Podcast Summary: "Just the News No Noise with John Solomon and Amanda Head"

Podcast: Real America’s Voice
Episode Date: November 25th, 2025
Hosts: John Solomon & Amanda Head

Episode Overview

This episode, airing just before Thanksgiving, covers several evolving national and international news stories with a focus on American political dynamics, national security, and issues ranging from the potential Ukraine-Russia peace deal, alleged weaponization of justice against lawmakers, the role of ICE and Antifa in Portland, and public health topics. Special guests include Rep. Andy Biggs and national security expert Victoria Coates, providing deep dives into both the headlines and behind-the-scenes implications.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks: Hope for Resolution (02:37 – 07:55)

• Major Development: Ukraine has reportedly agreed to the core terms of a U.S.-proposed peace initiative, a first in the 11-year conflict.
  • “For the first time we have today is a very clear set of what the Ukrainians are willing to agree to and what the Russians are willing to agree to...” — John Solomon (03:02)
• Trump’s Role: President Trump sends special envoys — Steve Witkoff to Russia, Army Secretary Dan Driscoll to Ukraine — to facilitate negotiations.
• Outstanding Issues: Remaining points of disagreement mostly relate to territorial concessions and NATO’s potential membership for Ukraine.

2. DOJ, Jack Smith, and Congressional Subpoenas (04:10 – 07:55)

• Controversy: Internal DOJ emails reveal Special Counsel Jack Smith ignored required litigation protocols when subpoenaing senators’ phone records, violating Congressional protections.
  • Errors Highlighted: Smith allegedly targeted the wrong senator due to administrative errors.
  • Quote: “Jack Smith actually made a bunch of errors in this, including having the wrong Senator...” — John Solomon (04:30)
• Constitutional Concerns: The show criticizes lack of adherence to constitutional protections (speech and debate clause), raising questions of overreach.

3. Military Orders Investigation: Senator Mark Kelly and DOJ (05:29 – 08:55)

• Issue: DOJ and FBI to investigate Democratic senators who warned military members not to comply with illegal orders.
• Reactions: White House downplays issue; Pete Hegseth (Fox News) demands quick accountability for Senator Kelly, warning potential court-martial.
  • “Pete Hegseth has asked the Navy secretary to get back to him by December 10th on whether or not Senator Kelly...should face a court martial...” — John Solomon (07:55)
• Broader Discussion: Impact of alleged “weaponization” of government processes against political opponents.

4. Interview: Rep. Andy Biggs (09:11 – 18:46)

• Ukraine Peace Process: Biggs praises Trump’s negotiation approach, emphasizing that surfacing both sides’ actual demands is crucial for progress.
  • “If you don’t understand what you want and what the other side wants, you can never get to yes...” — Rep. Andy Biggs (09:56)
  • On NATO terms: “NATO and the European allies, they should be the guarantors. ...Ukraine can live with that.” (11:20)
• Weaponization of Justice: Discusses Jack Smith’s subpoena conduct and Judge Boasberg’s judicial actions.
  • “He [Smith] was on a witch hunt...this is just only one of a myriad of problems.” (13:08)
  • Biggs criticizes Chief Justice John Roberts for lack of discipline on judicial overreach: “He needs to weigh in to protect the integrity of the courts...the courts are absolutely no longer trusted as fair and honest brokers.” (15:50)
  • Emphasizes need to check “the judiciary acting with impunity,” referencing his Article 3 Section 1 project (17:28).

5. Deep Dive: Ukraine-Russia Peace (21:27 – 31:52)

• Interview with Victoria Coates (Heritage Foundation):
  • Recaps history of U.S.-Russia-Ukraine diplomacy since Crimea (2014).
  • On Trump’s negotiation progress: “Donald Trump is the only person who’s put a plan on the table that seems to have any kind of prospects for succeeding.” (22:28)
  • Sticking Points: Borders in Donbass, limits on Ukrainian military, and NATO membership pledges.
  • On NATO Pledge: “I don’t think [prohibiting Ukraine’s membership] is possible...You can have Ukraine pledge it will not join NATO for 20 years.” (24:12)
  • Streamlining Plan: From 28 to 19 points, reflecting more realistic outcomes.
  • China-Russia Peace Link: Xi Jinping initiates conversation with Trump; China’s economic and geopolitical concerns are entwined with the Ukraine peace process.
    • “There is a connection here, folks.” (27:04)
  • Middle East Update: Rising action by Israel against Hamas/Hezbollah and U.S. action against Muslim Brotherhood.
    • “It’s so important that we’ve gotten it started.” (30:18)

6. ICE, Antifa, and Sanctuary Cities: Field Report (35:39 – 42:43)

• Exclusive Segment: Ride-along with ICE in Portland, Oregon, by reporter Katie Davis Card.
  • Hostility Toward ICE: ICE agents face harassment, doxxing, and intimidation from activists and Antifa-affiliated networks.
  • “You really have domestic terrorists hunting down these ICE officers who are just trying to protect the American people.” — Katie Davis Card (39:44)
  • Antifa Developments: FBI charges nine Texas Antifa members with terrorism; labeled a turning point in fighting domestic extremism.
    • “Finally seeing the FBI do something about this terrorist group...it’s going to make America a lot safer.” (40:36)
  • Correcting Narratives: ICE focus is on dangerous offenders, not breaking up families or targeting innocents.
    • “That is totally fake news.” (42:24)

7. Health Update: Real Meat vs. Fake Meat & Collagen (47:06 – 53:55)

• With Dr. Chad Walding (NativePath):
  • Fake Meat Movement: Increasing skepticism and bans; links between ultra-processed foods and chronic diseases.
    • “We know now...the further away we get from real, whole, natural food...the more chronic disease we experience.” (47:57)
  • Nutritional Deficit: Lab-grown meat is less nutrient-dense and potentially harmful.
    • “Protein is the essential macronutrient...we absolutely cannot go without good quality protein.” (51:02)
  • Collagen Importance: Essential as we age for bones, skin, and joint health; modern diets are highly deficient.
    • “By the age we’re 50, we’re producing half as much collagen internally as we did in our 20s.” (51:32)

8. Thanksgiving, Presidential Humor, and National Climate

• Trump’s Turkey Pardoning: Displayed at end of episode, with lighthearted jokes about pardoning “Gobble and Waddle” (57:22).
  • "I shouldn't say this — I was going to call them Chuck and Nancy, but then I realized I wouldn't be pardoning them." — Donald Trump (57:34)
• Holiday Travel & Weather: Noting major snowstorms (lake effect snow), big pre-Thanksgiving travel surge, and lower gas prices (58:32 – 60:42).
• Crime Statistics Messaging: Criticizes misleading official narratives about declining crime that don’t reflect violent crime surges (60:42 – 61:41).
  • “Propaganda. That's what it is. If you don't tell them...the question is, is it an accurate reflection...” — John Solomon (61:22)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “If you don’t understand what you want and what the other side wants, you can never get to yes.” — Rep. Andy Biggs (09:56)
• “He [Jack Smith] was on a witch hunt...this is just only one of a myriad of problems.” — Rep. Andy Biggs (13:08)
• “Donald Trump is the only person who’s put a plan on the table that seems to have any kind of prospects for succeeding.” — Victoria Coates (22:28)
• “You really have domestic terrorists hunting down these ICE officers who are just trying to protect the American people.” — Katie Davis Card (39:44)
• “We know now...the further away we get from real, whole, natural food...the more chronic disease we experience.” — Dr. Chad Walding (47:57)
• Trump on pardoning turkeys: “I was going to call them Chuck and Nancy, but then I realized I wouldn't be pardoning them...” (57:34)
• “Propaganda. That's what it is. If you don't tell them...the question is, is it an accurate reflection...” — John Solomon (61:22)

Timestamps of Important Segments

• 02:37 – Ukraine/Russia Peace Deal Developments
• 04:10 – Special Counsel Jack Smith/DOJ Subpoena Questions
• 05:29 – Investigation into Sen. Mark Kelly and Military Orders
• 09:11 – Rep. Andy Biggs Interview on Peace Talks and Judicial Overreach
• 21:27 – Interview: Victoria Coates on Ukraine, China, Middle East
• 35:39 – Portland ICE/Antifa Segment with Katie Davis Card
• 47:06 – Health Segment: Real Meat vs. Fake Meat with Dr. Chad Walding
• 57:22 – Presidential Turkey Pardoning, Thanksgiving Humor
• 60:42 – Debunking Crime Statistics Spin

Summary Notes and Takeaways

• Ukraine-Russia Peace: Momentous movement toward ending a long war, with U.S. mediation and clarity on terms being achieved for the first time. Some skepticism remains on sticking points, but there’s a significant new diplomatic window.
• Weaponization of Justice: Major concerns aired about the independence of the judiciary, overreach of special counsels, and long-term trust in institutions.
• Immigration & Security: ICE operations are under extreme opposition in some cities, with Antifa now being federally investigated as a domestic terrorist organization.
• Public Health and Food: Increasing public skepticism of lab-grown meat; strong advocacy for traditional, nutrient-rich diets, and the importance of protein/collagen.
• Lighter Moments: The episode ends with holiday humor and a friendly debate over winter weather woes and misleading city crime statistics, reinforcing the show’s tone of directness mixed with occasional levity.

This episode provides a blend of high-stakes political news, strategic analysis on world affairs, investigative reporting, cultural critique, and moments of humor, keeping in the signature tone of “Just the News No Noise”—“Real News, Honest Views.”