Podcast Summary: THE WAR ROOM WITH STEPHEN K. BANNON (EP. 4808)

Date: September 26, 2025
Podcast: Real America’s Voice
Host: Steve Bannon
Key Guests: Rudy Giuliani, Alex Jones, David Zier

Episode Overview

This War Room episode, aired on September 26, 2025, spotlights the political, cultural, and media landscape as seen through the lens of American populism and conservative activism. The show features detailed discussion of President Trump's involvement in the Ryder Cup, significant executive actions related to domestic terrorism (specifically targeting Antifa), the suppression of conservative voices by Big Tech, and the continued persecution of figures like Alex Jones. The episode combines live reactions to current events with behind-the-scenes reflections from Bannon, Giuliani, and Jones, offering both news analysis and movement strategy.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. President Trump, Golf, and the Ryder Cup

Timestamps: 03:28 – 09:58, 20:12 – 23:58

• President Trump’s Connection to Golf:

  • Trump is present at Bethpage Black (Long Island) for the 45th Ryder Cup, supporting the US team.
  • Trump’s role in resolving a crucial Long Island railroad strike ensured seamless travel for the event (04:17, David Zier).
  • Commentary emphasizes Trump’s longstanding relationship with golf, his ownership of world-class courses, and admiration from golf personalities like Bryson DeChambeau and Scotty Scheffler.
  • Bannon and guests highlight the working-class, rowdy New York crowd at the event—contrasting sharply with elite country clubs.

• Economic & Cultural Impact:

  • “This event will bring $200 million to the area. Tickets are up to $4,000… people getting $18,000 for the week to rent their houses.” — David Zier (04:17)
  • “This is the primal scream of a dying regime. Pray for our enemies because we’re going medieval on these people.” — Steve Bannon (02:38)

• Rory McIlroy’s Praise:

  • “Rory McIlroy saying very nice things about the United States.” — David Zier (05:31)
  • Bannon quips about McIlroy’s progressive reputation and its significance.

• Unique Qualities of Bethpage Black:

  • “It’s a working man’s course and one of the most brutal tracks in the world… Not unusual to see guys sleep in their car… and then two guys on the side in sleeping blankets, ready for 6 o’clock in the morning sign up.” — Rudy Giuliani (07:34)

2. Executive Actions on Domestic Terrorism

Timestamps: 09:58 – 13:28, 46:14 – 48:21

• Discussion of Trump’s New Anti-Antifa Executive Order:

  • Bannon calls it “the initiation of this antifa terrorism document… experts are blown away about the level of detail” (09:58).
  • Giuliani explains the distinction between domestic and foreign terrorism statutes, advocating for the use of RICO and anti-terrorism laws for broader investigative power (10:55).

• Investigating Funding of BLM and Antifa:

  • “Pretty soon you can start looking at every one of [Soros’s] bank accounts… Is it true that he was funding Antifa and Black Lives Matter in 2020? There was plenty of evidence…” — Rudy Giuliani (11:30)
  • Bannon, Giuliani, and Jones stress the role of congressional inaction versus prosecutorial investigative tools.

• Alex Jones’ Documentation:

  • “Obama planned nationwide riots to trigger black people to burn down the country ahead of the election… we have the documents… run by Alexander Soros… Friends of Democracy… This is the proof that it’s an organized crime terror organization.” — Alex Jones (46:36)

3. Tech Censorship and Free Speech Battles

Timestamps: 26:09 – 32:01, 35:33 – 37:15

• YouTube “Stress Test”:

  • Jones describes testing YouTube’s announced reinstatement of banned conservative channels.
  • “It was up till about 2am I got about 100,000 followers… they jerked both his channel and my channel down.” — Alex Jones (28:06)
  • Bannon and Jones agree this proves Big Tech’s promises are “a fraud” and suppression persists. “When the rubber meets the road, they’re taking down Fuentes, they’re taking down Alex Jones. It’s NOT about free speech.” — Steve Bannon (31:22)

• Broader Tech Landscape:

  • Criticism of tech oligarchs as “globalists” opposed to MAGA interests.
  • “Their interests are not populist-nationalist… They are, wait for it, globalists.” — Steve Bannon (35:33)
  • Encouragement for listeners to join alternative platforms like Getter, X, Rumble, Infowars.

4. Alex Jones: Persecution, Lawsuits, and Deep State

Timestamps: 37:15 – 46:14

• Government Targeting and Legal Ordeals:

  • Jones outlines a decade-long campaign against Infowars, allegedly orchestrated by Obama-era officials and the Justice Department, including asset seizures, lawsuits funded by federal agents, and coordinated media demonization.
  • “We now have all the documents that Obama with Comey in 2013 started a national security dragnet investigation with the stated goals… to destroy me and put me in prison.” — Alex Jones (37:15)
  • Describes being a beta test for future suppression against Trump and other conservatives.

• Fight for Survival and Free Speech:

  • Details asset forfeiture attempts, bankruptcy maneuverings, supposed refusal of $75 million settlements, character assassination.
  • “They want the name Infowars… They literally want to wear my skin, silence me so they can then misrepresent what I’ve said and done. That’s what real censorship was about.” — Alex Jones (43:50)
  • Expression of gratitude for allies like Ed Martin, and calls for “gunfighters,” “warriors” to fight weaponized bureaucracy.

5. Giuliani’s Health and Ongoing Involvement

Timestamps: 13:28 – 15:47

• Personal Update:

  • Giuliani discusses his recent injury and recovery: “The pain now has subsided. Not all… but I think within two weeks I’m going to be pretty close to normal… I could easily have been dead, wasn’t wearing a seatbelt.” (13:28)
  • Main limitation is walking, expects full recovery.

• Continued Fight:

  • “You come here for the summer next time. We’ve got plenty of room.” — Giuliani on offering support and camaraderie to Bannon and friends (15:00)

6. Memorable & Notable Quotes

• Bannon (on Bethpage Black):
  • "This is the primal scream of a dying regime. Pray for our enemies because we’re going medieval on these people." (02:38)
• Giuliani (on President Trump's love of the Ryder Cup):
  • “He is in his glory. He knows every hole backward… unless we’re going to bomb somebody, this is going to be, you know, can he make it from 137 yards and put it close to the hole?” (08:54)
• Alex Jones (on his mustache stunt):
  • “I said, okay, I’m going to endorse the Democratic Party as Adolf Hitler, and then I’m going to parallel the two because they’re always calling us Hitler… it did melt down the Internet.” (26:09)
• Bannon (on the YouTube reinstatement):
  • “If you guys hadn’t attested it, we wouldn’t have known what a bunch of phonies are… their interests are not MAGA’s interests.” (35:33)
• Jones (on the Soros/Antifa connection):
  • “I have hundreds of such documents… I have the complete blueprint all open and shut.” (46:36)

7. Where to Find the Guests

• Rudy Giuliani:

  • Website: rudygiuliani.com
  • X/Twitter: “@RudyGiuliani every night 8pm” (15:19)

• Alex Jones & Infowars:

  • Website: infowars.com
  • X: “@RealAlexJones”
  • Rumble/Banned Video: The Alex Jones Show (48:27)

8. Noteworthy Moments & Humor

• Jones’ story of accidentally getting a Hitler mustache after his cat startled him during beard trimming. Uses the stunt for an online “parody” and commentary. (26:09)
• Giuliani’s reminiscences of New York golf crowds: “You put them together with the Philadelphia Eagles fan, Europe had no chance. That’s how we won a Civil War. I mean, the Revolutionary War…” (09:43)

TIMESTAMPS FOR IMPORTANT SEGMENTS

| Segment Topic | Speakers | Timestamp | |---------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------|--------------| | Trump’s Ryder Cup visit & golf legacy | Zier, Bannon, Giuliani | 03:28–09:58 | | Domestic Terrorism Executive Order and antifa/BML investigation| Bannon, Giuliani, Jones | 09:58–13:28; 46:14–48:21 | | Big Tech censorship & YouTube “pilot program” | Bannon, Jones | 26:09–32:01 | | Alex Jones on government persecution & lawsuits | Bannon, Jones | 37:15–46:14 | | Giuliani health update and media connection | Bannon, Giuliani | 13:28–15:47 |

Conclusion

This episode highlights the intertwining of politics, media, and cultural identity on the American right, energizing the audience around President Trump’s activities, the supposed weaponization of legal systems, and ongoing battles for speech and influence in the digital sphere. The tone is urgent, contentious, and combative, blending populist rhetoric, humor, and personal stories.

For additional content:

• rudygiuliani.com for Giuliani
• Infowars.com and @RealAlexJones for Alex Jones
• Getter app and Rumble for Steve Bannon's exclusives

Note: This summary excludes advertisements, promotional segments, and repetitive non-content discussions.