Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis - The O'Reilly Update, May 6, 2024

Episode Date: May 6, 2024

Americans fear a second civil war, France bans pro-Hamas propaganda, Indian hit squads in Canada, and a new report ranks the dirtiest cities in the US. Plus, the Message of the Day, why people believe whatever they want to believe... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill O'Reilly here. You are listening to the O'Reilly Update, sponsored by Tax Network USA. America's number one choice for tax resolution. Please go to tnusa.com slash bill or call 800-245-6-0-0. This is Mike Baker, host of the president's daily brief podcast. Here's what's happening around the world. A record number of Americans fear a second civil war. France bans pro-Hamas propaganda, Indian hit squads in Canada, and a new report ranks the dirtiest cities in the United States. It's quite a list.

Also ahead, Bill's message of the day. But first, a survey from Rasmussen finds four in ten Americans, that's four in ten Americans, believe a second civil war is likely within the next five years. 37% say a conflict between the states is, quote, more likely if Joe Biden is reelected in November. Now, that figure falls to 25% for Donald Trump. The folks most worried about a second civil war can be found in Alaska, Texas, California, and New York. Alaska is worried, really? I mean, they've got more bearspraying weapons than any other state in the Union.

Okay, officials and friends are cracking down on jihadist propaganda. The courts there ruled that Any speech promoting the October 7th attack in Israel or attempts to legitimize Hamas are punishable by law. Violators can face up to seven years in prison. Now, Paris is home to one of the biggest Arab populations in Europe. Two million Muslims live in the French capital. That's about 15% of its total population. So, you could argue that the French government is trying to close the barn door after the horse has already left. Canadian authorities have arrested three men in connection with the murder of a secret.

religious separatist in Vancouver. His slaying last June caused diplomatic chaos after police believed the culprits acted under orders from the Indian government. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called allegations of a state-sponsored assassination, quote, credible. Now, I'll have more on this in today's edition of the President's Daily Brief. And finally, a new report ranks the dirtiest cities in America. The towns are judged by pollution, living conditions, infrastructure, and resident satisfaction. Worst offenders are Chicago, Glendale, California, Phoenix, Las Vegas, San Antonio, Oklahoma City, San Bernardino, California, Los Angeles, Houston, and the dirtiest city in the U.S., Newark, New Jersey.

The town ranks number one for garbage, air pollution, congestion, and vermin like rats and roaches. Congratulations to California for having three cities listed in the top of the top of 10 crappiest cities. Governor Newsom must be so proud. I'm Mike Baker, host of the President's Daily Brief podcast. Bill O'Reilly's message of the day up next. Let's face it, the U.S. economy is under stress. National debt rising, trade war, shaking the markets, and meanwhile, China is dumping the dollar and stockpiling gold. That's why I protected my savings with physical gold and silver, through the only dealer I trust, American Hartford Gold. And you can do this. Get precious metals delivered to your door or place in a tax advantage, gold IRA. They'll even help you

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want to believe in God. It's not like God has held a press conference. And there are many positive things that lead from faith, particularly in times of trouble, believing that there is a just universe, maybe after you die, but it exists because of a supreme being. That brings relief. People want to believe that. On the other hand, atheists, no matter how much you show that evolution is a very unlikely scenario, there has to be a higher power. Just look at the eye, the human eye, how intricate it is. So people believe what they want to be. want to believe in religion. In politics, is Joe Biden a strong leader? Well, millions of Americans say yes. What are you going to do? I'm Bill O'Reilly. I approve the message by writing it.

You can reach me. Bill at Bill O'Reilly.com. Bill at Bill O'Reilly.com. Name in town if you wish to opine. Now let's go to the mail. Pete Ward, La Jolla, California. Love the no-spin news. I'm frustrated and angry at what's going on. What can I do about it? than vote. You can organize on a local level, Pete. La Jolla is a very interesting town, get involved at the school board maybe, organize certain people who have your belief system, right to the local press. I mean, you can get involved there. That's, in addition to vote, you see what opportunities present themselves to make your belief system known. Robert Harper, San Pedro, California, could President Trump use a spokesperson to express his views of the court? Wouldn't

that sidestep the gag order? Yes, Bob, it would. And it has been suggested, but he wants to do it, believing he'll get votes from it. But that's what I would do. And then here's my spokesperson, and then she wails or he wails on the court. Well, Trump just sits there. Patricia, Drew Barrymore looks silly. Nuzzling up to the left as she interviews, I'm embarrassed for her. Don't be embarrassed for Drew Barrymore. She has to do that. If she wants to book guests on her morning program, she's got to be a liberal.

That's why the three late-night guys are. If you are a traditional entertainer, you'll have a lot of trouble getting guests in the entertainment world. George, concierge member, we encourage you. you to check that program out. Mr. Bill and Christy Knoem is a country girl, and that is what we do in the country. No. I would submit to you, George,

that rural Americans are more sensitive to the welfare of animals than city dwellers and suburban people because they know the value of the animals. They spend more time with the animals. I'm not buying that. In a moment, something you might not know. I'm Caitlin Becker, the host of the New York Postcast, and I've got exactly what you need to start your weekdays.

Every morning, I'll bring you the stories that matter, plus the news people actually talk about, the juicy details in the worlds of politics, business, pop culture, and everything in between. It's what you want from the New York Post wrapped up in one snappy show. Ask your smart speaker to play the NY Postcast podcast, listen and subscribe on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Now, the O'Reilly Update brings you something you might not know. 20 years ago tonight, one of the most successful sitcoms in history, aired its final episode. The show featured six young adults and their daily lives in New York City. Here is the story of Friends. The program debuted on NBC in 1994 was an instant success.

The Friends, Rachel, Phoebe, Ross Chandler, Monica, and Joey became how household names. Throughout the show's run, its six stars maintained a unified front, ensuring that no one emerged as a central star. The group even negotiated their salaries together. Very smart. By the fifth season, Jennifer Anison, Lisa Cudrow, David Schwimmer, Matthew Perry, Courtney Cox, and Matt LeBlanc with the highest paid actors on television. Each member earned $1 million per episode. Ten years after its debut, the finale aired on May 6, 2004. Fifty-one million Americans tuned in to see the end of friends.

I'll be there for you. When all this starts to go. I'll be there for you like I've been there before. I'll be there for you. Now, most of the actors on the show went on to future success, Anderson, Cox, Swimmer, Kudrow in movies. Matt LeBlanc remained primarily on television, but all got a colossal amount of money from the reruns.

That's called residuals. Unfortunately, Matthew Perry struggled with addiction for the rest of his life. He was found dead in a hot tub last October at the age of 54. And here's something else you might not know. Today, the cancel culture is not too pleased with friends. The show's creator thinks the all-white cast lacks representation. Said Marta Kaufman, quote, I wish I knew then what I know today.

I would have made very different decisions. We've always encouraged people of diversity in our company, but I didn't do enough. Well, I'm sure that did not stop Ms. Kaufman from cashing her checks. Back after this. Hey, it's Sean Spicer from the Sean Spicer Show podcast, reminding you to tune into my show every day to get your daily dose inside the world of politics. President Trump and his team are shaking up Washington like never before, and we're here to cover. it from all size, especially on the topics the mainstream media won't. So if you're a political

junkie on a late lunch or getting ready for the drive home, new episodes of the Sean Spicer Show podcast drop at 2 p.m. East Coast every day. Make sure you tune in. You can find us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcast. Thank you for listening to the O'Reilly update. I am Bill O'Reilly, no spin, just facts, and always looking out for you. Thank you.