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The Charlie Kirk Show

Charlie Kirkcharliekirk.com

Charlie is America's hardest working grassroots activist who has your inside scoop on the biggest news of the day and what's really going on behind the headlines. The founder of Turning Point USA and one of social media's most engaged personalities, Charlie is on the front lines of America’s culture war, mobilizing hundreds of thousands of students on over 3,500 college and high school campuses across the country, bringing you your daily dose of clarity in a sea of chaos all from his signature no-holds-barred, unapologetically conservative, freedom-loving point of view.

You can also watch Charlie Kirk on Salem News Channel

Episodes

THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 81 — Money For Moms? Dark Woke? AI Factories?

Charlie, Jack, Tyler, and Blake dig into the week's biggest topics, including: -Are $5,000 baby bonuses a worthwhile way to boost America’s birthrate? -Are American young people too clueless to hold a factory job? -What the heck is “dark woke?” Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 26, 202558 min

The War Against Harvard ft. Chris Rufo

America's universities are the biggest drivers of racial discrimination and radical CRT in America. Chris Rufo talks about the Trump admin's showdown with Harvard University and its new EO targeting the "disparate impact" legal doctrine. Plus, Sen. Markwayne Mullin talks about Pete Hegseth's battle at the Pentagon, the Big Beautiful Bill, and the breaking arrest of a Wisconsin judge accused of obsctructing ICE from arresting an illegal immigrant. Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supp...

Apr 25, 202533 min

What Did The Founders Think About Immigration?

"Diversity is our strength." "A nation of immigrants." You've heard the propaganda, but what's the truth? What did America's early leaders see as America's identity? Hillsdale politics professor Kevin Slack offers a dive into the history of American immigration law. Plus, Steve Hilton discusses his run for governor of California, which is important no matter how long the odds of success are. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http...

Apr 25, 202534 min

Why "Disparate Impact" Must Die ft. Kevin Hasset

What is "disparate impact?" You may not have heard of it, but this concept massively changed America for the worst over the past fifty years. Charlie explains what disparate impact is and why Trump's new EO to get rid of it is so crucial. Kevin Hassett of the National Economic Council offers promising updates on Trump tariffs and the American economy. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnyst...

Apr 24, 202535 min

Mass Deportations: What's the Holdup?

America may have as many as 20 million illegal immigrants. Getting them back home is crucial, but right now Trump's deportations are only on pace for about a million people after four years. John Yoo explains what the holdup is and how it could get back on track. Former Trump communications director Tim Murtaugh explains the "Biden Pill Penalty" and how the administration can unlock greater innovation in American medicine. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirks...

Apr 24, 202534 min

Boomers and Banned Food Dyes

New approval polls show Trump above water with every age group in America except for those over 70. What's going on? Charlie explores. Calley Means digs into RFK's order to phase out toxic food dyes already banned in other countries. Why are American kids eating chemicals allowed nowhere else in the First World? Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Apr 23, 202533 min

The Bill Maher Interview — My Full Reaction

Charlie was just on Bill Maher’s Club Random podcast. Now, he’s here to revisit the conversation, coupled with his own extensive after-the-fact takes on what he thought, what he said (and could have said), and what it was like to be hot-boxed by Bill for two hours. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 23, 20252 hr 6 min

Deportation Deadlines ft. Megyn Kelly

This administration has just four years to send back as many as 18 million illegals. Is that plausible? Is the Supreme Court a help or an obstacle? And how do people react when Megyn Kelly defends President Trump? Charlie covers all of that and more with Megyn Kelly on the show. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch on charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 22, 202536 min

Bill Maher Aftermath and the Left's MAGA Response

Despite Bill Maher hotboxing him for almost two hours, Charlie held his own in a wide-ranging discussion of faith and politics on Maher's Club Random podcast. Christian apologist Frank Turek responds to Maher's arguments against religious belief, explaining why we know Jesus existed and what the best arguments are for the Biblical account being true. Alex Marlow gives his own reaction, and then asks whether the AOC/Bernie alliance can become the Democrats' answer to the MAGA movement's grassroot...

Apr 22, 202535 min

Another Signal Chat...And Another Pope?

Pope Francis is dead after 12 years in office. How is the next pope chosen and who are the leading candidates? Catholic Michael Knowles joins Charlie to break it all down in detail. Plus, Charlie reacts to the latest effort to smear and bring down Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. Remember, it's not about the Signal chats. It's about everything else. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystud...

Apr 21, 202535 min

Ask Charlie Anything 220: Annex Taiwan? Nebraska Winner-Take-All? What's Up With WinRed?

Charlie takes another hour of questions entirely from Charlie Kirk Exclusive subscribers, including: -Is the best resolution to the Taiwan issue simply having Taiwan join America? -Why is Nebraska still failing to pass winner-take-all electoral votes? -Can WinRed be trusted as a fundraising tool? Become an Exclusives subscriber and ask Charlie a question on-air by going to members.charliekirk.com. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show...

Apr 21, 202535 min

"The Gospel of Truth is Going to Be Offensive." ft. Pastor Jack Hibbs

He is risen! He is risen indeed! On this Easter, enjoy a conversation Charlie had with Pastor Jack Hibbs on The Jack Hibbs Podcast to talk about God's grace for this country and why pastors who won't speak out fearlessly for the truth aren't worth being called pastors at all. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 20, 202554 min

THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 80 — Karmelo Anthony "Race War?" AI Action Figures? Charlie Gets High?

Charlie, Jack, Andrew, and Blake dig into the week's biggest topics, including:   -Is the Karmelo Anthony drama throwing the whole country into racial turmoil?  -Did Charlie accidentally get secondhand high while going on Bill Maher's podcast? -How damning is it that the "Maryland Dad" is a fairweather Chiefs fan? Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Apr 19, 20251 hr

The Kilmar Abrego Garcia Truth

The legal maneuvering around "Maryland Dad" Kilmar Abrego Garcia is obscuring an essential truth: This illegal immigrant is already present in the one country he has the right to be, El Salvador. Charlie explains. Then, with a Canadian election just days away, Charlie talks to Maxime Bernier, head of the only authentically conservative party in the race. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omn...

Apr 18, 202533 min

How Trump's New Team Members Blocked War With Iran

JD Vance, Pete Hegseth, and Tulsi Gabbard were all big departures from President Trump's first term team. Now, they've just entirely vindicated their appointment, as new reporting suggested the teamed up to block a slide into war with Iran. Andrew and Blake react. Plus, they respond to a shocking update in the Austin Metcalf case, and Anne Funder gives a human face to the fentanyl crisis by telling the heartbreaking story of her son Weston. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new mer...

Apr 18, 202536 min

The Modern Left Fights For Foreign Gangbangers Instead of American Citizens

Charlie joins the White House and others in asking: Why does the left repeatedly side in favor of illegal immigrant criminals, and move heaven and earth to help them, while ignoring and marginalizing actual Americans like Rachel and Patty Morin? Dr. Kenneth Calvert also joins with an incredible Easter week message. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Apr 17, 202535 min

Maine Wants Men in Women's Sports, No Matter The Cost

Trump said he would defund any schools that keep letting men humiliate women on the field or menace them in locker rooms. Now, he’s proving he wasn’t kidding. Charlie and Riley Gaines unpack the saga unfolding in Maine. Then, Sean Davis reacts to Marco Rubio shutting down the State Department's censorship apparatus and a stunning NYT article admitting the ADHD pill-pushing epidemic has ruined a generation of boys. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charlieki...

Apr 17, 202536 min

The Biggest Generational Shift in Memory

The shift in the political views of young people happening right now is one of the most dramatic in history. Charlie dissects a Yale poll that shows college-age young adults now lean Republican by almost 12 points(!!). Maria Bartiromo, anchor of  FOX Business Network’s Mornings with Maria dissects the "one big beautiful bill" and whether America is likely to have a recession this year. Plus, Charlie asks: Why are Democrats so eager to get on a plane to help foreign gang members? ...

Apr 16, 202534 min

The “Maryland Dad” Hoax + Austin Metcalf Updates

While Charlie debates more liberals at Boise State, Andrew steps in to uncover the true story about a “Maryland Dad” sent back to El Salvador, guided by Mike Davis. Jack Posobiec discusses the growing national story of Karmelo Anthony, whose murder of fellow high schooler Austin Metcalf has become a deranged cause célèbre of the left. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support S...

Apr 15, 202535 min

Defunding Harvard + NPR + PBS ft. Russ Vought

Harvard University has been told to stop discriminating on race. Their reply: We dare you to stop us. Charlie and Russ Vought explain how important it is that Trump is daring to take on Harvard, NPR, and other left-wing leviathans. Charlie reacts to the Left's increasing embrace of violence to achieve its ends. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Apr 15, 202535 min

Bukele at The White House + Where’s The Money?

El Salvador’s President Bukele joined Trump at the White House, so Charlie asks a provocative question: If El Salvador can choose to stop being Third World, why can’t America? Then, he Brian Wesbury investigate where all the money went from the Federal Reserve. Jeffrey Harmon discusses Angel Studios’ new Christian hit film “The King of Kings.” Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Apr 15, 202537 min

The Global Supply Chain and You

Americans today live in a world of globalized supply chains — and thanks to our illustrious leaders, those supply chains center around China. Charlie explores rare earth minerals, the "pencil myth," and a lot more to drive home why America needs a dramatic revision of its economic strategy. Stephen Moore joins to make the case for preserving President Trump's first term tax cuts. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.c...

Apr 14, 202536 min

Ask Charlie Anything 219: Special Charlie/Erika Edition

Charlie’s wife Erika joins for an AMA focused on dating, marriage, and more. Questions include:   -Who is more conservative, Charlie or Erika? -How do you know when it’s time to get married? -Are dating apps worth it or a waste of time?   Become an Exclusives subscriber and ask Charlie a question on-air by going to members.charliekirk.com. Follow Erika @mrserikakirk, and join her Biblein365 program here: www.proclaim365.com. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Support...

Apr 14, 202542 min

God is Awakening an Entire People ft. Pastor Allen Jackson

Enjoy Charlie's conversation with Pastor Allen Jackson live at Dream City Church, where they discuss his new book “Angels, Demons, & You.” They walk through the importance of being aware of the spiritual realm and what to know about the angelic and demonic forces around us, then take questions from the audience.    To get your copy of Pastor Allen’s new book "Angels, Demons and You," visit allenjackson.com/angels. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Support ...

Apr 13, 20251 hr 6 min

THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 79 — Real-Life Dire Wolves? Austin Metcalf and Karmelo Anthony?

Jack, Tyler, Andrew and Blake explore the week's biggest discussion threads, including:   -Why are so many people rallying behind the suspected killer of Austin Metcalf, and was the slaying racial in nature? -Is it moral to genetically alter your kids? -Is the last Game of Thrones book EVER coming out? Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 12, 20251 hr 12 min

A Big Beautiful Bill + A Bright Future Ahead

Congress is finally passing the spending bill the administration needs. Sen. Eric Schmitt discusses that and what’s needed to revive USA manufacturing. Alex Marlow assesses the Trump Admin’s bid to keep China far away from the Panama Canal and a potential divorce between government and higher ed. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 11, 202533 min

Is "Mohammedanism" Compatible with the West?

Today it's called Islam, but Pastor Andrew Sedra prefers the name it was known by in the West for hundreds of years: Mohammedanism, the religion of Muhammad. It's growing rapidly of the west, and not just because of immigration — it's winning convert among natives. But is this religion compatible with the West and with Christian values, or they naturally in conflict? Charlie talks to Pastor Sedra at the TPUSA Faith Pastors Summit, and also has a conversation with Bryan Ganz about Byrna, a ...

Apr 11, 202548 min

China Should Have Read "The Art of the Deal"

You know about stocks. You know about Bitcoin. But do you really know exactly what a bond is? Charlie unpacks how U.S. Treasury bonds undergird the entire global economy and helped drive yesterday's big tariff announcement. Grant Cardone explores the Trump push for a "great divorce" from China and details how the admin's strategy is aligning the whole world against America's #1 rival. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.ch...

Apr 10, 202533 min

How Do You Send 14 Million People Home?

Trump is fresh off a big SCOTUS win on immigration, but 14 million is a lot of illegals to remove. Mark Krikorian of the Center for Immigration Studies explains the barriers to faster deportation and how the Trump Admin can clear the way. Plus, Ken Paxton discusses his Senate challenge against RINO John Cornyn, and Eric Metaxas reflects on the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer 80 years after his heroic death fighting against Hitler. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Support the show: http://ww...

Apr 10, 202539 min

BREAKING NEWS: Trump’s Global Anti-China Play

Trump’s tariff strategy has now become clear: It’s all about China. Charlie reacts to the breaking news of Wednesday, and why it is one of Trump's boldest and most savvy moves ever. He breaks down how Trump is forcing the hand of other countries and building up a global economic coalition against America’s number one foe. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 09, 202528 min