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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.

 

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Episodes

THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 116 — What Is 'White Culture'? Eric Swalwell's Poetry? Thomas Massie, Friend or Foe?

Cliff Maloney rejoins the Thoughtcrime crew for a dive into many exciting and spicy topics, including: -Does 'white culture' exist, and if so, what is it? -Is Thomas Massie literally just a Democrat now? -Has AI rendered all of Hollywood obsolete? -What does Eric Swalwell's college erotic poetry reveal about the potential next governor of California? Tune into Thoughtcrime and interact with the cast live each Thursday night on Rumble at 6 pm Eastern. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charli...

Feb 21, 20261 hr 55 min

The Supreme Court's Big Tariff Ruling

After a year of build-up, the Supreme Court has ruled on President Trump's signature Liberation Day tariffs, and it's not the result the president wanted. So, what will happen next? John Carney describes how the president still have many options to impose tariffs and pursue his protectionist plan, and explains what will happen with the $300 billion in tariffs that have already been collected. Then, veteran reporter Mark Halperin dissects the political ramifications of the decision, the White Hou...

Feb 20, 202641 min

Stephen Colbert's FCC Hoax and Virginia's Democrat Power Grab

Late night host Stephen Colbert says the Trump Administration tried to censor and shut down his interview with James Talarico. FCC Chair Brendan Carr debunks what he calls the "Colbert Hoax." Plus, Virginia senator Glen Sturtevant breaks down the Democrats’ push to illegally redraw the state's congressional districts to create a 10-1 Democrat advantage. The team reacts to the Chicago Bears’ possible move to Indiana which would have Charlie in a meltdown. Watch every episode ad-free on members.ch...

Feb 20, 202639 min

Prince Andrew Arrested + Child Social Media Ban?

Britain's Prince Andrew has become the first high-profile arrest stemming from the Epstein Files. What alleged crime actually caused police to bring him in — and does this put pressure on President Trump to make arrests in the U.S.? The show holds that discussion, and then turns to social media. Should Big Tech be banned from signing kids up for social media, or this just a backdoor play by the left to achieve censorship? Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at c...

Feb 19, 202637 min

Mamdani's War on New York Homeowners

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani has unveiled his first budget, and it's a big boost in spending coupled with a raid on the emergency fund and backbreaking new taxes. Kirsten Fleming joins the show to break it all down. Then, HUD Secretary Scott Turner explains what the Trump administration is doing to meet Charlie's vision of lower housing costs that will enable young families to build a stake in the American Dream. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirksto...

Feb 19, 202642 min

The Trump Team's Secret Midterm Strategy Session

Top members of the Trump White House just held a secret strategy meeting about the midterms. The big takeaway: It's time for a domestic pivot, with a focus on drug prices, homebuying, and a ban on Congressional stock trading. The show reacts, then talks about a literal poop river in D.C. Steve Hilton talks about the California gubernatorial race and a fascinating poll that points toward a shocking outcome where the state could be picking from two Republicans in the general election. Watch every ...

Feb 18, 202641 min

No Democrats for Utah! + The Legacy of Jesse Jackson

The past year has made it clear that absolutely every seat counts for the House, and that means Utah must repeal Prop 4 — the law that judges have used to hand the state a solid Democrat seat. Utah GOP Chair Rob Axson talks about the TP Action-assisted effort that will get a repeal on the ballot and help Utah conservatives escape left-wing gerrymandering. Mike Davis unpacks what the FBI and DOJ actually have in the Epstein files and why no indictments have been dropped. The team reflects on the ...

Feb 18, 202639 min

Remembering Rush Five Years On + The Shape of Christian Revival

Rush Limbaugh passed away five years ago, so the shows opens with a discussion of his and Charlie's relationship and how the radio legend inspired Charlie's own style. Then, they turn to the latest transgender mass shooting incident, this time in Rhode Island, and then talk to Riley Gaines about the latest evidence of a faith-based revival. What does it mean that men are more pious than women now, and that the more-educated are actually more likely to attend weekly services now than others? Watc...

Feb 17, 202639 min

A Confirmation Battle for Charlie’s Legacy

Charlie wanted Jeremy Carl to join the Trump Administration, but Democrats are going all-our to block it. Carl joins the show to respond to Democrat smears, and the team recruits Utah listeners to contact wavering GOP Sen. John Curtis. Sean Davis breaks down the Democrats’ rebranding strategy centered on faking moderation just long enough to achieve their most radical aims. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www...

Feb 17, 202639 min

Marco Rubio's Epic Munich Speech

Sec. of State Marco Rubio delivered a dramatic speech in Europe over the weekend, laying out the Trump Administration's new vision for America as a defender of Western civilization from infiltration and decline. The show has all the momentous clips from Rubio, as well as the sad attempts from AOC to countersignal him. Sen. Mike Lee explains the prospects of the SAVE Act ramming through Congress now that it officially has 50 supporters in the Senate. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charlie...

Feb 16, 202636 min

Ask Us Anything 253: Hard Times Create [Blank]? Getting Hired Without a Degree? Anti-Federalist Papers?

Mikey, Andrew, and Blake take an hour of questions live from CK Exclusives subscribers, including: -The saying goes that “Hard times create strong men, good times create weak men.” But how would that quote work for women? -How does one get old-fashioned local GOPs to get with the times? -How can young men get hired without a college degree? -Is there anything conservatives could learn today from the Founders who opposed the Constitution? Become an Exclusives subscriber and ask the team a questio...

Feb 16, 202640 min

Speeches From the Archive- Charlie’s 2017 Speech at The University of Illinois

In this throwback speech from when he wasn't yet 25 years old, Charlie lays out the foundational principles behind his worldview and the mission of Turning Point USA. He makes the case for why America is the greatest and most generous nation in history, and takes on myths like the gender wage gap, white privilege, and the idea that a college degree is the only path to success. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://...

Feb 15, 202633 min

THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 115 — Want To Do A Super Bowl Halftime? Just Say "Ey" 51 Times

With the All-American Halftime Show over, the TC crew backtracks to watch that other show from Bad Bunny. Are his lyrics any less inane in English? And why does he say "Ey" so much? The team gets to the bottom of things on these all-important questions. Watch every episode 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....

Feb 14, 20261 hr 5 min

Defending Charlie's Nominees and Charlie's Values

One of the most important goals of the show is to defend Charlie's legacy, and one of the most important pieces of that legacy are the Trump Administration nominees he fought hardest for. The show opens by fighting for Jeremy Carl, one of Charlie's favorite nominees who is facing smears from Democrats and cowardly opposition from a Senate Republican. Then, Saagar Enjeti of Breaking Points shares more of the science about why legalizing marijuana has been a disaster, and explains why he believes ...

Feb 13, 202648 min

High on Denial? America’s Weed Problem & a 2026 Wake-Up Call

With the New York Times now admitting that legal weed was a mistake, Alex Berenson breaks down America’s marijuana crisis, including concerns about addiction, schizophrenia, and its impact on young men. Then Tom Bevan joins to analyze new polling, the state of the economy, and why Republicans must sharpen their message heading into 2026. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/support See omnystud...

Feb 13, 202638 min

The Most Horrifying Video of 2026

One day later, there are new and horrifying revelations about the Canadian lunatic who became the latest transgender spree killer. Andrew and Blake play a tape that is not for the faint of heart and talk about the deadly dangers unleashed by the left's false compassion for deeply troubled people. Rep. Chip Roy talks about the House's passage of the SAVE Act and the campaign to get the Senate GOP united behind this critical bill for America's elections. Watch every episode ad-free on members.char...

Feb 12, 202638 min

Team USA or Team Woke? + TPAction Endorsements

Why is the main story out of the Olympic Games the slew of athletes who are taking a chance to dump on America? The show team has the clips and the analysis. Iconic Nashville songwriter Jeffrey Steele has a new song honoring Charlie, "A Voice," and joins the show to discuss the millions of people inspired by his life and example. Tyler Bowyer breaks down Turning Point Action’s 2026 endorsements and the strategy behind building momentum for 2028. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk...

Feb 12, 202640 min

Another Trans Shooter Strikes

Yet another transgender mass shooter has gone on a killing spree, this time in Canada. The show dissects what has now become a real trend, whose victims include Charlie himself, but also shares positive news about how the monsters who promoted transgender mania can be held accountable. John Solomon covers the latest on Nancy Guthrie's abduction and the Fulton County elections case. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: ht...

Feb 11, 202638 min

The Issues Moving Gen Z And Maryland’s Breaking Point

Two Turning Point chapter presidents break down the All American Halftime Show and why issues like voter fraud, affordability, and free speech are driving attention among young voters. New footage emerges in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case. Plus, Aaron Sibarium discusses the disaster of far-left rule in Maryland, where an entire apartment complex are about to be forcibly evicted because the state refuses to break up a massive homeless encampment. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliek...

Feb 11, 202640 min

President Trump's Epstein Vindication

For months, Donald Trump took slings and arrows for opposing further release of Epstein files. His haters claimed he was hiding something, but the latest release instead reveals the president was one of the first people to contact the police about Epstein's behavior. The show team reacts, then offers further insight on the viewership numbers for the All-American Halftime Show. Florida club owner Frankie Bianco joins after going viral for standing up to a deranged Bad Bunny fan. Watch every episo...

Feb 10, 202638 min

What the Super Bowl Revealed About America’s Culture War

After the All-American Halftime Show’s breakout success, Will Chamberlain and Libby Emmons break down what the Super Bowl revealed about the cultural clash in America. They examine how the left increasingly uses entertainment to push narratives about America in decline, identity politics, and minorities “taking over” the country. Arizona entrepreneur Mark Matson later reflects on Charlie’s legacy and why purpose, not money, ultimately matters most. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliek...

Feb 10, 202640 min

The All-American Halftime Triumph

The Super Bowl was a snoozefest, but the All-American Halftime Show was a monster success, drawing tens of millions of viewers and taking over the national conversation. Benny Johnson joins to react to the performance that may decisively change the game on how halftime shows are conducted for years to come. Watch every episode 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 inf...

Feb 09, 202639 min

Ask Us Anything 252: CPS Corruption? Super Bowl Predictions? Trump Pardons?

Mikey, Andrew, Tyler, and Blake take an hour of questions live from CK Exclusives subscribers, including: ⁃How would the SAVE Act affect local and state elections if it passes? ⁃Why doesn’t CPS and its many abuses get talked about more in U.S. politics? ⁃What are everyone’s Super Bowl predictions? ⁃Who should Trump pardon? Become an Exclusives subscriber and ask the team a question on-air by going to members.charliekirk.com. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch a...

Feb 09, 202639 min

Charlie on The Super Bowl: Halftime Shows, Football, and Cultural Flashpoints

Charlie didn’t always love the NFL, but he did love football and always had a lot to say about it. This episode runs through Charlie’s many takes on the Super Bowl and its associated spectacle, from halftime shows and ads to his personal experience as a long-suffering Chicago Bears fan. Watch every episode 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....

Feb 08, 202643 min

THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 114 — All-American Halftime Hoopla + AI Scott Adams? + Roblox ICE Raids?

The ThoughtCrime crew discusses the forthcoming All-American Halftime Show, along with other rich topics like: -Should Dilbert creator Scott Adams be immortalized in AI? -Has Blake heard any songs written after the year 2007? -Is it a good sign that kids are reenacting ICE raids in Roblox? Watch every episode 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....

Feb 07, 20261 hr 11 min

Trump Never Forgot Benghazi, and We Won't Forget Springfield, Ohio

The Benghazi attack that killed four Americans in 2012 was long forgotten by most of Washington. But it wasn't forgotten by President Trump. The team reacts to the surprising arrest of a suspect Benghazi mastermind after a 14 year wait. Blake rips into Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine for his defense of mass Haitian immigration into Springfield, Ohio. Plus, Georgia State Sen. Greg Dolezal explains the glaring evidence he's found of illegal voting in Fulton County and how it's gone unpunished despite GOP do...

Feb 06, 202641 min

The Epstein Documents: What Still Doesn’t Make Sense ft. Mike Benz

On Wednesday's show Jay Beecher offered a skeptical attitude toward the entire Epstein Files saga. Now, Mike Benz joins to give the opposite take, examining the many interesting facts and connections of Epstein's life story and explaining why he believes they constitute proof of Epstein's activities in the world of international intelligence. Benz explores Epstein's ties to Israeli PM Ehud Barak, arms dealer Adnan Khashoggi, and others, and says what still remains unexplained. Watch every episod...

Feb 06, 202654 min

Could Cartel Kidnappings Come to America?

NBC host Savannah Guthrie's mother has gone missing from her Tucson home. The show analyzes the case and the frightening possibility that Latin America-style ransom abductions could be a new part of American life. They also react to the opening of the Olympics and how the press has managed to make international athletics about race and ICE. Sen. Rick Scott discusses the "talking filibuster" as the way to ram through the SAVE Act Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new mer...

Feb 05, 202637 min

Jeffrey Epstein: The Myths, The Facts, And What's Still Missing

Millions of emails, photos, videos, and more have come out about Jeffrey Epstein over the past few months. But aside from an often-salacious look at the lives of the famous and powerful, have we learned anything important? Investigative journalist Jay Beecher has spent six years investigating the case. He spends a full hour offering his insights into the new documents. Beecher answers a whole range of major questions, including: Was Epstein a Mossad agent? How did he get his money? Who is really...

Feb 05, 20261 hr 11 min

The Delaying Tactics of Tyler Robinson's Defense

Tyler Robinson's Defense Team was in court Tuesday with a bold strategy: They wanted to disqualify the entire Utah prosecutor team over an alleged conflict of interest. Andrew and Blake run through the most important video from the four-hour hearing, which offers a look at what evidence prosecutors have and how the defense will try to undermine it. Sen. Tommy Tuberville pushes the crucial SAVE Act and the team reacts to Tom Homan's announcement about ICE's Minnesota mission. Watch every episode ...

Feb 04, 202637 min
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