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 2,500 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
Donald Trump, GOP Martyr? with Donald Trump Jr. and Michael Malice
Alvin Bragg's indictment is a Democrat hit job against Trump...but are Republicans waiting to join in the assault? Writer and self-described anarchist Michael Malice thinks so, arguing that the GOP establishment has been waiting for its chance to eliminate Trump permanently. Is he right? Charlie and him have a spirited debate about whether Trump will remain a GOP leader, or simply become a GOP martyr. Plus, Donald Trump Jr. reacts to his father's case, and chats with Charlie on how conservatives nationwide can hit back.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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36:21 | 4/1/23 | |
Dems Cross the Rubicon — Trump's Indictment with Kash Patel
For the first time in history, a former U.S. President faces criminal charges. America and its constitutional system will never be the same. Kash Patel joins Charlie to mourn America as it once was, and then guides conservatives through what to do next.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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34:48 | 3/31/23 | |
A World War 2 Veteran Speaks with Ed Reitz and Leigh Wambsganss
How have America, its people, and its schools changed since the country's peak? Are modern Zoomers really the most oppressed people in history, the way they seem to think? What share of young people 80 years ago would have called themselves atheists or "transgender?" Charlie seeks answers to those questions and more in a moving and powerful interview with 97-year-old World War II veteran Ed Reitz. Plus, Leigh Wambsganss of Patriot Mobile describes how customers' dollars were used to help a Texas school district secede from wokeness, instead of going toward radical left-wing causes.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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36:15 | 3/31/23 | |
A Color Revolution in Israel? with Darren Beattie and Robert Barnes
Israel has been paralyzed its worst protests in decades. Revolver's Darren Beattie argues that this isn't a run-of-the-mill political disputes, but rather globalist "color revolution" tactics deployed against Benjamin Netanyahu's government. Both Beattie and attorney Robert Barnes react to the dangerous new RESTRICT Act, and then Charlie responds to disturbing plans at the Census Bureau that will take America one step closer to creating a racial caste system based on reparations.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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34:02 | 3/30/23 | |
The Vile, No Good, Rotten RESTRICT Act
Both parties in Congress are now eager to ban TikTok — which should have been the first sign something bad was about to happen. Charlie exposes the shocking truth of the Restrict Act, the “TikTok ban” that is actually just a sweeping assault on Americans’ freedoms, put together by a power-hungry D.C. uniparty.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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33:46 | 3/30/23 | |
The "Media Literacy" Trojan Horse with Ben Weingarten and Libby Emmons
Nothing is certain in life except for death, taxes, and the left using your taxes to push their ideology. Ben Weingarten of Real Clear Investigations joins Charlie to expose the scam of "media literacy." Civics education is being repurposed to tell children to only trust left-wing books and news outlets, and the scheme runs all the way from your local library to the NATO Alliance. Plus, Libby Emmons provides more information on the frightening "Trans Vengeance" movement.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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34:47 | 3/30/23 | |
The Transgender Cult of Violence with Matt Walsh and Rep. Lauren Boebert
Nobody know better than Matt Walsh how hateful, venomous, and violent the radical trans movement can be, and he has the inbox to prove it. Walsh joins Charlie to respond to the Nashville shooting just a few miles away from his home, and explains why he believes the trans cult is the most dangerous ideological threat today. Plus, Rep. Lauren Boebert gives her stirring defense of the 2nd Amendment.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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34:52 | 3/29/23 | |
Matt Taibbi and the Gestapo IRS
On the same day he testified before Congress, Matt Taibbi got a knock on the door from the IRS. But as Charlie reveals, the IRS and its 87,000 new agents are only scratching the surface of the Democrat weaponization of the administrative state. From the DOJ exposing Supreme Court justices to assassination to Merrick Garland targeting parents and pro-lifers, Charlie explains how growth of the 4th branch of government always means a growth in tyranny as well.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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34:26 | 3/29/23 | |
The Coming Dollar Disaster? with E.J. Antoni and Rep. Warren Davidson
For nearly a century, America's global dominance has been built on the domination of the U.S. dollar. But that dominance is built on confidence, and for the last three years, the Biden Administration has been destroying that confidence with unprecedented money printing and the increasing weaponization of U.S. sanctions. Heritage Foundation economist E.J. Antoni joins to make his case for why a recession is imminent, and lays out the dramatic consequences if the U.S. dollar loses its power. Plus, Rep. Warren Davidson talks about the coming debt ceiling showdown, and Charlie reacts to a ludicrous new list of America's "happiest" cities.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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32:29 | 3/29/23 | |
Transgender Vengeance? with Jack Posobiec and Chloe Cole
Charlie continues to break down the disturbing leadup and aftermath to the shooting in Nashville by a radicalized female-to-male transgender. Charlie and Jack read a disturbing statement from the "Trans Resistance Network," then explore the wider phenomenon where fake cries of "genocide" are used to justify "vengeance" on Christians and conservatives. Then, Chloe Cole tells her story of barely escaping the transgender cult with her life, and warns about the hundreds of people who are trying to escape the transgender cult right now.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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34:11 | 3/28/23 | |
Tragedy in Tennessee
After a devastating day in Tennessee, Charlie unpacks the horrifying facts behind the shooting at the Covenant School in Nashville. Charlie goes through everything we know so far, then turns to the shooter, her motivation, and how the national media seemed almost eager to provoke a tragedy like this into happening.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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30:57 | 3/28/23 | |
Turning the Transgender Tide with Riley Gaines and Jordan Schachtel
Half of the entire population has had their right to play sports and enjoy comfortable locker rooms compromised by relentless pandering to a tiny handful of mentally ill trans people. Former collegiate swimmer Riley Gaines joins to explain why she believes the tide is about to turn on this mass national psychosis. Plus, Jordan Schachtel reveals how Adam Kinzinger, one of America's most embarrassing Republicans, got duped into serving on the board of a scam "pro-Ukraine" non-profit. Then, Charlie concludes by asking the most important question of the day: Did AOC just call her fiancé a groomer?Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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38:40 | 3/28/23 | |
Trump's Latest Big Comeback with Matt Gaetz and Alan Dershowitz
Last week was supposed to be about Trump getting indicted. Instead, he suddenly appears the strongest he's been since leaving office. Rep. Matt Gaetz gives an eyewitness account of Trump's mammoth rally in Waco, while Alan Dershowitz explains the rapid erosion of Alvin Bragg's shoddy case against Trump in Manhattan. Plus, Dershowitz reacts to protests in Israel that have politicians warning about civil war, while Gaetz explains why he broke with the GOP in voting for the Parents Bill of Rights.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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34:27 | 3/27/23 | |
The Collapse of American Values
A new Wall Street Journal poll indicates that the most fundamental American values — patriotism, religious faith, and even the desire to have children — are in steep decline. And it's not just liberals driving the change. Conservatives are too. Charlie gives a much-needed gut check for the conservative movement, and responds to listeners who say that they don't think it's worth having kids in today's America.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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33:25 | 3/27/23 | |
Ask Charlie Anything 140: Did the Founders Warn About Fauci? Men in "Womanface?" The NHL in Woke Meltdown?
Charlie takes the questions you email him at Freedom@CharlieKirk.com including: What does he think of the brand-new Anthony Fauci documentary? Why aren't women more upset about transgender "womanface"? Why is trans insanity so much more dangerous than prior mental illnesses? Which emotion creates the most toxic politics in a society?Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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35:03 | 3/27/23 | |
My Conversation with Dennis Prager Live at Freedom Night
On this Sunday, enjoy this special conversation between Charlie and good friend Dennis Prager. They dive into the Old Testament, “progressive” theology, the woke agenda, and they take your questions.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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86:39 | 3/26/23 | |
Every Bad Idea Comes from a College: Live on Stage at OSU with Candace Owens
Eugenics, socialism, gender studies: If an idea is bad, chances are it first came from an academic. That's the core theme of Charlie and Candace Owens's appearance at The Ohio State University in Columbus. Charlie and Candace unpack the arrogance of modern academics, and how they have created a generation of the most clueless, unhappy people to ever live in human history.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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84:44 | 3/25/23 | |
Kari Lake for Senate? with Kari Lake and Rep. Mike Johnson
Kari Lake is still fighting to redeem Arizona elections through the court system, but if that fight doesn't succeed, what's ahead? Is she thinking of challenging Kyrsten Sinema and Ruben Gallego in Arizona's oddball three-way 2024 Senate race? Charlie chats with Kari about her future. Plus, Congressman Mike Johnson joins to discuss the House's new investigation into Merrick Garland's Orwellian plan to treat parents like domestic terrorists for opposing CRT and transgenderism in their children's schools.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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34:00 | 3/24/23 | |
Welfare Will Destroy A Country with Sen. Josh Hawley
France is experiencing some of its worst riots in years, not over BLM, but over a plan to raise the retirement age to 64. Charlie explains how an excessive welfare state has turned France into a giant museum, stripped of all innovation and vitality. Then, he describes how America will meet the same fate if it follows the same path. Plus, Sen. Josh Hawley talks about Congress's big hearing on TikTok and the prospects for banning this destructive CCP app in the near future.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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34:35 | 3/24/23 | |
Freedom Night with Dr. Jeff Myers
What is "the truth," as opposed to "your truth" or "my truth?" What can future Christian educators do to push against modern gender hysteria? All that and more is up for discussion as Charlie chats with Dr. Jeff Myers of Summit Ministries for his Freedom Night at Dream City Christian Church in Glendale, Arizona.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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76:19 | 3/24/23 | |
China's "Century of Western Humiliation" with Jack Posobiec and Darren Beattie
TikTok's China-aligned CEO appeared before Congress on Thursday to a hostile reception from both parties. Is the app finally about to be banned? Jack Posobiec lays out the TikTok threat, and China's master plan to create a "Century of Western Humiliation" by allying with Russia. Plus, Darren Beattie updates on the crucial Douglas Mackey free speech case, and explains why a Trump indictment is the Biden regime's "nuclear option" against America-first conservatism.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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32:52 | 3/23/23 | |
The Art of Not Being Indicted with Rep. Jim Jordan
After a fast-paced week, it now looks like former President Trump might not be indicted after all. Charlie breaks down how DA Alvin Bragg's case fell apart, how President Trump won the PR war, and how Democrats got embarrassed on their latest Trump-busting scheme. Congressman Jim Jordan joins to discuss the House's investigation of Bragg and other politically-motivated prosecutors on the left.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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35:39 | 3/23/23 | |
The Joy of Entrepreneurship with Venture Capitalist Vic Keller
When he was a young boy, Vic Keller noticed that his friends' parents who had the least boring jobs had the least boring lives. Ever since then, he's been an eager entrepreneur. Now, Vic joins Charlie to discuss why starting a business is so much better than joining one, what to focus on when starting a new enterprise, and why there is no conflict between providing good quality and turning a profit. Plus, Vic reacts to recent turmoil in the financial system and says why he thinks America still has the best long-term prospects of anywhere on Earth.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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36:31 | 3/23/23 | |
The Bravery of Ordinary People with Chaya Raichik and Mike Cernovich
Do the right thing, and do it boldly, and you can change the world. Chaya Raichik was a completely ordinary person...until she began exposing the left by sharing their videos with the wider world, and was reborn as the globally famous Libs of TikTok. Chaya joins Charlie to talk about how she got her start, how she was doxxed by Taylor Lorenz, and how it has changed her life. Plus, Mike Cernovich breaks down Ron DeSantis's muted response to the Trump indictment drama, and asks whether Ron's presidential campaign has been fatally damaged before it even begins.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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36:35 | 3/22/23 | |
Should DeSantis Step In? Can He?
As breaking news comes out about Trump’s pending indictment, Charlie relays the news, then dissects a recommendation from Congressman Matt Gaetz: Should Gov. Ron DeSantis openly defy New York's indictment, and intervene to protect Trump from being the first former president to ever be arrested? What would the ramifications of that be, for Trump, for DeSantis, and for the entire country going forward?Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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36:32 | 3/22/23 | |
The Patron Saint of Homeschooling with Raymond Arroyo and Gen. Anthony Tata
Thomas Edison is one of the greatest inventors, and greatest Americans, in history. But the modern U.S. education system could never create a person as brilliant as Edison. EWTN's Raymond Arroyo, author of a new book about Edison, explains how he is an icon of homeschooling's superiority, then reacts to recent statements from Pope Francis on transgenderism and priestly celibacy in the Catholic Church. Plus, Charlie talks to retired General Athony Tata about the danger of a Russia/China alliance, and whether America's aggressive anti-Russia posture makes sense in the first place.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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33:54 | 3/22/23 | |
A Dose of Their Own Medicine with Mike Davis and Rich Baris
Is the new contest in America just who can put more of the other side in jail? With Alvin Bragg on the brink of indicting Trump, and other prosecutors chomping at the bit to follow him, it's looking like that could be the case. Mike Davis and Charlie talk about the ominous Third World precedent that is being set, the proper way for conservatives to respond, and who the right targets might be. Then, Rich Baris joins to say what he means when he claims Ron DeSantis has "Scott Walkered" himself with his lukewarm reaction to big news.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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35:49 | 3/21/23 | |
The Trump Indictment Rubicon
America is still waiting with bated breath to see if Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg will take the plunge and try to imprison President Trump. Charlie gives the latest developments, and explains why there is no turning back for America once it happens. Charlie also warns against the the comforting —but false—belief that a "backlash" against left-wing overreach is inevitable. There is no waiting around for the left to defeat itself. We must either push back, or be pushed around.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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34:43 | 3/21/23 | |
"Get Trump," No Matter the Cost with Alan Dershowitz
The indictment of Donald Trump is disastrous for America, but amazingly well-timed for Prof. Alan Dershowitz, who has a brand new book about the left's obsessive crusade to "get Trump" no matter how much damage it does to our political system. Dershowitz joins Charlie to break down this week's events. Plus, Charlie discusses Robin DiAngelo's public endorsement of segregation, and how this is a less surprisingly development from a Democrat than people might initially believe.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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36:16 | 3/21/23 | |
The Conservative World Reacts with Kevin Roberts and Kash Patel
The imminent indictment of President Trump is the most important issue in U.S. conservatism right now. Every 2024 candidates will be judged on how they react to this story. Heritage Foundation president Kevin Roberts joins Charlie to look at who is responding strongly, and who seems to be flubbing it. Kash Patel lays out the "two-tiered system of justice" in America, and explains why he thinks an indictment from Alvin Bragg guarantees a Trump landslide in 2024.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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37:10 | 3/20/23 |