The Charlie Kirk Show
Charlie KirkCharlie 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
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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.</p> <p>You can also <a href="https://salemnewschannel.com/host/charlie-kirk/">watch Charlie Kirk on Salem News Channel</a></p>
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- 889The Crusade to Cut Spending + My Super Bowl ReactionWe are on the cutting edge of the reclamation of the American republic. Step 1: Reclaiming the spending process from the parasites of Washington. Charlie talks to Sen. Rick Scott about the need to slash spending by re-asserting executive control over the budget. Plus, Sen. Mike Lee talks about why Kash Patel's confirmation will blast the deep state to pieces, and what the 5,000 FBI agents assigned to J6 reveal. Charlie gives his response to the massive Super Bowl blowout.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 890Donald Trump's DOGE Defunding RampageThe left is losing their minds at how fast Elon is working with DOGE to dismantle wasteful, frivolous, or outright fraudulent spending. Charlie talks about why the early efforts of DOGE are so important not just for saving America's budget, but also reviving the authentic constitutional order. Mark Halperin explains why Democrats have struggled so much to muster resistance to Trump's opening moves.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 891Ask Charlie Anything 211: Austrian Economics? Colorado, Hopeful or Hopeless? Gaza Annexation?Charlie takes questions from Exclusives subscribers, including: -What does Charlie think about the Austrian school of economics? -Is there hope for reversing the situation in Colorado? -Are Trump's musing about Gaza compatible with America First? Become an Exclusives subscriber and ask Charlie a question on-air by going to members.charliekirk.com.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 892“Your Future is Whether or Not You Know Christ” — Live with Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle at Freedom NightEnjoy Charlie’s conversation with Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle at the most highly-attended Freedom Night to date at Dream City Church. The conversation is all about their evangelism on college campuses, how they came to know Christ themselves, and why being able to defend your faith matters. The Knechtles and Charlie also take questions from the many students in the audience.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 893THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 72 — 2032 Armageddon? Worst Super Bowl Ever? US-Gay-ID?Charlie, Jack, Tyler, and Blake discuss all the most important topics as the Trump admin enters its third week, including: -What theme song should we use for the mission to destroy the giant meteor headed for Earth in 2032? -Is this the Super Bowl from Hell? -What are the gayest things U.S. tax dollars paid for through USAID?Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 894"Border Crossings Are Down Nearly 90%" — Breaking News with Border Czar Tom HomanHow are deportations proceeding in the first weeks of the Trump Admin, and what are the plans to get them sped up even more? Border Czar Tom Homan joins Charlie to map it all out and respond to the attacks lobbed by the left. Charlie also explains why the confirmation of Russ Vought to run OMB is quietly of Trump's most important early appointments. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 895Who Rules: The Bureaucrats, or the Constitution?A century ago, President Woodrow Wilson imposed a radically new vision of American government: Rule by the "experts," instead of rule by the people. Charlie explains how President Trump's sweeping executive orders and aggressive attacks on D.C. agencies aren't just about keeping his promises: They're a restoration of the Constitution's vision of the presidency. Plus, Riley Gaines reacts to President Trump's executive order rescuing women's sports from the intrusion of perverted biological men. Watch ad-free at members.charliekirk.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 896President Trump, The Promise-Keeper ft. Press Secretary Karoline LeavittDonald Trump's new term is defined by one thing: Keeping his promises, more quickly and more aggressively than any other president in history. Charlie talks about the president's promise-keeping blitz in a talk with White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. Sean Davis explains the critical importance of a little-known law called the Impoundment Control Act. Watch ad-free at members.charliekirk.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 897"No President Has Been a Better Friend to Israel" — A Timely Interview with Governor Mike HuckabeeBefore news broke from President Trump regarding the US and Gaza, Charlie had a sit-down interview with Governor Mike Huckabee, America's next ambassador to Israel. The two discuss why Israel matters to Trump, to Chrisitians, and to the United States, as well as what made Huckabee leave show business to reenter politics and accept the role. They also unpack the Trump team's unprecedentedly aggressive efforts to keep its many campaign promises. Watch ad-free at members.charliekirk.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 898Destroying USAID To Save AmericaThe Trump Administration has started a far-ranging war against the once-obscure agency of USAID. Why has USAID become a target, and what should it be remade into? Mike Benz knows more about USAID than anybody in the entire movement, and he joins for a full hour to explain the reach of its powers, and how America's "foreign aid" overlaps with secretive foreign interventionism.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 899Gaza, DOGE, and... Star Trek?What is Gaza? Where is Gaza? Why is Gaza? Charlie breaks down all the important questions the base is asking after some surprising remarks from President Trump on Tuesday about America taking over the small strip of land on the far side of the world. Charlie explores what Trump's plan might be and what the red lines of U.S. involvement are. Then, he digs into the many happenings of DOGE with Sen. Eric Schmitt, and explains what Elon Musk has in common with another famous Kirk. Watch ad-free at members.charliekirk.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 900Defunding the Globalist American Empire + The Fall of Bud LightPonchos in Guatemala? Phantom power plants in Haiti? Opium in Afghanistan? U.S. taxpayers have been funding one travesty after another under a little-known umbrella agency called USAID. Jonathan Keeperman, aka "Lomez," explains why defunding USAID is an urgent necessity for defanging global wokeness and the American "intelligence community." He also reacts to the vicious doxing of young men involved in Elon Musk's DOGE operation. Plus, former Anheuser-Busch executive Anson Frericks tells the story of how Bud Light ruined its brand trying to impress the left.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 901President Trump Is Getting HIS Cabinet, Not Washington'sFor months, Washington boasted that there was no way Trump's aggressive Cabinet picks would be confirmed. Now, RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard are on the brink of getting through. Once again, Trump won and the doubters lost. Senator Tommy Tuberville joins Charlie to tell how we got here and Judge Jeanine explains why the left is on a losing streak that isn't ending any time soon.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 902Charlie Kirk and a McCain Join Forces?Meghan McCain and Charlie have disagreed on plenty of political topics, but the two are fully united on one of today's most important issues: Getting Tulsi Gabbard confirmed as Director of National Intelligence. McCain explains her rich friendship with Tulsi and why she is an excellent choice to be the president's chief intelligence advisor. Plus, Charlie listens in as Trump signs his latest round of executive orders, and chats with the press.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 903Trump's Favorite Word: TariffsPresident Trump has called "tariff" the most beautiful word in the English dictionary. Charlie explains why, and digs deep into what's driving the president's new tariffs against Mexico, Canada, and China. Former Trump economic guru Peter Navarro joins to explain why "trade war" is a misnomer and more. Become a member for ad-free episodes at members.charliekirk.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 904Putting the Heat on GOP Senators ft. Megyn KellyWho are the toughest Republican votes for getting Trump's nominees confirmed? How can we pressure them to get in line? Why are they so difficult in the first place? Charlie recently went onto Megyn Kelly's show and they dug deep into the single most pressing matter facing the new administration. So, it's time we found out: Do Republican lawmakers actually want to deliver for their voters?Listen to this full conversation on The Megyn Kelly Show. Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 905THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 71 — Airline DEI Again! Fed Redditors? Gayest Movie Ever?Charlie, Jack, Blake, and Tyler hit the biggest topics of an electric second week of the Trump Admin, including: -Did DEI play a role in the Potomac River plane crash? -What are whiny federal employees admitting to over on Reddit? -Why are thousands of Mexicans demanding refunds after seeing the Oscar darling movie "Emilia Perez"?Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 906Why Do "They" Want Americans So Unhealthy? ft. Calley MeansAmerica spends more than any other country on medical care, and its healthcare companies make bigger profits than those of any country. So why are Americans so unhealthy and unhappy? Calley Means visits Charlie to lay out the real state of American healthcare and why RFK Jr. is so important for upsetting the current system. Plus, Charlie listens in to another White House press conference, where Karoline Leavitt is quickly becoming a star.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 907The Potomac Crash, The Northern Border, and The Confirmation BattlesCharlie opens the episode by talking to former defense official Amber Smith, as they discuss red flags about the Potomac crash that may point towards its cause. He also talks to longtime friend Josh Parker about the crisis on the Northern Border and his run for Elise Stefanik's House seat in upstate New York. And of course, he gives another broadside to pressure Republicans to do the right thing on Trump's nominees.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 908Disaster Over the Potomac — What We KnowOn this flash episode, Charlie unpacks the tragic crash over the Potomac River, which has become America's worst air disaster in fifteen years. He breaks down what we currently know and gives his personal reaction.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 909No One Does It Like TrumpIn a Producers' Special, Andrew and Blake jump on the mics to react to RFK's hearing and play some of the greatest moments. They also have live coverage of Trump signing the Laken Riley Act, attended by Laken's mother. Andrew and Blake explain how this touching moment perfectly captures Trump’s appeal and his political talents at their very best.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 910"The Sick & Diseased Are Easier to Control:" Reacting to RFK's Hearing ThrowdownDavid Mansdoerfer joins Charlie to discuss the absolute smackdown that happened during RFK's confirmation hearing. The two react to RFK's best moments and respond to the ridiculous questions asked by Democrats. Charlie attempts to unpack why the Left wouldn't want kids to be healthy, diseases to be cured, and food to be better, and yes, it's exactly why you think they wouldn't want that.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 911MAHA in the Senate + Dr. Phil's Ride-AlongThe moment of MAHA has come. RFK Jr. is holding his confirmation hearing before the Senate. Charlie explains why his confirmation is an essential part of the entire Trump presidency. Plus, he discusses Trump's resurrection of the 1776 Commission. Dr. Phil joins to talk about tagging along on Tom Homan's Chicago immigration raids.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 912The Birthright Citizenship Scam + Rating Trump's Week 1 ft. John EastmanDid the authors of the 14th Amendment really intend for every illegal immigrant or tourist to be able to cross the border, pop out a baby, and have them be a U.S. citizen for life? John Eastman joins make the case this was obviously not the plan, explain the real goals of the 14th Amendment, and make his guess about how the Supreme Court will rule. Then, Blake and Andrew react to Karoline Leavitt's first press conference and rate the first week of the new Trump Admin.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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