The Charlie Kirk Show

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The Generation That Will Save America: Charlie at the 2023 Chapter Leadership Summit Jun 07, 2026

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Charlie was always hopeful that the rising generation of American young people would be the one to reverse America's decline. In his speech at the 2023 CLS, Charlie shares this hope with Turning Point's grassroots leaders, telling them to remain committed to truth, purpose, and wisdom. Drawing on the teachings of Aristotle and Plato, Charlie encourages young people to pursue depth over distraction, build strong character, and become the leaders America needs.

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THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 130 — Kool-Aid Pineapples? Christian Energy Drinks? Zoomer Hollywood Takeover? Jun 06, 2026

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The Thoughtcrime Squad dives into compelling questions of the moment, including:

-Are the "Kool-Aid Pineapples" going viral on X any good?

-Is a "Christian" energy drink righteous, or sinful?

-What to make of the YouTube influencer who is publicizing his wife's abortion?

-Is the Boomer age of Hollywood finally over?

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From the Archive: The Choice to be Joyful — Charlie's Q&A at CLS 2023 Jun 06, 2026

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Happiness doesn't just happen. It certainly doesn't come from getting addicted to apps and substances. Charlie explains how real happiness and joy are a choice that comes from living a rich life in alignment with God. He also explains how the fastest way to succeed in ministry is to fearlessly speak the truth while others are timid, and gives his definitive vision for what TPUSA's view on social issues is.

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14 Years of TPUSA + Graham Platner Exposed (Again) + AMA 269 Jun 05, 2026

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Friday marks fourteen years since Charlie founded Turning Point USA in an Illinois garage. The show looks back on what TPUSA has accomplished and the great work that still remains to be done since Charlie's martyrdom, and Blake reads a raft of emails from listeners explaining how Charlie changed their own lives, inspiring them to be better debaters, return to the faith, and even start having children.

Plus, Amber Duke of the Daily Caller calls out the New York Times for their efforts to softpedal new revelations about Democrat Nazi tattoo enthusiast Graham Platner. Alex Marlow joins for the AMA and takes questions on the pride flag, Spencer Pratt, and more.

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Can We Take Down Lady Graham? Jun 05, 2026

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In Texas, Louisiana, and beyond, RINO Republicans have gone down to defeat. But one more target remains: Sen. Lindsey Graham. Challenger Mark Lynch makes his final pitch ahead of next week's vote. Tyler O'Neil dives into the latest indictment against the SPLC, which includes revelations that the left-wing group financed cross burnings by the KKK. Vickie Paladino exposes a terrorist sympathizer who will be a new Democrat congressman from New Jersey, and the team reacts to the glacial pace of vote counting in California, which could easily be masking all manner of fraud.

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Will Britain Awaken? Can the West Save Itself? Jun 03, 2026

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Does Britain now have its own Iryna Zarutska? The murder of white student Henry Nowak has the country in a revolt against immigration, two-tier policing, and more. Ben Leo of GB News talks about the momentous events there and whether they will spark a true mass movement to save Britain from its decline. Then, Auron MacIntyre talks about the need for a similar movement to unite the fractious American right. Plus, Tyler Bowyer and Iowa's next governor Zach Lahn join to celebrate MAGA and MAHA victories from the heartland to California on Tuesday's primary night.

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A Song for Charlie + Trump vs. Bibi Jun 02, 2026

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Are President Trump and Bibi Netanyahu having a falling-out? Axios reporter Marc Caputo discusses his bombshell report on an explosive call between the two over Lebanon and Iran. Singer Mike Cavanaugh performs a moving new song he wrote in honor of Charlie and his martyrdom. Steve Hilton joins for a push on California primary day.

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Graham Platner, Democrat Standardbearer Jun 01, 2026

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Along with James Talarico, Graham Platner has become the signature figure of the 2026 Democrat push to retake the Senate, with a history of Nazi tattoos, repugnant Reddit comments, adultery, and more. The show dissects what he says about the Democrats of today. Bo and Gabe from TPUSA Frontlines give firsthand reporting on the left's siege of a New Jersey ICE facility. Dr. Rob Henderson discusses the fertility collapse, its causes, and whether it can be fixed, and Fox's Rachel Campos-Duffy shows off her new book celebrating America's 250th with an introduction by Erika Kirk.

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From the Archive: What Set Our Founders Apart: Charlie at 2019 YWLS May 31, 2026

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Even back in 2019, Charlie had an exceptional way of explaining what made America exceptional. At one of the earliest iterations of YWLS, Charlie explains what made Washington, Jefferson, and Hamilton so much more remarkable than conquerors like Napoleon or Alexander the Great. Simple: Because they built a limited government that would live beyond them, rather than maximizing power for themselves and their descendants. And as a result, the American republic has blossomed to be the greatest nation in history.

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THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 129 — Spanking Your Kids? The Death of Reading? Star Wars Boycott? May 30, 2026

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A full Thoughtcrime set comes together to confront the top matters of the moment, including:

-What does it mean that modern "readers" are skipping everything but the dialogue?

-Is a Star Wars boycott necessary, and is Jack following his own boycott?

-Is spanking a morally acceptable punishment?

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