The Charlie Kirk Show

Despite threats and millions of dollars in fines from the state of California, Pastor Mike McClure refused to shut his church down or enforce mask mandates on the government's behalf. Now that Covid is long gone, McClure is suing the state. Charlie talks about his case and about McClure's many accomplishments bringing people to God over the course of the pandemic. Plus, attorney James Lawrence tells Charlie about his own free speech lawsuit against California, and provides an update on the crucial case of Douglas Mackey, who faces ten years in prison after an unjust conviction for "illegal memes."Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A year ago, artificial intelligence seemed like a far-off danger. Now, it grows more and more powerful by the day, and tech experts are sounding the alarm, but Washington is out to lunch. Tech expert Joe Allen lays out the threat AI could pose to the very existence of humanity, and he and Charlie discuss whether any solutions are even possible before it's too late. Plus, Raheem Kassam describes how a uniparty polling firm linked to George Soros has tried to influence the GOP's 2024 primary.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conservatives have mixed feelings about Elon Musk. To some, he’s a charismatic crusader for free speech. To others, he’s a robber baron reborn. Charlie reacts to part 1 of Musk’s Tucker Carlson interview and gives his interpretation of the world’s richest man. Plus, Charlie lays out the problem of America’s elites and how today’s can’t hold a candle to those of a century ago.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Libertarianism believes in letting adults choose their own destinies...but what about children? Josie Glabach is the Red-Headed Libertarian, Timcast contributor and one of the few people holding a coveted Twitter follow from Elon Musk. But recent events in America have tested and evolved Josie's views. Listen as Josie shares her harrowing story of how her daughter was nearly ensnared by the transgenderism-industrial complex, prompting her family's flight to safety in Florida.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's a better use of $250 million? Fratricidal GOP primary ads, or building an election-winning machine in Georgia, Wisconsin, and Arizona? Charlie talks over 2024 with Jack Posobiec and Rich Baris, asking whether it's good for the GOP for anyone to challenge Trump, given his huge advantage in fundraising, polling, and political talent. Plus, Charlie and Jack react to appalling footage from Chicago, where a mob of black teenagers surrounded and attacked a white woman.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2024 GOP primary is heating up. Attacks — and spending — are on the rise. Is this worth it? Charlie weighs in on the party's current situation, asking whether it is even necessary to have a primary when Trump’s aggressive campaign has him so far up in the polls. Charlie also unpacks how conservatives can come back from several disappointing election cycles to see victory once again.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are several Walmarts in the Chicago area closing down? What happens when a dad confronts Lego employees for wearing gay pride flags? Why can’t electric vehicles listen to AM radio stations, and what will that mean for the future of conservative hosts? How can we solve the rising levels of crime across the board?Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where did the trans tyranny come from, and how do we figh back? That's the chief topic on Charlie's mind during his speech at Destiny Church in Rocklin, California. Charlie lays out how Christians can stand up to a hostile culture, takes audience questions, and points the way forward in these spiritually challenging times.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happened to Chicago? Why did one of America's most decent, hard-working cities become infamous for corruption, decay, and hyper-racialized politics? Can it be saved — and if so, how? Charlie addresses the condition and fate of his hometown in an appearance at the University of Illinois-Chicago.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should the Air Guardsman who leaked troves of Ukraine war documents be considered a brave truth-teller? Should he be considered a traitor? Or is he just a kid who wanted to impress his friends online? No matter what the answer is, Charlie and his guests Kash Patel and MTG agree that the bigger villains are elites who have spent a year lying to the American people. Plus, Charlie reacts to reports that a top Democratic donor is trying to throw the GOP nomination to Ron DeSantis over Donald Trump.Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.