Best Why I Hate This Movie Podcasts (2025)

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Wicked 41:40

24d ago41:40

41:40

Heather and Nils take a look at Wicked, the smash hit musical! Does Wicked live up to the hype? What do we think of Ariana Grande's performance and blonde eyebrows? Heather explains basic plot points that Nils did not catch. And can Heather hit that high note in Defying Gravity? Catch this week's episode to find out! Email us your questions, commen…

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Michael Dell vs. Wall Street: Dorm Room to Billion-Dollar Battles 54:28

3h ago54:28

54:28

A Note from James: Michael Dell. Founder of Dell. I remember in college, hearing about this kid who was building computers in his dorm and making millions. I thought it was a myth. It wasn’t. He’s the real thing—and he just kept going. I wanted to understand what drove him, what it felt like to deal with Carl Icahn trying to wrestle his company fro…

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Zuckerberg's Grand Vision: "Most Of Your Friends Will Be AI" (REACTION) 14:11

4h ago14:11

14:11

Hey fellow loneliness destroyer, text me! I'll be honest, I did NOT hold back in this episode. Let me ask you a question: would you replace your best friend with AI? Mark Zuckerberg thinks you will. In this reaction episode, I'm breaking down the Wall Street Journal article, “Zuckerberg’s Grand Vision: Most of Your Friends Will Be AI.” As a creator…

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Democrats Lose the Politics of Riots 38:08

7h ago38:08

38:08

Is the left locking itself into minority status for decades to come? Mark Halperin explains how the Democrats have trapped in a prison of their own making, as they find themselves defending riots, opposing deportations, and alienating the mainstream. Alex Marlow discusses how this week's riots highlight the decline and fall of the LA so many conser…

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Mass Deportations Is What We Voted For 34:02

14h ago34:02

34:02

Who has the advantage on the all-important immigration issue? And how have a week of riots and deportation raids changed the landscape? Charlie explains how President Trump's bold stand has changed American attitudes over the past decade and over the past week. Sen. Eric Schmitt discusses his clash with Mexico's president over remittances. Get the …

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#1715 The Weaponization of Antisemitism and Counterproductive Violence 2:36:28

1d ago2:36:28

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Air Date: 6-11-2025 Following the 2023 attack and counterattack between Israel and Hamas which brought the simmering conflict into the mainstream of American politics, we're now living with the opportunistic weaponization of antisemitism being used as a pretext to crack down on anti-Israel protests and universities that just aren't teaching a Trump…

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ICYMI: When CEOs Post About Workers Who “Coast” 34:38

1d ago34:38

34:38

Kate Lindsay and Candice Lim dive into the online workplace drama surrounding a millennial founder’s hot take about 9-to-5 workers. Lindsey Carter is the CEO of SET Active, an influencer-targeted athleisure brand you may have seen on Kaia Gerber and Kendall Jenner. Recently, Carter complained in a now-deleted TikTok about office workers who leave r…

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Outward | Small-Town Pride Blooms 50:28

1d ago50:28

50:28

This week, Bryan talks with Christina about her new piece for Slate The Conservative Wave Is Having a Very Unexpected Effect on Pride which covers the power and politics of small-town Pride. Then, in the second half, they're joined by Van Knapp, co-founder of Canyon County Pride in Idaho, to talk about building queer joy in unlikely places. Learn m…

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Culture Gabfest: Pee Wee’s Big Documentary Edition 1:02:40

1d ago1:02:40

1:02:40

On this week’s show, the secret word is: Pee-wee. Dana, Steve, and Julia discuss the new documentary Pee-wee as Himself. The fascinating two-part film, directed by Matt Wolf, attempts to reveal the complex man Paul Reubens behind the beloved, surprisingly subversive, goofball that was Pee-wee Herman. Next, they tee off to talk about Stick, the new …

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Can I Change Rand Paul's Mind on the BBB? 36:26

1d ago36:26

36:26

Rand Paul has become one of the Republican senators standing in the way of passing the Big, Beautiful Bill. Plenty of MAGA supporters are bashing him on Twitter, but Charlie is trying a different approach: Hearing what he has to say. Charlie lets Paul state his problems with the bill, and then explains why he disagrees and thinks the bill needs to …

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Why Palestine and BLM are at the ICE Riots 34:40

1d ago34:40

34:40

You might understand why anti-deportation rioters carry Mexican flags. But why are they also waving flags for Palestine and black nationalists? Charlie explains the doctrine of intersectionality that guides the new left. He also speaks with DHS's Tricia McLaughlin about the ongoing riots and how they connect to the Big Beautiful Bill. Watch every e…

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Death, Sex & Money | Money Advice For This Weird Moment 1:13:39

2d ago1:13:39

1:13:39

At a time when inflation, tariffs, and stock market fluctuations are creating confusion and financial strain, we’ve assembled an unlikely panel of experts to answer your money questions, big and small. Our panel includes: Bethel Habte, a financial coach and author of the Deconstructing Money newsletter; Mark Blythe, economics professor at Brown Uni…

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AI Should Fear Justine Bateman 1:03:22

2d ago1:03:22

1:03:22

I’ve known for years that the actor and filmmaker Justine Bateman had prescient thoughts about art and society. But now, we need her (and her complementary background in computer science) more than ever. Far-removed from her teen stardom on Family Ties, Justine and I talk about how artificial intelligence threatens the existence of movies, books, a…

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SOLVED! #11 - Culture War Distractions While the Oligarchs Rob You Blind 24:25

2d ago24:25

24:25

Air Date: 6-8-25 BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Hear the Full Show, Members Get Bonus Shows + No Ads!) Today, Jay!, Amanda, Deon, and Erin discuss: The right’s attack on free speech and academic freedom Trumponomics, men, and tradwives The lessons to learn about culture wars from the fight for gay marriage How the internet and Trump force us to live in…

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Simone Biles Embarrasses Herself Again 35:30

2d ago35:30

35:30

Simone Biles is safely retired from competitive gymnastics, so now she is pulling up the ladder behind her to push deranged left-wing politics. Riley Gaines discusses Biles's nasty social media attack and what it says about America's most famous quitter. Plus, Tom Homan reports from the scene in Los Angeles with a message that the administration wo…

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Hang Up | A New King of Clay? 1:20:45

2d ago1:20:45

1:20:45

Hosts Alex Kirshner, Ben Lindbergh and Lindsay Gibbs discuss Carlos Alcaraz’s dazzling comeback win over Jannik Sinner in the men’s French Open finals. Then they welcome Kim Ng, the commissioner of the new Athletes Unlimited Softball League, to talk about all things pro softball. They also speak with professor and author Neil Longley about some of …

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The Battle of Los Angeles — Does the Country Hang in the Balance? 35:50

3d ago35:50

35:50

No invasion is ended without a battle, and the invasion of America is the largest in human history. Charlie reacts to the anti-ICE riots in Los Angeles and calls for a firm show of force by the Administration. Senator Rick Scott joins to discuss the California mayhem and how it intersects with the Big Beautiful Bill. Watch every episode ad-free on …

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Ask Charlie Anything 226: Pre-Marriage Prep? The Future Of H-1Bs? The Secrets of Campus Success? 34:19

3d ago34:19

34:19

Charlie takes an hour of questions live from CK Exclusives subscribers, including: -What discussions should you be sure to have before marrying your future spouse? -What is the future of skilled, legal immigration under Trump? -How should the ideal TPUSA chapter head behave? Become an Exclusives subscriber and ask Charlie a question on-air by going…

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Care & Feeding | Your City Could Be Better For Parents 42:19

3d ago42:19

42:19

On this episode: Zak, Elizabeth and Lucy chat with Diana Lind, an urban policy expert and writer, about her thoughts on parent-friendly cities. We’ll talk about ways that cities do – and could – make housing, third places, transportation, and more work better for more families. And if you stick around for the Slate Plus Playground, Diana hangs out …

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Getting the American Youth Back in the Game — My Speech at the University of Wyoming 1:18:59

4d ago1:18:59

1:18:59

Enjoy Charlie's speech at the University of Wyoming during his American Comeback Tour, where he begins with the moves Trump has made so far that will most impact Gen-Z, and then he takes audience questions about working blue collar jobs, what values he wants to bring back to the west, how to react to legal and illegal immigration, and more. Watch e…

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ICYMI: TikTok’s “Relationship Experts” Must Be Stopped 38:10

5d ago38:10

38:10

After dating influencer TheWizardLiz revealed she had been cheated on, her viral tips for how to “keep” a man rang hollow. Candice Lim fills in Kate Lindsay on all the Wizard Liz lore, and how TikTok dating gurus are this decade’s Carrie Bradshaws. But with so much more of our lives on display, it’s riskier than ever for anyone to claim they’ve fig…

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The Calm After the Trump/Elon Storm? 36:16

6d ago36:16

36:16

One of the most high-powered partnerships in history is on the rocks as President Trump and Elon Musk trade blows on social media. While rumors of a potential reconciliation swirl, Charlie weighs in and gives his prediction. ICE Acting Director Todd Lyons explains how the BBB will unleash the mass deportations that Trump promised on the campaign tr…

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#1714 Trump's Anti-Knowledge Agenda is Inviting the Next Authoritarian Dark Age 3:50:49

6d ago3:50:49

3:50:49

Air Date 6/6/2025 Today, Trump's administration is doing everything in its power to end the era of educational dominance the US has enjoyed for decades. The simple fact that explains the change is that democracy used to be valued across the political spectrum while todays Republican Party is authoritarian and understands that an educated public is …

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THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 86 — Trump v. Musk, Battle of the Bill(ionaires) 1:07:50

6d ago1:07:50

1:07:50

The world's most powerful man and the world's richest man have abruptly ended their alliance and gotten into an all-out brawl over the Big Beautiful Bill on X, Truth Social, and beyond. Charlie, Jack, Tyler, and Blake react to the unfolding drama, and speculate on who will win the showdown and whether any future reconciliation is possible. Watch ad…

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Dear Prudence | I Need My Best Friend to Give Me Some Space. Help! 1:07:15

6d ago1:07:15

1:07:15

On the final episode of Dear Prudence, Jenée is joined by Lonnae O’Neal – a senior writer for ESPN/Andscape and the author of the forthcoming book Bibb Country: Unearthing My Family Secrets of Land, Legacy and Lettuce. Together, they’ll answer questions like: what do you do when your friends’ husband calls you his wife’s hot lookalike? Is it worth …

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Trump 2.0 is Winning + Is the CCP Advancing? 39:32

6d ago39:32

39:32

Patrick Bet-David joins Charlie for a look at the wins of President Trump's first five months, and also to react to the suddenly-erupting Musk/Trump feud just as it gets underway. Joshua Phillip of Epoch Times then turns to the China question. Does the CCP want war with America over Taiwan...or is the war actually already upon us? Watch every episo…

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Before You Decide On the Big Beautiful Bill, Listen To This 48:34

7d ago48:34

48:34

President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill has become one big not-so-beautiful ball of drama. But in the end, the bill carries a huge number of provisions necessary to enact President Trump's 2024 campaign promises. Stephen Miller joins Charlie to explain the BBB's many victories, and call for a Republican Party that wants to win rather than lose. Se…

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BREAKING: Elon v. Trump 14:11

7d ago14:11

14:11

As Charlie puts it, he's "on team America," but that hasn't stopped social media from picking sides in what is quickly becoming one of the largest infighting epidemics in conservative history. Charlie reacts in real time. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com! Support the show: http://www.char…

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Care & Feeding | Planners and Calendars and Lists (Oh My) 1:06:44

7d ago1:06:44

1:06:44

On this episode: Zak, Elizabeth and Lucy talk about executive functioning. Listeners reliably chime in when Elizabeth and Lucy talk about their planners, their calendars, and their methods of staying sane… so today, we’re diving into the ways we keep track of everything. Most of the time. After that, of course, we’ll circle up for a round of triump…

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Part 5: How to Write and Publish Your First Book in 30 Days - The Four Book Frameworks 35:16

7d ago35:16

35:16

Notes from James: Most people get stuck at the idea stage. That’s why I’m sharing frameworks—so you’re not staring at a blank screen. These techniques have helped hundreds of people (including me) go from idea to published book in just 30 days. Episode Descriptions: In Part 5 of my 30-day writing series, I unveil four of the most powerful book-writ…

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What to Say When You Forget Someone's Name (& Recover Smoothly!) 8:49

7d ago8:49

8:49

Hey fellow loneliness destroyer, text me! It happens to the best of us, but that doesn't make it any less uncomfortable. Forgetting someone's name feels quite embarrassing, and, here's how to fix it. In this episode, we are breaking down 7 different phrases you can choose from, and use when you forget someone's name! Support the show Remember, you'…

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War, Peace, or Doom? 36:48

7d ago36:48

36:48

Has Ukraine's latest attack on Russia taken us closer to nuclear war, or closer to peace? Does it change the balance of power at all? Wall Street legend David Sacks gives his well-informed assessment, then turns to the topic of AI. Are we getting close to robotic sentience, or even an AI takeover? Plus, iconic playwright David Mamet discusses Israe…

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Elon vs. The BBB 35:19

8d ago35:19

35:19

Elon Musk abruptly launched a big broadside against the Big Beautiful Bill Tuesday night, and X is in chaos. Charlie reacts to Musk's reasoning and analyzes the bill's pluses and minuses, then talks to Sen. Ron Johnson about what's needed to keep the bill's fortunes from disintegrating. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get ne…

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ICYMI: Sad Beige Lawsuits and an Influencer’s “Royal Wedding” 38:29

8d ago38:29

38:29

Kate Lindsay and Candice Lim break down the wedding weekend heard round TikTok starring one of r/NYCInfluencerSnark’s main characters. Jazmyn Smith (better known as @justjazzzyidk) got married after a year-long engagement that was rife with criticism surrounding her relationship, her fiancé’s financial status, and more. But instead of burying the w…

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Decoder Ring | The Laff Box (Encore) 38:17

8d ago38:17

38:17

Decoder Ring is marking its 100th episode this year. To celebrate, we’re revisiting our very first episode from 2018, which asks: What happened to the laugh track? For nearly five decades, the laugh track was ubiquitous, but beginning in the early 2000s, it fell out of sitcom fashion. What happened? How did we get from The Beverly Hillbillies to 30…

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Culture Gabfest: The Creator of Succession Takes on the Broligarchy Edition 1:04:02

8d ago1:04:02

1:04:02

On this week’s show, longtime hosts Julia, Stephen, and Dana are all together in-person to talk about Mountainhead, the new HBO Max movie from Jesse Armstrong, creator of Succession. Then, they dig into the new Amazon Prime series Overcompensating. Finally, they talk about the new PR junket, full of spicy food and odd quizzes, inspired by this Vult…

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Is The Cure To Cancer Right in Our Lap? 40:38

8d ago40:38

40:38

Cancer rates among young people are surging — but why? Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong owns the Los Angeles Times, but is also an experienced cancer doctor who has spent years investigating the rise of these "turbocancers." But don't despair. Dr. Soon-Shiong thinks he knows the secret to beating cancer once and for all. He joins Charlie for a wide-ranging …

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Russia's Pearl Harbor + The Death of Pride Month? 37:57

9d ago37:57

37:57

Ukraine's drone attack on bases across Russia was like something out of a movie — but now it's entirely in real life. Andrew and Blake break down whether this attack takes us closer to nuclear war or closer to peace, and sketch out what it means for America's own defenses. Alex Marlow joins to discuss whether Pride Month is finally dead and buried.…

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#1597 The rise of fascism around the world driven by economic insecurity (Throwback) 1:03:12

9d ago1:03:12

1:03:12

Original Air Date: 12-8-2023 Neoliberalism has created a lot of economic suffering and insecurity in addition to weakened social ties over the past few decades. And now, in what may be the most devastating result of the ideology yet, neoliberalism may be leading much of the world toward fascism bolstered by legitimate grievances about economic prec…

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How To! | Send Your Kid to College (and Keep Your Distance) 34:34

9d ago34:34

34:34

Jennifer is about to send her oldest child off to college in the fall—and her kid isn’t the only one who’s anxious about the transition. On this episode of How To!, host Carvell Wallace and Jennifer talk with Christine Self, director of parent and family relations at Texas Tech University, about navigating a huge change, making the most of campus v…

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Death, Sex & Money | How a Matchmaking Job Inspired a Film About Dating's Secret Economy 46:04

9d ago46:04

46:04

Long before Celine Song was nominated for an Academy Award for her directorial debut, Past Lives, she was a struggling playwright in New York City with a side hustle: matchmaking. In this episode, Celine talks about how that experience inspired the plot of her new A24 movie, Materialists, starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal. This…

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Chris Carter Wants You To Believe 1:03:50

9d ago1:03:50

1:03:50

The X-Files was always about turning something mysterious and untraceable into something known — so what better time to capture the elusive podcast interview on camera? That’s right: Fail Better is now on video, and we’re kicking off this new chapter with the one and only Chris Carter, the creator of The X-Files. And he came prepared, alien embryo …

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Shoveling Sh*t: Entrepreneurs’ Secrets to a $700M Exit with Michael & Kass Lazerow 1:05:08

9d ago1:05:08

1:05:08

Episode Description: James reconnects with entrepreneurs Michael and Kass Lazerow, whose journey spans selling Golf.com for $24 million, launching and pivoting Buddy Media into a $700 million Salesforce acquisition, and now investing in breakout brands like Liquid Death. This episode isn’t about startup clichés—it’s about emotional resilience, firi…

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How Pfizer Rigged the 2020 Election 35:05

9d ago35:05

35:05

No vaccine development was ever more high-profile, or more fast-tracked, than the race to create a Covid shot in 2020. But then, two weeks before the 2020 election, Pfizer hit the pause button. Alex Berenson explains how the trail of evidence makes it clear that Pfizer and health authorities deliberately slowed down to deny Donald Trump a victory a…

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Hang up | Finals Week 57:52

9d ago57:52

57:52

Hosts Alex Kirshner, Ben Lindbergh and Lindsay Gibbs break down the NBA Finals and the savvy draft and trade decisions that led to this year’s showdown between two small-market teams. They also unpack the NHL Finals rematch between Edmonton and Florida and whether a Canadian team can finally reclaim glory. Finally, they speak with New York Times sp…

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SOLVED! #10 - The Old Guard is Dying 23:26

10d ago23:26

23:26

Air Date: 6–2-25 Today, Jay!, Amanda, Deon, and Erin discuss: The role of art in political movements and moments under capitalism The problems with the Democratic Party that go far beyond Biden The Democrats’ gerontocracy that is literally dying and allowing Trump legislation to pass Our response to the latest DNC Executive Committee Meeting (held …

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Islam: Incompatible With the West, Incompatible With Civilization? 33:32

10d ago33:32

33:32

America has seen yet another hideous attack by an Islamic radical who never should have been in the country at all. Charlie reacts, and asks why some pro-immigration Americans seem to have a death wish. Former House speaker Newt Gingrich discusses his latest book analyzing Trump's dramatic political comeback. Watch every episode ad-free on members.…

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Ask Charlie Anything 225: Save New Mexico? Dump Your Lib GF? Influencer Envy? 34:20

10d ago34:20

34:20

Charlie takes an hour of questions live from CK Exclusives subscribers, including: -Is the Israel/Palestine conflict just a battle over territory, or something more religious and ideological? -Why is it a good idea to dump your partner if they're too politically unaligned? -What is Charlie's advice to all the people asking him to save their blue st…

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Care & Feeding | My Toddler’s Officially Overweight 34:59

10d ago34:59

34:59

On this episode: Zak, Elizabeth and Jamilah help a listener who just got told that her toddler is overweight. Now, she’s wishing the pediatrician hadn’t said anything — and she’s also feeling like she failed as a parent. So, we’re here to explain how she didn’t fail… and talk about what healthy bodies can look like. And then, we’ll circle up for a …

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The Hands That Will Save America 53:06

11d ago53:06

53:06

You've heard their ads on the show. But the sponsors who back The Charlie Kirk Show are not just businesses — they're people who have a deep love of and concern for America. Enjoy a speech Charlie recently gave to an assembly of CK Show sponsors, where he explains the "why" behind the show, and now our sponsors have allowed us to be as freespirited…

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