Louder with Crowder – FOR CHARLIE KIRK: Breaking Exclusive On Assassin

Date: September 11, 2025
Host: Steven Crowder
Guests: Gerald, Pops Crowder (Steven's dad), Josh, Joe, and special guest Megyn Kelly
Podcast Theme: The shocking assassination of conservative figure Charlie Kirk – breaking news, exclusive details, and raw reactions from the team.

Episode Overview

This emotionally charged episode centers on the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative commentator, at Utah Valley University. Steven Crowder and his team share exclusive information gained through their sources within the Department of Justice (DOJ), unpack media reactions, discuss safety and security for right-of-center public figures, and reflect on the broader implications for free speech and political violence in America. Megyn Kelly joins to provide media perspective and her emotion-laden response.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Breaking News: Details of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

[02:00–10:00]

• Leak from DOJ source: Steven Crowder reveals exclusive details:
  • Charlie Kirk was shot at Utah Valley University by a sniper in an adjacent building.
  • The rifle used was a Mauser .30-06; the shells were reportedly engraved with transgender and Antifa/anti-fascist slogans.
  • Law enforcement recovered the weapon and is conducting forensic tests; suspect not yet identified.
• Media confirmation: Wall Street Journal confirmed the story after Crowder's announcement.
• Motivation signaled in evidence: Emphasis on the radical trans, antifascist ideology scrawled on ammunition as proof of a targeted, ideological act.

Quote:

"All cartridges have engraved wording on them expressing transgender and anti-fascist ideology… The direct result of leftist terrorism in America."
— Steven Crowder (07:30)

2. Emotional Reaction and Call for Caution

[10:00–21:00]

• The panel expresses sorrow, outrage, and heightened fear for conservative figures.
• Crowder repeatedly clarifies he is not encouraging offensive violence, but says the time has come for "hair trigger defense" and vigilance.
• A prayer led by Gerald for Kirk's family and the conservative community (13:30).

Quote:

"I'm not advocating for violence… but I'm advocating now going forward: hair trigger defense. Because you, we, and Charlie that day… were hunted."
— Steven Crowder (09:10)

3. Media Coverage, Misinformation, and Gaslighting Tactics

[19:20–28:00]

• Crowder criticizes mainstream media (CNN, Insider, etc.) for downplaying ideology ("cultural phrases" vs. explicit trans/antifa slogans) and shifting blame.
• Discussion of how attacks on conservatives are often minimized, called isolated incidents, or blamed on "both sides."

Quote:

"CNN… called the anti-fascist trans ideology on the ammo 'cultural phrases.' That's not cultural phrases."
— Gerald (24:04)

4. Firsthand Experiences of Threats & Security Issues

[29:00–37:00]

• Crowder recounts repeated threats, intimidation, and violence at Change My Mind events.
• Pops Crowder and Josh share experiences setting up intense security for Steven’s appearances — metal detectors, officers, etc.
• Stark contrast: Liberal hosts and speakers rarely face similar opposition or require this level of security.

Quote:

"You saw the one that got through. We have to take precautions. And Charlie had to take precautions… that people on the left do not."
— Steven Crowder (70:17)

5. Megyn Kelly: A Media Veteran’s Perspective

[39:50–50:02]

• Joins live to express grief and outrage.
• Highlights that this was not a politician, but a public thought leader assassinated for speech.
• Calls media lies and minimization "part of the problem," says she feels no desire to extend grace to the left.

Quote:

"He was killed for his thoughts, he was killed for his speech. It's just so un-American and disgusting… Now, they'll say it's right-wing rhetoric, but what in the actual F are you talking about?"
— Megyn Kelly (40:23, 41:55)

6. Implications: A Turning Point for Political Violence and Free Speech

[53:00–62:00]

• Episode frames Kirk’s murder as emblematic of left-wing incitement and a breakdown in civil discourse.
• Crowder and team argue that security, defensive posture, and ideological solidarity are now necessities for conservatives.
• Analysis of the left's strategies: Character assassination, gaslighting, and dishonesty in framing events (e.g., omitting major incidents like BLM riots when discussing "political violence").

7. Calls to Action and Next Steps

[62:25–66:31]

• Urging viewers to support conservative creators, TPUSA, and Kirk’s family.
• Appeal for any viewers with information to contact the FBI or lwctipsonmail.com.
• Stress on being proactive with personal security ("hair trigger defense"), situational awareness, and preparedness.
• Advocacy for unwavering support of truth-telling, regardless of media pushback or public hostility.

8. Q&A with Audience on Safety, Faith, and Moving Forward

[113:40–120:00]

• Responding to questions about staying safe, finding common ground, and steps for conservatives post-Kirk’s murder.

• Crowder is clear: "Do not find common ground on a lie. Divide clearly."

• Strong language discouraging passivity or balancing "temperance" when faced with evil:

  "Say a prayer, post a guard." (115:44)

• On entering the political arena when you have a family:

  "It’s not for everybody... There’s a very tall price to pay." (137:44)

9. Exclusive Security/Threat Updates

[100:07–101:09]

• Exclusive: Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula’s reported call for attacks on high-profile US politicians.
• Warning to the conservative audience to stay alert on September 11 and always prioritize defense.

10. Notable Segments, Quotes, and Moments

• On why these realities are ignored:

  "Maybe if we didn't get it out, maybe everyone else would have covered it. I hope so. But we know that didn't happen with Nashville [manifesto]..."
  — Steven Crowder (112:43)

• On dialogue and change:

  "I am telling you, most of that [civil discussion, 'Change My Mind'] is out the window. Now it's destroy. Destroy the ideas of the left. They need to be embarrassed and they need to be scared."
  — Steven Crowder (117:01)

• Bitter humor breaks the tension:

  • "You know, Andrew Wilson called me last week ... said you might want to think about going out and doing Change My Mind again. And then he called me yesterday and said, yeah, I was wrong. Don't do it."
    — Steven Crowder (86:00)
  • Seven Plus One: Radical Trans Video Games segment (109:57) humorously lampoons "trans agenda in gaming," providing emotional relief after heavy content.

Selected Timestamps for Important Segments

• Prayer for Charlie Kirk: 13:31–15:06
• Crowder’s exclusive reading of DOJ leak: 02:00–10:00
• Debate about “hair trigger defense” and end of “common ground”: 09:10–10:20, 113:52–114:44
• Megyn Kelly media perspective: 39:50–50:02
• Detailed critique of CNN/WaPo framing: 24:04–24:39, 99:42–101:09
• Audience Q&A (“What comes next?”): 113:40–120:00
• Alert: Al Qaeda threat: 100:07–101:09
• Exclusive video game parody segment (“Seven Plus One”): 109:57–112:12

Conclusion: Takeaways and Tone

This episode is a rallying call for the conservative audience in a time of tragedy:

• Uncompromising: Crowder urges the right not to seek artificial "balance" or "temperance" in the face of what he calls "leftist terrorism."
• Practical: Advocacy for increased personal security, skepticism of institutions, and collective support for independent conservative media.
• Grief-stricken but Defiant: Emphasis on honoring Charlie Kirk not for how he died, but for his willingness to keep speaking despite escalating threats.
• Hostility to legacy media: Rejection of mainstream media’s narrative, which is seen as gaslighting, deceitful, and complicit.
• Camaraderie: Deep appreciation for audience support and a sense of "us vs. them."

Lasting Message:

"If all your neighbors were Charlie Kirk, you'd have a pretty good neighborhood. If all your neighbors believed as the shooter did... you'd have a bloodbath. Your willingness and readiness to defend just went up exponentially ... because they'll take it from you if they can. You just saw the one that got through."
— Steven Crowder (159:36)

For more context or future updates, Crowder and team encourage supporters to engage on Rumble and provide information to lwctipsonmail.com.