Mark Levin Podcast – September 24, 2025

Episode Theme: Reviving Judeo-Christian Values in America

Overview

This episode of the Mark Levin Podcast centers around the theme of reviving and defending Judeo-Christian values in America amid increasing ideological and cultural assaults. Mark Levin discusses the interplay between Jewish and Christian communities, political and spiritual threats from both the left and factions within the right, antisemitism, the assassination of Charlie Kirk, media hypocrisy (notably around Jimmy Kimmel), the upcoming political battles post-Trump, and the defense of Western civilization’s spiritual and constitutional heritage. The episode includes an extended discussion with Bill O’Reilly on confronting evil in history and its modern manifestations.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Personal Reflections and Faith in Public Life

• Levin returns after attending Rosh Hashanah and reflects on recent travels to Israel and the City of David event attended by prominent figures (02:06).
• Expresses joy about religious revivals across America, emphasizing the shared values that unite Jews and Christians (03:55).
• "We talk about Judeo-Christian values for a reason. The founders of your country talked about Judeo-Christian values." — Mark Levin (03:57)

2. Defense of Judeo-Christian Alliances

• Stresses Jewish protection of Christian sites in Israel and ongoing threats to both communities (04:12).
• Highlights collaborations with evangelical leaders like Pastor John Hagee and the enduring unity between religious conservatives (05:15).

3. Fight Against Antisemitism and Hate

• Denounces growing antisemitic rhetoric from fringe voices on both left and right, notably criticizing Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, and others for platforming or minimizing antisemitism (07:01, 11:58).
• "People of faith want nothing to do with Holocaust deniers. People of faith want nothing to do with full throated Jew haters." — Mark Levin (12:34)

4. The Legacy and Loss of Charlie Kirk

• Pays tribute to Charlie Kirk, lauding his faith, peacemaking, and contributions to the conservative youth movement (14:09, 18:54).
• Critiques those who try to exploit Kirk’s assassination for political gain or spread conspiracies about his death.

5. Political Movements and the Future of the GOP

• Outlines conservatives' historic leadership in revolutions like the Reagan revolution, Tea Party, Convention of States, and MAGA (09:20).
• Warns of an existential battle for the soul of the Republican Party after Trump, calling for vigilance against radical, conspiratorial, or anti-Semitic influences in conservative politics (27:43).
• "There’s only one Donald Trump and there will only be one Donald Trump in our lifetimes. He is a great, great man." — Mark Levin (11:17)
• "You and me, nominating Cruz and Rubio and Mike Lee and… the convention of states… we have turned legislature after legislature around..." — Mark Levin (09:20)

6. Media Critique: The Case of Jimmy Kimmel

• Levin skewers media double standards in the handling of Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and return following insensitive remarks after Kirk’s death (36:57).
• Argues that corporate decisions are being spun as First Amendment crises only when convenient for liberals (39:08).
• "The person who lost his free speech rights forever was Charlie Kirk. Not that phony fraud fake Jimmy Kimmel." — Mark Levin (78:33)

7. U.S. Foreign Policy and Trump’s Leadership

• Praises Trump’s assertive stances at the UN on Israel and Gaza, sharply contrasting him with critics and so-called “fake MAGA” voices (41:45, 44:09, 50:06).
• Shares stories illustrating Trump’s authentic support for Jewish causes and Israel (51:10).

8. The British and European Crisis: Immigration and Islamism

• Discusses the rise of Tommy Robinson, mass immigration, and threats to British culture and security (59:18–64:21).
• Emphasizes solidarity with European Jews and the importance of defending Western cultural values.

9. On Free Speech and Corporate Media

• Engages with Bill O’Reilly on media hypocrisy, book censorship, and leftist gatekeeping in mainstream outlets (97:50–99:52).
• "The point that Bill O’Reilly is mentioning here is these people don’t believe in free speech. They believe in propaganda." — Mark Levin (99:22)

10. Confronting Evil – Conversation with Bill O’Reilly

• Discuss the nature of evil historically and in the present, referencing O’Reilly’s new book Confronting Evil (87:17–97:50).
• Draws analogies between historical tyrants and current threats; highlights the necessity of confronting evil forcefully, both at home and abroad.

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• On Judeo-Christian Unity:
  “I grew up around Christians. I have friends who are Christians, best friends who are Christians. And we are very close, including Pastor John Hagee, one of the great evangelical Christians of our time or ever.” (05:15)

• Against Antisemitic Grifters:
  "Because some of these dumb bastards like Carlson, they have awakened… a sleeping giant. People of faith want nothing to do with Holocaust deniers... to advance the causes of the Islamists." (12:34)

• On Media Double Standards:
  "It's twisted to argue that Kimmel… is a victim of anything but his own hatred and narcissism." (39:36)

• Regarding Trump’s Unique Role:
  “There’s only one Donald Trump and there will only be one Donald Trump in our lifetimes. He is a great, great man. He is a great leader. What he did at the United Nations today was unbelievable.” (11:17)

• Media Hypocrisy:
  “The only reason the Klan was defeated was because… Grant became president he ordered federal troops… didn’t take any prisoners. They killed them all. That broke the back of the Klan.” — Bill O’Reilly (89:42)

• Charlie Kirk on Antisemitism:
  "There is a corner of the Internet… that want to point and blame the Jews for all their problems… This is demonic, it's from the pit of hell, and it should not be tolerated, period." — Charlie Kirk (109:18)

Timestamps for Important Segments

| Timestamp | Topic/Content | |---------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 02:06 | Mark Levin returns, trip to Israel, Rosh Hashanah | | 05:15 | Discussion of faith, Christian-Jewish unity, City of David event | | 07:01 | Rising antisemitism, critique of Carlson, Owens, and others | | 09:20 | Conservative political revolutions (Reagan, Tea Party, Convention of States) | | 12:34 | “People of faith want nothing to do with Holocaust deniers…” | | 14:09 | Tribute to Charlie Kirk | | 17:40 | Disagreement with Kirk on Iran, peacemaking | | 36:57 | Jimmy Kimmel media hypocrisy discourse | | 41:45 | Trump at the UN on Gaza and Israel | | 50:06 | Trump’s support for Israel, personal background | | 59:18 | Immigration and Islamism in Britain, Tommy Robinson discussion | | 78:33 | Frank Turek’s account of Kirk’s assassination | | 87:17 | Start of Bill O’Reilly interview – Confronting Evil | | 97:50 | On media blackouts and suppression of conservative authors | | 109:18 | Charlie Kirk on confronting online antisemitism |

Tone and Language

• Levin’s tone is impassioned, urgent, and at times combative: “That’s right. I said it!”
• Language is frank, direct, and conversational—often with biting sarcasm aimed at media or political adversaries.
• Regular evocations of American patriotism, religious solidarity, and “we the people” rhetoric.

Final Thoughts

Mark Levin urges his audience to remain vigilant in protecting the spiritual and cultural foundations of the United States, particularly against rising antisemitism, the manipulation of faith for political gain, and leftist or nihilist influences within conservatism itself. The death of Charlie Kirk looms as both a tragedy and a warning. Throughout, Levin calls for a return to foundational principles, unapologetic activism, and a rejection of cynicism masquerading as populism or traditionalism. The episode is both a summoning for conservative unity around Judeo-Christian values and a robust defense of faith, freedom, and ethical clarity in turbulent times.