Real America’s Voice – America Fest 2025, Day 3, December 20th, 2025 (Part 1)

Live from Phoenix, AZ | Hosts: Bo Davidson, Ben Berkwam, Brian Glenn (“The Killer Bees”)

Episode Overview

This episode provides live coverage from Day 3 of America Fest 2025, Turning Point USA’s signature event. With the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk looming over the conservative movement, this episode centers on his legacy, the state of the America First movement, cultural challenges, the importance of faith, reflections from grassroots attendees, and interviews with key political figures and activists. The episode has a distinct tone of revival and resolve, emphasizing unity, individual engagement, and continued cultural and political action.

1. Setting the Stage: The Spirit of AmFest After Charlie Kirk

• [12:10] The hosts ("Killer Bees": Bo, Ben, and Brian) discuss expectations for the atmosphere, with Ben describing the unexpected energy and unity given the loss of a movement leader.
  • “These are like family reunions. It’s just one of our family members, the leader of the movement, died, got assassinated... But his spirit is here.” – Ben Berkwam
• [15:00] Emphasis on the vibrancy and resilience of the conservative grassroots, with faith and American values at the core.
• Event features prominent speakers (e.g., Vice President J.D. Vance, Erica Kirk, Steve Bannon, Jack Posobiec) and a "Next Man Up" rallying cry.

2. Reflections on Charlie Kirk’s Legacy and the Conservative Spirit

• [15:55-17:40] Ben Berkwam reflects on Charlie Kirk’s influence and on the revival sparked after his assassination:
  • “His death launched a revival. And you really can't call it a revival yet. It launched a faith movement… The devil came in and you started seeing the two things I always warn against: division and distraction.”
• Candor regarding internal disputes and challenges (Candace Owens, infighting), stressing unity and keeping focus on the “arena of ideas.”
• The role of faith as the foundation for any lasting revival or cultural change.
  • “Our primary focus needs to be the gospel. And then everything else grows from that.” – Ben Berkwam

3. Faith, Inspiration, and Revival

• [19:30-21:00] Brian, Ben, and Bo discuss how personal faith, restoration, and messages from leaders like Dr. Ben Carson and Lance Wallnau shape the event’s tone.
• The hosts recount their own faith journeys, the importance of prayer, and "starting the day with thanksgiving."
• [22:06] Ben leads a public prayer for the movement and nation:
  • “Lord, we bring this day to you… We pray against the principalities and powers of darkness… Let us be light in Jesus’ name.” – Ben Berkwam

4. Grassroots Voices – Attendees Share Their Why

[27:00-43:00]

Kimberly (Unite for Freedom, MI)

• Election integrity as the “bottom line of everything we're dealing with.”
• “If we don’t have sovereign borders and we don’t have sovereign elections, we don’t have a country.”
• Urges prayer and action, and references unite4freedom.com

Maybelle (Young Attendee)

• Eight-year-old shares nervous excitement, admires President Trump:
  • “He’s the best president! Amen.”

High School Turning Point Chapter Leaders (FL)

• Inspired by Kirk’s legacy to start a chapter post-assassination.
• Discuss mixed reactions at school—both support and resistance—but stress the need for young people to form strong opinions and reject indoctrination.

Alina & AJ Yvette (”Real Auntie Tom”)

• Alina recounts the shock of Kirk’s death and the impact on her own willingness to speak out as a conservative college student.
  • “Knowing that [Kirk] was killed for speaking up... If I speak out now, will I be killed?”
• AJ Yvette reflects on the importance of gathering with like-minded people for ‘recharge’ and activism, especially as a Black conservative in a blue city.

Randy Barber & Legal Immigrant’s Testimony

• Randy recounts efforts to expose “suppressed truths” in election integrity and urges engagement with legislators.
• Legal immigrant/Army veteran (29 years service) insists on the duty of new arrivals to serve and respect the country:
  • “If you want to come to this country... go and just raise your right hand and volunteer to become [a U.S. soldier]... Don’t burn our flag.”

5. Congressional and Candidate Interviews

[47:00–1:04:00]

Rep. Mike Collins (GA-10, Senate Candidate)

• Affordability, jobs for young people, and “America First” messaging highlighted as electoral priorities.
• On election reforms:
  • “We fixed a lot of our problems there in the state of Georgia... cleaned up voter rolls, got rid of those stupid drop boxes, we quit mailing out absentee ballots to everybody and their pets.”
• Calls for constituent engagement and accountability—“Nothing happens in DC until the American people demand it.”

Brett Jensen (TX-8 Candidate)

• Focus on “defending capitalism” and “supporting the President.”
• Critiques representatives who talk "Trump/MAGA" but don't vote accordingly; references Liberty Scorecard for accountability.
• Discusses the decline of free-market values even at institutions like University of Chicago.

6. Justice, J6, and Demanding Accountability

[1:22:00–1:30:00]

Trentis Evans (Host, "The Case for America")

• Documentary “The Sleeping Giant” and song “Anthem of the Free” highlight continued activism around January 6.
• Critiques perceived DOJ inaction and balancing the demand for quick results with realism and persistence.
• Audience collectively demands full release and prosecution of names linked to the Jeffrey Epstein files:
  • “Every single person on that list needs to be exposed. They need to be called out... prosecuted” – Ben Berkwam [1:28:40]

7. On Stage: Honoring Charlie Kirk and Carrying the Torch

[1:34:00+]

Montage of Charlie Kirk’s Legacy & Standout Quotes

• Kirk’s reflection:
  • “We are in a generational battle right now... what our founding fathers gave to us could easily be lost if we don’t make the proper choices...”
• Erica Kirk’s message:
  • “After Charlie’s assassination, we didn’t see violence... we saw revival.”
  • “The martyr dies and his rule has just begun.”

Pierre Wilson (Head of TPUSA Rise)

• Shares journey from “crazy lefty” (BLM marcher) to faith-filled conservative activist.
• Launches new department TPUSA Rise—to strengthen families particularly in minority communities:
  • “Where the left built dependency, Rise will build leaders. Where the left profits from division, Rise will build unity... Rise will spread the gospel.”

Brandon Tatum (Keynote) [1:49:00+]

• Focuses on leadership, faith, marriage, and carrying out Kirk’s legacy:
  • “To save this country, you gotta fight. To save this country, you have to have integrity. To save this country, you have to be loyal.”
• Urges men to take up their biblical mantle; importance of marrying a supportive spouse; encouragement not to rush but to prepare for purpose.
• Speaks candidly to the young:
  • “The biggest flex in America for a man is for your wife not to have to work... But your wife should not have to work. Your wife should be able to stay home with the kids if that's what she wants to do.”
• Concludes with unwavering resolve:
  • “They may be able to kill the body, but they cannot kill the legacy. They tried to kill Jesus... but it only made the movement stronger. Just like Charlie Kirk.”

8. Memorable Quotes & Moments

• “The beauty of conservatism is we don’t group think. We allow people to think for themselves and speak for themselves, and we compete in the arena of ideas.” – Ben Berkwam [16:00]
• “His death launched a revival... It launched a faith movement... But you can’t stop what God is doing.” – Ben Berkwam [17:28]
• “Our primary focus needs to be the gospel. And then everything else grows from that.” – Ben Berkwam [20:28]
• “You can choose to be miserable or you can choose to be joyful every day. Wake up, be thankful.” – Bo Davidson [23:18]
• “If we don’t have sovereign borders and we don’t have sovereign elections, we don’t have a country.” – Kimberly, MI [28:15]
• “I used to think that political figures changed my life, but after years I realized it was nothing short of Christ that changed my life.” – Pierre Wilson [1:39:15]
• “To save this country, you have to have integrity... We do it because we came here to win.” – Brandon Tatum [1:49:18]
• “They tried to kill Jesus… but it only made the movement stronger. Just like Charlie Kirk.” – Brandon Tatum [1:57:50]

9. Episode Timeline (Timestamps)

| Time | Segment Highlights | |----------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------| | 12:10 | Show opens, reflections on the energy of AmFest post-Charlie Kirk | | 15:55+ | Berkwam on the revival and divisions after Kirk’s death | | 19:30 | Discussion on faith, event speakers, and cultural strategy | | 22:06 | Ben Berkwam leads a prayer | | 27:00+ | Attendee interviews (Kimberly, Maybelle, student leaders) | | 47:00+ | Rep. Mike Collins (GA) interview (elections, affordability, Congress) | | 1:04:00 | Brett Jensen (TX-8) on capitalism and campaign priorities | | 1:22:00 | Trentis Evans (Case for America) – J6, DOJ, justice, Epstein docs | | 1:34:00+ | Main stage: Tribute to Charlie Kirk, Erica Kirk; TPUSA RISE launch | | 1:49:00+ | Brandon Tatum keynote: Faith, leadership, and carrying the legacy |

10. Concluding Theme

America Fest 2025, Day 3 is defined by the consolidation of Kirk’s vision—transforming tragedy into collective action. The grassroots movement exudes determination to defend faith, family, and constitutional ideals. From young students to veteran congressmen, the show pulses with the message: the fight for truth, culture, and American values continues—“They may take the leader, but they cannot kill the movement.”

For more information and event footage, visit Real America’s Voice and Turning Point USA.