Rick Wilson's The Enemies List

Episode: Kash's Chaos Meets FCC Control
Date: September 19, 2025
Host: Rick Wilson
Produced by: Black Pearl Studios

Brief Overview

In this fiery episode of The Enemies List, Rick Wilson spotlights two new adversaries to American democracy: FCC Chairman Brendan Carr and controversial former FBI Director Kash Patel. Wilson uncovers what he sees as their efforts to suppress the free press and cover up key scandals, particularly the unfolding Epstein files drama. Through scathing critique, revealing audio clips, and trademark acerbic commentary, Rick rallies listeners to vigilance and resistance against creeping censorship and government overreach.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Brendan Carr and FCC Overreach (00:43–10:19)

Carr’s Push for Media Control (00:43–05:00)

Rick’s Accusation: Brendan Carr, as FCC head, is accused of pressuring major networks (Disney, ABC, CBS) to toe the Trump administration’s political line. Carr is allegedly pushing for networks to hire “ideological overlords” aligned with Trump’s agenda.
Highlight: Carr is labeled the architect behind Project 2025’s section on media control. Wilson frames this as a coordinated MAGA assault on the First Amendment.
On Free Speech: Wilson contrasts Carr’s claims of supporting free speech with his current actions.

“Brendan Carr is a guy who once upon a time talked a big game about free speech. And now... free speech is for them, not for us, not for you, not for me.” (Rick, 01:46)

First Amendment Warnings & Call to Action (05:01–08:45)

Deep Concern: Wilson warns that Carr is using regulatory threats to force media compliance, threatening to criminalize dissent and effectively censor voices critical of Trump or Project 2025.
Personal Stand:

“Come and take it, motherfucker. And he will try. He will try to silence people, he will try to break people, he will try to get people thrown off the air… This is not an area the FCC gets to regulate. They will try because they are trying to do a very, very quick end run around one of the most fundamental things in this country.” (Rick, 01:46–05:14)
Encouragement to Independent Media: Wilson urges independent journalists and creators to resist, predicting that new media platforms will soon face similar pressure.

Corporate Complicity & Political Gamesmanship (08:46–10:01)

On Media Companies: Disney and CBS are criticized for capitulating to government pressure. Wilson suggests activist hearings and oversight when Democrats regain power.

“If you start dragging their CEOs and Brendan Carr through the public eye... there is going to be damage to their shareholder value.” (Rick, 06:49)
Market-Based Action: Wilson advises listeners to research and target advertisers on right-wing local TV stations as a form of protest.

Summary of Carr’s Threat (10:01–10:19)

Declaration:

“Almost nothing I can think of more loathsome, more horrifying, more worthy of being placed in a very high position on the enemy's list... than a fundamental assault on the First Amendment...” (Rick, 10:01)

2. Kash Patel, Epstein Cover-up, and Congressional Meltdown (12:41–21:39)

Patel Under Fire — Congressional Hearings (12:41–16:03)

The Set-Up: Wilson shifts focus to Kash Patel, labeling him “one of the guys in charge of the Epstein cover-up” and “the single worst FBI director in history.”

Audio Clip: A tense Congressional exchange reveals Patel evasive about whether Trump was named in the Epstein files:

F: Did you tell the Attorney General that Donald Trump's name is in the Epstein files?  
G: And we have released where President Trump.  
F: Is in the name.  
B: It's a simple question.  
F: Did you tell the Attorney General that the President's name is in the Epstein files?  
G: ...No.  
F: You have not answered it. And we will take your evasiveness as a consciousness of guilt.  
G: Stop that.

(Congressional Hearing, 13:30–15:01)

Rick’s Analysis: Wilson skewers Patel’s “flailing, hissy-fit, shit show” meltdown, arguing it further incriminates him and heightens suspicions of a cover-up.

Performance and Fallout (16:03–18:40)

Political Damage: Patel is lambasted for his TV theatrics and lack of credibility, with Rick dubbing him “a bad on TV performer.”

“It’s because he looks dishonest... He knew a lot more about the [Epstein] matter than he wanted to confess.” (Rick, 16:10)
Republican Discontent: Wilson notes even GOP committee members struggled to defend Patel.

Pam Bondi, Patel, and DOJ Turmoil (18:40–20:41)

Pam Bondi Clip: Bondi’s infamous comment:

"There's free speech and then there's hate speech and there is no place, especially... now, especially after what happened to Charlie... we will absolutely target you, go after you if you are targeting anyone with hate speech." (Pam Bondi, 18:40–19:03)
MAGA Infighting: Reports swirl of Patel and Bondi plotting against each other in an effort to secure their positions within Trump’s circle.

Trump’s Dilemma — Who To Fire? (20:41–21:39)

Attack Ad Excerpt:

"Oh, it’s an old trick. The president in trouble at home goes abroad to change the subject. Nice try, Donald. It’s not working. You can’t hide from the Epstein files… Why don’t you fire them, Donald? Is it that they know too much? Are you afraid they'll talk?" (Ad, 20:41)
Rick’s Conclusion: Any firing among Bondi, Patel, or Dan Bongino (“Bongo”) could spell disaster for Trump given what they know about the inner workings of the Epstein investigation.
Final Condemnation:

“He is a liar. He is utterly corrupt. He is Trump’s errand boy... he’s fundamentally a disrespectful little shitbird… When you are sitting before the United States Senate… you are obliged… to show deference and respect. Patel thinks he’s still on a fucking podcast.” (Rick, 21:21)
Summary of Patel’s Failings: Patel is blasted for mishandling the Charlie Kirk investigation and for disrespect and incompetence before Congress.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Rick on Carr’s Hypocrisy:

“Come and take it, motherfucker.” (Rick, 01:46)
On Journalistic Protection:

“The First Amendment is the only amendment and the only thing in the Constitution that's particularly protected one profession, and that was journalism, that was the free press.” (Rick, 08:30)
On MAGA Media Paranoia:

“The media is now owned by a large group of Trump aligned, pro Trump, pro maga, pro Republican organizations, qed, everything. Brendan Carr is the handmaiden of that and he's a conspirator in this.” (Rick, 09:27)
On Patel’s Congressional Performance:

“It’s because he looks dishonest. He is a guy whose eyes are rolling around the stage the whole time he's there. He's always got these weird tells and you understand why. He knew a lot more about the FC matter than he wanted to confess." (Rick, 16:10)
Rick’s Summation of Threats:

“Almost nothing I can think of more loathsome… than a fundamental assault on the First Amendment in this country. And Brendan Carr has earned a place on the enemies list.” (Rick, 10:01)

Essential Timestamps

| Segment | Timestamp | |---------------------------------------|--------------| | Carr's rise and media pressure | 00:43–05:30 | | Wilson’s First Amendment analysis | 05:30–08:45 | | Final case against Carr | 08:46–10:19 | | Patel’s Congressional grilling | 12:41–15:28 | | Analysis of Patel's meltdown | 16:03–18:40 | | Bondi hate speech clip & fallout | 18:40–19:03 | | Trump/Patel/Bondi cover-up ad | 20:41–21:39 | | Rick's closing condemnations | 21:21–21:39 |

Tone & Style

Rick’s delivery is sharp, confrontational, and saturated with snark and expletives. His tone oscillates between dead-serious warnings and sardonic, meme-infused jabs—particularly at targets he deems dangers to American democracy.

For Listeners Who Haven’t Tuned In

This episode is a full-throated alarm bell about creeping authoritarianism and media manipulation under a second Trump regime. Rick Wilson pulls no punches in describing the ongoing threats to free expression, shining a harsh light on the officials he believes are orchestrating this dramatic backslide. If you're concerned about democracy, transparency, and the state of American media, “Kash's Chaos Meets FCC Control” is essential listening—and Rick will make sure you know exactly where he stands.

Rick Wilson's The Enemies List

Episode: Kash's Chaos Meets FCC Control
Date: September 19, 2025
Host: Rick Wilson
Produced by: Black Pearl Studios

Brief Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Brendan Carr and FCC Overreach (00:43–10:19)

Carr’s Push for Media Control (00:43–05:00)

Rick’s Accusation: Brendan Carr, as FCC head, is accused of pressuring major networks (Disney, ABC, CBS) to toe the Trump administration’s political line. Carr is allegedly pushing for networks to hire “ideological overlords” aligned with Trump’s agenda.
Highlight: Carr is labeled the architect behind Project 2025’s section on media control. Wilson frames this as a coordinated MAGA assault on the First Amendment.
On Free Speech: Wilson contrasts Carr’s claims of supporting free speech with his current actions.

“Brendan Carr is a guy who once upon a time talked a big game about free speech. And now... free speech is for them, not for us, not for you, not for me.” (Rick, 01:46)

First Amendment Warnings & Call to Action (05:01–08:45)

Deep Concern: Wilson warns that Carr is using regulatory threats to force media compliance, threatening to criminalize dissent and effectively censor voices critical of Trump or Project 2025.
Personal Stand:

“Come and take it, motherfucker. And he will try. He will try to silence people, he will try to break people, he will try to get people thrown off the air… This is not an area the FCC gets to regulate. They will try because they are trying to do a very, very quick end run around one of the most fundamental things in this country.” (Rick, 01:46–05:14)
Encouragement to Independent Media: Wilson urges independent journalists and creators to resist, predicting that new media platforms will soon face similar pressure.

Corporate Complicity & Political Gamesmanship (08:46–10:01)

On Media Companies: Disney and CBS are criticized for capitulating to government pressure. Wilson suggests activist hearings and oversight when Democrats regain power.

“If you start dragging their CEOs and Brendan Carr through the public eye... there is going to be damage to their shareholder value.” (Rick, 06:49)
Market-Based Action: Wilson advises listeners to research and target advertisers on right-wing local TV stations as a form of protest.

Summary of Carr’s Threat (10:01–10:19)

Declaration:

“Almost nothing I can think of more loathsome, more horrifying, more worthy of being placed in a very high position on the enemy's list... than a fundamental assault on the First Amendment...” (Rick, 10:01)

2. Kash Patel, Epstein Cover-up, and Congressional Meltdown (12:41–21:39)

Patel Under Fire — Congressional Hearings (12:41–16:03)

The Set-Up: Wilson shifts focus to Kash Patel, labeling him “one of the guys in charge of the Epstein cover-up” and “the single worst FBI director in history.”

Audio Clip: A tense Congressional exchange reveals Patel evasive about whether Trump was named in the Epstein files:

F: Did you tell the Attorney General that Donald Trump's name is in the Epstein files?  
G: And we have released where President Trump.  
F: Is in the name.  
B: It's a simple question.  
F: Did you tell the Attorney General that the President's name is in the Epstein files?  
G: ...No.  
F: You have not answered it. And we will take your evasiveness as a consciousness of guilt.  
G: Stop that.

(Congressional Hearing, 13:30–15:01)

Rick’s Analysis: Wilson skewers Patel’s “flailing, hissy-fit, shit show” meltdown, arguing it further incriminates him and heightens suspicions of a cover-up.

Performance and Fallout (16:03–18:40)

Political Damage: Patel is lambasted for his TV theatrics and lack of credibility, with Rick dubbing him “a bad on TV performer.”

“It’s because he looks dishonest... He knew a lot more about the [Epstein] matter than he wanted to confess.” (Rick, 16:10)
Republican Discontent: Wilson notes even GOP committee members struggled to defend Patel.

Pam Bondi, Patel, and DOJ Turmoil (18:40–20:41)

Pam Bondi Clip: Bondi’s infamous comment:

"There's free speech and then there's hate speech and there is no place, especially... now, especially after what happened to Charlie... we will absolutely target you, go after you if you are targeting anyone with hate speech." (Pam Bondi, 18:40–19:03)
MAGA Infighting: Reports swirl of Patel and Bondi plotting against each other in an effort to secure their positions within Trump’s circle.

Trump’s Dilemma — Who To Fire? (20:41–21:39)

Attack Ad Excerpt:

"Oh, it’s an old trick. The president in trouble at home goes abroad to change the subject. Nice try, Donald. It’s not working. You can’t hide from the Epstein files… Why don’t you fire them, Donald? Is it that they know too much? Are you afraid they'll talk?" (Ad, 20:41)
Rick’s Conclusion: Any firing among Bondi, Patel, or Dan Bongino (“Bongo”) could spell disaster for Trump given what they know about the inner workings of the Epstein investigation.
Final Condemnation:

“He is a liar. He is utterly corrupt. He is Trump’s errand boy... he’s fundamentally a disrespectful little shitbird… When you are sitting before the United States Senate… you are obliged… to show deference and respect. Patel thinks he’s still on a fucking podcast.” (Rick, 21:21)
Summary of Patel’s Failings: Patel is blasted for mishandling the Charlie Kirk investigation and for disrespect and incompetence before Congress.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Rick on Carr’s Hypocrisy:

“Come and take it, motherfucker.” (Rick, 01:46)
On Journalistic Protection:

“The First Amendment is the only amendment and the only thing in the Constitution that's particularly protected one profession, and that was journalism, that was the free press.” (Rick, 08:30)
On MAGA Media Paranoia:

“The media is now owned by a large group of Trump aligned, pro Trump, pro maga, pro Republican organizations, qed, everything. Brendan Carr is the handmaiden of that and he's a conspirator in this.” (Rick, 09:27)
On Patel’s Congressional Performance:

“It’s because he looks dishonest. He is a guy whose eyes are rolling around the stage the whole time he's there. He's always got these weird tells and you understand why. He knew a lot more about the FC matter than he wanted to confess." (Rick, 16:10)
Rick’s Summation of Threats:

“Almost nothing I can think of more loathsome… than a fundamental assault on the First Amendment in this country. And Brendan Carr has earned a place on the enemies list.” (Rick, 10:01)

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Summary

Rick Wilson's The Enemies List

Brief Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Brendan Carr and FCC Overreach (00:43–10:19)

Carr’s Push for Media Control (00:43–05:00)

First Amendment Warnings & Call to Action (05:01–08:45)

Corporate Complicity & Political Gamesmanship (08:46–10:01)

Summary of Carr’s Threat (10:01–10:19)

2. Kash Patel, Epstein Cover-up, and Congressional Meltdown (12:41–21:39)

Patel Under Fire — Congressional Hearings (12:41–16:03)

Performance and Fallout (16:03–18:40)

Pam Bondi, Patel, and DOJ Turmoil (18:40–20:41)

Trump’s Dilemma — Who To Fire? (20:41–21:39)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Essential Timestamps

Tone & Style

For Listeners Who Haven’t Tuned In

Summary

Rick Wilson's The Enemies List

Brief Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Brendan Carr and FCC Overreach (00:43–10:19)

Carr’s Push for Media Control (00:43–05:00)

First Amendment Warnings & Call to Action (05:01–08:45)

Corporate Complicity & Political Gamesmanship (08:46–10:01)

Summary of Carr’s Threat (10:01–10:19)

2. Kash Patel, Epstein Cover-up, and Congressional Meltdown (12:41–21:39)

Patel Under Fire — Congressional Hearings (12:41–16:03)

Performance and Fallout (16:03–18:40)

Pam Bondi, Patel, and DOJ Turmoil (18:40–20:41)

Trump’s Dilemma — Who To Fire? (20:41–21:39)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Essential Timestamps

Tone & Style

For Listeners Who Haven’t Tuned In