Spot On with Link Lauren

Episode: Ellen DeGeneres Virtue Signals To Protesters, Jasmine Crockett's Bizarre Drag Appearance, Kamala’s Malibu Mansion, and Meghan Markle’s Latest Scam
Date: January 19, 2026
Host: Link Lauren (MK Media)

Episode Overview

In this episode, Link Lauren tackles the week’s most discussed political and entertainment stories with his signature blend of biting humor and straight talk. Highlights include Link’s takes on Jasmine Crockett’s drag show support, Kamala Harris’s luxury real estate purchase, Ellen DeGeneres’s attempt at political commentary, the trans women in sports Supreme Court debate, and Meghan Markle's latest attempt at entrepreneurship. The episode finishes with a spirited discussion on gender roles in relationships, all delivered with Link’s no-nonsense attitude and conversational, interactive style.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Jasmine Crockett’s Drag Appearance: “Crockett’s Corner”

[03:30–07:50]

• Background: Jasmine Crockett is shown at a Houston event with local drag queens, notably Rachel Bitch Face. Crockett claims to be a true champion of the LGBTQIA community and frames her participation as sincere, not political.
  • Quote (Jasmine Crockett, 03:30):

    “I want y’all to know that this isn’t a campaign ploy. I want you to understand that you can have a champion and we can still win. I have been a champion for the LGBTQIA community.”

• Link’s Take:
  • Supports drag shows in adult venues but draws the line at drag for children.
  • Believes Crockett’s campaign is based on “identity politics” and accuses her of lacking substantive policies.
  • Mocks her slurring and “messy” appearance, joking that “Crockett, Ms. Clockett,” sounds better.
    • Quote (Link Lauren, 04:08):

      “Nobody has a problem with drag queens being out at nightclubs at night... The only reason conservatives... have issues is when they go and read to little children, or do provocative, inappropriate dances for young kids.”

2. Kamala Harris Buys a Malibu Mansion

[07:50–10:00]

• Story: Kamala Harris and husband Doug buy an $8 million estate in Malibu after her presidential campaign fails.
  • Features: 4,000 sq ft, exclusive beachfront access.
• Link’s Analysis:
  • Questions how she affords it after “losing $2 billion in 107 days.”
  • Suggests money is misused, comparing to “Somalian fraud.”
  • Claims Democrats “fail upwards,” always rewarded despite failure (book deals, praise).
    • Quote (Link Lauren, 09:11):

      “Liberals get to fail upwards all the time. Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton... They can lose elections, fail miserably, and continue to get millions of dollars... Republicans don't get that.”

3. Ellen DeGeneres and Virtue Signaling

[10:28–13:35]

• Setup: Ellen posts an Instagram video supporting Minnesota protesters, referencing her last stand-up special being filmed there.
  • Quote (Ellen DeGeneres, 10:28):

    “I just wanted to say I am so sorry for what is happening in Minneapolis and... proud of everyone who’s protesting peacefully... just sending love.”

• Link’s Reaction:
  • Ridicules Ellen for “virtue signaling from her mansion,” calling the video “live from the asylum.”
  • Criticizes celebrity engagement in politics, saying celebrities are out of touch with working Americans.
    • Quote (Link Lauren, 11:17):

      “I don’t need to hear from a rich, wealthy woman who lives in a gated community about immigration or ICE... She looks like she's been through war.”

    • Quote (Link Lauren, 12:14):

      “Whenever these celebrities chime in on these social issues, it just makes me laugh because we don't need to hear from you at all.”

4. The Supreme Court: Men in Women’s Sports

[14:34–20:05]

• Context: Supreme Court debating transgender participation in women’s sports; plays a clip from Riley Gaines.
  • Quote (Riley Gaines, 14:34):

    “We are fighting for the bare minimum here... Can we allow ourselves to be vulnerable in an intimate area like a locker room without having to fear a man walking into that space?”

• Link’s View:
  • Calls the debate “absurd” in 2026, questions why society is having trouble defining male and female.
  • Says real feminism is being undermined by left-wing policies enabling “grown men coming in and taking spots from girls.”
• Celebrity Response: Plays a D-list celebrity ACLU PSA supporting trans athletes.
  • Quote (Anonymous Celebrity, 16:50):

    “Supporting trans youth isn’t just about sports. It’s about freedom on and off the field.”

• Link’s Response:
  • Empathy for trans kids is fine, but “protecting women and girls should come first.”
  • Mocks the selection of “D-list” celebrities.
  • Heavy Critique of Democratic Politicians:
    • Calls Gavin Newsom “a snake” for flip-flopping on these issues in recent podcast appearances.
    • Praises Trump’s honesty in contrast.
    • Quote (Link Lauren, 20:05):

      “President Trump... is going to tell you exactly what he thinks. Gavin Newsom... we don't know where he stands... He is a snake.”

5. Meghan Markle’s “Scam” Bookmark & Three-Ring Circus

[25:57–33:00]

• Story: Harry and Meghan celebrate their 10-year anniversary with a social media post allegedly filmed by their four-year-old.
  • Link is skeptical of “public displays” of happiness, comments on their estrangement from the Royal Family.
    • Quote (Link Lauren, 26:56):

      “I’m always skeptical of these couples who have to constantly show their love on social media... Are you really that happy?”

• Bookmark Business: Meghan Markle launches (and “sells out” of) an $18 bookmark with her handwriting that says “Fell asleep here.”
  • Quote (Link Lauren, 29:40):

    “No one needs to buy a fancy bookmark. You can fold a page over, stick a receipt in there... Who is buying a Meghan Markle bookmark?”

  • Accuses Meghan of faking “sold out” status and being a failed Martha Stewart/Gwyneth Paltrow.
  • Suggests the couple are now “alone in California selling bookmarks,” having squandered global influence.
    • Quote (Link Lauren, 32:10):

      “You have to know when you have it good... Meghan Markle, she is her own inner saboteur.”

6. Gender Roles in Marriage – Viral Reddit Debate

[35:33–41:16]

• Situation: A Reddit post goes viral where a husband complains his stay-at-home wife expects him to do 50% of housework after his 40-hour workweek.
  • Quote (Husband’s Reddit Post, paraphrased, 35:40):

    “She expects me to do 50% of the household labor... I handle 100% of the finances and maintenance... She thinks her mental load is more than mine, but I disagree.”

• Audience Engagement:
  • Asks listeners to weigh in: Should a stay-at-home spouse do most housework?
  • Argues most women he spoke to agree the at-home partner should manage most chores unless the family is wealthy enough for hired help.
    • Quote (Link Lauren, 36:40):

      “If the woman is not working... and the man is the total sole income provider, she probably should be doing the bulk of the housework.”

• Final Thoughts:
  • Warns against “nagging” and sees need for unwinding time after work.
  • Invites further comments and stories from listeners.

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• On Drag Shows and Politics:

  “We want her running for Senate because it’s entertaining. But I wouldn’t trust her to, like, watch my dog.” (Link Lauren, 05:42)

• On Kamala Harris’s New Mansion:

  “Was that money being moved into her coffers? Was it going into LLCs that were somehow rooted back to her? All Democrats know is fraud and scamming, right?” (Link Lauren, 08:30)

• On Ellen DeGeneres’s Current State:

  “She looks like she’s been through war... We don’t need rich celebrities actually chiming in on these issues.” (Link Lauren, 11:17)

• On Trans Issues in Sports:

  “Have we all slipped into another dimension where we don’t understand that men and women have biological differences? It’s absolutely nuts.” (Link Lauren, 17:32)

• On Meghan Markle’s Business Ventures:

  “She’s selling a bookmark. She is selling a bookmark. Something you cannot make up.” (Link Lauren, 31:00)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Crockett’s Drag Event & Commentary – 03:30–07:50
• Kamala Harris Malibu Mansion Analysis – 07:50–10:00
• Ellen DeGeneres Protest Video & Celebrity Activism Critique – 10:28–13:35
• Supreme Court — Men in Women’s Sports Debate & Riley Gaines Clip – 14:34–20:05
• Gavin Newsom’s Waffling on Trans Issues – 19:12–22:42
• Harry & Meghan Anniversary / Meghan’s Bookmark Business – 25:57–33:00
• Reddit Relationship Viral Post (Gender Roles In Housework) – 35:33–41:16

Tone & Style Notes

• Direct, sometimes biting, with sharp humor and plenty of skepticism.
• Conversational: Frequently asks listeners for opinions, especially on relationships.
• Pop culture savvy: References celebrities, reality TV, and social trends.
• Strong opinions: No hesitation to call out hypocrisy or what he sees as political/celebrity nonsense.

Summary for First-Time Listeners

Link Lauren’s show offers rapid-fire commentary on headlines at the intersection of politics and pop culture. In this episode, he dismantles the week’s most viral moments—drag queens on the campaign trail, celebrity mansion buys, virtue-signaling social media posts, and ill-advised royal product launches—while keeping things real, unfiltered, and engaging. The episode’s final relationship segment brings in real-life debate, inviting audience opinion, and leaving listeners with plenty to contemplate—and, as ever, to comment on.