Spot On with Link Lauren

Episode: Link Lauren Reacts to the Tragic Assassination of Charlie Kirk

Date: September 11, 2025
Host: MK Media

Episode Overview

This episode is an emotional and immediate reaction from Link Lauren to the assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk in Utah. Speaking candidly to his audience after taking some time alone, Link Lauren reflects on Charlie Kirk’s influence, the rise of political violence in America, and the personal grief felt by many in the conservative movement. The episode serves as both a tribute to Kirk and an impassioned call for unity and resilience amid turbulent times.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Initial Reaction and Personal Grief (00:00–02:00)

• Link Lauren opens by describing his need to process the news alone before reaching out to his audience.
• Expresses heartfelt condolences to Charlie Kirk’s family, particularly his young children.
  • Quote: “These kids are. Are babies who will never know their father.” (00:45)
• Acknowledges the emotional weight on himself and his listeners, addressing those who may be processing the tragedy alone.

2. Charlie Kirk’s Influence and Personal Connection (02:00–03:30)

• Reflects on being interviewed by Kirk on Fox and considers it a career milestone.
  • Quote: “I remember jumping around my kitchen. I called my mom. I was so excited. I said, I’m gonna be on a show with Charlie Kirk, and he wants to talk to me.” (01:30)
• Speaks to Kirk's significant role in motivating young conservatives.
• Emphasizes Kirk’s leadership in promoting “common sense” and “saving Western civilization.”

3. Context of Rising Political Violence (03:30–07:00)

• Analyzes the assassination as a continuation of escalating political violence targeting right-wing figures:
  • Kirk in Utah.
  • Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania (referencing the July 13, 2025, attempt).
  • Earlier attacks (e.g., Ryan Ruth's trial in Florida).
• Critiques the left and media for being "shocked" despite a pattern of increasing violence.
  • Quote: “I am not shocked, because we have seen political violence and political extremism go up and. And up and up the last few years from the left toward the right.” (02:50)
• Argues left-wing rhetoric against conservatives has contributed to this environment.
  • Quote: “The folks on the left, they want to act shocked after calling us Hitler, fake fascist, Nazis, threats to democracy. That’s what they’ve called the right for years, for simply wanting secure borders in a country that works.” (04:10)
• Shares that Kirk himself had warned about politicized violence on social media in prior posts.

4. Message of Resilience (07:00–09:00)

• Asserts that assassinations cannot stop the broader “movement” Kirk inspired.
  • Quote: “You cannot stop a movement with a bullet. You just can’t do it. They tried it with President Trump. They’re trying to stop the movement Charlie Kirk created. People are going to come together stronger and louder to fight for the soul of this nation.” (07:10)
• Frames the division in the U.S. as not simply political, but existential: those who love the country vs. those who want to destroy it.

5. Tribute to Charlie Kirk’s Legacy (09:00–10:30)

• Describes Kirk as a “once in a generation talent” instrumental to conservative youth engagement.
  • Quote: “There will never be another like him. He was probably going to be President of the United States someday.” (09:40)
• Connects Kirk’s death to a lineage of political martyrs (JFK, RFK).
• Encourages listeners to "carry the torch" forward and maintain Kirk's ideals.

6. Closing Thoughts and Community Support (10:30–12:00)

• Speaks directly to listeners, acknowledging their pain and encouraging connection with loved ones.
  • Quote: “So please go and kiss and hold your loved ones. And if you live alone today, on a day like this, I am thinking about you and I’m with you.” (10:50)
• Shares podcast-related news: decision to postpone a pre-recorded episode out of respect for the tragedy.
• Expresses ongoing commitment to his audience.
  • Quote: “I want you guys to know that I love you too and I will be here.” (11:50)

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• “These kids are. Are babies who will never know their father.” (00:45)
• “I remember jumping around my kitchen. I called my mom. I was so excited.” (01:30)
• “I am not shocked, because we have seen political violence and political extremism go up and. And up and up the last few years from the left toward the right.” (02:50)
• “The folks on the left, they want to act shocked after calling us Hitler, fake fascist, Nazis, threats to democracy.” (04:10)
• “You cannot stop a movement with a bullet. You just can’t do it.” (07:10)
• “Charlie Kirk, there will never be another like him. He was probably going to be President of the United States someday.” (09:40)
• “So please go and kiss and hold your loved ones. And if you live alone today, on a day like this, I am thinking about you and I’m with you.” (10:50)
• “I love you all. I will be here in the next few days.” (11:45)

Important Timestamps

• 00:00–02:00 — Emotional opening and reaction to the news
• 02:00–03:30 — Personal story: meeting and being interviewed by Charlie Kirk
• 03:30–07:00 — Analysis of political violence and media reactions
• 07:00–09:00 — Rallying message: a movement can't be stopped by violence
• 09:00–10:30 — Tribute to Kirk’s impact and legacy
• 10:30–12:00 — Support for listeners, update on the show, and closing words

Conclusion

This episode of Spot On is a deeply personal, raw reflection on Charlie Kirk’s assassination and its broader implications for political discourse and activism in America. Link Lauren’s message to his audience is one of grief, warning, and steadfast resolve: that the ideals and community Kirk fostered will endure, and the fight for those ideals must go on.