The Benny Show – November 26, 2025

Episode Overview

This pre-Thanksgiving episode of The Benny Show, hosted by Benny Johnson, is packed with high-energy commentary, humor, and breaking news on high-stakes political and cultural topics. The episode’s centerpiece is a major update—direct from FBI Director Kash Patel—on the long-unsolved January 6th pipe bomber case, with significant hints of a forthcoming breakthrough. The show also features spirited interviews with Corey Lewandowski, Don Brown, and Pastor Joe Harris, touching on Trump-era Thanksgiving traditions, GOP politics, law enforcement accountability, immigration enforcement, the Charlie Kirk assassination case, and advice for spiritual peace going into the holidays.

Key Segments & Timestamp Guide

• [00:02] Thanksgiving opener & show preview
• [05:47] Patriotic Christmas ornaments & entrepreneurship
• [07:05] Trump’s White House turkey pardons (humor)
• [16:23] January 6th Pipe Bomber case update—deep dive
• [27:51] Kash Patel’s new announcement: “Breakthrough… Stay tuned”
• [47:52] Corey Lewandowski interview—transparency, trust, and major investigations
• [81:05] Don Brown interview—military law and “Seditious Six”
• [100:25] Pastor Joe Harris—spiritual preparation for Thanksgiving/Christmas

Main Themes & Highlights

Thanksgiving, Patriotism, and Trump-Era Traditions

Benny Johnson starts with high-spirited Thanksgiving banter, weaving in Trump’s classic humor at the turkey pardon ceremony and touting his own line of patriotic Christmas ornaments made by U.S. veterans.

“We are excited... We’re also hopefully going to be making history very soon by having an announcement on the January 6th pipe bomber... Okay, Big news for that this morning, Trump declares Biden’s turkey pardons invalid. … This is the Benny Show.”
— Benny Johnson [00:02]

Trump’s White House joke about invalid turkey pardons, satirizing the Biden administration, is replayed and celebrated for comic effect:

“I have determined last year’s turkey pardons are totally invalid... The turkeys known as Peach and Blossom last year have been located... but I have stopped that journey, and I am officially pardoning them.”
— Donald Trump [07:05]

Breakthrough in the January 6th Pipe Bomber Case

Background & Ongoing Frustration

Benny recaps years of investigative frustration over the unsolved pipe bomber case, questioning government transparency and FBI actions.

• Why so much withheld footage?
• No DNA found on recovered bombs?
• Mystifyingly amateur bomb construction and placement
• Suspicious behavior by those who discovered the bombs

“Why is the FBI still hiding so much footage of the pipe bomber? Why was that footage degraded? … Why has there been no search history or identity of anyone put forward for this investigation?”
— Benny Johnson [14:14–18:15]

Benny frames the official story as improbable:

“Apparently this MAGA pipe bomber … is placing bombs in the parade path of the Stop the Steal movement … So they’re bombing their own march? That doesn’t make sense…”
— Benny Johnson [24:58]

FBI Director Kash Patel’s Announcement

At [27:51], Benny plays excerpts from a new interview with FBI Director Kash Patel, who for the first time signals imminent movement in the pipe bomber investigation.

• Kash Patel is grilled about new developments and possible breakthroughs:

  “Are there new developments? Can we discuss them? Not at this time, but I think you'll be hearing from us soon on it.”
  — Kash Patel [27:51]

  “Has there been breakthroughs in the last few days?”
  — Interviewer

  “Yes.”
  — Kash Patel [29:07]

• Patel repeatedly assures the public:

  “Yes, we have had breakthroughs… Yes, we will be making a large announcement to the American people. Yes, we have suspects.”
  — Benny Johnson summarizing [29:47]

Debunked Speculation

Benny addresses recent viral rumors (from The Blaze and others) that a Capitol police officer was the bomber—summarizing new reporting that the person named has been cleared by video alibi and is no longer considered a suspect. He highlights bureaucratic infighting and the need for “total and complete transparency” to reestablish trust.

Law Enforcement, Trust, and Transparency

Corey Lewandowski Interview [47:52–62:00]

Lewandowski (longtime Trump operative, law enforcement background) discusses:

• The ongoing investigations into the pipe bomber, Thomas Crooks (2024 Trump rally shooter), and Charlie Kirk’s assassination.

• Calls for as much transparency as possible:

  “Look, the American people deserve the opportunity to know what’s going on—particularly when there’s a potential assassination attempt, either against the President of the United States, or an actual assassination against our friend Charlie Kirk.”
  — Corey Lewandowski [49:05]

• He partially defends law enforcement’s slower disclosures:

  “There are ongoing trials ... evidence gets put under lock by judges because it’s currently in use in a trial ... When you present something in the media, you can make it inadmissible ... So that was what was explained to me about ... not only Epstein evidence, but also the Charlie Kirk evidence.”
  — Benny Johnson, paraphrasing federal sources [44:27]

• Critiques of government failures and erosion of public trust:

  “That’s why there is a massive distrust in some of these government agencies because they have lied to us time and time and time again and thought that they were above the law. And … finally, only now, under this Administration, are some of those people being held accountable. But it’s not enough.”
  — Corey Lewandowski [54:16]

On Immigration Enforcement & Deportations

Lewandowski delivers a strong defense of the Trump administration’s immigration efforts, directly refuting critiques from the Heritage Foundation.

“We offer no quarter to anybody who is in this country illegally. It doesn’t matter who you’re related to… If you are in this country illegally and have a criminal record, we will find you...”
— Corey Lewandowski [62:07]

On the effects of mass deportation, Lewandowski and Johnson point to improvements in cities like Charlotte, NC, claiming reduced crime and traffic.

“When we hit LA, the traffic went down about 25% because the illegals were afraid to come out…”
— Corey Lewandowski [72:21]

Don Brown Interview — Military Law & "Seditious Six" [81:05–94:00]

Former Navy JAG Don Brown discusses the legal ramifications for military/intelligence officers and Senators (notably Mark Kelly) encouraging military insubordination against President Trump. He outlines the serious consequences:

• Violation of Article 94 (mutiny and sedition), Article 88 (contempt against commander-in-chief), and Article 134 (good order and discipline) in the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
• Explains enforcement mechanisms: “Retirees can be called back... and tried by general court martial.”

“The commander-in-chief, the President of the United States, has the constitutional authority to protect American lives… You just can’t have members of the Congress trying to undermine a valid order from the President.”
— Don Brown [84:40]

• Brown also introduces his campaign for the US Senate (NC), advocating for a “deep state reduction act” and reduction of federal bureaucracy.

Pastor Joe Harris — Spiritual Peace for the Holidays [100:25–115:56]

Pastor Joe Harris offers practical spiritual guidance for a stressful holiday season, emphasizing gratitude, humility, and gospel-centered faith:

“Don’t be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.”
— Pastor Joe Harris [101:39]

Tips for handling family differences and stress:

• “Think of yourself as being on mission… have love in my heart for someone who’s completely different from me.”
• “Serve others… If we humble ourselves and serve others like Christ served us, then it actually takes the stress off.”

On finding gratitude:

“Actually, we should wake up every day and be grateful that we’re not going to hell. … But we lose sight of the things that are truly important because … the amazing opportunities we have right in front of us materially.”
— Pastor Joe Harris [108:16]

Final holiday message:

“The message of the season is that Christ the King came to us with the utmost humility. … Celebrate Christmas and keep that meaning central—the actual Christmas story of Jesus.”
— Pastor Joe Harris [113:17]

Notable Quotes & Moments

• “Stay tuned. Yes, we have had breakthroughs. Yes, we will be making a large announcement to the American people. Yes, we have suspects.”
  — Benny Johnson on Kash Patel’s message [29:47]
• “Placing bombs is bad… or they’re like me, and they know that this is a Fed op.”
  — Benny Johnson [25:52]
• “If you are in this country illegally and you have a criminal record, we will find you, we will apprehend you, and we will deport you. Period. End of conversation.”
  — Corey Lewandowski [62:07]
• “You wake up every day and be grateful that you’re not going to hell.”
  — Pastor Joe Harris [108:16]

Episode Flow & Tone

The show is a lively, provocative blend of humor (Trump turkey jokes), deep frustration with official narratives—especially around January 6—and assertive demands for government accountability. Benny Johnson brings a populist, culture-warrior flavor, repeatedly championing “transparency,” “America First” values, and Christian faith. Across all topics, the repeated call is for Americans to reclaim agency, demand answers, and stay hopeful/joyful through the holiday season.

Takeaway for Non-Listeners

• Pipe Bomber Investigation: After years of gridlock, FBI Director Kash Patel has signaled major progress on the January 6 pipe bomber, with public announcements expected soon.
• Restoring Trust: Broad frustration remains at perceived government cover-ups—whether on January 6, political violence, or immigration—but guests argue that transparency under new leadership is possible.
• Holidays & Faith: Despite tense political and economic times, the show urges gratitude, family focus, and remembering the deeper meaning of Thanksgiving and Christmas.

For listeners hungry for both culture war updates and spiritual encouragement, this episode delivers both in full measure—with a side of Trump humor and strong editorial punch.