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Charlie Kirk
Hey everybody. Charlie Kirk here live from the Bitcoin.com studio an ask Me Anything episode from some of our members. And thank you for being a member. Members.charliekirk.com and we have a lot of conversation here, so I think you'll really enjoy it. I want to hear from you. Freedomarliekirk.com freedomarliekirk.com that is freedomarliekirk.com Buckle up, everybody. Here we go. Charlie, what you've done is incredible here.
Matt
Maybe Charlie Kirk is on the college campus.
Charlie Kirk
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Unknown Speaker
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Charlie Kirk
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Josh
Hey, Charlie, thanks for all you and your team do. Just my kind of question, thought of the week is around this land potential grab, if you want to call it that, in the big beautiful bill that'll open up a lot of the federal lands for sale. And I can just see this going a particular way where it's not actually beneficial. It ends up being just who's at the trough at the moment. And these are a lot of our most beautiful vistas and federal lands and parks. And it just got me a little worried.
Charlie Kirk
No. And I hear that concern. So we have Senator Mike Lee coming on next week, who's the author of this to defend this. I want to be clear though, this is just BLM land, not Black Lives Matter, Bureau of Land Management. It's not national parks. And so I see it both ways. Like, of course, I don't want like Yellowstone to be sold to a bunch of developers or like the Grand Tetons or Yosemite or the Grand Canyon. But as someone who lives out west, especially in Arizona, there's a Ton of national land that could potentially be developed for housing. So just so you understand, one of the biggest issues is that there's a. Look at. Look at how much federal. I mean, Nevada is basically like 94% federal land. So Mike Lee has said this. We're talking about a minuscule percentage of federal land in or immediately adjacent to existing residential developments. And BLM leases would be off limits for any land sales. And so it is a 29% of the land in America is owned by the federal government. Look, that is the federal land map out West. Now, the better way to probably do this is just give it to the states and then the states can then do it. Because I think that a land sale from a PR perspective sounds terrible. Now, should we preserve beautiful federal land? Of course we should. But we're talking about land that is larger than Western Europe, all completely off limits for development, and a lot of that is just wilderness. And look, there is something they said that we do want to keep part of the west wild. But understand that if you start to run out of land for residential developments, you have two problems. You have to go vertical, and then people become more clustered and they become more liberal. It's just the truth. Now, some people say, I don't want to live in a country with no open spaces. We're not talking about get rid of open spaces. By the way, we couldn't get rid of all the open spaces if we tried. This country is a beast. It is massive. And just so we are clear, Texas has largely privatized almost all of their land. Look at that map. And Texas has a lot of open spaces. And by the way, Texas has their own mini Grand Canyon right near Amarillo, Texas, they have Big Bend National Park. So Texas, I think, is actually a really good example of this. One of the problems is out west, we have incredible issues when it comes to housing. Major issues. And so we need more land to be able to develop housing. And if you don't want that, then get used to living in an apartment. If you want a house, sometimes you have to open up more land. This is only for a miniscule percentage of federal land in or immediately adjacent to existing residential developments of BLM leases. And by the way, I'd add one more component. No foreigners can buy this land. Just add one more component there. And so we're not like building in the Tetons. We're building in places in the middle of Nevada. Go ahead, Matt.
Josh
No, that's a great breakdown, and thank you for the extended time on that. My Thought is kind of what you're saying is more clustered, more liberal. Well, I think along with it, one way to do it is, okay, let's make our policy, platform and agenda in all these states much more unpalatable for liberals to move into Utah, Nevada, Arizona, lock down that sector and then I think additionally show for more kind of transparency on, like you said it was BLM leases that are adjacent to other residential, you know, that's of course great. And as you mentioned, there's millions and millions of acres out there that are really untouched and that are going to be impacted, which is, which is beautiful. But I also think that there are massive sections, if you go through Atlanta, St. Louis, you know, a handful of cities in the country, Baltimore, that have major. And this is not really directly impacted by the federal lands element. But if you think about just places to build, you know, there's massive sanctions in these cities that have just been completely kind of run down, wiped out, forgotten over the years. That, that also could be, it could be tied in with this. Okay, we're going to redevelop some of these areas in the cities that have been blighted alongside that. And then of course you add in, you know, deport, I don't know, 50, 60, 70 odd million illegals. That opens up a few spots as well. I think all those things combined, we could end up with a really, really great outcome. Just need to make sure that, you know, that these, that these land parcels are the right ones to put up for sale.
Charlie Kirk
Very good. Thank you, my friend. Really appreciate it. Thanks for being a member. Members.charlie kirk.com okay, who do we have next? We're honored to be partnering with Alan Jackson Ministries. Today. I want to tell you about a book by Pastor Alan that you'll want to read. It's called God Bless America Again. It tells the truth about our history, how our nation was formed on biblical principles, and the importance of protecting our Judeo Christian foundations as we move forward. God has given us an assignment to bring our faith into our world today. And here's the catch. It starts with focusing on our own attitudes. When you take time to understand how God has consistently blessed America, pouring his grace and mercy on us over and over again, it will give you hope for the days ahead. We cannot afford to forget our past, good and bad, or we will forfeit the best opportunities of our future. God Bless America Again. This book will sharpen your perspective on what it means to bring God's truth into our nation. Today, Alan Jackson Ministries is working hard to bring Back biblical truth back into our culture. Go to AlanJackson.com Charlie for free shipping on God Bless America. Again, that's Alan Jackson. A L l e n jackson.com Charlie I love what I learned from Alan Jackson and you will too. Alanjackson.com Charlie if you want to become a member, it's members.charliekirk.com Josh thank you for being a member. Members.charliekirk.Com what's on your mind?
Gracie
Hey Charlie, how's it going?
Charlie Kirk
Good, how are you?
Gracie
So I was wondering, I know you. About a month ago you interviewed Dr. Gooch about turning Point Academy.
Charlie Kirk
Yes.
Gracie
And so I applied to that and I actually got accepted.
Charlie Kirk
So phenomenal wondering. Praise the Lord.
Gracie
Yes. I was kind of wondering what kind of hopes for the outcomes for the students that are going to that. What are you hoping that we can kind of get out of that after the nine months?
Charlie Kirk
Well, I think first of all, it's called Turning Point Academy prep year. I'm going to do my best to actually be there at the beginning of it. So basically it's going to be nine months intensive on real scholarship on scripture, philosophy, economics, civics. The best thinkers on the planet are going to be spending time with you diving into original source texts in a nine month period that will develop the most important two things, your soul and your character in a way where you will be able to spend serious time in a one on one type environment with your professors. I mean you're going to be in a very close, you know, quarters. By the way, this is all happening in Fort Worth. It's beautiful facilities. It's absolutely incredible. It's really, really something. Our goal is that you are going to get a world class type experience in a short period of time in nine months that will change you for the rest of your life. You'll be able to better defend the scriptures. You'll be better to understand what is the good, the true and the beautiful who is Socrates and Aristotle and Aquinas and Augustine and Plato and so that is the goal of Turning Point Academy all pointing towards Jesus Christ to give you in nine months in a prep year type environment what colleges should be doing. So thrilled you're doing it my friend and hope to see you there.
Gracie
Thank you very much.
Charlie Kirk
Thank you. Okay, it's members.charliekirk.com that's members.charliekink.com I'll read the question. Charlie, you are a blessing. I'm praying for you to be strengthened in God's love and kindness. Psalm 32. Anyway, what is the word on homeschool funding, if any, is it only in investment fund? I'm not exactly sure what that question means, but I'm guessing you're saying will school choice dollars follow homeschooling? Yes. I mean, I hope they do. They don't currently yet, I believe. But I believe that if you want to homeschool your kids, then you should be able to use your tax dollars to be able to go back to yourself because you're the ones that are then doing the homeschooling. Thank you for that. Okay, let's go to the next one. Elizabeth, thank you for being a member. What is on your mind?
Elizabeth
Hi, Charlie, thank you so much for taking my call and just let you know we are praying for Dennis Prager every day for a full recovery.
Charlie Kirk
Thank you. I actually saw. So can I pause you? I saw Dennis at the hospital a couple days previously on My Way to Washington. He's steadily improving. He's still in very serious condition, but he's mentally all there. And Dennis, the number one message he wanted me to share with you guys and I have to say it every day on the show for a couple days, Dennis said, charlie, make sure you remind people the moral differences between Israel and Iran. So that is the message I'm carrying from Dennis Prager to you. And you should keep on praying for Dennis Prager. But Elizabeth, please continue.
Elizabeth
Well, the reason that I'm calling is more of a domestic issue. I spend probably too much time on X, but that's where you have to go to get independent journalists. And I guess what can be done about these insane Democratic lawmakers abusing ICE agents and ICE facilities like they are tweens performing a bad TikTok challenge. When I look at what they are doing, it is reprehensible and dare I say the word, tyrannical that they have the audacity to show up to these people's place of work while they are employed at their workplace and and physically assaulting them or demanding that they drop everything as soon as they get there to let them in. And it's galling that they're doing this for ICE facilities and this has not gotten enough press coverage. Rikers island has been taken out of New York City control. There were 6784 stabbings in Rikers island just in 2023 alone and 33 deaths since 2022. How come all of these? I'm so righteous. I'm so worried. People never visit American prisons to look at American prisoners and see the quality of their conditions.
Charlie Kirk
Wonderful Question. First of all, anyone that gets in the way of these ICE facilities or ICE arrests, they should all be arrested. Completely agree. The New York City mayoral candidate Brad Lander, who was arrested a few days ago for obstructing ICE agents, is now back at the same courthouse doing it again. And so these left wing Democrats, they're trying to get social media virality and they're trying to get, let's just say, more notoriety. Just arrest them. Don't make a big show trial out of it. Arrest them. Move on. Representative Lamica McIver has been indicted on three federal charges related to an incident outside of the Delaney hall federal immigration facility in Newark, New Jersey on May 9, 2025. And Alex Padilla got what he wanted. He was quickly put on MSNBC playing the victim. So we should arrest them all. We should be very prudent and focused in the way that we're doing this. And so thank you for your question. Really appreciate it.
Elizabeth
Thank you, Charlie. Have a good weekend.
Charlie Kirk
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Matt
Hey, Charlie, can you hear me?
Charlie Kirk
Yes. How are you?
Matt
Good. Doing very well. Good to be with you and thanks for accepting my call. So my question is, what can we expect in this Year's Am Fest because the chairwoman of Formosa alliance, this small political party that funds this membership, is interested in flying out here from Taiwan and she wants to know what's going to be on the agenda.
Charlie Kirk
Well, we haven't announced it yet, but I can imagine some very big speakers. Last year we had President Donald Trump right there. We had 21,000 people. In fact, I want to first plug SAS our suit to Action Summit that is coming up in July. Everyone should know about it. SAS2025.com let's play cut 329.
Unknown Speaker
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Charlie Kirk
Encourage your membership team come to Student Action Summit 7-11-1213 in Tampa, Florida. SAS2025.com God bless you. Thank you so much. Let's go to our next question here. Members.charliekirk.com Gracie, thank you for being a member. What's on your mind?
Shannon
Hey, Charlie. I just turned 18 on Monday and I'm now giving. I'm navigating through a new season in my life and I wanted to know if you could provide me with any advice.
Charlie Kirk
Well, thank you. That's a beautiful question. What is your plan? Are you going to college? Are you pursuing a career? And what is your goal?
Shannon
I'm not totally sure. I'm sorry.
Charlie Kirk
No, that's okay. That's okay that you don't know. In fact, not knowing is knowing a lot, actually. So you're 18 years old. You have your entire life in front of you. If you want to pursue a career, that's awesome. And I can help advise you on that. If you want to pursue a family, I can also advise you on that. I mean, I got in a lot of trouble at the Young Women's Leadership Summit. Again, everyone is very deceptive in the way I said that. I said if Your top priority in life is finding a husband, which it might be. Then don't discount going to college with the intent of finding a husband. It's a great place to find a husband. The fact that you don't know is. Okay, so here's what I would recommend to you, Gracie. Jordan Peterson has something called maps of meaning. I'm drawing from memory. I saw Jordan the other day here in Arizona where you can literally take a test and a quiz and it will help you figure out what you want to do at a young age. I highly encourage you to do it. It's also called the self authoring program. So Gracie, our team will send that to you and I think you could really enjoy that and benefit from that. So Gracie, God bless you. Thank you so much. Thank you, Greg. Thank you for being a member. Members.charlie kirk.com. what's on your mind?
Unknown Caller
Yes. Okay, thank you. Sorry. When we're dealing with possibly the end of civilizations, we know it if things go wrong, if things go as bad as they could. But if we do have some neutron bombs hidden, if we took out Tehran with a neutron bomb and took out the Mosi Ayatollah, all the leadership, and they don't even know what hit them. And why don't we not?
Charlie Kirk
Okay, so just to make sure, I'm gonna send your question. Are you recommending dropping a neutron bomb on, on Tehran?
Unknown Caller
Yes.
Charlie Kirk
Okay, so, so, I mean, I'm sorry. No, keep going.
Unknown Caller
No, I just. The thing is, one option is the end of civilization and we know it. If World War 3 breaks out, if we hit Tehran with a neutron bomb and they don't even know what hit them, I don't know.
Charlie Kirk
Just so you're clear, like 3 million people would die, including kids and civilians. That's a proposal.
Unknown Caller
How many people would die if we let this go to World War Three?
Charlie Kirk
Hold on. First of all, there's no guarantee this is going to go to World War Three. Second of all, I reject the premise that we should drop a atomic or nuclear weapon on.
Unknown Caller
But not a thermal nuclear. Not a thermal nuclear.
Charlie Kirk
Well, you said neutron, right? So the way a neutron bomb works, that's an enhanced radiation weapon. It's a type of thermonuclear weapon designed to have maximum lethal radiation while minimizing blast damage. So basically you would kill the entire population with radiation over a period of time and yes, it is a type of a thermonuclear weapon. Okay, so a neutron bomb is just semantical difference.
Unknown Caller
Okay, so maybe not, maybe not on neutral Maybe not on Tehran, but, I mean, if we don't stop them from what they're doing, I think it's leading to World War Three. I don't know how to stop it. So the neutron bomb is not a good idea, but stopping Iran somehow from getting a nuclear weapon, but not us getting boots on the ground or them taking out our carriers.
Charlie Kirk
Right. So just, I want to understand a little bit of the contradiction here. Respectfully, you potentially started with dropping a nuke to stop them from getting a nuke.
Unknown Caller
If that's what it takes, yes. I mean, we're drop it in the desert, just scare them with it. But I don't know.
Charlie Kirk
Right. Are you a Christian?
Unknown Caller
Yes.
Charlie Kirk
Okay. So I would have you probably try to reconsider that view. That indiscriminate killing of civilians and women and children, regardless of what story you're telling you, that it's going to Prevent World War 3, you is probably not God's intent for the people of Persia.
Unknown Caller
Well, I'm a Christian, but I believe the Old Testament, too. I mean.
Charlie Kirk
Right. So I believe the Old Testament too. Like God created them in the image of God. All people are image bearers. And so dropping nuclear weapons is probably bad.
Unknown Caller
So. But if we go to World War Three.
Charlie Kirk
Right, okay. So again, there's no guarantee anything's going to World War Three. And even if we were going to go to World War 3, there's no World that I could justify dropping a nuclear neutron bomb for the annihilation of a city to solve our problems. I don't think Christ would favor the annihilation of a city. In fact, I remember the teaching is, blessed are the peacemakers, not blessed are the nuclear bomb droppers.
Unknown Caller
Yes, and I'm sorry, I don't want to take up any more of your time, but I just. Whatever it takes to stop Iran from nuking Israel is my concern.
Charlie Kirk
Thank you for your time.
Unknown Caller
I don't want a bunch of Americans dying.
Charlie Kirk
Sure. Okay. Got it. Thank you. Okay. Thank you for that. Thank you for all you do. God bless President Trump because he has to deal with senators like that that are calling for him to do irrational things. Thanks so much for listening, everybody. Email us. As always, freedomarliekirk.com thanks so much for listening and God bless.
Josh
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Summary of "Ask Charlie Anything 228: Nuke Iran? Regime Change? Sell Federal Land? Turning Point Academy?"
Release Date: June 23, 2025
Podcast: The Charlie Kirk Show
Host: Charlie Kirk
In this episode of The Charlie Kirk Show, host Charlie Kirk engages with listeners in an "Ask Me Anything" format, addressing a range of pressing political and social issues. From federal land sales to national security concerns, Kirk provides his conservative perspective, interspersed with insights into Turning Point Academy and responses to audience questions.
Caller: Josh (01:23 – 04:55)
Josh raises concerns about a potential "land grab" through the Big Beautiful Bill, which aims to open federal lands for sale. He fears that such sales may favor current developers over the public, threatening America's natural landscapes.
Key Discussion Points:
Scope of Federal Land: Charlie clarifies that the proposed sales pertain primarily to Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands, not national parks. He emphasizes that approximately 29% of U.S. land is federally owned, with Nevada being a prime example where 94% of land is federal.
"Look, that is the federal land map out West. Now, the better way to probably do this is just give it to the states and then the states can then do it." (01:56)
Balancing Development and Preservation: While acknowledging the importance of preserving iconic national parks, Charlie argues for the development of suitable federal lands to address housing shortages, particularly in states like Arizona where land is abundant yet underutilized.
"If you start to run out of land for residential developments, you have two problems. You have to go vertical, and then people become more clustered and they become more liberal." (03:20)
Future Implications: Charlie discusses the potential socio-political shifts resulting from increased development, suggesting that more clustered populations may lead to liberalization of previously conservative areas.
Caller: Josh (04:55 – 06:22)
Josh expands on Charlie's points, proposing that strengthening conservative policies in key states can prevent liberal migration into these areas. He also suggests addressing urban blight and immigration as complementary strategies to land development.
Caller: Gracie (07:48 – 09:25)
Gracie shares her acceptance into Turning Point Academy and seeks insight into the program's objectives.
Key Discussion Points:
Program Structure: Charlie outlines Turning Point Academy Prep Year, a nine-month intensive program focusing on scripture, philosophy, economics, and civics. The aim is to develop participants' souls and character through rigorous academic and interpersonal engagement.
"Our goal is that you are going to get a world-class type experience in a short period of time in nine months that will change you for the rest of your life." (08:11)
Educational Philosophy: Emphasis on classical thinkers and Christian foundations to equip students with the ability to defend their beliefs and understand foundational principles deeply.
Caller: Shannon (16:23 – 17:55)
Shannon, a new adult, seeks advice on navigating her post-18 life, expressing uncertainty about her future.
Key Discussion Points:
Guidance for Young Adults: Charlie encourages exploration through resources like Jordan Peterson's "Maps of Meaning" and the Self Authoring Program to help Shannon discover her path, whether it be higher education, career, or family.
"If you want to pursue a career, that's awesome. And I can help advise you on that. If you want to pursue a family, I can also advise you on that." (16:32)
Caller: Unknown (17:55 – 21:50)
An unnamed caller controversially suggests the use of a neutron bomb against Tehran to prevent nuclear armament, sparking a significant discussion on ethical and strategic implications.
Key Discussion Points:
Moral Considerations: Charlie firmly rejects the proposal, highlighting the indiscriminate loss of civilian lives and the moral objections from a Christian perspective. He references the teachings of peace and the intrinsic value of all human life.
"There's no World that I could justify dropping a nuclear neutron bomb for the annihilation of a city to solve our problems." (19:07)
Alternative Strategies: Emphasizes the importance of peaceful solutions and maintaining moral high ground, rejecting extreme measures even in the face of potential global conflict.
"We couldn't get rid of all the open spaces if we tried. This country is a beast. It is massive." (03:30)
Caller: Elizabeth (10:09 – 12:59)
Elizabeth expresses concern over Democratic lawmakers allegedly abusing ICE agents and facilities, citing incidents of physical altercations and inadequate media coverage of these events.
Key Discussion Points:
Law Enforcement Integrity: Charlie agrees that obstructing ICE operations is unacceptable, advocating for the arrest of lawmakers who interfere with law enforcement duties to prevent political theatrics.
"These left-wing Democrats, they're trying to get social media virality and they're trying to get, let's just say, more notoriety. Just arrest them." (12:04)
Specific Incidents: Mentions high-profile cases such as Representative Lamica McIver's federal charges related to ICE facility disruptions, underscoring the need for consistent legal responses rather than public spectacle.
Caller: Gracie (09:25 – 10:09)
Gracie inquires about homeschooling funding and policies, seeking clarity on financial support for educational choices.
Key Discussion Points:
School Choice Advocacy: Charlie expresses hope for tax dollars to support homeschooling, aligning with broader school choice initiatives that empower parents to direct their children's education.
"If you want to homeschool your kids, then you should be able to use your tax dollars to be able to go back to yourself because you're the ones that are then doing the homeschooling." (09:25)
Caller: Elizabeth (10:09 – 13:01)
Elizabeth updates Charlie on Dennis Prager's health and seeks support, leading to a discussion on moral distinctions between Israel and Iran.
Key Discussion Points:
Support for Dennis Prager: Charlie shares recent updates on Prager's condition, emphasizing the importance of his message distinguishing the moral positions of Israel versus Iran.
"Dennis said, Charlie, make sure you remind people the moral differences between Israel and Iran." (10:16)
Caller: Unknown (17:55 – 21:50)
The episode includes a heated exchange with a caller proposing the use of neutron bombs against Tehran to prevent a potential World War III scenario.
Key Discussion Points:
Ethical Stance: Charlie firmly opposes the use of nuclear weapons, emphasizing the sanctity of all human life and the lack of moral justification for such actions.
"We are not like building in the Tetons. We're building in places in the middle of Nevada." (03:30)
Christian Perspective: Highlights Christian teachings on peace and the intrinsic value of every individual, rejecting the notion that extreme military action aligns with moral or religious principles.
"Blessed are the peacemakers, not blessed are the nuclear bomb droppers." (20:48)
Throughout the episode, Charlie promotes Turning Point Academy, Selective Search matchmaking services, and the Student Action Summit 2025, encouraging listeners to engage with these initiatives to further conservative values and community building.
Charlie Kirk effectively navigates a range of complex and sensitive topics, providing his conservative viewpoint while addressing listener concerns. From federal land policies to national security, Kirk emphasizes the importance of moral clarity, community support, and strategic action in preserving American values.
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