The Charlie Kirk Show

Episode: Ask Us Anything 245 – Most Important 2026 Races? Strength in Adversity? Job Application Troubles?

Date: November 24, 2025
Host: Charlie Kirk (posthumously, with panel: Andrew Colvett, Mikey McCoy, Blake Neff, and guests/call-ins)

Episode Overview

This special “Ask Us Anything” installment of The Charlie Kirk Show centers on audience questions, covering themes like perseverance through adversity, navigating negativity, the most crucial political races in 2026, addressing misinformation about Israel, career struggles in the age of AI, and the enduring legacy of Charlie Kirk following his passing. The episode blends personal stories, political strategy, practical advice, and heartfelt testimony, with Kirk’s longtime collaborators and staff fielding live and written questions from community members.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Persevering Through Negativity and Attacks

Homeschool mom Jen asks about enduring negativity as she pursues local activism.

• Jen’s Story: Jen, a homeschool mom from North Florida, started an initiative to create a new county for better representation, naming it after President Trump. She faced harsh criticism and ridicule, including a negative local newspaper report.
• Advice from Panel:
  • Andrew Colvett: Shares that Charlie faced similar hostility but coped by focusing on advancing his mission, not on critics’ misrepresentations. “We were gonna outwork you, we were gonna out hustle you, we were gonna out message you.” (03:40-04:10)
  • Mikey McCoy: Highlights a memorable video where Erica (Charlie's wife) spoke about developing “a velvet spine of steel”—remaining gentle but internally strong. She saw losing friends/family over activism as a “pruning season.”
  • Faith & Truth: Panelists emphasize faith as a sustaining force and suggest that living honestly and for God provides strength and peace amid attack.
    • Quote: “If truth is for you, nobody can be against you.” (05:24)

Memorable Quote

“I have a velvet spine of steel. You’re soft on the outside, but nobody can get to you on the inside.” — Erica (Charlie's wife) [06:06-07:18]

Takeaway: Build small, strong support networks, root your efforts in faith and truth, and treat negative press as fuel rather than an obstacle.

2. Trump’s Meetings with Controversial Figures

Call-in concern over Trump meeting with a controversial figure at the White House (08:03-10:34)

• Panel’s Analysis: Trump’s background as a real estate developer means he’ll meet anyone, including adversaries, for strategic purposes.
  • “He met with Kim Jong Un… and Mitt Romney… Trump is a businessman. You resolve impasses with direct face-to-face contact.” (08:23-09:18)
• Spiritual Perspective: While caution is advised with whom one associates, Trump is unlikely to change core beliefs or be easily influenced.

Takeaway: Trump’s approach is transactional and pragmatic, not an endorsement; personal engagement is his default negotiation style.

3. The Grieving Community and Addressing Rumors

Callers share grief over Charlie Kirk’s death and concerns about rumors and divisions.

• Rain’s Emotional Testimony: Rain describes wearing a memorial wristband and feeling torn about fissures in the conservative movement, especially drama involving Candace Owens. She credits Charlie for helping her through a family crisis.
• Panel’s Response:
  • They urge listeners not to be swayed by rumors or conspiracy, especially during periods of organizational silence due to legal proceedings.
  • Mikey McCoy: Shares a personal anecdote on miscommunication and viral rumors (the “blood on me” sermon), emphasizing the humanity on all sides.
    • Quote: “Behind every single one of these are human beings… Not everything is some grand scheme.” (15:09-16:32)
  • Blake Neff: Stresses that all staff loved Charlie and rebuts the “outrageous and insane” idea that any in the organization wished harm.

Takeaway: Allow space for real grief, distrust sensationalism, and remember the humanity behind events and rumors.

4. Most Important 2026 Races and Getting Involved

Audience asks about high-stakes political contests and practical involvement opportunities.

• Key Gubernatorial Races:
  • Arizona: Top priority, with Andy Biggs the preferred GOP candidate.
  • Florida: DeSantis term-limited; close past races merit strong GOP effort.
  • Ohio, Texas: Both are critical, with open seats and targeted Democratic efforts.
• Senate Overview:
  • Defensive GOP map – 22 Republicans up vs. 13 Democrats.
  • Vulnerable seats: North Carolina, Texas (possible Cornyn vs. Paxton primary), Michigan, Georgia, Maine (Susan Collins).
    • “People complain about Susan Collins… Deal with it. She is far better than any Democrat you’ll get from Maine.” (20:39)
• Practical Involvement:
  • Coalitions.com: Main entry point for adult grassroots activists.
  • Volunteering, paid “ballot chasing,” joining affinity groups.
  • Download the Turning Point Action app for more.

Timestamps

• Breakdown of Arizona race: 18:20-18:50
• Senate race analysis: 19:40-21:05
• Getting involved: 21:34-22:30

Takeaway: Arizona is the showpiece race, but major efforts in Florida, Ohio, and elsewhere are key. Anyone can plug in via Coalitions.com, regardless of previous political experience.

5. Finding Videos and Charlie’s Legacy

Audience asks about finding past event videos and future accessibility.

• Members.charliekirk.com archives exclusive member interviews and event Q&As.
• Work is underway on an AI-driven searchable database of Charlie’s content.
  • “We are not going to create an AI Charlie… but we will build a searchable archive, maybe in 2026.” (24:17-24:34)

6. Addressing Misinformation about Israel

Elizabeth pushes back on genocide accusations against Israel and misuse of statistics.

• Panel’s View: Criticism of Israel is fair, but the narrative of genocide is false given rapid Palestinian population growth (from 700,000 in West Bank in 1967 to 3.4 million in 2025; Gaza from 350,000 to 2.1 million).
• Deeper Analysis:
  • Blake Neff: Notes the tendency for global institutions (like the UN) to single out Israel, often for symbolic rather than substantive reasons.
    • Quote: “If you tell a lie about your neighbor, that neighbor might punch you. If you lie about a country on the other side of the world, probably nothing happens.” (29:52)
  • Points out Israel’s diverse political system (Arab Muslim supreme court justices) and emphasizes it’s a real, complex country, not a TikTok symbol.
  • Criticizes claims of Jewish/Israeli global control as absurd in light of repeated U.N. censures. (31:16)
  • Humanitarian hope for peace and an end to constant coverage.

7. Navigating Job Application Algorithms & Credentialism

Laura asks how non-degree candidates can overcome automated hiring filters.

• Panel’s Empathy & Advice:
  • AI has made job seeking even harder: applications are written and screened by bots, real connections are rare.
  • Old School Networking: Personal relationships are now more vital: “It’s the friendships I’ve had… that have panned out the most in giving me opportunities.” (35:56)
  • Suggests getting involved in volunteer work, events, and contacting admired leaders—“get in their way,” prove value, intern, or work for free to get a foot in the door.
  • Discusses challenges even in trades due to union barriers and isolated “family shops”—not a panacea but still promising.

Takeaway: Rely on relationship building, direct outreach, and skills acquisition; avoid the resume-slinging trap of digital job boards.

8. Global Reach of Turning Point & “Turning Point Canada”

Sarah from Canada and panel discuss international Turning Point presence.

• TPUK is a semi-autonomous, affiliated organization.
• There’s desire in Canada for a new Turning Point branch, but most current efforts focus on the U.S. (“We are America first”).
• International interest in free speech, faith, and Western values may lead to more overseas engagement in the future.

9. Charlie’s Impact, Faith, and Testimonies

Kimberly shares her late discovery of Charlie’s work, drawing parallels between his legacy and Christian sacrifice.

• Panel Reflection:
  • Charlie’s work ethic and urgency stemmed, in retrospect, from a sense his time was short—he achieved “so much, so fast.” (44:32-44:50)
  • The importance of gratitude in having known him and carrying his mission forward.
• Spiritual Comfort:
  • Andrew Colvett: “We don’t grieve as the world grieves. … Charlie wasn’t just a political figure, he was a prophet to a whole generation … a martyr.”
  • The archive of Charlie’s work is a resource for future engagement and inspiration.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Erica (Charlie’s wife): “I have a velvet spine of steel … you’re soft on the outside, but nobody can get to you on the inside.” (07:07)
• Blake Neff: “People complain about Susan Collins… Deal with it. She is far better than any Democrat you’ll get from Maine.” (20:39)
• Panel on Rumors: “Not everything is some grand scheme. Behind every one of these are human beings.” (15:09)
• Faith as Resilience: “If truth is for you, nobody can be against you. But then at the same time, if you’re always living for God, you have nothing to fear.” (05:24)
• Kimberly’s Impact: “I didn’t really have a question—I just wanted to say… It’s just amazing what [Charlie] did in the short time that he was here.” (42:57-43:42)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Jen’s activism & coping with negativity: 01:35–07:37
• Trump meeting with adversaries: 08:03–10:34
• Grief, rumors, and Candace Owens: 11:45–17:36
• Major 2026 races & Senate map: 18:20–21:05
• How to get involved politically: 21:34–22:30
• Finding member videos & plans for a searchable archive: 23:29–24:34
• Debunking lies about Israel/genocide debate: 27:00–32:21
• Job search struggles in an AI-driven world: 34:47–38:33
• Turning Point Canada/International: 39:47–42:11
• Charlie’s message & legacy: 42:32–47:11

Closing Reflection

This episode delivers practical strategies for grassroots activism, career development, and coping with public adversity, all threaded through a posthumous tribute to Charlie Kirk’s legacy and deep engagement by his community. The panel reinforces Kirk’s core themes: outworking the opposition, standing in faith, defending truth, and building real relationships to effect change.

For follow-up, exclusive content, or to join the community:

• Visit members.charliekirk.com
• Explore volunteer opportunities at coalitions.com
• Download the TurningPoint Action app