Podcast Summary: The Charlie Kirk Show

Episode: "How YOU Can Get in the Arena and Save the Country"

Date: October 23, 2025
Host: Charlie Kirk (with guest hosts and contributors Tyler Boyer, Andrew Kolvet, and guests Sheriff Mark Lamb and Brandon Malley)

Episode Overview

This episode of The Charlie Kirk Show focuses on the critical importance of grassroots conservative activism in America, highlighting ways listeners can get involved to effect political change—particularly looking ahead to 2026 and 2028. The hour emphasizes mobilizing at both a local and national level, supporting conservative candidates, defending core American values, and translating faith and conviction into action. The episode features the significant announcement of Sheriff Mark Lamb running for Congress in Arizona's 5th Congressional District (CD5) and provides insights into grassroots operations in New Jersey ahead of pivotal upcoming elections.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Sheriff Mark Lamb Announces Congressional Run

(01:33–06:58)

• Announcement: Sheriff Mark Lamb formally declares his candidacy for Arizona's CD5, succeeding Andy Biggs, who is running for governor.
  • Candidacy Motivation: “I can't run from a fight. I'm announcing today my candidacy for CD5... I believe in America. I believe in our history, our birthright. And I think America has a bright future and I want to be part of it.” (Mark Lamb, 02:49)
• Vision & Values: Lamb commits to the legacy of the Freedom Caucus, emphasizing God, family, and freedom.
  • Quote: “I’m cut from the same cloth. Look, I believe in God, family, freedom. I believe in the rule of law. I believe in America.” (Mark Lamb, 04:44)
• Policy Priorities:
  • Border security (long-term fixes, support for law enforcement).
  • Supporting federal, state, and local law enforcement.
  • Broader issues: economy, Social Security, water access in Arizona.
  • Removing people illegally in the country.
  • “I hope to help [President Trump] fix the border long term…” (Mark Lamb, 06:54)

2. Violence Against Federal Law Enforcement & The Role of Politicians

(07:18–09:57)

• Discussion: The hosts and Lamb discuss recent violence against ICE agents and federal law enforcement.
• Critique of Democratic Policies: They condemn initiatives like public ICE tracking tools, arguing such actions endanger agents and obstruct federal law.
  • Notable Quote: “This is why we've seen what a 600% to 1000% increase in attacks on our federal law enforcement. They're doing it because you have politicians...saying these guys are the Gestapo.” (Mark Lamb, 09:08)
• Call for Accountability: Lamb insists media and politicians bear responsibility for the escalating risks faced by agents.

3. Personal Sacrifice, Tragedy, and the Call to Serve

(12:36–15:06)

• Personal Motivation: Lamb shares how personal loss—the death of his son, granddaughter, and daughter-in-law—inspires his public service.
  • Memorable Quote: “He who has the ability has the responsibility. And it's hard to walk away knowing you have the ability to come in and defend the values and the freedoms that this country was built on...” (Mark Lamb, 13:54)
• Faith and Legacy: Recent tragedies (“losing Charlie”) reinforce the urgency to act, invoking the biblical idea of being “made for such a time as this.”

4. Grassroots Activism & The Muscular Class

(16:35–18:07, 21:39–22:17, 34:47–36:45)

• Activism Foundation: The movement’s power lies in everyday Americans—“the muscular class,” the backbone of society.
  • “This show was forged on grassroots activism and patriotism. It was all about the grassroots. It will remain about the grassroots and the muscular class and the everyday working men and women in this country…” (Andrew Kolvet, 35:08)
• Encouragement to Listeners:
  • Start or join Turning Point USA chapters.
  • Mobilize faith communities and families.
  • Download and use the Turning Point Action app to make calls, send texts, or write postcards to encourage voter turnout nationwide.

5. Ground Game in New Jersey: SuperChase Events & Voter Activation

(18:39–29:25)

• Field Report from Brandon Malley:

  • SuperChase Events: Large-scale action rallies that convert enthusiasm into canvassing and voter outreach, targeting low-propensity conservative voters.
  • Elections Outlook: GOP has gained 42,000 new registered voters since 2021; polling errors suggest GOP candidate Jack Cittarelli is very competitive.
  • Appeal to Listeners: Listeners from surrounding areas (including out-of-state) are encouraged to travel to NJ to volunteer or use the app remotely.

• Key Events:

  • Ocean County Park SuperChase (Sun, Nov 2, 3:00pm)
  • Freedom Park, Medford SuperChase (Mon, Nov 3, 4:00pm)
  • Links to Act: “tpaction.com/superchase” (29:15)

6. The Faith-Action Connection & The Future of the Conservative Movement

(34:47–36:45)

• Revival of Faith Post-Tragedy: The aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s death has sparked renewed faith and has to translate into action—“Faith without works is dead.” (Andrew Kolvet, 35:08)
• Redefining Civic Engagement:
  • “We should not cede the public square to the atheists and the communists and the pink-haired jihadis. We have to get involved.” (Andrew Kolvet, 35:40)
  • Urges listeners to get in the arena, honor the movement’s legacy, and invest effort for future generations.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “If the most important thing for you is just feeling good, you're gonna end up miserable. But if the most important thing is doing good, you will end up purposeful.” (Charlie Kirk, 00:13)
• “College is a scam, everybody. You gotta stop sending your kids to college. You should get married as young as possible and have as many kids as possible.” (Charlie Kirk, 00:21)
• “We need those people, those true patriots that are unapologetic for America, for God, for family, for having children…” (Mark Lamb, 12:36)
• “He who has the ability has the responsibility.” (Mark Lamb, 13:54)
• “It's all a game. How many pieces of paper can you get in the box?” (Andrew Kolvet, 25:02)
• “If Canadians were motivated to come knock on doors, then the least you can do if you're in Philly, if you're anywhere in New Jersey.... The least you guys can do is vote.” (Charlie Kirk, Tyler Boyer, 31:13–31:29)
• “Faith without works is dead, as it tells us in scripture. And so we want to make sure that we're doing the actions, doing the works and putting our faith into action. As Charlie would have said…” (Andrew Kolvet, 35:08)
• “That is your call. That is your charge. That is your challenge today. Get involved. Download the Turning Point action app. Honor Tyler Boyer's birthday. Honor Charlie Kirk and his legacy. Get involved. Get in the fray. Get in the arena and leave it all out on the field...” (Andrew Kolvet, 36:18)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Sheriff Mark Lamb Congressional Run Announcement: 02:49–06:58
• Violence Against ICE & Immigration Discussion: 07:18–09:57
• Personal Tragedy, Calling & Responsibility: 12:36–15:06
• Field Report: Brandon Malley, SuperChase Events, NJ Elections: 18:39–29:25
• Encouragement to Act (Faith in Action, App, Postcards): 34:47–36:45

Summary

This episode is a rallying cry for getting “in the arena” to save the country through active, unapologetic engagement in both culture and politics. From Mark Lamb’s personal story of tragedy fueling service, to the nitty-gritty of voter outreach in battleground states, the hosts stress that now is the time for conservatives and patriots to stand up, get organized, and defend America’s foundational values. Attendees are urged to move from passive belief to active citizenship, echoing the show’s grassroots philosophy and Charlie Kirk’s legacy of faith-driven action.

How to Act:

• Start or join Turning Point USA chapters
• Attend or organize SuperChase events—especially in battleground states like New Jersey
• Use the Turning Point Action app to make calls/texts, even remotely
• Support strong, values-driven candidates like Mark Lamb
• Let personal faith and conviction drive civic participation

Closing Message:
“Get involved. Get in the fray. Get in the arena… we need this country to be preserved for patriots in the next generation.” (Andrew Kolvet, 36:18)