Episode Overview

Podcast: The Charlie Kirk Show
Episode: The TPUSA Halftime Is Now Official + Danica Patrick
Date: October 9, 2025
Host: Andrew Colvett (Executive Producer) featuring Danica Patrick, Tyler Boyer (COO, Turning Point Action), and later Jack Posobiec
Theme: Announcing TPUSA's competing “All American Halftime Show,” cultural battles over the Super Bowl halftime performer, restoring American values in public events, and a candid conversation with Danica Patrick about the intersection of pop culture, sports, and politics—and whether she’d ever run for office.

Main Theme

This episode centers on Turning Point USA’s announcement of a pro-America “All American Halftime Show” to coincide with the 2026 Super Bowl. The discussion explores the cultural significance of halftime shows, dissatisfaction with mainstream choices (namely Bad Bunny’s selection as Super Bowl performer), and broader questions about American identity in mass media. Danica Patrick joins to weigh in on culture, her own political recruitment, and personal principles. Later, Jack Posobiec discusses Antifa, political violence, and labels of domestic terrorism.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. The “All American Halftime Show” Announcement

[01:53]–[08:17]

• TPUSA will host a faith, family, and freedom-focused halftime event on February 8, 2026 ([01:53]).
• The event is a response to the NFL’s hiring of Bad Bunny as the Super Bowl halftime performer, which the hosts and guests find controversial due to his lack of English-language music, perceived cultural disconnect, and previous statements ([03:30]).
• Andrew Colvett: “We now have a cudgel to use against them if they’re going to continue to heap contempt on the people that pay their bills” ([07:53]).
• Reasoning: Hosts believe the mainstream event is out of touch with American values and the current cultural climate—particularly after the 2024 elections ([05:04]).
• Danica Patrick: Criticizes the NFL’s decision, calling for halftime performers who reflect America’s linguistic and cultural mainstream ([03:30]).

2. Cultural Critique of Super Bowl Halftime Choices

[03:30]–[09:30]

• Danica Patrick decries Bad Bunny's selection, feeling it doesn’t align with a uniting American event watched by over 120 million people:
  • “I just don’t think it represents our country and… our sort of crown jewel event of the year.” ([03:30])
  • She references Bad Bunny’s stance against ICE and refusal to perform in the U.S., further disconnecting him from the event’s purpose ([03:30]).
• The conversation turns to the presence of subversive, “satanic” or controversial imagery in recent halftime shows (Jay Z’s involvement, pop stars like Jaden Smith, use of red symbolism) ([06:02]).
• Tyler Boyer: Emphasizes the potential for viewers to turn to TPUSA’s show as a meaningful alternative, possibly shifting ratings and media focus ([07:41]).
• Danica: “Sometimes you don’t try and fix what’s there. You start something new completely…” ([10:19])

3. Mobilizing a Cultural Counterpoint & Audience Involvement

[10:26]–[11:07]; [13:04]–[14:03]; [33:25]–[34:43]

• The TPUSA team discusses curating a halftime show with “crossover bands”—secular and faith-based music that celebrates American and Christian values ([13:04], [14:03]).
• Potential acts are suggested, like Creed and the Red Clay Strays, who blend Americana with spiritual messages ([13:20], [33:25]).
• Tyler Boyer frames this as a larger cultural moment, urging Americans to “use their wallets” and viewership to shape future entertainment ([10:45]).
• Plans are discussed for expanding pro-American cultural events, e.g., a pro-America college bowl game ([14:18]).
• Colvett: “Charlie's legacy” is credited for mobilizing energy and people into this culture war ([14:24]).

4. Danica Patrick’s Potential Political Candidacy

[15:12]–[19:10]

• Andrew recalls how the late Charlie Kirk approached Danica about running for Congress, with the possibility of running for Senate later. Danica recounts the surprise and seriousness of the experience:
  • “I think I just got hit by a tornado… It’s a pretty big decision.” ([15:12])
  • Ultimately, Danica says, “No, that’s breaking news… I am not running for office. However, I would love to learn more and I would love to support the right candidates…” ([18:14])
• Tyler and Andrew note that the “best candidates often say they don’t want to run” ([19:10]).

5. Grassroots Leadership & The Nature of Public Service

[21:40]–[23:58]

• Audience emails highlight that the feeling of not being “qualified” is precisely why people like Danica appeal as political leaders ([21:40]).
• Danica, drawing from her experience lobbying in D.C., sees value in “citizen legislators” — successful professionals serving limited terms.
  • “You go into office, you serve and you come out… Knowledge is power…” ([21:51], [23:51])
  • Expresses openness to future public service but wants more understanding before considering a run.

6. Political Violence, Antifa, and Media Spin

[24:12]–[32:00]

• Jack Posobiec joins to discuss his briefing at the White House and the escalating violence linked to Antifa ([24:12]).
• Quote (Posobiec):
  • “I’ve been writing about Antifa… for almost 10 years… one of our friends, who should be here today hosting this very show, would be killed by someone who had a bullet casing that referenced Bella Ciao, which is the international anthem of Antifa…” ([26:12])
• Argues for designating Antifa as a foreign terrorist organization.
• CNN’s portrayal of Antifa is critiqued for minimizing the group’s violence and organizational form ([29:12]).
  • Posobiec: “That is the textbook definition of asymmetric warfare… That’s part and parcel of what Antifa does.” ([29:55])

7. Faith, Critical Thinking, and American Identity

[35:35]–[39:59]

• Danica reflects on faith’s disappearance from mainstream culture, relating it to her own recent experience at the Jefferson Memorial:
  • “We used to talk about God all the time. It used to be everywhere… and somehow culture removed it and made it inappropriate.” ([36:09], [38:04])
• She recounts a personal story about receiving criticism for offering prayers, seeing it as a sign of cultural decline.
• Emphasizes the need for critical thinking and personal conviction:
  • “Don’t get lulled into the ways. Think for yourself.” ([39:47])
• Colvett links this to Charlie Kirk’s ethos: unapologetic integration of faith and values in the fight to “restore the Republic.” ([39:23])

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Danica Patrick on halftime representation:
  “[I]t’s wrong that someone that doesn’t speak English is performing at the halftime show for the super bowl… it’s such a uniting event… I just don’t think it represents our country and our sort of crown jewel event of the year.” – [03:30]

• Andrew Colvett on audience power:
  “Now the ball’s back in the core of the planners of the main event… We now have a cudgel to use against them if they’re going to continue to heap contempt on the people that pay their bills…” – [07:53]

• Danica Patrick on political recruitment:
  “I have something I want to talk to you about… we want you to run for Congress. If you want to, we’ll help you… If you like it after two years, we’ll help you run for Senate. And I was like… I think I just got hit by a tornado.” – [15:12]

• Danica Patrick’s “breaking news” answer:
  “No. No. That’s… breaking news. Simple, straightforward, and to the point, which is how I operate.” – [18:14]

• Tyler Boyer, on the best candidates:
  “The best candidates say they don’t want to run. So that makes the best candidate.” – [19:10]

• Jack Posobiec on Antifa’s threat:
  “[Antifa] is a foreign terrorist organization. And if President Trump, when he designates them as such, he will be able to use the full power of the US government against them.” – [28:54]

• Danica Patrick on faith in culture:
  “We used to talk about God all the time and all of a sudden we didn’t. And… now all of a sudden it’s okay to have satanic shows at halftime. Maybe it’s not.” – [39:47]

Important Timestamps

• [01:53] — Colvett announces the TPUSA All American Halftime Show
• [03:30] — Danica Patrick criticizes the Bad Bunny halftime choice
• [07:53] — Boyer and Colvett on the cultural stakes and potential shift in viewer habits
• [10:19] — Danica on why innovation (“starting something new”) is often better than reforming entrenched institutions
• [13:20] — Danica proposes possible musical acts for the show
• [15:12] — Danica recounts Charlie Kirk recruiting her to run for office
• [18:14] — Danica’s definitive “not running for office” statement
• [21:40] — Listener email on the humility of good political candidates
• [24:12] — Jack Posobiec discusses Antifa, political violence, and White House response
• [29:55] — Posobiec rebukes CNN’s portrayal of Antifa
• [36:09] — Danica discusses America’s spiritual foundation and a personal D.C. trip awakening
• [39:47] — Danica’s closing plea for critical thinking, faith, and discernment

Conclusion

This episode is a lively and impassioned conversation about the intersection of sports, pop culture, faith, and politics. The TPUSA “All American Halftime Show” is framed as a major grassroots pushback against perceived cultural drift and loss of American identity—offering not just an event, but a movement for viewers to reclaim the cultural narrative. Danica Patrick shines as a sharp, grounded guest, articulating concerns about the direction of cultural institutions while reaffirming the value of sincere, citizen-driven leadership. The episode concludes with a frank assessment of America’s spiritual drift and a call to reclaim faith-driven community as central to the nation’s future.