The Charlie Kirk Show

Episode: What’s Really Behind the “No Kings” Protest?

Date: October 20, 2025
Host: Charlie Kirk (with Andrew Colvett, Mikey McCoy)
Special Guest: Savannah Hernandez (TPUSA Frontlines)

Main Theme & Purpose

This episode dives into the recent “No Kings” protest, examining the motivations behind anti-Trump demonstrations that erupted across the nation—particularly focusing on their rhetoric, tactics, and demographics. The hosts argue that the protest movement is not only incoherent but laced with radicalization, violent undertones, and hypocrisy, and serves as a case study in left-wing political agitation post-2024 election. Special field reporting and interviews highlight the protest environment and underlying dangers posed by normalization of Antifa and violent discourse, with ample discussion of media complicity and cultural trends.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Who Attended and What Happened at the “No Kings” Protests

• Demographic Observations

  • Protests characterized as largely “older, white, hippie boomer” demographics.
  • Notable lack of youth among the protestors (12:57, 13:22).

  “It was all middle aged white people.” — Mikey McCoy (02:19)

  “It is all old white boomers. You could not see a single young person in the crowd yesterday.” — Mikey McCoy (12:57)

• Descriptions and Humorous Takes

  • Described as a “clown show” and difficult to take seriously.
  • Protesters dressing as Kings with cards and elaborate costumes (30:32).

  “These people are dressed up. It’s a clown show and you can’t take these people seriously.” — Mikey McCoy (30:32)

• Signs and Slogans

  • Extremely hostile signs: “Kill all Nazis”, “Wanted: Better Snipers”, comparisons between MAGA hats and KKK/Nazi regalia.
  • Call-outs for violence: e.g., a man calling to “shoot and wipe out” ICE agents (03:08, 04:32).

  “These ICE agents gotta get shot and wiped out ... state machinery ... gotta get wiped out.” — Protestor (03:08)

• Derogatory Behavior

  • Protesters openly hostile to pro-Trump immigrants, highlighting ideological intolerance.

  “She goes, and I love Trump. And they all started booing her.” — Mikey McCoy (07:15)

2. Escalating Violent Rhetoric and Normalization of Extremism

• Incitement and Celebration of Violence

  • Protesters making assassination gestures, advocating violence against political opponents, and celebrating Charlie Kirk's assassination.

  “She started motioning to her neck with a gun and pulling the trigger ... she is, in fact, a teacher of young kids.” — Andrew Colvett on Lucy Martinez (13:22)

  “People saying ... with Charlie Kirk being assassinated ... ‘they a piece of garbage. Of course we were mean ... Hitler is dead. I'm glad Hitler's dead.’” — Protestor (08:23)

• Antifa’s Presence and Denials

  • Noted significant Antifa presence, attempts to “whitewash” its public image by labeling Democrats as Antifa supporters (19:04).
  • Discussion that the left dismisses the real, violent nature of Antifa—guest Savannah Hernandez shares first-hand accounts.

  “After President Trump deemed Antifa a domestic terrorist organization, you now have this movement of people holding up signs of top Democrats ... and labeling them Antifa.” — Savannah Hernandez (19:14)

• Media Complicity and Messaging

  • Claims that MSNBC and other left-wing media fuel radicalization through inflammatory coverage and validation of extremist narratives.

  “They go and watch their News Nightly News at MSNBC ... just reiterating, yeah, Trump’s the most corrupt, evil, tyrant dictator in the world.” — Andrew Colvett (09:54)

• Dangerous Comparisons

  • Protesters equate Trump, MAGA supporters with Nazis or KKK—called out as reckless and a path to radicalization.

  “These comparisons are what lead to political radicalization and weaponization of the left ... leads to a lot of people becoming political assassins ... this is really disgusting.” — Mikey McCoy (09:08)

3. Case Studies of Extremism: Teachers and Public Figures

• Lucy Martinez Incident

  • Video shows a Chicago elementary school teacher making execution gestures at a protest.
  • Hosts call for her swift firing and use the incident as emblematic of left-wing ideological infiltration in public education (13:22–15:20).

  “The most vile reactions to Charlie’s murder have almost all been public school teachers and professors ... tells you a lot about what America's children are facing.” — Andrew Colvett (15:20)

• Antifa and Journalists

  • Interview with Savannah Hernandez who reports on harassment and physical danger faced by non-leftist journalists at these events (20:48–22:23).
  • Discussion of how the “real” violence is suppressed narratively.

  “I have been attacked by [Antifa] personally ... it’s been so difficult ... I was even scared to go and report on the streets of Portland because I knew there was no police presence ...” — Savannah Hernandez (21:20)

4. Hostile Encounters: Field Reporting at the Protests

• Witnessing Hostility Firsthand

  • Savannah describes confrontation: after protestors see her Turning Point USA press badge, they launch into “Charlie Kirk is a racist” attacks (24:07–24:46).

  “This man got so agitated that he felt the need to say Charlie was a racist ... I’m a Hispanic Asian woman ... ‘God bless. Everybody needs a token.’” — Protestor & Bystander Exchange (24:07–24:35)

  • Racist insults and personal attacks aimed at minority conservatives.

  “A 60-year old man ... hurling what would be considered by the left wing racist insults at me because I work for [Turning Point USA].” — Savannah Hernandez (26:20)

5. Political Context: Debunking the ‘King Trump’ Narrative

• Hosts’ Rebuttal of ‘King’ Allegation

  • Argue the “No Kings” label for Trump is misplaced, highlighting that real abuses of power occurred under Biden (immigration, COVID mandates, loan forgiveness).
  • Constitutional case: power exercised through legislative and executive means is legitimate; protests are confused in their accusation (32:14–37:22).

  “We live in a constitutional republic ... In November of 2024 ... Conservatives won ... That’s called political power ... President Trump has a lot of power as president. He’s called the executive branch. Article two delineates the powers.” — Andrew Colvett (32:14)

• Hypocrisy Highlighted

  • Point out Democrats’ actions (government shutdowns, protests) undercut their accusations of “tyranny.”

  “It’s ironic that the minority party, Democrat Party ... is the one shutting down the government. Then ... taking to the streets protesting that Trump’s a king.” — Mikey McCoy (32:05)

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

| Timestamp | Quote | Speaker | |---|---|---| | 02:19 | “It was all middle aged white people.” | Mikey McCoy | | 03:08 | “These ICE agents gotta get shot and wiped out.” | Protestor at event | | 04:32 | "Wanted better snipers ... a picture of President Trump's head with a target ... wanted better snipers." | Andrew Colvett | | 07:15 | “She goes, and I love Trump. And they all started booing her.” | Mikey McCoy | | 08:23 | “Of course we were mean. I am so tired of people saying, oh, but, you know, it's a terrible thing. No, Hitler is dead. I'm glad Hitler's dead.” | Protestor | | 09:08 | “Comparing a MAGA hat to the KKK hood or the Nazi hat ... leads to a lot of people becoming political assassins ... Charlie Kirk’s the same thing as Hitler, which is what this woman is basically comparing him to. This is really disgusting.” | Mikey McCoy | | 13:22 | “Lucy Martinez ... motioning to her neck with a gun and pulling the trigger. She did it repeatedly ... And the school has yet to provide an official response.” | Andrew Colvett | | 15:20 | “The most vile reactions to Charlie's murder have almost all been public school teachers and professors. Tells you a lot about what America's children are facing and why TPUSA is more important than ever.” | Andrew Colvett | | 19:14 | “Antifa had quite a presence there ... after President Trump deemed Antifa a domestic terrorist organization, you now have this movement of people ... labeling [Democrats] Antifa.” | Savannah Hernandez | | 21:20 | “Antifa is 1000% real. I have been attacked by them personally ... I was even scared to go and report on the streets of Portland ... this was the mindset of a lot of journalists ...” | Savannah Hernandez | | 24:07 | “So you found out that I work for Turning Point and you said you can't stand here and talk with me because why?” / “Because Charlie Kirk was a racist, bigot, scum. His rhetoric has ruined thousands of lives.” | Savannah Hernandez / Protester | | 24:35 | “God bless. Everybody needs a token.” | Protester | | 30:32 | “These people are dressed up. It's a clown show and you can't take these people seriously.” | Mikey McCoy | | 32:14 | “We live in a constitutional republic. ... That’s called political power. And if you don't use political power, then you would be derelict in your duty.” | Andrew Colvett |

Key Segments by Timestamp

• [02:16] — Mikey attends Santa Barbara protest, describes demographic and behavior.
• [03:08] — Discussion of protest signs and explicit calls for violence.
• [04:32] — Analysis of “wanted better snipers” imagery post-Charlie Kirk assassination.
• [05:21] — Examples of indecent, provocative apparel and slogans.
• [07:15] — Story of Ukrainian immigrant’s treatment by protesters.
• [08:23] — Protestor admits to being glad about Charlie Kirk’s death, compares him to Hitler.
• [13:22] — Lucy Martinez teacher incident detailed.
• [18:12] — Interview with Savannah Hernandez, live reporting from New York City protests.
• [21:20] — Savannah confirms Antifa violence against journalists.
• [24:07] — Savannah recounts being confronted for her employer, with racist backlash.
• [30:32] — Mikey shares footage and absurdity of protest costumes and signs.
• [32:14] — Hosts systematically rebut the "Trump is King" narrative, constitutional context.

Tone and Language

• Direct, unapologetic, frequently mocking or incredulous tone toward protesters and left-leaning activists.
• Frequent references to religious and moral values (e.g., “fighting evil”, “proclaim truth”).
• Sarcastic critiques of mainstream media, Democratic leadership, and protest messaging.
• Emphasis on concern for the future of American youth and the impact of ideology in schools.

Conclusion

The episode frames the “No Kings” protests as examples of left-wing radicalization, generational frustration, and media misinformation. Highlighting both the absurdity and the dangerous escalation in rhetoric, the hosts argue that real tyranny has come from recent Democratic governance, not from President Trump, defending the 2024 election’s legitimacy. Field accounts and incidents involving public school teachers bolster their claim that radical ideology is contaminating American institutions.

Guests, especially Savannah Hernandez, offer an on-the-ground perspective, showing how coverage of unrest is increasingly hazardous for conservative journalists. Overall, the show paints the protest movement as both a “clown show” and a worrying sign of dangerous dehumanization in American political life.