Podcast Summary: Ep. 1764 - “Brain-Dead” Woman Gives Birth To A Baby
The Michael Knowles Show | The Daily Wire
Release Date: June 27, 2025

1. Supreme Court Ruling on Planned Parenthood and Medicaid

Timestamp: [03:00] – [14:00]

Michael Knowles begins the episode by discussing a significant Supreme Court decision that prevents state Medicaid programs from funding Planned Parenthood. He emphasizes the importance of this ruling in combating what he describes as the use of taxpayer money for activities he equates to "murdering babies."

Key Points:

• The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 against a South Carolina woman’s lawsuit challenging the exclusion of Planned Parenthood from Medicaid.
• The decision was authored by Justice Neil Gorsuch.
• Knowles criticizes Planned Parenthood for misusing funds by claiming to provide services like distributing condoms while allegedly funneling money into abortions.
• He highlights the broader struggle of the conservative legal movement and underscores the need to reverse years of lost ground.

Notable Quote:

“Your tax dollars, through state Medicaid programs do not need to pay to murder babies. And this is a great Supreme Court decision.”
— Michael Knowles [07:15]

2. The Controversial Birth Case of Adriana Smith

Timestamp: [14:00] – [36:00]

Knowles delves into the story of Adriana Smith, a woman in Georgia who was declared brain dead while pregnant and remained on life support to sustain her pregnancy. The baby was delivered via emergency C-section, sparking intense debate across the political spectrum.

Key Points:

• Adriana Smith was kept alive on ventilators to preserve her unborn child after being declared brain dead at nine weeks gestation.
• The case resulted in widespread backlash from both pro-abortion advocates and certain pro-life figures like Abby Johnson.
• Knowles critiques the left's reaction, suggesting that allowing the baby to survive undermines abortion ideology.
• He questions the validity of the concept of brain death, citing cases where individuals declared brain dead continued to live, thereby challenging medical and ethical standards.

Notable Quotes:

“If we admit that the baby is a baby, if the baby survives, it is possible, and now we have really firm undeniable proof the baby is a separate person.”
— Michael Knowles [21:50]

“Brain death is fake. It's fake news.”
— Michael Knowles [25:00]

3. Abortion Pill Accessibility Online

Timestamp: [36:00] – [45:00]

The conversation shifts to the accessibility of abortion pills, highlighting a Daily Caller investigation that reveals the ease of obtaining these pills online without stringent checks.

Key Points:

• The FDA removed the requirement for in-person distribution of abortion pills in 2021, allowing mail delivery.
• The Daily Caller demonstrated that abortion pills can be purchased online in just five minutes, with varying prices and questionable providers.
• Knowles criticizes the lax regulation, comparing the accessibility of abortion pills to that of over-the-counter supplements, which he finds ethically troubling.
• He underscores the dangers posed by unregulated distribution, noting potential health risks and the ethical implications of facilitating abortions so easily.

Notable Quote:

“You can order an abortion pill online in five minutes. No way.”
— Michael Knowles [43:30]

4. South Korea's Birth Rate and Demographic Policies

Timestamp: [45:00] – [55:00]

Knowles highlights positive news from South Korea, where the birth rate has seen a notable increase after years of decline, attributing this change to deliberate government policies.

Key Points:

• South Korea's birth rate rose from 0.06 (in April of the previous year) to 0.79, though still below the replacement level of 2.1.
• The administration under Yoon Suk Yeol implemented measures such as increased parental leave, flexible working hours, support for childcare, and subsidies for employers.
• Knowles uses South Korea as an example of effective conservative demographic policy, contrasting it with broader global population decline.
• He warns of the impending crisis of global population collapse and its potential impact on entitlement programs and social structures.

Notable Quote:

“There is a global population collapse and it's going to crater and it's going to wreak havoc in our societies.”
— Michael Knowles [53:00]

5. JD Vance's Anecdote about Trump and the Diet Coke Button

Timestamp: [55:00] – [06:00]

JD Vance shares a humorous incident involving President Trump and a Diet Coke button in the Oval Office, which illustrates the lighter, more approachable side of political leadership.

Key Points:

• During a meeting, Trump appeared to press a "red button," causing Vance to fear it was a nuclear launch mechanism.
• It was revealed that the button was actually for obtaining a Diet Coke, diffusing the tension.
• Knowles interprets this story as a display of Trump's relatable and approachable nature, contributing to his political effectiveness.
• He contrasts Trump's authentic demeanor with the perceived artificiality of other political figures, emphasizing the importance of fun and levity in politics.

Notable Quote:

“The political import is we're having fun. The political import is we're cool.”
— Michael Knowles [59:30]

6. Mailbag: Questions on Zionism and Protestantism

Timestamp: [06:00] – [08:00]

In the mailbag segment, listeners submit questions on various topics, including Zionism and Protestantism, to which Knowles provides his perspectives.

Key Points:

• Zionism: A listener questions Knowles about his views on Zionism, given the historical and genetic ties of Jews to the Land of Israel. Knowles responds by expressing skepticism towards the historical and national claims of Zionism, arguing that historical presence alone does not entitle current sovereignty.

  Notable Quote:

  “I don't buy the historical argument of Zionism because I wouldn't apply that same principle to any other people.”
  — Michael Knowles [37:50]

• Protestantism: Another listener inquires about the classification of Protestants, specifically Baptists, within the broader Christian church. Knowles discusses the criteria for being considered Christian, emphasizing valid baptism and adherence to core doctrines.

  Notable Quote:

  “If you are a validly baptized Christian, baptized with water, the Trinitarian formula, you are Christian.”
  — Michael Knowles [42:30]

7. Cultural Commentary: Sabrina Carpenter's New Album

Timestamp: [08:00] – [14:00]

Knowles offers his take on Sabrina Carpenter’s upcoming album "Man's Best Friend," criticizing its portrayal of women while acknowledging its artistic elements.

Key Points:

• The album cover features Carpenter in a submissive pose, which has sparked backlash from feminists and conservative groups.
• Knowles interprets the imagery as reflective of modern culture's moral decline, contrasting it with past virtuous aesthetics.
• He finds the album's approach charming due to its self-awareness of transgressions, but condemns the broader cultural implications.

Notable Quote:

“This is setting women back 100 years. This is tawdry. It's terrible.”
— Michael Knowles [1:02:00]

Conclusion

In this episode, Michael Knowles addresses critical issues surrounding abortion laws, medical ethics, demographic challenges, and cultural shifts. He advocates for conservative legal victories, critiques the accessibility of abortion pills, and highlights effective demographic policies from South Korea. Additionally, through anecdotes and listener questions, Knowles explores the interplay between personal beliefs and broader societal trends, maintaining a focus on traditional conservative values.

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