The Rob Carson Show

Episode: Common Sense vs. Nonsense: Rob Carson Calls Out Gaslighting
Date: September 17, 2025
Host: Rob Carson
Guests: Scott Jennings, Hillary Fordwich

Episode Overview

In this episode, Rob Carson tackles what he sees as the relentless "gaslighting" by mainstream media and the Democratic Party. Through humor and pointed commentary, Carson examines political narratives, the murder of conservative figure Charlie Kirk, media responses, and parallels in British and American politics. Key guest Hilary Fordwich provides insights on British current events and President Trump's UK visit. The episode is passionate, brash, and unfiltered, centered on reclaiming "common sense" from what Carson calls institutionalized nonsense.

Main Topics & Key Discussion Points

1. Gaslighting and Media Manipulation

• Opening Rant: Carson asserts a widespread campaign of "gaslighting" by the mainstream media and Democrats, insisting that obvious truths are being obscured.

  • Quote: “You know why I know that Joe Biden had dementia, still does? Because I’m not stupid.” (01:30)

• Moral Equivalence: He denounces attempts to blame political violence on both parties, attributing most recent violent rhetoric and actions to the left.

• Media Ridicule: Carson lampoons outlets like CNN and MSNBC and decries “the opposite of truth” being pushed by major networks.

2. The Murder of Charlie Kirk

• Media Reaction: Carson is furious about what he calls an attempt by leftwing media to "serve indignities" by diminishing or rationalizing the killing of Charlie Kirk.

  • Quote: “Do not tell me as much violence comes from conservatives... No, you know how I know that? Not only because I’m not stupid, but because you guys murdered Charlie Kirk.” (03:00)

• Congressional Response: Criticism of Rep. Jerry Nadler for misnaming the victim and allegedly downplaying the motives.

  • Quote: “He called Charlie Kirk Charlie King. Unbelievable... And I do believe he’s that clueless.” (05:24)

• Media Sympathy for the Shooter: Outrage at ABC’s reporting, which “humanizes” the murderer.

  • Quote: “This is like saying I know that Hitler killed 6 million Jews, but his messages to Eva Braun were really warm and fuzzy.” (08:37)

• Dissecting Motive: Carson, Scott Jennings, and Hillary Fordwich analyze and dismiss left-wing attempts to either minimize the political motives or transfer blame to the right.

  • Jennings: “He said, ‘Charlie Kirk, I can’t stand this hate anymore. I’m going to take him out.’” (11:19)

• Social Media’s Role: Briefly touches on the online celebration of Kirk's death and media denial of it.

  • Carson: “They sound like a frickin' bunch of baby birds waiting for mom to barf some worms up in their mouths.” (14:06)

3. Political Climate and Cultural Shifts

• Common Sense vs. Nonsense: Carson frames current events as a battle between returning to common sense and enduring more institutional foolishness.
• Religious and Personal Reflection: Cites his search for a “non-woke” Catholic church, feeling isolated in his faith because of political polarization.
  • Notable Moment: “For the first time in a very long time, I need to have fellowship with fellow believers.” (07:00)

4. Political Parallels: U.S. and UK

• Guest: Hillary Fordwich (From 21:29)

  • UK Political Landscape: Drawing comparisons between UK's upheaval and the American experience; sees Nigel Farage as the UK’s "Donald Trump" figure.

    • Fordwich: “Nigel Farage really is sort of similar to a Donald Trump for the UK.” (23:12)

  • Immigration & Social Unrest: Both hosts discuss public backlash against mass immigration, government funding for migrants, and the rising “silent majority” in both nations.

    • Fordwich: “I call the BBC the Brit Bashing Corporation.” (24:18)
    • Fordwich: “I have always taken umbrage with this term far right. Just because you want law and order... I don’t see why that’s called far right.” (25:14)

  • Donald Trump’s UK Visit: Cites the return of “manners and civility” to statecraft, deflating negative press predictions about Trump’s reception in Britain.

    • Fordwich: “I think we can be immensely proud of our president and how he’s conducting himself.” (30:59)

  • Renewal of US-UK Alliance: Both see Trump’s visit and Farage’s rise as evidence of a trans-Atlantic pushback against progressive politics.

    • Carson: “2024 in America had to be the year we turned from nonsense to common sense.” (27:14)
    • Fordwich: “You couldn’t be more correct... the silent majority... has put a rocket at the bottom of every Labour Party member.” (36:23)

  • Outlook for Farage: Fordwich predicts Farage will become Prime Minister, it’s just a matter of when.

5. Cultural & Media Commentary

• Carson closes with typical wry sarcasm on the state of British media, pop culture, and personal anecdotes about comedy and music.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Carson (On media’s duplicity):

  “I'm sick of this gaslighting. I’m sick of people on television trying to tell you that the sky is green. Bullcrap.” (01:52)

• Carson (On party motives):

  “You burned the country in the summer of 2020... What did we do when Charlie Kirk was murdered? We prayed.” (03:30)

• Carson (On leftwing indignities):

  “It’s called an indignity. They serve it up because it’s a way to stab you while you’re mourning.” (05:40)

• Carson/Montage (On 'fascist' rhetoric):

  “That’s one of the things Democrats have been calling us for about 10 years now... Fascist, fascist, fascist.” (17:51)

• Hillary Fordwich (On media and public sentiment):

  “The British public has to pay a licensing fee for their television... like American taxpayers funded NPR to spout leftist propaganda.” (24:18)

• Fordwich (On common sense):

  “Just because you want law and order... I don’t see why that’s called far right.” (25:14)

• Carson (On the silent majority):

  “This is about... patriotic people who want to adhere to the founding principles that made the country great.” (26:29)

• Fordwich (On UK’s contrast to WWII):

  “Imagine if we said we’ll give the Nazis... free four-star hotels, food, a mobile phone on the beach... At least the Germans were hardworking.” (27:34)

• Fordwich (On UK leadership):

  “The question is not if, it’s a question of when [Nigel Farage becomes Prime Minister].” (35:31)

• Carson (On shared US–UK resolve):

  “Our close relationship with Great Britain will be rekindled in a very, in the very classic fashion it has always been.” (33:47)

Key Timestamps

• 01:02 – 03:30: Carson’s opening monologue on gaslighting, common sense vs. nonsense, and political violence.
• 05:24 – 07:00: Response to Nadler’s misstatement and media reactions following Charlie Kirk’s murder.
• 08:37 – 12:04: ABC’s framing of the shooter; panelists’ exasperation with moral equivocation.
• 14:06 – 15:45: Social media reactions and Carson’s mockery of media denial regarding celebration of violence.
• 21:29 – 27:34: In-depth segment with Hillary Fordwich, covering parallels between politics in the US and UK, Trump’s UK visit, and Nigel Farage’s rise.
• 30:23 – 32:51: Discussion of British tradition, civility, and the political/strategic significance of Trump’s visit.
• 33:47 – 36:36: Renewed "special relationship" between the US and UK, Fordwich on Farage’s future, reflection on the "silent majority."
• 36:58 – 37:30: Fordwich’s contact information and closing gratitude.

Tone & Language

Rob Carson’s signature mix of satire, irreverence, and righteous indignation pervades the episode. The language is brash, direct, and laced with sarcasm. Fordwich’s contributions lend an informed, British-accented counterpoint, emphasizing tradition, pragmatism, and a shared Anglo-American yearning for political sanity.

Conclusion

This episode of The Rob Carson Show unapologetically takes aim at what Carson sees as left-wing hypocrisy and media gaslighting while calling for a return to "common sense." The murder of Charlie Kirk is presented as a political and cultural tipping point, prompting reflection and mobilization among conservatives on both sides of the Atlantic. Through pointed critique, parody, and international perspective, the episode seeks to embolden Carson's audience to remain vigilant and engaged during turbulent times.

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