Podcast Summary: "Jimmy Kimmel Humiliated as NY Post Exposes His Dark Reaction to Being Canceled"

The Rubin Report with Dave Rubin
Date: September 18, 2025

Overview

In this emotionally charged yet sardonic episode, Dave Rubin dives deep into the aftermath of Jimmy Kimmel’s indefinite suspension from ABC following his controversial comments regarding the recent, widely publicized assassination of Charlie Kirk. Using Kimmel's reaction as a springboard, Rubin unpacks the wider implications on cancel culture, free speech, media hypocrisy, and the shifting American political environment in the wake of “the biggest political assassination in 30+ years.” The episode is punctuated by personal reflection, biting media analysis, discussion of the FCC’s role, and homage to Charlie Kirk’s legacy.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Context: The Impact of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

[01:35–03:00] Rubin opens with a personal reflection on the gravity and nationwide emotional impact of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, noting how "the country has so shifted in these eight days that emotions are so raw."
- Notable quote:
  
  "It does feel like the world has completely changed. And the fallout of Charlie's assassination I think is going to have ramifications that we are going to quite literally see for decades in America." – Dave Rubin [02:05]

2. Jimmy Kimmel Suspended: The Event and Its Fallout

[04:05–09:00] Rubin references the Fox News and Nexstar Media Group press releases, detailing Kimmel’s show being pulled over his "offensive and insensitive" commentary about the Kirk assassination.
- Nextstar exec:
  
  "Continuing to give Mr. Kimmel a broadcast platform in communities we serve is simply not in the public interest at the current time."
Kimmel’s massive salary—$16 million/year, a $100M show budget—serves as a recurring touchstone for Rubin's critique.

3. Analyzing Kimmel’s Controversial Comments and Track Record

[09:00–16:45] Rubin dissects Kimmel’s now-infamous segment blaming MAGA supporters for the assassination, despite lack of evidence, and mocks the idea of grieving via "construction of a White House ballroom."
```
> "This is not how an adult grieves the murder of someone he called a friend. This is how a four year old mourns a goldfish." – Dave Rubin [11:15]
```
Highlights Kimmel's recurring pattern of “demonizing half the country,” and revisits old clips where Kimmel called for violence (e.g., vandalizing Tesla stations; mocking unvaccinated people).
```
> "Do you remember he called for people who don't get the COVID vaccine to die… 'Unvaccinated guy… Rest in peace, wheezy. You’re…'" – Dave Rubin [15:42]
```

4. Is This Cancel Culture? Free Speech vs. Corporate Choice

[17:10–22:00] Rubin distinguishes between cancel culture and business decisions, noting that Kimmel's ouster is not a First Amendment issue but an employer choosing to part ways, especially after repeated partisan attacks and falsehoods.
```
> "Every corporation, every company has a right to decide … what their employees do. … If their behavior is not in line with whatever your values are, you don't have to keep them as employees." – Dave Rubin [18:57]
```
- Revisits the distinction:
  
  "Cancel culture really was when someone was being unjustly mobbed… These people [Kimmel, Colbert, Lemon, etc.] were canceled, if that’s the word, for not being particularly good at their job." – Dave Rubin [23:45]

5. Media and Political Reaction: The “Free Speech Crisis”?

[22:10–32:30]
- Trump’s celebratory Truth Social post (quoted in full), suggesting Kimmel had zero talent or ratings.
- Democrats–including Chuck Schumer–react with alarm, likening the move to “Xi’s playbook” (China), calling it autocratic and an attack on free speech.
```
> "This is just despicable, disgusting and against Democratic values. Trump and his allies seem to want to shut down speech that they don't like..." – Sen. Chuck Schumer [26:10]
```
- Rubin rebuts:
  
  "Jimmy Kimmel being arrested for being a shitty comic? No. … All Jimmy Kimmel has to do today is go to YouTube.com … create an account and have a show in a minute. … Nothing has happened here, but they have to ratchet up the fear." [28:30]

6. FCC, Misinformation, and Media Ethics

[36:30–42:00] Explains the FCC’s prohibition on knowingly airing falsehoods about crimes/catastrophes, and suggests Kimmel potentially violated this.
```
> “He either knew he was lying or he didn’t care. … If he knew … then it is a violation of the FCC.” – Dave Rubin [41:00]
```
Critiques long-standing MSM (mainstream media) misinformation; recalls being falsely smeared at an event as attending a “Nazi rally.” [43:00]

7. Democratic Hypocrisy: Comparing Previous Cancelations

[44:50–48:30] Rubin lists figures like Roseanne Barr, Gina Carano, and Megyn Kelly, who were swiftly fired/canceled over minor or misunderstood statements, implying a double standard in media outrage and “cancel culture.”

8. Audience Q&A and Personal Reflections

[01:03:00–01:16:30]
- Dave addresses questions about attending Charlie’s memorial and the emotional toll on Kirk’s family.
- Considers changing security protocols for speaking events, reflecting somberly on the chilling effects of political violence.
```
> “Once you say political violence is okay, it fundamentally alters everything.” [01:07:35]
```
- Responds to concerns about “becoming like the left”, emphasizing grace over anger, and distinguishing between justified professional consequences and vindictive cancel culture.

9. Calls for Bravery and Civic Engagement

[58:05–59:45] Plays a segment from his PragerU video “The Bravery Deficit,” urging viewers to speak up rather than remain silent in the face of social pressure.

> “Perhaps your most important job as a human being is to stand up for the things you believe in. Don’t take the path of least resistance. Be better than those who would silence you, deplatform you and mob you.” – Dave Rubin [58:25]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On Kimmel’s career:
- “This guy has cashed in by demonizing half the country. … $16 million a year. That is just … Oh, my God. God, that is absolutely insane.” – Dave Rubin [05:55]
On media hypocrisy:
- “This is not a free speech issue. … If the government was literally showing up at his house in Los Angeles and arresting him for what he said, that would be a problem. But companies can decide if they want to employ people, right?” – Dave Rubin [20:20]
On comparing “Cancel Culture” and Kimmel’s firing:
- “They have spent so much capital and so much time destroying people, going after all of the wrong people, calling us racist and everything else, but now they're gonna stand up and defend the guy who literally lied about the shooting.” [47:40]
On Barack Obama’s response:
- “He’s a great orator, but he is an absolute liar.” – Dave Rubin [52:40]
- “Barack Obama went on stage two days before the election and lied. He lied.” [54:00]
On calls for courage:
- “The mob depends on the fact that everyone is scared to say what they think. Don’t give them that power.” – Dave Rubin (PragerU video) [58:40]
On the current political climate:
- “The answer isn’t that I’m gonna sit up here and yammer about these things … The answer is that we will all get involved. We acquiesced so much room to these people.” [59:05]

Important Segments (Timestamps)

Charlie Kirk assassination context – [01:35–03:30]
Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension explained – [04:05–09:00]
Breakdown of Kimmel’s controversial jokes – [09:30–16:45]
Debate: Cancel Culture vs. Corporate Responsibility – [17:10–22:00]
Political reactions, Trump and Schumer’s responses – [22:10–27:00]
Media meta–commentary (MSNBC, CNN, etc.) – [28:30–32:30]
FCC regulations and false broadcasting – [36:30–42:00]
Comparing Roseanne and Gina Carano cancellations – [44:50–46:39]
Call for personal courage (PragerU “Bravery Deficit”) – [58:05–59:45]
Q&A: Security, grace vs. anger, and left/right comparisons – [01:03:00–01:16:30]

Episode Tone & Style

Dave Rubin brings his trademark blend of sarcasm, political exasperation, and gallows humor. He openly admits this is “the first time maybe since Charlie died that I actually feel like myself again”—using Kimmel’s case to vent, provoke, and encourage. The episode blends serious discussion of media ethics, bitterness at perceived double standards, and impassioned pleas for honesty and courage.

Final Thoughts

Rubin concludes with a call to his audience to speak courageously in defense of Western values, while also memorializing Charlie Kirk’s legacy and advocating for reasoned, principled opposition to both political extremes and mob culture. Despite the heavy political and emotional context, the episode maintains a personal, often humorous touch—as Rubin navigates grief, political fallout, and the ever-changing media landscape.

Next episode preview: Panel with Isabel Brown and Andy Ngo, focusing on honoring Charlie Kirk and analyzing Antifa and the radical left.

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Podcast Summary: "Jimmy Kimmel Humiliated as NY Post Exposes His Dark Reaction to Being Canceled"

The Rubin Report with Dave Rubin
Date: September 18, 2025

Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Context: The Impact of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

[01:35–03:00] Rubin opens with a personal reflection on the gravity and nationwide emotional impact of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, noting how "the country has so shifted in these eight days that emotions are so raw."
- Notable quote:
  
  "It does feel like the world has completely changed. And the fallout of Charlie's assassination I think is going to have ramifications that we are going to quite literally see for decades in America." – Dave Rubin [02:05]

2. Jimmy Kimmel Suspended: The Event and Its Fallout

[04:05–09:00] Rubin references the Fox News and Nexstar Media Group press releases, detailing Kimmel’s show being pulled over his "offensive and insensitive" commentary about the Kirk assassination.
- Nextstar exec:
  
  "Continuing to give Mr. Kimmel a broadcast platform in communities we serve is simply not in the public interest at the current time."
Kimmel’s massive salary—$16 million/year, a $100M show budget—serves as a recurring touchstone for Rubin's critique.

3. Analyzing Kimmel’s Controversial Comments and Track Record

[09:00–16:45] Rubin dissects Kimmel’s now-infamous segment blaming MAGA supporters for the assassination, despite lack of evidence, and mocks the idea of grieving via "construction of a White House ballroom."
```
> "This is not how an adult grieves the murder of someone he called a friend. This is how a four year old mourns a goldfish." – Dave Rubin [11:15]
```
Highlights Kimmel's recurring pattern of “demonizing half the country,” and revisits old clips where Kimmel called for violence (e.g., vandalizing Tesla stations; mocking unvaccinated people).
```
> "Do you remember he called for people who don't get the COVID vaccine to die… 'Unvaccinated guy… Rest in peace, wheezy. You’re…'" – Dave Rubin [15:42]
```

4. Is This Cancel Culture? Free Speech vs. Corporate Choice

[17:10–22:00] Rubin distinguishes between cancel culture and business decisions, noting that Kimmel's ouster is not a First Amendment issue but an employer choosing to part ways, especially after repeated partisan attacks and falsehoods.
```
> "Every corporation, every company has a right to decide … what their employees do. … If their behavior is not in line with whatever your values are, you don't have to keep them as employees." – Dave Rubin [18:57]
```
- Revisits the distinction:
  
  "Cancel culture really was when someone was being unjustly mobbed… These people [Kimmel, Colbert, Lemon, etc.] were canceled, if that’s the word, for not being particularly good at their job." – Dave Rubin [23:45]

5. Media and Political Reaction: The “Free Speech Crisis”?

[22:10–32:30]
- Trump’s celebratory Truth Social post (quoted in full), suggesting Kimmel had zero talent or ratings.
- Democrats–including Chuck Schumer–react with alarm, likening the move to “Xi’s playbook” (China), calling it autocratic and an attack on free speech.
```
> "This is just despicable, disgusting and against Democratic values. Trump and his allies seem to want to shut down speech that they don't like..." – Sen. Chuck Schumer [26:10]
```
- Rubin rebuts:
  
  "Jimmy Kimmel being arrested for being a shitty comic? No. … All Jimmy Kimmel has to do today is go to YouTube.com … create an account and have a show in a minute. … Nothing has happened here, but they have to ratchet up the fear." [28:30]

6. FCC, Misinformation, and Media Ethics

[36:30–42:00] Explains the FCC’s prohibition on knowingly airing falsehoods about crimes/catastrophes, and suggests Kimmel potentially violated this.
```
> “He either knew he was lying or he didn’t care. … If he knew … then it is a violation of the FCC.” – Dave Rubin [41:00]
```
Critiques long-standing MSM (mainstream media) misinformation; recalls being falsely smeared at an event as attending a “Nazi rally.” [43:00]

7. Democratic Hypocrisy: Comparing Previous Cancelations

[44:50–48:30] Rubin lists figures like Roseanne Barr, Gina Carano, and Megyn Kelly, who were swiftly fired/canceled over minor or misunderstood statements, implying a double standard in media outrage and “cancel culture.”

8. Audience Q&A and Personal Reflections

[01:03:00–01:16:30]
- Dave addresses questions about attending Charlie’s memorial and the emotional toll on Kirk’s family.
- Considers changing security protocols for speaking events, reflecting somberly on the chilling effects of political violence.
```
> “Once you say political violence is okay, it fundamentally alters everything.” [01:07:35]
```
- Responds to concerns about “becoming like the left”, emphasizing grace over anger, and distinguishing between justified professional consequences and vindictive cancel culture.

9. Calls for Bravery and Civic Engagement

[58:05–59:45] Plays a segment from his PragerU video “The Bravery Deficit,” urging viewers to speak up rather than remain silent in the face of social pressure.

> “Perhaps your most important job as a human being is to stand up for the things you believe in. Don’t take the path of least resistance. Be better than those who would silence you, deplatform you and mob you.” – Dave Rubin [58:25]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On Kimmel’s career:
- “This guy has cashed in by demonizing half the country. … $16 million a year. That is just … Oh, my God. God, that is absolutely insane.” – Dave Rubin [05:55]
On media hypocrisy:
- “This is not a free speech issue. … If the government was literally showing up at his house in Los Angeles and arresting him for what he said, that would be a problem. But companies can decide if they want to employ people, right?” – Dave Rubin [20:20]
On comparing “Cancel Culture” and Kimmel’s firing:
- “They have spent so much capital and so much time destroying people, going after all of the wrong people, calling us racist and everything else, but now they're gonna stand up and defend the guy who literally lied about the shooting.” [47:40]
On Barack Obama’s response:
- “He’s a great orator, but he is an absolute liar.” – Dave Rubin [52:40]
- “Barack Obama went on stage two days before the election and lied. He lied.” [54:00]
On calls for courage:
- “The mob depends on the fact that everyone is scared to say what they think. Don’t give them that power.” – Dave Rubin (PragerU video) [58:40]
On the current political climate:
- “The answer isn’t that I’m gonna sit up here and yammer about these things … The answer is that we will all get involved. We acquiesced so much room to these people.” [59:05]

Important Segments (Timestamps)

Charlie Kirk assassination context – [01:35–03:30]
Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension explained – [04:05–09:00]
Breakdown of Kimmel’s controversial jokes – [09:30–16:45]
Debate: Cancel Culture vs. Corporate Responsibility – [17:10–22:00]
Political reactions, Trump and Schumer’s responses – [22:10–27:00]
Media meta–commentary (MSNBC, CNN, etc.) – [28:30–32:30]
FCC regulations and false broadcasting – [36:30–42:00]
Comparing Roseanne and Gina Carano cancellations – [44:50–46:39]
Call for personal courage (PragerU “Bravery Deficit”) – [58:05–59:45]
Q&A: Security, grace vs. anger, and left/right comparisons – [01:03:00–01:16:30]

Episode Tone & Style

Final Thoughts

Next episode preview: Panel with Isabel Brown and Andy Ngo, focusing on honoring Charlie Kirk and analyzing Antifa and the radical left.

(Summary omits advertisements and sponsor content; focuses strictly on substantive discussion and analysis.)

Jimmy Kimmel Humiliated as NY Post Exposes His Dark Reaction to Being Canceled

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Podcast Summary: "Jimmy Kimmel Humiliated as NY Post Exposes His Dark Reaction to Being Canceled"

Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Context: The Impact of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

2. Jimmy Kimmel Suspended: The Event and Its Fallout

3. Analyzing Kimmel’s Controversial Comments and Track Record

[09:00–16:45] Rubin dissects Kimmel’s now-infamous segment blaming MAGA supporters for the assassination, despite lack of evidence, and mocks the idea of grieving via "construction of a White House ballroom."

Highlights Kimmel's recurring pattern of “demonizing half the country,” and revisits old clips where Kimmel called for violence (e.g., vandalizing Tesla stations; mocking unvaccinated people).

4. Is This Cancel Culture? Free Speech vs. Corporate Choice

[17:10–22:00] Rubin distinguishes between cancel culture and business decisions, noting that Kimmel's ouster is not a First Amendment issue but an employer choosing to part ways, especially after repeated partisan attacks and falsehoods.

5. Media and Political Reaction: The “Free Speech Crisis”?

Democrats–including Chuck Schumer–react with alarm, likening the move to “Xi’s playbook” (China), calling it autocratic and an attack on free speech.

6. FCC, Misinformation, and Media Ethics

[36:30–42:00] Explains the FCC’s prohibition on knowingly airing falsehoods about crimes/catastrophes, and suggests Kimmel potentially violated this.

7. Democratic Hypocrisy: Comparing Previous Cancelations

8. Audience Q&A and Personal Reflections

Considers changing security protocols for speaking events, reflecting somberly on the chilling effects of political violence.

9. Calls for Bravery and Civic Engagement

[58:05–59:45] Plays a segment from his PragerU video “The Bravery Deficit,” urging viewers to speak up rather than remain silent in the face of social pressure.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Important Segments (Timestamps)

Episode Tone & Style

Final Thoughts

Summary

Podcast Summary: "Jimmy Kimmel Humiliated as NY Post Exposes His Dark Reaction to Being Canceled"

Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Context: The Impact of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

2. Jimmy Kimmel Suspended: The Event and Its Fallout

3. Analyzing Kimmel’s Controversial Comments and Track Record

[09:00–16:45] Rubin dissects Kimmel’s now-infamous segment blaming MAGA supporters for the assassination, despite lack of evidence, and mocks the idea of grieving via "construction of a White House ballroom."

Highlights Kimmel's recurring pattern of “demonizing half the country,” and revisits old clips where Kimmel called for violence (e.g., vandalizing Tesla stations; mocking unvaccinated people).

4. Is This Cancel Culture? Free Speech vs. Corporate Choice

[17:10–22:00] Rubin distinguishes between cancel culture and business decisions, noting that Kimmel's ouster is not a First Amendment issue but an employer choosing to part ways, especially after repeated partisan attacks and falsehoods.

5. Media and Political Reaction: The “Free Speech Crisis”?

Democrats–including Chuck Schumer–react with alarm, likening the move to “Xi’s playbook” (China), calling it autocratic and an attack on free speech.

6. FCC, Misinformation, and Media Ethics

[36:30–42:00] Explains the FCC’s prohibition on knowingly airing falsehoods about crimes/catastrophes, and suggests Kimmel potentially violated this.

7. Democratic Hypocrisy: Comparing Previous Cancelations

8. Audience Q&A and Personal Reflections

Considers changing security protocols for speaking events, reflecting somberly on the chilling effects of political violence.

9. Calls for Bravery and Civic Engagement

[58:05–59:45] Plays a segment from his PragerU video “The Bravery Deficit,” urging viewers to speak up rather than remain silent in the face of social pressure.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Important Segments (Timestamps)

Episode Tone & Style

Final Thoughts