Podcast Summary:

VINCE – The "Finding Out" Phase Has Officially Begun | Episode 128
Date: September 18, 2025
Host: Vince Coglianese

Overview

In this episode, Vince Coglianese takes on the recent high-profile news that late-night host Jimmy Kimmel has been suspended "indefinitely" by ABC following controversial remarks about the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Vince, using his signature blend of wit and sharp critique, unpacks the media firestorm, the reaction of broadcast affiliates, and the broader cultural and political implications. He also takes aim at responses from government officials, prominent left-wing figures, and even former President Barack Obama, while reflecting on what these events reveal about free speech, consequence culture, and the ongoing divide in American discourse.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Jimmy Kimmel’s Suspension and Its Fallout

• Main Event: Jimmy Kimmel placed on "indefinite suspension" by ABC after suggesting on air that “MAGA” supporters or the political right might have been responsible for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
• Vince’s Take: "He’s a vile human being. He's been vile for a long time and it's all finally catching up with him." (03:22)
• Affiliate Boycotts: Nexstar Media Group and Sinclair, two of the largest broadcast affiliate owners, both announce they will no longer air Kimmel's show in response to his comments (05:30–08:10).
  • Direct statement from Nexstar: "We don't believe they reflect the spectrum of opinions, views or values of the local communities in which we're located." (05:45)
  • Sinclair Vice Chair Jason Smith: "[Kimmel's remarks were] inappropriate and deeply insensitive at a critical moment for our country." (07:40)
• Vince’s conclusion: The only thing that got ABC to move was the threat to their bottom line from these affiliate boycotts.

Notable Quote

• "Ladies and gentlemen, consequence Culture comes for Jimmy Kimmel." (08:00)

2. Pattern of Kimmel’s Controversies

• Other Incidents Recalled: Vince replays a previous incident where Kimmel appeared to celebrate vandalism against Tesla vehicles (07:04–07:33).
• Follow-up: Vince references Kimmel attacking JD Vance (now Vice President), and even this very podcast after criticism. (08:50–10:37)
• JD Vance (Clip): Mocks Kimmel's show as "so unfunny and boring and left wing... you have to really be a humorless scold." (09:37)

Memorable Exchange

• Vince responding to being called “the giant tooth podcast host”: “I’m perfectly comfortable with my giant teeth.” (10:37)

3. FCC and the Question of Public Interest

• Chairman Brendan Carr’s Involvement: “Broadcasters... with that license comes a unique obligation to operate in the public interest.” (12:39)
• Carr points to the responsibility broadcasters have and supports affiliate actions. (13:23)
• Vince’s Satire: “Just ask Janet Jackson. It’s not the first time the FCC has gone after a boob, it’s just the latest.” (13:23)

4. Liberal Backlash & First Amendment Debate

• Progressive Critiques: Andrew Weissman likens the current climate to McCarthyism, worried about government silencing dissent. (14:34–15:41)
• Rep. Dan Goldman: Calls FCC criticisms and corporate actions “an obvious breach of the First Amendment.” (16:34)
• Vince’s Rebuttal: Argues this is “consequence culture,” and that the left is getting a taste of the rules they set for everyone else (17:53).
• Ratings Point: Vince notes late-night shows like Kimmel's have lost viewers due to their one-sided, aggressive tone.

Notable Quotes

• Vince: “You reap what you sow. And that’s Jimbo Kimble, who was absolutely thrilled to see somebody canned from their gig. Because he hated their politics. And now what, Jimmy?” (27:07)
• Vince: “They hate this. They hate that they're being subjected to the rules that they created for everybody else. And by the way, this time in a justified way, they're mad.” (17:53)

5. The Left’s Boycott Disney Meltdown

• Reaction Escalates: Left-wing voices now call for full boycott of Disney (ABC’s parent), demanding talent go on strike until Kimmel is reinstated (22:30).
  • "Where’s a Hat" and "JoJo from Jers" tweets are held up as emblematic of the response.
  • Vince points out many on the right already boycott Disney: “Marvel is a dumpster fire right now, thanks to Disney.” (23:55)
• Double Standards: Vince reminds listeners that the left celebrated when right-leaning hosts (e.g., Tucker Carlson) were fired: “Oh this is great, oh this is just wonderful." (26:19–27:07)
• Kimmel, on Tucker Carlson’s firing: “What an absolute delightful shock this is... One of the most despicable mother Tuckers ever to appear on American television.” (26:19)

6. Biden Administration and Censorship Allegations

• Vince details House Judiciary report alleging Biden White House pressured Big Tech to suppress right-wing viewpoints and “true information.” (28:00+)
• “You want to talk about a threat to the First Amendment. And in that case, Tucker [Carlson] was telling the truth and the government was stopping it from being disseminated.”

7. Obama’s Response to the Kirk Assassination and Vince’s Critique

• Obama’s Speech: Calls for grace but suggests post-assassination rhetoric is being weaponized to sow division (36:50–37:44).
  • “There’s an attitude that, even before we had determined who the perpetrator of this act was, that somehow we’re going to identify an enemy... and use that as a rationale for trying to silence discussion.” (36:50)
• Vince’s Fact-Check: Calls Obama’s assessment “idiotic” and “poisonous,” arguing evidence of a leftist motive was clear early on, and the left continues to minimize or distort the violence against conservatives. (38:00–44:00)
• Obama’s “Dog Whistle” Accusations: Vince criticizes Obama for implying Charlie Kirk’s positions were racist (41:30–45:30).
  • Obama: “I disagree with the idea that the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was a mistake... I can say that I disagree with the suggestion that my wife or Justice Jackson does not have adequate brain processing power.”
• Vince rebuts these as dishonest characterizations: “He's playing this game where he's suggesting, oh, Charlie Kirk thinks that black women have low IQs… That is not a position that Charlie Kirk advocated for.” (43:53)
• Replacement & Demographics Theory: Vince argues it was a Democratic strategy to bet on demographic change, not a GOP conspiracy.
• Dylann Roof Analogy: Obama asserts he did not politicize the Charleston shooting; Vince ridicules this as false, noting Obama pushed for gun control in response (49:28–50:28).
  • “What is he suggesting? Well, he's suggesting that Republicans are the reason that Dylann Roof opened fire on a Christian church in Charleston.” (50:28)
• Contrast Drawn: Vince asserts, compared to right-wing violence, left-wing ideology is clearly present in recent attacks on conservatives, and the left’s “lies inflame” this violence.

Memorable Quote

• “All I'm asking for, all I continue to ask for is that people tell the truth... and Obama... refuses to do that. It's utterly contemptible.” (54:15)

8. Bonus: Cash Patel Confronts Democratic Congressmen

• Segment: Vince recaps and plays a feisty exchange where former Trump advisor Cash Patel rebuffs Rep. Eric Swalwell’s questioning during a House hearing (57:16–58:10).
• Patel: “I'm going to borrow your terminology and call bullshit on your entire career in Congress to the American people.” (58:10)
• Vince lampoons Swalwell and Fang Fang with trademark humor (58:10–End).

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

• "[Kimmel’s] a vile human being. He's been vile for a long time and it's all finally catching up with him." – Vince Coglianese (03:22)
• "Ladies and gentlemen, consequence Culture comes for Jimmy Kimmel." (08:00)
• "You reap what you sow. And that’s Jimbo Kimble … Because he hated their politics. And now what, Jimmy?" (27:07)
• "Broadcasters... with that license comes a unique obligation to operate in the public interest." – FCC Chairman Brendan Carr (12:39)
• "There's an attitude that, even before we had determined who the perpetrator of this act was, that somehow we're going to identify an enemy... and use that as a rationale for trying to silence discussion." – Barack Obama (36:50)
• "All I'm asking for, all I continue to ask for is that people tell the truth... and Obama... refuses to do that. It's utterly contemptible." – Vince Coglianese (54:15)
• "I'm going to borrow your terminology and call bullshit on your entire career in Congress to the American people." – Cash Patel (58:10)

Important Timestamps

• Kimmel suspension and affiliates response: 02:22–08:10
• Kimmel on Tesla vandalism & past controversies: 07:04–10:37
• FCC Chairman Brendan Carr’s perspective: 12:39–13:23
• Progressive critiques and First Amendment arguments: 14:34–17:53
• Disney boycott and left’s double standards: 22:30–27:07
• Obama’s remarks and Vince’s breakdown: 36:50–54:15
• Cash Patel vs. Eric Swalwell: 57:16–58:10

Final Thoughts

Vince Coglianese frames Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension as the beginning of a long-overdue "consequence culture" for outspoken left-wing media figures, noting that mainstream media and entertainment have shielded such rhetoric for too long. He criticizes left-leaning voices for hypocrisy regarding free speech and censorship, and forcefully rebuts Barack Obama’s attempt to redirect the conversation about political violence. The episode closes with Vince’s trademark blend of political insight and irreverence, highlighting the escalating cultural conflict over who polices American media — and who gets to define the terms of the debate.