Best Abilities in Motion Podcasts (2025)

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The Left's False Choice Psy-Ops 38:28

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Why is American politics breaking down? One reason is that the powerful keep imposing false choices on the American public? Steve Deace explains how asking the right questions can expose the real beliefs of our opponents and smash through their many false choices on welfare, abortion, Israel, and more. Plus, Chicago reporter William Kelly weighs wh…

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Dumb And Dumber, DC Edition 34:51

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DEI kills... literally. Charlie reacts to a jarring video from the D.C. chief of police which says all you need to know about why the city is such a dangerous dump. Plus, Charlie reflects on his morning appearance on CNBC's Squawk Box and how Trump's tariff-driven economic reordering is needed for America's long-term success. Sen. Mike Lee makes th…

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The Science of Building People-First Teams 8:35

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Scaling fast doesn’t have to mean burning out your people. In this episode, we break down the human science of growth—how to focus teams, run sprints that stick, and build momentum without breaking culture—a playbook for leaders who want results and humanity in the same sentence.

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America's Best-Kept Religious Secret? Learning About Eastern Orthodoxy with Fr. John Strickland 1:12:17

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Thousands of American Christians are converting to the Eastern Orthodox faith — yet most American Catholics and Protestants know little to nothing about it. What do the Orthodox believe, what sets them apart from other denominations, and what has it attracting so many converts? Charlie spoke to Orthodox convert, priest, and author Fr. John Strickla…

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Just Do It! Fixing America is About Willpower, Not Ability 34:08

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Stopping crime isn’t a mystery. You do it by arresting criminals and sending them to prison. As Charlie and Blaze host Auron MacIntyre explain, it’s just a question of willpower. They also discuss the legacy of the Civil Rights Act, a possible indictment of Adam Schiff, and more. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch…

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Why We Can't Abandon America's Cities 34:41

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Is Trump's anti-crime offensive in D.C. a political winner? Why is it important for conservatives to care about cities that will never vote Republican no matter what happens? Charlie delves into the topic with both Alex Marlow and Sen. Rick Scott. Plus, they both react to the continued rise of Zohran Mamdani, his prospects for turning New York into…

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Taking Back D.C., Then Texas, Then America 35:26

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President Trump has declared war on D.C. crime, announcing that he is federalizing the city's police to get the nation's capital under control. Charlie reacts to Trump's dramatic press conference, and explains what is motivating the president to add this issue to his already full plate. Plus, Texas Governor Greg Abbott joins to lay out how far he i…

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Ask Charlie Anything 234: Angry Young Men? Lonely Young Women? College's #1 Priority? 32:45

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Charlie takes an hour of questions live from CK Exclusives subscribers, including: -Why are so many men embracing very dark worldviews online, and what should they do instead? -Why is running for office a good idea, even if you don't win the race? -What should be the top priorities for your time when starting at college? Become an Exclusives subscr…

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The Missing Executive: Why 2026 Demands a Chief Integration Officer for Humans 6:11

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Scaling teams isn’t just a numbers game—it’s a human integration problem. Mergers, hypergrowth hiring, AI-driven transformations—these moves break down not on strategy, but on the messy realities of behavior, ego, and alignment. In a world racing to redefine roles and accelerate growth, we’ve created titles for finance, product, and recruiting… but…

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Teaching Your Kids to Be In The World, Not Of It — My Speech at TP Academy's Educators' Summit 50:19

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Do you know what they are teaching your kids in government-run schools? Are you willing to fight against the culture and take our kids' education back? Charlie discusses the importance of teaching your kids from a young age, why classical education is important, and how to preserve the next generation. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charlie…

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Win Back Arizona! ft. Rep. Andy Biggs 25:51

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Arizona went hard for Trump last fall, but it won't be real MAGA country until we unseat Katie Hobbs and win back the governor's office. The man to do that is Rep. Andy Biggs. In a recent speech at a Biggs rally, Charlie shows how Biggs breaks the mold of weak Arizona Republicans and will put Arizona in the cockpit of executing President Trump's cr…

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Waging War With the Cartels 36:12

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President Trump promised a war on the Mexican cartels last year. Now, he's ready to spring into action. Charlie explains why this step to stop cartel mayhem is both essential and perfectly justified by U.S. history. Wade Miller joins to explain what's happening in Texas and why a mid-decade redo of the census is crucial for the conservative movemen…

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Earned, Not Bought: The Path to Extraordinary Ability w/ Vas Ramakrishnan 1:01:29

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In this no-fluff, full-heart conversation, we sit down with Vasanthan Ramakrishnan—award-winning human rights activist, tech visionary, and founder of Ascend—to unpack the truth behind building a real path to extraordinary ability in the U.S. immigration system. From his own EB-1A journey to leading 150+ successful cases across AI, cybersecurity, f…

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Defeating AI's Best Arguments Against God ft. Frank Turek 56:16

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What does AI think the strongest arguments against God's existence are — and what are the counters to them? Lifelong apologist and evangelist Frank Turek joins Charlie to shoot down some of the most common and most formidable attacks on the Christian faith. Frank and Charlie talk about slavery in the Bible, whether the Old Testament simply copies o…

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Now Presenting the Charlie Kirk Awards — Live South Park Reaction 35:43

6d ago35:43

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Charlie played a central role in the latest South Park episode! Charlie and the Thoughtcrime crew of Jack, Tyler, Andrew, and Blake get together to play the best clips and rate where the episode's satire missed the mark or was incredibly on the money. Charlie describes what it's like to make a cameo on a show he watched as a high schooler 15 years …

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How to Lose Weight, "The Biggest Loser" Style ft. Jillian Michaels 40:22

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Jillian Michaels is a "former fat kid" who discovered martial arts and became famous as a trainer on The Biggest Loser. Now, she is a major MAHA advocate, and joined Charlie at the Student Action Summit in Tampa. The two of them talk about vaccines, whether Ozempic is safe, Covid-era mask insanity, overmedicated kids, and much more. Watch every epi…

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Take Over D.C.! 44:28

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After former DOGE staffer "Big Balls" got beaten up by a youth gang on the streets of D.C., President Trump is talking about revoking the city's home rule and putting it under direct federal control. Charlie talks about the merits of that plan and the Democrats' continuing policy of siding with criminals over law-abiding Americans. Then Russia Hoax…

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Team Design in Motion: Trust, Talent, and the Final Cut 4:08

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In this quick-hit, post-gym episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, AJ dives into a fiery reflection on team design—not from a textbook, but from the trenches. What happens when mid-level talent is given final-cut authority on critical business initiatives? What kind of organizational trust, hiring rigor, and design precision does that require? Fro…

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Russell Brand's Journey to Christ 38:38

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Russell Brand lived not just a non-Christian, but actively anti-Christian lifestyle for much of his early life. Now he has undergone a dramatic transformation, gotten baptized, and become a Christian. He joined Charlie at the Student Action Summit to talk about his conversion, and how the values of Christ can empower a person to navigate through th…

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The Obamagate Grand Jury Is Coming 33:43

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Are Obamagate indictments imminent? And if so, who is getting tagged? Charlie reacts to Pam Bondi ordering a grand jury to look into the misdeeds of the Obama admin all the way back in 2016, and offers a note of caution. Then, Hillsdale Economics professor Charles Steele reacts to the Zohran Mamdani/Liz Warren summit, and the danger this duo's radi…

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Build Around the Brain, Not Just the Resume 11:50

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Not every learner’s built for the sprint. Some need the marathon. In this episode, we crack open one of the most overlooked variables in team performance and org design: the difference between high-rep learners and low-rep learners—and how misalignment can silently wreck growth. Whether you're scaling revenue, reengineering product, or reinventing …

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The 40-Year Cycle — Are Democrats In Trouble Until 2060? 34:56

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Is the Democrat Party in a state of psychic collapse? Mark Halperin discusses the continuing toll that "Trump Derangement Syndrome" is taking on the left even after ten years of Trump. Mark and Charlie also discuss the Texas redistricting fight and what it reflects about America's shifting political coalitions. Plus, Sen. Tim Scott makes his first …

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Texas Democrats Run For The Hill 35:04

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Texas Democrats are headed for the hills — or rather, headed for J.B. Pritzker's fat rolls. Charlie dissects the Democrats' latest hypocritical political stunt and explains wy they have zero grounds to complain about aggressive redistricting. Plus, there are 160 Trump nominees still lingering in the Senate, waiting for an up or down vote that never…

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Ask Charlie Anything 233: Liberal Jews? Gambling Taxes? Preaching to OnlyFans Models? 35:13

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Charlie takes an hour of questions live from CK Exclusives subscribers, including: -Why are so many American Jews left-wing despite exploding anti-Semitism on the left? -What does Charlie make of a new post-BBB rule limiting tax deductions for gambling losses? -If you're a newcomer to politics, what should you read first? Become an Exclusives subsc…

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The Future of Employment Verification with Vault Verify 47:37

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In this episode, I sit down with Donny, Head of Partnerships at Vault Verify, to explore how their platform is revolutionizing employment and income verification. We dig into the tech behind the tool, its impact on reducing admin burden for HR teams, and the broader trends shaping automation in the workplace. If you’re an HR leader tired of manual …

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The True Meaning of Wealth — My Interview on the Iced Coffee Hour Podcast 1:43:38

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Graham Stephan and Jack Selby's Iced Coffee Hour podcast has become one of the most popular podcasts discussing business, entrepreneurship, politics, health and more, and they recently had Charlie on as a guest. They discuss how Charlie built TPUSA from scratch, the top three things he would change in America, what society gets wrong about wealth, …

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THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 93 — Charlie On South Park? Sydney Sweeney's Great Jeans? 49:23

11d ago49:23

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You know what this week is going to be about! Charlie, Jack, Andrew, and Blake get hyped for the Eric Cartman Charlie parody that will be in next week's episode of South Park. Plus, they react to the left's comically over-the-top meltdown that a blue jeans advertisement featured Sydney Sweeney instead of obese purple-haired lesbians. Watch every ep…

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Everything You Need to Know About the Durham Annex Bombsells 37:45

12d ago37:45

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What is the "Durham Annex," and is it the smoking gun of the unfolding Obamagate saga? Producer Andrew looks at the latest long-delayed revelations from all the way back in 2016 that inexplicably took 9 years to reach the American people. Alex Marlow joins to discuss the reports, why the media refuses to touch the scandal, and his timely new book, …

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