The Megyn Kelly Show Jimmy Kimmel and Sore Cultural Losers, and Charlie Kirk's Spiritual Revival, with Steve Bannon and Frank Turek | Ep. 1153
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Sep 19, 2025 
Joining the conversation are Steve Bannon, a conservative strategist and host of War Room, and Frank Turek, a Christian author and mentor to the late Charlie Kirk. They delve into the fallout from Jimmy Kimmel's controversial comments on Kirk, exploring media credibility and censorship. Bannon critiques the cultural shifts, while Turek shares poignant insights on Kirk's faith, final moments, and his mission to inspire youth in faith and family. Their reflections spotlight the intersection of politics, faith, and community in today's landscape.
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Kimmel Suspension Triggered By Backlash
- Jimmy Kimmel's monologue accusing MAGA of capitalizing on Charlie Kirk's death sparked major backlash and corporate action.
- Disney/ABC suspended Kimmel after affiliates and regulators pressured them over content and potential public interest violations.
Affiliates Forced Disney's Hand
- Corporate affiliates threatened to drop Kimmel's show, forcing Disney to act to protect affiliate relationships.
- Steve Bannon frames the move as market pushback and a sign of shifting cultural power toward conservatives.
Kirk's Death Shifted Cultural Power
- The left's intense reaction to Kimmel's suspension reflects fear of conservative grassroots energy after Charlie Kirk's death.
- Bannon argues the movement's self-organizing vigils show cultural power that threatens corporate media.
