Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark How To Raise A Charlie Kirk | Turning Point Academy’s Dr. Hutz Hertzberg
Sep 26, 2025
Dr. Hutz Hertzberg, Chief Education Officer at Turning Point Education and veteran in faith-based education, shares insights on shaping future leaders like Charlie Kirk. He delves into Charlie's faith journey and his vision to preserve Western civilization. Discussion includes abolishing the Department of Education, the innovative hybrid school model Turning Point offers, and the importance of teaching civics with a God-centered approach. Hutz champions a spiritual revival as a remedy for cultural decay, encouraging parents to engage deeply in their children's education.
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Fifth Grade Moment That Shaped A Life
- Charlie committed his life to Jesus in fifth grade after a teacher prayed over the classroom seats each day.
- Dr. Hutz Hertzberg witnessed that faith shape Charlie's life and trajectory from an early age.
Private Faith Reinforced Public Witness
- Hutz observed Charlie's faith both publicly and privately, showing consistency between testimony and practice.
- That private faith made Charlie bold and genuine in his public witness, according to Hutz.
Casual Demeanor, Grand Ambition
- Charlie showed up to meetings casually in t-shirt and shorts and often carried a football as a kid.
- Hutz found him friendly in interviews and serious about big goals, recalling Charlie's aim "to save Western civilization."