The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad

The Untold Angle of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_888)

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Sep 27, 2025
In a thought-provoking discussion, Gad Saad, an evolutionary behavioral scientist and public intellectual, reflects on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, whom he mourns personally. Saad expresses anger over political violence and the chilling effect it has on free speech. He delves into the dangers of campus radicalism and how extremist ideas can 'parasitize' minds. The conversation also tackles the challenges of changing entrenched beliefs, why dialogue is essential for combating radicalization, and the harmful consequences of conspiracy theories surrounding Kirk's death.
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ANECDOTE

Personal Bond With Charlie Kirk

  • Gad Saad describes knowing Charlie Kirk personally and attending events together, calling him a “gem.”
  • Saad says Charlie's death provokes personal rage because he loved and respected him deeply.
INSIGHT

Violence Follows Loss Of Dialogue

  • Saad and Officer Tatum argue political disagreement never justifies violence and warn of societal decline if such reflexes persist.
  • They link the assassination to broader threats against free speech and campus safety.
ANECDOTE

Security At A Jewish Event In LA

  • Gad Saad recounts needing U.S. Marshals and Israeli security at a Jewish award event in Los Angeles.
  • He describes heavy protection even in LA and an overzealous marshal confronting his son in the green room.
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