The Michael Knowles Show

Ep. 1818 - The Whole Jimmy Kimmel Firing Saga Is A Lie

Sep 19, 2025
New revelations emerge regarding Jimmy Kimmel's firing, sparking debate and criticism. Rashida Tlaib's labeling of conservatives as 'fascists' ignites controversy just after a tragic event involving Charlie Kirk. The discussion also dives into the incitement of violence by some left-wing figures and the serious implications of online content on crime. Additionally, Chicago's mayor's comments about jails being a 'sickness' lead to a deeper analysis of punishment as a form of rehabilitation versus the decay of culture.
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INSIGHT

Kimmel Suspension Driven By Market Forces

  • Michael J. Knowles argues Jimmy Kimmel's suspension followed normal market and corporate pressures, not primarily FCC coercion.
  • He cites Hollywood Reporter reporting showing sponsors, Disney leadership, and audience outrage drove the action.
INSIGHT

'Fascist' Rhetoric Can Enable Violence

  • Knowles connects left-wing rhetoric labeling conservatives as fascists to justification for political violence.
  • He argues the assassination of Charlie Kirk reveals that such labeling can enable murder.
ADVICE

Use Consequences To Protect Public Square

  • Enforce consequences: Knowles urges continued firings, ostracism, and legal accountability for incitement.
  • He recommends using political power now to defend the public square and deter violence.
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