The Charlie Kirk Show THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 99 — Thoughtcrime IRL
Oct 4, 2025
Tim Pool, an independent journalist and host of Timcast IRL, joins Blake Neff, a conservative commentator, and Ian Crossland from Timcast for a lively discussion. They dive into the influence of the SPLC on media and law enforcement, and the chilling effects of its labels on public figures. The group tackles radicalization and the implications of the death penalty, pondering societal values amidst political violence. And in a light moment, they humorously swap sombrero memes, proving serious topics can still have a fun side!
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NGO Labels Can Fuel Real-World Harm
- The SPLC and ADL function as influential NGOs that label and smear political opponents, shaping media and law-enforcement reactions.
- That labeling creates an ecosystem that can radicalize actors and produce real-world violence against those targeted.
Tim Pool's Experience On Radicalization Lists
- Tim Pool described being placed on SPLC hit lists and how that escalated to surveillance and censorship.
- He said the SPLC lumped unrelated groups together and pressured law enforcement and platforms against him since 2010.
Search Results Amplify Smear Power
- SPLC entries surface prominently in search results and news, effectively laundering smears into perceived facts.
- That visibility undermines reputations even when sources are weak or fabricated.