This episode of the "Need to Know Morning Show" with Kevin and Alex is a deep dive into the ongoing fallout from the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The hosts discuss the widespread public and media reaction, including the cancellation of Jimmy Kimmel's show and a bill proposed to make Kirk's birthday a national day of remembrance. They also talk about how Kirk's widow, Erica, has been named the new CEO of Turning Point USA, and the massive influx of new chapter requests since his death. The show also features reports on local weather, high school volleyball, and the return of the Minnesota Wild.
Standout Moments:
- 1:00 - The hosts announce a contest to win Lee Bryce tickets for first responders and discuss the rainy weather forecast for the weekend.
- 3:00 - The show shares the news that Charlie Kirk's widow, Erica Kirk, has been appointed as the new CEO of Turning Point USA.
- 4:00 - A discussion about the cancellation of Jimmy Kimmel's show, with the hosts arguing that it was a business decision based on poor ratings and not an infringement on free speech.
- 6:00 - Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki gives a detailed weather report, including a look at the weekend and the forecast for West Fest in West Fargo.
- 8:00 - The hosts play a clip of Jesse Waters and other media personalities discussing the fallout from Jimmy Kimmel's show cancellation and the double standard of the left.
- 10:00 - A listener's text prompts a discussion about the phrase "it takes all of us," a common NFL slogan, and the hosts' skepticism about the NFL's social activism.
- 15:00 - The hosts talk about the National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk, which was anonymously passed by the Senate to be held on his birthday, October 14th.
- 16:00 - The hosts talk with Bridget Riedel, the show's Ag Director, who shares a story about a company called Bloom for Good, which sells socks to fund agricultural education.
- 18:00 - Bridget Riedel talks about the history of Iowa's famous butter cow and gives an update on the struggling soybean market.
- 19:00 - A listener's text prompts a discussion about a planned rally for Charlie Kirk and the need for people to combat "no concentration camp" messages.
- 21:00 - The hosts play a clip of Stephen Miller discussing the rhetoric used by the assassins of Charlie Kirk and the attempt on Donald Trump's life, and how it's linked to domestic terrorism.
- 24:00 - The hosts discuss a listener's text about a proposed "Kirk Education Accountability Act" in honor of Charlie Kirk.
- 25:00 - The show shares news of Erica Kirk's appointment as CEO of Turning Point USA and plays a clip of her vowing to continue her husband's legacy.
- 27:00 - A clip is played of a 15-year-old student from Utah who is starting a TPUSA chapter at his high school, a testament to Kirk's lasting impact on young people.
- 29:00 - The hosts share listener texts and discuss the importance of free speech in the workplace, and how a company can terminate an employee whose actions reflect poorly on the company.
- 31:00 - The hosts talk with Quincy from CARS Tree Service, who gives tips on fall tree maintenance, including fertilizing, wrapping young trees, and pruning.
- 35:00 - The show wraps up with a tribute to three police officers who were killed in York County, Pennsylvania, and a clip of Stephen Miller discussing the radicalization of domestic terrorism.
- 37:00 - The hosts play a clip of a listener's email, which says that Charlie Kirk didn't preach hate speech, but "speech that those people hated."
- 40:00 - The hosts read an email from a listener who theorizes the assassin was an "arrogant" kid who had previously debated Charlie Kirk and didn't like what he had to say.
- 44:00 - Jay Thomas announces the availability of Charlie Kirk memorial stickers, with all proceeds going to Turning Point USA.
- 45:00 - Leah from All Sauger Meats joins the show to talk about the store's specials and their new smoked barbecue ribs.
- 47:00 - Jay Thomas and Leah share a lighthearted story about a cat that hangs out in Jay's garage and is on medication for schizophrenia.