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What’s Next for Turning Point USA? Continuing the Legacy of Charlie Kirk with Mikey & Rob McCoy

What will happen to TPUSA without its fearless leader, Charlie Kirk? Frank sits down with two people who knew him best, Charlie’s pastor, Rob McCoy, and his son, Mikey McCoy—Charlie’s close friend and Chief of Staff at TPUSA. Together they discuss how Charlie’s vision, faith, and leadership will continue to guide TPUSA even in his absence. During their conversation, they’ll tackle questions like:

  • What’s it like working at TPUSA without Charlie and what gives staff members the most comfort?
  • What was Charlie’s main vision and goal for TPUSA in 2025?
  • What was it like to work with Charlie 24/7 behind the scenes?
  • How did Charlie and Mikey first meet and what was so unusual about Mikey’s job interview?
  • How did Rob become Charlie’s pastor and why was Charlie first invited to speak at his church?
  • In what ways did Pastor Rob and Pastor Jack Hibbs help shape Charlie’s spiritual walk and ministry?
  • What made Charlie so loyal to his friends and colleagues?
  • How can people help and support TPUSA right now?
  • Why does Pastor Rob call Charlie “a modern day Moses”?

Charlie wanted to be remembered for his faith above all else—and this episode offers an intimate look at the man behind the movement. You’ll hear personal stories that reveal his heart for the Gospel and the mission that still drives TPUSA today. Tune in to discover how Mikey, Erika Kirk, and the rest of Charlie’s amazing team is carrying Charlie’s vision into the future—and how you can be part of it.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined.org
TPUSA.com
AmericaFest 2025

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Charlie Kirk Conspiracy Theories? Homicide Detective Speaks Out

Conspiracy theories are everywhere in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s tragic assassination—but how much of what you’ve heard is actually true? Was Tyler Robinson really acting alone? Could there have been a second shooter? And why is the FBI withholding details from the public?

This week on I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist, cold-case homicide detective J. Warner Wallace joins Frank to use his expertise in criminal investigations to tackle the biggest questions circulating online about Charlie’s death. Together, they’ll expose why conspiracies thrive, debunk false claims, and explore how real investigators approach cases like this with truth instead of speculation.

  • Why do conspiracy theories spread so quickly?
  • Is there any evidence of a second shooter?
  • Could Tyler Robinson’s Discord messages have been staged?
  • What role do autopsies play in homicide cases?
  • Why isn’t J. Warner Wallace convinced by these conspiracy theories?

As the world continues to process this tragedy and await justice, Frank and Jim will put some of these baseless speculations to rest and point listeners back to the ultimate hope found in Christ alone. If you’ve been wrestling with the rumors about the assassination and aren’t sure what to believe, tune in and hear the facts for yourself!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

BOOK: Person of Interest: Why Jesus Still Matters in a World that Rejects the Bible by J. Warner Wallace

BOOK: Cold-Case Christianity (Updated & Expanded Edition): A Homicide Detective Investigates the Claims of the Gospels

WEBSITE: ColdCaseChristianity.com

*WARNING – GRAPHIC CONTENT* CONSPIRACY THEORY VIDEO FROM RANGEDAYBRO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbaQadkqkzI&rco=1

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Tender Hearts vs. the False Gospel of Progressive Christianity with Alisa Childers

You would think that when hearts become open to the gospel, Christians would rejoice and get to work. Instead, progressive “Christians” are warning about conservative politics. In fact, some of them chose to use Charlie Kirk’s assassination and memorial service as an opportunity to discourage Christians from engaging in politics rather than encouraging them to share the Gospel!

Today, our friend Alisa Childers joins Frank to expose the subtle lies of this movement. Alisa and Frank tackle important and timely questions like:

  • What were Alisa’s biggest takeaways from Charlie’s memorial service?
  • What is the “Third Way” strategy progressives have been advancing for years, a strategy designed to confuse believers, infiltrate churches, and brand faithful Christians as “Christian Nationalists”?
  • How do you spot warning signs in your church?
  • Was Charlie’s memorial service a dangerous display of Christian Nationalism?
  • What’s the meaning behind the “I Am Charlie” movement?
  • How do we best help those with tender hearts who are starting to move closer to God?
  • What are the six lies of Progressive Christianity every Christian needs to recognize?
  • Why should Christians be engaged in politics instead of backing down?

You’ll see why standing for truth and even your local law enforcement matters more now than ever. Be sure to pre-order a copy of Alisa’s new Student Edition of ‘Another Gospel’, which includes discussion questions for young adults and stay tuned for upcoming guests like archaeologist Titus Kennedy, Rob McCoy (Charlie Kirk’s pastor), along with more details coming soon surrounding the security details of the tragic event that took place on 9/10/2025.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Another Gospel? Student Edition – https://a.co/d/fwCaqdX

Unshaken Conference – https://unshakenconference.com/

Alisa’s podcast – https://alisachilders.com/podcast/

Unshaken Faith podcast – https://www.youtube.com/@UnshakenFaithPod

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Behind the Scenes at Charlie Kirk’s Memorial Service

What happened behind the scenes at the historic memorial service for Charlie Kirk and what was its central takeaway message? Frank shares what it was like to attend and speak at what could possibly be the biggest public event in human history, and also highlights the remarkable efforts of the TPUSA team who put it all together in only 7 days while also mourning the devastating loss of their fearless leader.

Tune in as Frank shares clips from some of the speakers and answers questions like:

  • Why did Charlie continue doing college events when he knew his life could be at risk?
  • How do you respond to someone if they accuse you of being a Christian Nationalist?
  • Was Charlie Kirk a fascist?
  • Why should Christians seek to legislate morality?
  • What does Christianity offer that no other religion does?
  • Why should more Christians and those in church leadership speak up on controversial cultural issues?
  • What good has come from this tragedy?
  • What gave Erika Kirk the strength to forgive the killer?

As we all continue to mourn the loss of Charlie, please join us in honoring his legacy by fearlessly sharing the Gospel and having respectful dialogue with those who oppose the Christian worldview. And stay tuned for Friday’s podcast where Alisa Childers and Natasha Crain join the program to share some practical steps that Christians can take to get engaged.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Frank’s speech at Charlie Kirk’s memorial service
Podcast – The Greatness of Charlie Kirk: An Eyewitness Account of Life & Martydom
Charlie Kirk’s Memorial Service – 9/21/2025
Frank Turek with Tucker Carlson on the Charlie Kirk Show
Frank on the Megyn Kelly podcast
Frank on FOX and Friends
Frank on Hannity

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If God, Why Evil? Honoring the Life & Legacy of My Friend Charlie Kirk

Does evil disprove God? If not, what is God’s purpose for evil? Why would a good God allow evil that seems to have no purpose, like the recent m*rder of Charlie Kirk? What is God’s ultimate solution to evil? Watch Frank present, ‘If God, Why Evil?’, which was recorded earlier this week at Western Carolina Univ. in Cullowhee, NC during his first public appearance since the tragic events that took place on 9/10/2025.

Frank will continue his college tour this fall to honor the life and legacy of Charlie. Please join him in-person or LIVE online at the follow locations:

  • McNeese State Univ. (9/23) – Lake Charles, LA
  • Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School (9/24) – Orange, TX
  • Lamar Univ. (9/25) – Beaumont, TX
  • Georgia Tech with Lucas Miles & TPUSA (10/23) – Atlanta, GA
  • The Ohio State Univ. (11/3) – Columbus, OH
  • Univ. of Alabama (11/13) – Tuscaloosa, AL

Resources mentioned during the episode:

The Greatness of Charlie Kirk: An Eyewitness Account of His Life and Martyrdom – https://youtu.be/rVaxvKtw5NQ

My Friend Charlie Kirk: A Beacon of Faith and Reason – https://youtu.be/dELh0xrrVS8

Watch the full presentation with Q&A – https://youtu.be/IXko-id_DNQ

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MAKE HEAVEN CROWDED and Take a BOLD Stand for Christ with Pastor Jack Hibbs

Frank speaks briefly on the horrific murder of his dear friend Charlie Kirk. He’ll say more in the coming days. But now Charlie would want you to hear from Pastor Jack Hibbs of Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, who like Charlie, takes a bold stand for Christ.

Jack shows how in his new book, ‘Called to Take a Bold Stand: Resilient and Effective Faith for a Godless Age’. With over 35 years of ministry experience, Jack shares why sanctification, active discipleship, and making the Gospel central are the keys to standing firm in a world that opposes the truth through persecution, cancel culture, and politics. Together, Frank and Jack tackle questions like:

  • Can Christians today impact the world like the early church?
  • How did Jack rally his local community to come together and stop a dangerous bill in California that put children at risk for human trafficking?
  • How does the Holy Spirit work through us today?
  • What’s the biggest problem associated with a feelings-based, experience-driven faith?
  • How do we hear from the Lord?
  • How has cancer been the most powerful evangelical tool in the Hibbs family?
  • Why does God use weak people to fulfill His purpose and plan?

Get ready to be inspired, equipped, and challenged to stand boldly for righteousness and embrace the Great Commission. If your goal is to “make Heaven crowded” be sure to pre-order your copy of ‘Called to Take a Bold Stand‘ today!

 

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Called to Take Bold Stand: Resilient and Effective Faith for a Godless Age

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The College Scam | with Charlie Kirk – Plus Q&A

Should you send your kids to college? Should you spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on a potentially useless degree while your child gets indoctrinated by those who are hostile toward the Christian faith? That’s the BIG question a lot of parents face today. But thankfully, our friend Charlie Kirk is here to help!

Charlie Kirk is the Founder and President of Turning Point USA, and his new book, The College Scam: How America’s Universities Are Bankrupting and Brainwashing Away the Future of America’s Youth, gives us a well-documented ten-count indictment of why academia has lost all credibility. It’s a must-read for every student, parent, and concerned citizen!

In this episode, Charlie shares with Frank what he sees happening at college campuses across the country and why every Christian parent should think twice before sending their high school graduate to a secular university. They also discuss the truth about some of the statistics being shared by the college industry (do graduates REALLY make more money?) and how to succeed in life without getting a college degree. Charlie is living proof that it’s possible!

Frank also takes the time to answer some viewer questions, including those on studying philosophy and logical fallacies as Christians and how to respectfully push back against woke ideology in public schools.

To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST with Frank and Charlie, be sure to join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into some great discussions with like-minded Christians (including me) while simultaneously providing financial support for our ministry.

Resources mentioned during the show:

Charlie’s book: https://amzn.to/3DCg4lI
Charlie’s website: https://charliekirk.com/
Turning Point USA Faith: https://tpfaith.com/
America Fest: https://www.amfest.com/
Greg Koukl’s letter to the school board: https://bit.ly/3D9lxyI

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Can We Create a Turning Point? | with Charlie Kirk

Frank has been speaking at 15-20 college campuses per year since 2007. The reason he goes there is because the college campus is probably the most anti-Christian piece of real estate in the United States of America. When we conduct a session on campus—it takes our team and a Christian host group on campus to do so—we are throwing a lifeline to the Christian students who attend, and we are putting a stone in the shoe of the skeptics who show up. But too few people are doing this. So when we find someone who is—and doing it remarkably effectively—we want to tell you about that person.

In this episode, Frank welcomes his friend Charlie Kirk who heads an organization called TurningPoint USA. TPUSA has thousands of college and high school chapters that encourage students to defend conservative and biblical values.

Frank and Charlie discuss many important topics including:

  • What are the top objections Charlie hears on college campuses?

  • How do you respond to them?

  • How can we prepare our kids before they go to college?

  • Where can you go for good worldview training?

  • What events are coming up for young adults and pastors that can be helpful?

  • What about starting a classical education school in your neighborhood?

  • How do you respond to people who say that getting involved in politics can turn people off to the gospel?

And more…

Links referred to in the program:

https://www.tpusa.com/

https://www.tpusa.com/pastors

https://www.tpusa.com/faithresources

https://www.tpusa.com/SAS

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