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Tim discusses the tragic event on Sept. 10th that led to the end of Charlie Kirk’s life and shares his thoughts on the public’s reaction to it. Tim also sits down for an interview with journalist and editor of ‘The Grayzone’, Max Blumethal, to discuss his recently published piece on Charlie Kirk. They discuss key events in Charlie’s life leading up to Sept. 10th and, specifically, his refusal to accept a massive funding offer from Benjamin Netanyahu.

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The Silencing Of Charlie Kirk | The Tim Dillon Show #461

This episode of The Tim Dillon Show features a discussion about the death of Charlie Kirk and an interview with Max Blumenthal, editor of ‘The Grayzone,’ who co-authored an article about the pressures Kirk faced in the months leading up to his death. Dillon expresses his dismay at the gleeful reactions to Kirk’s death and Blumenthal shares insights into Kirk’s evolving views on Israeli influence in American politics.

Key Points:

• Tim Dillon’s Reaction to Public Response:
  • Dillon expresses shock and disgust at the celebratory reactions to Charlie Kirk’s murder, emphasizing the lack of humanity in celebrating such a tragedy.
  • He highlights the importance of disagreeing with someone without delighting in their death, calling the opposite reaction a sign of spiritual and emotional distress.
  • Dillon acknowledges his own history with dark comedy but draws a line at celebrating the assassination of a person, especially considering the impact on their family.
• Max Blumenthal’s Insights on Charlie Kirk:
  • Blumenthal, who had been following Kirk’s career for a decade, initially viewed him as a key figure in advancing Israel’s agenda within the conservative youth movement.
  • He notes a shift in Kirk’s views, particularly after October 7th, as Kirk began to question Israeli influence in American politics and the US-Israel relationship.
  • Blumenthal describes the “[Groyper] Wars,” where Kirk was confronted by anti-Israel activists, and the increasing pressure from the conservative grassroots to prioritize “America First.”
• Kirk’s Questioning of Israeli Influence:
  • Kirk started making subtle criticisms, such as questioning Israel’s role in the October 7th attacks and Jeffrey Epstein’s connections to Israeli intelligence.
  • These shifts became more public at a TPUSA youth summit where speakers questioned Israeli influence and criticized figures like Bill Ackman for their pro-Israel stance.
  • This led to public attacks on Kirk from prominent Zionist figures in the media and, reportedly, direct pressure from Benjamin Netanyahu.
• The Pressure on Kirk:
  • Blumenthal reveals that Kirk was under immense pressure from Israeli billionaires and political figures due to his questioning of Israeli policies and influence.
  • Netanyahu himself allegedly offered Kirk a substantial sum of money to maintain a pro-Israel stance, which Kirk refused.
  • This refusal and the subsequent pressure contributed to the mental and emotional strain Kirk experienced in the months before his death.
• Dillon’s Concerns about Violence and Political Discourse:
  • Dillon expresses concern about the increasing acceptance of violence in political discourse and the dehumanization of opponents.
  • He argues that celebrating someone’s death, regardless of political disagreements, is a dangerous path that threatens the future of American society.
  • Dillon emphasizes the importance of maintaining conversations and debates, even with those with whom one fundamentally disagrees.

Highlights:

• Dillon’s visceral reaction to the video of Kirk’s death and the subsequent celebratory responses.
• Blumenthal’s description of Kirk’s transformation from a staunch supporter of Israel to someone questioning its influence.
• The revelation that Benjamin Netanyahu personally offered Kirk a large sum of money to maintain his pro-Israel stance.
• The broader context of increasing tensions between conservative youth and the traditional pro-Israel establishment.
• Dillon’s warning about the dangers of dehumanization and the normalization of political violence.

About Channel:

Stand up comic. CEO of Fake Business. Podcast: The Tim Dillon Show.

Tim Dillon is American stand-up comedian, writer and actor. Known for his no-holds-barred humor and incisive social commentary, Dillon’s comedy has captured audiences around the globe. His podcast, “The Tim Dillon Show,” averages a million viewers a week between video and audio downloads.

He tours theaters internationally and has a Netflix Special, “Tim Dillon: A Real Hero.” Tim has been a guest on the Joe Rogan Experience 13 times.

As an actor, Tim has appeared in the movie Thanksgiving (2023) and is set to be in more major projects in 2024.

His Book ”Death by Boomers: How the Worst Generation Destroyed the Planet, but First a Child” will be published later in 2024.^[1]