My Strange Tribute to Charlie Kirk: Finding Unity in Free Speech & The Voice of God
- DJ Valerie B LOVE 🩷
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Why We Must Move Beyond "Us vs. Them" and Find the Courage to Speak Our Truth
In this raw and unscripted tribute, I share why I respected Charlie Kirk despite not agreeing with everything he said. I talk about the sanctity of the First Amendment, the courage it takes to debate ideas without attacking people, and why we must stop judging others based on 10-second headlines. This is a call for unity, dialogue, and the bravery to stop self-censoring your own voice.
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✨ Key Takeaways
1. Headlines are lies masquerading as news—do your research before you judge
"Don't just read the headlines. Do your homework... But we are conditioned because they want to control us. They want us to be on sports, politics, and religion and call each other, you know, them versus us." — DJ Valerie B LOVE
2. The First Amendment isn't just about speech—it's about the freedom to refuse speech
The beauty of living in a free country is you don't have to listen to anyone. You can swipe left. You can click away. You can choose not to give your attention. That freedom—to choose what you consume and who you engage with—is the real power of the First Amendment.
3. Charlie Kirk did something nobody else has done at scale: give platforms to people who disagreed with him
Instead of talking at college students, he talked with them. He gave them 10-15 minutes to debate him on anything they wanted. This isn't a political move. It's a demonstration that dialogue is possible without name-calling, cursing, or personal attacks.
4. The Second Amendment exists to protect the First Amendment—and that matters
A government that can disarm you can eventually silence you. The right to bear arms isn't primarily about hunting or self-defense against criminals. It's about having the power to resist tyranny. This is why both amendments are inseparable.
5. We're overworked, underpaid, and exhausted—that's by design
"You are overworked. You are underpaid. Your dollar or currency, whatever you're using, is getting debased at an astronomical rate. So, you're exhausted, you're tired, you're confused, you're overwhelmed." — DJ Valerie B LOVE
This isn't your fault. The system is designed to keep you too busy to think deeply, research thoroughly, or question the narratives you're fed.
6. Bitcoin is the missing piece that allows time for dialogue and research
When you're not constantly worried about survival, you have bandwidth for the difficult work of understanding complexity. Sound money gives you time. Sound money gives you energy. Sound money gives you the psychological space to listen to views you disagree with.
Episode Overview
In this solo episode, I offer a "strange tribute" to Charlie Kirk following the news of his assassination. Speaking from a place of political independence and spiritual grounding, I reflect on the qualities I admired in Charlie: his encyclopedic mind, his fierce defense of free speech, and his willingness to hand the microphone to college students who disagreed with him.
I dismantle the toxic "Us vs. Them" narrative that dominates our media, urging you to look past headlines and understand the human beings behind the pundits. I discuss the vital importance of the First Amendment, the role of the Second Amendment in protecting it, and the necessity of "common sense" over partisan loyalty.
Most importantly, this episode is a spiritual invitation. It is a call to tune out the noise of the world, tune into the voice of God (or your Higher Power), and finally take the duct tape off your mouth. The world needs your voice now more than ever.
About Charlie Kirk: A Tribute
Charlie Kirk was a prominent American conservative activist, author, and the founder of Turning Point USA. While he was a polarizing figure in the political landscape, he was fundamentally a fierce defender of the First Amendment and a believer in the power of open dialogue.
He was best known for his college campus tours, where he would sit in the "lion's den" surrounded by students who often disagreed with him. Unlike many modern pundits, Charlie was known for handing the microphone to his ideological opponents, giving them the floor for 10-15 minutes to debate ideas rather than resorting to name-calling.
In this tribute, we honor the man behind the headlines: a person with an "encyclopedic mind" capable of recalling vast amounts of information instantly. Beyond the podium, Charlie was a devout man of God, a dedicated husband and father, and a person of deep personal discipline who abstained from alcohol and drugs. His legacy serves as a reminder that we can stand firm in our convictions while still engaging civilly with those who see the world differently.
⏱️ Episode Timestamps
(00:00:06) Opening & Intent: Speaking from God, independent voice, not political or religious affiliated
(00:01:26) Why Charlie Kirk Mattered: Debates with college students, encyclopedia mind, no cursing or name-calling
(00:03:04) First Amendment & Independent Media: The courage to speak, the right to choose what you consume
(00:04:46) Charlie's Method: Giving students platforms, long-form debate, listening to disagreement
(00:06:27) Dialogue vs. Divisiveness: Headlines vs. reality, why headlines divide us, 40+ hours of research required
(00:08:10) Independent Platforms: No censorship on Nostr, Tucker Carlson model, building your own network
(00:10:00) Attacking Messenger vs. Debating Message: Why we've devolved, why intelligent debate matters
(00:12:10) Personal Grief & Response: The assassination of Charlie Kirk, using tragedy as catalyst
(00:14:00) Old-Fashioned Values & Virtue: Chivalry, commitment, paying for dates, moral leadership
(00:16:15) First & Second Amendments: Gun rights protect speech rights, common-sense regulations, civilian protection
(00:18:15) Exhaustion & Sound Money: Why people can't research, why Bitcoin gives time and energy back
(00:20:01) Final Call to Action: Use your voice, speak your truth, listen to God, unity over division
🙋♀️ Common Questions About Free Speech, Media, and Dialogue
Isn't it dangerous to give platforms to people you disagree with?
No—it's the opposite. The danger comes from silencing people and forcing disagreement underground where it festers. When you talk openly with someone you disagree with, one of two things happens: (1) you understand their perspective better and perhaps learn something, or (2) you strengthen your own beliefs through honest debate. Both outcomes are healthy. The alternative—censorship and division—has never led to peace.
How do I know what's true if I can't spend 40 hours researching every topic?
You can't. And it's not your fault. The system is designed to exhaust you so that you don't have time to think deeply. This is exactly why Bitcoin matters—it's a form of resistance against a system that profits from your confusion and exhaustion. As you gain financial sovereignty, you gain time and energy for real research.
Isn't the First Amendment just a US thing? Why should I care?
Because you probably live in a country where free speech is limited. Even in democracies, speech is increasingly restricted by governments, corporations, and social pressure. The principle—that human beings should be able to speak, debate, and exchange ideas freely—is universal. Charlie Kirk's assassination proves that speaking truthfully still carries physical risk.
How do I avoid being brainwashed by headlines?
Do your homework. Seek long-form content. Follow the people you disagree with AND the people you agree with. Notice when media outlets attack the person instead of the argument. When someone says "this person is bad," ask yourself: do I actually know that, or did I read a headline? Most of us can't do this work because we're exhausted—which brings us back to Bitcoin and sound money.
Isn't "common sense" just code for people imposing their values on others?
Sometimes, yes. But there are some things that transcend political ideology: honesty matters. Dialogue matters. Integrity matters. Loving your family matters. Working hard matters. These aren't left-wing or right-wing values—they're human values. The sad thing is that we've made basic decency "partisan."
What does Bitcoin have to do with free speech?
Everything. When you're financially desperate, you'll accept censorship, work for unethical companies, and compromise your values just to survive. When you have financial sovereignty—when you own your money, control your time, and aren't dependent on corporations or governments—you can afford to speak truth. Bitcoin gives you time. Time gives you the luxury of having principles.
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📚 Resources & Links Mentioned
Concept: First Amendment (free speech, press, assembly, petition)
Concept: Second Amendment (right to bear arms as check on tyranny)
Reference: Martin Luther King Jr. (assassinated for speaking, imperfect human, great legacy)
Philosophy: Common sense over ideology; dialogue over division; unity over tribalism
📜 Full Episode Transcript
Good morning, love tribe. It’s been a minute. I hope you are doing well on this Sunday morning.
I’m a little nervous doing this video because of all the violence and toxicity in the world lately, especially with this assassination of Charlie Kirk. It’s important to me to do this because God told me to. I have my own version of God that I believe in, but I want to first name that I speak as an independent. I am not political. I am not associated with the left, the right, progressives, liberals, MAGA, or Republicans. My affiliation is also not specifically Christian, Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, or Hindu. I am none of the above and I am all of the above. I want to get that crystal clear before I speak: I am an independent child of God. Period. End of story.
I am speaking through that lens and from my own perspective and heart. My wish for this video is to pay tribute to somebody who I did not always agree with, but I appreciated the way he did things. There were many things I appreciated about him, and many things I didn’t like. I just need to get this off my chest.
I started watching Charlie Kirk a while back during election season. I saw a video where he was sitting in a circle of about 20 college kids debating them. Words are my love language, so I found that really interesting. I also liked the media company—I forget the name—where they would have someone from the left debate people from the right, and vice versa. I thought that was cool because we need to have more conversations and dialogues in our country. Sadly, we don't. We have headlines and short snippets of information; people pick a side, decide the other side is evil, and stick their flag in the ground.
One of the reasons I liked Charlie Kirk was because he was a fierce defender of the First Amendment, and I am too. We have the right to free speech—certainly not to call for violence—but we also live in a country where we don't have to listen. You can just swipe left. We aren't forced to do exactly what our government says like in a dictatorship, which is a giant blessing.
I loved Charlie’s college campus tours. He would go out in front of thousands of students, not knowing if they were on his side or against him, and give them a microphone for 10 or 15 minutes to debate him on any subject—abortion, God, trans issues, or politics. I was impressed with his encyclopedic mind and his ability to recall information. It wasn't about putting people down; I never heard him curse or call people names. He was a man of God, his family, and his community. Even though I don’t believe everything he believed or support everyone he supported, I respect that God was his driving force.
I watched probably 40 hours of his long-form debates. He discussed racism, DEI, and subjects people are afraid to have open conversations about. It is one thing for paid news anchors to talk behind a desk; it’s another to be in uncharted territory giving the microphone to students. Nobody has done that to the scale that Charlie did. It is vital that we listen to young people and have intelligent dialogues with people we disagree with, rather than just screaming on social media. No human agrees with another 100% of the time.
We have independent media now. I can pop up a live stream and speak without being censored by sponsors or networks. What we are seeing is an attempt to cancel people, but independent journalism—like what Charlie did—allows us to say what we want. I hope others rise up to have intelligent debates about policies and ideas rather than attacking the messenger. Unfortunately, somebody attacked the messenger that was Charlie Kirk with a bullet.
Charlie, I am thankful for your time on this earth. You were a special voice. It is scary to use your voice and stand in front of people who disagree with you while maintaining composure. This is a unique turning point in the United States and hopefully for the world. I pray you are at peace and watching over your beautiful family. I am so sorry they lost you to violence just because you spoke.
Like Martin Luther King, who wasn't a perfect human but was a great man, we are all just humans doing our best. We all have faults. I admired that Charlie didn't drink or smoke; he was a virtuous person and a role model for young people in a time where chivalry and commitment are fading. I recall him saying he would be embarrassed as a man if he didn’t pay for a woman on a date. I appreciated those old-fashioned values.
In my research, I never saw him promote violence or hate. It is easy to take things out of context to make a headline. We are conditioned to divide ourselves—us versus them—but I believe in the human race collectively. I am grateful he taught me not to be afraid to use my voice. I have self-censored a lot as a mother, afraid of judgment, but I am done with that.
I am full of rage because, as a society, we have not gotten our act together. We are allowing violence to happen. I appreciate the Second Amendment because it exists to protect the First Amendment. I believe in gun laws, licenses, and insurance for accountability, but I also believe people should have the right to defend themselves against predators or a toxic government. I wish we could just have a "Common Sense Party."
I’ve had the roughest 17 months of my life with health and family issues, so I’ve been on a hiatus. However, I will be serving you the best way I can with the podcast. My invitation to you is to tune into your God—whatever that version is for you—and make that your guiding force. Use that strength to speak your truth, share your vision, and share your love. Stop being afraid.
Do your research before you judge. It is not your fault that you haven't; you are overworked, underpaid, and your currency is being debased. You are exhausted. That is why I am a Bitcoiner—I want to build a world with sound money so people have time to understand things deeper. But be careful standing firm in positions based only on headlines.
Listen to God and act from there. I am grateful for our country and those who fought for our freedom. I pray that everyone on planet Earth has the opportunity to use their voice if they wish. We need more voices of love, power, truth, and unity. It’s not "us versus them"; there is only us.
I love you very much. God bless you and your families. Have a wonderful Sunday. More peace and more love, please. Thanks, God.
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