On September 17, 2025 at 2:57 pm, Jacob Klein wrote:
Hi Mark, just joined your marvelous club and started listening to Serenade Radio on my weekly commutes. Loved the terrific episodes on Paul Simon (I started at the beginning) and the care with which you incorporated material from that long-ago interview. I've been listening to you religiously ever since graduating from Hillsdale College some 25 years ago. Remember listening to *America Alone* as an audio book when it first came out--during a fellowship year at KCL London I think. Since then I've been a bit of a sleeper agent inside academia. Waking up now that it's long past time to do so. I loved your line to the effect that Tyler Robinson's big mistake was to go to an American University. Ten stout-hearted men are sorely needed in these times. Mark, you have one of the very stoutest, notwithstanding your bum-ticker jokes. Thanks for your fidelity to truth. I'll send a real question in one of these days. At the moment just sending a note of thanks and encouragement. You're in my prayers.
On September 17, 2025 at 2:58 pm, Toby Pilling wrote:
I am in no way religious, but the reaction of many leftists to Charlie's death seems literally demonic. Are they trying to prove the devil exists?
On September 17, 2025 at 2:59 pm, Peter wrote:
Greetings Mark,
I know some very non-political women who attended a Charlie Kirk vigil last night. What was supposed to be a few hundred people turned into a few thousand. From where I'm sitting I can see that something fundamental has changed in the zeitgeist. From your far more lofty perch, do you also detect a sea change, and if so what does it mean?
Best,
Peter
On September 17, 2025 at 3:00 pm, Kelly Harbeson wrote:
As a gay man, I have long viewed transgenderism as genocide of gay teens. Could at least some of the rage expressed by the transgendered be from the awful realization that they are the agents of their own genocide?
On September 17, 2025 at 3:04 pm, John Taylor wrote:
Ms. Gardner unintentionally does an excellent job at illustrating the critical problem facing the west today. How can people like her look at the same evidence that I see and come to an entirely opposite conclusion? 180 degrees out from my viewpoint. She doesn't seem like an idiot, so what accounts for the drastic disparity in her view of the problem(s) and the solution(s)?
Where does the middle ground with such people lie? Do we even care about the middle ground? The differences are this stark: one half of the country looks up at the large white blob in the sky and says "moon," and the other half looks at the same white blob and says "not the moon."
Can countries in the west continue to live together or are we destined to fracture and split? Is this the reset that Herr Dr. Dr. Klaus Schwab incessantly drones on about when he refers to the "Great Reset?" And other than buying a redoubt in the mountains, guns, ammo and freeze dried food and turning everyone into nutter survivalists, what is one to do about it?
Sorry, multiple questions, pick what you'd like to comment on, if anything.
On September 17, 2025 at 3:04 pm, Walt Trimmer wrote:
The Brits are laying it on pretty thick with Trump's state visit: King, Kate, gilded coach and marching bands. What do they want from The Donald?
On September 17, 2025 at 3:05 pm, RushBabe49 wrote:
Hello, Mark-
I hope you are feeling chipper today. My question concerns the British NHS. Over here in America, we hear horror stories about dirty, overcrowded wards, long waiting lists for basic care, and sick children who are essentially kidnapped by the State when their parents try to take them abroad for treatment not available in the UK. I have often said that in a system of socialized medicine, every person's life becomes a line item in the government budget, to be minimized.
Can you tell me why the people are so enamored of the NHS? I have had people argue with me, simply stating the fact that our system here is very expensive, ignoring all the problems with theirs.
Thank you, and we are looking forward to next year's cruise.
On September 17, 2025 at 3:09 pm, Denise from NC wrote:
Here in the States we hear a spattering of news about the gang rapes in Great Britain. Why have we not heard any remarks from the Royal Family about these atrocities? Did these rapes of young girls begin during Queen Elizabeth's reign? Do you think President Trump will bring this up on his visit. Thanks
On September 17, 2025 at 3:11 pm, Chris Davies wrote:
Mark,
I hope you are well.
The Tommy Robinson Unite The Kingdom rally was a triumph that uplifted even my weary heart.
Some fantastic speakers but none better than Eva Vlaardingerbroek who just "gets it".
Turning to the cause of my weariness, how many former and current Tory MPs does it take to turn Reform UK into Tories 2.0?
If ever proof were needed that Farage is now establishment, surely this is it.
Keep well Mark.
On September 17, 2025 at 3:13 pm, Robert Fox wrote:
FBI director Patel's appearance in front of the Senate's Judiciary committee brought to mind your's and Dr. Curry's Senate committee appearance during the height of Climate Mania. Who is a bigger putz, Schiff or Markey?
On September 17, 2025 at 3:16 pm, Rachel Aranoff wrote:
Is it true that we don't believe in political violence/violence over political differences? I believe that the war against the Nazis was moral and necessary. I believe the war Israel is waging against Hamas is moral and necessary. If we don't believe in violence over political differences then why does our government have a Department of War?
Actually, I think we all believe in violence in the face of threats on our lives from Nazis and Jihadis. So when lefties say they don't believe in violence over politics, they are outright lying in order to distract us from the real issue which is that they think we are like Nazis and we all agree that Nazis are a threat to our basic safety and must be stopped by all means necessary.
On September 17, 2025 at 3:18 pm, Steve from Manhattan wrote:
Mark, Since asking your tranny "lover" to delete messages about a premeditated murder constitutes asking the "lover" to become an accomplice to the murder, I am a little confused. Being an accomplice to murder in Utah can get you to goal or even the gallows. Is this type of stuff really considered a touching moment in the typical "Regency bodice ripper"?
On September 17, 2025 at 3:23 pm, Scott Schertzer wrote:
Dear Mark:
So much happens in so short a time these days that it makes my head spin. What's a major news story on Monday is barely even remembered by Friday. I believe that the assassination of Charlie Kirk might break that mold. It's been a week since his tragic death, yet each passing day seems to bring it more attention. The outpouring of grief is much greater than anyone anticipated, which suggests that people who weren't familiar with him or his mission have been struck by his violent death. That there have been vigils for him in foreign countries says a lot.
Is it too much to hope that Charlie Kirk's unfortunate death acts as the spark for a massive cultural upheaval and a renewal of the West? Where do things stand as you see it?
Take good care of yourself.
Sincerely,
Scott Schertzer
Miami Beach
On September 17, 2025 at 3:25 pm, William Kelly wrote:
Dear Mark,
I wrote you last time, bewildered and, unusually for me, at a loss of things to say.
This time, I write to ask for continued prayers for the widow and children of Christian martyr, Charlie Kirk.
I am of the opinion that Kirk, like his hero Rush, is genuinely irreplaceable. But if there is someone who would take that mantle, it has to be a Christian, and like Kirk, preferably Evangelical. There are many good voices on the right that are correct in most things, but as they lack grounding in the Word, they have been too quick to shove aside issues like gay marriage as loser social issues hurting us from gaining bench warming positions in the Congress of the United Economic Zones of America. What do you say to this?
I also think that we are on a precipice. While I no longer leave the home unarmed (God bless Texas), I also have seen an amazing response. What do you think the chances of real change (either current spares seeing the writing on the wall and changing or otherwise losing their seats to people willing to use power) in the US?
In a similar vein, what do you think about the recent protests in London by the English speaking peoples?
Finally, what do you think of the calls to unity by Senatorial foofs, Lankford and Britt? Is there anything more empty headed than a solidly red state Senator?
Sincerely,
-William
Thank you for
On September 17, 2025 at 3:27 pm, Doug Cole wrote:
Hi Mark. While I am no expert in predicting God's next move, it is clear to me that we are in an epic battle of good versus evil. In the end, evil is vanquished completely and forever. And while I pray for that to happen immediately, I suppose that is a bit out of my control. In the meantime, I am encouraged seeing evil being called out for what it is. As Tom Petty once sang, "..the waiting is the hardest part.."
Doug Cole
On September 17, 2025 at 3:30 pm, Nicola Timmerman wrote:
A lot of comments saying that text from the shooter is a fake as it doesn't sound like a 22 year old at all. Calling his car a vehicle and talking about retrieving his rifle for instance. No slang and a lengthy text after killing someone and description of the other two suspects police originally interrogated. Do you think the FBI are covering up involvemrnt of others?
On September 17, 2025 at 3:31 pm, Fran Lavery wrote:
I don't think I've ever seen a clearer distinction right out in the center front of us between pure goodness and pure evil than what is manifesting this past week in the world news. If I thought I knew Charlie Kirk before his assassination, I really didn't. Every clip that surfaces now on the internet seems to be one of a Divinely inspired young man who couldn't have been kinder, more gentlemanly and more sincere in his approach to his fellow man.. The opposite can be observed about those coming out to show joy at his murder or make excuses for his brutal demise. The lies and distortion of what he represented illustrates to anyone paying attention how deep the divide and how far apart the sides are in how we can form a united and civil society. What in the world ever became of the clean cut conservatives of Utah and what I always believed to be the most pristine state in the country?
On September 17, 2025 at 3:35 pm, Robert Norris wrote:
Mark,
I can't be the only one whose mind glitches a bit when the name "Charley" is mentioned, bringing up Charlie Hebdo from years ago. Unlike then there seems to be even less presence for changing course after political murder now. The left seems most uncomfortable with the backlash from Mr. Kirk's death, eager to return to business as usual.
On September 17, 2025 at 3:37 pm, The Notorious Mr. J wrote:
The furor surrounding Charlie Kirk's murder, like many such events, may run the risk of making too broad of a conclusion. Acts of violence like this may represent no conspiracy, merely the actions of deranged individuals, lone nutters that are always with us. When they go and do their demented thing they will pluck at whatever fashionable cause catches their eye as motive and run with it. What this can generate, however, is a sick reaction among certain circles that really might give the original act greater consequence.
On September 17, 2025 at 3:39 pm, Brian from Minneapolis wrote:
Dear Mark,
It should be clear by now if not long ago, that hate speech is speech that is considered hateful towards a "victim" group that if uttered would result in the "victim" having a right to use violence against such person. Each group claims to have the right to violence because of the words people say. I want us to do more than the little things to combat this. Nothing we do is considered to be small in the eyes of the left. If a white Ukrainian pro-BLM woman can be murdered just for being white, where does it end? What can we do to make all of our voices heard and for us all to take the risk instead of leaving more Charlie Kirk's out there just to take one for the team?
On September 17, 2025 at 3:41 pm, Queen of the Jungle wrote:
Hello Mark- hope you are feeling better by this afternoon and show time!
I know your question box will be jammed full so I will ask for your comments on 2 topics:
1. What effect (if any) on Western Civ will Tommy Robinson's March and the Assassination of Charlie Kirk have?
2. Do you think it is inevitable that Zohran Mamdani will end up being the next mayor of NY City? The little Commie isn't just a Muslim, but he's an Indian Muslim. His rise reflects the growing numbers of Pakistanis, Bangladeshis and Indian Muslims who have taken over entire neighborhoods in the city. In fact, Mamdani had moved into Queens to run in a Muslim district against a fellow leftist Dem.
That being said, we are hoping that Curtis Sliwa's animal protection line on the ballot will get him the votes he needs to win since the NY GOP is not helping his campaign.
Best regards from your friend in Nueva York!
On September 17, 2025 at 3:43 pm, Patrick Geagan wrote:
Hello Mark hope you are well today?
If a certain type of people would burn a countries flag or kneel during a national anthem I can see those same people eventually killing their fellow countrymen.
I wonder what Lord Moulton would think?
Your thoughts as always.
On September 17, 2025 at 3:45 pm, Teresa Maupin wrote:
I literally Laughed Out Loud at a headline from The Guardian today: "After the far right's march on our streets, Londoners must show Trump we reject his politics of fear" -- by one Sadiq Khan. Does Cambridge offer a degree in Gaslighting?!! Speaking of Cambridge, if the past is prologue, Zoe Gardner's crew will show up in black, wearing masks, in order to weld clubs. Gosh, they're so proud of their movement.
On September 17, 2025 at 3:45 pm, Teresa Maupin wrote:
P.S. Regarding the wildly successful million-person march in Britain this past weekend, although you weren't able to attend, please remember that your voice and writings over the past 20+ years yielded this lush crop. Thank you.
On September 17, 2025 at 3:50 pm, Robert Bridges wrote:
Over at Zero Hedge is a review of a Michael Rainsborough's essay on Britain's descent into Balkanization. Good read. Zero Hedge has some very good takes on things but it's comment section is loaded with a lot of Jew and Israel hatred (what's new??). Still amongst the piles of dung, here is a good take on the future of the West worth reading. The world's elite have the Miss Gardners at street level .... Ready to wash England into the sewer drain.
Mark.... are you as surprised as I was at the shear numbers of "people" in so many supposedly intelligent professions so enthused with Kirk's murder? What does this portend?
On September 17, 2025 at 3:52 pm, Dan Phillips NE Tennessee wrote:
Revolver News ran an expose on the dark tendrils that are associated with Charlie's murder. Subterranean groups in chat rooms-talking murder and mayhem.
While I take great pleasure in the demonstrations in London, lost these many years ago because of the demographic shift-my question is whether those seismic shows of force in the public square are a non-recurring event. Or, will it have staying power?
The Revolver News article was a depressing reminder of the extent to which the Left has infested our institutions and sometimes you fear that we are but fighting a rear-guard action. Comment?
On September 17, 2025 at 3:53 pm, Brawndo wrote:
Dearborn, MI has over 100,000 people. 54% are either Middle Eastern or North African and that was 5 years ago. Do you hear them now?
On September 17, 2025 at 3:59 pm, Michael Cavino wrote:
Mark,
It is always wonderful to hear your thoughts on this insane world. I hope you are feeling better!
So, I wonder if Matt Gutman and the rest of the ABC News wankers would find it touching if I sent notes to my wife and kids saying that I planned to harm Gutman to protect them from the blizzard of lies and hate speech ABC News spews about conservatives daily. We don't hate the mainstream media enough!
Thanks,
Michael
On September 17, 2025 at 4:01 pm, Monsieur Fred wrote:
Greetings Mark:
An interesting report from Germany last week revealed that 42% of Berlin's police recruits are migrants or came from migrant families, and 55% of all recruits required German language instruction. At first glance this seems a bad development, but is it possible it's actually good news? That is, that native Germans are refusing to enlist for a job that entails oppressing their fellow citizens? One can hope. It's undoubtedly good news that for now German remains the official language of the Berlin police force, and we're not reading that 45% of the recruits require Arabic language instruction.
On September 17, 2025 at 4:02 pm, George Pereira wrote:
Mark,
News from the Deranged Dominion!
More news about Biden and his EPA!
"...There was $160 million that went to a Canadian electric vehicle bus manufacturer. The Biden administration sent all of the money — They gave all the money up front. Well, guess what? They just declared bankruptcy.
They still haven't provided $95 million worth of school buses to 55 school districts. It's the American taxpayer that gets screwed."
Other news about Lion Buses (Lion Electric Company/La Compagnie Électrique Lion):
Three of their school buses burst into flames with children aboard. The kids got out safely.
None of the buses work after 30 days and the school districts are finding the buses can't be repaired.
All of the buses have been pulled from service.
Lion has pulled out of the US entirely. (Feel free to insert your own off-color humor here!)
While taxpayer money has disappeared Marc Bédard, close friend of Justina Trudeau, walked away with $13.1 million. Even in Canadian money that's a lot.
Two closing comments:
First, is anyone surprised?
Last, I imagine RFK is right about now overjoyed he didn't become the EPA director for Brandon.
On September 17, 2025 at 4:03 pm, Peter Marsh wrote:
Hi Mark,
I used to look forward to seeing you on Tucker Carlson's show on Fox. You were great.
I've heard that Tucker has recently gone off the reservation with antisemitism and revisionist views of World War II.
Do you know if that's accurate? If so, what the heck happened, in your opinion?
Thanks,
Pete
On September 17, 2025 at 4:05 pm, James Moldenhauer wrote:
Serious TDS in Britain. Goody.
On September 17, 2025 at 4:06 pm, Steven Iles wrote:
Rarely get to listen live, glad to today! No question from me, just glad the team is doing all the things you do
On September 17, 2025 at 4:07 pm, Rachel Aranoff wrote:
Hi Mark! Thank you for your fabulous columns over this past week. They have added insight and laughter during a tough time.
I can't keep track of how many surveys have come out showing that a large percentage of lefties think it's ok to respond to hate speech with violence. There is a survey of Harvard students, college students, Americans, people who identify as liberals and the list goes on. Right wing columnists like to quote these stats so they can prove the left believes in violence. Stating these stats feels pathetic to me. The former director of the FBI posted on X "8647" Need we say more? Will more proof change anything? Not only do I think it won't change anything but I feel it's degrading of us to keep trying to make the same point over and over. It's like a childish tantrum. But then what should we do?
On September 17, 2025 at 4:11 pm, Michael Baker wrote:
"Forgive and Forget" I forgive you for what you did to "Perfidia'. I hope I can forget.
On September 17, 2025 at 4:12 pm, Erick Redmon wrote:
Why your omission of a trenchant response to that 2:59pm from "Peter", re zeitgeist-change-of-life?
