Erika Kirk: podcast appearances and interviews

Erika Lane Kirk is an American businesswoman, nonprofit executive, and podcaster. She serves as the chairwoman and chief executive officer of Turning Point USA, a conservative organization. Kirk was appointed to this role following the death of her late husband, Charlie Kirk, who co-founded and led the organization until his assassination in September 2025. She succeeded him as the organization's leader. In addition to her leadership role at TPUSA, Kirk has founded two initiatives: Everyday Heroes Like You, a nonprofit that highlights overlooked charities, and BIBLEin365, which aims to encourage Bible reading. She is also the host of the podcast Midweek Rise Up. Kirk was crowned Miss Arizona USA in 2012 and competed in Miss USA 2012. She married Charlie Kirk in 2021 after they began dating in 2019, and they have two children together.