Jennifer Welch and Angie Sullivan, hosts of the "I've Had It" podcast, have issued an apology after facing significant backlash for laughing at an insensitive joke about the late Charlie Kirk on their latest episode. The co-hosts acknowledged their laughter was inappropriate and expressed regret for making light of the Turning Point USA founder's killing.
Their apology comes after the incident sparked outrage, with Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, calling jokes about her late husband "beyond disgusting." The hosts stated that regardless of political differences, gun violence is not a laughing matter, and they regret their reaction. The controversy has also led to the loss of several advertisers for the podcast.
Podcast Hosts Apologize for Laughing at Charlie Kirk Joke, Citing Insensitivity
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- ‘I’ve Had It’ Podcast Hosts Jennifer Welch and Angie Sullivan Apologize for Laughing at Charlie Kirk Joke: ‘We Regret It’ — Variety,
- Charlie Kirk’s Widow Calls Jokes About Him “Beyond Disgusting” After Outcry Over Dave Chappelle Stand-Up — Deadline,
- Jennifer Welch & Angie Sullivan Apologize For Laughing At “Insensitive” Charlie Kirk Joke On Podcast: “We Regret It” — Deadline,
- Jennifer Welch and Angie Sullivan Apologize for Laughing at “Insensitive Joke” About Charlie Kirk on ‘I’ve Had It’ Podcast — The Hollywood Reporter,