Podcaster Pleads for Support After Advertisers Withdraw

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Democrat podcaster Jennifer Welch urged her audience to support her show financially after advertisers withdrew due to her comments on Charlie Kirk. In a recent episode of her podcast, Welch laughed at a social media post that referenced digging up Kirk’s body, prompting sponsors to cut ties with her program.

Welch Seeks Financial Support

Welch, known for her podcast I’ve Had It, encouraged listeners to subscribe through YouTube or Substack to continue funding her show. She emphasized that while basic access was free, financial support was crucial for the program’s survival.

“Just to subscribe to YouTube or anywhere you get your podcast is free,” Welch said. “If you want to sponsor us financially, you can become a member on YouTube or join us on Substack.” She also promoted her book, Not Today, Fascists, during the episode.

Claiming Growth Amid Boycott

Welch claimed that the boycott had helped her gain nearly 30,000 new followers, though the figure has not been independently verified. She stated that the backlash from Turning Point USA had led to increased support for her show.

“Ever since Turning Point put a target on us, our numbers have grown and they’re going to continue to grow all week,” Welch said. She defended her show’s approach, stating that her brand of political activism was not for everyone but resonated with her core audience.

Turning Point Rejects Responsibility

Andrew Kolvet, a spokesman for Turning Point USA, denied Welch’s claims that the organization was responsible for the loss of sponsors. He listed 21 companies that had severed ties with the show or clarified they were never associated with it, including Cash App, Chewy, and Boll & Branch.

“You are,” Kolvet said, in response to Welch’s accusations. He added, “Just don’t legitimize political violence.”

Apology and Donation

Welch and her co-host Angie “Pumps” Sullivan apologized on Instagram and announced a donation to Everytown for Gun Safety. By Monday, Welch had returned to criticizing Kirk, calling him a “vile, unrepentant racist.”

Source: Breitbart

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Connor Davis