Charlie Kirk Shooting Fallout: Adam Steen Speaks Out on Evil, Faith, and the Fight for Truth

Sep 12

When tragedy strikes, we often search for someone to help us make sense of it — someone who doesn’t just echo the headlines but speaks from the heart, with courage, and with conviction.

In this powerful and unfiltered episode of The Germinate Podcast, host Joe Sampson sits down with Adam Steen, Iowa gubernatorial candidate, just 24 hours after the shocking shooting of Charlie Kirk. What follows is more than political commentary — it’s a raw, faith-filled conversation about good vs. evil, truth vs. lies, and the kind of leadership America desperately needs.

What Really Happened to Charlie Kirk?

As the nation reels from the attempted assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, Steen and Sampson reflect not just on the violence itself, but what it represents spiritually and culturally.

“This is not just political. It’s evil,” Steen says. “The devil is real, and he’s been working patiently, for decades, to take ground.”

This episode goes beyond outrage. It calls listeners to wake up to the spiritual war happening around us — in media, in politics, in our schools, and even in our churches.

Adam Steen: From Brokenness to Boldness

Steen’s story is anything but typical. A former professional baseball player and successful entrepreneur, he hit rock bottom 15 years ago — physically, financially, and emotionally. In his own words:

“I had nothing. I hit my knees and said, ‘Lord, I’m in.’ That moment changed everything.”

He shares how his personal faith journey — including raising a son with Joubert Syndrome, witnessing a miraculous healing, and losing his father to cancer — shaped his calling to lead.

Now, just weeks into his campaign for Iowa Governor, Steen is drawing national attention for his bold, unapologetic stance on truth, no matter the cost.

The Fight for Truth in Iowa

In light of the Charlie Kirk shooting, Steen doesn't back down — in fact, he doubles down:

“If I backed off my messaging — good vs. evil, truth vs. lies — I could probably coast through and finish third. But I’m not here to finish third. I’m here to win by speaking truth.”

He warns that outside influences and “woke” ideology are actively targeting Iowa's values — and he shares behind-the-scenes stories from his time overseeing operations at the Iowa Capitol, including battles over gender policies, freedom of speech, and school prayer.

What Kind of Leader Do We Need Now?

Steen sees the role of governor not as a career move, but as a sacred calling. And in an age where leaders often chase polling numbers instead of principles, his message cuts through:

“Someone has to be willing to carry the burden. That’s leadership. To make the hard calls. To speak the truth. To serve.”

Whether it’s protecting kids in school bathrooms or defending religious liberty, Steen says the government’s role is clear: “Punish evil. Condone good.”

A Message to Parents and Students After the Attack

In the episode’s emotional closing, Sampson asks Steen how he would respond as governor if a Charlie Kirk-style attack happened in Iowa.

“We will punish evil. And we will stand for good,” Steen says. “It’s time we sit back down with our families, look each other in the eye, and build relationships rooted in truth again. That’s the only way forward.”