Matt Kittle does fill-in Firday for Dan

The Dan O'Donnell Show1h 57mMay 15, 2026

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Matt Kittle steps in for Dan O'Donnell on a packed Friday edition of The Dan O'Donnell Show, delivering a high-energy mix of political commentary, cultural critique, and listener engagement. The episode opens with a lively discussion of the Spring Green Cash Contest, emphasizing themes of family, fun, and bills as keywords for winning $1,000. Kittle dives into several major topics: the controversial birth tourism industry, where foreign nationals exploit U.S. birthright citizenship for immigration advantages; the legal battle over parental rights and school surveys led by Kentucky mom Miranda Stovall, who challenges a school district's copyright claim to deny access to a politically charged student survey; and a scathing critique of Stephen Colbert’s final weeks on CBS, framing his departure as a consequence of declining ratings and ideological fatigue rather than political persecution. Kittle also examines the broader cultural and political shifts, including the impact of George Soros-funded prosecutors, the rise of DEI-driven casting in Hollywood (notably Elliot Page as Achilles in Nolan’s The Odyssey), and the growing backlash against woke culture in education and entertainment. The show closes with lighter segments on weather warnings, a bizarre story about a construction worker’s porta-potty mishap, and a satirical take on Texas Democrat James Tallarico’s vegan platform, all wrapped in Kittle’s signature blend of humor, skepticism, and conservative commentary.

Key Takeaways
1

The U.S. is facing a crisis in birthright citizenship, with firms exploiting the system to enable foreign nationals to gain American citizenship through birth tourism.

2

Parents have a fundamental right to access school surveys administered to their children—school districts cannot hide behind copyright claims to avoid transparency.

3

Stephen Colbert’s departure from CBS is not a political martyrdom but a business decision driven by declining ratings and a failed late-night comedy model.

4

DEI-driven casting in Hollywood, such as casting Elliot Page as Achilles, reflects a broader cultural shift that many viewers see as ideologically driven and disconnected from tradition.

5

Enforcing existing immigration laws—like the Trump administration’s 'zero releases' policy—can dramatically reduce illegal border crossings and ease pressure on social services.

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Chapters
0:00
10 min

Welcome to Friday: Spring Green Cash & the Kittle Takeover

Matt Kittle kicks off the show with energy, introducing himself as Dan O'Donnell’s fill-in host, promoting the Spring Green Cash Contest with the keyword 'family,' and setting the tone for a politically charged, culturally critical Friday edition.

10:00
10 min

The Birth Tourism Industry: A Constitutional Loophole?

This is a real violation of what the law is meant to represent. It’s not just about citizenship—it’s about who gets to be American.

Highlight
20:00
10 min

Stephen Colbert’s Final Week: A Comedy Show That Lost Its Way

Goodbye Stephen, it's been nice. Please just go away. Next week is the funeral procession for The Late Show.

Highlight
30:00
10 min

Parental Rights vs. School Surveys: The Miranda Stovall Case

The more we give away to the schools, the more they will take. It ultimately is the parent’s fundamental right to guide the upbringing of their children.

Highlight
40:00
10 min

Hollywood’s Woke Turn: From Star Wars to The Odyssey

Kittle and Christian Toto critique the cultural shift in Hollywood, from the decline of Star Wars’ legacy to the controversial casting of Elliot Page as Achilles in Nolan’s The Odyssey. They question whether these choices are artistic innovation or political theater, and whether audiences still want entertainment or ideological lectures.

High-Impact Quotes
You're no longer working for justice. You are working for a political agenda. And that has to stop or more people are going to die.
Matt Kittle38:59
Viral: 92.0
Goodbye Stephen, it's been nice. Please just go away. Next week is the funeral procession for The Late Show.
Matt Kittle14:00
Viral: 90.0
The more we give away to the schools, the more they will take. It ultimately is the parent’s fundamental right to guide the upbringing of their children.
Miranda Stovall113:20
Viral: 88.0
Speakers

Host

Matt Kittle

Guests

Christian TotoMiranda StovallBrandon Gill
Topics Discussed
Birth Tourism and Citizenship95%Parental Rights in Education90%Hollywood and Woke Culture88%Immigration Enforcement85%Late-Night TV and Political Satire80%School Surveys and Student Privacy75%Animal Rights and Lab Testing70%Cultural Satire and Political Humor65%
People & Brands

Matt Kittle

person

120xPositive

Dan O'Donnell

person

45xPositive

Christian Toto

person

30xPositive

Miranda Stovall

person

25xPositive

Brandon Gill

person

20xPositive

George Soros

person

18xNegative

Wisconsin

place

15xNeutral

Stephen Colbert

person

15xNegative

Pearson

organization

12xNegative

Donald Trump

person

12xPositive

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