US podcast under fire after panellists justify Holocaust and back Hitler
Hosts laughed as guests claimed, “Jews deserved it” and called to “kill” Jews in now-removed viral episode
A US podcast with over 1.5 million subscribers has sparked outrage after guests made virulently antisemitic comments – including claims that Jews “deserved” the Holocaust – while the hosts laughed and nodded along.
The clip, which went viral on social media before being taken down, was taken from The Fresh and Fit podcast hosted by Myron Gaines and broadcast on video platform Rumble. It featured a panel of young Americans discussing Jews, with one guest attempting to justify Hitler’s actions and suggesting “Jews don’t want to take accountability”.
“They were up to something so the Germans wanted to take them out,” she said. “The Holocaust was the only way (Hitler could) take out a huge amount of Jews all in one setting. I already know what’s going on. I’m not dumb. The Jews did something there.”
Other panellists expressed support, with one saying: “I’m with you on that one,” another adding “They started it,” and a third urging her to “Talk s**t about them.” One guest called Hitler “a man trying to save the world.”
The conversation escalated further with a suggestion that “We need to take them out,” followed by a chilling comment: “We got to kill the mother***ers.”
At no point did Gaines or any other host intervene. Instead, he was seen smiling, laughing and rolling his eyes throughout.
The Fresh and Fit podcast has faced multiple controversies over the years. Co-hosted by Gaines – a former fitness influencer and self-proclaimed “alpha male” coach – and Walter Weekes (known as “Fresh”), the show has long been criticised for misogynistic, racist and extremist content. In 2023, it was demonetised by YouTube following repeated hate speech violations, though it continues to operate on alternative platforms such as Rumble.
The video was shared by US Congressman Ritchie Torres, who condemned it as “profoundly disturbing,” writing: “The only thing more terrifying than Holocaust denial is Holocaust glorification. The comfort with which these commentators defend the most evil man ever to roam the earth should send chills down the spine of every decent person.”
The Anti-Defamation League also condemned Gaines and the show, saying: “Their answers and comments are beyond shocking. But what isn’t shocking is that Gaines did nothing to intervene. In fact, he revelled in it, egged it on, and often nodded in agreement. Platforming such extreme hatred and misinformation is irresponsible and disgusting – and it’s not ok.”
Jewish News has approached Rumble for comment.
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