Timcast IRL · December 9, 2025 · 2h 0m
Shots Fired At Timcast Studio, Man Arrested For Stalking Benny, Loomer, Matt Walsh w/ Gary the Numbers Guy
Featuring: Gary the Numbers Guy
Episode Recap
On this episode of Timcast IRL, Tim Pool opened with a serious and alarming revelation about security threats to his studio. A vehicle approached the property with shots fired - one initial shot followed by two more as it aligned with the studio. Pool explained they had received credible threats to shoot up the studio and kill them months prior, and routinely experience harassment including people idling cars in front of the property at night. The episode also covered the arrest of a man for stalking conservative figures Benny Johnson, Laura Loomer, and Matt Walsh, with threats to kill Matt Walsh and his family. The hosts discussed the politically charged environment following the murder of Charlie Kirk, with Pool noting how Turning Point USA has been unfairly targeted by some in the political sphere. The episode featured Gary the Numbers Guy discussing numerology and astrology, as well as Shane from Inverter World Live sharing a biblical quote about courage. Pool addressed the difficult decision about whether to continue the show given the escalating threats, noting that after three shots were fired, moving or shutting down no longer feels premature.
TL;DR
- →Shots were fired at Timcast studio - one initial shot and two more as a vehicle aligned with the building - with no confirmed suspects but prior credible threats received
- →A man was arrested for stalking conservative figures Benny Johnson, Laura Loomer, and Matt Walsh, with specific threats to kill Matt Walsh and his family
- →The murder of Charlie Kirk and subsequent threats against Tim Pool were discussed as part of escalating political violence
- →Pool revealed routine harassment including people idling cars at the property at night and security incidents at their old residence
- →Gary the Numbers Guy joined to discuss numerology and astrology as 'cheat codes' in what he believes is a virtual reality
- →Pool expressed uncertainty about the future of the show, stating three shots fired 'doesn't feel premature anymore' regarding potential shutdown
Key Moments
- 0:00OpeningTim Pool opens with the alarming news about shots fired at the studio and ongoing threats
- 8:00Studio SecurityDetails about the shooting incident, prior threats, and harassment of the property
- 30:00Stalking ArrestsDiscussion of the man arrested for stalking Benny Johnson, Laura Loomer, and Matt Walsh
- 60:00Political ViolenceAnalysis of Charlie Kirk's murder and the state of political discourse
- 90:00Guest SegmentGary the Numbers Guy joins to discuss numerology and astrology perspectives
Notable Quotes
“A vehicle was slowly approaching the property when it got a... I got to keep some of the details vague just for security reasons, but... One shot was fired. It then picks up speed. And then once it lines up at the studio, two more shots are fired.”
— Tim Pool · opening segment about the shooting incident
“Based on the threats that we had already received, threats to shoot up the studio and to kill us, we're just operating this under the presumption. It's targeted.”
— Tim Pool · main discussion about security threats
“I believe this is a virtual reality we live in and I believe numerology and astrology cheat codes.”
— Gary the Numbers Guy · guest segment explaining his work
“We had talked about how if we decide to make a move, isolate, shut down, whatever it is, it will feel premature. I feel like now after three shots are fired at our studio, it doesn't feel premature anymore.”
— Tim Pool · closing thoughts on show future
“Bravery is the name of the game, my man.”
— Ian Crossland · panel reaction to security discussion
Mentioned
About the Guests
Ian Crossland is a co-host on Timcast IRL, regularly appearing alongside Tim Pool to discuss news and current events with analysis and commentary.