Benny Johnson is a conservative political commentator and digital strategist known for his viral, comedic, and high-energy political content. As the host of The Benny Show and co-founder of Turning Point USA’s media division, Johnson has built one of the most recognizable voices in right-leaning online commentary.
He first gained attention as a journalist for BuzzFeed and The Blaze, where his blend of humor, visual storytelling, and political analysis made him a breakout figure in digital media. He later became Creative Director for Turning Point USA, helping develop the group’s youth-oriented video content strategy and live event coverage.
Today, Benny reaches millions across multiple platforms with his energetic style of news commentary, pop-culture analysis, and activism-driven storytelling. His presentations center on how storytelling, humor, and authenticity can shift modern political engagement and communication.
Outside of his show, Benny is a frequent guest at conservative conferences, including TPUSA’s AmericaFest, CPAC, and various leadership summits, where he speaks on the future of media, influence, and cultural engagement.
Benny breaks down the modern media landscape and how memes, short videos, and shareable content now drive narratives faster than traditional news outlets. Audiences learn how to communicate ideas in ways that break through algorithmic noise and engage people emotionally.
Drawing on years of experience crafting viral messages, Benny explains how humor, authenticity, and emotion win attention in a crowded media ecosystem. He shares how organizations and leaders can adapt these principles to shape perception and inspire movements.
A keynote on how Gen Z and Millennials consume and respond to political content. Benny outlines actionable strategies for reaching younger audiences through culture-first engagement rather than partisanship.
In this powerful talk, Benny details how social media can become a force for community-building and activism. He walks audiences through the anatomy of viral growth—how to turn online engagement into real-world action.