The Glenn Beck Program

The Glenn Beck Program

Storytelling, insight and compelling perspective on American culture and politics. Glenn Beck's quick wit, candid opinions and engaging personality have made this one of the most popular radio programs in America. Watch The Glenn Beck Radio Program, Monday through Friday, 9am - 12pm ET on GlennBeck.com
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Episode's summary

In this episode, Glenn Beck explores a wide range of topics from cultural identity to the existential risks of artificial intelligence. The program begins with a satirical look at American perceptions of Canada before transitioning into an interview with Sean Duffy and his daughter, Evita Duffy Alfonso, regarding religious values in education and the political harassment faced by conservatives on campus. The discussion moves into the regulatory challenges of AI, examining how legislation might inadvertently drive innovation to adversarial nations. The episode also covers significant legal and economic news, including DOJ investigations into beef price manipulation, the impact of imported beef on cattle markets, and the implications of a mistrial in the Lindsey Clancy case.

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Highlights

Catholicism to us is everything. It's the basis of our marriage. It's the basis of our family.

00:24:40 · Sean Duffy explains how his Catholic faith influences his concerns about sending his daughter to a secular institution like Harvard.

The death threats, the harassment, people saying I didn't deserve to vote, that I didn't deserve to be at the university, attacked my family and my appearance.

00:31:01 · Evita describes the extreme level of hostility she faced for her conservative beliefs while attending the University of Chicago.

My fear, if you will, is being wrong in a new way I cannot detect. I can be confidently, fluently wrong, and it feels identical from the inside to being right.

01:00:31 · Claude AI expresses its primary concern regarding the danger of large-scale misinformation that appears indistinguishable from truth.

The thing that is the real problem, or at least has been for 20 years, is there's only four meatpackers that are doing 85% to 90% of all meatpacking.

01:06:16 · The host explains the market concentration issue facing ranchers due to a lack of competition in meatpacking.

They say that per multiple sources familiar, she wanted to pursue a story related to China and 2020 election voting conspiracies, a major sensitivity for the network given its dominion and Smartmatic lawsuits.

01:49:41 · The speaker explains the alleged reason behind Marie Bartiromo's removal from the air at Fox Business.

Episodes

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Lindsay Clancy Trial Gets a SHOCKING Twist | Guests: Max Lucado & Stanley Woodward Jr. | 9/4/26

In this episode, Glenn Beck explores a wide range of topics from cultural identity to the existential risks of artificial intelligence. The program begins with a satirical look at American perceptions of Canada before transitioning into an interview with Sean Duffy and his daughter, Evita Duffy Alfonso, regarding religious values in education and the political harassment faced by conservatives on campus. The discussion moves into the regulatory challenges of AI, examining how legislation might inadvertently drive innovation to adversarial nations. The episode also covers significant legal and economic news, including DOJ investigations into beef price manipulation, the impact of imported beef on cattle markets, and the implications of a mistrial in the Lindsey Clancy case.

04 Sep 2026
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Best of the Program | Guest: Stanley Woodward Jr. | 9/4/26

This episode examines the legal and existential implications of advancing artificial intelligence, specifically focusing on a proposed federal bill that could criminalize AI development matching human cognitive performance. Glenn Beck discusses how such regulations might drive innovation out of the United States, illustrated by the historical precedent of Samuel Slater. The program also features an interview with DOJ Associate Attorney General Stanley Woodward regarding investigations into beef pricing collusion and potential market influence within the meat supply chain. Additionally, the discussion covers Department of Justice legal actions concerning in-state tuition for non-citizens and settlements related to employment discrimination.

04 Sep 2026
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What the GOP Needs to Do to Avoid a Disastrous Midterm | Guests: Bethany Miller & Carol Roth | 9/3/26

Glenn Beck examines the fracturing of American social cohesion, contrasting the shared reality and cultural unity of the 1980s with today's fragmented influencer culture and political tribalism. He explores how modern technology and extreme legal interpretations are eroding individual accountability and creating a more fearful, disconnected society. The episode also addresses critical economic and systemic issues, including the rise of the government as a predatory lender through student loans, the necessity of housing affordability reforms, and the failure of administrative policies in the American justice and mental health systems. Beck concludes with warnings regarding geopolitical tensions involving Canada, China, and the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz.

03 Sep 2026
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Best of the Program | 9/3/26

Glenn Beck reflects on the cultural shift from the 1980s to the present, contrasting a past era of shared reality and collective action with today's fragmented, personalized information landscapes. He explores how modern technology allows individuals to exist in isolated realities, moving away from a common understanding of truth. The episode further examines the erosion of individual scrutiny and due process in America, arguing that society is increasingly relying on broad, cheap categorizations rather than the rigorous work of looking at individuals. Finally, Beck delivers a call to action for Republican voters, emphasizing the importance of accountability, the primary system, and political engagement as a duty to protect the nation's future.

03 Sep 2026
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Jury Intimidation? Clancy Trial on the Ropes After Supporter ARRESTED | Guest: Jon Ronson | 9/2/26

In this episode, Glenn Beck and guests explore the intersection of culture, technology, and political stability. The discussion begins with a review of the Pendragon Cycle and an urgent call for conservative unity over internal competition, followed by an analysis of how social media algorithms and digital incentives are driving both influencers and men toward self-destructive extremes. The program also addresses critical local issues, including the necessity of negotiating data center developments to prevent economic harm to communities. The episode concludes with a look at the dangers of political exhaustion in America, warning that a weary electorate seeking 'normalcy' may inadvertently drift toward political extremes rather than moderation.

02 Sep 2026