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August 24 · 46 min
Best of the Program | Guests: Patrick Bet-David | 8/24/26
Glenn discusses one of the biggest debates from his time off: the cost of burritos. Have burrito prices gotten out of hand? Glenn lays out the facts and explains how both sides miss the bigger picture and how inflation has made life much less affordable across the board. Glenn explains why President Trump’s actions in Iran are the right move, how Iran is feeling economic pressure, and how this may end. Have we already won the Iranian conflict? Patrick Bet-David, Valuetainment founder and host of “The PBD Podcast,” joins to discuss what you can expect at the Vault 26 conference. Glenn and Patrick also discuss Trump’s “economic D-Day” for Iran and his moderation of the debate between Andrew Wilson and Candace Owens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 22 · 50 min
Reconstruction’s Reckoning: Grant vs. the Klan in the Fight for Equal Rights | The American Story | Ep 19
Reconstruction promised freedom but delivered a brutal fight over who would truly count as an American. This episode begins with the 1866 New Orleans Massacre, then plunges into President Andrew Johnson’s war with Radical Republicans, the rise of the Ku Klux Klan, and the first presidential impeachment. Along the way, William H. Seward gambles on Alaska, Theodore Judah’s impossible railroad dream binds the continent, and Ulysses S. Grant takes on racial terror from the White House. It’s a story of violence, vision, corruption, courage, and the unfinished struggle to turn emancipation into equal citizenship during one of the nation’s most turbulent eras. GLENN'S SPONSORS: Chapter: When it comes to Medicare, Chapter puts you first. Dial #250 and say the key word "Chapter". Real Estate Agents I Trust: When you’re buying or selling a home, you need a real estate agent you can trust. Visit https://realestateagentsitrust.com/ to find the top-selling real estate agents in your area. Jase Medical: Get your personalized emergency medical kit today. Visit https://jase.com/ and enter code “BECK” at checkout for a discount on your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 21 · 2 hr 5 min
"America Deserved 9/11” Candidates are SURGING. How Did This Happen? | 8/21/26
As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 gets closer, we have political candidates who think it was deserved. Filling in for Glenn, Justin Barclay rants against the idea that people running for office think America deserved its most tragic event. A surrogate mother is being sued for $100,000 after refusing to get an abortion. Anti-abortion activist Abby Johnson joins to discuss the issues that come from surrogacy and IVF. Legal commentator and attorney David Gelman joins Justin to discuss the ongoing trial of Lindsay Clancy, who is accused of murdering her three children in an apparent case of postpartum psychosis. Justin and David also discuss the latest with convicted murderer Karmelo Anthony as he's attempting to get a new trial. Justin discusses America's ongoing debt crisis and explains how the Democrats' solution will only make matters worse. A new EPA rule change could bring immediate, drastic relief at the gas pump. New Mexico House candidate Greg Cunningham joins to discuss the current status of the border and the Trump administration's accomplishments. Is the American Dream still possible? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 20 · 2 hr 6 min
Trump Announces ‘Economic D-Day’ As Conflict In Iran Heats Up | 8/20/26
What is economic D-Day against Iran? Filling in for Glenn, Justin Barclay discusses the latest development in the conflict with Iran. The Strait of Hormuz is open, and barrels of oil are moving through, but we’re still a ways off from Americans feeling relief at the gas pump. Author and filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza joins Justin to discuss his upcoming project. But first, Justin and Dinesh discuss the dangers of falling for AI content on social media. Justin takes a look at how the Left’s socialistic policies are failing in real time, which the Left refuses to acknowledge. Justin talks with Nevada House Candidate Marty O’Donnell (R.) about what he sees as the biggest issues plaguing America and how he believes they can be fixed. Is an affordable American Dream still possible after all the Left has done to damage the country? Justin reacts to videos of people explaining why they’re voting for socialism in various states across the country. Justin also criticizes socialist political commercials and points out the lies they’re spreading. The FBI confronted disgraced former U.S. representative Eric Swalwell at an airport, and his electronics were seized as the investigation into him ramps up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 19 · 2 hr 5 min
Fauci Cover-Up Confirmed? Former Fauci Advisor Pleads Guilty | 8/19/26
Much of what we expected happened in the Florida primaries, including Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donald’s (R) winning in a blowout. Filling in for Glenn, Justin Barclay goes through some of the results of the Florida primaries as the state now gears up for the midterm elections. Justin explains why the younger generations are pro-socialism. Jason Buttrill joins Justin to break down the results of Florida’s primary election and what they could mean for the midterm elections. Former Anthony Fauci advisor, David Morens, has officially pleaded guilty to conspiracy to conceal COVID-19 records. Justin discusses this and what it means for Dr. Fauci's future. Retired U.S. Marine and former Top Gun pilot Ed Rush joins to discuss a recent crash in Washington involving a Marine Corps pilot. Justin and Ed also discuss Ed’s book, “God Talks: How to Have a Friendship with God (Even if You’ve Made a Million Mistakes)”. Justin brings on the author of the upcoming book, “The Red Green Axis 3.0: America, Wake Up Or Die,” Jim Simpson, to discuss the ongoing threat of Marxism and radical Islam. Justin discusses the decline in education across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 18 · 2 hr 6 min
The El-Sayed Family Money Trail That Should End His Campaign | 8/18/26
Is Florida the next state to be targeted by the socialist movement? Filling in for Glenn, Justin Barclay discusses a Truth Social post from Trump about the Strait of Hormuz that will likely trigger the Left. How are we ten years into Trump's political career and people are still taking everything he says literally? Justin Barclay breaks down how to interpret President Trump by learning how he uses nonstop positivity for whatever he's speaking about. The Midwesterner author Kyle Olson joins to discuss the dangers that Abdul El-Sayed (D.) poses after it was revealed that his mother worked for a terrorist-linked group. Jason Buttrill joins Justin to discuss the possibility of Sayed joining the intelligence community with the alleged ties to organizations like CAIR. Justin and Jason also discuss the ongoing conflict in Iran. Author John Leake joins to discuss his new book, "Mind Viruses: America's Irrational Obsessions," and exposes all the harmful mind viruses plaguing America. Justin and John also discuss how to heal from these various viruses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 17 · 2 hr 7 min
New Documents Prove Swalwell’s Fang Fang Entanglement Was WORSE Than We Thought…
We’re now 60 days into the memorandum of understanding in Iran. Filling in for Glenn, Justin Barclay discusses what lies ahead as the MOU comes to an end and the stalemate between Iran and the U.S. Justin brings on Gateway Pundit’s Patty McMurray to discuss recent elections across the country and their consequences. Florida House candidate Jim Schwartzel joins to discuss his campaign for Florida’s 19th district and the urgency of keeping Florida a conservative red state. Justin plays a clip of Haley Stevens (D), the failed candidate from Michigan who lost to progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed (D.) Justin brings in Jason Buttrill to discuss breaking news about recently declassified documents that revealed new information about Eric Swalwell and his relationship with Christine Fang, also known as “Fang Fang.” Justin talks with Michigan Senate candidate Mike Rogers, who is going up against radical progressive El-Sayed. Justin also discusses the recent fallout of Dr. Anthony Fauci and the dangers of the COVID-19 vaccine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 15 · 48 min
Lincoln’s Assassination and the Hunt for John Wilkes Booth | The American Story | Ep 18
In April 1865, victory turns to catastrophe. Just days after Robert E. Lee’s surrender, Abraham Lincoln is assassinated at Ford’s Theatre, Secretary of State William Seward is nearly murdered in his bed, and Washington erupts into panic. This episode follows John Wilkes Booth’s desperate escape, the massive manhunt that ends at a burning Virginia barn, and the pursuit and capture of Confederate president Jefferson Davis. Along the way, uncover the conspiracy, the trials, the executions, and the haunting aftermath for the Lincoln and Seward families. It is the tragic final chapter of the Civil War and the beginning of America’s painful struggle to rebuild. GLENN'S SPONSORS: American Financing: American Financing can show you how to put your hard-earned equity to work and get you out of debt. Dial ⁠800-906-2440⁠, or visit ⁠https://www.americanfinancing.net⁠. Chapter: When it comes to Medicare, Chapter puts you first. Dial #250 and say the key word "Chapter". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 14 · 2 hr 8 min
Accused CEO Killer Luigi Mangione Confesses to WHAT?! | 8/14/26
Pat and Jeffy fill in for Glenn. Vice President JD Vance has a plan for how to counter the socialist propaganda winning over young Americans. Executions are on the rise in America. A conservative Supreme Court justice has a conflict of interest with an upcoming case. A CIA agent was arrested for funneling tens of millions of dollars in gold bars to himself. Minnesota has some interesting voting laws. A caller saw these laws in action years ago, allowing someone to vote in the place of a literal busload of people who didn’t speak English. A Minnesota Senate candidate had some crazy things to say about trans “health care” for kids. Abdul El-Sayed’s sister is an extremely radical professor. Pat and Jeffy review the most likely Democratic presidential candidates, including who Pat thinks it’ll be. Luigi Mangione has pled guilty … but not to murder. Two former NBA players seem pretty serious about trying to join the WNBA. James Talarico thinks it would be terrible to teach children about Christianity in schools. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 13 · 2 hr 9 min
You Won’t Believe Mamdani’s New 'Favorability Rating' | 8/13/26
Pat and Jeffy fill in for Glenn. A New York City poll says that Mamdani has a 69% favorability rating. There was an “anomaly” with Wisconsin democratic socialist Francesca Hong’s vote count. Who could have guessed?! A “legendary psychic” has allegedly posthumously predicted two of her five prophecies for 2026. President Trump and Pat McAfee walked in together at the inaugural Patriot Games. Trump gave an update to the war in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz situation. Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico is gaining traction, despite his insanely radical statements. Jenna Ortega is the latest Hollywood star to become disturbingly skinny. Support for gay marriage has gone down ... could it have anything to do with everything the LGBTQ+ activists are trying to force on us? AOC was asked about her fiancé amid rumors that they called their engagement off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 12 · 2 hr 9 min
Democrats REJECT Socialist Candidate in Unexpected Move | 8/12/26
Democratic socialist Francesca Hong has been kicked out of the Wisconsin gubernatorial race. Is this a sign that Democrats are getting tired of socialists? The New Yorker actually asked the co-chair of the DSA hard questions. Why are some on the Right rehabilitating Hunter Biden? Text messages from Dr. Fauci have been released that contradict his public statements about how safe the COVID vaccines were for pregnant women. It has been two months since we last knew the truth about Mitch McConnell’s health status, but he allegedly called Scott Jennings again. Barack Obama is hosting a new book club podcast ... but where is Michelle? A company was forced to relocate an undersea cable to avoid destroying the fictional grave of a Harry Potter character. Is AI answering 911 calls now? A large group of Muslims marched through Chicago just hours before a Jesus march. Marco Rubio made a big statement about UFOs and RFK Jr.’s unusual diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 11 · 2 hr 5 min
Trump Escaped in a Food Truck?! Incredible Secret Service Operation Revealed | 8/11/26
Pat and Jeffy fill in for Glenn. Iran is now threatening to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed until the end of President Trump’s term. Can Iran really do that, or is the Strait opened? And how will Trump respond? School is starting back up. How will teachers keep students from just using AI to do their homework? The governor of Massachusetts has signed a bill that allows abortions up until birth. Mark Zuckerberg wants everyone to have “a personal superintelligence agent” powered by Meta AI. Incredible new details have emerged about why the Secret Service asked reporters to close their windows on Air Force One last month. It involved a food truck and a decoy. Trump signed an executive order changing the recommended child vaccine schedule. Luigi Mangione has returned to court for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, and so have his radical leftist fans. The guys look at the biggest arguments for and against Flock cameras. Hunter Biden gives an update on Joe Biden’s fight against cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 10 · 2 hr 2 min
How Much Longer Can Mitch McConnell Keep the Truth from Us? | 8/10/26
Pat and Jeffy fill in for Glenn. The war in Iran continues, and so do the high gas prices. Will Trump continue his current strategy or hit them hard and end this? The Left keeps trying to block Trump’s ballroom construction. Leaked audio reveals what Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed really believes about Islamism and socialism, and his recent media appearances aren’t helping him either. AI broke out of its guardrails again. Thankfully, it was caught and fixed … but how long will it be until it’s unstoppable? Pat and Jeffy review the biggest movies of the summer, including “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” and “The Odyssey.” How much longer can Mitch McConnell go before he must inform Kentucky of his real health status? An influencer was killed by a Mexican cartel while livestreaming, and he’s not the only one. A WNBA player blamed “white privilege” when she was called for an egregious foul against Sophie Cunningham. Did the trans debate have anything to do with it? Tucker Carlson is interviewing Hunter Biden … and they both love Candace Owens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 8 · 57 min
New Birth of Freedom: Gettysburg, Lincoln, and the End of the Civil War | The American Story | Ep 17
America’s Civil War reaches its bloodiest turning point as Abraham Lincoln carries private grief into a national struggle for survival. From the fields of Gettysburg and the siege of Vicksburg to the slaughter at Cold Harbor, Sherman’s march, and the desperate race to pass the Thirteenth Amendment, this episode follows Lincoln, Grant, Lee, and a nation pushed to the brink. Hear how the Gettysburg Address redefined the war, how Union victory reshaped the 1864 election, and how Richmond’s fall led to Lee’s surrender at Appomattox. It is a sweeping story of sacrifice, freedom, faith, and the fragile hope of reunion. GLENN'S SPONSORS: Freespoke: With Freespoke premium, you get a completely ad-free experience that keeps you focused on what matters. Download it for free at get ⁠⁠freespoke.com/beck⁠⁠ and use promo code “Beck” for 20% off. Chapter: When it comes to Medicare, Chapter puts you first. Dial #250 and say the key word "Chapter". Jase Medical: Get your personalized emergency medical kit today. Visit https://jase.com/ and enter code “BECK” at checkout for a discount on your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 7 · 2 hr 6 min
Trump Cracks Down on Birthright Citizenship with Historic Ban | 8/7/26
Pat and Jeffy fill in for Glenn. President Trump signed two executive orders cracking down on birthright citizenship. A Christian from Iran who survived Sharia law warned that a city in Texas is being taken over by Islamists. North Carolina Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards suspended his re-election campaign amid an investigation into alleged sexual harassment claims. Meanwhile, Rep. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is alive and well ... or is he? There are millions of AI agents now ... is anyone keeping an eye on them? Tucker Carlson, Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Thomas Massie are allegedly starting a third political party, centered around “America First” and distancing America from Israel. How could this affect the next two elections? The WNBA continues defending letting men play in women’s sports, even if it would destroy the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 6 · 2 hr 10 min
Glenn's Shocking Response to Perez Hilton's Disturbing TikTok Livestream | Guests: Clay Travis & Wade Miller | 8/6/26
Glenn heads to the phones to gauge what his audience is feeling on various issues, such as the difference between Muslims and Islamists, election security, and how to get involved in things like preserving American history and teaching the younger generations. What is the Smith Act? Glenn talks to a listener who grew up in a communist country who shares his horror stories of what he experienced. Glenn shares the story of Kirill Basin, a Democrat House candidate from Hawaii, who was arrested after threatening an elderly couple on the beach and fighting with a bystander who defended the couple. What is happening with Perez Hilton? Glenn discusses the horrifying and tragic story of Perez Hilton’s latest emotional breakdown that ended with him in the hospital after going live on TikTok allegedly showing himself engaging in self-harm. Glenn encourages his audience to pray for Perez Hilton and his family as they work through this tragedy. Center for Renewing America Executive Director Wade Miller joins to discuss the dangers of the red-green alliance and the ways we can begin to dismantle it. Co-host of “The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show” Clay Travis joins to discuss his plan to create a 100% transgender WNBA team called the “Nashville Balls.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 6 · 46 min
Best of the Program | Guests: Clay Travis & Wade Miller | 8/6/26
Glenn discusses the horrifying and tragic story of Perez Hilton’s latest emotional breakdown that ended with him in the hospital after going live on TikTok allegedly showing himself engaging in self-harm. Glenn encourages his audience to pray for Perez Hilton and his family as they work through this tragedy. Center for Renewing America Executive Director Wade Miller joins to discuss the dangers of the red-green alliance and the ways we can begin to dismantle it. Co-host of “The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show” Clay Travis joins to discuss his plan to create a 100% transgender WNBA team called the “Nashville Balls.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 5 · 2 hr 9 min
Two Lessons from Abdul El-Sayed's Win in Michigan | Guests: Charlie LeDuff & Delano Squires | 8/5/26
The Michigan Senate primary was yesterday, and despite being declared too close to call by major outlets like Fox News and the New York Times, candidate Abdul El-Sayed (D) is already declaring victory. Glenn discusses how yesterday's election in Michigan shows that a sizeable number of Americans aren't buying in to the socialist mindset of these candidates. Independent journalist Nate Friedman joins to discuss the Islamic takeover of Michigan and why El-Sayed is close to becoming the state's Democrat nominee for Senate. Michigan Enjoyer columnist Charlie LeDuff joins to discuss Abdul El-Sayed's campaign funding. Was it fully funded by fake donors? Due to a series of recent cyberattacks on water utilities throughout the country, Glenn encourages listeners to learn who's in charge of the water system in your city and what questions to ask the leaders. The Heritage Foundation Center for Human Flourishing Director and BlazeTV contributor to "Fearless" Delano Squires joins to discuss the role that black voters play in the Michigan Senate primary race. Glenn warns that to fix the problems in America, people must remember who they are as Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 5 · 49 min
Best of the Program | Guests: Charlie LeDuff & Delano Squires | 8/5/26
Michigan Enjoyer columnist Charlie LeDuff joins to discuss Abdul El-Sayed's campaign funding. Was it fully funded by fake donors? Due to a series of recent cyberattacks on water utilities throughout the country, Glenn encourages listeners to learn who's in charge of the water system in your city and what questions to ask the leaders. The Heritage Foundation Center for Human Flourishing Director and BlazeTV contributor to "Fearless" Delano Squires joins to discuss the role that black voters play in the Michigan Senate primary race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 4 · 2 hr 13 min
Warning! Michigan Is About to Vote for A Radical Socialist and Doesn't Even Know It | 8/4/26
Michigan voters are heading to the polls to vote in the Democratic Senate primary, where socialist Abdul El-Sayed (D) is giving Michigan Rep. Haley Stevens (D) a run for her money. Glenn breaks down some of the radical leftist views and weighs the odds that we get yet another radical senator. What happened with the bailout of Japan? Texas Senate Candidate James Talarico (D) is now slightly ahead of competitor Ken Paxton (R). In light of WNBA star Sophie Cunningham standing up for biological women competing in women’s sports, Glenn finally breaks his silence and weighs in on women’s sports. Glenn explains how everything you need to know about Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayad can be seen by the people he hangs around, like Hasan Piker. What rights do the 9th Amendment protect? Glenn breaks it all down and what rights it protects. Glenn talks about how old parental advice, as cringey as it was growing up, is critically missing in the younger generations. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s controversial government-owned grocery stores are already seeing pushback as city officials struggle to explain how it’ll prevent fraud and scalping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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