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

Glenn Beck commemorates the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, sharing personal memories from his radio broadcast and reflecting on the loss of American innocence. He recounts the eerie atmosphere of Ground Zero and discusses the profound impact the tragedy had on the national psyche. The episode also features an interview with Danny Burmawi regarding ideological threats to Western civilization and a discussion with Frank Turek on the 'war on reality' through identity politics. Beck concludes by addressing economic warnings, the importance of maintaining high personal standards, and the humanitarian mission of Mercury One.

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Highlights

It was one of the most incredible days I have ever experienced.

00:02:33 · Glenn Beck describes his personal experience being on the air during the morning of September 11th.

We are facing evil. We faced it then, 25 years later, we're helping it.

00:22:26 · The speaker expresses his belief that modern society is failing to confront the same threats encountered during the 9/11 era.

We need to differentiate to distinguish between Muslims and Islam because do you know who benefited from conflating Islam and Muslims? Islam itself.

01:15:08 · Burmawi argues that separating the people from the ideology is necessary to allow for legitimate scrutiny of Islamic doctrine.

if you can get people to believe false things about history, you can control what they're going to believe and do in the future.

01:31:57 · The discussion highlights how the manipulation of historical narratives is used as a tool for social control.

I want to warn you that you should be mentally preparing for a time when our lives change dramatically like 2008 or worse.

01:47:29 · The host warns of potential economic instability caused by rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions.

Episodes

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On September 11, 2001 Glenn Did Something NO Broadcaster Did | Guests: Frank Turek & Danny Burmawi | 9/11/26

Glenn Beck commemorates the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, sharing personal memories from his radio broadcast and reflecting on the loss of American innocence. He recounts the eerie atmosphere of Ground Zero and discusses the profound impact the tragedy had on the national psyche. The episode also features an interview with Danny Burmawi regarding ideological threats to Western civilization and a discussion with Frank Turek on the 'war on reality' through identity politics. Beck concludes by addressing economic warnings, the importance of maintaining high personal standards, and the humanitarian mission of Mercury One.

11 Sep 2026
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Best of the Program | Guests: Frank Turek & Danny Burmawi | 9/11/26

This episode begins with a collection of emotional quotes from Americans on the day of the 9/11 attacks, followed by an interview with Danny Burmawi, founder of the Ideological Defense Institute. Burmawi discusses the ideological threats facing the West and his personal journey of conversion. The conversation expands into a discussion on how Islam and Marxism represent a 'war on reality' targeting individual identity and Western civilization. The episode concludes with reflections on faith, the importance of logic, and a call to action for listeners.

11 Sep 2026
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Remembering Charlie Kirk: Where Are We Now? | 9/10/26

Glenn Beck reflects on the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk's death, using historical metaphors like the Bunker Hill monument to discuss the importance of following through on spiritual and personal commitments. He shares raw footage of his reaction to the news and explores themes of personal accountability and progress. The episode also contrasts the sense of security in America prior to 9/11 with the modern era of surveillance, polarization, and social decay. Through listener calls and analysis of recent political events, Beck discusses the fragility of peace, the need for mentorship for young men, and the strategic implications of recent political developments.

10 Sep 2026
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Best of the Program | 9/10/26

Glenn Beck reflects on the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk's death as a metaphor for personal accountability and the importance of following through on convictions. He contrasts the relative security and innocence of life before September 11, 2001, with the heightened state of vigilance required in the modern era. The episode further explores the profound impact of 9/11, contrasting the unity felt in its aftermath with current societal division and cultural decline. Beck argues that while terrorist attacks failed to destroy the American free market, modern Americans risk destroying their own civilization through intellectual laziness and internal conflict, ultimately calling for a collective effort to preserve the nation's greatness through ordinary actions.

10 Sep 2026
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Lindsay Clancy Jurors Are Speaking Out and It's DESPICABLE | Guests: Jonathan Cahn & Chris Salcedo | 9/9/26

Glenn Beck explores the challenges of navigating a polarized media landscape and the dangers of political candidates who avoid defining their economic ideologies. The episode delves into deep spiritual themes, discussing biblical warnings regarding deception, social upheaval, and the historical significance of the Altar of Pergamon as a marker for unseen spiritual forces affecting world history. The discussion transitions to modern technological and geopolitical shifts, examining the rapid rise of AI, the necessity of domestic data center infrastructure, and the existential risks posed by global competition. The episode concludes with an analysis of the current American political landscape, focusing on the effectiveness of Republican leadership and the ideological divide within the America First movement.

09 Sep 2026