Mark Levin Podcast — April 11, 2026

Episode: "Unmasking the Anti-American Agitators"

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Brief Overview

In this passionate and intense episode, Mark Levin tackles what he perceives as a coordinated assault on American values and national unity, drawing parallels between the U.S. today and the turbulent periods leading up to World War II. Levin explores the psychological readiness of Americans to confront existential threats, exposes the funding and agitation by alleged anti-American actors and foreign powers, and sharply criticizes prominent figures, media organizations, and politicians whom he accuses of undermining national security and social cohesion. The episode is also interwoven with commentary on current news, the Israel-Iran conflict, antisemitism, media bias, and the latest political scandals.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. The State of the Nation: Propaganda and Division

Theme:
Levin opens by warning listeners of the overwhelming “propaganda” and “agitprop” saturating American society, blaming this on hostile foreign actors, left-wing billionaires (notably George Soros), the Democratic Party, and an “intimidation industry” that targets dissenters.

Notable Quote:

"You get battered with a lot of static, a lot of propaganda, a lot of agit prop, a lot of partisanship...not all spontaneous. Some of it, if not much of it, has been funded by enemy countries, by billionaires who try to take down our country, Soros and others."
—Mark Levin (02:24)

Insight:
Levin asserts U.S. institutions—from Congress to universities—are infiltrated or influenced by “Marxist Islamists” and “the woke Reich,” and the foundational principles of civil society are under siege.

2. Historical Parallels: Churchill’s “Wilderness Years” and American Unpreparedness

Theme:
Levin draws a powerful analogy to Winston Churchill’s warnings before WWII, describing Churchill’s isolation, prescient warnings, and ultimate vindication.

Notable Quote:

"Churchill's warnings about Hitler, however, were not simply about the number of tanks and planes...It was the character and designs of a nation's leaders that determined war or peace."
—Mark Levin (08:43)

Insight:
He argues that much like the appeasement and naivete before WWII, the U.S. today is psychologically unprepared for emerging threats, particularly from Iran and its pursuit of nuclear weapons.

Timestamps:

• [05:25] — Churchill “wilderness years” story begins
• [08:15] — Churchill’s warnings and historical context

3. Psychologies of Crisis & American Complacency

Theme:
Levin voices grave concern over whether Americans, especially among the elite and media, are prepared to confront real threats.

Notable Quote:

"Are we psychologically prepared to stand up to this? I mean, we know the President is, we know a number of us are, but what about the rest of the country?"
—Mark Levin (11:30)

Insight:
He laments that arguments opposing military action are often reduced to complaints about gas prices, rather than national security imperatives, suggesting that such indifference emboldens U.S. adversaries, especially China.

4. Accusations of Anti-American and Antisemitic Agitation

Theme:
Levin links the current rise in antisemitism—with figures on both the far left and “woke right” as culprits—to 1930s Germany, and names a variety of political figures, media personalities, and outlets as sowing division or peddling hate.

Notable Quotes:

"It's not just about isolationism, It's about Third Reichism. With a Nick Fuentes, with a Tucker Carlson, with an Alex Jones, with a Steve Bannon..."
—Mark Levin (15:10)

Timestamp:

• [14:29] — 1930s comparison and antisemitism

5. Media Critique: Attacks on Levin and Conservative Voices

Theme:
Levin wages a personal and ideological war against Colby Hall (Mediaite) and other aggregation sites, denouncing them as sleazy, dishonest, and dedicated to silencing conservative voices.

Notable Quotes:

"They produce nothing original. Zero. They slap a sensationalistic headline on it and then they twist it in some kind of a left wing way."
—Mark Levin (23:13)

Timestamp:

• [20:39] — Criticism of Mediaite and Colby Hall initiated

6. “Aid and Comfort to the Enemy”: Critique of Mayor Eric Adams and CAIR

Theme:
Levin lambasts New York City’s mayor for expressing moral opposition to the Iran war on Al Jazeera, arguing Adams is parroting enemy propaganda and giving “aid and comfort” to hostile regimes. He also targets leaders from CAIR for spreading anti-U.S. and anti-Israel rhetoric.

Notable Quotes:

"So the moral opposition is on behalf of the enemy and against us. That’s his moral position. The mayor of New York City."
—Mark Levin (29:07)
"There’s a massive propaganda campaign going on in this country. A lot of it is funded by foreign governments, like Qatar."
—Mark Levin (36:27)

Timestamps:

• [28:53] — Mayor Adams Al Jazeera segment
• [36:00, 39:42] — CAIR LA Director segment

7. Foreign Influence, PsyOps, and Propaganda

Theme:
Beyond ideological conflict, Levin alleges billions of dollars are flooding into the U.S. from adversaries like China, Qatar, and Iran to support propaganda campaigns and social division.

Notable Quote:

"There's a whole PSYOP operation going on in this country."
—Mark Levin (37:00)

8. Exclusion from MAGA: Trump’s Renunciation of Dissidents

Theme:
Levin celebrates Trump’s public disavowal and exclusion of figures like Tucker Carlson, Alex Jones, and others he regards as reactionary, conspiratorial, or damaging to the conservative movement. He compares their removal to Buckley’s ousting of the John Birch Society.

Notable Quotes:

"The president has renounced them. He's exiled them from MAGA the way Bill Buckley exiled Pat Buchanan, the John Birch Society, and other bigots."
—Mark Levin (63:32)

Timestamps:

• [58:02] — Discussion of polling: Trump vs. Tucker Carlson (Harry Enten segment)
• [61:13] — Rhetorical evisceration of dissident figures

9. Major Political Developments: Swalwell Scandal

Theme:
Levin covers the unfolding sexual assault allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell, detailing the fallout and reactions from various Democratic Party leaders.

Notable Quotes:

"The dominoes tumbled quickly… Top staffers departed the campaign shortly before the Chronicle story published. Major endorsers began rescinding or pausing their support."
—Mark Levin (86:36–90:14, paraphrased)

10. Reflections on Mortality: Ben Sasse’s Cancer Battle

Theme:
A somber interlude as Levin recounts ex-Sen. Ben Sasse’s diagnosis and reflections on mortality, courage, and legacy, referencing a moving recent podcast interview.

Notable Quotes:

"We're all on the clock and I wanted to have prioritized better. Whether I really have three or four months left or nine to 12 months, I want to prioritize better from them."
—Ben Sasse, as quoted by Mark Levin (98:13)

11. Space Achievement: Artemis 2 “Integrity” Splashdown

Theme:
Levin offers live coverage and patriotic commentary on the Artemis 2 “Integrity” crewed mission return, juxtaposing national achievement in space exploration with America’s societal divisions.

Notable Quotes:

"This is a fantastic country, a fantastic country...There are so many wonderful things that this country really can do like no other country."
—Mark Levin (81:06)

Notable Moments & Memorable Quotes

• “It takes strong voices, people with real character, true faith and principles, red blooded Americans to stand up to this.” (15:52)
• “China is looking at all of this and they're looking at the psychology of the American people...they can invade Taiwan and that we won't do a whole lot about it.” (18:14)
• “I'm going to continue to call him [Colby Hall] out, I'm going to continue to write responses. As a matter of fact, I think we're going to soon go on offense and just write ourselves and he can respond to us.” (26:17)
• "The vast majority of us are utterly unaffected by this, other than paying another dollar a gallon." (11:56)
• “I'm onto him, as are most conservatives and others. And by the way, you should hear what I'm seeing at the what people are telling me about this guy and the site is nothing more than a cheap money operation.” (70:42)

Important Timestamps

| Segment | Content/Highlight | |------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 02:24–05:25 | Opening salvo on U.S. propaganda, foreign funding, and “woke Reich” | | 05:25–08:43 | Churchill/WWII analogy speech | | 11:30–13:33 | American psychological preparedness, rise of anti-Americanism | | 14:29–15:52 | Isolationism vs. antisemitism; calls out specific media personalities | | 20:39–24:39 | Attack on Mediaite & Colby Hall | | 28:53–32:02 | Mayor Eric Adams' remarks on Al Jazeera, moral critiques highlighted | | 36:00–45:20 | CAIR rhetoric, foreign PSYOPs, propaganda ecosystem | | 58:02–64:57 | Trump's renunciation of dissidents, MAGA dynamics, polling analysis | | 85:49–93:41 | Swalwell scandal, Democratic fallout | | 95:31–99:33 | Ben Sasse terminal illness reflection | | 75:20–84:37 | Artemis 2 live splashdown, space travel, national greatness |

Conclusion

Levin’s episode is a sweeping tour across the frontline of America’s cultural and political “war.” He excoriates both foreign and domestic actors whom he deems hostile to U.S. values, accuses the left and media of aiding adversaries, and issues a clarion call for vigilance, moral courage, and historic awareness. He celebrates moments of American achievement (such as in space exploration), while sounding the alarm over what he sees as dangerous apathy and division. The episode is deeply polemical, rich with historical references, and brimming with direct, colorful rhetoric.

For Further Reference

• [03:59] — Guidance on navigating propaganda
• [28:53] — Mayor Adams’ Al Jazeera remarks
• [36:00] — CAIR LA Director’s statements
• [58:02] — Poll analysis (Harry Enten on Tucker Carlson/Trump)
• [85:49] — Swalwell scandal update
• [95:31] — Ben Sasse reflection
• [75:20] — Artemis 2 splashdown and commentary

Listeners new to this episode will find a mix of impassioned warnings, historical analogies, harsh media criticism, and moments of inspiration—all delivered in Mark Levin’s trademark, combative style.