Podcast Summary: The Best of Mark Levin – 3/28/26

Podcast: Mark Levin Podcast
Host: Mark Levin (Cumulus Podcast Network)
Date: March 28, 2026
Theme: Analyzing the current state of U.S. politics and foreign affairs—especially the conflict with Iran, attacks on President Trump’s leadership, false narratives about Jewish/Israeli influence, the Democratic Party’s impact on national security, immigration, and the legacy of Justice Clarence Thomas.

Overview

Mark Levin compiles highlights and passionate monologues centered on the ongoing war with Iran, political infighting within the conservative movement, and broader critiques of Democratic policy on national security and immigration. The episode covers:

• Former President Trump’s views on political loyalty and the Joe Kent controversy.
• Refuting claims of Israeli/Jewish control over U.S. foreign policy.
• Recent polling on Republican support for the Iran war.
• Critique of Democratic leadership, leaks, and media narratives.
• The role and endurance of Justice Clarence Thomas on the Supreme Court.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Trump v. Joe Kent: Loyalty & Dissent

[00:20–03:48]

• President Trump criticizes Joe Kent, a two-time failed congressional candidate who lost his wife, for perceived disloyalty and for downplaying the threat of Iran.
• Trump claims he helped Kent by giving him a White House job only for Kent to later criticize administration policy.

Notable quote:

"Nice guy, seemed like a very nice guy... lost twice, badly... I have my people call him... give him a job at the White House. This is the thanks I get?"
— Donald Trump ([01:01])

2. Allegations of Israeli/Jewish Influence Debunked

[03:48–09:41]

• Levin addresses conspiracy theories, often voiced by figures like Joe Kent, Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, and Megyn Kelly, alleging secret Israeli/Jewish control over U.S. policy.
• He emphasizes President Trump’s independence, the strategic U.S.-Israel alliance, and the irrationality of anti-Semitic tropes.

Notable quote:

"Does it sound like Ben Shapiro's telling him what to do? Does it sound like the Jews have control over Donald Trump?... It’s so sick and it's so perverse."
— Mark Levin ([03:48])

• Discussion of MAGA-aligned poll numbers showing overwhelming Republican support for the war with Iran (92% support, 76% strongly).

3. Joe Kent’s Inconsistent Stance on Iran & Israel

[09:41–13:48]

• Levin airs archival clips of Joe Kent on Iran, showing shifting positions and no clear “anti-Israel” stance in earlier campaigns.
• Levin points out the public nature of Kent’s statements, preparing for an in-depth discussion/interview with him.

4. Leaks, Loyalty, and the Espionage Act

[13:48–14:07]

• Fox News’ Caroline Leavitt notes that anyone proven to be a leaker will not be welcome in the next Trump administration.
• Levin hints at ongoing investigations and legal consequences for leaking classified material.

Notable quote:

"If information leaked is classified... that probably triggers the Espionage Act. I'm not making any inference here. I have no idea. None."
— Mark Levin ([14:07])

5. Saudi/U.S./Israel Strategic Coalition and Iran

[15:28–18:30 approx.]

• Levin discusses reports (citing Times of Israel/New York Times) of Saudi Crown Prince bin Salman pressuring Trump to intensify actions against Iran and possibly forming a larger U.S.-Israel-Arab coalition.

Memorable commentary:

"America, if the United States and Israel joined by Saudi Arabia... attacking Iran? I mean, that's even bigger than the Abraham Accords."
— Mark Levin ([17:50])

• Critique of international law violations by Iran and concerns about regime change.

6. Democratic Party Critique: Immigration, Security, and Power

[21:00–~40:00]

• The Democratic Party is accused of prioritizing party interests over national safety, especially regarding illegal immigration and surrendering enforcement powers (e.g., ICE).
• Levin argues that mass immigration is used as a tool to change the electorate and preserve Democratic dominance.

Notable quote:

"When you overwhelm the system with illegal aliens, 10, 15, 20 million in a short period of time, nobody can handle that. That's why they did it... The party comes first in China, in Cuba... For the Democrats in America, the party comes first."
— Mark Levin ([38:00])

7. Foreign Policy: Democrats, Media, and Traitors Within

[29:47–37:19]

• Levin plays a montage of officials (Blinken, Psaki, Wray, Austin, Murphy) warning about Iran’s nuclear threat during Democratic administrations, criticizing their inconsistency now that Trump is president.
• Strong condemnation of media figures (Carlson, Kelly, Bannon, Jones) as "traitors" undermining America from within, not because of Israel but "because of the United States."

Fiery moment:

"We have traitors among us... Traitor Tucker. He's a traitor. Traitor Kelly, she's a traitor. Traitor Bannon, he is a traitor... Yes, they're giving aid and comfort to the enemy. Nothing to do with Israel. Has to do with the United States."
— Mark Levin ([34:28])

8. Legacy of Justice Clarence Thomas

[45:30–55:00 approx.]

• Levin celebrates Thomas becoming the fourth-longest serving justice in Supreme Court history.
• He hails Thomas as a “brilliant constitutionalist” and recounts his battles against liberal critics.

Notable quote:

"Justice Clarence Thomas has become the fourth largest, longest, rather serving justice in U.S. supreme Court history as of today. ... Clarence Thomas is one of the greatest justices of all time."
— Mark Levin ([45:30])

9. Mail-in Ballots and Media Manipulation

[59:55–60:52]

• Trump is questioned for using mail-in ballots despite criticizing mail-in voting. He responds by clarifying exceptions for certain circumstances (military, illness, travel).
• Levin points out the difference between justified exceptions and mass mail-in voting abuse.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• On Kent/Trump Loyalty

  "I have my people call him... give him a job at the White House. This is the thanks I get?" — Donald Trump ([01:01])

• On Jewish/Israeli Control Allegation

  "Does it sound like the Israelis are telling him what to do?... It’s so sick and it's so perverse." — Mark Levin ([03:48])

• On Democrat Immigration Policy

  “When you overwhelm the system with illegal aliens... The party comes first in China, in Cuba... For the Democrats in America, the party comes first.” — Mark Levin ([38:00])

• On Internal Betrayal

  “We have traitors among us. ... They’re giving aid and comfort to the enemy. Nothing to do with Israel. Has to do with the United States.” — Mark Levin ([34:28])

• On Clarence Thomas

  “Justice Clarence Thomas has become the fourth... longest, rather, serving justice in U.S. Supreme Court history as of today. ... Clarence Thomas is one of the greatest justices of all time.” — Mark Levin ([45:30])

Important Segments & Timestamps

• [01:01] Trump on Joe Kent’s loyalty and Iran
• [03:48] Mark Levin on Israeli/Jewish influence smears
• [09:41] Joe Kent’s past statements about Iran/Israel (audio clips)
• [13:48] Discussion of leakers and administration discipline
• [15:28] Saudi Crown Prince urges Trump to intensify Iran conflict
• [29:47] Montage: Democrats and Iran’s nuclear threat
• [34:28] Levin calls out alleged “traitors” and isolationists
• [45:30] Tribute to Justice Clarence Thomas’ Supreme Court tenure
• [59:55] Trump’s mail-in ballot explanation

Conclusion

This “Best Of” episode is vintage Mark Levin: combative, detailed, and steeped in conservative values. He tackles the hot-button issues surrounding the Iran conflict, internal conservative divisions, the persistence of anti-Semitic conspiracy theories, and the Democratic Party’s alleged threats to American security and unity. Levin's defense of President Trump, strategic U.S.-Israeli alliances, and the judicial legacy of Clarence Thomas are presented with intense passion and thorough argumentation. The episode is a whirlwind of political analysis, monologue, and call-to-arms for his listeners.