The Best Of Mark Levin - 9/27/25

Podcast: Mark Levin Podcast
Host: Mark Levin (Cumulus Podcast Network)
Date: September 27, 2025

Overview

This "Best Of" Mark Levin episode features a selection of Mark’s impassioned analyses on faith, American values, anti-Semitism, political violence, border security, law enforcement, and the ongoing “weaponization” of law enforcement agencies. Mark, with frequent input from his co-host Rich, condemns violence from the left, denounces the demonization of ICE and Border Patrol, traces the roots of current political unrest, and dissects breaking news on James Comey’s indictment. Notable political and media figures are criticized in Levin’s characteristic style, while recent assassinations and attacks are placed in a broader culture-war context. He pays tribute to Charlie Kirk and reaffirms his commitment to cultivating the next generation of conservative leaders.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Judeo-Christian Values, Faith, and Christian-Jewish Solidarity

[00:20–04:02]

• Mark opens with reflections from Charlie Kirk’s memorial. He praises Erica Kirk’s speech and reaffirms the foundational role of Judeo-Christian values in American life.
• Expresses joy in revivals among Christians and affirms Christian-Jewish unity:

  “I am thrilled with these revivals. I am thrilled with Christians finding their faith and practicing their faith… We talk about Judeo Christian values for a reason.” (Mark Levin, [00:38])

• Emphasizes that the Jewish IDF and police protect Christian holy sites in Israel, countering narratives he claims to see in mainstream media.

2. The Threat of Antisemitism and Exploitation of Faith

[03:41–05:34]

• Discusses “blood libel” tropes resurfacing at political events, growing anti-Jewish sentiment, and perceived alliances among Marxists, Islamists, and neo-Nazis.
• Levin rails against “grifters” and political personalities like Carlson, Owens, and Kelly Bannon—accusing them of fueling division and being elevated by left wing media as convenient “extremist” examples.
• Defends Donald Trump as "the greatest friend of Israel in the Oval Office" ([05:34]) and criticizes progressive politicians and commentators.

3. Conservative Movements: From Reagan to MAGA

[06:32–10:42]

• Mark and Rich recount the heritage of conservative grassroots victories: Reagan, the Tea Party, “Convention of States,” and his own books’ influence.
• Skepticism of those in the “MAGA movement” who formerly opposed Trump—stressing the importance of earned leadership:

  “There’s only one Donald Trump. And there will only be one Donald Trump in our lifetimes. He is a great, great man.” (Mark Levin, [08:47])

• Warns of “bruising” infighting, likening political opponents to “dumb bastards” who awaken the “sleeping giant” of faith-driven Americans.

4. Condemning Political Violence Across the Spectrum

[10:42–14:07 & 15:08–18:24]

• Explicitly rejects Holocaust denial, racism, and attacks on Christianity and Judaism, whether from right or left.
• Strongly criticizes media or politicians excusing or equivocating on violence.
• Critiques the Democratic Party’s alleged violent history, connecting Marxism and Islamism to contemporary political unrest and violence:

  “Marxism is the most violent political ideology in the history of mankind... Islamism is the most violent fundamentalist religious viewpoint, but they embrace them.” (Mark Levin, [15:49])

5. Critique of Leftwing Rhetoric, Lawfare, and Democratic Party Tactics

[18:24–27:48]

• Analyzes attacks on Supreme Court nominees (Kavanaugh, Thomas, Alito), the rhetoric used against Trump, as well as “lawfare."
• Claims Democrats use inflammatory language to incite violence and paints them as the party historically and presently rooted in violence.
• Discusses manipulation of law enforcement and the “opening of borders” for political gain.
• Quotes Tim Kaine’s assertion that “rights come from government,” countering:

  “Your rights come from God. Your earthly laws come from man. You dumb bastard. You don't even understand anything.” (Mark Levin, [23:11])

6. Media, Free Speech, and Private Sector Accountability

[33:03–36:47]

• Condemns Jimmy Kimmel’s rhetoric following political assassination, denying any suppression of free speech when private companies respond:

  “If you truly believe in free speech, you've got to believe in the consequences of the private sector, the market system.” (Mark Levin, [34:32])

• Argues Hollywood and left-wing figures close ranks to protect their own, while conservatives are excluded from mainstream media.

7. Attacks on Law Enforcement: Rhetoric and Consequence

[37:04–50:01]

• Plays and comments on statements by Ted Cruz ([37:04]) and Ron DeSantis ([48:54]), both stressing that inflammatory rhetoric against ICE and CBP has “real consequences”—not just for policy, but for officer safety.

  “To every politician who is using rhetoric, demonizing ICE and CBP—stop. ...This has very real consequences.” (Ted Cruz, [37:04]) “In Florida, we have zero tolerance for attacks on law enforcement… You're not going to want to try that here in the Sunshine State.” (Ron DeSantis, [48:54])

• Mark claims that vast numbers of ICE and Border Patrol agents are Hispanic and bilingual, pushing back against mainstream depictions ([42:01]).

8. Political Assassinations & the Escalation of Violence

[38:55–46:48]

• Mourns the assassinations of Charlie Kirk and attacks on ICE, tying these tragedies to hostile political rhetoric and online radicalization.
• Points to “private rooms” and online boards as breeding grounds for further radicalization and violence ([29:32–32:10]).
• Calls for stronger condemnation of anti-Semitism and Islamism from government officials.

9. “Agitprop,” Marxism, and Manipulation of Public Sentiment

[44:07–46:48]

• Explains the concept of “agitprop” (agitational propaganda) borrowed from Lenin, as a model for how modern leftist activists and media manipulate public anger and perception.

10. Legal System, Law Enforcement, and Political Weaponization

[62:31–73:13]

• Breaking: Discusses the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey for alleged false statement and obstruction, tying it to historic efforts to undermine Trump:

  “Comey was a slime ball the whole way through trying to set up Donald Trump. He's not a sympathetic figure. He's not a victim. Quite the contrary. He's a perpetrator.” (Mark Levin, [65:51])

• Critiques media coverage that frames legal accountability as political retaliation.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Judeo-Christian Roots
  “We talk about Judeo Christian values for a reason. The founders of your country talked about Judeo Christian values. They embraced them.” (Mark Levin, [00:38])
• On Leadership
  “There's only one Donald Trump. And there will only be one Donald Trump in our lifetimes.” (Mark Levin, [08:47])
• On Political Violence
  “People of faith want nothing to do with Holocaust deniers. People of faith want nothing to do with out of the closet, full throated Jew haters.” (Mark Levin, [09:59])
• On Free Speech and Media Hypocrisy
  "If you truly believe in free speech, you've got to believe in the consequences of the private sector, the market system." (Mark Levin, [34:32])
• On Law Enforcement Rhetoric
  “To every politician who is using rhetoric, demonizing ICE and CBP, stop... This has very real consequences.” (Ted Cruz, [37:04]) “In Florida, we have zero tolerance for attacks on law enforcement… You're not going to want to try that here in the Sunshine State.” (Ron DeSantis, [48:54])
• On the Democratic Party
  “The Democrat Party was born of violence. It has a violent, violent history and it is a violent entity today.” (Mark Levin, [15:08])
• On Political Accountability
  “Comey was a slime ball the whole way through trying to set up Donald Trump. He's not a sympathetic figure. He's not a victim. Quite the contrary. He's a perpetrator.” (Mark Levin, [65:51])
• On Grassroots Movements
  “The Reagan Revolution, the most massive landslide victories in modern history…the Tea Party movement started by you with me.” (Mark Levin, [07:04])
• On the Future of Conservatism
  “I've used my radio program to help create a farm team and I use my FOX program to help create a farm team. I'm going to expand this.” (Mark Levin, [47:40])
• On Marxist Manipulation
  “Agitprop is the combination of agitating physical action with propaganda…That's exactly what's going on here. I call them American Marxists, as you know, for a reason.” (Mark Levin, [44:07])

Important Segments & Timestamps

• [00:20] – Reflections on Charlie Kirk’s memorial and Judeo-Christian values
• [03:41] – On faith, anti-Semitism, and “blood libel” tropes
• [05:34] – Trump and Israel; Critique of Carlson/Owens
• [07:04] – Conservative grassroots movements history (Reagan, Tea Party)
• [08:47] – Unique stature of Donald Trump among conservatives
• [10:42] – Denouncing Holocaust deniers and anti-American rhetoric
• [15:08] – History of violence in the Democratic Party
• [18:24] – Supreme Court justices and rhetoric-induced violence
• [23:11] – Source of rights: God vs. government
• [34:32] – Free speech, Kimmel controversy, private sector consequences
• [37:04] – Ted Cruz statement: Politicians inciting violence against ICE/CBP
• [42:01] – ICE/BP agents’ ethnic diversity and media misrepresentation
• [44:07] – Agitprop, American Marxists, Lenin’s legacy in media agitation
• [47:40] – Mark’s commitment to nurturing new conservative leaders
• [48:54] – Ron DeSantis stands with law enforcement
• [62:31] – Comey indictment and media spin
• [65:51] – Analysis of Comey’s testimony, culture of dishonesty in government

Tone and Style

The episode maintains Mark Levin's combative, direct, and impassioned tone—mixing historical allusion, constitutional argument, and cultural critique with biting personal invective and humor. The style is confrontational, urgent, and heavily slanted toward a conservative worldview.

For Listeners: What to Take Away

• Mark Levin frames ongoing political violence, assassinations, and anti-law enforcement sentiment as logical outgrowths of left-wing ideology, media incitement, and the historical roots of the Democratic Party.
• He claims the left aims to “transform” America culturally, legally, and demographically, while valorizing grassroots conservative activism as the country’s bulwark.
• Levin’s explanations of legal “lawfare,” agitprop, and the underlying hostility to Judeo-Christian values will resonate with listeners alarmed by today’s political volatility.
• The episode underscores Levin's sense of urgency in building a lasting conservative legacy—one not tied to personality cults, but to principles, faith, and unyielding resistance to what he terms as “American Marxists.”