The Glenn Beck Program: Best of the Program (Guests: Rep. Riley Moore & Bridget Phetasy)

Episode Date: April 10, 2026
Key Guests: Billy Hallowell, Bridget Phetasy, Jason, Ricky, (brief mentions: Rep. Riley Moore, not present in these transcripted segments)
Podcast Theme: Storytelling, insight, and perspective on American politics, culture, supernatural beliefs, and the importance of honesty and principles in public life.

Overview

This episode brings a diverse mix of American political analysis, deep-dives into supernatural beliefs, candid recovery stories, and cultural commentary with Bridget Phetasy. Glenn Beck and his guests explore how belief systems shape American discourse, the influence of global conflicts on the U.S., the persistence of antisemitism and media deception, and how individuals can (and should) assert their values amidst public scrutiny.

Segment 1: Supernatural Belief—Angels, Demons, and Aliens

Guest: Billy Hallowell (Host of "Investigating the Supernatural, Miracle Miracles")
Timestamps: [03:34]–[17:22]

Discussion Highlights

• Public Belief in the Supernatural:

  • Glenn and Billy discuss the mainstream acceptance of angels and demons. Billy shares new data showing that over 50% of Americans believe in spiritual entities.
  • Quote (Billy Hallowell, [06:44]):

    "The majority of the country, more than 50%, believe in angels, believe in demons, believe in all of these things. … What has surprised me the most is how mainstream this topic is, because it does feel wonky…"

• Silence and Stigma:

  • Glenn parallels talking about supernatural beliefs to how alcoholics hide their struggles, emphasizing the power of openness.
  • Quote (Glenn Beck, [07:30]):

    "When you try to hide because you think it's just you, you miss so much connection, and you miss solutions everywhere."

• Evidence, Miracles, and Faith:

  • Billy discusses his pursuit of evidence for supernatural events and shares stories of people turning to faith due to supernatural experiences.
  • Quote (Billy Hallowell, [08:25]):

    "I was shocked by the staggering amount of evidence that is there...if you can prove that God is still moving, that miracles happened, that angels and demons are active, then that means there's a God."

• A Spiritual Battle in Modern Politics:

  • Both see current world events (wars, rising antisemitism) as manifestations of a deeper struggle between good and evil.
  • Billy draws from Ephesians 6, framing public conflict as spiritual warfare.
  • Quote (Billy Hallowell, [12:02]):

    "What's really happening is that there's a spiritual Battle, good versus evil. We can't see it with our human eyes, but it's pouring over into the world in which we are living."

• Aliens as Demonic or Truly Extraterrestrial:

  • Billy outlines the Christian debate: some see aliens as God’s creation; others, like Hugh Ross, see UFO experiences as encounters with demonic entities.
  • Both Glenn and Billy agree that the explosion in alien discourse should be taken seriously within spiritual and cultural frameworks.
  • Quote (Billy Hallowell, [14:11]):

    "We don't want the same thing to happen with aliens because this is not going away. People are going to want answers."

Memorable Moments

• Glenn expresses openness to further discussion:
  • "Hey Billy, can I have you on again next week? I want to have you on just about the alien thing because I have some thoughts on this…" ([16:15])

Segment 2: Geopolitics and Trust—U.S., Iran, Pakistan, and Antisemitism

Panel: Glenn Beck, Jason, Ricky
Timestamps: [17:25]–[29:15]

Discussion Highlights

• Trust and Skepticism in Diplomacy:

  • Glenn questions public trust in the Pakistani Prime Minister during Iran negotiations, highlighting anti-Semitic rhetoric from Pakistani officials.
  • Quote (Glenn Beck, [21:59]):

    "Israel is evil and a curse for humanity. Bloodletting continues unbated. I hope and pray the people who created this cancerous state on Palestinian land get rid of all European Jews. They burn in hell. Wow."

• Skepticism of "Neutral" Negotiators:

  • The group lampoons the idea that Pakistan could be neutral, given blatant public statements.
  • Jason and Ricky offer sarcasm and black humor about the absurdity of negotiation processes involving hostile actors.
  • Quote (Jason, [22:00]):

    "It actually says under the heading of neutral arbiter of peace that you must use words like 'burn in hell' when talking to some part of the negotiation."

• Revealing True Faces:

  • Glenn finds comfort in adversaries dropping their masks, believing it's better to see everyone's true intentions in the open.
  • Quote (Glenn Beck, [24:46]):

    "I like it when people talk...We now know who our main negotiator, our neutral party is. We know exactly who they are now."

• Perspective on Trust and Leadership:

  • Glenn gives former President Trump credit for military decisiveness and urges listeners to give the benefit of the doubt to leaders who have demonstrated results.
  • Glenn teases a bigger-picture take for Monday's show about potential upsides to present chaos.

Notable Exchange

• Ricky jokes about negotiating partners:
  • "Can we bring Qatar in?" -- met with Glenn's emphatic "Hell no. Not Qatar. UAE Maybe… but not Qatar." ([23:12])

Segment 3: Candid Talk with Bridget Phetasy—Transformation, Recovery, Generational Values

Guest: Bridget Phetasy (Comedian, Host of Walk-Ins Welcome and Dumpster Fire)
Timestamps: [29:17]–[44:09]

Discussion Highlights

• Personal Change and Domesticity:

  • Glenn jokes about Bridget’s personal growth from self-described "hussy slut" to domestic, married mother.
  • Bridget acknowledges her transformation, noting the surprise others have at her domestic side.
  • Quote (Bridget Phetasy, [30:20]):

    "Five years ago, I did always love to cook. But, yes, I have become quite domesticate. … But now I'm baking, which I feel like is domestic. A different level."

• Coming from the Political Left:

  • Bridget never hated Glenn, recounting her journey from casual left-leaning mockery of conservative figures (via shows like Jon Stewart’s) to deeper introspection and openness, tied to her recovery and "putting down the microscope and picking up the mirror."
  • Quote (Bridget Phetasy, [30:58]):

    "Even in this crazy media, I don't have very much hatred in my heart in general. … Being in recovery, as I'm very open about, I always have to go back—there’s this expression, 'put down the microscope and pick up the mirror.'"

• Tired of Manufactured Enemies:

  • Both are "tired of getting a list…of who I have to hate now," decrying divisive trends in media and politics.
  • Quote (Glenn Beck, [32:10]):

    "I am so tired of getting a list from somebody…every day of who I have to hate now, who I have to declare is my mortal enemy. Because if I'm not, I'm a traitor to somebody."

• President Trump’s Comedic Genius:

  • The duo riff on Trump’s comic timing, noting that while initially off-putting, his humor is now a defining feature.
  • Quote (Bridget Phetasy, [34:04]):

    "He's the funniest president we'll ever have. Do you know how hard it is to be a—no—you're never going to write anything that funny…"

• Why Not to Chase Youthful Approval:

  • Bridget discusses her article, "I Don't Care If Young People Like Me, and You Shouldn't Either," criticizing the desperation of some older media/podcast hosts to seem "cool" to youth instead of sticking to principles and originality.
  • Quote (Bridget Phetasy, [36:54]):

    "It also came across as that meme where it was like, 'How do you do fellow kids?' You know, these older hosts...like, 'See, I’m saying those crazy things that kids are all about'...it just came across as embarrassing to me."

• Popularity vs. Principles:

  • Both agree that chasing popularity, especially for aging personalities, is a dead end unless grounded in core values.
  • Quote (Bridget Phetasy, [36:55]):

    "...I also hate this idea that popularity equals right. There's been a lot of people historically who have been extremely popular, who have also been literal murderers."

• Recovery, Peaks, and Knowing What Matters:

  • Glenn credits his time at the "top" with teaching him what’s fleeting in media; both note the emotional vulnerability of former stars dealing with a changing media world.
  • Bridget points out she’s never “peaked” in her career, remaining an independent creator without big backers.

• Values and America's Fragile "Trust Fund" Liberty:

  • Both emphasize rediscovering values—especially when raising a child—and appreciating America at its 250th birthday.
  • Quote (Bridget Phetasy, [41:42]):

    "I didn't really know what my values were…The more I was in this space, the more I said, what are the hills I will die on? … It's our 250th birthday. It is a miracle."

Memorable Moment

• Glenn showers Bridget with praise and invites her to meet with their families:
  • "America, if you know, you haven't heard Bridget before and now you know why I just love her." ([43:52])

Notable Quotes Recap

• Glenn Beck, on openness and connection ([07:30]):

  "When you try to hide because you think it's just you, you miss so much connection..."

• Billy Hallowell, on evidence for the supernatural ([08:25]):

  "I want evidence. And so I was shocked by the staggering amount of evidence…"

• Bridget Phetasy, on aging out of trends ([36:54]):

  "It also came across as that meme where it was like, 'How do you do fellow kids?'"

• Glenn Beck, on trust in leadership ([24:46]):

  "I like it when people talk…We now know who our main negotiator, our neutral party is."

• Bridget Phetasy, on values and legacy ([41:42]):

  "We're just trust fund kids of liberty and freedom that people have died for whining on podcasts and I want to build stuff."

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [03:34]–[17:22]: Supernatural belief (angels, demons, aliens)
• [17:25]–[29:15]: Iran/Pakistan, antisemitism in negotiations, leadership trust
• [29:17]–[44:09]: Bridget Phetasy: recovery, media, generational divides, values

Tone and Style Notes

• Candid, wry, and self-effacing discussions with a mix of sarcasm (especially in the panel on international relations), deep sincerity (in recovery stories), and sharp critique of media and political trends.
• Frequent humor and mutual respect between host and guests; open discussions of flaws and the value of learning from adversity.
• Regular callbacks to faith, American values, and the need for personal integrity in chaotic times.

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