The Glenn Beck Program — Best of the Program | 1/23/26

Date: January 23, 2026
Host: Glenn Beck (Blaze Podcast Network)
Main Guest: Roger Love (Vocal Coach)

Episode Overview

This episode centers on the crucial question: “How do we fix the nation and come back together?” Glenn Beck shares personal reflections on unity, honest discourse, and the power of action over words in American politics and culture. The show also highlights "Find Your Voice," a new documentary series with renowned vocal coach Roger Love, exploring personal empowerment through changing one’s vocal presence. Throughout, Beck emphasizes the importance of truth, responsibility, and self-governance as building blocks for national recovery.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Restoring National Unity and Common Sense (03:27–19:24)

• Facing Division with New Approaches:
  Beck stresses that continuing the same strategies will only perpetuate division in the U.S. He outlines the necessity of clear, “surgical” communication and action across political lines.

  • He identifies two groups on the left:
    • “True believers” intent on radical change or destruction of America
    • A much larger portion misled by media narratives (“Orange Man Bad” syndrome)
  • Beck maintains optimism that only about 30% fall into the first camp.

• Action Over Rhetoric:
  Beck argues that the country can only heal when actions, not just words, demonstrate genuine intent and fairness:

  • “Nobody believes words anymore. It takes actions. So there are things that we must do that we can get people to believe again.” (06:10)

• Justice Must Be Even-Handed:
  Advocacy for equal application of laws, even to political allies, is central:

  • “Do you imagine what would happen if … the DOJ sent out a warrant for Bill Clinton … both left and right, that’s how you convince people we’re not what you keep saying we are.” (09:05)
  • Unity is defined as “a shared benefit” rather than mere agreement.

• Political Messaging and the Team Jersey Mentality:
  Beck highlights the power of removing partisanship to reach common ground. On the Save Act (citizenship required to vote), he provides a list of routine activities that require ID and challenges the logic behind opposing verification at the polls.

• Notable Quote:

  • “Unity is not agreement. Unity is a shared benefit.” (11:58)

• Calls for Authentic Stewardship:
  Beck appeals directly to listeners willing to be “stewards of the republic,” encouraging them to reject lies and embrace responsibility.

2. Empowerment Through Voice: Roger Love and “Find Your Voice” (19:24–30:50)

• Roger Love’s Transformation Story:
  Glenn introduces Roger Love and the new docuseries, detailing Love’s unprecedented success in teaching people (including a lifelong stutterer named Alex) to radically transform their public presence—often in a single session.

  • Roger Love on the Power of Voice:

    • “People think that they’re locked in whatever sounds they have … but it’s really just an instrument you weren’t given a manual on how to use.” (19:24)
    • “[Alex] had tried every cure that was possible, but there wasn’t a cure … I literally had an hour with him, and I changed the way that he speaks, which changes how he hears himself, which changes his confidence.” (21:00)

  • Beck's Reaction to the Transformation:

    • “His body language was different. His… you could feel joy in him. You could see it was beaming out of him because he never thought he would ever be able to get there.” (22:05)

  • Expanding the Project:
    Beck and Love announce ongoing projects to empower ordinary people and possibly even transform amateur singers into “world-class singers” for a future event.

• Voice as the Root of Empowerment:
  Love explains the fundamental connection between our voices and our ability to shape destiny:

  • “If you can’t create sounds with your voice that create great communication … you can’t create success, you can’t create intimacy, you can’t move people emotionally.” (23:10)

• Notable Quotes:

  • “Your voice is an incredible instrument that most people don’t know how to play.” – Roger Love (23:37)

  • “No one is stuck with a voice that they don’t like.” – Glenn Beck (30:00)

    • For additional info or to get involved, Love’s website: rogerlove.com

3. Addressing Public Misinformation and the “Woke Farmer” Segment (31:08–38:00)

• Dissecting False Narratives:
  Beck revisits a clip referenced as “Duh Woke Farmer,” using it as a case study in misleading claims about ICE detentions:

  • The caller claims “Somali citizens” are being targeted and can't pray freely.
  • Beck fact-checks: In the past year, only two U.S. citizens (of any nationality) were mistakenly detained by ICE; both released promptly.

• Media Accountability:
  Beck questions why this small number isn’t clarified by the mainstream media, reiterating the need for substance over sensationalism.

• Personal Safety and Family:
  Beck addresses a rumor involving his family and Charlie Kirk, warning detractors of his wife Tanya’s tenacity.

• Notable Quotes:

  • “If they start picking up citizens, I’m with you. That’s not their job. They can't do that.” (31:45)
  • “We have lies everywhere. And that’s why it is so important to speak the truth and speak with clarity. And it is hard, I know, but if you don’t know for sure, don’t say it.” (33:56)

4. Truth, Responsibility, and the Foundations of Freedom (38:00–End)

• Lessons from History and Self-Government:
  Beck draws a parallel between American adolescence and the “teenager mentality” on the left—unwillingness to recognize hard truths or learn from history.

• The Danger of Trading Responsibility for Grievance:
  He laments that in modern society, convenience and grievance have replaced character and responsibility.

  • Notable Quote:
    • “Civilizations don’t collapse because their enemies are strong. We collapse because the citizens forget who they are. Because we trade truth for comfort and responsibility for grievance.” (41:15)

• The Only Meaningful Pursuits:
  Beck’s closing advice: Build strong families, focus on relationships with loved ones and truth, and reject cynicism and chaos.

• Notable Quotes:

  • “The only thing that gives your life meaning is your family, is your children, is your relationship with them. It's your relationship with God, your relationship with truth.” (43:30)
  • “Don’t confuse compassion with surrender, tolerance with silence or unity, you know, with obedience. None of that stuff. Get married. Build a strong family. Find your purpose.” (44:45)

Memorable Quotes with Timestamps

• Glenn Beck:

  • “Nobody believes words anymore. It takes actions.” (06:10)
  • “Unity is not agreement. Unity is a shared benefit.” (11:58)
  • “Justice has to fall swiftly on both sides.” (09:35)
  • “Every American should take the team jersey off and go, okay, wait … Those are the facts. Yep. Here’s the right thing to do. That’s how we save America.” (14:35)
  • “No one is stuck with a voice that they don’t like.” (30:00)
  • “We have to choose truth and responsibility or we’re all going to lose everything.” (39:45)
  • “Civilizations don’t collapse because their enemies are strong. We collapse because the citizens forget who they are.” (41:15)
  • “Get married. Build a strong family. Find your purpose with your family and your children, because that’s the only thing.” (44:45)

• Roger Love:

  • “People think that they’re locked in whatever sounds they have ... but it’s really just an instrument you weren’t given a manual on how to use.” (19:24)
  • “Your voice is an incredible instrument that most people don’t know how to play.” (23:37)

Notable Segments & Timestamps

• 06:10 – Beck discusses the need for action over empty rhetoric.
• 09:05 – Imagining bipartisan justice and its power to build trust.
• 11:58 – Defining unity as a shared benefit, not mere agreement.
• 14:35 – Challenging partisanship on voter ID requirements.
• 19:24 – Introduction to Roger Love, the stutterer Alex, and the genesis of “Find Your Voice.”
• 23:37 – Love’s philosophy: anyone can master their vocal instrument.
• 30:00 – Beck and Love invite ordinary listeners to be part of future vocal empowerment projects.
• 31:45 – Dismantling misinformation around ICE arrests of citizens.
• 39:45 – Beck’s plea for truth and personal responsibility as keys to national survival.
• 43:30 – Beck’s closing, heartfelt reflection on what gives life meaning.

Conclusion

This episode weaves together Glenn Beck’s deep concern for American unity, the power of truthful stewardship, and the everyday tools people can use to change their lives—emphasized both in politics and personal voice. With Roger Love’s inspiring story of helping a stutterer breakthrough, listeners are encouraged to empower themselves and resist the divisive lies that permeate culture and media.

Takeaway Message:
To save America, we must embrace truth, accept responsibility, reject divisive team mentalities, and invest in building strong families and communities—one honest voice at a time.