The Glenn Beck Program

Best of the Program | Guest: Keith Wilson | 10/2/25
Date: October 2, 2025
Host: Glenn Beck
Guests: Keith Wilson (Canadian attorney), Barry Loudermilk (Congressman, GA)

Overview

This episode dives deep into contemporary American and Canadian political and cultural shifts, focusing on Canada's rapid move toward authoritarianism, the prospect of Alberta and Saskatchewan pursuing independence, and what these developments could mean for the United States. U.S. Congressman Barry Loudermilk also joins to discuss inconsistencies in the January 6th pipe bomb investigation. Glenn closes on a poignant meditation about loneliness, community, and being seen.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Authoritarianism in Canada and Alberta’s Push for Independence

Segment Start: 04:19

• Keith Wilson’s Perspective: Keith, an Alberta-based attorney, paints a picture of a Canada dramatically changed since COVID, marked by authoritarian policies, a government-driven gun grab, and draconian mandates.

  • "We've just slipped very badly since the COVID mandates into a very authoritarian, dystopian type phase... The gun grab is a good example." (Keith Wilson, 04:48)

• Details on Gun Confiscation:

  • The federal government has outlawed over 500,000 firearms, with plans to begin confiscation in earnest.
  • Alberta’s Premier has ordered provincial police not to cooperate with the confiscations and has taken legal steps to block Ottawa’s efforts.

  “Our premier...has been very adamant that the police forces in Alberta are not to cooperate with the federal government when they come for the gun grab...she jokes...her attorney general won’t be issuing [seizure permits].” — Keith Wilson, 07:37

• Alberta and Texas: Cultural Parallels

  • Alberta shares a unique ‘cowboy’ individualism, strong religious life, and a rich oil industry – much like Texas.
  • “We’re Texas north. Guns are important to us...Our founders are Americans...So there’s a huge amount of parallels between Alberta and Texas.” (Keith Wilson, 06:27)

• Disunity and Political Divide in Canada:

  • Alberta and Saskatchewan are increasingly alienated from the progressive policies of Ottawa and eastern provinces.

  • “Canada is not a nation that’s united with common values anymore at all.” (Keith Wilson, 09:21)

  • Glenn asks about the national response if Alberta tries to leave:

    “Do you think the rest of Canada will just be cool with that?” — Beck (09:02) “The rest of Canada...are like these blue states in the U.S. the hardcore Democrats...[whereas] on the prairies, in Alberta and Saskatchewan...we’re rugged individualism.” — Wilson (09:21)

• Economic and Social Drivers:

  • Alberta’s oil wealth (third-largest reserves in the world) is a sticking point.

  • Federal ‘equalization’ means Alberta money props up less wealthy provinces.

    “Albertans would be richer than citizens of Saudi Arabia or Dubai if they would let us produce our oil and gas. They’re not.” — Keith Wilson, 11:43

  • Authoritarian trends were accelerated by COVID mandates; “Canada had some of the most restrictive mandates in the world.” (Keith Wilson, 11:43)

• The Path to Secession & U.S. Involvement:

  • Canada is unique: its Supreme Court allows a legal path for a province to secede by referendum.

  • U.S. (specifically Trump’s administration) would likely recognize Alberta’s independence if such a vote passes.

    “My understanding...the Trump administration officials have indicated that the US would recognize a vote by the people of Alberta to become independent. So that’s very important to us as we go into...the vote to occur in 2026.” — Keith Wilson, 16:40

  • Strategic interests: Alberta shares a border with Montana, is critical for North American energy, and is culturally aligned with the U.S.

    “If you guys have right above your border in Montana, the third largest reserve of oil and gas in the world. Look at the power of that.” — Keith Wilson, 17:12

  • Geopolitical worries: Concerns about leftist Canadian leadership aligning with European progressives and Beijing, interference by China, and recognition of Palestine.

• Emotional Tone:

  • Keith notes fear for his children’s future amid these changes.

    “It’s very frightening...It’s a scary time up here for the future of our kids.” (Keith Wilson, 11:43)

  • Beck expresses deep solidarity with Canadians:

    “There are millions of us who pray for you and are with you in this fight.” — Glenn Beck, 18:26

2. January 6th Pipe Bomb Investigation (with Rep. Barry Loudermilk)

Segment Start: 20:32

• Background: Glenn brings in Rep. Loudermilk to discuss ongoing revelations and inconsistencies in the investigation of the January 6th DC pipe bombs.

• Pipe Bomb Timeline Inconsistencies:

  • Premise undermined: The pipe bombs were previously believed to have been placed the night before, but the lab report indicates the only timer was a 60-minute egg timer.

    “It’s impossible that these pipe bombs were placed and armed on the night of January 5th. They had to be placed not long before they were found on January 6th.” — Barry Loudermilk, 23:17

• Disappearing Cell Data:

  • FBI requested geofenced cell data from major carriers; all complied except AT&T, whose data was ‘corrupted.’

  • Entity ‘FirstNet’ (for law enforcement communication, riding on AT&T’s network) played a role in the data handling; confusion and blame between parties.

    “FirstNet actually sits on the AT&T backbone...AT&T responds and says, you have to go to FirstNet to get this data. Which raises my suspicion.” — Barry Loudermilk, 24:40

  • Loudermilk, an IT veteran, is skeptical about the explanations offered for the data loss.

    “I can't understand how such a carrier like AT&T would just arbitrarily delete data...they said we even still have data from the Oklahoma City bombing.” (Barry Loudermilk, 27:16)

• Lab Reports and Theories:

  • The FBI’s own lab reports never called the devices “viable” bombs.

  • Raises the specter that these may have been training devices or staged, given law enforcement’s cavalier attitude in some videos and the timing inconsistency.

    “Law enforcement were letting people just walk by these devices...that makes no sense, unless somebody knew they weren't viable.” — Barry Loudermilk, 31:20

3. Loneliness & The Human Condition

Segment Start: 31:53

• Personal Reflection: Glenn shares a moving monologue about modern loneliness, reflecting both on his personal life and broader cultural trends.

  “More and more Americans right now are spending more and more time alone. We have a loneliness epidemic going on. And it’s weird because we live at a time where communications have never been easier.” — Glenn Beck, 32:08

• Storytelling:

  • Glenn tells the story of an “invisible” and gifted skater he once watched in NYC as a metaphor for unseen lives all around us.

  • He reflects on his own vulnerability and early radio days, describing how admitting his flaws on air strengthened his bond with listeners.

    “The thing that I had been afraid of, that people would know who I really was, ended up being the thing that taught me we're all alike.” — Glenn Beck, 46:04

• The Message:

  • Universal reminder that we all feel loneliness and self-doubt.
  • Encourages listeners: “You matter. And I am grateful that you are here. The world is different because you’re in it...Loneliness is not proof that you're broken. Loneliness is proof that you're human.” (Glenn Beck, 47:46)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Canadian authoritarianism and division:

  “Canada is not a united nation, is not a nation that's united with common values anymore at all...the rest of the country's gone very hard left, whereas Alberta and Saskatchewan have stayed true to conservative principles.” — Keith Wilson, 09:21

• On Alberta’s possible separation:

  “If Alberta votes to separate, Saskatchewan will come.” — Keith Wilson, 09:21

• On U.S. recognition of an independent Alberta:

  “The Trump administration officials have indicated that the US would recognize a vote by the people of Alberta to become independent.” — Keith Wilson, 16:40

• On the January 6th bombs:

  “It’s impossible that these pipe bombs were placed and armed on the night of January 5th. They had to be placed not long before they were found...” — Barry Loudermilk, 23:17

  “I can’t understand how such a carrier like AT&T would just arbitrarily delete data literally within a few days of a major event...” — Barry Loudermilk, 27:16

  “Law enforcement were letting people just walk by these devices...that makes no sense, unless somebody knew they weren't viable.” — Barry Loudermilk, 31:20

• On loneliness:

  “Loneliness is not proof that you're broken. Loneliness is proof that you're human...We were built for connection.” — Glenn Beck, 47:46

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 04:19 — Glenn introduces Keith Wilson; Alberta’s political crisis and gun confiscation.
• 06:27 — Alberta’s cultural identity; comparison with Texas.
• 09:21 — The Canadian East-West political divide; economic resentment; calls for independence.
• 14:46 — U.S. (Trump admin) poised to recognize Alberta’s sovereignty if a vote occurs.
• 20:32 — Rep. Loudermilk on January 6th pipe bomb investigation: timelines, missing data, FBI handling.
• 31:53 — Glenn’s extended monologue on loneliness and the human need for connection.
• 44:55 — Beck’s personal vulnerability: on owning faults and building community.

Conclusion

This episode blends urgent, high-stakes international political analysis—Canada’s authoritarian drift, Alberta’s independence movement, and their implications for U.S. security and energy—with a forensic take on domestic affairs (the January 6th pipe bomb investigation). Glenn closes with a characteristically heartfelt reflection on loneliness, emphasizing empathy, human connection, and the shared nature of our struggles.

Listeners are left with a deeper understanding of the tectonic shifts in North American politics, a skepticism about official narratives, and a sense of solidarity and hope in the midst of personal and societal change.