The Glenn Beck Program: Best of the Program | Guest: Sarah Adams | June 3, 2025

Hosted by Blaze Podcast Network, this episode of The Glenn Beck Program commemorates a significant 14-year anniversary of Glenn Beck's departure from Fox News and the inception of GBTV. Featuring discussions with longtime colleagues Pat and Stu, and a special guest appearance by Sarah Adams, a former CIA intelligence analyst and author of Benghazi, Know Thy Enemy, the episode delves into media transformations, rising anti-Semitism, and escalating national security threats.

1. 14-Year Anniversary Reflection

Glenn Beck opens the episode by marking the 14th anniversary of leaving Fox News to start GBTV, reflecting on the challenges and triumphs over the years.

• Glenn Beck [03:22]: "I just can't thank you enough for everything you did. Look at what you've accomplished with Blaze."

He acknowledges the pioneering role Blaze played in shaping independent media, paving the way for other networks like Daily Wire, and expressing gratitude towards his team and audience for their unwavering support.

• Pat [06:17]: "We are on a different path now, thanks to your leadership."

2. Media Analysis: NBC Nightly News Anchor Change

The conversation shifts to a recent and largely unnoticed change in the mainstream media landscape.

• Pat [05:02]: "Last night, they debuted a new permanent anchor for NBC Nightly News."

• Stu [05:12]: "That's right. I didn't know that would have been a story 10 years ago."

Glenn and his team express astonishment that such a significant shift in a major news institution like NBC has barely made headlines, highlighting the media's lack of awareness or interest in substantial changes within rival outlets.

3. CNN's Polling on Economy and Political Leaning

Glenn critiques CNN's polling data, suggesting a disconnect between their analysis and the actual economic sentiments of Americans.

• Harry Enton [08:14]: "The party closest to your economic views, in November 2023, was the Republicans by 11 points. Now it's still within that range, an 8-point advantage."

• Glenn Beck [09:07]: "This guy...he doesn't even understand how that's happening. Democrats have a better economic plan? What is that plan?"

He questions the validity and interpretation of polling data presented by mainstream media, arguing that it fails to capture the true economic favorability towards Republicans.

4. Monologue on Rising Anti-Semitism and Societal Decline

Glenn delivers a passionate monologue addressing the alarming rise in anti-Semitic incidents and broader societal issues, drawing parallels to historical totalitarianism.

• Glenn Beck [07:50 - 32:25]:

  • Boulder, Colorado Incident: "A man, an illegal immigrant, set a Jewish grandmother on fire... Muhammad Solomon had planned it for over a year... That's not just terrorism. That is evil."

  • Societal Indifference and Silence: "Fear in that kind of environment becomes the governing force... Americans who instinctively recoil from today's overt antisemitism but keep quiet out of self-preservation are not morally equivalent to the aggressors."

  • Media's Role: "If this had been the other way around, if a white man had firebombed a mosque while screaming ethnic slurs, the media would be on fire today. But a Jewish woman gets burned, and the media just kind of pretends not to see it."

  • Call to Action: "We have to stop saying USA, USA, USA and wave the flag and start understanding what that flag stands for... We have to start questioning. We have to start critically thinking again."

Glenn emphasizes the necessity for moral courage, societal vigilance, and active resistance against rising hatred and totalitarian tendencies.

5. Guest Introduction: Sarah Adams

Glenn introduces Sarah Adams, highlighting her credentials as the author of Benghazi, Know Thy Enemy and her experience as a former CIA intelligence analyst.

• Glenn Beck [32:32]: "Sarah Adams is the author of Benghazi, Know Thy Enemy, and she's also a former CIA intelligence analyst and targeter."

6. Discussion on Terrorism and National Security

Sarah Adams joins the conversation to discuss the escalating threats of terrorism within the United States and globally.

• Rising Terrorist Presence:

  • Sarah Adams [33:23]: "We've allowed this radicalization around the pro-Hamas movement... Bin Laden's sons are planning another 9/11 on U.S. soil."

  • Glenn Beck [34:08]: "We've left our borders open. How many terrorists do you think have come in the last four years?"

  • Sarah Adams [34:54]: "The numbers in the last four years are easily over 8,000 terrorists have come in."

• Coordination Among Terrorist Groups:

  • Sarah Adams [35:08]: "There are some joint agreements between ISIS and Al Qaeda... they're planning more aggressive attacks using drones."

• European Context:

  • Sarah Adams [36:10]: "Germany picked up a terrorist slotted to be a U.S. homeland attack commander... Sweden has a terrorist attack almost every day."

Glenn and Sarah express grave concerns about the heightened capabilities and increased presence of terrorist groups, both domestically and internationally, underscoring the urgent need for robust counterterrorism measures.

7. Recommendations and Closing Remarks

Sarah Adams provides actionable advice for securing public spaces and enhancing individual preparedness against potential terrorist attacks.

• Hardening Public Locations:

  • Sarah Adams [43:08]: "Harden locations like hospitals, shopping centers, schools, and nightclubs to delay or deter attacks."

• Be a Force Multiplier:

  • Sarah Adams [43:08]: "Learn first aid, know how to stop the bleed, and be prepared to assist before first responders arrive."

• Church Security Measures:

  • Sarah Adams [44:20]: "Implement security teams, register visitors, and be vigilant about unusual inquiries or behaviors."

Glenn emphasizes the importance of community involvement and personal responsibility in bolstering national security.

• Glenn Beck [44:07]: "You just recently tweeted there have been multiple incidences of suspected terrorist casing churches across the U.S. If this happens at your parish, don't brush it off, report it."

Conclusion

The episode of The Glenn Beck Program offers a sobering analysis of current societal and security challenges facing America. Through reflective discussion and expert insights from Sarah Adams, Glenn Beck calls for increased vigilance, community engagement, and proactive measures to combat rising threats and preserve the nation's foundational values.

Notable Quotes:

• Glenn Beck [09:32]: "You know why? Because look at who is running it. It is all elites and wild rich people that are completely out of touch."

• Sarah Adams [35:08]: "They've trained on nightclubs... think about it. If you harden those type of locations, they have to recalculate."

• Glenn Beck [16:27]: "Look, that might be a good thing. Might be something that everybody's excited about."

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