Podcast Summary: The Glenn Beck Program – Best of the Program | Guests: Sen. Mike Lee & Alan Dershowitz | 06/19/25

Introduction and Current Events Overview

The episode begins with Glenn Beck highlighting several pressing issues and humorous anecdotes. He references a controversial statement by a celebrity on "The View" and introduces his guests, Alan Dershowitz and Senator Mike Lee, to discuss recent Supreme Court decisions and the contentious proposal to sell off federal lands.

Segment 1: Internal Conflicts and Political Polarization

Timestamp: 00:00 – 05:41

Glenn Beck initiates the conversation by addressing the increasing internal conflicts within political circles. He laments the divisive rhetoric and the lack of constructive dialogue among allies.

• Glenn Beck (02:51): "People just ripping each other apart, friends ripping friends apart. And I’ve never seen anything like it on our side. And it’s got to stop."

Stu Burguiere concurs, emphasizing the counterproductive nature of these disputes.

The discussion shifts to a recent appearance by Whoopi Goldberg on "The View," where she made contentious remarks comparing the treatment of Black Americans to that of women and LGBTQ+ individuals in Iran. Beck criticizes her statements as baseless and historically inaccurate.

• Whoopi Goldberg (07:11): "Just remember too, the Iranians literally throw gay people off of buildings. They don't adhere to basic human rights."

• Glenn Beck (08:09): "She’s so brave. And so, I mean, for a B or C grade actor in a forgotten movie system, she is really quite bright."

Beck continues to mock Goldberg's stance, highlighting the absurdity of her comparisons and the distortion of historical context regarding lynching in America.

Segment 2: Supreme Court Decisions and Gender Identity Issues

Timestamp: 16:05 – 25:32

Glenn Beck welcomes Alan Dershowitz, who discusses recent Supreme Court decisions impacting gender identity rights, particularly concerning minors.

• Alan Dershowitz (16:39): "It is insane...the radical left says that a 17 and a half year old can’t consent to have voluntary sex with their boyfriend... they can consent to have a abortion and they can consent to have radical surgery. That can’t be reversed."

Dershowitz criticizes the Court's split decision and argues for state authority in medical matters.

• Alan Dershowitz (19:14): "States are given an enormous amount of leeway in deciding what's best for people."

He further explores the implications of judicial overreach and the importance of balancing expert opinions with judicial oversight.

Beck ties this discussion to his stance on healthcare policies like Obamacare, contrasting it with Romneycare and expressing concerns over federal government overreach.

• Glenn Beck (21:30): "This is my argument with Obamacare... I was dead set against Obamacare, but I wasn't against romneycare when it was in Massachusetts."

Dershowitz supports Justice Thomas's approach to challenging expert opinions and advocates for democratic discourse without ideological dominance.

• Alan Dershowitz (20:26): "Experts have become partisans just like everybody else. And so I'm glad that expertise is being challenged by judges."

Segment 3: Selling Federal Lands – Conversation with Senator Mike Lee

Timestamp: 30:30 – 43:55

Glenn Beck introduces Senator Mike Lee to discuss the controversial bill proposing the sale of federal lands to address the housing crisis.

• Glenn Beck (30:30): "Mike Lee is here... you want to sell all of our national parks... instead of affordable housing."

Senator Lee counters Beck's assertions, clarifying the bill's intentions and mitigating misconceptions.

• Mike Lee (31:49): "Every one of those statements that you made in your opening reflects falsehood... we can't let that happen."

Lee explains that the bill targets only a fraction of federal land, specifically non-protected areas near population centers, and emphasizes the benefits for housing affordability.

• Mike Lee (34:09): "It requires the nomination, the application to the Bureau of Land Management or to the U.S. Forest Service... eligible for single-family housing."

Beck expresses concern over the environmental and recreational impacts, citing fears among hunters and campers.

• Glenn Beck (38:09): "They are really, truly terrified that the land that they have hunted on, they've camped on, they've hiked on, is all going to be gone."

Senator Lee reiterates that the bill does not affect protected lands and seeks to correct misinformation spread by environmental groups.

• Mike Lee (35:54): "This bill more than anything is there to help the American people afford housing... It's to help address that."

The conversation delves into historical context, explaining how federal land acquisition occurred during statehood expansions and the ongoing implications for states like Utah with extensive federal land ownership.

• Mike Lee (41:36): "As states were added to the Union... the US Government honored that plan with respect to states throughout the Midwest."

Beck challenges the necessity and transparency of the process, questioning the federal government's role in land management amid national debt concerns.

• Glenn Beck (40:46): "Why is anybody talking about that part of it... we're talking about less than, less than a half a percent..."

Senator Lee defends the bill's economic rationale and its role in mitigating the housing crisis without compromising environmental protections.

• Mike Lee (37:26): "We've got to get a hold of our debt and deficit... it's not unreasonable to say we're going to take a fraction of a percent of federal land that's not protected."

Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Glenn Beck wraps up the episode by reinforcing the importance of understanding factual information over prevailing misinformation. He underscores the program's commitment to presenting unfiltered truths and encourages listeners to engage critically with current events.

Notable Quotes:

• Glenn Beck (02:51): "People just ripping each other apart, friends ripping friends apart. And I’ve never seen anything like it on our side. And it’s got to stop."

• Alan Dershowitz (16:39): "It is insane...the radical left says that a 17 and a half year old can’t consent to have voluntary sex with their boyfriend... they can consent to have a abortion and they can consent to have radical surgery."

• Mike Lee (34:09): "It requires the nomination, the application to the Bureau of Land Management or to the U.S. Forest Service... eligible for single-family housing."

• Glenn Beck (38:09): "They are really, truly terrified that the land that they have hunted on, they've camped on, they've hiked on, is all going to be gone."

Final Remarks

This episode of "The Glenn Beck Program" provides insightful discussions on topical political and social issues, featuring prominent guests who offer diverse perspectives. From internal political strife and controversial public statements to significant legislative proposals affecting federal land ownership, the program delves deep into subjects that resonate with its audience. Through candid conversations and expert opinions, listeners are encouraged to critically evaluate the information shaping American culture and politics.