The Glenn Beck Program

Episode: Comey Indictment & Soros Probe Prove Justice Is BACK
Date: September 26, 2025
Guests: John Solomon (Just the News), Ryan Morrow (Capital Research Center), Carl Barney (The Happiness Experiment)
Show Theme: Storytelling, insight, and compelling perspective on American culture and politics

Episode Overview

Glenn Beck explores major shifts in the American (and global) political landscape, drawing connections between current U.S. events and similar movements worldwide, particularly South Korea’s recent turmoil. He discusses the indictment of James Comey, probes into George Soros’ activities, and the ominous warning signs for constitutional freedoms and religious liberty worldwide. Key guests provide expert insights: investigative reporter John Solomon explains the legal landscape around the Comey case and upcoming prosecutions, while researcher Ryan Morrow details his bombshell report that triggered DOJ probes into Soros-funded groups.

The episode moves from the urgent threats facing Western democracy to personal stories of faith, resilience, and what it takes to build a meaningful life, culminating in a moving tribute to the late Voddie Baucham and an inspiring conversation with philanthropist Carl Barney about the true nature of happiness.

Key Segments & Discussion Points

1. The Global Playbook: How America's Crisis Mirrors South Korea (05:00–25:00, 45:50–62:54)

Political Inflection Point and the Rise of Justified Political Violence

• Glenn points out that American politics are at a turning point, reminiscent of the 1960s, but with far deeper instability and acceptance of violence as justified by many.
• The battleground is no longer virtual: “We're not armed with bullets, but with the truth, the Lord, and the Constitution. They're armed with guns.” (04:31)

Mirrored Destabilization: America & South Korea

• Glenn draws a close parallel between recent events in the U.S. and the fall of South Korea’s conservative President Yoon (“the Korean Trump”), emphasizing the use of virtually identical tactics by left-wing opposition — “the same playbook, word for word, country after country.”
• Yoon’s crackdowns, martial law, and eventual downfall served as a warning: “He did exactly what the left needed him to do. Overreact. Call martial law. From there, he was destroyed and the opposition took over.” (25:13, 45:53)
• The suppression of dissent, religious voices, and freedom of speech is accelerating in the UK and the EU, cited as previews of what could come to America if vigilance lapses.

Notable Quote

“We are at a place, a change of direction we really haven’t seen since the 1960s where political violence was justified … But now, it’s not just a metaphorical battleground. Now it actually is.”
— Glenn Beck (04:31)

2. The Assault on Faith & Speech as Tools of Control (10:00–25:00, 45:53–62:54)

• The crackdown on Christianity and religion in South Korea is depicted as a warning for American Christians: “Your religion has never been tough to live in America… but they must get rid of the Christians. They must silence the churches because only God will give you the courage to stand for His rights.” (46:05)

• Glenn underscores the “same playbook”—capturing schools, perverting legal structures, chilling dissent, and stoking class and social divisions—being deployed globally.

• The resistance must be spiritual and principled: “If you’re fighting this, what’s motivating you? Only God. Only God gives you the courage to lay down your life for a higher cause, and they must shut down the churches for that reason.” (12:00–16:00)

Notable Quote

“That’s the only important thing I could do … Only God. That’s why they must shut down the churches. Because only God will give you the courage to stand.”
— Glenn Beck (16:00)

3. Breaking News: The Comey Indictment Explained

Featuring: John Solomon (Just the News)
(26:25–41:23)

What Happened?

• James Comey indicted on two counts of false testimony, based on inner-circle evidence (incl. Andy McCabe, James Baker, and Chief of Staff James Rebicki).
• The third charge didn’t stick—jury decided only two charges had enough evidence.
• Glenn and John discuss how this indictment is not just “political retribution”—grand jury process worked as intended.

The Stakes

• Comey faces possible prison time, similar to Watergate’s John Mitchell (five years per charge).
• There may be a broader “grand conspiracy” case building, with potential further indictments for figures like John Bolton and Letitia James.

Notable Quotes

“When this case is made, you’re not going to be hearing from some far-flung Trump witness— you’re going to be hearing from three people in the inner circle of James Comey… That makes this a very powerful case.”
— John Solomon (27:01)

“I find it amusing that [Democrats are] suddenly worried about weaponization of the Justice Department after years of ignoring it.”
— John Solomon (35:39)

4. The Soros Probe & The Threat of Subversive Networks

Featuring: Ryan Morrow (Capital Research Center)
(111:20–121:21)

Soros’ Funding Network and DOJ Actions

• Morrow details his months-long investigation into the Open Society Foundations: over $80 million traced (from Soros’ own records) to U.S.-based and global groups tied to terrorism, extremism, and criminality.
• DOJ response: Following exposure on this show and Charlie Kirk’s program, the Justice Department initiates probes in multiple states.
• Morrow advocates using the IRS tax code to remove tax-exempt status for groups engaged in illegal activity, which he says would quickly cripple much of the domestic radical infrastructure.

What’s Next?

• Left-wing groups may use this probe as rallying propaganda, but Morrow warns “they’re too arrogant, they don’t believe they can be touched.”
• He outlines other possible legal tools: designating entities as transnational criminal orgs, freezing networks, and shares specifics about groups like the Sunrise Movement, Movement for Black Lives, and the John Brown Gun Club (Antifa militia).

Notable Quotes

“This horrific stuff is what [Soros’ people] are comfortable telling the world … Their public statement was just ‘No, we’re not doing that’—no facts, nothing.”
— Ryan Morrow (115:13)

“It’s almost like a single entity … All of us who want civil society to function well are on one side; all these other guys who want to burn everything down, on the other.”
— Ryan Morrow (120:30)

5. The Armor of God & Spiritual Resistance

(68:49–79:29)

• Glenn shares personal reflections on resilience, faith, and the metaphorical “armor of God” as modeled in Ephesians—explaining the meaning of each “piece” (truth, righteousness, faith, peace, salvation, the word, and prayer) and how it fortifies individuals for today’s struggles.
• The only “offensive weapon” given is the “sword of the spirit”—the word of God and truth.
• Urges listeners to “pray and decide whose side are you on … not Republican or Democrat, but true universal freedom.”

Notable Quote

“When Christians say we have to put on the armor of God—our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms … You are fighting evil, not your neighbor.”
— Glenn Beck (68:49)

6. Happiness, Meaning, and Resilience: Interview with Carl Barney

(88:46–104:12)

The Experiment

• Barney shares why, after a near-fatal plane crash, he gave his inheritance to friends and employees while alive—conditional on them developing a “happiness plan.”
• The Three V’s: Vision (dreams, purpose), Values (what truly matters), and Virtue (behavior to make values real).
• Results: All participants increased their happiness—not just through wealth or things, but by clarifying what they value, cultivating gratitude, and living purposefully.

Notable Quotes

“The only right answer to ‘Are you happy?’ is ‘I’m working on it.’ Because happiness is always a project in motion.”
— Carl Barney (91:03)

“Whatever the value is that you want … you have to do certain things. You have to be friendly to have friends, loving to have love, plan and work to have wealth—those are virtues.”
— Carl Barney (101:14)

7. In Memoriam: Voddie Baucham (125:33–128:24)

• Glenn pays tribute to the late Voddie Baucham, pastor and civil rights leader.
• Highlights a past interview: Baucham laments that Christianity in popular culture is only portrayed positively if it’s social gospel, not tied to actual Christian faith or truth.
• Warns: “The 11th commandment is ‘Thou shalt be nice’—and we don’t believe the other ten.” (127:19)

Conclusion: The Battle for America’s Soul (Throughout)

• Glenn’s final appeal is for listeners to “decide what’s worth fighting for,” reminding them that the struggle isn’t just political, but spiritual.
• The episode closes challenging each listener: “Are you putting on the full armor of God? Are you fighting with truth, love, and faith?”

Key Timestamps

• Political Inflection & Global Playbook: 05:00–25:13, 45:53–62:54
• Comey Indictment Analysis (w/ John Solomon): 26:25–41:23
• South Korea as Cautionary Tale: 25:13–45:53, 46:05–62:54
• Armor of God & Personal Resilience: 68:49–79:29
• Carl Barney Happiness Experiment: 88:46–104:12
• Ryan Morrow & Soros Probe: 111:20–121:21
• Voddie Baucham In Memoriam: 125:33–128:24

Memorable Quotes

“We are being isolated. The West is being dismantled … and only because of Donald Trump are we not still going down that road.”
— Glenn Beck (45:53)

“If we don't, these people will not quit … and it will end up being our last foreign war.”
— Glenn Beck, warning about Islamist/communist alliances (58:00 approx.)

“Pray in the spirit on all occasions … Everything you do should be prayer.”
— Glenn Beck (79:29)

Tone

• Concerned, urgent, spiritual, and candid
• Interspersed with Glenn’s characteristic humor and moments of warmth
• Openly faith-driven and politically combative, but calling for nonviolence and principled resistance

Summary for New Listeners

This episode encapsulates Glenn Beck’s view of 2025 as a moment of profound upheaval for American democracy, faith, and individual liberty. Guest experts break down momentous news—James Comey’s indictment and the DOJ’s investigation into George Soros’ activist web—while Glenn connects these events to global patterns and personal stories. From warnings about chilling authoritarian trends to deep conversations about finding genuine happiness and purpose, the show urges listeners to ground themselves in truth, faith, conviction, and community.