Podcast Summary: "Exposed: Who’s Funding the 'Grassroots' Tesla Protests"

Introduction In this episode of The Glenn Beck Program aired on March 31, 2025, host Glenn Beck delves into the contentious issue of the purportedly "grassroots" movements targeting Tesla. Joined by guest Kevin Freeman and Josh Hammer, the discussion centers around the financing and organization behind these protests, suggesting a deeper, possibly orchestrated influence by larger entities.

Marine Le Pen's Political Ban in France The episode kicks off with a discussion on recent political developments in France, where Marine Le Pen, a far-right leader, has been barred from running for president due to convictions related to embezzlement of European Parliament funds.

• Glenn Beck [05:57]: "They now don't have to worry about that."
• Stu Burguiere [05:48]: "But had nothing to do with that, Stu. It was all crimes."

Beck and Burguiere express skepticism about the convenience of Le Pen's removal, implying political maneuvering rather than genuine judicial justice.

Judicial Overreach and Political Manipulation The conversation shifts to the broader issue of judicial overreach, highlighting cases involving prominent figures like Donald Trump and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. They argue that judges are manipulating the system to eliminate political threats.

• Glenn Beck [08:24]: "You know why that doesn't work? I honestly believe this is because the people get pissed off that you're trying to make the decision for them."
• Stu Burguiere [15:43]: "He'd probably have examples where he's like, that really doesn't count."

Beck criticizes the judiciary for undermining democratic principles by sidelining elected officials through legal tactics.

The "Grassroots" Tesla Protests A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to analyzing the recent surge in protests against Tesla vehicles. Beck and Burguiere suggest that these movements are not genuinely grassroots but are funded and orchestrated by well-funded organizations aligned with the Democratic Party.

• Glenn Beck [23:50]: "This is all big money trying to start these protests, trying to get the useful idiots to go out on the street and do their bidding, which is terrorism."
• Stu Burguiere [23:45]: "They're useful idiots. That, that's what you are."

They present evidence purportedly linking these protests to organizations like Housing Works Inc., Swing Left, and MoveOn.org, collectively contributing over $124 million to anti-Tesla initiatives.

Guest Segment: Josh Hammer on the Gold Standard Movement Later in the episode, guest Josh Hammer joins to discuss the legislative efforts in Utah aimed at reinstating gold and silver as legal tender. Hammer emphasizes the constitutional basis for these measures and critiques Governor Cox's veto of HB306, which had unanimous support in the legislature.

• Josh Hammer [71:05]: "Article 1, Section 10 was put in by the founders. It says that a state can make nothing other than gold and silver coin legal tender in the state."
• Glenn Beck [73:05]: "He's been overridden before, and in other states, they've overridden."

Hammer urges listeners to support the movement by contacting their state representatives to override gubernatorial vetoes, highlighting the widespread legislative support across multiple states.

Conspiracy Theories and Global Affairs The discussion takes a conspiratorial turn as Beck and Burguiere link various global events to alleged deep-state actions aimed at destabilizing democratic nations. They reference the release of JFK files and assert unfounded claims about Mossad's involvement in historical and contemporary political assassinations.

• Josh Hammer [94:02]: "Antisemitism creeping further and further into the public sphere."
• Stu Burguiere [96:14]: "JFK was a great friend actually of the Jewish people in the Jewish state."

These segments intertwine historical references with present-day geopolitical issues, portraying a narrative of ongoing covert operations against Western civilization.

Conclusion Glenn Beck concludes the episode by reiterating his stance against what he perceives as orchestrated left-wing activism and judicial overreach. He underscores the importance of constitutional safeguards and urges listeners to remain vigilant against these purported threats.

• Glenn Beck [120:22]: "We have to start teaching our kids no means no. No means something. Property is not just stuff, it's a principle."
• Stu Burguiere [120:22]: "It's all about choice. It's about building something that lasts."

Notable Quotes:

• Glenn Beck [06:16]: "What if we just stop them from doing the things that they're good at?"
• Stu Burguiere [09:01]: "The people who are riding against Tesla, taking old ladies. We showed you that video just a minute ago."

Key Takeaways:

• The episode presents a critical view of the French judiciary's handling of Marine Le Pen's political career, framing it as politically motivated.
• Beck and Burguiere argue that recent protests against Tesla are not organic but are funded by large Democratic-aligned organizations.
• Guest Josh Hammer advocates for the reinstatement of the gold standard in state currencies, highlighting constitutional arguments and legislative support.
• The hosts weave in conspiracy theories linking global events to deep-state actions, emphasizing a narrative of persistent threats to Western democracy.

This episode is a blend of political commentary, legislative advocacy, and conspiracy-driven narratives, reflecting Glenn Beck's characteristic blend of analysis and opinion.