The Glenn Beck Program: How 2024 Became the 'Campaign of the Podcast'

Hosts: Glenn Beck
Guests: Charlie Kirk & Carol Roth
Date: November 8, 2024

1. Introduction and Overview

The episode kicks off with Glenn Beck expressing his optimism following the 2024 election results. He acknowledges significant shifts in voter behavior and credit strategic efforts that contributed to Donald Trump's victory. The conversation lays the foundation for discussing the pivotal elements that transformed the 2024 election into what Beck terms the "Campaign of the Podcast."

2. Donald Trump's 10-Step Plan to Dismantle the Deep State

At [04:40], Glenn Beck introduces a speech by Donald Trump outlining his comprehensive strategy to eliminate the deep state and restore democratic governance. The ten-point plan includes:

1. Reissuing Executive Orders: Restoring presidential authority to remove rogue bureaucrats.
2. Overhauling National Security and Intelligence Agencies: Cleaning out corrupt actors.
3. Reforming FISA Courts: Addressing corruption and misuse of surveillance powers.
4. Establishing a Truth and Reconciliation Commission: Declassifying documents related to deep state activities.
5. Cracking Down on Government Leakers: Prosecuting those who subvert government integrity.
6. Ensuring Inspector Generals' Independence: Separating them physically and operationally from departments they oversee.
7. Implementing an Independent Auditing System for Intelligence Agencies: Monitoring for espionage and disinformation.
8. Relocating Federal Bureaucracy: Moving government positions away from Washington to areas with patriotic residents.
9. Banning Federal Bureaucrats from Regulated Industries: Preventing conflicts of interest by banning post-government employment in regulated sectors.
10. Pushing for Term Limits on Congress: Introducing constitutional amendments to impose term limits on legislators.

Glenn Beck praises the plan, highlighting its broad support and potential to combat corruption. He remarks at [08:12], “He wants to ban the bureaucrats from going into the businesses that they regulate after they leave government. That's absolutely fantastic.”

3. Campaign Strategies and Voter Turnout Efforts

Charlie Kirk discusses the critical role of Turning Point USA in bolstering voter turnout, particularly among young voters. At [11:03], he notes, “Trump won Wisconsin by 30,000 votes. As we are speaking, we still have 850,000 votes left to count. We like to take at least 90 days to count our ballots here. It’s a joke.”

Dan Roth, a guest affiliated with Turning Point USA, elaborates on their voter mobilization strategy. He explains how they targeted low-propensity voters through extensive ground operations, significantly impacting battleground states like Arizona and Wisconsin. Dan emphasizes the importance of their efforts in securing Trump’s narrow victories in key regions.

4. Economic Policies: Tariffs, Tax Cuts, and Deregulation

Glenn Beck and Charlie Kirk delve into Trump’s economic proposals:

• Tariffs: Discussed as a means to protect American industries and stimulate economic growth. At [53:34], Beck mentions, “Donald Trump is the guy who could do it. He could get that constitutional amendment passed on the term limits on Congress.”

• Income Tax Reform: Debated as a potential driver for economic expansion. Carol Roth comments at [78:40], “The tax code is so insane. I imagine that will take some time, but would completely welcome it.”

• Deregulation: Both hosts advocate for massive deregulation to reduce bureaucratic burdens on businesses. Beck states, “He wants to do massive fundamental change in just the garbage of the bureaucracy.”

They discuss the challenge of balancing tariff increases with potential income tax reductions without jeopardizing government revenue, highlighting Carol Roth's insight: “The math doesn't really work out because you have to remember 70% of our economy is service-based.”

5. Racial Realignment: Hispanic and Black Voters Shift

A significant portion of the discussion focuses on the realignment of Hispanic and Black voters away from the Democratic Party. At [108:15], Dan Roth asserts, “The American people withstood the most intense propaganda political hurricane of American history.”

Carol Roth adds at [109:35], “Voters are actually voting much more based on their values and their class than on their race. And that is really dangerous in the Democrat Party.”

The hosts credit Trump's messaging as pivotal in this shift, arguing that emphasizing merit and character over racial identity resonated with a broader spectrum of voters. Beck summarizes the impact: “Almost no documented case of a generation that becomes more liberal as they get older. So the fact that this generation is the most conservative voting generation since 1988, that means that the future is only going to get redder.”

6. Optimism for the Future: Stock Markets and Small Businesses

Carol Roth shares her optimism regarding the post-election economic landscape. At [68:57], she states, “The Russell 2000, which are the smaller cap, publicly traded Companies, they were up 5% the day after the election.”

Glenn Beck echoes this sentiment, expressing confidence in economic growth driven by policy changes. He envisions a potential $18,000 raise for Americans, contingent on strategic implementation of Trump's tariffs and tax policies.

Carol adds at [72:59], “This is really a three-legged stool that will help to unleash growth,” referring to deregulation, tax cuts, and tariff policies.

7. Call-ins and Personal Stories

Throughout the episode, Glenn Beck incorporates call-ins and personal anecdotes to illustrate the tangible impact of Trump’s policies. One standout story involves Chef Daniel Lancaster, who shares how a meeting with Donald Trump in 2011 inspired his culinary career and entrepreneurial efforts. At [28:08], Daniel recounts, “Donald Trump was so kind to two gay guys. It was Donald Trump who inspired me to be a success.”

This segment underscores the emotional and personal connections that have fueled the conservative movement, highlighting the human element behind political strategies.

8. Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In the closing segments, Beck and his guests reflect on the transformative nature of the 2024 election. They emphasize the role of strategic voter outreach, economic policies, and shifting voter demographics in securing a conservative victory. Carol Roth underscores the importance of continued vigilance and proactive policy implementation to maintain and expand these gains.

Beck concludes with a call to action, urging listeners to remain optimistic and engaged: “Stand up straight and hold the light. It's a new day. I turn around.” This encapsulates the episode's overarching theme of renewal and proactive stewardship of the newly established conservative momentum.

Notable Quotes

• Glenn Beck [04:40]: “Donald Trump is the guy who could do it. He could get that constitutional amendment passed on the term limits on Congress.”

• Charlie Kirk [11:03]: “We amassed the greatest ground force that's ever done. We raised tens of millions of dollars, praise God, from our donors.”

• Dan Roth [78:40]: “The math doesn't really work out because you have to remember 70% of our economy is service-based.”

• Carol Roth [109:35]: “Voters are actually voting much more based on their values and their class than on their race. And that is really dangerous in the Democrat Party.”

• Chef Daniel Lancaster [28:08]: “Donald Trump was so kind to two gay guys. It was Donald Trump who inspired me to be a success.”

This episode of "The Glenn Beck Program" provides a comprehensive look at the strategies and ideological shifts that propelled the 2024 election, emphasizing the pivotal role of voter mobilization, economic policy reform, and racial realignment in reshaping the American political landscape.