The Glenn Beck Program

Episode: Jasmine Crockett Out-Dummied Herself on Epstein | Guest: Rep. Chip Roy
Airdate: November 20, 2025
Host: Glenn Beck (Blaze Podcast Network)
Guest: Rep. Chip Roy (Congressman, candidate for Texas Attorney General)
Key Contributors: Stu (co-host/producer), Julie (Cracker Barrel CEO)

Overview

This episode dives into prominent controversies and political developments, focusing on Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s misleading Epstein accusation, the broader scandal of Jeffrey Epstein’s associations (including new Larry Summers revelations), Texas’s aggressive stance against the Muslim Brotherhood and CAIR, judicial activism in state and federal courts, and the risks of federal overreach in regulating artificial intelligence. The episode features sharp analysis, candid critique, and biting humor in Beck’s signature style, with Rep. Chip Roy offering perspective on Texas’s evolving political landscape.

Detailed Breakdown by Topic

1. Jasmine Crockett’s Epstein Accusation & Media Spin

(Starts ~05:40–19:13)

Main theme:
Rep. Jasmine Crockett accused Lee Zeldin and other Republicans of taking donations from "Jeffrey Epstein," insinuating ties to the notorious sex offender. When confronted, she clarified it was "a Jeffrey Epstein"—not the Jeffrey Epstein—blaming time pressure and minimal research as the reason for the confusion.

Key Discussion Points:

• Media Gamesmanship: Crockett used the similarity of names to cast aspersions, relying on what Beck calls a “smear,” not a mere misunderstanding.

  “You weren't misleading people because you didn't say it was the Jeffrey Epstein. You said it was a Jeffrey Epstein. What is the problem with getting money from Dr. Jeffrey Epstein?”
  — Glenn Beck (07:30)

• Research Shortfall: Crockett admitted her staff only had 20 minutes to ‘Google’ the name before making the claim publicly.

  “...My team, what they did is they googled. And that is specifically why I said a Jeffrey Epstein, unlike Republicans, at least don't go out and just tell lies because it was not the same one.”
  — Jasmine Crockett (CNN clip, 05:40)

• Political Incentives for Outrage:

  “The entire system is set up to reward people like her who just say the dumbest things possible…and get all the clicks.”
  — Stu (10:58)

• Legal Immunity on House Floor: Congress members can make false claims on the floor without fear of legal repercussion.

  “As long as she said it on the floor of the House, not a problem.”
  — Glenn Beck (15:00)

• Selective media scrutiny: CNN failed to challenge Crockett as vigorously as they do Republican claims.

Notable/Memorable Quotes:

• “She knew exactly what she was doing. And I hope that she continues…to gain power and love and respect from the Democrats because she is insane. She’s so reckless. She’s insane.”
  — Glenn Beck (09:42)
• “She is dishonest and bad at it. And that's one of the things I love about her…”
  — Stu (15:41)
• “You could say the worst thing. You could say he was having sex with 4-year-olds with Jeffrey Epstein, and it could be a complete lie. And you cannot be held responsible because you said it on the floor of the House. That's why the standards are so low.”
  — Glenn Beck (14:32)

Timestamps for Major Moments:

• Crockett’s CNN defense: 05:40–08:51
• Beck mocks ‘Google as research’ in Congress: 12:12
• Discussion on Congressional legal immunity: 14:21
• Media double standard critique: 18:40

2. Larry Summers and the New Epstein Revelations

(21:30–38:06)

Main theme:
Larry Summers, former Treasury Secretary, was exposed for communicating with Jeffrey Epstein as late as 2019—long after Epstein was publicly disgraced and convicted. Summers requested “dating” help from Epstein for a student/mentee.

Key Discussion Points:

• Damning Timeline: Contacts with Epstein continued post-2018 Miami Herald expose.

  “By 2018, there's no way of talking your way into ‘this is a good guy’ and Larry Summers wants him to be his wingman...”
  — Glenn Beck (25:04)

• No Illegal Activity, But Poor Judgment:

  “Now, he didn’t break any laws…he just shows really horrible judgment that he’s still with Epstein…and he’s not asking Epstein for business advice. He’s asking him for advice on how to get, quote, horizontal with somebody.”
  — Glenn Beck (27:57)

• Harvard’s Response: Summers tried to teach despite scandal but was quickly suspended.

  “He actually got to teach one class after all of this is broken. It’s amazing to me.”
  — Glenn Beck (29:45)

• Transparency vs. Privacy Debate: Should all documents be dumped or should private, non-criminal matters be withheld?

  “I think the way we've reacted to it after we knew it is fine. But should we know that coming from the government?”
  — Stu (35:34)

• National Security Angle: Summers’ personal moral failing may also pose security risks due to ties with Chinese-connected mentee.

Notable Quotes:

• “You show absolutely no self-restraint, no common sense, and you’re wanting to bed somebody that’s in bed with the Communist Chinese…and you’re a former treasury secretary? No, uh, no [security] clearance for you.”
  — Glenn Beck (36:13)

Timestamps for Major Moments:

• Epstein–Summers background recap: 21:30–22:49
• Summers asks Epstein for ‘dating’ help: 25:04–28:25
• Government transparency debate: 32:01–36:13
• National security implications: 36:13

3. Texas Designates CAIR & Muslim Brotherhood as Terrorist Organizations

(45:42–57:16; resumed after 64:26)

Main theme:
Texas declares CAIR and the Muslim Brotherhood as transnational terrorist organizations. Rep. Chip Roy joins Beck to discuss the stakes for Texas and America.

Key Discussion Points:

• Significance of the Move: It brings greater scrutiny and potential legal tools to combat organizations seen as radicalizing and undermining Western values.
• Historical Context: The roots of the problem go back decades (notably with the Holy Land Foundation case in DFW).
• The Sharia Law Threat:

  “Sharia law is happening…they have put these Sharia courts into place to handle things.”
  — Glenn Beck (53:06)

• Enforcement Questions: Will the proclamation actually result in actions against subversive organizations or is it just political posturing?
• Immigration Pause Bill: Roy introduces new legislation to pause all immigration pending comprehensive reform and national security vetting.

Notable Quotes:

• “If you lose Texas, you lose the West. As Texas goes, so goes America. And as America goes, so goes the rest of the world.”
  — Glenn Beck (52:40)
• “Why are we importing more people? Let's put Americans to work. Let's stop destroying our culture.”
  — Chip Roy (55:46)
• “You can't win a war if you don't even acknowledge that it's happening.”
  — Chip Roy (79:49)

Timestamps for Major Moments:

• Abbott’s proclamation & why it matters: 49:04–52:40
• Sharia courts/Islamification discussion: 54:33–57:16
• Proposal to pause immigration: 56:38

4. Judicial Activism and Texas Political Map

(64:26–76:43)

Main theme:
Texas faces judicial blocks: a Clinton-appointed judge halts a law allowing Ten Commandments to be posted in public schools; another judge throws out redistricting that favored Republicans. Discussion on what to do about activist judges usurping elected governments.

Key Discussion Points:

• Impeachment as Remedy: Roy argues House should impeach rogue judges to “send a signal” the judiciary can’t overrule legislative will with impunity.
• Legal Precedents: The Texas Ten Commandments case has Supreme Court backing, so the block may not stand.
• Redistricting Power Move: A 2–1 decision (over the dissent of a well-respected judge) is seen as a partisan grab, likely to be appealed to the Supreme Court.

Notable Quotes:

• “The U.S. House of Representatives needs to impeach at least one of these judges...to send a signal.”
  — Chip Roy (64:26)

Timestamps for Major Moments:

• Ten Commandments ruling: 64:26–66:08
• Redistricting controversy and process: 74:24-76:43

5. The James Comey Case

(76:43–78:14)

Main theme:
Comey, believed to have lied under oath, looks likely to escape punishment due to prosecutorial and procedural failures and a favorable judge.

“Comey, we believe, lied…that is, in fact, an indictable offense…hopefully this will proceed, but that's about all I got on that one.”
— Chip Roy (77:11)

6. AI Regulation: National Security & Federal Preemption

(87:18–94:10)

Main theme:
Congress is considering a stealth move to preempt state regulation of AI by tucking federal control into the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Beck vehemently opposes removing state and local voices from this critical technology debate.

Key Discussion Points:

• National vs. State Authority: Federal preemption would strip states’ ability to regulate AI, shifting all oversight to Washington elites.
• Existential Risks: Beck draws parallels to the Manhattan Project, warning that AI could endanger all humanity and that "elites" shouldn't make the decision unilaterally.
• Call for Transparency and Deliberation: Beck urges listeners to oppose secretive, hasty lawmaking on an issue of such magnitude.

Notable Quotes:

• “When all of our society and civilization itself—and possibly mankind itself—can be wiped out by this, don’t you think we have a say?”
  — Glenn Beck (94:11)
• “Elites are the ones who have gotten us to where we are today.”
  — Glenn Beck (94:10)

7. Major Breaking News: Cracker Barrel & DEI

(105:20–120:33 approx.)

Main theme:
Beck interviews Julie, the CEO of Cracker Barrel, about the company’s DEI strategy and response to brand backlash. On the day of airing, Cracker Barrel’s board ousted its DEI-focused director, signaling a move away from institutional DEI and toward shareholder demand.

Key Discussion Points:

• CEO Soft-Pedals on DEI:

  “We’re not trying to make political statements.”
  — Julie, CEO (107:01)

• Behind the Scenes:

  “While she didn’t answer me on the DEI thing…he [Gilbert de Villa] has resigned. Now, his job…was to assess the social and political risk to the company’s business. Well, who is he? He's the CEO of a DEI strategy firm.”
  — Glenn Beck (116:26)

• Activist Influence: The show teases further revelations about activist shareholders pushing changes at Cracker Barrel.

Notable Quotes (with Timestamps)

• “You clearly were smearing. Not misleading. Not misleading. What's the problem from taking it from other than poor Dr. Jeffrey Epstein? Oh, my gosh, first of all, bad for that guy.” — Glenn Beck (07:30)
• “She is dishonest and bad at it. And that's one of the things I love about her.” — Stu (15:41)
• “By 2018. There's no way of talking your way into ‘this is a good guy.’ And Larry Summers wants him to be his wingman… after the Miami report comes out.” — Glenn Beck (25:04)
• “If you lose Texas, you lose the West. As Texas goes, so goes America. And as America goes, so goes the rest of the world.” — Glenn Beck (52:40)
• “I tell you, Chip… we're at the beginning stages. You'll see history in a hundred years from now will write… this is the beginning of a world war and nobody has caught up with it yet.” — Glenn Beck (79:49)
• “When all of our society and civilization itself—and possibly mankind itself—can be wiped out by this, don’t you think we have a say?” — Glenn Beck (94:11)

Major Segment Timestamps

| Segment | Start | End | |------------------------------------|-------|--------| | Crockett/Epstein Controversy | 05:40 | 19:13 | | Larry Summers/Epstein Emails | 21:30 | 38:06 | | CAIR, Muslim Brotherhood, TX | 45:42 | ~57:16 | | Judicial Activism in Texas | 64:26 | ~76:43 | | James Comey/DOJ Discussion | 76:43 | 78:14 | | AI Regulation Debate | 87:18 | 94:10 | | Cracker Barrel DEI Segment |105:20 |120:33 |

Tone and Takeaways

• Tone: Sarcastic, pointed, often mocking toward targets (Democrats, mainstream media, DEI, etc.), but analytical and occasionally self-critical regarding the right or "elites."
• Takeaway: The episode emphasizes both the dysfunction and corruption Beck sees on the left and within elite institutions (from Congress to Harvard to global corporations), while upholding state sovereignty, transparency, and “Western civilization” as pillars against these threats.

For Further Listening

• Full Glenn Beck Program on BlazeTV and podcast platforms (see BlazeTV/Glenn)
• Special: Glenn’s interview with Cracker Barrel CEO Julie (BlazeTV, YouTube, podcast feed)

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