Best of the Program | Guests: Gov. Greg Abbott & Leland Vittert | 10/13/25

We are in a global competition with China, and Glenn warns that if we lose this AI race, we will lose the country. China is constructing up to 40 nuclear power plants each year to power its AI farms. Are we reaching a point where it's impossible to catch up? Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts joins Glenn to discuss Project 2025, the government shutdown, and what's to come as Trump's second term continues. Virginia gubernatorial candidate Winsome Earle-Sears (R) joins to discuss the dead-heat race and why she is the best fit to lead the state of Virginia. Glenn addresses the selective edits of a question he was asked at his TPUSA event regarding Israel and AIPAC. Why doesn't AIPAC register as a foreign agent under the Foreign Agents Registration Act? Glenn did his homework and revealed what he found. Houston Chronicle investigative reporter Eric Dexheimer joins to expose how an out-of-towner is plotting the complete takeover of a county in Texas, which prompted a lawsuit from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R). Glenn and Stu discuss the leftist media meltdown over War Secretary Pete Hegseth's new press policy.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are in a global competition with China, and Glenn warns that if we lose this AI/rare-earth minerals race, America will be in big trouble. Virginia gubernatorial candidate Winsome Earle-Sears (R) joins to discuss the close race and why she is the best fit to lead the state of Virginia. Houston Chronicle investigative reporter Eric Dexheimer joins to expose how an out-of-towner is plotting the complete takeover of a county in Texas, which prompted a lawsuit from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first time in generations, guns have been laid down and sirens are silent as Israel and Hamas have signed a potentially miraculous ceasefire and peace agreement. Glenn lays out the history of the conflict in the Middle East, showing how important this U.S.-brokered ceasefire truly is. Glenn and Stu discuss President Trump's leadership as he led the effort for this miraculous peace deal. When was the last time America had a president who ended conflict, rather than starting it? Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) joins Glenn to discuss a judge blocking the Texas National Guard from being activated in Illinois after being sent to "safeguard" ICE officers. It took President Trump nine months to do what past leaders couldn't do in years. Glenn shares that the FBI visited his home to request the research that was featured in his special exposing Antifa. "On Balance" host Leland Vittert joins to discuss the concerning rise of anti-Semitism within the Republican Party. Leland also shares his life story, which is outlined in his book, "Born Lucky: A Dedicated Father, a Grateful Son, and My Journey with Autism." Glenn plays some highlights of BlazeTV host of "Relatable" Allie Beth Stuckey's recent appearance on Jubilee's "Surrounded" series.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Glenn and Stu discuss President Trump's leadership as he led the effort for this miraculous peace deal. When was the last time America had a president who ended conflict, rather than starting it? Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) joins Glenn to discuss a judge blocking the Texas National Guard from being activated in Illinois after being sent to "safeguard" ICE officers. "On Balance" host Leland Vittert joins to discuss his life story, which is outlined in his book, "Born Lucky: A Dedicated Father, a Grateful Son, and My Journey with Autism." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Global elites are still pushing forward with their Great Reset agenda to enslave the world and create a post-human future despite President Trump’s crushing of ESG and DEI, researcher and author Whitney Webb tells Glenn. In her long-awaited return to "The Glenn Beck Podcast," Whitney explores the intricate web of global elites, including the World Economic Forum’s downfall under Klaus Schwab and current state under Larry Fink as well as the rise of digital IDs and AI-driven governance like Albania’s “digital minister.” Whitney also discusses the tools she believes the Great Reset elites are building to control us, including the Biden-era ARPA-H program and possible surveillance tech tied to Palantir and the CIA. Further, Whitney ties the globalists’ agenda to the chaos happening in cities like Chicago and Portland and what Trump must be wary of when deploying the National Guard. Plus, as a leading expert in the financial crimes and corrupt connections of Jeffrey Epstein, Whitney weighs in on the debate over the “black book” and why the government still hasn’t released all the Epstein documents.   You can read Whitney Webb's latest reporting on the Epstein case HERE: https://unlimitedhangout.com/author/whitney-webb/   Sponsors: American Financing’s salary-based mortgage consultants are saving their customers an average of $800 a month! Call American Financing at 800-906-2440 or go to https://AmericanFinancing.net.   If you’re living with aches and pains, see how Relief Factor, a daily drug-free supplement, could help you feel better and live better. Try the 3-week QuickStart for just $19.95 by visiting https://ReliefFactor.com.   Right now, to celebrate 25 years in business, Moxie Pest Control is offering your first pest control service for just $25. Visit https://MoxieServices.com/BECK and use promo code “BECK.”   The Atom X hearing aid from Audien is a beautifully designed, ready-to-go device made by audiologists who actually listened to what people want — less clutter, less confusion, less fiddling around. Visit https://AudienHearing.com and take control of your hearing today.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Glenn starts the show by reading a statement made by Christopher Rufo regarding America’s ongoing support for the nation of Israel. Is criticizing Israel equated to anti-Semitism? Glenn argues no, explaining why supporters of Israel must defend their position from the perspective of American interests. Glenn also calls out the evil of Islamism and the threat it poses to Israel and America. Glenn goes through some of the lessons he shared during his Turning Point USA event at the University of North Dakota. Cut this generation some slack, Glenn argues, because he sees something happening within them that gives him hope. Rutgers University Turning Point charter members Ava Kwan and Megyn Doyle join to discuss the backlash they’ve received since authoring a petition to remove a professor with the nickname “Dr. Antifa.” Glenn speaks with a young athlete named Frances Staudt, who, after refusing to play basketball with a male identifying as a woman, required security to speak at an event advocating for the protection of women’s sports. “Mount Doom” co-author Paul List discusses what J.R.R. Tolkien predicted about artificial intelligence and transhumanism in “The Lord of the Rings.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Glenn goes through some of the lessons he shared during his Turning Point USA event at the University of North Dakota. Glenn speaks with a young athlete named Frances Staudt, who, after refusing to play basketball with a male identifying as a woman, required security to speak at an event advocating for the protection of women’s sports. “Mount Doom” co-author Paul List discusses what J.R.R. Tolkien predicted about artificial intelligence and transhumanism in “The Lord of the Rings.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did President Trump just pull off the impossible? Glenn and Stu discuss Trump’s success in bringing peace to the Middle East, as both Israel and Hamas have agreed to sign on to a peace deal that would initiate an immediate ceasefire and finally release hostages from October 7. Glenn argues that if Trump can find a way to fund all the essential government services, a majority of Americans will agree to cut the waste. A Texas business owner, Daniel Keene, is facing immense backlash after a comment he made regarding H-1B visas was interpreted as racist. Daniel clarifies his initial meaning, which led to his own church cutting ties with him. “You Will Own Nothing” author Carol Roth joins to expose the concerning reason the price of gold is skyrocketing. Glenn and Carol also discuss the AI bubble, which appears to be growing at an increasing rate, and how long the government can remain shut down before things start to collapse. Glenn and Stu further discuss Trump’s peace deal between Hamas and Israel, as both sides have announced they’ve officially signed an agreement. Glenn speaks with his daughter, Cheyenne Grace, to promote her upcoming Christmas film, “The Best Thing About Christmas.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did President Trump just pull off the impossible? Glenn and Stu discuss Trump’s success in bringing peace to the Middle East, as both Israel and Hamas have agreed to sign on to a peace deal that would initiate an immediate ceasefire and finally release hostages from October 7. “You Will Own Nothing” author Carol Roth joins to expose the concerning reason the price of gold is skyrocketing. Glenn speaks with his daughter, Cheyenne Grace, to promote her upcoming Christmas film, “The Best Thing About Christmas.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A pro-Palestinian protest in New York City called “Flood NYC” is a direct reference to the slaughter of Jews that occurred in Israel on October 7. Glenn discusses the case heard in front of the Supreme Court yesterday regarding transgender therapy for children and the massive impact it will have on free speech and freedom of religion if the Supreme Court rules the wrong way. Alliance Defending Freedom CEO and President Kristen Waggoner joins to discuss the Christian counseling case heard before the Supreme Court and the Colorado law it’s based on. She weighs in on how the Supreme Court may rule. California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter had a full-blown meltdown during an interview, which has already led to a significant decline in her popularity. Glenn discusses the rise in gold prices and its implications for the economy. Best-selling author of the "Terminal List" series Jack Carr joins to discuss his newest book from the "Tom Reece" series, "Cry Havoc," which takes a deep dive into the Vietnam War. Glenn and Stu discuss the increasing insurance rates and how Obamacare continues to negatively impact Americans.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices