The Glenn Beck Program Best of the Program | Guests: Dr. Zuhdi Jasser & Khosro Isfahani | 3/26/26
Mar 26, 2026
Khosro Isfahani, former Tehran-based journalist and human rights defender, shares on Iranian protests and how Iranians could act as the boots on the ground. Dr. Zuhdi Jasser, physician and reform advocate, contrasts Islam with political Islamism and talks about reform efforts. They discuss regime change dynamics, protest tactics, and modern information warfare in short, punchy conversations.
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Iranians Persistently Protest During Nouruz
- Iranians are actively protesting and celebrating Nouruz despite regime threats, showing sustained grassroots resistance.
- Khosro Isfahani describes neighborhood celebrations, chanting against the Supreme Leader, and large public turnout during the Persian New Year.
Prepared Underground Resistance In Iran Exists
- A covert, decentralized resistance called the Immortal Guard exists and Iranians prepared flags and tech in advance.
- Isfahani notes millions brought lion-and-sun flags and that drones and other technologies are already deployed.
Strikes Are Weakening Iran's Security Apparatus
- Targeted strikes by the U.S. and Israel have degraded Iran's coercive capabilities and demoralized militia forces.
- Isfahani cites hundreds of militia casualties, commanders deserting posts, and militiamen not showing up for service.