The Glenn Beck Program

Best of the Program | Guest: Ryan Mauro | 3/16/26

Mar 16, 2026
Ryan Mauro, director at the Mauro Institute and national security researcher focused on Islamist movements. He discusses research behind a Torch special on Islamization of the West. They explore a proposed Red-Green alliance between Islamists and leftist groups. Recent security incidents and whether the West faces a global conflict are also highlighted.
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ADVICE

Truth Before Tribe When Posting Online

  • Prioritize truth over tribe when sharing or reposting information online.
  • Glenn Beck advises verifying facts or labeling unverified claims and avoiding reposts that you cannot substantiate to prevent spreading misinformation.
INSIGHT

How Choosing 'Almost Right' Erodes Principles

  • The real choice is between what is right and what is almost right, and repeated choices of 'almost right' lead to moral drift.
  • Glenn outlines principles (truth, human dignity, liberty under law, equal justice) as a compass to prevent slow slide into compromise.
ADVICE

Use A Six Question Checklist Before Endorsing Policies

  • Use Glenn Beck's checklist before endorsing rules or actions: Is it factual, fair, consistent, lawful, moral and defensible if used against you?
  • Stop when any answer is no to avoid aligning with 'almost right' decisions that damage principles.
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