Best of the Program | Guests: Winston Marshall & Amb. Sam Brownback | 5/13/26

The Glenn Beck Program43mMay 13, 2026

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The episode features a dynamic conversation on global political and spiritual threats, with guests Winston Marshall and Ambassador Sam Brownback joining Glenn Beck. Marshall, a British monarchist, critiques the UK's political elite, particularly Prime Minister Keir Starmer, for enabling authoritarian trends, digital surveillance, and anti-Semitism while scapegoating far-right figures like Tommy Robinson. He emphasizes the growing revolt of ordinary people across the West against a globalized, post-war elite. Meanwhile, Brownback delivers a stark warning about China’s systematic war on faith, detailing forced organ harvesting, persecution of Christians, Uyghur Muslims, Tibetan Buddhists, and Falun Gong practitioners. He argues that China’s repression is rooted in a fundamental rejection of individual human dignity and religious freedom, and calls for the U.S. to confront this threat through moral leadership, citing historical parallels to the Soviet Union. The episode also touches on U.S. political developments, including favorable Supreme Court rulings on redistricting and growing Republican momentum in traditionally Democratic strongholds like Virginia and Los Angeles, suggesting a potential shift in American political sentiment. Key takeaways include the importance of defending religious freedom as a cornerstone of civilization, the danger of digital authoritarianism and social credit systems, the need for Western leaders to stand up to global elites and authoritarian regimes, and the resilience of faith under persecution. The episode underscores a broader theme: the fight is not merely political but spiritual, requiring moral clarity and courage. Beck encourages listeners to support the show through reviews and to stay informed through resources like Brownback’s book, emphasizing that awareness is the first step in resistance.

Key Takeaways
1

China is waging a systematic war on faith, including forced organ harvesting, imprisonment, and cultural genocide against Christians, Uyghurs, Tibetans, and Falun Gong practitioners.

2

Digital ID and social credit systems in the UK and China represent a growing threat to personal liberty and are tools of authoritarian control.

3

The Western elite's suppression of religious expression and conservative voices—through deplatforming, debanking, and insurance denial—threatens the foundation of free societies.

4

The people of the West are increasingly revolting against globalist elites, not just in the U.S. but across Europe, creating potential for real political change.

5

Faith grows strongest under pressure; persecuted Christians in China are praying for America to face hardship so it can remember its moral roots.

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Chapters
0:00
10 min

The Rise of the People Against the Elite

This isn't about Keir Starmer. This isn't about Donald Trump. This is the people against an elitist government all over the Western world that has decided exactly how we're all going to live.

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10:00
10 min

China’s War on Faith: A Spiritual Battle

The Chinese Communist Party has killed more of their own people than any other regime in the history of mankind. If you count the forced abortions, the number is as many as 500 million.

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20:00
10 min

Digital Authoritarianism and the Threat of Social Credit

Marshall and Beck discuss the UK’s push for a digital ID system, drawing parallels to China’s social credit system. They warn that such technologies enable mass surveillance, erode privacy, and empower governments to control citizens through data and behavioral manipulation.

30:00
10 min

The Turning Tide in American Politics

The farther they go down to push against that, I think the worse it gets for them.

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40:00
10 min

Faith Under Pressure: The Resilience of Persecuted Christians

They're praying that the United States is going to fall into really hard times. And I was like, why would you pray for that? And they're like, because you might remember who you are and you'll stand up again.

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High-Impact Quotes
The Chinese Communist Party has killed more of their own people than any other regime in the history of mankind. If you count the forced abortions, the number is as many as 500 million.
Sam Brownback33:58
Viral: 95.0
This isn't about Keir Starmer. This isn't about Donald Trump. This is the people against an elitist government all over the Western world that has decided exactly how we're all going to live.
Winston Marshall5:29
Viral: 88.0
They're praying that the United States is going to fall into really hard times. And I was like, why would you pray for that? And they're like, because you might remember who you are and you'll stand up again.
Sam Brownback38:13
Viral: 82.0
Speakers

Host

Glenn Beck

Guests

Winston MarshallSamuel Brownback
Topics Discussed
War on Faith95%Religious Persecution in China92%Digital Authoritarianism90%Revolt of the People88%Freedom of Speech and Religious Expression85%Global Elite and Political Resistance83%Redistricting and Electoral Integrity80%Monarchism and National Identity70%
People & Brands

Glenn Beck

person

30xPositive

China

place

25xNeutral

Samuel Brownback

person

20xNeutral

Winston Marshall

person

15xPositive

Keir Starmer

person

12xNegative

Donald Trump

person

10xNeutral

Falun Gong

organization

8xNeutral

King Charles

person

8xNeutral

Uyghur Muslims

other

6xNeutral

Digital ID

other

6xNegative

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