The Glenn Show John McWhorter – A Very Bad Weekend
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Dec 26, 2025 
Join John McWhorter, a Columbia University linguist and insightful commentator, as he navigates weighty topics like the recent shooting at Brown University and the Hanukkah massacre in Australia. He explores the complexities of anti-Zionism and its possible links to America's racial narratives. The duo also reflects on how global conflicts, particularly the Israel-Palestine issue, draw public interest differently, and they touch upon Trump's incendiary comments regarding violent incidents. Lastly, John shares his reluctance to pen a memoir, diving into the burden of audience expectations.
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Beware Narrative-Building In Early Chaos
- Glenn Loury and John McWhorter emphasize caution about early speculation in mass-shooting motives when information is thin.
- They warn scrap-built narratives can become wish-fulfilling and misleading amid high emotions.
Technology Amplifies Identity-Driven Violence
- John McWhorter argues modern mass-casualty attacks are enabled by technology and identity-driven rage.
- He suggests some participants see violence as fulfillment of identity belonging, making prevention harder.
Race Oversimplifies Israel-Palestine Dynamics
- Glenn Loury challenges reducing Israel-Palestine tensions to a white-vs-brown racial frame.
- He stresses power, conquest, and historical specifics matter more than skin color in that conflict.