Best of the Program | Guests: Brendan Carr & Justin Haskins | 9/24/24
Sep 24, 2024
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Brendan Carr, an FCC Commissioner, discusses the alarming approval for George Soros to buy 200 radio stations, raising questions about foreign influence on American media. Justin Haskins, co-author of impactful books, breaks down the implications of the U.N.'s 'Summit of the Future' for 2024 elections and personal freedoms. They explore the similarities of cult behavior in political contexts, stressing the urgent need for media transparency and a revival of spiritual values in society.
The podcast highlights how discussions surrounding COVID-19 reflect cult-like behaviors in society, impairing critical thinking and rational discourse.
Global governance concerns are raised regarding the U.N.'s Summit of the Future, potentially undermining national sovereignty and individual freedoms.
Deep dives
Engaging Friends in Difficult Conversations
Discussing political beliefs with friends who hold opposing views can be challenging, especially when emotions run high, such as during elections. It is crucial to approach these discussions with empathy and to avoid assuming bad intentions on the part of the other person. By asking sincere questions about their perspective, one can foster a respectful dialogue that encourages understanding rather than defensiveness. This process requires staying calm and listening attentively, which helps in making a more comprehensive case during the conversation.
The Impact of COVID-19 on Social Dynamics
The COVID-19 pandemic has shifted the social landscape, creating divisions that were previously less pronounced. Some individuals have been drawn into extreme beliefs, leading to calls for severe actions against those who are unvaccinated, reflecting a breakdown in rational discourse. This situation mirrors cult-like behaviors, where critical thinking is suppressed and dissent is met with hostility. The speaker argues that the pandemic intensified an existing divide, making it essential to recognize and address these changes in how society communicates and engages with differing opinions.
Manipulative Tactics Employed by Cults
The discussion incorporates Stephen Hassan's BITE model, which identifies behaviors that cults use to control their members, emphasizing manipulation through various means. Many of the outlined tactics, such as information control, emotional coercion, and groupthink, bear resemblance to phenomena observed during the pandemic, where certain narratives dominated the conversation. The argument suggests that these tactics have not only been employed in cults but have also infiltrated public discourse, creating barriers to independent thought and decision-making. Identifying these manipulative strategies can aid in understanding current societal dynamics.
Concerns Over Global Governance Expansion
Recent discussions surrounding the United Nations reveal worries about the expansion of global governance and its implications for national sovereignty. Agreements made at the Summit of the Future are seen as steps towards a more centralized global authority, particularly in areas like health, climate, and digital governance. Specific provisions, such as the emergency platform for the Secretary-General, raise questions about how crises may lead to increased power and control over member nations. This shift towards global governance is perceived to align with ideologies that could threaten individual freedoms and national interests.
What are the attributes of belonging to a cult? Glenn goes through a list of 50 attributes that apply to the modern Left. Glenn also lays out the three things we can do to fight back. The FCC fast-tracked approval for George Soros buying up over 200 radio stations with foreign money, including some that Glenn Beck is on. Why did the FCC make an exception for Soros? Glenn speaks with FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr to get some insight. Co-author of "The Great Reset" and "Dark Future" Justin Haskins joins to break down what happened at the U.N.'s "Summit of the Future" and how it may affect the 2024 presidential election and your freedoms.