The Glenn Beck Program Why EVERYONE Should Stop Using the Term 'Hate Speech' | Guest: Andrew McCarthy | 9/16/25
Sep 16, 2025
Andrew McCarthy, a National Review contributing editor and former chief assistant U.S. attorney, joins to discuss the dismissal of terrorism charges against a suspect in a high-profile case. The conversation shifts to the implications of labeling groups like Antifa as terrorists and the potential use of RICO charges against political adversaries. Glenn Beck passionately argues against the concept of 'hate speech' in America, challenging the narrative that it exists legally and advocating for respectful political discourse amidst growing tensions.
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Mother's Child Said 'Prepare Me For Battle'
- Glenn recounts a mother's story: her four-year-old told her he must be prepared to "fight a great battle."
- The mother later feared she hadn't prepared him adequately after Charlie Kirk's shooting.
Ski Collision With Robert Redford
- Glenn shares a memory of crashing into Robert Redford while skiing as a young man.
- Redford scolded him, then left after a friend helped them up, which Glenn recounts fondly.
Hate Speech Is Not A Legal Category
- Glenn Beck argues "hate speech" is not a legal category and cannot justify government punishment.
- He says only speech that imminently leads to violence can be regulated under U.S. law.