The Glenn Beck Program Best of the Program | Guest: Goldie Ghamari | 1/12/26
Jan 12, 2026
Goldie Ghamari, a human rights advocate and former Ontario MP, sheds light on the escalating protests in Iran, describing them as a significant movement facing brutal regime backlash. She shares her personal connection to the protests and discusses the vital role of technology, like Starlink, in maintaining communication during government-imposed internet blackouts. Ghamari and Glenn debate the U.S.'s potential involvement, emphasizing the importance of external support without military intervention, and highlight a sense of hope among Iranians aligned with global solidarity.
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Iranian Uprising Escalates Amid Communications Blackout
- Goldie Ghamari reports the Iranian revolution escalated with millions protesting and rising state violence.
- Starlink helped share footage but the regime used CCP jammers to cut communications and suppress evidence.
Starlink's Role In Sharing Protest Footage
- Goldie credits Elon Musk for smuggling hundreds of thousands of Starlink terminals into Iran, keeping Iranians connected.
- She calls him a hero of the revolution and says Iranians love him for enabling footage to reach the world.
Support Without Troops
- Do not deploy US ground troops; let Iranians act as the primary force for change.
- Provide targeted support (like striking infrastructure) instead of large-scale boots on the ground.
