Topic: The Blaze

18 chapters across the catalog

Illegal Chants
Episode 1655 1:14:04 - 1:15:29

1655: Illegal Chants

Media Career Shifts, The Blaze

The career trajectories of media personalities moving to The Blaze are discussed, with Jason Whitlock cited as an example of a figure who became less visible after leaving mainstream platforms. The hosts joke about potential roles at the Daily Wire following the departure of Candace Owens.

Mediatized
Episode 1558 5:11 - 7:35

1558: Mediatized

Glenn Beck and The Blaze Studio Visit

A recent visit to Glenn Beck’s studios at The Blaze in Dallas is described, highlighting the high production value, including professional makeup and lighting. The conversation with Beck covered "trans-Maoism" and artificial intelligence, specifically addressing the alarmist views of ex-Google employee Tristan Harris regarding AI risks.

Bay Gin
Episode 1532 1:24:11 - 1:28:06

1532: Bay Gin

Value for Value Model, Alternative Media Funding

The hosts contrast their "Value for Value" funding model with other alternative media outlets like The Blaze and Daily Wire, which rely on large private donors. They argue that listener-supported models provide more editorial independence.

Dry Holes
Episode 1432 3:17:10 - 3:26:10

1432: Dry Holes

Alex Jones and Glenn Beck, Adam Curry "Waking Up"

Alex Jones recently praised Adam Curry and Glenn Beck for "waking up" to the globalist threat, a claim the hosts find humorous given their long history of coverage. Glenn Beck reportedly referred to Adam Curry as his "twin" on The Blaze. Curry reveals he declined a regular paid slot on Beck's national radio show to maintain his independence and the "Value for Value" model.

Banks not Tanks
Episode 1430 2:24 - 10:43

1430: Banks not Tanks

Glenn Beck, The Blaze TV Studio, Museum Collection

A visit to Glenn Beck's massive studio complex in Dallas is detailed, highlighting his successful subscription model for The Blaze TV. The discussion covers Beck's historical role in the Tea Party movement and his personal museum containing eclectic artifacts like Abraham Lincoln's bloodstained cuff and movie props. The segment also touches on Beck's interest in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and his influence on other media figures like Leo Laporte.

RACE: other
Episode 950 44:05 - 51:52

950: RACE: other

Glenn Beck, George Soros, Media Matters Smear Campaign

Sharyl Attkisson details how Media Matters, allegedly funded by a million-dollar donation from George Soros, successfully campaigned to remove Glenn Beck from Fox News. The hosts note that since being "taken out," Beck has largely stopped his signature diagrams connecting Soros to global events. They discuss the power of heavy hitters to silence media figures.

Learn Russian!
Episode 933 56:28 - 59:41

933: Learn Russian!

Sean Hannity Fox Future, Media Network Vision

The future of Sean Hannity at Fox News remains uncertain as the network's ratings slip and management shifts. While some believe Hannity's patriotism will keep him at Fox, others suggest he could follow the path of Glenn Beck's The Blaze or other independent media ventures if he is fired or chooses to leave.

Barry's Choice
Episode 925 2:52:26 - 2:55:18

925: Barry's Choice

Potential Conservative Media Network, Roger Ailes and Bill O'Reilly

Rumors circulate about the formation of a new conservative media network featuring Bill O'Reilly and Roger Ailes, potentially involving Glenn Beck's "The Blaze." The hosts speculate that O'Reilly and Ailes have the capital to front such a venture and could draw stars like Sean Hannity away from a "wounded" Fox News.

We Kill
Episode 919 2:41:08 - 2:43:06

919: We Kill

Tomi Lahren, Wrongful Termination Lawsuit

Conservative commentator Tomi Lahren has filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against Glenn Beck and The Blaze. Lahren was reportedly fired after expressing pro-choice views during an appearance on The View. The hosts argue that suing a former employer in show business is a "big mistake" that will likely prevent her from finding future work in the industry.

Wordy Durd
Episode 867 2:21:46 - 2:25:48

867: Wordy Durd

Glenn Beck's Financial Decline, The Blaze and Boycotts

The financial struggles of Glenn Beck's media outlet, "The Blaze," are attributed to successful advertising boycotts organized by groups like Media Matters and Color of Change. The hosts discuss the "Spocko method" of defunding right-wing media by pressuring consumer brands to distance themselves from controversial hosts.

Morally Deformed
Episode 774 30:34 - 33:40

774: Morally Deformed

CIA Pundits Claire Lopez and Buck Sexton on Islamic Jihad

Former CIA officers Claire Lopez and Buck Sexton appear on news networks to frame the Paris attacks as an existential assault on Western civilization by "Islamic Jihad." Lopez, associated with Frank Gaffney's think tank, calls for policies to combat the underlying ideology of Islamic law. The hosts characterize these appearances as "Operation Pundit," where intelligence-linked figures are offered to networks to drive a specific narrative.

Sir Reeshmeister Presents
Episode 679 32:31 - 38:16

679: Sir Reeshmeister Presents

Buck Sexton, NSA Information Sharing Ploy

Former CIA officer Buck Sexton appears on Fox News to reinforce the narrative that North Korea is the only logical culprit. The segment posits that the entire Sony crisis is being leveraged by the NSA to force American corporations into "information sharing" agreements they previously resisted following the Snowden revelations. This is described as a "gambit" to get intelligence services into corporate networks.

Big Sandy
Episode 607 29:41 - 34:30

607: Big Sandy

Common Core, Kindergarten Math, and Teacher Scripting

Three teachers testified before Congress regarding the negative impacts of the Common Core curriculum, specifically criticizing the "scripted" nature of lessons. One teacher described kindergarten math requirements that include advanced vocabulary like "isosceles triangles" and "rhombuses" which she argues are developmentally inappropriate. The hosts discuss the shift toward abstract math concepts at the pre-K and kindergarten levels.

Pilots of Terror
Episode 601 37:08 - 39:42

601: Pilots of Terror

The Blaze, Russia Today Media Comparison

A comparison is drawn between the presentation styles of Glenn Beck's "The Blaze" and "Russia Today" (RT). The discussion focuses on how both networks use specific visual formulas and "financial babes" to attract viewers while pushing opposing geopolitical agendas.

Velveeta Shortage!
Episode 588 2:07:54 - 2:12:03

588: Velveeta Shortage!

The Blaze Crack Pipe Story and "Morning Zoo" Media Models

The hosts debunk a story from Glenn Beck's "The Blaze" which claimed the city of San Francisco was handing out free crack pipes. They clarify that it was a small group of activists, not a city program. They compare the production style of The Blaze to a "Morning Zoo" radio format, noting that head writer Mike Opelka is a veteran of that industry.

Episode 487 1:36:17 - 1:40:13

487: Red Bag of Poop

Marco Rubio Water Incident, Rand Paul Tea Party Response

The segment covers Senator Marco Rubio's awkward water-drinking moment during his Republican response and Senator Rand Paul's Tea Party response. The hosts also criticize Glenn Beck's network, The Blaze, for its coverage of the speeches, suggesting the organization has become part of the mainstream media establishment.

Bad Actors
Episode 443 1:19:01 - 1:24:29

443: Bad Actors

The Blaze TV, Glenn Beck Network Launch

Glenn Beck's media outlet, The Blaze, has transitioned from a web-based platform to a 24/7 television network available on Dish Network. Analysts predict the network's ratings could eventually surpass those of MSNBC as it builds a dedicated audience for conservative programming. Meanwhile, MSNBC continues to lean into partisan commentary with hosts like Toure and Al Sharpton.