The 2010 TIME 100 - Glenn Beck

The 2010 TIME 100

In our annual TIME 100 issue we name the people who most affect our world

Glenn Beck

By SARAH PALIN Thursday, Apr. 29, 2010

ILLUSTRATION BY JOE CIARDIELLO FOR TIME

Who'd have thought a history buff with a quirky sense of humor and a chalkboard could make for such riveting television? Glenn's like the high school government teacher so many wish they'd had, charting and connecting ideas with chalk-dusted fingers — kicking it old school — instead of becoming just another talking-heads show host. Self-taught, he's become America's professor of common sense, sharing earnestly sought knowledge with an audience hungry for truth. Glenn, 46, tackles topics other news shows would regard as arcane. Consider his desire to teach Americans about the history of the progressive movement: he's doing to progressive what Ronald Reagan did to liberal — explaining that it's a damaged brand.

His love of the Founding Fathers inspires others to learn and respect our nation's history. Best of all, Glenn delights in driving the self-proclaimed powers-that-be crazy. (The whole country awaits the red phone ringing!) Even his critics (whom he annihilates in ratings) have to admire his amazing ability to galvanize everyday Americans to better themselves and peacefully engage their government. Though he sometimes dismisses himself as an aw-shucks guy or just a "rodeo clown," he's really an inspiring patriot who was once at the bottom but now makes a much needed difference from the very, very top.

Palin, a former governor of Alaska, was the Republican candidate for Vice President in 2008

TIME 100 Social-Networking Index: 621,436

Source:  Glenn Beck

Palin, Beck and TIME

The Time 100 World's most influential people list is out, among the luminaries to make the list are Ashton Kutcher, Ron Bloom, Bill Clinton, Phil Mickelson, and Glenn Beck. As if being on the list wasn't cool enough, Sarah Palin (also on the list) did the write up. Check that out here and listen to Glenn's comments about being on the list on radio today. ( Transcript, Insider Audio)

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Palin, Beck and TIME

The Time 100 World's most influential people list is out, among the luminaries to make the list are Ashton Kutcher, Ron Bloom, Bill Clinton, Phil Mickelson, and Glenn Beck. As if being on the list wasn't cool enough, Sarah Palin (also on the list) did the write up. Check that out here and listen to Glenn's comments about being on the list on radio today. ( Transcript, Insider Audio)

Glenn interviews David Barton

Founder's Fridays begins this week on TV! Glenn gives a preview of the treasure trove of information this show will include with an interview of author and minister David Barton. David brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, especially with the Founding Fathers. Check out the fascinating interview on radio today.  ( Transcript, Insider Audio) PLUS: Watch this free Insider Extreme clip of the interview.

The Council of Dads

Glenn also spoke today with author Bruce Feiler about his new book, The Council of Dads. The book features the journey Bruce embarked on to make sure his kids would know who he was, when suddenly it took him in a completely different direction. Listen to the interview from radio today. ( Transcript, Insider Audio)

H.R. 2499

Glenn talked more about the bill that could put Puerto Rico on the fast track to becoming the 51st state in America. Progressive groups are pulling out every trick in the book to make sure the next vote goes in favor of statehood. Even some Republicans are throwing their support behind this bill. Find out why. ( Transcript, Insider Audio)

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The 4th hour: Who is the new celebrity supporting Arlen Specter's re-election, and are they big enough to save his campaign? Pat has that and more - Insider Extreme members can watch the full 4th hour HERE. Everyone can check out this FREE clip.

Hatin' ain't easy

Being a conservative these days is difficult - so much hating to do, so little time. The new anti-illegal immigration law in Arizona is providing the left with another chance to paint conservatives as racist and mean. Glenn examines how the left plays the hate card in the latest Beck Talks video blog. Watch it HERE.

Tonight on TV: The Chicago Climate Exchange and how Obama's usual suspects are behind the move for Cap & Trade. Has our government become Crime Inc? Tonight at 5pm ET (2pm & 11pm PT) only on the Fox Cable News Channel! 

Source:  Glenn Beck