About this episode
In this episode of The Future of Liberty, Governor Mitch Daniels sits down with longtime strategist and writer David Keene for a wide-ranging conversation on the evolution of the conservative movement. From his early mentorship under Frank Meyer and work with Barry Goldwater to leading the American Conservative Union and the NRA, Keene reflects on fusionism, ideological shifts within the GOP, the rise of populism, cultural realignment, and the importance of civic virtue. Influential Leaders & Early Conservatism (2:40) The Dawn of Populism (11:57) Forecasting the Election & "The Problem" (25:36) Religious Decline & Free People (41:08) Shifts in News & Political Media (49:39) You can find The Future of Liberty with Gov. Mitch Daniels podcast wherever you get your podcasts including on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , and YouTube . Stay connected with Liberty Fund on Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , and X .