Vivek and Darren Beattie discuss some uncomfortable truths about Jan 6, where our MAGA movement may be missing the plot, and the larger weaponization of government.

Truth with Vivek Ramaswamy

The Weaponization of Government | S3 E1 | The TRUTH Podcast

00:00 Introduction 00:26 Putting Team First 02:54 The Rise of UFC 07:22 Pandemic 08:45 The Power of Relationships and Shared Interests 24:22 The Importance of National Pride and Unity 26:32 The Expansion of UFC into China 26:55 The Influence of Martial Arts and Asian Culture 27:38 Introduction to Weili Zhang 27:52 National Pride 28:02 Critique of American Culture 28:35 Running for Presidency 29:17 Confronting Cancel Culture 29:30 Hope for Change 29:59 Criticism of Media and Politicians 30:29 Supporting a High School Basketball Team 31:57 Critique of the State of Maine 32:54 Capitalist Achievement 33:31 Impact of Business on Lives 33:40 Challenges of Running a Business in California 37:32  Hiring Practices 44:31 Reflection on Public Company Experience 46:39 Advice for Younger Self 50:30 Closing Thoughts

The Ultimate Fighter | S2 E8 | The TRUTH Podcast

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Disrupting the Mainstream Media | S2 E7 | The Truth Podcast

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The Most Censored Man In The World | S2 E6 | The TRUTH Podcast

Support us here: https://t.co/PE1rfuVBmb   For more content follow me here: Twitter - @VivekGRamaswamy Instagram - @vivekgramaswamy Facebook - facebook.com/VivekGRamaswamy Truth Social - @VivekRamaswamy Rumble - @VivekRamaswamy   Time-coded highlights: 0:00 Intro 1:00 The Royce White Story 4:47 A Gift & A Curse 6:02 The Human Mind (Struggles with Anxiety) 8:14 Panic Attack 10:43 Coming from a “Real Neighborhood” 12:40 Benched 15:55 Cinderella Story 18:45 The Draft 20:44 Conversations about Mental Health 23:35 “We’re Way Behind” 25:10 Medical “Experts” 26:52 Blacklisted 30:20 How Leaders Fail 34:23 The Managerial Class 36:57 “Stand for Hong Kong” 40:37 Woke Politics & the CCP 42:58 BLM & Weaponizing the Truth (BLM and the Police) 47:16 Leading Protests 53:01 Protesting the Fed Again 54:34 LGBTQ Issues 55:47 January 6th 58:02 The Belly of the Beast 58:58 The U.S. Senate 1:01:33 Railroaded by the GOP 1:02:31 Vivek’s Advice (Filling the Void of Purpose and Meaning)

George Floyd, Mental Health & Being Blacklisted by the NBA | S2 E5 | The Truth Podcast

More information here: https://t.co/PE1rfuVBmb   For more content, follow me here: Twitter - @VivekGRamaswamy Instagram - @vivekgramaswamy Facebook - facebook.com/VivekGRamaswamy Truth Social - @VivekRamaswamy Rumble - @VivekRamaswamy   Time-coded highlights: 0:00 Intro 0:52 Zuby’s Background 3:20 Racism and Growing Up in Saudi Arabia 5:44 Oxford University and Rapping for Fun 11:15 Breaking the British Women’s Weightlifting Record 15:55 Going Viral 16:48 Changing Views & The Rise of Wokeness 20:07 Libertarianism vs. Conservatism 22:35 Systematic Institutional Racism 27:22 How Free Market Capitalism Stops Racism 28:40 The Role of a Leader 32:45 The Appropriate Size of the Federal Government 36:34 Advantages of Conservativism 38:15 Fatherlessness and Broken Homes 41:12 “Progressive” Conservatism 43:37 Taking on the Administrative State 46:29 Blind Spots of Conservatism 48:58 Driving the “Right Kind” of Change 50:50 Connecting Policies with the Vision 52:42 Making Good Things Easier to Achieve   56:30 Artificial Divide 58:31 Weaponization of TikTok 1:01:05 Remembering What We’re Fighting for 1:04:03 Outro

The Anti-Racists Have Become Racist - ZUBY | S2 E4 | The Truth Podcast

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How James O'Keefe Became the Enemy of the State | S2 E3 | The Truth Podcast

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"Libs of TikTok" & Vivek Ramaswamy | The Truth Podcast

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Papa John's Recipe for Success in America | The Truth Podcast

In this episode of The Vivek Ramaswamy Show, Vivek engages in a riveting discussion with his college friend, cryptocurrency expert Mark Lurie. This dialogue centers around cryptocurrency's role in modern financial systems and its interaction with traditional regulations. Mark insightfully dives into topics like Bitcoin's initial appeal, the potential disruption caused by crypto, and its need for a distinct regulatory approach. The latter half of the episode explores securities law, the concept of 'Know Your Transaction', and possible changes to accommodate crypto in these laws. Finally, a fascinating talk about crypto's ability to check the administrative state, serve as an opt-out jurisdiction, and its potential long-term impacts ensues. The episode concludes with reflections on a recent political event they both attended. -- Donate here: https://t.co/PE1rfuVBmb For more content follow me here: Twitter - @VivekGRamaswamy Instagram - @vivekgramaswamy Facebook - http://facebook.com/VivekGRamaswamy Truth Social - @VivekRamaswamy Rumble - @VivekRamaswamy -- Time-codes: 00:01:14 - Vivek introduces Mark Lurie, a cryptocurrency authority, who starts sharing his insightful views on the subject. 00:05:00 - Mark discusses the potential impact of cryptocurrency on the traditional financial system, highlighting its ability to disrupt the status quo. 00:08:25 - Vivek delves into the idea of 'opting in' to traditional regulations for legal protections, bringing new perspectives to the crypto community's autonomy. 00:14:19 - Mark introduces the concept of 'Know Your Transaction' (KYT), proposing it as a bridge between the crypto and traditional financial worlds. 00:19:00 - Vivek comments on the purposeful vagueness of securities laws, questioning its intention to empower regulatory bodies. 00:24:30 - Mark talks about how cryptocurrency can serve as a check and balance on the administrative state, sparking debates on checks and balances. 00:26:30 - The discussion concludes with Mark and Vivek envisaging the long-term goals of cryptocurrency and its potential societal impact.  

The Crypto Frontier: Regulatory Frameworks and their Future with Mark Lurie

In this episode, recorded on the road in Howell, Michigan, Vivek hosts an in-depth conversation with Twitter acquaintance and political independent, Christy Kelly. Kelly, an outspoken social media commentator known for her insightful perspectives, discusses topics from race-conscious policies to political outreach and the role of social media in civic discourse. The conversation spans various topics like the impact of affirmative action, minority outreach, economic growth strategies, national identity, and immigration policies. Vivek also delves into personal topics such as his faith, his decision to leave a multi-billion dollar company, and his vision for the future of America. Tune in for an enlightening dialogue, full of robust debates and enlightening insights. -- Donate here: https://t.co/PE1rfuVBmb For more content follow me here: Twitter - @VivekGRamaswamy Instagram - @vivekgramaswamy Facebook - http://facebook.com/VivekGRamaswamy Truth Social - @VivekRamaswamy Rumble - @VivekRamaswamy -- Time-codes: [00:00:31] Vivek reveals how he met Christy through Twitter, highlighting the role of social media in today's dialogues. [00:01:30] The conversation delves into the divisive nature of social media and its impact on civic discourse. [00:07:47] Discussion on the impact of race-conscious policies on different racial groups. [00:09:30] Christy questions Vivek's outreach efforts towards the black community. [00:15:00] Christy shares her goal to attract more people to become politically independent. [00:16:26] Concerns about the lack of Republican candidates in city elections. [00:18:24] Importance of education, school choice, and dual-track education as key issues. [00:19:04] Vivek outlines the responsibilities of the next president, focusing on economic growth. [00:22:28] Vivek talks about his faith and its influence on his political beliefs. [00:23:39] Discussion shifts to national identity and the importance of the nuclear family. [00:24:55] The role of federal government in supporting families and communities. [00:29:30] Vivek's decision to step away from his company to focus on his political path. [00:30:24] The conversation moves to immigration and the need for strong borders. [00:32:30] The importance of providing substantive content over sensationalism. [00:33:30] Christy urges Vivek to focus more on substantial "meat and potatoes" content.

Beyond the Twitterverse: Politics, Policy and Identity with Christy Kelly

In this episode, Vivek Ramaswamy invites Father Robert Sirico for an engaging conversation about the intersections of capitalism, virtue, and religion. Father Sirico, co-founder of the Acton Institute and author of "The Economics of the Parables," sheds light on his personal journey from left-wing activism to priesthood. The duo dissect the relationship between capitalism and virtue, the concept of stakeholder capitalism, the involvement of politics in religion, and the importance of moral restraint. The conversation later pivots to discuss the compelling story of Jimmy Lai, a Hong Kong pro-democracy activist, and the implications of his struggle for freedom. This episode serves as a profound exploration of morality's role in economics and the political sphere.   Guest Bio: Father Robert Sirico is a renowned priest and co-founder of the Acton Institute. He's an acclaimed author, with his work, "The Economics of the Parables," critically exploring economic perspectives within biblical teachings.   Time-Codes: 00:00:00 - Introduction of the relationship between capitalism and virtue by Vivek Ramaswamy. 00:01:55 - Introduction of Father Sirico's book, "The Economics of the Parables." 00:02:40 - Father Sirico's personal journey from left-wing activism to priesthood. 00:04:10 - Discussion on the role of capitalism and morality. 00:07:48 - Conversation about capitalism, materialism, and capital distribution. 00:09:52 - Criticism of fetishizing money. 00:10:14 - Introduction of the concept of power and authority as forms of constraint. 00:15:48 - Discussion on the dangers of politics involved in religion. 00:19:34 - Transition to Jimmy Lai's story and situation in Hong Kong. 00:24:23 - Discussion on Wall Street Journal's response to the TikTok incident. 00:28:34 - Importance of religion and its threat to totalitarian regimes. 00:30:48 - Warning about potential loss of freedom in societies. 00:32:27 - Sharing of the documentary's website for Jimmy Lai's story.

Religion, Virtue, and Economics: A Discussion with Father Robert Sirico

In this episode of The Vivek Show, host Vivek Ramaswamy speaks with former Speaker of the House, Newt Gingrich, about the 1994 Republican Revolution and its implications for today's political landscape. They discuss the lessons of the 1994 Revolution, its relevance to the current political environment, and the stark contrast between the political positions of Bill Clinton and Joe Biden. Gingrich discusses how the left has been systematically chipping away at welfare reform over the years, drawing parallels between current state of affairs and George Orwell's 1984. He highlights his time in Congress which led to four consecutive balanced budgets and welfare reform, emphasizing the need for another national movement. Gingrich acknowledges Vivek's role in shaping a new vision for America and emphasizes that the solutions to today's challenges lie in the principles of past leaders, including Reagan and the Founding Fathers. They discuss the left's movement towards a dictatorship of ideas, and Gingrich's stepping down as Speaker of the House. Gingrich also reveals his impact on the balance of power in Washington after leaving office, and why he chose not to run for president in 2000. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of visionary leaders during moments of national identity crisis, and the need for leaders who can both articulate and execute big ideas during challenging times.-- Donate here: https://t.co/PE1rfuVBmb For more content follow me here: Twitter - @VivekGRamaswamy Instagram - @vivekgramaswamy Facebook - http://facebook.com/VivekGRamaswamy Truth Social - @VivekRamaswamy Rumble - @VivekRamaswamy -- Time-Codes: 00:00:00: Introduction of the topic of the 1994 Republican Revolution and its current relevance. 00:02:16: Lessons from the 1994 Republican Revolution applied to today's political climate. 00:08:00: Discussion on the left's efforts to chip away at welfare reform. 00:10:29: Comparison of the current state of the US to George Orwell's 1984. 00:12:49: Discussion on changes leading to balanced budgets and welfare reform during Gingrich's time in Congress. 00:15:30: Acknowledgement of Vivek's role in shaping a new vision for America. 00:17:30: Discussion on the continuity of ideas from Reagan to the Founding Fathers. 00:19:00: Expression of concern about the left's movement towards a dictatorship of ideas. 00:23:26: Explanation of why Gingrich did not consider running for president in 2000. 00:29:18: Importance of visionary leaders during moments of national identity crisis.

Newt Gingrich on The Influence of the Past: Lessons from the 1994 Republican Revolution

In this episode of The Vivek Show, Vivek Ramaswamy welcomes Megyn Kelly, esteemed journalist and former Fox News and NBC News anchor, for a discussion on media's influence, political ideologies, family values, and the importance of self-confidence. Kelly, known for her candid commentary on news and politics, shares invaluable insights drawn from her distinguished career in media. The pair delve into the role of media in shaping American culture, the ongoing debate within the Republican party, the role of government in regulating social media, and the need for a cultural shift in our approach to modern challenges. Megyn also shares personal experiences and perspectives on parenting, media bias, and cultivating self-confidence. Megyn Kelly is a seasoned journalist, legal commentator, and former news anchor at Fox News and NBC News. Known for her sharp insights and fearless commentary, Kelly is a respected voice in news and politics. -- Donate here: https://t.co/PE1rfuVBmb For more content follow me here: Twitter - @VivekGRamaswamy Instagram - @vivekgramaswamy Facebook - http://facebook.com/VivekGRamaswamy Truth Social - @VivekRamaswamy Rumble - @VivekRamaswamy -- Time-codes: 00:00:34: Vivek Ramaswamy discusses his recurring campaign trail question about managing media's influence on American culture. 00:02:20: Megyn Kelly suggests that the government should abstain from media issues, allowing media Darwinism to naturally correct the problem. 00:03:30: Kelly observes that more people are resorting to alternative sources and digital channels for news, leading to a rise in individual media personalities. 00:06:41: Megyn Kelly recounts her experience of implicit bias at Fox and explicit bias at NBC in news coverage. 00:07:54: Vivek Ramaswamy discusses the governmental pressure angle on media outlets like Newsmax and OAN. 00:09:15: Kelly argues that outlets like OAN and Newsmax can adopt the Daily Wire model to reach viewers without reliance on cable channels. 00:12:43: Ramaswamy debates the inner conflict within the Republican party between classical liberal values and the need for more substantial conservatism. 00:15:27: Megyn Kelly shares her perspective on the contrasts between liberalism and conservatism, with conservatism being more empowering and hands-off. 00:20:12: Kelly expresses her disagreement with the TikTok ban, emphasizing parental responsibility in regulating children's social media use. 00:22:01: Ramaswamy and Kelly agree that government intervention isn't the solution to issues like family breakdown, calling instead for a cultural change. 00:26:50: Ramaswamy suggests that the mental health epidemic and the rise of woke ism, climatism, and transgenderism are symptoms of a deeper loss of self-confidence and a quest for meaning. 00:27:43: Kelly shares her perspective on self-confidence, attributing it to her parents who never gave her false praise, and the importance of embracing humor and accepting imperfections. 00:32:40: Kelly discusses the negative impact of modern media on children and the importance of finding alternatives to promote family values. 00:34:37: Kelly emphasizes the necessity of nurturing the family unit and investing quality time with children. 00:35:13: Ramaswamy agrees that change will come from everyday people making conscious choices and taking responsibility for their actions.  

Megyn Kelly on The Power of Personal Responsibility

In this episode of The Vivek Show, Vivek Ramaswamy and Mike Rowe explore a range of topics related to the changing perceptions around skilled trades, the role of education, and the importance of intellectual curiosity in the American workforce. The conversation begins with Rowe introducing his mikeroweWORKS Foundation, aimed at promoting opportunities in skilled trades that don't require a four-year degree, providing insights into success stories of the program participants. The discussion evolves to touch upon the societal perceptions of alternative education, including vocational training, in comparison to traditional degrees. They debate if cultural hierarchy will continue to mirror the economic hierarchy and how technology has impacted access to education. Fostering intellectual curiosity and avoiding one-dimensional definitions of skilled workers are further deliberated upon, underscoring the importance of celebrating the totality of what it means to be a functional, independent worker in today's economy. They delve into the significance of being a well-rounded individual and the pitfalls of specialization, while examining the current educational landscape and its tendency towards specialization. Rowe also shares his personal journey of choosing community college over a debt-inducing four-year university, and they contemplate the negative stereotypes attached to certain professions. -- Donate here: https://t.co/PE1rfuVBmb For more content follow me here: Twitter - @VivekGRamaswamy Instagram - @vivekgramaswamy Facebook - http://facebook.com/VivekGRamaswamy Truth Social - @VivekRamaswamy Rumble - @VivekRamaswamy -- Time-codes: 00:00:40: Mike Rowe introduces Microworks Foundation, aiming to promote opportunities in skilled trades that don't require a four-year degree. 00:04:16: Rowe shares success stories of individuals who have leveraged the Microworks program to achieve six-figure salaries without college debt. 00:07:43: The perception of alternative education, including vocational training, as a less desirable option compared to traditional degrees is discussed. 00:09:57: Rowe and Ramaswamy debate if cultural and economic hierarchies will continue to align or diverge. 00:11:56: Rowe emphasizes how technology has widened access to education, altering the value proposition of traditional higher education. 00:15:40: The importance of intellectual curiosity in the American workforce is underscored. 00:17:00: Rowe opines that skilled workers should not be restricted to one-dimensional notions of hardworking people. 00:19:00: Ramaswamy highlights the need to appreciate the totality of what it means to be an independent, functional worker in the economy. 00:23:46: The conversation covers the importance of being a well-rounded individual and the risks of becoming overly specialized. 00:31:41: Rowe shares his decision to attend community college to avoid unnecessary financial burden, emphasizing informed choices in education and career paths.        

Mike Rowe on Reshaping the Perception of Skilled Trades

The media has systematically lied to you about the war in Iraq, 2008 financial crisis, Russian Collusion hoax that never was, Covid-19 origins, Hunter Biden’s laptop, the truth about January 6th, how our money is being spent in Ukraine, the transgender Nashville shooter memo…the list goes on. If you want the standard conservative talking points, this podcast isn’t for you. But if you want to go deeper, get to the bottom of what is really going on behind the media smokescreens, explore the intellectual foundations of our America-First movement, and challenge your preconceived notions, then join Vivek Ramaswamy and go beyond the Overton window. Get ready for conversations you won’t find anywhere else.

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Truth with Vivek Ramaswamy

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