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The future of liberty has never been more uncertain. While there remain many reasons for optimism, there is also cause for pessimism or even alarm. With experience in business, education, and politics, former Indiana governor and Purdue University president Mitch Daniels investigates the prospects for the future of liberty and more through conversations with prominent thinkers and leaders across diverse fields.
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Jim Clifton on Ambition, Good Jobs, and the State of the American Dream
Gallup's Jim Clifton joins Mitch Daniels to discuss what the data says about the American dream: an economy that has outperformed every prediction, a distinctive culture of ambition, and a jobs picture that may be far weaker than the unempl
Chris DeMuth on Elites, Populism, and the American Experiment
Chris DeMuth traces how colonial-era economic competition and federalism shaped American liberty, then explains his shift from traditional conservatism to national conservatism—arguing strong nation-states, not just free markets, are essent
Ryan Cole on Lafayette's Farewell Tour and Uniting a Divided America
With the nation's 250th anniversary upon us, Mitch Daniels sits down with historian Ryan Cole, author of The Last Adieu: Lafayette's Triumphant Return, the Echoes of Revolution, and the Gratitude of the Republic, to explore what that extrao
Lamar Alexander on the Filibuster, the Founders, and Civility in Crisis
Tocqueville warned that one of the greatest dangers to American democracy was the tyranny of the majority. Few have taken that warning more seriously than Lamar Alexander. Governor Mitch Daniels sits down with the former Senator, Governor,
Michael Auslin on the Declaration of Independence and the Spirit of 1776
Dr. Michael Auslin joins Mitch Daniels to discuss his new book National Treasure and the remarkable story behind the Declaration of Independence as it turns 250. They explore the document's improbable physical survival, myths about July 4th
Lord Andrew Roberts on King George III and the Making of a Revolutionary Narrative
Historian Lord Andrew Roberts joins Mitch Daniels to challenge one of America’s most enduring narratives: that King George III was a tyrant. Drawing on his book The Last King of America, Roberts argues for a more complex (and surprising) vi
Jeffrey Rosen on the Hamilton–Jefferson Debate at America’s 250th
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, Mitch Daniels sits down with legal scholar and author Dr. Jeffrey Rosen to explore the enduring constitutional debate that has shaped the nation from its founding to today. Drawing from his new b
Matthew Yglesias on Affordability, the Social Safety Net, and Economic Dynamism
In this episode of The Future of Liberty, Mitch Daniels speaks with journalist and author Matthew Yglesias about affordability, the social safety net, and the conditions required for economic dynamism in a free society. Their wide-ranging c
Allison Schrager on Free Markets, Public Pensions and America’s Appetite for Risk
In this episode of The Future of Liberty, Gov. Mitch Daniels speaks with economist and writer Allison Schrager about the misunderstood legacy of neoliberalism, the real effects of tariffs and fiscal policy, and the growing risks posed by pu
Walter Russell Mead on the Global Link of Prosperity, Power and Liberty
In this episode of The Future of Liberty with Governor Mitch Daniels, Walter Russell Mead argues that America’s security and prosperity are inseparable from the freedom of other nations. He explores how U.S. engagement in maintaining a bala
George Will on Executive Power and Civic Virtue
Mitch Daniels and George Will examine the ambitions and limits of American power—from the restless energy of the executive branch to the resilience of the republic’s institutions. Drawing on his decades of political observation, Will examin
Matthew Continetti on Tradition and Transformation in Conservative Politics
In this episode of The Future of Liberty, Governor Mitch Daniels sits down with Matthew Continetti, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and founding editor of the Washington Free Beacon, to examine the evolving landscape of
Tyler Cowen on AI Algorithms, Immigration, and Forgotten Truths
Tyler Cowen joins Mitch Daniels to explore AI’s promise, economic threats from debt and regulation, and the need for bold, intelligent policy to secure economic growth, innovation, and individual liberty. Cowen discusses his views on immigr
David Keene on Civility, Culture, and Conflict
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
Neal B. Freeman on America's Conservative Movement
In this episode of The Future of Liberty, Governor Mitch Daniels sits down with Neal B. Freeman—author, broadcaster, and founding figure of modern American conservatism. Freeman recounts his early work at National Review alongside William F
Mike Pence on our Constitutional Moment
Governor Mitch Daniels sits down with Vice President Mike Pence to discuss lessons in preserving freedom in the midst of a global pandemic, faith traditions and self-governance, DOGE, and January 6th. • The Preservation of the Republic & Se
Charles Murray on Dignity and the American Dream
Governor Mitch Daniels and Charles Murray, the F.A. Hayek Emeritus Chair in Cultural Studies at the American Enterprise Institute discuss the changing landscape of achievement in America, the widening gap between classes, and the interplay
Yuval Levin on Hope and Politics in America
On this episode of The Future of Liberty, Governor Mitch Daniels and Yuval Levin explore the vital role of hope as an active virtue in sustaining a free society. They discuss the pressing need to rebuild trust, reconnect with one another, a
Amity Shlaes on the Forgotten Lessons of the New Deal Era
Governor Mitch Daniels and historian Amity Shlaes discuss misconceptions about the Great Depression and the New Deal; reevaluate the reputations of Presidents Coolidge, Hoover, and FDR; and consider the idea of the Forgotten Man. • The Gove
Niall Ferguson and the Lessons of History
Governor Mitch Daniels and renowned historian and author Sir Niall Ferguson discuss pressing current events including political polarization, the disturbing rise of violent antisemitic incidents, and the societal impact of aging populations
Stephanie Slade on Liberty, Virtue, and Fusionism
Governor Mitch Daniels and Reason magazine Senior Editor Stephanie Slade consider the changing factions of the American political landscape, the history and future of fusionism, and how college students became such big fans of big governmen
Todd Young on Balancing Liberty, Security, and Markets
Governor Mitch Daniels and Senator Todd Young (R-Ind) discuss current threats to liberty, the state of the American military, the national debt, and the importance of continuing to invest in science and technology. They also consider the co
Randy Barnett on Liberty Under Law
Governor Mitch Daniels and constitutional law professor Randy Barnett discuss what it's like to be a conservative or libertarian on a liberal college campus, the changes in Barnett's political philosophy over time, and his development as a
Joe Lonsdale on the Rebirth of Liberty in the United States
Governor Daniels and Joe Lonsdale, the founder and managing partner of 8VC, discuss the prospects for liberty in the technology sector, challenges to liberty in public education, and the difficulty of starting a defense company when your co
Katherine Mangu-Ward on Journalism and the State
Governor Mitch Daniels and Katherine Mangu-Ward, Editor in Chief of Reason Magazine, discuss why it’s so hard for third parties to gain ground in American politics, whether not voting is a responsible choice, the role of technology in educa
Philip Hamburger on the Threats of the Administrative State
In this episode Governor Daniels and legal scholar and founder of the New Civil Liberties Alliance, Philip Hamburger, discuss the origins of the administrative state in classism, the use of it as an "irregular pathway" around the Constituti
