Digest

This episode of Daily Wire Backstage delves into a wide range of topics, from the rise of the Daily Wire itself to the upcoming presidential election and the challenges facing Donald Trump. The hosts discuss the Democratic Party's strategy of portraying their candidates as "joyful" and their opponents as "weird," and they analyze Kamala Harris's attempt to shift her stance on immigration to the right. They also explore the importance of family and child-bearing for a healthy civilization, highlighting the left's anger at JD Vance for expressing these views. The episode features a "Moment of Good" segment recognizing Nick Heuser, the Daily Wire's longest active member, and concludes with the introduction of Crane & Company, a group of Daily Wire personalities known for their athleticism and fashion sense. The conversation then shifts to the Daily Wire's efforts to combat censorship by the political left, discussing tactics like shadow banning and DDoS attacks. Jordan Peterson announces new exclusive content on Daily Wire Plus, including series on negotiation, success, depression, anxiety, and the Gospels. The panelists discuss the current state of the world, highlighting global challenges and uncertainties, and share their personal religious journeys and how faith provides a framework for understanding and navigating these complexities. Ben Shapiro shares his journey from atheism to Orthodox Judaism, emphasizing the importance of personal choice in belief and the role of action-oriented faith in shaping one's life. Michael Knowles discusses his Catholic upbringing and the importance of standing in truth boldly and proudly, even in the face of ridicule. Madden shares his own religious journey, emphasizing the importance of teaching and the constant evolution of faith as one navigates the complexities of life. The conversation turns to Kamala Harris' philosophy, particularly her statement "what might be unburdened by what has been." The panelists critique this philosophy, arguing that it is dangerous and ignores the importance of learning from history and building upon the wisdom of the past. They delve into the nature of political authority, arguing that it ultimately derives from claims of justice, which in turn require a belief in God and a moral order. The panelists critique the left's attempt to separate church and state while simultaneously making claims about justice. The panelists discuss the left's attempt to eliminate risk in life, particularly economic and faith-based risks, while promoting sexual risk. They argue that this approach is ultimately harmful and robs individuals of their initiative and ability to find meaning in life. The conversation concludes with a discussion of Matt Walsh's movie "What is a Woman?" and the importance of taking risks in the pursuit of truth. The panelists highlight the movie's comedic approach to tackling important issues and the need for support from the audience to ensure its success.

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction to Daily Wire Backstage and the Rise of the Daily Wire

The episode introduces Daily Wire Backstage, a show featuring Ben Shapiro, Michael Knowles, Jeremy Boring, and Andrew Klaven discussing politics, religion, and culture. The episode recounts the founding of the Daily Wire by Jeremy Boring and Ben Shapiro, highlighting its growth and expansion with the addition of Michael Knowles, Matt Walsh, Jordan Peterson, Jake Blaine, David of Crane & Company, and Brett Cooper.

00:11:47

Political Landscape, the Upcoming Election, and the Democratic Strategy

The hosts discuss the current political landscape, focusing on the upcoming presidential election and the challenges facing Donald Trump in defining his opponent, Kamala Harris. They analyze Kamala Harris's attempt to shift her stance on immigration to the right, highlighting the importance of focusing on policy issues in the election. The hosts discuss the Democratic strategy of portraying their candidates as "joyful" and their opponents as "weird," arguing that this strategy is a defense mechanism against the public's dissatisfaction with the current administration.

00:31:23

Moment of Good: Nick Heuser and the Importance of Family

The episode features a "Moment of Good" segment, recognizing Nick Heuser, the Daily Wire's longest active member, with a surprise invitation to attend a backstage event. The hosts discuss Matt Walsh's new movie, "Am I Racist?", and the importance of family and child-bearing for a healthy civilization, highlighting the left's anger at JD Vance for expressing these views.

00:49:06

The "Cat Lady" Comment and the Conservative Movement

The hosts discuss the "Cat Lady" comment made by JD Vance and its implications for the conservative movement, particularly regarding the need to address the concerns of conservative women and the importance of community in shaping social standards. The episode concludes with the introduction of Crane & Company, a group of Daily Wire personalities known for their athleticism and fashion sense.

01:06:12

Daily Wire's Strategy to Combat Censorship and Jordan Peterson's New Content

The discussion revolves around the Daily Wire's efforts to combat censorship by the political left. They discuss tactics like shadow banning, DDoS attacks, and the importance of their audience's support. Jordan Peterson announces new exclusive content on Daily Wire Plus, including series on negotiation, success, depression, anxiety, and the Gospels. He also highlights the importance of his work in providing meaning and combating negativity.

01:12:23

The World's Frightening State and the Importance of Faith

The conversation shifts to the current state of the world, highlighting global challenges and uncertainties. The panelists, who are generally optimistic, discuss their personal religious journeys and how faith provides a framework for understanding and navigating these complexities.

01:22:52

Ben Shapiro's Religious Journey and the Importance of Choice

Ben Shapiro shares his journey from atheism to Orthodox Judaism, emphasizing the importance of personal choice in belief and the role of action-oriented faith in shaping one's life. He argues that we live in God's universe, even if we don't believe in God, and that the choice to believe is ultimately a personal one.

01:32:29

Michael Knowles' Catholic Faith and the Importance of Standing in Truth

Michael Knowles discusses his Catholic upbringing and the importance of standing in truth boldly and proudly, even in the face of ridicule. He shares anecdotes about his experiences in a liberal environment and how his family instilled in him the strength to defend his beliefs.

01:40:56

Madden's Religious Journey and the Importance of Teaching

Madden shares his own religious journey, emphasizing the importance of teaching and the constant evolution of faith as one navigates the complexities of life. He highlights the inherent corruption of the world and the importance of finding meaning in the face of it.

01:45:08

Kamala Harris' Philosophy and the Nature of Political Authority

The conversation turns to Kamala Harris' philosophy, particularly her statement "what might be unburdened by what has been." The panelists critique this philosophy, arguing that it is dangerous and ignores the importance of learning from history and building upon the wisdom of the past. The discussion delves into the nature of political authority, arguing that it ultimately derives from claims of justice, which in turn require a belief in God and a moral order. The panelists critique the left's attempt to separate church and state while simultaneously making claims about justice.

01:56:21

The Left's War on Risk and the Importance of Faith

The panelists discuss the left's attempt to eliminate risk in life, particularly economic and faith-based risks, while promoting sexual risk. They argue that this approach is ultimately harmful and robs individuals of their initiative and ability to find meaning in life.

01:59:11

Matt Walsh's Movie "What is a Woman?" and the Importance of Risk

The conversation concludes with a discussion of Matt Walsh's movie "What is a Woman?" and the importance of taking risks in the pursuit of truth. The panelists highlight the movie's comedic approach to tackling important issues and the need for support from the audience to ensure its success.

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Q&A

• What are the key challenges facing Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election?

  Trump needs to define his opponent, Kamala Harris, to the American public, who are largely unfamiliar with her. He also needs to overcome the media's portrayal of her as a joyful and unifying candidate, while simultaneously dealing with the fallout from his recent indictment and the ongoing attacks from the Democratic Party.

• How is the Democratic Party attempting to win the election?

  The Democrats are focusing on portraying their candidates as "joyful" and their opponents as "weird," hoping to shift the focus away from the public's dissatisfaction with the current administration and its policies. They are also using a heavy dose of media manipulation to create a positive image for Kamala Harris and to attack their opponents.

• What is the significance of JD Vance's "Cat Lady" comment?

  Vance's comment highlights the importance of family and child-bearing for a healthy civilization, a view that is increasingly under attack from the left. It also raises concerns about the need for the conservative movement to address the concerns of conservative women and to find ways to rebuild community in a society that has become increasingly atomized.

• What are some of the strategies that the Daily Wire is using to combat censorship?

  The Daily Wire is using a variety of strategies to combat censorship, including promoting their content through alternative platforms, encouraging their audience to support them financially, and using their platform to raise awareness about censorship.

• What are some of the new content offerings that Jordan Peterson is releasing on Daily Wire Plus?

  Jordan Peterson is releasing new content on Daily Wire Plus, including series on negotiation, success, depression, anxiety, and the Gospels. He is also expanding his existing series on marriage, masculinity, and vision and destiny.

• How does Ben Shapiro's religious journey inform his political views?

  Ben Shapiro's religious journey has led him to believe that there is a moral order to the universe and that this order should be reflected in our political institutions. He believes that the government should be based on principles of justice and that these principles are ultimately rooted in God's law.

• What is Michael Knowles' perspective on the importance of standing in truth?

  Michael Knowles believes that it is important to stand in truth boldly and proudly, even in the face of ridicule. He argues that our beliefs should be based on reason and evidence and that we should not be afraid to defend them.

• What is Madden's view on the nature of faith and the importance of teaching?

  Madden believes that faith is a journey that evolves over time as we navigate the complexities of life. He emphasizes the importance of teaching and learning as a way to deepen our understanding of our beliefs.

• What is the panelists' critique of Kamala Harris' philosophy?

  The panelists critique Kamala Harris' philosophy, arguing that it is dangerous and ignores the importance of learning from history and building upon the wisdom of the past. They believe that we should not be unburdened by what has been, but rather should learn from the mistakes of the past and strive to create a better future.

• How do the panelists argue that political authority is ultimately rooted in God?

  The panelists argue that political authority is ultimately rooted in claims of justice, which in turn require a belief in God and a moral order. They believe that even those who claim to be atheist or secular are implicitly making claims about justice, which are ultimately based on religious concepts.

• What is the panelists' critique of the left's attempt to eliminate risk in life?

  The panelists argue that the left's attempt to eliminate risk in life, particularly economic and faith-based risks, while promoting sexual risk, is ultimately harmful and robs individuals of their initiative and ability to find meaning in life. They believe that risk-taking is essential for human flourishing and that the left's approach is ultimately a form of control and manipulation.

• What is the significance of Matt Walsh's movie "What is a Woman?"?

  Matt Walsh's movie "What is a Woman?" is significant because it tackles important issues in a comedic and engaging way. The panelists believe that the movie is a risk-taking endeavor that challenges the prevailing narratives about gender and identity. They also believe that the movie's success will depend on the support of the audience.

Show Notes