In the inaugural episode of The Vivek Show, Vivek Ramaswamy and his friend Dave Rubin discuss leadership, political division, and the Trump indictment. They address the Republican Party's crossroads, the importance of shared values, and the growing gap between public and private beliefs. Topics include due process rights, identity loss, Trump derangement syndrome, challenges for conservative politicians, and the need for courageous leadership. The conversation also explores Vivek's political candidacy, maintaining integrity in politics, and promoting healthy discourse. Dave Rubin is a political commentator, talk show host, and author best known for hosting The Rubin Report. Dave's work focuses on political freedom, free speech, and the exchange of ideas in a world often stifled by political correctness. He is an advocate for classical liberal values and encourages open and honest conversations about politics and society.--Learn more about my campaign: Vivek2024.com--Time-codes:00:00 - Introduction00:30 - The Artifice of Presidential Campaigns02:00 - Trump's Indictment and Its Implications06:08 - Recognizing Shared Values in a Politically Diverse Society08:44 - Due Process Rights for All14:02 - Losing Faith, Family, Patriotism, and Hard Work as Identity Sources18:10 - Challenges Faced by Conservative Politicians21:57 - Vivek's Decision to Enter the Presidential Campaign32:33 - The Role of Political Consultants and PR Advisors43:39 - The Importance of Political Outsiders45:17 - Overcoming Fear in Politics52:08 - The Dinosaur in Tar Pits Analogy and Government Action Priorities56:37 - Constraints Imposed by Congress on the Chief Executive01:00:43 - Vivek's Greatest Strength as a Political Candidate01:03:07 - An Insider's Look into Political Campaign Fundraising01:08:19 - Navigating the Political Landscape and Promoting Healthy Discourse