The Kevin Roberts Show Andrew Klavan | How Storytelling Can Save America
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Feb 5, 2025 
Andrew Klavan, an award-winning screenwriter and bestselling author known for his crime novels, dives into the urgent need for conservatives to reclaim storytelling in America. He highlights the transformative power of narratives and emphasizes the importance of fostering a creative culture within conservative circles. Klavan shares his journey from liberalism to conservatism and discusses the role of humor and collaboration in shaping cultural and political dialogue. He envisions a renaissance led by new creative voices that can counter the prevailing narratives in media and entertainment.
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Trump's Reelection and Media Rejection
- Trump's reelection was a rejection of dishonest and ideologically rigid media.
- A new media has exposed the old media's lies, creating an opportunity for creatives.
Pressing the Advantage in New Media
- Conservatives need to be proactive and build cultural infrastructure.
- They must lean forward, especially with the new media advantage.
Lack of Conservative Cultural Infrastructure
- Conservatives lack cultural infrastructure like think tanks focusing on culture, leading to a lack of support for artists.
- This lack of support prevents conservative art from reflecting conservative life.