The Ben Shapiro Show

Jon Voight | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 101

Oct 4, 2020

Jon Voight, the Academy Award-winning actor acclaimed for films like Midnight Cowboy, shares his journey from liberal roots to a proud conservative stance in Hollywood. He reflects on the impact of Marxism in the film industry and discusses the challenges conservatives face. Voight offers insights into the intricacies of acting, emphasizing authenticity and collaboration. He also highlights the importance of navigating faith and identity while fostering creativity amidst industry pressures, all while staying true to one's values.

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Episode notes

Intro

3min

The Journey from Childhood Creativity to Acting Passion

5min

From Aspiration to Stardom: The Acting Journey

4min

The Art of Preparation: Acting Insights and Political Reflections

23min

Navigating Conservatism in Hollywood: Challenges and Humility

4min

Navigating Identity and Integrity in Hollywood

6min

Navigating Faith, Responsibility, and Advocacy

4min

Heritage and Resilience

8min

Exploring Chabad Traditions and Upcoming Television Project

7min

Academy Award winning actor Jon Voight is a rare conservative voice in Hollywood who doesn’t shy away from his conservative sensibilities. Star of such films as “Midnight Cowboy”, “Deliverance”, and “Coming Home”; Jon has been a vocal supporter of President Trump, despite the vitriolic response from the majority of the film industry. As we close in on the election, Jon stops by to discuss his thoughts on the President, how he became a conservative, as well as his predictions for the future of the film industry.

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