Believe! The American Stream

Where have all the leaders gone? Steve Ford, son of President Gerald Ford, had a front-row seat to the character and values that true leadership requires. Hear about the lessons he’s learned, the challenges he’s faced, the stories of growing up in and around the White House, and how we can restore civility and integrity to our national discourse. Visit www.thebelievepodcast.com for resources, episode notes, and more! Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thebelievejournal.com

Why does college cost so much? Mitch Daniels asked that same question as President of Purdue. Then he innovated to make college cost less. Let’s see how he did it – and how he believes universities can provide more value to students. Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thebelievejournal.com

Is college right for everyone? Dr. Bill Pink has wrestled with the answer. As a basketball player and coach turned community college and university president, he’s worked hard to make higher education work much better for more people. Let’s see what Dr. Pink believes about how students can find their best path in life.For show notes and more, please visit https://thebelievepodcast.com Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thebelievejournal.com

Does America need charity? Elise Westhoff is the expert. As CEO of the Philanthropy Roundtable, she knows a lot of worthy causes – and sees cause for concern in how a lot of people look at charity. Let’s see what Elise believes about the best ways to give our time, talent, and treasure. Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thebelievejournal.com

Who cares about the Constitution? Jeff Rosen has devoted his life to explaining why our governing charter matters to everyone. As president of the National Constitution Center, he’s empowered millions of people to better understand our country’s history and purpose. Let’s see what Jeff believes about inspiring a new generation to uphold America’s ideals. Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thebelievejournal.com

How do we create safer cities? Pastor Corey Brooks is the guy to ask. He’s living on top of a south side Chicago rooftop for 100 days to draw attention to the problem of urban violence – and the solutions. Let’s see what Pastor Brooks believes about building communities where families can live and work in peace. Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thebelievejournal.com

Why does everyone hate Washington, D.C., no matter who’s in power? Michael Anton has been thinking about this a long time. A popular writer, speaker, and public thinker about all things politics, he has strong opinions about a lot of pressing issues – and not everyone agrees with him. Let’s see what Michael believes about getting our government back on track. Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thebelievejournal.com

Is Big Tech our future? Blake Masters is the right person to ask. A longtime Silicon Valley entrepreneur and now a U.S. Senate candidate, he’s seen tech’s problems – and potential – up close. Let’s see what Blake believes about better ways to build (and use) tech. Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thebelievejournal.com

Alan Smolinisky - a serial entrepreneur and co-owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers – shares the story of his American Dream. The son of Argentinian immigrants who came here with nothing, he’s risen faster and further than he ever dreamed possible. And along with Doug DeVos, he believes America should always be a place where everyone can thrive, without exception. Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thebelievejournal.com

Welcome to Believe! To kick off this new podcast, Doug DeVos talks about his values – and his vision to inspire people through different perspectives. His first guests are two people who’ve had spirited discussions around the dinner table with him their entire lives: son Dalton and daughter Monreau. See what Believe! is all about. And welcome to the family! Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thebelievejournal.com