
Steven Bartlett with JD Vance
An intimate look at how childhood trauma, a shift from fierce anti-Trump criticism to the vice presidency, and a journey from angry atheism back to faith shaped a leader's worldview.
Childhood trauma and instability make a singular, reliable adult anchor essential for a child's eventual success and resilience.
Real personal growth requires acknowledging past errors, such as moving from blind institutional trust and fierce political opposition to realizing those very systems are broken.
National cohesion relies on slow, careful integration of new populations rather than rapid, unmanaged changes that stress local economies and community ties.