The Homeless Conservative: Blake Fischer
The Homeless Conservative: Blake Fischer  
Podcast: Talkin‘ Politics & Religion Without Killin‘ Each Other
Published On: Fri Feb 07 2025
Description: In this episode, host Corey Nathan sits down with Blake Fischer, the creator and host of The Homeless Conservative podcast. Blake describes himself as a constitutional conservative who feels politically "homeless" in today’s climate. They dive deep into politics, faith, and media, all while challenging ideological silos in an engaging and candid conversation. Blake shares his unique political journey, from growing up in Oklahoma and getting involved in politics at an early age to becoming a musician touring the country in a punk-rock band. His experiences shape his political perspective, emphasizing constitutional principles, independent thinking, and holding both sides accountable. 📌 What We Discuss: ✔️ Blake’s political awakening and how his family's involvement in local politics shaped his views. ✔️ What it means to be a constitutional conservative in today’s political landscape. ✔️ How his Christian faith informs his political views—and why he's critical of the evangelical right’s embrace of Trump. ✔️ His take on Trump 2.0—what worries him and what he’s optimistic about. ✔️ The role of media in shaping public perception and the dangers of political silos. ✔️ How to have meaningful political discussions without losing friends (or your mind!). ⏳ Episode Highlights & Key Moments: ⏱️ [01:30] – Meet Blake Fischer, host of The Homeless Conservative podcast. ⏱️ [03:00] – Blake’s early exposure to politics—from family involvement to local campaigns. ⏱️ [06:30] – The evolution of political media, from cable news to opinion journalism. ⏱️ [10:00] – What does it mean to be a constitutional conservative? Why Blake believes in limiting government power. ⏱️ [19:00] – Blake’s background as a musician, touring in a punk rock band. ⏱️ [25:00] – His Christian faith and how it intersects with his politics. ⏱️ [33:00] – Processing the 2024 election cycle, from Biden’s debate performance to Trump’s nomination of J.D. Vance. ⏱️ [41:00] – What concerns Blake the most about Trump’s second term? ⏱️ [50:00] – The role of big tech and Elon Musk in Trump’s presidency. ⏱️ [57:00] – How can we have better conversations across political and religious differences? 💬 Featured Quotes: 🗣️ Blake Fischer on the Constitution: "The Constitution is brilliant—not because it grants us rights, but because it recognizes that our rights exist beyond government authority." 🗣️ On the evangelical embrace of Trump: "It’s not that Trump can’t be president; it’s that we should stop pretending he’s something he’s not." 🗣️ On political discourse: "The biggest mistake people make in political conversations is assuming bad intent. Most people believe they’re advocating for something good." 📚 Resources & Mentions: 🔗 The Homeless Conservative Podcast – Blake Fischer’s podcast 🔗 Jonah Goldberg – Conservative columnist and author 🔗 Thomas Sowell – Economist and political thinker Call to Action If you enjoyed this conversation, please: ✅ Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform ✅ Leave a review to help spread the word (https://ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics) ✅ Subscribe on YouTube for video content and short clips (https://www.youtube.com/@politicsandreligion) Follow Us on Social Media @coreysnathan: Bluesky LinkedIn Instagram Threads Facebook Blake Fischer The Homeless Conservative Podcast The Homeless Conservative on Substack   Our Sponsors Meza Wealth Management: www.mezawealth.com Prolux Autogroup: www.proluxautogroup.com or www.granadahillsairporttransportation.com  This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about politics, faith, and the future of American democracy. Tune in and join the conversation! 🎧🇺🇸