Former Lt. Governor Dan Forest Loves His New Job

Do Politics Better Podcast · Jun 4, 2026 · 1h 2m

Former NC Lieutenant Governor Dan Forest sits down for a candid conversation about the twists and turns that have shaped his life, career, and outlook on the future.

The Republican reflects on growing up in a political family, how his parents' divorce affected him and influenced his views on faith, family, and perseverance. He also opens up about one of the most difficult chapters of his public life: his 2020 gubernatorial loss, what he learned from the experience, and how it changed his perspective on politics and leadership.

Today, Forest has embarked on a new chapter that he says he…