The J. Burden Show Kmart Death Squads w/ 5'Til Midnight: The J. Burden Show Ep. 389
Dec 16, 2025
5'Til Midnight, a dynamic crew known for their libertarian-tinged political commentary, engages in a whirlwind discussion about their journey from libertarian ideals to a more right-leaning perspective. They share hilarious anecdotes from libertarian events and indulge in a playful riff about Kmart 'death squads' and the absurdities of security measures. The conversation veers into U.S. gun culture, Canadian quirks, and even Modi's policies in India. Expect laughs and sharp critiques wrapped in an entertaining banter that keeps you hooked!
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Origins And Format Of Five Till Midnight
- 5'Til Midnight described starting as a five-person show that grew from libertarian circles into nightly political banter.
- They emphasize improvisation, guest interviews, and a loose format built on inside jokes and recurring characters like Sam.
Libertarian Movement's Practical Limits
- The guests concluded the Libertarian Party failed to coalesce into a practical political force and often devolved into infighting.
- They credit a few narrow policy wins but say the movement largely shifted members toward right-wing activism.
Finding Wild Stories In Niche Reporting
- J. Burden recounted working for a Christian news site and mining odd stories like corrupt preachers and 'New Hampshire Satanists' for content.
- He used these recurring bizarre beats to keep a high-volume publishing pipeline interesting and entertaining.