

Scott Horton
Director of the Libertarian Institute and editorial director of Antiwar.com. Host of The Scott Horton Show, and a critic of U.S. military interventionism for three decades.
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Aug 24, 2025 • 10h 35min
#478 – Scott Horton: The Case Against War and the Military Industrial Complex
Scott Horton, director of the Libertarian Institute and a veteran antiwar voice, dives deep into the pitfalls of U.S. military interventionism. He critiques the military-industrial complex and highlights the historical implications of U.S. foreign policy decisions, like support for authoritarian regimes. Horton discusses the vital role of whistleblowers in promoting transparency, and reflects on the costs of war, arguing for the power of education and awareness in shaping antiwar sentiments.

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Dec 11, 2025 • 1h 10min
Scott Horton
Scott Horton, a prominent Libertarian foreign-policy commentator and author, dives deep into current geopolitical tensions. He critiques Trump's aggressive stance toward Venezuela, likening it to historical war propaganda. Horton reveals how drug narratives fail to justify military interventions and warns of the devastating impacts of a new regime-change war. He also discusses the ongoing Ukraine conflict, analyzing military dynamics and the internal pressures that complicate peace talks. Horton underscores the influence of neocon politics on U.S. foreign policy.

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Nov 6, 2025 • 1h 4min
Ep. 2706 Scott Horton and the Fall of Israel First
Scott Horton, editorial director at Antiwar.com and founder of the Scott Horton Academy, dives into the shifting tides of U.S. foreign policy, highlighting the decline of the Israel-first stance. He discusses how Israel's actions in Gaza fueled public disillusionment and fractured evangelical and conservative support. Horton connects media changes, like Tucker Carlson's influence, to a younger audience reconsidering Israel. They critique pro-Israel rhetoric's backlash, discuss the impact of the Israel lobby on U.S. sovereignty, and explore the significance of truthful narratives to shift public opinion.

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Sep 8, 2025 • 3h 5min
Ep 188: Examining U.S. Geopolitics, Israel & Palestine with Scott Horton
Scott Horton, an editorial director at Antiwar.com and host of the Scott Horton Show, dives deep into U.S. foreign policy and the history of the Israel-Palestine conflict. He discusses critical moments like the USS Liberty incident, the impact of misaligned alliances during the Cold War, and the complexities of terrorism in America. Horton emphasizes the importance of education in decoding today’s information overload while exploring how narratives shape geopolitical perceptions and the moral responsibilities surrounding warfare.

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Sep 6, 2025 • 1h 4min
Libertarian Power Hour?! - September 5, 2025
Dave Smith, a comedian and libertarian voice, teams up with Scott Horton, director of the Libertarian Institute, to tackle controversial U.S. military actions, including a striking debate over drug trafficking strikes. They delve into the complexities of foreign intervention, particularly in Venezuela, questioning the narratives that often drive these policies. The discussion also highlights a growing skepticism toward military engagement among conservatives and the implications for U.S.-Israel relations as public opinion begins to shift.


