Zach Weissmueller

Joining the discussion are Robby Soave, Senior Editor at Reason magazine, known for his debates on free media, and Zach Weissmueller, Senior Producer at Reason, who defends the Bill of Rights. They delve into the chaos at the CDC under RFK Jr., exploring how public health is increasingly politicized. The panel considers constitutional debates surrounding National Guard deployment in Chicago and strategies for debating when outnumbered. They also analyze a federal court ruling on Trump's tariffs and its implications for trade and libertarian legal thought.

Editors Matt Welch, Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and special guest Zach Weissmueller discuss the Libertarian National Convention, including Donald Trump's speech and the presidential candidate selection process. They explore the impact of Trump's involvement on the party's image, reflect on libertarian values, address voting dilemmas, and recommend strategic voting. The podcast also covers Ellis Island's significance, political legacies, humorous analyses of South Park, and Lizzo's reaction to societal judgment.

Zach Weissmuller, a Senior producer at Reason, and Guy Swann from Bitcoin Audible join to unravel the complex case of Ross Ulbricht. They discuss the implications of his pardon and shed light on the morally fraught war on drugs. The conversation dives into the legal irregularities surrounding Ulbricht’s sentencing and critiques systemic biases in law enforcement. They also explore the broader cultural and political ramifications of the Silk Road, arguing for a reevaluation of drug policies and advocating for individual liberties.