The Libertarian Christian Podcast

This week's episode features Kelly Weinersmith, part of the wife-and-husband research team who are authors of A City on Mars: Can We Settle Space, Should We Settle Space, and Have We Really Thought this Through? In the episode Doug and Kelly discuss what common misconceptions are about traveling to the moon, Mars, and space settlement in general. Most people's visions of space are given to us by Hollywood or sci-fi writers, so we have an unrealistic picture of what actual Mars colonization would even look like, let alone function as a species. Kelly explains how she and her husband Zach went into the project with enthusiasm for settling space, but during the project came away with a much more realistic frame of reference for what it would take to get there. Kelly also explains how much we really don't understand, how little we have researched, and how ambitious getting to space in the next decade would actually be. Explored at the end are the legal norms and international treaties regarding space resources and land, and Kelly reveals her favorite sci-fi series. Additional Resources: Buy A City on Mars on Amazon Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  ★ Support this podcast ★

Brandon Warmke joins us again to talk about his new book (with Justin Tosi), "Why It's Okay to Mind Your Own Business." Together, they delve into thought-provoking topics ranging from the societal pressure to make a big impact and change the world, to the importance of creating a good home and finding meaning in smaller, everyday activities. Brandon discusses the prevalence and attraction of Commencement Speech Morality and contrasts it with Ordinary Morality. The conversation also touches on the rise of online activism, the psychological need for recognition, the concept of "rootedness," and the defense of traditional roles and institutions. With engaging insights, book recommendations, this episode promises to challenge and inspire listeners to consider the value of minding their own business in today's culture dominated by moral talk and public activism. Additional Resources: Buy Why It's OK to Mind Your Own Business Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  ★ Support this podcast ★

Doug and Norman talk about the birth stories of Christ and how Matthew and Luke both use language and employ storytelling techniques that provide a clear anti-Roman and anti-empire story. This is good news for all because the message of liberation is not only about our personal liberation from the captivity of sin, but the cosmic liberation of captivity from slavery and oppression.(Re-Mastered for Re-Issue.)Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  ★ Support this podcast ★

Doug Stuart discusses the enduring relevance of the five Core Values of a libertarian Christian. Doug delves into the first core value, emphasizing the role of Christian political philosophy in shaping a holistic view of scripture, reason, and historical theology. He scrutinizes the current political climate and the debate around Christian influence in politics, firmly highlighting the need to maintain the distinction between the kingdom of God and the state. He explores the importance of separating Christian values from nationalist ideologies, with an emphasis on the nonaggression principle and the compatibility of individual liberty with the common good. Doug provides a thought-provoking analysis of how Christian theology supports free market economics and values cooperation and service, encouraging listeners to engage further with these crucial topics in the libertarian Christian discourse. Additional Resources: Core Values Part 1 Core Values Part 2 Core Values Part 3 Core Values Part 4 Core Values Part 5 Core Values Part 6 Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  ★ Support this podcast ★

Why do people think the world is getting worse, when the opposite is true? In today's episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Marian Tupy, the editor of humanprogress.org and a senior policy analyst at the Center for Global Liberty and Prosperity. Marian shares insights on the progress that has been made in various aspects of human development and the role that economic and political freedoms have played in this progress. From the decline in absolute poverty to advancements in medical science, Marian dispels common misconceptions and provides data-driven evidence of a better world. While not all indicators of human progress are excellent, as a species we are getting better, and we need to celebrate this.(Re-Mastered for Re-Issue.)Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com   ★ Support this podcast ★

Lee C. Camp is professor of Theology & Ethics at Lipscomb University in Nashville. He is the author of "Mere Discipleship: Radical Christianity in a Rebellious World" and "Scandalous Witness" and is co-author of "Resisting Babel". He is also the host of the Tokens Show, the world’s only long-running theological variety show.Lee joins Doug Stuart and Norman Horn to discuss the interplay of Christianity, politics, and culture in America, and in particular, the many contradictions therein for many Christians.(Re-Mastered for Re-Issue.)Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  ★ Support this podcast ★

It seems that people are no longer able to have a decent conversation with each other about politics or other controversial topics. Social media exacerbates our tribal tendencies and often we get entrenched in our own beliefs. It often takes the wisdom of one who has had years of experience talking to and discussing hot button topics. There’s no better person for to talk to about this than EconTalk host, Russ Roberts.Russ Roberts joins us for this episode to discuss what it takes to maintain a civil discussion during the holiday season (or any season!). With insight and wisdom from Adam Smith to his experience as host of EconTalk and a professor, Russ shares with us some very important things about life, both in the personal sphere and the social sphere.(Re-Mastered for Re-Issue.)Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  ★ Support this podcast ★

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This is an episode from The Protestant Libertarian Podcast, where Alex Bernardo talks with Dr. Anne Perez about her brand-new book, Understanding Zionism (Fortress Press, 2023), which is a history of the modern Zionist movement and those who support and oppose it. In this conversation Dr. Perez explains the history and diversity of the Zionist movement, why Israel as a nation has always struggled to maintain a balance between democracy and Jewish identity, Christian support for Zionism, the many groups that oppose Zionist ideas, and where the Zionist movement and the state of Israel are headed in the future. This was recorded two days before the October 2023 outbreak of violence between Israel and the Palestinians and provides critical historical context for understanding contemporary Middle Eastern politics. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  ★ Support this podcast ★

Why would a politician change his or her position on a policy? How do we account for views that "shift" in one direction or another, especially when it appears to be out of political expediency? Eric Schansberg joins us to talk about this, as well as his book, "Turn Neither to the Right Nor to the Left", a must-read book for Christian Libertarians!(Re-Mastered for Re-Issue.)Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com   ★ Support this podcast ★