

Good Morning Liberty
Good Morning Liberty
Good Morning Liberty is a libertarian podcast hosted by Nate and Chuck, lifelong friends and former touring musicians who now run a healthcare software business in Nashville, TN. Each episode breaks down daily news and political events through the lens of libertarian philosophies, emphasizing individual freedom, logic-based arguments, and practical ways to live a meaningful life. With a mix of humor and insightful commentary, it's perfect for anyone seeking a fresh, liberty-minded start to their day.
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Jun 24, 2025 • 37min
Ceasefire? + Trump Drops the F Bomb on Israel and Iran || EP 1579
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston and Charles 'Crazy' Thompson delve into a series of recent political events and share their reactions. The duo discusses a striking clip from Trump, reveals their emotional responses to Trump's fluctuating policies, and speculates on the implications of Israel and Iran's actions following Trump's ceasefire announcement. The episode features Trump dropping an F-bomb in response to the ongoing conflict, reveals Nate and Charles's complicated feelings about Trump, and discusses the political impact of these events. Tune in for a dynamic conversation filled with political insights, heated debates, and unexpected turns. (00:00) Intro (00:34) Trump's Greatest Clip Discussion (01:17) Trump's Relationship with Massie (03:52) Iran's Retaliation and Trump's Response (07:58) Ceasefire Announcement and Reactions (11:31) Trump's Ceasefire Strategy (17:09) Trump's War Stance and Public Perception (19:25) The Essence of MAGA (21:36) Trump's Controversial Statements on Israel and Iran (24:56) Analyzing Trump's Motivations and Actions (32:59) Trump's Social Media Reactions Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 CB Distillery 25% off with promo code GML cbdistillery.com Join the Fed Haters Club! joingml.com secure.thomasmassie.com/donate

Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 11min
Trump's War Against Iran, Thomas Massie, and the Constitution || EP 1578
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles Murica Thompson dive into the recent US military strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities and discuss Trump's response and intentions. They also explore the constitutional implications, the role of Congress, and President Trump's harsh criticism and efforts to unseat Congressman Thomas Massie. The hosts examine the broader context of US foreign policy, Iran's nuclear ambitions, and the potential consequences of these actions on global stability. Tune in for a thorough analysis of recent political moves, their implications, and a passionate debate on principle versus pragmatism within the GOP. (00:00) Intro (06:07) Trump's Speech on Iran Strikes (07:50) Uncertainty and Analysis of the Strikes (09:59) Potential Consequences and Reactions (26:11) Legal and Constitutional Issues (31:38) Regime Change and Historical Context (35:13) Constitutional Arguments Against Strikes on Iran (35:36) War Powers Resolution and Legal Critiques (38:09) Trump's Justifications and Political Reactions (40:03) Thomas Massie's Constitutional Stance (44:08) Trump's Attack on Thomas Massie (54:03) Reflections on Voting and Political Principles Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 CB Distillery 25% off with promo code GML cbdistillery.com Join the Fed Haters Club! joingml.com secure.thomasmassie.com/donate

Jun 22, 2025 • 34min
More Government Controls in the Market Won't Fix Things w/ Tyler Curtis || EP 1577
Tyler Curtis joins Josh to discuss some recently proposed legislation, like the 10% interest rate cap on credit cards and raising the federal minimum wage to 15 dollars per hour. They discuss the unintended consequences such legislation would have on the Americans that the authors of the legislation are attempting to help. Tyler's article in the Mises Institute: Interest Rate Caps Won't Solve America's Debt Problem. Here's What Will | Mises Institute Follow Tyler on X and at Young Voices: https://x.com/tylercurtis42?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg https://www.joinyv.org/talent/tyler-curtis Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 CB Distillery 25% off with promo code GML cbdistillery.com Join the Fed Haters Club! joingml.com

Jun 20, 2025 • 1h 20min
Dumb BLEEP of the Week! (Ted Cruz, Graham, Whoopi, and More) || EP 1576
In this solo episode of Good Morning Liberty with Nate Thurston, we dive into Dumb Bleep of the Week! We cover Ted Cruz's awkward moments during an interview with Tucker Carlson, Lindsey Graham's comments on Iran, and various political missteps that made headlines. We also discuss a tragic case in Georgia, Roblox protests, and controversial statements about Father's Day and capitalism. Join us for a jam-packed, thought-provoking episode. (00:00) Introduction and Welcome (01:25) Dumb Bleep of the Week Submissions (02:08) Ted Cruz vs. Tucker Carlson Debate (03:13) Biblical Justifications for Supporting Israel (06:29) Trump's Stance on the Israel-Iran Conflict (09:16) APAC and Foreign Lobbying (12:15) Israel Spying on the U.S. (18:23) Regime Change in Iran (23:41) Lindsey Graham's War Rhetoric (31:17) Israel Propaganda and Netanyahu's Claims (38:45) Debating Iran's Nuclear Intentions (39:44) IAEA's Stance on Iran's Nuclear Program (41:35) Comparisons to the Iraq War (44:42) Trump's Definition of America First (47:35) Whoopi Goldberg's Controversial Comments (52:43) Political Violence and Media Narratives (58:47) Roblox Protests Against ICE (01:01:43) Father's Day and Gender Roles (01:05:30) Georgia's Abortion Ban and a Miraculous Birth (01:11:44) Capitalism vs. Healthcare (01:14:04) Oregon's Drag Show Controversy Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 CB Distillery 25% off with promo code GML cbdistillery.com Join the Fed Haters Club! joingml.com

Jun 19, 2025 • 17min
Meet The Fed Haters w/ Jake Lutz || EP 1575
Meet Fed Hater, Jake Lutz, as he shares his liberty story. Hear his experience as a Good Morning Liberty Listener and a member of the Fed Haters Club. Join the Fed Haters Club! joingml.com Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 CB Distillery 25% off with promo code GML cbdistillery.com

Jun 18, 2025 • 56min
War Hawks Want Regime Change in Iran || EP 1574
In this thought-provoking episode of Good Morning Liberty, host Nate Thirsty discusses the current geopolitical climate surrounding Iran, the potential for U.S. involvement, and the lessons from past conflicts. Nate shares his concerns about the striking parallels to the lead-up to the Iraq War and reflects on the rhetoric from war hawks like Ted Cruz and Lindsey Graham. He also delves into the theological arguments some politicians use to justify unwavering support for Israel and questions the implications of such beliefs on U.S. foreign policy. Additionally, clips from Tucker Carlson's interview with Ted Cruz and Ron Paul's debates from 2012 provide critical insights into the ongoing debate. Join the conversation on the risks and consequences of possible military action against Iran, and the importance of a congressional declaration of war. (00:00) Intro (02:30) Reflections on Past Wars (07:12) Ted Cruz on Tucker Carlson (09:35) Debate on Iran and Regime Change (17:20) Biblical Prophecies and US Foreign Policy (26:50) Lindsey Graham and War Rhetoric (29:28) Extreme Ideologies and Nuclear Threats (29:54) Supporting Israel Against Iran (30:18) The Endless War with Iran (30:48) The Dangers of Regime Change (32:14) The Inevitability of War (33:18) The Role of the US in Middle Eastern Conflicts (35:25) Historical Lessons and Modern Parallels (37:02) The War Hawks' Perspective (38:55) The Case Against War (48:31) The Voice of Ron Paul Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 CB Distillery 25% off with promo code GML cbdistillery.com Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com

Jun 17, 2025 • 1h 11min
WARS AND RUMORS OF WARS || EP 1573
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston delves into the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. He opens with historical context, recounting Saddam Hussein's nuclear ambitions and the U.S.'s previous wars in the Middle East. Nate shares his thoughts on the recent bombings, the potential for a wider war, and the roles of various political figures including Trump and Netanyahu. Reflecting on his own political stance, he responds to claims about Iran's nuclear capabilities and discusses the implications of U.S. involvement. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of the complexities and potential consequences of this international crisis. (00:00) Saddam Hussein's Nuclear Ambitions (02:38) Introduction to Good Morning Liberty (03:17) Current Events: Israel-Iran Conflict (05:01) Reflections on War and Media (08:37) US Involvement and Political Reactions (19:05) Netanyahu's Perspective and Historical Context (35:32) Trump's Diplomatic Struggles with Israel and Iran (36:09) Trump's Warnings to Netanyahu (37:35) Mike Wallace's Dismissal and Its Implications (38:52) Dan Caldwell's Perspective on Trump's Diplomacy (40:20) Trump's Diplomatic Intentions Questioned (42:11) Trump's Response to Israel's Actions (45:39) Tulsi Gabbard's Stance on Iran's Nuclear Program (48:39) IAEA's Assessment of Iran's Nuclear Capabilities (53:28) Historical Context and Current Tensions with Iran (57:14) Libertarian Views on Trump's Foreign Policy (01:03:30) Dave Smith's Critique of Trump's Actions Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 CB Distillery 25% off with promo code GML cbdistillery.com Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com

Jun 15, 2025 • 29min
Be Principled With Education Reform w/ Neetu Arnold || EP 1572
Neetu Arnold, of the Manhattan Institute, joins Josh to discuss how the heavy handed, authoritarian approach that the Trump administration is currently taking when addressing problems in universities needs to change. Instead, it should be approached in a more principled manner, by relying on reforming education within the law in order to protect our students from the intolerance of the past several years. Neetu's article in Politico: Opinion | Trump Is Right to Target Colleges. He's Doing It the Completely Wrong Way. - POLITICO Follow Neetu on X and at the Manhattan Institute: https://x.com/neetu_arnold?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg Manhattan Institute | Creative. Bold. Independent. Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 CB Distillery 25% off with promo code GML cbdistillery.com Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com

Jun 13, 2025 • 36min
Dumb BLEEP of the Week! (War, Padilla, LA Riots & More) || 1571
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston and Charles Mur Thompson discuss the 'Dumb Bleep of the Week.' Topics include recent protests in LA, a recap of US Senator Alex Padilla's detainment, political reactions to current events, and debates over government spending and immigration policies. The hosts also dive into the recent developments between Israel and Iran, discussing the implications and public reactions. Join the Fed Haters Club and vote for the dumbest event of the week. (00:00) Introduction and Show Opening (00:38) Dumb Bleep of the Week: Overview (02:37) Israel-Iran Conflict Discussion (09:20) Skepticism Towards Government and Media (12:57) Trump's Ultimatum and Israel's Actions (15:52) Reactions and Opinions on Israel-Iran Conflict (25:52) Flag Burning Controversy (30:33) Right-Wing Influencer Push Against Rand Paul and Thomas Massey (41:38) LA Riots and Protests (44:32) Hierarchy of Oppression (45:32) Blocking Traffic vs. Flag Burning (46:16) Teachers' Unions and Justice (48:13) Chicago's Mayor and Historical Analogies (51:29) Socialism Debate (55:15) Immigration Policies and Trump's Stance (01:03:20) Senator Padilla's Incident 01:22:43 Concluding Thoughts and Final Remarks https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 CB Distillery 25% off with promo code GML cbdistillery.com Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com

Jun 12, 2025 • 26min
Senator Detained at Press Conference + Did Trump Just Signal Deportation Changes? || EP 1570
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson discuss a chaotic week filled with political drama and societal unrest. Topics include the escalation of events in LA, a Senator's controversial arrest during a DHS press conference, the complexities of sending the National Guard, and immigration issues under the Trump administration. The hosts also touch on right-wing influencers' attacks on figures like Thomas Massey and Rand Paul, and the political maneuvering around libertarian principles. From riots to political theater, this episode covers the intense political landscape of the moment. Tune in for a detailed and fast-paced discussion on current events. (00:00) Intro (00:27) Technical Difficulties and Banter (02:08) Political Climate and Libertarian Views (05:10) Riots and Protests Across the Country (06:36) Senator Alex Padilla's Arrest Incident (11:48) Senator Padilla's Arrest and Political Theater (12:24) Homeland Security's Response (12:53) Security Protocols and Misunderstandings (15:38) National Guard Deployment in LA (20:11) Debate on Immigration Policies (22:12) Trump's Stance on Immigration Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 CB Distillery 25% off with promo code GML cbdistillery.com Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com


