

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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Mar 10, 2025 • 53min
Why the Left Only Knows Violence || EP 1507
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles 'Chuck' Thompson discuss a range of current events and issues. They cover Bernie Sanders' recent rally attendance and rhetoric, the recent attacks on Tesla and Elon Musk, and the debate over credit card interest rate caps. The hosts also delve into the left's use of violence in protests, the ongoing fiscal challenges facing the U.S. government, and the public's reaction to economic policies. Along the way, they emphasize the importance of spreading ideologically grounded principles of free markets and individualism. Tune in for a deep dive into these pressing topics and more. (03:10) Bernie Sanders on Oligarchy and Greed (10:06) Market Reactions and Economic Commentary (12:52) Violence and Protests: A Political Analysis (26:02) Credit Card Interest Rate Cap Proposal (31:29) Interest Rates and Basic Economics (36:19) The Ideological Divide: Free Markets vs. Government Control (38:05) The Importance of Spreading the Right Ideology (41:41) Ayn Rand's Perspective on Democracy and Government 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 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/factorpodcast Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Mar 9, 2025 • 42min
Lessons from the Tuskegee Airmen and the WASP's || EP 1506
Isaac Willour joins Josh to discuss his recent article in The Daily Wire, "Restoring America Means More Tuskegee Airmen And Less DEI". They discuss the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen and the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs). How their story teaches a very different lesson then that of DEI advocates. Isaac's article in The Daily Wire: https://www.dailywire.com/news/restoring-america-means-more-tuskegee-airmen-and-less-dei Follow Isaac on X: https://x.com/isaacwillour?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg Check out Isaac's work at the Bowyer Research: https://bowyerresearch.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 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Mar 7, 2025 • 1h 13min
Dumb BLEEP of the Week! (Cringy Democrats, EDS, Krystal Ball) || EP 1505
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson discuss a range of topics highlighting the latest in politics and social commentary. They kick off with a light-hearted morning greeting before delving into their popular 'Dumb Bleak of the Week' segment, where they compile ten submissions for the dumbest events of the week. This episode picks up steam discussing Al Green's dramatic expulsion from Trump's joint address to Congress, humorous yet cringeworthy social media antics by prominent Democrats, responses to Trump's touching interaction with a young cancer survivor, and the idiocy of economic viewpoints surrounding U.S. aid to Ukraine and Social Security. The hosts round it off by poking fun at Elon Musk's latest Starship launch and the peculiar political stances towards Israel. This episode is packed with humor, critical insight, and unscripted banter, making it a must-watch for all liberty-loving friends. (02:09) Trump's Joint Address to Congress Reactions (06:59) Pocahontas Moment and Reactions (11:00) DJ Daniels' Touching Moment (21:56) Ukraine and World War II Comparisons (26:31) Social Security Debate (36:31) Conspiracy Theories and Israel (37:31) Protest Restrictions and Israel (39:04) Debate on Illegal Protests (44:44) Canada's Tariff Retaliation (46:09) Democrats' Cringeworthy Week (01:03:46) SpaceX and Government Funding 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 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Mar 5, 2025 • 38min
Trump's 100 Minutes of Glory || EP 1504
In today's episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson dive into the recent speech made by President Donald Trump. They discuss the impact of the speech, which was not an official State of the Union but rather a joint address to Congress. The hosts talk about the lack of substantial policy announcements, Trump's humor and jabs at Democrats, the reception of the speech by the audience, and the importance of reducing government waste. They also touch on topics like tariffs, the Ukraine conflict, and the importance of respecting the presidential address decorum. (06:30) Polling (07:34) Tariffs (10:54) Funny Moments (14:54) Congressional Hypocrisy and Spending (18:54) Pocahontas (19:43) Trump and Zelensky's Peace Talks (22:37) The Minerals Deal and Security Guarantees (24:02) Al Green gets the boot (33:23) Agent DJ 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 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Mar 4, 2025 • 49min
Tariffs, Ukraine, and Dumb BLEEP of the Month (FEB) || EP 1503
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson return with their lively discussions on life, liberty, and the pursuit of meaning. The duo kicks off with a wrap-up of February’s 'Dumb Bleep of the Month,' where they break down the month’s most absurd and laughable moments. Topics include Idris Elba's innovative knife solution, Trevor Noah's controversial take on segregation, an outrageous Ohio bill targeting certain male behaviors, and the existential dread of federal workers over responding to emails. Along the way, Nate and Chuck delve into the latest news, including Trump’s announcement on military aid to Ukraine and escalating tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada. Join us for an engaging mix of humor, analysis, and commentary on current events and the liberties we cherish. (01:53) Trump's Military Aid Pause to Ukraine (06:54 Tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China (11:35) Robert Reich on Tariffs (15:58) Idris Elba on Knife Innovation (21:34) Trevor Noah on Segregation (28:47) Ohio and Mississippi's Ejaculation Bill (33:16) Federal Workers' Existential Dread 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 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Mar 4, 2025 • 49min
LIVE: Death of Legacy Media w/ Clint Russell, Dave Benner, & Drew Chandlerr || EP 1502
Join Nate, Drew Chandlerr, Dave Benner, Charles Thompson, and special guest Clint Russell from Liberty Lockdown as they dive into the topic of the downfall of the mainstream media, live from the 2025 LPTN State Convention. The panel discusses their personal experiences with traditional news outlets, the rise of new media platforms, and the significant impact of media narratives on global events such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict. (00:31) The Downfall of Mainstream Media (00:47) Personal Experiences with News Consumption (03:53) Media's Influence on Political Decisions (04:38) Corporate Media's Hypocrisy and Bias (10:28) The Role of Technology in Media Evolution (11:28) Favorite Media Hoaxes and Misinformation (14:44) USAID and Media Manipulation (25:01) Understanding Trump's Incentives (26:48) Zelensky's Geopolitical Moves (28:30) Zelensky's Negotiation Blunders (31:47) Media's Role in Shaping Perceptions (39:53) The Future of Media and Free Speech Drew Chandlerr on X: https://x.com/drewchandlerr Dave Benner on X: https://x.com/dbenner83 Clint Russell on X: https://x.com/LibertyLockPod 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 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Mar 3, 2025 • 51min
Zelensky Fallout & the Social Security SCAM || EP 1501
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson recap their experience at the Libertarian Party Tennessee State Convention, discuss key speeches by Peter McCullough and Dan McKnight, and celebrate winning the '2025 Peyton Manning Rookie of the Year Award'. The focus then shifts to dissecting a tense exchange between President Zelensky and JD Vance on the topic of U.S. involvement in Ukraine and the diplomatic strategies to handle Russia. Finally, the duo dive into Elon Musk's controversial comments on Social Security, examining the arguments presented by critics such as Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and AOC, while discussing whether Social Security is essentially a Ponzi scheme. An in-depth look at the numbers reveals the potential benefits of privatizing Social Security investments. (04:13) Zelensky's Controversial Statements (05:20) Debate on Diplomacy and War (10:06) Trump's Perspective on the Conflict (18:29) Nuclear Threats and Global Stakes (23:33) Compromise and Concessions in Ukraine (24:29) Trump's Role in the Ukraine Conflict (24:42) Critique of Ukraine's War Efforts (25:01) Conspiracy Theories and Criticism of the Left (27:20) Europe's Role in Supporting Ukraine (28:15) The True Cost of Military Aid (29:32) Elon Musk's Controversial Comments on Social Security (32:42) Debating the Merits of Social Security (36:21)Public Reactions to Musk's Statements (43:09) The Financial Reality of Social Security 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 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Mar 2, 2025 • 36min
The New Media is Changing Everything w/ Victoria Snitsar Churchill || EP 1500
National Political Reporter for Upward News and Young Voices contributor, Victoria Snitsar Churchill, joins Josh to discuss the shift away from the Old Media and the rise of the New Media. They discuss some of the reasons the Old Media is dying and why people are embracing the New Media outlets. They also talk about how the New Media affected the recent election and some of the pitfalls the New Media should avoid as they continue to create space for themselves in the media market. Victoria's article on Substack: The Media is Dead. Long Live New Media Follow Victoria at Upward News, on X, and on Instagram: https://upward.news/ https://x.com/snits_churchy?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg https://www.instagram.com/victoriasnitsarchurchill?igsh=MTMzZTF0b3p0MmU0Zw== Check out Victoria's Podcast Freedom Shots, and follow her on Substack: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zskSKkU33cD5Tn7xFECcd?si=cUIO7BQWRFO1TWUfMJrN2g https://victoriasnitsarchurchill.substack.com/?r=3goao8&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=profile 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 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Feb 28, 2025 • 1h 1min
Continuing to Make an Impact w/ Ryan Ralston from You Are The Power || EP 1499
Ryan Ralston form You Are The Power joins Josh to discuss their latest cases, including some more craziness, but also some potentially positive changes coming out of Georgia. They also discuss a case in Arkansas and a case in Texas. Get involved and help You Are The Power make an impact: https://www.youarethepower.net/ Follow You Are The Power on X: https://x.com/yatpofficial?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg Contact Ryan directly at: ryan.ralston@youarethepower.net 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 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Feb 27, 2025 • 1h 2min
Dumb BLEEP of the Week! (Federal Workers, Jake Tapper, Joy Reid, & More) || EP 1498
In this week's episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson tackle the most ridiculous headlines, including federal workers' emotional meltdowns over basic accountability, Joy Reid's tearful reaction to her show's cancellation, and Minnesota Supreme Court's bizarre ruling on vehicle interiors. The duo also discusses the implications of Zelensky's NATO offer, the media's attempts to cast RFK Jr. as a cause for a measles outbreak, and more. Join us as we dissect these dumb headlines and share our thoughts! (02:55) Trump's Budget Balancing Claims (08:47) Joy Reid's Show Cancellation (18:47) Elon Musk and His Son Controversy (22:33) Kamala Harris's NAACP Award Speech (26:33) Minnesota Supreme Court's Public Place Ruling (32:13) Introduction to the Book on Biden's Decline (33:04) Jake Tapper's Role in the Cover-Up (33:27) Media's Hypocrisy and Cognitive Decline Debate (35:44) Zelensky's Offer and NATO Controversy (38:24) Measles Outbreak and RFK Jr.'s Role (43:37) Federal Employees' Reactions to Musk's Email (55:11) Jeff Bezos and Media Ownership 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 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML