

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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May 7, 2025 • 56min
Race Wars Incoming? || EP 1549
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson dive into a variety of hot-button topics, including rising racial tensions, the controversial use of the N-word, and the concept of collectivism versus individualism. The conversation covers recent events like the Rodney Hinton Jr. case, a viral incident involving a racial slur at a park, and the backlash from a 'F the Jews' sign at a Barstool event. Nate and Chuck debate the implications of these events, discuss the impact of cancel culture, and advocate for judging people based on individual actions rather than collective identities. The episode wraps up with a heated discussion around the context and consequences of specific words and actions in today's social landscape. (05:09) - Collectivism vs. Individualism (06:49) - Shiloh Incident and Racial Slurs Debate (16:48) - Power of Words and Free Speech (27:13) - The Power of Words and Cancel Culture (28:01) - Racial Victimization and Empowerment (29:09) - Hypocrisy and Racial Slurs (29:44) - The Debate on Race-Specific Insults (32:28) - Individual Actions vs. Collective Guilt (33:52) - Police Shootings and Public Reactions (37:43) - The Cycle of Violence and Revenge (38:44) - Collectivism and Its Consequences (41:29) - The Role of Media and Public Perception 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

May 5, 2025 • 43min
Has Trump Lost the Plot? (Alcatraz, Movie Tariffs, HR 867) || EP 1548
Join hosts Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson for another episode of Good Morning Liberty, broadcasting from a chilly Monday morning in Nashville, Tennessee. In this episode, they discuss Nate's movie recommendation for 'Thunderbolts' despite not being a Marvel fan, and delve into various political topics. From critiquing Donald Trump's recent proposals, including reopening Alcatraz and imposing tariffs on foreign movies, to discussing the current state of inflation and grocery prices, they leave no stone unturned. They also touch on the controversial HR 867 bill about boycotts involving Israel, revealing that similar legislation is already on the books. Don't miss their take on these pressing issues and much more! (00:40) Movie Recommendation: Thunderbolts (02:10) Trump's Alcatraz Proposal (11:07) Trump's Movie Tariff Plan (18:22) Trump's Interview and Tariff Impact (20:47) Consumerism and Historical Comparisons (22:03) Fact-Checking Political Claims (23:19) Gas Prices and Economic Indicators (25:30) Grocery Prices and Inflation (30:58) Controversial Legislation on Boycotts 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

May 4, 2025 • 39min
Tariffs Won't Make America Great Again w/ Kyle Moran || EP 1547
Kyle Moran joins Josh to discuss his recent article in the American Spectator titled, Making Tariffs Ugly Again. They discuss the predictable reactions from both foreign leaders, and the American people in the wake of President Trump's recent tariffs. Kyle's article in The American Spectator: Making Tariffs Ugly Again - The American Spectator | USA News and PoliticsThe American Spectator | USA News and Politics Follow Kyle on X and at Young Voices: https://x.com/kylepmoran?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg Kyle Moran 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

May 3, 2025 • 37min
Covering Up Past Authoritatarian's Abuses w/ Joseph Bouchard || EP 1546
Joseph Bouchard, a freelance journalist from Canada, who is currently based in Brazil, joined Josh to discuss how elite US institutions and companies are rewarding former Latin American leaders with high paying, cushy positions. They reward them, despite their past record of authoritarian abuses against their people. Some of the positions are even created so the former leaders can teach the benefits of democracy, even though they themselves have a record of forcefully silencing protestors and opposition leaders in their countries. Joseph's article in Common Dream: Opinion | US Institutions Reward Latin American Leaders' Crimes in the Name of Liberal Order | Common Dreams Follow Joseph on X and at Young Voices: https://x.com/geopolwonk?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg Joseph Bouchard 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

May 2, 2025 • 55min
Dumb BLEEP of the Week! (Hope Walz, Blue Suit, Shedeur Sanders, MS-13, & More) || EP 1545
Welcome to another episode of Good Morning Liberty! Join hosts Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson on this beautiful Friday morning in Nashville, Tennessee. Every Friday, for around four years now, the Good Morning Liberty team compiles and discusses a list of the dumbest things they've seen throughout the past week. Fans and the live group also contribute submissions, and they vote on what they believe is the biggest 'Dumb Bleep of the Week'. From Trump's controversial blue suit at the Pope's funeral to the inconsistencies in political statements on gun control, energy policies, and public safety, this episode covers it all. Join us for a fun and thought-provoking discussion, share your thoughts, and don't forget to subscribe for more! (02:22) Dumb Bleep of the Week: Trump's Blue Suit Controversy (05:37) Dumb Bleep of the Week: Trump's Birthday Parade (08:32) Dumb Bleep of the Week: Adam Schiff's Assault Weapons Ban (12:52) Dumb Bleep of the Week: Kamala Harris' Elephant Metaphor (15:39) Dumb Bleep of the Week: Tim Walz's Code Talking (18:09) Dumb Bleep of the Week: Running as a Privilege (24:15) Dumb Bleep of the Week: Amazon's Tariff Display (28:36) Dumb Bleep of the Week: Market Reactions and Joe Biden's Fault (29:19) Trump's Stock Market Claims (31:49) JD Vance and Economic Policies (33:52) Cabinet Meetings and Fentanyl (37:19) MS-13 Tattoo Controversy (42:06) Renewable Energy Issues in Spain (46:04) NFL Draft and Racism Debate 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

May 1, 2025 • 41min
Mike Waltz (Reportedly) Out, Hegseth Warning to Iran, Matt Walsh on Tucker Carlson || EP 1544
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate and Charlie discuss the return of Charles Thompson after a short break, the departure of National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, and the controversial fallout from the recent Dave Smith and Douglas Murray debate on Israel-Palestine. They dive into the implications of Waltz's exit, the nuances of US foreign policy, particularly towards Israel and Palestine, and the impact of ongoing military actions. Tucker Carlson and Matt Walsh's perspectives are also explored, highlighting differing viewpoints on US involvement abroad. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on recent geopolitical events and their broader implications. (01:30) National Security Advisor Shake-Up (02:29) Mike Waltz's Departure and Signal Gate (09:09) Iran Tensions and Military Maneuvers (15:18) Matt Walsh on Israel and Foreign Policy (19:52) Debating Foreign Aid and National Sovereignty (20:27) The Israel-Ukraine Comparison (20:41) Matt Walsh and the Daily Wire's Stance (21:16) The Ethics of Foreign Intervention (21:38) Historical Context and Isolationism (22:51) The Debate on Israel's Military Actions (27:11) The Futility of Destroying Hamas (29:53) The Moral High Ground and Collateral Damage (34:20) The Broader Implications of War 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

Apr 30, 2025 • 45min
100 Days, Amazon Controversy, UPS Fires 20k, and More || EP 1543
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston discusses the first 100 days of Donald Trump's presidency. Nate covers the mixed outcomes, including the freeing of Ross Ulbrich, attempts to dismantle the Department of Education, and the challenges presented by entrenched executive agencies. The podcast delves into reactions to Trump's tariffs, the resulting impacts on companies like Amazon and UPS, and controversies surrounding tax transparency. Nate also touches on issues like the Epstein files, the Russia-Ukraine war, and potential future GDP figures. The discussion includes thoughts on government spending, union contracts, and more, in an informative yet entertaining format. (01:31) Reflecting on Trump's First 100 Days (02:17) Challenges in Dismantling Government Agencies (08:12) Tariff Wars and Their Impact (09:05) Amazon's Tariff Transparency Controversy (19:22) Libertarian Perspective on Taxes and Tariffs (22:04) Understanding Government Costs on Products (22:46) Market Reactions and GDP Insights (24:40) Impact of Tariffs on Imports and GDP (27:57) Stock Market and Political Blame Game (30:35) Union Job Cuts and Economic Implications 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

Apr 29, 2025 • 50min
The History of USAID & Family Planning NGO's w/ Aidan Grogan || EP 1542
Aidan Grogan joins Josh to discuss how the recently dismantled USAID has been funding family planning NGOs, like the International Planned Parenthood Federation and the Population Council, for decades. They discuss their history, and how they used funding from USAID to help drive global population control efforts in developing countries. Those efforts led to disastrous policies like the one child policy in China, involuntary sterilizations, and abortions in populations across the world. They also discuss how these efforts have helped to create the low birth rate problem that many countries are now facing and its impact on the future. Aidan's article in The Daily Economy: Global NGOs Use Your Tax Dollars to Manipulate Poor Nations' Birth Rates | The Daily Economy Follow Aidan on X and at the American Institute For Economic Research: https://x.com/aidangrogan?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg Aidan Grogan | AIER 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

Apr 28, 2025 • 37min
AUTHORITARIANISM IS HERE?! || EP 1541
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston and Charles 'Chuck' Thompson discuss the nuances of authoritarianism in America, spurred by controversial news stories from the past weekend. They dive deep into the arrest of Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan, accused of helping an illegal immigrant evade ICE, and the debate around parental rights in deportation cases involving US citizen children. Through thought-provoking analogies and discussions, they highlight the double standards and hypocrisy in political responses to these issues. Tune in for a nuanced conversation that challenges mainstream narratives and explores the complexities of due process, legality, and personal liberty. (03:10) Judge Arrested for Helping Immigrant (05:27) Debate on Immigration and Law Enforcement (11:23) Deportation of a US Citizen Child (19:24) Custody and Citizenship Complexities (20:09) Legal Theories and Speculations (22:08) Marco Rubio's Perspective (23:55) Debating Due Process and Deportation (27:02) Historical Context and Authoritarianism 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

Apr 27, 2025 • 47min
Life School Even Through Life's Valleys w/ Keisha Wheeler || EP 1540
On a recent episode of the Martens Minute podcast Josh interviewed Keisha Wheeler to discuss her homeschooling journey with her seven children. Her story is so impactful that we wanted to share it with our Good Morning Liberty listeners, too. Keisha has faced some of the most difficult valleys in life but she has always made it through with God as her guide, and her community at her side. She prepares her children for life by using every situation as a potential life lesson. She also took her homeschooling knowledge and used it to create Life School Counseling to help families utilize all the resources available to create an outstanding educational plan for their children. Her story is one of selfless giving and unwavering faith through the greatest struggles of life. Check out Keisha's story: Serving With Seven Check out Life School Counseling on Facebook and Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BNzTscVMH/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.instagram.com/servingwith7?igsh=MWY1NTgyZTAyNTEwOA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Email Martens Minute: martensminute@yahoo.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/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


