Good Morning Liberty

In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson dive right into current events and hot topics. They discuss President Trump's recent phone call with Vladimir Putin and its potential implications, Trump's stance on Hamas and conflict in the Middle East, and the ongoing trade war with China, particularly focusing on rare earth minerals. The hosts also bring up environmental regulations affecting US mining and delve into the complexities of healthcare policies, including discussions about government regulations and single-payer systems. Additionally, they provide their quick reactions to various political headlines and clips, including comments from AOC. Tune in for a comprehensive and fast-paced discussion of these crucial issues. 00:00 Intro 00:34 Trump's Foreign Policy Moves 01:38 Trade War with China 05:45 Middle East Tensions: Hamas and Israel 16:02 China's Rare Earth Export Controls 26:08 Competing with China: The Rare Earth Dilemma 26:19 The Rise and Fall of Mountain Pass 27:29 Environmental Regulations and Economic Consequences 29:32 The Regulatory Hurdles in US Mining 29:53 Trade Wars and Economic Leverage 33:48 The Trump Administration's Response 34:04 New Discoveries and Future Prospects 36:15 Historical Context: Price Controls and Regulations 41:35 Healthcare Debate: Single Payer System 🚨Prolon is offering listeners 15% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit https://ProlonLife.com/GML 🔗[ALL LINKS]: https://gml.bio.link 📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/

Welcome to another episode of Good Morning Liberty! In today's show, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles 'Just Do It' Thompson dive into various topics, from chasing dreams and the importance of taking action to the controversy surrounding a leaked group chat from young Republicans. They discuss the balance between humor and offense, the reaction from political figures, and the differences in unity between the left and right. Join us for a casual yet thought-provoking conversation about life, liberty, and the pursuit of meaning, with a sprinkle of promotion for their sponsor ProLon. 00:00 Intro 00:45 Sponsorship and Promotions 01:17 Philosophy of 'Just Do It' 02:34 Controversial Figures and Historical References 04:26 Political Controversies and Leaked Messages 06:19 Freedom Chat and Privacy Concerns 10:45 Racist and Offensive Remarks in Leaked Chats 15:29 Hypocrisy and Double Standards in Politics 17:20 Disclaimers and Advertisements 19:42 The Danger of Identity Politics 21:20 Final Thoughts and Humor 33:28 The Headline Joke 33:55 White Supremacist Symbols 35:50 Offensive Language in Chat 36:23 Debating Slurs and Censorship 42:06 Gaming Culture and Edgy Humor 45:02 Political Reactions and Apologies 57:21 Concluding Thoughts on Free Speech 🚨Prolon is offering listeners 15% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit https://ProlonLife.com/GML 🔗[ALL LINKS]: https://gml.bio.link 📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/

In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles "Chuck" Thompson discuss the latest developments in the Middle East, focusing on a potential peace agreement brokered by President Trump. Amid humorous banter and personal updates, the duo explores the complexities surrounding the Israeli-Hamas ceasefire, including the challenges of ensuring compliance and the ongoing human cost on both sides. They also delve into the historical context of the conflict, the controversial role of clickbait headlines, and the reactions to Trump's ambitious peace plan. Tune in for a mix of critical analysis and lighthearted commentary on one of the world's most enduring geopolitical issues. 00:00 Intro 01:44 Discussing Peace in the Middle East 03:42 Ceasefire and Hostage Exchange 06:27 Challenges and Skepticism 08:50 Trump's Role and International Reactions 23:58 Ceasefire Violations and Ongoing Conflict 28:42 Questioning the Use of Lethal Force 30:00 Mass Arson in Gaza City 31:21 The Value of Human Life in Conflict 34:06 Challenges of the Ceasefire Agreement 41:27 Public Executions by Hamas 49:56 Historical Context and Land Disputes 🚨Prolon is offering listeners 15% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit https://ProlonLife.com/GML 🔗[ALL LINKS]: https://gml.bio.link 📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/

Abdullah Hayek, a Middle East History & Peace Fellow at Young Voices and an independent Middle East analyst and consultant based in the Washington, D.C. area, joins Josh to discuss the Israeli-Gaza peace talks, the recent Israeli attack on Qatar and the international response, and the potential for future peace in the Middle East region. Follow Abdullah on X and at Young Voices: https://x.com/ahayek99?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg https://www.joinyv.org/talent/abdullah-hayek 🚨Prolon is offering listeners 15% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit https://ProlonLife.com/GML 🔗[ALL LINKS]: https://gml.bio.link 📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/

In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston tackles an array of ridiculous stories from the past week. Topics include the lighter sentence for a transgender individual who plotted to assassinate Justice Brett Kavanaugh, the ongoing support for violent rhetoric in politics, disputes over healthcare costs, Josh Hawley's anti-capitalist remarks, and rampant anti-Semitic accusations for posts supporting America. In addition, Nate delves into flag burning, the controversy over Amazon's worker compensation, and Rand Paul's opposition to unauthorized military actions. Tune in for a rollercoaster ride through what might be the dumbest week yet! 00:00 Intro 02:11 Dumb Bleep of the Week: Brett Kavanaugh's Would-Be Assassin 10:26 Dumb Bleep of the Week: Jay Jones' Controversial Texts 27:30 Dumb Bleep of the Week: Healthcare and ER Costs 41:06 The Rising Cost of Healthcare 41:58 Government Subsidies and Their Impact 42:41 MTG's Stance on Healthcare and Insurance 43:19 The Insurance Dilemma 45:02 Foreign Aid vs. Domestic Issues 46:19 Rand Paul's Controversial Stance on Military Action 51:30 Josh Hawley's Labor Market Concerns 54:12 Amazon's CEO Pay and Worker Wages 01:09:33 Antisemitism and Political Allegiances 01:14:47 Flag Burning Incident and Legal Implications 🔗[ALL LINKS]: https://gml.bio.link 📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/

In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, host Nate Thurston ventures solo to discuss the intricate details of healthcare, specifically focusing on Obamacare and its role in the current government shutdown. As Charlie Thompson is away for the week, Nate delves into the political wrangling over extending Obamacare subsidies and the broader economic implications. He highlights the unsustainable nature of government-subsidized programs, likening it to the inevitable price inflation seen in other sectors with heavy government involvement. By dissecting articles from the Washington Post and comments from public figures, Nate builds a case against the continuance of these temporary subsidies, arguing that they only exacerbate the fundamental issues plaguing the American healthcare system. 00:00 Intro 00:35 Government Shutdown and Obamacare Debate 02:24 Healthcare Costs and Subsidies 02:46 Washington Post Articles and Political Reactions 03:38 COVID-19 Impact on Healthcare Subsidies 14:47 Market Dynamics and Government Intervention 17:00 Washington Post Editorial on Government Spending 26:50 Hospital Profit Margins and Economic Adjustments 30:31 Government Spending and Social Security Concerns 34:35 Obamacare's Impact on Health Insurance 38:29 Challenges in the Health Insurance Market 🔗[ALL LINKS]: https://gml.bio.link 📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/

In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, host Nate Thurston discusses various current events and issues. With his co-host Charles Chuck Thompson absent this week, Nate navigates the show solo, talking about the government's shutdown and its surprising minimal impact. He delves into the controversial news of the FBI spying on Republican Congress members related to the Trump election investigation. Nate also covers the Supreme Court's rejection of Ghislaine Maxwell's appeal on her criminal conviction and the broader implications of government surveillance powers. Additionally, the episode touches on personal anecdotes, including Nate's recent hand injury and taking care of Chuck's cats. 00:00 Intro 02:10 Government Shutdown and Non-Essential Workers 04:28 FBI Spying on Republican Congress Members 08:40 Political Hypocrisy and Surveillance 17:54 Supreme Court Rejects Ghislaine Maxwell's Appeal 23:39 The Dilemma of Supporting Trump 24:34 Laura Loomer's Stance on Pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell 25:53 Candace Owens and the Charlie Kirk Controversy 28:37 Skepticism Towards Candace's Claims 41:43 The ICE Incident in Chicago 46:19 Conclusion and Sign-Off 🔗[ALL LINKS]: https://gml.bio.link 📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/

Award-winning political theorist William Barclay joins Josh to discuss his latest article, "Trump, South Korea and the international purge of right-wing politics." In this compelling episode, they explore how South Korean President Lee and the Democratic Party of Korea are suppressing right-wing ideologies in South Korea. They also examine a similar trend unfolding in countries such as Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States. The discussion highlights how the American right is responding to this global wave of opposition, particularly as it has regained political influence in the U.S. Additionally, they offer insights into how right-wing movements can effectively navigate and counter this growing ideological oppression. Will's article in the Washington Times: https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/sep/8/trump-south-korea-international-purge-right-wing-politics/ Follow Will on X: https://x.com/willbarclaypcbg?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg For our Toronto listeners check out Will at the Toronto Democracy Forum 2025 conference: https://worldantiextremism.org/event/toronto-democracy-forum-2025/ 🔗[ALL LINKS]: https://gml.bio.link 📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/

In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston hosts the show solo as Charlie is away. Nate delves into various hot topics, including the current government shutdown and the ensuing political drama. He discusses the soybeans trade war and potential farmer bailouts, Cuomo's apology to the Jewish community, and Don Lemon's comments on white men and violence. Joy Reid's controversial statements and the Democrats' cringeworthy response to Trump's AI-generated meme about Hakeem Jeffries also make the cut. Join Nate as he navigates these pressing issues and announces the Dumb Bleep of the Week. 00:00 Intro 01:51 Dumb Bleep #1: Phasing Out Gifted Programs 07:10 Dumb Bleep #2: ICE Protest Controversy 10:06 Dumb Bleep #3: Cuomo's Apology to Jewish Community 15:42 Dumb Bleep #4: Don Lemon's Rant on White Men 20:59 Dumb Bleep #5: Chicago Teachers Union Honors Convicted Cop Killer 25:02 Dumb Bleep #6: Tucker Carlson and Israel Controversy 37:33 Dumb Bleep #7: Joy Reid's Take on Income Tax and Regulations 40:57 Introduction to the Farmer Bailout 42:31 China's Retaliation and Impact on US Farmers 44:20 Personal Anecdote and Context 47:22 Economic Implications of the Trade War 50:07 The Meme Controversy and Political Reactions 51:21 Democratic Debate and Healthcare for Undocumented Immigrants 53:45 Government Shutdown and Political Maneuvering 54:43 AI Memes and Political Satire 01:12:55 Voting 🔗[ALL LINKS]: https://gml.bio.link 📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/

In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Chuck Thompson discuss the current government shutdown, its impact, and their thoughts on non-essential government employees. They speculate on potential plans by Trump to restructure federal agencies and touch on the controversial Epstein files. The conversation includes humorous commentary on viral videos and statements from political figures like Joy Reed and Trump, alongside a discussion on military physical standards. The episode wraps up with a positive story about a fundraising campaign by the LDS church for the family of a church shooter. 00:00 Intro 00:31 Reflecting on the Year and Upcoming Holidays 01:14 Government Shutdown: What's Happening? 02:27 Implications of the Shutdown 06:53 Epstein Files and Political Maneuvering 09:05 Trump's Controversial Video and Reactions 11:56 Pfizer Deal and Healthcare Discussion 16:01 Joy Reed's Viral Clip and Final Thoughts 16:46 Analyzing Joy Reed's Interview 17:48 Debunking the Fascist Agenda Claim 19:54 Project 2025 and Project Esther 20:41 Discussion on Women's Roles and Cultural Shifts 22:56 Military Standards and Physical Fitness 30:34 Positive Story: Support for Church Shooter's Family 🔗[ALL LINKS]: https://gml.bio.link 📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/