Counterflow with Buck Johnson

My guest today is the proprietor of Freedomain, the biggest philosophy show in the world, Stefan Molyneux. I was honored to bring him on to discuss his exodus from talking politics, although we are fortunate to get a number of political takes in this episode. We also discuss his deep appreciation for philosophy and what it means to him. Stefan has been slandered with the slur of "racist", and we get into why he believes that has happened. He's also a passionate proponent of "peaceful parenting" and he gives a very eloquent monologue as to exactly why. Find Stefan's works here: Connect with him here: Catch his live streams here: Sponsors: Lorenzotti Coffee ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Domestic Terrorist Clothing ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Paloma Verde CBD ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 25% off any purchase over $75! ...and join their mailing list for an additional 10% off! Visit my website: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!

I am very happy to have as my guest today Matthew Erickson from the Kingpilled Videocast and "Wealth, Power, and Influence, with Jason Stapleton". Matt and I get into what government actually is and why libertarians will always be on the losing end unless they are willing to make some big changes. Matt is very good at breaking down Machiavellian power philosophy and expanding it to current times. The left is more than willing to break every rule to keep power. What will happen if libertarians just agree to abide by the non aggression principle as they continually get buried under more leftist state power? Are principles what are written on the graves of dead men? This episode will make you think. To find more about Matthew Erickson, follow him here: Here are the books Matthew recommends: - The Machiavellians, by James Burnham - Fingerprints of the Gods, by Graham Hancock - Magicians of the Gods, by Graham Hancock - The Brothers, by Stephen Kinzer - The Unqualified Reservations Blog, by Mencius Moldbug Sponsors: Zippix Toothpicks ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Domestic Terrorist Clothing ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Paloma Verde CBD ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 25% off any purchase over $75! ...and join their mailing list for an additional 10% off! Visit my website: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!

My guest this week is well known in Libertarian Party circles, and she's running to be the next chair of the LP. Her name is Angela McArdle, and she's here to discuss the changes she wants to see within the Libertarian Party. First and foremost is the messaging. Anglea believes that the Libertarian Party has been flawed for many years in their messaging and explains in this episode exactly how that should change. Find more about Angela McArdle here: Follow Angela on Twitter: Sponsors: Zippix Toothpicks ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Lorenzotti Coffee ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Paloma Verde CBD ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 25% off any purchase over $75! ...and join their mailing list for an additional 10% off! Visit my website: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!

Meredith Angwin, author of 'Shorting the Grid', shares her expertise on the recent electricity crises in Texas. She discusses the vulnerabilities of the state's electric grid amid severe weather, highlighting the breakdown of the independent grid system. Angwin analyzes misconceptions about wind energy and the challenges of winterization, specifically how renewable energy failed during extreme cold. She also examines deregulation in energy markets and emphasizes the importance of accurate information to combat misinformation, making this a vital discussion for understanding energy reliability.

My guest this week is Dr. Shawn Baker, author of "The Carnivore Diet". Shawn goes over the benefits and details of the carnivore diet as well as his thoughts on other diets. He discusses some of the hate and misinformation that has been directed at him. At the end, we have a fun discussion on why so many people want to yell at us to sit on our couch and do nothing because of the Coronavirus. We won't comply. Find all things Shawn Baker MD here: Find coaching and other resources here: Sponsors: Lorenzotti Coffee ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Paloma Verde CBD ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 25% off any purchase over $75! ...and join their mailing list for an additional 10% off! Zippix Toothpicks ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Visit my website: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!

My guest on this episode is Tho Bishop. Tho is co-host on the Radio Rothbard podcast and an assistant editor at Mises.org. He has been well versed, not only in the economic and history lessons of Murray Rothbard, but also his political strategy writings from the mid-1990s. Tho is Bay County Republican Party Vice Chairman as well and is living in what may be the most free area of the United States, as far as COVID restrictions are concerned. In this episode, we discuss political strategy as far as freedom and liberty ends go. Is the Libertarian Party the path forward, or might it stand in the way of future elections, where if a Democrat wins, freedom and quality of life are in serious trouble? We discuss Florida Governor DeSantis, Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Matt Gaetz as the modern day enemies of the State. Tho also discusses his thoughts on the recent debate between podcaster extraordinaire Dave Smith and Republican Senator Eric Brakey. In this episode, we discuss these sites and/articles: Sponsors: Zippix Toothpicks ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Lorenzotti Coffee ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Paloma Verde CBD ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 25% off any purchase over $75! ...and join their mailing list for an additional 10% off! Visit my website: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!

My guest today is affectionately known as America's Most Trusted Lawyer. He is the host of The Quash podcast, and he goes by "Legalman". Legalman and I discuss the legal system and some of the failed workings of it. We also get into what is wrong with constitutional conservatives and why he can be hard on them at times. Of course, we can't have the top lawyer on without discussing the legalities of Texas secession, so we get into that as well. His show is one of my favorites, and I know you'll enjoy him here on my platform today. Follow Legalman on Twitter: Read the Calhoun piece mentioned: Sponsors: Zippix Toothpicks ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Lucky Guy Bakery ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 20% off your order! Paloma Verde CBD ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 25% off any purchase over $75! ...and join their mailing list for an additional 10% off! Visit my website: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!

My guest this week is journalist Michael Tracey. Michael has written for a number of publications, including: The Guardian, The Wall Street Journal, Fox News, The Huffington Post, VICE, New York Daily News, VICE UK, CNBC, Salon, and more. He is a rare breed, because I can trust his writing and his take on issues that matter. We discuss Trump Derangement Syndrome, the impact that the "soft coup" of Russaigate had on the Nation, the state of independent and legacy media, and much more. Follow Michael on Twitter: Read his articles here: Sponsors: Lorenzotti Coffee ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Lucky Guy Bakery ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 20% off your order! Paloma Verde CBD ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 25% off any purchase over $75! ...and join their mailing list for an additional 10% off! Visit my website: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!

Today I am bringing you my conversation with Keri Smith of the Unsafe Space, Deprogrammed, and Daily Covfefe podcasts. Keri spent two decades in the Social Justice movement. She rightly refers to it as an evil religious cult and is very good at explaining the tenets of it as well as the mentality of many of its gatekeepers. She explains her awakening and journey out of the cult, and she is very good at speaking to people currently involved in it and informing them about how they can escape. Find out more about Keri here: Watch Unsafe Space here: Sponsors: Zippix Toothpicks ( ) : Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Lucky Guy Bakery ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 20% off your order! Paloma Verde CBD ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 25% off any purchase over $75! ...and join their mailing list for an additional 10% off! Visit my website: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!

This week, I am happy to have Mises Institute President, Jeff Deist back on the show. Jeff and I discuss a number of topics including: the state of libertarianism, the Old Right, paleo-libertarianism, secession, post persuasion America, and more. Jeff Deist pulls no punches and is always a wonderful guest. I know he will make you think. Here are links to the essays and books that we discussed: Hans Hermann-Hoppe's essay on free trade vs protectionism: Ludwig Von Mises "Nation, State and Economy": Garet Garrett, "The People's Pottage": FH Buckley's book "American Secession": FH Buckley on Death To Tyrants: Find about more about Jeff Deist and read his writings here: Follow Jeff on Twitter: Sponsors: Lorenzotti Coffee ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Paloma Verde CBD ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 25% off any purchase over $75! ...and join their mailing list for an additional 10% off! Zippix Toothpicks ( ): Enter code BUCK at checkout for 10% off your order! Visit my website: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!