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Aug 18, 2020 • 46min

Ep. 118: Paul Gottfried on Antifa, BLM, the Culture Wars, and Conservatism

My guest this week is the great Dr. Paul Gottfried, author of many excellent books and perhaps the best known paleo-conservative philosopher in the country. He is also the Editor in Chief at Chronicles Magazine. Today he is here to discuss, among other things, his article: "Antifa: Nazis Without a Plan". Dr. Gottfried has written extensively on the history of fascism and anti-fascism and brings to the table a very well-informed point of view on Antifa. We also discuss BLM, the current culture wars, paleo-conservatism, libertarianism, Hans Herman Hoppe, Trump, Tucker Carlson and more. How could you miss out on this one??? Find Paul's article that we discuss here: Subscribe to the excellent Chronicles Magazine here: Sponsors: Zippix Toothpicks ( ): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 10% off your order! Lorenzotti Coffee ( ): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 10% off your order! Join the Libertarian Party through my link: Visit my website: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!
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Aug 10, 2020 • 51min

Ep. 117: Austin Petersen Drops an Atomic Bomb on "Woke" Culture Warriors

My guest this week is former candidate for the presidential nomination of the Libertarian Party, Austin Petersen. Austin is on the show to give his perspective on the culture wars in America. We get into the BLM and Antifa protests, how the LP is positioning itself in this culture war, and much more. Visit Austin here: Sponsors: Zippix Toothpicks (): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 10% off your order! Lucky Guy Bakery (): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 20% off your order! Lorenzotti Coffee (): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 10% off your order! Join the Libertarian Party through my link: Visit my website: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!
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Aug 3, 2020 • 46min

Ep. 116: On the Culture Wars, with Jeff Deist

My guest this week is Mises Institute President, Jeff Deist. Jeff and I discuss many of the aspects of the culture wars in America right now and what it looks like from our perspective. We also get into whether libertarians should attempt to form alliances with groups on the left or groups on the populist right. Jeff is always articulate and has a wonderful take on so many issues. I'm so happy to have had him on the show once again. I think you'll like this chat a lot. Check out more of Jeff's work here: Sponsors: Lucky Guy Bakery (): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 20% off your order! Lorenzotti Coffee (): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 10% off your order! Join the Libertarian Party through my link! Click here: Follow me on Facebook: Follow me on Twitter: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!
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Jul 27, 2020 • 1h 28min

Ep. 115: Marxism, Libertarianism, and the Culture Wars, with Thaddeus Russell

For this episode, I welcomed Thaddeus Russell to the show. Thaddeus is the author of "A Renegade History of the United States" and founder of Renegade University. Thaddeus details his political journey from being born into socialism and an avowed Marxist for years to someone who now loathes the modern left. We get into Thad's reasons for not being a libertarian, his thoughts on the culture wars in America right now, secession, war, the modern left, and so much more. Thaddeus always brings a very intellectually unique perspective to the table, and I think you'll really enjoy this episode. For all of Thaddeus Russell's content, visit: Sponsors: Lucky Guy Bakery (): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 20% off your order! Lorenzotti Coffee (): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 10% off your order! Join the Libertarian Party through my link! Click here: Follow me on Facebook: Follow me on Twitter: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!
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Jul 20, 2020 • 1h 1min

Ep. 114: The Authoritarian Religion of Woke Progressivism, with Dr. Michael Rectenwald

My guest this week is author and former professor, Dr. Michael Rectenwald. Dr. Rectenwald is here to discuss the themes of his latest book, "Beyond Woke". He has a wild story in that he is a former Marxist who saw the light, walked away from the progressive left, and is now a paleo-libertarian. We discuss the origins of Woke culture and its religious foundations. We also get into how to fix the university system (or not) and the endgame that the Woke Left strive for. (Hint: It's getting rid of you and your beliefs.) We also get into the problems with the Libertarian Party kowtowing to a group like BLM. Find all of Dr. Rectenwald's work here: Sponsors: Lucky Guy Bakery (): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 20% off your order! Lorenzotti Coffee (): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 10% off your order! Join the Libertarian Party through my link! Click here: Follow me on Facebook: Follow me on Twitter: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!
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Jul 16, 2020 • 37min

Ep. 113b: The Big Hawaiian Luau Bonus Episode

My guest today is Diego Rivera, and we discuss the grassroots movement known as "the Big Luau". It goes by many names, and we discuss all aspects of it. I know you'll enjoy this bonus episode! Join the Libertarian Party through my link! Click here: Follow me on Facebook: Follow me on Twitter: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!
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Jul 13, 2020 • 1h 7min

Ep. 113: A Breakdown of Current Craziness, with Donnie Gebert

My guest this week is author, former Army Intelligence officer, and all-around smart guy, Donnie Gebert. Donnie is very good at looking at a situation and breaking it down into its individual components to explain what is really going on and why. He brings this mindset to the show as we discuss COVID-19, BLM, Antifa, police violence, and more. It's 2020, and we are never at a loss for crazy moments to discuss, so having a unique thinker like Donnie to chat with is always a plus. I think you'll enjoy this one! Visit Donnie's website: Sponsors: Lucky Guy Bakery (): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 20% off your order! Lorenzotti Coffee (): Enter code DTTP at checkout for 10% off your order! Join the Libertarian Party through my link! Click here: Follow me on Facebook: Follow me on Twitter: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!
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Jul 6, 2020 • 50min

Ep. 112: COVID-19: What the Data Really Tells Us

My guest this week is data, analytics, & stats expert extraordinaire, Josh Ketter. Josh breaks down all of the important data and statistics with the COVID-19 virus. We talk new cases, death rates, mask usage, hospital capacities, and everything you need to know about COVID-19. Josh even gets into details on how you can tell if a media outlet is giving you false information. I think you'll find this episode very helpful. Read Josh's article which we discuss: Sponsor: Lorenzotti Coffee: Visit and use promo code DTTP at checkout for 10% off your order. Join the Libertarian Party through my link! Click here: Follow me on Facebook: Follow me on Twitter: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!
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Jun 29, 2020 • 59min

Ep. 111: Libertarian Party VP Candidate Spike Cohen on the Issues

My guest this week is the 2020 vice presidential candidate for the Libertarian Party, Spike Cohen. Spike is an excellent messenger for liberty and he doesn't disappoint in this interview. We discuss the wars, the war on drugs, Black Lives Matter, open borders, the Federal Reserve, the culture war, pitching liberty to the left and the right, and many more topics. Spike is articulate and thoughtful on it all. To support the Jorgensen/Cohen campaign, visit: Sponsor: Lorenzotti Coffee: Visit and use promo code DTTP at checkout for 10% off your order. Join the Libertarian Party through my link! Click here: Follow me on Facebook: Follow me on Twitter: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!
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Jun 24, 2020 • 57min

Ep. 110b: Private Protection Companies, with Commander Dale Brown

My guest on this bonus episode is founder of the Detroit Threat Management Center, Commander Dale Brown. Dale and I discuss the mission of his company and all of the services that they offer, including entire neighborhood protection. With defunding the government police being a hot news item, I wanted to look at other models of protection and Dale's organization is truly impressive. Dale believes his company is modeled to work with a local police force but one that is a different variation of many that we see now. Dale also explains his thoughts on the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis and his ideas on the issues behind much of the violent police encounters throughout the country. For more on Commander Brown's organization, go here: Join the Libertarian Party through my link! Click here: Follow me on Facebook: Follow me on Twitter: Donate to the show here: Audio Production by Podsworth Media: Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!

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