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Mar 2, 2020 • 42min

Ep. 94: The Progressive Era, with Dr. Patrick Newman

My guest this week is Dr. Patrick Newman, and he is here to discuss the infamous Progressive Era with me. Many people still view the era from 1890-1920 as an era of giant leaps forward for the US: for business, for workers, and for government. As with many aspects of establishment orthodoxy, that couldn't be more wrong. Regulation and crony capitalism have led to many horrific outcomes that we still deal with today. Find out the real history of what should actually be called the Regressive Era, here on Episode 94. Find much of Patrick's work here: Find more of Patrick's work 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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Feb 24, 2020 • 57min

Ep. 93: Talking Libertarianism & More, with Pete Quinones

My guest this week is Pete Quinones, host of the "Free Man Beyond the Wall" podcast and managing editor at the Libertarian Institute. I invited Pete on to chat about his podcast, libertarianism in general, and the new documentary he is co-producing called, "Monopoly on Violence". Pete and I have a lot in common, so it was fun to just basically shoot the sh*t. We also got into anarchism, police, abortion, intellectual property, annoying libertarians, and secession. I know you'll enjoy this chat. Check out Pete's work: Check out Pete's website: 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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Feb 17, 2020 • 40min

Ep. 92: Promoting Unfettered Free Speech, with Peter Van Buren

My guest today is journalist and author Peter Van Buren. Peter has fought hard for the principle of free speech. Peter worked for the State Department for 24 years, including a stint in Iraq. When his book, "We Meant Well: How I Helped Lose the Battle for the Hearts and Minds of the Iraqi People", was released, the US Government came after him, claiming that he published classified material. Peter also wrote articles for the left-leaning publication, "The Nation", until they weren't happy that he was writing articles promoting free speech, and they stopped accepting his articles. However, The American Conservative does still appreciate his stance on unfettered free speech. This is a microcosm of a cultural shift, in general. The modern left has vocally come out against free speech and the modern right has embraced it. We get into this topic along with discussing Peter's excellent work on the Russiagate saga. Peter is one of the best journalists out there, and I know you'll enjoy this interview. Visit Peter's website: Find Peter's TAC articles 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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Feb 14, 2020 • 35min

BONUS: Death To Tyrants on the Kennedy Financial Podcast

I recently had the pleasure of joining Philip Kennedy on his podcast, "Kennedy Financial", and this is that interview. Philip brought me on to discuss my libertarian journey, what I've learned in my time doing my podcast, secession, economics, and more. I wanted to put this one out so you listeners of my show can get to know me a bit better, since I don't usually talk about myself on my show. Hope you enjoy it! Find Philip Kennedy and his work 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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Feb 10, 2020 • 1h 12min

Ep. 91: Building a Direct Republic, with Donnie Gebert

This week I talk with Donnie Gerbert. Donnie is a former US Army intelligence sergeant who also held various other positions in the US military. He is here to discuss his book (and plan) called "A Direct Republic: The Null Hypothesis of Politics". During his 17 years in the Armed Forces, Donnie studied and learned how to systematically tear down a government and then build a new one. He's combined his leadership, military, and economics education and put forth a plan on how to do just that right here in the United States. I know you'll enjoy this discussion. Check out Donnie's work here: You can now join the Libertarian Party with 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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Feb 3, 2020 • 1h 29min

Ep. 90: Against Intellectual Property, with Stephan Kinsella

Today we will discuss all things Intellectual Property. Of course, to do that, I have Stephan Kinsella on the show, who is the foremost expert on this topic. What is "property"? Are all rights essentially "property rights"? Can you own an idea if ideas aren't finite? What is covered under the umbrella of intellectual property? How should a libertarian view intellectual property? All of this and more on episode 90! Enjoy! Find Stephan's writing on this topic here: Visit Stephan's Website: Find Stephan's many writings here: You can now join the Libertarian Party with 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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Jan 27, 2020 • 37min

Ep. 89: Michael Boldin on Nullification, Gun Rights, & Sanctuary Cities

My guest today is the founder and executive director of the Tenth Amendment Center, Michael Boldin. Michael and I discuss the gun rights movement, not only in Virginia, but throughout the country. We get into the "sanctuary cities" for gun rights advocates and what exactly that helps accomplish. The Tenth Amendment Center is a terrific resource to learn about nullification movements throughout the country. Michael is very knowledgeable on so many issues and such a great radical. I love his passion and all his great work. You'll enjoy our conversation. Visit the 10A Center here: Check out their State of Nullification Report here: Read Michael's article on Virginia & gun rights here: You can now join the Libertarian Party with 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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Jan 20, 2020 • 45min

Ep. 88: The Bubble, with Jimmy Morrison

My guest this week is Jimmy Morrison, writer and director of the great new documentary film, "The Bubble", which explains all about the housing bubble and subsequent bust in 2008. This is not only an educational film, it's really well-made and entertaining. Jimmy did a superb job of throwing in plenty of TV and pop culture with his interviews and educational segments. I can promise you that you'll enjoy this film. To see this documentary, go to: You can now join the Libertarian Party with 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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Jan 13, 2020 • 50min

Ep. 87: Is it Time for America to Break Up? with F.H. Buckley

My guest this week is F.H. Buckley, author of the new book "". We discuss his book and get into many of the angles of the idea of secession here in the United States. With one person ruling over an extremely divided 350 million people, secession may be the most logical and peaceful way forward. Why not let California be California and go their own way? Same with Texas. Same with many other states. We chat about nullification, local control, and other options other than secession as well. Hope y'all enjoy this one! Find F.H. Buckley . Buy his book . You can now join the Libertarian Party with MY link! Click . Donate to the show . Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!
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Jan 6, 2020 • 45min

Ep. 86: Bring Our Troops Home! with Dan McKnight

My guest this week is Dan McKnight, founder of . Their mission is to end US involvement in endless wars and just bring the troops home through political action, legislation and public education. You can now join the Libertarian Party with MY link! . Donate to the show . Leave us a review and rating on iTunes! Thanks!

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