
Libertarian
The Libertarian podcast features a weekly conversation with Hoover senior fellow Richard Epstein on the issues of the day.
Latest episodes

Jan 26, 2024 • 25min
Libertarian Twofer: Chevron Deference and Border Line Madness Explained | Libertarian: Richard Epstein | Hoover Institution
Richard Epstein predicts the demise of Chevron deference after two cases were argued in front of the Supreme Court and then he discusses Texas Governor Abbott’s spat with the Biden administration on the border.

Jan 12, 2024 • 26min
Seal Team 6 and the Limits of Presidential Immunity | Libertarian: Richard Epstein | Hoover Institution
Legal expert Richard Epstein discusses presidential immunity and the 14th Amendment, including whether Donald Trump has immunity regarding January 6th and the potential removal of insurrection charges. They also analyze the concept of presidential immunity for impeachment, the temperament of President Trump and his potential removal from primary ballots, the exclusion of the president in certain provisions of the Constitution, and the role of the Supreme Court in determining insurrection.

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Dec 15, 2023 • 21min
Libertarian Potluck: Trump’s Trials, Impeachment Inquiries, and Ignored Subpoenas | Libertarian: Richard Epstein | Hoover Institution
Legal scholar and libertarian thinker, Richard Epstein, discusses the fast-tracking of Trump's trial, the impeachment inquiries of both Trump and Biden, the implications of impeachment scenarios, and the consequences of Hunter Biden's subpoena non-compliance.

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Dec 7, 2023 • 23min
It Can Happen Here: The Ivy League and “Context Dependent” Antisemitism | Libertarian: Richard Epstein | Hoover Institution
Richard Epstein, an academic and lawyer specializing in law and economics, reacts to the congressional testimony from presidents of Harvard, MIT, and UPenn regarding antisemitism on their campuses. The podcast discusses the lack of enforcement of antisemitism in the Ivy League, the role of Congress in regulating speech on university campuses, the context-dependence of anti-Semitism, and the impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies on American universities.

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Nov 10, 2023 • 23min
What Constitutes a War Crime? | Libertarian: Richard Epstein | Hoover Institution
Legal expert and scholar Richard Epstein discusses what constitutes a war crime, particularly in the context of Israel and Hamas. They explore the complexities of the Israeli-Hamas conflict, online reporting and targeting tactics in Gaza, challenges in obtaining reliable information, and the proposal of Israel's security control over Gaza for peace and commerce.

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Oct 27, 2023 • 29min
Life During War Time: Israel’s Fight For Hearts and Minds | Libertarian: Richard Epstein | Hoover Institution
Richard Epstein, an expert on libertarianism and a commentator on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, discusses Israel's history and the allegation of colonization, historical events and conflicts involving Israel, restriction of freedom of speech on university campuses and its impact on Jewish students, and issues surrounding universities and asymmetrical warfare.

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Oct 20, 2023 • 23min
Word Salads and Rockets: Fighting Hamas On Campus and In Israel | Libertarian: Richard Epstein | Hoover Institution
Richard Epstein discusses pro-Hamas attitudes on college campuses and weighs in on Israel's end goal for Hamas. They explore the role of universities in remaining neutral during conflicts and analyze the support some left-wing organizations have for Hamas. The discussion includes the limitations and destructive conduct of Hamas, the importance of political leadership in the Israel situation, and the need to pressure Egypt to open the borders.

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Oct 11, 2023 • 34min
Moral Clarity on Hamas, Israel, and Terrorism | Libertarian: Richard Epstein | Hoover Institution
Richard Epstein, a libertarian, discusses the recent terrorist acts committed by Hamas in Israel and the concerning responses from university student groups. Topics include the complexities of the conflict, lack of condemnation for Hamas, balancing free speech and DEI programs, and war tactics employed by Israel and Hamas.

Oct 6, 2023 • 27min
Free Delivery on Trial: Lina Khan and the FTC Go After Amazon | Libertarian: Richard Epstein | Hoover Institution
Richard Epstein discusses an antitrust suit against Amazon by the FTC and several states. They explore the complexity of breaking up Amazon, Amazon's pricing strategies, the role of Amazon Prime, and future scenarios. They also discuss the consequences of imposing fines on businesses.

Sep 22, 2023 • 23min
Labor Pains: The UAW Tests The Auto Maker’s Limits | Libertarian: Richard Epstein | Hoover Institution
Richard Epstein, a Libertarian guest, evaluates the demands of the UAW strike and examines the likelihood of their success. Topics discussed include aggressive union leadership, wage gap between CEOs and workers, challenges in the EV movement, and changing attitudes towards unions.