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217: WHO’S THE SUPERPOWER; May 3, 2024 (57:40)
Trump to address Libertarian National Convention. What does this say about us? There’s a history lesson on the Kent State murders on May 4, 1970 and it’s relationship to today’s campus protests and the restrictions to free speech recently passed by the House. We finish with an update on an older story.
216: LIGHTNING ROUND; April 26, 2024 (1:00:23)
FISA, foreign aid, Mike Johnson, campus protests, teachers with guns, oppression, corruption and more on this episode.
215: ISRAELI SOURS; April 19, 2024 (1:06:06)
We start with the PRESS Act, then turn to foreign policy and close with domestic politics and protectionism.
214: HAVE IT YOUR WAY; April 12, 2024 (1:19:29)
We talk about the California fast food price hike and San Fran’s ban on grocery store moves. Then, we switch to the third rail.
213: APPLE A DAY; April 4, 2024 (1:02:05)
We start with a short discussion of how US tax money is being used overseas. We finish with how government is sticking its nose in your home, your bank account and your pocket.
212: ECONOMIC GANGRENE; March 28, 2024 (59:06)
We spend a little time on the recent UN Security Council resolution related to the Middle East conflict. We spend the balance on the economy.
211: CLIPTASTROPHE; March 22, 2024 (1:07:16)
Most of the episode is spent on some court cases. We discuss the recent conviction of Ethan Crumbley’s parents and the First Amendment case at the US Supreme Court.
210: FREE REINED CHOICE; March 16, 2024 (51:56)
Alabama is freer than it was, opinions need to be limited by the feds before the election and even the best politicians are terrible.
209: BLESS THEIR HEARTS; March 9, 2024 (59:31)
The State of the Union, the rebuttal, a little history refresher and some gender economics.
208: TERRIBLE TWOS; February 29, 2024 (52:23)
We talk about the state of the Ukraine war, some other strategic rivals and the recent Alabama Supreme Court decision about IVF and its potential impacts.
207: PICK YOUR POISON; February 23, 2024 (55:19)
Trump’s legal woes, Putin’s opposition and supremacist foreign policy.
206: GOING CAMPING; February 16, 2024 (1:01:24)
The infamous Putin interview, USSC consideration of Colorado’s ballot and Israel’s beef with UNRWA along with a case for low-impact camping for the younger generations.
205: SUPER COLLIDER; February 8, 2024 (1:04:41)
We talk about general government corruption, the shortfalls of the Post Office and science funding to start. Then, we get into the meat of the episode with discussion of the ICJ’s opinion, more government corruption and border woes.
BONUS: LESLIE R. MILLER, M.D. INTERVIEW; January 25, 2024 (1:05:09)
WARNING: Some of the content may be inappropriate for children and may be triggering to some victims of abuse. Dr. Miller is a medical doctor trained as a pediatrician, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and a general psychiatrist. She graciously agreed to be interviewed on the subject of human trafficking. She discusses warning signs, next steps, resources and actions any of us can take to limit or mitigate the perpetuation of this abhorrent industry.
204: GENOCIDAL INTENT; January 19, 2024 (55:54)
We talk about the ICJ case against Israel, the attacks on Yemen and the Iowa Caucus. RIP: Gonzalo Lira
203: LIFE ON THE SANDBAR; January 11, 2024 (1:00:44)
We talk about the legacy of January 6, ballot exclusion and mutual defense of the Philippines.
202: SPERM COMPETITION; January 5, 2024 (59:36)
Talk of social and political structures, interspersed with some primatology.
201: AND YOU AIN’T IN IT; December 30, 2023 (51:21)
For the final episode of 2023, we discuss Santos, Menendez, Trump and Biden and the increasingly obvious: Government is a private club…
200: A CHRISTMAS EVE CONVERSATION; December 26, 2023 (3:35:44)
Alternative title for the 200th episode spectacular: “Alcohol Is the Devil”. With special guests GI Greg and Bad News Brandon, we discuss a range of topics from censorship to the appeal of socialism to youngsters and then degrade into… something.
199: CHOCOLATE AND CHEESE; December 20, 2023 (30:11)
A short trip review followed by an assault on free speech…. Or an assault on an assault on free speech.
198: WHAT YEAR IS IT?; November 30, 2023 (1:04:14)
We begin with some self-congratulation and end with some book review.
197: LOST IN THE MAIZE; November 22, 2023 (49:54)
War updates, a South American election and an imminent holiday.
196: ASSERTING SOVEREIGNTY; November 10, 2023 (58:20)
We talk about the deterioration of the healthcare field, lack of personal responsibility, foreign policy issues and the Republican debate.
195: ELEVATOR PITCHING; November 2, 2023 (1:05:17)
Why would you want to be a libertarian? Why would you vote libertarian, if you’re not a libertarian?
194: C**SORED; October 26, 2023 (49:36)
SCotUS will hear government censorship case. Net Neutrality is coming back. Some Congressmen try to get Assange released. There’s a new Speaker, so government can get back to its rotten business, and stuff is still happening in the Middle East.
193: HUGE PACKAGE; October 19, 2023 (56:03)
More speakers denied, monies promised and bombs dropped.
192: NO WAY OUT; October 12, 2023 (1:08:33)
We talk about Israel and Palestine: history, culture and current conflict.
191: BIRDS AREN’T REAL; October 6, 2023 (1:12:55)
First birds: They’re too smart. Then McCarthy, Haiti, RFKJ and Newsom. We finish with some weird trans fight.
190: HEATHEN HOARD; September 29, 2023 (58:35)
Student loan repayments restart next month. Assange may finally be freed. Immigration is still creating problems, and Canadians need a history lesson.
189: LAZY FAIR; September 22, 2023 (1:03:19)
Sanctions, trades and diplomacy through all means are discussed on today’s episode.
188: AS YOUR ATTORNEY; September 14, 2023 (1:03:45)
Real and fake science, the nature of rights, oaths and compacts and probably some other stuff, too, all discussed by your hosts.
187: TORCHING FREEDOM; September 8, 2023 (1:05:17)
We start with the emergency response in Hawai’i, before shifting to the new health hysteria. We close on some soft power flexes by the US overseas.
186: TURKEY SHOOT; August 31, 2023 (1:02:36)
Prigozhin down, BRICS expands and the GOP candidate field shrinks.
185: JIGGAS FOR THE RIGGAS; August 24, 2023 (50:42)
We switch gears and discuss the Biden legal issues, and we finish on the myth of the gender wage gap.
184: NO QUARTER; August 19, 2023 (1:02:46)
We start with the 3rd and 4th Amendments and shift to Trump’s legal troubles. We close with good and bad diplomacy with Iran.
BONUS: MIKE TER MAAT INTERVIEW; August 11, 2023 (57:35)
A rare guest this week on The Liberty Mic. We share an informative interview with a potential LP PotUS nominee, Mike ter Maat. The bulk of the discussion centers around law enforcement and foreign policy, but there is plenty here for everyone.
183: JOURNEY EAST; August 3, 2023 (56:48)
We discuss the Second Amendment and then some foreign policy news, closing on a frightening domestic policy proposal.
182: BACK TO BASICS; July 27, 2023 (1:02:06)
Back from a break and back to our roots with an episode discussing the First Amendment, the nature of rights and the drawbacks of democracy.
181: FUSTERCLUCK; July 13, 2023 (1:00:36)
We spend the episode revisiting old stuff in its new context.
180: COURT INTRIGUE; July 6, 2023 (1:01:20)
A little liberty celebration as we review and opine on the recent Supreme Court opinions.
179: RANDOM VIOLENCE; June 29, 2023 (1:02:14)
We cover several foreign policy developments and then speculate wildly on the roots of violence in our culture.
178: TM CIRCLE; June 22, 2023 (1:06:48)
Rest in peace Daniel Ellsberg. We talk about the Doomsday Machine, legal troubles, espionage and a doggy chew toy.
177: TANGLED UP; June 8, 2023 (58:14)
Dirty spending secrets, more strife in sandy sites and the worst Secretary of State in nearly a century are our topics for tonight.
176: SUNSETS; June 2, 2023 (52:47)
China, the West, rise and fall of empires and humanity. We’re on expansive topics for this one.
175: FINGER ON THE BUTTON; May 28, 2023 (1:00:27)
We catch up on foreign policy news, since we haven’t addressed it in awhile.
174: IMMIGRATION STATUS; May 18, 2023 (58:17)
We seek a solution to the immigration problem, mostly just exposing additional problems (including The Iceball Effect). To end, we switch to some foreign policy news, with a brief interlude about giant US debt.
173: THE ICEBALL EFFECT; May 11, 2023 (1:09:20)
A schizophrenic episode with discussions on social media, RFKJ and immigration. And, of course, the explanation of ‘The Iceball Effect.’
172: MAYONNAISE AND TRANSMISSION; May 5, 2023 (1:06:30)
Frightening agendas, well-meaning fools and innocent victims.
171: LIBERTY IS THE FOCUS; April 27, 2023 (1:04:37)
Media on the media and media in the media and media about media. Then, a story you may not have heard.
170: PLUGGING LEAKS; April 21, 2023 (1:07:28)
What role does the media serve in the United States? Is it the bulwark against government corruption, or is it another investigative agency for the government? We, also, give a brief history of the Maidan coup.
169: HETERO SPIRIT; April 7, 2023 (53:30)
We provide new information from the RESTRICT Act. We also discuss the legality of lies and the prudence of economic warfare. We end with gay beer.
168: LITTLE BIRDIE TOLD ME; April 1, 2023 (1:02:33)
Battling the elements to recap the Alabama Libertarian Convention and discuss the special interests at the heart of the TikTok bill and the AI development moratorium. We, also, discuss the state of the justice system and where it may go.
167: CASINO FEDERALE; March 23, 2023 (1:02:33)
We’re still here, and we’ve been saving up topics. A couple of big ones are represented, like China and an imminent banking collapse; but we talk about several other things, too. Chances are, if you’re interested, we mentioned it.
166: IT’LL BE FINE; March 2, 2023 (57:34)
Can you trust your government… about anything? We tell war stories, and it’s a train wreck.
165: IT OFTEN RHYMES; February 27, 2023 (37:12)
This one’s a solo from Michael. Starting with New Start and a quick overview of the nuclear treaties, there’s a transition to a brief history of the lies and misperceptions of the Vietnam war arising from the US government and their stenographers in the mainstream media comprising the balance of the episode.
164: STATE OF CONFUSION; February 17, 2023 (1:00:04)
Bubbles: Rising to the surface; Bursting Biden’s; $400k a pop.
163: WE CAN DO BETTER; February 3, 2023 (56:35)
More on Minsk, then bomb-balloons disrupting talks and body cam footage to close.
162: ERSATZ INTELLECTUALS; January 26, 2023 (1:05:19)
We dissect the big brains talking about the mysterious virus and (apparently) only treatment and the big brains planning Ukraine’s war.
161: SWINGING WILD; January 19, 2023 (1:02:04)
Pistol-brace ban, Biden documents and Ukraine.
160: DON’T FEED THE ANIMALS; January 12, 2023 (1:05:28)
Fauci’s appearance on CBS and young athlete deaths warm up the podcast tonight. We close with the libertarian argument for UBI – then, spend a little time tearing it down.
159: SHAMELESS SPONSORSHIP; January 6, 2023 (57:44)
Talk of early consumer protection laws gives way to the chaos in the House and future congressional liars. We point out the real dangerous misinformation and close with the MIC’s sponsorship of a recent party at the Ukrainian embassy in DC.
158: MOSTLY PEACEFUL EXPLOSIONS; December 30, 2022 (45:30)
Yemen, Ukraine and massive government spending (mostly for the military)….
157: RISE OF THE MACHINES; December 15, 2022 (1:01:21)
We re-assess our opinions on the Griner trade. We address machines taking jobs away. We react to the Twitter File revelations, and we end with part 1 of Hell in Haiti.
156: RAILROADED; December 8, 2022 (54:04)
We start with US-Russia negotiations and Ukrainian attacks in Russia. We transition into unions, contracts and individual rights. We finish with a discussion of where the Libertarian Party may be going and prospects for a free future.
155: CRYPTIC CATASTROPHE; November 25, 2022 (46:14)
FTX, NPR, MBS and NATO.
154: DOLTS, DUNCES, DULLARDS AND DUMBBELLS; November 11, 2022 (58:46)
Yay! More election reviews!
153: ACCIDENTAL TRUTH; November 3, 2022 (54:00)
We’re back to criticizing the media we usually criticize this week, particularly the critics. We review years of lies and coercion before the midterm elections and discuss amnesty for immorality.
152: LACKS CREATIVITY; October 27, 2022 (1:02:29)
Now for something a little different, as we spend an hour critiquing modern media, but not the media we usually critique.
151: COULD BE DISASTER; October 14, 2022 (51:14)
This is our open mic podcast with no notes or plan. We talk about AOC, Biden, Ukraine, socialism and the market.
150: PROBABLE CAUSE; October 7, 2022 (54:38)
Despite suffering a vicious moth attack, your hosts are still able to discern it’s not left or right but the size of the boot that matters.
149: HITTIN’ THE PIPE; September 29, 2022 (1:07:42)
If it’s immoral to use the force of government to impose your position on others, can the position you wish to impose be moral? Not in my backyard! Also, drugs, pipes and pushers…
148: TAXATION IS THEFT; September 24, 2022 (1:06:23)
Have we ever explained why taxation is theft? We don’t think so, so here it is concisely… well, maybe not concise. Actually, it would have to be, because here’s the moral philosophy of libertarianism in a single podcast. Also, we update the Russia-Ukraine situation.
147: NEVER FORGET; September 16, 2022 (1:00:26)
Your hosts discuss the legacies of 9/11 and provide an update on the goings-on in Ukraine.
146: UNEXPECTED PROPHETS; September 9, 2022 (1:01:19)
We discuss extremism in the US, the dangers of democracy and fear of capitalism and government.
145: FORGIVE AND FORGET; September 2, 2022 (1:05:39)
We’re revising our college plans, live, on air; and we reassess some of our previous contracts.
144: PROVE A VILLAIN; August 25, 2022 (53:50)
A lot of topics in this episode: We start with a continuation of last week’s discussion of people’s market misunderstandings and transition into the Student Loan issues. We spend little time on a couple of political figures soon to be retired, before asking unasked questions about the pox. We finish with energy.
143: SERVING FAVORS; August 18, 2022 (1:05:17)
Are politicians evil or just stupid? We talk about Cheney, Trump, previous Presidents and others. Then, we shift gears to explore why some people feel entitled to other people’s property and why a free market is the answer, rather than the problem.
142: GAY FROGS IN A POT; August 11, 2022 (57:25)
The feds are turning up the heat on Donald Trump, Alex Jones and sending a smoke signal to all critics and contrarians.
141: MADE IN THE USA; August 4, 2022 (1:00:09)
Self-contradictory acts of congress, thermonuclear chicken and disgraceful drone bombing are the topics of the week.
140: CHECKS, LIES AND VIDEOTAPE; July 28, 2022 (1:01:12)
More is revealed by Drs. Birx and Fauci. Nadler has a transparent moment. All of this is insulting to the average American, but there may be blue skies ahead.
139: SUPPLY DEMANDS; July 22, 2022 (53:37)
We’re now, officially, two old men ranting; and in this episode we rant about self-ownership, food crises, energy crises and other crises.
138: EMPIRE’S FOLLY; July 14, 2022 (57:37)
A little gun control and immigration to start, but we quickly move to a future history fantasy. We spend the balance discussing the end of the American Century proclaimed by Harper’s and the beginning of it called for by Life.
137: CELEBRATING SECESSION; July 8, 2022 (49:28)
This year’s Fourth of July special celebrates the colonies’ secession from the British Empire and wonders aloud if similar circumstances prevail today. As we live under the largest government in world history, is the curtailing of the legislative authority of government agencies another reason to celebrate?
136: 1833STOPWAR; July 1, 2022 (1:09:13)
End US support for the War in Yemen. Also, we discuss recent Supreme Court opinions and the January 6 abortion.
135: DISASTER PLANNING; June 23, 2022 (56:10)
Pandemic treaties, price fixing and the Defense Production Act… Also, we’re a step closer to dispensing with the illusion of press freedom.
134: NO WHITE FLAGS; June 13, 2022 (1:07:03)
We finally get around to taking on the gun lobby. Michael delivers his review of the Libertarian Party Convention; and we have our final word on abortion, closing on what typifies libertarianism.
133: STEADY AIM; May 20, 2022 (57:16)
We cover some tough subjects tonight… but with a lot of hope.
132: HEALTH OF THE STATE; May 14, 2022 (1:09:17)
Inflamed passions on this high-energy podcast. We discuss people, stuff and things.
131: FEEDBACK LOOP; May 6, 2022 (1:04:31)
So many topics, so little time – Supreme Court, Disinformation Governance Board, Russia-Ukraine, education and economics.
130: RINGSIDE SEATES; April 28, 2022 (54:16)
We cover a lot of conflict in this episode: CNN, Musk, Ukraine and Tyson.
129: EVIDENCE TO THE CONTRARY; April 15, 2022 (55:40)
Our kitchen table discussion about why people would make better decisions with less government, how slavery is bad, why you wouldn’t like Liberty Larry when he’s sugar-free and Russian killing machines.
128: WEEKEND ORIENTATION; April 7, 2022 (54:55)
The promised “Slapgate” update… and some other hot topics, as we transition into a more inclusive podcast.
127: SLAPGATE; April 1, 2022 (1:02:05)
As always, we cover only the most important news on The Liberty Mic Podcast.
126: OPPOSITION RESEARCH; March 25, 2022 (54:59)
There’s a lot of big news stories out there, and we cover them both in this episode.
125: OUR FRANKENSTEIN’S MONSTER; March 17, 2022 (1:04:54)
More support for 2A in Alabama, and law enforcement concerns about your Constitutionally-protected freedoms. The we shift to war: What is it good for? Absolutely nothing! We say it, again.
124: ROLLIN’ ON THE (DNIEPER) RIVER; March 11, 2022 (1:09:13)
Opening with a brief review of Biden’s State of the Union, we quickly transition to the US’ economic war on Russia and the real purpose of the Bill of Rights. We close on a discussion of empire and determine that there may be something to that proverb that pride comes before the fall.
123: I DO WHAT I WANT; March 3, 2022 (55:15)
There’s a little bit of Libertarian Party state convention coverage to start. That rolls into the advice Michael gave a candidate, and the balance is spent on understanding.
122: SELF-FULFILLING PROPHECY; February 24, 2022 (53:47)
The Ukraine crisis, more history, insight and commentary. We discuss who stands to benefit, principles of self-government and why the US is supporting the wrong side in both Ukraine and Canada.
121: THE RIGHT SIDE UP; February 17, 2022 (49:50)
If you subscribe to the multiverse theory, you know there are an infinite number of universes out there where the pandemic was managed very differently. We describe one such world.
120: IT’S THE CONTENT; February 12, 2022 (1:02:24)
We have a new assessment on the possibility of Russia invading Ukraine… sort of. We discuss how much the US government cares about you — and people, in general. Most of the episode, though, is devoted to an examination of an exchange between AP Journalist, Matt Lee and Ned Price, spokesliar for the State Department.
119: KEEP ON TRUCKIN’; February 3, 2022 (55:05)
Does the government use its coercive power purely to protect revenue for US corporations? Are they willing to risk your health for the same reason? Is it ironic for the Executive to make appointments based on gender and ethnic background to the body that overturned the Civil Rights Act? Finally, are Canadian truckers the heroes we want or need?
118: NO ONE WINS; January 28, 2022 (53:48)
It turns out that Michael’s dentist doesn’t watch the news, so for him and all those like him, we give a primer on Kazakhstan, Ukraine and Russia, US and NATO involvement. There’s a lot, so this may be Part 1. We shall see.
117: DECLARED END; January 23, 2022 (25:18)
We know it’s been awhile, but this isn’t the declared end of the podcast, rather the pandemic. Michael tells you you’re free to return to normal life on this solo episode.
116: BIGGEST PROBE; January 6, 2022 (56:05)
We have an old narrative, an untold narrative and a shifting narrative to discuss this evening. There’s also some history and a little bit of I-told-you-so.
115: ALWAYS SAFE AND EFFECTIVE; December 30, 2021 (1:02:25)
We cover a potential deterrent to corruption, a report of corruption, a report of not-officially-corruption and then, in a sense, some more corruption.
114: BAD BOYS; December 23, 2021 (1:06:32)
We assess Kirby’s statements about disciplining the people responsible for the Afghan family drone bombing. We, also, talk about patriotism and its relation to the news item of the year. We close with a discussion of holiday traffic stops and an impromptu debate between the hosts. Merry Christmas, everyone!
113: NU-COUP; December 17, 2021 (56:24)
We start with more fantasy sports than you probably want, but we transition to two more big, quiet trials that are finishing. We discuss US rivals and the current saber-rattling; and we finish with Assange, Manning, Kiriakou, Hale and all the other whistleblowers for government crime and corruption prosecuted by the US government, while the criminals go free.
112: BOYCOTT POPPLERS; December 9, 2021 (56:21)
Olympics, Ukraine and the Omicronians…
111: DIME IN THE ROUGH; December 2, 2021 (57:18)
Whiskey to start, and that evolves into a discussion of citizen law enforcement and personal risk assessment. Then, can you impose your risk limitations on others? We close on some economic discussion minted from the CPC’s imposition on Tencent.
110: SPEED TRIALS; November 26, 2021 (54:28)
We discuss the two well-publicized trials which recently concluded and their relations to race in the US. We, also, throw in a little political news and some health stuff to close.
109: THEATER; November 22, 2021 (43:48)
All the world’s a stage, and we continue to play our parts. Perhaps it’s time to start questioning the Director, doubting the playwright or challenging the audience before we exit the stage. Meanwhile, the next stage of authoritarianism has been reached in Europe.
108: INOCULATION CENTER; November 11, 2021 (58:36)
How do you honor veterans as an anti-war libertarian? We have some suggestions, but they don’t involve supporting the Pentagon. There’s an update on drone bombing as well as OSHA rules. Then, we discuss the Pfizer testing fiasco; and we end on some interesting general discussion.
107: REMEMBER THE ALAMO; November 5, 2021 (1:01:34)
A battle has been won in the fight over education. Fights continue over inflation and the global economy. Unrelated: It’s important to learn how to use a firearm safely.
106: EXECUTE ORDERS; October 22, 2021 (56:58)
We continue on the theme of the last episode with government overreach, blatant power grabs and assumption of Constitutional powers that aren’t in the Constitution.
105: STU’S BLUES; October 11, 2021 (28:19)
When is a whistleblower a whistleblower and when is a whistleblower a traitor? Is the Insta hype really about protecting your children, and who really makes the rules here anyway?
104: BLOWIN’ UP; September 24, 2021 (55:16)
Somehow, immigration is an issue, even under a new President. We discuss pros and cons, while thousands huddle under a bridge in southern Texas. We address the drone wars in the context of the US’ final offensive act in Afghanistan; and we close with war powers and the dangers of an independent military.
103: WHICH ‘R’ WORD?; September 17, 2021 (1:04:52)
There’s a mutiny against the Biden mandates, while we discuss legal precedent and Constitutional reality. There’s, also, the rationing of the Regeneron therapy. We finish with a question of what does government really do for you and where the reptile brain comes in.
102: RIGHTS ARE CHEAP; September 10, 2021 (52:20)
One small hobble for an old man, one giant leap towards fascism, as Biden announces plans to control who businesses hire and what requirements they make for employment. Also, the effects of money and emergency in government.
101: OUR PANGLOSSIAN PREDICATE; September 3, 2021 (55:35)
Pregnancy is a disease. War is hell. And coercion is a right to be protected.
100: WAR IS PEACE; August 26, 2021 (58:01)
More on the probable/possible end of the Afghanistan War, disease regimes, lack of compassion and empathy in America and even some tips on how to avoid a ticket. We close with a discussion of today’s suicide bombings in Kabul and why it’s still the right decision to leave.
099: TURNING INWARD; August 19, 2021 (53:50)
Bookended by Scott Horton, Michael and Liberty Larry discuss the Afghanistan withdrawal, domestic terrorism and more.
098: O SAY, CAN’T YOU SEE; August 15, 2021 (29:38)
The Founding Fathers were afraid of democracy and created a constitutional republic. Michael discusses some of the dangers of democracy and making all rights subordinate to the vote.
097: JUST TO CLARIFY; August 10, 2021 (57:51)
We illustrate the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle of libertarianism. You cannot know both our position and our direction. We try to clear up as much as we can.
096: TRUSTED INFORMATION; July 22, 2021 (55:08)
We tell a story, an American horror story, if you will. It’s a good one. You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. You may throw your phone or computer out the window.
095: BLOCK PARTY; July 14, 2021 (52:28)
We discuss the major media obstinance about leaving Afghanistan, a few issues where Biden is saying the right things and a few issues where the government is doing the wrong things.
094: WATER THAT TREE; July 2, 2021 (48:35)
Independence Day and the Declaration. That is all.
093: TAX INSUBORDINATION; June 25, 2021 (53:41)
RIP John McAfee. After that, this is kind of a stream of consciousness podcast, where we talk about taxes, rent, sanctions and more.
092: SECRETS AND SUMMITS; June 19, 2021 (31:37)
The Biden-Putin meeting in Geneva is the big news for the week. It can be generously called successful, at least on the most important issue the two countries face. There’s some background provided on public healthcare administration and the hidden conflict with healthcare professionals. And, finally, Victoria’s Secret enters the culture wars.
091: TIPPING THE SCALES; June 12, 2021 (29:14)
A monologue episode from Michael about the self-interest of politicians and bureaucrats and the push-and-pull for power between social media and governments.
090: COUNTERFEIT GOVERNMENT; June 3, 2021 (49:51)
Fauci’s e-mails say, ‘Those guys at “The Liberty Mic” have been telling the truth of it for over a year.’ (Paraphrasing, of course, according to the Mueller Report.) We connect governments’ support of big pharma with governments’ support of big banking, leading to a discussion of the origins of paper money in the West and the debasement of currency.
089: TRUTH IS OUT THERE; May 27, 2021 (55:40)
From China to the depths of the oceans to interstellar space and right into every human heart – we cover it all in this episode. It’s a question of origins for genetic code to a question of destination (where does your money go after the government takes it from you?).
088: EAT THE SHEEP; May 21, 2021 (1:01:40)
We provide an update on Israel, expose Nikki Haley’s lies to Dave Rubin and some “untruths” from the healthcare leadership in our own country.
087: THE NEW TEMPLE; May 14, 2021 (1:07:18)
We discuss the situation for Palestinians in Israel, including the establishment of the state of Israel and the current violence. There is a brief interlude for a discussion of prices and profit motive with the backdrop of the pipeline issues. Finally, we finish with the New American Temple, High Priest Fauci and the vaccine sacrament.
086: UNDER THE UMBRELLA; May 8, 2021 (49:12)
We start with a fact check of Biden’s SotU, such as it was, and a reminder we’re playing with a big ball of fire in Ukraine. We move on to a discussion of big pharma, government, media and the historical fact that whatever they’re saying to do, you should do the opposite.
085: SEE CHANGE?; April 23, 2021 (56:08)
Our verdict on The Verdict, the divide and conquer strategy of the elite and the lack of education in the public.
084: IMPERIAL AUGURS; April 16, 2021 (58:14)
This episode abounds with profound political prognostications. Well, they may not be profound, but that sounds better than ‘predictable predictions.’ We review the potential for an Afghan withdrawal, war with China and Black Sea aggression. Then, we finish with courts, trials, doctrines and precedents, including some prophecy.
083: A FEW RED FLAGS; April 9, 2021 (58:10)
We start with the weather, just to ease into things. We assess the White House’s ‘actions’ on reducing gun violence. We include what we believe to be the real purpose of these very minor ‘actions.’ We make sure everyone realizes there was an Executive Order published today to reassess the Supreme Court. Then, we close on a decision this week from the European Court of Human Rights which could foreseeably affect your children in the future.
082: PASSPORT PERIL; April 2, 2021 (55:25)
We recorded on April 2nd, because this is no joke! After a brief report of Michael’s fight with his local homeowner’s association and Biden’s first “press conference,” which are of roughly equal import, we settle into passionate argument against the vaccine passport. This is a slippery slope we’re ready to die on.
081: ADULTS IN THE ROOM; March 24, 2021 (47:43)
The now award-winning The Liberty Mic podcast, returns from a fun and successful Alabama LP convention to get back to delivering the message you all want to here. We spend a little time on the advantages of free markets before plunging into the Biden foreign policy bungles, and the clever retorts from our “adversaries.”
080: THE FINAL CONVERSION; March 17, 2021 (54:04)
Is everyone ready to admit the military has significant influence on the lives of average Americans, yet? If not, we’re here all week. Independence Day is approaching and may be its own litmus test for whether it means anything. What may a libertarian in an influential position do? There was no real agenda for this week, so we wandered a bit.
079: MILITARIST MONETARY THEORY; March 10, 2021 (58:57)
We’re for free markets and privatization, but not how the officials use these terms. We explain why. We also ask why we need government to protect us or why anyone but ourselves are responsible for our actions? There’s a brief foray into Covid vaccines, and we finish with wokism vs. individualism. Guess which side we’re on.
078: A CLOUDY FUTURE; February 26, 2021 (52:36)
We start with a little discussion of the stimuli and who they’re really benefitting. Then, we walk a path from Cornel West through Israel-Palestine, to Iraq and Iran and finally back to Biden. We close with a long discussion of the Orwellian future we may be facing, if we don’t start pushing back against our government.
077: RESIST WE MUCH; February 19, 2021 (53:22)
Sorry for the unplanned break, everyone; but we’re back, baby! Two main topics for this episode: The economics of the Gamestop stock saga, crypto currency and the Federal Reserve and Marjorie Taylor Greene, domestic violent extremists and the persecution of the American right and radical left (or anyone outside of the mainstream).
076: DEATH OF THE AMERICAN DREAM; January 27, 2021 (53:20)
Post-partum depression sets in after the birth of this New Era. We discuss the souring of the economy, environmental threats and the pervasive sickness.
075: COME ON, MAN; January 21, 2021 (46:29)
After Biden’s calls for unity to an empty Wall… er, Mall, Biden went to the White House to revoke everything from the previous administration. We review those orders, discuss the broadening of meaning for words, like “terrorist” and “incitement.” We close with an odd story of mariner hate speech.
074: CLEANING UP; January 13, 2021 (57:36)
We finally do our 2020 wrap after discussing the Governator, social media bans and more impeachment. We also offer our thoughts on how the Libertarian Party could draw from the Trump movement.
073: OUTSIDE THE VELVET ROPE; January 8, 2021 (23:12)
Without someone to keep him out of trouble, Michael sets himself up as an enemy of the state in this episode. First, he discusses the Assange extradition. Then, he closes with talks about the capital protests, perhaps not condemning them in the way you might expect.
072: PARDON ME; December 26, 2020 (55:00)
After an unfortunate break, Michael returns with guest co-host G.I. Greg to discuss Biden’s foreign policy team, Trump’s pardons (and lack of) and the prospects of secession for dissatisfied states.
071: NO NEW NORMAL; December 5, 2020 (32:23)
Michael is on his own this time and starts with a couple of comparative examples illustrating the idea that governments’ primary job is to protect themselves. There is discussion of France’s global security bill and compulsory vaccination, as well as what you’re consenting to with a Health Pass. There’s also an anecdote about what the pandemic panic is doing to people.
070: PENTAGON REACH-AROUND; November 17, 2020 (52:37)
More election lunacy, but don’t worry. We move past it pretty quickly, shifting to predictions for the last couple of months of Trump’s Presidency and the beginnings of the Biden administration, focusing on foreign policy prospects. We close with some observations of the continuing Covid craziness.
069: PORTING AUTHORITY; November 5, 2020 (52:34)
The post-election but pre-resolution special with your hosts discussing prospects for armed revolution and the difference between power and authority. But wait! There’s less. Has the meaning of protection from government changed? Why are there social justice libertarians, and who has infiltrated The Intercept?
068: HOWLING AT THE MOON; October 30, 2020 (56:06)
We briefly review the last debate, spending some time on foreign policy, domestic economy and health. We do a rundown of Trump and Biden, and here’s our prediction for election day. HEADLINE: Government Wins Election Again!
067: QUID PRO JOE; October 21, 2020 (1:07:40)
Lots to cover this week: the CCP and the NBA, Social media and intelligence, Biden business, Trump taxes. We also reflect on the Breonna Taylor and Ryan Whitaker cases and finish with some review of the trade war with China and sanctions on the Nord Stream 2 pipeline. It’s an adventure!
066: READY, SIT, FIGHT!; October 12, 2020 (53:00)
The VP debate, the Russiagate hoax (yes, still) and the e-mail debacle. Plus, is the US a sexist, racist country? Inquiring minds want to know.
065: SHOWDOWN AT SAMSON PAVILION; October 4, 2020 (1:02:41)
We review the Jerry Springer-style debate and filter out the signal from the noise. We close on a couple of international stories that allow us to point out some universal truths. In other words, this podcast is a path to enlightenment.
064: WACKY WAVING BRANCH-FLAILING TREEMEN; September 27, 2020 (56:42)
We start with war stories and proceed to address the “Broken Window Fallacy”. We briefly discuss the US Supreme Court’s purpose, limitations and expectations and break or inflate the hearts of all Americans. We finish on a reasonable criticism of local law enforcement.
063: PALLETS OF CASH; September 11, 2020 (1:03:24)
Within these pages you’ll find our review of the RNC speeches, from malarkey memes to the less hawkish performances and propaganda. So take a knee as you salute the flag and enjoy the show.
062: PROFOUNDLY DECENT; September 3, 2020 (1:24:26)
We took a break at the wrong time. We run a little long trying to catch up; but we cover the DNC speeches, a little foreign policy, some shootings and terrible media.
061: OH, BROTHER!; August 20, 2020 (58:45)
Public vs. Private. That’s all there is to say. Well, except what we actually said. Listen and see.
060: EDUCATION IN THE TIME OF COVID; August 13, 2020 (57:54)
Are you prepared to lead your children though duck-and-cover drills at home? Also, the Democrat VP has finally been announced.
059: TIK TOK BOOM; August 7, 2020 (42:32)
We (whatever the opposite of) celebrate a diamond anniversary, discuss the Tik Tok cronyism and a modern siege threat in California.
058: CANDYMAN’S IN TOWN; July 31, 2020 (1:00:32)
Everyone wants their drugs cheaper, right? We discuss whether Trump’s recent Executive Orders will get you what you want. Then we discuss why the stock market casino is the only game in town if you want a return on idle money.
057: THE FEDS ARE COMING!; July 24, 2020 (58:32)
Using the Portland debacle as a jumping off point, we discuss government authority, the tyranny of the uninformed, democratic devotion and the fallacy of white privilege.
056: THE ROSES AREN’T FREE; July 9, 2020 (50:07)
We do our own “lessons learned” assessment of the government response to SARS-CoV-2. SPOILER: We determine that there’s nothing government can do to prevent the spread of any virus. And we outline some of the unforeseen consequences of the lock-downs.
055: OFF THE TOP; July 4, 2020 (42:28)
Fourth of July Special!!! Government thought control, media thought control and probably some other kind of thought control, too. Michael’s on his own for the holiday, starting with an anecdote about self-righteous progressives. Then, he moves to a more serious discussion of the Russian bounty scandal and finishes with a rant about why the government-sponsored student loan racket is not capitalism.
054: IN LIKE FLYNN; June 26, 2020 (52:19)
We finally address the Justice Department dropping the charge against General Michael Flynn, after a clear and concise summary of the topic of last week’s podcast. We finish with some criminal justice criticism based on the Flynn investigation, including why innocent people plead guilty and why you should be able to lie to whomever you want.
053: TASTES LIKE BURNING; June 19, 2020 (58:31)
Tons of valuable information in this episode, including how we’re different and why we’re always right. Also, when did everything become violence except for violence?
052: DEFUND THE DMV!; June 12, 2020 (1:08:25)
We address tyrannical aspects of cancel culture, ask if buildings really do matter and propose defunding the government.
051: GOTTA GET TOGETHER; June 5, 2020 (59:18)
Everyone’s messing up this period of reduced stability, so we offer some friendly suggestions to both sides. We also offer up some steps toward a solution. Then, we upset everyone by challenging the notion that this is about racism. Don’t let the government and media fool you into persisting with this fantasy that we should be fighting each other. It’s us versus them; we gotta get together!
050: LATELY IT OCCURS TO ME; May29, 2020 (1:00:26)
Episode 50! (Which we didn’t realize until after the recording.) Police in the police state. Venezuela and Iran in trouble for dealing with each other (with no one else to deal with but China and Russia). China’s also in trouble. Can’t stop talking about SARS-CoV-2, because it’s everywhere. *Scary, “ooh.”* But new CDC data reduces mortality. And Trump finally tweeted something someone didn’t like.
049: WE’RE BACK, BABY!; May 27, 2020 (40:30)
The gang’s all here, finally, as we review the Libertarian Party Presidential candidate, Dr. Jo Jorgensen; and we discuss what kind of candidate’s message will resonate with voters. We also talk about a few other things.
048: PEER REVIEWED FOR ACCURACY; May 10, 2020 (31:26)
Back to the beginning with happenings in Venezuela, giving a short reprieve before spending most of the episode on coronavirus tangents: intervention, treatments, economics and perspective. Happy Mother’s Day, everyone!
047: SMARTER THAN SARAN WRAP; April 25, 2020 (27:32)
After starting with a completely inane anecdote, Michael dives into the numbers — all kinds of numbers: unemployment, mortality and virus studies. Then, he addresses his concerns over where some authorities believe rights originate, and he gives the right answer.
046: PRICED TO MOVE; April 12, 2020 (29:29)
Another solo episode as nature’s taking over. People are being arrested for being out alone. The First Amendment’s being completely ignored, and it’s the first one! Mostly, though, economic talk: Prices aren’t arbitrary; where do they come from?
045: CORON-AGAIN; April 1, 2020 (26:12)
Another solo episode from Michael where he talks about how the media and government have built up a level of distrust over decades of sensationalizing or outright lying. He attacks the nationwide imprisonment of people in their homes and draws parallels to another occupation where you weren’t allowed to leave your residence. He discusses free market alternatives to the government-enforced shutdown of business, and finally ends with the inconsistent reactions toward North Korea and Iran in the wake of the coronavirus.
044: CORONA LONA; March 21, 2020 (21:40)
Michael is flying solo on this episode but, while self-quarantined, still trying to fight the virus fears. He maintains that, rather than the virus, government overreach and economic fallout are the real dangers. Michael explains why the stimulus of industry bailouts, personal tax refunds and credit expansion should be replaced by cutting regulation, business taxes and tariffs.
043: WE’RE RT TONIGHT; March 11, 2020 (1:03:07)
Russia, Russia, Russia to start. Then we move to the coronavirus scare and try to scare you about something else. We end with why Modern Monetary Theory is stupid and explain how an economy really works.
BONUS: MICHAEL MAHARREY INTERVIEW; March 5, 2020 (39:52)
We interviewed Michael Maharrey of the Tenth Amendment Center at the Libertarian Party of Alabama’s convention last weekend. We cover a range of topics from the surveillance state to the role of the LP to the coronavirus and more. Enjoy!
042: INSIDE CAVE BASEBALL; March 3, 2020 (43:49)
After a hiatus due to the plague (I’m feeling much better, thanks), we return with the “Road Special.” We discuss the various Libertarian candidates for President, the value of radicals to the liberty movement and some current events. (Apologies for the sound quality.)
041: DROPPING TROUSERS (VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL); February 13, 2020 (58:20)
Barr and Bloomberg and crazy things non-libertarians say. Have you ever wondered why socialism doesn’t work? We’ve got the answer, right here. Well, we’re just telling you what the Austrian economists said decades ago, but it’s worth repeating. Of course, we weren’t in that room with Bloomberg at Oxford; so we lack a nuanced understanding….
040: HOW TO SWALLOW THE CAUCUS; February 7, 2020 (1:04:50)
We finally enter the political arena and review the notable candidates and their policies.
039: F_ THE EU AND RUSSIA TOO; January 30, 2020 (1:04:12)
Michael’s lack of interest in impeachment leads to a discussion of US involvement in Ukraine since the dissolution of the Soviet Union. We cover Nuland’s machinations in 2014 and the Orange Revolution a decade prior. Also, why might Russia feel threatened? We close on a discussion of the recently unveiled “Deal of the Century,” a title the Israelis may agree with and the why the Palestinians believe they left the “Deal of the Century” in another folder.
038: GUILLOTINE THE WAGE SLAVERS; January 23, 2020 (1:05:09)
Let’s review: Impeachment is still happening. Virginia happened. California contractors are becoming employees or unemployed. We answer at least eight false or misleading statements in Trump’s Iran speech. Then, we answer several more of Netanyahu’s false or misleading statements on the same subject. Finally, we offer tips on how to shut down a socialist.
037: NOW WITH MUSIC; January 17, 2020 (47:24)
It’s a potpourri podcast starting with a domestic disturbance in Virginia and moving abruptly to the OPCW scandal, which we’re betting you’ve heard very little about. We hit on the esoteric topic of how the lines in the sand became war-worthy and move to the single biggest and pointless topic: the Trump impeachment. Finally, we discuss who qualifies as a terrorist and why the US government should be careful about their definitions, and we finish on the French pension protests. And a big thanks to our longtime friend who provided the music but wished to remain anonymous.
036: THE SKY ISN’T FALLING, YET; January 9, 2020 (43:02)
More talk about Iran and the prospects for a proxy war and more. Beware the excuses for domestic tyranny. It turns out that at least one time a good guy with a gun stopped a bad guy with a gun. Someone alert the media!
035: DIFFERENT BUT SAME; January 2, 2020 (36:16)
We open with a brief criticism of the US punitive, rather than justice, system. We recap our top stories of 2019, and we finish with a new escalation in Iraq.
034: CRAZY THINGS LIBERTARIANS SAY, II; December 31, 2019 (59:13)
We’re back for more crazy conundrums of libertarian thought, including some disagreement between your hosts, on topics ranging from substance restrictions, substance requirements and a specific kind of protectionism.
033: FISA BUNK INSPECTORS; December 19, 2019 (1:04:31)
We add our pennies to the review of the “significant errors” in the FBI’s FISA applications, make wild accusations about Comey’s motivations, indict multiple Presidents and make predictions about future impeachments. Then, we turn to predicting the beginnings of the next civil war as the people of Virginia and their government duel over who gets to bear arms. There was going to be other stuff, but we didn’t get there.
032: SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT; December 13, 2019 (52:15)
Something that more people should be talking about, something that people are talking about (but they’re talking about the wrong thing) and something that people aren’t talking about enough. Oh, and there’s a new NDAA.
031: DON’T GET LOST; December 5, 2019 (1:02:42)
With the COP 25 going on in Madrid, we couldn’t resist spending some time on climate change. The NATO conference in London was our obvious next stop. Then we got lost between the US-Mexican border and the Middle East, and we finally found our way back to DC and the impeachment fiasco. In summary, we took the scenic route from climate catastrophe to impeachment catastrophe.
030: NAKED RESISTANCE; November 28, 2019 (55:58)
The Patriot Act was extended on the back of a bill that increases government spending… again. Gotta keep that impeachment going. A new paradigm for political discussion is proffered. We address protests about public nudity and government invasions of your home before finishing on protests about government and US invasions of your country.
029: BRIEF HISTORY OF FARCE; November 21, 2019 (1:09:53)
Is it satire if it’s absolutely true? We cover a brief series of events involving a miscarriage of justice – always in favor of The State. Tune in to see how your government has lied to you about their criminal acts for decades and then prosecuted the people who exposed their criminality.
028: THE ROAD NOT TAKEN; November 14, 2019 (50:49)
Another South American coup: Can Evo Morales find the road back to La Paz? Then, we talk about all the things (well, some of the things) you need government for and why you don’t need government for them.
027: RING, RING, DEEP STATE CALLING; November 7, 2019 (54:50)
We briefly (finally) address the not-an-impeachment, leading to discussions of political elites, deep state operatives and the trustworthiness of the CIA. Corruption provides a pathway to a new law enforcement tool and an alternative to state protection services.
026: MOMMY, CAN I BE A PIRATE?; October 28, 2019 (54:55)
We’re riding the third rail in this episode. We discuss trannies, race, Catholic priests and promote capitalism. (Use a booming, hollow voice for that last one.)
025: FOR A NEW SECESSION; October 19, 2019 (1:02:51)
House Democrats want to be able to prevent the end of war while abdicating their responsibility to declare it. Kurds are being devastated by gunfire in Kentucky. New US instigated coup in Iraq? Catalonia and Britain are on the brink of secession… maybe. We discuss the tired talking points trumpeted at the Democrat debate and why all government leaders are terrible people.
024: CROSS-BORDER OFFENSIVE; October 13, 2019 (55:45)
EU wanna-be Turkey launches a not-an-invasion into Northern Syria as Trump abandons one-time ally Kurds. The US was helping the Kurds fight off their ISIS enemies in Syria. Of course, the US created ISIS to overthrow the Assad regime… the same regime the Kurds will now have to negotiate with to ensure their own survival. Also, our opinions on the NBA – China kerfuffle. We finish with some random thoughts on libertarianism, charity and anarchy.
023: NEGATIVE INTEREST IN IMPEACHMENT; October 1, 2019 (1:01:05)
We start with exciting economics discussion of the Fed, interest rates, inflation and currency; and if that doesn’t sound fun to you, well…. After a brief interlude discussing the DC District Court case that cast aside due process, we finish with impeachment controversy.
022: BROWNFACE?; September 21, 2019 (59:30)
We give a quick background on the US’ new neo-con National Security Advisor and the likely continuation of the brinksman policy with Iran. Will US troops become Saudi Arabia’s mercenary force? We’ve gotta use ’em for something. We address Canadian PM Pretty-Boy’s scandal, and we end with a discussion of comedy in a woke world.
021: TASTES LIKE PURPLE; September 15, 2019 (43:40)
We run down a few of the standard international crises, to start things off light. Then we address a domestic crisis, which (I’m told) is making everyone libertarian. Beware the dangers of regulation to competition and free markets!
020: CRAZY THINGS LIBERTARIANS SAY, I; September 6, 2019 (57:33)
We’ve got quite a list and didn’t get very far into it; so there will be more of these. We address price controls, immigration and drugs.
019: SPOONFUL OF SUGAR; August 29, 2019 (54:27)
An Oklahoma court case ends with a big penalty. We examine the longer-term implications of the decision on our freedoms.
018: NO SAFE HAVEN; August 22, 2019 (1:01:55)
Reps. Tlaib and Omar planned to visit Palestine and rabble-rouse, but Israel said, “No!” Then, Israel said Rep. Tlaib could visit her aging grandmother in the West Bank, and she said, “No!” What part did Trump play in this drama? How much influence does Israel wield in US government? Also, we may actually end a war. Yay! Included is a Top 9 count-up shattering the Safe Haven Myth in Afghanistan.
017: IT’S NOT A VIDEO GAME; August 13, 2019 (55:58)
After an involuntary break, we return with a brief background and discussion of the riots in Hong Kong; though we cannot help but address the recent shooting incidents here in the good ol’ US of A. This begins an extended criticism of President Trump’s response and potential consequences, when qualified immunity already provides a nearly impenetrable shield for abuse by local law enforcement. Then, we move to the worst thing Trump’s done since he took office.
016: BROKEN BARGAINS, ABOLITION AND BINDING BENEFICENCE; July 31, 2019 (1:04:25)
Why Iran will never be a nuclear power and the (hopefully) upcoming agreement, but no one will trust the US. Maybe the ships will be let go. How the American Revolution ended slavery. Some stuff you may not know about whose getting paid off by the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund. Finally, should you be jailed for intending to join a jihadi group or are you just an idiot?
LIBERTY MIC CLASSIC: RIGHTS; July, 2018 (27:40)
This one is from the “Before-We-Were-Famous” archive. Most of you will not have heard this before, since this was recorded a little over a year ago, when we were still getting a handle on things. I warn you, I was not the genius audio engineer I have become, though I tried to clean it up. But here it is, Rights, in the raw, “what they are and what they are not.” Enjoy!
015: WHAT’S THE COST TO VIRTUE SIGNAL?; July 3, 2019 (1:01:55)
Will a wealth tax on the richest families in America make us richer, healthier, stronger and simultaneously solve the climate crisis? We’re dubious. Quick hits on the Democrat debates. Rest in peace Justin Raimondo.
014: LIES, LIES AND TWICE IN PERIL; June 24, 2019 (56:26)
Press briefings, boat bombings and absurd allegations; a little history lesson; separate sovereignty, double jeopardy and loss of liberty (along with another little history lesson).
013: TO PROTECT AND SERVE; June 14, 2019 (1:07:05)
Unless… We discuss the Coward of Broward and the prospects of his prosecution, a New York man’s arrest after shooting two burglars in his home and relevant cases about how the police have no duty to protect you at all. It turns out, even if you carry a cop, they don’t have to help you. We end on the ongoing myth of the gender wage gap and some alternative explanations as to why women earn less. In the case of FIFA, it’s because they earn less.
012: YELLOW CAKE!; June 5, 2019 (1:02:35)
We discuss conveniently-timed release of a report on Syrian war crimes, Assange’s alleged Espionage and some problems with the Act. Then, we shift to US media deference to government narratives and, somehow, pivot to EU election results and comedic spat between Macron and Merkel. We close on climate change, China and tariffs.
011: GET A CROWBAR INSTEAD; May 27, 2019 (36:07)
Memorial Day… As we move toward the demise of the Second Amendment, we discuss the reason for it from the perspectives of our Founding Fathers and the libertarian view of natural rights, important legislation and court cases. We finish on our absolutist views of the right to bear arms. Then with a few minutes to spare, we discuss corporate involvement in the crafting of legislation and why it shouldn’t be a question at all.
010: RIDING CURTAILS; May 16, 2019 (48:03)
The Venezuelan Embassy is under siege. Is war with Iran inevitable? Tariffs are always bad! (Unless you want to pay more to let government waste more of your money.) Finally, the most emotionally-charged and divisive topic we’ve tackled to date. You’ll have to listen to find out. 😉
009: STAY IN YOUR HEMISPHERE; May 9, 2019 (46:03)
Lots of foreign policy stuff, as the US threatens war all over the world. Pompeo lies about Venezuela — the more you know. Intermission on Gaza. Bolton lies about Iran. Knowing is half the battle.
008: THIS ISN’T OVER; May 1, 2019 (38:49)
The next a-hole entering the Presidential race. Government poisons its citizens… wittingly. More coup-coup talk — sink or swim moment for the opposition in Venezuela. Are Bolton and Pompeo actually the same person? We end on a plethora of pertinent misconceptions.
007: NOBODY HAS A PROBLEM WITH THIS?; April 18, 2019 (43:29)
Journalism is a state of mind. He/She said. What happens in Baghdad stays in Baghdad? Should you be in trouble for revealing the identity of a criminal? That’s why press freedom exists! Finally, a laundry list of Trump mistakes in the last week.
006: LIKE BEING GOVERNED BY FIFA; April 10, 2019 (26:04)
Welcome to divided government. The UK government was not happy with the unexpected results of the Brexit referendum, and they don’t know what they want to do next. Will they come to some compromise or continue to delay until they get the referendum results they wanted? And Roger Daltrey makes it clear he does not want to be ruled by the f***in’ mafia.
005: GIVING OUT LEAFLETS ON THE STREET; April 3, 2019 (44:26)
First Amendment! Mostly freedom of speech, but there’s so much more. Liberty Larry fails to keep me on track; so war lies. Underground printing press and the right to protest. And All-Licensing-Is-Unconstitutional!
BONUS: SCOTT HORTON INTERVIEW; March 23, 2019 (42:03)
At the LPA Convention this past weekend, we had the great pleasure of interviewing foreign policy expert, Scott Horton. He can be found at: scotthorton.org for the interview archive, antiwar.com for the foreign policy news aggregate, libertarianinstitute.org and buy his book Fool’s Errand: Time to End the War in Afghanistan.
004: WHERE Y’ALL FROM?; March 20, 2019 (48:53)
So much stuff! Always open with a poorly delivered joke. North Korea, Libya, Iran, Syria, and why you can never trust the US government. Venezuela’s still happening; don’t be in the dark. 😉 Headline: Scarcity Truism Restricts Green New Deal. AAAHHMAZING announcements!!!
003: JUST PRINT IT, NO PROBLEM; March 1, 2019 (35:12)
What happens when you need more money for a government project? You just print what you need. What could go wrong? It turns out how we’ll pay for the Green New Deal might be ‘a thing,’ and inflation might be, too. Oh, and The Simpsons.
002: GENERALLY MAKES SENSE, GENERALLY; February 21, 2019 (39:40)
We continue our discussion of the situation in Venezuela. Then, we move to a discussion of identity politics and time preferences, including how long we can wait for marshmallows.
001: COUP-CARACAS; January 31, 2019 (37:56)
Discussing trouble in Venezuela, possibility of US military intervention and rights of Venezuelans to self-determination with a sideline about Guaido’s background and whether he’s a spook.
000: WELCOME TO THE LIBERTY MIC; January 21, 2019 (42:45)
Just a little introduction, discussing our three principles — Personal Liberty, Free Enterprise and Self-Government — coupled with some discussion about the ongoing government shutdown and how it hasn’t affected our lives at all.