Punching Left!
34 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 5 years ago - ★★★★ - 6 ratingsA polemical view of the left in all of its forms.
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Punching Left! counts down to show end.
March 20, 2019 01:30 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBDavid and Clifton discuss civic nationalism and multiculturalism. Also, The Punching Left! crew is counting down to the end of the show and the transition to a more pure philosophy show. Join us on one of our final epiusodes of Punching Left!
S2E7: Punching Left! is back and there are a few changes ahead.
February 23, 2019 04:30 - 2 hours - 110 MBJoin David and Clifton as they discuss a broad range of topics as well as future guests. Our topics will include the recent FIASCO over propertarianism, recent personal developments and possible changes to our casting platform. As always we will be bringing you the most interesting topics regarding the Libertarian right and our in-depth analysis of those events. So grab some popcorn, chips, or whatever. Put in your earbuds and sit back. Punching Left! is back and we are putting ourselves o...
S2E6: Was Martin Luther King a hero?
January 22, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBOver the years Martin Luther Kings legacy has been inflated to epic proportions. In fact, there are many things about Martin Luther King that most people do not know and if they did might not consider him a great man at all. We will Discuss MLK otherwise known as Martin Luther King and other topics as we move through this episode of Punching Left! Do people in the Alt Right hate Dr. King?
The Alt Right's inheritance from Critical Theory and the Frankfurt School
October 13, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBIn this Episode, David and Clifton spend some time discussing the History of the Alt-Right and its genetic inheritance. As a part of the discussion an examination of the thinkers who brought it into existence. We think this will be an interesting discussion as the two hosts have a full-on debate about this topic and anything else that comes to their mind. As always, the conversation is free to go wherever. Join the Punching Left! Crew as they explore this and other topics. Don't forget th...
S2 EP04: The lefts unprovable claims of oppression, alienation and exploitation!
September 25, 2018 01:30 - 2 hours - 110 MBThe Punching Left! Crew welcomes the return of guest host Elliott Wilson as we examine the unjustifiable claims of oppression, alienation, and exploitation. In particular, the #METOO movement, Brett Kavanaugh, conservative politics, and critical theory. This week should be a lot of fun as the crew turns loose and let the conversation have a life of its own. Join Clifton, David, and Elliott for another episode of Punching Left! Check us out also on Itunes, stitcher, Tunein radio, mytune radi...
The Meta-Right rises! with Kashif Vikaas.
September 14, 2018 01:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBPunching Left! is extremely excited to be joined by Meta-Right godfather Kashif Vikaas for an important and educational show. Clifton and David will have a chance to discuss Kashif Vikaas' experiences with the Academic speech and thought police and his formulation of the Meta-Right which has been referred to as the "Alt" Alt-Right by some. With its Nietszchian aesthetic and Dark Enlightenment flavor the Meta Right explores ancient, medieval, modern and even some futuristic postmodern theme...
Season 2 Episode 2: The Red Pill on Centrism and Jordan Peterson.
September 10, 2018 01:00 - 2 hours - 109 MBIn S02:02 The Punching Left! crew will take a look at Jordon Peterson and those like him who have been tagged by the left as the "Alt-Right." and by those in Alt Right as "Alt-Lite." Clifton and David have a theory that Peterson is actually a center-left person and that is the real issue. This will lead the two Punching Left! hosts on a twisting road in which they will unveil an oft-ignored but essential red pill. That Centrism is the real enemy in the West and not Leftism. Join us as we...
Attack of the pedophiles!
August 27, 2018 01:30 - 2 hours - 110 MBSex scandals everywhere! Hollywood, and the Catholic church to name a few. Sexual assault, rape, and pedophilia is rampant. To make matters worse the academic left has seen fit to try and normalize pedophilia by portraying it as an illness or as a normal sexual persuasion. They have begun to use the "I was born this way" argument. Join David and Clifton as we explore these issues in our first episode back from the summer hiatus. Always irreverent, the Punching Left! crew delves into this ...
White, Right, and Libertarian with CCR!
July 10, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBThe Punching Left! crew returns for a special summer episode with Christopher Chase Rachels. We will be discussing Chase's recent book, "White, Right, and Libertarian," and his views on libertarians and the Alt-Right. Chase has made a very good case for an Alt-Right and Austrian economics fusion. We are very excited to have Chase on the show, and its been a long time coming. We hope you will join us for what will assuredly be a fantastic episode of Punching Left!
Tommy Robinson and Islam in the UK
June 19, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 90.5 MBDavid and Clifton discuss Tommy Robinson and the Islam problem in the United Kingdom
The world after Nietszche.
June 04, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBOn this episode of Punching Left! Clifton and David welcome Dr. Stephen Hicks. Dr. Hicks is a scholar on the subject of Nietzsche and his influence on the National Socialists. He has authored a book "Explaining Postmodernism," and is the author of the famous lecture, "Nietzsche and the Nazis." Dr. Hicks is also responsible for many other works. The Punching Left! crew are honored to have such a distinguished guest on the show! We hope you will join us for what we believe will be another g...
An afternoon with Dr. David Gordon.
May 27, 2018 22:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBThis week Clifton and David are joined by Dr. David Gordon. Dr. Gordon is a distinguished philosopher and intellectual historian. He has authored many papers and books. He is also recognized as an authority on Murray Rothbard and his work. Dr. Gordon's interpretation of Rothbard and Mises works are considered authoritative. Dr. Gordon also brings expert knowledge of Austrian School economics to the table. The Punching Left! crew are humbled and honored to welcome Dr. Gordon on for what we...
Lets talk about guns baby!
May 22, 2018 22:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBThis episode on Punching Left!, David and Clifton are joined by Danny a competition shooter and fire arms afficiando. Danny has years of experience, and some very solid opinions around the topic of firearms an their proper usage. We will also discuss the media's insistence on making every shooting incident a topic for gun control and limiting the second amendment. This episode the audience will be subjected to some very strong opinions (because none of the Punching Left! crew have strong op...
What is a Rothbardian Covenant Community?
May 18, 2018 22:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBCliton and David take an hour to discuss the concept of the Rothbardian Covenant Community. This provides a way for people to live in societies which most closely match their preferences. Murray N. Rothbard initiated the idea of creating these communities and Hans Herman Hoppe has elaborated and fleshed out the overriding ideas in which such community might exist and thrive in a Libertarian world. However, many have labeled the Covenant Community as racist and possibly sexist. This could n...
The Kids are Alt Right!
May 15, 2018 23:30 - 2 hours - 109 MBThis week David, Clifton, and guest host Elliott discuss the Alt Right. In particular, is Punching Left! an Alt Right show? What does it mean to be Alt Right and is being Alt Right white supremacist? What are the goals of the Punching Left! crew and have we achieved any sort of success? This episode coincides with Punching Left's inclusion by FM.Player in their Top 50 Alt Right podcasts of 2018 and the best Alt Right podcasts of 2015. Join Punching Left! on Episode 21 for a discussion o...
The truth about the Crusades.
May 02, 2018 01:30 - 1 hour - 101 MBJoin David and Clifton as they host Dr. Bill Warner in an episode about The Crusades. We hope to learn a great deal from Dr. Warner. The general discussion will address misconceptions and out right fallacies portrayed in popular media and public school systems who represent interests that wish to downplay the violent and bloody history of Islam in order to promote “multiculturalism and diversity.” We hare very excited to mark the 20th episode of Punching Left! With Dr. Bill Warner!
Argumentation Ethics
April 25, 2018 01:30 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBClifton and David are honored to have Stephan Kinsella on the show to discuss argumentation ethics and talk about his concept, "estoppel." We will get Stephan's full take on argumentation ethics and how it relates to libertarian arguments and principles such as the NAP. Stephan is also the author of the libertarian book, "Against Intellectual Property." Stephan is a fellow at the Mises Institute and a practicing attorney. Join the Punching Left! team for what we believe should be a very edu...
Catholicism and Libertarianism.
April 24, 2018 01:30 - 1 hour - 87.8 MBThis episode David and Clifton will have a discussion on Thomas Aquinas. Aquinas is both indispensable to the Catholic Church and Libertarianism. He is THE theologian-philosopher of Catholicism. He is also a primary source of influence for Murray Rothbard. Aquinas's largest contributions would be his approximation of Natural Law. There would after all be no western culture or values without the Catholic Church. Join us as we celebrate a great Libertarian Philosopher and Catholic Theologian...
White privilege vs Race Realism
April 18, 2018 01:30 - 1 hour - 105 MBOn tonight’s show, David, Clifton will discuss some very controversial topics. Race realism and white privilege are two of the most controversial topics out there. Both are incendiary but race realism is arguably more so by far. Join us for a very candid discussion about race, and power politics. We will most certainly be discuss8ng White guilt, ethano-states, statistics, conspiracy theories and cultural Marxism.
Syria and South Africa and nuclear weapons oh my!
April 17, 2018 01:30 - 1 hour - 95.2 MBThis episode Elliott Wilson returns with Clifton and David to discuss the problems in Syria, and South Africa. Both Russia and China have made it clear they will support each other against the United States. The United States and its allies in Europe and Israel maintain that Syria has used chemical weapons against rebel-held territory and launched punitive missile strikes. In South Africa, plans are proceeding within the Government which is now controlled by the Marxist element to seize t...
Trump Derangement Syndrome strikes again!
April 09, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 94.6 MBAfter a short break, the Punching Left! Crew returns to weigh in on Trumps latest actions. Trump derangement syndrome is in a frenzy this week as Trump send the National Guard to the southern border, threatens 100 million dollars in tariffs against the Communist Chinese government. In other news, Andrew Anglin of the Daily Stormer disavows Chris Cantwell and Paul Nehlen in what should be considered a questionable judgment call. Especially since Cantwell is the voice of reason on the Alt-Ri...
Common law and western society.
April 01, 2018 17:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBIn this episode, we discuss common law and its application with western society. Clifton and David are joined by Rick Story who holds an advanced degree in law and legal systems. Join the gang as we explore common law and its strengths and weaknesses in an attempt to understand what non legislated law has to contribute to libertarian society and how it might be superior to other forms.
Gender is a social construct: bullshit or not?
March 30, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBOn this episode of Punching Left! Elliott Wilson returns to the studio to discuss transgenderism, gender fluidity, and gender roles with Clifton Knox, David German, Orwell & Goode, and Antony Sammeroff (Scottish Liberty Podcast). The gang will discuss transgenderism and the various oddities which surround it. Get your safe spaces ready, and prepared to be triggered because this promises to be one of the most irreverent episodes yet! Join us Thursday the 29th of March live on Blog Talk Radio ...
Flat Earth: Bullshit or Believable!
March 26, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBThis episode the Punching Left! crew takes a look at the Flat Earth theory and conspiracy. How do everyday people take a step backward from the Newtonian Universe to the Flat Earth theory of the Ancients? There are many different groups who believe in the Flat Earth and even a Hollow Earth. Which is more incredible? The idea that we are on a flat earth or the conspiracies that many purport to be the "lie" of the "round Earth theory?" Join Clifton, David, and guests Antony (from the Scottish ...
The Dark Enlightenment and Propertarianism
March 23, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBPunching Left! is celebrating its 10th episode! David and Clifton welcome Eli Harmon from the Propertarian Institute to discuss propertarianism and the Dark Enlightenment! AS always there is no telling where the conversation will take us! Please join Punching Left! for this very special episode and we pass a very important milestone.
Equality under the law vs. egalitarianism
March 19, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBJoin us for episode 9! Co-host David German rejoins the show along with a return of Elliott Wilson from episode 8, to discuss the feasibility of equality. Is equality something that is achievable in the context of those who desire "equal opportunity" or should human beings concentrate on equality in the application of the law? This and other aspects of equality will be explored by the trio. As always, there are sure to be a few surprises as the show skirts the edge of polite conversation!
Multiculturalism and diversity versus the Ethno-State.
March 16, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBIn this episode, Clifton and his guest host Elliott Wilson will discuss the problems which are inherent in the multicultural state and why violence is natural bi-product of diversity from an anarcho-capitalist point of view. We will also touch on the Heimbach controversy. We will also pick a commie bastard this week as we see a little bit of a return to our earlier format. As usual, on Punching Left the conversation could take us anywhere!
Democracy versus Monarchy: when should libertarianism be authoritarian.
March 12, 2018 00:00 - 2 hours - 109 MBPunching Left is excited to bring you a special two-hour long episode! Clifton, David, and their special guest host Johannes Kaiser (Chilean and Austrian Radio and TV personality), Oscar J Oscar, and I AnCap, explore the cutting-edge libertarian philosophical concepts behind Hoppe's groundbreaking work, "Democracy the God that Failed." You can rest assured that a cerebral informed discussion will highlight the most important an relevant points in Hoppe's philosophy. Punching Left is where ...
Anarcho-Capitalism as an end state.
March 09, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBIn this episode, David, Clifton and their guest will discuss Anarcho-Capitalism. Anarcho-Capitalism is a means of ordering society without a tax-funded government. The panel will lay out certain fundamental features that would exist in such a society. The guys will also lightly touch on current events in their commie bastard segment as well. The conversation is sure to be cerebral as they guys dig into the subject and explain its subtle nuances.
The Austrian schools Triumvirate of capitalism: Mises, Rothbard, and Hoppe.
March 05, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBWe will host a roundtable discussion with our guest host as we discuss the primary thinkers of North American Libertarian thought. This is the first in our three-part series. "Right-libertarianism as common sense libertarianism." We have a slight change of format which affords us more time for the primary discussion. We will also introduce our "commie bastard segment" as a rapid-fire "yes and no." roundtable. Its going to be a great deal of fun!
Why is Hollywood full of Leftists?
March 01, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBThis episode the discussion turns to Hollywood and its overwhelmingly left-leaning culture. In recent years Hollywood has begun alienating its own customer base by showing continued hostility to middle America's family values. They will also review social media platforms as well. Quick hits on current events as usual with right-wing analysis and of course we pick our commie bastard of the episode.
Commie metal bands
February 26, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBDavid, who is a huge metal fan has made the observation that a very high percentage of metal bands are either left progressive or outright communist. Join us and our guest host this episode as we casually explore this topic and wherever it leads us. As usual, we will also be discussing current events and putting our right-wing spin on them. We will also be talking about Disney's destruction of the Star Wars franchise. Finally, as we do in every episode we name our latest commie bastards! It ...
Episode 2 A Polemical look at Critical Theory
February 23, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBOn this episode David, Clifton, and guest host I AnCap will discuss Critical Theory, current events including Trumps proposed bump stock ban. We will also be reviewing and critiquing the movie Magnificent Seven starring Denzel Washington. Like last episode we will each name our dirty commie bastard. As always it’s live unscripted, uncensored, and sure to be triggering, when we start Punching Left!
Punching Left is Punching in!
February 18, 2018 05:30 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBI and David make a short introduction and state some of our more basic views. In this Episode we will spend roughly 50 percent of the airtime discussing general topics. The General Discussion will also cover current events. We will spend a short amount of time discussing the movie American History X,