We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle
767 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 314 ratingsWe Are Libertarians helps you sound smarter while talking to your friends. If you struggle to understand politics, we explain it from an independent, libertarian point of view with all of the irreverence it deserves. We toss out the screaming heads, put people before political parties, and give context to the news to make you think. We exist to demystify, delegitimize, and desanctify government. Our host is Chris Spangle, a fifteen year veteran of politics and media. He leads a discussion amongst friends and high-profile guests that span the libertarian spectrum of thought. We were founded in 2012.
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424: COVID-19 - Decrease Regulations To Re-Start the Economy with Conner Drigotas
May 04, 2020 13:00 - 33 minutesChris Spangle speaks to Conner Drigotas of Free the People to discuss what regulations ought to be ended to help fight the coronavirus pandemic. They also debate if running for the Presidency was the right move for Justin Amash. COVID-19 Proves that Small Government is Better - https://freethepeople.org/covid-19-proves-that-small-government-is-better/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/cddrigotas This episode is brought to you by Dashing Media Management. In this time of economic uncertainty, y...
423: The Opening, Trump vs. The Press on Bleach, Biden Accusations | Swamp Explained
April 29, 2020 19:00 - 1 hourIn The Swamp Explained series, Chris Spangle and Rob Quartel go in-depth on how Washington works. In this episode, we discuss the political calculations of "opening" the economy, Trump's disinfectant comments, Biden's sexual harassment accusations, and the protests. This episode is brought to you by Dashing Media Management. In this time of economic uncertainty, you need experts to help guide you through new ways of talking to customers. That's where my friend Lex Kremer and Dashing Media Ma...
422: COVID-19 - More Conversations with Nonprofits on the Front Lines of the Pandemic
April 19, 2020 09:00 - 2 hours422: COVID-19 - More Conversations with Nonprofits on the Front Lines of the Pandemic In a free society, private nonprofit organizations are the main source of relief for those in need. Their work is incredibly important during this pandemic. We take you to the front lines with interviews that originally aired on Chris Spangle's public affairs radio show in Indianapolis called Now Hear This. 00:04:38 - Tips on Deescalating Family Fights with Maggie Owens of the Indiana Center for Preventio...
421: The Creed of the Freed: Pentecostalism with David K. Bernard
April 18, 2020 09:00 - 1 hourThe first episode of a series that will explore various religions and their support of liberty. Insanely overqualified David K Bernard of the United Pentecostal Church International explains values libertarians can find within the Church. Video: https://youtu.be/Zm1-V3VGeP8 Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brian Nichols Show: COVID-19 vs. the Economy: Could A Crumbling Economy Cause More Death than COVID-19? - with Economist Daniel J. Michell
April 17, 2020 12:00 - 39 minutesSubscribe to the Brian Nichols Show: https://link.chtbl.com/brian-nichols-show As weeks go by with the economy stuck on pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many economists are starting to sound the alarm that the impact of our economy screeching to a halt could cause as much, if not more longterm death and prolonged hardship than the virus itself. Dan J. Mitchell, a libertarian economist with a Ph.D. in Economics from George Mason University and founder for the Center for American Prosperit...
420: WAL Debate - "Private Police would be as Bad or Worse than Public Police" - Ryan Lindsey vs Spike Cohen
April 17, 2020 09:00 - 1 hourA debate moderated by Hodey Johns between two passionate liberty lovers, Ryan Lindsey and Spike Cohen. Learn about the successes and failures of private and public policing along with some thoughts on how such a society could operate with or without them. Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
419: Spangle Guest Hosts 'Kryssi and Jess' with guests Vermin Supreme and Spike Cohen
April 16, 2020 09:00 - 1 hourLP POTUS candidate Vermin Supreme and running mate, Spike Cohen, join The Kris and Jessi Show with Kryssi and Jess with Chris Spangle guest co-hosting. Follow them: https://www.facebook.com/KryssiandJess Video: https://www.facebook.com/KryssiandJess/videos/212498073388733 Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
418: COVID-19 - Authoritarian Streaks Begin To Appear In This Crisis
April 15, 2020 16:00 - 2 hoursChris Spangle, Harry Price, Rhinehold, and Brian Wohlgemuth discuss authoritarianism tendencies in American government, holding politicians, the media, and individuals accountable, and conspiracy theories. Petty Tyrants are popping up across the country from President Trump accidentally saying the truth out loud to Michigan Governor Whitmer's draconian shutdown orders. This episode is brought to you by Dashing Media Management. In this time of economic uncertainty, you need experts to help...
417: COVID-19 - Basic Questions About Coronavirus Answered
April 13, 2020 22:00 - 1 hourChris Spangle's friend Lex Kremer is a normie and has some basic questions she wants to be answered about the Presidential primaries but also about COVID-19. She's heard some things that don't make sense and wants some answers. We answer questions like "are the deaths inflated?", "why do candidates suspend their campaign?", and "what's a better way to deal with a man on a bus without a mask?" This episode is brought to you by Dashing Media Management. In this time of economic uncertainty, yo...
416: COVID-19 - Nonprofit Responses to the Pandemic and Economic Crisis
April 10, 2020 15:00 - 1 hourChris Spangle speaks to several nonprofits and businesses about their efforts to deal with the ongoing humanitarian crisis happening around America. These interviews originated on his public affairs program "Now Hear This." This is a good look at what is happening on the ground in a major American city. 00:04:39 - Tina Cloer of Childrens Bureau on Rising Child Abuse and Project Courage to Shelter Children While reports of child abuse are down, incidents of abuse are increasing in the COVID...
415: COVID-19 - How Do We Move Forward?
April 08, 2020 11:45 - 2 hours - 93 MBChris Spangle, Harry Price, Rhinehold, and Levie Rainey discuss the path forward. We open with some examples from history that bring us hope and wonderful moments of community sprouting up across the country. We then discuss the future months as we begin to go back to work in the middle of a "new normal." Video - https://youtu.be/PKQ-5RKGE This episode is brought to you by Dashing Media Management. In this time of economic uncertainty, you need experts to help guide you through new ways of ...
414: The Swamp Explained - The Swamp Takes Over
April 07, 2020 11:00 - 1 hourThe Swamp, Explained" series, Chris Spangle and Rob Quartel go in-depth on how Washington works. In this episode, we discuss when the swamp can be useful. What role does institutional knowledge play in the middle of a crisis? Get the Swamp Explained Podcast Feed: https://swamp.fireside.fm/ Follow Rob on twitter: @RobQuartel. Check out Rob's resume here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-quartel-5291553/ Have questions for Rob? Email us - [email protected] Subscribe to the podcas...
413: WAL Reacts - AOC on funding the Green New Deal
April 06, 2020 09:00 - 33 minutesThings get wild as the WAL crew discusses AOC, the Green New Deal, sparrows having sex on cocaine, and the Death Star. This show includes Hodey Johns, Keaton Tucker, Remso Martinez, Jacob, Ryan Lindsey, and Paul Copeland. Video - https://youtu.be/nNSODoeVBZc Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
412: "Lives" vs. "The Economy" is a False Choice
April 01, 2020 12:00 - 2 hours - 63.7 MBChris Spangle, Harry Price, Rhinehold, and Hodey Johns discuss and debate the binary choice presented on social media of "open the economy" vs. "let millions die." The realities of a global pandemic combined with an economic meltdown are more complex and hopeful than many are making it sound. We try to parse out where the truth lies. Then we look at the failure of regulators and why we need to hold the President, the FDA, and the CDC accountable once this crisis has concluded. Video - https:/...
412: COVID-19 - "Lives" vs. "The Economy" is a False Choice
April 01, 2020 12:00 - 2 hours - 63.7 MBChris Spangle, Harry Price, Rhinehold, and Hodey Johns discuss and debate the binary choice presented on social media of "open the economy" vs. "let millions die." The realities of a global pandemic combined with an economic meltdown are more complex and hopeful than many are making it sound. We try to parse out where the truth lies. Then we look at the failure of regulators and why we need to hold the President, the FDA, and the CDC accountable once this crisis has concluded. Video - https:/...
411: WAL Reacts - Crowder on Borders
March 31, 2020 09:00 - 45 minutesThe WAL crew goes off the rails as they gab about borders, comedians, alligator moats, and taco stands to convert Mormons to Catholicism. Featuring Hodey Johns, Keaton Tucker, JAcob, Brian Wohlgemuth, Remso Martinez, and Rhinehold. Video - https://youtu.be/qRZDSw2QaVQ Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
410: WAL Reacts - Pelosi's anti-Insider Trading Bill
March 30, 2020 09:00 - 47 minutesThe WAL Crew has many laughs and tears discussing the piece of legislation Nancy Pelosi had the nerve to bring to the floor. Come hear about how equality on school boards, pooping in the bushes, and non-functional alcoholism get brought to the forefront. This features Hodey Johns, Jake, Paul Copeland, Remso Martinez, and Rhinehold. Video: https://youtu.be/nqQDfUjDUZQ Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bonus: Chris Spangle Talks Government Failures over COVID-19 on Rob Kendall's Show
March 29, 2020 20:00 - 11 minutesChris Spangle explains why society is best organized by the economic sector and not the political sector in the middle of a crisis on the Rob Kendall Show. Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
409: WAL Reacts - Trump's response to the "Chinese Virus"
March 29, 2020 17:00 - 49 minutesListen is as the WAL Crew of Hodey Johns, Rhinehold, and Remso Martinez shows how many flapjacks our president can flip flop all over the place. You'll also hear about election odds, how sociopathy doesn't make somebody a trash person, and how Trump could still be right if a lot of people die really fast. Video: https://youtu.be/Zaq5pdaYAmk Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
408: COVID-19 - Quarantines and Shutdowns
March 28, 2020 19:30 - 56 minutesRhinehold and Hodey take their differences in opinion to the airwaves, talking about history, the government, the private sector, and what all of those things mean about mandatory shutdowns. Video: https://youtu.be/KUX4Wmi_1AA Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
407: COVID-19 - $2 Trillion Stimulus Breakdown
March 27, 2020 18:00 - 1 hourRhinehold and Hodey discuss the recent spending package approved by Congress, on its way to being signed by the president. Questions about what's in it, what does it mean for you, what's good and bad about it, and is this a moment that libertarians can capitalize on are answered in detail. Video: https://youtu.be/p629YUwY0zA Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
406: Path to Libertarianism - Daniel J. Mitchell, Co-Founder of the Center for Freedom and Prosperity on Economics
March 26, 2020 16:00 - 1 hourChris Spangle talks to Daniel J. Mitchell, co-founder of the Center for Freedom and Prosperity and Chairman of the Board and former Cato Institute scholar. Dan is an expert in international tax competition and supply-side tax policy. He discusses his path to liberty through the 1976 Ronald Reagan campaign, how he studies to write about economics daily, and what it is like to work at a think tank. We also discuss what power the Presidency has in determining the economy and if economic collapse...
405: COVID-19 - Potential Treatments for This Coronavirus
March 25, 2020 09:00 - 43 minutesBrian Wohlgemuth has done extensive research on the treatment for the coronavirus and has been tracking the medicine since government officials and large hospitals started stockpiling it. Find out what it does and doesn't do, and why you can be hopeful that it will help immensely. Show Notes - https://wearelibertarians.com/wp-content/uploads/Testing-Treatment-and-a-Way-Out-Google-Docs.pdf Video - https://youtu.be/xqeJ0_aCEnE Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about y...
404: COVID-19 - Individualism Will Protect People's Health
March 24, 2020 15:00 - 1 hourPhyllis Klosinski is 72 with underlying health issues as well as one of the strongest advocates for individual liberty that Chris Spangle knows. He reached out to hear her opinion on protecting lives while protecting livelihoods. She shares some good arguments for personal responsibility, the ineffectiveness of government, and how we can get through this tough time. Is Our Fight Against Coronavirus Worse Than the Disease? - https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/20/opinion/coronavirus-pandemic-soc...
403: COVID-19 - The Terrible Choice Facing Us
March 23, 2020 09:00 - 1 hourChris Spangle, Chris Gault, and Creighton Harrington reunite to discuss the terrible choice facing us: Preserving life or a way of life. We discuss the economic sacrifice being made by Americans to save lives. We discuss the numbers of the diseases' spread. We also consider what will be different on the other side of this crisis. Website showing the spread - https://covidactnow.org/ Rethinking the Coronavirus Shutdown - https://www.wsj.com/articles/rethinking-the-coronavirus-shutdown-115846...
402: COVID-19 - Heroism During Coronavirus
March 22, 2020 17:00 - 52 minutesThe WAL crew talks about the people and projects that have shown bravery during this frightening time. From blood drives to homeless shelters to video games, there are lots of reasons for hope. Video - https://youtu.be/NQUe438d168 Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
401: COVID-19 - Details of Three Rounds of Government Stimulus with Ross Marchand
March 20, 2020 11:00 - 1 hourChris Spangle and Rhinehold talk to Ross Marchand of the Taxpayer Protection Alliance about the three rounds of economic stimulus that Washington has enacted or is proposing. We give the details of a $1 Trillion stimulus currently being negotiated, which is one of the largest stimulus packages in modern history. Video - https://youtu.be/CYZ0OVWv0UU The growing coronavirus stimulus packages - https://www.axios.com/coronavirus-stimulus-packages-compared-7613a16f-56d3-4522-a841-23a82fffcb46.h...
400: COVID-19 - Libertarian Fireside Chat on Our Experiences and Pandemic NAP Violations
March 19, 2020 21:00 - 48 minutesHodey Johns hosts a conversation about the COVID-19 crisis with WAL contributors. Video: https://youtu.be/ZMWYvV8m_Uw Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
399: COVID-19- What is coronavirus? With Mary Kay Foster, manager of the Special Pathogens Unit at IU Health
March 18, 2020 21:00 - 38 minutesMary Kay Foster, manager of the Special Pathogens Unit at IU Health, joins Chris Spangle on the basics of COVID-19. We ask why social distancing is so important, what symptoms one might have should they contract it, how can one get tested, and what preparations her hospitals are making to deal with the coronavirus. She also shares some reasons to be optimistic. Visit https://iuhealth.org/find-medical-services/coronavirus for more information. Originally recorded for Now Hear This: http:/...
398: COVID-19 - Let's Look At this as an Opportunity, Reasons to Be Hopeful
March 18, 2020 01:00 - 1 hourWe will begin hosting daily shows around the coronavirus pandemic. We begin with Chris Spangle, Harry Price and Rhinehold reviewing all that has happened in the last few days. We give many reasons we need to be leaders in our communities given the lack of leadership elsewhere. We also give reasons why this temporary change in our lives can be a benefit. Video: https://youtu.be/nAw55mvxMwo Subscribe to the podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/we-are-libertarians See the new website - https://we...
397: Free Market Solutions to Climate Change, Green Energy Policy
March 11, 2020 23:00 - 1 hourChris Spangle talks to Fiona Harrigan and Jakob Puckett about libertarian solutions to climate change and energy policy. Enis wrote in and asked: There has been one thing that has been bugging me quite a lot though; how would climate change and pollution get tackled in a libertarian society? While most current governments are not great at it either, ideas such as carbon tax actually make a lot of sense. That could in fact encourage people to invest more in clean energies, which are actua...
396: How To Build a Great Podcast or Platform
March 09, 2020 18:00 - 48 minutesChris Spangle spoke to high school students in a session at the Indiana Association of High School Broadcasters about podcasting. What are the elements of a great podcast? Listen in as he talks about the lessons he's learned over a 15 year career in radio, podcasting, politics, and digital media. This is a good listen for anyone thinking of a career in the creative arts of any kind or those considering launching a podcast. Subscribe to the podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/we-are-libertarians...
395: Biden's Lazarus-like Political Resurrection, Coronavirus, Daylight Saving Time, Jones Act | The Swamp Explained
March 09, 2020 09:00 - 1 hourThe Swamp, Explained" series, Chris Spangle and Rob Quartel go in-depth on how Washington works. In this episode, we discuss Joe Biden's amazing resurgence to the nomination, Bloomberg's collapse, Bernie's future, Warren's failure, the political aspects of COVID-19, ending daylight saving time, and a Jones Act update. Video - https://youtu.be/x2L7ixyhpV8 Get the Swamp Explained Podcast Feed: https://swamp.fireside.fm/ Follow Rob on twitter: @RobQuartel. Check out Rob's resume here: https:...
A Listener's Guide to We Are Libertarians
March 08, 2020 17:00 - 25 minutesToday is the eighth anniversary of WAL, and we have a ton of new changes! If you're new to We Are Libertarians, we start with a little history. Then we discuss our new branding changes, Patreon changes, and the launch of a new store! This is a good starting point if you're just finding the podcast. See the new Patreon changes here - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians Visit our website to see the new logo - https://wearelibertarians.com/ Subscribe to the podcast: https://link.chtbl.co...
394: Q&A with Jeff Bennett - Private Police in Libertarian Society, Protecting the Economically Disadvantaged, Central Banking | The Path To Libertarianism
March 04, 2020 20:00 - 2 hoursChris Spangle, Harry Price, Rhinehold, and Hodey Johns answer the following questions fro Jeff Bennett in another installment of The Path To Libertarianism Q&A. 00:23:09 - in a Libertarian Utopia how does policing work or how are major crimes (murder, grand theft) handled? Is policing centralized or multiple entities more like private security? If it is separate entities how does punishment work? 00:45:24 - going off of the Survival of the Fittest convo, how do Libertarians avoid “the ri...
393: What is coronavirus? How will COVID-19 affect America? With Satyajeet Marar | Libertarian Politics an Policy
March 04, 2020 16:00 - 19 minutesHeadlines across the world are warning of a pandemic due to the coronavirus. Sports associations are canceling games. Costcos have empty shelves. Chris Spangle talks to Reason Foundation policy analyst Satyajeet Marar about COVID-19. What is the virus and should we be worried? How has the spread of the disease affected global economies? Tune in to learn more. Follow Satyajeet Marar: https://twitter.com/MisterJeeT Satyajeet Marar's Bio: https://www.young-voices.com/advocate/satyajeet-marar/ ...
392: Joe Ruiz on his Rhymer/Educator Project and Pushing Through Discomfort
March 02, 2020 10:00 - 1 hourFormer WAL co-host Joe Ruiz joins Chris Spangle to talk about his Rhymer/Educator Project. Joe always dreamed of creating music, and a student encouraged him to pursue his passion. The school teacher then organized a school project that funded both an entire album and charity. Listen to his album on Spotify and see him on March 20, 2020, in Indianapolis. (https://www.facebook.com/events/2553569098252087/). Find out more at https://www.rhymereducator.com/. Subscribe to the podcast: https:/...
391: Explaining the Primary Process and Previewing The Race for the Democratic Nomination
February 26, 2020 01:00 - 1 hourChris Spangle, Rhinehold, and Levie Rainey discuss the race for the nomination in the Democratic Party and how it works. What is a delegate? How do candidates collect them? What is Super Tuesday? Can Hillary still run? Can Bernie beat Trump? Is Biden done? We answer all of these questions and more. Video - https://youtu.be/z-F64MMPhf8 Subscribe to the podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/yS3Y-sjD Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians Get The Libertarian Aurora emai...
390: The Swamp Explained - Recapping the Democratic Primary
February 24, 2020 10:00 - 1 hourThe Swamp Explained series, Chris Spangle and Rob Quartel go in-depth on how Washington works. In this episode, we recap the most recent Democratic debates, the Nevada Caucus results, and the future of the Democratic primary. Get the Swamp Explained Podcast Feed: https://swamp.fireside.fm/ Follow Rob on twitter: @RobQuartel. Check out Rob's resume here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-quartel-5291553/ Video - https://youtu.be/aFcW-Z_qP1k Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Le...
389: Path to Libertarianism - Ryan Lindsey, Editor of WAL Reader
February 19, 2020 10:00 - 1 hourRyan Lindsey is the editor of our magazine, the WAL Reader and speaks to Chris Spangle. Ryan grew up in a conservative home, but his Christian values over time have refocused his political views. He is a libertarian that leans left, is mainly concerned with social justice, noninterventionism, and open borders. He even says that Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has a lot of good things to say. We examine how and what he believes and why. Get WAL Reader now - https://walreader.com/ Video - https://y...
388: Path to Libertarianism - Adam Asks About Survival of the Fittest, Foreign Policy, and Neighbors Behaving Badly
February 12, 2020 12:00 - 2 hoursAdam is new to libertarianism and has some questions about politics and philosophy. Chris Spangle, Harry Price, Rhinehold, and Hodey Johns field his questions. If you'd like to join us to ask questions, please contact us at [email protected]. Is Libertarianism About Survival of the Fittest? - 00:24:55 How Would Libertarians Fight Systemic Racism? - 00:45:33 How Would We Deal With Bad Neighbors? - 01:20:11 What Does A Libertarian Do When In Elected Office? - 01:35:34 What Does...
387: IowaTF? State of the Union, Impeachment Ends, Coronavirus, Vermin Supreme, Super Bowl Halftime "Controversy"
February 06, 2020 15:00 - 2 hoursChris Spangle and Rhinehold go old-school WAL. We cover a bunch of topics with no notes over 2 1/2 hours. What happened in Iowa? We debate online-voting. We cover the State of the Union, the coronavirus, Vermin Supreme supposedly leading the race in the LP, examine the origin of a fake controversy surrounding J-Lo and the halftime show in the Super Bowl, and we end by talking about the end of impeachment and what it means for our republic. Show Title Coronavirus - 00:7:20 Super Bowl Halftim...
386: Path to Libertarianism: Jason Pye, VP of Legislative Affairs for FreedomWorks
January 29, 2020 10:00 - 1 hourVice President of Legislative Affairs for FreedomWorks Jason Pye shares his journey from a southern Republican to a libertarian that is enacting policy through Congress. Jason talks about the impact of his blogging career on his future, and his job lobbying Congress for Freedomworks. Website - http://www.freedomworks.org/content/jason-pye Twitter - https://twitter.com/pye Newsletter - http://eepurl.com/dhnxgn Podcast - http://www.freedomworks.org/tag/pardon-disruption Video - https://youtu...
385: Limiting the Power of the Presidency - Impeachment and Curtailing Military Powers
January 23, 2020 15:00 - 1 hourChris Spangle and Rhinehold discuss recent events in Trump's impeachment. Spangle hasn't paid much attention so Rhinehold explains the basics. Sen. Tim Kaine has introduced a bill to limit President Trump's ability to use military force against Iran so they break down the growth of the President's war powers by discussing the War Powers Act and the AUMF. Time Stamps: 00:09:26 - Impeachment Update 00:47:55 - Overview of Presidential War Powers 00:53:20 - War Powers Resolution 01:02:0...
New Podcast: Now Hear This with Chris Spangle - Rupert Boneham of Rupert's Kids
January 17, 2020 14:45 - 30 minutesI am now hosting a local radio show on Indianapolis radio. It is called Now Hear This and it airs weekend mornings on Q95 and WNDE. Subscribe now! http://www.nowhearthisindy.com/. This is the first episode and features libertarian Rupert Boneham who runs Rupert's Kids. He was also the 2012 Gubernatorial candidate for the Libertarian Party of Indiana and a contestant on Survivor. Rupert Boneham of Rupert's Kids (and Survivor) discusses his program's efforts to help empower young men and wom...
384: The Afghan Papers
January 15, 2020 19:00 - 1 hourChris Spangle, Harry Price, and Rhinehold discuss the 18 years of lies told by the US Government and media about the war in Afghanistan. Show Notes - https://wearelibertarians.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Afghan-Papers.pdf Time Stamps 00:15:27 - Afghan Papers Overview 00:29:01 - Lies By Government Officials 01:05:35 - Lies by the Media Donate to the Logo Redesign - http://paypal.me/wearelibertarians WAL Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/werlibertarians/videos Recommended Books Weapon...
383: Answering Questions about the Iranian Crisis and the Death of Soleimani
January 08, 2020 03:30 - 2 hoursChris Spangle, Harry Price, and Rhinehold explain the full picture of the death of Iranian General Qassam Soleimani. We answer several questions, including: 00:18:49 - Who was Qassam Soleimani? 00:38:54 - How did he die? 00:49:24 - Is America safer because he is dead? 00:1:22:20 - Will there be another world war? 01:34:28 - Listener questions Resources and Links: https://wearelibertarians.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Soleimani.pdf Video: https://youtu.be/AvslfS_kYdY Contribute ...
382: Who is Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States?
January 06, 2020 10:00 - 1 hourChris Spangle talks to Tom LoBianco, author of Piety & Power: Mike Pence and the Taking of the White House. With impeachment in motion, they examine the career and character of the sitting Vice President. Video - https://youtu.be/vW-l9vYfbn4 Tom's Website - https://tomlobianco.com/ Amazon Link - https://www.amazon.com/Piety-Power-Pence-Taking-White-ebook Twitter - https://twitter.com/tomlobianco Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
381: The Swamp Explained - EPA Scientists vs. Trump
January 03, 2020 22:00 - 1 hourThe Swamp Explained series, Chris Spangle and Rob Quartel go in-depth on how Washington works. In this episode, we explore President Trump undercutting his own scientists, impeachment and the attack on Iran's top general. Video: https://youtu.be/aIKw56-hZpE Get the Swamp Explained Podcast Feed: https://swamp.fireside.fm/ Follow Rob on twitter: @RobQuartel. Check out Rob's resume here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-quartel-5291553/ Have questions for Rob? Email us - editor@wearelibertar...
380: FBI Abuses FISA Warrants Against Trump Campaign
December 20, 2019 14:00 - 1 hourChris Spangle, Rhinehold, and Tricia Stuart discuss the recent Office of the Inspector General report on FISA court abuses carried out by the FBI against Carter Page, an adviser to the Trump campaign in 2016. Show Notes: https://wearelibertarians.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/OIG-Report.pdf Time Stamps: 00:34:36 - OIG Report Details 01:19:28 - Media Bias Around the Report Video: https://youtu.be/73F9UDGXV64 Support We Are Libertarians with Chris Spangle Learn more about your ad choic...