e85—Dan Smotz, host of The System Is Down podcast
Dan Smotz (host of The System Is Down) talks about his political awakening; his video work with Spike Cohen, the Mises Caucus, and others; and, of course, conspiracy theories.
e84—Stephan Livera, Swan Bitcoin managing director
Stephan Livera (managing director at Swan Bitcoin and host of the Stephan Livera Podcast) explains the difference between Bitcoin and fiat currency, what makes Bitcoin better than other cryptocurrencies, and how you can use Bitcoin in the most decentralized way possible. Bitcoin resources mentioned by Stephan: Muun is a self-custodial wallet for bitcoin and
e83—Kate Fantinel, Australian libertarian Senate candidate
Kate Fantinel (@ladylibertyWAus) talks about how she became a libertarian in very unlibertarian Australia, the ongoing tyranny there ostensibly to fight the virus, and the challenges she faced as a Senate candidate in Western Australia running as a Liberal Democrat (which is Australia’s libertarian party). TakeHumanAction.com Paid for by Mises
e82—Dennis Pratt, Free State Project activist and organizer of Porcfest
Dennis Pratt (PorcFest organizer, Free State Project ambassador, and NHLP activist) describes how his pursuit of liberty brought him from Chicago to New Hampshire, how a geographical centralization of libertarians can bring about political decentralization on a wider scale, and why you should visit—and then move to—New Hampshire. TakeHumanAction.com
e81—Daniel McAdams, Executive Director of the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity
Daniel McAdams (Executive Director of the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity) discusses the war in Ukraine in the context of the “rules-based democratic order,” the need for libertarians to speak out against American foreign policy that erodes our liberty and risks nuclear war, and the rise of China
e80—Dave Benner, representative for Region 2 on the Libertarian National Committee
Dave Benner, the newly elected representative for Region 2 on the Libertarian National Committee, talks about his new role as an admin for the LP's Twitter account, the tasks facing the new LNC, and his forthcoming biography of Thomas Paine. Dave Benner on Twitter. Dave Benner's work at the Mises
e78—Scott Cosenza, legal affairs editor at LibertyNation.com
Scott Cosenza (legal affairs editor at LibertyNation.com) breaks down the history of Roe v. Wade, how the Supreme Court might overturn it, and how gun rights are likely to be protected both by the courts and by technology. Offer feedback and guest suggestions at communications at lpmisescaucus.com TakeHumanAction.com Paid for by
e77—Robbie Bernstein, King of the Caucs
Robbie Bernstein (@RobbieTheFire)—stand-up comedian, host of Run Your Mouth and Dave Smith's sidekick on Part of the Problem—talks about his political awakening, the challenges of advancing his comedy career in lockdown times, and how libertarians can better sell our ideas. TakeHumanAction.com Paid for by Mises PAC
e76—James Jenneman, LPMC organizer and host of the Blackbird podcast
James Jenneman (Twitter: @jameslj) is a Libertarian Party Mises Caucus organizer in Minnesota and the host of the Blackbird podcast. He and Aaron discuss the upcoming LP National Convention in Reno, the concept of "post-libertarianism," and how decentralization is the best way to approach the difficult task of opposing people
e75—Jeremy Kauffman, Libertarian Party of New Hampshire candidate for U.S. Senate
Jeremy Kauffman (Twitter: @jeremykauffman) discusses the liberty movement in New Hampshire, how libertarians should approach messaging, and the effectiveness of decentralized alternatives to Big Tech and the corporate media. Jeremy's campaign website Jeremy Kauffman on Odysee @jeremy4nh #ukraine #russia #america #massachusetts #trade #republican #democrat #NH #newhampshire #j4nh #newhamnpshirecheck #libertarian #fsp
e74—Tim Moen, former leader of the Libertarian Party of Canada
Tim Moen assesses the trucker protest in Canada, how the media has portrayed those opposing the virus regime, and how Trudeau and the Canadian government have responded with unprecedented violations of civil liberties. Libertarian Party of Canada On Twitter: @LibertarianCDN
e73—Josiah Baker, Mises Caucus organizer in Tennessee
Josiah Baker talks about organizing the Libertarian Party Mises Caucus in Tennessee and how the Caucus can partner with issues-only groups like For All Tennessee to promote liberty through decentralization and local nullification. Libertarian Party of Tennessee 2022 State Convention—Fri., March 18 through Sunday, March, 20 in Manchester, Tennessee
e72—David Sanchez, frontman of thrash metal band Havok and host of the Riffs or Die podcast
David Sanchez (from the band Havok and the Riffs or Die podcast) talks about his influences (including the Stoics, George Carlin, and Frank Zappa), what it’s like to have an album-supporting tour canceled at the last minute because of the virus panic, and why so many of his colleagues in
e71—Dave Casey, host of D@ve vs Goliath podcast and Mises Caucus organizer in Delaware
Dave Casey talks about recent developments in the saga surrounding the attempted hijacking of the Libertarian Party of Delaware, how the world has changed since 9/11, and how he has built his unique real-world business. D@ve vs Goliath podcast Wheelys Farmstand Cafe on Facebook D@ve vs Goliath (Episode 16):
e70—Doug Stuart, CEO of the Libertarian Christian Institute
Doug Stuart talks about social justice from a libertarian and a Christian perspective, why his desire to help others led him to study economics, and the moral problems with desiring to control other people. Decentralized Revolution listeners get 50 percent off the audiobook of Faith Seeking Freedom: Libertarian Christian Answers
e69—Angela McArdle and Michael Heise on the 2022 LNC elections
Angela McArdle and Michael Heise discuss Angela's run for LNC chair, preparations for the Reno convention, and the candidates for LNC vice chair.
e68—Dr. Michael R. Edelstein, author of Three Minute Therapy
Dr. Michael R. Edelstein (author of Three Minute Therapy) outlines the principles of rational emotive therapy (REBT), how libertarians can stay motivated and avoid infighting, and what Ayn Rand got wrong about self-esteem. Dr. Edelstein's blog at Psychology Today Three Minute Therapy podcast:
e67—Jenin Younes, litigation counsel for the New Civil Liberties Alliance
Jenin Younes (litigation counsel for the New Civil Liberties Alliance) talks about how her career as a public defender in New York, how and why she became the “Lefty Lockdown Skeptic” (@Leftylockdowns1) on Twitter, and her work fighting for civil liberties in the new landscape of the last couple of
e66—Karlyn Borysenko, organizational psychologist and ex-Democrat
Karlyn Borysenko (Dr. Karlyn.com and @DrKarlynB on Twitter) talks about how woke politics prompted her to explore other viewpoints, what it’s like to go viral unintentionally, and her impressions of the Libertarian Party, especially the Mises Caucus. Links: "After Attending a Trump Rally, I Realized Democrats Are Not Ready For
e65—David Hynes, Mises Caucus board member
Mises Caucus board member David Hynes discusses his recent article re-iterating the three-pronged strategy the Mises Caucus is using to pursue libertarian political success given that we’re vastly outnumbered and playing a rigged game. Offer feedback and guest suggestions at communications at lpmisescaucus.com TakeHumanAction.com Paid for by Mises PAC
e64—Follow the Science: On Lockdowns and Liberty
Two of the filmmakers behind the forthcoming docuseries Follow the Science: On Lockdowns and Liberty discuss the importance of telling the story the corporate media is suppressing, why they’re remaining anonymous for the time being, and what they’d most like to hear from a whistleblower. To support his project,
e63—Corey DeAngelis, national director of research at the American Federation for Children
Corey DeAngelis (@DeAngelisCorey), national director of research at the American Federation for Children, discusses his passion for advocating that school funding follow each student to wherever parents choose to send them as well as how the last 18 months has affected both government schools and trends in homeschooling. From Corey
e62—Kyle Anzalone, assistant editor at Antiwar.com and news editor at The Libertarian Institute
Kyle Anzalone (@KyleAnzalone_) is assistant editor at Antiwar.com, news editor at The Libertarian Institute, and co-host of the Conflicts of Interest podcast. On this episode, he discusses the long-awaited pullout from Afghanistan, the Biden administration’s foreign policy tendencies, and the “pivot to Asia” and what that might mean for China’s
e61—Glenn Jacobs, mayor of Knox County, Tenn. and pro wrestling superstar Kane
Glenn Jacobs discusses his longtime interest in libertarianism and Austrian economics, what it’s been like as mayor throughout the COVID fiasco, and how libertarian ideas have the best chance of success at the local level. Austrian Economics with Glenn Jacobs: Glenn Jacobs on The Bob Murphy Show: Glenn Jacobs on