Let It Not Be Said

Banks is joined by Pastor Adam Godbold to talk about how a "normie" sees and looks at politics through cherrypicked outlets such as The Babylon Bee and The Fifth Column. Adam shares how his dream of building churches, changed to building a single church, and then we talk about what apathy means. Learn more and get full show notes at >>> letitnotbesaid.com/pod/1

Banks and Shane discuss the mounting tyranny due to the coronavirus, make some predictions about the future and share some hope in the final episode of The Rebellion in its current form. More information forthcoming. Learn more at >>> rebellionpod.com

Banks and Shane read through and discuss more Anti-Federalist papers with #15, #16 and #17. Join The Rebellion >>> rebellionpod.com

First Shane discusses some of his observations on the latest occurrences from executives around the country. Then Nick Polce, 10th Group (Special Forces) Operator discusses the prospect of war. Follow Nick @NicholasPolce We Love You, We Need You, Peace!

Jackson and Henry Hazel have questions about COVID-19. What are the kids thinking about what's going on in this new coronavirus world? Shane discusses the situation and answers their questions. Learn more at >>> rebellionpod.com

Banks and Shane continue to discuss the daily events and how the coronavirus is affecting their personal lives. Please some advice of the best bathrooms to use when you're not home and much more. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Banks and Shane talk about personal responsibility in the age of coronavirus. They go through the different responses by government to "flatten the curve", including the proposal for a digital FED dollar. Then we take a personal turn on how this "new normal" is affecting our lives and those we love. Learn more at >>> rebellionpod.com

Guest host Brett, and Shane talking about how the economy is, and will change our lives, family communication and the silver linings of our current situation. What is the coronavirus was a scape goat? Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Banks and Shane open with a novel idea as they call a local candidate for Coroner of Cherokee County Georgia who has had his past catch up with him. Check out the website and video >>> donwareforcoroner.com Then we talk about the coronavirus again but with the words of C.S. Lewis in mind. Finally we tackle the upcoming FISA vote in Congress and the actions the FED has taken faced with the economic downturn. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Banks and Shane talk about State level legislation including the problem of wrongful conviction compensation. Who would pay for the sins of the government? Then what is the Gang Act and do we need to be "tougher on crime"? Finally an update on the coronavirus, to panic or not to panic, that is the question. Check out Jessica Szilagyi's work >>> bit.ly/tr_js and Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Jordan, Jake and Dane from the Veterans 4 Voluntaryism Podcast join Banks and Shane to share their message of what voluntary society might look like and what that looks like for three veterans who spent time deployed in Afghanistan and Iraq. They share war stories and about their future projects for the podcast and beyond. Check them out >>> buzzsprout.com/344201, Follow all three of them @anarchojohnson, @minarchojake and @anarcho_odin, and Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Libertarian candidate for Montana Governor, Lyman Bishops shares his origin story, why he started his company, moved to Montana, and decided to run for public office even though he hates politics. Learn more about Hoplite Armor >>> hoplitearmor.com, Check out his campaign >>> lyman2020.com Learn more at >>> rebellionpod.com

Ever wonder how politicians talk so much and say nothing? So do we, so we sat down and answered your questions in great detail. Immigration, Naturalization, The War on Drugs, Constitutional Free Zones, Criminal Justice Reform and more.  Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod Support Shane Hazel for US Senate >>> ShaneHazel.com Episodes Mentioned: History of Cannabis Prohibition >>>bit.ly/34_tr    

Trump has been pushing for a withdrawal of troops in Afghanistan and a new proposed peace deal seeks to make that happen. What are the parameters and what do Secretary of State, Pompeo and Secretary of Defense, Esper think. Then we talk about the affects of the coronavirus on the stock market and the world economy, and we finish of by analyzing why four Congressmen voted against the so-called Anti-Lynching bill. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod Episodes mentioned: Hannah Cox/Death Penalty >>> bit.ly/tr_79 Capital Punishment: Principle, History and Numbers >>> bit.ly/tr_15

After a little update on the campaigns and personal lives and Banks and Shane that take on the questions of whether religion should play a role on politics. The end on a quick discussion about the Coronavirus. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

This episode was recorded as a Facebook live stream on 2/24/20 where we took listener questions about law enforcement to the new purple color of the studio. Then we walk through Shane's new website for his campaign for US Senate and we finish with some analysis of Mini Mike Bloomberg's strategy to win the Democratic nomination. Check out the website >>> shanehazel.com and Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

West Virginia Delegate and Retired Lieutenant Colonel in Air Force, Tom Libby joins the podcast to explain why he went from supporting the Protect the Guard Act to opposing it on Constitutional grounds. Is this a change of perspective or a change in heart? Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Banks and Shane recap the happenings of the Democratic Primary for President since Iowa. Is Buttigieg the new favorite? How will Biden capitalize of his new found comedy career? Is Bloomberg colluding with the elites? Check out the POTP #545 >>> bit.ly/potp_545 and Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod   Bernie? Who's Bernie?

You read it right, Anti-Federalist 13 and 14 are here to provoke you're inner Rebel-osity. We hope you enjoy, you're welcome and thank you. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Banks and Shane get snowed out, but nothing can stop The Rebellion! The prophetic Anti-Federalist return with installments from the 11th & 12th papers. 

Banks and Shane round out the interviews of candidates for the Libertarian nomination for president with three candidates: Lincoln Chafee >>> lincolnchafee.com Jo Jorgensen >>> joj2020.com Erik Gerhardt >>> erikgerhardt2020.com Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

We've talked about it before and it's finally here, Britain has left the European Union! Or has it? We talk about the details, the sentiment on the ground and the de facto leader of the movement, Nigel Farage. We also look at the future of the EU and their "President" Ursula von der Leyen. Check out her full nomination speech (English dubbed) >>> bit.ly/tr_uvdl and Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod 

Two more candidates for the Libertarian nomination for President site down with us to talk about their ideas and their strategy for liberty. First a Combat Vet with a rather novel idea, Adam Kokesh >>> kokeshforpresident.com and on Twitter >>> @adamkokesh Then, the guy with the middle name that says it all, Dan "Taxation is Theft" Behrman >>> behrman2020.com and on Twitter >>> @DanForTexas

We open up the show with a special message from Shane that you don't want to miss and a recap of the LP Convention/party politics. Then Virginia, what has happened since not so racist and completely peaceful Second Amendment rally? Finally, did you know you can't believe everything the free market tells you and why the government can help! #DairyPride Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod Episodes mentioned: Hannah Cox / Death Penalty >>> bit.ly/tr_79

Banks and Shane are joined by a slew of candidates running for office under the Libertarian banner. Check them out (in order of appearance) here: Joshua Smith for National LP Chair >>> @JoshuaAtLarge Ryan Graham, current Georgia Chair >>> @Graham4GA Mark Whitney for President >>> markwhitney.com Martin Cowen for Congress >>> cowenforcongress.com Sam Robb for President >>> samrobb2020.com Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Banks and Shane talk the candidates vying to become the Libertarian Party's nominee for president in 2020. We start out with the great Jacob Hornberger of the Future of Freedom Foundation. Learn more >>> jacobforliberty.com and fff.org Then, Blake Ashby, a former Republican who contends that we need "democratic capitalism" to fix America and a more practical approach to libertarian ideas. Learn more >>>  Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Brother Hazel returns to the show for a special episode of pop culture, beer and a lot of hard work on Shane's part to blip out all the explicit commentary. We focus on Rick Gervais' seriously funny, and seriously serious performance at the 2020 Golden Globes. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

We could all imagine the worst when we heard of the retaliatory strikes from Iran, but the worst didn't happen, on the contrary. We listen and talk about Trump's press release and comments from Sarah Sanders, Thomas Massie, Matt Gaetz, Mike Lee, Mike Pompeo, and Nancy Pelosi in response to war powers. Read House Resolution 83 >>> bit.ly/hcr83, Check out spendingtracker.org and Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Part two episode on the recent developments following the targeted strike killing General Soleimani. Where is the war propaganda coming from and who is consistent? Then we make the mistake of diving into the comment section on social media. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod Full show notes >>> bit.ly/tr_153 Episodes mentioned: 97. Iran, The Sound of War in the Gulf >>> bit.ly/tr_97 141. Scott Horton >>> bit.ly/tr_141

We christen the new temporary studio with a two-part episode on the recent developments following the targeted strike killing General Soleimani. How loud is the war propaganda, and why you should be skeptical when claims come with no explanation and no proof. We listen to Trump's PR and we talk about the Constitutional implication. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod Full show notes >>> bit.ly/tr_152 Episodes mentioned: 97. Iran, The Sound of War in the Gulf >>> bit.ly/tr_97 141. Scott Horton >>> bit.ly/tr_141

The first episode of the year with a continuation of a less political side of The Rebellion as Shane and Banks discusses the value of wholeness and the steps you can take to change the course of history. Plus a little politics sprinkled on top towards the end. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

It's a Christmas episode as we veer off from the usual political track to focus on some fun from 2019. Don't worry there's still a bunch of liberty crammed in, and some unavoidable politics. Banks and Shane give their list of 10-ish top favorites from 2019, including gifts, life hacks, youtube channels, podcast episodes and more. Merry Christmas with friends and family and may the New Year bring you Liberty and Peace. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod Favorites mentioned (partial): MagBak for iPhone >>> bit.ly/mb4ip (Shane) Sean Vigue Fitness >>> bit.ly/sv_yoga (Shane) Unregistered #87 >>> bit.ly/unr_87 (Banks) Mises/Spooner Article >>> bit.ly/mises_onvoting (Banks) Swiss Army Nail Clipper >>> bit.ly/sa_nail (Banks) Favorite Rebound Movie (post recording): The Rise of Skywalker >>> bit.ly/sw_riseofsky (Shane)

First, with student loan debt at $1.5 trillion (view the numbers here >>> bit.ly/sld_f2019) we discuss the value of the piece of paper itself with insight from Elon Musk and former Rep. Charles Gregory. Then, AG Barr thinks that if we aren't careful in our consideration of law enforcement they may not "protect and serve" us anymore. Finally, a look at retiring Sen. Johnny Isakson's farewell speech. What's important to an establishment politician of 45 years? Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Banks and Shane take a look at one of the favorites for the LP presidential nomination in 2020, Jacob Hornberger where they discuss his take on foreign policy, specifically what it does to active duty military and veterans. Then we discuss the cannabis/gun conspiracy. Are States using legal cannabis to deny gun rights? Read the ATF letter >>> bit.ly/atf_canna2a Finally a new grant proposal might offend some. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Follow up on episode 136. Transgendering Children in America the Debate. >>> bit.ly/tr_136 with friend of the show, Stephen Johnson who came on the show, not to debate, but to question and clarify points and continue the conversation of the subject of children transitioning in America. What are the proper definitions? What's the science? Where is the culture? Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod 

A long form conversation with candidate for Georgia's State House, District 103 in the 2020 Republican Primary Election. If you are, or know a candidate who wants to come on the podcast, regardless of party, send an email to >>> info@rebellionpod.com, Check out Donald's website >>> donaldforgeorgia.com and Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod 

Clarence Thomas clickbait comment about liberals being Klansmen. Look at US Senate appointment in Georgia and how the MAGA crowd is reacting. Then, we talk about sanctuary second amendment counties and Rep. Stewart Jones' lastest bill to open up currency competition. Finally a look into the Wikileaks, 403 pages of documents exposing China's internment camps for Uyghurs/Muslims. Read the script for returning children >>> bit.ly/nyt_wiki_china and support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

In the fifth installment of "Original Documents" Banks and Shane read, dissect and discuss Anti-Federalist papers #9 and #10. Join The Rebellion >>> rebellionpod.com

First we take a look into West Virginia politics and a liberty candidate for Governor, Mike Folk a pilot and former State Delegate. Then we talk about the comfort index, the recent Supreme Court decision about civil assets forfeiture (theft), the current state of real estate and YouTube's change in TOS. Follow Mike Folk @MichaelFolk34 and Get Involved and Donate >>> Folk4WV.com and Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Here we go again, days and days of impeachment hearings. What are the big takeaways so far? Then we talk about a surprising report from the globalists on not only cannabis, but on the drug way in general. Read The Global Commission on Drug Policy's 2019 Report >>> bit.ly/gcodp_2019 and Watch the Press Conference >>> bit.ly/gcodp_pc Finally an update on Hong Kong and we discuss Disney +. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod 

Author, Podcaster, Director of the Libertarian Institute, Editorial Director of Antiwar.com, Host of Antiwar Radio (90.7 FM KPFK, Los Angeles and interviewee extrodinaire, Scott Horton joins The Rebellion to talk about everything war, peace and politics. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod and Full show notes >>> bit.ly/tr_141 Links mentioned: Antiwar.com >>> bit.ly/anti_war LibertarianInstitute.org >>> bit.ly/li_org ScottHorton.org >>> bit.ly/sh_org Books mentioned: Fool's Errand >>> bit.ly/fe_sh The Great Ron Paul >>> bit.ly/tgrp_sh Articles mentioned: The Redirection, Seymour Hersh >>> bit.ly/tr_sh_tny Episodes mentioned: 137. Mark Zuckerberg and Bashar al-Assad are Right. >>> bit.ly/tr_137

Debra Williams, a Former Kennesaw City Council Member and long time Republican blasts her own GOP, putting principle over party, politicians and popularity. She discusses the ignorance of straight ticket voting and her first encounters with Banks and Shane. Then we discuss the issues of immigration, Matt Bevin's loss, government deficits and the Libertarian Mises Caucus. Support the podcast ››› pateron.com/rebellionpod

Even if you think the concept of tariffs are a good idea, and tariff wars are a necessary tool to protect an economy, you can't defend the perverted system that has metastasized because of them. You've been lied to! Check out Louis Rossmann's full video >>> bit.ly/lr_tariffs Then we talk about a stupid decision by the NCAA, how he government plays into it and finish off by discussing the definition of "manifest Destiny". Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Long-time listener of the show, Kelli, joins the podcast to talk about her experience in the Republican Party, from member to leadership as President of the Republican Women of Forsyth County, the First Vice-Chair of the Georgia Federation of Republican Women, and now Governor Elect of the Georgia Civitan Club. Check Constitutional voting records @ bit.ly/free_index and Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

Twitter and Facebook split on political ads and free speech on their platforms. Who's right, Zuck or Dorsey? Then Syria is back in the news with quotes from Trump and Assad, can you guess who is telling the truth? What if it was both of them? Finally, transgendering children is back in the news. How should the government get involved? Donate to Matt Gurtler >>> bit.ly/donate_mg Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod Episodes mentioned: Matt Gurtler Part 1 >>> bit.ly/tr_58 Matt Gurtler Part 2 >>> bit.ly/tr_61

Banks and Shane feverishly debate the details surrounding parents rights and children's rights when it comes to the question of transitioning. What are parents allowed to do, and what should they do? Have we lost all sense of responsibility and patience? Is it possible that the most reasonable overview is apart from cultural ideology? We look at the bizarre case of Jeffrey Younger and his custody battle in Texas. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod 

We analyze and talk about Edward Snowden's latest appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience to promote his new book. Does he think he's a hero? What has he been doing in Russia? Will he ever come back the the US? Once you've listen to our take make sure to check out the books, movies and of course the original podcast. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod  Links mentioned: No Place to Hide, Glenn Greenwald >>> bit.ly/npth_gg Permanent Record, Edward Snowden >>> bit.ly/pr_es JRE #1368 - Edward Snowden >>> bit.ly/jre_1368 Citizenfour (2014) >>> bit.ly/imdb_cf Snowden (2016) >>> bit.ly/imdb_s

Over three years after the UK voted for Brexit what's happening? Are they leaving? Do deadlines means anything? What happens when the law is lawless? Then we dive into a positive from Facebook, graciously brought to us by the wonderful individuals at Pod Save America. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod 

After a quick update on the latest scare tactic concerning flavored vapes and how Pro-Life activists are cow-towing to Ralston we dive into Hillary Clinton being called out by Tulsi Gabbard in an explosive tweet. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod

After a brief message about health and nutrition we dive into the CNN Equality Townhall and listen to some of the highlights from the likes of Warren, Beto and the SJWs. Then we discuss the serious situation in Syria and how neocons and Trump haters and going all out to sound the drums of war. Rand Paul exposes they flawed logic on the view. Finally and question from The Matrix. Who is our enemy? Support the show >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod 

A truly free market isn't perfect, case in point the NBA, Activision/Blizzard, Nike, Disney... They have all decided to kowtow to China to penetrate the vast 1B+ market, but is it a good business decision? Are Hong Kong and freedom worth betraying for short term gain? Who is calling them out? None other than the educational program, South Park! Then we talk about Trump's latest anti-war tweet and how that plays out in today's political theatre. Support the podcast >>> patreon.com/rebellionpod