We Are Libertarians

I was honored to (and surprised) to be asked as a guest on Jacob Winograd's show The LCI Green Room over at the Libertarian Christian Institute to talk about the “Grill Pill”—a mindset that's all about stepping back from the chaos of national politics to focus on what really matters: faith, family, community, and yes, sometimes literally grilling. He and I unpack the emotional toll of constant political engagement, why many of us are disillusioned with activism, and how to reorder our lives around what God has actually called us to. We talk about libertarianism, Christian cultural engagement, and the dangers of making politics an idol. This one's honest, raw, and full of hard-won wisdom. Hope it helps you recalibrate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senior policy analyst James Czerniawski of Americans for Prosperity joins The Chris Spangle Show to break down the Spectrum Pipeline Act of 2025 and why it's crucial for America's digital future. From unlicensed spectrum access for startups to restoring FCC auction authority, Czerniawski explains how wireless innovation impacts everyday life—and why keeping pace with China matters. ⁠https://youtu.be/Kujolbpm9W4⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Chris Spangle and Alejandro Ramos as they discuss why civics education is crucial for America's future. Alejandro outlines his Citizenship Empowerment Framework, emphasizing foundational documents, media literacy, courageous dialogue, and community engagement to combat polarization and misinformation. Ramos, a second-generation immigrant, shares personal insights on immigration, birthright citizenship, and the importance of civics in creating informed, engaged citizens. Why Civic Education Must Be at the Forefront of Reform - https://dcjournal.com/why-civic-education-must-be-at-the-forefront-of-reform/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Spangle is joined by Alex Rosado, professional programs assistant at the Alexander Hamilton Society, to unpack the complexities of U.S.-China trade relations. They break down the legacy of Trump's “Phase One” deal, why China fulfilled only 57% of its commitments, and how tactics like invoice manipulation and transshipment undermine global trade norms. The conversation also explores reshoring U.S. manufacturing, the AI and semiconductor arms race, and China's internal demographic and economic challenges. Together, they examine how America can balance skepticism with strategy in navigating future trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I was honored to give the commencement address at a homeschool high school graduation. In this speech, I encouraged graduates to resist the pull of shallow success and instead pursue lives rooted in faith, service, and meaningful relationships. Drawing inspiration from Jane Addams and Abraham Kuyper, I highlighted how small, faithful choices—made consistently—can transform communities and leave a lasting legacy. ⁠https://youtu.be/o7rT4hY4s7k⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Chris Spangle Show, Chris welcomes William Dunstan, a Canadian political commentator and Young Voices contributor, for a wide-ranging discussion about U.S.-Canada relations, Canadian politics, and the impact of Donald Trump's policies on Canada's upcoming elections. Chris explains the long-running joke about Canadians on the show and reflects on the serious consequences of anti-American sentiment in Canada today. William outlines how tariffs, the "51st state" comments, and Trump's rhetoric are reshaping Canadian nationalism and boosting the Liberal Party's chances. They also explore the challenges young Canadians face, including housing affordability, economic stagnation, and why free tuition and rent control policies are missing the mark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris welcomes back Augustina Vergara Cid to discuss the moral and philosophical costs of dehumanization, particularly in the context of immigration. Drawing on her personal experience immigrating to the U.S. and her deep appreciation for American ideals, Augustina offers a compelling defense of dignity, liberty, and due process for all people. "When rhetoric reduces immigrants to invaders, criminals, or cultural threats, it paves the way for policies that strip them of their basic rights and humanity and erode freedom for everyone in America." - Agustina Vergara Cid The hateful rhetoric against immigrants is nothing new - https://www.dailynews.com/2025/03/30/the-hateful-rhetoric-against-immigrants-is-nothing-new/ https://youtu.be/V9i9A7sR8A0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Silverstein, JD candidate at Villanova University, joins Chris Spangle to explain the unitary executive theory through the case of Gwen Wilcox, former chair of the National Labor Relations Board, who sued after being fired by President Trump. Ryan discusses the legal history, constitutional questions, and implications for executive power in American government. A Gift To The Conservative Legal Movement - https://archive.ph/wCaU0#selection-491.0-627.381 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Independent policy consultant Cruz Garcia joins Chris Spangle to discuss why many Latino voters support former President Donald Trump's immigration policies. Cruz, whose own family experienced the challenges of undocumented immigration, shares personal stories and insights into why public safety and conservative values are increasingly resonating within Latino communities. He explains policies like the Lake and Riley Act and addresses concerns about potential abuses in Trump's immigration approach. While Trump Deports Undocumented Immigrants, Latino Voters Are Optimistic - https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2025/02/14/while_trump_deports_undocumented_immigrants_latino_voters_optimistic__152354.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan expanded its state-funded pre-K program by 20,000 seats—but only 6,000 children enrolled. Why are parents opting out of free preschool programs like Head Start and the Great Start Readiness Program? In this episode, Chris Spangle talks with Susanna Barnes Pettit, a social mobility fellow with Young Voices, about parental choice, preschool funding, and why families still prefer community-based options like parochial or nature-based schools. Chris and Susanna also explore how universal pre-K fits into broader education debates, discuss their own childhood experiences, and reflect on what parents truly want in early childhood education. Petitt: Michigan's Pre-K promise can do more to reach families - https://www.detroitnews.com/story/opinion/2025/02/23/petitt-michigans-pre-k-promise-can-do-more-to-reach-families/79433009007/ https://youtu.be/tXSKMSgR0ks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

April 2, 2025—dubbed “Liberation Day” by Donald Trump—new sweeping tariffs were announced, including a 10% baseline on all imports and steep country-specific increases. But is this protectionist move really the start of an American economic revival, or just a massive tax hike on American families? Chris Spangle is joined by Aiden Grogan, a writer and Ph.D. student at Liberty University, to examine the economic consequences of tariffs, the myths of protectionism, and the real reasons manufacturing is returning to the U.S. Tariffs Won't Bring On the "Golden Age of America" - https://www.realclearmarkets.com/articles/2025/02/25/tariffs_wont_create_the_golden_age_of_america_1093222.html#google_vignette https://youtu.be/3W4tjgD-1XI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gaby Blanco, a speaker for the Dissident Project and Gideons International, joins Chris Spangle to discuss the reality of life in Cuba today. Contrary to popular belief following Obama-era policy changes, Cuba remains under intense oppression. Gaby shares her personal journey growing up in Cuba, becoming a Christian, and her experiences highlighting ongoing persecution, government spying in churches, and the complicated role of the Vatican in Cuban politics. Cuba and the Vatican Deal in the Face of U.S. Elections - https://www.realclearworld.com/articles/2025/03/07/cuba_and_the_vatican_deal_in_the_face_of_us_elections_1096115.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are tariffs taxes in disguise? Matt Cookson, a policy fellow at Young Voices and contributor at the Mises Institute, explains the complicated truth behind tariffs. Learn why the U.S. Constitution originally placed tariff-setting power in the hands of Congress and how it ended up under presidential control during the Roosevelt administration. Cookson details how tariffs actually harm consumers, disrupt supply chains, and inject uncertainty into markets. Plus, we discuss the political realities that make Congress hesitant to reclaim its authority and what steps they could take—such as repealing the 1934 Reciprocal Tariffs Act—to restore constitutional balance. Congress Needs to Be Jealous of its Tariff Powers - https://mises.org/mises-wire/congress-needs-be-jealous-its-tariff-powers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've been a longtime listener to this show, you know there are several things that we've emphasized over the years like the importance of friendship, healthy masculinity, and growing civil society within our local communities. For the last year, I have been hosting a podcast for Citizen 7, a local group dedicated to building deep friendships between men with the hope that it will spark redemptive change within Indianapolis. Big Hearted Indy is a podcast about friendship making a difference, and I think you will be encouraged by adding it to your podcast app.  This is my favorite episode. My cohost Don Palmer and I welcome guest host Dave Neff, Rex Fisher and Mark Nottingham to the podcast to discuss their journeys of navigating careers, family life, and community investments. Listen in as they discuss their experiences with Edge Mentoring, Shepherd Community Center, and their entrepreneurial endeavors, providing valuable insights on balancing faith, work, and relationships in the vibrant city of Indianapolis.  Download the podcast here: https://link.chtbl.com/citizen7 Here is the YouTube Channel. Please subscribe. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0WsfdKBmcWgliQnVsHyUg Learn more about Citizen 7 and sign up for emails here: https://citizen7indy.com/ Video - https://youtu.be/Gm8lrLaAhkQ?si=n6pEGBCW_ximh5hL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I talk with Agustina Vergara Cid, an immigration policy expert, to break down the complex issue of birthright citizenship and President Trump's day-one executive order attempting to alter it. We discuss the history and legal foundation of birthright citizenship, tracing its roots to the 14th Amendment and the 1898 Supreme Court case, Wong Kim Ark, which affirmed that anyone born on U.S. soil (except for children of diplomats) is an American citizen. Agustina explains how Trump's executive order aims to deny citizenship to children of non-citizen visa holders and undocumented immigrants—something she believes is a direct constitutional challenge. We explore the motivation behind the order, the likelihood of it surviving court scrutiny, and how immigration laws in Europe and the U.S. differ, particularly in how they impact assimilation. We also discuss: The myth of "anchor babies" and why the 21-year waiting period makes it an unlikely incentive. How countries like Germany have struggled with immigration assimilation due to restrictive citizenship policies. The broader implications of Trump's immigration strategy, including targeting legal immigrants and even denaturalized citizens. The welfare state argument, whether immigrants receive massive government payments, and how cities like New York are handling recent arrivals. Why Agustina believes America should strive for more Americans, not fewer, and the economic and cultural benefits of a strong immigration policy. This was an insightful conversation about what it means to be an American, how immigration policies shape the nation, and the real-world impact of political rhetoric. Agustina Vergara Cid, LL.B. and LL.M., is a Young Voices contributor focusing on immigration policy. Her commentary has appeared in The Orange County Register, Newsweek, and The Hill. Follow her on X: @agustinavcid Follow Agustina Vergara Cid on: Twitter/X: @agustinavcid Instagram: @agustinavcid Ending Birthright Citizenship Won't Make America Great - https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2025/01/29/ending_birthright_citizenship_wont_make_america_great_152263.html Video - https://youtu.be/A_-qurj0e3k Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Spangle kicks off the episode with a deep dive into why Super Bowl halftime shows always spark controversy, tracing the evolution of performances from marching bands to modern artists like Kendrick Lamar and Rihanna. He highlights how reactions often reveal deeper cultural and generational divides, touching on race, media consumption, and changing societal tastes. In the second half, Chris is joined by Addison Hosner, COO of Young Voices, to discuss presidential pardon powers and their impact on the rule of law. They explore the historical context, the January 6 pardons, and the potential precedent these actions set for the future. Addison offers his expert perspective as an attorney, breaking down the legal and constitutional implications of high-profile pardons and why maintaining trust in the justice system is crucial for America's future. Don't miss this conversation that blends pop culture and politics for a fresh, thought-provoking take. Addison Hosner is the chief operating officer of Young Voices, based in Washington, D.C., and is a licensed DC and Florida attorney. Biden's pardons raised eyebrows, but Trump's insulted justice itself - https://thehill.com/opinion/criminal-justice/5122921-bidens-pardons-raised-eyebrows-but-trumps-insulted-justice-itself/ https://youtu.be/1CA-S7eSq9g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we dive into the TikTok ban, explaining how Congress passed a law requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok, only for both Biden and Trump to refuse enforcement. Spangle is joined by Ed Tarnowski to break down the implications for the rule of law, executive power, and the growing tension between Congress and the presidency. Plus, Spangle shares his approach to staying informed without being overwhelmed. Ed Tarnowski is a Policy and Advocacy Director at EdChoice and host of the State of Choice Podcast. At EdChoice, he leads the organization's advocacy efforts on national policy. He is a young voices contributor.  A TikTok-ing Time Bomb for the Rule of Law - https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2025/01/30/a_tiktok-ing_time_bomb_for_rule_of_law_152273.amp.html Video - https://youtu.be/qOP2sm5GSKo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Nov 28, 2018: Chris Spangle examines what causes wildfires and how we can prevent them. Was Donald Trump right when he said the government makes wildland fires worse? What libertarian principles would significantly reduce both the frequency and damage of wildfires? Show Notes: https://wearelibertarians.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Wildfire.pdf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We start out the show with a couple of personal announcements about my family and career, and then Harry Price, Rhinehold and I deal with the fact that it's hard to be a principled libertarian. First, there are some good things the government does at a local level. Secondly, the libertarian ideology is barely popular with libertarians. So I ask them, "what's the point?" Harry gives me a good answer.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caleb Franz, the author of "The Conductor: The Story of Rev. John Rankin, Abolitionism's Essential Founding Father," joins me to share his incredible story and how it applies to our own day.  The Conductor: The Story of Rev. John Rankin, Abolitionism's Essential Founding Father - https://amzn.to/415fKbl This episode is brought to you by Trijent's new Universal Mech-loader - https://trijent.com/spangle Trijent, a pioneering small business, proudly introduces the Universal Mech-loader. This advanced speedloader is designed for a variety of ammunition types including 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 Auto, .223/5.56mm, and 7.62mm. It significantly reduces loading time, minimizes hand fatigue, and enhances your shooting practice. With its adjustable mechanism, the Universal Mech-loader fits multiple magazine types, ensuring a universal fit for your firearms. Transform your time at the range with efficiency and ease. Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Eric Larson of the Paradocs podcast joins me to discuss what we think RFK Jr. wants to do if confirmed as head of the Health and Human Services division, what he might get done, and some priorities he ought to do to make America healthy again. q Video - https://youtube.com/live/wt69j-XebVg This episode is brought to you by Trijent's new Universal Mech-loader - https://trijent.com/spangle Trijent, a pioneering small business, proudly introduces the Universal Mech-loader. This advanced speedloader is designed for a variety of ammunition types including 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 Auto, .223/5.56mm, and 7.62mm. It significantly reduces loading time, minimizes hand fatigue, and enhances your shooting practice. With its adjustable mechanism, the Universal Mech-loader fits multiple magazine types, ensuring a universal fit for your firearms. Transform your time at the range with efficiency and ease. Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is finally over! Donald Trump won the presidency in one of the greatest political comebacks in American history. Why did Trump win, and why did Kamala Harris lose? We look at 2024's fear-based political messaging from both sides and the mental health crisis it caused, the economic frustrations across America, and the disillusionment of younger generations. We also look at the Libertarian Party's fifth-place finish and why, and we touch on the role of local community engagement in political change.  This episode is brought to you by Trijent's new Universal Mech-loader - https://trijent.com/spangle Trijent, a pioneering small business, proudly introduces the Universal Mech-loader. This advanced speedloader is designed for a variety of ammunition types including 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 Auto, .223/5.56mm, and 7.62mm. It significantly reduces loading time, minimizes hand fatigue, and enhances your shooting practice. With its adjustable mechanism, the Universal Mech-loader fits multiple magazine types, ensuring a universal fit for your firearms. Transform your time at the range with efficiency and ease. Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special election eve edition of CSS, Rhinehold and discuss the latest polls, the impact of voter demographics, and make predictions for the upcoming election. We examine Ann Selzer's polling accuracy, trends in key battleground states, and potential election outcomes for both Trump and Harris. With a focus on early voting statistics, canvassing efforts, and historical context, we provide an in-depth analysis of what could happen on election day and beyond. This episode is brought to you by Trijent's new Universal Mech-loader - https://trijent.com/spangle Trijent, a pioneering small business, proudly introduces the Universal Mech-loader. This advanced speedloader is designed for a variety of ammunition types including 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 Auto, .223/5.56mm, and 7.62mm. It significantly reduces loading time, minimizes hand fatigue, and enhances your shooting practice. With its adjustable mechanism, the Universal Mech-loader fits multiple magazine types, ensuring a universal fit for your firearms. Transform your time at the range with efficiency and ease. Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every election is billed as the most important election of our lifetime. Choosing Kamala Harris or Donald Trump will not end America, but it does present two fundamentally different paths of political ideology for voters. Harry Price, Rhinehold, Brian Wholgemuth, and I discuss the future presidencies of Harris or Trump and what will happen in the days after the election.  This episode is brought to you by Trijent's new Universal Mech-loader - https://trijent.com/spangle Trijent, a pioneering small business, proudly introduces the Universal Mech-loader. This advanced speedloader is designed for a variety of ammunition types including 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 Auto, .223/5.56mm, and 7.62mm. It significantly reduces loading time, minimizes hand fatigue, and enhances your shooting practice. With its adjustable mechanism, the Universal Mech-loader fits multiple magazine types, ensuring a universal fit for your firearms. Transform your time at the range with efficiency and ease. Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leslie Corbly and I talk through a brief history of the Christian worldview's influence on the Republican Party, and how that has changed under the last decade with Donald Trump as its head. How does morality factor into the platform of a party that once touted itself as the bulwark of Judeo-Christian values in America?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leslie Corbly and I explore our evolving perspectives on faith, libertarianism, and worldview. We share our thoughts on the current state of the libertarian movement and their growing inclination toward a more faith-based understanding of the world and how our Christian worldviews shape our approach to politics and cultural issues. Books Mentioned -  What's Your Worldview?: An Interactive Approach to Life's Big Questions - https://amzn.to/3YhS4i3 Remaking the World: How 1776 Created the Post-Christian West - https://amzn.to/4dHZTC0 How Now Shall We Live? - https://amzn.to/3YlsOYm Born Again - https://amzn.to/4dDNEGN The Communist Manifesto - https://amzn.to/47ZKpbv A Christian Manifesto - https://amzn.to/4003mZm This episode is brought to you by Trijent's new Universal Mech-loader - https://trijent.com/spangle Trijent, a pioneering small business, proudly introduces the Universal Mech-loader. This advanced speedloader is designed for a variety of ammunition types including 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 Auto, .223/5.56mm, and 7.62mm. It significantly reduces loading time, minimizes hand fatigue, and enhances your shooting practice. With its adjustable mechanism, the Universal Mech-loader fits multiple magazine types, ensuring a universal fit for your firearms. Transform your time at the range with efficiency and ease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maintaining sanity amidst information overload in the AI-driven social media universe is getting harder. I touch on the nature of conspiracy theories on the rise in the aftermath of major news stories like Helene and FEMA, foreign disinformation campaigns, the role of local journalism, and the rise of a new religion. Trijent's new Universal Mech-loader sponsors this episode. - https://trijent.com/spangle Trijent, a pioneering small business, proudly introduces the Universal Mech-loader. This advanced speedloader is designed for a variety of ammunition types including 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 Auto, .223/5.56mm, and 7.62mm. It significantly reduces loading time, minimizes hand fatigue, and enhances your shooting practice. With its adjustable mechanism, the Universal Mech-loader fits multiple magazine types, ensuring a universal fit for your firearms. Transform your time at the range with efficiency and ease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I discuss the debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, including why he lost and how she didn't do well either. I also get into my thoughts on my conversation with LP Presidential candidate Chase Oliver after the debate and end with the story out of Springfield, OH, and the missing pets.  Autocracy in America Podcast - https://www.theatlantic.com/podcasts/autocracy-in-america/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following the Trump and Harris debate, the leading third-party candidate, Chase Oliver of the Libertarian Party, joined me live and in person from Circle City Studios to answer the questions asked of the Republican and Democratic candidates. Video - https://youtube.com/live/urMUq5358pI Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob Kendall invited me on his radio show 'Kendall & Casey' on WIBC in Indianapolis to discuss Robert Kennedy Jr. leaving the race while asking "Why can't third parties win."  Check out his show here: https://wibc.com/kendall-and-casey/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump has selected two Democrats to run his transition team. What does that mean for his potential administration? And Kamala Harris keeps changing her mind on big issues between 2020 and now without explanation. Plus, what is the actual solution to all of this?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Barack Obama gave a surprising speech at the Democratic National Convention where he took his own party to task over identity politics, and shared a better vision for American politics. Rhinehold, Hodey Johns, and I listen to it and share our thoughts. Video - https://www.youtube.com/live/0ileU6zLM_k?si=LDD8WTS5jrvlnjP_ Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robert Kennedy Jr. has dropped out of the Presidential race, and in his exit speech, he gave a scathing indictment of the Democratic Party and the Mainstream media that was worth hearing. Rhinehold, Hodey Johns, and I listen to it and explain why the two-party system has a stranglehold on our country.  Video - https://www.youtube.com/live/0ileU6zLM_k?si=LDD8WTS5jrvlnjP_ Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I listened to the speeches from the RNC convention today and compared them to the messages of the DNC convention. I analyzed Michelle Obama's speech to summarize the main arguments about America according to Democrats. To hear my take on the RNC, join us on Patreon or Substack. Join Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians Join Substack here: https://www.chrisspangle.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Good Morning Liberty podcast was nice enough to have me on to discuss Trump's troubled campaign. It is important to document now how Trump is running a poor campaign, because if he loses, half of the country will forget what I outline in this episode in exchange for a narrative that protects his ego. Subscribe to their show here: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally aired on the HarderBrunch Podcast on June 24, 2024. Video - https://youtu.be/wGiOM0lWhWk?si=mLEpmlNLyoMiKsJp On this episode of the Harder Brunch Podcast, we talk with Podcast Producer Chris Spangle (@cspangle) about working at the Bob and Tom Show, being a celebrity judge, and egg nog… Welcome to the Harder Brunch Podcast, where we blend the finest flavors of comedy and culture, dishing out engaging and entertaining conversations with a diverse array of personalities from across various industries. We invite guests rocking the worlds of stand-up comedy, food service, entrepreneurship, and beyond each week with your hosts Dyke Michaels and Thaddaeus J Mckee. Our podcast celebrates good vibes and the magic that unfolds when you gather people around a table. We treat our guests to a delicious five-course brunch and then dive into intriguing conversations that'll have you craving more. Each episode of the Harder Brunch Podcast features an exceptional lineup of guests, including comedians making their mark on the stand-up scene, passionate food truck owners, talented musicians, and innovative entrepreneurs. As we share a delectable brunch specially prepared for our guests, we dive into deep and entertaining conversations that cover a range of topics - from the creative process behind stand-up comedy to the challenges of running a food business and everything in between. The Harder Brunch Podcast nourishes the mind, body, and soul with its unique fusion of humor, culture, and insight. Whether you're a comedy enthusiast, a food lover, or simply someone who appreciates thought-provoking conversations, our podcast is guaranteed to leave you feeling inspired, informed, and thoroughly entertained. So, pull up a chair, grab a plate, and get ready to indulge in the most satisfying brunch experience you'll ever have - the Harder Brunch Podcast! Remember to subscribe and tune in every Monday for a fresh serving of food, fun, and fascinating discussions with the personalities shaping our world today. Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Biden has dropped out of the Presidential race, which clears a path for Vice President Kamala Harris to run against Republican Donald Trump. We discuss how Biden decided and what happens next at the DNC convention.  Video - https://youtu.be/KsPbwpHRQrM Kamala Harris's Record - https://www.chrisspangle.com/p/452-kamala-harriss-record How Biden Decided - https://www.politico.com/news/2024/07/21/why-biden-dropped-out-00170106 The delegate process: What happens next now that Biden has dropped out? - https://www.politico.com/news/2024/07/21/what-next-biden-00170001 Where can the money go: https://www.wsj.com/articles/biden-has-100-million-reasons-to-stay-in-election-finance-d8a2dfdf Democrats are a healthier party - https://politicalwire.com/2024/07/21/thoughts-on-joe-biden-stepping-aside/ Democrats Donate More Than $50 Million Online After Biden's Exit - https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/21/us/politics/bidens-exit-democratic-donations.html Trump donated to Harris for AG - https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/07/21/donald-trump-donation-kamala-harris-campaign-california/74493046007/ How the Bet on an 81-Year-Old Joe Biden Turned Into an Epic Miscalculation - https://www.wsj.com/politics/elections/joe-biden-age-condition-before-election-drop-out-c9fc46ef This Is Exactly What the Trump Team Feared - https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/07/trump-campaign-biden-dropping-out/679183/ It's Been Easy To Forget How Bad Kamala Harris Is - https://reason.com/2024/07/21/its-been-easy-to-forget-how-bad-kamala-harris-is/ Kamala Harris Is a Cop Who Wants To Be President - https://reason.com/2019/06/03/kamala-harris-is-a-cop-who-wants-to-be-president/ Cheeky video mocks Kamala Harris for "unburdened" catch-phrase - https://youtu.be/Ovi_raayD44?si=ZvlS9oEvvUKeiBV9 Coconut Tree - https://x.com/bailey_s26/status/1808313176402153792 Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From 8-16-2020 Chris Spangle and Rhinehold discuss the rise and prosecutorial record of Sen. Kamala Harris, who is now the presumptive nominee for Vice President on the Democratic ticket. Time Stamps: 00:12:30 - Harris' Background and Rise to Prominence 00:33:56 - Harris' Record as Prosecutor 00:54:00 - Ethical Problems As a Prosecutor 01:16:36 - Why vote third-party? Show Notes: https://wearelibertarians.com/wp-content/uploads/KamalaHarrisRecordShowNotes.pdf Video: https://youtu.be/J9gbhm306f4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Rinehold discuss the chaotic and rapidly changing political landscape. Topics include Biden's potential drop out of the race, the recent assassination attempt on Trump, the implications of Chevron deference being overturned, and the constant pressure to keep up with current political events. Chris shares personal challenges amid this chaos and reflects on U.S. politics' increasing uncertainty and unpredictability. The discussion also covers the possible manipulation within Biden's campaign, the impact of Project 2025, and speculations on the future of both Biden and Trump in the upcoming election. Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sadly, David Boaz of the Cato Institute passed away this past week. We were honored to speak to Boaz shortly after January 6th in 2021. David Boaz is the executive vice president of the Cato Institute and has played a key role in the development of the Cato Institute and the libertarian movement. He is the author of The Libertarian Mind: A Manifesto for Freedom and the editor of The Libertarian Reader. He joins Chris Spangle to discuss the importance of the rule of law in a free society.  View his bio here: https://www.cato.org/people/david-boaz Learn more about the rule of law: https://www.libertarianism.org/topics/rule-law And https://www.libertarianism.org/media/around-web/essential-hayek-rule-law Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leslie Corbly is an independent writer who joins Chris Spangle to discuss her work as a Christian libertarian writer using themes to critique progressive ideologies through poetry. They delve into her latest collection, 'Silent Suffering: Poems of Pain and Purpose,' while exploring themes such as pain, love, and hypocrisy in modern culture. Additionally, Chris reflects on how fatherhood has shifted his career goals from online fame to community service, sharing a personal parenting moment. Both Chris and Leslie emphasize the importance of integrity in content creation and public discourse, with Leslie discussing her use of platforms like Substack and Instagram to share her meaningful poetry.  Leslie Corbly's Website - https://lesliecorbly.com/ Silent Suffering: Poems of Pain and Purpose - https://amzn.to/3yQ1Xcw Video - https://youtu.be/f25nG1xPRDs Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sadly, David Boaz of the Cato Institute passed away this past week. No one shaped my view of libertarianism more than Boaz through his writing and speeches. Here, he speaks on the Three Principles of Libertarianism. This was recorded at Student's For Liberty's LibertyCon 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices