Podcast appearances and mentions of Jacob Sullum

Reason's Jacob Sullum traces the shared failures of drug prohibition and gun laws, showing how both undermine civil liberties, racial justice, and commonsense safety.

Today's show is chock full of goodness, starting in hour one with Jacob Sullum from Reason magazine, who comes in to discuss the latest in the Manhattan shooting and more. Then in hour two we'll catch up with Top Shot Chris Cheng for his monthly visit and then as always we'll finish up with our entertainment critic Willie Waffle.

Editor's note: We are off for President's Day today, but have a special edition featuring a guest writer today.Core to our mission at Tangle is offering perspectives from influential and thoughtful voices from across the political spectrum. As we've grown, our ability to advance that mission has also grown, allowing us a broader reach and new ways to offer coverage of political news to our subscribers.Today, we are pleased to publish a thoughtful essay from Jacob Sullum, senior editor at Reason, about President Joe Biden's and President Donald Trump's recent acts of clemency.Jacob Sullum, a senior editor at Reason magazine, is the author of Beyond Control: Drug Prohibition, Gun Regulation, and the Search for Sensible Alternatives, forthcoming from Prometheus Books.Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall. This podcast was recorded by Will Kaback and edited and engineered by Jon Lall. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75 and Jon Lall. Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Hunter Casperson, Kendall White, Bailey Saul, and Audrey Moorehead. Our logo was created by Magdalena Bokowa, Head of Partnerships and Socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Tuesday, January 21, 20254:20 pm: Senator Mike Lee joins Rod and Greg for their weekly conversation about what's happening in Washington, D.C., and today they'll discuss Biden's controversial pardons and Trump's first week priorities.4:38 pm: Jacob Sullum, Senior Editor at Reason.com joins Rod and Greg to discuss his piece about how Joe Biden's preemptive pardons undermine the rule of law.6:05 pm: Utah Congressman Mike Kennedy joins the program to discuss his inauguration day experience and what he expects from President Trump in his first days in office.6:38 pm: Daniel McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief of The Modern Age joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about his piece for the New York Post on how the promises President Trump made during his inauguration speech are exactly what America wants.

Today we'll start by covering some of the headlines from around the state and nation. Maybe the latest on where we go under the new administration. Then in hour two we'll be joined by Jacob Sullum from Reason Magazine in discussing the latest stay on Illinois' AWB and what it means. Then as always we'll finish up with Willie Waffle for our weekend entertainment review.

Trump's Victory: Assessing the Concerns with Jacob Sullum In this episode of "The Rational Egoist," host Michael Liebowitz tackles the pressing question: "Trump Won. Should we be Concerned?" Joining him is Jacob Sullum, Senior Editor at Reason magazine, to provide expert insights on this timely topic.As the nation grapples with the implications of Donald Trump's election victory, Liebowitz and Sullum will offer a rational, balanced analysis of the situation. Listeners can expect a thoughtful discussion that explores:The potential impact of Trump's presidency on policy and governancePossible shifts in domestic and foreign affairs The role of checks and balances in the American political systemImplications for individual liberties and constitutional rightsDrawing from Sullum's extensive experience in political commentary and journalism, this episode promises to cut through the noise and provide a clear-eyed assessment of the post-election landscape.Whether you're seeking to understand the potential consequences of Trump's win or looking for a reasoned perspective on the path forward, this conversation between Liebowitz and Sullum is not to be missed. Tune in for an informative and thought-provoking analysis that encourages critical thinking about the future of American politics Michael Leibowitz, host of The Rational Egoist podcast, is a philosopher and political activist who draws inspiration from Ayn Rand's philosophy, advocating for reason, rational self-interest, and individualism. His journey from a 25-year prison sentence to a prominent voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities highlights the transformative impact of embracing these principles. Leibowitz actively participates in political debates and produces content aimed at promoting individual rights and freedoms. He is the co-author of “Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime” and “View from a Cage: From Convict to Crusader for Liberty,” which explore societal issues and his personal evolution through Rand's teachings. Explore his work and journey further through his books:“Down the Rabbit Hole”: https://www.amazon.com.au/Down-Rabbit-Hole-Corrections-Encourages/dp/197448064X“View from a Cage”: https://books2read.com/u/4jN6xj join our Ayn Rand Adelaide Meetups here for some seriously social discussions on Freedom https://www.meetup.com/adelaide-ayn-rand-meetup/

Ravi speaks with Reason's Jacob Sullum about censorship, social media bias, and the link between political bias and platform moderation. They then turn to America's crime rates, analyzing how Trump and Harris have used competing narratives on crime to shape public perceptions in the lead-up to the election and the real factors influencing crime trends. Ravi then welcomes Bloomberg's Kristen Bellstrom to the show to discuss her series on the erosion of trust in American institutions. They explore how and why trust has been declining since the 1970s and what can be done to rebuild confidence in government, media, and business. Leave us a voicemail with your thoughts on the show! 321-200-0570 --- Follow Ravi at @ravimgupta Follow The Branch at @thebranchmedia Notes from this episode are available on Substack: https://thelostdebate.substack.com/ Lost Debate is available on the following platforms:  • Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lost-debate/id1591300785 • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7xR9pch9DrQDiZfGB5oF0F • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ravimgupta • Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vTERJNTc1ODE3Mzk3Nw  • iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-lost-debate-88330217/ • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/752ca262-2801-466d-9654-2024de72bd1f/the-lost-debate

Today is our favorite day and we'll be visiting with one of our favorite columnists/editors. Jacob Sullum, Senior Editor at Reason.com comes on board to share with us the recent court decisions from around the country in regard to 'sensitive places' and the ramifications from Bruen. Then in hour two we'll take some calls and talk about some other headlines before finishing up with our entertainment critic Willie Waffle.

Join Boyd Matheson in diving into Wednesday’s news about the Republican National Convention and rampant misinformation in our digital society. McKay Coppins talks with Boyd about how political violence makes our leaders live in fear, potentially influencing how those in power make decisions. Could federalism be the solution to our divided nation? J.D. Tuccille weighs in on what we can do for our country. Jacob Sullum shares the malleability of our legal concepts due to Congressional regulation power and More!

From the early 20th century debates over opium regulation to the expansive reading of the Commerce Clause in modern times, we witness a dramatic transformation in how the government justifies its authority to address national concerns. Jacob Sullum from Reason emphasizes that our constitutional history reveals not only the ingenuity of lawmakers but also the malleability of foundational legal concepts in the face of changing circumstances. As we examine this progression, we each need to reflect on the delicate balance between effective governance and the preservation of constitutional limitations, a tension that continues to shape American democracy today.

On this episode of Judge Week we tackle two Supreme Court decisions pertaining to firearms: United States v. Rahimi, and Garland vs. Cargill. Anastasia Boden of the Pacific Legal Foundation and Jacob Sullum of Reason join respectively to discuss. Support the show! Patreon.com/andrewheaton

Today we'll cover all the headlines from around the country and discuss in hour one, with your phone calls. And then in hour two we'll get a chance to chat with Jacob Sullum from Reason Magazine about his latest article discussing the New York Times faulty logic on crime stats.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (05/09/2024): 3:05pm- During an interview with CNN's Erin Burnett, President Joe Biden revealed that he would not supply weapons to Israel if they insisted on pursuing Hamas in Rafah. Rich notes that Congress explicitly provided $26 billion in military assistance for Israel in last month's $95 billion foreign aid bill. Is President Biden withholding weaponry (including precision targeting technology that would reduce civilian casualties) in order to appease radical progressives on college campuses? 3:15pm- While appearing on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, MSNBC host Jen Psaki said her role as former Biden White House Press Secretary somehow makes her more qualified to offer commentary on the administration. But doesn't that mean she can't really be objective? Psaki also acknowledged that President Joe Biden and his campaign team are very much aware that young voters on college campuses oppose American support for Israel. 3:30pm- Flashback: In 2019, President Joe Biden said of potentially cutting off aid to Israel: “The idea that we could cut off military aid to an ally—our only true, true ally in the region—is absolutely preposterous.” 3:40pm- Jay Town—Former United States Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the latest information on former President Trump's “hush money” trial in New York City as court resumes on Thursday. 4:05pm- Jacob Sullum of Reason writes that adult film star Stormy Daniels and former Trump attorney Michael Cohen both have real credibility issues. Will jurors conclude that revenge is the motivating factor behind their testimony against former President Donald Trump in his “hush money” trial? You can read Sullum's full article here: https://reason.com/2024/05/08/stormy-daniels-credibility-issues-reflect-a-broader-problem-with-key-witnesses-against-trump/ 4:30pm- Fatties for Palestine…yes, this is a real organization. 4:40pm- While speaking with Sage Steele, Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he would allow abortion up to the point of birth. Is he really going to steal votes from Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump? It seems unlikely. Kennedy is now on the ballot in Utah, Michigan, California, Delaware, and Oklahoma—and has the required signatures in New Hampshire, Nevada, Hawaii, North Carolina, Iowa, and Ohio. 4:50pm- Zach Schonfeld of The Hill writes: “[Donald] Trump's hush money judge rejected the former president's request to narrow his gag order so he can speak publicly about porn actor Stormy Daniels now that she has completed her testimony in Trump's ongoing criminal trial.” You can read more here: https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4654627-judge-denies-trump-request-to-narrow-gag-order-to-respond-to-stormy-daniels/ 5:05pm- Hollywood star Nick Searcy joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his new documentary, “The War on Truth”—which investigates what unfolded at the U.S. Capitol on January 6th, 2021. Searcy has starred in The Shape of Water, Three Billboards Outside of Ebbing, Missouri, and Moneyball. 5:20pm- Zach Schonfeld of The Hill writes: “[Donald] Trump's hush money judge rejected the former president's request to narrow his gag order so he can speak publicly about porn actor Stormy Daniels now that she has completed her testimony in Trump's ongoing criminal trial.” You can read more here: https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4654627-judge-denies-trump-request-to-narrow-gag-order-to-respond-to-stormy-daniels/ 5:35pm- Julie Kelly— Political Commentator & Author of “January 6: How Democrats Used the Capitol Protests to Launch a War on Terror Against the Political Right”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss developments in the now indefinitely postponed classified documents case being brought against former President Donald Trump by Special Counsel Jack Smith and her new article: “The DOJ's Doctored Crime Scene Photo of Mar-a-Lago Raid.” You can read Kelly's full report here: https://www.declassified.live/p/the-dojs-doctored-crime-scene-photo 5:50pm- While speaking with former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, Ann Coulter abhorrently suggested she wouldn't have voted for him because he's Indian-American—despite claiming she agrees with him on everything. 6:05pm- Christian Baldwin of NewsBusters writes: “New details have emerged in a congressional investigation into the Biden administration censorship enterprise that has curtailed free speech on a level unprecedented in American history. A new House Judiciary Committee report uncovered more of the Biden administration's collusion with Facebook, YouTube and Amazon to silence constitutionally protected speech. The administration in some cases threatened these companies, pushing them to censor content or change their moderation guidelines, specifically with regards to fighting ‘vaccine hesitancy' during the COVID-19 pandemic.” You can read the full report here: https://newsbusters.org/blogs/free-speech/christian-baldwin/2024/05/06/bombshell-judiciary-report-reveals-bidens-white 6:15pm- While speaking with CNN's Erin Burnett, President Joe Biden blamed the 30% increase in grocery prices on “corporate greed” and then suggested people “have the money to spend.” 6:35pm- During an interview with CNN's Erin Burnett, President Joe Biden revealed that he would not supply weapons to Israel if they insisted on pursuing Hamas in Rafah. Rich notes that Congress explicitly provided $26 billion in military assistance for Israel in last month's $95 billion foreign aid bill. Is President Biden withholding weaponry (including precision targeting technology that would reduce civilian casualties) in order to appease radical progressives on college campuses? 6:50pm- While appearing on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, MSNBC host Jen Psaki said her role as former Biden White House Press Secretary somehow makes her more qualified to offer commentary on the administration. But doesn't that mean she can't really be objective? Psaki also acknowledged that President Joe Biden and his campaign team are very much aware that young voters on college campuses oppose American support for Israel.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 2: 4:05pm- Jacob Sullum of Reason writes that adult film star Stormy Daniels and former Trump attorney Michael Cohen both have real credibility issues. Will jurors conclude that revenge is the motivating factor behind their testimony against former President Donald Trump in his “hush money” trial? You can read Sullum's full article here: https://reason.com/2024/05/08/stormy-daniels-credibility-issues-reflect-a-broader-problem-with-key-witnesses-against-trump/ 4:30pm- Fatties for Palestine…yes, this is a real organization. 4:40pm- While speaking with Sage Steele, Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he would allow abortion up to the point of birth. Is he really going to steal votes from Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump? It seems unlikely. Kennedy is now on the ballot in Utah, Michigan, California, Delaware, and Oklahoma—and has the required signatures in New Hampshire, Nevada, Hawaii, North Carolina, Iowa, and Ohio. 4:50pm- Zach Schonfeld of The Hill writes: “[Donald] Trump's hush money judge rejected the former president's request to narrow his gag order so he can speak publicly about porn actor Stormy Daniels now that she has completed her testimony in Trump's ongoing criminal trial.” You can read more here: https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4654627-judge-denies-trump-request-to-narrow-gag-order-to-respond-to-stormy-daniels/

If you would like to contact Jacob, please email him at: Jsullum@reason.com Jacob Sullum is a senior editor at Reason magazine and a nationally syndicated columnist. He is the author of Saying Yes: In Defense of Drug Use (Tarcher/Penguin) and For Your Own Good: The Anti-Smoking Crusade and the Tyranny of Public Health (Free Press). He is writing a book about the parallels between drug control and gun control, to be published by Prometheus Books in 2025. Sullum's weekly syndicated column, distributed by Creators Syndicate, is carried by newspapers across the country, including the New York Post, the Chicago Sun-Times, and the Las Vegas Review-Journal. His work also has appeared in Cigar Aficionado, Seed, Forbes, National Review, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, the San Francisco Chronicle, and many other publications. His awards include the Thomas S. Szasz Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Cause of Civil Liberties and the Drug Policy Alliance's Edward M. Brecher Award for Achievement in the Field of Journalism. Sullum is a graduate of Cornell University, where he majored in economics and psychology. He lives in Dallas with his wife and three daughters. The Doctor Patient Forum is a national non profit organization fighting for the rights of pain patients and their providers. We bring awareness to the untreated pain and patient abandonment crisis. We are also knows as Don't Punish Pain Rally. For the unedited version including before and after the show discussion, please go to our Patreon page: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/thedoctorpatientforum⁠ ⁠https://www.thedoctorpatientforum.com/⁠ #thedoctorpatientforum  #dontpunishpainrally #chronicpain #opioids #chronicpainpatient #patientabandonment #harmreduction #chronicillness #medicalgaslighting #dpfpatreon #pain #opioideliminationindustry #opioidelimination #patreon #thedoctorpatientforumpatreon #harmreduction #medicalgaslighting Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is not to be considered medical or legal advice --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-doctor-patient-forum/message

Today we'll dive right into some of the latest happenings in Colorado and California with Jacob Sullum from Reason Magazine. We'll spend hour one discussing it all. Then in hour two we may have a bit of call in and then finish things up with Willie Waffle for our weekend movie review.

Qualified immunity has been controversial for a long time. Like any law or policy, unclear wording easily becomes its downfall. Despite common use, qualified immunity applies far past our law enforcement, it applies to every officer of the state. Qualified immunity has led to a lot of confusion in our court system, and has enabled abuse by government officials. What needs to change? And what do you need to know? Jacob Sullum from Reason joins Boyd.

Finish the week off with Boyd as he commemorates Alexei Navalny's exceptional life and looks forward to what his death means for the future. Representative John Curtis joins the show to discuss his recently introduced No Forced Labor on TV Act. Get a deeper look at qualified immunity, presidential politics, immigration and more!

Guest Hosts: Marty Carpenter & Taylor Morgan Join our guest hosts Taylor Morgan and Marty Carpenter as they shift through what's been happening during the Utah General Session. Utah State Senate President Stuart Adams joins the show to talk about water sustainability and Rep Steve Eliason shares his plan for rural mental healthcare. Emma Camp brings her article on the real student loan crisis to the table, Jacob Sullum asks how far free speech goes in the current Amazon trial and more!  

Today we'll get a headline or two in before we dive right into it with Jacob Sullum from Reason magazine. His latest piece covers rumors about a new regulation coming out of the ATF. We'll see what's real and what's conjecture. Then in hour tow we'll chat with you and discuss other headlines before jumping into it with Willie Waffle for our weekend movie review.

The Chevron doctrine. On Wednesday, the Supreme Court heard arguments in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo and Relentless, Inc. v. Department of Commerce, two challenges to the so-called Chevron doctrine (or Chevron deference). The conservative-leaning court seems poised to limit or strike Chevron deference down, reversing 40 years of judicial precedent that was once championed by conservative icon and former Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia. You can read today's podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠, our “Under the Radar” story here, and today's “Have a nice day” story here. You can also check out our latest YouTube video about misinformation and fake news that has spread like wildfire in the three months since Hamas's attack on Israel and the subsequent fighting in Gaza here. Today's clickables: A few notes (0:44), Quick hits (2:58), Today's story (5:34), Right's take (10:05), Interview with Jacob Sullum (13:09), Left's take (26:50), Interview with Thomas Wolf (30:01), Isaac's take (40:09), Listener question (44:48), Under the Radar (48:05), Numbers (49:01), Have a nice day (50:03) You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here.  Are you a student interested in journalism, politics, and media? Know someone who is? We've opened applications for Tangle's college ambassador program and are looking for engaged, enthusiastic college students to represent Tangle on their campuses. Applications will be open from January 23-February 4, and the program will run through the spring semester. If you or someone you know is interested, we are accepting applications here. Email Will Kaback at will@readtangle.com with any questions! Take the poll. How do you think the Supreme Court should rule on Chevron deference? Let us know! Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and edited and engineered by Jon Lall. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.  Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Will Kaback, Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, and produced in conjunction with Tangle's social media manager Magdalena Bokowa, who also created our logo. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tanglenews/message

Today's the final Friday broadcast for the year. We'll take a look at all the Fireday headlines from around the country and then dive into it with Jacob Sullum from Reason magazine. His latest piece is about the NY Judicial system seeming to try to reinterpret the Bruen decision in their state. Then in hour two we'll continue with some calls and discussions and finish up with our final visit with Willie Waffle for the movie/streaming and entertainment review.

Today we cover all the headlines throughout the show, but we're going to start off with Jacob Sullum; editor at Reason Magazine. With him we'll discuss the recent decision by Judge Benitez in California and see if there really IS a chance that it could be overturned by the 9th Circuit on appeal. Then in hour two we'll take some calls with you and then finish up with our weekend entertainment report with Willie Waffle.

Today we'll start with some headlines and chat. Then we'll dive into both the Hunter Biden issues and the latest from Judge Benitez in California with Jacob Sullum, Senior Editor at Reason Magazine. Then in hour two we'll do some Q&A and open phones and finish it all off with Willie Waffle.

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints on the debate over the regulation of social media for minors. First on the show is Kara Frederick, Director of the Tech Policy Center at The Heritage Foundation. Later, we hear from Jacob Sullum, senior editor at Reason and a nationally syndicated columnist. You can find Kara on X, formerly Twitter, at @KaraAFrederick and Jacob at @JacobSullum. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/future-of-freedom/support

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 4: Political activists paid to have a plane fly a pro-Helen Gym banner over Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, PA during Taylor Swift's concert on Sunday. Philadelphia's Mayoral Primary will be held on Tuesday, May 16th. Interestingly, Forbes is reporting that Swift's latest concert tour could result in her being paid $500 million to $1.5 billion! Jacob Sullum of Reason Magazine writes about a U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia ruling that found it was unconstitutional to place age restrictions on handgun ownership for 18-to-20-year-olds. You can read the full report here: https://reason.com/2023/05/15/age-restrictions-on-handgun-sales-are-unconstitutional-a-federal-judge-rules/ Although interest rates are rising, credit card debt in America has hit an all-time high of $930 billion. While appearing on CNN's State of the Union with Dana Bash, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas claimed that illegal border crossings at the U.S. southern border are “markedly down” since Thursday—with 6,300 crossings on Friday and 4,200 on Saturday. Interestingly, in 2019, former Obama Administration Department of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson said 1,000 illegal border crossings per day would “overwhelm” the country.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (05/15/2023): 3:05pm- Political activists paid to have a plane fly a pro-Helen Gym banner over Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, PA during Taylor Swift's concert on Sunday. Philadelphia's Mayoral Primary will be held on Tuesday, May 16th. 3:10pm- Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) are endorsing progressive candidate Helen Gym for Philadelphia Mayor. On Saturday, the two prominent politicians attended a rally to benefit Gym—the rally was held at Franklin Music Hall in Spring Garden. Could these major endorsements give Gym an edge in the city's May 16th Mayoral Primary? 3:15pm- The New York Post's Editorial Board writes, “[w]e'll never know if a grand jury would've indicted Daniel Penny in the death of Jordan Neely, because Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg decided to skip that step—clearly because a horde of lefty politicians and raging protesters demanded it.” You can read the full article here: https://nypost.com/2023/05/12/in-rush-to-charge-daniel-penny-bragg-again-showed-hes-on-team-crime/?dicbo=v2-NHh1f9K 3:35pm- In the Wall Street Journal opinion section, Douglas Schoen and Andrew Stein hypothesize that former First Lady Michelle Obama might be the Democrat party's best option in 2024 if President Joe Biden ultimately decides not to run for reelection. You can read the editorial here: https://www.wsj.com/articles/if-biden-bows-out-how-about-michelle-obama-clinton-harris-backup-rematch-500342d0?mod=opinion_lead_pos5 3:40pm- Breaking News: In a 306-page report, Special Counsel John Durham has concluded that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) did not have sufficient reason to launch an investigation into unfounded allegations that there were ties between Donald Trump's 2016 campaign and Russian officials. 4:05pm- According to Special Counsel John Durham's report, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) not only improperly investigated Donald Trump but also used much higher standards when considering investigations into Hillary Clinton and her campaign. 4:10pm- According to Special Counsel John Durham's report, “FBI records prepared by [former FBI agent Peter] Strzok in February and March 2017 show that at the time of the opening of Crossfire Hurricane, the FBI had no information in its holdings indicating that at any time during the campaign anyone in the Trump had been in contact with any Russian intelligence officials.” You can read more about the Durham report here: https://www.dailywire.com/news/breaking-john-durhams-years-long-investigation-into-trump-russia-collusion-investigators-is-over 4:35pm- Despite finding that the FBI did not have sufficient reason for investigating the 2016 Donald Trump campaign, MSNBC's political correspondent Sara Murray claimed the Durham report was not evidence of a corrupt “deep state.” Meanwhile, MSNBC contributor—and formal Obama Administration official—Andrew Weissmann bizarrely called the report a “big fat nothing.” 4:50pm- While appearing on CNN's State of the Union with Dana Bash, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas claimed that illegal border crossings at the U.S. southern border are “markedly down” since Thursday—with 6,300 crossings on Friday and 4,200 on Saturday. Interestingly, in 2019, former Obama Administration Department of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson said 1,000 illegal border crossings per day would “overwhelm” the country. 5:05pm- The Drive at 5: 81-year-old Martha Stewart will be featured on the cover of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition. 5:15pm- Aruna Viswanatha and Sadie Gurman of The Wall Street Journal write of Special Counsel John Durham's findings: “He said the bureau swiftly pursued a vague tip about potential contacts between a Trump campaign aide and Russia authorities in July 2016, even though, the report says, the bureau had no other information in its files to corroborate any such contact. The Justice Department's inspector general in 2019 found similar flaws in the FBI inquiry but found the investigation was justified…He concluded that the FBI didn't rigorously analyze information it received, especially from people and groups with political affiliation, prolonging the investigation and prompting the appointment of Special Counsel Robert Mueller. Mr. Durham said the FBI was overly reliant on investigative leads from Mr. Trump's political opponents.” You can read the full article here: https://www.wsj.com/articles/fbi-faulted-for-its-probe-of-russian-meddling-in-2016-campaign-32287018?mod=hp_lead_pos4 5:30pm- The Mystery Movie Clip! 6:05pm- Political activists paid to have a plane fly a pro-Helen Gym banner over Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, PA during Taylor Swift's concert on Sunday. Philadelphia's Mayoral Primary will be held on Tuesday, May 16th. Interestingly, Forbes is reporting that Swift's latest concert tour could result in her being paid $500 million to $1.5 billion! 6:20pm- Jacob Sullum of Reason Magazine writes about a U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia ruling that found it was unconstitutional to place age restrictions on handgun ownership for 18-to-20-year-olds. You can read the full report here: https://reason.com/2023/05/15/age-restrictions-on-handgun-sales-are-unconstitutional-a-federal-judge-rules/ 6:35pm- Although interest rates are rising, credit card debt in America has hit an all-time high of $930 billion. 6:45pm- While appearing on CNN's State of the Union with Dana Bash, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas claimed that illegal border crossings at the U.S. southern border are “markedly down” since Thursday—with 6,300 crossings on Friday and 4,200 on Saturday. Interestingly, in 2019, former Obama Administration Department of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson said 1,000 illegal border crossings per day would “overwhelm” the country.

Today's a big one, we start with a few headlines and then dive into it with Jacob Sullum from Reason Magazine. He takes a look at the obsession over background checks. Then in hour two we're joined by Top Shot Chris Cheng from California. And finally we finish up the show with our entertainment/streaming/movie critic Willie Waffle.

Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Rational Egoist, where host Michael Liebowitz delves into thought-provoking topics from a rational perspective. In this episode, Michael is joined by renowned journalist and author Jacob Sullum to discuss the controversial and complex issue of the War on Drugs.The conversation explores the unintended consequences of drug prohibition and its impact on individual rights and freedom. Our hosts examine how prohibiting people from taking drugs leads to the imposition of taxes on drugs, driving up costs and reducing accessibility for those who may require them for legitimate medical purposes.Jacob and Michael also discuss how the prohibition of drugs forces manufacturers to create concentrated and adulterated versions, often laced with other substances to avoid detection. This not only poses a significant risk to users but also fuels a dangerous black market that operates outside the bounds of safety regulations and oversight.Furthermore, they shed light on how the War on Drugs restricts the medical use of certain substances, preventing doctors from prescribing potentially beneficial treatments to their patients. This overreach of government intervention in healthcare decisions ultimately leads to errors and suboptimal patient outcomes.Join Michael Liebowitz and Jacob Sullum as they dissect the complexities of the War on Drugs from a rational lens, advocating for rational self-interest and individual liberty

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (03/15/2023): 3:05pm- On Tuesday, Congressman Jeff Van Drew—Republican representing New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District—held a town hall meeting to address the estimated fourteen whales that have washed up along the Atlantic coast since December 2022. Many environmental experts believe the sudden, drastic uptick in whale deaths is linked to offshore wind development's usage of sonar to map the ocean's floor. Why doesn't New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy do something to halt this disturbing trend? 3:30pm- Rich recaps Congressman Jeff Van Drew's (R-NJ) town hall. PLUS why is NPR bizarrely blaming Atlantic coast whale deaths on lobstermen? 3:50pm- Listener “Groovie Grapes” on Twitter hilariously declares, “Captain Ahab had more compassion for whales than Gov. Murphy.” 4:05pm- On Wednesday, the House Homeland Security Committee held a field hearing in McAllen, Texas to address the crisis currently unfolding at the U.S. Southern border. Amazingly, no Congressional Democrats attended the hearing. Congressman Mark Green (R-TN) vociferously condemned his Democrat colleagues for boycotting the hearing, failing to help “shine a light on the truth,” and ultimately partaking in an unproductive “political stunt." 4:15pm- Following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, the Treasury Department, the Federal Reserve, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation announced they will guarantee all customer deposits—even those exceeding the FDIC's standard $250,000 per depositor guarantee. While speaking on the Senate floor, Sen. John Kennedy (R-LA) stated: “I'm not going to bubble wrap it…It's a bailout.” 4:30pm- Abimbola and Olabinjo Osundairo—the Nigerian brothers hired by actor Jussie Smollet to fake a hate crime—spoke with Fox News and provided play-by-play of how the hoax unfolded in January of 2019. 4:45pm- On Tuesday, a Russian Su-27 jet collided with a U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drone—causing the drone to crash-land in the Black Sea. While speaking with the press, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and General Mark Milley denied that the incident amounted to a potential act of war. According to reports, Russia is now attempting to recover the $32 million U.S. drone. 5:05pm- The Drive at 5: Dr. Wilfred Reilly—Professor of Political Science at Kentucky State University & Author of “Taboo: 10 Facts You Can't Talk About”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Stanford Associate Dean of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Tirien Steinbach interrupting a speech being given by Judge Kyle Duncan, a Trump-appointed judge serving on the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. Steinbach claimed of Judge Duncan's guest lecture, “for many people at the law school…your advocacy, your opinions from the bench, land as absolute disenfranchisement of their rights.” What is happening on college campuses? 5:40pm- James O'Keefe joins The Rich Zeoli Show to announce the launch of his latest media venture—O'Keefe Media Group. The group promises to empower and equip “a movement of thousands of people…with the support of an in-house team of elite journalists to bring factual, unbiased stories to light. Plus, O'Keefe is hassled by CNN live on-air! Learn more about the newly established O'Keefe Media Group here: https://www.okeefemediagroup.com 6:05pm- While appearing on The Daily Show with Kal Penn, President Joe Biden claimed it was “close to sinful” that states like Florida have passed legislation restricting “gender affirming” surgeries on children. PLUS did Kal Penn steal Rich's Buffalo Bill bit? 6:30pm- Momma Zeoli warns Rich to be nice to people… 6:35pm- In his most recent editorial, Reason's Jacob Sullum argues that President Joe Biden “wants to redefine federally licensed gun dealers in service of an ineffective anti-crime strategy.” You can read the full article here: https://reason.com/2023/03/14/bidens-plan-to-unilaterally-expand-background-checks-for-gun-buyers-is-legally-and-logically-dubious/ 6:45pm- Was Brendan Frasier's Academy Award winning performance in “The Whale” fatphobic? Dove soap seems to think so—tweeting: “Stop giving fat suits awards!! We want better representation in Hollywood.”

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 4: While appearing on The Daily Show with Kal Penn, President Joe Biden claimed it was “close to sinful” that states like Florida have passed legislation restricting “gender affirming” surgeries on children. PLUS did Kal Penn steal Rich's Buffalo Bill bit Momma Zeoli warns Rich to be nice to people... In his most recent editorial, Reason's Jacob Sullum argues that President Joe Biden “wants to redefine federally licensed gun dealers in service of an ineffective anti-crime strategy.” You can read the full article here: https://reason.com/2023/03/14/bidens-plan-to-unilaterally-expand-background-checks-for-gun-buyers-is-legally-and-logically-dubious/ Was Brendan Frasier's Academy Award winning performance in “The Whale” fatphobic? Dove soap seems to think so—tweeting: “Stop giving fat suits awards!! We want better representation in Hollywood.”

In this episode, I talk to Jacob Sullum, senior editor at Reason magazine, about a recent piece he wrote entitled The Perils of Trying to Curtail Hazily Defined ‘Disinformation'. In this article, he discusses a recent rating given to Reason by an organization called the Global Disinformation Index (GDI) that named Reason as one of the '10 riskiest online news sources' in the United States. In this interview, we discuss the subjectivity that is inherent in popular conceptions of ‘disinformation', how the criteria used by the GDI are deeply contradictory, how the GDI received funding from the State Department, and why free speech and the 1st Amendment are so important. Jacob provides a wide-sweeping and insightful analysis of the massive contemporary (mis)use of the term ‘disinformation' and the ways in which organizations often wrongly apply it in popular discourse.  Media Referenced:The Perils of Trying to Curtail Hazily Defined ‘Disinformation', Jacob Sullum: https://reason.com/2023/02/15/the-perils-of-trying-to-curtail-hazily-defined-disinformation/Jacob Sullum on Reason: https://reason.com/people/jacob-sullum/Jacob Sullum on Twitter: @jacobsullumGlobal Disinformation Index Website: https://www.disinformationindex.org/ Questions, comments, suggestions? Please reach out to me at theprotestantlibertarian@gmail.com.  You can also follow the podcast on Twitter: @prolibertypod. If you like the show and want to support it, you can! Check out the Protestant Libertarian Podcast page at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theplpodcast. Also, please consider giving me a star rating and leaving me a review, it really helps expand the shows profile! Thanks! 

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (02/21/2023): 3:05pm- On Saturday night, Temple University police Officer Christopher Fitzgerald was shot to death while responding to a robbery at 17th Street and West Montgomery Avenue, according to 6ABC News. Chad Pradelli and Sharifa Jackson report that the alleged shooter “stood over [Officer Fitzgerald] and shot him several more times in the head while he was on the ground.” The alleged shooter is being held without bail—he was arrested in 2021 for making a terroristic bomb threat. 3:15pm- While addressing the shooting death of Temple University police officer Christopher Fitzgerald, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney bizarrely compared the sale of alcohol to the sale of firearms—ultimately blaming the loose interpretations of the 2nd Amendment for violence throughout the city. 3:25pm- During a Tuesday press conference, Philadelphia May Jim Kenney stated: “You can say you back the blue, but if you don't back gun control…you don't back the blue.” 3:40pm- New Jersey State Senator Ed Durr joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the unmitigated violence in neighboring Philadelphia, the benefits of nuclear power, and the danger of sonar surveys for wind turbine construction off the coast of New Jersey which may be the cause of a suddenly massive number of whales being beached and killed. 4:05pm- New Jersey State Senator Ed Durr wraps up his segment with Rich—advocating on behalf of parents' rights and protecting young children from explicit subject matters being discussed in some public school classrooms. 4:10pm- Why do whales flee from sonar? And why are only Republicans interested in protecting endangered whales who keep washing up along the New Jersey shore? New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy seems to be prioritizing a potential run for president over protecting marine life. 4:30pm- On Tuesday, President Joe Biden spoke from Warsaw, Poland on the one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Biden emphasized that no one is seeking to control Russia—and earlier this week, he pledged to continue to support Ukraine for “as long as it takes.” 4:35pm- Chinese leader Xi Jinping is planning to meet with Russian leader Vladmir Putin in Moscow in the coming months—alarmingly, China is expected to begin supporting the Russian military with lethal military aid. The war between Russia and Ukraine suddenly seems to be escalating. While appearing on CBS News, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Chinese military aid to Russia would be a “serious problem” that would impact America's relationship with China moving forward. 5:05pm- Dr. Victoria Coates—former Deputy National Security Advisor & Senior Fellow at The Heritage Foundation—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the Biden Administration potentially giving the World Health Organization (WHO) authority over future United States pandemic policies. Dr. Coates also discusses reports that Chinese leader Xi Jinping is planning to meet with Russian leader Vladmir Putin in Moscow—alarmingly, China is expected to begin supporting the Russian military with lethal military aid. How could this impact America's involvement in the Russia-Ukraine War? 5:35pm- While appearing on MSNBC with Mehdi Hasan, progressive commentator Wajahat Ali used racist and derogatory language when talking about Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley. 5:50pm- According to a new NPR report, many Americans are putting pickles on their pizza. 6:05pm- According to a CNN report from Sean Lyngaas, “[t]he US military's Special Operations Command says it is investigating a report from a cybersecurity researcher that the command was leaking a trove of unclassified email data on the internet.” 6:10pm- Brittany Bernstein of National Review reports that the House Oversight Committee is in the process of investigating business ties between former president of the U.N. General Assembly Vuk Jeremic and the Biden family. 6:20pm- Is Temple University's campus safe? 6:30pm- Who Won Social Media? Is this the first time someone has won twice in one day? 6:35pm- In a new editorial, Reason's Jacob Sullum writes that Facebook “slapped a warning on a column” he wrote where he “criticized the CDC for exaggerating the evidence supporting mask mandates.”

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 4: According to a CNN report from Sean Lyngaas, “[t]he US military's Special Operations Command says it is investigating a report from a cybersecurity researcher that the command was leaking a trove of unclassified email data on the internet.” Brittany Bernstein of National Review reports that the House Oversight Committee is in the process of investigating business ties between former president of the U.N. General Assembly Vuk Jeremic and the Biden family. Is Temple University's campus safe? Who Won Social Media? Is this the first time someone has won twice in one day? In a new editorial, Reason's Jacob Sullum writes that Facebook “slapped a warning on a column” he wrote where he “criticized the CDC for exaggerating the evidence supporting mask mandates.”

Today we start with a few headlines and then we dive right into it with Jacob Sullum from Reason Magazine. We'll discuss the latest court decision on cannabis users and how the Bruen decision is shaping the landscape moving forward. Then in hour two we'll talk with Top Shot Champ Chris Cheng about the same. Then we'll finish up with Willie Waffle for our weekend entertainment review.

Today we start with a couple headlines and then dive right into a discussion on the 5th Circuit Court's decision recent decision on the BATFE exceeding it's authority. We'll also talk about his most recent piece on what's happening in Illinois. Then in hour two we'll have some more headlines and some phone calls with Q&A. Then we'll finish up with Willie Waffle and the weekend movie/entertainment review.

On The Blue Line Podcast | MORNING ROLL CALL | God has not abandoned you! | Episode 080   ** Start at https://www.ontheblueline.com/podcast-show-notes  for the complete show notes to each episode.    The On The Blue Line Podcast and Blog has the mission of Empowering Cops in their personal lives and educating the public on the realities of law enforcement. The morning roll call is a weekly monologue show with Wayne Mulder. The Interview Room podcast is an interview style format hosted by Wayne Mulder   In this episode: Three Stories that Matter to You:   I talk about a Chick-fil-a worker who helps rescue a female and baby who are victims of an armed carjacker. SOURCE: Blaze Media.   I go over the “ripple effect” of the ‘Defund The Police' narrative and discuss how it is not working out as well as it's supporters had hoped. I know, I know, quite the surprise.SOURCE: Fox News.   I discuss the findings of the largest ever survey of American gun owners and the results are not really a surprise to rational people. SOURCE: Reason.com.   Two: A Crazy Thing to tell you:   A Crazy story of an auto repair that was needed due to a live chicken hanging out under the hood. SOURCE: Yahoo News.   One take away for the week:   I discuss a recent Police 1 video with Chicago Police Officer Carlos Yanez, Jr. and the statement he made that “God has not abandoned you.” I provide this as an important reminder for all of those struggling right now. SOURCE: Police1.com   I read your Rating and Reviews:   Be sure to leave us a Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts and I will read it in an upcoming episode. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-blue-line-podcast/id1456545904   EMAIL me your feedback: Feedback@OnTheBlueLine.com   LINKS:   Get the eBook, “How the law enforcement makes you cynical and what you can do about it” by Wayne Mulder.   Articles Discussed:   ‘Incredible act of care': Chick-fil-a worker rushes to rescue a women and baby from armed carjacker. Joseph Mackinnon. September 15, 2022. Blaze Media. https://www.theblaze.com/news/chickfila-worker-saves-woman-carjacking?utm_source=theblaze-breaking&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20220915SponsoredTrending-RevelationMedia&utm_term=ACTIVE LIST - TheBlaze Breaking News   ‘Defund the Police' aftermath created ‘ripple effect' that endangers everyone, law enforcement source says. Bradford Betz. September 15, 2022. Fox News. https://www.foxnews.com/us/defund-police-aftermath-created-ripple-effect-endangers-everyone-law-enforcement-source-says   The Largest- Ever survey of American Gun Owners Finds that defensive use of firearms is common. Jacob Sullum. September 09, 2022. Reason.com. https://reason.com/2022/09/09/the-largest-ever-survey-of-american-gun-owners-finds-that-defensive-use-of-firearms-is-common/   Watch: Chicago cop shares emotional message of solidarity, hope to LEO's amid uptick in suicides. Amanda Spence. September 15, 2022. Police1.com. https://www.police1.com/health-wellness/articles/watch-chicago-cop-shares-emotional-message-of-solidarity-hope-to-leos-amid-uptick-in-suicides-dSzylJ1pwByMSGzg/     After the episode:   Leave us an iTunes rating and review! Visit us at www.OnTheBlueLine.com   On The Blue Line was founded and is operated by active-duty law enforcement to fulfill the mission of providing guidance, resources and community for law enforcement officers, first responders, and military personal in their off-duty lives.   HONOR | EMPOWER | EDUCATE | DEFEND

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Wednesday, September 14, 20224:05 pm: Sean Hannity of Fox News joins Rod to make a special announcement regarding an event that he and KNRS are partnering up to present4:20 pm: Jeff Mordock, Justice Department Reporter for the Washington Times, joins the program to discuss his recent piece about how violent underage offenders are adding to the nation's crime wave4:38 pm: New York Post Reporter MaryAnn Martinez joins Rod to discuss her recent piece about the migrant issues in El Paso, Texas that has residents and visitors describing the area as a third world country5:05 pm: Ainsley Earhardt, co-host of Fox and Friends on the Fox News channel, joins Rod for a conversation about an upcoming event she and Sean Hannity will be hosting with KNRS6:05 pm: Jacob Sullum, Senior Editor at Reason.com joins the program for a conversation about a recent survey of gun owners that shows the using guns for self-defense is common6:20 pm: John Hinderaker of Powerline joins Rod for a conversation about his piece that asks if Americans are starting to catch on to the idea that electric vehicles are a terrible idea6:38 pm: Dan Walters, a Commentary Writer for CalMatters, joins the show to discuss his piece for the O.C. Register asking whether California can truly convert their power grid to green energy

We'll start off with headlines from around the country, then dive into it with Jacob Sullum, senior editor for Reason Magazine. He'll break down the reaction to the recent SCOTUS decisions and the various state responses. Then in hour two we'll chat with Top Shot Chris Cheng about California's reaction to the same. We finish up the morning with Willie Waffle for the weekend movie/entertainment review.

Senior Editor Jacob Sullum examines how the claim that Japanese gun restrictions account for the country's low violent crime rate isn't as simple as it sounds.

In a one-two policy punch that couldn't be more perfect for big tobacco, the Biden administration moves to restrict nicotine levels in cigarettes while the FDA pursues a ban on Juul vapes. Next, SCOTUS upholds the right to concealed carry in all 50 states while the Senate passes a bipartisan gun bill that probably wouldn't have stopped any of our most recent or deadly mass shootings. Finally, the Federal Reserve just might get a brand new mandate—with more to come.   Mentioned on the Show— That's Not How Addiction Works: https://www.poynter.org/reporting-editing/2022/cigarette-nicotine-levels-legislation-biden-administration/    The FDA is Not Allowed: https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/3536573-court-temporarily-blocks-fda-ban-on-sale-of-juul-e-cigarettes/    The Senate Gun Bill Text: https://www.murphy.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/bipartisan_safer_communities_act_text.pdf    Jacob Sullum's Analysis: https://reason.com/2022/06/22/bipartisan-senate-gun-control-deprive-americans-second-amendment-rights/    Damon Root on SCOTUS' Concealed Carry Ruling: https://reason.com/2022/06/23/in-landmark-2nd-amendment-ruling-scotus-affirms-right-to-carry-a-handgun-for-self-defense-outside-the-home/    Government Asks Federal Reserve to Consider Race in Policy Decisions: https://www.wsj.com/articles/a-woke-mandate-for-the-federal-reserve-racial-equity-congress-house-joe-biden-11655659047  Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGpswHOCPO0JiqBHHANoxbw  Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CivilDiscordPod  Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/civildiscordpodcast Follow Amanda on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AjaxtheGriff Follow Maurice on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callmemaurice

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Friday, June 10, 20224:20 pm: Naomi Lim, White House Reporter for the Washington Examiner, joins Rod to discuss how Joe Biden has turned on the media as midterm elections loom4:38 pm: Jon Miltimore, Managing Editor of FEE.org joins the show for a conversation about the fairness of the Jimmy Carter-Joe Biden comparisons6:05 pm: We continue our series of pre-primary election interviews with Utah GOP congressional candidates with Becky Edwards, a former state lawmaker who is a candidate for United States Senate running against incumbent Senator Mike Lee6:20 pm: Amos Guiora, Law Professor at the University of Utah, joins Rod to discuss the billion dollar lawsuit filed by a group of U.S. Olympic gymnasts against the FBI for mishandling the sexual abuse case against team doctor Larry Nassar6:38 pm: We'll listen back to Rod's conversations this week with Jacob Sullum of Reason.com on whether certain gun control measures could actually stop mass shootings, and (at 6:50 pm) with Jeremiah Poff of the Washington Examiner on how Joe Biden is forcing public schools to take part in his transgender Title IX agenda by holding federal school lunch money hostage

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Wednesday, June 8, 20224:20 pm: Susan Crabtree, National Political Correspondent for Real Clear News joins the show to discuss how the recall election in San Francisco of District Attorney District Chesa Boudin will reverberate across the country4:38 pm: Jacob Sullum, Senior Editor at Reason.com joins Rod to discuss his piece asking if certain gun control measures would have any effect on preventing mass shootings in America6:05 pm: Former Utah Speaker of the House Greg Hughes joins the show for his weekly visit with Rod about the wacky world of politics6:38 pm: We continue our series of pre-primary election interviews with Utah GOP congressional candidates with Congressman John Curtis, who is running to keep his seat in Utah's third congressional district against challenger Chris Herrod

Jacob Sullum, Senior editor at Reason Magazine, joins John Howell to discuss the “rush to do something” after a shooting, and why this is not the best tactic. He talks about the flaws in the logic on both sides of the aisle, why rushing to make changes does not always lead to something lasting, and other things we as a country may be able to try to build safer environments for our children.

Today it's a deep dive into the events around Uvalde. We'll talk, take some phone calls and discuss. Then in hour two we'll be joined by Jacob Sullum, senior editor of Reason Magazine and get his take a well.

It's 2A headlines to start this morning and then we dive into the statistics of Constitutional Carry with CPRC's Dr John Lott. Then in hour two we visit with Jacob Sullum from Reason Magazine on the same topic. We'll finish up, as always, with Willie Waffle for our entertainment report/review.

Journalist Jacob Sullum and tobacco harm reduction expert Colin Mendelsohn join AVM's Shaping Vaping Twitter Space to discuss new studies showing vaping's incredible effectiveness in helping people quit smoking, Colin's new book Stop Smoking Start Vaping, the FDA approving new cigarettes, and Jacob's newest piece for Reason Magazine on vaping. Plus, this week's Media Lapdogs.

Information from High Tea Potcast episode 45: Anything new? Barcelona cannabis clubs face closure in new legal setback, The Guardian, 27 July 2021 https://www.theguardian.com/society/2021/jul/27/barcelona-cannabis-clubs-face-closure- in-new-legal-setback Dutch minister of justice responds to questions about case of Robin, who was evicted from his home for growing 1 cannabis plant (in Dutch) https://www.tweedekamer.nl/kamerstukken/kamervragen/detail?did=2021D30309&id=202 1D30309 Official Hanfparade website (English): https://www.hanfparade.de/en/ Six Marijuana Legalization Lessons, by Jacob Sullum, Reason.com, August/September 2021 https://reason.com/2021/08/10/six-marijuana-legalization-lessons/ Listeners Responses Send your questions, suggestions for guest and all other feedback by mail Highteapotcast@gmail.com or use the comments section for this episode, 45. Theme Tune High Tea Potcast Our theme tune ‘Mary You Wanna' is written and performed by Dutch band Mooon: http://www.mooonband.com/ Sponsor of this episode Episode 45 of the High Tea Potcast is sponsored by Dutch Passion. www.dutch-passion.com

Last week I shared my curated COVID-19 reading list, which is keeping me relaxed and confident in my belief that we are overreacting. While we should worry about the incursions of civil and economic freedoms being brought about in response, people like Jacob Sullum of Reason and Jeffrey Tucker of AIER are doing a service by calming people down about the virus itself.Don Boudreaux over at Cafe Hayek also deserves special mention for leading me to most of my trusted sources with his blog's daily links. It's hard to keep up with all of the outstanding writing he's highlighted over the past weeks, including his own increasingly relevant review of Robert Higgs's Crisis and Leviathan for the American Institute for Economic Research, and a must-read article for the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review on Essential Questions about Essential Medicine.Twitter has reportedly begun to censor non-certified-expert advice on matters related to the coronavirus, so I will limit this Sunday's show to the subject of economics and politics where we are still free to opine (for now). I predict that future economics and political science students will look back in horror at this period – not for the mortality rate, which appears to be marginally higher than an average flu season – but for the acquiescence to draconian restrictions, unprecedented spending, and enlargement of state, local and federal bureaucracy (not to mention the failure of basic functions by the existing apparatus, i.e., FDA).Most media analysis misses what Frédéric Bastiat called “that which is unseen.” Dead bodies being carted away by truck to the morgue is a striking image, and is seen by millions on media loop. Business closures, economic hardship, and looming inflation are harder to see and thus get downplayed in the calculus.Trump's “VERY BIG & BOLD” $2 trillion stimulus produces highly visible benefits in the short-term, but the costs are unseen – postponed to be paid by future generations.Don returned to the show to help me settle the question on all thinking people's minds: is it worth it?Is it worth the loss of liberty?Is it worth trillions in damage to the economy?Is it worth the separation from friends, family, and the myriad economic relationships that have been severed?For the sake of argument, Don and I will assume that the more dire predictions about mortality are true.Join us in asking the hard but important questions on the show of idea - not attitude.