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296. Radical Decentralization & Commie Cowboys w/ Ryan McMaken May 22, 2017

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In today’s episode, host Marc Clair is joined by Ryan McMaken, editor of The Mises Wire and The Austrian over at The Mises Institute, and author of the book “Commie Cowboys: The Bourgeoisue and the Nation-State in the Western Genre.”

In the show you’ll hear Marc and Ryan discuss:

Ryan’s windy road to libertarianism, which parallelled his path from atheism to catholicism, eventually leading him to the Mises Institute, natural rights, and Rothbard.
Why he enjoys writing about “radical decentralization”, and finds no value in those who make basic “End the State!” arguments.
What inspired Ryans’ book “Commie Cowboys”, and why the much of the Western genre in American films were so authoritarian and anti-libertyin nature.
Plus! Marc answers a couple “ [...]

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Felony Friday 072 - Could Lowering the Drinking Age Save Lives? May 19, 2017

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On today’s episode of Felony Friday host John Odermatt is joined by Lions of Liberty legal counsel “Rico.” John and Rico discuss some felonies trending in the news and play “Is this a Crime and Should they Do Time?”

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Electric Libertyland Ep 20: 11th Circuit Court Sets A No Good, Very Bad Precedent May 17, 2017

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On today’s Electric Libertyland, host Brian McWilliams welcomes in his brother-in-law, legal mind and conservative Democrat, Steven Betz. Brian and Steven discuss Social Justice Warriors for a bit before diving into a ruling by the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals that refused to set precedent for removing immunity from a police officer. In this case, the officer banged on the man’s door at 1:30am, neglected to identify himself as an officer and then shot and killed a man in “self defense” after seeing he had a gun, even though it was pointed downwards.

Following the Circuit Court discussion, Jeff Sessions ramping the War on Drugs up again is discussed, as well as a bit of talk about James Comey’s firing.

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295. Libertarians in Living Rooms Drinking Liquor : Extra Spicy Edition May 15, 2017

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In today’s episode, host Marc Clair convenes another edition of “Libertarians in Living Rooms Drinking Liquor”, and adds some extra spice to show by bringing in special guests Johnny “Rocket” Adams of the Johnny Rocket Launch Pad and Remso Martinez of the Remso Republic, along with Lions of Liberty stalwart John Odermatt of “Felony Friday” fame. The crew tosses back a few adult beverages and riff on topics such as:

- Who are some of their favorite guests they’ve had on their respective podcasts so far in 2017?

- Their thoughts on the controversial statements of Libertarian Party Vice Chairman Arvin Vohra regarding the U.S. military.

- Libertarian gossip involving some friends of the show.

So grab a drink, kick your legs up and hang out in the Liberty Living Room wth us!

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Felony Friday 071 - Raeford Davis: Police Officer Turned Anarcho-Capitalist May 12, 2017

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Today on Felony Friday Raeford Davis joins host John Odermatt to discuss the current state of policing in the US and the debilitating impact of the War on Drugs. Raeford served the City of North Charleston police department for six years, including four years as a patrol officer and two as a special victims unit detective. During the time that Raeford was an officer in North Charleston, the city was ranked the 8th most dangerous city in America. Prior to becoming a police officer, Raeford served in the United States Coast Guard.

Raeford has a BS in Criminal Justice from Charleston Southern University. Since leaving law enforcement Raeford has become an outspoken advocate for police reform and for the ideas of liberty. He’s a member of LEAP, Law Enforcement Action Partnership (formerly Law Enforcement Against Prohibition.) [...]

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Electric Libertyland Ep 19: AHCA, Venezuela’s Demise & Donald Trump’s Comey-Over! May 10, 2017

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On today’s Electric Libertyland, host Brian McWilliams discusses the American Health Care Act and all of the trumpeting, hand-wringing and idiocy that has surrounded its passing the House, plus the ACLU’s ridiculous hackery on the topic. He then turns to some other topics including South Korea’s new president, the socialist implosion of Venezuela, progressive’s selective reading of “1984″, California’s plan to tax rocket miles for space travel, a new documentary on men’s rights called “The Red Pill,” and FBI Director James Comey getting canned.

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294. Dr. Elaina George: Fixing Healthcare by Ending “Big Medicine” May 08, 2017

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In today’s episode, host Marc Clair is joined by Dr Elaina George, a board certified otolaryngologist and author of the book “Big Medicine: The Cost of Corporate Control and How Doctors and Patients Working Together Can Rebuild a Better System”.

In the show you’ll hear Marc and Dr. George discuss:

Why Dr. George became a doctor, and why she very quickly began to see the delitiriuos effects of government regulation on the medical industry.
How Obamacare picked winners and losers, why the doctors and patients became “losers” under the bill, and just who became the “winners?”
What sort of health care reform does Dr. George recommend for the patient that is the U.S. health care industry?
Plus! Marc answers a couple “Letters of Liberty” from fans of the show!

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Felony Friday 070 - Beth Curtis’ Brother is Serving a Life Sentence for Pot May 05, 2017

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Today on Felony Friday we welcome Beth Curtis on the show. Beth is the founder of Life for Pot. Life for Pot is an organization that spotlights offenders who have received life sentences without Parole for marijuana offenses. Beth started the organization after her younger brother, John Knock, was found guilty of three conspiracy charges and given a sentence of two life terms, for a first time non-violent marijuana offense. John’s experience in the criminal justice system motivated Beth to start this organization, which shares his story and shines a lot on the many individuals who are serving life sentences for marijuana.

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Electric Libertyland Ep. 18: Movie Chat with Paul Meekin of The Libertarian Republic May 03, 2017

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On this week’s Electric Libertyland, host Brian McWilliams welcomes in Paul Meekin of The Libertarian Republic to talk about the most libertarian movies ever made, the White House Correspondents Dinner, Obama’s $400K speech to Wall St., and the lack of personal responsibility in America today.

Brian also takes time at the top of the show to touch on Trump’s lumber tariff, his executive order on religious freedom, and the coming clash with the progressives’ Equality Act to protect LGBTQ citizens against discrimination.

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293. “Indoctrination” Co-Creator & Artist Matt Battaglia May 01, 2017

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In today’s episode, host Marc Clair is joined by the co-creator and artist of the graphic novel “Indoctrination”, Matt Battaglia! In the show, you’ll hear Marc and Matt discuss:

In the show you’ll hear Marc and Matt discuss:

How Matt first became passionate about comic books and art.
How Matt became interested in politics due to Ron Paul’s presidential run, and how it intersected with his graphic design work.
Why Matt isn’t a big fan of Atlas Shrugged, as many past guests have been.
Why does Matt hate superheroes?
What comic books and graphic novels does Matt recommend?
Plus! Find out more information about a great new libertarian charitable effort!

For show notes head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/293

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