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The Chris Spangle Show

We Are Libertarians
The Chris Spangle Show helps you make sense of current events, politics, and culture through the lenses of Christian faith and libertarian principles. With sharp analysis, historical insight, and relatable conversations, Chris offers clarity in chaos - encouraging personal responsibility, civic action, and thoughtful engagement with the world around us. Rejecting tribalism and top-down control, the show challenges you to lead with conviction, serve others, and live out the values that sustain a free and thriving society. Join us to defend liberty, strengthen your community, and renew culture - one conversation at a time.
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Episodes

LE: How do I register? Where do I vote?

Learn Libertarianism - https://libertyexplained.com/ Subscribe to the podcast - https://link.chtbl.com/liberty-explained Video - https://youtu.be/Py2D0v-3DaQ Visit your state's Election Board website or got to Vote.gov. There are registration deadlines, so you'll want to do it ASAP. Deadlines exist so the voter data can be processed and ready for poll workers on Election Day. Some states have same-day voter registration, but it is rare. I oppose it due to fraud concerns. Once you register, you'l...

Sep 02, 20217 min

PP: The 18 Questions To Answer Before You Start Your Podcast

Starting a podcast takes some forethought. Without it, a new podcaster can waste a lot of money and both the time of the hosts and the audience. In this episode, I set up the next few episodes by previewing the stages of podcasting and the fundamental questions that need to be addressed at the beginning of a new show. Download the PDF here: https://podcastingandplatforms.com/18 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 01, 202117 min

The CDC Eviction Moratorium

Rhinehold, Tricia Stuart-Mann, and I take a look at the CDC eviction moratorium and its effects on the rental markets. Also, homeownership is a cult. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 31, 20211 hr 3 min

Are There Parallels Between the Fall of Saigon and the Fall of Kabul?

Bruce Carlson of My History Can Beat Up Your Politics joins Harry Price, Rhinehold, and me to discuss the comparison's between Gerald Ford's evacuation efforts in Saigon after Vietnam and Biden's exit in Afghanistan. My History Can Beat Up Your Politics - https://myhistorycanbeatupyourpolitics.wordpress.com/ Saigon Comparisons: The Events of April 29th and 30th, 1975 and Today. - https://myhistorycanbeatupyourpolitics.wordpress.com/2021/08/19/saigon-comparisons-the-events-of-april-29th-and-30th-...

Aug 27, 202152 min

LE: What is Liberty?

Learn Libertarianism - https://libertyexplained.com/ Subscribe to the podcast - https://link.chtbl.com/liberty-explained Video - https://youtu.be/B-ZKki1DVO0 What is Liberty? Liberty is the freedom to choose to do or not do a thing without interference from outside forces. The less outside interference in a decision, the freer we are. The most common form of interference being threats of violence or force if the wrong choice is made. Liberty is often associated with the idea of free will, which ...

Aug 26, 202120 min

How Did Kabul Fall in a Week?

Rhinehold and I go in-depth into the last month in Afghanistan and find out how a government with the backing of the United States could fall to the Taliban in a week. Show Notes - https://wearelibertarians.com/wp-content/uploads/Afghanistan.pdf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 24, 202159 min

Why and How Did We End Up in a 19-Year War in Afghanistan?

As surprising as it sounds, many people are unaware of how we ended up in a 19-year war in Afghanistan. Harry Price, Rhinehold, and I discuss the history of our invasion, and what were the pivotal moments that turned this from a series of strategic strikes to stop Al Qaeda versus a nation-building project. Show Notes - https://wearelibertarians.com/wp-content/uploads/Afghanistan.pdf Rally for the Troops - https://youtu.be/RdEGFVwtd2Y Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 23, 202156 min

LE: What is Liberty Explained?

Liberty Explained is your guide to libertarianism. Your hosts Chris Spangle, Julia Geier, and Levie Rainey break down a complicated movement and ideology to understand ways. We are a resource to share with friends when they have tough questions. Hopefully, we will answer some questions you might have yourself along the way. Please send your questions to ask@wearelibertarians.com. This podcast is produced by the We Are Libertarians Network. - Learn Libertarianism - https://libertyexplained.com/ -...

Aug 19, 202124 min

How To Find Meaningful Work with Jess Mears and Hannah Cox

Do you feel stuck in a rut at work and are longing to find a different career path that fulfills you? Jess Mears and Hannah Cox were in your shoes and now work in the libertarian movement full-time working jobs they love. They share the mindset needed to get to that point with Chris Spangle, Harry Price, and Rhinehold. Deon Curry also joins us to share the importance of mentorship in standup comedy. Video - https://youtu.be/KKdokLCPftk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

Aug 15, 20211 hr 35 min

China's History and Future

Harry Price, Remso Martinez, and Vincent Cooper discuss the history of China and its future as a rogue actor in the world. Video - https://youtu.be/ErwLDw9FXNQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 07, 20211 hr 47 min

Larry Sharpe on His New Book "On Happiness" and How to Unlock Windows of Opportunity

If you're in a rut and need some motivation, this episode will get you back on track. Larry Sharpe is a Marine, husband, father, talk show host, former gubernatorial candidate, and much more. He is now an author! He talks about his new book "On Happiness" with Chris Spangle, Harry Price, Rhinehold, and Remso Martinez. On Happiness - https://sharpeway.com/on-happiness/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 31, 20211 hr 20 min

Meet the WAL Podcast Network! - Pool Party Edition

The entire We Are Libertarians Podcast Network for the first time, in-person, to record at the Boss Hog Of Liberty Studios in a fun conversation before heading to our annual pool party. After years of friendship online, everyone talks about their individual podcasts and how they got involved with the network. If you are new to us, this is a great starting point! Download all the shows by visiting - https://wearelibertarians.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 24, 20211 hr 35 min

Libertarianism Builds Communities While Podcasting Changes Communities

How can we empower people and liberate communities? Personal growth through engaging in service to others will rebuild the fabric of American society, and podcasting is the home base from which libertarians can build power networks. Chris Spangle speaks to the Podcast on the Plaza podcast about the power of libertarianism to unite people and the opportunity podcasting brings to individuals seeking to build a community and personal network. Watch the video here: https://www.facebook.com/PodcastOn...

Jul 17, 20211 hr 24 min

New Show: Podcasting and Platforms with Chris Spangle

I love podcasting as much as I love politics, and I am starting a new show to walk you through my podcasting method. Listen to the first episode then subscribe here - https://link.chtbl.com/podcasting-and-platforms! Where do I begin? This is often the first question asked by a new podcaster (and old ones looking to start a new brand). This question usually paralyzes someone looking to start a show. They'll look at other shows, see 4 years of growth and think, "I have no idea how to replicate it....

Jul 10, 202123 min

Free Episode of History of Modern Politics: 4 - The Arrival of the Anglo-Saxons

Chris Spangle and Matt Wittlief share the story of the invasion of the Anglo-Saxons in the vacuum of power left by the collapsing Roman Empire as well as the establishment of the Christian church in the British Isles. Lots of people have commented over the years that the World War I episode of the We Are Libertarians podcast was a favorite. We’ve launched a new show in that spirit. It is for WAL Plus and HMP Plus subscribers only until 2022, but you can join now for immediate access! The History...

Jul 04, 202143 min

Free and Equal Elections, Bill Cosby, Harry Reads the Declaration of Independence

Chris Spangle, Harry Price, and Rhinehold talk to Zak Carter of the Free & Equal Election Foundation about fair elections and their United We Stand festival taking place online and in California this weekend. We also discuss Bill Cosby, Thomas Jefferson's relationship to slavery, and Harry does a dramatic live reading of the Declaration of Independence. We end by talking about all the ways liberty is expanding in America. Video - https://youtu.be/rj50AwHZyW4 Website - https://freeandequal.or...

Jul 03, 20211 hr 34 min

Critical Race Theory Explained

Chris Spangle, Harry Price, Rhinehold, and Remso Martinez discuss critical race theory and teaching history and race to future generations. Video - https://youtu.be/ARytpjumDcM Remso's podcast On The Run. - https://link.chtbl.com/ontherun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 26, 20212 hr 9 min

A Brief History of Libertarian Party Infighting

Chris Spangle and Rhinehold sit down with longtime Libertarian Party leaders Joe Hauptmann, Steve Dasbach, and Mark Rutherford to discuss the cycles of infighting from the Dallas Accords to the present. Things seem bad in the party. Is this new? Or are the current players just new faces in the same play? We look to history to learn more. We also discuss the purpose of the Libertarian Party and our guests give a defense for its existence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...

Jun 18, 20212 hr 5 min

Does Learning History Matter?

Chris Spangle, Rhinehold, and Caleb Franz discuss history's importance and his new show Profiles in Liberty. You'll also meet Chris's fiancé Reagan! Subscribe to Profiles in Liberty - https://link.chtbl.com/profiles-in-liberty Chris's Engagement photos - https://www.facebook.com/chris.spangle/posts/10105952481426574 Video - https://youtu.be/CIj3chT6-zQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 12, 20211 hr 14 min

Police Accountability and Reform A Year After George Floyd with Jason Bassler, Fauci Emails

Chris Spangle, Harry Price, Tricia Stuart-Mann, and Jason Bassler of Police the Police and Free Thought Project discuss the state of police accountability and reform a year after the death of George Floyd. What are the goals? And what would policing look like in a libertarian society? We also discuss the Fauci emails. Video - https://youtu.be/2_fTB8gXGzo Free Thought Project - https://thefreethoughtproject.com/ Fauci’s Mask Flip-Flop, Explained (by Economics) - https://fee.org/articles/fauci-s-m...

Jun 05, 20212 hr 4 min

"Why Is It So Expensive to Build My Deck?" - Inflation Explained

Chris Spangle, Harry Price, Rhinehold welcome Professor Alexander Salter, the author of the new book Money & The Rule of Law, to discuss inflation. What is it? How does it happen? Should we panic and buy gold? What is the Federal Reserve? How did lumber end up 450% more expensive than it was last year? What are the dangers of the US Government's debt? We answer all this and more. Time Stamps Inflation - 00:04:04 Senate Republicans Kill January 6th Commission - 01:01:42 Biden Validates Lab Le...

May 29, 20211 hr 48 min

"What is a Bitcoin? Explain Crypto To Me Like I Am Five"

Chris Spangle, Chris Gault, Harry Price, Rhinehold, and Vince McRee discuss cryptocurrency. What is it? How does it work? What is blockchain? Tune in and find out. Time Stamps What is the blockchain and cryptocurrency? - 00:11:09 Biden Wants To Spy On Your Bank Account - 01:35:28 Vaccine Mandates By Colleges - 01:47:41 ICE Performing Hysterectomies on Immigrants - 02:25:35 Show Notes - https://wearelibertarians.com/wp-content/uploads/CryptoShowNotes.pdf Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/...

May 22, 20212 hr 39 min

"Why Is My Taco Bell Closed at 7 PM?"

Chris Spangle, Harry Price, Rhinehold, Hodey Johns, and Zach Reath discuss the labor shortage in the food service industry while touching on the Colonial pipeline shutdown, what's happening in Israel, and Liz Cheney loses her leadership position. Time Stamps Labor Market Problems - 00:09:21 Liz Cheney - 00:58:26 Colonial Pipeline - 01:12:40 Israel and Palestine - 01:30:50 Show Notes: https://wearelibertarians.com/wp-content/uploads/CSSShowNotes5-15-2021.pdf Video: https://youtu.be/g7E43LJUwDE Le...

May 15, 20211 hr 56 min

Selling Liberty with Brian Nichols

Chris Spangle and Brian Nichols the three steps to persuading people that liberty is the better path for our world. Subscribe now to the Brian Nichols Show, a member of the We Are Libertarians Podcast Network. https://link.chtbl.com/brian-nichols-show Get Brian's free e-book, the "4 Easy Steps You Can Implement NOW To Sell Liberty to Friends and Family" here. We are now on Odysee, a free speech video platform built on blockchain. We are moving away from YouTube. WeAreLibertarians.TV Learn more a...

May 08, 20211 hr 17 min

Enemy of My Enemy Ep. 6: Gauntlet Interview with Ashley Shade

Running for office is always an uphill battle, but Libertarian Party Candidate Ashley Shade has a shot. Listen as she answers questions about her vision, her journey, and what she's all about. Visit her website: www.ashleyshade.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 01, 20211 hr 39 min

Introducing the History of Modern Politics

Chris Spangle and Matt Wittlief discuss their new show "The History of Modern Politics." Visit HistoryofModernPolitics.com or JoinWALPlus.com to begin getting episodes in May, or subscribe to the free podcast now: https://link.chtbl.com/history-of-modern-politics. How to listen to the show: https://www.historyofmodernpolitics.com/p/how-to-listen-to-the-show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 24, 202126 min

Chris Spangle's Annual review of the Boss Hog Of Liberty, Policing, Pat Robertson brandished a weapon

Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts, Zach Burcham is on the producer's desk, Chris Spangle is the featured guest. https://bosshog.fireside.fm/219 Episode 202 is the annual review of the BHOL podcast with Chris Spangle, founder of the network coming to town to check up on his pet project. Pat Robertson waved a gun on the 700 club. And the home rule bill was defeated in the statehouse this week. Our program is community-supported on Patreon. Do your part by chipping into the cause by ...

Apr 22, 20211 hr 26 min

Enemy of My Enemy Ep 5: War In the Middle East

With a first strike already administered and a second strike narrowly aborted, Brian Wohlgemuth and Hodey Johns discuss the realities of war and how peace is possible. They also get into the shooting of Adam Toledo and the trial of Derek Chauvin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 20, 20211 hr 39 min
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