Jon England is a former public school teacher turned school choice advocate. He realized that education entrepreneurship was exploding across the country, and he now helps accelerate ideas like microschools and educational savings accounts. He outlines for us, and any teachers listening, many opportunities for students in a new world of education. Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/qoIVSpxlawF https://youtu.be/MIrpjbqf8aA Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it o...
Jan 16, 2024•36 min
I recently hosted Joe Gulesserian, author of 'The Practical MBA on Economics', to discuss the evolving topic of artificial intelligence. We discussed both positive and negative impacts of AI on various industries and professions, from manufacturing and programming to white-collar work and even espionage. Joe also expressed concerns about the potential for extensive job loss and universal basic income in a society dominated by AI. However, he wonders if we could possibly see a more efficient worl...
Jan 09, 2024•54 min
My guest Connor Boyack once said, "Until I graduated college, I never had the time, the mental energy to focus on what I was passionate about." This led him to ask , "How do I help my kids avoid the same fate I had?" The author of the popular Tuttle Twins series and President of the Libertas Institute walks us through how he teaches his kids using their own passions, and explains how you can do it as well. Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/DVZuYANWQMa https://youtu.be/QANDEI0gFFg Abou...
Jan 02, 2024•36 min
Does the notion that the world isn’t as bad off as perceived and that free markets are beneficial sound absurd? Maybe to some. Yet economist and author Art Carden and I contend that we’re experiencing an unparalleled era in history, poised to improve further if driven by voluntary exchange. Join in the conversation to learn from Art, the author of the new book Strangers with Candy. The Book - https://strangerswithcandybook.com/ (Website discount: Candyman) Transcript - https://share.descript.com...
Dec 28, 2023•31 min
Andrew Wilson, author of 'Remaking the World', a book that offers a fresh perspective on the year 1776, outlines how this pivotal moment in history shaped the modern post-Christian West. While this year is chiefly remembered for the creation of America, Wilson speaks about the various critical moments and cultural shifts that occurred that year, ultimately shaping our present world. We discuss various topics, such as the impact of industrialization, romanticism, and enlightenment ideals, the evo...
Dec 15, 2023•40 min
Brad Lips is the Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Network, and he joins me to discuss how free markets lift people out of poverty in a more effective way than many forms of foreign aid. https://share.descript.com/view/uWKTBPe3dIb Five liberty forum events - https://www.atlasnetwork.org/events https://youtu.be/Bvix72wxIV4 To Fend Off Threats to Freedom Worldwide, Support Local Economic-Development Nonprofits — Not More Foreign Aid - https://www.philanthropy.com/article/to-fend-off-threats-to-free...
Dec 12, 2023•28 min
Tune in as Chris Spangle, Harry Price, and Rhinehold react to a video chosen by Harry about the country slipping into Civil War. Tim Pool video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdi4zX7ThNU&t How would we slip into Civil War? - https://www.chrisspangle.com/p/notes-for-october-1-2020 Karl Rove on how much worse Americans have been divided in the past - https://ricochet.com/podcast/call-me-back/karl-rove-on-our-new-or-not-so-new-political-dysfunction/ Video - https://www.youtube.com/live/XnTSP...
Dec 05, 2023•1 hr 33 min
Christian Nationalism, Theonomy, and monarchism are on the rise in libertarian circles. The hosts of the Reformed Libertarians Podcast, Kerry Baldwin and Gregory Baus, join my to explain why the Reformed stream of Christianity is compatible with libertarianism, and why it offers a peaceful alternative to Christian Nationalism. Follow the show at reformedlibertarians.com. Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/qaDVvrw7pNo https://youtu.be/CTYbcxPdTdY See all of the show notes at ChrisSpangl...
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Joe Biden is using a new tool from the Inflation Reduction Act to lower the cost of ten prescription drugs. Will it work? David B. McGarry is a policy analyst at the Taxpayers Protection Alliance and Young Voices Contributor, and he joins me to explain why it is likely to make things more expensive and less innovative in the prescription drug space. Joe Biden’s terrible, horrible, no good, very bad drug price controls - https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/restoring-america/faith-freedom-self-reli...
Nov 22, 2023•21 min
Javier Milei is the new President-Elect of Argentina. Milei is known for his brash style of politics, but undergirding that is a solid belief in anarch-capitalist, libertarian, and Austrian economic philosophies. Austin Petersen of the Wake Up America Show on Rumble invited me on to discuss the highest elected libertarian in history. Video - https://rumble.com/v3wuqxv-libertarian-javier-milei-wins-presidency-of-argentina.html Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on Chri...
Nov 20, 2023•19 min
I've just discovered that I am fat again... I invite on my personal trainer Sean Murphy of Blockhouse Fitness to have a frank conversation about what I need to do to get back on track, and he explains what you need to do to get started if you're stuck too. Blockhouse Fitness - https://www.instagram.com/blockhousefitness_indy Join the WAL Fitness Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walfitness Chris's myfitnesspal - https://www.myfitnesspal.com/profile/chrisspangle Sean's online coaching appli...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 8 min
In March, a shooter walked into a church school and killed six people. In the months leading up to it, they left behind writings, and they were leaked to talk show host Steven Crowder. What do these writings reveal? Why did the police not want them released? Is Crowder the right person to release the information? Chris and Harry discuss. https://share.descript.com/view/x2WVRhrgjGP Video - https://rumble.com/v3uzifd-wal-live-nashville-shooter-manifesto.html Do you have comments or questions about...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 45 min
I speak with Neetu Arnold, Research Fellow at the National Association of Scholars and a Young Voices contributor, about the recent responses of U.S. colleges to the attacks by Hamas on Israel on October 7th. We discuss the hesitancy of these universities to condemn the attacks, which has led to backlash from many major donors. We also delve into the issue of student loan reform under Joe Biden's administration and explore the trade-offs involved in these reforms. Biden’s student loan plan saves...
Nov 08, 2023•39 min
Rhinehold joins me as we recap the process that led up to Mike Johnson being voted in as the newest Speaker Of the House. Who is that? We share some details and look for points where he might agree or disagree with libertarian positions. Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/mQoe55HKNaR https://youtu.be/Plf0qSqmMMM 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 com...
Oct 30, 2023•1 hr 33 min
Did you know that if you're pulled over, the cops can take your car and cash and never return it, even if you're never convicted? It is called civil asset forfeiture, and some reset court cases affect its use. Jill Jacobson joins me to explain what it means for anyone with red and blue lights in the rearview mirror. Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/zXVKo3gsG2k https://youtu.be/zyzeaI14Bcg Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one...
Oct 27, 2023•24 min
On October 22, 2023, Argentinians will go to the polls and have a choice of three candidates, two of whom are libertarians. The front runner is Javier Milei, an Austrian economist firebrand who could occupy their government's top spot. Marcos Falcone helps us make sense of the economic crisis that led the country to liberalize and how reliable the anarchy-capitalist front-runner might be if elected. Falcone is the Project Manager of Fundación Libertad a regular contributor to Forbes Argentina, a...
Oct 20, 2023•29 min
Ms. Pat Settles It debuts TOMORROW NIGHT on BET! I'm featured in it as a celebrity juror along side Ray J, Carmen Barton, and Jasmine Luv. Please watch it because you're going to love it. It's the craziest court show you've ever seen. Watch the Promo: https://youtube.com/shorts/uRywp7u4nfE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 17, 2023•3 min
On the morning of October 7, 2023, 1,500 Hamas fighters set in motion an attack plan two years in the making as they invaded Israel, leaving 1,354 dead, including 27 Americans. Now Israel is bombing Gaza in anticipation of a land invasion, and 1900 Gazans are dead, including 538 children. What will happen next, and how did we get here? Rhinehold and Vaughn Spargur join me next to discuss the 2023 Israel-Hamas war. For a guide to resources to learn more, or to comment, click here - https://www.ch...
Oct 14, 2023•1 hr 31 min
Daniel Johnson is the Executive Director of the Institute for Community Solutions, and he outlines the three ways to solve problems in society: through force via the government, through profit using the business sector, and through compassion within civil society. He outlines why the third option works best for any problem that requires compassion. On October 10th, they're releasing their groundbreaking report – Community Solutions to Justice – Solutions to Fairer, Faster, and More Effective Jus...
Oct 09, 2023•51 min
Wondering why Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy just got voted out of his role for the first time in American history? Rhinehold and I explain the basics. 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 --- Vi...
Oct 06, 2023•1 hr 21 min
As we enter the 12th year of the podcast, I wanted to share my background, the history of the show, how it has evolved, where it is going, and open up about the big questions I'm asking now on this show. This is the place to start if you've never listened to the podcast. Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/zJzOApGwoVS Video - https://youtu.be/08wbotEHO7Q Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commerc...
Sep 30, 2023•39 min
Austin Peterson invited me on his podcast "Wake Up America" to discuss the prospect of Robert Kennedy Jr. running on the Libertarian Party ticket, and I evaluated his beliefs. 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/wa...
Sep 30, 2023•23 min
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Sep 30, 2023•2 min
What makes a trash human? Asking an expert friend about how to solve a basic problem instead of googling first. Somehow, this leads to why quantum mechanics tops the list of best inventions in the 20th century. https://www.youtube.com/live/DFdkKGgV2eU?si=67NQ5P4VRaHjznOA Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out ...
Sep 25, 2023•1 hr 30 min
James Czerniawski is the senior policy analyst at Americans for Prosperity and a Young Voices contributor, focusing on tech and innovation. He joins me to discuss if A.I. will destroy humanity, or at least our jobs, and if we need Congress to protect us from such an outcome. Cracking down on AI companies could rob America of economic growth - https://nypost.com/2023/07/22/ai-interference-risks-robbing-america-of-economic-growth/ Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/kC1N0WLRT4t https://yo...
Sep 20, 2023•37 min
Austin Peterson invited me on to discuss his new favorite politician, Vivek Ramaswamy. I have no favorite politicians, so I wanted to share why I like and dislike, as well as distrust, the promises of Vivek Ramaswamy from a libertarian point of view. Video - https://www.youtube.com/live/vaNoZNPYefE?si=LfBOsyws-gy1jdDS Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Q Sleep Spray assists in achieving a more re...
Sep 20, 2023•32 min
I recently attended a talkshop by historian Dan Miller on five past Presidential elections that could inform the contest in 2024. I sat down with him to discuss parts of this fascinating presentation. Visit Dan's website - https://historicalsolutions.com/ Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/TlaNaGBl4Jw https://youtu.be/ihug5M9BIKs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 11, 2023•1 hr 18 min
Alexander Salter writes in his book "The Spirit of ’76," "Libertarianism is a rational reconstruction of America's founding principles." He joins me to discuss how libertarianism continues the American revolution toward liberty and dignity for all. The Spirit of ’76: Libertarianism and American Renewal - https://amzn.to/3QGrk7s Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/nYrbk7PrZeI https://youtu.be/Y5VhngZIMWo Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content and our complete archi...
Sep 05, 2023•35 min
We all know this debate probably didn't matter as the country hurdles toward another Biden-Trump election. Still, eight candidates met on the stage to argue, debate policy, and needle each other. I decided to walk through the debate to highlight how this event speaks to politics in 2023. https://www.foxnews.com/video/6335464873112 https://youtu.be/rZvb9BORDA8 Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Q ...
Aug 26, 2023•2 hr 6 min
Max Borders is the author of the new book "Underthrow: How Jefferson's Dangerous Idea Will Spark a New Revolution." We discuss renewing the Jeffersonian principles of decentralization and limited government in America through a new model of constitutionalism. Max is putting his money where his mouth is to the tune of $25,000 for the team that writes a new Constitution of Consent. The Constitution of Consent (Contest) $25,000 - https://underthrow.substack.com/p/the-constitution-of-consent-contest...
Aug 23, 2023•1 hr 12 min
