The Chris Spangle Show

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

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

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

Chris Spangle and Rhinehold welcome attorney and commentator Abdul-Hakim Shabazz to discuss if Donald Trump deserved to be tried, if he will go to jail, and if he will be re-elected. They explore how Trump's legal team handled the situation, the intricacies of falsifying business records charges, and the potential implications for Trump's political future. Additionally, the conversation touches on the impact of Trump's behavior on the Republican Party and the political landscape in general.  Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/B1FGiMc7Rxe Video - https://youtube.com/live/kL6BSlBOfro?feature=share Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Spangle and a panel of guests delve into the latest Libertarian Party convention, discussing Donald Trump's controversial speech, Chase Oliver's nomination as presidential candidate, and the party's internal dynamics. They explore ideological shifts from the Ron Paul Revolution to current conservative tendencies, including Angela McArdle's reelection as chair and Mark Rutherford's vice chair. The conversation covers internal debates, accusations of conspiracies, and the challenges of maintaining unity and professionalism within the party.  Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/VNYdjAIgjHn Video - https://youtube.com/live/Y-d9sQXHamI?feature=share Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From January 2023: Chase Oliver turned in a strong performance in the US Senate race in Georgia in 2022 and captured the attention of international media and libertarians. He's now thinking of turning that momentum into a presidential run on the Libertarian Ticket by launching an exploratory committee. He joins me to discuss his background, why he became a libertarian, what messaging he believes works best, and what issues he'd run on. Learn more at VoteChaseOliver.com. Video - https://youtu.be/VGDQFEBTH7w Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We cover a spectrum of issues such as Libertarian Party strategies, global political trends, the encroachment of digital currency control, economic policies, and even the potential societal collapse! That's what happens when we check in with our fin Andy Horning.  We discuss the necessity for substantial change within American politics, skepticism towards incrementalism and the World Economic Forum's vision for the future, financial challenges to welfare programs, and the power of a passionate minority to instigate political revolution. Andy also talks about his Senate run and the promotion of his book "Relighting the Torch," proposing solutions to these issues.  Relighting the Torch - https://amzn.to/4aiSqaR Video - https://youtube.com/live/Izm4kKt5An4 Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump is speaking at the LP Convention? Why? Video - https://youtube.com/live/z7yK5Eyp8qU Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you think of when you hear the words sex trafficking? Maybe your mind goes to 2012 in Uganda when the warlord Joseph Kony kidnapped tens of thousands of girls or the daring rescues of Tim Ballard shown in Sound of Freedom. Now, the words "sex trafficking" are being associated with Puff Daddy. These accounts of the suffering of women and men undergoing commercial sexual exploitation dominate our media and mental images, but they're not the norm. The reality is that what was once called sex trafficking is happening in our own neighborhoods, and my guest, Mark Steenbarger of Point of View Story, is a filmmaker who works to liberate those trapped in a cycle of abuse. He shares with us the typical face of commercial sexual exploitation, what is being done to fight it, and how we can be vigilant with our own kids.   Point of View Story Website - https://www.pointofviewstory.com Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Purdue Polytechnic High School is a revolutionary model of learning that promotes student interest-guided, project-based education. I am joined by Drew Gooden, a coach from the school, and Mark Boykin, a sophomore student. They provide insights into the school's operations, teaching methods, and successful outcomes of the school launched by the famed University. We dive into how this model empowers students to control their educational journey, preparing them for a future of potential jobs that may not yet exist.  Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/XSoLGI710c0 https://youtu.be/eAQtYoM-X4g Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caleb Franz is the host of Profiles in Liberty and author of "The Conductor: The Story of Rev. John Rankin, Abolitionism's Essential Founding Father," and he joins us to discuss Rankin's Presbyterian upbringing in the South, his passionate opposition to slavery, and the influential letters he wrote to his brother, which sparked a broader public dissection of the institution of slavery. These writings, akin to 'The Federalist Papers' of abolitionism, played a crucial role in shaping the abolitionist movement, impacting figures like William Lloyd Garrison and Harriet Beecher Stowe. Franz also explores Rankin's challenges, including physical threats and societal opposition, underscoring his importance as a unifying figure whose efforts transcended abolitionism. The episode delves into Franz's book's origin and evolution, Rankin's legacy's impact, and the importance of acknowledging the contributions of figures lost to history. Preorder the book: The Conductor: The Story of Rev. John Rankin, Abolitionism's Essential Founding Father - https://amzn.to/4ck3dnx Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For years on this program, we've said that the best way to make change in our area is through something other than government action or even through starting a business... It is through a voluntary organization like a nonprofit. After a friend was killed in his neighborhood, Joe Garrison and a few other neighbors formed the North Shadeland Alliance to find ways to quell crime. In the process, they also built community, aided hungry neighbors, and built political power to get the attention of once-inattentive city officials. It was far easier than expected, and this story will greatly inspire listeners. Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/1jXUBN4awyC https://youtu.be/K_m5hDQPHhY Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harry Price and I went to the Libertarian Party of Indiana's convention this weekend, and we were skeptical we'd find anything good happening there, considering how disappointing the LP appears to be online. We were surprised by the elected officials, party organizers, and candidates we talked to, and I think you will be as well. Take a peak at some good things happening in the Libertarian Party.  Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The U.S. Supreme Court recently heard arguments on the controversial issue of whether or not social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter can discriminate based on political affiliation. Abdul-Hakim Shabazz invited me on his program to give the libertarian perspective on property rights versus the common good when it comes to free speech, and the potential consequences of regulating social media like a utility or common carrier, the importance of physical, interpersonal connection in the age of AI, and the future of legal challenges on this issue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From John Odermatt’s description over at Lions of Liberty: Today Chris Spangle joins the show. Chris founded the We Are Libertarians podcast, which is now known as the Chris Spangle Show. Chris is also the host of Liberty Explained and the History of Modern Politics on the We Are Libertarians Podcast Network.Chris's collaboration with comedian Ms. Pat in 2019 gave birth to the "Patdown" podcast, a hit that reached #8 on the Apple Podcast charts. Their successful collaboration paved the way for Chris's network television debut on BET's "Ms. Pat Settles It" in 2023.Chris also has a podcast consulting business and an exciting new venture where he’ll be aiming to use podcasting build local community. Find everything Chris is working on at ChrisSpangle.com Video - https://youtu.be/epLOX8wHZJQ Link - https://www.lionsofliberty.com/episodes/the-future-of-podcasting-is-local-with-chris-spangle Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Currently, 42 U.S. attorneys general have filed a lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of social platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp to protect kids. Will it work? Are these platforms even addictive? James Czerniawski, a Senior Policy Analyst at Americans for Prosperity and Young Voices contributor, and I discuss it.  https://share.descript.com/view/6skyPoWllvY https://youtu.be/GOS_ARW-eJk Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over a quarter of a billion humans live in the United States, and we really only have Trump and Biden as a choice? And does this choice represent something fundamentally new in American politics? Then we explain and debate Colorado's move to take Trump off of the ballot in the 2024 election.  Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Enjoy the WAL Christmas Party. Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts, Zach Burcham produces the show. We pull together the network hosts for an unprogrammed night of fun. BET’s Chris Spangle, Harry Price of Low Key, and Brian Nichols of the Brian Nichols Show join us. We talk NFL, how pop culture between ages 8 and 16 forms us, and why does Harry call soda “tonic”? Five podcast hosts competing to get heard…What could go wrong? Prepare to be entertained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Austin Peterson invited me on his show "Wake Up America" to comment on the discussions between Robert Kennedy Jr. and the Libertarian Party as its nominee in 2024, and why this would violate the promises made by the Mises Caucus in their takeover.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many members of the right have signed a new statement outlining the values of "freedom conservatism." Where can libertarians find agreement? Parker McCumber and I discuss where we agree and (mildly) disagree with their ten points.  Freedom Conservatism: A Statement of Principles - https://www.freedomconservatism.org/p/freedom-conservatism-a-statement Freedom Conservatism drafts the revival modern conservatism needs - https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2023/08/freedom_conservatism_drafts_the_revival_modern_conservatism_needs.html Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/PUaNpA4Tr7P https://youtu.be/xJVJL0K0s24 Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices