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The TorchThe Torch #11 - The Cornerstone of Society: Property RightsThe Cornerstone of Society: Property Rights!Not as dorky and technical as it sounds, I promise. In episode #11 of The Torch Podcast, Devin & Nathan dive into the foundation of libertarianism and how surprisingly widely-ranging its applications are. Devin and Nathan establish the case for, if governments and societies are built from the ground up with a solid understanding of property rights, and that the government simply limits its scope to enforcing those rights, that true human flourishing emerges. What are property rights? How does a government that violates them and assumes responsibility beyond them destroy...
2023-07-151h 12
The TorchThe Torch #10 - Let the Poor Starve?Let The Poor Starve?? A Libertarian Solution:Double digits, folks! We made it. In episode #10 of The Torch Podcast, Devin & Nathan dive into one of the most common criticisms and perceived faults of libertarianism. Despite massive quality of life improvements over the last century, millions of Americans still struggle with poverty, food insecurity, and other basics. Why is this happening? Why do we double down on what’s not working? How do we get back to holding the government accountable for results? And how does every single one of us lead happier and more fulfilled lives when we...
2023-07-131h 27
The TorchThe Torch #09 - How To Fix PolicingPolice! How to restore the motto of “to protect and serve”..In episode #09 of The Torch Podcast, Devin & Nathan discuss law enforcement and policing in America today. What policies need to be changed, eliminated, or added to increase peace and freedom in our society. We discuss the drug war, no-knock raids, qualified immunity, and many more components that are contributing to the absolutely dysfunctional relationship that peaceful people have with those that have the monopoly on violence. How can liberty solve most if not all of these issues? How can we start holding our elected officials accountable?
2023-06-1059 min
The TorchThe Torch #08 - Why RFK Jr's Campaign MattersRFK Jr! The good, the bad, and how he might actually flip over the table of establishment politics...In episode #08 of The Torch Podcast, Devin & Nathan discuss 2024 Democratic presidential candidate RFK Jr, his major policy planks, what he means for the traditional duopoly, and how libertarians might think about him. We wrap up with a more philosophical topic about how to decide whether or not to vote for someone with whom you have material disagreements and how that might play into the 2024 election.Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTorchPodSpotify: https://open.spotify.com...
2023-06-051h 24
The TorchThe Torch #07 - Fake Listener MailbagFake Listener Mailbag: a fun Q&A lightning round!In episode #07 of The Torch Podcast, Devin & Nathan have some fun with fake listener mailbag questions about everything from our dream presidential cabinets to who the hell we are in the first place. Lots of good context, useful info, and fun hypotheticals in this one!Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTorchPodSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QR6H9fHdAs6UzMTJ10kOU?si=2833d746d80442ecApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-torch/id1682700578_____________________The...
2023-05-301h 09
The TorchThe Torch #06 - WTF Happened in 1971? (Part 2)WTF Happened in 1971?... Part 2!In episode #06 of The Torch Podcast, Devin & Nathan continue breaking down the consequences of the dollar separating completely from a gold standard in 1971. Why is this important? What happened? What can we do to reverse these trends that are making life more difficult for everyone, every day?Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTorchPodSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QR6H9fHdAs6UzMTJ10kOU?si=2833d746d80442ecApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-torch/id1682700578_____________________The Torch...
2023-05-2058 min
The TorchThe Torch #05 - WTF Happened in 1971?WTF Happened in 1971?...In episode #05 of The Torch Podcast, Devin & Nathan look at the covered-up fallout of the dollar separating completely from a gold standard in 1971. Why is this important? What happened? What can we do to reverse these trends that are making life more difficult for everyone, every day?Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTorchPodSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QR6H9fHdAs6UzMTJ10kOU?si=2833d746d80442ecApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-torch/id1682700578_____________________The Torch Podcast dives into...
2023-05-1752 min
The TorchThe Torch #04 - The Five Characteristics of MoneyWait, what actually IS money?...In episode #04 of The Torch Podcast, Devin & Nathan approach this huge, fundamental question by focusing on 5 specific characteristics of money: divisibility, durability, portability, recognizability, scarcity. Does our money today have these characteristics? Is there a “better” money out there?Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTorchPodSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QR6H9fHdAs6UzMTJ10kOU?si=2833d746d80442ecApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-torch/id1682700578_____________________The Torch Podcast dives into the biggest questions facing our society toda...
2023-05-061h 03
The TorchThe Torch #03 - The Problem with Fiat & Bitcoin's SolutionsMoney isn't what you think it is...In episode #02 of The Torch Podcast, Devin & Nathan explore how people currently think about money and what has to change in order for society to really begin questioning what money is and should be. What assumptions and entrenched beliefs have to be overcome to open people up to letting a better money improve our lives? Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTorchPodSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QR6H9fHdAs6UzMTJ10kOU?si=2833d746d80442ecApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-torch/id1682700578_____________________The Torch Podcast dives into the biggest questions facing our...
2023-04-291h 21
The TorchThe Torch #02 - Centrally Planned Money and Bitcoin AdoptionYou're being stolen from...In episode #02 of The Torch Podcast, Devin & Nathan introduce arguably the most important voice in money and bitcoin; Robert Breedlove. His show, "What is Money?" makes the case that questioning and understanding what money is will fix many of our biggest problems. In episode #02 of The Torch Podcast, we get into the inherent evils and dysfunctions of centrally planned money, fiat currency, and how Bitcoin could replace the US Dollar as we know it.Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTorchPodSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QR6H9fHdAs6UzMTJ10...
2023-04-2247 min
The TorchThe Torch #01 - Liberty, Decentralization, and How to Argue CivillyShould we embrace socialism?In episode #01 of The Torch Podcast, Devin & Nathan dissect Lex Fridman's podcast #349 with Bhaskar Sunkara: The Case for Socialism. We identify Bhaskar's strong and weak arguments for socialism, provide a libertarian perspective, and reflect on the importance of Lex's ability to listen and argue civilly. Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTorchPodSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QR6H9fHdAs6UzMTJ10kOU?si=2833d746d80442ecApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-torch/id1682700578_____________________The Torch Podcast dives into the...
2023-04-152h 03