Shows
LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 31: ICE in MinnesotaEpisode 31 - ICE in Minnesota: Wherein we react to ICE tactics that resulted in the deaths of two American citizens.00:00:11 - Introduction00:02:06 - Why is ICE in Minneapolis?00:03:16 - Why are they there in large numbers in military gear?00:04:41 - A brief discussion of the militia and the 2nd Amendment00:05:45 - Getting back to why so many ICE agents in Minnesota...00:08:58 - We try to argue the Republican side of it00:10:20 - Sanctuary cities00:14:08 - Minneapolis is an effort to undo Biden's immigration...
2026-02-071h 23LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 30: The Murder of Charlie KirkEpisode 30 - The Murder of Charlie Kirk: Wherein we react to the murder of Charlie Kirk and discuss the reactions of our fellow Americans.00:00:11 - Introduction00:01:13 - The death of Charlie Kirk00:03:09 - We have far more in common than is different00:03:51 - The gruesomeness of the videos00:05:08 - Political violence is never the answer00:06:16 - Shocking reactions on both sides00:10:13 - Just because you don't like what someone says doesn't mean he should die00:14:34 - The social media echo chambers00:21:34 - Hypocrisy...
2025-09-251h 16LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 29: Toxic MasculinityEpisode 29 - Toxic Masculinity: Wherein we discuss toxic masculinity, what it is, how it affects society, and what we can do about it.00:00:11 - Introduction00:03:07 - Does toxic masculinity even exist?00:04:56 - How do we define masculinity?00:11:14 - Grab 'em by the pussy - just locker room talk?00:12:41 - Raising our boys right00:17:01 - The transmogrification of men in society00:24:00 - A lack of good male role models00:27:27 - Have we abdicated the role of "father" to society and the government?00:30:16 - Mixed...
2025-07-271h 11LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 28: The Rise of Political ViolenceEpisode 28 - The Rise of Political Violence: Wherein we discuss the seeming rise in number and severity of political violence instances recently, whether it's different or worse than we've had in the past, where it's stemming from in American society, and some thoughts on what we can do about it.00:00:11 - Introduction00:01:22 - July 4th, 'Murica! Yeah!00:04:04 - A difference between the Revolution and random acts of political violence00:05:42 - Luigi Mangione00:10:29 - It shouldn't matter whose team the offender was on00:13:43 - Does media bias play a role?
2025-07-151h 11LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 27: The Commander in ChiefEpisode 27 - The Commander in Chief: Wherein we discuss the two recent events where the President activated the military, one to quell a riot in Los Angeles and the other to bomb nuclear production sites in Iran.00:00:11 - Introduction00:01:08 - The situation in Los Angeles and Iran00:03:35 - The riots in LA00:07:35 - Pitting the public against the military00:09:49 - The President's legal authority to use military force on US soil00:13:03 - A Libertarian perspective on borders, immigration, and the rule of law00:15:06 - Posse comitatus
2025-06-291h 13LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 26: The National Debt and Deficit SpendingEpisode 26 - The National Debt and Deficit Spending: Wherein we discuss the $37 Trillion US national debt, the budget deficit that every President has run for decades, the dangers to America due to increasing debt, and what should be done about it.Links:https://www.usdebtclock.org/https://demonocracy.info/infographics/usa/us_debt/us_debt.html00:00:11 - Introduction00:02:32 - The stereotypical Democrat and Republican approaches to spending00:06:34 - Definitions00:08:37 - Republicans hold a double standard when it comes to spending? (The Democrat viewpoint)00:10:42...
2025-06-141h 20LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 25: American CultureEpisode 25 - American Culture: Wherein we discuss what American culture is, what defines it, its history, and where it is headed in the future.00:00:11 - Introduction00:02:17 - Some definitions00:04:54 - There's no wrong answer to what is American culture, or is there?00:09:49 - When in our history did we have a cohesive culture?00:14:51 - Division is part of our DNA as a country00:16:44 - There's a difference between being multicultural and multiethnic00:17:40 - Black American culture and code switching00:23:50 - Why does melanin count determine...
2025-06-081h 13LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 24: DEIEpisode 24 - DEI: Wherein we discuss Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, what it is, what it's not, and how Americans on both sides of the political divide are reacting to it.00:00:11 - Introduction00:01:36 - Definitions00:02:57 - DEI, quotas, and affirmative action00:07:17 - Isn't discrimination in the workplace already illegal?00:09:11 - The DEI ideal00:10:38 - Two big education cases00:13:45 - SCOTUS has left room for racial diversity as a compelling interest00:15:57 - Diversity versus merit00:19:11 - Kamala Harris, the DEI Hire?00:22:01 - Where's...
2025-06-011h 24LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 23: The First 100 Days of Trump 2.0Episode 23 - The First 100 Days of Trump 2.0: Wherein we discuss the first 100 days of Trump's second term, what he promised to do, what's he's accomplished and failed to accomplish, and overall how we'd grade the start to his second time in the White House.00:00:11 - Introduction00:02:08 - The Republican says Trump has been effective in what he promised to do00:04:05 - The Democrat agrees? (Not so fast...)00:05:23 - He's done what he said he was going to do, and that's what I have a problem with00:06:15 - Don't come for my...
2025-05-161h 04LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 22: The Death PenaltyEpisode 22 - The Death Penalty: Wherein we discuss capital punishment, whether it is still an appropriate punishment in the 21st Century, and the roadblocks to changing the laws around it.00:00:11 - Introductions00:02:09 - The Republican side of things00:05:30 - Death penalty should be rare and have the utmost due process00:07:00 - The financial cost of the death penalty00:09:56 - Against the death penalty because of justice system bias00:12:32 - Would you be more in favor of the death penalty if the system was flawless?00:17:44 - Where does...
2025-05-031h 07LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 21: AbortionEpisode 21 - Abortion: Wherein we discuss abortion, personhood, whether there should be national-level laws regarding abortion, or whether it should be left up to each state, as the Dobbs decision has done recently.00:00:36 - Introductions and trigger warning00:03:10 - Roe v. Wade, Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, and Planned Parenthood v. Casey SCOTUS decisions00:08:39 - Definitions of abortion and life00:11:24 - 1 USC 8 definition of personhood00:14:13 - Rights, choices, and responsibilities00:16:20 - Is abortion appropriate when there is something terminally wrong with the fetus?00:18:46 - The problems with one-size-fits-all legislation00:21:40 - This is not a decision that should be...
2025-04-151h 14LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 20: States' RightsEpisode 20 - States' Rights: Wherein we discuss the balance between states' rights and the power of the Federal government.00:00:11 - Introductions00:00:47 - Any discussion about states' rights is code for slavery?00:02:54 - States' rights is never about granting more rights...00:08:08 - The differences between states is part of the beauty of the United States00:10:41 - We live in a very diverse society00:13:51 - There's no genuine compromise anymore00:22:01 - The gray area in national policy00:25:06 - The tough conversations need to be had00:29:27...
2025-04-121h 16LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 19: TariffsEpisode 19 - Tariffs: Wherein we discuss what tariffs are, what they're being used for, their pros and cons, and whether we think they're a good idea.00:00:11 - Introductions00:01:13 - What are tariffs?00:02:48 - Will thinks the cons outweigh the pros00:03:56 - What helps the US use tariffs to its advantage00:05:37 - What about the things we can't produce domestically?00:08:00 - Tariffs as negotiating tool00:11:20 - But what are we trying to negotiate?00:15:06 - What do you want Canada to do?00:17:30 - Why isn't...
2025-03-2859 minLDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 18: DOGEEpisode 18 - DOGE: Wherein we discuss the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), its legal status, its methods, and whether it will ultimately be effective.00:00:11 - Introductions00:03:33 - What is DOGE legally?00:09:14 - It's in the execution of it00:13:52 - Kneejerk reactions00:15:52 - The inefficiencies of the government budgeting process00:18:49 - DOGE's questionable legal stance could lead to the biggest inefficiencies00:22:21 - So far they're going after low dollar items00:28:50 - Could the Department of Veterans Affairs be outsourced to save money?00:33:39 - DOGE...
2025-03-141h 23LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 17: The 2nd AmendmentEpisode 17 - The 2nd Amendment: Wherein we discuss the 2nd Amendment, the Founding Fathers' original intent in drafting it, and what that means in today's society.00:00:11 - Introductions00:01:35 - Definitions from 178900:07:24 - What was the reason for this amendment?00:10:32 - The difference between a militia and a standing army00:12:55 - The difference between 1789 and 202500:15:39 - The right to defend self and property is an inalienable right00:16:28 - You can't pick and choose when to be an originalist or a revisionist when it suits you
2025-03-061h 28LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 16: What are Rights and Who Gives Them to Us?Episode 16 - What are Rights and Who Gives Them to Us?: Wherein we discuss the nature of Rights and whether they are given to us by our creator or by our government.00:00:11 - Introductions00:01:54 - What the Founding Fathers wrote about our rights00:03:57 - What's the precedence of our inalienable rights00:05:44 - The balance between life and liberty during COVID00:08:41 - No right is absolute00:10:40 - How many people's liberties is worth one life?00:13:38 - Your rights shouldn't impose on mine00:16:02 - Free market principles
2025-03-011h 16LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 15: Foreign AidEpisode 15 - Foreign Aid: Wherein we discuss the usefulness of US providing foreign aid to other countries.00:00:11 - Introductions00:02:06 - Non-military foreign aid helps us avoid conflict00:03:18 - The 4-star General says if he had one more dollar to invest...00:04:11 - What if you don't have one more dollar?00:05:34 - Zeroing it out wouldn't solve our fiscal issues...00:06:04 - Who do we want to be as a country?00:06:59 - America benefits from helping others too00:07:53 - De ja vu from a previous episode
2025-02-211h 11
OffscriptMe Before You by Jojo MoyesWelcome to Offscript the podcast where literature meets cinema every week. Join hosts Bri & Alli as they compare and contrast your favorite books with their movie adaptations. From classic tales to contemporary bestsellers, we dissect the creative choices that shape these narratives in both mediums. Tune in for insightful discussions and a lively exploration of the magic that happens when stories make the leap from page to screen. Subscribe now for your weekly dose of Offscript. This weeks book & movie synopsis: Louisa Clark, a quirky young woman who takes a job as a c...
2025-02-201h 05LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 14: Disaster Preparedness and ResponseEpisode 14 - Disaster Preparedness and Response: Wherein we discuss the role of the federal government in preparing the 50 states for disasters and responding in the aftermath.00:00:11 - Introductions00:01:11 - We can't keep up with this administration00:04:05 - LA's response to the wildfires00:05:45 - Who has the resources to respond after a natural disaster?00:07:50 - Friction in the government response00:10:19 - Insurance companies bailed out of LA due to government caps00:11:21 - People getting priced out of their homes by insurance00:12:52 - How do...
2025-02-141h 11LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 13: Trump's Cabinet Picks
Episode 13 - Trump's Cabinet Picks: Wherein we discuss some of Trump's picks for his cabinet and why they may or may not do a good job.
00:11 - Introductions03:13 - Let's talk about Pete Hegseth05:24 - His own mother thinks he's a terrible human being?06:20 - I outrank him and am older...could I do that job?06:59 - His career mirrored Trump's?08:07 - The theme is disruption09:24 - Civilian leadership of the military10:58 - Lack of experience leading large organizations12:43 - He'll be the guy taking the late night phone call15:09 - Second in command on Nukes16:24 - Women in...
2025-01-241h 14LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 12: January 6th
Episode 12 - January 6th: Wherein we discuss the events of January 6, 2021 and whether it has any import on today.
00:11 - Introductions
01:22 - Hakeem Jeffries dig at election deniers
02:51 - Our resident Republican's take
03:30 - Election oddities
05:49 - Election foul play or vibes?
08:29 - 2020 COVID vibes
09:44 - Violence vs legitimate protest
11:00 - The irony of storming the Capitol to keep Fauci in power
13:33 - Difference between Summer 2020 riots and J6
14:01 - Mob psychology
14:42 - Who stirred up the mob?
15:16 - What did Trump actually believe about the 2020 election results?
18:13 - From a legal standpoint, it doesn't really matter what he...
2025-01-081h 10LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 11: The Presidential PardonEpisode 11 - The Presidential Pardon: Wherein we discuss the President's Constitutional power of granting pardons, whether it is being abused, and whether it should be reigned in.
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:44 - Quoting the US Constitution
00:02:23 - We're going to talk about Biden's pardons
00:03:17 - Hunter Biden's pardons were for personal reasons?
00:07:29 - Was it to avoid prosecution?
00:08:30 - Is the Presidential Pardon power being misused?
00:09:10 - Historical examples of Presidential pardons
00:12:02 - Does it have anything to do with Burisma?
2024-12-191h 00LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Not an Episode 05: Intellectual Pluralism (by Will Atkins)Will implores everyone to be open to free speech and more accepting of differing viewpoints.
2024-12-1903 minLDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 10: Political Correctness and Wokeness
Our 10th Episode!!! - Political Correctness and Wokeness: Wherein we discuss what political correctness and wokeness are and how they are affecting policy decisions in our country today.
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:04:23 - Definitions
00:08:52 - "New" terms and who defines them?
00:14:17 - Is wokeism just virtue signaling?
00:16:42 - Don't just let yourself be asleep
00:19:43 - Don't come at me, bro
00:24:22 - White privilege
00:30:27 - Plug for Thomas Sowell's book Discrimination and Disparities
00:32:32 - How is wokeism affecting our politics?
00:34:18 - Anti-woke laws, cat litter, and book bans
00:40:43 - Government compelled speech?
00:47:18 - Anti-woke arguments sound a lot like segregationist arguments from...
2024-12-111h 15LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Not an Episode 04: Happy Thanksgiving (by Dion Dixon)Dion wishes everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and reminds everyone that there's a lot to be thankful for here in America.
2024-11-2802 minLDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 09: The Government's Role in Education
Episode 09 - The Government's Role in Education: Wherein we discuss President Elect Trump's plan to abolish the Department of Education, what the Department of Education actually does, and some of the issues facing the American education system.
----------
The LDRship Podcast: the podcast where we bring together voices from all sides of the political spectrum for thoughtful, civil discussion. Here we engage in real conversations with viewpoints from Libertarian, Democrat, and Republican backgrounds, tackling the issues that shape the hearts and minds of everyday Americans.
Our goal is to bridge divides, foster understanding, and create an upbeat, respectful space...
2024-11-271h 12LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 08: US Involvement in Foreign Conflicts
Episode 08 - US Involvement in Foreign Conflicts: Wherein we discuss our personal experiences in the US military, deployments to war zones, and how that affects our view on whether the US should be involved in foreign conflicts.
----------
The LDRship Podcast: the podcast where we bring together voices from all sides of the political spectrum for thoughtful, civil discussion. Here we engage in real conversations with viewpoints from Libertarian, Democrat, and Republican backgrounds, tackling the issues that shape the hearts and minds of everyday Americans.
Our goal is to bridge divides, foster understanding, and create an upbeat, respectful space...
2024-11-201h 27LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 07: 2024 Election Post Mortem
Episode 07 - 2024 Election Post Mortem: Wherein we discuss the results of the 2024 election and make predictions for the next four years under President Trump.
----------
The LDRship Podcast: the podcast where we bring together voices from all sides of the political spectrum for thoughtful, civil discussion. Here we engage in real conversations with viewpoints from Libertarian, Democrat, and Republican backgrounds, tackling the issues that shape the hearts and minds of everyday Americans.
Our goal is to bridge divides, foster understanding, and create an upbeat, respectful space for serious topics. Whether you’re passionate about policy or just looking for a...
2024-11-121h 21LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 06: If I were King/Queen for a Day...
Episode 06 - If I were King/Queen for a Day...: Wherein we discuss what aspects of policy other countries have implemented that we would like to see done here in America.
Causes website: https://www.causes.com
----------
The LDRship Podcast: the podcast where we bring together voices from all sides of the political spectrum for thoughtful, civil discussion. Here we engage in real conversations with viewpoints from Libertarian, Democrat, and Republican backgrounds, tackling the issues that shape the hearts and minds of everyday Americans.
Our goal is to bridge divides, foster understanding, and create an upbeat, respectful space...
2024-11-061h 24LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Not an Episode 03: Keep it Peaceful (Will Atkins, Dion Dixon, Brett Miller)
Will, Dion, and Brett ask viewers and listeners to remain peaceful as the election results unfold on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024.
2024-11-0205 minLDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 05: Media Bias and Polarization in AmericaEpisode 05 - Media Bias and Polarization in America: Wherein we discuss how polarized Americans have become, the media's role in it, and what to do about it.
Allsides.com Media Bias chart: https://www.allsides.com/media-bias/media-bias-chart
Adfontes Media Interactive Media Bias chart: https://adfontesmedia.com/interactive-media-bias-chart/
----------
The LDRship Podcast: the podcast where we bring together voices from all sides of the political spectrum for thoughtful, civil discussion. Here we engage in real conversations with viewpoints from Libertarian, Democrat, and Republican backgrounds, tackling the issues that shape...
2024-10-291h 06LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Not an Episode 02: Will's 2 Cents on the Economy (by Will Atkins)
Will responds to Episode 04 with his take on the economy.
2024-10-2513 minLDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 04: The Economy
Episode 04 - The Economy: Wherein we discuss the country's economy and the government's role in it.
----------
The LDRship Podcast: the podcast where we bring together voices from all sides of the political spectrum for thoughtful, civil discussion. Here we engage in real conversations with viewpoints from Libertarian, Democrat, and Republican backgrounds, tackling the issues that shape the hearts and minds of everyday Americans.
Our goal is to bridge divides, foster understanding, and create an upbeat, respectful space for serious topics. Whether you’re passionate about policy or just looking for a fresh perspective, we’re here to lead the...
2024-10-241h 07LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Not an Episode 01: The (Un)importance of the President (by Dion Dixon)Dion talks briefly about the original intent of the US Constitution's authors for the US Presidency and why it really shouldn't matter whom we elect to the job every four years.
2024-10-2403 minLDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 03: Immigration
Episode 03 - Immigration: Wherein we discuss the current immigration situation and what should and shouldn't be done about it.
----------
The LDRship Podcast: the podcast where we bring together voices from all sides of the political spectrum for thoughtful, civil discussion. Here we engage in real conversations with viewpoints from Libertarian, Democrat, and Republican backgrounds, tackling the issues that shape the hearts and minds of everyday Americans.
Our goal is to bridge divides, foster understanding, and create an upbeat, respectful space for serious topics. Whether you’re passionate about policy or just looking for a fresh perspective, we’re here...
2024-10-241h 10LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 02: Legislating Morality
Episode 02 - Legislating Morality: Wherein we discuss whether morality can be, or should be, legislated by the government.
----------
The LDRship Podcast: the podcast where we bring together voices from all sides of the political spectrum for thoughtful, civil discussion. Here we engage in real conversations with viewpoints from Libertarian, Democrat, and Republican backgrounds, tackling the issues that shape the hearts and minds of everyday Americans.
Our goal is to bridge divides, foster understanding, and create an upbeat, respectful space for serious topics. Whether you’re passionate about policy or just looking for a fresh perspective, we’re here to l...
2024-10-241h 03
LDRship PodcastLDRship Podcast - Episode 01: Introductions and the Role of Government
Episode 01 - Introductions and the Role of Government: Wherein we introduce ourselves and discuss what the role of government is and what it should be.
----------
The LDRship Podcast: the podcast where we bring together voices from all sides of the political spectrum for thoughtful, civil discussion. Here we engage in real conversations with viewpoints from Libertarian, Democrat, and Republican backgrounds, tackling the issues that shape the hearts and minds of everyday Americans.
Our goal is to bridge divides, foster understanding, and create an upbeat, respectful space for serious topics. Whether you’re passionate about policy or just looking fo...
2024-10-2457 min
Último Hombre En PieUHEP #656 - WWE y el problema de la división femenina - Episodio exclusivo para mecenasAgradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! WWE no tiene estrellas femeninas más allá de nombres contados. Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, Asuka, Charlotte Flair, Becky Lynch. Más allá de eso, vacío. Son dos títulos que tienen que repartirse y la empresa necesita, imperiosamente, empezar a mirar el modelo de NXT y ver qué funciona allí abajo: tiempo, espacio, talento incipiente, confianza y, sobre todo, un roster amplio con personajes diferenciados. En Raw y SmackDown podrían hacerlo. No lo hacen. Desgranamos las claves. Además, charlamos...
2023-06-0707 min