Lions Of Liberty

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes in co-founder of Greenpeace, Dr. Patrick Moore! Dr. Moore describes how he first became interested in the science of ecology, and how his concern with environmental destruction led him to co-found Greenpeace. Marc discusses with Dr. Moore just why he left Greenpeace, and gets into some of the ideological issues he has with many aspects of the environmental movement today. Dr. Moore goes on to explain the problems he sees with the hysteria surrounding global warming and climate change, and how he sees the future of energy unfolding.   As always, Marc shares his thoughts in the post-show wrap up!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes Lions of Liberty’s own Chris Rossini back to the show to discuss his new book “Set Money Free!”. Chris explains why he decided to get take his writing to the next level, and write a book about the Federal Reserve. Marc and Chris discuss why the Federal Reserve is so harmful to economic growth and individual liberty, and Chris describes his vision of how a free market monetary system could emerge and thrive in lieu of the centralized bank. As always, Marc shares his thoughts in the post-show wrap up!  Visit our website:  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes Shayne Wissler back to the show, to discuss the concepts laid out in his essay, “Against Anarchism.” Shayne explains why he believes it’s vital for advocates of individual liberty to work out differences in their philosophy, and describes the contradictions he sees with the anarchist viewpoint.  Shayne and Marc delve into various concepts including secession, non-intervention, and how the formation of city-states and federations can remain consistent with the principles of individual rights. As always, stay tuned for Marc’s post-show rant, in what may be the most controversial episode yet!  [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes defense attorney and author of “Arrest Proof Yourself”, Dale Carson. Dale describes how his career in law enforcement showed him the inherent flaws in the way policing is done in the United States, and sent him towards the defense side of the law. Marc and Dale discuss the type of attitude one should take with law enforcement, and Dale gives a few tips on just exactly how to “arrest-proof yourself.” Visit our website: Lion [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes in libertarian activist, and host of “Adam vs.The Man”, Adam Kokesh! Adam joins the show to discuss his new book “Freedom”, which he hopes to serve as a guide to lead people to accept a more free society. Adam describes his journey from a libertarian-leaning marine serving in Iraq to the passionate anti-war, freedom advocate he is today. Marc and Adam delve into libertarian philosophy, and debate the root problems libertarians should be addressing to advance a more free society. As per usual, Marc wraps things up with his thoughts in his weekly rant!  [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes in Adam Dick of the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity! Adam recounts how he first became interested in libertarian ideas, as well as some lessons learned from his early days involved with libertarian politics. Marc and Adam then go on to discuss various issues including the defeat of Eric Cantor, the failed attempt to “primary” Walter Jones, and the political success libertarians have achieved in winding down the War on Drugs.  Social Media: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair invites in a special guest in honor of Father’s Day…his dad, Alan Clair! The senior Mr. Clair discusses how his time in Vietnam began to shape his political views, as well some early indications in Marc’s childhood that provided insight into his inquisitive nature. The father and son go on to discuss various topics including unemployment, immigration, the Middle East conflict, and what the future holds for this here U S of A. As always, stay tuned in for Marc’s post show rant! Visit our web [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes in documentary filmmaker and political journalist, Jan Helfeld! Jan explains how and why he first started conducting his interview using the “Socratic Method”, and what he intends to achieve through them. Jan then describes his philosophy of limited government, and some of the issues he has with the anarchist position. As always, stay tuned in for Marc’s post show rant! Check out Jane Helfeld’s website and YouTube Channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes in actor and activist Aaron Calafato, to talk about his one-man play “For Profit”, about the student debt crisis. Marc and Aaron discuss their viewpoints on the reasons behind the massive student loan debt facing many of the nation’s youth, the devaluation of college degrees, and the direction of education looking forward. As always, stay tuned in for Marc’s post show rant! Check out Aaraon Calafato’s website.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special edition of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair tosses the format out the window and welcomes in fellow Lions of Liberty Brian, John and Trent for the first edition of what we call “Libertarians in Living Rooms Drinking Liquor.”  The gang kick back with their drink of choice and chat about various current events and their relevance to the advancement of liberty. Topics discussed include Rand Paul’s latest filibuster, the Texas teenager facing life in prison over hash brownies, political priorities for libertarians, and much, much more! We hope you enjoy this new semi-regular podcast feature!  Check out our website: < [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes in economist Robert Murphy to discuss the concept of anarcho-capitalism, a private property society without a political state. Robert explains how and why he became interested in anarcho-capitalist theory, before Marc and Robert run through many common objections to anarcho-capitalism. As usual, Marc shares his thoughts in the post-show rant!  Visit Robert Murphy’s website, ConsultingByRPM. Check out our website:  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes in Ademo Freeman, the founder of Cop Block. Ademo describes how becoming a victim of the War on Drugs led him down the path to discover libertarian ideas, and eventually to founding Cop Block, a decentralized project whose goal is police accountability. Marc and Ademo discuss the root causes behind rights-infringements by police, and delve into why Ademo views himself as a volunaryist. Of course, Marc has a few thoughts in the post-interview rant!  Check out our website: Lions of Liberty Social Media: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes in Barbara Oakley, Associate Professor at Oakland University, P.h.D and author of “Pathological Altruism” and “Evil Genes.” Barbara explains her exploration outward from an engineering background into the study of psychology, the concept behind “pathological altruism,” and how reason and emotion can often come into conflict when forming political viewpoints.  Check out our website:  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes in Thomas DiLorenzo, author of “The Real Lincoln” and “Lincoln Unmasked.” Mr. DiLorenzo explains why he first became interested in debunking much of the mythology of Abraham Lincoln, addresses many of the commonly held beliefs about his Presidency, and details his many crimes in the prosecution of the Civil War. As usual, Marc wraps it all up with one of his classic rants! Check out our website: Lions of Liberty Social Media: Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes in Republican Candidate for Senate in Georgia, Derrick Grayson, better known as TMOT aka The Minister of Truth to many in the libertarian community for his entertaining YouTube videos. Mr. Grayson describes how he first began making his “Drive Time with TMOT” videos on YouTube and how he came up with the TMOT moniker. Derrick explains how he first became a passionate advocate of the ideas of liberty through Ron Paul’s Presidential campaigns, and what inspired him to carry the torch of liberty himself and run for the United States Senate. Marc and Derrick discuss the philosophy behind his campaign, before Mr. Grayson takes some questions from some Daily Paul readers.  Check out our website:  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair is joined by Dr. Murray Sabrin, Professor of Finance at Ramapo College and Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in New Jersey. Dr. Sabrin describes how he and his family came to America from West Germany after surviving the Holocaust. Murray goes on to discuss how he became a libertarian, studying with Murray Rothbard, and what he hopes to achieve with his Senate campaign. Marc gets Dr. Sabrin’s thoughts on several issues including U.S. foreign policy, the War on Drugs, and Senator Rand Paul.  Check out our website: Lions of Liberty Social Media: Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special Lions of Liberty Rewind, we take a look back at the very first Lions of Liberty “Whiskey Chat”, where the Lions of Liberty co-founders discussed a man who has become a controversial figure in the libertarian circles, Kentucky Senator Rand Paul.  Check out our website: Lions of Liberty Social Media: Facebook Twitter Google + Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair is joined by Fred Foldvary, economics lecturer at San Jose State University, to discuss his work “Public Good and Private Communities: The Market Provision of Social Services.” Fred explains how he took the philosophy of Georgism and took it a step further by combining it with libertaran ideas, and coined the term “geo-libertarianism”. Mr. Foldvary details how private communities have developed to provide the type of “public” services that many often presume require an overreaching, coercive government to efficiently obtain.  Fred and Marc examine several modern examples of these private communities, including the most well-known private community in the world: Walt Disney World. Check out our website:  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair is joined by antiwar activist Alli McCracken of CODEPINK.  Alli describes her first visit to the  West Bank, and how her experiences there pushed her to question U.S. foreign policy and become a full-time antiwar activist. Marc and Alli discuss the Middle East conflict, drones, and how the foreign policy of the United States tends to eventually come back to haunt us at home. And of course, Marc finishes things off with one of his classic rants!                        Check out [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, I welcome in Blue Republican founder Robin Koerner! Robin details his journey to the United States from Great Britain, and how he found himself smack in the middle of the liberty movement when his article, “If You Love Peace, Become a Blue Republican (Just For a Year)” went viral and led to his founding of the Blue Republican political political organization. We discuss various obstacles that libertarians often face when trying to explain the ideas of liberty to others, and how we can reach out to other people who share similar ideas in order to show that liberty is the c [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices