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Scott Horton

Director of the Libertarian Institute and editorial director of Antiwar.com. Host of The Scott Horton Show, and a critic of U.S. military interventionism for three decades.

Top 10 podcasts with Scott Horton

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1,033 snips
Aug 24, 2025 • 10h 35min

#478 – Scott Horton: The Case Against War and the Military Industrial Complex

Scott Horton, director of the Libertarian Institute and a veteran antiwar voice, dives deep into the pitfalls of U.S. military interventionism. He critiques the military-industrial complex and highlights the historical implications of U.S. foreign policy decisions, like support for authoritarian regimes. Horton discusses the vital role of whistleblowers in promoting transparency, and reflects on the costs of war, arguing for the power of education and awareness in shaping antiwar sentiments.
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46 snips
Nov 6, 2025 • 1h 4min

Ep. 2706 Scott Horton and the Fall of Israel First

Scott Horton, editorial director at Antiwar.com and founder of the Scott Horton Academy, dives into the shifting tides of U.S. foreign policy, highlighting the decline of the Israel-first stance. He discusses how Israel's actions in Gaza fueled public disillusionment and fractured evangelical and conservative support. Horton connects media changes, like Tucker Carlson's influence, to a younger audience reconsidering Israel. They critique pro-Israel rhetoric's backlash, discuss the impact of the Israel lobby on U.S. sovereignty, and explore the significance of truthful narratives to shift public opinion.
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41 snips
Mar 12, 2026 • 1h 15min

Scott Horton on Iran

Scott Horton, longtime foreign policy analyst and managing editor at Antiwar.com, discusses U.S. interventionism and Iran expertise. They examine changed attitudes toward Trump, the limits of air power and regional bases, the risks of escalation and sectarian mobilization, and why foreign uprisings and exile promises rarely lead to predictable regime change.
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25 snips
Mar 3, 2026 • 1h 13min

3/3/26: Scott Horton Unloads On Iran War, MSM Pro-War Propaganda, Kat Abughazaleh On Iran and Ukraine

Scott Horton, Libertarian Institute director and critic of intervention, and Kat Abu-Ghazaleh, Illinois congressional candidate and foreign policy commentator. They spar over risks of war with Iran, media pro-war narratives, NATO and regional blowback. Kat outlines humane foreign policy, conditional aid for Ukraine and Taiwan, and public diplomacy as an alternative to intervention.
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24 snips
Sep 8, 2025 • 3h 5min

Ep 188: Examining U.S. Geopolitics, Israel & Palestine with Scott Horton

Scott Horton, an editorial director at Antiwar.com and host of the Scott Horton Show, dives deep into U.S. foreign policy and the history of the Israel-Palestine conflict. He discusses critical moments like the USS Liberty incident, the impact of misaligned alliances during the Cold War, and the complexities of terrorism in America. Horton emphasizes the importance of education in decoding today’s information overload while exploring how narratives shape geopolitical perceptions and the moral responsibilities surrounding warfare.
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20 snips
Mar 2, 2026 • 54min

Ep. 2740 The Moronic Neocon War with Iran, with Scott Horton, Jon Hoffman, and Brandan Buck

Brandan Buck, Cato research fellow on military and generational politics; Jon Hoffman, foreign-policy analyst focused on U.S.-Middle East relations; Scott Horton, longtime noninterventionist commentator. They dissect recent U.S./Israeli strikes on Iran. Short-term rationales, who benefits, plausibility of a decapitation strike, risks of escalation, political dynamics and why regime-change plans face limits.
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18 snips
Sep 6, 2025 • 1h 4min

Libertarian Power Hour?! - September 5, 2025

Dave Smith, a comedian and libertarian voice, teams up with Scott Horton, director of the Libertarian Institute, to tackle controversial U.S. military actions, including a striking debate over drug trafficking strikes. They delve into the complexities of foreign intervention, particularly in Venezuela, questioning the narratives that often drive these policies. The discussion also highlights a growing skepticism toward military engagement among conservatives and the implications for U.S.-Israel relations as public opinion begins to shift.
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8 snips
Feb 12, 2026 • 53min

Porcupine Report #99: “Build Freedom from the War Machine” with Scott Horton

Scott Horton, author, journalist, and antiwar activist who teaches foreign-policy history, discusses U.S. interventionism and the costs of endless war. He outlines the Horton Academy and outreach to mainstream audiences. They dig into shifting public opinion, propaganda and regime-change fantasies. They highlight state-level efforts like Defend the Guard to constrain undeclared wars.
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7 snips
Oct 14, 2025 • 2h 10min

#345 - Scott Horton UNLOADS on Nuclear War, Netanyahu & Iran

Scott Horton, Director of the Libertarian Institute and anti-war advocate, dives deep into the complexities of U.S. foreign policy regarding Iran and Israel. He discusses the historical context of nuclear assistance to Iran and critiques interventionist policies that led to escalating tensions. Horton explores the regrettable post-9/11 missed opportunities and argues that military actions only complicate U.S. interests in the Middle East. He warns that current strategies risk nuclear escalation and emphasizes the absurdity of regime-change thinking.
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5 snips
Aug 23, 2025 • 1h 37min

“Unipolar Moment is Over” How America Lost Its Ultimate Power - and what comes next.

Scott Horton, a bestselling author and foreign policy expert, analyzes America’s dwindling status as a global superpower. He critiques the costly pursuit of hegemony, exploring its toll on national wealth and liberty. Horton discusses how U.S. actions have fostered new global competitors and challenges the myth of America's insecurity. He also critiques the rhetoric used to justify military actions like the Iraq War and warns against the increasing government control reminiscent of China. This provocative discourse invites reflection on America's future role.

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