Lions of Liberty Network

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair is joined by Brandon Keibler, the sixteen year old founder of “Project Digital Privacy”, a group which aims to end local and state level mass digital surveillance in the United States. Brandon begins by describing how he first became politically aware at the age of fourteen, when he learned of the Edward Snowden revelations while on vacation. Brandon then details how, after co-founding Restore the Fourth  [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcome in Brad Burge, Director of Communications and Marketing for MAPS - the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies. Brad explains how he first became interested in the medical uses of psychedelics and how it led him to his current position with MAPS. Marc and Brad discuss the various medical benefits that psychedelic drugs such as MDMA, LSD, and ayahuasca have been shown to have in conjunction with therapy for people with various mental illnesses such as PTSD. Brad describes how MAPS has been able to study these drugs in a safe, scientific environment, how the War on Drugs has hindered medical advancement on these drugs, and how the future looks for psychedelic medicine. [...] 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 Brian Aitken, author of “Blue Tent Sky: How the Left’s War on Guns Cost Me My Son and My Freedom.”  Brian describes the circumstances which led to his arrest in New Jersey for transporting his legally owned guns, and how prosecutors, judges, and even his first attorney tried to corral him into a plea deal. Brian details how the jury was manipulated to produce a “guilty” verdict, his brief time spent in prison, and what led Governor Christie to commute his sentence. Marc and Brian discuss how this event has impacted Bri [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair convenes another session of our popular feature, “Libertarians in Living Rooms Drinking Liquor” (LILDL.) Marc welcomes back Brian McWilliams, John Odermatt and J.B. Lubin to discuss current events over a few adult beverages. After the gang gets acquainted and discuss their drinks of choice for the evening, the LILDL  react to some recently acclaimed films such as “Citizen Four” and “American Sniper.” Marc and Brian wage a battle over cheap plugs as the LILDL’s discuss recent Lions of Liberty articles such as the diabetic blogger’s defeat of a gag order for “unlicensed nutritional advice” and the 72-year-old New Jersey man facing prison for possessing an antique pistol. Things get contentious as the topic of guns inspires so [...] 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. Keith Smith, co-founder of and practicing surgeon at the Surgery Center of Oklahoma. Dr. Smith explains why he first went into the field of medicine, and details the problems he saw in the industry that led him to form the free market oriented Surgery Center of Oklahoma. Marc and Keith discuss how the medical industry in the United States is influenced by cronyism, and how this leads to a distorted market and price dishonesty from unaccountable institutions. They then discuss how the Surgery Center of Oklahoma is able to deliver quality service at affordable prices while practicing price honesty by refusing to participate in government programs. Stay tuned for Marc’s wrap-up rant, as he has his own thoughts on the root causes of the problems with the medical industry in the United Sta [...] 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 the founder and creative mind behind “The Voluntaryist” comic book series, Jaime Sherman! Jaime describes how he first became interested in the ideas of liberty, and just how he merged that interest with his passion for the comic book medium. Jaime and Marc discuss why the comic book medium is so unique, the concept of voluntaryism, and just how Jaime hopes the character of “Jack V. Lloyd” can interest people in the ideas of liberty. As usual, Marc has some thoughts of his own in the wrap-up [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, Julie Borowski makes her return to the show to discuss some of her most recent YouTube videos. Host Marc Clair and Julie discuss the 17 year old girl being forced to undergo chemotherapy, why Beyonce can go to Cuba while most U.S. citizens can’t, the problem with the idea of “free” community college, and more! We then touch on the concept of breed specific legislation, and Julie gives her thoughts on being subject to Jan Helfeld’s “Socratic method” interviewing style. As usual, Marc has some thoughts of his own in the wrap-up rant! For full show notes, head on over to  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Lions of Liberty Podcast, host Marc Clair welcomes Lew Rockwell, editor of LewRockwell.com, founder and chairman of the Mises Institute, and author of “Against the State: An Anarcho-Capitalist Manifesto.” Lew describes how his politcal views first developed. and how Murray Rothbard would later influence him towards his current beliefs. Marc and Lew then delve into the concept of anarcho-capitalism. Lew explains just why he is an anarcho-capitalist, and why he is “against the State.” Marc and Lew go on to discuss how the concept of government jives with anarcho-capitalism, how it affects participation in politics, and Lew answers the question “Is Ross Ulbricht a hero?” Stay tuned for Mar [...] 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 blogger and YouTube star, Carey Wedler! Carey describes how her early political views took shape and why she was “hysterical” for Barack Obama during his first Presidential run. She discusses how she slowly became skeptical not only of President Obama, but of the left-right political paradigm overall, and what led to her finally “Burning Her Last Bridge with Obama” for all the world to see on Youtube, Marc and Carey then discuss why Ron Paul had such impact on the minds of so ma [...] 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 fellow Lions of Liberty contributor and co-founder, John Odermatt, for the inaugural edition of The Felony Report! John explains how he first became aware of the “plight of felons” and what let him to start writing his weekly Felony Friday series of articles. John and Marc review Felony Friday articles from the beginning of the year, touching on topics such as France’s gun problem, assaults on sports officials, and the sad death of a 95-yea [...] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices