Good Morning Liberty

In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson return with their lively discussions on life, liberty, and the pursuit of meaning. The duo kicks off with a wrap-up of February's 'Dumb Bleep of the Month,' where they break down the month's most absurd and laughable moments. Topics include Idris Elba's innovative knife solution, Trevor Noah's controversial take on segregation, an outrageous Ohio bill targeting certain male behaviors, and the existential dread of federal workers over responding to emails. Along the way, Nate and Chuck delve into the latest news, including Trump's announcement on military aid to Ukraine and escalating tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada. Join us for an engaging mix of humor, analysis, and commentary on current events and the liberties we cherish. (01:53) Trump's Military Aid Pause to Ukraine (06:54 Tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China (11:35) Robert Reich on Tariffs (15:58) Idris Elba on Knife Innovation (21:34) Trevor Noah on Segregation (28:47) Ohio and Mississippi's Ejaculation Bill (33:16) Federal Workers' Existential Dread Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Join Nate, Drew Chandlerr, Dave Benner, Charles Thompson, and special guest Clint Russell from Liberty Lockdown as they dive into the topic of the downfall of the mainstream media, live from the 2025 LPTN State Convention. The panel discusses their personal experiences with traditional news outlets, the rise of new media platforms, and the significant impact of media narratives on global events such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict. (00:31) The Downfall of Mainstream Media (00:47) Personal Experiences with News Consumption (03:53) Media's Influence on Political Decisions (04:38) Corporate Media's Hypocrisy and Bias (10:28) The Role of Technology in Media Evolution (11:28) Favorite Media Hoaxes and Misinformation (14:44) USAID and Media Manipulation (25:01) Understanding Trump's Incentives (26:48) Zelensky's Geopolitical Moves (28:30) Zelensky's Negotiation Blunders (31:47) Media's Role in Shaping Perceptions (39:53) The Future of Media and Free Speech Drew Chandlerr on X: https://x.com/drewchandlerr Dave Benner on X: https://x.com/dbenner83 Clint Russell on X: https://x.com/LibertyLockPod Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson recap their experience at the Libertarian Party Tennessee State Convention, discuss key speeches by Peter McCullough and Dan McKnight, and celebrate winning the '2025 Peyton Manning Rookie of the Year Award'. The focus then shifts to dissecting a tense exchange between President Zelensky and JD Vance on the topic of U.S. involvement in Ukraine and the diplomatic strategies to handle Russia. Finally, the duo dive into Elon Musk's controversial comments on Social Security, examining the arguments presented by critics such as Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and AOC, while discussing whether Social Security is essentially a Ponzi scheme. An in-depth look at the numbers reveals the potential benefits of privatizing Social Security investments. (04:13) Zelensky's Controversial Statements (05:20) Debate on Diplomacy and War (10:06) Trump's Perspective on the Conflict (18:29) Nuclear Threats and Global Stakes (23:33) Compromise and Concessions in Ukraine (24:29) Trump's Role in the Ukraine Conflict (24:42) Critique of Ukraine's War Efforts (25:01) Conspiracy Theories and Criticism of the Left (27:20) Europe's Role in Supporting Ukraine (28:15) The True Cost of Military Aid (29:32) Elon Musk's Controversial Comments on Social Security (32:42) Debating the Merits of Social Security (36:21)Public Reactions to Musk's Statements (43:09) The Financial Reality of Social Security Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

National Political Reporter for Upward News and Young Voices contributor, Victoria Snitsar Churchill, joins Josh to discuss the shift away from the Old Media and the rise of the New Media. They discuss some of the reasons the Old Media is dying and why people are embracing the New Media outlets. They also talk about how the New Media affected the recent election and some of the pitfalls the New Media should avoid as they continue to create space for themselves in the media market. Victoria's article on Substack: The Media is Dead. Long Live New Media Follow Victoria at Upward News, on X, and on Instagram: https://upward.news/ https://x.com/snits_churchy?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg https://www.instagram.com/victoriasnitsarchurchill?igsh=MTMzZTF0b3p0MmU0Zw== Check out Victoria's Podcast Freedom Shots, and follow her on Substack: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zskSKkU33cD5Tn7xFECcd?si=cUIO7BQWRFO1TWUfMJrN2g https://victoriasnitsarchurchill.substack.com/?r=3goao8&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=profile Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Ryan Ralston form You Are The Power joins Josh to discuss their latest cases, including some more craziness, but also some potentially positive changes coming out of Georgia. They also discuss a case in Arkansas and a case in Texas. Get involved and help You Are The Power make an impact: https://www.youarethepower.net/ Follow You Are The Power on X: https://x.com/yatpofficial?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg Contact Ryan directly at: ryan.ralston@youarethepower.net Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

In this week's episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson tackle the most ridiculous headlines, including federal workers' emotional meltdowns over basic accountability, Joy Reid's tearful reaction to her show's cancellation, and Minnesota Supreme Court's bizarre ruling on vehicle interiors. The duo also discusses the implications of Zelensky's NATO offer, the media's attempts to cast RFK Jr. as a cause for a measles outbreak, and more. Join us as we dissect these dumb headlines and share our thoughts! (02:55) Trump's Budget Balancing Claims (08:47) Joy Reid's Show Cancellation (18:47) Elon Musk and His Son Controversy (22:33) Kamala Harris's NAACP Award Speech (26:33) Minnesota Supreme Court's Public Place Ruling (32:13) Introduction to the Book on Biden's Decline (33:04) Jake Tapper's Role in the Cover-Up (33:27) Media's Hypocrisy and Cognitive Decline Debate (35:44) Zelensky's Offer and NATO Controversy (38:24) Measles Outbreak and RFK Jr.'s Role (43:37) Federal Employees' Reactions to Musk's Email (55:11) Jeff Bezos and Media Ownership Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson dive deep into the latest developments in the federal budget and spending cuts. They discuss the House's new spending bill, the ongoing challenges with Medicare, and Thomas Massey's viral video criticizing the GOP's budget plans. They also highlight issues with government unions, Elon Musk's controversial email to federal employees, and an unexpected white pill from Jeff Bezos and the Washington Post. Join Nate and Chuck as they break down complex topics with humor and insight, while their dogs, Toby and Simba, chill in the background. Don't miss this jam-packed episode! (01:22) Political News and Spending Bill Discussion (03:47) Government Spending and Deficit Analysis (07:33) Thomas Massie's Opposition and GOP Reactions (14:29) Elon Musk's Cabinet Meeting Speech (16:21) Reflections on Government Waste and Public Perception (19:26) Discussing Tax Cuts and Government Spending (23:05) Elon's Email Controversy (26:57) Government Unions and Accountability (33:07) Washington Post's New Editorial Direction (35:21) Closing Remarks and Future Plans Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Memphis comedian Charlie Reifenberger joined Nate & Chuck to talk about darn near everything. Charlie also co-hosts a podcast called Golden Nonsense with his friend John so you should check that out. Charlie's X: https://x.com/charliereif Golden Nonsense https://goldennonsense.com/ https://x.com/GoldNonsensePod https://goldennonsense.com/charlie-reifenberger-stand-up/

Law Professor Ilan Wurman and Young Voices contributor Benjamin Ayanian join Josh to discuss their recent piece in Real Clear Politics that explores the constitutionality and the historical constitutional interpretation of the spending clause. In their piece, they look at how a more originalist interpretation of the constitution might call into question the constitutionality of much of our current federal spending. Ilan and Benjamin's article in Real Clear Politics: https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2025/01/24/the_constitution_provides_answers_to_our_federal_debt_problem_152236.html Follow Ilan on X and get his books on Amazon: https://x.com/ilan_wurman?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg https://a.co/d/bkS8Ojv https://a.co/d/eNx0dpV Check out Ilan's recent article in the New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/15/opinion/trump-birthright-citizenship.html Follow Benjamin on X, at Young Voices, and get his book on Amazon: https://x.com/benjaminayanian?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg https://www.joinyv.org/talent/benjamin-ayanian https://a.co/d/dsyeCiQ Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML

Join Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson on this episode of Good Morning Liberty as they discuss the most outrageous news and dumb moments of the week. From the saltiness over USA vs. Canada game to dissecting 'Dumb Bleep of the Week' with submissions ranging from Trump Derangement Syndrome, billionaire comments, and more. They dive into integration vs. segregation debates sparked by Trevor Noah, political controversies, and absurd commentary from politicians and social media. End the week with a roundup of cringe-worthy and laughable moments that will leave you questioning reality. (03:01) Dumb Bleep #1: Trump Derangement Syndrome (07:34) Dumb Bleep #2: Trump's Controversial Tweet (09:07) Dumb Bleep #3: Bill Burr on Billionaires (20:15) Dumb Bleep #4: Representative Garcia's Comments (24:40) Dumb Bleep #5: Plane Crash Controversy (28:12) All-Female Flights and Safety (30:24) Aviation Safety Statistics (31:42) Doge Dividend Checks Discussion (38:52) Mirror Reflection Mystery (41:50) Segregation and Integration Debate (46:15) Revolutionary Rhetoric (48:53) Nazi Allegations and Free Speech Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/GML Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 Join the private discord & chat during the show! joingml.com Bank on Yourself bankonyourself.com/gml Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50off Good Morning Liberty is sponsored by BetterHelp! Rediscover your curiosity today by visiting Betterhelp.com/GML (Get 10% off your first month) Protect your privacy and unlock the full potential of your streaming services with ExpressVPN. Get 3 more months absolutely FREE by using our link EXPRESSVPN.com/GML