

Good Morning Liberty
Good Morning Liberty
Good Morning Liberty is a libertarian podcast hosted by Nate and Chuck, lifelong friends and former touring musicians who now run a healthcare software business in Nashville, TN. Each episode breaks down daily news and political events through the lens of libertarian philosophies, emphasizing individual freedom, logic-based arguments, and practical ways to live a meaningful life. With a mix of humor and insightful commentary, it's perfect for anyone seeking a fresh, liberty-minded start to their day.
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Dec 26, 2024 • 38min
Dumb Bleep of the YEAR (Round 1) - AUGUST - White Dudes for Harris, UK Tyranny, Harris/Walz Interview || EP 1445
It's Dumb Bleep of the YEAR. Here's your August roundup: (00:00) White Dudes for Harris (14:02) UK Tyranny (23:10) Disney Lawsuit (27:20) No Harris Policies (31:42) First Harris/Walz Interview Links: https://gml.bio.link/ Watch GML on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 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 Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50 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

Dec 26, 2024 • 23min
Dumb Bleep of the YEAR (Round 1) - JULY - Awesome Jew, Destiny, Not the Border Czar || EP 1444
(00:00) 1 - Awesome Jew and Thomas Massie's Wife (03:20) 2 - Destiny's Disturbing Comments (09:22) 3 - Not the Border Czar Links: https://gml.bio.link/ Watch GML on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 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 Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50 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

Dec 25, 2024 • 25min
Dumb Bleep of the YEAR (Round 1) - JUNE - CA Minimum Wage, Stalin & Mao Libertarians, Cheap Fakes, & More || EP 1443
In this episode, the hosts discuss the economic repercussions of California's new $20 minimum wage, highlighting the significant job losses and increased prices in the fast-food industry. They critique the law, which forced several restaurants, including a beloved taco chain, to shutter numerous locations and accelerated a move towards automation. The conversation also covers controversial political perspectives, including an exploration of claims that Stalin and Mao were libertarians, alongside a critique of media manipulation surrounding President Biden's public appearances. Additionally, the episode addresses the rise of 'cheap fakes' and the implications of Texas's abortion ban on infant mortality rates. (00:00) CA Minimum Wage Effects (03:34) Stalin & Mao were Libertarians (10:44) Cheap Fakes (20:06) Abortion Ban and Infant Mortality Links: https://gml.bio.link/ Watch GML on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 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 Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50 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

Dec 24, 2024 • 47min
Dumb Bleep of the YEAR (Round 1) - MAY - Nadler 2A, Queer Planet, Trump Hoax, Bad Econ 101 || EP 1442
This episode discusses Thomas Massie's correction of a reading of the Second Amendment by Jerry Nadler, focusing on omitted words and the implications for the right to bear arms. It also covers foreign lobbying influences in Congress, particularly by AIPAC against Thomas Massie after his vote against Speaker Johnson. Later, the conversation shifts to a preview of 'Queer Planet' on Peacock, critiquing its representation of homosexuality in the animal kingdom. Additional discussions include hypothetical survival scenarios and controversial statements on economics, reparations, and Trump's campaign ads. (00:00) Nadler vs Massie 2A (05:39) Queer Planet (16:17) Trump Hoaxes (30:55) Bad Econ 101 Links: https://gml.bio.link/ Watch GML on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 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 Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50 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

Dec 24, 2024 • 26min
Dumb Bleep of the YEAR (Round 1) - APRIL - Campus Protests, It's not the Economy, Good Morning Racist || EP 1441
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate discusses the ongoing 'Dumb Bleep of the Year' voting process and how listeners can participate. The episode starts with a breakdown of common misconceptions about the state of the economy, particularly focusing on inflation and public perception versus actual data. Then, Nate highlights some absurd statements made by politicians like Sheila Jackson Lee, who mischaracterized the moon as being made of gases, and Hank Johnson's fear of Guam capsizing. The episode concludes with a critique of the phrase 'Good Morning' being labeled as racist and a discussion on free speech limitations at public universities. (01:54) It's not the economy, it's you (07:12) Sheila Jackson Lee's Moon Comments (12:21) Good Morning is Racist (19:43) Campus Protest Saga Links: https://gml.bio.link/ Watch GML on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 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 Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50 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

Dec 23, 2024 • 45min
Dumb Bleep of the YEAR (Round 1) - MARCH - Taylor Lorenz, Minimum Tax, Vandy Sit-in, Squatters Rights & More || EP 1440
In this entertaining discussion, journalist Taylor Lorenz, known for her coverage of online culture and her clash with Libs of TikTok, dives into some of the year’s most ridiculous controversies. She examines the fallout from her recent disputes and the implications for social media accountability. The conversation also tackles corporate tax disparities, the Living Wage for Musicians Act, and the bizarre squatter rights case plaguing homeowners, culminating in a humorous recount of a protest at Vanderbilt University over basic necessities.

Dec 23, 2024 • 44min
Dumb Bleep of the YEAR (Round 1) - February - Ayanna Pressley, Biden Docs, Acorn Assault, Men's Breast Milk || EP 1439
The latest roundup highlights the controversial closure of Walgreens in minority neighborhoods, raising questions about racial discrimination. Biden's mishandling of classified documents leads to discussions on political double standards and mental fitness. In a bizarre twist, the comparison of trans women's milk to traditional breast milk sparks humor and skepticism. Amid a dramatic police incident, the hosts find comedy in chaos, showcasing how laughter can emerge even in serious situations. Expect insightful critiques mixed with entertaining takes!

Dec 22, 2024 • 28min
Dumb Bleep of the YEAR (Round 1) - January - Amos Miller, 6ft Fauci, NJ Plastic Bag Ban, Porch Pirates || EP 1438
It's time for Dumb Bleep of the Year! This episode brings you the DBOTW winners from January, including the raid on Amish farmer Amos Miller for selling non-USDA certified meat, New Jersey's failed plastic bag ban, Dr. Fauci's admission on social distancing rules, and other governmental overreaches. (01:54) Amish Farmer's Legal Battle (13:11) Fauci's Social Distancing Admission (15:24) Canadian Porch Pirates Privacy (18:33) New Jersey's Plastic Bag Ban Backfire Links: https://gml.bio.link/ Watch GML on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 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 Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50 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

Dec 20, 2024 • 1h 10min
Dumb BLEEP of the Week! (Congress, Kulinski, Wokeness, & More) || EP 1437
Join Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson in the latest episode of Good Morning Liberty as they dive into the 'Dumb Bleep of the Week,' covering various topics and reactions in the news. They discuss the year-end madness around the CR bills and debt ceiling increases, the controversial decision of the Miss France pageant, and PolitiFact's 'Lie of the Year' selection. The hosts also delve into Kyle Kulinski's recent rants, Whoopi Goldberg's views on healthcare, and the grand jury's terrorist designation in an ongoing case. Don't miss this hilarious yet insightful episode as they wrap up 2024 with a bang! (02:48) Government Shutdown Drama (03:19) Elon Musk and Social Media Influence (03:55) Debate on Ultra Rich and Democracy (04:56) Government Shutdown Impact (12:12) Debt Ceiling Controversy (14:17) Trump's Influence and Republican Reactions (25:18) Congressional Stock Trading and Pay Raises (31:00) Privatizing the Postal Service (35:39) Daylight Saving Time Debate (37:04) Trust Fall and Daylight Saving Time (37:41) The Case for Keeping Daylight Saving Time (38:25) Shorter Days and Factor Meals (39:56) Jasmine Crockett and MLK Day Controversy (41:11) PolitiFact's Lie of the Year (42:02) Joe Biden's Cognitive Health Debate (48:38) Kyle Kulinski on Joe Rogan (54:46) Luigi and Whoopi Goldberg (01:05:54) Dumb Bleep of the Week Voting Links: https://gml.bio.link/ Watch GML on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 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 Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50 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

Dec 19, 2024 • 41min
Musk & X Kill CR, Senate Passes $200B Social Security Bill, Trump Pushes to Terminate Debt Limit || EP 1436
The controversial continuing resolution bill, the political maneuvers behind it, and the influence of Elon Musk, who stirred the Republican waters and advocated for government reform. The episode wraps up with a look at other legislative actions, such as the Social Security Fairness Act and a rundown of relevant tweets and reactions from political figures. The hosts don't shy away from the potential impacts of political decisions on the holiday season, making for both a festive and thought-provoking episode. (00:30) Christmas Movie Marathon (04:23) Elon Musk and the Spending Bill (05:28) Government Shutdown and Spending Bill Breakdown (14:48) Global Engagement Center and Online Censorship (18:37) Ad Break: Factor Meals (19:25) Save Money with Factor Meals (19:54) Government Censorship and Lawsuits (20:54) Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (24:12) Social Security Fairness Act (26:52) Elon Musk and Government Control (29:16) Debt Ceiling and Government Spending (39:59) Closing Remarks and Call to Action Links: https://gml.bio.link/ Watch GML on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv 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 Get FACTOR Today! FACTORMEALS.com/gml50 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


