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290 - Freedom Of Opportunity
I saw that Mark Cuban was at it again with DEI. This time, he suggests changing words is what is necessary rather than discarding a process antithetical to human behavior. In this episode, we heavily use an essay from economist George Reisman to combat the insidious nature of equity and equality.
S H O W N O T E S
Freedom Of Opportunity Not Equality Of Opportunity: https://www.amazon.com/FREEDOM-OPPORTUNITY-NOT-EQUALITY-ebook/dp/B00VW8RJ26
Wait Song: Smoke Rising
Music by: CreatorMix.com
Video: https://youtu.be/_oaZzkn0bW4
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289 - A Trans-Easter Showdown
I look back on my bill review record and then we take a look at the recent controversy over the Trans Day Of Visibility.
S H O W N O T E S
The Hill: https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4566351-heres-what-trump-and-biden-said-easter/
A Proclamation on Transgender Day of Visibility, 2024: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/03/29/a-proclamation-on-transgender-day-of-visibility-2024/
Wait Song: Smoke Rising
Music by: CreatorMix.com
Video: https://youtu.be/_oaZzkn0bW4
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288 - Will Intermittent Fasting Kill You?
"Intermittent fasting linked to higher risk of cardiovascular death, research suggests" said a recent NBC article. But will it? Kyle Matovick of the Liberty and Health podcast joins me to discuss.
S H O W N O T E S
NBC News: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/heart-health/intermittent-fasting-risk-cardiovascular-death-rcna143853
Press Release: https://newsroom.heart.org/news/8-hour-time-restricted-eating-linked-to-a-91-higher-risk-of-cardiovascular-death
Stat News: https://www.statnews.com/2024/03/19/intermittent-fasting-study-heart-risk/
Liberty & Health podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEk3qKqx4dy__0FkSmtSfbQ
Wait Song: Smoke Rising
Music by: CreatorMix.com
Video: https://youtu.be/_oaZzkn0bW4
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287 - In Memory Of Marcus Reeder
Our former Vice Chair of the local Libertarian Party passed away recently. This episode is in memory and honor of him. Rest in peace, Marcus.
S H O W N O T E S
LPF Tribute: https://lpf.nationbuilder.com/in_memoriam_marcus_andrew_reeder_april_15_1973_march_13_2024
Wait Song: Smoke Rising
Music by: CreatorMix.com
Video: https://youtu.be/_oaZzkn0bW4
Song (Remembering Marcus): Happiness
Artist: Owl Nest
Music by: CreatorMix.com
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286 - Random Dad Musings #16
One today's episode, I discuss a conversation between Piers Morgan and Ben Shapiro with the Ronna McDaniel firing at NBC, how the liberty movement ought treat conspiracies, and discuss a little news from Jacksonville.
S H O W N O T E S
Piers Morgan (Ben Shapiro): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNFZma-ZCdU
MSNBC (Joy Reid & Rachel Maddow): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwjalOS-jvs
Gov DeSantis Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WurxI0wk440
Wait Song: Smoke Rising
Music by: CreatorMix.com
Video: https://youtu.be/_oaZzkn0bW4
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285 - Exposing Manipulative Rhetoric
Recently Candace Owens interviewed Rabbi Barclay on her show to discuss a scathing article he wrote about her. As it turns out, Rabbi Barclay used some deceptive rhetoric that's worth discussing.
S H O W N O T E S
Candace Owens' Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJ9GQ-gexhQ&t=1s
MLK - The Other America speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOWDtDUKz-U
Golda Meir Quote (book): https://archive.org/details/landofourownoral0000meir/page/242/mode/2up?view=theater
The Jewish Star: https://www.thejewishstar.com/stories/The-mystery-of-Golda-Meirs-golden-gems,6147?page=1
Richner Communications: https://www.richnerlive.com/aboutrichnercommunications/
Wait Song: Smoke Rising
Music by: CreatorMix.com
Video: https://youtu.be/_oaZzkn0bW4
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284 - Florida Takes On Squatters
A recent video of a squatter in NYC with the property owner being arrested was making the rounds. As it turns out, Florida has a bill ready to deal with squatters. I review HB 621 (2023) Property Rights in this episode.
S H O W N O T E S
Good Morning America (NYC Homeowner): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JeTvsc1vWY8
News4Jax (Mar 2024): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LaEHmp-3GyI
FL HB 621: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/621
Wait Song: Smoke Rising
Music by: CreatorMix.com
Video: https://youtu.be/_oaZzkn0bW4
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283 - Random Dad Musings #15
Much of today's consternation--or shall we say, panic--is just a repeat of yesterday, unfamiliarity with the evidence, or ignoring the obvious. Join me as I discuss Don Lemon and Musk, American unhappiness, and immigration fear porn.
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282 - Guns, Immigrants, and Borders
U.S. District Judge Sharon Johnson Coleman recently ruled that banning illegal immigrants from owning a firearm violates the Second Amendment. During this episode I'll review her decision and discuss why a a restriction on firearms for illegal immigrants is not a libertarian position, a constitutional one, or even practical.
S H O W N O T E S
NewsNation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcpXIIQ6fOU
Veteran Biker: https://youtu.be/-yck8SeVDK0?si=R5HJ2p9VqIr_RGft
Judge Coleman's Ruling: https://s3.documentcloud.org/documents/24484857/ruling-in-illegal-immigrant-gun-case.pdf
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281 - Delaware's Gender-affirming Healthcare Bill
It's once again bill review Monday! Today I look into Delaware's HB 346 by DeShanna Neal. While I usually focus entirely on the bill, I step away to put question to Representative Neal's motives and even whether she ought be championing such a bill.
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280 - Addressing 3rd Party Critics
Wasted vote... not the right time... this election is too important (or my favorite, this is the most important election in our lifetime). Blah, blah, blah. Let's address some of these criticisms.
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279 - Positive News
It's been a while since I've done positive news. Let's take a break from the doldrums of today and see what good is going on in the world.
S H O W N O T E S
Bald Eagle (1): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7tzwKyeURg
Bald Eagle (2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uFsis0g0P0o
Fatima: https://thegoodnewshub.com/uncategorized/meet-the-110-year-old-sudanese-refugee-fatima-who-is-helping-other-women-achieve-financial-freedom/
Pajama Day (video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZvlT5woK0U
Pajama Day (article): https://www.today.com/parents/family/bus-driver-saves-day-gets-pajamas-for-boy-rcna139017
Firefighter Saves Trucker: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/hero-firefighters-rescue-driver-trapped-in-semi-truck-dangling-off-ky-bridge-look/
Forgiveness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaVXXBA-Ujo
Wait Song: Smoke Rising
Music by: CreatorMix.com
Video: https://youtu.be/_oaZzkn0bW4
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278 - Random Dad Musings #14
On today's show we go over a follow up to the Tiktok ban, address Gov Kristi Noem's recent anti-Semitism bill, and skim through some data after it was announced puberty blockers are no longer available for transgender youth in England clinics.
S H O W N O T E S
Gov Noem Clip: https://x.com/KristiNoem/status/1766122440814416267?s=20
South Dakota HB 1076 (antiSemitism bill): https://legiscan.com/SD/bill/HB1076/2024
IHRA (antiSemitism defintion): https://holocaustremembrance.com/resources/working-definition-antisemitism
Time Magazine: https://time.com/6900330/nhs-bans-puberty-blockers-england-clinics/
Scientific American #1: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-are-puberty-blockers-and-how-do-they-work/
Scientific American #2: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-the-science-on-gender-affirming-care-for-transgender-kids-really-shows/
Pyschology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/political-minds/202201/the-evidence-trans-youth-gender-affirming-medical-care
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277 - Violence, Race-baiting, & Good Sense
I take some time to discuss violent teen fights, the race-baiting that often follows, and why Maj Toure has the best perspective (and you should listen to him).
S H O W N O T E S
KSDK News: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vu-igiCm1ps
Maj Toure Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/majtoure999
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276 - TikTok: Banned In The USA?
In the latest effort to ban things, Congressional member Mike Gallagher has introduced HR 7521 - Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act.
But does it really protect American privacy? DL discusses.
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275 - Random Dad Musings #13
Today, I discuss lessons learned from my own recent drama, a clip of Angela (the LNC Chair) regarding RFK seeking the Libertarian nomination, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and a little something interesting from Jacksonville's Mayor Deegan.
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274 - Ought Libertarian candidates challenge Liberty Republicans?
Former Congressman Justin Amash recently announced he was running for Senate, as a Republican. Being a member of the Libertarian Party and a long time libertarian, this brought the issue of whether the Libertarian Party should run candidates against a so-called liberty Republican. I explore this issue and offer my thoughts on the best strategy for the party.
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273 - Thin Legislative Line - A Police State
Republicans sure do love forwarding bills in favor of the police. This episode reviews not one... not two... and not even three bills, but FIVE bills that favor the police at the expense of citizens.
S H O W N O T E S
WESH 2 News: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCdzJIqQDlY
Reaso Magazine: https://reason.com/2024/01/26/florida-bills-would-hide-the-names-of-police-officers-who-kill-people/
FL HB 1 (2021) Combating Public Disorder: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2021/1
FL HB 601 (2024) Complaints Against Law Enforcement and Correctional Officers: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/601
FL HB 1605 (2024) Crime Victim’s Rights: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/1605
FL HB 1607 (2024) Pub. Rec./Crime Victim’s Rights: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/1607
FL SB 184 (2024) Impeding, Threatening, or Harassing First Responders:https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/184
GA HB 1105 (2024) The Georgia Criminal Alien Track and Report Act of 2024: https://legiscan.com/GA/bill/HB1105/2023
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272 - Foster Youth Bill of Rights
Republicans and Democrats are arguing over a bill in Colorado, a Foster Youth Bill of Rights. During research, a particular fact kept popping up and it isn't what it seems.
S H O W N O T E S
9News Report: https://www.9news.com/video/news/local/local-politics/73-126c6710-1c56-4b5e-a622-daace9b0d4ae
Colorado House 2024 Legislative Day 020 (Rep Titone clip): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUri_SwUbiU
HB24-2017: https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb24-1017
The Colorado Sun: https://coloradosun.com/2024/02/08/colorado-foster-kids-want-their-own-bill-of-rights-so-why-are-lawmakers-fighting-about-pronouns/
The Hill: https://thehill.com/homenews/lgbtq/4385391-new-rule-designed-to-protect-lgbtq-foster-children-draws-gop-opposition/
Children's Bureau Express (CBX): https://cbexpress.acf.hhs.gov/article/2022/july-august/supporting-and-affirming-lgbtq-children-youth-and-families/4118feed1be01550bca18512f54bcba7
Youth.Gov (Child Welfare): https://youth.gov/youth-topics/lgbtq-youth/child-welfare#_ftn
Colorado Newsline (2021): https://coloradonewsline.com/briefs/colorado-lawmakers-hope-to-curb-discrimination-for-lgbtq-youth-in-the-foster-care-system/
Pediatrics Study - LGBTQ Youth in Unstable Housing and Foster Care: https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/143/3/e20174211/76787/LGBTQ-Youth-in-Unstable-Housing-and-Foster-Care
Williams Institute: https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/publications/youth-foster-unstable-housing/
Human Rights Campaign (PDF): https://hrc-prod-requests.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/files/assets/resources/HRC-YouthFosterCare-IssueBrief-FINAL.pdf
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271 - Childhood Stories... And Thoughts On Spanking
Not feeling well, I was about to cancel my stream this morning. But while scrolling through Twitter I came across a disturbing video of a mom physically disciplining her son. And since I am the official LibertyDad, and I have some thoughts, I pulled myself together for a show.
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270 - Gender, Colonization, & White Supremacy
I defend my Twitter honor regarding statements I made about someone's research paper--that I did not read--that was on the topic of gender, colonization, and white supremacy.
S H O W N O T E S
OP from Twitter: https://x.com/shaTIRED/status/1759605892218065026?s=20
Five Genders? | National Geographic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9VmLJ3niVo&list=WL&index=4
Muxes – Mexico's third gender: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiek6JxYJLs
Third Gender: Mexico's Muxes (NatGeo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1ZvDRxZlb0
The “Deviant” African Genders That Colonialism Condemned: https://daily.jstor.org/the-deviant-african-genders-that-colonialism-condemned/
The Lango: A Nilotic Tribe of Uganda (p210): https://www.loc.gov/item/2021666779#q=dako
Sexualities and Genders in Zapotec Oaxaca: https://www.jstor.org/stable/3185126
Homophobia and rising Islamic intolerance...: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-02-27/indonesia-fifth-gender-might-soon-disappear/10846570
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269 - Congressional Grandstanding
Ever watch congressional hearings? Turns out there's a LOT of grandstanding by members of congress. Salacious clips find their way to the Internet making congress look like do-gooders and whichever corporate representative sitting in the hot seat look foolish, even nefarious. DL uncovers why congress, in fact, are terrible people as they mislead the public.
S H O W N O T E S
Reuters: https://www.reuters.com/legal/government/column-jj-wants-congress-halt-litigation-funded-mass-torts-money-play-are-2023-09-13/
Statista: https://www.statista.com/statistics/266407/research-and-development-expenditure-of-johnson-und-johnson-since-2006/
CNBC: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/07/18/jj-sues-biden-administration-over-medicare-drug-negotiations.html
US House Committee on Oversight and Accountability: https://oversight.house.gov/hearing/unsuitable-litigation-oversight-of-third-party-litigation-funding/
J&J Filed Litigation: https://www.jnj.com/media-center/press-releases/protecting-the-healthcare-innovation-ecosystem
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268 - Challenging Antisemitism Legislation
Back at it for another bill review. DL challenges House Bill 30 that recently passed in Georgia. This bill seeks to combat antisemitism by adding to law a definition by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA). Tune in to find out what DL's beef is with this seemingly good bill.
S H O W N O T E S
STOP AAPI Hate Report (2020-2021): https://stopaapihate.org/2022/03/04/national-report-through-december-31-2021
GA General Assembly (Official): https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/63524
Bill Text: https://trackbill.com/bill/georgia-house-bill-30-state-government-definition-of-antisemitism-provide/2313360/
PBS News Story: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/georgia-lawmakers-pass-bill-that-would-define-antisemitism-in-state-law
FOX 5 Atlanta Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2k0WZSwZPI
International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance: https://holocaustremembrance.com/resources/working-definition-antisemitism
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LP Happenings - Feb 18
What events are happening this week with the Libertarian Party? DL brings you happenings across the United States with the LP.
What events are happening this week with the Libertarian Party? DL brings you happenings across the United States with the LP.
S H O W N O T E S
Meet Mike ter Maat: https://njlp.org/news/upcoming-events
Online Meet-Up Special Guest: Presidential Candidate Chase Oliver: https://www.mtlp.org/events
Convention Leader Training (Option 3): https://www.lptexas.org/convention_leader_training_option_3
LPMI Candidate Support: https://michiganlp.org/event/lpmi-candidate-support-2024-02/
2024 LPCA Annual Convention: https://ca.lp.org/event/lpca-annual-convention/?instance_id=2431
Unaffiliated Regions Delegate Selection: https://michiganlp.org/event/unaffiliated-regions-delegate-selection-2024-02/
LPAR State Convention – 2024: https://lpar.org/event/lpar-state-convention-2024-2024-02/
LP Washoe Range Day: https://www.lpnevada.org/range_day_20240224
2024 LPMO State Convention: https://lpmo.org/event/2024-lpmo-state-convention-2024-02/
Collin County Litter Cleanup: https://www.lptexas.org/collin_county_litter_cleanup
LPKY 2024 Annual State Convention: https://lpky.org/event/lpky-2024-annual-state-convention-2024-02/
2024 Annual Convention: https://mslp.org/event/2024-annual-convention-2024-02/
1st Annual Libertarian Party Of Palm Beach County Fishing Trip: https://lpf.org/event/1st-annual-libertarian-party-of-palm-beach-county-fishing-trip-2024-02/
CD8 Lift Bridge Libertarians Affiliate Meeting and Straw Poll: https://lpmn.org/events/cd8-lift-bridge-libertarians-affiliate-meeting-and-straw-poll-2024/
Caucus Nights!!: https://lpmn.org/events/
New Member Zoom Meet Up: https://michiganlp.org/event/new-member-welcome-call/
Meet Michael Rectenwald: https://njlp.org/news/upcoming-events
2024 LPIN State Convention: https://lpin.org/event/2024-lpin-state-convention/
OK State Convention: https://oklp.org/event/2024-oklp-state-convention-2024-03/
2024 LPPA State Convention: https://lppa.org/event/2024-lppa-state-convention-2024-03/
2024 Libertarian Party of Nevada State Convention: https://www.lpnevada.org/2024_state_convention
LPNE State Convention 2024: https://lpne.org/event/lpne-state-convention-2024-2024-03/
Montgomery County - Adopt-a-Highway Volunteer Cleanup: https://www.lptexas.org/montgomery_county_adopt_a_highway_volunteer_cleanup
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267 - Lessons From Twitter (X)
What lessons can we draw from that place which is not real (Twitter)? In this episode, I discuss thoughts on a long running conversation yesterday involving Dave Smith.
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