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Secret Santas, a mouse that cleans, animal shelters, and a hustling cyclist. L I N K S Secret Santa: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/the-uplift-christmas-eve-slumber-party/ Dog Shelter: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/hundreds-answer-the-call-of-polish-dog-shelters-appeal-for-temporary-homes-as-temperatures-plummet/ DC Delivery Guy: https://www.instagram.com/bikingdc/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=77e445b1-bba0-4716-a06a-c6a8724dafaf Mouse Cleans Shed: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/you-wont-believe-your-eyes-watching-this-mouse-tidy-up-a-mans-garden-shed-workbench/

On this episode I discuss Ray Epps, Jewish tunnels, shutting down the FBI, and child rappers.

Discussing the DEI Twitter debate between Mark Cuban and Elon Musk

I'm back for 2024! A little credit to Thomas Massie for the show title this morning, some updates on what's in store for 2024, and then I review Florida HB 1027, " Single-sex Student Organizations." Is it an anti-trans bill? What does it say, and should we support the bill? L I N K S The Unschooled Adventures of Jack and Pho: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-unschooled-adventures-of-jack-and-pho# Rep. Anna V. Eskamani: https://x.com/AnnaForFlorida/status/1740039183371243689?s=20 Florida HB 1027: https://www.myfloridahouse.gov/sections/bills/billsdetail.aspx?BillId=79676 News Links: https://www.wmnf.org/florida-house-republicans-bill-of-rights-members-single-sex-student-organizations-colleges-and-universities https://www.chronicle.com/article/in-altered-bill-house-republicans-would-bar-penalties-to-single-gender-clubs

After plenty of downtime for the holidays, DL is back with LP Happenings! What events are happening in the next two weeks with the Libertarian Party? Which state affiliates have empty calendars for the month? Join DL (Susan is out sick) as he discusses Libertarian Party events from around the US. U P C O M I N G E V E N T S Free Movie Night: Tantura 2022: https://lpwa.org/event/free-movie-night-tantura-2022-2/ Arizona State Convention: https://azlp.org/event/arizona-libertarian-party-2024-state-convention-2024-01/ Iowa Caucus 2024: https://lpia.org/event/caucus2024-2024-01/ Campaign Basics Training: https://www.lpks.org/events/campaign-basics-training LP Polk/Bartow/Floyd Gun Show Tabling: https://lpgeorgia.com/event/lp-polkbartowfloyd-gun-show-tabling-event-2024-01/ Chase Oliver Meet and Greet: https://www.lptexas.org/chase_oliver_meet_and_greet Candidate Fireside Chat: https://www.lptexas.org/candidate_fireside_chat New Hampshire State Convention: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-lpnh-convention-tickets-749216525797 Stop A Con-Con: https://www.centralnjlp.org/event-details-registration/stop-a-con-con-1

What is the best position for libertarians regarding Israeli policies in Gaza? Are terms such as occupation, open air prison, and genocide appropriate? Join DL in his last podcast of 2023 where he invites Kyle Matovcik and Roger Mayhem to debate the issue. Kyle, arguing against current Israeli policies is a guitarist and host of Liberty and Health podcast. Roger is a minarcho-capitalist, gun advocate who (along with Kyle) supports limited government. Debate format will be: Opening Remarks, Response, Questions to each other (2), Audience Questions, and Closing Remarks.

Eric Parker, former Libertarian candidate joins me to discuss the recent removal of a Confederate statue. Like proper libertarians, we aren't pulling any punches and you'll be surprised who we criticize (hint: everyone, literally). S O U R C E S First Coast News On-site: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLZoI_uxfnY Dean Black comment: https://x.com/DeanBlackFL/status/1740014092096606425 DL-Brendon Leslie comment: https://x.com/libertydadpod/status/1740038871696736328 DL-Rep Nixon comment: https://x.com/libertydadpod/status/1740036084950847875 Action News Jax Reporting (Peluso & Northside Coalition): https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/breaking-news/not-too-happy-overjoyed-reaction-removal-jacksonvilles-final-confederate-monument/24GGL7OFAZA37AW2N4YPZ7H6KQ/ Jimmy Peluso Official Statement: https://x.com/jimmyforjax/status/1740085721413853376 Matter Of Fact (Christy Coleman): https://youtu.be/xD795dJyCzs?si=wrd0u42v8dnbSdXr Controversy over Civil War Monuments and Memorials (Christy Coleman): https://www.c-span.org/video/?423748-1/controversy-civil-war-monuments-memorials Changing Face of Jacksonville, Florida: 1900-1910 (The Florida Historical Quarterly Vol.62, No. 4, Apr., 1984): https://www.jstor.org/stable/30146594

Pride flag and reparation ban bills, a moment for compassion, and an upcoming event for LibertyDad. S H O W N O T E S Elon Musk: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo3zORUGCbM Action News Jax (Pride Flag ban story): https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/local/republican-lawmaker-proposes-bill-ban-pride-flags-government-buildings-facilities/TC7OT67MG5B2FO6N2YT3LTFTGU/ HB 901: Display of Flags by Governmental Entities: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/901 Florida lawmakers push for banning reparations for descendants of slaves: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=An0ag5Lm7SM SJR 582: Reparations(FL): https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/582 Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act (HR 40): https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/40/cosponsors

What events are happening this week with the Libertarian Party? DL and Susan Hogarth discuss happenings across the United States with the LP. U P C O M I N G E V E N T S Holiday Party: https://lpcolorado.org/event/holiday-party-2023-2023-12/

The Krassenstein brothers are at it again. In this episode, I break down the issues with posts from both of them just yesterday. L I N K S Brian Krassenstein Post: https://x.com/krassenstein/status/1735395922920538608?s=20 Ed Krassenstein Post: https://x.com/EdKrassen/status/1735106379503788330?s=20 CNN Review of Navy Federal: https://www.cnn.com/2023/12/14/business/navy-federal-credit-union-black-applicants-invs/index.html How important is today's racial discrimination? (walter Williams): https://www.meridianstar.com/opinion/columns/walter-williams-how-important-is-todays-racial-discrimination/article_47b28d9a-7404-5efd-9a56-b665fbeee9a4.html Walter Williams - Disparity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNBaeT0JIkU Hockey Chart: https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/the-nhl-says-hockey-is-for-everyone-black-players-arent-so-sure/ NBA Chart: https://www.statista.com/statistics/1154720/nba-ethnic-diversity

Bringing you the most recent positive news to uplift your week. LibertyDad scours the internet for recent events that we can all get behind. No politics, no critique, just good old news. N E W S L I N K S You Get A Bike, And You, And You!: https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/5246/Every-Third-Grader-Receives-A-New-Bicycle-In-Unexpected-Act-Of-Kindness HS Students Save Mom & Child: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/news/story/heroic-high-school-students-rescue-mom-2-kids-105471293 Thin Ice - Deputy Risks Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuTTzvwbiQM Surprise Dad! College Scholarship: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/family/video/dad-emotional-reaction-finding-sons-college-scholarship-offer-105604983 Ugandan Sees Snow First Time: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0uE4xTsoCT/

Tub is back to help us parse through what is important and what is not.

A mashup of multiple, unrelated topics and thoughts. L I N K S Republican Presidential Debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PpIwZNlBAE Speaker Mike Johnson: https://www.youtube.com/live/i21DsaSD1LY?si=K-S3AJn0OpBHPPQr&t=2010 Silly Socks: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/teen-who-sends-silly-socks-4-seniors-launches-christmas-drive-to-warm-toes-and-hearts-in-nursing-homes/ Flash Dads: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/dozens-of-flash-dads-cheer-on-students-arriving-at-schools-in-kentucky-for-7-years-giving-high-fives-and-support/

Massie is in big trouble over a meme and his vote. Luckily for him, not with many Americans or likely his constituents. This episode defends Massie and explores how the current use of the word, "anti-semitism" by conservatives mirrors the use of "racism" for which they once decried.

Everyone has a role to play in the liberty movement. Jack Lloyd joins LibertyDad in a special afternoon episode to discuss how to find your niche, implement it, and even monetize it. L I N K S T O J A C K 'S W O R K Official Jack V Lloyd Site: https://jackvlloyd.com Voluntaryist Suit Saga One: https://www.fundmycomic.com/suitsaga B O O K S The Definitive Guide to Libertarian Voluntaryism: https://www.amazon.com/Definitive-Guide-Libertarian-Voluntaryism/dp/B09S6NLGP9 A Vision for a Libertarian Future: https://www.amazon.com/Vision-Libertarian-Future-Voluntaryist-Philosophy/dp/B0C1J1XMQQ Philosophical Voluntaryism: https://www.amazon.com/Philosophical-Voluntaryism-Libertarian-Voluntaryist-Philosophy/dp/B0CJL3JYB8

We all know politicians are hypocrites but we don't point it out nearly enough. This episode highlights but one instance of Governor Gavin Newsom just last month in regards to two bills: SB 54 "Venture capital companies: reporting," and SB 702 "Gubernatorial appointments: report"

What events are happening this week with the Libertarian Party? Which state affiliates need to step up their game? E V E N T L I N K S Erika Kolenich - LP Gov Candidate for WV: https://kolenichforwv.com Douglas County Holiday Party: https://www.lpnevada.org/dclp_december_meetup SWWALP Christmas Game Night: https://lpwa.org/event/swwalp-christmas-game-night/ King County Christmas Party: https://lpwa.org/event/king-county-libertarian-christmas-party/ Prohibition Repeal Party at Bunkhouse Brewery: https://www.mtlp.org/event-listings/repeal-prohibition-party New Member Meetup: https://lpin.org/event/new-member-meetup/ 2023 LPIN Holiday Party: https://lpin.org/event/2023-lpin-holiday-party/ 3rd Annual Bowling Outing: https://michiganlp.org/event/3rd-annual-bowling-outing-wayne-county-lp-2023-12 Axe Throwing + Coat Drive: https://www.lpks.org/events/axe-throwing-coat-drive-wichita 2023 Holiday Party: https://lpf.org/event/2023-holiday-party-2023-12/ LP Gwinnett 2024 Convention: https://lpgeorgia.com/event/lp-gwinnett-2024-convention-2023-12/ Low Country Holiday Party: https://sclp.org/event/low-country-holiday-party-2023-12/ Brunch By Any Other Name: https://www.lptexas.org/brunch_by_any_other_name LPTravis Holiday Party with Special Guest Chase Oliver: https://www.lptexas.org/_lptravis_holiday_party_with_special_guest_chase_oliver MEET CHASE IN SAN ANTONIO!: https://www.lptexas.org/meet_chase_in_san_antonio Montgomery County Holiday Party: https://lppa.org/event/montgomery-county-holiday-party-2023-12 DL and Susan Hogarth discuss happenings across the United States with the LP.

Eric Parker, former Libertarian candidate for Jacksonville City Council joins me to discuss the latest in news.

We've all heard the term 'girlboss' and in this epsidode I set the record straight. Men need not fear nor resent them; women can rest easy knowing it's okay if they are one, as well as if not.

This episode discusses two bills, one from Texas and one from Florida. Responding to travel bans, Texas state Senator Nathan Johnson introduced Senate Bill 45 which prohibits local governments from imposing travel bans. Over in Florida, state house representative Ryan Chamberlin filed House Bill 599 that limits pronoun usage. L I N K S KTSM 9 News clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cdJtQ1pWwY The Hill: https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4319236-texas-bill-would-block-local-abortion-travel-bans/ Texas SB 45: https://legiscan.com/TX/text/SB45/id/2850919/Texas-2023-SB45-Introduced.html Creative Loafing (Jay Bakker): https://creativeloafing.com/content-184447-cover-story-you-say-you-want-a NBC2 News clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LP-4g_NSgdU Florida HB 599: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/599

What events are happening this week with the Libertarian Party? DL and Susan Hogarth discuss happenings across the United States with the LP. L I N K S CD3 Bowling: https://lpmn.org/events/cd2-october-meetup-bowling/ Mike Ter Maat TOWN HALL: https://michiganlp.org/event/mike-ter-maat-town-hall-meeting-november-28th-2023-11/ Ballot Access Petitions Due: https://azlp.org/event/ballot-access-petitions-due-2023-11/ Freedom Homeschool Group: https://vtliberty.org/events/ The Kalispell Arms Show: https://www.mtlp.org/event-listings/2023/11/17/the-kalispell-arms-show 43rd Annual Christmas Stroll at Downtown Bozeman: https://www.mtlp.org/event-listings/2023/12/2/libertarian-party-of-gallatin-valley-at-annual-christmas-stroll-in-bozeman Liberty Toastmasters: https://lpcolorado.org/event/liberty-toastmasters-2020-03-21/ Tar & Feather Gala: https://ca.lp.org/event/tar-feather-gala/?instance_id=2430 Adopt-a-Highway Volunteer Cleanup: https://www.lptexas.org/montgomery_county_adopt_a_highway_volunteer_cleanup Christmas Party: https://www.lpmaryland.org 2023 LPCT Convention: https://www.lpct.org/lpct_convention_2023 2023 LPCT Convention After Party: https://www.lpct.org/2023_speaker_event Park Clean-Up Day: https://lpgeorgia.com/event/atlanta-park-clean-up-day/ 2024 Libertarian Petitioning – Established Counties: https://lpillinois.org/event/2024-libertarian-petitioning-established-counties-2023-09/ Liberty, Beer, & Tacos: https://www.mtlp.org/event-listings/2023/12/5/gallatin-valley-libertarian-party-beer-tacos-amp-liberty Prohibition Repeal Party at Bunkhouse Brewery: https://www.mtlp.org/event-listings/repeal-prohibition-party Axe Throwing + Coat Drive: https://www.lpks.org/events/axe-throwing-coat-drive-wichita Liberty Toastmaster - North: https://lpcolorado.org/event/liberty-toastmasters-north-2020-09-26/ SWWALP Christmas Game Night: https://lpwa.org/event/swwalp-christmas-game-night/ DCLP December MeetUp: https://www.lpnevada.org/dclp_december_meetup 2023 Holiday Party: https://lpf.org/event/2023-holiday-party-2023-12/ Brunch By Any Other Name: https://www.lptexas.org/brunch_by_any_other_name Holiday Party: https://lppa.org/event/montgomery-county-holiday-party-2023-12/

LNC Treasurer, Todd Hagopian, joins me to discuss the most recent End of Month Financial report. We discuss numbers, what they mean, best tips for understanding the report, and even some controversies. 0:00 - Cold Open 0:37 - Intro 0:55 - Disclaimers 3:23 - SUSTAINING MEMBERS & MEMBERSHIP 4:38 - What is your takeaway on 2023 numbers? 6:22 - Do you anticipate this getting better or worse? 7:28 - Defining membership (explicit vs donation) 10:50 - Possibility of a detailed membership report 18:22 - Chart of sustaining explicit membership over time 21:20 - REVENUE 20 YEARS 22:08 - Why is the projected revenue so low for 2023? 26:59 - RESERVE ADEQUACY TREND 30:50 - What page or chart has the best takeaway for members? 38:16 - THREE QUESTIONS FROM AN OUTSIDER 45:24 - HOT BUTTON ISSUE 1 - FEC Reports 48:00 - HOT BUTTON ISSUE 2 - LNC Nepotism 55:42 - HOT BUTTON ISSUE 3 - Budget Amendments 1:14:45 - Todd's Final Words 1:15:13 - Closing

What events are happening this week with the Libertarian Party? DL and Susan Hogarth discuss happenings across the United States with the LP. L I N K S LPPA Chair Office Hours: https://lppa.org/event/lppa-chair-office-hours-2023-03/ Liberty Toastmasters North: https://lpcolorado.org/event/liberty-toastmasters-north-2020-08-22/ 2023 Libby Awards: https://michiganlp.org/event/2023-libby-awards-2023-11-2/ LPPA Executive Board Office Hours: https://lppa.org/event/lppa-executive-board-office-hours CD3 Bowling: https://lpmn.org/events/cd2-october-meetup-bowling/ Mike Ter Maat TOWN HALL: https://michiganlp.org/event/mike-ter-maat-town-hall-meeting-november-28th-2023-11/ Officer Elections: https://x.com/DennisMisigoy/status/1726078377067422196 Ballot Access Petitions Due: https://azlp.org/event/ballot-access-petitions-due-2023-11/ Liberty Toastmasters: https://lpcolorado.org/event/liberty-toastmasters-2020-03-21/ Tar & Feather Gala: https://ca.lp.org/event/tar-feather-gala Kalispell Arms Show: https://www.mtlp.org/event-listings/2023/11/17/the-kalispell-arms-show Adopt-a-Highway Volunteer Cleanup: https://www.lptexas.org/montgomery_county_adopt_a_highway_volunteer_cleanup 2023 LPCT Convention: https://www.lpct.org/lpct_convention_2023 2023 LPCT Convention After Party: https://www.lpct.org/2023_speaker_event Christmas Party: https://www.lpmaryland.org/#events Park Clean-Up Day: https://lpgeorgia.com/event/atlanta-park-clean-up-day/

Tub is back to give the weekly wrap up. I select four stories and Tub decides if we should spend time on them. The idea being if Tub does not see fit to spend time on them, we shouldn't either. The catch: He doesn't necessarily know what the story is about. They may be news worthy, they may not.