Gracearchy with Jim Babka

Two deaths associated with measles? At this juncture, what is the significance and meaning of this news? How should you, as a person, respond? Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Learn from a master how to talk a human out of hate. Daryl Davis doesn't go around punching Nazis. He helps them quit, and even gets Klan members to hand over their robes. Two testimonials and the five human universals will give you a powerful tool set for talking with people who, out of fear or bias, reject you or the concepts of human flourishing you want to share. The many ways to listen to Part 1, episode 121, can be found here: https://zeroaggressionproject.org/gracearchy/meet-a-patron-saint-of-gracearchy/ Accidental Courtesy - https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/accidental-courtesy-daryl-davis-race-and-america The Klan Whisperer - https://www.amazon.com/Klan-Whisperer-Dr-Daryl-Davis/dp/B0DRSWK4K9 Interview facilitated by CiVL (the streaming platform) https://watch.civl.com/ and Fite For Liberty https://www.youtube.com/@Fite4Liberty Recorded by Tom Pinkh Chapters 0:00 Theme 0:25 How Daryl and Jim connected 1:39 Daryl's process, two stories 9:32 More uses for the five human universals 10:22 The power of talking 11:46 Paradox of intolerance? Punch a naz!? 17:28 Documentary about and book by Daryl Davis 18:47 Have a glass of lemonade 20:28 Gracepoints 26:54 The question that Daryl was asked only on Gracearchy Bill Protzmann is your moderator. This episode is sponsored by Zero Aggression Project. https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Be grace-full to each other.

Assessment by personality or by principle? No person should become an idol, least of all a politician. It's very early. But there's much to loathe and some things to love. Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Meet the man who is practically the patron saint of Gracearchy. Daryl Davis is a blues and rock-n-roll pianist who spent three decades touring with Chuck Berry and other notable acts. Daryl has also been the subject of an award-winning documentary and is a sought-after speaker because... Music is Daryl's profession, but race relations is his obsession. Daryl is a black man who has 26 KKK robes hanging in his closet. People quit and gave these garments to him! How did this happen? How did he come to this unique and inspirational calling? In Part One of this two-part interview, we explore how Daryl Davis became "The Klan Whisperer." Accidental Courtesy - https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/accidental-courtesy-daryl-davis-race-and-america The Klan Whisperer - https://www.amazon.com/Klan-Whisperer-Dr-Daryl-Davis/dp/B0DRSWK4K9 Interview facilitated by CiVL (the streaming platform) https://watch.civl.com/ and Fite For Liberty https://www.youtube.com/@Fite4Liberty Recorded by Tom Pinkh Chapters 0:00 Theme 0:24 Mug me 2:04 A bucket list interview 3:47 Music profession, race relations obsession 5:05 Five human universals 6:45 First exposure to racism 11:58 How can you hate me if you don't know me? 14:18 The first Klan conversation 17:57 Music builds bridges 20:20 First black author who talked to the Klan 22:02 Robes and results 24:45 Cliffhanger 25:44 Gracepoints Bill Protzmann is your moderator. This episode is sponsored by Zero Aggression Project. https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Be grace-full to each other.

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "Two shooters." Does she know something special about President John Kennedy's assassination due to her public office? Jim Babka decodes her statement for you. The full press conference where Rep. Luna staked her claims: https://www.youtube.com/live/oG6n76Ylmpw Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

It was an otherwise fantastic interview on a great podcast. We highly recommend you watch the entire show! But Michael Shermer stumbled badly on the Kennedy assassination stuff. On this matter, Jim shows how he doesn't even practice trademarked Skepticism. Using clips from his interview with Reason's Nick Gillespie, Jim Babka demonstrates how uninformed and unfair Shermer is on this one issue - even answering Shermer's only real Skeptic question. LINKS The Reason Interview w/Nick Gillespie: https://youtu.be/qcjna-GPAMI https://youtu.be/fLff-GTIk1I https://youtu.be/LEFYvAZIwNc As promised... Bill Harvey - https://spartacus-educational.com/JFKharvey.htm Jack Cannon - https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-who-killed-jfk-127000428/episode/who-killed-jfk-141617990/ Frank Sturgis - https://spartacus-educational.com/JFKsturgis.htm E Howard Hunt - https://spartacus-educational.com/JFKhuntH.htm David Atlee Phillips - https://spartacus-educational.com/JFKphillips.htm David Sanchez Morales - https://spartacus-educational.com/JFKmorales.htm JM/Wave Alpha 66 - https://spartacus-educational.com/JFKalpha.htm Antonio Vecania - https://spartacus-educational.com/JFKveciana.htm George Joannides - https://spartacus-educational.com/JFKjoannides.htm & https://jfkfacts.substack.com/p/next-jfk-revelations-the-joannides Books... * Someone Would've Talked by Larry Hancock - https://books.google.com/books/about/Someone_Would_Have_Talked_Updated.html?id=O-4fOQAACAAJ * The book Jim says he should've recommended in previous episode (119): "Cover-up" Stewart Galanor - https://www.amazon.com/Cover-Up-Stewart-Galanor/dp/0966277201/ CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 0:25 A Recommended Interview with Skeptic Flaws 5:41 The Incompetent Detective 11:06 Mind-reader or Skeptic? 16:11 Can conspiracy theorists see Lone Gunmen? 20:18 {popularity} 23:18 False Equivalence with intent to insult 25:12 A Skeptic warns against asking questions? 28:19 Shermer's solitary evidentiary argument 32:42 Many answers to Shermer's question, if he cares 46:53 Seven-time guest takes a shot at Joe Rogan 48:29 Practicing true skepticism 51:02 Covering up your eyes is not Skepticism Bill Protzmann is your moderator. This episode is sponsored by Zero Aggression Project. https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Be grace-full to each other.

On Thursday, January 23, 2025, Donald Trump signed an Executive Order to begin the final de-classification and release process of the remaining JFK Assassination records. What is in this Executive Order? What problems might occur based on how it was written? Why is it important that the remaining records be released? Is there a smoking gun in there? Jim answers all of those questions, plus he gives a sneak peak at what kind of things could or should emerge from the release. Jim's way of addressing the Kennedy files included delicious details. It's likely that many of the things he covered will be new you. RELATED EPISODES EP105: Thomas Crooks Thought Lee Oswald Was Lone Gunman https://youtu.be/fLff-GTIk1I EP41: COVID and the Spillover Gang https://youtu.be/T7ZRFtnwBOo RESOURCES Cited or Recommended (in order) 1. "JFK" (the movie) produced and directed by Oliver Stone 2. "JFK and The Unspeakable" by James Douglass https://www.google.com/books/edition/JFK_and_the_Unspeakable/KS-6XrdalGkC 3. "JFK: Destiny Betrayed," four part documentary by Oliver Stone and James DiEugenio 4. "Who Killed JFK?" podcast by Rob Reiner & Soledad O'Brien, produced for iHeart 5. "Case Closed" by Gerald Posner 6. "America's Untold Stories," podcast https://www.youtube.com/@AmericasUntoldStories 7. The JFK Assassination Chokeholds by James DiEugenio, Matt Crumpton, Paul Bleau, Andrew Iler, Mark Adamcyzk https://books.google.com/books/about/The_JFK_Assassination_Chokeholds.html 8a. "Solving JFK" with Matt Crumpton, podcast 8b. "JFK The Enduring Secret" with Jeff Crudele, podcast 9. Vince Palamara on the Secret Service https://www.youtube.com/@VincePalamarasecretservicejfk 10. JFK Facts (on Substack) CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 0:25 Intro Disclaimer and Feedback 7:57 Recommended Resources 15:40 Why does JFK assassination interest Jim? 25:22 Will the documents solve anything? 29:44 The status of the records 31:13 Researchers vs Presenters 34:41 Impact of this story on Jim's perspective 38:19 The Dulles Brothers and Eisenhower 43:40 Nixon and Watergate 46:18 Were Truman, RFK, Johnson, and Nixon conspiracy kooks? 51:09 Americans believe this was a conspiracy and want answers 57:07 Trump and Biden break the law 59:06 How the current EO works and might not work 1:01:14 How much is left that could shed light? 1:06:19 Motivation for and of the Warren Commission 1:10:16 The Cuban situation 1:12:51 Four things to know about this classified disclosure 1:15:22 Several files we'd really like to see 1:31:21 How the JFK story impacts Jim's view of the State 1:35:31 The State Is War and Demonic Bill Protzmann is your moderator. This episode is sponsored by Zero Aggression Project. https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Be grace-full to each other.

Socialism is a theory of blame that excuses envy. Popular podcasting socialists (including Krystal Ball, Kyle Kulinski, and Sam Seder) recently gave writer Scott Galloway jubilant viral buzz. Galloway had appeared on MSNBC's "Morning Joe," and the podcasters presented the same 1-minute,20-second clip. Their commentary would be more accurately described as moral preaching. While Galloway was calling for much higher taxes on the wealthy, he was also ignoring historical facts and critical economic realities. But WHAT'S NEW HERE is that Prof. Galloway presented a sophisticated justification for the theft they all advocate. Jim Babka demonstrates how their arguments are both superstitious and a violation of Human Respect. REFERENCES & RESOURCES * Henry Ford Tweet - https://x.com/BurnTheFed/status/1876711543741583540 * Principle of Human Respect - https://www.harmonyandprosperity.org/ * The Broken Window Parable - https://fee.org/articles/the-broken-window/ * Say's Law - https://www.econlib.org/library/Enc/bios/Say.html - Inevitably, someone will critique my application of Say's Law. The purpose of an already lengthy episode was not a deep dive. Here, we dealt with one profound implication of it. That said, I'm always learning and if someone can help me improve, that's a blessing. * Capitalism as a savings account, a concept introduced to me by Perry Willis - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/mental-lever/capitalism-toolism/ * ENVY: A Theory of Social Behavior by Helmut Schoeck - https://about.libertyfund.org/books/envy/ CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 0:25 Re-Mugging 1:42 Theory of blame excusing envy 5:27 Blame the rich by Scott Galloway 7:36 Make it the 1970s again 9:31 John Kennedy reversed capital flight 13:13 Wrong target 14:09 Making housing unaffordable 15:34 Make education a permanent burden 16:58 Two-thirds of your money stolen 21:58 Where economic envy begins 23:15 The drive for happiness 25:30 The Principle of Human Respect 26:43 Broken Window calculation 31:14 Sophisticated justification of stealing 34:21 Envy boomerangs to hurt you 35:06 Production precedes consumption 40:11 Steelmanning the socialist's concerns 43:36 Do you have a savings account? 45:58 Socialism is witch hunting Bill Protzmann is your moderator. This episode is sponsored by Zero Aggression Project. https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Be grace-full to each other.

Jim forgot an important point he intended to make during episode 117: Has Meta Gone MAGA? That episode was about Mark Zuckerberg's recent announcement about content moderation on Facebook. This new mini-episode gives you a clear example where censorship didn't work. And RFK Jr's appointment is evidence that should hit close to home with the Disinformation Obsessed. Be careful what you suppress. https://youtu.be/2nqj_wfjs1w Streisand effect - https://www.britannica.com/topic/Streisand-effect Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

It's not the beginning of a joke. In Episode 117 "Has Meta Gone MAGA?" we covered the Popper Paradox - "the intolerant cannot be tolerated" - and a vivid parable about a bartender kicking a biker out a bar. But Bill had one more question! "You're sitting in the bar, what do you say to the bartender?" For full context, watch... Ep117: https://youtu.be/2nqj_wfjs1w Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Can you trust Mark Zuckerberg? This episode dives into Meta’s sweeping policy changes and question whether they reflect a commitment to free expression or strategic pandering. We analyze his six-point plan, including community-driven content moderation and efforts to fight global censorship. Along the way, we explore the limits of shame, the Popper Paradox, and why fostering trust and Grace is essential for meaningful societal change. LINKS Mark Zuckerberg ends Meta's fact-checking program - https://youtu.be/Q7y28SCzUhI EP81: Bill Nye in the Lion's Den of Creationism - https://youtu.be/YoDeb4FNSoo CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 0:24 No Shipping Plan 3:28 Trust Mark Zuckerberg? 6:47 Replace fact checkers 10:34 Reduce content restrictions 14:16 Reduce censorship 17:14 Bring back civic content 23:01 Moving reviewers from California to Texas 26:10 Worldwide censorship regime 33:10 Popper Paradox 35:26 Punk walks into a bar 41:58 Shame is unreliable 43:15 Starved for attention 46:52 Mis and Mal Information 51:16 Investing trust and attention in another Bill Protzmann is your moderator. The series is sponsored by THE FOUNDATION FOR HARMONY AND PROSPERITY. https://www.harmonyandprosperity.org/ Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

We just finished an episode about the Vivek Ramaswamy's role in the H-1B debate (116). Here, we very quickly and quite efficiently explore the debate around Elon Musk’s wealth, H-1B visas, and immigration. Elon's critics at the podcast Due Dissidence argue that he could solve issues like homelessness with a simple check. But is that truly the solution? Jim Babka explains why such arguments miss the mark, revealing the flawed thinking behind "Housing First" policies and the broader misconceptions about wealth and resource allocation. We also discuss how immigration benefits everyone - not just through top-tier talent but through contributions at all levels. With grace-based insights, Jim dismantles partisan narratives and offers a perspective that values people as individuals, not just economic units. WATCH Episode 116: H-1B Vivek Misses the Mark; His Critics Deny Reality... https://youtu.be/t1Z4kMu4ScU Due Dissidence episode from which we clipped... https://youtu.be/F1RU5QqkKWw Homeless documentary... https://www.beyondhomeless.org/documentary/ Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. ChatGPT4 was used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

A Vivek Ramaswamy Tweet on H-1B visas sparked a heated debate about immigration and economics. In this episode of Gracearchy with Jim Babka, we take a unique, grace-based libertarian approach to the conversation. While Vivek raises valid points, his perspective focuses too much on immigrants as economic units. On the other hand, his critics reveal a troubling lack of humanity and understanding, with some even echoing Know-Nothing-era arguments. Jim dives deep into the debate, presenting a vision of immigration that sees people as unique individuals made in the image of their Creator, rather than cogs in an economic machine. He explains why H-1B visas, though flawed, might serve as a necessary temporary compromise and unpacks three ironic truths about the Know-Nothing critiques. NOTES - Read Vivek's Tweet: https://x.com/VivekGRamaswamy/status/1872312139945234507 - Know Nothings defined: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Know-Nothing-party - Shoe on the other foot Tweet: https://x.com/ArmandDoma/status/1872524379021783109 - Tom Woods Tweet: https://x.com/ThomasEWoods/status/1872342845786382546?t=I-YRIvyQkKDBQhQ36wMO5g&s=19 - Open Borders Double GDP... * https://openborders.info/double-world-gdp/ * https://www.wpr.org/history/economist-makes-case-open-borders-policy CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 0:24 Mug Shot 2:57 Vivek's Tweet 5:14 Zack vs Screech 6:57 Culture vs Selection Bias 9:18 Overlooking the bigger cultural problem 12:10 Crushing human flourishing 15:07 The Abstract vs The Real 17:53 School choice, not school standards 21:18 How billionaires work 23:18 Your wiring is special 24:18 Are you a Cog? 28:27 More Vivek Tweet 30:47 The Know-Nothings 34:12 The Bigotry Test 35:23 Hillbilly Elegy 36:54 Ironies 38:42 Why has racism become overt? 41:52 Why the scarcity mentality? 46:16 People are not merely economic units 49:06 H-1B a compromise but not gracious 53:00 As they grow, we grow Bill Protzmann is your moderator. The series is sponsored by THE FOUNDATION FOR HARMONY AND PROSPERITY. https://www.harmonyandprosperity.org/ Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

Spike Cohen became a Christian. Here's his first interview about it. If the concept of faith seems strange to you, then you may appreciate this discussion. Spike's profession of faith can be summed up in "Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!" [Mark 9v24] During the interview itself, Spike has epiphanies that are a joy to witness. He also updates us on this work with YouAreThePower.net. Spike appeared on our show to discuss his health condition and motivations back in February, 2023 - EP34: Spike Cohen's Spiritual Journey and Motivations, https://youtu.be/p1jWX2gFhVE. Chapters 0:00 Theme 0:24 Profession of faith 5:25 History of unbelief 10:24 Help my unbelief 14:35 Tasha and the truth 15:59 Faith is relational 18:14 The role of reason in belief 23:04 Saying "I do" modifies the feedback 29:00 No pedestals please 30:15 Libertarian action as Christian fruit 37:53 You Are The Power's ministry to humans 40:13 The battle vs ego and idolatry 46:35 You Are The Power process & progress 48:54 Imago Dei libertarianism 50:15 Exposing official harms 54:50 Real people & real help 59:12 From Application then to Principle 1:01:39 Faith without works is dead 1:02:24 Helping officials with their unbelief 1:03:52 Putting off action while seeking perfection 1:05:26 Are you one of those judgmental Christians? 1:12:37 A Jew who believes in Jesus 1:14:57 Give Grace Bill Protzmann is your moderator. The series is sponsored by the Zero Aggression Project. https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was NOT used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

Scapegoating CEO's Won't Fix U.S. Healthcare. So What Will? In the wake of the assassination of United Health Care CEO Brian Thompson, we delve into the deep-seated issues plaguing American healthcare. Why did Brian Thompson’s death elicit schadenfreude? This episode explores the satisfaction some felt at Thompson's demise. Jim sees Girardian scapegoating at play. Jim exposes the hidden costs of "free" government services and challenges both the cathartic allure of human sacrifice and the illusions maintained by central planners. Discover the root problems and the misrepresented solutions in this timeless critical analysis. NOTES The complete Girard episode: EP88: René Girard: The Founding of Religion and State - Gracearchy with Jim Babka. Viral payout/denials graphic: https://x.com/Omarcartg/status/1864731222489890868 Feinman book: https://x.com/BrathBonespurs/status/1864671866473922594/photo/1 CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 0:24 CEO Witch Trial 1:17 Schadenfreude and Darwin's machine 5:48 Rene Girard call your office 7:58 The CEO as scapegoat 10:48 Sympathy for the devil? 11:59 Where did this evil industry come from? 17:24 Obamacare: Where Big Insurance triumphs 18:50 Shocking ways Big Insurance drives up costs 23:30 Delay Deny Defend/depose 26:18 If only we had more government 27:24 The overlooked Root of the Problem 33:58 Why healthcare is not a human right 36:51 From Free to death panels 39:15 Insurance is for catastrophes 40:01 Many ways to regulate healthcare costs 47:14 Justifying murder of the scapegoat or yearning for restoration Bill Protzmann is your moderator. The series is sponsored by THE FOUNDATION FOR HARMONY AND PROSPERITY. https://www.harmonyandprosperity.org/ Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was used to help write the show description.

What’s wrong when most people agree on big issues but division still thrives? This is a 400-level class in Applied Grace. Jim and Bill unpack an article by Dave Pell at NextDraft.com. They re-introduce the “conflict machine,” exposing how political systems purposely pit us against each other. Jim explains why law increases sin, how empathy breaks cycles of hate, and why democracy is a terrible way to solve problems. Notes: Dave Pell on Nextdraft: https://nextdraft.com/archives/n20241121/were-in-agreement/ The Paradox of Tolerance: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paradox_of_tolerance Daryl Davis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daryl_Davis The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution states, “A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” Jim maintains that the keywords in this context is "shall not be infringed." Chapters: 0:00 Theme 0:24 NextDraft piece by Dave Pell 2:03 Did Pell land on Grace? 3:30 Is agreement really widespread? 9:27 If agreement is wide, why so much censorship? 14:44 Imposing of religion and on conscience 17:01 If agreement is wide, why exaggeration? 18:16 Risking an arbitrary strike 19:26 Distinction between Issues and Problems 23:16 Proof sufficient agreement fails 26:00 Is democracy delivering? 28:31 We voted and agreed What's wrong with you? 29:46 Is democracy the best way? 32:49 What empathy and grace actually entail 36:59 Who and what is a leader? 38:58 The tRipping point 45:23 Law vs Grace 48:27 The Undeserved Gift 51:54 Human Respect, the alternative 53:39 Daryl Davis and Pay-It-Forward effects Bill Protzmann is your moderator. The series is sponsored by THE FOUNDATION FOR HARMONY AND PROSPERITY. https://www.harmonyandprosperity.org/ Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

*This is Part 3 - Part 1 was episode 110, Part 2 was episode 111.* Discover ten transformative arguments to end drug prohibition. With Christina Dent, of End It For Good, we explore he economics of underground markets, the Iron Law of Prohibition, the societal harm of the drug war, the hidden costs of incarceration, and why regulated markets would lead to safer communities. You will gain tools to challenge outdated policies and spark meaningful change. End It For Good: https://enditforgood.com/ The book is... Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction 0:00 Theme 0:43 Longing for beauty 6:29 Can't impose beauty 8:39 Does jail save life? 12:50 Does incarceration reduce drug use? 16:51 From mere possession to prison 20:26 Most recover without treatment 23:05 Most drug users don't get addicted 25:04 Forced treatment tends to be wasteful 26:16 Natural consequences are heavy 27:38 How to create a criminal gang 31:23 Prohibition harms communities 33:34 Prohibition is the ABSENCE of regulation 37:05 People want to buy regulated products 40:09 Illustrating the Iron Law of Prohibition 43:36 Iron Law increases product danger 44:37 Attacking people in pain 50:39 Drug war impacts everyone, even you 52:12 The political law is not salvation 54:14 What does it mean to make a law? 56:09 End It For Good 1:00:22 Curious 1:00:59 Gracepoint: The last audience to turn Bill Protzmann is your moderator. The series is sponsored by THE FOUNDATION FOR HARMONY AND PROSPERITY. https://www.harmonyandprosperity.org/ Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

Mexican and Canadian tariffs of 25%? Donald Trump proposes to increase your annual, household expenses by $1,000. Why? To stiffen prohibition. But when has that worked? Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

*This is Part 2 - Part 1 was episode 110.* Tune in to learn how to change a mind about drug prohibition. In the second part of this compelling series, Christina Dent delves into her transformative journey on drug prohibition. From a heart-stirring encounter in a parking lot to the profound insights from 'Rat Park,' discover how personal experiences and new understandings can lead to a drastic change of heart and mind. 0:00 Theme 0:43 Previously, On Gracearchy 1:29 Heart change before mind change 8:20 Then reading before mind change 10:37 Rat Park really resonated 14:14 Resiliency factors 16:27 Not every addiction has the same cause 19:01 Grace in analysis 22:30 Acceptable Christian coping mechanisms? 24:37 Stigmatize behaviors not people Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

This is the first episode of a groundbreaking, three-part series. Christina Dent, a conservative Christian who champions pro-life values, leads an unexpected crusade against drug prohibition. Her firsthand experiences with foster care and learning about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), challenged her traditional views. Christina shares her compelling journey. Tune in as she articulates why fighting drug prohibition aligns with Christian and pro-life principles, speaking directly to fellow evangelicals in a language they understand. Discover the compelling reasons that could change how you think about drug laws and human flourishing. RESOURCES End It For Good: https://enditforgood.com/ Christina Dent's TedX: https://youtu.be/V263dVJZlqs The book is... Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction 0:00 Theme 0:43 Christina Dent, End It For Good 3:53 An Evangelical reaching Evangelicals 5:43 Addiction: A pro-LIFE issue 7:44 We did things differently 13:44 Sharpening iron 22:53 Getting and keeping an open mind 27:40 Second worst train wreck in history 38:24 Adverse Childhood Experiences, ACEs 43:51 Applying Grace to ACEs 50:34 Judgmental vs spiritual maturity 54:21 Force does harm, not heart of God 56:55 Foster care insights Bill Protzmann is your moderator. The series is sponsored by THE FOUNDATION FOR HARMONY AND PROSPERITY. https://www.harmonyandprosperity.org/ Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

Everybody gets hurt. Losing the race leads to grief. If you play the electoral game, if you join a partisan side, your grief has happened, is happening, or it will happen. Elections are NOT the way to solve social problems! How can we break free from the cult of politics? Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

No one has correctly described the Late, Great Trump Undercount. The most popular explanation is comical - it's a laugh-out-loud moment in this episode. As Jim Babka explains, the polling business includes a built-in fuzziness, so that the polls were "technically" accurate. So why is it that the pollsters, the media, and millions of Americans were caught off-guard as Trump clinched unexpected victories in all the battleground states? Why were we astonished that he won the popular vote? How come no one foresaw Trump's surprising gains among college-educated and Latino voters? When you're done watching this episode, you'll understand how the media uses polls, and the very specific reasons they seem so inaccurate the morning after most elections. And, unsurprisingly to Gracearchy subscribers, poll-driven campaign coverage damages social harmony - Jim explains that part, too. Wall Street Journal article quoted in this episode: https://www.wsj.com/politics/elections/pollsters-were-blindsided-by-breadth-of-trump-win-373ea9b9 Conflict Machine explained: https://theexitnetwork.substack.com/p/the-conflict-machine-explains-our Jim referenced the book, "The Alchemy of Finance: Reading the Mind of the Market" by George Soros. Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Was this the most important election in our lifetime? What was the most important election in Jim's lifetime? His surprising answer explains a LOT about why things are the way they are with recent elections. Libertarian Christian Institute: https://libertarianchristians.com/ On election night, Jim appeared LIVE on LCI's "Greenroom" - https://www.youtube.com/live/ifFL6ae_GWk Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Our vote counting process is bad. Unnecessary complications have created unnecessary social consequences. It wasn't always this way! Jim explains how it was better in every voters lifetime. The loser's grief was better soothed; national unity was encouraged. Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Jim interviews Chase Oliver, Libertarian Candidate for President of the United States, 2024. Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Straw donors is one aspect of the Mayor Eric Adams indictment. Jim explains why this campaign finance regulation is both a byproduct of prohibition and fails to address any root problem. The Establishment Fights Back: The Steve Stockman Story - https://youtu.be/SK02wslA-kw Trump and the Rancid Truth About Campaign Finance Reform - https://youtu.be/NNQDvm3pFns Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Have you ever wondered what happens when Y-Tube issues a str!ke to a channel? Don't worry, it didn't happen to our show. But it happened to the channel that has hosted our program from the very beginning. We'll explain what happened, quickly inform you what channels go through, and explain a better approach that's based in grace. Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

How to watch the results of Trump vs Harris on election night. Just four states are battlegrounds - North Carolina, Nevada, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. One of the candidates has an easier path. Which one is it? Jim predicts both which results to watch and who is ??? Psephology: (SAFE-ology) the statistical study of elections and trends in voting (Oxford Languages) 270towin.com - https://www.270towin.com/ Recorded Thurs. Oct. 24, 2024 Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Some wild and improbable conspiracy theories are floating around. Ironically, there are now libertarians, known for their mistrust of the State, who are now shaming others for their skepticism! But does the expansion of conspiracy theories tell us something more about our social environment? And should we automatically reject these "theories?" From the shadowy revelations of the Church Committee to modern controversies, in mere minutes, we dissect how mistrust in official narratives has historical roots. Most important of all, we examine how fostering trust can lead to increased social harmony and reduce the proliferation of conspiracy theories. Episodes referenced: Episode #41: Introduced the Spillover Gang, the tiny conspiracy to hide the truth about their friend's lab. https://youtu.be/T7ZRFtnwBOo Episode #74: Explored the origin of the term "conspiracy theory," the power of conspiracy fantasies, and Edward Snowden's taxonomy of conspiracy. https://youtu.be/QkFY3nfLmKk Episode #75: Discussed why conspiracy theories occur and five common mistakes conspiracy theorists make. https://youtu.be/R-xrbkDXl9A Episode #76: Addressed the myth that "big conspiracies can't stay secret" because "someone would've talked." https://youtu.be/uD3km6hZfEc Episode #105: Explained how the "official" conspiracy theory about John Kennedy's assassination empowered the Trump shooter. https://youtu.be/fLff-GTIk1I Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

"The Apprentice," a movie about Trump's rise in the 1970s and 1980s under Roy Cohn's tutelage, opens in theaters this weekend. Simultaneously, virtually all the people buying tickets to this flick, would, if surveyed, declare that Citizens United was an immoral and catastrophic Supreme Court decision that destroyed democracy. Here's the problem: Donald Trump could've blocked this movie's release before Citizens United and not after. The people most opposed to Citizens United are the least likely to know why that case happened! Thanks to Joe Lancaster and Reason for pointing this out, first.https://reason.com/2024/10/10/if-you-see-the-trump-biopic-before-election-day-thank-citizens-united/ Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Drunk driving? Operating a vehicle after some drinks? It's an emotional topic. It turns out, Jim has skin in the game! If you think your head will explode from rage at what he's saying here, stay till the end. And if you cannot bear to listen, then skip to minute 28. But you really should follow this mind-expanding episode all the way through because, on top of Jim's story... It turns out that media reports you're hearing out of Utah about the lowering of blood alcohol to .05 are based on misleading statistics. Worse, it's not working. But is this any way to address social problems? No, it's not. So, we explain the two things that must be present in order for there to be a crime, as well as the role for peace officers or highway patrol. We cover the step that always precedes political change, then explore how even more profound heart and mind change might be possible without politicians. If you listen all the way through, you'll be moved. Resources: https://reason.com/2024/09/21/will-cutting-the-bac-limit-to-05-really-make-our-roads-safer/printer/ CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 0:30 Stay till the end 1:21 Designing the ideal policy 2:55 What is a crime? 7:04 The role of patrol 9:20 Morality vs criminality 11:04 Endangerment 13:10 Awareness leads to... 14:34 Ruining life for .05 18:06 M.A.D.D. and more MADD 22:45 Overcriminalization 24:28 Why Utah's law doesn't work 26:40 M.A.D.D. radically changed the culture 28:42 Jim's personal experience 32:04 Grace for Jeff 33:26 Jim's anger 35:30 Mother's Day weekend 36:18 Embracing the difficult issue Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

A Twitter account manager misrepresents libertarianism and the Libertarian Party membership pledge. His Tweet undermines the goal and is anti-grace. We would prefer to ignore this provocation and hope it goes away. But for us, this is too close to home. We decided this must be opposed. However... Alleged State employees help him prove one of his points. Does he have a constitutional defense for his actions? Is his behavior towards those alleged agents justified? Frankly, most people cannot see the true purveyor of violence -- but we'll explain it to you. The tweet we mentioned: https://x.com/jeremykauffman/status/1835782658091102608 Michael Cloud's classic "Late Great Macho Flash" http://old.michiganlp.org/resources-2/lpm-success-toolbox/the-late-great-libertarian-macho-flash/ Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Trump-Haters vs Trump's Haters. Is there a way out of the escalating rivalry? Topics quickly covered include... The Conflict Machine, Mimetic Theory, Martin Luther King, Jesus, de-escalation, and, of course, Grace. Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Breaking: A second Secret Service event involving Donald Trump in three months. Let's review. Democrats have aimed at Republican nominee twice, but no Republicans have shot at the Democrats. That must mean we should ban Democrats from gun ownership, right? Let's take 8 minutes and discuss "collective judgmentalism." Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

Joe Emerson was a pilot suffering grief. His self-medication with mushrooms spiraled into a near-catastrophe aboard a flight. Believing he was breaking free from an unbearable reality, Emerson endangered 83 lives by tampering with aircraft safety mechanisms. He's facing more than 80 criminal charges. But... Joe is using his story to reveal the tough choices a pilot must make -- because seeking help with mental health could jeopardize their careers. This episode also introduces Shaman Economics, a fresh take on addressing mental health through economic principles. CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 0:43 Picking up where we left off 1:44 Joe Emerson's dangerous actions 6:47 Scapegoating psychedelics? 8:29 Steelmanning pilot grounding rules 11:03 Pilots going untreated 13:01 Ban suicide, solve the problem? 16:54 Helping professionals cope with stress 18:06 Dear Lord, always statist solutions! 21:42 The Crutch Lobby 22:44 Give grace, get great performance 24:22 Shaman Economics 28:07 How markets raise awareness 29:29 Drug decriminalization begins at church 32:13 Hunters resemble psychedelic guides 34:20 Landing the plane Show notes and links Good Morning America on Joe Emerson's documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCKC7yzAjp0 The New York Times Presents "Lie to Fly - The Story Of A Pilot Accused Of Attempting To Down A Plane After Taking Mushrooms:" https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/23/NYT-Presents/lie-to-fly-joseph-emerson-pilot.html The not-for-profit Joe Emerson founded: https://www.clearskiesaheadnonprofit.org/ Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

IS THERE A BETTER ALTERNATIVE THAN LEGALIZATION? Do you know why voluntaryism provides better regulation than the State? Do you understand why so few libertarians can explain that? This episode covers celebrity drug cases like Matthew Perry's overdose, the FDA's stance on MDMA, the influence of Big Pharma, and how government coercion is killing veterans. Plus, even though Jim is a long-time libertarian, he reveals a surprising lesson he's just learned. As if that's not enough, Jim and Bill each share a personal secret. CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 0:43 Who is Mr. Ignorant? 4:11 Celebrity Overdoses 7:46 Who was Matthew Perry's Keeper? 13:42 Political acts don't help 15:35 FDA refuses to bless MDMA 17:51 Jim gets schooled 19:52 Jim gets personal 22:43 Science or Spiritual? 27:04 Complete decriminalization 29:00 Defending voluntaryist drug manufacturing 35:51 How to regulate medical profession 37:45 Why Pharma loves statist regulation 39:10 Why post-statist accountability works better 45:44 Is the FDA killing veterans? 49:28 Bill gets personal 51:14 At the table with your enemy 52:54 Pharma power vs human freedom Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

Where has Gracearchy been? Join us for just four minutes to hear a "Tale of Two Floods." A bad flood explains why we haven't had a new episode in a month and why I'm not sitting in my normal studio. The other "flood" is good, as in a great future for Gracearchy. Flood is the right word in both cases, and the good news should flood fans of our show with joy! Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

BREAKING NEWS: RFK has effectively quit the presidential race. And I called it - that is, in an October 2023 "Instant Grace" I suggested that he was effectively quitting (see below). Who is the new 3rd candidate in this race? #ChaseOliver, the Libertarian nominee, joins me for a quick IN PERSON, on the spot interview. See also... https://youtu.be/zDIuzpyZVPs IG06 How Robert Kennedy Is Quitting The Race - Instant Grace Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Zero Aggression Project is a non-profit organization that does not endorse or support any candidates for public office. Be grace-full to each other.

The alleged Trump shooter, Thomas Crooks, thought that Lee Oswald was the Lone Gunmen. Where would he get such an idea? Jefferson Morley, with JFK Facts, notes that "When Gerald Posner and the New York Times reference JFK, they actually encourage baseless Trump conspiracy theories." Our own Jim Babka reviewed Posner's recent column in the New York Times, and he thinks that the problem might even be worse than that! The day after Posner's piece appeared, FBI Director Christopher Wray testified to Congress. There, he announced that Thomas Crooks had researched the distance from Oswald's alleged six-floor perch to JFK's limo. Apparently, Thomas Crooks thought that Lee Oswald Was the lone gunmen! So, did Posner's theory empower and encourage Crooks? And what if Posner is just wrong? Maybe ignoring all of the evidence since the Warren Commission is mimetically dangerous! Carefully selected segments in this video are utilized under the Fair Use doctrine of U.S. copyright law. The fair uses here include criticism, comment, and teaching for non-profit educational purposes. CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 0:58 Gerald Posner in NY Times 2:48 Crooks interested in Oswald 3:41 Making connections 5:37 Posner's prosecutorial role 9:11 Comforting conspiracy theorists 14:28 The Mimesis of Gerald Posner 17:07 A Rush to Judgment 21:17 Government hides information from citizens 24:15 The Rifle: The early days 27:29 The Rifle: Firing capacity 34:32 Two Howard Donahue insights 39:08 Willfully ignoring the Grassy Knoll 43:02 The one that missed 45:55 Gullible if you don't believe the government? 53:24 Another Blue Ribbon Commission? ARTICLES We're responding to this Gerald Posner article in the NY Times... https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/23/opinion/trump-shooting-secret-service-conspiracy.html We're riffing off of this Jefferson Morley column on Substack... https://jfkfacts.substack.com/p/assassination-falsehoods-from-the EPISODE REFERENCED... - How to Handle Conspiracy Theories (EP 74) https://youtu.be/QkFY3nfLmKk - Conspiracy Myths and Conspiracy Mechanics (EP 75) https://youtu.be/R-xrbkDXl9A - How Conspiracies Conceal & Con (EP 76) https://youtu.be/uD3km6hZfEc Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

Uncover the unsettling reality of the Conflict Machine in this episode of Gracearchy with Jim Babka. Following the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump, we delve into the philosophies of Thomas Hobbes and Carl Schmitt to expose how their ideas perpetuate cycles of fear leading to violence. This powerful discussion not only critiques these enduring influences but also advocates for the principle of Human Respect as the antidote to all political violence. Join us as we challenge the status quo and inspire a move towards a more peaceful society. Timeline/Chapters 0:00 Theme 0:43 Disclaimers 5:14 False Evidence Appearing Real 7:09 Political Theology 8:04 Fear Not 9:44 Hobbes' Leviathan 12:25 Hegel's Hero 12:57 Do you know Carl Schmitt? 16:38 between the Katechon and the Eschaton 20:22 Friend-Enemy, the birth of politics 23:17 Politics is a weak word 25:00 War by other means 29:01 ALL the violence is wrong 32:55 The Conflict Machine 35:13 Governance vs the State 38:29 instead of Fear and Chaos 39:13 From subjective fear to objective realities 44:12 Principle of Human Respect greater than Fear 46:49 Why we get more violence 47:34 Finding blame, scapegoating, and punishing 49:10 Violent tongues and hearts 51:48 Practice Human Respect Links Robert J O'Neil clip on "Jimmy Rex Show" https://www.tiktok.com/@mrjimmyrex/video/7389765873801645358 Conflict Machine article https://theexitnetwork.substack.com/p/the-conflict-machine-explains-our Mimetic Mirror with guest Jerry Bowyer https://youtu.be/i_zaPoAx8co The State (defined) https://zeroaggressionproject.org/mental-lever/the-state/ The Hong Konger episode https://youtu.be/iGY_aXz3GCE Human Respect episode https://youtu.be/9Pd_yFx56BI Rene Girard episode https://youtu.be/dL8Err6K778 Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Chat-GPT4 was used to help write the show description. Be grace-full to each other.

On June 28, the Supreme Court handed down its most significant decision since Dobbs. Loper Bright Enterprises v Raimondo ended a 40 year-old, court-created doctrine "Chevron deference." Around the same time and on top of that, there were two other decisions both trimming the vast powers of the administrative state. And by listening to just this one episode, you'll likely know more about these SCOTUS decisions than any critic you meet. Understandably, progressives were hysterical. But we practice the Steelman here. Jim Babka reacts point-by-point to three progressives making their case (against the Court and for Chevron deference) in an MSNBC program. We go into the exercise presuming that they're making their best arguments. But we show, that's not what they did. In keeping with Grace, Jim improves two of their arguments. Even better, Jim provides provides a constitutional solution that allows them to keep the experts involved. Jim Babka has been nationally-quoted on the issue of bureaucrats "writing the laws" because he co-authored the Write the Laws Act, presently introduce in the Senate. Plus, his Downsize DC organizations filed an amicus brief in the Loper Bright Enterprises case. In it, they called for an end to Chevron deference. If you listen to this show... YOU'LL get quick yet profound insight on three SCOTUS decisions, YOU'LL learn how congress and the regulatory state have worked up till now, and YOU'LL discover why this decision was good news instead of bad. YOU'LL ALSO learn why Tainted Meat is a myth and Leaded Paint is a shibboleth. TRANSPARENCY The MSNBC episode that we interact with is https://youtu.be/0RuYwbXJDBk Carefully selected segments in this video are utilized under the Fair Use doctrine of U.S. copyright law. The fair uses here include criticism, comment, and teaching for non-profit educational purposes. CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 0:43 Describing Loper Bright Enterprises 4:20 Fifth branch of government? 6:55 Pass it to find out what's in it 9:23 Loaded language vs the Steelman 10:13 Judicial power grab, a mimetic phrase 11:27 Ambiguity becomes Expert power 12:19 Steelman - progressives care more 19:00 Congressional delegation of power 23:42 How is all that expertise working for us? 27:02 Regulatory capture or amakudari 32:57 Marbury v Madison 38:15 On tainted meat and leaded paint 42:29 Do progressives suck lead paint? 44:10 Grace for the bureaucracy and not for thee 46:35 Steelman - judicial review is progressive 50:30 Loper Bright and Corner Post 53:07 SEC v Jarkesy 54:52 Experts are still prominent 1:00:15 Constitutional ways to use experts 1:02:57 Bad for business? 1:07:39 Where is my flying car? 1:09:37 Impact of incentives on regulators 1:11:10 Loper Bright was a graceful decision KEY LINK The Write the Laws Act https://downsizedc.org/act/write-the-laws-act-2/ REFERENCED LINKS & CONCEPTS Spike Cohen's Description of Chevron Deference https://x.com/RealSpikeCohen/status/1807513128479150478 You're Too Stupid - ZAP Mental Lever https://zeroaggressionproject.org/mental-lever/youre-too-stupid/ Upton Sinclair, The Jungle https://zeroaggressionproject.org/uncategorized/upton-sinclairs-the-jungle/ Austin Allred's thread https://x.com/Austen/status/1806755967637528762 Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Be grace-full to each other.

Since at least 1988, televised presidential debates have been manipulated to discriminate against certain candidates. In this episode, we reveal the way Chase Oliver and Bobby Kennedy legally qualify, and the way that Donald Trump and Joe Biden do not qualify for CNN's June 27 match-up. We also open and expose the playbook used by the members of the Conflict Machine (political industrial complex) to influence voters and perpetuate a feeling of powerlessness. You'll see right through the rigging. Plus, we debunk the myth of wasted votes and show why Libertarians and Greens don’t "steal" votes from major parties (it's the other way around). Equip yourself with history and political science insights that will amaze and convince your friends. And if you share this episode with friends, it'll change the way they view debates forever. They'll see the rigging too! Timeline 0:00 Theme 0:43 How to watch the debate 2:36 Chase Oliver and Bobby Kennedy Jr 3:33 In war everything is fair 4:35 Discrimination against minority parties 5:15 Duverger's Law 8:47 The Cartel of the Conflict Machine 10:25 Agenda Setting resistance 12:15 History of televised debates 15:05 The Commission on Presidential Debates 18:18 Ross Perot 20:19 Exclusion Rules 26:48 Libertarian debate history 33:22 A special creature 38:05 Good riddance Debate Commission 40:30 CNN's familiar Exclusion Rules 45:13 Calling Alvin Bragg 46:00 Free & Equal Debates 48:11 Tough love Duverger's Law - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duverger%27s_law Conflict Machine - https://theexitnetwork.substack.com/p/the-conflict-machine-explains-our Agenda Setting Theory - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/mental-lever/agenda-setting-theory/ Where else we covered the "Wasted Vote" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XILBvKNuMQ&t=758s ZAP/Gary Johnson article - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/jim-babka/lessons-on-debate-exclusion/ Free and Equal Foundation - https://freeandequal.org/debates/ Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] ChatGPT4 was used for some titling and tagging. Be grace-full to each other.

Harry Browne used to say, "Government doesn't work." Here, in Instant Grace 15, we look at the failure of the FDA. We count the ways that government actors have failed in the Juul case. Given the subject, we don't expect this intallment to carry far. We're talking about a taboo subject in the keyword, algorithm world. But the lessons here are timeless, and our best fans will find this material useful. Related & More Information: Ep82 Forgive us our Zyn https://youtu.be/8ZEu6MMY6co Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Be grace-full to each other.

In this episode, we provide you with FOUR reasons that both Hunter Biden and Donald Trump are innocent. We also reveal both a Republican and a Democrat hypocrisy in Hunter Biden's case. What are the implications of this case to you and to our future? Must there be escalation? We give both sides a politically powerful strategy that benefits them first, yet also gets us out of this mess. Chapters 0:00 Theme & Intro 2:23 Stolen Election 2016 8:08 Cry me a river, Republicans 9:35 Lock who up? 11:26 Lawfare and other escalations 13:38 July 11 15:07 Facts of Trump's case 17:17 Facts of Hunter's case 18:06 Motivation for these cases 21:59 Both anti-constitutional cases 26:01 These are phony crimes 28:16 Show us the material victim in either case 31:19 If they can do it to these guys... 35:09 The one time Donald Trump holds back 39:09 Seeing Jesus in these men 44:22 Just love and seek justice 46:19 Bipartisan hypocrisies in the Hunter case 48:49 The power of pardon EP42: Trump & The Rancid Truth About Campaign Finance Laws: https://youtu.be/NNQDvm3pFns EP43: The Establishment Strikes Back, The Steve Stockman Story: https://youtu.be/SK02wslA-kw EP70: Bootleggers and Baptists: https://youtu.be/UzU_Ue8nO00 Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Be grace-full to each other.

Life goes by fast. With this live stream, Gracearchy with Jim Babka will turn 100 episodes old! It's also our second anniversary. So we're celebrating with another historic step. This is also our first... Our first "Ask Jim Anything" And it was LIVE. In fact, you were able to post your questions on YouTube and Facebook and then SEE your query presented and answered on the show. We "live streamed" in both places, plus Twitter. Usually, I'm the Moderator. I interview Jim. But we'd both prefer that our audience be the moderator – YOU ask the questions! There are so many areas to choose from... Since episode 35, we've been on Zero Aggression Project YouTube. As you scroll through the list... You can see that Jim and I have covered philosophy, theology, social theory, politics, economics, news media, and music. We've discussed immigration, inflation, evolution, conspiracy theories, military intervention, the Trinity, and more! We did an episode on Rene Girard and sacrifice, and then we followed up with interviews of David Gornoski and Jerry Bowyer. Speaking of interviews, we've talked with Stephanie Slade about the political realignment, Dave Brisbin on faith practice, Eric Kohn about Chinese political prisoner Jimmy Lai, and former Rep. Steve Stockman about political retribution. Perry Willis covered the history of U.S. interventions. He was also there when Dan Fishman discussed Donald Trump's Libertarian Party visit. Baxter Kruger did a three-part series – the first installment garnered 8,400+ viewers, and the number goes up weekly! Surely, in all of that, you have at least one question! We will prioritize the people watching Live and submitting their questions on YouTube and Facebook. I can put your question on the screen. I'll scan Twitter, too. But you can also email your questions BEFORE the show – previous to when we go Live. Just hit Reply to this message! Warm Regards There's something else I hope you can help us with. We'd like to know... What has this show meant to you? Have you learned something new? If so, what was it? What was your favorite episode or moment? What else would you like us to cover? Or, what subjects do you want us to cover more deeply? Messages on these subjects would be encouraging, even helpful to Jim and me. We thank you in advance. Breaking News Oh, and one more thing. Tune in Live, and you'll be amongst the first to discover our upcoming plans – not just future episodes but also our exciting growth plans. After The Show Shortly after the Live stream ends, the recording will be available in all of our "normal" places, including... YouTube * Rumble * Pandora * iHeart * Spotify ZAP The State and have a nice day, Bill Protzmann Moderator, Gracearchy with Jim Babka ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Show notes created with the aid of ChatGPT 4. Be grace-full to each other.

Jim and Bill reveal how simple actions like subscribing, clicking, or even ignoring content significantly shape the media landscape and impact society. This episode delves into the roles we play in reinforcing divisive narratives and standardizing media content. Discover how your interaction or lack thereof contributes to the conflict machine, encourages groupthink, and even shifts societal values. Gain valuable insights into preserving your individuality and taking control of the narratives that influence your view of the world. Tune in to make informed, deliberate decisions in your media consumption. CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 0:43 Zero Aggression 1:43 Talking to the UN-subscribed 2:22 Conscious awareness 6:48 The audience helps makes the media bad 9:05 Led around by the viewer count 14:25 Surrendering your identity to the team or scheme 17:14 How you sublimate your values 19:48 How to keep your agency 24:06 Obsessed by how you and your avatar is seen 28:20 How you get sucked into the Conflict Machine 31:32 Agenda Setting as an obsession loop 33:14 Click-based homogenization 38:25 The CNN-ization of YouTube and regurgitation 43:41 You make it hard for hosts to cover substantial stuff 44:24 Keeping individuality - The Mob Test 46:07 Keeping individuality - Manipulation Awareness Link to Crowder episode: https://youtu.be/5jRX7VF5lJU Link to Bill Nye episode: https://youtu.be/YoDeb4FNSoo Link to Gornoski episode: https://youtu.be/wfilDdangZ0 Agenda Setting links Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Show notes created with the aid of ChatGPT 4. Be grace-full to each other.

There's redundant commentary all over 'Streamville' and 'Podlandia' about Donald Trump's appearance at the Libertarian Convention this past weekend. But with his seasoned perspective and multi-decade experience, Jim Babka unravels and explores whether the exposure gained from Trump's visit was effectively utilized by the Libertarians. He also delves into the divisive "Thick-libertarian vs. Thin-libertarian" debate, showing how it's harmed the party and the movement. Then, he proposed four steps towards party restoration and effectiveness. Bill Protzmann describes Jim's independent voice as "the third party inside the third party." It's really an invitation to grace -- quite unique in politics. And you'll value these insights. [NOTE: Certain elements of this program are visual.] Timeline/Chapters 0:00 Theme 0:59 Zero Aggression 1:34 Qualified and unique 'takes' on Libertarian Convention 5:00 What was Trump doing at the convention? 9:38 Parsing the factions 11:38 Libertarians not part of the Right 15:15 Inviting Exposure 17:50 Putting your best foot forward 19:45 Setting the stage 26:18 The Audition, a Harry Browne legacy 30:44 Bad scheduling, worse TV 31:44 You have to have your nominee! 32:16 Scorched earth, the thin skins, and mistrust 36:08 Thick-libertarian vs Thin-libertarian 40:10 Pastor and the Pornographer in the same Pew 41:57 Unique Sales Proposition of Libertarianism 42:52 Bring your meaning, I bring Grace 43:41 Gracepoint 1: Get out of the Conflict Machine 47:26 Gracepoint 2: Values vs Ethics, know the difference 52:32 Gracepoint 3: The ISSUE should be Human Respect 55:35 Gracepoint 4: Replacing our Model, no scapegoating Homework & References EP96: Should Libertarians 'Party' With Donald Trump?- https://youtu.be/hvQRYM20n6Q Wasted vote/EP54: Inflation Is Worse Than YOU Ever Thought - https://youtu.be/4XILBvKNuMQ?si=shlOTXar5vEXaO4k&t=756 Why I don't use the term anarcho-capitalist - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/mental-lever/anarcho-capitalist-label/ See the Nolan Chart at - https://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/ The Conflict Machine Explains Our Politics - https://theexitnetwork.substack.com/p/the-conflict-machine-explains-our EP94: Mimetic Mirror: Jerry Bowyer Explores Jesus's Eye Parable {you can start with How do you see me chapter} https://youtu.be/i_zaPoAx8co Principle of Human Respect - https://www.harmonyandprosperity.org/ EP88: René Girard: The Founding of Religion and State - https://youtu.be/dL8Err6K778 Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Show notes created with the aid of ChatGPT 4.

Jim and Bill delve into Chris Cuomo's startling admissions about his previous C+ stances, including his shocking agreement with Joe Rogan. Cuomo now questions a couple narratives he staunchly defended. This episode isn't just a reaction; it's an epistemological examination of truth, how we discern it, and the significant role of media figures in shaping public perception. Join us as we dissect whether Cuomo's recent revelations represent a genuine moment of grace or are merely an exhibition of hubris. We'll explore the implications of his admissions, the importance of accountablity and repentance, and the role of truth in media. We analyze this interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKBs_8CAnS4 - Carefully selected segments in this episode are utilized under the Fair Use doctrine of U.S. copyright law. The fair uses here include criticism, comment, and teaching for non-profit educational purposes. Episodes Referenced During Podcast... - Dave Brisbin EP 62 - https://youtu.be/6qVoECafeeU - Jerry Bowyer EP 94 - https://youtu.be/i_zaPoAx8co - Spillover gang EP 41 (Truth & Reconciliation) - https://youtu.be/T7ZRFtnwBOo - Truth About War EP 90 - https://youtu.be/C_yF9ln9sZM The 2021 Research Article from The Exit Network by Jim Babka - https://theexitnetwork.substack.com/p/hcq-wars-demonstrate CHAPTERS 0:00 Theme 1:02 Zero Aggression Project 1:47 Cuomo has not traveled the road to Damascus 3:57 Respect for choices and avoiding censorship 6:12 Ou r second ever reaction video 7:46 The Shame Game on CNN 15:23 The Curse of Cassandra 17:52 Claims before tested proof 21:13 Anti-apology - Why this is a Gracearchy episode 26:34 Regarding Duty 29:08 What happens when a matter becomes political 35:29 Sticky issue in the realm of forgiveness 39:54 The other tribe behaves like Cuomo too 43:47 Humility in making claims 46:28 Cuomo's epistemology in 4 words 51:24 Cuomo doesn't know the journalist's job 55:57 Joe Rogan was right 57:56 It's not truth, it's playing The Game 59:38 Wasn't he a horse dewormer cheerleader? 1:05:40 HE didn't know, so how did WE know? 1:10:11 Jim's pharmacist 1:16:28 Restoring social harmony Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Show notes created with the aid of ChatGPT 4. Be grace-full to each other.

Is the Electoral College an outdated relic? In this brief "Instant Grace" installment, Jim Babka illustrates how the Electoral College preserves lifestyle diversity, along with how it balances power among states. Oh, and if you believe there's too much money in politics, there's something here for you, as well. Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Be grace-full to each other.

Donald Trump, the Republican nominee-in-waiting, is slated to speak at the Libertarian National Convention in a few weeks. Is this a terrible strategy? ...real opportunity? ...enemies in the tent? ...a moment of grace? In this provocative episode of Gracearchy, Jim Babka convenes a riveting panel discussion on whether the Libertarian Party should keep this engagement with Donald Trump. Former Libertarian Party national directors Dan Fishman and Perry Willis dive into the strategic implications and ethical considerations of Trump's involvement. There are moments of laughter, insight, and intensity. You'll hear contrasting views on the potential impact on the party's future, the complexities of political alliances, and what Trump's participation might signal for libertarian values. Don't miss the part where Dan and Jim make a public bet about the presidential balloting. Tune in to explore the intersection of politics, principle, and the pursuit of liberty in this interesting moment for the Libertarian Party. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Theme 0:44 Zero Aggression 2:01 The question and the experts 3:45 Why should people appreciate libertarianism? 6:18 Libertarian testimonies 11:19 Becoming LP national director 19:35 Is 'The Invitation' a good or bad idea? 27:35 Will Trump actually show up and take questions? 30:31 How will the delegates behave in front of cameras? 36:08 Should the LP national committee reconsider? 37:46 Why at the convention and not after? 38:54 What's in it for Mr. Art of the Deal? 40:36 Donald Trump nominated by the Libertarians? 48:08 Trump still sore about Jo Jorgensen? 51:14 Ballot access matters 54:11 How Libertarians have won 55:54 Control - Trump or the LP? 56:45 The doomsday of the Libertarian Party? 1:00:17 Understanding Trump 1:06:10 Convention is sacred ground for the party 1:07:53 Steelmanning the inviters 1:09:36 Retribution for Jorgensen's Georgia vote total? 1:10:41 LP helping secure presidential pardons? 1:14:08 The Daryl Davis lesson 1:15:06 Looking for the serendipitous aspects Bill Protzmann is your moderator. ZERO AGGRESSION PROJECT - https://zeroaggressionproject.org/ - is our sponsor. But the views expressed are exclusively those of the participants, and not necessarily those of the board, staff, or supporters of the Zero Aggression Project. Thank you to Randy Garbin for our amazing episode thumbnails: http://randygarbin.com/ We are grateful to Sergio at https://www.youtube.com/@KeysofMoonMusic for our intro theme. ► https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10500501 or you can purchase his music on BandCamp: ► https://keysofmoon.bandcamp.com/ ► If you have any questions please feel free to write to Sergio at: [email protected] Show notes created with the aid of ChatGPT 4. Be grace-full to each other.