Lions of Liberty Network

On today's flagship Lions of Liberty podcast, Marc is joined by Hunter Thompson, Managing Director of Cash Flow Connectionsand host of the Cash Flow Connections podcast. Hunter brings a unique perspective to investing in real estate as a libertarian and proponent of Austrian economics. After delving into his journey into becoming a libertarian, Hunter breaks down the importance of understanding Austrian economics and the boom/bust cycle and how libertarians can leverage their knowledge of the manipulated financial system to protect themselves financially from the consequences of Keynesian economic policies. For a free market solution to controlling your health care, check out our longest running sponsor, Health Excellence Plus! To save $20 on your next $200+ ammo order at ammo.com when you use our link: Ammo.com/LionsOfLiberty For show notes head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/373 Join the Lions of Liberty Pride by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $5/month, and get access to loads of bonus content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today episode of Felony Friday host John Odermatt digs into the results of the 2018 midterm elections and declares cannabis the winner! Between Michigan legalizing recreational use, several states electing governors who favor legalization and the resignation of Attorney General Jeff Sessions; the US is inching closer and closer to legalized cannabis. John also talks about the tragic shooting in California and shares an election day story that should embarrass the fools who run the Pittsburgh chapter of Norml. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Electric Libertyland Brian McWilliams welcomes in Dave Smith, the host of "Part of the Problem" and stand up comedian of much renown. Brian and Dave look at the election and the run up issues leading into the midterms as well as talking about social media influence, immigration, culture and whether allowing only libertarians to vote would result in the creation of a utopian society. It's a helluva good time. Show notes at http://www.lionsofliberty.com/ell97 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's flagship Lions of Liberty podcast, Marc interviews Dr. Kyle Varner about his upcoming work to expose the "White Coat Cartels", as he refers to the crony capitalists who have overtaken the U.S. medical industry over the last century. From arbitrary caps on medical students and residencies to the insidious machinations of the American Medical Association, Dr. Varner breaks down all the factors which contribute to the overly priced, highly cartelized medical system in this country. We then discuss how Dr. Varner has utilized the concept of medical tourism to deal with sky high prices in the U.S. For a free market solution to controlling your health care, check out our longest running sponsor, Health Excellence Plus! To save $20 on your next $200+ ammo order at ammo.com when you use our link: Ammo.com/LionsOfLiberty For show notes head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/373 Join the Lions of Liberty Pride by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $5/month, and get access to loads of bonus content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is a solo show. John wanted to address the audience directly about the horrific shooting that happened in his hometown. Raw and unfiltered. John also touched on a few others new stories, a brutal murder at the hands of police in Oregon and the potential for the expansion of gun rights in Brazil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the craziest episode of the year, this week welcomes in the annual Lions of Liberty Spooktacular Halloween Jamboroo, 2018 edition! The Lions toss back adult beverages and enter a parallel dimension populated with Gary Johnson and Bill Weld, The Clintons, Brett Kavanaugh, Donald and Melania Trump, Stormy Daniels, Elizabeth Warren, Kanye West and Alexandra Alexia Cortez. And Bernie Sanders even makes an appearance! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the FINAL (for now) edition of Candidates of Liberty, Marc is joined by Carla Gericke, candidate for NH State Senate who is on the ballot both as a Libertarian AND a Republican. Carla explains how she became a libertarian, why she became active in the Free State Project and moved to NH, and how she ended up as the candidate of two different parties. Check out our other candidate interviews in the Candidates of Liberty archive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's flagship Lions of Liberty podcast, Marc is joined by economist, author and podcast host Robert Murphy to discuss his new book Contra Krugman: Smashing the Errors of American's Most Famous Keynesian as well as his podcast by the same name, co-hosted with Tom Woods. Bob explains why he became an Austrian economist, why he believes it's important for libertarians and free market advocates to understand Austrian economics and the business cycle, and how Tom Woods goaded him into starting the Contra Krugman podcast. Along the way, Bob details some of the more ludicrous ideas of Krugman, including his pushing the idea of spending billions of dollars to prepare for a fake alien invasion (no, seriously.) To save $20 on your next $200+ ammo order at ammo.com when you use our link: Ammo.com/LionsOfLiberty For show notes head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/372 To hear a bonus segment featuring Bob take questions from fans and to support the work we do, join the Lions of Liberty Pride by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $5/month, and get access to loads of bonus content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Felony Friday Michael Monsivias joins John to talk about his experience in the criminal justice system and how he's using his own experience to create better opportunities other prisoners. Michael also details one of his worst days in prison, when prison guards threw flash grenades into his cell unprovoked. Two of them exploded, burning his flesh. Instead of getting medical assistance, he was thrown into solitary, likely to hide his injuries from investigators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Candidates of Liberty Larry Sharpe joins John to discuss his campaign for Governor of New York. Larry is a successful businessman (or at least he used to be, as he jokes on the show) and he's running a very serious campaign to win. Larry been campaigning hard across the entire state of NY and he's made it onto some pretty big media platforms including Joe Rogan Experience, Rubin Report and just this week John Stossel did a piece on him with Reason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Electric Libertyland Brian brings back an old favorite, everyone's favorite game: Rand Pauluses and Minuses! Brian grades Rand's recent actions and stances in the Senate and in the media, while channeling his inner "G.I. Joe" for a special ode to Afghanistan. He then moves on to the Saudis murdering journalist Jamal Kashoggi, a Chicago cop drive-by shooting an autistic teen, Texas Democrats trying to sign illegals up to vote in the midterms, and a middle school bringing in drag queen Jessica L'Whor' for career day. Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's edition of Candidates of Liberty, Marc is joined by the Libertarian Candidate for Governor of Ohio, Travis Irvine! Travis first ran for office when he ran for the mayor of his hometown at the age of 24, while simultaneously filming the documentary American Mayor . Travis details why he got into the Governor's race, how he's used his background in comedy and filmmaking to draw attention to his campaign and to the important issues for Ohioans. Check out our other candidate interviews in the Candidates of Liberty archive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's flagship Lions of Liberty podcast, Marc is joined by Dr. Michael Rectenwald, a professor of Global Liberal Studies at NYU. Dr. Rectenwald became an epicenter of controversy at NYU after it was revealed that he was the man behind the Twitter account @AntiPCNYUProf , from which he sent tweets decrying the recent push for "politically correct" speech on his and many other college campuses. Dr. Rectenwald's journey is fascinating. He was a far left progressive commentator and upon rejecting the Democratic Party after the election of Obama was pushed even further left to become a full-fledged Marxist. But in recent years, social justice and PC culture led to him re-examining the entirely of his political belief system, to the point that he now identifies as a libertarian. This is a podcast you are definitely going to want to share with your left-leaning friends! Save $20 on your next $200+ ammo order at ammo.com when you use our link: Ammo.com/LionsOfLiberty For show notes head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/370 To support the work we do, join the Lions of Liberty Pride by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $5/month, and get access to loads of bonus content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Felony Friday Judy Henderson joins John to talk about the unbelievable injustice she suffered in the criminal justice system. In 1982, Judy Henderson was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for 50 years for her role in a robbery-turned-murder. Her boyfriend at the time – the man who committed a robbery, fired a gun, killed someone, and shot Henderson herself in the process – went free, while Henderson did the time. In December of 2017, Missouri Governor Eric Greitens commuted Judy Henderson’s sentence to time served: 36 years and 111 days. The Governor reached this decision after he and his counsel reviewed thousands of pages of reports, court transcripts, letters, and records related to Henderson’s case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's show Drew A. Layda, Candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives for Oregon's 1st Congressional District, joins the program to discuss his campaign platform and the path he took in becoming a Libertarian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Electric Libertyland, Brian welcomes in Rodger Paxton of The Lava Flow podcast, PaxLibertas.com, and organizer of PORCFEST, where all of the Lions got absolutely hammered among libertarian brethren this past spring. Brian and Rodger start off talking about Kanye's meeting with Trump, the impact of celebrity before moving on to the purge of many libertarian and police-policing Facebook pages. Is it their right as a private company, or will there be repercussions in the legal sphere? The duo then dive into Saudi Arabia and the missing-presumed-dead journalist...who U.S. intelligence knew would be taken. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode of Candidates of Liberty John interview New Jersey Libertarian U.S. Senate Candidate Dr. Murray Sabrin. Murray is a professor of finance in the Anisfield School of Business at Ramapo College. Dr. Sabrin has an incredible personal story being an immigrant and the son of Holocost survivors. Murray is fighting for peace, liberty and prosperity for the people of New Jersey and the United States. Visit Murray Sabrin for U.S. Senate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In todays flagship episode, Marc convenes with Lions stalwarts Howie Snowdon and Brian McWilliams - for another adult-beverage-fueled edition of "Libertarians in Living Rooms Drinking Liquor!". They are joined by special guest - a fan of the show and one of our $25 per month "Mufasa" level Patreon supporters, Tyler Colford! Marc promised Tyler he could join the show if he made the general election ballot in his campaign for the Vermont State Senate, and sure enough, he did! Tyler is running as a Republican and made the ballot, earning a spot in the general election by winning a primary via write-in campaign. Between discussing Tyler's campaign, the liquored-up liberty lovers touch on topics raining from Kanye's visit with Donald Trump, the tale of "Cocaine Bear", why Ireland has so much Coors Light, and be sure to stay tuned until the end to find out why Howie get a taste of the mute button! Save $20 on your next $200+ ammo order at ammo.com AND support a pro-freedom organizationwhen you use our link: https://ammo.com/lionsofliberty For show notes head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/370 To support the work we do, join the Lions of Liberty Pride by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $5/month, and get access to loads of bonus content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Felony Friday Ken Bright joins John to talk about his journey from prisoner to prison reformer. Kenneth spent 20 years incarcerated. Since he's been out he's worked on Wall Street trading stock and is the founder and President of the Life Progressive Services Group. Which is a "reentry, transitional and advocacy group" of formerly incarcerated men and women who have been educated and chose to make a difference in the lives of those who are living where they have been. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode of Candidates of Liberty, Marc interviews Kryssi Wichers, Libertarian candidate for Ohio's House of Representatives! Kryssi dishes the dirt on her how she first became a libertarian actually taking the advice of a "Google Ron Paul" sign, how she found the Libertarian Party after being booted from the RNC as a Ron Paul delegate, and why she is bringing libertarian values to Ohio through her campaign. For the show notes - including Kryssi's "Dr. Phil" appearance, head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/COL10 For the "Candidates of Liberty" archive, head to LionsOfLiberty.com/Candidates If you appreciate the extra effort we put in to bring you this program, consider supporting Lions of Liberty on Patreon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's ELL, Brian welcomes in legal man of mystery "Rico" to the program. Brian and Rico talk Kavanaugh, and midterm fallout from tactics on both sides, then get into the epic screw-job on Dale Kerns via the League of Women Voters that left him out of the PA Senate debate. Rico and Brian then transition into Nikki Haley's resignation, Antifa angst in Portland and the fantastic exposing of the sham that is Academic Grievance Studies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's edition of "Candidates of Liberty", Marc Clair is welcomed by the Libertarian candidate for the governorship of Kansas, Jeff Caldwell! Jeff describes how he went from being a disillusioned Obama supporter to an active member of the Libertarian Party, why he decided to run for governor, and digs into where he differs from some libertarians strategically. For show notes, head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/COL9 For the full "Candidates of Liberty" archive, head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/Candidates To support the work we do, support Lions of Liberty on Patreon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's flagship Lions of Liberty podcast, Marc welcomes back Michael Pickens of the Libertarian Leadership Academy to answer the question "Just what does it take to be a Candidate of Liberty?" Michael first recaps how he got started working behind the scenes helping libertarian candidates. Marc and Mike discuss the "1,000 candidate" strategy, common mistakes Libertarian candidates make, how libertarians should react to candidates who go "off message", and more! For anyone inspired by our Candidates of Liberty series to consider a run themselves, this is a must listen! For show notes head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/369 To support the work we do, join the Lions of Liberty Pride by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $5/month, and get access to loads of bonus content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of Felony Friday host John Odermatt is joined by friend of the show Remso Martinez. Remso is a independent journalist, new media producer, and Amazon bestselling author. Remso is best known for his podcast the Remso Republic, which reaches thousands of listeners each episode across many on-demand platforms and networks. John and Remso discuss anything and everything about the Cody Wilson being charged and arrested for having sex with a minor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Electric Libertyland, Brian is once again forced to talk about the Kavanaugh hearing (what else is there these days?), the reactions from the left and Cory Booker's taking on the mantle of "The Greatest Showman." Brian also looks at allegations of abuse against Minnesota Democratic Representative Keith Ellison that mimic the Kavanaugh case in many ways, yet is being ignored by the left, a hypothetical curfew for men of 9pm, and finally a new study that suggests depression is a driver for women leaving STEM careers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of Candidates of Liberty Tim Silfies joins the show. Time is running for Congress in Pennsylvania's 7th District. Tim comes to politics from a prior career in television where he had the chance to work with some of the biggest names at Fox Business. Tim has an impressive background in television. While producing libertarian and journalist John Stossel's show, Silfies observed firsthand how common sense limited government, when it protects economic and personal liberty, sets the stage for individuals to prosper. After Stossel Tim co-created and ran two news shows for Fox Business, “The Independents” and “Kennedy”. Finally, Tim made the move back to Pennsylvania as an on-air reporter for WFMZ. Now he's shaking up the congressional race in PA district 7. Tim Silfies | Pennsylvania Candidate for Congress 2018 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Marc is joined by JW Weatherman, the creator of a revolutionary program called Mathbot (Mathbot.com), which is poised to completely alter the way children learn math and help them break free from the confines of the public education system. For show notes head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/368 Save $20 on your next $200+ ammo order at ammo.com AND support a pro-freedom organizationwhen you use our link: https://ammo.com/lionsofliberty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A VERY hungover Brian breaks down the disappointing debut of South Park's new season, which centered on school shootings, with ol' pal Dan Smotz of The System is Down Podcast. This is a bonus episode from our Patreon Lion's Pride content, so pony up if you want to hear more! https://www.patreon.com/Lionsofliberty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Felony Friday Mark Pendergrast joins John to discuss memory and to explain the history of Repressed Memory Therapy and explain why it is problematic that the technique is still being used today. This is Mark's second appearance on Felony Friday. You can go back and listen to Episode 47 of this show, which I'll link to in the show notes to learn more about Mark. Mark is an expert in memory and during today's show Mark and John discuss the current sexual assault allegations that have been raised against Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Electric Libertyland host Brian McWilliams laughs at the U.S. hypocrisy on foreign aggression when spouting rhetoric on Iran to the United Nations, including Nikki Haley's statements following a terrorist attack and President Trump's UN speech. Brian then moves on to discuss the latest allegation against SCOTUS nominee Brent Kavanaugh, the abandonment of due process, and Sen. Mazie Hirono's statements telling all men to "Shut up, and Step up." Finally, Brian takes aim at Twitter shutting out James Woods from his account over a months-old tweet cited as "election influencing" propaganda. @BrianMcWilliams @LionsofLiberty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode #7 of Candidates of Liberty, Brian interviews Lucy Brenton, who is running for Senate in Indiana for the second time. Lucy is taking on the Democratic incumbent Senator Joe Donnelly as well as GOP candidate Braun. Lucy weighs in on her opinion on SCOTUS nominee Kavanaugh and the current allegations, Ending the FED, her path to libertarianism, abortion and other hot button issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's flagship Lions of Liberty podcast, Marc welcomes in Libertarian activist and recently announced Libertarian Party Presidential candidate, Kimberly Ruff! Kim breaks down how she became a Libertarian, why she decided to run for the LP POTUS nomination, how she plans to run her campaign, and just what the heck does a State Mine Inspector do? To hear Kim's thoughts on her potential LP POTUS opponents in the bonus segment exclusively available by supporting us on Patreon. For full show notes head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/367 Save $20 on your next $200+ order at ammo.com when you use our link: https://ammo.com/lionsofliberty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today episode of Felony Friday polygraph expert Doug Williams joins John to share why he believe the polygraph to be a complete fraud of a technology. Doug administered polygraph examinations for the Oklahoma City Police department from 1972 - 79. In 1979 he began teaching people how to beat the polygraph. The feds didn't like this so they came after him and he was incarcerated in Federal prison for 2 years for "protesting the loudest and the longest against the polygraph." Williams was finally released from prison on July 26th 2017. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Electric Libertyland, Brian looks at the sad state of Norm MacDonald, and how Norm's #MeToo take (which has him in so much hot water) defines the "one-woman's word" issue plaguing SCOTUS candidate Kavanaugh. Brian then looks at other current events including California forcing companies to place at least one female member on their boards by 2019, the Dallas police "finding" 10.4 grams of weed in Botham Jean's apartment after he was murdered by an off-duty cop and the $150B spending bill no one cares about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's "Candidates of Liberty", Marc is joined by Libertarian CA State Assembly candidate, Brandon Nelson! Brandon is just 21 years old, and is now the sole challenger to a Democrat incumbent in his race! For show notes head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/CoL6 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Marc gathers his team of Lions to celebrate FIVE years of Lions of Liberty! Marc welcomes Brian, Odie, Howie, Rico and JB (along with some "special" guest appearances) for a 5 Year Anniversary Party, Libertarians in Living Rooms Drinking Liquor style! Join us as we ramble, rant, rave and take a trip down memory lane looking at some past moments and milestones over 5 years of the Lions of Liberty podcast! Celebrate 5 years with us by supporting us for as little as $5/per month on Patreon! For full show notes head over to LionsOfLiberty.com/366. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of Felony Friday the Godfather of the Lions of Liberty joins John to discuss some absurd criminal activity and to play the world famous podcast game show "Is it a crime and should they do time?" News items discussed on today's show: WOMAN LICKED HOT SAUCE PACKETS, THEN PUT THEM BACK Store Caught Sticking Googly Eyes On Fish To Make Them Look Fresh Dog Walker uses Owner's House for Sex Browns release LB Mychal Kendricks after he was charged with insider trading Dine and Dash Dater Felony Charges Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Electric Libertyland host Brian McWilliams hits on some of the breaking news of the day, including first and foremost, the Kavanaugh SCOTUS hearings. For this monumental task, he brings in friend, listener, and legal professional Steven Betz, who has been keeping a keen eye on the proceedings. Brian then does a solo dive into some commentary on the ongoing 9/11 fervor, the story of the Dallas cop who shot a man in his own apartment after thinking it was hers, "Law & Order: Hate Crimes", U.S. News & World Report's new way of ranking colleges, and the impeding hurricane Florence, which has already seen over 1 million people evacuate on the Eastern seaboard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode of "Candidates of Liberty" John Odermatt interviews Brandon Phinney. Brandon is a member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives, representing Strafford County's 24th district. Brandon was originally elected as a Republican, but in June of 2017, after becoming fed up with the big spending GOP, he announced that he was changing this party affiliation to Libertarian. Please visit Brandon's website to donate and volunteer. Brandon has a need for volunteers on the ground to knock on doors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Marc once again welcomes back the liberty movement's foremost expert on foreign policy, Scott Horton! Scott breaks down the Saudi/US war on Yemen - why and how it began, the terrible humanitarian crisis that has resulted, and what we can do to see it end. Share this show far and wide with your friends, family and circles of influence to spread awareness of the horrific crimes occurring in Yemen. PLUS, stay tuned to the end of the show for details on the Lions of Liberty 5th Anniversary show - how you can listen to the show before anyone else, and how you can secure a discounted or even FREE special edition 5 year anniversary T-shirt! For show notes head to LionsOfLiberty.com/365 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of Felony Friday Catherine Hoke joins John to discuss her extensive work creating programs that teach inmates about entrepreneurship, business and forgiveness. Catherine is the founder of two groundbreaking incredible effective nonprofits: Prison Entrepreneurship Program (PEP) and Defy Ventures. PEP and Defy equip people with criminal histories to start legal businesses and careers and have produced recidivism rates of less than 7 percent. Catherine is the author of A Second Chance: For You, For Me, And For The Rest Of Us. During this episode Catherine also shares details as to why she had to resign from Defy Ventures earlier this year and what her plans are moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Editor and founder of Antigua Report, Fergus Hodgson, joins the show from Guatemala. Brian and Fergus discuss the Libertarian University in Guatemala City, Francisco Marroquin University, socialism's insidious hold in Latin America, and the culture of the region that helps it sustain itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode of "Candidates of Liberty", Marc Clair interviews Craig Bowden, a Libertarian Candidate for U.S. Senate out of Utah. Craig explains why he became a Libertarian, why he chose to run for U.S. Senate, and delves into the rumors regarding why he hasn't received an endorsement from a certain Libertarian Party power broker. For show notes head to LionsOfLiberty.com/COL4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Marc is joined by the spunky, purple-haired liberty advocate, Sarah Brady Wagner! Sarah first appeared on Lions of Liberty's Felony Friday show with John Odermatt to discuss her college arrest for giving adderall to a cheerleader, an arrest which found her labeled as a "violent felon." Sarah describes what motivated her to start her podcast for the Libertarian Party of North Carolina entitled "Speaking of Liberty", as well as how her new video series "Fundamental Freedoms" with our friends at We Are Libertarians came about. If you've been trying to figure out how you can get more involved in libertarian activism, this is one episode you can't miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Felony Friday Weldon Angelos joins John to share his incredible story! In the 90s Weldon launched a successful music career that brought him nationwide recognition. He founded the rap label Extravagant Records and was considered an “up and coming” entrepreneur in the industry. He wrote and produced songs with many acclaimed artists, including Snoop Dogg. Then in May and June 2002, Salt Lake City police set up a series of controlled marijuana buys from Weldon. All told a Confidential Informant purchased ½ pound of marijuana from Weldon on two separate occasions. According to the CI a firearm was present on Weldon during both buys. Weldon Angelos was sentenced to a mandatory 55 years in prison for selling a few pounds of marijuana while possessing a firearm – a sentence so extreme that his judge, unable to go below the mandatory minimum, called on the president to commute his sentence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Electric Libertyland Brian examines the eulogizing of John McCain and the legacy of destruction and ignorance he has left behind. Brian also examines the war in Yemen, Shame vs. Privilege, Prison Reform, NAFTA, and California targeting soda on kids menus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Candidate for Senate in VA Matt Waters joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marc Clair is joined by the founder of the DonorSee app, Gret Glyer, to get his perspective on wealth inequality and global poverty. Gret provides valuable insights into the causes of global poverty and how individuals, voluntary action can help spread capitalism and wealth throughout the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Felony Friday Ashley Hunter joins John to talk about how she overcame her struggles with addiction, which caused her to stumble into the criminal justice system. Today Ashley has turned her life around. She is the Community Liason for BluePrints for Addiction Recovery. Although she is a felon, she has since made her way through the justice system and is now working for positive change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Owen Benjamin joins Brian McWilliams on this week's Electric Libertyland to discuss a wide range of issues including Race, Religion, Hollywood and Censorship in the way that only Owen Benjamin can. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices