In this exciting episode of The Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with two incredible advocates of Voluntaryism, Larken Rose and Etienne de la Boetie², to dive into the philosophy of living without rulers. This is Larken's third time joining us on the podcast. For those unfamiliar, Larken is a renowned author, activist, and pass…

On this week's episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with David Knight, a prominent voice in independent media and a fierce advocate for free speech. In this captivating conversation, we dive into the shocking revelation that helicopter pilots have been turned away by local law enforcement and FEMA officials from the …

In this compelling episode of The Free Thought Project podcast, hosts Jason, Matt, and Don sit down with constitutional activist Joshua Martinez to delve into his remarkable journey of standing up for his rights against formidable odds. Josh shares his intense and often harrowing experiences with law enforcement, detailing how his efforts to assert…

In this week's episode of The Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason, Matt, and Don are thrilled to welcome back Derrick Broze for the fourth time. Derrick is a stalwart of independent journalism, the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of the Conscious Resistance Network, and a long-time contributor to The Last American Vagabond. He's been a beacon of truth …

On this week's episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Bess Byers, a dynamic entrepreneur and political advocate who’s made waves in both the cannabis industry and the realm of free-market libertarianism. Bess founded Blaise Creative, a cannabis marketing agency, in 2017, where she specialized in social media, cont…

In this episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with the brilliant and insightful Chloe Macintosh, a leading voice in the field of sexual wellness and the founder of Kama, a platform dedicated to helping people achieve greater intimacy, connection, and pleasure in their lives. Chloe’s background is as diverse as it is i…

On this week’s episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt welcome back one of our most respected and returning guests, Scott Horton, for the third time. Scott is the director of the Libertarian Institute, editorial director of Antiwar.com, and the host of Antiwar Radio on Pacifica, 90.7 FM KPFK in Los Angeles, California. He's also…

On this episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Dylan Allman, a husband, writer, and passionate advocate for liberty. Dylan is a conscientious objector, techno-optimist, and a Hazlitt Apprentice at the Foundation for Economic Education. We dive into Dylan's compelling journey from joining U.S. Army intelligence to …

Are Catholics doing Christian nationalism, too? I thought that was just a Protestant thing. But just look at the court! And these other guys! How did we come from a place 100 years ago where Catholics in America were an oppressed minority, targets of anti-immigrant legislation and harassment by the KKK, to now - where a network of Catholic hardline…

Episode 47: Rural Progressives Are Having A Moment... And A Summit Guest: Michelle Higgs - (D) Candidate for Indiana House District 60 https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://voteformichellehiggs.com/ https://linktr.ee/indianaruralsummit Michelle Higgs is a community leader, wife, mom of three, and a Martinsville High School alumna.…

On this week's episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Skot Sheller, a New Hampshire Free State Project advocate with a wealth of knowledge on Argentinian politics, economy, and culture. Skot’s wife hails from Argentina, and his father-in-law is a PhD Austrian economist, academic, and author in the country. Skot ha…

If you’ve been following this space, you certainly already know that Indiana Republican delegates selected Noblesville pastor and avowed Christian nationalist Micah Beckwith as their nominee for lieutenant governor at their convention in mid-June. With that as a jumping off point, we spoke with IU-Indianapolis sociology professor Dr. Andrew Whitehe…

On this week's episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Ryan Cristián from The Last American Vagabond. Cristián is a recent recipient of the Serena Shim Award For Uncompromising Integrity In Journalism and has devoted much of his life to bringing Americans the transparency and accuracy they deserve in media. Because…

Episode 45: Spilling the Tea on 83 Guest: Kyle Thele - (D) Candidate for Indiana State House, District 83 https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://kyleforstaterep.com Christopher Judy’s record: https://justfacts.votesmart.org/bill/19432/51539/149623/prohibits-the-government-from-burdening-the-exercise-of-religion#51539 https://www.np…

Episode 44: Wouldn’t You Like To Be a Pepper, Too? Guest: David Pepper - author; activist; former Chairman, Ohio Democratic Party https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://davidpepper.com https://davidpepper.substack.com https://savedemocracy.us Progress and backlash: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/05/white-backlash-no…

Episode 43: Bringing the Hurt to Washington - Part II Guest: Erik Hurt (D) - Candidate for Indiana’s 8th Congressional District https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://www.erikhurtforcongress.com/ Shortage of trades workers: https://thehill.com/changing-america/enrichment/education/4583268-labor-crisis-why-is-there-a-shortage-of-plu…

SPECIAL EPISODE: LG Candidate Terry Goodin Guest: Terry Goodin (D) - Candidate for Lieutenant Governor https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://www.mccormickforgov.com/ Indiana’s unusual party convention system - https://www.wfyi.org/news/articles/you-asked-what-role-state-party-conventions-play-in-indiana-weve-got-answers Goodin’s p…

Episode 42: Bringing the Hurt to Washington - Part I Guest: Erik Hurt (D) - Candidate for Indiana’s 8th Congressional District https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://www.erikhurtforcongress.com/ Indiana uncontested Statehouse seats: https://ballotpedia.org/Indiana_House_of_Representatives_elections,_2024 Indiana uncontested State S…

In this captivating episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Don speak with political activist, entrepreneur, and 2020 Libertarian Vice Presidential Candidate, Spike Cohen. Spike shares his thoughts on one of the biggest news stories of the year: Julian Assange's release. We discuss the implications of Assange's guilty plea, including…

Episode 41: Handling Snakes: Christian Nationalism in Indiana Guest: Dr. Andrew Whitehead, professor at the Center for the Study of Religion and American Culture at IU-Indianapolis. https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://raac.indianapolis.iu.edu/about/who-we-are/our-staff/andrew-l-whitehead/ Beckwith 3 reasons: https://fb.watch/t1G…

HoosLeft Podcast, Episode 40: Holding the Line Against MAGA Extremism Guest: Derrick Holder, Democrat for US House of Representatives (IN-04) https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://www.derrickholder.com/ Marine Corps values: https://www.marines.com/life-as-a-marine/standards/values.html Corporate greed causing inflation: https://ww…

In this riveting episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Ian Smith, the co-owner of Atilis Gym in Bellmawr, New Jersey, and the author of "Find Your Hill: Worth Fighting For." Ian gained national attention for his defiant stand against the state's COVID-19 restrictions, keeping his gym open despite the draconian ma…

HoosLeft Podcast, Episode 39: Putting Stakes in the Ground Guest: Lori Camp, Democrat for US House of Representatives (IN-02) https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://www.campforcongress.com/ https://www.madvoters.org/ https://www.surveyandballotsystems.com/blog/participation/the-dangers-of-uncontested-elections/ https://inequality.o…

In this episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Matt welcome back Hakeem Anwar, the visionary behind the "Take Back Our Tech" initiative. Hakeem is an experienced entrepreneur, founder and CEO of the Above Phone, and proponent of extremely private technology. During our conversation, we delve into the types of surveillance we have to…

HoosLeft Podcast, Episode 38: The Importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Guest: Eric Love, Former Director for Staff Diversity & Inclusion, University of Notre Dame https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericlove1911/ https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/09/us/what-is-dei-and-why-its-dividing-america/index.html h…

In this gripping episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Matt are joined by Jeff Charles, acclaimed host of "A Fresh Perspective" podcast and political satirist known from Fox News to Newsmax, along with his partner both in life and activism, Doni the Misfit. Today’s conversation takes a hard look at the recent developments within th…

HoosLeft #37: Engaging Rural Voters From The Left Guest: Ryan Still, Monroe County Democratic Party Deputy Chair for Rural Engagement https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://www.monroedems.org/executive-committee https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/p/heart-me-out-part-ii/ https://www.incontext.indiana.edu/2023/july-aug/article2.as…

HoosLeft Podcast, Episode 36: Mrs. Potter, Won't You Talk To Me? Guest: Blythe Potter, Candidate for Johnson County Council https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://blythepotter.com https://www.ibrc.indiana.edu/ibr/2024/spring/article2.html https://www.vox.com/politics/23955909/election-results-2023-abortion-republicans-suburban-vote…

In this episode, Scott goes solo to look at the results of the May 7th primary. I’ll start in Monroe County, visiting the results of the County Commissioner’s races. We spoke with all five Democratic candidates, and the results were not what we expected. From there, we’ll zoom out to examine the statehouse contests. There are several races of inter…

Tune in to the latest episode of the Free Thought Project podcast where Jason and Matt reconnect with Sal Mayweather, aka Sal the Agorist. Known for his influential presence as a social media commentator, agorist, cypherpunk, and Rothbardian crypto anarchist, Sal brings a wealth of knowledge and radical insights to the table. His book "Anti Politic…

Join Jason and Matt on the Free Thought Project podcast as they host Aaron R. Day, an experienced entrepreneur, investor, and passionate advocate for freedom and individual liberty. With a rich background in e-commerce, healthcare, blockchain, AI, and clean technology, and recognitions from major news outlets like Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, a…

HoosLeft #34: Hoosier Next US Senator? - Part II Guest: Marc Carmichael, Candidate for US Senate https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://www.marcforindiana.com/ https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2023/8/3/2184946/-Fanatical-Republican-Extremist-of-the-Day-Jim-Banks-2023-Update https://ballotpedia.org/Jim_Banks_(Indiana) https://votesm…

HoosLeft #33: Hoosier Next US Senator? - Part I Guest: Dr. Valerie McCray, Candidate for US Senate https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://valeriemccray.org/ Follow on social media: https://www.facebook.com/hoosleft https://hoosleft.bsky.social https://www.youtube.com/@hoosleft https://www.tiktok.com/@hoosleft https://www.instagram.…

HoosLeft #32: Making Cents of Local Races Guest: Penny Githens, Monroe County Commissioner, District 3 https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://www.pennygithensforcommissioner.com/ https://bsquarebulletin.com/?s=commissioner https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duverger%27s_law https://www.studentsofhistory.com/ideologies-flip-Democratic-Re…

In this thought-provoking episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, hosts Jason and Matt sit down with Jeremy Kauffman, an American entrepreneur and fervent political activist known for his pioneering work in blockchain technology with the creation of LBRY, a decentralized file-sharing platform. Kauffman, also a notable figure in the Libertarian…

HoosLeft #31: Building Bloc, Part II Guest: Jody Madeira, candidate for Monroe County Commissioner, District 3 https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://www.jodyformonroecounty.com/ https://law.indiana.edu/about/people/details/madeira-jody-l.html https://bsquarebulletin.com/2024/04/19/2024-election-notebook-dems-raise-82k-for-county-c…

HoosLeft #30: Building Bloc, Part I Guest: Peter Iversen, candidate for Monroe County Commissioner, District 2 https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com/subscribe https://www.peteriversen.org/ Follow on social media: https://www.facebook.com/hoosleft https://hoosleft.bsky.social https://www.youtube.com/@hoosleft https://www.tiktok.com/@hoosleft https:/…

In this riveting episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, hosts Jason and Matt are joined by Austin Petersen, the dynamic host of the Wake Up America show and 2016 runner-up for the Libertarian Party's presidential nomination. Today's discussion dives deep into the turbulent waters of infighting within the Libertarian Party, exploring its histo…

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In this compelling episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, hosts Jason and Matt welcome back Adam Eisenberg, a former member of Alpha Company, 3rd US Infantry, who was among the first on the scene at the Pentagon on 9/11. An expert in Pratt & Whitney plane engine parts, Eisenberg shares his firsthand observations that day, noting the conspicuo…

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In this gripping episode, Jason and Matt welcome back Gavin Nascimento for his 8th appearance on the Free Thought Project podcast. Diving deep into his latest book, "A History of Elitism, World Government, and Population Control," and beyond, Gavin offers an expansive look into how the ruling elite manipulate global affairs, with a special focus on…

Join Jason and Matt on the Free Thought Project Podcast as they engage in a captivating conversation with the insightful Martha Bueno. Former Vice-Chair of the Libertarian Party of Miami-Dade County, a dedicated mother, and an innovative entrepreneur, Martha brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. In this episode, we explore the h…

HoosLeft #27: Rad Grads Guest: Zara Anwarzai, Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition Organizing Coordinator Subscribe at https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com https://indianagradworkers.org https://www.salon.com/2014/07/05/ronald_reagan_stuck_it_to_millennials_a_college_debt_history_lesson_no_one_tells/ https://www.browndailyherald.com/article/2022/10/…

In this compelling episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt welcome Karl Wuckert, a stalwart advocate for liberty, founder of "The Liberated Man," and "Sovereign Society," and a voice for militant peaceful activism. Drawing on his experience as part of a militia and as an anarcho-capitalist, Karl offers a rare insight into the wo…

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In this compelling episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Matt are joined by hip hop artist and truth seeker, Blooded the Brave, also known as Kyle Reese. Reese has been a standout figure in the hip hop community, advocating for truth and hope through his powerful lyrics for nearly 2 decades. Today, we delve deep into the underlying…

HoosLeft #25: Blazing Trails Guest: Veronica Pejril Subscribe at https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com https://www.veronicaforindiana.com/ https://www.bannergraphic.com/story/2658961.html https://mypcrc.org/ https://www.indianayouthgroup.org/ https://tigernet2.princeton.edu/topics/3754 https://www.mainstreetgc.org/ https://www.facebook.com/FullerCe…

HoosLeft #24: Madam Governor vs. Madman Governor Guest: Dr. Jennifer McCormick We’ll talk about her time in the classroom, in administration, AND in public office. I’ll ask about her positions on reproductive freedom, “woke” culture, legal weed, the US-Mexico border, China, policing, climate change, and the IEDC. We’ll talk GOTV strategy and I’ll p…

HoosLeft #23: Wrestling the Elephant Guest: Democratic candidate for Indiana House District 24, Josh Lowry. We’ll talk about his work as an attorney, his motivation to run for office, driving turnout, standing for what one really believes in, and… a little pro wrestling. Subscribe at https://scottaaronrogers.substack.com https://www.lowryforindiana…