I feel like a lot of you do: Politically homeless. Spiritually thirsty. Financially and relationally fragile. Life in the mid-21st century has left many of us feeling lost and yearning for belonging. You're not alone. To make sense of our moment, I talk with writers, historians, educators, innovators, friends, and family about current events, political philosophy, history, family, and faith to strive for change — within ourselves, our communities, and our nation. I examine news and culture f ...
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At Podcasting and Platforms, we help you turn your passions into podcasts that build relationships. We tackle three problems on the show: 1. The struggle to get to episode one 2. How to get past the 9-month slump once you've started. 3. The overthinking and loneliness of content creation. We solve it by exploring the tools, techniques, and strategies you need to craft compelling shows that create meaningful culture around your niche by changing the metric of podcasting success from downloads ...
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G-Splash: Pop Culture Podcast
Bradlee Baxter & Chris "Bucky" Watts, Chris "Bucky" Watts, Bradlee Baxter
G-Splash is the dopest podcast on Earth... We talk comic books, movies, tech, theme parks, wizardry, gadgets, art, tv shows, all things pop culture.
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Why Can't Third Parties Win? With Rob Kendall on WIBC
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Rob Kendall invited me on his radio show 'Kendall & Casey' on WIBC in Indianapolis to discuss Robert Kennedy Jr. leaving the race while asking "Why can't third parties win." Check out his show here: https://wibc.com/kendall-and-casey/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy We Are Libertarians
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Trump Picks Democrats to Fill Out His Administration? And What Does Harris Actually Believe?
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Donald Trump has selected two Democrats to run his transition team. What does that mean for his potential administration? And Kamala Harris keeps changing her mind on big issues between 2020 and now without explanation. Plus, what is the actual solution to all of this? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Barack Obama Lectures Democrats Using a Better Vision of Politics
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Barack Obama gave a surprising speech at the Democratic National Convention where he took his own party to task over identity politics, and shared a better vision for American politics. Rhinehold, Hodey Johns, and I listen to it and share our thoughts. Video - https://www.youtube.com/live/0ileU6zLM_k?si=LDD8WTS5jrvlnjP_ Do you have comments or ques…
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Robert Kennedy Jr. Drops Out of the Presidential Race
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Robert Kennedy Jr. has dropped out of the Presidential race, and in his exit speech, he gave a scathing indictment of the Democratic Party and the Mainstream media that was worth hearing. Rhinehold, Hodey Johns, and I listen to it and explain why the two-party system has a stranglehold on our country. Video - https://www.youtube.com/live/0ileU6zLM_…
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What is the Character Of America According to the DNC Convention?
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I listened to the speeches from the RNC convention today and compared them to the messages of the DNC convention. I analyzed Michelle Obama's speech to summarize the main arguments about America according to Democrats. To hear my take on the RNC, join us on Patreon or Substack. Join Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians Join Subst…
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Does Donald Trump Want to Win This Election? Appearance on Good Morning Liberty
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The Good Morning Liberty podcast was nice enough to have me on to discuss Trump's troubled campaign. It is important to document now how Trump is running a poor campaign, because if he loses, half of the country will forget what I outline in this episode in exchange for a narrative that protects his ego. Subscribe to their show here: https://www.go…
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Spangle on the HarderBrunch Podcast: Working in Comedy, Podcasting, and Politics
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Originally aired on the HarderBrunch Podcast on June 24, 2024. Video - https://youtu.be/wGiOM0lWhWk?si=mLEpmlNLyoMiKsJp On this episode of the Harder Brunch Podcast, we talk with Podcast Producer Chris Spangle (@cspangle) about working at the Bob and Tom Show, being a celebrity judge, and egg nog… Welcome to the Harder Brunch Podcast, where we blen…
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Joe Biden has dropped out of the Presidential race, which clears a path for Vice President Kamala Harris to run against Republican Donald Trump. We discuss how Biden decided and what happens next at the DNC convention. Video - https://youtu.be/KsPbwpHRQrM Kamala Harris's Record - https://www.chrisspangle.com/p/452-kamala-harriss-record How Biden De…
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From 8-16-2020 Chris Spangle and Rhinehold discuss the rise and prosecutorial record of Sen. Kamala Harris, who is now the presumptive nominee for Vice President on the Democratic ticket. Time Stamps: 00:12:30 - Harris' Background and Rise to Prominence 00:33:56 - Harris' Record as Prosecutor 00:54:00 - Ethical Problems As a Prosecutor 01:16:36 - W…
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Trump Survives Assassination Attempt, Biden May Drop Out
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Chris and Rinehold discuss the chaotic and rapidly changing political landscape. Topics include Biden's potential drop out of the race, the recent assassination attempt on Trump, the implications of Chevron deference being overturned, and the constant pressure to keep up with current political events. Chris shares personal challenges amid this chao…
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David Boaz of the Cato Institute on the Rule of Law
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Sadly, David Boaz of the Cato Institute passed away this past week. We were honored to speak to Boaz shortly after January 6th in 2021. David Boaz is the executive vice president of the Cato Institute and has played a key role in the development of the Cato Institute and the libertarian movement. He is the author of The Libertarian Mind: A Manifest…
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Exploring Faith, Family, Poetry and Philosophy with Leslie Corbly
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Leslie Corbly is an independent writer who joins Chris Spangle to discuss her work as a Christian libertarian writer using themes to critique progressive ideologies through poetry. They delve into her latest collection, 'Silent Suffering: Poems of Pain and Purpose,' while exploring themes such as pain, love, and hypocrisy in modern culture. Additio…
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How Much Is Too Much When It Comes to Social Media Promotion?
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Social media is a great way to promote a podcast, but creating more content and posting it to multiple platforms can be exhausting. What platforms are working for podcasters? Chris Spangle and guest Brandon Peters answer this, along with a question from Aaron, who wants to start a podcast but isn't sure what he should start on. Learn more about you…
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David Boaz of the Cato Institute on Three Principles of Libertarianism
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Sadly, David Boaz of the Cato Institute passed away this past week. No one shaped my view of libertarianism more than Boaz through his writing and speeches. Here, he speaks on the Three Principles of Libertarianism. This was recorded at Student's For Liberty's LibertyCon 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Breaking Down Trump's Legal Battle and Conviction in New York with Attorney Abdul-Hakim Shabazz
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Chris Spangle and Rhinehold welcome attorney and commentator Abdul-Hakim Shabazz to discuss if Donald Trump deserved to be tried, if he will go to jail, and if he will be re-elected. They explore how Trump's legal team handled the situation, the intricacies of falsifying business records charges, and the potential implications for Trump's political…
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Inside the Libertarian Party Convention : Trump, Infighting, and Chase Oliver's Campaign
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Chris Spangle and a panel of guests delve into the latest Libertarian Party convention, discussing Donald Trump's controversial speech, Chase Oliver's nomination as presidential candidate, and the party's internal dynamics. They explore ideological shifts from the Ron Paul Revolution to current conservative tendencies, including Angela McArdle's re…
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Replay: Chase Oliver, Now the Candidate For President On The Libertarian Party Ticket
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From January 2023: Chase Oliver turned in a strong performance in the US Senate race in Georgia in 2022 and captured the attention of international media and libertarians. He's now thinking of turning that momentum into a presidential run on the Libertarian Ticket by launching an exploratory committee. He joins me to discuss his background, why he …
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Shaping the Future: Liberty, Politics, and Power with Andy Horning
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We cover a spectrum of issues such as Libertarian Party strategies, global political trends, the encroachment of digital currency control, economic policies, and even the potential societal collapse! That's what happens when we check in with our fin Andy Horning. We discuss the necessity for substantial change within American politics, skepticism t…
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Donald Trump is speaking at the LP Convention? Huh?
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Donald Trump is speaking at the LP Convention? Why? Video - https://youtube.com/live/z7yK5Eyp8qU Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Faceb…
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Using Video Podcasting to Connect a Community with No Dishes: Bloomington
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Thanks to Indiana University and the beautiful landscape, Bloomington is a destination city. Where are the good spots to eat when visiting for a game or hike? No Dishes: Bloomington uses video and audio podcasting to connect the culinary community within the city while also showing off culinary delights to outsiders. Host Jordan Davis and producer …
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What is the Most Common Face of Sex Trafficking in Our Communities, and How Can We Prevent It? With Mark Steenbarger
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What do you think of when you hear the words sex trafficking? Maybe your mind goes to 2012 in Uganda when the warlord Joseph Kony kidnapped tens of thousands of girls or the daring rescues of Tim Ballard shown in Sound of Freedom. Now, the words "sex trafficking" are being associated with Puff Daddy. These accounts of the suffering of women and men…
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What Happens When a Public School Models Itself on Homeschooling Principles? On Purdue Polytechnic High School
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Purdue Polytechnic High School is a revolutionary model of learning that promotes student interest-guided, project-based education. I am joined by Drew Gooden, a coach from the school, and Mark Boykin, a sophomore student. They provide insights into the school's operations, teaching methods, and successful outcomes of the school launched by the fam…
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Building Friendships Through Podcasting: The HarderBrunch Story
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Dyke Michaels and Zach Rohn of HarderBrunch are my guests, discussing the unique blend of comedy, food, and community their show offers. They started recording on a cell phone and have grown into hosting themed events and a summer camp by embodying passion and hospitality in podcasting. The conversation covers the challenges and rewards of podcast …
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Abolitionist Founding Father John Rankin's Courage To Speak the Truth with Caleb Franz
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Caleb Franz is the host of Profiles in Liberty and author of "The Conductor: The Story of Rev. John Rankin, Abolitionism's Essential Founding Father," and he joins us to discuss Rankin's Presbyterian upbringing in the South, his passionate opposition to slavery, and the influential letters he wrote to his brother, which sparked a broader public dis…
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What Happens When Crime Overtakes Your Neighborhood? Joe Garrison Explains How He Fought Back
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For years on this program, we've said that the best way to make change in our area is through something other than government action or even through starting a business... It is through a voluntary organization like a nonprofit. After a friend was killed in his neighborhood, Joe Garrison and a few other neighbors formed the North Shadeland Alliance…
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We Found Good Things In the Libertarian Party
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Harry Price and I went to the Libertarian Party of Indiana's convention this weekend, and we were skeptical we'd find anything good happening there, considering how disappointing the LP appears to be online. We were surprised by the elected officials, party organizers, and candidates we talked to, and I think you will be as well. Take a peak at som…
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Live: What is the Future of Podcasting? In Person and Local
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Join us for the first live and in-person episode of Podcasting and Platforms as we explore the future of podcasting: connecting people locally and in person. Our guest is Jeremiah Morrell of the Boss Hog of Liberty, who serves the community of New Castle with his show and shared his lessons on building a thriving local audience. The next generation…
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