Leon Brathwaite

Knuckleheads Of Liberty

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Jason, Leon and Tim discuss current events from a small (l) libertarian perspective. Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness ... Always!

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Leon Brathwaite

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Latest episode

May 23, 2026

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Episodes

California Waste and the Cult of Wokeness 10.12.2025

A libertarian perspective on various contemporary issues. The hosts engage in an extensive discussion centered on the California budget crisis, criticizing the state's liberal policies—such as high spending, taxation, and subsidies—which they argue lead to massive debt and mismanagement, citing examples like the high-speed rail and a failed 911 system overhaul. Additionally, the conversation s...

Government Folly: Fraud, Debt, and the Nanny State 10.12.2025

libertarian critiques of contemporary American political issues. A central point of discussion revolves around immigration and the welfare state, where the hosts argue that the availability of benefits, exacerbated by political corruption, creates massive problems, citing an investigation into welfare fraud in Minnesota that allegedly diverted funds to the terrorist organization al-Shabaab. The sp...

SNAP Showdown, Prop 50 Power Play & NBA Scandal. Is Liberty on the Line? 14.11.2025

Key topics include a post-election analysis focusing on Democratic gains, particularly the victory of a socialist in the New York City mayoral race and the controversial passing of California's Proposition 50, which concerns redistricting. The hosts also scrutinize instances of government overreach and lack of transparency, citing the costly, non-transparent renovations of the California Capit...

🪱Adam Smith, Government Spending, and Dependency 12.11.2025

Hosts Jason and Leon, who discuss several political and economic issues from a libertarian perspective. The conversation begins with an Adam Smith quote about government's ability to drain money from people and quickly shifts to a critical analysis of the ongoing government shutdown and its impact on programs like SNAP (food assistance), arguing that such dependency programs are immoral and harmfu...

Liberty, Debt, and Government Shutdowns 10.11.2025

Featuring hosts Jason McPhee, Leon Brathwaite, and Tim Evart discussing current events through a libertarian lens. The discussion centers on various topics, including the ongoing, historically long government shutdown, the rapid increase in the national debt and associated dependency issues, California Governor Gavin Newsome signing a bill concerning anti-Semitism in schools, and the controversial...

Immigration Roundup Shakeup at CBS Don Lemon Gets Schooled 20.10.2025

Is Trump Immigration Enforcement on Thin ICE? Risk from Illegals Looming Large on the Road Corruption and Incompetence as Biden DOJ Targets Tom Homan

Knuckleheads Interview Alexander Vasquez & People's Power to Recall 20.10.2025

Interview Alexander Vasquez, People's Power to Recall, SF Speed Camera Bonanza, Katie Porter Trigger by Trump Question

Freedom of Speech and Association in the Marketplace of Ideas 20.09.2025

The Knuckleheads discuss the principles of freedom of speech and freedom of association in the context of recent events, particularly the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The conversation explores the consequences of speech, focusing on how private employers and the "marketplace of ideas" can impose consequences, such as firing employees for controversial online comme...

Remembering Charlie Kirk: Liberty, Crime, and Property Rights 15.09.2025

Jason and Leon express sorrow over the assassination of Charlie Kirk at a university, highlighting his advocacy for free speech and challenging prevailing ideologies on college campuses. They also scrutinize a recent murder on a train in Charlotte, attributing the tragedy and the justice system's failures to misguided progressive policies and a culture of entitlement. Finally, the podcast touc...

Breaking the Norms of the Political Process 02.09.2025

Breaking the Norms of the Political Process

Controlling the Narratives of the Present and Past 25.08.2025

Topics: Who Controls the Narrative Will the NYTimes and WaPo have Russia Gate Pulitzers Stripped? Trump Orders Smithsonian to Change Displays Trump Fires the Messengers KNP: Trump Pressures the Fed

AI Liberty Challenges 25.08.2025

Topics: AI Liberty Challenges How Valuable are Degrees in an Age of AI? The Future of IP in an Age of AI Is AI Generated Child Porn Free Speech or a Crime? KNP: Will AI Be Allowed to Speak for the Dead?

Woke Ideology's Impact on Institutions and Society 25.08.2025

Why the Hate for Asians at UC Admissions? Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Being Investigated for Racial Bias in Hiring Furor Over Sidney Sweeney’s Jeans KNP: CNN Doesn’t Know What White is?

The Fall of Establishment Media 25.08.2025

Topics: The Fall of Establishment Media All Things Considered… Except Political Bias at NPR/PBS The Day the Laughter Died on Late Night Comedy KNP: Front Runner in NY Mayoral Contest Wants Government Grocery Stores Liberty Quote: “Repeat a lie often enough and it becomes the truth.”

Knuckleheads of Liberty: Law, Liberty, and LA Mayhem 25.08.2025

The Knuckleheads discuss various topics through a libertarian lens. The initial segment focuses on the economic consequences of government intervention, using a quote from Thomas Sowell to highlight the unintended negative outcomes of well-intentioned policies. This discussion then transitions to a specific case involving a Utah doctor whose COVID-era charges for providing fake vaccine cards were...

Epstein's Missing Files & The Deep State: Plus Planned Parenthood 13.07.2025

The episode begins by discussing the Jeffrey Epstein "cover-up," highlighting skepticism around the official narrative of his death and the disappearance of client lists, with panelists suggesting a systemic effort to conceal information potentially implicating powerful individuals. They then pivot to the federal court's temporary block on defunding Planned Parenthood

Mike ter Maat on Leaving the LP and Joining the Republican Liberty Caucus 06.07.2025

Mike ter Maat, a former Libertarian Party vice-presidential candidate, discussing his transition to the Republican Liberty Caucus. The conversation explores his reasons for this move, including his belief that the Republican Party offers a more effective platform for enacting change in the current two-party system.

The "12-Day War" That Won't End! Iran, Debt, & The View's Outlandish Claims 27.06.2025

Welcome to the Knuckleheads of Liberty podcast for June 24th, 2025! Join host Jason McI, Leon the Word Breathweight, and Tim Ever, the Screaming Eagle of Freedom, as they delve into the recent war between Iraq and Israel, and the surprising new involvement of the US. The show kicks off with a poignant quote from Machiavelli: "Wars begin when you will but they do not end when you please," setting t...

The Lie of 'Peaceful' Protests: Violence, Big Government & Liberty 21.06.2025

Join the Knuckleheads of Liberty podcast (June 18th, 2025) as they delve into the complexities of violence and peaceful protesting. This episode covers the recent political assassination in Minnesota, the escalating impact of big government on individual liberties, and concerns about the selective enforcement of laws. The discussion explores what constitutes peaceful protesting, examining incident...

LA on Fire? Riots, Immigration Chaos & The Incompetence of Violence 14.06.2025

Join the "Knuckleheads of Liberty" (June 11, 2025) as hosts Jason Mc, Tim Ever, and Leon Brathwaite dissect the escalating LA riots. They explore how "decades of bad immigration policy" and government "incompetence" have contributed to the current unrest, drawing parallels with Isaac Asimov's quote, "Violence is the last refuge of the incompetent"

The Knuckleheads Interview Adrian Malagon 08.06.2025

The Knuckleheads interview Adrian Malagon, chair of the California Libertarian Party. The discussion covers various issues impacting California, particularly focusing on government overreach and its negative consequences. Topics include the potential exodus of oil refineries due to regulations, the absurdity of new progressive parking fines, and the Libertarian Party's efforts to gain influenc...

The Knuckleheads Interview Steven Nekhaila 31.05.2025

The Knuckleheads The Knuckleheads interview with Steven Nekhaila, the recently elected chair of the Libertarian National Committee. The discussion covers the Libertarian Party's philosophy and strategies, including their efforts to gain ballot access and overcome challenges posed by the two major parties. The hosts and Nekhaila analyze the current state of the U.S., highlighting concerns about...

Walter Horsting on California High Speed Rail 09.05.2025

The Knuckleheads interview Walter Horsting on California High Speed Rail. www. KnuckleheadsOfLiberty.com

Knuckleheads Of Liberty At Freedom Fest 03.05.2025

An overview of the Freedom Fest conference, highlighting its purpose as a gathering for individuals and organizations dedicated to liberty principles from across the United States and globally. It features excerpts from interviews with representatives from various groups present at the event, including Reason Magazine, discussing their focus on issues like free speech and education reform, the Fre...

Larry Sand On Ending the Department of Education and other Education Updates 02.05.2025

featuring former teacher Larry Sand, discusses the current state of education in the United States, specifically focusing on potential changes under the Trump administration. They examine the proposed dismantling of the Department of Education, evaluating its potential impact and the likelihood of its success. The conversation also explores the growing movement for school choice and its benefits,...

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