The Chris Spangle Show

Austin Peterson invited me on to discuss his new favorite politician, Vivek Ramaswamy. I have no favorite politicians, so I wanted to share why I like and dislike, as well as distrust, the promises of Vivek Ramaswamy from a libertarian point of view. Video - https://www.youtube.com/live/vaNoZNPYefE?si=LfBOsyws-gy1jdDS This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers o...

I recently attended a talkshop by historian Dan Miller on five past Presidential elections that could inform the contest in 2024. I sat down with him to discuss parts of this fascinating presentation. Visit Dan's website - https://historicalsolutions.com/ Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/TlaNaGBl4Jw This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get a...

Alexander Salter writes in his book "The Spirit of ’76," "Libertarianism is a rational reconstruction of America's founding principles." He joins me to discuss how libertarianism continues the American revolution toward liberty and dignity for all. The Spirit of ’76: Libertarianism and American Renewal - https://amzn.to/3QGrk7s   Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/nYrbk7PrZeI    Join our...

We all know this debate probably didn't matter as the country hurdles toward another Biden-Trump election. Still, eight candidates met on the stage to argue, debate policy, and needle each other. I decided to walk through the debate to highlight how this event speaks to politics in 2023. https://www.foxnews.com/video/6335464873112 Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content and o...

Max Borders is the author of the new book "Underthrow: How Jefferson's Dangerous Idea Will Spark a New Revolution." We discuss renewing the Jeffersonian principles of decentralization and limited government in America through a new model of constitutionalism.  Max is putting his money where his mouth is, to the tune of $25,000 for the team that writes a new Constitution of Consent. The Constitutio...

Not having regular family meals can lead to increased substance abuse, unwanted pregnancies, depression, obesity, and lower academic standards. Reverend Leo Patalinghug, a Catholic priest who founded the Plating Grace Mission and the Table Foundation, and Dr. Michael Foley, a professor of theology at Baylor University and author of over 14 books, including "Dining With the Saints" join me to discu...

Chris Spangle and Harry Price revamp the WAL format with their first reaction video... about reaction videos. When is it fair to use someone else's content, and how? What are some new ethical principles streamers and content creators should use when taking copywritten material to create something new? We weigh in.  XQC And I Had a Big Fight... And He's In The Wrong... Join our Patreon now for comm...

I was on a road trip and dropped in on my friend Kris Bex. He is one of the most well-read libertarians I know, and I wanted to ask him, "How does someone discover their own first principles?" It's been my experience through reading and learning history that I feel less manipulated, and therefore less anxious, about the world today than many of my friends sitting on social media. Kris gives his pe...

Emily Schroen talks about her experience working with refugees and displaced Ukranians in Poland with Americans for Ukraine, US-based nonprofit supporting refugees. The discussion covers the challenges faced by refugees in Ukraine, the impact of the conflict on the country, and the difficulties faced by Poland in accommodating the influx of refugees. We also touch upon the crisis in North Korea an...

Hannah Frankman of rebelEducator (soon to be School By Design) joins to discuss the history of education in America. How did we end up with one design for education in a country where fifty bags of chips or ten soda can be chosen at a grocery store? Hannah breaks down what let to the centralization of education, how one can make a different choice and explains what options already exist for parent...

Andrew Horning is the person that most influenced my thinking towards libertarianism, and on July 4th, we discussed the American experiment and his new book "Relighting the Torch." Relighting the Torch - https://amzn.to/3O0llZl ($3.99!) Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/14FGxOyl8kt Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content and our complete archives - https://www.patr...

Robert Delahunty is the author of the new book "The Politically Incorrect Guide to the Supreme Court," and he joins me to discuss how the Supreme Court works and how it got there. He defines originalism, explains why the Supreme Court ended up with so much power, why the Dobbs decision was legally correct, and shares his opinion on Justice Alito accepting gifts from powerful billionaires. The Poli...

In a sleep-deprived, emotional conversation with you, I give the background of the birth of my new son. I wanted to share some of the changes over the last few years that led to this great moment. Photos - https://www.facebook.com/chris.spangle/posts/pfbid0qbmwqULEAe3Qr4dM9tXwmFbQG4Q4YFjTMtQmb69vdAJ9wye8ui1YRyXzDaTu3Fq8l This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscriber...

For decades, Americans have looked at China as a reliable business partner and a friendly nation. That notion is eroding quickly, and Colonel Grant Newsham says Americans must view China as a threat in his new book "When China Attacks: A Warning to America." Colonel Grant Newsham, a retired U.S. Marine, served in the Indo-Pacific for decades, including in intelligence and liaison roles, and was in...

Russia and China have made it clear that they are competitors at best, and adversaries at worse. Friendshoring is a peaceful solution to countering their growth. Benjamin Khoshbin joins me to explain the concept.  Benjamin Khoshbin is a contributor to Young Voices and a senior account executive at ROKK Solutions, a bipartisan public affairs firm in Washington, D.C.  Why ‘Friendshoring’ Is Key to C...

The Thursday before the Indy 500 is media day, and the BOB & TOM Show is invited out to interview the field. These are the interviews I did, but search for the Bob and Tom free podcast to hear all of the interviews with Tom, actor Drew Powell, myself, and over 20 other drivers. Check out the Bob and Tom YouTube channel for videos. I am a huge Indy 500 fan, and if you're not, I would ask, "Why not?...

A funny thing happened on the road to serfdom: while setting out to uncharitably critique libertarians, constitutional law professor Andrew Koppelman ended up being persuaded by F.A. Hayek on the importance of free markets. Still, he has some blistering critiques for other libertarian thinkers, and I've invited him on to discuss his new book "Burning Down the House: How Libertarian Philosophy Was...

Our friend Bruce Carlson of My History Can Beat Up Your Politics is back to discuss the fall of the USSR and how that led to the rise of Putin.  Listen to his podcast in any app or at https://myhistorycanbeatupyourpolitics.wordpress.com * Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/ZacgiAW8X0o Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content and our complete archives - https://www.pa...

A new ATF rule reclassifies firearms equipped with pistol braces as short-barreled rifles, implying that brace owners are looking at felony criminal charges if they are not registered with the ATF. It also imposes increased taxation on firearms and accessories equipped with these braces. Parker McCumber, an OEF veteran, joins me to explain how this hits disabled veterans the hardest.  The pistol b...

Chris Spangle discusses the common concern of whether it's too late to start a podcast, how to get the first 100 listeners, and how to find a good co-host. He shares statistics on podcast growth, active podcasts, and the saturation of different niches. Comparing podcasting to other media platforms, Chris highlights the potential for growth in the industry and encourages listeners to dive in. He al...

Chris Spangle joins Austin Petersen on his Wake Up America Show to discuss Matt Walsh being hacked, which leads to a discussion on the importance of principles in criticizing culture and politics. Follow his show here: https://www.youtube.com/@AP4Liberty Video - https://www.youtube.com/live/lrEFB-_BorE Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content and our complete archives - https:...

Donald Trump was arrested. Democrats have been trying to put him behind bars. Republicans think it is a witch hunt. Harry, Rhinehold, and I break down the details of the charges against him and debate whether he committed a felony or not. Video - https://www.youtube.com/live/Fu7IBernhKA Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.co...

Jeremiah Ludwig, an independent housing policy researcher based in Washington DC, joins me to discuss how housing is becoming less affordable in cities due to supply shortages caused by strict zoning policies, and how this affects not just low-income families, but also middle-class families.  We also explore strategies for addressing the issue, such as upzoning, which has been successful in Califo...

James Czerniawski joins me to discuss two recent Supreme Court cases, Gonzalez v. Google and Twitter v. Tamana, which have implications for free speech on the internet and Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. Section 230 is a law that protects websites from liability for third-party content.  Chenowski, a policy analyst, explains that repealing or reforming Section 230 could significantl...

Ted Green is a director, producer, and writer who fell in love with the art of storytelling through film and has made several documentaries, many of them about sports, but also focusing on people and events that celebrate the triumph of the human spirit. His newest film, "The Best We've Got: The Carl Erskine Story," is about Carl Erskine, a baseball player who played a seminal role in two of the g...