The LCI Greenroom: Open & Unscripted

Reflecting on Trump's First Year: A Retrospective Analysis In this live episode from the LCI Greenroom, hosts Jacob Winograd and Cody Cook dissect the political landscape a year into Trump’s latest term. They revisit predictions made about Trump’s presidency, covering key areas such as foreign policy, immigration, economic policies, and the turbulent political atmosphere. They reflect on their own...

In this episode of the LCI Greenroom , Doug Stuart and Jacob Winograd sit down with James Lindsay to explore whether the West — and Israel by extension — can escape what Lindsay calls the “trap of catharsis.” Drawing from his recent essay Civilization vs. Catharsis , James explains how our culture has replaced reason and moral responsibility with emotional release — a worldview that seeks justice...

How do we know what’s true in the age of digital media warfare? Tonight on the LCI Greenroom, we’re diving deep into the world of propaganda, psyops, and narrative control — and how easily our confirmation bias can be manipulated. I’ll be joined by two guests for this important conversation: returning guest Mark Puls of the Knocked Conscious Podcast and Jason of the Drop the Mask Podcast. Together...

Tonight, I’m joined by my friend Jeremiah Harding to respond to a recent smear from a self-proclaimed “libertarian nationalist” who openly flirts with Nazi symbolism and rhetoric. This individual accused me and Dave Smith of being “leftists” and “anti-West” — and we’re going to break down exactly why that claim is ridiculous. We’ll examine the arguments, the political philosophy behind them, and t...

In this special Libertarian Christian Institute livestream, Jacob Winograd moderates a spirited discussion between Cody Cook (cohost of the Libertarian Christian Podcast) and Alex Bernardo (host of the Protestant Libertarian Podcast). The question: Is libertarianism fundamentally left-wing or right-wing? Cody makes the case that libertarianism’s philosophical and historical roots are on the left,...

In this episode of the LCI Green Room, host Jacob Winograd converses with Alex Bernardo of the Protestant Libertarian Podcast on the nuanced approaches to reading and interpreting the Bible. They examine the balance between historical-critical methods and systematic theology, discussing how Christians can navigate scripture across various traditions. Specific examples like Romans 13 and the parabl...

In this episode of the Biblical Anarchy Podcast, Jacob Winograd delves into the complex interplay between Christian cultural engagement and political theory within a reformed theological framework. Joined by Gregory Baus from the Reformed Libertarians podcast, they tackle the intricate doctrines of common and special grace, eschatology, and the two kingdoms' perspective, while challenging the misu...

Is the real power within us—or above us? Can we fight for liberty while also surrendering to the true King? In this raw, deeply personal conversation, Spike Cohen returns to the LCI Greenroom to explore the question behind the movement he helped create: Are we the power… or is Christ the King? Since publicly sharing his return to the Christian faith, Spike has been reflecting on how liberty, activ...

In this episode of the LCI Greenroom, host Jacob Winnegrad engages in a deep discussion with Steven Michaela, the recently appointed chair of the Libertarian National Committee. They delve into the frustrations of the America First Coalition and MAGA supporters as they observe unexpected military engagements under the Trump administration, despite his initial mandate for a more isolationist approa...

Jacob Winograd sits down live in the LCI Greenroom with Dr. Norman Horn to unpack the recent social-media showdown between Elon Musk and former President Trump—and what it reveals about the looming national debt crisis. They trace Elon’s frustrations over the “big beautiful bill,” discuss Trump’s role in keeping the Epstein client list under wraps, and explore how both figures illustrate the broke...

In this episode of the LCI Greenroom, Jacob Winograd hosts Austin Padgett for a deep dive into the ongoing coalition efforts between libertarians and the MAGA/MAHA movements. They explore the tension between staying principled and pursuing political pragmatism, particularly in the context of supporting Donald Trump as a strategic move. The discussion covers the emotional and philosophical struggle...

In this episode, Jacob is joined by Jeremiah Harding for an unfiltered conversation about Donald Trump's alarming shift toward authoritarianism. They discuss how Trump's record on war, foreign policy, surveillance, and civil liberties has deeply betrayed the liberty movement. Both reflect on the false promises of Trump’s outsider image, the reality of his policies, and how many libertarians, inclu...

In this live conversation, Jacob is joined by Martha Bueno — a Cuban-American libertarian activist, communicator, and former Vice Chair of the Libertarian Party of Miami-Dade — for a deep and wide-ranging discussion on how we can actually advance liberty in our culture, our politics, and our homes. We’ll reflect on the incredible moment earlier this year when Ross Ulbricht was finally freed , and...

In this episode of LCI Greenroom: Open and Unscripted, host Jacob Winograd welcomes EconBro, a Nigerian minister and Austrian economist, to discuss the intersections of Austrian economics and Christianity. They explore the foundational principles of Austrian economics, its focus on individual human action, and its contrast with collectivist economic models. EconBro shares his journey into Austrian...

In this episode of LCI Greenroom: Open and Unscripted, host Jacob Winograd is joined by Norman Horn and Cody Cook to explore whether libertarians have cause for optimism about recent political developments. The panel examines Donald Trump’s promises, including his pivotal role in freeing Ross Ulbricht, and debates whether his broader track record warranted support this past election, as well as an...

In this special episode of LCI Greenroom: Open and Unscripted, host Jacob Winograd sits down with Cody Cook, the newest cohost of the Libertarian Christian Podcast. Join us as we explore Cody's background, his journey to libertarianism, and his perspective on the intersection of faith and liberty. This informal interview will give listeners a chance to get to know Cody, his vision for the podcast,...

In this episode of the LCI Green Room , Jacob Winograd, alongside Sean and Mark, continues week two of the Provoked Book Club, diving into Scott Horton’s meticulously detailed book on U.S. foreign policy. Joined by guest Kyle Anzalone, the discussion focuses on the devastating consequences of American-led foreign interventionism, specifically its role in shaping post-Cold War Russia and NATO expan...

In this inaugural episode of the Biblical Anarchy Podcast's book club series on Scott Horton's "Provoked: How Washington Started the New Cold War with Russia and the Catastrophe in Ukraine," host Jacob Winograd, along with guests Sean Collins and Mark Puls, dissect the U.S. foreign policy maneuvers following the Soviet Union's collapse. The discussion focuses on the Bush administration's overarchi...

In this special announcement episode of the Biblical Anarchy Podcast, host Jacob Winograd is joined by guests Mark Puls and Sean Collins to introduce an exciting new project: a weekly book discussion series centered around Scott Horton's latest book "Provoked." The series aims to delve into U.S. post-Cold War foreign policy, NATO expansion, and key conflicts such as Bosnia under George H. W. Bush,...

In this episode of LCI Greenroom: Open and Unscripted , host Jacob Winograd sits down with Clint Russell, host of Liberty Lockdown , to discuss the recent Rescue the Republic and Rage Against the War Machine rallies held in Washington, DC. Clint shares his firsthand experience as a speaker at both events, reflecting on the turnout, the significance of coalition-building across political lines, and...

In this episode of the LCI Greenroom , Jacob Winograd hosts a debate between Skot Sheller and Jeremiah Harding on the controversial libertarian figure, Javier Milei. Skot, a proponent of Milei, highlights the Argentinian president’s efforts to cut inflation, deregulate the economy, and reduce crime. He views Milei as a libertarian reformer who is leading Argentina out of economic turmoil caused by...

In this episode of LCI Greenroom , host Jacob Winograd is joined by guests Dave Casey and Alex Bernardo to engage in a lively discussion about the upcoming presidential election and the libertarian approach to voting. With November fast approaching, libertarians are faced with a critical choice: whether to back Libertarian Party nominee Chase Oliver or throw their support behind Donald Trump. The...

In this lively and unscripted episode of the LCI Greenroom, Doug Stuart welcomes back Jacob Winograd after his 30-day break from social media. The discussion revolves around Jacob's experience of disconnecting from the digital world, his reasons for taking the break, and the challenges he faced while adjusting to life offline, especially with the arrival of his fifth child. The conversation also t...

In this episode of the Biblical Anarchy Podcast, host Jacob Winograd is joined by guest Stephen Wolfe, an author and political philosopher known for his work on Christian nationalism and reformed political theology. Wolfe discusses the concepts from his book, "The Case for Christian Nationalism," exploring how Christian values can inform political and social structures. The conversation delves int...

Objectivism vs. Christianity: Comparing Different Foundations for a Libertarian Society In this engaging episode of the Biblical Anarchy Podcast, host Jacob Winograd and guest Michael Leibowitz dive into a profound discussion comparing Objectivism and Christianity as foundations for a libertarian and capitalist society. The conversation explores whether faith is in conflict with reason or can be s...