We Are Libertarians
A group of libertarians discuss politics with irreverence, aiming to help listeners sound smarter when talking to friends. The podcast covers modern political topics from a libertarian perspective.
Episodes
Trump's Reflecting Pool Fiasco Exposes His Pattern of Leadership Failures
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool became the perfect case study in how the Trump administration operates: rushed decisions, ignored experts, a no-bid contract, a failed blue liner, algae blooms, and then arrests without charges. Chris Spangle, Harry Price, and Rhinehold break down the full timeline of the pool's history, from its 1923 completion and Obama-era $34 million structural rebuild to t
WAL: Trump bombs Iran, AI and Social Media: Trust Is Moving Closer to Home
Chris Spangle, Harry and Reinhold talk about when news breaks fast, like the U.S. bombing Iran, forcing them to toss their planned topics and react in real time. From there, they talk about news fatigue and attention whiplash, including how major developments can disappear from the public conversation and how hard it is to verify what is real online. They compare national coverage to alternative s
WAL: Snowpocalypse and ICE murders again in Minneapolis
Chris, Harry, and Rhinehold discuss the coming snowpocolypse and what motivates people to buy 8 gallons of milk as a response. While shooting the show, news breaks about a second killing by ICE in Minneapolis.
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We Are Libertarians Year-End Roundtable: Festivus Grievances, Indy Politics, PBS Cuts, and the AI Bubble
Chris Spangle is joined by Harry Price and Rhinehold for the final We Are Libertarians roundtable of 2025, recorded on the Saturday between Christmas and New Year’s. They trade Festivus-style grievances, talk life and workload, and debate Indianapolis development, public transit, and downtown design, including “no turn on red” frustrations and light rail. The conversation moves into NPR and PBS fu
History of Modern Politics is Back! An Update from Matt and Chris
Chris Spangle and Matt Wittlief reunite to bring back History of Modern Politics after a long hiatus. In this episode, they explain why the show is returning, how seasons two and three are already underway, and what listeners can expect as they continue tracing political thought from the Roman Republic to the American founding. Chris and Matt share behind-the-scenes updates on research, writing, e
The promise of a conservative Gen Z, cultural chaos, and the centralization of power in the executive branch
Join Chris Spangle, Harry Price, and Rhinehold for an unfiltered conversation exploring everything from tech “enshittification” and the work-from-home debate to the dangers of centralized government power. The trio examines how political and cultural tension mirror the post-COVID era, why Gen Z’s values echo past generations, and what the “success sequence” reveals about personal responsibility. C
Christian Nationalism, Free Expression, and the Future of Liberty
Chris Spangle, Harry Price, and Reinhold reunite for a new episode of We Are Libertarians. The hosts reintroduce themselves and reflect on the history of the show before diving into today’s big issues. They discuss the speed of the news cycle, public trust in media, right- and left-wing biases, and why local journalism still matters. The conversation also explores libertarian principles, cultural
Grill Pilled: Chris Spangle on Escaping Political Idolatry and Reclaiming Real Life
I was honored to (and surprised) to be asked as a guest on Jacob Winograd's show The LCI Green Room over at the Libertarian Christian Institute to talk about the “Grill Pill”—a mindset that’s all about stepping back from the chaos of national politics to focus on what really matters: faith, family, community, and yes, sometimes literally grilling. He and I unpack the emotional toll of constant pol
What is the future of Libertarianism in a Populist World?
We start out the show with a couple of personal announcements about my family and career, and then Harry Price, Rhinehold and I deal with the fact that it's hard to be a principled libertarian. First, there are some good things the government does at a local level. Secondly, the libertarian ideology is barely popular with libertarians. So I ask them, "what's the point?" Harry gives me a good answe
Trump Storms Back To Power With Big Majorities
It is finally over! Donald Trump won the presidency in one of the greatest political comebacks in American history. Why did Trump win, and why did Kamala Harris lose? We look at 2024's fear-based political messaging from both sides and the mental health crisis it caused, the economic frustrations across America, and the disillusionment of younger generations. We also look at the Libertarian Party'
The Fundamental Choice of the 2024 Election
Every election is billed as the most important election of our lifetime. Choosing Kamala Harris or Donald Trump will not end America, but it does present two fundamentally different paths of political ideology for voters. Harry Price, Rhinehold, Brian Wholgemuth, and I discuss the future presidencies of Harris or Trump and what will happen in the days after the election.
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Robert Kennedy Jr. Drops Out of the Presidential Race
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_k?si=LDD8WTS5jrvlnjP_
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Biden Is Out: What Comes Next?
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 Decided - https://www.politico.com/news/2024/07/
Trump Survives Assassination Attempt, Biden May Drop Out
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 chaos and reflects on U.S. politics' increasing uncert
Breaking Down Trump's Legal Battle and Conviction in New York with Attorney Abdul-Hakim Shabazz
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 future. Additionally, the conversation touches on
Inside the Libertarian Party Convention : Trump, Infighting, and Chase Oliver's Campaign
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 reelection as chair and Mark Rutherford's vice chair
Shaping the Future: Liberty, Politics, and Power with Andy Horning
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 towards incrementalism and the World Economic Foru
Donald Trump is speaking at the LP Convention? Huh?
Donald Trump is speaking at the LP Convention? Why?
Video - https://youtube.com/live/z7yK5Eyp8qU
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WAL: Trump vs. Biden Again? Really? And Debating if Trump Should Be Removed From the Ballot
Over a quarter of a billion humans live in the United States, and we really only have Trump and Biden as a choice? And does this choice represent something fundamentally new in American politics? Then we explain and debate Colorado's move to take Trump off of the ballot in the 2024 election.
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WAL Christmas Party Hosted by Boss Hog of Liberty
Enjoy the WAL Christmas Party. Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts, Zach Burcham produces the show. We pull together the network hosts for an unprogrammed night of fun. BET’s Chris Spangle, Harry Price of Low Key, and Brian Nichols of the Brian Nichols Show join us. We talk NFL, how pop culture between ages 8 and 16 forms us, and why does Harry call soda “tonic”? Five podcast hosts co
A Theory of the Kennedy Assassination
Today is the anniversary of the killing of John Kennedy in Dallas. While in Dallas a few years ago, I took a tour of Dealey Plaza with Robin Brown of JFK Custom Tours. It was so entertaining that I invited Robin to the show to lay out what he believes happened on November 22, 1963. We spend a great deal of time discussing the rise of defense contractors and the CIA in the early days of the Cold Wa
WAL Live! - Are We Headed for a Civil War?
Tune in as Chris Spangle, Harry Price, and Rhinehold react to a video chosen by Harry about the country slipping into Civil War.
Tim Pool video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdi4zX7ThNU&t
How would we slip into Civil War? - https://www.chrisspangle.com/p/notes-for-october-1-2020
Karl Rove on how much worse Americans have been divided in the past - https://ricochet.com/podcast/call-me-bac
The Firing of Speaker Of the House Kevin McCarthy
Wondering why Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy just got voted out of his role for the first time in American history? Rhinehold and I explain the basics.
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WAL Live: Stop Being a Helpless Baby!
What makes a trash human? Asking an expert friend about how to solve a basic problem instead of googling first. Somehow, this leads to why quantum mechanics tops the list of best inventions in the 20th century.
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Mutahar of SomeOrdinaryGamers vs XqC... What Are The Ethics of Using Other People's Content in the Internet Age?
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... https://www.youtube.com/watch
WAL Live! Is ChatGPT Going to Destroy College, Democracy, and Everything Else? Plus, the Chinese Spy Balloon
First, we tackle the Chinese spy balloon. What is it and where did it come from, and when do we go Red Dawn on it? Then we discuss ChatGPT. What are the implications for a tool that can write papers, pass exams, and write flawless code? We then discuss the tension of preserving what it means to be human in a technological society.
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Why Did Donald Trump Get Arrested?
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.
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How to Read More Books
Over the last few years, I've made a big effort to read more books, greatly enriching my life. Harry and I invited my friends Kat and Moni from the Fake Ass Book Club to talk about the importance of reading more and how to do it. Follow them at https://thefabpodcast.fireside.fm/
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WAL Live! A Primer on AR-15s Plus Crowder vs. The Daily Wire
Longtime listener Jordan Laycock joins Chris Spangle and Harry Price to explain to Spangle the basics of an AR-15 and guns in general. He is also the co-inventor of the world's fastest magazine loader named the Trijent Mech-loader. Then Chris and Harry discuss Steven Crowder's feud with the Daily Wire while going in-depth on how new media works.
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WAL: Explaining the Chaos of Electing Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy
Kevin McCarthy was finally elected the 55th Speaker of the House on the 15th ballot. Who is Kevin McCarthy, and why did he have trouble getting elected? We discussed the basics of the last week in Congress and explained why the "rebels" were doing the right thing.
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WAL Christmas Spectacular - Favorite Christmas Memories and Why Doxxing Is Free Speech
Chris Spangle, Harry Price, Rhinehold, James Nease, Maranda Barnett, Kristi Avery, Paul Copeland, and Vincent share some of their favorite Christmas memories. In the second half (roughly 1 hour in), we discuss why doxxing is part of free speech, and how a free society needs to deal with it.
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WAL: Midterm Elections Recap - Is Trump Done?
Live from the Dolittle Studios, Chris Spangle, Harry Price, Rhinehold, Paul Copeland, Brian Wohlgemuth, and Vincent talk about the midterms and what went right and wrong for Libertarians, Republicans, and Democrats. We also discuss if this is finally the end for Trump.
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The Return of We Are Libertarians
Here's the game plan: We will continue to put interviews in the Chris Spangle Show feed, but we are also bringing back the panel/research shows IN PERSON here. It's more fun than doing a show on Zoom allows. We will keep giving you short shows on the basics of current events AND classic WAL filled with friends sitting around the living room talking in-depth about politics with plenty of irreverenc
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