Liberty iNC
By Rob Yates
Your Liberty-lynchpin-constitutional-crossroads perspective podcast. All things Liberty in North Carolina. Legislative developments, politics, humanity, economics, and sports, along with the greatest lineup of guests in the whole history of podcasts. The Libertarian Party of North Carolina is proud to bring you Liberty iNC.
Liberty iNCAug 10, 2023
Candidating 2024 Part 1 with Chris Sessions and Matthew Kordon
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On this episode, we start with our second episode in a row of showing you how dumb the people running our country really are. Then Justin gives us a lesson on firearm basics for safe and effective shooting. Two of our fantastic candidates, Christopher Sessions - NC Senate 10, and Matthew Kordon - NC House 11, join us to talk about themselves, their platforms, their strategies, and how you can help Then, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports. Enjoy! #ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Cassie Clark Classes the Place Up
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On this episode, 2A issues coordinator Justin Hinckley gives an intro lesson in firearm safety. Our guest is the delightful Cassie Clark of Where the Dogwood Blooms (wherethedogwoodblooms dot com, X: @wherethedogwoodblooms8084). We talk NC culture and history, and how they are deeply intertwined with the politics of our state. Then, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports. Enjoy! #ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Lou Perez on the State of Comedy
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On this episode, we are so happy for Joshua Rohrer to have won the Sunshine Award North from the North Carolina Open Government Coalition. We have included his acceptance speech. Thank you for all you do, Joshua. Dee Watson talks primaries and what's ahead from a policy and politics perspective. And the great Lou Perez takes time from his busy schedule to talk writing a book, comedy, being a Libertarian in the arts, and lots more. Lou is a great guest, and recently was announced as a performer for the National Convention. Then, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports. Except Groo joined a biker gang, and is unavailable this week. Fortunately, LPNC Chair Ryan Brown filled in. Enjoy! #ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Season 4: Episode 1 - Potential Presidential Porcupines with Joshua Smith
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On the season 4 premiere episode, Joshua Smith makes his case for your vote to become the Libertarian Party candidate for President of the United States. Then, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports. #ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Special Episode - Is NC Really Moving Forward? with Blair Reeves
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On Episode 19, a special in-between-seasons / Season 3 episode of your Liberty-loving-linchpin, constitutional-conundrum-communication-crossroads, posh-porcupine-political-polemics-perspective podcast, Blair Reeves of Carolina Forward comes on, and we engage in hand-to-hand combat... Actually, we have a perfectly civil discussion about areas we agree, areas we disagree, and the general state of things in North Carolina. Highly recommend! Then, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports. #ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Trail Tales with Spike Cohen
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On Episode 18, the finale of Season 3 of your Liberty-loving-linchpin, constitutional-conundrum-communication-crossroads, posh-porcupine-political-polemics-perspective podcast, Brian Irving and Thomas Hill reflect with Sean Haugh on their time running Lee Wrights' 2012 Presidential campaign. They tell a powerful story of a passionate Liberty warrior who inspired so many. The segment ends with a Wrights' speech that shows why people were so dedicated to him. Next, in parallel, Spike Cohen joins as our guest, and talks about his time on the campaign trail with Mike Ross, Christina Aragues, and Rob Yates. Again, he gives us reason to hope for positive change, and we end with his Reno speech, which shows why people are so dedicated to him. Then, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports. #ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Candidating Part 2
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On Episode 17 of Season 3 of your Liberty-loving-linchpin, constitutional-conundrum-communication-crossroads, posh-porcupine-political-polemics-perspective podcast, our Communications Director Rob Yates hosts JJ Campbell - running for City of Durham City Council At-large, and Andrew Kinzie - running for Jamestown Town Council. We are pushing these candidates, all dedicated Libertarians seeking local office who need your help. So check out the episode, then make a donation! Then, Groo is almost feeling better, but not quite, so Cat Daddy aka Dub Dub and Chair talk sports. #ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Our State of Chaos: The NCGA with Andy Stevens
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that.
On Episode 16 of Season 3 of your Liberty-loving-linchpin, constitutional-conundrum-communication-crossroads, posh-porcupine-political-polemics-perspective podcast, Communications Director Rob Yates hosts GRNC's Andy Stevens, and they get into the weeds of the major legislative changes in NC from this year, particularly around the budget that was just passed.
Casinos, school choice, medicare expansion, double super-secret document designations, and a whole lot more... We cover it all. Then, Dub Dub and Chair talk sports - wishing Groo a speedy return to health.
#ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Candidating 2023 with the LPNC
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that.
On Episode 15 of Season 3 of your Liberty-loving-linchpin, constitutional-conundrum-communication-crossroads, posh-porcupine-political-polemics-perspective podcast, our Chair, Ryan Brown, hosts a candidate forum with Justin Herbe - running for Fayetteville City Council District 5, Gheorghe Cormos - running for Town of Cape Carteret Commissioner, and Chelsea Kurtz - running for Town of Holly Ridge Council Member. We are pushing these candidates, all dedicated Libertarians seeking local office who need your help. So check out the episode, then make a donation!
Then, back after two weeks off, we close with the legends, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports.
#ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Abolish the ABC with Dr. Michael Munger
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On Episode 14 of Season 3 of your Liberty-loving-linchpin, constitutional-conundrum-communication-crossroads, posh-porcupine-political-polemics-perspective podcast, we open with a new segment we're calling Story Tellers. This week, LPNC Vice Chair and LPNC Legend Barbara Howe join to reminisce. Then, Dr. Michael Munger, Duke professor, and former LPNC governor candidate is our guest, joining a panel with Rob Yates, Joshua Glawson, and Ryan Brown to break down everything that is wrong with the ABC monopoly in North Carolina and why we need to #AbolishtheABC right now! #ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
OPP (Other People's Parties) Part 2
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On Episode 13 of Season 3 of your Liberty-loving-linchpin, constitutional-conundrum-communication-crossroads, posh-porcupine-political-polemics-perspective podcast, we have a two-fer. First, James Bledsoe, Chair of the Veteran's Part of North Carolina, Fayetteville City Council candidate and veteran Justin Herbe, and Candidates Coordinator and veteran Christina Aragues sit down with decidedly not veteran Rob Yates. This discussion goes in a different direction than expected up front, and it is illuminating, deep, poignant, and something you're gonna want to listen to end-to-end. Next, NC State Treasurer Republican Dale Folwell joins the panel along with LPNC Chair Ryan Brown and LPWake Chair Travis Groo. We talk health care, then we talk marijuana laws, government overreach, integrity, running for office, motorcycles, and even debate if Travis has a prosthetic beard. Dub Dub and Groo recorded, but technical difficulties require that we release it separately, so keep an eye out.
And Rob continues his transmogrification journey. Fair warning, this episode does get a little dark sometimes. It is an important, and too-often overlooked, conversation, though. #ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Presidential Porcupines with Lars Mapstead
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On Episode 12 of Season 3 of your Liberty-linchpin, constitutional-conundrum-communication-crossroads, posh-porcupine-political-polemics-perspective podcast, Libertarian presidential nominee contender Lars Mapstead lays out his case for the Libertarian nomination.
LPMeck Chair Steven DiFiore and LPNC's Trevor Mils join for panel, as we get into the details of how Lars sees his campaign playing out, how he plans to help the party, and what he sees as a successful run. Gheorghe Cormos, running for Town of Cape Carteret Commissioner, joins to introduce himself to you all. And, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports!
Presidential Porcupines with Chase Oliver
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On Episode 11 of Season 3 of your Liberty-linchpin, constitutional-conundrum-communication-crossroads, posh-porcupine-political-perspective podcast, Libertarian presidential nominee contender Chase Oliver visits North Carolina. Chase attended events, first in Apex with gubernatorial candidate Shannon Bray and Holly Springs Town Council candidate and WakeLP Chair, Travis Groo. Next, he went to Mecklenburg for an event with #FiretheUniparty gubernatorial candidate Mike Ross and Meck city council candidate Steven DiFiore. Liberty iNC caught up with Chase for a detailed interview with Comms Director Rob Yates, joined by Mike and 2A Issues Coordinator Justin Hinckley for panel. Rob transmogrifies for the second week in a row while giving the introduction. And, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports!
Presidential Porcupines with Mike ter Maat
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On Episode 10 of Season 3 of your Liberty-linchpin, constitutional-conundrum-crossroads, posh-porcupine-political-perspective podcast, LPNC Chair Ryan Brown chats with Libertarian presidential nominee contender Mike ter Maat. The interview is in-depth and wide ranging, and really sets the standard for presidential messaging. LPNC Strategic Communications Advisor Joshua Glawson and LPNC'S Trevor Miles join for panel. Communications Director Rob Yates transmogrifies multiple times while on vacation, giving the introduction and a special legislative update while mysteriously appearing to look and sound like Ryan, as well as LPNC Secretary and P&P Director, Dee Watson, and At-Large EC Member Angela Humphries. And, as always, Dub Dub and Groo... get a week off, but they'll be back talkin' sports next episode.
Getting Back to Our Grassroots with Kent Misegades
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that.
On Episode 9 of Season 3 of your Liberty-linchpin, constitutional-crossroads, posh-porcupine-political-perspective podcast, Kent Misegades, who founded and runs the Carolinas Mises Club, his latest in a long series of successful initiatives, talks grassroots organizing, end-to-end. Kent shares wisdom gained from extensive experience that is particularly relevant as we are building the party.
Wake LP Chair Travis Groo has a terrifying conversation with Dr. Mark Barrett and his wife Lorén, where they detail what they observed in Mark's pediatrics practice that was so concerning, they felt compelled to open their own private practice.
Communications Director Rob Yates talks to independent journalist Stephen Horn, who has found what appears to be clear-cut evidence of election financing fraud. He shares the video confirming his suspicions, and explains exactly how donor identities are being hijacked to funnel more money into certain political groups, skirting reporting regulations.
And, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports.
#ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
O.P.P. (Other People's Parties) with MJ Hall and Erik Davis
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On Episode 8 of Season 3 of your Liberty-linchpin, constitutional-crossroads, posh-porcupine-political-perspective podcast, LPNC Chair Ryan Brown and Communications Director Rob Yates raise another glass to freedom with NC Forward Party Co-Chair MJ Hall, talking state party leadership and goals. Then, NC 78 Democrat candidate Erik Davis and Rob go hand-in-hand and toe-to-toe, both talking areas of overlap and exploring some disagreements. Ryan, MJ, and Lennin Caro of the Camino Institute fill out the panel, where the discussion starts with the premise that Biden has not gone far enough... We show the world that civil disagreements are not impossible. And we do it in an entertaining way. Cheers to rebellion... And, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports.
NC Libertarian Governor Candidate Debate, July 6, 2023
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On Episode 7 of Season 3 of your Liberty-linchpin, constitutional-crossroads, posh-porcupine-perspective podcast, check out the live debate as our two declared 2024 Governor candidates come together to discuss and debate issues and try to earn your votes. Mike Ross (https://firetheuniparty.com/) and Shannon Bray (https://www.shannonbray.us/) will be defending their positions, making their case, and answering your questions. Moderated by Steven DiFiore, LPMeck Chair and previous gubernatorial candidate, no topic is off limits. #ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Cheers to Rebellion with LPNC Chair Ryan Brown
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that.
On Episode 6 of Season 3 of your Liberty-lynchpin, constitutional-crossroads, posh-porcupine-perspective podcast, LPNC Chair Ryan Brown and Communications Director Rob Yates raise a glass to freedom.
The discussion covers the current state of the LPNC and some hopes for the future, and gets deep into some Libertarian solutions to current problems in our state.
Vice Chair Sean Haugh points out the hypocrisy and inconsistency of both sides of the #Uniparty coin during the legislative update.
And, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports.
Dr. Dan Eichenbaum on Outreach and Party Growth
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that.
On Episode 5 of Season 3 of your Liberty-lynchpin, constitutional-crossroads, posh-porcupine-perspective podcast, our featured guest is Dr. Dan Eichenbaum, host of Freedom Forum Radio, elected local official, and longtime Liberty warrior.
Dr. Dan’s Freedom Forum, including his podcast, his radio show, his videos, and his articles, check it out: https://drdansfreedomforum.com/
Dr. Dan lays out the steps the LPNC can take to expand its messaging and grow its base, staying true to its principles, but spreading its message in an accessible and productive fashion.
The panel, Brunswick Chair Jennifer Bias, Strategic Communications Advisor Joshua Glawson (https://joshuadglawson.com/), and LPNC Graphic Director Noah Zenger (IG @zengertattoo @libertytoons), look at specific examples of successes in our outreach and flesh out the concrete action the LPNC can take to drive party growth and electoral success.
And, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports.
#ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Michael Gibson on Stagnation and Libertarian Solutions
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On Episode 4 of Season 3 of your Liberty-lynchpin, constitutional-crossroads, posh-porcupine-perspective podcast, our featured guest is Michael Gibson, author of Paper Belt on Fire, co-founder of the 1517 Fund, and general Renaissance Man. Buy Paper Belt on Fire on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Paper-Belt-Fir... Buy Paper Belt on Fire from Encounter, the publisher: https://www.encounterbooks.com/books/... We talk about the credentialing system installed by the elite to justify and perpetuate their elitist rejection of all that disagrees with their orthodoxy. We look at the stagnation this has caused. And we delve deep into the structure of our educational system that is so effective in maintaining the Paper Belt. Instead of a Legislative Update this week, we give you an inside look at hat Pastor Moses Colbert does in his ministry to the homeless, and how much pain the City of Gastonia is willing to inflict in their blind political ambitions. Watch all the speeches given on behalf of Pastor Moses and Faith, Hope, and Love Ministry here: https://www.facebook.com/100079236365... And, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports. #ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Larry Sharpe on Running as a Libertarian Candidate
#libertarian #ncpol
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that.
On this, Episode 3 of Season 3 of your Liberty-lynchpin, constitutional-crossroads, posh-porcupine podcast, our featured guest is the one and only Larry Sharpe.
The Sharpe Way Show, Hosted by Larry Sharpe
Larry gives us a master class in running as a Libertarian candidate. We talk fundraising, messaging, earned media, resource allocation, allies and enemies, and so very much more. The panel discussion, with Christina Aragues, Matt Clements (see his 2A speech here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEX04qjLbdw), and Steven DiFiore, gets into way more detail, and we talk about the future for candidates in NC.
Hon. Brian Lewis and LPNC Vice Chair Sean Haugh talk extra-territorial jurisdiction, joining Dee Watson and Ryan Brown on the legislative update tip, where they discuss the new voter ID rules. As a bonus, we can see Brian address the Raleigh city council.
And, as always, Dub Dub and Groo talk sports.
#ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Dr. Mary Ruwart on Libertarian Messaging
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On this, Episode 2 of Season 3 of your Liberty lynchpin constitutional crossroads, our featured guest is the venerable Dr. Mary Ruwart. Dr. Ruwart discusses Libertarian messaging. We discuss effective ways to package our message of Liberty and look for opportunities for inroads. Dr. Ruwart shares her incredible wealth of experience and insight, and shares some stories. The panel discussion looks at some on the ground examples, and we discuss what we are focused on now, in NC. Dee Watson and Ryan Brown on the legislative update tip, talking pending bills around education and school vouchers. Shannon Bray, governor candidate, shares ten things about him. And Dub Dub and Groo talk sports. #ncpol #libertarian #lpnc #libertyinc
Andy Stevens on Playing Politics with your 2A Rights
Your rights, all the time. Nothing more, nothing less, no exceptions. Simple as that. On this, Episode 1 of Season 3 of your Liberty lynchpin constitutional crossroads, our featured guest is GRNC’s Andy Stevens. Andy talks 2a and legislative developments, giving rare perspective from someone who fights for your 2A rights on the frontline. We also feature Dee Watson and Ryan Brown giving a legislative update, covering NC state activity and previewing what’s coming. We meet the person, Mike Ross, gubernatorial candidate. And we get some NC Hockey talk from Dub Dub and Groo. #ncpol #libertyinc #lpnc #libertarian