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On this installment Alan and Sherry discuss Rep Eric Salwell and his threat of murder to those who won’t give up their guns when the time comes. You can catch more of Alan on The Gold Standard at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3cDwgjCQC-cMcVUbvv-k , and Sherry on The Sherry Voluntary Show at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyBM4kCp2SlCONwFFC0auzg You can find audio versions of both shows by searching for “sherry voluntary” or “the gold standard” on your favorite podcasting platforms.

https://thelaunchpadmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/LN46-American_Made.mp3 Thanks for sticking with us as we are fixin' to unpack a Turducken of an episode in preparation for the Thanksgiving week. This week's show is about the Tom Cruise movie, American Made, where the questions of legality somehow apply differently if you’re doing it for the “good” guys. This international escapade is based on the outrageous, true exploits of a hustler and pilot recruited to run one of the biggest covert operations in U.S. history. Based on an incredible true story of the CIA's biggest secret. Barry Seal is an impetuous and bored pilot who gets leveraged into doing more and more compromising activities for the CIA, the Contras in Nicaragua, and the Medellín Cartel down in Colombia. Once they get their foot in the door, there’s no way out for our hero. Join us next week as we’re gonna wreck it on “Wreck-it Ralph”!

Alex Merced is just your everyday Nice Guy trying to understand the world around him. Join him as he discusses economics and politics in a nice, calm and without vitriol. Because Nice Guys Finish Free

Show Summary:  Zama Rripa talks to Johnny and Raylene about "American Soul", his passion project inspiring others to live free and reject the shackles of the State, hoping to change the culture and plant the seeds of self-ownership.  He sees the problems that exist and wants to share with others what the solutions are.  His vibe is chill, his dialogue is smooth and thoughtful, and you'll love listening to Zama's insights and ideas.  Get familiar with this free-spirit activist in art today! About The Guest:  Zama Rripa is a liberty-peace-love-minded-street-busking-singer-songwriter-troubadour in Miami, Florida, USA, by way of Los Angeles, California, USA, with a new album out, “American Soul.” Rripa’s toured the world over; performed solo and with dozens of bands of all styles; played football for Florida State University; acted on stage; in television, and in a handful of Hollywood films; has a B.A. in Literature; an M.P.S. in Economic Development; went to law school too; and holds a P.U. against all thing

If the government is handing out largesse based on marital status, it can not deny same sex couples that largesse. It must recognize same sex marriages. Not handing out largesse, of course, isn’t even considered

In today's episode Nicky P & Lizzie examine Holy Wars...The Punishment Due by Megadeth classic. I think there is still some dispute over which angle it officially takes, anti religion or antiwar? Where did we end up? This week in I Heard This Happened: some dark progressive shoegaze and a little bit of Indonesian pop-punk. Nicky’s album this week is The Fall by SOM. I’m not sure why i’ve been on such an art rock kick but bandcamp never disappoints here. The album is way heavier than I consider shoegaze but its definitely droney as hell with super melodic airy vocals. Maybe even a spaced out version of Boy’s Night Out. It holds you in a dark soupy mess for the duration and makes you feel all sort of weird confused teenagery feelings. Don’t listen to if you need to adult that day. Lizzie brings us Congratulations, You’re Getting Old by Linger. A fun upbeat album that waffles between classic Weezer and Bracket. It’s not quite a 90’s pastiche but hits all the notes the old skate punk used to have while m

On this episode we discuss the solemn and sacred rituals of that most hallowed institution, The American State. You can catch more of Alan on The Gold Standard at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3cDwgjCQC-cMcVUbvv-k , and Sherry on The Sherry Voluntary Show at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyBM4kCp2SlCONwFFC0auzg You can find audio versions of both shows by searching for “sherry voluntary” or “the gold standard” on your favorite podcasting platforms.

Mance Rayder of the Free Man Beyond the Wall Podcast joins us for a discussion of one of his favorite movies, Dances with Wolves. Lieutenant John Dunbar, assigned to a remote western Civil War outpost, befriends wolves and Indians, making him an intolerable aberration in the military. We get into a lot of rabbit trails in a somewhat longer version of the show as we talk about the horrors of war, clashing of cultures, property rights and cultural appropriation. Find Mance on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/mnrothbard There you can find links to his show and book and also see the excellent meme materials he keeps pumping out. Join us next week as we discuss the Tom Cruise flick, American Made.

Alex Merced is just your everyday Nice Guy trying to understand the world around him. Join him as he discusses economics and politics in a nice, calm and without vitriol. Because Nice Guys Finish Free.

Show Summary:  Libertarian columnist, philosopher, and law student, Joshua D. Glawson joins Johnny and Raylene for a spirited conversation about libertarianism and our future.  He talks about his personal influences, minarchy, and how he shares a libertarian philosophy with his community.  His excitement is contagious and you won't want to miss this show with our new hilarious friend, and The Launch Pad's content contributor, Josh Glawson! About The Guest:  Joshua D. Glawson is a Libertarian writer and speaker. He writes primarily for several Libertarian websites including The Launchpad Media and 71 Republic. He is a former Vice Chair of the Libertarian Party of Pasadena, CA, where he worked with the former Libertarian Party State Chair, Ted Brown. Joshua has been a guest speaker at various universities on the topics of libertarianism, philosophy, political science, and economics. About The Host: Johnny “Rocket” Adams was the creator and host of “The Johnny Rocket Launch Pad – Libertarian Rock n’ Roll Exp

  You can be pro-choice, like me, and acknowledge the overt judicial activism and constitutional overreach of Roe v. Wade. This case is a classic example of the Supreme Court using its power to effect what it judged to be a desirable social change. To do so, it abandoned all pretense of constitutional interpretation and became a legislative body. Roe v. Wade https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/410/113/  

  In today's episode Nicky P & Lizzie examine the Joni Mitchel classic, later re-popularized by Counting Crows, Big Yellow Taxi. Nick you may or may not know is a big fan of nature and listening to an economic illiterate try and throw shade at the wrong places may have gotten under his bonnet. This week in I Heard This Happened: some progressive instrumental rock with a dire message, a creative saxophone jazz offering and a bonus pop-punk offering from a previous feature. Nicky’s album this week is Fire By The Silos by Toska. If you’re a fan of progressive music and you aren’t on bandcamp at least weekly, you are doing life wrong. This is yet another killer find of mostly instrumental prog-rock. The title track which is the only track with lyric, can easily be taken as a support of a libertarian worldview paints a get-wrenching portrait of how central planning can destroy individuals, not just nations. Lizzie Brings us Becoming by Mammal Hands. After a difficult time finding an album to get into this

In this installment, Alan and Sherry discuss the tragedy of politically correct culture and the demanded removal of Apu Nahasapeemapetilon, beloved Simpsons Character. You can catch more of Alan on The Gold Standard at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3cDwgjCQC-cMcVUbvv-k , and Sherry on The Sherry Voluntary Show at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyBM4kCp2SlCONwFFC0auzg You can find audio versions of both shows by searching for “sherry voluntary” or “the gold standard” on your favorite podcasting platforms.

Remember, remember the fifth of November, The gunpowder, treason and plot, I know of no reason Why gunpowder treason Should ever be forgot. We have a guest on to talk about V for Vendetta, as it is that time of year. Jay from www.AnarchoCoffee.com jolts us into a fun discussion on a movie that can be taken many ways. The only verdict is vengeance, a vendetta, held as a votive not in vain. Join us next week for “Dances with Wolves” with the man who will not kneel, Mance Rayder of the Free Man Beyond the Wall Podcast!

Alex Merced is just your everyday Nice Guy trying to understand the world around him. Join him as he discusses economics and politics in a nice, calm and without vitriol. Because Nice Guys Finish Free.

Show Summary: Increasingly, social media seems to become a sacred ground for social justice warriors and their extreme political correctness. While what they do is not censor per se. David Gay or also known as Admin #2 or “Dadmin” discovered for himself, that Facebook, Twitter are doing what they can to silence dissent against the state and especially opinions against the Democratic Party. David joins Johnny and Raylene to tell the listeners what has happened to the once famous website, “Liberty Memes” in which Facebook unpublished.  You can hear more at SupportBlastOff.com on our Patreon! About The Guest:  Peter & David Gay started Liberty Memes in 2013, and until recently were known by their fans as Admin 1 & Admin 2, and  Prior to that they were known for their involvement in Ron Paul's 2008 & 2012 bids for President. Liberty Memes was created to give an online voice to the liberty message, specifically by means of viral memes, often crafted humorously to reach broad audiences, outside the t

Show Summary: Why are more people leaving New York than any other region in the country? New York used to represent innovation, growth, and opportunity. Now it’s just a big tax burden with nothing to show for it. This week Larry Sharpe joins us on the show! Larry discusses his political strategy and what he wants to implement as governor of New York. Larry Sharpe is one of the rising stars of the Libertarian Party, and has as of late October raised $449,515 for his campaign! If Sharpe receives 50,000 votes—or 1.3 percent of the 2014 electorate, then the Libertarian Party will gain automatic ballot access in New York for the first time in its history! You can hear more at SupportBlastOff.com on our Patreon! About The Guest:  Larry David Sharpe is an American business consultant, entrepreneur, and political activist. He was a candidate for the Libertarian Party nomination for Vice President of the United States in 2016. Sharpe is the founder and Managing Director of Neo-Sage Group, Inc. About The Host: John

There was never a trust fund. You have not been paying into a retirement program. Your FICA “contributions” are treated exactly like the income tax deducted from your paycheck. The money goes into the treasury with all the other money. Congress can alter or abolish your “benefits” and there is not a thing you can do about it. Sometimes it is hard to acknowledge that you’ve been duped. But most have.

In today's episode Nicky P & Lizzie examine the 90’s party banger Doo Wop (That Thing) by Lauryn Hill. We feel like this one is especially prescient considering al the hubbub Kanye has been getting in for his critiques of his culture. Nothing new if you ask us.   This week in I Heard This Happened: pirate kids songs & more sad bastard music.   Nicky’s album this week is Sea Songs For Little Pirates by Jason Andre. Perhaps a break with character since it’s usually Lizzie bringing the kid’s songs, but I this was a last minute saving grace find. There’s a claim it’s even educational but really we’re just in it for the Args.   Lizzie per usual found us more of that sad bastard music she seems to love so much. Her choice this week is Ennui by Animal Sounds. While very in vein sonically this one does break character with the addition of some out of character bluesy guitar.   This week's interview is with Zama Rripa a musician bringing the liberty, love and peace with his newest record American So

On this outing Sherry, Alan, and a special guest, reach in the goody bag and pull out some Halloween goodness. You can catch more of Alan on The Gold Standard at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3cDwgjCQC-cMcVUbvv-k , and Sherry on The Sherry Voluntary Show at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyBM4kCp2SlCONwFFC0auzg You can find audio versions of both shows by searching for “sherry voluntary” or “the gold standard” on your favorite podcasting platforms.