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    Show Summary: This week we talk to the lunatic farmer himself, Joel Salatin! (Please excuse the bad audio from the landline; we did our best to clean it up.) Joel explains his unique and groundbreaking style of farming as well as his cultural philosophy. Joel Salatin brings a unique and wide-ranging perspective to the food/farm discussion.  Joel, while in love with the land, he is suspicious of government, especially as an entrepreneur. Joel, however, is distrustful of anything that diminishes the commons; his perspective brings depth and breadth from the farm and to the dinner table. This is a show everybody will love! Support The Show at PATREON About The Guest:  Joel Salatin, calls himself a Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer. Others who like him call him the most famous farmer in the world, the high priest of the pasture, and the most eclectic thinker from Virginia since Thomas Jefferson.  Those who don’t like him call him a bio-terrorist, Typhoid Mary, charlatan, and

Show Summary: This week we focus in on foreign policy. Why are we the policeman of the world? Why is The United States constantly at war? This week we bring on the legendary Scott Horton the libertarian foreign policy expert. Scott Horton is the author of Fool’s Errand: Time to End the War in Afghanistan, and the host of the podcast the Scott Horton Show. This week we find out why we are at war and the corruption behind foreign wars. So buckle up, and be prepared to be schooled! Don’t miss this episode either! Support The Show at PATREON About The Guest:  Scott Horton is the author of Fool’s Errand: Time to End the War in Afghanistan, FoolsErrand.us, managing director of the Libertarian Institute at LibertarianInstitute.org, host of Antiwar Radio on Pacifica, 90.7 FM KPFK in Los Angeles and KUCR 88.3 in Riverside, California, and podcasts the Scott Horton Show from this website. In 2007, Horton won the Austin Chronicle‘s “Best of Austin” award for his Iraq war coverage on Antiwar Radio. He’s conducted mor

Show Summary: Who is the free man beyond the wall? Well, that’s none other than Mance Rayder. Mance has recently released his newest book “The Kids are Not Alright”, and believe it or not his book was inspired by memes. Johnny Rocket and Larissa Long discuss with Mance that kids are being brainwashed into socialist and communist propaganda, and what we should do as libertarians to stop it! Another golden episode you can’t miss! Rock n’ Roll! Support The Show at PATREON About The Guest:  Mance Rayder grew up in the government-controlled nightmare that is New York City. He left 2 days after graduating high school. He spent a good bit of time in South Florida where he met his wife. In 2005 they moved to the Atlanta metro area wherein 2007 he discovered the Ron Paul Liberty movement. This school of thought sent him down a rabbit hole of freedom-seeking culminating in the intellectual move to Voluntaryist thought. This radically capitalist school of thought permeates his life and led him to the teachings he no

Show Summary: Could millions of lives be saved if it wasn’t for useless regulations of the FDA? This week we talk to Dr. Mary Ruwart about her new book “Death by Regulation”. Mary discusses the ever-increasing prices, serious side effects, unscrupulous practices that the FDA has created. Death by Regulation demonstrates that bad law can be just as deadly as bad drugs, and tells us what we need to know to reclaim our Golden Age of Health. This is a show you cannot miss!   About The Guest:  Dr. Mary J. Ruwart is a research scientist, ethicist, and a libertarian author/activist. She received her B.S. in biochemistry in 1970 and her Ph.D. in Biophysics in 1974 (both from Michigan State University).  She subsequently joined the Department of Surgery at St. Louis University and left her Assistant Professorship there to accept a position with The Upjohn Company of Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1976.  As a senior research scientist, Dr. Ruwart was involved in developing new therapies for a variety of diseases, including

Show Summary: In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, I am releasing the hidden interview I did with Joshua B. Wilcoxon, and Marc Clair. I was pretty drunk, and this almost wasn’t released, because of that!  In this show, Joshua talks about the medicinal purposes of cannabis and how CBD’s changed his life. Later in the show, I am back to normal and talk with Alexander Meyer about property rights.   About The Guest:  Josh runs West Coast cannabis brand Vidl. After seeing the effects of the Oregon medical program on himself, Vidl’s patients, and others, he’s launching a nationwide hemp collective so everyone can benefit from legal, CBD-rich hemp. He’s joining us today to talk about ending cannabis prohibition.   About the Co-Host: Marc Clair is an ardent believer in libertarian ideals for over a decade, Marc decided to thrust himself into writing for the cause after becoming inspired by the Presidential campaigns of Ron Paul.  In 2011, he helped to co-found the Lions Of Liberty with several like-minded friends f

Show Summary: As Murray Rothbard said, "History necessarily means narrative, discussion of real persons as well as their abstract theories, and includes triumphs, tragedies, and conflicts, conflicts which are often moral as well as purely theoretical. This week we rock out with Chris Calton host of the Historical Controversies podcast were we explore history from a different point of view.  Is what we ’re taught in school wrong? Find out for yourself in this episode of the Launch Pad! About The Guest:  Chris Calton is a 2018 Mises Institute Research Fellow and an economic historian. He is writer and host of the Historical Controversies podcast. About the Co-Host: Sherry Voluntary is a woman, homeschooling mom of two very tall children, a public speaker, dumpster fire starter, dissident, and unapologetic voluntaryist host of the Sherry Voluntary Show. Guest Website Chris Calton (Mises) Anarchis Youtube Historical Controversies Podcast (Itunes)   Co-Host  Website(s) Sherry Voluntary Facebook Host We

Show Summary: Is there hope for liberty with today’s millennials? We think so! This week we interview Aryeh Rohde from Clinton Washington. Aryeh is the leader of his libertarian youth group at his high school, and a gun enthusiast. Aryeh with his libertarian youth group led a counter-protest to the anti-gun student walkouts. Aryeh explains now how he was being bullied by students and even teachers! This episode is not one to miss! About The Guest:  His name is Aryeh Gandalf Rohde. He is a Russian Jew but also a die-hard patriot that bleeds red white and blue. He is a Junior in high school and a wrestler, and the leader of the young libertarians of South Whidbey. He likes to think of himself as an average kid who doesn’t eat tide pods or march to take your rights away! About the Co-Host:  Alan Mosley is the host of "The Gold Standard with Alan Mosley," talking current events, history, and even a little pop culture and philosophy from a libertarian perspective.  Alan's professional life has ranged from smal

Website Link: http://www.johnnyrocketlaunchpad.com/clyde041418.html Show Summary: Is the left destroying this country? Is the left trying to take our guns, and our right to free speech? This week we challenge the left ideology with rising star in the liberty movement Steven Clyde! Steven shares his experience being an Austro-libertarian in a predominantly liberal college, and the monstrosities he has seen first-hand. So buckle up, and don’t have a sensitivity attack. About The Guest:  Steven is a 25-year-old college student at the University of Colorado - Denver and seeks to get his Ph.D. in economics long term with a minor in history. He spends his life reading, writing and spreading the idea of peace and liberty. Currently, he is the host of the Peace and Liberty Podcast, which is a Monday through Friday dose of history and economics, and you can check him out at ForPeaceAndLiberty.com where all his episodes are available, and where you can find donation and contact info. About the Co-Host:  Benjamin W

Show Summary: What is transhumanism? Can transhumanism and libertarian philosophy be compatible? Well, Zoltan Istvan thinks so! This week we launch ideas with Zoltan Istvan! Zoltan Istvan Gyurko, professionally known as Zoltan Istvan, is an American transhumanist, journalist, entrepreneur and Libertarian futurist who is currently running for California Governor. Make sure you listen to this highly interesting and unique episode! About The Guest:  Zoltan Istvan is America's more well-known futurists. He is also running for California Governor as a libertarian. The LA Times is reported him as one of the top 7 candidates and the only libertarian on its list. He’s been on the Joe Rogan Experience, Rubin Report, and John Stossel show. About the Co-Host:  - Alexander Meyer has been a liberty activist since 2007, Alexander is a  Freelance Graphic designer and web developer, and was a  Ron Paul campaign volunteer 08 and 12. Alexander also is the Co-founder of LIBERTY.menu, the online directory for the liberty mov

Johnny Rocket Launch Pad #139: Semi-Idiotic (w/Daniel Blanchat) Show Summary: Since all these school shootings have occurred I think it’s paramount that we talk about guns. Are guns bad? Do we need to ban them or is all this a way for the state to take advantage of a good tragedy? This week I am speaking to the producer of The Sherry Voluntary Podcast, Daniel Blanchat! Daniel is a gun expert, libertarian, and former Drill Sergeant. If that isn’t a qualifier than what is? About the Guest: Daniel Blanchat is a former DeadHead and Drill Sergeant who first voted Libertarian in 1988.  He produced the Speaking Freely Radio show, and is the current producer of the new Sherry Voluntary Podcast.  He's got 4 homeschooled kids and is active in the Tennessee Libertarian Party. Guest Website: Sherry Voluntary Podcast   Co Host Website N/A   Host Website Johnny  Rocket Launch Pad   Ignite Liberty! Get 30% OFF your order by using promo code : Launchpad John Odermatt is the founder of Ignite Liberty LLC. Ign

Johnny Rocket Launch Pad #138: Procrastination Annihilation (w/ Antony Sammeroff) Show Summary: What a fun show! This week we have two amazing people: Sherry Voluntary, and Antony Sammeroff ! We talk about capitalism, and how the markets got rid of child labor, how government is corrupting businesses, and how true capitalism could be good for the environment.  You don’t agree? Let Antony change your mind! About the Guest:  Antony Sammeroff is a therapist, libertarian, radical capitalist, voluntarist, and writer. Antony is a badass libertarian in Scotland; he is the co-host of The Scottish libertarian podcast.   Guest Website: Procrastination Annihilation   Co Host Website Sherry Voluntary Facebook   Host Website Johnny  Rocket Launch Pad   Ignite Liberty! Get 30% OFF your order by using promo code : Launchpad John Odermatt is the founder of Ignite Liberty LLC. Ignite Liberty's online store opened in the middle of the craziness of the 2016 election season. The mission of Ignite Liberty is to

Show Summary: This week were rockin’ out with Jenn Gray! Jenn is a Libertarian Party activist and former campaign manager for Larry Sharpe's 2018 gubernatorial campaign. Jenn is also the Host of the Leading Liberty Podcast, and the Digital Marketing Strategist at Reason Magazine.  Jenn has been helping pro-liberty causes and campaigns to change hearts & minds and slams it home with innovative social media advertising. So Let’s Rock n’ Roll with Jenn Gray! About the Guest:  Jenn Bryson Gray is a Libertarian Party activist and former campaign manager for Larry Sharpe's 2018 gubernatorial campaign. Guest Website Jenn Gray Jenn Gray (Facebook) Leading Liberty Podcast (Facebook) Leading Liberty Podcast Itunes Co Host Website N/A Host Website Johnny  Rocket Launch Pad   Ignite Liberty! Get 30% OFF your order by using promo code : Launchpad John Odermatt is the founder of Ignite Liberty LLC. Ignite Liberty's online store opened in the middle of the craziness of the 2016 election season. The miss

Show Summary: Johnny finally talks about Bitcoin, and other crypto-currencies! This week we interview bitcoin miner, investor, and Anarcho-Capitalist, Jesse Pittman!  We talk about the charity based pink coin, and other crypto-currencies that you may find of interest.  We are also joined by brewer and graphic designer Alexander Meyer, who tries to find the link between beer and bitcoin. It’s a great show!   About the Guest:   Michael Heise is the Founder of The Mises Caucus, and is currently spear-heading the Mises Caucus. Michael’s mission is to bring economics and property rights into the party again.   Guest Website getstarted.with.pink/   Co Host Website newagorist.com/ liberty.menu/   Host Website Johnny  Rocket Launch Pad   Ignite Liberty! Get 30% OFF your order by using promo code : Launchpad John Odermatt is the founder of Ignite Liberty LLC. Ignite Liberty's online store opened in the middle of the craziness of the 2016 election season. The mission of Ignite Liberty is to give libe

Show Summary: Johnny is Back! After a crazy vacation and other technical issues, Johnny returns to the airwaves with guest co-host John Odermatt (Lions Of Liberty, Felony Friday) So just what is the Mises Caucus, and what is their mission? Well, this week we talk to a fellow music lover and founder of the Mises Caucus, Michael Heise! Michael wants to promote Austrian economics into the party and to advocate applying the science of human action—praxeology—in Libertarian Party efforts to counter modern-day Statism. Well, this show is a must hear!   About the Guest:   Michael Heise is the Founder of The Mises Caucus and is currently spear-heading the Mises Caucus. Michael’s mission is to bring economics and property rights into the party again.   Guest Website Libertarian Party Mises Caucus Libertarian Party Mises Caucus (Facebook)   Co Host Website Lions Of Liberty- Felony Friday   Host Website Johnny  Rocket Launch Pad   Ignite Liberty! Get 30% OFF your order by using promo code : Launchpad

Show Summary: So just buckle up, as Johnny interviews Joshua Smith who is running for Libertarian National Chair in 2018! Not only that, Johnny is joined by guest co-host Alex Merced! This show discusses how there is hope for the Libertarian Party, and how principled libertarians can take it back! The goal is liberty, and how do we bring liberty back to the party? Joshua might have the answers.   About the Guest: Future Chair of The Libertarian Party Guest Website Joshua Smith Co Host Website Alex Merced Host Website Johnny  Rocket Launch Pad   Ignite Liberty! Get 30% OFF your order by using promo code : Launchpad John Odermatt is the founder of Ignite Liberty LLC. Ignite Liberty's online store opened in the middle of the craziness of the 2016 election season. The mission of Ignite Liberty is to give liberty lovers creative and fashionable ways to wear their ideas! Politicians only care about selling themselves, at Ignite Liberty we want to be the spark that lights the liberty movement on fire.

​ On this very special Thanksgiving edition of the Johnny Rocket Launchpad, Brian welcomes in the drunken Lions of Liberty family: Marc Clair and John Odermatt, as well as extended liberty family from the Johnny Rocket Launchpad! Yes, Johnny “Rocket” Adams and Curt Nelson bring holiday cheers, jeers, and highly inappropriate humor to the liberty dining table, as has become our annual tradition. ​The gang gets into discussions on the “It’s OK to be White” college sign flap, who’s the biggest liberty turkey of the year, how absurdly sad and inconvenient a local Libertarian Party meeting location was, and then get down and dirty with rounds of “Cats Cradle” and “RocketFire” questions, which brings the issue of “who will build the space roads??” to bear. It’s a whole lot of family dysfunction, just like in your own home!

Show Summary: This week is the very first episode from Home base One! Join Johnny As he discusses the future of the Libertarian Party with Anthony Welti Chair of the Snohomish Libertarian Party in Washington State. Is the Libertarian Party about winning or is it about educating the public? We finally reveal what the answer is to the age-old question.   About the Guest:  Former Snohomish County Campaign Director for 2016 Gary Johnson Presidential campaign, Current Chairman of the Snohomish County Libertarian Party Est 02/2017Founding Board Member at ICWA (Informed Choice Washington) EST 03/2017    Anthony is a get stuff done kind of guy, when he sees an issue he doesn't wait around for someone else to step up. An unfettered advocate for liberty he fights parental rights, insurance reform and criminal justice reform. A true patriot, he stands against the corrupt government forces that steal our life liberty and happiness.   Guest Website Libertarian Party Of Snohomish County Lpwa.org Host Website Jo

Show Summary: This week is a big one! The long-awaited Liberty Force Radio Drama! This show combines the great talent from Jeff Deist, Jason Stapleton, Robin Koerner, Jeff Berwick, Remso Martinez, and Ryan Martinez with the radio adaption of The Launch Pad’s very own comic book, The Liberty Force! The second half of the show we are joined by Kal Molinet, an outspoken Anarcho Capitalist with a very popular YouTube channel! This is the show of the year for the Johnny Rocket Launch Pad!   About the Radio Drama: A Galaxy in chains, a part of the universe where the word "freedom" is lost in time. Three soldiers of The State uncover a mystical star base called "The Launch Pad" where the secret history of a free and vibrant society once flourished is uncovered, where once learning the truth behind the nature of the state are quickly targeted for execution. Join Johnny, Heather, and Curt as they go on a journey that transcends the space opera and superhero genre as this critique of the nature of government both i

Show Summary This week is about comedy and liberty, and we shake it up Brian McWilliams! Brian talks about his history as a comedian, and how he plans on taking over the world, and then leaving everyone alone. Heather also returns for her final appearance on the show. It’s the long-awaited return of the Johnny Rocket Launch Pad. About the Guest: Brian is a writer, comedian, and actor. Brian is one of the founding members of the Lions of Liberty, and also stars in his own show dealing with current events called Electric Libertyland. Guest Website Electric Libertyland Lions of Liberty Host Website Johnny  Rocket Launch Pad Ignite Liberty! Get 30% OFF your order by using promo code: Launchpad John Odermatt is the founder of Ignite Liberty LLC. Ignite Liberty's online store opened in the middle of the craziness of the 2016 election season. The mission of Ignite Liberty is to give liberty lovers creative and fashionable ways to wear their ideas! Politicians only care about selling themselves, at Ignite

Show Summary: It's selfish promotion for Johnny and the Liberty Force comic, plus some bonus AFTER PARTY content! Johnny appears on some of the greatest libertarian podcasts promoting the Liberty Force comic book. It's a hodgepodge of shows including: The Alexmercedcast, and the Remso Republic, and some tasty bits from the after party! About the Guest:  Check out Johnny Rockets Liberty Force Comic! Guest Website: www.libertyforcecomic.com   Host Website: www.libertyforcecomic.com   Get 30% OFF your order by using promo code : Launchpad John Odermatt is the founder of Ignite Liberty LLC. Ignite Liberty's online store opened in the middle of the craziness of the 2016 election season. The mission of Ignite Liberty is to give liberty lovers creative and fashionable ways to wear their ideas! Politicians only care about selling themselves, at Ignite Liberty we want to be the spark that lights the liberty movement on fire. John has been active in the liberty movement since 2010 when he co-founded the website