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Show Summary: After a massive planetary siege, Ivan P. Terrible’s forces have taken major casualties. Key weapons factories have been destroyed but at a heavy cost to the Liberty Rebels. In one of the longest and fiercest battles of the war, Johnny Rocket and Raylene’s commando squad are also on the verge of claiming the earth’s moon. If the freedom fighters lose the planet Earth, it will cost them vital fuel resources necessary for maintaining their armies. Thomas L. Knapp armed with his keyboard, writes away, in a final effort to turn the tide of this battle. Thomas L. Knapp is director and senior news analyst at the William Lloyd Garrison Center for Libertarian Advocacy Journalism. Now, as Thomas L. Knapp and comedian Robbie Bernstein begin a cleanup of the planet, they launch an intense campaign to find communist leader Ivan P Terrible and bring him to justice. Will Johnny and Raylene take control of the moon? Will Thomas L. Knapp win the hearts and minds of the people of earth? Stay tuned to hear Thoma

Show Notes:  The State of Alabama had a state legislature based in part on geographic districts (like counties) and not population. Plaintiff Sims lived in a very populous district with the same representation as those living in much less populated areas. Sims alleged his rights to Equal Protection pursuant to the 14th Amendment were violated by this system. The U.S. Supreme Court agreed and declared all state legislative districts had to be based on proportional representation and not geography. Links:   The case itself: Reynolds v Sims https://www.oyez.org/cases/1963/23 George Brauchler’s tweet https://twitter.com/GeorgeBrauchler/status/1124709182316302336?s=03   The Law with D.K. Williams Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/thelawwithdkwilliams/   How to donate to keep The Law with D.K. Williams going strong! https://www.paypal.me/TheLawDKWilliams

Show Notes: Today we have an interview but first we check out the message Blueprint of the Fall by Strung Out. http://bit.ly/2HqcQmL Nicky’s pick is The Sleepwalk Transmissions by We Never Learned To Live out of Brighton, UK. His Comments: The vocals manage to waffle between naked aggression and smoldering earnestness. No complaints about the accent peaking through every now and again either. Musically it’s a little more progressive than earlier generations of the style with plenty of funky timing bits and some great failures to resolve.My one beef is that while no single song feels like filler the album is a bit long...maybe I’m just old and my angst...not so deep anymore.http://weneverlearnedtolive.bandcamp.com/album/the-sleepwalk-transmissions   I’ve picked Swedish indie band Agent Bla with Morning Thoughts. The guitars on the upbeat songs have that classic almost surf rock tone that makes me think of the summer.  The vocals are like Chrissie Hynde run through a dream pop vocal filter. They really add

Show Notes:  Check out Sherry and Alan as they tie the latest atrocious episode of GOT to the atrocious US regime, all before the helicopters come for them. 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. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/littleLproductions The Thin Blue Line Game: https://thinbluelinegame.com/?ref=69749&fbclid=IwAR1DOUTwqfhqXD7Pn6H6w36FTCBt9vPsxM20el9NrZb5k1vKMtEwTpNhc6s

We swing into action for Mother's Day to talk about Into the Spider-verse with Jack V Lloyd and the Pholosopher, two of the hardest working AnCap in the business.   This will be a fun discussion as we go deep into comic lore and find the economic and moral angles that free-wheel our episodes into the third-rail of cultural Marxism.   The Pholosopher: https://thepholosopher.com/   The Voluntaryist Comic:  https://volcomic.com/   IndieGoGo Campaign for Origins III:  https://igg.me/at/origins3   Join us next week as we are joined by Dr. Dennis Foster to discuss the Day the Earth Stood Still.   Show notes:  http://www.lastnighters.com/71   Look for it at the Launch Pad Media, where they are always launching new ideas in your direction: www.thelaunchpadmedia.com   Reel Unconventional Film Analysis.   We use movies as a starting point for people who may not be familiar with this way of thinking.   The point is to show what anarchy actually is with instances that are presented in film.   SU

Show Summary: The Statist reigns. Having decimated the peaceful Republic, Ivan P Terrible now deploys his merciless legions to seize military control of the galaxy. Only Johnny and Raylene’s forces stand against the rising tyranny, certain that Libertarian Cosmonaut Ron Paul will return and restore a spark of hope to the fight. But the Resistance has been exposed. As the Socialists speed toward the liberty base, the brave heroes mount a desperate escape with the aid of Liberty Doll!  Liberty Doll is armed not only with her firepower but her love of liberty! Liberty Doll talks about her passion for guns, ammo, and the rights of every individual to protect themselves. On planet Saturn Thomas P. Knapp has taught many young fighters the ways of liberty, and our now staged for an assault against statist Earth!? Will Liberty Doll use the weapons of reason to stop the commies in their tracks? Will Thomas Knapp’s defenders of freedom be strong enough to make a difference? Stay tuned to hear Liberty Doll on Episode

Show Notes: Nico Jacobellis ran a movie theatre in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. He was convicted of possessing and distributing obscenity after his theatre played Louis Malle’s award winning film The Lovers. The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, reiterated that obscenity is not protected under the First Amendment, but reviewed the film like a censorship board and decided The Lovers was not obscene and therefore protected. Justice Hugo Black, in a concurrence, agreed that the film was not obscene, but argued that even if it were, it was protected by the First Amendment. Black was correct. Unfortunately, his opinion was not the main one. Links: Jacobelis v Ohio https://www.oyez.org/cases/1963/11 The Lovers (Les amants) on IMDb https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0052556/?ref_=nv_sr_6?ref_=nv_sr_6 Cuyahoga - The R.E.M. song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUsYgRa2mHk Hey, Kacey Musgraves, should I be concerned about what my neighbor is watching on his tv? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGIUtLO_x8g The Law with

Show Notes: Today we have an interview but first we check out the message Little Pink Houses by John Mellencamp. What in the world is he on about? Does it have anything to do with liberty? .   Nicky’s come up with the album Happy To Be Here, by New York band Barrie Nicky said it reminded him of  “a downtempo Foster the People or a female fronted Starfucker” His comments: Erma loved this record apparently, every time I turned around she was dancing and wiggling to it. The album has an ethereal vibe yet still manages to drive solid and steady. Easily the catchiest thing I’ve listened to in ages. Sonically it’s magnificent. It holds a vibe and punctuates it with little bits of interest here and there. No instrument takes center stage but the melodies are so infectious you never lose track of them. http://barrie.bandcamp.com/album/happy-to-be-here   I’ve picked a Jazz record by Maarten Hogenhuis of the Netherlands. Rise & Fall is a relaxing but interesting sonic journey, exactly what I was looking

Come go with Sherry and Alan on the U.S.S. Troll as they discuss the travesty that is season eight of Game Of Thrones. 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.   Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/littleLproductions   The Thin Blue Line Game: https://thinbluelinegame.com/?ref=69749&fbclid=IwAR1DOUTwqfhqXD7Pn6H6w36FTCBt9vPsxM20el9NrZb5k1vKMtEwTpNhc6s

Wherever there is injustice.  Wherever liberty is threatened.  We will not die like dogs. We will fight like lions.  We don our sombreros of cultural appropriation and celebrate Cinco de Drinko in style with an analysis of Three Amigos. We have a plethora of discussion on this fun movie with Steve Martin, Chevy Chase and Martin Short. Join us next week as we are joined by Jack V Lloyd and the Pholosopher to discuss Into the Spiderverse for Mother’s Day. Show notes:  http://www.lastnighters.com/70 Look for it at the Launch Pad Media, where they are always launching new ideas in your direction: www.thelaunchpadmedia.com Reel Unconventional Film Analysis. We use movies as a starting point for people who may not be familiar with this way of thinking. The point is to show what anarchy actually is with instances that are presented in film. SUBSCRIBE, RATE AND REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (or iTUNES)

Show Summary: Johnny Rocket, Raylene Lightheart, and The Voluntaryist are caught in a treacherous battle between free markets and socialism! The scales now tipped towards the collective, our three warriors must guard against the attack as they plan their strike. Great responsibility has been placed upon John Phillips Jr. who is the running mate for the freedom fighter Kimberly Ruff. John’s plan is to use the power of liberty and politics to shine a light on the corruption within the dark and grave political system.  John Phillips Jr. has watched the message of individual liberty get unnecessarily muddled and watered down, and now armed with his leather jacket of freedom, he hopes to strike back with precision an accuracy.” The liberty freedom fighters has assigned Liberty Doll to retrieve the guns from the gun grabbers and dumbocrats. Will Johnny and Raylene hold back the collective? Will John Phillips Jr and his leather jacket of freedom sway the powers that be to vote for him? Stay tuned to hear the John

A week ago, the 6th Circuit held that the government can not put chalk marks on tires of cars in an effort to catch those overstaying the government approved and allotted allowable time to park. The court held that such marking is a trespass on private property and an unreasonable search in violation of the 4th Amendment. While government chalk marks are among the least of the government’s constitutional violations, this case discusses the relevant analysis of unreasonable search cases. Its timely and unusual. Check it out. Links: The opinion: Taylor v Saginaw (PDF will download) www.opn.ca6.uscourts.gov/opinions.pdf/19a0076p-06.pdf Update to the opinion by the Sixth Circuit https://www.sixthcircuitappellateblog.com/case-updates/sixth-circuit-amends-chalking-decision-to-clarify-scope/

Today we have an interview with @MrPseu but first we check out the message of Manufacture of Consent by Twelve Foot Ninja. Isn’t this a book title? http://bit.ly/2URzBoC In I Heard This Happened: Noctiluca, a post rock album from Seattle artist Helms Alee. Nicky’s comments: : The album wafts from tight airy Harmonies to bludgeoning heavy guitars as deftly as a group can. It’s not quite lofi but feels purposefully minimalist at times. It’s dark and moody...albeit it won’t let you simmer in any specific mood too long, while never feeling jarring. http://helmsalee.bandcamp.com/album/noctiluca Kyle Meadows new record entitled Full Time Fever is my pock for this week. I wanted a record that would force me to slow down to listen. This record does that with falsetto vocals in a chorus of whispers with meandering loops of acoustic guitar. It's one part, Elliot Smith and one part Iron & Wine. :https://kylemeadows.bandcamp.com/album/full-time-fever We chat today with @MrPseu, one of the lords of the twitterve

Sherry and Alan set sail once again on the USS Troll. Sailing the political wasteland of intersectional feminists and Violent Authoritarians. 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. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/littleLproductions The Thin Blue Line Game: https://thinbluelinegame.com/?ref=69749&fbclid=IwAR1DOUTwqfhqXD7Pn6H6w36FTCBt9vPsxM20el9NrZb5k1vKMtEwTpNhc6s  

It was just earth day, so we thought we'd get off this filthy rock and head out on a Galaxy Quest. This is a fun homage movie to the Star Trek universe that stars Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver and Alan Rickman among others in a fun jaunt that may not give us much to talk about. We shall see. Never give up, never surrender. The alumni cast of a cult space TV show have to play their roles as the real thing when an alien race needs their help. By Grabthar's Hammer, by the Sons Of Warvan, you shall be avenged! Check out our guest's site: http://www.anarchistmom.com Join us next week as we don our sombreros of cultural appropriation and celebrate Cinco de Drinko in style with an analysis of Three Amigos. Show notes: http://www.lastnighters.com/69 Look for it at the Launch Pad Media, where they are always launching new ideas in your direction: www.thelaunchpadmedia.com Reel Unconventional Film Analysis. We use movies as a starting point for people who may not be familiar with this way of thinking. The poin

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.

This week, the Supreme Court agreed to hear three cases in 2020 concerning the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the prohibition against discrimination based on sex - and whether or not that includes discrimination based on LGBT status. The statute clearly applies to employment discrimination based on the sex of the employee - but does it also preclude discrimination based on LGBT status? Circuit Courts are split. The SCOTUS will address that split. They might even clarify it. We discuss the issues.  

Today we have an interview with Nathan Fraser but first we check out the message of Follow Your Arrow by Kacey Musgraves. Could it be any more libertarian? http://bit.ly/2W1xcJb In I Heard This Happened: Nicky brings us the Long Lungs Ep from California artist Kevin Nichols. His comments: Pure pastiche, The album fits great next to all the 90’s alternative I miss. The album hits hard and fast out the gate and each song moves from hook to hook as ferociously as possible. The longest song on the disc clocks in at 3:31 which means the songs are lean, all the fat trimmed. There’s the part of me that wonders what Matt Pinfield has to say about this guy. This stuff was written with fans of 120 Minutes in mind. http://kevinnichols.bandcamp.com/album/long-lungs I have a brit/dream pop EP here called School is Hard by High Vu. The vocals are all over the place. ( Don’t really know what I was talking about with the description from the show. Peter Gabriel?! Maybe he sounds like Mccartney might have at 16). It has a

Show Notes: Set sail on the U.S.S. Troll with Alan and Sherry as they talk about those dastardly Statists and their myths that just won’t die! 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. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/littleLproductions The Thin Blue Line Game: https://thinbluelinegame.com/?ref=69749&fbclid=IwAR1DOUTwqfhqXD7Pn6H6w36FTCBt9vPsxM20el9NrZb5k1vKMtEwTpNhc6s

We are joined by Stephen from AnarchoChristian to discuss the Mel Gibson movie, "The Passion of the Christ" for Easters. This was a potential powder-keg of an episode with two atheists and a Christian guest with a very controversial movie that intersects the not-polite conversation topics of politics and religion. We cross the streams for this extra-long Easter episode. The Passion of The Christ focuses on the last twelve hours of Jesus of Nazareth’s life. The film begins in the Garden of Olives where Jesus has gone to pray after The Last Supper. Jesus must resist the temptations of Satan. Betrayed by Judas Iscariot, Jesus is then arrested and taken within the city walls of Jerusalem where leaders of the Pharisees confirm him with the accusations of blasphemy and his trial results in a condemnation to death. Check out our guest's site: http://www.anarchochristian.com Join us next week as we get off this filthy rock, in honor of Earth Day, and head out on a “Galaxy Quest” with the Anarchist Mom. Show not