The Chris Spangle Show

The Chris Spangle Show helps you make sense of current events, politics, and culture through the lenses of Christian faith and libertarian principles. With sharp analysis, historical insight, and relatable conversations, Chris offers clarity in chaos - encouraging personal responsibility, civic action, and thoughtful engagement with the world around us. Rejecting tribalism and top-down control, the show challenges you to lead with conviction, serve others, and live out the values that sustain a free and thriving society. Join us to defend liberty, strengthen your community, and renew culture - one conversation at a time.

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WAL: Trump vs. Biden Again? Really? And Debatin...
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.
90 min
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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 competing to get heard…What could go wrong? Prepare to be entertained.
116 min
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Robert Kennedy Jr. As the LP Nominee is a Viola...
Austin Peterson invited me on his show "Wake Up America" to comment on the discussions between Robert Kennedy Jr. and the Libertarian Party as its nominee in 2024, and why this would violate the promises made by the Mises Caucus in their takeover.
22 min
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Evaluating the Principles of the New Freedom Co...
Many members of the right have signed a new statement outlining the values of "freedom conservatism." Where can libertarians find agreement? Parker McCumber and I discuss where we agree and (mildly) disagree with their ten points.
37 min
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How will Artificial Intelligence Impact Educati...
John England, an Education Policy Analyst from the Libertas Institute, joins me again to discuss A.I. in education. While there are concerns about students' reliance on A.I. like ChatGPT for homework, we discuss how A.I. does not necessarily degrade education and can be used effectively for idea generation and refining writing projects. John also mentions useful A.I. tools like Khan Academy's Conmigo, an A.I. chatbot for teaching math. They further highlight the need for critical thinking in using A.I., especially with A.I. possibly providing information that may be 80% correct. Furthermore, they discuss how A.I. could potentially alleviate issues with overcrowded classrooms by serving as a personalized tutor.
25 min
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Why a Former Public School Teacher Is Now Fight...
Jon England is a former public school teacher turned school choice advocate. He realized that education entrepreneurship was exploding across the country, and he now helps accelerate ideas like microschools and educational savings accounts. He outlines for us, and any teachers listening, many opportunities for students in a new world of education.
34 min
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Will we all lose our jobs due to A.I.? With Joe...
I recently hosted Joe Gulesserian, author of 'The Practical MBA on Economics', to discuss the evolving topic of artificial intelligence. We discussed both positive and negative impacts of AI on various industries and professions, from manufacturing and programming to white-collar work and even espionage. Joe also expressed concerns about the potential for extensive job loss and universal basic income in a society dominated by AI. However, he wonders if we could possibly see a more efficient world with a shorter work week. The conversation raises intriguing questions about the future of work, the economy, and society in the age of A.I.
51 min
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Giving Your Kids a Passion Driven Education wit...
My guest Connor Boyack once said, "Until I graduated college, I never had the time, the mental energy to focus on what I was passionate about." This led him to ask , "How do I help my kids avoid the same fate I had?" The author of the popular Tuttle Twins series and President of the Libertas Institute walks us through how he teaches his kids using their own passions, and explains how you can do it as well.
33 min
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Why People Should Trust Free Markets with Art C...
Does the notion that the world isn’t as bad off as perceived and that free markets are beneficial sound absurd? Maybe to some. Yet economist and author Art Carden and I contend that we’re experiencing an unparalleled era in history, poised to improve further if driven by voluntary exchange. Join in the conversation to learn from Art, the author of the new book Strangers with Candy.
29 min
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How 1776 Created the Post-Christian West with A...
Andrew Wilson, author of 'Remaking the World', a book that offers a fresh perspective on the year 1776, outlines how this pivotal moment in history shaped the modern post-Christian West. While this year is chiefly remembered for the creation of America, Wilson speaks about the various critical moments and cultural shifts that occurred that year, ultimately shaping our present world. We discuss various topics, such as the impact of industrialization, romanticism, and enlightenment ideals, the evolving role of the church in society, and the importance of understanding history in the contemporary societal context.
38 min
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A Better Way To Do Foreign Aid with Brad Lips o...
Brad Lips is the Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Network, and he joins me to discuss how free markets lift people out of poverty in a more effective way than many forms of foreign aid.
25 min
62
WAL Live! - Are We Headed for a Civil War?
89 min
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Can Reformed Libertarianism Counter Christian N...
Christian Nationalism, Theonomy, and monarchism are on the rise in libertarian circles. The hosts of the Reformed Libertarians Podcast, Kerry Baldwin and Gregory Baus, join my to explain why the Reformed stream of Christianity is compatible with libertarianism, and why it offers a peaceful alternative to Christian Nationalism.
65 min
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Biden Administration Moves to Lower The Cost of...
Joe Biden is using a new tool from the Inflation Reduction Act to lower the cost of ten prescription drugs. Will it work? David B. McGarry is a policy analyst at the Taxpayers Protection Alliance and Young Voices Contributor, and he joins me to explain why it is likely to make things more expensive and less innovative in the prescription drug space.
19 min
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Javier Milei Is Elected in Argentina. Is He The...
Javier Milei is the new President-Elect of Argentina. Milei is known for his brash style of politics, but undergirding that is a solid belief in anarch-capitalist, libertarian, and Austrian economic philosophies. Austin Petersen of the Wake Up America Show on Rumble invited me on to discuss the highest elected libertarian in history.
17 min
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How To Not Be A Fat Dad - My Personal Trainer D...
I've just discovered that I am fat again... I invite on my personal trainer Sean Murphy of Blockhouse Fitness to have a frank conversation about what I need to do to get back on track, and he explains what you need to do to get started if you're stuck too.
66 min
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WAL: The Nashville Manifesto
In March, a shooter walked into a church school and killed six people. In the months leading up to it, they left behind writings, and they were leaked to talk show host Steven Crowder. What do these writings reveal? Why did the police not want them released? Is Crowder the right person to release the information? Chris and Harry discuss.
102 min
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Antisemitism on U.S. Campuses After the Hamas A...
I speak with Neetu Arnold, Research Fellow at the National Association of Scholars and a Young Voices contributor, about the recent responses of U.S. colleges to the attacks by Hamas on Israel on October 7th. We discuss the hesitancy of these universities to condemn the attacks, which has led to backlash from many major donors. We also delve into the issue of student loan reform under Joe Biden's administration and explore the trade-offs involved in these reforms.
36 min
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Who Is Mike Johnson, the New Speaker Of the House?
Rhinehold joins me as we recap the process that led up to Mike Johnson being voted in as the newest Speaker Of the House. Who is that? We share some details and look for points where he might agree or disagree with libertarian positions.
90 min
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Did You Know Police Can Seize Your Car and Don'...
Did you know that if you're pulled over, the cops can take your car and cash and never return it, even if you're never convicted? It is called civil asset forfeiture, and some reset court cases affect its use. Jill Jacobson joins me to explain what it means for anyone with red and blue lights in the rearview mirror.
22 min
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Is Argentina About To Elect an Austrian Economi...
On October 22, 2023, Argentinians will go to the polls and have a choice of three candidates, two of whom are libertarians. The front runner is Javier Milei, an Austrian economist firebrand who could occupy their government's top spot. Marcos Falcone helps us make sense of the economic crisis that led the country to liberalize and how reliable the anarchy-capitalist front-runner might be if elected.
27 min
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Watch My Network TV Debut Tomorrow Night! - Ms....
Ms. Pat Settles It debuts TOMORROW NIGHT on BET! I'm featured in it as a celebrity juror along side Ray J, Carmen Barton, and Jasmine Luv. Please watch it because you're going to love it. It's the craziest court show you've ever seen.
1 min
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A Massacre in Israel Leads to War in Gaza
On the morning of October 7, 2023, 1,500 Hamas fighters set in motion an attack plan two years in the making as they invaded Israel, leaving 1,354 dead, including 27 Americans. Now Israel is bombing Gaza in anticipation of a land invasion, and 1900 Gazans are dead, including 538 children. What will happen next, and how did we get here? Rhinehold and Vaughn Spargur join me next to discuss the 2023 Israel-Hamas war.
89 min
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Compassion Solves Problems In Ways Profit and C...
Daniel Johnson is the Executive Director of the Institute for Community Solutions, and he outlines the three ways to solve problems in society: through force via the government, through profit using the business sector, and through compassion within civil society. He outlines why the third option works best for any problem that requires compassion.
48 min
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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.
79 min