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  • Humor, Self-Deception & the Mind Games of Politics (ep 324)

    Humor, Self-Deception & the Mind Games of Politics (ep 324)
    Mar 18 2026
    This a rebroadcast from March 31, 2021

    Why do people believe things that clearly contradict reality? Why does humor often reveal truths that political debate hides?

    In this episode of Libertarians Talk Psychology, we explore the fascinating connection between humor, self-deception, and political belief systems. From cognitive dissonance to tribal thinking, politics is often less about logic and more about the psychological tricks our brains play on us.

    We discuss how comedy can expose contradictions in ideology, how voters rationalize bad policies, and why self-deception may be one of the most powerful forces shaping political narratives.

    Topics include:
    • The psychology behind political self-deception
    • Why humor is a powerful tool for revealing truth
    • Cognitive biases that influence voters
    • Tribalism and identity in modern politics
    • Why people defend ideas even when evidence says otherwise
    If you enjoy conversations that mix psychology, political philosophy, humor, and libertarian perspectives, this episode will give you plenty to think (and laugh) about.

    🎧 Listen, question assumptions, and explore how the mind shapes politics.


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    20 m
  • The Real Problem with Drugs | Libertarians Talk Psychology – War on Drugs, Addiction & Government Failure

    The Real Problem with Drugs | Libertarians Talk Psychology – War on Drugs, Addiction & Government Failure
    Mar 11 2026
    This is a rebroadcast from ep 73

    In this episode of Libertarians Talk Psychology, we examine the real problem with drugs and why government policies have consistently failed to address addiction and substance abuse.

    While governments struggle to manage even legal drugs like alcohol, prescription medications, and opioids, their approach to illegal drugs through the War on Drugs has been even more destructive. Decades of prohibition, criminalization, and enforcement have created black markets, fueled organized crime, and often made addiction problems worse rather than better.

    From a psychological and libertarian perspective, we discuss how human behavior, incentives, and public policy intersect when it comes to drugs. Why do prohibition policies fail? What psychological realities about addiction do policymakers ignore? And why have some countries taken approaches that reduce harm more effectively?

    We also explore how alternative drug policies used around the world, including harm reduction and decriminalization strategies, have produced better outcomes than the traditional War on Drugs model.

    Topics discussed include:
    • The psychology of addiction
    • Government failure in drug policy
    • The unintended consequences of prohibition
    • The War on Drugs and black markets
    • Harm reduction and alternative drug policies
    • What libertarian principles say about drug legalization and personal liberty

    If you're interested in psychology, economics, public policy, and libertarian philosophy, this episode offers a thoughtful discussion about why drug policy often goes wrong—and what could work better.

    Clip Used:
    Purdue Pharma’s Sackler Family Opioid Deal in Jeopardy
    By: Judge Napolitano - Judging Freedom


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    22 m
  • Libertarians Talk Psychology: Bureaucracy, Organizational Behavior & Human Productivity (ep 322)

    Libertarians Talk Psychology: Bureaucracy, Organizational Behavior & Human Productivity (ep 322)
    Mar 4 2026
    This is a rebroadcast from episode 30

    In this episode of Libertarians Talk Psychology, we explore the psychology behind bureaucracy through the lens of organizational behavior and libertarian thought.

    Why do bureaucratic systems grow?
    How do group dynamics shape decision-making?
    And what happens to human productivity when structure turns into stagnation?

    We break down the social group phenomena that define bureaucratic institutions — from diffusion of responsibility and hierarchy reinforcement to risk aversion and institutional inertia. Using insights from organizational psychology, we discuss how centralized systems impact creativity, innovation, and individual motivation.

    We also examine a powerful thematic clip from Jupiter Ascending that highlights the absurdity and complexity of intergalactic bureaucracy — and why it feels so familiar in our own world.

    If you're interested in psychology, libertarian philosophy, organizational reform, and the human side of productivity, this episode connects the dots between theory, culture, and real-world systems.

    🎧 Listen, follow, and share if you enjoy deep dives into psychology and liberty.


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    29 m
  • Our Empire’s 250yr Cycle!

    Our Empire’s 250yr Cycle!
    Feb 25 2026
    Our country may be facing the real possibility of a 10 year upheaval of our entire civilization! This would be consistent with world historical observations for the Tytler cycle, and for the civilization time cycles revealed by Ray Dalio.

    So, is there reason to believe that the current US cycle is near its termination? Listen to some of the podcast part of the problem and see what you think.And if so, how do we protect our families?

    Clip Used:
    Dave Smith | Pam Bondi is Cooked | Part Of The Problem 1360
    By: Dave Smith @PartOfTheProblem


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    24 m
  • The Dark Side of Altruism (ep 320)

    The Dark Side of Altruism (ep 320)
    Feb 18 2026
    Julie discusses the four social instincts and how they are represented in the political sphere. Then she talks about the three disadvantages of altruism, including waste, codependency, and social games. Social games are played by political people where they pretend to be the rescuers and have to have others to be the victims.

    Clip Used:
    Starfleet Academy - This Show Is Pure Torture
    By: The Critical Drinker



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    28 m
  • The Boomers’ Business World has Changed! (ep 319)

    The Boomers’ Business World has Changed! (ep 319)
    Feb 11 2026
    Mission, strategy, and planning are still important for business, even within government organizations. But almost all group and individual communications are evolving away from the old styles due to texting, emails, phone messages, and social media. In-person communication used to be very important, but not necessarily now.

    Examples of change areas include management, sales, delegation, staffing, and client contact. Good luck to you youngsters!


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    21 m
  • Assimilate this! Toxic followers vs individuality (ep. 318)

    Assimilate this! Toxic followers vs individuality (ep. 318)
    Feb 4 2026
    This is a rebroadcast of episode 36

    In this episode of Libertarians Talk Psychology, we take on the danger of toxic followers, herd mentality, and the pressure to assimilate—politically, socially, and psychologically.

    Using concepts from group dynamics, social conformity, and psychological distortion, we explore how individuals surrender independent thought in exchange for belonging—and why this mindset is especially destructive to libertarian philosophy.

    We break down the importance of individual thinking, personal responsibility, and independent decision-making, drawing connections between psychology, politics, and culture.

    Clip from:
    Star Trek: First Contact — the Borg, collectivism, and the ultimate warning against forced unity
    Resistance isn’t futile. Individuality matters. https://amzn.to/4c1iMCD

    Check out the video of this podcast:
    https://youtu.be/N1I5CZvotFY?si=Djv3lA7SSrDeGP46


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    23 m
  • Tariffs and More Tariffs! (ep 317)

    Tariffs and More Tariffs! (ep 317)
    Jan 28 2026
    Maybe it’s time to give up on these misleading politicians and instead just concentrate on our individual freedoms! Trump spoke at the world economic forum and made some really good humorous arguments, and also some really confusing points.

    Finally there appears to be some quantitative evidence about the effectiveness of tariffs. The Ron Paul podcast brings this to our awareness.

    Clip Used:
    'Give Me Greenland!' - Angry Trump Threatens Europe With Tariffs
    By: RonPaulLibertyReport


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    25 m