In this episode, Doug Stuart chats with Chris Freiman, who’s back on the podcast to discuss his new book, Libertarianism, the Basics. Chris is an economics professor at West Virginia University, and dives into the nitty-gritty of what libertarianism really is and brings us up to speed on some modern issues that libertarians care about.

The two cover everything from why tariffs can get sticky—especially with Trump’s policies—to the hot debate over living wages and immigration. Chris shares his take that maybe the world isn’t as bad off as some people think, thanks to the free market and economic progress. He also brings some fun moments with Seinfeld references and talks about why he can’t stay away from correcting economic misconceptions on Twitter (or X, as we’re apparently calling it now).

Listeners will get a kick out of hearing how his book, co-written with Jess Flanagan, tackles big questions in a way that’s both deep and approachable. Plus, they ponder whether Elon Musk's new government efficiency venture will actually pan out and whether Musk is doing a good job or not.

If you're looking to get a handle on libertarian ideas with a good mix of humor and thought-provoking discussion, this episode is for you. Tune in for a great conversation!

Show Notes:
- Follow Chris on X: @cafreiman
- Chris's Substack: freiman.substack.com

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In this episode of the Libertarian Christian Podcast, guest host Kerry Baldwin interviews Andrew Kern, founder of the Circe Institute, to explore classical education from a Christian perspective. They discuss how classical education cultivates wisdom and virtue, contrasting it with conventional education’s focus on job training and economic utility. Kern emphasizes the Socratic and mimetic teaching methods, which foster critical thinking and mental harmony, and critiques the fragmented, age-segregated conventional model for neglecting the soul and Christ as the logos. The conversation highlights the healing power of reflective thought, the importance of Christian classical education in fulfilling cultural traditions, and its role in preparing individuals for meaningful vocations by prioritizing wisdom over mere activism or economic fit.

Additional Resources:
- https://circeinstitute.org
- https://classicalu.com/andrew-kern
- https://amzn.to/4jBawKm

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Host Cody Cook welcomes Alexandre Christoyannopoulos to talk about Christian anarchism, Christian pacifism, and whether these ideas are practical and achievable. Alex is a lecturer in Politics and International Relations at Loughborough University and the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Pacifism and Nonviolence. He's also the author of the excellent book Christian Anarchism: A Political Commentary on the Gospel. This was a great conversation that we are excited to share with you all.

Alexandre’s website

Get his book Christian Anarchism

Follow him on Twitter

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