Best Factions Of Freedom Podcasts (2025)

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Thomas Aquinas’s Natural Law Theory: Brief Explanation (Aristotle’s Virtue Ethics Public Segment #4)

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This is a segment of an hour long lecture followed by a Q & A session for patrons of the Maurin Academy. To get the entire course and all the courses, reading groups and our lecture series, support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/maurinacademy Find out more about our classes and see our schedule here: https://pmaurin.org Political Philosophy Pod…

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The Quality of Friendships: Does it Matter for Politics? Aristotle’s Virtue Ethics Public Segment #3 18:42

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This is a segment of an hour long lecture followed by a Q & A session for patrons of the Maurin Academy. To get the entire course and all the courses, reading groups and our lecture series, support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/maurinacademy Find out more about our classes and see our schedule here: https://pmaurin.org Political Philosophy Pod…

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Introduction to Aristotle’s Virtue Ethics, Public Segment #2: The Mean Between Extremes

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This is a segment of an hour long lecture followed by a Q & A session for patrons of the Maurin Academy. To get the entire course and all the courses, reading groups and our lecture series, support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/maurinacademy Find out more about our classes and see our schedule here: https://pmaurin.org Political Philosophy Pod…

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Introduction to Ivan Illich: A New Maurin Academy Class Starting June 17 7:42

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Starting June 19, the Maurin Academy will host a class by Deacon Chris May on Ivan Illich. Here Deacon May discusses who Illich was and why we should know more about him. Maurin Academy Patreon (join at the Salt of the Earth for all recordings of this and all our classes, or Worker-Scholar level for live access to all our content plus our recording…

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The Relationship Between Freedom and Justice (Federalist 51, Part 3)

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We finish up Federalist 51 and end the series on Federalist 10 and 51, the basics of American Political Thought. Get Laurie’s book, The Gap in God’s Country, at most bookstores in paperback and hardcover. Laurie’s book on Kindle: https://a.co/d/9m0zrg8 The Maurin Academy: https://pmaurin.org Support the Maurin Academy on Patreon: patreon.com/maurin…

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Ep 67 | How to get clarity around money. 31:40

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We believe that it’s possible or not possible to manifest wealth, money, and material objects. Learn from Louisa and Larry why this is the wrong question. The social media influencers, digital funnel marketers, and how to improve gurus project their opinions about how to win, succeed, and thrive onto the huddled masses yearning to be free. Rather t…

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Ep 66 | Why it’s possible for the world to change. 30:55

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It’s not fixed truth that Silicon Valley, Wall Street, and Popular Influencers will retain control of the society, money, and stages. The rise of the Liberation Mechanics matters more than unplugging the Opinion Projectors on social media, private MasterMind groups, and networking events. In fact it’s not necessary or possible to unplug somebody wh…

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Ep 65 | Working together in flow without meetings. 30:19

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Management gurus aren’t teaching entrepreneurs what works but rather best practices. Part of Founder’s Mode is knowing your own way, how flow works, and not meeting all the time. Most entrepreneurs, coaches, and service providers spent money with gurus that steered them down the wrong path. The lessons bear fruit either way. We talk from experience…

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Ep 63 | How to get technology clarity when the software sucks. 31:14

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Silicon Valley left a legacy. We got amazing technology but it rarely works properly. Instead of drowning or fighting the corporate entrepreneur technology bots talk with Jesse on campus. The social media influencers, digital funnel marketers, and how to improve gurus project their opinions about how to win, succeed, and thrive onto the huddled mas…

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Ep 62 | How to bypass arguing factions for profit. 32:19

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Market celebrities and social climbers form into groups and fight with each other projecting their opinions onto the other side. What if no sides existed in your own mind and you bypassed this? The rise of the Liberation Mechanics matters more than unplugging the Opinion Projectors on social media, private MasterMind groups, and networking events. …

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American Liberty: How Is It Secured? (Federalist 51 Part 2)

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In Federalist 51, the author asserts that the legislative branch is always the strongest branch in a republic. Why, and is this true? The founders wanted a government that helped people enjoy their liberty, but has the definition of liberty changed? Get Laurie’s book, The Gap in God’s Country, at most bookstores in paperback and hardcover. Laurie’s…

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Are Checks and Balances Necessary in the US Constitution? (Federalist 51, Part 1) 21:23

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The American founders were concerned about one branch of government becoming too powerful and trampling on the freedoms of Americans by suppressing the other branches’ freedom. Here Madison or Hamilton (which one is not clear) discusses how the new constitution tries to reduce the chances of this happening through separation of powers and checks an…

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Madison Would Be Surprised — and Disappointed (Federalist 10, Part 4) 20:58

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James Madison tried hard to faction-proof the US Constitution, but he did not anticipate the effects of instant media and the massification of modern populations. Get Laurie’s book, The Gap in God’s Country, at most bookstores in paperback and hardcover. Laurie’s book on Kindle: https://a.co/d/9m0zrg8 The Maurin Academy: https://pmaurin.org Support…

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Did Madison Foresee the Demise of Democracy? (Federalist 10, Part 3) 29:04

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Madison devoted the majority of Federalist paper #10 to the dangers of a violent majority faction and corrupt demagogues. In this part of the paper, we see Madison hoping that a large republic will prevent such a faction from existing, or if it exists, will blunt its ability to tyrannize over the rest of the citizens. Get Laurie’s book, The Gap in …

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James Madison Warns Against Violent Majority Factions & Demagogues (Federalist 10, Part 2) 22:41

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Laurie continues her series of Federalist 10 and 51. This is the second video on Federalist 10, heading into how to handle the effects of a violent faction of the majority, and the threat of demagogues. Get Laurie’s book, The Gap in God’s Country at most bookstores in paperback and hardcover. Laurie’s book on Kindle: https://a.co/d/9m0zrg8 The Maur…

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Ep 61 | How to deal with the politics in your market. 31:57

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Markets carve out differences when celebrities who succeed big present opposing sides. Rather than pick a side create your own side which works to make you money and succeed your way.The power of direct attack requires superior military power in battle. In the real world David fells Goliath through an alternative approach.Consider becoming the Unco…

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Ep 60 | We talk about Opinion Projectors who impacted us. 40:23

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Most entrepreneurs, coaches, and service providers spent money with gurus that steered them down the wrong path. The lessons bear fruit either way. We talk from experience about our learnings.The beta test was messy but fruitful. Our pilot took a year to complete. Now, the Entrepreneur Experience is up and running with success.Learn more about what…

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Ep 59 | How to find your way through guru opinions. 30:13

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The rise of the Liberation Mechanics matters more than unplugging the Opinion Projectors on social media, private MasterMind groups, and networking events.In fact it’s not necessary or possible to unplug somebody who thinks they know the answer for me and you. What is possible is to opt-out of following and learn how to benefit from them.The strugg…

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New Dialectic of Enlightenment Reading Group Starting March 19, 2025

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You can find out more about this reading group and the ways to join here: https://pmaurin.org/reading-dialectic-of-enlightenment-with-jakob-hanschu/ Support us on Patreon at any level and get in on Jakob’s reading group and more: https://patreon.com/maurinacademy Political Philosophy Podcast: https://political-philosophy.com Dustbowl Diatribes and …

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Federalist 10 Deciphered: Madison on the Dangers of Factions and the Separation of Powers (Part 1)

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Laurie begins a short series on Federalist 10 and 51, untangling the antiquated language of these important writings by the American founders having to do with important constitutional principles such as the separation of powers and checks and balances. She starts with Federalist 10 and the question of how to stop violent factions from overtaking a…

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What Did Plato Say About Democracy and Demagogues? 40:52

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Laurie discusses Plato’s view of democracy–its strengths and weaknesses, particularly its vulnerability to demagogues–and what he thought about other types of regimes. Pardon the reverberation on this recording! Get Laurie’s book, The Gap in God’s Country. Kindle: https://a.co/d/9m0zrg8 The Maurin Academy: https://pmaurin.org Support the Maurin Aca…

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HUMBLE IS What We Need – Sit Down!

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You’re lucky Laurie isn’t ending that sentence the way Kendrick does. Get Laurie’s book, The Gap in God’s Country in hardcover, paperback and kindle/e-edition. Kindle: https://a.co/d/9m0zrg8 The Maurin Academy: https://pmaurin.org Support the Maurin Academy on Patreon: patreon.com/maurinacademyBy Political Philosophy: Dr Laurie M Johnson

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Coming Up: The Maurin Academy Speaker Series and Beyond 18:34

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Laurie discusses some plans for guest speakers, her new Great Books reading group, and plans for the channel. Maurin Academy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/maurinacademy Maurin Academy Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/the-maurin-academy-311669 Political Philosophy: https://political-philosophy.com Dustbowl Diatribes and Political Philoso…

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The AI Contract, Volatile Vaxxers & Raid Results 5:26:00

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[Rumble Video Version: https://rumble.com/v6f3uma-sn1502-the-ai-contract-volatile-vaxxers-and-raid-results-.html] [Episode Article: https://factionsoffreedom.jimdofree.com/2025/01/31/sn1502-the-ai-contract-volatile-vaxxers-raid-results/] This week we take an unusual and atypical approach towards looking at the strange events we see taking place. Fr…

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Direct Action vs. Liberal Charity (Gap in God’s Country Segment from Session5 )

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Dr. Laurie M. Johnson discussing themes from her new book, subtitled A Longer View On Our Culture Wars, focusing on solving political disputes. This session dealt with direct action vs. the charity model. Get the book: https://a.co/d/9sJwfDe Kindle: https://a.co/d/9m0zrg8 The Maurin Academy: https://pmaurin.org Support the Maurin Academy on Patreon…

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Gazing Into the Abyss of Deep Pluralism (w/ Benjamin Studebaker) Dustbowl Diatribes SO 3, Ep. 27 1:06:00

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Spencer and Laurie talk with Benjamin Studebaker about his new book, Legitimacy in Liberal Democracies. Studebaker will give a speech for the Maurin Academy March 3, 2025. Maurin Academy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/maurinacademy Maurin Academy Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/the-maurin-academy-311669 Political Philosophy Podcast: htt…

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Trumpnocracy, Project Stargate & Deportation Efforts 6:05:00

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[Rumble Video Version: https://rumble.com/v6cleej-sn1501-trumpnocracy-project-stargate-and-deportation-efforts-.html] [Episode Article: https://factionsoffreedom.jimdofree.com/2025/01/24/sn1501-trumpnocracy-project-stargate-deportation-efforts/] Just like that, we’re back from our break to start Season 15 covering the craziest turn of events, and w…

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Narcissistic Leaders in Church and State–Segments from Session 4 of The Gap in God’s Country series

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These are segments of the fourth session in Dr. Laurie M Johnson’s 5-part series on her new book, The Gap in God’s Country: A Longer View on Our Culture Wars (Wipf & Stock, 2024). Dr. Laurie M. Johnson discussing themes from her new book, subtitled A Longer View On Our Culture Wars, focusing on solving political disputes. You can see all five full …

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The Gap in God’s Country: Segments From Session 3 20:24

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Dr. Laurie M. Johnson discussing themes from her new book, subtitled A Longer View On Our Culture Wars, focusing on solving political disputes. You can join in live for the following sessions by registering on Eventbrite or joining us on Patreon. All of the registration information can be found on our website: https://pmaurin.org/the-gap-in-gods-co…

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Explore Carl Jung’s The Undiscovered Self in Monthly Sessions! 15:46

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Starting January 2, Laurie Johnson will be holding first Thursday monthly sessions in a new reading group. The first book covered (over three monthly sessions) will be Carl Jung’s The Undiscovered Self. Discussion can continue on the Maurin Academy Slack Great Books channel. Reading is optional as Dr Johnson will be discuss the selection at the beg…

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Cultural Rot, Quademic & Reducing Humanity 5:26:00

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[Rumble Video Version: https://rumble.com/v63dxoq-sn1443-cultural-rot-quademic-and-reducing-humanity.html] [Episode Article: https://factionsoffreedom.jimdofree.com/2024/12/27/sn1443-cultural-rot-quademic-reducing-humanity/] In this unceremonious season finale, we talk about some of the many things we’ve learned this year while still bringing you t…