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Connor Boyack Podcasts
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The Free Thought Project is an alternative media platform that has reached millions through the years with our articles and social media pages. We offer a perspective outside of the left right paradigm that values peace, freedom and truth.
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The homeschooling community is large, diverse, and ever-growing. There is so much we may learn from the successes, failures, and challenges of others in this community. We trust that you’ll find these conversations to be encouraging, thought-provoking, and equipping.
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Conspiracies, Politics, and Religion: Questioning Everything and Staying Uncomfortable
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We at Family Brand want to raise a war cry to families everywhere. Now is the time to TAKE BACK YOUR FAMILY. Develop a family culture where relationships last, and each member of the family is seen and valued for who they are. It is absolutely possible to raise a family today without fear of the future. Define who you are as a family, and what you stand for. Stop looking at the future with fear and uncertainty and start looking forward with a possibility of more. More love. More joy. More co ...
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Conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom — all in ardent pursuit of a life well lived.
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237. How Families Can Teach Freedom, Entrepreneurship, and Truth with Connor Boyack of The Tuttle Twins
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49:47Saving America at the Dinner Table What if the future of our country doesn’t hinge on elections, courtrooms, or political battles—but on family dinner conversations? That’s exactly the vision today’s guest, Connor Boyack, shares with us. Connor is the bestselling author of over 50 books, including the wildly popular Tuttle Twins series, which has s…
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502: Ron Paul’s Birthday: The INTERVIEWS w. Dave Smith, Tom Woods, Connor Boyack, Adam Johnson, Jason Rink, Buck Johnson, & Jordan Page
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1:12:27Here are the interviews and highlights that I got while at the Ron Paul 90th Birthday BBQ last week. Enjoy. Question everything. Stay uncomfortable. Lets get weird. Follow Dan: https://x.com/tsidpod Follow Dave: https://x.com/davevsgoliath1 Lone Star Injury Attorneys: https://lonestarinjuryattorneys.com Sheath Underwear: https://sheathunderwear.com…
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625. Rule 3/10 Keep good company. Who is influencing you?
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11:42Choose your friends wisely. Do they want the best for you? Are they good influences? Are YOU a good influence on your friends? Choosing people you associate with is actually a pretty important life skill!
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474 | Dear Mom, Don’t Give Up (Sean Allen) | REPLAY
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10:49You can't quit mom. You're simply too important. To others your work doesn't look like much and I know it often doesn't feel like much but if you left off sweeping your kitchen and nursing bruises and staging impromptu tea parties and the thousand other things you do to enrich the lives of your children, the world would fall apart. About Sean Sean …
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Guest Ben Swann - Assassination, Algorithms & Hegelian Dialectic: Decoding Charlie Kirk's Death
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1:05:23In this episode of The Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason, Don, and Matt sit down with Ben Swann — Emmy Award–winning journalist, founder of Truth in Media, and one of the most consistent independent voices in modern journalism. From his early Reality Check segments to his pioneering work today, Ben has built a reputation for exposing the narrativ…
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624. What Is The Road to Surfdom/Serfdom?
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13:28Over 80 years ago, economist F.A. Hayek wrote one of the most famous books in favor of individualism and free markets. It even inspired one of the Tuttle Twins books!
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505: The Assassination of Charlie Kirk w. Spike Cohen
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1:58:23Charlie Kirk of TPUSA has been assassinated. Spike Cohen joins Dan and Dave to discuss this and much more. On the Docket: * Charlie Kirk Assassinated * Epstein Birthday Cards * Subway Stabbings * Department of War * and more! Question everything. Stay uncomfortable. Lets get weird. Follow Spike: https://x.com/realspikecohen Follow Dan: https://x.co…
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623. Not Yours to Give — A Davy Crockett Story
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18:03This story was so impactful for Ron Paul that he kept copies in his congressional office to pass out. Our thinking about the role of government and legitimate use of taxpayer funds has radically changed since Davy Crockett was a congressman. Did you know Davy Crockett was a congressman?
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236. Becoming Dangerous...Being Strong Enough to Play, Protect, and Participate as a Parent
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22:15Getting Off the Sidelines Have you ever looked around and realized that too many parents are sitting on the sidelines of their kids’ lives? Chris had this exact thought during a recent Girl Dad camp, where he noticed how many dads struggled to fully participate in simple activities like soccer, frisbee, or even just running around with their daught…
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The first ten amendments to the Constitution were so important, they were given their own name, "The Bill of Rights."
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504: Thomas Massie’s America First - Creators’ Commentary w. Tom Woods
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45:01Dan & Dave are joined by the great Tom Woods to share and discuss the behind the scenes process, the motivation, and inspiration that went into creating Thomas Massie’s America First by Tom Woods and Dan Smotz. MassieAF.com Question everything. Stay uncomfortable. Lets get weird. Follow Tom: https://x.com/thomasewoods Follow Dan: https://x.com/tsid…
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621. Why Did New York's Best Teacher Quit Teaching?
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15:26As students head back to school, it's important the lessons John Taylor Gatto about what education should and shouldn't be.
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492 | How to Focus Despite Distractions (Janice Campbell) | REPLAY
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12:18As parents, it can be tough to stay focused through a day of homeschooling or working from home. Here are a few tips to help you manage some of the most common distractions that can keep you from getting done the things you really want to do. About Janice Janice Campbell, a lifelong reader and writer, loves to introduce students to great books and …
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Guest: Chris Hunt - Cowboy Wisdom for Modern Living: The Code of the West Explained
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1:10:06In this episode, we sit down with Chris Hunt, the mind behind The Code of the West. We talk about the decline in masculinity and the shifting roles of men and women, through the libertarian lens of leaving people alone. We dig into the tension between those who claim to embrace Western values but reveal themselves as openly racist — and how that un…
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235. 7 Ways to Help Your Teen Stay Connected at Home
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29:33Helping Teens Connect at Home If you’ve ever felt like your teens are drifting toward their rooms, screens, or independence a little faster than you’d like, you’re not alone. In this episode, Chris and Melissa open up about the rhythms, struggles, and small wins of keeping their three teenagers connected and interactive with family life. They share…
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620. In praise of homeschool moms, opportunity cost
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11:31Is homeschool really cheaper than public school? Rachel makes the case for why it is not for most families, but that is not why we homeschool! We homeschool because it is right for our families and SO worth it! We explore the concept of opportunity cost.
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503: Patriots BURN the American Flag
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1:32:23Today, Dan Smotz & Dave Casey watch the world burn, while laughing their way thru all the most important articles in the news… and a whole lot of unimportant ones as well. On the Docket: * Cracker Barrel Backfire * Patriots BURN the US Flag * Trump’s Friend Ghislaine * GOP vs 1A * and more! Question everything. Stay uncomfortable. Lets get weird. F…
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Nearly 600 years before the Revolutionary War, English Barons created a revolutionary document that laid the foundation for the Constitution.
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Guest: 7Sees - Connecting the Dots of Control: Palantir, Flock Cameras & Data Centers
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58:50In this episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with independent journalist 7sees, whose unique investigative style has been gaining serious attention. Known for his striking use of the Obsidian platform to create intricate “idea webs,” 7sees has developed a method of reporting that helps people connect the dots on ever…
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234. Girl Dad Camp: Boosting Confidence, Connection, and Courage in Our Daughters
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24:27This week’s episode is a special one—Chris is back from Girl Dad Camp and we’re unpacking everything he experienced alongside our daughters, Ivy and Indy. Hosted at BYU and organized by the women’s athletics coaches, Girl Dad Camp is a weekend built for fun, connection, and, most importantly, confidence-building. With stations like pickleball, gymn…
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If good people who believe in liberty don't occupy those seats in government, someone else will! Sometimes its really hard for someone skeptical of government power to choose to be a part of the "leviathan" but let's think that through. And if you WANT to get involved in government, how do you get started? Rachel gives insights from her campaigns a…
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On today's episode, we celebrate former Congressman Ron Paul's 90th birthday and discuss what makes him so special.
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Guest: Sterlin Lujan - Stablecoins, Network States & the Battle for Decentralized Money
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1:02:40In this episode, Jason and Matt welcome their friend Sterling Lujan — a libertarian communicator, author, cryptocurrency advocate, and public speaker known for blending philosophy, psychology, and blockchain technology into a compelling vision for human freedom. Sterling has been a prominent voice in the liberty and crypto movements for over a deca…
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233. Intentional Back-to-School: Letting Your Kids Help Choose Their Education
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25:53Hey friends! It's that time of year again—backpacks, new shoes, and… big decisions about school. In this week’s episode, Chris and I open up about what school looks like for our family this year. With five kids in different grades (and different learning styles), we’ve never taken a one-size-fits-all approach to education—and this year is no differ…
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Greek philosopher Socrates believed that the best way to teach was by asking lots of questions to help someone think and find answers for themselves.
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501: Ron Paul’s Birthday & Republicans Reboot Reefer Madness w. Max
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1:23:15Today, Dan Smotz & Dave Casey are joined by Max to watch the world burn, while laughing their way thru all the most important articles in the news… and a whole lot of unimportant ones as well. On the Docket: * Ron Paul’s 90th Birthday BBQ 🍖 * Republican Reefer Madness 💨 * WNBA Fights BACK 🍆 * Mutant Rabbits 🐇 * and more! 🫨 Question everything. Stay…
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487 | Parenting Teen Boys with Brooke McGlothlin (Jessica Smartt)
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31:57In this episode Jessica and Brooke talk teen boys -- when to discipline, when to give them freedom, when and how to pray for them. It's an encouraging and helpful episode! About Brooke Brooke McGlothlin is the original founder and former leader of Million Praying Moms, and author of 8 books including her latest, Praying for Teen Boys: Partner with …
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As characters in stories go on adventures, face challenges, and learn important lessons, there comes a point where they must choose to either grow into someone braver, kinder, or wiser or go in the wrong direction and become more selfish, angry, or cruel.
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Rachel and Brittany tackle another one of the logical fallacies that prevent people from thinking rationally.
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500?!: Ghislaine Maxwell Pardons Trump
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1:25:10Today, Dan Smotz & Dave Casey watch the world burn, while laughing their way thru all the most important articles in the news… and a whole lot of unimportant ones as well. On the Docket: * Ghislaine Maxwell Pardons Trump * GOP Hatespeech Laws * Beyonce’s Jeans * Oval Office Announcement? * and more! Question everything. Stay uncomfortable. Lets get…
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613. What is The Importance of Delayed Gratification?
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13:30It's easy to get caught up in instant gratification. But more often than not, the things that offer you the most value are worth the wait.
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Guests: LFM & AKA: Kratom in the Crosshairs: A Battle for Freedom & Health
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1:06:51On this episode, Jason and Matt are joined by their close friend Luis Fernando Mises, along with Jennifer Gillis and Misty Brown, two tireless advocates with the American Kratom Association. Together, we dive deep into the criminalization of kratom — from Louisiana's looming ban to the federal government’s quiet war on natural medicine. Luis Fernan…
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Today, Dan Smotz & Dave Casey watch the world burn, while laughing their way thru all the most important articles in the news… and a whole lot of unimportant ones as well. On the Docket: * Trump’s Epstein Cover-Updates * Sydney Sweeney’s Nazi Jeans * Organ Harvesting * Dave Smith MURDERS Alex Berenson * and more! Question everything. Stay uncomfort…
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232. What If One Weekend Could Transform Your Family Forever?
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20:05Hey Family Brand, it’s Chris and Melissa here! We have something really special to share with you today. If you’ve ever felt like life is moving too fast, like your family is surviving more than thriving, or you just wish you had space to reconnect and refocus—this episode is for you. We're inviting you to something we’ve been dreaming about and wo…
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Sometimes we use humor to diffuse tense situations, but there are some situations where a joke can escalate things in really bad ways. Think: going through TSA at the airport. Or making fun of a friend, not knowing they are going through a hard time.
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People love to call others a "fascist" whenever they disagree with their political views. But what does that term really mean and our most people using it incorrectly?
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490 | Homeschooling Through Challenges: Moving (Julie Ross with Ana Willis) | REPLAY
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44:20The challenge of moving can bring chaos to the whole family, and throwing homeschooling into the mix is a recipe for complete overwhelm! In this episode, Julie talks with Ana Willis about how she tackled this challenge with her own family and how to make it manageable for parents and children. About Ana Ana is a wife and homeschool mom of three tur…
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Guest: Barrett Brown - Techno-Fascism 101: Thiel, Musk & The New Architecture of Control
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1:03:00In this powerful episode, Jason and Matt sit down with **Barrett Brown**—journalist, author, and one of the most persecuted truth-tellers of the digital age. A former spokesman for Anonymous and founder of Project PM, Barrett gained international attention for exposing the collusion between government surveillance agencies and private intelligence …
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231. Family Meeting that Don't Suck - How to Actually Make Them Work
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10:42Hey Family Brand! It’s Melissa here, and if you’ve ever tried to hold a family meeting that ended in chaos, eye-rolls, or zero follow-through… this episode is for you. We’re diving into a topic that might sound boring but can truly transform your family culture: family meetings. Trust me, I get it—most of us didn’t grow up doing these, and if we di…
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