How Should We Treat Our Neighbor ?

Why is America suffering from political division and bitterness ?  Why do we disagree so much about government policy ?  What is the proper role of government ?  As a young man, I began pondering these questions in 1985.  It seemed to me that there must be an alternative to the two major political parties that have led us into this culture of discord.  After years of reading articles and books, and listening to lectures, I have found that alternative and have created podcasts to share it with you, dear listener (or reader).  A libertarian approach provides us with a perspective on life and government that resolves our current problems of political division and bitterness, allowing each of us to enjoy free and prosperous lives.  Of this, I hope to persuade you.

In the episode list below, click on the "+" icon to expand an item.  You will see a brief description of the episode, an audio player, and a link to a webpage containing a transcript.  The transcript also contains supporting notes and web links for quotes, definitions and other content contained in the associated episode.
Respond to comments and questions from a listener pertaining to episodes 1, 2 and 3.  Last updated on 2024 December 10.
Click here to view the transcript and notes for episode 5
Finish responding to objections to the idea of individual freedom.  Discuss freedom rankings and freedom's relation to propsperity.  Last updated on 2024 July 22.
Click here to view the transcript and notes for episode 4
Continue responding to objections to the idea of individual freedom.
Last updated on 2024 March 07.
Click here to view the transcript and notes for episode 3
Definitions of "freedom", "liberty", "coercion", "force" and "wealth".  Why we need freedom.  Responding to objections to the idea of individual freedom.
Last updated on 2023 December 17.
Click here to view the transcript and notes for episode 2
Introduction to this podcast series.  Consent, coercion, the role of government, pervasive coercion producing political discord, the libertarian perspective.
Last updated on 2023 December 08.
Click here to view the transcript and notes for episode 1
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