Episodes

  • Spangle on the HarderBrunch Podcast: Working in Comedy, Podcasting, and Politics
    Jul 26 2024
    Originally aired on the HarderBrunch Podcast on June 24, 2024. Video - https://youtu.be/wGiOM0lWhWk?si=mLEpmlNLyoMiKsJp On this episode of the Harder Brunch Podcast, we talk with Podcast Producer Chris Spangle (@cspangle) about working at the Bob and Tom Show, being a celebrity judge, and egg nog… Welcome to the Harder Brunch Podcast, where we blend the finest flavors of comedy and culture, dishing out engaging and entertaining conversations with a diverse array of personalities from across various industries. We invite guests rocking the worlds of stand-up comedy, food service, entrepreneurship, and beyond each week with your hosts Dyke Michaels and Thaddaeus J Mckee. Our podcast celebrates good vibes and the magic that unfolds when you gather people around a table. We treat our guests to a delicious five-course brunch and then dive into intriguing conversations that'll have you craving more. Each episode of the Harder Brunch Podcast features an exceptional lineup of guests, including comedians making their mark on the stand-up scene, passionate food truck owners, talented musicians, and innovative entrepreneurs. As we share a delectable brunch specially prepared for our guests, we dive into deep and entertaining conversations that cover a range of topics - from the creative process behind stand-up comedy to the challenges of running a food business and everything in between. The Harder Brunch Podcast nourishes the mind, body, and soul with its unique fusion of humor, culture, and insight. Whether you're a comedy enthusiast, a food lover, or simply someone who appreciates thought-provoking conversations, our podcast is guaranteed to leave you feeling inspired, informed, and thoroughly entertained. So, pull up a chair, grab a plate, and get ready to indulge in the most satisfying brunch experience you'll ever have - the Harder Brunch Podcast! Remember to subscribe and tune in every Monday for a fresh serving of food, fun, and fascinating discussions with the personalities shaping our world today. Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Biden Is Out: What Comes Next?
    Jul 22 2024
    Joe Biden has dropped out of the Presidential race, which clears a path for Vice President Kamala Harris to run against Republican Donald Trump. We discuss how Biden decided and what happens next at the DNC convention. Video - https://youtu.be/KsPbwpHRQrM Kamala Harris's Record - https://www.chrisspangle.com/p/452-kamala-harriss-record How Biden Decided - https://www.politico.com/news/2024/07/21/why-biden-dropped-out-00170106 The delegate process: What happens next now that Biden has dropped out? - https://www.politico.com/news/2024/07/21/what-next-biden-00170001 Where can the money go: https://www.wsj.com/articles/biden-has-100-million-reasons-to-stay-in-election-finance-d8a2dfdf Democrats are a healthier party - https://politicalwire.com/2024/07/21/thoughts-on-joe-biden-stepping-aside/ Democrats Donate More Than $50 Million Online After Biden’s Exit - https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/21/us/politics/bidens-exit-democratic-donations.html Trump donated to Harris for AG - https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/07/21/donald-trump-donation-kamala-harris-campaign-california/74493046007/ How the Bet on an 81-Year-Old Joe Biden Turned Into an Epic Miscalculation - https://www.wsj.com/politics/elections/joe-biden-age-condition-before-election-drop-out-c9fc46ef This Is Exactly What the Trump Team Feared - https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/07/trump-campaign-biden-dropping-out/679183/ It's Been Easy To Forget How Bad Kamala Harris Is - https://reason.com/2024/07/21/its-been-easy-to-forget-how-bad-kamala-harris-is/ Kamala Harris Is a Cop Who Wants To Be President - https://reason.com/2019/06/03/kamala-harris-is-a-cop-who-wants-to-be-president/ Cheeky video mocks Kamala Harris for "unburdened" catch-phrase - https://youtu.be/Ovi_raayD44?si=ZvlS9oEvvUKeiBV9 Coconut Tree - https://x.com/bailey_s26/status/1808313176402153792 Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 mins
  • Replay: Kamala Harris's Record
    Jul 22 2024
    From 8-16-2020 Chris Spangle and Rhinehold discuss the rise and prosecutorial record of Sen. Kamala Harris, who is now the presumptive nominee for Vice President on the Democratic ticket. Time Stamps: 00:12:30 - Harris' Background and Rise to Prominence 00:33:56 - Harris' Record as Prosecutor 00:54:00 - Ethical Problems As a Prosecutor 01:16:36 - Why vote third-party? Show Notes: https://wearelibertarians.com/wp-content/uploads/KamalaHarrisRecordShowNotes.pdf Video: https://youtu.be/J9gbhm306f4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • Trump Survives Assassination Attempt, Biden May Drop Out
    Jul 19 2024
    Chris and Rinehold discuss the chaotic and rapidly changing political landscape. Topics include Biden's potential drop out of the race, the recent assassination attempt on Trump, the implications of Chevron deference being overturned, and the constant pressure to keep up with current political events. Chris shares personal challenges amid this chaos and reflects on U.S. politics' increasing uncertainty and unpredictability. The discussion also covers the possible manipulation within Biden's campaign, the impact of Project 2025, and speculations on the future of both Biden and Trump in the upcoming election. Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • David Boaz of the Cato Institute on the Rule of Law
    Jun 14 2024
    Sadly, David Boaz of the Cato Institute passed away this past week. We were honored to speak to Boaz shortly after January 6th in 2021. David Boaz is the executive vice president of the Cato Institute and has played a key role in the development of the Cato Institute and the libertarian movement. He is the author of The Libertarian Mind: A Manifesto for Freedom and the editor of The Libertarian Reader. He joins Chris Spangle to discuss the importance of the rule of law in a free society. View his bio here: https://www.cato.org/people/david-boaz Learn more about the rule of law: https://www.libertarianism.org/topics/rule-law And https://www.libertarianism.org/media/around-web/essential-hayek-rule-law Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • Exploring Faith, Family, Poetry and Philosophy with Leslie Corbly
    Jun 11 2024
    Leslie Corbly is an independent writer who joins Chris Spangle to discuss her work as a Christian libertarian writer using themes to critique progressive ideologies through poetry. They delve into her latest collection, 'Silent Suffering: Poems of Pain and Purpose,' while exploring themes such as pain, love, and hypocrisy in modern culture. Additionally, Chris reflects on how fatherhood has shifted his career goals from online fame to community service, sharing a personal parenting moment. Both Chris and Leslie emphasize the importance of integrity in content creation and public discourse, with Leslie discussing her use of platforms like Substack and Instagram to share her meaningful poetry. Leslie Corbly's Website - https://lesliecorbly.com/ Silent Suffering: Poems of Pain and Purpose - https://amzn.to/3yQ1Xcw Video - https://youtu.be/f25nG1xPRDs Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • David Boaz of the Cato Institute on Three Principles of Libertarianism
    Jun 9 2024
    Sadly, David Boaz of the Cato Institute passed away this past week. No one shaped my view of libertarianism more than Boaz through his writing and speeches. Here, he speaks on the Three Principles of Libertarianism. This was recorded at Student's For Liberty's LibertyCon 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • Breaking Down Trump's Legal Battle and Conviction in New York with Attorney Abdul-Hakim Shabazz
    Jun 7 2024
    Chris Spangle and Rhinehold welcome attorney and commentator Abdul-Hakim Shabazz to discuss if Donald Trump deserved to be tried, if he will go to jail, and if he will be re-elected. They explore how Trump's legal team handled the situation, the intricacies of falsifying business records charges, and the potential implications for Trump's political future. Additionally, the conversation touches on the impact of Trump's behavior on the Republican Party and the political landscape in general. Transcript - https://share.descript.com/view/B1FGiMc7Rxe Video - https://youtube.com/live/kL6BSlBOfro?feature=share Do you have comments or questions about this episode? Visit it on ChrisSpangle.com and leave one! --- Join our Patreon now for commercial-free shows, bonus content, and our complete archives - https://www.patreon.com/wearelibertarians --- Join our Facebook Group to meet other listeners. - https://www.facebook.com/groups/walnutssociety --- Visit Chris-Spangle.com to see my other podcasts and projects or to add me on social. www.Chris-Spangle.com --- Looking to start a podcast? Download my podcast Podcasting and Platforms now, and check out my recommendations for buying the right equipment. Chris Spangle and Leaders and Legends, LLC edited and produced this podcast. If you want to start a podcast or take yours to the next level, please get in touch with us at LeadersAndLegends.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 mins