In this captivating episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Don speak with political activist, entrepreneur, and 2020 Libertarian Vice Presidential Candidate, Spike Cohen.

Spike shares his thoughts on one of the biggest news stories of the year: Julian Assange's release. We discuss the implications of Assange's guilty plea, including the possibility of a gag order or the removal of more documents from the WikiLeaks website. We also dive into the contentious debate over who deserves credit for his release.

The conversation then moves to Spike's recent debate with Parkland high school mass shooting survivor and gun control advocate David Hogg, where Spike discusses his strategy going into the debate. We then shift gears and ask Spike to name his top three "most important Libertarians in the world" right now, and his answers might surprise you!

The podcast concludes with Spike highlighting the current projects and recent accomplishments of his organization, "You Are The Power," which aims to "spread and act on the Principle of Human Respect."

This episode is packed with powerful analysis, a celebration of Julian Assange's freedom, and calls to action that will inspire even the most seasoned activists and Libertarians. (Length: 1:10:09) The Above Phone is the combination of secure hardware and free & open-source software, alongside privacy services and accessories to make it the best end-to-end privacy respecting solution available! Learn More About the Above Phone: https://abovephone.com/?above=thefreethoughtproject

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In this riveting episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Ian Smith, the co-owner of Atilis Gym in Bellmawr, New Jersey, and the author of "Find Your Hill: Worth Fighting For." Ian gained national attention for his defiant stand against the state's COVID-19 restrictions, keeping his gym open despite the draconian mandates.

During the podcast, Ian shares his harrowing battle against the state, highlighting the hypocrisy of politicians who blatantly disregarded their own rules. Ian provides a unique perspective on why these leaders acted with such impunity—to show that they are a higher class, not subject to the same rules as the rest of us.

The conversation also delves into the crucial role of the community and the many people who stood by Ian, offering their support in various forms. We discuss other business owners who faced similar closures and even imprisonment, and the local support they received, including instances of armed defense.

In a broader context, we explore the contentious issue of advocating for peace between Israel and Palestine. Ian points out the alarming trend of labeling anyone who speaks against bombing innocent civilians as an anti-semite.

As always, we end on a positive note. Ian shares his unique perspective on how politics alone cannot save us, emphasizing that true positive change comes from standing on principles and being a good person. This episode is a powerful reminder of the impact one individual can make by refusing to back down in the face of injustice.

Tune in to hear Ian Smith's compelling story and insights on this episode of the Free Thought Project podcast. (Length: 1:13:45) LFT - "Know Your Rights" (Children's Book): https://littlefreethinkers.com/

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In this episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Matt welcome back Hakeem Anwar, the visionary behind the "Take Back Our Tech" initiative. Hakeem is an experienced entrepreneur, founder and CEO of the Above Phone, and proponent of extremely private technology.

During our conversation, we delve into the types of surveillance we have to worry about on Windows and macOS, and explore Microsoft's new Recall feature. We also tackle the implications of new proposed laws, such as the EARN IT Act and FISA 702 Reauthorization, and how these measures threaten our privacy. Hakeem shares his insights on how Google and Apple track the world's WiFi access points, revealing the extent of surveillance we're all subjected to.

We discuss the alarming deployment of spyware like NSO’s Pegasus and the backdoors in our phones, as well as the massive surveillance experiment conducted under the guise of COVID-19 contact tracing. Hakeem exposes the truth behind Apple's Face ID technology and the unsettling practices of WiFi-based positioning systems.

As always, we end on a positive note, with Hakeem offering actionable solutions for reclaiming digital privacy and autonomy. Join us for an eye-opening discussion on the critical steps needed to protect ourselves from invasive surveillance and empower our digital futures. (Length: 1:08:04) Use coupon code TFTP for $75 OFF any Above Phone. This code will be valid until Monday June 10th at midnight Central Time. Above Phone (Info/Sales): https://abovephone.com/?above=thefreethoughtproject Take Back Our Tech Twitter: https://twitter.com/takebackourtechAbove Phone Twitter: https://twitter.com/abovephoneTake Back Our Tech Website: https://takebackourtech.org/Take Back Our Tech Telegram: https://t.me/takebackourtech