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Are You Smarter Than A Libertarian

Jeffrey Metrick

Are You Smarter Than a Libertarian is the unapologetic podcast that breaks down politics, economics, and culture with humor, edge, and facts. Hosted by Jeff, a liberty-loving Army vet, each 10-minute episode challenges mainstream narratives, exposes government overreach, and makes you think harder (and freer). If you"re tired of the status quo and ready for truth with a bite, hit play.

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00:07:56

The Truth About Vegan Morality: Why Humans Are...

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2025/11/03

People say eating animals is wrong because they feel pain, but is that really a moral argument or just emotional activism? In this episode of Are You Smarter Than a Libertarian, Jeff breaks down the real difference between sentience and sapience, and explains why morality only applies to beings capable of moral reasoning.From philosophy to biology, Jeff exposes how the vegan moral argument collapses once you understand what truly makes humans unique. Compassion does not require denying nature, it

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00:45:07

The First Interview

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2025/10/27

The first interview on the podcast Are You Smarter Than A Libertarian. This is a wide ranging interview. Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share Check out the Masked Truther on all his social media. X- Masked Truther https://x.com/perennialwrites?s=21Instagram - masked_truther https://www.instagram.com/masked_truther?igsh=b3VvOHZnbmM5MTV6&utm_source=qrTik tok-masked_trutherhttps://www.tiktok.com/@masked_truther?_t=ZP-90so0kQdQ4M&_r=1YouTube- Masked Truther

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00:06:44

Why Americans Don’t Need Class Consciousness

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2025/10/20

Is class consciousness the answer, or just another Marxist mirage? Jeff explains why Americans aren’t victims of capitalism but beneficiaries of liberty. The real battle isn’t worker versus boss, it’s coercion versus freedom.Listen daily on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart Radio.#smarterthanalibertarian #freedom #capitalism #libertarian #podcast

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00:09:23

Color, Communism & Common Sense: Manning Johnson’s...

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2025/10/13

Manning Johnson, once a top member of the Communist Party USA, saw firsthand how Marxists weaponized racial tensions, not to fight injustice, but to spark division and revolution. In his 1958 book Color, Communism, and Common Sense, he exposed the strategies of infiltration, manipulation, and hate that still echo today. Jeff dives deep into Johnson’s story and its shocking relevance to modern politics.Daily episodes of Are You Smarter Than a Libertarian with Jeff. Edgy, unfiltered, and

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00:07:39

Democracy: The God That Failed | Hans-Hermann Hoppe’s...

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2025/10/06

Is democracy really the pinnacle of freedom, or is it the beginning of decline? In this episode of Are You Smarter Than a Libertarian, Jeff dives into Hans-Hermann Hoppe’s explosive book Democracy: The God That Failed. We break down Hoppe’s life, his Austrian School roots, and his controversial arguments that democracy leads to short-term thinking, corruption, and societal decay.From his comparisons between monarchy and democracy to his call for a natural order rooted in private property and

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00:08:27

Why Housing Is NOT a Human Right | Are You Smarter...

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2025/09/29

Is housing really a human right, or just a dangerous political slogan? In this episode, Jeff dives into the philosophical and practical reasons why housing cannot be considered a fundamental right. From the difference between negative and positive rights, to the failures of government housing, to the real market-based solutions that lower costs, this episode gives you the blunt truth with humor and edge.If you have ever wondered why housing policy is broken, or why politicians keep promising the

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00:08:00

Jimmy Kimmel Suspended: Disney’s Costly Decision...

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2025/09/22

Jimmy Kimmel Live! is officially suspended, but the story isn’t just about offensive jokes. Behind the drama is a decade-long collapse in ratings, ad revenue, and the late-night comedy model itself. In this episode, we expose why Disney made the move and what it means for the future of free speech and television.#smarterthanalibertarian #jimmykimmel #disney #cancelculture #podcast

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00:02:52

Sympathy vs. Empathy: The Case for Compassion with...

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2025/09/17

In today’s episode of Are You Smarter Than a Libertarian, I break down the real difference between sympathy and empathy. Sympathy allows us to offer support, problem-solve, and show compassion without getting consumed by another person’s emotions. Empathy, on the other hand, can lead to being pulled into someone else’s storm, sometimes at the cost of your own stability.I share why I choose sympathy over empathy, the dangers of emotional manipulation, and how compassion truly exists when we stay

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00:05:43

Charlie Kirk: The Real Reason We Have the Second...

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2025/09/16

When asked how to defend the Second Amendment in today’s debates, Charlie Kirk doesn’t mince words. He explains:Why the 2nd Amendment isn’t about hunting or just personal defenseHow liberty always carries a costWhat history teaches about tyranny and armed citizensWhy armed guards protect airports, banks, and games—but not our schoolsThis is the unfiltered breakdown you won’t hear from politicians.Listen daily on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart Radio.#smarterthanalibertarian

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00:02:52

Charlie Kirk’s Death Changed the Timeline | Are You...

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2025/09/15

On September 10th, Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while engaging in debate. The left cheered, but they didn’t win they awakened voices that won’t back down.In this episode, Jeff breaks down the misquotes, the media spin, and why this tragic moment created a turning point in American politics. He also reflects on the renewed rise of faith and the consequences of cancel culture.

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00:04:59

Leftist Economics

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2025/09/08

Listening to leftist talk pay and livable wage is funny. #smarterthanalibertarian #podcast #economics #wage #monday

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00:08:47

Why Worker Coops Struggle in Free Markets

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2025/09/01

Worker cooperatives sound great on paper: democracy, equality, shared ownership. But when you drop them into a free-market economy, they run into massive roadblocks. From capital shortages to decision-making paralysis, from risk aversion to competitive disadvantages, history and economics both show why co-ops rarely scale up to rival capitalist corporations. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the theory, the evidence, and the case studies from U.S. plywood mills to Mondragon in Spain to explain why

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00:07:10

Marx Was Wrong: The Labor Theory of Value Just Got...

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2025/08/25

Marxists love to preach that labor is the source of all value. But here’s the truth: the Labor Theory of Value has been debunked for over a century. In this episode of Are You Smarter Than a Libertarian, Jeff breaks down why value is subjective, why mud pies are worthless, and why profits aren’t theft—they’re the reward for risk and innovation.If you’ve ever wondered why communists keep failing Economics 101, this is the episode you don’t want to miss.Available now on YouTube, Spotify, Rumble, Apple

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00:12:35

The Forgotten Amendment That Would Give Us 6,884...

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2025/08/18

What if Congress had nearly 7,000 members instead of 435? That is what would happen if an obscure constitutional amendment from 1789, called Article the First, was ratified today. In this episode, Jeff explains exactly how it works, how every state’s representation would explode (California: 789 seats, Wyoming: 12), and why even minarchist libertarians might support it. We will break down the math, the chaos, and the surprising upsides for liberty.#smarterthanalibertarian #politics #podcast

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00:13:23

The 10th Amendment: The Federal Government’s Worst...

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2025/08/11

They gave us the 10th Amendment to keep the federal government in check… and then spent 200 years trying to pretend it doesn’t exist. In this episode of Are You Smarter Than a Libertarian, Jeff dives into the history, the courtroom battles, and the outrageous interpretations that turned a simple sentence into a political tug-of-war. From the Founding Fathers to modern Supreme Court smackdowns, you’ll learn why this one amendment might be the most important — and most ignored — in the entire

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00:09:42

The Ninth Amendment: America’s Most Ignored Liberty...

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2025/08/04

What if your most important rights aren't even written down?In this episode of Are You Smarter Than a Libertarian, Jeff uncovers the Ninth Amendment—the overlooked powerhouse of the Bill of Rights. Discover how James Madison wrote it to shut down government overreach, how the Supreme Court barely touches it, and why it could be the key to protecting your privacy, autonomy, and digital freedom in the 21st century.Whether you're a liberty-loving constitutionalist or just wondering what rights

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00:10:14

Is the Government Allowed to Torture You? The Truth...

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2025/07/28

The Eighth Amendment isn’t just a dusty line in the Constitution—it’s the firewall between justice and tyranny. In this hard-hitting episode, Jeff breaks down how excessive bail, outrageous fines, and cruel punishments aren’t just relics of the past. They’re happening now, and the Eighth Amendment is your shield.We cover everything from colonial torture methods to Supreme Court showdowns like Furman v. Georgia, Timbs v. Indiana, and Atkins v. Virginia. Whether it’s the death penalty, civil asset

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00:08:38

Why the Founders Didn’t Trust Judges | The 7th...

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2025/07/21

The 7th Amendment guarantees your right to a jury in civil cases — but why was that such a big deal to the Founders?In this episode of Are You Smarter Than a Libertarian, Jeff breaks down why angry farmers in powdered wigs were more trustworthy than royal judges, how landmark Supreme Court cases expanded jury rights, and what all of this means in 2025 — from gig worker lawsuits to data breach class actions.If you think civil liberties are just for criminal trials... think again.🎧 Listen now

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00:10:47

Your Rights in Court: How the 6th Amendment Keeps the...

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2025/07/14

You’ve got the right to remain silent... but do you know the rest of your 6th Amendment rights? In this episode of Are You Smarter Than a Libertarian, Jeff breaks down what “speedy trial,” “impartial jury,” and “assistance of counsel” really mean — and how the government keeps trying to bend, break, or flat-out ignore them.From major Supreme Court cases to the Founders’ original vision, we dig into how the 6th Amendment protects you from becoming just another name in the system. If you care about

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00:14:53

Plead the Fifth Like a Pro: What the Government...

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2025/07/07

The Fifth Amendment isn't just courtroom drama or mobster lingo—it’s your shield against government overreach. In this explosive episode of Are You Smarter Than a Libertarian, Jeff breaks down the five powerful protections baked into the Fifth: from Miranda rights and double jeopardy to the Takings Clause and due process. With landmark cases, brutal truth bombs, and that signature Libertarian snark, you'll never look at "pleading the Fifth" the same way again.🔥 Learn how the

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