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The Big Questions with Big John

Distant Warrior Productions

🎙️ Big Questions with Big John — where curiosity meets courage. Hosted by Big John, this long-form interview show dives deep with comedians, thinkers, creators, and contrarians who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo. From politics and culture to comedy, philosophy, and free speech, each episode asks the questions others won’t — and lets guests speak freely about what they really believe.

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Most Americans Don’t Know They’re Libertarian

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2025/12/04

Most Americans hold libertarian views on personal freedom, government overreach, and individual rights—they just don’t realize it. Libertarian broadcaster and classical liberal thinker Bob Zadek joins Big John to explore why political labels mislead us, how people discover their own libertarian beliefs, and what’s blocking third-party ideas from real competition. In this episode:– Why left […]

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Why This Libertarian Presidential Candidate Became a...

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2025/11/16

From economics professor to police officer at 49 to Libertarian presidential candidate — Mike ter Maat’s journey challenges everything you think you know about law enforcement and liberty. In this Big Questions classic, Big John sits down with Mike ter Maat for an unflinching conversation about policing, constitutional governance, and the moral foundations of individual […]

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Why This Comedian Ran for NYC Mayor During COVID

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2025/11/14

Stand-up comedian Stacey Prussman ran for NYC mayor during the height of COVID mandates — and her reasons might surprise you. In this Big Questions episode, she breaks down the reality of cancel culture in comedy clubs, why free speech matters more than ever, and what happens when a libertarian challenges New York’s political machine. […]

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Jackie “The Joke Man” Martling: Life, Laughter, and...

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2025/11/05

Comedy legend Jackie “The Joke Man” Martling joins Big John for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation about life, stand-up, and the universal power of laughter—from his early days on Long Island to the Howard Stern Show. A masterclass in humor, resilience, and storytelling. – The origins of his legendary “922-WINE” joke line– Jackie recounts his […]

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Is COMMON SENSE the KEY to Fixing California’s...

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2025/11/04

Big John asks the Big Questions of Craig DeLuz, longtime school board member, business owner, and Republican candidate for California’s 6th Congressional District. In a candid, thoughtful talk, they discuss California’s political decay, restoring reason to governance, and defending constitutional rights. – The role of media in political division– Why Craig DeLuz entered the race […]

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From Oppression to FREEDOM: Carla Gericke’s Inspiring...

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2025/11/03

Big John interviews libertarian leader Carla Gericke, founder of New Hampshire’s Free State Project, to trace her remarkable journey from apartheid South Africa to American liberty activism. She shares her views on freedom, censorship, and how individuals can reclaim power from the state. – Why she believes the federal system can’t be reformed– Carla’s childhood […]

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From Marxist to Libertarian: Dr. Michael Rectenwald’s...

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2025/10/29

Dr. Michael Rectenwald—former NYU professor and onetime Marxist—joins Big John to explain how campus censorship turned him toward liberty. From his NYU ordeal to his 2024 presidential run, Rectenwald explores freedom, free speech, and the fight against collectivism. – The case for abolishing alphabet agencies and foreign aid– The transformation from Marxism to libertarianism– How […]

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The REAL Difference Between Sound Money and Fiat...

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2025/10/28

Former Mises Institute president Jeff Deist joins Big John for a deep dive into liberty, economics, money, and the meaning of freedom in a modern society. They explore whether “libertarian” still means what it once did, the role of sound money, and whether decentralization offers a path forward. – Trump, decentralization, and global trends– What […]

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Jack Hunter’s Redemption: From Shock Jock to Liberty...

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2025/10/27

Big John sits down with libertarian writer and former radio host Jack Hunter to explore his transformation from a provocative “Southern Avenger” persona into a reflective liberty advocate. They unpack his early influences, his public reckoning, and what he’s learned about maturity, freedom, and redemption. – Personal growth, libertarian philosophy, and self-reflection– Jack’s early years […]

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Lies, Bias, and the Battle for Truth

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2025/10/25

Dr. Wilfred Reilly joins Big John to discuss the dangers of academic groupthink, how false narratives on race and history take hold, and what his latest book — Lies My Liberal Teacher Told Me — reveals about modern education and media bias. – Why objective truth and data-driven thinking still matter– Reilly’s early work debunking […]

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Logan Albright: Libertarian, Pagan, and Writer | The...

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2024/10/22

In this episode of The Big Questions with Big John, host Big John interviews Logan Albright, a multifaceted individual who […]The post Logan Albright: Libertarian, Pagan, and Writer | The Big Questions first appeared on Grumblings Media.

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The Big Questions: Cliff Maloney Jr., Political...

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2024/09/24

In this episode of The Big Questions with Big John, host Big John interviews Cliff Maloney Jr., a political strategist […]The post The Big Questions: Cliff Maloney Jr., Political Strategist first appeared on Grumblings Media.

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Big Questions | Johan Norberg: Libertarian Economist...

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2024/08/27

In this episode of The Big Questions with Big John, Johan Norberg, a Swedish author and historian of ideas, discusses […]The post Big Questions | Johan Norberg: Libertarian Economist And Author first appeared on Grumblings Media.

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Big Questions: Dr. Wilfred Reilly – Political...

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2024/08/20

In this episode of The Big Questions with Big John, Big John interviews Dr. Wilfred Reilly, an American political scientist, […]The post Big Questions: Dr. Wilfred Reilly – Political Scientist, Author first appeared on Grumblings Media.

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Housing Crisis Solved? Bryan Caplan’s Bold Plan | The...

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2024/08/13

In this episode of The Big Questions with Big John, Big John interviews Professor Bryan Caplan, an economist and author […] The post Housing Crisis Solved? Bryan Caplan’s Bold Plan | The Big Questions first appeared on Grumblings Media.

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Dr. Benjamin Powell – Director, Free Market Institute...

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2024/07/02

Big John interviews Dr. Benjamin Powell, Director of the Free Market Institute.The post Dr. Benjamin Powell – Director, Free Market Institute | Ep 41 first appeared on Grumblings Media.

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Walter Block, Economist and Anarcho-Capitalist...

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2024/05/27

Big John interviews Walter Block, an economist and anarcho-capitalist theorist who is a professor at Loyola University.The post Walter Block, Economist and Anarcho-Capitalist Theorist | EP 39 first appeared on Grumblings Media.

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Stephan Kinsella – Austro-Anarchist Libertarian, and...

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2024/05/20

Libertarian Stephan Kinsella shares his background as an engineer turned lawyer. A conversation on IP rights delves into arguments against patents & copyrights.The post Stephan Kinsella – Austro-Anarchist Libertarian, and anti-IP Lawyer first appeared on Grumblings Media.

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The Big Questions – The Buzzer Beaters: Eddie...

The Big Questions with Big John ·

2024/04/30

Get to know Eddie Aparicio and Anthony Coral, the hosts of Grumblings Media's NBA-themed show, Buzzer Beaters.The post The Big Questions – The Buzzer Beaters: Eddie Aparicio and Anthony Coral first appeared on Grumblings Media.

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Martha Bueno, Libertarian Activist and Entrepreneur

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2024/04/23

Libertarian activist Martha Bueno, CEO of Our Good Products, Inc., discusses communism, and her journey as a Cuban-American. The post Martha Bueno, Libertarian Activist and Entrepreneur first appeared on Grumblings Media.

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