https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lens-of-liberty--2979105enPoliticsCopyright Radio Americahttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c24a7d0c3a4d232d8e6b5973fa9c8d75.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lens-of-liberty--2979105Tue, 13 Aug 2024 15:04:31 +0000Radio AmericaRadio Americafeeds@spreaker.comThis user has not entered a description yet.falsee5e05fec-6977-584a-bce3-3c5f61cdcef9episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/midterm-special-the-votes-the-politicos-and-the-gotchas--51785168
On this week’s special edition of Liberty Nation Radio, we tackle who’s on top in the run-up to the midterms, what’s happening with minority voters, and make some bold predictions.

Seg 1 – Midterm Voters Not Feeling the Democrat Love – with Tim Donner and Graham J. Noble

Seg 2 – Midterm Predictions and Beyond – with Tim Donner and Graham J. Noble

Seg 3 – Midterm Elections – The Minority Report – with Jeff Charles and Sarah Cowgill

Seg 4 - Clarence Thomas Scuttles the Affirmative Action Ship – with Scott D. Cosenza]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51785168Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:22:11 +0000Radio AmericaEverything you need to know about this year’s midterm elections. On this week’s special edition of Liberty Nation Radio, we tackle who’s on top in the run-up to the midterms, what’s happening with minority voters, and make some bold predictions....
On this week’s special edition of Liberty Nation Radio, we tackle who’s on top in the run-up to the midterms, what’s happening with minority voters, and make some bold predictions.

Seg 1 – Midterm Voters Not Feeling the Democrat Love – with Tim Donner and Graham J. Noble

Seg 2 – Midterm Predictions and Beyond – with Tim Donner and Graham J. Noble

Seg 3 – Midterm Elections – The Minority Report – with Jeff Charles and Sarah Cowgill

Seg 4 - Clarence Thomas Scuttles the Affirmative Action Ship – with Scott D. Cosenza]]>2391freedom,liberty,politicsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/auctioning-our-freedom--14939466
money through silent-auctions, often featuring gift baskets donated by supporters.

Those gift baskets frequently include bottles of wine, beer, or other spirited prizes.

But it turns out that in many States the liquor laws prohibit such gift baskets,

especially in places like churches or community centers that have no liquor license

– even if the bottles remain unopened. The legislature in one state, Colorado, is

about to repeal that old law, and leave charitable fund-raisers free to do their best

for their good causes. Many of these legislators have looked through the lens of

liberty, and realized that fund-raising strategies of non-profit organizations are not

the government’s business. But many states still require permits and fees for such

events. If your State is one of them, it’s time for you to act.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/03/21/auctioning-our-freedomWed, 21 Mar 2018 16:30:00 +0000Radio AmericaThousands of charities, from international organizations to local churches, raise money through silent-auctions, often featuring gift baskets donated by supporters. Those gift baskets frequently include bottles of wine, beer, or other spirited...
money through silent-auctions, often featuring gift baskets donated by supporters.

Those gift baskets frequently include bottles of wine, beer, or other spirited prizes.

But it turns out that in many States the liquor laws prohibit such gift baskets,

especially in places like churches or community centers that have no liquor license

– even if the bottles remain unopened. The legislature in one state, Colorado, is

about to repeal that old law, and leave charitable fund-raisers free to do their best

for their good causes. Many of these legislators have looked through the lens of

liberty, and realized that fund-raising strategies of non-profit organizations are not

the government’s business. But many states still require permits and fees for such

events. If your State is one of them, it’s time for you to act.]]>61falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hot-tub-privacy--14939465
yard, when suddenly a man with a clipboard came wandering onto their patio,

looking around and taking notes. They asked what he was doing, and he identified

himself as an inspector from the Homeowner’s Association. He claimed the right

to go anywhere on any property, with or without the owner’s permission, anytime

he wants. But these homeowners look through the lens of liberty, and they

understand their right to privacy, enshrined in the Bill of Rights. They know that in

America, all governments – including local homeowners associations – only get

power from the consent of the governed. If your right to privacy doesn’t matter to

you, it certainly doesn’t matter to anyone else – what have you allowed in your

neighborhood?]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/03/21/hot-tub-privacyWed, 21 Mar 2018 16:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaA couple I know was sitting in their hot tub, in the privacy of their secluded back yard, when suddenly a man with a clipboard came wandering onto their patio, looking around and taking notes. They asked what he was doing, and he identified himself...
yard, when suddenly a man with a clipboard came wandering onto their patio,

looking around and taking notes. They asked what he was doing, and he identified

himself as an inspector from the Homeowner’s Association. He claimed the right

to go anywhere on any property, with or without the owner’s permission, anytime

he wants. But these homeowners look through the lens of liberty, and they

understand their right to privacy, enshrined in the Bill of Rights. They know that in

America, all governments – including local homeowners associations – only get

power from the consent of the governed. If your right to privacy doesn’t matter to

you, it certainly doesn’t matter to anyone else – what have you allowed in your

neighborhood?]]>59falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-airbnb-here--14939467
the night, and earn a nice supplemental income. But he also found out there are

rules about competing with hotels. Cities from New York to Denver have started

adopting rules to stop such practices – not because there is any danger to public

safety, but because Air B-n- B has become serious competition for hotels, just as

Uber competes with taxis. Many tourists enjoy staying at bed-and- breakfasts, and

traveling is a different experience when you get to know your hosts, in their

homes. We understand why hotel chains may be threatened by such competition,

but a look through the lens of liberty tell us this is not the government’s business.

Such favoritism limits your choices, but if you don’t defend your right to stay

wherever you want, who will?]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/03/21/no-airbnb-hereWed, 21 Mar 2018 15:30:00 +0000Radio AmericaA friend, struggling to make ends meet, found that he could rent his spare room by the night, and earn a nice supplemental income. But he also found out there are rules about competing with hotels. Cities from New York to Denver have started...
the night, and earn a nice supplemental income. But he also found out there are

rules about competing with hotels. Cities from New York to Denver have started

adopting rules to stop such practices – not because there is any danger to public

safety, but because Air B-n- B has become serious competition for hotels, just as

Uber competes with taxis. Many tourists enjoy staying at bed-and- breakfasts, and

traveling is a different experience when you get to know your hosts, in their

homes. We understand why hotel chains may be threatened by such competition,

but a look through the lens of liberty tell us this is not the government’s business.

Such favoritism limits your choices, but if you don’t defend your right to stay

wherever you want, who will?]]>61falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-ice-cream-anti-social--14939468
pleasures of summer. But we’ll have no more of that in Boulder, Colorado. The

city has now banned ice cream as an option for vendors in all the local parks.

That’s because the ice cream bars that were being sold come in larger sizes, and

have higher sugar and fat content, than is allowed under the City’s latest nutrition

guidelines. Those rules apply to all ice cream, but also to nuts, chips, packaged

fruits, cereal, cookies, pudding, and all other snacks. Should city governments even

have rules for such things, or should we all look through the lens of liberty, and

insist that such regulations be withdrawn? We can decide for ourselves when and

where we want to enjoy ice cream.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/03/21/the-ice-cream-anti-socialWed, 21 Mar 2018 15:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaMany of us share great memories of eating ice cream in the park, one of the great pleasures of summer. But we’ll have no more of that in Boulder, Colorado. The city has now banned ice cream as an option for vendors in all the local parks. That’s...
pleasures of summer. But we’ll have no more of that in Boulder, Colorado. The

city has now banned ice cream as an option for vendors in all the local parks.

That’s because the ice cream bars that were being sold come in larger sizes, and

have higher sugar and fat content, than is allowed under the City’s latest nutrition

guidelines. Those rules apply to all ice cream, but also to nuts, chips, packaged

fruits, cereal, cookies, pudding, and all other snacks. Should city governments even

have rules for such things, or should we all look through the lens of liberty, and

insist that such regulations be withdrawn? We can decide for ourselves when and

where we want to enjoy ice cream.]]>61falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dance-the-night-away--14939469
hours. There are 26,000 bars and restaurants in New York City, but if you enjoy

live music, singing, or dancing, you could be breaking the law. That’s because a

Prohibition-era law still forbids three or more people from dancing, anyplace

where there is “musical entertainment.” Any exceptions require an expensive city-

issued license that very few businesses actually have. Instead of looking through

the lens of liberty, city officials still go to court to defend that old “cabaret law.”

In one recent case, they argued that “there is no protected First Amendment right

of expression to engage in recreational dancing.” We should tell our officials they

have no right to regulate us, if we want to dance the night away.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/03/21/dance-the-night-awayWed, 21 Mar 2018 14:30:00 +0000Radio AmericaNew York is famous as the “city that never sleeps,” but be careful what you do after hours. There are 26,000 bars and restaurants in New York City, but if you enjoy live music, singing, or dancing, you could be breaking the law. That’s because a...
hours. There are 26,000 bars and restaurants in New York City, but if you enjoy

live music, singing, or dancing, you could be breaking the law. That’s because a

Prohibition-era law still forbids three or more people from dancing, anyplace

where there is “musical entertainment.” Any exceptions require an expensive city-

issued license that very few businesses actually have. Instead of looking through

the lens of liberty, city officials still go to court to defend that old “cabaret law.”

In one recent case, they argued that “there is no protected First Amendment right

of expression to engage in recreational dancing.” We should tell our officials they

have no right to regulate us, if we want to dance the night away.]]>61falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-need-to-learn-civics--14939470
what they’re protesting. Now, a report by the National Association of Scholars,

says many university courses aimed at understanding the American system, have

been replaced by vocational classes on how to undermine it. Instead of teaching the

foundations of constitutional law, individual freedom, and self-government, these

new courses now teach how to organize protests, occupy buildings, and stage

demonstrations. Americans citizens have always enjoyed the right to protest

policies with which they disagree. But looking through the lens of liberty is a

vital first step, in understanding the very system that guarantees the right to protest.

Without that basic understanding of our founding principles, students are actually

being cheated of the opportunity to be full participants in our republic. They

should protest that!]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/03/21/no-need-to-learn-civicsWed, 21 Mar 2018 14:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaI see protests on TV and sometimes wonder if the demonstrators even understand what they’re protesting. Now, a report by the National Association of Scholars, says many university courses aimed at understanding the American system, have been...
what they’re protesting. Now, a report by the National Association of Scholars,

says many university courses aimed at understanding the American system, have

been replaced by vocational classes on how to undermine it. Instead of teaching the

foundations of constitutional law, individual freedom, and self-government, these

new courses now teach how to organize protests, occupy buildings, and stage

demonstrations. Americans citizens have always enjoyed the right to protest

policies with which they disagree. But looking through the lens of liberty is a

vital first step, in understanding the very system that guarantees the right to protest.

Without that basic understanding of our founding principles, students are actually

being cheated of the opportunity to be full participants in our republic. They

should protest that!]]>61falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/father-knows-best-for-halloween--14939471
attire being part of the fun. But this year they found the “PC police” in charge on

campuses across America. One university said it didn’t matter if students admired

Pocahontas, or if Prince was their favorite singer – minority students were allowed

to wear such costumes, but white students could not. Desperate to avoid offending

anyone, dozens of colleges posted such rules. One advises against “traditional head

wear from other cultures,” while many others simply tell students not to wear

costumes representing a culture that is not their own. Well, that certainly

eliminates devils, witches, ghosts, and superheroes. Maybe we should look

through the lens of liberty, and realize that making everyone dress up as

themselves would be a mean trick, not a treat.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/03/21/father-knows-best-for-halloweenWed, 21 Mar 2018 13:30:00 +0000Radio AmericaOn Halloween, thousands of college students attend costume parties, the bizarre attire being part of the fun. But this year they found the “PC police” in charge on campuses across America. One university said it didn’t matter if students admired...
attire being part of the fun. But this year they found the “PC police” in charge on

campuses across America. One university said it didn’t matter if students admired

Pocahontas, or if Prince was their favorite singer – minority students were allowed

to wear such costumes, but white students could not. Desperate to avoid offending

anyone, dozens of colleges posted such rules. One advises against “traditional head

wear from other cultures,” while many others simply tell students not to wear

costumes representing a culture that is not their own. Well, that certainly

eliminates devils, witches, ghosts, and superheroes. Maybe we should look

through the lens of liberty, and realize that making everyone dress up as

themselves would be a mean trick, not a treat.]]>61falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/throw-down-that-drink--14939472
got so angry she threw a soft drink at him. Then, as she was storming away, she

slipped on the wet floor and broke her tailbone. Never mind that the floor was wet

because of the drink she herself had thrown, she was still so angry she decided to

sue. She did not sue the boyfriend, because he didn’t have any money. She sued

the restaurant for having a wet floor. A jury ordered the restaurant to pay her

$113,000. Her medical bills were real, of course, but does that make the business

owner responsible? Looking through the lens of liberty, if we see any law-

abiding citizen being held liable for the bad behavior of another, it ought to make

us all angry enough to do something about it.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/03/21/throw-down-that-drinkWed, 21 Mar 2018 13:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaA woman in Philadelphia, having an argument with her boyfriend in a restaurant, got so angry she threw a soft drink at him. Then, as she was storming away, she slipped on the wet floor and broke her tailbone. Never mind that the floor was wet...
got so angry she threw a soft drink at him. Then, as she was storming away, she

slipped on the wet floor and broke her tailbone. Never mind that the floor was wet

because of the drink she herself had thrown, she was still so angry she decided to

sue. She did not sue the boyfriend, because he didn’t have any money. She sued

the restaurant for having a wet floor. A jury ordered the restaurant to pay her

$113,000. Her medical bills were real, of course, but does that make the business

owner responsible? Looking through the lens of liberty, if we see any law-

abiding citizen being held liable for the bad behavior of another, it ought to make

us all angry enough to do something about it.]]>60falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/have-another-coke--14939475
burglar in Bristol, Pennsylvania thought he had that right, and a jury agreed! He

broke into a home, but got locked in the garage trying to escape. With no way out

and the homeowners away, he spent 8 days in that garage, surviving on a case of

Pepsi and a large bag of dog food, until the homeowners returned, and called

police. He claimed because the garage door opener didn’t work, he had suffered

undue mental anguish, and sued the homeowners’ insurance company. Shockingly,

the jury sided with him, and made the insurance company pay him $500,000 for his

ordeal. We should all look through the lens of liberty and remember the

importance of personal responsibility, especially before we serve on juries.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/03/21/have-another-cokeWed, 21 Mar 2018 12:30:00 +0000Radio AmericaOur Constitution does not guarantee the right to break into someone’s house. Yet a burglar in Bristol, Pennsylvania thought he had that right, and a jury agreed! He broke into a home, but got locked in the garage trying to escape. With no way out...
burglar in Bristol, Pennsylvania thought he had that right, and a jury agreed! He

broke into a home, but got locked in the garage trying to escape. With no way out

and the homeowners away, he spent 8 days in that garage, surviving on a case of

Pepsi and a large bag of dog food, until the homeowners returned, and called

police. He claimed because the garage door opener didn’t work, he had suffered

undue mental anguish, and sued the homeowners’ insurance company. Shockingly,

the jury sided with him, and made the insurance company pay him $500,000 for his

ordeal. We should all look through the lens of liberty and remember the

importance of personal responsibility, especially before we serve on juries.]]>60falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/courageous-cupcakes--14939478
most, baking cupcakes. She and her sister set up a food truck called “Cupcakes for

Courage,” and were doing well, until the heavy hand of the law swooped in. The

City of Chicago prohibits food trucks within 200 feet of any restaurant, and in that

neighborhood it means 97 percent of all streets are off limits. These gutsy gals

looked through the lens of liberty, and fought the City’s attempt to protect

favored businesses against competition. Courts sided with the City, but Katherine

gets the last laugh. Her baked goods sell so well, she now has 2 food trucks and 2

stores. The fight against government chipping away our freedom is needed in every

town and neighborhood – including yours. Let’s join that fight.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/03/21/courageous-cupcakesWed, 21 Mar 2018 12:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaKatherine faced a difficult battle with cancer, and decided to do what she loved most, baking cupcakes. She and her sister set up a food truck called “Cupcakes for Courage,” and were doing well, until the heavy hand of the law swooped in. The City...
most, baking cupcakes. She and her sister set up a food truck called “Cupcakes for

Courage,” and were doing well, until the heavy hand of the law swooped in. The

City of Chicago prohibits food trucks within 200 feet of any restaurant, and in that

neighborhood it means 97 percent of all streets are off limits. These gutsy gals

looked through the lens of liberty, and fought the City’s attempt to protect

favored businesses against competition. Courts sided with the City, but Katherine

gets the last laugh. Her baked goods sell so well, she now has 2 food trucks and 2

stores. The fight against government chipping away our freedom is needed in every

town and neighborhood – including yours. Let’s join that fight.]]>60falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watch-where-you-re-going--14939477
furniture store, and she broke her ankle. She sued the store owners, claiming they

had created an unsafe environment for their customers. A jury agreed with her,

ruled against the store, and awarded the woman $80,000 in damages. Everyone

watching the case was shocked by the outcome, because the toddler was her own

son! That jury should have looked through the lens of liberty, and recognized that

the store was not at fault – she was. America was founded on the simple principle

that ordinary people can govern themselves – but that requires personal

responsibility. Accidents happen. But instead of blaming others and filing lawsuits,

we ought to just watch where we’re going. And more importantly, put a stop to

these frivolous lawsuits.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/03/21/watch-where-youre-goingWed, 21 Mar 2018 12:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaA woman in Austin, Texas tripped over a toddler who was running inside a furniture store, and she broke her ankle. She sued the store owners, claiming they had created an unsafe environment for their customers. A jury agreed with her, ruled against...
furniture store, and she broke her ankle. She sued the store owners, claiming they

had created an unsafe environment for their customers. A jury agreed with her,

ruled against the store, and awarded the woman $80,000 in damages. Everyone

watching the case was shocked by the outcome, because the toddler was her own

son! That jury should have looked through the lens of liberty, and recognized that

the store was not at fault – she was. America was founded on the simple principle

that ordinary people can govern themselves – but that requires personal

responsibility. Accidents happen. But instead of blaming others and filing lawsuits,

we ought to just watch where we’re going. And more importantly, put a stop to

these frivolous lawsuits.]]>60falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/slow-down-pay-a-fine--14939479
Beaverton, Oregon, traffic lights were timed to go from yellow to red, without

taking into account the time it takes to slow down – as if drivers are expected to

turn at full speed. A Swedish-born electrical engineer noticed the problem, and

analyzed all the lights in town. But when he shared his research with officials, their

response was to fine him $500 for practicing engineering without a license. They

were angry that anyone would question their traffic cameras – and they wanted the

licensing revenue. If they looked through the lens of liberty, they would know

the government works for us, and every citizen has the right to ask government to

solve problems – tell your officials that right does not require a license.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/03/21/slow-down-pay-a-fineWed, 21 Mar 2018 11:30:00 +0000Radio AmericaWhen you make a right turn in your car, you have to slow down a bit. But in Beaverton, Oregon, traffic lights were timed to go from yellow to red, without taking into account the time it takes to slow down – as if drivers are expected to turn at...
Beaverton, Oregon, traffic lights were timed to go from yellow to red, without

taking into account the time it takes to slow down – as if drivers are expected to

turn at full speed. A Swedish-born electrical engineer noticed the problem, and

analyzed all the lights in town. But when he shared his research with officials, their

response was to fine him $500 for practicing engineering without a license. They

were angry that anyone would question their traffic cameras – and they wanted the

licensing revenue. If they looked through the lens of liberty, they would know

the government works for us, and every citizen has the right to ask government to

solve problems – tell your officials that right does not require a license.]]>61falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watching-the-dog--14939480http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/02/09/watching-the-dogFri, 09 Feb 2018 18:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaTwo Colorado neighbors both had pet dogs, and jobs requiring frequent travel. So they had an arrangement for many years, where they took care of each other’s dogs when either was out of town. Then they found out they had been breaking the law all...61falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-sayonara-tax--14939482http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/02/09/the-sayonara-taxFri, 09 Feb 2018 17:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaA Wisconsin hardware store owner could no longer stay in business, so he sold his building, liquidated his inventory, and closed up shop. Then he got a $510 fine for not having a permit to go out of business! Regulations, fees, and permits make it...60falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mrs-paul-not-welcome-here--14939481http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/02/09/mrs-paul-not-welcome-hereFri, 09 Feb 2018 16:30:00 +0000Radio AmericaIn Aspen, Colorado, the city provides office space to the county, but only on the strict condition that microwaving fish sticks must be strictly prohibited. After considerable debate and a public hearing, the county commissioners agreed that fish...61falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/that-pesky-due-process--14939483http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/02/09/that-pesky-due-processFri, 09 Feb 2018 16:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaWe are all saddened when we hear about random shootings. But we must be careful how we react. One Senator recently said that “due process” is one of the “big problems" standing in the way of legislation that would keep bad guys from purchasing...60falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-garage-entrepreneurs-wanted--14939484http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/02/09/no-garage-entrepreneurs-wantedFri, 09 Feb 2018 15:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaSteve Jobs and his friends built the first 50 Apple computers in a California garage. Jeff Bezos started an online bookstore in his Washington garage. Today Apple and Amazon are two of the world’s largest companies. Disney, Google, Harley-Davidson,...61falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-right-to-keep-and-bear-books--14939486http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/02/09/the-right-to-keep-and-bear-booksFri, 09 Feb 2018 14:30:00 +0000Radio AmericaWhen Josh Spencer opened his business in Los Angeles, he called it “The Last Bookstore,” because so many others have gone out of business in this digital age. But in L.A., the problem is more than just Internet competition. That city treats used book...60falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-ll-have-s-more--14939485http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/02/08/ill-have-smoreThu, 08 Feb 2018 13:30:00 +0000Radio AmericaMany of us share fond memories of roasting marshmallows around the campfire, and making s’mores with the kids. Apparently, we’ve been doing it wrong all these years. The U.S. government has now published guidance on the right way to roast marshmallows...60falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-deserve-an-a--14939487http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/02/08/i-deserve-an-aThu, 08 Feb 2018 13:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaA student in Georgia complained that tests and grades were stressful, so the professor adopted a new “stress reduction policy.” Students who feel stressed about tests can decide their own grades. In they feel any stress, they are welcome to leave...61falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hot-air-in-houston--14939488http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/02/07/hot-air-in-houstonWed, 07 Feb 2018 13:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaWe often see giant balloons advertising car dealers, or special promotions at the mall. In Houston, local leaders decided there were too many balloons. They passed a law allowing the balloons only for car dealers – not for any other business. But...60falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/growing-food-without-farming--14939490http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/02/06/growing-food-without-farmingTue, 06 Feb 2018 13:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaA California man wanted to plant wheat in a field where previous owners had always grown wheat. So he began plowing, but government agents swooped in, declared his field a wetland, and took him to court. They claimed the furrows in his field were...61falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/give-this-rule-the-finger--14939489http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lens-of-liberty/2018/02/05/give-this-rule-the-fingerMon, 05 Feb 2018 13:00:00 +0000Radio AmericaMy grandchildren got involved in an effort to discourage texting while driving, and their campaign attracted enough attention to be quite effective in their community. But in Washington State and other places, governments are moving well beyond...60falsefull