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Kibbe on Liberty is a weekly podcast with libertarian author and economist, Matt Kibbe. Kibbe believes that honest conversations, driven by intellectual curiosity and mutual respect, can ignite a new revolution of free thinking and a willingness to question the official narrative. That means talking, and listening, to a wide variety of people outside the echo chamber of officially sanctioned experts. Kibbe on Liberty's guests include politicians, economists, musicians, comedians, writers, radio personalities, activists, journalists, and even magicians—with topics of conversation ranging from current affairs to obscure philosophy, from craft beer to the Grateful Dead. Cold one in hand, settle in for the next brain-stimulating hour of Kibbe on Liberty. As the president of Free the People, Kibbe has decades of experience in the libertarian political sphere. He is the author of three books, including Don’t Hurt People and Don’t Take Their Stuff, a #2 NY Times Best Seller. Kibbe is a fanatical DeadHead, drinker of great whisky, and collector of obscure books on Austrian economics.

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Ep 406 | Parents Deserve Better from Their Schools | Guest: Paul Martino

2026/09/30

The mass school closings as a result of the COVID-19 lockdowns gave many parents a window into just how badly government schools were failing their children, and when they tried to do anything about it, they were demonized as "domestic terrorists." Matt Kibbe is joined by Paul Martino, education activist and subject of the PBS docuseries "Bucks County, USA" to discuss how parents are able to have a substantial impact on school board elections by demanding transparency and accountability from the institutions that are supposed to put children first, but which more often cater to the interests of teachers' unions and administrator salaries.

Ep 405 | The Iran War Is a PR Disaster for Republicans | Guest: Joe Kent

2026/09/23

As the November elections approach, the GOP is going to have to reckon with the protracted war that continues to drag on in Iran, in defiance of the president’s “no new wars” campaign promise. Matt Kibbe is joined by Joe Kent, former counterterrorism adviser to the Trump administration, to discuss the state of the Iranian conflict, the resulting high gas prices that Americans are expected to endure, and the increasing discomfort younger voters have with Israel’s connection to American foreign policy.

Ep 404 | Gamifying Civics to Promote Liberty | Guest: Daniel 'Free' O'Connell

2026/09/16

How do we teach people about the importance of personal freedom? Politicians give stump speeches; think tanks write white papers, but do any of these methods really reach people? Matt Kibbe sits down with Daniel O'Connell, who goes by the stage name Free, to discuss using storytelling, pop culture, and even game shows to promote libertarian ideas. Free is the host of "Are You Smarter Than a Politician?" This game pushes guests to think about civics, ethics, and political science in a way that is all too uncommon among the political class or in schools and universities.

Ep 403 | Libertarians Are Avenging Massie | Guest: Jeremy Todd

2026/09/09

When the Trump administration decided to take down Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) over his opposition to deficit spending, war, and protecting Jeffrey Epstein's clients, many Americans were outraged that one of the only constitutional conservatives in Congress could be unseated by a dishonest smear campaign and an empty suit like his primary opponent, Ed Gallrein. Because Kentucky's 4th district is deep red, Gallrein believes that he can walk into the seat while barely even campaigning. However, the Libertarian Party has other ideas. Matt Kibbe sits down with Jeremy Todd, the Libertarian candidate for Massie's soon-to-be-vacant seat, to discuss how his platform and values are similar to those of Thomas Massie, while being distinct from the rest of the Republican Party.

Ep 402 | Old Media’s Days Are Numbered | Guest: Bobby Sauce

2026/09/02

One of the things we learned from Republican Rep. Thomas Massie’s primary election loss in Kentucky’s 4th District was that older Americans are consuming a fundamentally different stream of information than the rest of us. Legacy media outlets like Fox News are essentially bought and paid for and will push any kind of propaganda that their overlords demand of them, presenting viewers with a fundamentally distorted vision of reality. Fortunately, the old media will probably not be around for much longer. Matt Kibbe sits down with comedian and commentator Bobby Sauce to discuss why new media, podcasts, Substack, and independent creators are taking the mantle from the old networks by offering audiences something they’re not used to seeing: authenticity and integrity.

Ep 401 | California Is Failing the Homeless | Guest: Mary Theroux

2026/08/26

For decades, California has been pouring government money into the homelessness problem, insisting that the issue can be solved by simply giving people free housing. Today, the situation is worse than ever, because the housing-first approach neglects the full picture of what causes someone to become homeless in the first place, which is often related to drug addiction or mental illness. Matt Kibbe speaks with Mary Theroux, CEO of the Independent Institute, about the film “Building Home,” a collaborative effort between her organization and Free the People, which uses one man’s story of redemption to highlight the policy failures of cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles, while proposing an alternative approach that actually works. Watch the full "Building Home" documentary here: https://freethepeople.org/films/building-home/

Ep 400 | Socialism Still Kills | Guest: Matt Kibbe

2026/08/19

For the 400th episode of “Kibbe on Liberty,” Matt Kibbe takes a look back at the history of the show, which had its humble beginnings a decade ago. Those earliest videos were largely focused on debunking the folksy populism of Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), pointing out that his socialist ideology is rooted in a brutal history that rests on countless piles of corpses. Today though, it seems like it’s déjà vu, as the Democratic Socialists of America are winning elections by appealing to a new generation frustrated by the failures of the political elites.

Ep 399 | Australia Embraced Tyranny During Lockdowns | Guest: Topher Field

2026/08/12

In the first few years of the 2020s, the United States engaged in unprecedented breaches of American civil liberties under the pretense of protecting public health and safety. Yet compared to Australia, we got off light. Matt Kibbe is joined by author and filmmaker Topher Field, who personally documented the way the Australian government cracked down on speech, assembly, and the right to protest in the city of Melbourne, Victoria. And unfortunately, while we may think that the worst is behind us, there's reason to believe that COVID was simply a blueprint for greater power-grabs to come.

Ep 398 | What the Flock? We’re All Under Surveillance Now | Guest: Glenn Jacobs

2026/08/05

Flock cameras are popping up all over the country, and their defenders say they prevent crime and keep Americans safe. Glenn Jacobs, mayor of Knox County, Tennessee, and former professional wrestler, disagrees. In his conversation with Matt Kibbe, he explains how these cameras will place us all under constant surveillance, opening the door to a whole host of civil liberties abuses. If you thought government was dangerous before, just wait till the government has a complete record of every citizen’s movements.

Ep 397 | Kids Should Learn About American Exceptionalism | Guest: Kelley Paul

2026/07/29

While the government school system does everything in its power to paint the United States as a uniquely evil country that should inspire shame and guilt in students, there are still those who find inspiration in America's founding as a nation conceived in liberty — a land of opportunity for all. Matt Kibbe is joined by Kelley Paul, wife of Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) and the author of a new series of children's books designed to teach kids about what makes America special. "Goodnight, Young American" and "Goodnight, Little American" present the stories of American history to different age groups in a way that highlights the founders' vision of freedom from tyranny, self-governance, and the protection of basic human rights, all of which were absent from the European nations the colonists left behind.

Ep 396 | Democracy Is a Fraud | Guest: Patrick Byrne

2026/07/22

If voting made any difference, they wouldn't let us do it! This oft-repeated indictment of democracy, or at least the illusion of democracy, is gaining traction among a number of Americans, not least of which is Overstock.com founder Patrick Byrne, who sat down with Matt Kibbe at this year's FreedomFest conference in Las Vegas. Byrne claims that, as a former CIA asset, he has knowledge that the voting machines used in American elections are not secure and have in fact been used by American intelligence agencies to influence the outcome of elections, not just in this country, but in 72 others around the globe.

Ep 395 | This UFC Champion Is Fighting for Freedom | Guest: Renato Moicano

2026/07/15

When Joe Rogan handed Brazilian UFC champion Renato Moicano a microphone after a triumphant victory, he probably didn’t expect a lecture on economics. What followed was a viral moment in which Moicano told fans that if they care about their countries, they should read the work of Ludwig von Mises, one of the 20th century’s major opponents of central planning and a key figure in the Austrian school of economics. At this year’s FreedomFest, Matt Kibbe sat down with Moicano to discuss how he discovered the ideas of free markets, sound money, and private property and why he found it important to share those insights with his fans. In conversation, the fighter proves every bit as passionate and formidable as he does in the ring.

Ep 394 | We're Taking the Culture Back | Guest: Rob Schneider

2026/07/08

Matt Kibbe is joined by actor and comedian Rob Schneider to talk about how America's popular culture has been hijacked by Marxist intellectuals pushing an agenda of grievance and envy. This message is being expressed through Hollywood films, television, journalism, schools, and universities. And young people are eating it up, seduced by the "warmth of collectivism" promised by self-described socialists like Sen. Bernie Sanders (Vt.) and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The good news is that there's a growing backlash of public figures no longer afraid to speak out and tell stories that remind Americans why the land of the free is something to celebrate.

Ep 393 | We’ve Turned Our Backs on the Vaccine-Injured | Guest: Sen. Ron Johnson

2026/07/01

When an experimental vaccine was rushed to market as part of Operation Warp Speed during the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans were told that it was “safe and effective.” They were also threatened with losing their jobs or access to public spaces if they refused to take the shot. Six years later, we’re learning that these vaccines have done severe damage to thousands of people. Matt Kibbe is joined by Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) to discuss why neither the media nor the government will extend any sympathy or aid to those injured by a product that was forced on them and why pharmaceutical companies continue to enjoy legal immunity for the damage they cause.

Ep 392 | Central Planning Won't Fix New York | Guest: Larry Sharpe

2026/06/24

Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) was swept into office on the promise that "the warmth of collectivism" would make life better for New Yorkers. And after the repeated failures of the status quo, who can blame them for wanting to try something different? However, as libertarian gubernatorial candidate Larry Sharpe points out in his conversation with Matt Kibbe, Mamdani's answers to the very real problems facing New York are all the wrong ones. The kind of socialist central planning Mamdani advocates for has never worked in history, and it will not work now. There are actual solutions that could help restore the Big Apple to its former glory, but they involve empowering individuals, not imposing restrictions — like rent control and government-run grocery stores — from the top down.

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CD Kauai 2025/10/26

A Must Listen

I listen to every episode of this podcast. Great host with great guests.

★☆☆☆☆

SuzQ11111 2025/02/15

Nah

He’s a clone of the macho conservative right blabbering on about freedom and et al. He gets nothing he’s even talking about. Just populist rhetoric th...

★★★★★

Takoateli 2024/11/13

Intelligent analytical coverage of the news

Kibbe's shows are always excellent. He is a deep thinker with broad knowledge. I really enjoy each episode. I'm probably on an FBI list now for saying...

★☆☆☆☆

Asciguy 2024/09/21

Frightened little boy

Sad. He needs to grow up. Maybe get a real education.

★★★★★

Sargon1193 2024/01/03

Kibbe on Liberty is Saving the World

When the end of the world comes, it will be brought about by a government or governments. Kibbe is helping people recognize the cost of letting libert...

★★★★★

BrianMulhall 2022/10/12

If you want a libertarian perspective this is the best

Kibbe is like Reason magazine in that he is for the little guy having freedom from government force and coercion.

★★★★★

BNicholsLiberty 2022/09/24

Great conversations with interesting people

Matt covers a range of topics, from economics to politics to human rights. The conversations he has with guests are always interesting and engaging, a...

★★★★★

greenerthanbefore 2021/12/14

Embracing libertarianism

I’ve long considered myself a moderate democrat. One gift from the pandemic has been a new found respect for liberty. I’m really enjoying the podcast,...

★★★★★

Pete in Tx 2021/11/24

Great podcast

A must for any fan of liberty and beer. Matt Kibbe is one of those who can make a solid interview feel like a good conversation.

★★★★★

ETrain7273 2021/10/17

Great Podcast!

A must listen for anyone interested in the principles of liberty.

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