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The Big Questions: Serious ideas, no slogans.

Join Big John as he talks with anarcho-capitalist and consequentialist David Friedman:

• Why economists disagree with philosophers
• Why “doing something” often makes things worse
• Why freedom is usually cheaper than coercion
February 4, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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Is Government Obsolete?
David Friedman explains how a private market for law, courts, and enforcement could function — and where it might fail.

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February 3, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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One of the most controversial Big Questions ever asked:
👉 Is intellectual property just legalized stealing?

This classic conversation with Stephen Kinsella doesn’t pull punches. Watch & decide for yourself.
#BigQuestionsClassic #Ideas

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January 17, 2026 at 12:55 AM
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If property rights exist to prevent conflict over scarce resources… what happens when the “property” isn’t scarce at all? This is where IP theory collapses, according to Stephen Kinsella.
#Philosophy #Liberty

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January 16, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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If you believe in self-ownership, homesteading, and voluntary exchange… can you really defend intellectual property?

Stephen Kinsella says no—and backs it up.
#Anarchy #LibertarianThought

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January 16, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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Most people assume intellectual property = property. Stephen Kinsella explains why that assumption breaks libertarian logic—and how IP can violate real property rights.
#Libertarianism #IPLaw

Classic episode ⬇️
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January 16, 2026 at 3:02 AM
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Copyrights. Patents. Trade secrets. They don’t protect “the little guy.”

They entrench corporations, block competition, and criminalize copying.

This Big Questions Classic aged very well.
#Capitalism #FreeSpeech

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January 16, 2026 at 12:15 AM
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Serious question:
If two people can use the same idea at the same time… who exactly is being robbed?

This episode forces libertarians to confront an uncomfortable answer.
#IPDebate #Liberty

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January 15, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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“Creation is a source of wealth — not a source of ownership.”

That single distinction dismantles most pro-IP arguments. Stephen Kinsella breaks it down in this Big Questions Classic.
#PropertyRights #Economics

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January 15, 2026 at 6:20 PM
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🚨 CLASSIC DROP 🚨
Is intellectual property actually a form of state-granted monopoly?
Patent attorney Stephen Kinsella says yes—and explains why IP contradicts libertarian principles.

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#BigQuestions #FreeMarkets
January 15, 2026 at 5:29 PM
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If comedians stop taking risks, what happens to culture? Stand-up comedian Matt Nagin joins the Big Questions to answer exactly that.

Catch the full episode here 👇
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Comedy vs Cancel Culture: The Fight for Free Speech
Is stand-up comedy dying? Comedian Matt Nagin joins Big John to expose the truth about cancel culture, censorship, and the fight for free speech. In this raw...
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January 15, 2026 at 12:02 AM
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Missed it yesterday? This conversation on cancel culture, comedy, and free speech is worth your time.

Comedian Matt Nagin doesn’t pull punches.

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Comedy vs Cancel Culture: The Fight for Free Speech
Is stand-up comedy dying? Comedian Matt Nagin joins Big John to expose the truth about cancel culture, censorship, and the fight for free speech. In this raw...
www.youtube.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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“People think they have a right not to be offended.”
That mindset is changing comedy—and not in a good way.

Comedian Matt Nagin on hecklers, censorship, and creative fear.

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January 14, 2026 at 3:01 AM
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Stand-up used to be a place for risk. Now it’s a place for caution.

Today’s Big Questions digs into why comedians are afraid—and what that says about culture.

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January 14, 2026 at 12:03 AM
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From Lenny Bruce to Dave Chappelle—comedy has always challenged power.
So why are comedians now self-censoring?

Comedian Matt Nagin explains what changed.

🎧 Watch here: youtu.be/g7ctfskjfjo?si=x0jo...
January 13, 2026 at 4:35 PM
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Matt Nagin breaks down why cancel culture is killing comedy—and why comedians are choosing safety over truth.
Watch now 👇

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January 13, 2026 at 3:19 PM
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Mike ter Maat explains why replacing qualified immunity with liability insurance could create real police accountability. Just like malpractice insurance for doctors, "cop insurers" would require body cams, incident reports, and transparency—reforms unions have fought.

Full interview: BQWBJ.com
December 20, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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Tried to take a shortcut to appear deep - ended up discovering libertarianism through Ayn Rand's Fountainhead instead of the Kama Sutra. 📚⚔️

Sometimes the wrong book is exactly the right book!

Full interview with Bob Zadek: youtu.be/UG0KopFMGWM
December 18, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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Whether you're a staunch supporter or a curious observer, this video offers an in-depth look at the Trump-MTG dynamic. Be sure to watch until the end for a comprehensive understanding of this high-profile political alliance.

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December 17, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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WWE legend Kane, now Mayor Glenn Jacobs, speaks truth about foreign policy. Politicians send soldiers into harm's way for wars we never should have fought. His father gave 21 years of service—two wars—because leaders think America should be the world's policeman.

Full interview: BQWBJ.com
December 16, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Mike ter Maat explains why Todd Blanche — Trump's former personal attorney — interviewing Ghislaine Maxwell as Deputy AG is "not unusual… IT'S UNHEARD OF!" and why it signals a deeper problem.

Full analysis: dw.tny.cc/LL-46
December 15, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Trump pulled Lauren Boebert into a SCIF to pressure her on the Epstein files vote. Here's why that's a massive political red flag.

Full analysis: dw.tny.cc/LL-46
December 14, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Comedian Stacey Prussman breaks down why personal stories on stage aren't "attacks" — they're the last refuge of genuine free speech. In a world where everyone walks on eggshells, the comedy club remains sacred ground for truth-telling.

Full interview: BQWBJ.com
December 13, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Even a genius makes mistakes. Milton Friedman created the withholding tax during WWII to defeat the Nazis - and spent his life regretting it. Here's the irony of his most efficient failure. @BigJohn_SXM and Johan Norberg discuss.

Full episode: youtu.be/n5pVLNJHH8M
December 12, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Jackie Martling breaks down the surprising connection between jokes and mathematics for Big John. Turns out, comedy isn't just about timing—it's a puzzle that analytical minds can't resist solving.

🎭 Watch the full Big Questions episode: BQWBJ.com
December 11, 2025 at 7:30 PM