Hard On Liberty

After months of being asked, David finally starts reading the book Nonviolent Communication. They talk about its Objective nature, its "spiritual" side, how it compares to other techniques, and whether or not it works at all. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tim and David have graduated from being Hard On Liberty to being experts! In this episode they talk about their personal resolutions for 2020 and the goals for the (new) show moving forward. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do you lie to your kids about Santa? Why or why not? What do you think of the Christmas "requirements" to give, and gift giving from lists generally. What principles under-lie Santa? Tim and David get scrooge like for the holidays See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tim and David discuss various types of micro-theft and micro-fraud. Should you torrent, use Starbucks Wifi, return used things to Wal-Mart? What are the principles that define and delimit right from wrong, and do they seem more grey than they used to? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Andrew Sheer is out as Conservative Leader. Should Tim run in the upcoming leadership race, and what would be his strategy and chances? Do you want to support Tim? Comment below or on Facebook See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Is mental health stigma, lack of safe spaces, and male stoicism to blame for male suicide, or is something else going on with men? Tim opens up about his struggles with mental health and suicidal thoughts as a firefighter/paramedic. His story may shed some light on what is going on.If you'd like to have a private conversation with Tim send an email to tim.moen@me.com sign up for his mailing list at timmoen.caSuicide Prevention Lifeline Canada - 1-800-273-8255 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Is hazing wrong, or can there be value in having people struggle to gain acceptance. Is this a symptom of the trend against masculinity in the culture at large? David and Tim discuss these issues and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David and Tim talk about the "cuts" to Alberta healthcare. While privatization is still far off, at least some more efficient use of services may be beneficial. They also talk about why public healthcare is a huge problem.https://www.facebook.com/hardonliberty/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David and Tim discuss minimalist as an idea and a trend, and the fundamental importance of having a purpose to align your values, including material values See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do Libertarians have a moral code? Do they need one? Is liberty an end in itself, or an effect without causes? David and Tim discuss implications of "Libertarianism: The Perversion of Liberty" by Peter Schwartz See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David and Tim discuss why guns are important to understand, and the value of gun experience to an individual's self esteem and life See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A long time critic gets a chance to hash out his differences with Tim. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There are good reasons why more and more males are becoming disillusioned with our current culture and finding solace in communities of incels, lost boys and pick up artists. Manuel Pasquale joins me to talk about the underworld of lost boys and how they might be able escape. If you are a man who finds himself frustrated and looking for help sign up for my mailing list here: timmoen.ca See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David and Tim discuss trickle down theory, and the complexities of the economy more broadly. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tim and David discuss how everyone lost this election, even Tim. No one is happy, I guess that is it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tim and David discuss Wexit. Is the West really going to leave, or is it a waste of time and energy? How does it compare to the Quebec separatist movement, and how do we shift people to a realization of Liberty, rather than a fear of unfavorable governments? Also, some interest in the fact that Calexit is a left wing movement, Liberty goes both ways. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Following up on their earlier discussion, David pushes back and they dig deep into whether or not someone needs to share the same values for a relationship to work.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David gets some advice on love. How to pursue and navigate a relationship with someone who might not share all of the same values as you. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David and Tim talk about how Nationalism and Globalism are basically two sides of the same coin. They also get into globalization and some examples. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tim and David discuss what it means to have to face an "enemy" that is an exploited child. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.