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Show Notes: Episode 83. Crossing Borders: Reflections on Our Trip to China In this episode, Alex Ooley reflects on his recent trip to China for a friend's wedding. He discusses his observations and experiences, highlighting the disparity in wealth, the massive population, and the authoritarian nature of the government. Despite the government's control and censorship, the host emphasizes the kindness and hospitality of the Chinese people. He also discusses the importance of freedom, free speech, and property rights, both in China and in the United States. The host concludes by urging listeners to appreciate and protect their freedom. Takeaways China has a complex mix of authoritarian government control and capitalist elements. The Chinese people are welcoming and hard-working, despite the oppressive government. Freedom and free speech should not be taken for granted, and efforts should be made to protect and preserve them. Property rights are fundamental to prosperity and should be respected. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:11 Arrival in China and Observations 07:03 Disparity in Wealth 09:15 Population and Infrastructure 10:24 Cultural Experiences and Hospitality 13:00 Government Control and Censorship 17:52 Digital Payment and Technology 18:21 Family Values and Traditions 20:55 Appreciating Freedom and Free Speech 22:11 Nullification and Fighting Authoritarianism 25:27 The Importance of Freedom and Property Rights 28:01 Hope for the Future of China 30:15 Conclusion and Call to Action Resources: Episode 38. Tactical First Aid and System Collapse Medicine https://youtu.be/N8g-4bjvH1s?si=o0F-lBaLQrfzexCr Tags: #liberty #freedom #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #gratitude #mindset #happiness #character #travel #China #vigilance DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 82. When Deadly Force is Justified: Exploring the Role of Ability, Opportunity, and Jeopardy (AOJ) In this episode, attorneys and firearms instructors, Alex Ooley and Mike Ooley, discuss the concept of A-O-J (Ability, Opportunity, and Jeopardy) in the context of self-defense with a firearm. They emphasize the importance of understanding the legal principles and standards surrounding self-defense, as well as the potential consequences of misusing deadly force. The hosts also recommend resources such as books and organizations that provide further education on self-defense law. Overall, the episode serves as a reminder for gun owners to take personal responsibility and seek proper training and education to act responsibly and lawfully. Takeaways Understanding the legal principles and standards of self-defense is crucial for gun owners. A-O-J (Ability, Opportunity, and Jeopardy) is a framework that helps determine the reasonableness of using deadly force in self-defense. Continuing education and staying updated on self-defense laws and principles is essential for responsible gun ownership. Misusing deadly force can have severe legal and personal consequences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:31 The Importance of A-O-J 06:42 Understanding the Standard 09:05 The Role of Ability, Opportunity, and Jeopardy 14:06 Exploring Ability 16:59 Examining Opportunity 23:03 Understanding Jeopardy 30:44 The Consequences of Misusing Deadly Force 36:25 Continuing Education and Resources 38:20 Closing Remarks Resources: Massad Ayoob https://massadayoobgroup.com/ ACLDN https://armedcitizensnetwork.org/ Law of Self Defense https://lawofselfdefense.com/ Resources By and About William Aprill of Aprill Risk Consulting – Gun Culture 2.0 https://gunculture2point0.wordpress.com/2021/08/06/resources-by-and-about-william-aprill-of-aprill-risk-consulting/ Deadly Force: Understanding Your Right to Self Defense: Massad Ayoob https://www.amazon.com/Deadly-Force-Understanding-Right-Defense/dp/1440240612/ref=sr_1_4?crid=AS2HAZVQS1N1&keywords=massad+ayoob+books&qid=1702235356&sprefix=massad+%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-4 Straight Talk on Armed Defense: What... by Ayoob, Massad https://www.amazon.com/Straight-Talk-Armed-Defense-Experts/dp/1440247544/ref=sr_1_3?crid=AS2HAZVQS1N1&keywords=massad+ayoob+books&qid=1702235356&sprefix=massad+%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-3 In the Gravest Extreme: The Role of... by Ayoob, Massad F. https://www.amazon.com/Gravest-Extreme-Firearm-Personal-Protection/dp/0936279001/ref=sr_1_5?crid=AS2HAZVQS1N1&keywords=massad+ayoob+books&qid=1702235356&sprefix=massad+%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-5 Ability, Opportunity, Jeopardy | Cornered Cat https://www.corneredcat.com/article/legal-concerns/ability-opportunity-jeopardy/ Hayes_SDLaw.pdf https://armedcitizensnetwork.org/images/stories/Hayes_SDLaw.pdf Episode 77. Essential Reading for Gun Owners - YouTube https://youtu.be/wR6Y9iPJjvg?si=rzFjai6FkzpCH02l Tags: #liberty #freedom #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #law #firearms #deadlyforce #reasonableforce #jury #AOJ #lawofselfdefense #mondaygunday DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 81. Drug Decriminalization and Oregon Measure 110 In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses some common critiques of drug decriminalization and legalization as well as some recent news on Oregon Measure 110, which decriminalized drugs. Summary The conversation discusses the criticism and defense of drug decriminalization in Oregon. It highlights the misleading claims and propaganda used by critics to create fear. The inaccurate statistics and fear-mongering are debunked, and the focus shifts to the government's control and the loss of freedom. The discussion explores the shift from criminalization to the true shortcomings of Measure 110. The failure of the war on drugs is examined, along with the impact of legalization versus decriminalization. The cost of the war on drugs, loss of liberties, and police misuse are addressed. The conversation concludes by emphasizing the need for full legalization and the moral principle of self-ownership. Takeaways Critics of drug decriminalization often use misleading claims and propaganda to create fear. The war on drugs has been a failure, costing trillions of taxpayer dollars and leading to increased crime and death. Legalization, rather than decriminalization, is necessary to eliminate the black market and ensure safer, regulated drugs. The government's control over personal choices and the loss of individual freedom are concerning aspects of drug policy. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Criticism of Drug Decriminalization 02:02 Misleading Claims and Propaganda 03:04 Inaccurate Statistics and Fear-Mongering 04:10 Government Control and Loss of Freedom 05:27 Shift from Criminalization to Rehab Industrial Complex 06:28 Shortcomings of Measure 110 07:28 The Failure of the War on Drugs 08:55 The Impact of Legalization vs Decriminalization 10:51 The Cost of the War on Drugs 12:06 Loss of Liberties and Police Misuse 13:42 Critics' Ignorance of Failed Policies 16:48 Attributing Increases to Measure 110 18:16 Portugal's Success and Oregon's Room for Improvement 20:44 The Need for Full Legalization 21:18 The Moral Principle of Self-Ownership 23:06 The Overreach of Government 23:58 Conclusion and Call for Freedom Resources: Jesse Watters: 'I'm not buying this libertarian mumbo-jumbo' on Oregon state drug decriminalization - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaelEQyFygo Ending the War on Drugs: By the Numbers - Center for American Progress https://www.americanprogress.org/article/ending-war-drugs-numbers/ Oregon’s Drug Decriminalization Needs to Go Further | Cato at Liberty Blog https://www.cato.org/blog/oregons-drug-decriminalization-needs-go-further Fentanyl-Involved Overdoses Soared From 2016 to 2021, Study Shows | Healthiest Communities Health News | U.S. News https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2023-05-03/fentanyl-involved-overdoses-soared-from-2016-to-2021-study-shows OHA 2479 Opioid Overdose in Oregon - le2479_22.pdf https://sharedsystems.dhsoha.state.or.us/dhsforms/served/le2479_22.pdf The U.S. has spent over a trillion dollars fighting war on drugs https://www.cnbc.com/2021/06/17/the-us-has-spent-over-a-trillion-dollars-fighting-war-on-drugs.html How Much of Your Money Is Wasted in the War on Drugs - Open Society Foundations https://www.opensocietyfoundations.org/voices/how-much-your-money-wasted-war-drugs Economics of Drug Policy and the Drug War | Drug Policy Facts https://www.drugpolicyfacts.org/chapter/economics Drug Prohibition WP by Miron & Waldock_2011 update_PaMaster.qxd - DrugProhibitionWP.pdf https://www.cato.org/sites/cato.org/files/pubs/pdf/DrugProhibitionWP.pdf Jul-11-23-Drug-War-Flowchart.jpeg (JPEG Image, 939 × 1200 pixels) — Scaled (65%) https://freedomandprosperity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Jul-11-23-Drug-War-Flowchart.jpeg Freedom’s Greatest Hour of Danger Is Now – The Future of Freedom Foundation https://www.fff.org/explore-freedom/article/freedoms-greatest-hour-of-danger-is-now/ The Silly and Harmful Drug War | International Liberty https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/2016/06/07/the-silly-and-harmful-drug-war/ Lessons from Portugal about Ending the Drug War | International Liberty https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/2017/12/06/lessons-from-portugal-about-ending-the-drug-war/ drug war | Search Results | International Liberty https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/?s=drug+war Wise Words on the Drug War from John Stossel | International Liberty https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/2012/09/04/wise-words-on-the-drug-war-from-john-stossel/ The Drug War Is a Failure | International Liberty https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/2010/05/17/the-drug-war-is-a-failure/ Reassessing the War on Drugs | International Liberty https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/2023/07/11/reassessing-the-war-on-drugs/ Tags: #liberty #freedom #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #drugwar #police #law #oregon #measure110 DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 80. Gratitude In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the importance of gratitude even in difficult circumstances. Resources: The Gifts of Gratitude - Intellectual Takeout https://intellectualtakeout.org/2018/11/the-gifts-of-gratitude/ G.K. Chesterton tells us “gratitude is... - Intellectual Takeout | Facebook https://www.facebook.com/100064866065318/posts/743127344526128/?mibextid=Rn1XWN Episode 40. Are We Good Enough for Liberty? by Lawrence Reed - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJC77He8bMo Are We Good Enough for Liberty? - Foundation for Economic Education https://fee.org/resources/are-we-good-enough-for-liberty/ Are We Good Enough for Liberty? (PDF) by Lawrence Reed https://fee.org/media/32960/good-enough-for-liberty-revised-final-1.pdf Count Your Blessings — TIRZAH https://tirzahmag.com/blog/count-your-blessings Viktor Frankl quote https://www.wya.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/viktor-frankl-book-quotes.jpg Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/1416524282 Viktor Frankl | Biography, Books, Theory, & Facts | Britannica https://www.britannica.com/biography/Viktor-Frankl Episode 38. Tactical First Aid and System Collapse Medicine - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8g-4bjvH1s Episode 15. “I, Pencil” – The Forge of Freedom https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/05/09/episode-15-i-pencil/ https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-forge-of-freedom-106982838/episode/episode-15-the-forge-of-freedom-113173059/ https://rumble.com/v2i6xdu-episode-15.-the-forge-of-freedom-i-pencil.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJ71fo2QFws Tags: #liberty #freedom #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #gratitude #Thanksgiving #mindset #books #happiness #character DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 79. Paul Lathrop - The Man Behind the Polite Society Podcast In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by Paul Lathrop to discuss Paul’s podcast, The Polite Society Podcast. Resources: Polite Society Podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-polite-society-podcast-92764533/ SDRN – Home of the Self Defense Radio Network https://www.sdrn.us/ Gun Talk: Guntalk 09–04-2016 Part C https://guntalk.libsyn.com/guntalk-0904-2016-part-c Paul Lathrop, owner and co-exec producer of the Polite Society Podcast : Gun Freedom Radio https://gunfreedomradio.com/guests/paul-lathrop-owner-and-co-exec-producer-of-polite-society-podcast-on-the-self-defense-radio-network-creator-of-amm-con-alternative-mass-media-conference/ Polite Society Podcast - Gun Freedom Radio : Gun Freedom Radio https://gunfreedomradio.com/guests/polite-society-podcast/ Polite Society Podcast - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PoliticsAndGunsPodcast/ Polite Society Podcast - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/Politesocietypodcast/videos Self-Defense Radio Network - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/selfdefenseradio Tags: #liberty #freedom #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #firearms #guns #training #mindset #books #marksmanship #awareness #gunhandling #law DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 78. Adderall Shortages, Lessons from Gillian Lynne, and a Call for Personalized Education In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses a story about two influential figures that broke free from the government school model and changed the world for the better. Resources: What the Back-to-School Adderall Shortage Really Tells Us - Foundation for Economic Education https://fee.org/articles/what-the-back-to-school-adderall-shortage-really-tells-us/ Dancer Needed To Move To Think : NPR https://www.npr.org/2014/10/04/353679082/dancer-needed-to-move-to-think Do schools kill creativity? | Sir Ken Robinson - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iG9CE55wbtY Gillian Lynne - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gillian_Lynne Symptoms arise from being in an unnatural environment. Medicate children to suppress symptoms and conform to such unnatural conditions.… | Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CvFZl1gtFCl/?img_index=1 Sir Ken Robinson: How Do Schools Kill Creativity? : NPR https://www.npr.org/2014/10/03/351552772/how-do-schools-kill-creativity Episode 54. Kids Don’t Need School (Jonathan and Adriana Prescott) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO66d6bHt1g Plutarch (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy) https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/plutarch/ Plutarch | Biography, Works, & Facts | Britannica https://www.britannica.com/biography/Plutarch Tags: #liberty #freedom #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #school #unschool #government #homeschool #creativity #agency #mindset #books DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 77. Essential Reading for Gun Owners In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss some of their book recommendations for gun owners. Resources: The Law of Self Defense by Andrew F. Branca https://www.amazon.com/Law-Self-Defense-Indispensable-Citizen/dp/1943809143/ref=sr_1_1?crid=11F8DCAC1IJMT&keywords=law+of+self+defense&qid=1699840442&sprefix=law+of+self+defense%2Caps%2C96&sr=8-1 Dave Grossman (On Combat) https://www.amazon.com/Combat-Psychology-Physiology-Deadly-Conflict-ebook/dp/B0B76Q68Q4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=GJC99O1G2QC1&keywords=on+combat+dave+grossman&qid=1699840453&sprefix=on+combat%2Caps%2C95&sr=8-1 Dave Grossman (On Killing) https://www.amazon.com/Killing-Psychological-Cost-Learning-Society/dp/0316040932/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MTI34GNARMDR&keywords=on+killing+dave+grossman&qid=1699840461&sprefix=on+killing+dave+grossman%2Caps%2C81&sr=8-1 Dave Grossman (Warrior Mindset) https://www.amazon.com/Warrior-Mindset-Dr-Michael-Asken/dp/0964920557/ref=sr_1_9?qid=1699840472&refinements=p_27%3ADave+Grossman&s=books&sr=1-9&text=Dave+Grossman Left of Bang by Patrick Van Horn https://www.amazon.com/Left-Bang-Marine-Combat-Program-ebook/dp/B00L45NXF4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=6XOICZCXGPBJ&keywords=left+of+bang&qid=1699840500&s=books&sprefix=left+of+bang%2Cstripbooks%2C83&sr=1-1 The Gift of Fear by Gavin de Becker https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Fear-Gavin-Becker-ebook/dp/B0036Z9U2A/ref=sr_1_1?crid=QY1DJU9VBIT6&keywords=gift+of+fear&qid=1699840507&s=books&sprefix=gift+of+fear%2Cstripbooks%2C90&sr=1-1 Aftermath by Jim Fleming https://www.amazon.com/AFTERMATH-Lessons-Self-Defense-Shooting/dp/1511434651/ref=sr_1_1?crid=17MC1Z3EUZDAX&keywords=aftermath+jim+fleming&qid=1699840521&s=books&sprefix=aftermath+jim+fleming%2Cstripbooks%2C82&sr=1-1 Straight Talk on Armed Defense by Massad Ayoob https://www.amazon.com/Straight-Talk-Armed-Defense-Experts/dp/1440247544/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1F5FZ107BG26R&keywords=straight+talk+on+armed+self+defense&qid=1699840536&s=books&sprefix=straight+talk+on+armed+self+defense%2Cstripbooks%2C80&sr=1-1 Principles of Personal Defense by Jeff Cooper https://www.amazon.com/Principles-Personal-Defense-Jeff-Cooper-ebook/dp/B08GPCLQTV/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OTGKREAGW2TF&keywords=principles+of+personal+defense&qid=1699840552&s=books&sprefix=principles+of+personal+defense%2Cstripbooks%2C200&sr=1-1 Book of Two Guns by Tiger McKee https://www.amazon.com/Book-Two-Guns-Martial-Carbine/dp/1419601806/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2D7SEW9CAECV9&keywords=book+of+two+guns&qid=1699840574&s=books&sprefix=book+of+two+guns%2Cstripbooks%2C89&sr=1-1 Tyranny of Gun Control by Jacob Hornberger https://www.amazon.com/Tyranny-Gun-Control-Jacob-Hornberger/dp/1890687006/ref=sr_1_1?crid=39GCY599EWTYF&keywords=tyranny+of+gun+control+hornberger&qid=1699840608&s=books&sprefix=tyranny+of+gun+control+hornberger%2Cstripbooks%2C79&sr=1-1 Gun Control Myths (John Lott) https://www.amazon.com/Gun-Control-Myths-politicians-botched/dp/B08C95PD1K/ref=sr_1_2?crid=SVZ52RDVT7R5&keywords=gun+control+myths&qid=1699840624&s=books&sprefix=gun+control+myths%2Cstripbooks%2C83&sr=1-2 War on Guns (John Lott) https://www.amazon.com/War-Guns-Yourself-Against-Control-ebook/dp/B01HH5HN8W/ref=sr_1_1?crid=TJHABIPEOT2Q&keywords=war+on+guns&qid=1699840634&s=books&sprefix=war+on+guns%2Cstripbooks%2C91&sr=1-1 In the Gravest Extreme (Massad Ayoob) https://www.amazon.com/Gravest-Extreme-Firearm-Personal-Protection/dp/0936279001/ref=sr_1_1?crid=Y8GYVZRQ2IPR&keywords=in+the+gravest+extreme+by+massad+ayoob&qid=1699840425&sprefix=in+the+gravest+%2Caps%2C90&sr=8-1 John Lott (Gun Control Myths; More Guns, Less Crime; and Gun Control Myths) https://www.amazon.com/More-Guns-Less-Crime-Understanding/dp/0226493644/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3EF5HESV8S7VY&keywords=more+guns+less+crime&qid=1699840366&sprefix=more+guns+less+crime%2Caps%2C87&sr=8-5 Deadly Force (Massad Ayoob) https://www.amazon.com/Deadly-Force-Understanding-Self-Defense-Defense-ebook/dp/B09R8QB9RS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2L2VN2BSS7JLQ&keywords=deadly+force+massad+ayoob&qid=1699840389&sprefix=deadly+force+%2Caps%2C90&sr=8-1 The Founders’ Second Amendment (Stephen Halbrook) https://www.amazon.com/Founders-Second-Amendment-Independent-Political/dp/1566637929/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2WG0RDPJYGXHJ&keywords=the+founders%27+second+amendment+origins+of+the+right+to+bear+arms&qid=1699840401&sprefix=the+founders+second+%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-1 America’s Rifle (Stephen Halbrook) https://www.amazon.com/Americas-Rifle-Stephen-P-Halbrook/dp/1637586809/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3VM78BA6IQEED&keywords=america%27s+rifle+by+stephen+halbrook&qid=1699840417&sprefix=halbrook+amer%2Caps%2C73&sr=8-1 Active Response Training (Greg Ellifritz’s book recommendations) https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/recommended-reading Armed Citizen’s Legal Defense Network (ACLDN) https://armedcitizensnetwork.org/our-journal/2023-journals Episode 21. Armed School Teachers (with Mike Ooley) – The Forge of Freedom https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/05/09/episode-21-armed-school-teachers-with-mike-ooley/ Episode 40. Are We Good Enough for Liberty? by Lawrence Reed – The Forge of Freedom https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/07/07/episode-40-are-we-good-enough-for-liberty-by-lawrence-reed/ Episode 60. The Tyranny of Gun Control with Jacob G. Hornberger – The Forge of Freedom https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/09/17/episode-60-the-tyranny-of-gun-control-with-jacob-g-hornberger/ Lawrence Reed award by Poland https://fee.org/articles/decades-after-assisting-the-polish-underground-in-the-ussr-an-economist-will-receive-poland-s-highest-honor/ https://fee.org/articles/lawrence-w-reed-statement-to-the-president-of-poland/ Tags: #liberty #freedom #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #firearms #guns #training #mindset #books #marksmanship #awareness #gunhandling #law DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 76. Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog with Matthew Duffy (Part 2) In this episode, Alex Ooley continues his discussion with Matthew Duffy about Duffy’s book, Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog: Building a Positive Relationship. If you are an average dog owner looking for answers to your dog-training needs, then it’s time to take the Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog. Whether you’ve finally taken the plunge and adopted a puppy or dog but have no idea how to train it or make it a member of your family, or whether you have a dog that has been unruly for months or years, this is the book for you! Thousands of people just like you have gone to Matthew Duffy, a 30-year veteran dog trainer, for help. And just as they were able to take control of their dog using Matthew’s techniques in Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog, you will too! This straightforward book, which is centered around positive reinforcement, teaches you the techniques and step-by-step instruction you need to train your dog effectively and quickly. The training techniques outlined in the book apply equally well to all breed types and ages. In Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog, Matthew teaches you: •how to transform a rambunctious dog into a composed family member without the use of negative emotion; •how to develop self-control in your dog without the use of formal commands; •how to manage your dog’s behavior when challenged by distractions; •how to teach the five basic formal commands, step by step; •how to better understand the way your dog thinks; and •the basic principles of shaping your dog’s behavior. A Message from Matthew “The head of the average family I deal with often falls short on enough time to comfortably manage all the aspects of pack living: too little time for the kids and spouse, even less time for himself or herself, and next to no time for the dog. In our amped-up American lifestyle, we have so much on our daily plate that there is little room left for any additional challenge, like owning a dog. How sad it would be to miss out on such a rewarding and ancient relationship. This has been my job over the past three decades: helping families minimize the challenge of dog ownership so that it fits on their daily plate. Honestly, with a few environmental controls and the right kind of relationship development, anyone can enjoy a canine companion as the first breeders intended: an animal uniquely developed to live among people.” Instagram: @duffysdogtraining Facebook: @duffysdogtraining Twitter: @DuffysDogs Resources: Episode 74. Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog with Matthew Duffy (Part 1) https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/11/04/episode-74-ten-natural-steps-to-training-the-family-dog-with-matthew-duffy-part-1/ Duffy's Dog Training https://www.whitefangventures.com/?page_id=3201 Duffy’s on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/duffysdogtraining https://www.instagram.com/duffysdogtraining/ https://twitter.com/DuffysDogs Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog: Building a Positive Relationship by Matthew P. Duffy https://www.amazon.com/Ten-Natural-Steps-Training-Family/dp/1456526308/ref=sr_1_2?crid=AXIWRKR5CDCS&keywords=matthew+duffy&qid=1698696609&sprefix=matthew+duffy%2Caps%2C406&sr=8-2 Dog Training and Eight Faces of Aggressive Behavior: A Master's Solution to Barkers, Growlers and Biters by Matthew P. Duffy https://www.amazon.com/Training-Eight-Faces-Aggressive-Behavior/dp/1492336718/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1YJ4NWLNQPV76&keywords=matthew+duffy&qid=1699021279&sprefix=matthew+duffy%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-1 Franklin: The Man behind the United States Commando Dogs by Matthew P. Duffy https://www.amazon.com/Franklin-behind-United-States-Commando/dp/069206270X/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1YJ4NWLNQPV76&keywords=matthew+duffy&qid=1699021279&sprefix=matthew+duffy%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-3 Tags: #liberty #freedom #dog #dogtraining #doglover #dogtrainer #dogtrainingtips #balancedtraining #GSD #labrador #K9 #serviceanimal #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #firearms #guns #training #mindset DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 75. Domestic Violence Restraining Orders and the Second Amendment (United States v. Rahimi) In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss United States v. Rahimi, a second amendment case before the United State Supreme Court involving the constitutionality of 18 USC 922(g)(8), prohibiting the possession of a firearm by someone subject to a domestic violence restraining order. Resources: Domestic Violence and the Second Amendment – Nelson Lund https://lawliberty.org/domestic-violence-and-the-second-amendment/ 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(8) - 18_usc_922g8.pdf https://www.law.gmu.edu/assets/files/faculty/18_usc_922g8.pdf United States v. Rahimi - SCOTUSblog https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/united-states-v-rahimi/ Stephen Halbrook Amicus Brief for National African American Gun Association Inc. https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/22/22-915/284094/20231004141846798_22-915%20Amicus%20Brief%20of%20National%20African%20American%20Gun%20Association%20Inc..pdf FPC Amicus https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/22/22-915/284194/20231004162323139_22-915%20bsac%20Firearms%20Policy%20Coalition.pdf Rahimi https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/22/22-915/284156/20231004130239138_Rahimi%20final%2010.02.2023.pdf Rahimi https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/22/22-915/280662/20230927174948653_Rahimi%20-%2022-915%20-%20Respondent%20Brief%20-%20FINAL.pdf Home - Supreme Court of the United States https://www.supremecourt.gov/ Second Amendment Roundup: “Do as I Say, Not as You Ruled” https://reason.com/volokh/2023/10/31/second-amendment-roundup-do-as-i-say-not-as-you-ruled/ Stephen Halbrook https://stephenhalbrook.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/22-915-Amicus-Brief-of-National-African-American-Gun-Association-Inc.pdf Tags: #liberty #freedom #rights #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #firearms #guns #SCOTUS #supremecourt #constitution #law DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 74. Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog with Matthew Duffy (Part 1) In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by Matthew Duffy to discuss his book, Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog: Building a Positive Relationship. If you are an average dog owner looking for answers to your dog-training needs, then it’s time to take the Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog. Whether you’ve finally taken the plunge and adopted a puppy or dog but have no idea how to train it or make it a member of your family, or whether you have a dog that has been unruly for months or years, this is the book for you! Thousands of people just like you have gone to Matthew Duffy, a 30-year veteran dog trainer, for help. And just as they were able to take control of their dog using Matthew’s techniques in Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog, you will too! This straightforward book, which is centered around positive reinforcement, teaches you the techniques and step-by-step instruction you need to train your dog effectively and quickly. The training techniques outlined in the book apply equally well to all breed types and ages. In Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog, Matthew teaches you: •how to transform a rambunctious dog into a composed family member without the use of negative emotion; •how to develop self-control in your dog without the use of formal commands; •how to manage your dog’s behavior when challenged by distractions; •how to teach the five basic formal commands, step by step; •how to better understand the way your dog thinks; and •the basic principles of shaping your dog’s behavior. A Message from Matthew “The head of the average family I deal with often falls short on enough time to comfortably manage all the aspects of pack living: too little time for the kids and spouse, even less time for himself or herself, and next to no time for the dog. In our amped-up American lifestyle, we have so much on our daily plate that there is little room left for any additional challenge, like owning a dog. How sad it would be to miss out on such a rewarding and ancient relationship. This has been my job over the past three decades: helping families minimize the challenge of dog ownership so that it fits on their daily plate. Honestly, with a few environmental controls and the right kind of relationship development, anyone can enjoy a canine companion as the first breeders intended: an animal uniquely developed to live among people.” Resources: Duffy's Dog Training https://www.whitefangventures.com/?page_id=3201 Duffy’s on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/duffysdogtraining https://www.instagram.com/duffysdogtraining/ https://twitter.com/DuffysDogs Ten Natural Steps to Training the Family Dog: Building a Positive Relationship by Matthew P. Duffy https://www.amazon.com/Ten-Natural-Steps-Training-Family/dp/1456526308/ref=sr_1_2?crid=AXIWRKR5CDCS&keywords=matthew+duffy&qid=1698696609&sprefix=matthew+duffy%2Caps%2C406&sr=8-2 Dog Training and Eight Faces of Aggressive Behavior: A Master's Solution to Barkers, Growlers and Biters by Matthew P. Duffy https://www.amazon.com/Training-Eight-Faces-Aggressive-Behavior/dp/1492336718/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1YJ4NWLNQPV76&keywords=matthew+duffy&qid=1699021279&sprefix=matthew+duffy%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-1 Franklin: The Man behind the United States Commando Dogs by Matthew P. Duffy https://www.amazon.com/Franklin-behind-United-States-Commando/dp/069206270X/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1YJ4NWLNQPV76&keywords=matthew+duffy&qid=1699021279&sprefix=matthew+duffy%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-3 Tags: #liberty #freedom #dog #dogtraining #doglover #dogtrainer #dogtrainingtips #balancedtraining #GSD #labrador #K9 #serviceanimal #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #firearms #guns #training #mindset Instagram: @duffysdogtraining Facebook: @duffysdogtraining Twitter: @DuffysDogs DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 73. Gun Control Myths In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss common gun control myths. Resources: Firearms Policy Coalition -- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy3wUf1qNZP/ Second Amendment Myths and Misinformation | The Heritage Foundation https://www.heritage.org/the-essential-second-amendment/second-amendment-myths-and-misinformation Data Visualization | Defensive Gun Uses in the U.S. | The Heritage Foundation https://datavisualizations.heritage.org/firearms/defensive-gun-uses-in-the-us/ Quote https://freedomandprosperity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screenshot-2023-05-13-at-11.22.25-PM.jpg The Seven Myths of Gun Control: Reclaiming the Truth About Guns, Crime, and the Second Amendment: Poe, Richard https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Myths-Gun-Control-Reclaiming/dp/0761525580 The Founder’s; Second Amendment: Origins of the Right to Bear Arms (Independent Studies in Political Economy): Halbrook, Stephen P.: 9781566637923: Amazon.com: Books https://www.amazon.com/Founders-Second-Amendment-Independent-Political/dp/1566637929/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2WC9ABRJJ8QJC&keywords=the+founders+second+amendment&qid=1698594830&sprefix=the+founders+second+%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-1 More Guns Less Crime: Understanding Crime and Gun Control Laws: Lott Jr., John R.: 9781707911974: Amazon.com: Books https://www.amazon.com/More-Guns-Less-Crime-Understanding/dp/1707911975/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1BLI8C8VD5SGU&keywords=more+guns+less+crime+john+lott&qid=1698594838&sprefix=more+guns+les%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-1 Gun Control Myths: How politicians, the media, and botched "studies" have twisted the facts on gun control: Lott Jr, Dr John R, Pollack, Andrew https://www.amazon.com/Gun-Control-Myths-politicians-botched/dp/B08C95PD1K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2T743URTHXYPB&keywords=gun+control+myths+john+lott&qid=1698594852&sprefix=gun+control+myths%2Caps%2C95&sr=8-1 The War on Guns: Arming Yourself Against Gun Control Lies: 9781621575801: Lott Jr., John R.: Books https://www.amazon.com/War-Guns-Yourself-Against-Control/dp/1621575802/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1PQOMX20MRZNK&keywords=war+on+guns+john+lott&qid=1698594864&sprefix=war+on+guns+john+lott%2Caps%2C89&sr=8-1 7 Gun Control Myths That Just Won’t Die https://thefederalist.com/2015/10/07/7-gun-control-myths-that-just-wont-die/ The Seven Myths of Gun Control: Reclaiming the Truth About Guns, Crime, and the Second Amendment - Foundation for Economic Education https://fee.org/articles/the-seven-myths-of-gun-control-reclaiming-the-truth-about-guns-crime-and-the-second-amendment/ Gun control | International Liberty https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/tag/gun-control/ Leviathan - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leviathan Another Leftist Has an Epiphany on Guns | International Liberty https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/2020/12/26/another-leftist-has-an-epiphany-on-guns/ Tags: #liberty #freedom #rights #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #firearms #guns #training #mindset #guncontrol #myths DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 72. Are We Good Enough for Liberty? by Lawrence Reed (rerun of Ep. 40) Alex Ooley is joined by Lawrence (“Larry”) Reed to discuss Reed’s book, Are We Good Enough for Liberty?, and the importance of character to the preservation of liberty. Lawrence Reed: https://www.lawrencewreed.com/ Are We Good Enough for Liberty?: https://fee.org/resources/are-we-good-enough-for-liberty/ https://fee.org/media/32960/good-enough-for-liberty-revised-final-1.pdf “Spreading Freedom to the World”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7RJcAdDHZE Other Links: https://fee.org/people/lawrence-w-reed/ https://fee.org/articles/wanted-moral-courage/ https://fee.org/resources/blinking-lights-project/ Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=895476625267037&set=a.290535892427783 https://www.lawrencewreed.com/about https://fee.org/articles/fee-s-president-emeritus-lawrence-reed-to-be-honored-in-warsaw-and-receive-order-of-merit/ https://www.mackinac.org/30044 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Order_of_Merit_of_the_Republic_of_Poland https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Recipients_of_the_Order_of_Merit_of_the_Republic_of_Poland https://www.president.pl/president/competences/orders-and-decorations https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Grand_Crosses_of_the_Order_of_Merit_of_the_Republic_of_Poland DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast. This podcast is also available on other platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theforgeoffreedom Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2263714 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-forge-of-freedom/id1663691635 iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-forge-of-freedom-106982838/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/24GFU6uBP3IV9G1e2bFsz6 PodLink: https://pod.link/1663691635 Tune-In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Education-Podcasts/The-Forge-of-Freedom-p3486880/?topicId=265885603 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/bb7145f8-24dc-49d2-8b43-0c6e4d98686d/the-forge-of-freedom Spotify for Podcasters: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forgeoffreedom Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-forge-of-freedom/PC:1001051774 Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/km4st-29d5c3/The-Forge-of-Freedom-Podcast YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6_liiJJ_k4OeOjgXa1hiD_eyrpiwDf3r&si=DTsNuDPNiJot5rQr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forgeoffreedom/videos

Show Notes: Episode 70. What is the 9th Amendment? In this episode, Alex Ooley shares an article from the Tenth Amendment Center by Mike Maharrey called, “Constitution 101: The Ninth Amendment.” The Ninth Amendment is often overlooked and ignored, but it serves a crucial purpose by affirming the limited nature of the government that was intended to be formed. Resources: Constitution 101: The Ninth Amendment | Tenth Amendment Center https://tenthamendmentcenter.com/2016/07/05/constitution-101-the-ninth-amendment/ Episode 5. The Forge of Freedom – The Bill of Rights - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxF_6WB1cVg Constitution Owner’s Manual | TAC Store https://shop.tenthamendmentcenter.com/product/constitution-owners-manual/ Our Last Hope: Rediscovering the Lost Path to Liberty | TAC Store https://shop.tenthamendmentcenter.com/product/our-last-hope-rediscovering-the-lost-path-to-liberty/ Michael Maharrey https://www.michaelmaharrey.com/ Mike Maharrey (@mmaharrey10th) / X https://twitter.com/mmaharrey10th Facebook - Mike Maharrey https://www.facebook.com/mmaharrey/ The Lost History of the Ninth Amendment | TAC Store https://shop.tenthamendmentcenter.com/product/the-lost-history-of-the-ninth-amendment/?doing_wp_cron=1467755897.0164000988006591796875 TenthAmendmentCenter (@TenthAmendment) / X https://twitter.com/TenthAmendment Tenth Amendment Center - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/TenthAmendmentCenter Facebook - Tenth Amendment Center https://www.facebook.com/tenthamendmentcenter/ Tenth Amendment Center (@tenthamendmentcenter) • Instagram photos and videos https://www.instagram.com/tenthamendmentcenter/ Tags: #liberty #freedom #rights #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #Constitution #billofrights #law DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 71. Firearms Trainers You Should Know In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss how to find quality firearms instructors and some that Mike and Alex know are quality trainers. Resources: Ken Campbell, Chief Executive Officer, Gunsite Academy - Gunsite Academy https://www.gunsite.com/gunsite-instructors/sheriff-ken-campbell/ Who is Massad Ayoob? - Massad Ayoob Group https://massadayoobgroup.com/who/ Available Classes | Active Response Training https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/available-classes Trainers You Should Know- Citizens Safety Academy | Active Response Training https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/trainers-you-should-know-citizens-safety-academy Tom Givens - Rangemaster https://rangemaster.com/tom-givens/ Newsletter - Rangemaster https://rangemaster.com/newsletter/ Thunder Ranch https://thunderranchinc.com/courses Mike Seeklander - Bio - Shooting-Performance.com https://www.shooting-performance.com/training/instructors/ Classes – Rogers Shooting School (Bill Rogers) https://rogersshootingschool.com/collections/classes CSA Instructors – Citizens Safety Academy https://citizenssafety.com/csa-instructors/#section-aqil-credentials About Langdon Tactical (Ernest Langdon) https://langdontactical.com/about About – Defense Training International (John Farnam) https://defense-training.com/about/ https://defense-training.com/schedule/ John Correia - Active Self Protection https://activeselfprotection.com/our-owner-and-founder-john-correia/ Marlan Ingram - Openrange https://www.openrangesports.com/search/marlan/ NRA Training https://firearmtraining.nra.org/student-courses/ David Yamane re Dr. William April https://gunculture2point0.wordpress.com/2021/08/06/resources-by-and-about-william-aprill-of-aprill-risk-consulting/ Tiger McKee https://www.amazon.com/Book-Two-Guns-Martial-2005-01-19/dp/B01K3N6SOK https://www.thetacticalwire.com/features/977907c8-c754-4fe9-bfdd-5f2ca8830a3a https://www.guntalk.com/post/the-next-shot https://www.guntalk.com/post/fighting-safely https://www.guntalk.com/post/avoidance-and-escape https://www.guntalk.com/post/fightin-stance https://www.guntalk.com/post/concealment-draw-2 https://www.guntalk.com/post/follow-through https://www.thetacticalwire.com/features/977907c8-c754-4fe9-bfdd-5f2ca8830a3a Lee Weems https://www.youtube.com/c/leeweems https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lee-weems Gun Talk (Tom Gresham and Ryan Gresham) https://www.guntalk.com/ Tags: #liberty #freedom #rights #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #firearms #guns #training #mindset DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 69. Four Questions to Ask in Your Next Gun Control Debate In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss some suggestions about how to approach your interactions and conversations with gun control advocates. Resources: Four Questions to Ask in Your Next Gun Control Debate https://www.ammoland.com/2023/09/four-questions-to-ask-in-your-next-gun-control-debate/#axzz8EpaZ1dO9 The Secrets to Winning Hearts and Minds on the Second Amendment (John Correia's GRPC Speech) - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVnQ0_uxj6I&t=17s Gun Rights Policy Conference 2023 Saturday Afternoon Session - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYRV25xwsuk&t=4989s How to Win the Gun Control Debate in Favor of Guns https://www.ammoland.com/2017/10/winning-gun-control-debate/#axzz4xlJQRrKc Crime Prevention Research Center (John Lott) https://crimeresearch.org/ Gun Talk (Tom Gresham) https://www.guntalktv.com/ District of Columbia v. Heller :: 554 U.S. 570 (2008) :: Justia US Supreme Court Center https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/554/570/ McDonald v. Chicago | Oyez https://www.oyez.org/cases/2009/08-152 New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Inc. v. Bruen | Oyez https://www.oyez.org/cases/2021/20-843 Home - Second Amendment Foundation https://saf.org/ Firearms Policy Coalition https://www.firearmspolicy.org/ Gun Owners of America https://www.gunowners.org/ Tags: #liberty #freedom #rights #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #firearms #guns #debate #conversation #communication DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 68. Poetry to Carry with You Through Hard Times In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses three poems that continue to inspire him and that he hopes will inspire others to persevere through adversity and live the good life. Resources: Meeting Triumph and Disaster With the Ideal Man - Intellectual Takeout https://intellectualtakeout.org/2022/10/meeting-triumph-and-disaster-with-the-ideal-man/ Taking Poetry to Heart Is a Lifetime Gift - Intellectual Takeout https://intellectualtakeout.org/2022/08/taking-poetry-to-heart-is-a-lifetime-gift/ If— by Rudyard Kipling (Poem + Analysis) https://poemanalysis.com/rudyard-kipling/if/ Desiderata: Original Text https://www.desiderata.com/desiderata.html Desiderata - A Life Changing Poem for Hard Times - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CaVaF6TkSUU&t=25s Desiderata by Max Ehrmann - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFxvV7-JDRw What-Will-Matter https://whatwillmatter.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/000-What-Will-Matter-2.png "What Will Matter" Michael Josephson https://appleseeds.org/What-Matters.htm What Will Matter? A Poem by by Michael Josephson. Spiritual Reminders http://billjohnsononline.com/what-will-matter/ If— - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/If%E2%80%94 If by Rudyard Kipling - Read by Sir Michael Caine - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqOgyNfHl1U Timeless Advice from Rudyard Kipling https://fee.org/articles/timeless-advice-from-rudyard-kipling/ Manvotional: "If" by Rudyard Kipling | The Art of Manliness https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/manly-lessons/manvotional-if-by-rudyard-kipling/ "If-" by Rudyard Kipling | The Art of Manliness https://www.artofmanliness.com/if-by-rudyard-kipling/ The Life of Jack London #8: Success at Last | The Art of Manliness https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/manly-lessons/the-life-of-jack-london-as-a-case-study-in-the-power-and-perils-of-thumos-8-success-at-last/ If— by Rudyard Kipling - Poems | Academy of American Poets https://poets.org/poem/if If— by Rudyard Kipling | Poetry Foundation https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/46473/if--- if-rudyard-kipling.jpeg https://blausternschlonge.files.wordpress.com/2012/06/if-rudyard-kipling.jpeg If (image) https://i.pinimg.com/originals/b0/8e/cc/b08ecc28bd264a13c1ad7e2e93be1ea5.jpg If (image) https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0166/0736/products/IF-RDSelFA0_1024x1024.jpg?v=1498713457 If (image) https://images.fineartamerica.com/images/artworkimages/mediumlarge/1/if-by-rudyard-kipling-parchment-style-ginny-gaura.jpg If (image) https://i.pinimg.com/originals/07/11/2f/07112fe18a441fd4e032cc187353af06.jpg Tags: #liberty #freedom #rights #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #manliness #virtue #thumos #life #living #motivation #poetry #poem #kipling DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

Show Notes: Episode 66. War is a Racket In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the book by Smedley Butler called War is a Racket. Originally printed in 1935, War Is a Racket is General Smedley Butler’s frank speech describing his role as a soldier as nothing more than serving as a puppet for big-business interests. Widely appreciated and referenced by left- and right-wingers alike, this is an extraordinary argument against war – more relevant now than ever. Resources: War is a Racket: https://ratical.org/ratville/CAH/warisaracket.pdf Gangsters of Capitalism: Smedley Butler, war is a racket, & beating a coup: https://taskandpurpose.com/news/smedley-butler-gangsters-of-capitalism/ War Is a Racket – Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/War_Is_a_Racket War is a Racket : Feral House: https://feralhouse.com/war-is-a-racket/ War is a Racket: The Profit Motive Behind Warfare: Butler, Smedley: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1434407004/ref=sw_img_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1 Smedley Butler – Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smedley_Butler WAR IS A RACKET by Maj. Gen. Smedley D. Butler (audiobook): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26O-2SVcrw0 Alexis de Tocqueville – Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexis_de_Tocqueville Smedley Butler and the Racket That Is War – The Future of Freedom Foundation: https://www.fff.org/explore-freedom/article/smedley-butler-racket-war/ January-2023-Future-of-Freedom.pdf: https://www.fff.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/January-2023-Future-of-Freedom.pdf Task & Purpose: https://www.facebook.com/TaskandPurpose https://twitter.com/TaskandPurpose Tags: #liberty #freedom #rights #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #war #warisaracket #imperialism #nationaldefense #nationalsecuritystate

Show Notes: Episode 67. Flying with Firearms In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss how to fly with a firearm. The process can seem daunting at first, but it is not difficult if you know a few basic guidelines. Resources: The Definitive Guide To Flying With Guns | Active Response Training https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/flying-with-guns Transporting Firearms and Ammunition | Transportation Security Administration https://www.tsa.gov/travel/transporting-firearms-and-ammunition Civil Enforcement | Transportation Security Administration https://www.tsa.gov/travel/civil-enforcement TSA says there is a proper way to pack, declare and travel with a firearm | Transportation Security Administration https://www.tsa.gov/news/press/releases/2021/12/21/tsa-says-there-proper-way-pack-declare-and-travel-firearm Flying with Firearms: Everything You Need to Know - Pew Pew Tactical https://www.pewpewtactical.com/flying-with-firearms/ Daily Defense 3-9: Traveling With Firearms on Commercial Airlines - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPJYjO2iMWo How to Fly with a Gun: Everything You Need to Know | Pelican https://www.pelican.com/us/en/discover/pelican-flyer/post/how-to-fly-with-a-gun--everything-you-need-to-know/ What Can I Bring? All | Transportation Security Administration https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/all?page=8 Pocket Knife | Transportation Security Administration https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/items/pocket-knife Pepper Spray | Transportation Security Administration https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/items/pepper-spray Self-Defense Sprays | Transportation Security Administration https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/items/self-defense-sprays Pocket Knives and Airports - TSA Knife Rules – Knife Depot https://knife-depot.com/pages/pocket-knives-and-airports-tsa-knife-rules Another Downside To Flying With Guns | Active Response Training https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/another-downside-to-flying-with-guns UPDATE: Man charged in Louisville airport security breach had weapon in his bag https://www.wave3.com/2023/09/25/update-man-charged-louisville-airport-security-breach-had-weapon-his-bag/ Greenville man arrested for bringing gun to Louisville airport | News | newsandtribune.com https://www.newsandtribune.com/news/greenville-man-arrested-for-bringing-gun-to-louisville-airport/article_b02f3b76-5bc8-11ee-98cc-3b41ed4ac756.html TSA set for record number of guns found at airports – Bearing Arms https://bearingarms.com/tomknighton/2023/10/03/tsa-set-for-record-n75580 U.S. Attorney threatens to revoke carry permits for those caught with a gun in carry-on baggage – Bearing Arms https://bearingarms.com/camedwards/2023/10/02/u-s-attorney-threatens-to-revoke-carry-permits-for-those-caught-with-a-gun-in-carry-on-baggage-n75550 Airlines: American: https://www.aa.com/i18n/travel-info/baggage/firearms-and-ammunition.jsp Alaska Air: https://www.alaskaair.com/content/travel-info/baggage/special-baggage/transporting-firearms Allegiant: https://www.allegiantair.com/restricted-articles Air Canada: https://www.aircanada.com/us/en/aco/home/plan/baggage/restricted-and-prohibited-items.html#/ Delta: https://www.delta.com/us/en/baggage/special-items/overview Frontier: https://faq.flyfrontier.com/help/bags-seats-general-info-can-i-bring-a-firearm-with-me Jet Blue: https://www.jetblue.com/help/musical-instruments-and-other-special-items Southwest: https://www.southwest.com/help/baggage/special-baggage-sports-equipment Spirit: https://content.spirit.com/Shared/en-us/Documents/Contract_of_Carriage.pdf United: https://www.united.com/en/us/fly/baggage/sports-equipment.html Tags: #liberty #freedom #rights #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #firearms #guns #travel #flight #TSA #airline DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone

Notes: Episode 64. Jeff Knox: Fighting to Save the NRA Alex Ooley is joined by Jeff Knox, Director of The Firearms Coalition, an independent rights advocacy organization comprised of gun clubs, grassroots organizations, and individual activists. Founded in 1984 by gun rights legend, Neal Knox, The Coalition has been actively working to educate, inform, and influence the public and our servants for almost 40 years. To join The Firearms Coalition, support their work, and subscribe to their newsletter and other services, visit www.FirearmsCoalition.org. Resources: Firearms Coalition https://firearmscoalition.org/ NRA Director Nominations & Petitions | The Firearms Coalition https://firearmscoalition.org/nra-director-nominations-petitions/ Can the NRA be Saved? Open Call for Activist NRA Board Candidates! | The Firearms Coalition https://firearmscoalition.org/can-the-nra-be-saved-open-call-for-activist-nra-board-candidates/ The Knox Report: Fighting to Save the NRA - Firearms News https://www.firearmsnews.com/editorial/fighting-to-save-the-nra/460236 Jeff Knox - AmmoLand https://www.ammoland.com/author/jeff-knox/ Jeff Knox (@JeffKnox) / X https://twitter.com/JeffKnox Jeff Knox / Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FirearmsCoalition Neal Knox - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neal_Knox NRA in Danger – NRA's internal scandals imperil its survival https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/ Neal Knox - The Gun Rights War: Neal Knox, Chris Knox https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0976863308/ref=sw_img_1?smid=A1MU0TH93M3G6W&psc=1 DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast. #freedom #liberty #2A #constitution #NRA #firearms #rights #responsibilities #grassroots

Notes: Episode 64. Jeff Knox: Fighting to Save the NRA Alex Ooley is joined by Jeff Knox, Director of The Firearms Coalition, an independent rights advocacy organization comprised of gun clubs, grassroots organizations, and individual activists. Founded in 1984 by gun rights legend, Neal Knox, The Coalition has been actively working to educate, inform, and influence the public and our servants for almost 40 years. To join The Firearms Coalition, support their work, and subscribe to their newsletter and other services, visit www.FirearmsCoalition.org. Resources: Firearms Coalition https://firearmscoalition.org/ NRA Director Nominations & Petitions | The Firearms Coalition https://firearmscoalition.org/nra-director-nominations-petitions/ Can the NRA be Saved? Open Call for Activist NRA Board Candidates! | The Firearms Coalition https://firearmscoalition.org/can-the-nra-be-saved-open-call-for-activist-nra-board-candidates/ The Knox Report: Fighting to Save the NRA - Firearms News https://www.firearmsnews.com/editorial/fighting-to-save-the-nra/460236 Jeff Knox - AmmoLand https://www.ammoland.com/author/jeff-knox/ Jeff Knox (@JeffKnox) / X https://twitter.com/JeffKnox Jeff Knox / Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FirearmsCoalition Neal Knox - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neal_Knox NRA in Danger – NRA's internal scandals imperil its survival https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/ Neal Knox - The Gun Rights War: Neal Knox, Chris Knox https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0976863308/ref=sw_img_1?smid=A1MU0TH93M3G6W&psc=1 DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast. #freedom #liberty #2A #constitution #NRA #firearms #rights #responsibilities #grassroots

Show Notes: Episode 65. Structure of the Federal Courts and Duncan v. Bonta “High-Capacity” Magazine Case In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by his father, Mike Ooley, to discuss the structure of the federal courts and the status of the Duncan v. Bonta challenge to California’s “high capacity” magazine ban. Resources: Duncan v. Becerra - Michel & Associates, P.C. https://michellawyers.com/duncan-v-becerra/ 2023-09-22 Decision Signed by Judge R. Benitez https://michellawyers.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2023-09-22-Decision-Signed-by-Judge-R.-Benitez2263869.1.pdf 9th Circuit Panel (Duncan v. Bonta) https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.ca9.345123/gov.uscourts.ca9.345123.3.0.pdf CRPA Files Opposition to Stay of Injunction in Duncan v. Bonta - CRPA https://crpa.org/news/blogs/crpa-files-opposition-to-stay-of-injunction-in-duncan-v-bonta/ Duncan Decision A Big Win, State Likely To Appeal - CRPA https://crpa.org/news/blogs/duncan-decision-a-big-win-state-likely-to-appeal/ Judge Benitez finally drops Duncan v. Bonta Decision - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HTJ51_kOGM Legal Guides - CRPA https://crpa.org/resources/legal-guides/ En Banc Chart https://crpa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/en-banc-chart.jpg FAQ and Analysis RE Ninth Circuit Panel Decision https://crpa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/FAQ-and-Analysis-Re-Ninth-Circuit-Panel-Decision-08282020.pdf SAF CHEERS RULING OVERTURNING CAL. MAG BAN; WILL AFFECT OTHER STATES - Second Amendment Foundation https://saf.org/saf-cheers-ruling-overturning-cal-mag-ban-will-affect-other-states/ California Ammo Mag Ban Ruled Unconstitutional | The Reload https://thereload.com/california-ammo-mag-ban-ruled-unconstitutional/ Circuit Court Map https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/courses-images/wp-content/uploads/sites/430/2016/08/27180202/Capture2.png En Banc https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/En_banc Tags: #liberty #freedom #rights #responsibilities #personalresponsibility #firearms #handguns #training #mondaygunday

Show Notes: Episode 63. Hunter Biden Indictment Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss the indictment of Hunter Biden and the charges he is facing in federal court. Resources: Hunter Biden Indictment: https://d3i6fh83elv35t.cloudfront.net/static/2023/09/hunter-biden-indictment-1.pdf 18 USC 922: https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/922 Form 4473: https://www.atf.gov/firearms/updated-atf-form-4473-firearms-transaction-record-august-2023-revisions PBS Article re Indictment of Hunter Biden: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/read-the-full-hunter-biden-indictment-over-federal-gun-charges Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) – Gun Rights Policy Conference (GRPC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLYzEHkb0sc https://www.facebook.com/events/571593548370541 https://saf.org/grpc/ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast. #freedom #liberty #2A #constitution #criminallaw #crime #FBI #ATF

Show Notes: Episode 62. Striking Autoworkers Will Only Harm Their Own Livelihoods In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the United Auto Worker’s (UAW) strike and why the workers are focused on the wrong problem. Resources: Striking Autoworkers Will Only Harm Their Own Livelihoods | Mises Wire https://mises.org/wire/striking-autoworkers-will-only-harm-their-own-livelihoods Connor O'Keeffe https://mises.org/profile/connor-okeeffe Fiat Standard: The Debt Slavery Alternative to Human Civilization https://store.mises.org/Fiat-Standard-The-Debt-Slavery-Alternative-to-Human-Civilization-P11220.aspx On the Right to Strike - Foundation for Economic Education https://fee.org/articles/on-the-right-to-strike/ On Labor Unions - Foundation for Economic Education https://fee.org/articles/on-labor-unions/ Who Wins in Strikes? - Foundation for Economic Education https://fee.org/articles/who-wins-in-strikes/

Show Notes: Episode 60. The Tyranny of Gun Control with Jacob G. Hornberger Alex Ooley is joined by Jacob Hornberger to discuss his book, The Tyranny of Gun Control. The right to own firearms is one of the most fundamental, inherent rights of man. Not only do individuals have the natural, God-given right to own property, they also have the basic right to defend themselves from murderers, rapists, thieves, burglars, and other violent, antisocial people in society. Most importantly, individuals have the right to defend themselves from the oppressive, tyrannical acts of their own government. This book shows why gun control poses an enormous threat to the liberty of the American people. It is a must read for anyone concerned about the future direction of freedom in the United States. Resources: The Tyranny of Gun Control: Hornberger, Jacob G., Ebeling, Richard M. https://www.amazon.com/Tyranny-Gun-Control-Jacob-Hornberger/dp/1890687006 FFF's Upcoming Austrian Economics Conference https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=El_OtE_mqNo FFF on Twitter and Facebook: https://twitter.com/FutureofFreedom https://www.facebook.com/futureoffreedom Jacob G. Hornberger Biography https://www.fff.org/author/jacob-hornberger-2/ Gun Control and Tyranny – The Future of Freedom Foundation https://www.fff.org/2018/03/01/gun-control-tyranny/ The Tyranny of Gun Control – The Future of Freedom Foundation https://www.fff.org/store/the-tyranny-of-gun-control-paperback/ The Tyranny of Gun Control - Foundation for Economic Education https://fee.org/articles/the-tyranny-of-gun-control/ Full Context Interview with Jacob G. Hornberger – The Future of Freedom Foundation https://www.fff.org/explore-freedom/article/full-context-interview-with-jacob-g-hornberger/ Essays on Liberty - Foundation for Economic Education https://fee.org/resources/essays-on-liberty-2/ Essays on Liberty, Volume 1 - Foundation for Economic Education https://fee.org/resources/essays-on-liberty-volume-1/ Related Forge of Freedom Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6LiF-EO8jI&t=35s (War on Drugs) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nk4b1mXcQ-0 (2nd Amendment) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMOyQBobOEE (America’s Rifle / Stephen Halbrook) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJC77He8bMo (Are We Good Enough for Liberty? Larry Reed) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2hSo46J3NU (Vices Are Not Crime) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkPhL_mZeA4 (Positive & Negative Rights) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpcWLp46Beg (Jury Nullification) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kZP3uEz-Og (Civil Asset Forfeiture) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxF_6WB1cVg (Bill of Rights) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmvJCEYPa6Y (Theory of Property) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivj3cL7O7B8&t=145s (War on Drugs) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cfpPSrcIHA&t=15s (Why Freedom?) DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast. #freedom #family #life #liberty #2A #constitution #libertarinism #morality #selfownership #privateproperty

Show Notes: Episode 61. What Should You Know as a New Gun Owner? (rerun of Episode 19) In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by his father, Mike Ooley, to discuss what a new gun owner needs to know. Resources: Massad Ayoob Group – MAG40: https://massadayoobgroup.com/mag-40/ In the Gravest Extreme by Massad Ayoob: https://www.amazon.com/Gravest-Extreme-Firearm-Personal-Protection/dp/0936279001/ref=sr_1_1?crid=39EY9VXTHAXNS&keywords=in+the+gravest+extreme+by+massad+ayoob&qid=1682881750&sprefix=in+the+gravest+ext%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-1 The Law of Self-Defense by Andrew Branca https://www.amazon.com/Law-Self-Defense-Indispensable-Citizen/dp/1943809143/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2HI3KJNDMJYMI&keywords=law+of+self+defense&qid=1682881794&sprefix=law+of+self+defens%2Caps%2C106&sr=8-1 Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network (ACLDN) https://armedcitizensnetwork.org/ U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) https://academy.usconcealedcarry.com/ Gunsite https://www.gunsite.com/ John Farnam – Defensive Training International https://defense-training.com/about/ Tom Givens – Rangemaster https://rangemaster.com/tom-givens/ Greg Ellifritz https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/ John Correia at Active Self Protection https://activeselfprotection.com/ Lee Weems https://firstpersonsafety.com/ _______________________________ Tags: liberty, freedom, rights, responsibilities, personalresponsibility, firearms, handguns, training, mondaygunday The podcast is also available on YouTube, Rumble, and all the most popular podcast streaming sources: Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2263714 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theforgeoffreedom PodLink https://pod.link/1663691635 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-forge-of-freedom/id1663691635 Anchor/Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alex-ooley3 Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/bb7145f8-24dc-49d2-8b43-0c6e4d98686d/the-forge-of-freedom?ref=dm_sh_5bKJq2KMITkxLeV5hmkot23XF Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/24GFU6uBP3IV9G1e2bFsz6 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kODkzNjE3OC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjvr7vFsP_8AhWBL1kFHY6ADA8Q9sEGegQIARAC Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-forge-of-freedom TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Education-Podcasts/The-Forge-of-Freedom-p3486880/ iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-forge-of-freedom-106982838/