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Author Mark Monoscalco joins Sean Themea at FreedomFest to explore the ideas behind his book The Forbidden Idea, which features a foreword by Dr. Ron Paul. Mark spent years studying the philosophy and history of liberty, from natural rights and the non-aggression principle to the thinkers and movements that have challenged government power throughout history.

Sean and Mark discuss why liberty means the absence of coercion, the importance of private property and voluntary cooperation, what Ludwig von Mises understood about the failures of socialism, and how ordinary Americans can begin rebuilding a culture of freedom through their families, communities, and local institutions.

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What does it really take to build wealth, think independently, and create lasting prosperity? Investor and entrepreneur Ron Muhlenkamp joins Sean Themea to discuss the principles that have guided his life—from growing up on an Ohio farm to earning degrees from Harvard and MIT, founding Muhlenkamp & Company, and receiving praise from economist Milton Friedman.

Together, they explore the relationship between liberty and free markets, why long-term investing requires patience and optimism, the dangers of inflation and government spending, and why personal responsibility remains at the heart of financial success. Ron also shares lessons on entrepreneurship, family, and why freedom creates opportunity unlike any other system.

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Successful companies don't happen by accident, and neither do great leaders. Serial entrepreneur Joel Trammell has built, scaled, and sold multiple companies while helping countless executives become more effective CEOs.

In this episode, Sean Themea sits down with Joel to discuss entrepreneurship, the principles of effective leadership, building strong company cultures, making difficult decisions, and why personal responsibility, integrity, and clear communication are essential to leading any successful organization. Joel also shares lessons from decades of building businesses and explains why liberty creates the environment where entrepreneurs and innovators can thrive.

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Investor, economist, and Research Affiliates founder Rob Arnott has spent decades challenging conventional wisdom on Wall Street while championing the principles of free markets and limited government. In this episode, he shares why the ideas first outlined by Adam Smith nearly 250 years ago remain just as relevant today.

Sean Themea and Rob discuss The Wealth of Nations, the invisible hand, affordability, government spending, taxation, free trade, artificial intelligence, and why competition—not government intervention—drives innovation and prosperity. They also explore the future of AI, investing, constitutional government, and the enduring value of personal and economic freedom.

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Kelley Paul is an author, advocate, and champion for the principles of liberty. Through her children's books Goodnight Little American and Goodnight Young American, she is helping introduce America's founding story to a new generation while encouraging families to celebrate the ideas that made the United States unique.

In this episode, Sean Themea sits down with Kelley to discuss why America's founding still matters, the importance of teaching children about freedom and personal responsibility, the dangers of socialism, and why informed citizens must always question government authority. They also reflect on the lessons of the COVID era, the importance of entrepreneurship, and how parents can help preserve liberty by passing America's story to the next generation.

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Entrepreneur, philanthropist, and Moving Picture Institute co-founder Frayda Levy has spent decades advancing the ideas of liberty through entrepreneurship, storytelling, and philanthropy. From working in the Reagan administration to helping launch films and television projects that introduce audiences to free-market ideas, she has dedicated her career to changing culture one story at a time.

In this episode, Sean Themea and Frayda discuss why liberty begins with personal responsibility, how parenting shapes a free society, the importance of entrepreneurship, the future of artificial intelligence, and why culture often changes hearts faster than politics. They also explore how compelling storytelling can introduce millions of people to the principles of liberty without ever feeling like a lecture.

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Brant Pinvidic is a bestselling author, former Hollywood television producer, entrepreneur, and Chairman of the Strategic Advisory Council at Young Americans for Liberty. After decades in the entertainment industry, he stepped away from Hollywood to become a leading voice for persuasion, entrepreneurship, and the principles of liberty.

In this episode, Sean Themea talks with Brant about why America remains the greatest place for opportunity, what Hollywood taught him about culture and politics, why personal responsibility matters more than government control, and how the liberty movement can inspire the next generation of leaders. Brant also shares lessons from his bestselling book The Three-Minute Rule and explains why effectively communicating ideas is one of the most important skills freedom advocates can develop.

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Wyoming Senate President Bo Biteman never planned to become a politician. After building a successful career in the energy industry, he entered public office because he believed government had grown too large and too disconnected from the principles of liberty.

In this episode, Sean Themea sits down with Senator Biteman to discuss his journey into politics, the influence of the liberty movement on his life, and the battles he has fought in Wyoming to protect constitutional rights. They explore property tax reform, school choice, energy policy, free markets, and why state legislatures remain one of the most important places to advance freedom in America.

Senator Biteman also shares why he believes young people need a renewed understanding of liberty, why affordable energy and limited government go hand in hand, and why the fight for freedom is far from over.

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