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  • Intellectual Nourishment: Articles and Books Worth Your Attention

    The principal focus of this podcast episode is the extensive array of news items presented by Blair, who curates a buffet of intellectual nourishment for our listeners. Martin, in a parallel vein, articulates a compelling call to action, urging our audience to engage with the content and support the podcast through various means. We delve into significant contemporary issues, including the celebration of Columbus Day and the implications of current political climates, particularly regarding the Trump administration's actions. Additionally, we highlight recent literary contributions from authors previously featured on the show, emphasizing the importance of understanding rhetoric and political developments. As we navigate these topics, we invite our audience to reflect critically and participate actively in the discourse.

    A comprehensive exploration of contemporary intellectual discourse unfolds as we delve into a buffet of thought-provoking articles and literary recommendations. The discussion commences with a nod to Columbus Day, as we reflect on the significance of historical figures like Christopher Columbus amidst the current socio-political climate. The conversation seamlessly transitions to the realm of literature, highlighting Robert Begley's 'Voices of Reason', which elucidates the principles of rhetoric through the lens of Aristotle, enabling listeners to better articulate their philosophical positions. Additionally, we examine Robert Tracinski's 'Dictatorship From Day One', which critically analyzes the constitutional implications of recent executive actions, provoking a deeper contemplation of the delicate balance between authority and individual liberty. The dialogue extends to the importance of local political engagement as a catalyst for broader societal change, invoking the necessity of grassroots movements in the pursuit of a truly free society. As we navigate through these themes, we invite our audience to engage with the recommended resources to foster a more profound understanding of the intricate dynamics at play in our world today.

    Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services:

    • T.A.N.S.T.A.A.F.L.
    • Columbus Day
    • History of the chile pepper, Christopher Columbus' gift to Europe
    • List of monuments and memorials to Christopher Columbus
    • City Hall’s Christopher Columbus Statue Could Find a Home in a New Park
    • The Enemies of Christopher Columbus by Thomas A. Bowden
    • Let's Take Back Columbus Day - Capitalism Magazine
    • Swedish Republican Association
    • No Kings dot org
    • Capitalism: A Treatise on Economics by George Reisman
    • Capitalism dot net
    • Operation Atlantis
    • Seasteading
    • Liberland
    • OUR "GROUNDBREAKING" 50TH EPISODE!
    • (Thomas) Paine
    • Has Liberalism’s Very Success in Delivering Human Flourishing Doomed It? Steven Pinker and Derek Thompson Discuss at LibCon2025
    • Fahrenheit to Celsius conversion trick!
    • Charlie Kirk: the latest in a long line of political martyrs, from left and right - The Conversation
    • Leonard Peikoff
    • Amy Peikoff's News Sandwich
    • The Secular Foxhole podcast on TrueFans.fm

    Links referenced in this episode:

    • carlbarney.com
    • humanprogress.org
    • ismaglobal.org
    • theunpopulist.net
    • theunpopulist.net/p/executive-watch

    Article, books, individuals, and organizations mentioned in this episode:

    • The Secular Foxhole support page on Captivate.fm
    • Robert Begley
    • Voices of Reason
    • Robert Tracinski
    • Dictatorship From Day One
    • Donald Trump
    • George Reisman
    • Ayn Rand: Faith and Force: The Destroyers of the Modern World
    • Human Progress
    • Cato
    • Peter Boettke: How Liberty Made Progress Possible
    • Marion Tuppy
    • Roots of Progress Institute
    • Jason Crawford
    • The Unpopulist
    • Executive Watch
    • Institute for the Study of Modern Authoritarianism
    • Carl Barney
    • The Happiness Experiment

    Episode 104 (25 minutes) was recorded at 2200 Central European Time, on October, 20, 2025, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Captivate Assistant.

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    26 min
  • Dictator from Day One

    Today’s episode features returning guest, Rob Tracinski, who has a new book, Dictator from Day One: How Donald Trump Is Overthrowing the Constitution and How to Fight Back. Find out what damage he’s doing on ‘Constitution Day,’ here in America. And how to counter his wanton destructiveness.

    Call-to-Action: After you have listened to this episode, add your $0.02 (two cents) to the conversation, by joining (for free) The Secular Foxhole Town Hall. Feel free to introduce yourself to the other members, discuss the different episodes, give us constructive feedback, or check out the virtual room, Speakers' Corner, and step up on the digital soapbox. Welcome to our new place in cyberspace!

    Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services:

    • Dictator from Day One: How Donald Trump Is Overthrowing the Constitution and How to Fight Back
    • Constitution Day and Citizenship Day on September 17
    • The UnPopulist Launches Executive Watch
    • The Tracinski Letter

    Episode 103 (54 minutes) was recorded at 2100 Central European Time, on September, 15, 2025, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Alitu.

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    55 min
  • Voices of Reason

    Today we welcomed returning guest and Professional Speaker Robert Begley who discussed his first book, Voices of Reason: Lessons for Liberty’s Leaders. Tune in to learn about his journey to become a speaker and the special release date of his book.

    Call-to-Action: After you have listened to this episode, add your $0.02 (two cents) to the conversation, by joining (for free) The Secular Foxhole Town Hall. Feel free to introduce yourself to the other members, discuss the different episodes, give us constructive feedback, or check out the virtual room, Speakers' Corner, and step up on the digital soapbox. Welcome to our new place in cyberspace!

    Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services:

    • Les Brown
    • Mark Brown
    • Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die
    • The King's Speech
    • Bosch Fawstin's print, September 2
    • Atlas Shrugged Day
    • First Heat by Bryan Larsen - Quent Cordair Fine Art
    • Voices of Reason: Lessons for Liberty’s Leaders - Speaking With Purpose LLC
    • Voices Of Reason: Lessons For Liberty’s Leaders (Kindle Edition)

    Episode 102 (43 minutes) was recorded at 2130 Central European Time, on August 22, 2025, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Alitu.

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    44 min
  • Aristotle versus Religion

    Today, we had a lengthy, articulate discussion with Andrew Bernstein about his latest book, Aristotle vs Religion and Other Essays. We covered the title essay, and several others, focusing on the philosophical aspects.

    Call-to-Action: After you have listened to this episode, add your $0.02 (two cents) to the conversation, by joining (for free) The Secular Foxhole Town Hall. Feel free to introduce yourself to the other members, discuss the different episodes, give us constructive feedback, or check out the virtual room, Speakers' Corner, and step up on the digital soapbox. Welcome to our new place in cyberspace!

    Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services:

    • Andrew Bernstein's post, Aristotle Versus Religion (1 of 7), March 1, 2016
    • Aristotle Versus Religion and Other Essays by Andrew Bernstein (Kindle edition)

    Episode 101 (63 minutes) was recorded at 2200 Central European Time, on August 17, 2025, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Alitu.

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    1 hr 4 min
  • Enlightenment Ideals + Objectivism = Second Renaissance

    Welcome to our 100th Episode! Today Martin and I echo what is happening at the Objectivist conference in Boston.

    We discuss Enlightenment values and ideals and the ideas discovered by Ayn Rand in her philosophy of Objectivism.

    These two things, working together, will provide American's, and whoever adopts them, the groundwork for a Second Renaissance. Come along for the ride!

    Happy Independence Day, America!

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    Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services:

    • OCON in Boston, July 1 - 5
    • Boston Tea Party Ship
    • Objectivist conference in 1998, by Second Renaissance Conferences
    • John Locke
    • Adam Smith
    • Jean-Jacques Rousseau
    • Kant’s Theoretical Philosophy: A Critique of Pure Reason
    • Thomas Paine
    • Benjamin Franklin
    • Voltaire
    • Charles Louis de Secondat, Baron de Montesquieu
    • Isaac Newton
    • Ayn Rand's Philosophic Achievement: and other Essays by Harry Binswanger
    • The Freedom Trail in Boston
    • Adams political family
    • John Adams on Samuel Adams (& not the beer)
    • Samuel Adams - Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence
    • House passes Trump's "big, beautiful bill" after stamping out GOP rebellion - Axios
    • Jurors in Diddy trial shown apparent 'freak off' videos; agent winces on the stand - USA Today
    • New Mini Books by Ghate, Mazza, Journo and Brook - New Ideal
    • Mike Mazza's article, Why Can’t Professional Philosophers Get Rand Right?
    • Why Can’t Professional Philosophers Get Rand Right? Book by Mike Mazza.
    • Ayn Rand: The Playboy Interview
    • Atlas Shrugged: America's Second Declaration of Independence Paperback by Onkar Ghate
    • Profit Without Apology: The Need to Stand Up for Business
    • TrueFans FM app on Apple App Store

    Episode 100 (32 minutes) was recorded at 1500 Central European Time, on July 3, 2025, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Alitu.

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    33 min
  • Today’s Abysmal Political State

    Today we had the pleasure of talking with Alexander Marriott, history professor and author, about today’s dismal political situation in America. He offers the listener his keen insight. Join us for a great hour!

    Call-to-Action: After you have listened to this episode, add your $0.02 (two cents) to the conversation, by joining (for free) The Secular Foxhole Town Hall. Feel free to introduce yourself to the other members, discuss the different episodes, give us constructive feedback, or check out the virtual room, Speakers' Corner, and step up on the digital soapbox. Welcome to our new place in cyberspace!

    Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services:

    • Alexander Marriott's post on Facebook
    • Benjamin Franklin
    • United States one-hundred-dollar bill
    • Kite experiment
    • Catiline
    • Iranian Nuclear Program: Will Israel Save Us? - Capitalism Magazine, June 4, 2003
    • Republic? Democracy? What's the Difference? - Capitalism, January 4, 2003
    • Tara Smith (philosopher)
    • Alexander Marriott on Twitter (X)
    • Alexander Marriott's website

    Episode 99 (51 minutes) was recorded at 2200 Central European Time, on June 21, 2025, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Alitu.

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    52 min
  • Flying Christ on Ascension Day

    Did you see a flying Christ on Ascension Day? Blair is going through the news sandwich, and Martin is talking about value 4 value, trader principle, gift giving, etc.

    Call-to-Action: After you have listened to this episode, add your $0.02 (two cents) to the conversation, by joining (for free) The Secular Foxhole Town Hall. Feel free to introduce yourself to the other members, discuss the different episodes, give us constructive feedback, or check out the virtual room, Speakers' Corner, and step up on the digital soapbox. Welcome to our new place in cyberspace!

    Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services:

    • Amy Peikoff's News Sandwich
    • Memorial Day
    • To Stop War, Halt Statism Everywhere - New Ideal
    • What Are the Roots of War?
    • The Roots of War by Ayn Rand, from Capitalism: The Unknown Ideal
    • Human Progress dot org
    • Weekly Progress Roundup - Doomslayer newsletter
    • Symbol of atheism: atomic whirl
    • 1980 Swedish nuclear power referendum
    • Three Mile Island accident (Harrisburg, 1979)
    • Site of America’s worst nuclear accident gets new chance to become energy hub - PBS News
    • Nuclear Power in Sweden - World Nuclear Association
    • The Green Party in Germany
    • Veterans recoil at Trump plan to end Afghans’ deportation protection - The Washington Post
    • One Big Beautiful Bill Act - Wikipedia
    • Nicholas Provenzo on Twitter (X)
    • Nicholas Provenzo on Substack
    • The DOGE Delusion: Trump’s Power Play versus Principled Reform by Nicholas Provenzo - The Objective Standard
    • Feast of the Ascension - Wikipedia
    • Christ Flying Day - A Swedish Holiday - Watching the Swedes
    • Why is Ascension Day a public holiday in Sweden? - The Local
    • Here's how much Qatar's plane gifted to Trump administration will cost to retrofit - CBS News
    • External funding of radical mosques in Europe - European Parliament
    • Qatar - Millions for Islam in Europe - Deutsche Welle
    • Who is Funding Mega Mosques in Europe? - Visegrad24
    • Qatar, A Skilled Enemy: Interview with Daniel Pipes - Middle East Forum
    • Trump's Reported Move To Rename Persian Gulf Unites Iranians In Outrage - Radio Free Europe/ Radio Liberty
    • Reza Pahlav's tweet (post) on naming The Persian Gulf
    • Charles Stanley - Wikipedia
    • Finding Morality and Happiness Without God - New Ideal
    • Finding Morality and Happiness Without God (Short Works from New Ideal) by Onkar Ghate
    • Best 40 Secularism Podcasts - Million Podcasts
    • Martin's tweet (post) to Million Podcasts on Twitter (X)
    • Caliphate (TV series) - Wikipedia
    • PRAYING FOR ARMAGEDDON | Official Trailer | UpNorth Film (2023)
    • Praying for Armageddon website
    • What is the trader principle? - Capitalism dot org
    • Trader Principle - Ayn Rand Lexicon
    • The 3 Pillars of Giving: Time, Talent & Treasure - Foundation Source
    • Podcasting 2.0 in Practice, episode 4, Value for Value
    • Value for Value chapter, episode 1 (Generation Gap) of Everything's an Argument

    Episode 98 (22 minutes) was recorded at 2200 Central European Time, on May 26, 2025, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Alitu.

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    23 min
  • H.A.R.D. Justice: An Interview with Andrew Bernstein

    Once again, Martin and I are graced with the presence of Philosophy Professor, Andrew Bernstein, who is now venturing into detective fiction.

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    Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services:

    • Tony Just dot net
    • Red Meat Village - Voyage Media
    • Behind The Scenes With Andrew Bernstein (Author of Red Meat Village)
    • Cool Runnings - Wikipedia
    • Pen name
    • Night of January 16th
    • Hardboiled
    • Mr. A
    • Dirty Harry (character)
    • Mike Hammer (character)
    • Sherlock Holmes - Britannica
    • Columbo - Wikipedia
    • Interview with Aaron Briley - episode 15 of The Secular Foxhole podcast
    • Austrian Economic Scholar's Motivational Speech - Foundation for Economic Education
    • Professor Moriarty - Wikipedia
    • Chuck Schumer
    • Ian Fleming
    • Rex Stout
    • Agatha Christie
    • Stand and Deliver
    • The Capitalist Manifesto by Andrew Bernstein
    • The Capitalist Manifesto: The Historic, Economic and Philosophic Case for Laissez-Faire - Rowman & Littlefield (United Press of America)
    • The Capitalist Manifesto Reading Group (2025) - Objective Standard Institute

    Episode 97 (40 minutes) was recorded at 2200 Central European Time, on April 18, 2025, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Alitu.

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    41 min
  • List of Best Secularism Podcasts, Voice of America, and Planning for a Milestone

    Blair is delivering some news regarding a list of podcasts on secularism, the rise of modern authoritarianism, and books covering the abundance movement. Martin is wondering what is going on with Voice of America, and is planning ahead for episode 100... How do you want to celebrate the milestone with us?

    Call-to-Action: After you have listened to this episode, add your $0.02 (two cents) to the conversation, by joining (for free) The Secular Foxhole Town Hall. Feel free to introduce yourself to the other members, discuss the different episodes, give us constructive feedback, or check out the virtual room, Speakers' Corner, and step up on the digital soapbox. Welcome to our new place in cyberspace!

    Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services:

    • Ayn Rand Conference in Berlin (March 14-16)
    • Mark Moses
    • Roland Horvath
    • Objectivist Conference (OCON) in Boston, July 1-5
    • Amy Peikoff's News Sandwich
    • 25 Best Secularism Podcasts by FeedSpot
    • Anuj Agarwal, Cofounder Feedspot and Millionpodcasts
    • Institute for the Study of Modern Authoritarianism
    • The UnPopulist Launches Executive Watch
    • Where To Find the New Intellectuals? - episode 95 of The Secular Foxhole
    • Voice of America
    • Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
    • Radio Farda
    • A federal lawsuit says the Trump administration has unlawfully shuttered the Voice of America - The Associated Press
    • AP to meet with bloggers on usage guidelines - NBC News (2008)
    • Nowruz (Persian New Year) - Britannica
    • Bonfire of the Mullahs - Cox & Forkum editorial cartoons (March 18, 2004)
    • Roots of Progress Institute
    • Announcing Our New $120M Abundance And Growth Fund - Open Philanthropy
    • David Brooks (commentator)
    • We Can Achieve Great Things by David Brooks - The New York Times
    • Abundance by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson - Simon & Schuster
    • Stuck: How the Privileged and the Propertied Broke the Engine of American Opportunity by Yoni Appelbaum - Penguin Random House
    • Why Nothing Works Who Killed Progress—and How to Bring It Back by Marc J. Dunkelman - Hachette Book Group
    • Boom Supersonic
    • Revolution 9 (The White Album by The Beatles)
    • Andrew Bernstein
    • C. Bradley Thompson
    • James G. Lennox
    • Become a fan of The Secular Foxhole podcast on TrueFans.fm

    Episode 96 (17 minutes) was recorded at 2100 Central European Time, on March 23, 2025, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Alitu.

    Easy listen to The Secular Foxhole podcast in your podcast (podcatcher) app of choice, e.g., Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Listen Notes.

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    18 min
  • Where To Find the New Intellectuals?

    This short episode includes a talk with Substack writer, Stewart Margolis, whose topic, "Where To Find the New Intellectuals," was discussed. We talked about various 'currents' in the culture and how to find them. I brag about a certain achievement I'm proud of, and although I've forgot to mention the rise in Homeschooling, listeners should include that in the great advancements happening without publicity, which is a good thing.

    Call-to-Action: After you have listened to this episode, add your $0.02 (two cents) to the conversation, by joining (for free) The Secular Foxhole Town Hall. Feel free to introduce yourself to the other members, discuss the different episodes, give us constructive feedback, or check out the virtual room, Speakers' Corner, and step up on the digital soapbox. Welcome to our new place in cyberspace!

    Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services:

    • Stewart Margolis on Substack
    • Where To Find The New Intellectuals?
    • For The New Intellectual by Ayn Rand
    • Robert Tracinski's Symposium
    • How the Libertarian Party Became the Reactionary Arm of Trump and Trumpism - The UnPopulist
    • Trump among the libertarians - Boston Globe Opinion
    • Faced With Trump, Libertarianism Shrugged - The Bulwark
    • Three lessons from Aristotle on friendship - The Conversation
    • Ayn Rand on abortion - Goodreads
    • Ayn Rand on the military draft - Ayn Rand Institute
    • Fox News - Pew Research Center
    • The Bulwark (website) - Wikipedia
    • Agustina Vergara Cid: Ending TPS for Venezuelans whitewashes the Maduro regime - The Orange County Register
    • Ayn Rand Heir Asserts Elian’s Right to Remain in U.S. (April 4, 2000) - Capitalism Magazine
    • The Roots of Progress Institute
    • Jason Crawford's website
    • Blake Scholl, Founder & CEO, Boom Supersonic
    • Blake Scholl on Twitter (X)
    • The Undercurrent publication
    • Flame-spotter quote - Goodreads
    • Michael S. Berliner - Objectivist Media
    • Liberal - Merriam-Webster
    • Stewart Margolis on Facebook

    Episode 95 (19 minutes) was recorded at 2200 Central European Time, on February 11, 2025, with Boomcaster. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Alitu.

    Easy listen to The Secular Foxhole podcast in your podcast (podcatcher) app of choice, e.g., Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Listen Notes.

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    20 min

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As a freethinker, are you looking through binoculars out at the world in the safety of a foxhole? Get fuel for your soul and intellectual ammunition by listening to The Secular Foxhole podcast, in order to fight for the separation of religion and state.

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