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		<description>Join Alex Merced on a journey into the expansive world of libertarian thought with the &quot;Thinking and Feeling Libertarian&quot; podcast. This insightful series aims to bridge the gap between libertarians and non-libertarians alike, providing a deeper understanding of the core principles and diverse perspectives within libertarianism. Each episode delves into high-level concepts and ideas, exploring topics such as individual liberty, free-market economics, and the minimal state, while also addressing common misconceptions and debates within the ideology. Whether you&#039;re a long-time libertarian looking to broaden your horizons or a newcomer curious about what libertarianism has to offer, this podcast offers a thoughtful and inclusive exploration of a philosophy that champions personal freedom.

Follow Alex on twitter @loveatarian
Follow Alex on Mastodon @alexmerced@liberdon.com</description>
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Follow Alex on twitter @loveatarian
Follow Alex on Mastodon @alexmerced@liberdon.com</itunes:summary>
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Follow Alex on Mastodon @alexmerced@liberdon.com</googleplay:description>
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	<title>AI Songs, Suno, The Puerto Rico Song from Saxboy</title>
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	<title>Communication and Society in the Era of AI</title>
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	<title>What is my general view on politics and economics?</title>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 11 Nov 2024 03:08:18 +0000</pubDate>
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	<title>The Loveatarian Talks Reparations</title>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 02 Aug 2024 22:43:05 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[The Loveatarian discusses how to have a healthy nuanced empathetic conversation around reparations. Follow on twitter: @loveatarian]]></description>
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	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
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	<title>Capitalism and Universal Healthcare, Income and Education</title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jul 2024 16:49:11 +0000</pubDate>
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	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Alex Merced discusses his thoughts on the concept that &#8220;Universal Healthcare, Income and Education would lead to better Capitalism&#8221;. Alex Merced breaks down what makes sense and what doesn&#8217;t about this sentiment. Follow Alex on twitter ]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<title>Trump, Criminal Immunity and Civil Immunity</title>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 13:25:43 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[The Lovatarian discusses the Immunity SCOTUS case. Follow @loveatarian]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Lovatarian discusses the Immunity SCOTUS case. Follow @loveatarian]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<title>#7 &#8211; Immigration and Libertarianism</title>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2024 23:06:33 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[The Loveatarian discusses libertarianism and immigration follow @loveatarian on twitter]]></description>
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	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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	<title>BONUS &#8211; Trump and a Tariff Based Revenue System?</title>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:08:44 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Alex reflects on Trump floating the Idea of funding the government entirely through Tariffs. https://bio.alexmerced.com/opinion]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Alex reflects on Trump floating the Idea of funding the government entirely through Tariffs. https://bio.alexmerced.com/opinion]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
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	<title>#6 &#8211; Understanding Parents Making Medical Decisions</title>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 16:28:11 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[The Loveatarian carefully discusses controversial issues around parental decision making and how to understand the issue in a way not to change anyone’s mind but to help people understand each other and have more fruitful conversations. follow: @loveatarian]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Loveatarian carefully discusses controversial issues around parental decision making and how to understand the issue in a way not to change anyone’s mind but to help people understand each other and have more fruitful conversations. follow: @loveatar]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<title>#5 &#8211; Individualism, Identity, Identity Politics and Pride</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 01 Jun 2024 21:58:34 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alex Merced Podcasts]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[the Loveatarian tries to help understand how people’s identities develop and how this interplays with politics. follow on Twitter @Loveatarian Note in my discussion of how people form their identity I forgot one more avenue. The communities we feel comfortable expressing ourselves in. Once we find somewhere we can say things we couldn’t be elsewhere [&#8230;]]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[the Loveatarian tries to help understand how people’s identities develop and how this interplays with politics. follow on Twitter @Loveatarian Note in my discussion of how people form their identity I forgot one more avenue. The communities we feel comfo]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<title>#4 &#8211; Understanding the Libertarian Perspective on Regulations</title>
	<link>https://host.alexmercedpodcast.com/podcast/4-understanding-the-libertarian-perspective-on-regulations/</link>
	<pubDate>Tue, 28 May 2024 17:50:13 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alex Merced Podcasts]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Alex discusses regulations and how libertarians often think about them. follow me on twitter: https://www.twitter.com/loveatarian https://bio.alexmerced.com/opinion]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Alex discusses regulations and how libertarians often think about them. follow me on twitter: https://www.twitter.com/loveatarian https://bio.alexmerced.com/opinion]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
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	<title>#3 &#8211; Understanding the Libertarian Perspective on Prohibition</title>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2024 18:32:27 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[The Loveatarian talks prohibition and how many issues fall into this discussion. Follow Alex on twitter @loveatarian]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Loveatarian talks prohibition and how many issues fall into this discussion. Follow Alex on twitter @loveatarian]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Loveatarian talks prohibition and how many issues fall into this discussion. Follow Alex on twitter @loveatarian]]></itunes:summary>
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	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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	<title>#2 &#8211; What is libertarianism? Why vote Libertarian Party?</title>
	<link>https://host.alexmercedpodcast.com/podcast/2-what-is-libertarianism-why-vote-libertarian-party/</link>
	<pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2024 14:54:53 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alex Merced Podcasts]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Alex talks about what is Libertarianism and why consider voting or supporting a 3rd party. Follow Alex on twitter @loveatarian https://bio.alexmerced.com/opinion]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Alex talks about what is Libertarianism and why consider voting or supporting a 3rd party. Follow Alex on twitter @loveatarian https://bio.alexmerced.com/opinion]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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	<title>#1 &#8211; Who am I? What is this show about?</title>
	<link>https://host.alexmercedpodcast.com/podcast/1-who-am-i-what-is-this-show-about/</link>
	<pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2024 03:18:07 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alex Merced Podcasts]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Alex Merced, The Loveatarian, introduces the show, what it is about and who he is. Follow on twitter.com/loveararian Find more at https://bio.alexmerced.com/opinion]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Alex Merced, The Loveatarian, introduces the show, what it is about and who he is. Follow on twitter.com/loveararian Find more at https://bio.alexmerced.com/opinion]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
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	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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