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ReImagining Liberty

Aaron Ross Powell
Liberalism
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Libertarianism
Democracy
Donald Trump
David Boaz
Gun Ownership
Gun Violence
Radical Liberalism
Christian Nationalism
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Political Polarization
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Empathy
Political Rhetoric

The emancipatory and cosmopolitan case for radical social, political, and economic liberalism. Hosted by Aaron Ross Powell.

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The rise of Nick Fuentes. The self-immolation of the Heritage Foundation. The Great Replacement conspiracy theorizing endemic on X. The right very clearly has a significant antisemitism problem, with anti-Jewish hate spreading from the fringes, to th... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Canon
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Episode: [PREVIEW] Early Access 098: The Practice and Inner Life of Liberalism (w/ Jason Canon)
Elad Nehorai
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Episode: 097: The Right's Mainstreaming of Antisemitism (w/ Elad Nehorai)
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Episode: [PREVIEW] Early Access 096: The Irrationality of Rationalists (w/ Samantha Hancox-Li)
Adam Gurri
Founder and editor-in-chief of Liberal Currents
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Episode: 095: Opposition Media versus Complicit Media (w/ Adam Gurri)
Shikha Dalmia
Founder and editor of The UnPopulist
The UnPopulist
Episode: 094: A New American Reconstruction (w/ Andy Craig and Shikha Dalmia)
Evan Bernick
Law professor at Northern Illinois University
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Episode: 093: The State of the Constitution (w/ Evan Bernick)
Matthew McManus
Assistant Professor at Spelman College; author of The Political Theory of Liberal Socialism
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Episode: 092: Liberalism's Common Ground (w/ Matt Zwolinski and Matthew McManus)
Matt Zwolinski
Professor of philosophy at the University of San Diego; co-author of The Individualists, Radicals, Reactionaries and the Struggle for the Soul of Libertarianism
University of San Diego
Episode: 092: Liberalism's Common Ground (w/ Matt Zwolinski and Matthew McManus)
Zak Woodman
Host of Mutual Exchange Radio
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Episode: 091: Lessons from Left Market Anarchism (w/ Zak Woodman)

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Aaron Ross Powell
Host focusing on liberalism as a lived practice, along with project leadership for liberalism.org and related initiatives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • Aaron is thoughtful, give this a try!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Wallenpb
    2 years ago
  • Usually Thoughtful

    Pluralism pod critiqued anti illegal immigration advocates without making an effort to understand. No consideration of possible legitimate concerns

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    tivenner1
    United States2 years ago
  • Aaron brings a refreshingly true take on reality

    His honesty is impeccable. He won’t ignore something because it goes against a narrative. It’s great to see a political philosophy podcast be honest, most of them aren’t.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rob 1512
    United States4 years ago
  • Thoughtful and interesting

    Aaron Ross Powell brings together an excellent array of guests to look at the ideas of the liberal society from outside the centre-right bubble these shows often operate in. Much like when he was on Free Thoughts, Aaron works hard to ask penetrating questions of his guests, in order to critique their position or to expose the critiques of his own. It’s so good, it is the first podcast I’ve ever paid to get early access to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bodt Citizen
    Australia4 years ago
  • A great champion of liberty

    Aaron is fair debater and willing to have good faith conversations with people he disagrees with. This podcast is one of the best outlets for challenging illiberalism in our political culture.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trav725
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Clear commitment to liberty, pluralism, and civil discourse.
Thoughtful, well-produced discussions that dig into liberalism beyond slogans.
The host asks penetrating questions and fosters constructive disagreement.
Guests bring rigorous expertise and fresh perspectives.
Patron-access content is a strong value add for fans.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

[PREVIEW] Early Access 098: The Practice and Inner Life of Liberalism (w/ Jason Canon)
Q: What is a practice?
Jason explains that a practice is a customary activity that people engage in, and that practices form nexuses and ensembles that create social structures, offering a lens to understand everyday life and institutions.
089: The Shared Roots of Patriarchy and the State (w/ Kelly Vee)
Q: Can you distinguish gender and sex in this context, and why does it matter for libertarian feminism?
Gender is seen as a social role and identity shaped by culture, while sex is viewed as biological characteristics; recognizing this distinction helps examine how oppressive norms operate beyond biological determinism and informs how policies and personal choices interact with power structures.
094: A New American Reconstruction (w/ Andy Craig and Shikha Dalmia)
Q: What concrete reforms seem most promising for the near future?
Promising reforms include statutory enhancements like independent oversight (inspector generals), actionable lawsuits against the government, enhanced impeachment mechanics, and a revival of Congress's investigatory powers. On the constitutional side, proportional representation and other electoral reforms are discussed, along with rebalancing executive power to make the presidency less dominant and more about enforcing laws rather than driving legislation.
094: A New American Reconstruction (w/ Andy Craig and Shikha Dalmia)
Q: What is the Reconstruction Agenda and why pursue it now?
The Reconstruction Agenda is a plan to rebuild and fortify liberal democratic institutions by addressing executive power, checks and balances, and governance norms. It emphasizes concrete reforms—ranging from statutory changes to constitutional amendments—and aims to create a ready-to-use blueprint so that when political conditions permit, reforms can be enacted to prevent future authoritarians from consolidating power.
087: The Values of Radical Liberalism (w/ Cory Massimino)
Q: How did you think about politics 15 years ago that's different from how you think about it today?
Cory reflects on his transition from a standard libertarian perspective emphasizing economics to a broader view incorporating elements of radical liberalism and skepticism toward right-wing politics.

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What is ReImagining Liberty about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners are drawn to a thoughtful, philosophically minded take on liberalism as a lived, practical project rather than a fixed doctrine. The show often pairs provocative guests—ranging from law professors and political theorists to journalists and activists—with a host who probes beliefs, exposes ambiguities, and connects ideas to daily life, culture, and policy. Episodes frequently explore the tension between liberty and illiberalism, the role of institutions, and how contemplative practice, democracy, and technology intersect in modern society. A notable strength is the rigorous, dialectical format that aims to illuminate diverse liberal perspectives and encourage principled, constructive debate for listeners who want to understand both... more

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