Episode 179 - Napoleon Dynamite (1:12:19)

Episode 179 - Napoleon Dynamite (1:12:19)

Author: Actual Anarchy May 3, 2020 Duration: 1:12:18
One of my favorite movies tonight, Napoleon Dynamite. We are joined by a man with some great skills. Bo staff skills. Computer hacking skills. Entrepreneurship skills. It's Miguel Duque of Amagi Entrepreneurs. We will answer the question of if the chickens have large talons in this flippin' sweet episode where we don't forget to put in the crystals. In small-town Preston, Idaho, awkward teen Napoleon Dynamite (Jon Heder) has trouble fitting in. After his grandmother is injured in an accident, his life is made even worse when his strangely nostalgic uncle, Rico (Jon Gries), shows up to keep an eye on him. With no safe haven at home or at school, Napoleon befriends the new kid, Pedro (Efren Ramirez), a morose Hispanic boy who speaks little English. Together the two launch a campaign to run for class president. Things start getting pretty serious on this episode as we move 8,000 chickens to their new cages for like a dollar an hour. Join us next week for a Mother's Day episode with the great, Rachel Kennerly of Cannabis Heals Me as we talk about "Instant Family." Show notes: http://www.actualanarchy.com/179 Presented by www.ActualAnarchy.com Robert and I analyze popular movies from a Rothbardian/Anarcho-Capitalist perspective. We use movies as a starting point for people who may not be familiar with this way of thinking. Discussion of the plot and decisions that characters make in relation to morality and violations of the non-aggression principle are our bread and butter. We also will highlight and discuss any themes or lessons from Austrian Economics that we can glean from the film. The point is to show what anarchy actually is with instances that are presented in film. We publish at least once per week; and occasionally will do specials surrounding holidays or events (elections/olympics) and have guests. SUBSCRIBE, RATE AND REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (or iTUNES)

Ever wondered what a blockbuster action film or a quiet indie drama looks like through the lens of voluntary society and radical liberty? That’s the unique territory explored in Actual Anarchy Podcast-AnCap Movie Reviews from a Rothbardian Perspective. Hosted by Robert and another enthusiast, this show picks apart popular films, using their narratives as a gateway into anarcho-capitalist thought. The conversation often centers on character decisions and plot twists, scrutinizing them against concepts of morality and the non-aggression principle. It’s a format inspired by Murray Rothbard’s own foray into film criticism under his "Mister First Nighter" pen name, applying that same spirited, analytical eye to modern cinema. While the movies provide the common ground, the discussions frequently branch into deeper philosophical territory, making complex ideas accessible. Each episode is more than a simple review; it's an unpacking of the societal assumptions and ethical frameworks presented on screen. Listeners will hear detailed breakdowns of specific scenes, debates on property rights as depicted in film, and explorations of whether a character's actions constituted aggression or justified defense. The Actual Anarchy podcast doesn’t just tell you if a movie is good or bad-it asks what the story reveals about our accepted notions of state, power, and individual sovereignty. It’s for film fans curious about alternative political philosophy and for liberty-minded folks looking for engaging, pop-culture-focused commentary.
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Actual Anarchy Podcast - AnCap Movie Reviews from a Rothbardian Perspective
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Duration: 1:36:59
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Duration: 1:28:09
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Duration: 1:57:49
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Duration: 1:40:31
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Episode 224: Episode 224 - The Professor and the Madman (1:36:33) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:36:33
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Episode 223: Episode 223 - Trumbo (1:44:36) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:44:35
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Episode 222: Episode 222 - Logan's Run (1:19:23) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:52
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Duration: 1:16:35
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