EP 78 2026 WV Legislative mid session update

EP 78 2026 WV Legislative mid session update

Author: Libertarian Party of West Virginia February 17, 2026 Duration: 1:00:49

Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond discuss how it's going for the WV state legislature mid session. Centralized Planning, Foster care and animal cruelty are hot topics in WV government.


Tye Ward hosts the Mountain State Libertycast, a production of the Libertarian Party of West Virginia. This isn't just another political podcast; it's a deep, ongoing conversation about life in the Mountain State, filtered through a lens of individual liberty, limited government, and free markets. Each episode features conversations with guests who examine how these principles apply directly to the news, legislation, and cultural shifts happening right here in West Virginia. You'll hear analysis on everything from state budget debates and regulatory reforms to local issues impacting communities, all with a consistent philosophical core. The discussions aim to challenge conventional partisan narratives and explore alternative solutions often overlooked in mainstream political discourse. For anyone curious about how libertarian thought translates into practical policy and cultural commentary within the Appalachian context, this podcast offers a unique and thoughtful perspective. The Mountain State Libertycast provides a platform for voices advocating for greater personal and economic freedom, making it a distinct entry in the state's media landscape for listeners who prefer their politics principled rather than partisan. Tune in for regular episodes that dig into the specifics of West Virginia's future.
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Duration: 1:26:40
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EP64 2025 political Festivus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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EP63 Venezuela increased and economic truths [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:31
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EP 62 WV state legislatures economic plans [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:18
Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond discuss the recent plans laid out for the 2026 WV state legislative session by the speaker.
EP 60 MAGA on the rocks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:54
Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond discuss the recent missteps of the Trump administration and the growing divide between the MAGA supporters over economic and foreign policy issues and the Epstein files.
EP 59 WV GOP not meeting expectations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:14
Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond discuss the latest in WV politics and how the GOP is failing on the PR front and not meeting expectations.
EP 57 Government Shutdown and SNAP [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:46
Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond discuss the ongoing government shutdown and SNAP benefits.
EP 56 WV DOGE, Massie's Epstein petition and FBI incompetence [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:50
WV state senator Chris Rose has proposed a WV DOGE, Thomas Massie is fighting to get the Epstein files released and the FBI is failing to change the way the organization operates and seems to be focused more on PR than r…