EP 80 WV HOPE Scholarship and the funding chess game

EP 80 WV HOPE Scholarship and the funding chess game

Author: Libertarian Party of West Virginia February 24, 2026 Duration: 1:02:47

Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond discuss the chess game of funding for the HOPE Scholarship, WVs ground breaking school choice law.


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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 85

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Podcast Episodes
EP 75 Scott Horton [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:23
Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond are joined by Scott Horton. He is a radio host and author. He serves as the director of the Libertarian Institute and hosts The Scott Horton Show, where he has conducted interviews with…
EP 73 WV legislative upday [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:41
Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond discuss politics in West Virginia and the WV legislature.
EP 71 WV public education on the rocks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:56
Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond discuss the current financial issues facing most of WVs public schools.
EP 70 ICE actions and protests [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:01
Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond discuss the recent ICE actions and protests in Minnesota.
EP 68 2026 WV Legislative Session PREVIEW [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:42
Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond are joined by Erica Kolenich to discuss what to expect from the 2026 WV legislative session and what the LPWV has planned.
EP 67 WV foster care focus and RFK Jrs nutritional guidlines [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:52
Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond discuss WV Gov Patrick Morrisey's recent press conference on foster care and at risk children in the state. They also discuss RFK Jr's recent announcement about new nutritional guideline…
EP 66 Nigeria, Iran, Ukrain and Venezuela [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:21
Host Tye Ward and Taylor Richmond discuss the various foreign conflicts the US seems involved in including the recent arrest of the Venezuelan President and his wife.