What happens when government regulators target a product that millions of people safely enjoy around the world?

In this conversation, Sean Themea sits down with Douglas La Rose, Executive Director of the Kava Coalition, to explore the growing fight over kava—a traditional South Pacific beverage that many people use as an alternative to alcohol.

Douglas explains what kava is, why it has become a target for regulators, how government policies impact small businesses and farmers, and why consumer choice should matter when it comes to personal health decisions.

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What happens when government power goes unchecked?

In this episode of Voices of Liberty, Sean Themea sits down with constitutional attorney and Cato Institute Senior Vice President Clark Neily to discuss the principles that first drew him to the liberty movement, his role in the landmark D.C. v. Heller Supreme Court case, and why he believes protecting individual rights starts with limiting government power.

Neily explains the constitutional foundations of self-defense, the dangers of over criminalization, civil forfeiture, qualified immunity, and the growing threat posed by government surveillance and facial recognition technology. He also shares why criminal justice reform should be a priority for anyone who cares about freedom and accountability.

The conversation closes with a powerful message on persuasion, courage, humility, and how advocates for liberty can effectively create lasting change in their communities.

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What happens when ordinary people stand up to government overreach?

In this episode of Voices of Liberty, Sean Themea sits down with Spike Cohen to discuss his journey from entrepreneur to liberty activist and the mission behind You Are The Power.

Spike shares how a health crisis changed the direction of his life, why he believes liberty starts with respecting individual rights, and how his organization is helping families, homeowners, and communities push back against government abuse at the local and state level.

The conversation explores eminent domain, child welfare investigations, constitutional government, grassroots activism, and the practical ways citizens can hold powerful institutions accountable. Spike also explains why reconciliation, persistence, and community action have helped his organization achieve an extraordinary track record of success.

If you've ever wondered how everyday people can make a real difference in protecting freedom, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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