Are you exhausted from hyper-partisan political yelling? Are you passionate about political and cultural issues but feel like it’s impossible to wade through the establishment media’s thinly-veiled and damaging narratives? Are you craving thoughtful, challenging conversations between educated individuals of different political persuasions? Bigger Hearts, Deeper Minds has your name written all over it. This podcast was created by Brad Johnson, a best-selling co-author, award-nominated musician, and longtime supporter of individual freedom. After observing the mainstream media’s consistent lack of authenticity on crucial issues, hyper-emotional and partisan diatribes, and the general political landscape’s refusal to engage with any...
Latest episodes
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1 h 14
Rittenhouse, The Media, Exercising Humility, and Open Minds with Cody Bizeau | INTERVIEWS | BHDM
I had the pleasure of interviewing my friend Cody for the third full length interview on Bigger Hearts Deeper Minds. We covered a lot of ground, including the Kyle Rittenhouse case…
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12 min
When Music And Entertainment Go Political | silencethem | Bigger Hearts Deeper Minds
This clip from Music, Governors, American Politics, and Personal Education with silencethem has us discussing music and entertainment. We specifically discuss musical artists that…
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2 min
Sociopolitical Changes and Intrinsic Solutions | silencethem | Bigger Hearts Deeper Minds
In this clip, silencethem and I discuss how politics has changed from generation to generation, as well as some things that have stayed the same. Old political problems haven't rea…
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4 min
Unlikely People Becoming Political | silencethem | Bigger Hearts Deeper Minds
This clip from Music, Governors, American Politics, and Personal Education with silencethem is about people who have entered the political sphere unrelated to their previous plans…
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1 h 56
Music, Governors, American Politics, and Personal Education with silencethem | INTERVIEWS | BHDM
Full-length interview with silencethem, an artist from the northwest suburbs of Chicago.
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9 min
Thoughts On Consuming News | THOUGHTS FOR TODAY
This is a clip from my recent Thoughts for Today video. In this clip, I discuss the importance of understanding your new consumption, why you shouldn't consume just anything, tips…
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9 min
Thoughts On Afghanistan | THOUGHTS FOR TODAY
This is a clip from my recent Thoughts for Today video. In this segment, I share my thoughts on Afghanistan, the fact that we were there too long, and more.
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58 min
Afghanistan, Consuming News, Inflation, Social Media, Presidents, and More
I made a casual episode on both recent events and broader political thoughts. This video has me discussing several, sometimes disparate, topics. My thoughts from this episode inclu…
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5 min
The Political Compass: Plumbing Its Depths and What It Reveals
This clip from Policing, Presidents, and Politics with Rian Czerwinski has us talking about the political compass test, its wild popularity, and what can be discovered in it. Despi…
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7 min
Differences Between Capital L Libertarianism and Libertarian Principles
In this clip from Policing, Presidents, and Politics with Rian Czerwinski, Rian and I talk about an oft-ignored topic. That is the differences between broader libertarian principle…
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5 min
Hyperpolarization On Social Media And How To Prevent It
Brad and Rian talk about how social media can hyperpolarize one's political views if left unchecked, and what can be done about that. Rian also discusses the importance of monitori…
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1 h 36
Policing, Presidents, and Politics with Rian Czerwinski
I sat down for a robust conversation with Rian Czerwinski about several topics in politics. We discussed policing and police reform, social media, the role of the President, US pol…
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33 min
The Government Is A Nanny State: Full Episode
Have you ever been surprised at just how far the government reaches into everything? From taxes and licensure to gay marriage and fireworks, it seems the government has its hands i…
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6 min
The Government Is A Nanny State: Same-Sex Marriage (4 of 4)
Up until very recently, the government and its archaic laws stood in the way of consenting adults who wanted to get married. Same-sex marriage only became legal in all 50 US states…
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9 min
The Government Is A Nanny State: Healthcare and Safety (3 of 4)
Are you frustrated with just how many rules and regulations the government imposes.... even down to food "recommendations"? We are too. In this clip of The Government Is A Nanny St…
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8 min
The Government Is A Nanny State: Taxation Is Theft (2 of 4)
Have you ever been surprised at just how far the government reaches into everything? From taxes and licensure to gay marriage and fireworks, it seems the government has its hands i…
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10 min
The Government Is A Nanny State: Professional Licensing (1 of 4)
Have you ever been surprised at just how far the government reaches into everything? From taxes and licensure to gay marriage and fireworks, it seems the government has its hands i…
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20 min
Millennial Myths That Just Won't Die
Ever boggled by how many people continue to poke fun at Millennials? Ever wonder how much of what people say is true? We took a look at the data to set the record straight. Hosted…
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4 min
Frederick Douglass: A Hero for Liberty
Do you love and appreciate the work of Frederick Douglass? If not, you owe it to yourself to learn more about his legacy. This is a short tribute to who he was and his work.
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23 min
Why Businesses Succeed And Governments Fail
Why is it that businesses that offer something people want become successful, whereas government suffers extensive ineptitude? Why do entrepreneurs help the world flourish but it f…