The Forge of Freedom

Episode 201. The Conservative War Creed

March 30, 2026·13 min
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Show NotesEpisode 201. The Conservative War CreedThis episode explores the contradictions in conservative principles supporting expansive military intervention, drawing parallels with the conservative drug war framework. It questions how support for war conflicts with limited government ideals and examines the historical and philosophical implications of perpetual warfare.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Current Conflict02:55 The Conservative War Creed10:44 War and Liberty: A Dangerous RelationshipResourcesLaurence Vance's Conservative Drug War Creedhttps://www.lewrockwell.com/2018/06/laurence-m-vance/the-conservative-drug-war-creed/Laurence Vancehttps://www.fff.org/author/laurence-m-vance/ (@FutureofFreedom)https://mises.org/profile/laurence-m-vance (@mises)https://libertarianchristians.com/author/laurence/ (@LCIOfficial)Ludwig von Miseshttps://www.amazon.com/s?k=Ludwig+von+MisesMurray Rothbardhttps://www.amazon.com/s?k=Murray+RothbardChoice by @BobMurphyEconhttps://www.amazon.com/Choice-Cooperation-Enterprise-Human-Action/dp/1598132180The Forge of Freedom Podcasthttps://theforgeoffreedom.comKeywordswar, liberty, conservative principles, foreign policy, interventionism, Mises, Rothbard, military-industrial complex, American empire, constitutional governmentDISCLAIMER:  This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

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