Episodes
We grapple with the recent ”Post-Libertarian” vs. ”Lolbert” schism in the broader liberty movement. Are libertarian principles antithetical to achieving a libertarian society? Use hashtag #ana036 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at http://anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana036.
Published 05/27/23
Published 05/27/23
We “rap up” our long lost “Citizen of Nowhere” series, and apply our theory of public space to present a unique perspective on the immigration debate. Can Hoppean principles justify open borders? Use hashtag #ana035 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at https://anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana035.
Published 06/21/22
Tim presented our entry to the Liberland International Design Competition at Porcfest 2021. His talk covered: - The geographical and political history of Liberland - Site and ecology, ground conditions, flooding - Energy, Water, Wastewater Infrastructure - Transportation - Our proposed site layout - Blockchain based development incentivisation and infrastructure DAO’s - THE LIBERTARIUM - Q&A
Published 08/12/21
We released episode ana027: 11 SPOOKY Fears about Short Term Rentals | ASSUAGED! on Halloween in 2019. Hours later, there was a multiple homicide at an Airbnb renter’s Halloween party in Orinda, CA. Tim wrote a blog post discussing this incident with a view towards understanding what went so wrong. In November 2019, Tom Woods interviewed Tim about the Orinda shooting and the broader topic of short term rentals. This was a more succinct presentation of our earlier episode, but they also...
Published 03/12/21
If COVID-19 is airborne, will it spread in classrooms? Can HVAC systems reduce this risk, or will they spread it through entire school buildings? Goshe King and Joe Green are HVAC engineers and the voices behind the Angineering Tech podcast. We have a detailed technical discussion covering: - Biomechanics of the virus (aerosol vs. droplet spread) - Anatomy of an HVAC system - How ventilation and filtration can reduce probability of infection - UV and HEPA air purifiers - Can schools be...
Published 08/20/20
Want to design a libertarian micronation? Daniela Ghertovici, Founder and Director of ArchAgenda LLC, joins us to discuss the Liberland Design Competition 2020, which she is curating. https://designliberland2020.splashthat.com/ Daniela is also curating the Free Private Cities Architecture Symposium on July 18, 2020. It's a free online event with no less than three former Anarchitecture guests: Patrik Schumacher, Titus Gebel, and Scott Beyer. Register now at...
Published 07/14/20
"Market Urbanism is the intersection of urban issues and free market philosophy." We interview Scott Beyer of the Market Urbanism Report to introduce the ideas of Market Urbanism and discuss a broad sweep of issues in housing, transportation, and governance. Use hashtag #ana030 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at http://anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana030.
Published 06/26/20
How does a quarantine affect public space? Why aren’t there enough ICU beds? Tim reflects on his experience designing hospitals to explain why the US healthcare infrastructure may be ill-equipped to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Spoiler alert: It’s far from anything resembling a free market. This stress on the healthcare system has been used to justify unprecedented restrictions on the use of government-owned public space. How would private owners of public space manage infection risk...
Published 05/16/20
John Ellis is a student in the School of Architecture and Urban Planning at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. He is also, arguably more auspiciously, a long-time Anarchitecture Podcast listener. Tim has been working with John over the past few months as an advisor for his thesis project. John was recently given an assignment to record a podcast for one of his classes, and interviewed Tim in a wide-ranging discussion which John’s class will be forced to listen to. Use hashtag #ana028...
Published 01/29/20
 Tim rents his home as a short-term rental on summer weekends. Why is this so scary to everyone else?  We discuss eleven fears about short-term rentals, one of which is legitimate. Fear not, we have a non-governmental solution for that one. All others will be #ASSUAGED!!!  11 Fears About Short Term Home Rentals Fear #1 - Home rentals hurt a town's "character" Fear #2 - Home rentals make housing less affordable Fear #3 - Home rentals are unsafe Fear #4 - Home rentals are not in compliance...
Published 10/31/19
Joe was interviewed on the "Sounds Like Liberty" podcast about: - The music of Anarchitecture Podcast - Our band - The making of "Theme from Friends Against Government" - How naming our band killed our faith in democracy (and might get us in trouble someday) 5 (or 10) albums that everybody needs to hear Check out our band "Diametric" at diametricband.com, where you can stream our music and find links to spotify, itunes, and several other platforms. Use hashtag #ana026 to reference this...
Published 09/05/19
We interview Titus Gebel, the Founder, President and CEO of Free Private Cities Inc. Free Private Cities is working towards building new, greenfield cities using a model of individual bilateral contracts between each citizen and the city owner/operator. In his book, "Free Private Cities: Making Governments Compete for You," Titus describes why and how Free Private Cities should be developed. Use hashtag #ana025 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at...
Published 07/18/19
We expand on some of the more challenging issues raised during our interview with Chuck Marohn of Strong Towns in episode #ana023. Use hashtag #ana024 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana024
Published 06/20/19
Chuck Marohn's "Strong Towns" philosophy has been a huge influence on our thinking. StrongTowns.org has grown from a personal blog into one of the most influential urbanist movements in America, with thousands of members and millions of readers worldwide. Strong Towns is common sense, yet iconoclastic: Cities and towns need to manage their finances responsibly, and develop their infrastructure accordingly. While Chuck's prognoses may sound pessimistic, he believes that positive changes...
Published 05/18/19
We expand on some of the AGENDA 21 topics raised in episode #ana021. We expand on Smart Growth, libertarian approaches to preserving nature, and Public-Private Partnerships. Use hashtag #ana022 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at http://anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana022.
Published 05/01/19
We join the Friends Against Government Podcast for a "Conspiracy Court" trial of UN AGENDA 21. From Smart Meters, to Smart Growth, to Smart Cities, to Smart Deer, how afraid should we be? This episode is Not Suitable for Work, or really for any self-respecting human being. Use hashtag #ana021 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana021.
Published 04/19/19
Is community compatible with libertarian individualism? At the Freecoast Festival V in Portsmouth, NH, Tim told the story of how he discovered the necessity of community in Panama. He discussed: - How community should be understood from the perspective of individualism, and in contrast to collectivism.  - Four Bases of Community: People, Place, Profit, and Philosophy - How the Free State Project has unintentionally created an incredibly strong community of libertarians in New Hampshire, and...
Published 11/07/18
Tim's speech from Porcfest 2018 expands on the ideas he presented in his previous speech, and presents a more cohesive framework for addressing issues related to Public Space within libertarian theory. He challenges some libertarian orthodoxy, in particular Hans-Hermann Hoppe's conception of public space as simply an extension of private property. Also: Helicopters. Use hashtag #ana019 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at...
Published 08/12/18
On January 15th, 2018, Startup Cities hosted a discussion panel featuring Adam Hengels, founder of Market Urbanism, and Patrik Schumacher, Principal of Zaha Hadid Architects. This episode features the full audio recording of this event, plus our own pre-game and post-game discussion. Use hashtag #ana018 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at http://anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana018.
Published 06/02/18
Tim and Joe were recently interviewed on "Declare Your Independence with Ernest Hancock."  A wide ranging discussion covering everything from flying cars (of course) to flying pirate ships. Use hashtag #ana017 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at http://anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana017.
Published 03/30/18
In a rare in-person episode, Tim and Joe speculate about how technological trends will shape the future of cities. Use hashtag #ana016 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana016.
Published 12/31/17
Tim was interviewed on Danilo Cuellar's "Peaceful Anarchism" Podcast. A fun and wide-ranging discussion leaving no stone unturned. Use hashtag #ana015 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment. View full show notes at http://anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana015.
Published 12/05/17
Tim and Joe deep-dive on some of the ideas that Tim presented in his 2017 Porcfest speech (ana013). In particular, we consider opportunities and challenges of privatizing public space using “opt-in trusts.” Use hashtag #ana014 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment View full show notes at anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana014.
Published 10/17/17
Tim presented a speech at the 14th Annual Porcupine Freedom Festival (Porcfest), titled “Private Ownership of Public Space in Post-State Cities.” He addressed three key questions: 1. What is “public space” and why should libertarians care about it? 2. How can public use be preserved under private ownership? 3. How can state owned spaces be divested into private ownership? This episode features a brief discussion about Porcfest, and the full recording of Tim’s...
Published 10/17/17