Joel K. Douglas
@joelkdouglas.bsky.social
Ranch hand kid. Decorated combat veteran. I Believe in America. Top 10 🇺🇸 Philosophy Podcast host
Scene. It’s 1962. American farmers have cracked the code.
We can raise chickens cheap. Like, really cheap. Industrial-scale factory farms, efficient as hell. We start shipping frozen chickens to Europe by the boatload. German housewives love it. French families love it. Half the price, and tastier!
We can raise chickens cheap. Like, really cheap. Industrial-scale factory farms, efficient as hell. We start shipping frozen chickens to Europe by the boatload. German housewives love it. French families love it. Half the price, and tastier!
Rebellion to Tyrants is Obedience to God
Podcast Episode · I Believe · 10/14/2025 · 19m
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October 16, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Scene. It’s 1962. American farmers have cracked the code.
We can raise chickens cheap. Like, really cheap. Industrial-scale factory farms, efficient as hell. We start shipping frozen chickens to Europe by the boatload. German housewives love it. French families love it. Half the price, and tastier!
We can raise chickens cheap. Like, really cheap. Industrial-scale factory farms, efficient as hell. We start shipping frozen chickens to Europe by the boatload. German housewives love it. French families love it. Half the price, and tastier!
Why do we tax ourselves at all?
Why Do We Tax Ourselves? | Whiteboard Short
YouTube video by Joel Douglas
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October 16, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Why do we tax ourselves at all?
This ruling feels detached from reality. We need to dig deeper...
So this week’s question: Is a sustainable environment a human right?
So this week’s question: Is a sustainable environment a human right?
Is a Sustainable Environment a Human Right?
Podcast Episode · I Believe · 07/29/2025 · 17m
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July 29, 2025 at 12:30 PM
This ruling feels detached from reality. We need to dig deeper...
So this week’s question: Is a sustainable environment a human right?
So this week’s question: Is a sustainable environment a human right?
We are cutting federal support to the states. Are the states ready to govern?
What Would It Take to Make State Government Matter Again?
Podcast Episode · I Believe · 07/22/2025 · 18m
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July 23, 2025 at 6:17 PM
We are cutting federal support to the states. Are the states ready to govern?
Should we continue to fund cancer research at Harvard and other universities?
Should the American People Fund Cancer Research at Harvard?
Podcast Episode · I Believe · 07/01/2025 · 15m
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July 2, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Should we continue to fund cancer research at Harvard and other universities?
Apple Podcasts initially blocked this week’s podcast episode. Too controversial? Hmm. Let me know what you think!
Can We Fight Iran Without Fighting Islam?
Podcast Episode · I Believe · 06/24/2025 · 19m
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June 24, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Apple Podcasts initially blocked this week’s podcast episode. Too controversial? Hmm. Let me know what you think!
So…if we are dissatisfied with Project 2025, is political theater going to fix it? While cars and dumpsters are burning in protests in Los Angeles and other cities across America, who’s writing Project 2029?
While Los Angeles Burns - Who’s Writing Project 2029?
Podcast Episode · I Believe · 06/17/2025 · 21m
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June 18, 2025 at 3:08 PM
So…if we are dissatisfied with Project 2025, is political theater going to fix it? While cars and dumpsters are burning in protests in Los Angeles and other cities across America, who’s writing Project 2029?
How do we achieve justice?
We clarify our purpose. We incentivize progress on both sides. We build consensus to move toward the goal, even if we must sacrifice the method.
We won’t all agree on the path. But we can agree on the destination.
We clarify our purpose. We incentivize progress on both sides. We build consensus to move toward the goal, even if we must sacrifice the method.
We won’t all agree on the path. But we can agree on the destination.
If Markets, Mandates, and Taxes All Fail..?
Podcast Episode · I Believe · 06/10/2025 · 18m
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June 15, 2025 at 5:24 PM
How do we achieve justice?
We clarify our purpose. We incentivize progress on both sides. We build consensus to move toward the goal, even if we must sacrifice the method.
We won’t all agree on the path. But we can agree on the destination.
We clarify our purpose. We incentivize progress on both sides. We build consensus to move toward the goal, even if we must sacrifice the method.
We won’t all agree on the path. But we can agree on the destination.
Having a hard time trying to figure out the logic behind sending Guard Soldiers and Active Duty Marines to bring order to Los Angeles after pardoning criminals that harmed police officers at the Capitol.
June 10, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Having a hard time trying to figure out the logic behind sending Guard Soldiers and Active Duty Marines to bring order to Los Angeles after pardoning criminals that harmed police officers at the Capitol.
If a national leader leads a prayer event, is that a violation of the First Amendment’s Establishment Clause? Specifically, the part that says the government can’t establish a religion?
Did FDR’s D-Day Prayer Violate the First Amendment?
Podcast Episode · I Believe · 06/03/2025 · 23m
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June 5, 2025 at 2:01 PM
If a national leader leads a prayer event, is that a violation of the First Amendment’s Establishment Clause? Specifically, the part that says the government can’t establish a religion?
We watched the count stop on January 6. Not because of a failed
system, but because millions no longer trusted it.
Our Republic is fragile. It requires trust. And trust demands proof.
This week, I ask a hard question:
Can we ever trust elections again?
system, but because millions no longer trusted it.
Our Republic is fragile. It requires trust. And trust demands proof.
This week, I ask a hard question:
Can we ever trust elections again?
Can We Ever Trust Elections Again?
Podcast Episode · I Believe · 05/20/2025 · 16m
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May 20, 2025 at 5:07 PM
We watched the count stop on January 6. Not because of a failed
system, but because millions no longer trusted it.
Our Republic is fragile. It requires trust. And trust demands proof.
This week, I ask a hard question:
Can we ever trust elections again?
system, but because millions no longer trusted it.
Our Republic is fragile. It requires trust. And trust demands proof.
This week, I ask a hard question:
Can we ever trust elections again?
“To the best of my Ability.”
That’s the last clause in the presidential oath. Not a measure of excellence, just a mirror.
It reflects the character of the person taking it.
The Constitution doesn’t define “ability.” It trusts the people will elect someone worthy.
What happens when they don’t?
That’s the last clause in the presidential oath. Not a measure of excellence, just a mirror.
It reflects the character of the person taking it.
The Constitution doesn’t define “ability.” It trusts the people will elect someone worthy.
What happens when they don’t?
Is the Presidential Oath Broken?
We live in an age where the oath of office often feels like a formality.
joelkdouglas.substack.com
May 15, 2025 at 3:09 PM
“To the best of my Ability.”
That’s the last clause in the presidential oath. Not a measure of excellence, just a mirror.
It reflects the character of the person taking it.
The Constitution doesn’t define “ability.” It trusts the people will elect someone worthy.
What happens when they don’t?
That’s the last clause in the presidential oath. Not a measure of excellence, just a mirror.
It reflects the character of the person taking it.
The Constitution doesn’t define “ability.” It trusts the people will elect someone worthy.
What happens when they don’t?
Tariffs are taxes.
They don’t improve the product. They don’t pay for public goods. They just raise prices — and funnel the surplus to protected firms.
If that’s not theft, it’s something close.
Smoot-Hawley didn’t cause the Great Depression. It just made sure everyone drowned together.
They don’t improve the product. They don’t pay for public goods. They just raise prices — and funnel the surplus to protected firms.
If that’s not theft, it’s something close.
Smoot-Hawley didn’t cause the Great Depression. It just made sure everyone drowned together.
Are Tariffs a Government Theft of your Property?
Tariffs will certainly raise prices at home.
joelkdouglas.substack.com
May 6, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Tariffs are taxes.
They don’t improve the product. They don’t pay for public goods. They just raise prices — and funnel the surplus to protected firms.
If that’s not theft, it’s something close.
Smoot-Hawley didn’t cause the Great Depression. It just made sure everyone drowned together.
They don’t improve the product. They don’t pay for public goods. They just raise prices — and funnel the surplus to protected firms.
If that’s not theft, it’s something close.
Smoot-Hawley didn’t cause the Great Depression. It just made sure everyone drowned together.
Ukraine and America signed the minerals deal, but that doesn’t mean peace is assured.
Russia’s Ancient Strategy, and Why the West Keeps Falling for It
Podcast Episode · I Believe · 04/29/2025 · 17m
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May 1, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Ukraine and America signed the minerals deal, but that doesn’t mean peace is assured.
Russia didn't just invade Ukraine with tanks. They invaded with Kautilya’s playbook: Persuade. Induce. Divide. Strike.
From Nevsky on the ice to Ivan at the Ugra, power wasn’t won by strength. It was won by patience and fractures.
Are we even playing the right game?
From Nevsky on the ice to Ivan at the Ugra, power wasn’t won by strength. It was won by patience and fractures.
Are we even playing the right game?
Russia’s Ancient Strategy, and Why the West Keeps Falling for It
From the Kalka River to Lake Peipus: Russia Turns East
joelkdouglas.substack.com
April 29, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Russia didn't just invade Ukraine with tanks. They invaded with Kautilya’s playbook: Persuade. Induce. Divide. Strike.
From Nevsky on the ice to Ivan at the Ugra, power wasn’t won by strength. It was won by patience and fractures.
Are we even playing the right game?
From Nevsky on the ice to Ivan at the Ugra, power wasn’t won by strength. It was won by patience and fractures.
Are we even playing the right game?
What do we owe those struck by misfortune?
What Do We Owe Those Struck by Misfortune?
Podcast Episode · I Believe · 04/08/2025 · 9m
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April 11, 2025 at 12:43 AM
What do we owe those struck by misfortune?
Some say we fight for democracy. What if that fight is misplaced?
Dying on the Hill of Democracy
Some say we fight for democracy.
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March 26, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Some say we fight for democracy. What if that fight is misplaced?
So…should we dramatically cut the size of government? After some reflection, that seems to be the wrong question to ask.
Should we strengthen the economic footing of every American and reduce the burden of debt on future generations?
Should we strengthen the economic footing of every American and reduce the burden of debt on future generations?
Should We Dramatically Cut the Size of Government?
Intro…sounds of echoing hooves on stone, a cart creaks, lanterns glow, a horse pulls steady and slow.
joelkdouglas.substack.com
March 12, 2025 at 4:37 PM
So…should we dramatically cut the size of government? After some reflection, that seems to be the wrong question to ask.
Should we strengthen the economic footing of every American and reduce the burden of debt on future generations?
Should we strengthen the economic footing of every American and reduce the burden of debt on future generations?
Free people will always resist Russian aggression. Will America stand with them?
Ruthless Capitalists & Bleeding Heart Liberals - Unite for Ukraine!
Petro Kalnyshevsky: The Last Cossack
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March 5, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Free people will always resist Russian aggression. Will America stand with them?
America owes allegiance to no king. Executive orders are fleeting.
The long-term success of American industry does not rest on executive orders or short-term tariff hikes. Just like in 1816, it rests with Congress.
The long-term success of American industry does not rest on executive orders or short-term tariff hikes. Just like in 1816, it rests with Congress.
How do we bring manufacturing back to America?
YouTube video by Joel Douglas
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March 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM
America owes allegiance to no king. Executive orders are fleeting.
The long-term success of American industry does not rest on executive orders or short-term tariff hikes. Just like in 1816, it rests with Congress.
The long-term success of American industry does not rest on executive orders or short-term tariff hikes. Just like in 1816, it rests with Congress.
Should America give our surplus grain away every year?
By the late 1930s, Japan relied heavily on imports for most of its food and nearly all of its oil, rubber, and metals. Japan’s domestic agriculture couldn’t keep up with its growing population...
By the late 1930s, Japan relied heavily on imports for most of its food and nearly all of its oil, rubber, and metals. Japan’s domestic agriculture couldn’t keep up with its growing population...
Should America give our surplus grain away every year?
Should America Give Our Surplus Grain Away Every Year?
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February 19, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Should America give our surplus grain away every year?
By the late 1930s, Japan relied heavily on imports for most of its food and nearly all of its oil, rubber, and metals. Japan’s domestic agriculture couldn’t keep up with its growing population...
By the late 1930s, Japan relied heavily on imports for most of its food and nearly all of its oil, rubber, and metals. Japan’s domestic agriculture couldn’t keep up with its growing population...
Justice and order are not Black history. They are American history.
They are the interlocked American history of Reverend Billy Graham, who believed in order, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who knew order was not possible without justice.
They are the interlocked American history of Reverend Billy Graham, who believed in order, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who knew order was not possible without justice.
Why Is Remembering American History So Hard?
Why is remembering American history so hard?
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February 12, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Justice and order are not Black history. They are American history.
They are the interlocked American history of Reverend Billy Graham, who believed in order, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who knew order was not possible without justice.
They are the interlocked American history of Reverend Billy Graham, who believed in order, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who knew order was not possible without justice.
Why Is Remembering American History So Hard?
YouTube video by Joel Douglas
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February 11, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Who is the Champion of ‘We, the People?’
Progressivism’s focus drifted. To meet our goals, we must restore it as a center of gravity—focused on the people, not just the government.
Progressivism’s focus drifted. To meet our goals, we must restore it as a center of gravity—focused on the people, not just the government.
Who is the Champion of 'We, the People?'
Podcast Episode · I Believe · 02/04/2025 · 11m
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February 5, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Who is the Champion of ‘We, the People?’
Progressivism’s focus drifted. To meet our goals, we must restore it as a center of gravity—focused on the people, not just the government.
Progressivism’s focus drifted. To meet our goals, we must restore it as a center of gravity—focused on the people, not just the government.
Who is the Champion of ‘We, the People?’
Progressivism’s focus drifted. To meet our goals, we must restore it as a center of gravity—focused on the people, not just the government.
Progressivism’s focus drifted. To meet our goals, we must restore it as a center of gravity—focused on the people, not just the government.
Who is the Champion of 'We, the People?'
Before we discuss progressives today and ask, “Who is the Champion of ‘We, the People?’”, we need some context.
joelkdouglas.substack.com
February 5, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Who is the Champion of ‘We, the People?’
Progressivism’s focus drifted. To meet our goals, we must restore it as a center of gravity—focused on the people, not just the government.
Progressivism’s focus drifted. To meet our goals, we must restore it as a center of gravity—focused on the people, not just the government.