Christian Ethics and Stateless Societies: The Anarchist Approach of the Perry Family
Delve into the concept of Christian Anarchism and Voluntarism, examining the journey that leads individuals away from traditional politics towards a voluntary stateless life rooted in faith. In the 100th episode, host Craig Harguess is joined by Sarah and Jeff Perry from Voluntaryism in Action to discuss the intersection of Christian values and anarchy. The Perrys discuss the challenges in finding a like-minded community, communicating complex ideas, and their transformative ideological journey. The episode also explores homesteading, self-reliance, and the contentious interpretation of Romans 13 from an anarchist perspective.
The work of Voluntaryism in Action is highlighted, emphasizing the importance of human connection in voluntary charity. This episode offers a unique blend of humor, social commentary, and personal stories, encapsulating the fusion of Christian values and voluntaryism principles.
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Key Moments:
00:02 Exploring Christian Anarchism and Voluntaryism
01:11 The Reach of the Bad Roman
09:08 Duck Eggs and Freshly Laid Eggs
15:22 Military Transition to Anarchism & Non-Judgmental Dialogue
23:13 Christian Anarchism and the Bad Project
26:41 Facebook Thread Drama and Miscommunication
30:05 Understanding Anarchy and Romans 13 (11 Minutes)
33:57 Not Voting and Complaining About Government
38:41 Voluntarism and Anarchy
41:22 - Religion, Government, and Accountability
49:57 Christian Anarchism and Voluntaryism Action
55:42 Voluntaryism (14 Minutes)
57:07 Obtaining & Maintaining 501(c)3 Status
01:04:18 Voluntaryism in Action
01:09:36 Discussion on Voluntaryism in Action (08 Minutes)
01:11:39 Twitter Campaigns and Content Restrictions
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