Rob and Lou dive into the First Amendment with the urgency it deserves, exploring why freedom of speech sits at the core of the American experiment. Fresh from their time in the UK, they contrast two very different worlds: one where speech is a protected right, and another where the government can decide what counts as “acceptable.” Their conversation unpacks how censorship creates a chilling effect, how quickly restrictions can expand, and why the Constitution was designed to restrain government—not the people.

They explore the power of political speech, the dangers of letting officials police expression, and the slippery slope that begins the moment a society trades discomfort for control. If you care about democracy, dissent, or the fragile machinery of a free Republic, this episode hits with clarity and force.

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