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So to Speak: The Free Speech Podcast

So to Speak: The Free Speech Podcast takes an uncensored look at the world of free expression through the law, philosophy, and stories that define your right to free speech. Hosted by FIRE's Nico Perrino.

New episodes post every other Thursday.

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Justin Amash

Justin Amash

So to Speak: The Free Speech PodcastEp. 247

July 24, 2025

Throughout his career, former Congressman has been a strong advocate for freedom of speech, writing that "The value of free speech comes from encountering views that are unorthodox, uncommon, or unaccepted...Free speech is a barren concept if...

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Free speech news: NetChoice, Taylor Swift, October 7, and Satan

February 29, 2024

So to Speak: The Free Speech PodcastEp. 207

Free speech news: NetChoice, Taylor Swift, October 7, and Satan

CJ Hopkins compared modern Germany to Nazi Germany. Now he's standing trial.

February 15, 2024

So to Speak: The Free Speech PodcastEp. 206

CJ Hopkins compared modern Germany to Nazi Germany. Now he's standing trial.

An anarchist's perspective with Michael Malice

February 1, 2024

So to Speak: The Free Speech PodcastEp. 205

An anarchist's perspective, with Michael Malice

"Liar in a Crowded Theater" with Jeff Kosseff

January 18, 2024

So to Speak: The Free Speech PodcastEp. 204

"Liar in a Crowded Theater" with Jeff Kosseff

'Undefeated' with Coach Bill Courtney

January 4, 2024

So to Speak: The Free Speech PodcastEp. 203

'Undefeated' with Coach Bill Courtney

The backpage.com saga

December 21, 2023

So to Speak: The Free Speech PodcastEp. 202

The backpage.com saga

Crisis on Campus - X Space recording

December 12, 2023

So to Speak: The Free Speech PodcastEp. 201

Ep 201: Crisis on Campus - X Space recording

The state of free speech

November 30, 2023

So to Speak: The Free Speech PodcastEp. 200

Ep 200: The state of free speech

Israel, Hamas, and censorship at home

November 9, 2023

So to Speak: The Free Speech PodcastEp. 199

Israel, Hamas, and censorship at home

2023-24 Supreme Court Preview

October 25, 2023

So to Speak: The Free Speech PodcastEp. 198

2023-24 Supreme Court Preview

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