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Greetings y'all!

Well, the team had some things come up last week which kind of threw our schedules out of whack so we were not able to do any podcast recordings this past week. If you would, please send some prayers the way of the team so we can get these situations resolved. One member of the team did have a major resolution to a long standing problem last week so please offer some prayers of thanksgiving for that as well.

That said, we do have plans for the weeks upcoming. Secession Speakeasy will be returning soon with commentary on news stories concerning secession which have gone unnoticed by the larger media, both lamestream and alternative. From Steal to Secession AM should be returning later this month with two MONSTER episodes where we discuss some very important topics which undoubtedly will be controversial. Outreach is also underway to bring some very special guests aboard the Rural Sense Show to discuss Self-Determination-oriented topics which we think you, our viewers, will find extremely helpful in your own lives.

In addition, the Professor is working on an article concerning Secession and the new perspective he and the Secession Minstrel have been developing on that issue. He is going to be sending out the article to influential publications such as Mises Wire and American Thinker to see who is willing to take it up for publication and will share the finished product here when he finds a taker.

Finally, we share here the Professor's reading of choice on "The Great Reset" with a teaser that there is a possibility that one of these illustrious authors could be appearing as a special guest on the Rural Sense Show. Which one? Well, we will leave you in suspense for now on that matter.

Thank you for all your support and remember to keep making a difference in your own lives and your own communities!

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Secession Speakeasy 152 (Public House Edition): Why is Secession a Forbidden Topic of Discussion?

Professor Wall, the Secession Minstrel and the Jester hold the annual Secession Day discussion unpacking the following question: “Why are we forbidden to discuss the topic of secession?” Why is it considered a cultural taboo to even bring up the topic? Could it be that the Elite classes recognize that if they wish to maintain their rule over the people that then the people must not be made aware of a very effective political tool in their toolbox?

Links:

(Secession: The Inalienable Right of a Free People to Leave a Tyrannical Union - By Joe Wolverton): https://www.abbevilleinstitute.org/secession-the-inalienable-right-of-a-free-people-to-leave-a-tyrannical-union/

(“American Secession: The Looming Threat of a National Breakup” - By F.H. Buckley): https://www.bookfinder.com/search/?author=&title=&lang=en&isbn=9781641770804&new_used=*&destination=us¤cy=USD&mode=basic&st=sr&ac=qr

(“Breaking Away: The Case for Secession, Radical Decentralization, and Smaller ...

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Secession Speakeasy 151 (Public House Edition): Washington State Split Talk Heating Up!

Professor Wall and the Secession Minstrel discuss the recent proposals being discussed in Washington State about putting forward solid grassroots opposition to tyrannical governor Bob Ferguson’s agenda. Can a “Convention of Counties” to push for a “federalization” of the state government pull off a necessary correction? Or is Washington state bound for breakup no matter what? What about these proposals bear similarities to steps America’s Founding Fathers took in the lead-up to the Revolution? What role might these proposals play in the likely resurrection of the State of Liberty movement?

Links:

(A win-win for Washington state - By Nancy Churchill): https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-a-win-win-for-washington-state/

(Instead of a 51st state, Rep Rob Chase introduces the Win-Win Act to create two ‘autonomous regions’): https://robchase.houserepublicans.wa.gov/2025/04/24/instead-of-a-51st-state-chase-introduces-the-win-win-act-to-create-two-autonomous-regions/...

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Secession Speakeasy 150 (Public House Edition): Has Canada’s “National Divorce Era” officially Begun?

Professor Wall and the Secession Minstrel discuss the rapid unfolding of events in Canada, especially in the wake of the 2025 Canadian federal elections. Why does secession preparation appear to be increasing in intensity across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Quebec in particular? What is particularly striking about the differences in preparation approaches? What is it about the recent turn of events which seems to point to the real possibility that Canada’s National Divorce era has now begun?

Links:

(Canada Inevitable Split East and West - By Martin Armstrong): https://www.armstrongeconomics.com/international-news/canada/canada-inevitable-split-east-and-west/

(How Alberta Can Actually Separate from Canada - By Martin Armstrong): https://www.armstrongeconomics.com/international-news/politics/how-alberta-can-actually-separate-from-canada/

(Mark Carney poses a threat to national unity - By Preston Manning): https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/article-mark-carney-is-a-threat-to-national-unity/ ...

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Here at "On This Terrestrial Ball" Family comes FIRST

This piece from the Acton Institute speaks very much to our views here at "On This Terrestrial Ball" on what the relationship should be between family and the workplace. Here we always says that "Family Comes First". That means occasionally we will have gaps in our publication schedule when we need to tend to matters which affect family. However we are still committed to spreading the word on the causes which are important to the everyday people so that EVERYONE will be able to put family first in the not-too-distant future and it is why we value your support so much! Be a rebel, raise a family and show & tell the family how much you love them! https://rlo.acton.org/archives/124383-your-job-is-not-your-family.html

A Great Conversation Concerning TEXIT!

Sharing here a GREAT conversation between two very learned gentlemen: Daniel Miller, the President of the Texas Nationalist Movement, and former North Dakota state legislator Rick Becker, the host of the podcast “War, Divorce or Federalism”. In this episode, these two discuss TEXIT, the practicalities surrounding separation from the Washington DC Empire, the fallacies surrounding anti-separation arguments stemming from ridiculous talking points like Texas v White, and so much more! Listen in and get a great influx of knowledge from two gentlemen who KNOW their stuff!

From Steal to Secession AM - Ep. 51: America’s Options: National Divorce or Civil War?

In a crossover episode with the new podcast“War, Divorce or Federalism” Professor Wall engages in a lively discussion with former North Dakota state legislator Rick Becker on America’s current situation and the choices facing the peoples who make up this vast country. Can federalism be re-asserted through a process like the Article V Convention so as to diffuse tensions and so prevent the onset of a possible civil war? Or have things deteriorated so badly that only national divorce can bring back peace?

https://keepgovlocal.com/from-steal-to-secession-am-episode-51-americas-options-national-divorce-or-civil-war/

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