Free Thoughts, Ep. 251: Should We Fear 3D Printed Guns?
Channel: Libertarianism.org
Date: 2018-08-10

Matthew Larosiere joins us to discuss his interest of the design and development of weapons and the controversy that surrounds it. Larosiere argues that most people agree that everyone should be able to defend themselves. However, most people do not understand that "aimed fire" is actually more effective than peppering bullets hoping to hit your target. 

The recent light around 3D printed guns has made society really question how necessary these weapons are. What most people do not realize is that, in the United States, there is no law against manufacturing your own gun in your home for personal use. Ultimately, what is the effective mechanism to defend yourself?

Why would anyone own a gun? What is the difference between an automatic and semiautomatic weapon? What is a bump stock? Does magazine capacity matter at all? Is there something wrong with collecting things that inflict harm on others?

If you like this you may also like:

Building Tomorrow Episode on 3D printed guns:
https://www.libertarianism.org/podcasts/building-tomorrow/right-print-arms

Free Thoughts Episode on Mass Shootings:
https://www.libertarianism.org/media/free-thoughts/guns-mass-