Coming to you from the heart of the Free State of New Hampshire, Carla Gericke breaks down everything that just happened at Liberty Forum—and what’s coming next.
In this episode of The Independents, Carla shares the inside scoop on the Free State Project’s annual Liberty Forum conference, media coverage from the Concord Monitor and NHPR, and the growing influence of liberty-minded Granite Staters in state politics.
Topics include:
• What really happened at Liberty Forum
• How the media frames the Free State Project
• Why Defend the Guard matters more than ever
• The difference between the Free State Project and individual Free Staters
• Rising energy prices and policy debates shaping New Hampshire
• Why libertarians are leading the anti-war conversation
Plus: the big reveal about PorcFest 2026.
This year, the Porcupine Freedom Festival evolves into something new:
A decentralized “Passport Across the Free State.”
Starting on the Summer Solstice (June 21–28), participants will explore liberty communities across New Hampshire—clubhouses, farms, schools, businesses, and events—showcasing what two decades of Free Stater migration have built.
Highlights include:
• A literal PorcFest Passport to venues across the state
• Community-driven events hosted by local hubs
• A $10,000 “Free Ian Now!” prize drawing
• The traditional Unity Gathering at Roger’s Campground
Early supporters can grab PorcFest tickets now:
Use code FREESTATER for $25 off your $75 ticket.
If you care about liberty, decentralization, and what’s happening on the ground in New Hampshire, this episode gives you the context—and the invitation to get your PORCFEST tickets now!