Chris Spangle
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| Education: | IUPUI |
| Occupation: | Digital Director, Radio and Podcast Host, Podcasting Consultant |
| Party: | Libertarian Party |
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| Website: | www.wearelibertarians.com |
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Chris Spangle is an accomplished digital director, radio and podcast host, and podcasting consultant known for his work in advancing the principles of liberty and engaging in meaningful political and cultural discussions. His journey into libertarianism began after working on Andy Horning's 2004 Congressional Campaign, which inspired him to explore libertarian philosophy more deeply. He transitioned from the Republican Party to the Libertarian Party in 2008, driven by his disillusionment with the two-party system.
Spangle has made significant contributions to the libertarian movement through his role as the executive director for the Libertarian Party of Indiana from 2008 to 2012, where he worked tirelessly to grow the party's presence and influence. His early career also included being a producer and reporter at Newstalk 1430 AM, WXNT, where he produced "Abdul in the Morning," a premier political talk show in Indianapolis.
In March 2012, Chris Spangle founded the We Are Libertarians Network (WAL), a platform that has grown to encompass a wide range of content from news to self-help, reaching nearly 1 million downloads by 2018. His efforts have expanded beyond WAL to include hosting and producing podcasts such as the Chris Spangle Show, History of Modern Politics, and The Patdown with Ms. Pat, among others.
Outside of his political and media work, Spangle serves as the Digital Director for The BOB & TOM Show, blending content creation, marketing, customer service, and strategy. He is also an educator in podcasting, teaching at PodcastingAndPlatforms.com, and supports various nonprofit initiatives through his radio show "We Thought You Might Like To Know."
In recognition of his contributions to promoting liberty, Chris Spangle has been awarded the Dr. Barbara Bourland Light of Liberty Award and the Ken Bisson Outreach Award in 2013.
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| Preceded by: Susan Street-Beavers |
Libertarian Party of Indiana Executive Director 2008 - 2012 |
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