Stefan Molyneux is the founder and host of Freedomain, the largest and most popular philosophy show in the world. With more than 4,500 podcasts, 10 books and 700 million downloads, Stefan has spread the cause of liberty and philosophy to millions of listeners around the world.<br /><br />Mr. Molyneux holds a Masters Degree in History from the University of Toronto; his graduate thesis focused on the History of Philosophy, detailing the relationship between the metaphysical arguments and the political ethics of major Western philosophers such as Plato, Kant, Locke and Hegel.<br /><br />Prior to launching Freedomain, Stefan built a thriving career as a software entrepreneur and executive. In 2007, he left his work in the tech industry to devote his efforts to spreading philosophy. Now a full-time parent and philosopher, Stefan has given speeches at liberty-themed events all over the world. His speeches cover subjects ranging from politics, philosophy, economics, relationships, bitcoin, parenting and how to achieve real freedom in your life!<br /><br />Stefan traveled to Australia for a sold-out speaking tour, where he addressed the future of freedom and the necessity for philosophy. Other live appearances have included presentations at the New Hampshire Liberty Forum, Libertopia (2010, 2012), Students For Liberty (2010, 2011, 2013), FreedomFest, LibertyNow (Speech, Q & A), Capitalism and Morality (Part I, Part II), LibertyFest West, the Brazilian Mises Institute’s Idieas em Movimento (Part I, Part II), Freedom Summit and The Next Web Europe Conference.<br /><br />Stefan also stars in the media documentary “Hoaxed.”<br /><br />Stefan has participated in a number of live debates, among them:<br /><br /> – “Bitcoin vs. Gold: The Future of Money” with Peter Schiff<br /><br />– “The Postmodernism Debate” with Dr Thaddeus Russell<br /><br />– “The Failure of Capitalism?” with Paul Craig Roberts<br /><br />– “Zeitgeist Versus the Market” with Peter Joseph<br /><br />– “The Function of the State in Society” with Professor Vladimir Safatle<br /><br />– “How Much Government