Why Banning Drugs and Guns Never Works

The Reason Interview With Nick Gillespie

In this episode of The Reason Interview, Nick Gillespie is joined by Senior Editor Jacob Sullum, author of the new book Beyond Control, to discuss the evolution of gun and drug laws in America. They examine how decades of prohibitionist policies have backfired, undermining liberty and justice without delivering safety.

This was originally recorded live on September 4, 2025.

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• Producer: Paul Alexander
• Audio Mixer: Ian Keyser

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