The Rational Egoist 🎙️ Capitalism and Communication – with Patrick Carroll
Bastiat's Satire on Protectionism
- Bastiat’s satirical parable exposes protectionism as absurd by comparing it to blocking sunlight to boost candle sales.
- Humor and wit make complex economic ideas more accessible and persuasive.
Majority Opinion Drives Political Outcomes
- Mises emphasizes political outcomes depend on majority opinion, not just on leaders.
- Persuading the masses via effective communication is the key to libertarian victory.
Be Kind and Knowledgeable
- Be congenial, kind, and avoid antagonism to influence others positively.
- Build authority by mastering knowledge and being consistently principled to attract followers.
Capitalism and Communication – with Patrick Carroll
What role does communication play in the fight for liberty? In this episode of The Rational Egoist, Michael Liebowitz is joined by libertarian opinion journalist Patrick Carroll to explore the intersection of ideas, persuasion, and individual rights.
Patrick shares insights from his time as Managing Editor at the Foundation for Economic Education (FEE), where he helped shape the message of freedom for a new generation. The conversation dives into the cultural power of storytelling, how to effectively communicate capitalist values, and why reasoned discourse is essential in an age of tribal outrage and ideological noise.
From navigating censorship to challenging economic myths, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to defend liberty—not just in theory, but in practice.
About Michael Liebowitz – Host of The Rational Egoist
Michael Liebowitz is the host of The Rational Egoist podcast, a philosopher, author, and political activist committed to the principles of reason, individualism, and rational self-interest. Deeply influenced by the philosophy of Ayn Rand, Michael uses his platform to challenge cultural dogma, expose moral contradictions, and defend the values that make human flourishing possible.
His journey from a 25-year prison sentence to becoming a respected voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities is a testament to the transformative power of philosophy. Today, Michael speaks, writes, and debates passionately in defence of individual rights and intellectual clarity.
He is the co-author of two compelling books that examine the failures of the correctional system and the redemptive power of moral conviction:
Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Corrections Encourages Crime
https://www.amazon.com.au/Down-Rabbit-Hole-Corrections-Encourages/dp/197448064X
View from a Cage: From Convict to Crusader for Liberty
https://books2read.com/u/4jN6xj
About Xenia Ioannou – Producer of The Rational Egoist
Xenia Ioannou is the producer of The Rational Egoist, overseeing the publishing and promotion of each episode to reflect a consistent standard of clarity, professionalism, and intellectual integrity.
As a CEO, property manager, entrepreneur, and lifelong advocate for capitalism and individual rights, Xenia ensures the podcast stays true to its core values of reason, freedom, and personal responsibility.
Xenia also leads Capitalism and Coffee – An Objectivist Meetup in Adelaide, where passionate thinkers gather to discuss Ayn Rand’s ideas and their application to life, politics, and culture.
Join us at: https://www.meetup.com/adelaide-ayn-rand-meetup/
(Capitalism and Coffee – An Objectivist Meetup)
Because freedom is worth thinking about—and talking about.
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https://substack.com/@xeniaioannou?utm_source=user-menu