Join journalist Bridget Todd and conservative commentator Candace Owens as they dive into the intersections of media, politics, and personal branding. They unravel the complexities behind Owens' transformation from progressive to right-wing icon and her surprising pivot into celebrity news analysis. The duo humorously critiques Elon Musk's controversial public persona and the impacts of neoliberal policies on the electric vehicle market. Expect sharp insights on social media's role in amplifying controversial narratives and the evolving landscape of contemporary discourse.
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Neoliberalism's True Nature
Neoliberalism, contrary to common belief, doesn't decrease state size, but shifts resources.
It moves from welfare towards policing and bureaucratic hurdles, increasing state control.
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Carbon Credits and Monopoly
Tesla profits significantly from carbon credits, allowing other companies to pollute more.
This market intervention, a hallmark of neoliberalism, creates monopolies like Musk's.
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Government Support for Tesla
Tesla received substantial government subsidies, including a $38 billion contract and a loan.
These subsidies saved Tesla from collapse after 2008, highlighting government's role in its success.
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It Starts with Us
Colleen Hoover
This novel picks up where 'It Ends with Us' left off, with Lily running into her former lover, Atlas Corrigan, again. As Lily and Atlas rekindle their relationship, they face challenges from Lily's ex-husband, Ryle, who is still a significant part of her life. The story explores themes of love, abuse, and personal growth as Lily and Atlas navigate their feelings and the complexities of their past and present. The book delves into Atlas's past and his struggles, as well as Lily's journey towards finding true love and protecting herself and her daughter from Ryle's aggressive behavior.
The road to serfdom
Friedrich Von Hayek
In this influential book, Hayek argues that the abandonment of individualism and classical liberalism leads to a loss of freedom, the creation of an oppressive society, and ultimately, the tyranny of a dictator. He challenges the view that fascism and Nazism are capitalist reactions against socialism, instead positing that these ideologies share common roots in central economic planning and the empowerment of the state over the individual. The book emphasizes the dangers of collectivism and the importance of maintaining a free market system to preserve human freedom and dignity.
On the Edge
The Art of Risking Everything
Nate Silver
In 'On the Edge: The Art of Risking Everything', Nate Silver explores the world of 'the River', a community of risk-takers including poker players, hedge fund managers, crypto enthusiasts, and venture capitalists. Silver delves into the mindset and strategies of these individuals, who navigate uncertainty and complexity with a high tolerance for risk and an affinity for numbers. The book takes readers behind the scenes of casinos, venture capital firms, and the inner workings of the effective altruism movement, highlighting the impact of these risk-takers on technology and the global economy. Silver also critiques the flaws in the thinking of these 'Riverians' and discusses the broader implications of risk-taking in modern society[3][4][5].
Elon Musk
Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future
Ashlee Vance
This book is an authorized biography that delves into the life of Elon Musk, from his tumultuous childhood in South Africa to his rise as a visionary entrepreneur in Silicon Valley. Ashlee Vance captures Musk's journey through his various ventures, including PayPal, SpaceX, Tesla, and SolarCity. The book examines Musk's unique personality, his insatiable drive, and his ability to thrive through hardship. It also explores the broader context of American innovation and the challenges of global competition, positioning Musk as a contemporary amalgam of legendary inventors and industrialists like Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, and Steve Jobs.
All of this week's episodes of It Could Happen Here put together in one large file.
How the State Created Elon Musk
Candace Owens' Hollywood Tabloid Pivot feat. Bridget Todd
Mahmoud Khalil's Arrest and What Comes Next
Nate Silver: The Smoothest Brain On The Internet
Executive Disorder: White House Weekly #7
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