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Brian Doherty's 'Radicals for Capitalism' provides a detailed and engaging history of the modern American libertarian movement, tracing its intellectual and institutional developments. The book explores key figures such as Ludwig von Mises, Friedrich Hayek, Ayn Rand, Murray Rothbard, and Milton Friedman, and discusses the movement's evolution and challenges.
The Whole Story is more than just a business success story; it is a tale of a retail, cultural, and dietary revolution that has forever changed the industry and the way people eat. John Mackey shares never-before-told tales of the people and passions behind Whole Foods, including the colorful cast of idealists and foodies who formed the company’s DNA, the many breakthroughs and missteps, and the narrowly avoided disasters. The book delves into Mackey’s spiritual journey, from Christianity to New Age mysticism and Eastern wisdom, as well as his political and intellectual development from a countercultural co-op dweller to a libertarian and Conscious Capitalist. It also explores his personal passions, such as long-distance backpacking, and his philosophical and ethical awakenings, particularly regarding animal welfare and industry practices.
In this week's The Reason Roundtable, editors Peter Suderman, Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and Matt Welch discuss democratic messaging and policy in the age of Trump, before turning to President Donald Trump's shifting stance on the war in Ukraine and its implications for global politics.
02:11—Democrats losing the plot on messaging and policy
20:28—Trump and Ukraine
41:39—Weekly listener question
43:43—Lightning round: Argentine President Javier Milei's memecoin, Department of Government Efficiency dividends, and Elon Musk's email to federal workers.
51:45—This week's cultural recommendations
Mentioned in this podcast:
"What Did You Do Last Week?" by Liz Wolfe
"Democrats Need Their Own DEI Purge," by Josh Barro
"One Simple Question for Democrats," by Ruy Teixeira
"Trump's Shameful Betrayal of Ukraine," by Ilya Somin
"Ayn Rand in Ukrainian Crimea," by Paul Schwennesen
"Did Biden Blow the Best Chance of Preventing War in Ukraine?" by Matthew Petti
"U.S. Tells Europe To Handle Its Own Defense," by J.D. Tuccille
"Is Trump Getting Ready To Cut Ukraine—and Europe—Loose?" by Matthew Petti
"America is being sold out by its leaders," by Noah Smith
Reason Speakeasy: Brian Doherty, February 27, 2025
Send your questions to roundtable@reason.com. Be sure to include your social media handle and the correct pronunciation of your name.
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