Words & Numbers

The hosts dive into AT&T's controversial exit from home internet services in New York due to new regulations, sparking a discussion on internet pricing evolution. They humorously juxtapose asteroid impact odds with unpredictable voter behavior, while also tackling the spread of misinformation and conspiracy theories. The dialogue shifts to the Super Bowl, exploring cultural reactions and the evolving role of presidents as cultural icons. The blend of celebrity and politics raises questions about legitimacy in democracy, highlighting the changing landscape of governance.

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Episode 410: Mercantilism 2.0   Get Your Copy of Cooperation and Coercion Now! http://www.cooperationandcoercion.com See More Ant and James! http://www.wordsandnumbers.org Show Your Support for Words & Numbers at Patreon https://www.patreon.com/wordsandnumbers Quick Hits https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-promises-25-tariff-products-mexico-canada-2024-11-25/ https://studyfinds.org/political-views-chocolate-choices/   Foolishness of the Week https://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/average-home-buyers-calif-metro-afford-2-homes-19936861.php Topic of the Week Phil Magness https://www.independent.org/aboutus/person_detail.asp?id=3777 https://thedailyeconomy.org/article/henry-clays-american-system-is-bad-news-for-the-american-economy/ Words & Numbers Backstage https://www.facebook.com/groups/130029457649243/ More James at Smoke & Stories https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjILow4-ZJpBV-NnmSusZJ_vCuzKUJ4Ig More Ant on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/antonydavies Let Us Know What You Think mailto:wordsandnumberspodcast@gmail.com Antony Davies on Twitter https://twitter.com/antonydavies James R. Harrigan on Twitter https://twitter.com/JamesRHarrigan #AntonyDavies #JamesRHarrigan #WordsAndNumbers #economics #government #politics #policy #libertarian #classicalliberal #podcast #educational Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices