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Mar 9, 2023 • 44min
Ep. 2294 The Invisible Hand Isn't a Libertarian Fantasy
On the 300th anniversary of the birth of Adam Smith, Mark Skousen discusses his historical significance. And yes, the "invisible hand" image is apt and should be defended against critics. Sponsor: Blinkist Show notes for Ep. 2294
Mar 8, 2023 • 43min
Ep. 2293 How Countries Get Rich (or Stay Poor)
Shawn Ritenour, professor of economics at Grove City College, discusses his new book, The Economics of Prosperity: Rethinking Economic Growth and Development. Sponsors: Crowdhealth - Save $99 when you use code WOODS at https://joincrowdhealth.com Policy Genius - https://policygenius.com Show notes for Ep. 2293
Mar 3, 2023 • 31min
Ep. 2292 Stalin Takes Over, with Michael Malice
Michael Malice and I continue our discussion of his book The White Pill with a look at the record of Joseph Stalin. Book Discussed: The White Pill: A Tale of Good and Evil Show notes for Ep. 2292
Mar 2, 2023 • 33min
Ep. 2291 The Communists Take Power, with Michael Malice
After the Bolsheviks took power in Russia, a major chunk of the Western intellectual classes cheered with delight for what they insisted was the glorious new society of the future. Michael Malice joins us for the grim truth of the matter. Book Discussed: The White Pill: A Tale of Good and Evil Show notes for Ep. 2291
Mar 1, 2023 • 39min
Ep. 2290 Jeff Deist on National Divorce, Monetary Policy, and "Experts"
My conversation with Mises Institute president Jeff Deist covers national divorce, as well as rule by "experts," and how the Federal Reserve tries to make money seem like something that requires expert management. Sponsor: Persist SEO Show notes for Ep. 2290
Feb 25, 2023 • 28min
Ep. 2289 Friendship in an Age of Hate
Gary Chartier, dean of the business school at La Sierra University, joins us for a discussion of friendship: the philosophical challenges it raises, and its indispensable role in human flourishing. Book Discussed: Understanding Friendship: On the Moral, Political, and Spiritual Meaning of Love Show notes for Ep. 2289
Feb 24, 2023 • 42min
Ep. 2288 Paul Gottfried on the Fate of Dissident Voices
Paul Gottfried, Yale Ph.D. and editor of Chronicles magazine, delves into the dissident Right, challenges faced by paleoconservatives, and the alliances between traditionalists and libertarians. Topics include Tucker Carlson's conservative stance, defiance of conservative norms, authenticity of beliefs, dynamics within paleo-conservatism, and challenges in conservative book promotion.
Feb 23, 2023 • 27min
Ep. 2287 A Program for Ignoring the Feds
Maine state senator Eric Brakey is pushing an ambitious legislative agenda that amounts to defying or refusing to cooperate with the federal government on a variety of issues. We also discuss the Twitter Files revelation that U.S. senator Angus King sought to have some of Eric's supporters silenced. Show notes for Ep. 2287
Feb 22, 2023 • 29min
Ep. 2286 Why and How the State Attacks the Family
Connor Boyack discusses how the modern state targets the family and seeks to indoctrinate children. Book Discussed: Children of the Collective Show notes for Ep. 2286
Feb 18, 2023 • 39min
Ep. 2285 White Privilege, Black Lives Matter, and Other Taboo Subjects
Wilfred Reilly joins us to discuss the reality behind so much of the oppression narrative that has come to dominate the American consciousness. Show notes for Ep. 2285
