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Feb 6, 2025 • 1h 55min

ZeroHedge Debate: Should We Abolish Income Tax and Replace It With Tariffs?

In a lively debate, Noah Smith, an economics journalist with a PhD and author of "Noahpinion," and Peter St Onge, an Austrian economist and video creator, explore the radical idea of replacing income tax with tariffs. They dissect the potential economic benefits and the political dynamics of such a shift, including historical contexts and the moral implications of taxation. The conversation also touches on government spending, the complexities of tax structures, and the future of social safety nets, offering a thought-provoking look at America's fiscal landscape.
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Jan 30, 2025 • 1h 16min

Kennedy on Gen X, Embracing Religion, and the MTV Glory Days

I sat down with Kennedy, former MTV VJ and libertarian commentator, to explore the Gen X mindset, parenting, politics, and faith. She argues that the latchkey-kid upbringing, combined with the Cold War backdrop, instilled in our generation a deep skepticism toward authority—especially the government. Kennedy shares her journey from high school dropout to MTV and what that taught her about education, career, and adulthood. We also dive into the failures of modern government, the philosophical foundations of her faith, and her hopes for the current political realignment. She currently hosts the "Kennedy Saves the World" podcast for Fox News Radio._____________________________________Follow Kennedy on X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/KennedyNationListen to "Kennedy Saves the World": https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/kennedy-saves-the-world/_____________________________________Outline:[0:00] Reflecting on the Gen X upbringing[8:05] Gen Z, COVID, and the cultural shift[15:32] How Kennedy grew into her Eastern Orthodox faith[24:54] Raising Gen Z girls in modern society[27:41] Kennedy’s roundabout path to a college degree[36:21] Studying religion, philosophy and science reaffirmed her faith[48:23] Kennedy’s start in radio and getting a job at MTV[53:19] How Kennedy coped with fame at a young age[1:01:52] Lessons learned from surfing[1:07:38] Having kids transforms you worldview_____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eLXhP6msGU4Make a tax-deductible donation to Dad Saves America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.anedot.com/emergent-order-foundation/dad-website?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dadsavesamerica.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get full access to Dad Saves America at www.dadsavesamerica.com/subscribe
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Jan 24, 2025 • 1h 59min

Katharine Birbalsingh Is Leading the Charge Against Woke Schooling

I sat down with Katharine Birbalsingh, the controversial headmistress of Michaela Community School in London, to discuss why discipline, structure, and teaching “what to think” are essential for raising children into successful, independent adults. Clearly defined expectations empower students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, to thrive both academically and personally. As someone who fondly recalls my more free-range, Gen X upbringing, her views present a welcome challenge to my biases toward freedom and independence. Katharine makes a compelling case for traditional, no-nonsense schooling that prioritizes basic skills, knowledge, and values over educators’ ideologically motivated experiments._____________________________________Follow Katharine on X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/Miss_Snuffy_____________________________________Outline:[0:00] What is Michaela Community School?[9:15] Our culture has forgotten the value of structure[20:28] Free-range parenting doesn’t fit the inner city[26:25] Actually, you should teach kids what to think[38:57] Building habits frees you to pursue higher goals[50:08] Are education debates really class debates?[1:03:08] How do you keep school staff on the right track?[1:20:19] Is traditionalism an actionable solution?[1:34:36] Am I wrong about the Prussian school model?[1:47:03] Freedom is not a complete value set_____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uLmb3as-MQcMake a tax-deductible donation to Dad Saves America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.anedot.com/emergent-order-foundation/dad-website?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dadsavesamerica.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get full access to Dad Saves America at www.dadsavesamerica.com/subscribe
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Jan 17, 2025 • 1h 41min

Michael Shellenberger Exposes Who’s to Blame for the LA Fire Disaster

In this insightful discussion, journalist Michael Shellenberger, known for his works like "Apocalypse Never," breaks down the LA fire disaster and points a critical finger at local leadership. He reveals how a neglected firefighting budget, worsened by the homeless crisis, contributes to disaster responses. Shellenberger also critiques Hollywood's elitist politics and how they lead to systemic failures. Plus, he shares eye-opening thoughts on the impact of identity politics on voter behavior and the urgent need for accountable governance in California.
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Jan 10, 2025 • 1h 43min

I Hosted a Leadership Roundtable at Mar-a-Lago. President Trump Crashed Our Conversation.

Last month, I traveled to Mar-a-Lago and sat down with a group of business leaders to discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping our economy and society at large. Technological disruption presents both challenges and opportunities, and the growing student debt crisis has rightfully called into question the value of higher education. It’s time to renegotiate our relationship with traditional institutions and focus on cultivating grit, curiosity, and first-principles thinking. These tools can build an adaptive workforce and foster a competitive environment where American entrepreneurship can flourish once again._____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/td5-Q_qTkcU?si=ddJpGO-k5qU7tTFiMake a tax-deductible donation to Dad Saves America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.anedot.com/emergent-order-foundation/dad-website?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dadsavesamerica.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get full access to Dad Saves America at www.dadsavesamerica.com/subscribe
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Jan 2, 2025 • 2h 19min

Economist George Selgin on Money, Inflation, and the Federal Reserve

In this enlightening conversation, George Selgin, an economist and Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute, unravels the labyrinth of money and banking. He traces the evolution of money from barter to modern financial systems, critiquing common misconceptions about money creation. Selgin examines the historical significance of gold and the Federal Reserve's role in inflation management. Listeners learn why understanding money is essential to navigate political promises and economic realities. Dive into a world where money impacts communities and behaviors!
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Dec 19, 2024 • 1h 51min

Emma Johnson: Equal Custody Works, Child Support Doesn’t

Emma Johnson, author of "The 50/50 Solution," advocates for equal custody in divorce, challenging outdated views on single motherhood. She argues that the current family court system often leads to unnecessary conflict and perpetuates gender inequality, especially against fathers. Drawing from her own experiences, Emma discusses the positive implications of 50-50 parenting arrangements, which support children's well-being. She expresses optimism about a cultural shift towards equal custody, emphasizing collaboration in co-parenting to foster healthier family dynamics.
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Dec 13, 2024 • 1h 44min

Nick Gillespie on Conspiracy Thinking, Human Progress, and the Search for Meaning

In this discussion, Nick Gillespie, editor-at-large at Reason magazine and a prominent libertarian thinker, dives into the complexities of modern belief systems. He scrutinizes the rise of conspiracy thinking and its impact on political identity. Gillespie reflects on personalities like RFK Jr. and Trump, emphasizing how they shape societal norms. He highlights the paradox of abundant wealth leading to mental anguish and explores the search for meaning in today’s fast-paced world. With a focus on leadership, he argues for genuine community-building amid distrust in institutions.
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Dec 5, 2024 • 2h 21min

Michael Munger on the Battle Between Liberalism and Populism

In this thought-provoking discussion, Michael Munger, a political science and economics professor at Duke University, delves into the clash between liberalism and populism, highlighting challenges in today’s political landscape. He critiques the trust collapse in institutions and stresses the necessity of preserving open dialogue and intellectual curiosity among younger generations. Munger also reflects on the evolving nature of political terminology and the impact of technology on human behavior, offering a hopeful glimpse into realigning timeless ideals amidst modern chaos.
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Nov 21, 2024 • 1h 17min

What Modern Socialists Don’t Want You To Know About Hitler

Rainer Zitelmann, a historian and author, dives into the complex economic philosophies of Adolf Hitler, revealing how they merged social Darwinism with planned economy principles. He clarifies distinctions between national socialism, fascism, and communism, arguing that many misunderstand these ideologies today. Zitelmann discusses the historical outcomes of mixed economic systems, using examples from East and West Germany and other nations. He highlights how capitalism, even in small doses, can significantly improve living conditions and reduce poverty.

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