Dad Saves America

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

Katharine Birbalsingh, headmistress of Michaela Community School, champions a structured approach to education that emphasizes discipline and core values. She argues that clearly defined expectations can empower students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Katharine critiques modern educational philosophies that favor free-range approaches and emphasizes the importance of teaching children 'what to think.' The conversation also touches on the impact of technology, the need for good habits, and the ideological challenges faced by educators today.

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.

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

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

I sat down with Randy Barnett, Professor of Constitutional Law at Georgetown University, to discuss the current state of America’s constitutional system and his mission to restore its original meaning. Despite the gradual erosion of constitutional limitations on federal government power, Randy believes that the document’s multiple fail-safes—especially federalism—have kept the flame of liberty alive, even through the trials of COVID lockdowns. Supreme Court justices appointed over the past 40 years have increasingly adopted an originalist approach to the Constitution and have begun to rein in the sprawling powers of the deep state and restore the core tenets of our founding documents._____________________________________Follow Randy on X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/RandyEBarnett_____________________________________Outline:[0:00] Is today’s Supreme Court radically conservative?[10:04] Progressives don’t really care about ‘democracy’[13:27] The consequences of ending ‘Chevron deference’[20:53] Why does judicial precedence matter?[28:13] How ‘Roe v. Wade’ was overturned[34:01] Is President Trump now immune from prosecution?[42:31] What is common law? What are statutes?[51:03] Private arbitration empowers normal people[57:54] Why does the original meaning of the Constitution matter?[1:11:04] The strongest criticism of originalism[1:14:30] Has the Constitution failed to protect our freedoms?[1:23:29] What is libertarianism and what are its blindspots?[1:43:40] Why should we spend time arguing about ideals?[1:48:40] Freedom is a practice, not just an abstract ideal_____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FVPCwD5e8_IMake 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