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Does government-funded science drive progress or distort it? Peter Klein uncovers the hidden costs, cronyism, and political agendas behind the National Science Foundation and federal research funding. Recorded at the Mises Institute in Auburn, Alabama, on May 17, 2025.

Phillip Tourney provides a first-hand account of the 1967 USS Liberty incident, examining its lasting implications for US foreign policy, governmental transparency, and historical accountability. Recorded at the Mises Institute in Auburn, Alabama, on May 16, 2025.

From Vietnam to Iraq, Pentagon insider Karen Kwiatkowski reveals firsthand how government lies drive America’s wars—and how courageous whistleblowers fight back with truth.

Endless wars abroad destroy liberty at home. Scott Horton explains how U.S. foreign policy disasters—from NATO expansion to Ukraine—threaten peace, prosperity, and freedom. Recorded at the Mises Institute in Auburn, Alabama, on May 16, 2025.

Historian Charles Beard championed continentalism—keeping America out of foreign wars. David Gordon explores Beard’s forgotten warnings and their lasting lessons on liberty and foreign policy. Recorded at the Mises Institute in Auburn, Alabama, on May 16, 2025.

Ryan McMaken discusses Ralph Raico’s critique of war propaganda, revealing how states systematically shape history to justify endless conflict—and why revisionism is essential for reclaiming peace and liberty. Recorded at the Mises Institute in Auburn, Alabama, on May 17, 2025.

Did the Marshall Plan save Europe or enrich crony capitalists? Patrick Newman discusses how corporate welfare, hidden deals, and corruption shaped postwar policy, with effects still felt today. Recorded at the Mises Institute in Auburn, Alabama, on May 16, 2025.

Economist Alex Tabarrok joins Bob to review Trump’s executive order on prescription drug pricing. They explore how price discrimination works in global pharmaceutical markets, the unintended consequences of importation policies, and why U.S. consumers often pay more—yet benefit most from drug innovation. Tabarrok also critiques the FDA’s role in delaying treatments and explains how regulatory reform, not price caps, could make healthcare more affordable and effective. Alex's Article, "Econ 101 is Underrated: Pharma Price Controls": https://Mises.org/HAP500a

On Economics Explored, host Gene Tunny and guest Dr. Mark Thornton discuss the “Skyscraper Curse,” the uncanny correlation between constructing the world’s tallest buildings and subsequent global economic crises. Mark explains why these architectural achievements often precede financial downturns. With the resurrection of Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Tower project—destined to become the world’s tallest building—set for completion around 2027, could another global economic crisis be imminent? Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that connects skyscrapers, economics, and predictions for our financial future. Additional Resources “The Skyscraper Curse and Austrian Economics with Mark Thornton” (Economics Explored Podcast with Gene Tunney): https://Mises.org/MI_120_A The Skyscraper Curse: And How Austrian Economists Predicted Every Major Economic Crisis of the Last Century by Mark Thornton: https://Mises.org/Curse An Essay on Economic Theory by Richard Cantillon (edited by Mark Thornton): https://Mises.org/MI_120_B Be sure to follow Minor Issues at https://Mises.org/MinorIssues

Political Scientist Joseph Solis-Mullen joins Ryan McMaken to review Ralph Raico’s newly published lectures on politics in the West. We recommend this book for all who want a pro-freedom history of political thought. Be sure to follow Radio Rothbard at https://Mises.org/RadioRothbard Radio Rothbard mugs are available at the Mises Store. Get yours at https://Mises.org/RothMug PROMO CODE: RothPod for 20% off