253. Why Does The Media Keep Lying?
People can no longer trust what they hear on the news. “Fake” news has dominated pretty much every single media outlet. But why do they do this and what can the people do about it? Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi, Connor. Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: So I thank you and I can probably both agree […]
252. Who Was John Taylor Gatto?
John Taylor Gatto is one of the most important figures in American education. After nearly three decades of working in the public school system, he decided enough was enough and dedicated his life to exposing the intentional dumbing down of American education. Links: Resignation Letter John Taylor Gatto Books John Taylor Gatto (1935-2018): Remembering America’s […]
251. What Is Resourcefulness?
The best entrepreneurs are those who are able to make the most of the resources around them to make their ideas come to life. Links: The Tuttle Twins Guide to Inspiring Entrepreneurs The Tuttle Twins Guide to Courageous Heroes The Tuttle Twins Guide to Logical Fallacies Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Emma: Hi, Brittany. Brittany: Hi, […]
250. What’s Going On With Shipping Ports?
Our country is currently dealing with major supply chain issues, which is resulting in a shortage of many essential supplies. But why is this happening? And what does that mean for consumers? Links: The Tuttle Twins and the Search for Atlas Foundation for Economic Education supply chain archive Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Emma: Hi, […]
249. What Is Subjective Value?
Economists who think they can plan for the entire economy get a lot of things wrong. The most important thing they get wrong is ignoring the role individual preference plays in determining the value of goods and services. Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi, Emma. Emma: Hi, Brittany. Brittany: So today I wanna talk about something […]
248. Should There Be A Death Penalty?
There is a lot of debate about the death penalty. Today Emma and Brittany discuss the top arguments for and against and discuss the harm in giving government the power to take lives. Links: New Effort to “Repeal and Replace” the Death Penalty in Utah Rethink The Death Penalty Here’s a transcript of our conversation: […]
247. What Is The United Nations?
Countries should be making their own rules and laws. But after WWII, the United Nations was formed, greeting global rules for the entire world. Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi, Emma. Emma: Hi, Brittany. Brittany: So, you know, part of the foundation of this country is the belief that states have the power to make decisions […]
246. What’s It Like to Be a Rebel Homeschool Mom?
Today, Emma and Brittany interview Katie Hague, homeschool mom and former social media manager for the Tuttle Twins podcast. Katie talks about homeschooling seven kids and practicing civil disobedience. Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi, Emma. Emma: Hi, Brittany. Brittany: So today we have a guest. We haven’t done an interview in a while, so this […]
245. How Has The Pandemic Impacted Schooling?
The pandemic has caused many to lose faith in government institutions–especially education. Now, more than ever, parents are looking for alternatives to the public education system. Links Homeschooling in the Time of COVID-19 Homeschooling More Than Doubles During the Pandemic Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: Hey, Connor. Connor: You know, COVID has generally […]
244. How Can Teens Not Suck At Life?
Today, our hosts discuss Connor’s new book, “How to Not Suck At Life: 89 Tips for Teens.” Links How to Not Suck At Life Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi, Connor. Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: So today is an exciting episode because you, Connor, have a new book out for teens that I am super excited […]