168. Who Was Lysander Spooner?
The government hates competition. But one man once dared to take on the United States Postal Service, creating a free market alternative… until he was shut down. Links: It’s Time to Privatize the United States Postal Service Lysander Spooner: The Anarchist Who Single-Handedly Took on the US Post Office Vices Are Not Crimes Lysander Spooner-Wikipedia […]
167. What Are Federal Agencies?
TSA, DEA, FDA… we are surrounded by federal agencies that have way too much power. On today’s episode, we discuss what these agencies are and how they impact our daily lives. Links: A Closer Look at Discretionary Spending Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Emma: Hi, Brittany. Brittany: Hi, Emma. Emma: So, today we’re going to talk about […]
Honey, Inflation Shrunk the Food!
It’s not just your imagination… groceries are getting way more expensive. And as much as I hate to rain on the parade with a downer topic this lovely Friday afternoon, you’ve probably already noticed this! You don’t need me to tell you that prices for basic items like eggs, milk, vegetables and meat are higher […]
166. Why Are Communities So Important for Individual Liberty?
Author Max Borders joins Brittany and Connor to discuss the important role communities play in promoting individual liberty and limited government. Links: After Collapse: The End of America and the Rebirth of Her Ideals The Social Singularity: How decentralization will allow us to transcend politics, create global prosperity, and avoid the robot apocalypse Here’s a […]
164. Who Is Satoshi Nakamoto?
You may have heard of Bitcoin and Blockchain, but have you ever heard of the elusive Satoshi Nakamoto? Today Brittany and Emma talk about the mysterious creator of Bitcoin, who walked away from the project as soon as it was born. Links: Who is the secretive Bitcoin billionaire who invented Bitcoin? Unveiling Satoshi Nakamoto Here’s […]
162. How Can You Make The Most of Your Summer?
Summer is here! But how can you make the most out of these three months of sunshine? Emma and Brittany offer a few ideas to make the most out of your summer. Links: Children’s Entrepreneur Market Meet the teens who make six figures mowing lawns Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi Emma. Emma: Hi, Brittany. […]
160. What Are Your Favorite Stories from The Revolutionary War?
In honor of Independence Day, Connor and Brittany talk about some of their favorite stories to come out of the Revolutionary War era and the founding of the United States. Links: The American Crisis Declaration of Independence: A Transcription The Letters of John and Abigail Adams Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi, Connor. Connor: Hey, […]
159. How Can You Control Your Emotions?
Many of the courageous heroes we have discussed have one thing in common: an ability to think rationally and control their feelings. Today, Connor and Brittany brainstorm some ways to help you learn how to control your emotions and think about the facts, not just your feelings. Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Connor: Hey, Brittany. […]
158. How Did One Man Save the World from Nuclear War?
Individuals can change the world. In 1983, Stanislav Petrov used logic to think rationally and avoid a nuclear war that would have changed the course of history. Links: The Nuclear War That Almost Was and the Man Who Prevented It Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi Connor. Connor: Hi, Brittany. Brittany: So, we’ve told a lot […]
Books About Communism Creeping Back Into Mainstream
Have you or your children ever read a “Who Was” book? Chances are you’ve at least seen one before. With over 250 in print, these short biographies for kids have been popping up at local libraries and Scholastic book fairs for decades. According to the series’ official website, these books exist to “tell the incredible […]