113. Why Does Believing in Socialism Make You Miserable?
Socialism isn’t just a threat to individual liberty, it’s also a threat to people’s well being. In fact, the economist Ludwig von Mises believed that believing in socialism can actually make people miserable. Links: How Believing in Socialism Can Make You Miserable Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi Connor. Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: So, we talk […]
112. Who was Booker T. Washington?
Today, Connor and Brittany tell the story of a true American hero: Booker T. Washington. Books: Up From Slavery The Tuttle Twins Guide to Courageous Heroes Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: Hi, Connor. Connor: On past episodes couple of times, we’ve mentioned these guidebooks that we’ve done, including, I think it was […]
Is Socialism Bad?
“Rob from the rich, give to the poor”… the famous mantra of a famous socialist, right? Wrong. Despite what Bernie Sanders and his gang of eat-the-rich lefties or McCarthyist protesters have tried to tell us about Robin Hood’s so-called communist creed, this classic character was actually a champion for individual rights and small government. For starters, […]
111. Why Kids Need Stories of Superheroes
Foundation for Economic Education’s director of content joins Connor and Brittany today to tell us what superheroes can teach us about liberty. Links: Why Kids Need Heroic Adventures More than Columbus Day, We Need a Superman Day Why People Are So Fascinated with Superhero Movies Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi Connor. Connor: Hey, Britt. […]
110. Who Ludwig von Mises?
On today’s episode, Brittany and Connor talk about the legendary economist, Ludwig von Mises. Links: How to Teach Free Market Principles to Your Child Human Action Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: Hey Connor. Connor: So on our show, we have talked about economics a lot, and I remember in college, I took an […]
109. Why Are Local Politics So Important?
People like to make a big fuss over federal politics, but local politics is just as exciting and even more important. The actions taken by local governments have a bigger impact on your day to day life than national politics so it is exceedingly important to be informed and get involved. Links: SPN.org – State […]
108. What Is The Social Contract?
Are individuals living in civil society obligated to give up their liberty for the security of government? According to some people, yes. This belief that society forces us to exchange freedom for safety is centered on something called the “Social Contract,” and it’s a rather controversial topic. Links: Lessons from a Lemonade Stand Here’s a […]
107. Who Was Zora Neal Hurston?
History is filled with examples of courageous heroes who have defended liberty and stood up for what was right even when they faced great opposition. Today, Connor and Brittany talk about Zora Neal Hurston, one of the first female libertarians who helped pave the way for the movement we have today. Links: Isabel Paterson, Rose […]
106. Family-Friendly Movies with Liberty Themes
Today, Connor and Brittany discuss our favorite family friendly movies with liberty themes. Movies: Robin Hood Ghostbusters The Giver Tucker: The Man and His Dream Amazing Grace Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: Hey Connor. Connor: So, I like watching movies and there are certain movies that I’m a big fan of because I […]
105. Is Robin Hood a Hero or Socialist Villain?
The story of Robin Hood is a classic story many families know. Today, Connor and Brittany talk about this story in depth and explain why Robin Hood’s ” Rob the rich to feed the poor” mantra often gets him unfairly pegged as a socialist when he is, in fact, an individualist hero. Links: Robin Hood […]