121. What Can We Learn from The Greatest Showman?
The Greatest Showman might be a fun musical movie, but there are a lot of lessons we can learn from the film, including the power of entrepreneurship. Links: The Greatest Showman and the Beauty of the Entrepreneurial Spirit Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi, Connor. Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: So I just got back from Utah […]
120. How Can You Make Money as a Writer?
Love to write? Want to make money doing it? Both Connor and Brittany have been able to turn their love of writing into careers. Today they share some tips on building a fruitful career as a writer. Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: Hi, Connor. Connor: You and I were on a panel together […]
The “Vaccine Passport” Trojan Horse
This week, it was reported that the Biden Administration is developing a “Vaccine Passport.” News outlets claim this will come in the form of a scannable barcode showing proof of a vaccination or recent negative test. It could be used to enter planes, restaurants, concerts, sporting events, and the workplace. If you weren’t born with […]
119. Why Is The Gig Economy So Important?
From both the federal and state governments, the gig economy is under attack. But what is the gig economy and why is it so important? Links: Upwork Did California Just Kill the Gig Economy? Here’s a transcript of our conversation: Brittany: Hi Connor. Connor: Hey, Brittany. Brittany: So the workforce has changed a lot and the workforce meeting, […]
118. Is A Mask Mandate Constitutional?
The era of COVID, we are being told constantly to wear a mask. In fact, some places have even made laws forcing individuals to wear them. But are mask mandates really constitutional? Book: They Thought They Were Free Definitions: Decentralization: When control is distributed or spread out among many people instead of just one group […]
The Magical World of “Wage Gap” Myths
In America, you can sue people for a lot of reasons. But you can’t sue the law of supply and demand. At least, not effectively. Of course, silly old facts aren’t known for getting in the way of compelling cultural narratives. Enter soccer star Megan Rapinoe, who announced at the White House this week that […]
117. Why Are Capitalists Always the Villains?
Have you ever noticed how in many movies, the capitalists are always the bad guys? Why is the market always demonized while “socialism” and other “isms” are seen as virtuous? Definitions: Sins of omission: A “sin” or bad action that occurs because you fail to do something or perform an action. Example: Not forgiving a […]
Dr. Fauci Goes to Washington… And Gets a Kid’s Book Deal
It’s been a pretty great year for Anthony Fauci. Yeah, there’s the whole pandemic thing. Record unemployment, business shutdowns that went from “temporary” to permanent, kids set back years in their education by school closures… but Dr. Fauci has it better than ever. He’s enjoyed unlimited time in the spotlight, is the highest paid official […]
116. What Is The Sunk Cost Fallacy?
What happens when you continue a pursuit you’ve invested a lot of time in when that pursuit stops giving you meaning or value? Some people think you should stick with it, but this is a logical trap known as the “sunk cost fallacy.” Definition: Sunk Cost Fallacy: When a person or a business sticks with […]
115. What is Classical Liberalism?
Over the last several decades, the word “liberalism” has lost its meaning. In fact, it’s often associated with progressives. But before the term got hijacked, what did it really mean? Today, Connor and Brittany explain what “classical liberalism” means. Definitions: Classical Liberalism: Classical liberals believe in individual liberty, a small government, and believe that people […]