The warfare state deforms the economy in ways most Americans don’t realize. I discussed the topic in this episode with Scott Horton. Book Discussed The Pentagon vs. the Economy (free) About the Guest Scott Horton, managing director of the Libertarian Institute , is the host of Antiwar Radio on KPFK 90.7 FM in… Read More
Ep. 1690 Dave Smith on the Present Insanity
Comedian and podcaster Dave Smith joins me for a review of what’s been happening in the world, including media atrocities, school so-called reopenings, and why no president can “unify the country.” Guest’s Podcast Part Of The Problem Guest’s Comedy Special Libertas Guest’s Website ComicDaveSmith.com Guest’s Twitter @ComicDaveSmith Free Resources! 1) Free guide… Read More
Ep. 1689 Scott Horton on the “Russian Bounties” Story
Scott Horton joins us to discuss whether we have reason to believe that the Russians placed “bounties” on the heads of American troops in Afghanistan, and also to review recent U.S. policy toward Russia. Related Links “ The Russian Bounties Hoax ““ Charlie Savage, NYT, CIA Climb Down From Russia Bounties Hoax ““ The New Cold War With Russia Is All America’s Fault “ About the Guest Scott Horton,… Read More
Ep. 1688 The Problem with Lincoln?
Tom DiLorenzo, recently retired as a professor at Loyola University Maryland, joins us to discuss a side of Abraham Lincoln most Americans have never heard. Sponsor With thousands of five-star reviews, Hydrant is a delicious and refreshing way to get and stay hydrated. Take 25%… Read More
Ep. 1687 Apocalypse Never: Why Environmental Alarmism Hurts Us All
Michael Shellenberger joins me to discuss his new book, Apocalypse Never: Why Environmental Alarmism Hurts Us All. Sponsor At PolicyGenius.com , you can get quotes and compare rates on life insurance, disability insurance, renters insurance, and health insurance. It’s easy! Check it out: PolicyGenius.com . Book Discussed… Read More
Ep. 1686 The Real Meaning of Independence Day, with Kevin Gutzman
What is Independence Day really all about? Certainly more than just the sleep-inducing “no taxation without representation.” James Madison biographer Kevin Gutzman joins me for the real story. Plus: why you shouldn’t pull down statues of George Washington. Guests’ Website KevinGutzman.com Guests’ Twitter @KevinGutzman Guest’s Books James Madison and the Making of America Thomas Jefferson, Revolutionary: A Radical’s Struggle to Remake America by… Read More
Ep. 1685 The Mob Claims Another One
Steve Hsu is professor of theoretical physics at Michigan State University. Until recently, he was vice president for research and graduate studies. Despite over 1000 letters on his behalf including from top academics like Harvard’s Steven Pinker, the administration caved to a Twitter mob and asked for… Read More
Ep. 1684 Welcome to Leftist America
In this episode I talk about the new America, in which we freely call people “white supremacists” (Paul Krugman just used the term to refer to all elderly people in Florida), dissident voices are suppressed and humiliated, and lessons in tolerance are given by people who… Read More
Ep. 1683 Should We Panic About Texas and COVID?
Texas, Florida, and Arizona have the usual suspects up to their usual doomsday scenarios. Should we really be concerned? Related Link Wondering what’s really happening in Texas? Here’s the email, from a senior executive at a Texas ER chain that sees thousands of patients a… Read More
Ep. 1682 Cuomo and de Blasio Lockdown Regimes Smacked by Judge
The Thomas More Society’s Christopher Ferrara just won a major victory over the governor of New York and the mayor of New York City with a ruling by Federal District Judge Gary L. Sharpe that strikes down limitations on religious gatherings that are more onerous… Read More
