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Can we learn to make smarter choices? Listen in as host Katy Milkman--behavioral scientist, Wharton professor, and author of How to Change--shares stories of high-stakes decisions and what research reveals they can teach us. Choiceology, an original podcast from Charles Schwab, explores the lessons of behavioral economics to help you improve your judgment and change for good. Season 1 of Choiceology was hosted by Dan Heath, bestselling author of Made to Stick and Switch. Podcasts are for inf ...
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We are living through a paradigm shift from trickle-down neoliberalism to middle-out economics — a new understanding of who gets what and why. Join zillionaire class-traitor Nick Hanauer and some of the world’s leading economic and political thinkers as they explore the latest thinking on how the economy actually works.
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Containers is an 8-part audio documentary about how global trade has transformed the economy and ourselves. Host and correspondent Alexis Madrigal leads you through the world of ships and sailors, technology and tugboats, warehouses and cranes. At a time when Donald Trump is threatening to toss out the global economic order, Containers provides an illuminating, deep, and weird look at how capitalism actually works now.
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Is capitalism the engine of destruction or the engine of prosperity? On this podcast we talk about the ways capitalism is—or more often isn’t—working in our world today. Hosted by Vanity Fair contributing editor, Bethany McLean and world renowned economics professor Luigi Zingales, we explain how capitalism can go wrong, and what we can do to fix it. Cover photo attributions: https://www.chicagobooth.edu/research/stigler/about/capitalisnt. If you would like to send us feedback, suggestions f ...
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Hosted by David Beckworth of the Mercatus Center, Macro Musings pulls back the curtain on the important macroeconomic issues of the past, present, and future.
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The Brainy Business | Understanding the Psychology of Why People Buy | Behavioral Economics
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Consumers are weird. They don't do what they say they will do and don't act how we think they "should." Enter Melina Palmer, a sales conversion expert with a personal mission to make your business more effective and brain friendly. In this podcast, Melina will take the complex concepts of behavioral economics (the study and science of why people buy - or not) and provide simple, actionable tips you can apply right away in your business. Whether you're a small business or thriving corporation ...
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Conversations and audio documentaries exploring a wide variety of themes pertaining to economics and politics, hosted by Della Z Duncan and Robert R. Raymond
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The Mises Institute, founded in 1982, is an educational institution devoted to advancing Austrian economics, freedom, and peace in the classical-liberal tradition. Our website offers many thousands of free books and thousands of hours of audio and video, along with the full run of rare journals, biographies, and bibliographies of great economists.
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Capitalism is the hidden economic wiring which puts money and markets at the centre of our lives. This collection of programmes includes David Grossman’s story of the explosive growth of modern capitalist power told in 10 parts - The New Age of Capitalism - plus many others.
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Commercializing Space (Part 2): From Frontier to Marketplace
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Part two of Disruptors x CDL: The Innovation Era continues with a focus on how space technology is transitioning from exploration to commercial viability. John Stackhouse and Sonia Sennik are joined by aerospace leaders Christine Tovee, former CTO of Airbus Group North America, and Mina Mitry, CEO of Kepler Communications. The episode examines the …
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Bond vigilantes. Who they are, what they want, and how you'll know they're coming
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As Wall Street investors divine what a second Trump administration might mean for markets, there's talk of a new gang in town: the bond vigilantes. On today's show, where they came from, what they want, and how to tell when they're about to spring into action. Related episodes: Trying to solve the mystery of big bond yields What the 'bonkers' bond …
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Is Germany's economic power under threat?
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Germany's economic dominance as Europe's biggest economy is in danger. A new book argues that the weaknesses have been brewing for decades, leaving Germany over-reliant on Russian gas, too focused on old industries and unable to adapt to the digital realities of the 21st century. Guest: Wolfgang Munchau, former Financial Times associate editor, and…
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Why are humans going back to the Moon, and is there really life on Mars?
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Space is back! No longer the reserve of a couple of superpowers, an increasing number of countries are getting involved, and the private sector is playing a greater role than ever. On this episode, NASA Chief Economist Alexander MacDonald talks about plans to return to the Moon, and Pascale Ehrenfreund, president of the Committee on Space Research,…
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Irish house prices and jobs are still booming.
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Irish employment is still growing - at another all-time high. Not unrelatedly, house prices are also booming. UK farmers are protesting about inheritance taxation. What are the issues and do they have wider resonance? Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-other-hand-with-jim.power-and-chris.johns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…
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Gautam Adani indicted by American prosecutors; Ukraine’s growing arsenal, and more
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Gautam Adani—India’s second-richest man—and seven other Indian businessmen were charged by American prosecutors with securities and wire fraud in connection to a solar-energy project.
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This week, we're connecting the dots between the Irish electoral cycle, immigration, and the global aftershocks of Trumpism. Ireland’s housing crisis, surging immigration, and emigration of young talent all tell a story of a country grappling with rapid change—but are the political elites ready to face the challenge? We discuss how immigration fuel…
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Bitcoin Bull Howard Lutnick for Commerce Secretary
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NLW covers the latest in pro-crypto appointments. Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick isn't heading to Treasury, and will instead be Secretary of Commerce. Plus the latest rumors on the Treasury Role and the SEC. Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: https://pod.link/1438693620 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nathanielwhittemo…
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Bitcoin Bull Howard Lutnick for Commerce Secretary
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NLW covers the latest in pro-crypto appointments. Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick isn't heading to Treasury, and will instead be Secretary of Commerce. Plus the latest rumors on the Treasury Role and the SEC. Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: https://pod.link/1438693620 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nathanielwhittemo…
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447. The Hive Mind at Work: Transforming Organizations with Dr. Siobhan McHale
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In this episode of The Brainy Business podcast, Melina Palmer welcomes Dr. Siobhan McHale, author of The Hive Mind at Work. Siobhan's fascination with bees from her childhood in Southern Ireland led her to explore human ecosystems and the power of group intelligence in transforming workplaces. With over 30 years of experience, she has guided leader…
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Clothing retailers were foiled by unpredictable weather this fall: October was the second warmest on record, and now stores are sitting on a lot of extra cold-weather inventory. What will they do about it? Plus: Comcast spins off most of its cable network channels, a violin maker talks tariffs, and an author tells us about “The Nvidia Way,” the chi…
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CNBC Markets Now provides a look at the day's market moves with commentary and analysis from Michael Santoli, CNBC Senior Markets Commentator.
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Comcast said it plans to turn its cable networks, including CNBC and MSNBC, into a new, separate company. We’ll get into why it could be a sign of what’s to come in the media industry. And, the Joe Biden administration is shifting into overdrive trying to spend money intended to boost microchip manufacturing before President-elect Donald Trump retu…
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END OF AN ERA: Comcast's NBC to SPIN-OFF MSNBC, CNBC & Oprah’s Network
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Trish Regan predicted this would happen! News today that NBC Universal will be spun off as a separate company. MSNBC’s days really are numbered. And you wonder why Joe & Mike made the desperate visit to Mar-a-Lago over the weekend? The spin-off of their network was inevitable! Trish Regan has inside intel on what the deal means not only for these n…
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END OF AN ERA: Comcast's NBC to SPIN-OFF MSNBC, CNBC & Oprah’s Network
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Trish Regan predicted this would happen! News today that NBC Universal will be spun off as a separate company. MSNBC’s days really are numbered. And you wonder why Joe & Mike made the desperate visit to Mar-a-Lago over the weekend? The spin-off of their network was inevitable! Trish Regan has inside intel on what the deal means not only for these n…
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Fir tree-killing insect found in the Midwest; beneficial bugs lauded in new book
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An aphid-like insect that attacks and kills evergreens is in Michigan and likely to reach Wisconsin. Entomologist Phil Pellitteri explains. Then we talk to “Insect Epiphany” author and UW-La Crosse […]
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13 top leaders from IKEA, Microsoft and more share the advice they're grateful for
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What's a piece of advice that changed you for the better? In this special episode of Meet The Leader, top leaders from Microsoft, to IKEA to the International Monetary Fund and more share the feedback that was so meaningful and compelling they'd applied it throughout their careers. Learn the tough moments and powerful feedback that led to turning p…
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Thursday 21st November 2024 NAB Markets Research Disclaimer Financial Services Guide | Information on our services - NAB There’s no been much in the way of data to give markets any direction. Ahead of the NVIDIA results equities were trading lower, with the US dollar up slightly, and no big moves in oil. Phil asks NAB’s Tapas Strickland why there w…
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The long view of economics and immigration (Two Indicators)
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Mass deportations. What would actually happen—economically—if the President-elect follows through on promises to deport millions of people from America. We don't have to guess. Today we have two stories from Planet Money's daily podcast, The Indicator. First, the story from another time the US cracked down on immigration with the expressed intent o…
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Patriot Radio News Hour with your hosts Joe Jaquint and Jason Walker, believe in educating everyone when it comes to protecting your wealth. If it’s through our radio show, our website, the podcast, we’re always providing news that “comforts the disturbed” and “disturbs the comfortable.” Tune in and gain valuable insight on current events and gold …
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Irish companies are already preparing for impact of Trump’s tariffs
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Donald Trump’s stance on imports coming into the US could have very real implications for Irish transatlantic trade. September proved to be a record month for Irish exports, as well as a record level of exports going to the US. This underlines the importance of a market that could be jeopardised if the president-elect follows through on his promise…
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2025 outlook: Will tailwinds trump tariffs?
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As the global economy comes off of another year of relatively strong growth in 2024, new and important variables are now in the mix with the election of Donald Trump and the Republican sweep of Congress. So can this solid performance continue amid the policy shifts ahead, and what might be the implications for markets? In this episode, Jan Hatzius,…
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Episode 406: Words & Numbers Live: After the Election
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Get Your Copy of Cooperation and Coercion Now! http://www.cooperationandcoercion.com See More Ant and James! http://www.wordsandnumbers.org Show Your Support for Words & Numbers at Patreon https://www.patreon.com/wordsandnumbers Clark Neily https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00E93GZCG Phil Magness https://www.amazon.com/stores/Phillip%20W.%20Mag…
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Trump’s Immigration Plans: The Good and the Bad
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One does not need to be an advocate of open borders to have concerns when one hears about a federal law enforcement agency engaging in a “crackdown.”See also "A Free-Market Guide to Trump’s Immigration Crackdown" at https://mises.org/mises-wire/free-market-guide-trumps-immigration-crackdownBe sure to follow the Loot and Lobby podcast at https://Mis…
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Consumer Talk: Black Friday specials – how to avoid the scams
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Amy speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about Black Friday specials and how to avoid falling for scams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk
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DT #525 AI For Economic Developers With Aaron Brossoit CEO – Golden Shovel Agency
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Dennis is joined by Aaron Brossoit, CEO of the Golden Shovel Agency, to talk about AI for economic developers. Aaron and Golden Shovel Agency are at the leading edge of implementing AI. Aaron helps AI neophyte Dennis better understand AI and how economic development professionals can use it. Be sure to check out Aaron's avatar below, which speaks m…
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Up and atom: can Trump stop Iranian nukes?
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Donald Trump tore up America’s nuclear deal with Iran in his first term. What will he do when he becomes president again? The pushy tactics China’s government uses to press women to have more children (10:24). And the sneaker wars get more competitive (18:06). Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—…
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Up and atom: can Trump stop Iranian nukes?
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Donald Trump tore up America’s nuclear deal with Iran in his first term. What will he do when he becomes president again? The pushy tactics China’s government uses to press women to have more children (10:24). And the sneaker wars get more competitive (18:06). Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—…
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With decades of hindsight, the peaceful end of the Cold War seems to have been inevitable. But in the early 1980s, most experts believed the Soviet Union was strong and stable, and would last into the next century. Ronald Reagan entered the White House with no certainty of what would happen next, only an overriding faith in democracy and an abiding…
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UN and beyond: China's expanding global role
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In this episode of The Sound of Economics, Yuyun Zhan invites Alicia García-Herrero, Théo Storella and Moritz Rudolf to delve into China's evolving role in the United Nations and its broader global governance strategy. They explore the initiatives shaping China's influence in the United Nations, such as the Belt and Road Initiative and the Global C…
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How Magic Johnson's Starbucks created new neighborhood businesses
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There's been a lot of research showing how third spaces — a place that isn't the home nor the workplace — have brought communities together, even catalyzed revolutions. New research shows that coffee shops in particular could be key to sparking new businesses, too. Today on the show, caffeine-fueled entrepreneurship. We go back a few decades for th…
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At least half of America is elated with its new choice of President. Money is already flowing into the country, with early gains on the NYSE and the dollar shooting higher in value. Tariffs will be front and centre early in the new Presidency, with Trump describing Tariffs as “a beautiful word” recently. But will it have the intended effect. Could …
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Bitcoin: The Biggest Bubble of Them All - Ep 992
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Bitcoin hits new highs; MicroStrategy's risky Bitcoin investments; Trump's impact; misallocation in crypto; China's strategic investments; UK labor rights. Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at https://netsuite.com/gold Get $10 off your first month’s subscription + free shipping at https://nutrafol.com when you use promo code GOLD …
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The uninsurables: how climate change is pricing people out of home insurance
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More frequent and severe disasters are sending insurance costs through the roof, creating a north-south divide in Australia. On this episode of Follow the Money, Walkley Award-winning journalist Stephen Long joins Alice Grundy to discuss climate change, skyrocketing premiums and serious impact they’re having on inequality. This discussion was recor…
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History’s Sobering Warning About America’s Future and Reflections on Year of Elections
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On our final episode of Voternomics, Peter Turchin, author of End Times: Elites, Counter-Elites and the Path of Political Disintegration, joins Bloomberg head of government and economics coverage Stephanie Flanders, The Readout newsletter’s Allegra Stratton and Bloomberg Opinion columnist Adrian Wooldridge with some sobering predictions for America…
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The Latest Chapter in the Bakkt Saga Lies with DJT
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Bakkt launched in 2018 and was supposed to be the great crypto institutional hope. After a few years of doing not much, it went public via SPAC in 2021. It's share price has subsequently fallen 96%. And yet it's now up huge on news that the company is looking to be acquired by Trump Media Group. Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: http…
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The Latest Chapter in the Bakkt Saga Lies with DJT
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Bakkt launched in 2018 and was supposed to be the great crypto institutional hope. After a few years of doing not much, it went public via SPAC in 2021. It's share price has subsequently fallen 96%. And yet it's now up huge on news that the company is looking to be acquired by Trump Media Group. Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: http…
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Private equity’s appetite for restaurants
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Blackstone just bought a majority stake in Jersey Mike’s, a sub shop with 3,000 locations. Surprised? Don’t be. Since the pandemic started, private equity has been gobbling up restaurants, especially fast-casual ones. But struggling chains and sit-down establishments can also be attractive investments. We’ll chew on why. Also in this episode: Homeb…
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Today we’re talking about American exceptionalism: the idea that the United States is a uniquely virtuous nation and a “shining city on a hill.” It’s a belief that’s long shaped how the U.S. acts on the global stage and how Americans see themselves, the economy and democracy. In the aftermath of the U.S. presidential election, many Americans are qu…
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There are numerous critics of the Austrian School of economics, but when their disparagements are closely examined, the so-called experts themselves are wrong. Austrians can do a better job of setting the record straight. Original article: Answering the Confused Critics of Austrian Economics
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One of the important points made by Carl Menger in his 1871 Principles is that people ordinally rank their preferences, valuing some things more than others. While this seems to be a common-sense principle, it actually has important implications for economic theory. Original article: Why People Pay Higher Prices for Some Goods Relative to Others…
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Long before there was Alan Greenspan to turn the Federal Reserve into Casino Central, there was John Law, France's minister of finance. Original article: The Birth of “Irrational Exuberance”
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Kamala Harris claims that she simply wants food prices to be lower. However, her de facto price fixing scheme would create food shortages and raise the real price of food. Of course, when that happens, Harris simply will blame capitalism. Original article: Kamala Harris’s Price-Fixing Scheme Would Lead to Food Shortages…
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Had Republicans not vastly expanded federal criminal law during the infamous Wall Street prosecutions 40 years ago, lawfare would not have become such a potent political weapon. Original article: If Republicans Are Against Lawfare, They Shouldn’t Have Unleashed It
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In this review of Scott Horton's book, Enough Already, we see that the wars the US has waged for the past quarter century in the Middle East have been a disaster. Millions of deaths and a massive refugee crisis later, the unmistakable verdict is in. Original article: Ten Lessons on US Foreign Policy from Enough Already…
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David Gordon takes another look at Thomas Nagel's Equality and Partiality. While he finds some of Nagel's arguments appealing, they still are inferior to Murray Rothbard's systematic interpretation of natural rights. Original article: Nagel on Libertarianism and Other Things
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TRUMP TRIUMPHS: Witch Hunt Collapses! Fani & Letitia on the Brink
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-New York's Witch Hunt Case Against Trump Gets Destroyed! Join Trish Regan LIVE for the breaking story. Plus, Embarrassing Tape of MSNBC “Grifter” Joe Scarborough with Al Sharpton Reveals TRUE MOTIVE For Begging Trump’s Forgiveness MSNBC Hosts Lament Lack of Relevance as Advertisers Come Grovelling Back to Elon’s X Nancy Mace Demands OWN Bathroom W…
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TRUMP TRIUMPHS: Witch Hunt Collapses! Fani & Letitia on the Brink
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-New York's Witch Hunt Case Against Trump Gets Destroyed! Join Trish Regan LIVE for the breaking story. Plus, Embarrassing Tape of MSNBC “Grifter” Joe Scarborough with Al Sharpton Reveals TRUE MOTIVE For Begging Trump’s Forgiveness MSNBC Hosts Lament Lack of Relevance as Advertisers Come Grovelling Back to Elon’s X Nancy Mace Demands OWN Bathroom W…
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Travel: Road trip to Wisconsin’s coastal towns; Cruises and tropical vacations
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First, we talk about the book “Wisconsin Harbor Towns” with travel writer Lori Helke. Then, we get advice on cruises and tropical vacations with Kari Mullikin, a travel agent and […]
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Markets nervous as Russia drops the N word (again)
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Wednesday 20th November 2024 NAB Markets Research Disclaimer Financial Services Guide | Information on our services - NAB There as a certain amount of nervousness as Ukraine fired into Russian territory overnight and Russia revised its so-called Nuclear Doctrine, which lowers the requirements for a nuclear strike on a foreign power. But NAB’s Ray A…
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