Let People Prosper
By Vance Ginn, Ph.D.
Let People ProsperApr 19, 2024
Government Handouts Threaten America's Future | This Week's Economy Ep. 57
- Why is Congress spending more on foreign affairs when we’re in a spending crisis?
- Are tariffs the best way to reduce trade deficits with other countries?
- How can Texas eliminate property taxes?
- Why are industrial policy and handouts to individuals or businesses doomed to fail?
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Why Don’t Government Projects Work with Dr. Kevin Kosar | Let People Prosper Ep. 92
Today, I am joined by Dr. Kevin Kosar, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) and writer of the foreword to the latest edition of Edward Banfield’s book, Government Project.
Kevin explains why government projects don’t work and the following:
Why does the federal government tax and spend so much?
How are some government projects better than others?
What should the future be of work?
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The Truth on Biden-Powell Stagflation Economy | This Week's Economy Ep. 56
In “This Week’s Economy” episode 56, I discuss the following and more in 10 minutes:
What did the latest jobs and inflation reports tell us about the Fed’s next steps?
How should states advance pro-growth policies?
Why did the Teamsters Union block autonomous vehicles in Kentucky?
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Why Full-Time Work Provides Meaning In Life with David Bahnsen | Let People Prosper Ep. 91
Today, I am joined by David Bahnsen, founder, managing partner, and chief investment officer of The Bahnsen Group and author of his latest book, Full-Time Work and the Meaning of Life.
David provides valuable insights on these issues and more on the following:
How does full-time work provide meaning in life?
What does the Bible say about work and a free and virtuous society?
How does the government create barriers to work, and how should we remove them?
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Fed's Inflation Fight Isn't Over | This Week's Economy Ep. 55
- What’s the latest on PCE inflation and real average weekly earnings, and the next steps for the Federal Reserve?
- What did the latest Q4:2023 data for GDP tell us?
- Which country’s people will Congress ban from buying property or selling goods and services from next? The latest on China…
- How is the Texas economy, and how does it relate to the U.S. economy?
- Should Texas expand Medicaid? I explain in a quote in the Texas Tribune.
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The TRUTH About Government’s Role in Social Capital with John Phelan | Let People Prosper Ep. 90
We discuss the following and more:
What is social capital, and why does it matter?
What should some states like MN, TX, and LA do differently, if anything?
Are there roles for the government to solve these problems?
John outlines the importance of social capital for people to flourish. Don’t miss this episode for more ways to let people prosper.
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How Government Influences Bridge Repairs and Minors on Social Media | This Week’s Economy Ep. 54
What should President Biden do about the tragedy at Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge?
Which countries hold most of our debt held by foreign countries? The answer will probably surprise you.
Why do some on the right want more government in our lives, including Florida Gov. DeSantis’ social media ban for minors?
Will school choice happen in Louisiana and Texas soon?
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Unlocking Opportunity: Reducing Licensing Burdens w Dr. Ed Timmons | Let People Prosper Ep. 89
Today, I am joined by Dr. Ed Timmons, the Service Associate Professor of Economics and Director of the Knee Regulatory Research Center at the John Chambers School of Business and Economics at West Virginia University.
Join us on Let People People Show Episode 89 as we discuss the following:
- What’s the purpose of government licenses for occupations.
- Costs and benefits of occupational licensing.
- Ways to get the government out of the way of work.
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Who’s Really To Blame for the Housing Affordability Crisis: Investors, Markets, or Governments?
- What’s up with the housing market?
- Will Louisiana be next to get universal school choice?
- Why can’t we treat people like people instead of pawns?
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Beat Debt and Inflation Crises With Rules: Government Is The Problem
Join us as we discuss the economic situation, the performance of monetary and fiscal policies, the importance of policy rules like his famous Taylor rule, and lessons in economic freedom.
With economic freedom and policy rules, we are unlikely to let people prosper.
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The SECRET of an Abundant Economy: Unlocking Work and Rest
In today’s This Week’s Economy episode 52, I discuss the benefits of economics, school choice, spending limits, abundance, vacations, and much more in 8 minutes!
I explain how abundance matters through a limited government that provides more rest and leisure.
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Top 5 Ways That Social Mobility Helps Americans
Join us as we discuss social mobility in the 50 states, Louisiana’s economic and population challenges, sound economics, and much more. This includes the lack of social mobility in Louisiana from too much government.
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The Truth about Super Tuesday and Biden’s SOTU
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Junk Fees: What Are They Good For?
Today, I am joined by the Center for Freedom and Prosperity’s President Dr. Dan Mitchell. Join us as we discuss the hype about junk fees, the excessive spending crisis, and much more.
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Supreme Court Hears Free Speech “Big Tech” Cases
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Busting Tax MYTHS
Today, we discuss:
1) Problems with OECD and global taxes;
2) Tax cliff coming in 2025 from many expiring TCJA provisions; and
3) Why a fiscal crisis without major spending reforms, how taxes influence human behavior, the truth about The Laffer Curve, and much more.
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Ten Reasons Why Free-Market Capitalism Triggers People
In today’s This Week’s Economy episode 49, I provide a trigger warning about my 10 unpopular views, housing deregulation, property taxes, Gen-Zers moving to Texas, and much more.
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What Can America Learn From Sweden About Big Government & Industrial Policy?
Today, we discuss:
1) Larson's experience growing up in Sweden during its economic collapse and Sweden's example of how big government can destroy the economy;
2) How America's welfare system is beginning to mimic Europe's; and
3) How increased taxes and increased spending decrease GDP growth and opportunities for young workers.
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The TRUTH Revealed about Unaffordable Health Care and Costly Shrinkflation
Thank you for listening to the 48th episode of "This Week's Economy." Today, I cover the following and more in 10 minutes:
1) National:
- CPI inflation hotter than expected + "shrinkflation" results from failed DC policies.
- Rules over discretion provide the best path forward to get our fiscal and economic houses in order, as I noted in my recent commentary at AIER-DC is broke: what does Hayek tell us about how to correct it?
- Health care costs are driving burdens on federal and household budgets. What can be done about them?
- Taxpayer funding of Ukraine, Israel, and other foreign affairs seems to be increasing again even as audits of the funds and extra funds aren’t available.
2) States:
- Texas politics are heating up as there is infighting between Republicans. When will they get their act together and return to leading by example and principles of free-market capitalism?
- Texas is the state export leader for the 21st year in a row with 23% of the nation’s exports from a state with 10% of US GDP, but there's still room to improve.
3) My Media Hits & Other:
- I will be in Las Vegas next week to speak at a conference by Health Care Administrators Association about the rising burden of health care.
- I’ll also be speaking at an upcoming health care conference by Global Health where I’ll interview Dr. Deane Waldman about the pros and cons of price transparency in health care.
- See this week’s LPP episode with Dr. Michael Strain on the national debt crisis, Trumpism, and why the American dream isn’t dead.
-Don’t miss the upcoming LPP episode with Dr. Sven Larson on how Europe compares with the U.S., and what should be done to avoid the malaise in Europe here.
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Populism, Inequality, & American Dream: Biggest Issues Facing the Nation?
Episode 83 is with Dr. Michael Strain, director of Economic Policy Studies and the Arthur F. Burns Scholar in Political Economy at the American Enterprise Institute.
Today, we discuss:
1) Why the American Dream is NOT dead, and much economic pessimism is overblown;
2) The problem with populism and its origins on both sides of the aisle; and
3) Reasons for optimism on wages, GDP, and much more.
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So Long, Social Security! CBO’s New Projections Show Dire Situation
Are Republicans and Democrats Causing America’s Fiscal Crisis? Will the 2024 Election Help?
Today, we discuss:
1) The myth of the rational voter and how politics has become a religion,
2) Why the U.S. is heading toward fiscal crisis because neither party will restrain spending; and
3) Why we need to spend less on education, the pros and cons of school choice, selfish reasons to have more kids, and open borders.
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Real Average Weekly Earnings Fall AGAIN: Can Americans Keep Up With Costs in 2024?
Would Friedrich Hayek DISAGREE w Conservatives Today? Protectionism, Immigration & More
Today, we discuss:
1) Friedrich Hayek’s early life, views, and economic influences;
2) The significance of some of Hayek’s iconic contributions to economics, such as the knowledge problem, spontaneous order, and free trade; and
3) What advice would Hayek have for our current economy, and would he be a conservative today?
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When Will Red States Like Texas Join the School Choice Revolution?
Thank you for listening to the 45th episode of "This Week's Economy." Today, I cover: 1) National:
DeSantis drops out of the race, and New Hampshire primary results put Trump and Haley fairly close, so what happens next?
Real GDP for Q4 2023 was up 3.3%, but the contribution of costly, unproductive government spending makes the real private GDP rate lower.
The stock market has been better under Trump than Biden through three years of their terms, but Trump can’t necessarily take the credit. Will he try?
Grocery prices have moderated but have still outpaced earnings since 2019; what does it mean to you?
Why the tax code shouldn’t serve as social engineering, but why does Congress try?
2) States:
National School Choice Week highlights which states need to provide universal education freedom. Is your state next?
My new paper with Sal Nuzzo of the James Madison Institute notes how Florida can reduce its sales tax burden, but will they do it?
State-level jobs report reveals that job growth is slow across most states, but Texas leads in job creation. How does your state do?
3) My Media Hits & Other:
- My recent commentary reveals what’s really going on in the labor market.
- My latest bonus LPP episode with Brad Swail of Texas Talks shares my thoughts on the economy, Texas, property taxes, immigration, and more.
- Last week’s LPP episode with Matt Mitchell reveals how Estonia is freer than the U.S.
- Set your alarms for Monday so you don’t miss my upcoming episode with Dr. Bruce Caldwell on Friedrich Hayek and much more. Please like this video, subscribe to the channel, share it on social media, and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com).
Is Texas Becoming Like California? TRUTH On State Spending, Property Taxes & More
Today, we discuss:
1) Why "largest property tax relief in Texas history” became the second biggest due to excessive state spending and how the Lone Star State can eliminate the property tax for good;
2) The problem with a mandated minimum wage and reckless spending at the state and federal levels and;
3) Policies Texas leaders and lawmakers should adopt to strengthen the Texas model.
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How Estonia Survived SOCIALISM & Embraced FREEDOM
Episode 80 is with Dr. Matthew Mitchell, senior fellow in the Centre for Economic Freedom at the Fraser Institute and author of the new book, “The Road to Freedom: Estonia’s Rise from Soviet Vassal State to One of the Freest Nations on Earth.”
Today, we discuss: 1) Estonia’s inspiring people-led overthrow of socialism and achieving independence; 2) How it became one of the most economically free nations in the world; and 3) What the U.S. can learn from Estonia about taxes, regulations, freedom, and more. Check out Dr. Mitchell's co-authored book on Estonia.
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Speech From Argentina President Milei Sets GLOBAL Example of FREEDOM
Will the NEW Sustainable Budget Make South Carolina the Next Big State?
Today, we discuss:
1) Why South Carolina was the fastest-growing state in 2023;
2) How SC leads the way in low supplemental poverty and abundant opportunities to prosper; and
3) Why the newly released 2025 SC Sustainable Budget would take South Carolina to the top.
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America's Health Care System is BROKEN. What Can Leaders Do?
Episode 79 is with Michael Cannon, director of health policy studies at Cato Institute and author of the informative, short book: “Recovery: A Guide to Reforming the U.S. Health Sector.”
Today, we discuss:
1) How U.S. health care evolved away from a free-market system and the importance of restoring control to doctors and patients;
2) How to reduce healthcare costs by reducing regulations; and
3) The importance of restraining government spending with a balanced budget by reducing health care costs.
Check out Michael's book: www.cato.org/blog/recovery-guide-reforming-us-health-sector
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Property Tax Relief Hits Texas: Will Texans Feel It?
Thank you for listening to the 43rd episode of "This Week's Economy." Today, I cover: 1) National: - Jobs report from last Friday looks good on the surface but weak under it - CPI inflation indicates it is heating up again, and real earnings are weak - GOP debate was too much infighting and not enough specificity, especially on spending - Trump v. Biden: Comparison after three years of both administrations 2) States: - Texas property tax relief isn’t being felt by many Texans, and the amount of tax relief will be much less because of excess state and local spending - Texas Policy Research Initiative launches and posts about the messy legislative process in Texas - New South Carolina Sustainable Budget for FY 2025 will pave a better path forward if followed 3) Other: - I'm now an associate research fellow at AIER; don’t miss my latest piece on how states are hurting people by raising their minimum wages - My website is newly updated; be sure to check that out as well - Don't miss the latest LPP podcast with Adam Thierer of R Street Institute on the technology revolution - Mark your calendars for Monday for a new podcast with Michael Cannon of Cato Institute on improving health care affordability, accessibility, and quality Please share this episode on social media, and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com).
How Is President Biden's Approach to AI a Dystopian Nightmare?
Today, we discuss:
1) What makes nations rich and how America has become the most prosperous nation on earth;
2) The importance of failure, freedom, and permissionless innovation; and
3) Why AI and technology must be embraced, and the issues with Biden's AI executive order.
Check out Adam's book: www.amazon.com/Evasive-Entrepreneurs-Innovation-Economies-Governments/dp/1948647761/ref
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This Week's Economic Eye Rolls: $34 Trillion Debt, Border Wall, & 22 States Raise Minimum Wages
Thank you for listening to the 42nd episode of "This Week's Economy." Today, I cover: 1) National: -Gross federal debt reaches $34 trillion -Immigration data shows there were more illegal immigrants than American births in August 2023 -Inflation updates and my thoughts on the policies presented by current GOP candidates 2) States: -22 states increased minimum wage, which is a bad idea -Important issues on the Texas Republican primary ballot -Key opportunities for welfare reform in states to lift people out of poverty 3) Other: -My two latest interviews with NTD News discussing interest rates potentially falling and what we can expect from this year's economy -My recent op-ed published at AIER about what America can learn from new Argentine President Javier Milei -My radio interview with Newell Normand on WWL NOLA on changes in the federal tax code in 2024 Please share this on social media and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com).
Did Mike Pence Avert a Housing Crisis During Lockdowns? His Former Chief Economist Explains
Episode 77 is with Dr. Mark Calabria, former chief economist for former Vice President Mike Pence, senior advisor at The Cato Institute, and author of “Shelter from the Storm: How a COVID Mortgage Meltdown Was Averted.” Today, we discuss: 1) Mark's lessons learned from working as Former Vice President Mike Pence's chief economist; 2) How he helped the nation avert a mortgage crisis during COVID and issues with pandemic policies and their ongoing impacts; and 3) Why 2019's economy was so successful and how to improve the state and federal governments in 2024. Check out Mark's book: https://www.cato.org/books/shelter-storm Please share this podcast on social media and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com).
How Should You Prepare for Economic Uncertainty in 2024?
Happy almost New Year! Please enjoy this FINAL podcast of the year, This Week's Economy episode 41.
Today, I cover my predictions for 2024's economy.
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Was the 2023 Economy Naughty or Nice? Former White House Chief Economist Tells All
Merry Christmas! In honor of this special day, I’m sharing the final Let People Prosper episode (ep. 76th) of the year. Today, I cover: -Economic highs and lows of 2023 and outlook for 2024 -Greatest hits of my podcast and business -My mission and vision for Let People Prosper Please share this episode on social media and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com).
This Week's Economic Eye Rolls: Bidenomics, Government Spending & Antitrust
Thank you for listening to the 40th episode of "This Week's Economy." Today, I cover: 1) National: -Why are 84% of Americans dissatisfied with the economy, according to a recent poll? -Why decoding core inflation numbers is crucial to understanding the real state of inflation -How real average weekly earnings are failing to keep up with inflation 2) States: -Multiple free-market think tanks across are helping to create key reforms such as in Louisiana, Michigan, Kansas, Tennessee, and more 3) Other: -What to expect on my podcast for the remainder of 2023 -Highlights of my business this year -How you can utilize my expertise in 2024 Please share this episode on social media and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com). Click the link to enter a giveaway for a complimentary subscription to my Substack newsletter and a free copy of "The Soul of Civility" by Lexi Hudson by simply making a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify so you can get all of the paid benefits: https://gleam.io/1TiJl/let-people-pro...
Will the U.S. Repeat Past War Mistakes with Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine?
Today, we discuss:
1) The economic impact of war and the long and variable consequences of engaging in it;
2) What Friedrich Hayek's principle of "fatal conceit" reveals about America's involvement with war; and
3) The truth about terrorism, what the U.S. got wrong with Afghanistan and Iraq, and Chris' thoughts of how Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas-Palestine can be at peace.
Check out Chris' book, "In Search of Monsters to Destroy": www.independent.org/store/book.asp?id=140
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Economic Reality Check: What Do Falling Mortgage Rates & Jobs+Inflation Signal for the 2024 Economy?
Today, I cover:
1) National:
-Why the new U.S. jobs report is not as strong as some say
-Inflation rates have moderated but still remain well above the Fed’s 2% target
-Federal Reserve paused again with its federal funds rate target in the range of 5.25-5.5%, supporting a boost in the stock market and likely lower mortgage rates
2) States:
-Sustainable Colorado Budget was released that I authored with Ben Murrey at Independence Institute, which provides a path forward for the Centennial state to return to its TABOR roots and buy down the income tax
-School choice challenges face Texas as many state leaders are against it
3) Other:
-Don't miss my latest LPP episode with Jennifer Huddleston discussing problems with regulating technology, including AI
-One of my latest op-eds argues why China is not our biggest threat
-Argentina's new president makes significant strides that could set an example for the U.S.
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Is Being Big Bad? Are Antitrust Accusations of “Big Tech,” “Big Sandwich,” and Others Warranted?
1) What is the proper role of government in regulating or adapting to technological advancements;
2) Pros and cons of restricting AI, and why antitrust accusations are on the rise, specifically targeting “big tech,” and;
3) What you should know about government regulation on social media for minors, and how parents can be empowered to facilitate social media use in the home.
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Does New Data Support that Bidenomics is Working? Former White House Chief Economist Tells All
Click the link to enter a giveaway for a complimentary subscription to my Substack newsletter and a free book by simply making a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify so you can get all of the paid benefits: https://gleam.io/1TiJl/let-people-prosper-substack-newsletter-subscription. Thank you for listening to the 38th episode of "This Week's Economy." Today, I cover: 1) National: - What is Americans' biggest concern and is Bidenomics making it worse? - What do the latest state and national GDP data show - Was The Atlantic’s claim that you're at fault for inflation true? - Why did my tweet about Biden’s job market claims make the community page? - What’s up with a carbon tariff? 2) States: - What does a comparison between Florida and California reveal about policy? - What should Texas do about School Choice and its $20 billion rainy day fund? - How could a conservative state budget take Iowa to the top? 3) Other: - What did I learn from attending the Meant for More Summit by the American Enterprise Institute and The Alliance for Opportunity about preventing poverty? - Highlights from my recent podcast episode with Dr. Gale Pooley - Sneak peek of Monday's episode with Jennifer Huddleston on tech regulation, antitrust, and social media.
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Busting Big Economic MYTHS: "Time = Money," Income Inequality, AI Regulation & More
1) The state of abundance in America and how we compare to other countries;
2) How government interference through regulations and subsidies are restricting healthcare, education, and entrepreneurs; and
3) Why AI should be embraced, not feared, and money is not our most valuable economic asset.
If you found today's discussion valuable, be sure to check out Gale's book: www.cato.org/books/superabundance
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Inflation and GDP and Texas...Oh My! Hot Insights You Must Know
Click here to enter the giveaway for a complimentary subscription to the paid version of my newsletter by simply filling out the information at the link and providing a review on either Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Don’t miss this opportunity, as I am now providing more valuable insights in a paid part of each newsletter. Thank you for listening to the 37th episode of "This Week's Economy." Today, I cover: 1) National: New GDP and inflation rates may appear promising but reveal many weaknesses, and Bidenomics exacerbates the federal spending problem; 2) States: School choice is all but officially dead in Texas but appears to be coming to Tennesse, and Texas, Louisiana, and half of all states lost jobs in October, revealing opportunities for improvement, and more people are migrating to red states; and 3) Other: I had President of FREOPP Avik Roy on a recent podcast episode and I presented at the Houston Chapter of the American Institute for Economic Research’s Bastiat Society. Please like this video, subscribe to the channel, share it on social media, and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com).
What Am I Grateful for this Thanksgiving? + Special Giveaway!
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Thank you for listening to the 36th episode of "This Week's Economy." Please share this video on social media and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com). In today's episode, I celebrate Thanksgiving by expressing my earnest gratitude for all the blessings in my life, including all the podcast listeners and share a limited-time special giveaway in honor of that. Next week on Monday and Friday, I will be back with more podcasts, including an episode with Avik Roy.
Can Freedom Conservatism Fix America's Big Problems?
Avik and I discuss the following and more:
1) America's biggest economic issues today pushing it toward fiscal insolvency and how to address them with Freedom Conservatism;
2) Why free enterprise and liberty are central to lifting people out of poverty, and how to expand both; and
3) The importance of minimizing the government's role at the federal and state levels, issues with populism and the National Conservatism movement, and the “Cost of Thriving.”
If you found today's discussion valuable, be sure to check out this insightful essay by James Patterson as mentioned by Avik lawliberty.org/the-realignment-that-wasnt/ and visit FREOPP's website: freopp.org/
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Was Jesus a Socialist? Christian Libertarian Weighs In
Episode 71 is with Dr. Norman Horn, president of the Libertarian Christian Institute. Dr. Horn and I discuss the following and more: 1) How individual liberty and free markets provide abundant ways to glorify God; 2) Whether or not Jesus would be socialist and what the role of government and churches should be in caring for "the least of these”; and 3) Encouragement for Christians in their careers, reasons for optimism for the future, and separating conservative politics from Christianity. Check out Dr. Horn's recent co-authored book, "Faith Seeking Freedom" by clicking the link: https://www.amazon.com/Faith-Seeking-Freedom-Libertarian-Christian-ebook/dp/B08LDZMP8M/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1699917646&refinements=p_27%3ADr.+Norman+Horn&s=books&sr=1-1 Please like this video, subscribe to the channel, share it on social media, and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com).
China: Threatening World Superpower or Struggling Nation? The Truth May Surprise You
Thank you for listening to the 35th episode of "This Week's Economy," where I briefly recap and share my insights on key economic and policy news. Please share this on social media and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com). Today, I cover: 1) National: New CPI report shows that inflation has moderated but the Fed must do more to cut its balance sheet, why American concern about China may be overblown, the DOJ's Jonathan Kanter pushes radical antitrust, and new findings about the costly Green Energy Agenda; 2) States: Texas continues its fourth special session of the year with School Choice for all in limbo, and a new report from the Tax Foundation reveals which states are thriving and others that have plummeted in business tax climate rankings; and 3) Other: A recap of my recent episode with President of the National Taxpayers Union Pete Sepp, sneak peek of an upcoming episode with President of the Libertarian Christian Insititute Dr. Norman Horn, and reflections from my 42nd birthday last week about letting people prosper.
Biden’s AI Regulations Will Hurt Your Future. True or False? You Decide…
We discuss:
-Predatory practices of the government and IRS, and the importance of protecting taxpayers and restraining government spending.
-The costly tradeoffs of recent antitrust lawsuits, such as the cases against Google and Amazon, and how they threaten capitalism and consumers; and
-Potential consequences of Biden’s AI regulation and whether or not this technology threatens us and jobs.
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I Can't Believe the Presidential Debate Did Not Mention This...
Thank you for listening to the 34th episode of "This Week's Economy," where I briefly recap and share my insights on key economic and policy news. Please share this episode on social media and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com). Today, I cover: 1) National: The pressing issues missing from the most recent presidential debate, how President Biden's new executive order will affect the AI industry, interesting findings from The Fraser Institute's new Economic Freedom of North America Report, and how Sam Bankman-Fried's guilty verdict could impact digital currencies; 2) States: Which ballot items from Texas' latest election passed and how the results will impact the Lone Star State's future; and 3) Other: My exciting podcast episode with Dr. Carlos Carvalho featuring insights on what caused Brazil's hyperinflation and my upcoming episode with Pete Sepp, president of National Taxpayers Union.
How Growing Up With Hyperinflation in Brazil Changed How Carlos Carvalho Sees Economics
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We discuss:
1) Economic lessons that Dr. Carvalho learned living in Brazil during the 80s while the nation suffered from hyperinflation and how it relates to current overspending by Congress in the U.S.;
2) The importance of federalism and letting markets work; and
3) How the pandemic was mishandled and the importance of understanding tradeoffs.