Recent Podcast Episodes
Socialists and Other Grotesque Ingrates
Tom Woods presents the opening lecture of Mises University 2018.
15. Lethal Regulation: The 1962 FDA Amendments
Dr. Mary Ruwart discusses the unintended consequences of the 1962 amendments to the FDA.
Allen Mendenhall on our Hyper-Political Supreme Court
Allen Mendenhall and Jeff Deist discuss why the Supreme Court won't save us from a rapacious federal government.
The First Battle of Bull Run, Part 3: Matthews Hill
The morning hours of the First Battle of Bull Run concentrated on Matthews Hill, where the outflanked Confederates tried desperately to hold their ground.
14. EBM “India-style” with Dr. Anupam Singh
Dr. Anupam Singh offers a sound and intelligent perspective on the proper role of clinical trials and clinical judgment in medical care.
Who is Philip Wicksteed?
G.P. Manish highlights the life and work of theologian and scholar Philip Wicksteed (1844–1927).
Daniel Lacalle on Why Central Banks are Trapped
Jeff Deist and Daniel Lacalle discuss what rising interest rates will mean, and why academics and bankers are so clueless about the monetary side of financial markets.
The First Battle of Bull Run, Part 2: Blackburn’s Ford
Three days before the major battle, regiments from the Army of Northeastern Virginia and the Army of the Potomac skirmish on the southeastern point of the Manassas battle site.
Who is Frédéric Bastiat?
The life and work of the 19th century economist and statesman, Claude-Frédéric Bastiat (1801–1850), are highlighted by Guido Hülsmann.
13. A buffet of Blood Pressure Guidelines
Anish Koka and Michel Accad have fun discussing the controversies about blood pressure guidelines with guest Dr. Swapnil Hiremath.
Jacob Huebert on a Libertarian Victory at the Supreme Court
Jacob Huebert and Jeff Deist break down the libertarian perspective on Janus vs. AFSCME.
The First Battle of Bull Run, Part 1: Hoke’s Run
Chris Calton tells the story of the Army of the Shenandoah and the Army of Pennsylvania, leading up to the First Battle of Bull Run.
Who is Richard Cantillon?
Richard Cantillon (1680–1734) was perhaps the most important and influential economist of all time, though few people have ever heard of him.
12. John Mandrola: The Case for “Less-Is-More”
What is the best way to curtail unwarranted therapies? Should there be more top down regulations or is it possible that more health care freedom will lead to less utilization?
Caitlin Long: Will Blockchain Free Us from Wall Street?
Caitlin Long explains how blockchain technology might blow up the financial service and banking industries.
War Comes to Virginia
The war in Virginia begins with a few minor skirmishes following the Union occupation of Alexandria and Arlington.
Who is Juan de Mariana?
Lucas Engelhardt explains the many contributions of an early precursor to not only the Austrian School but to the whole of economic thought.
11. The Case Against Shared Decision-Making
Shared decision-making has become a sacred cow of medical ethics almost overnight. Anish Koka and Michel Accad review the history of this concept and why it is contrary to a sound doctor-patient relationship.
Ryan McMaken: Why Breaking Up is Hard to Do
Ryan McMaken and Jeff Deist discuss the California ballot measure that would split the Golden State into three distinct parts.