The “Homo Economicus” Straw Man
To understand the marketplace, it is not necessary to believe in the existence of a selfish, profit-maximizing human.
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The Emergence of Grant, Part 1: Finding the Gateway
Chris Calton details Ulysses S. Grant's early actions in the Civil War.
61. The Ups and Downs of Drug Prices: An Economist’s View
Drug pricing seems to be an irrational and incomprehensible aspect of our economy. Healthcare economist Amitabh Chandra offers some clarity on the matter.
14. Murphy on Parables, Lizard People, and Good vs. Evil
Bob gives the context for his children’s book The Three Lads and the Lizard King, and covers a wide range of related issues.
60. Three Cardios Talk Keto
Dr. Ethan Weiss, an accomplished clinician-scientist, discusses what led him from the lab bench to an interest in dietary interventions.
The Battle of the Ironclads, Part 5: Iron versus Iron
Chris Calton details the first ever battle between two ironclad warships.
59. When Opinion Becomes Crime: Doctors and Medical Fraud
Defense attorneys Kyle Clark and Andrew George shed light on the legal procedures, tactics, and tricks that can send physicians to federal prison.
13. Dave Smith on Comedy, the Fed, Fatherhood, and Faith
Bob Murphy and Dave Smith discuss the theory and practice of comedy, Dave’s discovery of Austrian economics, Mises.org, and more.
The Battle of the Ironclads, Part 4: Building the Monitor
Chris Calton details the incredible process of constructing the technological marvel The Monitor.
58. The Rise and Fall of the American Medical School
Dr. Milton Packer traces the history of the American medical school from its humble beginnings to its present day turmoils.
