The Fed vs. the Real Economy
In the old days, the Federal Reserve operated in obscurity "behind the curtain". Today, they are front-and-center for the stock market. Total credit card debt in the US is now over $1.1 Trillion. In this episode, Mark looks at the disconnect between the
The Western Ruling Elite: Its Development and Its Betrayal
The Western ruling elite has become oligarchic in nature; its political and economic influence is disproportionate and even harmful to society. It is necessary, therefore, to review its historical evolution and expose its current goals. Firstly, it must be recognized that
Human Rights and the Public Good
Natural rights are often regarded with deep suspicion by lawyers and economists, who are wary of the wild and extravagant demands framed in the language of human rights. A good example is the United Nation’s list of fundamental human rights,
Austrian Economics Research Conference 2024
Students apply here for a scholarship. The Austrian Economics Research Conference is the international, interdisciplinary meeting of the Austrian School, bringing together leading scholars doing research in this vibrant and influential intellectual tradition. 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of the South
Murphy Gives Post-Game Analysis of ZeroHedge Dollar Debate
On February 13, 2024, Bob participated (with Jim Rickards, Brent Johnson, and Michael Every) in a ZeroHedge debate on the fate of the USD. In this episode of the Human Action podcast, Bob highlights some of the key issues and
Government Schools Are Propaganda Machines
In Artis Shepherd’s recent article, which I highly recommend, he aptly detailed the numerous benefits of homeschooling and data showing that homeschooled students—far from being socially stunted, academically insular young people—are actually generally high-achieving, socially adroit young adults ready to
When Property Owners Lose the Right to Exclude, the Whole Economy Suffers
Thomas A. Berry and Nathaniel Lawson
Friday Feature: Leading Little Arrows
Colleen Hroncich When her two‐year old daughter taught herself to read, Amber Okolo‐Ebube knew she had to ensure she had a good education. She started doing research online and discovered homeschooling. She fell in love with the idea but didn’t think she’d
Argentina’s Milei Should Dollarize after Legislative Setback
Daniel Raisbeck and Gabriela Calderon de Burgos