Cele mai bune Mike Williams podcast-uri (2023)

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Writers’ Strike, Who’s Right? 39:17

14d ago39:17

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It's been two months since the SAG-AFTRA strike started, and it doesn't look like there's an end in sight. In this episode, Mike and Mitch discuss why this strike is important for freedom of assembly and individual rights, but also an example of the difference between economic and governmental force.…

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ESG: Friend or Foe? 34:40

28d ago34:40

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Have Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) issues gone too far? Mitch and Mike dive into the slippery slope of ESGs and their influence on stakeholders, marketing, and property rights.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Capitalism, Religion, and Self-Love with Mary Callan 1:04:49

1M ago1:04:49

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Mike interviews the 2023 LPR Defenders of Capitalism Winner, Mary Callan. They dive into Mary's experience in LPR/DoC, her PhD in Bio-Agricultural sciences, and being a capitalist as a former catholic nun.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Energy, Liberty, & the Outdoor Industry with Chris Wright 48:59

3M ago48:59

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Mike interviews Chris Wright - the CEO and Chairman of Liberty Energy and fellow outdoor enthusiast. Chris has been integral in the oil industry for years but is more recently known for his viral video "Thank You, North Face." Mike and Chris dive into the story behind the hypocrisy of North Face and the outdoor industry, when it comes to the oil an…

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Mercy From the State Legislators? 24:37

3M ago24:37

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What are the CO State legislators thinking? Senate Bill 184 is trying to create "fair housing rules for renters," but it will likely do anything but that. Mike and Mitch review what this senate bill means to landlords, renters, and the Colorado housing market.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Chat GPT: the Future of AI and Technology? 32:38

4M ago32:38

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In this episode, Mike and Mitch discuss the new artificial intelligence, Chat GPT. They cover what Chat GPT does and theorize on what it might look like in the future and if it will play a role in the job market and individual rights?De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Marxists in our Colorado Classrooms 22:30

4M ago22:30

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The mask is off when it comes to the Marxists in Colorado classrooms, and it isn't pretty.... but Mike thinks it's good news. Recently, the Colorado Education Association (CEA), the largest teachers' union in Colorado, adopted an explicitly anti-capitalism resolution, revealing their utter lack of understanding of capitalism and its principles.…

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Election Integrity & Security 1:03:31

5M ago1:03:31

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Should we trust our elections? Mike and Mitch discuss the importance of election integrity, debate voting rules, and evaluate the Dominion Voting Systems/Fox News lawsuit.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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1040 Tax Blues - Tax Time for Young People 32:39

5M ago32:39

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Mike and Mitch discuss the tax code in all it’s complexity and compliance costs, aimed especially at young people having a better understanding of the American tax system and the social engineering that goes with it. Covering ground such as perverse incentives, moral hazards, progressive vs regressive tax structures, the numbness caused by employer…

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Trump Indictment: Rule of Law or Perversion of Justice 36:13

6M ago36:13

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With the Trump Indictment being the biggest thing in the news circus, Mike and Mitch contemplate whether Trump's indictment is an issue on the rule of law or really a perversion of justice.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Capitalism, Science, & Petroleum with Clay Doke 1:12:03

7M ago1:12:03

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Mike interviews the 2022 LPR Defenders of Capitalism Winner and petroleum engineer, Clay Doke. They discuss Clay's experience in LPR/DoC, growing up in rural Colorado, and the science, economics, and politics of energy extraction, and much more.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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The Absurd Fear of Globalization 54:02

7M ago54:02

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Fear of globalization has recently gained traction since the shutdowns associated with Covid-19 and doesn't seem to be going away. So, in this episode, Mike and Mitch uncover what globalization actually means and outline why globalization itself is pro-freedom and pro-capitalism.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Freedom and the FDA 55:03

8M ago55:03

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Does the US Food and Drug Administration really have one's individual health in its best interest? And does the FDA overstep its authority? Mike and Mitch discuss the role of the FDA and how it could be improved in a capitalist society.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Gas Bags or Gas Stoves, you gotta choose… 19:44

8M ago19:44

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Banning gas stoves?? Say it ain't so! In this episode Mike and Mitch discuss the recent furor over comments from the federal government--should bureaucrats regulate how we cook food because of safety and pollution concerns?De către Defenders of Capitalism

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SBF, FTX, & the Culture 40:27

9M ago40:27

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Mike and Mitch discuss the recent bankruptcy/fraud of Sam Bankman Fried and subsequent meltdown of the cryptocurrency markets. Is it a sign of a bankrupt culture with central banks keeping interest rates artificially low such that charlatans and swindlers, operating under the guise of effective altruism can so easily scam the public with cooperatio…

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Capitalism and Charity with Karen Hoida 55:53

9M ago55:53

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Mike’s guest, 2015 Defenders of Capitalism Award Winner, Karen Hoida, is an executive with an international non-profit organization. They discuss the role of self-sufficiency, self-interest and purposeful action, along with the confusion many have about charity, giving and non-profit organizations.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Fake News or Real News? 44:18

10M ago44:18

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In this episode, Mike and Mitch discuss how they find good news sources in the sea of fake or biased news all around us. How do you find a trusted news source and know who are the experts?De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Midterm Election Review 55:26

10M ago55:26

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As the results of the midterm elections become finalized, Mike and Mitch review the implications of both the national election and local election results in Colorado. One thing they agree on is that the expected Red Wave in 2022 was more like a Red Ripple...De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Mike’s ”Economics” Interview on the Lee Elcie Show 30:22

11M ago30:22

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Lee Elci is an American radio talk show host, political commentator, print journalist, author, writer and producer of the Lee Elcie Show - The Voice of Freedom on 94.9 News Now in Connecticut. Lee interviewed Mike earlier this month to discuss economics and the importance of defending capitalism.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Adam Smith, Liz Truss, & European Liberalism with Eamonn Butler 59:25

11M ago59:25

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Recorded in Oslo, Norway at the 2022 Mont Pelerin Society Conference, Mike caught up with well-known British Economist, Eamonn Butler. Eamonn Butler is the Co-founder & Director of the Adam Smith Institute, as well as a prolific author of many books including, his Foundations of a Free Society which won the 2014 Fisher Prize. In this podcast episod…

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Defending the Declaration = Defending Capitalism with Tom Krannawitter 1:31:01

12M ago1:31:01

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Mike has a wide-ranging discussion with his colleague, Dr. Tom Krannawitter, including the fact that championing the Declaration of Independence IS championing Capitalism and why the enemies of both get it, while most so-called defenders of freedom don’t. A master teacher who brings history alive, Krannawitter reveals much about Lincoln, Robin Will…

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The Tragedy of Airline Transportation 51:54

1y ago51:54

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As Mike gets ready to go on a trip to Europe, he discusses with Mitch the faults and tragedy of regulation in the airline transportation industry. Looking at the history of regulation in the airline industry, it's easy to see there's an opportunity for advocacy of freedom and entrepreneurship, and it's what we need now more than ever.…

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Think Right or Wrong, Not Left or Right with Anders Ingemarson 1:00:50

1y ago1:00:50

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A guide to citizenship, just in time for Midterm elections! Mike interviews author Anders Ingemarson on his newly revised book: Think Right or Wrong, Not Left or Right. They cover lots of ground including a framework for how to think about political parties and election issues, the principles involved and application to several specific issues.…

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Guns n’ Capitalism 39:10

1y ago39:10

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Capitalism is about individual rights and individuals have a right to their guns but where is the line? Should Defenders of Capitalism defend the 2nd Amendment? Unconditionally? Mike and Mitch discuss the rational role for government in applying the 2nd Amendment to today’s world. Key concepts: property rights, when do “arms” become a threat or vio…

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Unionization Resurgence 28:27

1y ago28:27

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Why is unionization and membership on the rise? Are unions anti-capitalist and inherently bad for the economy? Mike and Mitch discuss the history and function of unions along with what that looks like for the future.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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A Historian’s Lesson for the Defenders of Capitalism with Eric Daniels 1:31:39

1y ago1:31:39

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Mike is joined by Eric Daniels, PhD, professor of history and Assistant Director at the Clemson Institute for the Study of Capitalism. They cover a wide range of topics including the history of capitalism and its being a result of the Enlightenment, education, the roots of progressivism, SCOTUS decisions, and especially the primary mistake made by …

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Beginning of the Beginning of the End for Administrative Law? 51:07

1y ago51:07

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With the recent Supreme Court decision in West Virginia vs EPA, it looks like there is a small crack in the wall of "administrative law" that has been one of the keys to the growth of the Regulatory/Welfare State. Mike and Mitch discuss this decision and the underlying principles at stake including the famous Chevron and Auer deference. This is a s…

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Inflation Nation with Erik Sandstrom 1:09:18

1+ y ago1:09:18

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Mike talks with Erik Sandstrom, economist, data scientist, and Assistant Director of the Defenders of Capitalism Project. They discuss what inflation is, why it has reached 40-year highs in 2022, who it affects the most, and what the possibilities are for getting it under control.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Government Housing Horrors 40:06

1+ y ago40:06

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Housing is getting more expensive every day, pricing many people out of the market - and government policy is the main culprit. In this episode, Mike and Mitch discuss how laws and regulations needlessly increase the cost of housing, and what a real free market would look like.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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A Capitalist Foreign Policy with Elan Journo 59:24

1+ y ago59:24

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Mike interviews Elan Journo, foreign policy expert, author of several books, & Senior Fellow at the Ayn Rand Institute. They discuss the Russian invasion of Ukraine, why America keeps making FP mistakes, what a principled foreign policy would look like, and appropriate use of military force as well as sanctions, diplomacy, etc.…

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Looters in the Capital 21:08

1+ y ago21:08

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Who are the everyday looters in the Capital? The government officials who use insider information to profit for themselves. Mitch and Mike list the reasons why the looters in our capital are severely damaging the system our founders created and hypocritical to capitalists and entrepreneurs, who actually provide more value and opportunity in the eco…

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Ukraine-Russia Crisis March 2022 45:30

1+ y ago45:30

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Mike and Mitch cover the recent Ukraine-Russia Crisis and why this conflict is important when it comes to the success of ideas of capitalism over fascism.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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The Freedom Trail to Capitalism 38:12

2y ago38:12

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Mike and Mitch discuss the Freedom Trail in Boston and why it is critical to teach the our founding history when examining the development and importance of Capitalism in the United States.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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How does Capitalism relate to Democracy? 47:40

2+ y ago47:40

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Mike and Mitch touch base on the idea of democracy, how it's related to the American system, and how they connect to Capitalism and free markets.De către Defenders of Capitalism

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Mike Hosts Yaron Brook, Part 1: Capitalism and Foreign Policy 31:33

2+ y ago31:33

31:33

Mike and Ayn Rand Institute Board Chairman Yaron Brook in a spirited discussion that bridges free-market economics with foreign policy--from trade with China, trade deficits, inflation, and national security to the untold story of global productivity and "who really gets capitalism." (Part 2 continues uninterrupted following the introduction in Epi…

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Mike Hosts Yaron Brook, Part 2 - The State of Making the Case for Capitalism 53:59

2+ y ago53:59

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(After the introduction, Part 2 continues uninterrupted from Episode 3, Part 1) Mike and Ayn Rand Institute Board Chairman Yaron Brook tender essential questions and engaging observations in this deep-dive into validating capitalism. Why do people hate billionaires? Where are all the free-market economists hiding? The worrisome state of no true for…

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Digging Deeper: Capitalism vs. the Other ”...isms” 39:22

2+ y ago39:22

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Mike and Mitch explore the critical need to have this conversation about capitalism; what comprises capitalism and how it compares to collectivism, socialism and other socioeconomic theories and ideas; capitalism vis-a-vis prosperity, health and better living; helpful definitions for moving forward include the moral perspective.…

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Introducing MIKE WILLIAMS’ CAPITAL IDEA! - Episode 1 15:38

2+ y ago15:38

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Mike introduces this powerful podcast series with an account about why every American should fundamentally understand capitalism; why capitalism is the only moral socioeconomic system ever created; who will benefit most from MIKE WILLIAMS' CAPITAL IDEA podcast series; a preliminary definition of capitalism; and Mike's credentials--why he is super-q…

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