The Way the World Works: A Tuttle Twins Podcast for Families

If inflation is a problem, why don't we just make it illegal to raise prices? The fact is creating inflation is a devastating form of taxation - perhaps even more devastating than the income tax because it steals your purchasing power every day, not just on April 15.

Throughout history, new forms of media have changed the way voters get information about candidates. Now, we are seeing this continue with podcasts.

Brittany just visited Boston and learned so much about the famous tea party.

Tax season is upon us. What is it all about?

Brittany and Rachel discuss the future of TikTok if the goverment ban goes into effect.

The government has played a big role in health information, guidance, and care. But has their involvement actually made the country healthier?

We abandoned the gold standard decades ago. So what does the gold in Ft Knox really signify? And what if its not all there?

Presidential pardons have been in the news a lot lately. Today, Rachel and Brittany discuss what this means and how different presidents have used their pardoning power.

The best answer to a sweatshop is more sweatshops. Competition is better than shutting them down

Throughout history, the government has "classified" documents, or, kept certain things hidden from they people "for our own good and safety." Should the people be kept in the dark about important event? Or do we have a right to know the whole story?

Public/private partnerships and NGOs (non-governmental organizations) - are they good or bad? The private sector is better at most things, so shouldn't the government "delegate" some things to private companies? Rachel and Brittany hash out the pros and cons with that idea.

Our relationships with other countries can determine whether we live in war or peace. There are a lot of different opinions about what they best type of foreign policy should be, and today Brittany and Rachel discuss why it is important to talk and trade with other world leaders, even when we disagree.

The American Revolution happened almost 250 years ago, so why does it still matter in our modern world? Today Rachel and Brittany discuss the importance of the Revolution and why it matters today more than ever.

Today the Way the World Works launches the video podcast with our new cohost, Rachel Mills.

Communities are the most important structure in our society. And no community is more important than the family.

Media pundit Tucker Carlson created a controversy when he interviewed Russian president Vladmir Putin. What was so important about the interview?

A small town in Florida shows us how property rights allowed freed black Americans to exercise their independence when governments continued to oppress them.

Does it help us or hurt us when we compare ourselves to other people?

Podcasts, social media, and Youtube are helping health science more accessible than ever.

At some point, everyone will deal with difficult things in life. But no matter how bad things get, there are certain things you can do to get through hard times.

There is an ongoing debate over whether the government’s job is to protect your rights or if their job is to give you rights.

Today, Katie gives some advice on what you can do to make homeschool easier on the parents and kids.

During the pandemic, the government took away telehealth restrictions. But now, the regulations are back in place and people are suffering.

Words are one of the most powerful tools we have as humans. Words help us communicate meaning with each other and understand truth. But they can also be used by powerful elites to distort truth and fool people.

Across the country, government regulations are keeping people from getting the medications they need.

Today, it feels like a lot of shows and movies aren’t appropriate for families. Why are family-oriented shows harder to find and are there any good options out there for family entertainment?

The family is the most important community you have and it’s also important to strengthen that community by spending fun quality time together. On today’s episode, Brittany and Katie discuss some fun ways families can plan activities without breaking the bank.

In an earlier episode, Brittany and Katie discussed why compromise isn’t always a good thing. Today they continue that conversation highlighting why public schools try so hard to teach kids that they should always compromise.

Every election day, voters go to the polls and cast their vote? But how are those candidates chosen? On today’s episode, Brittany and Katie discuss how this process works.

In December 1773, the American colonists took a stand against unjust taxation in the first organized political protest leading up to the Revolutionary War.

We are usually told that compromising is the best thig to do to get along with each other. But is compromise always a good thing?

Meet our new cohost, Katie Hague!

When America was expanding in the 19th century, there was this belief that God wanted America to expand its power and presence as much as possible, which is how many of our states were formed. Is this kind of belief dangerous?

Taylor Swift has taken over the entire music industry, which has made some people wonder if she has too much power over modern pop music. Is Taylor Swift an example of a monopoly?

Cryptocurrency used to be one of the hottest topics. But it’s not talked about so much anymore. Is there a reason for this? Is Bitcoin still important?

Argentina just elected a new president who calls himself an advocate for individual liberty. But is this too good to be true, and what does it mean for the rest of the world?

One of Britain’s most famous prime minister was a controversial woman named Margaret Thatcher, often known as the “Iron Lady.”

After WWII, a lot of people tried to make excuses for their war crimes by saying they were "just following orders." Is horrific behavior okay if you were doing what you are told? Or do you have a responsibility to do the right thing no matter what the consequences might be?

Everyone needs to work to provide for their families. But for many professions, the government makes earning a living hard by putting a lot of barriers in the way.

Every year Time Magazine names the most important people of the year. Today, Brittany and Connor get a chance to make their own list.

2023 is almost in the books. What were some of the biggest events that happened this year? And what can we learn from them?

Over the last several years crime in America has gotten much worse. Why has this been happening? And our there things we can do to fix it?

When the first European settlers founded the Jamestown colony, things got off to a rocky start. The only thing that saved the colony was the introduction of private property rights.

Each of us leaves behind a trace of our lives when we leave this world. And what kind of trace we leave behind matters.

Jaiden Rodriguez stood up to ignorance and falsehood, and stood for free speech. What can we learn from his story?

When Ollie Fequiere was six years old, he started a bath bomb business that quickly became popular with his friends and classmates. What lessons can we learn from Ollie?

Today, Brittany and Connor talk about one of the most important American Founding Fathers, a man named Thomas Jefferson.

Bad behavior is sometimes punished to teach us a lesson. But with or without formal punishment, every action, good or bad, has natural consequences that teach us important lessons?

Connor and Brittany are back with another “ism” episode, this time they dive into “egalitarianism” and how it has been used to push dangerous socialist agendas.

To make a change in the world, you have to be able to convince other people that your ideas are the right ones. This means changing minds and hearts, but which one is more important?

Today, Connor and Brittany talk about the Boston Massacre and why the trial that took place after became such an important lesson in our justice system.

As you get started in your career, there are opportunities, like internships, where you may be expected to work for free. Is it ever a good thing to give your work away for free?

You’ve already heard from Brittany and Ronni, so today, Connor chimes in to tell us which historical figures he would most want to meet.

The entire world is talking about the conflict between Israel and Palenstine. But what is the conflict about? And is there anything the rest of the world can do?

It’s been over a year since the situation between Russia and Ukraine reached a boiling point. But what is happening now? And what role is the U.S. playing in the conflict? Should we be playing any role at all?

When we do something wrong, we know to say I am sorry. But what does it mean to really apologize and how can you show that you really mean it.

Have you heard of something called Affirmative Action? This idea means some colleges treat applicants differently based on the color of their skin, which is racism.

Is there anything that can be done to fix the student loan problem?

One of the most brilliant mathematicians broke social barriers and helped America get to the moon.

Today, Brittany and Ronni talk about one of the most infamous villains of the 20th century, the Italian Fascist leader, Benito Mussolini.

Why are memes such a powerful way to communicate with others?

Years ago, the internet used to be a very different place, where people were free to create and connect with other people around the world without government regulations.

Did you know that there are several features on the dollar bill? Ronni and Brittany walk through some examples.

Ever wonder what it would be like to travel back in time and meet one of your favorite historical figures? We don’t have time machines in real life, but it’s fun to think about which people we would choose!

Stories, even fictional ones, teach us real world lessons and morals. Today, Brittany and Ronni takl about the 7 Deadly Sins and how they teach us about bad behaviors we should avoid.

Today, Ronni and Brittany talk about their first jobs and what they learned from their experience. The also talk about how that experience helped them in their future career.

Connor interviews Jaiden Rodriguez, the boy behind the viral story of a school kicking him out of class for having a Gadsden flag "Don't tread on me" patch. What would you have done in his situation?

Connor and Brittany discuss some tips for asking your boss for a raise.

There are a lot of privacy concerns over the popular app, TikTok, but should the government be allowed to ban it?

Today, Connor and Brittany talk about an American villain who grew the government and implemented racist policies.

Today, Connor and Brittany talk about the history of the income tax.

Ronni talks about some online safety tips for kids to keep safe when playing online games.

The only reason we are able to get in airplanes and fly around the world is because of two brothers from Ohio.

Entrepreneurship is about creating value for others. But what does that actually look like?

Is something true just because we believe it is?

It’s not always easy to understand why a person thinks the way they do. That’s because many of our beliefs are shaped because of our unique experiences in the world.

The government loves to ban things. This time, they are coming after light bulbs.

We all have certain mindsets, or the way we think of and view the world. But sometimes these mindsets bring us down and stop us from growing as people. Today Brittany and Connor discuss how we can change them and become more productive people.

We sometimes hear words like “school” and “education” used in the same way. But are they the same thing? Or is there a big difference between these words?

In this episode, Ronni and Brittany explore the concept of two different kinds of gift horses and talk about when you should graciously accept gifts, and when you should be skeptical.

It's not always easy to have difficult conversations around politics with others. That's where the organization Braver Angels comes in.Learn tips how to "depolarize" our country.

Today, Ronni and Brittany talk about one of our TT courageous heroes, Robert Smalls.

During the Cold War, Russia and America raced to see who could be the first to put a man on the moon.

One of the latest AI innovations is something called ChatGPT, an incredible platform that is both exciting and scaring people.

Florida governor Ron DeSantis has launched an economic war against Disney because he doesn't agree with their "woke" beliefs. Just beause you disagree with someone doesn't mean you should take every measure to punish them.

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing is the idea that companies should be held accountable for their stated contributions to the climate change effort. But is ESG investing just another type of social credit type system but for companies?

Ronni talks about her college experience of being in a "secret society" and explores other famous secret societies throughout history.

Emergencies, like natural disasters and economic crises, happen without warning. That’s why it’s so important to be prepared.

Dr. BJ Fogg joins Connor to discuss his book Tiny Habits, share four tips for kids to develop good habits, and new songs for kids he has created to teach these important ideas.

Many people have a gloomy outlook on the future of the world. But are things really that bad? Or are there reasons to be hopeful?

Centralized public health, just like central planning, does not allow individuals to make their own choices. Covid was an excellent example of what could go wrong when individual health decisions are made from a top-down approach.

We like to think in our modern world that most of our medical technology and medicines are "new" or created in a lab. But throughout history, and even still today, most of our medicines actually come straight from nature itself!

Public schools have a lot of problems. It may sound shocking, but they actually have a lot in common with prisons.

Have you ever heard someone on a movie say "you have the right to remain silent?" That line actually has a name and an interesting history in our justice system.

When we are young, sometimes we worry about fitting in withthe popular kids. But why do we worry about that? And is it really important?

Connor and Brittany talk about the children's market that Connor helped create and how it's grown.

Connor reveals an alarming statistic about how broken history education is, and what your family can do to fix it.

Connor walks through some of the grievances that the founding fathers cited as reasons to break off from the most powerful government in the world. What does it mean for us today?

Today, Ronni and Brittany talk about Phillis Wheatley, a freed slave who went on to become an celebrated author.

Connor and Elijah talk about historical nuggets from this adventures period of American history!

You might not have ever heard of Sarah Bradlee Fulton, but she played a important role in the Revolutionary War.

Some of us just assume that whatever we read in history books is true. But is it? Or is history more biased than we think?

With the 4th of July coming up, Brittany and Ronni talk about the Declaration of Independence and what we mean when we say that the Founders were “airing their grievances.”

One of the darkest times in U.S. history is when our government sent our own people to internment camps during WWII.

Life is too serious to always take everything so seriously. Learning how to laugh at yourself is a great skill that will make your life more enjoyable.

Is it good to always ask questions or does there come a point where asking too many questions becomes bothersome and unnecessary? This topic was suggested by a listener!

Imagine a world without books. Sounds terrible, doesn't it? Before the printing press was invented, people did not have access to books, which means they didn't have access to knowledge or even stories.

Should publishers censor classic books written long ago to protect people from getting their feelings hurt? Some people think so.

Famous YouTuber MrBeast paid for 1,000 blind people to have surgery to help them see. Instead of appreciating his good deed, some people on the internet said that his act of kindness was selfish.

Life is filled with obsticals big and small. Today, Ronni and Brittany talk about the importance of not letting small things get you down.

Today, Brittany and Connor talk about the great Silk Road and how trading helped spread ideas and goods across the world before there were trains, planes, or cars.

Don't something nice for a stranger can make someone's day and put a smile on their face. Think how much better the world would be if we made an effort to spread random acts of kindness.

Today, Brittany and Connor talk about another famous villain, Nicholas the II and how his lust for power and control over his people earned him such an infamous reputation.

From machines to trains, the Industrial Revolution completely changed the way we live our lives. Today, Brittany and Connor talk about one of the most important eras in human history.

When inflation rises too sharply and currency loses its' value, governments can and do take away all the value of the currency in a process called "demonetization". In this episode, Ronni and Brittany talk about what's happening in Zambia.

We often talk about the free market here at Tuttle Twins, but how can the concept of free markets be applied to free speech? Does this marketplace of ideas/speech allow us to self-censor as needed?

Caring about our enviornment is a good thing, but some environmental activists take the wrong approach and want to use government force to protect the planet.

Each one of us has unique skills and talents that make us who we are. But there are some who think who we are as people has more to do with things like race and gender instead of individual characteristics.

If you want to be the best version of yourself, it's important to make sure you surround yourself with people who share your values and want what's best for you.

The price of eggs has skyrocketed over the last few months. Today, Brittany and Ronni explain why this is happening.

Thanks to the internet, learning a new skill is easier than it ever has been. From playing piano to baking bread, as long as you have a computer you can learn anything.

Today, Ronni and Brittany discuss some good advice that can help people of all ages live a better life.

As artificial intelligence begins to take over more of the jobs that humans used to do, a lot of people are asking what makes humans different from these “robots.”

Many people now submit their DNA to online databases for health and ancestry discoveries, but how do these databases work? And should we own our DNA information?

Many people today are worried about the possibility of biowarfare or geoengineering. Others dismiss this as conspiracy. But in 1950, Operation Sea Spray was a government experiment that sprayed San Francisco with a later-shown-to-be-harmful bacteria.

Ronni and Brittany talk about some exicting new startup companies after a coworker attended the annual CES Trade Show.

Today, Connor and Brittany will talk about the best advice they have ever been given.

One of the most famous villains in history was a French millitary genius named Napoleon Bonaparte.

We are told every four years that the presidential election is the most important of our life. But does it really matter who wins the presidency? Do our lives really change that much with each new president?

Life is filled with villains and heroes. Today, Connor and Brittany focus on the villains who have threatened individual liberty throughout history.

It's important to help your friends and loved ones, but one of the most important things you can do for yourself and others is to make sure you treat yourself like someone you're responsible for helping.

Building on our previous episodes on intellectual property, today Ronni and Brittany discuss why this is such a heated issue.

Listeners have probably heard the word "bureacracy" on the podcast before, but what does it mean?

The Hindenburg airship explosion in 1937 has a more complex history than more people realize. At one point it was even used to distribute Nazi propaganda. Ronni talks more about the history of this famous disaster.

3-D printing is revolutionizing the world by allowing human to create items on their own. The possibilities are endless with this new innovation.

Today Ronni and Brittany discuss the Italian astronomer, Galileo Galilei.

We may not think much about it when we say "please" and "thank you," but manners play a very important role in our lives and communities.

Ronni talks about her experience with applying for her own patent as well as her upbringing with her inventor father and his patents. Are patents necessarily bad?

Listeners know how important property rights are, but what about property that is the result of something you create, like a book or a song?

People seem to have a lot of opinions about lots of things, but it's okay to not have an view on something you don't know much about. Sometimes the most powerful stance you can take on something is to say "I don't know," and then go do your own research before form an opinion.

Some of the most important discoveries were made completely on accident. In fact, in some instances, the people making the discovery had set out to discover something completely different.

Many people believe that it should be against the law for kids to work, but these types of laws actually deprive many people of important opportunities. Come learn why!

Long before the printing press was invented, history was passed down to different generations without the use of written words.

Nobody likes being wrong. But recognizing and admitting when you are wrong can make you a better person.

Maria Montessori was a big believer in creating an education method where children could have the freedom over their own education.

Today, Connor and Brittany talk about Peter Gray, the author of "Free to Play," a book that talks about the importance of letting kids learn through play.

There are lots of economists and politicians who think they understand the root cause of poverty, and most will blame it on the wealthy. But poverty is actually the natural state of man kind.

Fractals are patterns in nature that can been seen in many places: nature, plants, trees, rivers, even within our own bodies! Ronni and Brittany talk about how fractals and fractal systems in society can be seen as examples of emergent, or spontaneous, order.

In the fight for equality, an important principle is one of colorblindness. Martin Luther King jr. Famously said that he wanted his children to be judged on the content of their character and not the color of their skin. But today, people seem to have forgotten that.

To make a difference and change the world, you must be able to communicate your message effectively. That's why it's so important to choose your words careful to make the biggest impact possible.

Every person you meet has something to teach you, you just have to be willing to learn. Today, Brittany and Ronni talk about the importance of listening and learning from others.

We talk a lot about emergent, or spontaneous, order here at Tuttle Twins. But how is emergent order different from central planning and which is best?

Ronni and Brittany talk about a conference that Ronni attended where she listened to a woman named Jennifer Sey talk about "woke capitalism": companies that adopt progressive business practices in order to appear altruistic or virtuous or socially responsible.

Not everyone who does big or important things in the world gets recognized. Some people, called "unsung heros" help shape the world in a quiet way. You can be brave and be an unsung hero too.

We should all be growing and improving every single day to be the best versions of ourselves. But sometimes we get caught up comparing ourselves to other people and their success instead of worrying about ourselves.

There will always be things about the world that need to be changed. But complaining about what we don't like doesn't do anything to fix the problem. Instead, we need to voice our opinions and have the courage to do something about it.

Planning for your future isn't just about figuring out what you want to be when you grow up, it's also about mastering the skills that wil help you be a successful adult.

Is it okay to do questionable or even bad things if it helps you reach an end goal? One famous political philosopher Machiavelli thought so.

Cleaning your room might seem like a small task. But big lessons can be learned from making sure you keep the space around you neat and tidy.

Critical Theory and Critical Thinking both have the word "critical" in them, but why is one concept considered to be a good way of thinking and the other not as good? What does the word "critical" mean and why is it important to know the difference?

Is food considered "good" or "bad"? "Healthy" or "unhealthy"? Should we change the definitions of words in order to make people feel better about the food they eat? Ronni and Brittany discuss the concept of "food neutrality".

California is making a lot of laws about energy. Are these laws good? Or do they cause more problems than they solve?

In the 1930's the radio show War of Worlds caused a huge stir as many listeners thought that the fictional story of aliens attacking was real! Ronni and Brittany talk about how this was the first example of "fake news" and how media is used to stir up fear in today's world.

Ronni and Brittany ponder how the internet has changed our lives in the past 25 years, as well as discuss whether or not the world would be better or worse off if the internet were to suddenly disappear.

Charter schools were created as an alternative to public schools, yet the government keeps creating new rules that limit how charter schools can offer innovative education. Why?

Viktor Frankl was freed from a Nazi concentration camp. When he got out, he wrote a book about finding meaning in life, even in the worst situations.

There is a group of unelected and very powerful people who are trying to implement their plans for how they think the world economy should be ran. And their newest idea for a "Great Reset" might be their scariest idea yet.

Seventy-seven years ago, America dropped nuclear bombs on two cities in Japan killing civilians and showing the world what kind of destruction can be done with a push of a button.

All throughout history governments have tried to ban books to control what the people were allowed to read. But why are governments so scared of letting the people read and think for themselves?

When we go to the store, we take our money and exchange it for goods and services. That is how the US-economy works. But what if there were other economies where the government didn't have as much control, and "money" wasn't the only thing you could exchange for goods and services?

Have you ever traded something you have to a friend for something they have? You may not have known it, but this "bartering" is one of the oldest forms of exchanging value.

Have you ever noticed how in movies, the adults never trust or even listen to the kids? Why does this happen and why do so many adults have a hard time treating kids like regular people?

Climate change fears have been around for several decades, i.e. holes in the ozone layer, acid rain, global cooling, ice caps melting. But have any of these fears actually been realized?

People always assume we need the government to implement policies to protect the enviornment. But their solutions always involve force. But kids are taking the lead and showing ways to protect the enviornment without force.

It's important to be respectful of other people's beliefs, but how can you be respectful while still sticking to your priniciples.

The podcast gets a new cohost! Get to know Ronni Peck on this latest episode.

Property rights are the foundation of this country. But even though they are some of the most important rights we have, they sometimes get ignored.

Terrible things happen in our world, it's unavoidable. But when tragedies happen and make us sad, how can we deal with these awful things without asking the government to solve problems they aren't capable of fixing.

Goals are important to have so you know what direction you are heading in. But some goal strategies are better than others.

Are some people in society more privileged than others? And if so, should we do something about it?

No one wants to get in trouble for breaking the law. But what happens when a law seems so unjust, obeying it feels wrong?

From lemonade stands to braiding hair, these days, the government tries to make you get a license for everything.

People often tell young kids that they should turn the hobbies they love into their career. But is this always the best advice?

When the government makes laws, sometimes we assume the behavior they are outlawing is "evil." But is something bad just because the government says it is? Or is there more to it than that?

Who should be in charge of raising and teaching children? Parents, or the government?

President Biden just announced the creation of the new "Board of Disinformation" which will be responsible for telling Americans what information is true and which is false in order to "protect" us from threats to our national security.

Student loan debt is a huge problem in this country that impacting a lot of people. But should people who took out these loans be forgiven? Or should they have to pay them back like they promised?

Big companies often love getting big handouts and special privileges from the governments. But sometimes these special favors end up backfiring and causing more harm to the companies than good, as Disney is quickly learning.

Are social media platforms like Twitter legally allowed to censor you? Or does "free speech" only apply to the government?

Elon Musk just bought Twitter and is promising to make it a haven for free speech online.

There are a lot of ways to waste time today, and so many distractions that prevent us from being productive. Why is it so important to manage your scarce resource — your time — in a way that helps you be focused?

Challenges are tough and they push us to our limits, but doing hard things helps us grow.

Whenever the government declares war on something in order to save us, they inevitably loses the war and we get more of whatever they declared war on. It happened with the "war on poverty" and the "war on terror," and it has happened with the war on drugs as well.

When governments try and ban substances to protect people from themselves, the results are never what they intended.

When one New York mother let her son ride the subway by himself, she was labeled the "worst mom in America." But giving her son the independence he craved would help her become a leader of the "free range" parenting movement.

Rosa Parks is one of the pioneers of the civil rights movement. Today Emma and Brittany talk about what made her so special.

We know that failure helps us grow as people, but today Emma and Brittany share personal stories about "failing forward."

The economy is not doing so hot. But the government has been avoiding talking about the real reasons it is suffering. In part one, we discuss the role economic sanctions have played in harming the economy.

Today, Emma and Brittany break down the 8th Amendment to the Constitution.

The Dred Scott Case was important Supreme Court Case that impacted the future of slavery in the United States.

Each of the three branches of government have very special roles that only they can play. But what is the role of the executive branch?

Should we all have equal opportunities to succeed or equal outcomes regardless of our individual merits?

Federalism is a system of government where some powers belong to the national government, and some powers belong to the state government.

People are fleeing progressive cities and states like crazy. But why are they leaving and where are they going?

Is every war about America acting in self-defense and protecting itself? Or does the government start wars for other reasons?

Did entrepreneurs like Jeff Bezos and Steve Jobs achieve success because they were "lucky?" Or is there more to it than just luck?

To understand how science works, you have to understand the scientific method.

It's here! Connor shares details about our exciting new American history book and how you can get an awesome bundle of bonuses to learn ideas from our country's past.

After the terrible things that happened in WWII, the Nazis were put on trial for their crimes against humanity.

For two years we were told we needed to lockdown to lessen the impacts of Covid. Now, a new study from a very important university shows that the lockdowns did almost nothing to keep us safe.

The government has been spreading misinformation, trying to scare people into believing that severe illness and death is happening because people refuse to get vaccinated. But is this really true?

Covid has led a lot of alleged free speech advocates to call for censorship when they don’t agree with what’s being said.

We should always aim to do things in our life that are meaningful, instead of doing things that give us the quickest results.

A lot of people who love big government think we need it so that individuals know what is "right" and what is "wrong." But government is the last place we should look to as a moral compass.

We are bombarded with so much information these days. And even though the internet allows us to get a lot of different perspectives, there is a small group of people who have decided which information is “correct.”

There is nothing like curling up with a good book. But why is reading books of all types so important?

Inflation is skyrocketing over the past several months. While this is bad news for the economy, some economics are trying to say that inflation is actually a good thing.

In a free society, should the government be able to make individuals go off to war and face the possibility of dying? Unfortunately, the government has done this with something we call the "draft."

Kids are taught from a very early age that they need to share with others in order to be good members of society. But is this a really a good thing? When kids are taught that everything they own must be shared in order for us to live in a "fair" society, it opens the door to socialism.

The "Rainbow Fish" is a best-selling kid's book. While the book has beautiful illustrations, it has a dangerous message that teaches kids a dangerous message about giving away what is theirs to make other people happy.

If you give a mouse a cookie, they are going to want some milk to go with it ... if you give the government a little bit of power, they are going to want even more.

To make good choices, you have to understand both the long-term consequences and the short-term consequences.

A lot of politicians want to use the pandemic to usher in a new kind of world that gives governments more power and hurts individual liberty.

The Dr. Seuss story, "The Lorax" is a classic. But the book gets a lot of things wrong when it comes to environmentalism and capitalism.

Self-responsibility is one of the most important elements of building a free society.

It's really easy to tell little white lies. But having integrity and building strong character means doing your best to always tell the truth.

These days, many people think we need to protect people, especially kids and young people, from anything unpleasant, or any point of view with which they disagree.

You can't get something for nothing, but many politicians seem to think you can. Today, Emma and Brittany talk about the what it means when free market economists say "there's no such thing as a free lunch."

Even though individuals have a right to property, the government likes to find sneak ways to take our stuff. And they make it difficult, if not impossible, to get it back.

We are two years into the pandemic and there seems to be a new variant every few months. Should we be scared of these new variants? And what can we do if the government tries to use these new strains to lock us down again?

Our economy works best when we trade with other nations. But some people fear that working with other countries will result in dangerous "globalism."

Understanding how the world works means understanding how to create a healthy, prosperous, and successful life. A large part of that is making sure we build good habits, like exercise.

Today, Connor and Brittany dive into another scary "isms" and discuss how it's impacting American politics.

The government loves to tell us that it is our duty to "follow the science" when it comes to things like covid. But when the government is in charge of the meaning of "science" they form a monopoly over information.

China is one of the most dangerous communists dictatorships in the world. But why should Americans be concerned about what's happening in a country so far away from ours?

The Russia Ukraine situation reminds us just how important the Second Amendment is here in America.

In our American legal system, there is a principle that all people are innocent until they  are proven guilty in a court of law.

Today Emma and Brittany discuss why the right to self-defense is so important and how a recent court case helped solidify this right.

Right now, there is a battle going on between government teachers who think they should decide what children should be taught in schools. But kids do not belong to the government, and only families can make this decision.

Public school is supposed to teach kids how to prepare for life in the real world. But public, and many private schools teach mold children to live in an authoritarian system where they are just cogs in a machine.

Imagine losing your job, friends, and your reputation just because you said something someone else disagrees with. Unfortunately, this is happening more and more these days thanks to a phenomenon called '"cancel culture."

For as bas as the US lockdowns have been, Australia has taken quarantine to extreme levels, monitoring their people and not letting them out of their homes.

Celebrities tell us we should wear masks, but they don't. Politicians tell us people  individuals shouldn't be rich, but many of them are rich! Why do these "elites" think their own rules apply to everyone except themselves?

Fear of covid has caused a lot of people to abandon critical thinking in exchange for blind obedience. Dr. Robert Malone called this phenomenon “mass formation psychosis” and now, he’s been attacked by the media.

Canadian President Justin Trudeau has called the “freedom convoy” of truckers “fringe” and has called their vaccines skepticism “unacceptable” because it goes against the government narrative.

China is one of the worst dictatorships we have seen in modern day. So why are we celebrating the 2022 winter Olympics when it's being hosted by such an evil government?

In this country we have the right freedom of expression. But people have called for the banning of speech they believe to be "hateful." Some people even believe that words are violence. But even hateful speech is protected under the First Amendment.

People can no longer trust what they hear on the news. "Fake" news has dominated pretty much every single media outlet. But why do they do this and what can the people do about it?

John Taylor Gatto is one of the most important figures in American education. After nearly three decades of working in the public school system, he decided enough was enough and dedicated his life to exposing the intentional dumbing down of American education.

The best entrepreneurs are those who are able to make the most of the resources around them to make their ideas come to life.