Episode 226 – The Economics of Children (Podcast)

Today’s podcast is titled, “The Economics of Children.” Recorded in 1995, Dr. James M. Buchanan, Harris University Professor at George Mason University and Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse, Associate Professor of Economics at George Mason University discuss how children develop as economic thinkers and become decision-makers.  Listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe to get updates each week for the Free To Choose Media Podcast.

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The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible: Lessons in Progress and Innovation

The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible offers more than just entertainment for young viewers. It provides valuable lessons about economics, innovation, and critical thinking that resonate with viewers of all ages. In the first episode, we meet Jonathan, a teen boy living in a coastal town. Despite warnings of an impending storm, Jonathan’s desire for excitement leads him to set sail. The storm capsizes his boat, and he washes up on an unfamiliar island. There, he witnesses a young woman named Alisa being arrested for inventing an axe that can fell trees much faster than the traditional method. This scenario presents …

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Your Family’s Next Must-Watch Show: “The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible”

Ahoy, parents and grandparents! Prepare to set sail on a hilarious journey through the choppy waters of economics with a new animated series that’s sure to float everyone’s boat. Welcome aboard The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible, where learning about free markets is anything but a sunk cost! Welcome to Corrumpo Imagine a world where the principles of individual liberty and free-market economics come to life through colorful characters and engaging storylines. That’s exactly what you’ll find on the mysterious island of Corrumpo, where our intrepid teenage hero Jonathan finds himself shipwrecked and about to embark on an economic odyssey that …

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John Mackey on Conscious Capitalism: Transforming Business for Good

In today’s challenging economic climate, with rising inflation and market uncertainties, entrepreneurs like you need more than just financial savvy to succeed. They need a new approach to business itself. Enter John Mackey, co-founder of Whole Foods Market, with a revolutionary idea: Conscious Capitalism. Mackey’s journey from a small natural foods store in Austin to the billion-dollar Whole Foods empire wasn’t just about making money. It was driven by a higher purpose: “to nourish people and the planet.” This purpose guided every decision, from product selection to employee policies. With economic headwinds, you might be tempted to focus solely on …

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Episode 225 – A Conversation with Walter Wriston and Peter Huber, Part 2 (Podcast)

Today’s podcast is titled, “A Conversation with Walter Wriston and Peter Huber, Part 2.” Recorded in 2004, Walter B. Wriston, Former Chairman and CEO, Citicorp/Citibank and Peter Huber, Senior Fellow, Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, discuss the impact of the information revolution on sovereignty and power and explore issues related to privacy, security, and democracy in light of technological advancements. Listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe to get updates each week for the Free To Choose Media Podcast.

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Episode 224 – A Conversation with Walter Wriston and Peter Huber, Part I (Podcast)

Today’s podcast is titled, “A Conversation with Walter Wriston and Peter Huber, Part I.” Recorded in 2004, Walter B. Wriston, Former Chairman and CEO, Citicorp/Citibank and Peter Huber, Senior Fellow, Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, discuss the impact of information on various aspects of society and how technological advancements have transformed various industries and societies over time. Listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe to get updates each week for the Free To Choose Media Podcast.

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Will Guidara on Being Unreasonable

Owning a business carries with it a lot of responsibilities. From simply keeping the lights on to keeping up employee morale to finding the right vendors, the list is long and there never quite seems to be enough hours in the day. The more trivial aspects of everyday interactions are easy to overlook or gloss over. But those overlooked aspects of interaction, both with your customers and with your employees, can radically alter the experience they have with you and your business. This is the insight offered by restaurateur and author Will Guidara in the video you can watch below. …

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Episode 223 – A Conversation with Walter Wriston and Herbert Pardes (Podcast)

Today’s podcast is titled, “A Conversation with Walter Wriston and Herbert Pardes.” Recorded in 2004, Walter B. Wriston, Former Chairman and CEO, Citicorp/Citibank and Herbert Pardes, MD, President and CEO, New York Presbyterian Hospital discuss healthcare costs, HMOs, and the impact of technology on medicine. Listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe to get updates each week for the Free To Choose Media Podcast.

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Episode 222 – Future Global Food Production (Podcast)

Today’s podcast is titled, “Future Global Food Production.” Recorded in 1993, this episode features Dr. Norman Borlaug, 1970 Nobel Peace Prize Winner and Founder of the International Wheat and Maize Institute, Dr. Matthew McMahon of The World Bank’s Latin American Division, and Dr. Robert Chandler Jr., Founding Director Emeritus of the International Rice Research Institute discussing the future of global food production. Listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe to get updates each week for the Free To Choose Media Podcast.

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Dave Ramsey on Strategies to Grow Your Business

Nothing about owning and running a business is easy. Every entrepreneur faces unique challenges, particularly when it comes to growing. You might know Dave Ramsey’s name from his personal financial advice books and video content, but he’s a successful entrepreneur in his own right and has some proven strategies for more than just individual and family budgeting. In a recent episode of his series just for entrepreneurs, which you can watch below, Ramsey identifies five key stages of life for a business owner: the treadmill operator, the pathfinder, the trailblazer, the peak performer, and the legacy builder. How entrepreneurs handle …

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