As 2024 ends, let’s reflect on a year filled with significant progress and challenges. From the election results to bold policy initiatives and much-needed conversations about sound money and inflation, this year has highlighted the ongoing need for fiscal conservatism and economic freedom. Here’s an overview of the year’s biggest stories, key wins, and essential reads to carry us into 2025. Watch the episode on YouTube below, listen to it on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and visit my website for more information.

In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, Vance Ginn sits down with James Hohman, director of fiscal policy at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, to discuss Michigan’s fiscal policies, corporate welfare, the real impact of business subsidies, and the Sustainable Michigan Budget. We explore how corporate welfare programs often fail to deliver on job creation promises and analyze the political dynamics that prioritize select companies over taxpayers. Together, we advocate for transparency, accountability, and a better business climate for sustainable economic growth.

In this compelling episode of The Let People Prosper Show, Judy Shelton and I discuss her latest book, Good as Gold: How to Unleash the Power of Sound Money. We dive into the state of capitalism, the inefficiencies of government bureaucracy, and the vital role of fiscal and monetary policy in driving sustainable economic growth. From historical lessons like the peso crisis and Bretton Woods to the promise of gold and cryptocurrencies, the discussion provides a roadmap for reclaiming economic stability and fostering global prosperity. Join us as we explore actionable steps to reduce government overspending, enhance monetary stability, and inspire a renewed commitment to free-market principles worldwide.

Welcome to This Week’s Economy podcast! In this episode, we explore the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, President-elect Trump’s ambitious early agenda, the potential fallout from a looming TikTok ban, and new state tax competitiveness rankings. Join me as I unpack these pivotal developments, their economic implications, and the actions needed to secure prosperity for all Americans.

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In this episode of Let People Prosper, Vance Ginn dives deep into the complexities of energy markets with Josh T. Smith, energy policy lead at the Abundance Institute and author of the Substack newsletter Powering Spaceship Earth. We explore the barriers and opportunities in energy policy, the role of permitting reforms, and the importance of innovation in achieving energy abundance. Josh shares how the Abundance Institute is paving the way for new energy technologies and why collaboration and market-based solutions are key to a prosperous energy future.

This week’s newsletter dives into the critical issues shaping economic policy, from President-elect Trump’s sweeping tariff proposals to the challenges Texas faces under rising government spending. As Americans brace for potential economic consequences, now is the time for bold reforms to protect taxpayers and ensure economic freedom thrives. Watch the episode on YouTube below, listen to it on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and visit my website for more information.

In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, I sit down with Dr. Anne Bradley, a leading voice at the intersection of faith and economics. As the George and Sally Mayer Fellow for Economic Education at The Fund for American Studies and a prolific author, Dr. Bradley shares her insights on the role of economic freedom in advancing human flourishing. We dive into the importance of education, cronyism, and poverty relief and the necessity of fostering dialogue across ideological divides. Through her personal journey and professional expertise, Dr. Bradley emphasizes how biblical principles and free-market solutions can empower individuals to prosper.

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In January, many state legislatures will begin their sessions. In this special edition of This Week’s Economy show, I share state and local policies that will equip state leaders to help boost their economies and help their citizens prosper. I will outline three solutions that I think have the greatest capacity to let people prosper where they reside. As a thank you, Substack subscribers can download my complimentary Let People Prosper Policy Agenda. Watch this week’s episode on YouTube below, listen to it on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and visit my website for more information.

In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, Rick Graber, president and CEO of the Bradley Foundation, shares insights into the Foundation’s work promoting free-market principles, individual liberty, and a strong civil society. Graber reflects on the impact of his diverse career, the importance of philanthropy in fostering these values, and his optimism for America’s future rooted in its unique opportunities.

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With the election over, it’s time to get to work. The newly elected Trump administration will take office in January, and Congress will reconvene. They must tackle the many challenges America faces. I propose a federal policy agenda for our nation’s leaders in this special edition of This Week's Economy show. I propose three solutions that will let people prosper. To show my appreciation for you, Substack subscribers can download my complimentary Let People Prosper Policy Agenda. Watch this week’s episode on YouTube below, listen to it on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and visit my website for more information.