Rational Egoist Podcast: Ludwig von Mises and the Failure of Socialism

In this episode of Rational Egoist podcast, host Michael Liebowitz interviews Dr. Mark Thornton, a senior fellow with the Ludwig von Mises Institute and an American economist of the Austrian school.

Dr. Thornton provides a free audiobook titled "The Skyscraper Curse" for subscribers, which can be accessed through this link: https://mises.org/library/skyscraper-curse.

The conversation centers on Ludwig von Mises' economic theories and their application to socialism. The discussion covers how government intervention, such as manipulating the money supply and price controls, misleads entrepreneurs and puts investors and capitalists at personal risk. The Great Depression is also analysed, with government intervention being blamed for its cause, not capitalism.

The mainstream media is discussed for its sensationalism and misrepresentation of real economics as it is not in the business of educating the masses on economics and will just spread misinformation regarding socialist ideologies.

Dr. Thornton explains that the federal reserve paints a false picture that more regulation and intervention are needed when a free market capitalist economy is the only solution. Mises demonstrated that socialism does not work, not even in theory, as a free market economy requires private property and the exchange of value through prices. Socialism uses up resources, while capitalism produces more resources and creates new things.

The failure of communism is examined, with the Soviet Union collapsing due to one central control guessing what is needed instead of measuring supply and demand through prices. The Rational Egoist podcast offers a thought-provoking discussion on economics from the perspectie of Ludwig Von Mises .

Michael Liebowitz is a philosopher, political activist, and host of the Rational Egoist podcast. He is a passionate advocate of reason and his views have been heavily influenced by the philosopher Ayn Rand. Liebowitz has dedicated his life to promoting its principles of rational self-interest, individualism, and reason. In addition to his work as a podcast host, Liebowitz is also a prominent spokesperson for the Libertarian Party for Connecticut - USA and has been involved in a number of political debates advocating for individual rights and freedoms through his YouTube videos and interviews. Liebowitz's life story is a testament to the transformative power of the writings of Ayn Rand.

After spending 25 years in prison, he was able to turn his life around by embracing the principles of rational self-interest and morality espoused by Ayn Rand. He has since become an influential voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities, using his own experience to inspire others to live their lives in accordance with reason, individualism, and self-interest.

Liebowitz is also the co-author of "Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime," a book that explores the ways in which misguided societal attitudes towards punishment and rehabilitation have led to a rise in crime and recidivism. In addition to his work in politics and philosophy, Liebowitz is a regular guest on the Todd Feinburg show at WTIC, where he provides expert commentary on a range of political and social issues.

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The Socratic Assassin: Uncovering the Truth with the Rational Egoist

Join host Michael Leibowitz as he explores the power of the Socratic method with guest Jan Helfeld, known as the Socratic assassin. Through their discussions, they will delve into the art of asking questions that reveal the real differences in opinion, uncover contradictions in thinking, and get beyond the public facade of politicians.

By using this approach, they will expose what people's true values are and how they shape their beliefs. Discover how the hierarchical structure of knowledge plays a crucial role in identifying inconsistencies and how only an honest person will take responsibility for the contradictions in their beliefs. Tune in to The Socratic Assassin: Uncovering the Truth with the Rational Egoist, and learn how to use the power of questions to sharpen your thinking and reveal the truth.

Michael Liebowitz is a philosopher, political activist, and host of the Rational Egoist podcast. He is a passionate advocate of reason and his views have been heavily influenced by the philosopher Ayn Rand. Liebowitz has dedicated his life to promoting its principles of rational self-interest, individualism, and reason. In addition to his work as a podcast host, Liebowitz is also a prominent spokesperson for the Libertarian Party for Connecticut - USA and has been involved in a number of political debates advocating for individual rights and freedoms through his YouTube videos and interviews.

Liebowitz's life story is a testament to the transformative power of the writings of Ayn Rand. After spending 25 years in prison, he was able to turn his life around by embracing the principles of rational self-interest and morality espoused by Ayn Rand. He has since become an influential voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities, using his own experience to inspire others to live their lives in accordance with reason, individualism, and self-interest. Liebowitz is also the co-author of "Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime," a book that explores the ways in which misguided societal attitudes towards punishment and rehabilitation have led to a rise in crime and recidivism. In addition to his work in politics and philosophy, Liebowitz is a regular guest on the Todd Feinburg show at WTIC, where he provides expert commentary on a range of political and social issue

The Rational Egoist: Challenging the Failures of the Prison System

In this podcast, host Michael Liebowitz engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Reece Hopkins from Reece on the radio, as they dive deep into the failures of the prison system.

They discuss how blindly accepting things can lead to complacency and how questioning the status quo is essential to bring about change. They also shed light on how the imbalance of power in the government and law-enforcement agencies is leading to corrupt practices.Reece shares his firsthand experience of being in the prison system and how it fails to provide an environment that encourages personal growth and education.

He highlights how the correction officers' attitude towards minor violations and the reward system for bad behavior can be detrimental to an individual's progress.

Through this podcast, Michael and Reece aim to create awareness about the need for a better prison system and how individuals can be empowered to make a change.

Tune in to The Rational Egoist and join the conversation on challenging the status quo and bringing about a positive change in the prison system.

Michael Liebowitz is a philosopher, political activist, and host of the Rational Egoist podcast. He is a passionate advocate of reason and his views have been heavily influenced by the philosopher Ayn Rand. Liebowitz has dedicated his life to promoting its principles of rational self-interest, individualism, and reason.

In addition to his work as a podcast host, Liebowitz is also a prominent spokesperson for the Libertarian Party for Connecticut - USA and has been involved in a number of political debates advocating for individual rights and freedoms through his YouTube videos and interviews.

Liebowitz's life story is a testament to the transformative power of the writings of Ayn Rand. After spending 25 years in prison, he was able to turn his life around by embracing the principles of rational self-interest and morality espoused by Ayn Rand.

He has since become an influential voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities, using his own experience to inspire others to live their lives in accordance with reason, individualism, and self-interest.

Liebowitz is also the co-author of "Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime," a book that explores the ways in which misguided societal attitudes towards punishment and rehabilitation have led to a rise in crime and recidivism. In addition to his work in politics and philosophy, Liebowitz is a regular guest on the Todd Feinburg show at WTIC, where he provides expert commentary on a range of political and social issues.

The Rational Egoist: Exploring Constitutional Interpretation

Epstein, however, contends that the legal system has to take a utilitarian approach due to its complexity and the need to follow precedences. The discussion delves into the role of individual rights in the legal system, the impact of public opinion on legal decisions, and the importance of sticking to the law versus principles. Through this engaging conversation, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of constitutional interpretation and the tensions between objectivism and utilitarianism in the legal system.

The Rational Egoist: Ayn Rand's Philosophy of Capitalism in the Age of Trump

In this podcast, host Michael Liebowitz examines the presidency of Donald Trump, discussing whether Trump's policies truly align with the principles of capitalism.

He examines Trump's support for minimum wage, tariffs, bailouts, and government intervention in the economy, arguing that these stances are fundamentally anti-capitalist.

Liebowitz argues that the only antidote to the rise of wokeism, political correctness, and cancel culture is Ayn Rand's philosophy of rational egoism, which advocates for individual rights, free markets, and unfettered capitalism.

Michael Liebowitz is a philosopher, political activist, and host of the Rational Egoist podcast. He is a passionate advocate of reason and his views have been heavily influenced by the philosopher Ayn Rand.

Liebowitz has dedicated his life to promoting its principles of rational self-interest, individualism, and reason. In addition to his work as a podcast host, Liebowitz is also a prominent spokesperson for the Libertarian Party for Connecticut - USA and has been involved in a number of political debates advocating for individual rights and freedoms through his YouTube videos and interviews.

Liebowitz's life story is a testament to the transformative power of the writings of Ayn Rand. After spending 25 years in prison, he was able to turn his life around by embracing the principles of rational self-interest and morality espoused by Ayn Rand.

He has since become an influential voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities, using his own experience to inspire others to live their lives in accordance with reason, individualism, and self-interest. Liebowitz is also the co-author of "Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime," a book that explores the ways in which misguided societal attitudes towards punishment and rehabilitation have led to a rise in crime and recidivism. In addition to his work in politics and philosophy, Liebowitz is a regular guest on the Todd Feinburg show at WTIC, where he provides expert commentary on a range of political and social issues.

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