Podcasts about free enterprise

In this episode of The Right Side with Doug Billings, Doug breaks down one of the clearest contrasts in American public life: the socialist Left keeps promising power to workers, but capitalism is the system that can actually give workers ownership, opportunity, and dignity.As socialist candidates gain ground in New York and the radical wing continues consuming the old Democrat Party, Doug explains why socialism remains emotionally seductive to people who feel priced out, ignored, and discouraged. But the answer isn't more government dependency. The answer is rebuilding the American understanding of work, ownership, risk, responsibility, and free enterprise.Using the reported SpaceX employee-millionaire story as the centerpiece, Doug shows why capitalism, when rooted in virtue and ownership, does something socialism never can: it lets ordinary people help build extraordinary things and share in the success. Socialism talks about workers. Capitalism can make workers owners.This is a conversation about more than economics. It's about the future of America, the dignity of work, the danger of resentment politics, and why free people still build better than bureaucrats ever will. #TheRightSide #DougBillings #Capitalism #Socialism #AmericaFirst #FreeEnterprise #Ownership #ConservativePodcast #AmericanDream #SpaceX #Workers #Freedom #Opportunity #Commusocialism #ForTheRepublic Support the show

Le 6 mars 1987, le ferry britannique Herald of Free Enterprise quitte le port de Zeebruges pour rejoindre l'Angleterre. À bord, plus de 500 passagers pensent vivre une traversée ordinaire. Pourtant, moins de deux kilomètres après son départ, le navire chavire en à peine 90 secondes. Piégés dans l'obscurité et les eaux glacées de la Manche, des centaines de passagers luttent pour survivre. Le bilan est terrible : 193 morts. Comment un ferry moderne, réputé sûr, a-t-il pu sombrer aussi rapidement par mer calme ? Derrière cette catastrophe se cachent une série d'erreurs humaines, des procédures défaillantes et une course à la rentabilité qui a fait passer la sécurité au second plan. Retour sur l'une des plus grandes tragédies maritimes de l'Europe contemporaine. Merci pour votre écoute Vous aimez l'Heure H, mais connaissez-vous La Mini Heure H https://audmns.com/YagLLiK , une version pour toute la famille.Retrouvez l'ensemble des épisodes de l'Heure H sur notre plateforme Auvio.be :https://auvio.rtbf.be/emission/22750 Intéressés par l'histoire ? Vous pourriez également aimer nos autres podcasts : Un jour dans l'Histoire : https://audmns.com/gXJWXoQL'Histoire Continue: https://audmns.com/kSbpELwAinsi que nos séries historiques :Chili, le Pays de mes Histoires : https://audmns.com/XHbnevhD-Day : https://audmns.com/JWRdPYIJoséphine Baker : https://audmns.com/wCfhoEwLa folle histoire de l'aviation : https://audmns.com/xAWjyWCLes Jeux Olympiques, l'étonnant miroir de notre Histoire : https://audmns.com/ZEIihzZMarguerite, la Voix d'une Résistante : https://audmns.com/zFDehnENapoléon, le crépuscule de l'Aigle : https://audmns.com/DcdnIUnUn Jour dans le Sport : https://audmns.com/xXlkHMHSous le sable des Pyramides : https://audmns.com/rXfVppvVous aimez les histoires racontées par Jean-Louis Lahaye ? Connaissez-vous ces podcast?Sous le sable des Pyramides : https://audmns.com/rXfVppv36 Quai des orfèvres : https://audmns.com/eUxNxyFHistoire Criminelle, les enquêtes de Scotland Yard : https://audmns.com/ZuEwXVOUn Crime, une Histoire https://audmns.com/NIhhXpYN'oubliez pas de vous y abonner pour ne rien manquer.Et si vous avez apprécié ce podcast, n'hésitez pas à nous donner des étoiles ou des commentaires, cela nous aide à le faire connaître plus largement. Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Jon Hunter joins Chris Clements for one of the most personal and reflective conversations ever recorded on Light Beer Dark Money. Chris lost his father, Bill Clements, unexpectedly in 1995 when he was just 58 years old. What began as a lung cancer diagnosis became a two-month journey that forever changed the course of his life. Jon also reflects on the loss of his larger-than-life father, Dan Hunter, who passed away from congestive heart failure in 2005, and the lessons that continue to shape him more than two decades later.  Together, Chris and Jon explore fatherhood, loss, legacy, faith, resilience, perseverance, and the enduring influence of the men who raised them. They discuss the values their fathers instilled, the wisdom that only becomes clearer with age, and the responsibility of passing those lessons on to their own sons as they navigate adulthood.  Thoughtful, emotional, and deeply human, this is a conversation about grief, gratitude, and the realization that even after they're gone, our fathers never really stop teaching us.  A poignant and memorable episode of Light Beer Dark Money you won't want to miss.  Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/ #PrattPodcasting 

Here is what you will discover on this week's episode of The GMS Podcast: 1) Anxiety, Fear, And Doubt 2) Trauma Based Mind Control 3) Doubt-Procrastination 4) Letting Go Of Control 5) Clarity And Vision 6) Focusing On Production 7) Living In The Solution *Visit This Link to Request a Free 20 Minute Coaching Session* https://www.goldenmastermind.com/coaching-call-signup/ *Connect with Jeffery* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffery.combs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffery_combs/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jefferycombs Website: https://www.goldenmastermind.com/ *Jeffery's Books*  (2019 Bestseller) The Breakthrough Factor - https://www.goldenmastermind.com/product/the-breakthrough-factor/ The Anger Factor - https://www.goldenmastermind.com/product/the-anger-factor/ The Procrastination Cure - https://www.goldenmastermind.com/product/the-procrastination-cure/ Psychologically Unemployable - https://www.goldenmastermind.com/product/psychologically-unemployable-remastered/ More Heart Than Talent - https://www.goldenmastermind.com/product/more-heart-than-talent-book/ *Other Ways to Listen to The GMS Podcast* Website: https://www.goldenmastermind.com/podcast/ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3D07Y6f Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Qd4FvC

The Herald of Free Enterprise: How a Routine Ferry Crossing Became One of Britain's Deadliest Peacetime Disasters | Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs On the night of March 6, 1987, the roll-on/roll-off ferry Herald of Free Enterprise left the Belgian port of Zeebrugge bound for Dover with nearly 500 passengers and crew aboard. Minutes after clearing the harbor, the ship rolled onto its side in shallow water, claiming 193 lives in one of the most consequential maritime disasters of the 20th century. In this episode of Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs, host Rich Napolitano traces the chain of small failures, design flaws, and operational pressures that turned a routine cross-Channel run into catastrophe. Topics discussed include the open bow doors that let the North Sea pour onto the car deck, the free surface effect that capsized the ship in under two minutes, the frantic rescue effort in freezing water, and the Sheen Inquiry that famously diagnosed the ferry operator's culture as suffering from a "disease of sloppiness." This disaster reshaped international maritime safety law and changed RO-RO ferry future designs. **

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Former Arizona Governor Doug Ducey joins Chris and Sean for a wide-ranging conversation that feels more like three old friends sharing a beer than a political interview. Ducey takes listeners back to the beginning, from building Cold Stone Creamery into a nationally recognized brand to his first foray into public service as Arizona State Treasurer and ultimately his two terms as Governor of Arizona. Chris and Sean explore the importance of understanding why you're running for office, the personal and professional challenges that come with public service, and the lessons learned from years spent navigating politics, policy, and leadership. Ducey shares insights on preparing for elected office and staying focused on principles in an increasingly polarized political environment. The conversation also dives into some of Arizona's most important policy successes, including charter schools, Education Savings Accounts (ESAs), school choice, and the critical role civic education plays in preparing the next generation of Americans. Finally, the trio examines the future of conservative ideas, political engagement, and where the country may be headed as new leaders emerge. It's an honest, thoughtful, and often humorous discussion about leadership, public service, education, and the enduring importance of faith, freedom, and free enterprise. Three Arizona conservatives. Three friends. One great conversation. Grab a cold one and join us—you won't want to miss this episode.

Sean Noble and Chris Clements are back for another episode of Light Beer Dark Money, covering politics, culture, media, and a little classic rock. Chris opens the show with a firsthand recap of Rush's return to the stage in Los Angeles, including the band's tribute to Neil Peart, the debut of new drummer Anika Nilles, and why the first show back felt like a major moment for longtime Rush fans.  From there, Sean and Chris turn to Los Angeles politics and the fallout from Spencer Pratt's campaign. Sean explains why Pratt never had a realistic path to victory in a city where Republicans make up such a small share of the electorate, but also why the campaign may still have mattered if it forces Karen Bass and city leadership to move toward his message on homelessness, public safety, and making Los Angeles livable again.  They also react to Marco Rubio's latest congressional hearing moments, including his response to Democrats trying to push a new narrative about Donald Trump's health and cognitive ability. Sean and Chris argue that Democrats are the last people who should be raising that issue after years of defending Joe Biden.  The conversation then turns to Trump's NBC interview on Iran, his “no new wars” promise, and why Sean believes preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon is one of the clearest and most consequential decisions of Trump's presidency.  Later, Sean and Chris discuss the shakeup at CBS News, Scott Pelley's firing from 60 Minutes, Barry Weiss, The Free Press, and the broader problem of liberal bias in legacy media. They also talk about why conservatives should still read and listen outside their own bubble, and why fair journalism still matters.  The episode wraps with a look at the future of the Republican Party, including Marco Rubio, JD Vance, Donald Trump's work ethic, and what leadership after Trump may look like.  Faith, freedom, free enterprise — and the weekly conversation you expect from Light Beer Dark Money.  #MarcoRubio #DonaldTrump #MediaBias #CaliforniaPolitics #Rush #FreeEnterprise  Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/ #PrattPodcasting 

Victor Riches, President and CEO of the Goldwater Institute, joins Chris Clements and Sean Noble for a timely discussion on the growing battle over water policy, economic development, and the future of Arizona. With state budget negotiations still stalled and critical policy decisions hanging in the balance, the conversation turns to Governor Katie Hobbs' ongoing opposition to budget proposals that would maintain conformity with the federal tax code—potentially impacting more than 700,000 Arizona small businesses, workers benefiting from the elimination of taxes on tips, and Social Security recipients.  Chris, Sean, and Victor also examine how water policy is increasingly being used as a tool to restrict development across the state, including major economic opportunities such as data centers, advanced manufacturing, and other job-creating investments.   They discuss the rise of NIMBY politics, the challenges facing Arizona's long-term growth, and what policymakers should be doing to balance responsible water stewardship with economic prosperity.  As one of Arizona's leading advocates for limited government, individual liberty, and free enterprise, Victor provides a thoughtful and fact-based perspective on the policy choices that will shape the state's future. We are proud to have Goldwater as a Primary Partner of our efforts at LBDM.   A must-listen conversation for anyone interested in Arizona politics, economic development, water policy, and the principles of Faith, Freedom, and Free Enterprise.  #Arizona #GoldwaterInstitute #VictorRiches #WaterPolicy #EconomicDevelopment #SmallBusiness #FaithFreedomFreeEnterprise  Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/ #PrattPodcasting 

On Tuesday, June 2nd, Lindenwood University and the Hammond Institute for Free Enterprise hosted a live debate between the top three candidates running for St. Charles County Executive, which included Steve Ehlmann, Bill Eigel, and Jason Law. NewsTalkSTL broadcast the debate from Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Missouri at the J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts at 2300 West Clay Street. The event would not have been possible without the support from our friends at Hammond Institute for Free Enterprise St. Charles County Republican Central Committee Mid Rivers NewsMagazine Lewis and Clark Pachyderms See photos, videos, and hear more podcasts from the event at https://newstalkstl.com/livedebate/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW https://newstalkstl.com/livedebate/ 0:00 SEG 1: Grant Black, director of the Hammond Institute for Free Enterprise at Lindenwood https://www.hammondinstitute.org/grant-black 17:48 SEGMENT 2: DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: What does a county executive do? || Land trust looks to offset high home prices in Webster Groves, one house at a time || A follow-up on the expanding Special Business District for Downtown Chesterfield || Groups have filed a dozen appeals to overturn the city's decision to allow a data center near the Armory in Midtown showmeinstitute.orgx.com/DavidCStokes 33:31 SEGMENT 3: Byron Keelin of Freedom Principle Missouri https://www.freedomprinciplemo.org/ https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Noble and Chris Clements are back for another episode of Light Beer Dark Money, covering a mix of politics, policy, culture, and a few personal stories from the week. They start with Texas politics and a look at James Talarico, whose repeated campaign story raises questions about authenticity, faith, and how Democrats are trying to appeal to more conservative voters. Sean and Chris also discuss Ken Paxton, the Texas Senate race, and how voters may weigh personal baggage against policy and party control. From there, they react to Bernie Sanders' proposal for the public to take a 50% stake in AI companies. The conversation turns to free enterprise, innovation, and why government ownership of emerging technology would be a dangerous mistake. They also discuss Jill Biden's new book tour and the ongoing fallout from questions about Joe Biden's health and who was really making decisions during his presidency. Later, Sean and Chris react to Marco Rubio's Senate hearing exchanges on Iran sanctions, national security, and political grandstanding. The episode wraps with a California election preview, Sean's reflections from a Hyrox race in New York, and a pop culture discussion after seeing Six on Broadway during Dylan Mulvaney's final performance. Faith, freedom, free enterprise — and the weekly conversation you expect from Light Beer Dark Money. Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/ #StarWorldwideNetworks #PrattMarketingAgency #PrattPodcasting 

On Tuesday, June 2nd, Lindenwood University and the Hammond Institute for Free Enterprise hosted a live debate between the top three candidates running for St. Charles County Executive, which included Steve Ehlmann, Bill Eigel, and Jason Law. NewsTalkSTL broadcast the debate from Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Missouri at the J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts at 2300 West Clay Street. The event would not have been possible without the support from our friends at Hammond Institute for Free Enterprise St. Charles County Republican Central Committee Mid Rivers NewsMagazine Lewis and Clark Pachyderms See photos, videos, and hear more podcasts from the event at https://newstalkstl.com/livedebate/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Dr. Tim Nash, Director of the Center for the Advancement of Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship. They discussed inflation, tariffs, and USMCA renegotiation affecting auto sales and profit margins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Day Break | Radical Left Makeover, Midterm Fight, Energy Revolt & Blue-Collar Boom --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:10 – Richard Stern, Vice President of the Plymouth Institute for Free Enterprise at Advancing American Freedom. Stern discusses the economic impact of tariffs and the proposed ROAD to Housing Act. He explains how federal policies affect housing affordability, construction costs, and economic growth. 38:15 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:15 – Dewayne Moore, grassroots activist, author, GOP strategist, and Founder/CEO of The Dewayne Moore Foundation. Moore discusses President Trump's continued dominance in Republican primary elections and what that could mean for the party's prospects heading into the midterm elections. 57:27 – Helder Toste, conservative analyst and Director of Federal Affairs for The LIBRE Initiative. Toste breaks down the race for control of Congress, examining key battleground districts, demographic trends, and factors that could shape the upcoming midterm map. 1:16:35 - Monologue 1:25:30 – Sarah Montalbano, Energy Policy Analyst at Always On Energy Research and Senior Fellow at the Independent Women's Forum Center for Energy and Conservation. Montalbano discusses rising electricity costs in Michigan and growing concerns that consumers are paying more while receiving less value. She examines energy policy, utility rates, and the debate over the state's energy future. 1:35:42 – Ed Brady, CEO of the Home Builders Institute (HBI). Brady discusses how the growth of artificial intelligence infrastructure is fueling demand for skilled trades workers. He highlights opportunities in construction, manufacturing, and other blue-collar careers as America faces a growing workforce shortage. 1:44:35 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber discusses the importance of preserving America's monuments, landmarks, and national parks. The conversation highlights civic pride, stewardship of public spaces, and efforts to maintain historic sites and monuments across the country. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 17 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/ULMlE_xv87Q

In this episode, Dr. Norman Horn speaks with Frank Clement of America's Christian Credit Union about his path into financial services, from work in education and communications to graduate study and roles at Azusa Pacific University. The two also discuss how Frank's experience with Christian schools and classical education led to his work with ACCU.They talk about ACCU's role serving churches and Christian organizations that may be turned away by mainstream banks, including examples of account closures and loan issues. Frank explains how the credit union evaluates risk for churches and schools, and we discuss the growth of Christian K–12 education and related financing needs.They also cover Frank's view that people should consider where their money is held and what it supports, since deposits are typically lent out by banks. Frank points listeners to more information about ACCU and his own profile.The Faith Ventures Podcast is part of the Christians For Liberty Network, a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute. Audio cleaned up with the Podsworth App!https://podsworth.comUse code LCI50 for 50% off your first order at Podsworth.com to clean up your voice recordings and also support LCI!

John Trobough, Republican candidate for Congress in Arizona's 1st Congressional District, joins Chris and Sean for a wide-ranging conversation about one of the most competitive House seats in the country — and one of the biggest policy fights of the next decade: artificial intelligence. Trobough brings an unusual background to the race. He is a technology business executive, former defense tech CEO, White House Presidential Innovation Fellow, and managing partner at JLA Advisors — with experience spanning software, cybersecurity, defense, telecom, enterprise technology, and AI. That gives him a front-row view of how emerging technology is reshaping national security, the economy, privacy, Big Tech power, and America's competition with China. Chris and Sean dig into what lessons policymakers should learn from the early days of the internet — what Washington got right, what it got wrong, and how those lessons should guide the coming AI revolution. Should government regulate AI more aggressively, or get out of the way so America can innovate faster than its adversaries? How should Arizona position itself in the future of AI, data centers, energy, defense manufacturing, and next-generation infrastructure? The conversation also turns to the race for AZ-01, an open seat after Congressman David Schweikert's decision to run for governor. Trobough discusses what he is hearing from voters across the Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix, and Fountain Hills, including concerns about border security, affordability, economic growth, national security, and whether Washington understands the pace of technological change. This is a timely conversation about Arizona politics, the future of AI, and what kind of leadership voters in Congressional District 1 are looking for in 2026. Learn more about John Trobough and his campaign at troboughforaz.com. #AZ01 #ArizonaPolitics #AI #BigTech #2026Election Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/ #StarWorldwideNetworks #PrattMarketingAgency #PrattPodcasting 

What does it mean to be young, faithful, and unafraid to lead in today's culture? New Notre Dame Prep graduate Camille Kayyem — daughter of frequent LBDM guest Luke Kayyem — joins Chris and Sean for an inspiring and insightful conversation about faith, leadership, identity, and the growing spiritual hunger emerging among younger generations. Camille shares her experience challenging the status quo at Notre Dame Prep, why faith has become central to how she approaches leadership and life, and how many young people today are searching for something deeper than what culture is offering them. As she prepares to head to the University of Tampa to play soccer and begin her next chapter, Camille talks candidly about the pressures facing graduates today, the importance of conviction and courage, and why young men and women are increasingly turning back toward faith, purpose, and community. An encouraging and hopeful episode for parents, students, and anyone wondering where the next generation is headed. #LightBeerDarkMoney #FaithGeneration #NextGeneration #Faith #Leadership #GenZ #ChristianLeadership #NotreDamePrep #UniversityOfTampa #Family #Culture #FreeEnterprise #Freedom #FaithAndFreedom #YoungLeaders #Podcast #ConservativePodcast #LeadershipMatters #Parenting #Soccer #ChrisAndSean #StarWorldwideNetworks #PrattMarketingAgency  Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/

How Government Dependency Destroys Freedom: America is being conditioned to believe dependency is compassion and success is selfish. In this episode, Professor Nicholas Giordano exposes how government growth, fraud, and victimhood politics are eroding self-reliance, capitalism, and the American spirit. From the Vance fraud task force uncovering massive abuse in taxpayer-funded programs to New York City's fiscal collapse and California's homelessness disaster, this episode breaks down how bloated bureaucracies fail repeatedly while demanding more money and more power. The conversation explores the dangerous connection between economic dependency and political control using the ideas of Milton Friedman and Thomas Sowell, while explaining why capitalism, personal responsibility, and self-governance remain essential to preserving liberty. What You'll Learn: How government dependency weakens freedom and expands political control  Why fraud, waste, and abuse are actively protected by the political class  What Milton Friedman and Thomas Sowell understood about economic freedom  How failed government programs continue growing despite terrible results  Why rebuilding self-reliance and accountability is essential to saving the republic  

Trump's grip on the Republican Party is no longer theoretical—it's playing out in primaries across the country. Chris and Sean break down a wild week in 2026 politics, from Rep. Thomas Massie's Kentucky primary loss to Brad Raffensperger getting knocked out in Georgia, Trump-backed wins in Indiana state Senate races, and Sen. Bill Cassidy's collapse in Louisiana. What do these races tell us about the modern GOP? Is this just Trump loyalty—or a deeper Republican realignment driven by populism, MAHA, foreign policy, and grassroots frustration with establishment Republicans?  Then the guys turn to Texas, where Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton in the U.S. Senate race against John Cornyn could either seal a MAGA victory—or make the general election much more expensive and unpredictable for Republicans.  Meanwhile, Democrats finally released their long-delayed 2024 election autopsy—and immediately tried to distance themselves from it. The report warns that Democrats lost ground with men, non-college voters, rural voters, and irregular voters, but the DNC's reaction may say even more than the report itself. Are Democrats serious about learning from 2024, or are they still avoiding the hard truths?  Plus, Chris and Sean bring it home to Arizona with the increasingly nasty AZ-01 GOP primary, where Joseph Chaplik's attack on Jay Feely over Feely's work helping Haitian men come to the U.S. sparked a major firestorm in one of the most competitive congressional districts in America.  From Trump endorsements and GOP primary wars to the DNC's messaging crisis and Arizona's toss-up House battleground, this episode of Light Beer Dark Money covers the fights shaping 2026—and the bigger political realignment heading into 2028.  #LightBeerDarkMoney #Trump #GOPPrimary #DNC #2026Midterms #KenPaxton #JohnCornyn #ThomasMassie #BillCassidy #BradRaffensperger #MAHA #ArizonaPolitics #AZ01 #JayFeely #RepublicanPrimary #Democrats #StarWorldwideNetworks #PrattMarketingAgency  Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/

Sean Noble and Chris Clements are back with a classic rant episode that jumps from Arizona governor polling to congressional staffing, redistricting warfare, Kamala Harris fantasy-land reforms, and a closing reflection on why faith is still the foundation of the American experiment. They start in Arizona, where new polling from Mike Noble shows Andy Biggs absolutely dominating the Republican primary for governor while David Schweikert trails badly. Sean and Chris do not sugarcoat it: if those numbers are real, Schweikert's campaign is over in all but name. They argue the signs are in the wrong places, the math was never there, and the whole effort now risks damaging the legacy of a congressman they otherwise respect on policy. That leads to a broader conversation about what a chief of staff is actually supposed to do, why staffing matters more than most people realize, and how much a strong operation can make or break a member of Congress. From there, they pivot to Arizona's 1st Congressional District and the Democrats' quiet primary drama. Sean breaks down why the DCCC appears to be putting its thumb on the scale for Marlene Galán-Woods over Amish Shah, and speculates that the national Democrats may be trying to manage internal identity-politics tensions as much as they are trying to win a seat. At the same time, the national redistricting picture is shifting fast. With Virginia's maps struck down, Florida already moving, and Alabama and Louisiana in play, Sean and Chris argue the House picture is no longer the lock Democrats thought it was even a couple weeks ago. Then comes a quick but telling detour through Kamala Harris and the latest round of left-wing procedural fantasies: court packing, statehood pushes, and even multi-member congressional districts. Sean uses that to make a bigger point about Congress itself — that the House is too small, too reliant on bureaucrats, and too disconnected from the actual constitutional job of legislating. It becomes one of the more thoughtful stretches of the episode: less about partisan theater and more about how the system stopped functioning the way it was designed to. The final act is the strongest. Sean and Chris talk about Michael Auslin's National Treasure, the Declaration of Independence, the founders' imperfections, and the central role of faith in the country's creation. That sets up a powerful closing clip from Marco Rubio marking the 250th anniversary of the Continental Congress's call to fasting and prayer before independence. Rubio's point — and Sean and Chris clearly agree — is that America's exceptional story cannot be understood apart from its spiritual roots. The founders were not perfect men, but they built a system grounded in providence, liberty, and the belief that a free people under God could build something history had never seen before. It is a fitting end to an episode about politics, power, and the deeper things that still hold the country together. #MarcoRubio #AndyBiggs #ArizonaPolitics #Redistricting #FaithAndFreedom #StarWorldwideNetworks #PrattMarketingAgency Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/

President Trump just handed Democrats a made-for-TV attack line — but did he also show the kind of political courage presidents are supposed to have? Chris and Sean kick off this episode with Trump's explosive comments about not weighing Americans' financial pain the same way when deciding how to stop Iran from getting a nuclear weapon. It is exactly the kind of quote Democrats will hammer from now through the midterms. But Sean argues there is another side to the story: presidents do not get to make national security decisions based only on polls, gas prices, or the next election. Sometimes the job is to protect the country now — and for decades to come — even when the politics are brutal. Then the guys turn to Trump's high-stakes visit to China and his meeting with Xi Jinping, where Iran, Taiwan, oil, trade, and American leverage all collided. With tensions rising over Taiwan, energy markets under pressure, and China looking for every advantage, the Trump-Xi summit may tell us a lot about where the world is headed — and how much room Trump really has to maneuver. Finally, Chris and Sean break down George Will's column imagining a Doug Ducey presidential run. Would the former Arizona governor be a serious national candidate? Absolutely. Is it likely to happen? The guys are far more skeptical — especially if Angela Ducey gets a vote. From Iran and China to the midterms and 2028 speculation, this episode is all about political risk, presidential judgment, and the difference between campaign talking points and governing in the real world. #Trump #Iran #China #XiJinping #Taiwan #Midterms #ForeignPolicy #NationalSecurity #DougDucey #GeorgeWill #ArizonaPolitics #LightBeerDarkMoney Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/

Faith Ventures welcomes Scott Maderer, founder of Inspired Stewardship, business coach, lay church leader, and host of the Inspired Stewardship Podcast — now over 1,800 episodes strong. Scott works with Christians in every walk of life to help them think more intentionally about how they steward their time, talent, and treasure, and how those three areas shape everything else: their relationships, their work, their finances, and their walk with God.Scott shares his journey from science degrees at Texas A&M to sixteen years in the classroom to a senior executive role in the corporate world — and the financial crisis in the middle of it all that brought him to the edge of suicide and back. He opens up about the $78,000 in debt that nearly destroyed his marriage, the Dave Ramsey broadcast that broke through at exactly the right moment, and the radical lifestyle change that paid off nearly $79,000 to the penny. He reflects on how that season reshaped everything he understands about stewardship — not as a financial concept, but as a whole-life framework for living in alignment with how God built you.The conversation then moves into Scott's coaching philosophy: the difference between what you can choose and what you can control, why so many Christians build the wrong life because they never asked the right questions first, and how to get quiet enough to actually hear God when you're facing a real decision — and then do something about what you hear.Whether you're buried in debt, burned out in a career that doesn't fit, or just trying to figure out how to align your work with the life God designed you to live, Scott's story and framework will give you both the permission and the tools to start.The Faith Ventures Podcast is part of the Christians For Liberty Network, a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute. Audio cleaned up with the Podsworth App!https://podsworth.comUse code LCI50 for 50% off your first order at Podsworth.com to clean up your voice recordings and also support LCI!

Sean Noble and Chris Clements break down a packed rant episode that starts with a rough family road-trip disaster and quickly turns into a broader conversation about collapse, credibility, and the political future of the country. What begins with Sean getting stranded in Blythe after the family truckster dies on the way back from Southern California turns into a bigger reflection on California dysfunction, the decline of Los Angeles, and why people are finally getting fed up. They spend real time on the surprising mayoral buzz around Spencer Pratt, who is tapping into the very real frustration Angelenos feel about homelessness, crime, failed leadership, and a city that has visibly deteriorated over the last several years. Sean and Chris agree that while he is saying a lot of the right things, Los Angeles is still Los Angeles, and the math is probably not there for him to win. Still, they argue he is exposing real pain in the city and could parlay that momentum into something bigger. From there, they pivot to Tucker Carlson's latest unraveling, reacting to a clip that they say perfectly captures the problem with Tucker's recent style: throwing out sweeping allegations, hinting at conspiracies, and then collapsing when pressed for even basic evidence. Sean and Chris frame it as part of the broader online sideshow around 2028, with supporters of JD Vance and Marco Rubio increasingly circling each other even though the real question is still much simpler: what shape is the country in when Trump leaves office? They also get into the real electoral stakes ahead, including redistricting shifts in Virginia, Florida, Alabama, and Louisiana, and what those changes could mean for the House map. Their argument is that Republicans still have a path to limit losses or even outperform expectations, but only if they stop the infighting and actually deliver on the agenda they were elected to pass. Then comes a classic AOC segment. Sean and Chris react to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez claiming that billionaires cannot “earn” a billion dollars, using it as an example of how the hard left fundamentally misunderstands free enterprise, value creation, and the American system itself. For them, it is not just bad economics. It is a worldview that sees success as theft and treats prosperity as something government should confiscate. They wrap with Arizona news on Kari Lake's nomination for ambassador to Jamaica, a little skepticism about what that means politically, and then close on what Chris sees as the real headline of the future: Marco Rubio. Rubio's answer about America, its imperfect but exceptional history, and its story of continuous improvement leaves both hosts convinced he is the most compelling Republican voice for 2028. It is a strong finish to an episode about political competence, cultural decline, and why the country still needs leaders who can articulate what makes America worth defending. #MarcoRubio #AOC #LosAngeles #TuckerCarlson #KariLake Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/

Distinguished Hoover Institution scholar Michael Auslin joins Chris and Sean to discuss his powerful new book, National Treasure, which explores the turbulent and uncertain beginnings of the United States. Far from a guaranteed success story, America's founding was marked by division, sacrifice, risk, and extraordinary courage. Auslin unpacks the personalities, principles, and perilous moments that shaped the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the Republic — reminding us that the American experiment was never inevitable. Chris, Sean, and Michael also dive into the modern misperceptions and misunderstandings surrounding America's history and why attempting to erase or ignore the travesties of the past also ignores the extraordinary strides the nation made in continuing to form “a more perfect Union” — a mission that remains unfinished and essential today. This is a timely discussion about Faith, Freedom, and Free Enterprise — the founding principles that shaped the American experiment and continue to define the nation's civic and cultural identity nearly 250 years later. As America approaches its semi-quincentennial, this conversation examines not only where the country began, but what it must preserve moving forward. #LightBeerDarkMoney #MichaelAuslin #NationalTreasure #AmericanHistory #DeclarationOfIndependence #FoundingFathers #FaithFreedomFreeEnterprise #Patriotism #Constitution #AmericanExperiment #Freedom #Liberty #CivicEducation #HistoryMatters #HooverInstitution #TheAmericanMind #Faith #FreeEnterprise #Politics #Culture #UnitedStates #1776 #America250 #Podcast #PoliticalPodcast #ChrisAndSean #FoundingPrinciples #MorePerfectUnion #AmericanExceptionalism Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/

Back in 1966, a little science fiction show boldly went where no television series had gone before. To celebrate the 60th anniversary of Star Trek: The Original Series, we assembled a pod dedicated to the show that changed TV with its swashbuckling adventure, big ideas, and thoughtful morality tales. We discuss the initial vision for the series and the unforgettable cast who brought it to life — including William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, Nichelle Nichols, and the rest of that legendary bridge crew. Along the way, we revisit our favorite episodes like “Amok Time” and “The Enemy Within,” and explore why these stories still hold up.  We also shout-out parodies and homages to Trek like Galaxy Quest, Free Enterprise, and the chilling Black Mirror episode “USS Callister.” So grab your communicator, set phasers to fun, and join us as we celebrate sixty years of Star Trek: The Original Series! Special guest host: Warren Drummond (Los Angeles-based storyboard artist and author of "A Hard Day's Work.") Special featured guests: RobinTreks, Harley M, and Thomas N. Perkins. 

The fight for control of the U.S. House is no longer just about candidates, fundraising, or the national mood. It is increasingly about the maps. In this episode of Light Beer Dark Money, Chris and Sean break down the fast-moving redistricting war reshaping American politics in real time. Florida has signed a new congressional map that could net Republicans four additional House seats, while Virginia voters approved a mid-decade redistricting plan that could help Democrats pick up as many as four seats—if it survives ongoing legal challenges. The stakes got even bigger after the Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais, a major Voting Rights Act case that narrowed how states can use race when drawing congressional districts. The Court held that Louisiana's second majority-Black district was an unconstitutional racial gerrymander and said Section 2 compliance, as properly understood, did not justify that map. That ruling could unlock a new wave of redistricting fights across the South and beyond. Then there's Indiana, where the primary results sent a national message: Trump-backed challengers defeated most of the Republican state senators who blocked a congressional redistricting push. AP reported that at least five of seven Trump-endorsed challengers won, with one incumbent surviving and one race still too close to call at the time of reporting—turning a state legislative primary into a referendum on redistricting, party discipline, and control of Congress. And all of this may be just the opening act. After the 2030 census, reapportionment could shift more House seats and Electoral College votes toward fast-growing Sun Belt states. Current projections show major potential gains in the South, with Texas, Florida, and North Carolina especially important to watch, while states such as California, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and others could lose representation. If today's partisan coalitions hold, that could reshape the 2032 presidential map and the congressional battlefield for the decade that follows. This episode connects the dots between the Supreme Court, state legislatures, primary elections, the 2030 census, and the future of the House majority. The redistricting wars are here—and they may define American politics through 2032 and beyond. Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/

Faith Ventures welcomes David Forster, serial entrepreneur, founder of Bike It Out, and certified brain fitness coach helping entrepreneurs sharpen their mental edge through movement, recovery, and systems thinking. David has built and sold multiple businesses — from landscape companies to a retail bicycle shop — and now combines his background in kinesiology, operations consulting, and faith to help high-capacity leaders perform at their best without burning out.David shares his journey from accidental hamster breeder to landscape entrepreneur to bike shop owner, including the moment he felt God tell him to put down a dream he had worked hard to build and what obedience to that call did for his marriage and his walk with God. He opens up about the ride that changed everything: one hour on a bike that cleared years of accumulated stress and showed him what it felt like to think clearly again. That experience became the foundation for Bike It Out and his cycling-based protocols for mental clarity, cortisol recovery, and brain fitness.The conversation then turns to the theological distinction David draws between stewardship and ownership in business: why most Christian entrepreneurs confuse the two, what it means to put God in the owner's seat of your org chart, and how the parable of the talents becomes an accountability framework when you actually believe it applies to your P&L.Whether you're an entrepreneur wrestling with stress and burnout, a Christian business owner who wants to think more clearly about what stewardship really demands, or someone who just needs a good reason to get back on the bike hanging on your wall, this episode will challenge and encourage you.The Faith Ventures Podcast is part of the Christians For Liberty Network, a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute. Audio cleaned up with the Podsworth App!https://podsworth.comUse code LCI50 for 50% off your first order at Podsworth.com to clean up your voice recordings and also support LCI!

Former Arizona Congressman John Shadegg joins Chris and Sean for the first episode in a new Light Beer Dark Money series: “How to Win an Election.” Shadegg brings a rare perspective: he served eight terms in Congress representing Arizona, grew up inside one of the most influential political families in the state, and is now working to update his father Stephen C. Shadegg's classic 1964 campaign book, How to Win an Election: The Art of Political Victory. This conversation is about something too many candidates never really learn: running for office is not the same thing as wanting to hold office. John Shadegg explains why candidates must understand the mechanics, discipline, message, voter contact, and emotional grind of actually winning a campaign. Chris and Sean dig into Stephen Shadegg's original campaign philosophy, written long before social media, text messaging, microtargeting, and cable news — but still surprisingly relevant today. The 1964 book treated campaigns as a craft: candidate preparation, voter psychology, message clarity, organization, persuasion, and relentless execution. In many ways, Shadegg's old-school lessons are even more important in a political era where too many campaigns outsource the hard work to consultants, analytics, and paid media. John argues that consultants have, in some ways, weakened the art of campaigning by letting candidates believe the “experts” can win it for them. But the candidate still has to carry the message, understand the voters, make the ask, and do the work. If you care about politics, campaign strategy, Arizona elections, conservative politics, or what it actually takes to win public office, this is a must-listen. #LightBeerDarkMoney #HowToWinAnElection #JohnShadegg #StephenShadegg #CampaignStrategy #ArizonaPolitics #PoliticalCampaigns #ElectionStrategy #ConservativePolitics #GOPPolitics #CampaignConsultants #PoliticalPodcast #GrassrootsPolitics #CandidateTraining #WinningElections Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/

Luke Kayyem joins Chris and Sean for a forward-looking conversation on Fathers of the Future—what it means to lead, provide, and model strength in a rapidly changing world. They explore the evolving role of fatherhood, the cultural pressures facing families today, and why intentional leadership at home has never mattered more. The conversation also goes deeper—into the reality that much of the mental health crisis facing men today is not just emotional or psychological, but spiritual. Luke, along with Chris and Sean, recognizes the importance of addressing the spiritual battle within. They discuss how many men are fighting struggles that can't be solved by surface-level fixes alone, and how confession, accountability, and a renewed commitment to faith can play a critical role in true restoration and clarity of purpose. Luke is also sponsoring a powerful Walk & Talk for Men's Mental Health this Sunday, May 3rd, beginning at Chaparral Christian Church on Shea Boulevard in Scottsdale. From there, men of all ages will walk approximately 10 miles to Optimize Fitness in Old Town Scottsdale—sharing stories, building brotherhood, and encouraging one another along the way. This is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the crisis of fatherhood and the role of men in our society—a conversation rooted in purpose, responsibility, brotherhood, and the importance of showing up for the next generation. Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/

Lincoln and Mark discuss the 2026 LIBA Celebration of Free Enterprise and then transition to the economic realities facing business and government.

In this episode of the Faith Ventures Podcast, Dr. Norman Horn chats with Jason Heinritz, Hall of Fame direct sales manager and Leader Impact Director at Life Church Northwest in Kirkland, Washington. Jason shares his transformative journey from personal success to serving God, emphasizing perseverance and the importance of faith. He discusses how becoming a husband and father reshaped his priorities and led to a career shift focused on spiritual growth. Norman and Jason also explore Jason's book, "Wake Up Jesus People," which offers insights on fostering spiritual disciplines. Jason encourages listeners to engage deeply with their faith and support one another in their communities.The Faith Ventures Podcast is part of the Christians For Liberty Network, a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute. Audio cleaned up with the Podsworth App!https://podsworth.comUse code LCI50 for 50% off your first order at Podsworth.com to clean up your voice recordings and also support LCI!

In Fright Bites – EP01: The Ship on the School Field, a chilling true paranormal story explores a possible premonition dream that appeared to predict a real-life disaster. In February 1987, two friends spend the evening together before one wakes suddenly in the night after a vivid and disturbing dream. In the dream, he stands alone on a school field when a huge red and white ship suddenly appears, floating impossibly on the grass. Moments later, it begins to tip onto its side as people scream and chaos unfolds.Two weeks later, the Herald of Free Enterprise ferry disaster occurs after leaving Zeebrugge harbour. The ship capsizes, rolling onto its side, matching the colours, details, and events described in the dream. The striking similarities raise questions about precognition, premonitions, time slips, and unexplained psychic phenomena.This episode features a true paranormal story, premonition dream, real unexplained event, possible psychic experience, and a disturbing true scary story connected to a real historical tragedy. A chilling account of a dream that may have glimpsed the future before it happened.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/haunted-uk-podcast-ghosts-poltergeists-ufo-s-and-strange-creatures--6759967/support.Enter the world of Haunted UK Podcast, where we explore ghosts, poltergeists, UFOs, strange creatures, and the unexplained from across the UK and beyond.Website:https://hauntedukpodcast.comFollow Haunted UK Podcast:Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/hauntedukpodcast/X — https://x.com/HauntedUKPodYouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@HauntedUKPodcast1974Support the show:Patreon — https://www.patreon.com/cw/HauntedUKPodcastKo-fi — https://ko-fi.com/hauntedukpodcastListen on:Apple Podcasts — https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/haunted-uk-podcast-ghosts-poltergeists-ufos-and/id1571182283Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/4nzMpgYfGo7B8RUaMr8Hzm?si=0e5902c52e70480aContact:contactus@hauntedukpodcast.com

The political world was abuzz Sunday night at the devastating defeat pro-Putin post-liberal, Viktor Orbán, suffered in Hungary's national election. Some on the American right have mistakenly cozied up to Orbán, finding some compatibility with his occasional messages about social values. But alas, even beyond the confused moral messaging, what did Orbán in is what will do all “new right” illiberals in -- a disdain for the freedom and opportunity of a market economy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Norman Horn sits down with renowned author and investor, David Bahnsen. Together, they explore the intersection of Christian faith, work, and economic stewardship in today's marketplace. David Bahnsen shares his personal journey from the son of a theologian to building a successful career in investment management and opens up about how his faith has shaped his approach to business and money. The discussion dives into how Christians often misunderstand economics, the intrinsic value of work, and the deeper meaning behind financial investment. They touch on topics like biblical stewardship, market ethics, and the importance of integrating faith with everyday vocational decisions. Whether you're an entrepreneur, professional, or simply curious about how faith influences your financial worldview, this episode offers wisdom, challenge, and practical insight.

Aimee Yentes, Vice President of Arizona Free Enterprise Club joins me with a tax update. Governor Hobbs vetoed a bill that would have saved Arizonan's millions. So what's the next step? And what about the looming tax deadline? Plus, other states are attracting massive capital because they have eliminated their state income tax. Will Arizona follow suit?

This week: The American Economy at the crossroads. Are tariffs leading the way back to the re-industrialization of the country or hurting the average consumer? Taking sides in the debate are Mark DiPlacido, policy advisor at American Compass and Richard Stern, Vice President of the Plymouth Institute for Free Enterprise at Advancing American Freedom. Video […]

In this thought-provoking episode of Faith Ventures Podcast, host Norman Horn sits down with Robin John, guest author and CEO at Eventide Financial, to explore what it truly means to honor God in the world of investing and business. Robin shares his inspiring journey from a childhood in rural India to leading a Christian investment firm in the United States, challenging the "sacred-secular" divide and showing how every vocation—including investing—can be a meaningful expression of faith.Drawing on the principles outlined in his book, "The Good Investor," Robin discusses the biblical foundations for ethical business, the power Christians have to shape the marketplace, and practical ways believers can align their investments with their values. The conversation touches on real-world victories and tough lessons, from engaging companies on issues like slave labor in supply chains to transforming retirement portfolios to better reflect Christian ethics.Whether you're an investor, a professional, or simply seeking to do good through your daily work, this episode offers wisdom, encouragement, and actionable steps on living out your faith in every area of life.GUEST BIO:Robin John was born in a small village in Kerala, India, and immigrated to the United States at the age of eight. Robin's family arrived in Boston as the only Indian family in an Irish and Italian neighborhood. After graduating from Tufts University, Robin entered the corporate world, where he recognized the immense power businesses hold to create value and blessings—or to cause harm and distress. Robin is the cofounder and CEO of Eventide, an asset management firm dedicated to honoring God and investing in companies that create compelling value for the common good. Eventide has become one of the largest faith-based asset managers, inspiring individuals to embrace “investing that makes the world rejoice.” Robin and his wife Jaunita have four children, who enrich and bring much joy to their lives. Together, they cofounded Darsha Academy, a girls' school in southern India committed to educating and empowering young women in science and enabling them to reach their full potential. Robin also serves on the boards of Made to Flourish and the Derby Entrepreneurship Advisory Board at Tufts University. Robin and Jaunita are faithful members of their church. In his free time, Robin enjoys playing basketball and spending time with his family.

Tim Busch argues that free enterprise, rightly understood and ordered toward serving others, is divinely inspired and essential to human dignity, creativity, and human flourishing.Follow The Believe! Journal:Instagram ⁠⁠FacebookX ⁠⁠LinkedInVisit thebelievejournal.com for more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thebelievejournal.com

Fr. Robert Sirico asserts that strong economies grow out of strong cultures, where free enterprise is animated by kindness, responsibility, and care for one another.Follow The Believe! Journal:Instagram ⁠⁠FacebookX ⁠⁠LinkedInVisit thebelievejournal.com for more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thebelievejournal.com

Having grown up in a small-business family, I'm a big proponent of free enterprise. But I detest corporatism.The corporate powers try to co-opt the enterprise label, but in fact they are direct opposites and opponents. Indeed, the word “free” in free enterprise is not a benign adjective, but a fiery verb. It expresses the constant struggle by families like mine – Main Street businesses, farmers, artists, co-ops, and others – to free-up their enterprises from the monopoly control and raw political force of domineering financial elites.That's why I admire the spunk of Azalea Fresh Market in Atlanta, Georgia. It's a new supermarket offering high-quality fresh foods at affordable prices to the people in a poor, inner-city neighborhood. Until Azalea opened, a few sad convenience store bananas were the only “fresh” grocery items sold in the area. City officials kept trying to entice major corporate grocery chains to open a store to serve that community. But it was always “no.” Mayor Andre Dickens says: “That totally burned me up.” So, “Screw it,” he declared, “We're gonna do it ourselves.”And they have! Partnering with a small local chain of enterprising grocers, Atlanta's public development fund financed Azalea, which is now providing good food at good prices for customers long disdained by corporatists.Corporate ideologues mindlessly bark that the public should not be involved in business. Hogwash! When the corporate establishment fails to deliver such basic needs as healthy food, housing and health care, the public can – and must – step into the void. To learn more about the benefits and potential of public enterprises, go to Institute for Local Self-Reliance: ilsr.org.Jim Hightower's Lowdown is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jimhightower.substack.com/subscribe

THIS VOYAGE, the Decksperts MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture), ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) are joined by LORD OF THE RINGS stars JOHN RHYS-DAVIES (Raiders of The Lost Ark,Shogun) and LAWRENCE MAKOARE (Die Another Day) to talk about the one ring to rule them all (and, of course, it wouldn't be Deck 78 without the requisite 007 discussion as well). **Join us on our new INGLORIOUS TREKSPERTS DISCORD Channel at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/7kgmJSExeh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO TREKSPERTS PLUS TODAY... and get every episode of INGLORIOUS TREKSPERTS commercial free and one-week early along with our new podcast, INGLORIOUS TREKSPERTS presents DECK 78 along with additional bonus content and surprises all season long + SUBSCRIBER ONLY episodes as well. For more details, visit trekkspertsplus.com. Learn all that is learnable about Star Trek in Mark A. Altman & Edward Gross' THE FIFTY-YEAR MISSION, available in hardcover, paperback, digital and audio from St. Maritn's Press. Follow Inglorious Treksperts at @inglorioustrek on Twitter, Facebook and at @inglorioustreksperts on Instagram. And now follow the Treksperts Briefing Room at @trekspertsBR, an entirely separate Twitter & Instagram feed.

The first English settlers in America learned a hard lesson about socialist economics in the early years of their new colonies as they faced starvation. Once they embraced free enterprise, however, they had something to be thankful for.Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/thanksgiving-celebration-free-enterprise

In the wilderness of the New World, the Plymouth Pilgrims had progressed from the false dream of communism to the sound realism of capitalism.Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/thanksgiving-celebrating-birth-american-free-enterprise

THIS VOYAGE, the Decksperts MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture), ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) are joined by CHRIS BARTLETT, the newest man behind the C-3PO mask as well as multiple aliens from a thousand worlds in THE MANDALORIAN. Enjoy this conversation about a galaxy, far, far away, only on DECK 78. **Join us on our new INGLORIOUS TREKSPERTS DISCORD Channel at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/7kgmJSExeh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO TREKSPERTS PLUS TODAY... and get every episode of INGLORIOUS TREKSPERTS commercial free and one-week early along with our new podcast, INGLORIOUS TREKSPERTS presents DECK 78 along with additional bonus content and surprises all season long + SUBSCRIBER ONLY episodes as well.For more details, visit trekkspertsplus.com. Learn all that is learnable about Star Trek in Mark A. Altman & Edward Gross' THE FIFTY-YEAR MISSION, available in hardcover, paperback, digital and audio from St. Maritn's Press. Follow Inglorious Treksperts at @inglorioustrek on Twitter, Facebook and at @inglorioustreksperts on Instagram. And now follow the Treksperts Briefing Room at @trekspertsBR, an entirely separate Twitter & Instagram feed.

THIS VOYAGE, the Decksperts MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture), ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) are joined by the man of a million voices, ROSS MARQUAND, to talk about his work on The Walking Dead, Avengers Endgame and his long VoiceOver career. **Join us on our new INGLORIOUS TREKSPERTS DISCORD Channel at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/7kgmJSExeh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO TREKSPERTS PLUS TODAY... and get every episode of INGLORIOUS TREKSPERTS commercial free and one-week early along with our new podcast, INGLORIOUS TREKSPERTS presents DECK 78 along with additional bonus content and surprises all season long + SUBSCRIBER ONLY episodes as well.For more details, visit trekkspertsplus.com. Learn all that is learnable about Star Trek in Mark A. Altman & Edward Gross' THE FIFTY-YEAR MISSION, available in hardcover, paperback, digital and audio from St. Maritn's Press. Follow Inglorious Treksperts at @inglorioustrek on Twitter, Facebook and at @inglorioustreksperts on Instagram. And now follow the Treksperts Briefing Room at @trekspertsBR, an entirely separate Twitter & Instagram feed.