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On Today's Episode –Mark starts us out talking about the Peace Accord Pres. Trump just got done, all the while, the Left keeps saying all he's doing is golfing. Brandon dives into history, about those in power getting blamed for when a shutdown happens. Is it interesting though that this Trump Narrative of him being a racist – came to fruition only after he decided to run as a Republican. We talk election, Chicago, and a bunch of other topics.Tune in for all the Fun Project 21 Ambassador Brandon Brice is a conservative political commentator from Detroit, Michigan, and a former op-ed columnist for the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, Detroit News, Washington Times, Ebony and MSNBC's The Grio.With a career spanning Capitol Hill, state government, grassroots movements and national media platforms, he has become a leading voice challenging conventional narratives and encouraging independent thought through legislative dialogue.An advocate for education reform and school choice, Brandon's media presence includes appearances on MSNBC, Fox News, CGTN America, Al Jazeera, Newsmax, C-SPAN, NPR, BET, The Daily Signal and other major outlets, where he delivers clear, solutions-driven commentary on today's most pressing political concerns, including privacy rights and agendas affecting freedom of speech.He has spoken at Princeton University, the American Enterprise Institute and the Hamilton Society, offering sharp analysis on policy, governance and civic engagement.Brandon's political career began at Howard University, where he earned his Bachelor's in Business Administration, followed by a Master's in Global Affairs from Rutgers University. While at Howard, he served on Capitol Hill under former U.S. Speaker of the House J. Dennis Hastert, gaining firsthand experience in legislative operations and federal strategy.In 2010, Brandon was appointed by New Jersey Governor Chris Christie as Director of Education and African-American Affairs, where he led early childhood education and urban development initiatives across Newark, Camden and Trenton. In 2021, he was appointed by Delaware Governor John Carney to the State Magistrate Screening Process, contributing to the review and selection of judicial candidates.Over his career, Brandon has raised more than $2 million in campaign funds and held influential fellowships with the Heritage Foundation, United Nations Foundation, National Urban League, United Way of Delaware and the Veterans Empowerment Organization of Georgia. He currently serves on the boards of the Caesar Rodney Institute, Lincoln Club of Delaware, Great Oaks Charter School and the De Mar Va Council of the Boy Scouts of America, and cofounded the 100 Black Men of Delaware Chapter. He is also a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.Brandon's voice in conservative media continues to grow as he champions economic empowerment and educational freedom. Through his on-air commentary and speaking engagements, he challenges voters to explore their full range of political choices and rethink the status quo—reminding America that true power begins with informed decision-making.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Molly Macek, director of education policy for the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. MI Democrats are considering throwing $1 billion in funding increases for schools, but Molly says that spending hikes (and decreasing the class sizes) will not fix the education system.

In this episode of The Rational Egoist, Michael Leibowitz sits down with renowned economist and historian Lawrence W. Reed to uncover the real causes and consequences of the Great Depression. Was it a failure of capitalism—or a failure of government?Drawing from decades of economic scholarship, Larry Reed dismantles the prevailing myths and reveals how misguided monetary policy, protectionism, and central planning turned a market correction into a global catastrophe. If you've ever been told that the Great Depression proves capitalism doesn't work, this episode is for you.About Our Guest:Lawrence W. (“Larry”) Reed is the former President of the Foundation for Economic Education (FEE), where he served from 2008 after a long history with the organisation dating back to the late 1970s. Before FEE, Reed spent 21 years as President of the Mackinac Center for Public Policy in Michigan and was a professor and department chair of economics at Northwood University. He remains one of the most articulate defenders of economic liberty alive today.About Michael Liebowitz – Host of The Rational EgoistMichael Liebowitz is the host of The Rational Egoist podcast, a philosopher, author, and political activist committed to the principles of reason, individualism, and rational self-interest. Deeply influenced by the philosophy of Ayn Rand, Michael uses his platform to challenge cultural dogma, expose moral contradictions, and defend the values that make human flourishing possible.His journey from a 25-year prison sentence to becoming a respected voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities is a testament to the transformative power of philosophy. Today, Michael speaks, writes, and debates passionately in defence of individual rights and intellectual clarity.He is the co-author of two compelling books that examine the failures of the correctional system and the redemptive power of moral conviction:Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Corrections Encourages Crimehttps://www.amazon.com.au/Down-Rabbit-Hole-Corrections-Encourages/dp/197448064XView from a Cage: From Convict to Crusader for Libertyhttps://books2read.com/u/4jN6xjAbout Xenia Ioannou – Producer of The Rational EgoistXenia Ioannou is the producer of The Rational Egoist, overseeing the publishing and promotion of each episode to reflect a consistent standard of clarity, professionalism, and intellectual integrity.As a CEO, property manager, entrepreneur, and lifelong advocate for capitalism and individual rights, Xenia ensures the podcast stays true to its core values of reason, freedom, and personal responsibility.Xenia also leads Capitalism and Coffee – An Objectivist Meetup in Adelaide, where passionate thinkers gather to discuss Ayn Rand's ideas and their application to life, politics, and culture.Join us at: https://www.meetup.com/adelaide-ayn-rand-meetup/(Capitalism and Coffee – An Objectivist Meetup)Because freedom is worth thinking about—and talking about.Follow Life on Purpose – Xenia's thought-provoking essays at her Substack:https://substack.com/@xeniaioannou?utm_source=user-menu

June 20, 2025 ~ Sheetz's expansion into metro Detroit faces resistance from local businesses fearing competition. Jarrett Skorup, vice president for Marketing and Communications at Mackinac Center for Public Policy, talks with Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie about what residents are arguing about this expansion to local governments.

May 29, 2025 ~ Joe Lehman, President of the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, joins Bill Schuette and Rusty Hills to discuss if Michigan should eliminate the income tax?

James Hohman, director of fiscal policy at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Whitmer for president? As a Michigan taxpayer, here's why voters should stay away.

May 22, 2025 ~ James Hohman, director of fiscal policy at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, joins Kevin to discuss his op-ed in USA Today titled “Whitmer for president? As a Michigan taxpayer, here's why voters should stay away.”

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Friday, February 21, 20254:20 pm: Tony Daunt, Senior Director of Workers for Opportunity at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy on his Deseret News piece in which he says Utah is leading the nation by prioritizing worker freedom.4:38 pm: Utah Senate President Stuart Adams joins the show for his weekly visit about the 2025 Legislative session, and today they'll discuss affordable housing, budget revenue numbers, and Salt Lake City's new police chief.6:05 pm: Shawn Fleetwood, Staff Writer for The Federalist, joins the show to discuss his recent piece about the State Leadership Initiative, a new group that, like DOGE, will work with “red states” to cut needless spending and regulations.6:20 pm: Robert McGreevy of the Daily Caller joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about his piece on how USAID, under the leadership of Joe Biden, became a slush fund for progressives on the left.6:38 pm: We'll listen back to Rod and Greg's interviews this week Paul Kengor about his piece for American Spectator on how CNN is grasping at straws to disparage President Trump, and with Brad Wilson, the newly named CEO of the 2034 Winter Olympics, on the challenges ahead in bring the games back to Salt Lake City. 

In this episode of Disunion: The Government Union Report, host David Osborne welcomes Steve Delie, Director of Labor Policy at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, to discuss the continued decline of union membership in both the private and public sectors. They explore why unionization rates are dropping despite high-profile organizing efforts, the impact of the landmark 2018 Janus decision, and how state-level labor reforms—such as opt-in policies and recertification requirements—are reshaping union influence. Steve shares key insights from data-driven research, highlighting the financial and membership challenges unions face post-Janus and what the future may hold for organized labor.Tune in for a deep dive into the numbers, policies, and legal battles shaping the public sector labor landscape.

#116: Jason Hayes discusses wildfire management (1/18/25) Mackinac Center: https://www.mackinac.org Jason Hayes: https://www.mackinac.org/about/staff/752 Jason Hayes on X: https://x.com/jasonthayes

James Hohman, director of fiscal policy at the Mackinac Center. State jobs subsidies have a 91% failure rate

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.

It's hard to take seriously a push for decarbonization that doesn't involve nuclear power and yet might impose large personal costs on individual consumers. Jason Hayes of the Mackinac Center details some of the tradeoffs involved in changing energy markets with an eye toward reducing carbon emissions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Hohman is the director of fiscal policy for The Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Corporate welfare bills being debated during lame duck.

David Guenthner, vice president for government affairs at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Protect Michigan's Presidential Votes. Lawmakers should resist National Popular Vote

Steve Delie is the director of labor policy at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Government Transparency Upended After Michigan Supreme Court Denial. The Legislature must now restore public accountability. 

The Power Hour is a weekly podcast that discusses the most interesting energy and environmental policy issues of the day with top national experts. Join Jack this week for a conversation with Jason Hayes, Director of Energy and Environment at the Mackinac Center—a leading state-based research and policy institution. Jack and Jason discuss how Washington talking points […]