Podcast appearances and mentions of Robert E Wright

This week our guest is author and JAR contributor Robert E. Wright. In the years leading to the American Revolution, British fiscal policy was a leading factor of unrest in the colonies. As Robert Wright shows, taxes were just the beginning. For more information visit www.allthingsliberty.com

LESSONS FOR THE DISNEY BOARD: 1/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.  Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.  Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they reallyserve.  These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.  If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBetsphenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss. 1956 SUKARNO AT DISNEYLAND

LESSONS FOR THE DISNEY BOARD: 2/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.  Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.  Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they reallyserve.  These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.  If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss. 1957 DISNEYLAND

LESSONS FOR THE DISNEY BOARD: 3/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.  Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.  Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they reallyserve.  These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.  If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss. 1957 DISNEY

LESSONS FOR THE DISNEY BOARD: 4/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.  Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.  Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they reallyserve.  These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.  If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss. 1940-1980 WALT DISNEY STUDIOS

When it comes to uncertainty in the classroom, it's rare to see a professor who doesn't double down and pontificate to his or her students. Robert E. Wright suggests trying humble, positive modeling instead. Are you really living your own life or are you simply acting as a placeholder in someone else's script? Paul Rosenberg explains the importance of dropping out of dreams and rediscovering ourselves. If you haven't subscribed to Barry Brownstein's substack, you are missing out on a treasure trove of wisdom. His latest essay explains how to remain free, we must make the ordinary meaningful. Article of the Day: What does America risk with the losing of small, rural communities? Walker Larson shares some powerful insights from Wendell Berry's novel Jayber Crow to help illustrate what's at stake. Sponsors: Life Saving Food  Fifty Two Seven Alliance Iron Sight Brewing Co. Quilt & Sew

On today's show, economist Robert E. Wright comments on the economy, US politics, CBDCs, 'Disease X' and more. GUEST OVERVIEW: Robert E. Wright has written over two dozen books and articles on various topics, such as history, business, policy, and philosophy. He has taught business, economics, and policy courses at Augustana University, NYU's Stern School of Business, Temple University, the University of Virginia, and elsewhere since taking his Ph.D. in History from SUNY Buffalo in 1997. Robert was formerly a Senior Research Faculty at the American Institute for Economic Research. He is currently a Lecturer in Economics at Central Michigan University.

DISSENT ON WALL STREET: 1/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.  Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.  Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they really serve.  These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.  If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss. 1940S LINCOLN ZEPHYR

DISSENT ON WALL STREET: 3/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.  Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.  Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they really serve.  These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.  If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss. 1915 JP MORGAN BUILDING

DISSENT ON WALL STREET: 4/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.  Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.  Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they really serve.  These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.  If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss. 1908 ST. REGIS

Drug companies that market directly to consumers may not be actually doing the public a favor. Robert E. Wright has the red pill for pill ad headaches. Most people can see the wisdom of keeping church and state separate. Ron Paul says it's time to separate tech and state to preserve what remains of our freedoms. What exactly is it about masculinity that enrages activists on the left? Dex Bahr says it's a classic example of individuals being offended by reality. Weaning ourselves off fast food and adopting a more traditional home-cooked diet is a worthwhile aspiration. Cadence McManimon recommends some easy swaps for the aspiring ancestral kitchen. Article of the Day: The old saw about how the left can't handle being laughed at appears to contain more than trace amounts of truth. Igor Chudov describes how some Australian political scientists now claim that humor is a danger to 'our democracy.' Sponsors: Life Saving Food  TMCP Nation Climbing Upward Quilt & Sew

OLD BOYS FLABBERGASTED: 3/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.  Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.  Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they really serve.  These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.  If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss. PHOTO:  1942 NYT newsroom NO KNOWN RESTRICTIONS ON PUBLICATION. @BATCHELORSHOW

OLD BOYS FLABBERGASTED: 4/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.  Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.  Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they really serve.  These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.  If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss. PHOTO:  1936 NYC NO KNOWN RESTRICTIONS ON PUBLICATION. @BATCHELORSHOW

OLD BOYS FLABBERGASTED: 1/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.  Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.  Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they really serve.  These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.  If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss. PHOTO:  1932 NYC NO KNOWN RESTRICTIONS ON PUBLICATION. @BATCHELORSHOW

OLD BOYS FLABBERGASTED: 2/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.  Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.  Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they really serve.  These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.  If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss. PHOTO:  1936 NYC NO KNOWN RESTRICTIONS ON PUBLICATION. @BATCHELORSHOW

Essay 71: Principle of Money With Intrinsic Value and Standards of Weights and Measures, Printing Money by Robert E. Wright. Click here to explore our 2023 90-Day Study: First Principles of the American Founding.

I'm back from a 10 day hiatus and boy do I have a lot to get off my chest. My sincere thanks to those of you who reached out to me during my absence to see if I was okay. That means a lot to me. Monetary policy affects anyone who uses money, so it's strange how few people spend much time contemplating it. Robert E. Wright provides some needed historical perspective on how Imperial monetary policy helped drive America's move toward independence. No one enjoys suffering, yet it's an inescapable part of life. Paul Rosenberg explains why suffering is required if you're going to live in any way other than what those in authority prescribe. While we were celebrating our independence, a federal judge issued a decisive smackdown to federal agencies that seek to collude with social media companies to create a Ministry of Truth. If backdoor censorship is something that concerns you, this is some very good news. You may not think of yourself as a revolutionary. Yet, as Daisy Luther points out, anything you do that bolsters your independence is considered a revolutionary act by those who wish to control you. Sponsors: Monticello College Life Saving Food  TMCP Nation Climbing Upward

I'm back from a 10 day hiatus and boy do I have a lot to get off my chest. My sincere thanks to those of you who reached out to me during my absence to see if I was okay. That means a lot to me. Monetary policy affects anyone who uses money, so it's strange how few people spend much time contemplating it. Robert E. Wright provides some needed historical perspective on how Imperial monetary policy helped drive America's move toward independence. No one enjoys suffering, yet it's an inescapable part of life. Paul Rosenberg explains why suffering is required if you're going to live in any way other than what those in authority prescribe. While we were celebrating our independence, a federal judge issued a decisive smackdown to federal agencies that seek to collude with social media companies to create a Ministry of Truth. If backdoor censorship is something that concerns you, this is some very good news. You may not think of yourself as a revolutionary. Yet, as Daisy Luther points out, anything you do that bolsters your independence is considered a revolutionary act by those who wish to control you. Sponsors: Monticello College Life Saving Food  TMCP Nation Climbing Upward --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/loving-liberty/support

Eric Peters from Eric Peters Autos joins me for our weekly freedom therapy session. When individuals make an effort to "love one another" as God commands, it can be a source of great beauty. Paul Rosenberg explains why this is easy to say but hard to put into actual practice. Rule of, by and for the people is what most people mean when they say "democracy." Robert E. Wright says we can save this kind authentic democracy by ending the government's compulsory monopoly. Gone are the days when there was a pretense of fairness on the part of mainstream media. Tim Hartnett spells out the one-side-fits-all approach of those who feel the stakes are too high to play fair anymore. There comes a point where the departure from reality becomes a conscious embrace of evil. James Howard Kunstler says it's time to call the exorcist. Sponsors: Monticello College Life Saving Food  Bereli TMCP Nation

Eric Peters from Eric Peters Autos joins me for our weekly freedom therapy session. When individuals make an effort to "love one another" as God commands, it can be a source of great beauty. Paul Rosenberg explains why this is easy to say but hard to put into actual practice. Rule of, by and for the people is what most people mean when they say "democracy." Robert E. Wright says we can save this kind authentic democracy by ending the government's compulsory monopoly. Gone are the days when there was a pretense of fairness on the part of mainstream media. Tim Hartnett spells out the one-side-fits-all approach of those who feel the stakes are too high to play fair anymore. There comes a point where the departure from reality becomes a conscious embrace of evil. James Howard Kunstler says it's time to call the exorcist. Sponsors: Monticello College Life Saving Food  Bereli TMCP Nation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/loving-liberty/support

Photo: No known restrictions on publication. @Batchelorshow New York 1832 4/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement Hardcover – August 30, 2022  by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.   Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.   Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they really serve.   These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.   If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss.

Photo: No known restrictions on publication. @Batchelorshow 1915 Morgan building partner office 1/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement Hardcover – August 30, 2022  by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.   Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.   Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they really serve.   These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.   If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss.

Photo: No known restrictions on publication. @Batchelorshow Morgan 1915 2/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement Hardcover – August 30, 2022  by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.   Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.   Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they really serve.   These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.   If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss.

Photo: No known restrictions on publication. @Batchelorshow Morgan 1915 3/4: Fearless: Wilma Soss and America's Forgotten Investor Movement Hardcover – August 30, 2022  by  Robert E. Wright  (Author), Janice Traflet  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Americas-Forgotten-Investor-Movement/dp/1958682306 Shareholder activist Wilma Soss rocketed to fame in the 1950s fighting for the rights of the individual investor. But over the years, her legacy was almost forgotten.   Based on archival documents, this is the true story of how a disparate group of activist investors-from a PR star to a Holocaust survivor-found each other and became the advocates Fortune 500 management loved to hate.   Soss and her band of activists, including the incomparable Evelyn Y. Davis, leveraged the media to promote the rights of small shareholders. The idea was simple: buy one share of stock to gain access to shareholder meetings and remind management whom they really serve.   These "corporate gadflies" were determined to speak their minds, even if it meant bringing their own megaphones or being dragged out of public meetings. But their message was undeniable, and ultimately changed corporate America for the better. Increased opportunities in the workplace, improved shareholder voting rights and greater corporate transparency were just some of the reforms Wilma Soss and her Federation kicked off in the post-war era.   If you're looking for the intellectual heritage of 2021's WallStreetBets phenomenon or the reason Fearless Girl stands as a symbol of American optimism today, look no further than the life, times and efforts of the fearless shareholder activist, Wilma Soss.

Every time it seems things can't get more bizarre, the Universe pulls another "hold my beer" moment on us. John Green describes what we're going through as a pandemic of cognitive dissonance as we try to navigate conflicting assertions and realities. The risks of a central bank digital currency are plentiful. Robert E. Wright reminds us that CBDCs would not be money in the sense used in the Constitution. Money issues are taking a backseat right now to the growing culture war but don't get complacent. Daisy Luther warns that, while everyone's distracted, the dollar is dying. John Pulver joins me to talk about how to lose that feeling of helplessness when the world seems to be spinning out of control. If you're serious about choosing your future self, consider spending some time on his website. Sponsors: Monticello College Life Saving Food  Bereli TMCP Nation

Every time it seems things can't get more bizarre, the Universe pulls another "hold my beer" moment on us. John Green describes what we're going through as a pandemic of cognitive dissonance as we try to navigate conflicting assertions and realities. The risks of a central bank digital currency are plentiful. Robert E. Wright reminds us that CBDCs would not be money in the sense used in the Constitution. Money issues are taking a backseat right now to the growing culture war but don't get complacent. Daisy Luther warns that, while everyone's distracted, the dollar is dying. John Pulver joins me to talk about how to lose that feeling of helplessness when the world seems to be spinning out of control. If you're serious about choosing your future self, consider spending some time on his website. Sponsors: Monticello College Life Saving Food  Bereli TMCP Nation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/loving-liberty/support

You've likely heard about the failure of Silicon Valley Bank and wondered what it means. Jeffrey A. Tucker says the collapse of SVB portends real dangers just ahead. If a banking collapse has begun, why now? As Alexandra Bruce points out, it's not like there are a number of inconvenient truths from which we need to be distracted. Anthony Fauci may yet go down in history as one of the greatest unelected tyrants of all time. To understand how people like Fauci come to power, check out Robert E. Wright's essay on Faucism's New Deal origins. As crazy as things are getting, there's plenty of reason to remain optimistic. J.B. Shurk has a powerful message about liberting ourselves from dystopia. It starts with increasing our commitment to truth. With all the carnage that arose during the covid lockdowns, some clear lessons have emerged. John Tamny reminds us that is that freedom is always the answer--regardless of virus origins. Sponsors: Monticello College Life Saving Food  Bereli TMCP Nation

You've likely heard about the failure of Silicon Valley Bank and wondered what it means. Jeffrey A. Tucker says the collapse of SVB portends real dangers just ahead. If a banking collapse has begun, why now? As Alexandra Bruce points out, it's not like there are a number of inconvenient truths from which we need to be distracted. Anthony Fauci may yet go down in history as one of the greatest unelected tyrants of all time. To understand how people like Fauci come to power, check out Robert E. Wright's essay on Faucism's New Deal origins. As crazy as things are getting, there's plenty of reason to remain optimistic. J.B. Shurk has a powerful message about liberting ourselves from dystopia. It starts with increasing our commitment to truth. With all the carnage that arose during the covid lockdowns, some clear lessons have emerged. John Tamny reminds us that is that freedom is always the answer--regardless of virus origins. Sponsors: Monticello College Life Saving Food Bereli TMCP Nation --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support

To understand the reality of the Great Depression, it's helpful to look at how the nation struggled to feed itself. Robert E. Wright shares the not-so-great depression diet. One of the most overlooked and valuable freedoms we have is our freedom of association. Eric Peters says it's an accurate measurement of whether we are free or not. The challenges before us are significant. As Henry Hazlitt would put it: The times call for courage, truth-telling and hard work. The modern version of labeling someone as a heretic is to call them a "denier." Thomas Buckley has the lowdown on how denialism is a woke way to stifle dissent. We're getting into the the thick of our current Fourth Turning upheaval. Case in point: check out Sasha Stone's take on Caligula at the Grammys. This is what a society in decline looks like. Sponsors: Monticello College Life Saving Food  Bereli TMCP Nation

To understand the reality of the Great Depression, it's helpful to look at how the nation struggled to feed itself. Robert E. Wright shares the not-so-great depression diet. One of the most overlooked and valuable freedoms we have is our freedom of association. Eric Peters says it's an accurate measurement of whether we are free or not. The challenges before us are significant. As Henry Hazlitt would put it: The times call for courage, truth-telling and hard work. The modern version of labeling someone as a heretic is to call them a "denier." Thomas Buckley has the lowdown on how denialism is a woke way to stifle dissent. We're getting into the the thick of our current Fourth Turning upheaval. Case in point: check out Sasha Stone's take on Caligula at the Grammys. This is what a society in decline looks like. Sponsors: Monticello College Life Saving Food Bereli TMCP Nation --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support

It's a shame to see Reader's Digest jumping on the bandwagon to clamor for gun control. David Codrea does a great job of dismantling their demands for "commonsense gun control" that would leave only the ruling class armed. You may not own or even want a pistol brace but you still have a stake in the matter, nonetheless. D. Parker explains why the ATF's new pistol brace rule is nothing more than a cluster of enforcement traps. Parables are a wonderful thing. They can speak to many people on many different levels of understanding. Robert E. Wright has a marvelous parable that tackles the age-old question: Who will build the roads? The obstacles that stand in the way of claiming our freedom are significant. Before you lose hope, consider Barry Brownstein's latest essay on how obstacles to freedom can become the way to freedom. The ideological takeover of America's newsrooms has brought us to a state of constant psychological warfare. David James has an informative take on the grim future of establishment journalism. Sponsors: Monticello College Life Saving Food Bereli --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support

As a member of Gen X, one of the biggest generational shifts in my lifetime is the shift from personal to positional morality. Robin Koerner explains how seeking to control others rather than yourself is changing our society. Is it true that only a moral people can be free? Paul Rosenberg's take on this question is worth considering. Trying to persuade your fellow countrymen that right and wrong still exist, is a battle few are willing to fight. Anthony Esolen notes that a massive effort at moral rebuilding is necessary and needs to start sooner than later. Free speech matters more than we might think. Julian Adorney and Mark Johnson say that the opponents of free speech are gaining ground and we need to fight back. The regulatory state is more dangerous than you think. Robert E. Wright provides some powerful insight into how the power to regulate is the power to control. Few things will stop our personal success in its tracks like a victim mindset. Mark Johnson has an interesting solution as he teaches how to cultivate an internal locus of control that puts you in charge of your life. Sponsors: Monticello College Life Saving Food Bereli --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support

If you're serious about maintaining your freedom, you must know what came before you. Robert E. Wright explains how freedom's future requires understanding the past. The people who seek to rule us want us to believe that this is the system the founders intended. Jacob Hornberger begs to differ. He describes his favorite period in American history and demonstrates just how far we've strayed from authentic freedom. There are some perks about working from home as well as some serious drawbacks. Todd Hayen takes a closer look at the trend and how fun at home may be part of a larger plan to keep us contained. Drag queen story hour may seem like a good old fashioned moral panic to some, but to many of us, it's a clear indicator that our society is in decline. Even so, it's encouraging how many people turned out for Kirk Cameron's library reading recently. Wondering what to watch for in the coming year? Doug Casey shares his #1 speculation for 2023: keep your eye on the push for central bank digital currencies. The different names we give each generation tend to divide us. Vincent McCaffrey suggests that when naming the names we name ourselves, we might consider some rebranding.  

If you're serious about maintaining your freedom, you must know what came before you. Robert E. Wright explains how freedom's future requires understanding the past. The people who seek to rule us want us to believe that this is the system the founders intended. Jacob Hornberger begs to differ. He describes his favorite period in American history and demonstrates just how far we've strayed from authentic freedom. There are some perks about working from home as well as some serious drawbacks. Todd Hayen takes a closer look at the trend and how fun at home may be part of a larger plan to keep us contained. Drag queen story hour may seem like a good old fashioned moral panic to some, but to many of us, it's a clear indicator that our society is in decline. Even so, it's encouraging how many people turned out for Kirk Cameron's library reading recently. Wondering what to watch for in the coming year? Doug Casey shares his #1 speculation for 2023: keep your eye on the push for central bank digital currencies. The different names we give each generation tend to divide us. Vincent McCaffrey suggests that when naming the names we name ourselves, we might consider some rebranding. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support

If your love of truth is stronger than your attachment to your beliefs, this is a 27 minute long video that you should consider watching. I'd rather share it and be wrong than see the food shortages it addresses come to pass and not have warned the people around me. I think it's legit. It's one thing when a crisis arises unexpectedly. However, as Robert E. Wright explains, when government has to start concocting crises to justify expanding its power, we have a problem. Things have been comfortable for as long as most of us can remember. Historically, that's something that can change very quickly. Larry Alton has some sound advice on how to plan for and survive and economic depression. Karl Marx had serious beef with landlords and other property owners. People inclined to socialism still do as well. Peter Jacobsen shares his reasons why he loves landlords and he has an excellent point. The nearly billion dollar fine levied against Alex Jones for comments he made regarding the Sandy Hook shootings has sparked a variety of reactions. Judge Napolitano sees it as an attack on Jones' free speech. Meanwhile Jacob Hornberger says Alex Jones got what he deserved. Both men are advocates for freedom. Who is right? Sponsors: HSL Ammo Monticello College Life Saving Food  Garage Door Pros

If your love of truth is stronger than your attachment to your beliefs, this is a 27 minute long video that you should consider watching. I'd rather share it and be wrong than see the food shortages it addresses come to pass and not have warned the people around me. I think it's legit. It's one thing when a crisis arises unexpectedly. However, as Robert E. Wright explains, when government has to start concocting crises to justify expanding its power, we have a problem. Things have been comfortable for as long as most of us can remember. Historically, that's something that can change very quickly. Larry Alton has some sound advice on how to plan for and survive and economic depression. Karl Marx had serious beef with landlords and other property owners. People inclined to socialism still do as well. Peter Jacobsen shares his reasons why he loves landlords and he has an excellent point. The nearly billion dollar fine levied against Alex Jones for comments he made regarding the Sandy Hook shootings has sparked a variety of reactions. Judge Napolitano sees it as an attack on Jones' free speech. Meanwhile Jacob Hornberger says Alex Jones got what he deserved. Both men are advocates for freedom. Who is right? Sponsors: HSL Ammo Monticello College Life Saving Food Garage Door Pros --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support

There's no better illustration of legal plunder than the hundreds of billions of taxpayer dollars the U.S. has been sending to Ukraine. Ron Paul explains how it's a classic case of throwing good money after bad. In the same sense that you can't be hypnotized against your will, you must also consent to be propagandized. Daniel Lattier explores how propaganda works because some people actually want it. When you see a headline that claims "Covid death rates are higher among Republicans than Democrats" you have to wonder where such thinking leads. Will we be required to declare our political affiliation when seeking medical care? I've shared a number of articles from historian Robert E. Wright over the years. Today, it's my privilege to have him as my guest. We talk about the book he co-wrote about the life of investor activist Wilma Soss as well as what's happening economically. Sponsors: HSL Ammo Monticello College Life Saving Food  Garage Door Pros

There's no better illustration of legal plunder than the hundreds of billions of taxpayer dollars the U.S. has been sending to Ukraine. Ron Paul explains how it's a classic case of throwing good money after bad. In the same sense that you can't be hypnotized against your will, you must also consent to be propagandized. Daniel Lattier explores how propaganda works because some people actually want it. When you see a headline that claims "Covid death rates are higher among Republicans than Democrats" you have to wonder where such thinking leads. Will we be required to declare our political affiliation when seeking medical care? I've shared a number of articles from historian Robert E. Wright over the years. Today, it's my privilege to have him as my guest. We talk about the book he co-wrote about the life of investor activist Wilma Soss as well as what's happening economically. Sponsors: HSL Ammo Monticello College Life Saving Food Garage Door Pros --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support

Robert E. Wright of AIER says planners fail because of the knowledge problem and perverse incentives. Organizations need to decentralize and bring decision making to the lowest level. Firms need to incentivize their employees. Central planning almost always fails.

It's no secret that people and businesses continue to flee high taxing states and relocate in states that tax less aggressively. John Stossel says the easy way to avoid the federal income tax is to move to Puerto Rico. We all know that the economy is struggling right now. Robert E. Wright has a marvelous suggestion for a Hank Williams Jr. economic misery index to help us better know where we really stand. Is Western Civilization being dismantled in an attempt to atone for its "sins" against the recently woke? James Howard Kunstler has a few thought on that atonement and where it will lead. Here's a great essay for anyone who has discovered the joy of questioning the official narratives. Edward Ring spells out the big lies we cannot question, according to the ruling class. He's right on target. Sponsors: HSL Ammo Monticello College Life Saving Food  Garage Door Pros

It's no secret that people and businesses continue to flee high taxing states and relocate in states that tax less aggressively. John Stossel says the easy way to avoid the federal income tax is to move to Puerto Rico. We all know that the economy is struggling right now. Robert E. Wright has a marvelous suggestion for a Hank Williams Jr. economic misery index to help us better know where we really stand. Is Western Civilization being dismantled in an attempt to atone for its "sins" against the recently woke? James Howard Kunstler has a few thought on that atonement and where it will lead. Here's a great essay for anyone who has discovered the joy of questioning the official narratives. Edward Ring spells out the big lies we cannot question, according to the ruling class. He's right on target. Sponsors: HSL Ammo Monticello College Life Saving Food Garage Door Pros --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support

“Traditionally, NBER calls recessions and other phases of business cycles, but only retrospectively, and mostly just for scholars. Nobody actually involved in trading securities or making policy waits for its decisions and voters certainly won't.” ~ Robert E. Wright

“The policy path to MAFA is clear, deregulate everything from Amtrak to monetary policy, while reinvigorating the Third Sector (nonprofits) and forming a Ministry of Truth to police all claims, and only claims, made by governments, government officials, and politicians.” ~ Robert E. Wright

“While trains are not especially good for the environment, many people assume they are ‘green,' also allowing for some of the fake virtue signaling many American politicians seem to crave.” ~ Robert E. Wright

“Despite the similarities between Atkinson and Musk, and the coordination between the ‘Administration papers' then and today's mass media echo chambers, there remained lines that the government was not prepared to cross.” ~ Robert E. Wright

“If you do have a full breast of milk, consider donating or selling it to starving babies, though perhaps not directly as wet nurses did in the days of old. It is still legal, for now, even in often crazy California to sell your milk.” ~ Robert E. Wright

“Maybe America has hit rock bottom and the current travails will induce a return to limited government. Until then, though, I suggest that you remove the rocks from your own garden, and plant yourself some Liberty this spring, summer, and fall.” ~ Robert E. Wright

“Sensible deregulation worked for the airlines and their customers, is working for sex workers, and can work for America's meat lovers too.” ~ Robert E. Wright

“Soprano is no role model for classic liberals because he made a living by extracting economics rents by fraud and force. But he reminds Americans that they are individual human beings first, Americans second, and who really cares about the rest?” ~ Robert E. Wright

Dr. Robert E. Wright is a Senior Research Fellow at the American Institute for Economic Research. He is the Rudy and Marilyn Nef Family Chair of Political Economy at Augustana University and has taught business, economics, and policy courses at NYU's Stern School of Business, Temple University, and the University of Virginia. He is the co-author/co-editor of over two dozen major books, most recently including The Best of Thomas Paine and Financial Exclusion.