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Conversations about wacky ideas, economics, and the art of living well.

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How can thinking like an economist improve your decision-making? Join Enoch and Tim as they discuss several common pitfalls people fall into in making decisions. Whether it’s buying and selling stocks, choosing to start a business, or simply deciding... more

On January 3, 2026, President Donald Trump authorized the United States military and CIA to capture and extradite Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro to face federal criminal charges. The operation was completed within five hours with few casualties—... more

How can we know if the car we want to buy is not a lemon? Or how can we sincerely communicate how much we love a romantic partner? Oftentimes in life we encounter information asymmetries. We struggle to make ideal decisions with incomplete knowledge ... more

In this episode, Enoch and Tim explore the fascinating and sometimes controversial economics of gift giving. They breakdown the “deadweight loss of Christmas” to explain the inefficiency of gift exchange. But these two grinches explain why giving gif... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Buch
Former CIA executive and expert on geopolitics
Former CIA
Episode: [Bonus Episode] India and Pakistan: Unpacking the Subcontinent’s Standoff
Dr. Hill
Co-host of the podcast and commentator on nationalism
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Episode: Patriot Games: A National(ism) Past Time (recorded with a LIVE audience)
Denise Daniels
Professor of Entrepreneurship at Wheaton College
Wheaton College
Episode: What Makes a Good College?
Dr. Jason Long
Economic historian and colleague
Episode: History’s Greatest Hits: A Conversation with Jason Long on the Most Important Moments in Economic Development
Dr. Richard Hughes Gibson
Professor of English and a beloved colleague at Wheaton College
Wheaton College
Episode: A Genuine Conversation on Artificial Intelligence with Richard Hughes Gibson
Calum MacKellar
Director of Research for a medical ethics charity in Scotland and a visiting lecturer in bioethics at St. Mary's University, London.
Medical Ethics Charity in Scotland
Episode: The New Eugenics: A Conversation with Calum MacKellar

Hosts

Tim
Co-host with a focus on practical discussions about economics and life philosophies.
Enoch
Co-host with expertise in challenging societal norms and cultural narratives.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 119 ratings
  • A Great Listen

    Smart, funny, and genuinely engaging. Like riding shotgun with two professors who actually make economics, politics, and world events fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Take a Michigander
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    I really enjoy this podcast and hearing what Dr. Hill and Dr. Taylor have to say!

    A suggestion: I’d be very curious to hear your book reviews on Unfinished Business by Anne-Marie Slaughter (in light of the marriage episode) and Abundance by Derek Thompson and Ezra Klein in podcast form!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    E.Scharf
    United States7 months ago
  • It’s Here at Last

    This is the podcast we’ve been waiting for.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    millinerd
    United States2 years ago
  • Absolutely fabulous! A breath of fresh air!

    This is a fantastic podcast— so well done and so engaging! A joy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emmylee23
    United States2 years ago
  • How fresh? Soooo fresh!

    This podcast is so fresh it would slap yo momma!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evil Emil
    United States2 years ago

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[Bonus Episode] U.S. Airstrikes on Iran: Context, Consequences, and Questions
Q: What is the effect of the strikes in terms of their stated goal to deter or eliminate Iran's nuclear weapons?
Recent intel reports indicate the damage to Iran's nuclear capabilities might not be as significant as hoped, potentially only delaying their program by a few months.
[Bonus Episode] U.S. Airstrikes on Iran: Context, Consequences, and Questions
Q: What were the conditions leading to the strategic decision by Israel to attack Iran?
The ongoing threats from Iranian-supported proxy groups like Hamas and Hezbollah and fears of an Iranian nuclear capability prompted Israel's preemptive action.
The Upside of Unequal: Is Inequality Always Bad?
Q: Why do you think most people are just innately inclined against inequality?
Most people feel that inequality can cause some negative feelings for those who feel left behind, and this discontent goes back to human nature.
Show Me the Money: Is Universal Basic Income (UBI) the Real Deal or Not Worth the Cash?
Q: What do you think of Universal Basic Income after studying the recent reports?
The evidence is mixed, showing that while it simplifies welfare systems, there's no substantial improvement in employment or health outcomes over time.

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