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

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Brigadier General Joe Rank, U.S. Army (Ret.), joins Choosing Better to discuss what recent events in the Middle East reveal about deterrence, resilience, and the future of regional security. General Rank and Tim explore how missile, drone, cyber, and... more

Are we entering a dystopian future of grocery shopping if your personal data is being used to set hyper-specific prices just for you? And what if that price changes based upon the day of the week, time of day, how fast you drove to the grocery store,... more

Why does a war in Gaza dominate global headlines while equally devastating conflicts like Sudan barely register in public consciousness? Enoch and Tim explore this striking imbalance, noting that the disparity is especially pronounced in Western cont... more

What are you really paying for when you fill up your tank? Enoch and Tim unpack the true cost of a gallon of gasoline, and it is far beyond crude oil, refining, and taxes. Using the recent closure of the Strait of Hormuz as a real-time case study, th... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Rank
Brigadier General US Army (retired)
United States Army
Episode: Deterrence in the Desert: General Joe Rank on the Future of Middle East Security
Jason Long
Economic historian, guest on the show
Independent/Academic
Episode: Life is Less Spicy Without the Secret Sauce! Property Rights and Concerns for the Future (with Jason Long)
Matthew Milliner
Professor of Art History at Wheaton College
Wheaton College
Episode: What We Can Learn from the Saints (with Matthew Milliner)
Del Tackett
20-year US Air Force veteran, worldview tour guide, creator of The Truth Project
Engagement Project / The Truth Project
Episode: Worldviews: A Pastoral Conversation with Del Tackett
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
Choosing Better
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

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Tim Taylor
Host of the show, guiding discussions and presenting ideas.
Enoch
Co-host guiding conversations, with focus on economic and policy contexts.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 140 ratings
  • New favorite pod

    I consume a lot of media through podcasts. This is quickly becoming one of my favorites! Learn something new each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AdamThePodcastFeaster
    United States3 months ago
  • Brilliant!

    Take Freakonomics and add 2 thoughtful Christian professors and you get choosing better. Excellent show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BRGaston
    United States7 months ago
  • 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 States10 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 Statesa year ago
  • It’s Here at Last

    This is the podcast we’ve been waiting for.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    millinerd
    United States3 years ago

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Guests and hosts are praised for thoughtful, non-sensational dialogue and practical insights.
The show blends economics, philosophy, and faith in a unique, engaging way.
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Deterrence in the Desert: General Joe Rank on the Future of Middle East Security
Q: How do you define deterrence in the current Middle East context?
Deterrence is a combination of defensive capability and the credible ability to respond; if adversaries know they will face a retaliatory punch, they hesitate, which shapes regional security dynamics.
[Bonus Episode] America Goes to War: Making Sense of the Sudden Conflict with Iran (with Tim Buch)
Q: What are the most critical military priorities in the region according to your analysis?
The priorities include suppressing air defenses, gaining air superiority, and degrading Iran's command-and-control and missile launch capabilities, while protecting naval assets and maintaining freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
[Bonus Episode] America Goes to War: Making Sense of the Sudden Conflict with Iran (with Tim Buch)
Q: Why is 2026 considered a tipping point for Iran compared to earlier decades?
Tim explains that Iran's path to nuclear capability, enhanced ballistic missile capabilities, and weakened regional influence due to Israeli and allied actions create a pressure point that lowers Iran's deterrence and increases urgency for preemptive or punitive actions by the US and its partners.
[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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Choosing Better

What is Choosing Better about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts explore economics, culture, and practical living with a warm, accessible style that blends rigor with humor. Episodes cover topics from energy pricing and sports economics to AI's impact on work, education policy, decision-making heuristics, and missionary economics, all through a thoughtful, often faith-informed lens. The format emphasizes lively banter, real-world applications, and rely-on-evidence discussions, making complex ideas approachable for listeners who want ideas they can apply to career, parenting, and everyday life. A notable strength is the broad, interdisciplinary mix—economics, philosophy, education, technology, and public policy—paired with personal anecdotes and long-term thinking about living well within constr... more

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