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Words & Numbers

Free the People
Donald Trump
Social Security
Inflation
Economics
Tariffs
Interest Rates
Artificial Intelligence
Federal Reserve
Joe Biden
Libertarian Party
Social Media
College Education
Minimum Wage
Supreme Court
California
Personal Finance
Health Insurance
FBI Crime Data
Wealth Tax
Baseball

Words & Numbers is one of the highest-rated economics podcasts in the world. Each episode, Antony Davies and James R. Harrigan dig into economics, political science, and current events to explain what’s actually happening and why it matters.

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Ant and James change things up a bit this week by talking about a great idea from Bernie Sanders.

Most of that is true. Ant and James do, in fact, talk about an idea Bernie Sanders has.

00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer

01:19 IRS Tax Forms, Priva... more

Why look for a girlfriend when you can just build one yourself?

00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer

00:38 China Influence Operations and Free Speech

05:07 Pope Leo’s Slavery Apology

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Should insider trading be allowed? It seems like a straightforward question, so how did we end up also talking about sports betting and Polymarket?

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The inimitable Matt Kibbe, of Kibbe on Liberty joins us to spill the beans. Which beans? You’ll have to listen or watch to find out.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:24 Brazil’s Failing Medical Education System

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Recent Guests

Matt Kibbe
Founder of Free The People
Free The People
Episode: Episode 507: Free These People
Max Borders
Author and founder of Human Respect Labs, Chrysalis Project advocate
Author; Human Respect Labs; Chrysalis Project
Episode: Episode 506: Where Have All The Men Gone?
Clark Neily
Senior Vice President for Legal Studies at the Cato Institute
Cato Institute
Episode: Episode 504: Privileges & Immunities
David Greene
Former health care executive and independent consultant with extensive experience in the health insurance field
Episode: Episode 498: Politicians Broke Health Insurance
Andrew Heaton
Comedian, author, and political satirist
The Political Orphanage
Episode: Episode 495: The Mirage of Nostalgia
Todd Huntley
Director of the National Security Law Program at Georgetown University Law Center and retired Navy captain
Georgetown University Law Center
Episode: Episode 480: The War on Drugs (Continued)
Jp Cortez
Executive Director of the Sound Money Defense League
Sound Money Defense League
Episode: Episode 467: The Sound of Money
Bari Weiss
Former columnist and founder of Free Press, now editor-in-chief of CBS News
CBS News
Episode: Episode 463: Weisswashing the Media
Clark Neely
Senior Vice President for Legal Studies at the Cato Institute and author of Terms of Engagement
Cato Institute
Episode: Episode 431: The Republic Fails

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James Harrigan
Host with background in economics/education, frequently collaborates on policy and economics discussions.
Antony Davies
Co-host, political science/Economics educator with libertarian-leaning perspectives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 565 ratings
  • Excellent Podcast

    Excellent podcast! The combination of economics and political science make this show outstanding! It will give you a firm grasp on politics, the economy, and the web that ties it all together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Martens Minute Podcast
    United States6 months ago
  • The best podcast ever!

    This is my favorite podcast to get educated on economics and politics effects on the economy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Votcho
    United States7 months ago
  • Podcast

    I enjoy the podcast although it can be one sided. A broad discussion with knowledgeable perspectives that challenge the economic ideas and recognize not all things can be distilled to dollars and cents.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Dimes$84-/@“&$!12
    United Statesa year ago
  • Long term listener, til now…

    Ep426 did me in, I’ll miss the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ga76v80q
    United Statesa year ago
  • if only more people would take the time to really understand the hot issues, we would be less devisive and successful as a country! spread the word!

    Audible
    5
    Dave Larson
    United Statesa year ago

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Episode 507: Free These People
Q: Matt, what can you add?
Kibbe explains his background, Free The People's mission, and how their content combines storytelling with libertarian philosophy to reach a broader, younger audience.
Episode 505: Owning the (Post) Libs
Q: What does post-liberalism mean in the current political landscape?
Post-liberalism is described as an ideology that critiques modern liberalism and seeks a return to a traditional or communal order, often advocating for strong executive power and a shift away from Madisonian constitutionalism, with roots and supporters spanning both academic theory and international political movements.
Episode 498: Politicians Broke Health Insurance
Q: Is private health insurance subsidizing Medicare?
Yes, private insurance tends to subsidize Medicare significantly.
Episode 498: Politicians Broke Health Insurance
Q: How do you perceive the pricing strategies of health insurers, especially regarding patient experience?
Health insurers operate under negotiations with providers that lead to hidden pricing, resulting in patient confusion.
Episode 498: Politicians Broke Health Insurance
Q: Did you find that your job was incredibly frustrating the same way that people on the other side of it do?
Yes, the system forces employees to not do a lot of things that they would like to do that are good.

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Two economic and political science instructors host a proactive, Windows into current events show that blends rigorous analysis with accessible discussion. Across episodes, they explore economics, public policy, and culture through a libertarian-leaning lens, often featuring guests who contribute legal, historical, or policy expertise. The format emphasizes principled reasoning, clear explanations of complex ideas, and a pragmatic, data-informed approach to contemporary issues. Listeners are likely drawn to thoughtful debate, accessible economics, and policy-focused perspectives, with occasional humor and banter that keeps topics engaging. A notable strength is the consistent pairing of sharp analysis with real-world implications, plus coll... more

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