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A titan in one field does not always achieve success in others. In this episode of Steve Forbes on Achievement, Steve Forbes shares the story of former Herbert Hoover, the hero businessman and philanthropist whose political legacy became entangled with economic disaster.
“Steve Forbes on Achievement,” an all-new video series from izzit.org, features economics and media mogul Steve Forbes as he shares ten fascinating stories of great American entrepreneurs and innovators. In exploring their epic successes, crushing failures, and ever-lasting legacies, these stories offer timeless inspiration and lessons for us all.
Social credit scores. The war on misinformation. Suppression of protests. Are we living in George Orwell's 1984?
Thought Police, one episode of our three-part documentary series on free speech, challenges prevailing notions about freedom of speech, presenting numerous examples of societies and cultures where its protection is absent. It examines the historical suppression of speech by governments, echoing George Orwell’s warning about a world without free speech. It weaves together personal narratives from regions such as Hong Kong, North Korea, and Peru, where governments have curtailed free speech—resulting in a significant, and in some cases, avoidable human tragedy.
Free To Speak, our three-part documentary series, premieres in October. Hosted by Nadine Strossen, former president of the ACLU, the series looks at some of the most important and timely topics in free speech.
To stay informed about the premiere date and local screenings, visit https://FreeToSpeakSeries.com
Get a first look at the teaser trailer for "Free To Speak," a three-part series! Join host Nadine Strossen and a panel of journalists, scholars, and activists on a thought-provoking journey through the history and controversy of free speech.
Learn more at https://www.freetochoosenetwork.org/freetospeak/
Today’s podcast is titled, “Vitamins and Medicine.”
Richard A. Kunin, Past President of the Orthomolecular Medical Society and Gladys Block, Professor of Public Health, Nutrition, and Epidemiology at UC Berkeley, join Linus Pauling, 1954 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, in this exploration of the role of vitamins in the prevention of disease.
Listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe to get updates each week for the Free To Choose Media Podcast. https://blog.freetochoosenetwork.org/podcast/episode-198-Vitamins-and-Medicine-podcast/
What is free speech? Is it an outdated idea? And what about hate speech?
This Fall, get ready for an eye-opening journey with the Free To Choose Network's three-part series, "Free To Speak." Join host Nadine Strossen and a lineup of journalists, scholars, and activists as they explore the power and controversy of free speech historically and today.
The series presents thought-provoking, ironic, and often heartbreaking stories that underscore how free speech is not just an outdated idea but a fundamental necessity for human survival.
Don't miss this important discussion! Visit the site now to learn more and get notified when the series goes live. https://www.freetochoosenetwork.org/freetospeak/
On this day in 1912, was born.
Free Speech and Free Enterprise. At last week's FreedomFest in Memphis, Free To Choose Network sponsored some of the biggest events and speakers. Nadine Strossen, host of our new documentary series Free To Speak, gave an impassioned talk in defense of absolute free speech. Steve Forbes spoke to a packed room about the power of entrepreneurship and his new series Steve Forbes On Achievement.
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Today’s podcast is titled, “Economic Theory and Fluctuations in Output and Inflation.”
Dr. Kenneth J. Arrow, Professor of Economics Emeritus at Stanford University and 1972 Nobel Prize Winner in Economic Science and Professor John B. Taylor, Senior Fellow and Professor of Economics at the Hoover Institute, Stanford University, discuss economic theory and fluctuations in output and inflation.
Listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe to get updates each week for the Free To Choose Media Podcast.
https://blog.freetochoosenetwork.org/podcast/episode-197-economic-theory-and-fluctuations-in-output-and-inflation-podcast/
Where is America going? In today’s , ponders the future for America.
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This past spring, Free To Choose® Network and The Milton and Rose Friedman Center at Capitaf announced a contest for college students. Students were directed to create a presentation to other fellow students on subjects like the monetary history of the United States, the economic and fiscal policies leading up to the Great Depression, and the philosophies and policies of noteworthy figures such as President Calvin Coolidge and celebrated economist Milton Friedman.
On June 1, 2023, the $1,000 prize for the Best Coolidge-Friedman Comparison Presentation was awarded to Gannon University's Dahlkemper School of Business student, Alexander "Alex" Bruce. His submission, "Two Great Minds: Similarities in Thought Between Calvin Coolidge and Milton Friedman," focuses on how "both Coolidge and Friedman believed in the importance of balanced fiscal policy and responsible individual consumer behavior" (Bruce, 2023, p.1).
A resident of Erie County, Pennsylvania, Alex Bruce is majoring in Economics and minoring in Mathematics. He hopes to pursue a graduate degree in Economics and someday work for the Federal Reserve.
The Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation will use Alex's winning presentation to enhance students' overall experience during their tours at future Capitaf Colloquiums.
What should the US do about overpopulation? challenges common notions about population in today’s .
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Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸 Explore and celebrate the words that started it all. Our one-hour program, We Hold These Truths, is now available on YouTube. 🗽
In We Hold These Truths, Federal Judge Douglas Ginsburg explores the enduring influence of America’s Declaration of Independence. This promissory note for li...
In today’s , highlights the history and significance of American immigration in the 19th century.
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Today is the day! We Hold These Truths begins airing on public television tonight. Find a broadcast time in your local area at https://declarationmovie.com/watch/
Happy Birthday, Thomas Sowell!
Watch our documentary, "Thomas Sowell: Common Sense in a Senseless World", which traces Sowell's journey from humble beginnings to the Hoover Institution, becoming one of this era's greatest economists, political philosophers, and prolific authors. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WK4M9iJrgto
In today’s , makes the case that “equality of opportunity” is an impossible myth. What is the alternative?
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Chuck Thorpe, Principal Research Scientist, and Dr. Takeo Kanade, Director, Robotics Institute, both from Carnegie Mellon Univ., discuss the economics of robotics, advances in technology, and roadblocks to innovation in robotics. Listen now.
https://blog.freetochoosenetwork.org/podcast/episode-195-robotics-podcast/
Today’s podcast is titled, “Robotics.”
Chuck Thorpe, Principal Research Scientist at Carnegie Mellon University and Dr. Takeo Kanade, Director of the Robotics Institute at Carnegie Mellon University, discuss the economics of robotics, advances in technology, and roadblocks to innovation. They also expand on the many educational and entertainment purposes of robots.
Listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe to get updates each week for the Free To Choose Media Podcast. https://blog.freetochoosenetwork.org/podcast/episode-195-robotics-podcast/
COMING SOON: July 2023 // declarationmovie.com // In We Hold These Truths, Federal Judge Douglas Ginsburg explores the promise and enduring influence of America’s Declaration of Independence, both at home and around the world.
In today’s , explores the meaning and implications of equality in America’s Declaration of Independence.
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"No matter how worthy the cause, it is robbery, theft, and injustice to confiscate the property of one person and give it to another to whom it does not belong." - Walter Williams
COMING SOON: July 2023 // https://declarationmovie.com // In We Hold These Truths, Federal Judge Douglas Ginsburg explores the enduring influence of America’s Declaration of Independence. This promissory note for liberty inspired over 100 nations seeking their independence. In the United States, it influenced the abolitionist movement, the Women’s Suffrage movement, and iconic civil rights figures Frederick Douglass and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Is the government good or bad? unpacks the question in today’s .
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“I think that nothing is so important for freedom as recognizing in the law each individual’s natural right to property, and giving individuals a sense that they own something that they’re responsible for, that they have control over, and that they can dispose of.”
Does a system of regulation lead to companies taking more responsibility? In today’s , argues that the opposite is the case.
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COMING SOON: July 2023 // http://declarationmovie.com // In We Hold These Truths, Federal Judge Douglas Ginsburg explores the promise and enduring influence of America’s Declaration of Independence, both at home and around the world.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHnpkcP78zs
COMING SOON: July 2023 // https://declarationmovie.com // In We Hold These Truths, Federal Judge Douglas Ginsburg explores the enduring influence of America’...
COMING SOON: July 2023 // declarationmovie.com // In We Hold These Truths, Federal Judge Douglas Ginsburg explores the promise and enduring influence of America’s Declaration of Independence, both at home and around the world.
Distributed by American Public Television
COMING SOON: July 2023 // https://declarationmovie.com // In We Hold These Truths, Federal Judge Douglas Ginsburg explores the enduring influence of America’s Declaration of Independence. This promissory note for liberty inspired over 100 nations seeking their independence. In the United States, it influenced the abolitionist movement, the Women’s Suffrage movement, and iconic civil rights figures Frederick Douglass and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
About Free To Choose Media: https://www.freetochoosenetwork.org/about
Distributed by American Public Television
How did a pig farmer make a fortune in french fries and high-tech? In this episode of Steve Forbes on Achievement, Steve Forbes examines the life of J.R. Simplot, the farming magnate who became an early investor in .
When is “business” bad for consumers? analyzes the differences between being pro-free enterprise and pro-business in today’s .
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We remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
sometimes means a new take on an old product. In this episode of Steve Forbes on Achievement, Steve Forbes relates the rise, fall, and comeback of Ruth Handler, the mother of the now-famous .
Judge Douglas H. Ginsburg has recently published a letter to the editor in The Wall Street Journal discussing the issue of inadequate civics education and offering suggestions for addressing it. Judge Ginsburg is the host of our upcoming documentary, "We Hold These Truths," which explores the Declaration of Independence and is set to be released this summer.
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We can’t sustain a constitutional republic with a citizenry that is estranged from our Constitution, writes Judge Douglas Ginsburg.
In today’s , explains why he’s pleased that the government is inefficient with our money.
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Meet the man who put a camera in everyone's hands and disrupted the field of . In this episode of Steve Forbes on Achievement, Steve Forbes tells the story of George Eastman, founder of Kodak, who made picture-taking easy and affordable.
Today’s podcast is titled, “The Soviet Collapse.”
Richard Pipes, Professor of History at Harvard University and Adam Ulam, Director of the Russian Research Center and Gurney Professor of History and Political Science at Harvard University, discuss the events and conditions which led to the collapse of the Soviet Union.
Listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe to get updates each week for the Free To Choose Media Podcast. https://blog.freetochoosenetwork.org/podcast/episode-193-The-Soviet-Collapse-podcast/
What tiny invention made out of sand operates the entire modern world? From toys to intercontinental rockets, it’s found in the mundane and the cutting edge. In this episode of Johan Norberg’s New and Improved, Norberg presents the story of the microchip.
The first digital computers were as big as living rooms and required piles of wire and a massive power source. With the advent of the integrated circuit, the microchip’s innovative design eliminated the need for wires, freeing them to become more powerful and compact.
As the manufacturing cost of microchips decreased, continuous innovation saw engineers doubling the number of transistors with every chip generation. Early chips were marvels for using more than two transistors. Today, an average chip may contain 76 billion.
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Is it logical to be both pro-immigrantion and in favor of a minimum wage? Himself the son of immigrants, #MiltonFriedman shares his thoughts in this week's #MiltonMonday. Watch the full speech here: https://www.freetochoosenetwork.org/ideachannel/ic_program.php?itemId=98
Thomas Sowell: Common Sense in a Senseless World traces Sowell's journey from humble beginnings to the Hoover Institution, becoming one of this era's greatest economists, political philosophers, and prolific authors. Watch the full documentary: https://bit.ly/3y8lMIU
What simple invention required many steps and ultimately took longer to develop than the airplane and electronic computer? In this episode of Johan Norberg’s New and Improved, Norberg shares the humble history of the zipper. The zipper’s story is a long one, with many attempts and failed iterations before something feasible could be adopted. Even then, it was not embraced until people could be convinced to try it and conceive of its many possible benefits. The long journey of the zipper embodies the path of most innovations: it takes trial and error, continual experimentation, and improvements that have to be tested by the market. Today, factories produce enough zippers every year to wrap around the world more than a hundred times.
What's as strong as steel, flexible as rope, and thinner than paper? Without it, you wouldn't have modern health care, travel, or technology. And yet, it's condemned by many. In this episode of Johan Norberg's New and Improved, Norberg sets the record straight on plastic. Plastics are seen by many as a scourge of modern living. We can't dream of living without them, but they are thought to be a blight on our environment. And while their impact is problematic, we must weigh their incredible value and the challenges of dealing with them. Even if Europeans and Americans completely stopped using plastics, it would not reduce annual plastic pollution in our oceans by even 1%. So perhaps innovation is the answer. Some companies are experimenting with organic plastic alternatives and seeing real progress.
What are the sources of America’s greatest achievements? #MiltonFriedman elaborates in this week's #MiltonMonday. Watch the full speech here: https://www.freetochoosenetwork.org/ideachannel/ic_program.php?itemId=98
In this week's #MiltonMonday, #MiltonFriedman exposes the myths behind the extraordinary transformation of American agriculture since our nation’s founding. Watch the full speech here: https://www.freetochoosenetwork.org/ideachannel/ic_program.php?itemId=98
Where should consumers and the government intersect? Should they at all? Listen to Milton discuss why consumers should do their own research in today's #MiltonMonday. #MiltonFriedman Watch the full speech here: https://bit.ly/3EZLoJw
When the trucking industry was deregulated in 1980, people like Carl were able to achieve their dreams of owning their own trucks. Unfortunately, other industries still rely on cronyism and corporate welfare, which keep small entrepreneurs from entering the marketplace. See Carl’s story, and hear about other industries that are hamstrung by corporate welfare in our new film “Corporate Welfare: Where’s the Outrage?” out on YouTube now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-eNlPeiQ50&t=1742s
Milton Friedman says, "There is nothing that would be in the greater self-interest of the agricultural producer tan for the U.S. to have complete free trade." Do you agree? Let us know below and be sure to watch the full speech here, https://bit.ly/3k53OAo.
Tax dollars are supposed to be used to reinvest in blighted areas of Chicago. Instead, they are subsidizing private luxury developments. Why is the government diverting billions of dollars to these projects? We tackle that and other examples of corporate welfare in our new film “Corporate Welfare: Where’s the Outrage” available now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-eNlPeiQ50&t=1742s
In 2008, our economy was due for a correction. But why was Bear Stearns bailed out when Lehman Brothers was allowed to fail? Because bureaucrats were allowed to make up the rules as they went along. That’s why a correction turned into a crisis. In our film, “Corporate Welfare: Where’s the Outrage,” John Allison explains this in detail along with other examples of how corporate welfare is shaping our economy. Watch it on YouTube today: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-eNlPeiQ50&t=1742s
Our latest film "Corporate Welfare: Where’s the Outrage?" explores what happens when government policies support big business interests at the expense of small businesses, individuals, and local communities. Watch now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-eNlPeiQ50&t=1742s
For 50 years, small farms had been allowed to process their own chickens and no health issues were reported. When the government tried to make it illegal, farmers had to wonder if this was really about safety-or about the power of lobbyists. We shine a light on this and other examples in our upcoming film “Corporate Welfare: Where’s the Outrage?”
Why are big corporations like IKEA given breaks that small businesses can’t get? We explore that question in our upcoming film “Corporate Welfare: Where’s the Outrage?” The film will be available for streaming August 30th and on public television beginning on August 29.
Louisiana is a very rich state with very poor people. How can that be? In our upcoming film “Corporate Welfare: Where’s the Outrage?,” we explore what industrial tax exemptions and other corporate welfare are doing to our communities. Check it out starting August 30th on our YouTube channel.
How do we give parents more power over their kids' education? Milton talks vouchers! #MiltonMonday (Update: Current spending per student in NYC – over $25k) Watch the full program https://bit.ly/MM052421
What is the role of a legislature in a free society? Not an easy answer, but Milton sheds some light on the subject in this week's #MiltonMonday.
Without government, how would the free market address the need for charitable giving? History, again, has the answer in this week’s #MiltonMonday clip. Watch the full speech 👉 https://bit.ly/36PB8nz
🚨 New Program Alert! 🚨 Corporate Welfare: Where’s the Outrage? – A Personal Exploration by Johan Norberg explores what happens when government policies support big business interests at the expense of small businesses, individuals, and local communities. Releasing August 30. #CorpWelfareFilm Get Notified ➡ https://bit.ly/3xx5Hdc
With the passing of Donald Rumsfeld, we’d like to share this clip from the original Free To Choose, where he answers the question, “What is the role of government in relation to the market economy?” Full episode, Free To Choose 1980 - The Tyranny of Control ➡️ https://bit.ly/3AiLt92
From printing press to pocketbooks, what is the turnaround time for inflation to affect your bottom line? Milton lays out the timeline in this week’s Milton Monday. Watch the full speech, "Money and Inflation". 👉 https://bit.ly/3cZtSZw
Milton Monday – What can influence freedom of scientific speech? Just follow the money. Watch the whole speech here: https://bit.ly/3zlfS68
Consumption, hours worked, and…Thomas Jefferson? We’ll let Milton explain in this week’s #MiltonMonday. Full Program 👉 https://bit.ly/2T03VSF
Milton Monday - Putting more money into schooling should result in better outputs, right? Well..... Watch the full program 👉 http://bit.ly/MM052421
How does individual responsibility relate to the role of government in schooling? Milton Friedman has some thoughts. Share this clip, then watch the full speech here: https://bit.ly/3bixRQl
Where does most of the value of our products come from? You may be surprised. Let Milton explain... Full video available on our Idea Channel here➡️https://bit.ly/3eyOJCZ
Is market failure a sufficient excuse for government intervention? Let Milton explain... Full speech from Milton Friedman Speaks: The Role of Government in a Free Society is available on our Idea Channel here ➡️ https://bit.ly/2QB6ARJ
From our archives, wisdom from Thomas Sowell. This exclusive clip from Sowell’s speech "Politics and Opportunity" was recorded at the Fairmont Conference in 1980 and we’ll be releasing the full speech, for the first time in its entirety, this Friday, April 2, 2021! Stay Tuned and Enjoy!
3 MILLION VIEWS ✅ We are so excited to have reached this milestone. Recommend "Thomas Sowell: Common Sense in a Senseless World" to your friends to share the genius of Thomas Sowell with even more people! Stream the film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WK4M9iJrgto&t=2502s
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