Rothbard and War

Rothbard and War

Author: Mises Institute March 5, 2026 Duration: 29:01
Those who believe in the free and unhampered market economy should be especially skeptical of war and military action. War, after all, is the ultimate government program.Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/rothbard-and-war

Each day brings a fresh wave of headlines, often leaving us with more questions than answers about what's truly happening in the world. Audio Mises Wire steps into that space, transforming written analysis into an accessible audio format. This isn't just a news recap; it's a deep dive into current events, cultural shifts, and political debates through a specific and principled framework. The discussions are rooted in the traditions of Austrian economics and libertarian thought, providing a distinct perspective on everything from market fluctuations and policy decisions to broader philosophical questions about individual liberty and societal structure. By listening, you'll hear articulate readings of carefully selected articles that challenge conventional narratives. The podcast makes complex economic ideas understandable and connects them directly to the news of the day, examining the real-world consequences of government actions and cultural trends. It’s for anyone curious about the underlying forces shaping our society, who prefers commentary that questions mainstream assumptions. Tune in for a thoughtful, consistent examination of how timeless principles of voluntary cooperation and sound economics apply to our contemporary moment.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 1000

Audio Mises Wire
Podcast Episodes
The State Does Not Create Value-Enhancing Jobs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:35
For all of the claims that governments “create jobs,” in reality, government jobs come at a greater cost than any value those jobs may create. Government jobs are a burden to the economy.Original Article: The State Does…
Reality Is NOT a Social Construct [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:46
Academic elites claim that there is no objective truth, only social constructs. Thus, people can create their own reality in many areas, and everyone else is expected to accept whatever “reality” is presented—or face ser…
From Milk Runs to MAD to Madness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:12
It has been nearly eighty years since the US used atomic warfare on Japan as a way to end World War II. The legacy of that event is not one of peace but of outright madness.Original Article: From Milk Runs to MAD to Madn…
Bureaucracy: The Death Knell of Higher Education [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:39
Many small colleges are shutting their doors, and it is largely the fault of overexpansion, government protectionism, and bureaucratic infiltration.Original Article: Bureaucracy: The Death Knell of Higher Education
Varying Interpretations of Truth, or Truth as a Social Construct [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:32
As the progressive Left expands its occupation of our institutions, the concept of truth itself becomes little more than a weapon to utilize to achieve political goals.Original Article: Varying Interpretations of Truth,…
Biden’s Blarney on Bank Fees [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:28
While President Biden’s inflationary economy continues to falter, the president proposes to outlaw bank overdraft fees, ostensibly to help lower-income Americans. Bank fees, however, are not the biggest threat consumers…
Chop the Federal CHIPS Act [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:29
For all of the media ballyhoo about the CHIPS Act, it really is a page out of the old five-year plans from the Soviet Union. The CHIPS Act will have the same success as befell the Soviets.Original Article: Chop the Feder…
The Collapse of Real Savings Caused the Great Depression [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:17
Contrary to Milton Friedman’s thesis that the decline in the money supply caused the Great Depression, the real reason was the collapse of real savings, which was due to loose monetary policies by the Federal Reserve.Ori…