The True Founders of Economics: The School of Salamanca

The True Founders of Economics: The School of Salamanca

Author: Mises Institute April 2, 2026 Duration: 16:25
The real founders of economic science actually wrote hundreds of years before Adam Smith. Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/true-founders-economics-school-salamanca

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: 100

Audio Mises Wire
Podcast Episodes
In Memory of the Creator of the Washington Consensus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:42
John Williamson, who passed away five years ago, is known for creating what was called the “Washington Consensus,” which was an attempt to bring a liberal economic order to poor countries looking to transition from socia…
Marxism vs. the Majority [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:35
As the Marxians do not admit that differences of opinion can be settled by discussion and persuasion or decided by majority vote, no solution is open but civil war.Original article: https://mises.org/mises-daily/marxism-…
Why I Side with Ludwig von Mises [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:20
People readily line up on one side or another of great economic debates. How do they choose which side to take?Original article: https://mises.org/power-market/why-i-side-ludwig-von-mises
State Wars Bleed a Nation to Death [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:42
President Trump’s current war with Iran not only is creating economic havoc around the world, but it is also bleeding US taxpayers. There are no good outcomes here.Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/state-war…
A Note on “Currency” in Colonial America [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:03
In studying history, it is key to avoid definitional anachronism—failing to note how a word has changed over time and assuming the present meaning was the same in the past. This is often the case with the word currency a…
Is Donald Trump Another Bismarck? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:26
The US finds itself once again in an undeclared overseas war. Republicans in Congress, however, are unwilling to hold Trump to the Constitution.Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/donald-trump-another-bismarck
Money Laundering and Oliver Bullough’s New Pearl-Clutching Book [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:44
The old saw that when one has a hammer, everything else is a nail certainly applies to a new book by Oliver Bullough on so-called money laundering. Joakim Book sets the readers straight.Original article: https://mises.or…
Rothbard, the Mises Institute, and the Battle of Ideas [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:00
Over the centuries, many academic institutions and publications have played their role in the good work of defending freedom. The Mises Institute does this today. Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/rothbard-m…