the launch pad delivers sharp, strategic insights into politics and the economy from the unique perspective of a former rocket scientist and military officer. Each episode blends analytical precision with real-world experience, launching listeners into deeper understanding and practical takeaways.
Latest episodes
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15 min
Capitalism unmasked
The podcast "Capitalism Unmasked" aims to dissect economic inequality in the U.S. by exploring different types of capitalism. The host argues that the debate between capitalism and…
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29 min
Teacher pensions out of control part 1
The podcast series, "Pensions Out of Control: The Taxpayer’s Burden," consists of three parts, with the first part focusing on how pension promises to public workers have become un…
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15 min
"The Cost of Free Trade: Unpacking Milton Friedman’s Legacy" part 3
This source critiques Milton Friedman's free-trade theories, arguing that the promised "boomerang dollar" effect, where money spent overseas returns to stimulate the U.S. economy,…
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25 min
"The Cost of Free Trade: Unpacking Milton Friedman’s Legacy" part 1
This episode unravels the loss of over 10 million U.S. manufacturing jobs, spotlighting the offshoring to low-wage countries like Vietnam, China, Mexico, and India. We’ll dive into…
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19 min
The Cost of Free Trade: Unpacking Milton Friedman’s Legacy" part 2
the consequences of global trade, connecting job losses to stagnant wages and a surge in billionaire wealth. It argues that while companies profited from cheap overseas labor, Amer…
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15 min
Trickledown economics discussion
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11 min
Tariffs, Trade, and Societal Impact
The provided texts present arguments surrounding tariffs and their impact on society. One perspective, seemingly from a business executive, emphasizes efficiency and profit maximiz…