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Please, Mr. Fed. Let Me Earn a Living

Frances — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:28:07 +0000

As Ayn Rand has observed, “Capitalism is the system of the future – if man is to have a future.” The lifeblood of capitalism is economic freedom which includes property rights, the freedom of adults to contract with one another, minimal government regulation and freedom to fail. The ranking of the U.S. among the nations of the world on its level of economic freedom continues to drop. How does this affect Joe Sixpack, or even Charlie Chardonnay? In this encore episode, Bob speaks to Dr. Michael Stroup, economics professor at Stephen F. Austin State University in Texas. He has spent his life studying economic freedom. His conclusions will surprise and frighten you. Are we all driving a government-financed Chevy Volts down Hayek’s the Road to Serfdom? Maybe. You won’t want to miss this show.

The Triumph of Principle Over Politics

Frances — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 01:20:11 +0000

When Gary Johnson first started competing in the Republican Presidential primary battle, Bob knew he was a candidate he could support based on his qualifications and beliefs; not because of his party affiliation. At last, there was a candidate who would not disappoint; one whose principles were clear. Most importantly, he had no political baggage and was electable. What Bob did not consider was the cynicism of the Republican Party and their manipulation of the rules so as to exclude Governor Johnson from most debates and the power of mainstream media (particularly Fox News) to deny him coverage.

Governor Johnson strategically redefined his candidacy for the Presidential nomination by running as a Libertarian and Bob is delighted to welcome him back to the show to discuss this important decision. Governor Johnson discusses third party politics and he discuss the likely differences between the Democratic and Republican platforms vs. the Libertarian platform. Current events in Afghanistan and Iraq are proving that he is right on foreign policy and the other parties are dead wrong. What are the other differences? Don’t miss this chance to present your questions to our next President. 910 AM in the SF Bay Area. www.newstalk910.com.

Do Libertarians Have A Horse in This Race?

Frances — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:34:12 +0000

As the true nature of the Republican Presidential contenders begins to appear, Libertarians are wondering if there is any candidate they can embrace. If there are more than one who’d qualify, who should they support and why? How does each candidate’s platform look through a Libertarian filter? Even more intriguing is the prospect of Ron Paul or Gary Johnson running as a third-party candidate on a Libertarian Party slate. Will that throw the election to Obama or give Libertarians a voice we’ve never had before? Who better to discuss these key issues with Bob than Mark Hinkle, Chair of the Libertarian Party? In this encore episode, Mark joins Bob live in the studio to discuss the 2012 presidential election from a purely Libertarian point of view. Important election. Important topic. Important show. Bob and Mark. Don’t miss it.

Who Speaks For Us? Meet the Candidates

Frances — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 23:45:56 +0000

This week will be the first of a series of our shows introducing you to the possible Libertarian candidates for national office. Bob looks at the candidates the media ignores; the candidates the “Republicrats” wish would go away. In this episode, Bob spends an hour with Carl Person who is seeking the Libertarian nomination for President. They discuss the issues that matter, not just what the talking heads on mainstream media are droning about. It’s an an hour of Libertarian fun and stimulation. Bob’s show has been called “the most interesting hour on radio.” Learn why.

Have Our Banks Become Nationalized?

Frances — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 19:07:51 +0000

Hugo Chavez, dictator (oops, we mean President) of Venezuela, is reputed to control 1/3 of the Venezuelan economy. That’s peanuts compared to the percentage of the US economy President Obama controls. With Dodd-Frank now on the books, Obama is now able to insure that America’s banks carry out his social and economic policies. The middle class is feeling it already. The banking services they purchase will now cost more just so the banking services sold to the poor are cheaper or even free! Say goodbye to free markets. In this encore episode, Bob is again joined by Tom McGraw, CEO of First National Bank of Northern California. They discuss the quasi-nationalization of our banks and how the making of ordinary business decisions is controlled by banking regulators; thus replacing the business sense and banking knowledge of the owners and management of the banks. It’s an unholy and unhealthy perversion of the free market. Get the inside story.

Environmentalism- The Libertarian Way

Frances — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:55:09 +0000

The aftermath of the gift giving holidays is upon us. Paper, ribbons, boxes, and a tree to recycle.. what an environmental disaster!

In this encore episode, Bob joins Dr. Mary Ruwart, a Libertarian who has studied environmental issues for most of her life, to learn why free markets are green markets. Only free markets will save the grey wolf, the humpback whale, the snail darter and the spotted owl; without regulation, without ethanol subsidies, without the EPA, and without Al Gore!

Have Our Banks Become Nationalized?

Frances — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 17:25:32 +0000

Hugo Chavez, dictator (oops, we mean President) of Venezuela, is reputed to control 1/3 of the Venezuelan economy. That’s peanuts compared to the percentage of the US economy President Obama controls. With Dodd-Frank now on the books, Obama is now able to insure that America’s banks carry out his social and economic policies. The middle class is feeling it already. The banking services they purchase will now cost more just so the banking services sold to the poor are cheaper or even free! Say goodbye to free markets. In this episode, Bob is again joined by Tom McGraw, CEO of First National Bank of Northern California. They discuss the quasi-nationalization of our banks and how the making of ordinary business decisions is controlled by banking regulators; thus replacing the business sense and banking knowledge of the owners and management of the banks. It’s an unholy and unhealthy perversion of the free market. Get the inside story.

Boeing Beats Unions by Caving to Unions

Frances — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:31:04 +0000

This week, the NLRB withdrew their suit against Boeing. Based on a union complaint, The NLRB sought to prevent Boeing from building Dreamliners in union-free South Carolina, instead of union-infested Washington State. Victory for Boeing? Not quite. Boeing caved into union demands in order to get them to withdraw their complaint. What a perfect reason to explore the evils of the American labor movement. In this episode, Bob is honored to welcome first-time guest Vincent Vernuccio, a labor expert with the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Bob expects to examine right to work laws, union hypocrisy, and the basic right of freedom of contract. These issues affect every working American. Don’t miss it.

Please, Mr. Fed. Let Me Earn a Living

Frances — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 17:38:02 +0000

As Ayn Rand has observed, “Capitalism is the system of the future – if man is to have a future.” The lifeblood of capitalism is economic freedom which includes property rights, the freedom of adults to contract with one another, minimal government regulation and freedom to fail. The ranking of the U.S. among the nations of the world on its level of economic freedom continues to drop. How does this affect Joe Sixpack, or even Charlie Chardonnay? In this episode, Bob speaks to Dr. Michael Stroup, economics professor at Stephen F. Austin State University in Texas. He has spent his life studying economic freedom. His conclusions will surprise and frighten you. Are we all driving a government-financed Chevy Volts down Hayek’s the Road to Serfdom? Maybe. You won’t want to miss this show.

Whose Loophole is it, Anyway?

Frances — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 23:26:31 +0000

”Loopholes.” ”Tax the Rich.” “Tax Credits to Create Jobs.” “Buffet Tax.” Enough of this!

Join Bob Zadek and Tax Historian and prolific tax blogger Joe Thorndike (http://thorndike.com/) in this episode for a light and breezy hour of tax policy from a Libertarian perspective. Bob’s got a two sentence change to the tax law which would instantly give every taxpayer the same power as Congress and privatize all governmental income transfers. Bob and Joe clear the fog of tax jargon. Taxation is the mother of all pocketbook issues.