Haman Nature

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In search of a peaceful and prosperous society using human nature as a guide. hamannature.substack.com

  1. 1d ago

    American System Critique 2 | Hn 246

    On this crossover episode, Adam Haman and economist Bob Murphy take a second bite at critiquing/analyzing The American System, using the essays of Joe Withrow (phoenicianleague.com) as a launching off point. Does the system have any real merits? What about versus the available political alternatives? Wisdom and nuance inside!00:00 — Intro. Adam apologies for a misconstrual. Bob apologies for not being a reader.03:43 — The Crime of 1873. What happened and why? Why is it important? 15:10 — What exactly is the American System? It has changed over time.19:25 — Adam vs Bob: Steel-manning the arguments in favor of the American System.1:09:40 — Outro and final thoughts. Thank you for supporting Haman Nature! Sponsor mentioned: https://ExPatMoney.com/MurphyHaman Nature Merch Store: https://shop.hamannature.com Website and article series mentioned: https://phoenicianleague.com/Previous Hn episode mentioned: Adam on X: https://x.com/Rerazer Bob on X: https://x.com/BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: https://www.bobmurphyshow.com/ Adam’s other show: https://naturalorderpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 15m
  2. Asset Bubbles and the Great Depression: Analyzing Aman Verjee with Coleman Hughes| Hn 245

    4d ago

    Asset Bubbles and the Great Depression: Analyzing Aman Verjee with Coleman Hughes| Hn 245

    On this crossover episode, Adam Haman and economist Bob Murphy analyze an interesting discussion about asset bubbles, their causes and effects, the Great Depression, and the housing bubble that popped leading into the 2008 crisis. Can asset bubbles actually be a good thing? What is the truth of it? Answers inside!00:00 — Intro. God v Gremlins01:02 — Coleman Hughes recently interviewed Aman Verjee. Initial thoughts?03:28 — Clip 1: What is an asset bubble? How is it defined? 17:49 — Clip 2: Where do asset bubbles form? What elements must be present for a bubble to form? Can asset bubbles be good? Is Artificial Intelligence in 2026 a bubble?44:53 — Clip 3: What's the truth about the Great Depression?1:14:24 — What caused the Housing Bubble that lead up to the 2008 crash? 1:20:27 — Outro and final thoughts. Thank you for supporting Haman Nature!Sponsor mentioned: https://ExpatMoney.com/MurphyHaman Nature Merch Store: https://shop.hamannature.comAdam on X: https://x.com/Rerazer Bob on X: https://x.com/BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: https://www.bobmurphyshow.com/ Adam’s other show: https://naturalorderpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 22m
  3. BONUS EPISODE: Economic Law #6 | Hn 244

    6d ago

    BONUS EPISODE: Economic Law #6 | Hn 244

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit hamannature.substack.com We dive in to the second half of the book “Economics In Three Lessons and 100 Economic Laws” by Hunter Lewis and read through of Economic Law #6. We will present each economic law as a standalone BONUS episode for our paid subscribers only. Thank you for your support and we hope you enjoy!

    5 min
  4. A Day In The Life In Ancapville | Hn 243

    Jun 19

    A Day In The Life In Ancapville | Hn 243

    Adam Haman and Tyrone the Porcupine Hobo dive a little deeper into one of Adam's recent Substack articles, "A Day in the Life of Alex in AnCapville" (linked below). People who cannot be persuaded by polemics and academic treatises can often be reached through simple narratives. After all, stories are our native structure. They are literally how we think, learn, and live. 00:00 — Intro. Follow us on Substack at https://HamanNature.Substack.com!01:27 — Libertarians need to learn to "show, don't tell". Polemics don't persuade most folks.06:32 — How art can affect people in powerful ways: Star Trek edition!13:25 — Let's dive into the article! What do HOAs and insurance companies have to do with liberty? Was statism necessary for human development? And of course, who will build the roads?41:42 — Are the rules the same everywhere, or in every interaction? How are disagreements handled? 55:20 — What about crime? Is this safe? What happens to criminals in this society? Also, should we abandon the term "libertarian"? Are there better options?1:14:28 — Outro. Thank you for supporting Haman Nature!Article mentioned: A Day in the Life of Alex in AnCapville: Join the Haman Nature Substack for daily articles and bonus content! https://hamannature.substack.com Haman Nature Merch Store: https://shop.hamannature.com Other books (a very incomplete list) on anarcho-libertarianism:For a New Liberty and The Ethics of Liberty and Anatomy of the State by Murray RothbardThe Market for Liberty by Morris and Linda TannehillChaos Theory by Robert MurphyThe Machinery of Freedom by David FriedmanDemocracy: The God that Failed by Hans-Hermann HoppeThe Problem of Political Authority by Michael HuemerThe Ethics of Anarcho-Capitalism by Kris Borer (This is also told in narrative structure!Adam on X: https://x.com/Rerazer Adam’s other show: https://naturalorderpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 16m
  5. Lonesome Dove Revisited | Hn 242

    Jun 12

    Lonesome Dove Revisited | Hn 242

    Adam Haman and economist Bob Murphy are back to analyzing books and movies on this crossover episode! On tap today is the 1985 novel Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry. This classic Western has it all! We also play a couple clips from the TV miniseries from 1989. Enjoy!00:00 — Intro. Adam and Bob's Crossover Book and Movie Club presents: Lonesome Dove!00:52 — Let's dive in! What are the initial thoughts of the fellas about Lonesome Dove?10:45 — Clip 1: Gus and Call revisit an old watering hole.21:56 — Clip 2: Call doesn't tolerate rude behavior. Beware.37:00 — Deeper thoughts on the merits of this novel and its various themes and elements.1:14:20 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature! Sponsor mentioned: https://ExpatMoney.com/MurphyHaman Nature Merch Store: https://shop.hamannature.comAdam on X: https://x.com/Rerazer Bob on X: https://x.com/BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: https://www.bobmurphyshow.com/ Adam’s other show: https://naturalorderpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 16m

  6. Jun 9

    A.I. Is Different From What You Think with Michael Fraser | HN 241

    Adam welcomes to Haman Nature Michael Fraser, co-founder of Action/Insight and a man very familiar with both Austrian economics and the inner workings and capabilities of the Large Language Models (LLMs) we are calling Artificial Intelligence these days. Michael has a fascinating claim for us to explore. Are these LLMs more than "just" machines? Are they Misesian actors? Let's find out!00:00 — Intro. Welcoming a smart and fascinating fellow, Michael Fraser! Who is this guy and why are we listening to him about LLMs and Misesian action?09:00 — Michael lays out his thesis: LLMs (regardless of any theory of consciousness) are Misesian actors in the world. Mises's theory has broader applications than are required to understand markets.14:40 — What things are Misesian actors and what aren't? Is there a spectrum? Are there levels? Calculators? Beavers? Dogs (mine or yours?), LLMs? Politicians? What is Misesian action? How do we evaluate teleology with regard to LLMs?27:40 — Time, interaction, iteration, trajectory: how do these concepts relate to this issue? How should we think of LLMs? How many "Claudes" or "Groks" are there, could be, or have ever been?35:33 — How does math (and reality itself?) constrain how LLMs exist and act in the world? How does path dependency relate to this question?41:20 — How do we know Michael isn't just being fooled by a fancy word model and hallucinating Misesian action? How do Mises's "alter ego warrants" relate to us being fooled about "personhood"?47:19 — On a Misesian action spectrum, between calculator and humans, where should we place beavers, dogs, chess engines, LLMs, Teslas, and your cousin Ernie? Are there levels? Does qualia have anything to do with this?53:02 — How should we understand LLM "hallucinations" within Michael's framework? Are LLMs "answer machines" or "useful cauldrons"?59:02 — How should we think about the Turing Test vis-a-vis LLMs?1:04:44 — How should we think about the terms AI, AGI, ASI, etc? Are these terms meaningful?1:09:30 — Why does interaction with another matter? Surely Misesian action occurs when we act alone, right? What does the classic Robinson Crusoe economics case reveal here?1:13:09 — Do we need an "LLM rights tribunal" because of the way we treat LLMs?1:18:27 — Does Adam buy Michael's argument?1:19:58 — What does Michael think is happening inside an LLM?1:30:30 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature!Michael on X: https://x.com@zeroshotnothingMichael's paper presented at the AERC: https://austrianintelligence.orgMichael's business: https://actioninsight.aiMichael's interview with Bob Murphy on the Infineo podcast, explaining his recent paper "Artificial Action" that he presented at the Austrian Economics Research Conference: Michael's previous appearance on the Infineo podcast: Michael on the Bob Murphy Show: Sponsor mentioned: https://TheSwanBrothers.com/crossoverHaman Nature Merch Store: https://shop.hamannature.comAdam on X: https://x.com/Rerazer Bob on X: https://x.com/BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: https://www.bobmurphyshow.com/ Adam’s other show: https://naturalorderpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 33m
  7. Jeremy Kauffman Controversy At The LP Convention | Hn 240

    Jun 5

    Jeremy Kauffman Controversy At The LP Convention | Hn 240

    On this crossover episode, Adam Haman and economist Bob Murphy comment on the controversies at the 2026 Libertarian Party National Convention surrounding the Libertarian Party of New Hampshire and its fiery chair, Jeremy Kauffman, who spoke about these matters recently on the Tom Woods Show.00:00 — Intro. Two housekeeping items: 1) Adam's face and 2) Bob's compulsion.02:30 — Clip 1: A portion of the speech Jeremy Kauffman gave at the convention while running for chair. 15:37 — Clip 2: Kauffman discusses the degeneracy of the Libertarian Party. 24:19 — Clip 3: Kauffman responds to criticism about LPNH's messaging style.38:34 — Clip 4: A theft and an assault occurred at this convention. What does libertarianism say about this matter?57:18 — An important discussion of dermatological law ensues.1:00:21 — Outro and final thoughts. Thank you for supporting Haman Nature!Sponsor mentioned: https://ExpatMoney.com/MurphyDocument by Stephan Kinsella mentioned: The Universal Principles of Liberty: https://theuniversalprinciplesofliberty.com/enHaman Nature Merch Store: https://shop.hamannature.comAdam on X: https://x.com/Rerazer Bob on X: https://x.com/BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: https://www.bobmurphyshow.com/ Adam’s other show: https://naturalorderpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 4m
  8. Cybersecurity Engineer Jacob Lovell Explains The Origins And Dangers Of The Internet | Hn 239

    Jun 2

    Cybersecurity Engineer Jacob Lovell Explains The Origins And Dangers Of The Internet | Hn 239

    Adam welcomes the cybersecurity engineer Jacob Lovell on the show to talk about how the internet actually works, its beginnings, and what the future of tech might look like. Note: This was recorded April 30, 2026 -- because tech moves fast!00:00 — Intro. Welcoming smart techy person Jacob Lovell!00:59 — Jacob explains what a Content Delivery Network (CDN) is, and also some impressive facts about his company (Akamai) and the impressive people who founded it.13:10 — See, the internet is a series of tubes! A brief history of the anarchic internet and how it works.24:58 — What is Net Neutrality? What would happen to the internet if it were enacted? 46:40 — How is security provided on the internet? 52:02 — What is the future for the internet? How about AI and quantum computing?1:12:14 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature!Jacob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobsec/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 13m
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In search of a peaceful and prosperous society using human nature as a guide. hamannature.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Haman Nature
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    234
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Adam Haman
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