Let People Prosper

Vance Ginn, Ph.D.
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Let People Prosper

What works best to let people prosper? Join leading free-market economist Vance Ginn, Ph.D. as he works to understand this question through weekly interviews with interesting people on Tuesdays and weekly economic updates on Fridays. His insights build on past lessons, being president of Ginn Economic Consulting, and contributing to more than 15 think tanks while formerly teaching economics in academia and serving as chief economist of the White House's OMB. Dr. Ginn is a Christian, husband, father of three kids, classical liberal, and rock drummer who resides near Austin, Texas.

  1. Understanding Economics for a Better World with Dr. Peter Boettke | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 119🎙️

    1 DAY AGO

    Understanding Economics for a Better World with Dr. Peter Boettke | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 119🎙️

    Join me for Episode 119 of the Let People Prosper Show with Dr. Peter Boettke, a Distinguished University Professor of Economics at George Mason University, the BB&T Professor for the Study of Capitalism, and the Director of the F.A. Hayek Program for Advanced Study in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University. He recently received the Public Choice Society's highest academic honor for his significant contributions to Public Choice scholarship. In our conversation, Pete discusses the evolution of economic thought, the importance of education in shaping economists, and the role of government in economics. We explore personal experiences that led them to economics, the influence of key figures like Milton Friedman and Friedrich Hayek, and the challenges of public governance. The discussion emphasizes the need for economic literacy, the importance of rules in policy, and the future of economic thought in addressing contemporary issues. Please share and rate the Let People Prosper Show wherever you get your podcasts, visit vanceginn.com for more insights, and subscribe to my newsletter for show notes at vanceginn.substack.com.

    1h 7m
  2. Emerging Election Debates, Newsom's Gas Controls, & Nobel Prize Winners | This Week's Economy Ep. 83

    4 DAYS AGO

    Emerging Election Debates, Newsom's Gas Controls, & Nobel Prize Winners | This Week's Economy Ep. 83

    This week’s episode tackles some of the most pressing economic issues before the upcoming election. We dive into both presidential candidates' economic proposals and how policies like tariffs, price controls, and intervention in the Federal Reserve are creating concern among economists. We also explore policymakers’ attempts to control prices and quantities of goods, the ongoing debate over school choice, and how the Nobel Prize in Economics brings new perspectives on prosperity and immigration.  Watch the episode on YouTube below, listen to it on Apple Podcast or Spotify, visit my website for more information, and get show notes at www.vanceginn.substack.com.

    14 min
  3. Venezuela's Socialism, U.S. Immigration, and the Fight for Freedom with Daniel Di Martino | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 118🎙️

    OCT 17

    Venezuela's Socialism, U.S. Immigration, and the Fight for Freedom with Daniel Di Martino | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 118🎙️

    Join me for Episode 118 of the Let People Prosper Show with Daniel Di Martino, a PhD candidate in Economics at Columbia University and a graduate fellow at the Manhattan Institute, who shares his experiences living under socialism in Venezuela and its impact on his family. DiMartino discusses the current political landscape in Venezuela, the challenges faced by the opposition, and the implications of socialism on daily life. He also delves into immigration in the U.S., presenting research on immigrants' economic and fiscal impacts and the ongoing debate surrounding immigration policy. The conversation concludes with thoughts on the future of immigration reform in the U.S. and the importance of understanding these issues as the election season approaches. Please share and rate the Let People Prosper Show wherever you get your podcasts, visit vanceginn.com for more insights, and subscribe to my newsletter for show notes at vanceginn.substack.com.

    45 min
  4. Key Election Issues: School Choice, Illegal Immigration, and Inflation | This Week's Economy Ep. 82

    OCT 14

    Key Election Issues: School Choice, Illegal Immigration, and Inflation | This Week's Economy Ep. 82

    As election day approaches, critical issues like school choice, the federal deficit, Medicare, inflation, and financial data privacy dominate discussions. From the growing debate on school choice to alarming projections about our national debt, these policies will impact the economic well-being of Americans. Here’s a brief look at where things stand and what’s at stake. Watch the episode on YouTube below, listen to it on Apple Podcast or Spotify, visit my website www.vanceginn.com for more information, and get show notes at www.vanceginn.substack.com.

    10 min
  5. Letting Insurance and Other Markets Work with Texas State Rep. Tom Oliverson | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 117🎙️

    OCT 10

    Letting Insurance and Other Markets Work with Texas State Rep. Tom Oliverson | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 117🎙️

    Join me for Episode 117 of the Let People Prosper Show with Dr. Tom Oliverson, state representative of Texas, for a thought-provoking discussion about key policy issues in Texas, such as property taxes, the budget, and insurance policy, and what this means for the upcoming 2025 Legislative Session. Please share and rate the Let People Prosper Show wherever you get your podcasts, visit vanceginn.com for more insights, and subscribe to my newsletter for show notes at vanceginn.substack.com.

    56 min
  6. Interest Rates, Job Market, and AI Innovation | This Week's Economy Ep. 81

    OCT 7

    Interest Rates, Job Market, and AI Innovation | This Week's Economy Ep. 81

    In episode 81 of This Week's Economy, I discuss the Federal Reserve's looming decision on interest rates, the shifting dynamics in the U.S. labor market, California Governor Newsom's veto on AI regulation, and more! Visit my website www.vanceginn.com for more information, and get show notes at www.vanceginn.substack.com.

    12 min
  7. Failure of Good Intentions & Progressive Policy with Ben Ayanian | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 116🎙️

    OCT 3

    Failure of Good Intentions & Progressive Policy with Ben Ayanian | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 116🎙️

    Join me for Episode 116 of the Let People Prosper Show with Ben Ayanian for a fantastic conversation about how good intentions don’t make good policy. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota, where he studied philosophy, business law, and political science. He is also the author of the book, Beyond Intention: How Progressive Economic Policy Initiatives Would Harm Society's Most Vulnerable. Subscribe, share, and rate the Let People Prosper Show, and visit vanceginn.substack.com for show notes and vanceginn.com for more insights.

    54 min
  8. SALT Tax, Nuclear Race, Property Tax Solutions | This Week's Economy Ep. 80

    SEP 30

    SALT Tax, Nuclear Race, Property Tax Solutions | This Week's Economy Ep. 80

    In episode 80 of This Week's Economy, I discuss the SALT tax deduction problems, California’s social media law concerns, nuclear power race with China, VP debate challenges, presidential candidates miss pro-growth policies, and Texas can eliminate property taxes. Watch the episode, or listen to it on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and visit my website vanceginn.com and newsletter vanceginn.substack.com for more information.

    14 min
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What works best to let people prosper? Join leading free-market economist Vance Ginn, Ph.D. as he works to understand this question through weekly interviews with interesting people on Tuesdays and weekly economic updates on Fridays. His insights build on past lessons, being president of Ginn Economic Consulting, and contributing to more than 15 think tanks while formerly teaching economics in academia and serving as chief economist of the White House's OMB. Dr. Ginn is a Christian, husband, father of three kids, classical liberal, and rock drummer who resides near Austin, Texas.

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    Vance Ginn, Ph.D.
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    211
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    © Vance Ginn, Ph.D.
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