11 episodes

American prosperity was built on a foundation of free markets and free people. But, with inflation on the rise and a struggling market, many in America’s political class are attempting to recycle failed socialist ideas and calling for government intervention in nearly every aspect of American life. In this National Review Capital Matters podcast, presented by the National Review Institute, financier David Bahnsen hosts interviews with the nation’s top business leaders, entrepreneurs, and financial commentators. Tune in to hear guests such as Larry Kudlow, Steve Forbes, and Art Laffer present a practical and moral vindication of America’s capitalist way of life.

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American prosperity was built on a foundation of free markets and free people. But, with inflation on the rise and a struggling market, many in America’s political class are attempting to recycle failed socialist ideas and calling for government intervention in nearly every aspect of American life. In this National Review Capital Matters podcast, presented by the National Review Institute, financier David Bahnsen hosts interviews with the nation’s top business leaders, entrepreneurs, and financial commentators. Tune in to hear guests such as Larry Kudlow, Steve Forbes, and Art Laffer present a practical and moral vindication of America’s capitalist way of life.

    Episode 171: Climate and Energy

    Episode 171: Climate and Energy

    David is joined by Dr. David Legates and Dr. Cal Beisner for a discussion of their new book, "Climate and Energy," and a discussion of the very subjects of climate and energy. What will the impact be on the poor if environmental extremists get their way? Why has the scientific community become such a strong advocate of censorship versus open debate on this issue? What do we think about coal, natural gas, and nuclear when thinking about energy policy? This is a comprehensive, balanced, well-reasoned discussion on one of the most important topics in contemporary society.

    • 55 min
    Episode 170: An Investment You Pay Money to Own?

    Episode 170: An Investment You Pay Money to Own?

    David is joined this week by John Tamny of RealClearMarkets and Jack Ryan of REX, the co-authors of the brand new, magnificent book, "Bringing Adam Smith into the American Home: A Case Against Home Ownership." They discuss the cartel that is the National Association of Realtors and why mobility, dynamism, and free enterprise benefit from people who can move around and do things. It is a controversial, riveting discussion.

    • 55 min
    Episode 169: Déjà vu and Demography

    Episode 169: Déjà vu and Demography

    David is joined again by Dr. Samuel Gregg, recent recipient of the 2024 Bradley Prize, for a thorough discussion of what ails China’s economy and why U.S. industrial policy would prove to be a huge and unnecessary mistake. A little Japanese history is on display, and the two friends also have a bigger-picture discussion of the cultural forces that do the most damage to economic growth.

    • 51 min
    Episode 168: Proud of Ripping Off Taxpayers

    Episode 168: Proud of Ripping Off Taxpayers

    David is joined this week by Danielle DiMartino Booth, one of his favorite Fed critics, and now his new favorite critic of those who steal from taxpayers.

    • 44 min
    Episode 167: The Best Mentor of All

    Episode 167: The Best Mentor of All

    In this last installment for Mentor Month, David is joined by his late father, Dr. Greg Bahnsen, who, although he passed away in 1995, left a legacy of material perfect for incorporating into a 2024 podcast. David went through 20+ sermons and lectures from his dad from the 1970s and '80s to assemble a wonderful back and forth on work, and the power of Greg Bahnsen’s mentorship couldn’t be more clear!

    • 50 min
    Episode 166: The Right Side of the Desk

    Episode 166: The Right Side of the Desk

    David is joined for this third installment of Mentor Month by Lowell Miller, the founder and former head of Miller/Howard Investments, who taught David the philosophy of dividend-growth investing he has held dear for a couple of decades now. Together, they walk through Lowell’s fascinating journey from Rolling Stone poet to leading dividend-growth guru, what it meant to David’s life and career, and why that approach to investing is as important now as it has ever been.

    • 57 min

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