Episodes
Argentina just elected a new president who calls himself an advocate for individual liberty. But is this too good to be true, and what does it mean for the rest of the world?
Published 01/18/24
One of Britain’s most famous prime minister was a controversial woman named Margaret Thatcher, often known as the “Iron Lady.”
Published 01/16/24
After WWII, a lot of people tried to make excuses for their war crimes by saying they were "just following orders." Is horrific behavior okay if you were doing what you are told? Or do you have a responsibility to do the right thing no matter what the consequences might be?
Published 01/11/24
Everyone needs to work to provide for their families. But for many professions, the government makes earning a living hard by putting a lot of barriers in the way.
Published 01/09/24
Every year Time Magazine names the most important people of the year. Today, Brittany and Connor get a chance to make their own list.
Published 01/04/24
2023 is almost in the books. What were some of the biggest events that happened this year? And what can we learn from them?
Published 01/02/24
Over the last several years crime in America has gotten much worse. Why has this been happening? And our there things we can do to fix it?
Published 12/28/23
When the first European settlers founded the Jamestown colony, things got off to a rocky start. The only thing that saved the colony was the introduction of private property rights.
Published 12/26/23
Each of us leaves behind a trace of our lives when we leave this world. And what kind of trace we leave behind matters.
Published 12/21/23
Jaiden Rodriguez stood up to ignorance and falsehood, and stood for free speech. What can we learn from his story?
Published 12/19/23
When Ollie Fequiere was six years old, he started a bath bomb business that quickly became popular with his friends and classmates. What lessons can we learn from Ollie?
Published 12/14/23
Today, Brittany and Connor talk about one of the most important American Founding Fathers, a man named Thomas Jefferson.
Published 12/12/23
Bad behavior is sometimes punished to teach us a lesson. But with or without formal punishment, every action, good or bad, has natural consequences that teach us important lessons?
Published 12/07/23
Connor and Brittany are back with another “ism” episode, this time they dive into “egalitarianism” and how it has been used to push dangerous socialist agendas.
Published 12/05/23
To make a change in the world, you have to be able to convince other people that your ideas are the right ones. This means changing minds and hearts, but which one is more important?
Published 11/30/23
Today, Connor and Brittany talk about the Boston Massacre and why the trial that took place after became such an important lesson in our justice system.
Published 11/28/23
As you get started in your career, there are opportunities, like internships, where you may be expected to work for free. Is it ever a good thing to give your work away for free?
Published 11/23/23
You’ve already heard from Brittany and Ronni, so today, Connor chimes in to tell us which historical figures he would most want to meet.
Published 11/21/23
The entire world is talking about the conflict between Israel and Palenstine. But what is the conflict about? And is there anything the rest of the world can do?
Published 11/16/23
It’s been over a year since the situation between Russia and Ukraine reached a boiling point. But what is happening now? And what role is the U.S. playing in the conflict? Should we be playing any role at all?
Published 11/14/23
When we do something wrong, we know to say I am sorry. But what does it mean to really apologize and how can you show that you really mean it.
Published 11/09/23
Have you heard of something called Affirmative Action? This idea means some colleges treat applicants differently based on the color of their skin, which is racism.
Published 11/07/23
Is there anything that can be done to fix the student loan problem?
Published 11/03/23
One of the most brilliant mathematicians broke social barriers and helped America get to the moon.
Published 11/01/23
Today, Brittany and Ronni talk about one of the most infamous villains of the 20th century, the Italian Fascist leader, Benito Mussolini.
Published 10/30/23