Posts by Robert Murphy
Ep. 339 An Interdisciplinary Commentary on the Gospel Accounts of Jesus Christ: Installment 5, the Lamb of God
Bob covers John 1: 19-31 in his Bible commentary series. He states that a lamb was not a “scapegoat” in terms of Jewish animalistic sacrifice for the propitiation of sins (using an RC Sproul clip to explain). Then Bob gives various justifications for the use of a sacrificial lamb, since it seemingly violates our intuitive…
Ep. 338 The Problems With Kamala Harris’ Anti-Price Gouging Proposal
Bob goes solo to give the standard critique of price ceilings, and then addresses specific responses from progressive supporters of Harris. Mentioned in the Episode and Other Links of Interest: Bob’s infineo article critiquing Harris’ proposal. An academic paper justifying “price controls” in Germany that weren’t really price controls. Details for the 2024 ExPat Money Summit.…
Ep. 337 Gregory Baus Explains Reformed Libertarianism
Along with Kerry Baldwin, Gregory Baus co-hosts the Reformed Libertarians podcast. After first explaining Reformed theology in relation to other Christian perspectives, Greg discusses its relevance for libertarians. Mentioned in the Episode and Other Links of Interest: The YouTube version of this interview. The Monetary Metals 12% silver opportunity. Details for the 2024 ExPat Money Summit. About Gregory Baus.…
Ep. 336 Should the US Government Acquire a Bitcoin Reserve?
Bob weighs the pros and cons of Senator Lummis’ recent proposal to build up a strategic Bitcoin reserve. Mentioned in the Episode and Other Links of Interest: Bob’s article on a strategic Bitcoin reserve. The Monetary Metals 12% silver opportunity. Details for the 2024 ExPat Money Summit. Press release from Senator Lummis on her BITCOIN Act. Bob’s…
Ep. 335 Understanding Rene Girard’s Influence on JD Vance
David Gornoski, host of A Neighbor’s Choice, rejoins Bob to explain how mimetic theorist Rene Girard influence Trump’s running mate, via Peter Thiel. Mentioned in the Episode and Other Links of Interest: The YouTube version of this interview. The Monetary Metals 12% silver opportunity. JD Vance’s essay on his conversion. David Gornoski’s A Neighbor’s Choice. Dan McCarthy on the Tom Woods…