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Who Really Holds Power in Capitalism? | TWE 164
May 18, 2026
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Taxing Success Won’t Fix Broken Budgets with Jack Salmon | LPP 198
May 14, 2026
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Today's Policies Driving the Affordability Crisis | TWE 163
May 11, 2026
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Energy Affordability is a Policy Choice with Lora Current | LPP 197
May 7, 2026
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How to Help More Americans Move from Welfare to Work | TWE 162
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| 5/18/26 | ![]() Who Really Holds Power in Capitalism? | TWE 164 | One of the biggest myths about capitalism is that it concentrates power among elites. In reality, free-market capitalism decentralizes power by allowing millions of individuals to make decisions through voluntary exchange, entrepreneurship, investment, and competition.In this episode of This Week’s Economy, we explore why strong institutions matter, how economic freedom disperses power, and why centralized government control often weakens prosperity and opportunity.We also discuss:• Property rights and the rule of law• Federal Reserve distortions and overspending• Regulatory burdens and economic costs• Healthcare competition and certificate-of-need laws• School choice and decentralized education• Why spending restraint matters at every level of governmentThe closer decision-making stays to individuals, families, and communities, the stronger and more resilient society becomes.For show notes, more commentary, and resources:https://vanceginn.comhttps://vanceginn.substack.com | — | ||||||
| 5/14/26 | ![]() Taxing Success Won’t Fix Broken Budgets with Jack Salmon | LPP 198 | Politicians often promise to tax “the rich” to fund bigger government. But what happens when high earners leave?In Episode 198 of the Let People Prosper Show, Jack Salmon of the Mercatus Center joins me to explain how taxes influence migration, investment, entrepreneurship, and state competitiveness.We discuss why high-income taxpayers are more mobile than politicians assume, why wealth taxes often underperform, and why states like Florida, Texas, and Tennessee continue attracting people and capital while high-tax states struggle.The takeaway: sustainable prosperity comes from spending restraint, growth, and economic freedom—not punishing success.🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more conversations on policies that let people prosper. See show notes and more about my work at Ginn Economic Consulting at vanceginn.com. | — | ||||||
| 5/11/26 | ![]() Today's Policies Driving the Affordability Crisis | TWE 163 | The economy may be growing on paper—but millions of Americans still feel squeezed.In Episode 163 of This Week’s Economy, we break down the latest economic data and explain why inflation, debt, regulation, and bad incentives continue making life more expensive for families and businesses.We cover:• The rise of the “K-shaped economy”• Why gas prices keep climbing• How government overspending fuels inflation• Why Americans are moving toward lower-tax states• The future of the Federal Reserve• Why healthcare affordability requires more competition and patient controlThe conflict is simple:Washington keeps managing symptoms while ignoring root causes.The payoff:Policies focused on growth, energy abundance, spending restraint, and economic freedom can still turn things around.🎧 Listen now to Episode 163 of This Week’s Economy and subscribe for weekly economic analysis grounded in free-market principles.📖 Show notes at vanceginn.substack.com | — | ||||||
| 5/7/26 | ![]() Energy Affordability is a Policy Choice with Lora Current | LPP 197 | Electricity bills are rising. Gas prices are volatile. And families across the country are feeling it. But here’s the uncomfortable truth policymakers don’t like to admit: High energy costs are not just the result of markets—they’re the result of policy choices.Too often, lawmakers pass rules that sound good politically but quietly drive up costs, reduce reliability, and limit economic opportunity. And when prices rise, they blame everything except the policies that caused it. That needs to change.In Episode 197 of the Let People Prosper Show, I interviewed Lora Current of the American Legislative Exchange Council to break down what’s really driving energy costs—and what states can do to fix it. If you care about affordability, economic growth, and getting policy right, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.Watch the full episode on YouTube, Apple Podcast, or Spotify, visit my website at vanceginn.com for more information about my work at Ginn Economic Consulting, and see show notes on my newsletter at vanceginn.substack.com. | — | ||||||
| 5/4/26 | ![]() How to Help More Americans Move from Welfare to Work | TWE 162 | America’s welfare system is deeply fragmented, costly, and often counterproductive—making it harder, not easier, for people to move forward.I recently joined an online debate on welfare reform framed as a choice between stronger work requirements or structural changes like “One Door” to Work. But that’s the wrong question. The real question is this: how do we reduce dependency, waste fewer taxpayer dollars, and help more people move into work and self-sufficiency? Work requirements matter, but they are not enough on their own.In This Week’s Economy, I explain why real reform requires both: strengthening pro-work incentives and fixing the underlying system that delivers these programs. When policy aligns with how people respond to incentives, we can shift from managing dependency to helping people truly prosper.You can also get the full episode on YouTube, Apple Podcast, or Spotify, and find more information about my work at Ginn Economic Consulting. | — | ||||||
| 4/30/26 | ![]() The Fiscal Time Bomb Washington Won’t Fix with Dr. Patrick Horan | LPP 196 | Washington keeps spending like there’s no tomorrow. The problem is—there is. And the bill is coming due. Trillion-dollar deficits are now the norm. Interest costs are exploding. Politicians talk about “fiscal responsibility,” but the numbers tell a very different story. This isn’t a temporary problem. It’s structural.In Episode 196 of the Let People Prosper Show, I interviewed Dr. Patrick Horan of Fiscal Lab on Capitol Hill to break down what the data actually says about where we’re headed—and why it matters for growth, inflation, and long-term prosperity. If you want a clear, data-driven look at America’s fiscal trajectory, this is a conversation worth your time.🎧 Listen to the full episode of the Let People Prosper Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Find out more about my work at Ginn Economic Consulting here: vanceginn.com. Get show notes at vanceginn.substack.com. | — | ||||||
| 4/27/26 | ![]() Hidden Incentives Behind Today’s Policies | TWE 161 | Why does government policy so often focus on short-term fixes instead of long-term growth?In This Week’s Economy, we explore how political incentives shape economic policy—and why that leads to decisions that look good today but create bigger problems tomorrow.We break down:• Public choice economics and how politicians respond to incentives• Why short-term policies like redistribution and regulation dominate• How these choices distort markets and slow long-term growth• Real-world examples—from price controls to subsidies• What better, growth-focused policy should look likeThe conflict: short-term political wins vs. long-term prosperity.The takeaway: sustainable growth requires better rules—not just better intentions.📖 Show notes: https://vanceginn.substack.comFollow and share to stay informed on what’s really driving the economy. | — | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | ![]() Why Good Ideas Fail—and How to Fix It with Dr. Josh Bandoch | LPP 195 | Why do good ideas fail—and bad ones win?In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, I talk with Josh Bandoch about the art and science of persuasion and why facts alone aren’t enough to change minds.We explore how people actually process information, the role of emotion and trust in decision-making, and why many policy arguments fall flat despite strong evidence.If you want to become more effective at communicating ideas and influencing outcomes, this conversation offers practical insights you can use right away.🎧 Watch now and subscribe📩 Show notes: https://vanceginn.substack.com🌐 More at: https://vanceginn.com#Persuasion #Economics #PublicPolicy #Communication #Leadership #LetPeopleProsper | — | ||||||
| 4/20/26 | ![]() Why Inflation Keeps Rising | TWE 160 | Affordability isn’t improving—and policy is a major reason why.In this episode of This Week’s Economy, we unpack how inflation, government spending, regulatory burdens, and supply restrictions are driving up costs and limiting opportunity across the U.S.The conflict is real: policymakers keep expanding government while families face higher prices and fewer options.We cover:• March CPI and what it signals about inflation• Why job growth isn’t telling the full story• How federal spending is fueling long-term problems• State tax reform challenges and property tax pressures• The hidden costs of regulation and lawsuit abuse• Why data center restrictions threaten future growthThe payoff: practical solutions to restore affordability—cut spending, remove barriers, and let markets work.📖 Show notes: https://vanceginn.substack.comFollow and share to stay ahead of the economic trends shaping your future. | — | ||||||
| 4/16/26 | ![]() AI Regulation Is Going Off the Rails with Logan Kolas | Let People Prosper Ep. 194 | Artificial intelligence is advancing rapidly—but policymakers are struggling to keep up, and in many cases, getting it wrong.In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, I talk with Logan Kolas of the American Consumer Institute about the growing wave of state-level AI regulations and the risks they pose to innovation, competition, and consumers.We discuss why fragmented regulations can slow growth, how well-intentioned policies often backfire, and what a smarter, more innovation-friendly approach to AI policy should look like.👉 Learn more: https://vanceginn.com👉 Show notes: https://vanceginn.substack.com/p/51c930fb-1357-4a44-9436-fdf915f651adSubscribe for more conversations on economics, policy, and how to let people prosper. | — | ||||||
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| 4/13/26 | ![]() Taxes Are Inevitable, A Broken Tax Code Isn’t | This Week's Economy Ep. 159 | Taxes are inevitable—but a broken tax code doesn’t have to be.In this episode of This Week’s Economy, I take a closer look at how America’s tax system affects families, businesses, and long-term economic growth.We discuss why tax complexity matters, how current policies distort decisions, and what reforms could create a simpler, more pro-growth system that helps people prosper.🎧 Watch now and subscribe📩 More insights: vanceginn.substack.com🌐 Learn more: vanceginn.com | — | ||||||
| 4/9/26 | ![]() Why Understanding Economics Improves Prosperity with Dr. James DeNicco | Let People Prosper Ep. 193 | Economics is about how people make choices under scarcity—not just money.In this episode, I talk with Jimmy DeNicco of Rice University about the core principles of economics and how they shape policy, markets, and everyday decisions.We break down tradeoffs, incentives, tariffs, and why understanding economics is essential for prosperity.🔗 More: vanceginn.com | vanceginn.substack.com | — | ||||||
| 4/6/26 | ![]() Make Markets Work Again | This Week's Economy Ep. 158 | We’re at a moment where support for free-market capitalism is slipping—and it’s not hard to see why. From both political parties, we’re hearing the same kinds of ideas: cap prices, punish profits, and have the government take a more active role in managing markets. Politicians are increasingly trying to pick outcomes, override prices, and direct capital. And history is clear: this doesn’t fix capitalism's weaknesses—it replaces markets with politics.In today’s episode of This Week’s Economy, I break down why prices and profits matter—how they act as the heartbeat of the free market, sending signals, shaping decisions, and fueling the competition that improves our quality of life. Tune in to the full episode on YouTube, Apple Podcast, or Spotify, and visit my website for more information about my work at Ginn Economic Consulting. | — | ||||||
| 4/2/26 | ![]() The Myth of Conservative Texas with TX State Rep. Brian Harrison | LPP Ep. 192 | Texas is often seen as a model for freedom and economic growth—but many Texans aren’t feeling it.In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, I sit down with TX State Representative Brian Harrison (R) to discuss rising property taxes, record state spending, and the growing gap between Texas’s reputation and reality.We explore why budget surpluses haven’t translated into lasting tax relief, why property tax elimination should be the goal, and how school choice, fiscal discipline, and government accountability fit together. We also dig into the risks of expanding regulation around AI, age verification, and online activity—and where to draw the line between protection and overreach.If Texas wants to remain a leader in economic opportunity, it will need to focus on spending restraint, transparency, and policies that truly let people prosper.👉 Learn more at https://vanceginn.com👉 Get show notes at https://vanceginn.substack.comSubscribe to the Let People Prosper Show for more conversations on economics, policy, and how to expand opportunity. | — | ||||||
| 3/30/26 | ![]() The Hidden Costs of Social Media Regulation | This Week's Economy Ep. 157 | Are age-verification mandates really the solution to protecting kids online?In this episode of This Week’s Economy, we examine the rapid push by states to regulate app stores and social media platforms—and the serious risks these policies create.We cover:• Why the evidence behind smartphone-driven mental health claims is mixed• How digital ID systems threaten privacy and free speech• Why these regulations could entrench Big Tech and limit competition• A better approach that puts parents—not government—in charge🎧 Listen now: https://youtu.be/B5SFgE3pxS0📖 More at: https://vanceginn.substack.comSubscribe and share to help more people understand what’s at stake. | — | ||||||
| 3/26/26 | ![]() How Nuclear Energy Powers AI Revolution with Brian Gitt | Let People Prosper Ep. 191 | America’s next wave of economic growth—from artificial intelligence to advanced manufacturing—will require one critical input: abundant, reliable energy.In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, I sit down with Brian Gitt of Oklo to explore how advanced nuclear reactors could transform the energy landscape and help meet rapidly rising electricity demand.We discuss the connection between AI and energy, why reliability matters more than ever for data centers and industry, and how new business models like build-own-operate could reshape how power is delivered. We also dig into the policy barriers that continue to slow innovation—and what it will take to unlock true energy abundance.If you care about economic growth, national security, and the future of energy, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.👉 Learn more at https://vanceginn.com👉 Get show notes & updates at https://vanceginn.substack.comSubscribe to the Let People Prosper Show for more conversations on economics, policy, and how to expand opportunity for all. | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | ![]() You Can’t Hide from the Data: Bad Policy Has Costs | TWE Ep. 156 | The numbers are in—and the economy is flashing warning signs.A weakening labor market, rising healthcare costs, slowing growth, and increasing uncertainty are not isolated issues. They are the predictable consequences of policy decisions shaping today’s economy.In this episode of This Week’s Economy, we break down what’s really happening across jobs, Medicare, regulation, trade, and taxes—and why it all points to the same underlying problem.If policymakers don’t change course, the costs will continue to rise.🎧 Listen now for a clear, data-driven perspective on where the economy is headed. Get show notes at vanceginn.com. | — | ||||||
| 3/19/26 | ![]() The Affordability Challenge with Michael Strain | LPP Ep. 190 | Affordability is the defining economic issue for millions of Americans.In this episode, I talk with Michael R. Strain, Ph.D., of the American Enterprise Institute about inflation, tariffs, and why rising costs—not wages—are the real challenge facing families today.We explore what the data say, where policymakers are getting it wrong, and what a pro-growth path forward could look like.🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more conversations that help you think clearly about policy and prosperity. Get show notes and more at vanceginn.com. | — | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | ![]() Why Capitalism is Still the Greatest Moral Engine for Human Progress | TWE 155 | Free-market capitalism remains the best system ever discovered for human flourishing. Yet political support for it is wavering — and that should alarm anyone who cares about prosperity and freedom.A recent Gallup poll on Americans’ views of capitalism and socialism found that just 54% of Americans now view capitalism favorably — the lowest level Gallup has ever recorded.The partisan breakdown is striking:Republicans remain strongly pro-capitalist, though support has softened.Independents now only narrowly favor capitalism.Among Democrats, fewer than half view capitalism positively, while nearly two-thirds view socialism favorably.The data reveal a hard truth: those of us who defend free-market capitalism are unlikely to persuade most Democrats anytime soon. Many Democrats appreciate the outcomes of capitalism — jobs, innovation, rising living standards — yet reject the label itself, often associating it with inequality, corporate favoritism, or cronyism.That means the task before us is bigger than winning a policy argument. It’s about reclaiming the moral case for capitalism.In today’s episode of This Week’s Economy, I lay out that moral case, explore why criticisms of capitalism are gaining traction, and discuss how we can renew support for the system that has lifted more people out of poverty than any other in history. Tune in to the full episode on YouTube, Apple Podcast, or Spotify, and visit my website for more information about Ginn Economic Consulting and show notes. | — | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | ![]() Why Tariffs Persist Despite Evidence with Dr. David Hebert | Let People Prosper Ep. 189 | If tariffs truly created prosperity, countries that raise the most trade barriers would be the richest in the world. They aren’t. Yet protectionism keeps returning to Washington politics like a bad sequel nobody asked for. Why? The answer often has less to do with economics and more to do with political incentives.In Episode 189 of the Let People Prosper Show, I interviewed Dr. David Hebert, Senior Research Fellow at the American Institute for Economic Research and Associate Director of the Entangled Political Economy Research Network, to unpack how political incentives shape economic outcomes.We discuss tariffs, immigration, manufacturing myths, and why criticism and debate are essential for a healthy democracy. If you want to understand why bad economic ideas survive even when evidence is clear, this conversation is for you.🎧 Listen to the full episode of the Let People Prosper Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Find out more about my work at Ginn Economic Consulting and get show notes at vanceginn.com or vanceginn.substack.com. | — | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | ![]() Washington Blames Wrong People for Affordability Crisis | This Week's Economy Ep. 154 | What’s on Americans’ minds? The latest primary election results offered a window into what voters are thinking about. In my home state of Texas, voters sent a clear signal by backing efforts to eliminate property taxes through spending reductions.Across the country, Americans are asking for the same things: lower taxes, a more affordable future, and a strong economy that creates opportunities. But too often, policymakers try to tax their way out of spending problems or regulate innovation — choices that threaten the very prosperity people are asking for.That’s why in This Week’s Economy, I’m breaking down how these issues are playing out in policy debates. From tariffs and taxes to government spending and regulation, these decisions directly shape whether American families can afford the future they’re working toward — and policymakers can’t afford to ignore them.Let’s dive in! Catch the full episode on YouTube, Apple Podcast, or Spotify, and visit vanceginn.com for more info about my work at Ginn Economic Consulting and newsletter with show notes at vanceginn.substack.com. | — | ||||||
| 3/5/26 | ![]() Maine at an Economic Crossroads with State Rep. Laurel Libby | Let People Prosper Ep. 188 | When a state’s budget grows 65% in seven years while families feel poorer, something isn’t adding up. That’s the story unfolding in Maine politics right now. Government spending has surged, taxes remain high, and yet affordability continues to erode. In Episode 188 of the Let People Prosper Show, we dig into what’s happening—and what could change.I recently spoke with Maine State Rep. Laurel Libby, a small-business owner, mother of five, and one of the most outspoken reform voices in Augusta. She didn’t enter politics for prestige. She stepped in because she saw Maine drifting away from transparency, fiscal responsibility, and accountability.If you care about government spending, education, healthcare, taxation, and economic growth, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.🎧 Listen to the full episode of the Let People Prosper Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Find out more about my work at Ginn Economic Consulting here: vanceginn.com and get show notes at vanceginn.substack.com. | — | ||||||
| 3/2/26 | ![]() How Antitrust Policy Shapes Our Technology | This Week's Economy Ep. 153 | The U.S. is a global leader in technology and innovation. That didn’t happen by chance. It happened because our economic institutions have historically emphasized decentralized decision-making, strong property rights, capital formation, and competition on the merits.In recent years, antitrust enforcement has drifted away from economics and toward structural and precautionary theories that treat scale, integration, and market success as presumptive harms. Some of this shift mirrors Europe’s regulatory approach, and troublingly, the impulse to move in this direction is becoming bipartisan. The danger is that we abandon evidence-based competition policy, raise error costs, chill investment, and weaken long-run growth—at the very moment American firms are competing most intensely with China.In This Week’s Economy, I explain how we got here, what’s at stake for America’s leading tech firms, and what policymakers should do to ensure we defend competition without undermining the innovation that keeps America ahead. Subscribe today! Check out my latest report at Ginn Economic Consulting, co-published with NetChoice, on choosing Innovation over Interference at vanceginn.com. | — | ||||||
| 2/26/26 | ![]() Just Facts with Jim Agresti | Let People Prosper Ep. 187 | What happens when public policy is built on narratives instead of numbers? We get bloated budgets, broken housing markets, and education systems that spend more but deliver less. In a world flooded with information, the real scarcity is truth. This episode features guest Jim Agresti, founder and president of Just Facts, to discuss public policy, misinformation, data analysis, housing affordability, AI’s impact on research, education spending, and why transparency matters more than ever. If you care about economic policy grounded in evidence instead of emotion, this episode is for you.🎧 Listen to the full episode of the Let People Prosper Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Find out more about my work at Ginn Economic Consulting here: vanceginn.com. | — | ||||||
| 2/23/26 | ![]() Why Affordability Is the Defining Issue of 2026 | This Week's Economy Ep. 152 | Affordability may be the defining word of 2026. After years of elevated inflation, a housing affordability crisis, and signs of softness in the labor market, many Americans are feeling squeezed—and looking for answers. You can expect this issue to loom large at the polls in November. That’s why state and federal lawmakers should confront one of the central drivers of this “unaffordable” economy: fiscal irresponsibility. Persistent overspending helps fuel inflation and adds uncertainty that holds back growth. It’s time to get serious about sustainable budgeting and pro-growth policies that expand opportunity—so Americans can find well-paid jobs, secure affordable housing, and afford daily life again.In today’s This Week’s Economy, I take an honest look at the latest economic data—even where it challenges media narratives. We’ll also examine the risks of a rising push for social media bans and why energy abundance is essential to powering our technological future.Let’s dive in! Catch the full episode on YouTube, Apple Podcast, or Spotify, and visit my website for more information about my work at Ginn Economic Consulting. | — | ||||||
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