Let People Prosper

Dec 12 2024 224 ep. 29 mins 3

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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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The Future of Energy Abundance with Josh T. Smith | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 126🎙️

Dec 12 2024 38 mins

In this episode of Let People Prosper, Vance Ginn dives deep into the complexities of energy markets with Josh T. Smith, energy policy lead at the Abundance Institute and author of the Substack newsletter Powering Spaceship Earth. We explore the barriers and opportunities in energy policy, the role of permitting reforms, and the importance of innovation in achieving energy abundanc

Trump’s Tariff Threats and Texas’s New Speaker | This Week's Economy Ep. 90

Dec 09 2024 15 mins

This week’s newsletter dives into the critical issues shaping economic policy, from President-elect Trump’s sweeping tariff proposals to the challenges Texas faces under rising government spending. As Americans brace for potential economic consequences, now is the time for bold reforms to protect taxpayers and ensure economic freedom thrives. Watch the episode on YouTube below,

Faith, Freedom, and Economics with Dr. Anne Bradley | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 125🎙️

Dec 05 2024 46 mins

In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, I sit down with Dr. Anne Bradley, a leading voice at the intersection of faith and economics. As the George and Sally Mayer Fellow for Economic Education at The Fund for American Studies and a prolific author, Dr. Bradley shares her insights on the role of economic freedom in advancing human flourishing. We dive into the importance of

Special Edition: State and Local Policy Guide | This Week's Economy Ep. 89

Dec 02 2024 12 mins

In January, many state legislatures will begin their sessions. In this special edition of This Week’s Economy show, I share state and local policies that will equip state leaders to help boost their economies and help their citizens prosper. I will outline three solutions that I think have the greatest capacity to let people prosper where they reside. As a thank you, Substack sub

The Power of Philanthropy and Civil Society with Rick Graber | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 124🎙️

Nov 28 2024 41 mins

In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, Rick Graber, president and CEO of the Bradley Foundation, shares insights into the Foundation’s work promoting free-market principles, individual liberty, and a strong civil society. Graber reflects on the impact of his diverse career, the importance of philanthropy in fostering these values, and his optimism for America’s future

Special Edition: Federal Policy Guide | This Week's Economy Ep. 88

Nov 25 2024 11 mins

With the election over, it’s time to get to work. The newly elected Trump administration will take office in January, and Congress will reconvene. They must tackle the many challenges America faces. I propose a federal policy agenda for our nation’s leaders in this special edition of This Week's Economy show. I propose three solutions that will let people prosper. To show my ap

Post-Election Economic Realities with Dr. Alex Salter | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 123🎙️

Nov 21 2024 46 mins

In this Let People Prosper Show episode, I welcome back Dr. Alex Salter for his fourth appearance. He is the Georgie G. Snyder Associate Professor of Economics in the Rawls College of Business at Texas Tech University and the Comparative Economics Research Fellow at TTU's Free Market Institute.We explore the economic landscape following the recent presidential election and dive int

Will Trump Bring Government Efficiency, Economic Freedom, and Growth | This Week's Economy Ep. 87

Nov 18 2024 13 mins

This week, we examine the latest developments in economic policy, state reforms, and fiscal conservatism that are shaping America's future. With President Trump returning to the White House, his administration is already making waves with plans for a “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE), led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. We explore what these plans mean for the econ

Poverty Relief in Free-Market Capitalism with Dr. Josh Bandoch | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 122🎙️

Nov 14 2024 41 mins

In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, Dr. Josh Bandoch, Head of Policy at the Illinois Policy Institute, explains how free-market capitalism empowers individuals to combat poverty. Drawing from research and personal experience, Bandoch highlights effective poverty solutions, the role of personal motivation in policy, and the power of storytelling. Our discussion underscor

Effect of Trump's Win on Inflation, Taxes, Trade & AI | This Week's Economy Ep. 86

Nov 11 2024 13 mins

With Donald J. Trump securing the White House again, the economic policies he champions—from tariffs to spending cuts—are back in the spotlight. This week, we dive into Trump’s fiscal and regulatory plans, the Federal Reserve’s recent rate decisions, and critical shifts in state-level policies, from property tax elimination to school choice. Join us as we explore what these