The Secular Foxhole

Returning guest, Andy Clarkson, talks about his trip to Austin for the groundbreaking of the Ayn Rand Center. Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services: Shouldn’t You Really Know Better After All This Time? (August 3, 2022) Andy Clarkson on Exalted Moments (November 21, 2021) Back To The Dark Ages With Dennis Prager (August 1, 2021) Don’t Bite Into The Jordan Peterson Marshmallow (June 1, 2021) Interview with Andy Clarkson (January 21, 2021) Photos From Ayn Rand Center ground-breaking - Andy Clarkson on Facebook The Ayn Rand Center Ayn Rand Center in Austin Texas to open in Summer 2028 - John Ronan Architects Andy's music ReelCrafter Video link to the music Episode 116 (51 minutes) was recorded at 2200 Central European Time, on October 16, 2026, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Captivate Assistant. Easy listen to The Secular Foxhole podcast in your podcast (podcatcher) app of choice, e.g., Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Listen Notes. Even better is to use one of the new podcast apps, on Podcast Index, supporting the Podcasting 2.0 initiative, and Value for Value model, by streaming Satoshis (bits of Bitcoin), and sending a Boostagram (digital telegram with a donation of sats). Check out the Sam Sethi's new service called, TrueFans. Become a fan of our podcast there. Listen to The Secular Foxhole podcast, "and pay the price you want for the value you hear." This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

Jim Brown says the main point is that the government will likely use financial repression, letting inflation rise while keeping interest rates low, to shrink its huge, effectively unpayable debt. He explains that many people, including experts, do not understand how money is created and that this ignorance is dangerous. We discuss how new tools such as payment stablecoins can act as a new form of money and help the government borrow more cheaply. Jim warns that this approach quietly erodes savers’ wealth and will harm retirees, banks, insurers, and the middle class. We advise owning physical gold and silver and learning about money creation to protect personal savings. Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services: Jim Brown's post, The President Just Said It Out Loud: Inflation Is the Plan. A Black Hole In Economics: Money Creation And Its Consequences Jim (HardmoneyJim) on Twitter (X) Jim Brown, CFA - LinkedIn Episode 115 (61 minutes) was recorded at 2200 Central European Time, on October 11, 2026, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Captivate Assistant. Easy listen to The Secular Foxhole podcast in your podcast (podcatcher) app of choice, e.g., Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Listen Notes. Even better is to use one of the new podcast apps, on Podcast Index, supporting the Podcasting 2.0 initiative, and Value for Value model, by streaming Satoshis (bits of Bitcoin), and sending a Boostagram (digital telegram with a donation of sats). Check out the Sam Sethi's new service called, TrueFans. Become a fan of our podcast there. Listen to The Secular Foxhole podcast, "and pay the price you want for the value you hear." This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

In our conversation with Mark Shupe, author of "The Moneyball Method: A Middle-Class Manifesto for Objective Investing," we delve into the essential principles of objective investing and the fallacies surrounding traditional financial advice. Shupe elucidates the significance of understanding money, prices, markets, and profits, emphasizing that money should not be demonized but rather respected for its role in facilitating production and value creation. He introduces the concept of "risk capacity," which shifts the focus from conventional notions of risk tolerance to a more personalized assessment of how much one can afford to lose. The discussion further explores the importance of cash flow management and the critical role of time in achieving investment success, challenging the prevailing belief that beating the market is paramount. Ultimately, this episode serves as a clarion call for middle-class investors to adopt a rational, evidence-based approach to investing that prioritizes personal values and long-term goals. Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services: The Moneyball Method: A Middle-Class Manifesto for Objective Investing (book) The Moneyball Method blog on Substack The Moneyball Method on YouTube Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game - Wikipedia Moneyball (film) David Loeper - Wealth Management John Tamny on Twitter (X) Rick Rescorla - Wikipedia Heart of a Soldier - Simon & Schuster Episode 114 (56 minutes) was recorded at 2200 Central European Time, on August 23, 2026, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Captivate Assistant. Easy listen to The Secular Foxhole podcast in your podcast (podcatcher) app of choice, e.g., Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Listen Notes. Even better is to use one of the new podcast apps, on Podcast Index, supporting the Podcasting 2.0 initiative, and Value for Value model, by streaming Satoshis (bits of Bitcoin), and sending a Boostagram (digital telegram with a donation of sats). Check out the Sam Sethi's new service called, TrueFans. Become a fan of our podcast there. Listen to The Secular Foxhole podcast, "and pay the price you want for the value you hear." This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

The pivotal discourse of this podcast episode centers around the moral justification of wealth, particularly in the context of Elon Musk's substantial net worth. We engage in a profound exploration of the notion that productive individuals, such as Musk, who contribute to societal advancement through innovation and economic growth, possess an inherent right to the riches they accrue. Our guest, Brian Simpson, an esteemed economics professor, articulates the necessity to defend the rights of such affluent figures against incessant political and social attacks that seek to undermine their achievements. The conversation further delves into the implications of wealth on societal standards of living, asserting that the prosperity generated by wealthy entrepreneurs ultimately benefits the broader populace. In conclusion, we contemplate the moral implications of wealth creation and the societal attitudes that shape our perceptions of affluence, emphasizing the critical need for a rational discourse on this contentious issue. Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services: A Declaration and Constitution for a Free Society - episode 51, The Secular Foxhole A Conversation with Brian P. Simpson on Why Markets Don't Fail - episode 84, The Secular Foxhole Dr. Brian Simpson - National University Elon Musk has a moral right to his trillion-dollar net worth - The Orange County Register Elon Musk finally launches X Money. What could possibly go wrong? - Ars Technica Brian Simpson on TrueFans.FM Episode 113 (47 minutes) was recorded at 2200 Central European Time, on August 2, 2026, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Captivate Assistant. Easy listen to The Secular Foxhole podcast in your podcast (podcatcher) app of choice, e.g., Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Listen Notes. Even better is to use one of the new podcast apps, on Podcast Index, supporting the Podcasting 2.0 initiative, and Value for Value model, by streaming Satoshis (bits of Bitcoin), and sending a Boostagram (digital telegram with a donation of sats). Check out the Sam Sethi's new service called, TrueFans. Become a fan of our podcast there. Listen to The Secular Foxhole podcast, "and pay the price you want for the value you hear." This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

In this enlightening discussion, we engage once more with the esteemed Kyle Kirschling, who elaborates on his groundbreaking project, Gravitator, which seeks to revolutionize urban mass transit through innovative infrastructure. Kirschling shares his insights on the paramount importance of enhancing speed and efficiency in transportation systems, contending that such advancements can significantly expand opportunities for urban dwellers. He draws upon his extensive experience with the New York City subway and articulates how leveraging gravity can facilitate rapid transit while maintaining passenger comfort. Furthermore, we explore the economic ramifications of such infrastructural developments and the potential for private investment in transportation systems, a topic of considerable significance in contemporary urban planning. Through this discourse, we aim to illuminate the intersection of transportation, infrastructure, and economic viability, providing listeners with a profound understanding of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in urban mobility. Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services: OUR "GROUNDBREAKING" 50TH EPISODE! - The Secular Foxhole podcast 1898 Bird's Eye View of Chicago - Wikimedia Commons Gravitator dot city Gravitator | 2X the Speed, 1/2 the Cost of a Subway | Transit That Pays Making Infrastructure Pay on YouTube Kyle M. Kirschling on LinkedIn Episode 112 (51 minutes) was recorded at 2200 Central European Time, on June 21, 2026, with Alitu's recording feature. Martin did the editing and post-production with the podcast maker, Alitu. The transcript is generated by Captivate Assistant. Easy listen to The Secular Foxhole podcast in your podcast (podcatcher) app of choice, e.g., Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Listen Notes. Even better is to use one of the new podcast apps, on Podcast Index, supporting the Podcasting 2.0 initiative, and Value for Value model, by streaming Satoshis (bits of Bitcoin), and sending a Boostagram (digital telegram with a donation of sats). Check out the Sam Sethi's new service called, TrueFans. Become a fan of our podcast there. Listen to The Secular Foxhole podcast, "and pay the price you want for the value you hear." This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy