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The Dave Smith vs. Douglas Murray debate caused such a cultural shockwave that Adam and economist Bob Murphy had to take a couple more bites of the apple! New analysis, post-debate critiques of critiques, and meta-frameworks to help us understand the moment. Enjoy! 00:00 — Intro. It's Dave vs Douglas on JRE, Round 2! (of Hn analysis, anyway) 02:25 — An example of Douglas Murray after the fact misrepresenting his interaction with Dave Smith. Is this an honest actor? 09:20 — Douglas Murray also wrote a New York Post article (linked below) doubling down on his tactics in the Joe Rogan debate. 18:27 — Konstantin Kisin also wrote a terrible Substack article (linked below) about this debate. 28:37 — Bret Weinstein hypothesizes that all this kerfuffle is designed to pave the way to war with Iran. Could it be true? 30:52 — Kisin and Murray strawman the "anti-expert" argument. Bob has a clip from JRE to demonstrate. What does it mean to be an "expert", anyway? How does Bob himself handle debates vs. "non-experts"? Why is Douglas Murray doing it all wrong? 40:01 — D vs D on JRE referenced a debate (linked below) between Pat Buchanan et al and Andrew Roberts et al. Adam and Bob found some interesting tidbits about who won and what was discussed. Also, "Oxford-style" voting methods can be confusing! 55:26 — How is "the public" to find truth? Centralized gatekeeping didn't work. Decentralized podcasts aren't perfect either. What is the solution? 57:22 — How should we think about the "intentionality" of killing innocents in war? What are the legal distinctions? What are the moral distinctions? Also, as always, the "2 movies on 1 screen" phenomenon is on display. 1:10:30 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature! New York Post article by Douglas Murray mentioned: "So-called Israel-Hamas, Ukraine war 'experts' spew false info on Joe Rogan podcast. There has to be a standard." Konstantin Kisin Substack article mentioned: Murray vs. Smith: “Dispatches from Podcastistan.” Debate on Churchill featuring Pat Buchanan and Andrew Roberts mentioned: Adam on X: @RerazerBob on X: @BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Brilliant patent attorney, philosopher, legal theorist and libertarian anarchist Stephan Kinsella comes back on the show to take Adam to task for not defending atheism with enough vigor! 00:00 — Intro. Adam and Stephan reminisce about the Tom Woods Cruise! Also: proof that Stephan has a wife. 02:30 — Stephan's intellectual history about the "God issue". 11:30 — What is "sound epistemology" on this subject? What are good arguments for or against the existence of God? How should we think about the arguments of Thomas Aquinas et al? 19:55 — What is a good definition of "atheist"? How about "agnostic"? Plus more epistemology applied to metaphysical claims such as the existence of God. Also, our nature as humans is that we must act in the world even though we lack certainty and our knowledge is contextual. 32:38 — Adam asks Stephan: how would you react if you met a god-like being? Or Jesus Himself? A discussion of intellectual humility ensues. How does knowledge relate to human action? How do we acquire knowledge in the first place? Does this relate to AI? 47:09 — Adam admits he really doesn't know how anything works. Vinyl records are magic! 53:15 — Outro. It is agreed that Adam and Stephan are "the good atheists". Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Stephan's website: Stephan on X: @nskinsellaBook by George Smith mentioned: Atheism: The Case Against God Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit hamannature.substack.comAdam has returned from sailing the Caribbean on the Tom Woods Cruise. Tyrone wants details, and hopefully you fine people do as well. Here’s a “sick brag” for our paid subscribers, along with a heartfelt “Thank you!” Enjoy! 00:00 — Intro. Adam is surprisingly non-pasty. What gives?00:58 — What is the Tom Woods Cruise? Why does Adam like them so much?03:…

Adam and Bob Murphy have a whole lot to say about the recent Dave Smith vs. Douglas Murray showdown on the Joe Rogan Experience. You don't want to miss these spicy takes! Enjoy! 00:00 — Intro. It's Dave vs Douglas on JRE! 01:33 — Adam and Bob start off with some initial impressions of the Dave v Douglas debate. Was Douglas Murray just trying to be provocative to sell books? 09:12 — Comparing and contrasting Douglas here vs at the Monk debate vs. Malcolm Gladwell. What is the psychology of the viewer/listener in these debates? Also, hat tip to Glenn Greenwald. 19:54 — Does a person have to visit a region to discuss events going on there? Or, more broadly, does one need a grounding in "lived experience" to voice an opinion? Douglas Murray vs Douglas Murray! Also, Bob has charts on the underlying issue: how "brutal" was the blockade on Gaza? 33:52 — What does it mean to "have boots on the ground" when you're just a partisan being taken on a tour of Potemkin villages? Who was the expert on the Soviet Union? Walter Duranty? 37:41 — What is a "concentration camp"? Also, what is the stupidest argument ever made? Adam and Bob use ridicule to demonstrate. 44:10 — What caused the Ukraine war? Appeals to authority. When should we "trust" statements made by people we don't like? Mis-quoting Vladimir Putin. 51:33 — What does "agency" mean when discussing "populist protests" that are seeded by outside actors? 55:12 — Is it racist to mention the names "Wolfowitz" and "Perle" in the context of US foreign policy? Also, why is AI racist? 1:17:31 — Douglas denounces Daryll Cooper (and Dave Smith) while admitting he's never listened to their content. 1:23:36 — Douglas the weasel thinks "we" haven't been at "war" for the last 25 years. He also displays a bunch of very weak and disingenuous debate tactics. 1:31:33 — Adam thinks Douglas makes a good point -- in a completely un-self-aware way. 1:35:01 — What is "the fog of war"? How should we think about it in regards to history? 1:44:29 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature! Debate mentioned: Dave Smith vs. Douglas Murray on JRE:Debate mentioned: Scott Horton vs. Bill Kristol at the Soho Forum:Adam on X: @Rerazer Bob on X: @BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Happy Tax Day! To "celebrate" the occasion, Adam and the Porcupine have some thoughts to share with you about the income tax. These thoughts are spicy. 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone is very excited about Tax Day. 01:15 — In an effort to make Adam a happy tax-paying citizen, Tyrone shares "Understanding Taxes", a slideshow from the IRS. What's the best part of the income tax? Voluntary Compliance! 12:03 — Adam goes over a Haman Nature Substack article about the income tax (linked below). 14:37 — Tyrone shares a great article about taxes from the Mises Institute (linked below). Along the way, we discuss some history, some legal theory, and delve into the concept of abusive relationships. 47:12 — Outro. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature article mentioned: "The income tax is an abomination before God and reason and I'm gonna tell you why."Mises Institute article mentioned: "The income tax: Lessons from the 16th Amendment"Adam's other show: https://naturalorderpodcast.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Economist Bob Murphy is back and he and Adam are going DEEP on the whole tariff issue. What is the truth about tariffs, and why do people (on both sides) argue so stupidly about them? 00:00 — Intro. It's fun to say words in a Trumpian accent. 01:33 — Bob is astonished at the poor quality of discussion about tariffs these days. Are free market economists explaining things wrong? 05:44 — People don't seem interested in "efficiency" arguments. Are there more important things involved when discussing a nation's "trade policy"? 09:06 — Bob gives a mini-lecture on the the history of tariffs in America. Are trade deficits good? Bad? Or is this the wrong way to look at it? 17:25 — If tariffs are stupid and counter-productive, why do all the other countries do it? 22:20 — Bob admits there could be a case made for tariffs, but we sure aren't hearing any. 28:20 — What if these tariffs are just negotiation tools? Can that possibly make sense? Aren't tariffs really an example of crony political action with concentrated benefits and dispersed costs? Also, how should we think about VAT and quotas and "currency manipulation" and other non-tariff restrictions to trade put up by other countries? Are we "hurt" when other countries give us cheap stuff? 42:15 — Nationalists might object to "cheap goods" from overseas because it weakens our country. What's the response to that? 46:42 — What do tariffs do to the stock market? How should we think about the current chaos? 50:52 — Adam shares the most interesting argument he's heard about Trump's tariff strategy. Does the argument hold water? 56:17 — Shout out to Leonard Read's "I, Pencil" and a more recent article from FEE's Diogo Costa (linked below). Also, an appropriate quote by Bastiat. 58:11 — Why have free market economists failed in persuading people about free trade? 61:20 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature! FEE article mentioned: "This week, a pen declared war on a pencil": "I, Pencil" by Leonard Read: Adam on X: @RerazerBob on X: @BobMurphyEconThe Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam and Tyrone finally get around to discussing this year's Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Awards. Who was nominated? Who took home an Oscar? Was the entire thing just god awful and silly and an example of how corrupt and debauched our society has become? 00:00 — Intro. After a long absence, Tyrone returns! A tale of European vacations ensues. 05:55 — Let's talk Oscars! How was the awards ceremony? Also, why should we care? 09:15 — Introducing the Best Picture nominees! Anora won. Why? 15:00 — Let's talk about Conclave, Dune, Pt 2, and Wicked! 28:17 — Let's talk about The Substance, (Adam says "years" instead of "days" at one point) and the weirdest (and most awful) nominee of the year, Emilia Perez! 38:49 — Outro. Adam makes a PSA for culture. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature articles about the 2025 Oscars mentioned: Last year Hollywood rejected wokism. Is this year a return to terrible form? The Substance. Two films that should win Best Picture, but won't. Anora: WTF? More 2025 Oscar thoughts. Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this crossover episode, Adam Haman and economist Bob Murphy invite anarchist Christian writer and podcaster Domenic Scarcella on to talk about the hidden meanings to the upcoming Holy Week, leading to Easter Sunday. 00:00 — Intro. Welcome to Haman Nature's first 3-way! 01:57 — Domenic explains what Holy Week refers to in Christianity. How does the beginning of the story remind us of our experiences during Covid? Also, did Jesus know what was coming? 11:50 — Can God deceive us? Or rather, how do humans perceive and understand reality? 13:46 — What can we glean from the story of Jesus's "cleansing of the temple"? What's the grift involved? What is the deal with the "money-changers"? How does this compare to Obamacare? 25:39 — Which is the real Jesus, Ned Flanders, or a table-flipping bada$$? Or was Jesus a paradigm-destroying completely new thing? Does this relate to libertarian anarchism? 33:27 — How should we think about the response Jesus gave when asked if Christian's should pay the census tax to Caesar? How does this reflect on fiat money? What about Bitcoin? 40:29 — When did "the church" switch from a more anarchist vision to a more statist vision? 49:12 — So, what's with Judas? Does he just get a bad rap? Is he just Fredo Corleone, or did Dante place him in the lowest circle of Hell for a good reason? 69:36 — Where to find Domenic Scarcella's work (linked below). Also, what does Dom think about Mel Gibson's Passion of the Christ? 74:49 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature! Domenic's previous appearance on Haman Nature:Domenic's Substack: Good Neighbor, Bad CitizenDomenic's book: Good Neighbor, Bad CitizenAdam on X: @RerazerBob on X: @BobMurphyEconThe Bob Murphy Show: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

For this episode of Haman Nature, we are sharing with you a recent episode of Natural Order Podcast with Adam and Brian D. O'Leary! "We shall not quarter thy Redcoats"! 00:00 — Intro. 00:48 — Brian shares a great article about the immigration issue (linked below). Does the 3rd Amendment of the US Constitution provide some insight and relief? 06:09 — In principle, what's the difference between our current taxpayer-funded "invaders" and being forced to "quarter" foreign enemies? 10:57 — This immigration isn't natural. It's not organic. It's just not the normal ebb and flow of Mexican's crossing the border. This is something else. Natural immigration is great. This isn't. 20:07 — Politics makes strange bedfellows. The good and bad of right-wing nationalists. 21:20 — What's the deal with Elon Musk and DOGE? Are we winning? Is it a trick? 33:13 — The silver linings of Covid: We don't trust government or the media as much as we used to. 40:30 — What led to the current (seemingly successful) populist movement? 49:30 — Outro. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Don't forget your bumper sticker! Brian's article mentioned: "How much longer can America co-exist with the enemies on its shores?"Adam's article mentioned: "Tucker, Candace, MAGA, and my hopes for the future."Brian's website: Brian on X: @BrianDOlearyAdam on X: @RerazerAdam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this crossover episode, Adam and libertarian economist Bob Murphy discuss the debate surrounding Trump's extra-judicial deportations. Then, on a very related note, they discuss why we should be moral and what the justifiable foundations of morality are. 00:00 — Intro. 02:04 — Trump is rounding people up and throwing them in an El Salvadorian Prison. Glenn Greenwald has an opinion. So does Bob. 15:25 — Adam tries to steel-man the support for these deportations. It's not crazy. It's just unwise. 20:50 — After thesis and antithesis, synthesis! Also, Anarcho-capitalism solves this. Short of that, there are no good solutions. 25:29 — Adam wants to add certain classes of people to the deportation list. Also, what economic lessons can be learned from poor restaurant service? 28:50 — Bob asks Adam: "Why are libertarians so squeamish about wielding power? Isn't the "rule of law" just for suckers in this power game we call politics"? 34:41 — Bob says, don't be evil. It's just the wrong thing to do. 38:25 — What would a Murphy-approved "pacifist" legal/security landscape look like? 40:03 — How should we think about morality? Perhaps in terms of game theory? 48:14 — Where does morality "come from"? How is it justified? God? Natural Law? Evolution? Something else? 64:23 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature episode with Stephan Kinsella mentioned:A primer on Hoppe's Argumentation Ethics: Bob Murphy Show episode with Jonathan Menn mentioned: Adam on X: @Rerazer Bob on X: @BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam interviews patent attorney, philosopher, legal theorist and libertarian anarchist Stephan Kinsella about his life, his works, and what's next for the great man! 00:00 — Intro. 01:21 — Does Stephan believe there is a level of technology required for "Ancapistan" to "work". 07:42 — Adam has issues with the "is/ought" gap and asks Stephan for help on the matter. 25:42 — The life and times of Stephan Kinsella. Great stuff! 50:55 — Have questions about legal careers? Reach out to Stephan with questions! 52:02 — Outro. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Stephan's website: Stephan on X: @nskinsella Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode, Adam and economist Bob Murphy show some examples of speech and arguments being blocked, shouted down, or censored. Does this approach work? 00:00 — Intro. In which, Bob makes a very unfortunate Freudian slip. 02:17 — Daryll Cooper of the Martyrmade podcast on JRE sparked some controversy. 25:14 — It's very common to try to shut down dissent. Why do we do it? Is it useful in any way? 34:25 — Bob gets blocked by Alex Nowrasteh 42:17 — The way Bob handles Modern Monetary Theory arguments is instructive. 45:20 — Adam has a confession to make about the moon landing controversy. 48:38 — How should we feel about "giving a platform" to bad arguments or arguers? 52:36 — Jeremy Kauffman and race and metrics of demonstrating academic proficiency. 57:04 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature! Adam on X: @Rerazer Bob on X: @BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode, Adam and economist Bob Murphy break down bad arguments typically found on social media. Why do people act this way? 00:00 — Intro. 02:02 — DOGE found 150 year old Social Security recipients! 16:33 — Did the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics really disrespect The Last Supper? 26:24 — Are we burdening our grandchildren with the federal debt? Or do we "owe it to ourselves"? 32:47 — Remember all those nutty Covid arguments? 37:47 — A little recapping of the Social Security issue. 40:48 — Outro. Bob doesn't have an X problem. He can stop whenever he wants. Thanks for watching Haman Nature! Adam on X: @RerazerBob on X: @BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode, Adam and economist Bob Murphy dive deep into some current topics that have a hefty economics component. Plus: They're turning the mice trans!00:00 — Intro. 01:05 — Adam has a question about "the factors of production". Does the concept even make sense? 16:50 — How should we think about the plan to have the government create a Bitcoin reserve? 25:56 — Should government spending be removed from GDP? Is GDP useful? Can we do better? 41:04 — Finally! Let's talk about turning mice trans! 49:41 — Meta-point: Government shouldn't fund science. Oh wait! How would we have numbers?! 54:54 — Outro. Thanks to the topless French women who ended fascism! Thanks for watching Haman Nature! Bob's Infineo podcast about GDP: Reason Magazine article attacking Trump's tranny mice claim: White House defense of Trump's tranny mice claim: Adam on X: @RerazerBob on X: @BobMurphyEconThe Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode, Adam and economist Bob Murphy talk about the nature of belief in reference to God or gods. What is the proper way to think about religion. Is it good? Bad? Both? 00:00 — Intro. Bob loves the Haman Nature livestream music! 02:21 — Adam the atheist starts things off by giving a nod to the positive aspects of religion on society. 06:35 — Bob reveals his own intellectual trajectory regarding religion. 15:40 — Adam asks Bob how much of the positive benefit of religion comes from having ANY religious belief and how much from having the CORRECT religious belief. 20:40 — Is there anything Bob could have been told when he was an atheist that would make him believe? What does consciousness reveal about the materialist worldview? Also, believing is seeing! 38:46 — Adam brings up the atheist/agnostic distinction. Words and definitions matter. Also, assuming materialists haven't answered all the questions of the cosmos, why should we fill that informational hole with the doctrines of the Church? Bob gives his answer. 49:03 — Adam doesn't believe the Jesus story, and offers a framework about why different people have different "thresholds" for evidence regarding these sorts of claims. Bob underscores why he thinks that claim is so persuasive. 51:47 — What does Bob think about Jordan Peterson's project of bringing religious concepts to a more secular audience? What does Bob think about Scott Adams's God's Debris story? What would it mean to "become one with the universe"? 62:53 — Why do we need "a God that loves us" rather than just pursuing "the good"? How does Harry Potter relate to this concept? Bob explains. 71:06 — Outro. Adam and Bob solved every religious puzzle! Thanks for watching Haman Nature! Natural Order "Believing is seeing!" podcast mentioned: Bob Murphy Show "Proof for Jesus's resurrection" podcast mentioned: Adam on X: @Rerazer Bob on X: @BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show:The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode, Adam and economist Bob Murphy talk about the Oval Office "spat" between Trump, Vance, and Zelensky from a poker player's perspective. 00:00 — Intro. Bob's on the road so his audio and video are trash, but he promises to be extra smart to compensate! 01:03 — Adam brags about going on the Tom Woods Cruise and Bob explains why he wasn't there. 04:02 — Adam gives his impression of what was going on with Zelensky in that bizarre press conference. 10:00 — Bob weighs in. Was Zelensky earnest? Did US Democrats give him bad advice? Is there a game theory explanation for Zelensky's behavior? 20:40 — Where did the "You should be grateful to us!" line come from? Also, did the US have to be in on this deal? What would happen if we just reversed course and stepped away? 25:46 — What's with our "enemies" thinking they can get us to do what they want by insulting us? Similarly, why do people think the right way to negotiate with people is to insult them? 33:00 — Rank and file Republicans are now anti-war, and Democrats are pro war. How did that happen? 36:02 — Adam hypothesizes about why "our" adversaries make such dumb arguments against us. Maybe it's a tribal thing that takes the place of complicated analysis? 37:33 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature! Adam on X: @Rerazer Bob on X: @BobMurphyEconThe Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of Haman Nature, we are sharing an appearance Adam made on David Medley's Proof of Pod podcast. Links below! 00:00 — Intro. 01:03 — David introduces Trump's meme coin ($TRUMP) and it's history. What is this all about? 12:20 — Who is the "greater fool"? What is the purpose of release schedules? What's the backdrop of meme coins? Is it all a grift? Or is this just entertainment? Are there actual use cases? 22:35 — Is this Hayek's "competing currency" vision? Or is this just speculative asset bubbles fueled by fiat money? How is all this impacted by the Federal Reserve? What about regulation? 32:10 — Adam pronounces $TRUMP correctly. Also, what are finance contribution considerations for politicians and meme coins or NFTs? 37:04 — Adam presses David for his opinion of meme coins. Are they a form of gambling? 41:17 — Adam asserts that these meme coins are a symptom of fiat money or credit bubbles. Also, the topic of finance contribution is revisited. 50:30 — Ross Free! It's a big win for cryptocurrency! 53:30 — Outro David Medley's Proof of Pod Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam and Tyrone have a frank discussion about debt. We might all be screwed! 00:00 — Intro. The US government is over $36 trillion in debt. Is that number even real? 01:49 — Adam introduces the article this episode is based on (linked below). Is there any way to grow our way out of this mess? Also, Tyrone has a question: Who do "we" owe the money too? What happens if "we" default? 19:37 — Austrian economists have been predicting doom for a long time. Are they wrong? Also, how does increasing technological development impact these things? 12:00 — Tyrone talks commercial real estate. Adam reveals a solution from "The Donald". Also, what does consumer credit card debt have to do with this? What about the used car market? Tyrone has a prediction: BLOODBATH! 41:37 — Outro. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature article about massive debt mentioned: Bob Murphy article about massive debt mentioned: Commercial real estate article mentioned: Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam and Tyrone talk about the Daniel Penny saga, and how NYC gave us a glimmer of hope that it isn't completely beyond redemption. 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone shows us what an inebriated porcupine looks like. 00:53 — Tyrone brings up Haman Nature articles about NYC and Daniel Penny. Adam recounts the tale of homelessness, self-defense, anarcho-tyranny, and redemption. 09:54 — Adam quotes from the article and tries to draw out the broader lesson of this incident. 12:00 — Tyrone expands the conversation to include the homeless crisis itself. 17:44 — What was the race angle to the Daniel Penny case? Does this reflect on what happened to Marxian class conflict? Is race the new line of "class consciousness" and social conflict? Also, Tyrone reveals he's not a Dr. Seuss fan. Plus: Aliens! 33:48 — Outro. Adam reminds us all that Jordan Neely, the unfortunate who died in the Daniel Penny case, has a name. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature articles about Daniel Penny: One and two. Description and analysis of Dr. Seuss's "star-bellied Sneetches": Adam's other show: Natural Order PodcastFeel inspired to contribute to Haman Nature? Buy Tyrone and Adam a cup o’ coffee or two! This show runs on caffeine! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On Haman Nature's second livestream ever (originally aired Feb 2, 2025), Adam and Tyrone celebrate one year and 100 episodes of Haman Nature! 00:00 — Intro. We are slowly getting better at this livestreaming thing. Adam and Tyrone celebrate with VERY cheap champagne and white wine. 02:50 — Viewer questions! What have Adam and Tyrone learned over the last year? Also, a sweet Matrix reference. 12:26 — A look back at Javier Milei's important doings in Argentina. Will the US also see benefits? 17:10 — Viewer questions! Is Trump 2.0 the most libertarian president ever? Also, what's coming up for Haman Nature in the coming year? Also, what are Adam and Tyrone's favorite episodes? Also, what will be the future of the Libertarian Party? Also, are all taxes equal, or are tariffs better than income taxes? 38:10 — Viewer comments! Who hates us? Who loves us? We love them all! 49:11 — What do Adam and Tyrone think about Trump's first couple weeks? What about his cabinet picks and the Senate confirmation hearings? Also, Adam confuses 2 million with 200 million. 61:05 — Outro. Hn is 1 year old! Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature episodes about Trump mentioned:Join us at: https://hamannature.substack.com/ Adam's other show: Natural Order PodcastLove the show? Want to contribute above and beyond upgrading to “paid subscriber on Substack? How about buying us a coffee or two? Many thanks! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode, Adam and economist Bob Murphy talk about the breakneck speed of Trump actions across a wide variety of fronts. Shake the box? Even better... TRUMP SMASH! 00:00 — Intro. Why is Trump going so fast? Adam has some thoughts. 05:55 — Tell the truth. Who here had heard of USAID prior to this week? Turns out it's incredibly evil. 20:52 — Who's suing DOGE? Lol, and why would that be? 24:01 — Trump's tariffs have apparently been wildly effective, as a bluff! 32:37 — What on earth is Trump doing with Gitmo now? Also, it turns out the president of El Salvador understands comparative advantage! Yay? 36:52 — Is Trump actually going to end the Department of Education? 40:24 — Trump abolishes men in women's sports! 43:57 — Bob plays a snippet from Part of the Problem featuring Elizabeth Warren reacting to RFK Jr passing through the initial Senate confirmation committee. When did populists stop being for "the little guy" and become shills for the regime? 49:07 — What did Trump just say about the Gaza strip? What on earth is going on? 45:37 — Outro. We didn't have time to talk about the sovereign wealth fund or declassifying the JFK records! What a week! Haman Nature episode about Trump's Executive Orders mentioned:Tariff article Bob referenced: Adam on X: @RerazerBob on X: @BobMurphyEconThe Bob Murphy Show: https://www.bobmurphyshow.com/ The Human Action podcast: https://mises.org/podcasts/human-action-podcast Adam's other podcast: Natural Order PodcastLove what we do here at Haman Nature? Already a paid subscriber? How about buying Tyrone and Adam a cup of coffee? Much thanks in advance! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On Haman Nature's very first livestream (originally aired Jan 25, 2025), Adam and Tyrone talk about the full pardon and release from prison that President Trump gave Ross Ulbricht, delivering on a promise made to the Libertarian Party and Angela McArdle! Enjoy! 00:00 — Intro. Our first livestream! Yay! 01:10 — Ross Ulbricht is free! How did this come to pass? 06:04 — Why did the government come down so hard on Ross in the first place? How does this case impact on "regime uncertainty"? What does it mean for all of us? 13:04 — Does this mean that the Libertarian Party is now relevant? If so, can it continue? 18:26 — Will Trump release "the JFK documents"? What will be revealed? What won't? What about some of the other early Trump executive orders? 22:38 — What else does this new Trump administration portend for the future of America? What can the Libertarian Party do to push things in the right direction? 31:44 — What are the highest hopes and worst fears that come from a Trump administration? 39:29 — Outro. Hn is 1 year old! Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature articles about Ross Ulbricht: here, here, and here.Haman Nature episode about Javier Milei:Proof of Pod episode about $TRUMP:Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode, Adam and economist Bob Murphy talk about the Wuhan lab leak theory for Covid, Fauci's pardon, time travelling infant assassins, and other morality conundrums. Enjoy! 00:00 — Intro. Ross is free! Also, Adam and Bob solemnly swear to do no research for this episode. 02:28 — Well whaddaya know? Looks like there's some credence to the Wuhan lab leak theory! 14:09 — What's up with pardoning Fauci? Is that "good" in any way? Also, what does the last 4 years imply about how "real" history is? Is the official narrative ever right? 22:24 — Time travel and murdering baby Hitler. Would you do it? Also, other ethical puzzles. Along the way, Darryl Cooper's Martyrmade podcast is highly praised. 45:37 — Outro. Baaaahhh! Martyrmade podcast mentioned - Fear and Loathing in the New Jerusalem: Adam on X: @RerazerBob on X: @BobMurphyEconThe Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Trump has said he would do some big things, and he followed through on some big things. One of his "promises" was to cap consumer credit card interest rates at 10%. That's complete lunacy, and Adam and Tyrone are here to tell you why. Enjoy! 00:00 — Intro. Is Trump now "to the left" of Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez? 02:20 — Is this idea going to go anywhere? Should it? An examination of the Commerce and the Necessary and Proper clauses of the US Constitution. Should the Constitution have hyperlinks? 08:59 — What the Wickard v Filmore case shows about human irrationality. This is how and why lawyers and judges torture the plain language of legislation to distort the law. 12:47 — What are the obvious economic repercussions of such a law? What is "interest"? What is it's purpose in an economy? What happens when you don't allow this price to operate? How could caps like this lead to things like the 2008 financial crisis? 24:32 — Regulation begets regulation which begets more regulation. The old lady who swallowed the fly was supposed to be a warning. We didn't listen. Also: Interest rate caps are price controls, and price controls are bad. 27:29 — What about the biblical prohibition on usury? How should we think about that? 33:48 — Outro. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature article about regulation: Mises Institute article about usury: Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode, Adam and economist Bob Murphy talk about the very busy first day of the incoming Trump presidency - part 2! 00:00 — Intro. Bob reveals his favorite commercial. 01:54 — Is it a surprise that Trump was seated? Isn't the ultra-powerful Deep State aligned against him? Did they give up? Do they have more nefarious plans? Did Trump capitulate? 12:36 — Joe Biden's bizarre (and record setting) pardons on the way out the door. Are they good (for us), in a way? Plus, how are presidential pardons like The Purge? Also: Adam Schiff! 25:36 — Trump's first day starts by freeing 1,500 Jan 6 prisoners. Now, will he free Ross Ulbricht? 30:29 — Trump's "anti-trans" executive order is discussed. 36:40 — What about all the rest of Trump's day one executive orders? 45:34 — What's with Elon's weird "Nazi salute" thing? Also, remember when Melania "Rick rolled" the RNC crowd back in the day? 54:34 — What about all the rest of Trump's campaign promises? Is he serious about cutting spending? Can we get rid of the Department of Education? 61:52 — Outro. Free Ross! Haman Nature article about Trump shooting: “Trump, conspiracies and intuitions.”Haman Nature article about Ross Ulbricht: “Free Ross Ulbricht!”Haman Nature article about why Ross was targeted: “Ross Ulbricht found out. Don’t f**k with the government’s money.”Haman Nature article about men in women's prison: “Crime pays! In weird and disgusting ways.”Adam on X: @Rerazer Bob on X: @BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Trump takes office today! Adam and Tyrone talk about his various claims about what he intends to do "on day one!" Which promises will he follow through on? Which ones should he follow through on? 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone makes a special announcement! Also, will Trump even be seated? 02:25 — How should libertarians think about Trump? 06:19 — Free Ross Ulbricht! 08:36 — Analyzing Trump's various stated economic "Day 1" promises, starting with immigration. 23:29 — Analyzing Trump promises about energy policy, inflation, taxes, trade, tariffs, foreign policy, entitlement spending, national debt, government spending, DEI, wokeism, rebuilding our cities, trans-athletes, 2A, abortion, election fraud, etc. 58:26 — Outro. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Become a paid subscriber at HamanNature.Substack.com to hear bonus episodes, such as the one where we continue criticizing Trump's proposed policies. PBS article mentioned: Hn episode about tariffs mentioned:Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit hamannature.substack.comHello! Thank you for being a paid subscriber!On this bonus episode, Tyrone and I continue our Conspiracy Corner series and talk about the popular theory that humanity never set foot on the moon! Could it be true? Could it all have been just an elaborate trick? Perhaps!Naturally,Adam00:00 — Intro.01:10 — Tyrone asks, did we land on the moon? And why is Bart Sibrel getting on such big podcasts these days making the claim we didn’t? Why do people listen?08:45 — Tyrone brings up the Van Allen radiation belt issue. 15:45 — We go over a handful of other claims and their debunks, including Bart Sibrel’s “gotcha” proof that so impressed Candace Owens. Also, Adam discusses the documentary effect.29:37 — A brief discussion about reading people’s mannerisms in deciding whether to believe some claim they make. Plus, Aldrin punches Sibrel. Delightful.

On this "crossover" episode, Adam and economist Bob Murphy talk about the horrible fires plaguing Los Angeles, California. Why was this so bad? What could be done better? Climate change, DEI, land management, fire insurance, and more! 00:00 — Intro. Fire, bad! 01:16 — What's the problem with fire insurance in California? 08:53 — Even Joe Rogan years ago knew fire in LA was an enormous problem. 11:00 — Is this a climate change problem? Or is that a "motte and bailey" argument? 14:27 — More on insane fire insurance regulation in California. 17:13 — Was DEI a contributing factor to this disaster? Or was this just generic government incompetence? 38:53 — Could a free market do better? How? 42:27 — California's Governor Newsom is a weasel, but at least he was in the country, unlike LA's mayor. These are not impressive people. 49:30 — A little more on the climate change argument. 52:23 — Outro. Once more, with feeling: "Fire, bad!" Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature article mentioned: Fire is bad. So is strangling the fire insurance market where people need it most.John Papola (Dad Saves America) clip referenced:Adam on X: https://x.com/Rerazer Bob on X: https://x.com/BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: https://www.bobmurphyshow.com/ The Human Action podcast: https://mises.org/podcasts/human-action-podcast Adam's other podcast: https://naturalorderpodcast.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

The words "slavery" and "theft" get thrown around a lot these days. But honestly, does slavery still exist in America? How different is our situation today from that of chattel slavery? How similar? 00:00 — Intro. 01:10 — Tyrone wants to know: What's the definition of "slavery"? How about "theft"? Should libertarians still use these words in our messaging? 13:30 — Tyrone introduces a Haman Nature article: "Did they abolish slavery in America? Are you sure? No, seriously... are you sure?" We get to "vote", but is that just an illusion? 21:33 — Adam introduces a great movie, Jones Plantation that parallels the "Tale of the slave" in Robert Nozick's famous book Anarchy, State, and Utopia. 43:44 — Tyrone points out that these concepts are often poorly defined and that libertarians seeking to persuade the public should be mindful of that. 45:30 — Outro. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature article mentioned: Did they abolish slavery in America? Are you sure? No, seriously... are you sure? Book mentioned - Anarchy, State, and Utopia by Robert Nozick - Movie mentioned - Jones Plantation Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit hamannature.substack.comHello! Thank you for being a paid subscriber!On this bonus episode, Tyrone and I continue our discussion of “public goods” to talk about how “national defense” could (and should) be provided by private actors.Naturally,Adam00:00 — Intro. 01:21 — Tyrone asks, “How on earth could humanity provide courts, police, and military protection without a monopolis…

On this "crossover" episode with economist Bob Murphy, we take a look at a few popular conspiracy theories. Adam and Bob tell you what they think, and why they think it! 00:00 — Intro. Finally, Adam reveals the truth about Abraham Lincoln! 03:11 — What's with the fluoride in the water? 05:24 — What definition should we use for the term "conspiracy theory"? How about "red-pill"? 11:35 — What's up with Jeffrey Epstein? Did he kill himself? Did he run a huge extortion/blackmail scheme based around sex with underage girls? 27:19 — What's with the earth? Flat? Oblong spheroid? Other? 34:37 — What's with the USS Liberty? Did Israel attack it by accident or on purpose? 39:16 — What's up with Pearl Harbor? Did FDR provoke the attack? Did he know the attack was imminent and "let" the attack happen anyway? 46:03 — What's up with "climate change"? 61:03 — What's up with the Trump/Russia collusion claims? 64:54 — What's the truth behind the terrorist attack of September 11, 2001? 76:46 — What's the truth about the assassination of John F Kennedy? 86:14 — What's up with the moon landing? Real? Fake? Was any of the television and photographic evidence staged? 100:40 — Outro. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Murray Rothbard fluoride article mentioned: Bob Murphy geoengineering article mentioned: Bob Murphy climate model article mentioned: Darryl Cooper (Martyrmade) podcast about Jeffrey Epstein mentioned: Book mentioned: Day of Deceit by Robert Stinnett: Haman Nature climate change articles mentioned (one), and (two): Book mentioned: Provoked by Scott Horton: Bob Murphy Show episode about the IG Russia collusion report: Book mentioned about JFK assassination cover up: Inside the Assassination Records Review Board by Douglas P. Horne.Future of Freedom video series about JFK assassination cover up: NASA report mentioned about "losing" the telemetry tapes: Adam on X: @Rerazer Bob on X: @BobMurphyEcon The Bob Murphy Show: https://www.bobmurphyshow.com/ The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam despises the term "public goods" and all the excuses for larceny that derive from that barbaric and manipulative concept. And he's gonna tell you all about it. Enjoy! 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone's mad at Santa, but it might be a ruse... 01:19 — Adam reads the anti public goods article that this episode is based on. What's wrong with positive externalities? 15:12 — A brief tangent to describe eminent domain. Remember the Kelo v. City of New London Connecticut Supreme Court decision? Also, Tyrone gives a couple examples of market distortions caused by government action. 19:03 — Back to the public goods article. How could "national" defense be provided privately? Bob Murphy's Chaos Theory is instructive (link below). Plus: Private fire departments! 25:22 — Two anecdotes about public goods: The valley and the "essential dam", and smallpox in Deadwood, South Dakota. 35:30 — Adam finishes up the public goods article. Is the term "public" valid at all? Adam and Tyrone weigh in. What about the term "monopoly"? Also, externalities aren't "nouns", exactly. They are more properly thought of in a more subjective way. 30:18 — Outro. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! If you want to hear the continuation of this conversation, where private provision of defense will be discussed, visit "HamanNature.Substack.com" and become a paid subscriber! Haman Nature article mentioned: Public goods is a term invented by thieves to steal your money.Book mentioned - Chaos Theory by Bob Murphy.Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit hamannature.substack.comHello! Thank you for being a paid subscriber! Today on this bonus episode, Tyrone and I launch the first episode of our new “subscribers only” segment: Conspiracy Corner!On this inaugural episode, we get deep into the weeds about the Peter Thiel controversy. Is he a libertarian hero? Is he a secret agent of the Deep State? Something completely other? We…

It's another "crossover" episode! Adam Haman and Bob Murphy break down the recent Twitter(X) spat between Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy and other elements of the broad "MAGA" movement about the H1-B visa program and American culture. 00:00 — Intro. Bob's been fighting on Twitter again! 01:49 — Bob breaks down the controversy, then Adam reads Vivek Ramaswamy's provocative X post (linked below) that caused a bit of an uproar. 08:43 — Bob responds to Vivek a bit, but really responds to MAGA's response to Vivek. Since when is "the right" allergic to criticizing aspects of American culture? 13:12 — Adam chimes in. American culture is a Rorschach test. Also, culture isn't monolithic. There have always been trash TV shows even when American culture valued excellence more. Bob points out some MAGA hypocrisy, and some areas where Vivek's critique didn't land. Also, Adam and Bob compare histories growing up as "the smart kid". 20:11 — Adam points out that the recent history of immigration in the US (along with DEI) impacts this argument greatly. Also, Adam and Bob dive deeper into human psychology and American culture. 43:48 — So, what's with these H1-B visas? What are the economic implications of them? 64:53 — If Bob were in charge, what would he do about these visas? Eliminate? Expand? Tweak? 72:16 — What does it actually mean to the average citizen when "high end" immigrants are brought into the country and "take" jobs that otherwise would have gone to fellow citizens? And who's "rights" should take precedent? 75:02 — Coming back to culture, what else besides IQ matters? Are there valuable cultural attributes in which American culture shines? 90:00 — Outro. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Vivek's controversial X post: H1-B visa "mega thread analysis" mentioned: Adam on X: @Rerazer Bob on X: @BobMurphyEconThe Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam and Tyrone have a few things to say about national flags. Mostly about the US flag, but also about those of other nations. How do you feel about "your" flag? How about others? 00:00 — Intro. After pledging allegiance to something, Tyrone introduces the Haman Nature article (linked below) that this episode is based on, "Some criticism and some redemption for the US flag." 03:00 — Adam begins reading the article. Tyrone starts a discussion about how kids feel about the US flag at an early age. 05:12 — Adam continues reading. Tyrone reminds us about the protests in Washington DC in late July 2024 where Palestinian and Israeli flags featured prominently. Also, why did the cops allow all the destruction of American symbols during the protests? Also, how should we feel about American patriotism? 11:18 — Adam continues reading. Remember when they displayed a Ukrainian flag in the US Congress? Also: Anarcho-tyranny. Also, read (linked below) Provoked: How Washington Started the New Cold War with Russia and the Catastrophe in Ukraine, by Scott Horton. 15:55 — Tyrone asks a question: Do "we" deserve all the blowback we suffer because of our government's foreign policy? Is "collective punishment" justified? Also, what about wartime actions? What is the nature of morality during wartime? What about extreme "lifeboat" situations? How do the plots of the books Starship Troopers and Ender's game relate? 28:14 — How old were you when you learned what the word "allegiance" meant? Also, Tyrone posits that in an emergency, the moral thing to do is end the emergency. 30:18 — Outro. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature article mentioned: “Some criticism and some redemption for the US flag.”Book mentioned - Provoked by Scott Horton: Book mentioned - Starship Troopers by Robert Heinlein: Book mentioned - Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card: Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Merry Christmas! For the holidays, we here at Haman Nature want to give you another present! Here's a bonus episode that originally existed only behind the paywall at HamanNature.Substack.com. Enjoy! Book that Adam mentioned, Jonathan Haidt’s The Coddling of the American Mind (with Greg Lukianoff) PS: One more notion occurred to me about this episode. Maybe these “kids” are unintentionally playing a good strategy. If they all guess the wrong answer, how could a professor or administrator or other authority figure punish them? Perhaps it’s the stupid professor’s fault if they all get the wrong answer, right? We could call the strategy “camouflaging their ignorance against the herd” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Merry Christmas! For the holidays, we here at Haman Nature want to give you a present! Here's a bonus episode that originally existed only behind the paywall at HamanNature.Substack.com. Enjoy! Public school expert and amateur movie critic critic Charles Melchin comes on the show to turn the tables on our “Hey hero, your fly is down!” segment by pointing out some disagreements he has with Adam’s comments about The Holdovers, The Breakfast Club, and The Dead Poets Society. Sparks fly. Tales are told. Lessons are learned. Wisdom is gained? You be the judge! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode, Adam Haman and Bob Murphy discuss the critical comments that have been exchanged between Javier Milei, president of Argentina, and Hans-Hermann Hoppe, economist and libertarian theorist. 00:00 — Intro. 01:01 — Why must we fight? Adam and Bob give a breakdown of the "dispute" between Hoppe and Milei and some of the history of Milei's rise in Argentina. 14:05 — What are Milei's accomplishments so far? Lower regulations? Lower inflation? Other? 22:05 — Milei has been cozying up to the US and Israel. Adam has a theory why that is. Also, what dangers does Milei's presidency present for libertarianism in global public opinion? 26:26 — Hoppe and Milei argued about how one should/could end the central bank. Who's right? 47:02 — Should Milei pay back Argentinian debt? Should the US government pay its debts? 58:52 — Outro. Don't be a "liberimbecile"! Keep watching Haman Nature! Hoppe criticizing Milei in Oct 2024:Milei's response on X: Human Action episode referenced: Adam on X: @RerazerBob on X: @BobMurphyEconThe Bob Murphy Show: https://www.bobmurphyshow.com/ The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam and Tyrone grapple with the issue of our day: Why are smart people often so stupid about politics? 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone lost his bone. Poor porcupine. Also, he had a tempestuous Thanksgiving because some of his smartest family members have idiotic and inconsistent opinions about political matters. Turns out it's easier to train (indoctrinate) a smart dog than a dumb one.03:00 — Tyrone introduces the Haman Nature article (linked below) this episode is based on: "Why are smart people so stupid about politics?" There's a good reason! It's all about feedback. 09:49 — We are $36 trillion in debt. Adam shows that we can't even conceptualize what $1 trillion is. 11:00 — So what's the fix? The answer isn't legislation or even education. It's culture. 15:01 — Tyrone asks a good question. How much of this problem stems from the universities? Or maybe it's just that we've gotten soft. Is this a inevitable problem of prosperity? 24:25 — Will it take an increase in our technological capabilities before we get "smarter" about politics? Is that good news or bad? 31:47 — Outro. Thank you for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature article mentioned: Why are smart people so stupid about politics? There’s a good reason!Book mentioned: The 4th Turning by William Strauss & Neil Howe: Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam and Tyrone explain the similarities between Darth Vader and the government, specifically those policies related to gas taxes and electric vehicle regulations and fees. 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone breathes funny. 01:00 — Tyrone introduces the article this episode is based on (linked below): "What Darth Vader can teach us about electric vehicles and their hidden fees." The government keeps changing "the deal". 03:47 — Tyrone channels the famous essay "I Pencil...". The production of energy is complicated, and modern activists don't take that complexity into account. 06:35 — Want clean energy? Unshackle nuclear power! Plus, Tyrone reveals that at the end of the day, we're all still relying on the steam engine and the turbine. 10:01 — EV sales are slumping. Why? What is the future of the global gas/EV car market? How can consumers and producers plan for the future when the regulatory landscape is unpredictable? 16:31 — Darth Vader (i.e. government) changes the deal, but also they can't coordinate resources. There is no discovery process or calculation process. Also: Tyrone gets mad about calling taxation "revenue". Then he gets really mad about Minnesota roads and taxes. 25:25 — To make Tyrone feel better, Adam points to California's awful road situation. Plus, Adam solves the problem with evil legislators -- Make them dress up as what they are.32:28 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature! (and don't make any deals with Darth Vader!) Haman Nature article mentioned: “What Darth Vader can teach us about electric vehicles and their hidden fees”Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode, Adam Haman and Bob Murphy discuss the current "woke right" accusations flying around on social media lately. What does the term mean? Who is guilty of behaving in a woke manner, contrary to their stated beliefs? What's up with James Lindsey? Genius? Idiot? Something in between? Adam and Bob have the answers! 00:00 — Intro. Adam (with his intriguingly raspy voice) introduces the episode. Bob complains of harsh working conditions. Then, Adam's raspy voice is explained. It's all Bob's fault.03:49 — The "woke right": What is it? Who's arguing about the term? Who is guilty of being "woke" on the right? 09:01 — Bob leads a discussion of James Lindsay's history of journal hoaxes. Are these hoaxes relevant to the "woke right" debate? 19:44 — Adam weighs in. What was valuable about the journal hoaxes? What claims were overblown? Plus, Adam reveals a critically important social maxim: Never heap praise and fame on a nerd. 27:21 — How should we define "woke" and "woke right"? Are people being consistent when they use the terms? Does the latter term even make sense? Or are we all "woke"? 39:45 — Adam asks some clarifying questions about this kind of "woke" analysis. Bob responds. Along the way, Adam discovers why humans invented language. 58:55 — Is "wokism" a religion? What elements does it share with organized religion? 60:02 — Bob wraps things up with some relevant quotes by Lindsay, Rothbard, and others. 66:27 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature! Bob Murphy Show episode referenced: Adam on X: @RerazerBob on X: @BobMurphyEconThe Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode, Adam Haman and Bob Murphy talk about Trump's threatened tariffs on BRICS nations if they try to topple the US dollar's status as the reserve currency of the world. What is it all about? What will happen next? 00:00 — Intro. Adam makes a great joke that he totally stands by.01:30 — Trump's inflammatory tariff/BRICS Tweet is read -- with capitalization choices deciphered. Bob weighs in on what's going on and introduces us to a new term: purchasing power parity.09:47 — Adam briefly describes the composition of BRICS and their relative sizes. Bob comments on the geopolitical strategy decisions involved with these matters.13:58 — Adam asks: Don't US officials realize they threaten the US dollar reserve currency status when they "use" it to punish countries that they are displeased with?18:46 — Adam asks: What type of currency is BRICS likely to attempt to create or switch to?23:14 — Trump's defenders say he's just bluffing (as a master negotiator will). Does Bob buy this argument? What is Trump thinking? What is likely to happen next?31:35 — Adam asks: How should we analyze these matters given national security considerations? Also: Fiat money is trash anyway. Why try to save it?38:01 — You know things are weird when you can't decide whether it's good or bad that our enemies have hypersonic missiles that we can't defend ourselves against.40:48 — What does Bob think is the most likely "end game"? Will fintech eventually set us all free? Also, what other corporate/government shenanigans are happening in the world that we should be worried about? Related: Is Elon Musk setting himself up to be Dr. Evil?49:30 — Adam talks about a theory (article linked below) about why smart people are so dumb about politics. Then Bob explains the mechanics of trade deficits and what the true effects of tariffs are.58:05 — Outro.Haman Nature article referenced: Why are smart people so stupid about politics?Adam on X: @RerazerBob on X: @BobMurphyEconThe Bob Murphy ShowThe Human Action podcastAdam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam and Tyrone dive deep into metaphysics using a classic children's story as a springboard. Come get philosophical and have some fun! 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone introduces the episode with a pun and an Olivia Newton-John classic. 00:46 — Tyrone introduces the article this episode is based on (linked below): "Goldilocks is a criminal, and there are no dials". Bizarrely, this leads to a discussion of the Goldilocks Principle, cosmological constants, and even the "multiverse". 05:57 — Tyrone gives his own annoying example of some sloppy thinking. 08:35 — Adam and Tyrone dive into the metaphysical (and psychological and religious) implications of this line of thinking. 13:35 — Adam takes a shot at the concept of "infinity". 17:12 — Tyrone takes a shot at some of the popular "intelligent design" arguments. Adam tries to give this "devil" its due. 22:52 — Tyrone brings up Ayn Rand, just for fun. 26:39 — Adam tries to grapple with the inadequacy of our own language to adequately describe the universe we live in. 29:34 — Outro. Justice for the bears! Haman Nature article mentioned: "Goldilocks is a criminal, and there are no dials"Haman Nature episode (with MIchael Huemer) mentioned:Video clip played: Ayn Rand on Phil Donahue (start at 04:10):Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam Haman and Bob Murphy discuss the economics of energy policy from a libertarian perspective and how they might advise the new Trump administration. They also touch on property rights theory and climate change.Energy Study mentioned: https://www.instituteforenergyresearch.org/fossil-fuels/2024-north-american-energy-inventory/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Happy Thanksgiving Hamaniacs!We previously released this episode behind the paywall, but Adam and I had so much fun recording this series of episodes that we simply had to share it with everyone. So in the spirit of the holidays and to express our sincere appreciation to all of our subscribers for your support, please enjoy Part 2 of our Best Movie Soundtracks series where we take a much needed break from politics and "serious" philosophical matters to have some fun.Have a safe and thanks-filled holiday season!Tyrone the Porcupine Hobo00:00 — Intro. Let's continue the countdown!01:55 — Revealed: Adam's #5 favorite movie soundtrack!03:51 — Revealed: Tyrone's #5 favorite movie soundtrack!05:50 — Revealed: Adam's #4 favorite movie soundtrack!08:11 — Revealed: Tyrone's #4 favorite movie soundtrack!09:03 — Revealed: Adam's #3 favorite movie soundtrack!12:16 — Revealed: Tyrone's #3 favorite movie soundtrack!13:36 — Revealed: Adam's #2 favorite movie soundtrack!15:06 — Revealed: Tyrone's #2 favorite movie soundtrack!16:39 — Revealed: Adam's #1 favorite movie soundtrack!19:51 — Revealed: Tyrone's #1 favorite movie soundtrack!22:38 — Adam and Tyrone reveal some “honorable mentions”. What movie soundtracks just missed the cut?26:08 — Outro. Thank you all so much for being paid subscribers to Haman Nature!Adam's other show: https://naturalorderpodcast.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam and Tyrone dive deep into human nature as they tie together some things Jordan B. Peterson has said that dovetail with some insights from the great Austrian economist Ludwig von Mises. Enjoy! 00:00 — Intro. Adam comes out as an "unspiked person". So stunning. So brave. 00:51 — Tyrone brings up a recent Haman Nature article (linked below) about Jordan Peterson and remarks that there sure are a lot of religious people interviewed on Hn. What gives? 03:00 — Adam breaks down his article: Sam Harris: "Do you believe in God?" Jordan Peterson's response is pure Mises. 05:44 — Tyrone presses Adam about what his conception of "Western values" are. Why not "human values"? Also, why do Adam's values tend to mirror those of Christianity? What about other religious structures? 12:15 — Tyrone gives his comments on religious rules and their purpose. Adam makes the point: Old stories, myths, and religious can contain deep truths, but they also can contain errors. It's a constant discovery process. 17:20 — Tyrone pushes back on our "click-baity" title. Adam defends "simple truths". 21:16 — Tyrone pushes back some more, and forces an important clarification. 21:56 — Outro. Thanks for watching Haman Nature! Haman Nature article mentioned: Sam Harris - Jordan Peterson video mentioned:Jordan Peterson book mentioned: Maps of MeaningAdam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam and Tyrone reflect on the 2024 election. What happened? Why? What does it mean? What comes next? 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone shares a surprising new medical condition caused by the 2024 election results.00:47 — Adam shares some initial thoughts. Where was the expected election fraud? Also, are Nevadans incapable of counting? Why so late with the results?04:53 — Free Ross! Also, Adam trumps the benefits of voting at straight "Nunya" ticket. What were the most surprising results of election night?07:51 — Tyrone asks: Would it have been better to "lose" this election? Also, the effects of Sheldon Adelson's ghost. Also: Tyrone gots charts and maps! How has the electoral map changed over the last several presidential cycles? And is America just misogynist? Also: we learn that Adam can't tell the difference between a bayonet and a guillotine.13:05 — Adam and Tyrone explore various reasons for the electorate shifting from red to blue and back again. If there is a populist explanation, what does it mean for the future? Is the 2024 election a repudiation of identity politics? Is there a "battle of the sexes" between the two major parties?30:30 — Tyrone brings up an article Adam wrote about Matt Gaetz, poker, Iran, and Adam's fears of Deep State evildoing. Also, a discussion about propaganda.36:22— Adam and Tyrone talk briefly about Trump's cabinet pick announcements so far.46:20 — Before signing off, Adam and Tyrone say a few words about the Jake Paul v. Mike Tyson card on Netflix. Once again, Adam displays some old-school misogyny. For shame...48:49 -- Outro. Hope you enjoyed the election. Stay safe!Haman Nature article mentioned: Adam's other show: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode, Adam asks the great Bob Murphy a bunch of questions about tariffs (given that the incoming president has been talking about them). 00:00 — Intro. Who is the Trump guy and why does he love tariffs so much? 01:10 — Trump says he'll replace the IRS with tariffs. Is this feasible? If so, is it desirable? How do we interpret how Trump handled the matter when Joe Rogan asked him about it? What's the difference between an income tax and a consumption tax? 12:20 — Is there any virtue in Trump's claim that he uses the threat of tariffs to force other countries to lower their tariff barriers? How do you make the threat credible? Plus: Daffy Duck! 15:01 — What are the knock-on effects of tariffs? Also, who really pays for a tariff? How does price elasticity impact things? 30:29 — How do we respond to these twin arguments: "infant industries need tariffs to get going" and "national security requires tariffs"? Interestingly, it is revealed that Adam hears "missiles" no matter how often someone says "semiconductors". 46:08 — Does our current situation mirror the start of the Great Depression? Could Trump's new tariffs deepen our problems like the Smoot-Hawley tariff did in the 1930s? 52:12 — Bob remarks on a clever X post he made regarding hypocritical arguments one finds online. 54:56 — What would Bob say to Trump about tariffs if he could advise him? 57:52 — Outro. Bob inhales helium. Adam's X handle is explained. And as always, thank you all so much for watching! Bob hilariously testifying before congress to three decimal places:Adam on X: Bob on X: The Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

Adam and Tyrone take a much needed break from politics and "serious" matters to have some fun! This episode is Part 1 of a two part series where they countdown their top 10 most favorite movie soundtracks! 00:00 — Intro. Let's take a break and talk about music and movies!03:15 — Revealed: Adam's #10 favorite movie soundtrack!05:09 — Revealed: Tyrone's #10 favorite movie soundtrack!06:31 — Revealed: Adam's #9 favorite movie soundtrack!07:49 — Revealed: Tyrone's #9 favorite movie soundtrack!09:36 — Revealed: Adam's #8 favorite movie soundtrack!11:00 — Revealed: Tyrone's #8 favorite movie soundtrack!12:07 — Revealed: Adam's #7 favorite movie soundtrack!13:34 — Revealed: Tyrone's #7 favorite movie soundtrack!16:00 — Revealed: Adam's #6 favorite movie soundtrack!18:38 — Revealed: Tyrone's #6 favorite movie soundtrack!20:37 — Outro. To see Part 2, visit hamannature.substack.com and become a paid subscriber! And thanks for watching Haman Nature!Adam's other show: https://naturalorderpodcast.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

On this "crossover" episode with the great Bob Murphy, Adam shares with Bob a pet peeve: People talk (and think) about probability all wrong. Along the way, they talk aliens, simulation theory, economics, and much much more!00:00 — Intro. Bob shows a little jealousy. It's very cute.02:21 — Adam lays out his case that how we deal with odds and probability is often very sloppy and prone to error. The Drake equation comes under heavy fire.08:47 — Bob responds with a few supporting examples from economics and a little general pushback to Adam's position.26:51 — Bob points out a minor flaw in Adam's presentation that forces an important clarification. As it turns out, Captain America was probably really good at shooting craps! Adam makes an appeal to the law of large numbers to show that the throw of a die is "close" to a perfectly closed system. Bob makes a devastatingly insightful point that nicely enhances these concepts. Plus, Rothbard!39:48 — Adam takes a swipe at people smarter than him (Nick Bostrom and Elon Musk) who say very silly things about simulation theory. That's not what probability means!42:31 — Bob responds and gives some other very similar examples. Along the way, the usefulness of such lines of thinking are illustrated — so long as we don't fool ourselves by making erroneous probability claims. Also: Boltzmann brains, Descartes's evil demon, and brains in vats!59:01 — Bob throws Artificial Intelligence into the mix, which is always interesting.50:02 — Outro. Thanks for watching! Adam on X: https://x.com/RerazerBob on X: https://x.com/BobMurphyEconThe Bob Murphy Show: The Human Action podcast: Adam's other podcast: Natural Order Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe