The Way the World Works: A Tuttle Twins Podcast for Families

Today, Brittany and Connor sit down and talk with Austin Craig from the documentary, "Life on Bitcoin." Austin will explain how he was able to live off this crypto currency for several months and the obstacles he faced along the way.

If there is anything the pandemic has taught us, it's the importance of health. But all too often people rely on the government to tell them what health standards to follow. But history has shown us that the government isn't always the best entity to tell us what's healthy and what is not.

In Part II of this two-part episode, Emma and Brittany discuss President Biden's decision to pull US troops out of Afghanistan, why this has been such a big deal, and how the entire situation shows that, once again, Ron Paul was right about foreign policy all along.

In Part I of this two-part episode, Emma and Brittany discuss President Biden's decision to pull US troops out of Afghanistan, why this has been such a big deal, and how the entire situation shows that, once again, Ron Paul was right about foreign policy all along.

The government shouldn't be in the business of picking winners and losers, but when governments give money to some companies to give them a leg up on the competition, that's exactly what happens.

Having good self-esteem and being confident in your abilities isn't just good for your own well being, it helps other people too.

Today, Emma and Brittany talk about what makes someone a hero and give some examples of their own heroes.

We all believe in the importance of liberty. But how can we best sell these ideas to others who might not be so sure?

Should a person be judged by the content of their character, or the color of their skin? Our country was founded in the belief that all men are created equal, but there are new(ish) ideologies that threaten this belief and seek to have be judged solely on their ethnicity.

Most of us know who Martin Luther King jr. is, but today Connor and Brittany talk about what he can teach us about equality under the law and even civil disobedience.

The American Revolution was important not just for our own country, but for the entire world as well. While the French sought freedom from its own oppressive monarchy around the same time as the U.S., their motives were a bit different from the American colonists.

Life can be scary and difficult, but remembering to be grateful for what you have can help keep you happy even during the darkest of times.

Productivity is an important part of building a successful life. One way you can improve your productivity is by having daily routines to keep you anchored and driven.

Everyone needs professional advice at some point in their career, and mentorships are a great way to get the information you need and stay accountable while you build your career.

Is there only a fixed amount of wealth in this world, or can people create an infinite amount of value? On today's episode, Brittany and Emma discuss.

Art and music are powerful tools against the establishment. And during the cold war, when Eastern European was cutoff from most of western civilization and capitalism, rock & roll's influence couldn't be stopped.

Olympic season is upon us. But while many get excited to watch the games, there are many genuine concerns about the economic consequences of the Olympic games.

The government hates competition. But one man once dared to take on the United States Postal Service, creating a free market alternative... until he was shut down.

TSA, DEA, FDA... we are surrounded by federal agencies that have way too much power. On today's episode, we discuss what these agencies are and how they impact our daily lives.

Author Max Borders joins Brittany and Connor to discuss the important role communities play in promoting individual liberty and limited government.

These days, you hear people talking about "their truth." Everyone seems to think they live in their own version of reality, but in a world where everyone has their own beliefs about what is true and what is not, is there any objective truth? Brittany and Emma discuss.

You may have heard of Bitcoin and Blockchain, but have you ever heard of the elusive Satoshi Nakamoto? Today Brittany and Emma talk about the mysterious creator of Bitcoin, who walked away from the project as soon as it was born.

The best entrepreneurs are those we dare to challenge the status quo. Airbnb cofounder Joe Gebbia took on the hotel industry by always asking the question, "how can I make this better?"

Summer is here! But how can you make the most out of these three months of sunshine? Emma and Brittany offer a few ideas to make the most out of your summer.

If you're a fan of the Tuttle Twins and the Miraculous Pencil, you might have heard of Leonard Read. Read not only wrote I, Pencil, the book that inspired the Tuttle Twins book, he also founded the Foundation for Economic Education.

In honor of Independence Day, Connor and Brittany talk about some of their favorite stories to come out of the Revolutionary War era and the founding of the United States.

Many of the courageous heroes we have discussed have one thing in common: an ability to think rationally and control their feelings. Today, Connor and Brittany brainstorm some ways to help you learn how to control your emotions and think about the facts, not just your feelings.

Individuals can change the world. In 1983, Stanislav Petrov used logic to think rationally and avoid a nuclear war that would have changed the course of history.

There was a time in this country when we didn't have an income tax. Americans were allowed to keep all the money they had worked so hard to get. But when the 16th Amendment was ratified, all that changed.

Connor and Brittany share their favorite memories and episodes from the past year and discuss why this podcast is so important for families.

Today, Connor and Brittany welcome Magatte Wade to the show, an incredible entrepreneur who is using the market to fight African poverty.

John D. Rockefeller has a lot to teach us about self-control, focus, and work ethic that he later applied in life to show the world what can be accomplished with purpose, vision, planning, and execution.

Brand wars are an exciting demonstration of the market in action. In 2019, Popeyes and Chick-fil-A battled over who had the best chicken sandwich. As a result, consumers were the winners by having more delicious options at their disposal.

Heroes come in all ages. The Scholl siblings were just college students when they took on the Third Reich and stood up to the Nazis with their powerful words.

We love a good risk-taking, rugged, entrepreneur, and Richard Branson is exactly that. Today Connor and Brittany tell the story of Branson's many entrepreneurial ventures and how he has revolutionized every industry he's ever worked in.

People have been scared of technological innovation since machines first came around during the Industrial Revolution. But why this fear of tech? And are any of these fears reasonable?

Competition makes the world go round. When companies compete for consumers, we all win. Pepsi and Coca-Cola have been fighting the "Cola Wars" since the late 1800s and the story behind this epic brand war is fascinating!

Emma Phillips is joining the podcast starting today! Learn a little bit about her in this brief episode.

We live in a country with way too many laws, many of them completely unnecessary. Today, our hosts go down a list of some of the most absurd laws across the country.

In life you're going to have to deal with people you don't get along with–that is just the way the world works. Today, Connor and Brittany talk about their own experiences and some tips on dealing with difficult people.

The Third Amendment is not the most popular amendment, in fact it is not often spoken about. However, its history and its reason for being included in the Bill of Rights is just as important as all the others.

Thomas Sowell is one of the most important living economist and philosopher. Today Brittany and Connor will discuss what makes him so relevant to our world today.

The internet used to be the "wild west" of the world where everyone was free to say and do as they please. Today, big tech (Google, and FB) have started censoring what can be said. This isn't great, but what is the solution? Should government regulate big tech, or are there other ways?

England abolished slavery before the United States, and one of the primary reasons for this was a man name William Wilberforce and his dedication to ending this horrible practice.

Today Connor and Brittany introduce the latest Tuttle Twins book, "The Tuttle Twins and The Leviathan Crisis."

Ever notice how we miss things from our past, so much so that we go out of our way to play with old toys or watch old movies. Today Connor and Brittany dive into the reasons behind the powerful force called "nostalgia."

This mother/daughter duo endured great hardships that made them stronger people. They also teamed up together to write one of the most popular children's book in history.

The Bill of Rights are popular for being the first ten ratified. But there are other important amendments too. Today Brittany and Connor discuss the Fourteenth Amendment and how it holds the states accountable to the Constitution.

Today Brittany and Connor continue discussing the amendments in the Bill of Rights, this time discussing the very important Fifth Amendment.

When you think of McDonald's you might think of the Big Mac or maybe a McFlurry, but there is more to this global fast food chain than meets the eye. Behind this businesses is a story of innovation and entrepreneurship that can be inspirational to each of us