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

The government has a printing press, and yet they are in debt. Why can't they just print up whatever they need to pay it off and call it a day? Lessons from the German hyperinflation of 1919-1923 and how chaotic that was.

Today, Brittany dives into the "group think" bias and how it harms and divides us in society today.

The First Amendment protects the right to free speech. But these days, there is a lot of debate about whether "hate" speech is protected and if it is ever okay for a private compay to engage in censorship.

As students head back to school, it's important the lessons John Taylor Gatto about what education should and shouldn't be.

Brittany dives into the discussions that eventually led to the creation of the U.S. Constitution.

In this episode, Brittany explains why the young activist Charlie Kirk left such a mark on the world.

In the final days of the Articles of Confederation, things started heating up when one farmer returning home from the Revolutionary War had had enough.

After the Declaration of Independence was signed, but before the Constitution was signed, America was governed by what were called the Articles of Confederation.

People throw around the term "democracy" when describing the American political system. Is America really a democracy?

Choose your friends wisely. Do they want the best for you? Are they good influences? Are YOU a good influence on your friends? Choosing people you associate with is actually a pretty important life skill!

Over 80 years ago, economist F.A. Hayek wrote one of the most famous books in favor of individualism and free markets. It even inspired one of the Tuttle Twins books!

This story was so impactful for Ron Paul that he kept copies in his congressional office to pass out. Our thinking about the role of government and legitimate use of taxpayer funds has radically changed since Davy Crockett was a congressman. Did you know Davy Crockett was a congressman?

The first ten amendments to the Constitution were so important, they were given their own name, "The Bill of Rights."

The first ten amendments to the Constitution were so important, they were given their own name, "The Bill of Rights."

The story of John D. Rockefeller, one of the Gilded Era's self-made entrepreneurs.

Is homeschool really cheaper than public school? Rachel makes the case for why it is not for most families, but that is not why we homeschool! We homeschool because it is right for our families and SO worth it! We explore the concept of opportunity cost.

Nearly 600 years before the Revolutionary War, English Barons created a revolutionary document that laid the foundation for the Constitution.

If good people who believe in liberty don't occupy those seats in government, someone else will! Sometimes its really hard for someone skeptical of government power to choose to be a part of the "leviathan" but let's think that through. And if you WANT to get involved in government, how do you get started? Rachel gives insights from her campaigns and time on Capitol Hill.

On today's episode, we celebrate former Congressman Ron Paul's 90th birthday and discuss what makes him so special.

Greek philosopher Socrates believed that the best way to teach was by asking lots of questions to help someone think and find answers for themselves.

Greek philosopher Socrates believed that the best way to teach was by asking lots of questions to help someone think and find answers for themselves.

As characters in stories go on adventures, face challenges, and learn important lessons, there comes a point where they must choose to either grow into someone braver, kinder, or wiser or go in the wrong direction and become more selfish, angry, or cruel.

Rachel and Brittany tackle another one of the logical fallacies that prevent people from thinking rationally.

It's easy to get caught up in instant gratification. But more often than not, the things that offer you the most value are worth the wait.

Sometimes we use humor to diffuse tense situations, but there are some situations where a joke can escalate things in really bad ways. Think: going through TSA at the airport. Or making fun of a friend, not knowing they are going through a hard time.

People love to call others a "fascist" whenever they disagree with their political views. But what does that term really mean and our most people using it incorrectly?

Rachel and Brittany give a very basic primer on how credit cards work and some things to keep in mind when you begin your journey into finances and managing your own money. Stay out of debt! Be really careful with that first credit card. It may FEEL like "FREE MONEY" but the bill always comes due! Credit scores.

A lot of people will try to get you to agree with their political or ideological beliefs using only emotional arguments. Using emotions might help to pull at heartstrings, but it is important to base your arguments on logic arguments first before you bring emotion into the mix.

Whether you're just visiting another city or state, or traveling halfway around the world, there is so much adventure to embrace in traveling. Rachel and Brittany encourage you to embrace the planning and process of travel, as well as the cultural lessons you can learn.

Rachel and Brittany gives some tips for teenagers looking to get their first job. Where do you want to work? What would you be good at? Who is hiring? What about my network? How to nail a first impression with an employer. Let us walk through it all.

You're never too young to start thinking about what kind of career you want to have. But how can you make such a difficult decision when you have so many options?

Before humans used social media to share idea, they used pamphlets. And on the road to the revolutionary war, there was no great pamphleteer than Thomas Paine.

The Fourth of July is almost here! While fireworks and family time is great, it's important to remember the true meaning of the holiday.

Two of the most important figures in the Revolutionary War were John Adams and Sam Adams. While the two were cousins, when it came to fighting for liberty, the two had very different styles.

Two of the most important figures in the Revolutionary War were John Adams and Sam Adams. While the two were cousins, when it came to fighting for liberty, the two had very different styles.

These days, the mainstream media and social media influences like to tell us that we are living through scary and unsafe times that humans have never experienced. Is this true? Or have human history experienced much crazier times than we are today?

These days, the mainstream media and social media influences like to tell us that we are living through scary and unsafe times that humans have never experienced. Is this true? Or have human history experienced much crazier times than we are today?

Rachel and Brittany discuss the importance of a well-rounded education and why you should maintain a healthy curiosity about subjects you don't think are relevant to you. You might be surprised at how your "useless knowledge" comes in handy in life.

Brittany and Rachel discuss how to decide if you should pick a fight with someone over an issue you have with them. Is it important enough to go to war with your brother over how he chews his food? What about the annoying things you do? On the other hand, its important to stand up for what is right. Where do you draw the line?

Every individual has gut instincts that help us guide what choices we make in life. How can we learn to know when to follow our gut and when our gut instincts might be holding us back from new experiences?

Rachel goes down the rabbit hole of why prison labor can be so concerning, and its not for the reason you think. Incentives matter, and should we be incentivising incarceration in a free society? When lots of big interests are making lots of money off of prisons and prison labor, what do you think happens to the demand for more prisoners?

Now a days, we hear a lot about "settled" science. But is science a fixed truth that never changes? Or is science ongoing quest?

The Miraculous Pencil demonstrates how the world is so interconnected. Trade barriers threaten that connection and our supply chains could suffer. But what if the Trump tariff threats are just a good negotiating tool? Let's unpack what we know so far.

Why we need rules and why the Constitution is important for the government to follow.

If you want to be successful in your life, it's important to recognize the importance of ditching your ego.

Should failing businesses be bailed out? Here's why not. A lemonade stand story.

Should justice be the same for everyone? Or is should it be applied differently to different people?

Choice and competition makes every product better. Healthcare is no different. But with the structure of the medical industry today, our choices are increasingly made for us and we're left with what government has approved and what insurance will cover. Are we getting healthier this way?

What is the propert role the FDA should play in regulating what we consume? Rachel and Brittany discuss.