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What Bryan Caplan Thinks About Basically Everything
What Bryan Caplan Thinks About Basically Everything
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Length:
101 minutes
Released:
Sep 12, 2019
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Podcast episode
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Erik is joined on this episode by Bryan Caplan (@bryan_caplan), economist and author. They have a wide-ranging discussion on a number of different topics.They discuss:- The case for open borders and the underappreciated benefits of immigration.- His responses to some of the common arguments against increased immigration.- Why he thinks that universal basic income is a “terrible idea.”- His thoughts on the charter cities movement.- His most impactful (and controversial) policy recommendations.- Why he says that all politicians have been populists, but without the rough edges that Trump has.- His opinion on the Hobbes vs. Rousseau debate.- Gene editing, population growth, Austrian economics, education, and much more.Remember to apply for the winter vintage of our Network Catalyst accelerator! It is a personalized program that features masterclasses from some of the best in Silicon Valley and a dedicated network leader focused on making the introductions you need to turbocharge your company. You can participate in-person in San Francisco or virtually from anywhere around the world. Find out more and apply at villageglobal.vc/networkcatalyst.Thanks for listening — if you like what you hear, please review us on your favorite podcast platform. Check us out on the web at villageglobal.vc or get in touch with us on Twitter @villageglobal.Venture Stories is brought to you by Village Global, is hosted by co-founder and partner, Erik Torenberg and is produced by Brett Bolkowy.
Released:
Sep 12, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
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