Latest Economic policy Podcast Episodes
Your Art Is Problematic
Hidden Perspective - April 08, 2021 03:00 - 43 minutesJules and Rob discuss the way in which most modern art reviews are....well, awful and miss reviewing the whole point to the art. Subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell some people about the show! Cheers! *** References: https://www.smh.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/sex-scandal-drama-a-tea...
Murdoch Is Just a Cover for This Problem...
Hidden Perspective - March 20, 2021 20:00 - 1 hourRob and Jules discuss former Australian PM, Kevin Rudd's, recent appearance in the Senate and his case against Rupert Murdoch's media monopoly. But is the Murdoch-problem really just a mask for something deeper? Subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell some people about the show! Cheers!
Vikings in the Capitol & The Internet Bans Trump
Hidden Perspective - January 22, 2021 03:00 - 1 hourWith the return of the much-loved, previous guest, Jules Angelatos, we break down: The storming of the U.S. Capitol Its symbolism for democracy Trump's ban from the internet ...and much, much more! Subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell some people about the show! Cheers! *** Referenc...
Is It Time to Break Up Facebook?
Hidden Perspective - December 31, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutesDo Mark Zuckerberg and Facebook have too much power? Is it time to break up Facebook? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell your friends and family about the show. Thank you! *** References: https://digiday.com/media/dina-srinivasan-monopoly-facebook-anti-trust-digital-adverti...
Is Rupert Murdoch a Cancer on Democracy?
Hidden Perspective - November 18, 2020 13:00 - 37 minutesFormer Australian PM Kevin Rudd has come out asking for a Royal Commission into the Murdoch Media Monopoly. Why is he asking for this? Are his claims true? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell your friends and family about the show. Thank you! *** References: https://www.youtube...
Was the U.S. Election Rigged Against Trump?
Hidden Perspective - November 09, 2020 13:00 - 37 minutes"I WON THIS ELECTION, BY A LOT!" - President Trump. We take a deep dive into the claims that the election was rigged against Donald Trump. Please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell your friends and family about the show. Thank you! *** References: https://www.foxnews.com/us/usps-mai...
Why The Polls Lie
Hidden Perspective - November 02, 2020 19:00 - 22 minutesPolitical polling is once again everywhere in the run-up to the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election. But how accurate can they really be? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell your friends and family about the show. Thank you! *** References: - https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaslands...
Why the Polls Lie
Hidden Perspective - November 02, 2020 19:00 - 22 minutesPolitical polling is once again everywhere in the run-up to the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election. But how accurate can they really be? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell your friends and family about the show. Thank you! *** References: - https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaslands...
NY Post Censored: What Does It Really Mean?
Hidden Perspective - October 24, 2020 17:00 - 38 minutesWhat does Twitter & Facebook's attempted censorship of the NY Post's Hunter Biden article really mean? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell your friends and family about the show. Thank you! *** References: - https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/18/business/media/new-york-post-hunte...
The Lockdown Capital of the World
Hidden Perspective - October 15, 2020 03:00 - 2 hoursThe Australian state of Victoria has endured one of the strictest and longest lockdowns in the world, despite having a relatively low level of coronavirus in circulation. To break this down, I'm joined by my long-standing friend, Julian Angelatos. We discuss what happened in Victoria, the reaso...
Picking Up The Pieces From The First 2020 U.S. Presidential Debate
Hidden Perspective - October 08, 2020 01:00 - 44 minutes"Shitshow", "disaster", "disgrace" - just some of the words used to describe the first 2020 U.S. Presidential Debate between President Trump and Former Vice President Biden. Despite this, there are some policy issues worthy of discussion. Who's saying what? Who's making credible arguments? And...
Picking Up the Pieces from the First 2020 U.S. Presidential Debate
Hidden Perspective - October 08, 2020 01:00 - 44 minutes"Shitshow", "disaster", "disgrace" - just some of the words used to describe the first 2020 U.S. Presidential Debate between President Trump and Former Vice President Biden. Despite this, there are some policy issues worthy of discussion. Who's saying what? Who's making credible arguments? And...
Vaccine or Indefinite Lockdown: When Will COVID End?
Hidden Perspective - August 22, 2020 01:00 - 22 minutesIs a vaccine the only way out of COVID-19? Surely not. Let's explore the other exit routes that the media isn't talking about. Please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell your friends about the show. Thanks, your support is really appreciated! *** References: ‘Oxford epidemiologists:...
The Origins of the Drug War You Were Never Told (Drug War Part 2)
Hidden Perspective - June 22, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutesThis episode dives into the scandalous origins of the war on drugs. Prior to 1914, drugs were widely available. Yet with each successive step of prohibition this past century, governments have lied to the public about the underlying reason for criminalizing drugs. The true story - one of politic...
A Conversation on Drug Addiction (Drug War Part 1)
Hidden Perspective - May 18, 2020 13:00 - 1 hourIn this episode, I speak with Tristan Aubry, who is a Canadian addictions counsellor. We spoke about what constitutes drug addiction, how this view has evolved over time, and the broader impacts of drug policy on addiction and society. Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review. Thank you! ***...
The War on Drugs: What Is Drug Addiction?
Hidden Perspective - May 18, 2020 13:00 - 1 hourIn this episode, I speak with Tristan Aubry, who is a Canadian addictions counsellor. We spoke about what constitutes drug addiction, how this view has evolved over time, and the broader impacts of drug policy on addiction and society. Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review. Thank you! ***...
Coronavirus: Why Our Governments Failed & Lied to Us
Hidden Perspective - April 27, 2020 22:00 - 38 minutesIn response to the coronavirus, Western governments have told a story that because nobody expected this pandemic, they have had no choice but to enact unprecedented measures and collectively spend trillions to protect our health and economies. This episode exposes why this story is a lie. Pleas...
Coronavirus: Why Our Governments Failed & Lied To Us
Hidden Perspective - April 27, 2020 22:00 - 38 minutesIn response to the coronavirus, Western governments have told a story that because nobody expected this pandemic, they have had no choice but to enact unprecedented measures and collectively spend trillions to protect our health and economies. This episode exposes why this story is a lie. Pleas...
Coronavirus Lies - Why Our Governments Failed Us
Hidden Perspective - April 27, 2020 22:00 - 38 minutesIn response to the coronavirus, Western governments have told a story that because nobody expected this pandemic, they have had no choice but to enact unprecedented measures and collectively spend trillions to protect our health and economies. This episode exposes why this story is a lie. Pleas...
Coronavirus: To Fear or Not to Fear?
Hidden Perspective - March 18, 2020 21:00 - 1 hourIn this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Brendan Putko to discuss all things coronavirus. We talk about the disease, its symptoms, treatment, how it compares to other causes of death, and what individuals, governments and business leaders can do to stay ahead of the virus. Please subscribe and leave ...
US China Trade War Part 2/2: The Hidden Side of Trump's Trade War
Hidden Perspective - February 03, 2020 14:00 - 52 minutesIn this episode, we explore the Trump side of the US-China Trade War, including protectionism, US de-industrialization, China's trade violations and the alleged new cold war taking place before our very eyes. Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review - thank you! *** ‘Why Trump Will Win the ...
US-China Trade War Part 2/2: The Hidden Side of Trump's Trade War
Hidden Perspective - February 03, 2020 14:00 - 52 minutesIn this episode, we explore the Trump side of the US-China Trade War, including protectionism, US de-industrialization, China's trade violations and the alleged new cold war taking place before our very eyes. Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review - thank you! *** ‘Why Trump Will Win the ...
The Hidden Side of Trump's Trade War (US-China Trade War Part 2/2)
Hidden Perspective - February 03, 2020 14:00 - 52 minutesIn this episode, we explore the Trump side of the US-China Trade War, including protectionism, US de-industrialization, China's trade violations and the alleged new cold war taking place before our very eyes. Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review - thank you! *** ‘Why Trump Will Win the ...
US-China Trade War Part 1/2: Trade War Background & Pro-Free Trade Arguments
Hidden Perspective - January 21, 2020 03:00 - 28 minutesIn this episode, we explore the background of free trade, the US-China trade war itself, and why tariffs are a bad idea. Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review. Thank you! *** References: ‘Trumponomics: Inside the America First Plan to Revive Our Economy’, Stephen Moore and Arthur B. Laff...
US-China Trade War Part 1/2: Free Trade Background, US-China Trade War, and Why Tariffs Are a Bad Idea
Hidden Perspective - January 21, 2020 03:00 - 28 minutesIn this episode, we explore the background of free trade, the US-China trade war itself, and why tariffs are a bad idea. Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review. Thank you! *** References: ‘Trumponomics: Inside the America First Plan to Revive Our Economy’, Stephen Moore and Arthur B. Laff...
Trade War Background & Pro-Free Trade Arguments (US-China Trade War Part 1/2)
Hidden Perspective - January 21, 2020 03:00 - 28 minutesIn this episode, we explore the background of free trade, the US-China trade war itself, and why tariffs are a bad idea. Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review. Thank you! *** References: ‘Trumponomics: Inside the America First Plan to Revive Our Economy’, Stephen Moore and Arthur B. Laff...
UBI Part 4/4: Opposition to UBI
Hidden Perspective - January 06, 2020 16:00 - 18 minutesIn the fourth episode of the Universal Basic Income (UBI) series, we explore the question: Why would you oppose UBI? We look at the flaws of the automation argument, UBI's enormous cost, how UBI would affect work, and other potential problems. Please 'Subscribe' and leave a 5-star review. Thank...
Opposition to UBI (UBI Part 4/4)
Hidden Perspective - January 06, 2020 16:00 - 18 minutesIn the fourth episode of the Universal Basic Income (UBI) series, we explore the question: Why would you oppose UBI? We look at the flaws of the automation argument, UBI's enormous cost, how UBI would affect work, and other potential problems. Please 'Subscribe' and leave a 5-star review. Thank...
UBI Part 4/4: Why Would You Oppose Universal Basic Income? The Arguments Against UBI
Hidden Perspective - January 06, 2020 16:00 - 18 minutesIn the fourth episode of the Universal Basic Income (UBI) series, we explore the question: Why would you oppose UBI? We look at the flaws of the automation argument, UBI's enormous cost, how UBI would affect work, and other potential problems. Please 'Subscribe' and leave a 5-star review. Thank...
UBI Part 3/4: Libertarian Arguments For UBI
Hidden Perspective - December 30, 2019 16:00 - 19 minutesIn the third episode in the Universal Basic Income (UBI) series, we explore the libertarian arguments for UBI. These range from deeming private charity a market failure, a preference for UBI over the welfare state, and UBI as a necessary bulwark against coercion. Please 'Subscribe' and leave a ...
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