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The Deadly -isms

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONSocialism, Nazism, progressivism…there are so many “isms” on the political spectrum. This video takes a closer look and suggests a different approach.AVAILABLE RESOURCES...

The Fight Against Food Trucks

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONProtectionism at play? Politicians say food trucks are “unfair competition” for restaurants.AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access These Additional...

Happy Thanksgiving!

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONHappy Thanksgiving! But before you eat that turkey, thank private property! Without it, Thanksgiving would be “Starvation Day.” Here’s why.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF...

Let Them Leave

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONIn 2018, California may vote on leaving the US. Regions around the world want independence from countries that control them. Stossel says if people want to secede—let...

Price Gouging

VIDEO DESCRIPTION John Stossel discusses price gouging.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access These Additional Resources[RM_Form...

Hurricane Reconstruction

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONThe recent hurricanes took a heavy toll. The cost of rebuilding will be significant.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDFAVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access...

Entrepreneur Saves Free College Courses

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONAn internet entrepreneur saved 20,000 free online college lectures (and more) after the government declared them illegal.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDFAVAILABLE...

Private Parks

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONWhen we think of parks, we probably think of public parks, government owned, managed, and maintained. But are all public parks managed and maintained by the government? It seems...

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONDo the rich get richer and the poor get poorer? Does trade with other countries hurt us? Should we produce everything on our own? This segment looks at income, jobs, and trade.Download Teacher's GuideDownload Video (.mp4 FILE)To download this video or...

Elijah McCoy

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONWho was Elijah McCoy? What did he do? This video takes a look at the importance of perseverance and innovation, by highlighting Elijah McCoy, whose life and accomplishments can be fine examples for all our students. He is, it is said, the Real...

Fake News is Old News

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONThe term “fake news” has been in the news a lot the past few years. What does it mean? Is it really fake or does it just present a side to a story that some people don’t agree with? Fake News is Old News presents a historical view of reporting that...

Everything

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONWhat would you do to save your child’s life? Where do you draw the line? Would you break the law? What if the law wasn’t protecting anyone? Everything is a thought-provoking film that shows the dilemma faced by a mother who comes up against federal...

Economics Made the World Great

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONIs life today bad? Or is it awesome? Why? What about life today is an improvement from the past? Economics Made the World Great shows changes that have taken place in the past three centuries and changes that are taking place today that have made the...

The Hockey Stick of Human Prosperity

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONThe last 200-300 years has seen astonishing growth in prosperity. Don Boudreaux calls it “one of the greatest events of humankind.” But how did that happen? Was it simply a series of events that would have taken place no matter what, or was there...

Private Frontier: Space

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONSpace, the final frontier. Are voyages to explore strange new worlds—to seek new life and new civilizations, to boldly go where no one has gone before—best left to government to...

Permissionless Society

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONWhat would life be like for us today if people didn’t innovate? How different would life be if innovators needed government’s permission to innovate? Would that permission be based on politics? Would it be based on what politicians think is best for...

Why Politicians Don’t Cut Spending

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONProf. Ben Powell explains why politicians don't cut spending, as a general rule. Using public choice economics, or the economics of politics, he shows how the political system naturally leads to overspending.Download Teacher's GuideTo download this...

Death by Socialism

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONSocialism is often seen as just another economic system, perhaps a more fair system, where people are more equal. But is it really just another economic system? Is it really more fair? This segment looks at socialism and the consequences of socialism...

Venezuela vs. Chile

VIDEO DESCRIPTION Does capitalism "suck"? Does socialism work better? Why do so many people support socialism? This segment looks at the effects of socialism in Venezuela and contrasts it to Chile, considered one of South America’s most prosperous countries.Download...

Robots & Driverless Cars

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONAre robots and self-driving cars the way of the future? Will robots take people's jobs? Will we really be able to relax as the car does the work? Is that safe? Will there be any jobs left to go to anyway? This segment looks at the development, use,...

YouTube: Now We’re the Gatekeepers

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONHow are technological innovations changing the way we find talent? How does it affect the way people earn money? This segment looks at the way YouTube has changed the way performers are discovered and paid.Download Teacher's GuideTo download this...

Eye Test Innovators

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONJohn Stossel got an eyeglass prescription over the internet. Should that be illegal?AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access...

$2 Million Bathroom

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONJohn Stossel investigates a New York City park bathroom that cost $2 million to build.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDFAVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access...

Stop! You Need a License To Do that Job!

VIDEO DESCRIPTION“Bottleneckers” use occupational licensing to screw competitors and innovation in the name of keeping us safe.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login...

Departments Grow and Cherries Rot

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONEven when President Trump tries to cut government, it grows!AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDFAVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access These Additional...

Save the Rhinos!

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONAn entrepreneur has a plan to save the rhinos from poachers, but environmental groups hate his idea.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or...

What Should We Do About Climate Change?

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONIs Trump pulling out of Paris Climate Agreement good? John interviews someone from each side of the debate to spread some light on the issue.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF...

Does Free Trade Create Prosperity?

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONTrump plans to impose 20% tariff on soft lumber from Canada. Bad idea! Here's why.AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access These Additional...

Are Mandatory Minimums Harmful?

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONJohn Stossel and his guests share their views on mandatory minimum sentencing.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDFAVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access These...

One Thing We Should Copy From Canada

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONJohn Stossel and David Henderson discuss how Canada fixed its debt problem.AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access These Additional Resources[RM_Form...

Fmr. pro athlete Jeremy Bloom on using failure to achieve success

VIDEO DESCRIPTION‘Fueled By Failure’ author Jeremy Bloom on his career and how he turned failure into success.

Socialism in Venezuela

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONSocialism is often seen as just another economic system, perhaps a more fair system, where people are more equal. But is it really just another economic system? Is it really...

What Is The Truth About Climate Change

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONJohn Stossel discusses what’s fact and what’s fiction, regarding climate change.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access These...

Why pharmaceutical companies can charge more for medication

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONJohn talks to Jeff Deist, former Chief of Staff for Rep. Ron Paul, about how the price of EpiPens has increased.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDFAVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to...

A debate about Trump’s economic promises

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONDemocratic political strategist Jessica Tarlov, Turning Point USA Founder and Executive Director Charlie Kirk and CATO Institute Executive Vice President David Boaz discuss how...

How Clinton and Trump’s economic plans impact U.S. debt

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONFormer Lt. Gov. Betsy McCaughey, (R-NY), Reason Magazine Editor-at-Large Matt Welch and Democratic strategist Jessica Tarlov on the economic plans of the presidential...

High Speed Rails a Waste of Money

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONAuthor Randal O’Toole and Seastanding Institute Founder Patri Friedman discuss why the president is wasting his time with high-speed rail and give their ideas to save the...

Responsibility of Wealthy to Pay More Taxes?

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONCenter for Responsible Wealth Director Mike Lapham argues the wealthy don’t mind paying extra taxes.

Man Jailed for Paperwork

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONFormer orchid importer George Norris on being sent to prison for missing paperwork for his business.

ADA Protecting the Disabled

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONAuthor Greg Perry and Curt Decker of the National Disability Rights Network debate whether the ADA is a necessary organization.

How to Become an Informed Voter

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONHeadcount Executive Director Andy Bernstein and Reason Magazine Senior Editor Michael Moynihan on the lack of political knowledge of voters.[rev_slider...

The Boundaries of Free Speech

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONJohn Stossel defines his views on free speech in public and private sectors.

Government Drone Restrictions Too Strict?

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONAuthor Adam Thierer on government’s restriction on drone use.Enjoy this video? You can access many more resources like quizzes, teacher's guides, and free DVDs when you register! It will take you less than two minutes, and best of all: it's FREE!

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