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William Clouston returns to the show for a wide-ranging conversation about Britain's decline, from collapsing public services and economic stagnation to mass immigration, energy failure and the breakdown of trust in our institutions.

We explore:
– Why the UK economy is no longer investable
– The energy crisis, net zero myths & failed privatisation
– NHS failure & workforce caps
– The collapse of public order
– The SDP's vision for direct provision & industrial revival
– Why Labour can't fix this

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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 – Introduction  
00:06:28 – Britain Is No Longer Investable  
00:10:15 – Energy Crisis & Net Zero  
00:16:03 – Diversity Quotas  
00:20:37 – Government Waste, Grift & Agencies  
00:32:45 – Councils Collapsing
00:37:50 – The Doom Loop in Housing    
00:51:30 – Broken Incentives  
01:03:00 – Policing & Public Safety  
01:16:00 – Why the SDP Matters  
01:20:00 – Fusion Politics: Red & Blue  
01:24:00 – America Feels Hopeful 
01:30:34 – The Future of the Right    
01:38:42 – Reform, Realignment & Political Conviction  
01:44:00 – Social vs Liberal  
01:50:45 – What is Economic Nationalism 
02:04:00 – The Inflection Point
02:08:20 – Final Thoughts

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In Part 2 of our conversation, Curtis Yarvin covers political decay, Austrian economics and the origins of money and Bitcoin. 

We explore:
– Monarchy as the most honest system of rule
– The flaw in free-market libertarianism
– Mises vs Keynes vs Friedrich List
– What the Austrians got right & wrong
– Why personal net worth is the real inflation metric
– The theoretical origin of money
– Bitcoin vs gold question

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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 – Introduction  
00:05:38 – Farage, Reform & Populism's Trap  
00:10:50 – Monarchy as a Political System
00:17:34 – Caesar vs Commodus  
00:25:38 – Democracy's Many Failure Modes  
00:30:11 – Corporate Governance as Political Metaphor  
00:33:25 – Austrian Economics & Intellectual Capture  
00:40:32 – System Software & Building Urbit  
00:49:29 – Economics as Propaganda  
00:54:12 – Why GDP Is a Lie  
01:01:07 – Mises vs Keynes  
01:05:00 – Mercantilism & Friedrich List  
01:09:21 – Personal Net Worth = Inflation  
01:14:18 – Bitcoin, Gold & Store of Value  
01:24:05 – The Nash Equilibrium of Money  
01:30:34 – Why Axes Can't Be Money  
01:35:26 – Why Bitcoin Wins  
01:38:16 – The Path to Remonetisation    
01:46:43 – How Close He Got to Bitcoin 
01:50:00 – Final Thoughts

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Suella Braverman served as Home Secretary in the UK's last Conservative government and was sacked for telling the truth.

In this interview, we talk about:
– Immigration, mass migration & legal loopholes
– Grooming gangs, trans ideology & moral cowardice 
– Why she was forced out of cabinet
– Why Rishi Sunak was the worst Prime Minister ever
– The betrayal of British values by the police & media
– Reform UK, Farage & the end of the Conservative Party

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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 – Introduction  
00:01:36 – Hostage Government & Militant Unions  
00:04:41 – Thatcher, Scargill & Strikes in the 80s  
00:07:42 – Do Unions Still Have a Role?  
00:09:04 – Immigration, Economy & Lawlessness  
00:12:28 – Politicians, Not the System, Failed  
00:14:04 – Too Conservative for the Conservative Party?  
00:17:34 – Trans Ideology, Grooming Gangs & Political Cowardice  
00:21:00 – CCHQ, Messaging & the Politics of Optics    
00:27:32 – Legal Migration Crisis   
00:35:49 – The Police Betrayed the Public  
00:38:10 – Rishi Was Our Worst PM Ever  
00:41:08 – "Nice Doesn't Fix a Country"    
00:44:00 – Should We Leave the ECHR?    
00:45:50 – Reform UK   
00:50:20 – The Tories Have Lost Their Soul   
00:54:48 – We Need a New Kind of Thatcherism   
01:01:26 – Starmer's Fragile Coalition   
01:05:20 – Why Silence Is the Enemy of Justice   
01:07:45 – "I Do Worry for This Country"   
01:16:37 – Her Parents' Gratitude for Britain  
01:18:17 – Final Words

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Thomas Hogg is an entrepreneur, author, and business leader with a wealth of experience in building companies from the ground up.

Thomas Hogg reveals how complex tax codes and government inefficiencies harm small businesses and taxpayers. From urban design and healthcare reform to creating walkable cities, Thomas shares solutions for improving public policy and building a stronger economy. Discover the unexpected links between urban planning, public health, and economic growth. Learn how policy decisions shape our daily lives and explore practical ways to foster innovation and fairness.

Michael Dunworth is an Australian entrepreneur was one of the co-founders of Wyre, a Bitcoin payments and infrastructure provider established in 2013.

In this episode we discuss the societal challenges of our times: mental health, the economic burden of modern life, and the revolutionary role of Bitcoin. From Australia's housing crisis to the psychology of dopamine-driven tech addiction, this conversation explores the realities of capitalism, critical thinking, and purpose. Learn how millennials and Gen Z are navigating a broken system and why Bitcoin is the antidote to financial lies.

Steve Baker is a former Conservative Member of Parliament (MP) for Wycombe, serving from 2010 until 2024.

In this episode, we discuss pressing economic and political issues such as the challenges of government debt, inflation, and the often overlooked consequences of central bank policies. With a focus on the impact of taxation and government spending on individual freedoms and economic productivity. We also discuss the structural inefficiencies in politics and examine the growing disconnect between politicians and economic realities.

Reflecting on his experience in Parliament, Steve emphasises the need for public education on economic fundamentals, a paradigm shift in policy-making, and personal financial resilience, exploring how Bitcoin and free-market principles could offer solutions to a system he believes is deeply flawed.

Dr. Tarik Sammour is a colorectal surgeon specialising in advanced bowel cancer and has worked across various healthcare systems, including in Australia, New Zealand, and the US.

In this episode, we explore the complexities of modern healthcare systems and the impact of healthcare inflation on patient outcomes and accessibility. We get into the differences between public and private healthcare models, discussing the benefits and drawbacks of hybrid systems and the unique challenges of funding healthcare sustainably. Tarik shares his experiences with administrative burdens, rising costs, and the ethical dilemmas posed by pharmaceutical influence. We also discuss the broader societal issues, from obesity trends to the role of sound money, and the potential for a more balanced approach to healthcare.

Joseph Robertson is a political commentator and advocate focused on free-market economics and personal sovereignty.

In this episode, we discuss the shifting political landscape in the UK, examining the impact of recent budgets on various social classes and the ideological shift from conservatism to socialism. Joseph and I explore the role of debt, inflation, and economic illiteracy among voters in shaping current policies, as well as the influence of career politicians who lack real-world experience. We also discuss the potential for Bitcoin as a hedge against financial overreach and the implications of regulation on self-sovereignty.

Peter St Onge is an Economist at the Heritage Foundation and a Fellow at the Mises Institute.

In this episode, we discuss the challenges posed by government overreach, and the intricacies of the bureaucracy-politician dynamic. We get into how historical developments have influenced current political structures and the role of debt and its impact on economic growth. Peter also shares his thoughts on the possibility of reforming the current system, from central banking to taxation, and the path to a more efficient government.

Mike Brock is a political commentator, writer, and former executive.

In this episode, we explore the dynamics of power politics versus distributive politics, the transformation of the Republican Party under Trump, and the struggle to uphold liberal values in a rapidly changing political climate. We dive into the role of economic incentives in shaping political actions, examine government corruption, and analyze the escalating U.S.-China economic rivalry. Additionally, we discuss how media influences public perception and why Mike sees the centre-left as perhaps the last hope for sustaining capitalism.