The Curious Task

Matt Bufton — Are There Libertarians in a Pandemic?

Matt Bufton talks with Alex Aragona about the effects the response to COVID-19 will have on freedom, the proper government response to a pandemic, how lifting certain regulations can help, and more. 

References from Episode 34 with Matt Bufton:

• You can read the Atlantic article referenced in the podcast  here
• You can read more about hand sanitizer regulations being relaxed here
• Check out more information on the Mercatus COVID-19 Innovation Prizes here

Scott Beyer — What is Market Urbanism?

Alex Aragona speaks with Scott Beyer as he explores the basic tenets of market urbanism and the ideas behind market driven solutions to problems in our communities.

References from Episode 33 with Scott Beyer:

• You can check out Scott’s website The Market Urbanism Report here
• You can check out the popular Market Urbanism Report Facebook page here

Jason Sorens — Could Alberta Leave Canada?

Alex Aragona speaks with Jason Sorens as he explores what it takes for a group to secede or gain independence from a state, and whether Alberta could leave Canada.

References from Episode 32 with Jason Sorens:

• You can purchase Jason Sorens’ book on Secessionism on Amazon Canada  here
• You can listen to Jason Sorens’ appearance on the Danielle Smith show in Alberta here

Chris Freiman — Is it Okay to Ignore Politics?

Alex Aragona speaks with Christopher Freiman as he explores why you might be happier, and ultimately contribute more to society, if you choose to ignore politics.

References from Episode 31 with Chris Freiman:

• You can purchase Chris Freiman’s book when it’s out  here
• You can check out the Bleeding Heart Libertarians blog here
• You can purchase Bryan Caplan’s book ‘The Myth of the Rational Voter’ on Amazon Canada here