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In search of a peaceful and prosperous society using human nature as a guide. hamannature.substack.com

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46:14

Did they abolish slavery in America? Are you sure?...

Haman Nature ·

2025/01/13

The words "slavery" and "theft" get thrown around a lot these days. But honestly, does slavery still exist in America? How different is our situation today from that of chattel slavery? How similar? 00:00 — Intro. 01:10 — Tyrone wants to know: What's the definition of "slavery"? How about "theft"? Should libertarians still use these words in our messaging? 13:30 — Tyrone introduces a Haman Nature article: "Did they abolish slavery in America? Are you sure? No, seriously... are you sure?" We get to

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10:21

BONUS: Caveman vs Machine Gun | Hn 91

Haman Nature ·

2025/01/11

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit hamannature.substack.comHello! Thank you for being a paid subscriber!On this bonus episode, Tyrone and I continue our discussion of “public goods” to talk about how “national defense” could (and should) be provided by private actors.On this inaugural episode, we get deep into the weeds about the Peter Thiel controversy. Is he a libertarian hero? Is he a secret agent of the Dee…

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109:15

Bob Murphy Crossover: CONSPIRACY Theories | Hn 90

Haman Nature ·

2025/01/09

On this "crossover" episode with economist Bob Murphy, we take a look at a few popular conspiracy theories. Adam and Bob tell you what they think, and why they think it! 00:00 — Intro. Finally, Adam reveals the truth about Abraham Lincoln! 03:11 — What's with the fluoride in the water? 05:24 — What definition should we use for the term "conspiracy theory"? How about "red-pill"? 11:35 — What's up with Jeffrey Epstein? Did he kill himself? Did he run a huge extortion/blackmail scheme based around sex

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43:14

"Public goods" is a term invented by thieves to steal...

Haman Nature ·

2025/01/06

Adam despises the term "public goods" and all the excuses for larceny that derive from that barbaric and manipulative concept. And he's gonna tell you all about it. Enjoy! 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone's mad at Santa, but it might be a ruse... 01:19 — Adam reads the anti public goods article that this episode is based on. What's wrong with positive externalities? 15:12 — A brief tangent to describe eminent domain. Remember the Kelo v. City of New London Connecticut Supreme Court decision? Also, Tyrone gives

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18:59

CONSPIRACY Corner: Peter Thiel | Hn 88

Haman Nature ·

2025/01/04

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit hamannature.substack.comHello! Thank you for being a paid subscriber! Today on this bonus episode, Tyrone and I launch the first episode of our new “subscribers only” segment: Conspiracy Corner!On this inaugural episode, we get deep into the weeds about the Peter Thiel controversy. Is he a libertarian hero? Is he a secret agent of the Deep State? Something completely other? We…

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90:44

The MAGA War Over H1B Visas with Bob Murphy | HN87

Haman Nature ·

2025/01/02

It's another "crossover" episode! Adam Haman and Bob Murphy break down the recent Twitter(X) spat between Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy and other elements of the broad "MAGA" movement about the H1-B visa program and American culture. 00:00 — Intro. Bob's been fighting on Twitter again! 01:49 — Bob breaks down the controversy, then Adam reads Vivek Ramaswamy's provocative X post (linked below) that caused a bit of an uproar. 08:43 — Bob responds to Vivek a bit, but really responds to MAGA's response

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32:46

Criticism & Redemption for the FLAG | Hn 86

Haman Nature ·

2024/12/31

Adam and Tyrone have a few things to say about national flags. Mostly about the US flag, but also about those of other nations. How do you feel about "your" flag? How about others? 00:00 — Intro. After pledging allegiance to something, Tyrone introduces the Haman Nature article (linked below) that this episode is based on, "Some criticism and some redemption for the US flag." 03:00 — Adam begins reading the article. Tyrone starts a discussion about how kids feel about the US flag at an early age

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22:22

Happy Holidays! What is 15x4? Answer: Conformity | Hn 12

Haman Nature ·

2024/12/28

Merry Christmas! For the holidays, we here at Haman Nature want to give you another present! Here's a bonus episode that originally existed only behind the paywall at HamanNature.Substack.com. Enjoy! Book that Adam mentioned, Jonathan Haidt’s The Coddling of the American Mind (with Greg Lukianoff) PS: One more notion occurred to me about this episode. Maybe these “kids” are unintentionally playing a good strategy. If they all guess the wrong answer, how could a professor or administrator or other

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56:28

Happy Holidays! MYTH of the heroic TEACHER | Hn 30

Haman Nature ·

2024/12/26

Merry Christmas! For the holidays, we here at Haman Nature want to give you a present! Here's a bonus episode that originally existed only behind the paywall at HamanNature.Substack.com. Enjoy! Public school expert and amateur movie critic critic Charles Melchin comes on the show to turn the tables on our “Hey hero, your fly is down!” segment by pointing out some disagreements he has with Adam’s comments about The Holdovers, The Breakfast Club, and The Dead Poets Society. Sparks fly. Tales are told

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61:38

Bob Murphy Crossover: Milei VS. Hoppe | Hn 85

Haman Nature ·

2024/12/23

On this "crossover" episode, Adam Haman and Bob Murphy discuss the critical comments that have been exchanged between Javier Milei, president of Argentina, and Hans-Hermann Hoppe, economist and libertarian theorist. 00:00 — Intro. 01:01 — Why must we fight? Adam and Bob give a breakdown of the "dispute" between Hoppe and Milei and some of the history of Milei's rise in Argentina. 14:05 — What are Milei's accomplishments so far? Lower regulations? Lower inflation? Other? 22:05 — Milei has been

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32:49

Smart People Stupid Politics | Hn 84

Haman Nature ·

2024/12/19

Adam and Tyrone grapple with the issue of our day: Why are smart people often so stupid about politics? 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone lost his bone. Poor porcupine. Also, he had a tempestuous Thanksgiving because some of his smartest family members have idiotic and inconsistent opinions about political matters. Turns out it's easier to train (indoctrinate) a smart dog than a dumb one.03:00 — Tyrone introduces the Haman Nature article (linked below) this episode is based on: "Why are smart people so stupid

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33:07

What Darth Vader can teach us about electric vehicles...

Haman Nature ·

2024/12/16

Adam and Tyrone explain the similarities between Darth Vader and the government, specifically those policies related to gas taxes and electric vehicle regulations and fees. 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone breathes funny. 01:00 — Tyrone introduces the article this episode is based on (linked below): "What Darth Vader can teach us about electric vehicles and their hidden fees." The government keeps changing "the deal". 03:47 — Tyrone channels the famous essay "I Pencil...". The production of energy is

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67:07

Bob Murphy Crossover: WOKE Right Fight | Hn 82

Haman Nature ·

2024/12/12

On this "crossover" episode, Adam Haman and Bob Murphy discuss the current "woke right" accusations flying around on social media lately. What does the term mean? Who is guilty of behaving in a woke manner, contrary to their stated beliefs? What's up with James Lindsey? Genius? Idiot? Something in between? Adam and Bob have the answers! 00:00 — Intro. Adam (with his intriguingly raspy voice) introduces the episode. Bob complains of harsh working conditions. Then, Adam's raspy voice is explained

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59:45

TRUMP vs. BRICS. Will the U.S. Dollar Retain World...

Haman Nature ·

2024/12/05

On this "crossover" episode, Adam Haman and Bob Murphy talk about Trump's threatened tariffs on BRICS nations if they try to topple the US dollar's status as the reserve currency of the world. What is it all about? What will happen next? 00:00 — Intro. Adam makes a great joke that he totally stands by.01:30 — Trump's inflammatory tariff/BRICS Tweet is read -- with capitalization choices deciphered. Bob weighs in on what's going on and introduces us to a new term: purchasing power parity.09:47 — Adam

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30:15

Dissecting the GOLDILOCKS Theory of the Universe | Hn 80

Haman Nature ·

2024/12/02

Adam and Tyrone dive deep into metaphysics using a classic children's story as a springboard. Come get philosophical and have some fun! 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone introduces the episode with a pun and an Olivia Newton-John classic. 00:46 — Tyrone introduces the article this episode is based on (linked below): "Goldilocks is a criminal, and there are no dials". Bizarrely, this leads to a discussion of the Goldilocks Principle, cosmological constants, and even the "multiverse". 05:57 — Tyrone gives his own

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60:39

Bob Murphy Crossover: A Libertarian Approach to...

Haman Nature ·

2024/11/30

Adam Haman and Bob Murphy discuss the economics of energy policy from a libertarian perspective and how they might advise the new Trump administration. They also touch on property rights theory and climate change.Energy Study mentioned: https://www.instituteforenergyresearch.org/fossil-fuels/2024-north-american-energy-inventory/ This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hamannature.substack.com/subscribe

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27:10

Top 10 Movie SOUNDTRACKS | Hn 76

Haman Nature ·

2024/11/28

Happy Thanksgiving Hamaniacs!We previously released this episode behind the paywall, but Adam and I had so much fun recording this series of episodes that we simply had to share it with everyone. So in the spirit of the holidays and to express our sincere appreciation to all of our subscribers for your support, please enjoy Part 2 of our Best Movie Soundtracks series where we take a much needed break from politics and "serious" philosophical matters to have some fun.Have a safe and thanks-filled

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24:18

Jordan Peterson is a MISESIAN | Hn 78

Haman Nature ·

2024/11/21

Adam and Tyrone dive deep into human nature as they tie together some things Jordan B. Peterson has said that dovetail with some insights from the great Austrian economist Ludwig von Mises. Enjoy! 00:00 — Intro. Adam comes out as an "unspiked person". So stunning. So brave. 00:51 — Tyrone brings up a recent Haman Nature article (linked below) about Jordan Peterson and remarks that there sure are a lot of religious people interviewed on Hn. What gives? 03:00 — Adam breaks down his article: Sam

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49:56

Election Results | Hn 77

Haman Nature ·

2024/11/18

Adam and Tyrone reflect on the 2024 election. What happened? Why? What does it mean? What comes next? 00:00 — Intro. Tyrone shares a surprising new medical condition caused by the 2024 election results.00:47 — Adam shares some initial thoughts. Where was the expected election fraud? Also, are Nevadans incapable of counting? Why so late with the results?04:53 — Free Ross! Also, Adam trumps the benefits of voting at straight "Nunya" ticket. What were the most surprising results of election night?07:51

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60:11

Bob Murphy Crossover: TARIFFS! TARIFFS! TARIFFS! | Hn 75

Haman Nature ·

2024/11/14

On this "crossover" episode, Adam asks the great Bob Murphy a bunch of questions about tariffs (given that the incoming president has been talking about them). 00:00 — Intro. Who is the Trump guy and why does he love tariffs so much? 01:10 — Trump says he'll replace the IRS with tariffs. Is this feasible? If so, is it desirable? How do we interpret how Trump handled the matter when Joe Rogan asked him about it? What's the difference between an income tax and a consumption tax? 12:20 — Is there any

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