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The Scranton Story: Where Wealth Comes From and What Happens to It | Myth of the Robber Barrons Part V
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04/30/20 • 23 min
In the previous episode, we discovered how the Scrantons and friends founded one of America’s largest cities in the middle of the wilderness in Northeast Pennsylvania, and were able to apply ambition, determination, and hard work to expand wealth and opportunities for all Americans living in that area. However, what are the keys to on-going success? Does being born into a family of wealth guarantee continued success or is there more to be said about entrepreneurial spirit and liberties provided by free enterprise?
This episode is based on Chapter 3 of Dr. Burt Folsom’s book, The Myth of the Robber Barons. If you want to learn more about his topic and follow along with Burt, you can grab a copy of the book on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Robber-Barons-Business-America/dp/0963020315/youngamericsfoun
Learn more about YAF at www.yaf.org
Russia, Communism, and Textbook Bias
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08/20/20 • 28 min
An entire generation has been misinformed about communism and Russia. Communist countries have always been ruthless dictatorships, yet surveys show that about 1/3 to 1/2 of Millennials sympathize with socialism and sometimes even communism.
In this episode, Burt breaks down the callous and seemingly deliberate errors made by mainstream textbooks like The American Pageant and by Howard Zinn's A People's History of the United States so that listeners will be able to defend the US and the ideas that make it a beacon of hope and prosperity around the globe.
Learn more about YAF at www.yaf.org.
WW2, FDR, and Textbook Bias
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08/13/20 • 29 min
Popular textbooks used by many American history classes often make tragic errors and important omissions when discussing President FDR's record during World War II. For example, did you know Roosevelt was warned by the Commander of the US Pacific Fleet in Pearl Harbor that the Japanese had the potential to attack? Or that Roosevelt was largely responsible for the internment of loyal Japanese-Americans? What about Roosevelt's attempts to appoint a member of the KKK to the Supreme Court? This episode dives into these critical instances in American history.
This episode is based on Dr. Burt Folsom’s book, FDR Goes to War: How Expanded Executive Power, Spiraling National Debt, and Restricted Civil Liberties Shaped Wartime America.
Learn more about YAF at www.yaf.org.
08/06/20 • 27 min
Do you think FDR was a great president, a good president, or a dreadful president? Most historians insist FDR was a great president, but the evidence suggests he was actually a dreadful president. In this episode, Dr. Folsom explains why.
This episode is based on Dr. Burt Folsom’s book, New Deal or Raw Deal?: How FDR's Economic Legacy Has Damaged America.
Learn more about YAF at www.yaf.org.
Did FDR Buy the 1936 Election? | New Deal or Raw Deal Part V
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07/30/20 • 27 min
We often hear how FDR was one of the most successful presidents in American history and his presidential win in 1936 is often used as evidence to support this argument. No president prior to Roosevelt had ever won a partisan election by such large margins. But in this episode, Burt explains exactly why Roosevelt was able to secure his victory. Hint: it has nothing to do with the success of his New Deal policies.
This episode is based on Dr. Burt Folsom’s book, New Deal or Raw Deal?: How FDR's Economic Legacy Has Damaged America.
Learn more about YAF at www.yaf.org.
What Historians Won't Tell You About FDR's Welfare Programs | New Deal or Raw Deal Part IV
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07/23/20 • 25 min
During the Great Depression, unemployment hit 25% under Presidents Hoover and Roosevelt. In 1932, Congress passed the first federal welfare program in American history. For many historians, such federal spending was not only justified, but it was a wonderful use of tax-payer dollars. But there is much more to the federal welfare story.
In today’s episode, Dr. Folsom will reveal what historians don’t tell you about America’s first welfare system.
This episode is based on Dr. Burt Folsom’s book, New Deal or Raw Deal?: How FDR's Economic Legacy Has Damaged America.
Learn more about YAF at www.yaf.org.
07/16/20 • 24 min
The New Deal was designed by FDR to create programs to reduce the unemployment rate during the Great Depression. Although it was sold to Americans as a well-intentioned effort to curb the depression, the New Deal programs such as the AAA and the NRA only provided avenues for corruption and exacerbated the misery for all Americans. For every problem the programs sought out to solve, two or more problems popped up along the way.
This episode is based on Dr. Burt Folsom’s book, New Deal or Raw Deal?: How FDR's Economic Legacy Has Damaged America.
Learn more about YAF at www.yaf.org.
07/09/20 • 24 min
A lot of history books credit President Franklin D. Roosevelt for leading the US out of the Great Depression. But is this correct? In this episode, Burt shines the light on the New Deal policies, and what we actually find is a grab for power but not a gain for the American economy or the American people.
This episode is based on Dr. Burt Folsom’s book, New Deal or Raw Deal?: How FDR's Economic Legacy Has Damaged America.
Learn more about YAF at www.yaf.org.
07/02/20 • 20 min
The Great Depression is universally considered one of the darkest times in modern history, but what actually caused this global economic downslide? In this episode, Burt details the four main causes of the Great Depression, and helps listeners understand how the actions of President Franklin D. Roosevelt dramatically changed the role of government in the lives of Americans forever.
This episode is based off of Dr. Burt Folsom’s book, New Deal or Raw Deal?: How FDR's Economic Legacy Has Damaged America.
Learn more about YAF at www.yaf.org
Andrew Mellon had a profound impact on the growth of the American economy during the 1920’s. His successful advocacy for lower taxes brought about many life-changing inventions that are taken for granted today. For this episode, Burt is joined by special guest, Anita Folsom.
This episode is based on Chapter 6 of Dr. Burt Folsom’s book, The Myth of the Robber Barons. If you want to learn more about his topic and follow along with Burt, you can grab a copy of the book on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Robber-Barons-Business-America/dp/0963020315/youngamericsfoun
Learn more about YAF at www.yaf.org
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How many episodes does Books with Burt have?
Books with Burt currently has 21 episodes available.
What topics does Books with Burt cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts and History.
What is the most popular episode on Books with Burt?
The episode title 'WW2, FDR, and Textbook Bias' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Books with Burt?
The average episode length on Books with Burt is 23 minutes.
How often are episodes of Books with Burt released?
Episodes of Books with Burt are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Books with Burt?
The first episode of Books with Burt was released on Mar 30, 2020.
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