Jim O'Shaughnessy is a superstar investor and venture capitalist who heads up O'Shaughnessy Ventures and hosts the popular Infinite Loops podcast. He's also the coauthor of the excellent new collection Two Thoughts, which pulls together provocative quotes from figures ranging from Sam Adams to Ludwig Von Mises to Frank Zappa.

O'Shaughnessy chats with Reason's Nick Gillespie about the power of free minds and free markets to improve the world, why societies thrive or perish, and how to build a better "bullshit detector" in an age of information overload. And they discuss what went wrong during Joe Biden's presidency, especially related to COVID and AI policy, and what might go right under Donald Trump's second term, especially if special interests are kept at bay.

1:17— Two Thoughts: A Timeless Collection of Infinite Wisdom
6:30— We're living through 'The great reshuffle'
8:53— Thinkers vs. Provers: Don't reach conclusions too quickly
13:43— Big plans fail better
25:58— Live your life, not just perform it
32:22— Using AI to stress test arguments
40:00— Bernays' rebranding of propaganda as identity
41:25— Free markets deliver through persuasion
44:59— Regulatory capture and crony capitalism
54:36— O'Shaughnessy's podcast Infinite Loops
1:12:12— Biden's economic legacy
1:17:35— Trump could possibly be better for innovation
1:20:24— How to curb rent-seeking from billionaires

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In the 6th installment of Expanded Thoughts, the team introduces our first REAL special guest. Dwayne is popularly known as the father of the late XXXTENTACION, while others may know him as an entrepreneur and philosopher. Some topics covered in this episode include the legacy of XXXTENTACION, Cleopatra and how the public perceives her, Dwayne’s first day being incarcerated, and conspiracy theories such as aliens. This episode is easily one for the books and has great motivation! Hosts include Lock, Cade, and Ninja.

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Hey guys, my new song is about the mystique and intrigue surrounding Area 51. I've always been fascinated by the conspiracy theories and government secrecy surrounding this mysterious base. The song explores the idea of hidden truths and the public's fascination with the unknown, particularly when it comes to extraterrestrial life. I've tried to capture the sense of mystery and suspense that surrounds this enigmatic place, and I hope you guys enjoy it.


LYRICS: 

[Verse 1]
In the heart of Nevada, where secrets reside
A mysterious base, shrouded, side by side
With whispers of the unknown, and tales untold
Area 51, a name that echoes, cold 

[Chorus]
What lies within the shadows, hidden from the sun
The truth is locked away, forever undone
Alien whispers, government lies
Area 51, a secret that denies 

[Verse 2]
The government denies, any truth revealed
But the world suspects, a story unsealed
Of extraterrestrial life, and technology beyond
The base's true purpose, a mystery that's strong 

[Chorus]
What lies within the shadows, hidden from the sun
The truth is locked away, forever undone
Alien whispers, government lies
Area 51, a secret that denies 

[Bridge]
In the darkness of the night, the stars align
A celestial conspiracy, a truth that's divine
The base's secrets, a weight that's hard to bear
A mystery that's haunting, beyond compare 

[Chorus]
What lies within the shadows, hidden from the sun
The truth is locked away, forever undone
Alien whispers, government lies
Area 51, a secret that denies 

[Outro]
The truth remains, a mystery to share
Area 51, a secret that's hard to bear
The shadows hide, the truth from sight
A secret base, in the dark of night.


Shadow Base

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This episode investigates the 1983 disappearance of Emanuela Orlandi, a 15-year-old Vatican citizen who vanished in Rome. It outlines the mysterious circumstances of her last known movements and explores major theories involving the Vatican, the mafia, and intelligence agencies. 

The Case of Emanuela Orlandi: What Really Happened? Ep. 1

This week we walk Psychdelics, DMT and Machine Elves with Paul Sinclair!

The Enigma Hour - Episode 73 - Paul Sinclair - Psychedelics, DMT, and Machien Elves!

Today's guest is University of Texas historian John Lisle, author of the chilling and brilliantly researched Project Mind Control: Sidney Gottlieb, the CIA, and the Tragedy of MKULTRA.

Despite official attempts to destroy records of the CIA's LSD-fueled search for mind control in the 1950s and '60s, the truth has been dribbling out, especially in recent books and documentaries such as Steven Kinzer's Poisoner in Chief and Errol Morris' Wormwood.

Lisle's work draws on previously unknown depositions and documents to deliver the most definitive—and disturbing—account yet. He discusses the twisted logic of Cold War secrecy, the bizarre figures behind and victims of America's darkest experiments, and what MKUltra reveals about the dangers of unchecked power in a democracy.

And this might be the most important thing: He and Nick Gillespie talk about why conspiracy theories thrive in the absence of transparency—and how to preserve skepticism without surrendering to paranoia.

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How a Government Mind Control Experiment Backfired

This week, editors Peter Suderman, Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and Matt Welch examine what, if anything, the Jeffrey Epstein saga reveals about the MAGA movement and its ties to conspiracy culture. They debate whether the scandal could derail President Donald Trump's agenda or simply reinforce the need for more government transparency. The editors also weigh in on Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's explosive allegations that former President Barack Obama and his administration engaged in a "treasonous conspiracy" to discredit Trump's 2016 victory. Then they turn to the GOP's $9 billion Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) rescission bill and its impact on public broadcasting. Plus, a listener question prompts reflections on how the Roundtable crew really gets along behind the scenes.

00:26—Epstein conspiracies come full circle

06:13—The Epstein files and government transparency

16:52—Trump's made-for-TV administration showing cracks

21:42—Gabbard and the treasonous conspiracy accusations

38:03—Listener question on panelist relationships

45:27—DOGE rescissions and public broadcasting cuts

56:08—The declining influence of institutional media

1:00:28—Weekly cultural recommendations

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What Should Libertarians Make of the Epstein Files?

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Songwriting has been a lifelong passion for me, dating back to elementary school when I first began crafting stories, poems, and eventually lyrics. As a former drummer in various bands, I always relied on others to bring my words to life musically. However, after a long hiatus from drumming, I decided to take the leap and learn to compose music to accompany my lyrics. Through classes and dedication, I've embarked on a new journey, breathing fresh life into old lyrics and penning new ones. You'll find a mix of older and newer works here. Especially for some of the lyrics. 

Music has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. One of my earliest memories is being completely entranced by 'The Little Drummer Boy' as a very young child. There was something about the rhythm and the melody that just captivated me. I must have played it a thousand times, wearing the record out, and from that moment on, I was hooked. I knew I wanted to be a drummer and to create that magic for others. 

But I was too young then, and of course, I couldn't afford a drum set just yet. So, I turned to writing as a way to express myself. As I mentioned above, I started with stories, then poems, and eventually, lyrics. I found that writing was not only a way to tap into my creativity, but also a way to process my emotions and experiences. 

As I grew older, my love for music only deepened. I realized that music has this incredible power to transport us to different times and places, to evoke emotions and memories that we thought were long forgotten. It's a universal language that can bring people together like nothing else can. 

For me, writing lyrics is a cathartic experience. It's a way for me to tap into my emotions, to process the world around me, and to create something that I hope will resonate with others. And when I hear my words come to life in a song, it's truly magical. It's a feeling that never gets old, and it's what keeps me coming back to music time and time again. 

I love many genres of music and artists of many genres. And if you listen to some of my songs, you will find that I like to make songs of different genres as well as mix different genres into each song. One of my all-time favorite bands is Evanescence, and I have made a lot of songs where I have tried my best to emulate that sound. 

Now, I have recently started experimenting with new sounds. I never heard of glitch beats before I took music classes, and now I'm fascinated with the sound, so I have been experimenting with glitch beats recently. 

I hope you enjoy some of my songs. And thanks so much to everyone who has been listening so far. I truly appreciate it. I welcome constructive feedback to help me grow as an artist, and I appreciate your support. ❤️

BTW if you follow me, I will ALWAYS follow back. If I like your music, I will follow you, but if you don't follow me back within a week or so I will probably unfollow. The same goes for when I see someone listening to my music, I WILL follow, however, if they don't follow me back within a week or so, I'll unfollow, because I'd like to even out my follows versus followers numbers. I'm following way more than I'm being followed back. 😢 Hope that makes sense? 😘













New tracks tagged #Conspiracy Theories