Bob Murphy

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Primal Blueprint Podcast

I discuss my new book (co-authored with ER doctor) here. To order the book, go here.

Intelligently Designed Society

There are Christians who are scientists (I don’t want to use the term “Christian scientists” since it might confuse readers). They think that the wonder, detail, and beauty of nature in their narrow area of study provides yet even more evidence–as if more were needed!–that there is a loving God who created it all. You’re […]

Contra? Positive!

(A little logic joke there for ya…) ==> Tom and I have another episode of Contra Krugman out! ==> Here’s Scott Alexander “contra Caplan” taking on Caplan’s analysis of mental illness. Incidentally, this was a great post to make me think how economists take certain things for granted when analyzing a situation. (HT2 Tyler Cowen)

Combining the Wisdom of Mises and Yogi Berra

In my latest FEE article on profit. The money excerpt: Now here’s the important element: notice that although the high market price of gold keeps it from being wasted in over-the-top apartment decoration, there are lines of production that can profitably use gold. For example, jewelers who sell necklaces can do a similar calculation and […]

Denmark Central Bank Bask

Does anyone feel confident in sending me the data (or showing me where to get it) for the total assets held by Denmark’s central bank, by year? I think I did it on my own, but I’d like a second opinion since I’m dealing with a foreign entity.

The Primal Prescription

I have to run to a seminar right now–I have a job, folks–but here is Tom gushing about my new book, co-authored with ER doctor Doug McGuff. If you want the book, go ahead and click the Amazon link from Tom’s page for now. Later I’ll do a better post here.

Potpourri

==> Tyler Cowen links to this funny story. They should print up EIN buttons. (Exorcise Inflation Now) ==> Peter Schiff on the death of his father, Irwin. ==> I call a blogging foul on Scott Sumner. Ray Lopez applauds me. (I promise I’m not Ray.)

Science Shows the Majesty (and Easter Eggs) of God

(I’m using that term in its colloquial sense.) My Bible study partner sent me this video. There are some surprises near the end, but I don’t want to spoil them. If you are a believer I think you will really enjoy this. If you’re really an avid Free Advice fan, you might notice how this […]