Free Markets vs. Socialism | Guest: Bob McEwen | Ep 074

Pirate Money Radio features Kevin Freeman, Mike Carter, and former Congressman Bob McEwen breaking down basic economics, contrasting free markets with socialism, and exposing how inflation and taxation reduce freedom. McEwen explains wealth creation through voluntary exchange, the dangers of third-party payments, and why government spending is inherently wasteful compared to first-party purchases. The discussion critiques Modern Monetary Theory, defends sound money with gold as a steady benchmark, and ties America’s prosperity to truth, liberty, and constitutional principles. The show also highlights practical solutions like transactional gold technologies and state-level efforts to restore monetary standards.@PirateMoney