
Capitalism and Freedom by Milton Friedman
American Classics
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
"Dive into the revolutionary ideas of Milton Friedman with our concise audiobook summary of 'Capitalism and Freedom.' This summary distills the essence of Friedman's groundbreaking work, providing you with the main lessons and principles in a quick, easy listen. All unnecessary information has been stripped away to save you hours of reading time. Whether you're familiar with Friedman's thesis or exploring his work for the first time, this audio offers practical insights you can apply to understand the relationship between economic freedom and political liberty.
Friedman's classic text, first published in 1962, challenges the Keynesian economic consensus of its era, advocating for a minimal government role in the economy to maximize individual freedom. Through chapters that explore the necessity of economic freedom for political freedom, the limited but crucial role of government in a free society, the control of money, international financial and trade arrangements, and more, Friedman makes a compelling case for the free market as the best means to preserve and enhance freedom and prosperity.
Discover why economic freedom is essential for personal autonomy, why government should be limited to certain roles such as law enforcement, property rights protection, and managing money supply, and how policies like school vouchers, floating exchange rates, and a flat tax could lead to greater freedom and equity. Learn about Friedman's stance on hot-button issues like occupational licensure, income distribution, social welfare measures, and the alleviation of poverty through innovative solutions like a negative income tax.
Duration - 31m.
Author - American Classics.
Narrator - Digital Voice Daniel E.
Published Date - Monday, 27 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 American Brand House Inc. ©.
Location:
United States
Networks:
American Classics
Digital Voice Daniel E
American Brand House Inc.
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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. "Dive into the revolutionary ideas of Milton Friedman with our concise audiobook summary of 'Capitalism and Freedom.' This summary distills the essence of Friedman's groundbreaking work, providing you with the main lessons and principles in a quick, easy listen. All unnecessary information has been stripped away to save you hours of reading time. Whether you're familiar with Friedman's thesis or exploring his work for the first time, this audio offers practical insights you can apply to understand the relationship between economic freedom and political liberty. Friedman's classic text, first published in 1962, challenges the Keynesian economic consensus of its era, advocating for a minimal government role in the economy to maximize individual freedom. Through chapters that explore the necessity of economic freedom for political freedom, the limited but crucial role of government in a free society, the control of money, international financial and trade arrangements, and more, Friedman makes a compelling case for the free market as the best means to preserve and enhance freedom and prosperity. Discover why economic freedom is essential for personal autonomy, why government should be limited to certain roles such as law enforcement, property rights protection, and managing money supply, and how policies like school vouchers, floating exchange rates, and a flat tax could lead to greater freedom and equity. Learn about Friedman's stance on hot-button issues like occupational licensure, income distribution, social welfare measures, and the alleviation of poverty through innovative solutions like a negative income tax. Duration - 31m. Author - American Classics. Narrator - Digital Voice Daniel E. Published Date - Monday, 27 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 American Brand House Inc. ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:15
1 Evolution and Challenges of Monetary Standards and the Role of the Federal Reserve
Duration:00:03:12
2 Occupational Licensure: From Medieval Guilds to Modern Regulation
Duration:00:03:21
3 Free Market Alternatives in Medicine and Employment Practices
Duration:00:03:47
4 Managing Technical Monopolies and the Limits of Public Regulation
Duration:00:02:52
5 Neighborhood Effects and the Tension Between Voluntary Exchange and State Intervention
Duration:00:02:42
6 Paternalism, Fiscal Policy, and the Expansion of Government Power
Duration:00:02:52
7 Education Reform: Balancing Segregation, Integration, and School Choice
Duration:00:02:36
8 Rethinking Poverty Alleviation: The Case for a Negative Income Tax
Duration:00:03:12
9 Capitalism, Inheritance, and the Ethics of Income Distribution
Duration:00:03:25
10 Fixed Growth Rules in Monetary Policy Versus Discretionary Authority
Duration:00:02:52
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:26