Moore Money with Steve Moore

Steve Moore explores the intersection of geopolitics and economics, specifically focusing on how the conflict in the Middle East has disrupted global oil supplies and spiked domestic energy costs. Moore emphasizes that despite the United States achieving energy independence through the fracking revolution, gasoline prices remain tied to a global commodity market sensitive to instability in the Straits of Hormuz. Beyond energy, the program serves as a broader defense of free-market capitalism, featuring a discussion with financial expert Rob Arnott that critiques progressive taxation and warns against the migration of wealth from high-tax states like California and New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore interviews commentators John Fund and Tom Del Beccaro to critique the economic decline of "blue states" like New York and California. The discussion highlights a growing "tax disease" characterized by aggressive new levies on wealth, yachts, and luxury goods, which the guests argue perversely results in capital flight and the loss of middle-class jobs. Contrasting the perceived stagnation in the United States with the burgeoning economic confidence in Argentina under Javier Milei, the participants warn that high-tax policies are hollowed out by the departure of billionaires and corporations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore interviews financial expert Rob Arnott to explore the enduring superiority of free-market capitalism over socialist policies. The conversation begins by contrasting the classical wisdom of Adam Smith and Milton Friedman with modern "neo-Keynesian" trends, which the speakers argue lead to unsustainable deficit spending and a bloated government. A central theme of the discussion is the detrimental impact of high taxation, as Arnott explains how aggressive tax rates in states like California and New York trigger an exodus of wealth-creators to more hospitable environments. Shifting toward a global perspective, the duo highlights how private enterprise has historically reduced extreme poverty and improved life expectancy far more effectively than centralized planning. Finally, Arnott offers investment guidance, advising listeners to look past current market volatility and avoid overvalued sectors by betting on a long-term return to economic norms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore interviews former Congressman Bob Livingston to reflect on his legacy as a fiscal conservative and his concerns regarding the current state of American governance. The conversation highlights Livingston’s pivotal role as the Chairman of the Appropriations Committee during the 1990s, crediting his "alligator skinning knife" approach to budget cuts for achieving the last string of balanced federal budgets in U.S. history. Beyond historical achievements, the dialogue shifts toward a sharp critique of "lawfare," a theme explored in Livingston’s new book, Rainbow Chaser, which alleges that the justice system has been weaponized to politically persecute individuals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore discusses a future defined by technological optimism and pro-growth economic policies. The program explores the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence and robotics, framing these advancements as essential tools for national security and massive wealth creation that will allow the United States to outpace global competitors like China. Moore and his guests, including former Chief of Staff Mark Meadows and various economists, emphasize that achieving this "unleashed prosperity" requires reducing regulation, lowering taxes, and maintaining energy independence through expanded domestic production. A central highlight is a preview of a study regarding the trillion-dollar economic value of curing cancer, illustrating the show's core theme that scientific breakthroughs can drastically improve both human longevity and fiscal stability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thomas Philipson discusses a forthcoming study that calculates the immense economic value of eradicating cancer, estimating that eliminating the disease over a thirty-year period would be worth approximately $186 trillion to the American public. The conversation shifts from these staggering figures to the systemic barriers preventing such medical breakthroughs, specifically targeting the lengthy FDA approval process as a primary obstacle to innovation. Philipson argues that the government should focus strictly on regulating drug safety while allowing the private market and medical professionals to determine effectiveness through off-label use and real-world application. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore and NetChoice CEO Steve DelBianco explores the essential role of data centers and artificial intelligence in maintaining American economic leadership and national security. DelBianco demystifies the physical infrastructure of the digital age, describing data centers as billion-dollar "aircraft carriers" that provide massive tax revenue and high-paying jobs to local communities without government subsidies. The conversation addresses public anxiety regarding energy consumption and job displacement, framing the current surge in electricity demand as a natural byproduct of historic economic growth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore and economist Richard Vedder argue that punitive fiscal policies are driving a significant migration of wealth and population from high-tax "blue" states to low-tax alternatives. They contend that the imposition of income and wealth taxes in places like California and Washington destroys economic incentives, whereas states like Florida and Texas flourish by maintaining a competitive tax advantage. The discussion further critiques modern antitrust efforts, specifically the revival of the Robinson-Patman Act, which the speakers claim perversely punishes retailers like Walmart for lowering consumer prices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore discusses the legislative legacy and rigorous work ethic of former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows. The conversation highlights their collaborative efforts in drafting and implementing permanent tax cuts, specifically focusing on the potential for indexing capital gains to inflation to stimulate the housing market and broader economy. Beyond fiscal policy, Meadows offers a personal account of the president’s relentless schedule and leadership style, describing a leader who remains deeply involved in multiple global crises while simultaneously pushing for domestic prosperity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore interviews Senator Kevin Cramer to analyze the immediate aftermath of a coordinated American and Israeli military strike against Iranian defensive and offensive infrastructures. Cramer, a member of the Armed Services Committee, frames the intervention as a necessary response to Iran’s persistent nuclear ambitions and its refusal to engage in peaceful negotiations. The discussion highlights a strategic optimism, suggesting that the mission aims to neutralize missile capabilities and potentially catalyze a regime change supported by the Iranian people and segments of the regular military.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore and guest John Fund critique modern liberal governance by discussing climate change rhetoric, voting integrity, and urban management. They argue that the term "climate change" is used as a convenient, all-encompassing label for any weather event to justify trillion-dollar expenditures that could be better spent on medical research. A significant portion of the conversation advocates for the SAFE Act, asserting that voter ID requirements are supported by a vast majority of Americans despite opposition from Democratic leadership.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore interviews Assistant Secretary David Barker to discuss a conservative overhaul of the American higher education system under the Trump administration. The conversation centers on the "scam" of rising costs, revealing that federal lending has historically functioned like a dog chasing its tail, where increased aid only triggers higher tuition rates. To combat this, Barker highlights new federal loan caps and accountability measures designed to stop funding programs that leave graduates earning less than high school peers. Beyond finances, the duo critiques the proliferation of radical ideologies and celebrates the successful pressure placed on accreditors to eliminate DEI requirements.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore discusses the critical need for healthcare price transparency to dismantle what he describes as a corrupt and "rotten" medical billing system. Featuring guest Cynthia Fisher of Patient Rights Advocate, the conversation highlights how the absence of visible pricing allows hospitals and insurers to profiteer while leaving families vulnerable to financial ruin. Fisher emphasizes that treating healthcare like a competitive free market would empower consumers to shop for services—such as MRIs or surgeries—potentially lowering costs to a fraction of their current rates.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore focuses on a reported American military strike against Iran and its potential for global economic stabilization. Host Steve Moore consults with Senator Kevin Cramer to analyze the strategic success of these surgical strikes, emphasizing the goal of dismantling nuclear capabilities and the hope for a pro-freedom regime change. The program then shifts to domestic policy, featuring an interview with Education official David Barker regarding the crisis of rising tuition and the administration's efforts to eliminate radical ideologies by reforming university accreditation and federal lending. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore discusses as a diverse commentary on the intersection of economics, sports, and constitutional law. Moore begins by celebrating American victories in Olympic hockey before transitioning into a sharp critique of the $16 trillion spent globally on the climate change industrial complex, arguing that these funds represent a historic waste that could have better served humanity through medical research or infrastructure. A significant portion of the program features an interview with constitutional scholar John Yu, who explains the Supreme Court’s decision against unilateral presidential tariffs, emphasizing that the power to tax and regulate commerce belongs fundamentally to Congress.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore engages in a spirited critique of modern urban governance while celebrating the virtues of free-market enterprise. Through a conversation with scholar John Tillman, the dialogue contrasts the perceived incompetence of socialist-leaning politicians in cities like Chicago and New York with the historical success of leaders who embraced individual freedom and capitalism. A significant portion of the discussion focuses on Tillman’s upcoming book and his new initiative, the Hall of Giants, which seeks to honor American entrepreneurs as the true heroes who built the nation.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore and economist EJ Antoni critique contemporary fiscal policy while offering a bullish outlook on technological and private sector growth. The discussion begins with a sharp condemnation of the "climate change industrial complex," which Moore claims has diverted $16 trillion from essential public needs like medical research and education. Antoni clarifies recent GDP data, arguing that while headline growth appeared sluggish, the figures actually mask a healthy private economy bolstered by a significant—and welcome—reduction in federal government spending. The pair concludes by reframing AI as a complement to human labor that will drive a productivity revolution, eventually supporting a transition toward privatized personal accounts as a more lucrative alternative to the traditional Social Security system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore and legal expert John Yoo discuss a landmark Supreme Court ruling that restricted the executive branch's ability to impose universal trade barriers. The conversation highlights the fundamental principle that the Constitution grants Congress the exclusive power to levy taxes and tariffs, a responsibility the court ruled cannot be bypassed using broad national emergency statutes. While the President may exercise delegated authority for specific security threats, the speakers explain that the court rejected the use of "emergency" labels to justify unilateral economic control without explicit legislative permission.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore and guest Jay Jackson, CEO of Abacus Global Management, explore the intersection of financial literacy, longevity, and personal assets. The conversation begins with a critique of global spending priorities before pivoting to the "tragedy" of unutilized life insurance policies, which Jackson identifies as valuable personal property that can be sold for immediate liquidity rather than being allowed to lapse. By utilizing medical profiling and longevity data, Abacus helps seniors understand their "life arc" to better manage retirement costs and avoid the psychological burden of outliving their savings.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Moore delivers a high-energy synthesis of financial optimism, free-market advocacy, and personal anecdotes to argue that the American economy is currently on the "right track." Moore highlights specific indicators of prosperity, such as the Dow reaching 50,000, rising wages, and robust job growth, attributing these successes to deregulation and tax cuts implemented under the Trump administration. Through a detailed interview with financial analyst David Bahnsen, the program explores the moral foundation of capitalism while simultaneously critiquing socialism and government central planning as failed ideologies. Moore and his guests further tackle contemporary political hurdles, emphasizing the necessity of the SAFE Act for election integrity and condemning the influence of teachers' unions on the education system.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices