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Episode 29: The Economics of Star Trek (Part 2)

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Episode 29: The Economics of Star Trek (Part 2) Kurt Onstad

Kurt continues his discussion with economy professor Matt Dobra again on the supposedly money-less economy of the Federation from the world of Star Trek.  Discussion includes the Universal Basic Income, interstellar trade, and the Rules of Acquisition.

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Dr. Dobra references this speech during the episode. It’s a nice goal if we can get there.

A more cynical set of rules for living.