From the trusted team behind the Tuttle Twins books, join us as we tackle current events, hot topics, and fun ideas to help your family find clarity in a world full of confusion.
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The Tuttle Twins Podcasts
Podcast of the Rio Grande Foundation that addresses public policy issues facing New Mexico.
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JPR Live Sessions is a series of live in-studio music performances and conversations with artists from many different genres. The series is hosted by JPR Open Air hosts Dave Jackson and Danielle Kelly. Recorded in JPR's Steve Nelson Performance Studio, roughly 600 guests have appeared on the series, ranging from Brandi Carlile, Colin Hay and Rosanne Cash to OK Go, Bela Fleck and Jeff Bridges.
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In July 2020, I did something I vowed as a once-public middle school teacher, that I would NEVER do. I withdrew my remaining four children of six and began homeschooling. My oldest two sons had graduated from public/charter schools and my remaining four had been in public school since Pre-K. I had two children about to finish middle school and head into high school. To say I was terrified was an understatement–even with my experience teaching hundreds of kids a year prior to getting married. ...
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In-depth conversations with top producers and directors in the Animation Industry. Join director / animator Scott Wiser on his journey toward directing his first animated feature film. See the originals at http://youtube.com/scottwiseranimation
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724 Connor Boyak, Author of the Tuttle Twins books - Reaching Youth with the Ideas of Liberty
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44:44On this week's interview Paul talks to Connor Boyak. Connor is founder and president of the Utah-based state think tank Libertas Institute (now the Libertas Network). Though Libertas works on a wide variety of issues Connor is the author of dozens of books and targeted at bringing the ideas of liberty to the next generation. These, particularly the…
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606. What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?
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13:56You're never too young to start thinking about what kind of career you want to have. But how can you make such a difficult decision when you have so many options?
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THROWBACK INTERVIEW with Connor Boyack: Author of the Tuttle Twins
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1:02:07THROWBACK EPISODE: Ever wonder how early education can shape the future thinkers of our society? This episode welcomes Connor Boyack, a prolific author, public speaker, TV show producer, and the founder and president of Libertas Institute, who explores this question with us. Connor shares his inspiring journey from web development to establishing L…
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723 Big Beautiful Bill, Renewable Energy Cost, New Mexico's First Billionaire, Sad Education Story and more
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42:05On this week's Tipping Point NM conversation Paul is on vacation in the Washington, DC area with his family, but Paul and Wally discuss the recent passage of the Big Beautiful Bill and what it really means for New Mexicans. They also discuss the broader policies contained in the bill especially the many conservative policy successes. Of course, env…
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Southern Avenue (the road) is a famous road in Memphis that leads to Soulsville - the home of Stax Records. Southern Avenue (the band) is a family band featuring the sisters Jackson - Tierrinii, Tikyra and Ava along with guitarist Ori Natfally that brings the soul of Memphis to new audiences. The blues-award winning, Grammy nominated band just rele…
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Before humans used social media to share idea, they used pamphlets. And on the road to the revolutionary war, there was no great pamphleteer than Thomas Paine.
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106. Minimalist Homeschooling & Just-In-Time Learning
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37:27Discover how minimalist homeschooling can bring more peace, clarity, and purpose to your family’s education journey. This episode explores the power of just-in-time learning—an approach that emphasizes core skills, real-world readiness, and student-led discovery. Whether you're an unschooler, a new homeschool parent, or rethinking traditional educa…
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722 Daniel Chavez - Candidate for Mayor of Albuquerque
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35:55On this week's interview Paul talks to Albuquerque Mayoral candidate Daniel Chavez. Chavez owns a company that manages parking lots, so Paul and Daniel discuss some of the issues facing that industry. Then they discuss the issues Chavez plans to take on in his campaign including permitting, crime, homelessness, and other critical issues facing the …
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604. What Is The Real Meaning of Independence Day?
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13:03The Fourth of July is almost here! While fireworks and family time is great, it's important to remember the true meaning of the holiday.
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721 Evergreen Headlines, Subsidies for Illegal Immigrant Health Insurance and more
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38:20As the BBB moves through Congress it is worth noting that even Joe Biden thought provider taxes are a scam. Paul and Wally discuss an evergreen headline in New Mexico. And another one! To top it all off New Mexico is looking to add subsidies for illegal immigrants to taxpayer-subsidized ObamaCare policies. What to think of Zohran Mamdami (and his i…
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603. Who Was More Important, John Adams or Sam Adams?
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13:02Two of the most important figures in the Revolutionary War were John Adams and Sam Adams. While the two were cousins, when it came to fighting for liberty, the two had very different styles.
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602. Are We Really Living in "Unprecedented" Times?
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13:49These days, the mainstream media and social media influences like to tell us that we are living through scary and unsafe times that humans have never experienced. Is this true? Or have human history experienced much crazier times than we are today?
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720 Gregg Hull - Candidate for Governor of New Mexico
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47:06On this week's Tipping Point interview Paul sat down with Rio Rancho Mayor and GOP candidate for Gov. In this discussion Paul and Gregg discuss his major accomplishments as mayor and why those and other experiences in business make him qualified to be New Mexico's next governor. Paul and Gregg also discuss some of the top economic and education pol…
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719 New Mexico Economy, A Look Backward at Social Security, Deleting Emails at State, ABQ Mayoral Candidates
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39:46On this week's conversation Paul and Wally discuss Paul's recent article highlighting Arizona's superior policies relative to New Mexico's. Matt Mitchell recently gave a talk on economic freedom in NM. Here are his slides and an interview with Bob Clark of KKOB. Social Security could have been solvent with private accounts full of cash if Congress …
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Rachel and Brittany discuss the importance of a well-rounded education and why you should maintain a healthy curiosity about subjects you don't think are relevant to you. You might be surprised at how your "useless knowledge" comes in handy in life.
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718 Mayling Armijo - Candidate for Mayor of Albuquerque
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43:54On this week's interview Paul sits down with Albuquerque mayoral candidate Mayling Armijo. Armijo has been involved in economic development at various levels of government and has filled out the RGF mayoral candidate survey which highlights her views on economic development. Although new to electoral politics Armijo has plans to bring significant c…
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600. Picking your battles: Is this really worth fighting over?
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12:11Brittany and Rachel discuss how to decide if you should pick a fight with someone over an issue you have with them. Is it important enough to go to war with your brother over how he chews his food? What about the annoying things you do? On the other hand, its important to stand up for what is right. Where do you draw the line?…
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599. Why Should You Learn to "Trust Your Gut?"
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12:26Every individual has gut instincts that help us guide what choices we make in life. How can we learn to know when to follow our gut and when our gut instincts might be holding us back from new experiences?
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717 "No Kings Rally", Route 66 Visitors Center, "Beat The Heat Fiesta" and more
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46:32Paul stopped by the No Kings rally in ABQ on Saturday. He offers a full report. Route 66 visitors center highlights failure of government. We have received a few candidate surveys back. They can be found at ErrorsofEnchantment.com New Mexico (stupidly) joins California lawsuit over EV mandate repeal. RGF "beats the heat" attending "fiesta" in Albuq…
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598. Why should you worry about prison labor and private prisons?
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12:49Rachel goes down the rabbit hole of why prison labor can be so concerning, and its not for the reason you think. Incentives matter, and should we be incentivising incarceration in a free society? When lots of big interests are making lots of money off of prisons and prison labor, what do you think happens to the demand for more prisoners?…
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Now a days, we hear a lot about "settled" science. But is science a fixed truth that never changes? Or is science ongoing quest?
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716 Sarah Smith - Coalition of Conservatives in Action
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40:52On this week's interview Paul talks to Sarah Smith, an activist in Las Cruces, New Mexico, about some of the most important issues facing her area of the State. Sarah came to prominence during the COVID as a leading opponent of MLG's lockdowns. Sarah is involved with Coalition of Conservatives in Action (a Las Cruces grassroots group), New Mexico F…
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JPR Live Session - Adam Gabriel & The Cavaliers
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34:07A rising star in the regional music scene, Adam Gabriel recently won the Ashland Folk Collective curated open mic competition. He and his band, the Cavaliers played at the Craterian Theatre in Medford before embarking on a national tour. Hear some new tunes in this JPR Live Session and learn about his lengthy music career and some upcoming releases…
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715 New Mexico's Kids Count Index Ranking, New Mexicans Spend 6th Most on Health Care, Howie Morales Will Not Run for Governor
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43:33On this week's conversation Paul has an update on the heat rule (plus some more information on exactly who is behind it). Another year, another 50th ranking for NM in the Kids Count index. We discuss what is happening and why New Mexico will improve its outcomes only when voters decide they want better. A bill being considered at City Council would…
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THROWBACK INTERVIEW: Nicole Shiffler on Unschooling
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1:09:39New episodes and a NEW Season coming in July! In the meantime, enjoy this throwback interview with the AMAZING Unschooling Mama and Founder of Empowered Homeschool Club, Nicole Shiffler! Link to hear Caroline Shiffler's song: On Golden Sands by Fragile Beings To Reach Nicole: @nicoleshiffler Nichole's Coaching Program Authors Referred to in this Ep…
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The Miraculous Pencil demonstrates how the world is so interconnected. Trade barriers threaten that connection and our supply chains could suffer. But what if the Trump tariff threats are just a good negotiating tool? Let's unpack what we know so far.
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714 Doug Peterson - Update on Issues Facing Albuquerque and Commercial Real Estate Sector
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44:05On this week's interview Paul sits down with Doug Peterson. Doug is principal of Peterson Properties which is a real estate holding and management company based in Albuquerque. Doug and Paul discuss exploding property tax assessments imposed by Bernalillo County Assessor Damian Lara, the proposed Business Improvement District downtown, and broader …
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595. What Is The Difference Between a Peaceful Protest and Domestic Terrorism?
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713 Tariffs, Another Governor Candidate, Public Financing and more
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47:00A panel of trade judges just unanimously declared the majority of Trump's tariffs illegal. What does this mean? Another candidate has entered the race for Gov. What does it mean? Treasurer of New Mexico's Democratic party abruptly resigns 5 weeks into the job. What's going on? The Food Stamp program (SNAP) is being trimmed in the BBB. New Mexico is…
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Can fairy tales really shape a child's moral compass? Join me as we navigate the enchanting realm of classic fairy tales, inspired by literary giants like Dr. Vigen Guroian and Bruno Bettelheim. We'll unravel the mysteries behind these timeless stories and their profound influence on nurturing a child's moral imagination, contrasting the enduring n…
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712 House Minority Leader, Representative Gail Armstrong - Legislative Session and Challenges
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38:43On this week's interview Paul sits down with New Mexico House Minority Leader Rep. Gail Armstrong. They discuss her rural district and added responsibilities as minority leader. They address the recently-completed legislative session and its challenges. Mostly, Paul and Rep. Armstrong discuss education policy in New Mexico and a recent forum in Alb…
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711 Unspent Capital of $6 billion, NPR Reports on Texans Moving Where???, Corruption in NM and more
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43:49Paul recently sat down with KOAT Channel 7 to discuss New Mexico's $6 billion in unspent capital outlay funds. He discusses why it is an issue and what he believes should be done about it. NPR: left leaning Texans are moving to New Mexico. New Mexico is corrupt, but lack of economic freedom is a primary cause, not the effect. New Mexico's "clean fu…
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Joshua GRADUATED!!! Join us in part 2 as we talk to our first homeschool graduate! Yes, unschoolers can graduate! Yes, they can have great lives! Let's chat with Joshua and get his perspective! I apologize for the audio on this one! I am travelling and the mic was NOT having it! Joshua's Graduation Instagram Reel Sign Up for the School to Homeschoo…
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710 Senator Bill Sharer - Legislative Successes, Proposed Heat Regulations and PNM
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38:26On this week's show Paul talks to Senate Minority Leader Bill Sharer of Farmington. Sen. Sharer has been a long-time conservative stalwart in Santa Fe. They discuss some of the Republican successes of the 2025 legislative session and his new role in leading the GOP Senate. During the second half of the interview they focus on the proposed heat regu…
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709 PNM Sale, Biden's Cancer, Woke Okra and more
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51:12On this week's show Paul and Wally begin by discussing breaking news with the potential sale of PNM. They also discuss former President Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis and the fact that this diagnosis was likely known for some time. Santa Fe Public Schools' budget is a massive $46,000 per student next year: RGF appeared in National Review recently. An…
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103. Homeschool Summer They'll Never Forget | Rest, Joy & Learning in One Magical Season
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38:27Could you create a summer for your homeschooling family that’s both restful and magical? By choosing meaningful activities, embracing cherished traditions, and keeping things simple, you can craft a summer that you’ll look back on with satisfaction. Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter Private Mentoring with Janae: Schedule a Free Discov…
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708 Rep. Randy Pettigrew - A Discussion of Politics and Policy in New Mexico
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42:31On this week's Tipping Point NM interview Paul talks to the legislator who scored the VERY best among all 112 in the Foundation's Freedom Index: Rep. Randy Pettigrew. Pettigrew represents Lea County in the Legislature. He has long been a conservative stalwart in the Legislature. Pettigrew pulls no punches in this frank discussion!…
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594. What Is The Difference Between The Rule of Law and The Rule of Men?
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14:24Why we need rules and why the Constitution is important for the government to follow.
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If you want to be successful in your life, it's important to recognize the importance of ditching your ego.
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707 Pre-K and APS Spending, Vote on California EV Waiver, Impact of Trump Film Tariffs and more
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46:42On this week's conversation Paul and Wally discuss several recent developments relating to New Mexico's political situation. Skyrocketing costs of New Mexico's pre-K places the State at: $13,227 per child. Where are the results? To their credit the media have started to discuss the APS budget using our approach to overall spending. House Republican…
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Happy Mother's Day! Let's set low expectations! Who is with me?! YouTube Short of My Mother's Day 2022 Story about Thomas Edison Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel Private Mentoring with Janae: Schedule a Free Discovery Call Etsy Store: Shop for Homeschooling Swag *Please note that some of the links…
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706 Daniel Higbie - Faith Driven Entreprenuership in NM
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45:54On this week's episode Paul talks to local entrepreneur and businessman (and Hillsdale College graduate) Daniel Higbie. They discuss unique cultural obstacles to entrepreneurship in New Mexico and their historical origins. They also discuss specific efforts that he and other business owners have undertaken in order to change New Mexico and its appr…
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592. What happens when a business goes bankrupt?
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11:16Should failing businesses be bailed out? Here's why not. A lemonade stand story.
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Should justice be the same for everyone? Or is should it be applied differently to different people?
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705 Albuquerque Tax Increase Rejected, Las Cruces Update and more
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42:47Paul was in Las Cruces recently. He gives a brief report about his efforts there and the latest things happening in the City. Paul and Wally also discuss the City's growth potential and economic challenges. Las Cruces is coming after natural gas heating and appliances. Paul recently talked to KOAT TV regarding Gov. MLG's contingency fund and questi…
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101. Can Natural Learning Lead to Big Success? Interview with Trece Davis
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43:23What if you could transform your child's education into a personalized adventure based on their unique interests? Join us as we chat with Treece Davis, a devoted homeschooling mother of eight, who shares her remarkable homeschooling journey of 32 years. Get ready to explore the vibrant world of unit studies, a method Treece has mastered to turn her…
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590. Why Should Health Care Be More Like Restaurants?
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16:18Choice and competition makes every product better. Healthcare is no different. But with the structure of the medical industry today, our choices are increasingly made for us and we're left with what government has approved and what insurance will cover. Are we getting healthier this way?
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704 Latest on New Mexico's Electric Vehicle Situation with Carlos Garcia
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46:54On this week's Tipping Point NM interview Paul sits down with Carlos Garcia of Garcia Automotive for an update on New Mexico's electric vehicle situation. What's the latest with the mandate both at the federal and state levels? Did the Legislature do anything? When do 2026 vehicles (43% of which are supposed to be EV's show up on dealer lots?). Wha…
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