I Think, Therefore I Pod

In this episode of I Think Therefore I Pod , host Osvaldo dives into the complexities of the Second Amendment and its role in modern America. Following up on his previous discussion about crime, Osvaldo explores the historical intent behind the right to bear arms—specifically as a safeguard against the government using a standing army to police its own citizens. Throughout the conversation, Osvald...

Solving America’s Crime Problem — Why Policing Alone Won’t Work Osvaldo explores the roots of America’s crime epidemic — from the Trump administration’s National Guard deployments to the deeper economic and social divides driving criminal behavior. He argues that real progress starts with rebuilding community, increasing opportunity, and rethinking accountability , not just increasing police prese...

Solving the Housing Crisis — Why Rent Control Isn’t Enough Osvaldo explores the roots of America’s housing crisis — from New York’s rent control debates to California’s zoning laws — and argues that real progress starts with increasing housing supply, not just controlling prices. He breaks down how office-to-housing conversions, multi-use construction, and rethinking environmental red tape could m...

In this first full episode, host Osvaldo Cisneros expands on his blog post The American Dream Is Dead and takes a deeper look at today’s housing crisis. He breaks down the math behind wages, home prices, and interest rates—and why buying a home feels nearly impossible for many Americans. Osvaldo also reflects on broader economic cycles, the impact of rising costs beyond housing, and the feelings o...

In this special introductory episode, host Osvaldo Cisneros shares the story behind his passion project, Socratic Speech , and how it grew into I Think, Therefore I Pod . Osvaldo reflects on his early blogging days in college, his background in economics and finance, and his motivation to create a space for open, thoughtful conversations. You’ll hear about the goals of the podcast—alternating betw...

Welcome to I Think, Therefore I Pod — a space for thoughtful dialogue, honest exploration, and unapologetic curiosity. In this short trailer, I introduce the purpose behind the podcast: where it started, what it’s about, and what you can expect in future episodes. Whether we’re unpacking philosophy, analyzing politics, or following the occasional thought spiral, this podcast is about thinking out...