PRESS CLUB C Podcast with Ray Keating

CEOs of top technology companies were recently hauled before Congress, albeit remotely. The purpose? Well, for all of the importance attributed to this hearing, in the end, it was just another excuse for political posturing and grandstanding. Go figure. Tune in to Ray Keating’s Free Enterprise in Three Minutes Podcast. Below is the summer reading list with links to the Kindle editions (on sale!) a...

After a recent visit to the campus of the University of Notre Dame, Ray started reflecting on why certain places hold meaning for individuals. So, Ray rambles on in this episode about a sense of place, why we might feel it (perhaps, at first glance, inexplicably), and his top 10 spots that give him a sense of place. Below is the summer reading list with links to the Kindle editions (on sale!) and...

Ray Keating argues that the new name for the Washington Redskins should be the Washington Americans. He highlights two major league sports teams that previously carried the name, or something very close, and sums up why going to Washington Americans should be a no-brainer. Read Keating’s column in renaming the Redskins the Washington Americans. Below is the full Pastor Stephen Grant summer reading...

Ray interviews Dr. Samuel Gregg, author of Reason, Faith, and the Struggle for Western Civilization and research director at the Acton Institute. Gregg’s book is a vital read for anyone concerned about Western Civilization, and looking to understand the relationship between faith and reason. Fortunately, Dr. Gregg shares some of his insights with Ray in this conversation. Put Dr. Samuel Gregg’s bo...

Ray loves summer reading and summer writing. In this episode, he talks about writing his novels, and the three goals or objectives that govern what he tries to accomplish in his thrillers and mysteries. Below is the summer reading list with links to the Kindle editions (on sale!) and paperbacks at Amazon. All signed books are at www.raykeatingonline.com. Kindle edition of THE TRAITOR for only $2.9...

Ray Keating interviews Father Robert Sirico, co-founder of the Acton Institute, and a leading voice for traditional morality, Christianity, and free markets. The work of Father Sirico and Acton, including Acton University, arguably is more critical now than ever since the institute was founded in 1990. Join Ray and Father Sirico for an illuminating conversation about markets and morality. Get Fath...

It’s time for a quick baseball rant. While laying out the positives and negatives of the announced return of baseball, Ray winds up ranting about, as is normal, the DH, but goes on to note that there’s something even worse included in the upcoming, shortened 2020 baseball season. Worse than the DH? Absolutely. Please take a look at all of Keating’s Pastor Stephen Grant thrillers and mysteries, whi...

If you think economics is boring or uninteresting, then you really need to listen to economist Peter Boettke in this fascinating conversation with Ray Keating. Boettke has written a wonderful book – The Four Pillars of Economic Understanding – (among others) and has dedicated his career to teaching and getting people jazzed about economics. This is a great introduction or refresher on how to think...

Ray goes on a rant defending the pharmaceutical industry against “stupid” attacks by politicians seeking to impose price controls. Ray argues that if you want new and improved medicines, vaccines, etc., then don’t buy into what politicians are selling when it comes to attacks on drug companies. Also, Keating notes why “Big Pharma” is a political phrase that has little to do with the entrepreneuria...

Ray works through some controversial issues in this episode. He wonders why people don’t get it on immigration, notes some deeply distressing tidbits from John Bolton’s forthcoming book, and makes clear that we better see baseball soon. Miss baseball? Read Ray Keating Murderer’s Row: A Pastor Stephen Grant Novel. Paperbacks and Kindle edition at Amazon.com, and signed books at RayKeatingOnline.com...

As an economist and political commentator, Ray Keating has long been sick and tired of labor unions – especially government unions – and the ills they generate. Perhaps now lots of other people are as well. Problems in baseball, and more serious troubles regarding education and policing can be tracked to, in part, the actions of labor unions. Keating applies some Economics 101 and Politics 101 to...

Al Hintz, amateur Civil War historian extraordinaire and all-around history buff, joins Ray to discuss the History Channel’s “Grant” documentary, and other aspects of and views on the life and times of Ulysses S. Grant. Tune in to Al and Ray having an enjoyable conversation about the man who led the Union Army during the Civil War, went on to lead the nation as president, and deserves to be recogn...

If you’re thinking about diving into the entrepreneurial waters, you need to listen to the conversation Ray has with Chris Ullman. Based on his own experience as an entrepreneur and his expertise in advising business executives, Chris offers great insights on a wide array of topics central to becoming and working as an entrepreneur. And by the way, Chris makes clear that entrepreneurship is not li...

Ray Keating looks at problems with government violating basic freedoms – ranging from the grave and extreme example of the Chinese communist totalitarian regime to a populist attack on free speech at home. Indeed, Keating is explicit is noting that President Trump’s executive order targeted at social media and other online companies has nothing to do with conservatism. Read Keating’s recent pieces...

Ray Keating goes full nerd in this episode, mainly focusing on how online streaming services are fulfilling many of his nerd dreams pertaining to DC comics and movies – the Snyder Justice League cut! – Marvel comics, movies and shows, Star Wars, Star Trek, film stuff, and yes, Chuck. Join Ray, and embrace your inner nerd. Business and career lessons from nerds via “Chuck” vs. the Business World: B...

Ray Keating finds himself having to remind people that socialism doesn’t work; that the lesson for conservatives is not to back away from Reagan; and that just because you agree with some points made in a column doesn’t mean that it necessarily was a well-written column. Order Ray Keating’s new book Behind Enemy Lines: Conservative Communiques from Left-Wing New York – signed books or at Amazon. R...

Make no mistake, the deep thinking in this episode is being done by Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller, while Ray is kind of along for the ride and enjoying every second. Pastor Wolfmueller talks about Christianity (especially Lutheranism), the use of the Internet as a tool for the Church, Christian joy, martyrdom, American Christianity, his books and YouTube channel, and more! And yes, he also plays “Tell...

Need some positive stuff right now? Ray did, so he turned to Lou Mongello for an interview about entrepreneurship, opportunity and more, including Disney! Lou and Ray talk about assorted aspects of becoming and being an entrepreneur in tough times and beyond. It’s a positive chat largely focused on opportunity. For good measure, Lou and Ray have a bit too much fun talking about Disney, and playing...

Ray Keating has the good fortune to interview Chris Lucas, and they talk about several interesting topics, including the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on The Walt Disney Company, including Chris’s outlook on the theme parks, movies, Disney+, ESPN and more. Chris offers a reasoned, well-informed assessment of how Disney is handling matters and is likely to do so in coming months. Chris also discuss...

Ray Keating once again upgrades the podcast with a great guest. Thom Brennaman, Cincinnati Reds play-by-play TV announcer and play-by-play announcer for the NFL on FOX, is that special guest. Thom and Ray talk about Brennaman’s broadcast experience and some of his fellow Reds announcers; the NFL’s noteworthy accomplishments with this year’s draft; NASCAR getting out front on re-opening among major...

Ray Keating gets a bit cranky in this episode of the PRESS CLUB C Podcast. He kicks off complaining about yardwork, and the lack of pro sports during the shutdown. But he gets hopeful with talk about NASCAR returning to the track, the NHL looking at ways to hit the ice, and most importantly, rumors about the return of baseball. But he ends up cranky again as he criticizes an article from CBS Sport...

Ray Keating tries to bring some respectability to the PRESS CLUB C Podcast with a guest – and a pastor no less! Ray interviews Pastor Tyrel Bramwell, who, in addition to being a parish pastor and author, hosts a fascinating daily video program called “Alone Together: A 15-Minute Isolation Conversation,” in which he interviews pastors across the nation. Pastor Bramwell and Ray talk about the purpos...

Ray Keating is on a roll in this second episode. First, he wants to know why voting according to your conscience is considered a bad thing? He also gets his sci-fi nerd on with Star Wars and Picard. Keating is annoyed by coronavirus politics, but he also is enjoying the NFL Draft, including what the Jets, Packers and Vikings did in the first round. Still More Star Wars on Disney+6 Big Reasons to L...

What the heck is PRESS CLUB C? Ray Keating explains, while also talking self-indulgently about himself and his interests. But he eventually puts aside the navel-gazing, and gets around to talking about some topics. Keating explains what conservatism is, or should be, and reflects upon some key points regarding the coronavirus economy. And then as a sports-starved fan, Ray gets downright emotional...

In this episode, Ray Keating talks about one of his newest ventures as an author-entrepreneur, i.e., starting up and running DisneyBizJournal.com. Keating explains why writing about The Walt Disney Company and its entertainment business made sense for him, and along the way, provides some thoughts for others to consider on their own author-entrepreneur journey. Please check out www. DisneyBizJourn...