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Season 1 Episode 4: From Cradle to Grave

The notion of a welfare state is rooted in the flawed idea that utilizing others' funds can positively impact society, yet this strategy frequently falls short due to individuals' lack of accountability and resource management when not their own.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Power of the Market

1. The Power of the Market

Aired: Mar 3, 1980

The next episode explores how Adam Smith's groundbreaking work, "Wealth of Na...

Episode 2 The Tyranny of Control

2. The Tyranny of Control

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The upcoming episode delves into the consequences of government dominance in ...

Episode 3 Anatomy of a Crisis

3. Anatomy of a Crisis

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The next episode examines the widespread misconception that the Great Depress...

Episode 4 From Cradle to Grave

4. From Cradle to Grave

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The notion of a welfare state is rooted in the flawed idea that utilizing oth...

Episode 5 Created Equal

5. Created Equal

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The concept of "all men are created equal" in the Declaration of Independence...

Episode 6 What's Wrong with our Schools

6. What's Wrong with our Schools

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The United States has a legacy of trusting parents to guide their children's ...

Episode 7 Who Protects the Consumer?

7. Who Protects the Consumer?

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Next episode, a scathing critique of regulatory bodies is revealed, exposing ...

Episode 8 Who Protects the Worker?

8. Who Protects the Worker?

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The next episode explores the potential consequences of unions and government...

Episode 9 How to Cure Inflation

9. How to Cure Inflation

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The next episode delves into the devastating effects of unbridled monetary ex...

Episode 10 How to Stay Free

10. How to Stay Free

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The United States has defied expectations by maintaining democratic stability...

Info about Free to Choose

Seasons: 2

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary