In the seventh episode of our Economics of Flourishing series, Archbridge CEO Gonzalo Schwarz is joined by Dr. Clay Routledge, the institute's Vice President of Research and Director of the Human Flourishing Lab, to discuss individual agency. They talk about the concept of "existential agency" and the need for an outward, action-oriented view of well-being to overcome barriers to human flourishing. They also discuss agency's role in helping people achieve upward mobility by seeking to fulfill their human potential.

In the sixth episode of our Economics of Flourishing series, Archbridge CEO Gonzalo Schwarz is joined by two scholars and a philanthropy practitioner to talk about the importance of social capital for human flourishing. Speaking with Dr. Justin Callais, Dr. Alicia Plemmons, and Elizabeth McGuigan, he delves into the theory of social capital, the latest research, and its effects on social mobility. Other topics include the roles of nonprofit organizations, bottom-up community solutions, economic freedom, and charity regulations on building social capital. They also discuss how these measurements are used in the Archbridge Institute's "Social Mobility in the 50 States" report.

In the fifth episode of our Economics of Flourishing series, Archbridge CEO Gonzalo Schwarz is joined by three experts, Dr. Katharine Stevens, Dr. Preston Cooper, and Dr. Justin Callais, to discuss the importance of education, parent stability, and skills development for human flourishing. From early childhood interventions to the return on investment from colleges and universities, they explore how education relates to social mobility. They also discuss how these measurements are used in the Archbridge Institute's "Social Mobility in the 50 States" report.

In the fourth episode of our Economics of Flourishing series, Archbridge CEO Gonzalo Schwarz is joined by three scholars, Dr. Vincent Geloso, Dr. Justin Callais, and Vittorio Nastasi, to discuss the role of institutions and the rule of law in supporting social mobility. They examine the research linking economic mobility and the rule of law, as well as the impact of criminal justice policies and penalties on the poor. They also discuss how these measurements are used in the Archbridge Institute's "Social Mobility in the 50 States" report.

In the third episode of our Economics of Flourishing series, Archbridge CEO Gonzalo Schwarz is joined by three great economists, Dr. Ufuk Akcigit, Dr. Noah Trudeau, and Dr. Justin Callais, to discuss entrepreneurship and business dynamism. They delve into how entrepreneurship affects social mobility and human flourishing, the current state of business dynamism in the United States, how occupational licensing affects entrepreneurship and mobility, and their latest research projects. They also discuss how these measurements are used in the Archbridge Institute's "Social Mobility in the 50 States" report.

In this episode of the Podcast, Profectus co-editor Justin Callais talks with Corey DeAngelis, author of the new book “The Parent Revolution: Rescuing Your Kids from the Radicals Ruining Our Schools.” They talk about school choice and how the pandemic unleashed a movement for education freedom.

In the second episode of our Economics of Flourishing series, host Gonzalo Schwarz is joined by Justin Callais to discuss the Archbridge Institute's "Social Mobility in the 50 States" report, which ranks all 50 states on their overall environment for upward mobility. They explore the four pillars of social mobility: Entrepreneurship, Rule of Law, Education and Skills Development, and Social Capital. Dr. Callais emphasizes the importance of taking a holistic approach to social mobility and highlights the need for policy solutions as well as individual agency.

In our first episode of the Economics of Flourishing series, Dr. James Heckman and Dr. Ramsus Landersø explore how various elements like markets, family structures, and educational systems contribute to social mobility and human development. They discuss the significant impact of parental engagement and the structure of family life on children's futures. Social mobility rates in Denmark and the United States are also compared, shedding light on the crucial role of parental quality and the process of sorting in educational success. The influence of neighborhood dynamics and housing choices is explored, along with why government programs might fall short in promoting true equality. Join us as we challenge conventional beliefs, advocate for open debates, and emphasize the importance of engaging with diverse viewpoints to foster a more understanding and tolerant society. Dr. Heckman and Dr. Landersø help us gain insights into how we can collectively enhance human flourishing through informed choices and robust community engagement.

In the third and final episode of “True Progress: Polarization,” we look for hope. Our experts share paths forward to leave behind the division and hate separating us. To solve this problem, we must all find ways to keep our social fabric from unraveling.

In the second episode of “True Progress: Polarization,” we continue our exploration of the division affecting all of us. Our experts focus on understanding how polarization impacts our society and its structures. It’s not a pretty picture.

In the premiere episode of “True Progress: Polarization,” we delve into one of the biggest issues dividing Americans and the world today: polarization. Our experts try to define what polarization is and how we can best understand its impact.

Just days before Christmas, Profectus editors Ben Wilterdink, Clay Routledge, and Kali Keller are back for another Profectus Cultural Convo. This time they discuss Clay's latest book Past Forward: How Nostalgia Can Help You Live a More Meaningful Life and make the case for their favorite Christmas movies.

Profectus editors Ben Wilterdink, Clay Routledge, and Kali Keller are back for another Profectus Cultural Convo. This time they focus on the ongoing discussion about the struggles of men, navigating the tricky questions of single-sex spaces, and conclude by discussing some of the best best representations of men in popular culture.

In this episode of the Podcast, Profectus Co-editors Ben Wilterdink and Clay Routledge talk with with Kathryn Wilson. Kathryn is a practicing psychotherapist and has her master's in counseling, psychology, and biblical counseling. Along with her husband, Eamon, Roderick Hare, and Pastor Paul VanderKlay, Kathryn has been one of the regular conversation partners in a series of discussions on the marriage crisis.

Profectus editors Ben Wilterdink, Clay Routledge, and Kali (now) Keller are back for another Profectus Cultural Convo. Joined by Archbridge President and CEO Gonzalo Schwarz, they discuss the American Dream and the recent Archbridge survey on how Americans feel about it, the disconnect between economic and social progress, and touch on the big dilemma of the approaching Barbenheimer weekend.

In this episode of the Podcast, Profectus Co-editors Ben Wilterdink and Clay Routledge talk with Dr. Angela Rachidi. Dr. Rachidi is a senior fellow and the Rowe Scholar in opportunity and mobility studies at the American Enterprise Institute, where she studies poverty and the effects of the federal safety net programs on low-income people in America. Before joining AEI, Dr. Rachidi spent almost a decade researching benefits programs for low-income populations in New York City. She is the author of numerous articles and studies, but today's discussion focuses on her most recent report, The Evidence on Family Affordability.

Debuting a different format, Profectus Magazine editors Ben, Clay, and Kali discuss some recent cultural topics that grabbed their attention. The discussion hits on purpose in America, to the costs and benefits of smartphones, and a close look at the new Tetris movie from Apple TV.

In this episode of the Podcast, Profectus Co-editors Ben Wilterdink and Clay Routledge talk with Ian Rowe. Ian is a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, the co-founder of Vertex Partnership Academies, a network of character-based high schools located in the Bronx, and the co-founder of the National Summer School Initiative. Ian is also the author of Agency, the four-point plan (F.R.E.E.), for all children to overcome the victimhood narrative and discover their pathway to power.

In this episode of the Profectus Podcast, Profectus co-editor Ben Wiltedink and Archbridge President and CEO Gonzalo Schwarz are joined by Michael Gibson, co-founder and general partner of the 1517 Fund and author of Paper Belt On Fire, How Renegade Investors Sparked a Revolt Against the University.

Thank you for listening to this edition of the Profectus Interview. A project of the Archbridge Institute, Profectus Magazine is dedicated to kickstarting a cultural conversation around the key drivers of human flourishing, progress and the barriers that prevent individuals from reaching their full potential. I'm Ben Wilterdink, and for this interview my co-editor, Clay Routledge and I are joined by John Tillman. John is CEO of the American Culture Project and chair of the Illinois Policy Institute, which, under his leadership between 2007 and 2021 became one of the most influential state think tanks in the country. John has founded and chairs numerous other enterprises within the liberty space, such as the Liberty Justice Center, Iron Light, and the Franklin News Foundation.