Rich Dad Radio Show: In-your-face Advice On Investing, Personal Finance, & Starting A Business

In this episode, Robert Kiyosaki, is joined by tax advisor Tom Wheelwright to discuss the often misunderstood relationship between taxes, debt, and capitalism. Together, they unravel how real financial education can help individuals break free from the traditional, often punitive tax systems and gain financial independence.Understanding the Roots of TaxesKiyosaki opens the discussion by referencing the *Communist Manifesto* and the *Capitalist Manifesto*, highlighting how a progressive income tax is key to the development of communism. He challenges the belief that paying taxes is a civic duty, arguing that real patriots should question the modern tax system, which starkly contrasts the values of financial freedom that sparked the Boston Tea Party in 1773.Debt and Taxes: A Capitalist’s PerspectiveA major part of the conversation centers on the intricate relationship between debt and taxes. Kiyosaki explains that understanding this relationship is crucial to mastering financial education. He introduces the con