# Taxes and the Rise of the Modern State

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Podcast: [Radio Rothbard](https://stenobird.com/podcast/radio-rothbard-1133651)
Published: 2025-11-07T20:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this lecture from the 2025 Mises Institute Supporters summit, Ryan looks at how the modern state is built on the rapid rise of taxation in recent centuries.   Be sure to follow Radio Rothbard at https://Mises.org/RadioRothbard Radio Rothbard mugs are available at the Mises Store. Get yours at https://Mises.org/RothMug   PROMO CODE: RothPod for 20% off

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