Current Role and Business Activities
John Stossel currently leads the Stossel in the Classroom initiative, which provides free educational videos and materials promoting economic literacy and free-market principles Stossel in the Classroom. He remains chairman of Stossel in the Media, a production company that creates television specials, podcasts, and online content centered on entrepreneurship and individual liberty Stossel.com.
The company continues to produce content distributed through platforms such as Fox Business, where Stossel has appeared as a contributor and host of specials like "Stossel in the Wild" and "No, They Can't" Fox Business. The initiative also sells merchandise, licenses its content to schools, and relies on individual donations and corporate sponsorships to fund its operations.
Media Presence and Public Appearances
Stossel regularly publishes opinion columns and video segments on sites including Reason and Fox News, where he discusses topics such as regulation, innovation, and personal responsibility Reason. He has appeared on programs including Tucker Carlson Tonight, The Joe Rogan Experience, and various business news outlets to present free-market perspectives.
His speaking engagements include events hosted by think tanks, universities, and business groups, where he presents data-driven arguments about the benefits of voluntary exchange and limited government Forbes. He also maintains a strong social media presence, using platforms like X and YouTube to distribute clips and interact with audiences interested in economics and policy.
Recent Projects and Advocacy Focus
Recent projects include the continued expansion of the Stossel in the Classroom library, which now contains hundreds of short videos aligned with high school economics and government standards. The organization reports reaching millions of students annually through partnerships with school districts and homeschool networks.
Educational Content and Partnerships
Free Video Library
The classroom initiative offers standards-aligned video lessons that cover topics such as entrepreneurship, trade, and the role of incentives in markets. Teachers can access these resources without cost, and the content is designed to supplement existing curricula in civics and economics courses.
Teacher Outreach
Stossel in the Classroom provides professional development materials and teacher guides to help educators integrate the content into lesson plans. The program emphasizes nonpartisan presentation of economic concepts, focusing on real-world examples and measurable outcomes.
Ongoing Advocacy
Advocacy efforts focus on issues such as occupational licensing reform, school choice, and reducing barriers to entry for small businesses. Stossel uses data from sources including the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Internal Revenue Service to support his arguments about economic freedom and its impact on prosperity.