How an animated series became a tool for teaching free market economics
In short: The Tuttle Twins follows twins Ethan and Emily on time-traveling adventures to learn about libertarianism and anti-communism. While the series gained popularity through crowdfunding, it recently entered the international stage when Argentina's government announced plans to use it to promote free market principles to children.
The Tuttle Twins is an American animated series produced by Tuttle Twins Show LLC and distributed by Angel Studios. Based on a book series by Connor Boyack, the show follows 11-year-old Cuban-American twins Ethan and Emily Tuttle. They travel through space and time alongside their grandmother, Gabby, using a modified wheelchair that requires a substance called "knowledge juice" to function. The twins are accompanied by Derek, a raccoon, and a robot named Ro-Burt. Their adventures often involve meeting famous individuals or historical figures.
The series' educational focus centers on libertarianism and anti-communism. This is often illustrated through encounters with historical figures or characters like Karinne Carmichael, an antagonist who views Karl Marx as her idol. The show's production was significantly supported by Angel Studios, which raised $4.6 million through equity crowdfunding to bring the book series to life. The show's main antagonist, Karinne Carmichael, wears a red uniform that references communist flags. Additionally, the series is produced in association with Harmon Brothers.
The series has also become a subject of international political interest. During May 2025, Javier Milei's government declared that Pakapaka, the state-owned channel for children in Argentina, would broadcast the initial two seasons. The move was intended to teach the nation's youth about free market economics for a reported sum of $8,000. However, by July 2025, the series appeared to be missing from Pakapaka's official programming schedule. The series is typically released on YouTube before appearing on the Angel Studios app. This broadcast move was described as an effort to teach youth about free market principles.
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