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Podcast of policy and book forums, Capitol Hill briefings and other events from the Cato Institute<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

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Reforms for a New Era at the Federal Reserve: A Conversation with Eleanor Mueller

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Apr 03, 2026 · 35m
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Congress, the Balance of Payments, and Tariff Reform

<p>In the wake of the February 2026 Supreme Court ruling on the legality of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariffs, the Trump administration has used alternative authorities to …

Mar 27, 2026 · 1h 15m
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The Mattering Instinct: How Our Deepest Longing Drives Us and Divides Us

<p>The universal human drive to matter—to feel our lives hold genuine significance—fuels both our greatest achievements and our deepest divisions. It inspires innovation, care, and cooperation while giving rise to …

Mar 25, 2026 · 1h 4m
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Basel III and Bank Capital Rules: A Conversation with Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle W. Bowman

<p>In June 2025, when stepping into the Federal Reserve Board’s role of vice chair for supervision, Michelle W. Bowman announced a comprehensive review of the bank capital framework. Since that …

Mar 12, 2026 · 46m
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Trump’s Iran Gamble

President Trump has launched a war with Iran, leaving the American public with more questions than answers. Great uncertainty remains around the war’s strategic objectives, the duration of the campaign, …

Mar 11, 2026 · 1h 16m
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Unsung Heroines of the American Revolution: A Collaboration Between Sphere and the Prohuman Foundation

<p>As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, many of us think about the heroic figures who formed the foundation of our democracy. The Prohuman Foundation and …

Mar 05, 2026 · 1h 2m
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Virtual Fireside Chat with Senator Ron Wyden (D‑OR)

<p>Thirty years ago, as part of the 1996 Telecommunications Act, Section 230 became law. The law was the result of a bipartisan effort that saw the potential of the internet …

Feb 27, 2026 · 14m
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Panel 1: Past: Section 230’s origins and early interpretations

<p>Thirty years ago, as part of the 1996 Telecommunications Act, Section 230 became law. The law was the result of a bipartisan effort that saw the potential of the internet …

Feb 27, 2026 · 1h 25m
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Panel 3: Future: Section 230 and emerging content moderation strategies and AI

<p>Thirty years ago, as part of the 1996 Telecommunications Act, Section 230 became law. The law was the result of a bipartisan effort that saw the potential of the internet …

Feb 27, 2026 · 1h 19m
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Panel 2: Present: Current Debates and Challenges Regarding Section 230

<p>Thirty years ago, as part of the 1996 Telecommunications Act, Section 230 became law. The law was the result of a bipartisan effort that saw the potential of the internet …

Feb 27, 2026 · 1h 19m
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Retrench, Defend, Compete: Securing America’s Future Against a Rising China

The debate about US policy toward China hinges on rarely stated judgments about the nature of the challenge. Is China mainly a revisionist or a status quo state? Should the …

Feb 20, 2026 · 1h 30m
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No Compulsion in Religion—No Exceptions: Islamic Arguments for Religious Freedom

<p>The Qur’an famously declares, “There is no compulsion in religion.” Yet, various forms of religious compulsion persist today in parts of the Muslim world, including death penalties for apostates and …

Feb 12, 2026 · 1h 29m
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Liberty, Literature, and Civil Discourse in the Classroom

<p>As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we recall the key principles that form America’s foundation. Of these, the “certain unalienable rights” the Founders declared are …

Jan 23, 2026 · 58m
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Combatting Overcriminalization: From the Shark House to the White House

<p>For centuries, the greatest protection against unjust convictions and punishments was the institution of jury independence, including so-called “jury nullification.” The prosecutions of John Moore and Tanner Mansell illustrate a …

Jan 23, 2026 · 1h 1m
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SHUFFLE Directed by Benjamin Flaherty

<p>Winner of the Grand Prize for Documentary at the 2025 South by Southwest Film Festival,&nbsp;<em>Shuffle</em>&nbsp;is filmmaker Benjamin Flaherty’s powerful exposé of unintended consequences in American health policy. Through intimate portraits …

Dec 17, 2025 · 1h 5m
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Violent Saviors: The West’s Conquest of the Rest

In the name of material progress, the West has sought to develop and frequently exploit the less-developed “rest.” William Easterly will draw from 400&nbsp;years of history—ranging from the conquest of …

Dec 12, 2025 · 1h 32m
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Fiscal Democracy in America: How a Balanced Budget Amendment Can Restore Sound Governance

<p>As America’s debt climbs and the danger of a fiscal crisis grows, is it time to add a constitutional guardrail? In Fiscal Democracy in America, Kurt Couchman proposes a principles-based …

Dec 10, 2025 · 1h 3m
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Fighting for the Freedom to Learn: Examining America’s Centuries-Old School Choice Movement

<p>The school choice movement is often seen as a modern, partisan undermining of a cherished institution: public education.&nbsp;<em>Fighting for the Freedom to Learn</em>&nbsp;shows that the struggle for educational freedom is …

Dec 09, 2025 · 1h 1m
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The Risks of Expanding FDIC Deposit Insurance

<p>Since the 1930s, the federal government has used the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation’s (FDIC) deposit insurance to justify its increased involvement in banking. Now, in the name of supporting community …

Dec 05, 2025 · 51m
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China’s Economy and How It Matters for US Policy

<p>How does China’s economy affect US policy? US policymakers have responded to perceived dangers from China by using industrial policy, export controls, and attempting to reduce supply chain vulnerabilities. Some …

Dec 04, 2025 · 1h 26m
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A Conversation with George White

George White, CEO of The C.M. Paula Company—an Ohio-based holding company with businesses across several industries—recently joined Scott Lincicome to discuss the impact of the Trump administration’s tariffs on several …

Nov 21, 2025 · 32m
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Cato Institute Policy Perspectives 2025 - Luncheon Conversation featuring Dan Henninger

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Nov 20, 2025 · 48m
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