Cato Podcast

U.S. relations with Pakistan are strained not just by war in neighboring Afghanistan, but also by Pakistan's domestic concerns. Sahar Khan is author of "Double Game: Why Pakistan Supports Militants and Resists U.S. Pressure to Stop." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How is Brexit going? What do British Conservatives think of Donald Trump's broad and punitive tariff hikes? Elizabeth Truss is a British MP and Chief Secretary to the Treasury. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The project of F. A. Hayek had its historical context, and it’s worth exploring. Peter J. Boettke is author of F.A. Hayek: Economics, Political Economy and Social Philosophy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NIFLA Supreme Court case could undo a substantial amount of regulation governing "professional speech" in the coming years. Robert McNamara of the Institute for Justice comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast explores the debate on public assistance and employer responsibility, examines the reservation wage and critiques Bernie Sanders' view on subsidies. It also discusses the potential impacts of a proposed bill to restrict inquiring about welfare receipts on employment and addresses the cost of living and arbitrary threshold in government policies.

How have European countries responded to large inflows of Muslims? What makes America so special when it comes to assimilating people of different backgrounds? Mustafa Akyol comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Impeachment of a President is a substantial power handed to Congress. How has it been used in the past and how should it be used? Gene Healy discusses his new paper on the history and meaning of impeachment.“Indispensable Remedy: The Broad Scope of the Constitution’s Impeachment Power,” by Gene Healy, White Paper, September 12, 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

P.J. O'Rourke, a renowned author known for his sharp wit and insight, dives into the complexities of money and economics in his latest book, tackling why many of us aren't as wealthy as we could be. He explores the struggles of the modern middle class, highlighting rising costs and the impact of past policies. O'Rourke also discusses the FIRE movement's allure for younger generations, contrasts generational views on crypto, and addresses the ethical implications of inflation. His candid observations make for an enlightening discussion on financial realities.

Senator Elizabeth Warren would like to see employees of large publicly traded companies have a role in selecting some board members. What does that mean for corporate governance and competitiveness of those companies? Walter Olson comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Short-term health plans have been freed from many restrictions, but now states are moving to restrict or outright prohibit this kind of coverage. Michael Cannon says by outlawing the plans, states will expose their own residents to high bills, poor access, and bankruptcy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.