Cato Podcast
Cato Institute
Each week on Cato Podcast, leading scholars and policymakers from the Cato Institute delve into the big ideas shaping our world: individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and peace. Whether unpacking current events, debating civil liberties, exploring technological innovation, or tracing the history of classical liberal thought, we promise insightful analysis grounded in rigorous research and Cato’s signature libertarian perspective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Oct 26, 2015 • 13min
Expanding the Right to Try
Two dozen states allow terminally ill patients to try unapproved drugs, but there are still impediments to a more expansive policy. Christina Sandefur of the Goldwater Institute comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 23, 2015 • 24min
A Reckoning for Big Data
Big data, both governmental and corporate, poses serious questions and risks for Americans' privacy and security. Bruce Schneier comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 22, 2015 • 13min
Surveillance Reform Past and Future
Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT) discusses surveillance reforms and the need for keeping pressure on Congress to continue to take warrantless spying seriously. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 21, 2015 • 10min
Perilous Partners
American leaders have cooperated with regimes around the world that are, to varying degrees, repressive or corrupt. Ted Galen Carpenter discusses his new book, Perilous Partners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 20, 2015 • 8min
Jeb Bush Offers Latest Version of 'Obamacare Light'
Jeb Bush's proposed replacement for Obamacare relies heavily on government intervention to drive private health coverage decisions. Michael Cannon comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 19, 2015 • 12min
Democratic Socialism at the Democratic Debate
Senator Bernie Sanders calls himself a "democratic socialist," but what does that mean in America today? Emily Ekins and Marian Tupy comment on the Democratic debate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14 snips
Oct 16, 2015 • 14min
The Strong Dollar and Troubled Currencies
The podcast discusses the negative impacts of a strong dollar on currencies, including weak commodity prices and emerging market currencies. It also explores the economic performance of dollarized countries in Latin America and the consequences of balance sheet contraction. Additionally, it delves into the factors contributing to the slow growth of the US economy, such as regime uncertainty and the increase in big players, as well as the impact of regime uncertainty on banks and money production.
Oct 15, 2015 • 13min
Military Adventures and the Democratic Debate
Tuesday's Democratic debate featured less-than-satisfying answers about how the candidates might handle the next drumbeat for war. Emma Ashford and Chris Preble comment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 14, 2015 • 7min
The Big Bonus of Federal Employment
Federal worker pay is far higher and growing faster than in the private sector, according to Chris Edwards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 13, 2015 • 7min
House Moves to Free Crude Oil for Export
The House has voted to allow U.S. oil producers to export crude for the first time in many years, but President Obama may veto the plan. Emma Ashford discusses the implications for commerce and foreign policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
