Best Perault Podcasts (2025)

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The Case for Smarter AI Regulation, With Matt Perault 25:11

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Regulating how AI is used—not how it's built—is the only way to protect innovation and give small startups a fair shot. Rob and Jackie sit down with Matt Perault, Head of Artificial Intelligence Policy at Andreessen Horowitz, to discuss the significant burden regulatory frameworks can place on smaller tech companies and the critical role of governm…

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Rewriting the Rules: Antitrust and the FTC with Jonathan M. Barnett and Larry White 50:08

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Rewriting the Rules: Antitrust and the FTC with Jonathan M. Barnett and Larry White by Technology Policy InstituteBy Technology Policy Institute

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Ethan Mollick: Navigating the Uncertainty of AI Development 1:06:11

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In this episode of Scaling Laws, Alan and Kevin discuss the current state of AI growth, focusing on scaling laws, the future of AGI, and the challenges of AI integration into society with Ethan Mollick, Professor of Management at Wharton, specializing in entrepreneurship and innovation. They explore the bottlenecks in AI adoption, particularly the …

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The AI Moratorium Goes Down in Flames 55:32

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On the inaugural episode of Scaling Laws, co-hosts Kevin Frazier, AI Innovation and Law Fellow at the University of Texas School of Law and a Senior Editor at Law, and Alan Rozenshtein, Professor at Minnesota Law and Research Director at Lawfare, speak with Adam Thierer, a senior fellow for the Technology and Innovation team at the R Street Institu…

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Scaling Laws explores (and occasionally answers) the questions that keep OpenAI’s policy team up at night, the ones that motivate legislators to host hearings on AI and draft new AI bills, and the ones that are top of mind for tech-savvy law and policy students. Alan and Kevin dive into the intersection of AI, innovation policy, and the law through…

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mRNA and the Future of Personalized Medicine, With Andrew Geall and Deborah Barbara 27:31

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Continued innovation and investment is vital to maintaining the U.S.'s leadership in the biopharma sector. Rob and Jackie sit down with Andrew Geall, Chief Development Officer at Replicate Bioscience, and Deborah Barbara, strategic advisor to Primrose Bio, to discuss the development and potential of mRNA as the fourth pillar of pharmaceutical innov…

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Decoding the Techno-Economic Power Struggle, With Alex Capri 21:17

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There is a clear linkage between technology and national security, economic strength and social stability. Rob and Jackie sit down with Alex Capri, author of Techno-Nationalism: How It's Reshaping Trade, Geopolitics and Society to discuss how nations leverage technological innovation for national security and stability and how that applies to evolv…

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William Kovacic and Jon Nuechterlein on Agency Independence and Humphrey's Executor 48:49

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William Kovacic and Jon Nuechterlein on Agency Independence and Humphrey's Executor by Technology Policy InstituteBy Technology Policy Institute

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New Podcast: The Trade War With Stan McCoy 47:11

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In the inaugural episode of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation's Trade War Podcast, host Stan McCoy discusses recent developments and challenges in global trade policy with Ambassador Susan C. Schwab and Rob Atkinson. The conversation covers the latest U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum, the implications of President Trump's prote…

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Little Tech, Big Challenges: Competing in the AI Era with Matt Perault 41:06

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Little Tech, Big Challenges: Competing in the AI Era with Matt Perault by Technology Policy InstituteBy Technology Policy Institute

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Future of News Ratings and Media Trust with NewsGuard CEO Gordon Crovitz 39:48

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On the latest episode of Two Think Minimum, Gordon Crovitz, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of NewsGuard joins hosts Tom Lenard, Sarah Oh Lam, and Scott Wallsten to discuss the evolving landscape of news credibility, misinformation, and the role of media ratings. They discuss NewsGuard’s approach to assessing news sources, the controversies surrounding its r…

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The United States Needs a Robust Industrial Policy, With Marc Fasteau and Ian Fletcher 28:17

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What is the correct economic strategy for a nation? Rob and Jackie sat down with Marc Fasteau and Ian Fletcher, authors of Industrial Policy for the United States, to discuss how industrial policy, done right, will develop the kind of economy the United States wants. Mentioned Marc Fasteau and Ian Fletcher, Industrial Policy for the United States, …

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Stablecoin Policy and the Future of Crypto with Christian Catalini 31:00

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Stablecoin Policy and the Future of Crypto with Christian Catalini by Technology Policy InstituteBy Technology Policy Institute

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European Innovation and Competitiveness with Nicolas Petit 42:11

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In this episode of Two Think Minimum, Nicolas Petit, Chair in Competition Law at the European University Institute, joins hosts Tom Lenard, Scott Wallsten, and Sarah Oh Lam to explore the pressing challenges facing European competitiveness. Drawing insights from the recent Draghi Report, Petit discusses Europe's innovation gaps, the role of big tec…

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The Politics of Prediction Markets: John Phillips and David Mason 27:26

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On the latest episode of Two Think Minimum, TPI hosts Tom Lenard, Sarah Oh Lam, and Scott Wallsten explore the world of polls and prediction markets with Aristotle CEO John Phillips and General Counsel David Mason. Aristotle helps run PredictIt, a platform which enables research into how markets can forecast events in real-time. The conversation co…

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Leveraging Data to Improve Communities, With Rochelle Haynes 29:38

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Data-informed and evidence-based decision making can drive optimum outcomes in local governments. Rob and Jackie sat down with Rochelle Haynes, managing director of What Works Cities, to discuss how technology and innovation are being used in cities to equitably deliver services and solve problems. Related Rochelle Haynes, “How Cities Can Harness t…

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Europe Needs to Focus on Solving Its 30-Year Innovation Problem, With David Evans 26:05

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Europe has been enormously unsuccessful in creating substantial digital businesses for over three decades. Rob and Jackie sat down with David Evans, chairman of Market Platform Dynamics, to discuss why it’s imperative that Europe ends this ‘digital winter’. Mentioned David S. Evans, “Why Europe Must End Its 30-Year Digital Winter to Ensure Its Long…

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General-Purpose Technologies and the Rise of Great Nations, With Jeffrey Ding 27:23

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It’s easy to get excited about new breakthroughs, but the real power lies in diffusing technological advances throughout the entire economy. Rob and Jackie sat down with Jeffrey Ding, Assistant Professor of Political Science at George Washington University, to discuss how technological revolutions influence competition and the implications for the …

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Sword & Sidhe: Episode 31 41:01

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Please note we are taking a break between episode releases. Follow us @TI_Pod or hop onto our Discord for information on when we’re coming back. Thanks and enjoy the summer! (or winter, or wherever works for where you live) Standby by for an announcement from the Arbiter of Marwen! Feel free to drop us a review on iTunes and chat with us on social …

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Information Technology Is Increasingly Critical and Increasingly Demonized, With Daniel Castro 21:06

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Over the last several years, public opinion on technology and the use of data has shifted from excitement to skepticism to fear. Rob and Jackie sat down with Daniel Castro, Vice President of ITIF and Director of the Center for Data Innovation, to discuss the negative effect of techlash on human outcomes. Related Robert D. Atkinson and David Moschel…

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Sword & Sidhe: Episode 30 48:08

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Marwen shopping leads the gang to a very important question…are bird of paradise plants regal or goofy? Birds of Paradise Reference: https://www.reddit.com/r/pics/comments/8lw7mh/im_37_years_old_and_just_today_realized_its/ Feel free to drop us a review on iTunes and chat with us on social media & Discord. You can find "Taking Initiative" at: Websi…

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Remaining Realistic and Optimistic About the Promise of the Future, With Jim Pethokoukis 23:54

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The future will be much improved if society fights the fear of technology. Rob and Jackie sat down with Jim Pethokoukis, Senior Fellow and DeWitt Wallace Chair at the American Enterprise Institute, to discuss how the sci-fi fantasy of the future isn’t as far off as we think. Mentioned James Pethokoukis. The Conservative Futurist: How to Create the …

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The Economics of AI: Prediction Machines and Their Impact with Ajay Agrawal 55:09

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The Economics of AI: Prediction Machines and Their Impact with Ajay Agrawal by Technology Policy InstituteBy Technology Policy Institute

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Sword & Sidhe: Episode 29 32:34

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We start…somewhere a little different. Feel free to drop us a review on iTunes and chat with us on social media & Discord. You can find "Taking Initiative" at: Website: takinginitiativepodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/TI_Pod Discord: https://discord.gg/VS7F3Hd Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/takinginitiativepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtub…

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AI Accountability Policy with Ellen P. Goodman 38:23

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In this episode of Two Think Minimum, Ellen P. Goodman, a distinguished professor of law at Rutgers Law School and former Senior Advisor for Algorithmic Justice at NTIA, U.S. Department of Commerce discusses artificial intelligence accountability policy. The podcast revolves around the NTIA AI Accountability Policy Report, which was released in Mar…

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Sword & Sidhe: Episode 28 45:38

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The party shares some tightly held secrets and Honey shows her full asshole. Feel free to drop us a review on iTunes and chat with us on social media & Discord. You can find "Taking Initiative" at: Website: takinginitiativepodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/TI_Pod Discord: https://discord.gg/VS7F3Hd Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/takinginitiat…

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Embracing Innovation is the Ultimate Key to Tackling Climate Change, With Robin Gaster 18:47

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Climate change is a global problem, with two polarized viewpoints making it difficult to find a solution. Rob and Jackie sat down with Robin Gaster, Director of Research at ITIF's Center for Clean Energy Innovation, to discuss how price/performance parity in green technologies can bridge the gap between left and right viewpoints on clean energy. Me…

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Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Competition Policy with Catherine Tucker 39:46

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In this episode of Two Think Minimum, MIT Professor Catherine Tucker discusses her research on competition policy and artificial intelligence. The discussion focuses on how AI's unique cost structures differs from that of traditional digital economics, how economists think about AI, and the implications of AI for competition policy and antitrust en…

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Congressional Silence, Agency Power, and the Chevron Doctrine with Caroline Cecot 52:27

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In this episode of Two Think Minimum, Caroline Cecot, an associate professor of law at Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University, talks about her recent article "The Meaning of ‘Silence.’" The discussion focuses on the potential consequences of narrowing the applicability of the Chevron doctrine and consequences on the major questions do…

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Sword & Sidhe: Episode 27 31:32

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After traveling through the Floating Lakes, the party finally reaches Marwen: The Town of Rules. Feel free to drop us a review on iTunes and chat with us on social media & Discord. You can find "Taking Initiative" at: Website: takinginitiativepodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/TI_Pod Discord: https://discord.gg/VS7F3Hd Twitch: https://www.twi…

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Navigating Deepfakes While Promoting Innovation, With Ryan Long 25:18

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The past few years have seen a remarkable rise in the quality and quantity of deepfakes. Rob and Jackie discussed the rise of deepfakes with Ryan Long, Vice-Chairman of the California Lawyers Association, Licensing and Technology Transactions Group, Intellectual Property Section, and explored how to harness this technology responsibly while prevent…

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Sword & Sidhe: Episode 26 1:03:40

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It’s time from some good ol’ fashioned holiday whoop-ass. Feel free to drop us a review on iTunes and chat with us on social media & Discord. You can find "Taking Initiative" at: Website: takinginitiativepodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/TI_Pod Discord: https://discord.gg/VS7F3Hd Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/takinginitiativepodcast YouTube:…

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Sword & Sidhe: Episode 25 52:00

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As the party encounters a winter wonderland amidst the Floating Lakes, Añara opens up to the party about her secret. Also, we talk about bad Netflix shows for a loooong time. Feel free to drop us a review on iTunes and chat with us on social media & Discord. You can find "Taking Initiative" at: Website: takinginitiativepodcast.com Twitter: https://…

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Supply Chain Origins and Innovations, With Yossi Sheffi 24:38

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The term ‘supply chain’ is relatively new, but the activities involved are not as new as we think. Rob and Jackie sat down with Yossi Sheffi, Director of the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics, to discuss the complex history of supply chains and how technology and AI will continue to evolve supply chain processes in the future. Mentioned Y…

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FTC Actions on Antitrust Reforms with Ginger Jin and Liad Wagman 43:42

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FTC Actions on Antitrust Reforms with Ginger Jin and Liad Wagman by Technology Policy InstituteBy Technology Policy Institute

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Navigating Technological Change: TikTok, AI Bias, and Societal Adjustments with Megan McArdle 53:13

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The latest episode of the TPI Two Think Minimum podcast featured guest Megan McArdle, discussing pressing issues at the intersection of technology and society. The podcast covered several topics related to technology, policy, and societal impact, emphasizing the need for careful consideration of the implications of technological advancements and re…

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Growing Threats to Wireless Communications and How to Address Them 42:57

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Growing Threats to Wireless Communications and How to Address Them by Technology Policy InstituteBy Technology Policy Institute

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Matt Perault, Ramya Krishnan, and Alan Rozenshtein Talk About the TikTok Divestment and Ban Bill 50:32

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Last week the House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a bill that would require ByteDance, the Chinese company that owns the popular social media app TikTok, to divest its ownership in the platform or face TikTok being banned in the United States. Although prospects for the bill in the Senate remain uncertain, President Biden has said he wil…

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Jawboning at the Supreme Court 51:38

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Today, we’re bringing you an episode of Arbiters of Truth, our series on the information ecosystem. On March 18, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Murthy v. Missouri, concerning the potential First Amendment implications of government outreach to social media platforms—what’s sometimes known as jawboning. The case arrived at the Supreme Cou…

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Sword & Sidhe: Episode 24 1:12:04

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The party bids farewell to Bludwyn and finds out information about the place they’ve been thrown into, as well as information about each other. Feel free to drop us a review on iTunes and chat with us on social media & Discord. You can find "Taking Initiative" at: Website: takinginitiativepodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/TI_Pod Discord: htt…

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The Interplay of Hype and Skepticism in Autonomous Vehicle Advancements, With Richard Mudge 20:49

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Amidst the burgeoning advancements in autonomous vehicles (AVs), striking a balance between expectation and reality emerges as a challenge. Rob and Jackie sat down with Richard Mudge, president and founder of Compass Transportation and Technology, to discuss how innovations in the world of AVs can affect safety, productivity, and job creation. Ment…

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Sword & Sidhe: Episode 23 49:57

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Content Warning: Vomiting / Retching sounds. After successfully defeating the Skull Fairies, the party returns to the otter fey and make Braith take a bath. Feel free to drop us a review on iTunes and chat with us on social media & Discord. You can find "Taking Initiative" at: Website: takinginitiativepodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/TI_Pod…