Best Institute For Diversity Science Podcasts (2025)

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China’s Economy and How It Matters for US Policy 1:26:57

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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 analysts have concluded that China is developing a sizable technological capacity that poses a challenge to the US economy, and potentially…

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S3E03: Mind-Body Connection: The Body Keeps the Joy 57:08

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Will and Amber’s joys this holiday season relate to holiday traditions: Amber’s recalls how her mom would give her and her brother gift every day of the month leading up to Christmas as kids, and then segueing that into gifting board games as adults, and getting to spend time together playing them; and Will talks the current tradition of he and Eri…

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Professor Douglas Davies on the development of death studies, ‘words against death’, the ‘dividual’, religion, ‘sacred secrets’, the ‘opacity of the self’ and the ‘curated everything’ 1:14:51

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What's the episode about? In this episode, hear Professor Douglas Davies on thedevelopment of death studies, ‘words against death’, the ‘dividual’, religion, ‘sacred secrets’, the ‘opacity of the self’ and the ‘curated everything’, keeping a dream diaries since 1979, the over-optimism of posthumanism, wealth inequality, & the privilege of intellect…

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How Foreign Influence Works in Washington 51:46

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The United States is wealthy, powerful, and a democracy. That means there are many avenues for foreign countries vying to influence its politics and policy. Though many forms of foreign lobbying are legal and totally above-board, those efforts are largely misunderstood and all too understudied. But understanding the geopolitics of influence can hel…

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A Conversation with George White 32:19

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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 of C.M. Paula’s affiliated companies. White discussed the intricacies of managing firms with a global network of suppliers, the cos…

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Principled Pluralism 18:50

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Tariq Modood is Professor of Sociology, Politics, and Public Policy at the University of Bristol and recipient of the Boniuk Institute's 2025 Senior Scholar Award. Modood joined Religion Unmuted to discuss the evolving role of religion in modern, multicultural societies. He argues that demographic shifts have led minority groups to assert religious…

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Cato Institute Policy Perspectives 2025 - Luncheon Conversation featuring Dan Henninger 48:54

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Cato Institute Policy Perspectives 2025 - Restoring Viewpoint Diversity in the Classroom and Civil Society 31:03

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Cato Institute Policy Perspectives 2025 - COGE (Cato’s Office of Government Elimination): Road Map for Reform 45:06

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Cato Institute Policy Perspectives 2025 - Keynote Address: Pat Toomey, former US Pennsylvania Senator 35:00

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Cato Institute Policy Perspectives 2025 - Welcoming Remarks and Cato’s Vision for Liberty 25:49

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Buckley: The Life and the Revolution That Changed America 1:19:48

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Few people exerted as profound an influence on the postwar conservative movement and the “fusionist” project of attempting to align libertarians with traditional conservatives on issues of shared interest as William F. Buckley Jr. The founder and longtime editor of National Review, Buckley hosted the weekly PBS program Firing Line, wrote a syndicat…

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Contributions and Contradictions: Fostering Civil Discourse on America’s Founders 1:30:19

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How should we grapple with the legacies of complex historical figures? Join Sphere Education Initiatives and Civic Spirit for this unique virtual professional learning opportunity. The webinar will take a deep dive into building civil discourse around the Founders, who embody both profound achievements and troubling flaws. We’ll explore the challen…

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What Americans Really Think of Trump's Foreign Policy 55:40

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Trump embodies many contradictions when it comes to foreign policy. IGA's newly released study, "Reckless Peacemaker? How Americans See Trump's Foreign Policy," tries to make sense of these contradictions by polling Americans on the biggest geopolitical challenges of today. We found that Americans think Trump is performing poorly overall, but there…

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Education Reimagined: A Conversation with Kerry McDonald on Joyful Learning 57:55

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Are you wondering how to spark more joy and curiosity in your child’s learning—or how to make education work better for your students? In her new book, Joyful Learning, Kerry McDonald shares inspiring stories of families and educators who are reimagining education through microschools, pods, and other creative approaches. In this one-on-one convers…

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The Military Balance in the Indo-Pacific, with and Without Taiwan 1:31:05

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The prospect of a Chinese invasion and conquest of Taiwan is a major focus of US–China security competition. Apart from its political, economic, and moral consequences, some US experts argue that Chinese control of Taiwan would compromise the US military position in Asia, bolstering the case that the United States should commit its military to defe…

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S3E02: The Brain’s Wicked Reward System and Overcoming Stereotypes for Good 49:43

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In excitement for the release of the movie Wicked: For Good later this month, Amber and Will are dressed as Elfie and Guy-linda from Wicked! Will’s joy this month is Heels and Wheels, a disability-inclusive dance group in Madison, Wisconsin. Amber’s joy is the power of Wicked The Musical and especially the movie starring Cynthia Erivo, which brings…

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Panel 1: Transitioning to a Flat-Benefit System 48:04

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Join us for the official launch of Reimagining Social Security: Global Lessons for Retirement Policy Changes by Romina Boccia and Ivane Nachkebia, a timely and urgent new book in which the authors rethink how America can safeguard retirement security for current and future generations. As the Social Security program nears a fiscal tipping point, th…

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Panel 2: Slowing the Growth of Social Security 42:13

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Join us for the official launch of Reimagining Social Security: Global Lessons for Retirement Policy Changes by Romina Boccia and Ivane Nachkebia, a timely and urgent new book in which the authors rethink how America can safeguard retirement security for current and future generations. As the Social Security program nears a fiscal tipping point, th…

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Panel 3: Enhancing Private Retirement Savings 44:24

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Join us for the official launch of Reimagining Social Security: Global Lessons for Retirement Policy Changes by Romina Boccia and Ivane Nachkebia, a timely and urgent new book in which the authors rethink how America can safeguard retirement security for current and future generations. As the Social Security program nears a fiscal tipping point, th…

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Closing: Cato Social Security Model Presentation 28:04

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Join us for the official launch of Reimagining Social Security: Global Lessons for Retirement Policy Changes by Romina Boccia and Ivane Nachkebia, a timely and urgent new book in which the authors rethink how America can safeguard retirement security for current and future generations. As the Social Security program nears a fiscal tipping point, th…

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Episode 21 - Alexandra Johnston, Filmmaker and Cetacean Advocate 37:05

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In today’s episode of the WeWhale Pod, we speak with Alexandra Johnston, filmmaker and dolphin advocate. She shares her lifelong admiration for orcas and how her career has evolved towards the conservation and protection of these magnificent animals through the power of video and storytelling. Alexandra is part of the Dolphin Project team, a renown…

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Competencies in Civil Discourse: Episode 9 35:35

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No Adult Left Behind: How Politics Hijacks Education Policy and Hurts Kids 1:01:40

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It is often said that public schooling is the bedrock of democracy. It prepares children to be knowledgeable citizens, and some believe that it exemplifies democratic governance through its control by locally elected school boards. But what if such control is a bug, not a feature? What if it elevates the concerns of adults, many of whom do not even…

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Dr. Jessica Young on assisted dying, the New Zealand End of Life Choice Bill, culturally responsive research, end of life care and decision making, and sociological approaches 1:06:38

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What's the episode about? In this episode, hear Dr Jessica Young on assisteddying, the New Zealand End of Life Choice Bill, culturally responsive research, end of life care and decision making, and sociological approaches. Who is Jessica? Dr Jessica Young is a Senior Research Fellow at Victoria University of Wellington and the University of Aucklan…

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What's Trending: Gen Z's Political and Religious Engagement 34:49

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In this episode we dive into key trends surrounding Generation Z with Melissa Deckman, CEO of the Public Religion Research Institute, including Gen Z's high rates of religious non-affiliation—with about 36% identifying with no religion. Deckman discusses how Gen Z women are driving progressive political engagement at higher rates than their male co…

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The Allure of Bad Economics: Why Big Government Policies Keep Gaining Ground 53:21

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Please join us for a cocktail reception and conversation in NYC this fall. We are pleased to have New York Post columnist and author Rikki Schlott in conversation with Cato vice president for general economics and Stiefel Trade Policy Center Scott Lincicome as our featured speakers. Rikki and Scott will examine New York City’s mayoral race as a mic…

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Welcoming Remarks and the Vision for Liberty - Cato On Tour Oct. 2025 21:15

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Please join us for a cocktail reception and conversation in NYC this fall. We are pleased to have New York Post columnist and author Rikki Schlott in conversation with Cato vice president for general economics and Stiefel Trade Policy Center Scott Lincicome as our featured speakers. Rikki and Scott will examine New York City’s mayoral race as a mic…

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A Costly Distraction: US–China Competition in the Middle East 1:29:34

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The United States continues to allocate substantial military and diplomatic resources to counter Chinese influence in the Middle East. However, Beijing has shown little interest in assuming a dominant security role in the region, raising doubts about the effectiveness of framing US engagement through the lens of great-power competition. As policyma…

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Cato Free Speech: Debate Are Contemporary Understandings of the First Amendment the Best Way to Protect Free Expression in the 21st Century? 52:32

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Online platforms have created unprecedented opportunities for individuals to share ideas and reach wider audiences. Supporters of these platforms point to how they have reduced barriers to participation, providing new and creative opportunities for discourse and connection. Critics, however, raise concerns that these platforms can allow the spread …

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Peak Human: What We Can Learn from History’s Greatest Civilizations 1:20:34

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Sphere is excited to engage our educator community in discussion about the factors that contributed to the rise and fall of some of humanity’s greatest civilizations. Through a moderated discussion with author Johan Norberg, a Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute, we will explore seven of humanity’s greatest civilizations—ancient Athens, the Roman R…

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Fifty-Five Years of the Bank Secrecy Act 1:05:22

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Since its passage in 1970, the Bank Secrecy Act has fundamentally transformed the relationship between Americans and their financial institutions, creating an unprecedented surveillance apparatus that monitors virtually every financial transaction. What began as a tool to combat tax cheats has evolved into a comprehensive system of financial monito…

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Episode 20 - Thomas Le Coz, Captain of Sea Shepherd France 45:28

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In today’s episode of the WeWhale Pod, we speak with Thomas Le Coz, captain of the Sea Shepherd France vessel Walrus and campaign leader. Thomas shares his journey in marine conservation, his work on the bycatch campaign in northern Spain, and his involvement in Save the Iberian Orca — a joint project by WeWhale, Iberian Orca Guardians and Sea Shep…

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The $15 Trillion Emergency Spending Loophole 1:00:15

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Congress has spent $15 trillion through emergency designations since 1991, which is equivalent to half the entire publicly held debt of the United States. Emergency designations have enabled more than $12.5 trillion in spending since 1991—comparable to the entire amount spent on Medicaid and veterans’ programs combined—and added an estimated $2.5 t…

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A Conversation with Former BLS Commissioners William Beach and Erica Groshen 1:03:28

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Free markets are a core principle of libertarianism, and data are a central element to furthering economic freedom. Accurate data are essential to researchers of all philosophies—liberal, conservative, and libertarian—and all researchers must rely on objective facts as a baseline to inform policy and have legitimate debate in the marketplace of ide…

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Financial markets are some of the most heavily regulated markets in the United States. Firms and individuals that wish to engage in financial services–related businesses face complex regulatory regimes that are overseen by a web of agencies that includes, on the federal level, several banking regulators, two markets regulators, and a consumer prote…