Economist Gavin Roberts from Weber State University discusses the impact of price gouging laws during the pandemic, exploring how regulations affect consumer behavior and market efficiency. Insights on preventing hoarding and unintended consequences of regulations are also revealed.

AI enthusiast Paul Matzko discusses how AI can revolutionize local journalism by making news more accessible and innovative. They explore the impact of digital news startups, the transition to subscription models, and the potential for AI to personalize newspaper content.

Doug Bandow, an expert on US-China-Europe relations, discusses the contrasting viewpoints of the US and Europe towards China, highlighting security threats, economic challenges, and differing approaches to relations. The podcast explores tensions among the US, China, and Europe regarding Chinese relations with Russia, emphasizing the challenges in managing complex relationships to avoid conflicts while pursuing strategic interests.

Erec Smith and Jeff Singer discuss the troubling evolution in how medical education is delivered in the US, highlighting the importance of prioritizing patient care over ideological commitments. They emphasize the risks of allowing societal biases to influence medical judgments and address the historical discriminatory practices in medicine.

Exploring similarities and differences in trade policies between Trump and Biden, especially focusing on tariffs and protectionism. The implications for international trade and high-tech manufacturing are discussed, highlighting the complex nature of bilateral agreements and global competitiveness.

Brian Blase, chief of Paragon Health Institute, and Michael Cannon from Cato discuss the fiscal challenges of Medicare. They explore funding issues, lobbying dynamics, and propose reforms for cost control and quality care. The podcast highlights the resistance to cutting Medicare spending, misconceptions about the Medicare Trust Fund, and the impact of recent legislation on rising debt levels.

Financial expert Jennifer Schulp discusses proposed regulations that could require investment advisors to comply with elements of the Bank Secrecy Act, affecting advisor-client relationships. The podcast explores the unique challenges faced by investment advisors, the impact on reporting suspicious activities, the conflict between fiduciary duty and regulatory mandates, and the implications for individual investors and privacy concerns.

Jeff Singer, an expert on cannabis policy, explains why descheduling cannabis is a preferable approach over rescheduling. The podcast discusses the implications for medical accessibility, comparisons with other substances, contradictions in DEA scheduling, and the advantages of descheduling. It also explores a bipartisan bill proposal for complete descheduling and decriminalization.

Discussing the challenges and confusion surrounding federal funding for early childhood education, exploring the uncertainties in assessing the long-term impact of such programs, and debating the balance between parental choice and federal regulations in education

Professor Edwar Escalante of Angelo State University discusses the upsides and risks of increasing state capacity, focusing on how it can foster human flourishing. Topics include the impact of strong state capacity on investments and property rights, challenges in Latin America like high tax rates and resource misallocation, and the importance of government resource allocation for boosting productivity.