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.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 12min
SCOTUS Tells Feds They Can't Wish Away Certain Cases
A US citizen challenges his placement on the No Fly List in a Supreme Court case. Legal battles over government coercion, individual rights, and government surveillance at airports are discussed. The Supreme Court rules against the feds trying to dismiss the case, highlighting the importance of government accountability and individual rights in court cases.
Mar 21, 2024 • 13min
The China Dilemma?: Rethinking US-China Relations through Public Choice Theory
Ryan Yonk, coauthor of 'The China Dilemma?', explores US-China relations, challenges China's rhetoric on Taiwan, advocates for nuanced policies. Analyzes US agencies' use of public choice theory, delves into Chinese political dynamics, warns of Cold War implications with China.
Mar 20, 2024 • 17min
The Fertility Gap and Economic Freedom
Economist Clara E. Piano discusses the impact of economic freedom on women's fertility desires and the challenges individuals face in achieving their desired number of children. The podcast explores how housing regulations, cultural norms, and urban planning influence parenting decisions, while also discussing the complexities of pro-natal policies and proposed solutions to tackle fertility challenges.
Mar 19, 2024 • 11min
Gaming War Games
Economist Garrett Wood discusses how war games can be manipulated for strategic advantage, influenced by budget constraints and organizational interests. The podcast explores the dynamics of war games within government, jointness on defense production, and the manipulation of results to maintain military prestige.
Mar 18, 2024 • 14min
The President Proposes a Homeowner Handout
Mark Calabria discusses the President's housing plan and its impact on affordability. Critique of subsidies for homeowners in a seller's market. Exploring better ways to address housing supply challenges and create more affordable options.
Mar 14, 2024 • 11min
Biden Seeks to Weaken Short-Term Health Plans
Exploring the impact of limiting short-term health plans proposed by President Biden, the podcast delves into the evolution and flexibility of these plans, the potential consequences for sick individuals, and the implications on Obamacare's stability and premiums.
Mar 13, 2024 • 10min
The SEC's Big New Climate Disclosure Rule
Jennifer Schulp, an expert on the SEC's new climate disclosure rule, discusses its benefits for investors and why the agency adopted it. They explore the implications, costs, and consequences of the rule, as well as its potential impact on investor decisions and company behavior. Concerns arise about potential confusion and challenges for companies facing standardized climate disclosure regulations.
Mar 12, 2024 • 17min
Congress's Proposed Effective Ban on TikTok Advances
The podcast discusses Congress's proposed effective ban on TikTok and the implications for free speech rights, property rights of company owners, and the tech landscape. It explores the diverse content and user choice on TikTok, comparing it to traditional media outlets, and delves into the legal complexities of enforcing divestment or imposing bans on tech companies with foreign connections.
Mar 11, 2024 • 15min
Why Do Puerto Rico's Potatoes Come from Canada? (It's the Jones Act)
Exploring the impact of the Jones Act on Puerto Rico's economy, from the high costs affecting food sourcing to the limitations on industry diversity. Policy recommendations are discussed to alleviate the economic challenges faced by Puerto Rico under the Jones Act.
Mar 8, 2024 • 10min
How Courts Grapple with "Reverse Warrants"
Courts grapple with 'reverse warrants' in criminal investigations involving technology. Legal analysis of digital data ownership in seizure cases. Debate over Fourth Amendment rights and data protection with examples like DNA evidence and digital records.
