Cato Podcast

Between trade restrictions and domestic regulatory hurdles, the supply crunch for baby formula in the U.S. has well-known causes. Gabriella Beaumont-Smith discusses how we got here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The politics of inflation are not all that complicated. The incentive for political actors remains to reward constituencies to enhance electoral prospects. Scott Lincicome details how the Biden Administration could, but probably won't act on inflation.Related content:“Is President Biden Trying to Boost Inflation?” by Scott Lincicome, The Dispatch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Landowners are often victims of wildlife conservation efforts rather than partners in the process. Megan Jenkins of the Center for Growth and Opportunity believes that can change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Economist Otto Lehto makes a case for universal basic income, discussing its potential economic efficiency, redistribution of resources, and promotion of problem-solving capacity. They explore the practical implications of UBI and compare it with negative income tax. The podcast also delves into the cultural critique and potential benefits of UBI, highlighting the shifting views of conservatives. Additionally, it discusses parallels between state support and foreign aid, advocating for a universal cash voucher as a solution.

Compelling your fellow Americans to go to the polls (or else) has several downsides. Walter Olson explains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary Theroux discusses her documentary, Beyond Homeless. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast discusses the SEC's gag order rule that prohibits parties from speaking about their innocence after settling enforcement actions. It explores the detrimental effects on defendants, violation of First Amendment rights, calls for reform, lack of transparency, and harm toward the public.

What's the big takeaway from a leaked draft (not final) draft opinion of a Supreme Court justice? Walter Olson comments on the substance of the violation in protocol at the High Court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If Vladimir Putin and Joe Biden are listening, Paul Matkzo has some lessons from history that might be instructive in proper responses to the war for Ukraine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Expensive inputs are critical to the development of new oil and gas supplies. The Biden White House is maintaining artificially high prices for some of those inputs. Gabriella Beaumont-Smith explores the issue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.