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.
Episodes
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Apr 23, 2022 • 13min
When Should the Federal Reserve Have Moved on Inflation?
The Federal Reserve appears late to the inflation fight. How much grace is due them? Economist Will Luther makes his case. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 22, 2022 • 11min
Texas Messes with Social Media, Makes Mess
Texas wants to treat social media companies as common carriers, but their arguments to support their imposition don't hold water. Tommy Berry explains why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 21, 2022 • 10min
Narrow the Fed’s Mandate
If Congress wants to hold the Federal Reserve accountable, why not narrow the Fed's mandate? Economist Alexander William Salter explains the upside. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 20, 2022 • 17min
The Big Student Bailouts Move Forward
The President would like to expand debt forgiveness from the federal government. Neal McCluskey says the arguments for handing a massive windfall to former college students don't hold up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13 snips
Apr 19, 2022 • 23min
The SEC's Gargantuan Pending Climate Change Rule
The Securities and Exchange Commission proposes to compel public firms to make a broad range of disclosures related to climate change. Jennifer Schulp details why the massive rule now under consideration looks a tad hasty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 18, 2022 • 22min
A Few Reasons for Optimism in Changing Times
Writer Bari Weiss discusses optimism about the future of media and academia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 15, 2022 • 9min
Prospects for Stability in Pakistan
Leadership in Pakistan has again changed amid charges of U.S. meddling there. What are the prospects for U.S. relations there? Sahar Khan comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 13, 2022 • 13min
Supreme Court Clears One Hurdle to Claims of Malicious Prosecution
What does it take to move a malicious prosecution claim forward? The Supreme Court tackled that question last week. Jay Schweikert explains what they decided. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 12, 2022 • 15min
Against Scientific Gatekeeping
Explore the impact of scientific gatekeeping on health access and medical progress. Discuss the bureaucratic process and limitations of the American medicine system. Examine the consequences of scientific gatekeeping on innovation. Learn about the importance of individuals taking responsibility for their health and the role of scientific experts.
Apr 11, 2022 • 14min
Cato FOIA Work Uncovers Substantial FBI Misconduct
Getting a sense of the FBI's handling of its agents' misconduct has occupied a lot of Patrick Eddington's time the last two years. Earlier this year, the agency has begun providing some of the requested documents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
