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Forget "happily ever after." As marriage and birth rates fall, young adults have less sex, and assumptions about love and commitment are being challenged. In this episode of “Generational Divides,” Reason editor-at-large Nick Gillespie brings together a Gen X-er, a Millennial, and a Gen Z-er to debate these questions about intimacy and love in the 21st century: Should Gen Z have more sex? Is monogamy overrated? Should people have more babies? For Gen X: James J. Sexton, Divorce Lawyer and Author of "How to Stay in Love" For Millennials: Carolyn Gorman, Fellow at the Manhattan Institute For Gen Z: Malavika Kannan, Author and Writer of the "Quarter Life Crisis" Substack Nick Gillespie, Editor-at-Large at Reason, is the guest moderator. Join the conversation on Substack—share your perspective on this episode and subscribe to our weekly newsletter for curated insights from our debaters, moderators, and staff. Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and TikTok to stay connected with our mission and ongoing debates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mark is joined by Heather Mac Donald, a Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute. She's also the Author of “When Race Trumps Merit: How the Pursuit of Equity Sacrifices Excellence, Destroys Beauty, and Threatens Lives.” She discusses her latest article titled, "The Scourge of Teen Takeovers: Why Youths are Rampaging in Cities Across America -- and How to Stop It."
In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark and the crew discuss the recent mass murder that occurred in East St Louis and what led to it. Mark is later joined by Heather Mac Donald, a Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute. She's also the Author of “When Race Trumps Merit: How the Pursuit of Equity Sacrifices Excellence, Destroys Beauty, and Threatens Lives.” She discusses her latest article titled, "The Scourge of Teen Takeovers: Why Youths are Rampaging in Cities Across America -- and How to Stop It." In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. They also discuss their thoughts on Fox's MLB All Star Game broadcast, Mark's rude interaction with someone that knocked on his door yesterday and more. They also discuss how you should greet strangers that knock on your door and Lenny Kravitz's weight loss journey. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Duane Patterson, with Hot Air, the Host of the Duane's World Podcast and the producer of The Hugh Hewitt Show. Patterson discusses Joe Biden's new book releasing in November as well as the latest on Trump's conflict with Iran. Dan Reardon then joins to preview the upcoming British Open. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.
In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark and the crew discuss the recent mass murder that occurred in East St Louis and what led to it. Mark is later joined by Heather Mac Donald, a Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute. She's also the Author of “When Race Trumps Merit: How the Pursuit of Equity Sacrifices Excellence, Destroys Beauty, and Threatens Lives.” She discusses her latest article titled, "The Scourge of Teen Takeovers: Why Youths are Rampaging in Cities Across America -- and How to Stop It."
Should there be fewer or more limits on the number of foreign students and staff that are permitted at U.S. universities and encouraged to stay after their education? Jay P Greene, Senior Fellow at the Defense of Freedom Institute, says there should be more limits; Daniel Di Martino, Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, says there […]
You've heard quite a lot about the Democratic Socialists of America, the left-wing faction that has surged to victories in Democratic Party primary elections across the country. But how did what was as recently as the early 2010s a marginal player on the radical-left of American politics become power brokers who can drive their candidates to major political offices? Joining us is Sean Speer of the Manhattan Institute joins us to analyze these dynamics.City Journal: How the Far Left Captured the Democratic PartyCRC: Communism and the Democratic Socialists of AmericaCRC: The Anti-American Left: Democratic Socialists of America
Manhattan Institute president Reihan Salam joined Bret Stephens to discuss his new essay, “Islam in America,” in the (Fixing) America issue of SAPIR.Read Reihan's essay here: https://sapirjournal.org/fixing-america/2026/islam-in-america/Questions or comments? Send us a note at info@sapirjournal.orgMusic from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/theo-gerard/monsieur-groove
Guest host Mary Walter fills in on The Brian Kilmeade Show to honor the sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, featuring moving reactions from President Donald Trump and Senator Rick Scott. Mary also breaks down the escalating national crisis of family estrangement with therapist Dr. Tom Kersting, and uncovers how radical leftists are driving the New York City housing and crime collapse with Manhattan Institute expert Rafael Mangual. [00:00:00] Seth Krummrich [00:18:26] Francis Suarez [00:36:51] Dr. Tom Kersting [01:13:39] Rafael Mangual [01:32:02] Sen. Rick Scott Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Buck Sexton sits down with Manhattan Institute fellow Rafael Mangual to discuss the heated debate over immigration, crime, and public safety. They examine why many cities do not collect immigration-status crime data, the impact of sanctuary city policies, and growing concerns about policing in New York City as political leaders push for changes to law enforcement and public safety strategies. Never miss a moment from Buck by subscribing to the Buck Sexton Show Podcast on IHeart Radio, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts! Connect with Buck Sexton:Facebook – / bucksexton X – @bucksexton Instagram – @bucksexton TikTok - @BuckSexton YouTube - @BuckSexton Website – https://www.bucksexton.com/Support the show: https://www.youtube.com/@BuckSextonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Democrat nominee for Senate in Maine Graham Plattner is facing allegations of rape, and the media's handling of the story is raising eyebrows. Joining us to discuss the media's role in this scandal is Tim Graham, executive editor of NewsBusters Media Research Center. In this episode, we explore the complexities of the Graham Plattner story, including the media's handling of the allegations and the implications for the Democrat party. We also discuss the recent developments in Cuba and the Smithsonian's role in promoting anti-American ideology. Additionally, we talk about the Trump administration's new initiative to provide financial support to American children through the Trump accounts program. The episode also touches on the topic of birthright citizenship and the recent Supreme Court decision on the matter. We hear from Ilia Shapiro, director of constitutional studies at the Manhattan Institute, about the implications of this decision and the potential for future legislation. Furthermore, we discuss the growing trend of anti-Semitism among Democrat politicians and the need for the party to address this issue.Become a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rob Henderson grew up in poverty in Los Angeles moving from foster home to foster home, seeing addiction, instability, and family breakdown all around him. He joined the U.S. Air Force at 17, entered Yale University at 25 with help from the GI Bill, and completed his PhD at the University of Cambridge. He climbed “every rung on the American class ladder,” as he describes it.But at Yale and other elite universities, he saw the spread of radical ideas—abolish the police, empty prisons, dismantle marriage, decriminalize all drugs—ideas that he understood would be devastating to the communities he grew up in.And that's how he came to develop his now famous concept of luxury beliefs: “Luxury beliefs are ideas and opinions that confer status on the affluent … while inflicting costs on the less fortunate members of society,” he says.How is it that these ideas came to be so pervasive? And what are their true consequences for society?Henderson is a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, contributing editor of City Journal, and bestselling author of “Troubled: A Memoir of Foster Care, Family, and Social Class.”Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.
morning news and conversation to start then Ilya Shapiro, senior fellow and director of constitutional studies at the Manhattan Institute, responds to recent Supreme Court decisions
Susan Pendergrass speaks with Andy Smarick, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, about Missouri's education leadership shake-up and what comes next. They discuss how to find the right commissioner of education, why outside reformers tend to succeed where insiders struggle, what the dismantling of the US Department of Education means for state accountability systems, why public complacency about poor academic outcomes persists, and more. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity
The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Tuesday, June 30, 20264:20 pm: Brett Tolman, Executive Director of Right on Crime and former U.S. Attorney for Utah, joins Rod and Greg to discuss today's Supreme Court decision upholding the ability for states to ban transgender athletes from participating in women's sports.4:38 pm: Paul Cozzens of the Iron County Commissioner joins the show to discuss his recent Facebook post blaming radical anti-timber politics for shutting down sawmills that would manage forests and reduce wildfire danger.6:05 pm: Ilya Shapiro, Director of Constitutional Studies at the Manhattan Institute, joins Rod and Greg to discuss today's Supreme Court ruling that rejected President Trump's proposed limits on birthright citizenship.6:20 pm: Michael O'Neill, Vice President of Legal Affairs for the Landmark Legal Foundation, joins the show for a conversation about today's Supreme Court decisions, including birthright citizenship and striking down limits on a political party's campaign spending.6:38 pm: Lindsey Cormack, author and Associate Professor of Political Science at Stevens Institute of Technology, joins the show to discuss her piece for the New York Post in which she says America's 250th birthday is the perfect time to teach our children what the country is all about.
Christopher Rufo is arguably the most successful activist of the MAGA era. He rose to prominence fighting D.E.I. initiatives and critical race theory. In President Trump's second term, he's had a huge influence on policy, from Trump's executive orders against D.E.I. and the attacks on the Department of Education to the ICE and C.B.P. deployments to Minneapolis. Rufo, helpfully, calls his shots. He has published a guide, “The New Right Activism: A Manifesto for the Counterrevolution,” in which he argued for the value of “agitprop” and counseled that “political life moves on narrative, emotion, scandal, anger, hope, and faith — on irrational, or at least subrational, feelings.” But more recently, in his writing and on the podcast he co-hosts, “Rufo & Lomez,” he seems worried about the new right he has helped build: its attraction to conspiracy theories, its racialist thinking, its internal fissures. So I wanted to have him on the show to talk about the problems he sees on his side, but also to interrogate whether he may have scored short-term victories while seeding profound long-term problems. Rufo is a senior fellow and director of the initiative on critical race theory at the Manhattan Institute. He's a contributing editor of City Journal and the author of “America's Cultural Revolution: How the Radical Left Conquered Everything.” This episode contains strong language. Mentioned: “The New Right Activism” by Christopher Rufo “The Number” by David D. Kirkpatrick “The unraveling of a cat tale” by Jacqueline Sweet Book recommendations Unmasking the Administrative State by John Marini The Revolutionary by Stacy Schiff The Managerial Revolution by James Burnham Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com. You can find transcripts (posted midday) and more episodes of “The Ezra Klein Show” at nytimes.com/ezra-klein-podcast, and you can find Ezra on Twitter @ezraklein. Book recommendations from all our guests are listed at https://www.nytimes.com/article/ezra-klein-show-book-recs. This episode of “The Ezra Klein Show” was produced by Jack McCordick. Fact-checking by Michelle Harris, with Kate Sinclair, Mary Marge Locker and Julie Beer. Our senior engineer is Jeff Geld. Mixing by Pat McCusker, Efim Shapiro, and Johnny Simon. Our recording engineer is Johnny Simon. Our executive producer is Claire Gordon. The show's production team also includes Marie Cascione, Annie Galvin, Rollin Hu, Kristin Lin, Emma Kehlbeck, Marina King and Jan Kobal. Original music by Pat McCusker. Audience strategy by Shannon Busta. The director of New York Times Opinion Shows is Annie-Rose Strasser. Transcript editing by Kate Wilkinson and Marlaine Glicksman. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Yascha Mounk and Charles Fain Lehman explore how strategic policing drove the decline in violent crime—and why Baltimore was left behind. Charles Fain Lehman is a fellow at the Manhattan Institute and a contributing editor at City Journal, where he covers crime, policing, and urban policy. In this week's conversation, Yascha Mounk and Charles Fain Lehman discuss why Baltimore failed to follow the crime declines that transformed other American cities, what the evidence tells us about why strategic policing works, and how focused deterrence breaks cycles of retaliatory violence. Watch the conversation below—the full video is behind the paywall on this page! If you have not yet signed up for our podcast, please do so now by following this link on your phone. Email: leonora.barclay@persuasion.community Podcast production by Mickey Freeland and Leonora Barclay. Connect with us! Spotify | Apple X: @Yascha_Mounk & @JoinPersuasion YouTube: Yascha Mounk, Persuasion LinkedIn: Persuasion Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mark is joined by Ilya Shapiro, a Senior Fellow and the Director of Constitutional Studies at the Manhattan Institute. He reacts to the Supreme Court wrapping up its session with big decisions on Birthright Citizenship and transgender boys in girls sports.
In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Ilya Shapiro, a Senior Fellow and the Director of Constitutional Studies at the Manhattan Institute. He reacts to the Supreme Court wrapping up its session with big decisions on Birthright Citizenship and transgender boys in girls sports. Mark is then joined by Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt. Senator Schmitt reacts to todays Supreme Court rulings as well as the latest efforts to pass the Save Act.
In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Ilya Shapiro, a Senior Fellow and the Director of Constitutional Studies at the Manhattan Institute. He reacts to the Supreme Court wrapping up its session with big decisions on Birthright Citizenship and transgender boys in girls sports. Mark is then joined by Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt. Senator Schmitt reacts to todays Supreme Court rulings as well as the latest efforts to pass the Save Act. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Sarah Parshall Perry, the Vice President and a Legal Fellow with the group, “Defending Action”. She shares her excitement regarding today's Supreme Court decision on transgender boys competing in girls sports. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Kaitlynn Wheeler, a former University of Kentucky swimmer and teammate of Riley Gaines who also encountered Lia Thomas in the women's locker room at the 2022 NCAA Swim Championships. Mark is then joined by Ian Sherr, a former CBS Radio and CNET Tech Expert that is currently an independent tech analyst with Time Worthy Research. They discuss the concerns for the computer chip shortage, how the government will have more control over new AI and more.
0:30 - Lakeview ladies want habital violent criminals out of their neighborhoods...but still don't completely get it 11:14 - SCOTUS hands Trump two MAJOR wins on immigration as birthright citizenship case looms 29:59 - In a 6-3 vote, the Supreme Court rules that courts cannot review the government’s decisions to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Syria and Haiti 49:19 - Carolyn D. Gorman is a Fellow at the Manhattan Institute. She joined Dan Proft to talk higher education and Ivy league college kids claiming they’re disabled due to “emotional disorders” 01:02:23 - Trump’s fraud crackdown is an easy win 01:20:17 - S.A. McCarthy is a George Neumayr fellow and contributing editor at The American Spectator. He is also a writer at The Washington Stand. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to the SCOTUS decision on immigration. 01:35:26 - Daniel DePetris is a fellow at Defense Priorities and a syndicated foreign affairs columnist at the Chicago Tribune and Newsweek. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to the ongoing negotiations with Iran 01:50:49 - Open Mic Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this episode of Fox Across America, Paul Mauro considers how the socialism sweep in the New York primaries will impact future government policies. Judge Glock, Director of Research and Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute gives his insight into housing costs. Nassau County Executive and New York GOP gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman discusses his campaign for New York governor. New York Post Financial correspondent Lydia Moynihan shares her viewpoints on New York's relationship with the technology industry. Elections Correspondent for The Federalist Brianna Lyman discusses the implications of socialism in America. Kennedy, Fox News contributor and host of the “Kennedy Saves The World” podcast calls in from the World Cup game in Pennsylvania. And Taylor Riggs, Co-host of “The Big Money Show” on Fox Business offers advice on how to invest. [00:00:00] Paul Mauro mono on Democratic socialists winning in NY [00:11:20] Judge Glock [00:20:15] Bruce Blakeman [00:39:45] Lydia Moynihan [00:58:40] Brianna Lyman [01:16:50] Kennedy [01:35:30] Taylor Riggs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
4:38 pm: Kelly Wickens, Communication and Prevention Specialist for the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands, joins the program for a conversation about the Iron Fire near Eureka that nearly took out the town.6:05 pm: Leor Sapir, Adjunct Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, joins the show to discuss his piece for the City Journal about major transgender suicide study that has crumbled under closer examination.6:38 pm: Thaddeus McCotter, a contributor to American Greatness, joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about his piece on a study showing iPhones may be to blame for the drop in the fertility rates in the U.S.
Hour 1 of today's show begins with Josh Hammer, Newsweek Senior Editor at Large and host of the Josh Hammer Show, who joins the show to discuss the latest on negotiations between the US and Iran. Ilya Shapiro, Senior Fellow and Director of Constitutional Studies at the Manhattan Institute, joins the show to discuss the World Cup, as well as what could be in the Democrats 2028 playbook.
Ilya Shapiro, Senior Fellow and Director of Constitutional Studies at the Manhattan Institute, joins the show to discuss the World Cup, as well as what could be in the Democrats 2028 playbook.
Hour 1 of today's show begins with Josh Hammer, Newsweek Senior Editor at Large and host of the Josh Hammer Show, who joins the show to discuss the latest on negotiations between the US and Iran. Ilya Shapiro, Senior Fellow and Director of Constitutional Studies at the Manhattan Institute, joins the show to discuss the World Cup, as well as what could be in the Democrats 2028 playbook. Hour 2 of the Mark Reardon Show sparks a conversation about how many houses we have lived in. We hear Sue's News, where we get Sue's top stories of the day. Tim Sommer, Music Journalist and Former Record Executive, joins the show to discuss the passing of Clive Davis, as well as the huge mark that he left on the music industry. We round the hour out with KSDK Sports Director, Frank Cusumano, who discusses The Cardinals' loss to the Royals, and Nolan Arenado's return to Busch Stadium tonight. Hour 3 of The Mark Reardon Show begins with John Lamping, Former Missouri State Senator, who joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the Iran process, as well as on Amendment 5 on the August Missouri Ballot, which involves phasing out the Missouri Income Tax. Rick Stream, Republican Elections Director for St. Louis County, joins the show to discuss how election judges are needed for August and November elections. We round the hour and the show out with our 'Audio Cut of the Day!'
Let's pay tribute to Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. on Juneteenth National Independence Day, which annually commemorates on June 19 the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. A descendant of slaves, MLK's legacy is the powerful story of a Baptist minister who became a pivotal leader in the Civil Rights Movement. Check out our Juneteenth tribute video at https://youtu.be/A5E_unF8Wvs which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Inquisikids products available at https://amzn.to/49ZRrhV Juneteenth books at https://amzn.to/3SkcRRs MLK books available at https://amzn.to/49zwY32 Civil Rights books available at https://amzn.to/4q0jbJf ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's HISTORICAL JESUS podcast at https://parthenonpodcast.com/historical-jesus Mark's TIMELINE video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 X (twitter): https://twitter.com/MarkVinet_HNA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credits: Inquisikids Daily 15jan2024 Who Was Martin Luther King Jr.?; I Have a Dream speech by Martin Luther King Jr. (Archive.org); PragerU 5-Minute Videos 14jan2019 Where Are You, Martin Luther King? by Jason Riley, Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute. Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
0:30 - Teen takeovers in Chicago 16:37 - Iran 44:54 - Remembering Tom Dreesen: Dan’s interview with Tom from 11/7/25 01:18:05 - Professor at George Mason University Scalia Law School and senior fellow at the Heritage Foundation, Eugene Kontorovich, weighs in on the Memorandum of Understanding, saying “It strengthens Iran, there is no other way to put it.” Follow Professor Kontorovich on X @EVKontorovich 01:36:35 - University of Chicago law professor emeritus Richard Epstein discusses his legal battles over the Obama Presidential Center, saying, “If you’re 100% right in a case against the government, you have a 50% chance of winning.” Check out Richard’s newest book The Myth of Birthright Citizenship 01:53:54 - Manhattan Institute researcher Neetu Arnold discusses grade inflation and why schools may need new ways to separate exceptional students from the pack. 02:07:32 - Hussain Abdul-Hussain, research fellow at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, on the Iran peace deal and Trading Away Lebanon: Washington’s Bargains at Beirut’s Expense. Hussain is also the author of The Arab Case for IsraelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Department of Justice is cracking down on nationwide protests erupting over President Trump's border policies. Backed by a new $70-billion Homeland Security bill funding ICE and Border Patrol, federal prosecutors have charged 15 individuals in Minnesota with violently resisting federal officers. FOX News' Bill Melugin speaks with former Acting ICE Director Jonathan Fahey to break down the DOJ's new legal strategy, and the intense political battle across the country that's shaping the future of America's immigration enforcement. Average grade point averages in American high schools and colleges have mysteriously skyrocketed over recent decades, leaving many to wonder if a 4.0 still means what it used to as an A becomes the nation's most common grade. Neetu Arnold of the Manhattan Institute joins to discuss how grade inflation and a decline in school accountability have compromised academic readiness, the consequences for students entering higher education and the workforce, and why elite universities are reversing pandemic-era policies to bring back standardized testing metrics. PLUS, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Department of Justice is cracking down on nationwide protests erupting over President Trump's border policies. Backed by a new $70-billion Homeland Security bill funding ICE and Border Patrol, federal prosecutors have charged 15 individuals in Minnesota with violently resisting federal officers. FOX News' Bill Melugin speaks with former Acting ICE Director Jonathan Fahey to break down the DOJ's new legal strategy, and the intense political battle across the country that's shaping the future of America's immigration enforcement. Average grade point averages in American high schools and colleges have mysteriously skyrocketed over recent decades, leaving many to wonder if a 4.0 still means what it used to as an A becomes the nation's most common grade. Neetu Arnold of the Manhattan Institute joins to discuss how grade inflation and a decline in school accountability have compromised academic readiness, the consequences for students entering higher education and the workforce, and why elite universities are reversing pandemic-era policies to bring back standardized testing metrics. PLUS, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Department of Justice is cracking down on nationwide protests erupting over President Trump's border policies. Backed by a new $70-billion Homeland Security bill funding ICE and Border Patrol, federal prosecutors have charged 15 individuals in Minnesota with violently resisting federal officers. FOX News' Bill Melugin speaks with former Acting ICE Director Jonathan Fahey to break down the DOJ's new legal strategy, and the intense political battle across the country that's shaping the future of America's immigration enforcement. Average grade point averages in American high schools and colleges have mysteriously skyrocketed over recent decades, leaving many to wonder if a 4.0 still means what it used to as an A becomes the nation's most common grade. Neetu Arnold of the Manhattan Institute joins to discuss how grade inflation and a decline in school accountability have compromised academic readiness, the consequences for students entering higher education and the workforce, and why elite universities are reversing pandemic-era policies to bring back standardized testing metrics. PLUS, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What is the future of the Republican and Democratic parties in our nation? The answer may surprise you.rnrnAhead of the 2026 midterm elections, in an age of ideological tension where politics seems more divided than ever, a new Manhattan Institute poll is cutting through the noise-showing us all where the political right and left parties are actually headed. The findings urge us to be wary of the narratives pushed by online algorithms and corporate media, and to uncover the actual values of average Americans. This polling, for both Democrats and Republicans, provides a compelling snapshot of the challenges facing each party, and, by extension, our democracy.rnrnBehind the research is Jesse Arm, the Vice President of External Affairs at the Manhattan Institute, where he oversees communications, government relations, and polling. Before the Manhattan Institute, Jesse worked as a pollster and project manager at Applecart, an NYC-based political consulting and data analytics firm, where he advised political campaigns, advocacy organizations, trade associations, and corporations.rnrnJoin us at the City Club as Karen Kasler, Statehouse News Bureau Chief at Ohio Public Radio and Television, sits down with Jesse Arm to discuss his latest research, and what it means for communities across the nation, the politics shaping our lives, and the future of our democracy.
In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First: A discussion with Manhattan Institute's Allison Schrager, about the new inflation numbers hitting a three-year high. Then: ProPublica's Perla Trevizo discusses the conditions at Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention centers across the U.S. Finally: Max Stier of the Partnership for Public Service discusses the Trump administration's changes to the federal workforce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today on The Gist, Its Not Even Mad. Mike Pesca is joined by venture capitalist Bradley Tusk and Manhattan Institute senior fellow Charles Fain Lehman for a panel debate on political judgment and modern vice. The trio dives into the results of the Maine Democratic primary, questioning whether progressive candidate Graham Plattner can overcome a cascade of personal scandals to unseat longtime Republican incumbent Susan Collins. They also dissect the election logistics of California and the explosion of mobile sports betting apps, tracking the friction between state and federal regulations while exploring how on-device gambling exploits algorithmic data to target young men. Produced by Corey Wara Video and Social Media by Geoff Craig Do you have questions or comments, or just want to say hello? Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com For full Pesca content and updates, check out our website at https://www.mikepesca.com/ For ad-free content or to become a Pesca Plus subscriber, check out https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ For Mike's daily takes on Substack, subscribe to The Gist List https://mikepesca.substack.com/ Follow us on Social Media: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pescagist/ X https://x.com/pescami TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@pescagist To advertise on the show, contact sales@amplitudemediapartners.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Wednesday, June 10, 20264:38 pm: Jennifer Weber, K-12 Education Policy Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, joins the show to discuss the latest Nation's Report Card assessments for reading and math.6:05 pm: Ed Ring, Senior Fellow at the Center for American Greatness, joins the show to discuss his column about how California's political machine reshaped the final vote count and buried Spencer Pratt's bid for LA Mayor.6:38 pm: Guy Ciarrocchi, contributor to Broad and Liberty, joins the program to discuss his latest piece about the 10 Commandments of the Left, which outlines the items with which a middle ground does not exist with Democrats.
In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Josh Hammer, Newsweek's Senior Editor at Large and the Host of The Josh Hammer Show on 97.1 FM Talk. They discuss his latest trip to Israel and discuss how close a peace deal is with Iran. He's later joined by John Lott, the President of the Crime Prevention Research Center. They discuss his latest article in Real Clear Politics titled, "Gun Safety: Violent Crime Drops as More Americans Pack Heat". In hour 2, Ethan hosts, "Ethan's News" where he discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Tiffany Justice, a Co-Founder of Moms For Liberty. She reacts to Scott Pelley's firing from 60 Minutes as well as her interactions with him while appearing on a 2024 episode of the show. He's later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano. He recaps the Cardinals sweep of the Cincinnati Reds, the Stanley Cup and NBA Finals and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by John Ziegler, the Co-Host of the podcast, “The Death of Journalism” and a former Mediaite Columnist. Ziegler discusses the latest on the California Governor and LA Mayor's race including Spencer Pratt's very sudden drop to 3rd. He's later joined by John Sailer, the Director of Higher Education Policy and a Senior Fellow at The Manhattan Institute. He discusses the new report on political biases being taught on college campuses including Washington University of St Louis. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.
In hour 3, Mark is joined by John Ziegler, the Co-Host of the podcast, “The Death of Journalism” and a former Mediaite Columnist. Ziegler discusses the latest on the California Governor and LA Mayor's race including Spencer Pratt's very sudden drop to 3rd. He's later joined by John Sailer, the Director of Higher Education Policy and a Senior Fellow at The Manhattan Institute. He discusses the new report on political biases being taught on college campuses including Washington University of St Louis. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.
Mark is joined by John Sailer, the Director of Higher Education Policy and a Senior Fellow at The Manhattan Institute. He discusses the new report on political biases being taught on college campuses including Washington University of St Louis.
It's very easy to be outraged or depressed about American politics today, and much more challenging and interesting to consider how things might be better. Instead of dismissing our political opponents or viewing them with disdain or disgust, how can we understand them better and learn from them?That's where Braver Angels 1:1 Conversations come in. Two people from different backgrounds and beliefs use a structured list of questions. The goals are for both of them to better understand their experiences, feelings and beliefs, find out what you may have in common, and learn how to bridge divides.In this episode, our podcast host Richard Davies has a lively and fun 40 minute 1:1 Conversation with Sue Lani Madsen about their red/blue, rural/urban differences. Along the way, they learned a lot of interesting things about each other.Sue Lani Madsen is an architect and founding partner of a major regional architecture and interior design firm with over 40 years of experience serving public and private clients. She writes frequently on Substack, is a US Army veteran, volunteer firefighter and mother of five who lives on a ranch in rural Eastern Washington. A political conservative, Sue Lani serves as a co-chair of the Central/Eastern Washington Alliance of Braver Angels.Richard Davies spent nearly four decades as a Correspondent and reporter at ABC News Radio. He began his career as a radio journalist in England. Richard is a liberal and is a volunteer for Braver Angels in Connecticut and New York."How Do We Fix It?" is committed to asking constructive questions across differences. For nine years, Richard co-hosted this podcast with his good friend, James Meigs, of The Manhattan Institute and Wall Street Journal. In recent episodes, we've reported on the people, projects, and ideas of Braver Angels, America's largest volunteer-led grassroots movement devoted to healing divides and building civic muscle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Joe Piscopo Show 6-3-26 47:20- Tom Del Beccaro, attorney, acclaimed author, speaker and the former Chairman of the California Republican Party Topic: California primary results 57:04- Dr. Ben Dworkin, Founding Director of the Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship at Rowan University in Glassboro, NJ Topic: New Jersey primary results 1:05:33- Stephen Moore, "Joe Piscopo Show" Resident Scholar of Economics, Chairman of FreedomWorks Task Force on Economic Revival, former Trump economic adviser and the author of "The Trump Economic Miracle: And the Plan to Unleash Prosperity Again" Topic: Politicians meddling in college sports 1:18:28- Mike Gallagher, radio talk show host heard weekday mornings at 10 a.m. on AM 970 The Answer Topic: Primary results; Other news of the day 1:39:23- Dr. Rebecca Grant, national security analyst based in Washington, D.C. Specializing in defense and aerospace research, founder of IRIS Independent Research, and Senior Fellow at the Lexington Institute Topic: Ongoing Iran peace talks 1:53:18- Andrew McCarthy, Contributing Editor at National Review & Fellow at the National Review Institute, and a Fox News Contributor Topic: Charlie Kirk murder case; Other legal news of the day 2:04:53- Rafael Mangual, senior fellow with and head of research for the Manhattan Institute’s Policing and Public Safety Initiative and a contributing editor of City Journal, and the author of "Criminal (In)Justice" Topic: "New York’s new sanctuary state laws are a recipe for chaos" (New York Post op ed)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Americans who know Cuba best—those who fled the Communist-ruled island and their descendants—loathe the country's Communist regime, in power since Fidel Castro overthrew an American-backed strongman in 1959. Thanks to Cold War geopolitics and the political influence of those Cuban-American communities (especially those around Miami, home city of Secretary of State Marco Rubio), the United States has maintained strict restrictions on trade and travel to the island, largely on a bipartisan basis. But left-of-center activists often operate as if laws they don't like don't apply to them, and that any infractions will be dismissed with a wink and a nod by their “moderate” allies. And with an aggressive right-of-center government in power, that is increasingly a bad bet, as a number of radical-left activists including podcaster Hasan Piker and CodePink leader Medea Benjamin have reportedly been subpoenaed for information about their participation in the “Nuestra America Convoy” supporting the Communist regime. How much trouble are these leftist agitators potentially in? What are they doing, and who's funding it? Stu Smith of the Manhattan Institute joins us to discuss.Feds subpoena Hasan Piker, Medea Benjamin over Cuba tripsHasan PikerCode Pink (CODEPINK)Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)The Cuban regime's American sympathizersStu Smith
Susan Pendergrass speaks with Judge Glock, director of research and senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and contributing editor at City Journal, about the growing debate over data centers in Missouri and across the country. They discuss why some communities are banning data centers while others are welcoming them, how Loudoun County, Virginia became the global epicenter of data center development and what it has meant for local tax revenue, whether concerns about noise, aesthetics, and energy use are valid, and more. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity
Griff Jenkins fills in for Brian Kilmeade to break down a massive day of news, starting with a historic finish at the Indy500 with winner Felix Rosenqvist. We dive deep into the Texas Republican primary runoff as Karl Rove exposes the high stakes of the Paxton vs. Cornyn race and the progressive threat from James Talarico. Plus, Congressman Jim Jordan exposes the radical left's multi-step border plan, Col. Allen West reacts to President Trump's potential Iran deal, and Manhattan Institute's Judge Glock breaks down why current industrial policies fail middle America. [00:00:00] Felix Rosenqvist [00:10:32] Allen West [00:18:26] Rep. Jim Jordan [00:36:50] Karl Rove [00:55:13] Sen. John Cornyn [01:13:38] Judge Glock [01:24:43] John Stanford [01:32:01] Elizabeth Pipko Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Across America's biggest cities, groups of teenagers are swarming stores, attacking bystanders, targeting police officers, and organizing “teen takeovers” through social media. Officials insist crime is falling but viral videos tell a different story. Manhattan Institute fellow and “The War on Cops” author Heather Mac Donald joins Morning Wire to discuss what's driving the rise in youth violence, why cities are struggling to respond, and how anti-police policies may be making the problem worse. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.- - -Ep. 2803- - -Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3- - -Today's Sponsors:Fabletics - Shop now at Fabletics.com/wire to get 70- 80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP. Zip Recruiter - Post jobs FOR FREE at https://ZipRecruiter.com/WIRE- - -Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacymorning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this episode of Unsupervised Learning Razib talks to Christopher Rufo. Rufo is a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute for Policy Research. A contributing editor at City Journal, author of the New York Times bestseller America's Cultural Revolution, and 2025 Bradley Prize recipient, he also serves as a New College of Florida board member and Distinguished Fellow at Hillsdale College. He is also co-host of the podcast Rufo and Lomez. Raised in Sacramento, California, Rufo graduated magna cum laude from Georgetown University's Walsh School of Foreign Service in 2006 and a Master of Liberal Arts in Government from Harvard Extension School in 2022. He lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife and children. Razib and Rufo first discuss his California upbringing and the idyllic environment of the Golden State. They discuss what they both love about California and why it matters for the US as a whole. Razib brings up the contrast with Texas, where the weather and scenery are less attractive, but pro-business and pro-housing regulatory framework has attracted many migrants from California. Rufo then details exactly what he's uncovered about the poor governance in his home state under Gavin Newsom. They also discuss the prospects in the current governor's race, and whether California's pathologies can ever be fixed.
Guests: Heather MacDonald and Richard Samuelson Host Scot Bertram talks with Heather Mac Donald, the Thomas W. Smith fellow at the Manhattan Institute and contributing editor at City Journal, about efforts by the Trump administration to curb DEI programs and her book When Race Trumps Merit: How the Pursuit of Equity Sacrifices Excellence, Destroys Beauty, and Threatens […]
Guests: Heather MacDonald and Richard Samuelson Host Scot Bertram talks with Heather Mac Donald, the Thomas W. Smith fellow at the Manhattan Institute and contributing editor at City Journal, about efforts by the Trump administration to curb DEI programs and her book When Race Trumps Merit: How the Pursuit of Equity Sacrifices Excellence, Destroys Beauty, and Threatens Lives. And Richard Samuelson, associate professor of government at Hillsdale College’s Washington, D.C. campus, continues a series celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. This week, Thomas Paine’s Common Sense and Abigail Adams’ admonition to “remember the ladies.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With the 2030 Census fast approaching, battles over redistricting and congressional apportionment continue to take shape. As population shifts continue, driven by migration from blue states to red states and the influx of illegal immigrants into sanctuary cities, both parties are looking to secure a larger share of political representation in the decade ahead. At the center of the debate is the Democratic Party's reliance on a strict, constructivist reading of Article I's “Free Persons Clause” to justify counting illegal immigrants in reapportionment and redistricting. Critics argue that the lack of legal basis hinder our ability to police the practice and contend that the voting power of American citizens are effectively diluted. Howard proposes an alternative approach: a citizenship initiative focused on those here legally and eligible to naturalize, rather than creating what he describes as modern-day “rotten boroughs”, districts with inflated populations but disproportionate influence in federal elections. Would the Democratic Party support such an effort? Or will they continue to double down on their outrageously unpopular embrace of high illegal immigration?Howard Husock is a senior fellow in Domestic Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), where he focuses on municipal government, urban housing policy, civil society, and philanthropy. Before joining AEI, Mr. Husock was vice president for research and publications at the Manhattan Institute. He has also been a director of case studies in public policy and management at the Harvard Kennedy School, a member of the board of directors of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and a journalist and Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker.Read the transcript here.Subscribe to our Substack here.
Ben Sasse addresses the centrality of the family and the challenges of technology in accepting the Manhattan Institute's Hamilton Award.
Large-Scale Spending Allegation Claims California spent approximately $1 billion to bring or support 400,000 undocumented immigrants. Attributes these figures to a report allegedly from the Manhattan Institute. Use of Public Funds Asserts state and federal tax dollars were directed to nonprofit organizations (e.g., Catholic Charities, Jewish Family Services, immigrant legal groups). Frames this funding as political kickbacks rather than humanitarian or service-based grants. Political Organizing Accusations Claims immigrant-advocacy organizations function as political machines: Organizing protests Producing political messaging Monitoring ICE activities Alleges coordination with Democratic political goals. Social and Economic Impact Narrative Argues mass immigration: Depresses wages Increases housing costs Strains public services Drives longtime residents out of California Uses anecdotal housing examples to emphasize overcrowding and rent inflation. Historical and Ideological Framing Compares modern Democratic immigration policies to 19th-century political machines (e.g., Tammany Hall). Frames migrants as: Economic tools Long-term welfare recipients Future Democratic voters Uses language suggesting exploitation and dependency. Criticism of Sanctuary Policies Strongly opposes sanctuary city laws. Frames limits on immigration enforcement as: Encouraging illegality Undermining public safety Blocking federal authority Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Iran's Game Plan Breaking news out of Virginia, where a state circuit court judge blocked certification of the voter‑approved redistricting referendum that would have shifted the state’s congressional map from a 6–5 split to a 10–1 Democratic advantage. The judge ruled the process unconstitutional, citing violations of Virginia’s constitutional requirements, improper use of a special legislative session, insufficient public notice, and what the court called a misleading ballot question. Clay and Buck explain why this ruling could derail the entire redistricting effort and force rapid intervention by the Virginia Supreme Court and possibly the U.S. Supreme Court. They emphasize that the legal uncertainty threatens election timelines, ballot preparation, and primary contests, turning Virginia into a potential national test case for how far courts will allow mid‑cycle redistricting to go. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton then pivot to Iran and global security, with extensive analysis of President Donald Trump’s statements on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. The hosts examine Trump’s claim that the U.S. controls maritime traffic and is enforcing an effective blockade until Iran produces a deal, while also noting severe internal divisions inside Iran between hardliners, the IRGC, and civilian negotiators. Clay explains why Iran’s leadership crisis complicates diplomacy, while Buck lays out in detail how the blockade is inflicting devastating economic harm—particularly through Iran’s limited oil storage capacity and the long‑term damage caused by halting production. Resistance Judiciary Clay and Buck discuss the idea that the judiciary has become a de facto political actor, particularly during the Trump era. Buck describes what the hosts call a “resistance judiciary,” with judges using injunctions and procedural rulings to halt policy even when cases are likely to be overturned later. They contrast this trend with the Supreme Court’s role, warning that without a conservative majority, constitutional interpretation itself would become unrecognizable. The Virginia redistricting case is used as the most recent example of how a single judge can temporarily upend elections, legislative plans, and national strategy. They then pivot into an extended and highly critical discussion of Spirit Airlines and the blocked JetBlue merger, which Clay describes as one of the clearest examples of judicial failure in recent years. Clay explains how Spirit agreed to a multibillion‑dollar acquisition by JetBlue, warned that bankruptcy was inevitable without the merger, and then saw the deal halted after the Biden administration sued on antitrust grounds. A federal judge sided with the government, rejecting Spirit’s warning—only for the airline to file for bankruptcy months later and now face another potential collapse. Clay argues that the ruling wiped out shareholders, endangered thousands of jobs, and may now force taxpayers to subsidize an airline that could have survived through private market solutions. The Opposite of Reality Rafael Mangual, head of research for the Manhattan Institute’s Policing and Public Safety Initiative, for an extended interview that anchors much of the hour. The discussion opens with encouraging national crime trends, as Mangual explains that serious violent crime—especially homicides and shootings—is declining across many U.S. cities, with especially sharp drops in places like Memphis and Washington, D.C., which have been targeted by Trump administration federal task forces. Those efforts, combining multi‑agency law‑enforcement deployments and National Guard support, have produced dramatic results, including a reported more‑than‑40 percent reduction in violent crime in Memphis. Mangual and the hosts emphasize that crime reduction is not mysterious or unattainable but the product of consistent enforcement and public support for policing. Mangual contrasts the positive reception officers receive in high‑crime cities desperate for safety with hostility he says law enforcement faced in Minneapolis, illustrating how political culture and public messaging affect outcomes on the ground. The conversation then transitions into a frank, statistics‑based examination of homicide in America. Mangual outlines the typical profile of both homicide offenders and victims—young men, overwhelmingly Black or Hispanic, with extensive criminal histories and repeated prior arrests—arguing that the justice system already knows who the most dangerous individuals are but repeatedly releases them. He makes the case that serious habitual‑offender policies could cut the murder rate by another 50 percent, potentially saving roughly 10,000 lives per year, most of them in minority communities. The hosts build on those findings by discussing the historical precedent: from 1990 to 2014, the U.S. already reduced homicides by half, a change that added a full year of life expectancy to the average Black male. Mangual argues that public fatigue with permissive criminal‑justice policies after the post‑2020 crime spike is driving a political shift, with progressive prosecutors losing elections and states rolling back earlier reforms. Hour 3 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show also digs into transit crime, highlighting how enforcement measures like fare gates and barriers on San Francisco’s BART system produced both a major revenue increase and a 41 percent drop in crime—evidence, the hosts say, that “broken windows”–style policies still work. This data‑backed approach is contrasted with proposals in New York to make buses free, which Clay and Buck argue would worsen safety and quality of life. Class Warfare Backfires Clay and Buck pivot to New York City politics and economics, focusing on Zohran Mamdani’s “tax the rich” agenda and a class‑warfare video targeting hedge‑fund billionaire Ken Griffin over his Manhattan penthouse. Clay and Buck criticize Mamdani for publicly singling out wealthy residents and businesses, arguing such rhetoric will accelerate capital flight, job losses, and long‑term fiscal damage. They highlight Griffin’s tax contributions, philanthropic giving, and job creation, warning that vilifying high‑income taxpayers risks hollowing out the city’s economic base and making New York less safe and less prosperous. 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