Podcasts about R Street Institute

Recently we saw the sister of a man who was killed in a road rage incident use AI to have her brother deliver his own victim impact statement in court. It was an extraordinary thing to see the victim say (through AI) that in another life, his killer and he could have been friends. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they thought about this. Her guests this week are Meghan Holbrook, Senior Vice President of Government Relations with Zions Bank and Kelli Pierce,  Digital Media Associate with the R Street Institute. 

We learned recently that Utah was ranked #1 in teaching financial literacy. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they thought about this. Her guests this week are Meghan Holbrook, Senior Vice President of Government Relations with Zions Bank and Kelli Pierce,  Digital Media Associate with the R Street Institute. 

President Trump's approval rating is up to 44%. Some recent polling shows Americans are a little less worried about recession and inflation. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they thought about this. Her guests this week are Meghan Holbrook, Senior Vice President of Government Relations with Zions Bank and Kelli Pierce,  Digital Media Associate with the R Street Institute. 

The R Street Institute's Josiah Neely discusses the Trump Administration's executive orders related to energy. Neely explains what Trump's EOs are designed to do and the likely effect consumers will experience.

Adam Thierer from the R Street Institute discusses the importance of winning the race for dominance in the field of artificiall intelligence. He compares the competition between US-based AI and China's Deepseek AI and why it matters around the globe.

4:20 pm: Senator Mike Lee joins Rod and Greg for their weekly conversation about what's happening in Washington, D.C., and today they'll discuss budget reconciliation, among other topics.4:38 pm: Senator John Johnson joins the program to discuss his bill, recently signed into law by Governor Cox, that will now require the state's college and university students to take classes focusing on Western civilization, the rise of Christianity and the American Founding Fathers.6:05 pm: Fox News Columnist Liz Peek joins the show for a conversation about her piece on how President Trump, Environmental Protection Agency administrator Lee Zeldin have offered a special solution to the “green agenda” of Joe Biden.6:38 pm: Spence Purnell, Resident Senior Fellow in Technology and Innovation at the R Street Institute joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about why he says new online safety laws, like those enacted in recent years in Utah, could backfire.

Mike Ferguson In The Morning- Military strike plans were leaked after someone was accidently added to an official government group chat discussing the operation. - Spence Purnell from R Street Institute talks with Mike and Gabe about internet safety and the dangers of government mandated age/ identification verifications in regards to our constitutional rights. - Homan continues targeting violently criminal illegals, and the left continues to cry about it...Reminder: FREE tickets are still available for Americans for Prosperity's "Torch the Tax" Event on April 16 - ft. Knoxville, TN Mayor Glenn Jacobs aka KANE!RSVP here: https://americansforprosperity.actcentr.com/events/torch-the-tax-kaneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Toni Angelini speaks with Caroline Melear from the R Street Institute about the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement. They discuss the detrimental effects of federal subsidies on the American food supply, particularly how these subsidies contribute to health crises such as obesity in children. Caroline shares her insights on the federal crop insurance program, the importance of raising awareness about food quality, and the need for significant changes in government policy to promote healthier food options. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josiah Neeley from R Street Institute talks about President Trump's Executive Order on energy with a look at its merits and potential pitfalls. Here's the article: https://nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-world/a-review-of-the-trump-administrations-executive-order-on-energy More research and articles from Josiah here: https://www.rstreet.org/people/josiah-neeley/ NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(7:05am) Josiah Neeley from R Street Institute talks about President Trump's Executive Order on energy with a look at its merits and potential pitfalls. Here's the article: https://nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-world/a-review-of-the-trump-administrations-executive-order-on-energy More research and articles from Josiah here: https://www.rstreet.org/people/josiah-neeley/ (7:20am) Illegal aliens are being tipped off that ICE agents are in their town. More confirmation hearings are on the way today, including RFK Jr. this morning. UPDATE: The Senate confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to be the next Secretary of Health and Human Services by a 52-48 party-line vote. Story here: https://redstate.com/streiff/2025/02/13/robert-f-kennedy-confirmed-n2185530 (7:35am) Mark Schmitz talks about next week's pub crawl fundraiser for TheFreedom13.com. More info here: https://thefreedom13.org/ (7:50am) A look at some of the best and worst Valentine's Day gifts. Story here: https://nypost.com/astrology/worst-valentines-day-gifts/ NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This past week began with a tech selloff as Chinese AI startup DeepSeek spooked investors worldwide. Chipmakers Nvidia and Broadcom were the stocks most impacted, as DeepSeek's AI virtual assistant "R1" was reportedly made much cheaper and faster than its American competitors. Entrepreneurs and policymakers worry DeepSeek could be a modern-day “Sputnik moment” and a sign that America is falling behind in the AI race. Adam Thierer, a senior fellow for the Technology & Innovation team at the R Street Institute, joined host Jessica Rosenthal to discuss the importance of America remaining a global leader in artificial intelligence. On the FOX News Rundown Extra, hear their full discussion about why the emergence of DeepSeek should serve as a wake-up call for our country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This past week began with a tech selloff as Chinese AI startup DeepSeek spooked investors worldwide. Chipmakers Nvidia and Broadcom were the stocks most impacted, as DeepSeek's AI virtual assistant "R1" was reportedly made much cheaper and faster than its American competitors. Entrepreneurs and policymakers worry DeepSeek could be a modern-day “Sputnik moment” and a sign that America is falling behind in the AI race. Adam Thierer, a senior fellow for the Technology & Innovation team at the R Street Institute, joined host Jessica Rosenthal to discuss the importance of America remaining a global leader in artificial intelligence. On the FOX News Rundown Extra, hear their full discussion about why the emergence of DeepSeek should serve as a wake-up call for our country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This past week began with a tech selloff as Chinese AI startup DeepSeek spooked investors worldwide. Chipmakers Nvidia and Broadcom were the stocks most impacted, as DeepSeek's AI virtual assistant "R1" was reportedly made much cheaper and faster than its American competitors. Entrepreneurs and policymakers worry DeepSeek could be a modern-day “Sputnik moment” and a sign that America is falling behind in the AI race. Adam Thierer, a senior fellow for the Technology & Innovation team at the R Street Institute, joined host Jessica Rosenthal to discuss the importance of America remaining a global leader in artificial intelligence. On the FOX News Rundown Extra, hear their full discussion about why the emergence of DeepSeek should serve as a wake-up call for our country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Senator Mike Lee called for the elimination of the TSA. He said he wanted to "abolish" the TSA and let the airlines do their own screening. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they think about that. Her guests this week include Kelli Pierce, Digital Media Associate with the R Street Institute and Kristin Sokol, Professional Relationship and Dating Coach. 

This week a massive freeze on federal grants was supposed to go into effect on Tuesday at 5:00. Millions around the country were caught off guard and didn't know how it would affect them. Lawsuits were immediately filed. Then the administration rescinded the freeze - never mind. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they think about that and the offer to federal employees to be paid through September and resign. Her guests this week include Kelli Pierce, Digital Media Associate with the R Street Institute and Kristin Sokol, Professional Relationship and Dating Coach. 

There is a bill being considered on Utah's Capitol hill that would ban unions from representing public workers like teachers and police officers. Public employees could still join a union, but the union would not have the power to negotiate on their behalf. What? Why would public employees be treated differently under the law from private employees? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they think about that. Her guests this week include Kelli Pierce, Digital Media Associate with the R Street Institute and Kristin Sokol, Professional Relationship and Dating Coach. 

There is a new bill being proposed in the Utah legislature that would require parents who make money from their actor kids or from posting about their children on social media to set aside money for their children. The bill would also give the children the right to demand that their pictures being taken down after they turn 18. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they think about that. Her guests this week include Kelli Pierce, Digital Media Associate with the R Street Institute and Kristin Sokol, Professional Relationship and Dating Coach. 

The southern border was a hot-button issue during the campaign, and President Donald Trump continues his push for immigration reform as he enters his second week in office. Former acting ICE Director during the first Trump administration, Jonathan Fahey joins the Rundown to discuss the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigrants, who could be targeted by ICE, and how the Trump White House plans to enforce its reforms. This week began with a tech selloff in the markets after investors were spooked by Chinese AI startup DeepSeek. Experts are calling it “AI's Sputnik moment,” as this China-based company produced a vastly less expensive product that knocked ChatGPT off the number one spot in the Apple App Store. R Street Institute policy analyst Adam Thierer about how China's “world-class AI model” is a wake-up call for America's tech giants and AI innovation. Plus, commentary from FOX News contributor and host of the Jason In The House podcast, Jason Chaffetz. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The southern border was a hot-button issue during the campaign, and President Donald Trump continues his push for immigration reform as he enters his second week in office. Former acting ICE Director during the first Trump administration, Jonathan Fahey joins the Rundown to discuss the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigrants, who could be targeted by ICE, and how the Trump White House plans to enforce its reforms. This week began with a tech selloff in the markets after investors were spooked by Chinese AI startup DeepSeek. Experts are calling it “AI's Sputnik moment,” as this China-based company produced a vastly less expensive product that knocked ChatGPT off the number one spot in the Apple App Store. R Street Institute policy analyst Adam Thierer about how China's “world-class AI model” is a wake-up call for America's tech giants and AI innovation. Plus, commentary from FOX News contributor and host of the Jason In The House podcast, Jason Chaffetz. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The southern border was a hot-button issue during the campaign, and President Donald Trump continues his push for immigration reform as he enters his second week in office. Former acting ICE Director during the first Trump administration, Jonathan Fahey joins the Rundown to discuss the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigrants, who could be targeted by ICE, and how the Trump White House plans to enforce its reforms. This week began with a tech selloff in the markets after investors were spooked by Chinese AI startup DeepSeek. Experts are calling it “AI's Sputnik moment,” as this China-based company produced a vastly less expensive product that knocked ChatGPT off the number one spot in the Apple App Store. R Street Institute policy analyst Adam Thierer about how China's “world-class AI model” is a wake-up call for America's tech giants and AI innovation. Plus, commentary from FOX News contributor and host of the Jason In The House podcast, Jason Chaffetz. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Caroline Melear from the R Street Institute looks at and beyond the current debate over the government's role in "making American healthy again", to borrow the phrase from Robert F Kennedy, Jr. Among her perspectives is that other federal programs, specifically subsidies for processed food manufacturing, create insentives to provide cheap, unhealthy food. For more information: https://www.rstreet.org/commentary/end-farm-subsidies-for-ultra-processed-foods/

Caleb Watney is the co-founder and co-CEO of IFP. He manages the metascience, high-skilled immigration, and emerging technology policy teams at IFP. His research focuses on policy levers the U.S. could use to rebuild state capacity and increase long-term rates of innovation. Previously, Caleb worked as the director of innovation policy at the Progressive Policy Insitute, a technology policy fellow at the R Street Institute, and a graduate research fellow at the Mercatus Center. Key HighlightsAbout Foresight InstituteForesight Institute is a research organization and non-profit that supports the beneficial development of high-impact technologies. Since our founding in 1987 on a vision of guiding powerful technologies, we have continued to evolve into a many-armed organization that focuses on several fields of science and technology that are too ambitious for legacy institutions to support.Allison DuettmannThe President and CEO of Foresight Institute, Allison Duettmann directs the Intelligent Cooperation, Molecular Machines, Biotech & Health Extension, Neurotech, and Space Programs, alongside Fellowships, Prizes, and Tech Trees. She has also been pivotal in co-initiating the Longevity Prize, pioneering initiatives like Existentialhope.com, and contributing to notable works like "Superintelligence: Coordination & Strategy" and "Gaming the Future".Get Involved with Foresight:Apply to our virtual technical seminars Join our in-person events and workshops Donate: Support Our Work – If you enjoy what we do, please consider this, as we are entirely funded by your donations!Follow Us: Twitter | Facebook | LinkedInNote: Explore every word spoken on this podcast through Fathom.fm, an innovative podcast search engine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special episode, New York Times reporter Ana Swanson is joined by Neil Chilson, Head of AI Policy at The Abundance Institute, Kara Frederick, Director, Tech Policy Center at The Heritage Foundation, and Brandon Pugh, Director and Senior Fellow, Cybersecurity and Emerging Threats at R Street Institute. They discuss what we can expect from the incoming Trump administration when it comes to AI policy. 

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 12-10-24 (7:05am) Caroline Melear, a fellow for the R Street Institute's Finance, Insurance and Trade team, talks about ending farm subsidies for ultra-processes foods. Caroline states that "Prioritizing the health of Americans is essential for the health of the nation, and now is the time to do it." Caroline's column on this issue is here: https://www.rstreet.org/commentary/end-farm-subsidies-for-ultra-processed-foods/ More articles from Caroline here: https://www.rstreet.org/commentary/end-farm-subsidies-for-ultra-processed-foods/ More on R Street here: https://www.rstreet.org/ (7:20am) We follow up the interview with Caroline Melear from the R Street Institute about MAHA and RFK Jr. hoping to change and improve the health culture in America. (7:35am) Bonner Cohen, from the Committee For A Constructive Tomorrow and the National Center for Public Policy Research, talks about Trump's nominee for the Department of Energy, Chris Wright. He is the CEO of Liberty Energy, a Denver-based oil and natural gas fracking service company. He will lead the fight against climate activists and green energy companies, and has promised to be the climate cartel's worst nightmare. Here is Bonner's op-ed piece from the Washington Times: www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/nov/20/trump-energy-secretary-wright-promises-climate-car/ More columns from Bonner here: https://www.cfact.org/bonner-cohen/ (7:50am) Mike's bananarama!! He ordered 10 bananas with his grocery order. He came home last night and found 10 BUNCHES of bananas with the order. Turns out to be about 50 more bananas than he expected to get. NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean is joined by his good friend and former Senate colleague James Wallner to discuss the Senate under new management and what President Trump will encounter as he looks to populate his administration and pass his agenda.Wallner is Senior Fellow at the R Street Institute and a Lecturer at Clemson University's School of Political Science.

Mayor Eric Adams has agreed to unlock $5 billion for sewers, streets, and open spaces in exchange for City Council support of his signature housing plan, according to two city officials. Meanwhile, the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge celebrates its 60th anniversary this Thursday. Also, the NYPD has a new Commissioner. Jessica Tisch, who previously led the Sanitation Department, is returning to the police agency, where she once served as Deputy Commissioner of Information Technology. Jillian Snider, a retired NYPD officer and Director of Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties at the R Street Institute, weighs in on what Tisch's leadership could mean for the department. And finally, Thanksgiving is almost here. WNYC is spotlighting unique holiday traditions. We hear from Michael Antonoff of Forest Hills.

Elections, ultimately, are about the citizens and voters. In a political and media context, we look at elections as being about the winners and their agendas. In an interesting article from the R Street Institute's Matt Germer, the spotlight is also focused on those who lose elections. Why do their words and behaviors in defeat matter? That's the focus of this discussion. Germer says admitting a defeat does not mean admitting policies or principles failed but it does mean participating in a crucial part of our republic: the peaceful transfer of power. For more information: https://www.rstreet.org/commentary/admitting-defeat-is-crucial-for-the-future-of-democracy/

Tommy talks with Josh Withrow from the R Street Institute

Today I have Wes Davenport joining me on the show. He is an economist with his Masters in Economics and has papers published by the National Review, R Street Institute, and Frontier Institute (among others). As we enter election season, education is key. Hopefully this episode will be a blessing to you! Subscribe to support our show! Order our LOW ACID COFFEE "THE BROADCAST BREW" : Link to coffee: https://www.coolbeanscoffeemi.com/product-page/broadcast-brew-low-acid-blend   Thank you to Cool Beans Coffee Brewery for your partnership! #TheDillonEnglandShow ABOUT THE DILLON ENGLAND SHOW: Our mission is to provide our listeners with authentic conversation with interesting people, covering a wide range of topics from personal growth, entrepreneurship and lifestyle improvement, all while keeping it entertaining and informative. ____________________________________________________ Connect with Dillon: https://twitter.com/dillonmengland  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dillon-england-show--6370921/support.

On this episode we're joined by Shoshana Weissman. Shoshana is the Digital Director of the R Street Institute. She also works on occupational licensing reform, social media regulatory policy, Section 230 and other issues, and has written for various publications, including The Wall Street Journal and USA Today. Topics include: - The Importance of Section 230: why it's crucial for free speech online. - The State of Social Media: the changes at X/Twitter since Elon Musk's takeover. - AI Regulation and Ethical Concerns: the rapid advancements in AI, the call for development pauses, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding AI-generated content and intellectual property. - Occupational Licensing Reform: how excessive licensing requirements hinder innovation and entrepreneurship, and discusses liberal alternatives to traditional licensing.

The National Security Hour with Col. John Mills Ret. – Brandon Pugh serves as director and senior fellow for the R Street Institute's Cybersecurity and Emerging Threats team. A leader in national security and cyber policy, he also teaches at the U.S. Army's legal school. With a background in law and public policy, Brandon brings practical solutions to complex challenges in cybersecurity, technology, and privacy.

The National Security Hour with Col. John Mills Ret. – Brandon Pugh serves as director and senior fellow for the R Street Institute's Cybersecurity and Emerging Threats team. A leader in national security and cyber policy, he also teaches at the U.S. Army's legal school. With a background in law and public policy, Brandon brings practical solutions to complex challenges in cybersecurity, technology, and privacy.

The birth rate in the U.S. is below 1.6 babies per woman. That isn't enough to replace our current population. But this unique to our country. There are countries all over the world trying to incentivize having families. What's going on here? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Kimberly Gardner, elementary and middle school teacher with 33 years experience and chairperson of the Colonial Heritage Festival, Ganel-Lyn Condie, popular speaker, host, author and mental health advocate, and Kelli Pierce, digital media associate with the R Street Institute. 

We hear the narrative a lot recently about how college isn't worth it any more. A recent poll showed only 1 in 4 Americans still thinks higher education is really important. Yet, here in Utah, enrollment in college is up 4%. We are currently educating more than 200,000 college students. Where is the disconnect? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Kimberly Gardner, elementary and middle school teacher with 33 years experience and chairperson of the Colonial Heritage Festival, Ganel-Lyn Condie, popular speaker, host, author and mental health advocate, and Kelli Pierce, digital media associate with the R Street Institute. 

With the election just over two weeks away, a lot of people feel nervous about who the next president will be. There is concern that there will be unrest depending on who is elected. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what their thoughts are as we come down the home stretch. Her guests this week include Kimberly Gardner, elementary and middle school teacher with 33 years experience and chairperson of the Colonial Heritage Festival, Ganel-Lyn Condie, popular speaker, host, author and mental health advocate, and Kelli Pierce, digital media associate with the R Street Institute. 

We saw recently there was an audit of the signature gathering process in Utah. We saw isolated mistakes, but the audit renewed our faith in our system. Any Utah voter can go on vote.utah.gov and track their ballot this election. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View how they feel about the safety of the election in Utah. Her guests this week include Kimberly Gardner, elementary and middle school teacher with 33 years experience and chairperson of the Colonial Heritage Festival, Ganel-Lyn Condie, popular speaker, host, author and mental health advocate, and Kelli Pierce, digital media associate with the R Street Institute. 

Ron and Ed welcome Back Adam Thierer, now with the R Street Institute, to talk about government regulation and AI. Adam has written extensively about how government regulation potentially affects the progress of innovation, especially with regard to new technology. This episode promises to be a wide-ranging and timely conversation.

Professor Werbach speaks with Adam Thierer, senior fellow for Technology and Innovation at R Street Institute. Adam and Kevin highligh developments in AI regulation on the state, federal, and international scale, and discuss both the benefits and dangers of regulatory engagement in the area. They consider the notion of AI as a “field-of-fields,” and the value of a sectoral approach to regulation, looking back to the development of regulatory approaches for the internet. Adam discusses what types of AI regulations can best balance accountability with innovation, protecting smaller AI developers and startups.  Adam Thierer specializes in entrepreneurialism, Internet, and free-speech issues, with a focus on emerging technologies. He is a senior fellow for the Technology & Innovation team at R Street Institute, a leading public policy think tank, and previously spent 12 years as a senior fellow at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University. Adam has also worked for the Progress and Freedom Foundation, the Adam Smith Institute, the Heritage Foundation and the Cato Institute. Adam has published 10 books on a wide range of topics, including online child safety, internet governance, intellectual property, telecommunications policy, media regulation and federalism. Flexible, Pro-Innovation Governance Strategies for Artificial Intelligence Permissionless Innovation: The Continuing Case for Comprehensive Technological Freedom Want to learn more? ​​Engage live with Professor Werbach and other Wharton faculty experts in Wharton's new Strategies for Accountable AI online executive education program. It's perfect for managers, entrepreneurs, and advisors looking to harness AI's power while addressing its risks.

Welcome to the series, Women and Policy, where Jessica Carges interviews women who work on policy research related to women.On this episode, Jessica Carges chats with Courtney Joslin on contraceptive accessibility and women's healthcare. Courtney explains how geography, high costs, and shortages of healthcare workers increase the difficulty of accessing contraceptives, how new state-based policies may provide innovative solutions, and how increased access leads to higher education, increased earnings, and lower healthcare costs.Courtney Joslin is a Resident Fellow and Senior Manager of the Project for Women and Families at the R Street Institute. Her work covers a range of issues such as telehealth, birth control, and economic mobility policy. Most recently, Courtney was the policy analyst for the Johnson Center for Political Economy at Troy University, where she worked with legislators and scholars on economic issues in Alabama. Courtney is an alum of the Mercatus MA Fellowship.Learn more about Jessica Carges' work here.If you like the show, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell others about the show! We're available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and wherever you get your podcasts.Virtual Sentiments, our new podcast series from the Hayek Program is streaming! Subscribe today and listen to seasons one and two.Follow the Hayek Program on Twitter: @HayekProgramLearn more about Academic & Student ProgramsFollow the Mercatus Center on Twitter: @mercatusCC Music: Twisterium

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 09-24-24 Lisel Petis, former prosecutor and resident senior fellow for criminal justice and civil liberties at the R Street Institute, talks about her analysis titled "A Model for the Nation? Tips from Illinois on Eliminating Cash Bail."  “Illinois broke new ground as the first state to abolish cash bail with its Pretrial Fairness Act, which took effect Sept. 18, 2023. Now, policymakers and stakeholders across the country are watching Illinois, learning from its successes and challenges as they consider similar efforts. Any changes to the bail system must carefully evaluate safety and flight risks while deterring crime—all without unnecessarily incarcerating low-level offenders. Illinois' approach offers valuable lessons, serving as both a guide and an inspiration for other states aiming to build a more effective pretrial system.” Check out Lisel's column here: https://www.rstreet.org/commentary/a-model-for-the-nation-tips-from-illinois-on-eliminating-cash-bail/ Here's a comprehensive analysis of bail reform laws across all 50 states: https://www.rstreet.org/research/navigating-bail-reform-in-america-a-state-by-state-overview/ (https://www.rstreet.org/) (https://www.rstreet.org/people/lisel-petis/)   NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of AI, Government, and the Future, host Max Romanik is joined by Adam Thierer, Senior Fellow at the R Street Institute, to discuss the evolving landscape of AI policy and regulation. They explore the challenges of balancing innovation with governance, drawing parallels between early internet policy and current AI regulatory approaches. Adam shares insights on the pacing problem, the potential pitfalls of overregulation, and the importance of flexible, iterative governance frameworks for emerging technologies.

Since the fatal confrontation between Michael Brown and a Ferguson, Missouri Police officer, the start of the Black Lives Matter movement, and the resulting growth in anti-police activism, many communities are finding it more difficult to keep their officers and recruit new additions to their police departments. Logan Seacrest a Resident Fellow at the R Street Institute looked into ways departments and cities overall can entice good officers to stay on the job while recruiting the best candidates to apply for the jobs that have become far less attractive since Ferguson. For more information: https://www.rstreet.org/commentary/top-five-real-solutions-to-the-police-recruitment-and-retention-crisis/

What is a microschool and what do they mean for students in Utah? Kelli Pierce, Digital Media Associate at the R Street Institute and independent journalist, talks with Dave and Debbie about this emerging alternative to public schools. Do they have to present an education plan to district? How are they funded? Pierce answers these questions and more.

Yesterday, the Senate passed a major legislation to address the issue of child safety in online spaces. The bill will go to the House for a vote, who won't be back for a month from their in state work period. Shoshanna Weissmann from the R Street Institute shares that this legislation aims to mitigate the harmful effects of the internet on America's youth, which we have seen dramatically increase since the invention of social media. How effective is the bill that was passed at achieving that aim?

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Monday, July 29, 20244:20 pm: Thomas Catenacci, a reporter with the Washington Free Beacon, joins Rod for a conversation about his coverage of Kamala Harris' plan to be more aggressive than Biden when it comes to electric vehicle mandates.4:38 pm: Steven Greenhut, Western Region Director for the R Street Institute joins the show to discuss his piece on the roots of J.D. Vance's odd political thinking.6:05 pm: Ilya Shapiro, Director of Constitutional Studies and a Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute joins the program to discuss Joe Biden's recently released plan to reform the Supreme Court.6:20 pm: Terry Schilling, President of the American Principles Project, joins the program for a conversation about the group's efforts to get out the word about the extreme left policies of Kamala Harris.6:38 pm: Shaka Mitchell, a Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children joins Rod to discuss the latest on the Utah Education Association's lawsuit against the state over the recently passed school choice law.

Earlier today, Senator Bob Menendez of New Jersey was found guilty on all 16 counts in a high-profile corruption trial that has captivated the nation's attention. James Wallner from R Street Institute joins to talk about how the verdict marks a pivotal moment in the career of the long-serving Democrat, who now faces potential prison time and an uncertain political future. As the dust settles on this nine-week legal battle, questions abound regarding Menendez's sentencing, his ability to remain in office, and the broader implications for New Jersey's political landscape. This verdict not only impacts Menendez personally but also sends ripples throughout Congress, raising important questions about ethics, accountability, and the future of political leadership in America.

In the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Chevron deference, a seismic shift in the landscape of American governance appears imminent. But what if this landmark ruling, hailed as a victory against the administrative state, is merely a surface-level change in a deeper, more complex system? We're confronted with the possibility that perhaps the key to understanding and reforming our system lies not in the courts or regulatory agencies, but in the very institution meant to represent the will of the people – Congress itself. James Wallner from the R Street Institute provides insight as we grapple with the implications of this decision.

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Monday, June 24, 20244:20 pm: Representative Kera Birkeland joins the program to discuss comments she recently made about suspected murderer Mia Bailey, a biological male, that have come under fire from mental health experts and the media.4:38 pm: Steven Greenhut, Western Region Director at the R Street Institute joins Rod for a conversation about his piece in which he says the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 has brought an end to Ronald Reagan's legacy.5:05 pm: Lavar Webb, a political consultant and contributor to the Deseret News, joins the show for a conversation about his recent piece on what the Utah Primary Election will reveal about politics in the state.6:05 pm: Al Weaver, Senate Reporter at The Hill, joins Rod to discuss his piece about the advice Republicans are giving Donald Trump about his strategy in this week's presidential debate.6:20 pm: John Tierney, Contributing Editor for the City Journal joins Rod to discuss his piece about the “March of Dimes Syndrome,” which essentially means that activists will look for another mission after one is accomplished.6:38 pm: Antonio Graceffo, an economist and national security analyst, joins Rod for a conversation about his piece for the Gateway Pundit about how high-speed rail would be expensive and inefficient for America's travel infrastructure.

The way we use and understand data is rapidly evolving. So what does the future hold? Will backlash against surveillance capitalism result in protections that empower people to take control of their data? What's going on with the new American Privacy Rights Act that's currently moving through Congress? Raffi talks to experts about how we can understand — and help shape — the future of data, exploring new policy, digging into the concept of “digital doubles,” and assessing how data collection might play a role in coalition-building and reform.  Guests include Congresswoman Anna Eshoo (D-CA); Brandon Pugh, policy director at the R Street Institute; author and internet activist Cory Doctorow; actor and SAG-AFTRA member Clark Gregg; and Amy Bach, CEO of Measures for Justice. To learn more about Technically Optimistic and to read the transcript for this episode: emersoncollective.com/technically-optimistic-podcast For more on Emerson Collective: emersoncollective.com Learn more about our host, Raffi Krikorian: emersoncollective.com/raffi Technically Optimistic is produced by Emerson Collective with music by Mattie Safer. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: technicallyoptimistic.substack.com Follow on social media @emersoncollective and @emcollectivepodcasts Email us with questions and feedback at us@technicallyoptimistic.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There's been an increased focus lately on the mental health crisis amongst teens and young people, and specifically the role that smartphones and social media might play. Should we be taking action to restrict young people's access to smartphones and social media? I'm joined by Shoshana Weissman of the R Street Institute, and we debate the benefits vs the harms of social media, whether or not to support government regulations, and how we can build a healthier childhood for kids growing up today. To get bonus episodes, support us at patreon.com/newliberalpodcast or https://cnliberalism.org/become-a-member Got questions? Send us a note at mailbag@cnliberalism.org. Follow us at: https://twitter.com/CNLiberalism https://cnliberalism.org/   Join a local chapter at https://cnliberalism.org/become-a-member/