Who runs elections best? A 50-state ranking | Chris McIsaac
Which states have the strongest election policies? And what can they teach us about how elections should really be run?R Street Institute's Chris McIsaac joins Defending Ideas to discuss a new 50-stat...
13 Okt 37min
Do religious institutions deserve constitutional protection? | William J. Haun & Bill Duncan
Are religious institutions afforded special rights under the Constitution? And what does that mean for religious liberty, the rule of law, and the role of government?On this episode of Defending Ideas...
6 Okt 35min
Will AI kill us in 10 years? | Chris Koopman & Ford Copple
Is AI really on track to destroy humanity, or are we confusing small risks with science fiction?On this episode of Defending Ideas, Nic Dunn sits down with Chris Koopman, CEO of Abundance Institute, a...
29 Sep 42min
Rethinking Head Start | Assistant Secretary Alex J. Adams
Head Start is at the center of a heated public debate over federal regulations and how best to support families. But what exactly should the federal government do, and what should states be empowered ...
22 Sep 46min
America has a community problem. Here’s why it matters | Michael Tanner
What would America look like without strong families, churches, civic organizations and local communities? We're starting to find out and the picture is...not good. But there is a better way to live.M...
15 Sep 41min
Can states lead the next welfare reform movement? | Daniel Erspamer
America’s social safety net is supposed to help families through difficult times, ultimately moving people toward work and independence. But navigating a maze of disconnected programs and agencies can...
8 Sep 45min
Can the states fix what Washington can’t? | Sen. John Curtis
Could giving states more freedom to experiment help America find better answers to our toughest challenges? On this episode of Defending Ideas, Sen. John Curtis of Utah joins host Nic Dunn to discuss ...
1 Sep 46min
The Next Welfare Reform: Paul Ryan on Work, Technology, and RISE Pilots
Thirty years after the landmark welfare reform law, what should the next generation of social safety-net reform look like?Former Speaker of the House Paul Ryan joins Defending Ideas to discuss the fut...
25 Aug 41min
