Restoring "The Soul of Civility" in America, with Alexandra Hudson
Most people would agree that civility seems to be in short supply in our current political environment. But in recent years, a growing chorus of voices across the political spectrum has been calling f...
9 Apr 202448min
Can "Freedom Conservatism" save a movement? With John Hood
Do we need to reinvigorate the conservative movement, and is "Freedom Conservatism" the answer? This week's Defending Ideas episode addresses both of those questions and helps equip listeners to apply...
2 Apr 202453min
Is America more "Family Unfriendly" today? With Tim Carney
Is it harder to raise kids today than it was in years or decades past? For many current or prospective parents, this question may often be top of mind as they navigate decisions about marriage and fam...
26 Mars 202447min
Utah's pricey housing market – and how to fix it
Housing affordability is one of the most important issues for Utah voters, and for too many families, owning a home may feel out of reach. Amid rising housing costs, many Utahns are wondering what can...
19 Mars 20241h 4min
Legislative wins for religious freedom, family policy and more in the 2024 session
With Utah's 2024 legislative session now in the rearview mirror, what actually passed, and will it benefit Utahns?Sutherland Institute was involved with legislation impacting issues including religiou...
12 Mars 20241h 3min
Can a conservative vision save education? With Rick Hess
Education has become one of the most polarized issues in state and national politics in recent years. The debates over what should be taught to students, and even the overall purpose of education, pro...
5 Mars 202453min
Understanding the border crisis
What is going on at the U.S./Mexico border in Texas? After a wave of national news coverage profiling recent significant increases in border crossings, questions remain about the legal conflict betwee...
27 Feb 202454min
Should Utah keep ranked choice voting as an option for local elections? With Josh Daniels
Should municipal governments be allowed to use ranked choice voting for local elections? The Utah State Legislature has recently taken up the question. On this episode we explore how this form of voti...
20 Feb 202448min
