Inside the federal government shutdown | Matt Weidinger
The federal government shutdown isn’t just a budget story, it’s a reflection of deeper challenges in how Congress governs. On this episode of Defending Ideas, Nic Dunn talks with Matt Weidinger of the...
28 Okt 202546min
The public good of private faith | Bill Duncan and Sam Abrams
In today’s cultural climate, religion is often treated as a purely private matter — something best kept out of public life. But what if that assumption is missing the bigger picture? On this episode o...
21 Okt 202544min
Beyond the rivalry: Presidents of BYU & Utah on building a better state
It’s rivalry week in Utah, but before the battle on the gridiron, the presidents of Brigham Young University and the University of Utah join the show to discuss collaboration.Host Nic Dunn sits down w...
14 Okt 202544min
Rethinking welfare, upward mobility, and human dignity | Charles Murray
Most debates on poverty focus on small reforms to America’s welfare system. But what if the system itself is the problem?On this episode, Nic Dunn sits down with author and AEI scholar Charles Murray ...
7 Okt 202548min
Free speech, civility, and civic courage | Rep. Celeste Maloy
Do you ever self-censor your political views because you’re worried about how others might react, or even fear backlash for sharing what you really believe?You’re not alone. And it's a sign that we’ve...
30 Sep 202539min
The redistricting battle: What does the constitution say? | Bill Duncan
As redistricting debates make headlines in Utah and across the nation, a deeper issue is being overlooked: Who really has the constitutional authority to draw electoral maps? In this episode, host Nic...
23 Sep 202546min
What’s next for America in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination?
Following the horrific assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, host Nic Dunn offers a special message on how Americans should respond to political violence, polarization, and contempt...
16 Sep 20256min
Republic vs. regime: Who wins the AI arms race? | Sarah Hunt
Artificial intelligence is fueling a new kind of arms race, one that isn’t just about technology, but about the clash of values between free republics and authoritarian regimes. In this episode, Suthe...
9 Sep 202534min
