Bedste Institute For Policy-podcasts (2024)

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Dubai’s Floods and the Future of Climate Change 23:37

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In this episode of the Contours podcast, host Eugene Chausovsky talks with New Lines Senior Fellow Chaouki Ghenai about their experiences with the recent flooding in Dubai. They also discuss steps the UAE and wider world can take to adapt to the changing global climate and mitigate its effects.Af New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy

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Russia, Ukraine, and the Future of Democracy 25:26

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BLURB: In this Contours episode, host Eugene Chausovsky sits down with Mike Smeltzer, the Senior Research Analyst for Nations in Transit, Freedom House’s annual survey of democratic governance from Central Europe to Eurasia. Together, they discuss the struggles of Ukraine's democratization, the increasing authoritarianism in Russia, and the importa…

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What Biden Can Learn from Millei's Economic Reforms in Argentina (Audio: Podcast)

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IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews explains how those of us who believe in free markets and limited government are cheered by the reforms being enacted by new Argentina President Javier Millei, and IPI President Tom Giovanetti wishes him well.Af Merrill Matthews, Tom Giovanetti

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Net Neutrality Is Back (Audio: Podcast)

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IPI has been involved in pushing back against federal regulation of broadband networks since the late 1990s. IPI President Tom Giovanetti explains to IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews how the Biden administration is planning to once again resurrect net neutrality from the dead.Af Merrill Matthews, Tom Giovanetti

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IPI Policy Basics: Barbara Kolm of the Hayek Institute on Hayek and his Contribution to Economic Thought (Audio: Podcast)

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Barbara Kolm of the Hayek Institute in Vienna, Austria is our special guest as IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews interviews Barbara about Hayek and his important contributions to economic and individual liberty.Af Merrill Matthews, Tom Giovanetti, Barbara Kolm

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How European Competition Regulation Causes Slow Growth and Inhibits Innovation (Audio: Podcast)

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Taking advantage of the visit of Barbara Kolm of the Hayek Institute to Dallas, IPI President Tom Giovanetti and IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews discuss the comparison between EU regulation and competition policy with that of the US, and Barbara explains that these policy differences help explain the gap in economic growth between EU coun…

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The Youth Are Russia's Future 33:35

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In the final episode of Russia In Context, Jeff Hawn sits down with Russian culture expert and author Ian Garner to discuss his new book, "Z Generation: Into the Heart of Russia's Fascist Youth." Together, they dive into the emergence of Russia's Young Army, the effects social media has on it, and how this group has begun to shape Russia's next gen…

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Islamic State Exploiting Eurasian Conflicts 28:39

2M ago28:39

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In this episode of Eurasian Connectivity, host Kamran Bokhari sits down with New Lines Senior Director Nick Heras. Together, they dive into how a spate of international attacks may signal a resurgence of the Islamic State, the group's refocus to Central Asia, and how the global community could react.…

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Russia and the Caucasus Region: Part II 43:50

2M ago43:50

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Russia in Context podcast host Jeff Hawn continues talking with Harold Chambers and Ivan Klyszcz, who are joined by Natia Seskuria, another expert on Russia and the Caucasus, for a discussion focusing on the South Caucasus region. Among the topics they cover are the effects of the Nagorno-Karabakh war, Georgia's political environment, and Russian i…

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AI, Gemini, Oh My! (Audio: Podcast)

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IPI President Tom Giovanetti and Research Fellow Dr. Dan Garretson discuss the basics of artificial intelligence and recent developments, including the rollout of Google's Gemini AI engine.Af Tom Giovanetti, Dan Garretson

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The Race for Rare Earth Minerals 39:14

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In today's Eurasian Connectivity episode, host Kamran Bokhari sits down with Dr. Ariel Cohen and China expert Wesley Alexander to discuss their recent report on rare earth minerals in Central Asia and the need for the United States to increase its access to these minerals. The trio discuss China's massive supply of these minerals, the geography of …

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Syria Between Turkey and the U.S. 25:12

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In today’s Contours episode, host Carolyn Moorman sits down with Bassam Alahmad, executive director of the civil society Syrians for Truth and Justice . Together, they discuss the humanitarian situation in Syria, including invasion from Turkey, the possibility of an American withdrawal, and the fight for justice against ongoing war crimes.…

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Is Lina Khan REALLY Doing a Good Job at the FTC? (Audio: Podcast)

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A few days ago, Republican Senator J.D. Vance (R-OH) praised extreme progressive activist Lina Khan as "one of the few people in the Biden administration that I think is doing a pretty good job." Is J.D. Vance right? Or is J.D. Vance an example of the "horseshoe theory" of politics in action, where the extremes of populism and the extremes of progr…

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Russia and the Caucasus Region: Part I 38:21

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In this episode of the Russia in Context Podcast, host Jeff Hawn talks with researchers Ivan Klyszcz and Harold Chambers about issues affecting the North Caucasus region. Their discussion focuses on the threat of insurgency, the October riot at a Dagestani airport, and the effects of the war in Ukraine on the region.…

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Counterfeit Drugs: Losing Weight Rather than Losing Your Life (Audio: Podcast)

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Counterfeit drugs has always been a serious problem, and a problem we've worked on here at IPI for many years. And it's a topic that is back for a return engagement as demand for "miracle" weight loss drugs is creating opportunity for counterfeiters. IPI's Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews guides us on the problems with counterfeit drugs and wh…

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The Militarization of Space with Dr. Dan Garretson (Audio: Podcast)

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A mysterious warning about a possible Russian nuclear space weapon set off consternation and stern warnings last week, and inspired IPI to chat with our favorite genuine rocket scientist, Dr. Dan Garretson. We talk space debris, the inevitable use of space for military purposes, Star Wars, and related issues. With space nerds Dr. Merrill Matthews a…

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The Russo-Ukrainian War: 2 Years In 26:20

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To commemorate the two-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, host Nick Heras sits down with the New Lines Institute's Senior Director Eugene Chausovsky. In addition to discussing the present military situation, Chausovsky explains the international tie-ins to the conflict, the possibility of hybrid escalation, and what the fu…

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Experiments on the Environment (Audio: Interview)

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Merrill Matthews joins the Don Kroah Show to discuss the hypocracy and unintended consequences of artifically altering the environmen with "scientific" experiments.Af Merrill Matthews

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Is that Robocall a Person or an AI? (Audio: Podcast)

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We're not afraid of AI, as just another technological innovation and tool, and we don't think we need massive new federal regulation, but we agree with the FCC applying existing law and regulation to prevent deceptive use of AI to impersonate public persons in political advertising and robocalls. With IPI President Tom Giovanetti and Resident Schol…

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You Better Sit Down -- CBO's Ten Year Budget Deficit Projections (Audio: Podcast)

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IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews explains the harms to the nation of our burgeoning budget deficits and national debt, and IPI President Tom Giovanetti tries to put debt into context.Af Merrill Matthews, Tom Giovanetti

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The Complex World of Russian Economics 40:50

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In episode 3 of the Russia in Context series, host Jeff Hawn sits down with Nick Trickett, economy analyst and author, and Yakov Feygin, associate director of the Berggruen Institute. In addition to the modern state of the Russian economy, the trio discusses the evolution of the post-Soviet Russian economy, cyclic trends in its development, and how…

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What’s Next for Iran and the U.S. in the Middle East? 34:33

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In today's episode of Eurasian Connectivity, host Kamran Bokhari sits down with New Lines' own Caroline Rose and non-resident fellow Col. Myles Caggins to discuss the recent escalation of events in the Middle East. In addition to recent U.S. strikes on Iranian proxies in Iraq, the trio talks about Iran’s regional goals, Iraqi attitudes toward the I…

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IPI Policy Basics: The Costs of Protecting Teens Online (Audio: Podcast)

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Taking advantage of IPI Research Fellow Bartlett Cleland's presence in-studio, we discuss the problems with the state and federal legislative attempts to "protect children online" through age verification and other schemes. Hint: The problems are overwhelming and underappreciated. With IPI President Tom Giovanetti and Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill M…

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Can States Deny Donald Trump Ballot Access? (Audio: Podcast)

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We discuss today's Supreme Court arguments on Colorado's case for denying Donald Trump ballot access, and agree with the apparent leanings of SCOTUS that Colorado's arguments are unsustainable. Nevertheless, it's a great opportunity to nerd-out on constitutional law and federalism. With IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews, IPI Research Fellow…

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2024: A Year of African Elections 27:12

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In this Contours episode, host Carolyn Moorman speaks with New Lines Magazine Africa Editor Kwangu Liwewe about some of the most important and contentious elections in Africa in 2024, including in Mali, Senegal, Rwanda, and South Africa.Af New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy

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President Biden Says, 'Let the Vote Buying Begin' (Audio: Podcast)

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In a single week the Biden administration announced a number of spending projects targeted at states and demographic groups considered vulnerable and critical to Biden's re-election campaign. Huge federal spending is bad enough in and of itself, says IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews. But when Republicans sign on to massive spending project…

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East Palestine Ohio Derailment and the Railway Safety Act (Audio: Podcast)

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As the anniversary of the East Palestine, Ohio freight derailment arrives on February 3rd, proponents will use the anniversary to try to renew support for the Railway Safety Act. But the proposed legislation is nothing more than a grab bag of demands from the 12 rail labor unions. It's not surprising that liberal Democrat Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) …

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The Russo-Ukrainian War: In Context 45:30

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In this second episode of the Russia in Context podcast, host Jeff Hawn continues the conversation with New Lines’ own OSIG Manager Aram Shabanian; Kirill Shamiev, visiting Fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations; and Sim Tack, an analyst for Force Analysis. These experts discuss the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war, the lead-up to hostiliti…

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Immigration Takes Center Stage (Audio: Podcast)

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IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews and IPI President Tom Giovanetti discuss how the border crisis and its related impacts have become the number one issue in American politics, and how this is liable to affect not only current legislative debates, but also the upcoming election.Af Merrill Matthews, Tom Giovanetti

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Afghanistan: The Forgotten 35:52

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In this first episode of Eurasian Connectivity in the new year, host Kamran Bokhari speaks with Dayne Curry, the country manager for Mercy Corps in Afghanistan, about developments in the Taliban-ruled country since its exit from the headlines, its current humanitarian situation, and what the future may hold for its people.…

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IPI Policy Basics: Exaggerating the Public Domain (Audio: Podcast)

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There was a rash of stories in the early days of 2024 about how, finally, Mickey Mouse had entered the public domain, and that this was somehow a triumph for the general public. Sounds like time for an explainer about the public domain, and why, for the most part, consumers are better off when creativity, distribution and promotion of creative work…

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Don't Impose New Fears on Old Vaccines (Audio: Podcast)

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IPI's Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews explains how increasing vaccine skepticism threatens outbreaks of dreaded diseases that have been under control for decades. With IPI President Tom Giovanetti.Af Merrill Matthews, Tom Giovanetti

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Biden Administration Attacks Independent Contractors (Audio: Podcast)

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The Biden administration has yielded to pressure from labor unions to restrict the qualifications for independent contractor status, which is intended to make it easier to unionize "gig economy" workers. But this is a terrible idea, and when California tried the same thing it forced many independent contractors out of work. The modern economy shoul…

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Russian Military History: In Context 39:58

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In the pilot of episode of our new Russia in Context podcast series, host Jeff Hawn sits down with New Lines' own OSInt Manager Aram Shabanian; Kirill Shamiev,  visiting fellow at the European Council of Foreign Relations; and Sim Tack, an analyst for Force Analysis. These Russia experts discuss the evolution of Russian military capability, its con…

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How EVs Will Strand Cold State Drivers (Audio: Podcast)

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With a polar vortex bearing down on much of the nation, IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews reminds us that electric vehicles (EVs) suffer significant performance deficits in very cold weather. So the current generation of EVs may not be the best choice for residents of cold states. As with everything else, choice should be left to consumers …

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Africa-Europe Energy Connectivity 32:00

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In this Contours episode, host Carolyn Moorman talks with Senior Nonresident Fellow Chaouki Ghenai about the challenges, benefits, and emerging opportunities presented by increasing green energy connectivity between Africa and Europe.Af New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy

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Gender and the Genocide Convention 36:50

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On today’s episode of Gendering Geopolitics, host Emily Prey sits down with Beth Van Schaack, the U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for Global Criminal Justice, and Wai Wai Nu, the Founder of the Women Peace Network in Myanmar, to reflect on the 75th anniversary of the Genocide Convention, the ongoing Rohingya genocide, and what actions can be taken to bett…

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Putin's Long Shadow in the Balkans 39:57

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In this episode of Contours, we turn to the Balkans. On the heels of our recently published policy report, host Carolyn Moorman talks with report editor Tanya Domi and author Ivana Stradner about Russian information warfare in the region, as well as what the U.S. can do about Russian influence in the region and the Putin regime's information warfar…

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Taiwan's Elections and Implications for US-China Relations 18:54

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In this episode of Contours, host Eugene Chausovsky discusses the landscape and implications of the 2024 Taiwanese elections with expert Steven Wang.Af New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy

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IPI Policy Basics: What Are Tax Extenders and Why Do They Matter? (Audio: Podcast)

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IPI President Tom Giovanetti explains why every year the country is faces with the issues of tax extenders, why they are important but also why they are a symptom of a dysfunctional congressional process. With IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews.Af Merrill Matthews, Tom Giovanetti

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What Trump Can Learn from Switzerland on Tariffs (Audio: Podcast)

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Switzerland is dropping almost all its tariffs, in order to reduce prices to consumers. Having enjoyed time in Switzerland, both IPI President Tom Giovanetti and IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews use this opportunity to discuss tariffs, why consumers rather than exporters pay them, and why in general tariffs should be avoided.…

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COP28 and the Future of Climate Change 24:28

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In today’s Contours episode, Senior Director Eugene Chausovsky talks with New Lines’ non-resident senior fellow Chaouki Ghenai about his experience at the COP28 summit and his thoughts on the future of climate policy.Af New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy

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Women, Peace, and Sanctions 30:47

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In this Contours Episode, host Carolyn Moorman speaks with New Lines’ own Kallie Mitchell, as well as Dr. Max Thompson, to discuss the intersection between the WPS agenda and sanctions. The pair explain the effects of sanctions on women, as well as the U.S.-led sanction regimes on Uganda, Iran, and more.…

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Trump Is Right--Obamacare Sucks (Audio: Podcast)

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Recently Donald Trump posted on his Truth Social media platform that "Obamacare sucks." We at IPI don't always agree with Trump's sentiments, but in this case, IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews explains why Trump is right, and Obamacare has only made healthcare worse. With IPI President Tom Giovanetti.…

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When the Biden Administration Goes Marching In (Audio: Podcast)

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Today the Biden administration announced a proposal to aggressively use federal "march in" rights to seize patents from pharmaceutical companies and "other inventions." IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews explains what march in rights are, and why what the Biden administration is proposing is very, very bad. With IPI President Tom Giovanetti.…

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Sexual Violence Amid the Russia-Ukraine War 20:48

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In the latest episode of the Gendering Geopolitics subseries of New Lines' Contours podcast, host Kallie Mitchell talks to legal experts Amal Nassar, Hoar Habrelian, and Anastasiia Moiseieva about the challenges of sexual violence and justice in Ukraine brought on by the Russian invasion.Af New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy

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Bidenomics is Xi-conomics with American Characteristics (Audio: Podcast)

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IPI Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews points out that Biden's agenda to fundamentally change and direct the U.S. economy from the Executive Branch mirrors the mistakes of authoritarian governments like China's trying to run the economy through command and control. And the conversation inspires IPI President Tom Giovanetti to rant about the impo…

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Who's Afraid of an Anarcho-Capitalist? (Audio: Podcast)

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We discuss Argentina, its tremendous natural resources and its history of terrible governance, in light of the recent election of self-proclaimed libertarian Javier Milei. IPI President Tom Giovanetti and Resident Scholar Dr. Merrill Matthews wish Milei the very best and praise the Argentine people for making the choice for change from Peronism.…

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The Trans-Caspian Corridor and Beyond 30:02

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In the latest episode of the Eurasian Connectivity podcast, New Lines Senior Directors Kamran Bokhari and Eugene Chausovsky break down the strategic analysis behind their latest report on the Trans-Caspain Corridor and regional geopolitics.Af New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy

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Egypt Caught Between Conflicts in Israel, Sudan 10:19

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In the latest Contours episode, host Carolyn Moorman is joined by New Lines Senior Analyst Riley Moeder to discuss Egypt’s strategic calculus given the beginning of the Israel-Hamas war in October 2023 and the ongoing Sudanese conflict.Af New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy

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