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Matters of Policy & Politics

Hoover Institution
California
Education Reform
Civic Education
Gavin Newsom
Homelessness
American Democracy
Civics Test
Hoover Institution
California Budget Deficit
History Proficiency
Inflation
Ron Desantis
Proposition 1
Milton Friedman
Iowa Caucuses
2024 Presidential Election
Houthis
Yemen
Iran
O.J. Simpson

Matters of Policy & Politics is a Hoover Institution podcast devoted to matters of governance and balance of power at home and abroad. It is hosted by Hoover fellow Bill Whalen.

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Assuming we already understand the parameters of “good citizenship” (obey the law; do no harm to others), how to decide what constitutes a “well-informed” citizen? Tom Schnaubelt, executive director of Hoover’s Revitalizing American Institutions (RAI... more

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California Governor Gavin Newsom pads his frequent-flier miles: after two trips to Europe already this year, a nationwide tour promoting his new memoir (and presidential prospects). Meanwhile, political upheaval finds its way to disaster-prone Los An... more

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Depending on one’s outlook and relationship status (and a willingness to spend lavishly on romantic gestures), Valentine's Day is an annual ritual to be loved or loathed. But is it living up to its unstated end goal – i.e., romance blossoming into lo... more

While the concept of robots supplanting humans may seem the stuff of science fiction, it is in fact advancing rapidly in all sorts of real-world applications – healthcare, manufacturing, even warfare. Allison Okamura, a Hoover science fellow, Stanfor... more

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Valerie Ramey
Hoover Institution's Thomas Sowell Senior Fellow, research associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research, and professor emeritus at UC San Diego.
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Episode: The Business of Love and the Cost of Parenting
Dr. Allison Okamura
Science fellow at the Hoover Institution and Professor of Engineering at Stanford University.
Stanford University
Episode: The Robots Are Taking Over?
Peter Berkowitz
Hoover Institution's Tad and Dianne Taube Senior Fellow, expert in constitutional law and jurisprudence
Hoover Institution
Episode: Declarations of Independence: Peter Berkowitz on America and Israel’s Origins and Evolutions
William Damon
A senior fellow by courtesy at the Hoover Institution and a professor of education at Stanford University.
Stanford University
Episode: New Year, New Beginnings: William Damon on Finding a More Purposeful Life
Ben Ginsberg
Legal expert and former National Counsel for the Bush-Cheney Campaign
Hoover Institution
Episode: “A 100-Year Storm”: Ben Ginsberg on Bush v. Gore Turning 25, Restoring Confidence in U.S. Elections
Eric Hanushek
Paul and Jean Hanna Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution and expert on education economics
Hoover Institution
Episode: America’s Class Struggle: Eric Hanushek on Learning Declines and Hope for Revitalizing Education
Barry Strauss
Military naval historian and author
Hoover Institution
Episode: All Roads Lead to . . .? Barry Strauss on Jews vs. Rome, the Fate of Empires and Republics
Joseph Torigian
Hoover Institution research fellow and author.
American University School of International Service
Episode: Like Father, Like Son? Joseph Torigian on Chinese Governance, Xi Jinping’s Paternal Influence
Lonnie Chen
David and Diane Steffi Fellow in American Public Policy Studies
Hoover Institution
Episode: Elective Surgery: Obamacare’s 15th Anniversary, Federal Healthcare Reform, and California’s Medi-Cal Woes

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Bill Whalen
Host of Matters of Policy and Politics, he is a prominent Hoover Institution fellow with extensive experience in policy and political analysis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 532 ratings
  • Episode 435 - Excellent

    Loved getting the update on where election issues stand in CA. Without a decent newspaper, it is hard to know where things are moving.

    The discussion of Gavin Newsom and his future prospects was excellent, also.

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    5
    Buckysboys
    United Statesa year ago
  • Audio

    I really enjoy this podcast, but lately it has been produced with irritating background noise. Please fix this.

    Thank you for your informative podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jewls317
    United States2 years ago
  • Brilliant, witty and concise

    Great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jimsmits
    United States2 years ago
  • Worse pollster in America they’re in the bag for the left

    this show are always wrong, they all hate President Trump and lie though there teeth to support the lying, cheating democrats who support the corrupt joebiden . The big lie? Only big lie here are the two morons who couldn’t find there way out of closet. Particularly the smug arrogant lawyer. No more for me

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    Sam big fan
    United States3 years ago
  • Disservice to our country.

    I have listened to your podcast and conclude that you are doing a disservice to our country. Your podcasts focus primarily on collecting and counting ballots. However you seem to continually avoid the discussion of issues that may have significant effects on elections.

    First is election irregularities. Can you comment on the number of votes in key swing states that were cast that did not fit the state legislatures’ rules for voting? Specifically curious about the dramatic trend to early mail i... more

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    UofC Optimistic Sceptic
    United States3 years ago

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Some listeners appreciate the focus on data and in-depth analysis, while others feel certain episodes may lack balance.
Engaging discussions that often connect historical contexts with current policy issues.

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The Robots Are Taking Over?
Q: Are there certain things a robot will never be able to do that a human can?
Stringing together complex tasks in the way humans do may remain a challenge for robots.
The Robots Are Taking Over?
Q: How does robotics complement other specific disciplines?
Robotics is an interdisciplinary field that can enhance areas like space exploration and neuroscience.
The Robots Are Taking Over?
Q: What would you advise for young women in terms of getting them interested in STEM earlier than college?
Encourage them from a young age and ensure they have supportive families, as opportunities are increasingly available.
New Year, New Beginnings: William Damon on Finding a More Purposeful Life
Q: What advice do you give to people who are becoming introspective during the holidays?
Focus on uplifting examples and inspire yourself with stories of noble faith figures from all traditions.
New Year, New Beginnings: William Damon on Finding a More Purposeful Life
Q: Would you say that your purpose in life is to help other people find purpose in life?
That's partially true; one of my purposes is to share what I've learned about purpose in my scientific studies.

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2. Dr. Allison Okamura
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4. William Damon
5. Ben Ginsberg
6. Eric Hanushek
7. Barry Strauss
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