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GoodFellows: Conversations from the Hoover Institution

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In uncertain times what’s needed is not just clarity about today’s pandemic, but insight into the challenges that lie ahead as America recovers and returns to normal. GoodFellows, a weekly Hoover Institution broadcast, features senior fellows John Cochrane, Niall Ferguson, and H.R. McMaster discussing the social, economic, and geostrategic ramifications of this changed world.

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Recent Guests

Dan Wang
Historian and analyst of China's technology and development, author of 'Breakneck'
Hoover Institution
Episode: Who’s Going To Win The Future? Dan Wang on China’s Engineers vs. America’s Lawyers | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
H.R. McMaster
Lieutenant General, former Presidential National Security Advisor, and author
Hoover Institution
Episode: The Eternal Optimist: H.R. McMaster on Combat, Faith, and Turning Down the Funk | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
Katie McMaster
Military spouse and active community member
Episode: The Eternal Optimist: H.R. McMaster on Combat, Faith, and Turning Down the Funk | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
Condoleezza Rice
Former US Secretary of State, Director of Hoover Institution
Hoover Institution
Episode: Boss Time: Summits, Cold Wars, and Universities, with Condoleezza Rice | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
Ayaan Hirsi Ali
Political activist, author, and former Dutch politician
Episode: Niall Ferguson, Flying Scotsman | GoodFellows
Niall Ferguson
Historian, author, and Hoover Senior Fellow
Hoover Institution
Episode: Niall Ferguson, Flying Scotsman | GoodFellows
Rick Caruso
Founder and executive chairman of Caruso and former Los Angeles mayoral candidate
Caruso
Episode: California Dreaming with Rick Caruso | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
John Cochrane
Senior Fellow and author of the Grumpy Economist blog, Wall Street Journal columnist
Hoover Institution
Episode: Gliding Through Life: John Cochrane on the Making of an Economist | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
Frank Dikötter
Hoover Institution Senior Fellow and Chair Professor of Humanities at the University of Hong Kong
University of Hong Kong
Episode: Caveman Marxists: Frank Dikötter on Whether China Is a Fiery Dragon or a Paper Tiger | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution

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Bill Whelan
Moderator and distinguished policy fellow, providing expertise in policy analysis and strategic discussions.
H.R. McMaster
Former Presidential National Security Advisor who provides firsthand insights into military and security matters.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Articulate and civilized. How refreshing!

    Always an articulate and solidly reasoned discussion. A model for others and very missing from digital media audience driven ranting. It’s good to know ancient traditions of debate are still out there. Socrates would have been a listener!

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    CastelloHouse
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • China making bikes

    John,

    Respectfully I believe you are wrong on this issue.

    Those millions of bikes sold to the USA are jobs, steel, aluminum, rubber and actual buildings. Those jobs and buildings pay taxes that fund the middle class in small towns that currently in crisis. We have millions of people on drugs and welfare and we need to care for them before feeding the CCP.

    Guardian bikes has proven we can make a quality bike in the USA.

    Stop defending China, they do want to take us down and your open trad... more

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    5
    GGSANE
    United States5 months ago
  • Weak episode

    Even as supporters of the Trump administration, Niall Ferguson and John both, I was amazed at their unwillingness to criticize the administration for a catastrophic first 100 days. You can be supportive of the overall objectives while being clear eyed about the clown show we are witnessing. HR and the moderator need to calll them out. Otherwise this podcast is not with the time.

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    Larry 123
    United States6 months ago
  • Null

    C ´est naze

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    1
    Fan de merci Rémi 😍😍😜
    France6 months ago
  • Keep the balance

    Love this podcast, a great mix of players and academics with a wide range of experience and knowledge. What is not to like. I am a fan of balanced assessments. I humbly encourage all to keep the balance. ❤️❤️

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    Canada6 months ago

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Who’s Going To Win The Future? Dan Wang on China’s Engineers vs. America’s Lawyers | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
Q: How do you evaluate China's global initiatives?
They are just really good at coming up with these sort of mouthfuls and their relative underperformance of Chinese diplomats is striking.
Who’s Going To Win The Future? Dan Wang on China’s Engineers vs. America’s Lawyers | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
Q: What are the top things we have to do to compete effectively?
We have to protect ourselves against various unfair trade and economic practices.
Who’s Going To Win The Future? Dan Wang on China’s Engineers vs. America’s Lawyers | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
Q: How does one reconcile the underlying social reality with your story of a great engineering power that's unstoppably going to outbuild America?
Demography is definitely one of China's big challenges. But over the longer term, it will really start to bite in the next 30 years.
Who’s Going To Win The Future? Dan Wang on China’s Engineers vs. America’s Lawyers | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
Q: Do you think that the party still has that same degree of confidence that you saw in 2020?
I think they created a lot of mistakes and vulnerabilities in their race to surpass us.
Who’s Going To Win The Future? Dan Wang on China’s Engineers vs. America’s Lawyers | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
Q: Is there any way the United States can be more like China, be more about engineering?
At first approximation, I think you want to be a country that is able to build something at all.

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A collection of insightful discussions revolving around global geopolitical dynamics, contemporary politics, and economic theories. The conversations often feature esteemed scholars and policy experts analyzing crucial international relationships, the evolving landscape of U.S. foreign policy, military strategies, and significant social issues, notably the impact of technology on national security. The format invites a blend of personal anecdotes and professional insights, emphasizing not just current events but their long-term implications for America and the world at large. Unique to this series is its ability to mix expert commentary with actionable insights, making it a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the complex... more

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