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A podcast that explains major policy issues at a 101 level. Experts from America's leading public policy organization break down major news stories and policy debates raging in culture and Congress alike.

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Washington has a really bad habit of mistaking paperwork for progress.

In some places, like the billion forms needed to get a driver's license, this is simply annoying. But in programs meant to help children and families, pencil pushing masquerading... more

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Every day, my wife takes our two young boys to their activities a few miles from our house in the family car. As she drives, she shares the road with gargantuan 40-ton trucks. We assume the people behind the wheel have been properly trained and can u... more

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You'd be forgiven if you'd never heard of the US International Development Finance Corporation. Even by Washington standards, DFC sounds like an agency specifically designed to make your eyes glaze over, but push past your initial misapprehension at ... more

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Last week, Heritage Explains spoke with Director of the Margaret Thatcher Center for Freedom at The Heritage Foundation, Nile Gardiner, about the riots rocking France. In the few days since our interview, things have gotten way worse.

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Recent Guests

Ben Black
CEO of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation
Episode: BONUS | How Can We Succeed Where USAID Failed? | Ben Black
Laura LaCombe
Spokeswoman for La Cocarde Étudiante
La Cocarde Étudiante
Episode: Is France a Warning for the West? | Laura LaCombe
Nile Gardiner
Director of The Heritage Foundation's Margaret Thatcher Center for Freedom
The Heritage Foundation
Episode: Why is France on Fire? | Nile Gardiner
Dan Kowalski
Director of the Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget, Heritage Foundation
Heritage Foundation
Episode: Are We Winning the War on Fraud? | Dan Kowalski
Jeff Smith
Director of the Heritage Foundation's Asian Studies Center
Heritage Foundation
Episode: Should We be Friends With China? | Jeff Smith
Jay Richards
Heritage Foundation Vice President of Social and Domestic Policy and Senior Research Fellow
Heritage Foundation
Episode: Is AI Going to Wipe Out Humanity? | Jay Richards
Ken Cuccinelli
Former Virginia Attorney General, Chairman of Heritage Action's Election Transparency Initiative
Heritage Foundation / Heritage Action
Episode: How Do We Fix America's Elections? | Ken Cuccinelli
Jack Spencer
Director of the Center for Energy, Climate and Environment at The Heritage Foundation; host of The Power Hour Podcast
The Heritage Foundation
Episode: Can America Keep the Lights On? | Jack Spencer
John Gibbs
Director of the Institute for Economic Policy Studies at The Heritage Foundation
Heritage Foundation
Episode: How do We Make the American Dream Affordable Again? | John Gibbs

Host

Douglas Blair
Host of Heritage Explains; long-form policy explainer with a focus on conservative governance and data-backed arguments

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 911 ratings
  • Not informative

    I was hoping to hear more talk about policy in detail but this show pretty much just runs over the same summary of simple answers with no explaination that the current admin does while continuing to place blame on democrats and Joe Biden. Was hoping to hear good ideas and solutions rather than a boot licking and blame game show.

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    Johnny B Sleepy
    United States8 months ago
  • Misinformation Generator

    This podcast is a waste of time and lacks truth in most of its topics. They look to mislead and misinform. Not at all what I would recommend to anyone looking for facts.

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    Ick vibes
    United Statesa year ago
  • Important and Relevant

    Excellent and worthwhile podcast, just wish it were longer and went more in-depth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bibliophenia
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Terrible

    Don’t waste your time

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SJMayer
    United States2 years ago
  • I’ve been missing out!!!

    Why am I just now finding this podcast? This is an excellent and educating listen. Definitely add this to your listening routine.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Run till the end
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise clear, fact-based policy explanations and accessible wonk-level detail.
A few reviews express concern about perceived bias or sensational framing at times.
Guests and hosts are viewed as knowledgeable, credible sources on constitutional and policy issues.
Some critics describe episodes as overly partisan with limited left-leaning counterpoints.
Positive feedback highlights practical policy proposals and actionable takeaways for lawmakers and advocates.

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Is France a Warning for the West? | Laura LaCombe
Q: Why should Americans sitting here from across the Atlantic really care about what's going on in France?
LaCombe says political events in France can have repercussions elsewhere and urges Americans to pay attention to immigration and far-left politics, which she says are contributing to the unrest.
Is France a Warning for the West? | Laura LaCombe
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your organization and what you attempt to do?
LaCombe describes La Cocarde Étudiante as a student union that seeks to preserve the value of degrees, oppose left-wing mobilization in universities and represent students in elections.
BONUS | How Can We Succeed Where USAID Failed? | Ben Black
Q: What exactly does the DFC do in comparison to the Belt and Road that does make it an efficient counterweight?
Black says the DFC uses government investment to absorb some risks and bring private capital into projects, creating local markets rather than relying on state capital alone.
BONUS | How Can We Succeed Where USAID Failed? | Ben Black
Q: Give us a little bit of what DFC is and what it means to you.
Black describes the DFC as the U.S. international investment agency, using debt, equity and insurance to make investments intended to earn profits for American taxpayers and advance U.S. strategic interests.
Why is France on Fire? | Nile Gardiner
Q: Why should Americans care about what is happening in Europe?
Gardiner argues that political developments and unrest in Europe could foreshadow challenges in the United States, and says Americans should support forces defending Western civilization.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Heritage Explains

What is Heritage Explains about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A policy-focused show featuring senior researchers and policy experts from a leading public policy organization who explain complex issues with a conservative-leaning framing. Episodes cover topics from election integrity and constitutional rights to public lands policy, higher education reform, Smithsonian governance, and Supreme Court decisions, often with practical policy proposals and legislative paths. Notable for its accessibility (policy 101-level) while still offering detailed context through guest experts and data-driven arguments. A distinctive angle is the consistent emphasis on American founding principles, sovereignty, and governance, with guests ranging from senior fellows to pilots of legislative agendas. Potential listeners ... more

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Recent guests on Heritage Explains include:

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2. Laura LaCombe
3. Nile Gardiner
4. Dan Kowalski
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6. Jay Richards
7. Ken Cuccinelli
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