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The weekly flagship podcast from The Heartland Institute features in-depth policy discussions connected to current news. Host Donald Kendal leads the discussion with the usual crew of Heartland Institute Vice President Jim Lakely, Socialism Research Center “Commissar” Justin Haskins, Editorial Director Chris Talgo, and others at this national free-market think tank. The entertaining and informativ... more

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The debate surrounding AI and whether or not (or even how) its development should be regulated is definitely heating up, with a flurry of mostly-Democrats coming out in favor of forcing a development slowdown in order to supposedly prevent a looming ... more

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September 11th, 2001, was one of the darkest days in U.S. history. Almost 3,000 Americans died, and it is not a stretch to argue that it changed the course of American life forever. While the lives lost were the worst impact by far, policy decisions ... more

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Today the team is away at The Heartland Institute's 42nd Anniversary Benefit Dinner, hosting Governor Ron DeSantis.

Instead of your regularly scheduled program, we bring to you an amazing speech by Yeonmi Park!

We’re celebrating 550 episodes of In The Tank by revisiting some of the greatest stories from the American Revolution!

Join host Linnea Lueken, alongside regulars Jim Lakely, Sam Karnick, and Chris Talgo, as they explore the people, battles, and ide... more

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Recent Guests

Yeonmi Park
North Korean defector and speaker at the Heartland Institute event
Heartland Institute event speaker
Episode: Yeonmi Park - In The Tank #551
Silas Centurion-Pearson
Intern on camera
Heartland Institute
Episode: Why Socialism Fails - In The Tank #548
Samantha Fillmore
State Government Relations Manager
Heartland Institute
Episode: The Cost of Living Crisis — In the Tank Podcast #537
Justin Haskins
Vice President of Policy at the Heartland Institute and co-author of "The Next Big Crash"
The Heartland Institute
Episode: The Next Big Crash — In the Tank Podcast #526
Christian Toto
Award-winning film critic and founder of hollywoodintoto.com
Hollywood In Toto
Episode: The Future of Movies — In the Tank Podcast #522
AnneMarie Schieber
Research Fellow and Managing Editor of Health Care News at the Heartland Institute
Heartland Institute
Episode: CNN Declares Men Are a "Disease" — Yes, Really - In The Tank #515
Ian Tang
Communications intern at Heartland Institute, former Bernie Sanders supporter turned conservative
Heartland Institute
Episode: Media Spin Exposed: Left-Wing Violence & Censorship Uncovered — In The Tank Podcast #512
James Taylor
President of the Heartland Institute
Heartland Institute
Episode: What Is Wrong with These People? - In the Tank Podcast #511
Lois Perry
Director of Heartland UK Europe
Heartland Institute
Episode: Obama's Russia-Gate EXPOSED + Hunter's PR Tour Disaster | In The Tank Podcast #504

Hosts

Linnea Lueken
Host of In The Tank
Jim Lakely
Vice President and Director of Communications, Heartland Institute
Sam Karnick
Senior Fellow
Chris Talgo
Editorial Director and Socialism Research Fellow

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Enjoy the show!

    Good stuff!

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    buster0535
    United States9 months ago
  • Thank you

    Very important to hear the libertarian positions on tech and energy. Good commentary and banter. Worthwhile.

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    5
    little tim267
    United States3 years ago
  • A must listen

    Balanced and informative podcast from one of the best think tanks in the nation. Worth a listen for educated opinions on all current topics.

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    Romanofzki
    United States3 years ago
  • Thank you

    Very important to hear the libertarian positions on tech and energy. Good commentary and banter. Worthwhile.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    little tim267
    United States3 years ago
  • Your weekly dose of common sense!

    Great listen (I usually watch on YouTube but trying to get off there!)

    Apple Podcasts
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    Troy Parry
    Singapore5 years ago

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Perceived as intellectually rigorous but with a sharp ideological edge.
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Accessible while deep-diving into policy debates; the banter adds energy.
Thoughtful, data-driven policy banter with a libertarian streak.

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Yeonmi Park - In The Tank #551
Q: What will it take to change people's thinking if your story doesn't do it?
The speaker suggests drastic, stark measures, humorously proposing severe actions as a deterrent, while emphasizing that true change comes from a deep, personal awakening and understanding of liberty under pressure.
The Cost of Living Crisis — In the Tank Podcast #537
Q: Is there a practical path to restoring affordability for housing and daily expenses?
Yes, the discussion emphasizes reducing government intervention and regulation, reforming monetary policy to curb inflation, and encouraging private sector-led housing supply as the path to lower costs and more affordable living for young people.
The Cost of Living Crisis — In the Tank Podcast #537
Q: What factors are primarily driving the cost of living for younger generations?
The panel attributes the pressure to a combination of inflated housing costs due to regulation and zoning, rising education costs driven by federal spending, and sustained inflation from government monetary policy, arguing that reducing regulation and freeing markets would alleviate the burden over time.
Socialism In Our Schools — In The Tank Podcast #527
Q: What is going on with the support for socialism among young people?
There's a huge chunk of today's youth supporting socialist candidates without a clear understanding of socialism itself, leading to a troubling trend in political ideology.
Night of the Democratic Socialists! — In the Tank Podcast #517
Q: What is the best Halloween or just scary movie?
The hosts discuss various horror movies, sharing favorites including Hereditary, Nightmare on Elm Street, and The Exorcist.

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This series centers on libertarian-leaning, free-market policy analysis focused on current events and public policy. Episodes routinely dissect government action, regulatory policy, energy and environmental topics, technology and media, and domestic policy battles with a sharp, skeptical eye toward bureaucratic expansion and left-leaning agendas. A hallmark is combative yet accessible banter among seasoned Heartland Institute voices, combining data, historical context, and provocative takes to illuminate how policy choices reshape economics, innovation, and individual liberty. Noteworthy elements include a strong emphasis on privatization, federal-versus-state dynamics, and a willingness to challenge mainstream narratives, which can be appe... more

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