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Policy 360 is a series of policy conversations from the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University.

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GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have revolutionized the management of diabetes and obesity. Millions of Americans are experimenting with them. Celebrities like Oprah are sharing their experiences. Duke Sanford School of Public Policy faculty memb... more

Duke Sanford School of Public Policy Professor Anirudh Krishna has been studying a seemingly simple question: why do people in certain countries just seem better at some things than others? Think of the large number of world-class runners from Jamaic... more

As 21st Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General CQ Brown, Jr. advised the President, the Secretary of Defense, and the National Security Council. He now serves as an executive in residence at Duke with appointments in the Sanford School of Pub... more

Every year, 250 million Americans face issues that land them in the civil justice system; think eviction, debt collection and poor housing. And here's a shocking number: more than 90% of people with low incomes either get no legal help or inadequate ... more

Danny Werfel recently served as the 50th Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. He led the U.S. tax system twice, and in his most recent stint he was in charge of a dramatic transformation, launching more digital solutions in a two-year period... more

What if a single clause in your job contract could quietly shape how much you are able to get paid -- after you leave that job? And what if that same contract clause ends up limiting the places you can move for a job? Today, the hidden power of the n... more

Michael Regan recently served as the 16th Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Previously he was Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality where he secured the largest coal ash cleanup se... more

Every technology in music history leaves artists behind. What if one left them all behind? AI-generated music is severely undermining artists' ability to make a viable living. Is it a canary in the coal mine for music and for how AI will affect the f... more

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Jonathan Zhang
Assistant Professor of Public Policy
Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy
Episode: Ep. 182 GLP-1 Drugs - One Thing They Don't Reduce
Anirudh Krishna
Edgar T. Thompson Professor of Public Policy and Political Science at Duke University
Duke University
Episode: Ep. 181 What Jamaican Sprinters Can Teach Us About Upward Mobility
CQ Brown, Jr.
Former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; Executive in Residence at Duke
United States military; Duke University
Episode: Ep. 180 Trust & Leadership: A Conversation with CQ Brown, Jr. Former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Danny Werfel
Former Commissioner of the IRS and Distinguished Fellow at Polis, Duke Center for Politics
IRS, Duke University
Episode: Ep. 178 The Hidden Everyday Successes of Government - And How That Can Help Democracy
Matt Johnson
Bruce L. Payne Associate Professor of Public Policy at the Sanford School of Public Policy
Duke University
Episode: Ep. 177 Workers: a non-compete clause should give you pause
Merritt Cahoon
Has a background in tech ethics; part of the Deep Tech Initiative at Duke University
Deep Tech Initiative, Duke University
Episode: Ep. 174 Yes, the Data Center Next Door Can Be a Good Neighbor
Ian Hitchcock
Works on energy and environmental policy; part of the Deep Tech Initiative at Duke University
Deep Tech Initiative, Duke University
Episode: Ep. 174 Yes, the Data Center Next Door Can Be a Good Neighbor
CJ Appleton
Assistant Professor in the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University
Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University
Episode: Ep. 173 Reforming Criminal Reform
Robyn Caplan
Faculty member at Duke University focusing on technological development and society
Duke University
Episode: Ep. 172 Will AI Prompt a New Golden Era?

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Manoj Mohanan
Host of Policy 360; Interim Dean of the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University
Anna Gassman-Pines
Host of Policy 360; Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy

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Ep. 181 What Jamaican Sprinters Can Teach Us About Upward Mobility
Q: Are there any downsides to trying to implement an idea like this, and what are potential risks in ladder design?
Downsides include misaligned investments that focus only on the top of the ladder without creating linkages from rural areas to opportunities, and the risk of creating ladders that fail to maintain open access or have nepotism or non-transparent standards, which could undermine effectiveness or be repurposed in restrictive regimes.
Ep. 181 What Jamaican Sprinters Can Teach Us About Upward Mobility
Q: What kinds of talent spaces are we talking about in Going Beyond India, and how do these ladders accommodate different abilities and interests?
Ladders should accommodate multiple talents beyond traditional metrics like exam scores—athletes, artists, coders, and musicians—and provide environments where individuals can try different ladders and find the one that best fits their abilities and passions, with corresponding support to rise to their full potential.
Ep. 181 What Jamaican Sprinters Can Teach Us About Upward Mobility
Q: Does that say something about the formation of expectations? How did you start thinking about the question?
The lack of visible role models in many communities shapes expectations; creating a visible ladder of opportunity helps generate new aspirations and pathways, showing that people can move up by following structured steps rather than being confined by early circumstances.
Ep. 178 The Hidden Everyday Successes of Government - And How That Can Help Democracy
Q: What factors do you think you would attribute to your success in those years?
Danny attributes his success to his previous experiences at the IRS, understanding the culture, and developing a clear leadership philosophy.
Ep. 178 The Hidden Everyday Successes of Government - And How That Can Help Democracy
Q: What originally interested you in something that most people don't often think about, which is tax policy?
Danny explains that his interest grew as he developed a reputation for solving government issues and as crises arose, particularly during his time at the IRS.

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What is Policy 360 about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Policy conversations rooted in public policy, governance, and social impact, with a strong emphasis on real-world applications of research and policy design. Episodes frequently center on health economics, housing and civil justice, environmental policy, national security, technology and data policy, and democratic process reform. The format often pairs Duke University scholars and policymakers with practitioners or public figures to unpack how policy choices play out in practice, including implementation challenges, equity considerations, and the trade-offs inherent in public programs. A recurring strength is connecting rigorous academic insights to tangible outcomes for communities, making it valuable for listeners who want evidence-based... more

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