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The Capitol Forum Podcast

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Corporate Control Over Agriculture
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Consolidation In Agriculture
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Labor Markets
Global Antitrust Landscape
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Exploring Solutions to Monopoly Problems

Following forty years of laissez-faire antitrust enforcement and industry consolidation, the White House is considering a fundamental rethink of how to interpret, enforce, and rewrite antitrust law, and many questions remain unanswered for the antitrust community.

On the heels of federal and state litigation against Google and Facebook, is Amazon next? Wil... more

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In this episode of Second Request, Executive Editor Teddy Downey sits down with Michael Murray, Katherine Wyszkowski, and Daniel Hanley to discuss their recent research about the antitrust risk posed by U.S. electric utilities — especially as it rela... more

For decades the amount of small homebuilders in the United States has been dwindling. One reason is the shuttering of local financial networks. Today on Second Request, Executive Editor Teddy Downey sits down with Laurel Kilgour Policy Director at th... more

After a federal judge rejected the Federal Trade Commission's argument that Meta has an illegal monopoly in the personal social media market, regulators are debating what the decision means for future enforcement of section 2 of the Sherman Antitrust... more

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Recent Guests

Katherine Wyszkowski
State policy manager at the Mission Data Coalition, leads regulatory engagement
Mission Data Coalition
Episode: American Electricity's Antitrust Dilemma
Michael Murray
President of Mission Data, promoting consumer access to energy usage data
Mission Data
Episode: American Electricity's Antitrust Dilemma
Laurel Kilgour
Policy Director at the American Economic Liberties Project
American Economic Liberties Project
Episode: “Capital Crunch” and the U.S. Housing Supply Crisis (with Laurel Kilgour)
Joel Thayer
President of the Digital Progress Institute with experience in technology policy and regulation.
Digital Progress Institute
Episode: How the Meta Decision Changes Antitrust Enforcement
Steven Xiao
Associate Professor of Finance at the University of Texas at Dallas Naveen Jindal School of Management
University of Texas at Dallas
Episode: Building the Bottlenecks: The Impact of Homebuilder Consolidation (with Steven Xiao and Zheng Liu)
Zheng Liu
PhD candidate at the University of Texas at Dallas
University of Texas at Dallas
Episode: Building the Bottlenecks: The Impact of Homebuilder Consolidation (with Steven Xiao and Zheng Liu)
Patrick Thomas
Reporter at The Wall Street Journal covering US agriculture and commodity markets
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: How the Soybean Became a Geopolitical Weapon
Martin Gould
Founding partner at Steiner Gould, Greco and Hensley
Steiner Gould, Greco and Hensley
Episode: Is Roblox Safe for Kids?
Stephen Vanderport
Partner at Steiner Gould, Greco and Hensley
Steiner Gould, Greco and Hensley
Episode: Is Roblox Safe for Kids?

Host

Teddy Downey
Executive Editor who hosts discussions on antitrust issues, analyzing the impact of market power across various industries.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Get a new narrator

    This narrator is not cutting it. Please get another one.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lilian Washington
    United States12 days ago
  • Top Notch

    This show is great and I’m not even interested in antitrust!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sydney MW
    United States5 months ago
  • Super smart podcast

    Love how this podcast dives deep into monopoly and problems of corporate power

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sims97
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    As the title implies, this is an in-depth look into antitrust and how its enforcement is being transformed. The guests provide invaluable perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    competition2022
    United States4 years ago
  • Engaging podcast on present-day antitrust issues and headlines

    Great podcast to follow if you’re interested in understanding how the concentration of market power impacts industries and society in ways both big and small. Each episode thus far has featured a different speaker so the topics and perspectives are fresh and different for every program. The guests also do a good job of breaking down more complicated topics and showing their real-world implications in easy-to-follow language and terminology.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    22DCListener
    United States4 years ago

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Many find the podcast to be a valuable resource that breaks down sophisticated concepts related to corporate power and market dynamics in an accessible manner.
The engaging format and depth of content are frequently mentioned as key strengths, making it educational even for those with less prior interest in antitrust topics.
Listeners appreciate the insightful exploration of complex antitrust issues, often noting the high-quality discussions and expert guests featured.

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American Electricity's Antitrust Dilemma
Q: What can be done to address the antitrust risks associated with US electric utilities?
The group discussed using antitrust laws proactively to address situations where utilities restrict access to consumer data and practices that limit competition, such as tying services to their own platforms.
How the Soybean Became a Geopolitical Weapon
Q: Did the trade war have a negative impact for US soybean producers?
Yes, the trade war directly hurt farmers, especially in North Dakota and Minnesota, where the cash price for soybeans fell below break-even levels due to the loss of their largest customer, China.
Is Roblox Safe for Kids?
Q: Could you introduce yourself and say your name, and I guess whatever title you'd like to be introduced as?
Marty and Stephen introduced themselves as partners at Steiner Gould, Greco, and Hensley, specializing in sexual abuse cases across the country.
The Antitrust Case Against AI Overviews with Madhavi Singh
Q: What makes this a particularly good application of monopolization law?
It's a compelling case as it captures how Google has been extracting more from publishers while compensating them less, constituting the abuse of monopsony power.
Lower Artificial Intelligence Literacy Predicts Greater AI Receptivity with Chiara Longoni
Q: How did you define AI literacy?
AI literacy is defined through conceptual and technical knowledge about AI, including understanding how AI works and its ethical implications.

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What is The Capitol Forum Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the critical issues of monopoly power and antitrust enforcement, this series presents in-depth conversations with experts on the evolving landscape of competition law. With the recent shifts in governmental attitudes towards corporate consolidation, it addresses the implications of antitrust policies across various industries, including technology, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. Notably, the discussions explore both historical failures and proposed reforms within the context of modern economic challenges, making it a valuable resource for professionals seeking nuanced insights into regulatory dynamics and market competition. The accessible yet comprehensive format likely caters to a diverse audience, including industry leader... more

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1. Katherine Wyszkowski
2. Michael Murray
3. Laurel Kilgour
4. Joel Thayer
5. Steven Xiao
6. Zheng Liu
7. Patrick Thomas
8. Martin Gould

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