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**Aspen Insight**

Join host Amina Akhtar as she goes beyond the headlines to unpack complex policy topics and shine a light on leaders who are making a difference. Brought to you by the Aspen Institute.

Latest Episodes:

Artist in Residence Edmund de Waal in conversation with Paula Crown May 08, 2020

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Artist, advocate, and entrepreneur Paula Crown reflects with Artist in Residence Edmund de Waal on his work.

Dan Porterfield on the Business of Giving Podcast Apr 27, 2020

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The following is a cross-posted conversation between Dan Porterfield, CEO and President of the Aspen Institute, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving Podcast. On the episode, Dan Porterfield talked about leading the institute into a pandemic, a new social contract, and why this is a moment for servant leadership to shine.

Containing the Spread of Viral Misinformation Apr 10, 2020

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As COVID-19 continues to spread rapidly, the global trends around information flows seem to be moving even faster. In this episode, Aspen Digital Executive Director Vivian Schiller answers pressing questions like the long term impact of misinformation on government trust and transparency.

Cash Matters Jan 08, 2020

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Long before Andrew Yang raised the idea of universal basic income (UBI) as a presidential campaign platform, UBI has been a topic among economic development experts. Is it a silver bullet or money without accountability? The reality is much more complicated. One cash transfer program, developed in Jackson, Mississippi, targets low-income families in public housing. Magnolia Mother’s Trust is distributing $1,000 a month for one year to fifteen families. The goal, says program organizer Aisha Nyandoro, is two-fold: to advocate for economic justice and change the narrative around poverty. Nyandoro speaks with Ebony Beals, a parent participant who helped design the cash assistance program. Their conversation was held during a convening in October held by Ascend, a program at the Aspen Institute that works to move children and the adults in their lives to educational success, economic security, and health and well-being.

The State of Native Youth in 2019 Nov 27, 2019

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Every year during National Native American Heritage Month, the Center for Native American Youth puts out a report centered on Native Youth and the issues they are working towards solving in their communities. This year’s report was centered on civic engagement and belonging.

Madeleine Albright is Unapologetic Nov 13, 2019

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When it comes to being an immigrant and helping women succeed, former United States Secretary of State Madeleine Albright is unapologetic.

Confronting Machismo in Central America Oct 28, 2019

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Maria Pacheco and Alexandra Kissling speak about combatting machismo is Central American society and empowering Central American women with the tools they need to succeed economically and socially. They are two of the founders of Vital Voices Central America in Costa Rica and Guatemala and are 2019 John P. Mcnulty Prize Laureates. Pacheco and Kissling are also part of the Aspen Global Leadership Network, joining more than 3,000 high integrity, values-based entrepreneurial fellows around the world.

What is Medicare for All? Oct 14, 2019

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There have been many proposals on how to fix the healthcare system in America. One proposal in particular, Medicare for All, has gained a lot of popularity. Margot Sanger-Katz from The New York Times joins host Amina Akhtar to explain the proposal and what it means for the 2020 election.

What's the Deal With Vaping? Sep 30, 2019

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With such drastic measures being taken both by government and companies selling vaping products, it begs the question: what’s the deal with vaping? Internationally recognized anti-tobacco experts Deborah Arnott and Matthew Myers give us their take on vaping from the Aspen Ideas Health Conference.

Aspen Insight Season 3 Trailer Sep 06, 2019

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Starting the week of September 23rd, the Aspen Insight Podcast will be back for its third season with host Amina Akhtar.