Future of Freedom

Keith E. Whittington & Charles Fain Lehman: Does Federal Involvement Safeguard or Endanger Free Speech on College Campuses? May 21, 2025

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about whether federal involvement safeguards or endangers free speech on college campuses. First on the show is Keith E. Whittington, is the David Boies Professor of Law at Yale Law School and founding chair of the Academic Freedom Alliance. Later, we hear from Charles Fain Lehman, fellow at the Manhattan Institute and senior editor of City Journal. You can find Keith on X @kewhittington and Charles at @CharlesFLehman. Both have written essays at The Dispatch on this topic. Whittington’s can be found here while Lehman’s can be found here.

Oren Cass & Iain Murray: Can the Use of Tariffs Help Improve the U.S. Economy? May 06, 2025

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about tariffs. First on the show is Oren Cass, Chief Economist at American Compass. Later, we hear from Iain Murray, Vice President for Strategy and senior fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. You can find Oren on X @oren_cass and Iain at @ismurray.

Johan Norberg & Derek Scissors: How Should the U.S. Economically Engage With China? Apr 15, 2025

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about trade with and investment in China. First on the show is Johan Norberg, senior fellow at the Cato Institute. Later, we hear from Derek Scissors, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. You can find Johan on X @johanknorberg and Derek at @DerekScissors1.

Brian Rankin & Howard Husock: Should the Federal Government Fund Public Broadcasting? Apr 03, 2025

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about federal funding for public broadcasting. First on the show is Brian Rankin, an Adjunct Fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Later, we hear from Howard Husock, senior fellow in Domestic Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute. You can find the Competitive Enterprise Institute on X @ceidotorg and the American Enterprise Institute at @AEI.

Charles Fain Lehman & Jacob James Rich: Should Online Sports Gambling Be Legal? Mar 21, 2025

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the legalization of internet sports gambling. First on the show is Charles Fain Lehman, fellow at the Manhattan Institute and senior editor of City Journal. Later, we hear from Jacob James Rich, policy analyst at Reason Foundation. You can find Charles on X, formerly Twitter, at @CharlesFLehman and Jacob at @JacobJamesRich.

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Grover Norquist & Jessica Riedl: Evaluating the Effectiveness of DOGE Mar 05, 2025

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). First on the show is Grover Norquist, President of Americans for Tax Reform. Later, we hear from Jessica Riedl, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, focusing on budget, tax, and economic policy. You can find Grover on X, formerly Twitter, at @GroverNorquist and Jessica at @JessicaBRiedl.

Neal McCluskey & Rick Hess: How Should the Department of Education Be Addressed? Feb 14, 2025

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the Department of Education. First on the show is Neal McCluskey, the director of Cato’s Center for Educational Freedom. Later, we hear from Frederick M. Hess, Senior Fellow and Director of Education Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute. You can find Neal on X, formerly Twitter, at @NealMcCluskey and Rick at @rickhess99.

Joe Lancaster & Thomas J. Healey: How Should the IRS Be Reformed? Dec 20, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about possible reform of the Internal Revenue Service. First on the show is Joe Lancaster, an assistant editor at Reason. Later, we hear from Thomas J. Healey, the former assistant secretary of the U.S. Treasury under President Ronald Reagan, a senior fellow at Harvard’s Kennedy School and the founder of Healey Development LLC. You can find Joe on X, formerly Twitter, at @JoeRLancaster.

Robert VerBruggen & Adam White: Should SCOTUS Be Reformed? Oct 28, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the need for reform of the U.S. Supreme Court. First on the show is Robert VerBruggen, a fellow at the Manhattan Institute and writer for City Journal. Later, we hear from Adam White, Laurence H. Silberman Chair in Constitutional Governance and senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and former member of the Presidential Commission on the Supreme Court of the United States. You can find Robert on X, formerly Twitter, at @RAVerBruggen and AEI at @AEI.

Stephen Miran & Scott Lincicome: Should the United States Prioritize Reindustrialization? Oct 07, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the need for a reindustrialization policy for America. First on the show is Stephen Miran, a fellow at the Manhattan Institute and former senior advisor for economic policy at the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Later, we hear from Scott Lincicome, vice president of general economics at the Cato Institute and Cato’s Herbert A. Stiefel Center for Trade Policy Studies. You can find Steve on X, formerly Twitter, at @SteveMiran and Scott at @ScottLincicome.

Andy Puzder & Allison Schrager: Should Tips Be Taxed? Sep 16, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about a “No Tax on Tips” policy. First on the show is Andy Puzder, the chief executive officer of CKE Restaurants for more than 16 years and currently a distinguished visiting fellow at the Heritage Foundation and a senior fellow at the America First Policy Institute. Later we hear from Allison Schrager, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and a City Journal contributing editor. You can find Andy on X, formerly Twitter, at @AndyPuzder and Allison at @AllisonSchrager.

Mackenzie Eaglen & John G. Ferrari: How Should Military Recruiting Efforts Be Improved? Aug 30, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about how to improve military recruitment efforts. First on the show is Mackenzie Eaglen, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI). Later we hear from John G. Ferrari, a nonresident senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. You can find Mackenzie on X, formerly Twitter, at @MEaglen and AEI at @AEI.

Alex Reinauer & Greyson Gee: Should 'Right to Repair' Laws Be Enacted? Aug 16, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about “Right to Repair” laws. First on the show is Alex Reinauer, research fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Later we hear from Greyson Gee, policy scholar at the Texas Public Policy Foundation. You can find Alex on X, formerly Twitter, at @Alex_Reinauer and Greyson at @GreysonTGee.

Alexandra DeSanctis & Philip Klein: Should Abortion Be a State or Federal Issue? Jul 31, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the wisdom of federal pro-life legislation in the wake of the Dobbs decision. First on the show is Alexandra DeSanctis, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and co-author of the book Tearing Us Apart: How Abortion Harms Everything and Solves Nothing. Later we hear from Philip Klein, editor of National Review Online. You can find Alexandra on X, formerly Twitter, at @xan_desanctis and Philip at @PhilipAKlein.

Jay P. Greene & Tanner Aliff: How Should the Doctor Shortage Be Addressed? Jun 21, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about how to address the doctor shortage in the United States. First on the show is Jay P. Greene, PhD, a Senior Research Fellow in The Heritage Foundation’s Center for Education Policy. Later, we hear from Tanner Aliff, Policy Director for the Center on Health and Families at the Texas Public Policy Foundation. You can find Jay on X, formerly Twitter, at @JayPGreene and Tanner at @taliff5.

C. Jarrett Dieterle & Brian Albrecht: Should Non-Compete Clauses Be Banned? Jun 04, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the recent FEC decision to ban noncompete clauses in employment agreements. First on the show is C. Jarrett Dieterle, resident senior fellow at the R Street Institute. Later, we hear from Brian Albrecht, chief economist of the International Center for Law and Economics. You can find R Street on X, formerly Twitter, at @RSI and Brian at @BrianCAlbrecht.

John Hood & Andrew T. Walker: What Should Be the Future of Conservatism? May 23, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints on the future of conservatism. First on the show is John Hood, president of the John William Pope Foundation and one of the organizers of the Freedom Conservative Statement. Later, we hear from Andrew T. Walker, Associate Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, and author of the recent book, Faithful Reason: Natural Law Ethics for God’s Glory and Our Good. You can find John on X, formerly Twitter, at @JohnHoodNC and Andrew at @AndrewTWalk.

Elizabeth Nolan Brown & Emma Waters: Is Surrogacy Good for Our Culture? May 09, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints on whether surrogacy is good for our culture. First on the show is Elizabeth Nolan Brown, senior editor at Reason and the author of Reason's biweekly Sex & Tech newsletter. Later, we hear from Emma Waters, a Senior Research Associate for the Richard and Helen DeVos Center for Life, Religion and Family at The Heritage Foundation. You can find Elizabeth on X, formerly Twitter, at @ENBrown and Emma at @emlwaters.

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Vance Ginn & Angela Rachidi: How Should SNAP Be Reformed? Apr 22, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints regarding possible reforms to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). First on the show is Vance Ginn, president of Ginn Economic Consulting and former chief economist at the White House Office of Management and Budget. Later, we hear from Angela Rachidi, senior fellow and Rowe Scholar at the American Enterprise Institute. You can find Vance on X, formerly Twitter, at @VanceGinn and Angela at @AngelaRachidi.

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Daniel Lyons & Jonathan Cannon: How Should the Broadband Affordability Gap Be Addressed? Apr 08, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints regarding our approach to the broadband affordability gap. First on the show is Daniel Lyons, nonresident senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and associate dean of academic affairs and a professor of law at Boston College Law School. Later, we hear from Jonathan Cannon, policy counsel in Technology and Innovation at RStreet. You can find Daniel on X, formerly Twitter, at @ProfDanielLyons and Jonathan at @JMLCannon.

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Mark A. Calabria & Mary L. G. Theroux: How Should Homelessness Be Addressed? Mar 27, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints regarding our approach to the homelessness crisis. First on the show is Mark A. Calabria, a senior advisor to the Cato Institute. Later, we hear from Mary L. G. Theroux, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer of the Independent Institute. You can find Mark on X, formerly Twitter, at @MarkCalabria and Mary at @MaryTheroux1.

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Robert Poole & David Ditch: Should a Federal Miles Traveled Tax Be Adopted? Mar 12, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints regarding the implementation of a miles traveled tax to fund transportation infrastructure. First on the show is Robert Poole, director of transportation policy and Searle Freedom Trust Transportation Fellow at Reason Foundation. Later, we hear from David Ditch, a Senior Policy Analyst in the Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget at The Heritage Foundation. You can find the Reason Foundation on X, formerly Twitter, at @ReasonFdn and David at @DavidADitch.

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Aparna Mathur & Rachel Greszler: Should the Federal Government Provide Paid Parental & Medical Leave? Feb 27, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints regarding federal paid parental and medical leave. First on the show is Aparna Mathur, Senior Manager in Economics at Amazon, former resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, and a former senior fellow at Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government. Later, we hear from Rachel Greszler, Senior Research Fellow in the Roe Institute at the Heritage Foundation. You can find Aparna on X, formerly Twitter, at @aparnamath and find the Heritage Foundation at @Heritage.

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Courtney Joslin & Michael New: Should Contraceptive Access Be Expanded? Feb 07, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints regarding the expansion of access to contraceptives in the U.S. First on the show is Courtney Joslin, Resident Fellow and Senior Manager of the Project for Women and Families at RStreet. Later, we hear from Michael New, Assistant Professor of Social Research at the Busch School of Business at The Catholic University of America. You can find Courtney on X, formerly Twitter, at @courtneyatlas and find Michael at @Michael_J_New.

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James Carafano & Ivan R. Eland: What Role Should the U.S. Play in NATO? Jan 22, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints regarding the future of U.S. involvement in NATO. First on the show is James Carafano, Senior Counselor to the President at the Heritage Foundation and E.W. Richardson Fellow. Later, we hear from Ivan R. Eland, Senior Fellow at the Independent Institute and Director of the Independent Institute’s Center on Peace & Liberty. You can find James on X, formerly Twitter, at @JJCarafano and find Ivan at @Ivan_Eland.

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Corey DeAngelis & Robert Bortins: Should Conservatives Embrace Universal School Choice Policies? Jan 10, 2024

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints regarding universal school choice and school vouchers. First on the show is Corey DeAngelis, senior fellow at the American Federation For Children, visiting fellow at Stanford’s Hoover Institution, and a member of the board of academic advisors for Classical Learning Test. Later, we hear from Robert Bortins, CEO of Classical Conversations and also a member of the board of academic advisors for Classical Learning Test. You can find Corey on X, formerly Twitter, at @DeAngelisCorey and find Classical Conversations at @ClassicalConv.

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Nick Gillespie & Charles Fain Lehman: How Should the U.S. Combat the Drug Crisis? Dec 18, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints regarding the War on Drugs. First on the show is Nick Gillespie, editor at large at Reason and host of The Reason Interview. Later, we hear from Charles Fain Lehman, fellow at the Manhattan Institute and contributing editor at City Journal. You can find Nick on X, formerly Twitter, at @NickGillespie and Charles at @CharlesFLehman.

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Joshua Treviño & Ilya Somin: How Should the U.S. Respond to Mexican Cartels? Dec 06, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints regarding the U.S. approach to Mexican cartels and the potential need to utilize military force. First on the show is Joshua Treviño, Chief of Intelligence and Research at the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Later, we hear from Ilya Somin, Professor of Law at George Mason University and the B. Kenneth Simon Chair in Constitutional Studies at the Cato Institute. You can find the Texas Public Policy Foundation on X, formerly Twitter, at @TPPF and Ilya at @IlyaSomin.

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Nick Tomboulides & Adam Carrington: Should the U.S. Congress Have Term Limits? Nov 20, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints regarding the need for terms limits in the U.S. House and Senate. First on the show is Nick Tomboulides, Executive Director of U.S. Term Limits. Later, we hear from Adam Carrington, Associate Professor of Politics at Hillsdale College and author of the recent essay “Congressional term limits are bad medicine for a sick branch.” You can find Nick on X, formerly Twitter, at @Tomboulides and Adam at @CarringtonAM.

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Jeremy Kidd & Julius Krein: How Should Conservatives Approach ESG Investing Initiatives? Nov 07, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints regarding the conservative approach to ESG investing initiatives. First on the show is Jeremy Kidd, associate professor of law at Drake University and co-author of the report “Stakeholder Capitalism: Theft, Path to Central Planning, or Both?” Later, we hear from Julius Krein, editor director of American Affairs and author of the essay, “Why the Right Can’t Beat ESG.” You can find Jeremy on X, formerly Twitter, at @JeremyLynnKidd and Julius at @JuliusKrein.

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Walter Olson & Jason Snead: Should Ranked Choice Voting Be Adopted? Oct 20, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the wisdom and effectiveness of the Ranked Choice Voting system. First on the show is Walter Olson, senior fellow at the Cato Institute. Later, we hear from Jason Snead, executive director of Honest Elections Project and co-author of the book The Case Against Ranked Choice Voting. You can find Walter on X, formerly Twitter, at @WalterOlson and Jason at @JasonWSnead.

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James Broughel & Samuel Hammond: Should the Government Regulate Artificial Intelligence? Oct 11, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the need for government regulation of artificial intelligence. First on the show is James Broughel, senior fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Later, we hear from Samuel Hammond, senior economist at the Foundation for American Innovation. You can find James on X, formerly Twitter, at @JamesBroughel and Samuel at @hamandcheese.

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Chris Griswold & Dominic Pino: Should Conservatives Change Their Approach to Organized Labor? Sep 26, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints about the need for conservatives to rethink their approach to organized labor. First on the show is Chris Griswold, policy director at American Compass. Later, we hear from Dominic Pino, Thomas L. Rhodes Journalism Fellow at National Review Institute. You can find Chris on X, formerly Twitter, at @Chris_Griz and Dominic at @DominicJPino.

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Brian T. Fitzpatrick & Ted Frank: Should Conservatives Embrace the Current Class Action System? Sep 18, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints about whether conservatives should embrace the current class action system. First on the show is Brian T. Fitzpatrick, Milton R. Underwood Chair in Free Enterprise and Professor of Law at Vanderbilt Law School. Later, we hear from Ted Frank, director of the Center for Class Action Fairness at the Hamilton Lincoln Law Institute. You can find Brian on X, formerly Twitter, at @BTFitzPat and Ted at @TedFrank.

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Kara Frederick & Jacob Sullum: Should the Government Regulate Social Media for Minors? Sep 07, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints on the debate over the regulation of social media for minors. First on the show is Kara Frederick, Director of the Tech Policy Center at The Heritage Foundation. Later, we hear from Jacob Sullum, senior editor at Reason and a nationally syndicated columnist. You can find Kara on X, formerly Twitter, at @KaraAFrederick and Jacob at @JacobSullum.

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Henry Olsen & Michael Strain: Should Conservatives Embrace Government Intervention in the Economy to Achieve Policy Goals? Aug 14, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints on the need for additional government intervention in the markets to achieve specific policy goals. First on the show is Henry Olsen, senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and columnist for the Washington Post. Later, we hear from Michael Strain, director of Economic Policy Studies and the Arthur F. Burns Scholar in Political Economy at the American Enterprise Institute. You can find Henry on Twitter at @HenryOlsenEPPC and Michael at @MichaelRStrain.

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Jessica Vaughan & David Bier: How Should the Federal Government Engage with Sanctuary Cities? Jul 28, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints on "sanctuary city" policies adopted in various municipalities across the country. First on the show is Jessica Vaughan, Director of Policy Studies at Center for Immigration Studies. Later, we hear from David Bier, Associate Director of Immigration Studies at the Cato Institute. You can find Jessica on Twitter at @JessicaV_CIS and David at @David_J_Bier.

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Avik Roy & Jim Harper: Should the U.S. Government Create a Central Bank Digital Currency? May 30, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints on whether the U.S. government should create a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). First on the show is Jim Harper, a nonresident senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. Later, we hear from Avik Roy, president of the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity and policy editor at Forbes. You can find Jim on Twitter at @Jim_Harper and Avik at @avik.

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Patrick T. Brown & Scott Winship: Should the U.S. Government Provide Child Allowance Payments to Parents? May 22, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints regarding the need for child allowance payments from the government to U.S. parents. First on the show is Patrick T. Brown, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. Later, we hear from Scott Winship, Senior Fellow and Director of the Center on Opportunity and Social Mobility at the American Enterprise Institute. You can find Patrick on Twitter at @PTBWrites and Scott at @swinshi.

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Simon Hankinson & Josh T. Smith: Should the Use of Immigration Parole Authority Be Expanded? Apr 27, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints regarding the recent Biden administration expansion of the humanitarian parole program inside the legal immigration system. First on the show is Simon Hankinson, Senior Research Fellow at the Border Security and Immigration Center at the Heritage Foundation. Later, we hear from Josh T. Smith, a Research Manager for the Center for Growth and Opportunity at Utah State University. You can find Simon on Twitter at @WatchfulWaiter1 and Josh at @smithtjosh.

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Saul Anuzis & Trent England: Should the U.S. Adopt a National Popular Vote? Apr 04, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints regarding adoption of the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. First on the show is Saul Anuzis, former Michigan Republican Party Chairman (2005-2009) and current advisory board member for National Popular Vote. Later, we hear from Trent England, founder and executive director of Save Our States. You can find Saul on Twitter at @sanuzis and Trent at @trentengland.

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Cully Stimson & Demetrius Minor: Should the Death Penalty Be Repealed? Mar 21, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints regarding the potential repeal of the death penalty across the country. First on the show is Demetrius Minor, national manager of Conservatives Concerned about the Death Penalty. Later, we hear from Cully Stimson, Deputy Director of the Edwin Meese III Center, Manager of the National Security Law Program, and Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation. You can find Demetrius on Twitter at @dminor85 and Cully at @cullystimson.

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Rafael Mangual & Jonathan Blanks: How Should We Respond to the Rise in Violent Crime? Feb 28, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints regarding the proper response to the rise in violent crime in some areas across the United States. First on the show is Rafael Mangual, the head of research for the Policing and Public Safety Initiative at the Manhattan Institute and author of the recent book, Criminal (In)Justice: What the Push for Decarceration and Depolicing Gets Wrong and Who It Hurts Most. Later, we hear from Jonathan Blanks, criminal justice researcher and research fellow in criminal justice at the Foundation For Research on Equal Opportunity. You can find Rafael on Twitter at @Rafa_Mangual and Jonathan at @blanksslate.

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Rich Lowry & Stephanie Slade: What Is the Place of Nationalism in America’s Center-Right Movement? Feb 14, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints on the place of nationalism in the center-right movement. First on the show is Rich Lowry, editor of National Review and author of the book The Case for Nationalism: How It Made Us Powerful, United, and Free. Later, we hear from Stephanie Slade, senior editor at Reason. You can find Rich on Twitter at @richlowry and Stephanie at @sladesr.

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John Hendrickson & Vance Ginn: Should the U.S. Adopt a More Protectionist Trade Policy? Feb 03, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints in the debate over the need for a more aggressive protectionist trade policy for the U.S. First on the show is John Hendrickson, Policy Director at Iowans For Tax Relief Foundation. Later, we hear from Vance Ginn, Founder/President at Ginn Economic Consulting, Chief Economist at the Pelican Institute for Public Policy, and Senior Fellow at Young Americans for Liberty. You can find out more about Iowans for Tax Relief here. Vance is on Twitter at @vanceginn.

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Charles C. W. Cooke & Nate Hochman: Is There a Need for More Government Regulation on Big Tech? Jan 17, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with opposing viewpoints in the debate over the need for further government regulations on Big Tech. First on the show is Nate Hochman, staff writer at National Review and author of the recent essay, "Conservatives for the Fairness Doctrine". Later, we hear from Charles C. W. Cooke, senior writer at National Review, host of the Charles C. W. Cooke Podcast, and author of The Conservatarian Manifesto. You can follow Nate on Twitter at @njhochman and Charles on Twitter at @charlescwcooke. More writing from both guests can be found at National Review.

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Scott Winship & Nicholas Eberstadt: Is Government Action Needed to Improve the Economic Status of American Men? Jan 06, 2023

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with competing viewpoints to consider whether government action is needed to improve the economic status of American men. First on the show is Nicholas Eberstadt, Henry Wendt Chair in Political Economy at the American Enterprise Institute and author of Men Without Work America's Invisible Crisis. Later, we hear from Scott Winship, Senior Fellow and Director of Poverty Studies at the American Enterprise Institute. You can follow Scott on Twitter at @swinshi. More information about the American Enterprise Institute is at @AEI and aei.org.

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The Heritage Foundation: Promoting Free Enterprise, Limited Government, & Individual Freedom Dec 13, 2022

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with Richard Reinsch, director of the B. Kenneth Simon Center for American Studies and AWC Family Foundation Fellow at The Heritage Foundation. The Heritage Foundation's mission is "to formulate and promote public policies based on the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, traditional American values, and a strong national defense." Reinsch tells us whether America still believes in itself as a true economic power, whether the single-income-household model is a thing of the past, and why Washington's spending has helped bring government farther away from the people. And what should Congress really be focusing on, anyway? You can follow Richard on Twitter at @Reinsch84. More information about The Heritage Foundation is at @heritage and heritage.org

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The Fund for American Studies: Developing Courageous Leaders to Advance the Ideas of Liberty Nov 29, 2022

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with Donald Devine, Grewcock Senior Scholar at The Fund for American Studies. The Fund for American Studies exists "to develop courageous leaders inspired and equipped to protect and advance the ideas of individual liberty, personal responsibility, and economic freedom in their communities and throughout the world." Devine tells us what he's learned from speaking with younger generations across the country, why the search for strong leaders continues, and what political courage really looks like. You can follow The Fund for American Studies on Twitter at @TFASorg and at tfas.org.

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America's Talking Network: Fulfilling the Need for Civil, Balanced Content Nov 17, 2022

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with Cole McNeely, general manager of America's Talking Network, part of the Franklin News Foundation. America's Talking Network is "a podcast hub launched in December of 2021 to fulfill the need for civil, balanced content across the United States." McNeely tells us why the world needs more podcasts (or at least podcasts like these), why audio is a powerful form of communication, and how to distribute ideas to those who aren't even looking for them. Also, why should we want to lower the temperature in these consequential times? You can follow America's Talking on Twitter at @ATNPodcasting and at americastalking.com.

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John William Pope Foundation: Advancing the Ideas of Limited Government, Individual Freedom, Personal Responsibility, and Strong Communities Nov 01, 2022

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with John Hood, president of the John William Pope Foundation. The John William Pope Foundation "makes grants to improve the well-being of North Carolinians by advancing the ideas of limited government, individual freedom, personal responsibility, and strong communities." Hood discusses the what's behind the "Future of Freedom Initiative," why he's coined the term "Freedom Conservatives," and why civil, long-form discussions are best-suited to help inform and educate. Also, should conservatives embrace a more powerful role for government? You can follow John on Twitter at @JohnHoodNC. You can find more about the John William Pope Foundation at @PopeFoundation or at jwpf.org.

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Institute for Family Studies: Dedicated to Strengthening Marriage & Family Life Oct 19, 2022

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with Brad Wilcox, Future of Freedom Fellow at the Institute for Family Studies and Director of the National Marriage Project at the University of Virginia. The Institute for Family Studies is a think tank "dedicated to strengthening marriage and family life and advancing the well-being of children." Wilcox discusses why strong families can lead to strong economies, why the "Success Sequence" is the right path to follow, and what's missing when a father is out of the picture. Also, what's to be done about the decline in the birthrate in the U.S.? You can follow Brad on Twitter at @BradWilcoxIFS. You can find more about the Institute for Family Studies at @FamStudies or at ifstudies.org.

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National Association of Scholars: Upholding the Standards of a Liberal Arts Education Oct 04, 2022

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with John Sailer, Fellow at the National Association of Scholars. The National Association of Scholars "upholds the standards of a liberal arts education that fosters intellectual freedom, searches for the truth, and promotes virtuous citizenship." Sailer discusses the fight for academic freedom for students and faculty and whether DEI has any place at all on college and university campuses. Also, what's the problem with "new civics" or "action civics," anyway? You can follow John on Twitter at @JohnDSailer. You can find more about the National Association of Scholars at @NASorg or at nas.org.

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Manhattan Institute: Fostering Greater Economic Choice & Individual Responsibility Sep 20, 2022

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with Michael Hendrix, a senior fellow and director of state and local policy at the Manhattan Institute. The Manhattan Institute seeks "to develop and disseminate new ideas that foster greater economic choice and individual responsibility." Hendrix discusses the "Broken Windows" philosophy of policing and addresses criticism of the approach, talks about dealing with skeptics of research with unexpected outcomes, and explains why civic engagement at the local level is so important. And what's so wrong about NIMBYism, anyway? You can follow Michael on Twitter at @Michael_hendrix. You can find more about the Manhattan Institute at @ManhattanInst or manhattan-institute.org.

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FREOPP: Expanding Economic Opportunity to Those Who Least Have It Sep 06, 2022

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with Avik Roy, President of the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity (FREOPP). FREOPP is "a non-profit think tank focused on expanding economic opportunity to those who least have it." Roy talks about the value of prudence in policy discussions, what he learned from the fight over the Affordable Care Act, and if his policy prescriptions have changed over the past decade. Also, should we always trust the free market to work in the best interests of lower-income Americans? You can follow Avik on Twitter at @avik. The Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity is on Twitter at @FREOPP and online at freopp.org.

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Philadelphia Society: Deepening the Intellectual Foundations of a Free & Ordered Society Aug 23, 2022

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with Allen P. Mendenhall, Associate Dean and Grady Rosier Professor in the Sorrell College of Business at Troy University, Policy Adviser for the Heartland Institute, and former trustee at the Philadelphia Society. He also will serve as program manager for the Future of Freedom Fellowship Program at the Philadelphia Society. The Philadelphia Society is a membership organization of "scholars, educators, journalists, business and professional leaders, clergy ... all dedicated to the goal of deepening the intellectual foundations of a free and ordered society and to broadening the general understanding of its basic principles among the public at large." Mendenhall talks about why the "collision of thought" can be helpful, how young scholars are introduced to free market ideas, and why we should listen to voices from the past when considering the future. Also, why is simply gathering information not enough to be considered "educated"? You can follow Allen on Twitter at @allenmendenhall. You can find more about the Philadelphia Society at phillysoc.org.

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Adam Smith Program: Exploring the Moral & Economic Philosophy of Adam Smith Aug 09, 2022

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with Erik Matson, deputy director of the Adam Smith Program in the Department of Economics at George Mason University. The Adam Smith Program "explores the moral and economic philosophy of Smith and related thinkers, through professional scholarship, doctoral dissertations, graduate seminars, reading groups, and special projects." Matson talks about the philosophies of Smith and why they're still relevant today, why we should trust people to make the right decisions, and whether free markets have a P.R. problem. Also, what the heck is the "invisible hand," anyway? You can find more at adamsmithprogram.org.

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Competitive Enterprise Institute: Eliminating Harmful Bureaucratic Controls Jul 26, 2022

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with Kent Lassman, president and CEO at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Competitive Enterprise Institute "develops and advocates policies to eliminate harmful bureaucratic controls so people can live in a freer, healthier, and more prosperous nation." Lassman talks about the effects of the recent SCOTUS opinion on West Virginia v. EPA, what the free market should be trusted with something as important as energy, and the role of those who benefit from the free market in defending the philosophy. Also, where are some on the right in the wrong when it comes to liberty? You can follow him on Twitter at @KentatCEI. CEI is on Twitter @ceidotorg. You can find more at cei.org.

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State Policy Network: State-Based Infrastructure for Freedom Jul 12, 2022

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with Tony Woodlief, Executive Vice President at the State Policy Network. State Policy Network is a nonprofit "dedicated to building and mobilizing a durable state-based infrastructure for freedom." Woodlief talks about what it means to be nonpartisan, how to get voters focused on local issues, and why the restoration of individual rights and local governance is a key to conservatism's future. Also, what good are "think tanks," anyway? You can follow him on Twitter at @tonywoodlief. State Policy Network is on Twitter @StatePolicy.

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Reason: Advancing Free Minds & Free Markets Jun 28, 2022

On the inaugural episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram talks with Katherine Mangu-Ward, the editor in chief of Reason. Reason is published by The Reason Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing free minds and free markets. Mangu-Ward talks about the friction between the libertarian movement and the Libertarian party, issues on which the two major parties have moved closer to the libertarian philosophy, and the dilemma of politicians sacrificing long-term-planning for short-term gains. Also, if Americans are thirsty for an alternative to Democrats and Republicans, why haven’t Libertarians performed better at the polls? You can follow her on Twitter at @kmanguward. The Reason Foundation is on Twitter @ReasonFDN.

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