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The Role of Trump's National Security Adviser Sep 19, 2019

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The media went wild last week when John Bolton resigned from his position as President Trump's National Security Adviser. This week, Trump announced he will nominate U.S. hostage negotiator Robert O'Brien to replace Bolton. So how important is this role? What exactly is the nature of the job and do they shape policy? This week, Heritage expert James Carafano explains. Plus, we chat about Carafano’s powerful new mini documentary about 9/11.

SHOW NOTES:

Watch the full documentary "Why We Fight: 9/11 and America's Longest War"

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Tim Does the Haka in New Zealand Sep 13, 2019

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On a recent adventure to New Zealand, Tim took the studio with him to record the sights, the sounds, and the people of a land half-a-world away. New Zealand is not just a great place to film famous movies like "The Lord of the Rings," it's a thriving country with incredible economic freedom and prosperity. Join Tim as he explores the similarities and the differences between America and New Zealand, why a strong relationship with New Zealand is important, and why freedom works so well for country with a "sheep to person ratio" of 6 to 1.

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All Blacks Rugby Haka - VIDEO

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiKFYTFJ_kw

The Outside of the Asylum by Eric Crampton

https://nzinitiative.org.nz/reports-and-media/reports/the-outside-of-the-asylum-a-new-zealanders-guide-to-the-world-out-there/

New Zealand Taxpayers Union

https://www.taxpayers.org.nz/

Heritage Index of Economic Freedom - New Zealand Profile

https://www.heritage.org/index/country/newzealand

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What Are 'Red Flag' Gun Laws and Do They Work? Sep 06, 2019

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It’s likely that Congress will consider ‘red flag’ gun laws when they return to Washington next week. Today, Amy Swearer helps explain what these laws are, if they are working, and what concerns currently exist from liberals and conservatives.

SHOW NOTES:

Stay tuned for more on Amy's appearance on "Dr. Oz" on ‘red flag’ laws. We will update you here.

Time Magazine feature: Guns in America

Answers to Common Questions About "Red Flag" Gun Laws

Answers to Common Gun-Related Questions After the Shootings in El Paso and Dayton

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How Trump Is Making the Endangered Species Act Great Aug 30, 2019

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The Trump Administration has recently come under intense scrutiny from the left for making revisions to the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Liberals says these changes will likely lead to more species becoming extinct. But others say the ESA has actually failed in it's well-intentioned goal to preserve endangered species. This week, we push back against the left's narrative, and examine how the Trump Administration's changes could actually make the Endangered Species Act better.

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3 Ways Trumps New Regulations Will Better Protect Endangered Species:

https://www.heritage.org/environment/commentary/3-ways-trumps-new-regulations-will-better-protect-endangered-species

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What You Should Know About Trump and Greenland Aug 22, 2019

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President Trump recently mentioned that he had an interest in buying Greenland and the media went nuts. Pundits think it's crazy but how crazy is it? Why would Trump want to buy Greenland? And what's our relationship with Greenland like right now? This week our expert, Luke Coffey, talks about Greenland’s government and history, if the United States should buy Greenland, and more on why Greenland is such an important ally to the United States. Coffey is the director of Heritage’s Douglas and Sarah Allison Center for Foreign Policy and the only analyst from an American think tank that has been to Greenland and written on it. Show Notes: Greenland Deserves the Attention Trump Is Giving Ithttps://www.heritage.org/global-politics/commentary/greenland-deserves-the-attention-trump-giving-it The Importance of Greenland to U.S. National Securityhttps://www.heritage.org/defense/report/the-importance-greenland-us-national-security

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Bin Laden Is Dead? What about Al Qaeda? Aug 16, 2019

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With the recent report that Osama Bin Laden's son, Hamza Bin Laden, is dead, we wanted to know what that means for the future of Al Qaeda. This week we talk with Heritage expert Robin Simcox, and dive deep into how the US is doing in the fight against terror both at home and abroad. Hint: more needs to be done. Show Notes:https://www.heritage.org/terrorism/commentary/osama-bin-ladens-son-likely-dead-heres-what-it-means

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What Are Deepfakes and Why Are They Dangerous? Aug 08, 2019

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What happens when seeing isn't believing? Deepfake technology has been around for a long time. It's used in movies and we use it through apps on our phone. But this type of technology could be devastating if abused. This week, Heritage's leading expert in tech policy, Klon Kitchen, will explain more on what deepfake media is, examples of deepfakes that already exist, and the risks this type of technology poses to our democracy and national security. Show Notes: Deep Fakes: A Looming Challenge for Privacy, Democracy, and National Securityhttps://www.heritage.org/homeland-security/event/deep-fakes-looming-challenge-privacy-democracy-and-national-securityhttps://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3213954Nancy Pelosi Cheap Fake https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2019/may/24/facebook-leaves-fake-nancy-pelosi-video-on-siteInstagram Accounts: @drfakenstein @the_fakening

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Brexit and Boris Johnson Aug 02, 2019

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A lot is happening in the United Kingdom. After more than three years since the vote to leave the European Union, the British still remain. Why? What’s making this process so difficult? Will the UK ever leave the EU? Who is Boris Johnson and why does he give Brexit fresh hope? This week, Nile Gardner brings us up to speed, and breaks down the complex nature of “The Brexiteer.”To watch Nile’s recent TV appearances, and read his work on Brexit visit: https://www.heritage.org/staff/nile-gardiner-phd

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Stories and Stats: How Guns Save Lives Jul 25, 2019

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Almost every major study has concluded that Americans use firearms in lawful defense of themselves or others between 500,000 and 3 million times every year. Yet these are not the stories that make their way to the national cable channels. They are small local stories that rarely leave print. This week, we talk to Amy Swearer, a legal expert at Heritage, who has been highlighting some of the many defensive gun uses that occur every month.These are the stories that we must draw attention to in a time when lawmakers and activists around the country move to impose restrictions on the ability of law-abiding Americans to keep and bear arms.Show notes: Why These Defensive Uses of Firearms Should Disarm Second Amendment Skepticshttps://www.heritage.org/firearms/commentary/why-these-defensive-uses-firearms-should-disarm-second-amendment-skepticsGun Rights Made All the Difference for These Would-Be Victimshttps://www.heritage.org/firearms/commentary/gun-rights-made-all-the-difference-these-would-be-victimsThe Second Amendment Saved These Gun Owners’ Lives in Aprilhttps://www.heritage.org/firearms/commentary/the-second-amendment-saved-these-gun-owners-lives-aprilMore of Amy's researchhttps://www.heritage.org/staff/amy-swearer

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What Does a 'Good' Deal With China Look Like? Jul 19, 2019

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President Trump has always been passionate about making better trade deals. The most significant deal he could make seems to be with China. But what does the word 'deal' mean? What does a good deal look like for the US? And what will we need to do to get it? This week, Heritage expert Riley Walters explains.Show Notes: https://www.heritage.org/global-politics/commentary/what-did-the-us-gain-the-trump-xi-meeting-the-g-20-summit

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