Defending Ideas: All Episodes
Defending Ideas is a weekly podcast produced by Sutherland Institute. On this show we are committed to renewing the principles of common sense conservatism, equipping listeners to become more effective champions of sound principle and good policy.
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A special look at the new film “Free Exercise: America’s Story of Religious Liberty”
Read More: A special look at the new film “Free Exercise: America’s Story of Religious Liberty”The freedom to live your faith is a bedrock American principle. But has the right of religious freedom always enjoyed the level of protection that it does today?
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Rep. John Curtis on why modern politics needs a reset: town halls, Reagan, climate and more
Read More: Rep. John Curtis on why modern politics needs a reset: town halls, Reagan, climate and moreIf you’re frustrated with national politics, is a “reset” the answer?
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Rep. Celeste Maloy on the proper role of the federal government
Read More: Rep. Celeste Maloy on the proper role of the federal governmentWe sat down with Rep. Celeste Maloy to hear her views on the proper balance between federal and state authority on a range of issues.
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Will 2025 be the Super Bowl of tax policy? With Rep. Blake Moore
Read More: Will 2025 be the Super Bowl of tax policy? With Rep. Blake MooreCongress is approaching a major deadline with many provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act set to expire in 2025. What does this mean for Utahns and the upcoming…
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Rep. Burgess Owens on the role of parents in education
Read More: Rep. Burgess Owens on the role of parents in educationWe often talk about the vital role parents play in directing the education of their children. But is this principle of parental engagement top of mind for policymakers in Washington,…
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A parent’s perspective on access to what’s happening in the classroom
Read More: A parent’s perspective on access to what’s happening in the classroomParental engagement has huge benefits for students. But how easy is it for a parent to actually be involved in what his or her children are learning in school?
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Is zoning reform the answer to high housing costs? With Nolan Gray
Read More: Is zoning reform the answer to high housing costs? With Nolan GrayIt’s easy for housing affordability to feel like an intractable issue, but one national expert argues that we can solve this policy challenge by reforming local zoning policies.
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Elevating parental engagement in education, with Rich Nye
Read More: Elevating parental engagement in education, with Rich NyeOn this episode Nic Dunn sits down with Dr. Rich Nye, the new senior advisor for education to Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, to discuss why the state is committed to…
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Why the 2024 election should move Americans toward more support for federalism
Read More: Why the 2024 election should move Americans toward more support for federalismNic and Tony are joined by Bill Duncan to explore how reducing the size and scope of the federal government – and returning more policy decision-making power to states –…
