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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Is Washington, D.C. failing the safety net? | Tony Woodlief
Read More: Is Washington, D.C. failing the safety net? | Tony WoodliefIs the federal government equipped to manage America’s safety net?
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America’s missing anchors: Why 1 in 3 men are struggling | Beth Akers
Read More: America’s missing anchors: Why 1 in 3 men are struggling | Beth AkersThere’s a growing national discussion about how men are doing and the unique challenges they face related to purpose, connection, and opportunity in American life.
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Why apprenticeships matter more than ever | Zach Boren
Read More: Why apprenticeships matter more than ever | Zach BorenExpanding work-based training can open new doors to upward mobility, especially for men and boys who are struggling to find solid footing in today’s economy.
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The map that changed Utah | Taylor Morgan
Read More: The map that changed Utah | Taylor MorganUtah’s redistricting battle has reached a breaking point, and the stakes go far beyond political outcomes. We unpack how one judicially selected congressional map reshaped Utah’s political landscape.
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How to keep politics civil at Thanksgiving
Read More: How to keep politics civil at ThanksgivingWe explain how to lower the temperature, lead with deeply held principles, and how doing so strengthens relationships and our civic life.
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Can Washington’s shutdown revive federalism? | Jennifer Butler
Read More: Can Washington’s shutdown revive federalism? | Jennifer ButlerA 43-day federal shutdown exposed how fragile state programs become when Washington can’t keep the lights on.
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Can Utah lead the way on education reform? | Molly Hart
Read More: Can Utah lead the way on education reform? | Molly HartUtah’s new state superintendent, Dr. Molly Hart, joins Nic Dunn and Christine Cooke Fairbanks to discuss the future of education in Utah.
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Can states solve America’s benefits cliffs crisis? | Keith Barnes
Read More: Can states solve America’s benefits cliffs crisis? | Keith BarnesWhat parent would take a raise if it meant their family would be worse off? That’s the reality for many families facing the “benefits cliff.”
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Inside the federal government shutdown | Matt Weidinger
Read More: Inside the federal government shutdown | Matt WeidingerThe federal government shutdown isn’t just a budget story, it’s a reflection of deeper challenges in how Congress governs.
