Best Exclusionary Policies Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 201: Examining Diversity’s Dividends: Can Studies Survive Contact with Peer Review 41:12

7h ago41:12

41:12

Joe Selvaggi talks with business data scientist Dr. Jeremiah Green about his peer review work examining consulting firm McKinsey’s studies on the measurable financial benefits of diversity in corporate executive leadership.By Pioneer Institute

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Designing Public Spaces 48:29

1d ago48:29

48:29

Helen Lui is joined by architects Amit Price-Patel and Jill Robertson from Dialogue, to discuss the design of great public spaces. They share insights on the political power of design, the intersection of science and art in shaping communities, and the significance of community engagement in creating inclusive spaces. The conversation emphasizes in…

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Episode 200: Promoting Policy Probity: Confessions of Hubwonk's Humble Host at 200 34:16

2h ago34:16

34:16

Hubwonk's Joe Selvaggi marks episode 200 with a solo podcast that offers some backstory of his journey to becoming a host and offers some insights learned from more than 4 years of interviews.By Pioneer Institute

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The Evolution of Third Spaces (with the Sneaky Artist) 54:59

37m ago54:59

54:59

Helen Lui is joined by Urban Sketch Artist Nishant Jain, also known as "the Sneaky Artist" to discuss the concept of 'Third Spaces'—the places between home and work where social bonds are forged and community enriched. We explore how these spaces, from parks to cafes, are not just physical locations but also platforms for cultural expression and so…

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Episode 199: Losing Local Labor: Retaining Workers Remains a Massachusetts Challenge 28:54

6d ago28:54

28:54

Joe Selvaggi talks with Pioneer Institute's Research Associate Aidan Enright about Pioneer's annual report on the Massachusetts labor force and discuss which trends could portend trouble for the state’s future.By Pioneer Institute

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How Do We Improve Public Transportation? (with RMTransit) 44:23

7d ago44:23

44:23

Reece Martin from the YouTube channel RMTransit joins Helen Lui to discuss the evolving landscape of urban mobility and public transit. Explore the cutting-edge developments and innovative solutions that are shaping the future of our cities. Reece, who grew up in the Lower Mainland, and now a resident of Toronto, shares his expert insights on the c…

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Episode 198: Tax Man Confounded: Why High Rates Haven’t Yielded Higher Revenue 37:18

14d ago37:18

37:18

Joe Selvaggi talks with economic scholar Dr Brian Domitrovic about the history of federal tax policy and the reasons for why varied marginal rates fail to correlate with either tax revenue or GDP growth.By Pioneer Institute

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Getting there Safely (with Lucy Maloney) 37:20

25d ago37:20

37:20

Helen Lui explores the critical need for safer, more sustainable urban transportation with Lucy Maloney, a fervent cycling advocate who leads the organization "Love The Lane" and is also a HUB Cycling member. Lucy discusses the ongoing efforts to promote safer streets in Vancouver, addressing the broader challenges of shifting public policy. She hi…

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Episode 197: Industrial Policy Reimaged: Can Government Improve Free Markets 39:44

1M ago39:44

39:44

Joe Selvaggi discusses industrial policy, its aspirations and limitations, with CATO Institute Associate Director Colin Grabow, in response to Senator Rubio's thought piece advocating for a more active role for government in the economy.By Pioneer Institute

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Cities for People and the Planet (with Rhiannon Fox) 33:14

21d ago33:14

33:14

Helen Lui discusses the interconnectedness of urban development, climate initiatives, and public safety with guest, environmental scientist Rhiannon Fox. Highlighting the benefits of dense, less car-dependent cities, the discussion emphasizes community involvement and personal action as catalysts for change. Rhiannon shares how individual efforts c…

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Episode 196: Posting Patient Prices: Transparency Cure for Hospital Blank Checks 45:56

1M ago45:56

45:56

Joe Selvaggi interviews entrepreneur, philanthropist, and founder of PatientRightsAdvocate.org, Cynthia Fisher, discussing her research and advocacy for enhanced healthcare price transparency. This initiative has the potential to improve life expectancy and save Americans over a trillion dollars annually.…

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Episode 195: Constitutional Property Taking: Exclusionary Zoning's Costs to Owners and Society 43:47

2M ago43:47

43:47

Joe Selvaggi talks with George Mason Law Professor Ilya Somin about the costs, benefits, and legal foundations of exclusionary zoning argued in his recent paper: The Constitutional Case Against Exclusionary Zoning.By Pioneer Institute

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Episode 194: Poor Housing Incentives: Tax Credits Reward Politicians Not Neighbors in Need 34:06

2M ago34:06

34:06

Joe Selvaggi interviews Chris Edwards, Chair of Fiscal Studies at CATO Institute, about his research on the 40-year history of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. They delve into its features, effects, and potential alternatives that could provide greater benefits at lower costs to taxpayers.By Pioneer Institute

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Episode 193: Biden’s Budget Breakdown: Pragmatic Progress or Political Posturing 46:52

2M ago46:52

46:52

Joe Selvaggi talks with Manhattan Institute Senior Fellow Brian Riedl about how the contours of President Biden’s recently released budget proposal reveal a persistent, bipartisan reluctance to address profound structural deficits.By Pioneer Institute

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Episode 192: Genetic Therapy Revolution: Benefits and Barriers for Medicine’s New Horizon 47:00

2M ago47:00

47:00

Joe Selvaggi talks with neurobiologist and writer Dr. Anne Sydor about the potential for gene therapy to address deadly and debilitating diseases and how current health care models must adapt to encourage this nascent technology.By Pioneer Institute

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Episode 191: Contours of Content Curation: SCOTUS Hears Online Free Speech Cases 34:21

2M ago34:21

34:21

Joe Selvaggi talks with U.S. Constitution scholar, Cato Institute's Thomas Berry, about oral arguments at the Supreme Court in the NetChoice cases, exploring the First Amendment questions that affect both social media users and the platforms that curate their content.By Pioneer Institute

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Episode 190: Mortgage's New Normal: Guide to Better Borrowing Amidst Higher Rates 45:28

3M ago45:28

45:28

Joe Selvaggi talks with mortgage expert, Trip Miller of Cambridge Savings Bank, about mortgage rates and trends and explores best practices for finding a mortgage structure that suits individual buyers’ needs.By Pioneer Institute

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Episode 189: Medicaid’s Massive Miasma: Taming Beacon Hill’s Burgeoning Budget Beast 39:34

3M ago39:34

39:34

Joe Selvaggi talks with Marc Joffe, a state policy analyst at the Cato Institute, about his research on Medicaid's cost and size. They explore how Massachusetts can control spending growth while protecting other priorities.By Pioneer Institute

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BC Minister of Housing Ravi Kahlon 44:45

3M ago44:45

44:45

Host Helen Lui welcomes Ravi Kahlon, MLA for North Delta and British Columbia’s Housing Minister, to discuss transformative approaches to the housing crisis. Minister Kallon shares his political journey and the personal experiences fueling his commitment to driving positive change. They delve into the shift towards embracing density, the introducti…

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Episode 188: Baystate Budget Blues: Declining Revenue Causes Concern 37:03

3M ago37:03

37:03

Joe Selvaggi engages in a conversation with Pioneer Institute’s Eileen McAnneny, Senior Fellow for Economic Opportunity, to analyze the status of the 2024 budget. They compare actual revenue and spending with pre-July 1 estimates, investigating potential reasons for any surpluses or shortfalls. They also dive into policy implications for legislator…

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Episode 187: Smothering Gas Exports: President Sides with Environmentalists Over Environment 32:04

3M ago32:04

32:04

Joe Selvaggi interviews Dr. Benjamin Zycher, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, on the impact of President Biden's executive order to halt liquefied natural gas export approvals. They explore potential economic impacts, the response from trading partners, and the negligible effect on climate.…

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Episode 186: U.S. Manufacturing Health: Does the U.S. Need an Industrial Policy? 42:21

4M ago42:21

42:21

Host Joe Selvaggi interviews Scott Lincicome from the Cato Institute. They discuss the U.S. manufacturing industry, international trade, and industrial policy. They dispel the myth of manufacturing decline, highlighting sector evolution and productivity. The conversation moves to industrial policy, emphasizing the need for targeted protection and c…

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Challenging Government Prerogatives: SCOTUS Reconsiders Deference to Executive Agencies 35:47

4M ago35:47

35:47

Joe Selvaggi engages in a conversation with legal scholar Ilya Shapiro from the Manhattan Institute regarding the Loper Bright Enterprises Supreme Court case that questions the Chevron Doctrine. This doctrine instructs judges to defer to government agencies in situations where laws are silent or unclear.…

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Episode 184: Harvard’s Sullied Halo: Journalists Teach Lesson on Plagiarism 45:52

4M ago45:52

45:52

Joe Selvaggi talks with investigative reporter Chris Brunet about his role investigating and exposing former Harvard President Claudine Gay’s academic plagiarism, a story that lead to her eventual resignation.By Pioneer Institute

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Episode 183: Drug Discount Distortions: How Middlemen Increase Costs and Reduce Access 38:54

4M ago38:54

38:54

Joe Selvaggi talks with Drs. Bill Smith and Robert Popovian about how the complex system of rebates from drug companies to insurance firms serve to increase costs and reduce access for patients.By Pioneer Institute

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Boston’s Building Bargain: Coaxing Commercial Conversions to Condos 31:58

5M ago31:58

31:58

Joe Selvaggi discusses the strategic goals of Boston's Downtown Office to Residential Conversion Pilot Program with Arthur Jemison, the head of BPDA planning. The aim is to transform underutilized offices in Downtown into vibrant places to live.By Pioneer Institute

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Episode 181 SCOTUS Wealth Tax: Are Appreciated Assets Income? 37:45

5M ago37:45

37:45

Episode 181 SCOTUS Wealth Tax: Are Appreciated Assets Income? by Pioneer InstituteBy Pioneer Institute

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Episode 180: Busting Big Business: Antitrust Comes for Google and Big Sandwich. 42:06

5M ago42:06

42:06

Episode 180: Busting Big Business: Antitrust Comes for Google and Big Sandwich. by Pioneer InstituteBy Pioneer Institute

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Urbanism Vancouver

Helen Lui & Aaron Johnson

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Hubwonk

Pioneer Institute

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Queer I Am, Lord

Xorje Olivares

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Episode 201: Examining Diversity’s Dividends: Can Studies Survive Contact with Peer Review 41:12

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Designing Public Spaces 48:29

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Episode 200: Promoting Policy Probity: Confessions of Hubwonk's Humble Host at 200 34:16

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The Evolution of Third Spaces (with the Sneaky Artist) 54:59

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Episode 199: Losing Local Labor: Retaining Workers Remains a Massachusetts Challenge 28:54

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How Do We Improve Public Transportation? (with RMTransit) 44:23

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Episode 198: Tax Man Confounded: Why High Rates Haven’t Yielded Higher Revenue 37:18

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Getting there Safely (with Lucy Maloney) 37:20

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Episode 197: Industrial Policy Reimaged: Can Government Improve Free Markets 39:44

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Cities for People and the Planet (with Rhiannon Fox) 33:14

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Episode 196: Posting Patient Prices: Transparency Cure for Hospital Blank Checks 45:56

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Episode 195: Constitutional Property Taking: Exclusionary Zoning's Costs to Owners and Society 43:47

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Episode 194: Poor Housing Incentives: Tax Credits Reward Politicians Not Neighbors in Need 34:06

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Episode 193: Biden’s Budget Breakdown: Pragmatic Progress or Political Posturing 46:52

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Episode 192: Genetic Therapy Revolution: Benefits and Barriers for Medicine’s New Horizon 47:00

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Episode 191: Contours of Content Curation: SCOTUS Hears Online Free Speech Cases 34:21

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Episode 190: Mortgage's New Normal: Guide to Better Borrowing Amidst Higher Rates 45:28

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Episode 189: Medicaid’s Massive Miasma: Taming Beacon Hill’s Burgeoning Budget Beast 39:34

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BC Minister of Housing Ravi Kahlon 44:45

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Episode 188: Baystate Budget Blues: Declining Revenue Causes Concern 37:03

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Episode 187: Smothering Gas Exports: President Sides with Environmentalists Over Environment 32:04

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Episode 186: U.S. Manufacturing Health: Does the U.S. Need an Industrial Policy? 42:21

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Challenging Government Prerogatives: SCOTUS Reconsiders Deference to Executive Agencies 35:47

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Episode 184: Harvard’s Sullied Halo: Journalists Teach Lesson on Plagiarism 45:52

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Episode 183: Drug Discount Distortions: How Middlemen Increase Costs and Reduce Access 38:54

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Boston’s Building Bargain: Coaxing Commercial Conversions to Condos 31:58

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Episode 181 SCOTUS Wealth Tax: Are Appreciated Assets Income? 37:45

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Episode 180: Busting Big Business: Antitrust Comes for Google and Big Sandwich. 42:06

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