Liberty and Democracy is geared toward those who seek alternative views to leftist corporate, mainstream media. The podcasts shared here are part of http://www.libertarian.center, a website created by a citizen of the United States who was born and raised in a Socialist country in Eastern Europe during the 1970s and 1980s. As more and more members of our youth pivot towards Marxism, Socialism, and Communism in the United States of America and beyond, now, more than ever, it is important to f ...
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A weekly discussion of immigration policy matters, both immediate and long-term, with researchers from the Center for Immigration Studies and guests.The Center for Immigration Studies is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit, research organization. Since our founding in 1985 by Otis Graham Jr., we have pursued a single mission – providing immigration policymakers, the academic community, news media, and concerned citizens with reliable information about the social, economic, environmental ...
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This series features brief discussions with leading China experts on a range of issues in the U.S.-China relationship, including domestic politics, foreign policy, economics, security, culture, the environment, and areas of global concern. For more interviews, videos, and links to events, visit our website: www.ncuscr.org. The National Committee on U.S.-China Relations is the leading nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that encourages understanding of China and the United States among citize ...
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United Citizens of Europe brings people together and inspires generations of Europeans. We want to listen to stories of Europeans and expats living in Europe, celebrate their successes, and learn from their mistakes. We talk to European NGOs that work to improve Europe and bordering countries. We strive for an inclusive Europe, and we will do it one podcast episode at a time.
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Global Citizen Solutions is a boutique investment migration consultancy firm focused on finding the right residency or citizenship by investment program for individuals wishing to secure their future and become global citizens.With offices in Portugal, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, and Brazil, our multilingual team guides individuals and families from start to finish, providing expert advice considering freedom, mobility, taxation, and security.From helping individuals find their dream homes or ...
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French Fears addresses issues of immigration in France today. Attempting to understand the rise of the anti-immigrant right, it speaks to experts, the National Front themselves and French citizens with immigrant experiences. Episodes dig deeper into France’s approach to assimilation, the roots of racism, Islamophobia, and defining French identity. Whether you have a connection to France or not, French Fears offers a timely look at immigration and national identity in the context of anti-immi ...
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The Big Story is back with a second season! The news culture of our times is noisy, crowded, and honestly so confusing. This is why we are coming every fortnight on your podcast platforms to help you make sense of the new and now. With two new hosts, Anjali and Prateek, the second season of The Big Story will feature longer and well-rounded discussions with experts across science, culture, technology, politics, and more. Tune in on your preferred podcast platform! Millions of listeners seek ...
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Episode 20: The Fall of California Under Leftist Rule 2/54
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Welcome to the Liberty and Democracy podcast. In today's episode, we will listen to Maestro Sersea's eBook, "The Fall of California Under Leftist Rule." And now, let's focus on Chapter 1: "Calamity of Socialist Policies", including the subchapter "Unraveling the Economic Fabric." You are welcome to interact with our Artificial Intelligence chatbot …
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In this week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, Emma Waters, a Senior Research Associate at the Heritage Foundation, joins Mark Krikorian, the Center’s Executive Director, to discuss the recent development of international commercial surrogacy, which creates tremendous potential for immigration fraud and exploitation and poses a national secu…
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Episode 19: Comparing and Contrasting America's Political Parties 5/18
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Thank you for joining today's Liberty and Democracy podcast. We will now listen to our eBook titled "Comparing and Contrasting the Republican, Democrat, and Libertarian Political Parties in the United States of America." In today's episode, we will listen to Chapter 2: Republican Party, including subchapters "Republican Party and Conservatism," as …
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Episode 18: It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government 12/24
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We're now about to listen to Maestro Sersea's eBook titled: “It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government,” Chapter 4: The Need for Change, with the subchapter “Transparency and Accountability.” You are welcome to interact with our Artificial Intelligence chatbot and read the eBook online via the eBook page at www.sersea.com/ebooks/ . You ar…
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Episode 17: The Fall of California Under Leftist Rule 1/54
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Welcome to the Liberty and Democracy podcast. In today's episode, we will listen to Maestro Sersea's eBook, "The Fall of California Under Leftist Rule." And now, let's focus on the introduction. You are welcome to interact with our Artificial Intelligence chatbot and read the eBook online via the eBook page at www.sersea.com/ebooks/ . You are also …
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Border Security Lessons from Central Europe
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This week, Balazs Orban, a member of the Hungarian Parliament and political director for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban (no relation), joins Parsing Immigration Policy to discuss the strategies Hungary has taken to prevent illegal migration despite continuing pressure from the EU. Speaking with the Center’s executive director Mark Krikorian,…
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Episode 16: Comparing and Contrasting America's Political Parties 4/18
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Thank you for joining today's Liberty and Democracy podcast. We will now listen to our eBook titled "Comparing and Contrasting the Republican, Democrat, and Libertarian Political Parties in the United States of America." In today's episode we will listen to Chapter 2: Republican Party, including subchapters "Origin and Evolution of the Republican P…
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Episode 15: It’s Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government 11/24
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We're now about to listen to Maestro Sersea's eBook titled: “It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government,” Chapter 3: “Benefits of Limited Government and Low Taxation,” with subchapters: “Entrepreneurship and Innovation,” and “Introduction to the role of limited government in encouraging entrepreneurship and innovation.” You are welcome to …
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In this week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, Dr. Ron Hira, Associate Professor of Public Policy at Howard University, joins guest host Steve Camarota, the Center’s Director of Research, to discuss the flaws in the U.S. guest worker programs and the myths of a STEM labor shortage. Hira refutes the idea that guest worker programs are justifi…
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Should Chinese nationals be permitted to purchase property in the United States?
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In May 2023, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed SB264 (23R) into law, prohibiting Chinese nationals and those from some other countries from purchasing homes and other real estate in Florida. Republican state officials say the law is necessary to combat the influence of the Chinese Communist Party. Lawmakers in several states, including Texas, Lo…
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China is growing in prominence on the world stage, highlighted by its leadership roles in international forums like the United Nations, peacebuilding efforts, and pioneering of economic relationships through the Belt and Road Initiative. Though China’s development offers new opportunities, its rise is also seen by many as a direct challenge to the …
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Happy Independence Day, everyone. In honor of Independence Day in the United States of America, today's Liberty and Democracy podcast will center on America's Holiday, the 4th of July, Independence Day. So sit back, relax, and learn about what makes this holiday important in the United States of America, and throughout the world. Don't forget to vi…
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Episode 13: It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government 10/24
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Welcome to the thirteenth episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. We now publish our podcasts every Monday and Thursday. Beginning today, for the next 15 Mondays we will focus on the eBook titled: “It’s Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government.” Today we continue with the 3rd chapter of "It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Governme…
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CIS Litigation Forces Transparency of ‘Humanitarian’ Parole Program
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Critical findings from recent CIS Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) litigation reveal that a Biden “humanitarian” parole program created specifically for nationals of four countries has resulted in many applicants flying in from 74 other countries. This episode of Parsing Immigration Policy draws attention to the discrepancies between the public ju…
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Episode 12: Comparing and Contrasting the Republican, Democrat, and Libertarian Political Parties in the USA 3/18
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Welcome to the twelfth episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. We now publish our podcasts every Monday and Thursday. Beginning today, for the next 16 Thursdays, we will focus on the eBook titled: “Comparing and Contrasting the Republican, Democrat, and Libertarian Political Parties in the United States of America.” In today's episode we will…
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In 2022, the trade volume between the United States and China topped $750 billion dollars. Despite the deep economic interconnection between the two largest economies, both countries have been taking steps to separate their supply chains from each other—a process known as decoupling. What is the drive behind the U.S. desire to decouple from China a…
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Episode 11: It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government 9/24
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Welcome to the eleventh episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. We now publish our podcasts every Monday and Thursday. Beginning today, for the next 16 Mondays we will focus on the eBook titled: “It’s Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government.” Today we continue with the 3rd chapter of "It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government…
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De Facto Amnesty for Half a Million Illegal Immigrants
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Today’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy delves into the details and implications of this week's controversial announcement by the Biden administration that it will be granting de facto amnesty to over half a million illegal immigrants in the United States. The conversation between Mark Krikorian, the Center’s executive director, and Andrew Ar…
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Episode 10: Comparing and Contrasting the Republican, Democrat, and Libertarian Political Parties in the USA 2/18
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Welcome to the tenth episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. We now publish our podcasts every Monday and Thursday. Beginning today, for the next 17 Thursdays, we will focus on the eBook titled: “Comparing and Contrasting the Republican, Democrat, and Libertarian Political Parties in the United States of America.” In today's episode we will l…
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Episode 9: It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government 8/24
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Welcome to the ninth episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. We now publish our podcasts every Monday and Thursday. Beginning today, for the next 17 Mondays we will focus on the eBook titled: “It’s Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government.” Today we continue with the 3rd chapter of "It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government" t…
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Reflecting on 100 Years of the Border Patrol
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Two former chiefs of the U.S. Border Patrol join Parsing Immigration Policy this week on the occasion of the agency’s 100th anniversary. Rodney Scott and Mark Morgan join host Mark Krikorian discuss how, despite a century of government policies that have often made it harder to secure the border, the Border Patrol has always remained committed to p…
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Episode 8: Comparing and Contrasting the Republican, Democrat, and Libertarian Political Parties in the USA 1/18
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Welcome to the eighth episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. We now publish our podcasts every Monday and Thursday. Beginning today, for the next 18 Thursdays, we will focus on the eBook titled: “Comparing and Contrasting the Republican, Democrat, and Libertarian Political Parties in the United States of America.” In today's episode we will …
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Episode 7: It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government 7/24
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Welcome to the seventh episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. We now publish our podcasts every Monday and Thursday. Beginning today, for the next 18 Mondays we will focus on the eBook titled: “It’s Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government.” Today we continue the 2nd chapter of "It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government" titl…
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High Wire: How China Regulates Big Tech and Governs Its Economy
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In High Wire, Angela Zhang explores how China regulates its tech sector. By analyzing the incentives and interactions among the key players, Ms. Zhang introduces a dynamic pyramid model to analyze the structure, process, and outcome of China’s unique regulatory system. She showcases the self-regulatory tactics employed by Chinese tech titans to sur…
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Political Change in Mexico: Implications for the U.S. Border Crisis
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In this week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, Christopher Landau, former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, joins us to discuss the election of Claudia Sheinbaum as the new president of Mexico. Amb. Landau discusses the implications of Sheinbaum’s election for U.S. immigration policy and U.S.-Mexico relations. Landau describes Sheinbaum as the prot…
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Episode 6: It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government - 6/24
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Welcome to the sixth episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. For the next 19 episodes we will continue to focus on the eBook titled "It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government." In It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government, we explore the idea that government spending is actually funded by taxpayers' money. Many people beli…
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Episode 5: It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government - 5/24
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Welcome to the fifth episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. For the next 20 episodes we will continue to focus on the eBook titled "It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government." In It’s Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government, we’ll look at why big government may not be the best option. One main issue is government corruption.…
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Lost Decade: The U.S. Pivot to Asia and the Rise of Chinese Power
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There is wide bipartisan agreement that Asia belongs at the center of U.S. foreign policy. What has been achieved since the Obama administration announced its “Pivot to Asia” in 2011? Robert Blackwill and Richard Fontaine argue in Lost Decade: The U.S. Pivot to Asia and the Rise of Chinese Power that although the pivot made strategic sense, there h…
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The ‘Bipartisan’ Border Bill: Codifying Biden’s Abuses
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The “bipartisan” border bill failed again last week in the Senate, with even its Republican co-sponsor voting against it. While it may now seem moot, it’s likely that the president and Democrats in Congress will spend the rest of the year pointing to Republican opposition to the bill as the reason for the continuing border crisis. For that reason, …
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Episode 4: It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government - 4/24
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Welcome to the fourth episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. For the next 21 episodes we will continue to focus on the eBook titled "It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government." In It’s Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government we discuss why big government isn't always the best solution. One key point is that the money the gov…
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Divided Paths: Europe’s Divergent Approaches to China
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In the wake of Xi Jinping’s first visit to Europe in five years, the European Union and China continue to navigate an increasingly challenging period in relations. Concerns over growing trade imbalances, unfair subsidies in key industries, high-profile espionage cases, and China’s continued support for Russia and its war on Ukraine place increasing…
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Episode 3: It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government - 3/24
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Welcome to the third episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. For the next 22 episodes we will continue to focus on the eBook titled "It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government." In It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government, we explore how big governments often spend a lot of money. But, it's important to remember that this …
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Balancing Economic Prosperity and National Security
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The U.S.-China bilateral relationship is a competitive one, from economics to security, diplomacy to geopolitics, technology to the oceans and deep space. It is subject to varying degrees of tension, punctuated by intermittent cooperation and now, a resumption of selective dialogue. Each side views the other with suspicion and the policies of both …
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Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Immigration Act of 1924
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In this week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, Roy Beck, founder of NumbersUSA, joins us to discuss the 100th anniversary of the 1924 Immigration Act. President Calvin Coolidge signed it into law on May 26, 1924, and Beck outlines how, despite the various and often invidious motivations of the Act’s supporters, its effect was overwhelmingly …
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Be Global Podcast: Introducing the Global Intelligence Unit
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In this episode of the Be Global Podcast, we are excited to introduce our new Global Intelligence Unit (GIU) at Global Citizen Solutions. Led by esteemed researcher PhD Laura Madrid, the GIU focuses on creating detailed reports and providing valuable insights into global immigration trends. Listen in to learn about how the GIU is analyzing migratio…
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Episode 2: It's Not Their Money ... - 2/24
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Welcome to the second episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. For the next 23 episodes we will focus on the eBook titled "It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government." In "It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government," we explore why some people believe that big government is not the best way to handle money. The main argument …
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Is the U.S. or Chinese military bigger? | U.S.-China Counterpoints
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The military force of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), is the largest standing army in the world. However, the United States maintains the highest military expenditure in the world. How can Americans evaluate whether the U.S. or Chinese military is bigger? In an interview conducted on April 15, 2024, Isaac K…
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Episode 1: It's Not Their Money... - 1/24
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Welcome to the first episode of the Liberty and Democracy Podcast. For the next 24 episodes we will focus on the eBook titled "It's Not Their Money: A Case Against Big Government." We explore why some people argue against big government. One key point is that the money the government spends does not belong to them. It belongs to the taxpayers. When…
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Is it possible to win the U.S.-China trade war?
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A full-out trade war erupted between the United States and China during the Trump administration, increasing tariffs on Chinese imports in dozens of sectors and leading to rising business competition and costs to consumers. How has this ongoing trade war impacted everyday U.S. and Chinese citizens? And how will the Biden administration handle the c…
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National Security Concerns Amid Rising Illegal Immigration
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In the latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, we delve into the security vulnerabilities concerning the historic and increasing number of Chinese nationals who are part of the record number of migrants crossing our country’s SW border. Our guest is Todd Bensman, the Center’s senior national security fellow who testifies today at a House Home…
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China was able to broker a historic global security agreement between Saudi Arabia and Iran, changing not only the Middle East’s regional dynamics, but also China’s position on the global diplomatic stage. China performs a balancing act between being a responsible stakeholder in world affairs, including the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas wars, and…
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