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Trump's War on Harvard

Plus: A listener asks how to reasonably cut government spending.

Reason · May 27, 2025

Brian Brushwood: Why We Fall for Scams

Magician and podcaster Brian Brushwood talks about deception and skepticism while exploring historical hoaxes, the psychology of magic, the libertarian dystopia of Epcot, and the story behind World’s Greatest Con.

Reason · May 21, 2025

The GOP Budget Is Big, Bloated, B.S.

Plus: A listener asks if the economic inequality data is bad.

Reason · May 19, 2025

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Robert Rosenkranz: How To Use Stoicism To Build a Meaningful Life

The billionaire philanthropist explores how stoic philosophy shaped his views on capitalism, politics, and philanthropy, arguing for rational optimism, individual responsibility, and civil public discourse as foundations for life.

Reason · May 16, 2025

Richard Dawkins: Why Atheism Is Winning

The evolutionary biologist challenges modern dogmas, defends scientific objectivity, and warns against the rise of ideological orthodoxy in society.

Reason · May 14, 2025

What Did We Learn From DOGE?

Plus: A listener asks which domestic policy changes could realistically boost U.S. manufacturing without raising costs for consumers.

Reason · May 12, 2025

Trump's War on Childhood

Plus: A listener asks if we're finally defunding NPR and PBS.

Reason · May 5, 2025

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Trump's Independent Voter Problem

Plus: A listener asks about possible book club books that are "subtly libertarian."

Reason · Apr 28, 2025

Why Due Process Matters

Plus: A listener asks who was the better president: Trump or Obama?

Reason · Apr 21, 2025

Why Trump's China Tariffs Won't Work

Plus: A listener asks whether or not Thomas Jefferson was right.

Reason · Apr 14, 2025

Can Anyone Stop Trump's Tariffs?

Plus: A listener asks if it's time for journalists to stop steel-manning Trump's policies.

Reason · Apr 7, 2025

Brian Doherty: The Fascinating Women and Weirdos Who Founded Libertarianism

Reason Senior Editor Brian Doherty explores the evolution of libertarian thought in his new book.

Reason · Mar 19, 2025

Why We Don't Need the Department of Education

Plus: A listener asks the editors whether a Kamala Harris presidency would have been preferable.

Reason · Mar 17, 2025

It's Trump's Economy Now

Plus: A listener asks the editors to discuss the pros and cons of homeownership.

Reason · Mar 10, 2025

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The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2025

Jon Stewart speaks out against DEI amid Trump’s purge of initiatives nationwide

Comedian and Daily Show host argues DEI leaders are ‘doing what they can, not what they should’

Reason · Feb 18, 2025

Justin Amash on Why the President Isn't Above the Law

Plus: A listener asks the editors to guess if the real reason Donald Trump is so passionate about tariffs is because he sees them as a deal-making tool rather than a purely economic instrument.

Reason · Feb 12, 2025

Sean McMeekin: Don't Whitewash the History of Communism

Historian Sean McMeekin dissects how communism has enduring and resurgent appeal in the West despite its history of violence and economic disaster.

Reason · Jan 29, 2025

Alex Nowrasteh and Bryan Caplan: The Case for More Immigration

Immigration experts Alex Nowrasteh and Bryan Caplan make the case for significantly more and easier immigration to the U.S.

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Reason · Jan 27, 2025

The Cultural Consequences of Trump's Victory

Plus: A listener asks the editors to name their least favorite national emergency from the list of those currently in effect.

Reason · Jan 22, 2025

Michael Shermer: Conspiracy Thinking, Wokeness, and the Future of Free Thought

The founder of Skeptic magazine discusses whether conspiracy thinking is on the rise and whether it's coded right or left.

Reason · Jan 21, 2025

Donald Trump's Chaotic and Contradictory Day 1

Plus: A listener asks the editors about the validity of using emergency measures to restrict movement during the L.A. wildfires.

Reason · Jan 13, 2025

How Awful Policies Fueled the L.A. Fires

Plus: A listener asks the editors if Donald Trump is the most libertarian president ever.

Reason · Jan 8, 2025

Douglas Irwin: Why Trump's Tariff Plans Are Dangerous

The trade economist details the most alarming protectionist policies proposed by the incoming Trump administration.

Reason · Jan 6, 2025

Why MAGA Is Fighting Over High-Skilled Immigration

Plus: A listener asks the editors about subsidies for trains, planes, and roads.

Reason · Dec 20, 2024

Do You Have To Choose a Side in Politics? Reason Versus The Bulwark

The Bulwark's Tim Miller and Sarah Longwell debate Reason's Nick Gillespie and Matt Welch on choosing a side in politics.

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