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Banter #55: The one about polling and millennials

By Stuart James

May 8, 2012, 3:33 pm

In the latest episode of the Banter podcast, Daniel Cox of the Public Religion Research Institute comes on to explore all the juicy data of a newly released poll on the millennial generation. Millennials are an extraordinarily diverse generation and their views on a lot of issues escape easy classification. Daniel paints a detailed picture for us of their views on religion, political ideology, social issues, life outlook, economic inequality, and more. The most surprising nugget of data? Half of them currently live with their parents. Also in this episode, Andrew admits to Stu, with mixed feelings, that he’s finally joined Twitter. You can listen to the podcast here and we’d love for you to subscribe and rate us on iTunes here.

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Categories: Politics and Public Opinion | Tags: AEI Banter

Banter #54: The one about gas prices

By Stuart James

April 30, 2012, 1:52 pm

This week on AEI’s podcast, Banter, we sit down AEI scholar Mark Perry to talk energy. Mark, who blogs regularly on a variety of economic topics, discusses how oil speculators affect markets and why they often get more blame for gas prices than they should. We discuss why gas prices are beginning to fall, what are the costs involved in a dollar at the pump, and the difference between gas prices and onion prices (you might be surprised). We also talk about the recent natural gas boom in the U.S., hydraulic fracturing, and the role public policy plays in energy production. Plus, Andrew admits that his working knowledge of energy issues comes mostly from the Simpsons. You can stream the podcast here and subscribe on iTunes here!

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Categories: Economic Policy, Energy and Environment, U.S. Economy | Tags: gas, oil, Shale, taxes

Banter #53: The one about Hugo Chavez

By Stuart James

April 16, 2012, 3:45 pm

In the latest episode of AEI’s podcast, Banter, AEI Fellow Roger Noriega sits down to talk about the events currently unfolding in Venezuela. With Chavez desperately ill with cancer, the current regime and political opposition brace for a Venezuela after Chavez. We discuss the current balance of power in the country, how the regime will try to consolidate power, and the forecast for the upcoming October elections. Mr. Noriega also discusses the important relationship between Venezuela and China. What level of influence do the Chinese have in the country? How strongly will they back the regime? Lastly, we discuss what the U.S. is doing, what the U.S. is not doing, and what the U.S. should be doing. You can listen here and we’d love for you to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes here.

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Categories: Foreign and Defense, Latin America | Tags: China, Cuba, venezuela

Banter #52: An Interview with South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley

By Stuart James

April 10, 2012, 1:06 pm

South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley visited AEI last week and she took time out of her busy schedule to join Andrew and I on the podcast. We discussed her new book “Can’t Is Not An Option” and what direction she sees America moving. Governor Haley also gave us her thoughts on the Presidential race and talked about why she wouldn’t consider accepting a Vice Presidential nod. You can listen to the podcast here and we would love for you to comment and subscribe on iTunes here.

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Categories: Politics and Public Opinion, U.S. Politics | Tags: Nikki Haley, south carolina, Vice President

Banter #51: The One About the Air Force

By Stuart James

April 6, 2012, 10:32 am

One of AEI’s newest scholars, Mackenzie Eaglen, joins us on the podcast this week. We delve into the topic of her newest AEI Outlook, military budget cuts. Specifically, we discuss why the Air Force is having programs cut and the effects this will have on future of the military. Mackenzie also talks with us about how she got into military and security studies and some of the dangers the military faces going forward.

You can listen to the podcast here and subscribe on iTunes here.

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Categories: Asia Pacific, Foreign and Defense, Latin America | Tags: Air Force, Army, budget, congress, Navy

Banter #45: An interview with The Weekly Standard’s Mark Hemingway

By Stuart James

February 15, 2012, 2:59 pm

Banter Logo In episode #45 of Banter, Mark Hemingway, the online editor of the Weekly Standard, sits down to discuss his distaste for political fact checking. Why doesn’t he like facts? Mark argues that these sites often reach beyond their mandate, analyze subjective statements, or attempt to disguise opinion journalism as fact. Mark discusses some of the more blatant instances of bad fact checking before going on to discuss the current state of the Republican primary caucus. Finally, we get into the differences in writing and ideas between the Weekly Standard and National Review.

You can listen to the podcast here and subscribe on iTunes here.

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Categories: Politics and Public Opinion, Society and Culture, U.S. Politics | Tags: AEI Banter, caucuses, Politifact, Weekly Standard

Banter #37: An interview with AEI’s Nick Schulz about SOPA

By Stuart James

December 22, 2011, 3:33 pm

With the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) looming in the House and the Protect IP Act (PIPA) being marked up in the Senate, the internet has become a hot button topic. AEI’s Nick Schulz sits down with us to explain why these bills are so controversial. We discuss how they could affect copyright laws and why he thinks they aren’t as bad as they seem. Later in the podcast we discuss the newly created .xxx domains and how they might change the internet. Finally Nick gives us a book recommendation. You can listen here and if you like what you hear please subscribe on iTunes here.

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Categories: Regulation, U.S. Politics | Tags: copyright, internet, PIPA, regulation, SOPA

Banter #36: The one on Russia with Leon Aron

By Stuart James

December 16, 2011, 1:18 pm

Stu and Andrew sit down with the head of AEI’s Russian studies department, Leon Aron, to go in depth about the current situation in Russia. With protests spreading after claims of a fraudulent election, Aron puts the protests into perspective and talks about what’s next for the Russian people, Putin, and the future of democracy in Russia. Aron draws upon his own recent travels to give a dramatic and clear picture of the present tensions. It all begs an important question: What will happen in the Russian presidential elections next year? You can listen to the podcast here or you can subscribe on iTunes here.

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Categories: Europe and Russia | Tags: AEI Banter, Protests, putin, Russia, United Russia

Banter #34: An interview with Grover Norquist

By Stuart James

December 1, 2011, 1:58 pm

Grover Norquist of the Americans For Tax Reform joins guest host Daniel Hanson and I this week on Banter. We talk with Grover about the Taxpayer Protection Pledge and why he thinks it vital for America. We also get a chance to ask him his thoughts on Harry Reid proclaiming him the leader of the Republican Party.

You can listen here and subscribe to the show on iTunes here.

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Categories: Economic Policy, Fiscal Policy and Taxes, U.S. Politics | Tags: grover norquist, Podcast, Tax Pledge

Banter #33: The one about the AEI-Heritage-CNN debate

By Stuart James

November 22, 2011, 5:40 am

As part of the debate prep for tonight’s AEI-Heritage-CNN debate Visiting Fellow Marc Thiessen joins us on the podcast to discuss all things foreign policy. We talk about the issues the candidates should discuss, why a debate of foreign policy is critically important, and what we’ve seen from the candidates thus far on foreign policy. So please have a listen here and you can subscribe on iTunes here.

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Categories: U.S. Politics | Tags: debate, foreign policy

Banter #32: An interview with R.J. Moeller

By Stuart James

November 18, 2011, 1:03 pm

In this episode of the Banter podcast, Stu and guest host Eric Teetsel sit down to talk with the host of AEI’s Values and Capitalism podcast, R.J. Moeller. R.J. and Eric give an update about the great things the Values and Capitalism project is working on and the recent debate series they’ve been hosting across the country. The guys also discuss Adam Carolla, Chipotle, atheism, and even a little theology.

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Banter #31: Are teachers underpaid?

By Stuart James

November 10, 2011, 1:03 pm

Are teachers paid too much? Andrew Biggs, AEI resident scholar, sits down with Stu and Andrew to make the case that they are, and to discuss his Wall Street Journal op-ed on the topic. We discuss the various factors used to measure teacher compensation, including pension plans, health benefits, and jobs security. Andrew Biggs also responds to some counter arguments from AEI’s own education department. As a bonus, Andrew discusses why he almost became a potato farmer. You can listen to the podcast here and subscribe on iTunes here.

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Categories: Education, Society and Culture | Tags: entitlements, teachers, unions

Banter #30: An interview with Commentary’s John Podhoretz

By Stuart James

November 8, 2011, 5:20 pm

The editor of Commentary magazine John Podhoretz sits down with Stu and Andrew to discuss his Bradley Lecture and essay entitled “The Case for Optimism.” They also discuss a counter essay penned by Mark Steyn called “The Case for Pessimism,” and why Steyn’s thoughts on China might be wrong. Finally the guys talk movies and John gives a movie recommendation. You can listen here and subscribe on iTunes here.

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Categories: Society and Culture, U.S. Politics | Tags: Bradley Lecture, China, Commentary, Optimism

Banter #29: The Republican primaries

By Stuart James

October 27, 2011, 3:50 pm

Jennifer Marsico, a senior research associate for AEI’s Political Corner, joins Andrew and Stu on the podcast this week to talk about the Republican primary race so far and what we can expect going forward. How long can Herman Cain keep polling this high? Will Newt’s debate with Cain gain him some much-needed traction?

You can listen here and subscribe on iTunes here.

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Categories: U.S. Politics | Tags: 2012, Debates, Primaries

Banter #28: The one about free trade

By Stuart James

October 21, 2011, 1:40 pm

On this episode of Banter, AEI’s Daniel Hanson joins Apoorva and Stu to discuss the free trade bills that are currently sitting on President Obama’s desk. We also talk about other potential countries with which the United States could negotiate free trade agreements. Then the guys talk about the AEI debate series and the upcoming debate between Grover Norquist and Ross Douthat. You can listen here and subscribe on iTunes here.

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Categories: Economic Policy, Trade | Tags: AEI Banter, free trade agreements

AEI’s Latest Podcast ‘Banter’ on Outreach and Values

By Stuart James

September 14, 2011, 5:25 pm

This week on our AEI podcast, Banter, Apoorva and Stu talk with AEI’s Managing Director of Development Toby Stock about a new AEI outreach project to help bring in young donors. They also chat with Eric Teetsel about AEI’s Values and Capitalism project. Apoorva and Eric then discuss Rick Perry and his stance on immigration. You can listen to the episode here. You can also subscribe on iTunes.

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