
Matters of Policy & Politics is a Hoover Institution podcast devoted to matters of governance and balance of power at home and abroad. It is hosted by Hoover fellow Bill Whalen.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 104 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryPoliticsNews | |||

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Loved getting the update on where election issues stand in CA. Without a decent newspaper, it is hard to know where things are moving.
The discussion of Gavin Newsom and his future prospects was excellent, also.
I really enjoy this podcast, but lately it has been produced with irritating background noise. Please fix this.
Thank you for your informative podcast
Great
this show are always wrong, they all hate President Trump and lie though there teeth to support the lying, cheating democrats who support the corrupt joebiden . The big lie? Only big lie here are the two morons who couldn’t find there way out of closet. Particularly the smug arrogant lawyer. No more for me
I have listened to your podcast and conclude that you are doing a disservice to our country. Your podcasts focus primarily on collecting and counting ballots. However you seem to continually avoid the discussion of issues that may have significant effects on elections.
First is election irregularities. Can you comment on the number of votes in key swing states that were cast that did not fit the state legislatures’ rules for voting? Specifically curious about the dramatic trend to early mail i... more
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This podcast provides insightful discussions on governance, political strategies, and current events, with a particular focus on U.S. politics and California's unique challenges. Episodes frequently examine key legislative measures, political figures, and critical issues shaping both state and national landscapes, including discussions on redistricting, healthcare reform, and election integrity. The depth of analysis is complemented by a variety of guest experts, offering diverse perspectives that enhance understanding of complex political scenarios. Listeners can expect a blend of historical context and contemporary relevance, making the content appealing to those interested in the intricacies of policy formation and political discourse.
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Matters of Policy & Politics launched 9 years ago and published 104 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Matters of Policy & Politics include:
1. Eric Hanushek
2. Barry Strauss
3. Joseph Torigian
4. Lonnie Chen
5. Michael Hartney
6. Andrew Grotto
7. Russell Berman
8. Lee Ohanian
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