Cato Podcast - The Rise and Fall of DOGE 1.0

In this episode, Alex Nowrasteh and Ryan Bourne delve into the intriguing journey of Doge 1.0 under Donald Trump's administration. From Elon Musk's ambitious overhaul to the eventual departure of key figures, they explore the chaotic, amusing, and concerning facets of this government efficiency experiment. With insights into the economic impacts, legislative hurdles, and potential future in Doge 2.0, this discussion sheds light on the complexities of attempting a bureaucratic revolution. Join Alex and Ryan as they dissect the promises, failures, and hopes of a libertarian downsizing dream.


Show Notes:

Alex Nowrasteh and Ryan Bourne, "Cato Institute Report to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)" White Paper, December 11, 2024


Ryan Bourne and Alex Nowrasteh, "Small-Government Conservatives Should Give DOGE a Chance" The Dispatch, December 30, 2024


Ryan Bourne and Alex Nowrasteh, "DOGE Can’t Just Trim Waste. It Has to Cut Government — A Lot" U.S. News & World Report, January 7, 2025


Ryan Bourne, "DOGE: Efficiency Requires Elimination" The War on Prices, March 14, 2025


Alex Nowrasteh and Ryan Bourne, "Six Ways to Understand DOGE and Predict Its Future Behavior" cato.org, March 17, 2025


Ryan Bourne, "Does DOGE Show That There’s Little Government Waste?" The War On Prices May 9, 2025


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The Indicator from Planet Money - Could Meta do more to protect us from cyber scams?

Many small businesses are online now, but so are cyber criminals trying to take advantage. On today's show, how one bar owner fell victim to a Facebook scam and if big tech could do more to protect small business owners from increasing cyber attacks. Read Stephan's original piece.

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Audio Mises Wire - Why Is Every Natural Disaster Being Politicized?

In the wake of the flooding disasters in Texas, a number of leftists made inflammatory remarks on social media, celebrating the death of flood victims. Our society has reached a low point to where people believe that the “right” political candidates can bring us better weather.

Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/why-every-natural-disaster-being-politicized

Audio Mises Wire - The Bid-Ask Spread in Housing and “Pulte’s Law”

As the latest housing bubble pops, home sellers are asking for unreal prices for their homes, while buyers are waiting for the prices to fall. Bill Pulte, Trump's Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, is demanding the Fed force down interest rates to restart the unsustainable boom.

Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/bid-ask-spread-housing-and-pultes-law

60 Songs That Explain the '90s - “Can’t Stop”—The Red Hot Chili Peppers

Rob initiates this week’s show by waxing poetic on the mortality of his musical idols and the treasure trove of emotional tribute songs that proliferated after the tragic passing of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain. His insightful homage leads perfectly into a loving soliloquy on the chaotic beauty of the Red Hot Chili Peppers' catalog, particularly their gigantic hit from 2002, “Can’t Stop.” Rob is then joined by both members of English pop duo the Ting Tings, who not only share his infatuation with bassist Flea’s instrumental prowess but also cite the RHCP's unbridled artistic vision as a major influence on their music.

Host: Rob Harvilla
Guests: Katie White and Jules De Martino of The Ting Tings
Producers: Chris Sutton, Olivia Crerie, and Justin Sayles

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