Heritage Explains

Obviously, the Cold War in which we find ourselves with China is a global event. But it already has a strong impact on our lives right here in the United States. These effects are visible in a lot of ways, which we're going to talk about here today. Some will surprise you, but some will feel familiar, like one from late January of this year.  Many of our listeners will recall the large balloo...

Today, we are very excited to bring Heritage Explains to a new serialized format. That means that instead of one-off episodes, we are bringing you short series of shows, focused on explaining a particular topic. Why? Because we at Heritage know that we are at a crucial time in our nation's history. There are a few key issues that we must get right. And this topic, the one we're doing right now, as...

We are very pleased to bring you the next chapter in the Heritage Explains podcast.  Over the years, this show has been so loved by so many people, and we want to keep bringing you the insights into policy and current events that you've come to expect here, while updating the show with a new sound, a new format, and some new voices.  Most notably, we're excited to upgrade this show from...

Heritage recently uncovered that Catholic Charities and other non government organizations have been working with the Biden administration to help move migrants across the country. This week, Mike Howell, director of Heritage’s Oversight Project, will explain the investigation and how the mass resettlement of illegal aliens is impacting nearly every congressional district in America. Listen t...

This week, we explain more about Apple bowing to the Chinese Communist Party, why Apple would want to remove Twitter from its app store, if Elon Musk will be able to use his power for good and more. Our guest is Jake Denton, a research associate in Heritage’s Tech Policy Center. Listen to more Heritage podcasts here . Sign up for The Agenda newsletter — the lowdown on top...

The left continues to push the narrative that so-called "gender-affirming care" for kids (puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones) is necessary to prevent youth suicide. But in reality, the data tell a totally different story, and parents are often kept in the dark. On this episode, we talk with Jay Greene about his new report that shows "gender-affirming care" is not only dangerous for...

Recently, some on the Left have tried to advance their arguments by claiming that rising crime rates are due to policies pursued by red states. In response, Heritage released a new report that shows that Democrat policies in Democrat lead cities and counties are actually responsible for rising crime rates in these red states. Cully Stimson, a widely recognized policy expert in crime control, and d...

Did you know that for much of the 19th century, Thanksgiving was only celebrated by New Englanders and Northeastern transplants in the upper Midwest and New York? Learn more about Sarah Josepha Hale and why she so desperately wanted President Abraham Lincoln to adopt the idea of Thanksgiving as a national holiday. Show notes: Meet the Woman Who Helped Make Thanksgiving a U.S. Holiday &nb...

This week, on "Heritage Explains" we share a conversation from "The Kevin Roberts Show" that really hits the nail on the head when it comes to our political landscape. Dr. Roberts and Yuval Levin, a director at the American Enterprise Institute, break down the current state of our institutions, why Americans have lost trust in them, and the standards we should be holding them to. Subscribe to "The...

On this special episode, President of The Heritage Foundation, Kevin Roberts talks about possible election outcomes and what this election means for conservatives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Show Notes Breaking Down Midterm Election Polls - https://www.heritage.org/election-integrity/heritage-explains/breaking-down-midterm-election-polls 7 Challenges Lawmakers Must Address - https://www.heritage.org/conservatism/heritage-explains/7-challenges-policymakers-must-address Poll Reflecting Top Issues are Heritage Issues - https://www.monmouth.edu/polling-institute/reports/monmouthpoll_us_10...

There is a lot at stake in the midterm elections on November 8, 2022. So what are the polls telling us, what are the issues people care most about, and where are the potential troubles areas? Noah Weinrich of Heritage Action for America joins to break it all down! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A little over a year ago, border patrol agents were accused of whipping Hattian migrants as they crossed the border into Del Rio, Texas. But as it turns out, as many already had suspected, no whipping actually occurred and Heritage has the proof. This week, Mike Howell, Director of Heritage’s Oversight Project explains exactly what happened, how we found out, and what should be done now...

Why Crime Is Front and Center in the 2022 Election - Poll after poll shows the the rising crime rate tops the list of issues voters are concerned about this election season. Whether lawless prosecutors in our largest cities, or the Biden Administration's refusal to secure our border, our safety (and our children's safety) is at risk. On this episode Heritage Explains is live to talk about the caus...

We've all seen the stories from around the country of The Left's dangerous agenda directly impacting our children, undercutting our rights as parents. Now is the time to take a stand and understand all that is at stake. There are several issue campaigns happening before November that if not address, will forever enshrine this harmful agenda. On this episode, we talk with Jay Richards about all tha...

Remember when social media sites helped legitimized the now-discredited Steele Dossier, labeled the Hunter Biden laptop story as fake, and completely removed a sitting President of the United States from their platforms? These (and many others) are the reasons for the growing distrust for Big Tech. But recently, the US Supreme Court announced they will hear a case that will potentially provid...

Widespread protests have erupted in Iran. What was it that sparked the unrest? Could it bring positive change to Iran? And what is the proper response from the United States? This week, Victoria Coates, a senior research fellow in Heritage's Thatcher Center for Freedom, explains.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is going on with the war in Ukraine? We hear about a counteroffensive, but what does that mean? How much longer will the Russians continue to fight? Should America continue to support Ukraine’s defense efforts? On this episode, Jim Carafano answers these questions, and talks about his recent visit to Ukraine, giving us a vivid, insider look at the streets and communities w...

This week, Congress will begin debating a continuing resolution to fund the government through mid-December. We are looking at new funding for Ukraine, Covid, Energy Independence and Security Act, etc. It’s a grab bag of more ways to spend tax payer dollars — and print the rest we don’t collect in taxes. If this is passed by Sept. 30, it sets us up for a spending showdown in the form of a harmful...

Does America need a law to protect same sex marriage? This week, Roger Severino, Heritage’s Vice President of Domestic Policy and The Anderlik Fellow, breaks down the so called "Respect for Marriage Act."   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all know American families are being crushed by four-decade high inflation, but the elites remain preoccupied with the likes of diversity hiring and student debt transfers from elites to every day taxpayers. It seems like every time we turn on the TV, we hear the Biden Administration and voices at the Federal Reserve talking about everything but fixing inflation. So what do we do about it?...

This week, Ian Artinger, Director of Digital Communications at Heritage Action explains what ESG is and how this liberal scoring system hurts us all. Learn more at www.esghurts.com . Watch ESG video Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Video game use is skyrocketing all across the world, and China continues to gain ownership of game developers and companies. That means, behind your child’s favorite video game is the Chinese Communist Party’s attempt to influence and also steal your private data. On this episode, we talk about China’s increased interest in international gaming, how they harvest user data, use game stori...

China is rapidly expanding its nuclear capabilities. This week, Patty-Jane Geller, a senior policy analyst in Heritage's Center for National Defense explains how many nukes the U.S. has in comparison to Russia and China and what a nuclear deterrence strategy looks like in today’s environment.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded LIVE: The Biden administration has announced plans to pay off billions of dollars in student loans for college graduates. The administration will also extend a federal pause on student loan repayments, letting students avoid making even one payment on their loans or accruing new interest. Who’s going to pay for it? Working and middle-class Americans who likely didn’t have the same luxury...