GW WonkCast

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Policy matters. From under the radar regulations to innovations in social policy, the Trachtenberg WonkCast navigates the wonky world of policy so you don't get lost in the weeds. Regular contributors offer their analyses of crucial policy topics served up by a range of special guests.

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GW WonkCast S7E2 – Leveling the field: What comes after Affirmative Action?

Nov 02 2023 72 mins  
In this episode, the GW WonkCast team welcomes guests Richard Kahlenberg and Da’Shon Carr to speak about the repercussions of the recent Affirmative Action decision made by… Read more "GW WonkCast S7E2 – Leveling the field: What comes after Affirmative Action?"

GW WonkCast S7E1 – “Let’s Just Make It All Free”: A Conversation on State Welfare Policy with Matt Bruenig & David Trimmer

Jul 28 2023 61 mins  
The GW WonkCast has returned! Season 7, Episode 1 begins after nearly a year hiatus with a new team, co-host Ali Ulin, co-host Nathan Varnell and producer… Read more "GW WonkCast S7E1 – “Let’s Just Make It All Free”: A Conversation on State Welfare Policy with Matt Bruenig & David Trimmer"

GW WonkCast S6E5: How do you solve a problem like climate change? A surprising proposal from the United States Securities and Exchange Commission presents one solution

May 03 2022 36 mins  
Join WonkCast host William Somes for a special interview with Garrett Kephart (MPP ’07) and Chris Smith (MPA ’86) from the Trachtenberg School Advisor Council. In this… Read more "GW WonkCast S6E5: How do you solve a problem like climate change? A surprising proposal from the United States Securities and Exchange Commission presents one solution"

GW WonkCast S6E4: A Case Study of Waste Management in Maine with Sarah Nichols

Feb 10 2022 45 mins  
Join WonkCast host William Somes for a special interview with Sarah Nichols, the Sustainable Maine Director for the Natural Resources Council of Maine, an environmental advocacy organization.… Read more "GW WonkCast S6E4: A Case Study of Waste Management in Maine with Sarah Nichols"

GW WonkCast: Interview with Policy Perspectives’ Allison Woolverton

Dec 20 2021 24 mins  
Join WonkCast host William Somes for a special interview with Policy Perspectives author Allison Woolverton, who’s research titled Management of an Aquifer Threatened by Saltwater Intrusion will… Read more "GW WonkCast: Interview with Policy Perspectives’ Allison Woolverton"

GW WonkCast S6E3: How the Government Works – Profiles in Courage and Modern Bulwarks of Justice

Dec 01 2021 35 mins  
Even if individual action doesn’t permanently change the course of public policy, it can still make a splash. In this episode, WonkCast host William Somes discusses individuals… Read more "GW WonkCast S6E3: How the Government Works – Profiles in Courage and Modern Bulwarks of Justice"

GW WonkCast S6E2: How the Government Works – Electoral Systems and Partisanship in the 21st Century

Nov 07 2021 55 mins  
Politicians in America are selected through democratic elections, but how do these elections work? What are the consequences of our electoral system, and do other countries do… Read more "GW WonkCast S6E2: How the Government Works – Electoral Systems and Partisanship in the 21st Century"

Below the Fold S5E1: Medicare for All and the Paris Climate Accords

Nov 18 2019 36 mins  
Join Co-Hosts Fania Jean, Eli Richman, and Sean Parker for an in-depth discussion of two issues that will certainly headline the upcoming 2020 elections. Preston Bruce edited… Read more "Below the Fold S5E1: Medicare for All and the Paris Climate Accords"

GW WonkCast S4E9: What is a Right?

May 15 2019 42 mins  
We often hear the word “right” used in policy discussions and debates about federal programs. But what exactly is a right? What is the difference between a… Read more "GW WonkCast S4E9: What is a Right?"