Red Tape

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Did you know that you commit up to three felonies on an average day? Ever wonder why we don't have clean energy yet? Or why you can't just make TikToks and be left alone? One answer: the government!Red Tape, a new podcast from the R Street Institute, explores the surprising ways the government often gets in the way of solving today's biggest problems. From good-paying jobs to TikTok and electric vehicles, normal Americans often find themselves in need of a real solution that fits the real world. But more often than not, bureaucratic red tape gets in their way.In every episode, hosts Kelli Pierce and Shoshana Weissmann will explore some of today's most pressing issues and talk with R Street Institute experts about possible solutions. The show will cover everything from birth control to social media to election misinformation. The problems might be more absurd and the answers far simpler than you'd think.

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  • Northside RVA
    Solid show!
    Great way to learn the nuances of overlooked public policy issues and how the decisions of lawmakers and regulators impact our economy.
  • Emmyeast
    Great!
    I gave it a try and I am glad I did!
  • AJH201@
    Makes complex topics interesting and easy to understand
    Not a public policy aficionado at all, but this show finds a good formula for making seemingly boring topics interesting and relatable. The hosts are great and provide good banter that keeps things lively as well!
  • JSH1
    Meaningful, accessible policy conversations
    This podcast weaves together policy issues that you might not think are connected, but which impact our daily lives and freedoms. All brought to you by people who don’t take themselves too seriously. Highly recommend.
  • WhiskeyKnight
    Looking forward to the pirate episode
    R Street is DC’s best think tank, so I’m excited to have them in my feed.
  • Gr8ceKelly
    What A Great Podcast!
    So many political podcasts are super dry. But Red Tape takes a fresh look at the real reasons why we don’t have the things we need, while being a lot of fun to listen to. I’m having a blast learning so much!
  • Enviro2
    Incomparable Expertise
    R Street provides an incredible perspective on the role of government and markets. Great new addition to the work they do!
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