democracy

Should We Dial Back Democracy?

Hana Kiros

April 09, 2021

government, congress, Garett Jones, democracy, representation

When it comes to democracy, sometimes less is more, argues one economist. Read More...

Democracy in Decay

Elizabeth Ross

June 05, 2020

suzanne mettler, government, Culture, democracy

Never before have converging threats to our democracy been so grave, argues one political scientist, and the need to protect it so urgent. Read More...

Full Show: Mind Over Matter

Marc Filippino

March 30, 2018

neuroscience, democracy, happiness, Robert Lustig, justice system, Gabriel Lenz, pleasure, neurolaw, Francis Shen

This week, we answer some questions: Do voters actually influence politicians? Does neuroscience shape our legal system? And why do we confuse pleasure and happiness? We find out on Innovation Hub. Read More...

Do We Shape Politicians, Or Do They Shape Us?

Marc Filippino

March 30, 2018

Gabriel Lenz, American Democracy, democracy, voting

We don’t influence politicians as much as we think we do. Often, it’s politicians who call the shots. Read More...

Is China Becoming More Creative Than Us?

Kara Miller and Amanda McGowan

December 06, 2013

foreign policy, communism, China, competition, democracy, Sci and Tech, Business, Culture, innovation, creativity

One journalist argues that Americans haven't cornered the market on creativity. And that China is hot on our heels. Should we be concerned? Read more...