Bills With Luke Scorziell

The Middle East is one of the most turbulent regions in the world. Conflicts throughout countries in the region create rampant human rights abuses. In this episode, we are joined by Sarah Leah Whitson, the executive director of Human Rights Watch's Middle East and North Africa Division. We discuss in-depth the a few of the most problematic conflicts in the Middle East. From the Israel-Palestine disputes to the seemingly never ending war in Yemen we sort through it all. Additionally, Sarah describes the intense problems identity politics has caused throughout the Middle East. Be sure to tune in for a thought-provoking episode. Thank you to Zach for his $30 per month support! As well as to Mike, Julie, and Tiana for becoming $15 per month Patrons! … More Ep. 37: Conflict in the Middle East with Sarah Leah Whitson of Human Rights Watch The post Ep. 37: Conflict in the Middle East with Sarah Leah Whitson of Human Rights Watch appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

As the Valedictorian of Rim of the World High School's graduating class of 2018, Luke Scorziell delivers some parting words to the audience and class. In a speech with inspiration from The Office, he discusses the importance of gratitude, traveling the road untravelled, and having fun everyday. Be sure to tune in for an inspiring, funny episode. Thank you to Zach for his $30 per month support! As well as to Mike, Julie, and Tiana for becoming $15 per month Patrons! … More Ep. 36: Luke Scorziell on Gratitude, the Road Untravelled, and Fun––Parting Words to the Rim of the World High School’s Class of 2018 The post Ep. 36: Luke Scorziell on Gratitude, the Road Untravelled, and Fun––Parting Words to the Rim of the World High School’s Class of 2018 appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

American society is as divided as ever. One of the most controversial topics in today's political atmosphere is the right to bear arms. In this episode, we go into the history of the Second Amendment. This analysis includes prevalent court decisions, such as District of Columbia v. Heller, Caetano v. Massachusetts, and United States v. Miller. We review Federalist 46 by James Madison and discuss some of the ideology behind the Second Amendment during the founding period.  Be sure to tune in for a thought-provoking episode. Thank you to Zach for his $30 per month support! As well as to Mike, Julie, and Tiana for becoming $15 per month Patrons! … More Ep. 35: The Second Amendment, A Right to Bear Arms? The post Ep. 35: The Second Amendment, A Right to Bear Arms? appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies are just beginning to enter the world. Companies such as Walmart, UPS, FedEx, IBM, Dole, Nestle, and more have adopted blockchain technology to revolutionize their businesses. Every day, there are an average of 185,000 transactions in Bitcoin alone. In episode 34, Shane Liddell, the CEO of Cryptologist and Co-Founder of the Cryptoconomy Summit comes on the show to discuss this emerging economy and how it will effect our lives. Be sure to tune in for a thought-provoking episode. Thank you to Zach for his $30 per month support! As well as to Mike, Julie, and Tiana for becoming $15 per month Patrons! … More Ep. 34: The Evolution of Blockchain with Shane Liddell The post Ep. 34: The Evolution of Blockchain with Shane Liddell appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

We are in the pioneer stages of what is called the "Experience Economy." People today, especially millennials, are more interested in buying experiences than products. Today I talk with Case Lawrence a thought-leader in the experience economy. He is the CEO and founder of CircusTrix, the largest indoor recreation and trampoline park company in the world with more than 290 locations. Today we talk about how our addiction to sharing our experiences is changing the world economy as we know it. Be sure to tune in for a thought-provoking episode. Thank you to Zach for his $30 per month support! As well as to Mike, Julie, and Tiana for becoming $15 per month Patrons! … More Ep. 33: The Experience Economy with Case Lawrence The post Ep. 33: The Experience Economy with Case Lawrence appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

Americans are divided as ever. We are unwilling to listen to those with whom we disagree, even if they are in our same "party." In Episode 32, Michael Johns (Co-Founder of the Tea Party Movement and Former Presidential Speechwriter) and I break down the causes. Michael explains how Congressional leadership has demonized dissent and why we should have listened to George Washington and stayed away from the two-party system. We also consider a few solutions: term limits, transparency, and more. In addition, we cover controversial policy topics such as immigration, trade, and gun control. Michael describes how he thinks a trade war might pan out for Americans, how DACA has been used as a political tool, and why the law is not a sufficient deterrent to criminals. Be sure to tune in for a thought-provoking episode. Thank you to Zach for his $30 per month support! As well as to Mike, Julie, and Tiana for becoming $15 per month Patrons! … More Ep. 32: American Division, Tariffs, Immigration, and Guns with Micha

Michael Johns is a co-founder of the Tea Party movement, a former presidential speechwriter to George H.W. Bush, and former policy analyst at the Heritage Foundation. In this first part of our interview, he gives us the story behind the Tea Party movement. It was, and is still, an inclusionary, grassroots movement based on three principles: adherence to the constituition, limited government, and low taxation. The decentralization inherent in the Tea Party and its broad founding principles made it easy to get involved in––and nearly impossible to oppose. However, it meant that leadership would often be blamed for events that were out of their hands. Be sure to tune in to an objective, in-depth analysis of the Tea Party's rise and culmination.  Thank you to Mike, Julie, and Tiana for becoming $15 per month Patrons! … More Ep. 31: A World-Wide Tea Party with Tea Party Co-Founder Michael Johns The post Ep. 31: A World-Wide Tea Party with Tea Party Co-Founder Michael Johns appeared first on The Edge of Ideas

Stephen Lusk is a Young Voices Advocate and senior Marketing major at Mississippi State University, where he serves as the Chapter President for Young Americans for Liberty. He has written multiple articles for RealClearPolicy and Y'all Politics. Today we discuss his upcoming article on Mississippi's censorship of books from two prisons. Additionally, we cover his article on the decline of labor unions around the country. Be sure to tune in for a thought-provoking conversation.  Thank you to Mike, Julie, and Tiana for becoming $15 per month Patrons! … More Ep. 30: Criminal Justice Reform with Stephen Lusk The post Ep. 30: Criminal Justice Reform with Stephen Lusk appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

Michael J. Hout was a junior at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst in early 2017 when he decided to leave the Democratic Party. This came after he volunteered for the Obama reelection campaign in 2012, for the Clinton Campaign in 2016, and various state elections in Georgia. Additionally, he served on the National Council for the College Democrats of America as the national chartering director. Today he is a self-described classical liberal and independent. He comes on the show today to detail why he left. Thank you to Mike, Julie, and Tiana for becoming $15 per month Patrons! … More Ep. 29: The College Echo Chamber with Michael J. Hout The post Ep. 29: The College Echo Chamber with Michael J. Hout appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

In this episode, I analyze the White House's immigration plan. We go in-depth on the research and data behind Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), family-based migration, catch and release, and more. I cover immigration trends and how removals and detentions have shifted under the Trump Administration. Another important immigration topic is the movement of illicit drugs into the country from Mexico and China. Thank you to Mike and Tiana for becoming $15 per month Patrons! … More Ep. 28: In-Depth on Immigration The post Ep. 28: In-Depth on Immigration appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

I talk with Austin Petersen, the runner-up for the 2016 Libertarian presidential nomination and now-Republican candidate for the US Senate. Austin tells us about how his libertarian background will influence how he governs as a Republican. Additionally, he discusses his stances on issues such as taxes, government spending, immigration, and more. Be sure to tune in for a thoughtful conversation. … More Ep. 27: Austin Petersen, Republican Candidate for Missouri’s Senate Seat The post Ep. 27: Austin Petersen, Republican Candidate for Missouri’s Senate Seat appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

In this episode Economist Daniel LaCalle and I analyze the new tax code in the United States. We discuss how simplifying the tax code will actually help bring capital back into the United States. The conversation includes repatriation, the state and local tax deduction, the interest deduction cap, and more. Be sure to tune in and check out our previous discussion on Bitcoin. … More Ep. 26: The US Tax Code with Economist Daniel LaCalle The post Ep. 26: The US Tax Code with Economist Daniel LaCalle appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

In this episode Economist Daniel LaCalle and I discuss bitcoin, its rise and fall, and what its future holds. He describes how we can expect cryptocurrencies, like bitcoin, to compete with traditional fiat currencies. In the process we learn some precautions investors should take before investing in the volatile currency. Be sure to tune in. … More Ep. 25: The Rise of Bitcoin with Daniel LaCalle The post Ep. 25: The Rise of Bitcoin with Daniel LaCalle appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

In this episode Arpit Chaturvedi explains the process behind drafting, researching, and passing a piece of tax legislation. We discuss the research that goes into deciding the proper rates at which to tax individuals and corporations. Additionally, we learn a few ways to ensure informational and economic equity in tax legislation. Arpit describes some alternative tax solutions in the United States, such as a value-added tax. Finally, he discusses the Cornell Policy Review's plans for 2018. … More Ep. 24: How to Make Tax Legislation with Arpit Chaturvedi The post Ep. 24: How to Make Tax Legislation with Arpit Chaturvedi appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

In this 18-minute episode, I analyze three new California laws in-depth. The laws have to do with hiring, paid maternity leave, and gun ammunition restrictions. Additionally, I take a look at the British National Health Service crisis: More than 50,000 non-critical operations have been cancelled. … More Ep. 23: New Laws in California and Britain’s Holiday Health Crisis The post Ep. 23: New Laws in California and Britain’s Holiday Health Crisis appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

In this episode, I go in-depth on the history of net neutrality and the FCC beginning in 2002 and ending with the 2017 decision to repeal net neutrality. We discuss the different ways broadband providers and internet service providers have been classified under the Communications Act of 1934 as well as how courts have ruled on net neutrality in recent years.  … More Ep. 22: An In-Depth History of Net Neutrality The post Ep. 22: An In-Depth History of Net Neutrality appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

On December 22, 2017 President Donald Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the most significant legislation of his presidency. I review the changes to the corporate tax code in this second part of Bills with Luke Scorziell's series on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. We compare the corporate tax rate to countries around the world and analyze the bill's changes to business deductions. To round out the discussion, I provide and overview of some of the long-term and immediate effects of the legislation. … More Ep. 21: How the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Will Change Business Taxes The post Ep. 21: How the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Will Change Business Taxes appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

On December 22, 2017 President Donald Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the most significant legislation of his presidency. In the twentieth episode of Bills with Luke Scorziell, we dive into the details of the new law. Specifically, how the tax reform bill affects individual taxpayers. From the new tax brackets to the repeal of the individual mandate to the expanded child tax credit, we cover it all. Stay tuned for objective, well-researched analysis on the new tax code. … More Ep. 20: Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, Individual Tax Reform The post Ep. 20: Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, Individual Tax Reform appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

Timothy Keller and I talk about his work as the managing attorney for the Institute of Justice's Arizona Office and how he has promoted educational choice programs throughout his career. We go behind the scenes of the 2011 Supreme Court Case Arizona Christian School v. Winn, a case fighting for educational choice programs, which Timothy helped lead to victory. Throughout our discussion, we explore some of the arguments for and against school choice programs—which include vouchers, tax credits, scholarships, or Educational Savings Accounts. We also discuss how state "Blaine Amendments" are tremendous barriers to educational choice programs around the country. Stay tuned for a truly thought-provoking discussion. … More Ep. 19: Timothy Keller, Managing Attorney of the Institute for Justice’s Arizona Office The post Ep. 19: Timothy Keller, Managing Attorney of the Institute for Justice’s Arizona Office appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.

Daniel LaCalle, Author and Chief Economist at Tressis Gestión, and I talk about his new book: Escape from the Central Bank Trap: How to Escape from the $20 Trillion Monetary Expansion Unharmed. Daniel tells us how rather than being the solution, central banks are becoming the problem by using "unconventional monetary policies" that were never intended to be the ultimate solutions. After analyzing the problems posed in his book, we find out how he believes we can escape the trap. … More Ep. 17: Daniel LaCalle, Author of Escape from the Central Bank Trap (Part One) The post Ep. 17: Daniel LaCalle, Author of Escape from the Central Bank Trap (Part One) appeared first on The Edge of Ideas.