Policy
Public policy, regulation, governance, and comparative analysis
#796: Can Your Data Legally Leave the Country?
Explore the shift from a global cloud to localized data sovereignty and why legal jurisdictions are the new physical borders of 2026.
#687: Why Israel Has 10 Parties and the US Has 2
Ever wonder why the US only has two major parties? Herman and Corn dive into the "math" of politics and why third parties struggle to survive.
#686: Beyond the Binary: The Tech and Politics of Pronouns
Herman and Corn explore why pronouns became a global debate and the hidden technical chaos of moving beyond binary data.
#670: Open Source vs. Open Weights: The AI Branding Illusion
Is your AI truly open? Herman and Corn break down the critical difference between open source and open weights in the age of LLMs.
#668: The Hidden Bureaucracy of the Sky
Discover the invisible borders of the sky, from the physics of the Karman Line to the hidden fees airlines pay to cross national airspace.
#592: When Experts Run Things: The Technocrat vs. Politician Debate
Does a Minister of Health need to be a doctor? Explore the high-stakes tension between technical expertise and political leadership.
#583: Beyond the Ballot: Hacking the Future of Governance
Are we using a rotary phone to manage a quantum computer? Explore the radical "secret menu" of governance, from lottocracy to liquid democracy.
#573: The Tightrope of Mixed-Use Zoning
Explore how mixed-use zoning is transforming sterile suburbs into vibrant 15-minute cities. Herman and Corn dive into the future of urban living.
#512: The OPEC of Dirt: Why Israel Owns 93% of Its Land
Why does the Israeli state own 93% of the land? Herman and Corn explore the history and the impact of this unique monopoly on the housing market.
#504: How to Start Thinking Like an Urbanist
Tired of "sidewalks to nowhere"? Learn the principles of good urbanism and how to advocate for a more walkable, resilient community.
#496: Beyond the FDA: Why Small Nations Re-Review Medicine
If the FDA says a drug is safe, why wait? Explore the science, economics, and recent reforms behind local pharmaceutical approvals.
#464: The Hidden Walls of Global Remote Work
Why does "work from anywhere" often mean "only in the US"? Explore the legal, tax, and IP traps that keep remote work restricted.
#448: When the Safety Net Fits Only Employees
Why does the "Start-up Nation" struggle to support its solo entrepreneurs? Herman and Corn explore global models for a better freelance future.
#436: The Myth of Instinctual Parenting
You need a license to drive, but not to bring home a baby. Herman and Corn discuss the critical need for subsidized parenting education.
#406: Policing Shekels, Losing Dollars: The Transit Friction Crisis
Exploring how aggressive transit enforcement creates high-stress cities and why "policing shekels" might be costing us the future of green mobility.
#398: When Your Landlord Ignores the Law
Is your home making you sick? Herman and Corn dive into the legal and health realities of dealing with severe mold and negligent landlords.
#387: When Cities Become the Landlord: Emergency Repair Programs That Work
Explore how cities like NYC and Vienna protect tenants from landlord neglect and why housing should be treated as a public utility.
#348: The Scuff Mark Crisis: Navigating Fair Wear and Tear
Is a tiny scuff mark a financial time bomb? Herman and Corn explore the global legal battleground of rental maintenance and tenant rights.
#319: Small Claims: The Express Lane of Justice
Discover how small claims court levels the playing field against corporate giants and why it’s the ultimate power move for the everyday consumer.
#318: The Boring Bunkers That Keep a Country Running
What happens when the lights go out? Explore the secret world of government bunkers, redundant personnel, and hardened communication systems.