Elections
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#1186: Invisible Architects: The Ghostwriters of Democracy
Behind every major bill and court ruling is a ghostwriter. Explore the "invisible architects" who shape the legal language governing our lives.
#1185: When Positive Media Coverage Becomes a Bribe
Can a leader face existential threats while on trial for bribery? We explore the intersection of law and politics in Israel's longest trial.
#1183: Beyond the Ballot: The Global Spectrum of Democracy
Is democracy a "one-size-fits-all" system? Explore why institutional design matters more than slogans in the global fight for freedom.
#1148: Who Paid for That Law? How Dark Money Buys Your Policy
Discover how 11,000 global think tanks act as a shadow branch of government, shaping policy behind closed doors with billions in dark money.
#860: The Global Rise of Strongman Rule
Explore why the world is retreating toward authoritarianism despite an era of decentralized technology and global connectivity.
#858: Neoliberalism Explained: The Market’s Operating System
Explore the "operating system" of the modern world as we break down the history, logic, and real-world impact of neoliberalism.
#852: Beyond the Market: Building a Post-Capitalist Economy
Is it time to move past the stock market? Explore how community wealth building and resource-based models could redefine human value.
#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.
#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.
#568: The Birth of the Border: How Countries Were Invented
How did we go from sprawling empires to rigid borders? Explore the history of the modern country, from Westphalia to the French Revolution.
#148: Why Can’t You Fire Your Local Politician?
Why can’t you call your representative about a pothole? Explore the history and trade-offs of Israel’s unique national voting system.
#146: The Feedback Loop of Inequality and Polarization
Herman and Corn explore why rising income inequality is fueling political polarization and how we can rebuild the social contract in 2026.