Best Center for Immigration Studies Podcasts (2025)

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Reflecting on World War II 80 years later with Tim Gray 28:07

7h ago28:07

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Eighty years ago, mothers with sons and husbands at war in Europe could celebrate the end of the war there, even as they worried about the possibility their loved ones might be heading to the invasion of Japan. Tim Gray has made his life’s work about telling the stories of those heroes, their sacrifices, and their legacy. Gray is a documentary film…

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Panel: The Weaponization of Immigration 36:19

5d ago36:19

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The Center for Immigration Studies hosted a panel discussion examining how immigration is used as a political, economic, and strategic tool by governments, non-state, and sub-state actors worldwide. Whether through mass migration crises, policy-driven border surges, or the manipulation of refugee flows, immigration has become a powerful geopolitica…

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April 14, 2025: Keon West 28:05

7d ago28:05

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Most of us can probably point to examples of people who suffered from racism, or who overcame racism. But Keon West reminds us all that “the plural of anecdote is not data” and that science actually has a lot to say about the reality of racism today—if we take the time to consider it and really understand. West is a social psychologist and an Assoc…

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The World Mourns the Loss of Pope Francis 1:00:00

9d ago1:00:00

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On the eve of Pope Francis’ funeral, we look back on the life and legacy of our late pontiff. From the faithful to those who practice no faith at all – Mark Irons hears how the first Argentine pope impacted people from all walks of life. Vatican analyst Delia Gallagher joins us from St. Peter’s Square to preview Pope Francis’ Saturday funeral. We’r…

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President Václav Klaus: The Importance of Limiting Migration and Maintaining Nation-States 34:19

12d ago34:19

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Former Czech President Václav Klaus joins the Center for Immigration Studies podcast to discuss migration, national identity, and the importance of the nation-state. An economist and longtime advocate for national sovereignty, President Klaus challenges prevailing European views on immigration, multiculturalism, and the European Union. Key highligh…

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Canada’s Election and the Impact of Blessed Carlo Acutis 1:00:00

17d ago1:00:00

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Canadian Catholics raise awareness about important issues ahead of the federal election. President Trump gains some limited victories at the Supreme Court; legal analysis on its decisions. The countdown to Canonization begins for Blessed Carlo Acutis; how he inspired teens in rural Kansas as they prepared for Confirmation. East and West will meet o…

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86: Trump’s Mass Deportation Policy and the US Labor Market (Guest: Chloe East) 30:16

19d ago30:16

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President Donald Trump has promised to carry out a mass deportation effort that would remove millions of immigrants residing illegally in the United States. Will the massive scale of deportations improve the U.S. economy and deliver greater job prospects for U.S.-born workers, as Trump has claimed? In early March, “México Centered” host Tony Payan …

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Andy McCarthy on Executive Overreach, Courts, and the Constitution 50:58

19d ago50:58

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In this week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, National Review’s Andy McCarthy and guest host Andrew Arthur, the Center’s fellow in law and policy, examine the erosion of legal norms – from immigration enforcement to judicial power – and what this means for how our system of government is supposed to work under the Constitution. Prosecutoria…

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March 31, 2025: Marietje Schaake 27:55

21d ago27:55

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We’re used to thinking of technology as politically neutral—the zeroes and ones of binary code that operate independently of partisanship. But Marietje Schaake says that, increasingly, private technology companies are usurping the function of government and thereby posing a real threat to the health of Western democracies. Schaake is a non-resident…

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The Courts Role in the Use of the Alien Enemies Act 38:49

26d ago38:49

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This week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy discusses the Trump Administration’s use of the Alien Enemies Act (AEA), a rarely-used provision in U.S. law passed in 1798 that gives the president the authority to swiftly remove citizens of countries of wartime foes or countries who have made a “predatory incursion” into our territory. Last month…

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Echoes of 1938 in U.S. Politics 35:24

26d ago35:24

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Historian Benjamin Carter Hett, a professor at the CUNY Graduate Center and Hunter College, joins The Thought Project for a timely discussion of the rise of autocracy in America and its unsettling parallels to Europe in 1938. Hett is the author of The Death of Democracy, which examines Hitler’s rise to power and the fall of the Weimar Republic, and…

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Social Security Changes, the legacy of John Paul II, and the Missionaries of Mercy 1:00:00

1M ago1:00:00

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The Trump Administration’s plan to cut fraud and waste in government spending brings concern about the impact to Social Security. A Social Security expert weighs in. The legacy of John Paul II, twenty years after his death. Controversy grows over top officials’ group chat with war plans; an expert in national security responds. The survivor of a de…

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Episode 34: Fraternities and Sororities as Jewish Communal Spaces | Dr. Jenny Small 28:15

1M ago28:15

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Traditionally-Jewish fraternities and sororities are not often considered sites of Jewish community. In this session, Jenny L. Small discusses findings from interviews with fraternity and sorority life (FSL) educators, revealing their perspectives that students in these organizations bear distinctly gendered burdens around Jewish heritage and conti…

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The Mahmoud Khalil Deportation Case 44:19

1M ago44:19

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In this week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy podcast, Center for Immigration Studies analysts discuss the legal and policy implications of the Mahmoud Khalil case. Khalil, a Palestinian/Syrian/Algerian green card holder, was involved in pro-Hamas protests when a graduate student on a nonimmigrant visa at Columbia University. DHS charged Kha…

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85: Mexico’s Artificial Intelligence Future Pt. 2 (Guests: Laura Ripani & Alejandro Dabdoub) 18:32

1M ago18:32

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On “México Centered,” host Tony Payan continued his conversation on the future of artificial intelligence (AI) in Mexico with Laura Ripani, Mexico’s country representative at the Inter-American Development Bank, and friend of the podcast Alejandro Dabdoub. They explored major questions about the future of work as AI advances: What implications does…

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Deportations spark debate, Nuns help groundbreaking Alzheimer’s study, and more 1:00:00

1M ago1:00:00

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Two Catholic experts weigh in on the immigration debate. A Former U.S. Senator and Catholic discusses Trump’s deportations, and a pregnant asylum seeker shares her worries that her baby will be born “stateless” without birthright citizenship. The Metropolitan of the Philadelphia Archeparchy shares his reaction to Trump cutting funding for a lab tha…

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U.S.-Mexico Border Transformed Under Trump’s Policies 36:29

1M ago36:29

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Fieldwork undertaken by the Center for Immigration Studies reveals a border now under control, offering clear evidence that the border crisis was never an unstoppable force but rather the result of policy decisions. Last week the Center sent analysts to the Border Patrol’s San Diego Sector and across the border to Tijuana, and to the El Paso Sector…

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Inside the New Certificate in LGBTQ Studies 23:32

1M ago23:32

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The CUNY Graduate Center has launched a timely new Advanced Certificate in LGBTQ Studies. Its director Laura Westengard, a professor of English at New York City College of Technology, joins The Thought Project to discuss the years-long effort to establish the 15-credit program, how it provides students with a formal credential in LGBTQ studies, and…

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Five years after COVID, USAID cuts and Catholic Relief Services, and immigrant bishop on the record 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

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This week marks five years since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic – we explore how the Catholic Church responded. The gutting of USAID leaves Catholic programs without critical funding – the former president and CEO of Catholic Relief Services shares her reaction. Once an illegal immigrant escaping civil war, an auxiliary bishop of the Archdi…

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Episode 33: Using Both/And Thinking to Repair a Rift in Jewish Education | Dr. Tali Zelkowicz 27:07

2M ago27:07

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The field of Jewish education has now been split into two sub-fields, referred to as “formal” or “informal” (or “experiential”) education. But this division is artificial and proving profoundly limiting, distorting, and even harmful. What might be the ultimate potential of the field were we able to employ a balanced and integrated use of the full r…

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Foreign-Born Number and Share of U.S. Population at All-Time Highs 32:41

2M ago32:41

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The latest episode of the Center for Immigration Studies podcast series features a discussion between guest host Marguerite Telford, the Center’s Director of Communications, and Steven Camarota, the Center’s Director of Research. Camarota’s interview highlights a recently released analysis that examines the size and growth of the foreign-born popul…

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A Behind the Scenes Look at The Glamour of Hollywood with Daniel D’Addario 27:51

2M ago27:51

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Every year, American popular culture focuses on recognizing the entertainment world’s hits and misses in Awards Season. Daniel D’Addario gives us a well-informed, if fictional, glimpse behind the smiles and glittering ceremonies to understand the personal and professional commitment of actresses at the top of their games. D’Addario is chief corresp…

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How a $100K Gift Is Shaping the Future of LGBTQ Studies Center 30:21

2M ago30:21

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Founded at the CUNY Graduate Center over 30 years ago, CLAGS: The Center for LGBTQ Studies has been a leader in LGBTQ scholarship. Now, a $100,000 unrestricted gift from CUNY scholar James M. Saslow helping to secure its legacy and future impact. CLAGS Executive Director Matt Brim, a professor at the Graduate Center and the College of Staten Island…

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World unites in prayer for Pope Francis, perpetual Eucharistic adoration, and the story of Boys Town 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

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As Pope Francis continues his stay at Gemelli Hospital, millions around the world are uniting in prayer for his healing. Parishes across the United States keep their doors open for all to encounter the true presence of Christ in the Blessed Sacrament; discover how to deepen your own devotion to the Eucharist during the season of Lent. In a shocking…

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84: How Will Trump’s Tariffs Impact American Industry and Consumers? (Guests: John Diamond, Steven Lewis & Ken Medlock) 41:15

2M ago41:15

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In February, “México Centered” host Tony Payan joined three other Baker Institute experts to explore President Donald Trump’s plans to impose tariffs on Mexican, Canadian, and Chinese goods and what they mean for U.S. industries and consumers — as well as our relationships with our largest trading partners. The conversation was moderated by John Di…

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Enhancing National Security: CIS Vetting Failure Database 39:35

2M ago39:35

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This week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy reminds listeners of the threats that made President Trump's recent Executive Order, "Protecting the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats," necessary. The Center for Immigration Studies maintains a comprehensive database detailing examples of pr…

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The Inside Scoop on This Year’s Academy Award Nominees with Pete Hammond 27:57

2M ago27:57

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From the story of a young sex worker to one about an aging star, another about a transgender drug lord, and another about a troubled immigrant and brilliant architect, this year’s Academy Award nominees for Best Picture tell stories that are both epic and intimate. Pete Hammond walks us through the nominees and what to watch for on Hollywood’s Nigh…

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Implications of Labeling Cartels as Terrorist Groups 35:02

2M ago35:02

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The latest episode of the Center for Immigration Studies podcast series features guest host Senior National Security Fellow Todd Bensman in conversation with Jaeson Jones, a leading expert on Mexican cartels and a border correspondent. This timely discussion highlights the recent designation of six Mexican drug cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organiza…

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Mapping the Wreckage of War and Wildfires 44:01

2M ago44:01

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In this episode of The Thought Project, we delve into the innovative work of Corey Scher, whose satellite mapping techniques provide crucial insights into the human and environmental costs of conflict and disaster — from the wars in Ukraine and Gaza to wildfires in Los Angeles. Scher, an Earth and Environmental Sciences Ph.D. candidate at the CUNY …

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Alice Marwick Explores the Impact of Social Networking on Political Discourse 27:54

2M ago27:54

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There was a time in American public life when “the news” was a nightly ritual, a 30-minute glimpse into the wider-world, a way to stay informed. But Dr. Alice E. Marwick says that world is long gone, washed away in recent years with failing traditional news outlets and the rise of social media influencers. Marwick is the director of research at Dat…

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EWTN News In Depth: Trump flips switch on Ukraine policy, bishop speaks out on birthright citizenship, and encountering Christ in Manhattan 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

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After three years of war in Ukraine and decades of cold relations with Russia, President Trump flips the script on strategy. The head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church reacts to the recent escalations between the U.S. and Ukraine. A bishop reacts to the White House’s efforts to limit birthright citizenship. Catholic farmers share how funding f…

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Immigration Under Trump: A Conversation with Victor Davis Hanson 33:07

2M ago33:07

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In the latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, Victor Davis Hanson, a Hoover Institution fellow, discusses the changes in U.S. immigration policy under President Trump with Mark Krikorian, the Center for Immigration Studies’ executive director. The discussion begins with acknowledging how the political landscape for Trump 2.0 differs greatly …

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83: Mexico’s Artificial Intelligence Future Pt. 1 (Guests: Claudia del Pozo & Alejandro Dabdoub) 22:02

2M ago22:02

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Mexico was once one of the biggest leaders in artificial intelligence (AI) globally, but progress has since stalled. Now, there’s renewed hope: President Claudia Sheinbaum, who took office in October 2024, has created an Agency for Digital Transformation and Telecommunications (ATDT), and the topic is also receiving attention from the Mexican Congr…

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Bishops clash with politicians over immigration, the debate around Ordo Amoris, and the Catholic faith of Judge Frank Caprio 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

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The pro-life perspective on Trump’s moves to limit birthright citizenship to the children of migrants. Saint Augustine’s Ordo Amoris goes viral; how his teaching is being debated in politics. An American returns home after years in Russian confinement. A ministry helps women find healing and freedom from porn addiction. And Judge Frank Caprio share…

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Diplomatic Efforts to Strengthen Border Security 38:35

3M ago38:35

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The latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy highlights the diplomatic initiatives supporting U.S. border security that have been undertaken by the Trump administration. Phillip Linderman, a retired State Department senior Foreign Service Officer and a Center for Immigration Studies board member, discusses actions recently taken by President Tr…

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How the CUNY Mapping Service Supports a Fair Census 34:45

3M ago34:45

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How do we ensure every community is counted in the census? In a conversation on The Thought Project, Steven Romalewski, director of the CUNY Mapping Service, discusses the critical role of data mapping in ensuring a fair and accurate 2030 census. His team collaborates with national civil rights organizations, policymakers, and community groups to i…

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EWTN News In Depth | Friday, February , 2025 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits Latin America in his first international trip. We share expert analysis on his trip and how it reflects Trump’s goals for the region. As the Supreme Court weighs an age verification law out of Texas, advocates are calling on the government to protect children from viewing pornography. Catholic students in Maryl…

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An Immigration Story in the Midst of a Changing World with Padma Venkatraman 27:39

3M ago27:39

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Children’s and young-adult authors often explore the pain and loneliness of growing up. Padma Venkatraman does it in an elegantly told story that also explores immigration, environmental change, and the power of friends to make everything better. Venkatraman is an award-winning author who was born in Chennai, India. Before becoming a novelist, earn…

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The Truth About ‘Skilled’ Immigration 44:51

3M ago44:51

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The latest episode of “Parsing Immigration Policy” highlights skilled immigration policies, their impact, and ways to improve the legal immigration programs. Featuring Dr. Norman Matloff, emeritus professor at UC Davis and a leading expert on the H-1B visa program, this episode breaks down how current policies are reshaping the U.S. labor market, u…

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Episode 32: Fluid Meanings of the Yarmulke Across Educational Contexts | Dr. Anastasia Badder 29:14

3M ago29:14

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In her article, "When a Yarmulke Stands for All Jews: Navigating Shifting Signs from Synagogue to School in Luxembourg," Anastasia Badder asks: How do congregational school students experience moments in which they were confronted with Jewishness outside of the classroom, in their secular schools and public spaces? And taking a material approach, h…

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A Biochemist Seeks Better Prostrate Cancer Treatments 24:11

3M ago24:11

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Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men, with risk factors including age, race, lifestyle, and environmental exposures. Daniel Okpattah, a Biochemistry Ph.D. student at the CUNY Graduate Center, studies the molecular processes that drive prostate cancer. His research focuses on how cancer cells grow, survive, and resist treatmen…

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Catholic Church’s service to refugees under criticism, thousands march for life, and the Supreme Court to take on religious freedom 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

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Catholic leaders respond to criticism on the U.S. Bishops’ service to migrants and refugees as President Trump signs a flurry of executive orders on immigration. Thousands of pro-life advocates march for life in Washington, DC; we ask them why they march. From TikTok to Catholic Charities and a religious charter school; legal analysis on the bigges…

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Trump’s Immigration Executive Orders Explained 46:39

3M ago46:39

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Immigration was a defining issue in Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, and within his first week in office, he took swift action to fulfill his promises. In this week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy podcast, Center for Immigration Studies experts analyze the nine immigration-related Executive Orders issued in his first week in office, sh…

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How New Yorkers View Immigrants in the City 38:36

3M ago38:36

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This episode of The Thought Project features a compelling discussion with Professors Philip Kasinitz and Liza Steele, sociologists at the CUNY Graduate Center, on immigration, public opinion, and the evolving challenges of migration policy. The conversation explores their analysis of a YouGov survey, which reveals a surprisingly positive outlook am…

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The Role of Immigration Detention and Why It is Needed 40:13

3M ago40:13

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As President Donald Trump and Border Czar Tom Homan begin their promised deportations, the latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy discusses immigration detention - a key element in immigration enforcement. Andrew Arthur, the Center’s Fellow in Law and Policy and a former immigration judge, details the purpose, history, and availability of imm…

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Biden Hits New Low as Trump Rises: January 2025 Harvard CAPS / Harris Poll Deep Dive 17:07

3M ago17:07

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Join Mark Penn for an in-depth analysis of the latest Harvard CAPS / Harris Poll results that reveal a dramatic shift in the political landscape. As President Biden prepares to leave office with his lowest approval rating since 2022, President-Elect Trump enters with majority support. We'll break down the numbers behind voter priorities on inflatio…

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Leading the March for Life - An EWTN News Special 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

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An EWTN News exclusive conversation with Jeanne Mancini and Jennie Bradley Lichter, the outgoing and incoming leadership of the March for Life.By EWTN News in Depth

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82: Mexico's Budget Proposal for 2025 (Guest: Mariana Campos) 36:19

3M ago36:19

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On Nov. 15, 2024, the Mexican government released its budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2025, which runs from Jan. 1 through Dec. 31. The government pledged to narrow its fiscal deficit from around 6% in 2024 to around 3% in 2025, and according to the budget proposal, there will be no additional taxes, and the economy will grow between 2% and 3% next…

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Panel Podcast: Beyond the Border - Why Legal Immigration Numbers Matter 52:03

3M ago52:03

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The Center for Immigration Studies (CIS) hosted a panel to discuss the importance of immigration numbers, legal and illegal, and their impact on wages, the labor market, and the future of the American workforce. This timely panel, "Beyond the Border: Why Legal Immigration Numbers Matter," builds on the social media debate sparked by Elon Musk’s rec…

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Richard J. Evans Offers Lessons for Today from His Study of the Third Reich 28:10

4M ago28:10

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The world will mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II later this year. Richard J. Evans helps us understand the murderous leaders of Nazi Germany, and the people at every level of German society who did their bidding. Evans is an historian of modern Germany and modern Europe and is the preeminent historian of the Third Reich today. He…

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