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Jan 12, 2026

Duration 29:53

What China's Demographics Mean for Its Military

RAND's Mark Cozad discusses how China's shrinking, aging population could affect its military ambitions, as well as U.S. strategy and global security.

Mark Cozad

Nov 11, 2025

Duration 24:59

Supporting America's Veterans: A Conversation with Carrie Farmer

On Veterans Day, RAND's Carrie Farmer discusses a few key issues facing those who served, including finding civilian jobs and accessing high‑quality health care.

Carrie M. Farmer

Oct 27, 2025

Duration 23:44

Critical Condition: How to Save the ER

Emergency care as we know it is at risk. What’s driving this crisis? And what will it take to keep America's emergency room doors open?

Oct 15, 2025

Duration 28:51

42% of Americans Know Someone Who Died of Overdose

More than one in eight Americans know someone who has died of a drug overdose. RAND's Alison Athey shares what's behind the numbers.

Alison Athey

Sep 30, 2025

Duration 58:42

Is Taiwan Prepared for an Attack by China?

RAND’s Marta Kepe and Scott Harold look at Taiwan’s civilian resilience efforts, highlighting the public’s role in preparing for and defending against aggression by China.

Scott W. Harold, Marta Kepe

Sep 10, 2025

Duration 50:18

Improving School Safety: What the Evidence Says

RAND experts Pauline Moore and Brian Jackson share practical insights from their research on creating safer school environments.

Brian A. Jackson, Pauline Moore

Aug 27, 2025

Duration 53:35

How AGI Could Reshape National Security

RAND experts explore the uncertain future of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and identify five major security challenges it could bring.

Jim Mitre, Joel B. Predd

Aug 7, 2025

Duration 41:31

Why Is It So Expensive to Build Apartments in California?

Building multifamily housing in California costs more than twice what it costs in Texas. What's driving this? And how might California address its housing crisis?

Jason M. Ward

Jul 17, 2025

Duration 50:17

How to Prevent Catastrophe in Outer Space

Space is becoming more congested, contested, and competitive. This poses serious risks—from satellites colliding to a major conflict breaking out. How can humanity prevent such a disaster? RAND's Bruce McClintock and Douglas Ligor discuss the need for international space traffic management.

Bruce McClintock

Jul 8, 2025

Duration 26:25

What Is the U.S. Doing to Counter China in the Indo-Pacific?

RAND’s Kristen Gunness breaks down U.S. strategy in the Indo-Pacific. She discusses Washington's efforts to increase U.S. basing and access in the region, what actions might trigger a response from China, and the possibility that Beijing could impose a quarantine of Taiwan.

Kristen Gunness

Jun 26, 2025

Duration 29:32

Decoding Dementia: What You Need to Know

RAND's Peter Hudomiet and Jodi Liu discuss the risk factors for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, why early detection is so important, and what the treatment landscape looks like.

Peter Hudomiet, Jodi L. Liu

Jun 18, 2025

Duration 47:26

How Will AI Reshape Work?

What do we really know about AI's potential impacts on the workforce? And how might workers, employers, and policymakers prepare for such disruptions?

Tobias Sytsma

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