The Feudal Future podcast, hosted by Joel Kotkin and Marshall Toplansky, explores what we can do to liberate the global middle class.

Feudal Future Podcast — The Democratic Party in Transition

This Feudal Future episode examine whether Democrats can refocus on kitchen-table economics, and how reshoring manufacturing presents both opportunities and challenges that cross party lines.

Feudal Future Podcast — Trump’s Tariffs and the Future of US-Canada Relations

This Feudal Future episode explores Trump’s tariffs and how they affect the future of US-Canada relations.

Feudal Future Podcast — Can DOGE Fix Our Bloated Government?

This Feudal Future episode explores DOGE, a government restructuring effort, with guests Shawn Steel and Professor Luke Nichter, a historian.

Feudal Future Podcast — El Futuro es Latino, Keeping the Dream Alive for the Next Generation

This Feudal Future episode features our special town hall session, where experts gathered to discuss findings from “El Futuro es Latino,” a groundbreaking research project from Chapman University.

Feudal Future Podcast — Populism Unpacked: Voices From the Heartland

Feudal Future hosts Joel Kotkin and Marshall Toplansky are joined by Ryan Streeter and Karl Zinsmeister as we discuss how the rise of populism may affect governance and society at large.

Feudal Future Podcast — Challenges and Solutions for California’s Economy

Feudal Future hosts Joel Kotkin and Marshall Toplansky are joined by Dr. Ken Murphy as we explore the shifting dynamics of California’s economic landscape.

Feudal Future Podcast — Breaking Down Barriers in Housing Development

Feudal Future hosts Joel Kotkin and Marshall Toplansky discuss why housing in California is so expensive with guests Gary London and Jennifer Hernandez.

Feudal Future Podcast — The Changing Face of Education and the Power of Tech

Feudal Future hosts Joel Kotkin and Marshall Toplansky discuss how AI could transform the way we learn, making education more engaging and impactful, with guest Ramit Varna.

Feudal Future Podcast — Energy Politics and Pathways to Progress

Feudal Future hosts Joel Kotkin and Marshall Toplansky cover energy politics with guest Robert Bryce, and discuss how to balance energy abundance with environmental responsibility.

Feudal Future Podcast — 2024 in Review: Feudalism, Politics, and Global Shifts

Feudal Future hosts Joel Kotkin and Marshall Toplansky cover the surprising dynamics of 2024, discussing the unraveling of the liberal world order and the rise of pragmatic priorities among voters.