Talks & Events
Public Events and Featured Conversations
Recent Weidenbaum Center recordings and public talks connecting scholarship to policy and civic debate.
Featured Event
Andrew Reeves introduces The Past, Present, and Future of the Federal Reserve, a Weidenbaum Center event featuring Alberto Musalem, James Bullard, and Thomas Melzer, moderated by Karen Branding (September 29, 2025).
Weidenbaum Center Events
The Weidenbaum Center convenes scholars, policymakers, students, and public audiences through talks, panels, and policy discussions. These recordings highlight current debates in governance, economics, and democratic institutions.
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Featured Event Recordings
Watch: Governing Past Gridlock
Governing Past Gridlock: Why Fiscal Responsibility Still Matters. This event examines fiscal governance, political trust, and strategies for long-term national stability. Featured speaker: former U.S. Representative Carolyn Bourdeaux; cosponsored by Washington University’s Olin Business School.
Watch: Federal Reserve Conversation
The Past, Present, and Future of the Federal Reserve. This conversation examines the Federal Reserve’s evolving role in the U.S. economy. Speakers: Alberto Musalem, James Bullard, and Thomas Melzer; moderated by Karen Branding.
Watch: Future of Civic Education
The Future of Civic Education and Universities. This panel explores how universities can strengthen civic learning, viewpoint diversity, and open inquiry. Panelists: Robert Doar, Benjamin Storey, and Andrew Reeves.
Watch: Labor and Regulation Panel
Labor, Regulation, and the Changing Economy Panel. This cross-ideological panel examines labor markets, regulation, tariffs, immigration, and near-term policy shifts. Moderated by Pauline Kim.
Watch: Fireside Chat with James Bullard
A Fireside Chat with James Bullard. This conversation covers the economy, elections, and higher education leadership. Speakers: Andrew Reeves and James Bullard.
Watch: U.S. Economy and Monetary Policy Forum
April 2024 Forum: The Outlook for the U.S. Economy and Monetary Policy with Adriana D. Kugler. This forum addresses the U.S. economic outlook and monetary policy. Speaker: Federal Reserve Governor Adriana D. Kugler, followed by Q&A with Andrew Reeves.
Watch: Policy Lunch on Executive Power
December 2023 Policy Lunch: Andrew Reeves on Concerns over Presidential Executive Power. This policy lunch discusses No Blank Check and evidence on public skepticism toward presidential executive authority. Featured speaker: Andrew Reeves.
Watch: Conversation with Lanhee J. Chen
January 2023: Hoover Fellow and Presidential Campaign Advisor: A Conversation with Lanhee J. Chen. This conversation examines partisan dynamics, campaign strategy, and the 2024 election environment. Featured speaker: Lanhee J. Chen.