Welcome to No Right Turns, the podcast that rides shotgun through the backroads of policy. Join us as we explore the twists and turns of historical and contemporary policies, uncovering the unintended consequences and quirky outcomes of well-intentioned decisions.
In this episode of No Right Turns, we dive into the 1978 tax revolt in California that led to the passing of Proposition 13. Hosts take listeners back to a time when property taxes were skyrocketing, and the response from homeowners was nothing short of revolutionary. We explore the consequences of Prop 13, the impacts on public services and education, and the broader economic ramifications that followed. This episode provides a humorous yet insightful look into how a well-intentioned policy can lead to unforeseen consequences.
In this episode of No Right Turns, we take a look at the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) of 2002 and its successor, the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Through a blend of humor and critical analysis, we examine the impacts these policies had on the educational landscape in the United States, from standardized testing to teacher qualifications and the broader implications for students and schools.
This episode of No Right Turns brings you the fascinating and cautionary tale of the rabbit plague in Australia. What started as an attempt to recreate English hunting traditions led to one of the most significant ecological disasters in history. We delve into the unintended consequences of introducing European rabbits to Australia and the resulting environmental and economic impacts.
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