The Ticket 2016

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Each Week KUT's Ben Philpott and the Tribune's Jay Root provide a rundown of the week's campaign actions and bring you interviews with people who make a living working on, covering or commenting on the campaigns.

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    • Nov 9, 2016 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 40m AVG DURATION
    • 4 EPISODES

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    The Ticket 2016 podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in the 2016 presidential election. Produced by Texas Tribune and KUT, this podcast provides insightful analysis and interviews with candidates, campaign insiders, and journalists. With a focus on Texas politics, The Ticket offers a unique perspective on the national race with a touch of Southern charm.

    One of the best aspects of The Ticket is its thoughtful interviews and analysis. The hosts and guests provide in-depth profiles of the candidates, going beyond superficial coverage to delve into their positions and themes. The "stump interrupted" segment, where the hosts analyze a candidate's stump speech, is particularly enlightening. The podcast is well-produced and timely, keeping listeners up-to-date on the latest developments in the election.

    Another standout aspect of The Ticket is its fair and unbiased coverage. Unlike other political podcasts that tend to lean one way or another, this podcast presents both sides fairly. The hosts engage in respectful disagreement rather than ranting or interrupting each other. This allows for a more thoughtful discussion around issues rather than personalities. It's refreshing to hear a political podcast that focuses on substance rather than sensationalism.

    However, one downside of The Ticket is that it does have a tendency to focus more on stories related to the GOP. While this may be expected given that it is produced in Texas, it would be great to see more coverage of Democratic candidates as well. Additionally, some listeners have found issue with the segue music used in the podcast, finding it too loud or jarring.

    In conclusion, The Ticket 2016 podcast is an outstanding political podcast that offers exceptional analysis and insight into the presidential race. It provides nationwide relevance from an Austin perspective and appeals to both casual observers and campaign pros alike. If you're looking for an engaging and informative podcast on the 2016 presidential election, look no further than The Ticket.



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    Latest episodes from The Ticket 2016

    The Ticket: Post-Election Chat

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2016 19:46


    KUT's Ben Philpott and the Texas Tribune's Jay Root wind up the podcast with a quick look at how President-elect Donald Trump's victory affects Texas. They'll go down the list of Texans in line for spots in the Trump administration. And they'll chat about how journalism could/should change after this election. Ben and Jay are trying to figure out what's next for the podcast. Shoot an email to bphilpott@kut or jroot@texastribune with suggestions. Thanks for listening to The Ticket 2016!

    The Ticket: How 2016 Affects 2018

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2016 52:49


    This week, the polls have gotten so close that it looks like the assumed Clinton victory is more of a toss-up. So the Texas Tribune's Jay Root and KUT's Ben Philpott will talk about where the race stands now and evolution and effect of polls in the 2016 election with Republican pollster Chris Perkins. And because we're based here in Texas, we'll talk about how the national race could-might-maybe-possibly affect politics in the lone star state with Texas Tribune CEO and noted New York Yankees fan Evan Smith. Visit TheTicket2016.com, where you can find more episodes and links to subscribe on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud and Stitcher.

    The Ticket: Explaining Why the Polls Aren't Rigged

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2016 41:32


    This week, The Texas Tribune's Jay Root and KUT's Ben Philpott tackle some of Donald Trump's assertions that the polls showing him behind…are wrong. They'll talk with political researcher and pollster Stefan Hankin to break down the possibility of a bad polling year. And the state of Texas still appears to be a close race between Trump and Clinton. The Director of the UT-Austin's Texas Politics Project, Jim Henson, joins us with new polling numbers released this week. Visit TheTicket2016.com, where you can find more episodes and links to subscribe on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud and Stitcher.

    The Ticket LIVE: Let's End the 2016 Election with a Little Humor

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2016 48:22


    This week, the Tribune's Jay Root and KUT's Ben Philpott taped before a crowd at KLRU's historic studio 6A, former host of the iconic TV show Austin City Limits. While the crowd was waiting on the 3rd Presidential debate, we want to go beyond the debate and even the election to talk about the future of the Republican and Democratic parties in Texas. So we'll talk with Burt Orange Report Publisher Lize Burr and Deirdre Delisi of Delisi Communications about what happens next after this brawl of a campaign. And because we know some people have been a little stressed out by this election, we've invited some local comedians to lighten the mood with some debate humor. Visit TheTicket2016.com, where you can find more episodes and links to subscribe on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud and Stitcher.

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