Podcasts about local politics

Karol Markowicz sits down with Kevin Smith, founder of Loud Majority and host of Loud Majority Live, for a wide-ranging conversation about grassroots activism, New York politics, the culture wars, and the power of getting involved at the local level. Kevin shares how the COVID lockdown era transformed him from a delivery driver into a political activist, beginning with Trump car parades across Long Island before expanding into school board races, local elections, campaigns, and political media. He explains why COVID restrictions awakened many Americans to the importance of local government—and why changing a school board or city council can sometimes have a more immediate impact on your life than national politics. Karol and Kevin also discuss the political transformation of Long Island, why so many New Yorkers are leaving the state, personal responsibility in an era of economic frustration, the WNBA and the culture wars, celebrities getting political, the decline of Hollywood entertainment, and whether American culture is beginning to shift away from ideological preaching. Plus, Kevin offers his prediction for the rise of economic populism and shares his advice for anyone who wants to improve their life: focus on what you can control, take responsibility, and don't be afraid to stand up for what you believe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this high-energy segment, the hosts dive into South Carolina primary runoff dynamics, local political debates, and pressing news updates!

Chinese investment in the United States has become an increasingly contentious issue that is much more complicated than headlines suggest. In this episode, we reflect on recent debates in Michigan's democratic primary and use it as a jumping-off point to examine more than 25 years of Chinese investment in the US and subnational relationships with Chinese business. We're joined by Emily Conrad, whose research examines Chinese manufacturing investment in the US. We discuss where investment is concentrated and how local governments interact with investments, with attitudes ranging from facilitation to passivity to obstruction. We also discuss how Chinese companies navigate the present environment and varied contexts across the US. As federal scrutiny has intensified and states have introduced new restrictions on foreign land ownership and investment, Chinese firms face mounting political and regulatory headwinds. Yet, investments have not disappeared, and companies are adapting, raising questions about how geopolitics is reshaping investment, manufacturing and subnational policies and politics in the US. Sign up for Emily's Substack Emily's book The Faithless?: The Untold Story of the Electoral College Analysis of State Attitudes towards Chinese investments over time from Conrad's research here Other resources from the episode: Rhodium Group's China cross-border monitor YouTube podcast with Abdul al-Sayed that mentions some about China: here Wall Street Journal article about the State Armor organization: here NPR podcast with one of the best overviews on Gotion:here More on Gotion: ‘No CCP in USA!': Inside a Michigan town's unhinged war over a Chinese battery plant A Chinese battery company bet on a small Michigan town for its U.S. expansion Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate primary debate audio used in this episode Tweet on the CCP by Sen. Elissa Slotkin Financial Times article, China's assault on Europe's car market has barely begun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chinese investment in the United States has become an increasingly contentious issue that is much more complicated than headlines suggest. In this episode, we reflect on recent debates in Michigan's democratic primary and use it as a jumping-off point to examine more than 25 years of Chinese investment in the US and subnational relationships with Chinese business. We're joined by Emily Conrad, whose research examines Chinese manufacturing investment in the US. We discuss where investment is concentrated and how local governments interact with investments, with attitudes ranging from facilitation to passivity to obstruction. We also discuss how Chinese companies navigate the present environment and varied contexts across the US. As federal scrutiny has intensified and states have introduced new restrictions on foreign land ownership and investment, Chinese firms face mounting political and regulatory headwinds. Yet, investments have not disappeared, and companies are adapting, raising questions about how geopolitics is reshaping investment, manufacturing and subnational policies and politics in the US. Sign up for Emily's Substack Emily's book The Faithless?: The Untold Story of the Electoral College Analysis of State Attitudes towards Chinese investments over time from Conrad's research here Other resources from the episode: Rhodium Group's China cross-border monitor YouTube podcast with Abdul al-Sayed that mentions some about China: here Wall Street Journal article about the State Armor organization: here NPR podcast with one of the best overviews on Gotion:here More on Gotion: ‘No CCP in USA!': Inside a Michigan town's unhinged war over a Chinese battery plant A Chinese battery company bet on a small Michigan town for its U.S. expansion Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate primary debate audio used in this episode Tweet on the CCP by Sen. Elissa Slotkin Financial Times article, China's assault on Europe's car market has barely begun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The dispute over the Elizabeth Street Garden, the site of proposed low-income senior housing, appears to be at an end as developers have dropped their lawsuit against the city, which blocked the plan from moving forward under Eric Adams' administration. David Brand, housing reporter for WNYC and Gothamist, shares his reporting and analysis, and explains the story in a broader housing context. Photo: Views of the Elizabeth Street Garden on a crowded Sunday afternoon on September 9, 2024 in the Soho neighborhood of New York City, New York. (Photo by Andrew Lichtenstein/Corbis via Getty Images) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Corinice Wilson on the Importance of Local Politics and Senator Mark Kelly on the Educators for America Act. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We dive headfirst into the growing battle between far-left progressives and common-sense conservatism across New Jersey and the nation. Fill-in host Dan Borowski and Save Jersey's Matt Rooney break down the emerging threat of Democratic Socialists infiltrating local elections, comparing them to spring bugs popping out of the drywall. We react to classic debater footage of the late Charlie Kirk systematically dismantling Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, exposing the deep hypocrisy of rich socialists who preach wealth redistribution while living in multi-million dollar L.A. mansions. We shift focus directly to election integrity and the ongoing fallout over non-citizens on New Jersey voter rolls. With Assemblyman Bob Auth finding green card holders actively registered to vote despite claims of a limited system "glitch" from Mikey Sherrill, we question how deep the voter fraud pipeline actually runs. Plus, we highlight the outrageous criminal charges against Lumberton committee woman Gina LaPlaca over fake primary petition signatures, proving what happens when a one-party state operates without accountability. Finally, we celebrate real American work ethic and patriotism that counteracts the socialist mindset. From a 19-year-old making six figures running his own pressure-washing business to an inspiring viral video of an Amazon driver taking time out of her route to unfurl and salute a tangled American flag, we share the uplifting moments that prove the American Dream is still alive. We wrap up with local shore talk, classic 1980s Pizza Hut nostalgia, and why Republicans must offer bold, colorful solutions to save the region.

Attack ads have always been part of politics. But with artificial intelligence, a new front has opened in the battle for votes. On top of that, Silicon Valley is pouring megabucks into Florida campaigns.Plus, what makes someone dive into a swamp in pursuit of big snakes? And, discarded dorm fridges, microwaves and other left-behinds are getting recycled at Eckerd College.Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3

There's concerns the economic powerhouse of the South Island will fail if the Government continues to under-invest in its transport network. New research commissioned by southern regional councils shows the South Island accounts for 22 percent of the economy. Despite having nearly a quarter of the population, it gets just 11 percent of transport funding. Otago Regional Councillor Kate Wilson says the economic drive of the country is at risk. "Our challenge is, now, to ask the Government to provide for the funding in a much fairer way. Because if we fail in the South Island, it won't be great for the North Island either." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of Forks BS opens with local event promotions and community updates, then moves through listener jokes and election reflections before diving into a heated discussion about gender and sports. The hosts analyze the WNBA controversy—Sophie Cunningham's comments, coach Cheryl Reeve's "trans kids belong" message, DeJoné Carrington's post, and Enes Kanter's announced WNBA eligibility—connect it to the Daily Wire film "What Is a Woman?", and touch on related topics like Title IX, professional vs. amateur sports, and broader political stories including Fauci and vaccine debates. Throughout the show they intersperse local ads, bar and concert promotions, and invite listeners to call or text with topics for future shows.

A new motorhome park proposed for red zone land in Christchurch's New Brighton has been given the green light. Christchurch City Councillors have approved to lease the land to the Motor Caravan Association for 10 years. It allows up to 100 motorhomes, with stays of up to 10 days in any 30-day period. Councillor Celeste Donovan says now it's time to go through the resource consent process. "The way forward should be pretty straightforward from there - of course, the council can always get in the way, but I think there is support for the proposal across the council." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to the Carolina Cabinet, Cumberland County's smartest hour of talk radio! In this lively episode, Peter Pappas and Laura Mussler return to the mic to catch up on life, share travel stories, and dive headfirst into the pressing issues facing Fayetteville, North Carolina, and beyond.From Laura Mussler's Alaskan family wedding adventure and July 4th in D.C., to Peter Pappas's local holiday reflections, the co-hosts set the mood with personal anecdotes and patriotic gratitude. The conversation quickly shifts to topics stirring up political and community debates: the role of patriotism, the controversy over public displays of Southern heritage, keeping history alive versus erasing the past, and whether loving your country risks being mislabeled as racism.Hot takes abound as Peter Pappas and Laura Mussler dig into the implications of American intervention overseas, the upcoming high-stakes Watley vs. Cooper Senate race, and local shake-ups like the 911 dispatch center dispute and data center moratoriums. The hosts candidly challenge political extremism, debate local governance, and encourage listeners to get involved—all while celebrating the unique freedoms and responsibilities of being American.Whether you're interested in local politics, national debates, or just enjoy smart, spirited conversation, this episode of the Carolina Cabinet delivers insight, laughs, and sharp commentary on the issues that matter most.

Auckland's mayor is calling a new residential development near Orewa a 'really dumb idea'. The 1200-home Delmore housing project has been granted fast track approval. Watercare has made it clear it can't connect services to the site before 2033, and potentially not until at least 2050. Mayor Wayne Brown says the council will end up picking up issues with water and transport down the track. "Four or five idiots in Wellington, who only someone in Wellington would call experts, are being able to make decisions for years to come - instead of the people who've been elected to run this city." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The deadline for local councils to submit their amalgamation plans was yesterday, and Local Government New Zealand is calling for clarity on the next steps. In May, the Government gave councils three months to come up with proposals on how leadership in their regions should be reshaped - with 48 councils submitting Head Start proposals and 17 abstaining. LGNZ President and Gisborne mayor Rehette Stoltz says the organisation would love to have clarity on the next phase of this plan, given some councils didn't participate. "We now know that several councils have not participated, for whatever reason. They did try, but also, some councils like Gisborne and other unitary authorities did not have to take part in the Head Start. So we would love to have clarity about that." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's promises Auckland's City Rail Link's good to go, with an opening date announced for next month. Passengers can ride the $5.5-billion-dollar lines from September 13, after extensive testing and dress rehearsals. Mayor Wayne Brown says this is a good project for Auckland, even if it was 'too costly and too slow.' "It will be a good thing for Auckland, it's up to us now as a council to make sure that instead of having a capacity of 19,000 people per hour, we actually have customers of 19,000 people per hour." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rotorua's mayor says Chris Luxon doesn't need to feel sorry, after igniting backlash for comments at a local business event. The Prime Minister last week told business owners they have a parent-child mentality, and too often ask the Government for help. Yesterday he backtracked, saying that was wrong and didn't acknowledge the challenges many face. But Tania Tapsell says Luxon was right on the money and his comment was taken out of context. "Yes, times are tough - but actually, don't rely on the Government to be bailing you out. And I 100 percent agree with that, because, we don't need to keep getting into debt, we need to make sure we're innovating." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of El Niño Speaks, José Niño sat down with Folgers, a veteran political organizer and former regional PAC director, to talk about the practical steps for getting involved in local politics, why aspiring activists should start with town councils and committees instead of national politics, and how skills like door knocking, phone banking, and simply being useful build the trust needed to gain real influence.Listen to Folgers on Warren Balogh's Modern Politics Radio: NEXT: If you liked the show, feel free to continue supporting my work. Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/josenino This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.josealnino.org/subscribe

Charlie James reviews the crowded field of candidates for South Carolina's U.S. Senate special primary, responding to listener texts about lesser-known contenders and candidate viability. He focuses heavily on state political developments, highlighting an event at the State House where pro-abortion former Republican State Senator Katrina Shealy introduced Democrat gubernatorial candidate Germaine Johnson as "our Democrat candidate." James argues that Shealy's full endorsement of a Democrat underscores her true political alignment and notes that candidate Darlene Graham's only recorded political donation was to Shealy. The segment concludes with a call from listener Bill discussing potential candidate debates and James reacting to upcoming Trafalgar Group polling numbers.

On this episode of the TripleE's, H. Bosh Jr. sits down with Council Member Justin Chaires to discuss his journey to becoming a council member, why getting involved in local politics matters, and his vision for the future of Schenectady, New York. Tune in to hear about his goals, the issues facing the community, and how local leadership can make a lasting impact.

Two Upper Hutt ratepayer advocates were stunned after a uniformed police officer arrived unexpectedly at their home following a complaint from mayor Peri Zee about their communications. Paul and Kate Fabian, who run ratepayer advocacy group NZ Empowered, were surprised when the police turned up at their door - but the case was later closed after it was determined no criminal harassment offence had occurred. Paul Fabian says this experience was 'off-putting' and it's left the pair feeling anxious after the fact. "They turned up with my wife just at home, she was sick at the time...we didn't know why, we didn't understand the reasons for this over there. It was a bit unnerving." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The conversation begins with an introduction and shoutouts to guests, followed by a discussion on local elections and the impact of political candidates' backgrounds on their public image. The conversation delves into the significance of local elections and the influence of candidates' personal histories on their public perception. The conversation delves into the controversial topic of the bounty platform and its potential implications, sparking a debate on the ethical and practical aspects of such a platform. It then transitions to a detailed analysis of Jay-Z's recent freestyle and the varied reception it has received. The conversation covers a range of topics including a comparison between Jay-Z and Drake, the impact of streaming on music, analysis of NBA playoffs and games, a personal meeting with DJ, and a discussion on the LGBTQ+ community.TakeawaysLocal elections and their significanceThe impact of political candidates' backgrounds on their public image Bounty platform implicationsJay-Z's freestyle and its reception Comparing Jay-Z and DrakeThe impact of streaming on musicNBA playoffs and game analysisMeeting DJ in personDiscussion on LGBTQ+ communityChapters00:00 Discussion on Local Elections and Political Candidates26:37 The Bounty Platform Debate36:15 Analyzing Jay-Z's Freestyle01:06:17 Discussion on LGBTQ+ Community

On this episode of the TripleE's, H. Bosh Jr. sits down with Council Member Justin Chaires to discuss his journey to becoming a council member, why getting involved in local politics matters, and his vision for the future of Schenectady, New York. Tune in to hear about his goals, the issues facing the community, and how local leadership can make a lasting impact.

Dan talks about the leftist lunatic who set the sidewalk on fire outside of a New York federal building, and he can't believe how bad this political attack ad is | aired on Tuesday, July 21st, 2026 on Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis Produced by Samuel RutherfordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the TripleE's, H. Bosh Jr. sits down with Council Member Justin Chaires to discuss his journey to becoming a council member, why getting involved in local politics matters, and his vision for the future of Schenectady, New York. Tune in to hear about his goals, the issues facing the community, and how local leadership can make a lasting impact.

A Far North Councillor is accusing the council of keeping details of iwi agreements under the rug. Davina Smolders says the council is in the process of negotiating and signing Mana Whakahono ā Rohe with five iwi and one hapu. She is demanding these agreements be made public so voters and other elected officials can have their say. Smolders says the deals are binding statutory agreements. She says they establish permanent Māori governance and are completely 'uncosted'. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington's deputy mayor is floating a law change to give councils more teeth for dealing with badly behaved representatives. Ben McNulty's highlighted Dunedin City Council's stand off with suspended councillor Benedict Ong, who's being investigated over allegations he shared confidential information. McNulty says some things done within councils would get people booted from the private sector. He says a variety of punishments could be considered. "It's something like being able to dock pay, being able to suspend them from attending council meetings." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All right - given the level of hostility we have at the moment towards local body councillors and councils, I suspect there'll be plenty of support for the idea I'm about to tell you about. But I would caution against getting too excited because it's a terrible idea. If you've been following councils around the country lately, you'll be aware of Benedict Ong from the Dunedin City Council and Ray Chung from the Wellington City Council. Both are making nuisances of themselves, which is why they're in the news. Benedict, for repeatedly receiving council emails and then immediately forwarding them to multiple journalists and leaking the information; and Ray Chung, for getting himself to the scene of a missing person during a flooding event in Wellington when he shouldn't have been there, and then telling porkies, or what looked a lot like porkies afterwards, about why he was there. Now, Ben McNulty, the Wellington Deputy Mayor, is so frustrated by this nonsense that he's proposing tougher sanctions for councillors like this to deal with what he calls "almost existential threats to democracy" caused by councillors leaking sensitive information. Ben hasn't said specifically what powers he wants but whatever it is he's proposing, I don't like it. Because while I have no love for the antics of Benedict Ong, Ray Chung or anybody like that, I respect the fact that both of them were democratically elected. They are just as entitled to council information and council access as the most well-behaved councillors. And if we start dreaming up ways to punish wayward councillors we don't like, we may find those very same rules being used against good councillors we do like if the wayward ones gain a majority. Whatever punishment we concoct is a punishment that can be weaponised against enemies. There is already a perfectly good punishment for councillors who misbehave and push things too far. It is the loss of office at the next election. Democracy already has a built-in punishment. We do not need another one. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Christchurch City Councillor says $200,000 to light up a CBD mural is money well spent - because small touches help bring people into the city. The lights were installed on Press Lane to address concerns it felt uninviting after dark. The Taxpayers' Union says the cash could have been better spent. Councillor Nathaniel Herz Jardine says creating a vibrant city requires choices that cost money. "The big problem with Courtenay Place, with Queen Street - partly, it's the pipes that are leaking - and also, there's no sense of fun. There's no sense of beauty and excitement in those cities." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode Erica takes us behind the scenes of co-founding an independent political news outlet and podcast. Then dives into the state of Seattle's city council & Mayor, the fight over doubling the transportation tax, the stalled Ballard light rail line, and the collapse of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority. It's a lot to cover, but Erica breaks it all down so you're caught up in local politics.About guest Erica Barnett, Co-Founder & Editor of PubliCola and Co-host of the Seattle Nice podcast:PubliCola is Seattle's independent, reader funded politics and policy site running since 2009. She has written for The Stranger, CrossCut, a guest on KUOW and many others. She's also the author of the book Quitter: A memoir of drinking, relapse, and recovery.Listen to Seattle Nice podcastAbout host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly seattle podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego.Contact:Email: info@theweeklyseattle.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theweeklyseattle.com

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Political correspondent Ben Quinn talks about the forthcoming byelection in Clacton after all Reform's serious rivals declined to take part. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Climate Cabinet founder and executive director Caroline Spears joins Molly Wood to explain why some of the most important climate decisions in America are happening far below the level of Congress—in mayor's offices, public service commissions, land commissioner races, county commissions, state legislatures, and even obscure budget committees. They dig into how Climate Cabinet uses data science, AI, and on-the-ground intelligence to find and support overlooked state and local climate champions, and why data centers have suddenly become the hottest local energy-policy fight in the country.In this episode, we cover:Why state and local offices are often the real bottleneck for clean energy deploymentClimate Cabinet's “Moneyball” approach to climate politics: finding overlooked races and candidates with data science, AI, and local intelligenceThe climate power of local offices people may not think about, from municipal utility mayors and public service commissions to land commissioners, state legislatures, and budget committeesHow Climate Cabinet helps climate and clean-energy champions run, win, and govern with better policy support once they are in officeThe data center explosion: rising electricity demand, possible cost-shifting to families and businesses, opaque deals, and lawmakers signing NDAs with developers (yes, REALLY!)The big picture:The future of U.S. climate policy may depend less on the headline fights in Washington, D.C., and more on the overlooked people and rooms where energy, transportation, land use, housing, insurance, and infrastructure decisions actually get made.Links:Climate Cabinet: https://climatecabinet.org/Everybody in the Pool: https://www.everybodyinthepool.com/Subscribe to the Everybody in the Pool newsletter: https://www.mollywood.co/Become a member for the ad-free version of the show: https://everybodyinthepool.supercast.com/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/2EsDhwQC2z Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Tauranga residents are up in arms over NZTA's plan for a second toll point on the new Eastern Link. Drivers passing through the Pāpāmoa East Interchange would be charged $1.10, on top of the $2.30 already charged. A public meeting tomorrow's expected to be fiery. City Councillor Steve Morris says it's not fair for people living in Pāpāmoa East. "What's worse is that 80 cents out of that $1.10, according to NZTA, is going on transaction charges." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arizona State and Local Government Without the OverwhelmMost of us were expected to understand politics, government, voting, and local decisions once we became adults.​​But a lot of us were never actually taught how any of it works.​​Then adulting happened. Momming happened. Life got busy. And suddenly we are trying to raise families, make decisions, follow what is happening around us, and speak up for the things that matter, while quietly wondering if we are the only ones who feel behind.

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Denver is on the precipice of what could be a historic moment; the city's 30-year incumbent congresswoman, Diana DeGette, is facing a late surge in momentum from Democratic Socialists of America-backed challenger Melat Kiros. So what's real and what's fake in the final days leading up to primary? And could Kiros really win? Comedians and returning guests Joshua Emerson and Kate McLachlan join producer Paul Karolyi to dissect the spin coming from both campaigns and separate signal from noise. Plus, a wild astroturfing scandal in the CU Regents' race and all our wins and fails of the week! Plus, a bonus segment! City Cast Denver Neighbors get a special bonus segment about Joshua and Kate's shared history in Durango. They share their tips for anyone looking for a summer road trip destination. Don't miss our weekly Friday bonus segments and become a member today for just $10 per month. Sign up at membership.citycast.fm.  Paul talked about moderating the SD34 forum, the poll showing Kiros ahead, the NYC primary results, a UMS venue closing, and Wellington and Wilma Webb. Kate mentioned Bastien's and PS Lounge on Colfax.  For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm What do you think about astroturfing in local elections? Can you trust “the vibes”? We want to hear from you! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode: Energy Outreach Colorado Vail Wine Classic Denver Health Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise

Former Superior mayor Clint Folsom has owned Boulder student rentals for over three decades and led Superior through the Marshall Fire rebuild. He brings a perspective most Colorado investors will never get. Host Chris Lopez sits down with Clint to break down what’s actually moving in the CU Boulder student rental market. They walk through two live listings, a $915K five-bedroom south of campus and a $2.26M seven-bedroom duplex on University Hill, and run the gross rent multiplier math on each. Clint explains why GRM beats cap rate for student rentals and how the 2024 Colorado occupancy law change opened up bigger houses to more tenants legally. The conversation then shifts to the Marshall Fire, which destroyed roughly 1,100 structures in December 2021, including about 400 in Superior. Clint shares what he discovered when he audited his own policies in the aftermath, and why most Colorado landlords have two specific coverage gaps that could ruin them after a major loss. Whether you’re analyzing a Boulder rental, auditing your insurance policies, or thinking about how to get more involved locally, Clint’s experience offers a roadmap most Colorado investors never get. In This Episode We Cover: Why Boulder student rentals get priced per bedroom, not per square foot How the 2024 occupancy law change reshaped Colorado student housing When GRM beats cap rate for analyzing rental deals The two insurance gaps the Marshall Fire exposed in most rental policies Why you need 24 months of lost rent coverage, not 12 How Superior hit an 80% rebuild rate in 4 years Why real estate investors should engage in local government Watch the Youtube Video https://youtu.be/kYYVomtIymQ Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome and Clint Folsom intro01:58- Boulder market overview and Pine Brook Hills03:10 – CU Boulder student rental basics05:27 – 2024 Colorado occupancy law change07:21 – Boulder student housing price per bedroom09:10 – University Hill rent ranges per bedroom11:53 – GRM vs cap rate for student rentals13:32 – GRM walkthrough on two Boulder listings16:57 – Boulder rental licensing requirements18:25 – Buying a CU Boulder rental for your kid20:20- Marshall Fire recap, 1,100 structures lost22:39 – Landlord underinsurance lessons25:35- 24 months of lost rent coverage27:19- Marshall Fire rebuild, 80% in 4 years28:53 – FEMA coordinated debris removal33:42 – Home inspector to mayor of Superior38:49- Investors engaging in local government40:42 – Where to find Clint Folsom Links in Podcast Reach out to Clint Folsom: Folsom and Company Real Estate: https://www.folsomco.comClint Folsom on LinkedIn Clint Folsom on Facebook

Fluent Fiction - Danish: One Vote's Power: A Summer Day of Change and Hope Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-06-20-07-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Solen skinnede klart over byen, og sommerens blomster prydede vejene omkring det lokale afstemningssted.En: The sun shone brightly over the city, and the summer's flowers adorned the roads around the local polling station.Da: Farverige bannere vinkede blidt i brisen og lokkede vælgerne med.En: Colorful banners gently waved in the breeze, beckoning the voters.Da: Der var valg til byrådet, og Freja stod foran skolen, der denne dag fungerede som afstemningssted.En: There was an election for the city council, and Freja stood in front of the school, which was serving as a polling station that day.Da: Hun kiggede på de mange mennesker, der gik ind og ud, og hun følte en voksende nervøsitet.En: She looked at the many people going in and out, feeling a growing nervousness.Da: Freja var meget engageret i det lokale samfund.En: Freja was very engaged in the local community.Da: Hun arbejdede utrætteligt for miljøet og havde længe støttet den kandidat, der kæmpede for en grønnere by.En: She worked tirelessly for the environment and had long supported the candidate fighting for a greener city.Da: Hendes bedste ven, Mikkel, stod ved siden af hende.En: Her best friend, Mikkel, stood beside her.Da: Han så lidt ligeglad ud og stirrede på sin telefon.En: He looked a bit indifferent, staring at his phone.Da: Mikkel havde aldrig været særlig interesseret i politik, men han respekterede Frejas passion.En: Mikkel had never been particularly interested in politics, but he respected Freja's passion.Da: "Jeg ved ikke, om det gør en forskel," sagde Mikkel pludselig og brød stilheden.En: "I don't know if it makes a difference," said Mikkel suddenly, breaking the silence.Da: "Tror du virkelig, én stemme betyder noget?"En: "Do you really think one vote matters?"Da: Freja sukkede og så på sin ven med et fast blik.En: Freja sighed and looked at her friend with a determined gaze.Da: Hun vidste, hun skulle handle nu.En: She knew she had to act now.Da: Med et stærkt hjerte besluttede hun sig for at gøre noget dristigt.En: With a strong heart, she decided to do something bold.Da: Hun stillede sig op på en bænk udenfor og begyndte at tale til folkemængden.En: She stood up on a bench outside and began talking to the crowd.Da: "Hej alle sammen!En: "Hello everyone!Da: Jeg ved, det kan føles som om, en stemme ikke betyder noget.En: I know it can feel like one vote doesn't matter.Da: Men hver eneste stemme er vigtig!En: But every single vote is important!Da: Vi har chancen for at forbedre vores by, vores miljø, vores liv!En: We have the chance to improve our city, our environment, our lives!Da: Lad os tage det valg!"En: Let's make that choice!"Da: Folk begyndte at STOPPE op og lytte.En: People began to stop and listen.Da: Mikkels øjne blev store, og han så, hvordan Frejas ord rørte ved folks hjerter.En: Mikkel's eyes grew wide as he saw how Freja's words touched people's hearts.Da: Hans skepsis begyndte at vakle.En: His skepticism began to waver.Da: Freja fortsatte med at tale.En: Freja continued speaking.Da: Hun forklarede, hvordan hver stemme kunne være med til at forme byens fremtid.En: She explained how each vote could help shape the city's future.Da: Til sidst lagde hun vægt på, at dette var alles chance for at være med til at gøre en forskel.En: Finally, she emphasized that this was everyone's chance to contribute to making a difference.Da: Da hun trådte ned fra bænken, var der et øjebliks stilhed, der derefter blev brudt af klapsalver.En: As she stepped down from the bench, there was a moment of silence, followed by applause.Da: Mikkel så på Freja, og noget ændrede sig i hans øjne.En: Mikkel looked at Freja, and something changed in his eyes.Da: "Okay, du har overbevist mig," sagde han med et lille smil.En: "Okay, you've convinced me," he said with a small smile.Da: "Jeg går ind og stemmer nu."En: "I'm going in to vote now."Da: Der var en følelse af fornyet håb, da Freja og Mikkel gik ind i afstemningsstedet sammen.En: There was a feeling of renewed hope as Freja and Mikkel entered the polling station together.Da: Timer senere, da stemmerne blev talt op, blev det annonceret, at miljøkandidaten havde vundet med en smal margin.En: Hours later, when the votes were counted, it was announced that the environmental candidate had won by a narrow margin.Da: Freja og Mikkel fejrede, deres indsats havde allerede gjort en forskel.En: Freja and Mikkel celebrated; their efforts had already made a difference.Da: Mikkel indså, hvordan hans stemme havde betydet noget, og han lovede sig selv at holde sig informeret om de lokale emner i fremtiden.En: Mikkel realized how his vote had mattered, and he promised himself to stay informed about local issues in the future.Da: Hans perspektiv var forandret, og han mente nu, at aktiv deltagelse i samfundet var vigtig.En: His perspective had changed, and he now believed that active participation in the community was important.Da: I denne lille sommerby, blandt farverige bannere og blomstrende blomster, var der sket en forandring, starten på en mere engageret fremtid for både Freja, Mikkel og deres samfund.En: In this small summer town, among colorful banners and blooming flowers, a change had occurred, the start of a more engaged future for both Freja, Mikkel, and their community. Vocabulary Words:shone: skinnedeadorned: prydedebanners: bannerebeckoning: lokkedepolling: afstemningsstedindifferent: ligegladdetermined: fastbold: dristigtbriskly: brisktcontribute: bidrageapplause: klapsalverengaged: engagerettirelessly: utrætteligtgreener: grønneresigh: sukkedegaze: blikbench: bænkmistrust: skepsisemphasized: lagde vægt pårenewed: fornyetmargin: marginrealized: indsåperspective: perspektivblooming: blomstrendeoccurred: sketinformed: holdt sig informeretconvinced: overbevistvote: stemmeflickered: gyngedeannounced: annonceret

After a week of technical difficulties, we're catching up on everything we missed. We dive into a heated Spurs vs. Knicks Finals reaction, the Brunson MVP debate, and local Vegas comedians that can make it. We also talk about the "nepotism" era of the NBA, the reality of moving overseas for a better life, and a deep dive into the recent local elections and why "establishment" politics keep winning. Plus, our take on the viral Carmelo Anthony case out of Texas. #Views7Network #VegasPodcast #NBAFinals #SpursVsKnicks #LocalPolitics #PodcastHighlights Timestamps: 00:00:15 – The "Cool Uncle" at the Gym 00:11:40 – Nepotism in the NBA: The Bronny & Boozer Era 00:18:25 – Vegas Local Scene: Lip Lock & Laugh of Trash 00:24:45 – The State of Comedy: Missing the "Scary Movie" Era 00:35:20 – Spurs vs. Knicks Finals Heat & Ticket Price Debate 00:55:10 – The OG Anunoby vs. Jalen Brunson MVP Debate 01:07:55 – Moving to Vietnam for a Better Life? 01:23:45 – The "Modern" Job Hunt & Amazon Saga 01:35:50 – Local Politics: "Group Think" vs. The Establishment 02:04:10 – The Carmelo Anthony (Texas) Case Breakdown

A new political era may be taking shape in the nation's capital after voters selected Janeese Lewis George as the Democratic nominee for mayor and Robert White as the Democratic nominee for D.C. delegate to Congress. Their victories come as the city faces major budget challenges and an ongoing fight for statehood. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The rapid proliferation of plans to build large data centers across the USA is a massive story with major consequences. So today, Caroline Gleich talks about what is happening in Utah and beyond; getting attacked by ‘Mr. Wonderful' on national TV; and more. We also discuss her experience running for U.S. Senate, and why we need more good people to get involved in local politics.Note: We Want to Hear From You!We'd love for you to share with us the stories or topics you'd like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. Email us at: info@blisterreview.com RELATED LINKS:BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredSee our Updated Mtn Bike Buyer's GuideEnter Our Free Weekly Gear GiveawaysRESOURCES:Patagonia Action WorksErin Brockovich Data Center SiteVote411.orgBallotReady.org Local Journalism!TOPICS & TIMES:Caroline's Background (2:54)The Data Center Debate (9:10)Utah's Data Center Controversy (16:13)Environmental & Community Impacts of Data Centers (20:43)The AI Arms Race and Its Implications (24:16)What is Real “Progress”? (30:53)Where to Find Facts, Not Misinformation? (35:35)What can be done right now in Utah? (44:26)Caroline's Experience of Running for Senate (45:59)The Promise of Local Politics (54:36)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Burnham may have a route back to Westminster – and a path to the Labour leadership. But first the Greater Manchester mayor must win a byelection in Makerfield, where Nigel Farage has vowed Reform UK will ‘throw absolutely everything' at the contest. Lucy Hough speaks to the Guardian's north of England correspondent Hannah al-Othman, who has been talking to voters in the constituency. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus