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Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Matt Koesters didn't come to electoral reform through theory. He came to it by watching it happen. As a reporter in southern Indiana, he covered a sheriff's race where the winner needed just 37.7 percent of the vote, because the majority split its support between two candidates. The result reshaped local politics almost overnight. When a crowded 2016 presidential primary field divided support in much the same way, Matt recognized the pattern.Today Matt leads Fortify Democracy, an organization focused on the structural root causes of our political dysfunction. His premise is one Wilk has been circling for years: if the same bad outcomes keep showing up no matter who's in office, it's worth asking what the system is rewarding. In this conversation, the two walk through how partisan primaries and pick-one voting shape candidate behavior, why so many Americans have quietly checked out, and what a better set of incentives could look like.Key Themes•        Vote splitting isn't a fluke. It's built in. Under plurality voting, a candidate with a consolidated base can beat several similar candidates who divide the majority between them. Matt traces the pattern from a county sheriff's race to a presidential primary, where early wins came with pluralities in the 20s and 30s.•        Pick-one voting drives the two-party system. Matt explains Duverger's Law and why most people use their single vote strategically—to stop the side they fear most rather than support the candidate they actually prefer. Wilk shares what that has looked like for him as a conservative voter who has repeatedly felt he was choosing the lesser of two evils.•        Primaries reward the edges. With so many districts safely red or blue, the primary is often the real election. That means candidates cater to the most motivated voters, avoid crossing party leadership, and guard against getting outflanked. Matt compares the result to a pendulum that swings harder every cycle.•        Negativity is a rational strategy under the current rules. When the general election is a binary choice, you don't have to be good. You just have to be less disliked than the other candidate. That, Matt argues, is a big reason our political discourse feels the way it does.•        Approval voting changes the math. Let voters choose as many candidates as they like, and whoever gets the most approval wins. Suddenly, attacking an opponent risks alienating voters who might have supported you both. Wilk connects this to a deeper point: when people fold politics into their identity, an attack on their candidate feels like an attack on them.•        Checking out isn't always apathy. Matt points to high numbers of Americans who identify as independents or want a viable third option, and argues that sitting out can be a rational response to a system that offers no real choice. Give people candidates who represent them and have a real path to winning, and they come back.Takeaways•        When the same bad outcomes keep repeating, look at the system producing them, not just the people inside it.•        Politicians respond to incentives. If we want candidates who build coalitions instead of tearing each other down, the rules have to reward that.•        Walking away from politics isn't always indifference. For many people, it's a response to having no good options.•        Solutions deserve as much attention as problems. Approval voting won't fix everything, but it's worth understanding—and worth talking about with people who see politics differently than you do.About Matt KoestersMatt Koesters is the founder and president of Fortify Democracy, a Cincinnati-based organization he launched in 2025 to address the structural root causes of dysfunction in America's electoral system. An award-winning former journalist, Matt covered local and state government and politics for daily newspapers before working in public affairs at the University of Cincinnati and in strategic communications at Rasor, a Cincinnati agency.Learn more about and connect with Matt Koesters:Website: https://www.fortifydemocracy.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fortify-democracy/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579298361939X (Twitter): https://x.com/FortifyDmcrcy_____________________________________________________________________________________AllSides Student Journalism Award application process is open now!AllSides, a national leader in balanced news and media bias ratings, is awarding three students with Five Hundred Dollars for reporting on all sides of an issue. It's open to any student in any type of school, grades K through 16. Deadline to submit is December 31st.

Governor Dan McKee joins Gene Valicenti in studio for the first time since losing the Democratic Primary for Governor. Gene asks him for his post election thoughts and what is next for him in the coming months.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For most races in Wyoming, the Primary Election is it.  In years past, that's the case for Wyoming Governor's mansion also.  But not this year.  Rebecca Bextel is mounting a third-party challenge to Eric Barlow.  While she was in Sheridan for a few campaign events, I sat down with her during today's edition of Cowboy State Politics Live. It's been a while since I played an episode of the Live program on the podcast, so I thought today I would play the whole thing for you.  Ken and I also discussed the Star Plunge in Thermopolis and why that's turned into a giant mess. Who could have foreseen that the government getting involved in business would turn out that way? Also, we spent some time at the top of the show going over Cyrus Western, Eric Barlow and Mark Gordon's completely disingenuous praise for the EPA's recent ruling.

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Lura Forcum returns to talk about a word that's everywhere in politics right now: purity test. Her recent USA Today op-ed argues that the Democratic Socialists of America have pulled the Democratic Party further left, and Wilk and Lura use that as a jumping-off point to dig into something people on both sides of the aisle will recognize: why political parties keep drifting toward their most extreme edges instead of the center.The conversation moves through Minnesota's record primary turnout, the DFL's shrinking influence against a rising DSA, and a line from the current Trump administration — that the president answers to Republicans, not the country — that Lura says marks a real break from how American politics used to operate. Underneath all of it is the same mechanism: purity tests turn political parties into something closer to gangs than coalitions. Pass the test, or you're out, regardless of what you actually believe.But this isn't just a diagnosis. Lura shares how she personally engages politically without becoming a partisan cheerleader — voting in primaries she isn't excited about, being upfront about which candidates disappoint her, and finding other voters willing to hold that same honest, non-cheerleading stance. Wilk and Lura agree that a healthy civic culture has to be modeled from the ground up, since parties have little incentive to dial back tribal loyalty on their own.Key Themes●       Purity tests turn political parties into something closer to gangs than coalitions — you pass the test or you're out, regardless of what you actually believe.●       Tribalism, not any single policy fight, is the real threat. A psychological switch flips once “our side” becomes identity rather than ideas — old wiring reasserting itself in modern politics.●       Political parties benefit from tribal loyalty, so there's little incentive from the top to dial it back. A healthier civic culture has to be modeled from the ground up, not handed down.●       Real change starts small: Lura describes voting in primaries she's not excited about, being upfront about which candidates disappoint her, and finding other voters willing to hold the same honest, non-cheerleading stance.●       Building something together across difference — not just disagreeing more politely — is what actually shifts a civic culture.Takeaways●       You don't have to pick a side entirely to participate. Disagreeing with your own party on some issues doesn't make you a traitor to it.●       Show up to primaries. Low-turnout primaries are exactly where purity-test politics gets its power.●       Find people, even a small group, willing to say “this worries me too” without it turning into partisan warfare — that's where a healthier civic culture starts.●       Learn more about Lura's work at her newsletter, How to Human, or connect with her on LinkedIn.About Lura ForcumLura Forcum, Ph.D., is a social psychologist, writer, and strategic advisor whose work focuses on political tribalism, polarization, and civic culture — how identity and belonging shape the way people engage, or disengage, with politics. She previously served as president of the Independent Center and now advises organizations working to strengthen civic engagement. She sits on the board of advisors for the Pro Human Foundation, writes the newsletter How to Human, and co-hosts the podcast We Made This Political.Learn more and connect with Lura Forcum:Website: https://luraforcum.substack.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luraforcum/Podcast: https://wemadethispolitical.substack.com/AllSides Student Journalism Award application process is open now!AllSides, a national leader in balanced news and media bias ratings, is awarding three students with Five Hundred Dollars for reporting on all sides of an issue. It's open to any student in any type of school, grades K through 16. Deadline to submit is December 31st.

Send us Fan MailRhode Island Primary Results: An Affordability Referendum, Not Just an Anti-Incumbent WaveBill Bartholomew breaks down Rhode Island's primary results and argues the night was driven by one central issue: affordability. He connects the outcomes in the governor's race, Providence mayor's race, and local council contests to a broader rejection of leaders who seemed disconnected from the lived reality of rising housing costs, broken communication, and political inauthenticity.He also looks at how the Democratic Party has shifted, why progressives and anti-establishment candidates surged, and what the results may mean for the general election and the next generation of Rhode Island leadership.Key topicsThe night's three big takeaways: bad night for incumbents, great night for progressives, and a statewide referendum on the affordability crisisWhy Bill sees Helena Foulkes' win over Dan McKee as the culmination of a long political and messaging collapse around the Washington BridgeHow McKee's handling of the bridge crisis became a symbol of a broader disconnect between state government and everyday Rhode IslandersWhy Providence mayor Brett Smiley and other incumbents were overwhelmed by voters who wanted immediate action on rent and housingThe role of rent stabilization in Providence as a vehicle for much bigger frustration about housing costs, gaslighting, and feeling unheardHow local, hyper-specific issues like grocery store covenants, ward races, and neighborhood frustration added up into a bigger anti-incumbent shiftThe collapse of establishment-backed and Trojan horse conservative efforts in Democratic primaries, which Bill says failed because they lacked authenticityWhy Sabina Matos survived the lieutenant governor primary and how local issue work, like grocery access, may have matteredThe implications of the primary for the Republican side, including Ken Block, John Laughlin, and Victor MellerThe larger structural change in Rhode Island politics, from the old machine to a new, unsettled power landscapeTimestamps00:00 - The bottom line on Rhode Island primary night 00:59 - Why Bill waited to process the results before reacting 01:28 - Helena Foulkes' long runway back into politics 02:26 - The Washington Bridge as the defining issue for McKee 03:51 - Why this was a deliberate shift, not an accident 04:49 - Providence turnout and the impact of mobilized voting 05:45 - Affordability as the state's defining crisis 06:37 - Why the governor's race became impossible to win without a clearer strategy 08:12 - The communication failures that hurt McKee 09:36 - What the Republican field may or may not become 10:28 - Why Providence turnout signaled trouble for Smiley 11:20 - Rent control as a symptom of a much larger housing crisis 13:02 - Local council losses and the punishment of anti-rent vote behavior 14:19 - Why the conservative primary strategy collapsed 15:29 - Feeling gaslit about housing, education, energy, and infrastructure 16:35 - “Get small” and the rise of local organizing 17:21 - Kim Ahern's win and the role of coalition strength 18:11 - The lieutenant governor race and why Sabina Matos survived 20:02 - Why John Laughlin may make the LG race more competitive, but not simple 21:32 - Grocery store covenants and hyperlocal issue politics 22:47 - The Morales victory party and the sense of collective rejection 23:57 - Why the Providence rent fight became a referendum on being heard 24:41 - What should have happened between the city and mayor's office 25:47 - Why the ordinance details mattered less than the feeling of exclusion 27:45 - Why the “socialism” framing misses the actual story 29:03 - Rhode Island's old political machine and what replaced it 30:37 - Victor Meller's dominant showing in CD2 32:07 - Age, leadership, and who actually runs the world now 33:34 - Why voters rejected fake, prepackaged politics 35:13 - The election as a populist correction to out-of-touch leadership 36:21 - Rent increases, housing pressure, and the lack of real debate 37:42 - What losing candidates should reflect on now 39:28 - Coalition shifts across races 40:02 - The post-machine political universe in Rhode Island 41:06 - Why this was also a generational referendum Support the showFollow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

When K'Ehleyr shows up with a son Worf didn't know he had, Sarah sits in judgement of all y'all mad about Strange New Worlds soap opera episode. But when K'mpec, leader of the Klingon Empire is poisoned, Picard is chosen to preside over the Primary Election -- and determine which of the candidates murdered K'mpec: Gorwon or Duras. Visit our website at humanisttrek.com Support the show at patreon.com/humanisttrek Pick up your merch at humanisttrek.com/merch Support our show by visiting our sponsors & partners: Modiphius | UnderOutfit Socials: Bluesky Mastodon Discord YouTube Thanks to Star Trek Avatar Creation & Starfleet Officer maker by @marci_bloch

Jason Pizatella talks about the potential for major building projects. WV Secretary of State Kris Warner reviews the 2026 Primary Election. Hoppy stops by and Political Commentary Andrew Donaldson joins the show to discuss the possible Morrisey vs. Justice campaign. 

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Our guest today is Sergio Arellano. Sergio is the Chairman of the Arizona Republican Party, a U.S. Army combat veteran, public servant, and business leader. His career spans veterans' advocacy, government, grassroots organizing, and political leadership, with a focus on strengthening communities and civic engagement. 1) Bringing the Republican Party together may have never been a bigger challenge than it is now, leading up to the 2026 Primary Election. What is your strategy for bringing unity to the State GOP? 2) You have said that the Arizona Republican Party is going to engage voters like never before. What does that look like on the ground, and what are you doing differently in 2026? 3) You've also said that listening is the most important part of effective communication. You've been listening to the grassroots and the boots on the ground across Arizona—what are they telling you? Are Republican voters energized, or are efforts to discourage and divide them having an impact? 4) While gun rights are fundamentally a nonpartisan issue, the reality is that elections have a direct impact on the policies that protect or restrict them. What is at stake for Second Amendment rights in Arizona in this election? 5) Let's talk about the Republican slate Arizona voters will see this November. What do you believe these candidates offer Arizona, and what is your case to Independent voters who may not identify with either political party? 6) For conservative voters who want to see these candidates succeed in November, what can they do between now and Election Day to make their voices heard and participate effectively? 7) How do people follow your work? Originally Aired 9.2.26

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The races for November are set. Democratic Sen. Ed Markey fended off a challenger and Republican businessman Mike Minogue won the Republican primary for the governor's race.

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September 1, 2026: 7am — Some Republicans worry midterm convention could backfire To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chloe Akers is the Founder and CEO of the Best of Tennessee, "is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a more representative government because Tennesseans deserve leaders who reflect the priorities and values of the communities they serve." Chloe joins host Steve Boland to talk about the work of nonprofits to encourage participation in primary elections as a means to impacting government support of nonprofit missions. Chloe shared the history of the Best of Tennessee making the decision to build participation at the primary level because in a post-gerrymander world where districts are now intentionally structured to exclude competitive general elections. Chloe shows how increased participation in primary elections is a more impactful option for charities seeking to engage government partners in their issues. The Best of Tennessee ran several advertising campaigns (display ads, streaming video, social media) to help potential voters understand the importance of primary campaigns especially compared to the non-competitive gerrymandered general election. The range of messages is part of the strategy. While the Best of Tennessee is a 501 (c) 4 nonprofit, 501 (c) 3 nonprofits are absolutely allowed to encourage people to vote in primary elections, just be aware of prohibitions of advocating for specific candidates or parties. Get more details on how to subscribe on our podcast page. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or your platform of choice. Thanks!

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(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about a recent vote update from the Division of Elections on last Tuesday's primary, and how there are more votes left to count, as well as the fast approaching August 31 withdrawal deadline.

Today on the show, we share some takeaways from last week's primary election; we hear how commuters on Teton Pass are looking for ways to make the steep and sometimes deadly highway safer; and we talk to the author of Wyoming Public Media's inaugural book club pick. Those stories and more.Love WPR's reporting? Sign up for our newsletters to get our stories delivered right to your inbox here: http://bit.ly/4dzuaq1

Today on I'm Glad You Said That, I get to chat with my longtime friend, the inimitable Suzanne Downing with the The Alaska Story.We'll do some digesting of the recent primary election and hope to not get mental indigestion.There is a lot to be alarmed about but the Primary, as someone once said, is pre-season. We're now in the Super Bowl. Let's be wise.Support the show

GOP gubernatorial nominee Marsha Blackburn sits down with Brandon Lewis of The Tennessee Conservative to discuss her plans for Tennessee — including closing Republican primaries, addressing taxpayer-funded education for illegal immigrants, reforming corporate incentives & making Tennessee America's conservative leader. Lewis commented about the interview, “It's my intention to help get our Republican nominee across the finish line.  The primaries are over - and it's time for Grassroots Conservatives to get in gear for our party's candidate.”

Unpack the dramatic South Carolina primary runoff results!

Unpack the wild South Carolina primary runoff election!

Unpack the dramatic South Carolina primary runoff results!

Unpack the dramatic South Carolina primary runoff results! Discover how a unique coalition of Democrat crossover funding, the Lindsey Graham machine, and Donald Trump's endorsement tipped the scales for Darlene Graham over conservative Ralph Norman. We explore media reach, state political machine dynamics, and what this high-stakes race means for the future of conservative policy!

Deep-dive into the wild South Carolina primary election results! Discover how a bizarre trifecta of big-money Democrat donors, the Lindsey Graham machine, and Donald Trump joined forces to shake up the race. We break down the historic crossover funding, the fight for conservative representation, and why the battle for the future of the party is far from over!

Unpack the dramatic South Carolina primary runoff results! Discover how a unique coalition of Democrat crossover cash, the Lindsey Graham machine, and Donald Trump's endorsement tipped the scales for Darlene Graham over conservative Ralph Norman. We explore the media signal divide, state political Machine dynamics, and what this high-stakes race means for the future of conservative policy!

Break down the latest political drama surrounding Donald Trump's executive order on election integrity and federal voter rolls!

Joyce talks about: Trump endorsed candidates Darline Graham and Mike Mazzei win GOP primary elections. Meta settles child safety lawsuit over addictive practices. Agrees to pay $18 billion and limit app usage for teens.Three security service officials allegedly put on leave following misconduct probe. Could this be in relation to the leak of President Trump's whereabouts to the media in Turkey last month? Several products including toilet paper, will reportedly see a price increase as trade war continues with Canada. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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August 22 2026; 9am: Last night at a campaign rally in Myrtle Beach, President Trump conceded that voters may not be very enthusiastic about this year's midterm elections, but encouraged them to "pretend" he's on the ballot. This comes as three more Trump-endorsed candidates lost this week in Republican primaries in Florida and Wyoming. According to MS NOW's "Races to Watch," one of the best pickup opportunities for Senate Democrats is in Maine. Troy Jackson joins “The Weekend” to discuss his bid against Senator Susan Collins. For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnow TikTok: @theweekendmsnow To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 19, 2026: 7am — U.S. Senate nominee Angie Nixon (D-FL) joins Morning Joe  To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 19, 2026: 6am — U.S.-Iran negotiations remain at impasse To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trump's primary endorsement record held strong in last night's primaries as the socialists look to make their final move! Some big loses last night for the dems! Trump speaking today from the White House, gave an update on Canada trade deal as well as his next HUGE meeting with a foreign leader!Sponsor:My PillowWww.MyPillow.com/johnSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Florida is conducting a primary election to pick Governor Ron DeSantis's conservative successor. President Trump's choice, Representative Byron Donalds, leads in the polls. Opposing him, political newcomer James Fishback leads a young, online centric and anti-Israel platform. Meanwhile, the Left coalition continues its reckoning with Woke, reordering to capture populist, pro-Gaza, and anticapitalist energy. Plus, backlash against Big Tech: data centers, Flock cameras, and more!Recommended:Subaru Socialists and the Great DisappointedThe Summer That America Became a Nation of Luddites This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit claremontinstitute.substack.com/subscribe

August 19, 2026: 5am — Trump says U.S. has no talks planned with Iran  To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A look at primary results in key states like Florida and Alaska. Also, dangerous summer heat being felt across the South. Plus, updates in the death of star Hayden Panettiere, with her mother speaking out. And, an iconic era in music comes to an end as Columbia House shuts down after 71 years of operation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 18, 2026: 7am — IRS warns seniors of new scams fueled by A.I.  To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 18, 2026: 5 am — Trump threatens Oman as it works with Iran on strait deal  To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today's episode of “Predictable w/ Stu,” Stu Burguiere previews tomorrow's primary elections in Florida, Alaska and Wyoming and points out where to find some of the few remaining value opportunities as we near the end of the primary election season. Then, Stu examines how the polling in the Wisconsin Democratic Gubernatorial nomination primary went so wrong and where the prediction markets picked up the slack. And Stu goes through a couple investments that he kinda likes involving Pedro Pascal's Oscar nomination chances and President Trump's potential next press secretary.

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August 12, 2026: 8am — U.S. fires on ship breaking its blockade of Iranian ports  To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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On this episode of “Predictable w/ Stu,” Stu Burguiere previews tomorrow's upcoming primary elections in Wisconsin, South Carolina, Minnesota, Vermont and Connecticut and pinpoints the markets where the most value can be found for prediction market investors. Then, Stu looks at corporate earnings calls and how they fit into the world of prediction markets. Plus, an exclusive look at how premium Predictable subscribers are gaining major advantages in the markets using Stu's Picks!

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On this episode of “Predictable w/ Stu,” Stu Burguiere breaks down last night's rollercoaster primary election for Senate in Michigan and details the stunning investment victory that will forever be known as “The Haley Hail Mary!” Then, Stu bares his soul on ALL of his picks and positions from the momentous night. Plus, basketball stars Sophie Cunningham and Steph Curry are the basis for a new edition of, “Here's One I Kinda Like!”

August 5, 2026: Michigan AG won't attend state Democratic convention To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of “Predictable w/ Stu”, Stu Burguiere previews tomorrow's primary elections in Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Virginia and Washington and identifies the biggest value opportunities for savvy investors. Then, a look at the box office dominance of “Spider-man: Brand New Day” and how the markets are reacting to the massive blockbuster hit. And Stu highlights a few questions and comments from the Predictable paid subscriber tier from last night's live chat.

August 3, 2026: 8am — El-Sayed, Stevens make final push in Michigan Senate primary To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.