Podcasts about state politics

Rep Dwayne Yunker is new to State Politics, although he's served as a city councilor in Grants Pass, Oregon. He talks frankly with us about the problems, the craziness, and everything in between.

Secretary of State Chuck Gray joins the program to talk about Gordon removing public notice money for the 50% tax reduction ballot initiative.  Is the legislature black-listing emails from constituents?  Slithers and Dennis claim that legislators can go dig them out of the junk or quarantine file.  But who does this???  That and lots more!

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live November 13

Florida's race for governor is about to get a lot more interesting. Southeast Politics Publisher Janelle Irwin-Taylor breaks down what we can expect from Collins and Deming and their influence on the race. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florida's race for governor is about to get a lot more interesting. Southeast Politics Publisher Janelle Irwin-Taylor breaks down what we can expect from Collins and Deming and their influence on the race.

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live.  An article in the Free Press claims that it is conservatives who are the new snowflakes and not the left.  There is a difference between capitalism and cancelling; and when you are in a position of public trust some of the rules are different.  After all, parents have a right to know who is spending 8 hours a day with their children.  That, and a bunch more.

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live from October 9.  There's a deal in the Hamas War, Spying on members of Congress and Senator Cheri Steinmetz called in to talk about her trip to Israel

How will the federal government shutdown be felt in Madison? Well, it's too early to know for sure, but the City Cast Madison team discusses how local officials are bracing for the impact. Host Bianca Martin is joined this week by executive producer Hayley Sperling and newsletter editor Rob Thomas. They also break down the latest in the race for governor and its impact on local races, and how Middleton's beloved Chinese-American restaurant might find new life.  Mentioned on the show: Who's running for Wisconsin governor [City Cast Madison]SoulFolk Collective tells Black Madison's stories [City Cast Madison] Test your Madison street name knowledge [City Cast Madison]

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live October 2

Matthew Abraham was in the studio to rate the spin of the week with David & Jonno. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first episode of While We're At It, Cameron Sexton joins in to talk about his work as a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives and Speaker of the state House.

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live from September 18.

James Skoufis, New York State Senator (D - 42nd District), talks about his bill that would regulate the live events ticketing industry, plus shares why he agrees with Zohran Mamdani's petition to FIFA to improve consumers' ticket-buying experience for the men's World Cup, which will be in the US next year.

U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis joins the program to reflect on the life of Charlie Kirk, the September 11th attack and to share what's going on in the United States Senate.

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live September 4

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live August 28.  Reaction to the Gail Symons podcast.  Eric Barlow has to resign his chairmanship and a federal judge in Wyoming has dismissed the UW sorority lawsuit because he's not a biologist and can't define what a woman is.  You can't make this stuff up!

Cell Phone Bans Buck State Politics: Kansas Must Move Next | Mundo Clip 8-25-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live Aug 21

The race for the Governor's chair is filling up. Who's in and who gets DJT's endorsement? Plus, will Lindsey Graham face a significant challenger for the U.S. Senate? And a lowcountry school is in hot water over a recent hiring. Why are parents (rightfully) upset?

Recap of The World According to Ogden.  He was up until the wee hours of the morning trying to defend his record.  "Trying" is the operative word.  It's pretty hard to defend voting against a bill that would have allowed your doctor to prescribe Ivermectin and Hydroxychloroquine when you obtained some for your own family.  Interview with U.S. Rep Harriet Hageman and much much more.

Vincent and Joel sit down with guest - candidate in South Carolina's 2026 Governor's race - Republican Josh Kimbrell. They discuss the importance of State institutions, an insider's look at the brutality of State Politics, updates on State policy, his vision for the future of South Carolina, and his background in politics!In Bourbon Briefs hear about the hot Governor's race in South Carolina, Ralph Norman's announcement, Nancy Mace's latest messaging, Senator Wes Climer's bid for Congress, possible tax changes, and much more!Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand the rationale behind some of the legislature's most controversial bills. Join Senators Sheheen and Lourie in this week's episode where they take a deeper look at upcoming legislation and lawmakers' actions in S.C.  Support the showKeep up to Date with BITBR: Twitter.com/BITBRpodcastFacebook.com/BITBRpodcasthttps://bourboninthebackroom.buzzsprout.com

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live August 7.  The closing of 8 Wyoming newspapers.  Why the media is failing and where they went wrong.  That, and much much more.

Speaker of the Wyoming House, Chip Neiman joins the program for a wide ranging interview.  The explosive minerals committee meeting, if he is going to run for governor and much more.

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live for July 24.  The Dignity Act is just a fancy way of saying amnesty.  AI and where we are going with it.  Former Rep Mark Baker joins the program.

In this episode of The Selling Greenville Podcast, host Stan McCune sits down with Stephen Frank, a first-term member of the South Carolina House of Representatives, for an eye-opening discussion about the real connection between state politics and life in Greenville. Together, Stan and Representative Frank dive into major issues shaping our state and region—from housing affordability and infrastructure investments to economic development and local business growth. They explore how legislation passed at the State House affects everything from real estate values to job opportunities, roads, and even neighborhood development here in the Upstate. Stephen also shares his personal journey from Columbia to the Capitol, what motivated him to serve in public office, and what he sees as the top priorities for South Carolina's future. Throughout the conversation, they highlight the often-overlooked link between state-level decisions and the local real estate market.

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live July 17

Shocking Audio from the Management Audit Committee.  State Government Department of Audit Employee calls his job "A JOKE!" This is a must listen to episode!

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live June 26 Special Guest Rep Tom Kelly

The owner will close or sell Outside of a Dog Books and Games this summer. Mike Phelan shares why his family is leaving South Dakota.

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live June 19.  The Democrats must denounce all of the No Kings Protests.  Trump has the largest spike in wages since 1969.  Who is the Shah of Iran?

Public dollars. Private schools. Political firestorms. In this episode, Kevin talks with long-time school choice advocate John Schilling about what happens when education funding follows the student instead of the system. They dig into the proposed federal scholarship tax credit: what it is, who it helps, and why supporters say it's about opportunity—not ideology. Opponents fear it's the beginning of the end for public schools. Advocates say it's already helping students, especially those in underserved communities. From Florida's model programs to Washington's sharp divisions, this conversation reveals how political will, policy design, and real family needs are shaping the future of school choice. If education is supposed to be about students, then maybe the money should be too. This might be what you want to know. What You'll Learn 01:30 – Why John Got Into School Choice 04:30 – State Politics vs. Federal Legislation 07:30 – What Is a Federal Tax Credit for Education? 09:00 – Florida as a School Choice Success Story 10:30 – How Federal Credits Could Expand Access Nationwide 12:00 – Will This Hurt or Help Public Schools? 15:00 – Research on Outcomes for Scholarship Students 16:30 – Can We Take the Politics Out of Education? 19:30 – What's Next for the Legislation? Go Deeper with John Schilling

You've probably seen it on the news - a shakeup in the Tasmanian Parliament. So what's really going down in the Apple Isle?Jack Milroy joins Stephen Donnelly to unpack the events and actors surrounding the no-confidence vote in Liberal Premier Jeremy Rockliff. Was it the new AFL Stadium, the budget, or simply the Opposition spotting an opportunity? And in a system where major parties increasingly cede ground to crossbenchers - are snap elections the new normal?Since recording, an election has been called for July 19, and Michelle O'Byrne has announced that she will retire from politics at the next election.Mentioned in the show: The Hare Clark System CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Start03:12 Background16:15 Day of the Vote35:10 What Happens Next?Support the showNew episodes every Friday. If you like the show, rate and review us on your favourite podcast app. Follow Us on Socials: Facebook (https://tr.ee/9jGIOy)Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sociallydemocratic)LinkedIn (https://tr.ee/YxyYJh)Twitter (https://x.com/SocialDemPod)Bluesky (https://tr.ee/EqdapC)YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@DunnStreet) The presenting sponsor of the Socially Democratic podcast is Dunn Street. For more information on how Dunn Street can help you organise to build winning campaigns in your community, business or organisation, and make the world a better place, look us up at: dunnstreet.com.au

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live June 12.  Interview with U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman.  Repeal of the FACE Act.  Why is the left is reaching out to sports casters?  Because they have nothing left!

Replay - Cowboy State Politics June 5

Opportunities for Democrats in Red StatesIn this episode of Lean to the Left's Dixie Dems, host Bob Gatty of South Carolina is joined by Arthur Hill of North Carolina, Robert Thompson of Georgia, and special guest Dan Schaefer. Schaefer, who previously ran for Missouri State House and plans a 2026 run, discusses his motivations, key issues like women's rights and labor unions, and the influence of political corruption. What are opportunities for Democrats in red states? This no-holds-barred conversation provides some answers.The conversation touches on the challenges of running as a Democrat in a predominantly Republican state, the importance of grassroots organization, and key issues like women's rights, labor, political corruption, and political communication. The hosts also discuss the state of the Democratic Party and strategies to counteract Republican messaging and the corruption that is prevalent within the GOP and Trump White House.The conversation turns to Democratic strategies and the importance of local activism. Don't miss insights from this monthly feature of the Lean to the Left podcast.CHANNELS:00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement01:04 Meet Dan Schaefer: Background and Political Journey03:09 Missouri's Political Landscape and Challenges07:31 The Role of Communication in Politics15:13 Democratic Party Strategies and Challenges24:29 Blame Game and Federal Judges25:24 Tariffs and Technology28:52 Women's Rights and Personal Stories32:02 Labor Unions and Workers' Rights38:07 Political Bribery and Corruption41:26 State Politics and Upcoming Elections

On Tuesday's show: The Texas Legislature was busy this weekend, passing bills in what is now the final week of the regular legislative session. Reporter Andrew Schneider walks us through developments in Austin over the last 72 hours.Also this hour: The current session of the Texas Legislature is nearly finished. State lawmakers only meet for 140 days every two years. Is that really enough time to administer state law, and could that ever change?Then, we revisit a question we asked you last year: does Houston need a new "big honkin' thing" to help seal our identity? You know, a major landmark like so many other major cities have, and Houston had for so long with the Astrodome?And we revisit a 2023 conversation with filmmaker and Houston native Nell Teare about her movie Bolivar, which will be screened and discussed May 30 at River Oaks Theatre. The film is based on memories of family trips to the beach on Bolivar Peninsula.

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live May 23

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live May 16.  Interview with Gubernatorial Candidate Joseph Kibler.

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live May 15

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live May 9

Today on the show, two conservative women started with similar beliefs about abortion. Then they got pregnant, and their beliefs shifted. We hear from a non-profit that tracks federal election spending. They found Wyoming's D.C. hopefuls get almost all of their campaign funding from out of state. And we'll join a conversation exploring some of our misguided stereotypes about rural America. Those stories and more...

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live May 8

Happy Communist Day!!  Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live May 1

In Hour 1 of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Marc reviews President Trump's first 100 days in office, evaluating his border policy, media coverage, and early achievements. Then, he reacts to the resignation of Bill Owens from 60 Minutes following editing controversies in a Kamala Harris interview, raising concerns about media bias. Kim St. Onge joins for Kim on a Whim to discuss a troubling trend of public indecency in Seattle's Denny Blaine Park, the city's unusual response, and the broader societal implications. The hour wraps with a sharp look at state politics, including criticism of JB Pritzker and progressive policies in Illinois, California, and Washington.

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live April 23

Interview with Rep Tony Locke.  Property Taxes and the Rocky Mountain Power rate hike.

The conversation covers a range of topics including economic strategies related to tariffs, U.S.-China trade relations, immigration policies, political climate, state leadership changes, cultural demographics, and the future of American identity. The discussion highlights the complexities of these issues and their implications for the United States.    

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live April 2, 2025

Amy Carnevale of the Mass GOP joins the show to discuss state politcs, including alleged corruption with a Democrat State Representative and the illegal alien crisis; plus, more on Mark Zuckerberg's "epiphany" and illegal alien crimes. Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.