Indiana Week in Review
697 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★ - 55 ratingsHoosier Democrats, Republicans and insiders talk candidly about issues, the Indiana Statehouse and everything in between on Indiana Week In Review from WFYI Public Media. Join host Brandon Smith and political experts as they dive into the debates shaping Indiana. You'll get policy updates on policy, the state legislature and more, from the left, right and middle of the aisle.
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Indiana Week in Review - Democrats Walkout - January 6, 2012
January 09, 2012 00:00 - 9.53 MBDemocrats stage another walkout. Is it a mistake? The air war over right to work. The governor's about face on Statehouse security changes. Charlie White hangs onto office for now. Plus, Greg Ballard's inaugural, housecleaning at the Colts complex, and more.
Indiana Week in Review - A Look Back on 2011 in Indiana Politics - December 30, 2011
January 02, 2012 00:00 - 9.52 MBTime now for a special edition...a look back on 2011 in Indiana politics.. the big stories and the politicians who took part in them. That, plus our year end roundtable.
Indiana Week in Review - Another Indictment of a Public Official - December 23, 2011
December 27, 2011 00:00 - 9.52 MBDick Lugar's first negative ad. Why he's attacking the President. Another indictment of a public official, the leadership battle at the top of the Indiana Democratic Party, another court ruling goes against Charlie White, plus the In God we Trust license plate.
Indiana Week in Review - Revised Mass Transit Plan - December 16, 2011
December 19, 2011 00:00 - 9.53 MBrevised mass transit plan. Is this the time for a local tax increase? New state revenue forecast sparks debate over a tax refund. A former utility regulator indicted, the search for a new Indiana Democratic Party leader plus the heroes of Georgia Street
Indiana Week in Review - Obama and Indiana in 2012 - December 9, 2011
December 12, 2011 00:00 - 9.57 MBHas Barack Obama written off Indiana in 2012? The governor finds 300 million dollars. Will it lead to a tax refund? Retirement plans for the Chief Justice, State Fair settlement offers, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange plus orangutans and more.
Indiana Week in Review - Why Lincoln Plowman is Going to Jail - December 2, 2011
December 05, 2011 00:00 - 9.57 MBA former public official sentenced for bribery. Why Lincoln Plowman is going to jail. Republicans accused of declaring partisan war in Indianapolis, a Super Bowl video gone wrong, tuition breaks at Ball State plus the Save the Star March and more.
Indiana Week in Review - Right to Work - November 25, 2011
November 28, 2011 00:00 - 9.58 MBMaking right to work a priority. What Republicans are thinking? The union response. Who benefits from the State Fair relief fund and the Amazon tax. That, plus iPads for lawmakers and more.
Indiana Week in Review - Proposed Federal Budget Cuts - November 18, 2011
November 21, 2011 00:00 - 9.57 MBRichard Mourdock proposes massive federal budget cuts. Is there reality behind the politics? Gregg kicks of his campaign for governor, Indy prepares for a smoking ban, two metropolitan school districts head to court, plus Condoleezza Rice in Indianapolis
Indiana Week in Review - Greg Ballard's Win - November 11, 2011
November 14, 2011 00:00 - 9.58 MBAccidental Mayor no longer. Greg Ballard's solid win. Tom Henry holds on in Fort Wayne. The Republicans gains that include a 23 year old mayor, Mike Pence meets with Donald Trump, and two brothers tie. That, plus winners and losers and more.
Indiana Week in Review - Independent Mayoral Poll - November 4, 2011
November 07, 2011 00:00 - 9.53 MBThe first and only independent poll in the race for Mayor of Indianapolis. Election predictions from around the state, the problems with bath salts and other designer drugs, the deadline for state fair tort claims, plus the governor on Halloween.
Indiana Week in Review - The Last Mayoral Debate - October 28, 2011
October 31, 2011 00:00 - 9.58 MBThe final debate - Kennedy versus Ballard in the home stretch, could African American ministers decide the race? FreedomWorks endorses Mourdock, Rupert makes it official, right to work is back on the table, the governor entertains prison inmates and more.
Indiana Week in Review - Melina Kennedy - October 21, 2011
October 24, 2011 00:00 - 9.57 MBMelina Kennedy wins the money race over Greg Ballard. Is it a sign? Susan Brooks raises more money then Dan Burton, Democrats challenge McCain petitions, Charlie White's challenge to Evan Bayh rejected, the Indycar tragedy and more.
Indiana Week in Review - Campaign Money Race - October 14, 2011
October 17, 2011 00:00 - 9.58 MBWinning the money race. Is it enough for Dick Lugar? Charlie White says Evan Bayh broke the law, allegations of voter fraud in the 2008 Obama campaign, Rick Perry in Indianapolis, Phil Hinkle's tie to gay pornography plus reaction to Occupy Indy.
Indiana Week in Review - Mayoral Candidates Debate - October 7, 2011
October 10, 2011 00:00 - 9.53 MBThe candidates for Mayor debate again. How crime and the Super Bowl were tied together. Sidewalks and streets. Jim Wallace's is on the air eight month before the primary, the Lottery admits mistakes, redoing the Governor's office and Madonna.
Indiana Week in Review - Richard Mourdock Tea Party Endorsements - September 30, 2011
October 03, 2011 00:00 - 9.53 MBRichard Mourdock wins Tea Party endorsements. How significant are they? The first debate in the Indianapolis mayors race, the governor talks liability caps and his Indiana book tour. That plus Mitt Romney's visit and WWII Vets.
Indiana Week in Review - Governor's Book - September 23, 2011
September 26, 2011 00:00 - 9.53 MBWill the governor's book produce change? Mitt Romney in Indianapolis. Will our May primary count? The latest in the mayors race, Joe Hogsett seeks a high profile, the Supreme Court revisits a controversial case plus Super Bowl volunteers and more.
Indiana Week in Review - An Indianapolis Politician is Headed to Prison - September 16, 2011
September 19, 2011 00:00 - 9.57 MBAn Indianapolis politician is headed to prison. Will others follow? Tim Durham contributions returned, Delph passes on the Senate race, Greg Ballard's education plan plus the Indianapolis 9-11 Memorial is dedicated and more.
Indiana Week in Review - State Fair Victim Relief - September 9, 2011
September 12, 2011 00:00 - 9.56 MBKenneth Feinberg lays out the parameters for relief to state fair victims. Lincoln Plowman caught on tape. A jobs plan from Melina Kennedy, a school voucher report and the Colts without Peyton Manning.
Indiana Week in Review - Andre Carson - September 2, 2011
September 05, 2011 00:00 - 9.52 MBAndre Carson calls elements of the Tea Party racist. Is he right? Steve Goldsmith arrested for domestic violence, Rupert for governor, and the state plan for payments to state fair victims. That plus an Indianapolis landmark imploded and more.
Indiana Week in Review - Phil Hinkle Scandal - August 26, 2011
August 29, 2011 00:00 - 9.57 MBThe House Speaker wants Phil Hinkle to quit. Why the scandal-plagued lawmaker hangs on. A class action lawsuit against the State Fair, school takeovers and a visit by the RNC chairman. That, plus Danica's future and more.
Indiana Week in Review - State Fair Tragedy - August 19, 2011
August 22, 2011 00:00 - 9.59 MBTragedy at the State Fair. Was it unavoidable? Phil Hinkle hangs on, the Mayor of Carmel hires a private eye, and Herman Cain brings his Presidential campaign to Indiana. That plus the Sugarland tribute to the State Fair victims and more.
Indiana Week in Review - Craigslist Scandal - August 12, 2011
August 15, 2011 00:00 - 9.57 MBA state Representative caught in Craigslist scandal. Ads begin for Mayor of Indianapolis. Lugar says economy is strong, critics say he's out of touch. Dan Burton takes on the public, Franklin Township schools and art vs. advertising at the airport.
Indiana Week in Review - The Debt Deal - August 5, 2011
August 08, 2011 00:00 - 9.51 MBThe debt deal. Will Lugar's vote come back to haunt him? Why Mike Pence voted for it and then promised to cut taxes. John Gregg makes it official, Melina Kennedy's education plan, Herman Cain in Indiana plus GenCon.
Indiana Week in Review - GOP Attack Ads - July 29, 2011
August 01, 2011 00:00 - 9.53 MBWhy the GOP is running Obama attack ads here? Jim Wallace launches his first ads. A poll shows Richard Mourdock leading Dick Lugar. Is it accurate? The Kennedy plan for public safety. The Governor on the Right To Work plus Brickyard picks.
Indiana Week in Review - Sen. Richard Lugar Responds - July 22, 2011
July 25, 2011 00:00 - 9.58 MBSen. Richard Lugar responds to attack ads. Susan Brooks runs for Congress against Dan Burton, Burton's ties to fundraising scandal, public school takeovers, school choice plus honoring veterans at the Brickyard 400.
Indiana Week in Review - Lugar Attacks - July15, 2011
July 18, 2011 00:00 - 9.58 MBAn attack ad against Richard Lugar, Mike Pence on the debt ceiling, Indiana has a surplus, ISTEP scores are up, Becky Skillman on tour and the Indiana influence in World Cup soccer.
Indiana Week in Review - Challengers to Dan Burton - July 8, 2011
July 11, 2011 00:00 - 9.54 MBRepublicans line up to challenge Dan Burton. Lugar & Pence raise funds, Dan Coats delivers the weekly GOP radio address, a change in the military condolence policy and Indy Super Bowl memorabilia.
Indiana Week in Review - June 24, 2011
July 05, 2011 00:00 - 9.53 MBCharlie White testifies, Planned Parenthood cutbacks, Sen. Lugar criticizes Obama's Afghan plan, Mayor Ballard under fire, Indy Star layoffs and a huge donation to Wishard Hospital.
Indiana Week in Review - June 17, 2011
July 05, 2011 00:00 - 9.53 MBCharlie White tries to ban cameras and his call for an investigation into a special prosecutor. Mike Pence kicks off his campaign for Governor. Public safety and the Mayor's race plus plans to revamp Monument Circle.
Indiana Week in Review - July 1, 2011
July 05, 2011 00:00 - 9.58 MBCharlie White wins a vote. Federal judges strike down two new laws then a lawmaker strikes back? Major Moves turns 5, new laws take effect and say goodbye to cursive in Indiana schools.
Indiana Week in Review - June 10, 2011
June 13, 2011 00:00 - 9.53 MBThis week the panel discusses Greg Ballard's plan to turn around failing schools, Joe Donnelly, political use of social media, Planned Parenthood in court and Indy wins a Big Ten competition.
Indiana Week in Review - June 3, 2011
June 06, 2011 00:00 - 9.57 MBThis week the panel discusses the new Indiana abortion law, Mitch Daniels still in national spotlight, tuition hikes, state takeover of public schools, the auto industry and a crime against veterans.
Indiana Week in Review - May 27, 2011
May 31, 2011 00:00 - 9.58 MBThis week the panel discusses Mitch Daniels' decision to not run for president but what about Vice President? Fraud at the FSSA, a Supreme Court decision, Luke Messer throws his hat in and our annual Indy 500 picks.
Indiana Week in Review - May 20, 2011
May 23, 2011 00:00 - 9.56 MBDecision time for Mitch Daniels, Controversial ruling from Indiana Supreme Court, Dan Coats praises the President, and more
Indiana Week in Review - May 13, 2011
May 16, 2011 00:00 - 9.58 MBCheri Daniels speech, Planned Parenthood on losing end of court battle, The Indianapolis lawyer kicked off Facebook and more.
Indiana Week in Review - May 6, 2011
May 09, 2011 00:00 - 9.53 MBThe President in Indianapolis. Why this trip was different? Mike Pence for Governor and the unusual campaign kickoff. Mitch Daniels takes education reform to Washington, developments in the Charlie White case, primary election results, winners and loser
Indiana Week in Review - April 29, 2011
May 02, 2011 00:00 - 6.35 MBThe bill to defund Planned Parenthood. Will the governor sign it? Education reform is a reality, the effort to suspend state gasoline taxes, birthers at the Statehouse, winners and losers, primary predictions and more on Indiana Week in Review for the week ending April 29, 2011.
Indiana Week in Review - April 22, 2011
April 25, 2011 00:00 - 9.58 MBThis week the panel discusses the Anti-Bolting Statute, the Governor's auto tax refund, Charlie's Law, school vouchers, Planned Parenthood and a pair of big-time lottery winners.
Indiana Week in Review - April 15, 2011
April 18, 2011 00:00 - 6.35 MBRedistricing, and why Rokita moved out of his district, Indiana House maps, Education and immigration reform - Purdue Pete
Indiana Week in Review - April 8, 2011
April 11, 2011 00:00 - 6.34 MBThis week Jim and the panel discuss Charlie White, the President cancels a trip to Indiana, Todd Young gets a featured roll in DC, sentencing reform, Butler and Donald Trump
Indiana Week in Review - April 1, 2011
April 04, 2011 00:00 - 6.38 MBThe walkout ends, Why the fines won't go away, What the Democrats accomplished, Marriage amendment advances and Butler to Final Four.
Indiana Week in Review - March 25, 2011
March 28, 2011 00:00 - 6.38 MBDemocratic walkout reaches a milestone, National interest groups weigh in, John Gregg for governor, Lugar on Libya and Durham Donations
Indiana Week in Review - March 18, 2011
March 21, 2011 00:00 - 6.35 MBFines for Democrats, the state Senate gets to work, Charlie White's new staff, Evan Bayh gets a job at Fox, Mitch Daniels on the Washington stage and a unique protest at the Statehouse.
Indiana Week in Review - March 11, 2011
March 14, 2011 00:00 - 6.34 MBStatehouse rally, the Democratic walkout continues, a Republican questions the voucher bill and a new investigation into Charlie White
Indiana Week in Review - March 4, 2011
March 07, 2011 00:00 - 6.35 MBCharlie White indicted, Pat Bauer comes back to Indy for a while, Danny Glover at Statehouse and Governor's musical message to Bauer
Indiana Week in Review - February 25, 2011
February 28, 2011 00:00 - 6.34 MBHouse Democrats flee Statehouse, Why Republicans took on right to work, Richard Mourdouck and Tweets that cost a state official his job
Indiana Week in Review - February 18, 2011
February 21, 2011 00:00 - 6.34 MBDevelopments in 2012 race for governor, Mitch Daniels at CPAC, School Choice, New School Funding Formula and Abortion Restrictions