Politically Speaking
829 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 21 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 59 ratingsMissouri's political news makers talk candidly with St. Louis Public Radio's Jason Rosenbaum, Rachel Lippmann, and Sarah Kellogg.
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Schaaf and Lembke preview the General Assembly's final week
May 10, 2015 14:15 - 29 minutes - 27 MBOn this episode of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies break a bit of ground by welcoming two guests for one show – state Sen. Rob Schaaf and former Sen. Jim Lembke.
Councilwoman Wasinger on stadiums, police and the county executive
May 07, 2015 14:13 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBOn the latest episode of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcome St. Louis County Councilwoman Colleen Wasinger to the show.
After 2012 loss, John Brunner talks about the road back to electoral politics
May 03, 2015 14:12 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBOn this week’s edition of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies interview one of the many Republicans considering a bid for governor in 2016 – John Brunner.
U.S. Rep. Cleaver on Ferguson, 'taxation by citation' and Hillary Clinton
April 27, 2015 14:11 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBThis week on Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies interview U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver from his Washington, D.C., office. The Democratic congressman represents portions of Kansas City as well as several rural counties in mid-Missouri. For many years, Cleaver was a pastor at the St. James United Methodist Church in Kansas City which probably explains why he’s one of Missouri politics’ most celebrated orators.
Jason Crowell on how he left his mark through legislative service
April 22, 2015 14:03 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBOn this episode of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio reporters Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcome former state Sen. Jason Crowell to the show for the first time. In the late 2000s, the Cape Girardeau Republican emerged as one of the most impactful — and, to some, controversial — lawmakers in the Missouri General Assembly. He often used the power of his personality and mastery of Senate procedure to steer legislation in his desired direction.
McCulloch reflects on Michael Brown saga — and what needs to be done next
April 06, 2015 19:30 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MBWith the clock ticking closer to the anniversary of Michael Brown’s shooting death, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcome St. Louis County Prosecutor Bob McCulloch for a special edition of Politically Speaking. McCulloch has been St. Louis County’s prosecutor since January 1991, when he took over for fellow Democrat Buzz Westfall. McCulloch has faced little opposition for his job ever since; in November 2014, he didn't even have a GOP opponent.
Rep. Rowden on ethics, the Rams and Columbia City Council
April 06, 2015 14:01 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBThis week’s Politically Speaking breaks some new ground. Through the magic of radio, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies joined with KBIA’s Bram Sable-Smith to interview state Rep. Caleb Rowden. The Columbia Republican and Rock Bridge High School graduate was first elected to the Missouri House in 2012. Rowden had a somewhat unconventional road to Missouri state politics: He was a successful Christian rock musician before running for a vacant House seat in 2012.
Rep. Newman talks about guns, voting rights and Tom Schweich
April 03, 2015 01:17 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBThe Politically Speaking podcast team of Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcomes state Rep. Stacey Newman, D-Richmond Heights, to this week's show.
Alderwoman Baringer on voter turnout and police oversight board
March 20, 2015 01:14 - 34 minutes - 32 MBOn this week’s edition of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio reporters Jason Rosenbaum, Jo Mannies and Rachel Lippmann welcome St. Louis Alderwoman Donna Baringer to the show. The 16th Ward Democrat was first elected to her post in 2003, succeeding longtime Alderman Jim Shrewsbury. Before taking on her current job as the executive director of Lemay Development Corp. earlier this year, Baringer was the director of institutional advancement for United 4 Children. A native of Jeffer...
Rep. Richardson on leading state House's historic Republican majority
March 13, 2015 01:12 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBThis week’s Politically Speaking is a southeast Missouri affair as St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcome House Majority Leader Todd Richardson to the show. The Poplar Bluff Republican is a second-generation lawmaker. His father, Mark Richardson, served in the House GOP leadership in the 1990s, a time when Republicans had been in the minority for years. Now, Richardson is the second most powerful lawmaker in a chamber dominated by his party – and has the inside tra...
Ponder on chief of staff role, police review board and keeping the Rams
March 05, 2015 02:10 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBOn this edition of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum, Jo Mannies and Rachel Lippmann welcome Mary Ellen Ponder to the show. Ponder was recently appointed chief of staff for St. Louis Mayor Francis Slay, replacing Jeff Rainford. She is the first woman to serve as chief of staff for a St. Louis mayor.
Sen. Kraus on tax cuts, photo ID and secretary of state race
March 03, 2015 01:56 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBThe Politically Speaking podcast team – Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies – this week welcomed state Sen. Will Kraus, R-Lee’s Summit and a 2016 candidate for Missouri secretary of state. But first, the duo joined Jefferson City correspondent Marshall Griffin in commemorating the late state Auditor Tom Schweich, who died last Thursday from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. A memorial service is to be held Tuesday at his church in Clayton. Schweich, intense and candid, was willing to challeng...
Previewing Tuesday's St. Louis elections -- and Reed's third term
February 28, 2015 01:53 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBOn a special edition of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio reporters Jason Rosenbaum, Jo Mannies and Rachel Lippmann preview Tuesday’s election in St. Louis.
Sen. Kehoe on transportation, unemployment benefits and his political future
February 23, 2015 01:50 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBThis week’s edition of the Politically Speaking podcast has a mid-Missouri flair to it – primarily because St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies are welcoming state Sen. Mike Kehoe to the show.
Assessor Zimmerman on being an 'umpire' and his attorney general bid
February 19, 2015 01:37 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBOn this week’s edition of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum, Jo Mannies and Tim Lloyd welcome St. Louis County Assessor Jake Zimmerman to the show.
Speaker Diehl Details How 'Right To Work' Passed In House
February 13, 2015 01:35 - 32 minutes - 30 MBOn this special edition of the Politically Speaking podcast, House Speaker John Diehl, R-Town and Country, joins St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies to talk about the passage of “right to work” legislation in the Missouri.
Rep. Dogan On Corralling Lobbyists, Shrinking Cities & Rethinking Pot Crimes
February 11, 2015 01:30 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBOn this week’s episode of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio’s Chris McDaniel, Jo Mannies and Jason Rosenbaum welcome state Rep. Shamed Dogan to the podcast for the first time.
Rep. McCreery On Lobbyists, Human Trafficking And Winning By Losing
February 03, 2015 01:28 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBOn this week’s edition of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio reporters Chris McDaniel, Jo Mannies and Jason Rosenbaum welcome state Rep. Tracy McCreery to the show.
Sen. Schaefer On Budgets, Ferguson Unrest & AG Run
January 28, 2015 00:13 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBThis week’s edition of Politically Speaking uses the magical power of radio to speak with Sen. Kurt Schaefer from his office in Jefferson City.
Councilman Page On Electoral Comeback, Ferguson And Smoldering Landfills
January 21, 2015 22:41 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBSt. Louis Public Radio’s Chris McDaniel, Jo Mannies and Jason Rosenbaum welcomed St. Louis County Councilman Sam Page to Politically Speaking.
Councilman Harder Discusses the Rams, Ferguson And Stenger
January 14, 2015 22:39 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBOn this week's edition of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio reporters Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcome the newest member of the St. Louis County Council -- Councilman Mark Harder.
Alderwoman Ingrassia On City Politics, The Rams And Police
January 08, 2015 22:36 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MBThe Politically Speaking crew welcomes St. Louis Alderwoman Christine Ingrassia, a Democrat who represents the city’s 6th Ward on the Board of Aldermen.
New Year, New Challenges For Missouri Legislature, St. Louis County
January 06, 2015 22:35 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MBThis week, St. Louis Public Radio reporters Chris McDaniel, Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies use the Politically Speaking podcast have decided to look into their crystal balls to discuss what’s ahead for Missouri politics in 2015.
Rep. Allen On Costs Of Medicaid — And Impact Of Term Limits
December 24, 2014 01:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBOn this week’s edition of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio reporters Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcome state Rep. Sue Allen to the show for the first time. Originally published on Dec. 23, 2014.
Sen. Sifton On His Attorney General Run — And Fallout From Veto Session Clash
December 16, 2014 01:00 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MBThis week, the Politically Speaking trio welcomes back state Sen. Scott Sifton. The Affton Democrat won election to the Missouri Senate in 2012 in a hard-fought race against then-Sen. Jim Lembke, R-Lemay. Originally published on Dec. 15, 2014.
As New Speaker, Diehl Is Big On Business, Not Keen On Tolls
December 12, 2014 01:00 - 34 minutes - 16 MBThe Politically Speaking podcast team welcomes the man who may be the most powerful legislator in the Missouri Capitol for the next two years: House Speaker-elect John Diehl, R-Town and Country. Originally published on Dec. 11, 2014.
Keaveny Lays Out State Senate Agenda, Criticizes Governor
December 05, 2014 01:00 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBAfter a Thanksgiving hiatus, the Politically Speaking podcast team is back in the saddle. And this week, we welcome state Sen. Joe Keaveny, D-St. Louis, who will be the new Senate minority leader when the General Assembly goes back into session in January. Originally published on Dec. 4, 2014.
Rep.-Elect Lavender Discusses Long, Long Road To The Missouri House
November 20, 2014 01:00 - 25 minutes - 11.7 MBThe Politically Speaking podcast crew this week welcomes a woman who’s literally one of a kind: state Rep-elect Deb Lavender, D-Kirkwood. A physical therapist, Lavender appears to have set a modern-day record in the state by running four consecutive times for the same legislative post before winning. She lost bids in 2008, 2010 and 2012 to then-incumbent Rick Stream, R-Kirkwood. Originally published on Nov. 19, 2014.
Schmitt Discusses Municipal Courts -- And His Political Ambitions
November 13, 2014 01:00 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBThe Politically Speaking podcast team this week welcomed back state Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Glendale. He was the podcast’s first political guest back in June 2013. Originally published on Nov. 12, 2014.
Stenger In-Depth Interview: 'We Need To Move Forward Together ... Now'
November 06, 2014 01:00 - 34 minutes - 15.8 MBA day after his narrow victory, St. Louis County Executive-elect Steve Stenger says he’s “certainly willing to extend an olive branch’’ to those fellow Democrats who had opposed his election. Originally published on Nov. 5, 2014.
Handicapping The 2014 Election -- And Looking Ahead To 2016
November 01, 2014 00:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBWe're getting close to Election Day, and that means St. Louis Public Radio's Chris McDaniel, Jo Mannies and Jason Rosenbaum are returning to the show's "classic" format to preview the main races in St. Louis and throughout the Show Me State. Originally published on Oct. 31, 2014.
Politically Speaking: GOP Consultant Keller Assesses Election Landscape
October 23, 2014 00:00 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MBThis week, the Politically Speaking crew welcomes Gregg Keller, a locally based Republican consultant who now runs his own firm, Atlas Strategy Group. Keller represents a number of corporate and political clients, including state Auditor Tom Schweich, who’s expected to run for governor in 2016. Originally published on Oct. 22, 2014.
Politically Speaking: Alderman-Elect Green On Her Victory And Her Ward
October 11, 2014 00:00 - 30 minutes - 13.8 MBThe Politically Speaking crew welcomes Megan Ellyia Green just days after her decisive victory in a special election for the 15th Ward aldermanic seat. On Tuesday, Green took 46 percent of the vote in a four-person race, in spite of running as an independent. Originally published on Oct. 10, 2014.
Politically Speaking: Roorda On His Record, His Senate Race And Darren Wilson
September 29, 2014 00:00 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBThe Politically Speaking crew continues its look at the so-called “Battle for JeffCo,” the expensive campaign for the 22nd District state Senate seat that's among the region's most competitive contests this fall. After hosting Republican state Rep. Paul Wieland last week, St. Louis Public Radio’s Chris McDaniel, Jo Mannies and Jason Rosenbaum now welcome his opponent – state Rep. Jeff Roorda, D-Barnhart – to the podcast. Originally published on Sept. 28, 2014.
Politically Speaking: Wieland On His Race Against Roorda — And His Contraception Lawsuit
September 23, 2014 00:00 - 32 minutes - 15 MBMissouri’s mid-term election season is in full swing. And that means it’s time to interview the candidates in some of the state’s most competitive electoral contests. State Rep. Paul Wieland, R-Imperial, joins St. Louis Public Radio’s Chris McDaniel, Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies to discuss his bid for the 22nd District state Senate seat. Wieland is running against state Rep. Jeff Roorda, D-Barnhart, for the open Jefferson County-based seat. Originally published on Sept. 22, 2014.
Politically Speaking: Rep. Peters Seeks To Bolster North St. Louis' Economic And Education Future
September 17, 2014 00:00 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MBOn this week’s edition of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio’s Chris McDaniel, Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcome state Rep. Joshua Peters to the show. Originally published on Sept. 16, 2014.
Politically Speaking: Sen. Dempsey Takes Stock Of Another Eventful Veto Session
September 13, 2014 00:00 - 35 minutes - 16.5 MBIn what’s becoming something of a post-veto session tradition, Senate President Pro Tem Tom Dempsey joined St. Louis Public Radio’s Chris McDaniel, Jo Mannies and Jason Rosenbaum to discuss the impact of the General Assembly's annual event. Originally published Sept. 12, 2014.
Politically Speaking: Rep. Caleb Jones Gives The Majority's View Of Veto Session
September 08, 2014 00:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBThis week's edition of Politically Speaking is fully focused on Wednesday's veto session. St. Louis Public Radio's Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcomed state Rep. Caleb Jones, R-Boone County, to our St. Louis studio to tell us what to expect. Originally published on Sept. 7, 2014.
Politically Speaking: Recorder Of Deeds Florida Discusses Overhaul Of Her New Office
September 03, 2014 00:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBOn this week's episode of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio's Jo Mannies and Jason Rosenbaum welcome St. Louis Recorder of Deeds Jennifer Florida to the show. Florida represented St. Louis' 15th Ward for several terms on the Board of Aldermen, most recently winning re-election last year. Originally published on September 2, 2014.
Councilwoman Erby Recounts Ferguson Turmoil, Council Battles
August 28, 2014 00:00 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MBOn this week's episode of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio's Chris McDaniel, Jo Mannies and Jason Rosenbaum welcome St. Louis County Councilwoman Hazel Erby to the show. Originally published on August 27, 2014.
Bob Onder On His Legislative Comeback
August 22, 2014 00:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBSt. Louis Public Radio reporters Chris McDaniel, Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcomed future state Sen. Bob Onder, R-Lake St. Louis, to the Politically Speaking podcast. Originally published on August 21, 2014.
Carpenter Seeks Return As Recorder Of Deeds
August 15, 2014 00:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBSt. Louis Public Radio reporters Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcomed former St. Louis Recorder of Deeds Sharon Carpenter to the Politically Speaking podcast. Originally published on August 14, 2014.
Money Matters, McCaskill's Big Gift And St. Louis' Big Races
July 31, 2014 00:00 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBEvery week, St. Louis Public Radio's Chris McDaniel, Jo Mannies and Jason Rosenbaum talk about the week’s politics. This week the trio discusses the last-minute money surge to the state’s primary candidates, as well as key races in St. Louis. The Politically Speaking crew also talked about U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill’s big donation to the state Democratic Party and what it means for state legislative contests in the fall. Originally published on July 30, 2014.
Missouri Chamber Chief Mehan Upbeat On Transportation Tax Prospects
July 25, 2014 00:00 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MBSt. Louis Public Radio reporters Chris McDaniel, Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcomed Dan Mehan, president of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry, to the Politically Speaking podcast. Originally published on July 24, 2014.
Jeff Aboussie Talks About Labor's Influence Throughout Missouri
July 17, 2014 00:00 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MBSt. Louis Public Radio reporters Chris McDaniel, Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcomed St. Louis Building and Construction Trades secretary-treasurer Jeff Aboussie to the Politically Speaking podcast. Originally published on July 16, 2014.
James Harris Optimistic About Missouri GOP's Fortunes
July 01, 2014 00:00 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBSt. Louis Public Radio reporters Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies continue their mini-series on Missouri’s top behind-the-scenes players. For this week’s show, Rosenbaum and Mannies welcomed Republican political consultant James Harris to the show. Originally published on June 30, 2014.
Cardetti Climbs From 'Lowest Low Man On Totem Pole' To Top Consultant
June 24, 2014 00:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBPolitically Speaking continues its interviews with Missouri’s most prominent behind-the-scenes players. St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies speak this week with “the pride of St. James,” aka political consultant Jack Cardetti. Originally published on June 23, 2014.
Jeff Roe Recounts Best Ways To Sell Campaign, Predicts GOP Success This Fall
June 18, 2014 00:53 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MBThis week, the Politically Speaking podcast brings prominent GOP consultant Jeff Roe to the show. He joins St. Louis Public Radio reporters Jo Mannies, Chris McDaniel and Jason Rosenbaum. Based in Kansas City, Roe is among the top Republican consultants in the Midwest – and is headed toward a national reputation. Only in his early 40s, he operates the fourth-largest GOP direct-mail firm in the country. He's expected to land at least one Republican presidential candidate in 2016.
Jane Dueker Describes Journey Through Politics And Policy
June 10, 2014 00:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBPolitically Speaking is shifting gears this summer. With the legislature out of session, and the August primary on the horizon, we've decided to interview some of the state’s most prominent political consultants who play key roles behind the scenes. This week, St. Louis Public Radio reporters Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcomed St. Louis lawyer Jane Dueker to the show. Originally published on June 9, 2014.
Sen. Lamping On State Government And Special Interests
June 04, 2014 00:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBOn this week's episode of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio's Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcome back state Sen. John Lamping, R-Ladue, to the show. Lamping decided not to run for another term this fall as the state senator representing the 24th District. But he has plenty to say about his four years in the General Assembly's upper chamber. During that time, he gained a reputation, and some enemies, over his willingness to buck his own party -- especially on fiscal issues....