Latest Legislature Podcast Episodes

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Leaders React to Trump Assassination Attempt

Indiana Week in Review - July 19, 2024 18:48 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 55 ratings
Indiana’s political leaders react to the assassination attempt against Donald Trump. Democrats formally choose Terry Goodin and Destiny Wells as their lieutenant governor and attorney general nominees. I-LEARN scores show some improvement in reading levels, but increased struggles with mathemat...

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Chief Justice Loretta Rush Seeks Third Term

Indiana Week in Review - July 12, 2024 19:25 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 55 ratings
Loretta Rush seeks a third term as Chief Justice of the Indiana Supreme Court. Fewer Indiana high school students enroll in FAFSA, with at least some blame placed on glitches in the rollout of a new version of the application. The Gary Community School Corporation officially shifts back to loca...

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A GOP State Senator resigns after winning primary & Iowa Democrats calls for Biden to drop out

On Iowa Politics Podcast - July 11, 2024 22:45 - 29 minutes ★★★★ - 37 ratings
Welcome to the Friday, July 12, episode of On Iowa Politics. This week on the podcast, the latest on disaster recovery efforts in Iowa, a surprise suspension of a statehouse re-election campaign, and Iowa Democrats' response to the calls for Biden to drop out. This week: Erin Murphy, the Des M...

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Supreme Court Gives Trump Near-Total Immunity

Indiana Week in Review - July 05, 2024 17:24 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 55 ratings
The U.S. Supreme Court grants presidents near-total immunity and sets a high bar for prosecution. A judge invalidates Indiana’s 2020 Medicaid expansion waiver, ending Healthy Indiana Plan Plus payments for the foreseeable future. Libertarian gubernatorial candidate Donald Rainwater proposes cha...

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Center Maryland’s The Lobby with United Way of Central Maryland President and CEO Franklyn Baker and Baltimore City Councilmember Phylicia Porter

Center Maryland Presents: The Lobby Podcast - July 01, 2024 10:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
Center Maryland’s The Lobby Podcast welcomes United Way of Central Maryland President & CEO Franklyn Baker and Baltimore City Councilmember Phylicia Porter to the show this week. We talk about United Way’s regional impact, empowering communities, and developing community-led programs. Franklyn ...

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On Iowa Politics Podcast: Iowa Supreme Court abortion ruling

On Iowa Politics Podcast - June 28, 2024 21:10 - 40 minutes ★★★★ - 37 ratings
On this week’s episode, severe flooding in Western Iowa, a carbon capture pipeline gets approval from Iowa regulators, and the Iowa Supreme Court ruling on abortion. This episode was hosted by the Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy. It features Gazette Deputy Bureau Chief Tom Barton, L...

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J.D. Ford Passes on Lieutenant Governor Bid

Indiana Week in Review - June 28, 2024 18:27 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 55 ratings
Senator J.D. Ford announces that he will not run for lieutenant governor against conservative Democrat Terry Goodin. Former state legislator Randy Head is elected unanimously as chair of the Indiana Republican Party. Governor Eric Holcomb and A.G. Todd Rokita announce the state will seek to res...

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E341: Insightful Conversation with Assemblymember Marc Berman

SacTown Talks - June 24, 2024 13:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
In this episode of SacTown Talks, host Jarhett interviews Assemblyman Marc Berman, who shares his journey from Palo Alto to Sacramento. Asm. Berman discusses his early life, education at Georgetown and USC, and experiences working on political campaigns across the country. He recounts his path t...

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06/21/2024: Delta Port | Retirement | Juneteenth Rodeo

Mississippi Edition - June 21, 2024 20:38 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
What a major investment in a Mississippi river port in the Delta could do for the state's economy. Then, a growing number of seniors in Mississippi don't have retirement plans, according to a recent survey from the AARP. Plus, Black cowboys in the South are clebrating their own history this we...

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Micah Beckwith Named Braun’s Running Mate

Indiana Week in Review - June 21, 2024 19:30 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 55 ratings
Christian nationalist Micah Beckwith chosen as Mike Braun’s gubernatorial running mate over Braun’s hand-picked candidate Julie McGuire. Jennifer McCormick names conservative Democrat Terry Goodin as her pick for lieutenant governor. The state makes further changes that will impact how families...

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06/20/2024: Undocumented Spouses | Broadband | Lynching Awareness

Mississippi Edition - June 21, 2024 14:26 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
An immigration plan that will shield undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens from deportation is being met with praise and criticism from immigration advocates in Mississippi. Then, more than 70 million dollars has been awarded to Internet providers to build out rural broadband networks in the st...

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06/19/2024: LGBTQ Fund | HeatRisk | Juneteenth

Mississippi Edition - June 21, 2024 14:23 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
A non-profit in Mississippi is providing financial assistance to LGBTQ groups throughout the state this Pride Month. Then, a new tool can help keep people informed on how severe the heat will be this summer. Plus, today is Juneteenth, a day celebrating the emancipation of Black slaves in the U...

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Breaking down courtroom battles over hemp products

On Iowa Politics Podcast - June 21, 2024 08:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★ - 37 ratings
On this week’s episode, Nebraska’s governor visits Siouxland, we return to the courtroom — this time over hemp products, conservatives talk clean energy, Democrats hold their state convention, and the bird flu keeps causing trouble in Northwest Iowa. This episode was hosted by the Gazette Des M...

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LGBTQ Caucus Raises Awareness During Pride Month

Look West: How California is Leading the Nation - June 20, 2024 13:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 53 ratings
2024 Legislative & Budget Priorities 2024 #1 Priority Legislation   AB 1955 (Ward, LGBTQ Caucus) – SAFETY Act The Support Academic Futures & Educators for Today’s Youth Act (SAFETY Act), would strengthen existing California protections against forced outings of LGBTQ+ students in schools; pro...

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06/17/2024: Investigation into Death | Mens Suicide | Abortion Pills

Mississippi Edition - June 18, 2024 15:51 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
The family of a Jackson man whose body was found floating in the Pearl River are still searching for answers about his death.  Then, men are at a much higher risk for committing suicide than women. What could be done to prevent those deaths? Also, the abortion pill Mifepristone will stay on th...

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06/14/2024: Fentanyl | Dollar Stores | Picnic in the Park

Mississippi Edition - June 18, 2024 15:28 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Fentanyl continues to be the leading cause of overdose deaths in the U.S. And experts say part of the solution is helping those struggling with addiction.  Then, there’s a rapidly growing business across the South that has communities up in arms. They warn the stores are dirty, crime magnets an...

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E340: Jennifer Saha on Navigating Government Procurement and Technology

SacTown Talks - June 17, 2024 13:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
In this episode of SacTown Talks,  Jarhett Blonien welcomes Jennifer Saha, Founder and CEO of Golden Bridge Strategies. Jennifer shares her extensive background in government service and her transition to the private sector. She discusses her career journey from working in the Governor's office ...

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Nearly $100M for LEAP District Expansion

Indiana Week in Review - June 14, 2024 21:08 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 55 ratings
The state approves nearly $100M to expand the controversial LEAP district. An anti-abortion group sues the state health department to regain access to terminated pregnancy reports. Indiana Republicans gather for the state party convention. 

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Dissecting federal court hearings over new Iowa state laws

On Iowa Politics Podcast - June 14, 2024 08:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★ - 37 ratings
On this week’s podcast, we’ll talk about federal court hearings over a pair of new state laws, Iowa Republicans weigh in on another criminal conviction in presidential circles, and the bird flu is jumping species. This episode was hosted by the Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy. It fe...

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06/13/2024: Title IX | Summer Meals | National Geographic Winner

Mississippi Edition - June 13, 2024 19:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
A Senator from Mississippi wants to undo anti-discrimination rules recently adopted by the Biden administration which protect trans students. Then, some schools are providing meals for students this summer. Plus, a student from Gulfport is being recognized by National Geographic for her video ...

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06/12/2024: Boycott | LGBT Mental Health | Roadside Markers

Mississippi Edition - June 13, 2024 18:54 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Democrats are calling for a boycott of the Mississippi State Fair after Republicans held a rally in support of former President Donald Trump. Then, LGBTQ youth in Mississippi are four times more likely to commit suicide. How can mental health services reduce that number? Plus, roadside markers...

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Talk Left, Walk Right: Interview with Dr. Brad Wilcox on how marriage can save civilization

Thinkin' on Lincoln - June 12, 2024 06:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
Curtis and Ryan sit down with Dr. Brad Wilcox, Future of Freedom Fellow at the Institute for Family Studies and professor at the University of Virginia, to dive into his groundbreaking research on marriage and the family. They also discuss his new book, Get Married: Why Americans Must Defy the E...

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06/11/2024: Certificate of Need | American Heart Association | John Batiste

Mississippi Edition - June 11, 2024 15:38 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Lawmakers are considering cuts to red tape to increase competition in the healthcare field. Then, the American Heart Association celebrates its centennial. Plus, A Grammy-award-winning star from the South recently launched his first solo tour, saying he wants to bring even more attention to th...

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06/10/2024: Kids Count 2024 | Medicaid Coverage Data | Flags of Mississippi

Mississippi Edition - June 10, 2024 15:57 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
The latest report on the overall well-being of Mississippi’s children and families shows the state ranks next to last in several key indicators.  Then, More residents in Mississippi and surrounding southern states have their health insurance coverage through the Affordable Care Act--- according...

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E339: Exploring the Rich History and Daily Life at the California State Capitol with David Bowman

SacTown Talks - June 10, 2024 13:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
In this episode of SacTown Talks, host Jarhett speaks with the voice of the Assembly, David Bowman, about the intricacies and history of the California State Capitol. They discuss dining at the Capitol, changes in the legislature's working environment, and the renovations of the Capitol building...

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Todd Rokita Threatens to Sue Sanctuary Cities

Indiana Week in Review - June 07, 2024 16:36 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 55 ratings
Todd Rokita threatens to sue Gary, East Chicago, West Lafayette and Monroe County over “sanctuary city” ban. Gubernatorial candidates Mike Braun, Jennifer McCormick, and Donald Rainwater agree to at least one televised debate. Rokita weighs in on the controversy surrounding Indianapolis’ duelin...

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06/07/2024: Trump Rally | Hurricane Drill | State Health Exchange

Mississippi Edition - June 07, 2024 15:23 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
A week after former President Donald Trump was convicted of falsifying business records, some Mississippians are rallying to show support for his 2024 Presidential campaign. Then, Emergency responders test their communication skills as part of an annual hurricane preparedness exercise. Plus, a...

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06/06/2024: Jackson Water | Skilled Jobs | Gulf Coast Land

Mississippi Edition - June 07, 2024 15:18 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
We continue our conversation about Jackson's water system and if federal oversight could have prevented a crisis. Then, education experts say technical training can be a big factor in filling the needs of the state's job market and getting students into promising careeers. Plus from the Gulf S...

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Discussing 2024 Iowa Primary Results

On Iowa Politics Podcast - June 07, 2024 08:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★ - 37 ratings
On this week’s podcast, we talk about Tuesday’s primary election results and the verdict in Trump's hush money trial. This episode was hosted by the Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy. It features Gazette Deputy Bureau Chief Tom Barton, Lee Des Moines Bureau Chief Caleb McCullough, Jar...

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06/05/2024: Year of Hate report | Gulfport Project Delayed | EPA in Jackson

Mississippi Edition - June 05, 2024 16:27 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Several organizations in Mississippi have been named "hate groups" in a new report from the Southern Poverty Law Center. Then, pushback from residents of a historically Black neighborhood in North Gulfport has local officials delaying plans to build a large cold storage facility. Plus, environ...