Local Government And Voting Podcasts

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Local Matters Podcast

Local Matters by Janice Allen Jackson

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Local and state governments, though often overshadowed by federal government, have tremendous impact on our quality of life. This podcast provides a valuable service by educating people on how to improve their own quality of life through civic engagement. Various organizations encourage residents to register and vote, but it does not appear that anyone is showing voters how to make good decisions when they do. It feels akin to hiring someone for a job without reviewing the job description. L ...

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LiSTNR Hobart Local News

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News on demand from Hobart

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Pitchfork Economics with Nick Hanauer

Civic Ventures

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We are living through a paradigm shift from trickle-down neoliberalism to middle-out economics — a new understanding of who gets what and why. Join zillionaire class-traitor Nick Hanauer and some of the world’s leading economic and political thinkers as they explore the latest thinking on how the economy actually works.

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KUNR Public Radio: Local News Feed

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A local news stream from the KUNR Public Radio newsroom and regional partners.

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Hacks & Wonks

Crystal Fincher

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Hacks & Wonks is a show hosted by political consultant Crystal Fincher, who talks with Policy Wonks and Political Hacks to gather insight into local politics and policy in Washington state through the lens of those doing the work, with behind-the-scenes perspectives on what's happening, why it's happening and what you can do about it.

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Agenda - Manx Radio

Manx Radio

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Phil Gawne offers a weekly insight into Manx politics, interviewing current and former politicians about issues in Tynwald and the House of Keys, while exploring the broader world of politics and government operations.

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Pratt on Texas

Pratt on Texas

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Pratt on Texas, the news and commentary of Texas.

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Mississippi Happenings

MS Happenings

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MS Happenings is your go-to source for political news and events that matter to Mississippians. Hosted by Jim Newman and David Olds, this weekly podcast fills the gap left by traditional news coverage, ensuring that all corners of the Magnolia State—North Mississippi, the Delta, the Coast, and beyond—stay informed. We tackle the kitchen table issues that impact everyday life, from legislative decisions to local policies affecting communities statewide. Whether you live in a bustling city or ...

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Political Breakfast from WABE

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Every Tuesday and Thursday morning on the Political Breakfast podcast, veteran Atlanta journalist Lisa Rayam, Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson, and Republican strategist Brian Robinson deliver Georgia’s best analysis of local politics with a weekly dose of informed, respectful and lively discussion. During Georgia’s state legislative session, Political Breakfast presents the pop-up podcast Gold Dome Scramble every Friday morning as host Lisa Rayam talks with reporters Sam Gringlas and Ra ...

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High Turnout Wide Margins

High Turnout Wide Margins

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Co-hosts Brianna Lennon, county clerk in Boone County, Missouri and Eric Fey, director of elections in St. Louis County, Missouri, talk to subject-matter elections experts and local election administrators to ask the questions that are most meaningful to their work and talk with colleagues about how to best approach issues like voter education, cybersecurity, and integrity.

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Let's Get Civical

Lizzie Stewart & Arden Walentowski

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Let’s Get Civical is part civics class and part comedy show. Join Lizzie Stewart and Arden Walentowski as they unpack and repack those political and government structures that have driven us to the cry for help we’re in today. This stuff is confusing and we’ve made it our mission to break it down so we all understand what the FDR is going on. It’s like being in American Government class with your BFFs! But no exams. We promise! Lizzie is an NYC based comedian who performs regularly all over ...

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The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight)

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The Political Spotlight is a politically driven opinion, news & entertainment program. The Political Spotlight is your comprehensive guide to ALL things "political" on the local, state & national fronts. Our mission is to identify and eliminate corruption within government and politics while upholding the Constitution of the United States of America. The message is clear: the old, corrupt way of doing business IS OVER! The goal is to empower all citizens with the knowledge and inspiration to ...

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6PR Breakfast with Millsy and Karl

6PR

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If it's happening in Perth, you'll hear about it first on 6PR Breakfast with Millsy and Karl!

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The Get More Smarter Podcast - A Weekly Show About Colorado Politics

Colorado Pols and The Bighorn Company

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The Get More Smarter Podcast is a weekly overview of Colorado politics. The podcast is hosted by seasoned Colorado politicos Jason Bane of ColoradoPols.com and Ian Silverii, former 9News talking head, former Denver Post Columnist, former Executive Director of ProgressNow Colorado, and current has-been. Each week they dive into the local and national news, and for some reason, have had Governors, US Senators, Members of Congress, and countless local elected officials as guests over the years. ...

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Starmergeddon (from TLDR News)

TLDR News

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Your fortnightly UK politics podcast from TLDR News. Join writers Ben Blissett and Georgina Findlay for a discussion about the Labour government, Keir Starmer’s cabinet, and other underreported stories. Published every other Friday. Pre-order the next edition of Too Long, TLDR’s print magazine, using the code 'TOOPODCAST' for £2 off any order: https://toolong.news/

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817 Podcast - Fort Worth's Monday Morning Show

Fort Worth's Monday Morning Show

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Fort Worth Weekly Critic's Choice Podcast of the Year "Fort Worth's Monday morning meeting." - Bud Kennedy Do you love Fort Worth and care about what goes on in our amazing city? Well, welcome to the 817 Podcast, a weekly Monday morning show hosted by two Fort Worthians who banter and dissect the biggest stories in local culture, politics, and business. EJ Carrion is a local entrepreneur, and Ann Zadeh is a former city council member. Ann and EJ will host a diverse guest list of local leader ...

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Mayors of Main Street

Kristine Lott

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Welcome to Mayors of Main Street—the podcast that delves into the heart of American communities by exploring the experiences and insights of some of the longest-serving mayors in the country. Hosted by Mayor Kristine Lott, this podcast brings you compelling stories of public service, community challenges, and the triumphs that define local leadership. Mayor Kristine Lott, the first woman to hold the mayoral office in Winooski, Vermont, is no stranger to community engagement and leadership. H ...

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Your Vote, Your Story

Gia

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The series explores how everyday decisions at the ballot box directly affect real people and their communities, using relatable stories, humor, and emotional storytelling to make political issues accessible and engaging. Each 15-minute episode tells a self-contained story that illustrates a specific issue or policy decision, showing how different choices can lead to very different outcomes. The format includes humor, emotional moments, and a clear takeaway message.

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Europod & Sphera • News

Europod & Sphera

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Welcome to Europod & Sphera • News, your essential source for daily and monthly podcasts that bring you closer to the heart of Europe. From the latest political shifts to the cultural dynamics and challenges shaping the European Union, we offer insightful, compelling content to keep you informed and engaged. Stay up-to-date with Long Story Short, our daily podcast offering concise analysis of key European developments, and Europe Talks Back, a monthly podcast diving deeper into the voices, s ...

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Coastal Front

Andrew Johns

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Coastal Front is a Vancouver-based media company providing in-depth reporting and opinion, with a strong focus on government accountability at all levels in Canada. As part of our work, the Coastal Front podcast, hosted by Andrew Johns, features conversations on business, politics, and community, exploring the stories shaping our city, province, and country.

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Houston Matters

Houston Public Media

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Houston Matters is a radio program airing weekdays at 9 am on Houston Public Media News 88.7 FM in Houston. During each hour, we’ll investigate the issues and ideas, people and places that make Houston…well…Houston! We’ll talk about current events, politics, education, health care, the environment, business, transportation, arts and culture, literature, sports and leisure. But we also hope that what we do each day on Houston Matters serves as the beginning of a conversation — one we hope you ...

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Go Beyond the Vote

PrimeGov

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Go Beyond the Vote is all about demystifying the process of participating in your local government. Want to run for office at your city, county, or state-level but don’t know where and how to start? This podcast is for you. Our mission is to encourage everyone to lead the change they want to see in their communities by engaging in local boards, commissions, and committees. Let’s get started.

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On the Ballot

Ballotpedia

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On the Ballot with Ballotpedia connects people to politics by providing neutral, nonpartisan, and reliable information on our government, how it works, and where it’s headed. This year, we're hoping to learn more about what our audience and what topics you want us to tackle. Complete a brief 5 minute survey to review the show and share some feedback: https://forms.gle/zPxYSog5civyvEKX6 Stream On the Ballot wherever you listen to podcasts. If you have any questions, comments, or love for BP, ...

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The ProGov Podcast

ProGov21

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ProGov21 is excited to announce the launch of our ProGov Podcast- a resource used to discuss progressive local policies with organizations across the United States. In this podcast, we discuss various policy topics, including transportation, housing, finance, the environment, voting, and many others. Join us to learn more about progressive policy initiatives and the changemakers behind them.

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The Richard Nixon Experience

Randal Wallace

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It has been 50 years since the Administration of Richard Nixon. In that time, the left has waged a war on history to define Richard Nixon as a failure as President. For much of the half century Richard Nixon's name was synonymous with corruption and Government overreach. Podcasts, Documentaries, Cable Network specials have all controlled a narrative that cast Richard Nixon as the 20th centuries great American Villain. But all of that has changed. First in 2013, Geoff Shepard, Richard Nixon's ...

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Stanford Legal

Stanford Law School

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Law touches most aspects of life. Here to help make sense of it is the Stanford Legal podcast, where we look at the cases, questions, conflicts, and legal stories that affect us all every day. Stanford Legal launched in 2017 as a radio show on Sirius XM. We’re now a standalone podcast and we’re back after taking some time away, so don’t forget to subscribe or follow this feed. That way you’ll have access to new episodes as soon as they’re available. We know that the law can be complicated. I ...

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Make Me Smart

Marketplace

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Each weekday, Marketplace’s Kimberly Adams makes today make sense along with her Marketplace colleagues, breaking down happenings in tech, the economy, and culture. Because none of us is as smart as all of us.

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When the People Decide

Penn State McCourtney Institute for Democracy

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When the People Decide, a podcast from the McCourtney Institute for Democracy at Penn State, explores the promise — and sometimes peril — that ballot initiatives have brought to American democracy by telling the stories of people who have organized initiative campaigns across the country. America’s founders were famously skeptical of direct democracy, citing fears of mob rule if people had too much power. Since then, however, the initiative and referendum process has emerged as one way that ...

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Carolina Democracy

JD Wooten

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Carolina Democracy is a review of the latest news and events impacting democracy in North Carolina hosted by JD Wooten and featuring regular interviews with candidates, local officials, community organizers, and anyone else fighting to promote democracy.

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PRINCE ABDULMALIK ADAMA FOR RESCUE MISSION 2019.

Habeeb Abubakar

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A YOUNG VIBRANT YOUTH IS OUT FOR RESCUE MISSION 2019. PRINCE ABDULMALIK ADAMA AKA SURU, FOR HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY REPRESENTING THE GOOD AND PEACEFUL PEOPLE OF AJAOKUTA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS COME 2019. HIS MISSION IS TO CREATE VALUES THAT MATTER AND TO CREATE JOBS, EMPOWERMENTS AND LOTS MORE IF VOTED IN AS A MEMBER HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY COME 2019. PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR VOTE IS YOUR RIGHT DON'T BE DECEIVE BY ANYONE, SUPPORT AND VOTE FOR PRINCE ABDULMALIK ADAMA AKA SURU, FOR RESCUE MISSION 2019, THE T ...

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Down Ballot

Matthew Moore

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People tend to pay attention to politics when there's a heated Presidential election happening. But what about all of those other names and items, just a little bit lower on the ballot? Down Ballot is a podcast that discusses government and politics on a local level.

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Political Rewind

Georgia Public Broadcasting

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The political game in Georgia is more dynamic than ever. From local elected officials to state and federal government, we're facing complicated issues. On "Political Rewind" we take the time to break down these issues, speaking directly to the decision makers. We not only get you caught up on the week that was in state politics, but we look ahead so that you will stay informed.

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Never Mind The Bar Charts

Mark Pack

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Mark Pack and guests talk about the Liberal Democrats, British politics and a few stray digressions. Only a few.

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San Diego Decides

Voice of San Diego

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This is San Diego’s election podcast. Hosts Sara Libby and Jesse Marx break down individual races and ballot measures — and they dig into the mechanics of voting, state-level drama and more. Subscribe now and get ready to vote.

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Awesome Ty is Running for Mayor

Natural Habitat Recordings

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Hey, what's up? My name is Ty. I'm a struggling musician who is running for mayor of a small town in California. I have absolutely no background in politics, nor any relevant experience in local government. I compensate for these things with an abundance of self confidence and a whole bunch of crazy promises. In my new podcast you can follow along with my campaign, from it's genesis to my inevitable soul crushing defeat. This show is probably NSFW. Thanks for your time and vote #Ty4Mayor2018!

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Toomim for Congress 2024

Melissa Toomim

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”Who is this dark horse running for Congress? It’s me, Melissa Toomim. Melissa Toomim is the Republican Congressional Candidate for 2024 in the California 36th. Watch here to see how she will go to Washington to help save California and America from bad and corrupt politicians. Vote for Melissa Toomim! Toomim4congress.com

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Democracy Truth Podcast

League of Women Voters of Arizona

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Keeping Arizona Voters informed on voting rights in our state.

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Antiracist Voter

Tony Loyd

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The murder of George Floyd created a moment of reflection and rededication to racial equality. But moments are ephemeral. Americans have a notoriously short attention span. How do we maintain momentum so that the moment becomes a movement? How do we translate the demands of protests into the domain of policy? Antiracist ideas are activated in antiracist policy, especially in local elections. We focus on criminal justice, economic justice, environmental justice, education, housing, health, im ...

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The Process

Adam Sommer

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There is no shortage of information. If you want to know "WHAT" is happening choose any news source, at random, and likely they will cover the same stories as any other outlet. But will they have context? Can they explain "WHY?" something is happening? Open conversation is scary. Open conversation can create odd narratives, but it also helps us all better understand our world. The process is a show born from years of experience as both a student of politics and a trial attorney - a combined ...

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Let’s Talk About Race (LTAR)

Lanita Duke

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Let’s Talk About Race (LTAR), a new intergenerational, roundtable discussion of independent national journalists featuring rigorous conversations and analysis of news coverage and the role race plays in politics, government, economy, education, and health. LTAR currently airs on KBOO Community Radio in Portland, OR, and Pacific Radio NetworkLTAR brings independent journalists from all over the country from New Jersey to Texas and Pennsylvania with a home base in Portland, Oregon. The hosts b ...

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POC Podcast - Progressive Opinions of Color

Nancy Wu (Asian American, Economist, Progressive, Woman, Storyteller)

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Welcome to Progressive Opinions of Color (POC), a podcast that creates space for people of color in conversations about economics, politics, and culture. Your host is Nancy Wu. Nancy is an Asian American woman, an economist, and a huge politics and policy nerd. Nancy triple majored in Economics, Government (Political Science) and Gender Studies at Dartmouth and has a Master’s in Development Economics from Oxford. She works as an Economist full time and has previously worked in economic polic ...

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What Can I Do

What Can I Do Podcast

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You voted (again), you protested (again), you posted on social media (again), yet you’re still reeling from all the terrible news. But…what else can you do? We’ll help you figure that out! Each week hosts Kelly Therese Pollock and Lila Nordstrom interview activists working on a range of issues, from national policy to local concerns, not about why but about how they took action: What got them started, who helped them along the way, and what they’d do differently if they had to do it all agai ...

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Scrood

Ben Scrood & Elly Stone

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Scrood is a satirical, light and easy Political Humor & Comedy information and mini documentary podcast about gett'n SCROOD by the system--facts & laughs covering as much as we can for free. Before the election, Scrood produced satirical content aimed at exposing corruption in politics, the supreme court and BIG, multinational business. Youtube, X, Pinterest and some podcast platforms throttled our show, making it unavailable to many. After our Holiday break, we will return to our society an ...

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Life After College Podcast

Life After College Podcast

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Life After College is a podcast dedicated to helping and supporting the individual transitioning from college to the life that comes after it. We're German and Jake, and we're two guys who have gone through and are still going through this transition. We'll be publishing podcasts discussing various topics, reading emails you sent us, and striving to help you with any advice we can offer. We don't have the answer to everything, but we constantly have questions and the drive to find the answer ...

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