Best Stories From The Open Gov Podcasts (2025)

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Weekend Edition: Government Shutdown, Secretary Hegseth's Address to US Admirals & Generals, Political Extremism in the United States 28:43

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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First, a discussion about the government shutdown and its impact on federal workers, with Max Stier – President & CEO of the Partnership for Public Service. Then, Retired Army Colonel Peter Mansoor – now a military historian at Ohio State University - discusses Pres…

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St. Louis’ autistic community rebuke Trump for calling autism ‘horrible, horrible crisis’ 14:22

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It’s been a week since President Donald Trump conducted a press conference where, among other things, he promoted a highly disputed link between Tylenol use during pregnancy and autism. But while most of the news coverage focused on Trump’s fixation on what causes the neurological disorder, St. Louis’ autistic community and its allies were struck b…

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What’s the future of mass transit in St. Louis? BiState’s Taulby Roach has some ideas 26:41

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On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, BiState’s Taulby Roach talks about the demise of the Green Line MetroLink plan – and why bus rapid transit could be a boon for St. Louis at a fraction of the cost. Roach also explained how BiState works, and also delved into whether it could expand to other parts of the…

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Government shutdown to run through the weekend after Republican & Democratic bills to end the shutdown again fail in the Senate; Pres. Trump says Hamas has agreed to peace plan with Israel 48:21

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On Day Three of the federal government shutdown, the Senate votes for a fourth time on the same Republican and Democratic proposals and again each fails to reach the 60 votes required to pass; President Donald Trump posts a video depicting OMB Russell Vought as the Grim Reaper as the president considers widespread layoffs of federal workers now on …

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Friday, October 3rd, 2025: USM opens new arts center; Maine woman sues state trooper over alleged excessive force 9:22

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This Day in Maine for Friday, October 3rd, 2025.

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The Conversation hana hou: The voices of 'Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!' 51:54

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Today, the Conversation is sharing interviews with the host and panelists of the popular NPR news quiz show 'Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!' ahead of their Honolulu live event.By Catherine Cruz, DW Gibson, Savannah Harriman-Pote

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Government Shutdown, OpenAI’s Sora 2, and Hegseth's Lecture 1:09:21

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Kara and Scott discuss the ramifications of the government shutdown, Electronic Arts going private, and OpenAI taking on TikTok. Then, how does real Scott feel about AI Scott? Plus, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declares the military free from woke-ness, and YouTube settles with Trump. We're going on tour! Get your tickets at pivottour.com Watch t…

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Least Hardcore Person Ever, HE IS NOT SENILE!!! 10.03.25 1:03:54

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In episode 1942, Jack and Miles are joined by writer, actor, and stand-up comedian, Marcella Arguello, to discuss… Ninja Goebbels - Totally NOT A Punk Ass B***h, In Other "They Might Just Be Bad At This News" - Pete Hegseth Is Melting Down Behind the Scenes, Mainstream Comedians Are Fucking Losers, Google AI Gives Trump’s Apparent Dementia The Stre…

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Thursday, October 2, 2025: Maine drought may settle in for the winter; services are limited at Acadia during government shutdown 9:30

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This Day in Maine for Thursday, October 2, 2025.

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Day Two of federal government shutdown. Pres. Trump posts he has 'unprecedented opportunity' to cut 'Democrat Agencies'. Rep. Jeffries (D-NY) says, 'Democrats are in this fight until we win this fight ... 50:00

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Day Two of the federal government shutdown and zero chance it will be settled today, with the Senate not conducting votes because of the Jewish holiday. Republicans and Democrats are again trading accusations over which party is at fault for the impasse, and debate over health care continues, including the Republican accusation that Democrats want …

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The Conversation: Day 2 of gov. shutdown; Pearl Harbor National Memorial is open 53:49

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HPR's Ashley Mizuo speaks to Hawaiʻi's congressional delegation about the government shutdown; Jim McCoy with Pacific Historic Parks discusses how the shutdown is impacting federal parks and historical sites on OʻahuBy Catherine Cruz, Russell Subiono

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Geist Minds Think a Zeit 10/2: Gov Shutdown, Criminalized Dissent, Jane Goodall 28:12

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In this edition of Geist Minds Think a Zeit, Jack and Miles discuss What's happening now that the government is shut down, How the expanding of the definition of terrorism is being used to criminalize dissent, The passing of Jane Goodall, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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A smoke sesh inspired Collinsville brothers' hit documentary on competitive birdwatching 41:22

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A “Big Year” is a birder’s race against the calendar to identify as many bird species as possible in one year. The new documentary “Listers,” created by two brothers from Collinsville, follows the highs, lows and quirks of that quest — and their newfound appreciation for birdwatching.

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Fox News Horny For Barron, Tariff-ying Halloween! 10.02.25 1:15:45

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In episode 1941, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and co-author of Muddy Waters Too, Ben Katzner, to discuss… Fox News Is Being Creepy As Hell About Barron Trump’s Date, Is Trump Already Ruining Halloween? Cops Pull Over A Waymo For An Illegal U-Turn…, Is The Future Of Hollywood The Plot Of A Shitty Al Pacino Movie?? And more! Fox News Is Bein…

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Tom ‘Papa’ Ray returns for new season of ‘Vintage Vinyl Roadshow’ 24:07

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Over 40 years ago, Tom “Papa” Ray helped open Vintage Vinyl, one of America’s last independent record stores. In 2020, Ray started production on a docuseries made for television called “Papa Ray’s Vintage Vinyl Roadshow.” The show’s second season premieres on Nine PBS this Saturday, Oct. 4. Ray shares how he went from selling records at Soulard Mar…

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Day One of the federal government shutdown, Democrats & Republicans blame each other; White House says federal worker layoffs are 'imminent' 52:17

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Day one of the federal government shutdown, with hundreds of thousands of federal workers on furlough, White House preparing for layoffs, some government services suspended and both parties blaming the other. We will hear from the Vice President JD Vance, Congressional leaders, and some rank-and-file Members of Congress explaining the situation to …

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Wednesday, October 1st, 2025: Maine Family Planning to end primary care services; heating oil reliance drops 15:35

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This Day in Maine for Wednesday, October 1st, 2025.

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‘I Voted’ sticker contest in STL County focuses on sixth- through 12th graders 15:55

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St. Louis County Library and the St. Louis County Board of Elections are inviting students in grades 6-12 to participate in their second “I Voted” sticker contest with a new “Future Voter” category. SLCL Director Kristen Sorth and St. Louis County Board of Elections Public Information Officer Kate Springer discuss the focus on youth, contest rules …

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The Conversation: Federal shutdown; New UH fisheries program 49:47

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U.S. Rep. Ed Case reacts to the government shutdown, the first since 2019; The University of Hawaiʻi has hired eight new faculty to lead a sustainable fisheries graduate programBy Catherine Cruz, DW Gibson, Maddie Bender

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Missouri Gov. Kehoe activates National Guard to assist ICE agents 11:20

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The Missouri National Guard is now assisting Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Gov. Mike Kehoe says 15 Guard members will help with administrative and logistical work at ICE processing facilities. STLPR politics correspondent Jason Rosenbaum explains what this means — and how it differs from troop operations in Los Angeles and Chicago.…

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When September Trends 10/1: Baseball, Government Shutdown, Trump's "Ceasefire" Proposal 32:45

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In this edition of Wake Me Up when September Trends, Jack and Miles discuss Postseason baseball, The government shutdown, Trump's non-ceasefire proposal for Israel, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban getting divorced, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Mr Beast Is Just Jigsaw Now? Rapture = NEXT Week (For SURE) 10.01.25 1:02:38

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In episode 1940, Jack and Miles are joined by hosts of Reading Glasses & Reading Smut, Mallory O'Meara & Brea Grant, to discuss…Ooops! Yall Thought The Rapture Was LAST Week? Naw... It’s Actually NEXT Week! Dynamic Pricing Doesn’t Just Cost The Rich, Jigsaw--Uh... Mr. Beast Defends Trapping Man In Burning Building and more! Ooops! Yall Thought The …

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Pres. Trump says federal government shutdown 'likely' with GOP & Democrats still far apart on what should be in funding extension 53:39

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A federal government shutdown is looking like it is going to happen with President Donald Trump and Republicans and Democrats in Congress sticking to their positions about what must be included and not included in a funding extension, and no compromise agreement in sight that can get the needed 60 votes in the Senate to pass; President Trump and Pf…

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Legal Roundtable: Fraud case against STL developers dropped, redistricting fights loom, more 49:41

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Years of complaints from tenants has led to multiple lawsuits against the developers behind Lux Living, Asprient Properties and STL CityWide. But federal fraud charges looming over Sid Chakraverty, his brother, Vic Alston, and their accountant, Shijing “Poppy” Cao were abruptly dropped this summer. On this episode of the Legal Roundtable, our panel…

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Tuesday, September 30, 2025: Potential government shutdown could have ripple effects in Maine; federal EV tax credits expiring 6:41

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This Day in Maine for Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

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The Conversation: State Supreme Court chief justice retires; Hawaiian Council 51:43

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Mark Recktenwald, chief justice of the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court, reflects on his time on the bench as he prepares to step down; Hawaiian Council CEO Kūhiō Lewis explains the organization's decision to rebrandBy Catherine Cruz, Bill Dorman

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No More Fat Trenderals 9/30: Eric Adams, The Word "Nuclear" 27:11

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In this edition of No More Fat Trenderals, Jack and Miles discuss Eric Adams dropping out of the New York mayoral race, Trump being upset that he can't use the word "Nuclear", and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Saudi Comedy Festival Controversy, Threads' Major Milestone, and Trump's Movie Tariff 1:09:20

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Kara and Scott discuss comedians participating in Saudi Arabia's comedy festival, Threads surpassing X in daily active users, and Nexstar and Sinclair caving on Kimmel. Then, Trump says he's imposing a tariff on foreign-made movies, but who are the real winners and losers? Plus, former FBI Director James Comey gets indicted, though Trump insists it…

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MedBed Can Cure Dead? Gaping Mouths > Taping Mouths 09.30.25 1:08:12

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In episode 1939, Jack and Miles are joined by co-host of Stuff They Don't Want You To Know, Ridiculous History, and Wrongful Conviction, Ben Bowlin, to discuss… Elon Deleted That Tweet About Trump Being In The Epstein Files... Musk Also In Files Tho? Trump Isn’t Polling Well But At Least He Can Offer Us Medbeds? This Just In: Don’t Tape Your Mouth …

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A St. Louis-based company invites high school students to consider a career in construction 20:47

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Almost half of skilled trade workers are nearing retirement. ConstructReach aims to fill that imminent gap by providing young people with training and skills for careers in construction. CEO and founder Paul Robinson discusses the challenges facing the construction industry, the job landscape for young professionals and the mission of his organizat…

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131 years later, John Buckner’s lynching will be marked in St. Louis County 29:35

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John Buckner was lynched in 1894; his body left to hang from a bridge over the Meramec River. More than 130 years later, Buckner’s killing is being memorialized through a new historical marker in Buder Park in St. Louis County. Washington University professors Geoff Ward and David Cunningham discuss the role of public memorials and America’s histor…

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Vice Pres. Vance predicts federal government 'headed into a shutdown' after GOP & Democratic Congressional leaders meet with Pres. Trump 41:29

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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), House Minority LeaderHakeem Jeffries (D-NY), along with Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) and House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) all meet at the White House to try to reach a deal to keep the federal government open past Tuesday night. President Trump meets with Israeli Prime Minister BenjaminNetan…

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Monday, September 29, 2025: Former national park official says Acadia should close if government shuts down; Maine businesses worry about higher visa fees 13:09

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This Day in Maine for Monday, September 29, 2025.

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Weektrend Zeitgeist 9/29: Bad Bunny, War with Portland, Comey Indictment 55:09

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In this edition of the Weektrend Zeitgeist, Jack and Miles discuss Bad Bunny performing at the Super Bowl, Trump beginning a war with Portland, James Comey being indicted, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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The Conversation: Native Hawaiian political history; Overthrow walking tours return 53:46

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Honolulu Councilmember Esther Kiaʻāina talks Native Hawaiian political history and current federal funding threats; The "Mai Poina: The Overthrow Walking Tours" return after a pandemic hiatusBy Catherine Cruz, Maddie Bender, DW Gibson

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Weekly Zeitgeist 400 (Best of 9/22/25-9/26/25) 1:01:15

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The weekly round-up of the best moments from DZ's season 407! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Weekend Edition: Political Polarization in the U.S., Jimmy Kimmel & the FCC, and FDA's new approach on vaccine policy and autism research 31:28

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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First, a discussion with former Democratic Congressmen Tim Roemer – and Republican Congressman Charles Boustany from the non-profit group Issue One -- on efforts to reduce political polarization in the U.S. Then, Former FCC Chair Tom Wheeler discusses the Jimmy Kimm…

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Friday, September 26, 2025: Gov. Mills on Question 2; heat in Maine schools 17:26

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This Day in Maine for Friday, September 26, 2025.

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Former FBI Dir James Comey indicted and other top stories this week 56:52

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While Congress is out of session, and President Donald Trump spent the day in New York at the Ryder Cup golf tournament, Washington Today look at some of the major stories this past week, including: *Former FBI Director James Comey is indicted for lying to Congress. President Trump says it is justice and not revenge against a political opponent. *D…

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The Conversation hana hou: Spotlighting the harp 51:57

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Today on the program, we're revisiting a few of our interviews with accomplished and creative harpists.By Catherine Cruz, Maddie Bender

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Officials call new NGA campus opening a ‘catalyst’ for north St. Louis 12:27

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After years of construction and planning, Friday marked the opening of the new National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency campus in St. Louis. STLPR economic development reporter Kavahn Mansouri was on the scene for the event, along with public officials including U.S. Rep. Wesley Bell and director of national intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. Mansouri shar…

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Powell Hall reopens as the SLSO debuts Kevin Puts’ 'House of Tomorrow' 37:40

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Powell Hall, the century-old home of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, has reopened after a two-year, $140 million expansion and renovation. STLPR arts and culture senior reporter Jeremy D. Goodwin talks about the hall’s transformation. Then, newly appointed composer-in-residence Kevin Puts, a St. Louis native and Pulitzer Prize- and Grammy Award-w…