Best John Jacobsen Podcasts (2025)

Host - Dave and Betsy Smith, Guests - Remy the Republican Dog The propaganda machine and brainwashing mechanisms in the United States are in full swing. Since the assassination of Charlie Kirk, we've witnessed the full effects of demonization against the Republican Party, the conservative movement, and Christian Americans. Every principle of propag…

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Hour 1 Host - Kathleen Winn, Guest - Ava Chen. Hour 2 Host - Ted Maxwell, Guest - Jay Tolkoff 1:31:03

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Hour 1 Host - Kathleen Winn, Guest - Ava Chen. Hour 2 Host - Ted Maxwell, Guest - Jay TolkoffBy Kathleen Winn

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Steven Pinker on Coordination, Common Knowledge, and the Retreat of Liberal Enlightenment 45:58

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Steven Pinker returns to Conversations with Tyler with an argument that common knowledge—those infinite loops of "I know that you know that I know"—is the hidden infrastructure that enables human coordination, from accepting paper money to toppling dictators. But Tyler wonders: if most real-world coordination works fine without recursively looping …

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Guests - Dominic Escamilla, Laurie Moore, Mark Beckman, Betsy Smith 1:29:42

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Guests - Dominic Escamilla, Laurie Moore, Mark Beckman, Betsy Smith Dominic Escamilla shared his personal experience attending Charlie Kirk's memorial service on Sunday. Despite standing in long lines and walking considerable distances in the heat, Escamilla described the event as deeply moving and spiritually powerful. Mark Beckman, author of "Som…

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Guests - Monty Bennett, Police Chief Chad E. Kasmar 1:29:35

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Guests - Monty Bennett, Police Chief Chad E. Kasmar Yesterday marked an unforgettable moment as thousands gathered to honor Charlie Kirk at Cardinals Stadium in Phoenix. The event, which began at 5 a.m. and concluded around 3:30 p.m., wasn't political in nature but rather a Christian gathering to honor a man who dedicated his life to his faith and …

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(From The Vault) Caviar: Chef Michael White & Sasanian Caviar 38:48

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Up until 20 years ago, caviar was a wild and highly prized delicacy from the beluga, sevruga or osetra species of sturgeon. But in recent years, caviar is sustainably farmed, resulting in a high-quality delicacy that has increased in demand, allowed it to be more approachable and accessible, and has provided surprising nutritional benefits. Acclaim…

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Guests - Jeff Utsch, Ian Trottier, John Donovan 1:30:01

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Guests - Jeff Utsch, Ian Trottier, John Donovan This Friday marks one of the toughest weeks in recent memory following the tragic loss of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA. Jeff Utsch, senior faculty lead instructor at the Leadership and Freedom Center in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, and head swim instructor at Streamline Performance, joins t…

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Guests - Shelly Boggs, Seamus Bruner, Lisa Von Geldern 1:29:26

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Guests - Shelly Boggs, Seamus Bruner, Lisa Von Geldern a heartfelt conversation with Shelly Boggs, Superintendent of Public Instruction for Maricopa County, Kathleen Winn reflects on the profound impact of Charlie Kirk's life and legacy following his tragic death. In conversation with Seamus Bruner, Director of Research at the Government Accountabi…

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Guests - Ava Chen, Steve Bannon 1:29:09

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Guests - Ava Chen, Steve Bannon The assassination of Charlie Kirk has brought America to a critical moment in its fight to defend the nation. The embodiment of American values has been murdered in the public square—a young man of faith, family, and courage who stood for traditional American ideals.By Kathleen Winn

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David Commins on Saudi Arabia, Wahhabism, and the Future of the Gulf States 51:07

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David Commins, author of the new book Saudi Arabia: A Modern History, brings decades of scholarship and firsthand experience to explain the kingdom's unlikely rise. Tyler and David discuss why Wahhabism was essential for Saudi state-building, the treatment of Shiites in the Eastern Province and whether discrimination has truly ended, why the Saudi …

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Guests - Sheronna Bishop, Stephen Mundt 1:30:23

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Guests - Sheronna Bishop, Stephen Mundt The transgender movement's influence has grown exponentially across America, reaching into schools, homes, and courts - often with devastating consequences for families. Despite President Trump's immediate actions to undo trans indoctrination and halt federal funding for organizations promoting gender ideolog…

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Guests - Dan Grossenbach, Betsy Smith, Pastor Robert Furrow 1:29:24

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Guests - Dan Grossenbach, Betsy Smith, Pastor Robert Furrow In the wake of the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, the conversation about free speech, parental rights, and the impact of gender ideology in education has taken on new urgency. The recent events have highlighted the dangerous consequences of political division and the vital importanc…

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(From The Vault) Brisket: Chef Burt Bakman & Westholme Wagyu 1:24:34

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Chef Burt Bakman opened Slab BBQ in 2018 after years and years of perfecting the craft of smoked meats. On a trip to Texas, Chef Bakman, a real estate agent at the time, was inspired by the barbeque scene and, over the next several years, decided to perfect the craft at home. He developed a reputation for outstanding barbeque and gives us in-depth …

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Guest Hosts - Dave and Betsy Smith, Guest - Josh Jacobsen 1:30:00

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Guest Hosts - Dave and Betsy Smith Guest - Josh Jacobsen The recent arrest of a suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk has sent shockwaves through the political landscape. Even those on the left are beginning to realize that there's a manifestation of violence behind divisive rhetoric. The suspect, a 22-year-old former college student who had becom…

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Guests - Rachel Keshel, Angel Barnett, Elijah Norton, Andy Biggs, Rick Shafton, Joanie Hammond, Arturo Del Ceuto, Gregg Gehringer 1:30:16

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Guests - Rachel Keshel, Angel Barnett, Elijah Norton, Andy Biggs, Rick Shafton, Joanie Hammond, Arturo Del Ceuto, Gregg Gehringer On the somber occasion of September 11, 2024, Win Tucson dedicated its broadcast to honoring Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, who was tragically killed in an apparent political assassination the previous day. …

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Guests - Dave Smith, Stephen Mundt, Betsy Smith 1:25:44

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Guests - Dave Smith, Stephen Mundt, Betsy Smith The diplomatic relationship between the United States and China continues to evolve under the Trump administration, with recent developments highlighting both tension and cautious dialogue. Secretary of War Pete Hagseth held his first call this week with his Chinese counterpart, Admiral Dong Jun, a co…

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Why We Need Stories in Times of Crisis: ETGAR KERET on Healing, Connection & Creativity in the Age of AI - Highlights 19:13

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“I feel that when you don't tell your story, it's as if you have a limited existence. We can always have some kind of choice, but I'm saying that the story we choose may be the most crucial choice that we make, because this story will affect all the other choices.” Etgar Keret is one of the most inventive and celebrated short story writers of his g…

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Finding Humanity Through Storytelling with Author & Filmmaker ETGAR KERET 1:08:23

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“When I write my stories, I don't want to solve things in life. I just want to persuade myself that there is a way out. Maybe I am in a cell, maybe I'm trapped. Maybe I won't make it, but if I can imagine a plan for escape, then I'll be less trapped because at least in my mind, there is a way. I think that my parents are survivors. They always talk…

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Guests - Lee Smith, Kimberly McAllister, Daniel Butierez, Mandy Gunasekara, Betsy Smith 1:29:45

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Guests - Lee Smith, Kimberly McAllister, Daniel Butierez, Mandy Gunasekara, Betsy Smith Lee Smith, author of the forthcoming book "The China Matrix, The Epic Story of How Donald Trump Shattered a Deadly Pack," joined Win Tucson to discuss recent geopolitical developments. Smith, an investigative journalist, shared insights on President Trump's appr…

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Guests - Robert Bowse, Alex Kolodin, Joel Strabala 1:27:43

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Guests - Robert Bowse, Alex Kolodin, Joel Strabala Robert Bowse, a financial institutions expert working in Washington D.C., detailed troubling allegations against Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The case centers on what appears to be systematic mortgage fraud involving multiple properties and false occupancy statements. Secretary of State cand…

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(From The Vault) Beef: Chef Charlie Palmer & Allen Brothers 57:25

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We continue the west coast tour with a stop in beautiful Healdsburg, California, to speak with the legendary Chef Charlie Palmer about beef!Recording from Dry Creek Kitchen, Chef takes us through his culinary journey from running from one shift to another in New York City in the 80s, moving his family to California, to opening Charlie Palmer Steak.…

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Guests - Dave Smith, Betsy Smith, Dr. Mateja De Leonni 1:29:47

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Guests - Dave Smith, Betsy Smith, Dr. Mateja De Leonni President Trump has issued an executive order renaming the US Department of Defense as the Department of War. The order designates "Department of War" as a secondary title for administrative purposes, allowing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to adopt the traditional title of Secretary of War in …

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Guests - Senator John Kavanagh, Jennifer Turner-Jones 1:31:47

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Guests - Senator John Kavanagh, Jennifer Turner-Jones State Senator John Kavanagh, representing the third legislative district in the Arizona Senate since 2023, brings a unique background to his legislative role. Before entering politics, Kavanagh served 20 years as a Port Authority Police officer in New York City. After retiring, he earned a PhD i…

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Energetic Sovereignty and Thriving in Times of Great Change with Aubrey Bamdad 1:55:51

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On this episode of the Alchemi-Culture Podcast, join Phoenix and Aubrey Bamdad in a discussion of topics including: *The impact of a mother’s mental state during pregnancy on child development *Insights into quantum healing, hormesis, and Ayurvedic Medicine’s concepts of samprapti, panchakarma and pratyahara *Critiques of Modern Medicine’s quantita…

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Guests - Ava Chen, Betsy Smith 1:30:08

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Guests - Ava Chen, Betsy Smith On September 2nd, China held what many analysts are calling the largest military parade in modern Chinese history. This event marks a critical turning point in geopolitical dynamics, according to Ava Chen of the New Federal State of China, who joined host Kathleen Winn on China Watch Wednesday. "The world is different…

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Seamus Murphy on Photographing Patterns Across Cultures 54:41

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Seamus Murphy is an Irish photographer and filmmaker who has spent decades documenting life in some of the world's most challenging places—from Taliban-controlled Afghanistan to Nigeria's Boko Haram territories. Having left recession-era Ireland in the 1980s to teach himself photography in American darkrooms, Murphy has become that rare artist who …

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Tom Horne, Keith Gross, Dave Smith, Joel Strabala 1:27:59

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Tom Horne, Keith Gross, Dave Smith, Joel Strabala State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne addressed recent public statements by Attorney General Kris Mayes claiming he had improperly approved ESA (Empowerment Scholarship Account) purchases. Legal analyst and former assistant state attorney Keith Gross provided ins…

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Guests - Dan Butierez, Steve Mundt, Nills Grevillius, Douglas Floto, Juan Ciscomani 1:31:18

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Guests - Dan Butierez, Steve Mundt, Nills Grevillius, Douglas Floto, Juan Ciscomani Congressional candidate Daniel Butierez is working hard in the final weeks before the special election for Arizona's Congressional District 7 on September 23rd. As a businessman rather than a career politician, Butierez offers a distinct alternative to his Democrati…

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Laurie Moore 1:27:32

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Laurie Moore On Wednesday, a horrific shooting occurred at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis during a service marking the beginning of the school year. According to Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara, two children, ages 8 and 10, were killed where they sat in the pews. An additional 14 students between the ages of…

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Guests - Ava Chen, Joel Strabala, Betsy Smith, Lisa Von Geldern 1:29:23

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Guests - Ava Chen, Joel Strabala, Betsy Smith, Lisa Von Geldern Winn spoke with Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China about concerns regarding Chinese Communist Party influence over Chinese students studying in American universities. A mass shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis has claimed multiple lives, including two children aged e…

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Guests - Alex Kolodin, Betsy Smith, Lisa Von Geldern 1:29:37

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Guests - Alex Kolodin, Betsy Smith, Lisa Von Geldern Representative Alex Kolodin, a candidate for Secretary of State in the 2026 election cycle, joined Winn Tucson to discuss the ongoing issues with Arizona's election procedures under current Secretary of State Adrian Fontes. Betsy Brantner Smith, Spokesperson for the National Police Association, j…

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Guests - Wayne Morrow, Stephen Mundt 1:29:58

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Guests - Wayne Morrow, Stephen Mundt Wayne Morrow, CEO of the John Birch Society, joined Winn Tucson to discuss the importance of constitutional principles and civic education as America approaches its 250th anniversary. Retired Brigadier General Steven Mundt joined the program to discuss various national security and law enforcement issues, includ…

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(From The Vault) Mozzarella: Chef Nancy Silverton & Di Stefano Cheese 31:52

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Award-winning chef Nancy Silverton of Mozza Restaurant Group joins from her restaurant kitchen to talk all things mozzarella and shares some of her favorite recipes with the ingredient. Stefano Bruno of di Stefano Cheese, a family-owned dairy company in Southern California, reflects on their tradition and passion for making cheese and the introduc…

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Guests - Nelly Holst, Laurie Moore, Lisa Von Geldern 1:28:03

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Guests - Nelly Holst, Laurie Moore, Lisa Von Geldern oday marks a special day as I turn 67 years old. Birthdays always prompt me to reflect on where I've been, where I'm going, and what I've accomplished. I'm grateful to say I'm in good health, and I've received many wonderful calls from friends and loved ones. Nellie Holst, a light therapy consult…

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Michael Letts 1:28:47

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Michael Letts Recent investigations have revealed troubling connections between major financial institutions and organizations that help illegal immigrants evade deportation. Michael Letts, founder, president, and CEO of InvestUSA, joined the program to discuss New York City mayoral candidate Zohun Mamdami's apparent shift in …

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Is Your Mouth Making You Sick? with Dr. Dirk Jacobsen 1:25:59

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On this episode of the Alchemi-Culture Podcast, join Phoenix and Dr. Dirk Jacobsen in a discussion of topics including: *Connections between dental and overall health, including airway and breathing issues, UARS, poor nutrition, and autoimmune diseases *Differences in the healthier dental structures of indigenous cultures compared to modern populat…

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Guests – Ava Chen, Joel Strabala, Laurie Moore 1:29:19

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Guests – Ava Chen, Joel Strabala, Laurie Moore While Xi Jinping wasn't physically at the negotiating table, his interests and China's influence lurked behind every conversation from August 15th through August 18th when Trump met with European leaders and Zelensky at the White House. Back in Tucson, the Ward 3 city council race demonstrates how elec…

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David Brooks on Audacity, AI, and the American Psyche (Live at 92NY) 1:10:18

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David Brooks returns to the show with a stark diagnosis of American culture. Having evolved from a Democratic socialist to a neoconservative to what he now calls "the rightward edge of the leftward tendency," Brooks argues that America's core problems aren't economic but sociological—rooted in the destruction of our "secure base" of family, communi…

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Christina Bobb, Joel Strabala 1:27:57

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Christina Bobb, Joel Strabala The conversation around gun control has reached a fever pitch in Tucson, with Attorney General Adelphia Grijalva, representatives from the Gabby Giffords Foundation, and other political figures pushing for increased restrictions on firearms. Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Poli…

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Guests – Daniel Butierez, Rick Shafton, Janet Edwards 1:28:02

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Guests – Daniel Butierez, Rick Shafton, Janet Edwards A special election for Congressional District 7 in Southern Arizona is set for September 23rd, just one month away. This race will determine who replaces the seat formerly held by Raul Grijalva. Republican candidate Daniel Butierez joined Kathleen Winn to discuss his campaign and recent debate p…

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(From The Vault) California Tomatoes: Chef Kyle Connaughton & Munak Farms 52:48

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Single Thread Farm, Restaurant, & Inn is a 3-Michelin Star powerhouse helmed by Chef Kyle Connaughton. Today we dive deep into California tomatoes and how his wife, Katina Connaughton, farms their bountiful array of vegetables for their restaurants. We then speak with Hugo Gomez of Munak Farms to talk about his family’s farm, selling at the Califor…

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Guests - Nate Foster, Gen. Stephen Mundt, Jenny Beth Martin, Janet Wittenbraker 1:30:39

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Guests - Nate Foster, Gen. Stephen Mundt, Jenny Beth Martin, Janet Wittenbraker Nate Foster from the Tucson Police Protection League, shedding light on the escalating problems in Tucson’s transit system and broader public safety concerns. retired General Steve Mundt joins to draw parallels between Tucson’s woes and national issues, then dives into …

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Guests - State Rep. Alexander Kolodin, Mo Asnani 1:29:19

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Guests - State Rep. Alexander Kolodin, Mo Asnani Representative Alexander Kolodin from District 3, currently running for secretary of state, joined Win Tucson to discuss his campaign and concerns about the current administration of election law in Arizona. Mo Asnani, founder and partner of D2 Dispensaries, discusses recent developments in the marij…

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Guests - Ava Chen, Dave Smith 1:30:30

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Guests - Ava Chen, Dave Smith The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) continues to use Chinese citizens as lab rats for medical testing. In their latest move, authorities are mandating blood tests and releasing lab mosquitoes to fight a Chikungunya outbreak that has spread across China, with nearly 1,400 reported cases in the past week. While the CCP cla…

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Nate Silver on Life’s Mixed Strategies 1:03:43

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In his third appearance on Conversations with Tyler, Nate Silver looks back at past predictions, weighs how academic ideas such as expected utility theory fare in practice, and examines the world of sports through the lens of risk and prediction. Tyler and Nate dive into expected utility theory and random Nash equilibria in poker, whether Silver's …

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Guests - Rachel Keshel, Karrin Taylor Robson, Betsy Smith 1:30:06

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Guests - Rachel Keshel, Karrin Taylor Robson, Betsy Smith State Representative Rachel Keshel (LD17) joined Kathleen Winn to discuss her ongoing legislative work and plans for re-election. Arizona gubernatorial candidate Karen Taylor Robson, a Mesa native with over 30 years of private sector experience, joined the program to discuss her campaign pri…

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Guests - Kirk Feiler, Cory McGarr, Betsy Smith, Joel Strabala, Jeff Dornik 1:29:16

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Guests - Kirk Feiler, Cory McGarr, Betsy Smith, Joel Strabala, Jeff Dornik In a significant development for Legislative District 17, Kirk Feller, the current chair of the Pinal County Republican Party, has announced his candidacy for State Representative. Another guest on the program, Betsy Brantner Smith, emphasized Feller's strong support for law…