Best Michael Brodkorb Podcasts (2026)

David Shuster is an Emmy award winning broadcast journalist who is best known for his work at NBC News and MSNBC and his ongoing YouTube videos on “Rebel HQ.”By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Bonus Episode: A Break Down on Gov. Walz's Surprise Exit 1:16:37

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky!’ In this episode, Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb dive deep into the breaking news that Governor Tim Walz announced he will not seek a third term in 2026. They discuss the implications of Walz’s decision on his political legacy, potential Democratic candidates likely t…

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Brittlestar – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 22:49

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Brittlestar (Stewart Reynolds) has built a global following by combining sharp wit, family-friendly humour, and razor-clear observations about the absurdities of modern life. With more than 650 million views across platforms and hundreds of thousands tuning in weekly, his videos make people laugh, think… and occasionally wonder if he’s spying on th…

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Chris Kluwe – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 21:48

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The son of a local energy and refinery project manager, Chris grew up in a middle-class family in Orange County. He attended public school from kindergarten through college in Southern California, developing a fearless sense of leadership both in the classroom and on the football field. As he continued his football career at UCLA, where he graduate…

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Cliff Schecter – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 44:43

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Cliff Schecter didn’t just discover the GOP’s bad, find our voices & switch sides. We’ve been at it for 25 yrs. Cliff wrote the ads that helped Biden beat Trump in ’20. David exposed GOP corruption as an Emmy-winning anchor at MSNBC & CNN. https://www.blueamp.co/subscribeBy Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Dr. Joe Eastman – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 22:48

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Dr. Joe Eastman is an expert disease modeler who frequently discusses COVID, flu, measles, and more on the Matt McNeil Show.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Drew Ross – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 21:23

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Drew Ross is a writer, editor, and researcher. For his writing on local history, he won the 2024 Solon J. Buck Award from the Minnesota Historical Society. He lives in St. Paul, Minnesota. Bill Lindeke is an urban geographer and writer who focuses on how our environments shape our lives. He is the author of St. Paul: an Urban Biography and Closing …

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John Parker of The Gaily Show – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 22:01

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The Gaily Show is the only daily LGBTQ radio news and talk show in the US. GLAAD Media Award nominees John Parker and Jim Pounds host an unapologetic hour with legislators, authors, journalists, organizers, researchers, and more. We feature the following contributors (see graphic below for schedule): • Tammye Nash, Dallas Voice • Jake Wittich, Wind…

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Greg Bakun – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 19:35

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Greg Bakun is the host of Ghost Box Radio, airing every weeknight on AM950 at 10 PM.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Kat Abughazaleh – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 21:50

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Kat Abughazaleh is running for Congress in Illinois’ Ninth District because Democrats need to do more to stop Trump and fight for working people.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Larry Millett – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 44:37

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Larry Millett, a native of Minneapolis, is a graduate of St. John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota (BA, English, 1969) and the University of Chicago (MA, English, 1970). He spent much of his career as a writer, reporter, and editor for the St. Paul Pioneer Press, joining the newspaper in 1972. In 1984, he won a Knight Fellowship to the Univers…

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Mary Lucia – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 19:27

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Mary Lucia is a media broadcast personality, writer, actor, and voiceover artist. She worked at The Current from 2005 to 2022 and was well known for her unconventional style and expansive music knowledge. She hosted the local music show Popular Creeps, twice a Minnesota Music Award winner for Best Locally Produced Show, and she was voted best FM ra…

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Patti Vasquez – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 21:51

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“Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez” is a progressive talk show with heart and humor. Patti engages guests and listeners in discussions about the issues that matter most to them, shining a spotlight on local and national stories, never steering her audience astray. The show is also broadcast on AM 950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota KTNF and Alt…

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Paul Metsa – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 42:08

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Paul Metsa is a legendary musician and songwriter from Minnesota. Born on the Iron Range, he has been based in Minneapolis since 1978. He has received seven Minnesota Music Awards and has played more than five thousand gigs, including forays to Iceland and Siberia. He lives in Northeast Minneapolis with his faithful dog, Blackie; a dozen or so guit…

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Paul Niland – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 44:41

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Paul Niland is an Irish journalist based in Ukraine. He is the founder of the country’s national suicide prevention hotline, Lifeline UkraineBy Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Peter Geye – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 21:18

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Peter Geye is the author of the award-winning novels Safe from the Sea, The Lighthouse Road, and Wintering, winner of the Minnesota Book Award, Northernmost, The Ski Jumpers, and A Lesser Light. Geye received his MFA from the University of New Orleans and his PhD from Western Michigan University, where he was editor of Third Coast. Born and raised …

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Richard Carlbom – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 42:33

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Richard Carlbom is the head of the Minnesota DFL.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Robert Pilot – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 43:58

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Robert Pilot/Wakaja Hari is the host of Native Roots Radio, heard 5 nights a week on AM950.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Sasha Davis – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 22:09

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Sasha Davis is an activist and professor in the Department of Environmental and Sustainability Studies at Keene State College in New Hampshire. He is author of Islands and Oceans: Reimagining Sovereignty and Social Change and The Empires’ Edge: Militarization, Resistance, and Transcending Hegemony in the Pacific.…

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Trace Beaulieu – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 23:48

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TRACE BEAULIEU is a comic actor, writer, and performer. He was a founding member of the Emmy-nominated, Peabody Award-winning, cult hit show, Mystery Science Theater 3000. In addition to writing, occasionally directing, designing and building sets and props, Trace performed the puppet character Crow T. Robot, and mad scientist Dr. Clayton Forrester…

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A Break Down of the Fallout as Fraud Goes Viral 1:42:08

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In this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, hosts Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb kick off 2026 by diving into the viral video by YouTuber Nick Shirley that exposes alleged daycare fraud in Minnesota. Michael and Becky discuss the widespread reactions from both political parties, including responses from Governor Tim Walz, Attorney…

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The Matt McNeil Show – December 30, 2025 44:38

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It’s Matt’s annual year-in-review hour with Jeff Stein today!By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Matt McNeil with Michael Brodkorb (12/19/25) 17:58

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Michael Brodkorbb joins Matt to talk Vikings vs. Giants and the big Bears-Packers game this weekend!By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Paul Metsa with Matt – December 18, 2025 18:45

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Legendary Iron Range band Cats Under the Stars are re-releasing their 45 RPM single “Louie, Louie” / “Blue Ghosts” from 1982 (recorded at the Children’s Theater studio) along with a previously unreleased rap song written by Cats guitarist Jack Pasternacki that Paul and Jack recorded in 1984 called “Under Grey Skies in the Buffalo Zone.” This releas…

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A Break Down of Trump, Immigration, ICE, Straw Poll & Tafoya 1:52:53

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Welcome to the spiciest and longest episode (to date) of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky! Join Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr as they speak with guests Julius Hernandez and Preya Samsundar, who offer their perspectives on Governor Tim Walz’s handling of fraud, ICE raids in Minnesota, and the upcoming gubernatorial and Senate races. Highli…

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Jeff Stein with Matt – December 17, 2025 22:51

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Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo and the Iowa Politics Report joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:30.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (12/16/25) 18:27

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Patrick Coolican returns for our weekly conversation with Brett about what’s happening in the Minnesota Reformer. Today they talk about ICE raids impacting immigrant businesses, a Trump administration investigation of Minnesota’s unemployment insurance program and a new Republican Party MN Governor poll. Find more about what they talked about at: h…

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Melissa Corrigan with Matt – December 15, 2025 22:49

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US Navy veteran, freelance writer & investigative columnist, philosopher & community builder. Ally. Advocate. Armed with truth and a keyboard.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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A Break Down of Harassment, Fraud, and the Governor’s Race 1:54:39

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Welcome to another episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky!’ Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr return to discuss the recent harassment that led to an unscheduled pause in recording podcast episodes. Michael and Becky then shift to the important topic of fraud in Minnesota and its implications for the 2026 election. They examine the claim…

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Matt McNeil with Michael Brodkorb (12/12/25) 19:06

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Matt and Michael have our weekly Vikings update as they react to a much needed Vikings win and talk about Sunday’s game vs. the Dallas Cowboys.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Jeff Stein with Matt – December 10, 2025 22:52

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Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo and the Iowa Politcs Report joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:30.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Brett Johnson with Max Nesterak of the MN Reformer (12/9/25) 13:33

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Brett was joined by Minnesota Reformer writer Max Nesterak, as they discussed his recent article, “Prosecutors have brought over 3,500 charges for marijuana possession in cars since legalization.” Read it at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/12/09/prosecutors-have-brought-over-3500-charges-for-marijuana-possession-in-cars-since-legalization/…

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Jonathan Larsen with Matt – December 8, 2025 22:49

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Jonathan Larsen is a journalist who has worked at CNN, MSNBC, and The Young Turks (TYT). He created Up with Chris Hayes, helped launch Anderson Cooper 360, was a senior producer on Countdown with Keith Olbermann, and was managing editor/executive producer at TYT, America’s largest online progressive news network. His original reporting has been cit…

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Matt McNeil with Michael Brodkorb (12/5/25) 18:45

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Matt and Michael have our weekly Vikings update as they commiserate over the lost season and preview Sunday’s game vs. Washington.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Jeff Stein with Matt – December 3, 2025 22:50

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Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo and the Iowa Politics Report joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:30.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Brett with Patrick Coolican (12/2/25) 18:02

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Brett has our weekly conversation with the editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer, Patrick Coolican. Today they talked about a new federal investigation about alleged ties between Somali-Americans convicted of stealing money from public programs and al-Shabaab, Tim Walz going on Meet the Press and more. Find more about what they talked about at:…

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (11/25/25) 15:54

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Brett was joined by editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer, Patrick Coolican. They talked about Right-wing reporting on Somali money allegedly going to al-Shabaab and more a super PAC dropping big money in the Minnesota’s US Senate primary. Find more about what they talked about at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/11/25/right-wing-reporting-o…

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Michael Brodkorb with Matt – November 25, 2025 18:27

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Michael Brodkorb joins weekly during football season to preview and review this week’s Vikings games.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Terry John Zila with Matt – November 24, 2025 19:18

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Terry John Zila has been experimenting in the kitchen his entire life. Twenty years in the restaurant industry has exposed him to a wide variety of cooking styles. In his private dining and corporate events and in-home cooking classes, he uses that culinary knowledge to create unique events. Whatever cuisine you might like, be it Asian, European or…

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Matt McNeil with Michael Brodkorb (11/21/25) 16:46

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It’s border battle week! Matt and Michael Brodkorb preview this weekend’s Vikings vs. Packers game at Lambeau Field.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Matt McNeil with Dr. Joe Eastman (11/21/25) 22:50

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Dr. Joe Eastman joins Matt to talk about a rising COVID-19 variant, a poorly matched seasonal flu strain, and escalating measles outbreaks that could cost the U.S. its elimination status. He stressed concern over avian influenza (bird flu) acquiring human-to-human transmission, noting that continuous disease spread and deregulation are increasing o…

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A Break Down with Congressman Brad Finstad: Shutdowns, Ag, and Accountability 46:44

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Welcome to another episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky‘! In this episode, hosts Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr talk with Congressman Brad Finstad, who represents Minnesota’s First Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. The discussion covers the recent government shutdown, the frustration on both sides, and th…

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Addie Gorlin-Han with Matt – November 20, 2025 16:16

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Addie Gorlin-Han is the director of the Guthrie Theater’s presentation of A Christmas Carol, running now through December 28. https://www.guthrietheater.org/shows-and-tickets/a-christmas-carol/ Addie is a director, producer, and educator invested in the regional theater movement, new musical development, and theater for all-ages. She works as Assoc…

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Jessica Lussenhop with Matt – November 20, 2025 15:00

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Before becoming the host of our upcoming podcast, I was a reporter with ProPublica’s Midwest team covering Minnesota, my home state. I wrote about issues affecting vulnerable populations with a special interest in child welfare, criminal justice and housing. My reporting has changed state housing laws and touched off enforcement actions by the Minn…

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Jeff Stein with Matt – November 19, 2025 22:50

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Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo and the Iowa Politics Report joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:30.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Robert Pilot with Rep. Heather Keeler 12:00

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Robert Pilot was joined by Heather Keeler, current member of the MN House from district 4A in northwestern Minnesota. Keeler recently announced that she will now run for Congress in Minnesota’s 7th district, currently held by Republican Michelle Fischbach.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (11/18/25) 15:55

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It’s our weekly conversation with the editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer, Patrick Coolican. Today’s topics include DFLers making a big bet on paid family leave and Lisa Demuth announcing she will abide by the Republican endorsement. Find more about the paid family leave article at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/11/18/minnesota-democrats…

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Michael Brodkorb with Matt – November 14, 2025 19:12

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Michael Brodkorb joins weekly during football season to preview and review this week’s Vikings games.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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A Break Down on Frey's Win and Running Mates 1:04:45

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Welcome to another episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky‘! In this episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky‘, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr bring a more relaxed discussion after last week’s intense roundtable episode! The duo dives into election updates, including news that Ryan Wilson has been named Speaker Lisa Demuth’s…