Join us as we talk about policy, not politics! We take a non-partisan approach to discussing serious topics with serious people, all while mixing in lots of humor, some wit, and a slight chance of sarcasm. 😐 Every episode, we’ll kick things off with a question. We’ll explore how Michigan policy decisions impact you and your community. We’ll cover everything from Michigan Supreme Court rulings to pending legislation, executive actions, and maybe even some buzz from the AG and SOS. We’ve got y ...
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Episode 7 | What Don't You Know You Don't Know | Michigan Supreme Court
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Episode 7: What Don’t You Know You Don’t Know? - The Michigan Supreme Court In this episode of The Drumbeat with Josie and Pete, we're switching gears and diving into the heart of Michigan's highest court. But don't worry—we're not here to bore you with dry legal jargon. Josie and Pete kick things off with some offbeat humor, taking you behind the …
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Episode 6 | What Don't You Know You Don't Know | Legislative Edition
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Summary: The episode starts with a lively introduction reflecting on the new year 2025. Josie and Pete discuss their thoughts and musings about the year ahead, touching on popular culture references including Tommy by The Who and Taylor Swift. The focus shifts to the legislative landscape in Michigan, introducing the primary theme: navigating the c…
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Episode 5 | How Drunk Is Too Drunk To Do A Podcast
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Title: Drumbeats and Holidays: From Lansing to Solitary Nights Celebrate the holidays with Josie and Pete in this lively and unconventional episode of The Drumbeat. Recorded fireside with festive drinks (shoutout to the dill pickle martinis—never again), they share heartfelt laughs, personal stories, and unfiltered reflections. From the chaos of La…
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In this episode of The Drumbeat with Josie and Pete, we take a deep dive into the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the challenges citizens face in accessing public records. Joined by legal experts Justin Long and James Cresta, we explore how FOIA is meant to promote transparency and accountability—but often falls short due to systemic barriers…
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Episode 3 | Why Aren't People Voting
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Episode 3: Why Aren’t People Voting? In this of The Drum Beat, Josie and Pete take on a critical question: Why aren’t more people voting? Despite the importance of elections, millions of eligible voters stay home. Is it distrust in politicians, a lack of understanding about the process, or simply a belief that one vote doesn’t make a difference? To…
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Episode 2 | When Is Enough Enough | Michigan's Second Look Legislation
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Hosts Josie Ann Lee and Pete Martel discuss the Second Look legislation in Michigan, which would allow judges to revisit sentences for long-serving prisoners. Currently, Michigan has a high percentage of people serving sentences of 10+ years and an average sentence length three times the national average. Second Look would give judges the opportuni…
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We are excited to launch The Drumbeat with Josie & Pete! Welcome to Episode One where we start with the question: HOW DID WE GET HERE? Josie and Pete's friendship goes all the way back to kindergarten in 1979. But after graduating high school in 1992, their paths diverged dramatically. Pete became involved in crime, while Josie prepared for college…
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DRUMBEAT EPISODE #1 | How Did We Get Here?
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We are excited to launch The Drumbeat with Josie & Pete! Welcome to Episode One where we start with the question: HOW DID WE GET HERE? Josie and Pete's friendship goes all the way back to kindergarten in 1979. But after graduating high school in 1992, their paths diverged dramatically. Pete became involved in crime, while Josie prepared for college…
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