Best Trey Watson Podcasts (2025)

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Live from the 9th Annual Summer Conference on Election Science, Reform, and Administration (ESRA) (with Trey Hood) 32:32

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Trey Hood, Professor of Political Science at the University of Georgia and Director of the University of Georgia’s SPIA Survey Research Center.By AEI Podcasts

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The Election Supporting Technology Evaluation Program (ESTEP), Explained (with Jay Phelps) 45:48

18d ago45:48

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Jay Phelps, Director of the Election Supporting Technology Evaluation Program at the United States Election Assistance Commission.By AEI Podcasts

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The Meaning of "Election Day" (with Russ Nobile) 52:07

1M ago52:07

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Russ Nobile, Senior Attorney at Judicial Watch.By AEI Podcasts

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California Votin' (with Dean C. Logan) 53:51

2M ago53:51

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Dean C. Logan, Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk of Los Angeles (CA) County.By AEI Podcasts

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A Conversation with Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett 37:40

2M ago37:40

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Tre Hargett, Tennessee's Secretary of State.By AEI Podcasts

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Developing and Testing Election Technology (with Jared Marcotte) 48:56

3M ago48:56

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Jared Marcotte, President of The Turnout.By AEI Podcasts

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John Keating: We Get to Go to a Ballgame Every Day 24:31

3M ago24:31

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Daniella Bruce sits down with longtime Detroit sportscaster John Keating in this special edition of The Conversation Line. As Keating prepares to retire at the end of the Red Wings season, the two reflect on his remarkable career— from covering iconic Detroit sports moments to becoming a staple of Red Wings broadcasts. He shares how it felt to be h…

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Austin Watson: Tough character 27:30

3M ago27:30

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Ken Kal sits down with Red Wings forward Austin Watson. Known for his physical style of play, Watson discusses his role as an enforcer, his mindset when dropping the gloves, and the importance of standing up for his teammates. He reflects on his journey to Detroit, sharing experiences from his time in Nashville and what it means to join the team he…

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Trey Augustine: One Game at a Time 11:24

3M ago11:24

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Daniella Bruce sits down with Red Wings goaltending prospect and current Michigan State Spartans netminder, Trey Augustine. The two discuss Augustine’s standout season, including being named Big Ten Goaltender of the Year and a finalist for the Mike Richter Award, as well as his growth from year to year. What has he improved on the most? How has pl…

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Kris Draper: The grind never stops 31:55

4M ago31:55

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal sit down with Red Wings assistant general manager and director of amateur scouting, Kris Draper. The trio dives into Draper’s transition from player to front-office leader, his approach to scouting, and how he’s helping shape the future of the Red Wings. How has player development evolved since his playing days? What does…

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Craig Smith: Detroit feels like home 16:25

4M ago16:25

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal sit down with one of the newest members of the Red Wings, Craig Smith. The trio discuss Smith’s transition to Detroit following the trade deadline, his excitement about joining the team, and his first impressions of the locker room. How is he adjusting to his new teammates? What makes Detroit feel like home for the Midwes…

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Britta Ottoboni & Lisa McDowell: Fueling and Fixing the Red Wings 22:15

4M ago22:15

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Daniella Bruce sits down with Red Wings massage therapist Britta Ottoboni and Red Wings dietitian Lisa McDowell in honor of Women’s History Month. Britta shares her journey from athletic training to working with Olympic athletes before joining the Red Wings, while Lisa discusses her role in optimizing player nutrition and hydration. What’s the most…

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Albert Johansson: A lot of hockey 20:25

5M ago20:25

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Ken Kal sits down with Red Wings defenseman Albert Johansson who shares insights about growing up in Karlstad, Sweden and his family’s deep hockey roots. He discusses being drafted by Detroit, the challenges of adapting to the speed of the NHL, and his time with the Grand Rapids Griffins. Also in this episode, hear about the impact of coaching chan…

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What Can States Do to Improve Voter Lists? (with Michael Watson) 40:40

5M ago40:40

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Michael Watson, Secretary of State of Mississippi and incoming president of the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS).By AEI Podcasts

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Todd McLellan: A clean canvas 15:46

5M ago15:46

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Ken Kal sits down with Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan to explore his journey from small-town Saskatchewan to the NHL. McLellan reflects on his early playing days and his transition into head coaching in San Jose after winning the Stanley Cup with Detroit as an assistant coach in 2008. Also in this episode, McLellan shares his philosophy on team…

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Alex Lyon: Lyon Eyes 22:13

6M ago22:13

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal sit down with Red Wings goalie Alex Lyon this week. The netminder talks about his adjustment from living in a rural Minnesota town with no stoplights to playing Ivy League college hockey at Yale. At what point of his career did he start his trademarked "Lyon Eyes" stare-down? Also in this episode, Lyon explains how the pr…

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Priorities for Election Administration Reform (with Brad Raffensperger) 33:01

6M ago33:01

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Brad Raffensperger, Secretary of State of Georgia. Show Notes: Secretary Raffensperger Announces the “Georgia Plan” for Federal Election ReformBy AEI Podcasts

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Moritz Seider: Upward direction 20:00

6M ago20:00

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal are joined by Red Wings defenseman Moritz "Mo" Seider this week. The three talk about his track from Zell, Germany to Detroit, Michigan and his favorite parts about the city. How was Seider exposed to the game of hockey in a country that's known for soccer? Also in this episode, Seider remembers taking a trip to the U.S. …

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Alex DeBrincat: Everything happens for a reason 21:57

6M ago21:57

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal are joined by Red Wings right winger Alex DeBrincat this week. The Michigan native goes back to his days in Farmington Hills and Traverse City and talks about playing for the team he grew up rooting for. Which former Red Wings player did he try to model his game after? Also in this episode, DeBrincat shares his thoughts o…

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Jason Benetti & Dan Dickerson: On the Call 45:35

6M ago45:35

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Ken Daniels is joined by the television and radio voices of the Detroit Tigers, Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson, respectively, this week to share broadcasting memories from the various booths they've called games from. How did they each find an affinity for the art of play-by-play? The trio also preview the upcoming "Hot Stove Stories! Rounding the…

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Patrick Kane: It's Showtime 36:11

7M ago36:11

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels are joined by three-time Stanley Cup champion Patrick Kane this week. Now in his 19th season in the NHL, Kane is still able to remember the details of his 474 (and counting) career goals and reveals which individual trophy means the most to him. What happened to the infamous puck shot by Kane that clinched the 2010 St…

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The Electoral College and the Electoral Count Reform Act (with Richard H. Pildes) 36:26

7M ago36:26

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Richard H. Pildes, Sudler Family Professor of Constitutional Law at New York University School of Law.By AEI Podcasts

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Shawn Horcoff: You can't ask for a better situation 22:12

7M ago22:12

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal are joined by Detroit Red Wings assistant GM / Grand Rapids Griffins GM Shawn Horcoff this week to talk hockey development and management. The trio discuss the difficulty jumping from the AHL to the NHL. How did Horcoff go from competing against Steve Yzerman to working alongside him? Also in this episode, Horcoff shares …

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Simon Edvinsson: A special atmosphere here 27:36

7M ago27:36

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal sit down with Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson this week to talk about his childhood memories growing up near Gothenburg, Sweden - from fishing with family to playing in competitive soccer tournaments all over Europe. Which Red Wings teammate is the best soccer player? Also in this episode, Edvinsson shares his though…

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Cam Talbot: Every day is a good day 24:39

7M ago24:39

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal sit down with Red Wings goalie, Cam Talbot this week as he approaches a career milestone. With 498 career games under his belt, what will number 500 mean to him? From a small town in Ontario to the University of Alabama in Huntsville, Talbot explains when the possibility of playing in the NHL sank in. Also in this episode…

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Pavel Datsyuk: Don't forget to tip me 22:20

8M ago22:20

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels are joined by newly minted Red Wings Hall of Famer, Pavel Datsyuk. As Datsyuk reflects on his impressive 14-year NHL career, what stands out the most to him? Daniels recounts some of his favorite Pavel memories, including moments with Brett Hull, Brendan Shanahan, and Igor Larionov. For Pavel, what was it like to play…

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How Election Rules Affect Who Wins (with Eitan Hersh) 39:32

8M ago39:32

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Eitan Hersh, Professor of Political Science at Tufts University. Materials Discussed: "How Election Rules Affect Who Wins" "How Did Absentee Voting Affect the 2020 U.S. Election?"By AEI Podcasts

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Election Day Updates from Election Officials and Experts 2:46:51

8M ago2:46:51

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer speak with state and local election administrators, as well as experts on election administration for live updates on Election Day 2024.By AEI Podcasts

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Brady Munger & John Remejes: Behind the gear 34:39

8M ago34:39

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels sit down with Red Wings equipment managers Brady Munger and John Remejes, as the duo share their unique behind-the-bench perspective. Does a broken stick really make a distinct sound? How long does it take to pack all team gear post-game? Also in this episode, the story of one NHL goalie accidentally locking himself i…

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Marco Kasper: Time to adjust 21:44

8M ago21:44

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels are joined by Red Wings center Marco Kasper this week. The three discuss Kasper's path from Austria to Sweden to the NHL in Detroit and how playing in different overseas leagues helped shape his game. What was the transition to American hockey like? Also in this episode, Kasper explains his brief acting career and let…

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Lucas Raymond: We want to win here 25:18

8M ago25:18

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels sit down with Red Wings winger Lucas Raymond this week. The trio discuss the eight-year deal Raymond signed with Detroit in September. How does #23 feel about being a core piece of the Red Wings future? Teammate Mo Seider also signed a big contract this offseason. How has Lucas and Mo’s friendship developed over the y…

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A Conversation with Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd 29:00

8M ago29:00

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Cord Byrd, Florida's Secretary of State.By AEI Podcasts

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Derek Lalonde: You know what you're getting 36:28

9M ago36:28

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Daniella Bruce and Ken Daniels sit down with Red Wings head coach, Derek Lalonde to discuss his unconventional route to coaching in the NHL. Lalonde recounts his college goaltending days, his love for coaching at every level, and what it was like to bring the Stanley Cup back to his hometown in Brasher Falls, NY. What’s one thing that will get a ty…

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Running Elections in Tampa After Hurricanes Helene and Milton: A Local Election Administrator’s Perspective (with Craig Latimer, Supervisor of Elections in Hillsborough County, FL) 33:35

9M ago33:35

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Craig Latimer, Supervisor of Elections in Hillsborough County, FL. Show Notes: Executive Order of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis regarding electionsBy AEI Podcasts

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Keeping Elections Running After Hurricane Helene (with Karen Brinson Bell, Executive Director of the North Carolina State Board of Elections) 46:03

9M ago46:03

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Karen Brinson Bell, Executive Director of the North Carolina State Board of Elections.By AEI Podcasts

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Introducing The Conversation Line 19:19

9M ago19:19

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Red Wings broadcasters Daniella Bruce, Ken Daniels, and Ken Kal sit down to preview their new podcast, The Conversation Line. The trio discuss the unique paths that led them to the broadcast booth. Plus, we learn about Kal’s DJ alter ego, Doug Deep, and just how often the Kens are mistaken for one another.…

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Strengthening Trust in Elections Through Voter List Maintenance (with Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose) 44:55

9M ago44:55

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Frank LaRose, Ohio Secretary of State.By AEI Podcasts

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Threats to Election Security: What Not to Worry About (with Emily Frye) 43:16

10M ago43:16

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Emily Frye, Director for Cyber Integration at MITRE’s Center for Securing the Homeland.By AEI Podcasts

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Election Technology and Election Security (with Sara A. Cutter) 40:37

10M ago40:37

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Sara A. Cutter, Executive Director of the American Council for Election Technology (ACET).By AEI Podcasts

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Ballot Battles: The History of Disputed Elections in the United States (Live with OSU Law’s Edward Foley) 49:11

11M ago49:11

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Edward B. Foley, Ebersold Chair in Constitutional Law at The Ohio State University.By AEI Podcasts

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How the EAC Helps Keep Elections Accessible and Smoothly Run (with EAC Commissioner Thomas Hicks) 41:06

11M ago41:06

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by U.S. Election Assistance Commission Commissioner Thomas Hicks. Show Notes: National Poll Worker Recruitment DayBy AEI Podcasts

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How Does a Candidate Dropping Out Affect the Administration of Elections? (with John Fortier and Don Palmer) 38:04

12M ago38:04

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer discuss how President Biden's dropping out of the presidential election affects the administration of the 2024 elections.By AEI Podcasts

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Reviewing the Supreme Court’s Decisions in the NetChoice Cases and Murthy v. Missouri (with Former FEC Commissioner Brad Smith) 50:58

12M ago50:58

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Bradley A. Smith, Chairman and Founder of the Institute for Free Speech and former Federal Election Commission Commissioner.By AEI Podcasts

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Running Elections After Bush v. Gore (with Ron Turner, Supervisor of Elections in Sarasota County, FL) 46:04

1y ago46:04

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Ron Turner, Supervisor of Elections in Sarasota County, Florida.By AEI Podcasts

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Building an Elections Encyclopedia (with Ballotpedia Editor-in-Chief Geoff Pallay) 34:07

1y ago34:07

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Geoff Pallay, Director of Editorial Content and Editor-in-Chief at Ballotpedia.By AEI Podcasts

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Fortifying Voter Trust and Confidence in Elections (with Georgia Sec. of State Brad Raffensperger) 32:15

1y ago32:15

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Brad Raffensperger, Secretary of State of Georgia.By AEI Podcasts

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HAVA and the Beginning of the Election Assistance Commission (with Doug Lewis) 46:01

1y ago46:01

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Doug Lewis, Former Executive Director of The Election Center.By AEI Podcasts

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Running an Election: An Hour-by-Hour Look (with Genya Coulter) 41:48

1y ago41:48

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Genya Coulter, Senior Director, Stakeholder Relations & Social Media at the OSET Institute.By AEI Podcasts

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“Back Outside” 1:57:25

1y ago1:57:25

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Throwback episode from the beginning of the year that we forgot to post…New Episodes coming soon!!! Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms.

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Looking at National Trends in Election Administration (with Wendy Underhill) 37:02

1+ y ago37:02

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Co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Wendy Underhill, Director of Elections and Redistricting at the National Conference of State Legislatures.By AEI Podcasts