Election Countdown with Laura Gersony

Friend of the podcast Amish Shah returns – this time as the Congressman-elect for District 1. He talks about what’s next for Democrats. Then Dennis and Colin look back at the election results for the week.

Republican consultant Tyler Montague joins us to look ahead to election night and why this may be a tough year for the GOP. Then Dennis and Colin discuss the strange obsession President Trump is displaying on the campaign trail.

Arizona Republic reporter Laura Gersony returns to preview the last week of the election campaigns, with a tight race for two congressional seats.  Then Dennis and Colin talk Suns and some weird campaign decisions.  

Dennis sits down for a spirited chat with Jay Feely, the Republican candidate for Congress in District 1. Then Dennis and Colin talk about the quick hook for the new White House press secretary.

A first for us – this week’s podcast is a debate on Prop 144, which would change mail-in voting in Arizona. Greg Blackie of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club is for, Randy Keating of “No on Prop 144” is against. Then Dennis and Colin look back at a contentious interview with Congressman Andy Biggs.

The dean of the Arizona capitol press corps, Howie Fischer, comes in to break down the Governor’s race. Then Dennis and Colin talk about the “redemption” of Deshaun Watson.

Democratic legislative candidate Amelia Gallitano joins us to talk about her background as a doctor and why she wants to shift to politics. Then Dennis and Colin talk about DEI policies and corporate marketing failures.

Arizona Republic reporter Stacey Barchenger returns to look at the governor’s race and another Hobbs investigation from legislative Republicans. Then Dennis and Colin talk about Trump’s threats to tear down the Kennedy Center.

Republican strategist Marcus Dell’Artino returns to talk about polling for the election races and whether Democrats may gain control of the Legislature. Then Dennis and Colin talk Trump-a-palooza and college football.

Laura Gersony of the Arizona Republic returns to look at the midterm races, and why President Trump’s low approval ratings look so large.  Then Dennis and Colin break down the downward spiral of Senator John Fetterman.