Best Star Tribune Editorial Board Podcasts (2025)

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Tight race for attorney general 12:02

2+ y ago12:02

12:02

Republicans try to take the office for the first time in decades. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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OPEC and the U.S. electorate 12:10

2+ y ago12:10

12:10

Could the cartel's moves to raise oil prices decrease Democrats' midterm chances? Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Political fallout from the Feeding Our Future scandal 10:14

2+ y ago10:14

10:14

The race for governor and other state offices in Minnesota is scrambled. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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The Feeding Our Future scandal 13:41

2+ y ago13:41

13:41

The Justice Department's allegations have broad legal and political implications. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Takeaways from Omar's narrow victory 13:24

3y ago13:24

13:24

The Fifth District representative barely beat her DFL challenger. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Birk's comments roil race 13:00

3y ago13:00

13:00

The Republican lieutenant governor candidate put the focus on reproductive rights. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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What matters most from Jan. 6 hearing 14:19

3y ago14:19

14:19

Witness Cassidy Hutchinson's testimony included several revelations. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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GOP witnesses center stage at Jan. 6 hearings 11:58

3y ago11:58

11:58

The House hearings have featured fellow Republicans testifying about what led to the attack on the Capitol. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Governor's race already heating up 12:48

3y ago12:48

12:48

Key issues will likely include inflation and crime. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Gearing up for the Jan. 6 hearings 13:08

3y ago13:08

13:08

Broadcast and cable news networks - except for Fox News - will carry the primetime coverage starting Thursday night. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Federal money on the table, but Legislature stalled 16:39

3y ago16:39

16:39

A special session would be needed to get Minnesota's share of the infrastructure bill. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Hines and the Star Tribune's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Jensen's post-endorsement challenges 9:55

3y ago9:55

9:55

The GOP's pick for Minnesota governor will face new scrutiny as he heads to the general election. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Rising prices may mean sinking fortunes for Democrats 15:21

3y ago15:21

15:21

Inflation is likely to frame the debate around the midterms. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Report on MPD will reverberate 12:01

3y ago12:01

12:01

A searing analysis from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights will impact city and state politics. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Mask ruling causes confusion, then controversy 13:15

3y ago13:15

13:15

The political and public health dynamics of the decision are discussed by WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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A budget surplus but a deficit of agreement 12:04

3y ago12:04

12:04

Republicans and Democrats are far apart at the State Legislature. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Biden's popularity soars - abroad 13:46

3y ago13:46

13:46

The president's U.S. approval ratings don't match their rise overseas. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Biden heads to Europe 15:20

3y ago15:20

15:20

The president looks to advance allied unity on Ukraine. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Zelenskyy's address to Congress 12:42

3y ago12:42

12:42

The Ukrainian president's speech is analyzed by WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Report roasts Mpls. riot response 12:11

3y ago12:11

12:11

Mayor Jacob Frey and other leaders failed to follow protocols. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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The invasion - and sanctions - begin 14:20

3+ y ago14:20

14:20

The U.S. and Western allies react to Russian aggression in Ukraine. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Mixed signals on Ukraine 12:39

3+ y ago12:39

12:39

The status of Russian forces and communication between the U.S. and Ukrainian presidents is unclear. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Locke shooting roils Minneapolis 14:29

3+ y ago14:29

14:29

Police-community relations in the city are once again national news. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Sheletta Brundidge and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Breyer retirement 14:30

3+ y ago14:30

14:30

The impending vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court comes at a key moment for the Biden administration. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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The president meets the press 13:31

3+ y ago13:31

13:31

Nearly a year into his tenure, President Joe Biden will hold a news conference on Wednesday. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.By Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Star Tribune Editorial Board Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Star Tribune Editorial Board

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Tight race for attorney general 12:02

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OPEC and the U.S. electorate 12:10

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Political fallout from the Feeding Our Future scandal 10:14

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The Feeding Our Future scandal 13:41

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Takeaways from Omar's narrow victory 13:24

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Birk's comments roil race 13:00

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What matters most from Jan. 6 hearing 14:19

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GOP witnesses center stage at Jan. 6 hearings 11:58

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Governor's race already heating up 12:48

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Gearing up for the Jan. 6 hearings 13:08

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Federal money on the table, but Legislature stalled 16:39

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Jensen's post-endorsement challenges 9:55

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Rising prices may mean sinking fortunes for Democrats 15:21

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Report on MPD will reverberate 12:01

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Mask ruling causes confusion, then controversy 13:15

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A budget surplus but a deficit of agreement 12:04

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Biden's popularity soars - abroad 13:46

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Biden heads to Europe 15:20

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Zelenskyy's address to Congress 12:42

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Report roasts Mpls. riot response 12:11

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The invasion - and sanctions - begin 14:20

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Mixed signals on Ukraine 12:39

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Locke shooting roils Minneapolis 14:29

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Breyer retirement 14:30

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The president meets the press 13:31

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