Best Nevada Policy Podcasts (2025)

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Power, Policy & Persistence: Senator Rochelle Nguyen on Beating the Odds and Building Nevada’s Future 53:44

14h ago53:44

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On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with State Senator Rochelle Nguyen for a powerful conversation about her high-stakes 2024 election victory, her legislative priorities for Nevada, and the political dynamics shaping the state’s future. Senator Nguyen opens up about what it took to defeat a Culinary Union-backed challeng…

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Recapping California’s State Budget | Menopause Research and Policy | SFSU’s Sierra Nevada Field Campus

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Breaking down California’s recently-passed state budget and CEQA reforms. How the lack of menopause research affects accessing treatment and care. Finally, summer classes being offered at SFSU’s Sierra Nevada Field Campus. Recapping California’s State Budget After months of negotiations and compromises, Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a state budg…

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No One Above the Law: Epstein, Trump, and the Reckoning 58:08

12h ago58:08

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Chris and Sean dive into the long-awaited Epstein files and the political firestorm surrounding them. With Trump now frustrating parts of his MAGA base—as predicted—the guys unpack his controversial stance that there’s “no there there.” They make clear: Epstein was a monster, and anyone involved in his criminal enterprise must face justice, no matt…

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How Medicaid Cuts will Impact the Central Valley | White Sturgeon Population Among Lowest on Record | Spoken Word Poetry Meets Professional Wrestling

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How Medicaid Cuts will Impact the Central Valley Health clinics that serve more than one million patients across the San Joaquin Valley are bracing for the impact of President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” - which calls for over $1 trillion in spending cuts over 10 years to Medicaid, the federal health insurance program for low-income pat…

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Honoring Our Heroes: A Flight of Gratitude with Belinda Morse 28:38

1d ago28:38

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On today’s episode of The Tom Letizia Show, we sat down with Belinda Morse, Founding Director of Honor Flight Southern Nevada, to explore her inspiring mission of honoring veterans with all-expense-paid trips to Washington, D.C. Belinda shared powerful stories of World War II, Korean, and Vietnam veterans seeing their memorials for the first time, …

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CA’s New Housing Agency | Local Author Jamil Jan Kochai | Remembering Mick Martin

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California is creating a state agency exclusively focused on housing issues. Also, local author and National Book Award finalist Jamil Jan Kochai. Finally, remembering longtime Sacramento blues musician and radio DJ Mick Martin. California’s New Housing Agency California is on track to get a new state agency specifically focused on housing issues. …

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Ep012: The Power of Governors 30:02

1d ago30:02

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The story out of the Nevada State Legislature this year is Governor Joe Lombardo's new record of 87 vetoes. Since this podcast started with discussing the 2025 Legislative session, Crystal and Scott turn back to look at what happened and then discuss the increasingly active role of governors in American politics, from standing up to the federal gov…

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Protecting What Matters: Donald Marquez and Dorsey Hickman Breaks Down Life, Auto, and Home Insurance Essentials 29:26

3d ago29:26

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Donald Marquez, a licensed insurance agent, discusses the importance of life insurance, auto insurance, and homeowners insurance on his radio show. He emphasizes the high costs of final expenses, which can average $15,000 to $20,000, and the benefits of having a life insurance policy to cover these costs. Marquez highlights the advantages of final …

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Bradley Schrager Unpacks Biden-Doctor Hearing, NYC Mayor’s Race, and ICE Tactics on The Middle Ground 53:44

5d ago53:44

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This morning’s episode of The Middle Ground featured a thought-provoking conversation with constitutional attorney Bradley Schrager of Bravo Schrager LLP. Host Tom Letizia guided listeners through some of the most pressing legal and political developments, with Schrager offering sharp, nonpartisan insight into each. Biden’s doctor and the Fifth Ame…

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From Humble Hustle to Shark Tank: Ashley Sankar’s 1920 Revolution 8:52

6d ago8:52

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In this spirited and inspiring episode, Chris sits down with Ashley Sankar, the dynamic founder of 1920 Clothing Company, for a high-energy back-and-forth that dives deep into her extraordinary journey—from humble beginnings to a nationally recognized pitch on Shark Tank. Ashley shares how her relentless work ethic, passion for culture, and dedicat…

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Broken Promises: Immigration, ICE, and the Fallout in Las Vegas – A Conversation with Fernando Romero 53:51

6d ago53:51

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In this powerful episode of Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with Fernando Romero, President of Hispanics in Politics, to unpack the growing crisis around immigration enforcement, community fear, and federal inaction. From the closure of Broadacres Market to the ambush attacks on ICE agents, Romero speaks candidly about the tensions on the…

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Suicide Rates in the Central Valley | Sacramento’s Film Scene | California State Fair Opens

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A look at high suicide rates in the Central Valley. Also, the Sacramento Film Commission discusses new incentives for productions. Finally, the California State Fair kicks off this weekend. Suicide Rates in the Central Valley Suicide is among the leading causes of death in the Central Valley, according to a review of state and federal data done by …

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Episode 397: The End Is Still Near 1:05:59

7d ago1:05:59

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Birth rates are falling worldwide, but the Stanford University professor who coined the term “the population bomb” is unmoved by the data. Gavin Newsom confirms his presidential ambitions with a tour of South Carolina, but back home the governor is in retreat on environment, energy, education, and guns. Music by Metalachi. Email Us: dbahnsen@thebah…

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Rebuilding Trust in a Tech-Driven World: A Conversation with Jeffery Rogers 53:51

7d ago53:51

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On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with Jeffery Rogers, Owner and CEO of Jeff Rogers Coaching, for a powerful conversation about the importance of real human connection in a digital world. Jeff shares insights from over 25 years of experience coaching people through relationship challenges—both personal and professional.…

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Experts on Esparto Fireworks Explosion | DNA Analysis at the Davis Science Cafe | Dave Brubeck Concert at Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament

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Firework and explosion experts weigh in on the deadly Esparto warehouse explosion. Also, Davis Science Cafe explores DNA analysis and forensic science. Finally, a Dave Brubeck benefit concert for the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament. Experts on Esparto Fireworks Explosion A week after a massive explosion at a fireworks facility in Esparto killed …

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Building the Cultural Heart of Las Vegas: Myron Martin and The Story of The Smith Center 53:59

8d ago53:59

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On today’s episode of The Tom Letizia Show, we sit down with Myron Martin, President and CEO of The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, for a powerful conversation about the vision, challenges, and triumphs behind building Las Vegas’s premier cultural institution. Myron shares how a dream to elevate the arts in Las Vegas became reality through co…

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Drew Bond – Energizing the Conservative Climate Conversation (Live from CPI) 28:00

8d ago28:00

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A longtime leader in the conservative movement, Drew Bond returns for his third appearance on the podcast—this time joining Chris and Sean in a special on-location episode recorded at the Conservative Partnership Institute in Washington, D.C. With over 30 years of experience, including serving as an executive to Ed Feulner at The Heritage Foundatio…

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Inside the 2025 Nevada Legislature: Speaker Steve Yeager on Big Wins, Missed Bills, and What Comes Next 53:57

9d ago53:57

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On this episode of The Tom Letizia Show, Speaker of the Nevada Assembly Steve Yeager joins Tom for a deep dive into the 2025 legislative session. From education reform and housing investment to voter ID compromises and the collapse of the Governor’s crime bill — we unpack the major headlines and behind-the-scenes drama. Plus: 🔹 How many Nevadans co…

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Esparto Fireworks Explosion Update | POLITICO’s California Playbook | Homelessness Enforcement Increased Following SCOTUS Ruling | Capital Stage’s ‘KING JAMES’

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Update on a deadly fireworks warehouse explosion in Esparto. Also, POLITICO's California Playbook. Plus, why homeless enforcement increased following a Supreme Court ruling. Finally, “King James” at Capital Stage. Esparto Fireworks Explosion Update Esparto Fireworks Explosion Update Officials are continuing to investigate last week’s deadly explosi…

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Donald Marquez Clarifies Insurance Gaps and Protects Families with Affordable Coverage 29:03

10d ago29:03

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Donald Marquez, a licensed insurance broker, discusses the importance of understanding insurance policies, particularly auto and life insurance. He emphasizes that "full coverage" in auto insurance often lacks essential components like medical, uninsured motorist, towing, and rental car reimbursement. Marquez offers no-obligation policy reviews and…

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Peter Guzman on Immigration, Broadacres, and the Latino Workforce: A Conversation on Trust, Policy, and Progress 53:39

13d ago53:39

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On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Peter Guzman, President of the Latin Chamber of Commerce, returned to the studio for an in-depth conversation about the state of immigration in Nevada and across the country. Peter shared powerful insight into the economic and social impact of undocumented workers, particularly in industries like gaming and …

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From Neon Beginnings to a Mindset to 100: Marla Letizia on Legacy, Longevity, and Las Vegas 53:52

14d ago53:52

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On this episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, we welcome back Las Vegas native and Long-Life Era® founder Marla Letizia for an inspiring and nostalgic conversation. Marla opens up about her new book, co-authored with her longtime friend Jean, diving into the themes of reinvention, purpose, and friendship later in life. She also takes us on…

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Episode 396: Where All the Cholos At? 1:04:11

14d ago1:04:11

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A Southern California city official rallies local gang members to the fight against ICE, U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli sues Los Angeles over its sanctuary city laws, Gavin Newsom signs off on the biggest state budget in history -- and then breaks the economy and sues Fox News for $787 million. Bonus! Remembering California’s first Fourth of July celeb…

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Resiliency Under Pressure: Can Housing Weather Choppy Economic Seas? 37:17

14d ago37:17

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Tariffs, inflation, interest rates, jobs. All are factors that massively impact the housing market. As head of economic research and forecasting at Renaissance Macro Research, Neil Dutta tracks currents and trends across the globe. On Bloomberg TV or in Business Insider, Neil always tells it like it is. He recently joined the New Home Insights podc…

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Morton Blackwell: Founding a Movement, Shaping a Generation 22:31

14d ago22:31

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In this special episode of Light Beer Dark Money, recorded on location at the Conservative Partnership Institute in Washington, D.C., we sit down with one of the most enduring and influential figures in American conservative politics—Morton Blackwell. As the founder of the Leadership Institute in 1979, Morton helped create the infrastructure that h…

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From Radio Roots to Casino Giants: The Ron Garrett Story 53:50

15d ago53:50

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On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with Ron Garrett, a Hall of Fame broadcaster, legendary ad executive, and seasoned casino executive. Ron takes us back to his early days in Las Vegas radio, reflects on building one of the top ad agencies in the state, and shares inside stories from the golden era of casino marketi…

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Ep011: The Island of Iran 45:32

15d ago45:32

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The strike on Iran's nuclear facilities is one of the hottest stories at the moment. Crystal and Scott take a dive into the various controversies, including the war-making powers of the president, the role of media leaks, what Iran attempted to gain, and what the effects of the strike are likely to be.…

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Legacy, Compassion & Community: The Business of Life After Loss 53:53

16d ago53:53

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On this episode of The Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with Celena DiLullo, President of Palm Mortuaries & Cemeteries, one of Southern Nevada’s most respected institutions. As Palm approaches its 100th anniversary, Celena shares how the organization is evolving to meet the emotional, cultural, and practical needs of today’s families. They…

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Inside Family Court: Candid Conversations with Judges Heidi Almase and Kerri Maxey 53:54

19d ago53:54

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On Friday, June 27, 2025, The Tom Letizia Show continued its special Judge Series with two distinguished guests from Clark County Family Court. In the first half of the show, Family Court Judge Heidi Almase shared her experiences on the bench, highlighting the importance of fairness, mental health awareness, and understanding the emotional dynamics…

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Arizona Gets It Right: A Bipartisan Blueprint with Danny Seiden 43:51

19d ago43:51

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While Sean is in a land down under, Chris sits down with Danny Seiden, President and CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce, for a wide-ranging conversation on the issues defining Arizona’s future. They cover: – The race to finalize Arizona’s state budget – Cross-border agriculture and why tomato tariffs matter – The economic stakes of Trump’s “Big…

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Built to Withstand Any Storm: David Rounds on Leading Las Vegas Through Tech and Turbulence 53:57

20d ago53:57

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On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with David Rounds, CEO of NetEffect, to discuss how one of Las Vegas’s top IT firms became a lifeline for businesses during some of the most disruptive moments in recent history—from 9/11 and the Great Recession to the COVID-19 pandemic. David shares the story of his grandfather’s resil…

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From Family Court to Real Estate Forecasts — Grounded Conversations That Matter 53:49

21d ago53:49

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Today on The Tom Letizia Show – The Middle Ground, we began with Judge Margaret Pickard, who shared her deep experience in family law, emphasizing programs that prioritize child welfare, recovery, and cooperative parenting in high-conflict cases. She discussed her work on the Child Awareness Committee, her role in dependency cases, and her recognit…

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Shockwave: Trump’s Strike, Iran’s Ceasefire, and a MAGA Reckoning 58:34

21d ago58:34

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In a bold and decisive move, President Trump obliterated Iran’s nuclear weapons capability—and within 36 hours, Israel and Iran agreed to a ceasefire. While critics on the MAGA right warned of catastrophic blowback, none materialized. Chris and Sean break down the operation, play key clips, and explain why this was not only overdue—it was the right…

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From Tragedy to Titan: The Unbreakable Will of Scott Allen Frost 53:48

22d ago53:48

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Today on The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sat down with Scott Allen Frost—entrepreneur, author, and CEO of Titan Brands Hospitality Group—for a moving and unforgettable conversation. Scott shared the story of the dirt bike accident that left him paralyzed from the neck down on Mother’s Day 2009, and how, against all odds, he negotiated leases, raised…

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Episode 395: The Dodgers on ICE 1:23:57

22d ago1:23:57

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The Los Angeles Dodgers will donate $1 million to supporters of illegal immigration. The Ninth Circuit halts Attorney General Rob Bonta’s effort to limit gun purchases to one per month. California can’t kick its foreign-oil addiction. Bonus! Dr. Kurt Miceli explains Do No Harm’s lawsuit alleging that UCLA’s medical school rejects highly qualified A…

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From the Frontlines to the Airwaves: Marla’s Story from Israel & Today’s Rising Iran Tensions 53:54

23d ago53:54

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On today’s powerful episode of The Tom and Marla Show, Tom Letizia turned the microphone toward co-host Marla Letizia for a deeply personal and timely conversation. Marla shared her firsthand experience in Israel during Operation Protective Edge in 2014, painting a vivid picture of what it felt like to live under rocket fire, and how those moments …

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🗳️ Women of Justice: Two Trailblazing Judicial Candidates Join The Middle Ground 🎙️⚖️ 53:53

25d ago53:53

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Today’s episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia featured two inspiring judicial candidates committed to fairness and integrity in our courts. At 8:00 AM, Katherine Currie-Diamond, candidate for District Court Judge, shared her journey from practicing law to seeking a seat on the bench. At 8:30 AM, Amanda Pellizzari, candidate for Las Vegas Mu…

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Strikes and Splits on Iran, plus the Supremes weigh in 42:43

26d ago42:43

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As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, President Trump faces mounting pressure over a potential U.S. strike to neutralize Iran’s nuclear threat. Chris and Sean unpack the MAGA divide over the conflict, revealing how deep the fractures run—even among supposed allies—and revisit Trump’s unwavering stance that Iran must never go nuclear. They a…

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Ep010: The Big Beautiful Bill 28:52

27d ago28:52

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This episode covers the basics of the Big Beautiful Bill. Scott and Crystal talk about what is in the bill, what the bill hopes to accomplish and what the bill means to the overall Trump strategy. Plus, our hot take on whether are Elon and Trump's spat is real.By Crystal Newton & Scott Gavorsky

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Tricia Kean: 24 Years of Trust, Truth & Tenacity in Las Vegas News 54:00

27d ago54:00

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On today’s episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, host Tom Letizia sits down with legendary KTNV anchor Tricia Kean, whose 24-year career in Las Vegas has made her one of the most trusted voices in Southern Nevada. Tricia reflects on her national experience with CBS News in New York, Los Angeles, and Atlanta, her early influences growing up in a …

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Building Vegas: Pat Christenson on Turning Las Vegas into the Event Capital of the World 53:59

28d ago53:59

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On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with legendary event visionary Pat Christenson, the former President of Las Vegas Events. For over four decades, Christenson played a key role in transforming Las Vegas into a global powerhouse for live entertainment and sports. From bringing the National Finals Rodeo to town, to l…

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Assemblymember Maggy Krell | Lake Tahoe Clarity Report | ‘In a Nutshell’ Storytelling Series

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Sacramento Assemblymember Maggy Krell is demanding answers from federal agencies following immigration detentions. Also, Lake Tahoe’s annual clarity report. Finally, this month’s “In a Nutshell” storytelling series at The Sofia. Assemblymember Maggy Krell A state lawmaker is demanding answers from federal agencies over the near-total shutdown of th…

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Episode 394: Newsom Leaps Bravely Halfway Across the Political Divide 2:01:24

28d ago2:01:24

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Email Us: [email protected] [email protected] Follow Us: @DavidBahnsen @WillSwaim @TheRadioFreeCA Show Notes: Before Juneteenth was widely known, here’s how Black Angelenos celebrated emancipation Brian Wilson, Pop Auteur and Leader of the Beach Boys, Dies at 82 Inside Trump’s Extraordinary Turnaround on Immigration Raids The Padi…

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From Grijalva to GOP: Rodney Glassman Unfiltered 31:46

28d ago31:46

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Rodney Glassman joins Chris and Sean for a wide-ranging and unfiltered conversation about his dramatic political evolution—from working for Democrat Congressman Raúl Grijalva after arriving in Tucson, to becoming a Republican with the nomination and election of Donald Trump. Now a candidate for Arizona Attorney General, Rodney takes direct aim at c…

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Health, Hope & Honor: John Desser on HSAs, the HOPE Act, and Confronting Antisemitism 30:16

28d ago30:16

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Recorded on location at the Conservative Partnership Institute in Washington, D.C., this episode of Light Beer | Dark Money features our good friend and health-care policy pioneer John Desser, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at HealthEquity. As one of the original visionaries behind Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), John reflects on 20 ye…

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From Airwaves to Impact: Tony Bonnici on the Golden Age and Future of Radio 53:46

29d ago53:46

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On today’s episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, longtime Las Vegas broadcast executive Tony Bonnici joins Tom Letizia for a powerful conversation about the evolution of radio, his decades of experience in the industry, and his deep commitment to the community. Tony shares personal stories from the golden age of broadcasting, reflects on how the…

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