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Episode 12 - Midwest Primaries, Shady DeVos Super PACs, and Pants Baby

Discussion on the upcoming primary elections in the midwest, a fake Democratic organization from the DeVos's, and the creepy doll that's stolen Lansing's heart.

Episode Notes

Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, and Amy Libka. Topics include: The upcoming primary elections, the chances Democrats will flip Michigan's state house, more shady Super PAC money from the always terrible DeVos family, and a happy ending to the

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Episode 11 - Politics goes Digital, Ohio Voter Purges, and Squirrel CPR w/ special guest Sara Cederberg

An insider discussion on the rise of digital in politics, state level vs. D.C. political consulting, and voter suppression in the Midwest.

Episode Notes

Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and special guest Sara Cederberg. Topics include: Digital work in politics, Midwest vs. D.C. Political consulting, the Supreme Court decision to uphold Ohio purging their voter rolls, and a

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Episode 9 - Tom Steyer in Michigan, Breaking Marijuana Legalization News, and Sturgeon Parties

Discussion on engaging young voters in the midwest, the possibility of legalized marijuana in Michigan, and a party for terrifying dinosaur fish.

Episode Notes

Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Lauren Coffman, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Billionaire progressive Tom Steyer helping organize young voters in the midwest, Senate Republicans making a decision on whether or not to pass a bill legalizing

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Episode 8 - Midwest flooding, Foxes in the Hen House, and Hoarding Squirrels

Discussion on how climate change is affecting the midwest and a new bill giving industry leaders power over environmental protections.

Episode Notes

Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: How climate change is affecting infrastructure in the midwest, A new package of bills giving a committee of industry reps veto power over DEQ rules, and an overzealous squirrel. 

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Episode 7 - Midwest Comeback Cities, Republican Dumpster Fires, and Police Cats

Discussion on population growth in the midwest and the Republican Governor's race primary.

Episode Notes

Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Lauren Coffman, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: The growth in population and opportunity in up-and-coming Midwest cities, the hostile Republican Primary for Governor, Cub Scouts, and cats in the police force. 

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Episode 6 - Midwest Accents, Trump in Michigan, and Goat Yoga

Discussion on fading regional accents in the midwest and Trump's return to rally in Michigan.

Episode Notes

Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: City accents fading in rustbelt cities, Trump's Midwest supporters and latest rally in Michigan, and Yoga classes with goats. 

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Episode 5 - The MDP Convention, Paul Ryan Retires, and Catastrophic Technical Diffulties

Much Like Paul Ryan's political career, this episode has been cut short due to failures in leadership.

Episode Notes

Today's mini episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: The Michigan Democratic Party's state convention and endorsements, Paul Ryan's retirement in November, and John's ultimate failures as a podcast leader. 

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Episode 4 - Midwest Cities, Data Breaches, Charter Schools, and Cookie Dough

Discussion on migration in and out of the midwest, the Facebook data breaches, and issues with charter schools in Michigan.

Episode Notes

Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Disparities between city and rural areas of the Midwest, the Facebook data breach controversy, charter Schools in Michigan, and innovations in raw cookie dough. 

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Episode 3 - Field Organizing w/ Special Guest Evelyn Maidlow

An insider discussion on political field work in the Midwest.

Episode Notes

Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and special guest Evelyn Maidlow. Topics include: Field organizing, fundraising, special elections, marijuana law, and road trips with cows. 

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