23 episodes
Midwest Nice John Flynn
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- Society & Culture
Every election cycle all eyes are on the midwest but few microphones. Listen to a slew of hosts working in politics deep in the heart of the rustbelt talk shop on current events, working in the political machine, and what it means to be midwest nice. Keep your accent strong and the ranch dressing close-by.
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Episode 23 - Tony Evers Good, Betsy Devos Bad, and a Magic Beer Fridge
Episode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Evelyn Maidlow, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Tony Evers' new efforts to curb gerrymandering, Betsy Devos' new efforts renewed fight against education, and a magic mini fridge bringing hope in the heart of a tragedy.
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Episode 22 - Remembering John Dingell, Midwestern Presidential Candidates, and the Ranch Lady
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Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Lauren Coffman, Campbell Thompson, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Remembering the life and career of Congressman John Dingell, Ohio Republican Jim Jordan being a hypocrite in the Cohen Hearings, Midwesterners running for president, and the Ranch Lady Hero we've all been waiting for.
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Episode 21 - Lavora Barnes get elected, John Engler gets canned, and a Fast Feud
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Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: Lavora Barnes elected as chair of Michigan Democratic Party, John Engler gets fired as interim president of MSU, and a fast food sign war.
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Episode 20 - Polar Vortex, The Elephant in the Room, and a Glorified Coffee Boy
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Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Evelyn Maidlow. Topics include: The Polar Vortex gripping the Midwest, Lee Chatfield being terrible again, and a glorified coffee boy making a terrible run for President.
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Episode 19 - Lame Duck Recap, Executive Actions, and a Catfish in Lansing
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Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: Lame Duck Legislative Session results in Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer's Inauguration and first Executive actions, and a catfishing story with a happy ending.
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Episode 18 - Lame Ducks and Porch Geese
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Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: Lame Duck Legislative Sessions in the Midwest, more strange Midwest foods, and costumes for concrete geese.
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