Not Quite Quorum

Laura Bergus and Oliver Weilein

Conversations about Iowa City, focusing on issues facing our local government and community.

  1. 4d ago

    What's Good Public Engagement Look Like?

    Nick Bergus and Laura Bergus discuss the discourse about public discussion--about the proposed Johnson County jail, of course.

  2. 5d ago

    Should We Fear the Dictatorship of the Proletariat?

    Oliver and Laura discuss right-wing fear-mongering around the DSA and how now is a terrible time for local leaders to silence dissent.

  3. Jul 18

    Is Beef Days A Very Vegan Event?

    Books mentioned this episode: Children of Blood and Bone A Canticle for Liebowitz His Majesty’s Dragon The Blade Itself

  4. Jul 11

    Why Didn't I Know Better Than to Post on Facebook?

    Laura dives in solo to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors’ recent $7.6Million in unbudgeted property purchases, approved prior to any disclosure to the public.

  5. Jul 4

    What's Going On (with the Jail Convos)???

    Watch the July 1 Board of Supervisors’ work session here. Watch the July 2 Board of Supervisors’ formal meeting here. Join the conversation at johnsoncountydeservesbetter.org! By the numbers: jailfacts.org.

  6. Jun 28

    What's Changed Since July 10, 2024?

    Laura Bergus and Nick Bergus discuss the current status of Johnson County’s journey towards a new jail, revisiting an early Board of Supervisors work session on the topic, held July 10, 2024.

  7. Jun 27

    What Can NYC Learn from IC?

    Oliver and Laura discuss the recent big wins in the New York Democratic primary for Democratic Socialists, and how it relates to local politics in Iowa CIty and Johnson County.

  8. Jun 19

    Can We Figure Out Where the Snow Goes?

    Oliver Weilein and Laura Bergus discuss recent Iowa City city council actions, like a new pilot for a couple of protected bike lanes on Dodge and Governor Streets this fall. And Oliver shares what it feels like to be solidly outside of the elites' club. Books recommended this episode:King Leopold’s Ghost by Adam Hochschild The First Law series by Joe Abercrombie Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel

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Conversations about Iowa City, focusing on issues facing our local government and community.

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  • Creator
    Laura Bergus and Oliver Weilein
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Not Quite Quorum