20 episodes
Dakota Political Junkies SDPB
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'Political Junkies' is a fan-favorite segment from SDPB's news and arts program, In the Moment.Join host Lori Walsh as she discusses the top political headlines with journalists, former legislators, and political scientists from around the state. Subscribe via Spotify or Apple podcasts
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Changes & turnover in Gov. Kristi Noem's office
Jonathan Ellis, co-founder of The Dakota Scout, discusses the latest staffing news in Gov. Kristi Noem's office. Plus, we talk about the new newspaper of record for Sioux Falls.
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Losses & lessons from a dramatic South Dakota primary
Several incumbents lost their seats during Tuesday's primaries. Our Dakota Political Junkies look at what to expect in November and for the next legislative session.
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Paths to power & paths to the polls
We take a look at women's paths to power as it applies to Gov. Kristi Noem's book. Plus, will polarization get people to the polls in November?
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From page to print: How The Scout investigated claims in 'No Going Back'
Local reporting at The Dakota Scout broke the story about Gov. Kristi Noem's implausible visit with Kim Jong Un. Jonathan Ellis shares the story behind the article.
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Weighing the impact of voting in local vs. national elections
More people turn out to vote in national elections than local, but local elections may impact your everyday life much more. Plus, we discuss Gov. Noem's book and her dog.
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Diving into constitutional questions in Trump's Supreme Court case
Our Dakota Political Junkies explore the precedent ahead of Thursday's case on Donald Trump's immunity. We also discuss all the ways this case is unprecedented.