Dakota Political Junkies

SDPB, Lori Walsh
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  • POLITICS
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'Political Junkies' is a fan-favorite companion to SDPB's "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. Select conversations broadcast on the air once a month on SDPB's "Morning Edition."

  1. 2D AGO

    Analysis: Poll offers hints into GOP primary

    Fifty-seven percent of Republicans who responded say if the primary were held today, they would cast their vote for Marty Jackley. SDPB's Dakota Political Junkies offer analysis on the limitations of those numbers.

    34 min

  2. OCT 30

    Analysis: No end in sight for the government shutdown

    Our Dakota Political Junkies discuss how the government shutdown started, how both parties are playing the blame game, and how it could one day end.

    24 min

  3. OCT 30

    Analysis: Defense Secretary says Wounded Knee medals won't be rescinded

    U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth took to social media to announce that the medals awarded after the Wounded Knee Massacre won't be recalled. Journalist Seth Tupper takes listeners into his coverage.

    15 min

  4. OCT 22

    Analysis: A closer look at the tone of political messaging

    Our Dakota Political Junkies explore how political messaging has changed over time, and they preview how candidates may talk about their opponents in the next election.

    26 min

  5. OCT 9

    Analysis: New prison task force will focus on rehabilitation programs

    Our Dakota Political Junkies share news from the governor's officer. They offer their analysis of the next step in South Dakota's prison plan.

    33 min

  6. SEP 18

    Is Rapid City a Christian city?

    Kevin Woster recently saw a shirt proclaiming, "This city belongs to Jesus." He and fellow Dakota Political Junkie Seth Tupper discuss how religion intersects with government.

    26 min

  7. SEP 3

    Analysis: How national economic policies & indicators impact our finances

    Our Dakota Political Junkies preview the upcoming special legislative session. Plus, what legislators watch for nationally when planning for the state's budget.

    26 min

  8. AUG 27

    Analysis: Who counts as an American hero?

    The White House wants states to remember our heroes. Our Dakota Political Junkies explore who could be memorialized in a new statue garden in the Black Hills.

    36 min
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'Political Junkies' is a fan-favorite companion to SDPB's "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. Select conversations broadcast on the air once a month on SDPB's "Morning Edition."

Information

  • Creator
    SDPB, Lori Walsh
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    172
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Dakota Political Junkies

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