Dakota Political Junkies

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Dakota Political Junkies

'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

  1. 2D AGO

    Analysis: Trump administration & judicial review

    Lisa Hager, Ph.D., and David Wiltse, Ph.D., discuss the challenges that Trump's executive actions are facing in the courts, especially in regards to education.

    17 min

  2. MAR 20

    Bob Mercer: 40 years of coverage at the Capitol

    Since 1985, journalist Bob Mercer has left his mark on 40 South Dakota legislative sessions. He discusses his time as a reporter and as a governor's press secretary.

    25 min

  3. MAR 20

    Analysis: 2025 legislative session & state government reset

    Kevin Woster and Brad "Murdoc" Jurgensen discuss the surprises and frustrations of South Dakota's 2025 legislative session, from the ingestion bill to government funding.

    20 min

  4. MAR 13

    Analysis: The 2025 legislative session in review

    Jon Hunter and Michael Card explore the impact of a contentious 2024 primary, the ongoing debate over direct democracy, and the role of legislative mentorship.

    28 min

  5. MAR 5

    Analysis: Governor spending & government transparency

    The Dakota Scout requested former Gov. Kristi Noem's state credit card records last year. Jonathan Ellis shares why and how the story has developed since.

    14 min

  6. FEB 26

    Analysis: When legislation impacts education

    South Dakota Searchlight's Seth Tupper unpacks his commentary on the politics behind the teacher shortage.

    22 min

  7. FEB 12

    Analysis: Open government and Gov. Rhoden's administration

    Our Junkies discuss what they expect from the new governor. Plus, do taxpayers have a right to know how governors spend their money? Even when it's on a credit card?

    18 min

  8. FEB 5

    Analysis: Appropriations committee changes come during a tight budget year

    Former state lawmakers Jean Hunhoff and Linda Duba bring their years on the appropriations committee to analyze what current legislators are up against.

    25 min
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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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