The Rob Kendall Show Podcast

The Rob Kendall Show
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The Rob Kendall Show has your recap of the week's big stories of politics, government, and pop culture.

  1. Jan 28

    Statehouse Happenings: Trump Risks Big with Indiana Senate Endorsements

    President Donald Trump is following through on a promise to do everything he can do defeat Republican Senators in Indiana who voted against redistricting. Over the past week, the president has issued a slew of endorsements to often times little known, underfunded challengers. Can Trump's blessing make the difference? And what will the fallout be for Trump if voters reject his seal of approval? Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt discuss on Statehouse Happenings. (1/28/26) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. Jan 23

    Statehouse Happenings: Bayh Blows By Morales in Fundraising

    Campaign finance reports are in and the big winner for 2026 appears to be Democrat Beau Bayh, who is running for Secretary of State. The son of former Indiana Governor and Senator Evan Bayh has pulled in a massive $1.8 million in just a few months and has blown past the totals raised by incumbent Diego Morales. Can Bayh continue the momentum to give himself and Democrats life in November? Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt discuss on Statehouse Happenings (1/23/26) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. Jan 14

    Statehouse Happenings: Shabazz: Morales Under Grand Jury Investigation

    In a bombshell allegation, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz claims that Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is under a Grand Jury investigation related to a political advertisement which ran last year featuring Marion County election workers. Plus, Braun is set to deliver the State of the State, township governments are once again under fire, and much more, as Shabazz joins Rob Kendall and Jim Merritt for Statehouse Happenings.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. Jan 7

    Statehouse Happenings: Revolt Over Mid-States Corridor Comes to Statehouse

    For years, residents in Dubois County have pushed back on a multi-billion dollar proposal to connect I-64 and I-69 known as the Mid-States Corridor. Much of their ire has been focused at one of the project's biggest supporters, Governor Mike Braun. The backlash has been so intense, a recent poll showed a shocking 62 percent of Dubois County residents (Braun's home county) disapprove of the job he is doing. Now, questions about the Mid-States Corridor are coming to the Statehouse, as politicians are beginning to question the massive price tag while INDOT is scrapping hundreds of other projects. Is the Mid-States Corridor Braun's newest long-lasting headache? Rob, Abdul, and Jim Merritt discuss on Statehouse Happenings. (1/7/26) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. 12/29/2025

    Statehouse Happenings: 2025 was a Disastrous Year for Braun

    It's our final episode of 2025! On this week's Statehouse Happenings, Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt take a look back at a very rough year for Indiana's governor. From failures on property taxes and redistricting, to skyrocketing utility bills, Braun has his work cut out for him in 2026. (12/29/25) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. 12/22/2025

    Statehouse Happenings: Poll Shows Indiana Voters Ready for Independence

    Independent Indiana is a new group dedicated to getting Independent Candidates to not only run but also win public office. On this week's Statehouse Happenings, Executive Director Nathan Gotsch joins Rob Kendall to discuss polling that shows Hoosiers are ready and willing to vote for the right candidates breaking away from the two-party system. (12/21/25) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. 12/16/2025

    Statehouse Happenings: Braun, Beckwith Resoundingly Rejected by Senate in Redistricting Vote

    Despite repeated warnings from Senate President, Pro Tempore Rod Bray, Governor Mike Braun insisted on an up or down vote on mid-cycle redistricting. He got his wish late last week. In the face of intense pressure from not just Braun, but also Lt. Governor Micah Beckwith and Turning Point USA, the senate resoundingly rejected adopting new congressional maps by a vote of 31-19. In a saga with many losers, arguably Indiana's Governor and Lt. Governor are at the top of the list. Rob Kendall, Jim Merritt, and Abdul-Hakim Shabazz discuss on Statehouse Happenings.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. 12/10/2025

    Statehouse Happenings: Redistricting Drama Hits Final Days

    With a final vote scheduled for Thursday in the Senate, the push for mid-cycle redistricting has hit the home stretch in Indiana. With both sides amping up the pressure, will Governor Mike Braun be able to muscle it across the finish line? Or will the governor suffer an embarrassing defeat in front of the entire nation? Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt discuss on Statehouse Happenings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Rob Kendall Show has your recap of the week's big stories of politics, government, and pop culture.

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  • Creator
    The Rob Kendall Show
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    177
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