VIP - Virginia in Politics

VIP - Virginia in Politics
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VIP - Virginia in Politics

Through thoughtful policy discussions and interviews, each episode will showcase the voices in and around the halls of our capitol. Let’s find out what’s important to those shaping public policy and in turn, what’s important to Virginia and you. The VIP Podcast will be hosted by Chris Saxman, Executive Director of Virginia FREE, and a former delegate who served in the Virginia House from 2002 to 2010.

  1. 03/21/2023

    VIP Inbox: Retirements, Elections, Legalization & More

    VIP Inbox is back! Host Chris Saxman candidly reacts to current topics and questions submitted by listeners. We had some great ones this week! Have a political topic or question you are curious about? Submit a question or comment to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWIq6-uq1GQ1owmU5zF8i6g1abRPzoi1AkcI8aC-09Wzy6Dg/viewform

    14 min
  2. NIL Rights and Student Athletes with Lo Davis, Cav Futures Foundation

    03/07/2023

    NIL Rights and Student Athletes with Lo Davis, Cav Futures Foundation

    Lo Davis, Executive Director of the Cavalier Futures Foundation, talks about how the 2021 NCAA NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) ruling transformed college athletics in Virginia and beyond. He outlines creating the "Virginia Way" to help student athletes understand and properly take advantage of opportunities within the rules of the NCAA. Learn more: https://www.cavscare.org/

    29 min

  3. 03/03/2023

    VIP Inbox: Quick Questions

    Introducing a new segment: VIP Inbox! Host Chris Saxman candidly reacts to current topics and questions submitted by listeners. We had some great ones this week! Have a political topic or question you are curious about? Submit a question here.

    14 min
  4. General Bob Wood, CEO of American Veterans Vote

    03/03/2023

    General Bob Wood, CEO of American Veterans Vote

    General Bob Wood sits down with Chris for a discussion focused on Veterans' issues. They talk about the frustrations of Veterans, the impact of January 6th, political history, support for Veterans and their families, and more.  Learn more about American Veterans Vote

    40 min

  5. 02/28/2023

    Election Nerd Disneyland: Senate Republican Nominations

    Chris continues his rundown on Virginia's upcoming primary elections - this time focusing on Senate Republican Districts.

    6 min

  6. 02/28/2023

    Election Nerd Disneyland: Senate Democrat Nominations

    Chris gives a quick rundown on the upcoming June 20th primaries in Senate Democratic districts and makes early predictions.

    7 min

  7. 02/28/2023

    Election Nerd Disneyland: Retirements Part 2 - Who’s Next?

    Chris continues discussing incumbent retirements in the Virginia legislature. This time, he's predicting up to seven more legislators who may retire as a result of internal primary battles. Listen to Chris discuss what's impacting these nomination battles and make your own predictions!

    7 min

  8. 02/28/2023

    Election Nerd Disneyland: Retirements - Experienced Incumbents Won’t Seek Re-Election

    Chris discusses the incumbent legislators who will not be returning next year. Recent retirement announcements mean Virginia is losing over 300 years of institutional knowledge and experience! Chris discusses what this turnover means for good governance in Virginia.

    6 min
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Through thoughtful policy discussions and interviews, each episode will showcase the voices in and around the halls of our capitol. Let’s find out what’s important to those shaping public policy and in turn, what’s important to Virginia and you. The VIP Podcast will be hosted by Chris Saxman, Executive Director of Virginia FREE, and a former delegate who served in the Virginia House from 2002 to 2010.

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    VIP - Virginia in Politics
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    55
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    Clean
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    © Copyright 2019 All rights reserved.
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