Best John Kasich Podcasts (2024)

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A very Midwestern debate 19:05

1d ago19:05

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There were some sharp critiques, but a whole lot of passive aggressiveness and a fair amount of substance. Overall, the vice-presidential candidates spent most of their time targeting their opponents’ running mates. WOSU’s Anna Staver, host of the talk show and podcast All Sides with Anna Staver, joins the show.…

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More platforms, more ads: Ohio's $400 million campaign budget 23:40

9d ago23:40

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Experts predict ad spending in Ohio will top $400 million. Nearly a half billion dollars will be spent to get you to vote for a U.S. Senator, decide a constitutional amendment, a member of Congress or a rapid bus line tax. Longtime political strategist Bob Clegg joins the show.By WOSU Public Media

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Baseless accusations fuel fear and division in Springfield 23:17

16d ago23:17

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Another week of bomb threats has disturbed Springfield, Ohio. This all follows Sen. JD Vance's and former President Donald Trump's lies that Haitian immigrants in Springfield were stealing residents' pets and eating them. Longtime political reporter Darrel Rowland joins the show.By WOSU Public Media

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State of Religion: Changing religious landscape in Ohio 7:59

16d ago7:59

7:59

Evangelical protestants are the fastest growing religious tradition in Ohio. In part 4 of WOSU's State of Religions series, we look at the demographic shifts in Ohio's religious communities.By WOSU Public Media

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State of Religion: Ohio lawmakers on faith and policy 8:01

17d ago8:01

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It’s hard to fault lawmakers for letting religious beliefs guide decisions, but where is the line between following morals and degrading the separation of church and state? In part 3 of WOSU's State of Religion series, we hear from lawmakers about how their faith affects their work.By WOSU Public Media

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State of Religion: Christian conservatism and its influence on Ohio legislation 8:04

18d ago8:04

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All this week, WOSU is examining the intersection of religion and politics in Ohio. In Part 2 of WOSU's State of Religion series, we're examining how faith-aimed lobbying efforts shape policy in Ohio.By WOSU Public Media

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State of Religion: Ohio's religious tapestry - the historical roots and cultural evolution 8:02

19d ago8:02

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Ohio’s diverse religious history from early settlers to the present day has shaped the state's cultural fabric. In this four-part series, the WOSU News team explores religion in Ohio with reports examining how faith influences politics and policy in the state.By WOSU Public Media

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Post-debate reflections: Fact-checking, policy and political theatre 24:31

23d ago24:31

24:31

Mentions of crowd sizes and eating pets were just two moments from what was an incredible piece of political theater during the first and possibly only debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. We discuss the debate with Nate French, associate teaching professor at Wake Forest University and an expert in politic…

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Nine weeks until Election Day 28:40

30d ago28:40

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Usually, Labor Day marks the start of the home stretch of a presidential campaign, but this campaign only began six weeks ago. Ohio State political science professor Wendy Smooth joins the show to discuss the upcoming election.By WOSU Public Media

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Politics and a pint 36:00

1M ago36:00

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This week, we’re doing something a little different. We’ll be listening to WOSU's most recent Politics and a Pint event where three political reporters and host Mike Thompson sat in front of a large crowd at a local brewpub and talked about this chaotic political season.By WOSU Public Media

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DeWine looks to Iowa for a better redistricting process 17:21

2M ago17:21

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Ohioans will vote in November on a plan to change the way the state draws its legislative districts. Some don't like the plan and think Iowa has a system worth replicating. WOSU reporter George Shillcock joins the show to discuss the Iowa way.By WOSU Public Media

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Midwest influence: VP picks and the 2024 election 23:34

2M ago23:34

23:34

Midwesterners have cornered the market on vice presidential candidates for the 2024 election. This week Vice President Kamala Harris named Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. Walz’s selection follows former President Donald Trump naming Ohio U.S. Senator JD Vance as his running mate. Joining us to discuss the issue is another proud midwest…

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How the new presidential race is playing out in Ohio 20:00

2M ago20:00

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To get a handle on how this is playing out in Ohio, we talked to four veteran political observers: progressive activist Morgan Harper, Republican strategist Terry Casey, Ohio Public Radio reporter Jo Ingles and Cleveland.com reporter Andrew Tobias.By WOSU Public Media

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Passing the torch 20:14

2M ago20:14

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There is a new likely Democratic nominee for President of the United States. Former Ohio Democratic Chair David Pepper—a man who has been through candidate nomination processes, recruiting candidates and guiding them to Election Day—joins the show to discuss this tumultuous pivot for Democrats.By WOSU Public Media

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JD Vance joins the Trump ticket 20:14

3M ago20:14

20:14

Former President Donald Trump ended all speculation and named Ohio’s junior U.S. Senator, JD Vance, as his running mate this week at the Republican National Convention. To understand why Trump may have made this pick, longtime Vance adviser Jai Chabria joins the show.By WOSU Public Media

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Ohio minimum wage increase not on 2024 ballot 18:16

3M ago18:16

18:16

Voters will not get the chance to increase Ohio’s minimum wage in this year’s election. Supporters of an effort to raise the state’s minimum wage to $15 an hour have come up short in their attempt to get the proposed amendment on the ballot. Joining us to discuss the campaign is the president of One Fair Wage, Saru Jayaraman.…

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Protecting the integrity of elections 20:37

3M ago20:37

20:37

With the 2024 election just around the corner, the former president continues to warn of a rigged election months before ballots are cast. Fair election advocates are mobilizing to counter the false narrative. Democratic former Congressman Zack Space of the bi-partisan Democracy Defense Project joins the show. Editor's Note: An earlier version of t…

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Debate prep 28:37

4M ago28:37

28:37

Next week, Biden and Trump will meet again on the debate stage. CNN will host the first of two scheduled debates at its studios in Atlanta. Republican Strategist Terry Casey joins the show.By WOSU Public Media

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New Ohio law tightens rules on issues, campaigns and foreign contributions 22:07

4M ago22:07

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In order to extend the campaign filing deadline so President Biden’s name would appear on the Ohio ballot, lawmakers insisted on another law banning foreign campaign contributions. Joining us now to discuss this law, its constitutionality, and possibly unintended—or maybe intended—consequences is Case Western Reserve University Law Professor Atiba …

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Will young voters turn out for Biden? 20:55

4M ago20:55

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It looks like Ohio voters will get the chance to vote for Joe Biden for president if they choose, but it’s been a tortuous process to get there. Meanwhile, Biden continues to struggle in national polls. Kim Agyekum, president of Ohio Young Democrats, joins the show.By WOSU Public Media

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Phil Rosenthal 42:51

7M ago42:51

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On the menu for today’s show - some nice and a whole lot of spice. Phil Rosenthal, creator of EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND, and foodie extraordinaire joins Kasich & Klepper for a feast for the ears. They talk about why everyone should travel (even if it's exploring your own town!), the power of sharing a meal (and a laugh), and how Phil developed his se…

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Celinda Lake and Ed Goeas 56:49

2y ago56:49

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Midterms are right around the corner. What issues REALLY matter most to voters? Who will win the House and the Senate? Will Trump and Biden face off again in 2024? To get the answers, Kasich & Klepper turn to Celinda Lake, one of the country’s top Democratic pollsters, and Ed Goeas, a prominent republican pollster and partner at Tarrance Group. The…

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Scott A. Small 1:00:37

2y ago1:00:37

1:00:37

Don’t forget, this is an episode to remember. Dr. Scott A. Small, neuroscientist and director of the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at Columbia University, talks with Kasich & Klepper about why forgetting is not always a failure of our memory and how sleep helps us clear our minds. They also discuss how we are constantly cluttering our brains …

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Lis Smith 1:03:09

2y ago1:03:09

1:03:09

When Kasich is away, the Democrats will play. Jordan Klepper is without his partner in civility this week, so he welcomes Lis Smith, Democratic strategist for more than 20 political campaigns including Barack Obama, Andrew Cuomo and Pete Buttigieg. Jordan and Lis debate Biden’s favorability struggles, whether a “nice” candidate like Pete Buttigieg …

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Kasich & Klepper: Liz Cheney's Defeat, Trump's FBI Battle, & Biden's Midterms 54:34

2y ago54:34

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Midterm season is upon us! In this week's episode, Kasich & Klepper throw the biggest headlines and questions at each other including what Liz Cheney's defeat spells for Trump-opposing Republican candidates, heated Senate races like Herschel Walker and Raphael Warnock in Georgia, and whether Democrats losing the House may lead to President Biden's …

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Dominic Monaghan 1:04:16

2y ago1:04:16

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From the Shire to the Island, this week’s guest has played a major part in bringing some of your favorite series to life. Dominic Monaghan tells Kasich & Klepper what it’s like to be a part of iconic series like Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, and Lost, and why he thinks his best work is yet to come. They also embrace Beatlesmania, discuss the World …

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Tim Miller 1:06:14

2y ago1:06:14

1:06:14

In the trainwreck that is American politics, there are those on the Trump train, those who got off, and those who never got on board. So, how did we end up here? You can point at least one finger towards this week’s guest, Tim Miller, longtime political consultant and writer-at-large for The Bulwark. Tim reveals to Kasich & Klepper his involvement …

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Anne Applebaum 1:01:16

2y ago1:01:16

1:01:16

China, Russia, Communism, Dictatorship, and the United States: One of these things is not like the others, but for how long? Anne Applebaum, the Pulitzer-prize winning historian and staff writer at The Atlantic, joins Kasich & Klepper to discuss the ongoing threats on democracy across the globe, why authoritarianism continues to grow in popularity;…

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Danny Strong 1:06:39

2y ago1:06:39

1:06:39

When those in power fail us, we often turn to entertainment to seek justice. This week, Danny Strong, creator and showrunner of the Emmy-nominated limited-series, DOPESICK, shares how he channeled his outrage to place a powerful spotlight on the deceit and criminality behind the opioid crisis. Danny also reveals the challenges of making stories lik…

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Deontay Wilder 1:13:20

2y ago1:13:20

1:13:20

Nothing can prepare you for this week's knockout episode: the "Bronze Bomber" Deontay Wilder steps into the ring with Kasich and Klepper. Deontay reveals the warrior mentality it took to become the longtime WBC heavyweight champion, why there's no relationship between him and Tyson Fury beyond their historic trilogy fights, and the legacy he's leav…

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Kasich & Klepper: The Current State of America 1:09:16

2y ago1:09:16

1:09:16

With so many issues affecting our country, this week's episodes features an honest and unedited conversation between Kasich & Klepper about what's really weighing on the hearts and minds of Americans today. John Kasich and Jordan Klepper share how they feel about the current state of America, the polarizing political figures like AOC and Ted Cruz, …

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Bobby Rahal 1:02:44

2y ago1:02:44

1:02:44

'All gas, no brakes' on this week of Kasich and Klepper! Legendary IndyCar driver and team owner Bobby Rahal stops by to share how winning the Indy 500 changes your life, what it's like owning a racing team with David Letterman, how Netflix and Formula 1 is growing the sport, and the dangers of racing as a driver - and parent. To follow and support…

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John Heilemann 1:13:26

2y ago1:13:26

1:13:26

Break out your popcorn, this week The Circus comes to Kasich & Klepper! Journalist and host of Showtime’s THE CIRCUS John Heilemann joins Kasich & Klepper for an entertaining one-of-a-kind show. Things get political with discussions about where the future of the GOP is going, why the frightening power of election misinformation is here to stay, and…

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Andy Roddick 1:10:55

2y ago1:10:55

1:10:55

Looking for some entertaining back-and-forth worthy of a Wimbledon championship match? Tennis legend Andy Roddick serves up an exciting discussion with Kasich & Klepper on the historical impact of tennis players in the fight against social injustice, his personal career highs and lows, his admiration (and envy) of Roger Federer’s puzzling mentality…

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Donny Deutsch 1:06:31

2+ y ago1:06:31

1:06:31

Nothing is more “on brand” for Kasich & Klepper than this week’s fired up guest. Donny Deutsch, branding expert and podcast host of “On Brand with Donny Deutsch”, joins the show to discuss the power of brands to target emotion, personality, and fear when it comes to building a cult-like devoted following… whether it be Nike, Mercedes-Benz, or the D…

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Bruce Hornsby 1:08:25

2+ y ago1:08:25

1:08:25

Can this week’s guest use his musical chops to help Kasich & Klepper set aside their differences once and for all? Well, some things’ll never change... that’s just the way it is. Singer-songwriter and pianist extraordinaire Bruce Hornsby joins K&K this week to talk about a range of topics, musical and otherwise! Listen to hear how Bruce beat NBA le…

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Fred Guttenberg 57:59

2+ y ago57:59

57:59

This K&K episode contains a discussion on gun violence, death, grief and other difficult topics. Gun control activist Fred Guttenberg joins K&K this week for an in-depth discussion about gun violence in the U.S. After Guttenberg’s 14-year-old daughter Jaime was murdered in the Parkland school shooting on Feb 14, 2018, he channeled his rage and grie…

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Jana Schmieding 59:27

2+ y ago59:27

59:27

Nothing better than having a friend on the show! This week’s K&K guest is the absolutely hilarious writer, actor, and activist, Jana Schmieding! Jana joins Kasich & Klepper for a lively chat about her upbringing, the importance of modern indigenous representation in America, and the best ways to appreciate the diverse history and culture of Native …

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Bob Costas Part 2 44:55

2+ y ago44:55

44:55

Batter up! “Part 2” of Kasich and Klepper’s conversation with the legendary Bob Costas is finally here! Hear Bob like you’ve never heard him before as Kasich and Klepper dive deep on the political pitfalls of partisanship, MAGA mentality, and how to bring disparate points of view together. They also reflect on the aftermath of the January 6th insur…

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Alyssa Milano 1:06:19

2+ y ago1:06:19

1:06:19

You will be absolutely CHARMED by this week’s guest! Alyssa Milano has been in the entertainment industry since she was a kid, starring in hit shows like “Who’s the Boss?” and “Charmed,” but her career in activism is just as lengthy and impressive as her time in Hollywood. She’s fought for HIV/AIDS awareness, reproductive health rights, the #MeToo …

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Ian Bremmer 1:07:32

2+ y ago1:07:32

1:07:32

Global warming, more COVID, Putin’s endless escalation of war, growing inflation… The world’s on fire, literally, so how do we fight it? Ian Bremmer, the (ever-optimistic) political scientist and bestselling author shares with Kasich and Klepper why he believes the crisis in Ukraine is the beginning of a new Cold War with Russia, the urgency of Fin…

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Mayim Bialik 55:38

2+ y ago55:38

55:38

Here's your clue for this week's guest: An accomplished neuroscientist, bestselling author and podcast host, you also know this actor from hit shows like Blossom, The Big Bang Theory, Call Me Kat and Jeopardy. If you buzzed in with ‘Who is Mayim Bialik?’ you are correct! You’ve won a brand new episode of K&K! Mayim joins Kasich & Klepper for a conv…

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U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy 1:04:09

2+ y ago1:04:09

1:04:09

The Doctor is in! This week, Surgeon General of the United States Dr. Vivek Murthy joins the podcast for a healthy dose of Kasich & Klepper. In this episode, America’s Doctor answers questions about the continuing COVID health crisis including the need for continued response funding, COVID best practices, and the future of the pandemic. He also tal…

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Mike Massimino 1:04:04

2+ y ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Houston, we have a podcast! Former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino joins the podcast this week for an episode that is truly out of this world. He opens up about the precious “pale blue dot” we all live on, the importance of keeping it safe, and how Earth’s future is tied to the stars. Mike also shares his thoughts on private space programs like Space…

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Julie Bowen 1:09:23

2+ y ago1:09:23

1:09:23

Modern life keeps you on your toes, but it’s best to take it all in stride with a sense of humor– few know that better than this week’s guest, the inimitable star of Modern Family, Julie Bowen! She spent 11 years as America’s favorite type-A mom, and now she’s spending an hour with Kasich & Klepper to discuss everything from swearing off dating to …

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Chris Bosh 1:06:39

2+ y ago1:06:39

1:06:39

When you’re an eleven-time NBA All-Star, you’ve dealt with years of being double-teamed on the court, but nothing prepares you for the matchup of Kasich & Klepper. NBA Hall of Famer Chris Bosh reveals the struggles he dealt with mentally when his NBA career was cut short, how the game helped him learn fundamental things about himself beyond the cou…

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Stevie Van Zandt 1:03:47

2+ y ago1:03:47

1:03:47

Get ready, because this week’s guest is about to rock your world, literally. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame musician and iconic actor, Stevie Van Zandt breaks down his massive career with Kasich & Klepper. Stevie chats about music, being stuck in the 60's “renaissance,” and bringing arts education to thousands of kids across the United States. Plus, he…

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David Whyte 1:10:16

2+ y ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Language is an incredibly powerful tool, whether we use it to express, limit, or hide ourselves, and few know that better than this week's guest, poet David Whyte. David speaks candidly with Kasich & Klepper about how to have a REAL conversation, how his background in the hard sciences influenced his art, learning the poetry of the business world, …

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Mark Cuban 1:05:27

2+ y ago1:05:27

1:05:27

Some people are natural born leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, free thinkers - even fewer are all of those things and then some. The one and only Mark Cuban shares his honest and unfiltered thoughts with Kasich & Klepper on the issues of big pharmacy, insurance, and banking. He also predicts the future of artificial intelligence, cryptocurrency, …

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Paul Feig 1:06:45

2+ y ago1:06:45

1:06:45

Like an expertly crafted cocktail, this week’s guest features the perfect mix of ingredients: delightful, sweet, hilarious, an award-winning director, creator, writer, producer, actor, and author. The always enjoyable Paul Feig joins Kasich & Klepper to talk about how his small town, Michigan roots shaped his comedy, whether being as funny as Melis…

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