Best Marie Kirkland Podcasts (2025)

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Meg Kinnard, AP National Politics Reporter: 'When We Cover Politics, We Leave Ourselves at the Door' 36:06

8d ago36:06

36:06

Hello flies! Welcome back to a brand new season of The Fly! We are so excited to kick start this season with a very special guest, Meg Kinnard! Meg is a national politics reporter with a 20 year career at The Associated Press. She anchored the first-ever general election livestream coverage for the AP, and was also the first AP reporter to appear o…

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Sen. Laphonza Butler: "The union taught me advocacy" 25:13

3M ago25:13

25:13

Welcome back flies! This week we are buzzing back in with a special edition episode featuring California’s outgoing senator Laphonza Butler! Reporting from the Hart Building of the Senate Office, sit down with Will and Sarah as they dive into Butler’s expansive political journey- growing up in Mississippi, graduating from the HBCU Jackson Universit…

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Ep98: Enthusiastic Yes or Bust Ft. Pat Smith & Lefty Lucy 59:08

3M ago59:08

59:08

Sometimes, personal goals get lost because we say yes to other people's goals without assessing whether or not they align with ours. Though there is something valuable to take from every experience, we have to constantly evaluate whether or not what we are currently doing is nourishing us or depleting us. J.Mix is joined by her talented friends, Pa…

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2024 Election Special Pt 3 ft. Rick Wiley, Sarah Mucha, Reed Howard, and Liam Richichi 1:13:20

4M ago1:13:20

1:13:20

In the final episode of The Fly's Post-Election Analysis Special, Andrea Smith brings together a diverse set of voices to unpack the results of this year’s election. With a deep dive into what led to the GOP's red wave, Andrea first sits down with Rick Wiley, a seasoned Republican strategist who shares insights on the winning message that propelled…

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Ashley Gunn: “We are more alike than we are different” 26:49

4M ago26:49

26:49

Today we are buzzing back in with GU politics fellow Ashley Gunn! Gunn has not only served as a special assistant to the president, the senior director of cabinet affairs for Donald Trump’s administration, but she had worked the behind the scenes of every republican convention since 1991. Tune in to this episode to hear more about Ashley’s take on …

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2024 Election Special Pt 2 ft. Symone Sanders-Townsend 46:53

4M ago46:53

46:53

We are incredibly honored to bring to you a very special, 2-part episode. Today, all across the country, Americans are voting in one of the most consequential and unique elections in American history. From the near assassination of Former President Donald Trump to President Biden passing the baton to Vice President Kamala Harris, the first Black an…

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2024 Election Special (Part 1) - ft. Sarah Mucha and Reed Howard 46:29

4M ago46:29

46:29

In part one of our election special, Senior Fly Andrea Smith sits down with former CNN embed Sarah Mucha and Reed Howard, Chief Public Affairs Officer for The Future Caucus. Together, they dive into the fascinating world of swing state voters, focusing on groups like Nikki Haley supporters in Pennsylvania and Gen Zers in Michigan. You’ll get an ins…

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Mary Beth Tinker: "History will look back and wonder, what did you do?" 35:07

4M ago35:07

35:07

NEW week, NEW episode! 🪰This week, we sat down with the acclaimed American free speech activist Mary Beth Tinker!Tinker is renowned in classrooms and courtrooms alike for her role in the 1969 Supreme Court case Tinker v. Des Moines, which solidified students’ right to free speech. In this exciting new episode, she walks us through her experience wi…

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Ep97: Behind the Music: The Journey of "Circles 2.0” 25:29

4M ago25:29

25:29

J.Mix is a multi-hyphenate performing artist born & raised in New Orleans, LA. She is a Loyola University Music School graduate with over fifty theatrical credits since 2006. For the vast majority of her career, she's sung the tunes of other composers and songwriters in theatrical and classical spaces. Over the last three years, she has begun relea…

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Rick Wiley: "With time, you just keep moving" 34:24

4M ago34:24

34:24

Welcome back to The Fly! There’s no better way to kick off Season 16 than with Rick Wiley, a seasoned GOP political strategist and Spring 2024 GU Politics Fellow. Rick has worked behind the scenes of some of the most high-profile political campaigns in the U.S., most notably as the National Political Director for Ambassador Nikki Haley's presidenti…

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Ep96: Navigating Life as a Multi-Hyphenate Artist ft. Kirkland Green 1:05:33

6M ago1:05:33

1:05:33

On this episode, J.Mix & Kirkland discuss the complexities of being a multi-hyphenate artist. They dissect the challenges of balancing various creative roles, imposter syndrome, and the importance of perseverance. The episode features updates on J.Mix recent ventures, including her trip to New York, upcoming events, and her collaborative projects, …

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Ep95: Queer Folk Watch Porn Too Pt. 2 ft. Donyae 1:00:32

8M ago1:00:32

1:00:32

This episode continues a pivotal conversation that J.Mix is conducting with The Self-Aware Millennial community on their relationship with pornography and how it affects their day-to-day lives. In this episode, J.Mix speaks with Donyae Asante about their early experiences with porn, growing up in a conservative Christian household, the lack of conv…

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Ep94: Queer Folk Watch Porn Too Pt. 1 22:29

8M ago22:29

22:29

HAPPY PRIDE, LOVES! On this episode, J.Mix facilitates a highly-anticipated discussion on pornography with queer-identifying guests Kayla, Theodus, and Becka. The guests share their diverse experiences with porn, how their introductions to porn influenced their consumption, and their thoughts on the portrayal and impact of porn in their everyday li…

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Ep93: Releasing Imperfection & Embracing Spontaneity 1:05:09

9M ago1:05:09

1:05:09

J.Mix returns after a hiatus to discuss the challenges of releasing her perfectionist tendencies, embracing spontaneity, and the beauty of living in the present. She also shares personal reflections on missed opportunities, imposter syndrome, and the complexities of balancing personal and professional life. Highlights include updates on upcoming ev…

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Dr. Anthony Fauci: "We could see the tsunami in the distance" 48:17

10M ago48:17

48:17

Welcome back to the Fly! There is no better way to end the season than with Dr. Fauci. As leader of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases for 38 years, he has been on the frontline of nearly every major disease since the 1980s. His research and dedication have helped save tens of millions of lives. As Dr. Fauci has been widely c…

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Allegra Kirkland and Waleed Shahid: “Don’t count out the youth vote” 23:07

11M ago23:07

23:07

Welcome back, flies! We have a very special episode this week, because we have not one but two guests!! First, we sat down with Waleed Shahid, a Senior Democratic Strategist and former Spokesperson for Justice Democrats, about the future of the Democratic party, including "The Squad." Next, we sat down with Allegra Kirkland, the politics director f…

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Laura Barrón-López: “Reporting the truth is not always going to make people happy” 40:10

11M ago40:10

40:10

This week flies sat down with the PBS NewsHour White House Correspondent and CNN Analyst Laura Barrón-López. Laura is a rising star in journalism who knew she wanted to be a journalist since she was 12. She began in local journalism in California early in her college career and, after graduation, moved to DC after receiving an opportunity to be a r…

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Dan Lamothe, Pentagon Correspondent: “There is always a deeper story worth telling” 28:03

11M ago28:03

28:03

Buzz buzz… sit down with fellow flies Kenneth and Sarah to listen to an engaging conversation with Pentagon Correspondent and the Washington Post’s National Security writer Dan Lamothe. In this episode, Dan discusses how he made his foray into the world of journalism, starting with local reporting and moving toward covering the U.S. military, its p…

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Val Demings, Former US Representative: "Out of the ashes, I do believe good things can evolve" 46:52

12M ago46:52

46:52

We are zooming in with another incredible interview! Val Demings is a profile in public service. Demings was Orlando’s first woman Chief of Police and served as the Congresswoman for FL-10, where she was a house impeachment manager for Donald Trump’s first impeachment and was there that day on January 6th. She was also on President Biden’s shortlis…

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Ep92: De-centering Gender Roles ft. Sakinah Daaz 1:17:22

12M ago1:17:22

1:17:22

Happy Melanin March! We are overjoyed to be joined by "kickboxer turned comedian" Sakinah Daaz as she chats with J.Mix about how she practices de-centering gender roles in her life and the lives of others. Follow Sakinah on all the socials: @sakinahdaazcomedy Join Sakinah at the next RetroSHADE- an astrology roast show @retroshadecomedy Catch J.Mix…

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Ep91: Multi-Hyphenate Mondays Sneak Peek 1:16:00

1y ago1:16:00

1:16:00

HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH! On this special episode of TSAM, J.Mix shares some of her favorite guest interviews from her latest show, Multi-Hyphenate Mondays, which she co-hosts with the amazing, charming, & talented, Pat Smith at the AllWays Lounge! To grab or donate your ticket to the next show, visit mhmnola.eventbrite.com and follow @3plethreatm…

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Machalagh Carr, Speaker McCarthy's Chief of Staff: "It was the ride of a lifetime" 35:37

1y ago35:37

35:37

Welcome back to another incredible episode. This week, Flys sat down with Machalagh Carr, former Chief of Staff to Kevin McCarthy. Carr is an experienced legal counselor who served as General Counsel for the Speaker and office of the Republican Leader. Additionally, she has held numerous roles across a number of congressional oversight committees. …

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Deanne Millison, Former Chief Economic Advisor: “It’s a Patience Game” 31:10

1y ago31:10

31:10

Welcome back! Here to start off our season: Chase and Sarah joined our very first fellow, Deanne Millison! They had a lively conversation about Deanne’s experience starting off in law school and transitioning into the political sphere. Hear more about Millison’s roles as the Chief Economic Advisor for Vice President Harris, her work with the impeac…

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Brad Raffensperger, GA Secretary of State: "There's Something True about Southern Hospitality" 27:13

1y ago27:13

27:13

Hello Flies, and welcome back! It's a new year and time for a new season of The Fly! We have an exciting roundup of Fellows and guests this season and can't wait to get started. For our very first episode, Chase and Julian sat down with Brad Raffensperger, the Georgia Secretary of State. They had a fascinating conversation about election security, …

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Ep90: DREAM HOUR - Black Hair in the Theatre 1:05:49

1y ago1:05:49

1:05:49

Happy Black History Month! We are featuring a refreshing conversation that J.Mix curated through NO DREAM DEFERRED's DREAM HOUR, a space for Black & Brown artists to engage in innovative discussions on topics that affect how we produce and perceive art. The topic: Black Hair in the Theatre. Featured guests: Jerrilyn Lanier-Duckworth - @bridgingthec…

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Ep89: Positive & Negatives of Community Building ft. Mary Jacobs 1:11:25

1y ago1:11:25

1:11:25

This episode starts as titled. You WILL hear J.Mix and Mary Jacobs chat about community building as small business owners. And then they divert to their frustrations with New Orleans transplants and how it has bled into post-Katrina parade culture during Mardi Gras. Mary is a force and a long-time friend and supporter of The Self-Aware Millennial p…

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Ep88: Let's Talk About Barney ft. Steven Schwartz 1:12:48

1y ago1:12:48

1:12:48

Barney & Friends was a children's television show that became popular in the early 1990s. It features Barney, a purple anthropomorphic Tyrannosaurus rex who conveys educational messages through songs and small dance routines with a friendly, huggable, and optimistic attitude. On this episode, J.Mix, unlocks her core memories from the show with New …

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Ep87: A Year of Firsts ft. Donyae + Amara 1:12:50

1y ago1:12:50

1:12:50

On this episode, J.Mix is joined by Donye Asante & Amara Skinner to reflect on the significant milestones each one of them has achieved in their journey of self-awareness and personal growth in 2023. They discuss the highlights of their year, including their involvement in the WE WILL DREAM: New Works Festival, & Donyae's newly released album "Heav…

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Ep86: Side Effects of Child Abuse ft. Rin Medico 1:38:47

1y ago1:38:47

1:38:47

In this highly anticipated episode, J.Mix & Rin Medico provide a comprehensive discussion on their experiences with child abuse. They delve into the statistics, devastating effects, and strategies to cope with abuse traumas. They also highlight the role of parents in providing a secure environment, the importance of therapy, and various coping mech…

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Ep85: “F*ck the Money” ft. Synamin Vixen 1:25:28

1+ y ago1:25:28

1:25:28

On this episode, J.Mix sits down with sensual healer, poet, & burlesque performer Synamin Vixen to talk shop about their relationship to money, how it has helped them in their current practice, and how they are backing away from capitalism to reach their communities. Follow Synamin @synaminvixen & her podcast @thedomexperiencepodcastnola on IG Catc…

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Brenda Gianiny, President of Axis Research Inc.: "Voters Want Another Choice" 35:49

1+ y ago35:49

35:49

Hello flies! We’re buzzing into Thanksgiving break with a brand new episode! This week flies interviewed Brenda Gianiny, President of Axis Research Inc. and a Republican pollster for notable Republicans such as Liz Cheney, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mitch McConnell, Bush-Cheney 04, and more! We talked about Brenda’s experience as a pollster and how iss…

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Emily Horne, Fmr. Spokesperson, National Security Council: "The Changing World Order" 37:46

1+ y ago37:46

37:46

Welcome back, flies! As Thanksgiving approaches, we have another great episode for you with one of our GU Politics fellows! This week, we sat down with Emily Horne, the Former Spokesperson for the National Security Council under the Biden Administration. She also is the Former Head of Global Policy Communications at Twitter, and the Founder and CEO…

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Ep84: Losing A Loved One to Suicide ft. Joshua Walker 1:27:20

1+ y ago1:27:20

1:27:20

In this deeply personal and candid conversation, J.Mix and Joshua Walker delve into their experiences with mental health, suicide ideation, and the tragic experiences of losing loved ones to suicide. They underscore the significance of communication for individuals struggling with depression and anxiety. The role of wealth, and societal and cultura…

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Craig Minassian, Consultant of The Daily Show: “Comedy is the conscience of the people” 30:59

1+ y ago30:59

30:59

Buzz buzz, fellow flies! This week’s episode features another GU Politics Fellow, Craig Minassian! Darius and Sarah dive into Craig’s journey of merging the seemingly distant realms of politics and entertainment. Tune in to hear more about Craig’s experience as a producer and consultant for Comedy Central, MTV, ABC, and ESPN, working with Stephen C…

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Ep83: Less Meds, Less Therapy ft. Asia-Lyn 1:07:06

1+ y ago1:07:06

1:07:06

If you've been diagnosed with a mental illness and are lucky enough to experience life after taking years of medication and therapy- this episode is for you. In this episode, J.Mix joins Asia-Lyn to chat about their mental wellness journeys, how they managed to stop taking SSRIs, and the alternatives they are using to regular their emotions. Trigge…

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Joe Hack, Former Senate Chief Of Staff: “I’m a radical incrementalist” 24:06

1+ y ago24:06

24:06

Hello Flies! Welcome back to another episode! This week, we sat down with another GU Politics Fellow, Joe Hack! Hack graduated from Georgetown in 2009, so we were happy to welcome him back to the hilltop! Hack is the Former U.S. Senate Chief of Staff (Sen. Fischer, R-Neb.), as well as a Senior VP for The Daschle Group and the CEO of Swann Street Co…

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Ep82: Side Effects of Zoloft (Revisited) 44:40

1+ y ago44:40

44:40

In this episode, J.Mix revisits Ep. 48, where she shared some of the side effects experienced while taking the SSRI, Zoloft. Zoloft (Sertraline) is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It is used to treat some types of depression, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), social anxiety disorder (SAD), obsessive-compulsive disord…

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Gabe Fleisher, Founder of Wake Up to Politics: “Listen to your audience” 31:04

1+ y ago31:04

31:04

On this week’s episode, the flies buzzed into an exciting conversation with Georgetown senior Gabe Fleisher, the founder and editor-in-chief of the daily political newsletter Wake Up to Politics. Gabe discussed his experience with starting the newsletter, his coolest experiences as a reporter, and the accessibility of political news. He also shared…

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Nia-Malika Henderson - CNN Senior Political Reporter: "We need to do better" 34:06

1+ y ago34:06

34:06

In this episode, the flies sat down with Nia-Malika Henderson, CNN Senior Political Analyst and GU Politics Fellow. She discussed everything from the challenges of being a black queer woman in the media industry today, to the fallbacks the media had in covering the Obama and Trump administrations, to the significant changes she has witnessed over t…

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Ron Klain, Former White House Chief of Staff: “Look for places where you can bring people together” 31:00

1+ y ago31:00

31:00

We are buzzing into a new season with an interview with former White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain! Beginning working with President Joe Biden in 1988, Klain has nearly four decades of experience serving all three branches of government and the private sector. His unmatched expertise was tested in the first two years of the Biden Administration as…

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Ep81: DELETE THE APPS - How to Unplug from Social Media 20:28

1+ y ago20:28

20:28

In this episode, J.Mix gives advice on effective ways to unplug from social media. TOPICS OF DISCUSSION: Signs You Need A Digital Detox How to Maintain a Detoxed Lifestyle What To Expect After Your Detox WATCH THIS EPISODE & SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! For related episodes, listen to: Ep. 8 - Social Media Distancing Ep. 41 - Surviving & Thriving the Soci…

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Former MD Governor Larry Hogan: "Successful Politics Is About Addition" 29:03

2y ago29:03

29:03

Welcome back! For the season finale, we sat down with former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan. Hogan shared his experience during his time as governor, his political career, the future of the Republican Party in Maryland, and more. It's been a fantastic season and year with The Fly, and we can't thank all of our listeners enough for tuning in every we…

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Host of Left, Right, & Center David Greene: "Always be ready to take a detour" 40:42

2y ago40:42

40:42

In this episode of The Fly, we sat down with David Greene, host of Left, Right, & Center, and a former co-host of NPR’s Morning Edition. David shared s his experiences reporting in Libya during the Arab Spring and in Ukraine last year. The flies also had an honest discussion with him about the current polarization of news and lessons we can learn m…

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Ep80: Interracial Dating 101 ft. Theo Pt. 2 1:04:00

2y ago1:04:00

1:04:00

We are welcomed by an extremely special guest who has been mentioned MANY times by J.Mix, but the listeners never got a name... til now. In honor of their 10th anniversary, J.Mix is sitting down with her boyfriend, Theo, to reminisce about their relationship, which just so happens to fall on the interracial spectrum. In this episode, they dive deep…

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Am I Missing Out On "Black Love" by Being In An Interracial Relationship? 8:14

2y ago8:14

8:14

J.Mix addresses a very important question that The Self-Aware Millennial received about her thoughts and feelings behind choosing not to experience "black love" in her interracial relationship. This is a prequel to Part Two of "Interracial Dating 101. ft. Theo" _________________ New Orleans's newest festival is BLACK THEATRE! The WE WILL DREAM: New…

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President of AEI Robert Doar: "We provide a platform" 43:59

2y ago43:59

43:59

In this exciting episode, the flies sat down with Robert Doar, the President of the American Enterprise Institute and a highly respected public policy expert. The conversation surrounded all things about think tanks in America and the role they have in affecting legislation. This is surely an episode you do not want to miss out on, so grab a snack …

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Former US Representative (VA-02) Elaine Luria: “Members of Congress have a large microphone” 31:22

2y ago31:22

31:22

This week, Will and Kelvin sat down with Elaine Luria, a former United States representative for Virginia's Second Congressional District. She covered the day-to-day life of a member of Congress, recent ideas of isolationism, defense spending, and the differences in serving under the past two presidencies. This is an episode you won't want to miss,…

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Ep79: Interracial Dating 101 ft. Theo Pt. 1 1:13:34

2y ago1:13:34

1:13:34

We are welcomed by an extremely special guest who has been mentioned MANY times by J.Mix, but the listeners never got a name... til now. In honor of their 10th anniversary, J.Mix is sitting down with her boyfriend, Theo, to reminisce about their relationship, which just so happens to fall on the interracial spectrum. In this episode, they run over …

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CNN Washington Bureau Chief Sam Feist: "It's more important to be right than first" 43:41

2y ago43:41

43:41

For this week’s special episode, the flies sat down with Sam Feist, Washington Bureau Chief and Senior Vice President for CNN. Given his incredible experience in the broadcast industry having won multiple Emmy awards and overseeing multiple of the most watched political shows in history, the flies had an engaging conversation with him about his wor…

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Former Georgia Senate Runoff Director Jonae Wartel: "Demographics Aren't Destiny" 38:16

2y ago38:16

38:16

On this week’s episode, Austin and Kenneth sat down with Jonae Wartel, an activist and organizer. She’s the former Georgia Senate Runoff Director and a current partner at Arc Initiatives. Now she’s a 2023 Spring GU Politics Fellow! This episode covers the difference between the two recent Georgia Senate runoff races, the importance of on-the-ground…

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