Best New Hampshire Democratic Party Podcasts (2024)

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Concord Mayor Jim Bouley 41:21

8M ago41:21

41:21

This week we chat with outgoing Mayor of Concord, NH Jim Bouley on his tenure in office!By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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Samay Sahu 46:26

8M ago46:26

46:26

On this episode of the Party Line Podcast, we are joined by the incredible former President of National High School Democrats, Samay Sahu! Tune in as we discuss the plethora of Democratic wins across the Granite State in last week's municipal elections!By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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Laconia Mayor Andrew Hosmer 43:10

9M ago43:10

43:10

On this episode of The Party Line Podcast, we are joined by the Mayor Andrew Hosmer of Laconia! You don't want to miss the juicy details on the upcoming New Hampshire Mayoral elections!By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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Former U.S. Representative Paul Hodes 54:39

9M ago54:39

54:39

On this week’s episode we talk to Former U.S. Congressman Paul Hodes about his career in New Hampshire politics and the chaotic race for a new House speaker by Republicans in Congress.By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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State Senator Dr. Tom Sherman 39:25

9M ago39:25

39:25

This week, we talk to former State Senator Dr. Tom Sherman and get the scoop on his past campaign for Governor against Chris Sununu and discuss the whirlwind of Republicans filing for the NH Primary.By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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Fmr. NHDP Chair Kathy Sullivan 38:41

9M ago38:41

38:41

On this episode of The Party Line Podcast, we speak to the former Chair of the NHDP Kathy Sullivan about the grassroots effort to write in New Hampshire's President Joe Biden in the First-in-the-Nation Primary.By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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State Representative & DVCC Chair Laura Telerski 44:40

10M ago44:40

44:40

If you only listen to one New Hampshire politics podcast this week, make it this one. This week we go over the recent major wins for NH Dems across the state and talk to Representative Laura Telerski who just secured her fourth special election victory as the Chair of the House of Representatives Democratic Victory Campaign Committee. Join us as we…

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State Senator Shannon Chandley 45:09

10M ago45:09

45:09

This week we speak with State Senator Shannon Chandley from the battleground senate district 11 which includes Amherst, Merrimack, Milford, and Wilton. We also discuss the attacks on the LGBTQ+ community by State Senator Carrie Gendreau. Don't miss it!By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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Hon. Sue Ford 48:04

11M ago48:04

48:04

This week we speak to the Honorable Sue Ford about her history as a stalwart activist and legislator in New Hampshire! We also discuss the recent criminal referral of House Speaker Pro Tem Laurie Sanborn and her husband, the former State Senator Andy Sanborn for allegedly illegally taking almost $900,000 in Covid relief money and buying three race …

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Rep. Ben Ming 42:45

11M ago42:45

42:45

This week we talk to Representative Ben Ming, who was elected to represent the battleground town of Hollis in 2022 and currently serves on the Fish and Game Committee. Rep. Ming will also serve as co-chair of the upcoming NHDP Convention! Join us for a classic NHPolitics conversation!By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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Rep. Catherine Rombeau 36:23

11M ago36:23

36:23

This week we speak with State Representative Catherine Rombeau of Bedford! Representative Rombeau won an upset special election in September 2021, overturning generations of Republican leadership in what was once considered a Republican stronghold. She talks to us about being on the frontlines of a demographic shft transforming the political face o…

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Rep. Dave Luneau 45:54

11M ago45:54

45:54

This week we're talking to Deputy Ranking Member of the House Education Committee Representative Dave Luneau on the recent efforts by Republicans in Department of Education to bring far-right content from PragerU into New Hampshire Schools. Rep. Luneau delivered fiery testimony before the Board of Education on this topic last week. Another can't-mi…

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NHDP Executive Director Troy Price 47:08

11M ago47:08

47:08

This week we talk to New Hampshire Democratic Party Executive Director Troy Price during during his last week at the party. We talk about his long and storied career in politics in Iowa, New Hampshire and beyond. Also! Ray Buckley weighs in on the kooky winner of the Republican primary for the Rockingham 1 special election and the lastest indictmen…

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New Hampshire Institute of Politics Executive Director Neil Levesque 52:15

12M ago52:15

52:15

Another cannot miss episode of the podcast this week as we talk to the Executive Director at the New Hampshire Institute of Politics at St. Anselms College Executive Director Neil Levesque, one of the foremost figures on politics in New Hampshire and beyond. We also discuss the launch of Republican candidate Kelly Ayotte's campaign for Governor and…

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Assistant Senate Democratic Leader Becky Whitley & Sununu's Departure 42:34

12M ago42:34

42:34

If you are interested in New Hampshire politics, you can't afford not to hear this episode. We talk to NHDP Chair Ray Buckley on Chris Sununu's decision not to run for a fifth term for Governor of New Hampshire, and breakdown key facts and stats on the leading Republican opponents vying for the seat. Then, a conversation with Assistant Senate Democ…

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State Senator Donovan Fenton 27:02

1y ago27:02

27:02

This week on the podcast we're speaking with State Senator Donovan Fenton of Senate District 10 about his career in politics and being the yougest elected State Senator in a century. We also discuss: The NH GOP's decision to support far-right hate group, Mom's for Liberty. Republican members of Congress decision to hijack a bipartisan defense bill …

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Week Off 11:29

1y ago11:29

11:29

The NHDP's office was closed last week, so we bring you an episode recorded on the week of June 30th looking back at the highlights and lowlights of the recently ended legislative session in New Hampshire. NOTE: Due to a technical error, there is no interview on this week's episode.By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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NH House Democratic Leader Rep. Matt Wilhelm & Deputy Leader Rep. Alexis Simpson 29:41

1y ago29:41

29:41

This week we have part one of a two part interview with New Hampshire House Democratic Leader Rep. Matt Wilhelm and Deputy Democratic Leader Rep. Alexis Simpson, who just wrapped up their first year leading New Hampshire House Democratic to incredible success. We also discuss recent decisions from the Supreme Court, and recent wins in the New Hamps…

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Martha Fuller Clark 35:14

1y ago35:14

35:14

On this week's episode of The Party Line we talk about neo-nazis marching on Concord, the arrest of Republican State Senator Keith Murphy, and interview legendary Seacoast activist, philanthropist, and former Democratic State Senator Martha Fuller Clark.By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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Maura Sullivan 32:06

1y ago32:06

32:06

This week on your destination for NH Politics, we talk to NHDP 2nd Vice Chair, Marine Corp veteran and former Congressional Candidate Maura Sullivan! We also discuss the state of Pride in New Hampshire and the recent investigative reporting on Governor Chris Sununu's upcoming copper mine in the Amazon rainforest and the potential for environmental …

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Larry Drake 35:42

1y ago35:42

35:42

This week we're pleased to be joined by Larry Drake, outgoing Chair of the Rockingham Dems who just recently stepped down from that position after over 10 years in the role. We also talk about Gov. Chris Sununu's decision not to run for president despite abandoning the Granite State for months to raise his public profile!…

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Hon. Joshua Query 43:39

1y ago43:39

43:39

Joining the podcast this week is the Hon. Joshua Query, Chair of the Manchester Democrats, Vice Chair of the New Hampshire Stonewall Dems and Party Affairs Director at the NHDP! We'll also be discussing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' trip into New Hampshire this week and commemorating Pride month here in New Hampshire.…

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Hon. Manny Espitia 33:50

1y ago33:50

33:50

This week, we're speaking with the Honorable Manny Espitia, an influential New Hampshire activist, former Democratic floor leader, and former President of the New Hampshire Young Dems, as well as discussing the disastrous rollout of the Ron DeSantis presidential campaign and other political topics dominating conversations around the Granite State.…

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Carlos Cardona 31:02

1y ago31:02

31:02

This week we're speaking with Carlos Cardona, a rising star in New Hampshire politics and a Democratic Leader from the Lakes Region and talking about NH Dems major wins this week on SB 272, the Nashua Ward 4 Special Election, and the recent sold out McIntyre-Shaheen 100 Club Dinner!By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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NHDP Deputy Communications Director Monica Venzke 13:51

1y ago13:51

13:51

This week we're talking with now-former NHDP Communciations Director Monica Venzke during her last week at the party.By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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Executive Councilor Cinde Warmington 21:46

1y ago21:46

21:46

This week, NHDP Chair Ray Buckley sits down with Executive Councilor Cinde Warmington and talks about her path to office and insights on serving on the Executive Council.By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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Senate Democratic Leader Donna Soucy 22:26

1y ago22:26

22:26

This week, NHDP Chair Ray Buckley will be talking to New Hampshire State Senate Democratic Leader Donna Soucy of Manchester, as well as checking in on the latest happening at the NHDP at political news across the state.By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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State Senator Lou D'Allesandro 33:54

1y ago33:54

33:54

This week on the Party Line Podcast, NHDP Chair Ray Buckley interviews the Lion of the Senate, Manchester State Senator Lou D'Allesandro, and talks about his long, storied career in New Hampshire politics.By New Hampshire Democratic Party

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Remembering Rus Wilson: A personal memory from Coach Tim Hopley 1:24

4y ago1:24

1:24

Portsmouth (N.H.) High School baseball coach Tim Hopley shares a personal memory of athletic director Rus Wilson, who died on Monday, Aug. 31. Wilson was 64.By Gannett

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Remembering Rus Wilson: "It was more like a Valentine's Day party than a basketball game" 2:42

4y ago2:42

2:42

Tom Kozikowski of Portsmouth, N.H., shares a story about two city recreation guys summoned to save the Portsmouth High School athletics department. There were big-time changes ... and a lot of balloons.By Gannett

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Remembering Rus Wilson: "I felt like I've known that guy my whole life" 1:48

4y ago1:48

1:48

Portsmouth (N.H.) High School assistant athletic director Tom Kozikowski reflects on the day he was hired by Rus Wilson and the Portsmouth Recreation Department. Wilson died on Monday, Aug. 31. He was 64.By Gannett

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'Biggest barrier to recovery' is housing: Audio interview 1:22

4y ago1:22

1:22

Jessica Norton, director of inmate services at the Rockingham County jail, discusses why housing is critical for newly-released offenders with substance use disorders.By Gannett

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Police still on case of Tammy Belanger's disappearance 35 years later 24:06

4+ y ago24:06

24:06

Exeter police Chief Stephan Poulin and Bradford police Chief Jim Valiquet, who was the lead Exeter detective investigating 8-year-old Tammy Belanger's disappearance in 1984, talk about the ongoing search, the unsolved case's impact on the community and some of the latest developments in the cold case investigation.…

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Exeter reporter recalls 'American tragedy' of Tammy Belanger 18:45

4+ y ago18:45

18:45

Former Exeter News-Letter reporter Steve Stevens recounts reporting on the disappearance of 8-year-old Tammy Belanger in 1984.By Gannett

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Rochester Police Sited Farmington Man in 2 Separate Crashes 0:37

5y ago0:37

0:37

ROCHESTER — Police cited a Farmington man in a pair of two-vehicle collisions within a two-hour period Wednesday morning, the first sending a vehicle crashing through a Washington Street home’s porch and the second entrapping another driver in her car on Route 11. George Ballou, 45, was issued a summons for failure to yield in the Washington Street…

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3 Hour Response by 2 Swat Teams Ended with Arrest 0:55

5y ago0:55

0:55

PORTSMOUTH -- A three-hour response by two SWAT teams, more than 30 police officers and multiple firefighters ended after noon Wednesday with the arrest of a Kearsarge Way man, who was the subject of prior SERT calls, the last time ending with two AR-15 rifles and three pistols being seized. Police Chief Robert Merner said the Seacoast Emergency Re…

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State Legislative Committee Votes Thursday on Water Quality Standards 0:11

5y ago0:11

0:11

PORTSMOUTH - A state legislative committee is set to vote Thursday on water quality standards for PFAS chemicals that are substantially lower than the ones set by the federal Environmental Protection Agency. Andrea Amico is a Portsmouth mother and wife whose children and husband were exposed to high levels of PFAS while drinking contaminated water …

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Senator Kamala Harris Brought her Campaign to Somersworth High School 0:21

5y ago0:21

0:21

SOMERSWORTH -- When Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Kamala Harris stepped on the stage Sunday for a town hall meeting, the first thing she said was, “I fully intend to win this election.” Her audience roared their approval. Harris spoke at Somersworth High School to a packed crowd, filling the cafeteria with so many people unable to find space…

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Legal Director for the ACLU Sent Letter Defending Constituional Rights 0:28

5y ago0:28

0:28

Gilles Bissonnette, legal director for the ACLU-NH, on Saturday sent a letter to Town Administrator Martha Roy, the members of the board of selectmen, the town planner, the building inspector and the police chief, noting that the town had no right to remove the signs and that in doing so it had violated the U.S. and New Hampshire constitutions. “Th…

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Patrick Patterson Fights Back For Support of American Civil Liberty in NH 0:27

5y ago0:27

0:27

NEWINGTON -- Newington resident Patrick Patterson serves on the board of directors for Seacoast Outright, an organization that supports LGBTQ youth in the Seacoast area, so he was eager to help promote the fifth annual Portsmouth Pride event that took place June 22. Portsmouth Pride, hosted by Seacoast Outright, is a celebration of the Seacoast’s L…

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NH Law Makers Forms Study Committee to Fit Tiny Homes Into Zoning Laws 0:41

5y ago0:41

0:41

NH Law Makers Forms Study Committee to Fit Tiny Homes Into Zoning Laws. Tom Sherman and John Morgan went to Hampton Falls to tour tiny homes. The zoning language does not quality certain homes as acceptable living spaces.By Gannett

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Woman Sentenced to Life In Prison Denied Pardon Request 0:30

5y ago0:30

0:30

LITTLETON -- A woman sentenced to life in prison in connection with the 1988 killing of a Hampton man will not receive a hearing on her pardon request. The state’s Executive Council voted unanimously Wednesday to reject Susan McLaughlin Cook’s petition for a hearing. It was the fifth time the council has denied her request. “It’s a serious crime, a…

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Providers Could Move Forward with a 10 year Plan for Additional Mental Health Services 0:48

5y ago0:48

0:48

PORTSMOUTH -- Providers could be moving forward with a 10-year plan to offer additional and needed mental-health services if not for Gov. Chris Sununu’s June 28 veto of the state budget, said Democratic officials, during a Tuesday press conference at Seacoast Mental Health. State Sens. Martha Fuller Clark, D-Portsmouth, and Tom Sherman, D-Rye, were…

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Trump Flag Removed From Housing Complex 0:55

5y ago0:55

0:55

ROCHESTER -- Kay Keenan came home to her Rochester Housing Authority apartment Monday to find her Trump 2020 flag had been removed from its flag holder, rolled up and placed next to her door with a note. “The office continues to call me about the Trump Flag. Please do not put it back up,” wrote the property manager. By Tuesday, Keenan had the flag …

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American Red Cross Looking for Donations in Maine and New Hampshire 0:27

5y ago0:27

0:27

The American Red Cross is looking for blood donations in New Hampshire and Maine after facing a major blood emergency following the week of the Fourth of July. Due to people participating in holiday activities and traveling, the average number of blood donations per week saw a significant drop, resulting in 17,000 fewer blood and platelet donations…

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Convicted Murder Accomplice Asks for Pardon Hearing 0:58

5y ago0:58

0:58

CONCORD -- Convicted murder accomplice Susan McLaughlin Cook is asking the Executive Council for a pardon hearing again. Cook, 67, is serving life in prison with no chance for parole in connection with the murder of Robert Cushing, 63, of Hampton, a prominent real estate broker, former teacher, World War II Marine Corps veteran and outspoken commun…

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Special Parking District Seeks to Help Parking Downtown Somersworth 0:36

5y ago0:36

0:36

SOMERSWORTH — On a Monday afternoon, there were empty parking spaces all along Main Street. The only cars in sight were the ones passing by. That’s a common occurrence on Main Street, and the city is seeking to put those parking spaces to use with a proposal to relax parking regulations for downtown developers by eliminating the parking requirement…

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Graffiti Found at African Burial Ground Memorial Spreads Around Portsmouth 0:20

5y ago0:20

0:20

Shortly after the Portsmouth Herald reported a recent spate of graffiti around the city, lanterns near the African Burial Ground Memorial were vandalized by graffiti, in one instance with the message, “I am everywhere.” The landmark Robert Wyland “whaling wall” mural was marred on a corner by black and white painted symbols, with no obvious meaning…

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Reports of Shots Fired at Pease Air and National Guard Base due to False Claims 0:34

5y ago0:34

0:34

A July 2 lockdown of the Pease Air National Guard Base was prompted by one person who reported hearing gunshots, but that person had never heard gunshots before, Police Chief Michael Bilodeau said Monday. Bilodeau said police followed up with that person, who reported hearing gunshots to a supervisor, who in turn called base security. The initial l…

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New Plan for McIntyre Federal Building Said to Sustain Market 0:20

5y ago0:20

0:20

PORTSMOUTH - A consultant hired by the city to work on Portsmouth’s financial plan with Redgate/Kane touted the strength of the proposed redevelopment project for the McIntyre federal building Monday night. David Eaton, a principal of Colliers International, stated in response to a question we “feel it’s a very strong project.” He added he believes…

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