Welcome to another episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky! This week, hosts Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb dive into the highlights of Super Bowl weekend, including their take on the halftime show controversy, commercials, and snacks. They welcome their first candidate interview of 2026, Dr. Scott Jensen, who discusses his campaign shift from a gubernatorial run to a run for state auditor.

Dr. Jensen shares his strategy for the 2026 election, focusing on state audits and advocating for common-sense governance.

Becky and Michael also break down recent Star Tribune poll results on immigration and Trump’s policies, and discuss the implications of Operation Metro Surge drawdown. Tune in for a lively discussion on politics, policy, and current affairs.

* 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

* 04:57 Super Bowl Halftime Show Controversy

* 11:21 Interview with Dr. Scott Jensen

* 12:09 Dr. Scott Jensen’s Campaign Shift

* 14:15 Role and Vision for State Auditor

* 40:33 Lessons Learned from 2022

* 41:19 Discussing Trump’s Immigration Policy

* 45:13 The Role of the State Auditor

* 01:07:32 Polling Data and Political Climate

* 01:26:06 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week!

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