Beyond Politics

Part Two of our conversation with Justin Higgins and John Gunnison of the hit podcast Politics+ Media 101 (find Part One in their feed). We dive into the divisions inside the parties, the rise of young educated voters in driving the Dems, and what's up with Republicans' fascination with D-List celebrities?

00:09 How Dems Dealt with Rashida Tlaib's Controversial Statements

03:47 The Role of Young Elites in Shaping the Democratic Party

07:05 President Biden's Legislative Successes and Challenges

09:08 The Influence of Media Ecosystem on Political Success

21:35 The Impact of Abortion and Dobbs

27:27 Republicans and Celebrities

Will a federal appeals court keep a gag order on Donald Trump for the rest of his trial? Also, what's happening with young voters' attitude towards Joe Biden?

01:01 Discussing the Gag Order on Trump

05:27 Trump's Mental and Physical Health

10:35 Young Voters' Attitude Towards Biden and Trump

11:41 The Role of Polls in Politics

28:19 The Influence of Social Media on Politics

Let’s start with a simple question: How many services do you subscribe to? Not sure? You’re not alone! Many people experience difficulty keeping track of multiple subscriptions. As the number of available services grows, managing various accounts and remembering which shows or channels each one offers becomes increasingly overwhelming. 

Adam Kovacevich, the founder and CEO of the Chamber of Progress gives a center-left perspective on the future of social media, false information on platforms like Facebook/Meta, and the influence of artificial intelligence.

02:12 Is there a Progressive Future of Technology

03:13 Impact of Social Media on Elections

12:01 Concerns about AI and Creativity

18:44 Discussion on President Biden's Executive Order on AI

Donald Trump isn't just calling his opponents "vermin," his allies have crafted a detailed plan hundreds of pages long about how they plan a full authoritarian takeover if he ever regains power. The panel runs down the frightening scheme. Also, Biden-Axelrod fight! And can Biden turn around voter perceptions on the economy by the election?

Matt Robison joins Howard Monroe's radio program to explore Joe Biden's current position in the polls and whether it means he should drop out of the race. Matt argues that the answer is no, and because of the significance of the number 10. Also, are any of the judges in Trump's trials going to hold him accountable for breaking their courtroom rules, or even jail him?

00:17 Discussion on Joe Biden's Political State

02:04 Biden's Potential Replacement?

06:05 Why 10 is the Most Important Number in Politics

17:04 Will Trump Be Jailed for His Behavior in Court?

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De3mocrats ran the table in the 20232 elections, so how does that mesh with all that polling suggesting Joe Biden is down against Donald Trump in 2024? Conservative analyst Alicia Preston suggests Republicans need a 'cleansing fire' to rid them of Trump's shadow. Does this mean we are in for a totally negative re-run of recent campaigns next year? Also, should anyone watch the Republican Presidential debate? And should Democrat Rashida Tlaib have been censured for her comments on Israel?

00:44 Analyzing the Recent Democratic Victories

01:43 Implications for Biden and 2024

08:19 The Role of the Economy in Voter Sentiment

14:03 The Impact of Inflation

31:35 Tlaib and Free Speech

Recent New York Times poll results show President Biden trailing Donald Trump in six key battleground states for the 2024 election. Host Matt Robison welcomes back guest Ian Smith, Director of Polling and Analytics for Navigator Research, to talk about why Democrats should not panic.

00:01 Polling Results

02:03 The Impact of Economic Factors on Voter Sentiment

03:52 The Role of Campaigns and the Potential for Change

07:47 The Influence of Negative News and Criminal Trials

07:47 Why Are Dems Suddenly losing young, Black, and Latino voters?

11:01 The Importance of Voter Education and Awareness

15:50 The Potential Impact of Donald Trump's Legal Troubles

20:20 The Debate on Whether President Biden Should Drop Out

25:41 The Need for a Micro Economy Message

Tune in to this week's podcast where Mike Morton and I discuss how to stay organized while estate planning. Make sure to follow the correct process so that your heirs aren't left cleaning up a mess.