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Unjumble Michigan politics with MichMash. Each week, Cheyna Roth, Zach Gorchow and Alethia Kasben interview lawmakers and politicos, and unpack the statewide issues that affect you. MichMash is produc... more
FAQs about MichMash Politics:How many episodes does MichMash Politics have?The podcast currently has 266 episodes available.
July 12, 2024Michigan Senate is working on changes to the state's liquor lawsA law that just passed the Michigan Senate would set penalties and potentially revoke liquor licenses for retailers defaulting in electronic payments to wholesalers. "MichMash" host Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service's Zach Gorchow are joined by president of the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association Spencer Nevins. They discuss the state's alcohol laws that will have the most impact on the alcohol industry....more28minPlay
July 05, 2024Michigan Supreme Court facing major decisions before end of termThe Michigan Supreme Court’s term ends on July 31, but what are the cases that will have the greatest impacts? On the latest episode of "MichMash" host Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service's Zach Gorchow are joined by Gongwer News Service’s Ben Solis to discuss how the court’s rulings may impact the Legislature....more25minPlay
June 28, 2024Michigan lawmakers pull an all-nighter to pass budget billAfter a 19-hour session, Michigan lawmakers approved an $83 billion budget that provides a new approach to funding K-12 public education. "MichMash" host Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service's Alethia Kasben are joined by Monique Stanton from the Michigan League for Public Policy to discuss what elements were included in the budget — and what was left out....more20minPlay
June 21, 2024How will lawmakers respond to recent mass shootings in Michigan?Despite the gun laws passed after the MSU shooting, three mass shootings in Southeast Michigan put in the question the effectiveness of the legislation. MichMash host Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service's Zach Gorchow sit down with Bridge Michigan Captiol Reporter, Jordyn Hermani to discuss the possible response from Michigan lawmakers....more22minPlay
June 14, 2024Education funding and a proposal to tax short term rentalsTeachers and educators are opposed to lawmakers' recent state funding plan. MichMash host Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service's Alethia Kasben discuss the impacts this could have on the Democrats in November. They are also joined by Rep John Fitzgerald and they discuss a proposal to tax short term rentals....more29minPlay
June 07, 2024Michigan false electors case drags on; state of small business in MichiganThe preliminary examinations ended this week for the six Michigan individuals charged with submitting fake electoral votes for the 2020 presidential election. Ingham County District Court Judge Kristen Simmons must now determine whether there is enough evidence to send them to trial. MichMash host Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service's Zach Gorchow discuss the possible outcomes for the case. Also, Former Lt. Gov. of Michigan Brian Calley joins the conversation to discuss the economic state of small businesses in Michigan....more27minPlay
May 31, 2024MichMash Extra: Interview with Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist at the 2024 Mackinac Policy ConferenceLieutenant Governor of Michigan, Garlin Gilchrist, spoke about the presidential election and how Michigan factors in. As part of the MichMash Extra, MichMash host Cheyna Roth asks Gilchrist if there is enthusiasm among Michiganders about the the presidential candidates....more13minPlay
May 31, 2024MichMash Extra: Interview with House Speaker Joe Tate at the 2024 Mackinac Policy ConferenceMichigan House Speaker Joe Tate says the one of the priorities is to create economic stability in Michigan and lower costs for Michiganders. As part of the MichMash extra, MichMash host Cheyna Roth asks Speaker Tate about the rest of the Democrat's priorities heading into the Summer....more15minPlay
May 31, 2024MichMash Extra: Interview with Attorney General Dana Nessel at the 2024 Mackinac Policy ConferenceAttorney General Dana Nessel has championed protecting people from online scams and protecting personal data. As part of the MichMash extra, MichMash host, Cheyna Roth, asks Nessel about the pushback she receives on the bills that would hold people accountable for scams....more14minPlay
May 31, 2024Mackinac Policy Conference 2024: Whitmer's housing and energy initiativesGovernor Gretchen Whitmer announced that there will be housing and energy savings coming to Michigan during the 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference. Gongwer News Service's Alethia Kasben asks MichMash host Cheyna Roth about what is going to happen about her coverage of the Governor's announcement. Cheyna also interviews Michigan House Speaker Joe Tate, Attorney General Dana Nessel, and Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist. And we are joined by Gongwer News Reporter Elena Durnbaugh for a Mackinac MichMash roundtable....more24minPlay
FAQs about MichMash Politics:How many episodes does MichMash Politics have?The podcast currently has 266 episodes available.