PoliticIt Podcast

Join our co-host, Representative Ryan Wilcox, as he welcomes his colleague and friend, former Representative Jeremy Peterson. Together they discuss the recent election and other issues in the State of Utah and nationally.

Jeremy A. Peterson, a former Republican representative for Utah's District 9, now works as a real estate broker with Vesta Real Estate.

Join our co-host, Representative Ryan Wilcox, as he welcomes his friend and former colleague, Jeremy Peterson. Together, they delve into the recent election and discuss various state and national issues.

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Join Senator Johnson as he hosts Barry Short who is running for election for Lieutenant Governor of Utah.

He is on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024. The Libertarian Party primary for this office on June 25, 2024, was canceled.

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Join Senator Johnson as he hosts Rep. Matt MacPherson, who is running for re-election in Utah’s House District 6.

A Message from Matt: "For over 20 years, West Valley City has been my home. As a small business owner and a parent of children raised and educated here, I care deeply about our community and want to see it thrive. I’m dedicated to seeing the West Side flourish!

I've devoted much of my time to supporting local programs, businesses, and charities here in West Valley. I serve on the oversight committee for the WVC Police Department and have been involved in the SLCoGOP Bylaws committee. I've also served as precinct chair and as a county and state delegate for many years.

I love connecting with people, and I would be delighted to meet with you, attend your event, or visit you at your home. Let’s talk about what’s important to you—your voice matters to me! Please reach out anytime; I’m here to listen."

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Join Senator John D. Johnson as he hosts Kimberly Fletcher, President of Moms for America, in a conversation about the challenges facing families today and the powerful role of mothers now and in the future.

Founded in Dayton, Ohio, in 2004, Moms for America® is a national, non-profit 501(c)(3) educational corporation rooted in the principles of liberty and virtue upon which our nation was founded, and focused on promoting these principles, values, and virtues in the home and family through the women and mothers of America. We are many faces from many places combining our talents, experience, and resources to support and encourage each other in the most important work we’ll ever do – raising and nurturing the future of America.

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Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Cari Bartholomew and Brooke Stevens representing MOMS for America.

Founded in Dayton, Ohio, in 2004, Moms for America® is a national, non-profit 501(c)(3) educational corporation rooted in the principles of liberty and virtue upon which our nation was founded, and focused on promoting these principles, values, and virtues in the home and family through the women and mothers of America. We are many faces from many places combining our talents, experience, and resources to support and encourage each other in the most important work we’ll ever do – raising and nurturing the future of America.

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Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Utah State Representative Brady Brammer. Together they discuss recent Utah Supreme Court rulings concerning voting boundaries in the State of Utah, and his candidacy to succeed Mike Kenedy in the Utah State Senate.

Utah State Representative Brady Brammer Shares Insights on Recent Supreme Court Decisions Brady has unique TRAINING & EXPERIENCE to be our strongest representative in the legislature:

As an attorney, Brady has many years of successfully representing cities, school districts, businesses, and individuals in governmental legal issues.

As a BYU adjunct professor of ethics (MPA Program) and business law (Accounting Program), Brady has taught students about the laws governing ethical behavior in the sphere of public service, as well as those laws and accounting principles that lead to successful business.

Brady served 5+ years on the Highland City Planning Commission dealing with local zoning & development issues. As a board member on The Great Outdoors Fund, Brady gave legal insight into protecting access to the great outdoors and enhancing recreation infrastructure.

As a successful small business owner, Brady understands the growth and infrastructure challenges facing our community, as well as the importance of conservative fiscal policy. Educational Training: Juris Doctor & Master of Public Administration (BYU), B.A. in American Studies (BYU).

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Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Dan Peterson and Russell D. Richins to discuss their new film, 'Six Days in August'.

The Prophet Joseph Smith is dead, killed by a mob. Enemies of the LDS Church think the church will die with Joseph. In fact that danger is a real possibility. The crisis is undeniable, and the saints in Nauvoo are in chaos.

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Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes his close friend, Senator Chris Wilson, the current representative of Cache Valley.

Chris has lived in Cache Valley his entire life and is the third-generation owner of Wilson Motor Company, a family business that has been strengthening the local economy from its downtown Logan location for more than 80 years. His family were among the early settlers of Cache Valley, and Chris has worked hard to carry on their legacy of integrity, hard work, and perseverance. He takes pride in applying these values both in his business and as a representative of District 2 in the State Senate, where he has served since his election in 2020.

Family is at the heart of everything Chris does. He and his wife Kiersten share a blended family of ten children and twenty-one grandchildren.

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Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Ari Ioannides, candidate for Summit County Council.

Ari Ioannides is an eighteen-year resident of Summit County, known for his problem-solving skills through the use of technology and sustainable processes. As a successful IT entrepreneur, he has delivered world-class services to local governments and built effective teams.

Ari was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, as the eldest of three brothers. His father, Romilos (Roy) Ioannides, immigrated from Greece in 1953 to study at Georgia Tech, where he met Ari’s mother, Angela Chotas. Angela was deeply involved in their church, playing the organ and leading as the principal soloist. Roy received his master of education on an NSF scholarship and was a lifelong high school math teacher. Angela served on the Atlanta Public Schools Board of Education where she worked with board president Dr. Benjamin E. Mays to peacefully integrate schools. Growing up in the segregated South, Ari’s early education was in white-only schools. This changed in 1972 when desegregation was implemented in Atlanta Public Schools, introducing Ari to his first African-American teacher. This teacher was instrumental in helping him overcome dyslexia and foster a love for learning. Ari’s high school years at the diverse Grady High School were transformative.

There, he honed his skills in computer programming and became the youngest computer operator at Sears, setting the stage for his future in technology. Seeking a quieter, more grounded life for his family, Ari moved to Summit County in 2006. He has since been a resident on both the east and west sides of the county, now settling in Wanship with his wife, Ember where they share their four children. The family fully embraces the outdoor lifestyle that Summit County offers, from skiing and hiking to off-roading and horse riding. Their children have benefited from the diverse educational environments of both Park City and North Summit School districts, enriching their family’s connection to the community.

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Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Former Congressman Rob Bishop. Rob Bishop served as the U.S. representative for Utah's 1st congressional district from 2003 to 2021.

A member of the Republican Party, he became the dean of Utah's congressional delegation after the retirement of Orrin Hatch from the U.S. Senate in 2019. Before his congressional tenure, Bishop was a Utah State Representative (1978–1994), including two final years as Speaker of the Utah House of Representatives and Chair of the Utah Republican Party (1997–2001). He was a candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Utah as Thomas Wright's running mate in the 2020 election.

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