The Dan Parsons Show

The Dan Parsons Show

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The Dan Parsons Show episodes

  • Independent Dan Osborn Considering Run for Governor, Congress
    Republicans in Nebraska considered U.S. Senator Deb Fischer a shoo-in for re-election in 2024—until Dan Osborn, a union leader and steamfitter from Omaha, entered the race. The senior incumbent had expected to coast to a double-digit victory but ultimately finished just 7 points ahead of her challenger. In this episode, Dan (Parsons) sits down with Osborn for a rare interview. Four months after his narrow loss, Osborn reflects on his campaign, discusses his 'Working Class Heroes' PAC, shares his thoughts on Bernie Sanders' recent visit to Omaha, and hints at his own political future in Nebraska.

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    39 min
  • The Future of Medical Cannabis in Nebraska
    On November 5, 2024, Nebraskans overwhelmingly voted to legalize medical marijuana in the state. In the ensuing months, legal challenges and opposition from the state's top elected officials have cast doubt on the future of the voter mandate. In today's episode, Dan catches up with Crista Eggers—a mother and the campaign manager of the Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana ballot initiative—who has found herself at the center of the struggle for medicinal access.

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    32 min
  • A Tribute to Dave Bundy
    Dan gives an update on his health the pod schedule for the week, and a moving tribute to Dave Bundy, longtime editor of the Lincoln Journal Star.

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    7 min
  • Friday Afternoon Club - The Reboot!

    Welcome back to the Friday Afternoon Club with my best bud and co-host, Chef Kevin Shinn! We welcome our guest, Cody Schmick, Managing Partner of Kinkaider Brewing Co. We're talking about how to build community through craft beer, good food, laughter, and a fun outdoor winter fest. Also, what the heck does "poking the dunkel" mean?  




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    36 min
  • Poll the Vote - Heather Nelson & John Collard

    Dan is joined by Heather Nelson and John Collard, the co-founders of Poll the Vote, a nonpartisan platform that connects voters with their elected officials. Heather testified last week at a Nebraska Legislative hearing about a proposal to change how the state awards Electoral College votes in presidential elections. They shared some interesting poll numbers on the proposed legislation.



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    30 min
  • Happy Anniversary Nebraska Examiner
    Three years ago Dan interviewed Paul Hammel and Aaron Sanderford about their new project, The Nebraska Examiner - an independent, nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization, established to provide a hard-hitting, daily flow of important news to help us better understand our community and state.

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    11 min
  • Chef/Author Kevin Shinn

    Longtime "Friend of Dan," Kevin Shinn, is a chef and the owner of a micro restaurant in Lincoln, Nebraska. Chef Kevin discusses his new book, "A Different Metaphor: Faith That Imagines the Impossible," his transition from collegiate pastor to chef, and why he left the ministry and the church as he knew it.




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    34 min
  • Rick Hoppe - The Return of the Chief

    After serving for 12 years as Chief of Staff to Mayor Chris Beutler and also as an aide to former Lincoln Mayor Coleen Seng, Rick Hoppe, returns to City Hall as the newly minted Chief of Staff to Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird. Rick and Dan discuss how to pay for roads, the misconceptions of crime and other challenges for a growing city.



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    31 min
  • State Sen. Danielle Conrad
    The most unique legislative body in America - the Nebraska Unicameral - begins it's 2025 season. And on Day 1 Dan is joined by the longest current serving member, Lincoln State Senator, Danielle Conrad.

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    36 min
  • Inside Nebraska Courthouses

    Dan interviews Dean Settle, local art collector, historian, and former gallery owner, about his new book "Inside Nebraska Courthouses". Written by Dean and his late wife Harriet Grossbart, this beautiful coffee-table book explores the cultural and architectural legacy of Nebraska's 93 courthouses. 



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    39 min

About The Dan Parsons Show

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Public relations expert and self-proclaimed “news junkie” Dan Parsons sits down with Nebraska’s top newsmakers and community leaders to discuss the most important issues impacting our state.…