The Northwest Politicast

(NEW YORK) – In their first and only debate, Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz stayed away from personal insults and headline-grabbing statements. It was a debate more like those of Lincoln and Douglas than this country has seen in a long time. We’ll dive into some of the policy points the two focused on, and the differences between the campaigns. PLUS: A conversation with former Congresswoman and candidate for State Lands Commissioner Jaime Herrera-Beutler. AND: More lies are being spread on the campaign trail, this time about FEMA. Guests include political strategists Randy Pepple and Cathy Allen, ABC’s Jay O’Brien, and White House correspondent Karen Travers. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.   Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

(RENTON, Wash.) – More and more high school sporting events are being halted due to ‘discriminatory behavior.’ But what many do not know is that this part of a new effort from the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association to clean up the game. We’ll take a look at what the policy is, and why the WIAA decided to implement it. PLUS: Are Boeing machinists striking themselves out of jobs? AND: Congress kicks several cans down the road… again. Guests include WIAA Executive Director Mick Hoffman, ABC’s Alex Stone, and former Secret Service Agent Don Mihalek. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.   Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

(AURORA, Colo.) – Outlandish claims by Donald Trump and others about South American gangs operating in Aurora, Colorado have led to some seeking vigilante justice. We’ll hear from the mayor and examine how more falsehoods have led to trouble in another American city. PLUS: Dave Reichert has a much better performance in the latest Washington State Governor’s Debate. AND: The latest on the two assassination attempts on Donald Trump Guests include Paul Queary of the Washington Observer, ABC’s Alex Stone, and former Secret Service Agent Don Mihalek. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.   Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

(PHILADELPHIA, Penn.) – Nearly a week after the ABC News Presidential Debate, polls show by a wide margin Americans believe Vice President Kamala Harris won. But conservative media is still fuming, many blaming ABC for what was perceived as unfair fact-checking of former President Donald Trump. We’ll speak with one of the fact-checkers and get the inside story of what the network was trying to do. PLUS: A dismal performance by Dave Reichert in the KING 5/Seattle Times Governor’s Debate according to many Republicans. AND: Difficult polling numbers for proponents of the four ballot initiatives in Washington state. Guests include Washington state GOP Chair Jim Walsh, pollster Stuart Elway, and ABC’s Anne Flaherty. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.   Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

(WINDER, Georgia) – Another school shooting claims the lives of four. Two teachers and two students are dead after a 14-year-old opened fire at Apalachee High School. Nine others were wounded. In this week’s episode of The Northwest Politicast we’ll break down what we know about the police response, the legal implications for the shooter’s parents, and how the case might affect the 2024 campaign. PLUS: A listen back at some of our more interesting, unaired interviews from the Republican and Democratic National Conventions. AND: One thing the two parties can agree on. Guests include former Secret Service Agent Don Mihalek, legal analyst Royal Oakes, and ABC’s Christiane Cordero. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.   Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

(CHICAGO, Ill.) – In a campaign which has been less-than favorable for Democrats, the party faithful gained a renewed sense of optimism as they coalesced around Vice President Kamala Harris. We’ll break down the race, how things have changed since President Biden stepped aside, and hear from several Washington delegates. PLUS: A lengthy interview with Governor Jay Inslee about his plans for after leaving office. AND: Why a notable Washington Republican was given a prime time speaking slot at the Democratic National Convention. Guests include Washington State Democratic Party Chair Shasti Conrad, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, Governor Jay Inslee, and GOP strategist Randy Pepple. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.   Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

The City of Seattle has long struggled with sex trafficking on Aurora Avenue and drug haves downtown. A pair of new proposals from the City Council would create certain zones where violators would be prohibited from entering. The legislation is still in its early stages, but we’ll look at exactly what City Hall is trying to do. PLUS: A preview of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. AND: Did RFK, Jr. offer a ‘quid pro quo’ to both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris? Guests include ABC’s Christiane Cordero, legal analyst Royal Oakes, Patrick Svitek of the Washington Post, and Washington State Democratic Party Chair Shasti Conrad. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.   Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Shocking many pundits and certainly the betting markets, Kamala Harris picked Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. For weeks, the smart money was on Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro or Arizona Senator Mark Kelly. So why did Harris pick Walz? And what does he bring to the Democratic ticket? We’ll hear from several experts and look at the latest polling data. PLUS: Some surprising results from Washington’s top two primary. AND: Why the City of Everett is facing a multi-million-dollar budget shortfall. Guests include ABC’s Andy Field, Nathaniel Rakich of FiveThirtyEight.com, Paul Queary of the Washington Observer, and Republican candidate for Governor Dave Reichert. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.   Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

Courting the African-American community, former President Trump accepted an invitation to speak in front of the National Association of Black Journalists. But his combative responses and false claims about Vice President Kamala Harris are not likely to win him any votes.  Hear his comments for yourself. PLUS: Some positive polling numbers for Democrats. AND: What’s going on in Venezuela? Guests include ABC’s Jay O’Brien, former FBI agent Brad Garrett, and Venezuelan journalist Paula Lamas. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.   Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.

The last month has been a whirlwind in American politics, capped off by President Biden stepping aside and allowing Kamala Harris to move to the top of the ticket. But questions remain about her candidacy. Whom will she pick as a running mate? Can she use the money that was donated to the Biden Campaign? And where does she differ with President Biden on policy? PLUS: A bipartisan effort has been launched to investigate the assassination attempt on Donald Trump. AND: A look at some of the down-ballot races in Washington state. Guests include political strategists Randy Pepple and Cathy Allen, ABC’s Zohreen Shah, and Paul Queary of the Washington Observer. The Northwest Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to the heart of what matters most.   Subscribe at nwnewsradio.com or on your favorite podcast app.