The Other Side: Mississippi Today's Political Podcast

Shuwaski Young, a Democrat running for the third congressional district seat, joins Mississippi Today's political team to discuss his campaign, his opponent Rep. Michael Guest, and what he hopes to accomplish for Mississippians.

Mississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau and Geoff Pender break down an extraordinarily busy news week in the state. Topics covered: Medical marijuana drama, Katrina insurance case settlements, Jackson water woes and a conundrum about garbage collection.

Mississippi State Personnel Board Director Kelly Hardwick talks with Mississippi Today about the state government workforce, how workers are paid and whether a pay raise is in order.

Northern District Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley, who has been closely involved in discussions about a long-term fix for the Jackson water crisis, discussed several options and what may work or not. He also discussed the importance of leadership over the next three months, before the 2023 legislative session and election cycle begins.

State Rep. Chris Bell, part of Jackson's legislative delegation, discusses the Jackson water crisis and possible solutions both short and long term. Bell said that to find solutions, leaders at all levels need to "check their egos at the door" and work together.

U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson joins Mississippi Today editor-in-chief Adam Ganucheau to discuss his negotiations regarding the Jackson water crisis. Thompson, who represents much of Jackson, says the city needs to prove it can manage the water system moving forward, and he says he still hasn't seen a city plan for the long-term.

Melvin Robinson, the executive director of the Mississippi Cannabis Trade Association, joins Mississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau and Geoff Pender to discuss updates on the state's rollout of its medical marijuana program.

Brandon Presley, a Democratic public service commissioner and cousin of Elvis Presley, is mulling a run for governor in 2023. Mississippi Today's political team discusses what he is up to and what's going on with Republicans.

Sen. Derrick Simmons of Greenville, the Senate Democratic leader, discusses with Mississippi Today's Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender ways he says the state can help improve the lives of working poor Mississippians.