The Rob Kendall Show

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Rob Kendall and Kenny Britt are back for another exciting look at the sports betting world. College plays this week include Georgia at Alabama, Notre Dame hosting Stanford, and UCLA at Oregon. NFL picks include Colts at the Steelers, Packers versus Bears, and Bills at Rams.

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Guest: Jodi Lohrman

Today’s episode of The Rob Kendall Show opens with Rob discussing former Lieutenant Governor Sue Ellspermann’s endorsement of Greg Ballard in the Secretary of State race. He says the endorsement highlights a growing divide between traditional Indiana Republicans and the party’s current leadership, while raising broader questions about loyalty, integrity, and the direction of the GOP.  

The discussion also turns to Indiana’s property-tax system and the role of rapidly rising assessments. Rob argues meaningful reform has to include both limits on local government spending and changes to how homes are assessed, saying taxpayers should not face higher bills simply because neighboring properties sell for more.

Also featured is another installment of Producer Jason’s “Backstory Indiana,” looking back at the history of Market Square Arena and its place in Indianapolis history.

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Guests: Stephen Whitmer, Chuck Pullen

Today’s episode of The Rob Kendall Show opens with Rob criticizing the Indiana Republican Party over the firing of field worker Paul Joseph Hinkle after he made an “OK” hand gesture in a group photo. Rob argues the party overreacted without first asking Hinkle for an explanation and says the episode reflects a broader problem with party leadership and internal culture.

The discussion also turns to the party’s decision to reinstate Hinkle after Chair Lana Kiessling admitted she had acted without the full picture. Rob says the reversal came only after public backlash and argues the incident raises larger questions about the judgment and accountability of Indiana Republican leadership.

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Guest: Abdul-Hakim Shabazz

Today’s episode of The Rob Kendall Show opens with Rob discussing new polling showing overwhelming disapproval of President Trump’s handling of inflation and the cost of living. He argues Republicans were elected to fix affordability and cannot simply fall back on the argument that Democrats would be worse when voters continue to feel squeezed by groceries, housing, and gas.

The discussion also turns to a new Secretary of State poll showing Max Engling narrowly ahead of Beau Bayh, with Greg Ballard and Libertarian Laurie Shillings trailing. Rob questions the poll’s credibility because it was commissioned by a group supporting Engling, but says even its own numbers suggest the Republican nominee is in a much weaker position than he should be.

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Guest: Niki Kelly

Today’s episode of The Rob Kendall Show opens with Rob discussing Governor Mike Braun’s latest extension of Indiana’s gas-tax suspension, along with a new diesel-fuel exemption for certain farmers and timber harvesters. Rob argues the moves are politically timed around the election and says the bigger issue is why the state collects so much in taxes that it can repeatedly afford to suspend them.

The discussion also turns to congressional spending, after a report found House members used $6.7 million in taxpayer money for meals and lodging under a reimbursement system that does not require receipts. Rob singles out Indiana Congressman Jim Baird’s nearly $40,000 in expenses and argues the program reflects the broader lack of accountability in Washington.

Also on the show, Niki Kelly of the Indiana Capital Chronicle joins Rob to discuss Braun’s continued suspension of the gas tax and the state’s approach to diesel-fuel relief.

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Yet another proposal on how to "fix" property taxes has emerged from prominent members of the Indiana GOP. This time from Senators Ryan Mishler and Chris Garten. The newest proposal would encourage communities to eliminate property taxes while raising local income taxes.

The kicker? The income tax increases would be greater for many than they're saving in property taxes. Why won't the GOP get serious about demanding local government reforms or addressing assessments which are the actual cause of skyrocketing property taxes? Rob Kendall and Jim Merritt discuss on this week's Statehouse Happenings.

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Guest: Rick Snyder

Today’s episode of The Rob Kendall Show opens with Rob criticizing a new Indiana property-tax proposal that would let local governments raise income taxes in exchange for phasing out property taxes on owner-occupied homes. He argues the plan simply shifts the tax burden instead of reducing it and says meaningful reform has to begin with forcing local governments to spend less.

Rob also argues the proposal reveals a broader problem with how lawmakers view taxpayer money, pointing to Ryan Mishler’s comment that local governments should decide how to use “their money.” He says Indiana Republicans keep producing plans that preserve or increase government revenue rather than delivering actual tax relief.

Also featured is a “Backstory Indiana” segment from Producer Jason looking back at the life of Matt Bair and the story behind his lasting connection to Indiana.

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Rob Kendall and Kenny Britt are back for another fun look at the sports betting world. Plays this week include Ohio State at Iowa and UNC vs Notre Dame in College action, in addition to Saints vs Falcons and Titans at the Ravens across the NFL.

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Guests: Mitch Daniels, Garrett Duncan 

Today’s episode of The Rob Kendall Show opens with Rob discussing an upcoming Senate vote on legislation aimed at restricting stock trading by members of Congress and their families. He argues lawmakers should not be able to use information unavailable to the public to profit from the market and questions whether voter ID language was added to the bill to make sure it ultimately fails.

The discussion also turns to ongoing problems with the U.S. Postal Service, including millions of complaints about missing packages and frustration with its Informed Delivery system. Rob says there are plenty of hardworking postal employees, but argues the organization itself appears to have serious structural problems that have made mail service less dependable.    

Also on the show, Producer Jason takes a look back at the history of Roselyn Bakery, tracing the rise of the beloved Indiana chain and the legacy it left behind.

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