This week, Dan and Laurie Dean are joined by Independence Police Chief Adam Dustman and Deputy Chief Michelle Sumstad as they discuss the loss of Officer Cody Allen, the Honor Flag, and the support the men and women of the IPD get from the community as they protect Independence.

This week, Dan and Laurie Dean are joined by past podcast guests as they look back at 100 episodes of the We Have Issues Independence podcast. They share their favorite moments and their plans for the future of the podcast. This episode has the added bonus that it includes video of the recording session.

This week, Laurie Dean and Dan are joined by Independence City Manager Zach Walker who talks in detail about Get Fit Independence and the financial implications of the general obligation bond that is being discussed.

This week, Laurie Dean and Dan talk about upcoming issues on the April 2nd ballot including the Independence School Board race, 3/8th cent Jackson County sales tax, as well as City Council races.

This week, Dan and Laurie Dean talk about Dan's decision process when looking at issues in front of the Council.

This week, Laurie Dean and Dan are joined by candidate for 3rd District City Council candidate Heather Wiley and they discuss their interest in public service and the importance of giving back to your community.

This week, Dan and Laurie Dean talk about the fear that many communities face when big decisions have to get made.

This week, Laurie Dean ask Dan about challenges he has faced and how he approaches difficult decisions and challenges he has faced in his life.

This week Dan and Laurie Dean get into how our personalities impact how we make decisions.

The City of awes. G.O. Bond discussion with Zach Walker - curbs, sidewalks, and streets, oh my.