Who's the 1?

He's looking to bring humanity back to politics. Kurt Kroemer joins the podcast to talk about his underdog status, conversations at the doors, his track record of getting things done and where his relentless energy for change comes from.

What's in a name? Andrew Horne joins the podcast to discuss his views on the district, fundraising and the issues he believes he's brought to the race. Plus, hear why he thinks not all of the candidates will unify around the nominee and how his last name has been a positive in a crowded field.

Who are the six candidates? Not just bios, Anita and Steve are looking to talk about the race so far and what shapes each individual's candidacy. In this episode, get to know Conor O'Callaghan, his views on "negative" campaigning, the district's top issues, and why he strongly feels he is the candidate to beat David Schweikert.

Anita and Steve talk to a pair of undecided voters to learn what it will take for them to choose a Democratic favorite in the AZ01 primary. Plus, negative campaigning hits the streets, literally. Former candidate Garrick McFadden joins the conversation to discuss a new billboard that targets two of the 6 Democratic candidates as anti-abortion and anti-LGBTQ+. Is it really Democracy Rising? Does negative campaigning mean the candidates won't unify in the general election?

Following the Arizona Supreme Court's ruling on abortion, Anita and Steve discuss the flip flopping of Rep. Schweikert and other Republicans on the issue and how it will impact the AZ01 race. Is there an attempt at gaslighting? Yes, says Anita. Plus, voices from the ground and what's coming up next in the primary.

Anita spoke with 4 of the 6 candidates following their first televised debate to find out what they thought--including whether their performances could influence how voters choose a preferred nominee.

Following the first televised debate among all six candidates vying for the Democratic nomination in CD1, Anita and Steve analyze what was said and what topics--including abortion--were addressed.

Democratic strategist Tony Cani joins Anita and Steve to discuss the ins and outs of fundraising for such a highly-contested seat. Plus, will outside support come in during the General election no matter who's the nominee? Will it matter when facing "the rare incumbent with a history of being outraised and not suffering losses?"

Anita's been on the ground talking to voters. Find out some of what she's hearing, and what she wants to see from the candidates. Plus, Steve asks Anita about important deadlines and strategies as the summer draws closer.

Anita and Steve discuss why they started the podcast and get into why the race for Arizona's 1st congressional seat matters with special guest Jacob Rubashkin of Inside Elections. Hear how the race is rated, how these ratings are determined and what a crowded primary field could signal.