Discussions with people who have run for office to talk about what motivated them and why YOU should run for office too
Episodes
Friday Aug 28, 2020
Friday Aug 28, 2020
The countdown to 50 states (plus DC) continues with the first You Should Run Podcast discussion from Idaho.
In this podcast, Shelby Rognstad talks about running for mayor of Sandpoint, ID. As mayor, Shelby has many unique opportunities and challenges, some expected and many unexpected. Shelby discusses the beauty of Idaho, new residents moving from other states, local conflicts regarding guns, and helping his community during COVID-19.
Listen, share, subscribe and learn more about the interesting state of Idaho.
Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
In 2020, people are focused on who we send to Washington, DC. In this You Should Run Podcast, the topic is Washington, DC itself.
Markus Batchelor is a Young Elected Official who served on the Board of Education and he is now running as a candidate for DC Council at-large. In this podcast, we discuss how national issues impact DC locally. Markus provides an essential perspective on running for office, education equality, policing, Black Lives Matter, and more.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Markus on Twitter @MarkusforDC
Tuesday Aug 18, 2020
Tuesday Aug 18, 2020
Juli Briskman became famous after being photographed giving the Trump motorcade the middle finger while she was riding her bike, but her impressive background and knowledge of complex global issues actually goes back decades.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Juli Briskman talks about that moment that made her famous and, more importantly, what she has been doing ever since to improve her community, including successfully running for Supervisor in Loudoun County in Virginia. Juli discusses why her knowledge of global issues made her particularly disgusted by Donald Trump, how she got involved in Democratic campaigns in 2018 and then ran for office herself. As you listen, you'll learn about what Juli has been able to do as a Supervisor and why local offices can make such a direct difference in people's lives.
Juli ends the conversation talking about the bright future of Virginia politics, Black Lives Matter, and moving past Virginia's Confederate roots.
Listen, share, review, and think about running for office wherever you live!
Tuesday Aug 11, 2020
Tuesday Aug 11, 2020
Tabitha Isner ran for Congress in Alabama, knowing it would be an uphill climb. But in this You Should Run Podcast, Tabitha has a lot of positive things to say about taking on big political challenges, and some of the big things that are happening in her state. From the election of Doug Jones to the resurgence of an active Democratic Party, Alabama has more going for it in 2020 than many would guess.
In this episode, we discuss a progressive voice in faith, the importance of building political infrastructure, and, of course, why YOU should run for office. Follow Tabitha on Twitter @TabithaK
Tuesday Aug 04, 2020
Tuesday Aug 04, 2020
It's the first Vermont episode of the You Should Run Podcast and it's a big one as Lieutenant Governor David Zuckerman joins to talk about his legislative career promoting a variety of progressive issues. In this episode, we discuss how David came to run for office as a young candidate in the early 1990's, being at the forefront of some big issues throughout his time in the state legislature, the Bernie Sanders influence on the state, and why he's currently running for Governor.
Of course, no podcast about being in office these days is complete without a discussion on the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Listen, share, and subscribe now and make sure to follow the podcast on Facebook for regular Facebook live stream discussions as well at: https://www.facebook.com/YouShouldRunPodcast
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
It's the first Utah You Should Run Podcast!
Derek Kitchen made history in Utah with a lawsuit challenging the state's ban on gay marriage. After serving on council in Salt Lake City, he went on to run for and win a seat on the Utah State Senate. In this podcast, he talks about the impact that his lawsuit had on marriage equality, the value of local office and focusing on neighborhood issues, the divide between Republicans in his state legislature, and why YOU should run for office. We also discuss our favorite Lebanese dishes, skate parks, and more.
Listen, subscribe, share, and make sure to follow Derek on Twitter at @derekkitchen
Tuesday Jul 21, 2020
Tuesday Jul 21, 2020
Belinda Drake is a Progressive Democratic candidate for Indiana State Senate District 32. She has worked for Democratic causes and candidates for many years before becoming a candidate herself in 2020.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Belinda Drake shares her insight on the current state of politics as she runs for office in Indiana. She discusses her family's influence on her views, running for office and making change as a black woman who is also LGBT, and how she plans to create change in her state legislature if elected. Now she is asking her community to "Believe in Belinda."
Take time to listen to Belinda's perspective, story, and drive and follow her on Twitter @iambelindadrake
Tuesday Jul 14, 2020
Tuesday Jul 14, 2020
Dr. Lisa Reynolds is a pediatrician running for state legislature in Oregon. In this You Should Run Podcast, Dr. Reynolds answers many questions during an in depth discussion of her motivations for running for office and why she wants others to get involved as well.
What are her thoughts on children going back to school in person?
How are candidates like her pivoting to campaign during COVID-19?
What states should state legislatures take during this ongoing crisis?
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Wednesday Jul 08, 2020
Wednesday Jul 08, 2020
Daniel Corona was a very young candidate when he ran for Mayor of West Wendover, NV. He won by inspiring others, challenging the power structure, and building alliances. After winning though, he learned important lessons about governing coalitions to pass his agenda. In this You Should Run Podcast, Daniel Corona talks about what motivated him to run for office in the first place, his family's history standing up for labor, the impact of COVID-19 on local governments, and why YOU should run for office.
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Tuesday Jun 30, 2020
Tuesday Jun 30, 2020
When Kelly Krout saw that no Democrat was going to be on the ballot in her state legislative district, she decided that she should step up and run. In this You Should Run Podcast, Kelly Krout talks about running for office as a Democrat and as a busy mom in Arkansas, her use of digital tools to break through during the COVID-19 pandemic, and, of course, why YOU should run for office too.
Listen, share, and get involved in running for office wherever you live!