Podcast
Midwest Nice
Hosted by John Flynn · EN
Every election cycle all eyes are on the midwest but few microphones. Listen to a slew of hosts working in politics deep in the heart of the rustbelt talk shop on current events, working in the political machine, and what it means to be midwest nice. Keep your accent strong and the ranch dressing close-by.
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Episodes
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Episode 23 - Tony Evers Good, Betsy Devos Bad, and a Magic Beer Fridge
Mar 22, 201900:54:07Tap to summarizeEpisode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Evelyn Maidlow, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Tony Evers' new efforts to curb gerrymandering, Betsy Devos' new efforts renewed fight against education, and a magic mini fridge bringing hope in the heart of a tragedy. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.
Transcribe →Episode 22 - Remembering John Dingell, Midwestern Presidential Candidates, and the Ranch Lady
Mar 1, 201901:02:35Tap to summarizeEpisode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Lauren Coffman, Campbell Thompson, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Remembering the life and career of Congressman John Dingell, Ohio Republican Jim Jordan being a hypocrite in the Cohen Hearings, Midwesterners running for president, and the Ranch Lady Hero we've all been waiting for. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.
Transcribe →Episode 21 - Lavora Barnes get elected, John Engler gets canned, and a Fast Feud
Feb 21, 201900:33:46Tap to summarizeEpisode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: Lavora Barnes elected as chair of Michigan Democratic Party, John Engler gets fired as interim president of MSU, and a fast food sign war. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.
Transcribe →Episode 20 - Polar Vortex, The Elephant in the Room, and a Glorified Coffee Boy
Feb 21, 201900:44:49Tap to summarizeEpisode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Evelyn Maidlow. Topics include: The Polar Vortex gripping the Midwest, Lee Chatfield being terrible again, and a glorified coffee boy making a terrible run for President. Find out more at https://midwest-nice.pinecast.co
Transcribe →Episode 19 - Lame Duck Recap, Executive Actions, and a Catfish in Lansing
Jan 11, 201900:50:18Tap to summarizeEpisode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: Lame Duck Legislative Session results in Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer's Inauguration and first Executive actions, and a catfishing story with a happy ending. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.
Transcribe →Episode 18 - Lame Ducks and Porch Geese
Dec 14, 201800:57:36Tap to summarizeEpisode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: Lame Duck Legislative Sessions in the Midwest, more strange Midwest foods, and costumes for concrete geese. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.
Transcribe →Episode 17 - We're Back! Midterm Results and Midwest Foods
Nov 15, 201800:58:06Tap to summarizeEpisode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Campbell Thompson. Topics include: The results of the Midterm election in the Midwest, what that means for the rest of the country, strange Midwest foods, and a generous A&W patron. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.
Transcribe →Episode 16 - Primary outcomes, the MDP convention, and Amish Ubers
Aug 28, 201800:47:55Tap to summarizeEpisode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: The results of Michigan's primary election, the MDP convention and endorsements, a super PAC with a great name, and an Amish Uber service.
Transcribe →Episode 15 - Primary day in Michigan!
Aug 7, 201800:37:34Tap to summarizeEpisode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: The primary election in Michigan, our elephant in the room Rep. Lee Chatfield forgetting about a loaded, unregistered handgun in his carry-on bag, Ann Arbor winning the right to ban firearms in schools, a big win for urban farming in Lansing, and an announcement about our next few podcasts!
Transcribe →Episode 14 - The Evolution of Politics & Unions in the Midwest w/ Special Guest Amanda Stitt
Jul 31, 201800:52:00Tap to summarizeEpisode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and special guest Amanda Stitt, CEO of Change Media Group. Topics include: The changing digital landscape of politics in the Midwest, the future of the Democratic party, the promising future of unions, and a crowded race for cat mayor. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.
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