On this episode, host Johanna Maska, and Press Advance's lead producer Christine Baratta look back on the impact of former President Barack Obama’s iconic 2004 convention speech 20 years ago, which inspired Johanna to join his 2008 presidential campaign in Iowa. They also discuss the significance of political discourse in shaping our democracy and provide a ... Show More
Aug 2024
For Kamala Harris, Tim Walz Passed the Vibe Check
On this episode, host Johanna Maska talks with Press Advance's lead producer Christine Baratta to discuss Vice President Kamala Harris's announcement of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. They dive into why Walz was an unexpected pick, what he means to rural voters, ... Show More
22m 36s
Jul 2024
Could Trump Dump JD Vance?
On this episode, host Johanna Maska breaks down this week's biggest political news with former acting Chief of Staff in the Trump White House, Mick Mulvaney, and Democratic strategist Michael Hardaway, who most recently worked with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. They disc ... Show More
34m 21s
Jul 2024
Biden Passes the Torch, and We Talk to the Republican Woman Who Skipped the GOP Convention to Moderate a Michigan Conversation with Kamala Harris
In this week's episode, Johanna Maska speaks with national security experts Olivia Troye and Dr. Evelyn Farkas from the sidelines of the NATO summit in Washington. They discuss the potential direction of foreign policy in a new presidential administration and who from Donald Trum ... Show More
52m 4s
Oct 2024
Kamala's Beyhive of Activity
Campaigning in Georgia, Kamala Harris' most anticipated celebrity supporter will take the stage tonight. Meanwhile, Donald Trump goes somewhere even he admits he's not gone before. Plus, in the fight for Congress, we're getting a clearer picture of where voters stand with the bal ... Show More
45m 59s