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Profs on CopsGhost GunsWhat are “ghost guns” and why do law enforcement officials worry so much about these easily-assembled firearms? Dr. Garen Wintemute, Distinguished Professor of Emergency Medicine at University of California-Davis, offers a primer on the subject, which he has studied in depth. He distinguishes between ghost guns and other firearms, explains the BATF’s 2022 ghost gun rule, and discusses the Supreme Court’s 2025 ruling on ghost guns in Bondi v Vanderstok. As a coda, Dr. Wintemute, an emergency department physician, vividly describes what he sees when a gunshot victim is treated at the UC-Davis Level 1 trauma center.2025-05-1729 min
Liberty and Prosperity5.3.25 Seth Grossman WPG Radio. Three Major Stories Not Mentioned By ABC, CBS, NBC, MSNBC or CNN Last Week.May 3, 2025 episode of WPG Radio and Seth Grossman.
The reason leftists are so arrogant and won't listen to a word we say is that they have absolutely no knowledge of the important issues we talk about every week. They get all of their information from media that refuses to even mention the most important issues facing us. Here are three typical examples. None of these three stories was even mentioned in evening news last week by ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN or MSNBC. How can we have informed conversations about important issues if two thirds of Americans don't even know those...2025-05-0317 min
Off the ShelfThe evolving federal procurement marketAlan Thomas, founder of Alpha Tango Strategies, and BillGormley, president of the Gormley Group, join host Roger Waldron on this week's Off the Shelf for an engrossing discussion of the evolving federal procurement market. The discussion highlights the consolidation of procurement functions at the General Services Administration (GSA) pursuant to the president’s executive order. Thomas and Gormley, both former senior executives at GSA, share their insights on the role of GSA, the management opportunities, and considerations of consolidating federalprocurement for common products and services with GSA’s Federal Acquisi...2025-04-0443 minOff the ShelfKey procurement trends in 2025Bill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group, joins Off theShelf for a discussion of some the key procurement trends of 2024 and what toexpect in 2025. Gormley gives his thoughts on the key trends shaping interagency contractingwith a focus on GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service (FAS). Among other topics, Gormley assesses the performance of the Federal Supply Schedules (FSS) in 2024 and the prospects for 2025. In his assessment, Gormley outlineshow the FAS systems, organizational structure, and contracting workforce impactcus...2025-01-2742 minProfs on CopsA Behavioral Economics Approach to Police TrainingAt the urging of Oeindrila Dube and her colleagues, the Chicago Police Department has adopted a new police training program called Situational Decision-making (or Sit-D). This training regimen, which includes simulations and realistic videos, integrates principles of behavioral economics to reduce cognitive bias when police officers make quick decisions in the field. Dube, Professor of Public Policy at the University of Chicago, explains how Sit-D changes the way that police officers process information and make decisions. The use of non- lethal force has declined by 23 percent and discretionary arrests have declined by 23 percent, while officer safety has improved. Other...2025-01-2431 minProfs on CopsShould Schools Hire Cops?Many school districts in the U.S. hire local police officers to make schools safer. Supporters say school resource officers (SROs) reduce crime through law enforcement and mentoring; critics say they transform petty crimes into school suspensions and arrests that disrupt student progress, especially for Black male students. According to Lucy Sorensen, Associate Professor of Public Affairs at the University at Albany, there is some truth to both arguments. Her studies show that SROs reduce physical fights and altercations but increase school suspensions, expulsions, and arrests. Reforms include reducing the number of SROs, redefining their roles, or better training.2025-01-1332 min
The Horse RaceEpisode 332: The Pollarized ExpressThis week on The Horse Race, Steve and Jenn share their take on Trump's latest lawsuit against The Des Moines Register and Selzer poll in Iowa. Then, a holiday roundup of Horse Race best Dunkin' moments, and how the new climate bill empowers disadvantaged communities in developing clean energy projects.2024-12-1833 minProfs on CopsA Chicago Police Chief Who Loved Irish MusicA remarkable Irish-American, Francis O’Neill, rose up through the ranks of the Chicago police force in the late 19 th century to become the Chief of Police. He would later publish one of the finest collections of Irish folk music ever assembled, with 1,800 tunes that he and his “collectors” (many of them cops) committed to memory and then to print. Join Michael O’Malley, Professor of History at George Mason University and author of BEAT COP, for a lively discussion of policing, Irish music, and how the two intersected.
Recorded on Nov 27, 2024.2024-12-0629 minProfs on CopsClosed-Circuit TV SystemsMost local law enforcement agencies have their own closed-circuit TV systems, aimed at curbing crime and apprehending criminals. According to Eric Piza, Professor of Criminology at Northeastern University, who has studied this in Newark, N.J. and elsewhere, CCTV systems can reduce both violent crime and property crime if linked to strategic staff deployment. In the absence of that integrated approach, CCTV systems may still reduce property crime, such as auto thefts.
Recorded on Nov 22, 2024.2024-12-0323 minProfs on CopsTo Shoot or Not to Shoot?When a serious crime is in progress, lethal force is sometimes necessary. But police officers often face big information deficits when trying to decide whether to shoot a suspect. David Klinger, Professor of Criminology at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, has been there himself, as a police officer in Los Angeles and Redmond, Washington. And he has interviewed over 100 police officers nationwide to learn more. He discusses how group dynamics, fragmentary information, and a sense of urgency create pressure-cooker situations where police sometimes make mistakes – not shooting when they should or shooting when they shouldn’t.2024-08-2234 minProfs on CopsShrinking Police ForcesSince 2020, police forces in the U.S. have experienced a surge in resignations and retirements. Is this a problem? Why is it happening? Why should we care? Scott Mourtgos, recently retired as the Deputy Chief of Police in Salt Lake City and now Assistant Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of South Carolina, has a unique perspective on these questions. Hear more about his research on the role of the George Floyd murder in triggering resignations and the effects that police shortages have on response times when citizens call for help.2024-07-2028 minProfs on CopsPolice Buildings: Do Looks Matter?Some police department buildings strike observers as “welcoming,” while others seem intimidating or austere. Research by Georgetown University Assistant Professor of Public Policy Andrea Headley finds that a police department’s appearance matters, that more welcoming structures are associated with more positive affect from citizens. But race/ethnicity and prior arrest records moderate that relationship in interesting ways. Learn how architectural design, landscape, and even signage can create lasting impressions and influence how citizens view the police.
Recorded on July 9, 20242024-07-1426 min
The Mike Gormley ShowVicki Peterson | The Bangles - Guitarist, Writer and SingerTHE MIKE GORMLEY SHOW - Featuring Vicki Peterson | Founding Member of the Bangles | Continental Drifters | Psycho Sisters | Action Skulls - Guitarist, Writer and SingerListen in while Mike Gormley, Manager of The Bangles - from inception to world success - chats with Vicki for the first time in decades. In 1981 Vicki formed The Bangs alongside sister Debbi and singer-guitarist Susanna Hoffs - which soon became the iconic chart-topping 80’s group The Bangles. In the early 90s, Vicki began writing songs with her good friend Susan Cowsill as the Psycho Sisters and contributed to trac...2024-07-051h 12
The Mike Gormley ShowVicki Peterson | The Bangles - Guitarist, Writer and SingerTHE MIKE GORMLEY SHOW - Featuring Vicki Peterson | Founding Member of the Bangles | Continental Drifters | Psycho Sisters | Action Skulls - Guitarist, Writer and SingerListen in while Mike Gormley, Manager of The Bangles - from inception to world success - chats with Vicki for the first time in decades. In 1981 Vicki formed The Bangs alongside sister Debbi and singer-guitarist Susanna Hoffs - which soon became the iconic chart-topping 80’s group The Bangles. In the early 90s, Vicki began writing songs with her good friend Susan Cowsill as the Psycho Sisters and contributed to trac...2024-07-051h 13Profs on CopsWhat It's Like to Be a CopIn 2016, Georgetown University Law Professor Rosa Brooks joined the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department as a reserve officer. She served part-time from 2016 to 2020 and wrote a book about her experiences, Tangled Up in Blue. Find out why patrol officers avoid kitchens, why they discourage suspects from sitting on sofas, and why they clank when they walk. Prof. Brooks argues that police officers face real but exaggerated threats to their personal safety, and she attributes much of their behavior, good and bad, to the expectations of politicians and constituents.
Recorded on April 18, 20242024-05-1234 minProfs on CopsBody-Worn CamerasBody-worn cameras are now deployed by more than two-thirds of all police departments in the U.S. Patrol officers commonly use them, but increasingly detectives, meter maids, and even police dogs are being equipped with BWCs. Professor Michael White of Arizona State University testified on this subject before President Obama’s Commission on 21st Century Policing. Hear what he has to say about how body cameras work in practice and the effects they have on complaints by citizens, the use of force by police officers, and other outcomes.
Interview was conducted on March 6, 20242024-03-3030 minProfs on CopsPolicing ChinaAlthough China is an authoritarian regime, its local police officers are surprisingly weak. They have high caseloads and lots of paperwork to complete and do not carry guns. When political protests arise, however, China enlists the People’s Armed Police to suppress dissent, speedily and forcefully. Suzanne Scoggins, Associate Professor of Political Science at Clark University, discusses how the tedium of everyday policing changes dramatically when social unrest poses a threat to regime stability and the appearance of social harmony.
Interview was conducted on March 5, 20242024-03-3025 minProfs on CopsThe Danger ImperativeProf. Michael Sierra-Arevalo of the University of Texas discusses the “danger imperative” that frames the daily activities of police officers throughout the U.S. Learn about a deeply-embedded fear of violence that shapes numerous decisions police officers make – whether to confront a group of idle teenagers, whether to engage in a high-speed car chase, whether to wear a seat belt. The author of a new book on this subject discusses the culture of policing, why it matters, and how it might be changed.
Interview was conducted on February 6, 20242024-03-3029 minOff the ShelfAn update on FASThis week on Off the Shelf, Bill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group, provides the latest update on the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), including his thoughts on the FAS reorganization and what it means for customer agencies, GSA, and industry. Gormley also shares the latest operational trends in the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program, including key contracting trends shaping the market (e.g., EPA processing,, TDR expansion, and price evaluation procedures). He also discusses the implementation of key policy guidance for the program and its impact on contractors and customer agencies. 2024-02-2241 min
Gormley - On Demand CJME / CKOMGormley - Senator Brent Cotter - November 21st, 2023The issue of Bill C-234 is still before the Canadian Senate and premiers in Ontario, Saskatchewan and Alberta are urging for the bill to be passed. Premier Danielle Smith has voiced concerns that the delay is intentional, as the bill has been before the senate since March. Senator Brent Cotter joins Gormley to give an update on the situation. Gormley2023-11-2118 minGormley - On Demand CJME / CKOMGormley - Bill Curry - November 9th, 2023After announcing that he’s stepping away from the show at the end of the month, John Gormley names the NEW voice of Saskatchewan to join the airwaves in his stead. Then, Gormley is joined by Globe and Mail journalist, Bill Curry, to discuss the emerging scandal surrounding the federal Liberal government and the ArriveCAN app. Gormley2023-11-0915 minGormley - On Demand CJME / CKOMGormley - Brian Zinchuk - November 1st, 2023Brian Zinchuk, editor/owner of PipelineOnline, is here to discuss the latest oil and gas news in the province. Today, Zinchuk discusses the recent Supreme Court of Canada ruling on the “No More Pipelines Bill” with Gormley.
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The Horse RaceEpisode 279: Bond, Housing BondThis week on The Horse Race, Steve and Lisa talk to GBH's Katie Lannan about what is and isn't in the new housing bond bill, and Lisa explains the governor's latest announcement on the shelter emergency. Plus, what do our hosts think of the new Green Line "super" cars?2023-10-1928 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 278: Close Encounters of the Senate KindThis week on The Horse Race, Steve and Jenn recap the gun bill hearing on Beacon Hill, Brent Benson explains why a central Mass. Senate seat may be a toss-up, and Steph Solis of Axios joins to review Massachusetts elected officials' responses to the violence in Israel and Palestine.2023-10-1229 min
Off the ShelfAn update on the MAS programThis week on Off the Shelf, Bill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group, provides an update on the MAS program, including processing Economic Price Adjustments (EPA) and other modifications.Along these lines, Gormley shares the latest on the handling of price negotiations across the MAS program. He also discusses where the federal market is heading regarding purchasing channels, access to the commercial market and the role of data management in procurement. Finally, Gormley highlights some key takeaways for the fourth quarter buying season and the importance of having in place contracts like the MAS program. 2023-08-3142 minOff the ShelfInflation: How is it affecting contractorsBill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group, gives an update on inflation's impact on contracting, with a focus on the challenges facing MAS contractors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-03-2941 minOff the ShelfProcurement expectations for FY23Gormley Group President Bill Gormley joins host Roger Waldron on this week's Off the Shelf to discuss transactional data reporting, eCommerce and the government-industry dialogue at the Coalition for Government Procurement’s recent fall training conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-01-1443 minOff the ShelfProcurement & The General Services AdministrationBill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group, joins host Roger Waldron on this week's Off the Shelf for an in-depth discussion of the top procurement issues impacting the General Services Administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2022-11-1442 min
The Kurt Locker: The Kurt Russell PodcastBackdraft (1991)Film critic and writer Kate Hudson joins Lindsey and Andrew on this episode to discuss if Bill Baldwin is hotter than Brad Pitt, what the hell was going on with Kurt Russell's side stories, and so much more. ——— This episode is sponsored by Skillshare. Get one month free on us to learn something new. Expand your mind! https://12and24.com/skillshareJoin our community on Discord! We hang out, chat, and answer questions in real-time: https://12and24.com/discordVisit us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/kurtlockerpod or on our websit...2022-10-051h 35Off the ShelfThe state of government wide contractingGormley Group President Bill Gormley joins host Roger Waldron on this week's Off the Shelf to discuss the state of government-wide contracting, with a focus on GSA’s Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2022-08-0242 min
The Horse RaceEpisode 222: The Unhappiest Hour7/28/2022-- This week, a surprise amendment to the State Senate’s version of the economic development bill would give cities and towns the option of ending a decades-long ban on happy hour for their own municipalities. To talk about it more, Jenn and Steve are joined by the amendment's sponsor, Senator Julian Cyr.
Later, Jenn takes a closer look at the history behind the ban and the other attempts to revive happy hour in Massachusetts.2022-07-2841 min
Slam the GavelJoe Gormley, Founder Of Saving Fatherhood, Discusses Hope For Broken Families And Nullifying The Marriage License Slam the Gavel welcomes Joe Gormley. He is the founder of Saving Fatherhood which he organized in 2017. Joe Gormley was last on the show Season 2, Episode 126.
Saving Fatherhood seeks to glorify God by serving victims of broken families. They help Father's and families apply Biblical principles to family challenges including but not limited to separation, divorce, parental alienation, and any situation caused by, made worse by, or could be prevented by avoiding family court. To make this goal a reality to promote Saving Fatherhood Podcast, Private Counseling / Discipleship and Group Bible Study for Divorced and Alienated Dads. Additionally, partici...2022-07-161h 05
Slam the GavelJoe Gormley, Founder Of Saving Fatherhood, Discusses Hope For Broken Families And Nullifying The Marriage License Slam the Gavel welcomes Joe Gormley. He is the founder of Saving Fatherhood which he organized in 2017. Joe Gormley was last on the show Season 2, Episode 126. Saving Fatherhood seeks to glorify God by serving victims of broken families. They help Father's and families apply Biblical principles to family challenges including but not limited to separation, divorce, parental alienation, and any situation caused by, made worse by, or could be prevented by avoiding family court. To make this goal a reality to promote Saving Fatherhood Podcast, Private Counseling / Discipleship and Group Bible Study for Divorced and Alienated Dads. Additionally, partic...2022-07-161h 05The Horse RaceEpisode 216: State House Roundup: Bills, Bills, Bills6/9/22- This week, Jenn fills us in on this weekend’s Dot Day and Dorchfest festivities while eating leftover cake. Steve counters an argument made in a recent episode of The New York Times’ podcast The Daily, that “polling on gun control gets it wrong,” explaining the key difference between issues polling and ballot question polling, and why, as he’s seen in ballot question campaigns throughout Massachusetts history, it’s difficult for ballot questions to receive broad public support.
Next, Lisa gives us a rundown of what came out of the MassDems Convention. Who’s in and who’s out. Breaking ne...2022-06-0936 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 214: Survey says...5/25/22-- This week on The Horse Race, Steve, Jennifer, and Lisa begin on the somber note brought about by yet another shooting tragedy, this time in Uvalde Texas, where 19 children and 2 teachers were killed at Robb Elementary School. This comes soon after 11 people were shot and killed in a racist attack at a Buffalo supermarket. Congressional delegates from Massachusetts expressed sadness and called for action, including disbanding the NRA (Rep. Jake Auchincloss) and abolishing the filibuster and passing gun safety legislation (Sen. Ed Markey).
A Massachusetts Senate survey conducted in 2019 found what the Boston Globe called an environment of harassment...2022-05-2631 minOff the ShelfThe inflation challenge in government contractingBill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group, joins host Roger Waldron on this week's Off the Shelf to discuss how inflation is impacting the General Services Administration's Federal Supply Schedules program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2022-03-2540 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 205: Saving Daylight, Saving Packies?3/17/2022-- Happy St. Patrick's Day from all of us at The Horse Race! Steve and Jennifer discuss the return of the in-person St. Patrick's Day breakfast, happening this Sunday. It's an almost annual tradition of Massachusetts politicians gathering and making jokes at one another's expense for what Jennifer describes as "basically a big Irish roast."
Plus, big news coming out of the U.S. Senate-- a bill passed that would make Daylight Saving permanent, ending the ritual of turning the clocks forward and backward and gracing us all with an extra hour of daylight in the winter. The development has...2022-03-1736 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 202: State House Roundup: Back to Beacon Hill2/17/2022--Today on The Horse Race, we look ahead to next week’s reopening of the State House. After more than 700 days of closure due to COVID, doors open on Tuesday, and legislators will return to their offices.
In this week’s installment of State House Roundup, friends of the pod Katie Lannan and Chris Lisinski of State House News Service break down the ramifications of the in-person return and highlight the major policies being tackled on Beacon Hill now— namely, voting reform, a bill to create a pathway for undocumented immigrants to obtain drivers licenses, and a drug pricing transparency bill.
...2022-02-1727 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 199: Mayor Michelle Wu on what's ahead for Boston1/27/2022--This week brings a handful of new campaign announcements. Among them, Secretary of the Commonwealth Bill Galvin who confirmed he is seeking his eighth term in office, State Treasurer Deb Goldberg who is running for re-election, labor attorney Shannon Liss-Riordan who announced her bid for Attorney General, and Chris Doughty, a moderate Republican businessman from Wrentham and new entrant into the race for governor of Massachusetts.
Jenn, Steve, and Lisa discuss Governor Baker's final State of the Commonwealth address that included plans for a slew of tax breaks.
The special guest on today's show is Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. After...2022-01-2736 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 198: Test Stressing1/20/2022--This week on The Horse Race, two big campaign announcements hit the news. First, it's the one we've been waiting on for months. Attorney General Maura Healey is running for Governor. She enters the race after much anticipation and speculation with a rate of name recognition and funding that dwarfs that of her competitors.
Tanisha Sullivan, President of the Boston NAACP, announced her candidacy for Secretary of the Commonwealth. Bill Galvin, who has been in the position for almost three decades, has not yet announced whether he’ll run again.
Vaccine mandates for indoor businesses went into effect throughout Boston th...2022-01-2032 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 193: State House Roundup: What's in the ARPA spending bill?12/9/21--Today on The Horse Race, a roundup on what's happening on Beacon Hill. Reporters Katie Lannan of State House News Service and Shira Schoenberg of CommonWealth stop by to break down what is inside the $4 billion ARPA spending bill headed for Charlie Baker's desk (and why it took so long to reach this point).
Plus, Lisa provides the scoop on the down-ballot races heating up across the state.2021-12-0931 minOff the ShelfContracting trends impacting GSAThis week on Off the Shelf, Bill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group, joins host Roger Waldron for a wide ranging discussion of the top contracting trends impacting the General Services Administration, customer agencies, and industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2021-11-2341 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 190: The Senate's revolutionary mental health bill11/11/21-- This week, Steve and Lisa are back in the virtual bunker to celebrate a birthday, rejoice in vaccinations for children, and discuss the latest in the #mapoli scene.
A new mental health bill unveiled by the state Senate would revolutionize treatment. Co-chair of the Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use, and Recovery Sen. Julian Cyr stopped by to explain the mechanics, the goal for mental and phyiscal health parity, and what the pandemic meant for the genesis of the bill.
Later, Lisa rehashes what went down on Beacon Hill during the drawing of congressional districts. A heated debate...2021-11-1128 min
Slam the GavelJoe Gormley, Founder of Saving Fatherhood, Discusses Serving God by Serving Victims Of Broken Families Slam the Gavel welcomes Joe Gormley. He is the founder of Saving Fatherhood which he organized in 2017.
Saving Fatherhood seeks to glorify God by serving victims of broken families. We help Father's and families apply Biblical principles to family challenges including but not limited to separation, divorce, parental alienation, and any situation caused by, made worse by, or could be prevented by avoiding family court. To make this goal a reality we promote our Podcast, Private Counseling / Discipleship and Group Bible Study for Divorced and Alienated Dads. Additionally, we participate in local and national political groups that seek to...2021-11-091h 10
Slam the GavelJoe Gormley, Founder of Saving Fatherhood, Discusses Serving God by Serving Victims Of Broken Families Slam the Gavel welcomes Joe Gormley. He is the founder of Saving Fatherhood which he organized in 2017. Saving Fatherhood seeks to glorify God by serving victims of broken families. We help Father's and families apply Biblical principles to family challenges including but not limited to separation, divorce, parental alienation, and any situation caused by, made worse by, or could be prevented by avoiding family court. To make this goal a reality we promote our Podcast, Private Counseling / Discipleship and Group Bible Study for Divorced and Alienated Dads. Additionally, we participate in local and national political groups that seek to pre...2021-11-091h 10
Catching FoxesShannon Gormley Uncensored! (AMA)"Ask Michael's Wife Anything"
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and then a ton of questions about being married to an idiot like me. Sponsored By:BetterHelp.com: This podcast is sponsored...2021-06-191h 04Off the ShelfA mid-year federal procurement updateBill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group, and Tom Sisti, executive vice president and general counsel at the Coalition for Government Procurement, join host Roger Waldron on this week's Off The Shelf for a mid-year update on current programmatic, policy, and market trends in federal procurement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2021-06-1142 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 179: The GIF That Keeps on Giving4/28/21--This week on The Horse Race, we bring you some bittersweet news. Our very own, extremely talented, reporter and co-host extraordinaire, Stephanie Murray, will be joining us for just one more episode of The Horse Race! She has been promoted to a national position for Politico, so keep an eye out for her as the new author of The Morning Score.
In other big #mapoli news, Massachusetts is making big reopening moves. New reopening guidelines include, effective May 29th,(dependent on public health and vaccination data) gathering limits will increase to 200 people indoors and 250 people outdoors; May 10th will bring...2021-04-2839 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 175: Clearing the Air3/31/21--After weeks of COVID cases on the decline in Massachusetts, data show that they are on the uptick. Not just here in the Bay State, but in states across the nation. This week CDC Director Rochelle Walensky said she felt a sense of "impending doom" and stressed the necessity for people to "hold on a little while longer."
In #mapoli news, state Senator Sonia Chang-Diaz has said she's "seriously considering" a run for governor in 2022, which brings Steve to take a look at the most recent approval ratings for Governor Baker out from Suffolk University and the Boston Globe. He...2021-04-0134 min
The Mat Stats Show by the NWCAWIBN Philly Webinar: Bill Zadick, 2006 World Champion and Team USA men's freestyle coachOn March 11, World Champion and current Team USA Men’s Freestyle wrestling coach Bill Zadick joined the Philadelphia Chapter of the Wrestlers in Business Network for a virtual speaking engagement. Zadick discussed the landscape of freestyle wrestling, the rise back to prominence for Team USA, how he’s worked with a network of coaches around the country to build the team and how his day-to-day operations as a national team coach compare and contrast to working in business.Zadick also talks about his career as a wrestler and what’s driven him as a coach heading into the next O...2021-03-301h 07The Horse RaceEpisode 168: Unchartered Territory2/10/20-- This week on The Horse Race, Jenn and Stephanie bring you something a little different than the usual programming.
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh sat through a Senate confirmation hearing last week as President Biden’s pick for Labor Secretary. It looks very likely that he will be confirmed. If that happens and the mayor leaves office before March 5, normally the rules say we would have to have a special election. But given that we are still in the middle of a pandemic and a mayoral election year already, the Boston City Council discussed a proposal to scrap the special el...2021-02-1049 minOff the ShelfThe GovCon "to do" list in 2021Bill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group, joins host Roger Waldron on this week's Off the Shelf to discuss the state of government-wide contracting in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2021-02-0143 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 159: T Cut or Not T Cut?12/3/20-- Steve and Jenn are back in the bunker after an atypical (but very 2020) Thanksgiving celebration. After a quick excoriation of the cast of characters on The Bachelorette, the hosts transition to a development on the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court.
Kimberly Budd was sworn in Monday as chief justice of the SJC, succeeding the late chief justice Ralph Gants. This makes her the first Black woman to lead the high court. Justice Dalila Wendlandt was confirmed as the first Latina justice on the Supreme Judicial Court. The composition of the state’s highest court looks to be historically diverse, with th...2020-12-0333 min
Cool Breeze Over the Mountains: The Keanu Reeves PodcastBill & Ted Face the Music...And just like that, your heroes have arrived at the end of this wonderful journey. Join Whitney, Evan, and Andrew as they face the proverbial music as well and talk about a most-excellent capstone to the podcast. This is truly a very special episode for us and we hope you've enjoyed the ride as much as we have. We're going out with a bang on this one. Let's rock!Feel free to support us on Patreon! We’ll have behind-the-scenes content, exclusive videos, extra podcast segments and more: http://www.patreon.com/coolbreezepod Visit us on...2020-10-032h 02The Horse RaceEpisode 151: For Better or Worcester10/1/20-- After the most chaotic and uncomfortable presidential debate the country has ever seen, Jennifer, Steve, and Stephanie gather in the virtual bunker to share their thoughts and reflect on the reactions of #mapoli members.
Jennifer said, “The president gave a lot of troubling answers on a lot of topics that are extremely consequential and dodged a lot of important questions.” Perhaps the most egregious was his refusal to openly condemn white supremacy.
Trump launched into “an uninterrupted rambling attack on the integrity of mail-in voting.” But, like Jenn says, it didn’t end there. “He wasn’t just attacking mail-in voting...2020-10-0135 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 148: The Horse Race of the Apocalypse9/9/20--The primary election is over in Massachusetts, and that usually means most of the drama has come to a close, as the most competitive races are done. But on Monday, an announcement from an unlikely source arose regarding a certain 2021 competition.
The Boston Globe reported Boston Mayor Marty Walsh saying City Councilor Michelle Wu called him to let him know she would be running for Mayor in the 2021 election. Wu herself has not yet confirmed, but Boston may very well be in for a busy election season. When Stephanie Murray spoke to City Councilor Julia Mejia about the news, Mejia...2020-09-1025 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 147: Incumbent Upon Us9/3/20-- Tuesday was primary election day in Massachusetts, and history was made as more than 1.5 million ballots were cast, making this the busiest state primary election in 30 years, in terms of raw votes.
The U.S. Senate race was itself historic, in that challenger Joe Kennedy III was defeated by incumbent Sen. Ed Markey, making JKIII the first Kennedy in the political dynasty to lose an election in Massachusetts.
The outcome of the race aligned well with what recent polling suggested. Markey performed well in areas populated by white, affluent voters with high levels of education. Kennedy scored big in...2020-09-0440 minOff the ShelfThe latest trends in procurementThis week on Off the Shelf, Gormley Group President Bill Gormley will discuss the current state of the GSA schedules program, and the state of the federal procurement market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2020-08-2041 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 142: The Endorse Race7/30/20--As election season bears down upon us all, applications for mail-in ballots should now have officially arrived at the residences of all registered Massachusetts voters. Biden said he will make his VP selection next week. Elizabeth Warren’s name has been bandied about as a potential pick, and if that ends up being the case, look out for what could be a very interesting special election.
A coalition of Black state legislative staffers are calling out the racist behavior they’ve witnessed in their workplaces and demanding reform. The staffers with the Beacon BLOC group on Wednesday wrote a letter to S...2020-07-3032 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 140: The Midnight Ride of Poll Revere7/16/20-- This week in #mapoli coverage begins with a national news item with a Massachusetts connection. The Trump administration on Tuesday rescinded a proposal to bar current international students from studying in the US if all their classes are taught online. They would have been asked to either transfer to institutions with at least one in person class or self-deport. This happened during a federal hearing of a lawsuit initiated by Harvard and MIT.
And speaking of lawsuits, the Secretary of the Commonwealth's office told news outlets that applications for mail-in ballots for registered primary voters in Massachusetts are being...2020-07-1740 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 138: School's Out For...Ever?7/2/20--It’s almost the 4th of July, though if we’re going by the amount of fireworks set off, it’s been 4th of July for several weeks now.
There’s also reason for celebration because it’s Poll Release Day. Steve Koczela & co. at The MassINC Polling Group have new data on Massachusetts parents of K-12 students and their experiences with remote learning.
But first up, we bring you the latest headlines. Voting reform legislation is on the move after the Massachusetts House and Senate struck a deal this week. After the bill is expected to be voted through by both ho...2020-07-0236 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 136: Miranda Rights6/19/20--As we near the official start of summer, Massachusetts continues with Phase 2 of its reopening plan, with malls and hotels open for business, as well as restaurants for outdoor dining and drinking.
No sign yet that Massachusetts will need to backtrack on the reopening, as state officials confirm downward trends continue on each of the four key coronavirus metrics they're tracking.
In Supreme Court news, three significant developments were made this week. LGBTQ workers were granted a historic victory when the Supreme Court ruled Monday that the federal law that bars sex discrimination in employment does apply to LGBTQ employees...2020-06-1939 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 129: Mailed It4/29/20-- When Governor Charlie Baker announced the statewide stay-at-home advisory and non-essential business closure, the expiration date was set for May 4 - this Friday. But on Tuesday, Baker announced the order would remain in place until May 18. That’s another three weeks of closed businesses, remote work, and for many, lost jobs and wages. Even after a 3 week period in which hopefully the number of cases will begin to decline, people are skeptical that a May 18th reopening will in fact take place. After all, this is now the third end date for the stay-at-home and business closure order (April 7, Ma...2020-04-2941 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 128: The Horse Race Happy Hour4/22/2020-- In case you missed our Facebook Live Happy Hour show, you can watch the full thing here!
This week brought forward a handful of notable moments. Namely, President Trump said Tuesday he’s going to temporarily suspend immigration to the U.S., a move that we still don’t know a lot about. Meanwhile in Massachusetts, Governor Baker announced schools will remain closed in Massachusetts for the rest of the school year.
State House News reporter and BFF of the pod Katie Lannan drops into the virtual hangout to fill in the hosts on how the wheels of state gove...2020-04-2345 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 127: The 'Stay at Home' StretchWatch the video version here! https://youtu.be/s7Y8_LaonQI
4/15/20-- Impacts from the COVID-19 outbreak continue to be felt, as it claims more and more lives, axes the economy, and leaves everyone feeling at least a little uncertain and unsafe. The Trump administration and governors throughout the country have, since the beginning of the virus' spread, disagreed on how to respond. For the most part, though, governors have implemented aggressive actions in their own states that were often more sweeping than what the president installed. However, on Monday, Trump claimed during a press briefing that it was ultimately...2020-04-1634 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 119: Debate Night & the Feeling's Right2/19/20--We're coming at you today sandwiched between two debate nights. The first was yesterday's face-off between U.S. Senate candidates Congressman Joe Kennedy III and incumbent Ed Markey, and tonight's is, of course, the Democratic Primary Debate on the Las Vegas stage, where candidates Joe Biden, Michael Bloomberg, Pete Buttigieg, Amy Klobuchar, Bernie Sanders, and Elizabeth Warren.
First, Jennifer and Stephanie recap last night's U.S. Senate debate hosted by WGBH. The two Democrats share most of the progressive views, and as Jenn noted, neither candidate voiced a succinct and definitive reason as to why he stands out in this...2020-02-1933 minOff the ShelfThe top procurement developments of 2019This week on Off the Shelf, Bill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group, joins host Roger Waldron to discuss systems modernization, eCommerce, and 2019's top contracting and procurement developments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2020-02-0743 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 106: PAC It Up, PAC It In11/6/19-- Communities scattered throughout Massachusetts held elections on Tuesday. One of those communities was Boston, whose newly elected City Council makes history as its most diverse yet, with 7 people of color and 8 women making up the majority of the 13-person council. The fourth-highest vote-getter among the at-large candidates, Julia Mejia, won her seat by a margin of only 10 votes, prompting fifth-place finisher Alejandra St. Guillen to call for a recount. Stephanie Murray noted, “10 votes could be a couple of absentee ballots; it could be a broken voting machine; it could also be one of those ballots where you vote for to...2019-11-0731 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 104: Pollin', Pollin', Pollin' on the River10/23/19-- On today's episode of The Horse Race, Jenn and Steve tackle news on the local, state, and national stage. Beginning with local, Jenn provides updates on the Boston City Council forum that took place last night, noting that one of the biggest points of daylight among the candidates were their responses to Operation Clean Sweep that took place back in August.
Upon the release of a WBUR poll that the MassINC Polling Group conducted, Steve takes us through the most notable results. The poll surveyed registered Massachusetts voters on a variety of topics, and some of the biggest takeaways...2019-10-2434 minOff the ShelfA deeper look at GSA's MAS consolidationBill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group and chair of the Coalition for Government Procurement will discuss GSA's Multiple Award Schedule consolidation, when he joins host Roger Waldron on this week's Off the Shelf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2019-09-2743 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 100: The 100th Lap9/25/19--Welcome, one and all, to the 100th Episode Jubilee! This week features old friends of the pod as well as a brand-new visitor to the bunker.
First, Jamie Belsito is a first-time visitor to The Horse Race, making her case for why she's right for the 6th District House seat. She argues Seth Moulton has been too busy running for president and gunning for Nancy Pelosi to show up for his district.
Then, BFF of the pod and State House News reporter Katie Lannan drops by to break down the contents of the recently unveiled education funding bill and contextualize...2019-09-2637 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 99: Welcome to the Jungle Primary9/18/19-- Fresh off the Massachusetts Democratic Convention, Steve and Stephanie have much to discuss. Stephanie covered the convention in Springfield for Politico, and there were a few things in particular that stood out to her. Namely, as pundits in Massachusetts and nationwide speculate on the implications of the potential Markey-Kennedy Senate matchup, there's someone already calling out the sitting Senator. Shannon Liss-Riordan, a Brookline labor attorney and official candidate running for Markey's seat is "doing the work for" Kennedy, Stephanie says. On stage at the convention, she called to get corporate money out of Washington, a not-so-subtle jab at Markey.
...2019-09-1931 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 98: Is Fare Fair?9/11/19-- A new week brings new polls to discuss. Last week, Steve and Stephanie spoke to the Chief Growth Officer at Change Research, which had published a poll finding Joe Kennedy III with a 17-point lead ahead of Ed Markey in the Senate race. Since then a Boston Globe/Suffolk University poll found Kennedy up by 14 points, confirming the substance of a poll that many considered to be an outlier. Steve explains why Kennedy is showing strength early on. Plus, WBUR released a poll this morning, this one on what their audience would like to hear candidates discuss.
Jenn and...2019-09-1233 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 97: #MApoli Breakfast Club9/4/19-- It's post-Labor Day in The Horse Race bunker, which means post-Labor Day Breakfast, which means the hosts have much to discuss. Namely, Stephanie pointed out, the breakfast featured 'Kennedy for Senate' banners posted directly across from 'Markey for Senate' banners, illustrating a race that's sure to be tight IF Congressman Joe Kennedy decides to officially throw his hat in the ring.
Meanwhile in legislation news, a hearing was held in the Statehouse today on a proposed bill that would allow undocumented immigrants to obtain drivers licenses. State Sen. Brendan Crighton and Rep. Christine Barber drop by to explain what...2019-09-0531 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 82: BRT If You Agree5/15/19--Steve and Jenn are back with a vengeance to discuss...you guessed it: transportation. US News Rankings published Massachusetts as the 44th worst state in the union in the category of overall infrastructure and 46th in commute time. This should come as no surprise to anyone who lives in Massachusetts and has commuted even once in the past 5 years.
They're joined by State Sen. Becca Rausch to discuss a bill that would allow childcare expenses to be included in campaign expenses. Right now, doing so is unlawful because of its consideration as a personal expense. Rausch says this precludes people...2019-05-1631 minCool Breeze Over the Mountains: The Keanu Reeves PodcastBill and Ted's Bogus JourneyLet's all go on a bogus journey together, figuratively and, unfortunately, literally. Join your hosts as they dig for the redeeming qualities of this film. We ponder what other sequels worked after 20+ year hiatuses (and somehow don't mention Star Wars) and philosophize about what that might mean for the third film. Evan and Andrew reveal a shared, massive pop culture blind spot during Pop Quiz Asshole and Whitney will definitely convinced you to Google “Bogus Journey Horror Movie”. Feel free to support us on Patreon! We’ll have behind-the-scenes content, exclusive videos, extra podcast segments and more: http...2019-05-141h 15The Horse RaceEpisode 81: The Ways of Ways and Means5/8/2019--Derby Day has come and gone, but Steve and Jenn are back in the saddle. They're joined first by The Horse Race's one and only sports correspondent Maeve Duggan to discuss Red Sox manager Alex Cora's decision not to accept an invitation to visit the White House after last season's World Series win. She also shares some little-known facts about the connection between thoroughbred horse racing and one Bill Belichick.
Later, the hosts visit the State House to chat with Senate Ways and Means Chair Michael Rodrigues on all things Senate Budget. Finally Steve and Jenn close out the show...2019-05-0939 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 78: How Wasted Are We?4/17/2019-- Listeners, it's happening. The Horse Race is, in fact, going to the races. Mark your calendars for June 9 and join us for a live recording of The Horse Race at Suffolk Downs. Come eat, drink, gamble, watch some races and listen to some political conversation. Really, what more could you possibly want? Keep your eyes and ears open for details to come.
Meanwhile in the bunker, Steve and Jenn have much to discuss. About one week into the Stop & Shop strike that's been visited by Elizabeth Warren and will be soon by Joe Biden and Marty Walsh, Jenn and...2019-04-1733 minCool Breeze Over the Mountains: The Keanu Reeves PodcastBill & Ted's Excellent AdventureYour most excellent hosts travel with Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter on a bodacious journey through space and time. It’s not an exaggeration to say that you will perhaps learn more bizarre facts on this episode than all of our previous episodes combined. We talk about causal loops in time travel, phone booth stuffing, and all the anachronisms you could possibly handle. Feel free to support us on Patreon! We’ll have behind-the-scenes content, exclusive videos, extra podcast segments and more: http://www.patreon.com/coolbreezepod Visit us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/cool...2019-04-091h 40Off the ShelfThe top procurement issues in 2019Bill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group, joins host Roger Waldron on this week's Off the Shelf to discuss the top procurement issues in 2019 including the challenges posed by GSA's schedules modernization initiative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2019-03-0740 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 72: Crossing The Atlantic3/6/2019-- Steve and Jenn are back in the saddle and boy, do they have a lot to discuss. First, who was that guy with local ties who mentioned running against Trump as a Republican? Oh, yeah. Bill Weld, who has not made a peep in recent weeks.
Next up, the hosts have a bone to pick with a certain Atlantic article that's been circulating, which maps levels of political intolerance throughout the country. They argue that while Suffolk County may in fact be extremely politically intolerant, this study does not prove that. Steve explains how the methods the researchers employed...2019-03-0734 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 70: Census & Sensibility2/20/2019-- Steve and Jenn are in the bunker, together again, and back with a special announcement: they want to hear from you, dear listeners. So send in your #mapoli questions to us via the Pony Express, a.k.a. The Horse Race's version of a mailbag. Hit us up on Twitter @The_HorseRace, or email us at thehorseracepodcast@gmail.com.
In other news, Jenn and Steve sit down with Luc Schuster of the Boston Foundation to discuss the current state of the 2020 Census, how it works, and what's at stake for Massachusetts.
Michael Levenson of The Boston Globe has been...2019-02-2036 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 66: Bet the House1/23/2019-- As the government shutdown rages on, Steve and Jenn lament the issues it's inflicting upon local employees of the federal government. With hope for a speedy resolution, they look ahead to bills coming up before the Massachusetts legislature.
One such bill has to do with sports betting. State Sen. Brendan Crighton drops by The Horse Race to discuss his proposed bill that would allow for Massachusetts casinos and online platforms to apply for licenses to operate sports books. But he's not the only one. Both State Rep. Dan Cullinane and Gov. Charlie Baker have proposed similar legislation, so Crighton...2019-01-2437 minThe Horse RaceEpisode 65: Churchill "Shut" Downs1/16/2019 -- Amidst the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, Steve Koczela and Jennifer Smith chat with Congresswoman Katherine Clark of Massachusetts' 5th congressional district, who is co-sponsoring a bill aimed at protecting federal workers from such hardships as eviction, foreclosure and loan default.
Politico reporter Stephanie Murray joins to discuss Elizabeth Warren's recent trip to New Hampshire and chats through how she stacks up against other recently announced candidates for the presidency.2019-01-1738 minOff the Shelf2018: The year in procurementFederal News Network Executive Editor Jason Miller, and Gormley Group president Bill Gormley, join host Roger Waldron on this week's Off the Shelf to discuss the key policies, initiatives and programs that shaped the 2018 year in procurement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2018-12-2144 min
The Horse RaceEpisode 61: That's Amore!December 12, 2018: Just one more week until our 2018 #mapoli horse racing season comes to a close! Jennifer Smith and Steve Koczela take a look at what work is already being done by new members of Congress, namely, the plan for Ocasio-Cortez's "Green New Deal" and which MA legislators are supporting it. Then, we check in with Katie Lannan of the State House News Service for a look ahead at potential MA elections. And finally we welcome Anthony Amore who challenged the now-reelected Bill Galvin for Secretary of State about the potential for successful Republican races.2018-12-1334 min
The Horse RaceEpisode 59: Moulton Fire of the VanitiesWith just a couple of episodes left for the 2018 season, Steve Koczela and Jennifer Smith break down the post-election roll out both locally and nationally. With the vote for Speaker of the House today, Anthony Brooks, political reporter for WBUR, walks us through Congressman Seth Moulton's opposition to Nancy Pelosi and how this reflects on other MA legislators. Then, State Representative from Cambridge, Mike Connolly joins us to discuss a bill he has proposed to bring rank choice voting to Massachusetts. And finally, we take one more look back at the election and how the MA GOP fared and what...2018-11-2932 min
Beyond the BulletinEpisode 13: Episode 13: The Principal's OfficeWe interview Veronica Tucker, the new principal of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School! She gives us her education, theology, and family background while Gomer does his best to interrupt and make it all about him!
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The Horse RaceEpisode 45: Lieutenant Governing8/22/18 -- Secretary of State Bill Galvin and Josh Zakim are highlighted again this week as they each launch attack ads. Then we focus on one race that has flown under radar -- the democratic primary for lieutenant governor. Former LG and current president of the Worcester Chamber of Commerce Tim Murray tells us what it's like to run for the seat.
Plus Becca Rausch is running for state senate and calling for transparency on Beacon Hill -- and 14 other democratic women running for office are joining her.
This episode is sponsored by WeWork.2018-08-2332 min
The Horse RaceEpisode 44: #Debategate8/15/18 -- Secretary of State Bill Galvin and his primary challenger Boston City Councilor Josh Zakim met this week for a tense, table-slapping debate. MassLive's Gin Dumcius joins us for a recap on the zesty #debategate. Then CommonWealth Magazine's Michael Jonas has the latest intrigue in the already "cloak and dagger" filled Suffolk County DA race, while Lauren checks in on the Republican primary for Senate.
This episode is sponsored by WeWork.2018-08-1632 min
The Horse RaceEpisode 43: Family Feud8/8/18 -- Democrats are taking on Democrats in this week’s episode of The Horse Race. First, Andy Metzger of State House News Service (and who is soon to be striking out as a freelancer!) details some tension between senate president Karen Spilka and speaker of the House Bob DeLeo in the wrap up of legislative loose ends. Then the Dorchester Reporter’s Jennifer Smith returns to breakdown this week’s debate between incumbent congressman Mike Capuano and his primary challenger Ayanna Pressley.
Plus, State House News Service reporter Matt Murphy checks back in on the race for secretary of state, and wh...2018-08-0930 min
The Horse RaceEpisode 37: Beacon Hill Bargain Basement6/20/18 -- We have a “Grand Bargain”...kind of. State House News Service reporter Katie Lannan discusses the bill moving through the house that would combine a minimum wage increase, paid family leave and a permanent sales tax holiday; then Steve chimes in with polling on education spending and regional ballot initiatives.
Plus Chris Lisinski of the Lowell Sun circles back to the race to replace Rep. Niki Tsongas.
This episode is sponsored by the Massachusetts Business Round Table.2018-06-2131 min
The Horse RaceEpisode 35: Grand Old Primary Candidates6/13/18 -- The statewide candidates are locked -- so who exactly are they? This week we breakdown the bios of the Republican Senate candidates with the Springfield Republican’s Shannon Young, and Michael Bonner of the Cape Cod Times highlights Peter Tedeschi, who’s challenging Rep. Bill Keating in the 9th congressional district.
Then Andy Metzger of State House News returns for an update on the Grand Bargain and the continuing wait for a court ruling on the Fair Share ballot question.
This episode is sponsored by the Massachusetts Business Round Table.2018-06-1433 min
The Horse RaceEpisode 23: Ballot Question QuestionsWe're answering your questions on ballots and questions on ballot questions this week on The Horse Race First Pam Wilmot, head of Common Cause Massachusetts, explains Automatic Voter Registration and why it's a big deal. Then political reporter Shira Schoenberg joins us for an update on the final version of the criminal justice reform bill.
Finally, Steve and Lauren look at the impending decisions on three big revenue issues: the minimum wage, the "millionaire's tax" and the sales tax ballot questions.2018-03-2928 min
The Horse RaceEpisode 20: Wild, Wild West MassThis week we continue our tour of the commonwealth with hot takes from Suffolk County and western Massachusetts. The Dorchester Reporter's Jennifer Smith and MassLive's Gin Dumcius join us in the studio, and "West Mass" correspondent/MassINC Polling Group Research Director Rich Parr calls in to break down all the movement.
PLUS, what animal is featured in former Governor Bill Weld's official state house portrait? Tune in next week to find out.
**West Mass video and audio created by Steve Porter, PorterHouse Media (on behalf of The Greater Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Economic Development Council of Western Massachusetts).2018-03-0829 minOff the Shelf2017: A procurement year in transitionWhat were the top procurement stories in 2017 and what’s ahead for contractors in 2018? Find out when Bill Gormley, president of Gormley Group, joins host Roger Waldron on this week’s Off the Shelf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2018-01-2341 min
The Horse RaceSpecial Edition: The Horse Race Live! Women in PoliticsThe Horse Race went Live! We had a great event last week discussing the most exciting elections to watch in 2018 (Bill Galvin getting primaried anyone?) and digging into one of the year's key issues - the representation of women in #mapoli. Joining us for the event were Puja Mehta of Emerge Massachusetts and Jenn Nassour of Conservative Women for a Better Future.
Stay tuned in the new year for Season 2 of The Horse Race, and thanks for listening!2017-12-041h 10
The Horse RaceEpisode 1: Off to the RacesWe're off to the races covering the Boston Mayoral preliminaries, the open MA-3 seat, Elizabeth Warren's competition, and of course Governor Baker and the Graham-Cassidy bill.
Seabiscuit makes a guest appearance.2017-09-2221 min
Philly Pressbox Radio RoundtablePhilly Pressbox Radio: Ray Didinger on Eagles, Chuck Gormley on Flyers-CapitalsWith the NFL Draft fast approaching, Hall of Fame football writer Ray Didinger makes a return visit to the Philly Pressbox Radio Roundtable to provide insight into what the Eagles might have in mind. Ray, Bill Furman and Jim "Chet" Chesko will discuss whether the Birds might try to trade up from the 8th overall pick to snag a quarterback or stay put and draft an offensive lineman, running back or cornerback. Also, Capitals Insiders Chuck Gormley stops by to preview the Flyers-Caps playoff series that begins Thursday night and to reflect on the passing of Flyers co-founder and owner...2016-04-1400 min
The Flourishing Experiment99: Behind the Scenes at the Chicago Marathon w/ Luke Puskedra, Jon Dunham, & Miguel Blancarte, Jr.It was a weekend filled with inspiring runners when Serena Marie, RD, and I went and ran the Chicago Marathon. You’ll hear our chance (or maybe not so chance) interviews over race weekend with top American Male Finisher, Luke Puskedra, Director of the Spirit of the Marathon Movie, Jon Dunham, and Miguel Blancarte, Junior, who was recently featured in Runner’s World. You’ll also hear Serena's and my thoughts after attending the press conference and expo. On the nutrition side, Serena Marie, RD, discusses GMOs and bread. We give an update on Serena’s Ragnar Race, my time wit...2015-10-291h 34