Shows
The House of Strauss PodcastSen James Townsend and Paul GessingSen James Townsend and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-281h 12
The House of Strauss PodcastBig fat boner show and Paul GessingDr Seuss "Book of Boners" and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-211h 11
Tipping Point New MexicoFrivolous Ethics Complaint Dismissed, NM Ranked Last Again, Deb Haaland's Policy Priorities and moreOn this week's show Paul and Wally discuss Paul's recent travels to Tucson, AZ for his daughter's volleyball tournament and the condition of roads/construction on the trip. Roads are a top priority for the Rio Grande Foundation in the upcoming legislative session. The City of ABQ ethics board dismissed the Keller campaign's frivolous ethics complaint last week. What does the future hold? New Mexico was ranked dead last as a place for raising families by Wallethub. We look at why that was the case and why RGF's economic ideas hold the key to improving family...
2026-01-2047 min
The House of Strauss PodcastABQ Monopoly pieces and Paul GessingAlbuquerque Monopoly Game and what the pieces should be, and Paul Gessing in the second hour on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-161h 10
The House of Strauss PodcastTerms for flatulence and Paul GessingTerms for flatulence (Fart Talk) and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-091h 10
The House of Strauss PodcastMLG Tree costume and Paul GessingMLG's Christmas tree costume (is it real or ai?) and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-241h 11Tipping Point New MexicoMLG's National Guard Deployment in Albuquerque, Inflation, 2025 in ReviewOn this week's conversation Paul and Wally discuss MLG's National Guard deployment in ABQ as they depart. MLG expresses disappointment while Paul's views are more nuanced. Inflation is actually much better under President Trump than under Biden. A graphic highlights much of what we say about New Mexico. Paul and Wally review 2025
2025-12-2346 min
The House of Strauss PodcastPet write offs and Paul GessingPets as tax write offs and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-171h 12
The House of Strauss PodcastPost election blues and Paul GessingPost election blues and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-121h 10Tipping Point New MexicoHoodies, SNAP Controversy, New Mexico Last in Economic FreedomOn this week's Tipping Point conversation Paul and Wally discuss the latest on "hoodie gate" including an ethics complaint from Mayor Keller. New Mexico's political leadership is refusing to assist the Trump Administration in rooting out SNAP fraud. But a recent report from the LFC specifically calls out the need to "New Mexico needs to change program administration to address SNAP error rates and monitor food program outcomes." Paul and Wally further discuss the problems of these government welfare programs and how the Legislature and Gov. care more about the $1 billion annually spent by the federal government on SNA...
2025-12-1035 min
The House of Strauss PodcastKeller Sweater Gate and Paul GessingKeller sweater gate and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-031h 13
The House of Strauss PodcastDebate coverage and Paul GessingWho won the second debate White or Keller, and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-261h 12
The House of Strauss PodcastMeat Abuse and Paul GessingLinda abused Erics meat and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-191h 14
The House of Strauss PodcastLost in space and Paul GessingLost in space and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-141h 12Tipping Point New MexicoSenator Antonio "Moe" Maestas - Road Funding Issues, Housing and moreOn this week's interview Paul sits down with New Mexico Senator Antonio "Moe" Maestas. Moe is a Democrat representing Albuquerque's West Side. He and Paul discuss road funding issues in New Mexico. Specifically, they address whether the gas tax should be increased and other approaches to increasing road funding. Paul and Sen. Maestas then move on to discuss the housing crisis facing New Mexico and some specific policy ideas he plans to introduce in the upcoming 30 day session. You don't want to miss this conversation!
2025-11-1344 min
The House of Strauss PodcastElection Results and Paul GessingEric decodes the election results and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-071h 12
KCCC 930AM RadioRio Grande Foundation - Paul GessingWe interview Paul Gessing with the Rio Grande Foundation about the latest in state politics. We speak: HoltecMLG on LNG in Japan and much more.Support the showAired on KCCC 930 AM RADIO and available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Substack, YouTube, and through our website at kccc930am.com.
2025-11-0432 minTipping Point New MexicoAlbuquerque Elections and Government - Pete DinelliOn this week's interview Paul talks to Pete Dinelli. Dinelli has run for mayor of Albuquerque and has a long track record of service in city government. He currently runs a blog that covers city government and elections. Dinelli and Gessing discuss the ongoing city elections, the candidates involved, and issues in play. With early voting in full swing you don't want to miss this conversation!
2025-10-2347 min
The House of Strauss PodcastMega roll and Paul GessingSave money with the mega roll and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-10-221h 10
The House of Strauss PodcastTerritorial Roofing and Paul GessingTerritorial Roofing and Paul gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-10-151h 08
The House of Strauss PodcastBalloon Fiesta and Paul GessingBalloon Fiesta and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-10-031h 11Tipping Point New MexicoThe Economics of Spaceport America and "Free" Universal Child Care with Chris EricksonOn this week's interview Paul sits down with Professor Chris Erickson. Chris is an economics professor at New Mexico State University. Paul and Chris discuss (and debate) two big issues: 1) Chris' economic impact study of Spaceport America which found that the Spaceport generated an impact of $240 million in 2024. 2) We discuss recent statements made by Erickson that Gov. Lujan Grisham's "free" universal child care will have positive impacts on New Mexico's economy. We do conclude the conversation with a brief discussion of the Project Jupiter project which was recently approved for Southern New Mexico. You don't want to miss this important conversation
2025-09-2544 min
The House of Strauss PodcastJimmy Kimmel back tonight and Paul GessingJimmy Kimmel back tonight and your comments Paul Gessing in the second on hour on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-09-241h 12
KCCC 930AM RadioRio Grande Foundation - Paul Gessing Part 2Today is part 2 of our interview with Rio Grande Foundation President Paul Gessing. Get in the know in your New Mexico community with Community Forum. We talk: Universal ChildcareThe Growing Permanent Fund (It's huge)The state of our roads in NM. Support the showAired on KCCC 930 AM RADIO and available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Substack, YouTube, and through our website at kccc930am.com.
2025-09-1833 min
The House of Strauss PodcastHack to good relationships and Paul GessingLinda and Eric Strauss have a hack to a long relationship and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-09-171h 11Tipping Point New MexicoTragic Events of the Week, Is "Free" Child Care a Diversionary Tactic?, What Ails Albuquerque, and moreOn this week's Tipping Point conversation Paul and Wally discuss the events of last week and what they mean. Specifically, the murder of a young Ukrainian girl and Charlie Kirk shooting (and what it means for the future of political discourse). Paul believes that MLG's "Free" Child Care scheme is a diversionary tactic. Also, fewer New Mexicans are taking advantage of the existing subsidy. RGF is fighting for your freedom in court! RGF had an opinion piece relating to what ails Albuquerque. Federal $$ shouldn't be used for bike trails in the firs...
2025-09-1649 min
KCCC 930AM RadioRio Grande Foundation - Paul GessingWe interview Paul Gessing, President of the Rio Grande Foundation. In Part 1, we discuss Charlie Kirk, 9/11 and the upcoming New Mexico Special Session. Part 2 will air on Thursday. Support the showAired on KCCC 930 AM RADIO and available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Substack, YouTube, and through our website at kccc930am.com.
2025-09-1634 min
The House of Strauss PodcastCharlie Kirk update and Paul GessingCharlie Kirk update and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-09-121h 08Tipping Point New MexicoReilly Stephens - Defending New Mexico Taxpayers in CourtOn this week's Tipping Point interview Paul talks to Reilly Stephens. Reilly is Senior Counsel at the Liberty Justice Center which is representing Paul and the Rio Grande Foundation in court against the City of Albuquerque in a case (that was recently heard in Court) related to what RGF believes is a clear violation of the State's anti-donation clause. Between the "leak" of the Dobbs decision of the US Supreme Court (on abortion) and its actual issuance the Albuquerque City Council saw fit to donate $250,000 to Planned Parenthood, a pro-abortion group. We believe this is a clear violati...
2025-09-1238 min
The House of Strauss PodcastSen Sharer and Paul GessingSen Sharer and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-09-051h 12Tipping Point New MexicoJeff Apodaca - Politics and Policy in New MexicoOn this week's show Paul talks to Jeff Apodaca. Jeff ran for governor in the Democratic Party primary in 2018 and comes from a political New Mexico family. Jeff is also a businessman and political activist. Paul and Jeff discuss the latest political issues in New Mexico and some of the forces shaping the 2026 elections, but they also talk about the accumulation of massive amounts of money in New Mexico's permanent funds and what should be done with that money (and in tax policy more generally) to get New Mexico out of last place in so many metrics.
2025-09-0447 minTipping Point New MexicoSanta Fe Looks for Raise Minimum Wage, Athletic Funding for UNM & NMSU, Welfare, Broadband and moreOn this week's Tipping Point conversation Paul and Wally discuss Paul's recent work trip to New Orleans. The trip coincided with the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Paul also bumped into former NM PED secretary Hanna Skaandera. Santa Fe looks to raise its already high minimum wage due to cost increases in the City Different. What could go wrong? The athletic directors of UNM/NMSU look for additional funding from the Legislature for student athletes. Paul and Wally discuss potential issues. New Mexico has the highest percentage of people on welfare of any state:
2025-09-0245 minTipping Point New MexicoDr. Deane Waldman - Empower Patients InitiativeOn this week's interview Paul talks to Dr. Deane Waldman. Deane was a pediatric cardiologist at University of New Mexico Hospital. He also served on the board of Rio Grande Foundation before moving to Texas. He now works to advance the "Empower Patients Initiative" with economist Vance Ginn. You can read more about that here. Deane and Paul discuss the health care situation in the US as a whole and New Mexico's acute medical shortage. Deane has some important ideas for reforming health care at the national and state levels here in New Mexico as well as ad...
2025-08-2848 min
The House of Strauss PodcastBig purple thing in your mouth and Paul GessingBig purple thing in your mouth is a tastebud and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-08-201h 11Tipping Point New Mexico$64 Billion and Counting, EV Plunge in Q1 of 2025, Housing Shortage and moreOn this week's Tipping Point NM Paul and Wally discuss the fact that New Mexico is now sitting on $64 billion while the NY Times calls New Mexico "poor." Further details on New Mexico's massive sovereign wealth fund and the inability to use it effectively can be found here. EV market share plunged in Q1 of 2025 including here in NM despite the continuation of state and federal subsidies. Paul and Wally discuss what may be happening. A national housing expert says New Mexico has done nothing to address the housing shortage. What's the...
2025-08-1944 minTipping Point New MexicoBronson Corn - Rancher and President of New Mexico Cattle GrowersOn this week's Tipping Point NM interview Paul interviewed rancher and president of NM Cattle Growers, Bronson Corn. They primarily discussed a proposed power line through Eastern New Mexico that could wind up involving use of eminent domain and taking land up to 15 miles wide. Why does this project require so much land? Where is this electricity going? Also, Paul and Bronson discuss New Mexico's proposed "heat rule." The rule which is still being considered would have massive negative impacts on ranchers and would be completely unrealistic for many rural employers. Check out this conversation now!
2025-08-1440 min
The House of Strauss PodcastGetting primaried and Paul GessingGetting primaried and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-08-131h 09Tipping Point New MexicoSimilar Pattern to Problems Facing New MexicoOn this week's conversation Paul and Wally discuss how New Mexico's health care crisis and education crisis (along with other problems facing the state) share similar patterns and how/why the politicians have failed to address things for their own self-interest. Environmental groups say New Mexico's clean fuel standard could worsen environmental issues. Paul and Wally discuss how the situation in Santa Fe highlights problems with NM's capital outlay process. Deb Haaland (or her campaign) had another interesting tweet this week in which she seemingly called out Gov. Lujan Grisham. Channel 7 KOA...
2025-08-1345 minTipping Point New MexicoBernalillo County Economic Development - Marcos GonzalesOn this week's Tipping Point Paul interviews Marcos Gonzales who heads up economic development efforts for Bernalillo County. Marcos and his team are currently hosting a series of public meetings across the county. Paul and Marcos discuss those meetings, the economic development situation and programs within the State and County, and some of the challenges facing the County when it comes to attracting business. You don't want to miss this conversation from an insider's perspective on economic development in New Mexico's most populous county!
2025-08-0743 min
The House of Strauss PodcastWranglers or Levis and Paul GessingWranglers V Levi's and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-08-061h 13Tipping Point New MexicoMLG on Face the Nation, Haaland Attacks Millionaires and Billionaires, Special Session Looms and moreOn this week's podcast Paul and Wally take a closer look at the Gov.'s comments on Face the Nation. MLG rarely gives televised interviews to the NM media, so each conversation with the national media is worth scrutinizing. Even when she says factual things her remarks often make us wonder what about her statements and their accuracy and intent. Paul's opinion piece on New Mexico's film industry and the recession/depression facing it ran in the ABQ Journal recently. Gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland uses some imprecise language to attack "millionaires and billionaires" in a rece...
2025-08-0547 min
KCCC 930AM RadioRio Grande Foundation - Paul GessingPaul Gessing with the Rio Grande Foundation joined us again this month. Topics: Film Industry Recession51st in Education18 & Under Population DeclineBig Beautiful BillSupport the showAired on KCCC 930 AM RADIO and available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Substack, YouTube, and through our website at kccc930am.com.
2025-08-0536 minTipping Point New MexicoBlake Gumprecht - Graduating students who don't deserve to graduate isn't the solution and ought to be a scandalOn this week's interview Paul talks to former Cuba Schools teacher and author of an impactful op-ed Blake Gumprecht. You can read his opinion piece from the Albuquerque Journal here in which he decried the pressure he and other teachers experienced to pass unprepared students along. He also had concerns about the vast gulf between student achievement and graduation rates. Gumprecht and Gessing certainly agree that what is happening in Santa Fe regarding education is unacceptable but don't necessarily agree on solutions. Check out this impactful conversation!
2025-07-3143 min
The House of Strauss PodcastHalf the day on the internet and Paul GessingHalf the day online and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-07-301h 10Tipping Point New MexicoCarter Swanson - Rio Grande Foundation Intern's Observations and PlansOn the latest Tipping Point NM Paul talks to Carter Swanson. Carter has been an intern with the Rio Grande Foundation for over a year. He is heading to Australia to study abroad. Paul and Carter discuss what "the kids" in New Mexico think of free markets and freedom, his educational and career aspirations, and more. If you are concerned about the next generation this episode may alleviate your concerns!
2025-07-2434 min
The House of Strauss PodcastThe Prince of Darkness and Paul GessingThe Prince of Darkness and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-07-231h 09
The House of Strauss PodcastMancandy is back and Paul GessingMancandy is back from Mexico and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-07-161h 09Tipping Point New MexicoNew Mexico is Bad for Business and Good for TouristsAccording to CNBC's "Best States for Business" 2025 report New Mexico is among worst states. That's troubling, but what is really concerning is how fast it has fallen in the report over the past decade. The US Supreme Court lets Trump fire Education Department employees. Is it finally the end for USDOE? The recent Ruidoso flooding is yet another blow to one of New Mexico's prettiest communities. Paul and Wally discuss. Santa Fe tops Travel & Leisure list. Wally and Paul explain why Santa Fe performs well on tourism lists, but not in the data WE car...
2025-07-1548 minTipping Point New MexicoConnor Boyak, Author of the Tuttle Twins books - Reaching Youth with the Ideas of LibertyOn this week's interview Paul talks to Connor Boyak. Connor is founder and president of the Utah-based state think tank Libertas Institute (now the Libertas Network). Though Libertas works on a wide variety of issues Connor is the author of dozens of books and targeted at bringing the ideas of liberty to the next generation. These, particularly the Tuttle Twins series, have been extremely popular including with Paul's own daughters. Conner and Paul discuss these and other ways to reach the youth and ensure that the ideas of liberty do not die with the current generation. Check out this imp...
2025-07-1044 min
The House of Strauss PodcastSuper Speeders and Paul GessingSuper speeders and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-07-091h 10Tipping Point New MexicoBig Beautiful Bill, Renewable Energy Cost, New Mexico's First Billionaire, Sad Education Story and moreOn this week's Tipping Point NM conversation Paul is on vacation in the Washington, DC area with his family, but Paul and Wally discuss the recent passage of the Big Beautiful Bill and what it really means for New Mexicans. They also discuss the broader policies contained in the bill especially the many conservative policy successes. Of course, environmental groups and the wind/solar lobby are upset about eliminating green subsidies. But they also claim to be the cheapest source of electricity. Paul and Wally discuss the reality of the situation. MLG and other New Mexico Democrats are upset about the BB...
2025-07-0842 minTipping Point New MexicoDaniel Chavez - Candidate for Mayor of AlbuquerqueOn this week's interview Paul talks to Albuquerque Mayoral candidate Daniel Chavez. Chavez owns a company that manages parking lots, so Paul and Daniel discuss some of the issues facing that industry. Then they discuss the issues Chavez plans to take on in his campaign including permitting, crime, homelessness, and other critical issues facing the City. Don't miss this important conversation!
2025-07-0335 min
The House of Strauss PodcastEric's tease and Paul GessingEric's tease, audience really knows us, and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-06-271h 06Tipping Point New MexicoGregg Hull - Candidate for Governor of New MexicoOn this week's Tipping Point interview Paul sat down with Rio Rancho Mayor and GOP candidate for Gov. In this discussion Paul and Gregg discuss his major accomplishments as mayor and why those and other experiences in business make him qualified to be New Mexico's next governor. Paul and Gregg also discuss some of the top economic and education policies of the Rio Grande Foundation like the gross receipts tax and school choice and his stances on those critical issues. Tune in!
2025-06-2647 min
Let People ProsperCan New Mexico Find the Freedom to Prosper? With Paul Gessing | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 154🎙️Why does New Mexico, rich in resources and culture, remain poor in economic freedom?That’s the question I explore in this week’s Let People Prosper Show with Paul Gessing, president of the Rio Grande Foundation. Paul brings nearly two decades of insight into New Mexico’s political and economic trends, offering a sobering look at why the state is falling behind and what must change to turn it around.New Mexico has a shrinking population, high poverty, and a growing dependency on government, despite a $61 billion sovereign wealth fund and booming oil revenues. The pr...
2025-06-2646 minTipping Point New MexicoNew Mexico Economy, A Look Backward at Social Security, Deleting Emails at State, ABQ Mayoral CandidatesOn this week's conversation Paul and Wally discuss Paul's recent article highlighting Arizona's superior policies relative to New Mexico's. Matt Mitchell recently gave a talk on economic freedom in NM. Here are his slides and an interview with Bob Clark of KKOB. Social Security could have been solvent with private accounts full of cash if Congress had followed George W. Bush-style reforms 20 years ago. MLG wants to completely delete emails quickly after just 30 days. Albuquerque's Mayoral race is set with 7 candidates. Paul and Wally discuss some best and worst case scenarios.
2025-06-2439 min
The House of Strauss PodcastMarijuana and Paul GessingWhitewashing marijuana and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-06-181h 12
KCCC 930AM RadioRio Grande Foundation - Paul GessingRio Grande Foundation President Paul Gessing talks about the latest Kids Count Data - it's not good for NM, the proposed HEAT Rule and a very important update on electric vehicle mandates. Support the showAired on KCCC 930 AM RADIO and available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Substack, YouTube, and through our website at kccc930am.com.
2025-06-1739 min
The House of Strauss PodcastEric is back and Paul GessingEric is back and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-06-131h 11
The House of Strauss PodcastWork place injuries and Paul GessingWork place injuries and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-06-061h 12Tipping Point New MexicoDoug Peterson - Update on Issues Facing Albuquerque and Commercial Real Estate SectorOn this week's interview Paul sits down with Doug Peterson. Doug is principal of Peterson Properties which is a real estate holding and management company based in Albuquerque. Doug and Paul discuss exploding property tax assessments imposed by Bernalillo County Assessor Damian Lara, the proposed Business Improvement District downtown, and broader issues in New Mexico's commercial real estate sector. You don't want to miss this timely conversation!
2025-06-0544 min
The House of Strauss PodcastLouis Sanchez and Paul GessingLouis Sanchez for mayor and Paul Gessing and a BBQ expert on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-05-301h 13Tipping Point New MexicoHouse Minority Leader, Representative Gail Armstrong - Legislative Session and ChallengesOn this week's interview Paul sits down with New Mexico House Minority Leader Rep. Gail Armstrong. They discuss her rural district and added responsibilities as minority leader. They address the recently-completed legislative session and its challenges. Mostly, Paul and Rep. Armstrong discuss education policy in New Mexico and a recent forum in Albuquerque at which Sen. Mimi Stewart and Armstrong engaged in a discussion over early childhood reading and Mississippi's educational successes. Check out this important conversation!
2025-05-2938 minTipping Point New MexicoUnspent Capital of $6 billion, NPR Reports on Texans Moving Where???, Corruption in NM and morePaul recently sat down with KOAT Channel 7 to discuss New Mexico's $6 billion in unspent capital outlay funds. He discusses why it is an issue and what he believes should be done about it. NPR: left leaning Texans are moving to New Mexico. New Mexico is corrupt, but lack of economic freedom is a primary cause, not the effect. New Mexico's "clean fuel standard" takes another step towards implementation. The US Senate has voted to overturn California's EV mandate (which is what NM is working under). The bill now heads to Trump's des...
2025-05-2743 min
The House of Strauss PodcastCandles and Paul GessingScented candles and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-05-211h 12Tipping Point New MexicoPNM Sale, Biden's Cancer, Woke Okra and moreOn this week's show Paul and Wally begin by discussing breaking news with the potential sale of PNM. They also discuss former President Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis and the fact that this diagnosis was likely known for some time. Santa Fe Public Schools' budget is a massive $46,000 per student next year: RGF appeared in National Review recently. An okra farm received $25,000 from New Mexico taxpayers. Then things got even more interesting. With talks under way in Washington over Medicaid reform New Mexico politicians are "freaking out." Paul and Wally expl...
2025-05-2051 min
The House of Strauss Podcastfires and Paul GessingDid the president accept a $400 million gift and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-05-141h 09Tipping Point New MexicoAlbuquerque Tax Increase Rejected, Las Cruces Update and morePaul was in Las Cruces recently. He gives a brief report about his efforts there and the latest things happening in the City. Paul and Wally also discuss the City's growth potential and economic challenges. Las Cruces is coming after natural gas heating and appliances. Paul recently talked to KOAT TV regarding Gov. MLG's contingency fund and questions about its use. Albuquerque City Council recently considered and rejected a gross receipts tax hike. Paul was in attendance. $3.3 million spent by city of ABQ to renovate apartment steps? As prices drop...
2025-05-0742 minTipping Point New MexicoLatest on New Mexico's Electric Vehicle Situation with Carlos GarciaOn this week's Tipping Point NM interview Paul sits down with Carlos Garcia of Garcia Automotive for an update on New Mexico's electric vehicle situation. What's the latest with the mandate both at the federal and state levels? Did the Legislature do anything? When do 2026 vehicles (43% of which are supposed to be EV's show up on dealer lots?). What's next for EV mandates and car buyers in New Mexico? Also, Carlos and Paul discuss the impact of Trump's tariffs on the auto industry and Elon Musk's fall from grace (with his best customers).
2025-05-0146 min
SuncastEp. 14 - Paul GessingIn this powerful episode of the New Mexico Sun Cast, host Jim Williams sits down with Paul Gessing, President of the Rio Grande Foundation, to unpack the root causes of New Mexico’s most pressing issues—from failing public schools and economic stagnation to outmigration and health care challenges. Gessing, a longtime advocate for free markets and limited government, shares candid insights on the state’s political leadership, missed opportunities in Santa Fe, and practical reforms that could pave the way for a better future. Tune in to hear about the impact of school choice, constitutional liberties, oil revenue mismanagement, and ho...
2025-05-0153 min
The House of Strauss PodcastHospice and Paul GessingBrenda comes in to explain the hospice process and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-04-301h 11Tipping Point New MexicoDems Pick State Party Chair, EV Mandates, Heat Regulations and Renewable Energy NM Democrats pick teachers union official as new state party chairwoman. Paul and Wally discuss the TRUE purpose of NM's government education system. The 2025 legislative session concluded with no action taken on the Gov.'s EV mandates. latest on EV mandates in New Mexico. With the 43% mandate set to kick in soon, what are the latest EV numbers? Paul will be in Las Cruces for two presentations on May 1/2nd. Proposed New Mexico regulations on working in the heat could have a profound impact on some businesses. A recent event in Sant...
2025-04-2937 minTipping Point New MexicoRep. Elaine Sena Cortez introduces herself and wraps up the 2025 legislative sessionOn this week's interview Paul talks to Rep. Elaine Sena Cortez a freshman Republican from Hobbs, NM. Cortez has a unique and compelling story that has led her to the New Mexico Legislature. Paul and Elaine discuss the recent session, some of the bills she sponsored, and her philosophy as a legislator. Sena Cortez is an energetic and exciting person to have in New Mexico's Legislature!
2025-04-2439 min
The House of Strauss PodcastPaul Gessing and more Blue OriginBlue Origin and Paul Gessing on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-04-231h 11Tipping Point New MexicoBlue Origin's Technology Superior to Virgin Galactic's, I-40 is Dangerous Embarrassment, APS Spends $35,384 per StudentWhatever you think of the recent Blue Origin flight, the fact is that Bezos' technology is far superior to Virgin Galactic's. Paul recently traveled to Gallup: I-40 is a dangerous embarrassment to NM. The Albuquerque Public Schools 2025-2026 budget is slated to spend an estimated $35,384 per student. As usual Trever of the Journal nails it with his latest cartoon. 9 candidates have declared for mayor. Paul and Wally discuss the latest details. A big tax hike is quietly moving through ABQ City Council. We can discuss this article which had a di...
2025-04-2244 min
The House of Strauss PodcastFinancial advisor and Paul GessingJason Ayala (financial guru) and Paul Gessing (political guru) on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-04-161h 10Tipping Point New MexicoFire Bomb Suspect Arrested, Governor's Vetoes, Open Primaries and more The GOP HQ fire bomb suspect appears to have been captured. He looks JUST as you'd expect. MLG vetoed two bills in the waning hours of her signing period (we agree with her on both). MLG also ripped Democrat leadership in the Legislature saying of the tax bill "Even more troubling is the fact that what ultimately emerged lack both strategic coherence and fiscal responsibility," the governor added. "There was no plan and no preparation for how to pay for the tax relief in this bill. She also vetoed a lowrider license plate bill and tortill...
2025-04-1547 minTipping Point New MexicoGovernor Signs Bills, Tariff Situation Become Most Important Economic Issue Facing U.S., and Oil Prices DropMLG has until Friday to sign or veto bills that passed this session. She signed a few on Monday. Paul and Wally discuss some of the bills signed. Many of them were not relevant to RGF, but nonetheless will impact the State in important ways. Then, Paul and Wally have a lengthy discussion of the most important economic issue facing our nation, the tariff situation. What does it mean, what are the goals, and how might it turn out in the end for New Mexico and the United States? Crude oil prices have dropped significantly f...
2025-04-0845 minTipping Point New MexicoRealtor Tego Venturi - Housing Market Conditions and Will Bills Passed in Santa Fe Make it Better or WorseOn this week's Tipping Point interview Paul sits down with Tego Venturi, a realtor in Albuquerque. He recently won realtor of the year from the National Association of Realtors. Tego and Paul discuss the local housing market and current conditions in the metro area and then move on to talk about housing legislation and whether the bills being passed (or considered in Santa Fe) would address the housing "crisis." Is the Legislature moving in the right direction or do they need to consider other approaches to addressing housing in New Mexico? Paul and Tego may not agree 100% but this i...
2025-03-2740 minTipping Point New MexicoRecap of Legislative Session, Lobo Basketball, Las Cruces Shooting, What is GATO? and moreOn this week's Tipping Point NM conversation Paul and Wally discuss three timely events: The end of the 2025 60-day legislative session; The Lobos success and subsequent defeat The shooting in Las Cruces which (again) involved young people, even teenagers shooting and killing each other. Much of this episode is dedicated to going through the bills that passed both houses this session. Unfortunately, they are almost universally bad although ONE good bill not only passed both houses, but almost overcame an MLG veto. Finally, Paul had a chance to testify as a...
2025-03-2542 minTipping Point New Mexico692 Matthew Mitchell - Economic Freedom in the Land of EnchantmentOn this week's interview Paul talks to Matthew Mitchell. Matt is Senior Fellow in the Centre for Human Freedom at the Canadian Fraser Institute (a free market think tank). But Matthew WAS with the Rio Grande Foundation many years ago. He is a native New Mexican living in Angel Fire. More importantly, he and Paul have co-authored a new report "Economic Freedom in the Land of Enchantment" which Paul considers the most important policy study the Foundation has ever undertaken. The report has loads of useful information but specifically finds that New Mexico is the ONLY state in the na...
2025-03-2043 minTipping Point New MexicoThe Homestretch for the Legislature plus Economic Freedom Report for New MexicoWith less than a week left in the session, Paul and Wally discuss the latest from Santa Fe. Specifically, Paul and Wally discuss SB 176 and the fact that reforms like it to address NM's medical malpractice laws have been slowed thanks to the trial attorneys. In a huge win for businesses and taxpayers paid leave died over the weekend. HB 14, a mediocre bill goes bad. What's the latest on the Freedom Index? A new report by Rio Grande Foundation and the Fraser Institute finds that New Mexico is the only state in...
2025-03-1854 minTipping Point New MexicoUpdate from the Legislature, Alcohol Tax Tabled, Modification of EV Rules Rejected and more Paul and Wally discuss the latest on HB 11, formerly known as Paid Family & Medical Leave. A bill to raise alcohol taxes died in committee (HB 417). Are alcohol taxes dead for the session? Speaking of which, the tax bill is/could be the biggest bill yet to drop this session. It could STILL include this and other tax policies and be rammed through by session end. Democrats in the House Energy Committee rejected another opportunity to reform EV rules by overturning MLG's mandate. Bipartisan support for a Medicaid Trust Fund? What does it mean? ...
2025-03-1142 minTipping Point New MexicoWhy tax reform is needed in New Mexico, The relative economic harm of different taxes, Why the Gross Receipts Tax is so Unique (Bad)This week's "interview" is a little different. This week Paul and Wally talk taxes. What is their purpose? Why are they such a priority right now for the Rio Grande Foundation? Which taxes do more or less economic harm? Why is the GRT such a "unique" issue here in New Mexico? Paul is doing a more thorough presentation on taxes in New Mexico at an event THIS Saturday. You can find out more here.
2025-03-0628 minTipping Point New Mexico687 Paid Leave Bill Advances, The Process in Santa Fe Stinks, Freedom Index and moreOn this week's conversation Paul and Wally discuss the latest on the newly renamed paid leave bill and other issues in the Legislature. How are things looking in terms of the Freedom Index? Paul recently wrote a blog post that was picked up by the Santa Fe New Mexican that the process in Santa Fe stinks. MLG plans a special session to deal with Trump cuts, but Medicaid is in dire need of reform. What does it all mean?: Paul will be discussing tax reform at an event this weekend w/ AFP...
2025-03-0445 minTipping Point New MexicoLatest From Roundhouse, Free Speech Attack, Governor Candidates and morePaul and Wally share the latest from the Roundhouse. Paid Family Leave is revised and heading for the House floor. HB 417 a revised alcohol tax of 6% has passed through the House Tax Committee on partisan lines. Free speech is under attack in Santa Fe: https://errorsofenchantment.com/new-mexico-s-b-85-a-legally-dubious-speech-chilling-proposal/ In a bit of good news SB 4 (net zero) was tabled in the Senate Finance Committee. RGF's president had an article in National Review about the disaster that would be Deb Haaland as Gov. of New Mexico. Former Las Cruces Mayor may run for Gov. He says he's...
2025-02-2549 minTipping Point New MexicoSarah Hetemi - State Director of Americans for ProsperityPaul recently sat down with Americans for Prosperity's new state director for New Mexico Sarah Hetemi.They discuss what AFP does and is doing here in New Mexico especially during the ongoing legislative session (and how you can help) as well as what their plans are nationally in terms of issues like the Trump tax cuts and education choice. Paul and Sarah then move on to discuss Sarah's personal journey from Norway to Alaska and now to New Mexico. AFP is one of the Rio Grande Foundation's most important partner organizations. You don't want to miss this co...
2025-02-2037 minTipping Point New MexicoA Discussion of DOGE with Philip K. HowardOn this week's interview Paul talks to return guest, author, and commentator Philip K. Howard about DOGE. For advocates of limited government DOGE is the most exciting effort to cut wasteful spending and bring functionality to the federal government that we have seen since at least the Grace Commission during the Reagan Administration. Howard and Gessing have a robust discussion of DOGE and numerous aspects of its mission and activities so far. They address whether Congress will go along with DOGE, whether there are more effective potential ways to streamline government, and whether this effort will ultimately succeed. More info...
2025-02-1342 min
KCCC 930AM RadioRio Grande Foundation - Paul GessingWe speak with a regular guest, Paul Gessing. Paul is the President of the Rio Grande Foundation. A non-profit by partisan organization holding our elected officials in NM accountable. Today we talk: NM's massive budgetFormer UNM Coach MendenhallFuture RV Sales in NMetc. Support the showAired on KCCC 930 AM RADIO and available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Substack, YouTube, and through our website at kccc930am.com.
2024-12-1936 min
KCCC 930AM RadioPaul Gessing - Rio Grande FoundationWe speak with Rio Grande Foundation President Paul Gessing on the Tuesday before election day.We talk: General Obliation BondsConstitutional AmendmentsLegislative Tweetand much more. Support the showAired on KCCC 930 AM RADIO and available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Substack, YouTube, and through our website at kccc930am.com.
2024-10-2935 minKCCC 930AM RadioPaul Gessing - Rio Grande Foundation September 2024We interview Paul Gessing with the Rio Grande Foundation and he has some interesting things to say about our state and the proposed plastic ban ordinance by Carlsbad City Council. Support the showAired on KCCC 930 AM RADIO and available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Substack, YouTube, and through our website at kccc930am.com.
2024-09-0324 minKCCC 930AM RadioPaul Gessing - Rio Grande FoundationInterview with Paul Gessing with the Rio Grande Foundation in New Mexico. He keeps us updated on state politics. It's a nasty business and here at KCCC 930AM we don't like it very much, but it is important. That's why we turn to the Rio Grande Foundation to keep us information. Support the showAired on KCCC 930 AM RADIO and available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Substack, YouTube, and through our website at kccc930am.com.
2024-07-1631 minKCCC 930AM RadioRio Grande Foundation - Paul GessingWe speak with our State expert Paul Gessing with the Rio Grande Foundation. Great conversation about LNG, electric vehicles, State Legislature and more. Support the showAired on KCCC 930 AM RADIO and available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Substack, YouTube, and through our website at kccc930am.com.
2024-04-3035 min
No Doubt About ItEpisode 56: The New Mexico EV Fiasco Is Coming Right To You with Paul GessingOur exclusive chat with Paul Gessing of the Rio Grande Foundation is an absolute must-listen for anyone curious about the inner workings of New Mexico's economic landscape. Gessing pulls no punches in laying bare the threats posed by current policies, while also illuminating pathways to improvement and growth. A significant segment of our discussion orbits around the dramatic push towards Electric Vehicles (EVs) in New Mexico, a move championed by Governor Lujan Grisham. The implications are vast and to be frank not good; from environmental impacts to the strain on the electricity grid, the fallout on car d...
2023-11-3047 min