Shows
AZ PoliticastConor O'Callaghan Enters the First District Race for CongressAZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein talks with Conor O'Callaghan, the newest entrant in the state's First Congressional District Democratic primary. A first-time candidate, O'Callaghan explains why he's running, why the district is meaningful to him, and why the issue of immigration is so personal.2023-08-0418 min
AZ PoliticastTransportation Sales Tax Extension Will Go to VotersAZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein talks with Mesa Mayor John Giles about the legislature's action--after an unprecedented break from the Capitol--that will give voters the opportunity in November of 2024 to decide whether to extend the Prop 400 sales tax to fund transportation projects in Maricopa County.2023-08-0208 min
AZ PoliticastMatt Grodsky on Successful Political StrategiesAZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein welcomes Matt Grodsky of Matters of State Strategies. Grodsky was a key part of the team behind Adrian Fontes' successful Secretary of State campaign. Grodsky is also the author of Righteous Might: How Democrats Turned Arizona Blue and How You Can Flip Your Battleground State.2023-06-2913 min
AZ PoliticastCenter for the Future of Arizona's Sybil FrancisAZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein welcomes Sybil Francis, CEO and President of Center for the Future of Arizona, the "Do" Tank on the verge of celebrating its 20th anniversary. The conversation touches on the importance of CFA's Arizona We Want and Arizona Voters Agenda surveys and how Francis' own perceptions of Arizona have changed over her two decades in the state.2023-06-2722 min
Save Democracy AZThird Way on Electoral ReformOn this edition of the Save Democracy podcast, Host Steve Goldstein talks with Third Way co-founder Matt Bennett about the importance of electoral reform and why Arizona is a great proving ground.2023-06-2312 min
AZ PoliticastAdrian Fontes on election security and leadershipAZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein welcomes Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes for a conversation about election security, preserving democracy, and leadership.2023-06-1916 min
Goldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 83: Panthers Fall To Golden Knights In Game 5Host Steve Goldstein wraps up the Stanley Cup Finals after the Panthers fall to the Golden Knights in game 5.
2023-06-1412 min
Save Democracy AZWill American Voters Look to Bipartisanship in the 2024 Campaign?Save Democracy Host Steve Goldstein talks about bipartisanship and national election reform with C. Owen Paepke, author of The Purple Presidency 2024: How Voters Can Reclaim the White House for Bipartisan Governance.2023-06-1216 min
AZ PoliticastMarlene Galan-Woods Runs for Office for the First TimeAZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein speaks with Marlene Galan-Woods, longtime journalist, about her initial run for office in the First Congressional District's Democratic primary. Galan-Woods weighs in on immigration, the economy, and how she's different from her former television colleague--Kari Lake.2023-06-0615 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 82: Stanley Cup Finals PreviewHost Steve Goldstein previews the Stanley Cup Finals, which will have the Panthers facing the Vegas Golden Knights in a best-of-7 series when things kick off on Saturday, June 3rd.
2023-06-0214 min
AZ PoliticastIs the Arizona Coyotes' Future in the Valley on Thin Ice?AZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein checks in with PHNX Arizona Coyotes beat writer Craig Morgan, who has covered the team for more than 20 years. With Tempe voters rejecting a plan to build an arena for the Coyotes in that city, Morgan explains how team management reacted and what could be next.2023-05-3011 min
AZ PoliticastMayor John Giles on Supporting Transportation and Proposition 400AZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein learns why Mesa Mayor John Giles believes that extending the Proposition 400 sales tax is so important to Maricopa County's future--and why former Governor Ducey's veto of a bill to send the extension to voters last year was so surprising and disappointing.2023-05-2513 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 81: Panthers Advance to Stanley Cup FinalsHost Steve Goldstein talks about the contributions that led to the Panthers' game 4 win over the Carolina Hurricanes, which sends them to the Stanley Cup Finals for the second time in franchise history.
2023-05-2514 min
AZ PoliticastIt's Not Personal, It's Politics #3AZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein explains how "benches" work for political parties, and how the system, parties, and candidates could be helped by adopting trades like we see when pro sports teams swap players.2023-05-2402 min
AZ PoliticastIt's Not Personal, It's Politics #2AZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein comments on Kari Lake's upcoming book, how politicians utilize new books as part of connecting with voters, and whether Senator Kyrsten Sinema should write one about her career in D.C.2023-05-2403 min
AZ PoliticastIt's Not Personal, It's Politics #1AZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein explains why pragmatism may be the key for Democrats looking to oust incumbent Representative David Schweikert from Congress. (in the full episode of AZ Politicast, this follows Steve's conversation with Democratic congressional candidate Andrei Cherny).2023-05-2402 min
AZ PoliticastIs Blake Masters the GOP's Best U.S. Senate Choice in Arizona?AZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein talks with Jon Gabriel, Editor in Chief of Ricochet.com about why Gabriel wrote a column highlighting Blake Masters as the best option for the GOP in Arizona's 2024 U.S. Senate battle. And, Steve will advocate for the political parties making trades--like the kind you'd see in pro sports.2023-05-2414 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 80: Panthers Defeat Canes in Game 1 Quadruple OT ThrillerHost Steve Goldstein discusses the Panthers' quadruple OT win over the Hurricanes in game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. He also talks about Sergei Bobrovsky's stellar play as of late.
2023-05-1912 min
AZ PoliticastRobert Draper on Arizona's connections to January 6, 2021AZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein talks with bestselling author and New York Times Magazine reporter Robert Draper about Representatives Andy Biggs and Paul Gosar and Arizona's connections to the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol. You'll also hear what Steve thinks of Kari Lake's upcoming book--and why Senator Kyrsten Sinema should write one, too.2023-05-1913 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 79: Goldie Previews Game 1 of Eastern Conference FinalsHost Steve Goldstein gives a preview of game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, which has the Panthers visiting the Carolina Hurricanes.
2023-05-1811 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 78: Panthers Advance To Eastern Conference FinalHost Steve Goldstein recaps Nick Cousins’ game 5 OT winner over the Leafs and discusses what made the Panthers successful during the 2nd round.
2023-05-1311 min
AZ PoliticastAndrei Cherny tries to move from CEO to CongressmanAZ Politicast Host Steve Goldstein welcomes the youngest presidential speechwriter in U.S. history and former Aspiration CEO Andrei Cherny to ask why he's making a congressional run in Arizona's First District. Cherny also explains how he's changed as a political candidate, considering two prior runs that saw him fall short to Doug Ducey and Kyrsten Sinema.2023-05-0822 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 77: Panthers Take Commanding Lead Over LeafsHost Steve Goldstein recaps the recent stretch of wins by the Panthers over the Leafs in the 2nd round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, as well as the underrated performances by several key players.
2023-05-0810 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 76: Panthers Advance to Round 2Host Steve Goldstein discusses the Panthers 1st-round playoff series against the Bruins, as well as their game 1 win against the Maple Leafs.
2023-05-0312 min
Save Democracy AZOregon's Effort to Open Its PrimariesSave Democracy Host Steve Goldstein finds out about Oregon's efforts to open up its currently closed primaries. Michael Calcagno, President of All Oregon Votes, is Steve's guest.2023-04-2111 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 75: Panthers Vying For Wild Card SpotHost Steve Goldstein discusses the various potential paths to the playoffs for the Panthers, as well as their play as of late.
2023-04-0515 min
Save Democracy AZWould Open Primaries Increase Voter Turnout?Save Democracy Host Steve Goldstein finds out about new research from the Bipartisan Policy Center that looks into ways of increasing voter turnout in primary elections. Michael Thorning of BPC is the guest and the lead on the report "2022 Primary Turnout: Trends and Lessons for Boosting Participation."2023-03-2212 min
Save Democracy AZHow the Academy Awards Use Ranked-Choice VotingThe Academy Awards honor the best in filmmaking every year, and the award that is arguably the most prestigious--for the best movie--is determined by ranked-choice voting. Save Democracy Host Steve Goldstein talks with Will Mantell of fairvote.org about how the Oscars may provide direction for some election reforms.2023-03-1009 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 74: Playoff Push Underway For PanthersHost Steve Goldstein discusses Anthony Duclair's potential return and what it could mean for the Panthers' lines as they look to make a playoff push with 22 games remaining.
2023-02-2211 min
Save Democracy AZHas the Top Two Primary Led to More Problem-Solvers in California Politics?Save Democracy Host Steve Goldstein explores election reform with University of Southern California Political Scientist and Professor Christian Grose, as Grose explains the impact of California's Top Two Primary on legislation and problem-solving by elected officials. 2023-02-2210 min
Save Democracy AZHow MLB Writers Use Ranked-Choice Voting for Annual AwardsSave Democracy host Steve Goldstein catches up with legendary baseball writer Jayson Stark to learn more about how he and his colleagues use a form of ranked choice voting to pick the sport's annual award winners in categories like Most Valuable Player and Cy Young.2023-02-1709 min
Save Democracy AZJohn Opdycke on primary reformJohn Opdycke, President of Open Primaries, talks with Steve Goldstein about how passion for election reform is as strong as he's ever seen it and the time for states to act is now.2023-01-3111 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 73: Solid January Keeps Panthers In Playoff HuntHost Steve Goldstein recaps the last month of hockey for the Panthers, who had a relatively strong showing in January, keeping them in the hunt for a playoff spot.
2023-01-3110 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 72: Panthers Approach Holiday Break With UncertaintyAs the Panthers approach the holiday break, host Steve Goldstein discusses the struggles and obstacles they've faced through just over a third of the season.
2022-12-2113 min
Save Democracy AZSinema becomes an independent--what would a three-way race in 2024 look like?On this edition of the Save Democracy AZ podcast, Host Steve Goldstein finds out what longtime political analyst Chris Herstam thinks of Senator Kyrsten Sinema's decision to leave the Democratic Party. Herstam also offers historical perspective on Arizona's infamous 1986 three-way battle for Governor that led to Evan Mecham winning the election and putting the state in a precarious position.2022-12-1210 min
Save Democracy AZWho Are the Independent Voters?The number of independent voters continues to grow, and their impact was felt in a massive way in Arizona--as what was expected to be an extremely successful 2022 for the GOP didn't turn out that way in statewide races. Save Democracy host Steve Goldstein learns more from Thom Reilly, co-author of The Independent Voter.2022-12-0612 min
Save Democracy AZWould Different Nominees Have Led to Different Election Results in Arizona?For our inaugural edition of the Save Democracy AZ podcast, host Steve Goldstein asks HighGround's Chuck Coughlin about whether different Republican nominees would have led to the GOP winning more races in 2022. And, Coughlin offers insights on how changes to Arizona's party primaries could have given voters better options.2022-12-0210 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 71: Panthers, Without Ekblad, Off To Solid StartHost Steve Goldstein gives his thoughts on the Panthers' play after the first 6 games of the season, 3 of which have been played without the services of defenseman Aaron Ekblad.
2022-10-2510 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 70: Panthers Kick Off Training Camp for 2022-23 SeasonHost Steve Goldstein discusses the latest surrounding the Panthers as they kicked off training camp this week for the 2022-23 NHL season.
2022-09-2415 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 69: Panthers Acquire Matthew TkachukHost Steve Goldstein gives his thoughts on the late-night, blockbuster trade that sent Jonathan Huberdeau and MacKenzie Weegar to the Calgary Flames for Matthew Tkachuk.
2022-07-2518 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 68: Sharks’ Likely GM Hire Has South Florida TiesHost Steve Goldstein discusses the several Panthers and South Florida ties to rumored San Jose Sharks GM hire Mike Grier.
2022-07-0506 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 67: Panthers Hire Paul Maurice As Head CoachHost Steve Goldstein discusses some of the latest news surrounding the Panthers, including the hiring of Paul Maurice as Head Coach and the off-season injury to Anthony Duclair.
2022-07-0111 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 66: Early Off-Season Under Way For PanthersHost Steve Goldstein discusses the Panthers' early playoff exit and what to expect from the off-season which is now well under way.
2022-06-1110 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 65: Panthers To Face Capitals In Round 1Host Steve Goldstein previews the Panthers' 1st-round playoff matchup against the Washington Capitals, which is set to get underway on Tuesday night at FLA Live Arena.
2022-05-0212 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 64: Panthers clinch Atlantic Division, Eastern Conference titlesHost Steve Goldstein discusses the Panthers clinching the Atlantic Division and Eastern Conference titles, their recent play, and the overall outlook as the team nears the playoffs.
2022-04-2310 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 63: Cats Earn Wins Over Buffalo, NashvilleHost Steve Goldstein discusses the last 2 games for the Panthers, which saw them defeat the Sabres 4-3 and the Predators 4-1, as well as possible playoff matchups and lines.
2022-04-1113 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 62: Comeback, Cardiac Cats Strike AgainHost Steve Goldstein discusses the Panthers' incredible multi-goal comebacks in the last week against the Devils and Maple Leafs as the team gears up for the playoffs.
2022-04-0714 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 61: Giroux, Chiarot Bolster Panthers RosterHost Steve Goldstein discusses the Panthers moves at the trade deadline, the ramifications of the injury to Aaron Ekblad, and how seamlessly new players have stepped into the lineup.
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2022-03-2313 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 60: Panthers Back On Track After Regulation LossesHost Steve Goldstein discusses some of the adversity the Panthers have faced so far in the second half and what they may look to do as the trade deadline approaches.
2022-03-0416 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 59: Panthers Carry Solid Play Into New YearHost Steve Goldstein discusses the Panthers' success this season as they enter the 2022 calendar year near the top of the league in most categories.
2022-01-1112 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 58: Panthers Continue To Bank Points, WinsHost Steve Goldstein talks about the Panthers' recent road trip and upcoming home games as a third of their regular season schedule is already complete.
2021-12-1411 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 57: Panthers Get Off To Hot StartHost Steve Goldstein discusses the Panthers' hot start to the 2021-22 season, including Anton Lundell's first 4 NHL games and the goaltending tandem of Sergei Bobrovsky and Spencer Knight.
2021-10-2210 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 56: Preseason Enters Final WeekHost Steve Goldstein discusses various happenings around the Panthers as they gear up to start the regular season on Thursday, October 14th.
2021-10-0412 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 55: Panthers Kick Off New SeasonHost Steve Goldstein discusses the Panthers' roster as they kick off training camp and the preseason.
2021-09-2813 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 54: Panthers, Zito Busy Tweaking RosterHost Steve Goldstein recaps some of the Panthers' off-season news, including the trade for Sam Reinhart and new contracts for Sam Bennett, Anthony Duclair, and Carter Verhaeghe. Goldstein also discusses the current state of the Panthers' roster and how it's shaping up heading into next season.
2021-08-0120 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 53: Playoffs UpdateHost Steve Goldstein gives an update on the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs, focusing on the dominance of the Tampa Bay Lightning, and takes another look back at the the Panthers' first-round matchup with them.
2021-06-2211 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 52: Offseason BluesHost Steve Goldstein discusses the various things going on around the league during the Panthers' offseason, including the third round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the upcoming expansion draft.
2021-06-1813 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 51: Panthers Fall To Lightning In 6 GamesHost Steve Goldstein discusses why the Panthers fell short against the defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning and what it means for the team moving forward.
2021-05-2814 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 50: Panthers Make The PlayoffsHost Steve Goldstein discusses the end of the Panthers' regular season as they get ready to face their cross-state rivals, the Tampa Bay Lightning, in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
2021-05-1213 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 49: Panthers Clinch Playoff SpotHost Steve Goldstein discusses the performance of newcomer Sam Bennett and the smarts of the Panthers' front office after the team clinched a playoff spot with a 7-4 win over the Nashville Predators.
2021-04-2912 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 48: Panthers' Regular Season Enters Final MonthHost Steve Goldstein discusses the Central Division standings, the signing of NCAA free agent Matt Kiersted, and the play of Gustav Forsling as the Panthers' regular season enters its final month.
2021-04-0410 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 47: Panthers Excelling Halfway Through 2021 SeasonHost Steve Goldstein evaluates the Panthers' play through the first half of the shortened 2021 season.
2021-03-0911 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 46: Panthers Defeat Blackhawks Twice To Open SeasonHost Steve Goldstein evaluates the Panthers' play as they opened the season with 2 wins over the Chicago Blackhawks.
2021-01-2214 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 45: Panthers Training Camp UnderwayHost Steve Goldstein discusses the Panthers roster, lineup, and AHL affiliate as they kick off a quick 2-week training camp.
2021-01-0817 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 44: NHL, Panthers Close To ReturnHost Steve Goldstein previews the Panthers' roster and lines as the NHL appears to be close to a return to play as soon as early January.
2020-12-1914 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 43: Offseason ChatterHost Steve Goldstein discusses some of the Panthers' hirings and other news as the team looks forward to potentially hitting the ice again in 2021.
2020-11-2313 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 42: Pierre McGuire, Mike Modano Talk Bubble Hockey, PlayoffsHost Steve Goldstein chats with NBC analyst Pierre McGuire and Hall of Fame forward Mike Modano about hockey in the bubble, the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs, and more.
2020-09-2716 minGoldie On Ice PodcastEpisode 41: Panthers Deal Matheson, Sceviour to Penguins for HornqvistHost Steve Goldstein discusses Bill Zito's first trade as general manager of the Panthers: Mike Matheson and Colton Sceviour to the Penguins for veteran Patric Hornqvist.
2020-09-2611 min