The Gaggle: An Arizona politics podcast
Helping you keep up with what matters in Arizona's political news. Each week we interview politicians, public figures or journalists to break down one local issue and how it affects your life in Arizona.
Coming to you every Wednesday morning, The Gaggle is hosted by The Arizona Republic's national political reporter Ron Hansen and produced by Amanda Luberto.
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Talking to Beto O'Rourke about his run for pres...
The Democratic presidential candidate doubled down on his statements about taking away Americans' assault rifles.
21 min
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BONUS: Interview with Steve Bullock, the Montan...
16 min
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BONUS: An interview with Vice President Mike Pe...
Vice President Mike Pence visited Arizona to support Sen. Martha McSally and responded to the Ukraine controversy
12 min
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Where does Arizona's Congressional Delegation s...
A member-by-member breakdown, plus the political implications for each.
19 min
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How a ruling on LGBT wedding invitations could ...
A recent Arizona Supreme Court decision could have broad impacts
24 min
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Three Arizonans have gotten sick from vaping. W...
Arizona if officially part of the outbreak
28 min
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All about your new Arizona Supreme Court justic...
What you need to know about controversial, conservative prosecutor
16 min
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You may get to vote on legalizing marijuana in ...
A ballot measure could be up for a vote in 2020.
20 min
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Joe Arpaio tells us why he's running for Marico...
Joe Arpaio, 87, is running for Maricopa County sheriff again. Before losing his position in 2016 to democrat Paul Penzone, Arpaio was Sheriff for 24 years.
30 min
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Teachers accused of sex misconduct: How Arizona...
We reviewed more than 180 allegations of teacher sexual misconduct from the past four years
21 min
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One year after John McCain's death exploring th...
Why is McCain still a central character in American politics? Hear from two advisers close to the McCain family about his legacy.
21 min
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What the Hacienda HealthCare scandal tells us a...
A new Republic investigation reveals information you need to know if you have a loved one in a care facility.
26 min
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Senate candidate Mark Kelly discusses Arizona i...
He is expected to the Democratic nominee to challenge Republican Sen. Martha McSally.
28 min
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How the national Democratic party plans to turn...
We talked with DNC Chair Tom Perez
24 min
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What to know: Phoenix's August election could e...
Props 105 and 106 could greatly limit city services.
22 min
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What is Arizona doing about migrant housing fac...
Phoenix is on the short-list of cities that might receive a new facility to house migrant children. Are we ready?
25 min
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How have Arizona wildfires changed over the years?
Firefighting tactics have changed. Here's what you need to know
17 min
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What you need to know about police shootings ac...
In 2018, police shootings hit record levels in Phoenix. Reporters investigated the state's police shootings and found the trend extends across Arizona.
22 min
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Why Arizona will probably legalize recreational...
As political figures and public attitudes soften toward marijuana, legalization may not be far off.
16 min
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Should your local lawmakers be allowed to block...
That's what happened to one Gaggle listener.
26 min
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How two surprising new Phoenix City Council mem...
The new District 5 and District 8 leaders, Betty Guardado and Carlos Garcia respectively, aren't your typical council members.
18 min
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How the new Arizona state budget will affect yo...
RedForEd, online shopping and more
21 min
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7 questions with presidential candidate Julian ...
We ask about health care, immigration and more
15 min
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Could a California billionaire lower your APS r...
Why a California billionaire is fighting APS. Plus, tips on how you could lower your APS bill.
19 min
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How Gov. Ducey's Arizona Supreme Court choices ...
Gov. Doug Ducey will soon have appointed five of the seven Arizona Supreme Court Justices. That affects you.
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