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 state politics reporter Mary Jo Pitzl. You can find them on social media at @ronaldjhansen and @maryjpitzl.
Amanda Luberto is the producer of the show.
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GOP and Gallego wins prove Arizona's purple in ...
Yes, Republicans won big in Arizona. But don't call it a red wave, really.
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OPINION: How did Election Night 2024 go? The Ed...
Opinion columnists Phil Boas and Greg Moore discuss the results of the 2024 election
20 min
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Arizona: the ultimate purple state
Split nearly down the middle in most races, Arizona proves to be one of the most important swing states in the nation on election night 2024.
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How do we get election results?
Some states know right away, but election results in Arizona take days. Here's why it's actually a good thing and what we're doing to help it.
22 min
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How do you win Arizona?
Gaining Arizona's vote revolves around 2 key pillars. The Gaggle talk with campaign strategists from both sides about the game plan to win the state.
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BONUS: Q&A with Maricopa County Board of Superv...
The Gaggle sits down with Kate Brophy McGee and Daniel Valenzuela, nominees for Maricopa County Board of Supervisors district 3
21 min
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Border security is on the ballot this year for ...
All eyes are on the border this election, but Arizonans actually get to vote on it. The Gaggle talks Prop 314 and the politics of border security.
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OPINION: Who won the Kari Lake-Ruben Gallego de...
Phil Boas and Greg Moore discuss the debate between Kari Lake (R) and Ruben Gallego (D)
22 min
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BONUS: Q&A with CD1 candidate Amish Shah
The Gaggle talks with Amish Shah on why he should represent Congressional District 1
10 min
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A cheat sheet to your 2024 propositions
Abortion, immigration and workers tips are all on the 2024 ballot for Arizonans. The Gaggle simplifies the biggest propositions.
21 min
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BONUS: Q&A with Maricopa County Board of Superv...
The Gaggle sits down with Joel Navarro and Mark Stewart, nominees for Maricopa County Board of Supervisors district 1
33 min
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BONUS: Q&A with Maricopa County Recorder nomine...
The Gaggle asks Tim Stringham why voters should choose him for the next Maricopa County recorder
15 min
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8 key districts could determine the Arizona Leg...
Democrats are on the precipice of flipping the Legislature for the first time in decades. The Gaggle breaks down which districts hold the power.
22 min
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BONUS: Q&A with CD6 candidates Juan Ciscomani a...
The Gaggle asks both candidates for Congressional District 6 the same set of questions
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BONUS: Q&A with Kamala Harris' senior advisor, ...
The Gaggle asks what Harris' plan is for Arizona
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BONUS: Arizona Corporation Commission candidate...
The Gaggle airs the full Arizona Corporation Commission debate between candidates
56 min
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4 propositions that could change voting in Arizona
Arizona voters have the chance to possibly change elections procedures in the state.
15 min
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BONUS: Q&A with Mesa mayoral candidates Mark Fr...
The Gaggle asks both candidates for Mesa mayor the same set of questions
25 min
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2 Congressional races in Arizona could define t...
These Arizona races weren't usually in the national spotlight. But redistricting has made CD1 and CD6 some of the most competitive in the country.
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Harris & Trump know they need Arizona's vote
They know abortion, immigration and election denialism matter to voters. The Gaggle dissects how the Presidential candidates need Arizona to win.
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Ideological divide and a fight for the center's...
For the first time in 5 elections, Arizonans can pick between two new Senate candidates. The Gaggle explains why the Gallego-Lake race is a big deal.
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Yes, you need to prove your citizenship to vote...
The Gaggle's Election Dissection series unpacks what you need to know about registering to vote and how to prove your citizenship
22 min
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4 key races on your 2024 ballot that you really...
The 2024 presidential race is getting the most attention, but Maricopa County voters have these very important down ballot races to consider.
21 min
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Why Mesa's mayoral race is one to watch in the ...
A former mayor and a Mormon descendent: The Gaggle analyzes Scott Smith and Mark Freeman in the 2024 Mesa mayoral race.
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What the stock market crash means for Arizonans
The Gaggle sits down with President Biden's economic advisor to hash out how Arizona is fairing economically
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