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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The Oak Flat mining battle isn't over. What's n...
Arizona's Oak Flat is sacred to the San Carlos Apache Tribe. Resolution Copper wants to mine it. Republic reporter Deb Krol explains the case.
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Lawmakers were just expelled in Arizona and Ten...
Three lawmakers in the U.S. have been expelled this month. The Gaggle podcast dissects differences between what happened in Tennessee and in Arizona.
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Deja vu? 2 Democratic governors navigate GOP ma...
Is it deja vu? Gov. Hobbs' first 100 days reflect the divided government of 20-plus years ago. Dennis Burke, Janet Napolitano's former co-chief of staff, joins The Gaggle.
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What is being done to address Phoenix's homeles...
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2024 Senate race in Arizona: A first look at th...
Eyes are already on the 2024 Senate race in Arizona. The Gaggle is joined by a political expert to analyze potential candidates for the seat.
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Why Arizona is part of growing third party wave...
As a swing state, Arizona is more ready for an independent candidate. New parties also are coming into the state. How will this all affect elections?
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'We have to come together,' says Congressman J...
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New election cycle, same denialism? Here's how...
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BONUS: District 6 runoff election debate
Running to replace Councilman Sal DiCiccio are Sam Stone and Kevin Robinson.
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BONUS: District 8 runoff election debate
Councilman Carlos Garcia is defending his seat against challenger Kesha Hodge Washington
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Breaking down the details of Phoenix City Counc...
Voters in Phoenix City Council districts 6 and 8 will cast ballots March 14 for: Kevin Robinson, Sam Stone, Carlos Garcia or Kesha Hodge Washington.
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Republicans highlight immigration, border secur...
Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy visited Cochise County with Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Ariz., and others to spotlight Arizona-Mexico border issues.
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Kansas and Michigan offer lessons for Democrati...
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How much is the Super Bowl worth to the host?
Super Bowl 57 is projected to bring hundreds of millions of dollars to Arizona, but a lot went into preparing for it. Is the big game worth it?
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Clashing political styles: We compare Sen. Kyrs...
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Arizonans setting the tone for a split Congress
This week on The Gaggle podcast, political experts debate what a hyper-partisan Congress could mean for citizens, and how Arizona’s congressional delegation is helping set the tone.
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There's enough blame to go around. But Rio Verd...
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A breakdown of Gov. Hobbs' first State of the S...
Democrat Governor Katie Hobbs set the tone for her first year in office. Some applauded. Some walked out. The Gaggle analyzes her State of the State.
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Abortion, inflation, school funding. What's in ...
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Happy Holidays from The Gaggle
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Arizona's roses, thorns and buds: A 2022 retros...
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'State's image has never been stronger': Ducey ...
Governor Doug Ducey entered office at a turbulent time. His tenure included a teacher-led revolt at the state Capitol for higher wages and a pandemic.
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Undocumented students now get in-state tuition,...
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A chaotic coda to the 2022 midterms
Republicans say it wasn't fair. Officials say it was fair, just not perfect. Here's what's still going on with the midterm election in Arizona.
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Happy Thanksgiving from The Gaggle
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