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 reporters Ron Hansen and Stephanie Murray, and is produced by Amanda Luberto.
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Surprise is at the center of the nation's big i...
Data centers, Flock cameras and ICE detention centers have landed Surprise, Arizona, in the center of national arguments. Here's how that happened.
23 min
2
What the Arizona lieutenant governor picks tell...
Arizona is getting a new position of lieutenant governor. Hear what experts say their choices tells us about both of their chances to win in November.
25 min
3
How America’s culture wars took over everyday life
Even with the war in Iran, gas prices and more, the most political topic seems to be the culture war. The Gaggle looks at how we got to this place.
34 min
4
Could Democrats finally flip the Arizona legisl...
Republicans have controlled the Arizona legislature for nearly 35 years. These contested races could help Democrats finally win it.
23 min
5
Politics is turning to AI and influencers for y...
Politicians and campaigns are having to adapt to new ways to grab voters' attention. The Gaggle talks with experts about AI and political influence.
40 min
6
What happened on primary election night 2026
Republican Andy Biggs and other Trump-aligned candidates take home nominations on primary night 2026. The Gaggle breaks down the races to come.
23 min
7
How to watch the primaries like a pro
With the Arizona primary election just days away, political experts join The Gaggle to break down key races and the big unknowns.
32 min
8
Flock cameras: surveillance or safety?
Do Flock cameras invade the privacy of drivers or promote safety? The debate is firing up City Council meetings in Chandler, South Tucson and other Arizona cities.
20 min
9
BONUS: The Republicans running for Arizona Gove...
Congressmen Schweikert and Biggs are hoping Republican voters will pick them to challenge Gov Hobbs this November. The Gaggle compares the candidates.
16 min
10
How Arizonans are feeling about America
Some say the US has never been better, some say it's never been worse. Either way, Arizonans, tired of the divide, reflect on 250th anniversary.
21 min
11
Outspoken: Black people had difficult choices t...
Black Bostonians chose sides in the conflict based on which army was more likely to grant them freedom
14 min
12
How Trump's economy is affecting Arizona's tourism
The tiny town of Tusayan is economically dependent on Grand Canyon visitors. But rising prices and Trump's global moves have turned off tourists.
42 min
13
Outspoken: Meet the Revolution's artists, spies...
Art historian Zara Anishanslin's work highlights the contributions of women, enslaved people and immigrants to the American Revolution.
17 min
14
Outspoken: This is what inspired colonists to r...
Americans are still wrestling with the compromises made in the Declaration, such as language about Indigenous people and the removal of a clause condemning slavery.
17 min
15
Outspoken: This is why education always must st...
Arizona State University President Michael Crow models the school on inclusivity, rejecting exclusionary policies.
15 min
16
Trump tax cuts to data centers: Inside the $18B...
Arizona's new state budget ushered in Trump inspired tax cuts, but also adds a roadblock for data centers. We analyzed whats in the $18 million plan.
24 min
17
Outspoken: Why the Declaration and individual l...
20 min
18
Bonus: The Republicans running for Arizona's at...
The Republicans are hoping to take the attorney general's office back this year, but first they need to decide who is best suited to beat Kris Mayes.
11 min
19
Outspoken: How Indigenous people influenced the...
16 min
20
What Mark Lamb's scandal means for the future o...
Former Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb had the Trump endorsement and was the frontrunner for Arizona's CD5. Then the women started coming forward
23 min
21
Outspoken: America's deep Latin roots are conne...
15 min
22
Outspoken: Why the Declaration contains the 'mo...
17 min
23
Outspoken: In 1776, the Declaration of Independ...
16 min
24
Don Bolles’ legacy and press violence today
Fifty years ago, Republic reporter Don Bolles was assassinated while investigating the mob. How his story serves as a reminder for press freedoms.
52 min
25
Outspoken: 'Deleted clauses' of the Declaration...
20 min