Rep. Summer Lee on the Fight For ACA Subsidies, AI Guardrails, and Why Republicans Keep Dodging Accountability

Lee breaks down the ACA subsidy standoff, a sea-change in Democratic momentum, corruption in Congress, and why governing requires more than hollow…

Dec 14, 2025 • Matt Staab

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Rep. Sarah Elfreth on Finding Her Political Voice at 19 and How it Landed Her in Congress

Sarah reflects on entering politics young, how age isn't an impediment to being taken seriously, and building a career defined by curiosity…

Dec 8, 2025 • Matt Staab

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November 2025

Rep. Summer Lee on Speaking Plainly in Congress and Why Big Money Distorts Democracy

She reflects on class, representation, and the forces shaping who gets heard in Washington.

Nov 18, 2025 • Matt Staab

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Rep. George Whitesides on Outer Space, Innovation, and "Getting Sh*t Done"

From space exploration to Congress, Whitesides shares how curiosity, empathy, and mission-driven leadership guide his work in Washington.

Nov 11, 2025 • Matt Staab

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BONUS Ep: Rep. Delia Ramirez on ICE Raids and a City That is Fighting Back

Ramirez joins me to discuss the ICE raids terrorizing neighborhoods, mobilizing community networks, and why the real test of democracy is what people do…

Nov 2, 2025 • Matt Staab

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October 2025

BONUS Ep: Rep. George Whitesides on the Moral Cost of the Shutdown

As the shutdown drags into its fifth week, Whitesides joins me to talk about the GOP using hunger as political leverage, the impact of Trump's attacks…

Oct 30, 2025 • Matt Staab

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BONUS Ep: Rep. Melanie Stansbury on the Shutdown’s Breaking Point

In the shutdown's third week, Stansbury joins me to discuss skyrocketing health insurance premiums, the Grijalva standoff, and the fight to stop an…

Oct 16, 2025 • Matt Staab and Rep. Melanie Stansbury

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Smart Communication in the Age of Over-Management

A handwritten sign and four simple words said what carefully choreographed messages couldn’t.

Oct 14, 2025 • Matt Staab and Rep. Melanie Stansbury

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Rep. Melanie Stansbury on Owning Her Roots, Viral Moments, and Leading with Heart

Stansbury shares how grassroots organizing and lived experience shape her approach to politics, from winning tough races to delivering community…

Oct 8, 2025 • Matt Staab and Rep. Melanie Stansbury

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BONUS Ep: Rep. Hillary Scholten on the Shutdown Showdown

A candid follow-up with the Congresswoman on the shutdown, ACA tax credits, and why this is an “Article I moment.”

Oct 3, 2025 • Matt Staab

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September 2025

Is There Still Room for Nuance in Politics?

In a political culture built on outrage, nuance can feel impossible. But it might be the only way forward.

Sep 28, 2025 • Matt Staab

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Rep. Hillary Scholten on Her Faith, Immigration, and Finding Common Ground in a Swing District

The Congresswoman shares how she approaches tough conversations with voters and why empathy matters in politics.

Sep 24, 2025 • Matt Staab

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