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562 episodes
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Date created
2017/05/04
Latest episode
2026/11/04
Average duration
30 min.
Release period
8 days
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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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Democrats' blue wave splashes Arizona
2026/11/04
Voting has ended in the 2026 midterms.
While finalized results of the election in Arizona are still to come, Democrats across the country scored historic gains that suggests Arizona will get bluer.
This week on The Gaggle, we're joined by three Republic politics reporters to break down what happened on election night.
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Guest: Stacey Barchenger, Laura Gersony, Helen Rummel
Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
Producer: Amanda Luberto
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A reality check on Arizona's possible blue wave and CD2
2026/10/28
With the election just a week away, politicos are in the midterm home stretch. Most prognosticating and predicting what will happen on Nov. 3 is just about wrapped up, but the northeastern Arizona District 2 is getting some eleventh-hour buzz.
Is this last-minute shift to a lighter shade of red a comment on the contest between Crane and Nez or is it the final warning sign of a blue tsunami coming for Arizona?
This week on The Gaggle, we are joined by a national pollster who walks us through what the national forecasters are seeing in Arizona's 2nd District and how likely a Democratic take over is on election night.
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Midterm tv ads: the good, the bad and the ugly
2026/10/21
It's hard to ignore the nasty attack ads with accusations like "protecting pedophiles" and "choosing predators," not to mention typical policy attacks like tax cuts, immigration reform and what is best for Arizonans.
This week on The Gaggle, we go through what makes a good political advertisement, which ones they're tired of seeing and why television ads are such an important part of a campaign with two political consultants.
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Guest: David Waid, Emily Ryan
Hosts: Stephanie Murray
Producer: Amanda Luberto
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How Trump's approval rating could affect Arizona's midterm elections
2026/10/14
The midterm election is traditionally hard on the party in charge and this year is expected to be no different.
But with disillusionment in the White House increasing, it seems that it will be harder than usual.
This week on The Gaggle, we are joined by political pollster Spencer Kimball. He is the founding director of the nonpartisan Emerson College Polling Center.
Kimball sheds light on how Trump's approval rating will impact Republicans running in the midterm election.
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Guest: Spencer Kimball
Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
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Arizona's midterm propositions explained straightforwardly
2026/10/07
Ballot measures can be long, have convoluted writing, and at times, seem purposefully difficult to figure out what your vote really does.
So ahead of the 2026 midterm, we broke them down in plain English.
This week on The Gaggle, we are joined by Arizona Republic reporter Helen Rummel to preview what propositions voters will find on their ballot, what a "yes" vote would do and who is supporting them.
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Guest: Helen Rummel
Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
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Hobbs or Biggs? What's really at stake for Arizona
2026/09/30
Accusations of protecting pedophiles and choosing predators over Arizona families are flying almost every time you turn on your TV as we get closer to Election Day from both Gov. Katie Hobbs and her opponent, Congressman Andy Biggs.
But what's really at stake for Arizonans?
This week on The Gaggle, we are joined by Republic reporter Stacey Barchenger to analyze possibly the biggest race in Arizona this year.
She talks us through their plan if elected, how having a running mate plays a role, where big money is coming in from and any wildcards that could shake up the race.
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Guest: Stacey Barchenger
Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
Producer: Amanda Luberto
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The next attorney general could define Arizona's relationship with Trump
2026/09/23
To incumbent Democrat Mayes, her 49 lawsuits show that she is willing to hold the White House accountable for what she says are illegal acts.
Her opponent in the 2026 attorney general race, Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen, has promised to back President Donald Trump's agenda and says he'll rein in Arizona's Attorney General's Office if elected.
But one subject that some Arizonans are tired of hearing about is the key topic that separates them: the 2020 election.
This week on The Gaggle, we are joined by Republic reporter Stacey Barchenger to talk through the ins and outs of Mayes' and Petersen's run for Arizona's attorney general and why voters' ultimate opinion on the 2020 election could define who wins the seat.
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Guest: Stacey Barchenger
Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
Producer: Amanda Luberto
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The political pendulum could swing back in Southern Arizona
2026/09/16
Arizona's 6th Congressional District is always competitive for both parties.
Starting in 2006, voters chose a Democrat. Then in 2014, the district went to a Republican. In 2018, back to a Democrat and in 2022, back to a Republican.
This year, Republican Donald Trump is in the White House, and the party could feel voters' wrath in the midterms. Incumbent Republican Juan Ciscomani is back to defend his seat, this time against Democrat JoAnna Mendoza.
This week on The Gaggle, we are joined by the Republic's Congressional reporter to go over the competitive race and break down how the border, Trump and the economic health of the district are playing key roles in the competition.
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Guest: Laura Gersony
Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
Producer: Amanda Luberto
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2020 looms over Fontes and Kolodin's secretary of state race
2026/09/09
Whether they like it or not, Arizona voters will be asked to consider their opinion on the 2020 election yet again.
That's because the key difference in the two candidates running for Secretary of State is their stance on election integrity and safety.
Democrat Adrian Fontes was the Maricopa County recorder then and he maintains the process is fair. Republican Alex Kolodin meanwhile defended both Cyber Ninjas and the "fake electors" in court.
This week on The Gaggle, we talk through what these candidates want for the future of Arizona's elections.
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Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
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Feely and Shah are fighting for more than a House seat
2026/09/02
One of the most competitive races in the midterms is happening in one of Arizona's most independent districts, CD1. It's one that national pundits are saying could change the balance of power in the U.S. House.
Looking to take the open seat is Democrat Dr. Amish Shah and Republican Jay Feely.
This week on The Gaggle, we are joined by Republic reporter Laura Gersony.
Together, we break down where this hotly contested race stands, how the candidates are framing each other and the role Trump will play in the election.
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Guest: Laura Gersony
Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
Producer: Amanda Luberto
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Surprise is at the center of the nation's big issues
2026/08/26
Between the ICE detention center, Flock cameras and data centers, it seems that Surprise is right at the heart of America's conversation.
But how come? Why are the nation's hottest topics all happening in Surprise?
This week on The Gaggle,we are joined by Surprise City Councilmember Johnny Melton, a Republican, to talk through how this fast-growing city has become such a hotbed for America's big political issues.
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Guest: Councilmember Johnny Melton
Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
Producer: Amanda Luberto
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What the Arizona lieutenant governor picks tell us about the race
2026/08/19
While 45 other states already have it, the lieutenant governor is a brand-new job in Arizona, and both candidates have chosen their running mates.
Democratic incumbent Katie Hobbs chose former Mesa Mayor and former Republican, John Giles, while Republican Andy Biggs went with former state lawmaker Sine Kerr.
Both candidates' running mates shed a light on what they think they need to add to their campaign to win.
This week on The Gaggle, we are joined by two political consultants to unpack what their picks say about their chances of winning the governorship.
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Guest: Justin Plumb, Tyler Montague
Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
Producer: Amanda Luberto
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How America’s culture wars took over everyday life
2026/08/12
One of the most politically volatile topics to bring up at the dinner table isn't the war in Iran, the price of gas or the immigration crackdown across the country. It's the culture war.
This week on The Gaggle, we are joined by Isaac Butler, the left-leaning author of the new book "The Perfect Moment: God, Sex, Art, and the Birth of America's Culture Wars."
As an expert on the origins of the culture war, he'll help us make sense of how we got here.
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Guest: Isaac Butler
Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
Producer: Amanda Luberto
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Could Democrats finally flip the Arizona legislature?
2026/08/05
Arizona's politics are now reliably purple.
The top offices are held by Democrats but a wider look will show that Arizona's lawmakers are predominately red.
A few major races in the midterm election this November are close, which leads people to wonder if this is the year Democrats catch their white whale: the legislature.
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Guest: Helen Rummel Ray Stern
Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
Producer: Amanda Luberto
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Politics is turning to AI and influencers for your attention
2026/07/29
The days of television ads and fliers in the mail are going by the wayside when it comes to campaigns getting their message out.
Technology is changing fast and politicians — sitting or hopeful — are using influencers, artificial intelligence and more to try to get your attention and your vote.
This week on The Gaggle, we are joined by three experts in various fields to discuss the new frontier of technology and politics.
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Guest: Patrick Bench, Ian Schafer, Deja Foxx
Hosts: Ron Hansen, Stephanie Murray
Producer: Amanda Luberto
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Podcast reviews
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Mtryan77 2025/08/18
Far Left wing podcast
If you like far-left wing politics this is a pod for you
TM Lon 2023/12/27
Truly Informative
I appreciate The Gaggle’s commitment to honorable and honest journalism on all sides regarding the ever-interesting political landscape in our beloved...
Gary Robbins 2022/06/29
“Pregnant Person”?
I used to enjoy this podcast, until today when the interviewee repeatedly referred to the “pregnant person.” Um, in Arizona, we refer to “pregnant pe...
Harrytop 2022/04/25
Left wing history revisionist
The left wing spin on history is unbelievable. It’s kinda impressive.
the sunboat 2022/01/21
The Journalists Who Echoed the Cry of Wolf
Please don’t be so lazy as to use the term “stop the steal movement”. You’re giving so much credence to the false claim that the election was stolen, ...
RBAMA-RTR! 2022/01/04
Democracy In Doubt-Please Wake Up and Listen!!
AZ Central’s 5 Part Series on The Maricopa Partisan Audit “Fraudit” of the 2020 Election is FASCINATING!! The backstory of the Partisan-Audit and the ...
Fkdlskc 2021/08/17
Very left wing
It’s just an Arizona version of the New York Times. Extremely left wing and partisan. You don’t know whether what you are being told is true. If your ...
Niikkiqrs 2021/08/13
Good content, poor audio quality
I appreciate the reporting but have stopped listening regularly because the audio quality can be pretty painful - not just with the guests, but even w...
Orginal P-U-G 2021/04/28
Left Wing Propaganda
Left wing garbage full of misinformation and brainwashing.
Cicada_224 2021/03/03
Great local politics pod
I can’t believe I just found this podcast after living in AZ for 5 years. I like a local focus as well as a national one, and having it in pod format...
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