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Politics can be infuriating. The movers and shakers of Washington can sometimes feel unreachable from the plains of the Heartland. But our communities host governments and entire political spheres of their own, and they are the ones that affect our everyday lives. Join us as we uncover and understand these spheres, hosting interviews with politicians and citizens. If you're frustrated with the Missouri roads, this is the podcast for you. If you're not sure who your city council member is, give us a listen. And if you care about bettering our great city, we are the podcast for you.

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Check latest episodes from Governing the Heartland podcast

E14: Independence, MO

2022/06/07

E13: Special Guest Frank White

2022/05/02

Join royals baseball legend and current County Executive Frank White for a discussion of all things Jackson County.

E12: Tearing Apart Kansas: Redistricting & Advocacy with Irene Caudillo

2022/04/04

Join Grace & Irene Caudillo for a discussion on advocacy in KCK, and a specific section on redistricting - what is has done in Kansas, who didn't get counted, and what it will do in coming months.

E11: That Million Dollar Airport

2022/03/09

Join Councilwoman Teresa Loar for a discussion on campaigns, advocacy, and the infamous MCI airport.

E10: Justice and the Cerner Deal

2022/02/07

Kansas City has big problems. It's losing Cerner, one of it's biggest employers. But it also has big solutions - in the form of young people running for office. Listen in for a taste of both.

E9: Tony Miller

2022/01/03

Join us as we interview Councilman Tony Miller, and we cover everything from redistricting to the rural Kansas.

E8: The Big Issues with Kansas City Manager Brian Platt

2021/12/06

This is the sort of episode you wait for as a host. A chance to interview one of the top leaders in our local government and hear an in depth description of what is going on behind the scenes. Tune in behind the scenes for a discussion on ending potholes, preventing violence, and making Kansas City one of the most innovative cities in the country.

E7: Third Party Politics & Different Ideas

2021/11/01

E7: Third Party Politics & Different Ideas Featuring American Solidarity Party leader and community activist Matt Kutz, this episode dives into breaking out of our country's 2 party systems.

E6: Next Level with Councilman Dan Tarwater

2021/09/07

Governing the Heartland is growing. It's learning. And this week we are proud to present our first hard hitting interview. Legislator Dan Tarwater answered some difficult questions. Like the ones you might have about that new $240 million Jackson County jail. Or the ones about the Second Amendment protections MO is so passionate about. Thanks for joining us as we grow - you're not going to want to miss this one.

E5: Election Season

2021/08/02

Join us for this special mini episode that gives a rundown on local elections - and why they are so important.

E4: The Parks are for the People

2021/07/06

Join us for an episode that explores Kansas City's park system, featuring it's leader, Parks and Recreation Director Terry Rynard, and one of it's most creative caretakers, Brian Makar. Our favorite line from this episode - the episode title.

E3: Seeing Double - 2 Sisters and their Journey into Activism & Local Politics

2021/06/08

Join us as we talk with two sisters that grew up rooted in the community and have chosen to give back in their own ways. My favorite quotes from this episode? "If you don't like who is representing you, you have the power to replace them. With yourself or with someone else." & "Young people are powerful." Tune in for our 3rd episode, and don't forget to rate and subscribe.