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The podcast making sense of Kentucky politics for working families.
Get past the political soundbites and dive into the kitchen table issues shaping the Commonwealth—from protecting public education and expanding healthcare to economic growth and good-paying jobs. We bring you straightforward Democratic commentary, local candidate insights, and raw analysis on the decisions that actually impact your daily life.
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Brian talks about the importance of voting, how to make a voting plan, and the impact of midterm elections on local and national policies. He emphasizes the significance of every vote and provides practical tips for voters to participate effectively, as well as talking points that Democratic voters can share to encourage others to participate in exercising their voice.
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Blue Dot Podcast's 2026 Changemaker Candidate Conversation Series, hosts Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl sit down with William Whalen, Democratic candidate for Kentucky House District 64. A fourth-generation union worker, IBEW electrician, and Independence resident, Whalen shares the experiences and values that motivated his decision to run for office. Whalen discusses the importance of listening to constituents, expanding working-class representation...
Send us Fan Mail Sarah Cole McIntosh is the Democratic candidate for Kentucky State Senate District 36. She joins Brian to make her case for the Senate position in the final days before the midterms. In this episode, Sarah shares her motivations for running for Kentucky State Senate, discusses the complexities of property tax reform, and explores issues like healthcare, education funding, and housing affordability in Kentucky. Sarah's Republican opponent is an incumbent who has held the...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Blue Dot Podcast's 2026 Changemakers Candidate Conversation Series, Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl sit down with Ben Bach, Democratic candidate for Kenton County Commissioner in District 2. A lifelong Kenton County resident, cloud engineer, and community advocate, Ben shares the personal experiences and values that inspired him to enter public service for the first time. The conversation explores some of the most pressing issues facing Southern Kento...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Blue Dot Podcast's Change Maker Candidate Conversation Series, hosts Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl sit down with Wilann Stangel, Democratic candidate for Kentucky House District 69. A retired educator and library media specialist, Stangle discusses what motivated her to run for office, sharing concerns about the direction of government, the impact of political decisions on everyday Kentuckians, and the importance of restoring responsive leadership. ...
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