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The Hot Dish

The One Country Project

The Hot Dish, hosted by former U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp and her brother, KFGO radio talk show host Joel Heitkamp, features discussions with the newsmakers, elected leaders, and policymakers who are creating new opportunities for rural Americans and finding practical solutions to their challenges. Punctuated with entertaining conversations and a healthy dose of sibling rivalry, The Hot Dish, from the One Country Project, is informative, enlightening, and downright fun.

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25:24

Surviving Suicide

The Hot Dish ·

2023/10/11

Content warning: this episode includes frank discussions about mental health and suicide. If you or someone you know is undergoing a suicidal, mental health and/or substance use crisis, please call 988. Counselors at the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline are available to help.Suicide is a public health crisis in the United States, with nearly 50,000 Americans dying by suicide last year, a 2.5% annual increase, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.. To raise awareness

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28:07

Has the Time Finally Come for Paid Family Leave?

The Hot Dish ·

2023/09/27

The United States is one of only a few nations in the world that doesn't have guaranteed paid family leave. But recent polling shows growing support for federal legislation. Heidi and Joel speak with guests to learn more about the support for paid family leave, as well as the effect it can have on a family. Doug Usher is a partner with Forbes Tate Partners, a bipartisan government and public affairs. Doug breaks down a survey from the One Country Project showing large support for paid

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33:47

Lines of Influence: Alabama’s Redistricting Dilemma &...

The Hot Dish ·

2023/09/13

In this episode of The Hot Dish, we hear two very different stories about the significance of community and understanding those around us. First, Rep. Anthony Daniels joins to talk with Heidi about the importance of redrawing district lines in Alabama to ensure African American voters are represented equitably. Rep. Daniels stresses the importance of addressing the ways in which political and economic developments are intertwined in Alabama, and what measures are being taken to improve the

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26:47

Developing Healthy Futures: America’s Rural Children

The Hot Dish ·

2023/08/30

Raising children is more than just a family matter. Especially in rural America, the resources parents and children have or lack access to play a significant part in setting children up for future success. Heidi and Joel hear from North Carolina Representative Ashton Clemmons about the economic and social strain on American families searching for affordable childcare. Karen Ehrens joins later to speak about the important role a healthy diet plays in childhood development and education.

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30:30

The Green Energy Journey in Rural America

The Hot Dish ·

2023/08/16

The question of green energy has been circulating more and more in recent years. Often favored as a way to combat climate change, the transition to green energy is complicated. Heidi and Joel speak to industry experts Wade Boeshans and Ernest Scheyder to explore the complexities of this transition and its impact on rural communities. Wade Boeshan and Ernest Scheyder’s combined expertise brings intriguing insights into the green energy transition, discussing electronic vehicles, carbon

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38:47

The Fight for Democracy in Rural America

The Hot Dish ·

2023/08/02

From baseball to Iowa politics and the fight for democracy in rural America, Heidi and Joel get the hot dish on the issues at the forefront of rural Americans' minds.David Pepper highlights the power of state and local governments in shaping democracy and discusses nonpartisan outreach efforts to counter attacks on democracy. J.D. Scholten shares the changes he has witnessed in the Iowa legislature and emphasizes the need for grassroots engagement. Sister Simone shares her experiences

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28:31

Sowing Seeds of Equity

The Hot Dish ·

2023/07/19

If there's one thing rural America is an expert in, it's agriculture. In this episode, Heidi and Joel dive into a compelling conversation about equity, inclusion, and diversification in the agriculture industry with Dr. Tammy Gray-Steele, Mike Espy, and Tanya Spandhla. Together, they shed light on the challenges faced by minority farmers and discuss the essential role of food assistance programs in combating food insecurity in rural America.Dr. Tammy Gray-Steele shares her journey as a

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32:08

Honor & Pies this Fourth of July

The Hot Dish ·

2023/07/05

We're celebrating the heartbeat of rural America this July 4th, from the veterans who fought for our democracy to the small business owners revitalizing small-town America.Heidi and Joel speak with Jane Matejcek, a nurse at the VA hospital and president of Honor Flights North Dakota. Jane tells us about these flights' incredible impact on veterans' lives and the heartwarming homecoming ceremonies. Then, Joel interviews a Korean War veteran during his Honor Flight visit to DC. Last, we hear

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31:36

The Aftermath of the Dobbs Decision

The Hot Dish ·

2023/06/21

It’s been one year since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision. So, what have women in rural America been experiencing since? Joel and Heidi dive into the aftermath of theDobbs decision and the stark reality of women's health care and abortion service accessibility – or lack thereof – with Cecile Richards and Dr. Sarah Traxler. Cecile Richards shares the stories of women forced to travel long distances from small, rural towns

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28:55

Mrs. 2% Defies the Odds

The Hot Dish ·

2023/06/07

Heidi and Joel get the hot dish from Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez about her journey from owning an auto repair shop to representing Southwest Washington in Congress. As a fifth-generation Washingtonian and small business owner, Congresswoman Perez knew first-hand the realities and concerns of workers in rural America when she decided to run for office. Given just a 2% chance of victory against her opponent, the Congresswoman beat the odds and earned the nickname, Mrs. 2%. In this

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23:34

Rural America’s Mental Health Crisis

The Hot Dish ·

2023/05/24

In rural America, farmers face unique stressors that can exacerbate mental health concerns, such as fluctuating commodity prices and climate-related issues. In this episode, Heidi and Joel explore solutions for rural America's mental health crisis with Alexa McKinley and Tara Haskins to discover how we can address mental health and decrease rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide amongst farmers. Alexa McKinley and Tara Haskins discuss their experiences working with farmers and addressing

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20:55

Wisconsin’s High-Stakes Fight for Rights

The Hot Dish ·

2023/05/10

This past month, the country watched as the most expensive state judicial race in history took place in Wisconsin, with Democrat Janet Protasiewicz securing the seat and flipping the Wisconsin State Supreme Court to a 4-3 majority. Heidi and Joel talk with Sarah Godlewski, Wisconsin’s Secretary of State, about what this victory means for women's rights in rural America and Republican attempts to suppress the youth vote. Then, we hear Yoshi Gaitan’s story, Student Body President at the

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39:55

The Challenges in Passing the Farm Bill

The Hot Dish ·

2023/03/15

The Farm Bill is a tough one to pass. Can the House Committee on Agriculture pass the bill, much less get it past the committee? To discuss this and other prevalent issues in rural America, Former Congressman Collin Peterson joins host and former Senator Heidi Heitkamp and new co-host Joel Heitkamp. Former Congressman Peterson served as Chair of the House Agriculture Committee, is a legend in rural advocacy, and has a deep understanding of the Farm Bill. Together, they discuss the

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46:08

Season 4 Episode 4: A Post-Midterm Review with Doug...

The Hot Dish ·

2022/12/06

In a post-midterm review, Doug Usher, an insights partner at Forbes Tate Partners, and Jessica Piper, the 2022 Democratic nominee for Missouri HD1, join OCP founder and former Senator Heidi Heitkamp in a discussion about rural voter turnout in the midterms, how Democrats must continue to connect with rural communities, and what a Democratic grassroots operation looked like from the ground.

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36:34

Season 4 Epsiode 3: Choice Polling in Rural America...

The Hot Dish ·

2022/08/19

Celinda Lake, one of the Democratic Party’s leading political strategists, joins One Country founder Heidi Heitkamp in a discussion of the momentous primary election in Kansas, the future of state elections in a post-Roe country, and a deep-dive into how the Inflation Reduction Act will continue to support rural Americans.

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36:56

Season 4 Episode 2: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law...

The Hot Dish ·

2022/07/28

On the newest edition of the Hot Dish Podcast, OCP founder and former Senator Heidi Heitkamp sat down with Senior White House Advisor and Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu to discuss how the historic bipartisan infrastructure law will benefit rural Americans.

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41:47

Season 4 Episode 1: What is Rural?

The Hot Dish ·

2022/05/17

In this episode of the Hot Dish Podcast, Senator Heidi Heitkamp sits down with Dr. Glenda Humiston, President of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of California along with Rob Larew, President of the National Farmers Union. Together, they discuss lack of access to federal programs for those in rural areas, and the need to rethink notions of “urban” and “rural.”

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18:27

Season 3 Episode 5: Senator Debbie Stabenow on...

The Hot Dish ·

2021/09/22

Chairwoman of the Senate Agriculture Committee Debbie Stabenow joins OCP founder Heidi Heitkamp on the Hot Dish podcast to discuss the historic, bipartisan Growing Climate Solutions Act and how farmers can play a leading role in climate action. They discuss the impact of voluntary, climate-smart agriculture and Senator Stabenow gives a sneak peek at the upcoming Farm Bill.

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29:27

Season 3 Episode 4: Meet the OCP Board: Secretary...

The Hot Dish ·

2021/09/08

Meet OCP's newest Board Member, former Agriculture Secretary Mike Espy! Tune in and hear Secretary Espy's discussion with OCP co-founder Heidi Heitkamp on how to unite the country as one, the importance of rural communities in moving the country forward, and the hardships and rewards of running for office in rural states like Mississippi.

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34:08

Season 3 Episode 3: Biden's First 100 Days with...

The Hot Dish ·

2021/05/27

Matthew Dowd joins OCP co-founder Senator Heidi Heitkamp to discuss President Biden's First 100 Days in office and why strong local leadership is critical to helping rural America grow their economy and thrive.

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