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The Dan Parsons Show

Public relations expert and self-proclaimed “news junkie” Dan Parsons sits down withNebraska’s top newsmakers and community leaders to discuss the most important issues impacting our state. Featuring two episodes weekly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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41:06

Democratic Consultant on 2024 Defeat & The Come Back

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2025/04/15

In this episode, Dan welcomes Brant Comstock, founder and CEO of BCom — a Lincoln-based marketing agency specializing in political candidates and causes. Comstock breaks down the highs and lows of the Democrats' 2024 strategy, where he believes things went off track, how the party can stage a comeback in 2026, and more.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known as Twitter] (https://x.com/DanParsonsShow2)- Instagram - (https://www.instagram.com/thedanparsonsshow/)- Facebook

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7:36

Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) Wants to REIGN IN Trump's...

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2025/04/13

In this weekend update, Dan recaps his exchange with Nebraska 2nd District Congressman Don Bacon (R) during a digital press conference on Thursday, April 10. Dan asks Bacon whether he’s concerned about the international erosion of trust in the U.S. amid President Trump’s reversal on Ukraine and sweeping tariffs. Bacon also weighs in on the odds of his bill — which would give Congress more authority over tariff policy — coming up for a vote.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X

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40:09

Working as Casey's Chief Pizza & Beer Officer/Buffalo...

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2025/04/11

It's finally Friday, folks! Kick back with Chef Kevin Shinn and I as we talk with Joe Cruz about his role as Casey's Chief Pizza and Beer Officer and his part in Visit North Platte's unorthodox tourism campaign playing Buffalo Bill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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34:40

Why Was Lincoln's Primary Voter Turnout So Low? |...

The Dan Parsons Show ·

2025/04/10

In this episode, Dan speaks with Nancy Petitto, Executive Director of Civic Nebraska — a statewide nonprofit working to build a more modern and robust democracy for all Nebraskans. Petitto reacts to Lincoln’s relatively low voter turnout in the recent primary election, discusses the Civic Nebraska & Flatwater Free Press voter guide, shares ways to boost civic engagement, and more.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known as Twitter] (https://x.com/DanParsonsShow2)-

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35:52

Nebraska Farmers Union President REACTS to Trump...

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2025/04/09

In this episode, Dan speaks with Nebraska Farmers Union President John Hansen. Hansen shares his take on President Donald Trump’s tariff strategy, its impact on Nebraska agriculture, and responds to comments from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, and more.For more information on Jerry Shoecraft and his campaign, visit https://citizensforshoecraft.com/Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known as Twitter]

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21:09

The Former Husker Running Republican for Lincoln City...

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2025/04/08

Election Coverage 2025 on The Dan Parsons Show!In this episode, Dan speaks with Jerry Shoecraft — a former at-large Lincoln City Council member in the 1990s and a UNL basketball standout in the late '70s — who’s running again for an at-large seat in 2025. Shoecraft answers questions from Civic Nebraska and Flatwater Free Press, weighs in on the 'Lincoln On The Move' quarter-cent sales tax, discusses challenges facing a growing city, makes his pitch to voters, and more.For more information on Jerry

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24:23

Roads, Workforce, Re-Election | Bennie Shobe, Lincoln...

The Dan Parsons Show ·

2025/04/07

Election Coverage 2025 on The Dan Parsons Show!In this episode, Dan welcomes back Bennie Shobe, the incumbent Lincoln City Councilman seeking a third term. Shobe answers questions from Civic Nebraska and Flatwater Free Press, weighs in on the 'Lincoln On The Move' quarter-cent sales tax, explains the council’s updated ordinance on dangerous driving, makes his pitch to voters, and more.For more information on Bennie Shobe and his reelection campaign, visit https://bennieforlnk.com/Connect with The

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29:25

"The Journalism Business is a SH*T SHOW" | Matt Wynn,...

The Dan Parsons Show ·

2025/04/04

In this episode, Dan catches up with Matt Wynn, the Executive Director of the Nebraska Journalism Trust, which launched and funds Nebraska's first non-profit news organization 'Flatwater Free Press.' Wynn gives his take on the state of journalism, the chaos in Washington, President Donald Trump limiting journalist from press briefings, Omaha 2025 Primary results, the Flatwater Free Press voter guide, and more.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known as Twitter]

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27:17

'I'm a Problem Solver..." Lincoln City Council Chair...

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2025/04/03

Election Coverage 2025 on The Dan Parsons Show!In this episode, Dan speaks with City Councilwoman Sändra Washington, the at-large incumbent chair for the city. Washington was first appointed to the council in 2019 and reelected in 2021, and now is vying for a second full term. Washington shares her background, her biggest accomplishments, the biggest issues facing Lincoln,a defense of the 'Lincoln On The Move' quarter-cent sales tax, and more.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X

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25:29

A Democratic Socialist Running for City Council in...

The Dan Parsons Show ·

2025/04/02

Election Coverage 2025 on The Dan Parsons Show!In this episode, Dan speaks with Lincoln City Council candidate Rene Carillo—a community activist, organizer, and union leader with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 265. Running for office for the first time after a decade of local activism, Carillo discusses his background, union roots, key issues facing the city, the 'Lincoln On The Move' quarter-cent sales tax, his connection to the Lincoln chapter of the Democratic

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30:13

Former Husker & Radio Host Running for Lincoln City...

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2025/04/01

Election Coverage 2025 on The Dan Parsons Show!In this episode, Dan speaks with Lincoln City Council candidate Stan Parker, a former Nebraska Husker football player, founder of MyBridge Radio, and leadership coach. This is Parker's second run for political office, after challenging Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird in 2023. Parker shares his roots in non-profit service, the biggest issues facing the city, his take on the continuation of the 'Lincoln On The Move' quarter-cent sales tax increase,

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18:59

The BLM, Pro-Palestinian Activist Running for Lincoln...

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2025/04/01

Election Coverage 2025 on The Dan Parsons Show!In this episode, Dan speaks with Lincoln City Council candidate Maghie Miller-Jenkins, a full time activist, mother, and service worker making her debut bid for political office. Miller-Jenkins shares her roots in activism, the biggest issues facing the city, her take on the continuation of the 'Lincoln On The Move' quarter-cent sales tax increase, why she's running a "cashless" campaign, and more.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X

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25:37

Nebraska Democrat Turned Republican Running for Omaha...

The Dan Parsons Show ·

2025/03/28

Election Coverage 2025 on The Dan Parsons Show!In this episode, Dan speaks with Omaha mayoral candidate Mike McDonnell, a former state senator for southeast Omaha’s District 5 turned mayoral hopeful. McDonnell shares his roots, the biggest issues facing the city, his take on recent homelessness statistics, his push to halt the controversial streetcar project, and more.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known as Twitter] (https://x.com/DanParsonsShow2)- Instagram -

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19:05

Omaha Pastor Talks Homelessness, Streetcar, Election...

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2025/03/27

Election Coverage 2025 on The Dan Parsons Show!In this episode, Dan speaks with Omaha Mayoral Candidate Terry Brewer, a current pastor, Marine Corps veteran, and 17-year Union Steward for Teamsters Local 554. Brewer discusses the biggest issues facing Omaha, his passion for disability rights and mental health advocacy, his take on the city's usage of tax increment financing (TIF), the streetcar project, and more.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known as Twitter]

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33:49

Omaha Mayor Stothert Talks Streetcar, Homelessness,...

The Dan Parsons Show ·

2025/03/26

Election Coverage 2025 on The Dan Parsons Show!In this episode, Dan speaks with incumbent Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert, who is currently running for her fourth term in 2025. Stothert discusses her 12 years in office, the biggest issues facing Omaha, and her support for the city’s controversial streetcar project.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known as Twitter] (https://x.com/DanParsonsShow2)- Instagram - (https://www.instagram.com/thedanparsonsshow/)- Facebook -

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16:14

Prison Reform Activist Running for Omaha Mayor

The Dan Parsons Show ·

2025/03/25

More Election Coverage 2025 on The Dan Parsons Show!In this episode, Dan speaks with Omaha mayoral candidate Jasmine Harris, the director of public policy and advocacy at RISE — a Nebraska-based nonprofit organization focused on habilitative programming in prisons and reentry support. Harris shares why she's running for mayor a second time, the biggest issues facing Omaha, and her take on the city’s controversial streetcar project.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known

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24:38

Omaha's Most Experienced Mayoral Candidate? |...

The Dan Parsons Show ·

2025/03/20

Continuing Election Coverage 2025 on The Dan Parsons Show!In this episode, Dan speaks with Omaha mayoral candidate John Ewing, the sitting Democratic Treasurer for Douglas County. Ewing discusses his background, over 40 years of public service, thoughts on Omaha's proposed streetcar project, and his pitch to lead Nebraska's most populous city.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known as Twitter] (https://x.com/DanParsonsShow2)- Instagram -

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27:07

From Refugee to Lincoln City Council Hopeful | Dr....

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2025/03/18

The first installment of 2025 election coverage on The Dan Parsons Show. In this episode, Dan speaks with Lincoln City Council candidate Dr. Elina Newman. She shares her background, Armenian heritage, thoughts on the city's 'Lincoln On The Move' quarter-cent sales tax initiative, and vision for Lincoln's future.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known as Twitter] (https://x.com/DanParsonsShow2)- Instagram - (https://www.instagram.com/thedanparsonsshow/)- Facebook -

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24:51

Nebraska Republican Splits with Trump Over...

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2025/03/14

In this episode, Dan catches up with Rep. Don Bacon, the Republican representing Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District (NE-02). They discuss his recent break from Trump on 60 Minutes, his take on Trump’s second-first two months in office, and what’s next for his political future.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known as Twitter] (https://x.com/DanParsonsShow2)- Instagram - (https://www.instagram.com/thedanparsonsshow/)- Facebook -

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32:02

Republican Consultant Reacts to Trump Tariffs,...

The Dan Parsons Show ·

2025/03/12

It’s been six months since Dan last spoke with Republican political consultant Ryan Horn of Bullhorn Communications… just a few things have changed since then. On this episode of The Dan Parsons Show, Ryan shares his take on President Donald Trump’s first six weeks in office, the U.S. teetering on the brink of a trade war, and Trump’s foreign policy reversal this week on military support for Ukraine.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known as Twitter]

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