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Politics Unplugged

Political insight done differently. Arizona"s Family political editor Dennis Welch questions the most powerful people in the state, holds the lawmakers and newsmakers accountable, and talks to the experts to get to the bottom of what"s happening in Arizona and across the United States.

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63:54

Breaking down the Arizona Governor’s race with Howie...

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/10/05

The dean of the Arizona capitol press corps, Howie Fischer, comes in to break down the Governor’s race. Then Dennis and Colin talk about the “redemption” of Deshaun Watson.

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36:56

Amelia Gallitano on her legislative race

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/09/28

Democratic legislative candidate Amelia Gallitano joins us to talk about her background as a doctor and why she wants to shift to politics. Then Dennis and Colin talk about DEI policies and corporate marketing failures.

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46:18

The governor’s race with Stacey Barchenger

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/09/21

Arizona Republic reporter Stacey Barchenger returns to look at the governor’s race and another Hobbs investigation from legislative Republicans. Then Dennis and Colin talk about Trump’s threats to tear down the Kennedy Center.

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57:14

Marcus Dell’Artino on the November election

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/09/14

Republican strategist Marcus Dell’Artino returns to talk about polling for the election races and whether Democrats may gain control of the Legislature. Then Dennis and Colin talk Trump-a-palooza and college football.

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58:04

Breaking down the midterm elections with Laura Gersony

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/09/07

Laura Gersony of the Arizona Republic returns to look at the midterm races, and why President Trump’s low approval ratings look so large. Then Dennis and Colin break down the downward spiral of Senator John Fetterman.

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59:37

Headline roundup with Jim Small

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/08/31

Arizona Mirror editor Jim Small joins us to talk about new poll numbers and shenanigans with candidates running under the Green Party name. Then Dennis and Colin talk about the weird political attacks on the WNBA.

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53:00

Headlines with Tony Cani and Marcus Dell’Artino

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/08/24

Consultants Tony Cani and Marcus Dell’Artino return to the pod to talk about the latest headlines, including the polls in the Governor’s race. Then Dennis and Colin talk about Natalie Harp and her odd relationship with President Trump.

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54:39

Headline roundup with Wayne Schutsky

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/08/17

KJZZ reporter Wayne Schutsky joins us to run through the latest headlines, including the Lt. Governor picks and the race for Governor. Then Dennis and Colin talk about the Air Force One controversy.

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43:30

Jacob Weinberg on his legislative race

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/08/10

Democratic legislative candidate Jacob Weinberg joins us to talk about why he is running and whether Democrats can take a majority in the legislature. Then Dennis and Colin discuss poll results and Arizona Cardinals' QB Carson Beck.

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52:57

Rep. Greg Stanton on the midterm elections

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/08/03

Congressman Greg Stanton joins us to talk about the midterm elections and money troubles at the DNC. Then Dennis and Colin discuss Governor Hobbs’ refusal to debate challenger Andy Biggs.

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60:04

Recapping Arizona's primary races with Chuck Coughlin

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/07/27

Independent consultant Chuck Coughlin gives us a brutally honest breakdown of the primary elections and why some of the candidates shouldn’t have run in the first place. Then Dennis and Colin talk about the current state of the Suns.

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54:16

A battle is brewing over Arizona's elections

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/07/13

Arizona’s Family Investigative Reporter Amy Cutler joins us to break down the fight over election control between the Board of Supervisors and Recorder Justin Heap. Then Dennis and Colin talk World Cup and the race for Treasurer.

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56:03

Special session rumors, ESA bargains, tax cut...

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/06/29

Arizona's Family political editor Dennis Welch is joined by consultants Marcus Dell’Artino and Stacy Pearson to unpack rumors of a special legislative session where Republicans may repeal late-night retaliatory ballot measures in exchange for weaker ESA restrictions. They discuss union and campaign-funding pressures, unintended impacts on police and fire unions from anti-union language, and Governor Katie Hobbs’ leverage amid calls to unwind the measures. Dennis then

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56:00

Sheriff Mark Lamb allegations shake Arizona GOP race

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/06/22

Arizona Republic reporters Robert Anglen and Laura Gersony join us to talk about their series investigating the behavior of Mark Lamb, the former Pinal County Sheriff now running for Congress. Then Dennis and Colin talk about underrated American bands.

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56:06

Hank Stephenson on the state budget

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/06/15

Hank Stephenson of the Arizona Agenda returns to break down the new budget, and whether Governor Hobbs has anything to celebrate. Then Dennis and Colin talk World Cup and bathroom spirits.

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57:32

Robert Wallace on bathroom spirits

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/06/08

Legislative candidate Robert Wallace explains his views on bathroom spirits, the shape of the earth, and John Kavanagh. Then Dennis and Colin break down the NBA Finals.

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55:48

Paul Bentz on Trump’s GOP control

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/06/01

Pollster Paul Bentz returns to talk about President Trump’s influence on the Republican primaries, and whether that’s good for the party. Then Dennis and Colin break down Rolling Stone’s list of the top punk albums.

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55:04

Dr. Terri Leyba Ruiz on education in Arizona

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/05/18

Dr. Terri Leyba Ruiz is running for Superintendent of Public Instruction. She joins the pod to talk about why she’s running. Then Dennis and Colin discuss the state of the Arizona Cardinals.

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57:21

Stacy Pearson on protecting voting in Arizona

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/05/11

Consultant Stacy Pearson returns to the pod to talk about a ballot measure to protect mail-in voting in Arizona. Then Dennis and Colin debate whether an 8-year-old could take President Trump in a fight.

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54:34

Stacey Barchenger on Arizona governor’s race

Politics Unplugged ·

2026/05/04

Arizona Republic reporter Stacey Barchenger returns to talk about fundraising in the governor’s race. Then Dennis and Colin break down the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

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