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Midwest Nice

Every election cycle all eyes are on the midwest but few microphones. Listen to a slew of hosts working in politics deep in the heart of the rustbelt talk shop on current events, working in the political machine, and what it means to be midwest nice. Keep your accent strong and the ranch dressing close-by.

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00:54:07

Episode 23 - Tony Evers Good, Betsy Devos Bad, and a...

Midwest Nice ·

2019/03/22

Episode NotesToday's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Evelyn Maidlow, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Tony Evers' new efforts to curb gerrymandering, Betsy Devos' new efforts renewed fight against education, and a magic mini fridge bringing hope in the heart of a tragedy. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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01:02:35

Episode 22 - Remembering John Dingell, Midwestern...

Midwest Nice ·

2019/03/01

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Lauren Coffman, Campbell Thompson, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Remembering the life and career of Congressman John Dingell, Ohio Republican Jim Jordan being a hypocrite in the Cohen Hearings, Midwesterners running for president, and the Ranch Lady Hero we've all been waiting for. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:33:46

Episode 21 - Lavora Barnes get elected, John Engler...

Midwest Nice ·

2019/02/21

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: Lavora Barnes elected as chair of Michigan Democratic Party, John Engler gets fired as interim president of MSU, and a fast food sign war. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:44:49

Episode 20 - Polar Vortex, The Elephant in the Room,...

Midwest Nice ·

2019/02/21

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Evelyn Maidlow. Topics include: The Polar Vortex gripping the Midwest, Lee Chatfield being terrible again, and a glorified coffee boy making a terrible run for President. Find out more at https://midwest-nice.pinecast.co

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00:50:18

Episode 19 - Lame Duck Recap, Executive Actions, and...

Midwest Nice ·

2019/01/11

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: Lame Duck Legislative Session results in Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer's Inauguration and first Executive actions, and a catfishing story with a happy ending. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:57:36

Episode 18 - Lame Ducks and Porch Geese

Midwest Nice ·

2018/12/14

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: Lame Duck Legislative Sessions in the Midwest, more strange Midwest foods, and costumes for concrete geese. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:58:06

Episode 17 - We're Back! Midterm Results and Midwest...

Midwest Nice ·

2018/11/15

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Campbell Thompson. Topics include: The results of the Midterm election in the Midwest, what that means for the rest of the country, strange Midwest foods, and a generous A&W patron. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:47:55

Episode 16 - Primary outcomes, the MDP convention,...

Midwest Nice ·

2018/08/28

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: The results of Michigan's primary election, the MDP convention and endorsements, a super PAC with a great name, and an Amish Uber service.

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00:37:34

Episode 15 - Primary day in Michigan!

Midwest Nice ·

2018/08/07

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: The primary election in Michigan, our elephant in the room Rep. Lee Chatfield forgetting about a loaded, unregistered handgun in his carry-on bag, Ann Arbor winning the right to ban firearms in schools, a big win for urban farming in Lansing, and an announcement about our next few podcasts!

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00:52:00

Episode 14 - The Evolution of Politics & Unions in...

Midwest Nice ·

2018/07/31

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and special guest Amanda Stitt, CEO of Change Media Group. Topics include: The changing digital landscape of politics in the Midwest, the future of the Democratic party, the promising future of unions, and a crowded race for cat mayor. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:42:53

Episode 13 - Possible Schuette FBI investigation,...

Midwest Nice ·

2018/07/26

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Questions discussed today: Do Republican voters even care if their candidate is under investigation by the FBI? Will the State Supreme Court allow a redistricting proposal to make it on the ballot? Will Grand Rapids' new ordinance allowing for medical marijuana dispensaries poise it to be the state marijuana capital if recreational marijuana is legalized in November? Do you have the right to bear snakes? All

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00:39:36

Episode 12 - Midwest Primaries, Shady DeVos Super...

Midwest Nice ·

2018/07/10

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, and Amy Libka. Topics include: The upcoming primary elections, the chances Democrats will flip Michigan's state house, more shady Super PAC money from the always terrible DeVos family, and a happy ending to the Pants Baby saga that's taken Lansing by storm. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:53:59

Episode 11 - Politics goes Digital, Ohio Voter...

Midwest Nice ·

2018/06/19

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and special guest Sara Cederberg. Topics include: Digital work in politics, Midwest vs. D.C. Political consulting, the Supreme Court decision to uphold Ohio purging their voter rolls, and a squirrel saved by 'The Office'. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:49:46

Episode 10 - No hate in Kalkaska, Michigan Man vs....

Midwest Nice ·

2018/06/12

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and special guest Haley Dalian. Topics include: Winning the battle for the soul of Kalkaska Michigan, Michigan Man vs. Floria Man, A new Medicaid work requirements bill heading to the Governor's desk, and the closest thing Lansing will ever have to our own Ocean's 8. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:40:57

Episode 9 - Tom Steyer in Michigan, Breaking...

Midwest Nice ·

2018/06/05

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Lauren Coffman, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Billionaire progressive Tom Steyer helping organize young voters in the midwest, Senate Republicans making a decision on whether or not to pass a bill legalizing marijuana in Michigan themselves before it reaches the ballot, and a yearly rager to protect Sturgeon up north. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:45:22

Episode 8 - Midwest flooding, Foxes in the Hen House,...

Midwest Nice ·

2018/05/24

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: How climate change is affecting infrastructure in the midwest, A new package of bills giving a committee of industry reps veto power over DEQ rules, and an overzealous squirrel. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:50:31

Episode 7 - Midwest Comeback Cities, Republican...

Midwest Nice ·

2018/05/15

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Lauren Coffman, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: The growth in population and opportunity in up-and-coming Midwest cities, the hostile Republican Primary for Governor, Cub Scouts, and cats in the police force. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:46:07

Episode 6 - Midwest Accents, Trump in Michigan, and...

Midwest Nice ·

2018/04/26

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: City accents fading in rustbelt cities, Trump's Midwest supporters and latest rally in Michigan, and Yoga classes with goats. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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00:20:12

Episode 5 - The MDP Convention, Paul Ryan Retires,...

Midwest Nice ·

2018/04/17

Episode Notes Today's mini episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: The Michigan Democratic Party's state convention and endorsements, Paul Ryan's retirement in November, and John's ultimate failures as a podcast leader. Dislaimer: Today's episode was cut short due to technical problems. We are releasing what was saved anyways and will be back next week with another full-length episode. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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01:12:26

Episode 4 - Midwest Cities, Data Breaches, Charter...

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2018/04/10

Episode Notes Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Disparities between city and rural areas of the Midwest, the Facebook data breach controversy, charter Schools in Michigan, and innovations in raw cookie dough. Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.

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