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South Dakota's Weekly Political Podcast - hosted by Jake Shoenbeck, and Murdoc. Join us every Friday as we discuss the top political topics of the week while speaking with the movers and shakers of the SD political landscape. Another HomeSlice Audio Production. Search for Dakota Town Hall in your favorite player or follow their socials - @DakotaTownHall

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Back again! The election cycle refuses to die, and neither do the political fireworks. This week Matt Paulson and District 15 Rep. Eric Muckey join the show to break down the Sioux Falls mayoral runoff, city council battles, and the increasingly blur... more

Back again! The votes are in, the dust is settling, and South Dakota politics just delivered one of the biggest surprises in recent memory. Jake is joined by Lieutenant Governor Tony Venhuizen, Nathan Sanderson, and SD News Watch’s Alexander Rifaat t... more

Back again! With primary day just around the corner, the Dakota Town Hall crew gathers a heavyweight panel featuring Jonathan Ellis, Patrick Lally, Pat Powers, and Ryan Budmayr to break down the final sprint in South Dakota’s governor’s race. We get ... more

The election is on June 2nd, if you haven't been near a mailbox.

(Apologies for not having the full slate. If 90 percent of success is showing up, I'm just happy there's someone standing up for the other 10. -doc)

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Hosts

Jake Shoenbeck
Host of Dakota Town Hall
Murdoc
Co-host of Dakota Town Hall

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Great Civil Discourse

    Entertaining and informative political podcast to keep South Dakotans up to date on local politics.

    Obviously right leaning, but also gives ample opportunity for opposing viewpoints to come and defend and state their opinions and cases.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BS_69_420
    United States5 months ago
  • Previously from SD

    Love the show. Don’t change. My wife and I love to hear about and from old (past) friends. Best wishes and cheers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JH&TH
    United States3 years ago
  • Bad audio

    For being professional this sounds like garbage

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Tint intimation
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate practical policy discussion and candid guest insights.
A few critics feel the show leans right in its framing.
Mostly positive remarks about civil discourse and local politics coverage.
Some listeners note audio quality inconsistencies.

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Special Episode: Gubernatorial Chats
Q: What is the approach to data centers and their impact on utilities and taxes?
The candidates argue for a selective, protection-minded approach: ensure data centers pay taxes, bring jobs, protect water and electricity costs, and pursue targeted sites with governance and local engagement rather than broad, blanket policies.
Special Episode: Gubernatorial Chats
Q: How do you campaign through negative ads and stay credible?
Candidates acknowledge the impact of negative ads, defend their record, and emphasize transparent, fact-based responses while stressing the importance of civility and focus on policy differences.
Datacenters and School Lunch
Q: What happened with the Nest Predator Bounty Program?
Kadyn describes concerns about the program's effectiveness, mentions data showing only a minority of participants are under 18, and proposes reforms including capping participation to under-18s and reintroducing population monitoring.
Datacenters and School Lunch
Q: What is the current financial note on the school lunch bill?
The bill is projected to cost about $640,000 per year, with iterations aimed at targeting those in the reduced lunch category rather than universal free meals.
Datacenters and School Lunch
Q: Kadyn, what's keeping you busy?
Kadyn explains the focus on committee changes, the feed-the-kids bill, and related education funding efforts, with an emphasis on bipartisan support and upcoming testimony in House Education.

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A weekly, conversation-driven political discussion focusing on South Dakota issues, elections, policy, and governance. Discussions often center on state legislature activity, ballot initiatives, campaign dynamics, and local government, with guests ranging from state lawmakers and candidates to policy advocates and media commentators. The tone blends practical policy analysis with colorful local anecdotes and light humor, giving listeners a grounded, insider look at how state politics unfold in real time. Notable strengths include a casual, banter-rich format that makes complex topics approachable, and a track record of diverse guest perspectives, which can help sponsors reach engaged, policy-minded audiences. Potential listeners who enjoy o... more

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