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Grounded with Jon Tester & Maritsa Georgiou

Jon Tester & Maritsa Georgiou
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If you’re feeling confused or overwhelmed by the news coming out of Washington, D.C. right now, know this: you are not alone. Each week, former U.S. Senator Jon Tester of Montana and veteran journalist Maritsa Georgiou are here to talk you through it.Grounded is about more than just deciphering the headlines; It’s about hearing from changemakers, sharing insider insight, and leaving each episode w... more

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Recent Guests

Callie Barr
Democratic candidate for Michigan's first congressional district
Michigan political campaign
Episode: Raising the Barr
Jennifer Palmieri
Executive producer and host of Long Play
Long Play; former White House Communications Director; Hillary Clinton 2016 Campaign Communications Director
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Seth Bodnar
Independent candidate for US Senate in Montana; former University of Montana president; Rhodes Scholar
Independent candidate, University of Montana
Episode: Yes, Sir
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Former Ambassador to Japan; former White House Chief of Staff
Former Obama Administration
Episode: There’s No Reset Button
Frank Fugluzzi
Former FBI Assistant Director for Counterintelligence; host of The Frank Fugluzzi Show
FBI; Lincoln Square; author
Episode: Detect, Deter, Defeat
Ron Wyden
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Episode: Follow the Money
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Retired superintendent of the Flathead Hotshots
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Episode: Playing with Fire
Sam Forstag
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Episode: Where There’s Smoke

Hosts

Jon Tester
Host of Grounded with Jon Tester & Maritsa Georgiou; U.S. Senator from Montana; provides political and legislative insights
Maritsa Georgiou
Co-host and journalist; provides media, policy, and civil-rights insights

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 317 ratings
  • Snoozefest

    Jon Tester could not be more boring.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ellie_Leonard
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Show

    Love this show with its Montana connections and a worldly view of today’s crazy events! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Glasgowmt
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    Love this show.

    But please organize the podcasts differently.

    First, most recent at the top, so we don’t need to scroll through a bunch of old podcasts to find the most recent.

    Second, it would be nice if you could find a way to date the podcasts so if I listen to older podcasts I have an idea when they were created.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hdfhjdd
    Canadaa year ago
  • Great show

    Greetings from Billings. I worked hard for the last 2 campaigns (even door knocking) and have met the senator a couple times. He’s a good man. This interview with Gloria Allred was so enlightening. I would like to see her out there more. She knows so much from the most important (survivor) point of view. I do have to listen to this on 1.5 speed but that’s just me. Originally being from Chicago, Montanans speak too slow.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I feel like this
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing

    This quickly has become my favorite podcast. Wonderful insights about the current state of politics. Entertaining, informative, and the right touch of humor. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GusOdad
    United Statesa year ago

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Yes, Sir
Q: How would you approach healthcare policy and Medicaid in Montana?
Restore ACA subsidies, protect Medicaid expansion, reduce bureaucratic barriers, and resist policy changes that would restrict access to care, especially in rural areas.
Yes, Sir
Q: What concrete steps would you take to address cost of living and housing in Montana?
Advance housing supply with zoning/code reform, prevent private equity from buying single-family homes, and explore targeted federal investments to unlock housing development while ensuring infrastructure supports it.
Yes, Sir
Q: Why are you running as an independent rather than staying within a major party?
I'm running because Americans feel their political system isn't responsive; I can work with either side when it makes sense for Montana and stand up when it doesn't, aiming to deliver practical, bipartisan solutions.
Follow the Money
Q: Do you worry there are other situations where financial institutions are looking the other way?
Yes, and that's why we want subpoenas and accountability to ensure banks and regulators act promptly to prevent similar harm in the future.
Follow the Money
Q: What started this investigation and how did you pursue it to uncover the banks' role?
We started with a commitment to follow the money, traced the flow of funds across Florida and New York, and gathered evidence of thousands of wire transfers showing banks' failure to report suspicious activity.

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A fast-paced, principled political show that cuts through headlines with sharp analysis and practical takeaways. The hosts mix insider know-how with real-world reporting, anchoring discussions in accountability, governance, and democracy while weaving in personal anecdotes and media critique. Recent episodes pull from Washington headlines, elections policy, civil rights, and local-government stories, often featuring guests who illuminate legal, policy, and civic-action dimensions. A standout trait is its willingness to challenge power while remaining accessible, with a steady balance between hard analysis and human-interest storytelling that helps listeners stay informed and engaged without partisan sensationalism.

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