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The Forward Party Podcast

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The Forward Party
Republican Party
Free Speech
Independent Candidates
Local Leadership
Democratic Party
Primaries
Generational Shifts
Minnesota Politics
Open Primaries
Campus Culture
Independent Voters
Utah
South Carolina
Texas
Ballot Access
Affordability In Local Government
Democracy / Rule Of Law
Independent Political Movement

The Forward Party Podcast, hosted by Gov. Christine Todd Whitman, Lindsey Williams Drath, and Lt. Gov. Kerry Healey, brings together leaders and reform-minded voices to talk about practical ways to fix our democracy, reduce polarization, and build solutions that put people over parties. Not Left. Not Right. Forward.

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On this episode of The Forward Party Podcast, hosts Lindsey Williams Drath, Governor Christine Todd Whitman, and Lieutenant Governor Kerry Healey take on a question that sits at the center of today’s political conversation: How are political identity... more

What happens when a nation built on compromise starts treating every disagreement like a battle? In this thought-provoking episode of The Forward Party Podcast, hosts Lindsey Williams Drath, Governor Christine Todd Whitman, and Lieutenant Governor Ke... more

In Episode 10 of The Forward Party Podcast, the conversation turns toward one of the biggest questions in American politics right now: Can independent leaders actually reshape Congress from the inside? Hosts Lindsey Williams Drath, Governor Christine... more

In this episode of The Forward Party Podcast, Lindsay Drath sits down with Kerry Healey, former Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts, and Christine Todd Whitman, former Governor of New Jersey, for a grounded and timely conversation about the future o... more

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Chris Gibson
Former US Congressman, army veteran, author of The Spirit of Philadelphia
Author, The Spirit of Philadelphia
Episode: The Forward Party Podcast EP11 - Reawakening the Spirit of Philadelphia with Chris Gibson
Michael Steele
Former chairman of the Republican National Committee; former Lieutenant Governor of Maryland
Forward Party
Episode: The Forward Party Podcast EP10 - Michael Steele on Primaries and the Future of Independent Voters
John Goodwin
National Communications Director, Forward Party
Forward Party
Episode: The Forward Party Podcast EP8 - Why Independents Are Rising and Challenging the Two Party System
Deke Copenhaver
Former Mayor of Augusta, Georgia; Executive Director of long-term recovery efforts in Augusta
City of Augusta / Forward Party
Episode: The Forward Party Podcast EP7 - Local Leadership Beyond Party Lines with Three Mayors
Bryan Vincent
Mayor of Farmville, Virginia; affiliated with The Forward Party in 2025
Farmville, Virginia / Forward Party
Episode: The Forward Party Podcast EP7 - Local Leadership Beyond Party Lines with Three Mayors
Clint Eisenhauer
Chair of the South Carolina Forward Party
South Carolina Forward Party
Episode: The Forward Party Podcast EP7 - Local Leadership Beyond Party Lines with Three Mayors
Michelle Quist
Utah Forward Party Chair, former United Utah Party merger architect
Forward Party (Utah)
Episode: The Forward Party Podcast EP6 - Inside State-Level Reform and the Fight for Independent Voices
Kayla Sullivan
Forward Party organizer in South Carolina, campaign manager for Jay Doyle
Forward Party (South Carolina)
Episode: The Forward Party Podcast EP6 - Inside State-Level Reform and the Fight for Independent Voices
Rick Kennedy
Forward Party Texas State Chair, ballot access advocate
Forward Party (Texas)
Episode: The Forward Party Podcast EP6 - Inside State-Level Reform and the Fight for Independent Voices

Hosts

Christine Todd Whitman
Co-host and former Governor; Host of The Forward Party Podcast
Lindsey Williams Drath
Host and Co-host; Forward Party organizer
Kerry Healey
Co-host; Executive Chair / former Lieutenant Governor

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Great Values

    These podcasts are great at putting forward reasonable political views in a way that serves all residents of the U.S. It seems that the Forward Party is gaining traction with people running and winning under the Forward Party banner. I’m excited to have a better option.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Azalea240
    United States2 months ago
  • So Happy We Have This Platform!

    Been a Forwardist for about three years and an independent since 2015 after becoming a veteran. I’m so glad we have this platform to listen to these critical conversations! I hope it continues! Thanks for everything y’all are doing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZachyBinks88
    United States5 months ago
  • THANK YOU for giving me hope as a Minnesotan struggling to process the world we live in right now.

    This was so refreshing to listen to. I hadn’t heard of the Forward Party before listening to this first episode of the podcast, and I am SO excited to hear more! I want to learn how we can make this party a truly valid option for voters…not just the best option nobody will vote for because they feel they can’t win. Let’s get people on board and make real change!! Truth. Strength. Bravery. Honesty. Commitment. Community. Respect. Love. I’m here for it!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MNMomma23
    United States5 months ago
  • First episode

    Very informative. Looking forward to the coming episodes. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jcp-Colo
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate a platform for Forward Party viewpoints and independent perspectives.
First episodes set a hopeful tone for how reform-focused conversations can guide policy and participation.
The show presents reasonable political views that aim to serve all residents.

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The Forward Party Podcast EP7 - Local Leadership Beyond Party Lines with Three Mayors
Q: What is the biggest challenge of governing as an independent mayor, and how does Forward Party support that?
Maintaining independence while accessing resources; they discussed the need for impartial, community-focused leadership and avoiding extreme partisan pressure.
The Forward Party Podcast EP7 - Local Leadership Beyond Party Lines with Three Mayors
Q: Mayor Vincent, how did you come to The Forward Party and why did you choose to serve with this affiliation?
He shared feeling politically homeless, found the pledge aligned with his values, and saw forwardism as a practical way to serve without ideological tethering.
The Forward Party Podcast EP2 - Campus Free Speech and MN Politics Rikki Schlott & Mike Newcome
Q: How do we, what do you see as the most compelling way? Is it the forward message? Is it to get them actually to vote?
Rikki believes that if young people have a stake in the political process, especially through meaningful primaries, it could drive higher voter participation.
The Forward Party Podcast EP2 - Campus Free Speech and MN Politics Rikki Schlott & Mike Newcome
Q: Talk to us about your work, what's inspired at what you're seeing on campuses right now.
Rikki discusses how a significant number of young people are identifying as independents due to feeling disconnected from both major parties.

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What is The Forward Party Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A forward-thinking politics podcast focuses on practical democracy reform, reducing polarization, and building solutions that put people over parties. Across episodes, listeners hear discussions on open primaries, nonpartisan governance, campaign finance reforms, and local leadership that transcends traditional party lines. Notable strengths include a consistent emphasis on citizen education, grassroots organizing, and real-world strategies to expand voter choice. The show frequently features party leaders, organizers, veterans, and local officials who share experiences building movement infrastructure and navigating ballot access, with an overall aim of delivering pragmatic, evidence-based governance insights for listeners who want clearer... more

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1. Chris Gibson
2. Michael Steele
3. John Goodwin
4. Deke Copenhaver
5. Bryan Vincent
6. Clint Eisenhauer
7. Michelle Quist
8. Kayla Sullivan

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