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Kansas Reflector Podcast

Kansas Reflector Podcast
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The Kansas Reflector Podcast, hosted by the acclaimed staff of Kansas Reflector, transcends daily headlines, presenting weekly in-depth interviews with public officials and everyday Kansans offering insight into state politics and current events.

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As one of 11 Democrats running for Kansas' open U.S. Senate seat in August, Noah Taylor has set himself apart with a no-filter approach to politics. He slips curse words into his promotional materials and offers blunt opinions on TikTok. In conversat... more

Colin McRoberts is determined to build a better Kansas Democratic base as he runs for U.S. Rep. Tracey Mann's seat in the big 1st Congressional District. He discusses with senior reporter Tim Carpenter his specialty in negotiations, his favorite cons... more

When Overland Park Mayor Curt Skoog unexpectedly filed to run for governor hours before the filing deadline, he surprised the Kansas political world, prompting current Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly to call his campaign "foolhardy." In conversation with... more

With roughly six months left as governor, Laura Kelly reflects on how she entered the governor's office and speaks on how she hopes to leave it in an interview with senior reporter Tim Carpenter. She highlights what she views as major accomplishments... more

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Recent Guests

Curt Skoog
Mayor of Overland Park
Overland Park City Government
Episode: Democratic Kansas mayor running for governor to challenge presumptive Republican frontrunner
Cole Epley
Democratic candidate for Kansas's 4th congressional district; 28-year-old foster care social worker and US Army Reserve sergeant
Democratic Party
Episode: 'Proud progressive' takes on Ron Estes with grassroots campaign
Ashley Wells
Galena resident living near the landfill
Galena, Kansas community member
Episode: Galena residents seek environmental testing at southeast Kansas landfill
Peyton Kessler
Cherokee County Health Officer and registered nurse
Cherokee County Health Department
Episode: Galena residents seek environmental testing at southeast Kansas landfill
Tammy Allen
Resident across the landfill, local observer
Galena, Kansas resident
Episode: Galena residents seek environmental testing at southeast Kansas landfill
Dr. Kevin Latz
Mission Hills-based physician running for US Senate
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate (Kansas)
Episode: Kansas surgeon tailors U.S. Senate bid to future generations
Chris Carmichael
Democratic candidate for Kansas's 4th district
Democratic Party
Episode: Chris Carmichael takes on Ron Estes' congressional seat
Sandy Brown
President of the Kansas Abortion Fund
Kansas Abortion Fund
Episode: Kansas Abortion Fund work evolves with renewed attacks on rights
Sandy Spidel Neumann
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Kansas
Democratic Party / Senate campaign
Episode: Sandy Spidel Neumann pushes for integrity in politics in run for U.S. Senate

Hosts

Tim Carpenter
Senior Reporter and podcast host, Kansas Reflector
Sherman Smith
Host and Editor-in-Chief, Kansas Reflector; long-running political journalist

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Thank you for being Open Access

    Thank you for making your news articles Open Access (by using a Creative Commons license). No paywall + nonprofit status makes this org the most interesting site of information about Topeka and KS. I make my artistic output CC0 - so solidarity! CC makes the world better. Let’s make Topeka amazing (I will donate to an open access news site). It is very hard to get people in Topeka on board with CC or gold/platinum open access - can you teach more people about it? Thank you for being awesome.

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  • “He [Trump] skipped a debate in 2020 with Joe Biden”

    Fact check: false

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  • “Common sense”

    Moms Demand Action: We’re not trying to take anything away from responsible gun owners. We just want to make it illegal to have your firearm ready when you need it through our “safe storage” laws.

    So if someone is breaking into my house, I need to ask them to wait while I run to the other side of the house to grab my ammo. It’s “common sense”.

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  • Best way to follow Kansas politics

    Kansas Reflector brings a wide sampling of politicians, lobbyists and analysts to help citizens digest the current events in Kansas’s volatile political climate. This is just what I have been looking for to help me stay up-to-date.

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Kansas Reflector's coverage helps citizens digest a volatile political climate with a mix of politicians, lobbyists, and analysts.
Readers appreciate the focus on Kansas-specific issues alongside national policy context.
Open-access approach is appreciated; content is informative and civic-minded.
Listeners value the balance of interviews and analysis, noting strong reporting and diverse guest choices.

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Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly didn't want to run for a second term. She did it anyway.
Q: What is your view on the Supreme Court constitutional amendment for direct elections, and why did you take that position?
I am opposed to electing Supreme Court justices directly; the merit selection process provides checks and balances and protects the judiciary from becoming overly politicized, which could compromise independent decision-making.
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly didn't want to run for a second term. She did it anyway.
Q: There was a major push to consolidate early childhood programs. What was the vision here?
The vision was to consolidate fragmented programs into a single Office of Early Childhood to streamline services, reduce red tape, and free up funds to expand child care slots and preventative services for families.
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly didn't want to run for a second term. She did it anyway.
Q: Water has been a persistent issue. How did you approach it given the political sensitivities and the money involved?
I brought together stakeholders from across the state to develop a workable funding structure and to align diverse interests, recognizing that durable water solutions require ongoing collaboration and a dedicated funding source.
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly didn't want to run for a second term. She did it anyway.
Q: What were the main priorities when you took office, given the financial state you found Kansas in?
The top priorities were restoring revenue, rebuilding the economy through robust investments in commerce, reestablishing trade capabilities, and rebuilding the budget with a focus on long-term fiscal health rather than short-term fixes.
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly didn't want to run for a second term. She did it anyway.
Q: So the first thing I want to do is try to dip a finger into the two gubernatorial campaigns for a second. How did you view those races when you tried to sort out how you would go about winning?
I had no initial desire to run and felt a strong obligation to step in because Democrats didn't have a strong candidate who could win, and I believed I could turn the tides in a red-leaning state by focusing on governing changes that would appeal to a broad electorate.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kansas Reflector Podcast

What is Kansas Reflector Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Kansas-focused political show that blends ad analysis, candidate interviews, and policy debates to unpack state-level campaigns and governance. Across recent episodes, hosts dissect campaign messaging, production choices, and strategy in ads; interview lawmakers, candidates, and policy advocates on topics from education vouchers and health care to tax policy, abortion rights, and legislative process. The format highlights frontline reporting, diverse viewpoints, and a data-informed approach to Kansas politics, with attention to how national issues intersect with state dynamics. A notable strength is its willingness to feature a broad slate of guests—from educators and veterans advocates to state senators and gubernatorial contenders—provi... more

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Recent guests on Kansas Reflector Podcast include:

1. Curt Skoog
2. Cole Epley
3. Ashley Wells
4. Peyton Kessler
5. Tammy Allen
6. Dr. Kevin Latz
7. Chris Carmichael
8. Sandy Brown

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