
POLITICO Politics Bureau Chief Jonathan Martin is hitting the road for a series of wide-ranging conversations with key players in American politics on the ground in their home states. They’ll talk about the issues of the day, look ahead to the 2026 political season, and perhaps dig into some local delicacies.
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Utah Gov. Spencer Cox joins POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin at Salt Lake City’s Red Iguana for a wide-ranging conversation about his new book, “Off Ramp: How to Be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt,” and the forces driving America’s political divide.
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Sen. Susan Collins joins POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin at Perry’s Lobster Shack in coastal Maine for a wide-ranging conversation about her reelection fight in the senate, President Trump’s second administration and the future of the Republican Party.
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Jonathan Martin sits down with Iowa gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand at the Iowa State Fair to talk politics over a pork tenderloin and a deep-fried Twinkie.
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Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg joins POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin in Traverse City, Michigan, to discuss the future of the Democratic Party and why he believes Democrats can't simply campaign on a return to the pre-Trump status quo.
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If you have a copy of “What it Takes“ “This Will Not Pass” and “This Town“ this is your weekly treat.
Did you watch the Anthony Bourdain episode on plastic stools in Hanoi with Obama? Put your headphones on and grab a frozen appetizer from Trader Joe’s, preferably related to the week’s politician in his hometown hole in the wall🤓 enjoy!
I am enjoying the podcast but Jonathon Martin is terrible. He keeps interrupting the person he is interviewing. Ask the question and let the person answer it. The podcast is not about him.
from K street to Fresno water issues this guy knows it inside and out ....and u take that to the bank
I’ve always liked Jonathan Martin’s personality. It’s terrific to now have a regular show!
49 is a little old to be this much of a bro.
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On the Road with Jonathan Martin features wide-ranging, on-location conversations with political figures and decision-makers across states. Episodes mix policy analysis with on-the-ground storytelling, local culture, and practical governance insights, often tying national trends to regional perspectives. The host's on-site format—paired with casual meals or local settings—tends to spotlight how state leadership interfaces with national politics, with notable emphasis on current issues, elections, and future-oriented governance. A standout aspect is the blend of hard policy discussion with personal anecdotes and regional flavor, offering listeners a tangible sense of how politics plays out in different landscapes.
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Recent guests on On the Road include:
1. Spencer Cox
2. Susan Collins
3. Rob Sand
4. Pete Buttigieg
5. Rahm Emanuel
6. Doug Burgum
7. Kelly Armstrong
8. Kevin Cramer
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