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Learn about the people, policies and politics of America's state legislatures with NCSL's three podcasts: "Our American States," "Across the Aisle" and the special limited series "Building Democracy."

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The focus of the podcast is how states are working toward connecting education and training systems with the workforce. State policymakers are keenly interested in measuring the return on investment or ROI that they can see from state investment in e... more

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Our topic on this episode is energy affordability. In the worlds of both politics and policy, energy affordability is a hot topic. The U.S. saw largely flat electricity demand from the late ’90s until just a couple of years ago. Increasing demand fro... more

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The last year has seen an unusual spate of mid-decade redistricting. It was initiated by President Trump in 2025 when he urged the Texas legislature to redraw maps to favor Republicans in hopes of helping the GOP hold the House and the 2026 midterms.... more

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This episode explored mental health and behavioral health in the workplace, including the role of employers and legislators in helping people facing mental health conditions.

Our guests included Julie Hocker, assistant secretary for Disability Emplo... more

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Recent Guests

Mary Alice McCarthy
Founder and Senior Director, Center on Education and Labor at New America
New America
Episode: ROI and the Workforce | OAS Episode 267
Arthur Orr
Senator
Alabama Senate
Episode: ROI and the Workforce | OAS Episode 267
Norm Thurston
Representative
Utah House of Representatives
Episode: ROI and the Workforce | OAS Episode 267
Janine Benner
Director, Oregon Department of Energy
Oregon Department of Energy
Episode: Focus on Energy Affordability: Part 1 | OAS Episode 266
Craig Williams
Representative, Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Pennsylvania General Assembly
Episode: Focus on Energy Affordability: Part 1 | OAS Episode 266
Erin Covey
Lead coverage of the U.S. House for the Cook Political Report
Cook Political Report
Episode: Assessing Mid-Decade Redistricting | OAS Episode 265
Helen Brewer
Redistricting tracker at NCSL
National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL)
Episode: Assessing Mid-Decade Redistricting | OAS Episode 265
Julie Hocker
Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy
U.S. Department of Labor
Episode: Mental Health and the Workplace | OAS Episode 264 | May 17, 2026
Curtis VanderWall
Representative, Michigan
Michigan House of Representatives
Episode: Mental Health and the Workplace | OAS Episode 264 | May 17, 2026

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Ed Smith
Host of Our American States

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
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    I learned so many new things from the NCSL podcast I especially like the new inside storey addition!

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Great insights into state policy that are practical and timely.
Production quality is strong and topics stay relevant to state governments.
The show combines data with real-world examples from legislators and staff.
Guests bring deep expertise and clear explanations of complex issues.

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Assessing Mid-Decade Redistricting | OAS Episode 265
Q: Erin, given everything you've described, how many seats could realistically shift from Democrat to Republican over the next few cycles?
Estimating is tricky and varies by state, but the best-case scenarios suggest Republicans could net up to around a dozen seats in the South, while more conservative projections show fewer gains; overall, Democrats likely retain an edge in national conditions, making large shifts uncertain.
Focus on Energy Affordability: Part 1 | OAS Episode 266
Q: What are your policy priorities and how do you address data centers' impact on rate payers?
The guest outlines a multi-pronged approach including requiring data centers to build their own generation and pay for their own infrastructure, pursuing long-term power purchase agreements to hedge rates, and seeking legislation to empower regulators with clear authority to manage load impacts.
As July 4 Anniversary Approaches, We Remember Some State History | OAS Episode 263
Q: What marked Alaska's path to statehood and its constitutional design?
Alaska pursued the Tennessee Plan, held a 1955 Constitutional Convention, elected shadow senators and a representative to DC, and crafted a concise, resource-focused constitution that centralized authority and preserved public wealth for Alaskans.
As July 4 Anniversary Approaches, We Remember Some State History | OAS Episode 263
Q: How did Missouri move from territory to state, and what role did the 1820 Missouri Compromise play?
Missouri organized a rapid territorial government and then drafted a Constitution in 1820, which was promoted swiftly and later shaped by the Missouri Compromise, balancing slave and free states as the Union expanded.
As July 4 Anniversary Approaches, We Remember Some State History | OAS Episode 263
Q: Tell us about New Hampshire before 1776 and what made its early governance unique.
New Hampshire developed its governance around land grants and a local, evolving sense of independence that diverged from Massachusetts, with a provincial legislature operating under a dual-patent system before a formal state constitution emerged.

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Frequently Asked Questions About NCSL Podcasts

What is NCSL Podcasts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A policy-focused program that centers on state legislatures, governance, and public administration. Episodes frequently explore how laws are made, implemented, and funded, with deep dives into topics like mental health in the workplace, Medicaid policy, data-driven policymaking, and clean energy. Guests range from legislators and policymakers to researchers and agency officials, providing bipartisan perspectives, practical case studies, and actionable takeaways for state-level decision-makers. The show often highlights cross-cutting issues—health care costs, workforce development, oversight, and data transparency—making it a valuable resource for professionals shaping or analyzing state policy and for sponsors seeking a policy-forward, gove... more

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