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Party on the Peninsulas with Curtis Hertel Jr.

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Official podcast of the Michigan Democratic Party

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Latest Episodes

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This Week… What Michigan’s 2026 candidates revealed during a week of debates | Detroit Free Press Bipartisan Housing Bill Becomes Law Even Though Trump Refuses to Sign It | The New York Times In the News Michigan Politics and Policy Whitmer vetoes 9 ... more

This Week… Kleptocracy Is Trump’s Most Lucrative Business Venture The New Republic In the News Michigan Politics and Policy Michigan lawmakers pass $84B budget, 67 bills in marathon session | Bridge Michigan There Are Very Few Socialists in America |... more

This Week… Michigan lawmakers propose data center guardrails Detroit Free Press Voters Support a Data Center Moratorium Data for Progress Data Center Database The ‘Gander New Independent Analysis Outlines Roadmap for Responsible Data Center Developme... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Hawkins
Military veteran campaigning to flip the 55th State House District in Oakland County
Candidate for Michigan State House
Episode: $2.2 Billion…So Far (Guest: State House candidate Alex Hawkins)
Joey Andrews
State Representative, Berrien County
Michigan House of Representatives
Episode: Mike Rogers Just Doesn’t Get It (Guest: Representative Joey Andrews)
Jeremy Moss
State Senator, involved in Michigan election policy
Michigan Senate
Episode: Hope is Not a Choice (Guests: Senator Jeremy Moss, 58th District Nominee Katrina Manetta)
Katrina Manetta
58th District candidate in Macomb County, running for State House
Candidate, Michigan House of Representatives
Episode: Hope is Not a Choice (Guests: Senator Jeremy Moss, 58th District Nominee Katrina Manetta)
Erin Byrnes
Representative for Dearborn, primary sponsor of utility rate reforms
Michigan House of Representatives
Episode: Energy Inflation (Guests: Representative Erin Byrnes)
Jesse Lee
Senior Advisor for Clean Energy Economy at Climate Power Michigan
Climate Power Michigan
Episode: No Distractions: It’s The Economy, Donald! (Guest: Jesse Lee, Climate Power Michigan)
Donovan McKinney
State Representative from Detroit
Michigan State Legislature
Episode: Duggan’s Very Bad Week (Guest: Representative Donavan McKinney)
Chedrick Greene
Senator-elect, former firefighter, public servant
Michigan Senate (33rd district/saginaw valley area)
Episode: Landslide! (Guest: Senator-elect Chedrick Greene)
Eli Savit
Washtenaw County Prosecuting Attorney and Michigan Democratic Party endorsed candidate for Attorney General
Michigan Democratic Party
Episode: Detroit’s Dirt (Guest: Eli Savit)

Hosts

Curtis Hertel Jr.
Host of the show, MDP Chair; central figure in Michigan Democratic Party coverage
Walt Sore
Co-host/sidekick, frequent voice on Michigan politics and party coverage

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Essential politics

    A close look into the issues facing Michigan from the Democratic perspective, including stories you may not have heard or read about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Pyser
    United States5 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Really enjoy this on point podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MDPRocks
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast

    I love these podcasts. Very informative and well done! I look forward to learning about what is happening on the front lines from a Dems perspective! Keep on keeping on!! 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    negsml
    United States3 years ago
  • Gets to the Point

    MDP chair Lavora Barnes and her team provide a concise, well-produced summary of what the state’s Democratic leaders are doing to move Michigan forward. It’s a great way to start the week during your morning commute!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sucker for Overhyped Software
    United States3 years ago

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Essential politics: Close look at Michigan issues from a Democratic perspective with underreported stories.
Awesome Podcast: Informative and well-produced; front-line Michigan Dem perspective.
Gets to the Point: Concise, watchdog-style summaries of state leadership actions and organizing.
Great Podcast: On-point and insightful exploration of Michigan politics.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Hope is Not a Choice (Guests: Senator Jeremy Moss, 58th District Nominee Katrina Manetta)
Q: Senator Moss, how can the state of Michigan prevent Donald Trump from throwing a monkey wrench into the works?
We have prepared for this, recognized the threats, and are acting at the state legislative level to stop interference, emphasizing that elections are locally run and decentralized to prevent manipulation, while expanding access and reducing barriers to voting.
No Distractions: It’s The Economy, Donald! (Guest: Jesse Lee, Climate Power Michigan)
Q: You've heard what the president has to say about coal. Does this make any sense at all for the planet or the nation?
Jesse Lee argues that the emphasis on coal is economically and environmentally shortsighted, highlighting the cost to consumers, the missed opportunity in renewables, and the global shift toward cleaner energy as evidence that the proposed approach is not sustainable.
Duggan: Out! (Guest: Representative Penelope Tsernoglou)
Q: Representative Tsernoglou, why does Matt Hall dislike you so much?
She explains the timing and political calculations behind her removal, emphasizing that her committee activity and advocacy for investigating Epstein Interlochen ties were framed by leadership as problematic, but she positions it as a fight for accountability and transparency.
Energy Inflation (Guests: Representative Erin Byrnes)
Q: How is there bipartisan support for these bills, despite partisan tensions?
There is recognition across the aisle that utility affordability is a key issue and that the reforms provide guardrails to rein in costs, even though some legislators are cautious about signing on to Democratic-sponsored bills.
Energy Inflation (Guests: Representative Erin Byrnes)
Q: What are the core goals of the Ratepayer Bill of Rights package?
The package aims to protect consumers from rising utility costs by mandating independent audits, transparency in utility investments, and safeguards like return-on-equity limits and restrictions on lavish spending, with bipartisan support for some components.

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A politically-focused, state-level show that emphasizes accountability, policy details, and party perspectives on Michigan governance. Episodes frequently center on environmental policy, infrastructure, voter protection, and budget issues, often featuring guest experts and elected officials who illuminate how policy translates into real-world impact for families and communities. Noteworthy is the host duo's straightforward, watchdog-leaning analysis and a steady stream of insider guests from state government, media, and public service who provide practical takes on legislation, elections, and governance.

Listeners likely include politically engaged Michiganders, policy-minded professionals, and colleagues in government, advocacy, and media... more

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7. Donovan McKinney
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