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Political as Heck Utah

Corey Astill
Utah
Utah Politics
Phil Lyman
Donald Trump
Utah State Legislature
Redistricting
Spencer Cox
Proposition 4
Utah Supreme Court
Republican Party
Amendment D
Immigration
Charlie Kirk
Salt Lake County
Legislation
Caucus System
Utah County
Utah Republican Party
Utah Attorney General
Governor Spencer Cox

Todd Weiler and Corey Astill discuss all things Utah politics

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Mike Petersen
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Episode: GUEST: Rep. Mike Petersen and Law Professor Robin Fretwell discuss the conversion therapy case at the U.S. Supreme Court
Robin Fretwell-Wilson
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Episode: GUEST: Rep. Mike Petersen and Law Professor Robin Fretwell discuss the conversion therapy case at the U.S. Supreme Court
Leslie Carpenter
Contract government relations specialist in Utah
Independent government relations professional
Episode: GUEST: Leslie Carpenter government relations professional talks lobbying on Utah's Capitol Hill
Lincoln Fillmore
Utah State Senator and education policy guest
Utah State Senate
Episode: GUEST: Sen. Lincoln Fillmore discusses education bills at the legislature
Celeste Maloy
U.S. Congressman discussing redistricting lawsuit
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: GUEST: U.S. Rep. Celeste Maloy talks Prop 4 litigation and GOP Chair Rob Axson explains the ballot petition
Rob Axson
Chair of the Republican Party in Utah
Republican Party of Utah
Episode: GUEST: U.S. Rep. Celeste Maloy talks Prop 4 litigation and GOP Chair Rob Axson explains the ballot petition
Ray Ward
Representative and family physician
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Episode: GUEST: Rep. Ray Ward and Sen. Evan Vickers
Evan Vickers
Senator and pharmacist
Owner of pharmacies in Southern Utah
Episode: GUEST: Rep. Ray Ward and Sen. Evan Vickers
Chris Wilson
Utah State Senator representing District 2, involved in legislative matters related to court expansion.
Utah State Senate
Episode: GUEST: Sen. Chris Wilson and Rep. Tyler Clancy

Hosts

Todd Weiler
State Senator and co-host, provides legislative and political analysis with a Utah focus
Corey Astill
Co-host and policy commentator focused on Utah politics and legislative process

Reviews

3.2 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • I appreciate hearing steel man arguments

    As someone skeptical of republican politics in Utah, I listen to Todd and Corey to get the inside view of what goes on in the legislature. I appreciate how Todd is a voice of moderation when Corey goes off the rails.

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    Xyon Curtain
    United States6 months ago
  • Recent episode on districting

    Two extremely biased politicians sharing the most biased take on recent events. I hope you both get voted out.

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    abritmix
    United States7 months ago
  • I appreciate hearing steel man arguments

    As someone skeptical of republican politics in Utah, I listen to Todd and Corey to get the inside view of what goes on in the legislature. I appreciate how that Todd is a voice of moderation when Corey goes off the rails.

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    Xyon Curtain
    United States7 months ago
  • Must listen podcast

    Todd and Corey are excellent, and their podcast is a must listen for anyone who wants to understand what is happening in Utah politics, and also at the national level from an Utah perspective. They understand the state and understand its politics extremely well. Plus, they are smart and interesting people to listen to.

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    TroyMKeller
    United States2 years ago
  • Credibility Specialist

    I took some time today to listen to your show!! Political as heck Utah , is a fantastic podcast with great info, advice, and perspectives. You won't regret listening to and learning from the podcast.

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    Credibility specialist
    United States3 years ago

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Praise for staying informed about Utah politics and local governance.

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GUEST: Rep. Mike Petersen and Law Professor Robin Fretwell discuss the conversion therapy case at the U.S. Supreme Court
Q: What year did you pass your Utah conversion therapy bill and what did it do?
The bill passed in 2023 and was designed to allow counselors to talk with minors while prohibiting barbaric and coercive practices, balancing guardrails to protect minors without completely restricting therapeutic dialogue.
GUEST: Rep. Mike Petersen and Law Professor Robin Fretwell discuss the conversion therapy case at the U.S. Supreme Court
Q: So last week, we had a decision that many conservatives are celebrating in the Childs v. Isitz Salazar case from the U.S. Supreme Court. Can you explain what that decision means for Utah's law?
The decision is seen as a potential validation of states' ability to regulate therapy practices while protecting speech, and it underscores that dialogue and safeguarding a child's welfare can coexist with free speech protections in therapeutic settings.
GUEST: Leslie Carpenter government relations professional talks lobbying on Utah's Capitol Hill
Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself and the business of being a lobbyist.
Leslie explains she started as a newer lobbyist with a focus on health care policy, emphasizes doing detailed research, building relationships, and providing timely information to legislators to help them consider policy impacts on Utahns.
GUEST: U.S. Rep. Celeste Maloy talks Prop 4 litigation and GOP Chair Rob Axson explains the ballot petition
Q: What is the Republican Party doing to push back?
They are collecting signatures for a petition to repeal Proposition 4 and return redistricting authority to the state legislature.
GUEST: U.S. Rep. Celeste Maloy talks Prop 4 litigation and GOP Chair Rob Axson explains the ballot petition
Q: What was the aim of that lawsuit?
To make sure that the redistricting process adheres to legal standards and ensures fair representation in congressional maps.

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A Utah-focused political show that treats state and local government as an ongoing, dynamic story. Across episodes, hosts dissect legislative moves, court rulings, redistricting, education policies, housing, healthcare, and election rules, often pairing sharp analysis with practical implications for residents and insiders. Guests range from lawmakers and party officials to lobbyists and policy experts, yielding a mix of legislative insight, strategic context, and real-world impact. The format tends toward candid, opinionated discussion with a commitment to explaining how changes in policy unfold and who they affect, making it useful for listeners who want to understand the mechanics of Utah politics and the people shaping it.

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1. Mike Petersen
2. Robin Fretwell-Wilson
3. Leslie Carpenter
4. Lincoln Fillmore
5. Celeste Maloy
6. Rob Axson
7. Ray Ward
8. Evan Vickers

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