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Politically Speaking

St. Louis Public Radio
Missouri
St. Louis
Donald Trump
Abortion Rights
Public Safety
Republican Party
Cori Bush
Illinois
Missouri Secretary Of State
Democratic Party
Immigration
Amendment 3
Minimum Wage
Redistricting
St. Louis County
Affordable Housing
Proposition A
Medicaid
Education Funding
Missouri General Assembly

Missouri's political news makers talk candidly with St. Louis Public Radio's Jason Rosenbaum, Rachel Lippmann, and Sarah Kellogg.

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Democrat Fred Wellman says he has what it takes to finally unseat GOP Congresswoman Ann Wagner. Wellman said Wagner was wrong to support the Iran War, adding that President Donald Trump didn’t have a firm strategy or reasoning for starting the confli... more

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On a special edition of Politically Speaking, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum talks with former Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey about his decision to step down as co-deputy director of FBI, his political future, and news reports that he didn't get al... more

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On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, Democratic St. Charles County Executive nominee David Veneziano talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about why his campaign is gaining traction in the traditionally GOP county — and his opinions on some of... more

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On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Sarah Kellogg joins the show to talk about the big takeaways from the nearly yearlong Missouri redistricting saga. Later in the program, Kalshi's Nicole Kagan tal... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Abney
Democratic nominee for Missouri's 22nd Senatorial District
Jefferson County campaign
Episode: Jeff Abney
Keri Ingle
House representative for the 35th District, Democratic candidate for Missouri Senate District 8
Missouri House of Representatives
Episode: Keri Ingle (2026)
Melanie Stinnett
Representative for Missouri House District 133 and Senate candidate for the 30th district
Missouri House of Representatives; Campaign for Senate
Episode: Melanie Stinnett (2026)
Steven Rogers
Political science professor at St. Louis University
St. Louis University
Episode: Donald Trump's standing in Missouri is looking ... shaky
Michael Wolff
Dean Emeritus at St. Louis University; former Missouri Supreme Court judge
St. Louis University
Episode: Donald Trump's standing in Missouri is looking ... shaky
Josh Smead
Democratic nominee for Missouri's 6th Congressional District
Democratic Party
Episode: Josh Smead
Rachel Proudie
State Representative and incoming Senator
Missouri House of Representatives
Episode: Raychel Proudie (2026)
Elissa Slotkin
U.S. Senator (Democrat); discussed campaign finance reform proposals
U.S. Senate/Policy advocate
Episode: America's campaign finance system is failure. Elissa Slotkin wants to fix it.
Tiffany Mueller
Senior staff member at N Citizens United; discussed reform ideas like public financing
N Citizens United
Episode: America's campaign finance system is failure. Elissa Slotkin wants to fix it.

Hosts

Jason Rosenbaum
Host of the show and politics correspondent
Rachel Lippmann
Co-host and St. Louis Public Radio justice correspondent/host
Sarah Kellogg
Co-host and State House and Politics Reporter/Host

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings
  • Editorialize Too Often

    I love this show, but it is very frustrating when the hosts will, at times, insert their own opinions and then attempt to frame them as a question in a effort to force a response from the guest. I’m all about hardball questions, but I would prefer it if there was less editorializing on the part of the hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Missouri4Ever
    United States2 years ago
  • Best archive of 21st century MO Political History

    If you want to know something about anything that happened between 2012 and today, which coincidentally was an extremely turbulent, politically fraught, and interesting period for our state…it’s almost certainly covered here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I.amreece
    United States3 years ago
  • Jonathan Ahl

    Loved your show with Tara Peters! Great questions!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    comingoutofthekitchen
    United States4 years ago
  • Jason R

    Love your podcast!

    I wonder if I could suggest that you interview Randi McCallian candidate for the 8 Congressional District by (Jason Smith?

    She’s amazing, I had her on my small podcast and just hope she could come on yours for a bigger audience!?😁

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    comingoutofthekitchen
    United States4 years ago
  • The definitive podcast about Missouri politics!

    Of course I like my own podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jason Rosenbaum
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners value in-depth, candid policy conversations and the hosts' tough but fair questioning.
Critiques note some editorial voice in places and a desire for even more accountability in interviews.
Fans appreciate the breadth of guests, including state officials and local candidates, and the clear explanations of complex issues.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Melanie Stinnett (2026)
Q: What distinguishes you as a candidate for the 30th Senate District seat?
Her track record in the House on disability services, including breaking down barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and her hands-on experience with local small business and community needs, position her as a pragmatic advocate for everyday constituents.
Melanie Stinnett (2026)
Q: Why did you decide to get involved in Missouri politics and run for office?
Stinnett talks about her background as a speech-language pathologist serving kids with disabilities, which exposed her to policy barriers around Medicaid, regulation, and access to care, motivating her to run to advance health care and disability policy.
Keri Ingle (2026)
Q: What motivates your run for the Senate and what will you push for if elected?
I believe the people of Senate District 8 deserve leaders who support public education, public safety, and a strong economy that works for all Missourians. I would push for policies addressing child welfare reform, safeguarding education funding, and ensuring a fair budget that protects vulnerable communities.
Keri Ingle (2026)
Q: Who are you and why did you get involved with Missouri politics?
I am Keri Ingle, a social worker and mom who started running in 2018 after realizing the policy direction in Jefferson City did not reflect my community's needs, especially in child welfare and education, and I wanted to try to make macro-level policy changes.
Donald Trump's standing in Missouri is looking ... shaky
Q: Your first question in your poll made me literally stop in my tracks, although I was not walking at 5.30 or 6 a.m. when I saw it.
Steven Rogers explains the surprising nature of the initial poll question and how it frames the overall discussion of Missouri voters and the political climate.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Politically Speaking

What is Politically Speaking about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, issue-driven feed focused on Missouri politics, policy, and elections. Episodes typically feature deep dives with elected officials, candidates, and policy experts, covering redistricting, election law, public safety, budgeting, and infrastructure. The show is known for fast-paced, on-the-record interviews that aim to illuminate state and local governance with practical context for voters and stakeholders. A standout characteristic is the balance of tough, informed questions from a trio of experienced reporters and regular cross-examinations of policy claims, which can appeal to listeners who want sharp political analysis and actionable insights for civic engagement, campaigns, or sponsorship alignment with public policy conversat... more

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2. Keri Ingle
3. Melanie Stinnett
4. Steven Rogers
5. Michael Wolff
6. Josh Smead
7. Rachel Proudie
8. Elissa Slotkin

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