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Politically Speaking

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

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

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Recent Guests

Chris Stigall
Conservative radio host and Republican candidate for Missouri's 6th Congressional District
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Episode: Chris Stigall
Sara Smith
Missouri Children's Division Director
Missouri Department of Social Services
Episode: Missouri expanded abortion access this month. Whether it stays that way is up to voters.
Gillian Wilcox
Executive at ACLU of Missouri
ACLU of Missouri
Episode: Missouri expanded abortion access this month. Whether it stays that way is up to voters.
Margaret Baum
Chief Medical Officer, Planned Parenthood Great Rivers
Planned Parenthood Great Rivers
Episode: Missouri expanded abortion access this month. Whether it stays that way is up to voters.
Margot Riphagem Dunn
Advocate for Planned Parenthood Great Rivers Action
Planned Parenthood Great Rivers Action
Episode: Missouri expanded abortion access this month. Whether it stays that way is up to voters.
Emily Wales
Representative, Planned Parenthood Great Plains
Planned Parenthood Great Plains
Episode: Missouri expanded abortion access this month. Whether it stays that way is up to voters.
Jason Law
Candidate for St. Charles County Executive; lieutenant colonel in a major regional police agency
Republican candidate for St. Charles County Executive
Episode: Jason Law
Nathan Willett
Candidate for Missouri 6th Congressional District
Missouri 6th Congressional District race
Episode: Nathan Willett
Sarah Labowitz
Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Episode: St. Louis wants federal funds for tornado recovery. But Congress has to act

Hosts

Jason Rosenbaum
Host of Politically Speaking Hour, St. Louis Public Radio
Sarah Kellogg
State government and state politics reporter; host on the program
Will Bauer
Metro East reporter; provides political analysis and reporting
Rachel Lippmann
Host; co-host of the Politically Speaking Hour; long-time reporter

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 83 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.

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    Missouri4Ever
    United Statesa year 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.

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    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

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Guests are consistently high-caliber with balanced, well-prepared questions.
Listeners praise the depth and breadth of Missouri politics coverage.
Podcast is a go-to resource for understanding state policy and elections, though some guests note occasional editorial framing by hosts.

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Steve Ehlmann (2026)
Q: Will you support a four-year term pledge and avoiding other political runs while in office?
Yes, he pledges to serve the full four years and not seek another office within that period.
Steve Ehlmann (2026)
Q: What is your stance on data centers and how to handle them in St. Charles County?
He advocates a cautious, data-driven process, waiting to hear both sides and studying potential impacts before making any final decisions, including considering a moratorium if needed.
Steve Ehlmann (2026)
Q: How do you view regional cooperation versus exercising power at the county level?
He emphasizes a balanced approach, highlighting road boards, regional funding, and collaboration with state entities to avoid overreach and to ensure that transportation and public safety projects benefit the region as a whole.
Steve Ehlmann (2026)
Q: What pushed you back into the race after announcing you wouldn't run again?
He believed it was necessary to defend the accomplishments of his team and counter opponents who weren't focusing on actual policy outcomes, ultimately deciding he could offer a stable, long-term plan by serving four years.
St. Louis wants federal funds for tornado recovery. But Congress has to act
Q: What is the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Relief Program and how does it work in disaster recovery?
It is an emergency program requiring congressional action to provide block grants to communities, distinct from FEMA funds, with flexibility on spending rules but a slow delivery timeline due to the need for emergency appropriations, HUD rulemaking, and grant agreements.

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A sharp, issue-driven exchanges on Missouri and regional politics, with frequent guests ranging from lawmakers and policymakers to academics and activists. Episodes tend to balance deep policy analysis (tax reform, education funding, redistricting) with real-world impacts on governance and elections, and they commonly feature perspectives from both parties, labor, and local government officials. A standout feature is the consistent emphasis on process, governance, and map-related debates, plus occasional examinations of ballot measures and grassroots organizing. This mix makes it useful for listeners who want clear, informed takes on state and regional politics, with access to a wide network of local and national voices.

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Recent guests on Politically Speaking include:

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2. Sara Smith
3. Gillian Wilcox
4. Margaret Baum
5. Margot Riphagem Dunn
6. Emily Wales
7. Jason Law
8. Nathan Willett

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