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The Gaggle: An Arizona politics podcast

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Helping you keep up with what matters in Arizona's political news. Each week we interview politicians, public figures or journalists to break down one local issue and how it affects your life in Arizona. Coming to you every Wednesday morning, The Gaggle is hosted by The Arizona Republic's national political reporters Ron Hansen and Stephanie Murray, and is produced by Amanda Luberto.

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There are still a few more races that are on the razors edge, but for the most part, the results of Arizona's midterm election is clear: Democrats won big.

They have the upper-hand after a historic midterm election, but the work is just getting star... more

Voting has ended in the 2026 midterms.

While finalized results of the election in Arizona are still to come, Democrats across the country scored historic gains that suggests Arizona will get bluer.

This week on The Gaggle, we're joined by three Rep... more

With the election just a week away, politicos are in the midterm home stretch. Most prognosticating and predicting what will happen on Nov. 3 is just about wrapped up, but the northeastern Arizona District 2 is getting some eleventh-hour buzz.

Is th... more

It's hard to ignore the nasty attack ads with accusations like "protecting pedophiles" and "choosing predators," not to mention typical policy attacks like tax cuts, immigration reform and what is best for Arizonans.

This week on The Gaggle, we go ... more

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Recent Guests

Stacey Barchenger
The Arizona Republic politics reporter covering the governor and attorney general races.
The Arizona Republic
Episode: Democrats' blue wave splashes Arizona
Laura Gersony
The Arizona Republic politics reporter covering Arizona's competitive congressional races.
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Episode: Democrats' blue wave splashes Arizona
Helen Rummel
The Arizona Republic reporter covering the state legislature and ballot measures.
The Arizona Republic
Episode: Democrats' blue wave splashes Arizona
Erin Covey
Leads U.S. House coverage for the Cook Political Report
Cook Political Report
Episode: A reality check on Arizona's possible blue wave and CD2
David Waid
Democratic political consultant and vice president of campaigns at Havalina.
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Episode: Midterm tv ads: the good, the bad and the ugly
Emily Ryan
Republican political consultant at Copper Star.
Copper Star
Episode: Midterm tv ads: the good, the bad and the ugly
Spencer Kimball
Founding director of the Emerson College Polling Center
Emerson College Polling Center
Episode: How Trump's approval rating could affect Arizona's midterm elections
Adrian Fontes
Incumbent Secretary of State (Democrat)
Arizona Secretary of State
Episode: The past looms over Fontes and Kolodin's secretary of state race
Alexander Kolodin
Republican candidate for Secretary of State
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Episode: The past looms over Fontes and Kolodin's secretary of state race

Hosts

Ron Hansen
Co-host, national politics reporter for The Republic (Arizona Republic / azcentral.com)
Stephanie Murray
Co-host, national politics reporter for The Republic (Arizona Republic / azcentral.com)

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 244 ratings
  • Far Left wing podcast

    If you like far-left wing politics this is a pod for you

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mtryan77
    United Statesa year ago
  • Truly Informative

    I appreciate The Gaggle’s commitment to honorable and honest journalism on all sides regarding the ever-interesting political landscape in our beloved state

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TM Lon
    United States3 years ago
  • As this podcast is provided by two news organizations, I would have hoped to see more balanced discussions from the hosts and guests. Alas, that is not the case. The terminology used is very biased, calling abortion "reproductive rights" (I'm sure they would object to using the term "pre-born baby killing as biased"), using ultra-conservative (and not the opposite ultra-progressive - which the hosts and guests seem to be) and many other examples of biased terminology. Please provide more balance... more

    Podcast Addict
    2
    dbfen
    3 years ago
  • Essential Guide to Arizona Politics

    Ignore the whack jobs with their crazy conspiracy ax grinding (blame it on the Arizona sun—summers here drive everyone a little crazy!) This podcast has done so much to acquaint me with the landscape of the state’s politics and the issues unique to where we live. I feel much better informed since subscribing.

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    dads dirty hole
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent reporting on AZ policy issues

    Podcast Addict
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    4Justice
    4 years ago

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Democrats' blue wave splashes Arizona
Q: So how much of this turnaround is due to his opponent? Is this a Jay Feely thing or is this really a Donald Trump thing?
Gersony says the early results reflect a broad shift across Arizona federal races, rather than the effect of any single candidate or contest.
Democrats' blue wave splashes Arizona
Q: So why couldn't Congressman Biggs make this more competitive?
Barchenger points to the national Democratic shift, Biggs's close alignment with Donald Trump, and Hobbs's substantial campaign and outside spending advantage.
A reality check on Arizona's possible blue wave and CD2
Q: How likely is that? And is there any other reason to think that he can pull together a coalition that can get over the finish line ahead of Crane?
Covey says Republican turnout is uncertain, though indicators point to stronger Democratic motivation. Nez would need lower Republican turnout and substantial support from unaffiliated voters, many of whom view Trump unfavorably.
A reality check on Arizona's possible blue wave and CD2
Q: So tell us why you moved Eli Crane's race from likely Republican to lean Republican and what that means.
Covey says the district is normally safely Republican, but Nez is a strong challenger, the political environment has shifted, and polling and spending indicate a more competitive race. Crane remains the favorite, but Republicans no longer have the same clear advantage.
How Trump's approval rating could affect Arizona's midterm elections
Q: What is causing that drop off and to make it so much more difficult for President Trump this time around compared to 2018 when it comes to approval?
Kimball says Trump's 2024 coalition has fractured, with younger voters and Hispanic voters shifting away. He cites deportation policy, tariffs, the Iran war and dissatisfaction with the economy as contributing factors.

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