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The Get More Smarter Podcast - A Weekly Show About Colorado Politics

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The Get More Smarter Podcast is a weekly overview of Colorado politics. The podcast is hosted by seasoned Colorado politicos Jason Bane of ColoradoPols.com and Ian Silverii, former 9News talking head, former Denver Post Columnist, former Executive Director of ProgressNow Colorado, and current has-been. Each week they dive into the local and national news, and for some reason, have had Governors, ... more

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This week on the Get More Smarter Podcast, Donald Trump is trying to bribe voters with $5,000 checks if Republicans win the House and the Senate in the midterms, which we should point out, is very illegal, but also, that d... more

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This week on the Get More Smarter Podcast, We’re now 8 weeks from the most consequential election of our lives, so we’ve got some updates on the ballot as the huge list of 2026 ballot initiatives is finally certified and C... more

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This week on the Get More Smarter Podcast, he’s a little slow on the uptake, but it seems like GOP nominee for Colorado Governor Victor Marx is finally realizing he’s probably in a lot of trouble for his fake merch store s... more

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This week on the Get More Smarter Podcast, with about 70 days left to the 2026 Midterms (yes, we checked) we check in on a few of the interesting elections in Colorado, even if they’re all foregone conclusions. 

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Recent Guests

Amanda Gonzalez
Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder; Democratic candidate for Colorado Secretary of State
Colorado politics / Clerk and Recorder, Jeffco
Episode: The Cajun Karate Master (feat. Amanda Gonzalez)
Dwayne Romero
Democratic candidate for Colorado's 3rd congressional district
Democratic Party / Campaign: Romero for Colorado
Episode: Where is the Floor? (feat. Dwayne Romero)
Victor Marx
Republican gubernatorial candidate
Republican candidate for Colorado governor
Episode: Blame it on Biden
Alex Kelloff
Democratic candidate for Colorado's Third Congressional District
Democratic Party
Episode: Toasting and Un-Toasting the Bread Sandwich (feat. Alex Kelloff)
Evan Munsing
Democratic candidate for Colorado's 8th Congressional District
Democratic Party
Episode: Colorado Republicans Have No Confidence in Anything (feat. Evan Munsing)
Shannon Bird
Candidate for Colorado's 8th congressional district
Democratic candidate
Episode: The DHS Secretary is Noem More (feat. Joe Neguse and Shannon Bird)
Manny Rutinel
State Representative, candidate for Colorado's 8th Congressional District
Colorado House of Representatives, Democratic candidate for CD8
Episode: Why is Inflation? (feat. Manny Rutinel)
Dr. Francisco Rodriguez
Senior research fellow at the Center for Economic and Policy Research; University of Denver affiliate; Venezuelan economist and politics expert
Center for Economic and Policy Research; University of Denver
Episode: We May Have Reached Rock Bottoms (feat. Dr. Francisco Rodriguez)
Tom Pepinsky
Walter F. LaFaber Professor of Government and Public Policy at Cornell University; non-resident senior fellow in the foreign policy program at the Brookings Institution
Cornell University; Brookings Institution
Episode: On a Scale of Zero to Authoritarianism, Where are We Now? (feat. Tom Pepinsky)

Hosts

Jason Bane
Host of The Get More Smarter Podcast
Ian Silverii
Host of The Get More Smarter Podcast and Colorado politics commentator

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 150 ratings
  • 100th

    A good listen 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michaelk5280
    United States2 months ago
  • Democratic and politics insiders

    One criticism right off: the levels on the microphones of the two hosts are completely off. One mic level is way too high, the other too low, so I’m constantly adjusting the volume when one or the other speaks.

    This is a great podcast focused Colorado politics from the perspective of centrist Democrat insiders. This isn’t boring, misleading, newsy stuff. The problem with “news” is how much the average person has to read between the lines to get an understanding of what’s really happening. This... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    kouvenhowen
    United States6 months ago
  • Can I give more stars??

    A bright spot in a dark chapter of history, Jason and Ian share their knowledge, wit, and most of all the small bit of lightness to a review of otherwise depressing individuals and actions in today’s world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Needmoresnow
    United States7 months ago
  • Informative and hilarious

    Podchaser
    5
    James
    8 months ago
  • Snarky know-it-alls emblematic of CO’s decline

    If you want to hear 2 arrogant know-it-alls delivery the only possible correct take on every issue ever, this is your podcast. They don’t like anyone who disagrees with them. They talk down to the opposition. They bring on guests who agree with their agenda for softball interviews where nothing is challenged. Rename this to the “CO circlejerk / fluffing one another as the state is burning.”

    My suggestion would be: look at how this state has changed in the last 10–15 years. Why is the crime and... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    slickywilly407
    United States8 months ago

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A few reviews note the show can be long, but still highly informative for Colorado political followers.
Many appreciate the mix of entertaining commentary with deep dives into policy and campaigns.
Listeners praise the show for being insightful, witty, and grounded in Colorado politics.
Microphone levels are inconsistent across hosts, per one listener feedback point.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Toasting and Un-Toasting the Bread Sandwich (feat. Alex Kelloff)
Q: Why are you running for Congress in CD3 now?
Kelloff cites a wake-up call after the 2024 election and his concern about the direction of the country under the current administration, plus his long history in business and desire to give back by representing southern Colorado.
Republicans are Literally Going to Kill People (feat. Karen Middleton)
Q: What can listeners do if they want to help or get involved?
Visit COBALT's site to use the call-to-action for time, treasure, and talent; participate in committees, donate, join local events, and spread information to mobilize across communities and issues.
Republicans are Literally Going to Kill People (feat. Karen Middleton)
Q: How did the COBALT Abortion Fund evolve during the Dobbs era, and what does it do today?
It grew from a small volunteer-led fund to a robust program within COBALT that provides financial assistance, logistical support, and travel aid for patients, handling multimillion-dollar flows and expanding staff to five full-time positions to navigate patients' needs.
Team Normal and the Escape Goats (feat. Jessica Killin)
Q: What would you do in your first year in Congress to gain the trust of Colorado Springs voters?
Killin focuses on outreach, town halls, breaking bread with diverse stakeholders, and leading with a transparent, service-oriented leadership style to rebuild trust and demonstrate tangible solutions for housing, healthcare, and the cost of living.
Team Normal and the Escape Goats (feat. Jessica Killin)
Q: Tell us about yourself, your career, and why you're running for Congress.
Killin outlines her background as a fourth-generation Coloradan, Army veteran, former Chief of Staff in the White House, Capitol Hill experience, and time at USAA, explaining her motivation to improve governance and accountability in Congress and serve her community.

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This show provides a fast-paced, no-nonsense take on Colorado politics, mixing sharp analysis with playful banter. Episodes frequently feature high-profile guests and deep dives into elections, fundraising, and policy, with an emphasis on how national headlines intersect with state politics. The hosts' blend of wit and insider perspective helps listeners understand campaign dynamics, governance, and media coverage, while also offering entertaining commentary that fans often cite as a reason to keep coming back. A standout trait is the show's ability to break down complex political finance and election administration topics in a way that's approachable for engaged residents, policymakers, and professionals interested in Colorado politics.

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2. Dwayne Romero
3. Victor Marx
4. Alex Kelloff
5. Evan Munsing
6. Shannon Bird
7. Manny Rutinel
8. Dr. Francisco Rodriguez

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