Can Obama, Republicans compromise on deficit?
On this week's Talking Michigan Politics, Ed and Jeff discuss competing plans to reduce the federal budget deficit and a compromise on the pension tax proposal in Michigan.
Apr 15, 2011•29 min
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Why Gov. Rick Snyder's plan to tax pensions has little support
On this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast, Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder talk about state GOP leaders' 90-day update, the federal budget standoff and changes in city of Grand Rapids' garbage policies and incentives to boost recycling.
Apr 01, 2011•26 min
Should U.S. be bombing Libya; controversy over Rev. Rob Bell's claim there is no Hell
Everyone knows two things off limits for casual conversation are politics and religion so on this week's Talking Michigan Politics, Ed and Jeff take on U.S. Rep. Justin Amash's opposition to U.S. military action in Libya, state tax policy and the controversy sparked by the Rev. Rob Bell about whether there is a Hell.
Mar 25, 2011•31 min
Do Michigan protestors have a point? Does it matter that NPR sting tape was edited?
And buzz is building about at Grand Rapids casino.
Mar 17, 2011•22 min
Michigan inches closer to Wisconsin in labor battle and NPR seals its own federal funding fate
Collective bargaining's fate in Michigan, the GOP's future resting with Hispanic voters and tweaks in the state budget, on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.
Mar 10, 2011•33 min
Q&A with Gov. Rick Snyder's budget director about Michigan's 'shared sacrifice' plan
On this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast, state budget director John Nixon answers questions about the bold cuts and tax changes he and Gov. Rick Snyder have proposed. Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder also discuss the legislative proposal that would enable a vote to merge Kent County and Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Public Schools Supt. Bernard Taylor's possible departure for a post in Syracuse.
Mar 02, 2011•28 min
Why Rick Snyder won't pick same fights as embattled Wisconsin governor
The future of offshore oil drilling in the wake of the investigation of the BP Gulf spill. Can Grand Rapids and Kent County become one? And President Obama changes directions on gay marriage on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast.
Feb 25, 2011•30 min
Q&A with Gov. Rick Snyder about his budget plan for Michigan
Gov. Rick Snyder answered some questions about the controversial and ambitious budget he laid out Thursday before lawmakers in Lansing.
Feb 18, 2011•8 min
Michigan, U.S. face budget dilemmas as Snyder, Obama unveil plans
Budget matters, both in Michigan and the nation, dominate this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.
Feb 17, 2011•26 min
Surprising no vote on Patriot Act
Congressman Justin Amash's vote against the Patriot Act, the highly anticipated major spending cuts in Michigan government becomes public next week and how the State of the City address provoked debate about what God's name is on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast.
Feb 11, 2011•34 min
What cuts should we expect in Gov. Rick Snyder's budget? Will Michigan reform teach tenure?
What cuts to expect in Gov. Rick Snyder’s bold budget, the future of the national health care law, and a Grand Rapids-Kent County metro government proposal on this week’s Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder:
Feb 04, 2011•29 min
Are property taxes going up, a strong showing for Pete Hoekstra in a Senate poll, and Gov. Rick Snyder's plans to balance the budget
In a special Talking Michigan Politics podcast recorded after Gov. Rick Snyder addressed the Michigan Press Association in Detroit, Grand Rapids Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder discuss:
Jan 29, 2011•19 min
Podcast: Obama's State of the Union strategy; Rosalynn Carter's fight against mental health stigma and Gov. Rick Snyder's budget plans
What did we learn from the State of the Union and reaction; examining mental health in the wake of Arizona shootings; and what to expect in a radically different Michigan state budget on this week's Talking Michigan Politics with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.
Jan 26, 2011•29 min
Gov. Rick Snyder's State of the State, President Obama's approval ratings and a Tiger Mother's defense
Analysis of Gov. Rick Snyder's first State of the State address, a look at President Obama's approval two years in, and "Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother" on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Grand Rapids Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.
Jan 20, 2011•28 min
President Obama's speech in Arizona receives wide-spread praise
President Obama's speech in Tucson is the topic of a special edition of the Talking Michigan Politics podcast.
Jan 13, 2011•8 min
Fallout from Arizona shooting rampage; Gov. Rick Snyder's State of the State preview
On this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast, press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder discuss the fallout from the deadly shooting rampage in Arizona, a preview of Gov. Rick Snyder's State of the State address and how development is progressing in downtown Grand Rapids.
Jan 13, 2011•27 min
Will Governor Snyder's plan to restore Michigan work?
Pure Michigan, Gov. Rick Snyder's call for shared sacrifice, media pros disclosing personal information, the Navy commander scandal and more on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.
Jan 06, 2011•30 min
Silence on suburban Detroit prostitution clients; Snyder appeals to the center and Michele Bachmann's Michigan stops
On this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast, Grand Valley State University's Matt McLogan joins Press political editor Jeff Cranson to talk about Gov. Rick Snyder's bold ambitions, Michele Bachmann's visits to Grand Rapids and Troy and what to expect from Michigan's Congressional delegation in the new session.
Dec 30, 2010•26 min
Interview with Gov.-elect Rick Snyder
On a special edition of the Talking Michigan Politics podcast, Michigan Gov.-elect Rick Snyder talks about his ambitious plans for 2011, his tax restructuring plan and his hope to work with people in the center and not spend time on the extremes.
Dec 30, 2010•9 min
Gov. Granholm's legacy, Michele Bachmann's role in Michigan politics and the dismal Census numbers
On this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast, Grand Rapids Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder discuss Gov. Jennifer Granholm's legacy, Michele Bachmann's visit to Grand Rapids, the Census release. Conversation starters this week focus on ways parents try to preserve Santa for kids and a tribute to Eloise Johnson, patron saint of music in Grand Rapids.
Dec 23, 2010•27 min
Podcast: Why Democrats are praising Rick Snyder, Rep. Ehlers votes to repeal Don't Ask, Don't Tell
Why Democrats are praising Rick Snyder, Rep. Ehlers votes to repeal Don't Ask, Don't Tell
Dec 16, 2010•30 min
Why did President Obama extend tax cuts for rich and polls show Sen. Debbie Stabenow at risk
President Obama in the middle, Michigan's lame-duck Legislature and a Grand Rapids mayor's bid for a third term on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.
Dec 09, 2010•37 min
Will WikiLeaks bring down America and are we ready to sacrifice to balance the federal budget?
Podcast crew also discusses surprises by Governor-elect Rick Snyder and lame-duck lawmakers.
Dec 02, 2010•33 min
Are Fox News commentators deliberately distorting news as Jimmy Carter suggests?
On this week's Talking Michigan Politics, Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder discuss President Carter's statements about Fox News, upcoming races for Grand Rapids mayor and the U.S. Senate, the unemployment benefits extension, former Michigan Supreme Court Justice Betty Weaver being censured, the early battle for Michigan GOP chairman, more people supporting auto bailouts and the TSA's "Don't touch my junk" dilemma.
Nov 24, 2010•33 min
Will Rick Snyder, Republicans raise taxes to balance Michigan's budget?
Nancy Pelosi's woes, tax talk in Lansing and Washington, Bloomberg-Scarborough for president, what gives a city soul and more on this week's Talking Michigan Politics with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder:
Nov 18, 2010•32 min
Breaking down Rick Snyder's staff picks, what spending federal government may cut
This week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast: Surveys provide surprising findings on Tea Partiers and trade agreements; a Christian roommates controversy in Grand Rapids, and Rick Snyder's first moves as governor-elect.
Nov 11, 2010•33 min
How will Tea Party victories change Washington?
On this week's post-election Talking Michigan Politics podcast, demographics analyst Peter Bratt joins Grand Rapids Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder to talk about Tuesday's election results.
Nov 04, 2010•31 min
Will head stomping by Rand Paul supporter impact elections, and what does poor turnout for Clinton, Bernero event mean
GVSU's Matt McLogan joins Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder for the final Talking Michigan Politics podcast before Tuesday's mid-term elections. Topics include: Clinton, Bernero event fails to draw The Rand Paul supporter head stomp Turnout China's role in political races
Oct 28, 2010•37 min
Is Christine O'Donnell wrong about Constitution and separation of church and state?
Christine O'Donnell sets us straight on the Constitution, more news on hidden campaign contributions, and whether Glenn Beck contributed to a gunman's rage on this week's Talking Michigan Politics podcast.
Oct 21, 2010•34 min
Interview: Rick Snyder talks about China, Pure Michigan and campaign finance disclosure
An interview with GOP candidate for governor, Rick Snyder; analysis of his debate with Democrat Virg Bernero; the tight race for Kent County's 29th Senate district are topics on this week's Talking Michigan Politics with Press editors Jeff Cranson and Ed Golder.
Oct 14, 2010•33 min
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