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The New England Take

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News, Politics, and Policy in New England. Hosted by A. J. Kierstead. NewEnglandTake.com Follow the show on Facebook/X: @NewEnglandTake
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Pints and Policy: Education Funding

Presented by Americans for Prosperity New Hampshire, https://americansforprosperity.org Speakers: Education Commissioner Frank Edelblut Deputy State Director Sarah Scott, Americans for Prosperity An enlightening evening of discussion and networking at our Pints & Policy event, hosted by Americans for Prosperity New Hampshire. This event delved into the crucial topic of education funding in the state, shedding light on its intricacies and exploring innovative solutions to improve educational ...

Jul 19, 20231 hr 1 min

Learning Courage: Jamie Forbes and his mission helping K-12 schools address sexual abuse

CEO Jamie Forbes of Learning Courage dives into how his non-profit organization is working to help K-12 private schools address sexual misconduct and abuse, in addition to his personal story of being a survivor. Watch Jamie Forbes' recent TEDx talk: https://youtu.be/84fF_bRjN5A Learn more about Learning Courage: https://learningcourage.org We have a Substack email list to get weekly updates to your inbox: https://substack.com/@newenglandtake Get the podcast version of the show early! Find the po...

Jul 18, 202321 min

The problem of Neo-Nazis and Drag Queens

Host A. J. Kierstead gives his opinion on the neo-nazi "social club" appearance at the Teatotaller Cafe's Drag Queen Story Hour in Concord, NH. "Juicy" drag queens are also a problem, though... This opinion piece was published in the Concord Monitor and Union Leader with editing by contributor Dexter Tarbox. We have a Substack email list to get weekly updates to your inbox: https://substack.com/@newenglandtake Get the podcast version of the show early! Find the podcast links at https://podcaster...

Jul 14, 20233 min

The best public school strategy to educate our kids? Also, where are we post COVID-19?

Concord School District Superintendent Kathleen Murphy breaks down their 2022-2025 Strategic Plan and gives an update on where the kids are after COVID-19. Read the full plan https://www.sau8.org/en-US/strategicplan We have a Substack email list to get weekly updates to your inbox: https://substack.com/@newenglandtake Get the podcast version of the show early! Find the podcast links at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenewenglandtakehttps://thenewenglandtake.com https://thenewenglandtak...

Jul 06, 202321 min

Live free or die with no income tax and a better budget

New Hampshire State Director Greg Moore of Americans for Prosperity breaks down the interest and dividends tax repeal now happening Jan. 1, 2025 and AFP-NH's overall 8 year strategy of lowering taxes. This segment is sponsored by Americans for Prosperity: https://americansforprosperity.org https://thenewenglandtake.com

Jun 27, 202319 min

How to prepare for small business financing in 2023 with Citizens Bank

To discuss what small businesses should consider when considering financing in 2023 and the advantages to a local bank, A. J. Kierstead is joined by Sarah Lindstrom of Citizens Bank. More about them is available at https://www.citizensbank.com/ https://thenewenglandtake.com

Jun 15, 202310 min

Is Dexter a dirty Trump simp or is there more to the picture?

Contributor Dexter Tarbox gives his defense of supporting Donald J. Trump in the 2024 presidential primaries while A. J. Kierstead remains skeptical that this is the path forward for the Republican party. https://thenewenglandtake.com

Jun 13, 202310 min

This conservative supports the Starbucks Workers United effort in New Hampshire

Host A. J. Kierstead is a supporter (even though he is a conservative) of the Starbucks Workers United movement and is joined by Tanner Armstrong, a shift supervisor and union organizer at the Rochester, NH Starbucks store. Learn more about Starbucks Workers United at https://sbworkersunited.org https://thenewenglandtake.com

Jun 08, 202314 min

Americans for Prosperity visits the Southern Border, how bad is it?

Immigration Policy Advisor Jordan Fischetti, Americans for Prosperity, dives into their recent trip to the United States Southern border, what the ending of Title 42 means, and how we can fix the situation. Presented by Americans for Prosperity Americans for Prosperity, https://americansforprosperity.org AFP Foundation, https://americansforprosperityfoundation.org https://thenewenglandtake.com...

Jun 06, 202322 min

Americans for Prosperity goes nationwide, a strong new voice in many states!

Regional State Director Ross Connolly discusses his expanded role at Americans for Prosperity, the importance of reaching all 50 states, and the importance of new voices in lawmaking. This episode is presented by Americans For Prosperity: https://americansforprosperity.org/ Read more about their nationwide expansion: https://americansforprosperity.org/vamericans-for-prosperity-expands-efforts-nationwide-to-reignite-the-american-dream/ https://thenewenglandtake.com...

May 23, 202315 min

BASED K-12 education in Colorado, an example for New Hampshire?

A. J. Kierstead and Dexter Tarbox discuss the conservative takeover of Woodland Park, Colorado's school system leading to an increase enrollment, fleeing of some local teachers, and a centering on traditional academics. Article discussed from NBC News: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/woodland-park-colorado-school-board-conservatives-rcna83311 https://thenewenglandtake.com...

May 18, 202315 min

Dumping Asylum Seekers in Maine and the Democrat's evil immigration policy

A. J. Kierstead and Dexter Tarbox discuss the dumping of supposed asylum seekers in Sanford, Maine and the unethical Democratic immigration policy of "lets find more cheap labor." Article discussed from Seacoast Online: https://www.seacoastonline.com/story/news/2023/05/10/sanford-me-asylum-seekers-organized-effort/70205728007/?fbclid=IwAR1dWJ0UKK7ZZq_SKFkYL6P8krWHSd667k0ZmMrYLbit5GWxKfRfLVWFSso Twitter clip from @greg_price11 : https://twitter.com/greg_price11/status/1656337581364183041 https://...

May 16, 202319 min

The amazing world of hunting and fishing in New England

Host Matt Capaldo of Hunt Fish New England discusses outdoor entertainment industry, locally made gear, and hunting/fishing in New England. Check out Hunt Fish New England: https://huntfishnewengland.com https://thenewenglandtake.com

Apr 25, 202329 min

It's time to lower energy costs, is the United States congress ready?

In partnership with Americans For Prosperity New Hampshire, https://americansforprosperity.org/state/new-hampshire/ Grassroots Engagement Director Christopher Maidment of Americans for Prosperity New Hampshire discusses H.R. 1, The Lower Energy Costs Act, that recently passed the US House of Representatives. Read the AFP letter to congress on the legislation: https://americansforprosperity.org/kva-vote-yes-on-h-r-1-the-lower-energy-costs-act/ https://thenewenglandtake.com...

Apr 17, 202320 min

Prevention Month and the importance families, no matter the make up

Becky Berk of NH Children's Trust dives into the importance of April's National Child Abuse Prevention Month, their free Resource Guide, and the many resources available for families of any make up. More on this at https://www.nhchildrenstrust.org/prevention-in-partnership https://thenewenglandtake.com

Apr 12, 202319 min

Oh god, the New Hampshire State Budget, what does it mean?

New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute's Phil Sletten discusses what on earth the budget process is, what are some big takeaways, and promote their webinar series diving into the details. More from them at https://nhfpi.org https://thenewenglandtake.com

Apr 11, 202310 min

Free State Project and Libertarian Party in New Hampshire with Zephan Wood

Zephan Wood is a law student, a member of the Free State Project, and works with the New Hampshire Liberty Alliance. He dives into the state of the NH libertarian movement and how they are working to change things through legislation. Follow him on Twitter at https://twitter.com/PorcupineLaw and learn more about the NHLA at https://www.nhliberty.org https://thenewenglandtake.com Subscribe to the podcast on Apple , Google , Spotify , and Pocket Casts . Follow the show on https://facebook.com/newe...

Feb 21, 202328 min

Eat some eggs.

Nutrition consultant and author Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD discusses the health benefits of eating eggs (yolk and all), including cholesterol, protein, and incorporation into your daily diet. Learn more about the benefits of eggs at https://www.incredibleegg.org https://thenewenglandtake.com Subscribe to the podcast on Apple , Google , Spotify , and Pocket Casts . Follow the show on https://facebook.com/newenglandtake , https://twitter.com/newenglandtake , https://instagram.com/newenglandtake...

Feb 15, 20239 min

"Liar?!?" The Biden State of the Union and a distaste for politicians

Matt Robison, Beyond Politics podcast and the Blue Amp Channel, joins A. J. Kierstead to discuss whether the State of the Union address should continue and A. J.'s distaste for modern politicians. Get more from Matt at https://www.youtube.com/@cschecter and https://beyondpoliticspodcast.com . https://thenewenglandtake.com Subscribe to the podcast on Apple , Google , Spotify , and Pocket Casts . Follow the show on https://facebook.com/newenglandtake , https://twitter.com/newenglandtake , https://...

Feb 13, 202321 min

The Toxic School Choice Debate

A. J. Kierstead discusses the bad faith and hypocritical arguments made by Democrats around school choice debate and New Hampshire's Education Freedom Account program. https://thenewenglandtake.com Subscribe to the podcast on Apple , Google , Spotify , and Pocket Casts . Follow the show on https://facebook.com/newenglandtake , https://twitter.com/newenglandtake , https://instagram.com/newenglandtake...

Feb 08, 202310 min

Attorney Peter Lando on Noncompetes

Attorney Peter Lando, Founding Partner at Lando & Anastasi, discusses the complex nature of the FTC's proposed rule to end noncompetes nationwide, including the impact on labor and technology in the United States. Learn more about Lando & Anastasi at https://www.lalaw.com Read the Boston Globe article: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/01/23/business/banning-noncompetes-could-have-major-implications-mass/ https://thenewenglandtake.com Subscribe to the podcast on Apple , Google , Spotify ,...

Feb 06, 202321 min

Nancy West, New Hampshire Center for Public Interest Journalism

Executive Director Nancy West, New Hampshire Center for Public Interest Journalism, discusses the online news outlet InDepthNH.org , the importance of journalism as a career, and being a "watchdog" for the people of New Hampshire. Be sure to check out their site InDepthNH.org and follow them on Twitter at https://twitter.com/nancywestnews https://thenewenglandtake.com Subscribe to the podcast on Apple , Google , Spotify , and Pocket Casts . Follow the show on https://facebook.com/newenglandtake ...

Jan 30, 202330 min

Crowder v. Daily Wire: Who's in the right?

Steven Crowder calls out the Daily Wire for their contract, but I think he is in unrealistic and in the wrong. https://thenewenglandtake.com Subscribe to the podcast on Apple , Google , Spotify , and Pocket Casts . Follow the show on https://facebook.com/newenglandtake , https://twitter.com/newenglandtake , https://instagram.com/newenglandtake...

Jan 23, 202310 min

Rep. Keith Ammon on crypto, nuclear, political parties, and Washignton, DC

NH Representative Keith Ammon discusses the political climate at the statehouse, his goals with crypto and nuclear energy legislation, and recent DC political headlines. Follow him on Twitter at https://twitter.com/repkeithammon Check out the Nuclear NH Study Commission site at https://nuclearnh.energy Subscribe to the podcast on Apple , Google , Spotify , and Pocket Casts . Follow the show on https://facebook.com/newenglandtake , https://twitter.com/newenglandtake , https://instagram.com/neweng...

Jan 16, 202329 min

Silly and terrible people on Twitter

A. J. gets blocked, A. J. gets annoyed, it's just another day in paradise... Subscribe to the podcast on Apple , Google , Spotify , and Pocket Casts . Follow the show on https://facebook.com/newenglandtake , https://twitter.com/newenglandtake , https://instagram.com/newenglandtake...

Jan 04, 202310 min
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