Bonus Episode: Trump and Vance in Minnesota, Walz Stock Goes Up, Trump and Vance’s Controversial Comments

On this special bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

Trump’s Minnesota Rally

• 00:01:12 – Discussion on the former President Donald Trump and J.D. Vance’s rally in St. Cloud, Minnesota.
• 00:02:25 – Analysis of the rally’s enthusiasm and implications for Minnesota’s political landscape.

Kamala Harris Leading Polls

• 00:03:43 – Discussion on the recent KSTP poll showing Vice President Kamala Harris leading Trump by ten points in Minnesota.
• 00:04:41 – Analysis of the poll’s details and Harris’s increased support among women and independents.

Trump’s Post-Assassination Attempt Impact

• 00:06:13 – Discussion on the lack of a poll bump for Trump after the assassination attempt.
• 00:06:45 – Reflections on Trump’s unchanged rhetoric and its impact on his campaign.

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A break down on Walz for VP and the energized Democratic Party

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

• 00:01:45 – Will Davis on the case for Governor Tim Walz to be picked as Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate. 
• 00:34:30 – A recap of the interview with Davis.
• 00:39:12 – An interview with Senator Erin Maye Quade on the energy inside the Democratic Party around Vice President Harris. 
• 01:11:24 – A recap of the interview with Maye Quade.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return this week with a bonus episode on former President Donald Trump’s visit to Minnesota and the controversial comments made by his running mate, U.S. Senator J.D. Vance. 

A break down about Biden bowing out of the presidential race

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr are joined by Mark Drake and John Rouleau to discuss President Joe Biden’s unexpected decision to exit the presidential race and break down the following:

• 00:01:00 – Initial reactions to President Biden’s dropping out of the presidential race. 
• 00:05:30 – Analysis of Biden’s method of announcing his departure.
• 00:09:30 – Biden’s health, lack of public appearances, and implications on his presidency.
• 00:13:00 – The nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris
• 00:17:00 – Analysis of Harris’s potential strategies and challenges.
• 00:22:00 – Impact on the Democratic National Convention
• 00:26:00 – Electoral Implications and Key States
• 00:33:00 – Speculation on who Harris might choose as her vice president.
• 00:38:00 – Polling and Voter Enthusiasm
• 00:47:00 – A look ahead to the next steps in the campaign and future podcast discussions.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

A break down with Don Samuels with an update on his campaign against Rep. Ilhan Omar

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

• 00:01:00 – An interview with Don Samuels, a former Minneapolis City Council with an update on his rematch against Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) in the DFL Primary Election for Congress in Minnesota’s Fifth Congressional District.
• 00:35:21 – A recap of the interview with Samuels.

Please listen to the Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky’s interview with Samuels from last November. 

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

A break down about Biden’s struggles: polls, politics, and predictions

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr are joined by Mark Drake and John Rouleau to continue their discussion on the fallout from the first presidential debate.

They delve into the latest polling data, President Biden’s performance, and the implications for the Democratic Party. The conversation also covers Biden’s declining approval ratings, the potential for a new Democratic nominee, and historical political circumstances facing the Democratic Party.  

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

Bonus Episode: A Break Down of the Biden and Trump Debate

On this special bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr are joined by Darwin Forsyth, Communications Director for the Minnesota DFL, and Anna Mathews, Executive Director for the Republican Party of Minnesota, for a break down of the historical debate between President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump.  

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

A break down about Royce White’s scandals, presidential polls, the ’24 deciders, and Wheel of Fortune

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

• 00:00:51 – Michael’s podcast studio renovations: A shout-out to DIY daughters
• 00:03:15 – Chaos in the campaign: Royce White’s ongoing troubles
• 00:19:20 – Presidential polling shifts: Biden takes the lead
• 00:34:50 –  A new Washington Post article titled, “The 2024 ‘Deciders’: Who are they and what makes them tick?”
• 00:45:44 – A Wheel of Fortune farewell: Becky reflects on Pat Sajak’s legacy

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

A break down with Joe Fraser, GOP candidate for the U.S. Senate

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

• 00:01:27 – An interview with Joe Fraser, GOP candidate for the U.S. Senate. 
• 00:28:00 – Recap of the interview with Fraser. 
• 00:34:11 – A new poll shows a tight race for president in Minnesota and Trump voters are more enthusiastic than Biden voters. 

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.