Posts Published by Michael Brodkorb

BDBB – An interview with Representative Kristin Robbins

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

  • 00:02:14 – An interview with Representative Kristin Robbins.
  • 00:25:13 – Recap of the interview with Robbins.
  • 00:29:59 – The Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Saga.

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BDBB – An interview with MPLS Council Member Linea Palmisano

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb, Becky Scherr, and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following:

  • 00:01:10 – An interview with Minneapolis City Council Member Linea Palmisano.
  • 00:04:49 – Key issues Palmisano has focused on since being elected to the Minneapolis City Council.
  • 00:11:45 – A discussion on the resolution passed by the Minneapolis City Council related to the Hamas-Israel War.
  • 00:26:50 – An explanation of the alternative resolution introduced by Palmisano.
  • 00:36:09 – The rise of animosity and hostility towards elected officials.
  • 00:44:58 – Next steps with the resolution passed by the council.
  • 00:51:01 – A recap of the interview with Palmisano.

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BDBB – A recap of the 2024 New Hampshire Primary

On this special bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr are joined by Republicans Rep. Walter Hudson and John Rouleau and Democrats Susie Lewis and former Rep. Ryan Winkler for top-notch analysis and commentary on the New Hampshire Primary results.

    • 00:02:46 – President Joe Biden wasn’t on the ballot in the New Hampshire Primary, but he still won. What is the status of the race for the Democratic nomination for President?
    • 00:06:52 – Minnesota Congressman Dean Phillips won approximately 20 percent of the vote in the New Hampshire Primary. Where does Phillips go next?
    • 00:15:52 – Nikki Haley finished behind Donald Trump in the New Hampshire Primary. Did she do enough to stay in the race?
    • 00:23:55 – What is the path forward for Dean Phillips?
    • 00:29:09 – Can Donald Trump win in November?
    • 00:41:17 – If Donald Trump is convicted of a crime, is he fit for office?
    • 00:49:45 – Are voters optimistic or pessimistic about the future?
    • 00:55:50 – How Republicans and Democrats view the economy as an issue in 2024.

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BDBB – An Interview with Shannon Watson

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

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BDBB – The 2024 New Hampshire Primary

On this special bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr are joined by Rep. Walter HudsonJohn RouleauPreya Samsundar, and Dave Thul for a break down of the upcoming 2024 New Hampshire Primary.

  • 00:01:48 – Understanding the New Hampshire Primary, voting process, and delegate allocation.
  • 00:11:15 – Overview of the major candidates participating in the 2024 New Hampshire Primary.
  • 00:11:15 – Significance of the 2024 New Hampshire Primary in the race for the GOP nomination for president.
  • 00:39:23 – Predictions: Who will win the 2024 New Hampshire Primary?
  • 00:46:39 – The noncontroversy controversy over the Democratic National Committee mocking former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson.

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BDBB – A recap of the 2024 Iowa Republican Caucuses

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

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BDBB – The 2024 Iowa Republican Caucuses

On this special bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr are joined by Rep. Walter HudsonJohn Rouleau, and Preya Samsundar for a break down of the upcoming 2024 Iowa Republican Caucuses.

  • 00:02:09 – The differences between a caucus and a primary.
  • 00:06:00 – Historical context of the role of the Iowa Caucuses in the previous battles for the Republican nomination for president.
  • 00:18:15 – An explanation of how the Iowa Republican Caucuses work.
  • 00:34:18 – Discussion on the major candidates participating in the Iowa Caucuses and their campaign strategies.
  • 00:50:20 – Potential impact of the Iowa Republican Caucus results on the nomination process.
  • 00:55:50 – Predictions: Who will win the 2024 Iowa Republican Caucuses?

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BDBB – An interview with Andy Brehm and Fmr. Rep. Kelly Fenton

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

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