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CBCI Podcast
by Columbia Basin Conservative Institute
Promoting conservatism and conservative candidates. Exploring the state of politics in the Columbia Basin of Washington State and beyond.
Episodes
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Shifting Gears
Josh and Ken discuss some news about the podcast, the recent shocking assassination attempt, and the GOP VP selection. Visit shiftwa.org to learn more about Shift Washington.
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(For) Now We're Cooking With Gas
Jan Himbaugh joins the show to talk about I-2066. Jan is the Managing Director of External Affairs for the Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW) and she helps us break down the latest initiative that is currently gathering signatures. Is HB-1589 a harmless planning bill that furthers...
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Are You Too Good For Your Home?
Relax in the comfort of your home while listening to this deep dive into housing policy wonkery with Emily Hamilton from George Mason University's Mercatus Center. We find out what Seattle is doing well, what can be learned from other cities like Houston, and how more government regulation won't...
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Mike Kelly for Washington
Mike Kelly joins the podcast to discuss his candidacy for the state senate in Washington's 4th legislative district. We learn about how Mike's experience, his love of history, and the support of retiring Sen. Mike Padden led him to enter the race. We discuss the prospect of serving in the…
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Unintended Consequences
We welcome C. Jarrett Dieterle to the show to discuss the gig economy and alcohol policy. Jarrett is a resident senior fellow at R Street Institute. As a textbook example of unintended consequences, we touch on the recent calamity caused by a Seattle law impacting delivery driver pay. What can be...
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A Workhorse, Not a Showhorse
Leslie Lewallen joins the show to discuss her race to represent Washington's 3rd congressional district. We hear how Leslie grew interested in politics and eventually ran for the Camas city council. Leslie tells us why she decided to run for Congress after Republicans lost the seat in 2022 and…
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The Right, Honorable Charles C.W. Cooke
We welcome conservative royalty to the show with National Review's Charles C.W. Cooke. In advance of Charlie's upcoming talks in Spokane and Boise for the Mountain States Policy Center, we discuss the need for federalism and why Washington is no exception. We touch on the outlook in Congress and...
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Chaos Reigns
You've read the media coverage, heard the hot takes, and listened to the spin. But wait, there's more! Get the scoop on the Washington State Republican Party Convention held in Spokane from your hosts Josh and Ken. Was the convention chaotic pandemonium? A patriotic expression of "We The People"…
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A Brave Angel
We welcome Elizabeth Doll, Director of Braver Politics with Braver Angels, to the show. Elizabeth tells us about the mission of Braver Angels, which is to help bridge the partisan divide during these contentious times. We discuss the impact of social media on divisiveness, whether people should...
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Paradise City
We welcome Richland City Councilmember Ryan Whitten to the show for a lively in-person podcast. Ryan tells us about his background growing up in the Yakima Valley and serving in the Navy before settling in the Tri-Cities and ultimately joining the Richland City Council. We discuss what the job of…
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Minority Report
Rep. Chris Corry of Yakima’s 14th district (or is it the 15th?) joins the show to recap the recent legislative session and how to measure success while in the minority party. We learn how Chris first became interested in politics before transitioning to the session wins and losses using The...
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Getting Education Right
We are delighted to welcome Rick Hess to the show to discuss his new book, Getting Education Right: A Conservative Vision for Improving Early Childhood, K-12, and College. Rick is a Senior Fellow and Director of Education Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute. Is Biden's goal of...
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Homelessness in the Columbia Basin
Yakima County Commissioner Kyle Curtis joins the show to do a deep dive into homelessness in the Columbia Basin and his work with the Yakima County Homeless Coalition. How does this issue differ locally from what we see in the big cities? How does Yakima County partner with local non-profit...
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You Don't Know What It Means To Win
Josh and Ken have been down one time, two times...never going back again...but they will talk about Nikki Haley being on the ballot in Washington State, Cathy McMorris-Rodgers retiring from the House, and the recent 4th congressional district candidate meet-up in Yakima.
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Winning on Education
Chad Magendanz joins the show to discuss his campaign for Superintendent of Public Instruction. We address school funding, COVID learning loss, and how we can promote job training for our youth. Of course, we also dive into electoral politics and the role of partisanship in education. Is Chad...
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Frankly, Not Congressional Material
Breaking down the recent forum for the 4th congressional district race, come be enlightened on the many claims, accusations, and tomfoolery from certain candidates. What does HR 550 really do? Is Rep. Newhouse soft on the 2nd amendment? Should central Washington elect a Matt Gaetz disciple? Grab...
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He's Just Ken
Ken is back on the pod with Josh and they discuss Dave Reichert's visit to the Tri-Cities, the Benton County Republican Party's non-endorsement in the 4th Congressional District race, the latest on the presidential race, and the Roanoke Conference.
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Conserve The Things That Have Worked
Dr. Raul Garcia joins the show to tell us about his campaign for the U.S. Senate. We hear about his early years growing up in communist Cuba before fleeing to Spain and eventually settling in Miami. Then we dive into all the softball areas of politics: entitlements, abortion, Trump, health care,...
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Alternative View of the Facts
Josh flies solo and breaks down the complaints that he filed with the PDC against the We Want Accountability PAC, their response, and the ultimate judgment.
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Safe, Clean Energy
Rep. Stephanie Barnard from the 8th legislative district joins the show to preview the legislative session. We learn about Stephanie's early days as a PCO and volunteer for the Romney presidential campaign and learn about the bills she is introducing in the legislature. We discuss the hope for...
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The Dispatch
Josh and Ken catch up with a long overdue one-on-one to recap their brush with conservative royalty having met Jonah Goldberg and Kevin Williamson at an event in Bellevue. We also touch on the results from the local elections in November, the vacancy at the Kennewick City Council, and, of course,...
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Take the Initiative
Brian Heywood with Let’s Go Washington joins the show to discuss the six initiatives currently gathering signatures to be presented to the legislature. We learn about Brian’s background, and he walks us through what each of the six initiatives does. We discuss how Let’s Go Washington has changed...
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Jonesing for Protectionism
Ahoy! We give our fans what they want, and they have clamored for a deep dive into the Jones Act! What is the Jones Act? We have Colin Grabow from the Cato Institute join the show to help us break down a century-old law that makes your commute worse, your goods more expensive, and people in New...
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A Serious Leader for Serious Times
Congressman Dan Newhouse joins the show! We discuss a variety of topics in what has been a busy week: his recent editorial in the Washington Examiner on calls for a ceasefire in Israel, a letter he wrote with congressional colleagues to the Biden Administration about a leaked memo surrounding the...
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Bearing Fruit
We welcome Jon DeVaney to the show. Jon is the President of the Washington State Tree Fruit Association. We talk the impact of regulation and legislation on the ag industry including the Ag overtime rules and the disappearing family farm. You can learn more at wstfa.org.
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Standing With Israel
We welcome Randy Kessler, Regional Director for Stand With Us Northwest, to the show to give us an insightful history lesson on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict. Randy explains the mission of Stand With Us and discusses antisemitism's presence in the Pacific Northwest. We discuss the media...
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Hark! The Herald!
Annette Cary, Senior Reporter for the Tri-City Herald, joins the show to discuss local journalism's importance and enduring popularity. We discuss upcoming format changes to the Herald and what she sees as the future of the news media amidst the transition away from traditional print. Will AI...
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Yard Sign Gimp
We're here to give the people what they want, and what they want is more hot yard sign takes! We welcome renowned yard sign installation expert and friend to all, Ryan Jacobs, to the show. Ryan is the 8th Legislative District Chair for the Benton County Republican Party and he joins for part two…
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Mainstreamers Win
We welcome Deanna Martinez, Chair of the Mainstream Republicans of Washington, to the show. Deanna explains how she became involved in politics, how the Mainstream Republicans operate in the political landscape of Washington, what exactly is a "mainstream" candidate, and the importance of...
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Moonbats Among Us
Josh and Ken recap the CBCI event that featured the lovely and talented Brandi Kruse as the keynote speaker. We discuss Brandi's message along with thoughts delivered by Congressman Dan Newhouse who joined on a brief hiatus from the madness in Washington D.C. Is there hope from the moonbats? Time...
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Bringing Common Sense to the Tri-Cities
What does it mean to have common sense when it comes to politics? How can the Republican Party compete in Washington? Is Jaime Herrera Beutler an ideal candidate? Why listen to Josh and Ken ramble about these issues? Luckily, you don't have to, because we are beyond thrilled to welcome the one…
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The Mighty Eighth
We welcome Senator Matt Boehnke from the 8th District to the show to talk about how he became interested in politics. Then we dive into the hot topic of China and two bills he proposed to address the CCP's purchase of farmland and Chinese drones. We also delve into the world of autonomous…
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Edmund Burke Would Be Appalled
After so many high-profile guests, Josh and Ken chat one-on-one to recap the interviews with Todd Myers and Jim Walsh. Then, we jump into some outlandish claims that showed up in recent campaign emails only to follow the trail to a nonsensical radio interview from a local congressional candidate....
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Chairman Walsh
Jim Walsh is the newly elected Chair of the Washington State Republican Party. Jim joins us to tell us about his goals for the WSRP and why he thinks the Republican Party has struggled in Washington. We discuss what makes a "strong candidate" and how one should factor in electability when…
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"Why is the Climate So Bad, Todd?"
"I don't know, CBCI!" Now we are big time! We are delighted to welcome Todd Myers, Director of the Center for the Environment for the Washington Policy Center, to discuss his recent book (Time to Think Small). He's mostly known as our state Carnac the Magnificent of Gas Prices. Who could have...
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Planes, Trains, and Economic Development
CBCI is nothing if not a vestibule leading to political enlightenment, so with today's episode, we welcome Christy Rasmussen to the show to answer the burning question on everybody's mind: just what exactly do our ports do? Christy is a Port Commissioner with the Port of Benton and tells us how…
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How Rude
Rep. Skyler Rude (R-Walla Walla) from the 16th legislative district joins the show to school everyone on the importance of teaching our students financial literacy. We also touch on school choice and working across the aisle.
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Veritas et Justitia
On episode 15, Josh and Ken welcome Justin Raffa, Chair of the Elections Committee for the Benton County Democrats (and much more!), to discuss the dynamics of the local Democratic Party. We learn how Justin became involved in politics and what he does in his role with the local party. Is the…
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The No-So Great Debate
Just what everyone is yearning for, more hot takes and analysis from the recent Republican presidential debate. What were our favorite moments, any bright spots, and most importantly, what does the showing signify about the future of the Republican Party?
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Straight Out of Spokompton
Turning attention to the north, Jake Mayson, Director of Public Policy for Greater Spokane Incorporated, joins the show to give the scoop on the political landscape in Spokane including what to expect in the 2023 mayoral race. Wrapping things up, all take turns bestowing praise upon Cathy...
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Politics is a Game of Inches
Guestless and restless, Josh and Ken pontificate about the Richland School Board recall, Dan Newhouse's visit to the insane asylum, and the latest happenings in the presidential race. Get the real scoop on the vote to establish the January 6th commission and hear all about "having a beer" with…
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Seek Counseling
Josh and Ken welcome Tyler to the podcast to react live to the 2023 primary election results. After discussing the results of the Richland School Board, Seattle City Council, and Spokane Mayoral race, they digress into the electoral history of Calvin Coolidge and what makes a good career…
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You Can't Always Get What You Want
We welcome Rep. April Connors from the 8th district to tell us about her experience during her first legislative session. We touch on the amendment process, partisanship in the legislature, what the minority party can do to stop bad legislation, and whether it matters if citizens tell the...
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Enter Sandlin
Rep. Bryan Sandlin of the 15th legislative district joins the show to discuss his interest in politics from a young age, what prompted him to pause his political aspirations, and, ultimately, finally run for office last year. We hear about his experience as a freshman legislator, hopes for...
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The Establishment Claws
Having lost the recording of the 4th of July special episode, Josh and Ken have a quick conversation on the latest in the race to be Washington's next governor. Also, they try to break down the tactic of labeling one's opponent as (insert ominous music): "The Establishment"
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Sign, Sign, Everywhere A Sign
It's late spring, so campaign yard signs are in full bloom. Are they friends or foes? How many cliches can one handle in a yard sign? Josh and Ken gripe about the effectiveness of campaign signs and then dive into a rousing round of local yard sign critique and grading. Volume 1 of yard sign...
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Bugged Out
With Ken out sick (hopefully not from a mosquito-born illness), Josh interviews Angela Beehler, Executive Director, and Gretchen Graber, Education and Outreach Coordinator, from the Benton County Mosquito Control District. What does the district do? Does citronella work? And will bats save us?...
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Is the Mullet in Style?
Even more presidential candidates, a shake-up at the Washington GOP, and the Washington gubernatorial race gets interesting.
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Move to the City
After putting a ribbon on the debt ceiling talk, Josh (fresh off a jaunt to Seattle) and Ken talk about homelessness, big-city politics, and localism.
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All Over the Map
Josh and Ken hit on topics from near and far including a recap of our official kick-off meeting. Local filings, governor vetos, presidential politics, and more!
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Promoting conservatism and conservative candidates. Exploring the state of politics in the Columbia Basin of Washington State and beyond.
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CBCI Podcast is created and hosted by Columbia Basin Conservative Institute.
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