Mandy Connell

IF YOU LOVE A GOOD STORYTELLER You are going to love the comedy of Ali Saddiq. He is a master storyteller and does so in a way that both gives you window into his world of growing up in the hood, going to prison for being a street pharmaceutical rep, and now living surrounded by lighter hued neighbors in a Houston gated community. He's masterful, profane, and often touches on parts of human nature that cross all racial and economic barriers. He joins me at 12:30, and his show this weekend at the Paramount has NINE tickets available as of this morning, but his show in Aspen has some tickets left if you're headed there this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Mandy Connell Show, Krista Kafer sits in for Mandy Connell and dives into two timely topics. Christy discusses the issue of gerrymandering in Colorado, where some Democrats want to manipulate the state's electoral map to eliminate Republican representation. She also shares her thoughts on the book "In COVID's Wake, How Politics Failed Us" by Stephen Makado and Francis Lee, which explores how politics failed to effectively address the COVID-19 pandemic. Krista also touches on the importance of vaccination and the effectiveness of mRNA vaccines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode, host Mandy Connell is filling in for the show, discussing the latest news and current events. She touches on the recent change in leadership at the Department of Homeland Security, with Mark Wayne Mullen taking over from Christy Noam. Mandy shares her thoughts on the situation and invites listeners to share their opinions. The conversation also delves into the situation in Iran, with a focus on the country's military capabilities and the potential implications of a conflict. Additionally, Mandy discusses the importance of being informed and critical when using AI tools, and invites Joe Levi, CEO of Noise Media, to share his expertise on the topic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Shawn Drotar explores the disconnect between Washington and the American people. He delves into the history of the US Constitution and how its original intent has been lost in the modern era. Shawn discusses how the founders envisioned a system where elected officials would serve their communities, then return home, but now, the incentives have shifted. He talks about the impact of social media, confirmation bias, and the consolidation of media, which has led to a culture of avoidance and a lack of compromise in politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today on the show, we're discussing the ongoing conflict in Iran. Ross filling in for Mandy, who's taking a day off. They dive into the latest developments, including President Trump's comments on the situation. Ross shares his thoughts on the war, its potential implications, and the international community's response. He also touches on the domestic politics surrounding the issue, including the reactions of Trump supporters and the contrast between Trump's campaign promises and his current actions. The conversation also explores the historical context of US-Iran relations and the potential consequences of the conflict.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode of The Mandy Connell Show, Mandy dives into the urban-rural divide in Colorado, discussing the challenges faced by rural communities. She's joined by Wade Haerle, executive director of Club 20, a group advocating for Western Slope interests. They talk about the need for improved roads, energy infrastructure, and a more balanced approach to economic development. Mandy also shares her thoughts on the decline of patriotism among Democrats and the importance of understanding the perspectives of rural Coloradans. The conversation touches on the complexities of rural-urban relationships and the need for cooperation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dad joke of the day, word of the day, Mandy's trivia question of the day & jeopardy! It's OF THE DAY! Today's opponent: Kelly Maher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SHOULDN'T CHARACTER MATTER IN POLITICS? Shouldn't the reason someone is in office matter? My friend Kelly Maher thinks so and when I saw this column by Jim Geraghty, who was here last weekend for the LPR Retreat, about Colorado's GOP incinerating itself I thought it was time to bring her back on. She's got a PAC called Restoring Standards and its sole goal is to get the crazy out of politics. Find out more about Restoring Standards here. She joins me at 2:30 to talk about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE WESTERN SLOPE WOULD LIKE A WORD We've talked a lot about the urban-rural divide in Colorado so today I've got the new Executive Director of Club 20, a longtime group which advocates for the Western Slope, on the show. Wade Haerle joins me at 1 to talk about the things they are trying to get the Legislature to pay attention to. Find out more by clicking here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The State of The Union was a Trump triumph, Weather Wednesday, and Barb Kirkmeyer joins us with What Fresh Hell from the Colorado Legislature.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dad joke of the day, word of the day, Mandy's trivia question of the day & jeopardy! It's OF THE DAY! Today's opponent: Ryan Edwards AND Benjamin Allbright.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BARB KIRKMEYER JOINS US WITH WHAT FRESH HELL IS THIS As a State Senator she has an insider's view of what's happening in the Capitol building and she shares at 1pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.