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Dakota Political Junkies 'Political Junkies' is a fan-favorite segment from SDPB's news and arts program, In the Moment.Join host Lori Walsh as she discusses the top political headlines with journalists, former legislators, and political scientists from around the state.
Dakota Political Junkies

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Dakota Political Junkies

Dakota Political Junkies

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'Political Junkies' is a fan-favorite segment from SDPB's news and arts program, In the Moment.Join host Lori Walsh as she discusses the top political headlines with journalists, former legislators, and political scientists from around the state.

Most Recent Episodes

Analysis: Trump administration & judicial review

Lisa Hager, Ph.D., and David Wiltse, Ph.D., discuss the challenges that Trump's executive actions are facing in the courts, especially in regards to education.

Bob Mercer: 40 years of coverage at the Capitol

Since 1985, journalist Bob Mercer has left his mark on 40 South Dakota legislative sessions. He discusses his time as a reporter and as a governor's press secretary.

Analysis: 2025 legislative session & state government reset

Kevin Woster and Brad "Murdoc" Jurgensen discuss the surprises and frustrations of South Dakota's 2025 legislative session, from the ingestion bill to government funding.

Analysis: The 2025 legislative session in review

Jon Hunter and Michael Card explore the impact of a contentious 2024 primary, the ongoing debate over direct democracy, and the role of legislative mentorship.

Analysis: Governor spending & government transparency

The Dakota Scout requested former Gov. Kristi Noem's state credit card records last year. Jonathan Ellis shares why and how the story has developed since.

Analysis: When legislation impacts education

South Dakota Searchlight's Seth Tupper unpacks his commentary on the politics behind the teacher shortage.

Analysis: Open government and Gov. Rhoden's administration

Our Junkies discuss what they expect from the new governor. Plus, do taxpayers have a right to know how governors spend their money? Even when it's on a credit card?

Analysis: Appropriations committee changes come during a tight budget year

Former state lawmakers Jean Hunhoff and Linda Duba bring their years on the appropriations committee to analyze what current legislators are up against.

Analysis: Appropriations committee changes come during a tight budget year

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Analysis: President Trump seeks to refashion federal agencies

Our Dakota Political Junkies analyze how Trump wants to reshape the government and its implications for federal employees and state governments.

An interview with the state's new lieutenant governor

Rep. Tony Venhuizen has been named Gov. Larry Rhoden's pick for second-in-command. He shares how he'll bring his conservative values to the office.

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