Wide Awake Minnesota

Nov 01 2024 20 ep. 31 mins 2
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Wide Awake Minnesota, a podcast hosted by Republican Party of Minnesota Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews, is where they pull back the curtain to give you an insider's perspective on Minnesota politics and the things Minnesota Democrats don't want you to know.

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Wide Awake Minnesota: Campaign Chronicles: Dahlia al-Aqidi and Tad Jude

Nov 01 2024 33 mins  
In this episode, Republican Party of Minnesota Executive Director Anna Mathews engages with guests Dahlia al-Aqidi and Tad Jude, Republican congressional candidates in Minnesota. Dahlia, who is challenging Ilhan Omar in the 5th District, discusses her vision for inclusivity and public safety and her opposition to Omar’s policies, which she argues have damaged the community, espec

Wide Awake Minnesota: Unpacking JD Vance’s Visit to Minneapolis and Media Bias

Oct 16 2024 24 mins  
In this episode, Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews discuss JD Vance's recent visit to Minneapolis and its contentious media coverage, focusing on rising crime, media bias, and political accountability. They criticize the media's portrayal of Vance's comments on the state of Minneapolis, arguing that the city's struggles with crime and business closures reflect

Wide Awake Minnesota: Minnesota's Election Integrity Under Fire

Oct 01 2024 26 mins  
In this episode, Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews discuss the concerns surrounding Minnesota's new automatic voter registration system, especially in light of recent reports that non-citizens have been mistakenly registered to vote due to the state's new "driver's licenses for all" law. They criticize the Minnesota DFL's one-sided implementation of election l

Wide Awake Minnesota: Inside the Polls: GOP Optimism and Democrat Challenges in Minnesota

Oct 01 2024 21 mins  
In this episode, Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews discuss the latest polling data for the 2024 elections, focusing on Minnesota's tight political landscape. They highlight how the Harris-Walz ticket struggles to gain traction, with polls showing a shrinking lead over Trump, especially among independent voters. They discuss that while Democrats lead in urban

Wide Awake Minnesota: Building Coalitions for the Future

Sep 05 2024 38 mins  
In this episode, Republican Party of Minnesota Executive Director Anna Mathews welcomes Representative Walter Hudson, the newly appointed Strategic Outreach and Engagement Director. They discuss the importance of outreach efforts in diverse communities, including Rep. Hudson’s initiative at the Juneteenth festival, where he engaged with voters by setting up a booth encouraging o

Wide Awake Minnesota: Don't Export Tim Walz: A Critical Look at His Governorship

Aug 04 2024 29 mins  
In this episode, Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews discuss Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's shortcomings and failures. They criticize his tenure as highly partisan, arguing that Walz has governed by catering to the far-left progressive base despite campaigning as a centrist. The hosts highlight several specific issues, including his handling of ele

Wide Awake Minnesota: Unity in Milwaukee: Inside the RNC Convention

Jul 20 2024 33 mins  
In this episode, Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews discuss the vibrant atmosphere and high level of unity among delegates at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Chairman Hann shares personal reflections on his first RNC Convention experience, noting the celebratory atmosphere and the camaraderie among delegates. They discuss the potential politi

Wide Awake Minnesota: Campaign Chronicles: Royce White and Taylor Rahm

Jul 11 2024 49 mins  
In this episode of Wide Awake Minnesota, Executive Director Anna Mathews sits down with two of the Minnesota Republican Party's most competitive candidates, Republican-endorsed U.S. Senate candidate Royce White and Republican-endorsed candidate for Congress in Minnesota's Second Congressional District Taylor Rahm, to discuss their campaigns against incumbents Rep. Angie Craig

Wide Awake Minnesota: The Debate: Biden's Stumble and Trump's Triumph

Jun 29 2024 30 mins  
In this episode, Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews analyze the recent Trump-Biden presidential debate. President Trump's composed, issue-focused performance starkly contrasts President Biden's apparent incoherence and confusion. Biden consistently finds it challenging to present coherent arguments and concentrate, implying that he is unfit for the office. Trum

Wide Awake Minnesota: A New Chapter for the Minnesota GOP

Jun 14 2024 17 mins  
In this episode, Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews celebrate significant milestones and discuss the politics of the state of Minnesota. The episode begins with the announcement that the Republican Party of Minnesota is debt-free for the first time in over a decade, a feat achieved through successful fundraising efforts, including a significant dinner event wit