Do Politics Better Podcast

Sen. Danny Britt Keeps Winning on Election Day and in the General Assembly

Sen. Danny Britt talks about his 67% Democratic leaning district, his impressive work on criminal justice reform, and how he works across the political aisle to move major legislation.  

Brian and Skye also follow a bill during crossover that was a roller-coaster ride, explain why the Tennessee flag was flying atop the NC State Capitol, and so much more.   

Crossover Week, a Conversation with Senator Mutjaba Mohammed, and Legislative Maneuvers

Brian and Skye talk about long days and late nights this week at the North Carolina General Assembly, which is running at a frenetic pace as we enter "crossover" week.  

Senator Mutjaba Mohammed talks about his collaborative work with Republican legislators and interest groups on criminal justice reform legislation while staying true to his progressive values.

The podcast also breaks down the motion to a lay a motion on the table, a rare legislative maneuver made this past week in the House.  

 

NC Labor Commissioner Josh Dobson, the Personification of Do Politics Better

NC Labor Commissioner Josh Dobson talks about how we wants to keep North Carolina's workers safe, his political career and philosophy, and his bipartisan reputation as a consensus-builder who listens to all voices.  

The former McDowell County legislator also opens up about our toxic political environment and what he would do to improve it. 

Brian and Skye also talk about Apple coming to North Carolina, the child marriage bill making its way in the Senate, how a House member cast floor votes a week late, and much more.

Do Politics Better also welcomes the North Carolina Travel Industry Association as a sponsor of the podcast.  

Rep. Graig Meyer, a 'Loyal Opposition' Leader and the Struggle to Do Politics Better

Rep. Graig Meyer talks about his role in the House Democratic caucus and the barrier it creates to working with his Republican colleagues.  The Chapel Hill Democrat also talks about his kinship with a House Republican leader, recounts his participation in a Do Politics Dinner in 2019, and offers up how he would fix our politics. 

Brian and Skye also talk about a dust up in the House this past week, a Republican-Democrat team effort to deny a proposed committee substitute (PCS) from getting heard, and an April Fools’ joke that is still getting laughs.  

Rep. Jason Saine, a "Big Chair" with a Big Sense of Humor

Rep. Jason Saine discusses how he use humor, including frequent quotes from 'The Anchorman', Ice Cube, and 'Ferris Bueller', while legislating.  The powerful House budget writer also opens up about a tough time in his life.

Brian and Skye also talk about the latest on the U.S. Senate race in North Carolina, a "for discussion only" bill heard in the House, and how they spend their off-time when not at the General Assembly.  

Sen. Mike Woodard & the NC Senate's Night Owl Caucus

Senator Mike Woodard talks about the Senate's bipartisan Night Owl Caucus, including their favorite Raleigh hangouts, and his impromptu singing duets with former Senator Jerry Tillman.

Brian and Skye also talk about their spring break week, the new bipartisan PSA featuring Governor Roy Cooper and General Assembly leaders, and the social aspects of working as a lobbyist.  

Sen. Jim Perry Demystifies the North Carolina Senate

Senator Jim Perry contrasts the Senate with the House, explains how he's never been interested in politics but it was interested in him, and talks about his unique brand of politics in the General Assembly.  

Brian and Skye also talk about House and Senate caucuses and how a particular bill went sideways in a committee when Democrats teamed up with Republicans on Wednesday.  

Rep. Allison Dahle and the Power of Conversation

Rep. Allison Dahle, a Wake County Democrat in her second term, talks about the power of talking to those with whom she disagrees and how she defends her progressive views while maintaining partnerships with key conservatives.  

Brian and Skye also talk about a dust-up in a Senate hearing, Governor Cooper's budget proposal, the measured reaction to the Governor's $27 billion spending plan by legislative leaders, and Skye's recent appearance on WRAL's On the Record with Senator Danny Britt.    

 

 

Rep. John Torbett, the 'Happy Warrior'

Rep. John Torbett, a Gaston County Republican, talks about politics, his professional and political career, including his stint as a lobbyist on Capitol Hill.  

Brian and Skye also talk about Governor Cooper and Senator Berger teaming up once again for a PSA, a daylights savings time bill, the mysterious world of bill drafting at the General Assembly, and the NCAA men's basketball tournament.  

Governor Cooper and Senator Berger Fist Bump

Governor Cooper and Senator Berger fist bump after a major compromise is found on a school reopening bill, a joint budget meeting turns into a throw-down, retweets and mean tweets, the difference between a PCS and an amendment, why we love the General Assembly security screeners, and so much more.  

Send us your suggestions for the podcast at skye@new-frame.com or brian@new-frame.com.