Best Richardson Institute Podcasts (2025)

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Heresy and Heretics: Marc Thiessen on Conservative Infighting 41:52

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On this episode of Reaganism, Roger sits down with Marc Thiessen to delve into the current ideological battles within the conservative movement, focusing on the influence of figures like Tucker Carlson and Nick Fuentes. They explore the tension between traditional conservative values and the rise of alt-right ideologies, emphasizing the need to rej…

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Off Grid Power - the Weird and the Wonderful with Aran Bates, co-Founder & CEO of Hydrologiq 55:02

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This week, the EAH team sat down with Aran Bates, Founder and CEO of Hydrologiq, to dive into the strategic deployment of hydrogen in the off-grid sector. We explore how Hydrologiq is moving beyond just the hardware, discussing the critical role of software and systems thinking in scaling up clean fuel adoption. Aran provides fascinating insights i…

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Restoring the Academic Social Contract: Reaganism with Dr. Will Inboden 51:05

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On this episode of Reaganism, Roger Zakheim, host of the Reaganism podcast, sits down with Dr. Will Inboden, Executive Vice President and Provost of the University of Texas at Austin, to discuss his latest article in National Affairs, "Restoring the Academic Social Contract." They discuss the concept of the "social contract" between American univer…

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S11 Ep2 Awakening Through Parenting With Dr Shefali 58:06

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The Dance of Motherhood: Navigating Relationships with DaughtersSeason 11 Episode 2. Welcome to a new episode of the She Births podcast. I am a huge fan of Dr Shefali, as you might be too. However, if you are new to parenting, you may not have read her amazing books yet. Dr Shefali is a New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned clinical …

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Religious Repression in China: Reaganism with Grace Jin Drexel 45:48

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On this episode of Reaganism, Rachel Hoff sits down with Grace Jin Drexel to discuss the pressing issue of religious freedom, particularly focusing on the persecution faced by Christians in China. Grace shares her personal journey and her father's story, Pastor Ezra Jin, who has been imprisoned by the Chinese Communist Party for his religious activ…

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Jillian Melchior on Ukraine 40:53

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On this episode of Reaganism, host Roger Zakheim sits down with Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Member Jillian Kay Melchior to discuss her latest trip to Ukraine and update from the frontlines in Donetsk. Roger and Jillian discuss the race between elite Ukrainian and Russian drone units as they both look for the upper hand in Ukraine's heavily …

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EP. 183 – Reforming health laws for better outcomes (Mandeep Dhaliwal, United Nations Development Programme) 50:52

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Mandeep Dhaliwal, Director of the HIV and Health Group at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) joins host Janelle Wrigley to discuss how legal frameworks and governance shape health outcomes worldwide. Drawing on more than 25 years at the intersection of health policy and human rights, Mandeep explains the UNDP's mission and her experien…

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Venezuela, Argentina, and the Latest in South America: A Conversation with General Laura Richardson 33:00

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On this episode of Reaganism, Roger Zakheim and General Laura Richardson discuss the strategic importance of the US Southern Command, highlighting the region's vast natural resources and geopolitical significance. General Richardson emphasizes the need for consistent US military presence to counteract influences from China and other adversaries, pa…

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The Future is Undoubtedly Green with Paddy Padmanathan, Chair of Datavolt and Desolenator, Co-Founder & Vice Chair of Zhero and X-Links 1:01:00

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The EAH team had a chance to compare notes with an industry icon, former CEO and current board member of ACWA Power, a global leader in renewables including solar, wind, hydrogen, and desalination. He is the Vice Chairman of Zhero, focused on green hydrogen and ammonia in the US and Africa as well as X-Links, seeking to provide the United Kingdom w…

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Report from Beijing: A Conversation with Congressman Adam Smith 34:53

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On this episode of Reaganism, Roger Zakheim sits down with Congressman Adam Smith, the senior Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, about his recent trip to China. The discussion centered on the importance of dialogue between the US and China, despite the complex geopolitical tensions and differing perceptions each country holds about the…

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Roosevelt and Churchill: Allies at War and a Reappraisal Today 47:19

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On this episode of Reaganism, host Roger Zakheim sits down with Tim Bouverie, author of the new book "Allies at War: How the Struggles Between the Allied Powers Shaped the War and the World." Tim and Roger delve into the complexities of alliances during World War II, focusing on the intricate dynamics between the Allied powers. Tim discusses how th…

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EP. 182 – Lucy Letby: the role of expert testimony in criminal trials 38:19

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This episode delves into the infamous case of Lucy Letby – a neonatal nurse convicted of multiple murders and attempted murders of babies at a UK hospital. Our guest is Dr Sarah Bennett – a lecturer at Liverpool John Moores University's School of Law and Justice Studies. Sarah's conversation with host Becky Annison explores the complexities of expe…

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Israel, Europe, and the Future of Palestinian Statehood 35:47

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On this episode of Reaganism, Roger Zakheim sits down with Elliott Abrams, a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations to discuss the UK, France, Canada, and Australia's recognition of Palestinian statehood. Elliott discusses the complexities surrounding Palestinian statehood, the role of the Palestinian Authority, and the implications of W…

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Efficient, Green and Sovereign Compute with Chinmoy Baruah, CEO of CHIPX™ 35:21

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Patrick Molloy and Alicia Eastman sit down with Chinmoy, the Founder and CEO of CHIPX™ Global. He describes how CHIPX™ is disrupting semiconductor design, manufacturing and usage to reduce energy requirements, eliminate emissions, and lower costs. CHIPX™ semiconductors also operate at room temperature, last longer, require less maintenance, and are…

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America's Fiscal Future: Debt, Tariffs, and Social Security 42:00

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On this episode of Reaganism, Roger Zakheim and Jonathan Burks explored how to secure a durable, bipartisan fix to America’s fiscal challenges—especially Social Security—without defaulting to lowest-common-denominator politics. Burks argued that trillion-dollar (and rising) deficits, debt service now rivaling or exceeding major programs, and higher…

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EP. 181 – Judith Resnik (Impermissible Punishments) 1:02:28

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Professor Judith Resnik and host Teneé Frazier discuss Judith's book 'Impermissible Punishments: How Prison Became a Problem for Democracy' – which explores the complex relationship between punishment, democracy, and social justice. Judith, a Professor of Law at Yale Law School, delves into the historical evolution of prisons in the UK, US, and Eur…

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Charlie Kirk's Death: America's Slide into the Abyss 41:33

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On this episode of Reaganism, host Roger Zakheim sits down with Matt Continetti, an acclaimed historian of the right, to discuss his latest piece in the Free Press, on the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the decline of America's civic character. Roger and Matt discuss the deepening political and cultural divide in America, highlighted by the assa…

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‘Let’s get Cracking’ with Dr. Mike Rendall, CTO of AFC Energy 52:00

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We are delighted to start off Season 9 with Dr. Mike Rendall, the CTO of AFC Energy, an industry veteran with an interesting pivot. The EAH team enjoyed discussing all things hydrogen, ammonia cracking and distributed decarbonisation with a real trove of knowledge and learnings. About AFC Energy: AFC Energy plc is a UK hydrogen technology company c…

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The Legal Perspective: Strikes Against Tren de Aragua and Hamas 43:55

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On this episode of Reaganism, host Roger Zakheim sits down with Matt Waxman, a professor at Columbia University Law School. Roger and Matt discuss the Trump administration's recent strike against the Tren de Aragua gang in the Caribbean. Matt outlines the constitutional and international legal hurdles the president faces authorizing the strike. Mat…

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EP. 180 – Vicki Nash (Oxford Internet Institute) 40:38

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In this episode we continue exploring children's online safety and cross the Atlantic to unpack the UK's Online Safety Act (OSA). Vicki Nash, Director of the Oxford Internet Institute, joins host Yasmin Sheikh to discuss the rationale of OSA and how it aims to protect children from illegal and harmful content online. Vicki talks about the difficult…

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A conversation with former US Capitol Police Chief Steve Sund. Sund was Chief on 01/06/2021 40:59

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Send us a text Steve Sund was the US Capitol Police Chief on January 6, 2021. Like many, I have had so many questions about what really happened that day. Over almost 40 minutes, Chief Sund answered my questions with painstaking details. While there are still many details to talk about, I hope you find this as illuminating as I do.…

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S11 Ep1. Trauma rewritten and resolved in birth 1:49:37

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Welcome to a brand new episode of the She Births® Podcast. I felt that this story would make a great Father’s Day episode. It is a story that involves many threads, including trauma and healing - but also a wonderful Dad, Chris. Chris shares beautiful and heartfelt words about birth from a man’s perspective - helping us to change the standard narra…

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Protectionism vs. Prosperity: Senator Phil Gramm Defends Free Markets 49:57

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In this episode of Reaganism, host Roger Zakheim sits down with former U.S. Senator Phil Gramm who served the State of Texas in the United States Senate and is the author of the newly released book, “The Triumph of Economic Freedom: Debunking the Seven Great Myths of American Capitalism.” They discuss Sen. Gramm’s new book arguing that many policy …

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A conversation with Matt Jacobson on the energy issues in the state of Maine 1:02:56

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Send us a text Matt Jacobson is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy. He was also a pilot in the United States Air Force. Jacobson is also the foremost expert on energy in Maine, from energy creation to how it is dispensed through our grid. We walk through the issues Maine is facing and then close with specific solutions to fix the problem…

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America's Strategic Imperative: Deterring China 41:21

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In this episode of Reaganism, host Roger Zakheim sits down with Dmitri Alperovitch who is the Co-Founder and Chairman of Silverado Policy Accelerator, national bestselling author of “World on the Brink: How America Can Beat China in the Race for the 21st Century,” founder of the Alperovitch Institute for Cybersecurity Studies at Johns Hopkins Unive…

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EP. 179 – Jenna Leventoff (American Civil Liberties Union) 42:02

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Societies are grappling with how to help keep children safe while navigating online spaces, including through legislation such as the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) in the US. In this episode, Jenna Leventoff, Senior Policy Counsel at the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), joins host Janelle Wrigley to talk about KOSA and America’s First Amendme…

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A conversation with Attorney Sarah Parshall Perry of the Defending Education Foundation 40:00

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Send us a text Sarah is a guest on my morning show most Thursdays at 7AM EST. Not only is she brilliant, she is a warrior. Being a warrior is in her bloodstream, she doesn't know how to sit idly by while others suffer injustice. I am grateful for her commentary each week, but more importantly, I get to call her friend.…

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A conversation with people from Common Sense for Maine 1:12:26

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Send us a text Domenic Pugliares, Tom Bill, Demi Kouzounas and Dee Dee Richardson join me from Common Sense for Maine. We got a update of the organization's activities and talked about the issues that are on the minds of Maine people.By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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Everything About Hydrogen with Audrey Ma, Head of International at REFIRE 1:13:57

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The EAH team had the pleasure of hosting Audrey Ma of REFIRE, based in Shanghai. Tackling this currently controversial sector and geography seemed like a fitting end to Season 8, a difficult season for many of our guests in hydrogen and private markets generally. We get a chance to hear about the incredible progress in China in the hydrogen fuel ce…

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A conversation with Dr. Peter Earle, a senior economist with the American Institute for Economic Research 1:03:56

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Send us a text We had a wide ranging conversation on the economy. From a well-educated workforce to the impact of AI, Peter gives his thoughts on where we are and where we are going.By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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EP. 178 – Paul Powlesland (Lawyers for Nature) 34:58

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What if rivers, forests, and even individual trees had their own legal rights? In this thought-provoking episode, host Becky Annison speaks with Paul Powlesland – barrister, founder of Lawyers for Nature, and leading advocate for the legal rights of nature – about a revolutionary movement transforming our relationship with the natural world. Paul e…

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A discussion regarding Voter Roles, Gubernatorial Candidates on both sides and why election integrity matters 41:44

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Send us a text This is a rather broad romp about election integrity, the proper path for immigrants when they come to America and the very long list of potential and confirmed candidates for Governor in Maine in November 2026.By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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Inside the Business Roundtable: Where Business Meets Policy 48:41

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In this episode of Reaganism, host Roger Zakheim sits down with former Ambassador of the United States to the European Union, and now President & COO at Business Roundtable, Kristen Silverberg. They discuss the intersection of business and government. The conversation delves into the role of the Business Roundtable, the impact of executive orders, …

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DNI Tulsi Gabbard drop a bombshell accusation about Obama & RussiaGate - I discuss it 44:25

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Send us a text I hope this comes off as I intended - there is a lot of information, at a fast pace about the Russia collusion investigation and the role Barack Obama played. I tried to boil down into 40ish minutes what took me several hundred hours of research. Hopefully, it makes sense to you. Regardless, you must care about this issue. If Obama d…

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Insights from Google: AI's Role in Shaping Tomorrow's Global Economy 33:11

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In this episode of Reaganism, host Roger Zakheim sits down with Karan Bhatia, who previously served as Deputy U.S. Trade Representative in the Bush Administration, and now serves as the Global Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy for Google. They discuss the current landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and technology, focusing on the U…

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A conversation with Garrett Mason, businessman, former State Senator & potential candidate for Maine Governor 1:25:55

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Send us a text Garret Mason is a friend of over two decades. He is a husband, father, businessman, former State Senator and Majority Leader, and potential candidate for the office of Maine Governor. More importantly, he is a great guy, someone who makes you better for being around him. We had a wide-ranging conversation about life, faith, the state…

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EP. 177 – Luke Shaefer (The Injustice of Place) 41:21

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Join host Teneé Frazier as she sits down with Professor Luke Shaefer, an expert on poverty and social welfare policy, for an in-depth look at the complexities of living in poverty in the US. They discuss the realities faced by those surviving on minimal resources, and what legal professionals and global listeners can glean from these powerful narra…

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Don't Write Off Europe: Freedom, Security, and Geopolitics 34:43

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In this episode of Reaganism, host Roger Zakheim sits down with Professor Brendan Simms, a Professor of the History of International Relations at the University of Cambridge. They discuss Professor Simm's essay in the Wall Street Journal titled "Don't Write Off Europe Just Yet," which addresses skepticism in the U.S., particularly within the Trump …

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A little bit of truth about the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) 28:52

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Send us a text This podcast was taped on July 10, 2025, six days after the OBBB was into law. Democratic leaders around the country are LYING about the bill. I wanted to give some clarity and to challenge you to research it yourself ... In other words, don't take my word for it, or the word of anyone else.…

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Reagan, Realism, and the Roots of Strategic Cooperation with Israel 46:34

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In this episode of Reaganism, host Roger Zakheim sits down with Dr. Daniel Samet who is the George P. Shultz Fellow at the Ronald Reagan Institute, and the author of the new book, U.S. Defense Policy toward Israel: A Cold War History. The conversation explores the core thesis of Dr. Samet’s book, which directly challenges the claims made in John Me…

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S10 Ep 7 Three Empowering Births with Jessica D’Abadie 1:05:13

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Welcome to a brand new episode of the She Births® Podcast. In this episode, Jessica and I discuss the journey of childbirth, focusing on her personal experiences with her 3 births. We explore the emotional and physical challenges of labour, the importance of education and support systems, and the impact of the environment on the birthing process. J…

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July 3, 2025 - A celebration of Independence Day 38:41

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Send us a text A reciting of the Declaration of Independence and how we got to that point, 249 years ago I had a few struggles with my commentary and my voice was soft, but like my morning show, I left it all in, flaws and everything Hope you have a safe and celebratory Independence DayBy Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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EP. 176 – Mark Stephens (Howard Kennedy) 55:34

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Join host Yasmin Sheikh as she interviews British lawyer, writer and broadcaster Mark Stephens for this thought-provoking episode. Mark shares his journey from representing artists in intellectual property cases to advocating for freedom of speech and human rights. He discusses his impactful work addressing global issues, such as decriminalising ho…

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The Innovation Deficit: Why Great Ideas Get Stuck 41:33

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On this episode of Reaganism, Reagan Institute’s Director of the Center for Civics, Education, and Opportunity Dan Rothschild sits down with Dr. Ben Reinhardt who is the CEO of Speculative Technologies. They discuss discuss the mission and vision behind Speculative Technologies, emphasizing the importance of physical technologies and the need for i…

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A conversation with Maine State Representative Josh Morris on the close of the Maine Legislative session 1:21:49

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Send us a text Josh Morris joins my morning show every Monday to provide analysis of what the Maine Legislature is doing. He joined me today on the podcast as the legislature has adjourned for the 2025 session. Love to hear from you - [email protected] Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show