PoliticsAside
PoliticsAside is a virtual speaker series hosted by former Congressman Jon Porter that delivers insightful briefings from experts and insiders on topics that are in the forefront or just plain interesting.
Episodes
29 episodes
PoliticsAside: Tired of the Spin? Try Your Local Broadcasters
In this Election Day edition of PoliticsAside, Congressman Porter is joined by Wendy Paulson of the Minnesota Broadcasters Association, Mitch Fox of the Nevada Broadcasters Association, and Bob Singer of the Oregon Association of Broadcas...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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34:22
PoliticsAside: The Future of Presidential Debates with Frank Fahrenkopf
On the morning of the first 2024 Presidential debate, Congressman Porter was joined on PoliticsAside by Frank Fahrenkopf, co-founder and current co-Chairman of the Commission on Presidential Debates. They discussed fascinating parallels to the ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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19:35
PoliticsAside: An Appropriations Deep Dive
At the height of what many in DC affectionately term "Appropriations Season" Congressman Porter sat down with Porter Group's own Chris Porter and Ben Rosenbaum to discuss the complex federal funding process, including the rebirth of 'earmarks' ...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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36:08
PoliticsAside: Navigating the Complexities and Effects of Defense Funding
To kick off 2024, Congressman Porter and Nathan Fiala spent some time with Tanya Skeen, former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Acquisitions and a Navy veteran. Skeen masterfully unpacks the very real consequences funding stopgaps and Continu...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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39:19
PoliticsAside: Military Readiness and Investment in National Defense
Congressman Porter and Nathan Fiala had the unique opportunity to spend time with National Security and Emerging Critical Technology Consultant Mike MacKay. Along with 20-plus years as a marine, his service includes time at t...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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39:55
PoliticsAside: A Conversation with Nevada Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar
Congressman Porter had the opportunity to sit down with Nevada's Secretary of State, Cisco Aguilar as SOS Aguilar shared his insights on the future of elections, the potential future impact of artificial intelligence in our elections, and the e...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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28:34
PoliticsAside: An Inspiring Veterans Day Conversation with Master Sergeant (ret.) John Rose
In honor of Veterans Day and the 248th Birthday of the Marine Corps, Congressman Porter sat down with Master Sergeant (ret.) John Rose to discuss his years of service in the Marines, his life-altering experience surviving an IED blast in ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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47:29
PoliticsAside: A Veterans Day Tribute with Brigadier General (ret.) Robert P. Daniels
In honor of Veterans Day, Congressman Porter sat down with Brigadier General (ret.) Robert P. Daniels to discuss the history and significance of the day. With his years in the National Guard, experience in academia and decades in the nonprofit ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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30:19
PoliticsAside: The End of Compromise, a conversation with renowned political strategist Ron Bonjean
“You're literally taking your quarterback out of the game in the third quarter without anyone to replace him.” For the first time in American history, the US House of Representatives voted to unseat its Speaker as Kevin McCarthy was removed thi...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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29:55
PoliticsAside: Unraveling the Impact of Government Shutdowns on National Defense - A Conversation with Chris O'Donnell
As we head toward a federal government shutdown, Congressman Porter is joined on PoliticsAside by two experts to discuss the implications of government shutdowns on national defense.Join Congressman Porter, Chris O'Donnell, former senio...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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49:29
PoliticsAside: Unearthing the Impact of the Farm Bill - A Conversation with Ted McKinney
Earlier this month Congressman Porter had the opportunity to sit down with Ted McKinney, the former Under Secretary at the US Department of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, and now the CEO of the National Association of S...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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31:40
PoliticsAside: Share your Burn with the World
In the latest episode of PoliticsAside, Congressman Porter is joined by special guest Brian Burns - a bluegrass musician, festival promoter, Porter Group's creative lead and a seasoned 'burner'. Brian guides us through the ex...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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31:57
PoliticsAside: Behind the GENESIS Program
Congressman Porter was joined by Roseman University's Dr. Renee Coffman and Dr. Tom Metzger to discuss the GENESIS Program. GENESIS is an answer to the challenge of how to effectively merge health services and social services in a way that will...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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34:57
Special Edition: A Conversation with Brian Patchett of Louisiana Association for the Blind
Congressman Porter sat down with Brian Patchett of the Louisiana Association for the Blind to discuss the work being done by the 500+ nonprofits in the AbilityOne network that provide employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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17:22
Special Edition: A Conversation with Carmelo "Tito" Crespo of Chimes
As Congress considers including a 1% DoD Contracting Goal for the AbilityOne Program in the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Congressman Porter sat down with Carmelo "Tito" Crespo of Chimes, one of the 500+ nonprofits in the Ab...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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18:59
PoliticsAside Special Edition: Inside the Rules & Procedures of Congress
Congressman Porter was joined by Porter Group's Stephanie Walker and Benjamin Rosenbaum for an in-depth discussion on what goes into the rules and procedures of Congress.
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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33:59
PoliticsAside: Silicon Valley Bank Collapse
On the most recent episode of PoliticsAside, Congressman Porter was joined by Hugh Anderson, Managing Director of Hightower Las Vegas. Mr. Anderson, who has more than 42 years of experience in the financial services industry, answered many of t...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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26:13
PoliticsAside Special Edition: Appropriations with the Porter Team
Happy Appropriations Season! In this special edition episode of PoliticsAside, Congressman Porter is joined by our bipartisan team of experts to cover what you need to know regarding the federal appropriations process.
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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32:16
PoliticsAside: Chinese Spy Balloons (and Much More) - A Conversation with General Robert G. Novotny
Congressman Porter recently had the chance to sit down with Brigadier General (Ret.) Robert Novotny to discuss a number of items, including the Chinese balloon controversy and military modernization.
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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46:38
PoliticsAside: The Rising Cost of Thanksgiving Dinner - A Conversation with the American Farm Bureau Federation
As we head into the Thanksgiving holidays Congressman Porter had an opportunity to sit down with Dr. Roger Cryan, Chief Economist of the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF). The primary topic of conversation was AFBF's Annual Thanksgiving Di...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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41:49
Special Edition: "What Does it Mean?" An Analysis of the 2022 Midterm Election with the Porter Team
Curious what the recent election results mean for remainder of 2022 and the beginning of 2023? Our bipartisan team enjoyed sharing their insights with you in this special edition of PoliticsAside.
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44:03
PoliticsAside: Hurricane Relief Efforts
Congressman Porter had an opportunity to discuss hurricane relief efforts, in particular those related to Hurricane Ian with Jessi Nalepa of Hagerty Consulting, a leading emergency management consulting firm. Ms. Nalepa, who was with FEMA...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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35:23
PoliticsAside: A Conversation with Congresswoman Jane Harman
Congressman Porter had an opportunity to sit down with Congresswoman Jane Harman to discuss memories about their shared time in office, expectations for the future of Congress and her book Insanity Defense: Why Our Failure to Confront...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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22:59
PoliticsAside: A Conversation with Chairman Duncan L. Hunter
Congressman Porter recently had an opportunity to sit down with Congressman Duncan L. Hunter, who represented a district in southern California from 1981-2009. He served as Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee from 2003-2007 and was a...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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21:51
PoliticsAside: "Has Problem Gambling Become More Problematic?"
Congressman Porter was joined on PoliticsAside by Keith Whyte, Executive Director of the National Council on Problem Gambling. You will learn about fascinating developments in this new era including insights into issues arising ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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30:15