Senator Kieckhefer's Across The Aisle

What's happening with Clark County Schools? John Vellardita joins us to discuss re-opening. Across The Aisle: In Session - Episode 1 Feb 20, 2021

It's been almost a year since Governor Sisolak shut down schools and Clark County remains closed. I'm joined today by Clark County Education Association Executive Director, John Vellardita to discuss what is being done to re-open schools this year, state funding, and a proposed tax increase his union has put forward.

"Across The Aisle: In Session" is a new series dedicated to providing full transparency and an inside look at The 81st Session of the Nevada Legislature.

The Nevada Recovery - Peter Guzman, President of the Las Vegas Latin Chamber of Commerce & Ken Evans, President of the Las Vegas Urban Chamber of Commerce Nov 25, 2020

Joining me today on "Across the Aisle: The Nevada Recovery" is Peter Guzman, President, and CEO of the Las Vegas Latin Chamber of Commerce & Ken Evans, President of the Las Vegas Urban Chamber of Commerce.

We are going to talk about the impact of COVID-19 on diverse small businesses in our state and discuss what some solutions may be to ensure that there is equity in our recovery.

The Nevada Recovery - Prominence Health Nov 11, 2020

Today on “Across the Aisle: The Nevada Recovery” we speak with Kamal Jemmoua, C.E.O. of Prominence Health Plan! We will discuss affordable care organizations, a shift to value-based healthcare, and how healthcare can play a role in the economic development of Nevada.

Across the Aisle: The Nevada Day Special Oct 30, 2020

Today we have a special edition of “Across the Aisle” to celebrate The Silver State. Assemblywoman Alexis Hansen, Assemblyman Steve Yeager and State Senator Yvanna Cancela join me to share their uniquely Nevadan stories and to chat about the state we all love and call home.

One common theme you will find throughout this episode is the overwhelming sense of pride you can feel for our state!

The Nevada Recovery - Dr. Kahn, Dean of the UNLV School of Medicine: Episode 5 Oct 20, 2020

Today on "Across the Aisle: The Nevada Recovery" I am joined by Dr. Kahn, Dean of the UNLV School of Medicine. Dr. Kahn joins us to discuss ways we can potentially keep doctors in the state, health services in southern Nevada, and what we can look forward to in the future of medical education!

The Nevada Recovery - Dr. Tony Slonim, President of Renown Health: Episode 4 Oct 13, 2020

Today on Across the Aisle I'm joined by Tony Slonim, President and CEO of Renown Health. Dr. Slonim, a former Lt. Commander in the U.S. Public Health Service, shares his perspective on where we stand in combating the pandemic, healthcare, and how the “Healthy NV Project” is helping our community.

The Nevada Recovery - Episode 3: City of Henderson and Carson City Chamber of Commerces Sep 29, 2020

Today on Across the Aisle I'm joined by Scott Muelrath, President/C.E.O of the Henderson Chamber of Commerce and Ronni Hannaman, Executive Director of the Carson City Chamber of Commerce. We’re going to talk about the two cities economies, what they faced during this pandemic and what the future might look like.

The Nevada Recovery: Commercial and residential development. Par Tolles, C.E.O. of Tolles Development Company and Nicole Bloom, Division President of Richmond American Homes join me. Sep 15, 2020

Today on Across the Aisle I am joined by Par Tolles, C.E.O. of Tolles Development Company, and Nicole Bloom, Division President of Richmond American Homes. We discuss both commercial & residential development and how COVID-19 has affected that industry.

As we move forward with our "New Normal" we need to focus on our recovery. Join me every other Tuesday for a new episode of "Across the Aisle: The Nevada Recovery". You’ll hear conversations with industry leaders, educators, activists, and citizens from across Nevada. We’ll explore lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and how we move forward in this new era.

From tourism to health care and technology to equality, we’ll look for ways we can actively work together to make sure Nevadans can thrive in our new normal.

Introducing "The Nevada Recovery" Episode: 1 Sep 01, 2020

I’m happy to announce the launch of a new series of podcasts I’m calling “The Nevada Recovery”

This series will explore the future of our state, and what we should be doing to ensure our horizon is as bright as it can possibly be.

Over the next few months, you’ll hear conversations with industry leaders, educators, activists, and citizens from across Nevada. We’ll explore lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and how we move forward in this new era.

From tourism to health care and technology to equality, we’ll look for ways we can actively work together to make sure Nevadans can thrive in our new normal.

To kick off the series, I’m happy to have as my guest today Mr. Jeremy Aguero to discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on Nevada’s economy and where he sees it going from here.

John Vellardita, Executive Director of The Clark County Education Association: Episode 15 Jul 28, 2020

The 31st Special Session recently wrapped. John Vellardita, Executive Director of The Clark County Education Association joins me to discuss the fallout from the session and to discuss the concern teachers have with going back to school during COVID-19.

Tim Haughinberry President of the Gay Lesbian Chamber Of Commerce, Backbar USA. Episode 14 Jun 19, 2020

June is “Pride Month”! Today on Across the Aisle we speak with Tim Haughinberry, President of the Gay Lesbian Chamber Of Commerce and Backbar USA, to learn more about how this chamber differs from others . We also discuss the historic Supreme Court ruling that says LGBTQ+ Americans legally cannot be fired because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.

"Justice and Injustice: Learning with legislators" Across the Aisle Ep. 13 Jun 09, 2020

Today’s episode of “Across the Aisle” is a special re-broadcast of the “Justice and Injustice: Learning with Legislators” panel I was a part of yesterday.

Washoe County Sheriff , Darin Balaam and Eddy House C.E.O., Diaz Dixon join me to discuss racial issues in Northern Nevada. Episode 12 Jun 05, 2020

Sheriff Darrin Balaam and Eddy House C.E.O. Diaz Dixon join me for a special “roundtable” to discuss the black lives matter protests, racial relations in Northern Nevada, and how we can make long-lasting and tangible change as a community.

Special edition - Episode 11: COVID-19 Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation May 06, 2020

One thing I have heard a lot lately is “what is happening with my unemployment?” Today we are joined by the interim director of D.E.T.R. to ask about the holdup, the system's shortcomings and how she is fixing the problem.

Special edition - Episode 10: COVID-19 The Reno/ Sparks and Vegas Chamber of Commerces Join Me! May 02, 2020

Today we talk to Ann Silver from the Reno/Sparks Chamber of Commerce and Mary Beth from The Vegas Chamber of Commerce about the effects of COVID-19 on the business community and how the chambers are helping .

Special edition - Episode 9: COVID-19 Jhone Ebert, Super Intendant of Public Instruction Joins Us. Apr 24, 2020

Governor Sisolak announced on Tuesday that the rest of the school year will be finished through “distance learning”. How are students handling this? Jhone Ebert, The SuperIntendent of Public Instruction, joins us to talk about ”The new normal” and what that means for the next school year, the budget and the daily lives of students.

Special edition - Episode 8: COVID-19 Steve Hill from LVCVA Joins Us. Apr 17, 2020

The LVCVA announced a grim budget cut to the next fiscal year. Steve Hill of the LVCVA joins us to talk about how COVID-19 has affected Las Vegas and shares some ideas on how we can move forward.

Special edition - Episode 7: COVID-19 Mark Estee joins us. Mar 31, 2020

The restaurant industry has been hit hard by the COVID-19 crisis. What will the industry have to do to adapt to “the new normal”? What will be the “New Normal”? Chef and restaurateur, Mark Estee joins me to discuss this issue.

This is the 3rd part in our special COVID-19 series to help spread info and resources in this unprecedented time. Check out our other episodes for more.

Special edition - Episode 6: COVID-19. Dr. Anderson from NNMC joins us. Mar 25, 2020

Fewer medical supplies, scarcity of test kits, and additional strain on our medical system all make for a dangerous combination if not handled properly.

Dr. Anderson, Emergency Department Medical Director at Northern Nevada Medical Center joins me to discuss how COVID-19 differs from the common flu and discusses important facts you need to know to keep your family and our community as a whole protected.

Special edition - Episode 5: COVID-19. Heather Korbulic from NV Health Link joins us. Mar 19, 2020

We have a special edition of “Across the Aisle” for Episode 5. Heather Korbulic from Nevada Health Link remotely joins me to discuss the special enrollment period recently announced by the state and how this can help alleviate some of the stress and impact done to those affected by COVID-19.

Listen for more including how FREE COVID-19 testing will work.

Jon Ralston goes Across the Aisle. Episode 4: Shield Laws, Independent Contractors in CA. , and a Game of Thrones. Jan 29, 2020

On this episode, we are joined by editor and founder of The Nevada Independent, Jon Ralston. How will shield laws protect online publishers? What can or can not be considered a source of news? We discuss this issue, a new independent contractor law in California that could affect freelance reporters and we take a look at how a news outlet like The Nevada Independent can truly stay independent while raising funds.

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford Goes Across the Aisle Ep. 3 Jan 07, 2020

Attorney General, Aaron Ford joins us to talk about Nevada's new gun laws, building positive relationships, Yucca Mountain and the execution of a new Supreme Court ruling.

Oscar Delgado goes Across The Aisle. Ep. 2 Nov 29, 2019

This episode we go across the aisle with Reno City Councilmember, Oscar Delgado to talk about politics at the local level as well as healthcare in the Biggest Little City.

Music provided by Joe Goodkin

Assembly Woman Jill Tolles and Kyle Davis from The Nevada Conservation League Oct 31, 2019

We talk to Assembly Woman Jill Tolles about policymaking and politics and the difference between the two and we also speak to Kyle Davis from The Nevada Conservation League about the legislative scorecard.

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