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American politics from a Heartland perspective. Focusing on facts and fundamental fairness, but not afraid to embrace the funny where it exists. Dedicated to the quiet heroes of America’s Heartland who are making a difference every day.
Monday: The Heartland POD with host Adam Sommer’s opening statement & Talkin’ Politics with co-hosts Rachel Parker & Sean Diller. Wednesday: a rotation of High Country, a report from the Mountain West with Sean Diller, and The Delta with science teacher Nicholas Linke and spouse Kristina Linke, an ASL interpreter and mother, bringing their experience and midwest family life to the issues of the day. Friday: The Flyover View for news & views from the Heartland with host, Kevin Smith.
On most Tuesdays and Thursdays catch an interview show called “Let’s Have A Chat” with politicians, authors, musicians, and folks across the country.
Hosts: Adam Sommer, Sean Diller, Rachel Parker, Nicholas Linke, & Kevin Smith (All opinions shared are those of the speaker, and are not necessarily the adopted organizational views of Mid Map Media, LLC.)

Copyright: © 2022

Latest Episodes:

Ep. 63: "It Costs Nothing To Be Nice" w/ Brian Wingbermuehle of MO Biodiversity Project May 10, 2021

Show notes

Episode Time Guide

Opening Statement - 5min 30 sec
Chat with Guest - 11 min
Talkin' Politics - 43 min
- Hawley/Tech - 46 min
- School Funding - 1 hr
- MO Medicaid Funding Failure - 1hr 15 min

AP Article on Missouri School Bill

Missouri Independent Article (Rachel mentioned)

MO Const. 3-51: The initiative shall not be used for the appropriation of money other than of new revenues created and provided for thereby, or for any other purpose prohibited by this constitution. Except as provided in this constitution, any measure proposed shall take effect when approved by a majority of the votes cast thereon. When conflicting measures are approved at the same election the one receiving the largest affirmative vote shall prevail.

The Flyover View: May 7, 2021 - Heartland News & Views May 07, 2021

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HEARTLAND HEADLINES

MO School District wrestles with teaching race
Congressional Democrats retiring rather than face midterm
Suicide prevention outreach targets Missouri gun shop owners
ACA special COVID enrollment period sees nearly a million new health insurance signups

LIGHTNING ROUND

MO Legislature passes private school voucher program
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis pushes bill establishing Early Childhood Education Department
GOP Rep Liz Cheney of Wyoming torches Trump as she fights to hold seat on leadership
Kansas push for Constitutional Convention falls flat

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The Marquis Govan Show - Ep2: Economic Justice Isn't Just Us May 05, 2021

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Ep. 62: "Flood The System With Empathy" w/ guest Rachel Gonzalez May 03, 2021

Show notes

EPISODE GUIDE

Opening Statement - 5 min
LHAC w/ Rachel Gonzalez - 14min 20 sec
Talkin' Politics - 41min 30 sec

Bill 952 article (1619)

Amendment via Twitter

The Marquis Govan Show - Ep1: Local Change Is Lasting Change May 01, 2021

Show notes

Support Heartland Strong and help continue to bring content like the Marquis Govan Show by joining today as a member to help rebuild our communities.

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Host: Marquis Govan

Produced by: Adam Sommer for Heartland Strong, Inc.

The Flyover View: April 30, 2021 - Heartland News & Views Apr 30, 2021

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HEARTLAND HEADLINES

MO Senate fails to fund Medicaid Expansion
Restaurant Revitalization Fund applications open
Decommissioned uranium enrichment plant in Ohio subject of massive cleanup effort
President Biden calls for Universal Pre-K and Community College

LIGHTNING ROUND

Florida GOP set to pass new voting restrictions
Census winners and losers
CO Democrats spar on greenhouse gas reduction
4,000 Jo(r)shes convene in Nebraska

Hosts: Kevin Smith & Sean Diller.

Production & Music by Adam Sommer for Heartland Strong, Inc.

Ep. 61: “There is no fear in love” w/ Jewel Kelly (D-MO) candidate for Senate, 2022 Apr 26, 2021

Show notes

Episode Time Guide

Opening Statement - 2min 15 sec
Chat with Jewel Kelly - 4min 45 sec
Talkin' Politics - 47 min
1. Chauvin verdict - 51 min
2. GND - 1hr 4 min
3. MONA - 1hr 25 min

LINKS

Ellison Guardian Piece

Green New Deal article

Green New Deal for Cities/Tribes bill text

Missouri General Assembly Website

Guest: Jewel Kelly

Host: Adam Sommer

Panel: Rachel Parker & Sean Diller

The Flyover View: April 23, 2021 - Heartland News & Views Apr 23, 2021

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HEARTLAND HEADLINES

Missouri GOP pushes 'Guns Everywhere' and anti-trans bills
Reps. Cori Bush and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez announce Green New Deal for Cities, Counties, Tribes and Territories
Grain Belt Express energy project faces roadblocks
Funding for Coloradans with Disabilities

LIGHTNING ROUND

Iowa, Oklahoma and Florida pass dangerous anti-protest laws
Missouri Democrats try to advance LGBTQ+ non-discrimination bill
All Americans over 16 eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine
MO Legislature fails to fund Medicaid Expansion

*1619 Project is incorrectKU cited as 1691, this was an inadvertent slip of the numbers, and not intentionally done.

HOSTS - Kevin Smith & Sean Diller

Production & Music by Adam Sommer

Ep. 60: "The Power of Perspective" with Jason Kander Apr 19, 2021

Show notes

EPISODE GUIDE

Opening Statement - 4min 30 sec
Chat with Jason Kander - 8min 30 sec
Talkin' Politics - 56 min
Last Call - 1hr 38 min

LINKS AND REFERENCES

Rett Syndrome information/organization

Clara's Crusade (Facebook link)

Lagoons Article

Sec. 230 primer article

Climate Article

Show provided by Heartland Strong, Inc.

Host & Producer: Adam Sommer

Panel: Sean Diller & Rachel Parker

Guest: Jason Kander

The Flyover View: April 16, 2021 - News & Views From The Heartland Apr 16, 2021

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HEARTLAND HEADLINES

Missouri CAFO developer goes wee wee wee all the way home
Biden-Harris administration releases $39 Billion for childcare providers
Kansas approves funding for drug-treatment specialty prison
Lauren Boebert's (R-CO) Democratic challenger raises $600K in first quarter

LIGHTNING ROUND

Amtrak planning new rail line in Colorado's I-25 corridor
Missouri Dept of Labor pauses collections of unemployment overpayments - which were its own fault any way...
Sen. Josh Hawley proves crime really does pay
Iowa is gonna tax your bong, bro

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HOSTS: Kevin Smith & Sean Diller

Producer: Adam Sommer

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