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Your Guide to the Ohio Primary Election on May 5th
In episode 175, we break down the Ohio Primary on May 5th, walking you through statewide races, the Senate special election, Ohio Supreme Court races, congressional districts across the state, and more. Resources: * Our Ohio Primary Voter G
Young, Fired Up, and Done Waiting: Tom Herner for Ohio House District 37
In episode 174, we sit down with Tom Herner, Democratic candidate for Ohio House District 37, to talk about what it takes to flip a seat, fight public corruption, and actually represent the people who sent you to Columbus. Tom Herner is a l
Run for Something, Fight for Everything, Change America with Amanda Litman
In episode 173, we talk with Amanda Litman, the cofounder and president of Run for Something, which recruits and supports young, diverse leaders running for local office. We talk about what it really takes to rebuild Democratic power from t
We Have a Primary Challenger: Carl Setzer Wants to Represent Ohio's 14th Congressional District
In episode 172, congressional candidate Carl Setzer tells us how he went from insider to outsider. He was raised inside the ultra-conservative movement and is now running as a Democrat in Ohio’s 14th District with a very different vision fo
Dad, Doctor, Democrat: Zach Rossfeld is Running for Ohio House District 7
In episode 171, we sit down with Zach Rossfeld, candidate for Ohio House District 7. As a practicing physician and former Ohio Medicaid official, Zach has seen firsthand what broken policy costs real people and he's done waiting for someone
Influencer Expectations, Avoiding Accountability, and the Male Gaze: A Conversation with Haley Pepper
In episode 170, we’re joined by our new friend Haley Pepper! We dig into the nuance of whether influencers have a responsibility to speak up, how beauty culture and the male gaze are being reexamined, and what it really means to ‘protect yo
Ohio This Month: We’re Building Something New & BS at the Statehouse
In episode 169, we announce the launch of Ohio Creators for Progress, a digital organizing network bringing together creators from across the state to win elections online. We also break down some of the worst bills moving through the Ohio
People First Always: Jerrad Christian is for Ohioans
In episode 168, we chat with Jerrad Christian, Democrat running for Ohio's 12th Congressional District on a no-corporate-money, people-first platform. We get into healthcare, foreign policy, the economy, and what hope looks like when the st
From Tattoo Shop to Capitol Hill: Sean Connolly Runs for Ohio’s 6th Congressional District
In episode 167, we sit down with Sean Connolly to talk about what it looks like to run for Congress as a labor Democrat in a true primary. We dig into his bold vision for investing in eastern Ohio, from high-speed rail to strengthening unio
These Patriotic Millionaires Want to Tax the Rich and Pay the People
In episode 166, we sit down with Ashley Craig of Patriotic Millionaires to unpack how extreme wealth inequality took hold in the United States and what it will actually take to fix it. Ashley breaks down why “tax the rich, pay the people, a
Still in the Fight: Rose Lounsbury Runs Again for Ohio House
In episode 165, we sit down with Rose Lounsbury to talk about why she’s running again for the Ohio House and what’s at stake for public schools, voting rights, and working families. We dig into vouchers, gerrymandering, healthcare costs, an
*BONUS* Inside Operation Metro Surge: Living Through This Moment in Minneapolis
In this month’s bonus episode, we talk with Minneapolis resident Emma about what it’s been like to live in the city during Operation Metro Surge, where two community members were murdered in the streets by federal agents. She shares what sh
Ohio’s GOP ICE Cooperation Package
In episode 163, we break down the Ohio GOP’s newly introduced “Cooperation Package,” a set of four bills designed to expand cooperation with federal immigration enforcement (ICE) across the state. We walk through what each bill would do, wh
Amanda’s Mild Takes in a Brutal Political Era
In episode 162, we’re joined by Amanda Nelson of Amanda’s Mild Takes to talk about how power actually operates in the United States. We dig into the fears around the 2026 elections, the history behind modern immigration enforcement, and wha
A Do-Something Democrat for Ohio’s 15th District: Meet Don Leonard
In episode 161, we talk with congressional candidate Don Leonard about what it really means to be a “Do-Something Democrat” in this political moment. Our conversation spans the issues hitting working families hardest - from healthcare, chil
We Can Shape What Ohio Votes On in 2026: What You Need to Know About Ohio’s Potential Ballot Initiatives
In episode 160, we bring you our monthly Ohio-politics focus discussion and, yes, we’re already talking about what could be on your November ballot. We break down the four citizen-led ballot initiatives currently gathering signatures - from
*BONUS* What Freedom Really Means: Debriefing The Nordic Theory of Everything
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit https://www.unitedshestands.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7 In January’s ✨bonus✨ episode, we debrief The Nordic Theory of Everything: In Search of a Better Life by Anu
Putting Voters First: Allison Russo on Her Run for Ohio Secretary of State
In episode 158, we sit down with Democratic candidate Allison Russo to discuss her run for Ohio Secretary of State, her record defending free and fair elections, and her vision for strengthening democracy for all Ohioans. Resources: * Campa
From Combat to Congress: Hell Cat Cait Conley Is Ready to Get Sh*t Done
In episode 157, we’re joined by Hell Cat (https://x.com/CaitforNewYork/status/1988649022761120060) Cait Conley - a decorated combat veteran and national security expert running for Congress in New York’s 17th District. From protecting our d
Why Aren’t More People Disturbed? Political Apathy and Our 2026 Goals
In episode 156, we set our 2026 intentions and ask the uncomfortable question - why don’t more people care about politics? We dig into where apathy comes from, why it matters, and how we move from disengagement to action. Resources * Politi
From the Vault! Why You Should Care Way More About State and Local Politics: A Conversation with David DeWitt
Week Two of our holiday break AKA we’re re-releasing another goodie from 2025! Be sure to listen to this episode (or listen again) with David DeWitt to hear him talk about the importance of state and local news. Original Air Date: August 12
From the Vault! It’s Not Just Your Budget—It’s the System: Katie Gatti Tassin on the Intersection of Finance and Politics
We’re re-releasing one of our favorite episodes from this year for our holiday break! Enjoy this conversation with Katie Gatti Tassin, where she talks about the intersection of money and politics. Already listened? Do it again - it’s been a
Inside the Ohio Statehouse: What You Need to Know & What Needs Your Voice
In episode 153, we kick off the start of our monthly series dropping Ohio-focused episodes, catching you up on the key legislation, power moves, and policy battles shaping Ohio politics. Don’t worry - we include any bright spots we can find
Bridging the Disconnect: Adrianne Marsh on Reaching Today’s Voters
In episode 152, we sit down with Adrianne Marsh, longtime strategist, campaign leader, to dig into the evolution of voter behavior and the future of Democratic strategy. From digital ethnography to narrative research, she explains what camp
The Blueprint for Building Blue Power in Red America with the Beyond Resistance Podcast
In episode 150, we dig into the blueprint for turning red turf blue with movement-builders Jennifer Austin and Sarah Schulz. The duo from the Beyond Resistance Podcast explains the steps, strategies, and first actions that help local organi
The Algorithm’s Trap: Unpacking the Alt-Right Pipeline with Jess Britvich
In episode 149, we are joined by our friend Jess Britvich, who helps us unpack how beauty, wellness, and “trad” content can become gateways to extremist ideologies. Jess breaks down how internet culture and algorithms subtly draw women into
Fixing Ohio's Broken Statehouse: Cara Jacob on Fighting for Working Families and a Fairer Ohio
In episode 148, we talk with our friend Dr. Cara Jacob about why she’s stepping up to run for the Ohio State Senate. From property taxes to public schools and healthcare, she shares what’s driving her campaign and how she hopes to create a
If She Can't Farm, She'll Fight: Hallie Shoffner’s Run for the U.S. Senate
In episode 147, we sit down with sixth-generation farmer and U.S. Senate candidate Hallie Shoffner, who’s stepping out of the fields and into the fight for Arkansas. Hallie shares why she’s taking on Tom Cotton and how she plans to stand up
On the Front Lines of Ukraine: Benjamin Goldhagen on Fighting Disinformation and Defending Humanity
In episode 145, we sit down with human rights advocate Benjamin Goldhagen, who has spent the last two years documenting the war in Ukraine and confronting Russian disinformation. His work offers a rare, unfiltered look at what’s really happ
The Fight for Fair Maps: A Panel Discussion on Ohio’s Redistricting Showdown with the Equal Districts Coalition
Ohio is in the middle of a high-stakes redistricting battle that will shape political power through 2032 and gerrymandering is once again threatening fair representation. In episode 144, we’re joined by members of the Equal Districts Coalit
