<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Politics is broken. The news cycle is exhausting. And somehow, three people who argue for fun decided to make a podcast about it. The Swing State is a weekly politics show covering U.S. domestic policy, global geopolitics, elections, democracy, Congress, the White House, foreign policy, and whatever else is currently on fire. We bring the research. We bring the receipts. We also bring opinions — clearly stated and vigorously defended. Each episode breaks down the big story of the week: what happened, why it matters, and what the other side is actually saying before we explain why we disagree.</p>]]></description><link>https://riverside.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 07:11:29 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/viRHyZNn.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></author><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:24:26 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 The Swing State]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[News Commentary]]></category><category><![CDATA[Politics]]></category><itunes:author>The Swing State</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Politics is broken. The news cycle is exhausting. And somehow, three people who argue for fun decided to make a podcast about it. The Swing State is a weekly politics show covering U.S. domestic policy, global geopolitics, elections, democracy, Congress, the White House, foreign policy, and whatever else is currently on fire. We bring the research. We bring the receipts. We also bring opinions — clearly stated and vigorously defended. Each episode breaks down the big story of the week: what happened, why it matters, and what the other side is actually saying before we explain why we disagree.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>The Swing State</itunes:name><itunes:email>theswingstatepod@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="News"><itunes:category text="News Commentary"/><itunes:category text="Politics"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><item><title><![CDATA[Political Hot Takes: The 2026 Midterm Elections | The Swing State Ep. 18]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The 2026 midterms could reshape Congress, and there are plenty of hot takes worth debating. From the biggest Senate and House races to the GOP’s strategy, Democratic opportunities, Trump’s influence, and the issues that could decide the election, here are some bold predictions and unconventional takes on the 2026 midterm elections. </p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fef4ceb0-de49-4010-9a98-3c954b1cf921</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:25:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ed7fde5922f5f02535f77712640639a456022a082cf7f963a38d89a40690442f/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmZWY0Y2ViMC1kZTQ5LTQwMTAtOWE5OC0zYzk1NGIxY2Y5MjEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFjNDZkNjllNWE2NGM5ZjBjZjYwMGU1L2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLTIwMjYtMTAtNl9fMTUtMjUtNTYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="119867498" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/fef4ceb0-de49-4010-9a98-3c954b1cf921/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The 2026 midterms could reshape Congress, and there are plenty of hot takes worth debating. From the biggest Senate and House races to the GOP’s strategy, Democratic opportunities, Trump’s influence, and the issues that could decide the election, here are some bold predictions and unconventional takes on the 2026 midterm elections. &lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:02:26</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Political Hot Takes: The 2026 Midterm Elections | The Swing State Ep. 18</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Data Centers, 3rd Country Deportations, & Press Bans | The Swing State Ep. 17]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The latest political headlines are driving major debates in Washington. This episode covers the newest <b><strong>data center developments</strong></b>, the <b><strong>Trump administration’s third-country deportation policy update</strong></b>, and the escalating <b><strong>Trump–press fight over media access and press restrictions</strong></b>. We break down what’s changed, what these developments could mean, and the broader political implications heading into the 2026 midterms.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">1d01e335-494d-474e-aa51-8b8621c49069</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:04:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/351849c314d156136f6e48bcd32188be43b06b2e7296d4d15673b9032aa0852c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIxZDAxZTMzNS00OTRkLTQ3NGUtYWE1MS04Yjg2MjFjNDkwNjkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFiZWJlMDA5Y2M1MWE3YmUxYTE1YTU3L2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLTIwMjYtMTAtMV9fMjItNC01My5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="86175808" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/1d01e335-494d-474e-aa51-8b8621c49069/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The latest political headlines are driving major debates in Washington. This episode covers the newest &lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;data center developments&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, the &lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Trump administration’s third-country deportation policy update&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, and the escalating &lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Trump–press fight over media access and press restrictions&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;. We break down what’s changed, what these developments could mean, and the broader political implications heading into the 2026 midterms.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:44:53</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Data Centers, 3rd Country Deportations, &amp; Press Bans | The Swing State Ep. 17</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Governor Election Predictions (September 2026) | The Swing State Ep. 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The 2026 governor races will put dozens of states in play, with open-seat contests, incumbent battles, and key swing-state races shaping the national political landscape. This prediction breaks down the major gubernatorial races, the candidates, state political trends, and the factors that could determine which party controls more governor’s offices after Election Day.</p><p><br /></p><p>#elections #2026elections #midtermelections #governorelections</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4a6ef21f-0144-4ee0-a02a-70c96a5081f6</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:42:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/19d00b9c4345a0d5040e54aa88a8181cc1b588432d538a5e23c643c2579fbfaa/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0YTZlZjIxZi0wMTQ0LTRlZTAtYTAyYS03MGM5NmE1MDgxZjYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFiMjA5NjBlY2Q5MGRmOGZkZmZjMTgzL2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLTIwMjYtOS0yMl9fMTctNDItNTcubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="115578401" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/4a6ef21f-0144-4ee0-a02a-70c96a5081f6/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The 2026 governor races will put dozens of states in play, with open-seat contests, incumbent battles, and key swing-state races shaping the national political landscape. This prediction breaks down the major gubernatorial races, the candidates, state political trends, and the factors that could determine which party controls more governor’s offices after Election Day.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#elections #2026elections #midtermelections #governorelections&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:00:12</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:title>2026 Governor Election Predictions (September 2026) | The Swing State Ep. 16</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 2026 GOP Convention Was a Joke... | The Swing State Ep. 15]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The 2026 GOP Convention in Dallas brought together Republican leaders, activists, and voters amid major debates over the party’s direction. From the speeches and policy priorities to the biggest moments and controversies, here’s a reaction to what stood out at the convention and what it could mean for the Republican Party heading into the 2026 election.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2d3da6e8-b9f5-48bb-ad38-90aebcd4f232</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:19:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/829a2da93746cc457f9921c8a730dc6509f964095572c10997a930f342ca7cf5/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyZDNkYTZlOC1iOWY1LTQ4YmItYWQzOC05MGFlYmNkNGYyMzIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFhOGMwNDhjNDhmNjQwYWFmZjk1MDZmL2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLTIwMjYtOS0xNV9fMTUtMTktMzYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="67613405" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/2d3da6e8-b9f5-48bb-ad38-90aebcd4f232/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The 2026 GOP Convention in Dallas brought together Republican leaders, activists, and voters amid major debates over the party’s direction. From the speeches and policy priorities to the biggest moments and controversies, here’s a reaction to what stood out at the convention and what it could mean for the Republican Party heading into the 2026 election.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:35:13</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The 2026 GOP Convention Was a Joke... | The Swing State Ep. 15</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Senate Election Predictions (August 2026)| The Swing State Ep. 14]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The 2026 Senate elections could reshape the balance of power in Washington. We break down the most competitive Senate races, analyze key battleground states, evaluate the strongest candidates, and share our predictions for which party is most likely to control the U.S. Senate after the 2026 midterm elections. From vulnerable incumbents to emerging challengers, we examine the races that could decide the future of Congress and discuss the political trends influencing each contest.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">debc513a-5eb5-4a82-9ecd-7a2c21de4380</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:33:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/7c0e9750a864eed13de10bd00811fa7eb1b2a6dcc84e5c47cbe027bca922109d/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkZWJjNTEzYS01ZWI1LTRhODItOWVjZC03YTJjMjFkZTQzODAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE3MTVlZTc5ZGM2ZmM3MGFlZDBlNjZmL2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtOC00X181LTM5LTE5Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="89105702" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/debc513a-5eb5-4a82-9ecd-7a2c21de4380/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The 2026 Senate elections could reshape the balance of power in Washington. We break down the most competitive Senate races, analyze key battleground states, evaluate the strongest candidates, and share our predictions for which party is most likely to control the U.S. Senate after the 2026 midterm elections. From vulnerable incumbents to emerging challengers, we examine the races that could decide the future of Congress and discuss the political trends influencing each contest.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:46:25</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:season>14</itunes:season><itunes:title>2026 Senate Election Predictions (August 2026)| The Swing State Ep. 14</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Congressional Stock Trading: Public Service or Private Profit? | The Swing State Ep. 13]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Should members of Congress be allowed to trade individual stocks while in office? We explore the debate over congressional stock trading, examining concerns about conflicts of interest, public trust, and whether lawmakers should be required to use blind trusts or divest their holdings entirely.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c59b6ac0-75ac-4664-a113-e9e1395faa36</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:29:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/15f2269aed16419617b59662af084fc38d4c6e3e87362c38ef983dd78e4e0aac/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjNTliNmFjMC03NWFjLTQ2NjQtYTExMy1lOWUxMzk1ZmFhMzYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE2ODBiYjNkY2RjOTg4YzQyYTM4ZjEzL2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNy0yOF9fMy01My01NS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="48726665" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/c59b6ac0-75ac-4664-a113-e9e1395faa36/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Should members of Congress be allowed to trade individual stocks while in office? We explore the debate over congressional stock trading, examining concerns about conflicts of interest, public trust, and whether lawmakers should be required to use blind trusts or divest their holdings entirely.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:25:23</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:season>13</itunes:season><itunes:title>Congressional Stock Trading: Public Service or Private Profit? | The Swing State Ep. 13</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Addressing Trump's Election Security Speech  | The Swing State Ep. 12 ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we take a deep dive into President Trump's recent election security speech and examine the major claims he presented, the evidence his administration says supports those claims, and the questions that remain.</p><p></p><p>Rather than focusing on headlines, we break down each claim individually, discuss the publicly released documents and intelligence referenced in the speech, and explore what they do and do not show.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">71bd3466-7e2f-4d41-86b5-942e63056860</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:00:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b2ea50852fd11f0d6f4601f46735f8de5f1c963f6d0611c0870b31186f7ae49d/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3MWJkMzQ2Ni03ZTJmLTRkNDEtODZiNS05NDJlNjMwNTY4NjAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1ZWUzNWMzNzEzMzA3ZjFmZTVlYTRlL2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNy0yMV9fNS0xMS0yNC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="58704187" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/71bd3466-7e2f-4d41-86b5-942e63056860/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we take a deep dive into President Trump&apos;s recent election security speech and examine the major claims he presented, the evidence his administration says supports those claims, and the questions that remain.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Rather than focusing on headlines, we break down each claim individually, discuss the publicly released documents and intelligence referenced in the speech, and explore what they do and do not show.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:30:34</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:season>12</itunes:season><itunes:title>Addressing Trump&apos;s Election Security Speech  | The Swing State Ep. 12 </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The ROAD to Housing Act: Fix or Failure? | The Swing State Ep. 11]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>It’s official. Despite high drama and the ultimate political plot twist of taking effect without a presidential signature, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is officially the law of the land.</p><p>Supporters are calling it the most significant housing reform in over three decades. Critics say it’s a drop in the bucket compared to the mortgage "lock-in" crisis. But what does it actually mean for developers, renters, homebuyers, and local cities?</p><p></p><p>In this episode, we are pulling back the curtain on this massive bipartisan package of housing provisions. We skip the dense legislative jargon and break down exactly who wins, who loses, and how this is going to reshape the American housing market over the next decade.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9a5a2365-6613-4e46-b3e5-3aacdf87fbd5</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:02:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b42f049da7d8ff71773ca8a9cf021445ad9d89f86b4845b94ae4608a41484bbe/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5YTVhMjM2NS02NjEzLTRlNDYtYjNlNS0zYWFjZGY4N2ZiZDUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1NmZlNzNkNDAwZWFmMjc2ZmQwNWI3L2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNy0xNV9fNS0yOC01MS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="64026479" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/9a5a2365-6613-4e46-b3e5-3aacdf87fbd5/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;It’s official. Despite high drama and the ultimate political plot twist of taking effect without a presidential signature, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is officially the law of the land.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Supporters are calling it the most significant housing reform in over three decades. Critics say it’s a drop in the bucket compared to the mortgage &quot;lock-in&quot; crisis. But what does it actually mean for developers, renters, homebuyers, and local cities?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we are pulling back the curtain on this massive bipartisan package of housing provisions. We skip the dense legislative jargon and break down exactly who wins, who loses, and how this is going to reshape the American housing market over the next decade.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:33:21</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:season>11</itunes:season><itunes:title>The ROAD to Housing Act: Fix or Failure? | The Swing State Ep. 11</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 SCOTUS Rulings: Citizenship, Elections, Executive Power, Immigration | The Swing State Ep. 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Supreme Court just finished one of its most consequential terms in history. In this video, we break down the blockbuster 2026 SCOTUS rulings that are reshaping American law, immigration, executive power, and civil rights.</p><p>From the major decision on birthright citizenship in <i>Trump v. Barbara</i> to the high-stakes battle over transgender athletes in <i>Little v. Hecox</i> (consolidated with <i>West Virginia v. B.P.J.</i>), we cut through the political noise to explain exactly what the justices decided, who dissented, and how these rulings impact your everyday life.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">50ca7fab-7c94-4d42-b1c0-32455d2a77ee</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:20:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/dfbba1a36ad603385f55b69d0b33159865f2e113fb8862e00005cd62cdea5ee7/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1MGNhN2ZhYi03Yzk0LTRkNDItYjFjMC0zMjQ1NWQyYTc3ZWUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE0YzkwOTQzYTM5NzljNTFjZjBhYjRlL2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNy03X183LTM3LTI0Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="95535586" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/50ca7fab-7c94-4d42-b1c0-32455d2a77ee/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Supreme Court just finished one of its most consequential terms in history. In this video, we break down the blockbuster 2026 SCOTUS rulings that are reshaping American law, immigration, executive power, and civil rights.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From the major decision on birthright citizenship in &lt;i&gt;Trump v. Barbara&lt;/i&gt; to the high-stakes battle over transgender athletes in &lt;i&gt;Little v. Hecox&lt;/i&gt; (consolidated with &lt;i&gt;West Virginia v. B.P.J.&lt;/i&gt;), we cut through the political noise to explain exactly what the justices decided, who dissented, and how these rulings impact your everyday life.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:49:45</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:title>2026 SCOTUS Rulings: Citizenship, Elections, Executive Power, Immigration | The Swing State Ep. 10</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Explaining the New U.S.-Iran Peace Deal |The Swing State Ep. 9]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The United States and Iran have reportedly reached a new preliminary peace deal, marking a major turning point after months of tension and uncertainty. In this episode, we break down what’s in the agreement, why it matters, and what could happen next for the region, the ceasefire, and broader U S foreign policy.</p><p></p><p>We also look at the biggest questions surrounding the deal, including whether it can hold, what both sides may be trying to secure, and how Israel, and the international community might respond. Is this the start of a lasting breakthrough, or just a fragile pause?</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">714af54c-c0f4-42e9-9662-78cfa723ad95</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:38:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/19d5a6360001c59057247b66cda2549a26e2aa03b8637524c598bec2c5b19434/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3MTRhZjU0Yy1jMGY0LTQyZTktOTY2Mi03OGNmYTcyM2FkOTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEzMDdiMWYyOTZiMDIyMTI1Mjg0NWFkL2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNi0xNl9fMC0yMi0yMy5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="37985114" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/714af54c-c0f4-42e9-9662-78cfa723ad95/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The United States and Iran have reportedly reached a new preliminary peace deal, marking a major turning point after months of tension and uncertainty. In this episode, we break down what’s in the agreement, why it matters, and what could happen next for the region, the ceasefire, and broader U S foreign policy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also look at the biggest questions surrounding the deal, including whether it can hold, what both sides may be trying to secure, and how Israel, and the international community might respond. Is this the start of a lasting breakthrough, or just a fragile pause?&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:19:47</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Explaining the New U.S.-Iran Peace Deal |The Swing State Ep. 9</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reacting to the Maine Primary + CA Election Updates | The Swing State Ep. 8]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation begins with a focus on the Maine Senate nominations, highlighting the significance of Graham Plattner's victory and the contrast with Susan Collins. It then delves into Plattner's candidacy, prospects, and strategies for his campaign. The discussion shifts to the California election process, addressing mail-in voting, the top two system, and recent developments. The debate on election fraud and the fairness of the election process leads to a conclusion and agreement on the effectiveness of the election process in California.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Graham Plattner's victory reflects the changing dynamics of the Democratic Party and the appeal of progressive candidates.</li><li>The California election process showcases the impact of mail-in voting and the top two system on voter participation and the prevalence of conspiracy theories.</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p>#USPolitics #PoliticalPodcast #ElectionAnalysis #Elections2026 #SenateElections #StatePolitics #DemocratsVsRepublicans #AmericanDemocracy #VoterTurnout #PoliticalDebate #MainePolitics #MaineSenate #SusanCollins #GrahamPlattner #RankedChoiceVoting #CaliforniaPolitics #MailInVoting #BallotCounting #TopTwoPrimary #ElectionIntegrity #VoterAccess #MailBallots #BlueShift #SenateControl #BattlegroundStates #PoliticalTikTok #NewsBreakdown #DeepDivePolitics #CivicsTalk #MediaCritique</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2ca0b3bf-f566-4b72-ada1-812b7d0f23d8</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b35b7266e0e2786e05c209653c800b48dda09256e506a0157b62320548631cb7/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyY2EwYjNiZi1mNTY2LTRiNzItYWRhMS04MTJiN2QwZjIzZDgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEyYzFjZjg3NmRlYmVhMjU3NTJjNzlkL2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNi0xMl9fMTYtNTEtMzYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="80978068" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/2ca0b3bf-f566-4b72-ada1-812b7d0f23d8/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation begins with a focus on the Maine Senate nominations, highlighting the significance of Graham Plattner&apos;s victory and the contrast with Susan Collins. It then delves into Plattner&apos;s candidacy, prospects, and strategies for his campaign. The discussion shifts to the California election process, addressing mail-in voting, the top two system, and recent developments. The debate on election fraud and the fairness of the election process leads to a conclusion and agreement on the effectiveness of the election process in California.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Graham Plattner&apos;s victory reflects the changing dynamics of the Democratic Party and the appeal of progressive candidates.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The California election process showcases the impact of mail-in voting and the top two system on voter participation and the prevalence of conspiracy theories.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#USPolitics #PoliticalPodcast #ElectionAnalysis #Elections2026 #SenateElections #StatePolitics #DemocratsVsRepublicans #AmericanDemocracy #VoterTurnout #PoliticalDebate #MainePolitics #MaineSenate #SusanCollins #GrahamPlattner #RankedChoiceVoting #CaliforniaPolitics #MailInVoting #BallotCounting #TopTwoPrimary #ElectionIntegrity #VoterAccess #MailBallots #BlueShift #SenateControl #BattlegroundStates #PoliticalTikTok #NewsBreakdown #DeepDivePolitics #CivicsTalk #MediaCritique&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:42:11</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Reacting to the Maine Primary + CA Election Updates | The Swing State Ep. 8</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breaking Down the 2026 California Primary Results | The Swing State Ep. 7]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The 2026 California Primary Election is in the books, and we're breaking down the key results, major takeaways, and what they could mean moving forward. In this video, we examine the biggest races, voter trends, notable surprises, and the overall impact of the primary on California's political landscape.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4ee342aa-0042-43a0-827b-2ef33d27d1bf</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:18:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b0ade26b948f9b1912531aeeb3f59233dbfcee048249bf71bcf18ea8f30204ae/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0ZWUzNDJhYS0wMDQyLTQzYTAtODI3Yi0yZWYzM2QyN2QxYmYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExZmMyZTdmOGNlMTE0ZmVhNGY5OWQ2L2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNi0zX184LTAtNy5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="56519096" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/4ee342aa-0042-43a0-827b-2ef33d27d1bf/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The 2026 California Primary Election is in the books, and we&apos;re breaking down the key results, major takeaways, and what they could mean moving forward. In this video, we examine the biggest races, voter trends, notable surprises, and the overall impact of the primary on California&apos;s political landscape.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:29:26</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Breaking Down the 2026 California Primary Results | The Swing State Ep. 7</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside the GOP Purge: Cassidy, Massie, Cornyn vs. MAGA | The Swing State Ep. 6]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the impact of loyalty politics and the presidential endorsement on the Republican Party in 2026. It explores the Louisiana GOP Senate primary, the impact of the presidential endorsement, and the concept of loyalty politics. It also discusses the Kentucky's Fourth Congressional District primary, Thomas Massey's loss, and draws a comparison with FDR's purge. The conversation delves into the theme of loyalty-driven politics and the transformation of the Republican Party, highlighting the impact of identity politics and the prioritization of loyalty over broader electability. The discussion explores the influence of Donald Trump and the alignment with his agenda as a defining factor in political races.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Loyalty politics</li><li>Impact of presidential endorsement Loyalty-driven politics</li><li>Transformation of the Republican Party</li></ul><p></p><p>#TheSwingState #PoliticsPodcast #USPolitics #GOP #Trump #RepublicanParty #PrimaryElections #BillCassidy #ThomasMassie #KenPaxton #JohnCornyn #JamesTalarico #Election2026 #ElectionAnalysis #PoliticalCommentary #CivicEngagement</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">33a89175-379b-4e6f-93c1-953e92b7ad47</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/55b6a4601991b54ad214b949b1ff5cda21fb03b271b1ce3778ea958bb58f56c8/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzM2E4OTE3NS0zNzliLTRlNmYtOTNjMS05NTNlOTJiN2FkNDciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExN2FjNjI1MWViNDQ1MzA0Y2QxYTYwL2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNS0yOF9fNC00NS01NC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="68604804" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/33a89175-379b-4e6f-93c1-953e92b7ad47/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the impact of loyalty politics and the presidential endorsement on the Republican Party in 2026. It explores the Louisiana GOP Senate primary, the impact of the presidential endorsement, and the concept of loyalty politics. It also discusses the Kentucky&apos;s Fourth Congressional District primary, Thomas Massey&apos;s loss, and draws a comparison with FDR&apos;s purge. The conversation delves into the theme of loyalty-driven politics and the transformation of the Republican Party, highlighting the impact of identity politics and the prioritization of loyalty over broader electability. The discussion explores the influence of Donald Trump and the alignment with his agenda as a defining factor in political races.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Loyalty politics&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Impact of presidential endorsement Loyalty-driven politics&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Transformation of the Republican Party&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#TheSwingState #PoliticsPodcast #USPolitics #GOP #Trump #RepublicanParty #PrimaryElections #BillCassidy #ThomasMassie #KenPaxton #JohnCornyn #JamesTalarico #Election2026 #ElectionAnalysis #PoliticalCommentary #CivicEngagement&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:35:44</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Inside the GOP Purge: Cassidy, Massie, Cornyn vs. MAGA | The Swing State Ep. 6</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ranking the 2028 Democratic Presidential Candidates]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Who could lead the Democrats in 2028? In this video, we rank the top potential Democratic presidential candidates based on popularity, political experience, fundraising power, debate skills, and overall electability. From governors and senators to rising national figures, we break down who has the best shot at winning the White House after the 2024 election cycle. Agree with our rankings? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know who you think should be #1.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d1cac363-735c-4524-b17e-b6d1f045b1e5</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:44:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/e2a47793edc18ca49ade0ba5e003f7bfd198db920d2ba969b380fd61c184d3ac/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkMWNhYzM2My03MzVjLTQ1MjQtYjE3ZS1iNmQxZjA0NWIxZTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwYTRhMmI4YTUyN2FmZDRkY2Y0M2FlL2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNS0xOF9fMS03LTIyLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="141450074" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/d1cac363-735c-4524-b17e-b6d1f045b1e5/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Who could lead the Democrats in 2028? In this video, we rank the top potential Democratic presidential candidates based on popularity, political experience, fundraising power, debate skills, and overall electability. From governors and senators to rising national figures, we break down who has the best shot at winning the White House after the 2024 election cycle. Agree with our rankings? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know who you think should be #1.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:13:40</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Ranking the 2028 Democratic Presidential Candidates</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gerrymandering: Fair Play or Power Grab?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the concept of gerrymandering, its historical context, and its impact on American politics. It explores legal battles and redistricting, focusing on mid-decade redistricting and the impact on partisan balance. The proposed congressional maps in Florida and their legal challenges are discussed, along with the implications. Additionally, the conversation touches on the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, debating the electoral college and its implications for the electoral process.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Gerrymandering's impact on partisan balance</li><li>Legal battles and implications of proposed congressional maps</li><li>Debate on the electoral college and the national popular vote</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">7b9726c2-2fef-4538-87b0-1494d3aae447</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 14:11:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f5e717214caed81ecfa55746d6e8177a5e96a7f256383503d5d80f0db8350d4f/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3Yjk3MjZjMi0yZmVmLTQ1MzgtODdiMC0xNDk0ZDNhYWU0NDciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmY2U5ZWE1ZWE0NjEzNzY5ZDFlNDc1L2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNS03X18yMS0zNy0xNC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="61421757" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/7b9726c2-2fef-4538-87b0-1494d3aae447/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the concept of gerrymandering, its historical context, and its impact on American politics. It explores legal battles and redistricting, focusing on mid-decade redistricting and the impact on partisan balance. The proposed congressional maps in Florida and their legal challenges are discussed, along with the implications. Additionally, the conversation touches on the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, debating the electoral college and its implications for the electoral process.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gerrymandering&apos;s impact on partisan balance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Legal battles and implications of proposed congressional maps&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Debate on the electoral college and the national popular vote&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:59</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Gerrymandering: Fair Play or Power Grab?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trade War: Power Move or Policy Disaster?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the role of tariffs in the U.S. economic strategy, the legal framework and Supreme Court ruling, the impact of tariffs on consumers and businesses, national security and industry protection, trade deficits and soft power, consumer protection and foreign investment, geopolitical implications of tariffs, the Supreme Court decision and refunds, future considerations for tariff policy, and the impact of tariffs on global relations. The discussion then goes into the complexities of global trade dominance, the impact of de-dollarization on soft power, the influence of trade policy on political strategy, and the implications of Senate procedures on the SAVE Act. It highlights the dynamics of market share, the loss of soft power, legal mechanisms for tariffs, and the pressure on Senate Republicans.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Tariffs have complex implications for the U.S. economy and global relations.</li><li>The legal framework and Supreme Court ruling have significant implications for tariff policy. Understanding the dynamics of global trade dominance is important</li><li>Recognizing the impact of de-dollarization on soft power</li><li>Evaluating the influence of trade policy on political strategy</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">3bfeaaeb-4e7a-4415-8a0b-b74bb72c099f</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/da71609e42f49064d97c7e9f045d4d4e82403d66672362bb923bb5f83bcdb95b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzYmZlYWFlYi00ZTdhLTQ0MTUtOGEwYi1iNzRiYjcyYzA5OWYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkNWFkMjhlYTk4NTY2NWQzMjdjNDQ1L2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNC04X18zLTE5LTM2Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="91348471" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/3bfeaaeb-4e7a-4415-8a0b-b74bb72c099f/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the role of tariffs in the U.S. economic strategy, the legal framework and Supreme Court ruling, the impact of tariffs on consumers and businesses, national security and industry protection, trade deficits and soft power, consumer protection and foreign investment, geopolitical implications of tariffs, the Supreme Court decision and refunds, future considerations for tariff policy, and the impact of tariffs on global relations. The discussion then goes into the complexities of global trade dominance, the impact of de-dollarization on soft power, the influence of trade policy on political strategy, and the implications of Senate procedures on the SAVE Act. It highlights the dynamics of market share, the loss of soft power, legal mechanisms for tariffs, and the pressure on Senate Republicans.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tariffs have complex implications for the U.S. economy and global relations.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The legal framework and Supreme Court ruling have significant implications for tariff policy. Understanding the dynamics of global trade dominance is important&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Recognizing the impact of de-dollarization on soft power&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Evaluating the influence of trade policy on political strategy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:47:35</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Trade War: Power Move or Policy Disaster?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAVE Act: Secure Elections or Voter Supression?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the SAVE Act, which aims to require proof of U.S. citizenship for federal election voting. It explores the substance of the act, support and opposition, debate on voter disenfranchisement, barriers to entry, bipartisan support, and the filibuster debate in the Senate. It then turns to the filibuster and its impact on legislation, particularly the SAVE Act. It explores the purpose of the filibuster, its role in promoting bipartisan negotiation, and its implications for the passage of the SAVE Act. The discussion also touches on representation in the Senate and the ongoing war in Iran.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>SAVE Act aims to require proof of U.S. citizenship for federal election voting</li><li>Debate on the SAVE Act centers around election integrity and voter disenfranchisement</li><li>The impact of the filibuster on the passage of the SAVE Act and its implications for future legislation.</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">503f32a8-f95c-4ac9-8b2c-07607bcad2c4</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b19417eb29ecb18492628889ce1bd3db89ace127445172e71bf8261f2564cc4b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1MDNmMzJhOC1mOTVjLTRhYzktOGIyYy0wNzYwN2JjYWQyYzQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkOTI0YTk3ZjlkYTc4NjEzOWYzMjMxL2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNC0xMF9fMTgtMjYtMTcubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="91569989" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the SAVE Act, which aims to require proof of U.S. citizenship for federal election voting. It explores the substance of the act, support and opposition, debate on voter disenfranchisement, barriers to entry, bipartisan support, and the filibuster debate in the Senate. It then turns to the filibuster and its impact on legislation, particularly the SAVE Act. It explores the purpose of the filibuster, its role in promoting bipartisan negotiation, and its implications for the passage of the SAVE Act. The discussion also touches on representation in the Senate and the ongoing war in Iran.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;SAVE Act aims to require proof of U.S. citizenship for federal election voting&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Debate on the SAVE Act centers around election integrity and voter disenfranchisement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The impact of the filibuster on the passage of the SAVE Act and its implications for future legislation.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:47:41</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>SAVE Act: Secure Elections or Voter Supression?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran War: Necessary Strike or Unconstitutional Disaster?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran, exploring the roots of the tension, regional escalation, nuclear negotiations, constitutional debates, changing justifications for war, intelligence reliance, economic and humanitarian implications, and the future outlook. The impact of the conflict on the Middle East and the potential deployment of troops are also discussed.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>The need for a permanent solution and mutual agreement in the Middle East</li><li>Debate on the constitutionality of the war and the War Powers Act</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">dfb29eb6-abf6-4721-968f-efc1bdb4c8f7</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Swing State]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/3bc7625f215c5985c78dbd202c4da7864fafa862990ff2881531ff57ecba8a12/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkZmIyOWViNi1hYmY2LTQ3MjEtOTY4Zi1lZmMxYmRiNGM4ZjciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4NTY2YzgwNi0zNDNjLTRiODYtYjYxMC1mNzc1NWQxZjdhNzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJjZWIzYzJmMmE5ZTRmMTBhMTNiMmEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllNzhjMjQ0NjRiYmZhZWM3NTVmZDk5L2FkYXJzaHMtc3R1ZGlvLU00UHpqLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNC0yMV9fMTYtMzktMzIubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="54200259" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/episodes/dfb29eb6-abf6-4721-968f-efc1bdb4c8f7/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran, exploring the roots of the tension, regional escalation, nuclear negotiations, constitutional debates, changing justifications for war, intelligence reliance, economic and humanitarian implications, and the future outlook. The impact of the conflict on the Middle East and the potential deployment of troops are also discussed.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The need for a permanent solution and mutual agreement in the Middle East&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Debate on the constitutionality of the war and the War Powers Act&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:28:14</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8566c806-343c-4b86-b610-f7755d1f7a79/logos/dbd5865b-efae-4d8f-8672-f68be22e5496.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Iran War: Necessary Strike or Unconstitutional Disaster?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>