Politicit Podcast (Audio)

State Treasurer Marlo Oaks in Studio: A Compelling Interview

Join Senator Johnson as he welcomes State Treasurer Marlo Oaks, who is running for re-election.
 
Marlo Oaks serves as Utah's 26th State Treasurer, initially appointed in July 2021 and elected in November 2022 to complete his predecessor’s term. With a background in institutional investment management, he’s one of only two state treasurers in the country with this level of expertise in managing investments.
 
Marlo's understanding of capital markets has positioned him at the forefront of the national effort to protect economic freedoms. He has shared his insights on national programs like The Glenn Beck Program, The HighWire, and Tucker Carlson Tonight, and has written for publications including The Wall Street Journal and The Daily Wire.
 
Marlo holds a degree in economics from Brigham Young University and an MBA from UCLA Anderson. He is also a CFA and CAIA charterholder. Marlo and his wife, Elaine, live in Bountiful, Utah, and are parents to six children.
 
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Barry Evan Short (Libertarian Party) is running for election for Lieutenant Governor of Utah.

Join Senator Johnson as he hosts Barry Short who is running for election for Lieutenant Governor of Utah.
He is on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024. The Libertarian Party primary for this office on June 25, 2024, was canceled.
 
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For over 20 years, Matt MacPherson has proudly called West Valley City his home. As a dedicated small business owner, a parent with children who grew up and attended school here.

Join Senator Johnson as he hosts Rep. Matt MacPherson, who is running for re-election in Utah’s House District 6.
 
A Message from Matt: "For over 20 years, West Valley City has been my home. As a small business owner and a parent of children raised and educated here, I care deeply about our community and want to see it thrive. I’m dedicated to seeing the West Side flourish!
 
I've devoted much of my time to supporting local programs, businesses, and charities here in West Valley. I serve on the oversight committee for the WVC Police Department and have been involved in the SLCoGOP Bylaws committee. I've also served as precinct chair and as a county and state delegate for many years.
 
I love connecting with people, and I would be delighted to meet with you, attend your event, or visit you at your home. Let’s talk about what’s important to you—your voice matters to me! Please reach out anytime; I’m here to listen."
 
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Moms for America is a national movement of moms reclaiming our culture for truth, family freedom and the constitution.

Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Moms for America President Kimberly Fletcher. Together they discuss challenges facing families and the influence of moms today and in the future.
 
Join Senator John D. Johnson as he hosts Kimberly Fletcher, President of Moms for America, in a conversation about the challenges facing families today and the powerful role of mothers now and in the future.
 
Founded in Dayton, Ohio, in 2004, Moms for America® is a national, non-profit 501(c)(3) educational corporation rooted in the principles of liberty and virtue upon which our nation was founded, and focused on promoting these principles, values, and virtues in the home and family through the women and mothers of America. We are many faces from many places combining our talents, experience, and resources to support and encourage each other in the most important work we’ll ever do – raising and nurturing the future of America.
 
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Moms for America is a national movement of moms reclaiming our culture for truth, family freedom and the constitution.

Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Cari Bartholomew and Brooke Stevens representing MOMS for America.
 
Founded in Dayton, Ohio, in 2004, Moms for America® is a national, non-profit 501(c)(3) educational corporation rooted in the principles of liberty and virtue upon which our nation was founded, and focused on promoting these principles, values, and virtues in the home and family through the women and mothers of America. We are many faces from many places combining our talents, experience, and resources to support and encourage each other in the most important work we’ll ever do – raising and nurturing the future of America.
 
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Utah State Representative Brady Brammer in studio reflecting on recent Supreme Court Rulings

Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Utah State Representative Brady Brammer. Together they discuss recent Utah Supreme Court rulings concerning voting boundaries in the State of Utah, and his candidacy to succeed Mike Kenedy in the Utah State Senate.
Utah State Representative Brady Brammer Shares Insights on Recent Supreme Court Decisions
Brady has unique TRAINING & EXPERIENCE to be our strongest representative in the legislature:
As an attorney, Brady has many years successfully representing cities, school districts, businesses, and individuals in governmental legal issues As a BYU adjunct professor of ethics (MPA Program) and business law (Accounting Program), Brady has taught students about the laws governing ethical behavior in the sphere of public service, as well as those laws and accounting principles that lead to successful business Brady served 5+ years on the Highland City Planning Commission dealing with local zoning & development issues As a board member on The Great Outdoors Fund, Brady gave legal insight to protecting access to the great outdoors and enhancing recreation infrastructure As a successful small business owner, Brady understands the growth and infrastructure challenges facing our community, as well as the importance of conservative fiscal policy Educational Training: Juris Doctor & Master of Public Administration (BYU), B.A. in American Studies (BYU)
 
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Dan Peterson and Russell D. Richins join us to discuss their latest film, 'Six Days in August'.

Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Dan Peterson and Russell D. Richins to discuss their new film, 'Six Days in August'.
The Prophet Joseph Smith is dead, killed by a mob. Enemies of the LDS Church think the church will die with Joseph. In fact that danger is a real possibility. The crisis is undeniable, and the saints in Nauvoo are in chaos.
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Senator Chris Wilson joined our podcast today to discuss his perspectives on current events.

Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes his close friend, Senator Chris Wilson, the current representative of Cache Valley.
 
Chris has lived in Cache Valley his entire life and is the third-generation owner of Wilson Motor Company, a family business that has been strengthening the local economy from its downtown Logan location for more than 80 years. His family were among the early settlers of Cache Valley, and Chris has worked hard to carry on their legacy of integrity, hard work, and perseverance. He takes pride in applying these values both in his business and as a representative of District 2 in the State Senate, where he has served since his election in 2020.
 
Family is at the heart of everything Chris does. He and his wife Kiersten share a blended family of ten children and twenty-one grandchildren.
 
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