Politicit Podcast (Audio)

Join us for a compelling conversation with James Ebert, the Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Weber-Davis and a dedicated community leader in Northern Utah. In this episode of the PoliticIt Podcast, James talks about his journey from years of public service — including his time as a Weber County Commissioner — to leading one of the region’s most impactful youth organizations.
We dive into: •
What drives the mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs and how they serve local youth •
Lessons learned from his tenure as a Weber County Commissioner and community policymaker
• Challenges and opportunities facing youth and families in Weber and Davis counties
• His vision for community development, leadership, and civic engagement
• Thoughts on a possible run for public office in 2026 (future plans discussed on the show). Whether you’re passionate about leadership, youth development, or local politics, this episode offers thoughtful insight from someone at the crossroads of nonprofit impact and civic service.
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On this episode of the PoliticIt Podcast, host John Johnson sits down with Todd Weiler, attorney, longtime Utah State Senator, and co-host of the Political as Heck podcast.
Together, they discuss how podcasting is giving Utah lawmakers a new platform for honest, long-form political discourse—beyond soundbites and headlines. Senator Weiler shares why more elected officials are turning to podcasts to engage voters, explain complex legislation, and have candid conversations about the Utah Legislature, judicial issues, public safety, and conservative principles. Hosted by Senator John Johnson, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how politics, media, and technology are intersecting in Utah—and what that means for voters heading into future legislative sessions.
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On this episode of the Politicit Podcast, host John Johnson examines one of the most debated shifts in modern politics: early voting and turnout strategy within the Republican Party.
The conversation centers on Scott Presler and his work with Early Vote Action, a national effort focused on registering voters and encouraging Republicans to vote early, vote by mail, or vote on Election Day. Presler has been a leading voice urging conservatives to adapt to existing election laws rather than disengage from the process.
Sen. Johnson and his guest discuss why turnout strategy now plays a decisive role in close elections, the internal resistance many Republicans still have toward early voting, and whether embracing these tools is necessary to compete—and win—in today’s political environment.
🎧 Topics include:
Scott Presler’s early-vote strategy and grassroots organizing
Why turnout often matters more than persuasion
Republican skepticism of early voting—and the data behind it
Cultural vs. strategic approaches to election integrity
Lessons from recent national and state elections
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On this episode of the Politicit Podcast, host John D. Johnson sits down with Randy Watt, retired Ogden Police Chief and Special Forces Colonel, for an in-depth conversation on leadership, policing, and combat-tested decision-making.
Chief Watt brings more than three decades of law enforcement experience, including service in every operational component of the Ogden Police Department, 12 years on SWAT, and 15 years as a firearms and defensive tactics instructor. He is a nationally recognized expert in law enforcement use of force, a lead trainer and advisor to the National Tactical Officers Association, and a frequent presenter at State SWAT Associations across the country.
In addition to his policing career, Randy Watt is a decorated combat veteran who served 34 years in the U.S. Army and Utah National Guard, retiring as a Special Forces Colonel. He commanded at every level of Special Forces—from Operational Detachment Alpha to Group command—and led counter-terrorism operations in Afghanistan and Iraq.
This episode explores:
Leadership under pressure
Police use-of-force standards and accountability
SWAT operations and training realities
Lessons from Special Forces command applied to civilian policing
The future of law enforcement leadership in America
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🎙️ Doug Fiefia: Protecting Families, Expanding School Choice & Building Smarter Communities In this episode of the PoliticIt Podcast, Senator John D. Johnson sits down with Doug Fiefia for a wide-ranging conversation about family, opportunity, technology, and the kind of public policy that actually improves everyday lives. Doug’s story begins with his parents’ immigration from Tonga and growing up in a crowded, multi-family home in Utah—experiences that shaped his lifelong commitment to family-centered policy and upward mobility. From playing college football and earning an MBA at Rice University to building a career in technology at Google and Domo, Doug brings rare private-sector and technical insight into the legislature. The conversation explores how that background informs his work on responsible AI governance, foster care reform, economic development, and education choice—always with a focus on outcomes, accountability, and human dignity. Topics covered in this episode include:
• Growing up first-generation American and why family policy matters • How tech experience shapes smarter, more realistic legislation
• Utah’s leadership in AI policy and consumer protection
• Co-chairing a bipartisan national AI task force with Future Caucus
• Fixing foster care finance so benefits truly follow the child
• Expanding school choice while prioritizing equity and quality
• Building institutions that can adapt as technology and communities evolve. Doug also explains why Utah’s approach—measured, practical, and institution-focused—is drawing national attention, and why civic engagement at the state level still makes a real difference. If you care about family stability, smarter tech policy, foster youth outcomes, and education options that strengthen communities, this is a conversation worth your time.
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Catherine Austin Fitts has spent her life following one question: How does money shape power, neighborhoods, and personal freedom? From the row houses of Philadelphia to the trading floors of Wall Street, from the corridors of HUD to founding Solari, Inc., her journey exposes the hidden architecture of modern finance — and the new risks emerging from programmable digital money. In this episode we explore:
🔹 Why neighborhoods crumble even when money is available
🔹 How Wall Street once ran on trust, reputation, and speed
🔹 What Catherine learned inside HUD — and why federal programs often enrich intermediaries, not communities
🔹 The massive wealth creation revealed by her “Community Wizard” optimization models
🔹 How litigation and political pushback shaped her turn toward public education
🔹 Why she believes a “financial coup” is underway
🔹 The real danger behind CBDCs, programmable money, and debanking
🔹 What states are doing to push back — and how citizens can defend financial autonomy
🔹 Practical steps to preserve cash, build local resilience, and reduce dependency on centralized systems This conversation is not about fear — it’s about agency. Catherine explains why the next decade will be shaped by the choices we make at the local and state level, and how a small, organized minority can restore economic freedom and rebuild local prosperity.
If you care about liberty, money, or the future of governance, this is a must-watch.
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Catherine Austin Fitts has spent her life following one question: How does money shape power, neighborhoods, and personal freedom? From the row houses of Philadelphia to the trading floors of Wall Street, from the corridors of HUD to founding Solari, Inc., her journey exposes the hidden architecture of modern finance — and the new risks emerging from programmable digital money. In this episode we explore:
🔹 Why neighborhoods crumble even when money is available
🔹 How Wall Street once ran on trust, reputation, and speed
🔹 What Catherine learned inside HUD — and why federal programs often enrich intermediaries, not communities
🔹 The massive wealth creation revealed by her “Community Wizard” optimization models
🔹 How litigation and political pushback shaped her turn toward public education
🔹 Why she believes a “financial coup” is underway
🔹 The real danger behind CBDCs, programmable money, and debanking
🔹 What states are doing to push back — and how citizens can defend financial autonomy
🔹 Practical steps to preserve cash, build local resilience, and reduce dependency on centralized systems This conversation is not about fear — it’s about agency. Catherine explains why the next decade will be shaped by the choices we make at the local and state level, and how a small, organized minority can restore economic freedom and rebuild local prosperity. If you care about liberty, money, or the future of governance, this is a must-watch.
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Catherine Austin Fitts is an American investment banker and former public official who served as the Assistant Secretary of Housing-Federal Housing Commissioner under President George H.W. Bush. She is a former managing director at Dillon, Read & Co. and is also known for her work with Solari, Inc. and her writings on finance and economics.
 
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