PoliticIt Podcast

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 of 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 into 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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Ari Ioannides invites you to join him in Shaping Summit County's Future

Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Ari Ioannides, candidate for Summit County Council.
 
Ari Ioannides is an eighteen-year resident of Summit County, known for his problem-solving skills through the use of technology and sustainable processes. As a successful IT entrepreneur, he has delivered world-class services to local governments and built effective teams.
 
Ari was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, as the eldest of three brothers. His father, Romilos (Roy) Ioannides, immigrated from Greece in 1953 to study at Georgia Tech, where he met Ari’s mother, Angela Chotas. Angela was deeply involved in their church, playing the organ and leading as the principal soloist. Roy received his master of education on an NSF scholarship and was a lifelong high school math teacher. Angela served on the Atlanta Public Schools Board of Education where she worked with board president Dr. Benjamin E. Mays to peacefully integrate schools. Growing up in the segregated South, Ari’s early education was in white-only schools. This changed in 1972 when desegregation was implemented in Atlanta Public Schools, introducing Ari to his first African-American teacher. This teacher was instrumental in helping him overcome dyslexia and foster a love for learning. Ari’s high school years at the diverse Grady High School were transformative.
 
There, he honed his skills in computer programming and became the youngest computer operator at Sears, setting the stage for his future in technology. Seeking a quieter, more grounded life for his family, Ari moved to Summit County in 2006. He has since been a resident on both the east and west sides of the county, now settling in Wanship with his wife, Ember where they share their four children. The family fully embraces the outdoor lifestyle that Summit County offers, from skiing and hiking to off-roading and horse riding. Their children have benefited from the diverse educational environments of both Park City and North Summit School districts, enriching their family’s connection to the community.
 
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Former Utah Congressman Rob Bishop in studio discussing recent events and court rulings.

Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Former Congressman Rob Bishop. Rob Bishop served as the U.S. representative for Utah's 1st congressional district from 2003 to 2021.
 
A member of the Republican Party, he became the dean of Utah's congressional delegation after the retirement of Orrin Hatch from the U.S. Senate in 2019. Before his congressional tenure, Bishop was a Utah State Representative (1978–1994), including two final years as Speaker of the Utah House of Representatives and Chair of the Utah Republican Party (1997–2001). He was a candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Utah as Thomas Wright's running mate in the 2020 election.
 
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Diane Livingston is a longtime member of our community with a passion education.

Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Diane Livingston, Diane is running for the Utah State Board of Education – District 6 (Park City, east Salt Lake City, Millcreek, and north Holladay). You can vote for Diane in the general election coming this November.
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After serving as Ogden’s police chief for 32 years, Eric Young is embarking on the next chapter of his career. Discover what lies ahead for him.

Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Eric Young, former Ogden City Police Chief to celebrate 32 years of outstanding service to the city.
 
Eric Young has 32 years of law enforcement experience with the Ogden Police Department in Utah, serving as Chief of Police since January 2021 and previously as Deputy Chief since 2012. He holds a Master of Science in Management and Leadership from Western Governors University and is a graduate of the 266th session of the FBI National Academy.
 
 
Eric has received numerous awards, including the Utah Chief’s of Police Association Large Agency Chief of the Year award in 2023 and the Utah Fraternal Order of Police Chief of the Year award in 2024. He is dedicated to community service, having held leadership roles in local organizations focused on domestic violence and community action.
 
 
In August 2024, Eric retired from the police force to join DekkoSecure as the Director of Business Development providing highly secure file-sharing and collaboration solutions to US Law Enforcement agencies.
 
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The Utah state legislature needs experienced law enforcement officers among its ranks.

Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Matt Gwynn, Roy City Police Chief and Utah House Representative for District 6, who is seeking reelection.
Matt is intense in his dedication to service, passionate about solving problems, and has incredible devotion that fuels his fight for change in the face of irresponsible government and bureaucrats alike.
The Utah state legislature needs experienced law enforcement officers among its ranks when debating and voting on public safety policy. Public safety is the largest consumer of municipal budgets and public safety legislation, next to education, is a priority of the state legislative bodies. The problem is that decisions made at the state level, while well-intended, can have a negative impact on local police and fire agencies. Matt has 23 years of law enforcement experience and will use that experience in debating and voting for common-sense and effective public safety solutions. Legislators may think they have an idea about the realities that confront public safety officials and the communities they serve. Very few, if any, have responded to or have taken a role in managing or working on a critical incident. Matt actually knows and has responded to the challenges that municipalities confront regarding outcomes of public safety policy created by the state. His experience on the Weber Fire District Board of Trustees provides him with the knowledge of the challenges facing the fire service as well. There is not a more well-rounded public safety experienced legislator on Capitol Hill than Matthew Gwynn.
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Jayden Laursen grew up fascinated by politics, history, and using both for making a better tomorrow.

Join our host, Senator John D. Johnson, as he welcomes Jayden Laursen, an exceptional young man with a great story. Jayden Laursen grew up fascinated by politics, and history, and using both for making a better tomorrow. As a kid, he used building blocks to make the white house and other Washington monuments.
He overcame many haters and doubters saying he'd never make it when he was put in the Dan Johnson and Tina Cannon administrations. Serving on many campaigns and serving up in Cache Valley. At a young age, he served on the seminary council for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He started to experience health issues, mental health struggles, Suicidal thoughts, anxiety attacks, and depression during that time and chose to use those positions he had to help influence others to know they are not alone.
Since then, Jayden has not done a single talk/devotional/speech/interview/ etc....without mentioning mental health hoping to reach out to the one. He's still doing church devotionals and videos and serving in Tina Cannons, Dan Johnsons, Bill Campbell's campaign, and Chris Wilson's administration.
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