CBCI Podcast

We welcome Randy Kessler, Regional Director for Stand With Us Northwest, to the show to give us an insightful history lesson on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict. Randy explains the mission of Stand With Us and discusses antisemitism's presence in the Pacific Northwest. We discuss the media treatment of Israel and educational opportunities for students and the general public. You can visit www....

Annette Cary, Senior Reporter for the Tri-City Herald, joins the show to discuss local journalism's importance and enduring popularity. We discuss upcoming format changes to the Herald and what she sees as the future of the news media amidst the transition away from traditional print. Will AI replace human journalists? What advice does she have for up-and-coming reporters? We discuss all that...

We're here to give the people what they want, and what they want is more hot yard sign takes! We welcome renowned yard sign installation expert and friend to all, Ryan Jacobs, to the show. Ryan is the 8th Legislative District Chair for the Benton County Republican Party and he joins for part two of the CBCI yard sign podcast extravaganza.

We welcome Deanna Martinez, Chair of the Mainstream Republicans of Washington, to the show. Deanna explains how she became involved in politics, how the Mainstream Republicans operate in the political landscape of Washington, what exactly is a "mainstream" candidate, and the importance of electability. We wrap up with an overview of what is going on in the 15th legislative district.

Josh and Ken recap the CBCI event that featured the lovely and talented Brandi Kruse as the keynote speaker. We discuss Brandi's message along with thoughts delivered by Congressman Dan Newhouse who joined on a brief hiatus from the madness in Washington D.C. Is there hope from the moonbats? Time will tell, but CBCI will be there to combat the moonbat.

What does it mean to have common sense when it comes to politics? How can the Republican Party compete in Washington? Is Jaime Herrera Beutler an ideal candidate? Why listen to Josh and Ken ramble about these issues? Luckily, you don't have to, because we are beyond thrilled to welcome the one and only Brandi Kruse to the show. Brandi is the host of unDivided (undividedpod.com) and will be our...

We welcome Senator Matt Boehnke from the 8th District to the show to talk about how he became interested in politics. Then we dive into the hot topic of China and two bills he proposed to address the CCP's purchase of farmland and Chinese drones. We also delve into the world of autonomous vehicles and the legislation Matt has proposed there. Could Washington be a hub for exploring this innovat...

After so many high-profile guests, Josh and Ken chat one-on-one to recap the interviews with Todd Myers and Jim Walsh. Then, we jump into some outlandish claims that showed up in recent campaign emails only to follow the trail to a nonsensical radio interview from a local congressional candidate. We delve into whether Rep. Dan Newhouse is for funding Planned Parenthood, if he is flippant about the...

Jim Walsh is the newly elected Chair of the Washington State Republican Party. Jim joins us to tell us about his goals for the WSRP and why he thinks the Republican Party has struggled in Washington. We discuss what makes a "strong candidate" and how one should factor in electability when choosing who to support. We wrap up by discussing whether his role as chair of the state party confl...

"I don't know, CBCI!" Now we are big time! We are delighted to welcome Todd Myers, Director of the Center for the Environment for the Washington Policy Center, to discuss his recent book (Time to Think Small). He's mostly known as our state Carnac the Magnificent of Gas Prices. Who could have predicted these gas price increases? Well, anyone with common sense, but not to the prec...

CBCI is nothing if not a vestibule leading to political enlightenment, so with today's episode, we welcome Christy Rasmussen to the show to answer the burning question on everybody's mind: just what exactly do our ports do? Christy is a Port Commissioner with the Port of Benton and tells us how she became appointed to her position and enlightens us on why the public should pay attention to...

Rep. Skyler Rude (R-Walla Walla) from the 16th legislative district joins the show to school everyone on the importance of teaching our students financial literacy. We also touch on school choice and working across the aisle.

On episode 15, Josh and Ken welcome Justin Raffa, Chair of the Elections Committee for the Benton County Democrats (and much more!), to discuss the dynamics of the local Democratic Party. We learn how Justin became involved in politics and what he does in his role with the local party. Is the party growing? How do their endorsements work? Lots of agreement is found on the need for civility, seriou...

Just what everyone is yearning for, more hot takes and analysis from the recent Republican presidential debate. What were our favorite moments, any bright spots, and most importantly, what does the showing signify about the future of the Republican Party?

Turning attention to the north, Jake Mayson, Director of Public Policy for Greater Spokane Incorporated, joins the show to give the scoop on the political landscape in Spokane including what to expect in the 2023 mayoral race. Wrapping things up, all take turns bestowing praise upon Cathy McMorris-Rodgers (CMR).

Guestless and restless, Josh and Ken pontificate about the Richland School Board recall, Dan Newhouse's visit to the insane asylum, and the latest happenings in the presidential race. Get the real scoop on the vote to establish the January 6th commission and hear all about "having a beer" with the president.

Josh and Ken welcome Tyler to the podcast to react live to the 2023 primary election results. After discussing the results of the Richland School Board, Seattle City Council, and Spokane Mayoral race, they digress into the electoral history of Calvin Coolidge and what makes a good career politician or a bad one. Spoiler: "We Need You," not "You Need Me."

We welcome Rep. April Connors from the 8th district to tell us about her experience during her first legislative session. We touch on the amendment process, partisanship in the legislature, what the minority party can do to stop bad legislation, and whether it matters if citizens tell the legislature what they think. We highlight and include clips from April's work to salvage the popular farm...

Rep. Bryan Sandlin of the 15th legislative district joins the show to discuss his interest in politics from a young age, what prompted him to pause his political aspirations, and, ultimately, finally run for office last year. We hear about his experience as a freshman legislator, hopes for bi-partisanship in the future, and who gives Republicans the best chance to win the governor's race.

Having lost the recording of the 4th of July special episode, Josh and Ken have a quick conversation on the latest in the race to be Washington's next governor. Also, they try to break down the tactic of labeling one's opponent as (insert ominous music): "The Establishment"

It's late spring, so campaign yard signs are in full bloom. Are they friends or foes? How many cliches can one handle in a yard sign? Josh and Ken gripe about the effectiveness of campaign signs and then dive into a rousing round of local yard sign critique and grading. Volume 1 of yard sign punditry.

With Ken out sick (hopefully not from a mosquito-born illness), Josh interviews Angela Beehler, Executive Director, and Gretchen Graber, Education and Outreach Coordinator, from the Benton County Mosquito Control District. What does the district do? Does citronella work? And will bats save us? Also, can't we just rid the world of mosquitoes once and for all?

Even more presidential candidates, a shake-up at the Washington GOP, and the Washington gubernatorial race gets interesting.

After putting a ribbon on the debt ceiling talk, Josh (fresh off a jaunt to Seattle) and Ken talk about homelessness, big-city politics, and localism.

Josh and Ken hit on topics from near and far including a recap of our official kick-off meeting. Local filings, governor vetos, presidential politics, and more!