Kudzu Vine Politics

Kudzu Vine

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Oct 19, 2026

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Episodes

Lakshya Jain of The Argument 20.04.2026

Lakshya joined us to discuss his bring Split Ticket over to become part of The Argument. We also discussed other polling and political issues impacting the 2026 Election Cycle. Wendy and David also discussed the the feud the White House has started with the Pope, how news of the war with Iran feel like market manipulation, and the Alabama Governor's race.

Jackson McMillan of Campaign Grade 13.04.2026

The founder of Campaign Grade & Keylime Strategies, Jackson McMillian campaign grade joined us to discuss his newly launched venture to rate campaign firms and consultants. We also got a report from DNC member Wendy Davis on the Spring DNC meeting in New Orleans and the 2026 Carter-Lewis Dinner in Atlanta. Finally Wendy and David discussed the defeat of Viktor Orbán, the ongoing situation in I...

Lachlan McIntosh, South Carolina Political Expert 06.04.2026

Former Executive Director of the South Carolina  Democratic Party, Lachlan McIntosh joined us to discuss politics in the Palmetto State. In the first segment Wendy and David discussed the firings the week of both Attorney General Pam Bondi and Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George. Also, the highly inconsistent message on the war with Iran from Donald Trump. In the fial podcast only segment the te...

Milan Singh of The Argument 30.03.2026

Milan Singh a Fellow @ The Argument joined us to discuss both the new online magazine The Argument and his recent piece regarding the SAVE Act and Voter ID proposals. Additionally, Wendy and David discussed the idea of ground troops being sent to the Middle East and Burt Jones' attacks on "Jackson" with recent direct mail pieces sent to Republican voters.

Honoring the Life & Legacy of Former Georgia State Rep. Buddy Childers 23.03.2026

Georgia State Senator Nan Orrock joined us to honor the Life & Legacy of Former Georgia State Rep. Buddy Childers 

Chris Leonchik & Andre Stafford 16.03.2026

In the first segment Andre Stafford joined us to recap the Georgia 14 Special Election and preview the Georgia Governor's race. In the second segment Chris Leonchik of  Uncrewed's State Legislative Election Watch to discuss legislative elections from across the nation and previewed Tuesday's Illinois' primary. In the final segment Wendy & David concluded the show with the ongoing military acti...

Scott Soracco was our guest 09.03.2026

Georgia State House candidate Scott Soracco joined us to discuss his campaign. Additionally, Wendy & David recepped the primaries in Texas, Arkansas, and North Carolina. The team also dicussed some of the highlights of candidate qualifying in Georgia. They ended the show with predictions of the special election for Congress in Georgia's 14th District.

Elie Honig, CNN's Senior Legal Analyst was our guest 02.03.2026

Elie Honig joined us to discuss his new book: When You Come at the King: Inside DOJ's Pursuit of the President, From Nixon to Trump – A Legal History of Special Counsel Cases  Additionally, Wendy and David discussed the declaration  of war and early military actions against Iran. The show closed with the latest developments with the Epstein Files, the State of the Union address, and the reports th...

SCOTUS Tariff Decision, Presidential Primary Calendar and more 23.02.2026

Wendy and David discussed the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling striking down the Trump tariffs, took a detailed look a the possible changes to the Presidential primary calendar and finally discussed the visit by Donald Trump to Rome Georgia and how that might impact the special election for the Congress in Georgia's 14th District.

Tom Jensen of Public Policy Polling was our featured guest 16.02.2026

In addition to Tom sharing information about a myriad of recent polls across America Tim, Wendy, & David discussed the impacts of the SAVE Act on both American Democracy and partisan electoral dynamics. Finally, the they dsicussed the future of the Gordie Howe Bridge that is scheduded to open in June of 2026.

Clayton Turtor and Multiple 2026 Georgia Political Races 08.02.2026

Sports historian Clayton Trutor joined us to discuss if NHL hockey in Atlanta for a third time would be a charm.  Additionally, Tim and David discussed Rick Jackson's entry into the Georgia Governor's race and conducted a buy/sell/hold on his primary and general election chances. In the final segment of the show Tim and David discussed Trump's endorsement in the Georgia 14 Special Election and the...

Shawn Harris joined us to discuss his Congressional campaign 02.02.2026

In addition to our interview with retired General Shawn Harris discussing his Congressional special election on March 10th in Northwest Georgia Maria Banjo joined us to tell us the events that unfolded at the Fulton County elections last week. Tim, Wendy, and David ended the show with a discussion of the shocking special election result in Forth Worth, Texas on January 31st and we that may preview...

Brian Reisinger joined us to discuss Acre Trader 26.01.2026

Author Brian Reisinger joined us to discuss Acre Trader and other issues facing family farmers in America. Also, Tim, Wendy, David discussed the second tragic killing in Minnesota at the handed of ICE in the first month of 2026. Finally, we discussed the map of projected control of the US Senate according to public polls.

Dr. Elizabeth Suhay 19.01.2026

Dr. Elizabeth Suhay of American University joined us to discuss her new book: Debating the American Dream: How Explanations for Inequality Polarize Politics. Additionally, Tim Shiflett led off the show with an Outrage of the Week about how Donald Trump might steal or cancel the Midterm elections with particular focus on Jay Bookman's column in the Georgia Recorder. We finished the show with a disc...

Steve Morris of The Long Run & The Recount 12.01.2026

Steve joined us to discuss Governor's races around the country and more. Also, Tim, Wendy and David discussed the killing of Renee Good by ICE, and the threats on Greenland by Donald Trump.

Political Predictions for 2026 and More! 05.01.2026

Tim, Wendy and David each made muliple political predictions for the year ahead. We also discussed the military actions taken against Venezuela and the ramifcations and finally the ads highlighting the suspect practices of Burt Jones and how he uses his role as Lt. Governor of Georgia.

Dr. Michael Bitzer joined us to discuss North Carolina politics 22.12.2025

In addition to Dr. Bitzer of Old North State Politics, Wendy Davis gave a report on the Winter 2025 DNC Meeting, we discussed the Trump Adminstration violation of the law by not relasing portions of the Epstein Files, and a buy, sell, hold on the campaign for Georgia Governor of Ruwa Romman.

Miles Coleman and Milan Singh 15.12.2025

Milan Singh joined us as guest host and discussed the new Yale Youth Poll. In the middle of the show with covered a myriad of races across the nation with Miles Coleman from University of Virginia's Center of Politics. Finally, Tim, Milan and David ended the show with a Buy/Sell/Hold on the Keisha Lance Bottoms' campaign for Georgia Governor.

Er Li Peng joined us to discuss politics in Maine and New Hampshire 08.12.2025

In addition to Er Li Peng talking New England politics with us, Tim, Wendy, and David discussed the  latest Harvard Youth Poll and we did a buy/sell/hold on the campaign for Georgia Governor of Geoff Duncan.

Georgia State House Candidate Eric Gisler was our guest 01.12.2025

Eric Gisler, running in the special election for Georgia State House District 121 was our guest tonight. Also, Vinny Olsziewski was our guest host for Wendy Davis.  Tim, Vinny, and David previewed and made predictions for the special Congressional election in Tennessee's 7th Distict. Also, they did a Buy/Sell/Hold on Michael Thurmond for Governor of Georgia and finally, they discussed Vivek Ramasw...

Dale Cardwell joined us to discuss his new book: Don't Get Scammed, Get Smart!: Seven Steps to Outsmart Today's Most Dangerous Post-COVID 24.11.2025

In addition to discussing Don't Get Scammed, Get Smart!: Seven Steps to Outsmart Today's Most Dangerous Post-COVID with Dale Tim, Wendy, and David discussed the suprise announcement that Majorie Taylor Greene is leaving Congress on January 5th. Also, they did a Buy/Sell/Hold on Georgia Secreatary of State Brad Raffensperger campaign for Governor of Georgia.

Dr. Joanna Dee Das 17.11.2025

Dr. Das joined us to discuss her upcoming book: Faith, Family, and Flag: Branson Entertainment and the Idea of America, Prior to the interview Tim, Wendy, and David discussed the breakup of the political alliance between Donald Trump and Majorie Taylor Greene and if the impending release of the Epstein Files is the main cause of the split.  After the interview we Tim, Wendy, and David discussed th...

Bill Schneider joined us to recap and give his thoughts on the 2025 Elections. 10.11.2025

The episode's main segment features political analyst Bill Schneider, who offers his expert thoughts and breakdown of the election results and their implications. Following Schneider's appearance, the hosts—Tim, Wendy, and David—provide their own perspectives on the outcomes and the political fallout. A major focus of the post-election discussion is the significant political shift following the De...

Kevin Olasanoye and Lowell Feld joined us to preview the New Jersey and Virginia Elections 03.11.2025

Lowell Feld of Blue Virginia and for New Jersey Democratic Party Executive Director joined us to preview Tuesday's statewide elections. In addition Tim, Wendy, & David discussed  Donald Trump calling for Republicans to use the nuclear option on the filabuster in the US Senate as a means of ending the 30 plus day federal government shutdown. Finally, the host gave their predictions for several...

JJ Ames of Cal Exit was our guest 27.10.2025

JJ Ames joined us to discuss Cal Exit and Oklahoma politics.

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