Let's Talk Wyoming

This episode pays tribute to Charlie Kirk, exploring his life, legacy, and the impact he had on the conservative movement and young people across America with host Amy Edmonds. Wyoming Senate President Beau Biteman reflects on his personal experiences with Charlie: his unwavering faith, and his commitment to free speech on college campuses. They discuss the challenges facing young conservatives to...

This episode pays tribute to Charlie Kirk, exploring his life, legacy, and the impact he had on the conservative movement and young people across America with host Amy Edmonds. Wyoming Senate President Beau Biteman reflects on his personal experiences with Charlie: his unwavering faith, and his commitment to free speech on college campuses. They discuss the challenges facing young conservatives to...

In this episode of Let's Talk Wyoming, Amy discusses the critical topic of vaccines with pediatricians Dr. Michael Sanderson and Dr. Louisa Mook. They explore the science behind vaccines, the importance of herd immunity, and the impact of vaccine-preventable diseases. The conversation also addresses vaccine hesitancy, misinformation, and the role of exemptions in vaccination rates. The experts emp...

In this episode of Let's Talk Wyoming, Amy discusses the critical topic of vaccines with pediatricians Dr. Michael Sanderson and Dr. Louisa Mook. They explore the science behind vaccines, the importance of herd immunity, and the impact of vaccine-preventable diseases. The conversation also addresses vaccine hesitancy, misinformation, and the role of exemptions in vaccination rates. The experts emp...

In this episode, the host discusses the importance of persuasion in political discourse, emphasizing the need to avoid demonizing opponents. The conversation reflects on the recent political violence, particularly the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and how it highlights the toxic nature of current political disagreements. Amy advocates for viewing disagreement as a healthy and normal part oour Rep...

In this episode, the host discusses the importance of persuasion in political discourse, emphasizing the need to avoid demonizing opponents. The conversation reflects on the recent political violence, particularly the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and how it highlights the toxic nature of current political disagreements. Amy advocates for viewing disagreement as a healthy and normal part oour Rep...

In this conversation, Superintendent Megan Degenfelder discusses the current state of education in Wyoming, focusing on key themes such as school choice, parental empowerment, early literacy initiatives, and the importance of leadership in education. She addresses concerns about political bias in classrooms, the need for effective career and technical education, and the ongoing challenges of reduc...

In this conversation, Superintendent Megan Degenfelder discusses the current state of education in Wyoming, focusing on key themes such as school choice, parental empowerment, early literacy initiatives, and the importance of leadership in education. She addresses concerns about political bias in classrooms, the need for effective career and technical education, and the ongoing challenges of reduc...

In this episode of Let's Talk Wyoming, host Amy Edmonds discusses the evolving landscape of education in Wyoming, focusing on school choice, charter schools, and the Steamboat Legacy Scholarship. Joined by guests including Senator Evie Brennan, Yes. Every Kid's Matt Frendeway, and Kari Cline, the conversation delves into personal experiences with school choice, the current state of charter schools...

In this episode of Let's Talk Wyoming, host Amy Edmonds discusses the evolving landscape of education in Wyoming, focusing on school choice, charter schools, and the Steamboat Legacy Scholarship. Joined by guests including Senator Evie Brennan, Yes. Every Kid's Matt Frendeway, and Kari Cline, the conversation delves into personal experiences with school choice, the current state of charter schools...

In this episode of Let's Talk Wyoming, host Amy Edmonds discusses a variety of pressing issues affecting the Cowboy State, including the recent lawsuit blocking the Wyoming Education Savings Account program, the controversial case of Troy Lake regarding EPA emissions, the political landscape leading up to the 2026 elections, and the challenges faced by local news outlets like PBS and small-town ne...

In this episode of Let's Talk Wyoming, host Amy Edmonds discusses a variety of pressing issues affecting the Cowboy State, including the recent lawsuit blocking the Wyoming Education Savings Account program, the controversial case of Troy Lake regarding EPA emissions, the political landscape leading up to the 2026 elections, and the challenges faced by local news outlets like PBS and small-town ne...

In this episode of Let's Talk Wyoming, host Amy Edmonds discusses recent political developments in Wyoming, focusing on deceptive political tactics, the influence of dark money, and the role of out of state groups. She highlights a recent text campaign targeting Governor Mark Gordon, which misrepresents his stance on free speech and education. The conversation also touches on the evolution of the...

In this episode of Let's Talk Wyoming, host Amy Edmonds discusses recent political developments in Wyoming, focusing on deceptive political tactics, the influence of dark money, and the role of out of state groups. She highlights a recent text campaign targeting Governor Mark Gordon, which misrepresents his stance on free speech and education. The conversation also touches on the evolution of the...

In this episode of Let's Talk Wyoming, host Amy Edmonds and "professional BS detector" Tyler Lindholm from American's for Prosperity, discuss the One Big Beautiful Bill, exploring its implications on the economy, tax cuts, Medicaid reforms, and public lands. They debunk common misconceptions surrounding the bill, particularly regarding deficit spending and the impact on rural hospitals. The conver...

In this episode of Let's Talk Wyoming, host Amy Edmonds and "professional BS detector" Tyler Lindholm from American's for Prosperity, discuss the One Big Beautiful Bill, exploring its implications on the economy, tax cuts, Medicaid reforms, and public lands. They debunk common misconceptions surrounding the bill, particularly regarding deficit spending and the impact on rural hospitals. The conver...

Amy recaps her interview with Governor Mark Gordon and shares a few insights into the interview and her first reactions to it before the main conversation with the Mayor of Gillette begins. In this conversation, Mayor Shay Lundvall of Gillette, Wyoming, discusses the future of energy in his community, which has historically been centered around coal. He emphasizes the importance of embracing new e...

Amy recaps her interview with Governor Mark Gordon and shares a few insights into the interview and her first reactions to it before the main conversation with the Mayor of Gillette begins. In this conversation, Mayor Shay Lundvall of Gillette, Wyoming, discusses the future of energy in his community, which has historically been centered around coal. He emphasizes the importance of embracing new e...

Check out our website:https://letstalkwyomingpodcast.com/episodes/ In this conversation, Governor Mark Gordon discusses the challenges in the upcoming Budget Session and in education, the influence of out-of-state money in politics, and the evolving political dynamics within the state. He emphasizes the importance of addressing misinformation regarding education and the need for responsible budget...

Check out our website: https://letstalkwyomingpodcast.com/episodes/   In this conversation, Governor Mark Gordon discusses the challenges in the upcoming Budget Session and in education, the influence of out-of-state money in politics, and the evolving political dynamics within the state. He emphasizes the importance of addressing misinformation regarding education and the need for responsible bud...

This conversation explores the complexities surrounding public lands in Wyoming, particularly in relation to the proposed Big Beautiful Bill Act, which aimed to sell federal lands. The discussion highlights the bipartisan concerns over land sales, the importance of public lands to Wyoming residents, and the need for responsible management and legislation. There was a discussion of the necessity of...

This conversation explores the complexities surrounding public lands in Wyoming, particularly in relation to the proposed Big Beautiful Bill Act, which aimed to sell federal lands. The discussion highlights the bipartisan concerns over land sales, the importance of public lands to Wyoming residents, and the need for responsible management and legislation. There was a discussion of the necessity of...

In this Independence Day special, the host discusses the foundational principles of American order, emphasizing that America is not a historical accident but the product of a long line of thought. The conversation explores the importance of moral order, the rule of law, and the first principles of conservatism as articulated by thinkers like Russell Kirk and John Adams. The host warns against the...

In this Independence Day special, the host discusses the foundational principles of American order, emphasizing that America is not a historical accident but the product of a long line of thought. The conversation explores the importance of moral order, the rule of law, and the first principles of conservatism as articulated by thinkers like Russell Kirk and John Adams. The host warns against the...

In this episode of Let's Talk Wyoming, Amy delves into the complexities of Wyoming politics, particularly focusing on education funding and the implications of Judge Froelicher's recent ruling on the Steamboat Legacy Scholarship. Amy discusses the mission of public education, the role of school choice, and the impact of monopolies in the education system. The conversation highlights the importance...