Tenessa Talks

In this lively and candid episode of Tenessa Talks, Tenessa Audette welcomes back Christin Turner for a no-holds-barred discussion tackling political and cultural hot-button issues. The two dive into questions and feedback from listeners — from freedom of speech and censorship to feminism, faith, voting, and what it means to stay true to your values in a polarized world. Their friendly yet fearles...

In this episode of Tenessa Talks , Tenessa welcomes a new guest, Christin — a pastor, mom, and patriot — to unpack what’s happening in America today through the lens of faith, history, and civic understanding. Together, they dive into questions many Americans are asking:What does it mean to live out your values in today’s political climate? How should Christians navigate the rise of labels like “C...

In this episode of Tenessa Talks, Tenessa Audette sits down with communications expert Aaron Tesauro to explore how everyday citizens can make their voices heard in government. They unpack the value of civil discourse, why respectful debate matters, and how effective communication can bridge divides in a time of heightened polarization. It’s a thoughtful, practical look at how speaking—and listeni...

In this episode of Tenessa Talks , host Tenessa Audette is joined by communications expert and long-time friend, Aaron Tesauro to explore the real meaning of freedom of speech and freedom of the press in today’s America. With her background in history and government, Tenessa unpacks how these First Amendment rights shape our daily lives — from what we post on social media to how journalists cover...

In this episode of Tenessa Talks, Tenessa Audette sits down with California Assemblymember Carl DeMaio. Carl shares his powerful personal story, starting with his childhood in Huntington Beach. He talks about the challenges he faced when his mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer and his difficult family background. These early experiences shaped his drive to fight for what’s right and to stay...

Budgets. Cuts. Taxes. Programs. We hear about them every day, but what do they really mean for us? In this episode of Tenessa Talks, Tenessa sits down with form Redding Financial Director, Dennice to break down the big, complicated world of government money into something simple, practical, and encouraging. Tenessa shares her perspective as a city council member and explains how budget decisions a...

In this episode, Tenessa dives into one of the topics we all feel but don’t always understand— money and government budgets . Instead of heavy jargon, she breaks it down in plain language and shows how decisions made in city halls and state capitols actually affect the everyday lives of families across the country. The conversation starts with the big picture—why money is such a constant theme in...

In this episode of Tenessa Talks , Tenessa and Ericka dig into what it really means to live out your values in everyday life and in politics. They talk about the big picture—how America was built on freedom, faith, and responsibility—but also bring it down to real, everyday choices we make as citizens. The conversation looks at how policies connect to people’s lives, not just as laws on paper but...

In this episode of Tenessa Talks , Tenessa gets real about life as an elected official and what it takes to stay positive in a world full of politics and pressure. She opens up about why her job in government doesn’t define who she is, how she keeps hope alive, and why she believes real solutions come from less government—not more. She also shares why it matters to really see your elected official...

In this episode of Tenessa Talks , Tenessa Audette and co-host Ericka Jones dive into the big question: Who should we be hiring to represent us in government? The conversation starts with the idea that voting is more than just picking a name on a ballot—it’s about thinking of the process like a job interview. Just as you’d want the right experience and character in someone you hire for an importan...

In this debut episode of Tenessa Talks, host Tenessa Audette invites her friend and local mom-of-three, Ericka Jones, for a candid conversation about life in America, community, and what it really feels like to be on the front lines of local government. Tenessa opens up about the realities of serving as an elected official—the frustrations she hears from the public, the trade-offs in government de...