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Send us Fan Mail  Today on **The JoCo Republican Podcast**, I sit down with Oregon State Senator **Noah Robinson** to discuss the proposed removal of the **120-year-old Murphy Dam** in Murphy, Oregon.   Why are local taxpayers potentially being asked to spend **around $4 million** to remove infrastructure that has served our community for over a century? This dam helps feed irrigation canals that...

Send us Fan Mail  What do Elon Musk, a former homeless man from Grants Pass (me), and Oregon's homelessness crisis have in common? More than you might think.   See the Video Here :  https://youtu.be/76TJsmKHg0g @elonmusk  @LongIslandAudit  In this episode of The JoCo Republican Podcast, I break down Elon Musk's incredible journey from South Africa to Canada, through failure, risk, near b...

Send us Fan Mail  California is once again taking DAYS / WEEKS to count millions of ballots, and many Americans are asking the same question: How can one of the most technologically advanced states in the nation still struggle to deliver timely election results?  SEE THE FULL VIDEO HERE :   https://youtu.be/aOqJ-n5J3uc  In this episode of The JoCo Republican Podcast, we take a closer look at Calif...

Send us Fan Mail  When people run out of facts, evidence, or persuasive arguments, the conversation often shifts from debating ideas to labeling people. Whether it's calling them a "Nazi," "racist," "misogynist," "fascist," or "member of the Good Ol' Boys Club," these accusations have become common shortcuts that often replace meaningful...

Send us Fan Mail  In today's episode of The JoCo Republican Podcast, we discuss the tragic death of "Jace Ricky Matthew Sinderson" on Fish Hatchery Road in Grants Pass in December of 2025 and the questions that continue to surround the case by his mother.  Watch the full video here :   https://youtu.be/OG39wq2cIiU Months later, there appears to be very little publicly available info...

Send us Fan Mail  The Grants Pass Tribune is at it again.  See the full video here : https://youtu.be/jyu27xdFjfU This week we're diving into the latest controversy surrounding candidate filings, the Tribune's demands for answers from John West and Chad Hansen, and the claim that refusing to engage with a known leftist newspaper somehow creates suspicion. Here's the problem: candida...

Send us Fan Mail SEE THE VIDEO HERE : https://youtu.be/gsUTSyG2gjc?si=Hry0oMDStG1d01Wk A local resident recently made a post on Facebook on every local Facebook group I am a member of accusing members of our party of possible ballot harvesting or other foul play simply because volunteers were helping members of the public by taking ballots, voter registration forms, and other paperwork across the...

Send us Fan Mail  Tonight I cover the May 19th, 2026 election results for Josephine County including U.S. Senate, Congressman, State Representative District 3, County Commissioner Positions 1 and 2, County Clerk, County Treasurer, Legal Counsel, and the PCP (Precinct Committee Person) races. We go through the vote totals and who came out on top across the county in tonight’s election coverage.   T...

Send us Fan Mail  Three Part Interview Series -- Part 2  See the video here : https://youtu.be/cVcyBuwTgWA "Senator David Brock Smith (DBS)" In this episode of The JoCo Republican Podcast, I talk with Oregon State Senator David Brock Smith “DBS” about his run for U.S. Senate, his years of service helping communities across Oregon, and why he believes now is the time to bring that experie...

Send us Fan Mail  Three Part Interview Series - Part 3 "Jo Rae Perkins"  See the full video here : https://youtu.be/Rm6WswGKlM4 In this episode of The JoCo Republican Podcast, I talk with Jo Rae Perkins about her run for U.S. Senate, what motivated her to get involved in politics, and the path that led her to where she is today. Jo Rae shares stories about her past ambitions, career expe...

Send us Fan Mail  What makes someone step up and run for U.S. Senate? In this episode of The JoCo Republican Podcast, we sit down with Russell McAlmond to hear his story, why he decided to enter the race, what issues matter most to him, and what he believes needs to change in Washington. From the economy and government accountability to the direction of the country, this conversation gives viewers...

Send us Fan Mail  There’s been a lot of buzz on social media and around town lately, so we’re inviting Republicans in Josephine County, NAVs, and even Democrats who may be thinking about joining us to come down and talk with us in person. From now until Election Day, there will be candidates and community members at the office daily who are running for office and available to meet you, answer ques...

Send us Fan Mail  Part 3 of our 3 part candidate series.  See the video interview here : https://youtu.be/SVnl2DBvkew I sit down with Darius Englen, candidate for Josephine County Clerk. Darius brings over 30 years of experience in IT, data systems, and network security, along with a background in the U.S. Navy and private sector consulting.  We talk about why he decided to run and what he believe...

Send us Fan Mail  This episode came together after I kept seeing the same rumors floating around online about John West.  See the video here : https://youtu.be/kNO-RmNPvoI People were saying he was behind lawsuits, others were bringing up the recall, and I realized I didn’t have an answer because I hadn’t been following it at the time. So I started digging into it myself and went directly to the s...

Send us Fan Mail  Ed Diehl showed up with supporters and community members at River Valley Church Redwood Campus for a local meet and greet where he talked about his campaign, his background, issues facing Oregon, and the direction he believes the state should be heading.  Watch the full video here : https://youtu.be/9CUPlHGP_ks In this episode of The JoCo Republican Podcast I cover the entire eve...

Send us Fan Mail Part 2 of our 3 part candidate series. I sit down with Chad Hansen, candidate for Josephine County Commissioner Position #2. Full Interview Video Here : https://youtu.be/jzCZkaUgD88 Chad was born and raised in Josephine County with deep roots in the timber industry, public works, and local business. We talk about his background, why he decided to run, and what he thinks needs to c...

Send us Fan Mail  Part 1 of 3 In this episode of the Josephine County Republican Podcast.  See the full interview video here : https://youtu.be/JIHsQIibowM I sit down with commissioner candidate John West, who is running for Position #1 in Josephine County.  We talk about government spending, transparency, the county budget, law enforcement, the jail, and where taxpayer money is really going. John...

Send us Fan Mail WATCH THE VIDEO HERE :  https://youtu.be/Ou0xMb9lKzY In this episode, we start with a breakdown of the National Crime Victims’ Rights Week press release from the Josephine County District Attorney’s Office.   From April 19 through April 25, over 1,100 flags are being displayed at the courthouse. Each flag represents a crime victim from 2025. It is a strong visual showing the real...

Send us Fan Mail  I went out to the Josephine County Animal Shelter and walked the facility while talking with staff, with Commissioner Gary Richardson there answering questions as we went.  You’ll see what they deal with day to day and how the place actually runs. They’ve got about 9 staff members and a volunteer base somewhere in the 150–200 range, handling thousands of animals every year. It’s...

Send us Fan Mail  Ben Edtl joins me to break down what he says is corruption inside Oregon politics, and why the problem isn’t just Democrats.  See the full interview VIDEO here on Youtube : https://youtu.be/4mGnhO_5MY4 We get into internal fights within the Republican Party, PAC money, leadership issues, and the people pulling strings behind the scenes. We talk about Free Oregon, what happened to...

Send us Fan Mail  Patriots Conference (Part 2) | Afternoon Session | Full Coverage  Watch the  Youtube Video Here : https://youtu.be/CoVnNteZR_Q This is Part 2 of the Patriots Conference, covering the afternoon session through the end of the event.  Speakers continue the discussion on local, state, and national issues, building on what was covered earlier in the day.  👉 Watch Part 1 here: https:/...

Send us Fan Mail  I sat down with a Josephine County Treasurer candidate Simon Hare and got into what people are already asking about.  We talk about the $25,000 issue, what happened, and his side of it. We also get into county finances, leadership, and what voters should be paying attention to right now.  If you’re local, take a listen and decide for yourself. Like and subscribe if you want more...

Send us Fan Mail  (Morning Session) Patriots Conference (Part 1)   Morning Session :  See the video here https://youtu.be/U7dw_SMz-O4 Full Coverage This is Part 1 of the Patriots Conference held at the Josephine County Fairgrounds, covering the morning session from 9AM through mid-day. Speakers covered a mix of local, state, and national issues, giving their perspectives on what’s happening and wh...

Send us Fan Mail  Welcome Dr. Douglas Frank to the show!  Dr. Douglas Frank is a world-renowned physicist and inventor. He holds a PhD in surface electroanalytical chemistry with over 60 publications in that field. He is an inventor, entrepreneur, teacher, musician, dad, husband, and a servant of Christ. Since 2020, Dr. Frank has pursued election reform in 48 states with grassroots teams, earning...

Send us Fan Mail In this interview, I sit down with Josephine County Commissioner Gary Richardson to talk about his background, what led him to step into the role, and what he plans to do for the community. We cover his experience, priorities, and his perspective on where Josephine County is headed. This is a straightforward introduction to one of your county commissioners. I’ll also be interviewi...