Three Rural White Guys

The guys record on-site at the campgrounds of Midwest Old Threshers.  They discus Dark Brandon's masterclass in politics and the waining support of Republicans for Donald Trump.  

The guys dive into the playbook for the modern Republican Party: Gain power by any means, victimize followers, create villains and double down on the lies.

The Three Rural White Guys recorded live in Central Park!…..Central Park in downtown Mount Pleasant, IA. MCing the Henry County Democrat’s Summer Ice Cream Social, the guys were joined by: Christina Bohannan, candidate for U.S. Congress for Iowa’s 1st Congressional District; Eric Van Lanker, Democratic Candidate for Lieutenant Governor; Mindy Fitzgibbon, Henry County Recorder Jacob and Kellen even...

In this kickoff to Season 4 of the TRWG's Podcast, Jacob, Kellen and Mike discuss the Supreme Court's upcoming battle with democracy, the growing influence of religion on the U.S. Government and the January 6th hearings.  

In a special 2022 Primaries episode, Admiral Mike Franken joins the show to discuss the big June 7 primary election that will decide who will lead the charge to dethrone Chuck Grassley this fall.  

Mike, Jacob and Kellen return to the studio for a special "between seasons" episode to discuss recent news about Roe vs. Wade. 

The guys discuss Biden's State of the Union speech and Reynold's GOP rebuttal, the growing evidence of GOP/Russia ties and the overly patriotic tactics used by politicians to distract from bad legislation and leadership.  

The Three Rural White Guys interview country music's Chris Housman. They discuss the origins of his hit song, "Blueneck," They also touch on country music's slow journey toward being a more inclusive industry and how to deal with anti-LGBTQ+ legislators. The guys also set the stage for a future episode that will dig into Russia's influence on the modern GOP and right wing media.  

Jessica Piper, the Dirt Road Democrat, joins the guys to discuss how her campaign is turning rural politics on its head.  They discuss her focus on the issues that impact rural communities like public education, agriculture and more. The guys also touch on the most recent manufactured outrage about Hillary Clinton, Kellen's recent stint in Facebook jail and how people can get their very own D...

What is an "Expert" in 2022? The Three Rural White Guys discuss the proliferation of elected officials drafting legislation based on social media trends. They also discuss how rural Democrats can engage our communities to begin the long process of turning things around.  

Following the 2022 caucus, the Three Rural White Guys decided to re-air an interview with Lisa Fleishman, author of “Boots on the Ground.”. Lisa shares about her successful experience organizing in rural Iowa on behalf of the Pete Buttigieg campaign during his 2020 Presidential run.

The guys discuss the relentless Republican attacks on the core of our rural communities, our public schools.  They also address constructive criticism from progressives and have more than a few choice words for how some urban progressives label their rural neighbors.  

Jacob, Kellen and Mike are back for 2022 with a bristling assessment of the now openly authoritarian minded GOP. They even have a few harsh words for the bumbling Democrats.

Gubernatorial candidate Deidre DeJear joins the guys to discuss the work that needs to be done to find common ground and move the state of Iowa forward.

In this special Thanksgiving episode, the guys work to everything out of their systems before Thanksgiving family gatherings.

Gubernatorial candidate Ras Smith joins Kellen and Mike in front of a live audience at the Theatre Museum in Mount Pleasant to discuss education, John Deere, hunting and much more.

Jacob, Kellen and Mike talk Iowa City, Halloween candy, and Facebook’s role in promoting misinformation and hate. The guys also debut a new segment called, “You Got This!”

The Season 3 premier finds the Three Rural White Guys discussing the proposed Iowa legislative district maps, a new regional focus and the increasing opportunity for both parties to support labor and workers rights.

The Three Rural White Guys welcome Wisconsin State Treasurer and U.S. Senate Candidate Sarah Godlewski to the show.  The guys ask her about her journey saving the State Treasurer's Office, winning statewide office and supporting rural towns. And beer, because....Wisconsin.

The Three World Guys celebrate Father’s Day with friend of the show, Luis Aranda. They discuss raising progressive families in a rural community, recent reporting on tax avoidance schemes by the super wealthy, and Grandpa Joe’s summit showdown with Putin.

The guys phone it in this week from the road as they discuss the reemergence of Donald Trump on the political scene and the consequences of Republicans continuing to hold him up as a voice of the party.

Attorney and friend of the podcost, Caitlin Slessor, returns to the show to discuss the ways the Republican party is stacking elections and the courts to retain power. She also provides background on the grand jury investigation into the Trump organization.

“When you don’t have a seat at the table, you are probably on the menu.” Congressional candidate Lourin Hubbard of the Central Valley in California joins the guys for an online beer to discuss issues impacting rural communities in California and across the country. Kellen goes to Florida to see one of his favorite people and the guys discuss how they choose paint colors for interior painting. (Spo...

The Three Rural White Guys meet with Lisa Fleishman, author of “Boots on the Ground.” They discuss how to create a sense of belonging within the Democratic Party for moderate Republicans and Independents. The guys also touch on the recent cult like actions of the Republican caucus in Congress as well as the need for more relevant messaging by Democrats in rural communities.

Guest Host and friend of the podcast Luis Aranda stops by the studio to join the discussion on holiday & cultural appropriation, the GOP’s relentless attack on trans persons, and early childhood education. The guys also tackle Canada’s crime of the century.