Best 38 Midwest Political Podcasts

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We're Wisconsin's premier political news service, providing in-depth coverage of the state Capitol and elections since 2000. more

Missouri's political news makers talk candidly with St. Louis Public Radio's Jason Rosenbaum, Rachel Lippmann, and Sarah Kellogg. more

The Niskanen Center's The Science of Politics podcast features up-and-coming researchers delivering fresh insights on the big trends driving American politics today. Get beyond punditry to data-driven understanding of today's Washington with host and political scientist Matt Grossmann. Each 30-45-minute episode covers two new cutting-edge studies and interviews two researchers. We welcome your thoughts on this episode and the podcast as a whole. Please send feedback or suggestions to ****@niskanencenter.org more

Commentary by Jeff Stein of KXEL Radio, a 45-year Iowa broadcasting veteran and political analyst.

On The Cycle, political strategist Rachel Bitecofer speaks with today's headline makers about politics. thecycle.substack.com more

The Politics Guys is an independent, bipartisan, ideologically diverse American politics and policy podcast hosted by experts: political scientists, law professors, practicing attorneys, and former government officials. Our mission is to give listeners a much-needed break from conservative and liberal echo chambers through civil, rational, and evidence-based discussion of American politics and policy from multiple perspectives. In addition to our weekly news discussion, we feature regular interviews with leading figures from across the ideological spectrum. Past guests include Representatives Jim Jordan, Thomas Massie, and Rob Wittman; Jeffrey Sachs; Tyler Cowen; Bryan Caplan; Dan Carlin; Larry Sabato; and Lawrence Lessig.  more

All Indiana Politics from WISH-TV is your premier source for Indiana Politics and Policy, and now available to listen, on-demand, from the All Indiana Podcast Network. All Indiana Politics cuts through the noise to focus on the issues that matter to you, the future of the Hoosier state, and the people with the vision to take us there. Get in-depth, non-partisan coverage of the state's top campaigns, exclusive interviews with Indiana's political leaders, and expert analysis of critical legislation. more

There's never a shortage of political news in Wisconsin, from the governor's office to the Legislature to the state's elected officials in Washington, DC. Join WUWM host Maayan Silver and Wispolitics.com editor JR Ross as they highlight and provide context to the latest developments. more

This is a weekly political news summary show for conservative activist who want to take action to protect their individual freedom, liberty and prosperity. Hosted by Tom Zawistowski, the President of the We the People Convention, the show is focused on local, state and federal news that directly affects the lives of the show's viewers. The theme of the podcast is 'Not just Talk - but Action!' The show is designed to inform and educate the general US public about things that they should know about and what they can do to affect change to the things that threaten their personal prosperity and freedom and that of their fellow citizens. The show is produced once per week and posted every Saturday around noon. more

Heartland Politics with Robin Johnson is a political podcast discussing current issues we face as a country featuring interviews with senators, congressmen, governors, and other political elite. more

Analysis and commentary on Michigan politics from former Democratic Party chair Mark Brewer and former Republican Party executive director Jeff Timmer. more

South Dakota's Weekly Political Podcast - hosted by Jake Shoenbeck, and Murdoc. Join us every Friday as we discuss the top political topics of the week while speaking with the movers and shakers of the SD political landscape. Another HomeSlice Audio Production. Search for Dakota Town Hall in your favorite player or follow their socials - @DakotaTownHall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Multiple shows and interviews that feature engaging discussions with leading voices ranging from politics to comedy about the state of democracy in the U.S., the threats to its future, and how we can fight back to preserve our nation as well as lighter takes on the news and culture. From our 'OG' podcast featured on the MeidasTouch Network to 'Too Late to Cancel' every Sunday on the On Democracy Channel and stand alone interviews with newsmakers, candidates, and leaders. On Democracy is dedicated to informing, challenging, and growing our community of like minded freedom lovers. more

A podcast devoted to the history of political thought in the spirit of sharing, not perfection. Explanation and discussion of classic and contemporary political ideas. YouTube: YouTube.com/politicalphilosophy more

On Head in the Office, two big-time political gurus, Jeremy & Gage, dissect the weekly news and offer a leftist point of view on recent events. As society flirts with fascism, perpetuates massive inequality, and protects the most privileged, Head in the Office examines why our political systems seem to never function properly and are so terrible all the time through comedy and charming commentary. New episodes every Wednesday and Friday at noon. Early access on Patreon: www.patreon.com/headintheofficepod more

Plain Talk is a podcast hosted by Rob Port and Chad Oban focusing on political news and current events in North Dakota. Port is a columnist for the Forum News Service published in papers including the Fargo Forum, Grand Forks Herald, Jamestown Sun, and the Dickinson Press. Oban is a long-time political consultant. more

Iowa political reporters and columnists meet weekly to discuss the latest news and analyze what's happening in Iowa politics. Think in-depth updates from the Iowa Legislature and the campaign trail. This podcast is recorded and produced by The Gazette in Cedar Rapids and features journalists from news organizations across the state. more

Battleground Wisconsin is Citizen Action of Wisconsin's weekly podcast that features the latest political news from the front lines in the embattled state of Wisconsin. more

Snollygoster takes an in-depth look at politics in Ohio. Each week we dig into the top political stories in Columbus and Ohio and explore national stories that impact the state by talking with politicians, reporters and other news-makers. (In case you're wondering, a 'snollygoster' is a shrewd and unprincipled politician.)Listen to Snollygoster on the WOSU Public Media mobile app or wherever you get your podcasts. more

WisPolitics Capitol Chats provides political insights from political movers and shakers around Wisconsin in about 10 minutes. Quality interviews brought to you each week by the reporting team at WisPolitics.com. more

With all the noise created by a 24/7 news cycle, it can be hard to really grasp what's going on in politics today. We provide a fresh perspective on the biggest political stories not through opinion and anecdotes, but rigorous scholarship, massive data sets and a deep knowledge of theory. Understand the political science beyond the headlines with Harris School of Public Policy Professors William Howell, Anthony Fowler and Wioletta Dziuda. Our show is part of the University of Chicago Podcast Network. more

You Either Do Politics or Politics Do You. Conversations surrounding local politics and creating political literacy in Columbus, Ohio. Hosted by Tareya, shot and recorded at Statehouse Studio. more

Scot Bertram and Jeff Blehar discuss ask guests from the world of politics about their musical passions.

Conservative podcast that focuses primarily on Wisconsin politics. Although because of who we are we find ourselves ranting on anything that is political news, then again who knows. more

A podcast about political theory. Freely available to all, but we'd love your support on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/politicaltheory101Also available on iTunes, Spotify, and Google Play more

Political change is needed in Iowa and across the country. MAGA Republicans are dismantling democracy brick by brick, and we provide analysis and commentary. iowarevolution.substack.com more

Political pollster Zac McCrary interviews interesting people who work in and around the political industry. Guests come from a multitude of backgrounds and specialties within the political industry, and span the partisan spectrum. This is not a podcast for partisan squabbling or punditry about the latest issue in DC - it is hearing directly from successful people in the industry...their stories, experiences, and advice. This is a podcast for anyone who works in politics, hopes to work in politics, or wants to get up close to see how things really work in the world of professional politics. more

Black political and cultural podcast curated by Sunny, Slank, & Ahki Da G.

David Orr, founder of Good Government Illinois and longtime elected official in Chicago, discusses a variety of political issues with guest stars. Originally under Good Government Illinois, this podcast series is now part of the Reform for Illinois family. more

Minnesota's political podcast is hosted by State Representative Jeremy Munson (R-Lake Crystal) and Albertville City Councilman and political activist Walter Hudson. This show will dive into legislation, public policy, and politics in and outside the Capitol. 'The Omnibus Podcast: Where all subjects are germane' more

This is a political podcast! I try to have fun with these and look at both sides but I am a conservative and that point of view is expressed more. I really hope you will take a listen! more

Bruce Dumont Podcasts began in 2025. Beyond The Beltway with Bruce DuMont was a political program which aired over AM and FM radio from 1980 to 2025. The program was an analysis of national politics, featuring occasional injections of rumor and innuendo, all offered up by a panel of political insiders, pundits, power brokers, public servants, and plain-speaking Americans from coast-to-coast.. more

Get smarter about Virginia politics every week with Journalist Michael Lee Pope and Strategic Consultant Thomas Bowman so you can engage like a political insider. more

Political podcast from rural Ohio. Bringing some nuanced political perspectives to our rural community and the internet.Our goals and hopes are that we can bring in nuanced discussions from local, state, national, and internet political figures and build bridges instead of continually fighting each other. more

A conservative podcast on news and politics impacting the USA, the State of Ohio, and Northeast Ohio's Mahoning Valley! more

Dr. Scott Jensen answers questions from you, sits down with different people from the great state of Minnesota, and talks about some of the major political issues facing the state of Minnesota! more

As we move forward from the 2016 election, it's clear the coastal commentators and pollsters missed the pulse of the heartland. Every week Two Men in the Middle brings you a Midwestern perspective on the events and issues facing the nation. Mike McCamon and Craig Hughey are you hosts welcoming occasional guests from both side of the political spectrum. more