In this episode we talk the climate crisis and how we can work to stop it on a global, national, state, county, and city level. We are lucky to be joined by our fellow Minnesota state representative and host of the podcast "City Climate Corner," Representative Larry Kraft! This is a fantastic discussion, whether you are an climate expert or a climate novice. Here are resources we mention on this episode:The Climate Action Handbook: A Visual Guide to 100 Climate Solutions for Everyone, by Heidi RoopOn Fire: The (Burning) Case for a Green New Deal, by Naomi KleinHow to Talk to Your Kids about Climate Change: Turning Angst Into Action, by Harriet ShugarmanIntergovernmental Panel on Climate Change ReportsNew Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith.The best way to financially support the New Libs is by donating to their campaigns.Andy's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/andy-smith-for-houseKristi's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/kristi-pursell-for-house-1Brion's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/brionforhouse

In this episode we discuss the rise of white evangelical christian nationalism in national politics through the election of Mike Johnson as Speaker of the US House. This discussion provides a good opportunity for Andy to tell his story of growing up in an evangelical house, deconstructing his religious and political views, and then finding himself in politics.If you listen long enough, you'll also here a surprise discussion on horror films and Steven King.New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith.The best way to financially support the New Libs is by donating to their campaigns.Andy's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/andy-smith-for-houseKristi's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/kristi-pursell-for-house-1Brion's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/brionforhouse

Kristi, Brion, and Andy go over the election results across the country, including Virginia legislature races, Ohio ballot questions, and the Kentucky gubernatorial race. We also talk about some local election and how your vote ALWAYS matters!This episode executive produced by Franklin Pursell.New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith.The best way to financially support the New Libs is by donating to their campaigns.Andy's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/andy-smith-for-houseKristi's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/kristi-pursell-for-house-1Brion's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/brionforhouse

In this episode, Kristi and Andy answer questions from the most recent Republican presidential primary debate. Questions cover such broad topics as immigration, crime, AI, TikTok, and more.New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith.The best way to financially support the New Libs is by donating to their campaigns.Andy's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/andy-smith-for-houseKristi's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/kristi-pursell-for-house-1Brion's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/brionforhouse

The New Libs take on one of the most important and divisive issue in American politics: abortion. In this episode we'll talk about our own personal journeys around abortion, as well as the history of thought in the United States of America. We'll delve into questions of personhood, choice, birth control, and so much more.New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith.The best way to financially support the New Libs is by donating to their campaigns.Andy's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/andy-smith-for-houseKristi's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/kristi-pursell-for-house-1Brion's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/brionforhouse

Hello world! On this inaugural episode of New Libs on the block we will introduce ourselves (Reps. Brion Curran, Kristi Pursell, and Andy Smith) and why we decided to start a podcast about politics and people.New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith.The best way to financially support the New Libs is by donating to their campaigns.Andy's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/andy-smith-for-houseKristi's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/kristi-pursell-for-house-1Brion's Campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/brionforhouse