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Crooked Media 1 Episodes Aug 17, 2026

To win America, you need to win the South. The South is the new epicenter of American politics and culture, with population growth, economic investment, and political realignment reshaping the region and the nation. Changes to voting rights have altered the political landscape, affecting elections nationwide through 2026, 2028, and beyond. This podcast explores the people, communities, institutions, and forces across six Southern states that are shaping one of the most dynamic regions in America.

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South Carolina: Primary Focus Aug 17, 2026 1454 South Carolina has long played an important role in Democratic presidential politics. Now, it’s moving to the front of the line.Jen and Mitch find out why electability matters here, and what it means for South Carolinians to be the first to vote in the Democratic presidential primary.They also look at the political changes already underway, from new candidates entering tough races to an unexpecte

Tennessee: A Single Party Issue Aug 10, 2026 1296 Tennessee wasn't always a reliably Republican state. Today, it's a case study in what one-party rule looks like.In Episode 4 Jen and Mitch explore how redistricting, political power, and grassroots activism are reshaping Tennessee's future. They examine who holds power, who gets represented, and what happens when communities fight to have their voices heard.Guests: State Rep. Justin Pearson, Stat

North Carolina: Tar Heel Flip Aug 3, 2026 1462 North Carolina is one of the most closely divided states in the country. But when it comes to political power, the story is much more complicated.Jen, Mitch, and Errin explore the growing power of unaffiliated voters, the aftermath of Hurricane Helene's devastation, the fight over who controls state government, and why elections here are so often decided on the margins.Guests: Jason Isbell, Forme

Texas: "Is This The Year?" Jul 27, 2026 1478 Every election cycle the question inevitably comes up - will Texas flip? But the biggest story in Texas isn't whether the state will turn blue. It's how the people who live there are redefining what Texas politics looks like. Jen, Mitch, and Errin travel across the state to explore immigration, education, faith, and the changing priorities of Texas voters through the voices of the people living t

Georgia: The New Bellwether Jul 27, 2026 1493 Georgia has become one of the most closely watched states in America, but its story didn't begin with the last election. Jen, Mitch, and Errin explore the history, communities, and political forces that transformed Georgia into the center of the national conversation. Through interviews with civic leaders, elected officials, and everyday Georgians, they examine how the state's civil rights legacy

Introducing Long Play Jul 21, 2026 120 To win America, you need to win the South. The South is the new epicenter of American politics and culture. Population growth, economic investment, cultural influence, and political realignment are reshaping the region and, in turn, the nation. For both major parties, these states have become central to their political future. Changes to voting rights have fundamentally altered the political lan

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