I had the chance to sit down with Everett Palmer for a powerful conversation about advocacy, storytelling, and the issues shaping South Dakota today.

We talked about why education matters for building understanding, how to better engage young people in politics, and why it’s so important for candidates to speak up on critical issues like transgender rights.

At the heart of our discussion was a simple truth: change starts with human connection and the courage to advocate for a better, more just South Dakota.

In this episode of Blue Dot Red State, Billy Mawhiney engages in a candid conversation with Malachi and Ashley Nelson about life in South Dakota, focusing on parenting, education, community values, and the importance of agriculture.

The discussion highlights the challenges and considerations of raising a family, the role of education in community development, and the significance of maintaining South Dakota's autonomy and agricultural identity.