Democratic legislative candidate Jacob Weinberg joins us to talk about why he is running and whether Democrats can take a majority in the legislature. Then Dennis and Colin discuss poll results and Arizona Cardinals' QB Carson Beck.

Congressman Greg Stanton joins us to talk about the midterm elections and money troubles at the DNC. Then Dennis and Colin discuss Governor Hobbs’ refusal to debate challenger Andy Biggs.

Independent consultant Chuck Coughlin gives us a brutally honest breakdown of the primary elections and why some of the candidates shouldn’t have run in the first place. Then Dennis and Colin talk about the current state of the Suns.

Arizona’s Family Investigative Reporter Amy Cutler joins us to break down the fight over election control between the Board of Supervisors and Recorder Justin Heap. Then Dennis and Colin talk World Cup and the race for Treasurer.

Arizona's Family political editor Dennis Welch is joined by consultants Marcus Dell’Artino and Stacy Pearson to unpack rumors of a special legislative session where Republicans may repeal late-night retaliatory ballot measures in exchange for weaker ESA restrictions. They discuss union and campaign-funding pressures, unintended impacts on police and fire unions from anti-union language, and Governor Katie Hobbs’ leverage amid calls to unwind the measures. Dennis then talks with producer Colin Stanton about the complicated dealmaking, Hobbs’ bipartisan posture, and her touted “historic” tax cuts that mirror Trump’s package while universities face cuts. They also cover the White House Reflecting Pool algae/repair controversy and finish with World Cup reactions and broader thoughts on U.S. player development.

Arizona Republic reporters Robert Anglen and Laura Gersony join us to talk about their series investigating the behavior of Mark Lamb, the former Pinal County Sheriff now running for Congress. Then Dennis and Colin talk about underrated American bands.

Hank Stephenson of the Arizona Agenda returns to break down the new budget, and whether Governor Hobbs has anything to celebrate. Then Dennis and Colin talk World Cup and bathroom spirits.

Legislative candidate Robert Wallace explains his views on bathroom spirits, the shape of the earth, and John Kavanagh. Then Dennis and Colin break down the NBA Finals.