Topic: Brian Kemp

13 chapters across the catalog

Turban Tossing
Episode 1700 15:20 - 18:40

1700: Turban Tossing

Donald Trump and Joe Biden, Hurricane Response Politics

Donald Trump visited Valdosta, Georgia, alongside Samaritan's Purse to criticize the federal response to Hurricane Helene. President Joe Biden and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp disputed Trump's claims that the White House was unresponsive to state leadership. The death toll from the storm reached 130 as search and rescue operations continued in Western North Carolina.

Ninny
Episode 1583 1:28:37 - 1:31:02

1583: Ninny

Donald Trump, Georgia Indictment Analysis

David Brooks and Ruth Marcus discussed the indictment of Donald Trump and 18 associates in Georgia on charges of operating a criminal enterprise to overturn the 2020 election. The analysis focused on "Trump fatigue" among suburban independents and the role of Governor Brian Kemp as a potential roadmap for the Republican Party to move beyond Trump. Brooks expressed regret that Kemp did not mount a primary challenge for the presidency.

Balconazi
Episode 1582 29:31 - 35:22

1582: Balconazi

NPR Political Analysis, Trump Primary Support and Third-Party Candidates

NPR correspondent Domenico Montanaro analyzes Donald Trump's continued dominance in the Republican primary despite multiple indictments. The segment highlights Democratic concerns regarding third-party candidates siphoning votes from Joe Biden. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp is cited as a Republican who successfully rebuffed Trump's election claims while maintaining electoral success in a swing state.

Satheist
Episode 1465 2:47:21 - 2:51:17

1465: Satheist

Stacey Abrams, Georgia Sheriffs, New Tang Dynasty

Over 100 Georgia sheriffs have condemned gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams for her ties to the Margaret Casey Foundation, an organization that supports abolishing prisons and defunding police. While Abrams' campaign claims she supports law enforcement, her role on the foundation's board has become a central issue in her race against incumbent Brian Kemp. The report is noted as coming from New Tang Dynasty (NTD) news.

Green Transition
Episode 1454 2:14:34 - 2:24:16

1454: Green Transition

Georgia Primary Elections, Trump Endorsements and Biden Approval

The Georgia primary results are analyzed as a test of Donald Trump's influence within the Republican Party. While Trump-endorsed Herschel Walker won his primary, Governor Brian Kemp and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger successfully defended their seats against Trump-backed challengers.

Easter Special
Episode 1335 3:21 - 8:12

1335: Easter Special

Major League Baseball, Georgia Voting Law Boycott

Major League Baseball Commissioner Robert Manfred Jr. announced the relocation of the All-Star Game from Atlanta in protest of Georgia's new voting legislation. Governor Brian Kemp defended the law as an expansion of voting access while critics and corporations like Coca-Cola and Delta labeled it discriminatory.

Easter Special
Episode 1335 10:36 - 15:47

1335: Easter Special

Derek Chauvin Trial, Media Coverage and Racial Tension

The trial of Derek Chauvin is analyzed with a focus on potential technicalities, such as "excited delirium" and fentanyl levels, that could influence the verdict. The media is accused of stoking racial tension and ratings by focusing on the race of officials involved in the Georgia voting law signing.

BINO
Episode 1301 2:01:43 - 2:07:51

1301: BINO

Jake Tapper and Election Fraud Media Coverage

CNN's Jake Tapper is criticized for his dismissive coverage of attorneys Sidney Powell and Lin Wood, who are challenging the Georgia election results. The hosts analyze an NBC report on the "whipsaw" editing used to portray Trump's demands for signature verification as unlawful or impossible for Governor Brian Kemp to fulfill.

King Mitch
Episode 1299 1:25:17 - 1:30:59

1299: King Mitch

Georgia Election Contract, Dominion No-Bid Allegations

Sidney Powell has filed a lawsuit in Georgia against Governor Brian Kemp and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. She alleges that the state's $100 million contract with Dominion Voting Systems was a no-bid award and suggests that family members of state officials may have received financial benefits from the deal.

King Mitch
Episode 1299 1:51:20 - 1:55:19

1299: King Mitch

Georgia Political Shift, Simulation Theory

The discussion explores the political shift in Georgia, noting that the state has been trending toward Democrats since the 2018 gubernatorial race. A "simulation" theory is proposed, suggesting that while the media portrays the country as divided, the actual number of Trump supporters (MAGA country) may be significantly higher than reported.

pre-bunked
Episode 1269 39:23 - 40:52

1269: pre-bunked

Georgia Mask Mandate, School Reopening Conflicts

The White House Coronavirus Task Force recommended a statewide mask mandate for Georgia, but Governor Brian Kemp has refused to enact the order. Meanwhile, over 2,000 students and staff have been quarantined nationwide following the resumption of in-person classes. In Florida, a lawsuit seeking to delay in-person instruction is proceeding as the state approves the start of high school football.

Imbleachment
Episode 1237 36:35 - 42:27

1237: Imbleachment

Mark Shields on Governor Brian Kemp and Georgia Reopening

Columnist Mark Shields discusses Georgia Governor Brian Kemp's decision to lift stay-at-home orders and the subsequent lack of support from President Trump. Shields attributes Trump's reversal to advice from Dr. Anthony Fauci and political friction regarding the appointment of Kelly Loeffler to the Senate. The hosts argue that Shields is manufacturing a narrative to frame Trump as a "venal" leader who ignores experts.

Exodus of Misery
Episode 886 2:18:25 - 2:20:59

886: Exodus of Misery

Georgia Secretary of State, DHS IP Scans

Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp reports ten separate "cyber attacks" on his agency's network, which have been traced back to Department of Homeland Security IP addresses. The scans occurred around key election deadlines. The hosts suggest the "attacks" were likely routine security port scans, but criticize the DHS for failing to coordinate with state officials and the media for sensationalizing the event.