• Episode 44: Iowa Caucus Recap
    Jan 19 2024

    We finally made it! The Iowa Caucus is now behind us and we are on to the New Hampshire primary.

    Robbie was fortunate enough to spend time on the ground in Iowa during the caucus through a trek sponsored by the University of Chicago Institute of Politics. We discuss Robbie's experience in Iowa, the results of the Caucus, and what is to come on the Road to 2024.

    The episode shows exclusive sound bites from a caucus location and audio from the crowd at Trump's victory speech.

    Thank you to the University of Chicago's Institute of Politics for providing the opportunity to cover the Caucuses in Iowa. Visit their website at https://politics.uchicago.edu/

    Support the Show.

    Show more Show less
    49 mins
  • Episode 43: Former Oregon Gov. Kate Brown
    Dec 28 2023

    Road to 2024 is pleased to welcome Kate Brown to the program. Having served in the Oregon State House and Senate, as Oregon's Secretary of State, and as Governor, Kate Brown has seen a lot in her decades of distinguished public service. Gov. Brown is also a favorite of University of Chicago students like Robbie serving as a Pritzker Fellow during the Fall Quarter.
    On the episode we discuss her career, voting rights, critical issues for the 2024 election, her thoughts on the candidates for this upcoming cycle, and so much more.

    Questions? Comments? Concerns?
    Contact: roadto2024pod@gmail.com

    Support the Show.

    Show more Show less
    45 mins
  • Episode 42: Presidential Candidate Ryan Binkley
    Dec 22 2023

    Robbie is fortunate enough to be joined by Presidential Candidate Ryan Binkley. Mr. Binkley, although widely unknown to the public, is currently polling 7th in the Republican Primary. Since his campaign launch in April, he has led a vigorous campaign that included a visit to all 99 of Iowa's counties.

    In the interview we cover sever major issue critical for 2024.
    - Economic Policy (social security, national debt, etc.)
    - Immigration
    - Abortion
    - Anti-semitism on college campuses
    - Israel-Hamas war
    - Gun Violence
    - The Republican Primary

    Want to learn more about Ryan Binkley? Visit his campaign website binkley2024.com

    We hope you enjoy the conversation.

    Have suggestions for guests? General comments? Email roadto2024pod@gmail.com

    Support the Show.

    Show more Show less
    48 mins
  • Episode 41: November Recap
    Nov 29 2023

    We are back with a monthly recap for you all. Sam and Robbie discuss the recent news of the presidential race (hint: there has been a lot).
    We have new entrants, shocking exits, and a rising star, but the same two old men look to be heading towards a rematch dreaded by the American public.
    We eulogize the dropouts, analyze the new dynamics in the Republican Primary, discuss a new entrant into the Democratic Primary, and our special segments make a return!

    We apologize for the audio issues! They will be corrected for next episode.

    Questions, comments, concerns? Email roadto2024pod@gmail.com

    Support the Show.

    Show more Show less
    43 mins
  • Episode 40: Former Rep. Stephanie Murphy
    Oct 30 2023

    We are lucky enough to be joined by another University of Chicago Pritzker Fellow - former Florida Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy.
    The Congresswoman gives her take on the 2024 presidential election, and her thoughts on the Democratic Primary might surprise you.

    Subscribe to our updates here to not miss an episode.

    Read more about Stephanie Murphy here

    Support the Show.

    Show more Show less
    21 mins
  • Episode 39: Governor Larry Hogan
    Oct 23 2023

    Robbie and Sam are joined by former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan to discuss all things 2024 Presidential Election. Want to learn more about the 2024 race from an insider? Do the Republicans have a chance in 2024? Gov. Hogan addresses these pressing questions and more.

    Hogan also has a good relationship with the six current and former governors still running in the GOP primary and was once a potential candidate for president (maybe don't rule it out yet). Hogan is also the honorary co-chair of the No Labels Organization. No Labels are looking to gain ballot access in order to offer a potential alternative to President Biden and former President Trump in the general election.

    Governor Hogan offers his thoughts on the state of the 2024 race, what the future of the Republican party looks like, and reveals whether or not he will run for president.

    Gov. Hogan Bio: https://www.nga.org/governor/larry-hogan/
    UChicago Institute of Politics: https://politics.uchicago.edu/

    Support the Show.

    Show more Show less
    20 mins
  • Episode 38: Interview w/ Pritzker Fellow Jeff Larson
    Oct 16 2023

    Road to 2024 is back! As Sam and Robbie are adjusting to first year of college, we have decided to introduce a new format for our podcast. We will be conducting interviews with political figures and leaders on campus to gain their perspective on the upcoming 2024 presidential election. In addition, we will be recording monthly recaps of the news surrounding the 2024 race at the end of each month.

    This week's episode features Robbie's interview with University of Chicago Institute of Politics Pritzker Fellow Jeff Larson. Mr. Larson gives advice for aspiring politicians, gives his take on the 2024 race, and dives into the logistics of campaign finance and elections.

    More info on Jeff Larson: https://politics.uchicago.edu/fellows/current-fellows/jeff-larson

    Support the Show.

    Show more Show less
    20 mins
  • Episode 37: Patriot Polling - GOP Primary
    Sep 7 2023

    Road to 2024 is joined once again by Lucca Ruggieri- the founder and executive director Patriot Polling- the first nationally recognized polling firm founded by High School Students. We take a look behind the scenes of the polling process, and analyze the recent polls released by Patriot Polling to try to project the results of the 2024 GOP Presidential Primary.

    Patriot Polling
    Post-Debate Poll
    GOP Primary Poll


    Support the Show.

    Show more Show less
    29 mins