The conversation explores the flaws of the two-party system and the undemocratic nature of the primary voting process in the United States. It discusses the limitations and manipulation of the current system, as well as the need for open primaries and nonpartisan elections. The conversation also highlights success stories in states that have implemented open primaries and the benefits of allowing voters to choose candidates across party lines. The importance of giving power back to the people and breaking free from party control is emphasized. The conversation explores the need for open primaries and the impact they can have on the democratic process. It highlights the importance of removing parties from running elections and allowing voters more choice and power. The conversation also discusses the tactics used by partisan insiders to maintain control and limit voter turnout. The organization Open Primaries is introduced as a catalyst for change and a platform for bringing together people from different backgrounds and ideologies to advocate for open primaries.

Chloe Akers, founder of The Best of Tennessee, joins Gabe Hart on Walker Talks Radio to discuss the need for a more nuanced and collaborative approach to politics. They highlight the polarizing narratives in both national and local politics and the lack of common ground. Chloe shares her journey from being a criminal defense lawyer to becoming involved in politics after the Dobbs decision on abortion. She emphasizes the importance of functionality and practice in law and the need for honest and authentic conversations. Chloe explains the mission of The Best of Tennessee to elect and reelect thoughtful and reasonable leaders from both parties who value communication and collaboration. The conversation discusses the importance of primary elections in Tennessee and how they have a significant impact on determining who gets elected. It highlights the low voter turnout in primary elections compared to general elections and the need to broaden the base of primary voters to create a more diverse and representative electorate. The conversation also touches on the convoluted wording of the open primary law in Tennessee and the ambiguity surrounding what it means to be a bona fide member of a party. The importance of increasing primary voting participation and the potential for it to bring politics back to the middle are emphasized. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the involvement of women in politics and the need for more women in leadership positions.

Brought to you by The Downtown Tavern, The Fish and Marco Squitieri discuss the NBA draft and the picks made by various teams. They talk about the format of the draft and the timing of the rounds. They then analyze the first few picks, including the Atlanta Hawks' selection of Zachariah Richerscheit, the Houston Rockets' pick of Reed Shepherd, and the San Antonio Spurs' choice of Stefan Castle. They also discuss the Detroit Pistons' selection of Ron Holland and the Portland Trail Blazers' pick of Donovan Klingit. In this conversation, The Fish and Marco Squitieri discuss various players selected in the 2024 NBA draft. They highlight the potential of players like Scoot, Rod Dillingham, Zach Eaddy, Dalton Connect, and Isaiah Collier. They also discuss the draft strategies of teams like the Portland Trail Blazers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Memphis Grizzlies, Sacramento Kings, Utah Jazz, and Washington Wizards. Overall, they express excitement for the upcoming NBA season and the potential impact of these draft picks.