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The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky provides a unique insight into politics, policies, and news of the day by injecting humor, personal stories, and blunt analysis of the political environment – all with a refreshing and entertaining perspective.
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The Final Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky (opens the original)
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Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb record their final episode and livestream after nearly four years and more than 200 episodes, with Scherr stepping away to reallocate the weekly prep and recording time to be more present with her young family while staying engaged in politics. They thank their families and listeners, discuss how the show evolved into an equal partnership, and highlight favorite guests and conversations. They revisit Minnesota political “WTF” moments, difficult episodes involvin
A Break Down Live on Minnesota's Primary Night Results (opens the original)
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Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb livestream Minnesota primary election night coverage as polls close, tracking early turnout and results from the Secretary of State website and discussing what the numbers may signal for November. Joined by guests Billy Grant , Will Davis , David FitzSimmons , Julius Hernandez , and state auditor candidate Jay Reeves , they analyze key races as they develop: Michele Tafoya’s projected win in the GOP U.S. Senate primary, Lisa Demuth pulling ahead in the GOP gover
A Break Down on the Primary: Analysis, Polls, and Early Predictions (opens the original)
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Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb preview Minnesota’s Primary Election next Tuesday, stressing uncertainty, turnout, and unreliable polling while running through statewide races, money, and late-breaking controversies. They debate the DFL U.S. Senate primary between Congresswoman Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, citing heavy outside spending, a new KSTP/SurveyUSA poll showing Craig narrowly ahead, and turnout differences by age. Becky gives Craig a slight edge while Michael predicts Flan
A Break Down on Campaign Cash and DFL Senate Primary Drama (opens the original)
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Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb preview Minnesota’s 2026 primary with a deep dive into fundraising reports covering January 1 through July 20. They note Sen. Amy Klobuchar’s massive advantage in the governor’s race, with $9.3 million raised and approximately $4.4 million cash on hand, compared with Republican candidates. They discuss questions around Mike Lindell’s reporting and unlisted recent spending, and argue Lisa Demuth’s operation appears more credible and would receive a public subsidy
A Break Down with Jay Reeves on Running for State Auditor (opens the original)
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Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb return and highlight Michael’s interview with Jay Reeves, the Forward Independence Party candidate for Minnesota state auditor . Reeves shares his background, military service, and cancer diagnosis, and how he secured ballot access by collecting 2,000-plus signatures. He outlines a data-driven, near real-time approach to detecting waste, fraud, and abuse, and argues internal controls should be built into programs before they are approved. Becky and Michael discu
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