The Truth About Nevada Politics with Jon Ralston

The Truth About Nevada Politics with Jon Ralston

Jon Ralston joins Home Means to discuss Nevada politics, journalism, leadership, and the future of the Silver State. As founder and CEO of The Nevada Independent, Ralston reflects on four decades covering Nevada's most influential leaders, the evolution of the state's political landscape, and the importance of trusted local journalism. The conversation also explores his book The Game Changer, the legacy of Senator Harry Reid, and the lessons today's leaders can learn about resilience, relationships, and playing the long game. From Nevada's unique political culture to what truly makes a place feel like home, this episode offers insight from one of the state's most respected journalists. 🎧 Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.

Building Community in North Las Vegas with Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown

Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown joins Home Means to discuss leadership, education access, and the importance of building opportunity directly within communities. Drawing from decades in education and public service, she reflects on listening to constituents, solving real problems, and helping North Las Vegas continue to grow while staying connected to the people who call it home. The conversation also explores the new Nevada State University satellite campus in North Las Vegas and why making education more accessible can change the future of an entire community. 🎧 Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.

Leadership, Diplomacy, and Building People with Guy Martin

In this episode of Home Means Podcast, Heather Brown sits down with Guy Martin to talk about leadership, diplomacy, work ethic, and why Nevada’s culture of possibility still matters. From starting construction work at 13 years old to helping grow Martin-Harris Construction into one of Nevada’s leading construction companies, Guy reflects on building a company culture centered around people, accountability, empathy, and long-term relationships instead of short-term wins. The conversation explores why diplomacy is disappearing from modern society, why meaningful dialogue matters more than “winning,” and how mentorship, consistency, and trust shape both businesses and communities. This episode is about leadership, culture, Nevada’s future, and the kind of people it takes to build something that lasts. 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.

Why Nevada Is Built for Business and Trust with Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar

Nevada Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar joins Home Means to explain how his office supports business, elections, transparency, and public trust. From making it easier to start a business in Nevada to protecting election systems and modernizing government services, Aguilar shares why technology and accessibility matter in public service. He also reflects on Nevada’s “yes, how can we?” culture, the idea of paying your community rent, and why the state works best when people choose to engage. 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.

Reinventing Las Vegas: Leadership, Legacy, and Community Rent with Diana Bennett

Las Vegas reinvents itself again and again. But reinvention only works when it is paired with responsibility. In this episode of Home Means, Diana Bennett, CEO & Co-Founder of Paragon Gaming, reflects on the evolution of Nevada’s gaming industry, the bold ideas that shaped Las Vegas, and why our city thrives when leaders are willing to take risks and think differently. This conversation explores legacy, empathy, and why leadership in Nevada means more than building properties. It means building people. 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.