Beyond the Ballot AZ

Primary Poll Reveals AZ Voter Priorities 2026

What are the issues driving Arizonans to the polls this election cycle? Tom and Gina sit down with Mirja Riester, Partner and Chief Strategy Officer at Riester Advertising Agency, to discuss what we can learn from the Primary 2026 Voter Poll. Guest: Mirja Riester [https://riester.com/people/mirja-riester] Have a Question for the Candidates? Submit Your Debate Question  [https://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information] 2026 Upcoming Debates & How To Watch [https://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information] Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.

Arizona Water Security

Learn more about the water reality Arizona is facing and how cities are innovating water use.  Hosts Tom and Gina sit down with Josef Kennis, the Wastewater Facilities Senior Manager for the City of Chandler, to talk about Chandler's innovative reclaimed water program and water as a whole in our state. Plus, understand the critical role the state legislature plays in water agreements and why voters have a big role to play in shaping Arizona water security.  Guest: Josef Kennis [https://www.linkedin.com/in/josef-kennis-5b3b9641/] Inside the Issues: Water Security in Arizona [https://youtu.be/_PGfM4EYrXw?si=mfimX0Q98aQwlQVq] Chandler's Reclaimed Water System [https://www.chandleraz.gov/residents/water/water-conservation/reclaimed-water] Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.

Why Arizona Election Officials Say "Trust the Process" in 2026

Tom and Gina talk with David Becker about the 2026 Executive Order on citizenship verification and how Arizona ensures mail-in voting integrity. Listen to learn how Arizona verifies citizenship for state and local elections, why 80% of Arizonans choose mail, and the power of an executive order.  Guest: David Becker [https://electioninnovation.org/team/david-becker/] Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.

Lawsuit, New ID Laws, and Water Security

Join Tom Collins and Gina Roberts as they break down the recent lawsuit to stop the name change of the No Labels Party to the Arizona Independent Party and explain how independent voters can participate in Arizona’s upcoming July 21st primary election. You’ll also get a sneak peek at our upcoming water security series and learn how a new state law allows you to tabulate your early ballot at the polls for faster results. July 21st Statewide Primary Elections [https://www.azcleanelections.gov/voting/elections-by-date] May 19 Local Elections [https://www.azcleanelections.gov/arizona-elections/may-19-2026-election] CCEC Voter Guide [https://www.azcleanelections.gov/voter-education-guide] Independent Voters FAQ [https://www.azcleanelections.gov/no-party] Candidate Legal Challenges [https://azsos.gov/elections/candidates/candidate-legal-challenges] Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.

Marijuana, Hemp, & the State Budget

From the first medical marijuana initiatives in 1996 to the passage of Proposition 207 in 2020, Arizona’s cannabis landscape has undergone a massive transformation. Join hosts Tom and Gina as they sit down with veteran reporter Ray Stern from the Arizona Republic to talk about Arizona’s marijuana markets, how the state allocates marijuana tax dollars, policy impact on this industry, and more.  Guest: Ray Stern [https://www.azcentral.com/staff/8247717002/ray-stern/] Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.