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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap
From Washington D.C. to the Heart of America, Congressman Mark Alford takes you behind the scenes in D.C., Capitol Hill, and in the District, interviewing the great people he has the privilege and honor of working with to help shape our wonderful nation.
Congressman Mark Alford has a deep passion for storytelling. With more than 35 years in media, crafting messages and communicating stories to the public, he now uses his talents in Washington, D.C., where he crosses paths with some of the most interesting people in the world. Using this platform as a megaphone to share those incredible stories, to ignite passion and spirit once again in America—that's what this podcast all about that.
Mark Alford has worked across the country, including in West Palm Beach, Dallas, Houston, and Kansas City. Now in Washington, D.C., we hope you enjoy these episodes and find them interesting, enlightening, and inspiring for the future of America.
For more information or to be on the show, please reach out to, Lauren.Hanemann@Mail.House.Gov
Episodes
83 episodes
Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 14
Deporting Kilmar Abrego Garcia, Congress’ Upcoming Plans, Gulf of AMERICA bill to pass soon + District Work Period: visiting small businesses and constituents, including an interesting convo with a protestor!
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 13
TAX DAY: Tax cuts & jobs act, crucial work on Appropriatons & Small business Committees, down in the district, and a special Easter message
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Episode 13
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 12
HOUSE PASSES: NORRA Act (No Rogue Judges), SAVE ACT (ONLY US CITIZENS VOTE IN US ELECTIONS), AND BUDGET RECONCILIATION BEGINS!Also tune in to hear from special guests Reps Marjorie Taylor Greene, Mary Miller, and Diana Harshbarger!
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Episode 12
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 11
Appropriations Member Hearing, Small Business Hearing, March 2025 Townhall, Casework Recap + MORE!
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 10
The House Floor passes the Deterrent Act, H.J. Res. 24, CRAZY calls from Progressive Democrats, & highlighting amazing MO-04 folks!
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 9
President Trump’s recent Executive Orders, National Agriculture Day, Alien Enemies Act, Democrats in Disarray, & First-of-its-Kind Defense Workshop in Kansas City!
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 8
CLEAN Continuing Resolution passes the House Floor, Democrats in Disarray, Oversight Small Business Hearing, and an Uplifting Economic Update!
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 7
America is BACK: Trump’s Speech reactions LIVE from the House Floor. Hear from:Small Business Chairman Roger Williams (TX -25) Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan (OH-04), Dean Hal Rogers (KY-05),
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 6
Ever wonder what really happens in Washington? Tune into Mark Alford’s Capitol Recap to find out. Episode 6: we take you behind the scenes on the House budget resolution, what REALLY happened at our Mondays with Mark event, o...
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 5
Wondering what's happening in Washington?Tune in to find out...we take you behind the scenes, diving into what DOGE is up to, Senate Confirmation Hearings, Postmaster DeJoy is GONE, + MORE!
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Episode 5
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 4
February 10th-16th, 2025House Passes the Agent Raul Gonzalez Safety Act & the Midnight Rules and Relief Act, Small Business Committee Hearing, CASCO Visit + MORE!!!
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 3
Diving into passing the HALT Fentanyl Act, 2025 National Prayer Breakfast, & Declaring the KC CHIEFS the BEST NFL TEAM of all time!!!
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 2
Catching up with Governor Kehoe, Lt. Governor Wasinger, and Senator Brattin in Missouri! Also--tune in to hear why House GOP was in Florida with President Trump.
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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 1
Diving into President Trump's first week, passing the Laken Riley Act, the Born Alive Act, and talking all things DOGE with Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04).
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E66: Vicky Hartzler
We’re talking with Vicky Hartzler—former MO-04 Congresswoman and now Commissioner for the U.S. International Religious Freedom Commission. Hear about what her USIRFC role means, her Senate race, and what she’s up to now!
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Episode 65: The start of the 119th Congress, Laken Riley Act, Answering Constituent Comments
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E64: Rep. Blake Moore (UT-01) | Vice Chairman, House Republican Conference
(00:00) Introduction(01:17) Relationship: Utah and Missouri(02:34): Religion: Mormon Faith(10:17) Social Security++ much more!Follow us:X: @RepMarkAlfordInstagram: @RepMarkAlfordFacebook: @RepMarkAlfor...
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E63: Rep. Jay Obernolte (CA-23) | Chairman - Bipartisan Task Force on Artificial Intelligence (AI)
(00:00) Introduction(01:16) The Future of AI(04:13) Free Speech and AI(06:56) Name, Image, and Likeness with AI (10:40) Report: Bipartisan Task Force on AI(13:07) Energy Demand for AI(14:29) Military Warfare in the ...
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E62: Rep. Jake Ellzey (TX-06) | Fighter & Helicopter Pilot, Advocate for Veterans and Small Business
(00:00) Introduction(01:42) Running for Congress(03:16) Importance: Small Business(05:15) Federal Workers Working from Home(06:50) Appropriations and Budget Process(10:28) Looking Ahead: Trump Administration(12:17) Focus...
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E61: Rep. Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) | Chairman, House Committee on Agriculture
(00:00) Introduction(01:48) Update: Farm Bill Update(07:04) Correlation: Correlation: Farm Bill's Impact on Food Security & National Security(12:01) Bipartisan Bible Study(12:50) President Donald Trump's Victory(16:08) Q...
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E60: Gov. Mike Parson (R-MO) | Reflecting on Service, Missouri, and America
(00:00) Introduction(01:49) Motivation to Serve(02:53) Joining the Army(04:38) The Military Recruiting Crisis(05:53) Afghanistan Withdrawal(08:52) Running for Polk County Sheriff(10:07) Running for State Legislature(...
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E59: Leaving the USSR: Andrei Kulikov on Chernobyl, Freedom, and the American Spirit
(00:00) Introduction (01:04) Growing Up in the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR)(03:04) Serving in the USSR Army & the Chernobyl Disaster (08:17) Why Did Andrei Leave the USSR? (10:25) How Did Andre...
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E58: First Anniversary of October 7th Terrorist Attack: Israel Special with Rep. Burlison (MO-07), Rep. Fry (SC-07), and Betsy Berns Korn
(00:00) Introduction(02:24) Israel Visit Impression(03:22) Historical Sites: Impact and Significance (06:22) Meaning: Congressional Delegation Trip(08:18) Importance of Supporting Israel(08:45) Funding Support(12:48...
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E57: Michael Faulkender, PhD | Former Assistant Secretary for Economic Policy at Treasury Department | America First Policy Institute
(00:00) Introduction(01:01) Meaning: America First(03:00) Energy Policy(06:31) Over Regulation(09:03) Federal Spending(11:31) Tax Reform(12:43) The Federal Reserve (14:26) Trade Policy and Tariffs(16:27) Rea...
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E56: Rep. Lauren Boebert (CO-03) | Aurora, Trump Assassination Attempts, and the Path to Politics
(00:00) Introduction(01:43) President Trump & Aurora, CO – Illegal Aliens(07:32) Media Bias(11:15) Two Assassination Attempts Against Trump(17:06) Motivation: Entering Politics🎙️ Recorded: September 19, 2024📍Loca...
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