Eye on the Issues
Welcome to Eye on the Issues, the podcast brought to you by the Wyoming Liberty Group. Whether you're a proud Wyoming resident, hail from the Cowboy State, or simply care deeply about the issues facing Wyoming, this podcast is your go-to resource.
Join us as we delve into the heart of Wyoming's most pressing concerns, offering you insights and perspectives from a diverse range of voices. You'll hear from Wyoming lawmakers and elected officials sharing their viewpoints, along with community and thought leaders who are shaping the future of our great state. We also bring in subject matter experts to provide in-depth analysis and understanding on key issues.
The Wyoming Liberty Group is committed to empowering Wyoming's future. With over 15 years of experience and impact in our state, we're more than just a think tank. While we pride ourselves on rigorous research, we go beyond that to craft innovative solutions that promote free enterprise, limited government, personal responsibility, and government accountability.
Tune in to Eye on the Issues to stay informed, engaged, and empowered. Together, we can work towards a brighter future for Wyoming.
Episodes
39 episodes
100th Episode: Inside Wyoming Liberty Group with Mandy Ludtke, President & CEO
We’re celebrating a huge milestone—100 episodes of Eye on the Issues! For this special edition, host Mike Garofalo sits down with our very own President and CEO, Mandy Ludtke, for an inside look at the Wyoming Liberty Group’s work ...
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Episode 100
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21:44
Facing the Storm: Superintendent Megan Degenfelder on Education Challenges and Opportunities
In this special episode, Wyoming Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder joins us to talk about the biggest issues facing education in our state. From major court battles over school funding and education choice to the state’s pu...
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Episode 99
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13:29
The ESA Freeze and Its Cost to Wyoming Families
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sit down with Jenny Schucker—founder of Academy of the Winds, a Montessori school in Lander—to unpack the fallout from the recent judicial halt on Wyoming’s Education Savings Accounts (ESAs). Jenny share...
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Episode 98
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13:15
Reprocessing, Storage, and Risk: Diane D'Arrigo Explains the Nuclear Cycle
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we speak with Diane D’Arrigo of the Nuclear Information and Resource Service (NIRS). This organization has worked with communities and policymakers on nuclear waste issues since the late 1970s.This ...
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Episode 97
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26:34
Why Local Voices Matter in the Nuclear Debate: A Conversation with Prof. Anna Erickson
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, recorded in mid-May, we sat down with Anna Erickson, a professor of nuclear and radiological engineering at Georgia Tech. As someone who teaches and supports nuclear energy, Prof. Erickson offers an informe...
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Episode 96
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21:18
Radiation, Health, and Nuclear Waste: A Conversation with Mary Olson
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sit down with Mary Olson, founder of the Gender and Radiation Impact Project. With decades of experience in nuclear policy and radiation research, Mary offers a practical look at how radiation exposure a...
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Episode 95
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25:21
What's Hype, What's Real: Nuclear Energy with Dr. Allison Macfarlane
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sit down with Dr. Allison Macfarlane, former Chair of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and Director of the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs at the University of British Columbia.
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Episode 94
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17:56
Lessons From Sweden on Spent Nuclear Fuel: A Conversation with Johan Swahn
As Wyoming considers its role in the future of nuclear energy—including proposals around spent nuclear fuel storage—it’s essential to examine how other countries have approached the same challenge.In this episode of Eye on the Issues, w...
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Episode 93
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23:43
Before the Reactor: Uranium Milling in Canyon City, CO with Jeri Fry
Spent nuclear fuel from reactors is just one part of the nuclear fuel cycle—but what happens at the front end of the cycle? In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we look at uranium milling, a process that can leave enormous amounts of radioacti...
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Episode 92
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34:59
Early Session Highlights: What's Moving In the Legislature with Rep. Rodriguez-Williams
Shortly before the halfway point of the 2025 Wyoming legislative session, we caught up with Representative Rachel Rodriguez-Williams (HD 50) for a session update. As Chairman of the Wyoming Freedom Caucus, Rep. Rodriguez-Williams shared insight...
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Episode 91
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22:14
Nuclear Risks: A Conversation with Dr. Gordon Edwards
Over the last several days, we've received calls and emails from people around Wyoming and beyond—citizens and lawmakers alike—who want a deeper understanding of nuclear power risks and, most importantly, what is spent nuclear fuel and what it ...
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Episode 90
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32:47
Wisdom from Experience: What Wyoming Must Know About Nuclear Waste Storage
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we speak with Mary Beth Brangan, a longtime advocate and expert in the nuclear debate, about the dangers of nuclear waste storage and what she thinks Wyoming citizens and lawmakers should know before moving...
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Episode 89
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30:40
Unveiling the Flaws: Gary Headrick Discusses Nuclear Waste Cask Dangers
In this compelling episode of Eye on the Issues, we delve into the urgent and unavoidable dangers of nuclear waste storage with Gary Headrick, founder of San Clemente Green. As Wyoming contemplates opening its doors to become a repository for n...
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Episode 88
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21:22
Legislating with Common Sense: Rep. Martha Lawley on Wyoming's Priorities
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sit down with Representative Martha Lawley of House District 27 to explore the critical legislative issues facing Wyoming as the state prepares for its next session. Representative Lawley, who also serve...
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Episode 87
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20:46
Energy, Elections, and Freedom with Rep. Jeremy Haroldson
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sit down with Wyoming Representative Jeremy Haroldson of House District 4 to discuss key legislative priorities and his vision for Wyoming's future. Recorded prior to the November 5, 2024, elect...
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Episode 86
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20:59
Fixing The Squatter Problem: Senator Jim Anderson's Legislative Push
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sit down with Wyoming State Senator Jim Anderson, representing District 28, to discuss critical legislative topics ahead of the upcoming session. Senator Anderson shares insights on his 12 years...
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Episode 85
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13:58
The Case Against Nuclear: Professor M.V. Ramana's Perspective
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we explore the complexities of nuclear energy and nuclear waste storage with M.V. Ramana, Professor at the University of British Columbia and author of Nuclear is Not the Solution: The Folly of...
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Episode 84
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17:25
Wyoming's Energy Debate: Eli Bebout on Nuclear Power and Beyond
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sit down with Eli Bebout, a former Wyoming legislator with nearly three decades of public service, including time as Speaker of the House and Senate President. Eli reflects on his career, his passion for...
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Episode 83
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21:49
Reforming Education in Wyoming with Senator Charles Scott
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sit down with Senator Charles Scott, Wyoming's longest-serving legislator, who has dedicated an impressive 46 years to the state. As the chairman of the Senate Education Committee, Senator Scott...
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Episode 82
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24:16
Powering Wyoming's Future: A Conversation with Dr. Holly Krutka
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we dive into Wyoming’s dynamic energy landscape with Dr. Holly Krutka, Executive Director of the School of Energy Resources at the University of Wyoming. Holly discusses the state’s leadership in energy inn...
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Episode 81
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15:39
Power, Policy, and Preservation: A Conversation with Congresswoman Harriet Hageman
This week on Eye on the Issues, we're thrilled to host a powerful and exclusive conversation with Wyoming's Congresswoman Harriet Hageman! In this in-depth interview, Congresswoman Hageman shares candid insights and bold perspectives on some of...
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Episode 80
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24:23
Renewable Energy and Electric Cars: The Reality for Wyoming and Beyond
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we are joined by Kenny Stein, Vice President of Policy at the Institute for Energy Research, who talks about the challenges facing America’s energy future, focusing on the issues surrounding wind and solar ...
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Episode 79
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24:37
Wyoming Ranching Under Threat?
We’re back with an update from Jim Magagna, Executive Vice President of the Wyoming Stock Growers Association. In this episode of Eye on the Issues, Jim provides a look into the BLM's Rock Springs Resource Management Plan and its impact on Wyom...
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Episode 78
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15:50
The Nuclear Question: Lessons From New Mexico with Tina Cordova
In this important episode, we sit down with Tina Cordova, co-founder of the Tula Rosa Basin Downwinders Consortium, to discuss the critical lessons Wyoming can learn from New Mexico's experience with nuclear waste. As Wyoming considers becoming...
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Episode 77
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20:45
Wyoming's Energy Future: The Impact of EPA Rules with Isaac Orr
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sit down with Isaac Orr from Always On Energy Research to discuss the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and its regulations affecting Wyoming. Isaac explains how the Biden administration's policies, ...
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Episode 76
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