Blue Dot
Northern Kentucky’s premier Political Podcast.
This is your ultimate source for in-depth analysis, lively discussion, and comprehensive coverage of the political landscape in Northern Kentucky.
Brought to you by the Kenton County Democratic Executive Committee.
Episodes
68 episodes
Candidate Interview- John Busse
In this episode, we sit down with Kenton County District 3 candidate John Bussey to discuss his vision for the future of the community. Drawing from his business background, Bussey shares his perspective on local government, emphasizing respons...
Primary Pulse: Elections, Turnout and Big Headlines
This week’s round up focuses on primary election season across Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana, highlighting key races, strong voter turnout in Ohio, and upcoming opportunities for Kentuckians to vote and get involved ahead of the May 19 primary.
Addiction in Our Backyard: What’s Happening—and What’s Working
In this episode of the Blue Dot Podcast, Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl talk with nationally recognized policy expert Meagan Guthrie about the evolving addiction and overdose crisis. They explore how today’s challenge extends beyond opioids,...
Weekly Round Up: From Frankfort to Washington: A Rough Week for Democracy
This week on The Blue Dot Podcast, Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl break down a chaotic week in Kentucky and national politics in 10 minutes or less.They examine Kentucky’s worsening energy crisis, where utility shutoffs have su...
Powering the Future: AI, Data Centers, and Kentucky’s Grid
As demand for electricity surges—from AI and data centers to EVs and new manufacturing—lawmakers at the local and state level are weighing how to keep the lights on without driving energy costs out of reach. In this episode of The B...
Weekly Round Up: The Loss of a Beloved Community Member; Lt. Gov is Running and a Nation at War
This week’s Blue Dot podcast takes a different tone as hosts Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl pause the usual fast-paced roundup to honor the life and legacy of Katie Meyer, a beloved community leader whose impact shaped Northern Kentucky and ...
2026 Strategy: Why Kentucky Matters — A Conversation with Prominent Democratic Strategist Andrew Grossman
In this episode of The Blue Dot Podcast, hosts Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl are joined by longtime progressive strategist Andrew Grossman for a wide-ranging and hopeful conversation about the road to 2026.Andrew brin...
Weekly Round up: A Wild Week From Frankfort to the Vatican
Kentucky lawmakers have wrapped up the 2026 legislative session—and the results are raising serious concerns. In this week’s Blue Dot Podcast roundup, Natalie McDonald and Brian Koehl break down what the GOP supermajority passed...
Candidate Interview: Wilanne Stangel For KY House 69- Local Leadership and Lived Experience
In this episode of The Blue Dot Podcast, hosts Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl continue their 2026 election series with a candid conversation featuring Wilanne Stangel, Democratic candidate for Kentucky House District 69
What’s Happening in Your Holler: Fayette County’s Fight to Grow the Blue Dot
In this “What’s Happening in Your Holler” episode, Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl head to Fayette County (Lexington) for a conversation with Karen Summers, Chair of the Fayette County Democrats.Karen shares her pa...
Weekly Round Up: Shell Bills, Shady Nonprofits, and a Blue Wave Rising
In this week’s roundup of the Blue Dot Podcast, hosts Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl mark Local News Day by diving deep into the legislative shadows of Kentucky and the broader national landscape.The episode kicks...
Candidate Interview-Tech, Trust, and the Future of Kenton Co. A Conversation with Jordan Baldridge
In this episode of The Blue Dot Podcast, Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl speak with Jordan Baldridge, Democratic candidate for Kenton County Commissioner (District 3). Jordan shares how his background as a senior softwa...
From Frankfort to Federal Courts: This Week in the Fight
In this week’s Blue Dot Podcast Weekly Roundup, Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl cover key national and Kentucky political developments, including legislative action in Frankfort, court rulings affecting voting rights, immigration, an...
Candidate Interview-Melissa Strange US Congressional District 4
In this interview, Democratic candidate Melissa Strange discusses her campaign for U.S. Congress in Kentucky's 4th district, her policy priorities, and her vision for government reform. She shares her background, insights on district diversity,...
Co-Branded & Coordinated: Inside the New Sister Slate Strategy to Win Western Kentucky
History is being made in Western Kentucky. For the first time since 2018, Daviess County has Democratic candidates on the ballot for all four state legislative races—and for the first time ever, all four candidates are women.In this spec...
Weekly Round Up: From Precincts to Protests
This week’s roundup dives into what’s happening locally and nationally—from grassroots organizing in Northern Kentucky to key legislative updates, upcoming protests, and the growing housing affordability crisis.We’re talking real ...
From Shortages to Solutions: Fixing The Housing Crisis
Affordable housing is a growing crisis across Kentucky, affecting communities in all 120 counties. In this episode of The Blue Dot Podcast, hosts Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl are joined by housing expert Gil Guthrie to break down ...
Weekly Round Up-Billions, Bills, Bourbon Tax and Ballots
In this week’s Weekly Roundup, Natalie and Brian look at the growing squeeze on working families: rising costs tied to global conflict, a proposed alcohol tax increase in Kentucky, and the ongoing push to tighten voting requirements nationwide....
Weekly Round Up: Strange Bills, Serious Consequences, and a Smart Plan for Kenton
In this week's episode of the Blue Dot podcast, hosts Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl tackle the latest political absurdities emerging from Kentucky. With a focus on the attempts to cut vital programs and the introduction niche legislation th...
Failure Factory: What Baltimore Schools Can Teach Us About Public Education Nationwide
In this episode of The Blue Dot Podcast, hosts Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl examine the state of public education through a national lens, reviewing systemic failures uncovered in Baltimore City Public Schools. Joined by Emmy‑winn...
Weekly Round Up: Organizing at Home, Chaos Abroad
In this week's round up, the Blue Dot covers growing Democratic energy in Northern Kentucky, key Kentucky legislative bills as the session winds down, and Governor Beshear’s priorities for the region. The episode also tackles escalating nationa...
Candidate Interview- People-Centered Politics with Sarah Froelich, for Kenton County Commissioner
In this episode of the Blue Dot podcast, Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl interview Sarah Froelich, a candidate for Kenton County Commissioner. Sarah shares her background in local government, her vision for the role, and the importance of com...
Candidate Interview- Lt. Col. Amy McGrath
In this episode of the Blue Dot podcast, Amy McGrath discusses her journey as a candidate for the United States Senate, focusing on her personal experiences with the healthcare system and her advocacy for reform. She highlights the challenges f...
Weekly Round Up: The State of Delusion Speech, Loopholes in the Legislature and the Fight for Your Rights
In these 10 Minutes of Truth, hosts Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl discuss significant political events, including Trump's State of the Delusion address, Kentucky's legislative actions regarding education and voter ID laws, and the implicati...
The Power of the Local Voice: A Grassroots Guide with Missy Spears
In a world where community voices often go unheard, grassroots organizing stands as a beacon of hope and empowerment. Today’s episode of the Blue Dot Podcast features Missy Spears, an advocate, activist, and independent journalist, who has dedi...
