Coffee with Congress
Welcome to Coffee with Congress, a new podcast by the Veterans Education Project where we get to know members of Congress and key government officials. Every episode we ask questions that have nothing to do with politics, policy, or legislation. Instead, we focus on getting to know the real person behind the office. Join us as we talk to your elected members of Congress and get their take on things you wouldn't normally get to know.
Episodes
11 episodes
Annoying Coach Gibbs: Coffee with Senator John Boozman
As a fifth-generation Arkansan, John Boozman brings his decades of experience as a successful healthcare provider and a small business owner to his role as Senator for the people of Arkansas. Listen in as Senator Boozman tells us about annoying...
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Episode 11
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24:19
Worst Day of Your Life: Coffee with CSM John Troxell
Command Sergeant Major John Wayne Troxell has served in the Army for over 30 years and most recently served as the principal military advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Secretary of Defense on all matters involving joi...
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Episode 10
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31:54
Rattlesnakes Are Our Friends: Coffee with Congressman Van Taylor
As a seventh generation Texan, Van Taylor is a family man, businessman, and decorated Iraq War Veteran. He brings all of his life’s experience to his role as Representative for Texas’ 3rd District. Listen in as Congressman Taylor discusses swee...
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Episode 9
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27:59
Stealing Car Batteries: Coffee with Congressman Mark Green
As an Army Veteran, physician, and businessman, Congressman Mark Green is taking on wasteful spending and over regulation in his state in his bid to improve life for residents in Tennessee’s 7th district! Listen in as Congressman Green discusse...
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Episode 8
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26:31
Racing Lawnmowers: Coffee with Congressman Kelly Armstrong
With the goal of making North Dakota a better place to live and work, Congressman Kelly Armstrong represents the people of his state and uses his background in business and love for the outdoors to advance positive changes for North Dakota. Lis...
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Episode 7
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33:19
Shoot It or Eat It: Coffee with Congressman Jack Bergman
As a pilot and businessman, and having served as a Three-Star General in the Marine Corps, Congressman Jack Bergman has always been committed to serving others. Having family roots in Michigan since the 1800s, he now represents Michigan’s 1st D...
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Episode 6
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25:15
History of Streaking: Coffee with Congressman Denver Riggleman
Growing up in Virginia and having served in the United States Air Force, Congressman Denver Riggleman represents Virginia’s 5th District. He’s a businessman who opened his own distillery with his wife Christine in 2013 called Silverback Distill...
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Episode 5
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34:07
Mashed Potato Wrestling: Coffee with Congressman Dusty Johnson
Growing up in South Dakota and having served as an active community volunteer, Congressman Dusty Johnson is the single voice that represents South Dakota in Congress. He’s a family man who enjoys camping, hiking, and reading with his wife and t...
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Episode 4
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20:51
Green Chili Controversy: Coffee with Congressman Jason Crow
Congressman Jason Crow is a former lawyer and Army Ranger who represents Colorado's 6th Congressional district. His passion for helping Servicemembers transition from military to civilian life shows, and was even named Denver's Pro-bono lawyer ...
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Episode 3
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24:06
The Rudest Animals: Coffee with Congressman Steve Stivers
Congressman Steve Stivers represents Ohio's 15th Congressional district and has served in the National Guard for over 30 years. Throughout his career, he has worked to increase jobs, stimulate economic development, and put order to our country'...
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Episode 2
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28:24
Zaxby's or Popeyes: Coffee with Congressman Michael Waltz
Congressman Michael Waltz represents Florida's 6th Congressional district and served in the U.S. Army for over 20 years. As a Florida native, Green Beret, business owner, and proud father, Congressman Waltz has a lot to say about the political ...
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Episode 1
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19:47