Politicit Podcast (Audio)

On this episode of the PoliticIt Podcast, host John Johnson sits down with Todd Weiler, attorney, longtime Utah State Senator, and co-host of the Political as Heck podcast.

Together, they discuss how podcasting is giving Utah lawmakers a new platform for honest, long-form political discourse—beyond soundbites and headlines. Senator Weiler shares why more elected officials are turning to podcasts to engage voters, explain complex le...

On this episode of the Politicit Podcast, host John Johnson examines one of the most debated shifts in modern politics: early voting and turnout strategy within the Republican Party.

The conversation centers on Scott Presler and his work with Early Vote Action, a national effort focused on registering voters and encouraging Republicans to vote early, vote by mail, or vote on Election Day. Presler has been a leading voice urging con...

On this episode of the Politicit Podcast, host John D. Johnson sits down with Randy Watt, retired Ogden Police Chief and Special Forces Colonel, for an in-depth conversation on leadership, policing, and combat-tested decision-making.

Chief Watt brings more than three decades of law enforcement experience, including service in every operational component of the Ogden Police Department, 12 years on SWAT, and 15 years as a firearms an...

🎙️ Doug Fiefia: Protecting Families, Expanding School Choice & Building Smarter Communities In this episode of the PoliticIt Podcast, Senator John D. Johnson sits down with Doug Fiefia for a wide-ranging conversation about family, opportunity, technology, and the kind of public policy that actually improves everyday lives. Doug’s story begins with his parents’ immigration from Tonga and growing up in a crowded, multi-family ho...

Catherine Austin Fitts has spent her life following one question: How does money shape power, neighborhoods, and personal freedom? From the row houses of Philadelphia to the trading floors of Wall Street, from the corridors of HUD to founding Solari, Inc., her journey exposes the hidden architecture of modern finance — and the new risks emerging from programmable digital money. In this episode we explore:

🔹 Why neighborhoods crumb...

Catherine Austin Fitts has spent her life following one question: How does money shape power, neighborhoods, and personal freedom? From the row houses of Philadelphia to the trading floors of Wall Street, from the corridors of HUD to founding Solari, Inc., her journey exposes the hidden architecture of modern finance — and the new risks emerging from programmable digital money. In this episode we explore:

🔹 Why neighborhoods crumb...

As CEO of Braver Angels, Maury Giles leads a national movement to preserve one of America’s most vital assets — our ability to disagree, debate, and still work together in pursuit of the common good. Braver Angels is more than a bridge across divides; it’s a mission to restore the unity of purpose essential to the survival of our constitutional republic.

This work goes beyond conversation — it demands courage, clarity, and a commit...

Randy Watt’s Story

Born and raised in Ogden, Utah, Randy built a career that bridged law enforcement and military service. He holds degrees in Police Science (Weber State), Business Administration (University of Phoenix), and Strategic Studies (U.S. Army War College).

Randy served 32 years with the Ogden Police Department, rising to the rank of Assistant Chief before retiring in 2011. In 2017, he was called back to lead as Chief ...

Utah plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Kirk Moore faced a federal indictment for allegedly distributing falsified COVID-19 vaccination record cards. After a five-day trial filled with tension and uncertainty, the case ended abruptly when U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi ordered the Department of Justice to dismiss all charges.

Dr. Kirk Moore is a plastic surgeon with nearly two decades of experience helping patients feel confident and com...

In this episode of the PoliticIt Podcast, host Senator John D. Johnson sits down with Kris Andersen and Jamie Renda of Path Forward Utah to unpack one of Utah’s most extraordinary legal sagas. What began as a neighborhood effort to support families during the COVID-19 era — organizing graduations, forming the Freedom Fighters parent network, and connecting with Dr. Michael Kirk Moore for medical choice — escalated into a federal pr...

Celeste Maloy is Utah’s 2nd District Rep, Focused on Rural Issues and Public Lands | PoliticIt Podcast In this wide-ranging Politic-It interview, Representative Celeste Maloy (UT-02) breaks down the realities of serving in Congress, from fiscal debates and reconciliation rules to her influential committee work on Appropriations and Natural Resources. We cover:

✅ The controversy around the reconciliation package and the “tax cuts fo...

Tawnee has been married to Dan for 26 years and is the proud mom of six children and foster kids. She earned her MBA from Utah State University (go Aggies!) with a focus on financial planning and has dedicated her career and community service to helping others.

Tawnee is currently serving her 8th year on the Riverton City Council. She also serves on the Utah League of Cities and Towns Board, is Vice-Chair of the Tourism, Recreation...

A proven leader in both public service and business, Trent was elected as mayor of Riverton, Utah in 2017, delivering exceptional results, including cutting property taxes, reducing fees, and saving residents tens of millions of dollars. He has been consistently pro-liberty during the COVID lockdowns, has protected the right to life of the unborn, and pushed back on damaging “woke” policies like ESG.

Trent was also a candidate for ...

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of environmental policy with Andrew Sandstrom, conservative environmental advocate, podcast host, and strategic consultant. As the founder of the Public Lands Policy Podcast and a leading voice with the American Energy Leadership Institute, Andrew brings a unique right-of-center perspective to issues often dominated by progressive narratives.

🛠️ From public land management and forest re...

Don Guymon has been a leader in Utah’s Liberty Movement for over 30 years. His political journey began at Utah State University, where he wrote the “Guymon Says” column for The Utah Statesman. After graduating with an MBA, he returned to Utah and helped found the Utah Republican Assembly, later organizing a major convention featuring three sitting members of Congress.

Don has served extensively in both state and county Republican P...

Jennie Taylor, proud Gold Star widow of Major Brent Taylor, honors his legacy of faith, family, and patriotism through the Major Brent Taylor Foundation.

Johnny Ferry, VP of Business Development, brings a strong track record in strategic growth, customer relations, and marketing, with a degree in Marketing Communications from BYU.

Together, they champion the 9/11 Project—a community-driven event honoring the memory of September 1...

In 2003, Carolyn founded American Preparatory Academy in Utah with a vision to achieve academic excellence and prepare a new generation of American citizens—hence the name. Under her leadership, the school has grown into the state’s largest charter school network, recognized for high academic performance and increasing enrollment demand. Her commitment to excellence, civic education, innovation, and school autonomy has left a lasti...