Politicit Podcast (Audio)

Politicit Podcast (Audio)

PoliticIt is a weekly podcast featuring hosts Utah State Senator John D. Johnson Elizabeth and State Representative Ryan Wilcox.

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September 24, 2025 36 mins

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 ...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 ...

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Doug is a first-generation American whose parents immigrated to the US from Tonga in the late 1970s to pursue the American Dream. Through the sacrifice, hard work, and entrepreneurship of his parents, Doug saw that in America, anything is possible, especially in Utah.

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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🎙️ PoliticIt Podcast | Kris Kimball: “These Are the Days” to Restore Education in Utah In this episode of the PoliticIt Podcast, we sit down with education advocate and State School Board District 7 candidate Kris Kimball to explore her bold vision for restoring academic excellence, protecting children, and demanding transparency in Utah’s public schools. Kris shares her journey—from her deep roots in the Murray–Cottonwood communi...

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Born, raised, and deeply rooted in Ogden, Bart Blair is a proud graduate of Ogden High School and Weber State University. A father of three and lifelong local, Bart brings both family values and firsthand business insight to his role on the Ogden City Council. Since his election in November 2009, Bart has served Ogden-at-Large, now entering a historic fifth term.

He has chaired the Council and taken an active role in vital initiati...

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David Sawyer is a highly creative senior executive with a distinguished track record of leading business development and marketing communications across municipal government, economic development, nonprofit, and corporate sectors. Known for his strategic insight and collaborative leadership, David has consistently driven innovation and growth by forging strong partnerships, championing change, and guiding complex decision-making pr...

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Rooted in Service and Driven by Purpose. Originally from Nebraska, Marcia was raised in a family that believed in leaving the world better than they found it. In 1997, Marcia moved to Utah to work at the University of Utah and quickly fell in love with the region’s natural beauty, strong work ethic, and family-centered values.

 

A Proven Track Record in Public Service Elected to the Ogden City Council in 2012, Marcia has worked dil...

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🗣️ Hosted by: Utah State Senator John D. Johnson In this compelling episode, Senator John D. Johnson welcomes retired Special Forces Colonel and former Ogden Police Chief Randy Watt for an in-depth conversation on leadership, service, and national security. With over three decades of experience in law enforcement, Randy shares insights from his time with the Ogden Police Department, including 12 years in SWAT and 15 years as the d...

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June 16, 2025 29 mins

Meet Senator Daniel McCay 🇺🇸 A seasoned Republican lawmaker, Dan McCay has served in both the Utah House and Senate, championing conservative causes from education to state infrastructure. His legislation has addressed abortion, transgender sports participation, and even a $1 billion NHL stadium proposal. A husband, father of six, attorney, and real estate professional, McCay continues to shape Utah’s political landscape.

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Join our host, Senator John Johnson, as he welcomes Kelvyn Cullimore, President and CEO of BioUtah. Kelvyn has three decades of experience as a MedTech CEO, over a decade on the board of the Medical Device Manufacturers Association, and a decade as mayor of a suburb of Salt Lake City. He uniquely understands industry and policy issues to advance association objectives and help member companies. He has been CEO of BioUtah since Octo...

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Mike Carey and his family moved to Utah over 14 years ago, drawn by its strong sense of community, shared values, and natural beauty. Having worked across the United States, Mike has witnessed how communities can transform within a generation and understands both the opportunities and the challenges that accompany such change.

As Chair of the Salt Lake County Republican Party, Mike is dedicated to strengthening the organization thr...

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Laura Warburton is the founder and Executive Director of Live Hannah’s Hope, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth and reducing suicide through education, research, advocacy, and awareness. After the heartbreaking loss of her 16-year-old daughter Hannah to suicide on June 19, 2014, Laura committed her life to preventing similar tragedies.

Choosing not to dwell on “what ifs,” she embraced the mantra Because of Hannah—a guiding f...

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