
unDivided with Brandi Kruse
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S1 Ep 488S1 Ep488: Buckle up, things are about to get crazy (11.19.24)
A state lawmaker will push to make homeless people a protected class – and this time, she may have the votes to do it. Federal judge compares banning men from women’s spaces to “whites only” laws. Pennsylvania commissioner openly admits to counting illegal votes. No, the media didn’t actually believe its own Trump rhetoric.

S1 Ep 487S1 Ep487: Their silence led to violence (11.18.24)
Previously mute leaders on the left are suddenly speaking out about antisemitism. Washington's budget crisis is worse than expected – and it was all avoidable. A Puerto Rican Trump supporter shares her story of being punched by elderly white woman. Governor Jay Inslee calls us all “miscreants” for wanting lower fuel prices.

S1 Ep 486S1 Ep486: Are the COVID-era excuses finally over? (11.14.24)
Criminals arrested for misdemeanors will be booked into jail again – four years after a pandemic halt. FBI still hasn’t solved ballot box arsons. LA Times is wiping the slate clean after editorial board lost touch with voters. Chuck Schumer is hilarious. Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena!

S1 Ep 485S1 Ep485: The Department of Government Efficiency (11.13.24)
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are tapped to overhaul our federal government. Washington and California drivers should prepare for sticker shock at the gas pump. Dow Constantine destroyed King County, now he hopes to land a cushy seven-figure gig. Trump’s cabinet is coming together.

S1 Ep 484S1 Ep484: A little accountability goes a long way (11.12.24)
Seattle City Councilwoman Joy Hollingsworth joins us to discuss need for accountability on regional homeless response. Another Seattle bureaucrat fails up. Democrats should be very worried about losing Asian voters. Brandi and Nicole are still waiting for their “day of reckoning.” Chris Wallace wants a piece of podcasting glory.

S1 Ep 483S1 Ep483: Watchdogs to the rescue! (11.11.24)
Watchdog journalist Jonathan Choe helped bring attention to a real dog in need of saving – and a Seattle city councilwoman was listening. Some races are still too close to call. Misguided Republicans lash out against Brandi for the crime of being independent. Border counties wake up and vote red. Sanctuary cities are in for a rude awakening.

S1 Ep 482S1 Ep482: Washington state on a political island (11.7.24)
Blue state leaders recommit to their obsession with Trump. Washington is the only state in the union that didn't move further to the right. Adults should be ashamed of themselves for instilling election dread in children. Border counties see significant shift toward Trump. Elderly Washington woman arrested for hate crime after attacking Trump supporter.

S1 Ep 481S1 Ep481: Wins and losses (11.6.24)
Everywhere except Washington state seems to be waking up to the dangers of progressive politics. We run down key local, state, and federal election results. Seattle sends a socialist to Olympia. Statewide rent control is now on the table. One pundit’s perfect explanation of Trump’s historic comeback.

S1 Ep 480S1 Ep480: Decision day in America (11.5.24)
The local, state, and federal races that will shape our lives for years to come. Gubernatorial candidate Dave Reichert joins us. The state triples down on housing lie – and expects you to pay for it. Are Americans moving away from identity politics? Even Oprah is resorting to fear.

S1 Ep 479S1 Ep479: More freedom, or more government (11.4.25)
The government-sanctioned murder of a man’s pet squirrel and raccoon isn’t just sad, it’s what this election is all about. Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs joins us to discuss ballot chain of custody concerns. Governor Inslee puts the National Guard on standby. GOP texts target Hispanic voters with message about extreme gender ideology.

S1 Ep 478S1 Ep478: How many buzz words can you count? (10.31.24)
A special guest host joins unDivided. Democrats eager to paint Supreme Court candidate as an extremist. Local police chief on county’s failure to book juvenile criminals. Apparently, you CAN count ballots without a mask on. Big GOP turnout in Florida. Biden bites!

S1 Ep 477S1 Ep477: Burning ballots for Gaza (10.30.24)
Brandi steps down from her high horse to give us an update on ballot arsons. Hundreds of ballots fail to arrive at their destination in Eastern Washington. Sounding the alarm on juvenile crime … again. We drop hints about our Halloween costumes. Biden’s “garbage” comment.

S1 Ep 476S1 Ep476: Election observers told to wear masks or get out (10.29.24)
Washington state election observer escorted out of auditor’s office by police after refusing to wear a mask. Secretary of State Steve Hobbs says he has “complete confidence” in elections after ballot arsons. Republicans work to reach Asian American voters. Government contract for laser hair removal. Jeff Bezos drops some cold, hard truths.

S1 Ep 475S1 Ep475: FBI investigates drop box arsons (10.28.24)
At least two ballot drop boxes targeted by arsonists. Brandi shares a message with undecided voters. Barack Obama disses Bob Ferguson. A small business owner pleads with Seattlites to vote for change. When politics get personal. Meltdown over Washington Post decision not to endorse Kamala Harris.

S1 Ep 474S1 Ep474: ELECTION 2024: Joe Kent – 3rd Congressional District Candidate
After his narrow defeat in the 3rd Congressional District race in 2022, Republican Joe Kent has emerged a more polished and disciplined candidate for the same seat in 2024. He joined unDivided to discuss why he shifted his policy position on abortion, how he differs from his opponent on border security and foreign aid, and his call for party unity ahead of the November election.

S1 Ep 473S1 Ep473: Activist in a robe (10.24.24)
The Seattle Reign FC honors a notorious superior court judge. Seattle jail guard quits in protest of dangers faced by female inmates. Portland’s next mayor – stripper, or parking ticket scofflaw? On Florida Report: Miranda has an epiphany at the polls. Kamala Harris has no weaknesses!

S1 Ep 472S1 Ep472: A tale of regulatory taking (10.23.24)
A low-income housing provider sues Seattle over regulatory abyss. Washington GOP attacks one of its own. Councilwoman who wanted to defund the police now mad about the cost of paying officers overtime. Kamala Harris still won’t be honest with voters about Biden’s health. Extreme TDS caught on a Ring camera.

S1 Ep 471S1 Ep471: ELECTION 2024: U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse – 4th Congressional District
bonusCongressman Dan Newhouse (R) is seeking reelection to Washington's 4th District. He faces Trump-backed challenger Jerrod Sessler. We discuss the impeachment vote that continues to follow him, what differentiates him from his Republican opponent, and key issues facing his district – like the fentanyl crisis, overregulation of farmers, and increased costs for families.

S1 Ep 470S1 Ep470: Washington has a spending problem – voters can fix it (10.22.24)
A nonpartisan report says Washington state is facing a major budget shortfall. Rich environmentalist is big mad about ad exposing Dave Upthegrove as an extremist. Group seeks ‘exceptional white guys’ to help elect Kamala Harris and fight for social justice. Liz Cheney is betraying her values – and not for the reason you might think.

S1 Ep 469S1 Ep469: Voting is not an act of bravery (10.21.24)
Brandi’s vote for Donald Trump drew some strong reactions on the internet. Gavin Newsom comes to the “rescue” of Washington Democrats. More taxpayer money being spent on virtue signaling. A rare win for foster families and the juvenile justice system. Trump goes to McDonalds, Lizzo gets on a private jet.

S1 Ep 468S1 Ep468: Victim mentality is a national crisis (10.17.24)
If you don’t want people to see your bad behavior, don’t engage in bad behavior. “First-of-its-kind” EV charger also happens to be a total waste of taxpayer money. UW report highlights widespread antisemitism. Senator booed by Boeing workers for bashing Donald Trump. Florida officials ask for election flexibility in wake of hurricanes.

S1 Ep 467S1 Ep467: Smile for the camera, sign thieves! (10.16.24)
You know political discourse has dissolved when a simple yard sign is triggering. Republican Congressional candidate says devout Muslims shouldn’t be allowed in Congress. Selective editing gets called out in local and national media. Gavin Newsom takes a page from Jay Inslee’s book on gas price gaslighting.

S1 Ep 466S1 Ep466: ‘Spotlight’ on judge for playing victim (10.15.24)
A judge known for taking it easy on violent criminals now says she’s the victim. The path to avoiding a Democratic supermajority. Supporters of the new Spokane mayor have soured on her quickly. Who “advised” cities to take a stance on initiative repealing the Climate Commitment Act? Bill Clinton campaigns for Donald Trump!

S1 Ep 465S1 Ep465: Turn your TV off (10.14.24)
Local media isn’t even trying to hide its bias. Brandi shares her experience knocking on doors – the good, the bad, and the ugly. News stories prop up Bob Ferguson talking points. More college volleyball teams boycott games against trans player. ABC justifies takeovers by Venezuelan gangs.

S1 Ep 464S1 Ep464: We know who the real bullies are (10.10.24)
A teen girl who spoke from the heart about competing against a boy gets attacked by ideologues. Not all Democrats are created equal, so don’t leave ballots blank! State Board of Education says it will focus on “equity” in its 2025 legislative agenda. Bob Ferguson hates dark money … unless it helps him. Ron DeSantis is the GOAT at hurricane response.

S1 Ep 463S1 Ep463: Democrats call in their closer: Jane Fonda! (10.9.24)
Washington state Democrats hope Jane Fonda is the answer to their prayers. Cities take stance on CCA repeal. unDivided, CADF appeal public records lawsuit to State Supreme Court. 14-year-old makes the case for protecting girls’ sports. Kamala Harris cracks open a beer.

S1 Ep 462S1 Ep462: ELECTION 2024: Dr. Raul Garcia – U.S. Senate Candidate
Dr. Raul Garcia (R) is an immigrant from Cuba who went on to become an emergency room physician. He is now hoping to unseat longtime U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell. We discuss the border crisis, fentanyl addiction, and how he plans to reach undecided voters in the final stretch of his campaign.

S1 Ep 461S1 Ep461: Media plays patsy for ‘orgasmic’ drag king (10.8.24)
A local teacher is hoping to drum up sympathy after being called out for her vulgar drag persona. Let’s Go Washington initiatives get a timely boost. Bob Ferguson is still sending out chicken checks. Walz/Harris get an unlikely nemesis in battleground states.

S1 Ep 460S1 Ep460: ELECTION 2024: Nick Brown – Attorney General Candidate
After 12 years of Bob Ferguson, Washington voters are about to elect a new attorney general. Democrat Nick Brown is running to become the state's chief law enforcer, but would he be more of the same? A former U.S. Attorney who also served as legal counsel for Governor Jay Inslee, Brown joined us to discuss everything from gun control to emergency powers to the prosecution of police officers.

S1 Ep 459S1 Ep459: Who knew there were so many antisemites? (10.7.24)
A year after the terror attack in Israel, Ari Hoffman reflects on what it taught him about the hate that lives among us. New pro-initiative ad is straight fire. Mayor Bruce Harrell is confronted about alleged support for Socialist police abolitionist. Washington’s restaurants are struggling and latest minimum wage change will only make things worse.

S1 Ep 458S1 Ep458: Condoms, dental dams, and chest feeding (10.3.24)
A year’s worth of insanity packed into one Olympia School Board meeting. Local principal defends Nazi swastika. Anti-initiative group takes gaslighting to a whole new level. Candidate says lawmakers can make better decisions than voters. Florida’s ban on public camping takes effect. Court ruling protects independent journalists.

S1 Ep 457S1 Ep457: This isn’t over, Manka! (10.2.24)
The Legislative Ethics Board makes a bizarre finding in complaint against State Sen. Manka Dhingra. Tri-City Herald goes the way of the Seattle Times. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell endorsed who?!? Clear winner in VP debate. Tim Walz has some interesting friends.

S1 Ep 456S1 Ep456: No justice for the law-abiding (10.1.24)
A judge sets shockingly low bail for teen accused of murdering handyman. 8-time felon who killed elderly dog walker deemed incompetent. Initiatives have an uphill battle as big money – and big media – step in to defeat them. California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bill banning local voter ID laws.

S1 Ep 455S1 Ep455: Washington state’s radical priorities (9.30.24)
As it leads the nation in overdoses and trails the nation in business growth, Washington leaders remain focused on their radical agenda. Taxpayers footing the bill for gender surgeries. Another Olympia School District mom blows the whistle on indoctrination. More attacks on the Constitution.

S1 Ep 454S1 Ep454: We don’t kowtow to ideologues (9.26.24)
The brave 7th graders who came forward to share the story of what happened in their classroom are under attack. But here’s the good news – they’re not backing down, and neither are we. Burien wins legal battle against King County over homeless camps. Democrats in Washington state creep closer to supermajorities.

S1 Ep 453S1 Ep453: Operation Indoctrination: A story of academic decline
In this unDivided documentary, current and former students of the Olympia (WA) School District sit down with Brandi Kruse to share stories of political and social indoctrination in their classrooms.

S1 Ep 452S1 Ep452: When concern about bullying leads to … bullying (9.25.24)
Two former Olympia School District students say their teacher labeled them transphobes and encouraged bullying of non-LGBTQ students. Tool meant to assess absenteeism is worthless. A billboard in Seattle gives us a good laugh. State senate candidate releases fire ad about DEI.

S1 Ep 451S1 Ep451: Public school chief wants more of your money (9.24.24)
Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal says he would support an income tax to add billions to the state’s education budget. New study highlights cost/benefit of climate policies. Bob Ferguson spent millions prosecuting police officers. The Washington Post says some states are turning to “radical transparency” in elections.

S1 Ep 450S1 Ep450: Inside America’s wokest school district (9.23.24)
We preview our new documentary: Operation Indoctrination. It’s a glimpse inside the Olympia (WA) School District through the eyes of current and former students. Another CCA lie revealed. Macklemore is no stranger to activism, but has he gone too far? Donald Trump says he won’t run again if he loses in November.

S1 Ep 449S1 Ep449: A very good night for the sheriff (9.19.24)
Recapping key moments from debates in the race for governor, attorney general, and public school superintendent. State’s website tracking educational outcomes quietly changes metrics. Gavin Newsom moves to regulate free speech. Zach reacts to a rate cut. Miranda discusses Trump assassination attempt in Florida.

S1 Ep 448S1 Ep448: Seattle passes ‘stay out’ orders (9.18.24)
Amid a drug and crime crisis, there appears to be a coordinated effort to get Seattle back on track. Will it work? Bob Ferguson has not released a single honest ad. State GOP Chair Jim Walsh on the party’s back-to-back election lawsuits. California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s new law is a slippery slope for First Amendment speech.

S1 Ep 447S1 Ep447: ‘Kill lists’ (9.17.24)
Florida sheriff pledges to shame kids who commit crimes – and their parents too. Spokane continues to follow in Seattle’s footsteps, this time in war against landlords. Amid budget woes, taxpayers cover Tacoma councilwoman’s trip to “enhance creative economy.” Hillary Clinton has some advice for the media on covering Trump.

S1 Ep 446S1 Ep446: Stories of sanity (9.16.24)
A trio of stories that give us hope for Washington state. Spokane restaurant owner urges the city to take action to fight crime and addiction: “Accountability is compassion.” Local teacher on leave after our reporting. Seattle Times picks an odd debate moment to fact check. Second attempted Trump assassination. Even the Democrats say the Democrats are lying.

S1 Ep 445S1 Ep445: Washington can stay the course, or get back on track (9.10.24)
It’s double debate day! Trump vs Harris, Ferguson vs. Reichert. What to expect and the choice voters must make in Washington. Acclaimed Spokane chef forced to close restaurant over crime, disorder. Teacher by day, Jack King Goff by night. Family of deceased protester wants to be paid for her criminal conduct. Harvard professor says DEI is dead.

S1 Ep 444S1 Ep444: Democratic Party backs Socialist … over a Democrat (9.9.24)
It’s not the first time a Democratic candidate for office has been shunned for telling hard truths. GOP sues over ballot curing in King County. Housing first isn’t just dumb, it’s dangerous. Harvard professor says DEI is not working. Elton John’s totally sane response when asked about Donald Trump.

S1 Ep 443S1 Ep443: A web of deception (9.5.24)
Head of public schools suggests right-wing influencers, and maybe even Russia, are colluding to push school choice. Bob sticks to his big lie on education. Choe goes to Colorado. Florida voters to decide whether the state’s 6-week abortion ban is too extreme.

S1 Ep 442S1 Ep442: Journalistic malpractice (9.4.24)
A local news station posted a story on how Attorney General Bob Ferguson is working to keep sexually violent predators from being released. The entire thing was copied verbatim from a government press release. Climate Scientist Cliff Mass explains why he’s voting YES on I-2117. Coors becomes the latest company to drop DEI.

S1 Ep 441S1 Ep441: ‘A chorus of COVID’ nonsense (9.3.24)
State Department of Health funds report accusing white people of COVID-era racism. Bob Ferguson’s most horrific election lie yet. Granddaughter of elderly dog walker murdered in Seattle joins us. New polling shows voters think Washington is on the wrong track, but will their ballots reflect it? Israel’s Prime Minister says it’s Hamas that needs to make concessions.

S1 Ep 440S1 Ep440: Your money is being used to fund ‘climate justice’ (8.29.24)
As you hit the road this Labor Day weekend, we thought you should know what your gas money is being used to fund. What the government gives, the government can take away. Story on CCA misses a big plot line. Selective fact checking. Gangs of migrants taking over apartments and bus stops, leaving residents in fear.

S1 Ep 439S1 Ep439: Locked up with a monster (8.28.24)
National Review exposes horrific harassment of women by trans inmate in Washington. All of a sudden the media wants to police the phrase ‘election interference.’ Dow’s pledge to end youth detention crashes and burns. California advances plan to help illegal immigrants with home ownership – there’s just one problem.