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We have become a collective of voices of lived experience, progressive ideas, creatives, artists, activism, and amplification of women, LGBTQIA+, black, brown, and everything in between. Shining spotlights onto the issues surrounding us right here in the Midwest, but honestly they are relatable to the stories and issues everywhere in the world. We have SUCH inspiring, creative, brilliant minds within our own communities. And we are sharing them here: Sometimes snarky, sometimes dead serious, sometimes both. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/midwest-misfits/support

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We have become a collective of voices of lived experience, progressive ideas, creatives, artists, activism, and amplification of women, LGBTQIA+, black, brown, and everything in between. Shining spotlights onto the issues surrounding us right here in the Midwest, but honestly they are relatable to the stories and issues everywhere in the world. We have SUCH inspiring, creative, brilliant minds within our own communities. And we are sharing them here: Sometimes snarky, sometimes dead serious, sometimes both. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/midwest-misfits/support

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Episodes

What About That Election?

11/18/2022
Hey Misfits, Thanks for joining us for this weeks bonus episode as Colleen and I chat about the election and what has transpired since. Also, we want to thank you for sticking with us this past year and wanted to let you know that we are going to take a break until after the holidays. Have a very Happy Thanksgiving and we hope to see you in 2023. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/midwest-misfits/support

Duration:00:27:42

Re-Elect Megan Hunt for Nebraska Legislature District 8

11/3/2022
Hey Misfits, Today we are chatting with Mom, entrepreneur and Nebraska State Senator Megan Hunt. We were lucky to briefly catch her during her busy re-election campaign for Nebraska Legislature District 8. We are now under a week until the midterms so make sure and drop off your ballots or set your reminders for next Tuesday, November 8th and get out there and vote! Thanks for listening to this episode of Midwest misfits. Make sure and subscribe to our show so you don’t miss a thing. You...

Duration:00:25:20

Dr. Erin Feichtinger, Policy Director of the Women's Fund Pt. 2

10/27/2022
We are back with the 2nd half of Colleen's discussion with Dr. Erin Feichtinger, Policy Director of the Women's Fund. If you missed the first episode you can check it out here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/aRHHyOTUrub For more on Dr. Feichtinger and to learn where you an get in touch, check out here bio here: https://www.omahawomensfund.org/staff/erin-feichtinger/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/midwest-misfits/support

Duration:00:33:29

Vote Tony Vargas for Congress

10/18/2022
Today we have a special guest, State Senator Tony Vargas who is currently running for the House of Representatives. Senator Vargas began his career as a public-school teacher and member of the Omaha Public School Board. He then went on to the Nebraska Senate is hoping to win your vote for Congress. Thank you for listening to this episode of Midwest Misfits. For more about Senator Vargas’s campaign, visit https://www.vargasfornebraska.com/. There are only a couple weeks until the mid-terms...

Duration:00:38:20

Dr. Erin Feichtinger, Policy Director of the Women's Fund Pt. 1

10/6/2022
Dr. Erin Feichtinger Represents District 2 on the Metropolitan Community College Board of Governors.She joined the Women’s Fund as Policy Director in May 2022. She brings her extensive experience working on policy to increase housing security, food security and economic security at both the local and state level. Dr. Feichtinger has worked on several successful policy initiatives including Omaha’s Rental Registration and Proactive Inspection Ordinance as well as legislation increasing tenant...

Duration:00:44:02

Catching up with Senator Carol Blood, Candidate for Nebraska Governor

9/8/2022
Hey Misfits, This week we are chatting with Senator Carol Blood and catching up on her campaign and what the state of Nebraska is talking about. For more on Senator Blood and how you can help her campaign, visit Elect Carol Blood. To check out our past interview with Senator Blood, click here: Senator Carol Blood for Governor --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/midwest-misfits/support

Duration:01:00:45

Planned Parenthood Advocates of NE and ACLU of NE

9/2/2022
Today on Midwest Misfits we are talking with Scout Richters with the ACLU of NE For over 50 years, the ACLU of Nebraska has worked in courts, legislatures, and communities to protect the constitutional and individual rights of all people. With a nationwide network of offices and millions of members and supporters, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties fights. Also joining the conversation is Andi Curry Grubb State Executive Director - of Planned Parenthood North Central States...

Duration:00:57:13

Bonus: Oh Roe is Me and other Hot Topics

8/23/2022
Colleen and Leah here, ramping up some content to get you fired up for the 2024 mid-term elections. Today we have a bonus episode filled with a discussion about the overturning of Roe v wade, the recent raid at Mar-a-Lago and other hot topics. But stay tuned and subscribe as we have a great chat with Andi Curry Grubb, executive director of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Nebraska and Scout Richters, Senior Legal & Policy Counsel, ACLU of Nebraska. We also have a conversation with Nebraska...

Roe v. Wade

5/10/2022
Today we are talking about what is on all of our minds. The fate of abortion in the United States. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/midwest-misfits/support

Duration:00:44:26

Kara Teri for Elkhorn School Board

4/19/2022
Hey Misfits, Today we have a lovely chat with Kara Teri, candidate for Elkhorn School Board. Kara is an Elkhorn High alumn she is a human resource professional with more than 15 years of experience and a Master’s Degree in Strategic Management of HR. we are talking about her platform, her goals and breaking down the long list of candidates. Thanks for listening! Thanks for listening today and remember to fill out those ballots and get them sent in asap. The deadline is May 10th. Follow us...

Duration:00:38:58

Survivor's Rising Part Two with Candi Jones

4/12/2022
Today we are back with Coaching with Candi. The beautiful, magical Candi Jones digging into Survivor's Rising: Demanding change and accountability of the systems and individuals perpetuating the unequal power that results insubordination, exploitation, oppression, and abuse. It is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and we are digging into sexual assault, domestic abuse, and of course there is a Content Warning for anyone that needs to protect their peace and trauma. Coaching with Candi 'Where...

Duration:00:30:28

Candi Jones: Survivors Rising

4/5/2022
It’s Midwest Misfits back from Spring Break hiatus. This is what happens when you move a lot and have 4 kids all in different schools and different schedules. Today. Today is going to be a powerful episode with our dear friend and returning guest Candi Jones. Let me give you a little refresher on Candi. Candi was a recent recipient of the Greater Omaha Chamber Young Professionals 2020 Change Maker award. She is a vice president of HR and DEI, while also being a powerhouse life and career...

Duration:00:41:17

Douglas County Attorney Candidate Dave Pantos for Criminal Justice Reform

3/8/2022
Meet Dave Pantos As an attorney who has worked tirelessly for a fair and equitable justice system, I have a passion for service and good government. I have had the honor to serve the Omaha community in many ways over the last two decades. Now, I want to build on the progress that so many others have made in this city and county and bring meaningful change to our system. This mission has been at the core of my career as an attorney, nonprofit leader, and advocate for people who haven’t...

Duration:00:26:15

Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek (I) for Legislature

3/1/2022
Cindy Maxwell-Ostdiek is a mother, small-business owner, and volunteer running as an Independent for Nebraska Legislature for District 4 in west Omaha. She has a business background in human resources, recruiting and sales, and currently works from home alongside her husband. Cindy is a strong supporter of public schools, and their children attend Millard Public Schools. President of Rank the Vote Nebraska, Cindy is a voting rights and civic responsibility advocate. Cindy is a co-founder of...

Duration:00:52:15

Sen. Carol Blood for Governor

2/17/2022
Midwest Misfits Podcast welcomes Nebraska Senator Carol Blood to the show. We learned so much from her and hope you will too. Carol Blood has been a tireless advocate for her constituents, particularly her district of Offutt Air Force Base in Bellevue, NE. Take a peek at her legislation and you will quickly realize she gets pragmatic, common sense legislation passed that literally helps the every day person in her district. Electing Carol Blood to the Nebraska Governorship would make her...

Duration:00:55:34

Lisa Schoenberger for Millard School Board

2/8/2022
Hey Misfits, Today we have an interview with Lisa Schoenberger candidate for Millard School Board. She believes, as we do, that education is the most important investment we make as a community. We talk with Lisa about her platform and vision for Millard Public Schools. Thanks for listening to this episode! For more information about Lisa Schoenberger, visit LisaForMillard.com and learn how you can help her campaign and support her vision. --- Support this podcast:...

Duration:00:50:56

Whoopi Whoopsie

2/5/2022
We take a quick moment to address the controversial comments recently made on The View by Whoopi Goldberg. Did she deserve suspension? Stay tuned for our next episode coming out on Tuesday, February 8th on the Misfit Pod feed featuring Lisa Schoenberger candidate for Millard School Board. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/midwest-misfits/support

Duration:00:19:07

Welcome to Season 2 of the Midwest Misfits!

2/1/2022
Hi Misfits. We are back! This is the official launch of Midwest Misfits season 2. We are gearing up for the midterms as well as the Omaha City elections coming up fast, in May. We have some great interviews already on the books so make sure and subscribe and follow us so you don’t miss a thing. Thank you for your patience as we recharged and reorganized. We have some great things planned, so stay tuned. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/midwest-misfits/support

Duration:00:41:05

What does healthcare in Nebraska currently look like?

12/10/2021
Hey pod friends! We are dropping in on the feed to let you know we are still here, just on a little break. Take a listen to Colleen's first-hand experience of navigating family health issues during this pandemic. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/midwest-misfits/support

Duration:00:48:17

Free Brittany! The Darkness that is Conservatorships

10/7/2021
This week we are catching up with some HOT topics. First of all, what are conservatorships and why Brittany's is sooo bad. A little about Gabby Petito and other stories we just can't stop reading about. Follow us: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/midwest-misfits/support

Duration:00:45:49