Episodes

  • Medical Marijuana in North Dakota

    Medical Marijuana in North Dakota
    Jul 21 2025
    Did you know that, in North Dakota, people don't actually receive prescriptions for medical marijuana? If you didn't, you are not alone. We'll find the answers to a lot of questions surrounding medical marijuana in North Dakota.

    On this episode, we visit with Jason Wahl, the Director for Medical Marijuana in North Dakota. It's an interesting conversation around a subject that many people have strong feelings about.
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    30 mins
  • Civics Lessons in North Dakota

    Civics Lessons in North Dakota
    Jun 29 2025
    The episode covers a governor's mistake that almost cost the state $35 million, fights within political parties that left voters without representation, and why lawmakers want to build a new office building after 100 years. These stories teach us that democracy needs constant care and attention from regular citizens to keep working properly.
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    24 mins
  • North Dakota Supreme Court Law Clerk

    North Dakota Supreme Court Law Clerk
    Jun 22 2025
    The non-partisan 701 Civics podcast will provide listeners with an introduction to state government in North Dakota. From the Secretary of State to the Superintendent of Public Instruction, learn more about the offices and officials that lead North Dakota.
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    21 mins
  • The Greater North Dakota Chamber: The Voice of North Dakota Business

    The Greater North Dakota Chamber: The Voice of North Dakota Business
    Jun 20 2025
    In this episode, we sit down with Arik Spencer, the CEO and President from the Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC), the state's premier non-partisan business advocacy organization. Joining us is Mallory Humann, the Program & Event Coordinator for GNDC to discuss the Civics Bee in North Dakota and why the GNDC is helping to sponsor the Bee.

    The GNDC represents a diverse membership that includes small businesses, large corporations, sole proprietors, and trade associations, serving as a unifying voice for economic prosperity across North Dakota.

    Listeners will learn how GNDC champions free-market principles, drives innovation through the North Dakota Manufacturing Council, and collaborates across sectors to ensure the state’s business climate remains the best in the nation. We’ll explore their mission, values, and vision for the future—highlighting their integrity, dedication, and commitment to shaping a thriving economy for all North Dakotans.

    Whether you're a business owner, policymaker, or someone invested in the future of the state, this episode offers insight into how GNDC is catalyzing growth, fostering collaboration, and advocating for a stronger, more prosperous North Dakota.
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    27 mins
  • North Dakota Treasurer's Office

    North Dakota Treasurer's Office
    Jun 20 2025
    Did you know that the smallest office in state government also gets to handle all warrants or checks drawn against the state of North Dakota? Though the smallest office, it plays a significant role in state government, even if it doesn't really make any headlines.

    We are joined on this episode by North Dakota State Treasurer Thomas Beadle as he explains the role of the treasurers office, and his role as a leader of the treasurer's office.

    N.D. Treasurer's Office Website: https://www.treasurer.nd.gov/
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    32 mins
  • How a Bill Becomes a Law Part 3

    How a Bill Becomes a Law Part 3
    May 18 2025
    In this episode, we cover the final step in the process of following a bill to declare October 1st as 'North Dakota Constitution Day'.

    In the first two installments, we followed the process of getting an idea turned into a bill, a committee meeting, and passage in the House of Representatives. Now, we see what takes place in the Senate, and discuss the outcome of the Senate vote.
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    30 mins
  • Auditor Josh Gallion

    Auditor Josh Gallion
    May 16 2025
    In this podcast, the current North Dakota State Auditor, Josh Gallion, took time to sit down and discuss the state auditor's office and its role in state government, as well as what it can - and cannot - do.

    Listeners will learn about the size of the office, recent efforts to make reports more accessible to citizens of the state, types of audits, how long audits can take, and helping to provide transparency for citizens.
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    24 mins
  • Sen. Sean Cleary

    Sen. Sean Cleary
    May 4 2025
    Freshman legislator Sen. Sean Cleary sits down to discuss the role of a state senator in North Dakota. Senator Cleary represents District 35 in the North Dakota Senate, and is half-way through his first term.

    On this episode, we discuss how bills are drafted and make their way through the legislative process. We also visit about keeping in touch with constituents, the role of lobbyists, and committee assignments.
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    18 mins