After discussing the special election victory for the DFL, the New Libs discuss how a bill becomes a law in the Minnesota Legislature. New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith. The best way to financially support the New Libs is by don…

Kristi, Brion, and Andy talk about the final days of the Republican Majority in the Minnesota House of Representatives, including many, many harmful bills being brought to the house floor. They also revisit the question everyone is asking, "What can we do about the Trump Administration?" The New Libs did not know at the time of recording BUT the sp…

On this week's episode the New Libs talk about the political theater going on in the Minnesota House while Republicans are in control and then offer some examples of better bills that could be getting passed instead. We also play a game around the Oscars. ***We did have some technical difficulties this week, so apologies for some audio and an odd e…

While the New Libs await the Special Election, they talk about what Republicans in power looks like in the Minnesota House of Representatives. Unfortunately, that agenda is defined by three things: corruption, grievance, and cruelty. New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Krist…

We have an incredible episode talking about disability rights with Rep. Kim Hicks. We start the discussion with Kim's story and how she became a disability advocate, followed by an in-depth discussion of federal disability policy being changed under the Trump Administration. New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted…

Kristi, Andy, and Brion talk about the agreement that led to the (constitutional) start of Minnesota's legislative session and the first 25 (garbage) bills the Republicans filed. New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith. The best way t…

Kristi, Brion, and Andy give an update on people trying to recall them (yeah, for real), an update on the MN House, and how to survive in Trump's America New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith. The best way to financially support the…

The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of democrats in the quorum case: what does that mean and where do we go from here? Kristi, Brion, and Andy explain it all and also touch on Trump's new slew of Federal Orders. New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curr…

On today's episode the New Libs discuss the first day of Donald Trump's 2nd term as president, including his Executive Orders that undermine our constitution, bodily autonomy, immigration, diversity, and so much more about what makes us free. We also give an update on the Minnesota House of Representatives and talk about the 2024 election. New Libs…

In this special edition of New Libs Podcast, Kristi, Andy, and Brion give an update on what is happening in the Minnesota House of Representatives, the Minnesota Supreme Court, and how all of this ends. We also mention the (potential) demise of TikTok. New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legis…

On 14 January 2024 the Republicans in the Minnesota House of Representatives disregarded the will of the people of Minnesota and engaged in an unconstitutional Kangaroo Court of Representatives. We explain and discuss what is to come. New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kris…

Kristi, Brion, and Andy discuss the weird historic situation in the Minnesota House of Representatives, and how democrats are defending the will of Minnesota voters. Recorded 7 January 2025. New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith. Th…

A new season of New Libs on the Block starts this week, Wednesday January 8th! This season we are posting WEEKLY on Wednesdays. New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. Hosted by three sitting lawmakers, New Libs on the Block discusses the nuts and bolts of the policy, organizing, and will needed to create a better world. New L…

[Republished from 2023] We are joined by one of our favorite colleagues, Rep. Leigh Finke, to talk with her about the constant battle for trans rights in our state and our country. New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith. The best way…

[Reposted from 2023] Andy tells his story going from evangelical pastor to progressive politician. New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith. The best way to financially support the New Libs is by donating to their campaigns. Andy's Cam…

[Republished from 2023] Andy, Brion, and Kristi talked reproductive freedom and abortion rights. New Libs on the Block is a podcast about politics and people. It is hosted by three sitting legislators, Reps. Kristi Pursell, Brion Curran, and Andy Smith. The best way to financially support the New Libs is by donating to their campaigns. Andy's Campa…