Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/shows/?show=vpod Virginia Politics On-Demand Virginia politics covered from a conservative perspective en ©Jim Hoeft Jim Hoeft jr@bearingdrift.com http://psstatic.podshow.com/images/shows/17685/shows/small/vpod.jpg?89cc153197d4e505e08e37c939c32291 http://www.mevio.com/shows/?show=vpod Podcast no conservative, Virginia, politics, Republican Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:42:51 -0700 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss PodShow PDN jr@bearingdrift.com webmaster@podshow.com Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118451&tId=2 In this week's show, Shaun Kenney and Brian Kirwin join J.R. to talk the latest in politics in Virginia. This week's show includes: Special guest ... In this week’s show, Shaun Kenney and Brian Kirwin join J.R. to talk the latest in politics in Virginia. This week’s show includes:/n/n/nSpecial guest D.J. McGuire and a discussion of why last night’s transportation effort by House Republicans was both politically and policy-wise a great move/n/nBrian gives the back-story as to how Del. Oder’s [...] Thu, 10 Jul 2008 04:18:22 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118451/vpod-118451-07-10-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118450&tId=2 Former U.S. Attorney in Virginia, John Brownlee, recently announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Virginia Attorney General.… Former U.S. Attorney in Virginia, John Brownlee, recently announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Virginia Attorney General. Brownlee was wrapping-up a visit to Hampton Roads, which included a speech to the Norfolk Republican Party, when I caught up with him to discuss his background and campaign. We additionally discussed his “justice [...] Mon, 07 Jul 2008 03:00:55 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118450/vpod-118450-07-07-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118449&tId=2 Attorney General Bob McDonnell is calling for extensive VDOT reforms before raising any taxes commonwealth-wide. I had the opportunity to catch-up… Attorney General Bob McDonnell is calling for extensive VDOT reforms before raising any taxes commonwealth-wide. I had the opportunity to catch-up with him at his Richmond office to discuss his ideas on this special session and possible outcomes./n/n/nTo listen to any of the previous podcasts, click here./nTo automatically download and sync VPOD with your [...] Mon, 23 Jun 2008 11:21:50 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118449/vpod-118449-06-23-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118448&tId=2 State Sen. John Miller (D-1) has been a strong proponent of several transportation projects in Hampton Roads since winning election last November. He… State Sen. John Miller (D-1) has been a strong proponent of several transportation projects in Hampton Roads since winning election last November. He joins me today to discuss transportation, energy, and possible outcomes from next week’s special session./nOne noteworthy point made during the discussion was Miller’s willingness to consider off-shore drilling./nAfter listening to this [...] Fri, 20 Jun 2008 12:18:08 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118448/vpod-118448-06-20-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118447&tId=2 In this week's show, Shaun Kenney and Brian Kirwin join J.R. to talk the latest in politics in Virginia. This week's show includes: J.R. dives ... In this week’s show, Shaun Kenney and Brian Kirwin join J.R. to talk the latest in politics in Virginia. This week’s show includes:/n/n/nJ.R. dives right into the discussion by wondering when we’re going to “Drill here! Drill now! And Pay Less!”;/n/nBrian illustrates how little Democrats have to offer when it comes to transportation (including [...] Thu, 19 Jun 2008 03:59:11 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118447/vpod-118447-06-19-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118446&tId=2 While Democrats continue to offer very little in the way of solutions to our energy concerns, unless you count RAISING the price of oil (such ... While Democrats continue to offer very little in the way of solutions to our energy concerns, unless you count RAISING the price of oil (such as removing subsidies for energy companies, increasing the gas tax, etc.), some responsible legislators, including Virginia’s own State Sen. Frank Wagner and U.S. Rep. Eric Cantor, are actually trying to [...] Wed, 18 Jun 2008 01:33:39 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118446/vpod-118446-06-18-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118445&tId=2 Virginia Politics On-Demand Interview: Corey Stewart. Corey Stewart is chairman at-large of the Board of County Supervisors in Prince William County.… Virginia Politics On-Demand Interview: Corey Stewart./nCorey Stewart is chairman at-large of the Board of County Supervisors in Prince William County. His, and the county’s, position on the issue of illegal immigration has placed him as a leader of national efforts by local communities to take action when the federal government has failed./nThe action, enabling [...] Tue, 17 Jun 2008 09:39:51 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118445/vpod-118445-06-17-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118444&tId=2 I caught up with Glenn Nye, candidate for congress in the 2nd Congressional district, who is challenging incumbent Rep. Thelma Drake (R-VA), at the… I caught up with Glenn Nye, candidate for congress in the 2nd Congressional district, who is challenging incumbent Rep. Thelma Drake (R-VA), at the recent Democratic Party of Virginia Convention./n/n/n addthis_url = /'http%3A%2F%2Fbearingdrift.com%2F2008%2F06%2F14%2Fvpod-interview-glenn-nye-democratic-candidate-for-congress%2F/';/n addthis_title = /'VPOD+Interview%3A+Glenn+Nye%2C+Democratic+Candidate+for+Congress/';/n addthis_pub = /'/';/n/n Sat, 14 Jun 2008 09:12:47 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118444/vpod-118444-06-14-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118443&tId=2 In this week's show, Shaun Kenney and Brian Kirwin join J.R. to talk the latest in politics in Virginia. This week's show includes: A recap ... In this week’s show, Shaun Kenney and Brian Kirwin join J.R. to talk the latest in politics in Virginia. This week’s show includes:/n/n/nA recap of the congressional primaries — where we bash Democrats/n/nHillary announcing her campaign “suspension” — where we bash Democrats/n/nReagan’s famous words “Mr. Gorbechev, tear down this wall” — where we [...] Thu, 12 Jun 2008 05:47:52 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118443/vpod-118443-06-12-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118442&tId=2 In this week's show, Shaun Kenney and Brian Kirwin join J.R. to talk the latest in politics in Virginia. This week's show includes: Republicans: a ... In this week’s show, Shaun Kenney and Brian Kirwin join J.R. to talk the latest in politics in Virginia. This week’s show includes:/n/nRepublicans: a house divided?/nObama’s Virginia visit/nWarner’s campaign video/nYour emails! That’s right — you’re part of the show too, so drop your email to J.R. with the subject line “VPOD”/nThe upcoming primaries [...] Thu, 05 Jun 2008 05:10:06 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118442/vpod-118442-06-05-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118440&tId=2 Yesterday, buried in the live-blog, I interviewed Rep. Eric Cantor (R-VA07). Here is the podcast in a separate post in case you missed it. ... Yesterday, buried in the live-blog, I interviewed Rep. Eric Cantor (R-VA07). Here is the podcast in a separate post in case you missed it. Also be sure to listen to our podcast with U.S. Senate nominee, former Gov. Jim Gilmore./n/nHear more great podcasts from Bearing Drift by using this feed./n/n/n addthis_url [...] Sun, 01 Jun 2008 10:10:31 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118440/vpod-118440-06-01-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118441&tId=2 In this episode of Virginia Politics On-Demand: Working with the media The Jeffersoniad Hospitality Suite Tactical errors by the convention planners… In this episode of Virginia Politics On-Demand:/n/n/nWorking with the media/n/nThe Jeffersoniad Hospitality Suite/n/nTactical errors by the convention planners/n/nWhy elections matter/n/nThe class of Bob Marshall and John Hager, and/n/nWhat does yesterday mean?/n/nHear more great podcasts from Bearing Drift by using this feed. Put Vpod on your iPod!/n/n/n addthis_url = /'http%3A%2F%2Fbearingdrift.com%2F2008%2F06%2F01%2Fvpod-convention-thoughts-and-recap%2F/';/n [...] Sun, 01 Jun 2008 03:12:41 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118441/vpod-118441-06-01-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118438&tId=2 Votes coming in for Senate… 1st: 643.27-490.73 for Marshall (confirmed) 2nd: 612-345.6 for Gilmore (confirmed) 3rd: 121.83-75.16 for Gilmore… Votes coming in for Senate…/n1st: 643.27-490.73 for Marshall (confirmed)/n2nd: 612-345.6 for Gilmore (confirmed)/n3rd: 121.83-75.16 for Gilmore (confirmed)/n4th: 382.53-319.45 for Marshall (confirmed)/n5th: 666.17-419.65 for Gilmore (confirmed)/n6th: 530.62-507.47 for Gilmore (confirmed)/n7th: 1035.79-581.52 for Gilmore (confirmed)/n8th: 156.96-145.04 for Gilmore (confirmed)/n9th: 551.78-335.22 for Gilmore (confirmed)/n10th: 584.5-160.5 for Marshall (confirmed)/n11th: 1137-577 Marshall (confirmed)/nGilmore wins, 5222.73 to 5156.97./n/nJim Gilmore speaks with [...] Sat, 31 May 2008 07:29:46 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118438/vpod-118438-05-31-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118439&tId=2 My interview with Gov. Jim Gilmore following his narrow win over Del. Bob Marshall Hear more great podcasts from Bearing Drift by using this feed. My interview with Gov. Jim Gilmore following his narrow win over Del. Bob Marshall/n/nHear more great podcasts from Bearing Drift by using this feed./n/n/n addthis_url = /'http%3A%2F%2Fbearingdrift.com%2F2008%2F05%2F31%2Fexclusive-podcast-with-jim-gilmore%2F/';/n addthis_title = /'Exclusive+podcast+with+Jim+Gilmore/';/n addthis_pub = /'/';/n/n Sat, 31 May 2008 01:30:21 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118439/vpod-118439-05-31-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=118437&tId=2 Let us know what you think of our new promo. Words by "The Squeaky Wheel." Podsafe music by Orlamusic.com Let us know what you think of our new promo. Words by “The Squeaky Wheel.” Podsafe music by Orlamusic.com/n/n/n addthis_url = /'http%3A%2F%2Fbearingdrift.com%2F2008%2F05%2F27%2Fnew-bearing-drift-promo%2F/';/n addthis_title = /'New+Bearing+Drift+Promo/';/n addthis_pub = /'/';/n/n Tue, 27 May 2008 06:47:31 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/118437/vpod-118437-05-27-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=107959&tId=2 Del. Bob Marshall joins me tonight on this evening's Virginia Politics On-Demand. Del. Marshall is criss-crossing the state trying to convince… Del. Bob Marshall joins me tonight on this evening’s Virginia Politics On-Demand. Del. Marshall is criss-crossing the state trying to convince Republicans before the convention on May 31 why he would be a better choice to run against Mark Warner this November over Jim Gilmore./nDel. Marshall discusses his views on Mark Warner, Jim Gilmore, [...] Wed, 09 Apr 2008 08:20:51 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/107959/vpod-107959-04-09-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=107958&tId=2 In today's Virginia Politics On-Demand, I'm joined by Chairman John Hager of the Republican Party of Virginia. We discuss Sen. John McCain, the 2008… In today’s Virginia Politics On-Demand, I’m joined by Chairman John Hager of the Republican Party of Virginia. We discuss Sen. John McCain, the 2008 U.S. Senate race, how demographics in Virginia are influencing politics, how the party apparatus is working, his observations on political trends over the past eight months or so since he [...] Mon, 07 Apr 2008 12:20:12 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/107958/vpod-107958-04-07-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=107957&tId=2 Rep. Thelma Drake (VA-02), our guest on today's Virginia Politics On-Demand, has been the target of a million-dollar attack ad campaign by MoveOn.org… Rep. Thelma Drake (VA-02), our guest on today’s Virginia Politics On-Demand, has been the target of a million-dollar attack ad campaign by MoveOn.org and several left-wing fringe organizations. If you were to listen to them and their followers, you would think she was complicit in illegal activity and has been reckless with American lives. [...] Thu, 03 Apr 2008 08:43:34 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/107957/vpod-107957-04-03-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=107956&tId=2 In today's Virginia Politics On-Demand, Attorney General Bob McDonnell gives his first blog interview since last week's announcement by Lt. Gov. Bill… In today’s Virginia Politics On-Demand, Attorney General Bob McDonnell gives his first blog interview since last week’s announcement by Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling that he would be seeking re-election. McDonnell discusses HB3202 and his role, the importance of a united ticket, the U.S. Senate race, State Sen. Ken Cuccinelli’s announcement that he is running [...] Mon, 31 Mar 2008 07:13:21 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/107956/vpod-107956-03-31-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=107955&tId=2 Bob Berry is running an insurgent, up-hill campaign for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate. He joined me tonight on Virginia Politics… Bob Berry is running an insurgent, up-hill campaign for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate. He joined me tonight on Virginia Politics On-Demand to tell us a little about who he is and why he’s running, including reviewing his platform. But the real good stuff comes towards the end of the podcast when [...] Wed, 26 Mar 2008 05:16:43 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/107955/vpod-107955-03-26-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=105367&tId=2 In tonight's VPOD, Gov. Gilmore reacts to Lt. Gov. Bolling's announcement to run for lieutenant governor vice governor, talks about party unity, his… In tonight’s VPOD, Gov. Gilmore reacts to Lt. Gov. Bolling’s announcement to run for lieutenant governor vice governor, talks about party unity, his views on the economy, national security, FISA, social conservatism, Sen. John McCain and the presidential race, and more./nUse this feed for iTunes and other podcatchers./n/n Mon, 24 Mar 2008 03:20:19 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/105367/vpod-105367-03-24-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=105366&tId=2 Today, I caught up with Amit Singh, a Republican running for the GOP nomination in the 8th Congressional District (Arlington). Singh is in Virginia… Today, I caught up with Amit Singh, a Republican running for the GOP nomination in the 8th Congressional District (Arlington). Singh is in Virginia Beach this weekend for a family wedding./nWe spoke a little about Singh’s background, why he is running and his interest in politics, as well as specifics on issues like the [...] Sat, 22 Mar 2008 06:10:05 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/105366/vpod-105366-03-22-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=105365&tId=2 Gov. Tim Kaine visited Hampton Roads to hold a Town Meeting at Virginia Wesleyan College. After the meeting and a press conference, the governor ... Gov. Tim Kaine visited Hampton Roads to hold a Town Meeting at Virginia Wesleyan College. After the meeting and a press conference, the governor still found time to provide this exclusive one-on-one podcast. This interview is jam-packed with the governor’s thoughts on the General Assembly, one-term Governors, transportation, his legacy, and Sen. Barack [...] Wed, 19 Mar 2008 08:28:56 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/105365/vpod-105365-03-19-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=105364&tId=2 Republican Leader in the U.S. House of Representatives John Boehner of Ohio stopped by Virginia Beach yesterday for a fundraiser on behalf of Rep.… Republican Leader in the U.S. House of Representatives John Boehner of Ohio stopped by Virginia Beach yesterday for a fundraiser on behalf of Rep. Thelma Drake. Here are audio excerpts of some very interesting things Boehner said on:/n/nWhat’s it like to be in the minority and why losing in 2006 may have been the [...] Sat, 15 Mar 2008 08:43:15 -0700 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/105364/vpod-105364-03-15-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=105363&tId=2 In today's VPOD: Kaine whips something out, Gear has something taken away, nobody knows what to do about transportation, and all that's left for… In today’s VPOD: Kaine whips something out, Gear has something taken away, nobody knows what to do about transportation, and all that’s left for Hillary is the crying./n/nSound effects provided by Music for Video./nSubscribe to VPOD using the “podcast only” feed./n Tue, 04 Mar 2008 03:38:22 -0800 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/105363/vpod-105363-03-04-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=105362&tId=2 In today's VPOD: Rumors galore! A Virginia vice president? Nye doesn't own a home in the second district? A new candidate in the ... In today’s VPOD: Rumors galore! A Virginia vice president? Nye doesn’t own a home in the second district? A new candidate in the second district? Bolling’s defining moment of 2009 is now?/n/nSound effects provided by Music for Video./nSubscribe to VPOD using the “podcast only” feed./nCorrection: in the podcast I mentioned that Friday [...] Mon, 03 Mar 2008 01:44:34 -0800 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/105362/vpod-105362-03-03-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=105361&tId=2 In today's VPOD: Regional Transportation Authorities are ruled unconstitutional by the state supreme court. Audio from Gov. Tim Kaine and an… In today’s VPOD: Regional Transportation Authorities are ruled unconstitutional by the state supreme court. Audio from Gov. Tim Kaine and an interview with Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling./n/nSound effects provided by Music for Video./nSubscribe to VPOD using the “podcast only” feed./n Fri, 29 Feb 2008 02:19:34 -0800 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/105361/vpod-105361-02-29-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=105360&tId=2 Tonight's VPOD includes: Planned Parenthood Budget Amendment, Ronald Reagan Day, the "Job Savings Bill", DMV exams, and Del. Moran's… Tonight’s VPOD includes:/nPlanned Parenthood Budget Amendment, Ronald Reagan Day, the “Job Savings Bill”, DMV exams, and Del. Moran’s Blogger Day./n/n Thu, 28 Feb 2008 06:33:05 -0800 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/105360/vpod-105360-02-28-2008.mp3 Jim Hoeft http://www.mevio.com/view/?kId=105359&tId=2 Grab your iPod and download this week's VPOD. This is a great show with Sen. Northam and Sen. Cuccinelli discussing the Homestead Exemption… Grab your iPod and download this week’s VPOD./nThis is a great show with Sen. Northam and Sen. Cuccinelli discussing the Homestead Exemption amendment, Ana Gamonal of the Gilmore Campaign and a statement from former Gov. Mark Warner on illegal immigration, news on the Mark Tate scandal and the bloggers involved, a report on the “triggerman” [...] Wed, 27 Feb 2008 03:24:39 -0800 Podcast no http://m.podshow.com/media/17685/episodes/105359/vpod-105359-02-27-2008.mp3