Andy Beshear Podcast

Andy Beshear Podcast

🎙️ The Andy Beshear Podcast Real people. Real conversations. Real connection. Hosted by Andy Beshear, this independent and professionally produced weekly show goes far beyond politics. Each episode features open, unscripted conversations with fascinating guests from all walks of life—leaders, educators, innovators, creators, and everyday people with extraordinary stories to tell. This isn’t a political podcast—it’s a human one. We talk about what’s really going on in the world: family, faith, current events, pop culture, hope, hardship, and the things that connect us. In a time when the news cycle is heavy and the world feels divided, this podcast offers something different—a space to listen, learn, grow, and laugh together. Expect honest dialogue, diverse perspectives, and a host who brings empathy, curiosity, and kindness to every mic check.

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July 17, 2025 • 47 mins

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Welcome to Episode 15 – Andy is talking all things labor unions with the first woman president of the AFL-CIO, the devastating impacts of the “Big Ugly Bill” on rural communities, and switching it up by “kicking it old school” with Will and John. 

This week’s guest is AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler! The AFL-CIO represents nearly 15 million working people from 63 national and international unions. Shuler is the first woma...

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It’s Episode 14—and we’re diving into big headlines, bigger heart, and a whole lot of laughs.

This week’s guest is New Orleans Saints quarterback and former Louisville Cardinal Tyler Shough, who opens up about his winding road to the NFL. From major injuries to major comebacks, Tyler shares how he found resilience, purpose, and even love (shoutout to that dining hall meet-cute) along the way. He also gives us a behind-...

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It’s Episode 13—and we’re dropping it a day early to kick off your Fourth of July with some red, white, and real talk. 🇺🇸

This special holiday episode features a conversation with social media influencer turned entrepreneur Griffin Johnson, who opens up about his journey from a small town in Illinois to building a career across platforms, brands, and venture capital. From nursing school TikToks to his most viral mome...

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It’s Episode 12—and we’re not holding back.

This week, we’re joined by North Carolina Governor Josh Stein, a longtime friend and former fellow Attorney General. From flipping red seats blue to leading recovery efforts after natural disasters, Governor Stein breaks down what it really means to make government work for the people—and why common-sense leadership still matters.

We talk clean energy jobs, Medicaid expansion,...

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It’s Episode 11—and we’re digging deep.

This week, we’re sitting down with Governor Wes Moore of Maryland, a bestselling author, Army veteran, and self-described “improbable governor” who went from childhood adversity to national leadership. Wes gets real about what shaped him—losing his father at three, getting arrested at 11, and finding purpose in service—and how it prepared him to lead through crisis, including the...

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It’s Episode 10, y’all—and we went big.

To mark this milestone, we brought in two major guests who know a thing or two about leadership, policy, and staying grounded in unpredictable times.

First up, it’s VP Candidate & Minnesota Governor Tim Walz—a teacher, veteran, and former congressman who gets real about everything from balancing budgets to raising teenagers. He talks about his time in the National Guard, losin...

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Two guest governors. One podcast. Zero teleprompters.


Episode 9 of The Andy Beshear Podcast hits the road to Portland, Oregon for a special on-location edition at the Democratic Governors Association—and you’re invited behind the scenes!

First up, meet Governor Matt Meyer of Delaware: a former middle school teacher, Teach for America alum, and passionate public servant who once volunteered on Joe Biden’s ...

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Self-made billionaire, chronic entrepreneur, Dallas Mavericks owner, and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban joins The Andy Beshear Podcast for Episode 8—and you’ll want to hear this one from start to finish. From his unconventional start in business (which includes disco dancing and sororities in college) to his take on today’s political landscape, Mark brings insight, energy, and authenticity.

He shares a heartfelt moment wit...

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A former math teacher turned Attorney General joins The Andy Beshear Podcast for Episode 7—and trust us, this conversation does not stay in the classroom. Nevada AG Aaron Ford shares his incredible journey from first-gen college grad to becoming one of the country’s leading voices for justice. He also opens up about how he—and other AGs and governors—are pushing back when the rule of law is on the line.

Then, it’s time...

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A legendary basketball coach joins The Andy Beshear Podcast for Episode 6—and this conversation goes way beyond the court. From unexpected life lessons to personal stories you won’t hear anywhere else, this episode is packed with wisdom, heart, and a few laughs along the way.

Then, it’s time for the debut of our newest segment: Big Deal or No Deal—where Jon and John break down the biggest headlines in the news and ask ...

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Derby Day may be in the rearview, but the stories (and the laughs) are still fresh.
In Episode 5, The Andy Beshear Podcast takes you on location at Churchill Downs for our biggest and boldest episode yet.

Trainer Kenny McPeek joins us to reflect on his unforgettable 2024 Oaks-Derby double and the history-making moments that made headlines. Then, Charlie O'Connor of Coolmore America gives us a peek behind the c...

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Senator Chris Coons of Delaware joins The Andy Beshear Podcast for a thoughtful and inspiring conversation to kick off Episode 4. From his work on bipartisan ethics to founding the Chicken Caucus (yes, really), Senator Coons shares what drives him, how his faith and values shape his approach to politics, and why service still matters in a fractured political world.

Then, it’s time for a check-in with Jon and John, wher...

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This week’s episode brings big names, real talk, and a few unexpected laughs.

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar joins Andy for a candid conversation about her Minnesota upbringing, how her family’s values shaped her career, and the real impact of tariffs on farmers across the country. Plus—don’t miss her hilarious story about a turkey that refused to be pardoned.

Later, Louisville Commonwealth Attorney Gerina Whethers shares p...

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In this episode of The Andy Beshear Podcast, Andy is joined by Nicole Avant, former U.S. Ambassador, producer of the recent Netflix film The Six Triple Eight, and daughter of legendary music executive Clarence Avant.

Later, Andy reunites with his friends John and Jon for a grounded, honest conversation about tariffs, what they really mean for everyday Americans, and weighs in on the disturbing rise of politically motiv...

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In the very first episode of The Andy Beshear Podcast, the ground rules are set: be real, be curious, and above all—be human.

With an unexpected mix of guests—from a self-made billionaire and the CEO of one of the country’s most well-known law firms, to Andy’s own son and a longtime public servant—this episode kicks things off with stories, laughs, and just enough chaos to let you know this isn’t your typical show.

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April 7, 2025 • 50 secs

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Our first episode will go live Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 at 8 am EST

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