Andy Beshear Podcast
šļø 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 lifeāleaders, educators, innovators, creators, and everyday people with extraordinary stories to tell.This isnāt a political podcastāitās a human one. We talk about whatās 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 differentāa 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.
Episodes
Two great governors, two great conversations and one big announcement. Our latest episode comes to us from on-site at the Democratic Governors Association conference in Phoenix, Arizona. Andy joins Governor Katie Hobbs as she runs for re-election in the Grand Canyon state. She shares more about her track record, her social work roots and what exactly it is that makes Arizona so special. It's one of the top races to watch in 2026, t...
This week on The Andy Beshear Podcast, our guests are some of Americaās kids. Hear directly from teenagers about the issues they are worried about, where they get their news and how they view our crazy world. Their answers may surprise you. Itās their turn to talk and our turn to listen. And for everyone in our inbox, comments and DMs asking where Andy got his Andy Beshear Podcast hat, you're not going to want to miss the big annou...
Welcome to a special bonus episode! Looking for a quick recap of the best moments of the Andy Beshear Podcast so far? We've got you. From music to horses to politics, Season 1 had been a wild ride in trying new things, having real conversations and bringing people across the country together. š§
A few moments you won't want to miss: Meet Kentucky Derby winning trainer Kenny McPeek on-site at Churchill Downs, Senator Amy Klobuchar ta...
This week on The Andy Beshear Podcast, Andy sits down with one of the most influential voices in modern American politics ā Congressman James E. Clyburn ā to talk leadership, legacy, and his new book, The First Eight. It's a special Thanksgiving episode so Rep. Clyburn and Andy kick it off with a few things we are thankful for this season. This living legend shares his why, how politics has changed since he started out and his hope...
Top race to watch in 2026? Don't sleep on Rob Sand running to flip Iowa blue. He's a no-nonsense guy with a passion for getting things done.
Andy welcomes Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand running for governor of the Hawkeye state. Sandās story stretches from small-town Decorah to leading major corruption prosecutions, uncovering tens of millions in misspent taxpayer dollars, and creating the popular PIE program to boost government effici...
This week on The Andy Beshear Podcast, Andy sits down with viral content creator and political strategist Keith Edwards, the mind behind one of the fastest-growing YouTube political channels in America. Keith opens up about his unlikely journey from television to politics, the moment he decided to take on Trump-era politics, and how he built a following of millions by blending humor, honesty, and humanity.
Together, Andy and Keith t...
In this weekās episode, Andy sits down with Jim Messina, the strategist known as āthe fixerā behind President Barack Obamaās 2012 re-election campaign. From his days in the West Wing to managing one of the most data-driven campaigns in history, Messina shares what still matters most in politics today ā trust, leadership, and connecting with working families. He reflects on lessons from President Obamaās steady hand, the future of p...
Welcome to Episode 30 of the Andy Beshear Podcast! š This week, weāre unpacking a whirlwind of headlines and heart ā from the White House to working families...This week, Ā Andy Ā sits down with Jen Psaki, Host of MSNBCās āThe Briefingā and the MSNBC Original podcast āThe Blueprintā for an honest conversation about leadership, communication, and staying grounded in the political spotlight. Jen shares stories from her time behind the...
This week, Andy sits down with New York's first woman Governor and Buffalo Bills fan, Kathy Hochul. š½ Governor Hochul's faith guides her to make good policy and to fight for the underdog. She talks about how many women sell themselves short and how she unexpectedly ended up in running for office ā and winning. From town board to the top elected in the Empire State, she knows that the best kind of government is the kind that proble...
In this powerful episode, Andy sits down with Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey to talk about leadership, teamwork, and resilience. From her days as a Division I basketball player and pro-athlete overseas to steering her state through turbulent political times, Governor Healey is an All-Star. Ā šš©āāļø The two former Attorneys General share lessons from public service, the challenges of governing under pressure, and why fundamenta...
This week on The Andy Beshear Podcast, we might just have our biggest episode yet. Andy sits down with nine-time NBA champion and Team USA coach Steve Kerr for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation about leadership, authenticity, and courage ā on and off the court.
Kerr opens up about what he learned from legends like Michael Jordan, Tim Duncan, David Robinson, Phil Jackson, and Gregg Popovich, how those lessons shaped his coachi...
This week, weāre bringing you a special edition of the Andy Beshear Podcast from one of the largest music festivals in America: Bourbon & Beyond. š„šµ No politics, no headlines ā just music, stories, and the heart of Kentucky.Ā
Andy sits down with two incredible country artists with Kentucky roots: Brit Taylor, a daughter of Eastern Kentucky whose soulful, throwback sound has taken her from Hindman to the Grand Ole Opry, and Miles M...
Welcome back to the Andy Beshear Podcast, a proud member of the SiriusXM Podcast Network. This week marks our 25th episodeāand while silver is the traditional gift, weāre bringing you something even better: solid gold conversations. š„
First up, Andy sits down in Colorado with Governor Jared Polis, a tech entrepreneur turned public servant known for his bold ideas, record investments in education, and (yes) an enviable sneaker colle...
Welcome back for Episode 24! In this episode, we're thrilled to bring you a special interview with legendary journalist Katie Couric. Andy asks Katie about the most defining moments of her career ā from Colombine to 9/11, Katie has covered some important and painful moments in American history. And she's done it with humanity. We talk about the future of journalism in a polarized era, lessons sheās learned from personal loss, and w...
We took the Andy Beshear Podcast to the heart of New York City šļø ā 36 floors up at NY Studio 1 ā to sit down with a history-maker: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Heās the first Black leader of a party in Congress, a Brooklyn guy through and through, and a master of fighting hard while keeping the door open for consensus.
This conversation has everything: why Jeffries still gets out of bed ready to throw punches (political ...
šØ Big announcement time! šØ The Andy Beshear Podcast has officially joined the SiriusXM family ā and we couldnāt be more excited! This means millions more Americans can join in as we turn down the temperature, bring people together, and have some honest, real conversations about the challenges we all face.
Then we dive right into a powerhouse interview with New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham (aka āMLGā) ā a governor, former...
This week on The Andy Beshear Podcast, Andy hosts a down-to-earth conversation with one of Kentuckyās most beloved transplants ā Steve Zahn. š¬
Andy sits down with acclaimed actor and comedian Steve Zahn, who has made Kentucky his home. They talk about rural life, Hollywood versus homegrown humor, and why he chose to raise his family outside of the hustle and bustle of LA in the Bluegrass State. Zahn shares stories from early acting...
On the 20th episode of the Andy Beshear Podcast (can you believe it!), Andy sits down with Harry Sisson ā a national political voice and a member of Gen Z whoās using social media to help more young people get informed and involved. š± Weāll talk about what drives him, what Gen Z cares about most, reaching young men, leveraging new platforms and how we can all do a better job bridging the generational gap.Ā
Next, Andy ...
On todayās brand-new episode, Governor Andy Beshear sits down with Kevin Nolan, President & CEO of GE Appliances, for a powerful conversation about some of Kentuckyās biggest economic development news of the year and how we can make sure more things are made in the USA ā plus some much-needed laundry tips from a real expert! š§ŗ
We hope it's a breath of fresh air. From job creation to community impact, this episode dive...
In the 18th episode of The Andy Beshear Podcast, Andy sits down with University of Louisville Menās Basketball Head Coach Pat Kelsey and Athletic Director Josh Heird (and fellow dads to teenage daughters) for a wide-ranging, candid and personal conversation about:
š Building character and culture on and off the court
š The blueprint for reinvigorating Louisville basketball
š The impact of social media on college athle...
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