The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky provides a unique insight into politics, policies, and news of the day by injecting humor, personal stories, and blunt analysis of the political environment – all with a refreshing and entertaining perspective. While Michael Brodkorb is no stranger to sharing his analysis and commentary about politics on both sides of the aisle, Becky Scherr has spent the last decade working behind the scenes. She will take a new opportunity to share a unique view – and serve as the podcast's co-host. michaelbrodkorb.substack.com

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky is a news podcast hosted by Michael Brodkorb, with 218 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Michael Brodkorb hosts The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, a news show with 218 episodes published.

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  Episode #156

  A Break Down on the GOP's Post-Convention Chaos

  Jun 5, 20261h 37mS4

  <p>Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb are joined by GOP strategist Preya Samsundar to break down the MN DFL and GOP state conventions. They recap Senator Amy Klobuchar’s first-ballot DFL Senate endorsement and discuss the DFL’s comparatively quiet governor and U.S. Senate activity, including Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan’s endorsement push.</p><p>The focus shifts to the chaotic MN GOP convention: Adam Schwarze wins the Senate endorsement on the sixth ballot, while the governor endorsement stretches to 10 ballots with a voting anomaly, a revote, and a prolonged delay before Kendall Qualls secures the endorsement.</p><p>Becky...

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  Episode #155

  A Break Down on the GOP and DFL Conventions

  May 28, 20261h 1mS4

  <p>Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb are joined by DFL strategist Will Davis to preview Minnesota’s GOP convention in Duluth and the DFL convention in Rochester, offering predictions on endorsements, ballot counts, and potential fireworks.</p><p>They discuss the MN GOP governor’s race, including the field of Lisa Demuth, Kendall Qualls, Mike Lindell, and Patrick Knight; Lindell's residency questions; possible running-mate scenarios; whether a late Trump endorsement could reshape the race; and expected disputes over using clickers versus paper ballots.</p><p>For the GOP U.S. Senate endorsement, the hosts predict Adam Schwarze over Michele Tafoya and...

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  Episode #154

  A Break Down on the Session End, Guns, and Fraud

  May 22, 202658 minS4

  <p>Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb recap Minnesota’s just-ended 2026 legislative session, which concluded on time with a relatively quiet compromise, including an HCMC bailout with broader hospital funding, car tab and property tax relief, anti-fraud measures highlighted by a new Office of Inspector General, and a $1.2 billion bonding bill. They also note what failed to pass, including sports betting, new taxes, and several progressive priorities.</p><p>They discuss how voters may view the session’s outcome, the political implications for both parties, and whether Senator Amy Klobuchar’s gubernatorial run influenced a drama-free finish. The hosts then break down g...

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  Episode #153

  A Break Down on Klobuchar's Fraud Plan, Moderate Brand

  May 15, 20261h 10mS4

  <p>Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb return after Michael’s week off due to health issues before breaking down Sen. Amy Klobuchar’s first major gubernatorial campaign rollout: a Sunday St. Paul press conference and “Get Results and Make Government Accountable” anti-fraud agenda, framed as a break from the status quo and a prosecutor-led push for oversight and jail time in major cases.</p><p>They compare Klobuchar’s approach with the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention & State Agency Oversight Committee's detailed report and debate whether Republicans can translate dense findings into voter-friendly messaging, including how the issue may affect down-ballot races. </p...

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  Episode #152

  A Break Down on GOP Forums, Fraud, and Political Violence

  May 1, 20261h 17mS4

  <p>Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb sit down with former Minnesota Rep. Dennis Smith, now chair of the Republican Party of Minnesota’s Elephant Club. Smith reflects on his legislative record working across the aisle, a brief run for attorney general, and what it takes to build a Republican Party capable of winning statewide again.</p><p>Smith breaks down the Elephant Club’s donor events, what he’s hearing from Republican contributors, and why he believes the GOP needs a broader tent to compete in Minnesota. He also walks through his candidate-driven Zoom forums featuring five GOP gubernatorial hopefuls, the co...

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