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Big Knockers: Tales from the Porch

Big Knockers: Tales from the Porch

By: Melissa McKinley & Greg VanWoerkom
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This podcast is an audio diary of the greatest stories from the campaign trail. Knocking doors in support of a candidate or an issue is a critical part of a campaign’s success. The process inevitably leads to some wild experiences for the door knockers!

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Episodes
  • Hey Babe!

    Hey Babe!
    Mar 27 2024

    State Representative Greg VanWoerkom and Melissa McKinley chat with Sen. Joe Bellino about the many uses of the word “Babe”, when to enter a house, and maybe some felons! Join us as we continue to this crazy journey of what happens while door knocking!


    Be sure to send in your door knocking stories to talesfromtheporch@gmail.com!
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    17 mins
  • Are you Smarter than a 5th Grader?

    Are you Smarter than a 5th Grader?
    Mar 13 2024

    State Representative Greg VanWoerkom and Melissa McKinley talk to long time legislative staffer, Fred Schaible. From foul to geography, it’s amazing what you will learn by campaigning. Join us on this crazy adventure with Freddie Boom Boom!


    Be sure to send in your door knocking stories to talesfromtheporch@gmail.com!
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    27 mins
  • Laughter is the Best Medicine

    Laughter is the Best Medicine
    Mar 6 2024

    State Representative Greg VanWoerkom and Melissa McKinley laugh with the hilarious State Representative Sarah Lightner and her trusty sidekick, Angela Kidder. Door knocking can definitely be dangerous and well hilarious at the same time. This episode will keep you laughing!

    Be sure to send in your door knocking stories to talesfromtheporch@gmail.com!
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    20 mins
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