In this episode of Town Talks Live – The Podcast, host Joan VonDras sits down with Susan Finn, a familiar face from Joan's recent campaign for Congress and an important member of the team that helped bring the campaign to life.

Susan played a key role in Joan's congressional campaign, bringing her dedication, research skills, and passion for making a difference to the effort. Now, she's continuing that commitment as part of the Town Talks Live team!

As a researcher and guest recruiter for the podcast, Susan helps identify interesting people, explore important issues, and bring fresh perspectives to the conversations that matter.

Joan and Susan discuss their experiences working together, the importance of staying engaged beyond election season, and their shared enthusiasm for building Town Talks Live into a platform for thoughtful discussions about people, policy, and the issues shaping our communities.

Campaigns may end, but the relationships, ideas, and commitment to making a difference continue.

Town Talks Live – People • Policy • Publications

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Early voting is underway in Missouri, and the November 3 election is about more than the candidates on the ballot.

In this episode of Town Talks LIVE, Joan VonDras sits down with Elizabeth Sparks-Holmes, former Republican congressional candidate in Missouri's 2nd District, for a conversation about the ballot measures facing Missouri voters and why understanding these issues matters.

From reproductive rights and citizen-led ballot initiatives to congressional redistricting and state government, Missouri voters will be making decisions that could shape the state's future for years to come.

Joan and Elizabeth bring different political backgrounds to the conversation, but share a commitment to informed voters, thoughtful discussion, and civic engagement.

Early voting has started. Before you cast your ballot, take time to understand the issues and what your vote means.

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People, Policy & Publications Shaping the Conversation.

In this episode of Town Talks Live, Joan sits down with Cathy "Cat" Summers, a candidate for Missouri House District 94, to discuss her remarkable personal journey, the challenges facing Missouri families, and what inspired her to seek public office.

Drawing on her own experiences with vulnerability and hardship, Cat discusses why she believes government has a responsibility to protect people, strengthen communities, and create opportunities for future generations.

Joan and Cat explore resilience, public service, community safety, and the importance of listening to those whose voices often go unheard.