Rob Sand, Phil Weiser and Government That Actually Works

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. Sand’s 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 efficiency. They explore how Sand approaches accountability, why Iowa isn't what outsiders might expect, and how transparency in government matters now more than ever. He opens up about family life, growing up rural, his busy 100-townhalls-a-year schedule, and how he takes a little break from it all. Trust us, this is a race to watch next year. 👀

Then, Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser joins the podcast to talk about a whirlwind week in American politics. A first-generation American whose family survived the Holocaust, Weiser has built a career at the intersection of justice, democracy, technology, and public service. ⚖️ Andy and AG Weiser dig into the Trump administration’s decision to restrict SNAP benefits, his fight to protect AmeriCorps and why he believes justice must always be personal.

You don't want to miss this very special Ask Andy. 🤫 The Jo(h)ns interrogate Andy on his teenage fashion, his walkup song, alternate career paths and exclusive never-before-heard stories.

Three conversations, two very different states, one theme: leaders who believe government can and should work for people.

Tune in for brand new insights, raw honesty, and a few personal moments you won't hear anywhere else.

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