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In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we are joined by Kenny Stein, Vice President of Policy at the Institute for Energy Research, who talks about the challenges facing America's energy future, focusing on the issues surrounding wind and solar energy. While we touch on electric vehicles and the government's push for EV mandates, the conversation ce...



 

 



We're back with an update from Jim Magagna, Executive Vice President of the Wyoming Stock Growers Association. In this episode of Eye on the Issues, Jim provides a look into the BLM's Rock Springs Resource Management Plan and its impact on Wyoming ranchers. He explains how this 3.2 million-acre plan affects public land use, livestock grazing, and t...



 

 



In this important episode, we sit down with Tina Cordova, co-founder of the Tula Rosa Basin Downwinders Consortium, to discuss the critical lessons Wyoming can learn from New Mexico's experience with nuclear waste. As Wyoming considers becoming a storage site for out-of-state nuclear waste, Tina shares her personal testimony on the devastating heal...



 

 



In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sit down with Isaac Orr from Always On Energy Research to discuss the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and its regulations affecting Wyoming. Isaac explains how the Biden administration's policies, including stringent carbon dioxide emission standards and various other regulations, are targeting coal-fi...



 

 



We're back with another episode of Eye on the Issues, and this time, Richard Jones from Wyoming Citizens Against Normalization joins us again. For those unfamiliar with Richard, he joins us from the Cody, WY area. Richard has a fascinating background. His professional experience includes working as a research assistant and psychometrist in neuropsy...



 

 



Welcome to another episode of Eye on the Issues. In this interview, we sit down with Darin Westby, Director of the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT), to discuss the critical state of road funding in Wyoming and its impact on the state's infrastructure. Darin provides a candid look at WYDOT's challenges, particularly the significant...



 

 



Welcome to another episode of Eye on the Issues. In this episode, we sit down with Natrona County Coroner Jim Whipps to discuss the alarming suicide rates in Natrona County. Coroner Whipps shares insights into why these rates might be spiking, the impact of drug and alcohol abuse on suicides, and the crucial role of community involvement in prevent...



 

 



Welcome to another edition of Eye on the Issues! In episode 071, we sit down with Travis Deti, head of the Wyoming Mining Association, for an in-depth discussion on the recent legislative session in Wyoming and its impact on the mining industry. Travis shares insights on several key bills, including updates to blasting regulations and permitt...



 

 



Welcome to another episode of Eye on the Issues. Today, we're delving into the energy sector in Wyoming with Pete Obermueller, President of the Petroleum Association of Wyoming. Pete shares insights on the vital role of oil and gas in Wyoming's economy, detailing the industry's contributions to GDP, employment, and tax revenue. Discover how t...



 

 



In this episode, we hear about the business climate of Wyoming with Renny MacKay, head of the Wyoming Business Alliance. Renny shares his extensive background, from serving as Policy Director for Governor Mark Gordon to his role in communications for Governor Matt Mead. Now leading the Wyoming Business Alliance, Renny represents a diverse arr...



 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 









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**Wyoming Liberty Group**  
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