#530 | Madison County Budget 2026 Update! | The Political Spotlight

September 24th, 2025  |  2 hrs 34 mins

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We've reviewed the 2026 budget processes for Muncie and Delaware County. Now, let's take a look at what's happening in Madison County, with a focus on their 2026 budget. Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey welcomes contributing correspondent Dr. Katherine Callahan to the show to discuss it! #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#529 | It's Going to Be Tight! | The Political Spotlight

September 23rd, 2025  |  2 hrs 4 mins

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The 2026 budget processes for both the City of Muncie and Delaware County, Indiana, are nearing completion, and it's going to be tight. Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses the issues related to the processes happening in both Muncie and Delaware County. #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#528 | How Do We Keep Them Engaged? | The Political Spotlight

September 22nd, 2025  |  1 hr 47 mins

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey reviews two emails from Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour to the Muncie City Council about the 2026 Budget Process. Bilbrey believes the emails highlight a larger issue. Then, Bilbrey pulls up an article from the New Castle Courier-Times and reads their summary of the end of the federal lawsuit between Bilbrey and Henry County Sheriff John M. Sproles. Finally, everyone is talking about how there's "something in the air." It seems like more people are waking up to what's happening in our "political world" — but this has happened before, so Bilbrey asks, "How do we keep them engaged?" #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#527 | It's OK to Be Confused! | The Political Spotlight

September 21st, 2025  |  1 hr 38 mins

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey has returned from his holiday. While he enjoyed it, he doesn’t feel reset and senses that he’s waiting for the other shoe to drop. Bilbrey discusses the recent increase in violence in Muncie and Indianapolis. He’s disappointed that there’s little discussion about it in Muncie. He also covers the upcoming busy week before touching on the uneasy feelings many are sharing right now, all across the nation. Bilbrey reminds the audience that it's okay to be confused! #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#526 | Madison County's Plan to: MAX THE TAX! | The Political Spotlight

September 18th, 2025  |  1 hr 33 mins

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Contributing correspondent Dr. Katherine Callahan guest hosts for Kristopher H. Bilbrey, who is away on holiday!

Katherine will be examining the Madison County Government's plan to MAX THE TAX on all of their citizens!

If you live in Madison County, Indiana, or if you're a citizen interested in government and politics... then this is an episode you won't want to miss! #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#525 | Bullying Bullies, and the Bullied Bulls they Bull and Katherine! | The Political Spotlight

September 17th, 2025  |  2 hrs 10 mins

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey is on autopilot as he prepares for his big holiday break. So, he called Dr. Katherine Callahan to help Producer Kate keep everything on track. The show focuses on bullies and bullying in politics. Additionally, this episode sets the stage for part two, where Katherine will guest-host in Episode 526. #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#524 | Solar Ordinance Delay & Voter List Fiasco! | The Political Spotlight

September 15th, 2025  |  2 hrs 1 min

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey summarizes the Delaware County Commissioners’ meeting, where the Solar Ordinance was tabled yet again.

From there, Bilbrey then shifts his focus to Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales, who recently provided the federal government with the personal information of 5 million registered voters from Indiana. Of course, Bilbrey is upset about that.

And finally, Bilbrey gives a shoutout to superfan “Bluestate49.” #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#523 | Out of the Box, No Turning Back! | The Political Spotlight

September 14th, 2025  |  1 hr 53 mins

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey previews a busy week of upcoming public meetings in Muncie, Delaware County, and other parts of east central Indiana. #ThePoliticalSpotlight

Bilbrey also shares his thoughts on where America stands following the tragic events of last week. Additionally, Bilbrey discusses his stance on people saying horrible things about the death of Charlie Kirk.

Bilbrey is a First Amendment purist, and his views on this matter clearly show that!

#522 | Extradition Waived! & A Killer Caught! | The Political Spotlight

September 12th, 2025  |  2 hrs 37 mins

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey shares the latest on the arrest of former Madison County Councilor Steven Sumner, who is BACK in the Madison County jail. He also updates on the Charlie Kirk assassination investigation. It's been a long, emotional week. Tune in for top-tier political commentary with friends. #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#521 | The Death of Intelligence! | The Political Spotlight

September 10th, 2025  |  1 hr 39 mins

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey reports the heartbreaking news that political commentator Charlie Kirk was shot and killed earlier today, Wednesday, September 10, 2025, while participating in a political discussion event at Utah Valley University. Bilbrey shares the limited information currently available, along with his thoughts on the incident. #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#520 | Wanted Fugitive From Madison County Steven Sumner — CAPTURED! | The Political Spotlight

September 9th, 2025  |  1 hr 49 mins

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses the arrest of wanted fugitive Steven Sumner from Madison County, Indiana. Former Madison County Councilor Steven Sumner was wanted on 18 charges related to serious sex crimes against children. #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#519 | September 8, 2025 - Muncie City Council Meeting Review! | The Political Spotlight

September 8th, 2025  |  2 hrs 12 mins

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey reviews and gives his commentary on the Muncie, Indiana, City Council meeting from Monday, September 8, 2025. #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#518 | Come One Come All to the Muncie City Council Mtg (Monday 09.08.25)! | The Political Spotlight

September 7th, 2025  |  1 hr 48 mins

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey stresses the importance of Muncie residents attending the upcoming city council meeting scheduled for Monday, September 8, 2025. He also updates on the Muncie "Till-Pond" project and the arrests made at a Town Hall meeting held in Warrick County by Indiana's Lt. Governor, Micah Beckwith, on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#517 | The City of Muncie’s Continuing Struggle With Transparency! | The Political Spotlight

September 5th, 2025  |  1 hr 59 secs

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey, while not 100% is on the mend but in a bad mood due to Muncie politics being Muncie politics. Bilbrey dives into Muncie’s second Finance Committee meeting — the one that wasn’t live-streamed, yet may have been the most important of all. Just more of the same in Muncie! #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#516 | City of Muncie 2026 Budget Review! | The Political Spotlight

September 2nd, 2025  |  2 hrs 21 mins

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey reviews the proposed 2026 budget for the City of Muncie, Indiana. He questions how Muncie can have the same council that presents different outcomes on the same issue. He informs the audience about a controversial resolution (16-25) ahead of the upcoming Council meeting on September 8, 2025. And surprise, there is more email drama with the councilors. #ThePoliticalSpotlight

#515 | Happy Labor Day 2025! | The Political Spotlight

August 31st, 2025  |  1 hr 14 mins

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It's Labor Day 2025 Weekend... and Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey pops on to tell the audience HAPPY LABOR DAY! #ThePoliticalSpotlight