The Political Spotlight - Episodes Tagged with “Indiana Elections”

#760 | Friday, October 30, 2026 | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, & Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight) — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the 760th episode of The Political Spotlight, broadcasting LIVE on this special Friday night, October 30, 2026!

Normally, Fridays are off nights around here, but after missing Thursday night's show, we're making it up—with only THREE MORE WAKE-UPS until the 2026 midterm election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

And since it's been nearly two months since everyone's favorite doctor to love, hate, hate to love, or love to hate appeared on the program, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey figured there was no better time to bring Dr. Katherine Callahan back into the spotlight.

Bilbrey and Callahan discuss what she has cooking in her neck of the woods, where things stand with just days to go before the BIG VOTE, and everything else happening in Indiana politics as Election Day approaches.

And, of course, they return to one of the best political philosophies in the state of Indiana:

"It's better to be a Republican in bad standing than to stand with a bad Republican!"

Bilbrey and Callahan dive into it all—politics, candidates, party loyalty, accountability, Election Day, and whatever else comes up.

You will NOT want to miss this episode. That is a promise!

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VIDEO version of Ep 760: https://youtube.com/live/90ZhkAqdaZc

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Special Guest: Dr. Katherine Callahan.

#757 | Monday, October 26, 2026 | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, & Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey is back in the studio after attending the AMA/Data Center Town Hall in Delaware County.

(The event was livestreamed here on The Political Spotlight; those interested can watch the Town Hall event here: https://youtube.com/live/4JZJL0EfTPw . . .)

In this 757th episode of The Political Spotlight, Bilbrey examines what happened at the AMA/Data Center Town Hall.

— Where does everything stand?

— Were any new details learned?

— What questions remain unanswered?

— And, most importantly, what happens next?

With the 2026 midterm general election just over a week away, Bilbrey has MAJOR concerns about Hoosiers who have requested mail-in ballots.

If you have requested an absentee ballot by mail in Indiana, you will want to hear this discussion.

This is an IMPORTANT topic you will not want to miss!

Lastly, Bilbrey has an update on his request for records related to the Muncie Police body camera footage of the officer who shot a dog that was acting aggressively.

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VIDEO version of Ep 757: https://youtube.com/live/jN_0LDuf5R0

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#755 | Thursday, October 22, 2026 | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, & Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:00:00 -0400

In this 755th episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey covers a bizarre assortment of political and governmental oddities from across Indiana.

Frankly, it's almost too weird—and too pathetic—to mention, yet here we are!

From allegations that one Muncie Police officer ran a person over while another shot a dog for no reason, to the half-assed attempt at the Indiana Secretary of State's Candidates Debate, to a legal showdown between a small school corporation and the big, bad boogey bill known as Senate Enrolled Act 1 (formerly SB1), to breaking news out of Indianapolis that several attorneys have left the Indiana ACLU, and you'll never believe why. There is no shortage of BS!

Bilbrey also offers a word of caution about the "Hoosier Enquirer" and its owner and head AI copy-and-paste'er, Gabe Whitley. This is cropping up because several people locally seem to be using his "AI slop machine" to gather information. Bilbrey just wants everyone to be forewarned!

Nothing is off the table in this episode. There is a lot to cover... so let's get to it, then!

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VIDEO version of Ep 755: https://youtube.com/live/3E_f8aka-IY

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#732 | Sunday, September 13, 2026 | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, & Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey looks ahead to a busy week in local politics — starting with the Muncie City Council meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026.

Bilbrey previews what to expect, shares his thoughts on several issues likely to shape the meeting, and offers a broader look at the current state of Muncie City Council leadership.

How will the council conduct itself during the meeting?

How will current leadership address the issues at hand?

What should citizens expect from the council as the budget season and the city's day-to-day operations continue?

Only time will tell!

From there, Bilbrey turns to the ongoing issues involving Delaware Township Trustee Denise Thornburg and Attorney John Brooke.

A lot is going on in Delaware Township, and Bilbrey breaks down the latest developments, the personalities involved, the broader questions about local government, legal strategy, and accountability, and how strange the situation has been.

Then the show heads south to Henry County, where Bilbrey offers commentary on the two sheriff candidates and what voters should watch for as the race unfolds.

Finally, as election season rapidly approaches, Bilbrey begins outlining how The Political Spotlight plans to cover candidates from across the region and beyond.

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VIDEO version of Ep 732: https://youtube.com/live/gwP1CcKMZ2M

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#729 | Tuesday, September 08, 2026 | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, & Brandon Rudd (The Political Spotlight) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey is back from the Labor Day 2026 holiday for the 729th episode of The Political Spotlight!

The program gets back on track as the 2026 general election season approaches; there's work to be done concerning the election and all the insanity in local, state, and national government.

Bilbrey begins with a look at the City of Muncie's proposed 2027 budget and the ongoing Delaware County Budget meetings. This is just a teaser, as a more in-depth episode is coming.

Also, as another teaser, Bilbrey again mentions the McKinley Neighborhood ordeal currently underway in Muncie. As he has always known, this is going to be a bigger story than it has already been made out to be.

From there, Bilbrey turns to Henry County, where he has heard of another concerning situation involving a former employee of the Henry County Sheriff's Office.

The conversation then shifts to candidates, campaigns, and political behavior.

Bilbrey wants people to understand what they need to know before they file to run for public office. It seems like many don't fully understand the responsibilities that come with becoming a candidate and, if elected, a public servant.

That discussion includes the latest round of craziness involving Randy Howard and what his behavior says about candidates, campaigns, and the people who decide to put their names on the ballot.

Finally, Bilbrey heads west to Madison County, where tonight's County Council meeting became heated — giving us one more example of why local government deserves far more attention than it usually receives.

Episode 729 is a bit of a catch-all:

Muncie budgets. Delaware County government. Henry County concerns. Candidates behaving badly. Randy Howard. Madison County politics.

As election season 2026 comes into focus, The Political Spotlight is back on track and moving onward and upward.

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VIDEO version of Ep 729: https://youtube.com/live/R2hVEciBVvc

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