

Fiscal Conservatism & Common Sense for the Massachusetts Treasurer’s Office with Elizabeth Dionne
In this week’s episode of Political Contessa, Jennifer welcomes Elizabeth Dionne, a relentless reformer, attorney, and former chair of the Belmont Select Board with proven leadership, financial, and legal expertise. Elizabeth is running for Massachusetts State Treasurer, bringing a history of…

Kendall Qualls - Minnesota Candidate for Governor Tackles Fraud, ICE Protests, and Education Reform Final
In this week’s episode of Political Contessa, Jennifer welcomes back her friend, Kendall Qualls, a business entrepreneur, Army veteran, and candidate for governor of Minnesota. This episode is a clarion call for civil discourse around education, governance, and community values. Kendall's vision fo…

Paul Craney Asks, "Is Net Zero Just Politician Speak for Zero Dollars Left in Your Pocket?"
In this week’s episode, Jennifer welcomes Paul Craney, Executive Director of the Mass Fiscal Alliance Foundation. Paul is known for his relentless advocacy on fiscal responsibility, governmental transparency, and energy policy throughout Massachusetts and the broader New England region. Leading …

News of the Day from a Crazy Blue State
In this week’s episode, Jennifer takes center stage. Jennifer is an experienced attorney and political strategist, known for her leadership as former Chairwoman of the Massachusetts Republican Party and as the founder of Pocketbook Project. Jennifer has built her career championing conservati…

Encore Episode: Moving Forward Together Demanding Civility and Diversity of Thought in Politics
In this week's episode, Jennifer discusses the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk and the troubling responses that followed on social and mainstream media. She dives into the alarming increase of hate speech, the breakdown of respectful discourse, and the pressing need for adults and leaders t…

Why Are Schools More Interested in Sex Toys Than Algebra? with Adrianne Simeone & Anne Brensley
In this week’s episode, Jennifer welcomes Ann Brensley, candidate for Lieutenant Governor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and Adrienne Simeone, founder of the Mama Bear Effect nonprofit and a mother of four. Ann Brensley is recognized for her focus on parental involvement and educationa…

Rethinking Feminism and Gender Through Evolutionary Science with Marc Defant
In this week’s episode, Jennifer welcomes Professor Marc Defant from the University of South Florida. Marc is a renowned geology and geochemistry professor specializing in the study of volcanoes, the geochemistry of volcanic rocks, and mantle processes. With decades of experience researching …

Susan Molinari & Beth Brooke of Women Drive, Too Leading the Campaign to Mandate Female Crash Test Dummies
In this week’s episode, Jennifer welcomes Susan Molinari and Beth Brooke to dive into the shocking disparities and outdated standards in the way car safety is measured for women in the United States. They reveal that despite decades of progress, female crash test dummies are still largely abse…

From Hand Gestures to Headaches, I’m Celebrating 200 Political Contessa Episodes of WTF Moments Final
In this week’s episode, Jennifer celebrates a major milestone as she marks her 200th episode. Jennifer is a political strategist, attorney, and founder of the Pocketbook Project, an organization dedicated to supporting women who run for office and empowering conservative women to have their voices …

Encore Episode: Who Needs a King When We Have Congress Final
In this week’s episode, Jennifer tackles the ongoing government shutdown and its wide-ranging impact, sharply criticizing Democratic leadership for leveraging struggling families as political pawns. She highlights actions taken by Republican lawmakers to help their communities during the crisis, wh…