New Hampshire Journal

Republican Anthony DiLorenzo is on the NHJournal podcast talking about the state of the race in New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District. DiLorenzo is seeking the GOP nomination, but he has plenty to say about the leadership (or lack thereof) in both parties. DiLorenzo also talks to NHJournal host Michael Graham about Trump's Iran policy, and highlighted his business experience, having "created over 1,000 jobs."Then nationally-known GOP consultant Rick Wiley and Granite State comms pro Alicia Preston Xanthopolous are ready for some "Rank Punditry" talking NH politics and the 2026 campaign season.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles of Nashua. Want to support NHJournal? Click here!

Andy Volinsky, policy advocate and author pushing school funding reform, argues for a 3% income tax and explains his NHTaxSavingsCalculator. Jim Merrill, GOP strategist, and James Pindell, longtime political reporter, join for punchy political analysis. They debate funding fairness, the 3-3 plan, state versus local control, Claremont rulings, and the NH political landscape in short, lively segments.

David Paleologos is the director of the Suffolk University Political Research Center (SUPRC), where he has worked since 2002 conducting statewide polls and bellwether survey analyses. And despite the dour view of 2026 held by NHJournal podcast host Michael Graham, Paleologos says there's still hope for the GOP in 2026.In particular, he sees an opportunity for the NHGOP to break its federal election losing streak in a Chris Pappas v John E. Sununu U.S. Senate race. (Of course, Sununu still has to get past a feisty Scott Brown in the GOP primary.)Then it's a terrific education of "Rank Punditry!" featuring veteran GOP operative Chuck McGee of Spectrum Marketing, and AFP's Greg Moore.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles of Nashua.

John E. Sununu, former U.S. senator and Republican Senate candidate, discusses national security, Iran policy, and energy priorities. Dave Carney, veteran GOP strategist, shares his Top 10 Rules of Politics. Matthew Bartlett, GOP operative and commentator, reviews the rules and weighs in on New Hampshire political strategy. Short, pointed conversations on DHS funding, Iran objectives, campaign tactics, and voter outreach.

Rep. Brian Cole (R-Manchester) is a tireless advocate for expanding nuclear power in New Hampshire, and he's made energy policy the central plank of his campaign for U.S. Congress. In this edition of the NHJournal podcast, he talks about the realistic timeline for bringing new nuclear technology on line. He also talks about the U.S. war on Iran and Trump's impact on the November elections.Also, instead of the weekly serving of "Rank Punditry" on NH politics, it's "Pundit-Palooza!" We asked a half dozen politically-active people to give their quick takes on how 2026 is shaping up:U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa)Republican strategist Mike DennehyNH Home Builders' CEO Matt MayberryNHFRW President Christine PetersFormer GOP U.S. Senate candidate Vikram MansharamaniGOP media professional Chuck McGeePS-- The episode kicks off with a cameo appearance from former Executive Councilor Andru Volinksy.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles of Nashua.Click here to support NHJournal!

Hollie Noveletsky, steel business owner and Republican NH-1 candidate, argues for tariffs, energy fixes, and putting Americans first. Bill O'Brien, former NH House speaker and attorney, offers legal and political context. Scott Spradling, communications pro, breaks down messaging and campaign impact. They debate tariffs, manufacturing’s return, energy costs, the Pappas SOTU refusal, and the politics of ICE and school funding.

Christian Urrutia, one of the Democrats running in the NH01 primary, joins NHJournal Managing Editor Michael Graham to talk about his race, the issues that motivate him, and why Stefany Shaheen's candidacy doesn't "meet the moment."Then, NH political veterans Alicia Preston Xanthopoulos (aka "The Notorious APX") and Patrick Hynes talk about the latest round of rumors that Cinde Warmington really is getting into the governor's race this time. Plus: Is NH getting redder or bluer?Sponsored by Stackpole Books' "Witness to War: The Story of the Civil War Told By Those Who Lived It."

He may not have President Donald Trump's endorsement, but Republican Scott Brown isn't bailing on his hopes to be the next U.S. Senator. That starts with winning the primary over Trump's pick, Republican John E. Sununu.In this wide-ranging interview, Brown talks about how he views the endorsement, the current state of the race, and why he believes the grassroots will be with him in September, not Sununu.Also on the podcast: Rank punditry, provided by Drew Cline of the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy, and Periklis Karoutas of Legislative Solutions.Hosted by NHJournal's Managing Editor Michael Graham.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles of Nashua.

Scott Maltzie may be an accidental chairman of the New Hampshire Republican Party, but he’s got a message for friends and foes alike:He’s not going anywhere. On the NHJournal podcast, he tells Managing Editor Michael Graham he wants to build "the best damn party in the country," and he lays out his vision for how to do it. Maltzie also discusses his (ahem) unorthodox path to the chairman's job and his plans for the future.Also on the pod: Veteran strategists Michael Dennehy and Matthew Bartlett on the current state of New Hampshire politics, and why the race for NH governor may already be over.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles of Nashua.

U.S. Attorney for New Hampshire Erin Creegan calls the Granite State the “tip of the spear” when it comes to new tactics in election fraud and campaign-related crimes.Creegan made her remarks during an exclusive New Hampshire Journal podcast interview with managing editor Michael Graham. The wide-ranging conversation covered issues ranging from the decline in fentanyl deaths to fraud investigations stretching from Minnesota to Maine.Also on the podcast: The Boston Globe's James Pindell and veteran GOP strategist Jim Merrill on the current state of the two political parties, and what 2028 might look like for the New Hampshire FITN primary.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles of Nashua.