Joel Heitkamp
He is an multi-award winning talk show host both regionally and nationally. Before radio, he served in the North Dakota Senate from 1995-2008.
Appears in 61 Episodes
Connecting Rural and Urban: Technology, Stories, and Sensible Gun Control
Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Hot Dish, comfort food for middle America. We've curated a rich and thoughtful discussion to explore key issues impactin...
How Religion Will Impact The Election
Welcome back to another thought-provoking episode of The Hot Dish, where we dive deep into the heart of America’s rural and small-town landscapes. In this very special...
Hearing Rural Voices: How Deep Canvassing Can Change Politics
Welcome back to another thought-provoking episode of The Hot Dish, where we dive deep into the heart of America’s rural and small-town landscapes. Today, we are honore...
VP Debate Review with Chuck Corra
It's a bonus episode of The Hot Dish! Today Joel and Heidi review the Vice Presidential Debate with Chuck Corra of the Appodclachia podcast.You'll gain a comprehensive...
The Decline of Trump's Popularity
Welcome back to another episode of The Hot Dish, where we dive deep into the heart of America’s rural and small-town landscapes.Former Missouri Senator, Claire McCaski...
Presidential Debate: Fishing for Trump!
In this special BONUS episode, Heidi and Joel are joined by former Congressman, Senator, and Ambassador Joe Donnelly of Indiana to review the Presidential Debate betwe...
Winning the Rural Vote with Jim Hightower
Welcome back to The Hot Dish, where we dive deep into the heart of America’s rural and small-town landscapes.In this episode, Heidi sits down with the renowned Texas A...
Rural Americans Have A Voice At The DNC
Welcome back to The Hot Dish. In this episode, we’re bringing you a variety of insightful conversations that shine a light on some of the most pressing issues facing r...
Democrats Takeover Chicago: Inside Look at the 2024 DNC
Welcome back to another enlightening episode of The Hot Dish, where we explore the pulse of middle America and the issues that matter most to its people. In this episo...
Navigating the 2024 Election Shifts
Welcome to another exciting episode of The Hot Dish, comfort food for middle America. We've lined up an engaging and insightful discussion of the latest political shif...
Republicans Speak Out Against Trump
Please note: This episode was recorded before the assassination attempt against former President Trump last weekend. It contains honest, authentic criticism of Preside...
Addressing Addiction in Rural America
Welcome back to another episode of The Hot Dish, where we explore the trials and triumphs within America’s rural and small-town communities. In today's episode, we're ...
How Accurate are Political Polls?
Welcome back to another illuminating episode of The Hot Dish, where we dig into the core of rural progress and the pivotal issues shaping our small-town communities. T...
The Crossroads and Backroads of America
Welcome back to another captivating episode of The Hot Dish, where we journey into the crossroad and backroads of America's rural and small-town landscapes.Lucas and E...
Turning the Tide on Gun Legislation
Welcome back to another inspiring episode of The Hot Dish, where we delve into the pressing issues shaping America's rural and small-town communities. Our hosts, Heidi...
The Value of Voting FOR (not Against)
Welcome to a compelling new episode of The Hot Dish, where today's discussion magnifies the vital role of rural America in our nation’s fabric and the pressing issues ...
How A Democrat Won in Alabama
Welcome to an especially stirring episode of The Hot Dish, as we probe an astonishing political turn in a traditionally red state. This week, we're excited to bring to...
America's Hunger Paradox: Tackling Food Scarcity in the Land of Plenty
Welcome back to another stirring installment of The Hot Dish, where we unwrap the complex layers of issues that hit close to home for America's heartland communities. ...
Connecting with Rural Americans
In this compelling episode of The Hot Dish, we're dishing out a hearty serving of insight into the pulse of America's rural heartland, exploring perspectives on politi...
Entrepreneurship in the Heartland with Steve Case
Welcome to a riveting session of The Hot Dish, where we dissect complex themes of American governance, innovation, and community vitality with a particular lens on rur...