Beyond the Ballot

Beyond the Ballot

Beyond the Ballot brings Upper Michigan voters a full overview of what's developing in the political world— from D.C. to the U.P. TV6’s Brady Meyer covers each day’s political headlines, breaks down how decisions at the local, state, or national level could impact you at home, and takes you inside unedited conversations with state and community leaders and candidates. 
To submit questions or submit show suggestions, you can email Brady at bmeyer@wluctv6.com 
 
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 59

Brady is joined by Marquette County Clerk Linda Talsma to discuss the 2026 midterm primary election, and what it means looking ahead to November.

00:15:28
Aug 18, 2026 4:32 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 58

Brady continues his coverage of the Gwinn Area Community Schools’ bond proposal. 
Following a conversation with Superintendent Sara Croney, Brady is joined by the district’s Operations Director David Borrett. 

00:14:51
Aug 17, 2026 6:8 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 57

Gwinn Area Community Schools Superintendent Sara Croney joins Brady to discuss the district's upcoming bond proposal appearing on ballots this November.

00:22:05
Aug 13, 2026 3:42 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 56

Brady is joined by TV6 Wisconsin State Capital Bureau Chief Vanessa Kjeldsen to talk about the state’s upcoming primary election.

00:16:32
Aug 11, 2026 2:25 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 55

Brady is joined by Oakland County Circuit Court Judge Michael Warren. 
He discusses his campaign for Michigan Supreme Court. 

00:23:12
Aug 10, 2026 3:36 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 54

Brady recaps the results of the August 4 primary election, from statewide results down to individual community ballot proposals.

00:18:51
Aug 6, 2026 6:50 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 53

Brady introduces you to John James and Perry Johnson, the Republican candidates for Governor, ahead of the Aug. 4 primary election.

00:20:07
Aug 4, 2026 3:42 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 52

Brady brings you a double feature so you can hear from both Democratic candidates for Governor ahead of the primary election. 

00:26:30
Aug 3, 2026 3:10 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 51

Brady wraps up his coverage of the primary race for Michigan’s 1st Congressional District with a conversation with Democratic Candidate Wayne Stiles. 

00:20:09
Jul 31, 2026 2:4 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 50

Director of the Marquette County Department of Veterans Affairs Diana Dost discusses an upcoming millage on the August 4 ballot.

00:18:05
Jul 28, 2026 5:2 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 49

Ahead of the August Primary, Delta Area Transit Authority Executive Director John Stapleton joins Brady to discuss the upcoming millage affecting the organization.

00:17:00
Jul 27, 2026 1:35 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 48

Brady recaps his conversations with Cody Mayer and Karl Numinen, the candidates for Marquette County Commission District 1.

00:21:06
Jul 23, 2026 3:44 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 47

Brady is joined by Karl Numinen, who discusses his bid to remain on the Marquette County Commission. 

00:22:17
Jul 20, 2026 4:1 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 46

Marquette City Commissioner Cody Mayer joins Brady to discuss his run for the County Commission.

00:22:55
Jul 16, 2026 6:53 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 45

Brady Meyer recaps his conversations with the three candidates running for the district 3 seat on the Marquette County Commission. 

00:18:29
Jul 14, 2026 6:48 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 44

Brady is joined by Fred Benzie, Marquette County’s District 3 Commissioner. He discusses his campaign to continue serving in that role.

00:16:33
Jul 13, 2026 6:42 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 43

Brady is joined by Jenna Smith, who details her campaign for a seat on the Marquette County Commission ahead of the August primary election. 

00:17:28
Jul 9, 2026 4:50 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 42

Brady is joined by Randy Ritari to discuss his campaign for a seat on the Marquette County Commission.

00:18:35
Jul 7, 2026 2:46 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 41

Brady is joined by TV6's Julia Seitz to discuss a proposal from the US Postal Service that would have implications for absentee voters. 

00:09:19
Jul 3, 2026 8:30 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 40

Brady is joined by Michigan Supreme Court Justice and 2026 candidate Noah Hood. He discusses his campaign for election to the same seat he currently holds, following an appointment to the position by Governor Whitmer last year. 

00:14:59
Jul 2, 2026 7:10 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 39

Brady sits down with Democratic candidate Callie Barr to discuss her campaign for Michigan's First Congressional District, including what she believes has changed between her 2024 run and now. 

00:20:02
Jun 30, 2026 5:39 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 38

Brady is joined by Independent Candidate Zebulon Featherly to discuss his campaign for Michigan's 1st Congressional District.

00:17:43
Jun 29, 2026 5:55 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 37

Brady is joined by U.S. Congressman Jack Bergman, who details his re-election bid as he seeks a sixth term.

00:17:22
Jun 25, 2026 1:53 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 36

TV6 Brady Meyer sits down with Matthew DenOtter to talk about his campaign for Michigan's 1st Congressional District.

00:20:36
Jun 23, 2026 6:29 PM
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Beyond the Ballot
Beyond the Ballot - Ep 35

Brady introduces you to one of Michigan's Supreme Court Justice candidates running for re-election this year. 

00:12:55
Jun 19, 2026 8:30 PM
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