Welcome to Flyover Country with Scott Jennings. If you‘ve followed my commentary on tv or newspapers, you know I‘m a conservative — but sometimes I like to zig when everyone else is going to zag. You‘re going to hear podcast versions of my columns. You‘re going to hear me talk at length about some of the stuff we do on TV. You‘re also going to hear me talk to guests and other panels to have insightful conversations about the news. Most of the time though, you‘re just going to hear me giving you the news and giving you my commentary. I‘ll always tell you the truth, and I‘ll always be happy to engage with our listeners. Enjoy Flyover Country with Scott Jennings
Episodes
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
ROUNDTABLE: State of the Union Preview & Super Tuesday Recap
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
The not-so-highly-anticipated rematch between Biden and Trump got much closer on Tuesday night as they both dominated most states voting in the Super Tuesday primaries. On today's podcast the Flyover Country crew digs into Tuesday night's outcomes - and discuss which candidate is best setting themselves up for success. Can Trump pull more Biden voters than Biden can pick off disaffected Republicans? All of this comes on the heels of Biden's final State of the Union before the election. Plenty is at stake if he fails, but can he even pull of any sort of victory? We will see tonight! Join us!
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
ROUNDTABLE: McConnell Stepping Down as Senate GOP Leader
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
The political world was rocked Wednesday afternoon as longtime Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell announced he would be leaving his leadership position at the end of the year - ending a record breaking tenure for the Senator. A rock of the Senate for many decades, the stepping down of McConnell will create a massive power vacuum, as the GOP struggles with new winds within its party. On today's Flyover Country; Scott, Joe and Courtney reflect on the many years of leadership from McConnell, and though he has 2 years left (at least) in DC, discuss the things that will be changing. On today's podcast we talk McConnell, the future of the Senate and plenty on the Presidential race - join us!
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
INTERVIEW: Ashley Allison talks Biden, CNN and Growing up in Ohio
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
The CNN Flyover crew takes over the pod this week! The wonderful and talented Ashley Allison, a fellow Flyover Country native and CNN contributor joined us this week to break down all things Biden, Trump, 2024 and much much more. From Biden's strengths to his weaknesses and what he and the campaign must do to win, Ashley dives deep with us on her experiences and perspectives as a Democrat with the 2024 election rapidly approaching. And of course - she takes on the famous lightning round! Join us on this week's Flyover Country with Scott Jennings!
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
INTERVIEW: David Polyansky takes us Inside the DeSantis Campaign
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
On reelection night in 2022, Ron DeSantis looked primed to be the next GOP nominee for President. A resounding victory along with tough losses by Trump backed candidates seem to set him up to finally take down Trump. However, after waiting many months, and watching Trump regain his strength, the DeSantis campaign eventually fell flat. David Polyansky, a long-time GOP strategist, was the Deputy Campaign Director for DeSantis and joins us today to break down all the decisions, right or wrong, that the campaign made. From media to fundraisers and much more, David takes us behind the scenes of the campaign to reflect on the good and bad, as well as what might be next for the Florida Governor.
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
ROUNDTABLE: Trump Argues for Immunity as Border Deal Collapses
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Plenty going on in DC this week! Despite progress and bi-partisan support, a bill to deal with the Southern border, Ukraine and more fell apart this week as it appears pressure from Donald Trump was simply too much. Biden blames the "MAGA Republicans" for issues at the border, despite his administration's own failings and their claims that it is secure not long ago. Meanwhile, the former President continues to deal with his many legal troubles, this time arguing he deserves immunity for what he did (or didn't do?) as President. Lots going on and we are still many months away from the election! Join us!
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
ROUNDTABLE: Border Crisis Hits Boiling Point
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
With a lull in the primary season, all eyes have turned now to Congress and their hopes to pass some kind of bill to alleviate the country's border crisis. The politics of the situation have almost become bigger than the issue itself, as Biden weighs the re-election impact and Trump looks to stall any potential win for Biden. And the crises don't stop as tensions escalate with Iran, with the US losing 3 heroes this week. Can Biden pull things together and solve these major issues before election day? We discuss it all on this week's Flyover Country!
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
EMERGENCY POD: The GOP Primary Race is...Over?
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Nikki Haley may be claiming victory again, but after another true win for Donald Trump in New Hampshire, the GOP primary appears all but over. With millions spent in ads, Haley was still only able to post a 2nd place finish (of 2), receiving most of her support from Democrats and Independents. Trump however, dominated GOP voters, another sign of his strength over the party. So, where do we go from here? Is Haley done? Will Trump move on to a VP pick? The Flyover Country has it all covered on today's episode! Listen now!
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
ROUNDTABLE: Trump Rolls to Easy Victory in Iowa Caucuses
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Welcome to the party of Trump. Despite big spending from Haley and DeSantis, Donald Trump cruised to an easy victory on Monday in the Iowa Caucuses, garnering more than 50% of the vote, and winning all but one county. Of course, Haley and DeSantis have both claimed victory in their own way, but the GOP appears set on nominating Trump to take on Biden once again. On today's Flyover Country the crew gives some instant reaction to last night's outcomes, as well as some interesting exit polling on Republican voters. Next up, New Hampshire!
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
ROUNDTABLE: Live from Iowa, it’s DeSantis v. Haley
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Coming to us live from Des Moines, Scott breaks down last night's debate between Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley just days ahead of the Iowa Caucuses. With Trump firmly in the lead, can either of the two find their footing in Iowa or New Hampshire in the next few weeks? What might a win look like next week? On this week's Flyover Country Scott, Joe and Jared recap the performances and discuss just how much these debate may matter come Tuesday. Join us now!
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
SPECIAL: Scott Jennings joins Inside the Newsroom with Josh Kraushaar
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
Welcome to the Iowa Caucus week! After months and months of speculation, votes will soon finally be cast in the GOP primary for President, and to help break it all down our own Scott Jennings joined Josh Kraushaar on the 'Inside the Newsroom' podcast this week. Thanks to our friend Josh and the folks at Jewish Insider for doing a little cross-promotion this week with everything going on! Listen now and tune in tonight to CNN to hear more from Scott.