Generally Assembled
Latest Episodes
We Have to Accomplish Something – Generally Assembled – 9-28-23
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper are back to discuss the legislation that has been achieved (or not) this year, the debate over education funding in PA, and Ryder Cup predictions.
Update from the Bunker - Generally Assembled – 7-20-23
Jason Gottesman and Mike Straub cover the latest in the PA budget stalemate, and how House Democrats are prioritizing political positioning over ensuring the future of our schools and state operations.
More than a Podcast - Generally Assembled – 6-23-23
Jason Gottesman and Jesse Topper discuss budget negotiations, the results of loose fiscal policy, and how Democrat planning has put the Commonwealth behind the 8-ball when it comes to passing a spending plan on time.
The Pendulum Will Swing - Generally Assembled – 6-15-23
Jason Gottesman and Jesse Topper talk about the difference between governing for show and taking responsibility for the Commonwealth’s finances and the prudence of acting for the present at the expense of the future; Also I-95 and transportation infrastru
Spending Like There’s No Tomorrow - Generally Assembled – 6-8-23
Jason Gottesman, Mike Straub and Jesse Topper talk about the Budget passed by House Democrats that would spell fiscal disaster for the Commonwealth, what should be done to address a shortage of teachers in PA, and golf merger news.
Getting Down to Business - Generally Assembled – 5-25-23
Jason Gottesman, Mike Straub and Jesse Topper talk about the politicization of House proceedings, and the upcoming responsibilities that lawmakers must concentrate on in the coming months. Also, hot golf takes.
Keystone Commitment to the People of PA - Generally Assembled – 5-12-23
Jason Gottesman and Mike Straub discuss a blueprint for the future of the Commonwealth – the Keystone Commitment. Tackling issues that matter to the people of PA.
Was There A Dunkin Discount? - Generally Assembled – 4-28-23
Jason Gottesman and Jesse Topper discuss how the Democrat-run House’s slow start is already exerting budget pressure, how the pandemic response has affected the labor market, and Jesse’s first “senior moment.”
The North Star of Education - Generally Assembled – 3-31-23
Jason Gottesman, Mike Straub, and Jesse Topper discuss how the Commonwealth must re-imagine our public education system to better serve students, and how this will affect budget negotiations; also – stories of learning to drive and baseball’s opening day.
Chasing the Game - Generally Assembled – 3-22-23
Jason Gottesman and Jesse Topper discuss the Education budget, what our priorities should be when it comes to schools, the World Baseball Classic and March Madness.