Political Trade Secrets: Winning Campaigns | Elections

On Political Trade Secrets we take an inside look at campaigns and politics. We pull back the curtain, look under the hood and investigate how good candidates run for office and win elections. Each week on our free podcast we’ll offer some of the best insight into politics, campaigns and elections – with big name guests and key insider information into the world of running for office and political campaigns.

David Flaherty P2: How to Conduct & Effectively Use Polls

Aug 31, 2015

This week we continue our conversation with Republican pollster, David Flaherty, in Part 2 of our Polling 101 series.

In Part 2, we go further in depth on polling and survey research and how it can help you win your election. We discuss what a good polling plan looks like and the important work that is required of...

David Flaherty P1: Pollster Lays Out How Polling Works

Aug 27, 2015

This week, we present Part 1 of our Polling 101 series with Republican Pollster, David Flaherty, President of Magellan Strategies.

In Part 1, David Flaherty lays out everything you could possibly want to know about how polls are conducted, how to effectively use them, and what can be done to meet the challenges facing...

Joe Fuld Answers "Are you ready to run?" & Explains How to Become a Political Consultant

Aug 24, 2015

This week, we have a fascinating conversation with Joe Fuld, Democrat General Consultant and President of The Campaign Workshop, where we help candidates answer the question “Are You Ready to Run?” and give young political operatives great advice on how they can make political consulting their career.

Joe Fuld is a...

Barney Keller: A Day in the Life of a Communications Director

Aug 20, 2015

This week, we have a fascinating conversation about communications and the press with Barney Keller, Executive Vice President of Jamestown Associates and former Communications Director for the Club for Growth. Barney is known for working well with the press and helping his clients effectively present their narrative...

Lee Vasche P2: How to Successfully Petition on the Ballot

Aug 17, 2015

Welcome to Political Trade Secrets, where we take an inside look at campaigns and politics. In Part 2 of our conversation with Lee Vasche, the founder of the Signature Gathering Company of Oregon reveals how to successfully petition on the ballot.

Lee details the common pitfalls candidates and initiatives fall into and...