The Volpe Report Podcast
The Volpe Report is a weekly public affairs podcast hosted by Chuck Volpe that discusses various topics and issues such as economic recovery, the opioid crisis, legislative initiatives, and elections. Volpe's Views are Chuck Volpe's concise and focused take on critical matters. The show and the views aim to provide a public service to inform, educate, and provoke participation in the public arena.
Episodes
95 episodes
U.S. HOUSE MAJORITY LEADER SCALISE COMES TO VOLPE REPORT
The Majority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, Rep. Steve Scalise, the indispensable political tactician deployed by House Speaker Mike Johnson to help navigate the passage of the President’s “One Big Beautiful Bill”, will be this we...
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Season 6
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Episode 94
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29:11
PA House GOP Leader Jessie Topper Talks Budget Deadline & Education Funding
This week on The Volpe Report: Jessie Topper, Republican Leader of the Pennsylvania House, joins Chuck to discuss the upcoming state budget deadline, education, and school funding
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Season 6
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Episode 93
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28:58
PA House Leader Matt Bradford Talks Budget Deadline & Democratic Priorities
Pennsylvania House Majority Leader Matt Bradford joins me for an important conversation as we approach the state budget deadline. We’ll break down where the negotiations stand and what priorities the Democratic majority is bringing to the table...
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Season 6
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Episode 92
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28:58
Sexual Harassment Allegation Rocks Shapiro Administratio
Investigative journalist Todd Shepherd joins me to break down the latest developments in a serious sexual harassment allegation tied to Governor Shapiro’s office. What’s really going on behind the scenes?
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Season 6
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Episode 91
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28:58
Judicial Candidates Speak Out: Wheatcraft & Wolford on the PA Courts
This week on The Volpe Report, Judge Ann Marie Wheatcraft and Attorney Matthew Wolford join me to discuss their candidacies for judge on Pennsylvania’s Superior and Commonwealth Courts. Don’t miss this important conversation
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Season 6
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Episode 90
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28:57
National reporter Salena Zito How & Why Trump Won
Once again, The Volpe Report is proud to bring our viewers a distinguished guest who has been—and continues to be—a major voice in the national political conversation.Join us this Sunday at 10:30 a.m. on Fox 56 as I sit down with Salena...
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Season 6
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Episode 89
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28:55
New PA GOP Chief Takes Charge
This week on The Volpe Report, I’m joined by Vince Galko and Pennsylvania Senator Greg Rothman for an important conversation you won’t want to miss!Senator Rothman, the newly elected Chairman of the PA GOP, shares his remarkable rise to...
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Season 6
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Episode 88
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28:58
Inside the GOP Leadership Roundtable + Trump’s Presidential Address
On this episode of The Volpe Report, I sit down with Vince Galko to recap our recent trip to Washington, D.C., where we attended a GOP Leadership Roundtable and a special address by President Donald J. Trump.Joined by my wife Ellen, PA ...
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Season 6
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Episode 87
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PA PROACTIVE ON GANG, GUN VIOLENCE
Chuck sits down with Lt. Governor Austin Davis this week on The Volpe Report. The rise in gang activity and the carnage that generally follows it has the Shapiro-Davis Administration taking a proactive approach in Pennsylvania to de...
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Season 6
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Episode 86
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28:58
HOUSING SHORTAGE 'UNPRECEDENTED'
There is an unprecedented shortage of homes available to families and individuals with different income levels. Nationwide, the National Low Income Housing Coalition tags that shortage at 7.1 million affordable and available rental homes with o...
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Season 6
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Episode 85
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DEMOCRATS LIES CONTINUE A SLIDE TO IRRELEVANCE
As Democrats hit rock-bottom approval ratings—some as low as 21%—they continue to deceive the American people, who simply aren’t buying it anymore. Their latest falsehood? Claiming that Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security are being cut. The...
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Season 6
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Episode 84
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28:58
GOV. SHAPIRO’S WATERGATE?
Join Chuck as he interviews Todd Shepherd about the latest scandal rocking Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s administration. Missing, lost, or deleted emails have raised serious questions about transparency and accountability.
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Season 6
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Episode 83
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30:13
Democrats Shameful Behavior at State of the Union Discussed with Congressman Bresnahan
Join Chuck as he sits down with Congressman Rob Bresnahan to discuss his freshman year in Congress. Democrats Shameful Behavior at State of the Union and Pres Trump’s Inspiring Remarks Discussed with Congressman Bresnahan.
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Season 6
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Episode 82
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28:58
Governor Shapiro’s Budget Address: What’s Next for Pennsylvania?
This week on The Volpe Report, Senator Joe Pittman joins Chuck to break down Governor Josh Shapiro’s budget address—what it means for Pennsylvania and what comes next. Don’t miss this in-depth analysis of the key issues shaping o...
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Season 6
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Episode 81
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28:58
Tackling Scranton’s Gang Problem | DA Brian Gallagher on The Volpe Report
In this episode of The Volpe Report, Chuck Volpe sits down with Lackawanna County District Attorney Brian Gallagher to discuss the growing gang problem in Scranton. They explore the challenges law enforcement faces, the steps being taken to kee...
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Season 6
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Episode 80
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28:56
Exposing Wasteful Spending & Corruption: Congressman Rob Bresnahan on The Volpe Report
In this episode of The Volpe Report, Chuck Volpe sits down with Congressman Rob Bresnahan to discuss alarming evidence of wasteful spending and corruption within the U.S. State Department and across the country. How deep does the...
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Season 6
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Episode 79
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Senator Lisa Baker on Biden’s Last-Minute Pardons & PA’s Future
Join me as I sit down with PA State Senator Lisa Baker to discuss the last-minute pardons issued by President Biden as he left office and what they mean for our country. We’ll also dive into her legislative priorities in the Senate and what’s a...
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Season 6
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Episode 78
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29:00
Congressman Dan Meuser on a Possible 2026 Governor Run | The Volpe Report (Part 2)
Is Congressman Dan Meuser considering a run for Governor in 2026? Find out in this exclusive conversation with Chuck Volpe as they discuss his vision for Pennsylvania, the key issues facing the Commonwealth, and what could shape the race ahead....
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Season 6
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Episode 77
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28:56
Dan Meuser on Supporting Mike Johnson & Backing Trump | The Volpe Report
This week on a new episode of The Volpe Report, Chuck sits down with Dan Meuser to discuss his efforts to support Mike Johnson’s re-election as Speaker of the House and his plans to back the Trump presidency.
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Season 5
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Episode 76
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28:56
The Volpe Report Christmas Special (Part 3) | A Nostalgic Look Back
Join us for Part 3 of The Volpe Report Christmas Special! In this heartwarming episode, Chuck interviews Frank J. Ruggiero, Ed Christiano, and Stacy Garrity. Chuck also takes a trip down memory lane, revisiting the joy and laughter of ...
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Season 5
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Episode 75
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28:52
Holiday Highlights Part 2: Vision and Goals for the New Year
This week on The Volpe Report, we're bringing you Part 2 of our Holiday Highlights series! 🎄✨ Join us for insightful conversations with Dan Meuser, Greg Rothman, and Marty Flynn as they discuss their visions and goals for the upcoming year....
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Season 5
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Episode 74
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27:45
Holiday Highlights: Conversations with Newly Elected Leaders
A special episode from Chuck's Christmas party in New York City, airing tomorrow on The Volpe Report! Don't miss interviews with newly elected government officials as they share their goals and plans for the year ahead.
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Season 5
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Episode 73
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29:58
2024 Year in Review: Highlights, Stories & Reflections | The Volpe Report
Join us for a special Year in Review episode as we look back on 2024! From inspiring interviews to tackling the most talked-about issues, we’ll revisit the stories and moments that defined the year.
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Season 5
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Episode 72
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30:02
Common-Sense Solutions for Pennsylvania with Matthew Bradford
In this episode of The Volpe Report, Chuck talks with Matthew Bradford, Representative for Pennsylvania’s 70th District, about practical solutions that matter most to the voters of Pennsylvania.
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Season 5
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Episode 71
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29:55
Rob Bresnahan: Victory, Vision, and the Future of PA's 8th District
Newly elected Rob Bresnahan sits down with Chuck this Sunday to discuss his campaign victory and share his vision for Pennsylvania's 8th District.Stay informed on the issues that matter most to our community!Missed an episode? C...
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Season 5
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Episode 70
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