#47: It’s hot in Iowa! And Scott Keeter from Pew

“From gig economy polling to insights from Pew’s Scott Keeter, this episode dives into the week’s hottest topics.”

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It’s Hot in Iowa! And Scott Keeter from Pew: Episode #47 Recap

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Poll of the Week: Gig Work

Kristen: “One-fifth of Americans identify as gig workers, according to a Time Magazine poll. Margie and I share our own favorite gig economy experiences.”

2016: Hot in Iowa

Margie: “The Democratic race in Iowa has shifted from snoozeville to snowplow. Listen in as we unpack the latest from Huffington Post, Quinnipiac, NBC/WSJ, and more.”

Kristen: “The Republican side also sees movement, with Bloomberg and Gallup polls testing the waters.”

Gun Politics

Margie: “We revisit the contentious topic of gun laws and polling. My recent piece in Huffington Post explores the role of partisan culture in shaping views.”

Interview with Scott Keeter

Margie: “Pew’s Scott Keeter joins us to discuss his latest report on improving likely voter models. Can we refine how we predict likely voters? Scott remains optimistic about the industry.”

TV, Golden Globes, and Entertainment Trends

Kristen: “Gallup tracks how Americans spend their evenings, showing a love-hate relationship with TV. And as awards season approaches, we anticipate more Amy Schumer and Jennifer Lawrence moments.”

Key Findings

The 2016 race heats up in Iowa, with movement on both Democratic and Republican sides.
Pew’s report on likely voter models provides an optimistic look at the future of polling.
Gun politics remain divisive, driven more by partisan divides than gun ownership itself.
Americans have a conflicted relationship with TV but can’t resist tuning in for big moments like the Golden Globes.