Generally Assembled: Recent Episodes
Jason Gottesman
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss late budgets – who is impacted and how this affects negotiations moving forward.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper compare the budget process to family vacation planning, debate the power of milkshakes, and suggest some relaxation techniques.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss the process as we dive into the final week before the state budget deadline.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss the shortfalls of House Democrats’ latest education funding proposal and get everyone in the spirit of summer for Father’s Day.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse discuss the events and natural wonders of PA, and also talk Education funding and the State Budget.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper talk about the PA House returning to its full complement, Topper describes the experience of a first-time member; Golf and law enforcement controversy.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss how Pennsylvania should deal with a budget surplus, umpiring technique, and entertainment reviews.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss the upcoming budget negotiations, including how government should treat taxpayer dollars; also, umpiring philosophy.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss the origin of iconic phrases, the goals for higher education in PA, and a quite thorough Master’s recap.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss higher education policy in PA, the Pirates’ hot start, and Master’s predictions.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss higher education policy in PA, the Pirates’ hot start, and Master’s predictions.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss election security and Voter ID, as well as the difference between wishful thinking and sound energy policy in PA.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss Gov. Shapiro’s energy policies, next steps in state budget negotiations, and some love for Scottie Scheffler.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss the House Appropriations Committee Budget Hearings in Harrisburg, and how the Commonwealth funds Education. Also, spring golf fever, and some discussion of “NASCAR Vehicles.”
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper return to discuss School Choice in PA – how we must balance support for public schools with the need to provide quality education options to those in struggling districts. Also, Jason manifests a good day, and a rare golf achievement.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper return from the holiday season to discuss the wonders of the PA Farm Show – including the milkshakes – how to address issues with public faith in higher education, and the end of an era for Nike Golf.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss a House Democrat proposal to let convicted criminals out of prison early, urgency to complete legislative priorities before a 3 month recess, and a tax increase under the guise of a family medical leave program.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper are back to discuss education issues – Successfully funding higher education, Issues remain on educational tax credits and the school code.
Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper return to action – Discussion includes House passage of funding for State Related Universities, along with transparency and tuition freeze provisions.
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.
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.
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.
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 infrastructure.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
Jason Gottesman and Mike Straub review the week’s events, including a member’s resignation; a closer look at the Governor’s budget proposal, banks under duress, and a story about a lost chicken.
Jesse Topper and Jason Gottesman discuss the Governor’s long-winded budget proposal – some good ideas like regulatory reform, some bad ideas like the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, and some trickery in shifting some spending away from public scrutiny – also - sneaker shopping wisdom.
Jesse Topper and Jason Gottesman speculate about the Governor’s inaugural budget address, examine the tactics being employed to stifle economic growth, and discuss how crime is hurting Philadelphia and the Commonwealth as a whole.
Jesse Topper rejoins Jason Gottesman and Mike Straub for discussion on how the debate on education should be focused on students rather than simply dollars and cents, unprecedented special session House Rules, and a little sports and entertainment.
Jason Gottesman and Mike Straub are back to discuss how a recent court decision affects education funding in PA, the House’s lack of action under Speaker Rozzi, and what really matters to the people of the Commonwealth.
Jason Gottesman and Mike Straub join Rep. Torren Ecker from BTWDYK, and Rep. Thomas Kutz for a discussion on Voter ID, citizen confidence in our voting system, and Jason’s take on Chicago based TV dramas.
Jason Gottesman and co-host Mike Straub discuss the inauguration of a new Governor in PA, and what to expect from a new chief executive who is well-experienced in government, but significantly younger than his predecessor.
Jason Gottesman and co-host Mike Straub talk about the challenges facing the State House when operating with the parties so evenly matched; Also, Coffee and Doomscrolling Twitter Feeds – or how to stay sane during Special Session.
Jason Gottesman and co-host Mike Straub discuss the election of an independent speaker, and what that means for the next two years in Harrisburg… Also, fever-dreams of Hawaiian golf vacations.
Jason Gottesman and co-host Mike Straub deliver an update to the December Democrat Power Play, outline the normal procedure for special elections, and discuss holiday traditions.
Jason Gottesman and new co-host Mike Straub discuss December drama including fuzzy Democrat math, an attempt at redefining what party has majority power, and World Cup predictions.
Jason Gottesman, Jesse Topper, and Jordan Frei look back at the last 8 years of the Wolf administration and debate the proper role of government in the lives of citizens as our world moves toward the future; also – a theory on the origin of the beard.
Jason Gottesman and Mike Straub hit the studio to discuss the World Series, and how the PA Supreme Court has shown its support for election law as written, when it comes to mail-in ballots.
Rep. Jesse Topper returns to join Jason Gottesman for another lively discussion of the latest developments in the Larry Krasner Saga; Also, diet and fashion for the bow-tie set.
Jason Gottesman is joined by guest-host Anthony Tezak to discuss how the latest developments in the Larry Krasner Philly Crime Saga; also, what is canon in the Alien universe?.
Jason Gottesman is joined by guest-host Greg Gross to discuss how the US Supreme Court’s recent election decision affects the Commonwealth, and a fond farewell to co-host Neal Lesher.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher are joined by Rep. Jesse Topper to talk about efforts to improve the business climate in PA by reducing and eliminating burdensome regulations. Also, Jason’s voice offends a Monastery.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher are joined by Reps Jesse Topper and Torren Ecker for discussion on Larry Krasner, and the awarding of the annual Generally Assembled golf trophies, and the ignominious consumption of Impossible Whoppers.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher discuss the Wolf administration’s push for more free money, and their ongoing efforts to let more criminals out of prison.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher discuss Larry Krasner’s stance on following the law, Pennsylvania’s beautiful places and people, and the craziness that you see on Team and Zoom meetings.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher discuss San Francisco’s garbage solution, crime and safety issues in our cities, how many doo doo’s are in baby shark – and yes – this is a state government podcast.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher examine the phenomenon of mysteriously shrinking shirts during budget season, calls to freeze tuition increases at state-related universities, and the latest shenanigans at our department of state.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher are joined by special guest - Treasurer of the Commonwealth Stacy Garrity – to discuss the rainy day fund, inflationary effects on the price of Sheetz and Wawa, fraud protection, and a game of PA Dems or San Francisco.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher return to discuss the ups and downs of this year’s budget process, and the highlights that this historic spending plan provides for the citizens of the Commonwealth.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher accompany Reps. Jesse Topper and Torren Ecker on auditory expedition through the Marvel Universe and beyond; and do their best to look fashionable, when no one is there to take pictures.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher return to discuss the budget experience when you have a front-row seat, and the sad state of our cities where crime is almost encouraged; also – Jason’s continued fashion advice.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher are back with State Rep. Jesse Topper to discuss efforts to impeach Larry Krasner, hearings on inflation in PA, and what can be done at the state level, Happy the Elephant, and fashion advice, unofficially sponsored by Haggar.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher are back with State Rep. Jesse Topper to discuss budget sustainability, Major League Baseball, and the abject failure of soft-on-crime policies in our cities.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher host Reps. Jesse Topper and Joe Kerwin for discussion on the tragedy in Texas, an honest look at budgetary spending, and a culinary review that is a carnivore’s dream.
Jesse Topper is back to join Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher in their discussion on how PA should prepare for the Supreme Court’s decision on Roe, how PA democrats have found 6 billion ways to spend 2 billion dollars, and an update on the Marvel Universe.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher discuss SCOTUS leaks, revenue projections and the state budget – and for the insomniacs, Jason goes into a deep explanation of the interplay between Star Wars movies, books, and TV shows.
State Rep. Kate Klunk makes her debut on GA with Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher - They discuss the stone wall impeding those who want to get information about Covid response, smart justice, and play PA Dems or San Francisco.
State Rep. Greg Rothman returns to GA with Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss school choice and how the pandemic has exacerbated the education situation, the beginning of baseball season, and praise for the dramatic works of Marky Mark Wahlberg.
State Rep. Jesse Topper is back with Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss how people of differing opinions can work together to achieve good things for the Commonwealth of PA. Also, dirty (but effective) tactics by the MLB network, and the PA House moves legislation to aid the dairy industry.
State Rep. Sheryl Delozier joins Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss entertainment news, the opening of baseball season, Rte. 83 tolling, efforts to circumvent the legislative process, and a game of PA Dems or San Francisco
Jason Gottesman, Neal Lesher, and State Rep. Jesse Topper discuss March Madness, Will Smith’s efforts to draw attention away from the masterpiece that is Denis Villeneuve’s Dune, and what conservatives must do to stand against out-of-control government spending.
Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher (aka the Flying Duo) discuss March Madness, Inflation, and PA’s role in reducing energy costs.
State Rep. Jesse Topper joins Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss charter schools, and our priorities when it comes to education; also, movie and entertainment reviews – The Batman, Adam Project, Dune.
State Reps. Jesse Topper and Clint Owlett join Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss Star Wars news, budget hearings, and how the Commonwealth is blessed with available energy, but lacks the will to use it.
State Rep. Jesse Topper re-joins Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss the latest developments at budget hearings, the State of the Union, and why Jason needs a nightlight.
State Rep. Seth (The Architect) Grove joins Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss the latest news including war in Ukraine, the Wolf budget plan, and our favorite presidents.
State Rep. Jesse Topper joins Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss the first week of Appropriations Committee Budget Hearings, how mysterious the Governor’s budget proposal was to his own department secretaries, and Chad Weaver’s Culinary Corner.
State Rep. Jesse Topper joins Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss the Governor’s budget address, and just how unreasonable his requests are.
State Rep. Torren Ecker joins Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss reports from the Independent Fiscal Office, and what House Democrats don’t want you to know.
State Rep. Jesse Topper joins Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher for a budget preview as well as a look at some Stupid Tweets.
State Rep. Greg Rothman joins Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss how Covid has affected hospital and healthcare operations across the Commonwealth and the nation, and what should be done to express our gratitude.
State Rep. Torren Ecker joins Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss Philadelphia-PA’s hotspot for crime tourism, Adams County Apples, the Farm Show, and another edition of PA Dems or San Francisco.
State Rep. Jesse Topper joins Jason Gottesman and Neal Lesher to discuss Farm Show Food, gerrymandered State House district maps, and a unanimous decision by the State Supreme Court.
Republican Caucus Santa Jason Gottesman House Appropriations Committee Head Elf Neal Lesher discuss gerrymandered State House district maps, holiday food, and Christmas traditions.
House Appropriations Committee Communications Director Neal Lesher sits down with Rep. Paul Schemel to discuss Zuckerbucks, Voter ID, Overreach by the Governor, and Congressional redistricting.
House Majority Caucus Spokesman Jason Gottesman and Appropriations Committee Communications Director Neal Lesher discuss Congressional Redistricting, Philadelphia’s crime problem, and San Francisco or PA House Democrats.
House Majority Caucus Spokesman Jason Gottesman and Appropriations Committee Communications Director Neal Lesher discuss the phenomenon of lawless cities, and what can be done legislatively to discourage anarchic behavior.
House Majority Caucus Spokesman Jason Gottesman and Appropriations Committee Communications Director Neal Lesher discuss how inflation is affecting everyone’s Thanksgiving celebration.
House Majority Caucus Spokesman Jason Gottesman, Appropriations Committee Communications Director Neal Lesher, and Rep. Jesse Topper discuss the debate on Constitutional Carry legislation, bridge tolling, and honor a young man dedicated to charitable work.
House Majority Caucus Spokesman Jason Gottesman, Appropriations Committee Communications Director Neal Lesher, and Rep. Jesse Topper discuss election law issues, the overreach of the executive branch and Beford Bisons football.
House Majority Caucus Spokesman Jason Gottesman sits down with Appropriations Committee Communications Director Neal Lesher to discuss the Governor’s plan to give employees extra taxpayer funded vacation, how election results demonstrate the importance of parental involvement in schools, and the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
House Majority Caucus Spokesman Jason Gottesman sits down with Appropriations Committee Communications Director Neal Lesher to discuss the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, Kathy Boockvar honored for incompetence, Department of Health Covid numbers, and the ongoing saga of the East Wing Escalator.