Ep. 24: Aftyn Behn and Todd Warner: The "AOC of Tennessee" and "The Unapologetic Conservative" and Their Hot Takes on the 2024 Legislative Session

Ep. 24: Aftyn Behn and Todd Warner: The "AOC of Tennessee" and "The Unapologetic Conservative" and Their Hot Takes on the 2024 Legislative Session

Author: Angie Lawless and Brandon Miller January 9, 2024 Duration: 1:13:30

In this episode, Climbing the Charts sits down with Republican Representative Todd Warner (District 92) and Democratic Representative Aftyn Behn (District 51). Aftyn, increasingly described as the "AOC of Tennessee," the youngest woman elected to the Tennessee House, is poised to be a fearless advocate for progressive values. Todd, by contrast, is the "Unapologetic Conservative," a successful business and family man who is devoted to protecting and furthering traditional, conservative values and constitutional freedoms. 

These two, who had previously never met, go head-to-head on matters from the Scotty Campbell scandal to the expulsion of the Tennessee Three to reproductive rights, school vouchers, gun control and bipartisanship.  Tennessee politics were a source of outrage, tragedy, and scandal, but also weighty policy debates and memorable humor in 2023, inspiring multiple sketches and commentaries on Colbert and Saturday Night Live. After CTC's discussion with these representatives, we cannot wait to see what's in store in the Tennessee General Assembly in 2024.


Climbing the Charts with Angie Lawless and Brandon Miller is a conversation about the forces that shape our daily lives, from local policy to global scientific discovery. Angie and Brandon aren't just observers; they're active participants who believe understanding these complex systems is the first step toward genuine involvement. This podcast digs into the news and social currents that might feel abstract, making them tangible and relevant to your own neighborhood. You'll hear discussions that connect political decisions with their real-world impact, explore how scientific advancements alter our social fabric, and question what it means to build a meaningful community in a fragmented world. Each episode is an invitation to look closer and think deeper, offering perspectives that help you navigate the information landscape with more clarity and purpose. Tune in for a thoughtful analysis that refuses to separate science from politics, or social trends from personal responsibility, all with the aim of fostering a more informed and connected citizenry. Find Climbing the Charts wherever you listen.
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