People Over Politics is a candid, conversational podcast that highlights State Senate candidate Ren Nushaj and his platform for taking on real issues front and center. From public safety to economic development, education to veterans’ affairs,People Over Politics offers thoughtful dialogue that moves past the talking points and into what really matters to everyday people. Whether you're a policy wonk or a first-time voter, this show is your front-row seat to show what is possible when our leaders put the needs of people first. Because before the party lines and campaign slogans — it’s about people.
A drone shows up over your neighborhood and suddenly the biggest political question is not taxes or potholes, it is: who owns the sky above your backyard, and what data is being collected while you grill dinner? We dig into why AI drones and surveillance tech feel “Skynet-adjacent” to so many people right now, and why that gut reaction deserves a serious public conversation instead of a shrug from lawmakers. We talk through the two faces of drone delivery: the promise of convenience and the ...
19 Jun 2026
Two Michigan State Senate Hopefuls On Affordability And Trust
The map changed, the seat opened up, and now the real test begins: can a candidate represent a quarter-million people across cities that don’t always see themselves on the same team? We sit down with Michigan State Senate candidates Ren (District 9) and Amanda Treppa (new District 10) to talk about redistricting, campaigning in “lawn sign season,” and what genuine representation looks like when your district stretches across Oakland County and Macomb County. https://www.treppaformichiga...
9 Mar 2026
Two Community Organizers Explain How To Tackle Rising Costs And Rebuild Trust
Today's guests Katrina Manetta and Ren Nushaj Prices keep rising while paychecks stand still, and too many neighbors are choosing between groceries, healthcare, and the light bill. We bring that reality home to Michigan’s 58th—Shelby Township, Utica, Sterling Heights, and Warren—and get specific about what state lawmakers can do right now. From halting utility rate hikes and mandating outage credits to restoring revenue sharing so cities can fix roads without asking residents to pay twice, we...
17 Dec 2025
Blueprints For A Better Michigan
Momentum is only as good as what we do with it. We take a hard look at how Michigan turns recent wins into measurable change you can actually feel—on the road, in the classroom, and at the clinic. No bumper stickers here; we talk candidly about competence, transparency, and why laws and budgets fail when they’re built for politics instead of people. We start with the stakes for 2026 and a reality check on the $80B state budget: if you don’t feel $80B worth of outcomes in your daily life, som...
29 Jul 2025
Michigan's Political Future: A Conversation with Ren Nushaj
What happens when legal expertise meets state politics? In this revealing conversation, Michigan Senate District 9 candidate Ren Nushaj brings his unique perspective as a municipal attorney to tackle the complex challenges facing Michigan communities ahead of the 2026 election. Ren's journey from Detroit roots to his current position as Clawson's City Attorney has given him an intimate understanding of both Oakland and Macomb counties—the very communities he hopes to represent. Drawing on hi...
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