Episode 297

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9th Mar 2026

Election Reform, Ranked Choice Voting & Chad Peace

In Episode 297 of the All About Nothing podcast, Barrett Gruber and Zac King sit down with Chad Peace, legal advisor for the Independent Voter Project. As we navigate the political complexities of 2026, the guys explore a startling reality: independent voters are the largest voting bloc in America, yet they are systematically locked out of the process.

Chad breaks down the "Primary Problem," explaining how closed primaries create barriers to true representation and fuel the hyper-polarization we see today. The conversation dives into actionable election reforms, including the push for nonpartisan primaries and Ranked Choice Voting (RCV). Whether you’re a lifelong independent or a disillusioned partisan, this episode offers a roadmap for a more inclusive democracy that prioritizes individual citizens over political parties.

Key Topics: #IndependentVoterProject #ElectionReform #RankedChoiceVoting #VotingRights #ChadPeace #NonpartisanPrimaries #BarrettGruber #ZachKing #AllAboutNothingPodcast

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Barrett Gruber

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Originally from Atlanta, Barrett has worked professionally in Radio and Television. By day, he works in Business Analytics and Quality Assurance, and by night he takes in news, politics and sports and some how makes light of nearly all of it. Rooted in Comedy and Satire, Barrett gives his honest and well informed opinion on the world we all must experience.

Zachary King

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Just a guy that wears free shirts. Seriously. You give him a shirt, he will absolutely wear it. Don't ask for it back. He's all about the freebies. Seriously, again, he begs for free stuff.