Blair Garner Mayor Pete Buttigieg by Blair Garner published on 2019-07-19T18:46:16Z I'm not a political guy. My radio show isn't political, nor does it aspire to be that. I'm just the host of a syndicated Country music program who loves his country - both the amazing land in which we live, and the outstanding music from today's Country artists. The phrase, "I love my Country" is one that I state proudly and without reservation. I mean it to my core. I was stunned when we were contacted by Mayor Pete's team requesting an interview. Absolutely stunned. Since Country music tends to lean in a conservative direction, I was surprised. But more than surprised, I was EXTREMELY flattered. One of the few truly viable candidates in the race raised his hand and asked for a place at the table. I was willing to give him that seat. I would have also given a seat to any other viable candidates, from both sides. The only condition? They must also value and appreciate our listeners, and never treat them like pawns in a game. Nobody else had reached out. And I assume nobody else even thought to reach out. The interview is twenty minutes in total length. I was proud of it. But in the end, I was told that couldn't air it. Again, I would have GLADLY welcomed any other viable candidates to be a guest, especially President Trump. To my thinking, the best way to a reasoned, thoughtful position on any topic, is to hear from both sides. Regardless, the interview was killed. I did, however, ask for permission to post the interview on my own personal SoundCloud account. I was given that blessing, and I am happy to share it with you here. Thank you for finding it, and I hope you enjoy it. Genre News & Politics Comment by user216260484 Love him 2019-08-06T12:21:25Z Comment by Shelly Ham he's not much use to the world.... period. 2019-07-29T13:30:14Z Comment by Brian Harvill Thank you for this interview... a voice of sanity... its something BADLY needed. Also thank you for posting this even though it was ordered that the interview be supressed... but nuf said about that... Thanks again. 2019-07-28T05:50:15Z Comment by Lee Consavage What a great interview! I'm really impressed with Mayor Pete's ideas. He sounds like he would be the perfect president starting January 2021. 2019-07-27T22:27:07Z Comment by User 632553371 Thanks Blair. We need to hear people like Pete Buttigieg. Refreshing reminder of who we are as Americans. 2019-07-25T00:06:15Z Comment by Todd FromDC It's a genuine shame that you were disallowed from airing this interview and I wonder if a request came from a different party, if Cumulus Media would have allowed it. To not air it is the height of cowardice and is a more than cynical approach to the listeners of your show. Just what is Cumulus afraid of? Blair, this was a really solid, smart interview. It's something I've come to expect from you over the years, so thanks for giving this your consistent, continued best. 2019-07-24T18:58:28Z Comment by Melody Solace This country needs Pete for healing! 2019-07-24T18:40:33Z Comment by Jessica Kara I’m halfway through the interview and I have been brought to tears twice. Pete is what we NEED. I’m so inspired to #BeLikePete 2019-07-24T14:37:42Z Comment by James J Elbrecht Is there a transcript available? I'm hearing impaired and the sound is not good on my computer. I applaud Mr. Garner and Mayor Pete for having an enlightening conversation.. 2019-07-24T10:44:39Z Comment by Harris Rosenberg Awesome 2019-07-24T06:10:14Z Comment by Sherry Reynolds Pete is impressive as always, never fails to deliver, he has my vote and my donations. Shame on Cumulus for not airing!! 2019-07-24T05:17:28Z Comment by Jade DeLang Hart Great conversation with an impressive candidate. Thanks for sharing - one way or another. 2019-07-24T01:39:53Z Comment by Anna S. What a great interview. Sensible and down to earth man. 2019-07-23T23:51:04Z Comment by Mark F. Martino Thank you for interviewing Pete and thank you for letting him speak his mind. I didn't know about your show before this, but I'll be looking forward to it now. 2019-07-23T22:52:33Z Comment by Sans Meridian #20PETE20 2019-07-23T22:21:31Z Comment by taberav I have no interest in today's Country music, so I would not normally be a follower of your show, but this is a knock-out interview and I congratulate you for conducting it! 2019-07-23T22:09:21Z Comment by Ed Ryba I thought GOOD Radio was dead when I got out of the business around 1990. Blair, You're proving me wrong! Companies like Cumulus, however are as ROTTEN AS EVER! 2019-07-23T20:27:31Z Comment by Joey Mouton Thank you for making this interview available to all! 2019-07-23T19:58:58Z Comment by user216260484 #Pete2020 2019-07-23T18:47:50Z Comment by User 842047433 Excellent interview. Thanks for sharing!! 2019-07-23T18:43:34Z Comment by Rene David Cordova Kaun Great interview and an excellent message. 2019-07-23T15:59:31Z Comment by Taylor Derby How cool to see a candidate reaching out instead of alienating folks across the aisle. Thank you for doing this interview, hope it will be aired eventually so it reaches more people. 2019-07-23T14:24:09Z Comment by Steve Morris Thank you for posting the interview. It helps me to be a better informed voter. And becoming closer to making a decision. 2019-07-23T14:17:09Z Comment by Lorrie Boone They need to air this interview 2019-07-23T10:23:11Z Comment by Duan Carter great interview 👍 need more like this 2019-07-23T08:07:39Z Comment by AnaLoGMunKy Nice one guys, Im listening from across the pond to show support! 2019-07-23T07:46:27Z Comment by Gregory Andrew Jordan Great interview. Shame on Cumulus. 2019-07-23T06:56:49Z Comment by kat love you Pete! 2019-07-23T06:45:25Z Comment by scwarriorfangirl Censorship creates an appetite for 'forbidden fruit'. Share this far and wide! 2019-07-23T06:03:55Z Comment by scwarriorfangirl He takes the high road 2019-07-23T05:49:17Z