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Few people had heard of Governor Tim Walz when he was selected by Kamala Harris to become the Democratic nominee for Vice President of the United States. The former teacher was chosen ahead of fierce competition, including an astronaut, and the governor of a key swing state - but why? Americast finds out how 鈥淐oach Walz鈥� made his way onto the ticket.

Americast is profiling the four candidates in the race to become the next President and Vice President of the United States.

HOST:
鈥� Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter

GUESTS:
鈥� Leah Solo, Tim Walz鈥檚 former student and campaign manager
鈥� Briana Bierschbach, Politics Reporter at the Minnesota Star Tribune

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This episode was made by George Dabby, Purvee Pattni, Catherine Fusillo, Claire Betzer and Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The series producer is Purvee Pattni. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

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