Best Government Podcasts (2025)

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#705 Increasing Representation with Amber Cabrera and Maylee De Jesús, Local Government Hispanic Network 56:48

2h ago56:48

56:48

Amber Cabrera. Senior Assistant to the City Manager for City of Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Maylee De Jesús, City Clerk for the City of Boynton Beach, Florida joined to podcast to discuss increasing representation in local government. They shared recent efforts they have worked on for Latinos in Florida Local Government, advice for the next genera…

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539 - PBSA: From Tasks To Outcomes 6:39

3h ago6:39

6:39

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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538 - Skyway GovCon Frameworks 6:39

6d ago6:39

6:39

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#704 Development and Customer Service with JC Hudgison, Tampa, FL 51:04

7d ago51:04

51:04

JC Hudgison, Chief Building Official for the City of Tampa, Florida rejoined the podcast to discuss development, technology, and process improvement. He talked about how the City responded to and has been recovering from Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton in 2024. He shared how the City has worked to improve customer service through process impr…

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537 - Contract Management Planning (w/ Angela Jacobs) 6:41

14d ago6:41

6:41

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#703 Staying Authentic with Aarón Zavala, Pleasanton, CA 45:05

14d ago45:05

45:05

Aarón Zavala, Assistant to the City Manager for the City of Pleasanton, California joined the podcast to discuss his role with the City. He talked about the work he does for the City and his career goals moving forward. He also shared how he remains authentic to himself as he serves the public. Host: Lauren Palmer…

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536 - GovCon Meets Chesterton's Fence 6:41

21d ago6:41

6:41

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#702 The Mayor Has a Hammer and Other Poetry with Jim Schutz, JMSB Strategies 58:40

21d ago58:40

58:40

Jim Schutz, a Principal at JMSB Strategies joined the podcast to discuss his transition from a City Manager to poetry author. He shared how he decided to transition into consulting and how he got into local government poetry. Plus he talked about his favorite poem and other highlights from The Mayor Has a Hammer, a book of poetry on the everyday he…

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535 - Moving at the Speed of GovCon 6:39

28d ago6:39

6:39

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#701 Leading ICMA and the Roots of Professional Government with Julia Novak, ICMA 48:31

28d ago48:31

48:31

Julia Novak, the CEO and Executive Director of the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), rejoined the podcast to discuss her new role at ICMA. She shared how the organization is adapting after reduced federal grants for international work. She discussed how she has engaged with members and how the Board is revamping the strategic…

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534 - Government Shutdown Planning 6:39

1M ago6:39

6:39

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#700 An ICMA Conference Recap, Leadership, Urban Revitalization, and Hot Wings - GovLove Island 43:24

1M ago43:24

43:24

GovLove Co-hosts Meredith and Ben were joined by several friends of the pod to recap the 2025 ICMA Conference. Tom Modica is the City Manager at the City of Long Beach, CA, April Walker is the Assistant City Manager at the City of Long Beach, CA, Jackie Wehmeyer is the Senior Director of Strategy and Intergovernmental Affairs at City of Parkland, F…

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533 - 2025 Threshold Updates 6:39

1M ago6:39

6:39

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#699 Parks Commissioner to City Council Member with Mitchell Silver, Raleigh, NC 58:18

1M ago58:18

58:18

Mitchell Silver, City Council Member for the City of Raleigh, North Carolina rejoined the podcast to talk about the transition from working as a staff member in local government to becoming an elected official. He reflected on his work as Parks Commissioner for the City of New York and the decision to run for elected office. He discussed the challe…

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532 - The "Overhaul" of FAR Part 5 6:39

2M ago6:39

6:39

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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Re-Release 223 - ShutDown Recovery 22:57

2M ago22:57

22:57

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#698 Cohesive Planning and Community Growth in Downers Grove, IL with with Jason Zawila and John Houseal 57:21

2M ago57:21

57:21

Four plans in one. Jason Zawila, Planning Manager at the Village of Downers Grove, Illinois and John Houseal, Partner at Houseal Lavigne joined the podcast to discuss the APA Award-Winning Village of Downers Grove Comprehensive Plan update. They discussed the concept of total community development and how the effort updated four plans at the same t…

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531 - The 6 Ps of Commerciality - Part 2 (with Troy Small) 6:39

2M ago6:39

6:39

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#697 Leadership and Change Management with Kelly McAdoo, Santa Barbara, CA 55:05

2M ago55:05

55:05

Kelly McAdoo, the City Administrator for the City of Santa Barbara, California, joined the podcast to talk about her leadership and change management approach. She discussed transitioning transitioning to a new city and getting to know a new organization. She talked about navigating challenges like a budget shortfall, homelessness, and new State la…

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#696 Pouring into Public Service with Lesley Milton, St. Helena, CA 1:00:54

2M ago1:00:54

1:00:54

Lesley Milton, Deputy City Manager for the City of St. Helena, California, joined the podcast to talk about her passion for public service. She discussed her prior positions as a City Clerk and her experience working in small cities. She also discussed recent projects and initiatives and the City St. Helena's Community Academy. Host: Meredith Reyno…

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530 - The 6 Ps Of Commerciality Part 1 (w/ Troy Small) 6:41

2M ago6:41

6:41

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#695 Dream Play Build - Hands On Community Engagement in Clackamas County, OR 1:03:00

2M ago1:03:00

1:03:00

Two guests joined the podcast to talk about play based engagement and how it can be a meaningful way to create change. Leah Fisher is a Built and Natural Environment Analyst for Clackamas County, Oregon. John Kamp is Urban and Landscape Designer for Prairieform and the co-author of the book Dream Play Build. They discussed when to use this form of …

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529 - The "Overhaul" of FAR Part 12 (Part 2) 6:39

2M ago6:39

6:39

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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AIxCC: AI Cyber Challenge - Episode 89 18:01

2M ago18:01

18:01

The AI Cyber Challenge, AIxCC, marks a pivotal inflection point for cyber defense. Numerous attacks in recent years have illuminated the ability for malicious cyber actors to exploit vulnerable software that runs everything from financial systems and public utilities to the health care ecosystem. AIxCC Competitors successfully demonstrated the abil…

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528 - The "Overhaul" of FAR Part 12 6:41

3M ago6:41

6:41

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#694 Democracy and City Management with Valerie Lemmie, Charles F. Kettering Foundation 1:07:26

3M ago1:07:26

1:07:26

Valerie Lemmie, Senior Advisor for State and Local Government for the Charles F. Kettering Foundation, joined the podcast to talk about her career in city management and the state of democracy. She shared how she navigated difficult situations during her city management career, including as City Manager of Cincinnati, Ohio when there were protests …

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527 - Small Business Search (DSBS Update) - w/Shelley Hall 6:39

3M ago6:39

6:39

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#693 Form of Government Change and Elected to City Manager with Deb Mohlenhoff, Ithaca, NY 59:44

3M ago59:44

59:44

Deb Mohlenhoff, City Manager for the City of Ithaca, New York, joined the podcast to talk about her role transitioning from an elected official to a City Manager and changing the City's form of government. She shared why the city decided to transition forms of government, her role in the transition, and challenges faced during the transition. She a…

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Sanctions and Export Controls on Russia

3M ago

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In the wake of the invasion of Ukraine, the United Statesand its allies responded with wide-ranging sanctions and export controlson Russia. What impact have these actions had on Russia's economy andits war efforts and have sanctions achieved…By Government Accountability Office

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#692 Sustainable Libraries Initiative with Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, Mid-Hudson Library System 48:20

3M ago48:20

48:20

Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, Executive Director for the Mid-Hudson Library System joined the podcast to discuss the Sustainable Libraries Initiative. She shared how the initiative was created, how libraries can earn the certification, and the importance of adapting sustainability language. Host: Lauren Palmer…

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526 - The "Overhaul" of FAR Part 6 (Part 4 of 4) with Steve Lucianetti 6:41

3M ago6:41

6:41

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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What are DOD's Unfunded Priorities?

3M ago

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The U.S.'s defense budget makes up about half of all federal discretionary spending. But even so, there are billions of dollars in "unfunded priorities" that could impact the military's mission and combat readiness. We'll…By Government Accountability Office

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525 - The "Overhaul" of FAR Part 6 (Part 3) 6:41

3M ago6:41

6:41

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#691 The Scenic Route to City Hall with Peggy Flynn, Petaluma, CA 50:37

3M ago50:37

50:37

Peggy Flynn, City Manager for the City of Petaluma, California, joined the podcast to talk about fostering a culture of innovation, transparency, and engagement. She also discussed delivering effective and efficient public services. She shared how the City of Petaluma has evolved, projects her team is working on, and similarities between cattle ran…

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524 - Requirements Contracts - w/ Shelley Hall 6:10

3M ago6:10

6:10

In this episode, Kevin and Shelley Hall talk about requirements contracts—a type of contract where the government agrees to buy everything it needs from one contractor during a set time. These contracts help make buying easier and faster, but they also come with rules and challenges. Shelley, a former Contracting Officer, shares her experience and …

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GAO Is Nonpartisan. Here’s How We Do It

3M ago

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On this special episode of the podcast, we sit down with GAO's Chief Quality Officer Tim Bowling to discuss how GAO protects our fact-based, nonpartisan reputation by ensuring our work is free from partisanship and bias.By Government Accountability Office

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#690 Finance, Innovation, and Emerging Trends with Chris Morrill and Shayne Kavanagh, GFOA 57:13

3M ago57:13

57:13

Two guests rejoined the podcast to discuss finance and innovation. Chris Morrill, Executive Director, and Shayne Kavanagh, Senior Manager of Research, at the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) discussed their work. They talked about GFOA's research initiatives and how they are helping organizations deal with recent changes in federal fu…

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523 - Overhaul of FAR Part 18 (Emergency Acquisitions) w/Cesar Lopez 6:13

4M ago6:13

6:13

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#689 Communications in a Growing Town with Angela Wilson, Frederick, CO 58:54

4M ago58:54

58:54

Angela Wilson, the Deputy Public Information Officer for the Town of Frederick, Colorado, joined the podcast to talk about communications in a fast-growing community. She shared strategies the Town uses to stay engaged with residents and how to provide honest and transparent communications to residents. She also discussed the importance of setting …

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522 - The "Overhaul" of FAR Part 6 (Part 2) 6:10

4M ago6:10

6:10

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#688 Navigating a Career Path and Capital Projects with Ariana Adame, West Sacramento, CA 50:41

4M ago50:41

50:41

Ariana Adame, Assistant City Manager for the City of West Sacramento, California, joined the podcast talk about her career path and capital projects. She discussed the pros and cons of career paths working for one or many jurisdictions. She talked about her time leading the City's capital program and how they incorporate equity into the work. She a…

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How GAO Serves Congress

4M ago

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On this special episode of the podcast, we sit down with GAO’s Managing Director of Congressional Relations Nikki Clowers to discuss how GAO serves Congress.By Government Accountability Office

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521 - What is CMMC? (with Michael Greenman) 44:31

4M ago44:31

44:31

Today, we’re talking about something that’s becoming a big deal for anyone working with the Department of Defense: the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, or CMMC. If you want to win DoD contracts, you’ll need to understand what CMMC is and how it affects your business. The rules are changing, and this certification is quickly becoming a mu…

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Best of: Employee Onboarding Best Practices with Benjamin Mead-Harvey 1:05:33

4M ago1:05:33

1:05:33

This week we're sharing one of our favorite interviews from the GovLove archive. This episode originally aired in August 2021 and is all about successful employee onboarding. Benjamin Mead-Harvey, Instructional Designer for the Arizona Department of Economic Security, came back to the podcast to discuss onboarding. He shared tips on how to improve …

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The Idea Pollinators: DARPA Service Chiefs Fellows - Episode 88 16:13

4M ago16:13

16:13

The Service Chiefs Fellows connect their operational insights with potential DARPA breakthroughs. We explore DARPA’s Service Chiefs Fellowship Program (SCFP), a 12-week immersive experience that brings together participants from various backgrounds across the Department of Defense (DOD) and other U.S. agencies. Its dual core purposes are to educate…

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520 - The "Overhaul" of FAR 6 (Part 1) 6:10

4M ago6:10

6:10

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#687 Starting as a New County Manager and Building Culture with Josh Edwards, York County, SC 57:07

4M ago57:07

57:07

Josh Edwards, County Manager for York County, South Carolina, rejoined the podcast to discuss starting as a new County Manager. He shared why he chose York County and the challenges of a fast growing community. He discussed the process to develop the County's first strategic plan and the employee-driven core values for the organization. He also ref…

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519 - The "Overhaul" of FAR Part 43 (w/ Steve Lucianetti) 6:08

5M ago6:08

6:08

All Episodes are inside Skyway Central© Click here to access your Contracting Officer Podcast 2.0 License and start listening today!By Kevin Jans, Paul Schauer, Contracting Officer, government Contracting, proposal management, proposal writing, targeting, contract administration, contract management, subcontracting

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#686 From the Fire House to the City Manager's Office with Bryan Dehner and Donna Lake 1:03:43

5M ago1:03:43

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Two guests joined the podcast to talk about the their transition from the Fire Department to the City Manager's Office. Bryan Dehner is the Assistant City Manager at the City of Overland Park, Kansas and Donna Lake is the Assistant City Manager at City of Lee's Summit, Missouri. They shared how they facilitated the transition, how the departments o…

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Which Critical Government IT Systems Are Most In Need of Modernization?

5M ago

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Each year, the federal government spends more than $100 billion on IT systems and cyber-related investments. About 80% of this funding goes to operating and maintaining existing IT, including old systems known as legacy IT. GAO identified several…By Government Accountability Office

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