Best Governmentrelations Podcasts (2024)

1
Jerry Cornfield got his start as a crime reporter in San Francisco- today he breaks down elections in the state of Washington - not that the two are related! 40:09

1h ago40:09

40:09

Jerry Cornfield started as a crime reporter in San Francisco and spent the better part of the last four decades covering politics and government in California and Washington. He worked in media for 12 years in Santa Barbara, reporting for daily and weekly newspapers, serving as editor-at-large for Santa Barbara magazine, producing and hosting a dai…

1
How do you oversee a 50 state Government Affairs operation with over 500 members and be ranked one of the most effective year after year? Meet Bobby Patrick, VI from AdvaMed - who helps make it all happen ... 26:25

3d ago26:25

26:25

Bobby Patrick, VI is the Vice President of State Affairs, Regional Government, and Alliance Development at AdvaMed, the MedTech Association. He oversees AdvaMed’s state affairs work and partnerships with external stakeholders, including patient advocacy organizations and physician groups. Previously, Patrick served as the vice president of strategi…

1
Meet Sen. Bob Duff, Senate Majority Leader in Connecticut 46:41

4h ago46:41

46:41

Senator Bob Duff is a state senator from Connecticut and has been the Majority Leader since 2015. Bob’s Norwalk family ties go back five generations. His passion for public service began at the age of eight. That’s when Bob voiced his concerns for the future of Duffy Field to then-mayor William Collins. Today, we still have Duffy Field — now rename…

1
What do Murthy and the other recent Supreme Court decisions mean for Free Speech? For Trump? The Presidency? Carl Szabo from NetChoice breaks it all down for us. 31:55

5d ago31:55

31:55

As Vice President and General Counsel, Carl analyzes, advocates, and testifies on tech-related legislative and regulatory initiatives relevant to online companies. Carl is also an adjunct professor of internet law at the George Mason Antonin Scalia Law School. Before joining NetChoice, Carl was an intellectual property attorney at the lawfirm of Wi…

1
What Can A Career Focused on Public Service Look Like? Meet Jordan See. 43:20

12d ago43:20

43:20

Jordan See is Head of Government Relations at Qualtrics. He is responsible for directing all government activities for Qualtrics' North American business operations. Jordan has over 14 years of experience working with the United States Congress, state legislatures, executive agencies, healthcare, and technology industries. Prior to joining Qualtric…

1
Want to Write a book? Want to Speak at TEDx? Want to Head up a Government Affairs Office? Tune in and listen to Terri Broussard William's Journey. 34:47

19d ago34:47

34:47

Terri Broussard Williams has built her career on a solid reputation as an authentic, courageous, and impactful change agent. Throughout her journey as an award-winning corporate lobbyist, non-profit executive, and public speaker, Terri has transformed public and community service into a professional art form, positively impacting the lives of milli…

1
Who will Replace Sen. McConnell as Leader of the Republicans in the U.S. Senate? CNN Contributor Scott Jennings Gives us His Thoughts and Much More. 43:51

27d ago43:51

43:51

In this week’s episode, Jim O’Brien and Maggie Mick host Scott Jennings, an American conservative writer and commentator. A former political director to United State Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY), we dive into McConnell’s legacy as the longest serving Republican Leader in the U.S. Senate and leadership lessons passed on to mentees l…

1
Meet Derek Brown, Candidate for Utah Attorney General 39:36

2M ago39:36

39:36

In this week's episode, Jim O'Brien and Maggie Mick interview Derek Brown, Republican candidate for Attorney General in Utah. In addition to diving into the issues facing Utahans, we learn about his career in Washington, D.C., time as a state legislator in Utah, and stints in the private sector.By James O'Brien

1
Colorado passes the first AI bill in the country! Sarah Mercer breaks it down for us. 30:17

1M ago30:17

30:17

This week Maggie and Jim speak with Sarah Mercer a lawyer/lobbyist who works in Colorado and who spent a lot of her session working on the recently passed (and signed!) Artificial Intelligence (AI) bill. Sarah gives us the full breakdown. About Sarah: Sarah Mercer ensures clients overcome challenging and entrenched legal issues by guiding clients t…

1
Reid Wilson: "The Greatest Political Mind of Our Time" 34:28

2M ago34:28

34:28

Deemed “The Greatest Political Mind of Our Time” by Comedy Central, Wilson cuts through the spin and tells the truth about politics at the state-level. Reid Wilson is the founder, chief executive, and editor in chief of Pluribus News, https://pluribusnews.com, the nation’s only independent news outlet covering state-level politics and policy. He is…

1
Columbine is 25. A conversation with Monisha Henley of Everytown for Gun Safety. 25:26

2M ago25:26

25:26

April 20th marked the 25th anniversary of the Columbine High School shooting in Colorado, which at the time was deemed the worst in America's history. In this episode, Maggie hosts Monisha Henley, senior vice president of government affairs for Everytown for Gun Safety. Everytown was formed in 2014 following Columbine, the Sandy Hook Elementary sch…

1
Celebrating Mother’s Day with Governor Laura Kelly and Kathleen Kelly Daughety 30:51

2M ago30:51

30:51

In a special Mother’s Day episode, Maggie Mick interviews Kansas Governor Laura Kelly and her eldest daughter Kathleen Kelly Daughety. The conversation focuses on both of their careers, the governor raising her daughters in Topeka - the state capital, and insights for working moms in policy and politics. Governor Laura Kelly is the 48th governor of…

1
Jim and Maggie interview 2 state political experts; Steve Palmer and Paul Dioguardi 53:07

3M ago53:07

53:07

In their maiden episode as co-hosts, Jim O’Brien and Maggie Mick interview friend of the show, Steven Palmer, and first-time guest Paul DioGuardi. Two Partners at Forbes Tate. In addition to learning about Paul’s impressive career including time with the Democratic Governors Association as well as the Obama Administration and his work on the Afford…

1
TPL Podcast is back with a new season!! With a new Co-Host! 3:30

3M ago3:30

3:30

Maggie Mick has joined The Political Life podcast as co-host. Maggie is in the leadership group of the state and local government relations consultancy, MultiState - a PPHC firm, located in the Washington, D.C. area. The first episode of the new season will be next week with Reid Wilson from Pluribus News!!…

1
AI's Impact on Data Management Amid Regulatory Shifts 29:10

4M ago29:10

29:10

Join Natalie Taylor in this episode of AI Global Watch as she sits down with James Herbert, CEO of Pivotl. Together, they explore the challenges and opportunities of data transformation, discussing the influence of modern platforms and #AI. Gain valuable insights into the ramifications of #GDPR and its wake-up call for businesses, as well as the #C…

1
AI in Cybersecurity, Friend or Foe? with James Bruckel 21:11

5M ago21:11

21:11

In this episode of AI Global Watch, Natalie Taylor from Access Partnership takes us through the evolving landscape of #cybersecurity in the age of #digitaltransformation. With the global cost of #cybercrime expected to reach $10.5 trillion by 2025, the role of AI in cybersecurity is becoming increasingly complex, serving both as a shield and a spea…

1
ITUWRC-23 Special: Spectrum, Satellites, and the Future of Telecom 29:50

6M ago29:50

29:50

Delving into the heart of #telecommunications, this #wrc23 Special podcast features Michael Thompson and William Webb discussing the pivotal outcomes of the #WorldRadioConference2023 (WRC 23) in Dubai. They tackle the conference's unique challenges amidst COVID-19, the heated debate over the upper 6 GHz band, and the varied spectrum allocation acro…

1
Digitising the Philippines: Exploring 5G, AI, and Telecom Trends 31:11

6M ago31:11

31:11

In this "Independent Thinkers on Digital" episode, Colin Christie discusses the Philippines' success with SMS and social media, the 5G development driven by social media demand, and the government's role in telecom. He also explores AI's impact on healthcare administration. For more insights and discussions on digital innovation in the Philippines,…

1
Bradley Tusk returns to discuss his new book Obvious in Hindsight, investing in tech start-ups and Election Predictions 43:13

7M ago43:13

43:13

This week Jim welcomes Bradley Tusk back to the show to discuss his new book "Obvious in Hindsight". Bradley Tusk is a venture capitalist, political strategist and writer. Bradley is the Founder and CEO of Tusk Ventures. Tusk Ventures is the world’s first venture capital fund to work with and invest solely in high growth startups facing political a…

1
Saudi Arabia's Race to AI Dominance with Dr. Mejdal Alqahtani - NextGen Tech 30:02

7M ago30:02

30:02

In this episode of NextGen Tech podcast, Access Partnership’s Rati Kvantaliani and Dr. Mejdal Alqahtani delve into the kingdom's heavy investment in AI. Dr. Alqahtani sheds light on transformative AI projects in healthcare and smart cities, emphasising Saudi Arabia's ambitious goal to lead the global AI forefront by 2030. The discussion touches upo…

1
Regulating Tech for Women's Digital Empowerment with Onica Makwakwa - Global Policy Review 32:27

8M ago32:27

32:27

On this episode of Global Policy Review podcast, Nada Ihab, Senior Policy Manager at Access Partnership and Onika Mkwakwa, Executive Director of the Global Digital Inclusion Partnership, delve into a discussion centering on the intricate challenge of regulating swiftly evolving technologies while reconciling the disparity between innovation and the…

1
Assessing the UK AI Safety Summit with Sarah Hunter - Independent Thinkers on Digital 30:34

8M ago30:34

30:34

Following the UK AI Safety Summit, William Webb and Sarah Hunter delved into its effectiveness and pondered the impact of national regulations in the EU and US on global regulatory efforts. Their discussion shifted towards identifying the actual threats and contemplating the repercussions of eroding trust in media and government. In the push for re…

1
Lord Holmes of Richmond on AI Regulation and Inclusion - AI Global Watch 19:52

9M ago19:52

19:52

Join us for the latest episode of Access Partnership's podcasts, where our team of global experts explore the interplay between innovation and its regulatory impediments, outlining how we can leverage the former to resolve the latter. In this episode of AI Global Watch, Jessica Birch, a Policy Analyst in our UK team, has the privilege of interviewi…

1
Looking for a Job in Government Relations? Matthew Guilbault has Some Very Good Advice to Share 41:54

10M ago41:54

41:54

Matthew Guilbault is Director of Government Affairs at Corebridge Financial – a new position for Matthew since he was last on the podcast. Matthew walks us through his job hunting experience – I think you will find it very helpful if you are looking for a job or thinking about looking for a new job. Some interesting facts about Matthew: Matt studie…

1
Maggie Mick from MultiState kicks off the Fall Season with Jack Waldorf from the Western Governors' Association 32:15

11M ago32:15

32:15

In today’s episode Maggie Mick of MultiState sits down with Jack Waldorf - the sixth Executive Director of the Western Governors’ Association (WGA). Jack oversees WGA’s efforts to support and advance bipartisan priorities on behalf of the Governors from the 22 westernmost states and territories. Prior to joining WGA, Waldorf led the federal advocac…

1
AI Dreams: The Regulator's Dilemma 28:15

12M ago28:15

28:15

The debate around AI regulation has focused extensively on what should happen, but in a world of conflicting interests, complex technical questions, and competing philosophies, what can be achieved? This question formed the core of Access Partnership CTO William Webb’s presentation at the AI Summit in London on 15 June. Under the title ‘AI Dreams: …

1
Meet the Member: Mike Gipson (Hosted by Maggie Mick of MultiState) 22:04

1y ago22:04

22:04

This episode is a rebroadcast of a webinar conversation Maggie Mick, assistant Vice Preistent of Multi State, had with California Assembly-member, Mike Gipson about California lawmaking!Topics covered in this episode include: An introduction to who Mike Gipson is. The moment that Mike Gipson decided to run for office. Mike's police partner being ki…

1
Safeguarding Online Spaces with Flynn Adams 18:31

1y ago18:31

18:31

Flynn Adams outlines the need for coordinated action on online safety In the latest episode of Access Partnership’s Global Policy Review podcast, host Dana Poponete is joined by Flynn Adams, Founder and CEO of INTELiQORE, to discuss how to address the challenges presented by online safety. Outlining her personal experience with trolling and fraud, …

1
The Gold Brothers Takeover: Debt Ceiling Deal & More! 28:29

1y ago28:29

28:29

It's a podcast take over with the Gold brothers! Rich and his brother Marty Gold from Capital Council take over the podcast to focus on all things Washington DC and the debt deal that was recently made in this unique episode! Things talked about in this episode include: An overlook of the deal that was made How it all started What is the outcome of…

1
Investing, Crypto, and the Debt Ceiling with Public COO Stephen Sikes 33:57

1y ago33:57

33:57

Jim welcomes Stephen Sikes to the podcast to cover a wide variety of topics from investing to talking about the debt ceiling agreement that was made recently.Topics covered in this episode include: A shout out to Rachel who helped in bringing Stephen onto the show! Stephen talks about who he is and the company Public where he is the COO. How Public…

1
Can AI solve content moderation and regulatory compliance for platforms in 2023? 1:00:42

1y ago1:00:42

1:00:42

Harnessing AI as a content moderation tool involves grappling with complex challenges, spanning from algorithm bias and contextual understanding to striking a balance between automated decision-making and human oversight. With a view to addressing these complexities, this webinar explores the role of AI in the future of content moderation. The disc…

1
How do we create safe, child-friendly interactive platforms? 1:01:59

1y ago1:01:59

1:01:59

The rise of interactive online platforms has provided children with an exciting opportunity to engage in diverse online learning experiences and virtual spaces that allow them to play and connect with others from different cultures and backgrounds in an immersive environment. However, to fully unlock the potential of these platforms and ensure chil…

1
Who Will Blink First? The Debt Ceiling Debate with Rich Gold 35:08

1y ago35:08

35:08

Rich Gold returns to the podcast to talk with Jim about the looming debt limit in Washington D.C, why this issue of coming to an agreement is so important, and what could happen if no agreement is made. Topics covered in this episode include: How things are going at Holland & Knight. An update on the debt limit negotiations. What makes this differe…

1
Generative AI & the Creative Sector: The EU's AI Act 1:00:27

1y ago1:00:27

1:00:27

As the European Parliament finalises its position on the AI Act, a critical debate has emerged surrounding AI-generated content and open-source systems. The outcome of this debate has far-reaching implications for businesses, organisations, and individuals who use AI-generated content, making it essential to understand the challenges and opportunit…

1
Portable Benefits in the Gig Economy with Brian Joseph 16:44

1y ago16:44

16:44

Today Jim welcome Brian Joseph to the podcast to chat about his experience in the gig economy as well as the idea of portable benefits for freelance workers. Brian Joseph is a freelance journalist who is currently finishing up work on his first book. He's worked as a newspaper reporter and investigative journalist for about 20 years, writing for th…

1
Responsible AI: From concept to practice 59:08

1y ago59:08

59:08

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolutionizes industries and transforms our lives, concerns around its potential harm have led to the concept of responsible AI. But defining what constitutes responsible AI and who should be responsible for it remains a challenge. Our panel of experts discussed how to turn responsible AI from theory into practice, …

1
Unpacking US National Cybersecurity Strategy: Global Implications 1:00:03

1y ago1:00:03

1:00:03

Cybercrime has become one of the fastest-growing criminal industries globally, with a staggering $7 trillion USD lost in 2022 alone. In fact, if cybercrime were a country, it would be the world’s third-largest economy after the US and China. With several high-profile cyber-attacks on critical national infrastructure, governments around the world ar…

1
At UPS, Mike Kiely is Driven By Innovation 30:44

1y ago30:44

30:44

Jim welcomes Mike Kiely to the podcast to talk about everything that goes into working for UPS in his new position within the company. They talk about how Mike manages his team, spending time abroad, how things are going in DC, and so much more!Topics discussed in this episode: The amount of responsibility that are on Mike and his team. How many un…

1
Unlocking the Future of AI with Var Shankar 17:18

1y ago17:18

17:18

In the latest episode of Access Partnership’s Global Policy Review podcast, host Dana Poponete is joined by Var Shankar, Director of Policy at the Responsible AI Institute, to explore the challenges and opportunities of AI regulation. In a conversation ranging from AI literacy and the impact of large language models on public discourse to the possi…

1
Rich Gold Returns with An Update on Washington, the Debt Limit, and Environmental Regulation 23:47

1+ y ago23:47

23:47

Rich Gold returns to the podcast to talk with Jim about everything going on in Washington D.C. They talk about the looming debt limit, environmental regulation, and what is happening at his firm, Holland & Knight. Topics covered in this episode include: Rich's thoughts on the debt limit and everything that is currently going on with it. The ways th…

1
ICYMI: Are Pyschedelics Coming to a State Near You? We hear from Sarah Mercer and Steven Stenzler of Brownstein 35:32

1+ y ago35:32

35:32

This week Jim chats with Sarah Mercer and Steven Stenzler from Brownstein about the recent legalization of psychedelics in Colorado as well as recent legislative trends in California, Colorado, and states in the Western U.S. more generally. Steven Stenzler is a Policy Advisor in the Sacramento office of Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck. In this role…

1
Bridging Realities through Policy and Innovation with Luis Bravo Martins 15:55

1+ y ago15:55

15:55

Dive into the metaverse with Luis Bravo Martins as he unravels its mysteries, opportunities, and challenges in the latest episode of Access Partnership's Global Policy Review podcast. Discover the crucial role policymakers play in shaping a fair, equitable, and user-centric virtual future, and learn how regulatory leadership can help balance innova…

1
Meet Josh Gray's Mom, Jackie Krentzman! 52:03

1+ y ago52:03

52:03

In this unique episode of the podcast, Jim welcomes back Josh Gray and with him, his mom Jackie Krentzman to the podcast for the first time to talk about the unique relationship they have together and how it all came to be. Topics covered in this episode include: How Jackie first met Josh. Jackie's first impression of Josh Overview of the nonprofit…

1
ICYMI: WASRG - Inside the Dome in Person! With Sarah Mercer, Brian Bautista, Peter Ruddell, Chris Hosek and John Holub 37:44

1+ y ago37:44

37:44

This week we are excited to run back an incredible panel from WASRG's first ever in-person Inside the Dome – moderated by Jim! – featuring on-the-ground consultants from high-impact states giving their candid insider insight on the impact of the November elections and the major legislation expected in 2023. The Washington Area State Relations Group…

1
New York Politics, Crypto, and more with Chris Coffey of Tusk Strategies 47:58

1+ y ago47:58

47:58

Jim welcomes a new guest to the podcast, Chris Coffey to discuss numerous topics. From working at Tusk Strategies on crypto, to working with Mayor Bloomberg.Topics covered in this episode include: How Chris and Bradley Tusk met and their relationship over the years from different jobs to Chris working at Tusk Strategies with Bradley. Chris' work wi…

1
Why Governors Make Such Good Presidents with Steve Palmer 31:13

1+ y ago31:13

31:13

Jim welcomes Steve Palmer to the show to talk about presidential politics as well as Steve's work, from electric car infrastructure to telemedicine.Steven Palmer is a partner at Forbes Tate Partners, a federal and state government affairs firm with areas of specialty including health care, energy, natural resources, financial services, transportati…

1
Josh Gray Joins Ogilvy and Talks Leadership, Healing, and Imposter Syndrome 43:36

1+ y ago43:36

43:36

Jim welcomes Josh Gray back onto the podcast to talk about his new job as vice-president of the advertising company Ogivly along with other topics that have happened since Josh was last on the show. Ogilvy has been growing brands and businesses since 1948. They continue that rich legacy through borderless creativity—operating, innovating, and creat…

1
What Needs to Change? 22:44

1+ y ago22:44

22:44

Game-changing technologies are emerging with ever-greater frequency, but regulators march to a much slower beat. Scepticism breeds mistrust, leading to global inaction. How can we help policymakers to pick up the tempo? Access Partnership’s flagship podcast, Global Policy Review, explores the interplay between innovation and its regulatory impedime…

1
An Update on Massachusetts Politics with George Cronin 27:02

1+ y ago27:02

27:02

Jim welcomes George Cronin back to the podcast to talk about all of the changes happening within the state of Massachusetts. Before getting into their discussion, Jim pays respect to the late Larry Rasky, founder of Rasky Partners, who passed away in March 2020. During their conversation, George is able to give insight into different topics pertain…

1
Bradley Tusk Returns! 35:59

1+ y ago35:59

35:59

This week Jim welcomes Bradley Tusk back to the show for another exciting conversation! Bradley Tusk is a venture capitalist, political strategist and writer. Bradley is the Founder and CEO of Tusk Holdings, which includes Tusk Ventures, Tusk Strategies, Kronos Archives, Ivory Gaming and Tusk Montgomery Philanthropies. Tusk Ventures is the world’s …

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Governmentrelations Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide