Where Policy Meets Practice, Public Administrators Who Make Government Work, and Work For All.
In this episode, we welcome Janet Hale, former government official and Academy Fellow, to discuss the importance of competence in government and what it looked like at different departments including the Department of Homeland Security.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
9/2/24 • 29:40
In this episode, we welcome Martha Dorris, Founder of Dorris Consulting International and Academy Fellow, to discuss the importance of efficient service delivery and best practices for enhancing customer experience.Links: Read Issue 84 of the Dorris Consulting International Citizen Service Newsletter View the 2024 Service to the Citizen Award WinnersSupport the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
8/26/24 • 32:41
In this episode, we welcome Shayne Kavanagh, Senior Manager of Research for the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and Academy Fellow, and Miles Murphy, Senior Analyst at the Academy, to discuss common concerns when investing in resilient infrastructure, the impact of uncertainty in preparing communities for natural disasters, and solutions communities can implement even with constrained resources.Links from the Academy:Modern Climate Adaptation Governance and Financing StrategiesLinks from GFOA:Putting Assets to WorkRethinking BudgetingConveying Hazards and Natural Catastrophes Through Extracted SimulationsSupport the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
8/19/24 • 34:51
In this episode, we welcome Michelle Alletto, Texas Health and Human Services Chief Program and Services Officer and Academy Fellow, to discuss public health programs contributing to resilience, what good government looks like in the area of resilience, and the importance of intersectoral and intergovernmental relationships. Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
8/12/24 • 29:04
In this episode, we welcome Elaine Duke, former Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Academy Fellow, to discuss the role the DHS plays in building and maintaining resilient communities. Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
8/5/24 • 32:33
In this episode, we welcome Opal Mauldin-Jones, City Manager of Lancaster, Texas and Academy Fellow, to discuss what good government looks like to her, the importance of collaboration with surrounding counties and cities, and resources for engaging with the community.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
7/29/24 • 30:36
In this episode, we welcome Judge James Baker, Former Chief Judge for the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces and Academy Fellow, and Academy Senior Project Director Roger Kodat, to discuss the key takeaways and lessons learned from a report with the FJC that researched best workplace practices across the Judiciary. LinksRead the recent report here. Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
7/22/24 • 41:14
In this episode, we welcome David Adkins, Executive Director and CEO of the Council of State Governments and Academy Fellow, to discuss bringing different government bodies together at the state level, experimenting with innovative ways to engage the public, and preserving democracy for future generations.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
7/15/24 • 33:01
In this episode, we welcome Joel Gurin, President and Founder of the Center for Open Data Enterprise (CODE) and Academy Fellow, to discuss the importance of open data and how it can be used to enable more effective governance. Links:Mapping Racial Equity: From Data to Communitieshttps://www.opendataenterprise.org/ Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
7/8/24 • 34:25
In this episode, we welcome Chris Koliba, Distinguished Professor at the University of Kansas School of Public Affairs and Administration and Academy Fellow, to discuss liberal democratic accountability standards, inclusive governance, and ways to strengthen democracy in today's environment. Links:Read: Liberal democratic accountability standards and public administration Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
7/1/24 • 30:18
In this episode, we welcome Tony Allen, President of Delaware State University, to discuss how HBCUs play a pivotal role in achieving social equity and racial justice. Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
6/24/24 • 32:29
In this episode, we welcome Dr. Margaret Simms, Non Resident Fellow at the Urban Institute and Academy Fellow, to discuss advancing opportunities for communities, increasing the understanding of DEI, and how to start improving racial justice. Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
6/17/24 • 29:22
In this episode, we welcome Mohamad Alkadry, Professor of Public Policy at the University of Connecticut and Academy Fellow, to discuss the importance of striving towards equity. Register and learn more about the 2024 SELC here Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
6/10/24 • 30:20
In this episode, we welcome Janet Weiss, Chair of the Academy's Board and Academy Fellow, to discuss the future of the Academy.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
6/3/24 • 34:47
In this episode, we welcome Tracy Wareing Evans, former CEO and President of the American Public Human Services Association (APHSA) and Academy Fellow, to discuss the challenges facing the public workforce responsible for delivering human services. Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
5/27/24 • 31:47
In this episode, we welcome Bill Leighty, Senior Strategic Advisor to the Dean of the L Douglas Wilder School of Public and Government Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University and Academy Fellow, to discuss recruitment and retainment of civil servants at the state level, the importance of internship and outreach programs, and the skillsets the incoming workforce needs.Link:Book--Capital SecretsSupport the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
5/20/24 • 30:18
In this episode, we welcome Dan Chenok, Executive Director of the IBM Center of the Business of Government and Academy Fellow, to discuss the importance of public and private sector collaboration and ways to address the challenges facing public service today. Additionally, learn more about the IBM/NAPA Future Shocks series here.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
5/13/24 • 33:18
In this episode, we welcome Sara Mogulescu, President of the Volker Alliance and Academy Fellow, to discuss the pipelines to public service, the challenges of federal recruiting, and the role of public service in democracy.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
5/6/24 • 29:59
In this episode, we welcome Byron Adkins, Associate Director for Operations at the Farm Credit Administration and Academy Fellow, to discuss his career in public service from the military to the Hill and to different federal agencies.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
4/29/24 • 30:05
In this episode, we welcome Larry Cooley, Academy Fellow, and Dr. Joe Mitchell, Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Academy, to discuss the Academy's new report on the role of Public Administration in protecting free and fair elections. Links:View the ReportSupport the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
4/22/24 • 25:35
In this episode, we welcome Dr. Matt Auer, Dean and Arch Professor at the University of Georgia's School of Policy and International Affairs and Academy Fellow, to discuss bridging the gap between science and governance, the most pressing issues for environmental stewardship, and how government agencies can find a balance between conservation and access to resources. Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
4/15/24 • 30:49
In this episode, we welcome Susan Offutt, former Chief Economist at the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and Academy Fellow, to discuss the links between agriculture and climate change, the importance of interagency collaboration, and the skills one needs to be an effective public administrator while navigating a changing climate. Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
4/8/24 • 31:58
In this episode, we welcome Dr. Harry Lambright, Professor of Public Administration, International Affairs, and Political Science and the University of Syracuse and Academy Fellow, to discuss management concepts learned from NASA, how environmental studies intersect with space policy, and how government can persist over many years to solve grand challenges. Mentioned Books:Lambright, W., NASA and Politics of Climate Research: Satellites and Rising Seas. Palgrave, 2023.Eggers, W and Kettl, D., Bridgebuilders: How Government Can Transcend Boundaries to Solve Big Problems. Harvard Business Review Press, 2023.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
4/1/24 • 30:41
In this episode, we welcome Mark Kim, Chief Executive Officer of the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) and Academy Fellow, to discuss the challenges of financing water systems, the importance of working across boundaries, and the need for sustainable water infrastructure. Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
3/25/24 • 31:17
In this episode, we welcome Cathy Bailey, Executive Director of Greater Cincinnati Waterworks and Academy Fellow, to discuss the need for awareness of water system services in communities, the effect of capital investment and affordability on the systems, and the different challenges between small, medium, and large water utility systems.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
3/18/24 • 31:57
In this episode, we welcome Academy Fellow JoAnne Speers to discuss her passion for local government and her career through the private and public sector. This conversation includes her views on addressing different issues through the League of California Cities and the importance of ethical decision making in the public sector.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
3/11/24 • 30:47
In this episode, we welcome Academy Fellow Dr. Karen Hardy, an internationally-recognized Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) expert and the creator of the 'Flip this Risk' book series and podcast, to discuss her career in ERM and the importance of understanding and addressing risk in public administration.Read the 'Flip this Risk' Book Series: https://www.amazon.com/Flip-This-Risk%25C2%25AE-Book-Series-4-book-series/dp/B098ZXQ7T6 Listen to the 'Flip this Risk' Podcast: https://www.flipthisriskpodcast.com/ Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
3/4/24 • 29:04
In this episode, we welcome Academy Fellow Joel Spangenberg, Acting Director of the Selective Service System (SSS), to discuss SSS' mission to contribute to the nation's military forces, its potential to support other types of public service, and its transformation into a more agile agency. The participation of Mr. Spangenberg, Acting Director of the Selective Service, in this National Academy of Public Administration (the Academy) podcast does not suggest an endorsement of the Academy or Academy services and products.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
2/26/24 • 33:18
In this episode, we welcome Academy Fellow Barbara Bovbjerg, Former Managing Director of Education, Workforce and Income Security at the Government Accountability Office, to discuss her task force's findings on labor policies and retirement security. This episode covers her task force's findings as well as the overall challenges of older workers and workers with physically challenging jobs. Links: View the Report: Older Workers Retirement SecuritySupport the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
2/19/24 • 27:23
In this episode, we welcome Academy Fellow Dr. Lisa Coleman, Senior Vice President for Global Inclusion and Strategic Innovation at New York University, to discuss what lies ahead for people evaluating their early careers and how the lessons of the recent past can inform the future of work. Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
2/12/24 • 34:50
