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Good Government Show

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Good Government Show
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  • Good Government Show

    Sports and Mac and Cheese in DC

    18/06/2026 | 33 mins.
    Big changes are underway in Washington DC. As the USA celebrates its 250th, it's evolving. Nina Albert is the deputy mayor for planning and economic development and there's a lot of both in the Capitol City.
    Brought to you by The Good Government Institute, bringing together proven ideas, principled leaders, and real-world solutions to strengthen how we govern—not by reinventing the system, but by advancing what already works.
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    Ourco
    Good News For Lefties (and America!) - Daily News for Democracy (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)
    How to Really Run a City
    Leading Iowa: Good Government in Iowa's Cities (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)
    The Context: A Podcast by the Charles F. Kettering Foundation
    The Good Government Show is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.
    The Royal Cousins: How Three Cousins Could Have Stopped A World War by Jim Ludlow
    Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
    Host/Reporter: David Martin
    Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
    Editor: Jason Stershic
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    Talking sports with the Mayor of Orlando

    16/06/2026 | 30 mins.
    Buddy Dyer is the Mayor of Orlando and he sees sports as a big part of his city. Listen to how he has built up his sports city and thoughts for other cities.
    Brought to you by The Good Government Institute, bringing together proven ideas, principled leaders, and real-world solutions to strengthen how we govern—not by reinventing the system, but by advancing what already works.
    GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors:
    HelloNation
    Ourco
    Good News For Lefties (and America!) - Daily News for Democracy (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)
    How to Really Run a City
    Leading Iowa: Good Government in Iowa's Cities (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)
    The Context: A Podcast by the Charles F. Kettering Foundation
    The Good Government Show is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.
    The Royal Cousins: How Three Cousins Could Have Stopped A World War by Jim Ludlow
    Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
    Host/Reporter: David Martin
    Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
    Editor: Jason Stershic
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    One year on the job with the Mayor of Berkeley

    09/06/2026 | 35 mins.
    In her first year on the job as Mayor, Adena Ishii calls it the best job ever. Listen to how she has succeeded in the job, just one year in.
    Brought to you by The Good Government Institute, bringing together proven ideas, principled leaders, and real-world solutions to strengthen how we govern—not by reinventing the system, but by advancing what already works.
    GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors:
    HelloNation
    Ourco
    Good News For Lefties (and America!) - Daily News for Democracy (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)
    How to Really Run a City
    Leading Iowa: Good Government in Iowa's Cities (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)
    The Context: A Podcast by the Charles F. Kettering Foundation
    The Good Government Show is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.
    The Royal Cousins: How Three Cousins Could Have Stopped A World War by Jim Ludlow
    Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
    Host/Reporter: David Martin
    Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
    Editor: Jason Stershic
  • Good Government Show

    Wind Power, It's A Part of the Future

    02/06/2026 | 35 mins.
    As parts of the federal government attempt to shut down and defund alternative energy sources, like wind power. I wanted to hear from an expert in the field about where we are and what the state of wind power is.
    Brought to you by The Good Government Institute, bringing together proven ideas, principled leaders, and real-world solutions to strengthen how we govern—not by reinventing the system, but by advancing what already works.
    GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors:
    HelloNation
    Ourco
    Good News For Lefties (and America!) - Daily News for Democracy (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)
    How to Really Run a City
    Leading Iowa: Good Government in Iowa's Cities (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)
    The Context: A Podcast by the Charles F. Kettering Foundation
    The Good Government Show is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.
    The Royal Cousins: How Three Cousins Could Have Stopped A World War by Jim Ludlow
    Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
    Host/Reporter: David Martin
    Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
    Editor: Jason Stershic
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    Good Health in the Med City

    26/05/2026 | 34 mins.
    Rochester is America's City for Health. It's the home of the world-famous Mayo Clinic. Listen to how the mayor of Rochester manages a city with this huge partner. And learn how to move with the mayor.
    Brought to you by The Good Government Institute, bringing together proven ideas, principled leaders, and real-world solutions to strengthen how we govern—not by reinventing the system, but by advancing what already works.
    GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors:
    HelloNation
    Ourco
    Good News For Lefties (and America!) - Daily News for Democracy (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)
    How to Really Run a City
    Leading Iowa: Good Government in Iowa's Cities (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)
    The Context: A Podcast by the Charles F. Kettering Foundation
    The Good Government Show is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.
    The Royal Cousins: How Three Cousins Could Have Stopped A World War by Jim Ludlow
    Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
    Host/Reporter: David Martin
    Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
    Editor: Jason Stershic
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About Good Government Show
The Good Government Show is a premier podcast dedicated to exploring the critical work of public service in America. We feature in-depth conversations with governors, senators, mayors and county commissioners, providing insights into leadership, crisis management and the best practices that drive effective government. Join us for a serious and thought-provoking look at modern governance, where policy meets practice and where every conversation is a lesson in dedication, innovation and public accountability.
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