Management Matters with James-Christian Blockwood

In this episode, we welcome Academy Fellow, John Kamensky, Academy Director of Strategic Initiatives and International Programs, Dr. Joe Mitchell, and Academy Project Director, Amanda Mullan, to discuss the Academy's new report on Organizational Health and Performance and how it compares to the 2018 Academy report.Links:Strengthening Organizational Health and Performance in Government (2018)Office of Management and Budget: Strengthening Organizational Health and Performance in Government (2024)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_

In this episode, we share remarks from the plenary session at the Academy's 2024 Fall Meeting. In the panel, moderated by Chris Koliba, Sara Mogulescu, Jodi Sandfort, and Paul Verkuil discuss the implications of the 2024 election on democratic institutions and the public service.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Disclaimer: This speech was edited from its original version for time constraints.Music 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_

In this episode, we share remarks from Webb Lecture speaker, Jennifer Rubin, at the Academy's 2024 Fall Meeting. In the lecture, Rubin discusses the upcoming administration and how public servants may need to adapt.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Disclaimer: This speech was edited from its original version for time constraints.Music 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_

In this episode, we share remarks from Dr. Frank Luntz at the Academy's 2024 Fall Meeting. In the lecture, Dr. Luntz discusses the effect of language on public administration and public policy outcomes.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Disclaimer: This speech was edited from its original version for time constraints.Music 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_

Congressman Jamie Raskin highlights the crucial role of public administration in preserving democratic values. He traces the evolution of America from monarchy to representative democracy, emphasizing the U.S. Constitution's structure. Raskin calls for government efficiency while championing the integrity of civil service. The talk celebrates the resilience of democracy, fueled by the hope of younger generations, and reflects on Thomas Paine's influential writings, linking past struggles for self-governance to today's challenges.

In this episode, we welcome Melinda Ritchie, associate professor in the Department of Political Science at the Ohio State University, to discuss her Brownlow award winning book on backdoor lawmaking, and the importance of trust and transparency as this type of lawmaking evolves. Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190

In this episode, we welcome Alexis Bonnell, CIO and Director Digital Capabilities Directorate at the Air Force Research Laboratory and Academy Fellow, to discuss a continuous learning mindset regarding technology, the phases of learning and using AI, and what the future of working with AI may look like for public administrators.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_FollowApple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastRSS Feed

In this episode, we welcome Bob Westbrooks, former Inspector General and Academy Fellow, to discuss his work on transparency in Ukraine, why transparency resonates with the American public, and how agencies can balance transparency with 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_FollowApple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastRSS Feed

In this episode, we welcome Shannon Portillo,  Director of the School of Public Affairs at Arizona State University and Academy Fellow, to discuss the mechanics of ASU's democracy lab, the safety and security of election officials, and encouraging voter participation. 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_FollowApple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastRSS Feed

In this episode, we welcome Jonathan Womer, Director of the Department of Administration for Rhode Island and Academy Fellow, to discuss tailoring performance management techniques to individual states, recommendations for engaging with communities, and how to keep government effective over the long term.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_FollowApple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastRSS Feed