Management Matters with James-Christian Blockwood
Management Matters with James-Christian Blockwood brings together government and private sector leaders for in-depth conversations about the big issues impacting public service, government and more. A podcast of the National Academy of Public Administration.
Episodes
263 episodes
Larry Allen of GSA on the Impact of AI on Government Acquisition: Special Crossover with GovExecTV
AI has the potential to transform the way citizens interact with the government and the way agencies deliver services to citizens. In previous episodes we have heard from a number of Executive Branch leaders on the promises and potential ...
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The What, How and Why of AI with Jen Pahlka of Code for America and Wole Moses of Microsoft Federal Civilian
AI is at the center of public debate. What does the future look like when Large Language Models are incorporated into crucial decision-making processes that have, to this point, been almost entirely human. Our guests this week can help us answe...
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Between Two Dons - The Impact on Public Service after 100 Days of Trump with Don Moynihan and Don Kettl
After a brief hiatus, we're back! In this episode of the new and refreshed Management Matters, host and Academy President James-Christian Blockwood discusses the impact of President Trump's first 100 days on public management with experts and A...
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MM Rewind: Performance Management and an Effective Government with Jonathan Womer
Originally Aired, February 5, 2024In this episode, we welcome Jonathan Womer, Director of the Department of Administration for Rhode Island and Academy Fellow, to discuss tailoring ...
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MM Rewind: What States are Doing to Promote Hiring with Joe Barela
Originally Aired, February 5, 2024In this episode, we welcome Academy Fellow Joe Barela, Colorado's Executive Director of Labor and Employment, to discuss Colorado's workforce pract...
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MM Rewind: Strengthening Democracy through Accountability with Dr. Chris Koliba
Originally Aired: July 1, 2024In this episode, we welcome Chris Koliba, Distinguished Professor at the University of Kansas School of Public Affairs and Administration and Academy F...
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MM Rewind: Defining Good Governance with John Koskinen
Originally Aired: September 23, 2024In this episode, we welcome John Koskinen, Former Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service and Academy Fellow, to discuss the importance of tr...
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AI in Election Security: Lessons Learned and the road ahead with Marci Andino, John Cohen, and John Gilligan
This originally aired on GovExec TV.The 2024 elections concluded smoothly, but what lessons did we learn about AI’s impact on election security? A distinguished panel—including John Gilligan of the Center for Internet Security, ...
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AI in the Public Sector: GenAI in Governance
This originally aired on GovExec TV.The IBM Center for the Business of Government has unveiled “Navigating Generative AI in Government,” a comprehensive report authored by Alex Richter. This session delves into the report’s find...
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Emerging Trends in AI with David Wennergren & Gary Shapiro
This originally aired on GovExec TV.The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) promises a glimpse into the future of AI and its transformative implications for government and governance. Gary Shapiro, CEO of the Consumer Technolog...
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The States as AI Laboratories with Alan Shark & Doug Robinson
This originally aired on GovExec TV.State governments are at the forefront of AI innovation, leveraging their role as "laboratories of innovation" to pioneer new applications. Amanda Crawford, Texas CIO and NASCIO President, and...
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Wendy Bhagat, Martha Dorris, & James McCament on the Evolution of AI Government Services
This originally aired on GovExec TV.Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing how citizens interact with government agencies and access services. Leaders like Chief AI Officers (CAIOs), CX/EX Officers, and Chief Transformation ...
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Special Edition Crossover Episode: Laura Stanton on Technology Innovation and Procurement Strategies
This is a crossover episode of the Business Government HourJoin host Michael Keegan for a Special Edition of The Business of Government Hour – The National Academy of Public Administration FALL MEETING SERIES. This fifth in a s...
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Special Edition Crossover Episode: Suzanne Vares-Lum on Strengthening East-West Relations
This is a crossover episode of the Business Government HourJoin host Michael Keegan for a Special Edition of The Business of Government Hour – The National Academy of Public Administration FALL MEETING SERIES. This fourth in a ...
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Special Edition Crossover Episode: Francis Fukuyama on Democratic Institutions and Public Service
This is a crossover episode of the Business Government HourJoin host Michael Keegan for a Special Edition of The Business of Government Hour – The National Academy of Public Administration FALL MEETING SERIES. This third in a s...
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Special Edition Crossover Episode: Ed DeSeve on Public Service and Agile Strategies
This is a crossover episode of the Business Government HourJoin host Michael Keegan for a Special Edition of The Business of Government Hour – The National Academy of Public Administration FALL MEETING SERIES. This second in a ...
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MM Rewind: Competence in Government with Janet Hale
Originally Aired: September 2, 2024In this episode, we welcome Janet Hale, former government official and Academy Fellow, to discuss the importance of competence in government and what i...
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Special Edition Crossover Episode: Strategies and Insights for Leading through the Unexpected with Chris Mihm
This is a crossover episode of the Business Government HourJoin host Michael Keegan for a Special Edition of The Business of Government Hour – The National Academy of Public Administration FALL MEETING SERIES. This first in a s...
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A Field Guide for Financing Integrated Data Systems and Evaluation in the Public Sector
In this episode, we welcome Academy Fellows, Kathy Stack and Pari Sabety, and Academy Director of Studies,
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A Playbook for Organizational Health with John Kamensky, Joe Mitchell, and Amanda Mullan
In this episode, we welcome Academy Fellow, John Kamensky, Academy Director of Strategic Initiatives and International Programs, Dr. Joe Mit...
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The 2024 Presidential Election as a Stress Test for American Democracy
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 ...
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The 2024 Webb Lecture with Jennifer Rubin
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 Podcas...
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How to Communicate about Good Government with Dr. Frank Luntz
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:
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The Importance of Public Administration and Liberal Democracy with Rep. Jamie Raskin (Opening Staats Lecture from Academy 2024 Fall Meeting)
In this episode of Management Matters, we are sharing remarks from Congressman Jamie Raskin's Elmer Staats Lecture at the Academy's 2024 Fall Meeting. In the lecture, Congressman Raskin speaks on why the field of public administration is more v...
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The Evolving Nature of Informal Policymaking with Melinda Ritchie
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...
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