55 episodes

As the central resource for cities on the intersection of government, data, and innovation, the Data-Smart City Pod from Harvard University's Data-Smart City Solutions features leaders and experts in governance, innovation, and research.

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    • 4.9 • 9 Ratings

As the central resource for cities on the intersection of government, data, and innovation, the Data-Smart City Pod from Harvard University's Data-Smart City Solutions features leaders and experts in governance, innovation, and research.

    Navigating Trust in the Digital Landscape with Jacqueline Lu

    Navigating Trust in the Digital Landscape with Jacqueline Lu

    In this episode host Stephen Goldsmith interviews Jacqueline Lu, co-founder of Helpful Places about the transition from traditional hardscapes to digital infrastructure, and how to prioritize trust and transparency while collecting data in the public sphere.

    • 23 min
    Framing Equity Work with Data: The Tucson Strategy

    Framing Equity Work with Data: The Tucson Strategy

    In this episode, Stephen Goldsmith interviews Tucson's Chief Equity Officer Laurice Walker and Equity Data Manager Laura Sharp about using data and mapping to reshape city policies and services to prioritize equity, and how to lay the groundwork for lasting transformation.

    • 26 min
    Time and Trust with Brad Keywell

    Time and Trust with Brad Keywell

    In this episode, Stephen Goldsmith interviews entrepreneur Brad Keywell, about the importance of time. They discuss how urgency, efficiency, and trust are crucial in maximizing outcomes and resident satisfaction, highlighting the need for leaders to prioritize decisive action and leverage technology to optimize processes.

    • 22 min
    Tackling Homelessness with Strategic Data and Skills

    Tackling Homelessness with Strategic Data and Skills

    In this episode, Stephen Goldsmith interviews Carin Clary, director of Homelessness and Housing at Harvard's Government Performance Lab, about the challenges faced by cities in addressing homelessness, the role of data in guiding effective interventions, and innovative approaches to reshaping homeless response systems.

    • 23 min
    The Essential Capabilities for Problem-Oriented Governance with Jorrit de Jong

    The Essential Capabilities for Problem-Oriented Governance with Jorrit de Jong

    In this episode Stephen Goldsmith talks with Jorrit de Jong, director of the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University, about his new research on the crucial role of collaborative capabilities, data analytics, and innovation in addressing complex urban challenges.

    • 18 min
    Exclusive: Collaborating Across Sectors in Cities

    Exclusive: Collaborating Across Sectors in Cities

    In this episode hear an exclusive conversation, moderated by host Stephen Goldsmith, with Chao Guo, professor of nonprofit management at the University of Pennsylvania and G.T. Bynum, mayor of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

    • 29 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
9 Ratings

9 Ratings

eri770 ,

Great listen

I like that the episodes are bite-sized, with some really interesting guests too! 🤩

margeg775 ,

Interesting, under-explored topics

Get a quick, digestible look into the interface of government and technology that everyone says is important but the specifics of which are usually hidden away in industry papers and memos.

Norajustine ,

What a show!

The editing is top notch and Professor Goldsmith is a rare mind.

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