54 episodes
Good Government Show Valley Park Productions
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5.0 • 8 Ratings
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We’re from the government; we’re here to help you!
It’s true, ask the millions of people across the country who have been touched by government services that gave them a ride to the supermarket, or got them a library book, or built them a house, or gave them a new suit for a job interview.
Because all of those services are provided by your government every day in every state, county, and town, it’s all because Good Government provides good services and creates good projects for Americans.
There is a lot of distrust in the government; many people think the government wants to tax you, make it hard to start a business or throw up too many rules. But in reality, the government works hard every day to ensure we have clean water, fresh air, open roads, modern hospitals, good schools, and are safe.
But the government also gets involved in the details. And these are the good stories we are going to tell on The Good Government Show.
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A Conversation with the Charlie Dent Executive Director and Vice President of the Aspen Institute Congressional Program
Charlie Dent left Congress because he was critical of the direction both his Republican Party and Congress was taking. Listen as he explains how Congress works and the direction it’s taking. And hear how he is actually helping to improve government from the outside.
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National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco
Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
Hosts/Reporters: Carol D'Auria and David Martin
Producers: Carol D'Auria, David Martin, Jason Stershic
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A Conversation with the Craig Buerstatte Deputy Assistant Secretary for Regional Affairs for the U.S. Economic Development Administration
Some in politics have called for the elimination of the Department of Commerce. As Craig Buerstatte, the deputy assistant secretary for regional affairs for the The Economic Development Administration explains, that would be a mistake. His group has one mission, to support communities, cities, towns, rural areas and their efforts to improve their business and economic environments. Just listen to the range of help his office provides.
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Thanks to our sponsors:
National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco
Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
Hosts/Reporters: Carol D'Auria and David Martin
Producers: Carol D'Auria, David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic -
A Conversation with Mason County Commissioner Kevin Shutty
Kevin Shutty is setting off a bit of a national seafood fight. He claims his Puget Sound shellfish are the best in the nation. Take that Maryland and New England. As a Mason County Commissioner on Puget Sound in Washington, clean water and the sea are vital to his county. Listen to the work he does to keep the fish healthy.
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Thanks to our sponsors:
National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco
Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
Hosts/Reporters: Carol D'Auria and David Martin
Producers: Carol D'Auria, David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic -
A Conversation with Greenbrier County Commissioner Tammy Tincher
Going back to hear about West Virginia always makes for a good conversation. With some good planning and luck, tourism might be a boon for Greenbriar County and the state. Join me and my conversation with County Commission President Tammy Tincher.
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Thanks to our sponsors:
National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco
Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
Hosts/Reporters: Carol D'Auria and David Martin
Producers: Carol D'Auria, David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic -
A Conversation with City of Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards
Listen to how Tacoma Washington Mayor Victoria Woodards is working to attack the city’s two biggest problems, homelessness and rising crime. But this is a dynamic mayor and working to make her city better.
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Thanks to our sponsors:
National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco
Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
Hosts/Reporters: Carol D'Auria and David Martin
Producers: Carol D'Auria, David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic -
The Resilience of Hawaii with Councilwoman Ashley Kierkiewicz
As Maui, Hawaii slowly begins its recovery efforts, we wanted to go back and listen to our conversation with Hawaii County Councilwoman Ashley Kierkawicz and hear how she responded to a volcanic eruption on her island, different disaster, but another Hawaiian crisis requiring good government.
How to Help Maui:
Hawaii Community Foundation
Maui United Way
Maui Rapid Response
GoodGovernmentShow.com
Thanks to our sponsors:
National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco
Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
Hosts/Reporters: Carol D'Auria and David Martin
Producers: Carol D'Auria, David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic
Customer Reviews
Goid government
Great show ! It’s nice to hear stories of government doing good!
Love the Good Government Show
Fantastic podcast - I highly recommend show for anyone interested in government
There is good in Government!
The Good Government Show is a great podcast with the goal of sharing stories about how local governments are doing their best to help people, proving that there are publicly elected officials who are trying to make the world a better place starting with their own backyard. I really enjoyed the stories that hosts David and Carol shared about a variety of projects and initiatives from all across the US; feel good stories about helping veterans, rehabilitating prisoners, revitalizing towns and creating community centers, and even cleaning up man-made waterways. They include interviews with public officials and organizers, so you’re not just hearing about these things from the hosts but from the individuals directly involved as well, which is great. Plus, this show doesn’t care if you’re left or right, blue or red, liberal or conservative, republican or democrat. I highly recommend listening to this podcast and its stories yourself, and I look forward to season two!