Civic Trust Podcast

Matt Harder
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Civic Trust Podcast is about bringing the topic of civic innovation to real people. We highlight the people, policies, and projects driving civic innovation now. We will have casual discussions about how governments and organizations are engaging their constituents in new ways, becoming more democratic, and leading the way in 21st century governance.

Episodes

  1. Feb 5

    S1 Ep2 - What Real Civic Engagement Looks Like, with Holly Russon Gilman

    On this episode of the Civic Trust Podcast, host Matt Harder speaks with Holly Russon Gilman, a leading voice in democratic innovation whose work spans from the White House, academia, and cities across the U.S. Holly shares her perspective on what’s actually working in civic engagement today, and why participatory budgeting stands out as a model that gives residents real power, not just a seat at the table. Drawing on years of research and hands-on experience, Holly explores how participatory budgeting builds civic agency, breaks down silos, and creates deeper, more relational forms of democracy. The conversation also looks beyond PB to broader trends in democratic innovation, including citizen assemblies, deliberative processes, and the importance of transparency and follow-through in public engagement.

    48 min

  2. 11/21/2025

    S1 Ep1 - The Urgent Need to Upgrade Local Governments. Featuring Matt Harder

    Join host Alexander Lipka in conversation with Matt Harder, founder and CEO of Civic Trust, as they explore the origins and growth of Civic Trust, and their unique brand of Participatory Budgeting. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Civic Trust is making civic engagement more intuitive, rewarding, and impactful through technology. From lessons learned during the Occupy movement to groundbreaking projects in Atlanta, Denver, and beyond, discover what it takes to empower residents, inspire government innovation, and reshape how communities make decisions that matter.

    31 min
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Civic Trust Podcast is about bringing the topic of civic innovation to real people. We highlight the people, policies, and projects driving civic innovation now. We will have casual discussions about how governments and organizations are engaging their constituents in new ways, becoming more democratic, and leading the way in 21st century governance.

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  • Creator
    Matt Harder
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    2
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    © Matt Harder
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    Civic Trust Podcast