The Lobby Shop

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The Lobby Shop lets listeners tune in to conversations between Washington insiders who are directly involved in the biggest political and policy issues of our day. Hosted by Josh Zive, Paul Nathanson, Caitlin Sickles, and Dylan Pasiuk of Bracewell's Policy Resolution Group and Liam Donovan of Targeted Victory, this weekly podcast dives into the most recent news from Capitol Hill and beyond with input from foremost experts in their respective fields. Have a topic you'd like to hear discussed on the show? We'd love to hear from you! Send your feedback, thoughts, and suggestions to thelobbyshop@policyres.com.

  1. JAN 8

    Setting the Table for 2026: Tariffs, Messaging, and the Midterm Map

    Kicking off the first The Lobby Shop episode of 2026, hosts Josh Zive, Caitlin Sickles, Dylan Pasiuk, and Liam Donovan take stock of the political forces already shaping the year ahead. The conversation spans looming Supreme Court decisions on IEEPA tariffs, the communications challenges facing parties heading into a midterm year, and what recent elections signal for House and Senate control. The group also examines government funding deadlines, legislative strategy in an election year, and why expectation management may matter as much as policy outcomes in the months to come.

    14 min
  2. Washington Reopens: The Fallout, the Politics, and What Happens Next

    11/21/2025

    Washington Reopens: The Fallout, the Politics, and What Happens Next

    With the federal government reopened, Lobby Shop hosts Josh Zive, Paul Nathanson, and Liam Donovan break down the political fallout and how both parties are repositioning. They then turn to the Virginia and New Jersey election results and what they signal for the 2026 midterms, assess ongoing redistricting battles, and discuss how the economy—including inflation and tariff policy—may shape voter sentiment.

    24 min
  3. Stalemate in Washington: Shutdown Politics and Election Forecasts

    10/24/2025

    Stalemate in Washington: Shutdown Politics and Election Forecasts

    As the U.S. enters its fourth week of the government shutdown, The Lobby Shop team breaks down where the pain points are emerging, the political strategies driving the standoff, and what potential paths forward might look like. Hosts Josh Zive, Dylan Pasiuk, and Liam Donovan examine how Democrats have stayed unified, what's motivating both parties to hold their lines, and what it may take to end the shutdown. They also preview the upcoming Virginia and New Jersey elections, exploring how these off-year races could serve as national bellwethers for both parties heading into 2026.

    25 min
  4. Tariffs on Trial: Rick Woldenberg's Fight at the Supreme Court

    10/10/2025

    Tariffs on Trial: Rick Woldenberg's Fight at the Supreme Court

    In this crossover episode of The Lobby Shop and Talking with One Voice podcasts, The Lobby Shop team is joined by Omar Nashashibi to talk with Rick Woldenberg, CEO of Learning Resources and hand2mind, who is the plaintiff in the landmark Supreme Court case challenging tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), scheduled for argument in November. Rick discusses his company, the impact of the tariffs, and why manufacturing all his products in the United States isn't feasible. He also shares why he chose to pursue the case when larger companies and trade associations declined—and what it's like to be in the media spotlight during such high-stakes litigation.

    30 min
  5. Shutdown Showdown

    10/03/2025

    Shutdown Showdown

    The Lobby Shop team breaks down Washington's latest shutdown, what sparked it, and how long it might last. From Chuck Schumer's political calculus to Donald Trump's influence on negotiations, the team explores the pressure points that could end the standoff – and make a few bold predictions along the way.

    20 min
  6. Congress Returns: Funding Fights and Trade Uncertainty

    09/17/2025

    Congress Returns: Funding Fights and Trade Uncertainty

    The Lobby Shop returns as Congress faces make-or-break funding deadlines. Caitlin, Paul, Dylan, Josh, and Liam explore government shutdown brinkmanship and the newest moves on trade and tariffs, including the tariff court fight that is headed to the Supreme Court that could redefine U.S. trade policy.

    33 min
  7. August Uncertainty: Tariffs, Trade Turbulence & the Funding Fight

    08/07/2025

    August Uncertainty: Tariffs, Trade Turbulence & the Funding Fight

    This week on The Lobby Shop, the team dives into the storm brewing in Washington as Congress heads into August recess. Josh Zive and Paul Nathanson dissect President Trump's latest tariff moves and their ripple effects on American manufacturers already navigating a volatile trade landscape. Meanwhile, Liam Donovan and Dylan Pasiuk forecast the high-stakes battle over government funding, with a shutdown threat looming large. From economic jitters to political brinkmanship, this episode delivers the insights you need to stay ahead of the curve—don't miss it.

    19 min
  8. An Inside Look at the National Energy Dominance Council (NEDC) with Brittany Kelm, NEDC Senior Policy Advisor

    08/05/2025

    An Inside Look at the National Energy Dominance Council (NEDC) with Brittany Kelm, NEDC Senior Policy Advisor

    In this special episode of The Lobby Shop podcast, guest hosts Scott Segal, partner and co-head at the Policy Resolution Group (PRG), and Kyle Spencer, principal at PRG, sit down with Brittany Kelm, Senior Policy Advisor for the White House on the National Energy Dominance Council (NEDC). The three of them dive into the mission of the NEDC, the day-to-day role of the Council, and how the NEDC tackles regulatory challenges in advancing U.S. energy production. Brittany also highlights the importance of stakeholder engagement and NEDC's coordination with other agencies. Don't miss this inside look at energy policy from the front lines of the White House.

    33 min
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About

The Lobby Shop lets listeners tune in to conversations between Washington insiders who are directly involved in the biggest political and policy issues of our day. Hosted by Josh Zive, Paul Nathanson, Caitlin Sickles, and Dylan Pasiuk of Bracewell's Policy Resolution Group and Liam Donovan of Targeted Victory, this weekly podcast dives into the most recent news from Capitol Hill and beyond with input from foremost experts in their respective fields. Have a topic you'd like to hear discussed on the show? We'd love to hear from you! Send your feedback, thoughts, and suggestions to thelobbyshop@policyres.com.

Information

  • Creator
    Bracewell
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Bracewell
  • Show Website
    The Lobby Shop