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KakaComputer : Weekly Guide for IT Insights122 - Code for the People: Inside the BetterGov MovementOn this episode, we have Ryana Que, Andrew Concepcion, and Waffen Sultan joining us to discuss "Code for the People: Inside the BetterGov Movement" and how open-source developers are reshaping digital governance in the Philippines.The Philippines' digital infrastructure has long been a source of frustration for its citizens, with outdated websites and confusing processes creating barriers to essential services. We explore the BetterGov Movement, a grassroots, volunteer-driven initiative using open-source technology to build a more user-friendly and transparent national government portal. We talk to these civic tech advocates about turning citizen frustration into...
2025-10-2918 min
The Venn DialoguesSending Trash & PrayersFollow us on social media (see bottom of notes for accounts) and share an episode with a friend or family member. Join the conversation on socials using #RecycleMeLife in plastic is actually not fantastic. Today we talk about Recycling. The big, small and in-between about how we can all try more in our recycling efforts and WHY. In the “What's Facts Got to Do With It? Segment” we explore the history of recycling in the USA and what a journey we are still on. See resources below. Let us know what you think....
2025-01-211h 50
LEADERS IN CONSULTINGEp 70 - David Lewis - Mastering Government Contracts: Expert Advice for Winning Long-Term Government ProjectsSend us a text Join David W. Lewis, Chief Digital and Information Officer at BetterGov, in a revealing conversation about navigating the complexities of government contracts, building lasting client relationships, and BetterGov's unique operational philosophies.David brings his extensive experience to this episode, sharing practical tips and shedding light on BetterGov's innovative approaches.You'll learn:1. Strategies for navigating long lead times in government projects2. BetterGov's unique approach to making clients self-sufficient3. Three essential tips for winning government contracts effectively4. Building trust and long-term partnerships with clients
2023-12-1244 min
SimoncastDavid Greising: Journalism for Better Policy and Accountable Government – Episode 02Simoncast host John Shaw of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute speaks with David Greising.(Photo Courtesy Better Government Association / bettergov.org)CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, talks about how the BGA is using journalism as a tool for better policy and a more open and accountable government, the differences between nonprofit and for-profit news, how collaboration in journalism leads to great stories, and his perspective on Illinois political culture.This episode was recorded on July 20, 2022.Hosted by John Shaw. Produced and edited by Jaclyn Durcholz. This podcast is produced through a...
2023-06-2858 min
Sip With MeThe Fight to save Navy Pier’s Crystal GardensIn this special investigative episode, we speak with Celine Wysgalla, the Chicago resident who formed a now viral petition to save the Crystal Gardens, a free indoor botanical garden located on the famous Navy Pier. Plus, we discuss the muddied political history of Navy Pier that she found as wild as we did.
With almost 20,000 signatures in just a matter of days, it would appear it is only the beginning of the fight to save the Crystal Gardens, currently slated to be replaced by Illuminarium, a completely virtual attraction that utilizes footage from places like the African Safari and Outer...
2021-09-3041 min
Sip With MeThe Fight to save Navy Pier’s Crystal GardensIn this special investigative episode, we speak with Celine Wysgalla, the Chicago resident who formed a now viral petition to save the Crystal Gardens, a free indoor botanical garden located on the famous Navy Pier. Plus, we discuss the muddied political history of Navy Pier that she found as wild as we did. With almost 20,000 signatures in just a matter of days, it would appear it is only the beginning of the fight to save the Crystal Gardens, currently slated to be replaced by Illuminarium, a completely virtual attraction that utilizes footage from places like the African Safari and Outer...
2021-09-3041 min
Beat A Dead SourceMusic and Terrible People Who Are Also Great Artists w/ Jarred! | Episode 29First I want to clear up that Jarred is both a great artist and a great person so there's no trouble listening to his fantastic music.Secondly, we've got music on the podcast! We talk with Jarred about some problems with some truly great composers who were also problematic in a number of ways. And of course by problematic, I mean they were pedophiles.We're talking music, we're talking art, and we're talking about if it's OK to still like the great art that's put out by bad people.--
2020-09-211h 34
Future HindsightKeeping Government Accountable: David GreisingInvestigations Get Results Since 1957, BGA investigations have uncovered corruption and unfair practices throughout Chicago and the state of Illinois. A recent investigation of police shootings in predominantly African-American neighborhoods of Cook County found that of 113 shootings over seven years, none led to disciplinary action. After the findings were published, a state law was enacted requiring an investigation each time a police officer discharges their weapon. BGA also investigated and exposed the corruption of Alderman Burke in the 14th Ward of Chicago, who is now under federal indictment on multiple charges. When governments are faced with evidence of...
2019-11-3026 minFuture HindsightKeeping Government Accountable: David GreisingInvestigations Get Results Since 1957, BGA investigations have uncovered corruption and unfair practices throughout Chicago and the state of Illinois. A recent investigation of police shootings in predominantly African-American neighborhoods of Cook County found that of 113 shootings over seven years, none led to disciplinary action. After the findings were published, a state law was enacted requiring an investigation each time a police officer discharges their weapon. BGA also investigated and exposed the corruption of Alderman Burke in the 14th Ward of Chicago, who is now under federal indictment on multiple charges. When governments are faced with evidence of...
2019-11-3026 minFuture HindsightKeeping Government Accountable: David GreisingInvestigations Get Results Since 1957, BGA investigations have uncovered corruption and unfair practices throughout Chicago and the state of Illinois. A recent investigation of police shootings in predominantly African-American neighborhoods of Cook County found that of 113 shootings over seven years, none led to disciplinary action. After the findings were published, a state law was enacted requiring an investigation each time a police officer discharges their weapon. BGA also investigated and exposed the corruption of Alderman Burke in the 14th Ward of Chicago, who is now under federal indictment on multiple charges. When governments are faced with evidence of...
2019-11-3026 min
As The Ale House TurnsEpisode 6: Andy ShawLiz and Bruce welcome former journalist and political reporter, Andy Shaw.
And here's the link for Andy's interview with Daniel Ellsberg: www.bettergov.org/news/special-ep-…-daniel-ellsberg
2018-06-2100 min