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TransformGov Talks TransformGov Talks : January 2026Our event from the 28th of January 2026. Matt Wood-Hill, MHCLG, and Linda O'Halloran, TPXimpact on public service market-shaping Patrick Diamond, Professor in Public Policy, Queen Mary, University of London, on what we've learned from 25 years of research on government effectiveness

2026-01-291h 04

Civic Punks Something Cool - UK GovCamp - The event that is reshaping the UK Public ServiceWhat happens when you take away the agenda, the speakers, and the carefully curated programme—and just let public servants talk? In this episode, I dive into UKGovCamp, one of the most unusual—and surprisingly effective—events in the world of public service. It’s an unconference: no preset sessions, no keynotes, and no guarantees, other than the fact that you’ll end up in thoughtful, sometimes messy, often brilliant conversations with people who care deeply about making government work better. UKGovCamp is chaotic by design. But it’s also incredibly well-orchestrated—and that tension is exactly wha...

2026-01-1437 min

TransformGov Talks TransformGov Talks : December 2025 Caroline Star, Operations Director at School of International Futures, on Governing Beyond the Now: Why Policy Needs a Long View and How We Get There Derek Alton, Host & Chief Explorer at Civic Punks, on A Journey Into the Future of Government: What does 21st-century government that works for people and the planet look like?

2025-12-111h 04

TransformGov Talks TransformGov Talks : November 2025 Rachel Coldicutt, Careful Industries, on local government AI procurement and a new version of Consequence Scanning Katy Beale, Chief Delivery and Engagement Officer - Digital and Innovation, Westminster City Council, on Rethinking Local Government Technology

2025-12-031h 02

TransformGov Talks TransformGov Talks : October 2025 Ed Humpherson, Office for Statistics Regulation, on why 'transformation' has been so challenging for official statistics. Dr Lauren Petrie, Government Internal Audit Agency, on the GIAA's work with data and AI

2025-10-3059 min

Civic Punks Welcome to Rethinking the BuyGovernment spends more money than any other business or sector. It is one of the most powerful levers we have to tackle the great challenges of our time, to shape markets and improve communities. Yet it is broken. But it doesn't have to be. Join Lina Svensburg, Marcela Jabor and myself as we dig into the exciting world of procurement and the innovations that are transforming how government spends its money. In this first episode, meet my two co-hosts, what drove them to procurement and what our goals and aspirations are for this podcast.

2025-10-1929 min

Ishmael Interactive Forget politics; the hard stuff is governanceJoin Ishmael Interactive this week as we talk to Derek Alton, government veteran and soon-to-be globetrotting Youtube star :)Alton has spent years inside government digital transformation efforts and now plans to travel the world documenting what he calls "civic punks"—the unglamorous rebels who ignore political theatre to fix the actual machinery of state.While politicians debate policy, civil servants quietly pioneer innovations from disaster-mapping systems to privacy-first digital identities, proving that the most radical work in government happens far from the spotlight, in the technical decisions that determine whether the state can actually deliver on...

2025-10-1728 min

TransformGov Talks TransformGov Talks : September 2025Dr Moira Nicolson, Lead Behavioural Scientist (Cabinet Office) and Honorary Research Fellow (UCL) plus Holly Marquez, Senior Behavioural Scientist, (Cabinet Office) on "Failing Forward: Why Planning for AI Disasters Unlocks Breakthrough Innovation" Ben Sauer, author/speaker/coach: teaching people the art of strategic storytelling, on 'Always Be Creating Clarity: Daily habits for strategic storytelling'

2025-09-251h 14

Civic Punks 🔍 What Enables Public Sector Innovation in Emerging Economies? with Tamara ZakhariaIn this episode, I sit down with Tamara Zakharia to explore insights from her recent report from the UN on the enabling conditions for public sector innovation in emerging economies. We dive into her practical and thoughtful framework—covering everything from strategic direction and governance models to the internal and external enablers that help innovation take root and thrive. Whether you're working in government, policy, or global development, this is essential listening for anyone trying to support change in complex contexts. Read the full report here: https://publicadministration.desa.un.org/projects/strengthening-national-capacities-design-and-implement-public-sector-innovation-strategy 🎥 Subscribe for more...

2025-09-1445 min

Civic Punks Travel Diaries Samarkand - Reflections in Registan Square with Caroline StarFor my final dispatch from Samarkand, I reunite with Caroline Star from the School of International Futures — this time in the breathtaking Registan Square. We reflect on a week full of inspiration, connection, and big ideas at the UN Public Service Forum. Caroline shares highlights from her foresight workshop, and we both take a moment to appreciate the powerful closing talk by Robyn Bennett that left many of us deeply moved. It’s a fitting end to a beautiful week in a city full of history and hope for the future of public service. ✨ Watch Robyn’s talk her...

2025-09-1404 min

Civic Punks Travel Diaries Samarkand - Innovation Labs in Action (Closing Reflections)In this special dispatch from Samarkand, I’m joined by Almero Oosthuizen from the Western Cape Government (South Africa) and Alejandra Rodas Gaiter from the Innovation Lab for Bogotá (Colombia). Together, we reflect on our experience speaking at the closing plenary panel: Innovation Labs in Action. We dive into some big themes: 🧠 Shifting mindsets inside government 🌱 Moving from ego-centric to eco-centric innovation 🏛️ Why real change needs structures that go beyond the lab It’s honest, hopeful, and a little bit punk — a fitting wrap to an incredible forum. ✨ Hit subscribe for more b...

2025-09-1405 min

Civic Punks Travel Diaries Samarkand - UN Public Service Forum Wrap-Up Reflections with Robyn BennettAs we wrap up an incredible few days in Samarkand, I sit down with the brilliant Robyn Bennett, whose closing repertoire reflection was a highlight for many at the forum. In this conversation, Robyn shares the key themes, big ideas, and quiet moments that stood out — from innovation and inclusion to the unexpected connections that made this gathering so memorable. It’s a thoughtful close to a week full of learning, laughter, and global public service energy. ✨ Watch Robyn’s full talk here: https://www.youtube.com/live/jI3Gq77GmrI ✨ Subscribe for more Civic Punks disp...

2025-09-1404 min

Civic Punks Something Cool - Reimaginning Employment in South Africa with Kate PhilipsWhat happens when a country treats employment as a public good, not just a market outcome? In this episode of Something Cool—a CivicPunks series that spotlights bold thinkers reshaping the public sector—I sit down with Kate Phillip, Program Lead for South Africa's Presidential Employment Stimulus Program, one of the most ambitious public employment programs in the world. South Africa is facing a deep unemployment crisis. But instead of leaving it solely to the market, Kate and her team asked a radical question: What if government took direct responsibility for creating meaningful work? The result? A nation-scale initiative that...

2025-09-1440 min

Civic Punks Travel Diaries Berlin - Systems Thinking, Trust & Transformation with Dr. Louis KleinAnother dispatch from the Creative Bureaucracy Festival—this time from the official podcast studio in Berlin! I sit down with Dr. Louis Klein, head of the International Federation for Systems Research, for a wide-ranging conversation that spans continents and big ideas. We talk about his work supporting education reform in Morocco, the growing breakdown of trust in public systems, and why systems thinking matters more than ever. It’s also Louis’s first time at the Festival—so we dig into his impressions, the energy of the community, and what gives him hope for the future of bureaucracy done better...

2025-09-1411 min

Civic Punks Travel Diaries Berlin - Reimagining Public Institutions with Mikko AnnalaIn this episode of Civic Punks at the Creative Bureaucracy Festival, I sit down in the festival's "official" podcast studio with Mikko Annala from Demos Helsinki. We discuss the bold work that Mikko and his team are doing to reimagine how institutions operate in the 21st century—from building new governance models to driving systems-level change. We dig into his partnership with Apolitical, The Transition Collective, and TIAL to create a global community on Reimagining Public Institutions. We also take a moment to reflect on the evolution of the Festival itself—and Mikko shares his hopes for what comes next...

2025-09-1411 min

Civic Punks Travel Diaries Berlin - Three tensions shaping our future with Dr. Alex RyanIn this episode from my time at the Creative Bureaucracy Festival, I sit down with Dr. Alex Ryan to unpack some of the key insights from the recent gathering of the States of Change Network. Alex shares three powerful tensions the group explored—tensions that could shape how we respond to the unravelling of key systems in our society. From the future of democracy to the role of institutions, this conversation is a thought-provoking look at what comes next and how changemakers can navigate complexity with care and courage. This one’s for anyone thinking deeply about public sector inno...

2025-09-1403 min

Civic Punks Canada's Decline Part 1 - An interview with the Dais's Viet VuJoin me in this first episode of my series exploring why Canada has slipped from 3rd to 47th in the UN E-Government rankings. I sit down with Viet Vu, co-author of the DAIS Report, "Byte-Sized Progress: Assessing Digital Transformation in the Government of Canada." Access the full report here: http://bit.ly/4hlUlQh Note: The report initially referenced Canada's 2023 ranking at 46th. By 2024, the ranking had further declined to 47th.

2025-09-1450 min

Defenders on TV Podcast Industries The Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 "The Last Panther"John and Derek are back with The Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 "The Last Panther". Another great Marvel series from executive producer Ryan Coogler comes to an end with an episode that wraps up the past, present and future of Wakanda in the finale. Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 "The Last Panther" Details Executive Producer: Ryan Coogler Series helmed by: Todd Harris Episode Written by: Geoffrey Thorne Episode Directed by: Todd Harris Spoiler Filled Synopsis: In Ethiopia, in the middle of a raging battle between the Ethiopians and the invading Italian army, Prince Tafari and the War Dog Kuda recover the Wakandan...

2025-08-1526 min

TV Podcast Industries Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 ReviewJohn and Derek are back with The Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 "The Last Panther". Another great Marvel series from executive producer Ryan Coogler comes to an end with an episode that wraps up the past and present and sets the future of Wakanda in motion in the series finale.Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 "The Last Panther" DetailsExecutive Producer: Ryan CooglerSeries helmed by: Todd HarrisEpisode Written by: Geoffrey ThorneEpisode Directed by: Todd HarrisSpoiler Filled Synopsis: In Ethiopia, in the middle of a raging...

2025-08-1526 min

Marvel Podcast From TV Podcast Industries Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4John and Derek are back with The Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 "The Last Panther". Another great Marvel series from executive producer Ryan Coogler comes to an end with an episode that wraps up the past and present and sets the future of Wakanda in motion in the series finale.Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 "The Last Panther" DetailsExecutive Producer: Ryan CooglerSeries helmed by: Todd HarrisEpisode Written by: Geoffrey ThorneEpisode Directed by: Todd HarrisSpoiler Filled Synopsis: In Ethiopia, in the middle of a raging...

2025-08-1526 min

Monsters Among Us True Terror from Texas: Chilling Tales from the Lone Star State (Sn. 19 Ep. 25)You know what they say, everything's ̷b̷i̷g̷g̷e̷r̷ spookier in Texas. Keep it spooky and enjoy! This episode was pre-recorded, so we want to take a moment here to say that our hearts are with the families devastated by the July 4th floods in Texas. We are sending you all of our love. Season 19 Episode 25 of Monsters Among Us Podcast, true paranormal stories of ghosts, cryptids, UFOs and more, told by the witnesses themselves. SHOW NOTES: Support the show! Get ad-free, extended & bonus episodes (and more) on Patreon - https...

2025-07-081h 01

Futuro Público Policrisis Creativa: Voces Iberoamericanas para innovar lo público¿Qué aporta Iberoamérica al debate global sobre innovación pública en tiempos de policrisis? En este episodio especial desde el Creative Bureaucracy Festival 2025 en Berlín, le hicimos esta pregunta a 9 líderes y expertos de la región. Hablamos de resiliencia y creatividad, alianzas público-privadas, GovTech e innovación para proteger y transformar la democracia. Un recorrido con acento latino sobre cómo innovar entre las grietas, desde la carencia, la inestabilidad crónica y esa habilidad tan nuestra de “hacer alcanzar” recursos finitos para problemas complejos. Porque si algo está en nuestro ADN, es saber cómo hacer...

2025-06-2632 min

TransformGov Talks TransformGov Talks seventh episode! Antonio Weiss on his new book, "AI Demystified" Becky Miller, Defra, on designing policy with complex evidence

2025-06-261h 03

TransformGov Talks TransformGov Talks sixth episode!Our sixth event took place at the MoJ on the 28th of April 2025. First up was Noel Hatch from Adur & Worthing Councils who spoke about how they are redesigning their organisation to have a strong neighborhood focus. This was followed by Lucy Makinson from the government's AI incubator i.AI who spoke about Consult — an AI tool for enhanced public consultation analysis.

2025-05-2956 min

TransformGov Talks TransformGov Talks fifth episode!Wednesday 30th April 2025. Catherine Day, Cabinet Office, on participatory government Kara Kane, also Cabinet Office, on Test, Learn and Grow

2025-05-011h 07

Civic Punks UK's Digital Centre - Part 1 - The State of Digital Government🚨 Major Update Alert! 🇬🇧 The UK just dropped its biggest digital government announcement in over a decade! Dive into this four-part series to understand what happened and why it matters. 🎥 In this first episode, I dissect the "State of Digital Government" report, a brutally honest look at the current state. I'll guide you through the crucial insights and lay the foundation for the UK's ambitious digital trajectory. 🔜 Up next: Video 2: https://youtu.be/5wIWUlRSayw Video 3: https://youtu.be/4PYzlqfzdDk Video 4: https://youtu.be/M4b7kWbN5O8 🔔 Subscribe for my videos explorin...

2025-03-3007 min

TransformGov Talks TransformGov Talks fourth episode!For our fourth event we have the following two excellent speakers. Henry Midgley, Durham University, on Holding Government to Account: Democracy and the National Audit Office Kirsty Innes, Labour Together, on the future of Digital ID

2025-03-2759 min $Let\'s Think Digital$

Let's Think Digital Let's Keep Thinking DigitalThis is the final episode of the Let's Think Digital podcast in its current form. I've been thinking a lot about transitions recently. Last month, I had the honour of being asked to serve as Vice President of Learning and Leadership at the Institute of Governance. The IOG is a not-for-profit, non-partisan organization that I’ve worked with for a number of years that does important work to advance good public governance. Its mission is needed now more than ever as governments are under increased expectations to modernize and evolve to meet the moment. I'm excited to ta...

2025-03-0324 min

TransformGov Talks TransformGov Talks third episode!For our third event we had the follow two excellent speakers. Miriam Levin, Director of Participatory Programmes, Demos, on 'Involving citizens in policymaking - the Citizens' White Paper and beyond' Sarah Crandall, Engagement Lead and Senior Digital, Data and Technology Adviser, DSIT, on 'The new GDS'

2025-03-021h 02

Civic Punks Key Trends from 2024 and Things to Watch in 2025In this podcast, I share my thoughts on the most important trends from 2024 that are impacting public service. I'll also share my top picks for the must-read books and must-listen podcasts for public servants around the globe. To cap it off, I discuss the critical developments I'm keeping an eye on for 2025 that could shape our work in the public sector. Don't miss out on these insights to stay informed and at the front edge of our field!

2025-02-1011 min

TransformGov Talks TransformGov Talks second episode!For our second event we have Simon Manby and Holly Simpson from the MoJ speaking about digital and policy teams working together. Also Isadora Schappell and Anna Goulden from UCL's Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose on missions and the Public Sector Capability Index.

2024-12-071h 05

TransformGov Talks TransformGov Talks first episode!TransformGov Talks first event. Andreas Varotsis speaking about the government's AI incubator and Jeni Tennison on the new DSIT external advisory panel.

2024-10-281h 01 $Let\'s Think Digital$

Let's Think Digital Speakers' Corner at FWD50 (with Alistair Croll and Rebecca Croll)If you haven’t heard of FWD50, you should! It’s one of the premiere conferences on digital modernization in government and exists to help answer one vital question: How do we use technology to make society better for all? Many of this season’s podcast conversations were recorded on location at the conference in Ottawa last November.On this episode of Let’s Think Digital you are going to get an opportunity to hear directly from some of the participants in last year’s conference. We had set-up a Speakers’ Corner booth where we invited anyone at FWD50 who...

2024-03-1542 min

Metro East Sports Podcast Season 5; Episode 1. Featuring: Derek Jarman and Nick Smith; Dylan Dudley; Rob Milazzo, Tom Blaha, and James Herring.In this first episode of Season 5, Civic Memorial's longest-tenured Coach, Derek Jarman, and new Head Football and current Head Baseball Coach, Nick Smith, are in the studio to talk about the big changes on the horizon for their school. Jarman talks about taking over as Athletic Director in the 25-26 year, and Smith discusses his new gig leading the Eagles on the gridiron. They share their vision for their new roles, and they discuss their professional journeys, which have led them to this point. Next up, Alton's Head Basketball Coach Dylan Dudley is back to talk about the Redbirds...

2024-02-061h 05

Friday Night Groove 01-26-24 Friday Night Groove: All Vinyl Edition #301-26-24 Edition of The Friday Night Groove on 88.3 WXOU FM. Third edition of the all vinyl series. Set List: Manhattan Project - Do U Wanna Dance [Club U Nite Records] Conspiracy Dubz - I Need You [Rhythm N Vibe] Kobe JT - Dreaming [Shall Not Fade] Derek Michael - Cruise Control [DETROIT UNDERGROUND] Erika - Anion (Eris Drew's Body Rock Remix) [Interdimensional Transmissions] Max Watts & Huey Mnemonic - Echoes of Change [Limited Network] Eddie Logix & Jo Rad Silver - Callin' D...

2024-01-2957 min

Dark Poutine - True Crime and Dark History Update: Stanley Park’s Babes in the Woods IdentifiedEpisode 301: In episode thirteen of Dark Poutine, we covered the Babes in the Woods case, a tragic and long-unsolved mystery from Vancouver. In 1953, the skeletal remains of two children were discovered in Stanley Park, one of Vancouver's largest urban parks. What made this case, particularly haunting was that the children were found with a hatchet that appeared to have been used to end their lives. The identities of the two children remained unknown for almost 70 years until, in 2022, using DNA genealogy, the Vancouver Police were able to identify the boys believed to have died sometime in 1947. They were seven-year-old Dere...

2024-01-221h 01

Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show The Don Tony Show 1/20/2024The Don Tony Show, hosted by Don Tony (recorded 1/20/24). Some Topics Discussed: SETH ROLLINS TEARS MCL AND MENISCUS: Don Tony breaks down the severity of the injury, expected treatment, and explains why he SHOULD BE OK TO WORK WRESTLEMANIA 40. But will he be forced to RELINQUISH the World Heavyweight Championship on RAW? BETTING WEBSITES FOR WEEKS HAD CM PUNK listed as the FAVORITE to win 2024 WWE ROYAL RUMBLE. One week away from Royal Rumble, a new favorite has emerged. Don Tony has the latest. BAYLEY SURPASSES BECKY LYNCH as the FAVORITE to win 2024 WWE WOMEN'S ROYAL RUMBLE NEW POLICE BODYCAM...

2024-01-192h 27

Monsters Among Us Sn. 16 Ep. 12 - Goatmen, dark entities and the mysterious men in blackSeason 16 Episode 12 of Monsters Among Us Podcast, true paranormal stories of ghosts, cryptids, UFOs and more, told by the witnesses themselves. SHOW NOTES: Tonight's Sponsor - https://www.monstersamonguspodcast.com/sponsors For ad-free, extended & bonus episodes, support MAU on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/monstersamonguspodcast MAU Merch Shop - http://www.monstersamonguspodcast.com/shop Lake Worth Monster - https://www.wfaa.com/video/news/daybreak-rewind-the-lake-worth-goatman/287-8212241 Grinning Goatman of White Rock Lake - https://paranormal-world.fandom.com/wiki/Grinning_Goatman_of_White...

2024-01-041h 11

Murder Files Unsealed "The Babes in the Wood" Murders - Unsolved True CrimeThe Babes in the Wood murders is a haunting and tragic case that has captured the attention of the public and law enforcement agencies in Canada. This case revolves around the mysterious and heartbreaking death of two brothers, Derek and David D'Alton, alternatively known as David and Derek Bousquet. Their story is not only a tale of an unsolved crime but also a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the impact of such tragedies on families and communities.BackgroundThe case dates back to the mid-20th century in the serene and picturesque surroundings...

2023-12-1106 min

Monsters Among Us Sn. 16 Ep. 5 - Deadly ghosts, lake monsters and the infamous mothmanSeason 16 Episode 5 of Monsters Among Us Podcast, true paranormal stories of ghosts, cryptids, UFOs and more, told by the witnesses themselves. SHOW NOTES: Tonight's Sponsor - BetterHelp - Visit BetterHelp.com/monstersamongus for 10% off your first month of professional online therapy. Coupon code: MONSTERSAMONGUS Tonight's Sponsor - Miracle Made - Visit TryMiracle.com/MONSTER & use code MONSTER for 3 free towels and an additional 20% off your order (Self-cleaning & self-cooling sheets are already discounted 40%!) For ad-free, extended & bonus episodes, support MAU o...

2023-11-091h 04

Wholly Buyable 70: The Crippled Child (2 Samuel 6-9)David's rule begins as he crushes army after army, builds his citadel in Jerusalem and adopts his best friend's son.It all starts off so well...Chapters covered: 2 Samuel 6-9Written and produced by Chas BayfieldMusic by Michael Auld and Jon Hawkins MusicCover Art by Lisa GoffDownload Snakes and Angels, a Secular Walk through the First Five Books of the Bible, here:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Snakes-Angels-Secular-through-First-ebook/dp/B0CGR6PHQ4/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=snakes+and+angels&qid=1696807532&sr=8-2All of t...

2023-10-1022 min

Monsters Among Us Sn. 15 Ep. 16 - Old Texas tales, a haunted ambulance and a wild man in the cellarSeason 15 Episode 16 of Monsters Among Us Podcast, true paranormal stories of ghosts, cryptids, UFOs and more, told by the witnesses themselves.SHOW NOTES:Shadows in the Desert: High Strangeness in the Borrego Triangle Premiere Tickets - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shadows-in-the-desert-high-strangeness-in-the-borrego-triangle-premiere-tickets-674900123437For ad-free, extended & bonus episodes, support MAU on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/monstersamonguspodcastMAU Merch Shop - http://www.monstersamonguspodcast.com/shopLake Nasworthy Monster - http://texascryptidhunter.blogspot.com/2011/01/lake-nasworthy-monster.htmlDonkey Lady Bridge - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QC3...

2023-07-201h 05

Wholly Buyable 20: The New Rules (Exodus 17-20)They may have made it safely out of Africa.They may have food.but now the Israelites are thirsty.Here in the Book of Exodus, the people set out from the Desert of Sin, following wherever God leads them. With nothing to drink, they vent their frustration at Moses. Moses too is unhappy: he wishes that they would simply trust God and not test him by these outbursts of anger.Seriously worried that some of them might ac...

2022-10-1820 min

Wholly Buyable 10: Forbidden Love (Genesis 31-34)Jacob and his family have made a break for freedom from his uncle, Laban.Driving sheep goats and 11 children is a slow process, and after seven days, Laban and his men finally catch up with the fugitives. Jacob has no fighting men with him, just his wives, their handmaids and his children.Laban meanwhile has his sons and after seven days of chasing, the men’s blood is up. Out of aces and needing to diffuse the situation with his furious in-laws, Jacob turns to face Laban.CreditsAll...

2022-08-0920 min

Stories from the Open Gov Ep61 - Jennifer Pahlka | We worked hard to not be a "vendor"Code for America was founded in 2009, since then it has grown into a national tour de force, driving massive government change and spawning other "Code For"’s all over the world. We had a chance at this year's Code for America Summit to sit down with founder Jennifer Pahlka to reflect back on the journey to get here and to look forward to what is next both for Code for America and for her, including a soon to be released book. Yes, you heard it here first! Jennifer Pahlka’s Twitter account https://twitter.com/pahlkadot Code for America’s Twitte...

2022-07-0616 min

Stories from the Open Gov ep60 - Alex Howard | An Open Gov Reality CheckIn our crazy messy world, we need a reality check on open governments! Who better to give us this reality check than writer, digital governance expert and long time open government advocate Alex Howard. We had a chance to sit down with Alex at this year's Code for Canada Summit where we discussed not only the current health of democracy but also brainstormed solutions to strengthen our civic capacity. Alex Howard’s Twitter account twitter.com/digiphile The Digital Democracy Project’s Twitter account twitter.com/DigitalDemocrcy Code for America’s Twitter account twitter.com/codeforamerica Richard Pietro’s Twitter account ...

2022-06-1529 min

Stories from the Open Gov ep59 - Amanda Renteria | Hope QuantifiedWe spoke with Amanda Renteria, Code for America CEO, moments after the conclusion of the 2022 Code for America Summit and discuss what is next for the organization and how the pandemic changed how we see hope in government. Amanda Renteria’s Twitter account twitter.com/AmandaRenteria Code for America’s Twitter account twitter.com/codeforamerica Richard Pietro’s Twitter account twitter.com/richardpietro Derek Alton’s Twitter account twitter.com/DerekAlton ReOpenGov Twitter account twitter.com/re_open_gov The Voice of Stories from the Open Gov is Maurice Mendes ABOUT Stories from the Open Gov is a podcast published by www.r...

2022-06-0813 min

Stories from the Open Gov ep58 - Jessica Cole | Gov & Civic Tech Working TogetherHow can governments more effectively work with civic tech communities to deliver results? Great question, we are glad you asked. This has been a big theme at this year’s Code for America Summit. We sat down to discuss this with Jessica Cole, co-founder and CEO of U.S. Digital Response (USDR), a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that helps governments, nonprofits, and public entities respond quickly to critical public needs. Jessica Cole’s Twitter account twitter.com/jessunscripted US Digital Response’s Twitter account twitter.com/USDResponse Code for America’s Twitter account twitter.com/codeforamerica Richard Pietro’s Twitter account twitter.co...

2022-06-0118 min

Stories from the Open Gov ep57 - 2022 CfA Summit | Day 2 AnalysisThe Code for America Summit has given us two days of incredible sessions, keynotes and community as we explored the future of government service delivery in a post pandemic world. Join us as we sit down to unpack all that we heard, what it means and where we go next. To help us with this analysis we had three friends join us: Jessica Cole’s Twitter account twitter.com/jessunscripted Maya Love’s Linkedin account linkedin.com/in/maya-love/ Tiasia O’Brien’s Twitter account twitter.com/tiasiaobrien Code for America’s Twitter account twitter.com/codeforamerica Richard Pietro’s Twitter acco...

2022-05-191h 12

Stories from the Open Gov ep56 - 2022 CfA Summit | Speaker's Corner Part 2It is day two of the Code from America Summit, and the place is a buzz with energy and ideas. Join us as we wander the summit floor and talk with people to find what the summit theme “Building a Path Forward Together” means to them and hear their highlights. We hear from: Maya Love, Data Science Fellow at Coro Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/maya-love/ Maani Stewart, Senior Policy Analyst at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Alex Howard, Director of the Digital Democracy Project Twitter: twitter.com/digiphile Earnest Salgado, GSI for University of Chicago Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/e...

2022-05-1805 min

Stories from the Open Gov ep55 - 2022 CfA Summit | Speaker's Corner Part 1What’s happening on the ground at this year's Code for America Summit? We wanted to find out, so we wandered around with a mic and asked people two questions: What does the theme of the summit: “Building a Path Forward Together” mean to them? What has been one of the highlights of the summit? Get a window into the best parts of the summit from five people who were there: Michelle Partogi, Service Designer at Code for America Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/michellepartogi/ Matthew Adendroff, Data Science Lead for Open Cities Lab Twitter: twitter.com/opencitieslabza Heather Benninghoven, Strategy Analys...

2022-05-1806 min

Stories from the Open Gov ep54 - 2022 CfA Summit | Day 1 AnalysisDay 1 of the Code for America Summit was jam packed. Join us as we do a breakdown of the key themes and trends and breakdown what this means for the future of civic tech. To help us with this analysis we had two friends join us: Ben Treviño the Brigade Program Director for Code for America and Mohith Rao the Brigade Captain for OpenSTL. Ben Treviño’s Linkedin account linkedin.com/in/ben-trevino-35930a11/ Mohith Rao’s Twitter account twitter.com/localtechsupp Code for America’s Twitter account twitter.com/codeforamerica Richard Pietro’s Twitter account twitter.com/richardpie...

2022-05-1854 min

Stories from the Open Gov ep53 - A Dive into Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and AccessibilityOne of the key themes for the Code for America Summit is Diversity Equity and Inclusion but what does this actually mean and how do we do it meaningfully so it's not just window dressing? To help us unpack this meaty and complex topic we enlist the help of three key and entertaining thinkers in the space here at the summit. Due to scheduling, this was recorded in two parts: Part 1: Brian Whittaker is the newly minted Acting Chief Innovation Officer for the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. He is is well known in Federal tech circles with over 10 years of...

2022-05-1850 min

Stories from the Open Gov ep52 - Octavia Abell | Governance beyond PoliticiansWe sit down with Octavia Abell, the founder and CEO of Govern for America at the 2022 Code for America Summit. Octavia shares the story of Govern for America and its work to build the next generation of public servants. She also tells us her reflections on this year's summit and how we can build a path forward together. Octavia Abell Twitter account twitter.com/octavia_abell Govern for America Twitter account twitter.com/GovForAmerica Code for America twitter.com/CodeforAmerica Richard Pietro Twitter account twitter.com/richardpietro Derek Alton twitter.com/DerekAlton ReOpenGov Twitter account twitter.com/re_open_gov ...

2022-05-1707 min

Stories from the Open Gov Ep51 - Ryan Ko | Pre-Hype SummitEvery year the Code for America Summit is the must go to event for civic techies and open data advocates from across the continent and around the world. After the pandemic forced us all online, finally we are able to come together for a hybrid in-person and online summit being hosted May 17-18 in Washington, D.C.. For this year's summit we are trying something new. Partnering with Code for America, Stories from the Open Gov will be doing semi-live podcasting throughout the event. Think of this as your window into the summit: a chance to hear from key speakers...

2022-05-1657 min

Murder, Mischief & Moscato The Bedside MurdererLynn brings us the horrific story of the Bedsit Murderer; Mary and Hanna combat that with some ABTD corner where Steven Edward Gooch and brothers Derek and David D'Alton get their identities back.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/murder-mischief-moscato--5466986/support.

2022-04-0645 min

Talks at New Haven Spiritual Disciplines - PrayerIn our newest episode of Talks at New Haven, Alton and Derek discuss the spiritual discipline of prayer.If you would like to contact us, you can find us at the following places:Instagram - @talksatnewhavenEmail - newhavenwv@gmail.comWebsite - www.newhavenwv.com--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

2022-03-2852 min

Cold Case Canada S3 E25 The Babes in the Woods UpdateIt's almost 70 years since they were found buried in Vancouver's Stanley Park, but now the Babes in the Woods have their names back. They were Derek and David D'Alton aged 7 and 6 when they were beaten to death with a hatchet. This episode is based on a chapter in my upcoming book Cold Case BC: the stories behind the province's most sensational murders and missing persons cases For more information, please visit my website evelazarus.com

2022-03-1033 min

Essential Dynamics with Derek Hudson Bruce Alton - The Drivers of Finding DriversCheck out Bruce Alton's framework at Product Opportunity MappingShane Parrish and his work on mental models can be found at Farnham Street Derek learned the Feedback Model from the Roy GroupPeer groups cited:Entrepreneurs' OrganizationYPOMacKay CEO ForumsTEC CanadaDerek is at derekhudson.ca.See full show notes at the Essential Dynamics Wiki.

2021-11-0922 min

Essential Dynamics with Derek Hudson Bruce Alton - Whiteboard Session on DriversCheck out Bruce Alton's framework at Product Opportunity Mapping.Derek Hudson is at derekhudson.ca.See full show notes at the Essential Dynamics Wiki.

2021-11-0222 min

Talks at New Haven Abram and Lot (Genesis Series)In our newest episode of Talks at New Haven, Pastor Josh, Alton, and Derek discuss the separation of Abram and Lot after they leave Egypt.If you would like to contact us, you can find us at the following places:Instagram - @talksatnewhavenEmail - newhavenwv@gmail.comWebsite - www.newhavenwv.com--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

2021-11-0148 min

The PSC In Conversation Living with Legacy, Part 7: Derek AltonHow can we make everyone feel like an insider in government?Our final Living with Legacy guest is self-proclaimed Digital Gov Geek, Derek Alton, who is on a mission to figure out how to open-source government.Join our podcast host, Antonio Weiss, and Derek as they discuss how technology can help make more people feel like insiders in government, examples of where tech has helped to precipitate social change, and whether legacy systems prevent transparency…Go and follow Derek on Twitter at @DerekAlton.

2021-10-1137 min

The Paper Lantern [Episode 12] Alton Wong - Account Exec at Google on Career-Life Goals, People Intelligence, and 'Life Abroad Culture'Alton Wong is a veteran of the marketing & sales world who has worked at leading Tech Companies including Microsoft, Salesforce, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Originally from Markham, a suburb of Toronto, Canada, Alton spent the last 2 years living abroad in Singapore. A trusted friend and fellow Cantonese expat, Alton shares his journey from studying accounting, breaking into the marketing world, and realizing his 'superpowers' as a high EQ sales leader. We cover a lot of ground and go deep into his experiences living in Asia, and relays his lessons learned about life goals, career experiences, and always being curious about...

2021-10-0955 min

Somewhere To Believe In Liberation with Danté StewartThis week – in what may be the best recommendation we’ve ever had – we’re talking to theologian, former American footballer, and probably Rowan Williams' biggest fanboy, Danté Stewart.With fire in his belly, Danté “takes us to church”, telling us the story of his own faith journey; from his childhood spent learning of Black revolutionary power, to his full immersion into white evangelical culture as a college football star. And, ultimately, his decision to turn his back on white evangelicalism and to re-nourish and re-build his spirituality and identity as a Black man instead.Plus, al...

2021-07-1658 min

Help A Human Out Where do we go from here?On July 25, 2021, former Officer Derek Chauvin was sentenced to 22.5 years in prison for the murder of George Floyd. Accountability is not the same as justice, so where do we go from here? What happens next? We don’t have all the answers. But we know that this list, can’t keep growing:MA'KHIA BRYANTMATTHEW "ZADOK" WILLIAMSDAUNTE WRIGHTJAMES LIONEL JOHNSONDOMINIQUE WILLIAMSMARVIN SCOTT IIIJENOAH DONALDPATRICK WARRENXZAVIER HILLROBERT HOWARDVINCENT BELMONTE

2021-06-3041 min

Essential Dynamics with Derek Hudson Bruce Alton - Product Opportunity MappingSee more about Derek Hudson and Essential Dynamics at derekhudson.ca.Check out Bruce Alton's framework at Product Opportunity Mapping.What is your Ikigai?Shane Parrish is at Farnham Street.Reed's Play about Greenland is "The Wrong People Have Money". Stay tuned for its release.See full show notes at the Essential Dynamics Wiki.

2021-06-1434 min

The Daily Poem Derek Walcott's "Sea Grapes"Sir Derek Alton Walcott, KCSL, OBE, OCC (23 January 1930 – 17 March 2017) was a Saint Lucian poet and playwright. He received the 1992 Nobel Prize in Literature.[1] He was the University of Alberta's first distinguished scholar in residence, where he taught undergraduate and graduate writing courses. He also served as Professor of Poetry at the University of Essex from 2010 to 2013. His works include the Homeric epic poemOmeros (1990), which many critics view "as Walcott's major achievement."[2] In addition to winning the Nobel Prize, Walcott received many literary awards over the course of his career, including an Obie Award in 1971 for his play Dream on Monkey Mountain, a M...

2021-05-2408 min

RAISING THE BAR SKOOLDAGOON speaks truth to power on Killing MeWhen a man leaves home via car, home, plane, or foot, the grim reality of not returning is a Black’s man ugly truth. The names Trayvon Martin, Philando Castile, Alton Sterling, Elijah McClain, George Floyd, Rayshard Brooks, Freddie Gray Jr, Eric Garner, Victor White III, Sean Bell represent a few of the thousands of dead unarmed black men killed by law enforcement. Most people pray for money, food, employment, and other routine requests to God. Black men in America pray not to get stopped by police to see any day of life. George Floyd’s death spar...

2021-05-2246 min

Dialed Health 70: 🏋️ The Olympic Lifting Program, Speed Wobbles, And Race TriggersWe talk with the Coach of the Olympic Lifting Program Katie Alton to get a idea of her training/riding history and why this program was developed. Answer to the question about speed wobbles Cycling Tips - Speed Wobbles I also dive into the anxiety I felt when signing up for a race. It honestly blindsided me and for that reason, I thought you might relate.

2021-04-281h 22

365 Brothers - Listening to Black Men RefinedWhile in college Ralph Monroe, III took a course on Blaxploitation. At the end of the course, the professor gave an impassioned speech to the students encouraging them to be cognizant of the legacy they leave behind. His words lead to Ralph discovering his purpose. His business is Refined Administration Services and his podcast is Refined and Refreshed. You've probably got an idea about his purpose. In addition to being an entrepreneur and podcaster, Ralph is also a poet and musician. Originally from Alton, Illinois, he currently resides in Chicago, Illinois. And, this first day...

2021-04-2258 min

Talks at New Haven The Creation Story (Genesis Series)In our newest episode of Talks at New Haven, Pastor Josh, Alton, and Derek discuss the creation story while also diving into much of the Ancient Near Eastern background. If you would like to contact us you can find us at the following places: Facebook and Instagram - @newhavenwvEmail - newhavenwv@gmail.comWebsite - www.newhavenwv.com--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

2021-04-1453 min $Reader\'s Hour$

Reader's Hour Episode 5 (with Thomas Rodgers Endersby)Reader's Hour is an Irish literary radio show on Quarantine FM presented by Anna D'Alton and Catherine Gallagher. This week we take you through the Censorship Act that had significant implications for media and literature in Ireland. We chat to poetry scholar Thomas Rodgers Endersby about the great Derek Mahon. We discuss some of the most well-known adaptations of Irish novels. Drop us a line: readershour@gmail.com

2020-12-0759 min

Neatly on the Rocks 2020 Holiday Gift GuideWith the holidays right around the corner, it's time to get serious about the presents for all the people on your list. Page is here with a bunch of gifts that are sure to fit the bill for any whiskey lover on your list. **************************************** FOOD/RECIPES Coffee: Derek Sips (whiskey-soaked) and Jarmans Craft Coffee (barrel-aged) Alton Brown’s Aged Eggnog Recipe - age it, I’m serious Scottish Fudge/Whisky Tablet Recipe SugarFina Bourbon Collection Set Popped Popcorn - all flavors are fabulous MADE...

2020-12-0253 min

Stories from the Open Gov ep45 - The Problem with Open Dataaimee whitcroft (lower case "a" and "w" is how she writes her name) is the Open Data lead for the Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency as well as an advisory Board member for the Open Data Charter. Derek Alton is a fellow at Newspeak House in London, England, a public servant for the Canadian government, and President for the Canadian Open Data Society. Both share a passion and keen ability at transforming how government governs. And today we explore this question: "What is the problem with Open Data" Time stamps: 1:34 - What is the Problem with Open Data? 13:30...

2020-10-1556 min $Let\'s Ruin It$

Let's Ruin It The Event Horizon Resort ep.1 - LRI Tabletop Sessions"Welcome to the Event Horizon Resort! The isolated luxury getaway for anyone who's anyone, right about the quaint forest town of Broken Bottle, Arizona. Ignore the rumors and enjoy our natural hot spring, sprawling library, and gourmet cuisine. Just remember, once you enter the Event Horizon, there's no turning back..." We follow Burt Trigger (Matt), Jones Ester (Izzy), and Derek "xXx_sT8nL3ss_Steel_xXx" Gains (Alton) as they enter the enigmatic Event Horizon Resort and discover the dangers within. We hope you enjoy this original campaign written by Cole and driven by the table top RPG "Monster...

2020-10-1100 min

Stories from the Open Gov ep44 - Announcing the Canadian Open Data SocietyThe Canadian Open Data Society (CODS) is a grassroots movement of passionate people on a mission to raise the awareness of open data in Canada and advocate for its use in all sectors. And today we we discuss its roots and future with three of its Board Members: - Reena Shaw, Data Scientist with Agile Blockchain and Steering Committee Member for the Toronto Machine Learning Summit. - Herb Lainchbury, CEO of Dynamic solutions and founder of Open Data BC. - Derek Alton, a fellow at newspeak house and Canadian public servant. Link to launch event https://www.eventbrite.ca/e...

2020-10-0845 min

Alegorías Los mariscadores de caracolasDerek Alton Walcott (1930 - 2017)1 fue un poeta, dramaturgo y artista visual santalucense.

2020-08-1803 min

Deep House Proposal Podcast Deep House Proposal Podcast 093 by Baris BergitenDeep House Proposal Podcast 093 by Baris Bergiten 01 Matthew Dekay - The Four Agreements (Martin Roth Beats Edit) / Anjunadeep 02 Gorje Hewek & Izhevski - Vetter (Peremen) / Shanti Moscow Radio 03 Fulltone - Fearless (Original Mix) / Kindisch 04 Timo Chinala - Circle of Life (Fulltone Remix) / Nie Wieder Schlafen 05 Lost Desert & Simon Vuarambon - Firedance ft. Sidartha Siliceo (M.O.S. Remix) / Souksonic 06 Lisandro (AR), Ikka - Poplars / Flug Lab 07 Minnado - In Silence (Original Mix) / Shanti Radio Moscow 08 Travertia - Vetka (Original Mix) / Forestrip Music 09...

2020-06-1200 min

The Midnight Myth Podcast Podcast BlackoutTrayvon Martin Tamir Rice Michael Brown Eric Garner Sandra Bland Freddie Gray Alton Sterling Philando Castile Botham Jean Atatiana Jefferson Ahmaud Arbery Doug Lewis Breonna Taylor George Floyd Tony McDade David McAtee This list is missing so many names, so many victims of police violence and hate crimes. The Midnight Myth stands with the victims and protestors of racial injustice and state-sanctioned violence. We invite our listeners...

2020-06-0702 min

Deep House Proposal Podcasts Deep House Proposal Podcast 093 By Baris BergitenDeep House Proposal Podcast 093 by Baris Bergiten 01 Matthew Dekay - The Four Agreements (Martin Roth Beats Edit) / Anjunadeep 02 Gorje Hewek & Izhevski - Vetter (Peremen) / Shanti Moscow Radio 03 Fulltone - Fearless (Original Mix) / Kindisch 04 Timo Chinala - Circle of Life (Fulltone Remix) / Nie Wieder Schlafen 05 Lost Desert & Simon Vuarambon - Firedance ft. Sidartha Siliceo (M.O.S. Remix) / Souksonic 06 Lisandro (AR), Ikka - Poplars / Flug Lab 07 Minnado - In Silence (Original Mix) / Shanti Radio Moscow 08 Travertia - Vetka (Original Mix) / Forestrip Music 09 Scibi - Always (Moe Turk Extended Remix) / Deepalma 10 Lee Burridge & Lost Desert - Moogami (Original Mix) / TRYBESof 11 BiGz...

2020-05-222h 01

Deep House Proposal Deep House Proposal Podcast 093 By Baris BergitenDeep House Proposal Podcast 093 by Baris Bergiten 01 Matthew Dekay - The Four Agreements (Martin Roth Beats Edit) / Anjunadeep 02 Gorje Hewek & Izhevski - Vetter (Peremen) / Shanti Moscow Radio 03 Fulltone - Fearless (Original Mix) / Kindisch 04 Timo Chinala - Circle of Life (Fulltone Remix) / Nie Wieder Schlafen 05 Lost Desert & Simon Vuarambon - Firedance ft. Sidartha Siliceo (M.O.S. Remix) / Souksonic 06 Lisandro (AR), Ikka - Poplars / Flug Lab 07 Minnado - In Silence (Original Mix) / Shanti Radio Moscow 08 Travertia - Vetka (Original Mix) / Forestrip Music 09 Scibi - Always (Moe Turk Extended Remix) / Deepalma 10 Lee Burridge & Lost Desert - Moogami (Original Mix) / TRYBESof 11 BiGz...

2020-05-222h 01

Aprende idiomas con Radio UM.es Aprende inglés con Radio UM.es. Caribbean authors. C2.Nuevo listening de nuestra profesora Anitra, del Servicio de Idiomas de la Universidad de Murcia. Aprende inglés con la Universidad de Murcia. Texto del listening: Hello everyone, this is 'Aprende Idiomas con el Servicio de Idiomas de la Universidad de Murcia', and in this podcast we will be talking about ‘Caribbean authors’. Literature in the West Indies provides one of the most intricate and eye-opening expressions of Caribbean identity and culture. Authors in the region have employed various techniques to captivate their audiences, and their works abound with haunting aspects of history, gripping tales of love and betrayal, and quirk...

2019-03-2204 min

Penn State College Democast The Obtuse Ingraham AngleBranden Summa joins Tom and Derek in discussing the Laura Ingraham-David Hogg exchange as well as the police shootings of Stephon Clarke and Alton Sterling, the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica Scandal, and even a few of Trump's tweets (classic)!

2018-04-0600 min

Should I Worry About This? Podcast The FormulaThe full crew is together for the news, including a discussion of new evidence in the Alton Sterling case. Derek Thomson, author of Hit Makers, joins DeRay to help us understand how certain things become a hit, while others don’t. Beyoncé, social movements, Parkland and Billboard’s Top 100 are all discussed.

2018-04-031h 08

Pod Save the People The FormulaThe full crew is together for the news, including a discussion of new evidence in the Alton Sterling case. Derek Thomson, author of Hit Makers, joins DeRay to help us understand how certain things become a hit, while others don’t. Beyoncé, social movements, Parkland and Billboard’s Top 100 are all discussed.

2018-04-031h 04