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GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 76: General Matthew "Jerry" Glavy (ret.) - U.S. Cyber Force GenerationSummary: In this episode of the GovDiscovery AI podcast, General Matthew Glavy discusses the critical need for a dedicated Cyber Force in the U.S. military, emphasizing the challenges posed by adversaries like China. He outlines the importance of logistics, structure, and the lessons learned from allies and U.S. Cyber Command. The conversation also delves into the role of AI in cybersecurity, the current status of discussions around the Cyber Force, and the significance of open source intelligence. General Glavy shares insights on the defense industrial base's innovation and the lessons learned from Ukraine's defense strategy...
2026-02-1140 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 75: Michael Robbins, AUVSI President & CEO: Drones and the future of warfareIn this episode of the GovDiscovery AI Podcast, Mike Shanley interviews Michael Robbins, President and CEO of AUVSI, discussing the current state and future of the US defense uncrewed market. They explore the challenges of technology integration, manufacturing capabilities, critical minerals, battery technology, cybersecurity, and the global dynamics of the drone market. Robbins emphasizes the importance of innovation, the lessons learned from Ukraine's defense strategies, and the opportunities for new entrants in the market. He also highlights AUVSI's role in advocating for the industry and the upcoming events that will shape the future of uncrewed systems. Learn...
2026-01-2934 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 74: Michael Cadenazzi, Assistant Secretary of War for Industrial Base PolicySummary In this episode of the GovDiscovery AI podcast, host Mike Shanley interviews Michael Catanasi, the Assistant Secretary of War for Industrial-Based Policy. Catanasi discusses his recent experiences at the Honolulu Defense Forum, where he engaged with various military and international partners to address the challenges and opportunities in maintaining and growing the U.S. Defense Industrial Base, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. He emphasizes the importance of developing skilled labor and advanced manufacturing capabilities in Hawaii, which are crucial for supporting U.S. military operations in the Pacific. Guest Bio: The Honorable Michael Cadenazzi...
2026-01-2040 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 73 U.S. Army & Innovation with Dr. Matthew Willis, Army FUZESummary: In this episode of the GovDiscovery AI Podcast, Dr. Matt Willis, director of the Army FUZE Program, discusses the historical challenges the Army has faced in innovation and how the Army FUZE Program aims to address these issues. The conversation covers the importance of risk tolerance, the integration of soldier feedback in the development process, and the role of venture capital in supporting Army innovation. Dr. Willis also highlights current focus areas for funding and eligibility criteria for companies looking to engage with the Army FUZE Program. Guest Bio: Dr. M...
2025-12-2232 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 72 ISOA Annual Summit Preview PodcastIn this episode, host Mike Shanley sits down with Howie Lind, President and Executive Director of ISOA, the International Stability Operations Association. Howie brings decades of experience across the Department of Defense, State Department, and the Pentagon, including serving as Deputy Director for the Iraq Project and Contracting Office. Together, they unpack: What ISOA members are experiencing across acquisition, contracting, and geopolitics - ISOA's unique role at the intersection of government and industry How companies, especially new defense entrants, can get the most ROI out of the 2026 ISOA Annual Summit What makes ISOA's overseas conferences so hi...
2025-12-1230 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 71 What's Next in Defense LogisticsIn this episode, host Mike Shanley sits down with Major General Thad Bibb (Ret.), former Commander of the 18th Air Force and now VP of Defense Business Development at Radia. They discuss Radia's WindRunner™, the world's largest aircraft by volume, how it emerged from commercial wind-energy needs, and why its logistics capacity could redefine modern warfare, allied readiness, and dual-use innovation. General Bibb shares insights from 33 years in the Air Force, lessons in defense acquisition, and practical advice for defense tech companies entering the market. RESOURCES: Radia (WindRunner Aircraft) - https://ra...
2025-12-0230 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 70 Taiwan and the Pacific: Demand Signals for Industry In this episode, Mike Shanley sits down with Admiral Mark Montgomery (Ret.), now a Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, to break down one of the most pressing strategic challenges of our time: how the United States, Taiwan, and allies should prepare for a potential conflict in the Pacific. This is a must-listen episode for anyone working in defense tech, national security, cyber policy, Indo-Pacific strategy, or defense industrial base modernization. RESOURCES: Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) - https://www.fdd.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark...
2025-11-1740 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 69 Ukraine Defense & Rebuild: Opportunities, Challenges & Trends for IndustryIn this episode of the GovDiscovery AI Podcast, host Mike Shanley speaks with Irina Paliashvili, President and CEO of the U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC), about the evolving landscape of Ukraine's defense and reconstruction markets. This discussion offers a firsthand look at how Ukraine's defense market is evolving amid the ongoing war, and how U.S. firms can strategically and responsibly participate in rebuilding efforts. RESOURCES: Learn more about USUBC: https://www.usubc.org Connect with Irina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irina-paliashvili-08060011/ BIOGRAPHY: I...
2025-11-1327 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 68 AI and National Security with Dr. Marina TheodotouIn this episode of the GovDiscovery AI Podcast, host Mike Shanley speaks with Dr. Marina Theodotou, Executive Director of the newly launched Center for Frontier AI Security (CFAS). Drawing on her eight years at the Department of Defense, including leadership roles at the Defense Innovation Board and Defense Acquisition University, Dr. Theodotou discusses how the U.S. can maintain an AI advantage amid global competition. She highlights CFAS's mission to bridge the gap between AI policy and implementation by creating national security specific standards for AI safety, reliability, and alignment. The conversation also explores the challenges of compute power...
2025-11-1225 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 67 State of the State Department MarketIn this episode of the GovDiscovery AI Podcast, host Mike Shanley, CEO of GovDiscovery AI, speaks with Mike Derrios, former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Acquisition and Senior Procurement Executive at the U.S. Department of State. Derrios shares insights from his tenure at State. The conversation explores the America First Global Health Strategy, State's ongoing reorganization, and broader federal acquisition reforms, offering valuable perspective for implementers, contractors, and NGOs navigating these shifts.
2025-11-1250 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 66 Representative Walkinshaw Q&AEp. 66 Representative Walkinshaw Q&A This special episode was recorded at the Professional Services Council's 2025 Defense Conference where the Professional Services Council hosted a press briefing featuring Representative James Walkinshaw, U.S. Representative for Virginia's 11th Congressional District. ABOUT Representative Walkinshaw represents Virginia's 11th Congressional district, which includes most of Fairfax County, the City of Fairfax, and the towns of Vienna and Herndon. View his full bio here: https://walkinshaw.house.gov/about DISCLAIMERRep. Walkinshaw's views are his own and do not reflect those of the Professional Services Council. ATTRIBUTIONSSpea...
2025-10-3105 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 65 PSC Defense Conference Preview with Steve HarrisIn this episode, host Mike Shanley sits down with Steve Harris, Vice President for Defense and Intelligence at the Professional Services Council (PSC). Drawing on his decades of experience in government, including at the Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Steve shares insights on how PSC bridges industry and government to strengthen the defense industrial base. They discuss: How associations like PSC help government and industry collaborate effectively Why acquisition reform, industrial base capacity, and AI-energy alignment are top priorities for 2025 What attendees can expect at PSC's 7th Annual Defense Conference on October 30th, including featured speakers and...
2025-10-2327 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 64 Foreign Assistance Business Opportunities in FY26In this episode, Mike Shanley sits down with Keri Lowry, former Chief of Staff at the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and board member at the Society for International Development–US. Keri shares insider insights on MCC's expanding role under the current administration, including new country programs, procurement trends, and where U.S. industry should focus for FY26 opportunities. For updates on MCC procurements and other U.S. foreign assistance opportunities, inquire about our AidKonekt software subscription [connect@govdiscoveryai.com]. BIOGRAPHY: Keri M. Lowry has more than 20 years experience in the public, private and no...
2025-10-1529 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 63 The Role of Academia in National SecurityIn this episode of the GovDiscovery AI Podcast, Mike Shanley sits down with Dr. Robert Bishop, Vice Chancellor and Dean of Engineering at Texas A&M University, to discuss how universities can accelerate innovation for the Department of War. They explore Texas A&M's unique approach to bridging academia, industry, and government through initiatives like the Inspire Alliance 501(c)(3). From hypersonics and robotics to nuclear and quantum research, Dr. Bishop shares how universities can deliver faster, more agile solutions while supporting warfighters and national security priorities. Whether you're from industry, government, or academia, this conversation provides actionable...
2025-10-1036 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 62 Highland Institute - Interview with Representative Ro KhannaIn this inaugural episode from the Highland Institute for the Advancement of Humanity, co-hosted with GovDiscovery AI, hosts Kubs Lalchandani and Mike Shanley are joined by Congressman Ro Khanna (CA-17) for a powerful conversation on the future of America's economy, technology, and global leadership. Drawing on his experience representing Silicon Valley and serving on the House Armed Services Committee, Congressman Khanna outlines his vision for "New Economic Patriotism" - a plan to rebuild American industry, expand opportunity, and restore faith in democracy. Co-Hosts: Kubs Lalchandani (Highland Institute) & Mike Shanley (GovDiscovery AI) Guest: Congressman R...
2025-10-071h 01
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike Shanley[Repost Ep. 25; June 10th, 2024] General George W. Casey, Jr.In this repost of a 2024 episode, General Casey shares his extensive experience in military leadership and the importance of integrating defense, diplomacy, and development in foreign aid efforts. He discusses the critical role of foreign aid in conflict prevention and the necessity of collaboration between military and aid organizations. General Casey also provides insights into current global conflicts, particularly in Gaza and Ukraine, and emphasizes the need for effective leadership in navigating complex geopolitical landscapes. RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ BIOGRAPHY: General George W. Casey, Jr., enjoyed a 41-y...
2025-09-191h 03
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 61 Brig. General Christopher S. Walker (Ret)Retired Brigadier General Christopher S. "Mookie" Walker joins Mike Shanley to discuss U.S. and allied readiness in the Arctic and Antarctic, the evolving role of the National Guard, and the future of America's service academies. The conversation covers NATO's approach to polar security, how industry can better engage with Guard modernization and appropriations, and the innovative resilience training programs shaping force readiness for the next generation of warfighters RESOURCES: https://www.defenceiq.com/events-arcticsecurity/speakers https://www.ngaus.org/about-ngaus/board-directors-committees/corporate-advisory-panel/corporate-advisory-panel-information https://www.patriotgroup.company/ https://evenpulse.com/ htt...
2025-09-1546 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 60 Lt. Gen. Matthew "Jerry" Glavy (Ret.)In this episode of the GovDiscovery AI podcast, Lieutenant General Matthew Jerry Glavy shares insights from his 39-year career in the U.S. Marine Corps, discussing the evolving landscape of the Department of Defense (DOD) and the importance of adaptability in military strategy. He emphasizes the need for continuous learning within the military, the impact of technology on warfare, and the critical role of industry in supporting defense priorities. General Glavy also reflects on lessons learned from past conflicts, including the rise of ISIS and the use of social media, and highlights the importance of innovation and collaboration between...
2025-09-0950 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 59 DoD Procurement Changes: What's new and what's the same?Will Roberts, former Acquisition Director at the DoD Joint AI Center and now Director of ASI Education, joins Mike Shanley to unpack the sweeping changes in federal procurement. The discussion explores the revolutionary FAR overhaul, the rise of best in class vehicles, and the expanding use of OTAs and CSOs, along with practical advice for how industry can adapt and thrive in the evolving defense acquisition landscape. RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ Will Roberts LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-roberts-06372045/ ASI Education: https://ww...
2025-09-0535 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 58 Future of National Security WorkforceAlex Wagner, the former Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Manpower & Reserve Affairs, joins Mike Shanley to discuss the Future of the National Security Workforce and how it's being shaped by rapidly evolving trends. The conversation covers the role of technology in defense, diversity and inclusion within the Department of Defense (DoD), how Silicon Valley is connecting with the DoD to drive innovation, and what these changes mean for the defense industry. RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ Opinion: "Actually there's not much DEI in the DOD" https://www.washingtonpost...
2025-09-0335 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 57 Scale AI & Future of Agentic WarfareDan Tadross, Head of Public Sector at Scale AI, joins Mike Shanley to explore what Agentic AI Warfare might look like in the near future. The conversation covers AI interoperability with legacy systems, the evolving landscape of data sources and large language models (LLMs), and the significance of Meta's $13 billion investment in this space. RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ Scale LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/scaleai/posts/?feedView=all Dan Tadross LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dantadross/ Scale X profile: https://x.com/scale_ai...
2025-08-0129 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 56 Securing the future DoD Supply Chain, Peter Battaglia DLAPeter Battaglia, Deputy Director of Mission Assurance at the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), joins Mike Shanley to discuss DLA's priorities and initiatives in today's evolving defense landscape. The conversation covers logistics surge capacity, securing the supply chain, and the role of NATO's industrial base in supporting global readiness. RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ DLA website: https://www.dla.mil/ DLA Strategic Plan (2025-2030): https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Headquarters/StrategicPlan/DLAStrategicPlan2025-2030March2025.pdf BIOGRAPHY: Mr. Peter Battaglia is the DLA Mission Assurance...
2025-07-2533 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 55 NATO 5%: Opportunities for Industry BD and Growth TeamsJeffrey Grieco, President & CEO of the Afghan-American Chamber of Commerce and Advisory Council Member at ISOA, joins host Mike Shanley to talk about the NATO 5% spend target and what it means for business development and growth teams in the government services sector. They discuss the current European security situation, how NATO's increased investment impacts contractors, and the growing opportunities for industry BD teams. Grieco also shares takeaways from the ISOA Europe & ATO Bucharest Conference, and why now is a pivotal moment for companies to engage. RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www...
2025-07-2331 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 54 Startups & Innovation in the Defense MarketBen Solomon, Founder & CEO of FedTech, joins Mike Shanley to discuss the changing DoD innovation funding market, which startups are right for DoD market, and how to get access innovation funding. RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ Connect with Ben Solomon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-solomon-fedtech/ Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) - https://www.defensesbirsttr.mil/SBIR-STTR/ Defense Innovation Unit - https://www.diu.mil/ BIOGRAPHY: Ben founded FedTech in 2015 and has led the firm through its growth from a small regional venture to an international company that...
2025-07-1830 min
The Geek WithinEp226: Mike Shanley🎙️ In episode #226 of The Geek Within, my guest is Mike Shanley. He is the Founder and CEO of GovDiscovery AI, a human-in-the-loop AI intel tool for DoD business development and capture teams. Mike is also the host of the GovDiscovery AI podcast. We talk a bit about federal procurement and the wide-ranging levels of quality with the forecasts that are released and its impact, and cost, on industry.🔗 You can engage Mike here:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gov-market-growth/Podcast - https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/podcast
2025-07-1627 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 53 AI & Future of Defense Sales: New BD and Capture ModelsTodd Marks, Founder & CEO of Mindgrub, joins Mike Shanley to discuss how AI can be leveraged for Defense sales, anticipating DoD customer intent, relationship building and proposal development, and determining growth investment priorities. RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ Todd Marks LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindgrub/ BIOGRAPHY: Todd Marks, a teacher-turned-technologist, is at the forefront of digital innovation as the Founder and CEO of Mindgrub Technologies. Since 2002, Marks has guided Mindgrub to become a leader in AI solutions, mobile and web de...
2025-07-1629 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 52 Innovation Bottleneck: Is Bureaucracy AI's Biggest Hurdle?Chris Watson, Vice President of Premise Data, joins Mike Shanley to discuss how AI innovation and federal procurement intersect, and what changes could facilitate greater innovation. RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ Premise Data: https://premise.com/ Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherwilliamwatson/ BIOGRAPHY: Chris Watson is an evangelist for digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and increased use of commercial products in the global development industry. He currently leads Premise Data's international development division, with a focus on scaling the use of Premise by country governments, development...
2025-07-0929 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 51: National Security and Meteorology with Sunny Wescott, Chief MeteorologistChief Meteorologist, Sunny Wescott, joins Mike Shanley to discuss the intersection of national security and meteorology. The conversation covers identifying and mitigating infrastructure threats, the impact of weather on military operations, the importance of data analytics and AI, and how industry can best support government priorities. RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ BIOGRAPHY: Chief Meteorologist Sunny Wescott specializes in extreme weather events impacting emergency response, supply chain, and critical infrastructure. During her time in the US Air Force as a Lead Meteorologist, Ms. Wescott trained on continental and oceanic weather as t...
2025-07-0327 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 50: Jim Carroll, Professional Services Council (PSC) CEOJim Carroll, President & CEO of the Professional Services Council (PSC), joins Mike Shanley to discuss how PSC is helping federal contractors navigate a shifting federal market. The conversation covers national security trends, PSC's direct engagement with Congress and the White House, and how AI and innovation are shaping the future of defense acquisition. Resources: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ BIOGRAPHY: The Hon. Jim Carroll became Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Professional Services Council (PSC) on May 19, 2025. As CEO, Jim is...
2025-06-2730 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 49 - Accelerating national security action with unique tech: Matt Petit, Vannevar LabsMatt Petit, Mission Success Lead at Vannevar Labs and former U.S. diplomat, joins Mike Shanley to accelerating national security with new technology. The conversation focuses startups and innovation in national security to deliver faster and more efficient results. Resources: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ BIOGRAPHY: Matt Petit is a Mission Success Lead at Vannevar Labs and former U.S. diplomat. Prior to joining Vannevar, Matt spent nearly 17 years with the U.S. Foreign Service. During that time, he served in India, Zambia, and...
2025-06-2030 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 48 - Changing Federal Market with David Berteau, PSC CEODavid Berteau, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Professional Services Council (PSC), joins Mike Shanley to discuss the federal funding market. The conversation focuses on the shifting federal market, new opportunities, and strategies for government contractors. Specifically, the following topics were discussed in this episode: Budget Message to PSC members The role of congress key takeaways - federal growth implications for current and prospective federal contractors Common and uncommon aspects of this transition RFPs and bid process RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ BIOGRAPHY:...
2025-05-2033 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyGovDiscovery AI Podcast - Understanding the 2026 Discretionary Budget RequestIn this episode of the GovDiscovery AI podcast, host Mike Shanley discusses the 2026 discretionary budget request released by the White House. The conversation covers key highlights of the budget, including significant cuts and increases across various federal agencies, and the strategic implications for federal partners. The episode emphasizes the importance of aligning proposals with the administration's priorities and staying informed about changes in federal funding. Takeaways The 2026 discretionary budget request was released on May 2, 2025. The budget emphasizes a shift to centralized mission-focused federal spending. Contractors may face fewer opportunities for larger contracts. The Department of Defense...
2025-05-0904 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 47 Changing Federal Funding Market Series Episode II - Monica Harris, former Senior IT Acquisition Advisor, DHSMonica Harris, former DHS Senior IT Acquisition Advisor, joins Mike Shanley to discuss the federal funding market. The conversation focuses on how evaluation criteria are determined, government's evaluation and award process, proposal tips, and how to influence before the RFP drops. Resources: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ BIOGRAPHY: Monica Padron-Harris recently retired (Nov 2024) from DHS USCIS as a Sr. IT Acquisition Advisor supporting the Office of Technology (OIT) and the Office of Contracting (OCON). She was responsible for preparing and identifying the most effective procurement strategies for O...
2025-04-2431 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 46 Changing Federal Funding Market Series Episode I - Christy Hollywood, Business Development ConsultantChristy Hollywood, Senior Business Development Consultant, joins Mike Shanley to discuss key trends shaping federal business development and capture, strategies for competing and winning in a shifting market, emerging opportunities and challenges, and what this means for business development teams. Resources: - GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ - Request a USG Federal Market Capture Accelerator Packet from GovDiscovery AI: https://airtable.com/appjEpMKc9BdVkqhC/shrPkKFKXHPW3ym5Z BIOGRAPHY: Christy Hollywood supports Konektid clients and consultants with skills honed during 20+ years of leaders...
2025-04-0327 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 45 IMF & Uncertain Global MarketsElizabeth Shortino, Former Acting U.S. Executive Director at the IMF, joins Mike Shanley to discuss the role of the IMF and U.S. Executive Director, how the IMF assesses political risk, IMF engagement in emerging and frontier markets, and insights for business expanding into new markets. BIOGRAPHY: Elizabeth Shortino recently served as the Acting U.S. Executive Director at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), an international financial institution charged with promoting international monetary and financial stability and growth. In this role, Ms. Shortino represented the United States at the IMF Executive Board and advanced U...
2025-04-0130 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 44 - Trump II: USAID and Foreign Policy PrioritiesJames Richardson, former Director of the Office of Foreign Assistance, joins Mike Shanley to discuss the Role of the State Department under Trump II, foreign assistance priorities, budget implications, and intra-government coordination. BIOGRAPHY: James "Jim" Richardson is the Executive Director to the 70th Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, working various ventures and programs. He is also the Executive Chairman of The Pompeo Foundation, a 501c(3) dedicated to thoughtful discussion and education on some of the world's toughest challenges. He was previously Director of the Office of Foreign Assistance at the U.S. Department...
2025-02-2531 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 43 Dr. Alma Golden, former USAID Assistant Administrator for Global Health: Trump II USAID Global Health PrioritiesDr. Alma Golden, former USAID Assistant Administrator for Global Health, joins Mike Shanley to discuss Trump II USAID funding priorities, what will be similar and different than Trump I, opportunities for new partners, and USAID and global health overall. RESOURCES: Contact Dr. Alma Golden at agolden@theiwh.org Women's Optimal Health Framework The Women's Optimal Health Framework - The Institute For Women's Health Who We Are — PROSAMI DRC Midwifery Centers WOHF PDF Health Across the Lifespan Country Roadmaps | USAID WOHF PDF: Community Health Worker WOHF PDF: Emotional and Mental Health WOHF PDF: Healthy Marriage and Family Re...
2025-01-2831 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 42 - Alice Albright, CEO, Millennium Challenge CorporationAlice Albright, CEO of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), joins Mike Shanley to discuss MCC's role in US foreign policy, key MCC accomplishments, future countries and sectors of work, and how organizations can partner with MCC. RESOURCES: - MCC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/millennium-challenge-corporation - MCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccgov/ - Doing Business with MCC: https://www.mcc.gov/work-with-us/mcc-business/ - MCC Business Forecast: https://www.mcc.gov/resources/doc/report-business-forecast/ - Procurements on sam.gov BIOGRAPHY: Alice...
2025-01-1429 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 41 Election Results: USGLC on the future of America's Global LeadershipLiz Schrayer, President & CEO of the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC), joins Mike Shanley to discuss election results, takeaways, and USAID funding, the impact on foreign aid and partners, USGLC analysis of results and Impact 2024 work, and what actions listeners can take. Resources https://www.usglc.org/ Join your state Advisory Committee or become a coalition member Interested? Email Alex Grant at AGrant@usglc.org or Dana Bruce at DBruce@usglc.org USGLC's Global Impact Forum – June 9 & 10, 2025 Follow USGLC on social media @USGLC and join their email list at USGLC.org BIOG...
2025-01-0755 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 40: USAID Market Annual Year End ShowSabrina Amburgey, Vice President of Business Development at ACDI/VOCA, Udunopa Abalu, Director of New Business at the International Development Group, Velora Loughmiller, Chief Business Development Officer at Blumont, and Christy Hollywood, Chief Operating Officer at Konektid International join Mike Shanley to discuss 2024 market trends, local partner engagement and how contractors can serve in Localization agenda, sustainability plans, and look ahead to the aid market in 2025. BIOGRAPHIES: Sabrina Amburgey provides leadership to business development at ACDI/VOCA, a US nonprofit that helps people and communities improve their lives by increasing economic prosperity and social inclusion. She has...
2024-12-171h 00
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 39 - Stacey Young, USAID Chief Knowledge Officer: Knowledge Management, AI, & the new KMOL PolicySHOW NOTES Stacy Young, Chief Knowledge Officer at USAID and Melissa Patsalides, Senior Advisor for Knowledge Management and Organizational Learning, join Mike Shanley to discuss Knowledge Management, AI, and the new Knowledge Management and Learning Policy at USAID. RESOURCES USAID's Knowledge Management and Organizational Learning Policy USAID's Artificial Intelligence Action Plan USAIDLearningLab.org where people can find the Knowledge Retention and Transfer Toolkit BIOGRAPHY Stacey Young, PhD is USAID's first Chief Knowledge Officer (formerly Agency Knowledge Management and Organizational Learning Officer), leading Agency-wide knowledge and learning approaches. Dr. Young also co-chairs the Multi-Donor Learning Partnership of 11 major donor organizations working...
2024-12-031h 01
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 38: President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Nobel Peace Prize LaureatePresident Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the first female elected head of state in an African nation and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate joins Mike Shanley to discuss the role of aid donors, localization, and women and development. This episode was recorded live at the Society for International Development-US Annual Dinner on 13 November 2024. BIOGRAPHY: Internationally known as Africa's "Iron Lady," President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf is a leading promoter of peace, justice and democratic rule. She grew up in the Liberian capital of Monrovia, where she married and had four sons. President Johnson Sirleaf later m...
2024-11-2724 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 37: Dr. Jerry Brown, TIME Magazine Person of the Year, Ebola Response, Global Health, and Aid DonorsDr. Jerry Brown, TIME Person of the Year, joins Mike Shanley to discuss Dr. Brown's work during the Ebola crisis, COVID-19 response and lessons learned for global pandemic preparedness, becoming TIME Person of the Year, and the role of international aid donors and implementing partners. Co-host: Care Africa Medical Foundation (CAMF) focuses on building clinics in rural Liberia, starting with their hometown of Buchanan in Grand Bassa County, where they have organized free health fairs to provide essential health resources. In addition to their nonprofit efforts, Henry and Gormah run successful businesses that cater to the aging...
2024-11-2057 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp. 36: Bill Steiger, former USAID Chief of Staff: Partnerships and Innovation at USAIDBill Steiger, former USAID Chief of Staff: Partnerships and Innovation at USAID, joins Mike Shanley to discuss USAID's role in foreign policy, innovation at USAID, partnerships and localization, and USAID funding and direction. Biography: Bill Steiger is a Global Health Consultant at the George W. Bush Institute. Previously, he was Managing Director of Pink Ribbon Red Ribbon, focusing on combating breast and cervical cancer in sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America. He led strategic planning for the initiative's expansion. In 2012, Steiger served as a Senior Advisor at the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, a...
2024-10-221h 02
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 35: UK Aid Market Funding & Elections Update Aron Cronin, Managing Director and Anthony Gardner, Principal Consultant at GIC Limited, join Mike Shanley to discuss the UK Aid Market and the impact of the elections. RESOURCES Subscribe to the FCDO Supplier Portal, enabling you to receive its weekly supplier engagement newsletter free of charge here. BIOGRAPHIES Aron Cronin established GIC Limited in 1991 where he is the Managing Director responsible for the firm and its services. Previously he led the London international development practice at Touche Ross Management Consultants (now Deloitte Consulting). He is an established consultancy practitioner who brings over 40 years' experience of planning and managem...
2024-10-1530 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 34: AI in Federal & USAID markets: Where are we at and what's next?Geoff Buteau, Director of Booz Allen Hamilton AI Practice and Saeed Uri, SVP for the Sustainable Development Impact Lab at Chemonics International join Mike Shanley to discuss AI in Federal & USAID Markets. Specifically, this episode covers: - Status of AI in USAID market - Status and applications in Federal market - AI beyond GenAI - Ideas for USAID AI applications RESOURCES The Helix, BAH Center for Innovation Geoff Buteau LinkedIn Saeed Uri LinkedIn BIOGRAPHY Mr. Buteau is an Artificial Intelligence technical delivery consultant and project manager with more than 19 years of experience in the defense and public sector. Geoff...
2024-10-0135 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 33: USAID & Small Businesses: Kimberly Ball, Director, OSDBUKimberly Ball, Director of USAID's Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization joins Mike Shanley to discuss small businesses and localization, success in using small businesses, how to connect with OSDBU, and what's next. RESOURCES: Learn More about the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization Connect with Kimberly Ball on LinkedIn Aid Market Podcast Aid Market Podcast YouTube Mike Shanley LinkedIn BIOGRAPHY: Kimberly Ball serves as the Director of the U.S. Agency for International Development's (USAID) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU). USAID/OSDBU coordinates the Small Business Program and is the initial point...
2024-09-2432 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 32: USAID Market Chat with Christy & ChuckKonektid Chief Operating Officer, Christy Hollywood, and CEO of Pope International and former Senior USAID staff member, Chuck Pope, discuss key trends in the USAID market and the impact of the upcoming election. The discussion included insight on USAID solicitation delays; localization; new partners and barriers to entry into the USAID Market; and the potential impact of the election on USAID. QUOTES 4:42: "USAID is continuing to broaden their definition of what local inclusion and new partners look like. Also starting to make sure missions have access to ways to engage with local organizations more systematically". – Chr...
2024-09-1030 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 31: Chemonics President & CEO on the Aid Market: Jamey ButcherWelcome to The Aid Market Podcast, where international development and humanitarian aid organizations connect to learn about funding trends and market insight. Join us as we hear from foreign aid leaders with USAID and other large donors, with updates and insight on their work. We explore topics including localization, artificial intelligence, proposal and grant funding best practices, and analyze data sources like the USAID Business Forecast. The Aid Market podcast is your comprehensive guide to positioning your organization for success and securing vital funding from USAID and other foreign aid donors. Each episode features in-depth conversations with...
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GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 30: USAID and Localization: Progress Report and What's NextSenior Advisor for Localization in the Office of the USAID Administrator, Sarah Rose joins Mike Shanley to discuss how localization and locally led development works within USAID. Sarah explains how USAID measures success and why partnerships and working with local communities is critical to meeting their goals. She explains how USAID partners with major global aid donors and how they fit within the broader US Government foreign policy context. Sarah shares some success stories where USAID has been able to make an impact utilizing localization and what she is looking forward to seeing in the future. Tune in to...
2024-07-2954 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 29: Ambassador Mark Green: Former USAID Administrator, President & CEO of the Wilson CenterFormer USAID Administrator and President & CEO of the Wilson Center, Mark Green joins Mike Shanley to discuss various topics around USAID. Mark explains his role as the USAID Administrator and the importance of USAID. He talks about humanitarian funding and how it affects long term development funding. Mark describes the war in Ukraine, and what it has been like to be the feet on the ground when tragedy strikes and how USAID is needed. Mark shares his advice for the next administration, explaining where more support is needed. Lastly, Mark talks about initiatives and programs that don't have broad...
2024-07-2446 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 28: Ambassador Cindy Courville - 1st US Ambassador to the African UnionAmbassador Cindy Courville joins Mike Shanley to discuss her work as the first Ambassador for the African Union. She talks about what it was like to enter into that role and how she worked with African Leaders to ensure their voices were heard, as well as what it meant to them to have someone assigned to Africa. Ambassador Courville describes the way the relationships have changed throughout different Presidencies and that it is critical to choose our next President based on the needs of other countries. Lastly, Ambassador Courville talks about what someone looking to get started in the...
2024-07-1537 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 27: Michael Nyenhuis, CEO, UNICEF USAMichael Nyenhuis, CEO of UNICEF USA joins Mike Shanley to discuss the work UNICEF does both in the USA and globally. Michael discusses the various partnerships between UNICEF USA and governments, local organizations, as well as private sectors. He highlights the importance of funding and explains why flexibility from donors is key, so that UNICEF can fund projects and spread resources where they are needed. Michael predicts what the aid and development landscape will look like in the next 5 years and why protecting and funding foreign aid programs globally is essential for support. Tune in to learn more about...
2024-06-261h 00
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 26: USAID Contracting: What's Next?Jami Rodgers, Senior Procurement Executive, Chief Acquisition Officer, and Director for USAID Management Bureau's Office of Acquisition and Assistance joins Mike Shanley to discuss his new role with USAID. Jami talks about the incredible work that his team has done and how they are adapting to change. Jami discusses the strategies and ideas that he plans to implement with his team that he gained from working with other parts of the government such as NASA. Jami explains how AI can benefit the work that his team does, as well as what they need to lookout for. Jami then describes...
2024-06-1850 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 25: General George W. Casey, Jr.: Development & Defense; Geopolitics; LeadershipGeneral Casey, Former Chief of Staff, U.S. Army joins Mike Shanley to discuss the role of the US military and USAID in US foreign policy. They discuss how organizations that work in peace building and high conflict settings can better understand the military, their perspectives, and how they can most effectively engage with countries that need aid. General Casey describes how he managed military relationships during the Iraq war and what he sees happening with the current wars in Gaza and Ukraine. He provides insight into the shift happening in the global power balance with China trying to...
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GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 24: USAID's Office of Transition Initiatives: 30 Years of Responding to Political CrisesBrittany Brown, Acting Assistant to the Administrator of USAID's Bureau for Conflict Prevention and Stabilization, joins Mike Shanley to discuss the Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI). OTI has been an ongoing effort for 30 years, and Brittany shares some of their successes with working in other countries. Localization is a large aspect of the work that OTI is focused on, by working with local partners and change makers to ensure that everyone has a buy-in on the project a grant is funding. OTI partners with the National Security Council, State Department, and DOD in a variety of ways, and with...
2024-05-1731 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 23: USAID and Private Sector EngagementRandy Tift, Former USAID Chief A&A Policy Officer, joins Mike Shanley as co-host, along with guest Michael Metzler, Executive Director of USAID's Private Sector Engagement (PSE) Hub. As the first formalized private sector engagement office, USAID is the longest running donor in the space. USAID's influence continues to evolve, especially as more U.S. foreign assistance professionals are shifting their focus towards the local development of communities and engaging in the private sector space. With this shift comes the need for new policies and strategies necessary to streamline future projects and to support complex relationships between USAID and...
2024-04-251h 00
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 22: USAID Proposal and Business Development Trends with Konektid InternationalToday's episode features Chief Operating Officer, Christy Hollywood and Manager, Olivia Tisa from the Konektid International team. This discussion focuses on various trends in the USAID funding market, including business development, small business expansion, budget updates, and proposal trends. Christy highlights the importance of transparency in contract mechanisms and discusses budget cuts and increases in different funding areas. Olivia mentions opportunity and changes in proposal presentation, emphasizing the significance of go/no-go decisions and small business opportunities. The team also touches on the impact they are seeing from AI tools and the upcoming small business conference. Join today's conversation...
2024-04-1228 min
The Social Impact Journal#37 - Tips for partnering with USAID with Mike ShanleyDate - Monday 8th April 2024Episode 37 – Tips to partnering with USAID with Mike ShanleyGuest – Mike Shanley Founder and CEO, AidKonektFounder and CEO, Konektid InternationalHost, Aid Market PodcastIn this episode, Mike shares insights on how the US Agency for International Development (USAID) works, and best practices for partnering with the agency. Also, we cover:- How contracting works with USAID?- USAID localization approach- The impact of the 2024 United States Presidential Election on the future of USAIDIf you wo...
2024-04-0827 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 21: Leymah Gbowee Nobel Peace PrizeThis Aid Market Podcast episode features an interview with Nobel Peace Prize winner Leymah Gbowee, focusing on her peacebuilding work in Liberia and offering advice to peacebuilding organizations and donors. The conversation touches on the success factors of her peace movement, the role of international organizations in conflict prevention, and the challenges faced by grassroots women's organizations. Thank you to Ebenezer Norman and A New Dimension of Hope (https://ndhope.org/) for co-hosting this episode. IN THIS EPISODE: [01:18] Leymah discusses the success factors of her peace movement, highlighting the unity of the group...
2024-03-2508 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 20: Local Partners on USAID's Localization InitiativeToday on The Aid Market Podcast, Mike Shanley is joined by Catalina Escobar, Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of MAKAIA and Awele Okigbo, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Credo Advisory. Today's discussion focuses on the concept of localization in development work, particularly in the context of USAID partnerships. Catalina Escobar and Awele Okigbo, share their perspectives on what localization means to them, the role of local partners, and the importance of empowering local actors in driving change and development interventions. Tune in today to hear from local partners with their perspective on USAID's localization initiative, locally-led development, and...
2024-03-0632 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 19: USAID, AI & Innovation: A Conversation with USAID Chief Innovation OfficersMohamed Abdel-Kader, Chief Innovation Officer at USAID and Alexis Bonnell, Former Chief Innovation Officer at USAID, discussed the impact of AI and other machine learning tools. They explored the balance between the risks and rewards associated with these tools, reaching a consensus that AI can revolutionize USAID's impact when appropriately developed and utilized. The discussion emphasized the importance of developing AI to benefit all countries where USAID is active, not just English-speaking nations. Recognizing the rapid advancement of machine learning, the speakers stressed the need for precision and thoughtfulness in posing questions to AI, given its evolving...
2024-02-1359 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 18: USAID, Global Health, and PEPFARToday, panelists, Ashley Frost and James Maloney, Deputy Directors, Office of HIV/AIDS USAID, discussed USAID's localization initiative, locally-led development, and the importance of diversified local partners. They discuss USAID's Global Health work, how USAID supported PEPFAR and the successes it has enjoyed, including statistics of lives saved and changed. James Maloney and Ashley Frost share the new PEPFAR five-year strategy, the USAID Approach to HIV and Optimized Programming (AHOP). AHOP is a framework for USAID to employ assets through efficient, measured, and simplified programmatic approaches to ensure resilient and country-led approaches to the HIV...
2024-01-2231 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 17: USAID Market Year in Review: Key 2023 Business Development Trends and Preparing for 2024In a discussion about funding trends and market insights for business development at USAID, panelists highlighted key themes including the emphasis on localization, the impact of supplemental funding, and the necessity of adaptability in response to changing funding patterns. The panelists stressed the importance of engaging with local and private sector actors for sustainable impact solutions and innovation. Additionally, they discussed effective preparation for phased procurements, addressing challenges like startup costs, and maintaining flexibility in response to changing funding patterns. They emphasized the need to be proactive and adaptive in navigating the evolving USAID partnering...
2024-01-0359 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 16: USAID Growth Strategies: Discussion of Partner Growth Models in the USAID MarketThe Aid Market Podcast, hosted by Mike Shanley, explores USAID growth strategies, including bootstrapping, external investment, and mergers & acquisitions (M&A). Guests Keith Ives, CEO of Causal Design, and Santiago Sedaca, President of Empower International Development, share their experiences and insights. Edward Williams, partner at Williams LLP, joins the conversation to discuss legal considerations in M&A. The discussion concludes with Christy Hollywood, COO of Konektid, who provides a summary of the key takeaways. Throughout the episode, guests share their experiences and insights on regulatory compliance, due diligence, and the importance of relationships in government...
2023-12-1859 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 15: A Conversation with Gov. David Beasley, former World Food Programme Executive DirectorDavid Beasley, former Executive Director of the World Food Program, discusses global food security and international development. Beasley highlights the progress made in the past 200 years but emphasizes the current challenges and the need for strategic and effective international development. He highlights the importance of stabilizing environments, providing hope, and addressing issues like mass migration, famines, war, conflict, COVID implications, and climate shocks. Beasley shares insights into his messaging strategy to secure funding, stressing the cost-effectiveness of investing in international aid for both humanitarian and national security reasons.
2023-11-3030 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 14: USAID, Localization, and Primes: A discussion with USAID's prime partners on how they are incorporating locally-led development into their program implementation and operationsJoin us for another discussion on the key trends and funding changes in the USAID and other aid donor markets. In this episode we discuss how USAID partner organizations are prioritizing "locally-led development" in their programs and operations. We also dive into how this localization initiative from Administrator Samantha Power's team, and compares with previous USAID Administrations. IN THIS EPISODE: [01:00] Patrick talks about Christian Aid UK, their work around the world, and then what locally-led means to his team [05:12] Patrick explains ways they are working to lead locally-led development [12:45] David talks about Save the...
2023-11-1357 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 13: "Chat with Chuck": USAID trends and updates with former Senior USAID Official Chuck PopeJoin host Michael Shanley on The Aid Market podcast as he sits down with former Senior USAID Official, Chuck Pope. In this episode, Chuck provides a deep dive into pivotal trends shaping USAID's approach, covering topics such as the emphasis on localization, the innovative New Partnerships Initiative, and the expanding role of Small Business Utilization. The conversation extends to the intersection of artificial intelligence in aid efforts, offering a glimpse into the transformative potential that technology brings to the forefront. IN THIS EPISODE: [02:00] Chuck describes the catastrophic staffing crisis at the USAID [06:42] Ch...
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GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 12: USAID Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance FundingHost Michael Shanley is joined by Shannon Green, a senior advisor to the administrator for the USAID's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance, and Barbara Smith, who manages democracy, human rights, conflict resolution, and rule of law programs at the Carter Center. In this episode, they delve into prominent issues and explore the actions taken in response. Additionally, they discuss the current administration's priorities, election integrity, AI's role, and localization efforts and retrospectively examine our past and present progress. IN THIS EPISODE: [00:00] Mike begins by sharing who is on...
2023-09-121h 03
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 11: USAID & Climate Change Funding@AidKonekt and @Konektid CEO @Mike Shanley was joined by Gillian Caldwell, Chief Climate Officer and Deputy Assistant Administrator at USAID, along with Greg Shanahan, Operational Climate Change and Sustainability Officer, to delve into the crucial subject of climate change. Our guests shed light on USAID’s investments in climate, and how partners can best be positioned in the market to support these crucial projects. IN THIS EPISODE: [02:39] Gillian discusses USAID’s climate strategy and what they have learned early on [09:00] Gillian talks about how she sees key partners working together and the their approach to clim...
2023-08-1056 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyComing Soon! The Aid Market PodcastWelcome to The Aid Market Podcast, where international development and humanitarian aid organizations connect to learn about funding trends and market insight. Join us as we hear from foreign aid leaders with USAID and other large donors, with updates and insight on their work. We explore topics including localization, artificial intelligence, proposal and grant funding best practices, and analyze data sources like the USAID Business Forecast. The Aid Market podcast is your comprehensive guide to positioning your organization for success and securing vital funding from USAID and other foreign aid donors. Each episode features in-depth conversations with...
2023-07-1900 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 10: Former USAID Administrator Andrew Natsios: A discussion on USAID under Biden
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GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 9: USAID COVID 19 Task Force (Sept 2021) Recorded: September 14, 2021 Join us for a virtual conversation with USAID's COVID Task Force. We look forward to hosting this event with their team to update the USAID partner community on their important work. This is also a great opportunity for new USAID partners to learn more about this crucial initiative. Learn more about USAID's COVID response here: https://www.usaid.gov/coronavirus Panelist Bios: Shanda Steimer, Director, Center for Nutrition at USAID Shanda Steimer is a career member of the United States Foreign Service with more than 20 years of development experience. Ms. Steimer has worked...
2023-07-171h 01
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 8: What's new in Higher Education Programming at USAIDRecorded: April 12, 2022 Websites: Konektid International: www.konektid.com AidKonekt Data: https://www.aidkonekt.com/usaid-biz-dev
2023-07-1748 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 7: What's next for USAID under the Biden Administration: A conversation with former Senior USAID Staff Recorded: May 17, 2022 Join our conversation with Randy Tift, former USAID Chief A&A Policy Officer, and Chuck Pope, former USAID Senior Regional Advisor for the Middle East and A&A Strategy Lead on the COVID-19 Task Force, on what's next for USAID. We will hear their thoughts on recent USAID trends and what to expect in the coming months and years from the Agency. Topics will include Ukraine, COVID funding, New Partnerships Initiative, localization, and much more. Panelist Bios: Randy Tift Prior to rejoining USAID in October 2017, J. Randall (Randy) Tift served on the US...
2023-07-171h 02
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 6: US Midterm Elections and USAID Funding: What you need to knowRecorded: November 10. 2022 Join us for this event to hear from our expert panelists on what the US mid-term election results (8 November 2022) might mean for USAID funding. We will discuss: - What role does Congress play in USAID funding? - How might the election results affect USAID's work over the next couple years? - What can USAID partners do now to respond to the election results? - What do the results signal for the Presidential election in 2024? We are excited to co-host this event with Konektid International. Panelist b...
2023-07-1758 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 5: USAID Proposal Trends & the TEC: Best practices for preparing proposals
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GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 4: ChatGPT, AI and USAID - What it means for USAID partners Join our conversation with Alexis Bonnell, former USAID Chief Innovation Officer, on ChatGPT, AI and what it means for USAID partnering. We will discuss: • How are USAID and USAID Partners thinking about ChatGPT and AI? • Will ChatGPT change how USAID partners write proposals? • USAID's Digital Strategy & AI update • How will AI be used in project implementation? • How does this affect localization? The podcast is hosted by Mike Shanley, Founder and CEO of Konektid International and AidKonekt Data, the leading USAID partner support firms that help clients to grow their...
2023-07-1757 min
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEP 3: USAID, Localization & Biz Dev: What does it mean for USAID Partners Recorded: February 28, 2023
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GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike ShanleyEp 1: Ukraine Conflict & Reconstruction: USAID funding now and post-conflict - AidKonekt/KonektidRecorded: April 18, 2023 On this episode we invited three guests with deep expertise in USAID funding and Ukraine. Our guests include former Senior USAID officials an NGO leader in Ukraine, who will share their insight on USAID's current funding for the Ukraine war. We will also discuss how to prepare to support the reconstruction. Discussion Topics: What will the Ukraine reconstruction look like? What role will USAID play? How can organizations support the reconstruction? What should organizations be doing now to position to support? Chuck Pope - CEO Pope International; Jeff Grieco...
2023-07-171h 03
Best Picture This2008: No DOUBT About It: This Was a SnubTwo greats, Meryl Streep and Philip Seymour Hoffman, go head-to-head in writer-director John Patrick Shanley's "Doubt," which took home a loot of Best Actor noms in 2008 but was snubbed for Best Picture.
In this episode, Mike and Brian explore the power of ambiguity, talk dramatic stakes, character depth, what makes a supporting actor turn award-worthy and, finally, whether to keep or kick this title from their top fives of the year.
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2022-08-2943 min
The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 30401 Bayou Noir/ Back Of Town Two Step – Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys – Trace Of Time02 White Dress – Fairport Convention – Rising For The Moon03 The Last Pint – Pierre Bensusan – A La Carte04 Banks Of The Sweet Primroses – The Copper Family – Come Write Me Down05 If I Was A Black Bird – Eleanor Shanley – Desert Heart06 The Gardener – Hedgehog Pie – The Green Lady07 Lazlo Faher – Capstick – The Punch And Judy Man08 Both Sides The Tweed – Dick Gaughan – Handful Of Earth09 Coal Hole Cavalry – Gary n Vera – A Taste Of Hotpot10 Moonshine...
2022-04-262h 27The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 30001 If I Was A Blackbird – Eleanor Shanley – Desert Heart02 Biddy Mulligan – Frank Harte & Donal Lunny – Listen To My Song03 Three Score And Ten – The Watersons – Early Days04 The Man Who Waters The Workers Beer – Bernard Wrigley and Dave Brooks – Songs From The Octagon05 Cricklewood (BBC Session 1979) – Christy Moore – The Early Years06 The Rout Of The Blues – Robin and Barry Dransfield – Rout Of The Blues07 Here’s The Tender Coming – Dave Burland – The Dalesman’s Litany08 The Lakes Of Shilin – Tony Rose – Bare Bones09 The John McLean March – Dick Gaughan – No More Forever10 The Diamond – The McCalmans – Lost...
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What Happens Now?Luke Shanley - Sky Sports reporterOne of the most surreal parts of lockdown has been the total lack of football on TV. In this episode, Luke Shanley from Sky Sports talks about how the coronavirus crisis has affected the game, and what positives might emerge when the players finally return to the field. Luke is an expert in Scottish football, but also has plenty of insight in to the Premier League and we discuss various aspects of the world of football as it shows signs of sparking back to life. ---To support this p...
2020-04-2956 min
Windy City Irish RadioWindy City Irish Radio - October 3, 2018This week on Windy City Irish Radio, the evening begins with casual discourse on the changing of the seasons. Tim is a summer guy, you see. Boats, beaches, warm evenings, late sunsets, sunscreen and mosquito bites. Mike is a fan of autumn. Crisp and sunny fall afternoons, leaves falling from the trees, scarecrows, s'mores, football, and, well, gourds. Who doesn't like gourds? Tune in this week and listen for new music from Eleanor Shanley's new group Garadice Music and more from Dublin's Slide, Sligo's Téada, Scottish folk hero Dougie MacLean, The Black Family, Eleanor McEvoy Music with Mary Coughlan, M...
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The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 230PODCAST: 21 May 2017 01 Blues Run The Game - Martin Simpson - Trials And Tribulations 02 Searching For Lambs - The Fates - Now We Are Three03 The 1973 Camper Crossing The Rhine - Drohne - La Son Du Bois04 Wintermoon - Lau - Decade The Best Of 2007-201705 The King And The Fair Mid - Cara - In Colour06 Jim Jones - Ian Rob - Hang The Piper07 The Cinder Rosary - Jenny McCormick - Sw...
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The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 197PODCAST: 02 Oct 201601 Slaves - Faustus - Death And Other Animals02 Call Me Home - Alden, Patterson And Dashwood - Call Me Home03 Her Mantle So Green - Eleanor Shanley - Forever Young04 The Steampacket / The Lady's Cup Of Tea / The Humours Of Scariff - Mary McNamara and Sorcha Costello - The Lady's Cup Of Tea05 Names On A Wall - The Changing Room - Names On A Wall06 Brewer Lad - Cara - Long Distance Love07 Laws...
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The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 185PODCAST: 10 Jul 2016 01 Bollweevil Blues - Jo Ann Kelly - Women In [E]Motion02 Fields Of Gold - Eva Cassidy - The Collection03 Rainy Night In Soho - Mary McPartlan - The Holland Handkerchief04 The Lads - Kathryn Tickell & Corrina Hewat - The Sky Didn't Fall05 Grey Funnel Line - Maddy Prior & June Tabor - Silly Sisters06 She Moves Through The Fair - Margaret Barry - Songs Of An Irish Tinker Lady07 Our Town - Iris Dement - Infamous Angel08 John - Inge Thomson - Shipwrecks & Static09 First T...
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The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 152PODCAST: 22 Nov 2015 01 Away Out On The Mountain - Tim O’Brien - Away Out On The Mountain02 Little Beggar Girl - Zoox - Ups And Downs03 The Poor Sod - Jake Thackray - Jake In A Box04 Stone's Rag - Doc Watson - Riding The Midnight Train05 Song Of The Bones - Paul Green - Then Below And Deep Away06 The Dimming Of The Day - Eleanor Shanley - Forever Young07 Singing With Old Scratch - Half Dea...
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The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 149PODCAST: 01 Nov 2015 01 Them Wheels Don’t Roll - Kane, Welch, Kaplin - Lost John Dean02 Cold Winds Blow - Broom Bezzums - No Smaller Than The World03 Willow Tree - The Rails - Australia EP04 Rambling Sailor - Slocan Ramblers - Coffee Creek05 The Rose In The Heather - Emma Sweeney - Pangea06 Knocking At The Door - Cockersdale - Doin' The Manch07 Her Mantle So Green - Eleanor Shanley - Forever Young08 Longdog - Show Of Hands ...
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The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 116PODCAST: 15 Mar 201501 - Ordinary Man – Christy Moore – Ordinary Man02 - My Irish Molly O – De Danaan – Star Spangled Molly03 - County Down - Danu - The Road Less Travelled04 - The Fox Hunters – Tony Howley and Tom Cussen – There’s Always Room At Our House05 - Once I Loved – Arcady – Many Happy Returns06 - I Knew You When You Were Nothing - Jimmy Crowley - My Love Is A Tall Ship07 - Kilkelly – Eleanor Shanley – Eleanor Shanley and Friends08 - Postscript – Seamus Heaney – The Poet and The Piper / Out On The Ocean/Guitar Ji...
2015-03-151h 24
The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 110PODCAST: 01 Feb 201501 - Child Owlet - Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman - Tomorrow Will Follow Today02 - Down Worker Down - The Wheeze and Suck Band - Flash Lads03 - Shoals Of Herring - Dave Burland - Benchmark04 - Dreadnought - Jason Titley - Still Rollin'05 - Jonny O’The Brine - Sam Lee and Friends - The Fade In Time06 - Old Molly Metcalfe - The Witches Of Elswick - Hell's Belles07 - Let Him Go Let Hi...
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The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 81PODCAST: 13 Jul 201401 Bottle Up And Go - Snooks Eaglin - That’s All Right02 England Green and England Grey - Reg Meuross - England Green and England Grey03 The Sandgate Dandling Song - Bridie Jackson and The Arbour - New Skin04 Tatter Jack Walsh/Knights Of St Patrick/Cook In The Kitchen - James Conway - Mouth Box05 Raglan Road - Eleanor Shanley - Eleanor Shanley06 Take The Star Out Of The Window - The Laggan - Vintage Laggan07 Genesis Hall - Goodwin And Gray...
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The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 71PODCAST: 04 May 201401 - James Monroe - The Henry Girls - Louder Than Words02 - Beg, Blag and Steal - Broom Bezzums - Wine From A Mug03 - Dinny Delaney’s / The Yellow Wattle - Kevin Burke - if the Cap Fits04 - Forty Pence Butter - Hamish Imlach - Cod Liver Oil and Orange Juice05 - The Bantry Girls Lament - Eddi Reader and Eleanor Shanley - Eleanor Shanley and Friends06 - Sea Shanty - The Rough Island Band - All Around Us07 - The Bow to the Sailor - Ange Hardy - T...
2014-05-041h 15
The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 61PODCAST: 23 Feb 201401 - The Last Rider - Seth Lakeman - Word of Mouth02 - Danns' A Luideagan Odhar - Julie Fowlis - Gach Sgeul03 - Welcome to Mugsborough - Robb Johnson - Draw Down The Moon04 - Galway to Graceland - Eleanor Shanley - Desert Heart05 - Kerry Polka / I Have A Bonnet Trimmed With Blue - Bob Davenport and the Rakes - Red Haired Lad06 - Bonny Light Horseman - Socks in the Frying Pan - Socks In The Frying Pan
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The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 50PODCAST: 08 Dec 201301 - Band of Teachers - Steeleye Span - Wintersmith02 - The Humours of the King of Ballyhooley - Patrick Street - Irish Times03 - Winter Song - Lindisfarne - The Best of Lindisfarne04 - London Danny - Jez Lowe - Heads Up05 - Castle Rock Road - Damien O'Kane - Demo06 - Song for Caroline Herschel - Phillip Henry and Hannah Martin - Mynd07 - Mother Willow Tree - Ange Hardy - Barefoot Folk08 - The Jolly Banker - The Jolly Ba...
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The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 48PODCAST: 24 Nov 201301 - On A Monday - Ry Cooder - Into the Purple Valley02 - The Wild Rover - Maeve MacKinnon - Don't Sing Love Songs03 - William and Mary's Parting - Nic Jones - Nic Jones04 - Himalaya - Red Note Ensemble and Kuljit Bhamra - Reels to Ragas05 - The Mermaid - James Bell - Joy and Jealousy06 - Waterland - Phillip Henry and Hannah Martin - Mynd07 - Miss You Blues - Steve Phillips and the Rough Diamonds - North Country Blues...
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The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 44PODCAST: 27 Oct 201301 - The Bones - Rusty Shackle02 - Craigie Hills - Caladh Nua03 - Benjamin Bowmaneer - Swan and Dyer04 - Galway to Graceland - Eleanor Shanley05 - Tommy O Dea’s/The Silver Slipper/Shave the Baby with a Spoon - Leonard Barry06 - Katie Cruel - Salt House07 - Rosanna’s Song - Virginia Barrett (no website but as Virginia Kettle she's in Merry Hell!)08 - Tippin' it up to Nancy - Christy Moore09 - Marrowbones - Stee...
2013-10-271h 25
The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 12PODCAST: 17 Mar 2013Sig - Doon Reel - Frankie Lane01 - Ride The Peace Train - Jackie Macaulay02 - Between the Jigs and the Reels (poem) - Moya Cannon03 - Na Cannabháin Bhána / Hardiman the Fiddler - The McCarthy Sisters04 - My Heart's Tonight in Ireland - Andy Irvine05 - Every County on the Island - Tommy Sands06 - I Wish I Had Someone To Love Me - Cathie Ryan07 - The Lonesome Road to Dingle - Niamh Ní Charra08...
2013-03-181h 29