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Good Government Show

Valley Park Productions

The Good Government Show is a premier podcast dedicated to exploring the critical work of public service in America. We feature in-depth conversations with governors, senators, mayors and county commissioners, providing insights into leadership, crisis management and the best practices that drive effective government. Join us for a serious and thought-provoking look at modern governance, where policy meets practice and where every conversation is a lesson in dedication, innovation and public

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38:02

Raising Hell in Chicago wth Tara Stamps

Good Government Show ·

2024/08/22

Tara Stamps is a force, you will notice that about a minute into the conversation. She’s Chicago born and raised and she has invested her whole life into making Cook County better. First as a teacher, helping other teachers, like the current mayor. And now as a Cook County commissioner. Just listen to her. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: Ourco How to Really Run a City Route Fifty National Association of Counties (NACo) Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow

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29:31

The West Starts in Ft. Worth with Mayor Mattie Parker

Good Government Show ·

2024/08/15

Ft. Worth is the fastest growing large city in the USA, but they still manage to hold on to their Old West Roots. Check out the daily cattle drive. Mayor Mattie Parker talks about how she helps manage the huge growth in her city but how they keep their Western roots, and she talks music. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: Ourco How to Really Run a City Route Fifty National Association of Counties (NACo) Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Host/Reporter: David

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36:27

Boots, Hats, and Texas Government with J.D. Clark

Good Government Show ·

2024/08/08

J.D. Clark is a young county juror in Wise County Texas, a suburb of Ft. Worth, growth is the biggest challenge. Growth and keeping the old west and cowboy image of Texas. JD has the hats and boots to go with his Texas roots. Listen and hear about government in Texas. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: Ourco How to Really Run a City Route Fifty National Association of Counties (NACo) Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Host/Reporter: David Martin Producers:

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If the Mayor Cant Do it Who Can? with Reno Mayor...

Good Government Show ·

2024/08/01

Reno, Nevada Mayor Hillary Schieve took it personal. Facing real personal challenges in her family she saw how hard it was to get help for people facing mental health problems. Because of her experiences, she set out to make a difference and make it easier for those seeking mental health solutions. And not just in Reno, but through her position as president of the US Conference of Mayors, she made it a national crusade. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: Ourco How to Really Run a City

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49:04

Update: Clean Water Gets Cleaner in the Florida Keys

Good Government Show ·

2024/07/25

You think of the Florida Keys, you think about clean blue water, great fishing, great swimming and diving and tropical drinks at sunset. However, some of the waters, the many canals where houses were built, were polluted with not enough water flow and were poorly constructed. Now a program is in place to clean up these canals one by one. On our first season we talked about the program. This year we went back and are happy to report that the progress is continuing. S1E11 - Clear blue water and

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44:10

Great Weather, Great Beaches, and Good Neighbors with...

Good Government Show ·

2024/07/18

Mayor Todd Gloria presides over one of the best places in the USA, best if you like near perfect warm weather year ‘round. With Mexico as a neighbor Mayor Todd has a practical and personal relationship with the immigration and border issue. He deals with it every day, and he says what you might hear and see on TV is not often reality. Listen to him talk about what he sees in San Diego, California. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: Ourco How to Really Run a City Route Fifty National

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33:06

A tough start in Oakland with Mayor Sheng Thao

Good Government Show ·

2024/07/11

Oakland has always been in the shadow of it’s across the bay neighbor, San Francisco, but a new mayor is working on changing that and improving how the city operates and is perceived. Crime and homelessness are problems, but Mayor Sheng Thao is working on that. Just listen. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: Ourco How to Really Run a City Route Fifty National Association of Counties (NACo) Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Host/Reporter: David Martin

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50:53

The Reluctant Politician Promotes Good Government

Good Government Show ·

2024/07/04

Shawn Milnes didn’t start out wanting to be in government and while he served as a county commissioner, he still can be a government critic, just like how he started out. Thinking he could do better, he ran for office, won an election but now serves Northern Utah on a commission that represents government to the business community. He says his background in and out of government helps him deliver better government for the business and the business community. Hear how he juggles them both. Thanks

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44:07

Housing, Hockey, & Leadership with Mary Jo McGuire

Good Government Show ·

2024/06/20

Hockey player Mary Jo McGuire is also the county commissioner in Ramsey Co, Minnesota. She is also the current president of the National Association of Counties. In the meantime, she champions affordable housing, loves to dine at local ethnic restaurants and for fun cross country skis. Busy lady. Listen to how she manages it all. Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Host/Reporter:

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37:29

Apples, Wine and Winston Churchill with Yakima County...

Good Government Show ·

2024/06/06

Yakima Washington County Commissioner Amanda McKinney is a force, she is and she talks and more important she listens. And, being from Washington, she knows her apples and wine, so listen to how you can get the best from Washington in your pie. Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Host/Reporter: David Martin Producers: Carol D'Auria, David Martin, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason

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26:15

From the Hills, Good Government in Tuolumne County...

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2024/05/23

Jaron Brandon is Tuolumne County (CA) Supervisor. Housing is an issue that got him involved in politics back in his home county. He has continued to work to create affordable housing and sees housing as an issue that effects almost every other aspect of life. Listen to how he is hoping to improve conditions. Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Hosts: Jaron Brandon, David Martin Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jaron Brandon, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason Stershic

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34:42

The Mothman Lives in West Virginia, check the red...

Good Government Show ·

2024/05/09

Something Weird in Mason County, WV Stop into Mason County and see the Mothman, ok maybe not the real Mothman, but his eight-foot high statue. It’s in downtown Point Pleasant, WV and it’s a local legend and it’s weird, as County Commissioner Rick Handley explains. Ok it’s not Rosewell UFO crash site, weird, but it’s part of the local color of Mason County, West Virginia. Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producers: David Martin,

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36:13

The Good Commissioner of West Virginia

Good Government Show ·

2024/04/25

Meet Fred Davis of Tucker County, West Virginia. His campaign strategy involved lottery tickets and beer. He’s a real character on government and he’s a real as they come. So what makes him good, he listens… just listen. Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Host/Reporter: David Martin Producers: Carol D'Auria, David Martin, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason Stershic

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48:34

Taxes are FUN, Just ask the IRS (A Conversation with...

Good Government Show ·

2024/04/11

Paying taxes sucks. We all know that. But the IRS doesn’t see it that way. In truth, the IRS expects us all to pay our taxes, but they really only want us to pay what we owe, no more, no less. And the IRS really will help you pay the correct amount. Kristien Deazeley of the IRS explains. GoodGovernmentShow.com IRS.gov/help Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Ourco

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42:02

Bringing a Passion to Health Care

Good Government Show ·

2024/04/04

Don’t lock ‘em up, heal them up... Jim Cavanaugh is a county commissioner in Douglas County, Nebraska. Out in Omaha his passion project is making sure people who need mental health assistance aren’t just tossed in jail. He says not only does it not get them the care they need, but it simply costs more. So listen to his solutions and where to get a good steak in Nebraska. Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producers: David Martin,

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40:01

American Dream on the American Border

Good Government Show ·

2024/03/21

Manny Ruiz is the American dream. His parents came to American for a better life for their 11 children. A first generation American, Manny is now a Santa Fe County Arizona county commissioner. He sees a lot of things right at the border, but he also sees where and how things can and should improve. Listen to someone living their entire life at the border talk about life as a new American. Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive

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51:07

Immigration at the border in El Paso

Good Government Show ·

2024/03/07

David Stout is a county commissioner in El Paso, Texas. The only crisis he sees at his border is a humanitarian crisis. Every day he deals with migrant issues and regularly visits his migrant processing center and talks with migrants and hears their stories. It’s an eye-opening conversation with someone on the front lines of the immigration situation. Just listen. Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producers: David Martin, David

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54:29

Tommy Calvert Stands tall in Texas

Good Government Show ·

2024/01/11

Tommy Calvert is a Bexar County Texas Commissioner. And he doesn’t just stand out because he’s tall. He stands out because he gets things done. Not just in his home of San Antonio, Texas, but as you will hear around the world. GoodGovernmentShow.com Bexar.org Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Hosts/Reporters: Carol D'Auria and David Martin Producers: Carol D'Auria, David Martin,

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41:26

Crisis Management in Buffalo with Mark Polencarz

Good Government Show ·

2023/12/28

First a racist shooting left 10 dead. Then a once a century blizzard left 31 dead. Through it all Erie County New York executive Mark Polencarz managed the county through two tragic crises. Hear how he did it. GoodGovernmentShow.com SonomaCounty.CA.gov Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Hosts/Reporters: Carol D'Auria and David Martin Producers: Carol D'Auria, David Martin, Jason

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28:48

James Gore talks Wine and Wildfires in Sonoma California

Good Government Show ·

2023/12/14

When you talk to a county supervisor from Sonoma County, California, you have to start the conversation with wine, and we do. We also talk about wildfires and fire resiliency. Join the conversation. GoodGovernmentShow.com SonomaCounty.CA.gov Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Hosts/Reporters: Carol D'Auria and David Martin Producers: Carol D'Auria, David Martin, Jason Stershic

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