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City Manager Unfiltered

Joe Turner
36-Hour Workweek
Local Government
Public Sector Management
City Manager
ICMA
New Hanover Township
San Angelo, Texas
Volunteer Fire Departments
Employee Satisfaction
Utilities Management
Stanley Hawthorne
Resume Customization
City Council
Strong Mayor System
Work-Life Balance
Local Government Politics
Racial Dynamics
Wrongful Termination
First Amendment
Council-Manager Government

City Manager Unfiltered is a podcast by a city manager for city managers. I am your host, Joe Turner, and I’m on a mission to build a community for ambitious city managers. I want to provide you with the career tools and resources to help make you a better executive so you can rack up victories, polish your resume, dominate interviews, land your dream job, and win your contract negotiations. If yo... more

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For nearly 20 years, Blaine Oborn had an unblemished record as a city manager serving in multiple states. That all changed when he became the city administrator in Oak Harbor, Washington.

He assumed his duties as the city was at the very tail end of... more

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Joe Dessenberger grew up with a father who worked seven days a week until he died rather suddenly after a brief battle with cancer at the age of 62. His father had a vision of what his life would be like in retirement, but never got to enjoy it.

In ... more

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San Leandro Public Information Officer Paul Sanftner has a fantastic public safety idea that would help local government agencies during emergencies and save lives.

But he needs your help!

He is trying to persuade YouTube to add an emergency alert ... more

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Rehoboth Beach Commissioner Suzanne Goode dropped 10 voicemail messages on her city manager in the span of 24 hours demanding that he edit or unpublish an official public meeting from their YouTube account.

Why?

Because another commissioner publicl... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Dessenberger
Assistant City Manager for the City of Mays, Kansas
City of Mays, Kansas
Episode: Lessons From the Death of My Father with Joe Dessenberger | Ep. 124
Paul Sanftner
Public Information Officer for the city of San Leandro, California.
City of San Leandro
Episode: Paul Sanftner Needs Your Help with His Brilliant Public Safety Idea | Ep. 123
Nathan Read
City manager in Perry, Oklahoma and entrepreneur behind CityOrdinance.AI
CityOrdinance.AI
Episode: City Manager Launches CityOrdinanceAI for Local Governments | Ep. 119
Hayley Winkelmann
Citizen activist and stay-at-home mom advocating for the recall of councilman Joseph Lowry.
Episode: BREAKING: Horrific Details in PFA Issued Against La Marque Councilman Joseph Lowry | Ep. 117
TJ Aulds
Reporter, journalist, and business owner.
I-45 Now
Episode: Arson, Stolen Valor, and an Arrest in La Marque with Reporter TJ Aulds | Ep. 116
Jeff Harris
Former councilman for the city of Sacramento
City of Sacramento
Episode: Challenges Facing Next Sacramento City Manager with Jeff Harris | Ep. 113
Tim Rundel
City manager sharing experiences and insights on trauma in local government management.
Episode: We Carry the Trauma to Our Next Job with Tim Rundel | Ep. 111
William Brian Daily
Former police chief in the city of Cedric, and city administrator experienced in operational efficiency and city management practices.
Episode: Brian Daily: You're Getting Screwed on Your Property Insurance | Ep. 109
Sam Toles
Founder of CiviSocial, former elected official with a background in media.
CiviSocial
Episode: Sam Toles: The Social Media Playbook for City Managers | Ep. 107

Host

Joe Turner
Host of the podcast, likely structured around sharing experiences and insights related to city management roles, as well as providing resources and tools for local government professionals.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 300 ratings
  • James Freed interview

    The James Freed interview was very informative and interesting. Great show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leo Fierini
    United States8 months ago
  • Unique local government podcast

    This podcast offers interesting insights into the little-understood perspectives of city managers in America.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B. A. Johnson
    United Statesa year ago
  • A necessary voice

    Joe can be controversial but he brings a fresh perspective to a profession that is often staid, conformist, and heavily filtered.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ken Decker
    United Statesa year ago
  • No fluff look into city management

    Joe’s podcast shows that we are not alone in this crazy profession. Great look into city management and the struggles that we go through. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JHack65
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fresh, Relevant, Subtantive

    Joe’s podcasts are well researched, relevant, and very responsive to current needs of municipal executives. The topics are discussed with a level of pragmatism and proven examples. I look forward to listening in weekly to better appreciate the dynamics and opportunities for professionals to lead the industry effectively.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blough98
    United Statesa year ago

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Feedback often highlights the quality of guest experts and their valuable insights, making for an enriching listening experience.
Many appreciate the candid approach taken in addressing common challenges faced by city managers, fostering a sense of community among peers.
Listeners commend the engaging and informative nature of discussions, emphasizing the importance of the issues raised.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#109
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#183
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

City Manager Launches CityOrdinanceAI for Local Governments | Ep. 119
Q: How does the pricing model for CityOrdinance.AI work?
The pricing is based on the population of the city, with smaller cities paying less due to expected lower usage compared to larger cities.
City Manager Launches CityOrdinanceAI for Local Governments | Ep. 119
Q: What is CityOrdinance.AI and how does it work?
CityOrdinance.AI is a tool that allows residents to ask questions about city ordinances and receive answers in plain language, pulling from the city's specific codes.
City Manager Launches CityOrdinanceAI for Local Governments | Ep. 119
Q: Can you walk us through your AI journey or your interest in ChatGPT and AI?
Nathan began exploring AI after a friend recommended it and found its capabilities fascinating, eventually leading him to create CityOrdinance.AI.
City Manager Launches CityOrdinanceAI for Local Governments | Ep. 119
Q: What made you decide to leave the nest of Utah and seek out your first City Manager gig in Perry, Oklahoma?
Nathan was driven by the desire to escape Utah's harsh winters and the high housing costs, which influenced his family to move to Perry where they found a more affordable home.
BREAKING: Horrific Details in PFA Issued Against La Marque Councilman Joseph Lowry | Ep. 117
Q: What exactly is the recall effort about and how will you gather signatures?
Hayley initiated the recall effort due to Lowry's inadequate representation and has since been actively collecting signatures to put the measure on the ballot.

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Content focuses on the experiences and challenges faced by city managers, providing valuable insights into the often underappreciated profession. Discussions not only cover the practicalities of city management, such as contract negotiations, budgeting, and public safety, but also delve into more personal aspects, including work-life balance and mental health. Unique episodes highlight current controversies and innovative ideas from guests, who are typically experts or professionals within local governance. This podcast is distinguished by its candid approach, addressing tough topics in the field and creating a sense of community among city management professionals.

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2. The HaltingWinter Podcast
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1. Joe Dessenberger
2. Paul Sanftner
3. Nathan Read
4. Hayley Winkelmann
5. TJ Aulds
6. Jeff Harris
7. Tim Rundel
8. William Brian Daily

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