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Good Government Show

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Cleveland
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Public Safety
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Elections
Immigration
Los Angeles County
Agriculture
Ourco
Mississippi River
Santa Fe County
Texas
Barton Springs
Traffic Management
Local Government
Housing Affordability
Fate, Texas
Montgomery County
Housing Development

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 pol... more

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Latest Episodes

Phil Armstrong served eight years as Lehigh County Commissioner. Among other projects, he expanded a senior home and he kept the Iron Pigs, a popular minor league team, to stay. And he's not done yet. Now he is executive director of the County Execut... more

Barbara Buffaloe is a dynamo. She might be short, but she's powerful and a force of nature. Listen to her talk about how she's working for Columbia, MO.

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9/11 changed Kshemendra Paul's career. He wanted to help, he wanted to be a part of the solution. And he walked away from a career in technology companies and became a public servant. As he sees it, a higher calling.

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Protecting the prairie, turning an oil field into a nature center, that's good government and good environmental stewardship in Houston, Texas. Listen to Commissioner Adrian Garcia explain how he did it.

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Recent Guests

Mary Alford
County Commissioner in Alachua County, Florida
Alachua County
Episode: Citizens Rule in one Florida County
Max Stier
President and CEO of The Partnership for Public Service
The Partnership for Public Service
Episode: The Voice of Public Service Meets the Partnership for Public Service
Chris Ronayne
County Executive of Cuyahoga County, Ohio, focusing on freshwater initiatives and economic development
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Episode: Water Knows No Borders
Gino Moretti
Mayor of St. Anisette, Quebec, Canada, co-chair of the Great Lakes City Initiative
City of St. Anisette
Episode: Canada and US Working Together
Marina Sawyer
Chief Technical Officer for Appalachian Botanical Company.
Appalachian Botanical Company
Episode: A Trip Back to Coal Country
Veronica Stevens
Payroll clerk for Appalachian Botanical.
Appalachian Botanical
Episode: A Trip Back to Coal Country
Justin Barker
Appalachian Botanical
Episode: A Trip Back to Coal Country
Scott Hyatt
Construction worker at Appalachian Botanical.
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Gayle Manchin
Federal co-chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission.
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Host

Dave Martin
Host of The Good Government Show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Love the insights on government

    A unique show that gives you a window into your government and the important things that happen behind the scenes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JP_reviews_
    United Statesa year ago
  • Goid government

    Great show ! It’s nice to hear stories of government doing good!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pnat1
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the Good Government Show

    Fantastic podcast - I highly recommend show for anyone interested in government

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maddierw16
    United States3 years ago
  • There is good in Government!

    The Good Government Show is a great podcast with the goal of sharing stories about how local governments are doing their best to help people, proving that there are publicly elected officials who are trying to make the world a better place starting with their own backyard. I really enjoyed the stories that hosts David and Carol shared about a variety of projects and initiatives from all across the US; feel good stories about helping veterans, rehabilitating prisoners, revitalizing towns and crea... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Badwolfbay87 (Stefanie)
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Stories from officials and organizers, not just headlines.
The show highlights public servants and local governance across the country.
Thoughtful conversations about government—practical and hopeful.

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Getting Involved in Los Angeles County with County Supervisor Holly Mitchell
Q: What should people do if they're not happy with the way things are going?
Communicate their concerns to their elected officials directly.
Getting Involved in Los Angeles County with County Supervisor Holly Mitchell
Q: How can the voters, the constituents know if they're getting good government?
They have to pay attention and hold their elected officials accountable.
No Mistake, Cleveland is Where it's At with Mayor Justin Bibb
Q: What do you look for to judge your success as mayor?
I look for more cranes in the sky, more business starts, and increased engagement from residents in our governance processes.
No Mistake, Cleveland is Where it's At with Mayor Justin Bibb
Q: How does the work done in downtown Cleveland impact neighborhoods?
A thriving downtown contributes significantly to the economic health of neighborhoods, facilitating investments and improvements across the city.
No Mistake, Cleveland is Where it's At with Mayor Justin Bibb
Q: How are you addressing the perception that the downtown core area needs more than just a splashy new waterfront?
We're enhancing safety and security, creating protected bike lanes, converting legacy office buildings to live, work, play communities, supporting job growth, and improving public spaces.

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The show focuses on public service, governance, and the real-world impact of policy. Guests range from local officials and agency leaders to nonprofit advocates and cross-border collaboration voices, with recurring emphasis on leadership, accountability, and community impact. Episodes often center on housing, environmental policy, intergovernmental cooperation, and public stewardship, highlighting practical programs, success stories, and the human side of government. A notable strength is bringing diverse public-sector perspectives together—local to international—making it valuable for listeners who want to understand how governance plays out on the ground and how effective public service improves communities.

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1. Mary Alford
2. Max Stier
3. Chris Ronayne
4. Gino Moretti
5. Marina Sawyer
6. Veronica Stevens
7. Justin Barker
8. Scott Hyatt

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