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Former Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed, former Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter, and Philadelphia Citizen co-founder Larry Platt talk about what it really takes to get sh*t done in cities. New episodes twice monthly.

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Latest Episodes

In a very special episode of the podcast, our hosts soak up the wisdom of renowned 92-year-old former California Speaker of the House and San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown, a player still at the top of his political game.

From jelly bean power plays... more

A recent report by Harvard University's Opportunity Insights revealed a sorry statistic for Philadelphia: We are last in the nation for economic mobility. In other words, we have a lot to learn from other American cities.

On this special episode of... more

Milwaukee, WI Mayor Cavalier Johnson won reelection in 2024 with 80 percent of the vote. "Those are Vladimir Putin levels," joked Citizen Co-Founder Larry Platt.

"The difference is, Putin's still looking for the other 20 percent!" said host and for... more

Nashville, TN Mayor Freddie O'Connell was compelled to run for office on a simple principle. For too long, transit and infrastructure had been neglected by city officials. Upon winning his race in 2023, O'Connell's north star has been making it easie... more

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Recent Guests

Willie Brown
Former Speaker of the California Assembly and former Mayor of San Francisco
California politics / San Francisco
Episode: A Masterclass in Politics and Fearlessness
Kasim Reed
Former Atlanta Mayor
City of Atlanta
Episode: The Key Word in "Progressive" is Progress
Michael Nutter
Former Philadelphia Mayor
City of Philadelphia
Episode: The Key Word in "Progressive" is Progress
Cavalier Johnson
Mayor of Milwaukee
City of Milwaukee
Episode: The Key Word in "Progressive" is Progress
Freddie O'Connell
Mayor of Nashville, Tennessee
Mayor of Nashville
Episode: Are You Ready for Freddie?
Stephen Goldsmith
Former mayor of Indianapolis; Harvard professor; data and city governance expert
Harvard Kennedy School; Data Smart City Solutions at the Bloomberg Center for Cities
Episode: Unpacking a Mayor's Superpower
Aparna Ramanan
Leads the Mayor's Challenge program at Bloomberg Philanthropies
Bloomberg Philanthropies
Episode: The Sweet Smell of $1 Million For Cities
Monique Boulet
Mayor President of Lafayette, Louisiana; winner of Bloomberg Mayor's Challenge
Lafayette, Louisiana
Episode: The Sweet Smell of $1 Million For Cities
Michael Smerconish
Sirius XM and CNN host, political commentator
Smerconish Media
Episode: Breaking Through Media Tribalism

Hosts

Kasim Reed
Former Mayor of Atlanta; frequent guest and contributor on municipal governance topics.
Larry Platt
Co-founder of a regional civic publication; frequent host and interviewer in municipal governance discussions.
Michael Nutter
Former Mayor of Philadelphia; recurring contributor on urban policy and leadership.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Mayors listen

    As a small city mayor, I love this show and get a lot out of it. Like a pep talk for the bad days and a how to when I have a little time on good ones.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Marty from The Grow Maine Show
    United States2 years ago

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Mayors appreciate practical, actionable insights and real-world storytelling.
The conversations feel candid and solution-oriented, not sensational.
Guests bring high-level expertise with down-to-earth examples.

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Are You Ready for Freddie?
Q: What was your slogan during the campaign, and how did it reflect your approach?
The slogan underscored a practical, action-oriented leadership style—focusing on delivering tangible improvements for residents and building credibility through results.
Are You Ready for Freddie?
Q: Talk to us about that, because you had to do public persuasion, you raised taxes to do this, is that correct?
Yes, that's correct. We used public persuasion and a well-communicated plan to fund Choose How You Move, which was important to getting broad support across the city.
The Cities Doing Transportation Right
Q: What are the three to five things a city leader should get right before a large event?
Engage with residents and businesses to minimize disruption, be transparent about what will change, protect essential services for everyday citizens, and implement a centralized communications and emergency plan that can adapt during the event.
A Political Asshole No More
Q: What's your message to Democrats in these times?
Fight like hell and provide voters with something to be for, a sense of hope and direction.
A Political Asshole No More
Q: What did your wife say when you realized you were going to lose everything?
She started to cry because she knew that we were going to lose everything, but she said she loved me and believed in me.

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This show centers on practical urban governance, focusing on how mayors and city leaders deliver real results. Conversations emphasize cross-sector collaboration, data-informed decision-making, and pragmatic policy implementation in areas like housing, mobility, infrastructure, and economic development. A recurring strength is spotlighting fellow city leaders and practitioners who translate bold ideas into tangible neighborhoods-level progress, often highlighting partnerships with philanthropy and national networks to accelerate action. Noteworthy is the casual, candid tone that blends personal anecdotes with hard-earned lessons, making it useful for listeners who want actionable takeaways for city-scale challenges or for sponsors seeking p... more

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1. Willie Brown
2. Kasim Reed
3. Michael Nutter
4. Cavalier Johnson
5. Freddie O'Connell
6. Stephen Goldsmith
7. Aparna Ramanan
8. Monique Boulet

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