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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 on How to Really Run a City powered by Accelerator for America. New episodes twice monthly.

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Latest Episodes

On this episode of How To Really Run A City, innovation in cities takes a backseat to a more pressing question: How do we find our way back to recognizing the humanity in one another?

Our guest: Joe Walsh, a former Representative from Illinois. He ... more

When Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan took office in 2013, his city had just filed for the largest municipal bankruptcy in U.S. history.

Today, business is booming, crime has fallen to a 60-year low and it's no understatement to say that Detroit is back.... more

When Denver, Colorado Mayor Mike Johnston isn't sparring with congressional Republicans over immigration (and being threatened with jail time), he's pushing his city to eliminate homelessness, continuing his crusade for high-quality, affordable educa... more

"Just keep doing the next right thing, even though it's hard."

This mantra has become a political north star for Scranton mayor and recurring How To Really Run A City guest (and sometimes host), Paige Cognetti. She knows that what drives a city for... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Walsh
Former Republican Congressman who became a Democrat, known for his critiques of the current Republican Party and political transformation.
Independent
Episode: A Political Asshole No More
Mike Duggan
Mayor of Detroit, led the city through its recovery from bankruptcy
City of Detroit
Episode: Detroit Is Back, Baby!
Mike Johnston
First-term Denver Mayor, former state senator and educator, and author
City of Denver
Episode: One City's Answer to Tribalism
Rochelle Haynes
Managing Director of Bloomberg Philanthropies, What Works Cities
Bloomberg Philanthropies
Episode: Can AI Make Cities More Effective?
Patricia Lock Dawson
Mayor of Riverside, California
City of Riverside
Episode: The City Set to Be the Next Green Tech Hub in America
Garrett Langley
Founder of Flock Safety, an innovative company focused on crime reduction through technology
Flock Safety
Episode: Drones and License Plate Readers Making Cities Safer
Bryan Barnett
Republican mayor of Rochester Hills, Michigan
City of Rochester Hills
Episode: "Governtainment" in City Hall
Paige Cognetti
Mayor of Scranton, Pennsylvania
Episode: Where Local Matters
Bruce Katz
Founding director of the Nowak Metro Finance Lab at Drexel University and former HUD Chief of Staff
Nowak Metro Finance Lab
Episode: The "Elusive Wizard" Of Housing

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Larry Platt
Co-founder of the Philadelphia Citizen and prominent media personality engaged in urban issues.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
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    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.

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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.
Detroit Is Back, Baby!
Q: What made you decide to run for governor as an independent?
Duggan explained that he wanted to be able to work with both parties without partisan constraints and focus on effective governance rather than party allegiance.
Detroit Is Back, Baby!
Q: How did you keep going every day?
Duggan emphasized teamwork and building trust with City Council and the community to foster continuous improvement and engagement.
Can AI Make Cities More Effective?
Q: What do you do to stay personally motivated?
Talking to city leaders and hearing about how their work inspires them, along with my family and faith, keeps me motivated.

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The content is anchored in discussions surrounding urban governance, showcasing the insights and experiences of former mayors. Key themes include effective leadership, tackling homelessness, innovative solutions to urban challenges, and the impact of data-driven decision making in local politics. Episodes highlight the necessity for collaboration among city leaders to address pressing issues such as crime reduction, local governance reform, and environmental sustainability. With engaging dialogues among experienced political figures, listeners gain unique perspectives on the challenges and successes of managing a city, making it an appealing source for those interested in the intricacies of urban leadership.

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3. Mike Johnston
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8. Paige Cognetti

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