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Management Matters with James-Christian Blockwood brings together government and private sector leaders for in-depth conversations about the big issues impacting public service, government and more. A podcast of the National Academy of Public Administration.

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This episode of Management Matters with James-Christian Blockwood features Frank Fukuyama, author, political scientist and professor at Stanford University, Vanessa Williamson of the Brookings Institution, and Philip Howard, founder and chair of Comm... more

This episode of Management Matters with James-Christian Blockwood features Frank Fukuyama, author, political scientist and professor at Stanford University, Vanessa Williamson of the Brookings Institution, and Philip Howard, founder and chair of Comm... more

US Office of Personnel Management Director Scott Kupor and Academy President and CEO James-Christian Blockwood sat down for a discussion in front of a live audience during the 2025 National Conference in Washington, D.C. on November 3. 

The conversa... more

Government data is having a moment, but you knew that already, because data is every moment! What's happening with how governments large and small keep track of how they're serving their people? 

Nick Hart of the Data Foundation and Richard Coffin o... more

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Director of the Department of Administration for the State of Rhode Island
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Vince Micone
Former Acting Secretary of Labor
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City Manager of Gaithersburg, Maryland
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Michael Jacobson
Deputy Director of King County Washington Office of Performance Strategy & Budget
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Kathleen Hale
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Derek Tisler
Counsel in the elections and government program at the Brennan Center for Justice
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James-Christian Blockwood
Host of Management Matters, bringing together government and private sector leaders for in-depth conversations about public service.

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The State of Public Administration, Part 2, Q&A with Frank Fukuyama, Vanessa Williamson and Philip Howard: National Conference 2025
Q: What advice do you have for our conference participants that will be joining panel discussions and doing interactive sessions with one another?
Each panelist encourages participants to think creatively and embrace bold ideas for reforming government.
Government Data and How to Handle It with Nick Hart of Data Foundation and Richard Coffin of USAFacts
Q: What would happen if we don't improve in data?
Not improving data could lead to policymakers making decisions without the necessary insights, resulting in decreased public trust in government.
Government Data and How to Handle It with Nick Hart of Data Foundation and Richard Coffin of USAFacts
Q: How are federal agencies responding to these demands under increasing pressure to modernize their data systems?
Federal agencies are trying to modernize and protect privacy simultaneously, but many face challenges with outdated systems and the need for improved data usability.
Redefining Public Service for a Modern Workforce with US Office of Personnel Management Director Scott Kupor - Highlights from the National Conference
Q: How do we track the impacts of recent changes on public service?
We are improving transparency and will launch a better FedScope to provide data on workforce changes and impacts.
Redefining Public Service for a Modern Workforce with US Office of Personnel Management Director Scott Kupor - Highlights from the National Conference
Q: How are you thinking about recruitment and what is OPM doing to help in that regard?
We need to fix our marketing narrative around public service and provide early career opportunities to attract younger generations into government.

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The podcast features insightful discussions that bridge the gap between government and private sector leadership, focusing on pressing issues that affect public service and governance. Through conversations with experts and leaders in various fields, it tackles topics such as government reform, workforce modernization, and the role of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence in public administration. Episodes explore how these elements shape the effectiveness and accountability of institutions, aiming to provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of contemporary challenges and innovations in the public sector. What sets this podcast apart is its commitment to fostering cross-sector dialogue and promoting actionable insig... more

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