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Meyerside Chats: Government, Policy & Civility

Evan Meyer
Majority In the Middle
Santa Monica
Evinco Strategies
Artificial Intelligence
Georgia
Citizens United
Lehigh County, Pennsylvania
Health Savings Accounts
California State Senate
Price Transparency
Political Consulting
Cincinnati
Minnesota
San Diego, United States
Democracy
FINC
Digital Democracy
Primaries
Money In Politics
Trade Schools

Meyerside Chats seeks to eliminate the “us and them” narrative and toxic polarization by praising those who lead by example, virtuous community leadership, and authentic conversation. The intent is to showcase the humanity in those that take on the often thankless jobs of public service through civil discourse, and honoring differing points of view. Cities are an essential part of our identity. De... more

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Latest Episodes

How does local government actually work — and what does it take to turn around a neighborhood like Venice?

In this episode of How Government Really Works, Evan Meyer sits down with Los Angeles Councilmember Traci Park for a candid conversation about... more

Homelessness in Santa Monica is an issue everyone has an opinion on, and the numbers went the wrong way last year: up, while the county and the rest of the West Side went down. On this episode of Meyerside Chats, three guests bring three lenses to th... more

Why is politics so broken — and why do we keep blaming our presidents for everything?

Is dark money the real problem… or is it the incentive structure behind the system?

In this episode of Meyerside Chats, I sit down with Neil Thanedar — Executive ... more

Are we truly as divided as we’re told — or are we being conditioned to believe we are?

In this episode of Meyerside Chats, Evan sits down with Adam Mizel — longtime CEO, investor, and co-founder of US United — to explore how media incentives, cognit... more

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Traci Park
Los Angeles City Councilmember for Council District 11 (Venice/Westside)
Los Angeles City Council
Episode: How Government Really Works - Venice, Homelessness, Olympics: Los Angeles Councilmember Traci
Doug Trussler
Co-founded Bison Capital; running for City Council
Bison Capital / Santa Monica City Council candidate
Episode: Santa Monica City Council Race - Topic: Homelessness - Doug Trussler, Ashley Oelsen, Lana Negrete
Ashley Oelsen
Conservation Biologist in City Sustainability and Environmental Justice Commission
City Sustainability and Environmental Justice Commission
Episode: Santa Monica City Council Race - Topic: Homelessness - Doug Trussler, Ashley Oelsen, Lana Negrete
Lana Negrete
Current council member, former mayor and business partner at MyGovTools
City of Santa Monica / MyGovTools
Episode: Santa Monica City Council Race - Topic: Homelessness - Doug Trussler, Ashley Oelsen, Lana Negrete
Neil Thanedar
Executive Director of the Michigan Campaign Finance Network
Michigan Campaign Finance Network
Episode: Stop Blaming Presidents. Fix the Incentives - Startup Playbook for Fixing Politics | Neil Thanedar
Adam Mizel
Seasoned C-level executive and investor focused on rebuilding trust and civic engagement
US United
Episode: Changing the Algorithm, Rebuilding American Unity & the Psychology of Belief | Adam Mizel
Mark Pinsley
Controller for Lehigh County, Pennsylvania
Lehigh County Government
Episode: ICE Eviction, Healthcare Grift, and Government Transparency | Controller Mark Pinsley
Mark Jeffreys
Cincinnati City Council member, former Procter & Gamble executive, entrepreneur
Cincinnati City Council
Episode: Cincinnati on ICE, AI, Public Safety, Housing & Federal Pressure | Councilmember Mark Jeffreys
Tiffany Muller
President and Executive Director of End Citizens United
End Citizens United
Episode: Dark Money, Elections & the Supreme Court — Inside Citizens United | Tiffany Muller

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Evan Meyer
Host of Meyerside Chats with a focus on civic leadership and civil discourse; long-time community leader and civic advocate.

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ICE Eviction, Healthcare Grift, and Government Transparency | Controller Mark Pinsley
Q: What changes would you like to see to modernize county systems and data accessibility?
Modernizing legacy systems, improving access to queries without heavy IT bottlenecks, and adopting better data tools (like SQL databases) to increase transparency and reduce manual errors.
ICE Eviction, Healthcare Grift, and Government Transparency | Controller Mark Pinsley
Q: How do you handle the tension between public policy goals and practical budget constraints, especially around immigration and healthcare costs?
You evaluate data objectively, distinguish citizens from non-citizens in budgeting where possible, push for transparent pricing in healthcare, and seek policy changes that protect residents while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
ICE Eviction, Healthcare Grift, and Government Transparency | Controller Mark Pinsley
Q: What is top of mind for you as the controller in Lehigh County?
The focus is on transparency, rigorous oversight, and ensuring the funds are used efficiently, with particular attention to contracts, fair treatment of vendors, and the impact of budget decisions on residents.
Inside California’s Bill Process: Power, Politics & Transparency | Senator Roger Niello
Q: What is your view on civics education and engagement?
I believe civics education from K-12 through engagement is essential for ensuring voters can evaluate issues beyond headlines, and I've worked with educators and officials to include civics education in district resolutions to foster a more informed citizenry.
Inside California’s Bill Process: Power, Politics & Transparency | Senator Roger Niello
Q: How does the budgeting process affect transparency, and what reforms do you advocate?
I highlight that the final budget is often shaped by closed-door meetings among top leaders, creating opacity; my reforms aim to move discussion out into public, open processes and make the suspense file more accountable, though widespread legislative change would require broader political support.

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The show centers on local governance, civility, and practical public leadership, with conversations that explore how city decisions affect everyday life. Episodes commonly tackle homelessness, housing, public safety, and urban policy through multiple lenses—from council members and city officials to technology leaders and civic organizers—highlighting data-driven approaches, accountability, and regional coordination. A recurring thread is rebuilding trust across divides by elevating civil discourse, transparent processes, and citizen engagement, while also examining the role of technology, transparency, and nonpartisan collaboration in improving city operations. Noteworthy elements include strong emphasis on real-world policy trade-offs, ac... more

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2. Doug Trussler
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