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Reimagining Government

Centre for Public Impact
Community Engagement
Governance
Storytelling
Democracy
Regulation
Public Service
Paradigm Shift
Fuck Up Nights
Government Failure
Elections
Impact Measurement
Public Administration
Long-Term Thinking
Hurricane Katrina
Government Planning
Social Imagination
Inverclyde Early Help and Custody Service
Scotland
Climate Crisis
2024 Elections

Governments are under increasing pressure to bring about the results people expect, while remaining trusted and relevant. And yet, the systems, structures, and processes of government today are often not set up to respond to the complex challenges we face as a society. In recent years, wicked problems such as the global pandemic, climate crisis, persistent racial and economic inequity, as well as ... more

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In every podcast episode, we meet people who work in government and public service. We’re always impressed by their passion and commitment. But what drew them to their work, what drives them and why do they keep doing such a tough job?

In this epis... more

We all know games are fun, but what if they could help us tackle the very real challenges we face in government?

Our host Adrian Brown talks to Keshav Sahani about how games are being used to change behaviour, build community relationships and impr... more

Regulation: a word that sends shivers down the spines of many public servants across the globe. But are we looking at it wrong? Can regulation be something that we embrace as a route to innovation in public service?

In this episode, we hear about p... more

Impact means different things to different people, depending on things like positions of power, units of measurement, and personal biases. So is impact really the thing we should be striving for, or is there something else we should be considering? more

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Recent Guests

Pierre Berestain
Interim Executive Director at CPI
Centre for Public Impact
Episode: Why work in government?
Leina'ala Nakamura
Administrator at City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii.
City and County of Honolulu
Episode: Why work in government?
Pierina Sanchez
New York City Council Member for District 14 and Chair of the NYC Council's Committee on Housing and Buildings.
New York City Council
Episode: Why work in government?
Tais Costa
Consultant at Fortaleza City Hall's Development of the New Cyclone Policy, former coordinator of the Fortaleza Innovation Lab
Fortaleza City Hall
Episode: Games and government
Trina Talukdar
Chief Visioning Officer at Fields of View
Fields of View
Episode: Games and government
Carina Gormley
Senior Associate at CPI's Climate Change Initiative
Centre for Public Impact
Episode: Does regulation really matter?
Connie Benkowitz
Director for Development and Public Policy at the Centre for Transforming Communities in Memphis, Tennessee
Centre for Transforming Communities
Episode: Does regulation really matter?
Thomas Johnson
Representative from Greater Manchester Combined Authority
Greater Manchester Combined Authority
Episode: Does regulation really matter?
Zazie Thoma
Evaluator working with teams and organizations on system and complexity informed initiatives
Episode: Reimagining impact

Host

Adrian Brown
Executive Director of the Centre for Public Impact and host of the podcast, contributing expertise in governance and public service reform.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • great podcast. spot on. thank you

    great podcast. the new vision is needed. looking forward to the next one. thank you

    Audible
    5
    corn
    United States3 years ago
  • From Finland to Chillicothe

    This podcast brings together such a wide range of experts who’ve been involved in communities and government at a real, practical level. From Finland to Chillicothe!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Community optimist
    United States3 years ago
  • Insightful and inspiring

    An interesting look at governments around the world and how people are trying to make government better. Feels like this thinking is really needed right now, given everything that’s going on in the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eveline BD
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Great inspiration

    Great to hear a variety of voices on innovation at different levels in the civil service.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lbensonarmer
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • A refreshing take!

    Fascinating show, really digging into the depths of some important social issues. Brilliantly presented and packed with interesting information. Looking forward to more of this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ScoopAnchor
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the diverse range of expert voices sharing practical insights on governance.
Many find the discussions inspiring and timely, addressing critical social issues.
The podcast is celebrated for its depth and presentation, making complex topics engaging and understandable.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#127
United Arab Emirates/Government
Apple Podcasts
#139
Singapore/Government
Apple Podcasts
#248
Denmark/Government

Talking Points

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Why work in government?
Q: How do you think shared lived experience more generally helps people who work in government to better serve the community?
Shared lived experience acts as a mirror and a portal into the injustices communities face, activating advocacy and making leaders more effective.
Does regulation really matter?
Q: What is the significance of community engagement in regulatory processes?
Community engagement is pivotal to understand the impact of regulations and to craft them to genuinely support the needs of those affected.
Does regulation really matter?
Q: Why does regulation have such a poor public image?
Regulation is often perceived negatively because it involves government defining how people should act, which can feel restrictive and complicated.
Does regulation really matter?
Q: How does regulation function in governance?
Regulation acts as a set of rules that establish guardrails for the community, ensuring access to safe resources and upholding general human rights.
What on earth is a paradigm shift?
Q: How does community power represent a new paradigm for public service?
Community power shifts the focus to collective action and voice, allowing communities to engage on their terms rather than as individual consumers within the existing system.

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This podcast explores innovative approaches to reforming governance, spotlighting conversations with public servants and policymakers globally. A recurring theme is the importance of community engagement, social justice, and effectively addressing complex societal challenges such as climate change, racial inequity, and public health crises. By featuring diverse voices from the public sector, the content promotes the idea that reimagining government processes is essential to meet contemporary demands and enhance trust in institutions. The podcast stands out for its focus on actionable insights drawn from real-world experiences, emphasizing the need for new frameworks to create effective and meaningful change within public administration.

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Recent guests on Reimagining Government include:

1. Pierre Berestain
2. Leina'ala Nakamura
3. Pierina Sanchez
4. Tais Costa
5. Trina Talukdar
6. Carina Gormley
7. Connie Benkowitz
8. Thomas Johnson

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