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The Public Service Project

Cait Dallaire
Public Service
National Security
Community Service
Multilateral Diplomacy
Environmental Justice
Community Building
Diversity
Immigration
Foreign Service
Community Engagement
USAID
Human Rights
Civil Service
Resilience
Existential Dread
Kosovo Independence
Iran Nuclear Deal
Storytelling
Climate Change
Peace Corps

We're spending some time getting to know America's public servants: who they are, what experiences shaped them, why they chose the path of service, and what they've learned along the way.

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Katelyn Choe
Retiring Foreign Service Officer with 25 years of service in various countries
Episode: On Patience and Preservation with Katelyn Choe
Abby Andre
Director of The Impact Project, specializing in data visualization for public service engagement.
The Impact Project
Episode: On Rizzy Turtles and Data Visualization with Abby Andre
Delphi Cleaveland
A seasoned foreign policy professional and Chief of Staff and VP for Growth at the Public Service Alliance
Public Service Alliance
Episode: On Scarcity and Abundance with R. Delphi Cleaveland
Jared Banks
Retired Foreign Service Officer and former US diplomat
US State Department
Episode: On Hardship Posts and Third Spaces with Jared Banks
Brianna Clarke-Schwelm
Executive director of the North Carolina Global Health Alliance, focusing on global health and women's health issues.
North Carolina Global Health Alliance
Episode: On the Global and the Local with Brianna Clarke-Schwelm
Jennifer Davis
A Foreign Service officer with extensive experience in public service.
Episode: On Bridges and Ballasts: A LIVE Conversation with Jennifer Davis
Dylan Lang
Lawyer, social worker, and human rights activist
U.S. Department of State (former)
Episode: On Rights and Responsibilities with Dylan Lang
Dr. Abir Aldhalimi
Child refugee turned clinical psychologist focusing on global mental health and trauma recovery
Founder of Unknotted Mental Health
Episode: On Trauma and Recovery with Dr. Abir Aldhalimi
Paul Kruchowski
Former senior US diplomat and career member of the Senior Executive Service
Episode: On Organization and Culture with Paul Kruchowski

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Kate DeLair
Host of The Public Service Project

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • 5/5

    Timely, genuine, and important. Americans should know who’s working for them, and this podcast is a great way to find out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JanetWolf
    United States10 months ago
  • Great listen

    Now more than ever, we need to hear these stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PodcastFan2025
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the timely and important focus on public servants, emphasizing the significance of understanding who serves the country. The narratives are described as genuine and engaging, highlighting their relevance in contemporary discourse.

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On Scarcity and Abundance with R. Delphi Cleaveland
Q: Do you see democracy and counterterrorism issues as separate challenges?
Delphi views them as intrinsically connected, where both represent tools in American foreign policy that need an integrated approach to address effectively.
On Scarcity and Abundance with R. Delphi Cleaveland
Q: Can you describe a hard day in your career?
Delphi recounted the difficulties during the evacuation of women from Afghanistan when the Taliban took over, highlighting the emotional toll of ensuring the safety of partners who faced immediate threats.
On Scarcity and Abundance with R. Delphi Cleaveland
Q: How does supporting women's rights abroad benefit the United States?
Delphi explained that by advancing the status of women globally, the U.S. is building allyship and fostering a more peaceful global society, which ultimately affects America positively in terms of national security and economy.
On Scarcity and Abundance with R. Delphi Cleaveland
Q: Tell me about one of your best days on the job.
Delphi described a memorable day in Bangladesh, where she witnessed women uplifted by technology training that allowed them to economically support their families instead of being forced into child marriage. This empowerment also had a ripple effect in their community.
On Scarcity and Abundance with R. Delphi Cleaveland
Q: How did you decide that, with all of your international experience, you wanted your career to be in foreign policy?
Delphi realized that she wanted to pursue diplomacy when she learned that it involved people communicating across cultural divides. She found inspiration in sharing stories from different cultures and believed that understanding diverse perspectives could lead to problem-solving.

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Focused on the journeys and experiences of public servants in the United States, this podcast features in-depth conversations that explore the motivations, challenges, and insights of those who dedicate themselves to public service. Each episode showcases a diverse array of guests, ranging from Foreign Service officers to leaders in global health and public policy, who share personal stories and reflect on their roles in community engagement, diplomacy, and human rights advocacy. Noteworthy themes include the importance of empathy, resilience, and the intersection of personal experiences with professional responsibilities, making this content particularly relevant for those interested in public service or looking to understand more about th... more

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2. Abby Andre
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5. Brianna Clarke-Schwelm
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7. Dylan Lang
8. Dr. Abir Aldhalimi

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