An Honorable Profession

Host Ryan Coonerty talked with Josh Fryday, California's Chief Service Officer, about how he's mobilizing Californians to serve one another during the pandemic and meet needs in their neighborhoods.

Host Ryan Coonerty talks with Georgia State Senator Jen Jordan about work and home life during the pandemic as she fights to keep Georgia residents protected by not reopening the state too quickly while coronavirus still presents a threat.

Host Ryan Coonerty talks with Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller about how he's working to keep families and businesses afloat during the coronavirus pandemic while still investing in the city's economic future.

Host Ryan Coonerty talks with Washington Lt. Gov. Cyrus Habib about his state's work to address the coronavirus pandemic, his advice on how to prepare for future crises, and his recent announcement that he would leave public office for the priesthood.

Host Ryan Coonerty talks with e.Republic President Cathilea Robinett about her work to support public leaders through Governing Magazine and other programs, and how great leaders are challenging old conventions and pushing for new solutions.

Host Ryan Coonerty talks with Kentucky Representative Chris Harris about what motivated him to become involved in government, and the importance of hearing the concerns of people from states like Kentucky in upcoming elections.

Host Ryan Coonerty talks with Kentucky Representative Chris Harris about what motivated him to become involved in government, and the importance of hearing the concerns of people from states like Kentucky in upcoming elections.

Host Ryan Coonerty talks with Emily Cain, Executive Director of EMILYs List, about the organization's efforts and successes at electing women to all levels of government, her experience as both a house representative and senator in Maine, and her advice to women considering running for office in a changing and important political climate.

Newly Elected NewDEAL Mayors Discuss Their Recent Elections, Forefront Issues to Address as Mayors, and The NewDEAL's Impact on Their Campaigns

Vice Chair of Exeter, New Hampshire Select Board Molly Cowan about issues of 'brain drain,' aging population, and healthcare in New Hampshire

Host Ryan Coonerty talks with Iowa Senator Liz Mathis, New Hampshire Senator Jon Morgan, and Nevada Assemblyperson Daniele Monroe-Moreno about their states' upcoming primary elections Mathis, Morgan, and Monroe-Moreno discuss the benefits and drawbacks to early primaries, particularly in allowing candidates ample time to meet with voters, particularly those from rural populations Reflects on the results of the 2016 primary election and stresses the importance of a unified Democratic vote

Host Ryan Coonerty talks with Mayor Steven Reed about his historic campaign to become the first African-American leader of Montgomery Alabama. They talk about how to run a successful modern campaign at the local level, combining traiditional retail politics and analytics, as well as how to inspire people in an era when so many people are cynical about politics. Mayor Reed also describes his focus on education and a more vibrant economy as works to invest in the city's future.

Host Ryan Coonerty talks with Massachusetts State Senator Eric Lesser about collaborative innovation, his experience with national politics, and how to support communities at the local level. 

Host Ryan Coonerty talks with Georgia State Senator Elena Parent about her fight to represent her community's voice and needs on voter suppression and issues of equity and opportunity

Host Ryan Coonerty talks with Nebraska State Senator Kate Bolz about her run to flip Nebraska's first Congressional district and her leadership in health care, education, and supporting the businesses that keep her district strong.