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Good Government Show

Good Government Show

By: Valley Park Productions
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 The Good Government Show is a premier podcast dedicated to exploring the critical work of public service in America. We feature in-depth conversations with governors, senators, mayors and county commissioners, providing insights into leadership, crisis management and the best practices that drive effective government. Join us for a serious and thought-provoking look at modern governance, where policy meets practice and where every conversation is a lesson in dedication, innovation and public accountability.Valley Park Productions Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Cleaning up the Mississippi River in Minnesota

    Cleaning up the Mississippi River in Minnesota
    Aug 19 2025

    This year the Mississippi River is a little cleaner thanks to the efforts of the people of Hennepin County, Minnesota. Debbie Goettel is a county commissioner and talks about cleaning up America’s River.

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    The Royal Cousins: How Three Cousins Could Have Stopped A World War by Jim Ludlow

    • Ourco
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    • How to Really Run a City

    Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
    Host/Reporter: David Martin
    Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
    Editor: Jason Stershic
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    41 mins
  • The Get “Stuff” Done President

    The Get “Stuff” Done President
    Aug 12 2025

    James Gore just wrapped up his year as president of the National Association of Counties. He says he’s a member of the Get “Stuff” Done party. He talks about what he’s seen over the past year and why he’s hopeful for the nation and the nation’s counties.

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    The Royal Cousins: How Three Cousins Could Have Stopped A World War by Jim Ludlow

    • Ourco
    • Good News For Lefties (and America!) - Daily News for Democracy (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)
    • How to Really Run a City

    Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
    Host/Reporter: David Martin
    Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
    Editor: Jason Stershic
    Show More Show Less
    33 mins
  • Newer better care for Veterans

    Newer better care for Veterans
    Aug 5 2025

    A new service for veterans called Tele-Emergency Care connects veterans to medical services within minutes anywhere in the U.S. listen as the program’s director explains it.

    Veterans Health Administration Tele-emergency care.

    GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors:

    The Royal Cousins: How Three Cousins Could Have Stopped A World War by Jim Ludlow

    • Ourco
    • Good News For Lefties (and America!) - Daily News for Democracy (Apple Podcasts | Spotify)
    • How to Really Run a City

    Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
    Host/Reporter: David Martin
    Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
    Editor: Jason Stershic
    Show More Show Less
    32 mins
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