Top Government Podcasts

In recent years, Congressional approval ratings and legislative output have been at historic lows, yet the incumbent re-election rate has remained at its typically high level. What factors contribute to these outcomes and explain these apparent disparities? Why does Congress seem to be so dysfunctional? How can Congress continue to do "business as usual" in the face of widespread dissatisfaction?

In this podcast, we will tackle these questions by examining the structure, organization, powers, and operations of Congress, the Congressional election system, and the legislative and budget processes, with particular emphasis on the dynamics of Congressional politicking, the obstacles to passing legislation, the persistence of protracted budget battles, and the rise in performative politics as part of Congressional practice.

How well do you know your neighbors? What do you have in common with the people living around you? And what do you all have the power to change?

These are the questions that led us on this journey. In our 4-part limited series, we’re shadowing the campaign of Ward 2 City Council hopeful, Sheila Rachels, in Malden, Massachusetts. Joined by fellow Malden High School Alum, Jacqueline Tynes, we dive into Sheila's path to becoming a candidate, her priorities, and some of the nuances of what it means to run for local office.

How does this extremely diverse city of 66,000 operate currently, and how can its fiscal and human resources be mobilized to serve its citizens?
 
Follow along with us each month through Election Day, November 7, 2023 as we seek to answer those questions and more. So whether you're already an active member of the community, or you're on the hunt for new ways to get involved, we hope this series will inspire you to look at your own neighborhood in a new light. 

And if you can't find what you're looking for, you can always make it yourself. 

Follow Sheila For Malden wherever you get your podcasts. And to learn more about the campaign or where to donate, visit SheilaForMalden.com. This program is a product of people coming together and sharing their talents. Our show’s hosted and written by Sheila and Jacqueline. Additional scripting, producing, editing, and show art by David Riemer. 

The Wicked South will explore the dark history of the Murdaugh legal dynasty, as well as the fascinating criminal cases on both sides of the law.

Morning show host Elvis Duran is Thinking Out Loud with some of his favorite people - artists, performers, and even a few regular schmucks. Tune in for honest, thoughtful and fun conversations.

This is the podcast of the Joint Advanced Warfighting School (JAWS), a joint war college part of National Defense University. Join us monthly for elite discussions on war, history, theory, strategy and current national security concerns.

Bloomberg journalist Emily Chang sits down for intimate interviews with the biggest names at the intersection of tech, business, entertainment and culture. Join us every Thursday for a behind-the-scenes look at the most exciting and influential trends, and the big personalities behind them.