The Political Life
New York Politics, Crypto, and more with Chris Coffey of Tusk Strategies
Jim welcomes a new guest to the podcast, Chris Coffey to discuss numerous topics. From working at Tusk Strategies on crypto, to working with Mayor Bloomberg.Topics covered in this episode include: How Chris and Bradley Tusk met and their relationship over the years from different jobs to Chris wor...
Why Governors Make Such Good Presidents with Steve Palmer
Jim welcomes Steve Palmer to the show to talk about presidential politics as well as Steve's work, from electric car infrastructure to telemedicine.Steven Palmer is a partner at Forbes Tate Partners , a federal and state government affairs firm with areas of specialty including health care, energy,...
Josh Gray Joins Ogilvy and Talks Leadership, Healing, and Imposter Syndrome
Jim welcomes Josh Gray back onto the podcast to talk about his new job as vice-president of the advertising company Ogivly along with other topics that have happened since Josh was last on the show. Ogilvy has been growing brands and businesses since 1948. They continue that rich legacy through bor...
An Update on Massachusetts Politics with George Cronin
Jim welcomes George Cronin back to the podcast to talk about all of the changes happening within the state of Massachusetts. Before getting into their discussion, Jim pays respect to the late Larry Rasky, founder of Rasky Partners , who passed away in March 2020. During their conversation, George i...
Bradley Tusk Returns!
This week Jim welcomes Bradley Tusk back to the show for another exciting conversation! Bradley Tusk is a venture capitalist, political strategist and writer. Bradley is the Founder and CEO of Tusk Holdings, which includes Tusk Ventures, Tusk Strategies, Kronos Archives, Ivory Gaming and Tusk Montg...
Insight Policing: Helping Police Deescalate Tense Interactions - Dr. Megan Price Educates Us
This week Jim welcomes Megan Price to the show to discuss her work applying the theories of conflict analysis and resolution to the real-life practice of policing in the United States. Megan Price, Ph.D. is Founder and Director of the Center for Applied Insight Conflict Resolution (CAICR) . She i...
Throwback: A Conversation with Legendary Investor Jim Rogers
This week we're excited to present a special throwback episode! Jim's conversation with legendary investor Jim Rogers is one you'll want to revisit - even if you've heard it before! Jim Rogers , a native of Demopolis, Alabama, is an author, financial commentator and successful international investo...
Which Lobbying Firms are the Largest? Rich Gold Returns to discuss that and much more!
This week Jim welcomes friend of the show Rich Gold back to the pod to discuss the work of lalrge lobbying firms as well as the current state of affairs now that the dust has settled on a new Congressional cycle. Rich Gold is the leader of the Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group and...
Meet a Capitol Hill Expert!
This week Jim chats with Ryan Shay , the Director of Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs at Faegre Drinker , about current events on the Hill. Ryan Shay is a Capitol Hill veteran and former legislative director with the policy experience, political insight, and relationships in the legislat...
The Global Business Alliance Represents Some of the Largest 200 International Employers in the Country
This week Jim chats with Meredith Beeson, the Senior Director of State Affairs at Global Business Alliance. In her role at GBA, Meredith focuses on educating state and local elected officials about the role of foreign direct investment as well as advancing policies that ensure fair treatment of U.S...