The Political Life

The Political Life

A podcast about the people whose lives are immersed in the political world, and how they got there - from campaigns to capitols and everywhere in between. Politicians, lobbyists, pollsters, and business people. If they're on the show, they're living the political life.
Meet Josh Gray's Mom, Jackie Krentzman!
March 31, 2023x
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Meet Josh Gray's Mom, Jackie Krentzman!

In this unique episode of the podcast, Jim welcomes back Josh Gray and with him, his mom Jackie Krentzman to the podcast for the first time to talk about the unique relationship they have together and how it all came to be. Topics covered in this episode include: How Jackie first met Josh. Jackie's ...

ICYMI: WASRG - Inside the Dome in Person! With Sarah Mercer, Brian Bautista, Peter Ruddell, Chris Hosek and John Holub
March 24, 202337:4434.82 MB

ICYMI: WASRG - Inside the Dome in Person! With Sarah Mercer, Brian Bautista, Peter Ruddell, Chris Hosek and John Holub

This week we are excited to run back an incredible panel from WASRG's first ever in-person Inside the Dome  – moderated by Jim! – featuring on-the-ground consultants from high-impact states giving their candid insider insight on the impact of the November elections and the major legislation expecte...

New York Politics, Crypto, and more with Chris Coffey of Tusk Strategies
March 17, 2023x
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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
March 10, 2023x
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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
March 03, 2023x
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43:3643.58 MB

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
February 24, 2023x
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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!
February 17, 2023x
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35:5934.24 MB

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
February 10, 2023x
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34:1535.67 MB

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
February 03, 2023x
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37:1052.71 MB

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!
January 27, 2023x
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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...