A podcast presented by CivAll
Real conversations with the people who keep local government human, responsive, and connected. Hear from practitioners, communicators, and civic leaders sharing stories about building trust in their communities.
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Modern Gov Matters is a podcast about the everyday moments that build trust between local governments and the communities they serve. Each episode, we sit down with practitioners who are finding creative ways to communicate, engage, and connect.
We go beyond the talking points to explore what actually works—the wins, the challenges, and the lessons learned along the way.
“We’re excited to share the stories of the people behind government communications and civic engagement, and recognize the hard work they do every day to keep their communities informed.”
— Sarah Loyd, Host
Hosted by Sarah Loyd
Conversations with local government leaders and civic innovators
Each episode dives into the topics that matter most to government communicators and civic leaders
The moments that make residents proud and the traditions that define a city’s character.
What’s working, what’s changed, and how to explain your job to people outside government.
Which channels residents actually use and how to reach them in uncertain moments.
Getting buy-in for new ideas and working better with IT, legal, and leadership.
The small moments of kindness, the childhood memories that shaped a career in public service.
The reasons practitioners stay in this work and what excites them about civic engagement today.
What we’ll explore in upcoming episodes of Modern Gov Matters
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