The GovNavigators Show

Mar 10 2025 98 ep. 25 mins 3
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Welcome, everyone, to the The GovNavigators Show - a government focused show that won’t make you seasick. 

We hope to enlighten and enliven your week with news and insightful, entertaining guests all on the topic of government management.

Check out more at www.govnavigators.com 

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Diving into the GAO High-Risk List with GAO's Nikki Clowers

Mar 10 2025 27 mins  
This week, the GovNavigators welcome Nikki Clowers, Managing Director of the Office of Congressional Relations at GAO, to explore the vital role GAO plays in supporting oversight on Capitol Hill. She breaks down the GAO High Risk List—why it matters, how it guides government reform, and what it reveals about agencies in need of transformation. Show Notes GAO: High-Risk Report Tru

Betsy Beaumon: Shaking Up Social Security—Silicon Valley Style

Mar 03 2025 29 mins  
From Silicon Valley to just north of Capitol Hill, Betsy Beaumon joins the GovNavigators Show to share how she brought tech-driven transformation to the Social Security Administration. She reflects on her personal connection to SSA’s mission, the creation of the Office of Transformation, and the major strides made in improving security, operations, and customer experience. Show N

A Conversation with Kelly Morrison: Driving Government Efficiency with Data

Feb 24 2025 28 mins  
This week, The GovNavigators welcomes one of our favorite guests, Kelly Morrison, Senior Vice President at HumanTouch. With a distinguished 16-year tenure in the federal government she shares insights from her federal service and explores how data management and modernization can drive efficiency within DOGE's mission. Show Notes Presidential Actions: Radical Transparency about Was

Pop Up Episode: Happy Presidents' Day

Feb 17 2025 7 mins  
The GovNavigators would like to take a moment to honor Presidents Day as we prepare for another busy week. The DOGE mania is in full swing, and Congress is scheduled to hear a budget resolution on the House floor following the Presidents' Day recess. Stay informed by subscribing to our newsletter! Visit our website here to sign up.

Catching Up with C-SPAN's Howard Mortman

Feb 10 2025 30 mins  
As the new administration takes shape, C-SPAN's Director of Communications, Howard Mortman, joins the GovNavigators to share insights on the network's coverage, from confirmation hearings to shifts between administrations and what's on the network's horizon. Show Notes Trump Administration Actions: Deferred Resignation Program Blocked by Federal Judge Find Federal Expenditures: USA

Reflections with Amy Edwards Holmes, Executive Director of GovEx

Feb 03 2025 28 mins  
As the Bloomberg Center for Government Excellence marks its 10th anniversary, Executive Director Amy Edwards Holmes joins the GovNavigators show to reflect on GovEx’s impact and unveil her next steps. She discusses the center’s strides in modernizing data for real-world change and shares her insights on the future of AI in government. Show Notes OMB Memo: Federal Financial Assi

Chasing Waste, Fraud, and Abuse: The DOGE Caucus Vision with Congressman Sessions

Jan 27 2025 30 mins  
As the new administration takes control, government efficiency takes center stage. Congressman Pete Sessions, Chair of the DOGE Caucus, joins the GovNavigators to discuss the role of the DOGE Caucus, his vision for government modernization, and his efforts to reduce waste, fraud, and abuse in government. Show Notes Trump Administration's First Week: Presidential Actions Congression

Last Day at OMB with Loren DeJonge Schulman

Jan 20 2025 29 mins  
Loren DeJonge Schulman, Associate Director of the Office of Performance and Personnel Management within the Office of Management and Budget, joins the GovNavigator show to reflect on her experiences in the federal government and celebrate her team's achievements. In her discussion with Adam and Robert, Loren shares her favorite memories from OMB, what she is most proud of, and what

Decoding DOGE and the Presidential Transition with Overlord Jason Miller

Jan 13 2025 29 mins  
With January 20 approaching, Federal News Network Executive Editor Jason Miller joins the show to discuss DOGE and brings some much needed reality to the reported trillion-dollar cuts to the federal budget. He also shares his insights on the upcoming presidential transition and shares an update on the current efforts of the agency landing teams. Show Notes Trump Administration Anno

Predictions for 2025 with Oracle Charles Cooper

Jan 06 2025 29 mins  
Charles Cooper, Founder and Managing Partner of the Brumidi Group, celebrated the new year with Robert and Adam by crafting significant predictions for 2025. His expert insights on the infamous Department of Government Efficiency and the future of Congress under the Trump Administration are sure to pique your interest. Happy New Year! Show Notes Congressional Updates: Speaker Johns