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Today’s guest — Jaime Lizárraga — has spent more than three decades at the center of economic policymaking. Hear his perspective on policymaking, leadership in government, and what many years in public service have taught him. Listen here: staffershow.com/episodes/jaime…

“I believe in the power of policy and the power of government to change people’s lives for the better.” Tune in tomorrow to hear what Jaime Lizárraga, most recently a Commissioner for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, has to say about his decades in government.

Shanan Guinn has done it all — served presidents, governors, members of Congress, and now, handles communications at one of the world’s top energy companies at @WECNuclear. On this episode, she shares what the decades of work have taught her: staffershow.com/episodes/shana…

“Someone who brings solutions.” That’s how tomorrow’s guest, Shanan Guinn, defines great staff work — a philosophy she’s carried from the White House to @WECNuclear. Tune in to hear all about her impressive career through politics, government, and the private sector.

In the newest STAFFER episode,@JuliaSpiegel1 — now Founder and CEO of @govactalliance — talks about being inside Governor Newsom’s office when Roe was overturned, and more. Listen here: staffershow.com/episodes/julia…

“It is those incredible staff that work day-in and day-out without the glamour, without the bright lights, without the extraordinary pay to make those institutions work better for people.” - @JuliaSpiegel1 Tomorrow, hear more from Julia Spiegel, Founder & CEO of @govactalliance

On this week’s episode of STAFFER, Jim Papa sits down with Corey Tellez (@ctellez19), Head of U.S. Public Policy at @PayPal, to discuss her career spanning the House, Senate leadership, the Treasury Department, and the private sector. Listen now: staffershow.com/episodes/corey…

“Oftentimes, policy happens over many years with tiny baby steps, with a lot of different efforts by many different people.” - @ctellez19 Tomorrow – new episode of STAFFER is out with Corey Tellez, Head of U.S. Public Policy at @PayPal. Don’t miss it!

On this week’s episode, @maitejuncoNYC, Senior Vice Chancellor at @CUNY, reflects on her years as a reporter, on campaigns, and as a government staffer. Don’t miss this powerful conversation about what it means to serve: staffershow.com/episodes/maite…

Today’s guest, Melissa Morales, talks about her long history of political organizing and leading statewide coalitions, how she stayed motivated while founding @SomosVotantes, her perspective on the 2024 election, and so much more. Listen now: staffershow.com/episodes/melis…

Today’s guest – Shuwanza Goff, Partner and Chief Strategy Officer at Empire Consulting Group – recently served in the Biden White House, where she was the first Black woman to lead any administration's legislative team. Listen to the episode now: staffershow.com/episodes/shuwa…

“There's no job that's too big or too small.” Shuwanza Goff, Partner and Chief Strategy Officer at Empire Consulting Group, went from answering phones to running the White House Office of Legislative Affairs. Tune in tomorrow to hear from her.

Anne Filipic – CEO of @sharestrength – has over 20 years of experience leading teams, engaging citizens, and advancing causes. Her path from staffer to CEO is well worth a listen. Learn more about her journey: staffershow.com/episodes/anne-…

California Attorney General @AGRobBonta is at the forefront of addressing some of our country’s most pressing challenges. In today's episode, hear what inspires him to keep fighting for justice for all, and so much more. Listen now: staffershow.com/episodes/rob-b…

“People power is the most potent power that there is.” From his parents’ involvement in the civil rights movement to his time in the CA State Assembly, California Attorney General @RobBonta’s story is one of resilience and commitment to justice. Don’t miss tomorrow’s episode.

Government staffers are a national treasure.” In light of all that has been happening to government employees recently, we are releasing a special edition to recognize the invaluable work staffers do for our communities. Listen to the full episode now: staffershow.com/episodes/in-de…

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There's a reason why Bruce Mehlman (@bpmehlman), founder of Mehlman Consulting, has been on @washingtonian’s list of most influential people for three years running. On this episode, he talks about identifying the less crowded spaces – and filling them. staffershow.com/episodes/bruce…

“There is zero substitute for being up on the Hill.” Don’t miss tomorrow’s episode with Bruce Mehlman (@bpmehlman), founder of the leading bipartisan government relations firm @MehlmanConsult.

Today’s guest @CarlosMonjeJr has worked in the Senate, White House, and @USDOT, and for some of the biggest names in DC over the course of his nearly 25-year career. Listen to his experiences: staffershow.com/episodes/carlo…