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Hosted by nationally-known speaker and consultant Mark Amtower, Amtower Off-Center highlights the good, the bad, the ugly and the just plain silly of doing business in the government market. Every week experts join Mark for a lively discussion of current issues facing the government contractor community.
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THE FEDERAL NEWSCAST, (length about seven minutes), is a daily Monday through Friday, high-information compilation of nine 40-second news stories and news packages, generated by the non-partisan, non-political, private-sector team of reporters at Federal News Network. Federal News Radio Producer/Newscasters Eric White and Michele Sandiford assemble and read the stories on the THE FEDERAL DRIVE with TERRY GERTON, the weekday morning-drive program, heard from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. (ET) on the Fede ...
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton provides expert insights on current events in the federal community. Read more interviews to keep up with daily news and analysis that affect the federal workforce. The Federal Drive is found at FederalNewsNetwork.com and 1500 AM in the Washington D.C. region.
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A weekly podcast examining the relationship between entrepreneurship, innovation and policy in the Washington D.C. region. They are stories explaining why local innovation often influences the federal government and are told by a wide variety of voices across demographics and industries.
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Hosted by Roger Waldron of the Coalition for Government Procurement, Off the Shelf interviews federal contracting experts from both inside and outside of government on the issues that matter most.
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The Business of Government Hour, hosted by Michael J. Keegan, features a conversation with government executives and thought leaders who are changing the way government does business. The show explores topics such as leadership, management, technology, innovation, public service, as well as the mission of government in the 21st century.
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Nycci Nellis is everyone's "go to" food journalist for insights and in depth info about everything happening across the food/wine/spirits/brews/restaurant scenes in the Mid-Atlantic and across the U.S. Her husband, David, is a beer and burgers guy. On radio since 2009, they host celebrity guest interviews with famous and up-and-coming chefs, winemakers, distillers, oystermen, farmers, marine biologists and more. Get the foodie info you need to know and won't find anywhere else; enjoy irrever ...
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FEDTalk is produced by Shaw Bransford & Roth P.C., bringing you the insider's perspective from leaders in the federal community since 1993.
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Hear the latest news in technology, jobs and politics. Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz with Andrew Mitchell, Tech Talk Radio is a mixture of fun and technology. Not too heavy and not too light.
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From how to win government jobs and contracts, to effectively managing your government career, learning about interesting federal agencies, workers and jobs, and best utilizing government services, host Derrick Dortch explores the world of the federal government and provides you the access needed to succeed.
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Unlocking the Secret Power of Groups: A Conversation with Professor Colin M. Fisher, author, The Collective Edge
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59:00What are group dynamics—and why do they matter for leaders? How can understanding them help build stronger, more effective teams? And what are the practical strategies leaders can use to unlock the full potential of their groups? Join host Michael J. Keegan as I he explores these questions and more with, Colin M. Fisher author of The Collective Edg…
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Through T-REX, DoD seeks to fill technology gaps
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43:23Lt. Col. Matt Limeberry, the commander of the RAPTR Task Force in DoD’s research and engineering office, said testing emerging IT tools helps buy down risk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Falling in love with a machine -- and other pitfalls of AI
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24:59Jill Robin Payne, psychotherapist and author, discusses artificial intelligence, how it provides valuable services but also presents many dangers. One major concern is how some people are actually falling in love with a machine. She gives a pathway to using, but at the same time controlling, its effect on our lives. See Privacy Policy at https://ar…
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GDA's $1 awards for AI tools come under protest
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11:30$1 contracts for access to leading edge artificial intelligence companies may be too good to be true. The General Services Administration's recent awards to Open AI and Anthropic are facing protests before the Government Accountability Office with details about the protests and why one vendor is crying foul, Federal News Network's Executive Editor …
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The ruling to end federal collective bargaining agreements isn't quite over yet
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6:05An appeals court might be reconsidering its recent decision that sided with the Trump administration in orders to terminate federal union contracts. One of the judges on that appeals court panel has called for a vote to decide whether to re-hear arguments in a lawsuit against the White House’s orders. The American Federation of Government Employees…
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Inspector general checks whether IRS staff are showing up at the office
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11:30A Treasury Department watchdog is conducting an audit to see if IRS employees are reporting to the office as often as they claim. President Donald Trump ordered federal employees to return to the office full time soon after taking office himself, but some IRS employees say they're working in unsuitable conditions. Federal News Network's Jory Heckma…
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New contracting goals shift the playing field for small and disadvantaged businesses
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9:24Federal agencies are shifting their small business contracting goals, but not all small firms are seeing the benefits. While overall targets are going up, goals for disadvantaged businesses are being scaled back. Here to explain what’s changing, why it matters, and what it could mean for small contractors trying to compete is Attorney with Koprince…
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A federal data mix-up could mean your personal info isn’t as safe as you think
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11:26A new IG report reveals the IRS sent incorrect taxpayer data to the Department of Education—raising serious questions about how federal agencies exchange sensitive information. As the Department of Government Efficiency pushes for broader data consolidation across government and as the IRS continues to shed staff and funding, this slip-up shows how…
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IRS leadership is in flux and taxpayers may feel the fallout
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11:31The IRS is facing another shake-up at the top, with the loss of its Senate-confirmed commissioner, a new acting Chief Counsel stepping in, and the Chief of Appeals heading for retirement. That’s on top of a 25% staff reduction and deep budget cut, all of which raise serious questions about how the agency will handle enforcement, taxpayer services, …
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, August 29, 2025
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54:41Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton A federal data mix-up could mean your personal info isn’t as safe as you think New contracting goals shift the playing field for small and disadvantaged businesses IRS leadership is in flux and taxpayers may feel the fallout See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at…
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Post-Katrina reform law shapes FEMA staff’s public letter
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8:15Employees at the Federal Emergency Management Agency are publicly pushing back against changes at FEMA under the Trump administration. More than 190 current and former FEMA staff signed the Katrina declaration, warning that staffing cuts and other changes are risking another crisis like Hurricane Katrina 20 years ago. For the latest on the letter a…
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CISA warns about another China-linked cyber espionage campaign
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8:29The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is warning about another China-linked cyber espionage campaign. In a joint advisory yesterday, CISA and partner agencies said Chinese state-sponsored actors are exploiting vulnerabilities in routers used by telecommunications providers and other infrastructure operators. They say the campaign’s g…
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OPM's Director Cooper on on the modernization efforts at the agency
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10:58The Office of Personnel Management is taking on some big changes this year, like trying to modernize the Federal Retirement System, improve health insurance programs for federal employees, and overhaul the hiring process. But as OPM undertakes those major efforts, the agency is on track to lose 1000 employees, a third of its total workforce by the …
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Federal grants face a shake-up—new rules, new gatekeepers, and new limits
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10:22The President’s latest executive order could change how federal grants are awarded—and who gets them. It puts senior political appointees in charge of reviewing funding opportunities and ties discretionary awards more closely to White House priorities. Here to walk us through what’s in the order and what it could mean for agencies, grantees, and th…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, August 28, 2025
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54:53Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton A proposed rule could potentially put all current federal employees on the chopping block Hiring hurdles at USPS? A new report offers fresh ideas that could help clear the path Federal grants face a shake-up—new rules, new gatekeepers, and new limits See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca…
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A proposed rule could potentially put all current federal employees on the chopping block
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11:27It's no secret that the Trump administration wants to have more control of who federal agencies hire and fire. A new proposed rule from the Office of Personnel Management would provide it a new tool to do so, allowing it to examine the suitability and fitness of an employee any time, not just during the hiring process, as it is currently used. As y…
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Hiring hurdles at USPS? A new report offers fresh ideas that could help clear the path
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11:10There’s no single formula for hiring success, but the Postal Service’s inspector general has rounded up some smart, field-tested ideas that other agencies might want to borrow. From welcome kits to walk-in interviews, it’s a reminder that small changes can make a big difference. David Garcia from the USPS OIG joined us to unpack the findings. See P…
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IT Modernization and Transformation Strategies in Government Progress and Best Practices 2025
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59:00How are government leaders are transforming legacy systems, streamlining operations and harnessing cutting-edge technologies to deliver better services? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Trump taps DOGE-aligned tech leader to overhaul federal websites
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7:55The Trump administration is tapping a private sector tech leader with ties to the Department of government efficiency to overhaul federal websites. Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia says he's been appointed to serve as the Chief Design Officer of the United States. President Donald Trump signed an executive order last week outlining his plans to make pu…
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Veterans Affairs says it has guaranteed 29 million home loans for service members
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6:36Veterans Affairs says it’s now guaranteed 29 million home loans for service members and veterans. That’s more than $4 trillion dollars in loans issued over the history of the program. More than four million service members and veterans have active home loans guaranteed by the VA. The department’s Home Loan Guaranty Program began in 1944 as part of …
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HHS moves to ‘de-recognize’ federal union contracts
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7:25Employees at the Department of Health and Human Services have lost official recognition of their right to union representation. The cancelation of collective bargaining at HHS makes it the latest agency in a growing line of union contract terminations across government. The move comes in response to an executive order from President Trump earlier t…
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FOMO and FOGI are real—but smart TSP investors know how to tune out the noise and stay on track
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9:24Federal employees navigating their TSP investments in 2025 are facing more than just market volatility—they’re caught between the emotional pull of FOMO and FOGI. Fear of missing out urges quick action, while fear of getting in warns of looming crashes. But smart investors learn to tune out the noise, focus on long-term strategy, and let process—no…
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Can federal cybersecurity keep up with the quantum threats that are coming?
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10:18Congress is once again focusing on quantum cybersecurity—this time with a bipartisan bill that calls on the White House to lay out a national strategy for protecting federal systems from future quantum-powered hacks. It builds on earlier efforts to prepare agencies for the encryption-breaking risks that quantum computing could bring. To explain wha…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, August 27, 2025
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46:44Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Can federal cybersecurity keep up with the quantum threats that are coming? Financial reporting rules boost trust—but small firms still face steep compliance costs FOMO and FOGI are real—but smart TSP investors know how to tune out the noise and stay on track See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva…
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Financial reporting rules boost trust—but small firms still face steep compliance costs
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9:09Keeping financial reporting honest is critical but for smaller public companies, meeting Sarbanes-Oxley requirements can be a costly challenge. A new GAO report finds that while compliance boosts transparency, the burden of auditor fees and internal controls hits small firms harder, raising questions about how to strike the right balance. Here to f…
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Laura Ries, chairwoman of Reis Consulting and author of multiple business strategy books, joins host Mark Amtower on this week's Amtower Off Center to discuss her latest book: The Strategic Enemy. Topics include: Building your brand with an "enemy" in mind Branding mistakes entrepreneurs make The power of saying NO to maintain focus Why brand exten…
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Lawmaker calls for an independent review of cybersecurity in the U.S. courts system
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6:18After a high-profile hack, Senator Ron Wyden is calling for an independent review of cybersecurity in the U.S. courts system. In a letter to Chief Justice John Roberts, Wyden says the federal Judiciary has fallen short in protecting its sensitive IT systems. He pointed to a recent intrusion of the courts’ case management system. Hackers reportedly …
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DoD asks civilian employees to volunteer for ICE, CBP supporting roles
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6:34The Pentagon is calling on its civilian workforce to volunteer for temporary assignments supporting operations along the southern border. The program allows DoD civilians to be detailed to the Department of Homeland Security for up to six months filling critical support roles at the U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border P…
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OMB directs agencies to address ‘Do Not Pay’ data gaps
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7:06The Trump administration is directing agencies to identify data that could help combat fraud and improper payments. The administration wants to centralize much of that data under the Treasury Department's Do Not Pay database. For the latest on these efforts, Federal News Network's Justin Doubleday joins me. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p…
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If EPA won’t regulate climate pollution, what’s the backup plan—and who pays the price?
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10:32The science hasn’t changed, but the policy has. EPA’s repeal of the Endangerment Finding removes the legal foundation for regulating climate pollution from vehicles, power plants, and the oil and gas sector. Joseph Goffman from the Environmental Protection Network says the consequences could be swift, severe, and irreversible. See Privacy Policy at…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, August 26, 2025
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48:57Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton If EPA won’t regulate climate pollution, what’s the backup plan—and who pays the price? The VA says it’s streamlining through attrition—but nurses and union allies say the cuts could quietly undermine care for veterans Another package from the Revolutionary FAR overhaul--we'll break down what's new See P…
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Another package from the Revolutionary FAR overhaul--we'll break down what's new
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10:39The FAR overhaul continues to reshape federal procurement. From streamlining administrative procedures to clarifying socioeconomic program requirements and modernizing construction contracting, the latest revisions aim to simplify compliance and empower contracting officers. We explore what’s new, what’s gone, and what it means for buyers and vendo…
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The VA says it’s streamlining through attrition—but nurses and union allies say the cuts could quietly undermine care for veterans
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11:26As the Department of Veterans Affairs moves to eliminate 30,000 jobs through attrition, National Nurses United is joining forces with federal unions to push back, warning that the cuts could erode frontline care and shift veterans into a fragmented community care system. That message was front and center at a recent town hall in Georgia. Here with …
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Conflict Resilience: A Conversation with Robert Bordone and Dr. Joel Salinas M.D.
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59:00What is conflict resilience? How can we find the skills to grow from disagreement. How can you handle disagreements and differences with integrity while finding a way to create strong, deep, and lasting relationships? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Robert Bordone and Dr. Joel Salinas M.D. authors of Conflict R…
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IRS plans to rescind hundreds of deferred resignation offers to ‘fill critical vacancies’
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7:56The IRS is walking back its plans to conduct mass layoffs and plans to rescind hundreds of deferred resignation offers to fill critical vacancies. The IRS is on track to lose more than 25% of its workforce by the end of the year, largely through employees taking voluntary separation incentives. That's led to some concerns about how the IRS will pre…
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House Democrats raise alarm about USDA relocation and reorganization plans
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6:33House committee Democrats are raising alarms about the Agriculture Department’s relocation and reorganization plans. In a letter to USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, lawmakers from the Education and Workforce Committee warned that USDA’s plans would lead to worsening services. They’re calling on Rollins to explain the rationale for relocating thousand…
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Army rewrite of acquisition regulations comes with reduction in peer reviews
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6:49Like the rest of government, the Army is in the process of rewriting its acquisition regulations. But even before that process is finished, there's one big change officials say was important enough to make, sooner rather than later, a big reduction in peer reviews. The Army thinks those reviews strayed away from their original intent and added a lo…
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Redistricting, retirements, rescissions—Congress heads into fall with high stakes and little time
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9:55With just 45 days left in the fiscal year, Capitol Hill is juggling redistricting battles, renewed scrutiny of aging lawmakers, and strategies for budget rescissions. WTOP's Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller breaks down what’s moving, what’s stalled, and what it all means for the months ahead. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac…
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A new Coast Guard rule puts cybersecurity front and center for maritime operators
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10:27Cybersecurity is no longer optional for the maritime industry. Under a new Coast Guard rule, vessel and facility operators must report cyber incidents, designate a Cybersecurity Officer, and train staff to recognize and respond to threats. The regulation introduces new reporting channels and timelines that could create confusion for operators alrea…
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Risk doesn’t pause for policy. Why ERM still belongs in every agency’s playbook
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10:09Even as OMB rethinks how it frames enterprise risk management, the risks themselves aren’t going anywhere and agencies can’t afford to treat ERM as a compliance exercise. Here to discuss how federal leaders can keep enterprise risk considerations front and center is the current President of the Association for Federal Enterprise Risk Management Dr.…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, August 25, 2025
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47:57Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Risk doesn’t pause for policy. Why ERM still belongs in every agency’s playbook A new Coast Guard rule puts cybersecurity front and center for maritime operators Redistricting, retirements, rescissions—Congress heads into fall with high stakes and little time See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva…
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Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis. On today’s show: · A trip down memory lane - Mary Quillian, owner of Capitol Hill’s legendary Mr. Henry’s, which opened in 1966. It’s where Robert Flack was discovered and there’s a lot still going on there; · Alaska’s Bristol Bay has the world’s most abundant wild sockeye salmon fishery, contributing over half of …
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Giving your kids a jump start on financial literacy
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25:00Host Shirley Rooker speaks with Laura Levine, president and CEO of the Jump Start Coalition, who discusses the progress in schools providing financial education to children starting in kindergarten as well suggesting ways parents can introduce their kids to responsible use of credit cards, debit cards, and planning a budget. See Privacy Policy at h…
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Senate sets date for vote on 2026 defense policy bill
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6:25The Senate will vote on its version of the 2026 defense policy bill on Sept. 2. The House has not yet scheduled a floor vote on its version of the National Defense Authorization Act, though the House Committee on Rules has set an Aug. 28 deadline for lawmakers to file NDAA amendments. The Senate bill authorizes nearly $925 billion for national defe…
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