Best Contract administration Podcasts (2025)

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Federal leaders wrestle with attracting and keeping top tech talent 9:32

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Across the federal government, leaders are wrestling with the challenge of attracting and keeping top tech talent. Salaries in the private sector are often higher. Government hiring can be slow and recent changes across the federal government add a new level of uncertainty, but agencies are finding creative ways to cultivate the talent they need. F…

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Security clearance reforms advancing in 2026 defense bill 8:41

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Improving the security clearance background investigation process continues to be a major priority for government and industry. Several provisions in the fiscal 2026 national defense authorization bill are aimed at expanding the pool of clear talent for more on these efforts federal news networks. Justin Doubleday spoke with the Vice President of T…

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Congress' next session may look different, with federal and National Guard troops roving the Capitol 9:18

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Congress has been out for a while, but next session may look a little different, such as the increase in federal and National Guard troops stationed around the Capitol now, as well as many other pressing issues. Deputy news director for Bloomberg Government, Lauren Duggan joined me earlier to break down what things on the Hill will look like the ne…

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What happens when government opens its data and its doors to new ideas? 9:56

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For the past decade, The Opportunity Project has quietly transformed how government tackles big challenges—by inviting the public in. Through short, focused development sprints, federal agencies have partnered with technologists, advocates, and entrepreneurs to turn open data into real-world solutions. Here with his reflections on what’s worked, wh…

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We have the defense industrial base we contracted for a generation ago. Can it meet today’s demands? 12:30

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The defense industrial base we rely on today was shaped by decisions made decades ago. Now, contractors and policymakers are working to adapt that legacy system to meet modern demands—from supply chain security and acquisition reform to workforce readiness and emerging technologies. David Norquist, president and CEO of the National Defense Industri…

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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, August 18, 2025 49:59

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Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton We have the defense industrial base we contracted for a generation ago. Can it meet today’s demands? What happens when government opens its data—and its doors—to new ideas? Congress' next session may look different, with federal and National Guard troops roving the Capitol See Privacy Policy at https://a…

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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, August 15, 2025 48:17

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Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton FEMA’s future is on the line. A former Administrator says reform must start with redefining the mission Zero Trust is evolving—agencies must adapt fast or fall behind in securing dynamic environments See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac…

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FEMA’s future is on the line. A former Administrator says reform must start with redefining the mission 13:06

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FEMA's future is uncertain. Legal fights, funding cuts and reform debates are piling up. But what should change and what should stay? In a wide-ranging conversation, Federal Drive Host Terry Gerton spoke with Former FEMA Administrator Brock Long to get his thoughts on the path forward. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California …

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Zero Trust is evolving, agencies must adapt fast or fall behind in securing dynamic environments 23:35

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Federal agencies are learning that implementing Zero Trust means more than deploying new tools. It requires rethinking how users, devices and data interact across every layer of the enterprise. In a recent conversation with Federal Drive host Terry Gerton, Steve Shirley and JR Williamson unpacked how agencies are moving beyond compliance checklists…

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Passport demand is ‘magnitudes’ higher, but State Dept isn’t seeing backlogs 8:34

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Nearly half of all US passport renewals are now happening online through a platform the State Department launched less than a year ago. Before its launch, the paper based process for renewing a passport remained largely unchanged since the 1970s the department is also increasing its passport adjudicator workforce to avoid backlogs and delays for mo…

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#24 The Many Benefits of the MCC 45:30

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Ken, Linda, Justin, Chris and Faith sit down to discuss the past, present, and future of the Medical Courier Connection, benefits you get from joining, and how it all started! Check out our Youtube Channel for the full VidCast!By Ken Arnold

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How the Evidence Act pushed agencies to make data a strategic asset 9:24

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The foundations for Evidence-based Policy Act directed agencies to make better use of their data. Since 2019 each administration has put its own touch on implementing the legislation, but agencies are still wrestling with some of the legislation's bigger goals, like how and when to share government data. As part of Federal News Network's 25th anniv…

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Retirement season is in full swing—and we've got smart tips for federal employees navigating the process 10:22

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It’s a busy time for federal retirements. From rising health care costs to the surge in retirement applications, there’s a lot to keep track of. And, OPM has launched a new online retirement system at the same time. Here to explain what makes a retirement case “clean,” how to avoid common delays, and what federal employees should be thinking about …

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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, August 14, 2025 54:09

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Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton A place where former federal workers can speak freely preserving stories lost in the wake of sweeping government cuts The DOJ and HHS are teaming up again and federal contractors in healthcare should take notice Retirement season is in full swing and we've got smart tips for federal employees navigating …

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A place where former federal workers can speak freely preserving stories lost in the wake of sweeping government cuts 10:23

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As federal agencies shrink and restructure, former civil servants are stepping up to preserve what’s being lost. A new oral history project from the Volcker Alliance and the Organization of American Historians captures the voices of displaced federal employees—offering an unfiltered look at public service, policy, and the personal toll of governmen…

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DHS contract reviews creating uncertainty, causing layoffs 10:00

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The Homeland Security Department's requirement that all contract awards and modifications worth more than $100,000 to get approval from the secretary's office is having real world consequences. Vendors are laying off employees and considering closing down altogether, while DHS components are in danger of having services turned off because approval …

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The DOJ and HHS are teaming up again—and federal contractors in healthcare should take notice 11:17

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The Justice Department and Health and Human Services just relaunched a joint working group and it’s taking a fresh look at healthcare fraud. The focus is False Claims Act enforcement...especially in areas like Medicare Advantage, drug pricing, and electronic health records. With more data sharing, whistleblower engagement, and cross-agency coordina…

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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, August 13, 2025 1:08:24

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Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton As global conflicts reshape the rules of engagement, the Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command is rethinking how the U.S. prepares for the next fight NASA’s top buyer signs off—Karla Jackson reflects on a career that changed federal acquisition Robots in space? A new GAO report says they could change …

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The Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command is rethinking how the U.S. prepares for the next fight 10:41

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From Ukraine to Iran, recent conflicts are offering hard lessons about deterrence, resilience, and the pace of modern warfare. At the center of the Army’s response is the Space and Missile Defense Command, charged with protecting the homeland and shaping the future of strategic defense. Here to talk about how the Army is adapting its posture, partn…

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FEMA, USCIS become latest agencies to end collective bargaining 7:05

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Two more agencies have officially terminated their collective bargaining agreements, the US Citizenship and Immigration Service and the Federal Emergency Management Agency both canceled their union contracts late last week, and they're not the only agencies making that move here with the latest is Federal News Network's Drew Friedman. See Privacy P…

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Robots in space? A new GAO report says they could change everything—from satellite repairs to space junk 9:29

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A new GAO report says in-space servicing and manufacturing could revolutionize how we build, fix, and even recycle satellites. But while the tech is promising, the report warns that policy gaps and technical hurdles could slow progress. Here to share how this capability might move forward is Director for Science, Technology Assessment and Analytics…

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CISA directs agencies to mitigate ‘high-severity’ Microsoft vulnerability 5:40

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Federal agencies scrambled over the past several days to address a severe vulnerability in widely used Microsoft collaboration products. The software bug in Microsoft Exchange could be used by hackers to take over much of an organization's network, federal news networks. Justin Doubleday is Here with more on the latest cyber news. See Privacy Polic…

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NASA’s top buyer signs off—Karla Jackson reflects on a career that changed federal acquisition 19:18

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After more than two decades in federal service, including a transformative tenure at NASA, one of the government’s most influential procurement leaders is stepping down. From modernizing acquisition systems to mentoring the next generation of contracting professionals, her impact reaches far beyond space missions. In this two-part conversation, we …

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A DHS search-and-rescue platform aided flood response across four states in July 10:07

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A search-and-rescue platform developed by the Department of Homeland Security played a key role in coordinating emergency response efforts during July’s flooding across Texas, North Carolina, New Mexico, and Vermont—helping responders make faster, more informed decisions in rapidly changing conditions. Here to tell us more about the tool and how it…

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Connecting policy, innovation and national security From Capitol Hill to Cape Canaveral 10:30

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Members of the Professional Services Council are gaining firsthand insights into the evolving needs of federal agencies—from border operations and international defense collaboration to acquisition reform and innovation. These experiences are helping contractors better understand mission priorities and shape smarter solutions for national security …

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Building civic tech that actually works for the people who need it most 10:58

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Technology is reshaping how government connects with the public. In this arena, civic tech has emerged as a powerful, but complex, force for change. There are questions about the evolving role of digital platforms in public service, the challenges of scaling impact, and what it really means to build tools that serve both mission and community. Here…

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Courts ready to hear arguments on fired probationary feds cases 7:48

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Some of the biggest issues facing the federal workforce right now are the major cutbacks via reductions in force and the decertification of employee unions. But remember earlier this year when the Trump administration tried to downsize the federal workforce by firing probationary employees. That's still a live issue too, and we may be closing in on…

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