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Power and Principle

Innovating for government accountability with Lucy Lang

Power and Principle is a podcast about leadership, accountability, and the ideas that shape public trust. Hosted by Mark Lee Greenblatt, former Inspector General of the U.S. Department of the Interior and former Chairman of the Council of Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency, the show features candid conversations with leaders from government, business, media, nonprofits, and beyond. Together, they explore the challenges facing institutions today, from ethics and oversight to national security, technology, climate, journalism, and public policy. But this isn't another partisan current events show. Power and Principle goes beyond the headlines and political talking points to focus on thoughtful, real-world conversations with people who have been in the arena. Each episode is designed to inform, inspire, and spark new ideas, offering fresh perspectives on leadership, integrity, and how we can make our communities and institutions a little better. Have comments, questions, or show ideas? Email us at info@markleegreenblatt.com

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Fed Thread

Public Service, Private Debt: Are you making the right student loan moves?

The Fed Thread podcast explores real-world situations shaping federal careers, benefits, wellbeing, finances, leadership and life on and off the job. In a series of candid conversations with government leaders, subject-matter experts, researchers and the people living these experiences, Fed Thread weaves together fresh perspectives, community highlights and useful takeaways, whether you're a new hire or a seasoned civil servant. Join host Alex Witt for a smarter, more human conversation about what it means to work in public service—only on Federal News Network.

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GovNavigators

Is HHS Spending Better? Gus Chiarello on Using Audit Data to Stop Fraud

GovNavigators is 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.

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Security Clearance Insecurity

Who Am I Now? Military Transition, Identity, and Self-Reporting

Millions of jobs require a U.S. government security clearance. Getting or keeping one is an anxiety-inducing process shrouded in mystery, and sometimes, urban legend. From drug use and bankruptcy to cryptocurrencies and motorcycle gangs, we unpack all of your top (or most unexpected) security clearance questions. We also talk with some of the leading experts and government officials charged with overseeing the security clearance process and establishing security policies. Security Clearance Insecurity demystifies security clearances, delivers expert insight, and answers the questions you'd never ask at work. Hosted by ClearanceJobs.com's Lindy Kyzer and Sean Bigley, security clearance legal correspondent and regular ClearanceJobs contributor.

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Fed Thread

The Talent Gap: Can government win over the next generation?

The Fed Thread podcast explores real-world situations shaping federal careers, benefits, wellbeing, finances, leadership and life on and off the job. In a series of candid conversations with government leaders, subject-matter experts, researchers and the people living these experiences, Fed Thread weaves together fresh perspectives, community highlights and useful takeaways, whether you're a new hire or a seasoned civil servant. Join host Alex Witt for a smarter, more human conversation about what it means to work in public service—only on Federal News Network.

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Your Federal Life

Your Federal Life — Oct. 28, 2026

Regular, actionable information on the management of the careers and financial lives of federal employees. Drew Friedman speaks with investment advisors, health plan experts and other experts on the federal workforce, their pay and their benefits.