This Is Public Voices: A Public Sector Leadership Podcast

Welcome to Public Voices by NEOGOV, a podcast built for public sector leaders, HR professionals, and public safety personnel who want real conversations about the work they do every day.In our first episode, hosts Nicole Carlson and Doug Shoemaker introduce themselves and dig into workplace culture, employee engagement, leadership, and why the public sector needs more spaces like this one.RESOURCES MENTIONED:Gallup 2026 Global Employee Engagement ReportHOSTED BY:Nicole Carlson - Former public sector HR Director with nearly 20 years of experience, starting as a dispatcher straight out of high school and rising through the ranks to lead her organization's HR department.Doug Shoemaker - 30-year law enforcement veteran who served as police chief at multiple agencies and spent over a decade leading public information and media relations.New episodes every Tuesday on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.Sponsored by NEOGOV: Helping government HR and public safety agencies work smarter with AI, automation, and configuration. Learn more at NEOGOV.comThe views and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employer or any government agency. This podcast is produced by NEOGOV and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any governmental entity. Any references to products or services reflect personal experiences and are not official agency endorsements.