Heard On West Exec Podcast
by American Cornerstone Institute
Heard on West Exec podcast discusses everything you need to know about working in the federal executive branch. In each episode, we speak with officials with experience in the executive branch about their job, their path to get there, and the things they wish they knew before taking a job in the executive. From the DC power brokers to the new college grad hoping to change the world, we delve into the things that no one talks about, but everyone should know about working in the federal government. A production of the American Cornerstone Institute’s Executive Branch for America, Heard on West Exec was created to provide a deeper understanding of the vast and winding maze of the Executive Branch of the United States government.
Episodes
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(Ep 16) Exploring the National Economic Council with Brittany Baker
Former NEC Deputy Chief of Staff Brittany Baker joins Irv Dennis to explore the intricacies of the National Economic Council, the economic policy council at the White House. Sharing her journey from a small Alabama town to the White House, Brittany delves into her roles and challenges at the NEC,...
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(Ep 15) Navigating Political Challenges in the White House with Brian Jack
Brian Jack shares his journey from the 2016 campaign trail to serving as White House Political Director, highlighting the importance of political and policy expertise with Sarah Huckabee Sanders. He discusses the intricacies of campaign strategies, compliance challenges with the Hatch Act, and...
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(Ep 14) Dr. Ben Carson Discusses American Cornerstone Institute's Mission and Programs
Dive into this episode of Heard on West Exec as Sarah Huckabee Sanders sit down with Dr. Ben Carson, focusing on the American Cornerstone Institute and its mission to uphold foundational principles like faith, liberty, and community. Dr. Carson discusses the importance of understanding government...
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(Ep 13) White House Public Liaison Office
Discover the intricacies of working in the executive branch with Alex Flemister, former White House Public Liaison. Host Irv Dennis discuss the challenges and triumphs of government service. The episode delves into the pivotal role of the Office of Public Liaison in shaping and communicating...
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(Ep 12) Everyone wants to be a Communications Pro, but What Does it Really Take, with Brad Bishop
Brad Bishop joins the podcast this week to talk about his extensive experience in the executive branch of the U.S. government. Brad discusses his roles at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), the White House, and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). He highlights the...
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(Ep 11) ACI's Executive Branch for America Program: Preparing Young Conservative Leaders for Public Service
In this episode of the "Heard on West Exec," host Irv Dennis, CFO of the American Cornerstone Institute (ACI) and former CFO of HUD, discusses his experiences in the executive branch and the significance of understanding government operations. He is joined by HL McCullough, an intern at ACI and a...
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(Ep 10) Navigating Financial Reform in Government with Irv Dennis
In this episode of "Heard on West Exec," host Evelyn Lim from the American Cornerstone Institute (ACI) speaks with Irv Dennis, former CFO of the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Irv, who spent 38 years at Ernst and Young, shares his experience addressing HUD's financial...
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(Ep 9) Inside HUD: Navigating Regulations and Public Service Challenges
Former HUD General Counsel Paul Compton joins Irv Dennis to delve into the complexities of the regulatory environment at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). They discuss the intricacies of rule-making, the challenges of interagency cooperation, and the significance of the...
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(Ep 8) Masterclass in Government Relationships: Building Networks Across Agencies
Join host Irv Dennis along with Reid Wilson as they explore the intricacies of public service in the executive branch. Irv, former CFO at HUD, and Reid, former special assistant to Secretary Ben Carson, share their journeys, highlighting the dynamic nature of political appointments, the essential...
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(Ep 7) Transition, Beachhead, and Other Insights with Chad Wolf
Evelyn Lim welcomes Chad Wolf, former Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, to discuss his career path from Capitol Hill to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and then leading the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). They delve into the challenges and opportunities of setting up...
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(Ep 6) Exploring DHS Operations and Challenges with Troy Edgar
In this episode of Heard on West Exec, host Irv Dennis has a dynamic conversation with Troy Edgar, former CFO of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Irv and Troy dive deep into the complexities of managing a vast organization like DHS, which employs over 280,000 people and has a $90…
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(Ep 5) Navigating NASA: Challenges and Triumphs with Gabe Sheman
Join Irv Dennis from the American Cornerstone Institute as he sits down with Gabe Sherman, former Chief of Staff of NASA. They discuss the inner workings of NASA, its complex missions, and its crucial partnerships with commercial and international entities to fulfill its mission of returning to…
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(Ep 4) Integrity and Public Service with Kash Patel
Andrew Hughes, CEO of the American Cornerstone Institute, speaks with Kash Patel about his varied career in the executive branch. From his start as a public defender to roles at the Department of Justice, Congressional staffer, and as Chief of Staff at the Department of Defense, Patel shares...
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(Ep 3) Lessons Learned in Housing Policy at HUD with Seth Appleton
In this episode, host Todd Thurman from the American Cornerstone Institute's Executive Branch of America program interviews Seth Appleton, former Assistant Secretary at HUD. Seth shares his career transition from working in Congress as Chief of Staff to Assistant Secretary at HUD, detailing the...
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(Ep 2) Behind the Scenes: Richard Grenell's Journey Through U.S. Diplomacy
Join Evelyn Lim as she talks with Ambassador Richard Grenell about his distinguished career in the executive branch. From his pivotal role as the spokesman at the UN to being the US Ambassador to Germany and Acting Director of National Intelligence, Grenell shares insightful lessons on diplomacy,...
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(Ep 1) Behind the Scenes with Sean Spicer, former White House Press Secretary
Sean Spicer joins Irv Dennis on the Heard on the West Exec podcast to discuss his journey in White House communications, emphasizing the dynamic complexity of the role. Sean shares experiences from his tenure as White House Press Secretary under President Trump, offering insights into daily...
About this show
Heard on West Exec podcast discusses everything you need to know about working in the federal executive branch. In each episode, we speak with officials with experience in the executive branch about their job, their path to get there, and the things they wish they knew before taking a job in the executive. From the DC power brokers to the new college grad hoping to change the world, we delve into the things that no one talks about, but everyone should know about working in the federal government. A production of the American Cornerstone Institute’s Executive Branch for America, Heard on West Exec was created to provide a deeper understanding of the vast and winding maze of the Executive Branch of the United States government.
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