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The GovMaker Podcast
by GovMaker
The GovMaker Podcast is an independent research initiative to uncover the how of public sector innovation. Join co-hosts Nick Scott and Jason Pearman as they engage with leaders who have been entrusted with significant mandates to reform and transform public services. In a field crowded with frameworks and toolkits, the podcast focuses on the craft required to deliver change inside government. Each episode features inspiring stories and practical insights that surface the patterns, skills, and strategies that enable meaningful transformation in public services. If you are a practitioner, leader, or funder passionate about achieving better outcomes through government, this podcast is your guide. Note: GovMaker creates the space for practitioners to talk to other practitioners. The views expressed by the co-hosts and guests do not reflect the views of their organizations.
Episodes
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Ingredients for Mission-Oriented Government with Sarah Doyle
In this first interview of Season 3, Sarah Doyle reflects on her journey into the public sector and the insights she’s gained from working across government, as well as from her time at the UCL Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose and MaRS Discovery District. We explore what…
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Welcome to Season 3!
New season, new intro! In this episode of the GovMaker podcast, hosts Nick Scott and Jason Pearman are joined by Pond Deshpande, Executive Director, Vanessa Paesani, to discuss the upcoming season and the 2025 GovMaker Conference in partnership with the Canadian Open Data Summit. The episode...
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Leadership for Transforming Government with Susan Holt - recorded live at GovMaker 2024
In this final episode of the GovMaker podcast season two, we bring you an exclusive live recording from GovMaker 2024. Hosted by Nick Scott, this special episode features an insightful conversation with the newly elected Premier of New Brunswick, Susan Holt. During the discussion, Premier Holt...
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Exploring Social Innovation and Open Government with Nick Scott
In this conversation, Nick Scott shares his experiences and insights on driving innovation and change within government. He discusses the importance of serendipity and how seemingly unrelated experiences and connections can come together to create opportunities. Nick also talks about the…
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Creating an Enabling Environment for Innovation with Jason Pearman
In this conversation, Nick Scott questioned Jason Pearman about his Hero journey as a public servant. Jason breaks down the process of transforming government and shares his experiences in implementing innovative practices. He discusses the Open Policymaking Toolkit and the importance of…
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Aligning Goals Across Government Levels with Honey Dacanay
In this conversation, Honey Dacanay discusses the challenges and strategies for driving innovation in the public sector. Key themes include the impact of time pressures on innovation, the importance of leveraging political capital, and the need for effective leadership succession. Dacanay...
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Dreaming about a Ministry of Unbounded Affairs in Canada with Marlieke Kieboom
In this episode of the GovMaker podcast, Jason Pearman and Nick engage with Marlie Kikiboom, who shares her journey from the Netherlands to Canada and her experiences in public service. Marlie discusses her work in ethnographic research, systemic design, and social innovation, emphasizing the...
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How It All Broke: A Call for Change in public services with Kelly Lamrock
In this conversation, Kelly Lamrock discusses the systemic failures of government as highlighted in his reports, 'How It All Broke' and 'What We All Want.' He emphasizes the need for significant reforms in public service, focusing on the importance of outcomes over outputs, the role of…
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The need to transform public service (opening discussion) with Katie Davey
Our co-hosts Nick Scott and Jason Peerman are joined by Katie Davey, Executive Director of the Pond-Deshpande Centre, to discuss the central theme of this season's podcast, highlighting the need to transform public services and pave the way for the next generation of public servants. Join the...
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The Role of Empathy in Leadership with René Boudreau
In this engaging conversation, René Boudreau shares his journey in public service, highlighting his role in founding Brilliant Labs to drive innovation in public education. He discusses the significance of empathy and kindness in leadership, reflecting on his own experiences and failures.…
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Building Resilience in Government with Lauren Hunter
In this conversation, Jason Pearman interviews Lauren Hunter about her extensive experience in public sector innovation. They discuss her journey into government, the challenges of bureaucracy, and the establishment of the Innovation Hub at Natural Resources Canada. Lauren shares insights on key...
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The Role of Complexity in Effective Governance with Dr. Alex Ryan
In this conversation, Dr. Alex Ryan shares his journey into public service and transformation, discussing his experiences in the military, the founding of Alberta CoLab, and the challenges faced in public sector innovation. He emphasizes the importance of understanding complexity, the role of...
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The Power of Community in Public Sector Change with Rebecca McSheffery
In this episode of GovMaker, Nick Scott and Jason Pearman engage in a deep conversation with Rebecca McSheffery, the Director of NouLab in New Brunswick. They explore Rebecca's journey from her early passion for equity to her impactful work in public sector innovation. The discussion highlights…
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Navigating the In & Out of Government with Ryan Androsoff
In this first episode of the GovMaker Podcast Season 2, hosts Nick Scott and Jason Pearman engage in a deep conversation with Ryan Androsoff, a digital government expert and CEO of ThinkDigital. They explore Ryan's journey into public sector innovation, the challenges of government bureaucracy…
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Christian Bason
Join Nicholas Scott as he interviews Dr. Christian Bason, a global leader in public sector innovation and design. Christian shares his journey and highlights the relevance of human-centered design in government. They discuss the clash between design principles and bureaucracy, emphasizing the…
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Jenny Lewis
Join Nicholas Scott in a captivating conversation with Professor Jenny Lewis, a leading thinker in public policy and public administration. Discover the lasting impact of new public management, the transformative effects of COVID-19, and the crisis of expertise within policy functions. Explore…
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Gayle MacDonald
Join host Nick Scott in a captivating conversation with Dr. Gayle MacDonald as they explore the vital collaboration between academia and government. Discover the challenges, stereotypes, and misconceptions that hinder this partnership, and gain insights into successful initiatives that have...
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Ted McDonald
Join Nicholas Scott in a thought-provoking interview with Dr. Ted McDonald, Executive Director of NBIRDT, as they discuss the journey of the New Brunswick Social Policy Research Network. This conversation explores the challenges and successes in establishing an infrastructure that supports...
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David Alward
Nicholas Scott chats with former Premier of New Brunswick, David Alward. They discuss the significance of collaboration and bridging boundaries to advance social progress. The conversation highlights the importance of connecting Canadians, researchers, students, startups, and the local ecosystem…
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Judy Wagner
In this episode, Judy Wagner, former Clerk of the Executive Council of Government of New Brunswick, shares her insights on evidence-based policy-making. She highlights the importance of engaging stakeholders, being iterative in policy development, and building relationships with academics to…
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Claire Morris
In this episode, Nicholas Scott speaks with Claire Morris, the first board chair of NBSPRN and former clerk of the executive council in New Brunswick, about SPRN's mission, which was to connect academic researchers, students, and government staff to collaborate and develop evidence-based public...
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Greg Ericson
In this episode of the GovMaker podcast, City Councillor Greg Ericson shares his thoughts on the New Brunswick Social Policy Research Network (NBSPRN) and its impact on social policy in the province. Ericson highlights the importance of evidence-based policies and the role that the NBSPRN plays…
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Kelly Lamrock
In this episode, we speak with New Brunswick's child, youth & seniors' advocate, Kelly Lamrock. Kelly shares his insights and experiences from his time as a cabinet minister, including the importance of stakeholder engagement, the difficulties of balancing competing interests, and the need for...
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Kate Rogers
In this podcast episode, Nick Scott chats with Mayor Kate Rogers, former Managing Director of the NB Social Policy Research Network about her experience working with the organization. Kate reflects on the founding of the organization and the importance of building personal relationships to its...
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John McLaughlin
In this podcast episode, John McLaughlin, former president of the University of New Brunswick, shares his insights on the importance of network governance in solving complex societal challenges. McLaughlin emphasizes the need to connect people with different perspectives and expertise to...
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Nick Scott
Welcome to the first episode of GovMaker: The Podcast! In this episode Nicholas Scott and Katie Davey discuss the legacy of New Brunswick Social Policy Research Network. They talk about how NBSPRN came to be, its mission, and the impact it had on the province of New Brunswick. They also share…
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Introducing: Govmaker: The Podcast!
Welcome to GovMaker: The Podcast, a series exploring open policy and public sector innovation. Over the next 10 weeks, we have the privilege of discussing a very unique organization: the New Brunswick Social Policy Research Network. The late Honourable Andy Scott founded this organization to...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The GovMaker Podcast is an independent research initiative to uncover the how of public sector innovation. Join co-hosts Nick Scott and Jason Pearman as they engage with leaders who have been entrusted with significant mandates to reform and transform public services.
In a field crowded with frameworks and toolkits, the podcast focuses on the craft required to deliver change inside government.
Each episode features inspiring stories and practical insights that surface the patterns, skills, and strategies that enable meaningful transformation in public services.
If you are a practitioner, leader, or funder passionate about achieving better outcomes through government, this podcast is your guide.
Note: GovMaker creates the space for practitioners to talk to other practitioners. The views expressed by the co-hosts and guests do not reflect the views of their organizations.
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The GovMaker Podcast is an independent research initiative to uncover the how of public sector innovation. Join co-hosts Nick Scott and Jason Pearman as they engage with leaders who have been entrusted with significant mandates to reform and transform public services. In a field crowded with...
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