Future of the Federal Workforce

Future of the Federal Workforce

Author: Federal News Network | Hubbard Radio January 3, 2023 Duration: 23:56
The pandemic had a huge and lasting impact on the federal workforce and the workplace. Telework and hybrid work are here to stay. Meantime, the ability to recruit qualified and diverse candidates is more important than ever—with baby boomers retiring, and a talent gap in critical areas like cybersecurity. Listen to the discussion with Gene Dodaro, U.S. Comptroller General and head of the Government Accountability Office. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What does it take for citizens to genuinely believe in their public institutions? That's the central question explored in Building Trust in Government, a podcast from the Federal News Network and Hubbard Radio. Rather than abstract theory, these conversations focus on tangible, actionable ideas. Each episode brings together experts from MITRE’s Center for Data-Driven Policy alongside leaders from across the federal landscape, industry, and academia. They dissect real challenges facing federal programs, from service delivery to policy implementation, aiming to find practical, data-informed solutions that can make a measurable difference. You'll hear candid discussions about what's working, what isn't, and how evidence and collaboration can pave a better path forward. This isn't about political talking points; it's a grounded look at the mechanics of effective governance. For anyone curious about the inner workings of policy or involved in public service, this podcast offers a rare forum where complex ideas are broken down into understandable and impactful strategies. The goal is always the same: to move beyond skepticism and toward a more effective and credible relationship between the government and the people it serves.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 13

Building Trust in Government
Podcast Episodes
Fighting Fraud, Waste and Abuse by Reducing Improper Payments [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:00
What the pandemic taught the U.S. government about getting payments out quickly to the right people, in the right amounts, while trying to reduce waste, fraud and abuse. And what still needs to be done to prevent fraud a…
U.S. Leadership in Quantum Technology [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:00
From MRIs to lasers to electron microscopes—quantum technology is already part of our daily lives. The U.S. has long been the global leader in quantum, but other countries –especially China—are investing in research and…
Future of the Federal Workforce [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:56
The pandemic had a huge and lasting impact on the federal workforce and the workplace. Telework and hybrid work are here to stay. Meantime, the ability to recruit qualified and diverse candidates is more important than e…
The U.S. National Defense Strategy and the Push to the Pacific [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:00
The Pentagon’s 2022 National Defense Strategy emphasizes the need to focus on China and to bolster deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region. Technology plays a key role in countering the Chinese—from cyber to AI, to quantum…
Bio preparedness: Responding to Future Biological Threats [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:59
The COVID pandemic caught the U.S. and the world off guard in 2020. Nearly three years later are we prepared for the next biological threat? Do we have strategies for developing treatments and vaccines and the supply cha…
Enabling Agility in Government [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:00
The principles of agile government include Innovation, leadership, creating networks and using an evidence-based approach. How can federal agencies develop and execute policies that embrace agility while serving citizens…
Creating a Culture of Innovation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:00
How can the federal government foster a culture of innovation—with an eye on delivering better citizen services and driving the economy to compete on a global scale? MITRE’s Jim Cook discusses technology, acquisition, an…