Episode 23: SPARK Game Jam 2017

Episode 23: SPARK Game Jam 2017

Author: Gilbert Digital May 2, 2017 Duration: 30:58
Find out how we partner with @ASU & @Waymo to get kids to code in our latest episode!

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Ever wondered how a local government actually talks to its community in the 21st century? Government Gone Digital pulls back the curtain on exactly that. Hosted by Gilbert Digital, this series is a direct line into the creative and often surprising work of Gilbert, Arizona's digital communications team. You'll hear the real stories behind their efforts to connect, not through dry press releases, but through the platforms where people already are. Each episode explores the specific challenges and successes of using social media, video, and other digital tools to engage residents and local businesses, allowing the community to tell its own story. It's a practical look at the intersection of civic duty and digital innovation, offering a unique perspective on how public service is evolving one click at a time. Tune in for candid conversations about what works, what doesn't, and why authentic communication matters more than ever in the public sphere. This podcast provides an insider's view on the deliberate and human-centric approach behind a modern government's digital presence.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 74

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Episode 54 - Coding for the Future: SPARK App League [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:41
Hear what happened when we brought more than 200 junior high and high school students together to use our data to build games and applications! Learn how partnerships and outreach have helped to build this award-winning…