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Dean Hingson lets you in on what's happening at the intersection of politics and business. Each week Dean sits down with political influencers and experts to discuss the latest from Capitol Hill and across DC. 14th & G has been produced since 2017 by Mehlman Consulting, one of Washington, D.C.’s leading lobbying firms.
Congress wants to get the heck outta’ town, but they’ll have to fund the government first and deal with a full plate in the post-election lame duck session. Dean is joined by Bruce and David to cover 2022 in 22 minutes.
Schumer tries to get the reconciliation train out of the station, but are Senator Sinema and the Parliamentarian all board?
Dean is joined by #1 Bestselling Author, Ric Edelman, and his new book “The Truth About Crypto”. Dean and Ric discuss what cryptocurrency is and isn’t, why you might consider investing, and how the future of money is playing out right now.
Don’t look now, but Congress might do some stuff. Dean turns to his colleagues, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas, to break it all down. They’ll cover what’s happening in 2022 In 22 Minutes!
Dean is joined today by the Chief Technology Officer of VMware, Kit Colbert. If you’ve ever asked “What is the cloud?” we’ve got an answer, as well as how the multi-cloud is transforming industries right now.
Dean is joined by his colleagues, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas, for a look ahead to Congress’ Spring/Summer Agenda + Musk Buys Twitter + DeSantis v. Disney!
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Dean is joined by his colleagues, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas, for a look ahead to Congress’ Spring/Summer Agenda + Musk Buys Twitter + DeSantis v. Disney!
Days into the Russian assault on Ukraine, former House Chief of Staff Steven Moore decided he could do the most good for his friends by going into the war zone. So he went. Hear his amazing story, what he’s seeing alongside everyday Ukrainians, and what we can do to help his efforts. You can learn more and donate at https://www.ukrainefreedomproject.org/
Dean is joined by IBM Policy Lab Director, Ryan Hagemann to talk about the amazing things quantum computers are doing today, just how fast they can go, and what they might mean for us all. We’ve come such a long way from Pong.
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Dean is joined by IBM Policy Lab Director, Ryan Hagemann to talk about the amazing things quantum computers are doing today, just how fast they can go, and what they might mean for us all. We’ve come such a long way from Pong.
Dean is joined by Bryce Harlow Foundation Board Chair, David French, President, Barbara Faculjak and 2022 Bryce Harlow Award Winner, David Castagnetti. They take a deep dive on how lobbying is done in Washington, how it’s changed, and how government advocacy is done the right way. And you can join in on the fun by registering now for the Bryce Harlow Awards Dinner!
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Dean is joined by Bryce Harlow Foundation Board Chair, David French, President, Barbara Faculjak and 2022 Bryce Harlow Award Winner, David Castagnetti. They take a deep dive on how lobbying is done in Washington, how it’s changed, and how government advocacy is done the right way. And you can join in on the fun by registering now for the Bryce Harlow Awards Dinner!
Dean is joined by two working farmers, Martin Barbre and Jim Whitaker, to discuss the future of sustainable farming and the upcoming farm bill negotiations.
Dean is joined by his colleague Bruce Mehlman to discuss this quarter’s slide deck. They break down what the Russo-Ukrainian War means for the world and our own politics here at home.
Dean is joined by his colleagues, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas to discuss the fallout from the State of the Union, the War In Ukraine, and the Path Ahead for Congress. Thanks for listening!
Dean is joined by his colleagues, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas, to break down the latest on Hill Politics, Midterm Elections, and (of course) Superbowl Predictions! Thanks for listening!
In a Washington Winter of Discontent Dean is joined by his colleagues, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas, to talk all that Congress has to confront in this fresh Midterm Election Year. It’s 2022 in 22 Minutes! Thanks for listening.
Dean hits the mic for one last look ahead with his colleagues Republican, Bruce Mehlman and Democrat, David Thomas. In the wake of Senator Joe Manchin’s stated opposition, the guys take a deep dive at what we can expect when Congress returns in the New Year. And they’ll play America’s favorite year-end game, “Candy or Coal?”
Dean is joined by his colleague Founding Partner, Bruce Mehlman, to discuss the firm’s latest quarterly slide deck. These aren’t Glory Days but they’re not End of Days either. Dean and Bruce assess the political and business risks of Living in Limbo.
Dean is joined by his colleagues Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas to wrap up 2021 in 21 Minutes. The trains are all piled into the station, from government funding and debt limit to the defense and reconciliation bills. Which ones are stuck, which ones will move, and why is Yoko staring at us? Tune in to find out and thanks for listening!
Dean is joined by his good friend Nathan Gonzales, Editor and Publisher of Inside Elections. They break down the recent elections in VA and NJ and what it all means for the 2022 Midterms and the GOP fight to take back control of Congress. Thanks for listening!
Dean is joined once again by his colleagues, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas, to discuss the ongoing fight over infrastructure, the president’s waning political capital, China, supply chains, and what the heck’s about to happen in Virginia? It’s all of 2021 in 21 Minutes! Thanks for listening.
As Congress and the Administration tackle funding, debt limit, and massive spending bills, it could all spell trouble for the American Economy. Dean is joined by Dan Nathan of CNBC’s Fast Money and firm colleague Paul Thornell to break down the impact of topsy-turvy policy making on employment and U.S. financial markets. Thanks for listening!
While debates rage over who knows what about us there are ways in which data are being used to transform life for the better. One area with immediate impact has been in healthcare. Dean is joined today by Dr. Melissa Clarke and Dr. Gordon Moore of 3M’s Health Information Systems to discuss how using data is making healthcare delivery more efficient, effective, and equitable. Thanks for listening!
Dean is joined by his colleagues Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas as they work through all the issues on the congressional docket this Fall. From infrastructure to debt limit, government funding to Afghanistan, and much, much more. Buckle up and thank for listening!
Dean is joined by Matthew Lipka, Head of Policy for robotics company Nuro. Autonomous vehicles are sharing our roads today and delivering everything from pizzas to prescriptions. Dean and Matthew discuss the technical and regulatory challenges to putting a driverless, passengerless vehicle on America’s roads. Thanks for listening!
Dean is joined today by his colleague Bruce Mehlman to discuss the firm’s new quarterly slide deck. From 9/11 to the botched pullout in Afghanistan, how do our failures sometimes shape the road ahead even more than our successes. Congress may be gone, but there’s plenty happening here in the nation’s capital. Thanks for listening!
Congress is back in town, and it’s Infrastructure Week FOR REAL this time. Dean is joined by his colleagues at the firm, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas, to break down both infrastructure tracks, in both chambers, with predictions on what can get done before the August Recess. Plus, Biden’s Executive Order gets the attention of the world’s largest companies. It’s 2021 in 21 Minutes. Thanks for listening!
Congress is in recess and there’s no better time to take a higher level look at the state of our politics and the elections ahead. To help with that that, Dean is joined by Washington Post columnist Henry Olsen. Dean and Henry break down the 2020 elections and what the down ballot results might mean for the 2022 Midterms. Henry sees warning signs in Biden’s job approval with key constituencies and states. Plus, what’s next for populism in the U.S. and around the world, and can it survive without Donald Trump?
14th & G notched a win when DC Mayor Muriel Bowser lifted the Nationals’ Park mask mandate! But Congress still has a big month ahead of it and the Senate is poised to send legislation to the House (mass hysteria!) Today, Dean and colleagues Democrat David Thomas and Republican Bruce Mehlman cover the latest in 2021 in 21 minutes.
Dean, David, and Bruce discuss US-China relations and the Innovation and Competition Act vote, the future of the filibuster, ransomware attacks and the state of our cyber hygiene. And certainly not least, hard predictions on the infrastructure bill and when it might appear on President Biden’s desk. Thanks for listening!
Biden addressed a joint session of Congress and we hear responses from both sides of the aisle.
Today, Dean sits down with his colleagues Democrat David Thomas and Republican Bruce Mehlman. They discuss the implications of Biden’s multi-trillion dollar spending plan, if Republicans will take back the House in 2022, the inner turmoil of the Republican Party and “woke” fatigue in Democratic ranks. Dean, David, and Bruce also address the coming return to normalcy, and Dean makes a specific request of DC Mayor Muriel Bowser.
The first 100 days of the Biden administration are wrapping up, and we’re handing out grades.
Today, Dean sits down with his colleagues Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas. Together, they break down 2021 in 21 minutes and predict what the Biden administration’s next 100 days will look like including, perhaps, a major infrastructure bill, a bipartisan effort against China, adjustments to antitrust laws, and speculation of corporate America’s new political home, if it has one at all.
The private sector gives their side on antitrust compliance. This week, Dean concludes the American Antitrust series with Patricia Nakache, General Partner at Trinity Ventures, an early stage venture capital firm.
Dean and Patricia discuss how venture capital firms approach implications of antitrust at liquidity events, when startups choose to be acquired, go public, or go bankrupt. Patricia further explains antitrust enforcement when evaluating acquisitions in the tech space, potential chilling effects on mergers and acquisitions (MNAs) in the venture-backed world, and how BIg Tech impacts the playing field for startups.
Welcome to 14th & G. If you want to understand current events in antitrust, you need to know the history of antitrust in America. In this week’s episode, Dean continues Part 3 of the American Antirust series by sitting down with Matt Stoller, author and Director of Research at the American Economic Liberties Project.
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Welcome to 14th & G. Today, Dean is joined by Jonathan Last, editor of The Bulwark, a news network that provides political analysis free without partisan loyalties.
Dean and Jonathan discuss how the media landscape has evolved, becoming more partisan with fewer gatekeepers, and if these developments can possibly benefit the country. They also break down how the Republican Party is finding its way out of the wilderness, the return of congressionally directed spending projects, and what’s in store for the ’22 Midterms.
Welcome to 14th & G. Today, Dean is out with Part 2 of his series on American Antitrust. He is joined by Jon Leibowitz who served as Commissioner (2004 – 2009) and Chairman (2009 – 2013) of the Federal Trade Commission. Thank you for listening.
And stay tuned! As previewed in Friday’s Politico Influence:
Mehlman Castagnetti Rosen & Thomas is rolling out a new series of its podcast “14th & G” on Monday. The series will be hosted by Mehlman partner Dean Hingson, and will focus on the antitrust sentiment heating up around Washington, with lawmakers in both chambers of Congress ramping up hearings and introducing legislation on the subject, the Biden administration staffing up with antitrust crusaders, and state and federal governments targeting Big Tech with antitrust lawsuits.
— Monday’s episode will feature Trump DOJ antitrust chief Makan Delrahim, and future guests for the series include anti-monopoly researcher Matt Stoller, Trinity Ventures general partner Patricia Nakache and former FTC Chair and current Davis Polk partner Jon Leibowitz.
Welcome to 14th & G. Today, Dean starts Part One of a four-part series on American Antitrust. He is joined by Makan Delrahim who served as the Assistant Attorney General for the Antitrust Division of the United States Department of Justice from 2017-2021. Thank you for listening.
And stay tuned! As previewed in Friday’s Politico Influence:
FOR YOUR SPOTIFY QUEUE: Mehlman Castagnetti Rosen & Thomas is rolling out a new series of its podcast “14th & G” on Monday. The series will be hosted by Mehlman partner Dean Hingson, and will focus on the antitrust sentiment heating up around Washington, with lawmakers in both chambers of Congress ramping up hearings and introducing legislation on the subject, the Biden administration staffing up with antitrust crusaders, and state and federal governments targeting Big Tech with antitrust lawsuits.
— Monday’s episode will feature Trump DOJ antitrust chief Makan Delrahim, and future guests for the series include anti-monopoly researcher Matt Stoller, Trinity Ventures general partner Patricia Nakache and former FTC Chair and current Davis Polk partner Jon Leibowitz.
Welcome to 14th & G. Dean is joined today by his colleague (and former Assistant Secretary of Commerce in the Obama Administration) Steve Haro. They discuss how the nomination and confirmation process is shaping up for the new administration, a tight House vote on COVID relief, and what’s in store for the Spring.
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Welcome to 14th & G. Today Dean is joined by his colleagues, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas. Together they break down 2021 in 21 minutes. Thank you for listening.
Welcome to 14th & G. Today, Dean is joined by the firm’s founding partners to discuss our quarterly review of politics and policy “Crossroads: Challenges and Choices in a Low Trust World” Thanks for listening!
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Welcome to 14th & G. Today, Dean is joined by his colleagues, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas, to break down the events of the most tumultuous week in recent American History. Thank you for listening
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Byrd Bath, Instructions, and the Parliamentarian: Dean is joined by two Senate veterans of reconciliation battles, Republican Laura Dove and Democrat Bill Dauster, to discuss how budget reconciliation can and can’t be used to implement public policy. Welcome to 14th & G.
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Welcome to 14th & G. Today, Dean is joined today by ITI President and CEO Jason Oxman to discuss the technology sector’s role in the economic recovery, how to harden America’s cyber defense, and why the Luddites won’t return to smash the machines.
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Welcome to 14th & G. Today, Dean is joined by his colleagues, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas to break down the few remaining days of 2020 in 20 Minutes. Thanks for listening!
Welcome to 14th & G. How will American Sports emerge from this pandemic season, when will we back in stadiums, and what’s the deal with MASN blackouts of Nats and Orioles games? Dean breaks it all down with Axios Sports Editor Kendall Baker. Thanks for listening!
Welcome to 14th & G. Today, Dean is joined by the chief economist for the world’s #1 job site Indeed.com, Jed Kolko. They discuss the state of our workforce, the prospects for economic recovery post-pandemic, and the future of work. Thanks for listening!
Welcome to 14th & G. Today, Dean is joined by his colleague and former Obama Administration Deputy Secretary of Commerce, Steve Haro. They’ll discuss the confirmation process and the names in the mix for the incoming Biden Cabinet. Thanks for listening.
Stuff your turkey and get a full rundown on the shape of the incoming Biden Administration, governing the House with a bare majority, and how the lame duck wraps up the year. Dean is joined by his colleagues, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas to break it all down. Thanks for listening!
Welcome to 14th & G. Today, Dean is joined today by veteran election lawyer Ben Ginsberg to discuss the next steps in closing out 2020, the effects of the massive vote by mail, and the future of the American Election. Thanks for listening.
Welcome to 14th & G. Today, Dean is joined today by firm founding partners Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti to discuss our new slide deck on Election 2020. They break down the results, what it means for the next Administration, the next Congress, and how each party will deal with renewed civil wars in their ranks.
Welcome to 14th & G. As Georgia prepares for two Senate runoffs that will determine the Senate Majority, Dean is joined by Politics Reporter for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Patricia Murphy. They break down the runoff system, both Senate races, and all the Peach State political happenings.
Welcome to 14th & G. Today, Dean is joined by his colleagues, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas to break down what’s happening and where it’s all headed. From the Count to the First 100 Days of the next administration, they’ll cover it all in 20 minutes. Thanks for listening.
Welcome to 14th & G. With a week to go Dean is joined by Cook Political Report elections guru, Dave Wasserman, for tips on how the pros follow returns as they come in on Election Night (and beyond). Thanks for listening!
Welcome to 14th & G. The final week of the election, the debates are done, and the closing arguments begin. Dean is joined by Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas to break down the campaigns, prospects for COVID relief, tech policy, and outcome predictions. All of 2020 in 20 minutes! Thanks for listening!
Welcome to 14th & G. Can President Trump defy the polls in his fight for reelection? What are the key counties and states to watch on Election Night to know who controls the White House and the Senate? Dean breaks it all down with Washington Post columnist and expert election analyst Henry Olsen on today’s 14th & G. Thanks for listening!
Welcome to 14th & G. As the world wishes a speedy recovery to the President and First Lady from COVID-19, Dean is joined by the firm’s founding partners, Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Castagnetti, to assess the impact of this first October Surprise on the presidential election. They’ll also break down the debates, the polling, and the preparations for a Contingent Election- all in less than 25 minutes.
Welcome to 14th & G. The Four C’s driving this election: Congress, China, Courts, and Campaigns. From the Supreme Court vacancy to Electoral College predictions, Dean is joined today by Republican Bruce Mehlman and Democrat David Thomas to break down 2020 in 20 minutes.
Welcome to this week’s episode of 14th & G. As events swirl around the campaign, the Biden Transition Team is up and running. Dean is joined today by three of his Democratic colleagues who all served in senior positions in the Obama-Biden Administration- Lauren Aronson (White House and CMS), Nichole Distefano (EPA), and Steve Haro (Commerce). They’ll discuss the policies and personnel taking shape now, what that means for a potential Biden Administration, and who they think might be in line for the top jobs.
Veepstakes, Biden, and the future of the Democratic Party with Former Obama Deputy White House Chief of Staff, Jim Messina
Dean is joined on the podcast today by former Senator, Ambassador, and Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats. They discuss the Director’s recent China op-ed, and the necessity for continued vigilance on terrorism and election security in the run up to Election 2020.
Welcome to this week’s episode of 14th & G. Dean is joined today by “The Architect” Karl Rove and Bruce Mehlman to discuss the future of the GOP. Whatever happens on Election Day the fight is already on to lead and define the Republican Party of the 20’s. Karl shares his insights on this looming battle, the Never Trump movement, and the bellwethers he’s watching as the Presidential Election cranks to 11.
Today on 14th & G, Congress is back with a daunting To Do List. Might they revisit the issue of law enforcement reform? Dean is joined by Alyssa Richardson, Deputy Chief of Staff to Senator Tim Scott (R-SC), and his colleague Paul Thornell. They discuss the specifics of the competing reform efforts, the politics of reviving those efforts, and how business leaders can engage.
Today on 14th & G, the MCRT Quarterly Slide Deck is out. It’s our firm’s analysis of the trends governing the political moment and what that means for leaders in government relations and business. Firm founders, Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti, join me to discuss what we’ve found. You can access the deck here:
https://mehlmancastagnetti.com/wp-content/uploads/Great-Acceleration-Mehlman-Q3-2020.pdf
Today on 14th & G Dean is joined by Congressman Michael Burgess (R-TX), Ranking Member of the Health Subcommittee on the House Energy & Commerce Committee. They’ll talk about the next COVID Support Package, Track and Trace, and the need for a federal data privacy standard.
Today Dean is joined once again by founding partners Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti to discuss the state of the 2020 Race for the White House.
Today Dean is joined by his colleagues Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti, to discuss the impact of the COVID Crisis on America’s trade policy and relationships.
Today Dean is joined by his colleagues and health policy experts, Dean Rosen and Lauren Aronson, to discuss the impact of the COVID Crisis on America’s healthcare sector.
Today on 14th & G, Dean is joined by founding partner, Bruce Mehlman, and their colleague Steve Haro to discuss the impact of the COVID Crisis on America’s tech sector.
Today on 14th & G Dean sits down with firm founders Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti to analyze the legislative response to the COVID-19 Crisis and what we can expect for the next round. They’ll also look at how the current crisis is impacting the elections from House and Senate to the Presidential.
Today on 14th & G Dean is joined by Executive Director of the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) Kevin McLaughlin. Dean and Kevin will pick through the aftermath of Super Tuesday and deep dive on the highest profile Senate Elections for 2020.
Welcome to this week's episode of 14th & G! Today we talk Iowa: what happened? What happens next? Dean is joined by Inside Elections Editor & Publisher Nathan Gonzales. They'll pick through the wreckage of the Hawkeye State and talk through the Democratic field, President Trump's standing, and the Senate map as Election 2020 officially kicks off.
Welcome to this week's episode of 14th & G! Today I'm joined by our founding partners, Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti. We discuss Bruce's latest slide deck "Hunting Black Swans" and get into the nitty gritty of the 2020 primary race and presidential election.
Welcome to this week's episode of 14th & G! I’m joined by Dr. James Wallner, American University lecturer, author, and expert in legislative procedure. James and I were colleagues as Senate staffers, and in this podcast we get back together to take a deep dive into the next step of impeachment: The Senate Trial.
Welcome to this week's episode of 14th & G! Today, I say farewell to 14th & G and the rest of the MCRT team, but have the pleasure of introducing our new host – Dean Hingson! We are joined on the show by Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti, who are here to talk about the new quarterly slide deck. We also talked a bit of politics as we inch closer to the Iowa caucus.
Welcome to this week's episode of 14th & G! Today, we get the chance to talk with Paul Thornell, our newest colleague here at MCRT. Paul sat down with us to discuss the future of the financial services industry, both from a business and policy perspective. We also got a chance to talk a bit of politics as we get closer to the Democratic primary season.
Welcome to this week's episode of 14th & G! Today, we get the chance to highlight our amazing female colleagues. The team will discuss what it’s like to work as a female lobbyist, whether there are any differences between being a Republican or Democrat woman in the lobbying world, and how the business has changed over the years.
Welcome to this week's episode of 14th & G! Today, we are joined by Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti, founding partners here at MCRT. They’re here to talk about the politics and policy of the 2020 presidential campaign. We also discuss Bruce’s new slide deck, which takes a look into a few potential scenarios for 2020 and beyond.
Welcome to this week's episode of 14th & G! Today, we are joined by Bruce Mehlman, founding partner here at MCRT, and Paul Gallant, Managing Director at Cowen Washington Research Group. With Big Tech making headlines across the political world, Paul and Bruce are here to discuss the potential impact of antitrust regulation on the industry.
Welcome to this week's episode of 14th & G! Today, we are joined by Aaron Cooper, the VP of Global Policy at the BSA | The Software Alliance. BSA represents some of the largest software companies from around the globe. Aaron is here to talk hot button tech issues including trade, data localization, and privacy from an expert’s perspective.
Welcome to this week's episode of 14th & G! Today, we are joined by Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti, Founding Partners here at Mehlman Castagnetti Rosen & Thomas. They are here to talk about Bruce’s latest slide deck “Roaring 2020s” covering everything from the 2020 elections to a revived debate on capitalism vs. socialism, and its impact on the politics of the future. Bruce, David, and CR also discuss a few Members of Congress (not running for President!) to keep an eye on as we head into the summer.
You can check out Bruce’s new deck here
Welcome to this week's episode of 14th & G! Today, we are joined by Jason Oxman,
newly named President and Chief Executive Officer of ITI. He was elected by ITI's Board of Directors following a months-long search led by a committee made up of representatives from ITI's membership. Jason brings more than 20 years of experience as a globally recognized leader in technology advocacy. Before joining ITI, Jason served as CEO of ETA, the international trade association of the payments technology industry, for seven years. Jason is here to give us the landscape on Big Tech, as well as touch on hot topics such as trade and privacy.
Hello everyone and welcome to 14th & G! This episode, we are joined by Scott Shalett of Medora Ventures. Scott is a Managing Partner and the Head of Public Affairs, offering existing and new clients expertise in public policy, political organizing, crisis communications and corporate public affairs. He is here to talk about Opportunity Zones - a new investment tool designed to drive capital to areas in need. Thanks for listening and hope you enjoy.
Today Dan Restrepo is here to share his perspective on the Venezuelan crisis and insights into what might happen next. Dan formally served as the principal advisor to President Barack Obama on issues related to Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada, and served as special assistant to the president and senior director for Western Hemisphere affairs at the National Security Council.
What is it like running as an independent in a two-party dominated political system? This week, we have invited Greg Orman to share his insight, experience and challenges. During Greg's political career he has identified at one time as a Republican and then later as a Democrat. In 2014, Greg ran as an independent candidate to represent Kansas in the United States Senate, and then once more during this past year's Kansas gubernatorial election.
Hello everyone and welcome to 14th & G! This episode, we are joined once again by my esteemed colleagues Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti. They are here to talk about the firm's new quarterly deck: "Permissionless," the state of the Trump administration, and the standout Freshman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Thanks for listening and hope you enjoy.
Happy New Year everyone and welcome to 2019! On today's episode we are hosting Ashley Jones. She currently serves as Chief of Staff to Rep. Bradley Schneider (D-IL), but will soon make a move to a leadership office for the 116th Congress. She is joined by our very own Steve Haro, who has served as the Chief of Staff for members in both the House and the Senate, to talk about what it is like to set up a new office for a freshman member of Congress.
This week, Nancy Pelosi will likely become the House Democrats' choice for Speaker. We have invited Mrs. Pelosi’s former Chief of Staff John Lawrence to join us on 14th and G. John will give us insight into the Speaker’s office and Pelosi’s caucus management. This conversation should be a good primer as we head into Speaker Pelosi version 2.0.
John is also the author of the new book “The Class of '74: Congress after Watergate and the Roots of Partisanship.” You can find the book here.
While votes are still being tallied, take a listen to the latest episode of 14th & G with our very own Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti. Today, we will cover an election re-cap, what it all means, and where we are headed.
Welcome to this week's episode of 14th and G. Today, we are joined by political strategists Doug Thornell and Ken Spain to talk about the upcoming midterms. As we reflect back on the blue wave from 2010 we discuss what that was like, compare it to today, and try to predict the political outcomes for this year's midterm elections.
Thanks for joining us on another episode of 14th and G! This week, we're sitting down with Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti to discuss this year's Q4 slide deck. Take a listen for insights into a post-Kavanaugh world, the upcoming midterm elections, implications for the rest of the lame-duck session and a whole host of new possible disruptions for D.C.
This week on 14th and G we invited Pia Carusone, co-founder of Republic Restoratives Distillery, and former Chief of Staff to Rep. Gabrielle Giffords. On this episode, we're here to discuss her unconventional path from political campaigns to owning a small batch, women-owned distillery and craft cocktail bar in the heart of Washington, D.C. Carusone also served as Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security until entering the private sector where she currently works at political firm, The Campaign Group.
Welcome back to 14th and G! Today, we are hosting Scott Mulhauser, founding partner of Aperture Strategies to talk about China. Scott has served in senior positions across the globe, most recently as chief of staff at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing where he helped run one of the largest and busiest posts in the world with five consulates, 49 federal agencies and more than 2,000 employees and their families. He represented the U.S. across China, traveling to more than half of China's provinces to lead trade missions and speak on behalf of the U.S. government as he worked with leaders in both countries to advance the U.S.-China relationship. In particular, he worked closely with companies, organizations, media outlets, universities and public officials to help them explore opportunities, manage relationships and respond to crises in China, Asia and across the globe.
This week on 14th and G, we once again host our very own Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti. Against the background of an escalating tariff war and President Trump's sky high approval rating amongst the GOP, will the Democrats be able to take back the House? Get ready to dive into this Fall's upcoming elections, Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh, and Trump's private sit down with Vladimir Putin. Hope you enjoy!
This week on the podcast we are hosting Tim Hwang, Founder and CEO of FiscalNote. FiscalNote is a Government Relationship Management platform that uses AI, analytics, and natural language processing to help global organizations take control of their government risk and automate the law. Before starting FiscalNote from a Motel 6 and making his way to Pennsylvania Ave in D.C., Tim began his career in politics working on the Obama '08 campaign and serving as an elected official on the Montgomery County Board of Education. Take a listen to find out what happened when Tim cold called Mark Cuban after watching an episode of Shark Tank!
This week on 14th & G, we welcome thought leader Henry Timms onto the show to discuss his book, a national bestseller, New Power. Timms is the Executive Director of the 92nd Street Y, a cultural and community center that creates programs and movements that foster learning and civic engagement. Our discussion will examine the fate of traditional institutions in the face of newcomers able to harness the energy behind a connected crowd. Join us as we dive into topic such as #BlackLivesMatter, Pope Francis, and the high school Parkland activists.
This week on 14th & G, our guest Dr. Halena Gazelka is here to share her insight into the Opioids crisis. She is the Chair of the Mayo Clinic Opioid Stewardship Program and Director of Inpatient Pain Services, Division of Pain Medicine. She is an expert in pain management. Dr. Gazelka was recently appointed by the Department of Health and Human Services to serve on the Pain Management Best Practices Inter-Agency Task Force. With both the Senate and the House currently trying to tackle the opioid crisis this is an incredibly timely conversation with Dr. Gazelka.
This week 14th & G welcomes healthcare experts Andy Chasin and our own Lauren Aronson to preview the President’s long awaited speech on drug prices. We also talk about the future of the ACA. Is single payer an option? Should we really consider putting seniors on a bus to Canada? It’s a fun wide ranging discussion on healthcare with two folks who know all the ins and outs of the insanely complex American heath system. Hope you enjoy.
Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti join us on this episode of 14th & G to discuss Mehlman’s most recent Q2 slide deck, “Empowered America." Listen as they give an update on what's to come for the remainder of the year.
James Lewis, Senior Vice President at the Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) joins us to discuss the future of trade. James and CR dive deep into discussion regarding the future of US-China relations, the impact of cyber, and what the future of trade negotiations may look like.
On our special Jobs Edition of 14th & G, we are welcomed by DC job experts Brad Traverse and Tom Manatos. Brad who serves as the Director of Federal Government Relations for BlueCross BlueShield Tennessee and Tom, Spotify's Vice President of Government Relations give us an inside look at their second occupation as the leaders of DC's go-to job websites. They share their career tips from time management and professional advice to the best ways to navigate the unique DC career world.
We are joined on this episode by Mark Bohannon, Red Hat’s Vice President of Global Public Policy & Government Affairs. Red Hat is the world's leading provider of open source software solutions. Mark provides insight to exactly what that means and how innovation interacts with policymakers. Take a listen as he also predicts what future technological advancements we should keep on our radar, from middleware to the cloud.
Robby Mook, Campaign Manager for Hillary Clinton 2016 and Matt Rhoades, Campaign Manager for Mitt Romney 2012 discuss their bipartisan "Cybersecurity Campaign Playbook" that they’ve developed through Harvard’s Belfer Center. Their playbook aims to provide simple and actionable information to make any campaign, regardless of party, more secure from adversaries. These campaign experts also provide us with their predictions for the 2018 midterm elections.
Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti join us on this episode of 14th & G to discuss Mehlman’s most recent Q1 slide deck, “Why 2018 Will Make 2017 Seem Tame.” Listen as they predict how the Administration and Congress will approach critical policy items such as NAFTA, trade, and border security. Mehlman and Castagnetti also offer insight into the 2018 midterm elections and what we should be keeping an eye out for as election day quickly approaches.
14th & G welcomes Jamie Smith, Bitfury’s Global Chief Communications Officer. Bitfury is the leading full service blockchain technology company, operating as the driving force behind the highly talked about cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin. Jamie gives us the inside scoop on what exactly bitcoins are, how the blockchain works, and how our future could be shaped by both blockchain and cryptocurrency technology.
CR is joined by Chris Padilla, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs for IBM on this episode of 14th & G. Prior to his current role at IBM, Padilla served as the Under Secretary for International Trade within the U.S. Department of Commerce during the Bush Administration. Take a listen as Padilla discusses IBM’s “new collar jobs” initiative, trade, and their approach to the future of artificial intelligence. Additionally, hear firsthand what Padilla predicts to be the big winners in the future of technology.
In this episode of 14th & G, CR welcomes JPMorgan Chase’s Peter Scher. Peter serves as both Chairman of the Mid-Atlantic Region and the Global Head of Corporate Responsibility. As the Head of Corporate Responsibility, Peter oversees the JPMorgan Chase Foundation, one of the largest corporate foundations in the United States and has led the development of many of the firm’s flagship programs, including the $150 million investment in Detroit’s revitalization. In 2016 and 2017, Peter was named in Washington Life Magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people in the U.S. Capitol, noting his experience in navigating the intersection of business and the public sector. Take a listen as CR and Peter dive into a discussion of tax reform and JPMorgan Chase’s investments in Detroit, Washington and Chicago.
On this episode of 14th & G, CR Wooters is joined by the firm’s very own partners, Bruce Mehlman and David Castagnetti. Take a listen as they give their insight to what we should expect to see on Capitol Hill over the new few weeks. Mehlman and Castagnetti share their expectations for healthcare, NAFTA, DACA, trade and tax, and other highly discussed legislative topics. Additionally, listen as Mehlman dives into his latest slidedeck “Navigating the New Gilded Age” and explains the correlation of the Gilded Age era to our modern times.
In this episode of 14th & G, CR welcomes Allison Jaslow, Executive Director of the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA). The IAVA is a leading veterans non-profit organization, that helps post 9/11 veterans. Allison, a former Army Captain, has an impactful conversation with CR where she discusses topics such as her two tours in Iraq and the #SheWhoBorneTheBattle campaign. They also discuss veterans hiring veteran's healthcare and her view on the recent high profile flag protests.
14th and G, a new product from Mehlman Castagnetti, is the podcast sitting at the intersection of business and policy. Hosted by Mehlman Castagnetti Principal CR Wooters, each 20 minute episode features an interview discussing the future of business and the potential public policy impacts of innovation. 14th & G is designed to deliver quick, easily-digestible insights into the business of Washington.
In the first episode of 14th & G, CR welcomes Dean Garfield, President and CEO of ITI, the Information Technology Industry Council, one of the leading tech associations in Washington. CR and Dean have a lively discussion about the future of tech policy, taking note of both topical issues like tax reform and longer term issues like potential regulations of drones and autonomous vehicles. Garfield has been at the helm of ITI since 2009. ITI’s membership includes such tech companies including Twitter, HP, VMware and Adobe.