#708 The 2025 GovieLovies

It's moment you have been waiting for all year! From new forms of government, interesting case studies, and tales from local government leaders our episodes covered a wide array of all that goes into local government. To celebrate 2025 and look forward to 2026, the GovLove co-hosts teamed up to give out the most prestigious award in local government podcasting. Lauren, Dan, Meredith, and Ben each selected three of their favorite episodes to award a GovieLovie.

Hosts: Lauren Palmer, Dan Bolin, Meredith Reynolds, & Ben Kittelson The 2025 GovieLovies Lauren

1. The Scenic Route to City Hall with Peggy Flynn, Petaluma, CA
2. Leading ICMA and the Roots of Professional Government with Julia Novak, ICMA
3. Sparks Pilot Program with Grace Hanne, Johnson County KS

Dan

1. Leadership and Change Management with Kelly McAdoo, Santa Barbara, CA
2. Land Use Planning and Residential Segregation with Scott Markley, National Zoning Atlas
3. Development and Customer Service with JC Hudgison, Tampa, FL

Meredith

1. Public Service and Responsive Government with Brooks Williams, Ferris, TX
2. Staying Authentic with Aarón Zavala, Pleasanton, CA
3. The Real Ice Town with Tim Blakeslee, Plymouth, WI

Ben

1. From the Fire House to the City Manager's Office with Bryan Dehner and Donna Lake
2. Change Management and Implementing a New Form of Government with Michael Jordan, Portland, OR
3. An ICMA Conference Recap, Leadership, Urban Revitalization, and Hot Wings - GovLove Island

Pizza Mike Producer Pick

1. Public Service and Responsive Government with Brooks Williams, Ferris, TX