This week, Caitlin and Paul interview our departing summer interns: Cameron Crain, Cameron Dietz, Carolyn Spector, and Sarah Brabson. These four young professionals chat about what it was like to work and live in the heart of DC, what they learned from their experiences, and what they hope future PRG and DC interns keep in mind before they start their positions.
We're thrilled to announce the newest co-host of The Lobby Shop, Caitlin Sickles! You're likely familiar with her from past episodes, but here's a refresher: Caitlin is a Principal in PRG's strategic communications team and heads up our digital media practice.
In addition to this announcement, Josh gives a crash-course on domestic terrorism, its current lack of status as a federal crime, and what that means in the wake of the latest mass shootings in America.
PRG Communications Principal Caitlin Sickles joins as a guest host today for a great interview with Steve Alexander, President of the Association of Plastic Recyclers. We discuss the misconceptions about the recycling process, the need for demand for both recyclable and recycled materials, how brands can meet sustainability goals, and what individuals can do to ensure the recycling chain flows effectively.
In the midst of Mueller Mania, Congress was busily approving a 2-year budget deal. Today, we're joined by Jack Fitzpatrick, Bloomberg Government reporter covering Congress, to talk about what's included in that deal and what it means for government spending in 2020 and 2021. Special guest-host this week is PRG Principal John Lee.
Today we're joined by Matthew Nielsen, Bracewell Partner in the firm's White Collar Defense practice, to talk about his work and what it means in the world of corporate law. Also, for photos from our intro's unboxing segment, check out our Twitter page: @TheLobbyShopPod.
We're joined this week by Asha Rangappa, former FBI Special Agent, frequent CNN counter-intelligence contributor, and Director of Admissions and Senior Lecturer at Yale University's Jackson Institute for Global Affairs. Asha lends us her expertise in counter-intel as it applies to the Russia investigation, Special Counsel Robert Mueller's upcoming testimonies before Congress, and much more.
Scott Segal, co-head of the Policy Resolution Group, joins us this week to talk about the Affordable Clean Energy (ACE) Rule, this Administration's replacement for the Obama-era Clean Power Plan. We cover the differences and similarities between ACE and CPP, the historical context for these rules, and what they mean for climate change.
On Tuesday, comedian Jon Stewart was in DC to testify before the House Judiciary Committee, and his impassioned lecture to Members went viral in a matter of hours. Here to talk about the subject of his testimony, the reauthorization of the Sept. 11th Victim Compensation Fund, is Tom O'Connor, President of the FBI Agents Association and current FBI Special Agent. We cover the prolonged health issues from first responders in NYC, DC, and Shanksville, PA; the importance of the CDC's World Trade Center Health Program; and the need for permanent reauthorization of the Sept. 11th Victim Compensation Fund.
This week, Liam and Paul take the wheel and interview our resident trade expert, the one and only Josh Zive. Right after our interview last week with CNN's Haley Byrd, the news broke that the President aims to place tariffs on all imports from Mexico. Tune in for a discussion on the logistical nightmare of this scenario, what it would mean for American consumers and businesses, and the impacts it would have on future business practice in the US.
It's time for our first return guest and we couldn't have picked better: Haley Byrd, now with CNN covering Congress, trade, and economic policy, joins us to talk about the latest developments in her areas of expertise since her last episode. We discuss her coverage of Michigan's Congressman Amash, the top issues going on in the Trade War, and much more. Follow Haley on Twitter at @byrdinator.
David Byler, Data Analyst and Political Columnist at the Washington Post, came by the studio this week to discuss the trends, twists, and turns coming from the latest political surveys. We cover Democratic Presidential hopefuls, state voting trends, how recent events have impacted (or not) perception of the President, and much more.
Follow David on Twitter at @databyler.
Colin Wilhelm, Economic Policy Reporter at the Washington Examiner, joins us for a discussion of all things national money: the results of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act's first year, trade policy and comparing NAFTA and the USMCA, and how economic policy could look under some of the Democratic contenders for the Presidential nomination.
As the Spring Semester comes to a close, our excellent interns approach their final days with us here at PRG. Josh and Liam interview Aashka, Julia, Lily, and Wei Li to learn about their experiences in DC, the work they did with our team, and what advice they have for students looking for work experience in the worlds of government relations and strategic communications.
Luke Thompson, political consultant and co-host of the National Review podcast Constitutionally Speaking, joins us for a discussion of the world of consulting in politics, the 2020 presidential, and what Constitutional history can show us about modern politics.
Wondering what the latest news out of the U.K. really means? Bracewell Partner and Londoner Olivia Caddy chats with the Lobby Shop team about the political climate across the pond, what Brexit means for international trade arrangements, and what it's been like living through Brexit as a French national in London.
Today we're joined by PRG Principal Caitlin Sickles, who leads digital and social for our strategic communications practice. Caitlin covers recent advocacy work done for childhood cancer legislation, the power of an influential social media strategy, and much more.
We're joined this week by New York Times National Political Correspondent Jonathan Martin (@JMartNYT) for a discussion of the 2020 Democratic field, how the various potential Mueller investigation outcomes could shape politics, and all things college basketball.
This week we're joined by Seamus Hughes, Deputy Director of the Program on Extremism at George Washington University, an expert on terrorism, homegrown violent extremism, and countering violent extremism (CVE). We discuss Seamus' headline-making work, the research tools and skills it takes to accomplish that work, and how his political career brought him to this topic.
Josh, Liam, and Paul discuss what's been going on in their worlds this week, including Democratic Presidential hopefuls, CPAC, and what the Cohen hearings tell us about the new class of Congress.
This week we had the pleasure of sitting down with Bracewell Partner and chair of the firm’s national white collar defense practice, Stephen Braga. Braga talks to us about the wonder that is white collar crime, one of his most interesting pro bono cases, The West Memphis Three, and the Lord of the Rings character named after him.
This week we're joined by Mandy Gunasekara, Founder and President of Energy 45 Fund and former Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator for the Office of Air and Radiation at the EPA. We talk Green New Deal, catching the "Potomac Fever," and the future of energy and environment legislation.
This week we're taking the show international with featured guest Alexander (Sasha) Kravtsov, Director General of Nexus Eurasia in Moscow. We discuss Sasha's experience representing Russian clients in the U.S. and U.S. clients in Russia and the former Soviet Union; how advocacy and strategic communications compare between the East and West; and Russian perceptions of American politics.
If January set the tone for 2019, we're in for a wild year! On today's episode, the team chats with David Drucker, Senior Political Correspondent at the Washington Examiner, about the shutdown ending, what could happen when the three weeks runs out, and what this means for the political landscape in the new year.
2019 is shaping up to be a strange year in Washington, and today's episode is here to answer all your questions on the government shutdown. Our guest this week is FBI Agents Association President and FBI Special Agent Tom O'Connor, who weighs in on how this shutdown is impacting national security.
This week, we’re joined by JJ Green, National Security Correspondent at WTOP and host of the Target USA podcast, to discuss national security issues and what they may look like in 2019. We also cover the government shutdown as the news has changed hour-to-hour this week.