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
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The 2025 GovieLovies
Lauren
- The Scenic Route to City Hall with Peggy Flynn, Petaluma, CA
- Leading ICMA and the Roots of Professional Government with Julia Novak, ICMA
- Sparks Pilot Program with Grace Hanne, Johnson County KS
Dan
- Leadership and Change Management with Kelly McAdoo, Santa Barbara, CA
- Land Use Planning and Residential Segregation with Scott Markley, National Zoning Atlas
- Development and Customer Service with JC Hudgison, Tampa, FL
Meredith
- Public Service and Responsive Government with Brooks Williams, Ferris, TX
- Staying Authentic with Aarón Zavala, Pleasanton, CA
- The Real Ice Town with Tim Blakeslee, Plymouth, WI
Ben
- From the Fire House to the City Manager’s Office with Bryan Dehner and Donna Lake
- Change Management and Implementing a New Form of Government with Michael Jordan, Portland, OR
- An ICMA Conference Recap, Leadership, Urban Revitalization, and Hot Wings – GovLove Island