Summary

In this episode, the hosts Jason Briefel and Natalia Castro recap Season One of FEDtalk and discuss key considerations for the federal government moving forward. They explore the concept of the federal government in flux, highlighting the impact of technology and the need for adaptability. They also discuss the evolution of federal power and the importance of capacity issues across the branches of government. The hosts emphasize the need to focus on people and the role of politics and accountability in government. They reflect on the federal community and encourage civil servants themselves to embrace and lead change for a better government.

Takeaways

• The federal government is in a state of flux due to rapid changes in technology, society, and the economy.
• Adaptability is crucial for the government to effectively respond to these changes.
• Capacity issues exist across all three branches of government and need to be addressed.
• Focusing on people and civil servants embracing change themselves is essential for improving the government.

Sound Bites

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Recap of Season One

03:15The Federal Government in Flux

06:00The Impact of Technology on Government

09:46The Need for Adaptability in Government

11:39The Evolution of Federal Power

19:39The Importance of Focusing on People

23:47The Role of Politics and Accountability in Government

26:39Reflections on the Federal Community

30:19Moving Forward and Embracing Change

39:26Closing Remarks