Showing results for "Mayor" in Political Science

In February 2013, Toronto's former mayor, Rob Ford, was caught on video smoking crack cocaine. Weeks later, he was accused of groping a campaign rival; had to leave a gala for being too intoxicated; and was fired as the coach of a high school football team. The events were part of a stream of Rob Ford "mishaps", which include a DUI; accusations of domestic violence; a trial where the Toronto City Council stripped him of his powers; even accusations of murder.

The Mayors is a podcast from Blueprint, powered by REEF, dedicated to hearing from, well, mayors—the people who lead our cities, who make the big decisions, who fight for progress in steps and leaps, who sometimes succeed and sometimes fail. We learn about why our guests chose to become mayors and how they got there; what keeps (or kept) them up at night while they work to make good cities great; and the issues, solutions, policies, and partnerships they view as critical to building better communities. In conversation with urbanists Richard Florida and Padden Murphy, we’ll ask and answer ...

The surprising story of how wrestling superstar Glenn "Kane" Jacobs beat all the odds to become the mayor of Knox County, Tennessee. Even in his heyday in wrestling, Jacobs was inspired to pursue politics by popular libertarian figures such as former Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul...

Tiffin Talk is the official podcast of the City of Tiffin, Iowa hosted by Mayor Tim Kasparek and Mayor Pro Tem Tim Orris. Join us for conversations about city projects, community updates, and interviews with local leaders. Whether you’re a longtime resident or new to town, stay informed and connected as we share the stories shaping Tiffin’s future. Subscribe and be part of the conversation!

New Haven, Indiana Mayor Steve McMichael invites local newsmakers to the WNHE 101.3fm studio to discuss things happening in and around New Haven

Mayor Samantha Squailia provides government and community updates regarding the City of Fitchburg, Ma.

In the face of the most perilous challenges of our time—climate change, terrorism, poverty, and trafficking of drugs, guns, and people—the nations of the world seem paralyzed.

The problems are too big, too interdependent, too divisive for the nation-state. Is the nation-state, once democracy's best hope, today democratically dysfunctional? Obsolete? The answer, says Benjamin Barber in this highly provocative and original book, is yes.

On this podcast Mayor Erin Stewart from the City of New Britain, Connecticut provides regular updates on all things relevant to the quality of life in the City, including a deep dive into the Common Council agenda items before each meeting.

I’m Mike Hurley, proud Mayor of Burnaby since 2018. I started this podcast to explore the people, values, and issues shaping our diverse and dynamic city - and to share the ideas and experiences of those who live, work, and contribute here. Each episode features thoughtful conversations with residents, community leaders, and experts about the challenges we face, the opportunities ahead, and the vision guiding Burnaby’s future. Follow and subscribe to catch every episode, and discover the stories that make our city strong, diverse, and vibrant.

Municipal government: a trap that catches those too incompetent, too corrupt, too incompetent even for national politics. And the greatest of these, the mayor - the highest political office one can hope to reach with a truly oppositional personality or a crack addiction. Mattie Lubchansky, Riley Quinn and November Kelly are teaming up to make a podcast investigating these mayors. From petty Bonapartes to flagrant mafiosi, these are their stories.Every other week, we'll have an episode on the free feed. For more Mayoral goodness, check out the bonus episodes on our Patreon.

Mayor Heather Graham's weekly brief of current events related to the City of Pueblo.

Mayor Rick Blangiardi, City and County of Honolulu leaders and public servants across Oʻahu answer questions about homelessness, affordable housing, high cost of living and a variety of other important topics — the questions that are most pressing for our residents, our island and our future. Together, we are One Oʻahu.

AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson hosts “Our Mayors Breaking it Down,” a podcast designed to share evidence-based insights and perspectives around AAMA’s policy pillars. New episodes will include mayors of large, medium, and rural cities who will discuss pathways to solutions for some of our most pressing problems.

Mayor Pam Kensit is the first migrant woman to be elected as the Mayor of the Upper Lachlan Valley. Listen as she shares the stories of the local area and spills the beans on community issues.

Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the real issues impacting the City of Marinette. Get the facts, hear the stories, and uncover the truth—straight from the Mayor himself.

Parlor City Voice is the official podcast of Bluffton, Indiana, offering residents a clear and direct look at the projects, people, and progress shaping our community. Hosted by Councilman Rick Elwell and featuring Mayor Scott Mentzer, each episode highlights city initiatives, local stories, upcoming developments, and behind-the-scenes conversations about how Bluffton continues to grow and thrive.

Join Mayor Sean A. Wilson for weekly community updates for Waynesville. Periodically, he will have community guests who will share resources throughout the area for our citizens.

Welcome to Mayors of Main Street—the podcast that delves into the heart of American communities by exploring the experiences and insights of some of the longest-serving mayors in the country. Hosted by Mayor Kristine Lott, this podcast brings you compelling stories of public service, community challenges, and the triumphs that define local leadership.Mayor Kristine Lott, the first woman to hold the mayoral office in Winooski, Vermont, is no stranger to community engagement and leadership. Her journey into local politics began in 2017 when she was appointed to the Housing Commission for ...

The Mayor’s Podcast with Summerland Mayor Doug Holmes is a monthly podcast relating to local issues and the work of the District of Summerland. Each month Mayor Holmes sits down with a municipal councillor, District staff, community member, or other people of interest to discuss a specific topic of importance to Summerland residents.

Este podcast ofrece información municipal y otros contenidos de interés sobre Candeleda y el Raso. Incluye episodios con el resumen del contenido del bando de alcaldía para hacerlo más accesible a todos los vecinos y vecinas. Puedes consultar el bando completo a través del canal de noticias locales en WhatsApp, en la página de Facebook, en Instagram y otras redes sociales, y en la web ayuntamientocandeleda.es Producido en Candeleda por Comunicando Audio.