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Our mission is to shift the focus from policy discussions to the people responsible for implementing these policies and the constraints they are facing in their mission to execute the law effectively.
At FEDtalk, we engage in in-depth conversations with a diverse range of leaders, both established and emerging, who are deeply committed to the successful administration of the law. Each episode seeks to address a different aspect of developing a professional, accountable, and capable federal workforce, the backbone of effective policy implementation.We proudly position Shaw Bransford & Roth as a leading voice in the ongoing transformation of public service. Our podcast delves into critical discussions about how the civil service and government itself must evolve to better serve the American people and sustain the equitable administration of the law amidst challenges to the structural, legal, and political framework of government.
FEDtalk provides a platform for thought-provoking insights into the administration of public policy and the continuously shifting legal foundations of the civil service. If you have a keen interest in the intricacies of government and the vital role of its workforce, FEDtalk offers you a professional and comprehensive resource for staying informed and engaged. Join us as we explore the essential connections between individuals and policies, with the ultimate goal of achieving a more efficient, responsive, and equitable government that serves the American people.
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Partner (non-attorney) at Shaw Bransford & Roth
Jason has worked at the firm’s government affairs practice since 2012. Jason has served as Director of the government affairs practice since 2015.
Jason is a known conversation-starter in the federal community. He has dedicated his career to advancing good government initiatives through legislative and organizational representation to clients of the firm’s government affairs practice.
Jason is frequently quoted in the media discussing legislative and executive actions impacting the functioning of the federal workforce and efficiency of the federal government. These media engagements include regular interviews with the Washington Post, CNN, Politico, Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg BNA, PBS, Federal News Network, Government Executive, Federal Times, E&E News, FCW, and Government Matters TV.
He is a frequent speaker at trainings, conferences, and events. He has designed and managed a variety of professional development events, including the Presidential Rank Awards (PRA) Leadership Summit. The PRA Leadership Summit attracts over 500 federal and industry executives annually for panel discussions on the future of federal work and human capital management. Jason coordinates the conversations with federal leaders, plans the panel discussions, and arranges sponsorship and development opportunities through the Summit.
Jason serves as editor-in-chief of the FEDagent and FEDmanager newsletters. He created the FEDforum–a single platform within the publications that unites voices from across the federal community and elevates organizational priorities.
On FEDtalk, Jason aims to bring together unique and novel perspectives on existing issues from current change-makers in the federal government. Jason is motivated by concern that we need new voices and new ideas to solve longstanding problems facing the federal workforce. He is well connected with the next generation of public service leaders and seeks to create a space where these leaders can come discuss the people behind the execution of government work.
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Deputy Director of Government & Public Affairs at Shaw Bransford & Roth
Natalia manages a variety of tasks relating to both press and government relations. She handles media inquiries and public relations for the law firm as well as the firm’s government affairs clients. Natalia provides legislative representation for clients through the firm’s government affairs practice.
Natalia is the primary public affairs officer for the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA). In this role, Natalia leads targeted media outreach campaigns on priority issues, drafts media releases, develops social media and communications plans, and coordinates legislative endorsements with congressional offices. Natalia also monitors criminal justice policy issues for various clients and works with legislative offices on federal law enforcement priorities.
Natalia also serves as an editor for the FEDagent and FEDmanager newsletters.
In addition to her work at the firm, Natalia is currently a part-time student at George Mason University’s Antonin Scalia Law School, where she is pursuing her Juris Doctorate. She is working towards a concentration in National Security Law and Policy. Her policy and legal interests surround the intersection between administrative law and homeland security priorities. In this work, she has drafted papers on executive power over homeland security issues and worked on an amicus brief regarding district court jurisdiction over a challenge to an unconstitutional agency structure.
On FEDtalk, Natalia aims to improve the federal communities’ understanding of evolving legal issues impacting the functioning of the civil service. She is motivated by her desire to ensure an efficient, accountable, and capable federal workforce that conforms with the constitutional separation of federal powers.
Episodes
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The Top Federal Employment Cases of 2023
This episode of FEDtalk explores the top federal employment cases of 2023. The conversation covers a range of topics, including religious accommodations in the workplace, the correct legal standards for discrimination claims, and the proper application of Bivens litigation. The hosts and guests discuss these cases' impact on federal employees and agencies and the broader implications for trust and accountability in the federal government. This episode of FEDtalk explores various aspects of employee removal processes, the consequences of incorrect legal standards, the importance of upholding individual rights, transparency and accountability in federal agencies, limitations on agency authority, and challenges to unconstitutional agency structures.
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FEDtalk explores current issues of importance to federal employees and those interested in the federal sector. From federal agencies to Capitol Hill, we bring in experts from across the federal community to bring listeners inside the issues. If you’re interested in pitching a topic or joining as a guest, email our producer Natalia Castro at ncastro@shawbransford.com.
