Capitol Spotlight

Today's topics: Serving as Parliamentarian for the House of Representatives, learning 435 names, what's changed on the Hill since 1989, finding a work-life balance, and the best hiking spots. Tom Wickham, Vice President of Government Affairs for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, sits down for a chat!

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Today's Topics: Speechwriting for Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, the Harris Campaign, and Fenway, and finding the best burger in America. Aaron Bennett, Senior Speechwriter at Fenway, joins the show!

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Today's Topics: Advance work – the best kept secret in town, international travels for the first Trump Admin, spending time outdoors, and being a "car guy" inside and outside of work. Mike Watson, Director of Federal Relations for the American Petroleum Institute, joins the show!

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Today's topics: Behind-the-scenes at Punchbowl News, covering the Hill, the ins and outs of newsletter writing, and some political speculation. Heather Caygle, Managing Editor at Punchbowl News, takes the spotlight.

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Today's topics: Congressional Management Foundation, resources and opportunities, the Democracy Awards, innovation on the Hill, and efficiency in your office. Jen Daulby, Chief Executive Officer of the Congressional Management Foundation, joins Capitol Spotlight!

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Today's topics: The purpose behind STATION DC, building a business, having a growth mindset, and risk tolerance in D.C. James Barlia, Executive Director of STATION DC, joins the show!

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Today's topics: Writing a book, growing up outside of Gary, IN, finding your vocation, and facing adversity. Robert Ordway, Senior Policy Advisor for Indiana Governor Mike Braun, shares his story.

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Today's topics: Memories as the Press Secretary for former First Lady Jill Biden, presidential campaign life during the pandemic, and White House comms. Michael LaRosa, Partner at Ballard Partners, joins Capitol Spotlight to share some stories!

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Today's topics: National park adventures, trips to Scotland, small victories, and being a part-owner of the Greenbay Packers. Scott Rausch, Hill veteran and proud Wisconsinite, joins the show!

Get to know more about Scott in his previous Staffer Spotlight article (May 2024).

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Today's Topics: Growing up as a preacher's kid, having a twin sister, helping others, and finding community. Javonni Ayers, Legislative Assistant for the House Ways and Means Committee and President of Congressional Black Associates, joins the show!

Read Javonni's Staffer Spotlight (Oct. 2023)

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