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In this episode of Policy Chats, Colonel David M. Gunty joins hosts Dori Pham and Ari Chung to discuss the intersection of U.S. foreign policy, military operations, and emerging technology. The discussion introduces the...
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Policy Chats
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Join us for chats with various voices in the public policy world about today's most pressing societal issues. This podcast is a production of the School of Public Policy at the University of California, Riverside.
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What is Policy Chats about?
Join us for chats with various voices in the public policy world about today's most pressing societal issues. This podcast is a production of the School of Public Policy at the University of California, Riverside.
What has Policy Chats covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Inside the MQ-9A: The Role of Remotely Piloted Aircraft & the Future of Technology in the 163d Attack Wing" (4 August 2026, 37 minutes), "A Strong, Prosperous, and Independent Vietnam: Diplomacy with Ambassador Ted Osius" (22 June 2026, 64 minutes), and "The Art of Diplomacy: Balancing Crisis and Long-Term Partnership" (5 June 2026, 55 minutes).
How often does Policy Chats publish?
Policy Chats publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 48 minutes across 119 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Policy Chats?
Booking probability for Policy Chats is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Policy Chats requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Policy Chats's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for Policy Chats are Government & Politics. Policy Chats has a news audience and around 730 subscribers on YouTube.
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Recent episodes
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Jun 22, 20261h 4mS7In this episode of Policy Chats, Former U.S. Ambassador Ted Osius joins host Dori Pham to discuss the evolution of U.S.–Vietnam relations, the enduring process of reconciliation, and the opportunities and challenges...
Jun 5, 202655 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, Former US Ambassador Barbara K. Bodine joins hosts Dori Pham and Ari Chung to discuss the inner workings of U.S. foreign policymaking, the value of diplomacy and local expertise, crisis...
Episode #19
Diplomacy Beyond the Headlines: Ambassador Ronald Neumann on Conflict, Trust, & U.S. Foreign Policy
May 11, 202635 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, Ambassador Ronald Neumann joins host Dori Pham and Liam Burley to discuss diplomacy in conflict environments. Drawing on his experience as U.S. Ambassador to Algeria, Bahrain, and...
May 4, 202651 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, Nick Maduros joins host Dori Pham to discuss how California is modernizing state government and improving public service delivery. Drawing on his leadership experience, he highlights the...
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Apr 28, 202645 minIn this episode of Policy Chats, Mark Takano joins host Dori Pham to discuss his journey from educator to policymaker and how his background shapes his approach to public service. Drawing on over two decades as a public...
Apr 20, 202648 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, Thomas Countryman joins host Dori Pham to discuss his career in diplomacy and the realities of nuclear arms control policymaking. Drawing on his experience as Assistant Secretary of...
Apr 13, 202634 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, Ambassador Jeffrey DeLaurentis joins host Dori Pham to discuss his career in diplomacy and key moments in U.S. foreign policy. Drawing on his experience in Cuba and at the United...
Apr 3, 202647 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, Erin Edwards, Executive Director of Blue Zones Project Riverside, joins Dean Mark Long, host Dori Pham and Shivani Narang to discuss how place based policy and community design shape...
Mar 9, 202654 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, Shaka Mitchell, Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children, sits down with host Dori Pham to discuss education policy and the role of school choice in expanding opportunity...
Mar 2, 202647 minS8In this episode of Policy Chats, host Dori Pham sits down with Professor Babcock, Associate Dean and Professor at the UC Riverside School of Public Policy, to discuss liberalism, economic reasoning, and the changing...
Feb 23, 202649 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, host Dori Pham sits down with Professor Wei Guo, Associate Professor at the UCR School of Public Policy, to discuss how climate related disasters strain state and local public finances...
Feb 14, 202649 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, Professor Jennifer Gaudette joins host Dori Pham to discuss polarization in local politics and how voters make decisions in nonpartisan elections with limited information. She explains...
Jan 5, 202657 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, Congressman Jay Obernolte joins host Dori Pham and guest co host Lloyd Levine for an in depth conversation on artificial intelligence policy, innovation, and democratic governance...
Episode #7
Building a Fair and Abundant Justice System How Courts Shape Opportunity and Public Confidence
Dec 31, 202559 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, former Chief Justice of California Tani Cantil Sakauye joins hosts Dori Pham and Jaz Williams for a wide ranging conversation on how courts can strengthen a thriving, prosperous, and...
Dec 22, 202547 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, host Dori Pham sits down with Riverside City Councilmember Clarissa Cervantes for a conversation about what it takes to build abundant, welcoming communities at the local level. From...
Nov 18, 20251h 8mS7In this episode, Graham Steele, former Assistant Secretary for Financial Institutions at the U.S. Treasury and current academic fellow at Stanford Law School, discusses the implications of cryptocurrency and blockchain...
Oct 26, 202541 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, Host Dori Pham and Paula Omokhomion joins California State Treasurer Fiona Ma for a thoughtful conversation about how the state’s financial decisions shape the future of public higher...
Oct 12, 202556 minS7In this episode, Dr. Kevin Esterling, Professor of Political Science and Public Policy at UC Riverside, talks with the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about using technology to make public meetings more inclusive...
Sep 20, 202525 minS7In this episode of Policy Chats, Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson of California's 60th Assembly District sit down with hosts Dori Pham and Rachel Strausman. Together, they explore his journey from founding SBX Youth and...
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Shaka Mitchell
Nashville-based lawyer, facilitator and national leader in education reform policy, American Federation for Children
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Laura Robinson
Emmy-nominated creator, author, speaker, songwriter, Web + Flo
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Joe Feldman
founder and CEO, Crescendo Education Group
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Jennifer Pahlka
publisher of the Substack newsletter Eating Policy, U.S. Digital Response
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