Back in Session: A DMGS Podcast
by Duane Morris Government Strategies
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About this podcast
Welcome to "Back in Session," a podcast focused on exploring various state-level policies and legislation shaping our nation, one state at a time. Join our hosts, Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara from Duane Morris Government Strategies, as they engage a diverse range of guests to bring you behind the scenes of the legislative process.
Whether you are a policy wonk looking to dive into recent legislative developments, or a curious citizen interested in getting to learn more about the issues in your state and beyond, "Back in Session" is the podcast for you. Each episode offers fresh perspectives, shedding light on challenges and opportunities that shape policy landscapes in states around the country.
Subscribe now to stay informed on the always- evolving policy landscape in states around the country.
Episodes
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- The Kentucky Playbook: A Conversation on Legislating with Rep. Vanessa Grossl · 45 min · Season 4 Episode 1Kentucky State Representative Vanessa Grossl joins hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara to talk about her extensive background experience that led her to the statehouse, including…
- Inside the Work of the Susquehanna River Basin Commission with Drew Dehoff and Stacey Hanrahan · 38 min · Season 3 Episode 16In this episode of Back In Session, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara dive deep into the work of the Susquehanna River Basin Commission (SRBC) with guests Drew Dehoff and Stacey…
- Budget Delays, Big Impacts: Anne Gingerich From PANO on What’s at Stake for Nonprofits in Pennsylvania · 34 min · Season 3 Episode 15In this episode of Back in Session, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara speak with Anne Gingerich, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit Organizations…
- Assemblyman Mike Inganamort: Leading the Small Town Rescue in NJ · 36 min · Season 3 Episode 14In this episode of Back in Session, Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara welcome New Jersey Assemblyman Mike Inganamort for a wide-ranging and energizing conversation about life in the…
- Inside the Vault: Unclaimed Property, 529 Plans & PA’s Fiscal Health with PA Treasurer Stacy Garrity · 32 min · Season 3 Episode 13In this episode of Back in Session, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara sit down with Pennsylvania State Treasurer Stacey Garrity for a wide-ranging conversation. From her 30-year…
- Shaping Strategy at DMGS: Welcoming Newest Team Members Anne Dudro and Luc Montminy · 1 h 11 min · Season 3 Episode 12In this episode of Back in Session, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara welcome Anne Dudro and Luc Montminy, the newest members of Duane Morris Government Strategies. From policy…
- From Montana to Harrisburg: Catching Up With Former MT Rep. Mallerie Stromswold · 53 min · Season 3 Episode 11Mallerie Stromswold made headlines as one of the youngest state legislators in the country when she won a Montana House seat while still a teenager. Now, she’s serving in a…
- Pennsylvania's Policy Playbook: House GOP Chairman David Rowe on Reforms and Red Tape · 42 min · Season 3 Episode 10Join hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara on this episode of the Back in Session podcast as they chat with Pennsylvania State Representative David Rowe, Chairman of the House…
- Delving Into AI: The Future of Public Affairs with Jeff Berkowitz · 36 min · Season 3 Episode 9In this episode of Back in Session, the Ryans sit down with Jeff Berkowitz, founder and CEO of Delve, for an in-depth conversation on how artificial intelligence is transforming…
- Inside the Office: Auditing Pennsylvania with Hayden Rigo · 26 min · Season 3 Episode 8What exactly does the Pennsylvania Auditor General do—and why should you care? Deputy Chief of Staff Hayden Rigo joins the Back in Session podcast to demystify the work of this…
- The End of the Line: New Jersey’s Primary Recap with Micah Rasmussen · 51 min · Season 3 Episode 7In this solo-hosted episode of Back in Session, Ryan Stevens welcomes back Micah Rasmussen from Rider University’s Rebovich Institute for an in-depth breakdown of New Jersey’s…
- Reading Is Ready: Local Leadership, Big Impact, and Relentless Optimism with Jack Gombach · 23 min · Season 3 Episode 6In this special local government edition of Back in Session, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara sit down with Jack Gombach, Managing Director of the City of Reading…
- Driving Change: Senator Brendan Crighton on Issues Facing Massachusetts in 2025 · 43 min · Season 3 Episode 5In this episode of the Back in Session Podcast, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara welcome Massachusetts State Senator Brendan Crighton. The discussion dives into Crighton’s…
- Leveling Up Advocacy: Inside the Video Game Industry with ESA's Andrew O'Connor · 34 min · Season 3 Episode 4In this episode of the Back in Session podcast, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara sit down with Andrew O'Connor from the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) to explore the…
- Calling Balls and Strikes with PA House GOP Leader Jesse Topper · 30 min · Season 3 Episode 3Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Jesse Topper steps up to the plate on this episode of Back in Session to talk about PA's economy, energy policy, and the GOP’s 2025…
- Legislating in a Divided Pennsylvania: State Rep. Schlossberg on Policy, Politics & Progress · 31 min · Season 3 Episode 2What’s it like to govern in one of the most politically divided states? PA State Rep. Mike Schlossberg joins Back in Session to discuss mental health reform, education funding…
- Kicking off 2025 by Navigating Multi-State Lobbying with Kristen Casimir · 39 min · Season 3 Episode 1The Back in Session podcast kicks off 2025 with a deep dive into multi-state lobbying and government affairs. Hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara sit down with Kristen Casimir, a…
- Refining Energy Policies with PBF's Brendan Williams · 1 h 3 min · Season 2 Episode 14In this episode of The Back in Session Podcast, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara are joined by Brendan Williams from PBF Energy. They delve into the state of energy policy, the…
- Rep. Bryan Posthumus on the Mission for Michigan: Policies to Shape Michigan's Future · 43 min · Season 2 Episode 13In this episode of the Back in Session podcast, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara sit down with Michigan State Representative Bryan Posthumus to explore the key issues shaping…
- Behind the Podium: Insights From Jean Cantrell & Dan Felton On Their Experiences With The Commission on Presidential Debates · 53 min · Season 2 Episode 12Ever wondered what goes into organizing a U.S. presidential debate? In this episode of Back in Session, Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara sit down with Jean Cantrell and Dan Felton…
