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No BS Bureaucracy

By: Mark Wheeler and Mike Sarasti
  • Summary

  • Welcome to "No BS Bureaucracy," your entertaining guide to local government technology and policy. Hosted by Mike Sarasti and Mark Wheeler, two former big-city CIOs who are anything but typical tech guys, this podcast ditches dry formalities for real talk about what works versus what’s just hype. Mike and Mark break it down with a blend of hard-earned wisdom and humor that’s more John Oliver than a civics teacher who’s given up caffeine.


    Mike, Miami’s first Chief Innovation Officer, and Mark, Philly’s first Chief Geographic Information Officer, aren't just any bureaucrats—they’re creatives and community builders who found their way into technology. Mike’s a musician in the indie electronic/alt-pop band Raker, and Mark’s an improv actor, so you know things won’t be boring. Their unique blend of expertise and creativity makes for lively and always insightful conversations. Think of a "Real Time with Bill Maher" panel with Leslie Knope from “Parks and Recreation,” but suitable for work!


    Join Mike and Mark as they break down the topics of the day: AI, Govtech, smart cities, innovation, data privacy, digital ID, digital transformation, leadership, people and process, and more. They tackle serious topics with a relaxed, engaging tone, but with a touch of snark. Expect candid discussions with civil servants about making a difference, successes and failures, and advice for policy makers and technologists.


    If you’re into making local government better, whether you’re a politician, technology leader, or just someone who cares, "No BS Bureaucracy" is for you. Tune in, learn something new, and have a good time doing it.


    (theme music, “Hologram” by Raker)

    Follow Mark and Mike on LinkedIn, and Raker Instagram:
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/markwheelerphl/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarasti/
    @rakermusic https://www.instagram.com/rakermusic

    © 2024 No BS Bureaucracy
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Episodes
  • Portable Digital IDs and the City - Ready or Not?
    Jul 6 2024

    The pilot episode! The ex-CIOs are “unleashed” and talk about the state of innovation leadership in local government (whose job is it really?) and delve into the value of digital IDs and state-issued mobile driver licenses (mDLs) to cities. They discuss how different approaches to digital ID can seamlessly, and securely, unlock municipal services for residents. Mike provides details on a recent project exploring emergency relief payments with decentralized IDs and verifiable credentials. Mark answers the question, how do local governments get ready for the adoption of portable digital IDs and mDLs?

    Plus

    • Recap their digital ID panel at Smart Cities Connect with guest speakers and digital ID experts from Socure, Ying, and Spruce ID.
    • Hot topics at the recent Smart Cities Connect conference in Raleigh, NC.
    • Highlights from the local music scene - the Sweeping Promises show in downtown Raleigh.

    Thanks to local Philly actor Earl Grant for his voice on Translator Gator.


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    40 mins

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