From his run for class president in 3rd grade to forming a third-party political party in New York state, John Opdycke is no stranger to disrupting the political system. In this episode, we hear from John about the value of independent voters and how open primaries - in its many forms - can be a catalyst for improving not just our politics but our government as a whole.  Visit Open Primaries to learn more.

(Originally aired 8/13/2021)

From his run for class president in 3rd grade to forming a third-party political party in New York state, John Opdycke is no stranger to disrupting the political system. In this episode, we hear from John about the value of independent voters and how open primaries - in its many forms - can be a catalyst for improving not just our politics but our government as a whole.  Visit <a href="http://openprimaries.org">Open Primaries</a> to learn more.
(Originally aired 8/13/2021)

Hear from the people, organizations, and movements that are working to reform American democracy into a more perfect union.

The National Association of Nonpartisan Reformers (NANR) is a member-led Association dedicated to structural election reforms in the public interest. We provide support to our member organizations through shared resources, best practices, and regular convening.

What unites us is being pro-voter, not anti-party. We favor a robust competition of numerous political parties and independents, and a level playing field on which that can occur.

Hear from the people, organizations, and movements that are working to reform American democracy into a more perfect union.
The National Association of Nonpartisan Reformers (NANR) is a member-led Association dedicated to structural election reforms in the public interest. We provide support to our member organizations through shared resources, best practices, and regular convening.
What unites us is being pro-voter, not anti-party. We favor a robust competition of numerous political parties and independents, and a level playing field on which that can occur.

How to Win Friends and Save the Republic

Hear from the people, organizations, and movements that are working to reform American democracy into a more perfect union.

The National Association of Nonpartisan Reformers (NANR) is a member-led Association dedicated to structural election reforms in the public interest. We provide support to our member organizations through shared resources, best practices, and regular convening.

What unites us is being pro-voter, not anti-party. We favor a robust competition of numerous political parties and independents, and a level playing field on which that can occur.

 

Hear from the people, organizations, and movements that are working to reform American democracy into a more perfect union.
The National Association of Nonpartisan Reformers (NANR) is a member-led Association dedicated to structural election reforms in the public interest. We provide support to our member organizations through shared resources, best practices, and regular convening.
What unites us is being pro-voter, not anti-party. We favor a robust competition of numerous political parties and independents, and a level playing field on which that can occur.
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What exactly do we mean by “open primaries?” (with John Opdycke)

Stephen B. Walker is a law enforcement veteran and lifelong activist in the areas of child protection and crime prevention. He is currently the director of Governmental Affairs for the California Correctional Peace Officers Association (CCPOA). Prior to this, he worked within the California Youth Authority for 26 years as a youth correctional officer. He also served as a jet mechanic and plane captain in United States Marine Corp. Stephen currently serves as vice chair for Protect, a national non-profit dedicated to protect children from physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, is the President and founding member of Minorities In Law Enforcement 4 Kids (Mile4kids), is a board member of Child Abuse Prevention Center (CAPC) and is a founding member of the Governor’s Cup Foundation. He is also the host of Reason 55, a podcast that brings together diverse and determined people doing incredible work that helps to affect our world for the better. 

(Originally aired 08/07/2023)

Stephen B. Walker is a law enforcement veteran and lifelong activist in the areas of child protection and crime prevention. He is currently the director of Governmental Affairs for the California Correctional Peace Officers Association (CCPOA). Prior to this, he worked within the California Youth Authority for 26 years as a youth correctional officer. He also served as a jet mechanic and plane captain in United States Marine Corp. Stephen currently serves as vice chair for Protect, a national non-profit dedicated to protect children from physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, is the President and founding member of Minorities In Law Enforcement 4 Kids (Mile4kids), is a board member of Child Abuse Prevention Center (CAPC) and is a founding member of the Governor’s Cup Foundation. He is also the host of <a href="https://olasmedia.com/shows/reason-55">Reason 55</a>, a podcast that brings together diverse and determined people doing incredible work that helps to affect our world for the better. 
(Originally aired 08/07/2023)

The Reason for Reform (with Steph B)

Michael Mascioni is a writer, futurist, and conference producer focusing on digital media, technology, and innovation. His most recent book, entitled Reinventing Government through Political Entrepreneurship and Exponential Innovation, discusses programs and strategies of various non-partisan policy organizations and think tanks. 

(Originally aired 07/21/2023)

Michael Mascioni is a writer, futurist, and conference producer focusing on digital media, technology, and innovation. His most recent book, entitled <a href="https://amzn.to/431YfGe">Reinventing Government through Political Entrepreneurship and Exponential Innovation</a>, discusses programs and strategies of various non-partisan policy organizations and think tanks. 
(Originally aired 07/21/2023)

What does the future hold? (with Michael Mascioni)

Bill Shireman is a social entrepreneur, environmental policy innovator, and rare San Francisco Republican. He’s also the founder of Future500, a non-profit consultancy that builds trust between companies, advocates, investors, and philanthropists to advance business as a force for good.

(Originally aired 07/14/2023)

Bill Shireman is a social entrepreneur, environmental policy innovator, and rare San Francisco Republican. He’s also the founder of <a href="https://www.future500.org/">Future500</a>, a non-profit consultancy that builds trust between companies, advocates, investors, and philanthropists to advance business as a force for good.
(Originally aired 07/14/2023)

What exactly do we mean by “open primaries?” (with John Opdycke)

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