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"13th & Park" hosts insightful conversations with special guests covering a broad range of topics from politics and government, to technology, culture, economics and the media. Listeners eavesdrop on what feel like private conversations featuring the savviest and most highly regarded minds in the country. The show, co-hosted by media veterans Adam Goodman and Justin Sayfie, is produced by Ballard Partners in the Ballard Studios in Washington DC.
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Send us a text Congressman Dusty Johnson joins 13th & Park to discuss his decision to run for Governor of South Dakota and his vision for the state’s future at a pivotal moment for the country. Representing one of America’s most rural states, Johnson sits at the intersection of agriculture, energy, technology, and national security. In this wide-ranging conversation, he explains why food security is national security, how America can remain competitive with China, and why bipartisan coop...
Send us a text The chemical industry sits at the very beginning of America’s manufacturing supply chain — powering everything from energy and advanced manufacturing to AI, national defense, and everyday consumer products. In this episode of 13th & Park, Adam Goodman sits down with Chris Jahn, President and CEO of the American Chemistry Council, to break down why chemistry is foundational to American competitiveness, energy independence, and economic security. Jahn explains how U.S. chem...
Send us a text Congressman Byron Donalds, representing Florida's 19th district, joins 13th & Park for a wide-ranging and candid conversation about leadership, faith, economic policy, and his decision to run for Governor of Florida. From his background in finance and state government to his time in Congress, Donalds explains how economics, constitutional limits, and voter accountability guide his decision-making. He discusses why affordability has become the defining issue for Floridians ...
Send us a text Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt joins 13th & Park for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, federalism, business-minded governance, and the future of the American Dream. From his roots in Norman, Oklahoma, to building a successful private-sector career, to becoming one of the most prominent governors in the country, Stitt explains how entrepreneurial thinking shaped his approach to governing. He discusses why states function best as laboratories of democracy, how incent...
Send us a text U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin joins 13th & Park for a wide-ranging conversation on the forces shaping America’s future — from energy dominance and AI-driven power needs to tribal sovereignty, economic pressure on working families, and the personal story that forged his approach to public service. A Cherokee Nation citizen, rancher, and lifelong entrepreneur, Mullin discusses why Congress must recruit leaders with real-world experience, how permitting reform is holding back...
Send us a text Kristen Soltis Anderson — pollster, author, and Founding Partner of Echelon Insights — joins 13th & Park for a deeply analytical conversation on voter behavior, the national mood, and the political forces shaping America ahead of the 2026 midterms. Drawing on years of public opinion research, Kristen breaks down why voter anxiety is rising, where trust in institutions has collapsed, and which issues matter most to voters across generations. She explains the widening gap be...
Send us a text VA Secretary Doug Collins joins 13th & Park for a candid conversation about strengthening the Department of Veterans Affairs, improving access to care, and leading with a mission-first mindset shaped by his years as a pastor, chaplain, and member of Congress. Collins explains why “meeting veterans where they are” is at the center of his approach, and discusses how the VA is working to deliver faster, more reliable care through accountability, modernization, and a renewed f...
Send us a text Brian Ballard, founder and CEO of Ballard Partners, joins 13th & Park to kick off Season 4 with an inside look at how one of America’s most influential lobbying firms grew from its Florida roots into a national powerhouse. Ballard reflects on his early years in Tallahassee politics, his role as Chief of Staff to Governor Bob Martinez, and the high-stakes lessons learned during major reform and crisis moments in Florida government. He also shares the story of his decades-lo...
Send us a text Paul Auslander, President of Seabridge Private Wealth, joins 13th & Park for a conversation on money, mindset, and the discipline behind lasting financial success. Auslander breaks down the keys to generational wealth, financial literacy, and retirement planning, offering insight into how Americans can better prepare for their financial futures. He discusses the importance of education, the role of personal responsibility in investing, and how emotions often stand in the w...
Send us a text Robert Wexler, former Democratic Congressman and President of the Center for Middle East Peace, joins 13th & Park to discuss one of the most consequential diplomatic moments in recent history, the Gaza Peace Pact. Wexler unpacks how President Trump’s 20-point plan brought Israel, Arab nations, and global powers together to broker a ceasefire, return hostages, and lay the groundwork for long-term regional peace. He explains why he, a lifelong Democrat, called for Trump’s no...
Send us a text Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), joins 13th & Park to discuss the future of American health, the challenges of life expectancy, and the takeaways from COVID-19. Bhattacharya explains how the NIH can better support breakthroughs by reshaping incentives for scientists, strengthening replication, and investing in prevention. He highlights lessons from the pandemic, the need to rebuild public trust in science, and introduces his vision...
Send us a text Congresswoman Terri Sewell (AL-07) joins 13th & Park for a conversation that bridges America’s past and present. From her childhood in Selma, Alabama, to her leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives. Sewell reflects on the enduring legacy of the civil rights movement, the unfinished work of John Lewis, and her mission to restore and protect the Voting Rights Act of 1965. As the Ranking Member on the House Ways and Means Oversight Subcommittee and a leading voice in ...
Send us a text Having children remains one of life’s most personal and miraculous experiences — yet millions of Americans struggle to start families. On this episode of 13th & Park, Adam Goodman sits down with Dr. Mylene Yao, physician, scientist and CEO of Univfy, and Dr. Kaylen Silverberg, Medical Director of the Texas Fertility Center and Co-Chair of Americans for IVF, to discuss how AI, predictive analytics, and policy are transforming access to fertility care. Together, they explore...
Send us a text Mike Rogers, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, joins 13th & Park to discuss the future of America’s defense strategy and the new National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Rogers explains how the NDAA delivers pay raises for U.S. troops, invests in next-generation weapons, and accelerates the adoption of artificial intelligence in national security. He breaks down why America must modernize its Pentagon acquisition system, strengthen its nuclear triad, and re...
Send us a text Peter Navarro, Senior Advisor on Trade and Manufacturing to the White House, joins 13th & Park to discuss his new book, “I Went to Prison So You Won’t Have To: A Love and Lawfare Story in Trump Land.” Navarro shares behind-the-scenes stories from the Trump campaign trail, the dynamics of the West Wing across both terms, and his four months in federal prison. He opens up about his arrest at Reagan National Airport, what life was like behind bars at age 74, and how those exp...
Send us a text Copper isn’t just another metal—it’s the backbone of America’s energy, technology, and military future. In this episode of 13th & Park, Matthew Hornor, CEO of Falcon Copper, explains why copper is the new oil and how it underpins everything from AI data centers and electric vehicles to national defense systems like the F-35 and U.S. Navy carriers. Hornor details America’s urgent need to develop domestic copper mines and processing capacity to keep pace with global demand,...
Send us a text CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz joins 13th & Park to discuss the future of American health care, Medicare, and Medicaid. In this exclusive interview, Dr. Oz explains how CMS will fight fraud, waste, and abuse, implement the Big Beautiful Bill’s health care reforms, and expand preventive care to improve outcomes and lower costs. Dr. Oz shares his “Make America Healthy Again” vision, tackling issues like obesity, chronic disease, and rural hospital closures. He highlights ho...
Send us a text Chairman Jason Smith, the youngest Republican ever to lead the Ways and Means Committee, joins 13th & Park for an in-depth discussion on taxes, trade, health care, and America’s economic future. From his roots on a fourth-generation Missouri farm to chairing the only committee whose authority is written into the Constitution, Smith shares his journey and perspective on leading one of Washington’s most consequential committees. In this candid conversation, Smith discusses ...
Send us a text Former White House senior adviser May Davis Mailman joins 13th & Park for a candid conversation about her journey from modest roots in Kansas to the heart of national policy in the West Wing. Mailman reflects on her time serving in both Trump 1.0 and 2.0, what it takes to build trust inside the White House, and how she approaches leadership, public service, and difficult negotiations. She shares insights on higher education reform, women’s sports, campus culture, and the v...
Send us a text United States Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, an MIT-educated energy executive and architect of America’s shale revolution, joins 13th & Park to explore critical energy issues shaping today’s policy landscape. Wright shares insights on energy dominance, the need for 100 GW of new firm generation to power AI data centers, and how grid modernization, permitting reform, and diverse energy sources—from natural gas and nuclear to fusion and geothermal—are essential for afforda...
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