{"podcast":{"title":"Ground Floor Government","slug":"ground-floor-government-7436219","podcast_index_feed_id":7436219,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/phonelive/","website_url":"https://phonelive.captivate.fm","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/abcc3168-2607-4e42-b503-249fe0f5a08e/lYp3grs3bQMt5MSDA5X8ULKG.jpg","author":"PhoneLive.io","episode_count":96,"summary":"Ground Floor Government is the podcast for the people who make local government work—behind the scenes. Hosted by David Plappert, founder of PhoneLive.io, this show gives city and county clerks, IT leads, communication pros, and public servants their time at the mic. ㅤ Each week, we dig into what really keeps cities and counties running—last-minute meeting prep, tech shifts, team leadership, and the quiet but essential work of transparency and public service. If you’ve ever hit publish on a public notice, stayed late to prep a meeting, or solved a problem no one even saw coming, this show is for you.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-23T08:19:55.001303+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ground-floor-government-7436219"},"episode":{"title":"From Music to Local Government (with Rick Dave) | Ep. 87","slug":"from-music-to-local-government-with-rick-dave-ep-87","published_at":"2026-07-03T17:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ground-floor-government-7436219/from-music-to-local-government-with-rick-dave-ep-87","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ground-floor-government-7436219","url":"https://phonelive.captivate.fm","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/37b9b022-dba6-4708-bc95-db6c39b301f5.mp3","summary":"Summary In this episode, Hugh Plappert interviews Rick Dave, an IT technician in local government, exploring his journey from a music background to a career in local government technology. Rick shares insights on the impact of local government on communities, the importance of technology and people skills, and how he navigates challenges in his role. He emphasizes the need for continuous learning and adaptation in a fast-paced environment, while also discussing the future of AV projects and the importance of accessibility in government services. Takeaways Rick's journey began with music, leading to a career in AV and IT. Local government has a significant impact on community well-being. Technology in local government requires creativity and resourcefulness. People skills are essential for working in local government. Understanding regulations is crucial for implementing new technology. Documentation is key for ensuring continuity in government operations. Rick values the trust placed in him to expand his role. The future of AV projects in local government looks promising. Continuous learning is vital in the fast-evolving tech landscape. Networking and seeking help from others can enhance career growth.","meta_description":"Summary In this episode, Hugh Plappert interviews Rick Dave, an IT technician in local government, exploring his journey from a music background to a care…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1176,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/ground-floor-government-7436219/episodes/from-music-to-local-government-with-rick-dave-ep-87/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ground-floor-government-7436219/from-music-to-local-government-with-rick-dave-ep-87.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}