{"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":120,"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":"2026-09-22T06:24:20.779018+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ground-floor-government-7436219"},"episode":{"title":"The Vital Role of a Deputy Clerk (with Bryson Behm) | Ep. 96","slug":"the-vital-role-of-a-deputy-clerk-with-bryson-behm-ep-96","published_at":"2026-07-24T19:45:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ground-floor-government-7436219/the-vital-role-of-a-deputy-clerk-with-bryson-behm-ep-96","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ground-floor-government-7436219","url":"https://phonelive.captivate.fm","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3b2decea-ca95-4042-9c47-c49872f7f588.mp3","summary":"Summary In this conversation, Bryson Behm, the County Clerk of Cache County, Utah, shares his journey in local government, discussing the various career paths available, the role of a deputy clerk, and the challenges faced in navigating budgets and public service. He emphasizes the importance of communication, record-keeping, and the impact of local government on the community. Bryson also encourages young professionals to consider careers in local government for their potential for growth and community engagement. Ready to explore your own local government career options? Download this free guide on how to transition into a successful career in local government: https://icma.org/documents/breaking-local-government-guidebook-career-transitions Takeaways Career paths in local government can be diverse and rewarding. The role of a deputy clerk is crucial and public-facing. Navigating political changes can be challenging for public employees. Budgeting is a significant aspect of local government operations. Communication skills are essential for mediating between departments. Record keeping is vital for transparency and accountability. Local government offers opportunities for professional growth. Young professionals can make a significant impact in local government. Public service is often a thankless job but rewarding. Building trust in government is essential for community relations.","meta_description":"Summary In this conversation, Bryson Behm, the County Clerk of Cache County, Utah, shares his journey in local government, discussing the various career p…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1133,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/ground-floor-government-7436219/episodes/the-vital-role-of-a-deputy-clerk-with-bryson-behm-ep-96/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/the-vital-role-of-a-deputy-clerk-with-bryson-behm-ep-96.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}