Matt Harder

Civic Trust Podcast

Government EN ↓ 3 episodes

Civic Trust Podcast is about bringing the topic of civic innovation to real people. We highlight the people, policies, and projects driving civic innovation now. We will have casual discussions about how governments and organizations are engaging their constituents in new ways, becoming more democratic, and leading the way in 21st century governance.

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Matt Harder

Episodes

S1 Ep3- The Real Mechanics of Participatory Budgeting, with Amir Farohki 09.07.2026 43:56

On the Civic Trust Podcast, host Matt Harder reconnects with Amir Farohki, former Atlanta City Council member and Civic Trust's first ever client. They revisit Downtown Decides, a million dollar transportation budget put to public vote, and Candler Park Decides, a successful park fund that collaborated with local non-profits. This episode digs deep into the real mechanics of running PB, fighting s...

S1 Ep2 - What Real Civic Engagement Looks Like, with Holly Russon Gilman 05.02.2026 47:56

On this episode of the Civic Trust Podcast , host Matt Harder speaks with Holly Russon Gilman, a leading voice in democratic innovation whose work spans from the White House, academia, and cities across the U.S. Holly shares her perspective on what’s actually working in civic engagement today, and why participatory budgeting stands out as a model that gives residents real power, not just a seat at...

S1 Ep1 - The Urgent Need to Upgrade Local Governments. Featuring Matt Harder 21.11.2025 30:50

Join host Alexander Lipka in conversation with Matt Harder, founder and CEO of Civic Trust, as they explore the origins and growth of Civic Trust, and their unique brand of Participatory Budgeting. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Civic Trust is making civic engagement more intuitive, rewarding, and impactful through technology. From lessons learned during the Occupy movement to groundbreaking...