Welcome to “Back in Session,” a podcast focused on exploring various state-level policies and legislation shaping our nation, one state at a time. Join our hosts, Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara from Duane Morris Government Strategies, as they engage a diverse range of guests to bring you behind the scenes of the legislative process.
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What exactly does the Pennsylvania Auditor General do—and why should you care? Deputy Chief of Staff Hayden Rigo joins the Back in Session podcast to demystify the work of this essential state office. Learn how audits protect taxpayer dollars, how Rigo’s lobbying past informs his present role, and what priorities shape the office’s future under Tim DeFoor. A must-listen for anyone curious about government transparency and good governance in Pennsylvania.
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What exactly does the Pennsylvania Auditor General do—and why should you care? Deputy Chief of Staff Hayden Rigo joins the Back in Session podcast to demystify the work of this essential state office. Learn how audits protect taxpayer dollars, how Rigo’s lobbying past informs his present role, and what priorities shape the office’s future under Tim DeFoor. A must-listen for anyone curious about government transparency and good governance in Pennsylvania.
Understanding the Role of Pennsylvania’s Auditor General
Key Highlights:
- What the Auditor General’s office actually does.
- Differences between lobbying and public sector service.
- Shifting the office culture from legacy stagnation to dynamic engagement.
- Plans for term two: recruitment, modernization, and better audits.
- Hayden’s favorite Harrisburg lunch spot: Alvaro’s!
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