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In this episode of Back in Session, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara welcome Anne Dudro and Luc Montminy, the newest members of Duane Morris Government Strategies. From policy consulting to working at the White House and on Canadian political campaigns, Anne and Luc bring decades of experience in government affairs. They share their journeys, lessons from the trenches of politics and government, expert advice for anyone looking to break into the world of policy and lobbying, and highlight some of the issues they cover at DMGS.
It’s a conversation filled with stories, strategy, and a few good laughs — including why fantasy baseball rivalries matter and how a president once fixed a doorstopper mid-conversation.
Plus, the Ryans learn on air about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement, making this possibly the first government affairs podcast to cover the breaking news.
Learn more about Anne and Luc:
In this episode of Back in Session, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara welcome Anne Dudro and Luc Montminy, the newest members of Duane Morris Government Strategies. From policy consulting to working at the White House and on Canadian political campaigns, Anne and Luc bring decades of experience in government affairs. They share their journeys, lessons from the trenches of politics and government, expert advice for anyone looking to break into the world of policy and lobbying, and highlight some of the issues they cover at DMGS.
It’s a conversation filled with stories, strategy, and a few good laughs — including why fantasy baseball rivalries matter and how a president once fixed a doorstopper mid-conversation.
Plus, the Ryans learn on air about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement, making this possibly the first government affairs podcast to cover the breaking news.
🎯 Highlights:
📌 The Roads to DMGS
- Anne and Luc explain how they ended up at DMGS and what they’ve enjoyed so far about being on the team — and what issues they’re tackling for clients.
📌 Inside the Bush White House
- Anne discusses working in the Office of Speechwriting — including how she helped improve presidential acknowledgments and witnessed unscripted presidential moments.
📌 Campaigning in Canada
- Luc compares Canadian and U.S. politics, revealing stark differences in campaign structure, election laws, and political culture.
📌 From Internships to Influence
- Advice flows freely for anyone looking to enter the field — including the power of internships, networking, and starting local.
📌 Kids and Politics
- Fun family moments surface as Anne and Luc share how their kids perceive their careers in government affairs consulting — sometimes with hilarious misunderstandings.
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