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Building AI-First Government: Data Strategy, Workforce Readiness, and Smarter Regulation

Artificial intelligence is transforming how federal agencies manage data, develop their workforce, and deliver mission outcomes. On this episode of Fed Gov Today, three technology leaders discuss responsible AI adoption across government. Jesus Caban, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at the Defense Health Agency, explains how strong data governance and workforce education support DHA's AI-first strategy. Chris Wilson of Udemy explores why continuous AI literacy is essential for federal employees. Caroline Carusone, Chief AI Officer at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, shares how the NRC is improving efficiency with AI while keeping human expertise at the center of every safety and licensing decision.

How the Defense Health Agency is Building the Data Foundation for an AI-First Organization

Is this the End of FEVS?

Department of Energy Expands Enterprise AI with Joulix and Quanta

DOE continues expanding its enterprise artificial intelligence capabilities by combining user feedback, strong governance, and secure data management, according to Bridget Carper Arnone
How FedRAMP Is Changing Forever: The Cloud Security Mistakes Every Federal Agency Must Avoid

GAO's Dave Hinchman says federal agencies have an opportunity to strengthen cloud security as cloud adoption continues to accelerate across government
Building an AI Workforce That Innovates Alongside the Mission

Artificial intelligence is becoming part of every aspect of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency's mission, and Michelle Aten says success depends as much on people as on technology.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

AI Modernization, Critical Infrastructure Security, and Enterprise Innovation Across Government

Explore how the Secret Service, Maximus, and the Department of Energy use AI, cybersecurity, and modernization to strengthen government missions.

How AI, Modern Security, and Cross-Agency Partnerships Are Reshaping Federal Missions

Federal leaders discuss AI adoption, cybersecurity modernization, and cross-agency efforts to combat cryptocurrency fraud.

State Department Expands AI Adoption While Agencies Look to Defense for Cyber Lessons

State Department AI adoption accelerates while agencies borrow Pentagon cyber strategies to improve security, efficiency, and mission delivery.

The Pentagon's AI Arsenal: The Four-Pillar Plan to Transform Defense Technology

Amentum CTO Jill Bruning and Pentagon CIO Kirstjen Davies discuss AI, cybersecurity, modernization, workforce readiness, and mission delivery.

Leadership Perspectives on Cyber Resilience, AI Modernization, and Defense Innovation

CISA unveils a new cyber resilience strategy, Forward Networks tackles AI-driven complexity, and Army FUZE accelerates innovation.

Fed Gov Today on Location

Building Better Government Experiences Through Data, Trust, AI and Service Delivery

Government agencies are under pressure to deliver services that are easier to access, faster to complete, more secure and more responsive to the people they serve. This episode of Innovation in Government, recorded at theGovExperience Summit, explores how federal, state and industry leaders are approaching that challenge through acquisition modernization, communications, data governance, artificial intelligence, trusted security practices, collaboration platforms and accessible digital service delivery.

Innovation in Government: Cyber Frontlines — Zero Trust, AI, and the Future of Defens

Innovation in Government: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Public Sector Performance

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Listen to the Fed Gov Today Podcasts

The End of FEVS? What OPM's Big Change Means for Every Federal Agency

Former OPM leader Steve Krauss explains how agencies can turn employee surveys into actionable workforce data as OPM reshapes the future of FEVS.

How the Navy Is Using 360-Degree Tech to Cut Maintenance Delays and Boost Fleet Readiness

Discover how the Navy uses 360° imaging and AI-ready technology to inspect ships faster, improve maintenance planning, and boost fleet readiness.

How FedRAMP Is Changing Forever: The Cloud Security Mistakes Every Federal Agency Must Avoid

GAO's Dave Hinchman explains FedRAMP changes, cloud security gaps, and what every federal agency must do to strengthen cyber defenses.

Inside the Army’s Secret Innovation Engine: How Soldiers Are Rewriting Procurement in Real Time

Army innovation moves faster with the Joint Innovation Outpost. Col. Tom Monaghan explains connecting soldiers, industry and acquisition.

Inside the VA’s Bold Plan to Modernize National Cemeteries — and Why Only 18% of Veterans Use Them

VA’s Sam Brown discusses modernization, veteran burial benefits, and how NCA improves service for veterans and their families.

Modernizing Government

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Financing the Future: From Acquisition to Execution in the Digital Era

Rear Adm. Mike Campbell, Director of Systems Integration and Chief Engineer for the U.S. Coast Guard, discusses the service’s historic investment in cutters, aircraft, technology, cyber capabilities and shore infrastructure. He also explains how the Coast Guard is reorganizing around the full system life cycle—from requirements and acquisition through deployment, sustainment and disposal.

Bobby Hart, Partner at EY, examines what it takes to turn technology investments into lasting enterprise transformation. He explains why successful modernization depends on leadership, governance, workforce engagement, business-process change and reliable data—not technology alone.

Smashing Silos: The Law Enforcement Intelligence Revolution

How federal law enforcement agencies are transforming their operations through advanced data management, modern technology, and organizational innovation.

The Intelligent Border: Fast. Agile. Secure

This episode explores how data, cloud, and emerging technologies are reshaping the mission of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the federal government at large.

Presented by EY

Navigating the Four Futures of Government AI

Amy Jones, EY’s U.S. Public Sector AI Lead
Transforming the CFO Function

Sherlonda Goode-Jones, Government and Public Sector Growth and Solutions Leader
SOF Week 2026

Amy Fenstermacher, Global Grants Technology Leader

Custom Programming

In Depth Series

Audit Readiness: In Depth

The latest edition of Audit Readiness: In Depth, sponsored by KPMG, takes a close look at the War Department’s ongoing journey toward achieving and sustaining clean audit opinions.
AI & Automation: In Depth

AI & Automation: In Depth, sponsored by Microsoft, brings together federal and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence and automation are reshaping government operations, research, and service delivery.
Cloud Security: In Depth

In this special In Depth edition of Fed Gov Today, sponsored by Cisco, government and industry leaders break down what it really takes to protect the cloud in high-stakes, mission-driven environments.
Zero Trust: In Depth - Navigating the Federal Government’s Cybersecurity Evolution

In this special program, sponsored by Booz Allen, Francis Rose talks with cybersecurity leaders from DISA, the State Department, GAO, and Booz Allen about the progress agencies are making, the challenges they’re facing, and the strategies that will define the future of Zero Trust across government.