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Sickle cell disease has devastated families for generations — causing chronic pain, repeated hospitalizations, and shortened lives. On this episode of 13th & Park, we explore a potential breakthrough that is redefining what’s possible for patients living with this severe genetic condition.

This conversation is hosted by Alison Anway, Chair of the Health Policy Group at Ballard Partners.

She is joined by David Meek, CEO of Genetix Biotherapeutics, and Stacey Rifkin, a nationally respected pediatric hematologist who has spent her career treating children with sickle cell disease.

Together, they disc...

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On this episode of 13th & Park, FDA Commissioner Marty Makary joins Adam Goodman and Alison to discuss rebuilding public trust in medicine, reforming the FDA, and accelerating life-saving innovation.

From challenging long-standing medical dogma to issuing national priority review vouchers that speed up breakthrough treatments, Dr. Makary outlines how the FDA is reducing review times, increasing transparency, and modernizing outdated regulatory models. He explains why Bayesian clinical trials matter, how food chemical loopholes are being addressed, and why restoring confidence in public health institutions is central to the agency’s mission.

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On this episode of 13th & Park, host Adam Goodman is joined by Fox Business News anchor Elizabeth MacDonald, the longtime journalist behind The Evening Edit.

MacDonald reflects on her career holding power to account—from Wall Street scandals and IRS investigations to Washington oversight and economic policy—and explains why asking why still matters in modern journalism. Drawing on decades of reporting at the intersection of markets, government, and everyday life, she discusses the responsibility journalists owe their audience, the danger of opinion-driven media, and how economic decisions in Washington shape real outc...

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Congressman Carlos Gimenez joins 13th & Park for a wide-ranging conversation on national security, China, communism, and the fight to defend freedom at home and abroad.

Born in Havana and raised in the shadow of communism, Gimenez brings a deeply personal perspective to today’s geopolitical challenges. He explains why the Chinese Communist Party represents the most serious threat to global freedom, how China’s Belt and Road Initiative is reshaping influence across the world, and why the United States can no longer afford complacency in its own hemisphere.

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There are very few roles in Washington where a decision made in the morning can change what Americans eat that night. As Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins sits at the center of that responsibility.

On this episode of 13th & Park, Secretary Rollins discusses her journey from rural Texas to the Cabinet, how her upbringing shaped her leadership philosophy, and why America’s farmers are central to food security, economic strength, and the future of rural communities.

The conversation explores the pressures facing today’s farm economy, the role of food poli...

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In this episode of 13th & Park, host Adam Goodman is joined in the Washington, D.C. studio by co-host Justin Sayfie, a Partner at Ballard Partners, for a wide-ranging conversation with Marc Caputo, White House reporter for Axios, who joins the show remotely from Miami.

Together, they examine how power is exercised inside the White House—and how it is covered in today’s rapidly evolving media environment. Drawing on decades of experience covering Florida politics, national campaigns, and multiple presidential administrations, Caputo explains what has changed inside the White House press corp...

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In this episode of 13th & Park, we sit down with Stephanie Haridopolos, physician and Chief of Staff to the Office of the U.S. Surgeon General, for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of American health and what it will take to reverse decades of chronic disease.

Dr. Haridopolos reflects on her journey from growing up as a patient with a congenital heart condition to practicing family medicine for more than two decades, and now serving at the highest levels of public health leadership. She explains how that experience shapes her patient-first...

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U.S. Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks joins 13th & Park for a wide-ranging conversation on Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, and the future of American health care reform.

A physician and decorated military veteran, Miller-Meeks offers a grounded national-security perspective on recent U.S. actions involving Venezuela, explaining why the Maduro regime poses a real threat tied to narco-terrorism, regional instability, and U.S. energy and security interests. Drawing on historical precedent, she outlines how these actions fit within long-standing American foreign policy and why they differ fundamentally from traditional sovereignty disputes.

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Former National Security Advisor K.T. McFarland joins 13th & Park for a wide-ranging, deeply informed conversation on the most consequential foreign-policy shift of our lifetime.

Drawing on decades of experience inside the Situation Room, McFarland explains why recent U.S. actions in Venezuela represent more than a regional intervention — they signal a fundamental reset of the global chessboard. She breaks down deterrence, leadership, and psychology in American power, and why the Western Hemisphere has once again become the central arena of great-power competition.

The discussion spans China, Iran, Russia, drug ca...

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Congressman Dusty Johnson joins 13th & Park to discuss his decision to run for Governor of South Dakota and his vision for the state’s future at a pivotal moment for the country.

Representing one of America’s most rural states, Johnson sits at the intersection of agriculture, energy, technology, and national security. In this wide-ranging conversation, he explains why food security is national security, how America can remain competitive with China, and why bipartisan cooperation is essential to rebuilding infrastructure, expanding energy capacity, and strengthening rural communities.

Johnson also outlines his...

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The chemical industry sits at the very beginning of America’s manufacturing supply chain — powering everything from energy and advanced manufacturing to AI, national defense, and everyday consumer products.

In this episode of 13th & Park, Adam Goodman sits down with Chris Jahn, President and CEO of the American Chemistry Council, to break down why chemistry is foundational to American competitiveness, energy independence, and economic security.

Jahn explains how U.S. chemistry enables innovation across AI, semiconductors, transportation, defense systems, and clean energy — and why overregulation, permitting delays, and rail consolidation now po...

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Congressman Byron Donalds, representing Florida's 19th district, joins 13th & Park for a wide-ranging and candid conversation about leadership, faith, economic policy, and his decision to run for Governor of Florida.

From his background in finance and state government to his time in Congress, Donalds explains how economics, constitutional limits, and voter accountability guide his decision-making. He discusses why affordability has become the defining issue for Floridians — touching on housing costs, insurance, taxes, and property ownership — and outlines his vision for keeping Florida competitive while protecting long-term opportunity for families and young people.
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Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt joins 13th & Park for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, federalism, business-minded governance, and the future of the American Dream.

From his roots in Norman, Oklahoma, to building a successful private-sector career, to becoming one of the most prominent governors in the country, Stitt explains how entrepreneurial thinking shaped his approach to governing. He discusses why states function best as laboratories of democracy, how incentives differ between government and the private sector, and why growth, affordability, and opportunity start at the state level—not in Washington.

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U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin joins 13th & Park for a wide-ranging conversation on the forces shaping America’s future — from energy dominance and AI-driven power needs to tribal sovereignty, economic pressure on working families, and the personal story that forged his approach to public service.

A Cherokee Nation citizen, rancher, and lifelong entrepreneur, Mullin discusses why Congress must recruit leaders with real-world experience, how permitting reform is holding back U.S. energy capacity, and why America’s ability to compete in the next era of data, defense, and AI depends on unleashing domest...

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Kristen Soltis Anderson — pollster, author, and Founding Partner of Echelon Insights — joins 13th & Park for a deeply analytical conversation on voter behavior, the national mood, and the political forces shaping America ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Drawing on years of public opinion research, Kristen breaks down why voter anxiety is rising, where trust in institutions has collapsed, and which issues matter most to voters across generations. She explains the widening gap between leaders and the electorate, how younger voters are consuming politics through an entirely different ecosystem, and why the cost-of-living crisis is rede...

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VA Secretary Doug Collins joins 13th & Park for a candid conversation about strengthening the Department of Veterans Affairs, improving access to care, and leading with a mission-first mindset shaped by his years as a pastor, chaplain, and member of Congress.

Collins explains why “meeting veterans where they are” is at the center of his approach, and discusses how the VA is working to deliver faster, more reliable care through accountability, modernization, and a renewed focus on the veteran experience. He also outlines the role of technology and AI in expanding access, improving bene...

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Brian Ballard, founder and CEO of Ballard Partners, joins 13th & Park to kick off Season 4 with an inside look at how one of America’s most influential lobbying firms grew from its Florida roots into a national powerhouse.

Ballard reflects on his early years in Tallahassee politics, his role as Chief of Staff to Governor Bob Martinez, and the high-stakes lessons learned during major reform and crisis moments in Florida government. He also shares the story of his decades-long relationship with Donald Trump, from their first correspondence to the political turning points th...

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Paul Auslander, President of Seabridge Private Wealth, joins 13th & Park for a conversation on money, mindset, and the discipline behind lasting financial success.

Auslander breaks down the keys to generational wealth, financial literacy, and retirement planning, offering insight into how Americans can better prepare for their financial futures. He discusses the importance of education, the role of personal responsibility in investing, and how emotions often stand in the way of smart financial decisions.

From navigating uncertain markets to understanding policy shifts that affect everyday investors, Auslander shares decades of experience...

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Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), joins 13th & Park to discuss the future of American health, the challenges of life expectancy, and the takeaways from COVID-19.

Bhattacharya explains how the NIH can better support breakthroughs by reshaping incentives for scientists, strengthening replication, and investing in prevention. He highlights lessons from the pandemic, the need to rebuild public trust in science, and introduces his vision for “Make America Healthy Again (MAHA),” focused on promoting longer, healthier lives.

From extending life expectancy to reforming research culture, Bhattacharya offe...

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Robert Wexler, former Democratic Congressman and President of the Center for Middle East Peace, joins 13th & Park to discuss one of the most consequential diplomatic moments in recent history, the Gaza Peace Pact.

Wexler unpacks how President Trump’s 20-point plan brought Israel, Arab nations, and global powers together to broker a ceasefire, return hostages, and lay the groundwork for long-term regional peace. He explains why he, a lifelong Democrat, called for Trump’s nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize and why bipartisan recognition is critical to sustaining progress in the Middle East...

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Congresswoman Terri Sewell (AL-07) joins 13th & Park for a conversation that bridges America’s past and present. From her childhood in Selma, Alabama, to her leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Sewell reflects on the enduring legacy of the civil rights movement, the unfinished work of John Lewis, and her mission to restore and protect the Voting Rights Act of 1965. As the Ranking Member on the House Ways and Means Oversight Subcommittee and a leading voice in the Congressional Black Caucus, she shares her vision for bipartisan cooperation, rural healthcare, an...

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Having children remains one of life’s most personal and miraculous experiences — yet millions of Americans struggle to start families. On this episode of 13th & Park, Adam Goodman sits down with Dr. Mylene Yao, physician, scientist and CEO of Univfy, and Dr. Kaylen Silverberg, Medical Director of the Texas Fertility Center and Co-Chair of Americans for IVF, to discuss how AI, predictive analytics, and policy are transforming access to fertility care.

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- Why access and insurance coverage remain the bigg...

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Mike Rogers, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, joins 13th & Park to discuss the future of America’s defense strategy and the new National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

Rogers explains how the NDAA delivers pay raises for U.S. troops, invests in next-generation weapons, and accelerates the adoption of artificial intelligence in national security. He breaks down why America must modernize its Pentagon acquisition system, strengthen its nuclear triad, and repatriate defense supply chains away from China.

From proposals like a “Golden Dome” layered air defense system to addressing recrui...

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Peter Navarro, Senior Advisor on Trade and Manufacturing to the White House, joins 13th & Park to discuss his new book, “I Went to Prison So You Won’t Have To: A Love and Lawfare Story in Trump Land.”

Navarro shares behind-the-scenes stories from the Trump campaign trail, the dynamics of the West Wing across both terms, and his four months in federal prison. He opens up about his arrest at Reagan National Airport, what life was like behind bars at age 74, and how those experiences reshaped his views on politics, executive privilege, and pu...

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Copper isn’t just another metal—it’s the backbone of America’s energy, technology, and military future.

In this episode of 13th & Park, Matthew Hornor, CEO of Falcon Copper, explains why copper is the new oil and how it underpins everything from AI data centers and electric vehicles to national defense systems like the F-35 and U.S. Navy carriers.

Hornor details America’s urgent need to develop domestic copper mines and processing capacity to keep pace with global demand, compete with China’s stockpiling, and ensure U.S. energy secur...

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CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz joins 13th & Park to discuss the future of American health care, Medicare, and Medicaid. In this exclusive interview, Dr. Oz explains how CMS will fight fraud, waste, and abuse, implement the Big Beautiful Bill’s health care reforms, and expand preventive care to improve outcomes and lower costs.

Dr. Oz shares his “Make America Healthy Again” vision, tackling issues like obesity, chronic disease, and rural hospital closures. He highlights how the $50 billion in rural health investments and digital health innovations can reshape access to care for millions.

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Chairman Jason Smith, the youngest Republican ever to lead the Ways and Means Committee, joins 13th & Park for an in-depth discussion on taxes, trade, health care, and America’s economic future.

From his roots on a fourth-generation Missouri farm to chairing the only committee whose authority is written into the Constitution, Smith shares his journey and perspective on leading one of Washington’s most consequential committees.

In this candid conversation, Smith discusses the passage of the “big, beautiful bill,” the importance of small business tax relief, the challenges of high interest...

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Former White House senior adviser May Davis Mailman joins 13th & Park for a candid conversation about her journey from modest roots in Kansas to the heart of national policy in the West Wing.

Mailman reflects on her time serving in both Trump 1.0 and 2.0, what it takes to build trust inside the White House, and how she approaches leadership, public service, and difficult negotiations. She shares insights on higher education reform, women’s sports, campus culture, and the values that guide her work—while offering a behind-the-scenes look at life inside the West Wing...

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United States Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, an MIT-educated energy executive and architect of America’s shale revolution, joins 13th & Park to explore critical energy issues shaping today’s policy landscape. Wright shares insights on energy dominance, the need for 100 GW of new firm generation to power AI data centers, and how grid modernization, permitting reform, and diverse energy sources—from natural gas and nuclear to fusion and geothermal—are essential for affordable, secure energy.

Wright discusses how LNG exports strengthen U.S. allies and global energy security, while celebrating the innovative work of...

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Celinda Lake, renowned pollster, Democratic strategist, and trailblazer in political messaging, joins 13th & Park to dissect the 2024 election and what Democrats must learn to move forward. Known as the “godmother of Democratic polling,” Lake has advised presidents, members of Congress, governors, and advocacy groups across the country.

Lake breaks down the rise of “Biden skippers” who abandoned Democrats in 2024, the growing gender gap among Gen Z voters, and why Democrats must reclaim authenticity, economic credibility, and strength to win back the working class. She also explains the missed opportunities of Kamala Harris’s campaign...

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United States Senator Mike Crapo of Idaho, Senate Finance Chairman and former Banking Chairman, joins 13th & Park for an in-depth conversation on the “Big Beautiful Bill,” a landmark legislative package he says will cut the federal deficit by $400 billion, reduce federal spending by $1.2 trillion, protect Medicaid beneficiaries, secure America’s borders, and strengthen national defense.

Senator Crapo breaks down how the bill stops a $4 trillion tax increase, delivers major tax relief, reforms entitlement programs, and provides President Trump the resources to close the border—leading to weeks of zero illegal crossings. He also dis...

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Will Moore, CEO of the Eleanor Crook Foundation, joins 13th & Park to discuss the fight to end child malnutrition and starvation through American-made “Life Pack” nutrition pouches. He shares how this life-saving solution is helping millions of children worldwide, and why tackling global hunger is both a moral imperative and a strategic pillar of U.S. foreign policy. Moore outlines how public–private partnerships, bipartisan leadership, and innovation can scale proven nutrition interventions, strengthen food security, and showcase American values on the global stage. This episode offers a powerful look at how policy, philanthropy, and in...

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Jessica Tarlov—Fox News contributor, co-host of "The Five", and Democratic strategist—joins 13th & Park for a wide-ranging conversation on politics, messaging, and motherhood. She opens up about the pressure of representing progressive views in conservative spaces, how the Democratic Party can better reach the middle, and why authenticity still cuts through the noise. From generational divides to campaign strategy, this episode is about leading with both conviction and compassion.

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“A force of nature in rural health.”
In this episode of 13th & Park, Lynn Barr—health care innovator, MedPAC commissioner, and founder of Caravan Health—joins us to talk about the $50 billion opportunity that could transform health care across rural America.

From her early days in community hospitals and the military to leading a nationwide movement for value-based care, Lynn shares how lived experience and bold leadership shaped her mission to rebuild America’s most underserved systems. We dive into maternal health deserts, the real stakes of health IT modernization, and why rural...

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“Mission first, people always.” In this episode of 13th & Park, Congressman John James—West Point graduate, former Apache helicopter pilot, and Michigan’s U.S. Representative—shares how his background in military leadership and business shapes his approach to public service. From insights on resilient supply chains and bipartisan solutions to his unwavering commitment to service before self, John offers a compelling look at leadership, policy, and what it takes to drive real-world impact. Congressman James is also a proud member of the bipartisan For Country Caucus, working alongside fellow veteran lawmakers to put principles...

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Nathan Hochman, newly sworn-in LA County DA, joins 13th & Park to discuss crime reform, public safety, and justice system accountability. A former federal prosecutor and Assistant US Attorney General, Hochman lays out his vision for a balanced approach—holding violent offenders accountable while rebuilding trust, tackling homelessness, and protecting victims in Los Angeles County’s diverse communities.

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​ @RepNancyMace   joins 13th & Park to share her remarkable story—from high school dropout to the first female graduate of The Citadel and now one of the most talked-about voices in American politics. She opens up about overcoming trauma, challenging party lines, protecting women, and pushing for innovation in Washington. A raw, inspiring conversation about resilience, leadership, and doing what’s right—no matter the cost.

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In this exclusive interview, Tom Homan—Trump’s Border Czar and current White House Executive Associate Director of Enforcement and Removal Operations—joins 13th & Park to break down the crisis at America’s southern border. From the surge in illegal immigration and fentanyl trafficking to his front-line experiences leading ICE, Homan offers a direct, unfiltered look at what’s driving the chaos—and what needs to change to secure the country.

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Rep. Mike Lawler, who represents New York’s 17th Congressional District, joins 13th & Park to talk about what it takes to lead from the middle. From SALT reform and 9/11 health benefits to his work on Israel and Iran policy, Lawler shares his approach to bipartisanship in one of the most competitive districts in America. He also opens up about personal struggles, public service, and why speaking plainly still matters in politics.

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Janet Alvarez, SiriusXM host and CNBC business journalist, joins 13th & Park to break down America’s economic transformation—from the rise of AI and reshaped trade policy to the future of financial literacy and middle-class opportunity. In this episode, she discusses growing up poor, finding her voice in financial media, and how everyday Americans can prepare for an economic revolution that’s already underway. A must-watch for anyone concerned about money, markets, and what’s next for our country.

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