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The 351

by Adam Chapdelaine, John Ouellette
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  • Why Municipal HR Is More Strategic Than Ever

    July 21, 2026 · 41 min

    Across Massachusetts, cities and towns are facing one of their biggest workforce challenges in decades. Recruiting qualified employees is harder than ever, experienced staff are retiring, and employees' expectations around flexibility…

  • How Local Leaders Can Avoid Burnout and Build Stronger Teams

    July 7, 2026 · 37 min

    Municipal leaders are expected to solve problems, navigate public scrutiny, lead through uncertainty, and somehow avoid burning out along the way. But what if the key to becoming a better leader isn't working harder — it's learning when to…

  • The Financial Foundations of Local Government

    June 23, 2026 · 38 min

    Municipal finance, which touches nearly every service residents rely on, is a specialized field. In this episode, Sean Cronin, Senior Deputy Commissioner of the Massachusetts Division of Local Services, discusses how his agency supports…

  • Cutting Through the Noise: The Vital Role of Communications in Local Government

    June 9, 2026 · 40 min

    As misinformation spreads online, and residents expect instant updates, municipalities are under growing pressure to communicate clearly, effectively, and in a way that bolsters public trust. Some cities and towns have dedicated…

  • The Leadership Skills Municipal Managers Need Now

    May 26, 2026 · 42 min

    Leadership is tough at any level, but working in local government presents a unique set of challenges – and requires specific skills. Executive coaches and leadership consultants Betsy and Anthony Neptune of Neptune Coaching have spent…

  • Guiding Principles of MMA Membership Work: Connection and Empowerment

    May 12, 2026 · 34 min

    MMA Membership Director Jackie Lavender Bird has been a city councillor, mayoral chief of staff, and a former MMA legislative leader, which means she can share a 360-degree view of local government. In this episode, she shares what she’s…

  • The Quest for More Affordable Health Care in Massachusetts

    April 28, 2026 · 44 min

    Massachusetts is home to some of the best health care in the world, but it’s also one of the most expensive places to get it. Sarah Iselin, President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, unpacks what’s driving the surge in…

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About the show

Leading Massachusetts into the future will take the talent, dedication, and hard work of leaders from all of our 351 cities and towns. Our mission at the Massachusetts Municipal Association is to help those leaders deal with some of the toughest issues in the state. On this podcast, hosts Adam Chapdelaine, executive director of the MMA, and John Ouellette, communications director at the MMA, speak with the innovators and experts who are leading the Commonwealth forward and working to make it stronger. New episodes drop every other Tuesday. To learn more about the MMA: www.mma.org