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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 benefits processing, and better supporting veterans in rural and underserved communities.

From the hard lessons learned in military service to the emotional moments that stay with him as a leader, Collins shares a grounded, purpose-driven vision for the future of veteran care.

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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 that shaped the 2016 election and beyond — including the introduction he made between Trump and Susie Wiles, who now serves as Trump’s Chief of Staff.

He walks through how Ballard Partners built a reputation across administrations, expanded globally, and stayed grounded in principles like humility, honesty, and relationship-driven advocacy — all while representing clients in some of the most consequential industries in America today.

Filmed in our NEW Washington, D.C. studio.

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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 helping clients grow, preserve, and pass on their wealth with purpose.

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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.

The discussion covers Iran’s weakened position, the new coalition of Arab and Western nations, the importance of Palestinian reform, and the role of American diplomacy in building a more stable and hopeful future for the region.

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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 offers a candid look at what’s next for the NIH and the future of American health.

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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, and empowering the next generation of women in leadership.

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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 biggest hurdles
- What bipartisan support for IVF means for the future
- How scaling value-based fertility care could rebuild America’s fertility rate within two years

This conversation blends science, policy, and deeply human stories — showing why IVF is both a technological breakthrough and a moral mission to help families grow.

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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 recruiting shortfalls in the armed forces, Rogers offers a candid, insider’s look at the challenges and opportunities shaping America’s military readiness.

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