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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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