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Real talk. Real stories. Real service. Conversations with the people who keep our country running—unfiltered. Hosted by Jimmy Anderson & Eries Mentzer

Red Tape, Real Talk is a podcast dedicated to lifting the veil on public service. Hosted by Jimmy Anderson (former Director of Veterans Engagement at the White House) and Eries Mentzer (retired U.S. Air Force Officer and leadership advocate), the show brings raw, honest conversations with public servants from across government—local to federal, frontline to executive. We cut through the red tape t

o spotlight the people behind the paperwork. From policy challenges to personal motivations, each episode explores the grit, integrity, and impact of those who keep the system running. Whether you’re in government, policy, nonprofit work, or simply care about how institutions affect people, this podcast is for you.

02/24/2026

He left to build a career.
He came home to build a community.

🎙️ Travis Williams: The One Who Came Home

A powerful conversation about food deserts, legacy, faith, and rebuilding neighborhoods from within.

Listen now.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! 🎉

We’re heading into #2026 feeling grateful and excited for what’s ahead. Thank you to everyone who’s supported Red Tape, Real Talk so far.

We also launched a new monthly newsletter, The Red Tape Dispatch, where we share what we’re working on, highlight public service, and break things down in a more human way. You can subscribe on our LinkedIn if you’re interested.

12/25/2025

From all of us at Red Tape, Real Talk, Merry Christmas!

Grateful for our blessings, thinking of those in need, and wishing peace, warmth, and love to you and your family this holiday season. 🎄🎅🏻🎁

10/14/2025

There are so many ways to serve — in uniform, in government, and in your community. The question is: Where do you want to make that difference? 🇺🇸

During our time at , we sat down with Alan Reyes, President & CEO of Operation Homefront and a retired U.S. Navy Captain, to talk about leadership, purpose, and what service looks like beyond the uniform.

From the military to the nonprofit world, Alan reminds us that service isn’t about titles — it’s about making an impact wherever you are.

🎙️ Watch the full conversation now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/drniAWK8TgQ

10/02/2025

🇺🇸 During the shutdown, we’re reminded just how much our country relies on the people who keep things moving—our public servants and federal workers.

To every teacher, nurse, soldier, postal worker, firefighter, city employee, and countless others who serve every day: thank you.

Now we want to hear from YOU.
👉 Send us a short video of yourself saying:
✨ “My name is _____. I am a public servant.” ✨
(or send us a photo and we’ll add the words for you.)

Your voices are the heart of Red Tape, Real Talk. Together, let’s show the world the real people behind public service.

📩 DM us your video or photo to be featured.

09/27/2025

At the Military Influencer Conference 2025, Jimmy and Eries sat down with Alberto Ramos of Veterans for All Voters to talk about public service, leadership, and how veterans are impacting democracy.

This is a powerful reminder of why service matters — both in uniform and beyond.

🎥 Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/IBqq7ioI4ew

09/17/2025

NEWS: Red Tape, Real Talk is coming to the 2025 Military Influencer Conference in Atlanta!

Jimmy Anderson & Eries Mentzer will be taking the stage for a Q&A session — sharing why we launched this podcast and what it means to bring the human side of public service forward.

We can’t wait to meet everyone at the conference and keep the conversations going. If you’re attending the conference be sure to connect with Jimmy and Eries on the Whova app. See you soon!

09/16/2025

🚨Big mission, new project!

Introducing Red Tape, Real Talk 🎙️ — a podcast sharing the human stories behind public service. Hosted by Jimmy Anderson and Eries Mentzer

Candid, unfiltered, and rooted in experience, this podcast shows how service can save us—but only when we hear the stories behind it.

🎙️ First episode drops soon. Follow along, share, and join the conversation.

Behind every policy is a person and a story.

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