George Mason Univ – AI in Gov: Inside the Black Box: Lessons from the Frontlines of GovCon Innovation

Welcome to AI in Gov: Inside the Black Box. This podcast series explores the transformative role of artificial intelligence in government, with a focus on innovation, collaboration, and impact.

In this episode of AI-in-Gov: Inside the Black Box, hosts Amarda Shehu and Richard Jacik sit down with David Blackburn, founder and CEO of OrangeSlices.ai, to explore how AI, open data, and human expertise are reshaping the government contracting landscape. From navigating misinformation to building trust and transparency, Blackburn shares how his team curates reliable intelligence for the GovCon community and why success often depends as much on business models as on technology. Tune in for candid insights, a few laughs, and an honest look at what’s working—and what’s not—on the frontlines of AI-driven innovation in government.

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This episode is sponsored by Moara.io.

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