J.B. Wogan
About J.B. Wogan
J.B. Wogan is a Senior Manager of Strategic Communications at Mathematica, where he oversees media relations and hosts the podcast 'On the Evidence.' He has a background in print journalism and has worked at various organizations, including PolitiFact and Governing Magazine, focusing on government coverage and evidence-based policy.
Work at Mathematica
J.B. Wogan serves as the Senior Manager of Strategic Communications at Mathematica, a role he has held since 2018. In this position, he is responsible for media relations, writing, editing, and podcasting. Wogan hosts the podcast 'On the Evidence,' where he interviews experts about global challenges and research-based solutions. His work focuses on evidence-based policy discussions, including topics such as health equity and data innovation.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Before joining Mathematica, J.B. Wogan accumulated extensive experience in journalism. He worked as a Staff Writer at PolitiFact for six months in 2012 and then at Governing Magazine from 2013 to 2018, where he spent five years covering government at the state and local levels. He also served as a Metro Reporter for The Seattle Times in 2011 and held the position of Editorial Assistant at Seattle magazine for five months in 2006.
Education and Expertise
J.B. Wogan holds a Master of Public Policy (MPP) from Johns Hopkins University, where he studied Urban Policy from 2010 to 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English from Pomona College, completing his studies there from 2002 to 2006. His educational background supports his expertise in strategic communications and public policy.
Podcast Hosting and Topics
Wogan hosts the 'On the Evidence' podcast for Mathematica, where he engages with experts on various topics related to global challenges and research solutions. He has discussed significant issues such as evidence-based policy in President Biden's 2025 budget and featured guests like Max Stier, focusing on data and government effectiveness. The podcast also explores innovative approaches to improving health equity.
Part-Time Faculty Role
In addition to his journalism career, J.B. Wogan served as Part-Time Faculty at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health from 2016 to 2017. This role allowed him to contribute to the academic community while sharing his insights on public health and policy.