Aaron Bennett, Co-Founder of The Fly, "Relationships are the coin of the realm."

Aaron Bennett discusses the founding of the show and the importance of relationship building in Washington, D.C., noting how his own career trajectory was shaped by connections made at the Institute of Politics and Public Service. As a professional speechwriter for high-profile figures like Nancy Pelosi and Tim Walz, he outlines his "three M's" formula for success: the message, the messenger, and the moment. He emphasizes that effective speechwriting is a collaborative and iterative process that requires capturing a principal's unique voice rather than centered on the writer's own opinions. Tune in!

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Aaron Bennett, Co-Founder of The Fly, "Relationships are the coin of the realm." is an episode from Fly on the Wall by Fly on the Wall: a GU Politics Podcast.

This episode is 00:42:14 long.

This episode was published on Apr 5, 2026.

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