Red Tape, Real Talk & (Unofficial) Running Mates

In this episode, host Dave Kerpen introduces his first guest—and it’s a special one. Jason Lew isn’t just a fellow candidate for North Hempstead office—he’s a friend, a small business owner, and a political newcomer who’s stepping into the race for Town Clerk with a fresh perspective and a no-nonsense approach to public service.

From late-night bourbon chats to campaign Zoom side-eyes, Dave and Jason open up about what it really feels like to run for office when you’re not part of the political machine. They talk about why systems matter, what the Town Clerk actually does, and how two entrepreneurs are navigating a world built for insiders.

With honesty, humor, and a whole lot of grit, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever wondered what it takes to bring business brains into local government—and why it’s time for a new kind of leadership in North Hempstead.

Topics Discussed in the Episode:

• Why Jason Lou decided to run for Town Clerk—and what the job really involves

• The unexpected friendship that started over drinks and campaign dreams

• What it’s like to navigate politics as an outsider (and the learning curves that come with it)

• How project management and entrepreneurship shape their vision for public service

• The behind-the-scenes chaos, comedy, and connection of a local race
  

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