Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 198
Frequency: Irregular
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Listener location: USA
YouTube: 1.2k subscribers
Instagram: 13.0k followers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
friley@gwhatchet.com
hmarr@gwhatchet.com
fbork@gwhatchet.com
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Host
Brian Lester - A reporter with The GW Hatchet who covers campus issues.
Maddie Flesch - A reporter with The GW Hatchet who covers campus and Washington, D.C. issues.
Ida Liben - A reporter with The GW Hatchet who covers campus and Washington, D.C. issues.
Booking Intelligence
Booking Requirements
Recent Guest Discussions
MJ Childs - Campaign Experience And Goals If Elected
Liz Stoddard - Campaign Experience And Goals If Elected
Recent Topics
Episodes
Professors, students talk evolving nature of AI in the classroom
October 08, 2026
On this episode of Getting to the Bottom of It, reporter Brian Lester spoke with professors and students to get their insight on the current state of and the future of AI in higher education.
Performing arts students react to Kennedy Center shutdown, what's next for DC's stages
October 05, 2026
On this episode of Getting to the Bottom of It, Maddie Flesch and Ida Liben speak with GW performing arts students about the future of the arts in Washington, D.C., following the Kennedy Center's closure and potential redevelopment.
Criminal justice researcher, students talk effects of the National Guard in D.C.
August 31, 2026
On this episode of Getting to the Bottom of It, Ida Liben and Maddie Flesch speak with a researcher from the Niskanen Center and GW students about the National Guard's effects on crime and safety in the district.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with Getting to the Bottom of It?
Getting to the Bottom of It is hosted by Brian Lester and Maddie Flesch. Its publicly listed emails are friley@gwhatchet.com, hmarr@gwhatchet.com, and fbork@gwhatchet.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for Getting to the Bottom of It?
The publicly listed emails for Getting to the Bottom of It: friley@gwhatchet.com, hmarr@gwhatchet.com, and fbork@gwhatchet.com.
How many listeners does Getting to the Bottom of It have?
Podseeker estimates Getting to the Bottom of It reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for Getting to the Bottom of It?
Getting to the Bottom of It typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Relevant expertise or direct experience with a GW campus or Washington, D.C. issue; guests include professors, researchers, students, and student leaders. Recent guests include MJ Childs and Liz Stoddard.
How hard is it to get booked on Getting to the Bottom of It?
Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.
What topics does Getting to the Bottom of It cover?
Recent episodes cover Education, Higher Education, Student Affairs, Public Policy, and Performing Arts. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
Publicly listed emails
friley@gwhatchet.com
hmarr@gwhatchet.com
fbork@gwhatchet.com
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