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Popok joined by guest anchor Adam Klasfeld of All Rise News (in for KFA), provide real time breaking legal and political news commentary about a federal judge blocking Trump's birthright citizenship attack again, a federal judge on the verge of holding Todd Blanche in Contempt related to the Epstein Files; a Trump insider deep inside his Administration providing new evidence directly to a federal judge about Trump's mail in ballot plot; and so much more at the intersection of law and politics. DOSE DAILY: Save 35% on your first month of subscription by going to https://dosedaily.co/LEGALAF or entering LEGALAF at checkout. SPRING SLEEP: Thanks to today's sponsor, Spring Sleep: eXciteOSA is an FDA-cleared, prescription-only device for primary snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea. Go to https://springsleep.com/legalaf and unlock 20% off with the code LEGALAF IRONWALL: Stop online threats before they become real-world attacks. Visit https://ironwall.com/legalaf and request a free Risk Assessment to see exactly how exposed your executives are. DELETE ME: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to join https://joindeleteme.com/LEGALAF and use promo code LEGALAF at checkout. Become a member of Legal AF YouTube community: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJgZJZZbnLFPr5GJdCuIwpA/join Learn more about the Popok Firm: https://thepopokfirm.com Subscribe to Legal AF Substack: https://michaelpopok.substack.com/labordaysale Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af Sidebar with Katie Phang: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sidebar-with-katie-phang/id1886801652 The Parnas Perspective: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-parnas-perspective/id1869165949 The Intersection with Michael Popok: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-intersection-with-michael-popok/id1818863274 MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Ken Harbaugh Show: https://meidasnews.com/tag/the-ken-harbaugh-show The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Five Minute News: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/five-minute-news/id1471715443 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Housing costs are creating challenges for Hawaii’s public schools as they work to recruit and retain teachers, with one Wahiawa Middle School teacher now worried he may have to leave the state if he cannot find affordable housing. Meanwhile, Hawaii Supreme Court justices questioned state and county election officials Wednesday over the handling of two improperly cast ballots in a winner-take-all Republican primary that ended in a tie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Antimicrobial stewardship has traditionally focused on optimizing antibiotic use to improve patient care, but growing attention to environmental sustainability is expanding how stewardship teams think about resource use. From the plastic waste generated during medication preparation and administration to opportunities to incorporate environmental considerations into antibiotic selection, stewardship offers a natural opportunity to address both clinical and environmental priorities.Dr. Pam Lee and Dr. Gary Fong developed EcoRxChoice.com, a free calculator designed to integrate environmental metrics into antimicrobial stewardship. The calculator estimates the amount of plastic waste associated with different antimicrobial regimens by accounting for materials used in medication preparation and administration. In their paper published in ASHE, "EcoRxChoice.com— an SIDP-funded calculator integrating environmental metrics with antimicrobial stewardship," the authors describe how they developed the calculator, including physically weighing items ranging from IV bags and tubing to needle hubs and medication packaging.In this episode, Dr. Lee and Dr. Fong discuss the origins of EcoRxChoice.com, the surprising amount of plastic waste generated through routine medication preparation, and how environmental impact can be incorporated into antimicrobial decision-making. They also explore the role of IV-to-oral conversion, the challenges of integrating sustainability into pharmacy and medical education and electronic medical records, and future opportunities to expand the calculator to other areas of stewardship and infection prevention.Links and Recommendations:EcoRxChoice.com— an SIDP-funded calculator integrating environmental metrics with antimicrobial stewardship: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/antimicrobial-stewardship-and-healthcare-epidemiology/article/ecorxchoicecom-an-sidpfunded-calculator-integrating-environmental-metrics-with-antimicrobial-stewardship/83C55C51C9C446C4728FF1980CD2EC14https://ecorxchoice.com/?page=plasticWasteCalculator Development of a Novel Carbon Emissions Estimation Tool for Disposable Waste Associated With Antimicrobial Packaging, Preparation, and Administration in the Hospital Setting: https://academic.oup.com/ofid/article/12/10/ofaf308/8183152

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A man will not be put on trial for allegedly killing his grandparents three years ago. The Honolulu Zoo has re-opened two exhibits that have now been fully upgraded and are preparing in case we get pandas from China. Plus, an effort to raise money for science, engineering and math programs across Maui County has taken place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KMOX's Jade Aubrey is joined by Rob Wylie, Assistant Director of Administration for St. Charles County, about the DHS BioWatch Program coming to St. Charles County this fall.

This podcast was created using NotebookLM.This podcast describes the Community Oral Health Program at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, emphasizing its role in addressing the national shortage of dental professionals.

New numbers just released show how much damage was left by Hurricane Lala. Rescuers are searching for at least one survivor after deadly flooding in the Grand Canyon. Plus, the storms forced a cleanup mission in the northwest Hawaiian islands to lose valuable days dodging the cyclone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. is taking additional military action against Iran following reported attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. Paramedics responded to two separate crashes involving motor bikes on Oahu's North Shore, both resulting in serious injuries. How Tropical Storm Lowell will impact our islands when it's forecasted to pass south of Hawaii Island late Wednesday into Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework For many architecture firms, construction administration can feel like a constant game of chase. RFIs, submittals, emails, spreadsheets, and contractor platforms pile up fast, and important details can get buried before anyone sees the pattern. In this episode of the Business of Architecture podcast, Enoch Sears talks with Tim Douglas, CEO of Roundhouse Labs, about why this overlooked part of practice may hold more value than most firm owners realize. Tim shares how his journey from architecture into construction technology led him to a problem hiding in plain sight. The conversation explores how firms may be sitting on clues that could change the way they manage projects, support teams, price work, and make better decisions. In this episode, you'll discover: The hidden "signal" inside CA that most firms never see. Why old project data may become a firm owner's secret advantage. The overlooked workflow that could quietly shape profit, staffing, and control. To learn more about Tim Douglas, visit his website: https://www.roundhouselabs.com/  

Our final episode has arrived! Still Becoming is a no-polish leadership conversation for people tired of pretending they've arrived. Two psychologists trade the wisdom their clients found most transformative. This mini-series podcast shares honest stories and practical insight on identity, work, joy, and resilience for leaders learning to adapt without losing themselves. To Order Doug's Books: The Resiliency Quest, Mad About Us Visit Doug's Website: https://www.dougmckinley.com/ Receive a Free Leadership Resource: Leadership Guide 

With many still recovering from Hurricane Lala, residents are now looking to community organizations for help. We're giving you a first look at the demolition of Ward Center, just two months after tenants moved out. And City Council Chair Tommy Waters runs out of options as Hawaii's high court rules on his re-election appeal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu's new police chief announced his new permanent deputy chiefs Monday, describing them as forward thinkers and steady leaders with integrity and a strong work ethic. A deputy city prosecutor was among several arrested on suspicion of DUI during a joint enforcement effort yesterday. Police are searching for the driver behind an early-morning hit-and-run on the H-1 Freeway that critically injured a woman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our speaker is Yossi Sheffi who is a Professor of Engineering at MIT and is a leading scholar in supply chain management. He is the author of a new book entitled Unsafe at MIT: A Chronicle of a Campus War on the Jews.I want to hear from Yossi about MIT's failure to protect its Jewish and Israeli students from violence. I want to learn why MIT's Administration managed the situation so poorly, and why MIT's disregard for its own rules and regulations resulted in chaos. Get full access to What Happens Next in 6 Minutes with Larry Bernstein at www.whathappensnextin6minutes.com/subscribe

A divided Hawaii Supreme Court today declared City Council Chair Tommy Waters is ineligible to run for another term. Hawaiian Electric has restored power to another 1,000 famililes left in the dark after Hurricane Lala nearly two weeks ago. And the Salvation Army has now stepped in to help with daily meals for 220 residents for up to seven days, or until power is restored.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting Lineup Coach LaComb discusses the working relationsip between a coach and the athletic administration  Weber State opens up season tonight against Northern Colorado

This week on Red State Update, Jackie and Dunlap wail in grief about: Dolly Parton, the only person left who could bring this country together, and her work with the oppressed, the underprivileged, and Porter Wagoner. Plus her movies, her songs, Tim Curry, and why Dolly's legacy goes beyond singin, actin, Dollywood, and Straight Talk. Plus Whorehouse, Jim Nabors, and how everyone's Mom's kitchen used to look like the Trio album cover. Friendships with Canada never last, but Lake America is forever Supreme Court don't seem to mind what Trump does with mail-in ballots, elections, democracy.  DOJ hires a lawyer once convicted of election-site hacking Wild horses couldn't keep Trump away — Protected wild horses are sold for slaughter while Trump lets beef imports come in from wherever, American farmers be damned, even if we got to do a Beef recall — 30,000 pounds of Argentine beef recalled after sale in Florida and Texas. ABC / Rosie / FCC — ABC is airing Rosie O'Donnell and suing Trump's FCC after previously kissin trump ass Secret Service is reportedly alarmed by Natalie Harp's letters. Trump will tear down the Kennedy Center if they don't put his name on it. Michael Cohen: still terrible Our health and what's left of it: RURAL Michigan hospitals closing or cutting services after Medicaid cuts. o   Measles — U.S. measles cases are at their highest level since 1991, with two deaths reported. RFK Jr. is tied to conspiracy-tinged comments about measles deaths. Byron Donalds blames spread on illegal immigration. ICE arrests — ICE arrests surged—they're arrestin people with no criminal convictions to make their dumb damn quotas.   More folks in immigrant camps  than ATL population Deaf migrants — Deaf migrants deported without sign-language interpreters A mile of border infrastructure in Big Bend reportedly costs more than the park's annual budget. Asylum visas — Administration actions include revoking visas for asylum seekers. Texas / Musk / Paxton — Elon Musk reportedly plans to spend $200 million to help Ken Paxton in Texas. Ohio Sleazebag Max Miller threatens his father-in-law with blackmail Georgia / Mike Collins — Mike Collins has another aide linked to racist stuff Alabama / Tuberville — Tuberville says he will not debate Doug Jones because he don't understand what debates are Gary / Memphis power Hegseth / Pentagon Hegseth hires trolls to go after enemies & critics while firing Stars and Stripes staff USS Doris Miller — They may name a carrier after Trump instead of Black WWII hero Doris Miller. USS Lincoln finally returning after a nine-month deployment. A sailor who jumped from a ship is reportedly facing discipline. Hegseth fired Gen. Randy George after Kid Rock flyover investigation. Sean Duffy show — nobody watchin this youtube crap. Finally something I identify with Sean Duffy about Spider-Man vs. Jake Lang in Minnesota. Jeffries / Kushner get together. These are the only two people left who will get along now that Dolly is gone. Trump approval — Trump approval stands at 35%, disapproval at 61%, net -26. That's real bad and yet should be worse. Darlene Graham, IRAN vs Economic D-Day, Mad Farmers Kehinde Wiley painting: State Dept takes down a painting of Dominicans in the Dominican embassy by the artist of Obama's presidential portrait. They called the paining "very woke" and "aesthetically terrifying." They took it down but first they hid it behind a tarp with a US flag on it. Leah Campos, Rachel Campos-Duffy's sister and Sean Duffy's sis-in-law, is the U.S. ambassador to the Dominican Republic, called it an example of "globalist and woke ideologies."  What is woke ideology? I know it when I see it. For more Dolly mourning, go get 20 Extra Minutes with Jackie and Dunlap at http://www.patreon.com/redstateupdate Art by Yoni Limor Photos by Robyn von Swank Music by William Sherry Jr. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, BlueSky    

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As we approach the midterm elections, we wanted to spend this episode reviewing the most controversial ways that the current Administration has interacted with the law. We've had no shortage of choices to pick from, but we've narrowed it down to the top seven headline-grabbing issues over the last two years that stood out to us.  On this Lawyer 2 Lawyer episode, producer Kate Nutting highlights the top 7 and turns to past episodes to cover the legal issues at the forefront of the nation today.  Mentioned in this Episode: Trump's Tariffs: SCOTUS, and the Impact on International Trade Law & the American People The Legalities Behind ICE, The Constitution, Minnesota, & the Impact on the Rule of Law Voting & Election Law: Current Issues Ahead of the 2026 Midterm Elections Birthright Citizenship, a SCOTUS Ruling, & the Impact on Immigration Policy The Summer of SCOTUS: Big Decisions & Impact RFK Jr. and Public Health: Vaccine Policy, Outbreaks, and Funding Cuts Actions of the DOJ, Threats to the Judiciary, & Judicial Independence

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The road to recovery for hard-hit Ka'u will be even tougher, as officials discover much of the area's waterlines were wiped out by Hurricane Lala. Saturday is Food Drive Day for the Hawaii Foodbank. We'll tell you why this year's drive will look a little different than years past. Californians are choosing a new destination to travel to instead of Hawaii. Howard Dicus will tell you more on this in your business news report this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking news out of the Hawaii Supreme Court where justices have declared City Council Chair Tommy Waters ineligible to run for another term. New York Governor Kathy Hochul has granted a pardon to Sae Joon Park, the Purple Heart veteran who self deported to Korea last year after living in the U-S for nearly 50 years. And the U.S. Treasury Department announced new steps today to further isolate Iran economically, as the war hits the six-month mark today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers and ranchers on Hawaii Island are still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Lala, with widespread damage to water lines threatening agricultural operations in some of the hardest hit areas. Plus, in times of natural disasters and trauma, the physical needs of a community are important. But addressing the emotional well-being of victims, volunteers, and first responders is equally vital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've seen the destruction left behind by Hurricane Lala, but sometimes the emotional toll on victims lasts far longer than the damage. Power in Pahala, including Ka'u Hospital is now restored, but HECO says about 1,400 customers are still in the dark. A veteran-led nonprofit is working on Oahu and Hawaii Island to remove storm debris in neighborhoods and roads impacted by Lala.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From lucrative overseas deals to secret "special projects," the Trump sons are pulling in massive paydays—even without traditional jobs. But while congressional oversight aims to shine a bright light on this high-level wheeling and dealing, voters are left asking a crucial question: Is exposing political self-enrichment enough to actually help working Americans?Michael Steele dives into a sharp breakdown of how family members profit off political power, what a shift in House leadership means for investigating foreign business ties, and why true accountability requires leaders to lower your everyday costs—not just put on a show with subpoenas.Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknightFollow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteeleFollow Michael on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelsteele.bsky.socialFollow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairman_steele/Follow Michael on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@chairman_steeleListen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-michael-steele-podcast/id1412905534Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6oIf you enjoyed this, be sure to share it with a friend!

On the DSR Daily for Thursday, we break down the soaring number of ICE detentions, a federal judge lifts all blocks on Trump's mail-in ballot executive order, disastrous flooding in Nepal-Tibet, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Bethany is joined by Alex Adams, Assistant Secretary, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), to discuss changes to the Head Start program and address critics of the announcement. They also discuss progress on the work to prevent states from seizing the Social Security survivor benefits of children in foster care, updating a piece Bethany wrote […]

On the DSR Daily for Thursday, we break down the soaring number of ICE detentions, a federal judge lifts all blocks on Trump's mail-in ballot executive order, disastrous flooding in Nepal-Tibet, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the DSR Daily for Thursday, we break down the soaring number of ICE detentions, a federal judge lifts all blocks on Trump's mail-in ballot executive order, disastrous flooding in Nepal-Tibet, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that a grand jury found that Florida's Republican Governor's Office misappropriated millions in taxpayer funds.

President Trump is redesigning the map of the border with the U.S. and Canada, as trade talks with the northern neighbor are off. Honolulu police are warning the public after responding to a dozen overdoses in less than a week on Oahu. And HPD's new chief says it's time to make Waianae its own police district, with a new station and more officers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have the latest numbers from Hawaiian Electric that tell us who is still without power on Hawaii Island. We'll tell you where the total stands as of this morning. Plus, we'll tell you about two animal shelters on Maui that were heavily damaged by the storm, as well as what recovery is looking like for them. We'll tell you how you can get your kids prepared for more financial responsibility. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Along a busy Chinatown street, confusion remains over a curb that many businesses and delivery drivers rely on in front of Cindy’s Lei Shoppe on Maunakea Street. Plus, law enforcement officials are issuing a second warning in two weeks about fentanyl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawaii is part of a $17.1 billion multi-state settlement with social media giant Meta Platforms that forces the company to implement sweeping child-safety measures on Facebook and Instagram. Plus, the Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) is investigating a sixth reported case of cyclosporiasis in the state that may have been acquired locally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Programming note: The Education Gadfly Show is taking a short end-of-summer break next week. We'll be back with a new episode after Labor Day on Wednesday, September 9.Checker Finn, president emeritus of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, joins Mike Petrilli and David Griffith to talk about the future of Head Start and why he thinks the troubled federal preschool program needs rebuilding, not destroying. They discuss the Trump administration's approach to Head Start, the program's longstanding weaknesses, and what meaningful reform could look like.Then, on the Research Minute, Amber Northern reviews a new two-year experiment with Khan Academy's AI tutor, Khanmigo. The study finds modest gains in math achievement, but students rarely engaged deeply with the AI tutor, raising questions about whether the improvement came from the AI itself or simply from structured practice on Khan Academy.Recommended content:The Trump team gives Head Start the DOGE treatment —Chester E. Finn, Jr., Thomas B. Fordham InstituteReroute the Preschool Juggernaut —Chester E. Finn, Jr., Hoover Press (2009)Head Start Program Performance Standards —U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and FamiliesTransformative for the motivated and mere meh for the unmotivated: How AI will and won't affect learners —Sean Geraghty and Mike Goldstein, Thomas B. Fordham InstituteOne Click Away: AI Tutoring with Khanmigo in a Two-Year School Experiment —Philip Oreopoulos and Nina Low, EdWorkingPapers (2026)Feedback Welcome: Have ideas for improving our show? We would love to hear them. Send them to thegadfly@fordhaminstitute.org

As thousands remain in the dark after the recent storms, Hawaii's governor is eyeing ways to improve our infrastructure. Hawaii public schools are expanding their menus! We'll tell you what new dishes are being added to their weekly lineup. What you need to know before flying that could make everyone's experience easier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samuel Ben-Ur and Edmund Fitton-Brown discuss how, following a temporary lull, Hamas has intensified attacks in Gaza, emboldened by disarmament frameworks proposed by Egyptian, Qatari, and Turkish mediators. Ben-Ur notes Hamas only accepted the deal under the pretense of disarming while intending to survive intact. However, following Jared Kushner's visit, the US aligned with Israel's stance, demanding total disarmament before military withdrawal. Fitton-Brown and Ben-Ur discuss the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (ENCAG), a secular government planned to replace Hamas. Lacking military power, ENCAG's deployment depends on an international stabilization force, though troop commitments remain severely short. (8)

CONTENTS THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 8-24-2026.OTTAWAConrad Black and co-host Edmund Fitton-Brown discuss the collapse of trade negotiations and subsequent US tariff threats that have sparked a major political crisis in Canada, leading to opposition calls to immediately reconvene Parliament. Black describes a stark contrast in national attitudes, noting that President Trump's rhetoric effectively denies Canada's sovereignty. This perceived affront has deeply united Canadians across party lines, who view the tariffs as an assault on national identity rather than a mere commercial dispute. Black highlights potential Republican electoral fallout in key US Senate races like Maine and Michigan, and suggests a bilateral phone call could resolve the dispute. (1)Janatyn Sayeh and Edmund Fitton-Brown examine Iranian official Ghalibaf's public appearance in Iraq, signaling defiance to the US and Israel before secondary sanctions are revealed. Sayeh explains that Iran views Iraq as its backyard, using it to evade sanctions by blending Iranian oil with Iraqi exports. Under President Trump, US economic scrutiny on Iraq has increased to block this smuggling. While maximum pressure has devalued Iran's currency and caused hyperinflation, Iran aims to overwhelm Washington by utilizing its regional proxy networks across Yemen, Lebanon, and Iraq. The US must view these proxies as Iranian arms rather than local actors. (2)Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa, with Edmund Fitton-Brown: In Brazil, falling poll numbers have panicked President Lula, prompting him to call Donald Trump despite years of anti-American rhetoric. Araújo explains this reflects the US's central role in combating South American "narcosocialist" regimes. Meanwhile, in Venezuela, Delcyand Jorge Rodríguez are simulating cooperation with the US while delaying presidential elections to buy time. Peña Esclusa notes that Venezuelan opposition members are negotiating Supreme Court appointments rather than election dates or political prisoners. Both guests will attend Slovenia's Bled Strategic Forum to discuss Latin America's right-wing political shift and potential energy partnerships with Europe. (3)Malcolm Hoenlein and Edmund Fitton-Brown discuss rising security concerns in Israel after incendiary balloons from Gaza were discovered, potentially testing Israel's border preparedness. Concurrently, Turkey is expanding its regional footprint, occupying 5% of Syria and attempting to establish military bases, which Israel countered with airstrikes. In Gaza, Jared Kushner met with Hamas in Cairo, a move that critics argue bolsters the group's status despite declining local support. Meanwhile, the US Treasury has previewed secondary sanctions on Iranian trading partners, including China. Iran's economy is in collapse, with inflation skyrocketing and the currency reaching an all-time low. (4)David Daoud and Edmund Fitton-Brown examine UNIFIL's mandate, which restricts it to acting as an auxiliary to the Lebanese Armed Forces, preventing independent disarmament of Hezbollah. Consequently, Hezbollah operates freely near UN watchtowers and tunnel networks. Daoud argues that while new US Treasury sanctions expanding target parameters to include Iranian violations are positive, they fail to address Hezbollah's deep integration into Lebanon's socio-political fabric. To be effective, the West must treat Hezbollah as a Lebanese entity with sovereign responsibilities, rather than purely an Iranian proxy. True security requires targeting all of Hezbollah's activities, including its social and political wings. (5)Ivana Stradner and Edmund Fitton-Brown analyze Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's visit to Belgrade, which does not signal a split between Serbia and Russia. President Vučić's weapons sales to Ukraine are merely lucrative business deals. Serbia remains highly dependent on Russia, sharing deep intelligence ties and cooperating with the FSB to test crowd-control equipment. Vučić balances these relationships to survive domestic protests sparked by environmental concerns and a severe heatwave. Stradner, recently returning from Israel, reports that Israeli morale remains exceptionally high despite facing a multi-front threat from Iran's proxy network, which Russia continues to exploit through regional propaganda and strategic manipulation. (6)Edmund Fitton-Brown critiques the term "economic D-Day," explaining that Pakistan's mediation in Iran is self-interested, driven by fears of secondary US sanctions. These sanctions have suffocated Iran's economy, reducing oil exports and sparking hyperinflation. Iraq also struggles with contradictory policies, balancing its US alliance with pro-Iranian gestures, such as securing tanker passage through the Strait of Hormuz. In the Red Sea, the Houthis demand tribute from Saudi Arabia to halt attacks on tankers and pipelines. Fitton-Brown warns that paying the Houthis only delays their long-term expansionist goals against Saudi territory and Israel. (7)Samuel Ben-Ur and Edmund Fitton-Brown discuss how, following a temporary lull, Hamas has intensified attacks in Gaza, emboldened by disarmament frameworks proposed by Egyptian, Qatari, and Turkish mediators. Ben-Ur notes Hamas only accepted the deal under the pretense of disarming while intending to survive intact. However, following Jared Kushner's visit, the US aligned with Israel's stance, demanding total disarmament before military withdrawal. Fitton-Brown and Ben-Ur discuss the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (ENCAG), a secular government planned to replace Hamas. Lacking military power, ENCAG's deployment depends on an international stabilization force, though troop commitments remain severely short. (8)Michael Sobolik and Edmund Fitton-Brown examine how Chinese AI company Moonshot bypassed US export controls by "distilling" technology from Anthropic's Claude Opus model to train its own system, Kimi K3. This intellectual property theft threatens American market dominance and national security. Sobolik recommends three policy actions: imposing crushing financial sanctions on violating Chinese firms, closing export control loopholes related to remote cloud access, and banning open CCP models in the United States. He warns that American tech companies prioritizing short-term profits over security risk losing the AI race, mirroring historical patterns of Chinese piracy. (9)John Hardie and Edmund Fitton-Brown outline Russia's military assistance to Iran via the Caspian Sea, a highly secure transit route. This collaboration benefits Moscow by raising energy prices and draining US munition stockpiles like Patriot interceptors, giving Russia a freer hand in Ukraine. Russia provides Iran with tactical intelligence, drone components to resist satellite jamming, and has agreed to deliver shoulder-launched air defense missiles. While Ukraine and Israel have attempted long-range strikes against trade vessels and ports to disrupt this flow, interdiction is difficult because the Caspian Sea operates as a protected, non-transparent Russian-Iranian military lake. (10)Standing corrections applied: Janatyn Sayeh, Ernesto Araújo, Alejandro Peña Esclusa, Delcy Rodríguez (and Jorge Rodríguez), Zelenskyy, Vučić with diacritics, and Kimi K3 (source again had "Kimmy"). One anomaly in the source: segment 7 listed Fitton-Brown as both guest and co-host, so I've formatted it as his solo segment — flag it if there was a second voice in that file.

BREAKING: The U.S. Supreme Court has lifted a lower court block on President Trump's Executive order adding new requirements for mail-in voting, ruling that Democrat-led states sued before the Postal Service had finalized its regulations. The decision allows the Administration's policy to move forward for now as challenges continue in the lower courts. The Sekulow team discusses this major Supreme Court ruling, the latest election integrity battle, the ACLJ's legal work – and much more.

I’ve been traveling around the country promoting my new book, “The Golden Age: How Trump Saved America.” And it’s true that the president stopped our country from being taken over by political Islam and the communists. But right now the Administration is dealing with a communication problem – and it could threaten the midterm elections. The American people are hurting financially – affordability is an issue impacting many families. And yet the administration seems to dismiss those concerns. We were told that it was basically our patriotic duty to pay higher gas prices. Now comes word that the republican party’s midterm convention is in trouble. Turns out – it’s going to cost and arm and a leg to attend. House Members are being told they must pay at least $25,000 to attend. And that’s the cheap rate. The highest tier is $100,000. Some are calling it little more than a GOP fundraiser – as opposed to a pep rally for the midterms. And the event scheduled just two days before the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Optics are everything. And the Republicans have a big time optics problem. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80 — we explore her special connections to Hawaii. The family of a Southwest Airlines flight attendant found dead in Waikiki last week wants more information on her passing. A West Oahu lawmaker who lost a random drawing to break a primary election tie has filed a challenge with the Hawaii Supreme Court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A convicted killer erupts during his sentencing in a Maui courtroom. His fate and why his lawyer says he shouldn't be put in prison. Outrage as, years after her death, a native Hawaiian activist appears to endorse a candidate for office. But her image was AI-generated. The legal action that can now be taken thanks to a new law. Looking to hail a cab? You may soon need to look up. When and where these air taxis will help get people around. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Midazolam is a familiar drug in anesthesia, but knowing when to use it — and when not to — requires more than understanding its sedative effects. In this installment of our series on anesthesia, Dr. Jake Stucki joins us to review Midazolam. Starting with what it is and how it works, we explore its onset, duration, and effects, how it is metabolized, and what it does and does not help with. We also cover indications, patient selection, administration and dosing, and why the anticipated duration of a procedure matters. From desired effects to potential adverse reactions, we discuss precautions, emergency measures, and how clinicians can use patient monitoring to make adjustments when managing adverse effects. Finally, we examine cases where Midazolam may not be the most appropriate intervention and what alternatives or considerations may come into play.Key Points From This Episode:Basics of Midazolam: onset, duration, and effects.What it does and doesn't help with.Its mechanism of action.How it is metabolized.Indications and which patients do and do not have this drug administered to them.Administration and dosing. Considering the duration of the procedure. Desired and undesired effects of Midazolam.Precautions and emergency measures. Using your monitors to make adjustments to manage adverse effects.More cases where Midazolam may not be the most appropriate intervention. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Dr. Jake Stucki — https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-stucki-ab19a593/ Case Western Reserve University — https://case.edu/ Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Aug. 24, 2026- The Hochul administration is being sued by environmental groups alleging state health officials aren't doing enough to reduce child lead exposure in rental homes. We discuss the lawsuit with Nicholas Loh, associate attorney at Earthjustice.

August 21, 2026 – 6am: Trump Admin. Continues to blame Biden for economic issues nearly 2 years into second term A military Junta is consolidating power in Iran: The Economist Cook Political Report: Texas & Iowa Senate races shift to ‘toss up' The White House Freak-Out Over Natalie Harp: The Atlantic by Jonathan Lemire Bond yields resume rise despite Treasury Dept. efforts Man says he suffered brain injury after ICE confrontation: MS NOW's David Noriega To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Over 30% of voters cast their ballots by mail, yet politicians continue to wage a relentless campaign against it—even while signing their own absentee ballots at their desks.Michael Steele cuts through the political noise and gets the actual court data behind non-citizen voting allegations. You'll learn the truth about election integrity claims, see how vote-by-mail hypocrisy impacts your rights, and walk away with the confidence to safely make your voice heard at the ballot box.Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknightFollow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteeleFollow Michael on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelsteele.bsky.socialFollow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairman_steele/Follow Michael on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@chairman_steeleListen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-michael-steele-podcast/id1412905534Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6oIf you enjoyed this, be sure to share it with a friend!