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Is there any true wilderness left on our planet? Tom Heap and Helen Czerski consider the fear and fascination of the wild. They're joined by the writer Cal Flyn who has spent the last few years travelling the world in search of wilderness for her new book The Savage Landscape. Also with them are Steve Carver, professor of Rewilding and Wilderness Science at Leeds University and Sophie Grig, Research and Advocacy Director of Survival International. The travel writer and broadcaster Antonia Bolingbroke-Kent escapes the studio to visit the largest rewilding project in Wales. Can the conservationists get local people onside and boost the area's wildlife without provoking a negative reaction from local farmers? Produced by Alasdair Cross and Sarah Swadling

Ireland's paternity leave system is failing families, with dads losing nearly three-quarters of their income to take just two weeks off after the birth of their child. These findings are according to new Movember research. To look into this further with Anton was Movember Policy and Advocacy Director in Ireland, Walter Jayawardene.

Ireland's paternity leave system is failing families, with dads losing nearly three-quarters of their income to take just two weeks off after the birth of their child. These findings are according to new Movember research. To look into this further with Anton was Movember Policy and Advocacy Director in Ireland, Walter Jayawardene.

Amnesty International says it's entirely possible for New Zealand to take on big tech. Several media companies, industry groups and other organisations have signed an Amnesty open letter, calling for a stronger crack down on digital platforms like TikTok and Facebook. They're calling for an independent regulator to manage risks like fraud, extremist content, and misinformation. Amnesty International NZ Movement Building & Advocacy Director Lisa Woods told Heather du Plessis-Allan we already hold other big companies to account. She says they want big tech platforms to face requirements such as a duty of care, to identify and reduce risks, and explain how their systems work. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we host Sam Goodman to explore China's global campaign of transnational repression, shadow policing, and pressure against critics abroad. Drawing on his work on Hong Kong, UK-China relations, sanctions, the BN(O) community, and economic transnational repression, Sam explains how Chinese and Hong Kong authorities project power beyond their borders through surveillance, diaspora intimidation, legal pressure, financial coercion, and attempts to silence pro-democracy voices far beyond China and Hong Kong.We discuss the recent UK National Security Act case involving two men convicted in London for assisting a foreign intelligence service in a case centred on Hong Kong authorities, pro-democracy activists, and alleged shadow policing on British soil. Sam explains why this case matters, what it reveals about the vulnerability of open societies, and how Chinese state-linked activity can move through trade offices, former police networks, private security actors, immigration systems, community intermediaries, and financial institutions.The conversation also explores the everyday impact of transnational repression on Hong Kongers and other diaspora communities in the UK, including fear of infiltration, pressure on family members back home, self-censorship, and the chilling effect on civic participation. Sam also explains why economic transnational repression remains under-recognised, from frozen bank accounts and blocked pension access to professional disqualification, tax pressure, lawsuits, and compliance systems that can turn Western institutions into unwitting enforcers of authoritarian political objectives.Sam Goodman is Senior Policy Director at the China Strategic Risks Institute and co-founder of the New Diplomacy Project, a Labour-focused foreign policy think tank. He was previously Policy and Advocacy Director at Hong Kong Watch, where his work focused on Hong Kong, UK-China policy, sanctions, the BN(O) community, and responses to the Hong Kong National Security Law. He is also the author of The Imperial Premiership: The Role of the Modern Prime Minister in Foreign Policymaking 1964–2015. His recent work at the China Strategic Risks Institute examines economic transnational repression and how the PRC and Hong Kong authorities can use financial pressure, bank accounts, pension access, professional qualifications, tax claims, and compliance systems to coerce dissidents abroad.The International Risk Podcast brings you conversations with global experts, frontline practitioners, and senior decision-makers who are shaping how we understand and respond to international risk. From geopolitical instability and organised crime to cybersecurity threats and hybrid warfare, each episode explores the forces transforming our world and what smart leaders must do to navigate them. Whether you're a board member, policymaker, or risk professional, The International Risk Podcast delivers actionable insights, sharp analysis, and real-world stories that matter.Dominic Bowen is the host of The International Risk Podcast and Europe's leading expert on international risk and crisis management. As Head of Strategic Advisory and Partner at one of Europe's leading risk management consulting firms, Dominic advises CEOs, boards, and senior executives across the continent on how to prepare for uncertainty and act with intent. He has spent decades working in war zones, advising multinational companies, and supporting Europe's business leaders. Dominic is the go-to business advisor for leaders navigating risk, crisis, and strategy; trusted for his clarity, calmness under pressure, and ability to turn volatility into competitive advantage. Dominic equips today's business leaders with the insight and confidence to lead through disruption and deliver sustained strategic advantage.Subscribe for all our updates! Tell us what you liked!

Taylor meets a guardian angel, Sherry, who breaks wind for him on her ebike, and her partner Cindy, who drive him and his bike 60 miles. 1:29 Taylor meets a(nother) good bike Samaritan, Henry. 7:30 Stacey's News: Our first look at transportation reauthorization https://bikeleague.org/our-first-look-at-transportation-reauthorization/?utm_source=chatgpt.com, a Massachusetts Micromobility Bill https://www.massbike.org/micromobility_bill_s_3077?utm_campaign=bike_month_newsletter_3&utm_medium=email&utm_source=massbike, San Jose cyclists may soon have to share bike lanes with DoorDash delivery robots https://abc7news.com/post/doordash-dot-san-jose-cyclists-may-soon-have-share-bike-lanes-food-delivery-robots/19126915/, and LA says it needs six more years and more staff for mobility projects that already got $100M from the state https://laist.com/news/transportation/street-services-wilmington-boyle-heights-skid-row. 10:07 Will protected bike lanes and pedestrian features on Chicago's Archer Avenue survive the impatience of drivers through the construction process? With Dixon Galvez-Searle of the Southwest Collective. https://www.swcollective.org/archer-kedzie-redesign 12:40 How San Francisco is responding to a 32% growth in biking and ebikelash in the state of California, with Robin Pam of Streets For All, Brett Thurber of The New Wheel, and Claire Amable, Advocacy Director of the SF Bicycle Coalition. 29:45 Taylor talks with Hiker Lars and biker Hugh in Humbug State Park. All three took advantage of “hike and bike,” California parks' inexpensive, no-reservation camping. https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=29607 45:02

Business NZ says a new loan scheme to help businesses ditch gas is a necessary step. This year's Budget funds up to $1.2 billion in guaranteed bank loans to help businesses transition to renewables. Potential losses are accounted for with $48 million set aside. Business NZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard told Ryan Bridge it's still a loan business will need to pay back, but it will help. She says the barrier for businesses trying to move away from gas is often capital expenditure, so they're in favour of lowering that hurdle. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Business NZ says a new loan scheme to help businesses ditch gas is a necessary step. This year's Budget funds up to $1.2 billion in guaranteed bank loans to help businesses transition to renewables. Potential losses are accounted for with $48 million set aside. Business NZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard told Ryan Bridge it's still a loan business will need to pay back, but it will help. She says the barrier for businesses trying to move away from gas is often capital expenditure, so they're in favour of lowering that hurdle. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailLanding a placement at a top bar program doesn't happen by chance. It's the result of trust, timing, and understanding what the people behind the bar actually need from a brand partner. Recorded live at Bar Convent London, this fireside chat brings together Nidal Ramini, Advocacy Director for the EAA Division at Brown-Forman, Emanuele Mensah, Director of Liquid Nation, Giulia Cuccurullo, Head Bartender at Artesian at the Langham London, and Pietro Collina, Group Beverage Director at the Thesleff Group. A panel with deep roots in some of the world's most celebrated bar programs.Together, they unpack what brands consistently get wrong when approaching bars, why one-off activations rarely move the needle, and what a relationship worth investing in actually looks like from the operator's side of the table. From navigating the realities of an increasingly selective consumer to understanding how beverage directors and head bartenders think about menu building and brand partnerships, this conversation offers a candid, practical playbook for any founder or brand team looking to build real traction in the on-premise channel.Featured Guests:Nidal Ramini, Advocacy Director - EAA Division, Brown FormanEmanuele Mensah, Director, LiquidNation Giulia Cuccurullo, Head Bartender, Artesian, the Langham LondonPietro Collina, Group Beverage Director, Thesleff GroupMentioned in this episode:Brown FormanThe World's 50 Best BarsArtesianThesleff GroupWant to stay in the know about new episodes from the podcast? Click the link here.Learn More About Park StreetSign up for our Daily Industry Newsletter.Sign Up for our Monthly Newsletter.Check out Park Street's Guide to Getting Started in the U.S. MarketFollow us for more industry insights onLinkedIn FacebookTwitterInstagram

The services sector continues to contract. The latest Services Index rose 2.7 points to 48.9 – with anything below 50 signalling contraction. New orders was the only category in expansion, sitting at 51.2, while employment remained negative for the 29th consecutive month. BusinessNZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard told Mike Hosking the figures are the result of the fuel situation due to the conflict in the Middle East. It's a shame, she says, as we started the year in quite positive territory. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The services sector continues to contract. The latest Services Index rose 2.7 points to 48.9 – with anything below 50 signalling contraction. New orders was the only category in expansion, sitting at 51.2, while employment remained negative for the 29th consecutive month. BusinessNZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard told Mike Hosking the figures are the result of the fuel situation due to the conflict in the Middle East. It's a shame, she says, as we started the year in quite positive territory. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Outdoor recreation on public lands is booming, but the funding to manage those lands is shrinking. As maintenance backlogs grow and budgets vital for outdoor recreation, public lands and waters tighten— the question is dire: will anyone bear the cost of managing public lands? And what happens if no one does? As federal funding falters, states, nonprofits, and local communities are stepping in. But is that a sustainable solution—or does it fundamentally reshape what national public lands are meant to be?SPEAKERS: Betsy Robblee, Conservation and Advocacy Director, The MountaineersJohn Garder, Senior Director of Budget & Appropriations, National Parks Conservation AllianceDan Gibbs, Executive Director, Colorado Department of Natural ResourcesModerator: Garrett Brennan, Raven Analytics + Three Pin StrategyRESOURCES:⁠⁠Great American Outdoors ActLand And Water Conservation FundAmerica the Beautiful ActNational Parks Conservation AssociationKeep Colorado Wild PassOutdoor Alliance ⁠⁠Subscribe to Winter Wildlands Alliance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Winter Wildlands Alliance Stash Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Winter Wildlands Alliance Action Center⁠SUPPORTED BY: Outdoor Alliance, REI Co-op, The Mountaineers, Duct Tape Then Beer/Dirt Bag Diaries, High Country News, Phreem Family Brewers, and University of Washington's Pack Forest.CREDITS:Produced and co-hosted by Anneka Williams and Emily ScottEdited by Adam Titmuss Theme music by Rattlesnake Preachers feat. Kerry McClayAdditional Music by Blue Dot Sessions

Senate Bill 397, An Act Concerning Democracy and Government Accountability, has been signed into law. In the legislation, there are significant changes to the use of license plate readers across the state. We did a deeper dive into this portion of the bill with Chelsea-Infinity Gonzalez, Public Policy and Advocacy Director at the ACLU of Connecticut.To read the law: C G A - Connecticut General Assembly

A school bike bus is recognized by the Burbank, California City Council for promoting safe, active Transportation. With Alfonso Directo, Jr. Advocacy Director of Act-LA and Roosevelt Elementary School parent https://www.act-la.org/ (2:53). Bike Films: “Major Taylor: Champion of the Race" Earns National News & Documentary Emmy Award Nomination-can now be streamed https://video.indianapublicmedia.org/video/major-taylor-champion-of-the-race-7pwxvd/ (9:40). “Changing Lanes,” a documentary about the conflict over a protected bike lane in Greenpoint, Brooklyn on McGuinness Boulevard. Taylor talks with the Director of Changing Lanes, Ben Wolf https://www.changinglanesdoc.com/ (10:28). Listener Email: Julian disputes Asha Weinstein's take on high powered bikes from Bike Talk's 26/12 episode https://biketalk.org/2026/03/26-12-bike-more-worry-less-e-bikes-and-avs/(15:04). Stacey's (Charlie's) News: Jersey City Approves First Protected Bike Lane in The Heights Along Franklin Street https://jerseydigs.com/protected-bike-lane-jersey-city-heights/. The City of Detroit makes bike lane data available to all riders online https://www.wxyz.com/news/region/detroit/city-of-detroit-makes-bike-lane-data-available-to-all-riders-online. Local Cyclists Fund Their Own Bike Lane Sweeper as City Fails to Maintain Infrastructure https://momentummag.com/bike-lane-sweeper-richmond-virginia/ (18:25). An urban planner running on safe streets and active transportation for the City Council of Glendale, California, Alek Bartrosouf https://www.alekforglendale.com/ (20:39). The Spring Classics 2026 with Dane Cash of the Escape Collective https://escapecollective.com/author/danecash/ (32:50). Coffee and bikes (53:32). A bill to cap NY Citibikes at the price of a bus or subway ride by NYC Councilmember Lincoln Restler https://nyc.streetsblog.org/2024/09/16/restler-bill-to-cap-e-bike-fees-sets-the-bar-high-for-citi-bikes-future (54:35)

Hands Off DC bike lanes, says the Washington Area Bicyclists Association in the face of the Trump administration's intention to remove a key part of the bike network. Kalli Krumpos, Advocacy Director, gives WABA's perspective https://waba.org/2026/03/24/four-dc-actions/ (2:34). Voices from the March 24-26, 2026 National Bike Summit in Washington, DC from bike messenger/reporter Joel Gwadz: Terry Lansdell, ED of Walk Bike North Carolina, Niles Barnes, Deputy Director of East Coast Greenway Alliance, Natasha Smith, Coordinator of Bike Walk Bowling Green in Kentucky, Patrick Martin, President of Bike ABQ in Albequerque, NM, Steven Hardy-Braz, a board member of BikeWalk NC, and Desiree Squire, Education Manager at Bike Durham in North Carolina (13:36). Charlie's News: Bike East Bay's Celebrate Trails Day ride supports the Bay Skyway. Queensland may implement strict e-bike regulations. The T's bus service will exceed pre-pandemic levels this spring. Bike-friendly Emmanuel Grégoire has won the Paris mayoral election (23:22). Los Angeles is finally adding 125 speed cameras https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2026-03-30/speeders-beware-125-traffic-cameras-are-coming-to-l-a-along-with-hefty-fines-what-you-need-to-know (25:41). Truck crash survivor Marianne Karth created the Stop Underrides Town Hall April 15 because she's hoping lives will be saved by this commonsense legislation -already law in Europe- mandating sideguards on trucks https://annaleahmary.com/2026/02/stop-underrides-national-town-hall-save-the-date/ (27:53).  “Which bike should I buy?” Taylor gets answers to the eternal question for Gloria Ines, who's in the market, from Battle Road Bikes owner Jim Cadenhead (27:53).

We often talk about public lands as playgrounds. But for many tribal nations, these places are homelands. Outdoor recreation is growing. Trailheads are full. Alpine lakes see record visitation. Social media drives more people to once-quiet places. And while that growth is a testament to how much people love wild places, it can come with real consequences. For tribal nations across Washington State, increased recreation on public lands directly impacts ancestral lands, treaty-protected rights, and the wildlife and ecosystems tribes have stewarded for generations. How do we balance growing outdoor recreation with Tribal sovereignty, cultural access, and stewardship of ancestral lands? As recreation expands, how do we move forward responsibly?SPEAKERS: Libby Nelson, Sr. Environmental Policy Analyst, Tulalip TribesSarah Ballew, External Affairs Program Manager, Snoqualmie TribeEzekiel Rohloff, Wildlife Biologist, Snoqualmie TribeJoel Sisolak, Lands Planning and Recreation Manager, Washington Department of Fish & WildlifeModerator: Betsy Robblee, Conservation and Advocacy Director, The MountaineersRESOURCES:The Recreation Boom on Public Lands in Western Washington: Impacts to Wildlife and Implications for Treaty TribesSnoqualmie Tribe Ancestral Lands MovementState Tribal Recreation Impact Initiative (STRI)⁠⁠Subscribe to Winter Wildlands Alliance⁠⁠⁠⁠Winter Wildlands Alliance Stash Blog⁠⁠SUPPORTED BY: Outdoor Alliance, REI Co-op, The Mountaineers, Duct Tape Then Beer/Dirt Bag Diaries, High Country News, Phreem Family Brewers, and University of Washington's Pack Forest.CREDITS:Produced and co-hosted by Anneka Williams and Emily ScottEdited by Adam Titmuss Theme music by Rattlesnake Preachers feat. Kerry McClayAdditional Music by Blue Dot Sessions

It's believed businesses will hold off on hiking prices for as long as possible as rising fuel prices risk pushing inflation up. Reserve Bank Governor Anna Breman says fuel prices are likely to lead to higher inflation and weaker growth over the coming months. She says it's too early to say how much that will push up inflation across the board, or whether the Official Cash Rate will need to be hiked earlier than expected. BusinessNZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard told Ryan Bridge there was discussion with suppliers to make any price increases as a result of fuel transparent, so they won't get baked in. She says businesses are preparing for the worst, but things at the moment aren't too bad. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's believed businesses will hold off on hiking prices for as long as possible as rising fuel prices risk pushing inflation up. Reserve Bank Governor Anna Breman says fuel prices are likely to lead to higher inflation and weaker growth over the coming months. She says it's too early to say how much that will push up inflation across the board, or whether the Official Cash Rate will need to be hiked earlier than expected. BusinessNZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard told Ryan Bridge there was discussion with suppliers to make any price increases as a result of fuel transparent, so they won't get baked in. She says businesses are preparing for the worst, but things at the moment aren't too bad. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's head to Yakima for a visit with Paul Beveridge, owner of Wilridge Vineyard, Winery & Distillery and Abraham Gonzalez, Vineyard Manager of Naches Heights Vineyard. Wilridge Vineyard, Winery & Distillery, founded in 1988, is a renowned, eco-conscious producer located in Washington State, often recognized as the state's first certified Organic, Biodynamic, and Salmon-Safe vineyard and winery. Naches Heights Vineyard is a pioneering, sustainably focused winery and vineyard located in Yakima, Washington, founded in 2002. Paul and Abraham are mentor and mentee through the Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) Mentorship Program. Listen as Paul and Abraham explore the benefits of becoming certified organic, the unique challenges of making organic wine, and much more!Plus we'll make a Provider Connection with Ben Bowell, Education and Advocacy Director of Oregon Tilth.This episode was funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP).The Farm Walks Podcast is collaboratively organized by Tilth Alliance and WSU Food Systems. Visit farmwalks.org to learn more.

Many Hawaii agriculture producers we speak with feel stressed and a bit confused by the workings of politics and the bills in the legislature. They want to see important changes happen, but are unclear what agriculture-related bills may be in session, or how individuals can be more involved to help things change. In this episode we speak with Hunter Heaivilin, Hawaii Farmers Union's Advocacy Director and founder of Supersistence to try to get a handle on the state of things in early 2026 and what folks can do to help impact the changes they want to see.Brought to you by University of Hawaii College of Tropical Ag. and Human Resilience (CTAHR), and the Seeds of Well-being (SOW) Project. This podcast is supported by the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN) grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Institute of Food and Agriculture and Hawaii Department of Agriculture.Resources:SupersistenceHawaii Farmers Union United (HFU) Hawaii agriculture bill tracking and legislative progressNational Healthy Soils Policy NetworkOur podcast with NRCSOur podcast with Hawaii Ulu Co-opFind out more about us: Seeds Of Wellbeing website Seeds of Wellbeing Resource Hub All the SOW links

The business events sector's working to bump up our international multi-day conferences, which are currently lagging behind domestic bookings. A Business Events Industry Aotearoa report shows events contributed $925 million to the economy last year. Multi-day conferences generated approximately 1.5-million visitor nights for accommodation, nationwide. BusinessNZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard told Ryan Bridge if you want to attract events you have to have good venues that are big enough to take big conferences – like the new International Conference Centre in Auckland. She says it's a bit like stadium shows for major music acts – if you don't have the events and can't draw the crowds, you're going to miss out. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The business events sector's working to bump up our international multi-day conferences, which are currently lagging behind domestic bookings. A Business Events Industry Aotearoa report shows events contributed $925 million to the economy last year. Multi-day conferences generated approximately 1.5-million visitor nights for accommodation, nationwide. BusinessNZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard told Ryan Bridge if you want to attract events you have to have good venues that are big enough to take big conferences – like the new International Conference Centre in Auckland. She says it's a bit like stadium shows for major music acts – if you don't have the events and can't draw the crowds, you're going to miss out. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As of this month, nearly 400,000 immigrants have been arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.And ICE continues to carry out public raids and individual seizures across the country. As their tactics become more aggressive, we look at the rights of the detained, of witnesses and of property and business owners. We also take a closer look at the immigration legislation beginning to be debated in the Tennessee General Assembly. Call 615-760-2000 during the show — or pop into the chat on our YouTube stream — to ask questions and share your insights.Guests Judith Clerjeune, Advocacy Director, Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition Luis Pedraza, Music City Migrawatch Emily Stotts, Legal Director, Tennessee Justice for Our Neighbors

https://media.blubrry.com/counterspin/content.blubrry.com/counterspin/CounterSpin260130.mp3 Right-click here to download this episode (“Save link as…”). Free Press (1/26/26) This week on CounterSpin: There are reports that people out in the street opposing ICE abductions of their neighbors are chanting, “We're not cold, we're not afraid. Minnesota made us brave.” Around the country, people who never called themselves “political” are moving out of their comfort zone to register their opposition to violent, state-sanctioned power being unleashed on their communities in the service of racist authoritarianism. The spark is the murders by ICE of Keith Porter, Renee Good and Alex Pretti—that's just this year—but the resistance in Minneapolis isn't sprouting from nowhere; it has roots. Corporate news media evince little understanding of the kind of local, neighbor-to-neighbor communication and connection that has existed for decades, and that today is pulling people together across race, gender, age, class, religion lines in Minneapolis. That's just one way elite media remove themselves further every day from the conversations people want to have. But elite reporters could at least use their proximity to power to talk about what the state and corporate forces are doing to try and squelch the growing resistance, including basic rights you'd hope journalists would care about, like that of people to witness actions carried out with their money and in their name. Our guest put together a report on how “DHS Is Expanding Domestic Surveillance While Targeting Efforts to Document and Dissent.” Jenna Ruddock is Advocacy Director at the group Free Press. We hear from her this week on CounterSpin. https://media.blubrry.com/counterspin/content.blubrry.com/counterspin/CounterSpin260130Ruddock.mp3 Plus Janine Jackson takes a quick look at press coverage of the Minneapolis clampdown, and at the lack of recent coverage of Gaza. https://media.blubrry.com/counterspin/content.blubrry.com/counterspin/CounterSpin260130Banter.mp3

Send us a textOn Monday, January 12, 2026, the Georgia General Assembly continues its 158th session…which began with the 2025 General Assembly in the traditional two-year cycle. It gets pretty busy around the Gold Dome and even here next door at the Twin Towers. From budget battles and education reform to healthcare, transportation, and election law changes, there is a lot going on. Joining us today to preview the session is Polly McKinney, Advocacy Director for Voices for Georgia's Children and a partner at Lexicon Strategies; Liz Young is Director of Government Relations and Special Projects here at DECAL, Rian Ringsrud is our Deputy Commissioner for Finance and Administration, and our special guest Greg Bluestein is Chief Political Reporter with the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. We will also hear from State Rep Rick Townsend who joined us in Brunswick for a recent podcast on our Chop, Look, Listen campaign and took a moment to do a little legislative prognosticating.  Support the show

Guest host Shannon Moody is joined by Shane Noem, a Republican lobbyist from Northern Kentucky with Roebling Solutions and a Kentucky Youth Advocates board member, Jared Smith, partner at the government and public relations firm Piper Smith based in Lexington, and Alicia Whatley, KYA's Senior Policy and Advocacy Director. They discuss what to expect in the 2026 legislative session, including priorities impacting kids, state budget considerations, and the realities facing the Kentucky General Assembly. Learn more about the Blueprint for Kentucky's Children 2026 priorities and more at kyyouth.org/blueprintKY. Thank you to Aetna Better Health of Kentucky for supporting the Making Kids Count Podcast. Visit AetnaMedicaidKY.com/choose to learn more about their health care benefits and programs designed with your family's wellbeing in mind.

Our Mission Statement, reviews, a listener email, and please take our survey! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVwttiNKX8APpEgM3lmvlUI9d8KqQl9uedQ8YmdiJ5rPf0ow/viewform (0:19) Charlie's News New bike lanes in Boston increase bike trips and decrease car traffic https://mass.streetsblog.org/2025/12/05/boston-data-show-streets-with-new-bike-lanes-successfully-shift-traffic-from-cars-to-bikes; Astoria, Queens rips up a partially installed bike lane due to bikelash https://nyc.streetsblog.org/2025/12/05/queens-judge-orders-city-to-nix-half-installed-queens-bike-lane; Iowa City free bus ridership and service is up, emissions down https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/18/climate/iowa-city-free-buses.html; FSA/HSA pre-tax $ can be put towards a bike- with a doctor's note https://usa.streetsblog.org/2025/12/04/this-holiday-season-buy-your-kid-a-bike-with-your-pre-tax-healthcare-money(4:57). Montreal plows snow from bike lanes and sidewalks. Why can't every snowy city? We ask Patrick Murphy of O The Urbanity https://bsky.app/profile/ohtheurbanity.bsky.social (7:28). A round table on the NY Times Article "The Dangers of Ebikes" https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/30/briefing/the-dangers-of-e-bikes.html with our New Yorker/Marin County panel- Warren Wells, Policy and Advocacy Director of the Marin County Bicycle Coalition https://marinbike.org; Carl Mahaney, Director of Streetopia Upper West Side https://www.streetopia.city; Sophia Lebowitz, writer of “The ‘Problem' With E-Bikes? The Super Fast Illegal Ones,” https://nyc.streetsblog.org/2025/10/21/the-problem-with-e-bikes-the-super-fast-illegal-ones and Miser, organizer of the subreddit MicromobilityNYC https://www.reddit.com/r/MicromobilityNYC/: (14:50) A bike tour of Japan by Aaron Lipstadt (42:25). Bill Walton's Bike Thought (54:57) Stacey's Bike Thought (55:22) Also, 12/12/25 is the last day people can order Bike Talk books from the Bookshop page at biketalk.org with Standard Shipping to have them arrive on time to put under the tree.

Ava Smithing, Advocacy Director at the Young People's Alliance, returns to Scrolling 2 Death to share an exciting new project. If you missed her previous episodes, Ava is a leading youth voice for nonpartisan policy solutions for safer technology development. Growing up in the early days of social media, she experienced firsthand how harmful algorithms can shape young users' lives - even contributing to her own struggle with an eating disorder. Now, she's turned that experience into a mission to raise awareness and drive change.In this episode, Ava dives into two key concerns:The dangers of engagement algorithms and the harmful content they amplify.The erosion of privacy, as tech companies quietly collect and share user data across apps and sites to influence what we see and buy online.To elevate youth perspectives, Ava has launched a new podcast, Left to Their Own Devices, which explores the real stories of young people navigating life online. But the show doesn't just highlight the harms; it imagines what a healthier, more ethical digital world could look like.Tune in as Nicki from Scrolling 2 Death and Ava discuss why young people shouldn't just be consulted about technology's future -  they should be guiding us all

Bold, bipartisan centred planning is key to ensuring New Zealand doesn't succumb to the effects of a dwindling population and economic growth. A new BusinessNZ report's calling for a cross-party vision and long-term goals to strengthen the country by 2050. It notes a labour shortage of at least a quarter of a million is expected before then, and there's also a one in four chance the population doesn't grow. Advocacy Director Catherine Beard says businesses are sick of political u-turns and flip-flops. She told Mike Hosking we're currently stumbling towards the future in a blindfolded fashion, and the report is designed to get everyone to think outside of the box. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you get everyone from cattle ranchers to cyclists, snowmobilers, hunters, wildlife biologists, indigenous tribes, and politicians from both sides of the aisle to agree on how to best manage, protect, and utilize our public lands? It ain't easy.But the GORP Act took on this challenge, and its collaborative approach could serve as a blueprint for the future. So, we sat down with Jon Hare, Advocacy Director for High Country Conservation Advocates, to get the full story. We discuss why they're trying to use federal legislation to implement local land management policies; the challenges (and rewards) of working closely with so many different public land users with different priorities; and much more.RELATED LINKS: BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredGORP Act: Learn MoreGORP Act: Interactive MapGet Our 25/26 Winter Buyer's GuideDiscounted Summit Registration for BLISTER+ MembersNon-Member Registration: Blister Summit 2026Get Our Newsletter & Weekly Gear GiveawaysCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel) TOPICS & TIMES: New BLISTER+ Members (2:35)John's Background (3:43)GORP Act Backstory (6:14)Who Was Involved? (10:42)‘Future-Proofing' Public Lands (15:11)Addressing Extractive Uses (21:33)Motorized vs. Non-Motorized Recreation (25:45)Achieving Bipartisan Support (33:06)Future of the GORP Act (35:29)Federal Management vs. Local Impacts (38:55)Similar Legislation in Other Locations? (45:55)Learn More About the GORP Act (52:36)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest host Shannon Moody is joined by Allison Adams, president and CEO of the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky, Bruce Lesley, president of First Focus on Children, and Alicia Whatley, Senior Policy & Advocacy Director at Kentucky Youth Advocates. The advocates discuss the “Make America Healthy Again” movement – nationally and in Kentucky – and the impact on child health and well-being. Thank you to Aetna Better Health of Kentucky for supporting the Making Kids Count Podcast. Visit AetnaMedicaidKY.com/choose to learn more about their health care benefits and programs designed with your family's wellbeing in mind.

Send us a textOn this episode of @SeriousPrivacy, hosts Paul Breitbarth and Dr. K Royal (Ralph wasn'  able to join us in DC) catch up with Tahu Kukutai, Professor, The University of Waikato; Jade Makory, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, FIP, Legal and Advocacy Director, Data Analytics Kenya, and Privacy Expert, PwC (on Sabbatical); and Shana Morgan, AIGP, CIPP/E, CIPM, FIP, Global Head of AI / Privacy, L3Harris Technologies - just after the first IAPP panel on indigenous privacy at GPS25 (moderated by Shoshana Rosenberg). Fabulous and enlightening.   Powered by TrustArcSeamlessly manage your privacy program, assess risks, and stay up to date on laws across the globe.With TrustArc's Privacy Studio and Governance Suite, you can automate cookie compliance, streamline data subject rights, and centralize your privacy tasks—all while reducing compliance costs. Visit TrustArc.com/serious-privacy.If you have comments or questions, find us on LinkedIn and Instagram @seriousprivacy, and on BlueSky under @seriousprivacy.eu, @europaulb.seriousprivacy.eu, @heartofprivacy.bsky.app and @igrobrien.seriousprivacy.eu, and email podcast@seriousprivacy.eu. Rate and Review us! From Season 6, our episodes are edited by Fey O'Brien. Our intro and exit music is Channel Intro 24 by Sascha Ende, licensed under CC BY 4.0. with the voiceover by Tim Foley.

Encouraging investment is a top priority in this month's upcoming Budget, according to new reports. Prime Minister Chris Luxon says it'll come from a small number of measures, including more funding for a R&D tax credit. BusinessNZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard says New Zealand is currently one of the hardest OECD countries to invest in. She says the new agency, Invest New Zealand, is one positive measure. "Much more like a concierge sort of treatment for investors - and they will have the door flung open and the welcome mat put out." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Tarnowski—Policy and Advocacy Director at EdChoice, host of the State of Choice Podcast, and a Young Voices Contributor. Why School Choice Is Backed by Evidence— Not Ideology

To commemorate sexual assault awareness month, correspondent Antonia Gonzales sits down with three advocates from the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women about their work in tribal communities. Host: Lou DiVizioCorrespondent: Antonia Gonzales (Navajo)Guests: Tiffany Jiron (Pueblo of Isleta), Executive Director, Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native WomenCharolette Gonzales (Diné, San Ildefonso Pueblo), Policy and Advocacy Director, Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native WomenPatrick Gallegos, Sex Trafficking Prevention Coordinator, Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women 

For their weekly catchup w/ the Green Party's Ricardo Menendez-March, Oto spoke to him about Brooke van Velden's changes to the health and safety at work act, The recent controversies over comments made by Greens MPs Tamatha Paul and Benjamin Doyle and The Greens' call to scrap government changes to early childhood care. For this week's Green Desk, Producer Leilani speaks to the Hospital Manager at BirdCare Aotearoa; a rehabilitation hospital for native birds, Pooja Dorle, about how to care for a sick or injured bird. Producer Liam, and News and Editorial Director, Joel, also attended their EcoFest workshop to check out the hospital, prior to their next event on the 6th of April. Thanks to Ecofest 2025! Tuesday Wire Host, Castor, speaks to the Movement Building and Advocacy Director for Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand, Lisa Woods, about new research showing many are concerned for social cohesion in the country. For this week's Get Action! Oto spoke to Clinical Psychologist Dr Kumari Valentine about a petition to the government to roll back plans to introduce a new associate Psychology role. And he spoke to Rachel Mackintosh, Assistant National Secretary at E Tū, about a poll they conducted showing opposition to the government's plan to cut living wage requirements for a number of professions.

New research, which has been commissioned by the Helen Clark Foundation shows that many are expressing concern for social cohesion in the country. Tuesday Wire Host, Castor, spoke to the Movement Building and Advocacy Director for Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand, Lisa Woods, about this research, and why people may be concerned for social cohesion in New Zealand.

Episode Deep-Dive Analysis Available at maffeodrinks.com In this episode of the Maffeo Drinks Podcast, host Chris Maffeo chats with Roberta Mariani, the Advocacy Director for Savoia and Ital Spirits. Roberta shares her extensive experience in the hospitality and drinks industry, offering insights on building effective advocacy programs, the rise of the aperitivo culture, and focusing on category education over brand promotion. They also discuss the evolving role of Italian bartenders, the increasing popularity of vermouth and Amari, and the critical issue of well-being within the industry. Whether you're in the drinks business or simply a cocktail enthusiast, tune in for a deep dive into the latest industry trends and tips for achieving a sustainable work-life balance.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:32 Guest Introduction: Roberta Mariani02:41 Building Brand Advocacy07:34 The Rise of Aperitivo Culture12:47 The Role of Italian Bartenders23:56 Innovative Cocktail Creation31:18 Promoting Well-being in the Industry38:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts If what we discussed hits home and you want support from us, get in touch at bottomup@maffeodrinks.com or check maffeodrinks.com for the key insights from this episode.

In this episode of the Maffeo Drinks Podcast, host Chris Maffeo chats with Roberta Mariani, the Advocacy Director for Savoia and Ital Spirits. Roberta shares her extensive experience in the hospitality and drinks industry, offering insights on building effective advocacy programs, the rise of the aperitivo culture, and focusing on category education over brand promotion. They also discuss the evolving role of Italian bartenders, the increasing popularity of vermouth and Amari, and the critical issue of well-being within the industry. Whether you're in the drinks business or simply a cocktail enthusiast, tune in for a deep dive into the latest industry trends and tips for achieving a sustainable work-life balance.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:32 Guest Introduction: Roberta Mariani02:41 Building Brand Advocacy07:34 The Rise of Aperitivo Culture12:47 The Role of Italian Bartenders23:56 Innovative Cocktail Creation31:18 Promoting Well-being in the Industry38:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

This week we dive into the TikTok ban, explaining how Congress passed a law requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok, only for both Biden and Trump to refuse enforcement. Spangle is joined by Ed Tarnowski to break down the implications for the rule of law, executive power, and the growing tension between Congress and the presidency. Plus, Spangle shares his approach to staying informed without being overwhelmed. Ed Tarnowski is a Policy and Advocacy Director at EdChoice and host of the State of Choice Podcast. At EdChoice, he leads the organization's advocacy efforts on national policy. He is a young voices contributor.  A TikTok-ing Time Bomb for the Rule of Law - https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2025/01/30/a_tiktok-ing_time_bomb_for_rule_of_law_152273.amp.html Video - https://youtu.be/qOP2sm5GSKo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump's administration pledged to deport approximately 11 million people who lack permanent legal status. And last week, Tennessee's legislature passed a sweeping immigration law to support Trump's planned mass deportation. Today, we hear details about the new policies and their effects on immigrants and refugees in Nashville. Plus, we learn about resources and “know your rights” programs for community members, educators and students. And once again, it's your turn to talk. Call us at 615-760-2000. We want to know: Is immigration policy headed in the right direction?This episode was produced by Mary Mancini.GUESTS Stella Yarbrough, Legal Director, ACLU of Tennessee Marianna Bacallao, Politics Reporter, WPLN Judith Clerjune, Campaigns and Advocacy Director, Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition (TIRRC) Rose Gilbert, General Assignment Reporter, WPLN Max Rykov, Director of Development & Communications, Nashville International Center for Empowerment (NICE)  Char Daston, Newscast Producer and Reporter, WPLN

Send us a textOpening Day for the 2025 Georgia General Assembly is Monday, January 13, and on today's podcast, as lawmakers head back to the state capitol, we're previewing some of the key issues, proposed bills, and political dynamics to watch. Joining us to talk about the upcoming legislative session is Liz Young, DECAL's Director of Government Relations and Special Projects; Polly McKinney, Advocacy Director with Voices for Georgia's Children; Rian Ringsrud, Deputy Commissioner for Finance and Administration here at DECAL; and Ira Sudman, General Counsel for DECAL.  Support the show

  When we put our faith into action and center justice, fighting for the rights of everyone, particularly those most marginalized, we embody Christ. Mom and I caught up with Lindsey Krinks, Advocacy Director and co-founder of Open Table Nashville, a non-profit and interfaith community based in Tennessee whose work includes four core pillars: “street outreach, education on issues of homelessness, a solidarity network, and advocacy with our friends on the streets.”   Throughout this episode we discuss Lindsey's spiritual journey and embrace of liberation theology, and how it led her to the work she does now through Open Table Nashville (OTN) which focuses on collective liberation. OTN understands that without a systemic analysis of homelessness and poverty, we cannot, as a society, shift away from these issues. We also dive into the many ways scripture and spiritual teachers such as Saint Francis of Assisi (“Preach the gospel at all times; use words when necessary.”), call us out of the pews and into purposeful action. Lindsey shares practical tips for showing up in our church spaces, and within our day-to-day lives in support of our friends experiencing homelessness.  In addition to her work with OTN, Lindsey is the author of Praying with our Feet: Pursuing Justice and Healing on the Street which invites readers into her story as a street chaplain, activist, and nonprofit leader standing at the margins of American society, and on the front lines of social justice movements where faith means getting your hands dirty in the struggle for a better world. You can support the work of OTN by making a donation (at any level) , signing up for an educational training session (so you can show up in your community and make a difference), or reach out to them to do a speaking engagement at your church / within your community.  Stay Connected with Lindsey's Work: Lindsey KrinksOpen Table Nashville  Instagram: Open Table Nashville (@opentablenashville)  Facebook: Open Table Nashville, Inc. Twitter: @OpenTableNash  Resources / Info. Mentioned: The Beatitudes, Matthew 5:3-12  Praying with our Feet: Pursuing Justice and Healing on the Streets  by Lindsey Krinks // Watch the book trailer here.  Grace Can Lead Us Home: A Christian Call to End Homelessness by Kevin Nye. Check out our interview with him here.   Some of Lindsey's spiritual teachers:  Dorothy Day  Archbishop Oscar Romero  Richard Rohr  Walter Bruggemann Help Us Spread the Word! If you enjoy the Pray with our Feet podcast, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, where you can subscribe to the show. You can also listen on Spotify, and on all major streaming platforms. BE in Community with Us:  Find devotionals, blog posts, and shop in our  online store.  Head over to Instagram and Threads where the conversation continues between episodes.   Enjoy our @PrayWithOurFeet IG Live series, Move it Forward Monday, uplifting conversations that spark change with activists, community leaders, artists and more.   Special thank you to my husband Keston De Coteau, for podcast production; he is an award-winning videographer and photographer. 

In the first episode of Season 2, we discuss how the movement to abolish family policing is intrinsically linked to struggles for freedom in Palestine and Sudan. Solidarity unites us and makes our movements stronger.  Harm is exported and imported around the world. Tactics of family separation in the U.S. through the child welfare system mirror state violence in other countries. Our guests make these connections and invite us all to become internationalists.  Episode Guests: Nadia Ben-Youssef is the granddaughter of artists, refugees, and revolutionaries. A human rights lawyer by training, Nadia currently serves as the Advocacy Director at the Center for Constitutional Rights, a radical legal and advocacy organization working with social movements to dismantle racism, cisheteropatriarchy, economic oppression and abusive state practices. Central to Nadia's lifework is a commitment to the liberation of Palestine, and she is a proud co-founder of the Adalah Justice Project.  Tarek Ismail is an Associate Professor at CUNY Law School, where he co-directs the Family Law Practice Clinic and Family Defense Practicum. He is also counsel to CUNY Law's Creating Law Enforcement Accountability & Responsibility (CLEAR) project. Episode Notes: Support the work of upEND: upendmovement.org/donate Tarek mentions Noura Erakat's book Justice for Some. Follow the Center for Constitutional Rights (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) and @nadiaby on Twitter.  Follow CUNY Law School at @CUNYLaw and @tarekzismail on Twitter. Credits:  Hosted by Josie Pickens and Jaison Oliver Produced by Sydnie Mares Mixed by Luke Brawner