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Serious Privacy
Indescribably Intuitive: Indigenous Privacy

Serious Privacy

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 36:46


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.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Catherine Beard: BusinessNZ Advocacy Director explains the benefits of encouraging investment in New Zealand

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 2:23 Transcription Available


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.

The Steve Gruber Show
Ed Tarnowski | Why School Choice Is Backed by Evidence— Not Ideology

The Steve Gruber Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 7:30


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

Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 3:44


New Mexico in Focus (A Production of NMPBS)
Stopping Violence in Tribal Communities

New Mexico in Focus (A Production of NMPBS)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 18:08


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 

Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 8:31


95bFM
The Wire w/ Oto: 2 April, 2025

95bFM

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025


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.

95bFM
New findings show concerns over lack of social cohesion in Aotearoa w/ Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand's Lisa Woods: 2 April, 2025

95bFM

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025


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.

95bFM: The Wire
The Wire w/ Oto: 2 April, 2025

95bFM: The Wire

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025


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.

95bFM: The Wire
New findings show concerns over lack of social cohesion in Aotearoa w/ Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand's Lisa Woods: 2 April, 2025

95bFM: The Wire

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025


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.

Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 8:31


Early Edition with Kate Hawkesby
Jacqui Southey: Save the Children Advocacy Director on OT makes privacy breaches

Early Edition with Kate Hawkesby

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 3:34 Transcription Available


Save the Children says Oranga Tamariki needs to step up communication in the name of trust, so they can do their job. A newly released review has highlighted nine representative privacy breaches, with at least one leading to a mother being abused after her address was shared to her child's father. Save the Children Advocacy Director Jacqui Southey told Andrew Dickens if the public don't trust the agency, they'll struggle to receive the reports they need to work effectively. Southey says it cannot be underestimated how critical it is for them to step up and communicate how they're rectifying this and making the changes people want to see. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The MAFFEO DRINKS Podcast
094 | Beyond Brand Training: Education & The Evolution of Aperitivo | Roberta Mariani | Savoia & Italicus

The MAFFEO DRINKS Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 40:26


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

Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 5:09


Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 8:31


Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 8:31


Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 7:30


We Are Libertarians
The Rule of Law and the TikTok Ban: What's Really Happening?

We Are Libertarians

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 27:27


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

This Is Nashville
Your Turn to Talk: new immigration policy

This Is Nashville

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 50:04


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

Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 7:31


Best of Business
Catherine Beard: Business NZ Advocacy Director on the potential impact of US tariffs on NZ exporters

Best of Business

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 3:12 Transcription Available


New Zealand remains in the dark about Donald Trump's tariff plan, as new data shows the US has overtaken Australia as our second largest destination for exported goods. Business NZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard told Andrew Dickens blanket tariffs wouldn't have the same impact as targeted tariffs. She says it would mean the cost will be passed on to the US consumer rather than having to be absorbed by exporters, and we would still be competitive against other markets. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Early Edition with Kate Hawkesby
Catherine Beard: Business NZ Advocacy Director on the potential impact of US tariffs on NZ exporters

Early Edition with Kate Hawkesby

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 3:04 Transcription Available


New Zealand remains in the dark about Donald Trump's tariff plan, as new data shows the US has overtaken Australia as our second largest destination for exported goods. Business NZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard told Andrew Dickens blanket tariffs wouldn't have the same impact as targeted tariffs. She says it would mean the cost will be passed on to the US consumer rather than having to be absorbed by exporters, and we would still be competitive against other markets. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 5:48


Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 8:31


Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 7:31


DECAL Download
Episode 12 - 2025 Legislative Preview

DECAL Download

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 37:31


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

Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 11:01


Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 11:01


Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 8:31


Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 8:31


Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 8:31


Smart Talk
Study finds microplastics in waterways throughout Pennsylvania

Smart Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 22:02


A study for the advocacy group PennEnvironment found microplastics present in waterways throughout Pennsylvania, making it a major concern in the fight against pollution. Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastics that is not biodegradable according to Faran Saviz, Zero Waste Advocate with PennEnvironment. “There are some you can see in the visible environment, especially tiny plastic pellets called nurdles that are used to make larger plastic products. But a lot of these microplastics you just can't see, but they're out there, “said Saviz. PennEnvironment has done two projects for testing microplastics and has tested over 100 waters in Pennsylvania. “We found microplastics in every single waterway that we've tested. Our most recent one was on some of our cleanest, most important waterways around the state. They're called exceptional value, high quality or class A cold water trout streams. So, these are sort of the best of the best that we have. And unfortunately, we found microplastics in every single one that we tested. Meaning it doesn't matter if it's the cleanest waterway or the dirtiest. It doesn't matter if there's visible litter or absolutely nothing at all. Pristine nature. These plastics are polluting everything everywhere, “said Saviz. Harry Campbell, PA Science Policy and Advocacy Director at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation says research suggests humans ingest about 2,000 particles of microplastics a week over the course of a year. “That can get into our hearts, into our brains, into our bloodstream, into our lungs through. And it can affect a whole myriad of systems with either physical irritation or the impacts of those compounds that make up that plastic particle as they begin to degrade, whether it be in the environment or in our bodies, those compounds that make up that plastic start to degrade into their individual chemical components. And those components can act as singularly or synergistically in combination to cause cancers to affect even mental health learning rates and other factors that are a direct correlation to our own health and well-being, “said Campbell.    Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pray With our Feet
Putting our Faith into Action with Lindsey Krinks of Open Table Nashville

Pray With our Feet

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 62:13


  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. 

Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 7:31


The upEND Podcast
Becoming Internationalists (with Nadia Ben-Youssef and Tarek Ismail)

The upEND Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 66:22


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

Appointed: A Canadian Senator Bringing Margins to the Centre
A Conversation with Criminal Defence Lawyer Theresa Donkor about GLBI, Poverty, and the Mass Incarceration of Black Canadians

Appointed: A Canadian Senator Bringing Margins to the Centre

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 25:55


On this episode of Appointed, Kim speaks with criminal defence lawyer Theresa Donkor about guaranteed livable basic income, the mass incarceration of Black, Indigenous and BIPOC Canadians, and Ms Donkor's analysis of how poverty and systemic racism contribute to the over-criminalization and imprisonment of her clients. Theresa Donkor is a criminal defence lawyer and the Advocacy Director for the Canadian Association of Black Lawyers (CABL). She advocates with a focus on racial justice, and in this episode discusses the intersectional benefits of guaranteed livable basic income. The conversation also includes her expert testimony before Standing Senate Committees, most recently before the Standing Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs regarding a new car theft provision introduced in the Criminal Code via 2024 budget implementation legislation ––––––––––––––––––––––––––Information Materials re: Facts about Guaranteed Liveable Basic Income can be read hereAbout Theresa Donkor hereAbout the Canadian Association of Black Lawyers here

Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 11:00


Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 7:00


Making Kids Count
The State of Youth Vaping

Making Kids Count

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 33:21


Alicia Whatley, KYA's Senior Policy & Advocacy Director, is joined by Dr. Brit Anderson, pediatrician and vice president of the Kentucky Chapter of the American Academy for Pediatrics, Bruce Crouch, who has served as a school resource officer in Taylor County and helps lead the Taylor County Youth Coalition, and Ashlea Christiansen, Kentucky government relations director for the American Heart Association. They look at the state of youth vaping, prevention and intervention practices, and advocacy needed to enact policies that focus on preventing and ending vaping use among Kentucky kids and teens. Find Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program information here. 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.

Gun Freedom Radio
The 2A in Massachusetts is a Mess with Kerrie Ann Auclair - GunFreedomRadio EP457

Gun Freedom Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 51:30


Our guest today is Kerrie Ann Auclair. Kerrie is a committed advocate for the Second Amendment and a seasoned firearms instructor deeply dedicated to creating safer communities through education. Kerrie is the State Director for Women for Gun Rights (WGR) in Massachusetts and Armed Women of America (AWA). She serves on the board of the Second Amendment Institute (SAI) and is the Women's Advocacy Director and Women's Program Assistant for Gun Owners Action League (GOAL). Kerrie is also one of the co-hosts for Sisters In Arms - A Firearm Story on YouTube. 1) The title of this episode alludes to something rotten happening to gun rights in MA. Can you please elaborate? 2) Tell us about the work you do with Woman for Gun Rights? 3) What led you to become a female firearm instructor? 4) Armed Women of America is currently doing a benefit auction through our POGAuctions .com. Why is AWA such an important organization? 5) You host a Podcast called Sisters in Arms – what has been your most impactful episode and why? Originally Aired 8.19.24

EdChoice Chats
Ep. 415: State of Choice - August 2024

EdChoice Chats

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 39:38


In this episode of State of Choice, host Ed Tarnowski talks with Dr. Vance Ginn, chief economist at Pelican Institute for Public Policy and founder and president of Ginn Economic Consulting. Also featuring: Katherine Munal, Policy & Advocacy Director, and Joey Magaña, Vice President of Policy and Advocacy.

End It For Good
Ep. 70 - From "tough on drugs" legislator to psychedelic therapy advocate - Jesse MacLaughlin

End It For Good

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 47:14


Jesse MacLaughlin the State Policy and Advocacy Director at Reason for Hope, a national suicide prevention non-profit. He's also a former Republican state representative, elected at just 24 years old. Jesse shares his journey from being a "tough on drugs" advocate to having his own experience with psychedelics that began his journey of healing from depression, and what triggered his passion to make experiences like his accessible to other people who are suffering. He also shares some of the risks, as well as what he hopes the world looks like in 20 years related to psychedelic therapy.  

Bike Talk
Bike Talk - Car Sinks, Vehicular Cycling, Blocked Lanes, Gravel Bikes, and World Naked Protest Rides

Bike Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 59:52


Taylor pays $1200 for his car's damper pulley, which leads to a discussion of how cars are money sinks and we need universal mobility. 0:23 A listener email from Berkeley resident Benjamin Fry rekindles a debate on "vehicular cycling." 6:20 Vehicular Cycling is part of the history of bike education. The Advocacy Director of Bike East Bay, Robert Printz, lays it down. Also, how Oakland unblocks bike lanes. 8:35 What gravel bike to buy, and where to ride gravel. A conversation with Taylor, who's thinking of buying a gravel bike, and veteran bike advocate and founder of Gravel Bike California, Zachary Rynew. 22:23 Taylor talks to author Steve Hunt about the article Naked Protest and Radical Cycling: A History of the Journey to the World Naked Bike Ride. 38:30 Stacey's Bike Thought 57:10

Michigan's Big Show
* Zach Rudat, Advocacy Director for the Michigan Freedom Fund

Michigan's Big Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 7:31


Rise Up
E-Bikes

Rise Up

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 28:05


Did you know you don't have to be a pro cyclist to keep up with the racers competing in the Tour de France? E-bikes are one of the best environmentally conscious transportation options that keep you fit while having fun. These electric bikes significantly reduce carbon emissions, decrease air and noise pollution, and use less energy and resources for production and maintenance compared to traditional vehicles. Plus, they offer an efficient, cost-effective alternative to driving, making them a smart choice for both your health and the planet. In this final episode of season five, hear from Matthew Penniman, Communications and Advocacy Director at the League of Michigan Bicyclists, as he discusses the importance of e-bikes, technology advancements, costs, and the adoption of a new transportation system. Get Connected: Rise Up Podcast: https://www.riseupmidwest.org The Energy Fair: https://www.theenergyfair.org The MREA: https://www.midwestrenew.org Email: Info@midwestrenew.org 0:00 Matt Penniman Introduction 1:19 League of Michigan Bicyclists 3:44 Why are bicycles important? 4:47 The League's priorities 6:35 Tensions between road users 8:31 Technology advancements in mobility 9:58 Consumer considerations 13:50 Changes in electric bikes 15:09 Battery range estimations 18:02 Cost range 18:47 Form factors 21:37 Adapting the transportation system 23:15 Communities leading the way on micro mobility 24:00 Future vision for micro mobility and bicycles 25:46 Additional resources and closing thoughts ABOUT OUR GUEST: MATTHEW PENNIMAN A passionate cyclist and communication strategist, Matthew Penniman assumed the role of Communications and Advocacy Director at the League of Michigan Bicyclists in 2018. With a diverse skill set encompassing project planning, organizational psychology, strategic engagement, and more, Matthew is dedicated to advancing ethical messaging within the nonprofit sector and community development initiatives. Penniman's advocacy extends to promoting riding safety and illustrating the broader community benefits of increased bicycle usage. As a pivotal member of the League of Michigan Bicyclists, he champions the importance of bicycling in creating healthier, more connected communities and advocating for bicycle-friendly policies at the State Capitol in Lansing. Founded in 1981, the League of Michigan Bicyclists is a nonprofit organization committed to advocating for bicycle-friendly policies, offering financial aid to like-minded individuals and groups, and developing educational materials for cyclists and various stakeholders. Through annual cycling tours, statewide event calendars, and a clear mission to improve lives through bicycling, the League of Michigan Bicyclists envisions a future where bicycling enhances the well-being of all community members, promotes sustainable transportation options, and fosters inclusive and accessible streets and trails for everyone.

EdChoice Chats
Ep. 414: State of Choice - June 2024

EdChoice Chats

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 18:19


In this episode of State of Choice, Ed Tarnowski is announced as the new host of the podcast, the Policy & Advocacy Team gives its monthly state update, and each team member participates in the first segment of ed freedom fallacies. Also featuring: Caitlin Lee, Director of Policy & Implementation; Katherine Munal, Policy & Advocacy Director; and Aaron Gillham, Policy & Advocacy Director. Note: After reaching an agreement in a committee of conference to instead increase the program's FPL to 425%, the final version of the bill could not garner enough support to pass the House. New Hampshire's Education Freedom Account Program will not see an expansion this year.

It's Baton Rouge: Out to Lunch

If you subscribe to an online news service, you're used to getting notifications about news stories the algorithm thinks might impact you. In Southeast Louisiana, you'll pretty regularly see variations on the headline, “Sea Level Rise Threatens Coastline” or “Louisiana Loses a Football Field of Wetlands Per Hour.” If you're like most people, you keep scrolling. Or, maybe you read the article, shake your head at the dire situation, but shrug it off because, well, what can you do?  The reason you can afford to take a laissez faire attitude toward our disappearing coastline and wetlands, is because there are people who don't. There are people working every day, here in Baton Rouge, to preserve our piece of Planet Earth. Darius Bonton is the founder, owner and principal of Bonton Associates. Bonton Associates are an engineering company focused on designing and implementing infrastructure and transportation systems that allows us to build what needs to be built, and get where we need to go, without destroying the environment in the process. To the contrary, Bonton is all about delivering solutions to water and transportation issues that do more than just comply with environmental regulations, they actually improve our existing way of life. If you're looking for an organization whose name doesn't pull any punches, how about the Coalition To Restore Coastal Louisiana. “The Coalition” the title refers to is a wide range of organizations and people who partner to do an even wider range of activities to save our coast - from planting grasses in marshlands to giving expert advice to local, state and federal organizations. The Coalition is Louisiana's first statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to coastal restoration. They started out in 1988, and since March 2024 Ethan Melancon has been their Advocacy Director. In 1789 the poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge published a poem called The Rime Of The Ancient Mariner. You might not be familiar with the poem, but you probably know a line or two from it. Namely, “water water everywhere / Nor any drop to drink.” The poem is about a sailor stranded at sea, ironically, dying from dehydration while being surrounded by water. The theme of the poem is nature's indifference to human suffering. Whether or not nature is indifferent to us, we humans continue to do our best to adapt to the elements, and even downright defy them. We owe our very existence in Southeast, and Southwest, Louisiana to past generations' willingness to drain swamps, build levees, and bounce back from hurricanes. In our current generations, it's the work of companies like Bonton Associates and organizations like Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana who are continuing to organize, design and execute strategies for containing the power of nature that allow us to remain here, and hopefully will for generations to come. Out to Lunch is recorded live over lunch at Mansurs On the Boulevard. Jim Engster sits in as host for Stephanie Riegel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Firing Line Radio Show
Firing Line Radio 06-15-2024 Rick Travis, Legilative Director, CRPA

Firing Line Radio Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 50:48


Kevin Small, Grass Roots and Advocacy Director, California Rifle & Pistol Association and Rick discuss the effects Gavin Newsome has had on gun owners rights in California.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Sunday Show
The Role of Shareholder Activism in Tech Accountability

The Sunday Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2024 41:50


This episode focuses on the role of shareholder activism in pursuing transparency and accountability from tech firms. In a week where board resolutions are up for a vote at Meta and Alphabet related to each company's development and deployment of artificial intelligence, Justin Hendrix spoke to five individuals working at the intersection of sustainable investing in tech accountability:Michael Connor, Executive Director of Open MICJessica Dheere, Advocacy Director at Open MICNatasha Lamb, Chief Investment Officer at Arjuna CapitalJonas Kron, Chief Advocacy Officer at Trillium Asset ManagementChristina O'Connell, Senior Manager for Shareholder Engagement and Investments at Ekō

WPKN Community Radio
Between The Lines - 5/15/24 ©2024 Squeaky Wheel Productions, Inc.

WPKN Community Radio

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 29:00


* Israel Expects International Criminal Court Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu, Other Officials; Michael Lynk, Associate Professor of Law at the University of Western Ontario, Canada; Producer: Scott Harris. * State Dept Report Presents Contradictory Findings re: Israel's Illegal Use of US Weapons in Gaza; Raed Jarrar, Advocacy Director at DAWN; Producer: Melinda Tuhus. * Trump's Contempt for Women Seen in Hush Money Trial, Linked to his Misogynist Policies; Amanda Marcotte, a senior politics writer at Salon and author; Producer: Scott Harris.