Podcasts about advocates

This week on PRETEND, we're bringing you something special: a feed drop from Nobody Should Believe Me, an award-winning investigative true crime podcast created by author Andrea Dunlop. With over 15 million downloads and a spot on The New York Times' radar as “a rich and harrowing chronicle of the condition,” this show dives deep into one of the most disturbing forms of abuse—Munchausen by Proxy. Told through the voices of survivors and leading experts, Nobody Should Believe Me pulls back the curtain on cases that are as heartbreaking as they are eye-opening. Season Six unpacks the devastating saga of the McDaniel family—a true Southern Gothic story of generational trauma and medical child abuse that has haunted those involved for decades. And here's some exciting news: PRETEND is now part of Andrea Dunlop's new true crime podcast network, True Story Media. We're proud to be joining forces with storytellers who aren't afraid to dig into the darkest corners of human behavior. Listen to Season 6 of Nobody Should Believe Me now:

Exposure to mold toxicity affects hormonal balance. You may not have been exposed to mold or you may not know that you've been exposed to mold. That mold doesn't always look like asthma or you getting sick, but it may look like a simple symptom that might be mistaken for menopause. Stay tuned to this episode and learn what mold exposure can do, what it might feel like and why you might simply mistaken your menopause symptoms when they could be so much more! My Guest: Dr. Jaban Moore is a Doctor of Chiropractic located in Kansas City who works virtually with clients through functional medicine to assist them in overcoming chronic health conditions. He went from being an award-winning college athlete to not being able to get out of bed. He sought out countless doctors looking for answers, but doctors only gave him “band-aid” solutions. He was later diagnosed with Lyme disease. After overcoming this complex infection, he helped clients discover the causes of their symptoms. Dr. Moore specializes in Lyme disease, PANS/PANDAS, autism, parasitic infections, and environmental toxicities.   Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:13:44] How does mold toxicity specifically impact hormonal balance during menopause? [00:18:45] What are the common symptoms women might experience if mold toxicity is impacting their hormones? [00:22:46] How can women identify if mold exposure is a hidden factor in their menopausal symptoms? [00:30:53] What detox strategies do you recommend for safely eliminating mold toxins from the body? [00:37:08] Are there specific biohacking tools or supplements you like that can support hormones during this detox process? [00:40:03] How long does it typically take to see improvements once mold toxicity is addressed?   Why Mold Toxicity Affects Hormonal Balance More Than You Think   What Mold Exposure Can Do? Fungus that grows on walls, food, flooring, etc. Beauty products, Botox, and lifestyle toxins contribute to a decreased immune system. Disrupts mitochondria, elevates cortisol, blocks melatonin. May cause exercise intolerance due to “backpack of toxins”.   Symptoms of Mold Toxicity Chronic fatigue, weight gain, anxiety, GI issues, hormone imbalances Can trigger inflammation, autoimmune responses Mold symptoms are often mistaken for menopause   Dr. Moore's Detox Roadmap Replenish nutrients (glutathione, potassium, sodium, B12) Open drainage (lymph, liver, bowels) Safe place - remove environmental toxins (air, food, water, hygiene products, dental and implants) Nervous system - address stress and trauma (therapy) Start detox using antimicrobials + binders (e.g., carboxy, pectasol) How long will it take? Mold detox alone: typically 3–4 months More complex cases: can take years Depends on sensitivity and co-infections   Biohacking Tools That Work Infrared Sauna (160°F+) Red Light Therapy Lymphatic Drainage Castor Oil packs, dry brushing More advanced: Ozone Blood Filtering (EBOO), Pulsed Electromagnetic Field therapy (PEMF), Neural Therapy  Most aren't required, but they speed up recovery   Connect with Dr. Jaban: Website of Dr. Jaban Moore Facebook - Dr. Jaban Moore Facebook Group - True Healing Strategies with Dr. Jaban Instagram - Dr. Jaban Moore Instagram - @redefiningwellnesscenter_ Tiktok - @drjabanmoore_   Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - What Is Sarcopenia and How to Avoid Sarcopenia In Menopause Next Episode - Retired Lawyer Shares How to Advocate for Yourself & Loved Ones More Like This - How to Use Stress as a Tool for Hormone Balance   Resources: Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge to learn why timing matters and why what works for others is not working for you. Go to ewg.org to look up the water database for your local municipality  

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Melanye Maclin (Dr. Mac). A celebrity dermatologist and founder of Innovative Hair Technology. Dr. Mac shares her journey of balancing motherhood, caregiving, and entrepreneurship, while passionately advocating for health awareness in the Black community—especially regarding the dangers of chemical hair straighteners. The episode is both inspirational and educational, highlighting resilience, purpose, and the importance of inner and outer wellness.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ashley Joi Boyd. A Grammy-nominated songwriter, music producer, real estate developer, and author of Financially Fly: Mastering Money and Wealth for Women. Ashley shares her journey from co-writing Justin Bieber’s hit “Yummy” to overcoming bankruptcy and becoming a financial literacy advocate. The conversation explores the music business, financial empowerment, generational wealth, and the importance of mindset and self-investment.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ashley Joi Boyd. A Grammy-nominated songwriter, music producer, real estate developer, and author of Financially Fly: Mastering Money and Wealth for Women. Ashley shares her journey from co-writing Justin Bieber’s hit “Yummy” to overcoming bankruptcy and becoming a financial literacy advocate. The conversation explores the music business, financial empowerment, generational wealth, and the importance of mindset and self-investment.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Melanye Maclin (Dr. Mac). A celebrity dermatologist and founder of Innovative Hair Technology. Dr. Mac shares her journey of balancing motherhood, caregiving, and entrepreneurship, while passionately advocating for health awareness in the Black community—especially regarding the dangers of chemical hair straighteners. The episode is both inspirational and educational, highlighting resilience, purpose, and the importance of inner and outer wellness.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Melanye Maclin (Dr. Mac). A celebrity dermatologist and founder of Innovative Hair Technology. Dr. Mac shares her journey of balancing motherhood, caregiving, and entrepreneurship, while passionately advocating for health awareness in the Black community—especially regarding the dangers of chemical hair straighteners. The episode is both inspirational and educational, highlighting resilience, purpose, and the importance of inner and outer wellness.

What happens when a passionate public school teacher realizes the system she's devoted her life to is built on control, coercion, and outdated standards?In this powerful episode of The Homeschool How To Podcast, former K–12 teacher Angela Harders shares her eye-opening journey from traditional education to homeschooling and ultimately unschooling her own children. After over a decade in the classroom, Angela came to a painful conclusion: she was part of a system that often relied on fear, compliance, and force—not freedom or curiosity.Her story begins with a desk thrown across the room on her very first day of teaching—and ends with her daughter launching a popsicle business by age 7, all without ever using a formal curriculum.Angela opens up about:Her shift from teacher to unschooling parentWhy she believes children can learn 13 years of math in just 6 monthsHow her daughter learned to read without being taughtWhy the education system is designed for obedience, not understandingThe power of real-world learning and self-directionHow she now helps families legally unschool through PAX Academy and Peaceful World SchoolersWhether you're a curious parent, frustrated teacher, or seasoned homeschooler, Angela's story will challenge everything you think you know about education—and inspire you to rethink what learning really looks like.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Attorney Felita Cornog. An adoption attorney and foster care advocate. Felita Cornog shares her personal journey from a traumatic childhood—losing her mother to domestic violence and her father to incarceration—to becoming a passionate advocate for children in foster care. She discusses the differences between adoption and foster care, the emotional toll of her work, and how others can support children in the system even if they don’t become foster parents themselves.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Attorney Felita Cornog. An adoption attorney and foster care advocate. Felita Cornog shares her personal journey from a traumatic childhood—losing her mother to domestic violence and her father to incarceration—to becoming a passionate advocate for children in foster care. She discusses the differences between adoption and foster care, the emotional toll of her work, and how others can support children in the system even if they don’t become foster parents themselves.

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Note: "Act 1" was a separate published audio podcast.*Check out EZ's morning radio show "The InZane Asylum Q100 Michigan with Eric Zane" Click here*Get a FREE 7 day trial to Patreon to "try it out."*Watch the show live, daily at 8AM EST on Twitch! Please click here to follow the page.Email the show on the Shoreliners Striping inbox: eric@ericzaneshow.comTopics:*Amanda tries ruining everything by talking about name tags.*Psycho mom in UK convinces now dead daughter with cancer to skip chemo, get coffee enemas*Stupid story about morons throwing porta johns into local river.*Local, old, asshole going to jail for taking upskirts at the zoo.*There's a new support group for stupid women who fall for romance scams.*Crazy people think a new asteroid is a space ship.Asshole of the DaySponsors:Oakland Auto Detail, Impact Powersports, Kuiper Tree Care, Adam Casari Realty, Frank Fuss / My Policy Shop Insurance, Kings Room Barbershop,  Berlin Raceway, Shoreliners, Dump A-Haulics,Striping, Ervines Auto Repair Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV, TC PaintballInterested in advertising? Email eric@ericzaneshow.com and let me design a marketing plan for you.Contact: Shoreliners Striping inbox eric@ericzaneshow.comDiscord LinkEZSP TikTokSubscribe to my YouTube channelHire me on Cameo!Tshirts available herePlease subscribe, rate & write a review on Apple Podcastspatreon.com/ericzaneInstagram: ericzaneshowTwitterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-eric-zane-show-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Note: "Act 2" will be a separate published audio podcast.*Check out EZ's morning radio show "The InZane Asylum Q100 Michigan with Eric Zane" Click here*Get a FREE 7 day trial to Patreon to "try it out."*Watch the show live, daily at 8AM EST on Twitch! Please click here to follow the page.Email the show on the Shoreliners Striping inbox: eric@ericzaneshow.comTopics*Jimmy stole the show during The Ben and Eric Patreon Podcast.*EZ had a problem on the radio show, today.*Free Beer almost rage quits; lashes out*Jackie Green (formerly "Jackie Man Voice") is getting a ton of attention about being intersex.*Jackie's Instagram*Traverse City stabber's family continue to blame everyone for psychos actions.*Nick the electrician is back on the market. The last time he was on the market he took a chick to pound town who looked like Hunka Chuna cheese guy.*EZ is stoked for the Lions and fantasy football.Sponsors:Oakland Auto Detail, Impact Powersports, Kuiper Tree Care, Adam Casari Realty, Frank Fuss / My Policy Shop Insurance, Kings Room Barbershop,  Berlin Raceway, Shoreliners, Dump A-Haulics,Striping, Ervines Auto Repair Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV, TC PaintballInterested in advertising? Email eric@ericzaneshow.com and let me design a marketing plan for you.Contact: Shoreliners Striping inbox eric@ericzaneshow.comDiscord LinkEZSP TikTokSubscribe to my YouTube channelHire me on Cameo!Tshirts available herePlease subscribe, rate & write a review on Apple Podcastspatreon.com/ericzaneInstagram: ericzaneshowTwitterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-eric-zane-show-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Attorney Felita Cornog. An adoption attorney and foster care advocate. Felita Cornog shares her personal journey from a traumatic childhood—losing her mother to domestic violence and her father to incarceration—to becoming a passionate advocate for children in foster care. She discusses the differences between adoption and foster care, the emotional toll of her work, and how others can support children in the system even if they don’t become foster parents themselves.

Dr. Tony Ebel shares a comprehensive 5-step framework for advocating for your child in hospital and medical intervention settings. Drawing from his personal experiences with his son Oliver's 6-week NICU stay and recent emergency room visits, Dr. Tony provides practical strategies for parents to navigate medical decisions with confidence. He emphasizes the importance of slowing down, asking the right questions, trusting parental instincts, and thorough documentation when facing medication decisions, surgeries, or medical interventions.The episode covers the paradox of modern medicine - its life-saving emergency capabilities versus its role in chronic illness - and empowers parents to take control of healthcare decisions for their children. Dr. Tony provides real-world examples and teaches parents how to avoid being "upsold" unnecessary medical interventions while still receiving appropriate care.Key Topics & Timestamps[00:01:00] - Introduction to the 5-Step Advocacy Framework [00:04:00] - Oliver's NICU Story and Medical "Upselling" [00:06:00] - Step 1: Slow Down the Decision [00:11:00] - Step 2: Ask for Full Explanation (Risks, Benefits, Alternatives) [00:13:00] - Step 3: Get Clarity on Urgency [00:18:00] - Step 4: Trust Your Gut and Seek Second Opinion [00:20:00] - Step 5: Document Everything [00:27:00] - Bonus Step 6: Bring an Advocate-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click HereSubscribe, share, and stay tuned for more incredible episodes unpacking the power of Nervous System focused care for children!

VR1 - Welcome to Vapid Response Wednesday! Rather than explaining law in the news as we have for years on Rapid Response Friday, Thomas, Lydia, and Matt are going on the offensive in this live video series to respond and react to the stupidest takes that we can find--and we've got just the guy for our first pick! We begin with former Jeffrey Epstein defense attorney Alan Dershowitz's recent piece in the Wall Street Journal in which he literally claims that “there is nothing more to see here” on the Epstein case while filling in the facts of what we know from reliable reporting and court records. What is Dersh not telling us here about his own involvement with Epstein, the unbelievably corrupt federal non-prosecution agreement which he secured for his client in 2007, and all of the other many reasons that he might not be a trustworthy source on this question? We then take on one of Matt's all-time favorites: a well-known 1996 video presentation from far-right immigration restrictionist organization NumbersUSA in which founder Roy Beck takes the stage to set the Guinness world record for Biggest Strawman Made Entirely Out of Gumballs. “The Inside Scoop on Jeffrey Epstein,”  Alan Dershowitz, The Wall Street Journal (7/15/2025) “Alan Dershowitz: Devil's Advocate,” Connie Bruck, The New Yorker (7/29/2019) “Immigration, World Poverty, and Gumballs,” NumbersUSA (originally distributed in 1996, uploaded to YouTube in 2010) Check out the OA Linktree for all the places to go and things to do!

Jesus is our Advocate today. That's the good news we'll hear in Micah's final message to the Israelites as he calls all nations to listen. Instead of lodging a charge against them, God asks them, “What am I guilty of?” and then reminds them of His care for them throughout history.

About this episode:  Medicaid cuts from the recent budget reconciliation law are raising fears of cutbacks among Americans with disabilities who rely on the program for services that allow them to live independently. In this episode: Demi Eckhoff, who has a rare form of muscular dystrophy, and who relies on Medicaid in North Carolina, explains the uncertainty and what people with disabilities are doing to advocate for themselves. Guest: Demi Eckhoff, MPH, is a disability advocate, a registered dietitian, and an incoming doctoral student at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Host: Dr. Josh Sharfstein is vice dean for public health practice and community engagement at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, a faculty member in health policy, a pediatrician, and former secretary of Maryland's Health Department. Show links and related content: Disabled Americans Fear What Medicaid Cuts Could Do to Them—New York Times Five Ways the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill' Could Make It More Difficult to Get Health Insurance in N.C.—The Assembly America's Caregiver Crisis—Public Health On Call (July 2025) The Potential Impacts of Cuts To Medicaid—Public Health On Call (March 2025) Transcript information: Click here for a transcript of this episode. Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @‌PublicHealthPod on Bluesky @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Instagram @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @‌PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed Note: These podcasts are a conversation between the participants, and do not represent the position of Johns Hopkins University.

Should we be surprised?Trump loves to protect his pimps.A Deadline exclusive has reported that an unnamed administration source revealed Trump is "seriously considering" pardoning Diddy pre-sentencing and unbelievably … the White House won't comment on any clemency requests. Trump previously said he'd ‘consider' pardoning Diddy, as he was a ‘good friend'.Trump has now advocated and covered up for Epstein's child raping clients and sent an official diplomatic envoy to advocate for the release of the Tate Pimps. Honestly, should anyone shocked at his support of another child rapist?Trump is a predator.Always has been.It's time we accept that.The best medicine is chronic GOOD health and achieving it naturally. It's why my family uses Native Path Collagen every day! Go to getnativepathcollagen.com/joy today to claim your EXCLUSIVE 41% off deal before it's gone.Join the Rumble LIVE chat and follow my Rumble Page HERE so you never miss an episode: https://rumble.com/c/TheShannonJoyShowShannon's Top Headlines July 31, 2025:Trump Now “Seriously Considering” Pardon For Sean Combs Ahead Of Sentencing; White House Officially Says Nothing: https://deadline.com/2025/07/combs-pardon-trump-seriously-considering-1236468313/Case of 14-Year-Old Vaccinated for COVID Against His Will Headed to North Carolina Supreme Court: https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/teenager-covid-vaccine-without-parental-consent-north-carolina-supreme-court/Chilling Video: RFK Jr.'s HHS releases bizarre “A Vision for the Future” video promoting AI: https://x.com/zeee_media/status/1950677368663576731Technocrat Sweep: US Health Officials, Tech Executives To Launch Data-Sharing Plan: https://www.technocracy.news/technocrat-sweep-us-health-officials-tech-executives-to-launch-data-sharing-plan/Is The Porn Industry Crumbling? https://www.theblaze.com/align/porns-dark-empire-is-collapsing-heres-how-the-fight-is-being-wonDani Pinter Repsonds To DOJ Memo On The Epstein Files: https://x.com/DaniBPinter/status/1942978950403125301SJ Show Notes:Please support Shannon's independent network with your donation HERE: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=MHSMPXEBSLVTSupport Our Sponsors:NOW is the time to back up your retirement with physical gold and silver.Call the company I trust, Colonial Metals Group today to learn about a gold strategy that works for you and see if you qualify for up to $7,500 in FREE silver! Check out my landing page here: https://colonialmetalsgroup.com/joyGeo-engineering schemes are creating WILD weather and you never know when the power or your cell phone could go out! You NEED to be prepared and your one stop shop is The Satellite Phone Store. They have EVERYTHING you need when the POWER goes OUT. Use the promo code JOY for 10% off your entire order TODAY! www.SAT123.com/JoyPlease consider Dom Pullano of PCM & Associates! He has been Shannon's advisor for over a decade and would love to help you grow! Call his toll free number today: 1-800-536-1368 or visit his website at https://www.pcmpullano.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Rebel News podcasts features free audio-only versions of select RebelNews+ content and other Rebel News long-form videos, livestreams, and interviews. Monday to Friday enjoy the audio version of Ezra Levant's daily TV-style show, The Ezra Levant Show, where Ezra gives you his contrarian and conservative take on free speech, politics, and foreign policy through in-depth commentary and interviews. Wednesday evenings you can listen to the audio version of The Gunn Show with Sheila Gunn Reid the Chief Reporter of Rebel News. Sheila brings a western sensibility to Canadian news. With one foot in the oil patch and one foot in agriculture, Sheila challenges mainstream media narratives and stands up for Albertans. If you want to watch the video versions of these podcasts, make sure to begin your free RebelNewsPlus trial by subscribing at http://www.RebelNewsPlus.com

The entire landscape of student loans is undergoing a lot of change. Starting Friday, thousands of Minnesotans who are on the student loan SAVE plan will see their balances grow, with interest now being re-applied. Though SAVE borrower's payments are still on pause. It's one of many changes that are taking place over the next several years. The state of Minnesota has one person dedicated to helping borrowers navigate their repayments. Jabra Kawas is the state's first and only Student Loan Advocate under the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Kawas says last year he worked with 230 people. This year he already has 250 cases. He joined Minnesota Now to talk about the upcoming changes to student loans.

Four fair housing agencies, including the Fair Housing Center for Rights and Research in Cleveland, have filed a class action lawsuit against DOGE and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, hoping to restore funding that it says helps keep residents in their homes.

Industrial Talk is talking to James Soto, CEO at Industrial Strength Marketing about "Manufacturing resources for manufacturing success". Scott Mackenzie hosts James Soto on the Industrial Talk Podcast to discuss the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP). Soto highlights the MEP's role in supporting small and medium-sized manufacturers through resources like Lean Six Sigma and addressing skilled labor gaps. He emphasizes the MEP's importance in reshoring and nearshoring efforts and its collaboration with universities and advanced manufacturing institutes. Soto notes funding challenges and the need for continued support to maintain the MEP's impact. He advocates for manufacturers to engage with the MEP for efficiency, funding, and innovation, stressing the network's irreplaceable value. Action Items [ ] Explore the MEP national network and find the center closest to your manufacturing business to understand the resources and services they offer. [ ] Advocate for continued funding and support of the MEP program by contacting your local representatives. [ ] Reach out to James Soto on LinkedIn to learn more about the MEP program and how to get involved. Outline Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry professionals and innovations. Scott thanks listeners for their support and highlights the bravery and innovation of industrial professionals. Scott introduces James Soto, a returning guest, and mentions their previous collaborations. Scott emphasizes the importance of amplifying one's message and being aggressive in communication. James Soto's Background and Passion for Manufacturing Scott MacKenzie praises James Soto's contributions to the manufacturing industry and his active presence on LinkedIn. James Soto expresses his love for manufacturing and acknowledges the excitement and uncertainty in the industry. Scott and James discuss the fluid nature of the manufacturing industry and the importance of reshoring and nearshoring. James highlights the role of people in manufacturing and their potential to change the world for the better. Introduction to the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) James Soto provides an overview of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) and its centers across the country. He explains the MEP's affiliation with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and its focus on advanced manufacturing. James shares his involvement with the MEP in launching Manufacturing Day and its efforts to attract the next generation of manufacturing workers. He emphasizes the MEP's role in meeting with manufacturers, especially small and medium-sized ones, to help them grow and create jobs. Challenges and Threats to the MEP James discusses the funding challenges and threats to the MEP, including the uncertainty around procurement and economic impact. He mentions the efforts to reverse defunding and the importance of telling the MEP's story to encourage representatives to fight for funding. Scott MacKenzie simplifies the premise for manufacturers, emphasizing the importance of the MEP as a resource for introducing new technologies and ensuring a resilient manufacturing business. James explains the MEP's prioritization process based on the distinct nature of different manufacturing environments and the need to

A recent executive order from President Trump calls for sending some mentally ill or addicted homeless people to involuntary treatment, known as civil commitment. Los Angeles homelessness expert John Maceri explains more. And, both Democratic and Republican lawmakers are calling for Trump to address the hunger crisis in Gaza. Nahal Toosi, senior foreign affairs correspondent with Politico, unpacks how the U.S. attitude toward Israel's war in Gaza is shifting. Then, after Harvard University freshman Sarah Silverman's mezuzah went missing from her dorm doorway, the police investigated the incident as a "bias crime," and Trump cited it as a civil rights law violation. Silverman joins us to explain why she thinks Trump's crackdown on Harvard and other universities does not curb antisemitism.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Transcript: rmad.ac/AIAe076Shane and Hannah Burcaw are relationship bloggers on a mission to change the way society understands disability. On their YouTube channel, Squirmy and Grubs, which has gained almost 2 million subscribers, the couple shares an entertaining and authentic examination of what it's like to be in an inter-abled relationship.In addition to their work on YouTube, the couple co-authored a non-fiction collection of love stories that involve people with disabilities. Shane and Hannah speak across the country from universities to elementary schools to Fortune 500 companies, and they live in Minneapolis, Minnesota with their fluffy Labradoodle, Chloe.Connect with Shane and Hannah:Squirmy and Grubs - YouTubeSquirmy and Grubs (@squirmyandgrubs) | TikTokHannah Burcaw (@hannahayl) • Instagram photos and videosShane Burcaw (@shaneburcaw) • Instagram photos and videosConnect with the Rocky Mountain ADA Center at RockyMountainADA.org or find us on social media. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or anywhere else you get your podcasts!

What's it like to cover high school sports and writing stories about thousands of games and state championships over the course of a 45-year career? Well, there's only one person who can answer that, and the GOAT of prep writers – Robin Fambrough – is here. The Hall of Famer joins host Jim Derry on Wednesday's Dattitude Podcast (Ep. 396) presented by Evangeline Securities to talk about her career that brought her from Kentucky to Louisiana. She also goes through some of the top moments from her 34 years at The Advocate. Jim also talks about the Saints first day in pads at training camp and an injury to tight end Juwan Johnson. Gabe Henderson is here to talk about the 2026 class of Pro Football Hall of Fame candidates, including Drew Brees.

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In this inspiring episode of *The Pop Culture Green Room*, Kimberly A Bryant sits down with **Dawn Maloney**, founder of [MakeupClasses.com](https://www.makeupclasses.com), accomplished beauty professional, author, and passionate advocate for survivors of domestic violence.Dawn opens up about her journey as a single mother overcoming domestic violence, how she built a successful career in the beauty industry, and the inspiration behind her book and business. She also shares how she continues to empower others through advocacy, education, and community support.✨ *What you'll hear in this episode:*Dawn's powerful story of survival and resilienceHow she built her beauty business and became a leading industry educatorInsights from her book and how it inspires othersResources and advice for domestic violence survivorsThe mission behind MakeupClasses.com and what's next for Dawn

Send us a textWhat happens when your child needs heart surgery, but the operation keeps getting postponed? How do you navigate a complex healthcare system while still supporting other families going through similar struggles? Candice Swartland takes us deep into this reality from Cape Town, South Africa.Candice's journey began when her son Riley was diagnosed with Tetralogy of Fallot shortly after birth—despite monthly ultrasounds during pregnancy that detected nothing wrong. Through three open-heart surgeries and the constant waiting for a fourth, Candice discovered strength she never knew she had. "Despite whatever you are going through," she shares, "you and your family and your kid with heart disease, you are still there for the next heart parent."The striking differences between CHD care in South Africa versus more developed nations become clear as Candice describes the waiting game for surgeries, where emergency cases repeatedly push Riley's procedure further down the list. Yet amidst these challenges, something beautiful emerges: a global community of heart families connected by shared experiences that transcend borders.Perhaps most inspiring is how Riley defied medical expectations. Doctors predicted he would never attend a normal school, yet today he's a top student in his class. Even more remarkable, both Riley and another heart warrior have become advocates themselves, running awareness programs at their school.This conversation reveals the universal truths of the CHD journey: the fear, the faith that sustains us, and the power of community. As Candice powerfully states, "Your child is my child. Together, we are one." Her words remind us that whether in South Africa or anywhere else in the world, heart families share a profound connection that makes us stronger together.Links discussed in the episode:The Cure Gala: https://www.buildingthecure.org/eventsBrave Little Hearts South Africa: https://www.facebook.com/BraveLittleHeartsSAWholesome TV Picks: Stop Wasting Time, Start Watching Shows You TrustFamily-friendly TV & movie recs from a parent, not a critic. 10-min episodes every Wed.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showAnna's Buzzsprout Affiliate LinkBaby Blue Sound CollectiveSocial Media Pages:Apple PodcastsFacebookInstagramMeWeTwitterYouTubeWebsite

President Donald Trump is aiming to fundamentally shift how the country manages homelessness with a new executive order he signed last week. It calls for changes that would make it easier for states and cities to move people living on the street into treatment for mental illness or addiction, and in some cases, potentially force people into treatment. Consider This: The Trump administration says the federal government has spent tens of billions of dollars on housing without addressing the root causes of homelessness. But critics worry this new executive order won't solve those root causes, either.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org.Email us at considerthis@npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jotaka Eaddy. An award-winning strategist and advocate, founder of Win With Black Women (WWBW)—a collective of over 200,000 Black women leaders. Key Highlights from the Interview:

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jotaka Eaddy. An award-winning strategist and advocate, founder of Win With Black Women (WWBW)—a collective of over 200,000 Black women leaders. Key Highlights from the Interview:

The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon,' airs every Monday from 3-4pm ET. Brad is joined by the White House Correspondent for CQ Roll Call, John Bennett. The pair discusses President Trump's struggles to distance himself from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal that has overtaken the political world, and the put the GOP on defense. They also discuss the humanitarian crisis happening in Gaza, as well as the Trump's attacks on the indepence of the Federal Reserve and its Chairman, Jerome Powell (who Trump appointed during his first administration). Then, Brad is joined by Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch, an Immigration Attorney and Advocate. The two discuss the Trump administration's family separation policies and the militarization of ICE. Kate also tells the powerful story that led her to want to help vulnerable immigrants and their families. The website for CQ Roll Call is www.RollCall.com and John's handle on X is @BennettJohnT.  Kate is also the Owner and CEO of Lincoln-Goldfinch Law and their website is www.LincolnGoldfinch.com. Kate's handle is @AttorneyKLG on X, @attorneykatelg on Instagram, and @abogadakate on TikTok. Brad writes a political column every Sunday for 'The Hill.' He's on the National Journal's panel of political insiders and is a national political analyst for WGN TV and Radio in Chicago and KNX Radio in Los Angeles. You can read Brad's columns at www.MuckRack.com/Brad-Bannon. His handle on BlueSky is @bradbannon.bsky.social.   

LA's choice to direct its homelessness agency has drawn criticism from advocates. A house at the center of the Andrew Do bribery scandal is now on the market. Why one councilmember supports the removed crosswalk in West L.A. that residents painted themselves. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon,' airs every Monday from 3-4pm ET. Brad is joined by the White House Correspondent for CQ Roll Call, John Bennett. The pair discusses President Trump's struggles to distance himself from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal that has overtaken the political world, and the put the GOP on defense. They also discuss the humanitarian crisis happening in Gaza, as well as the Trump's attacks on the indepence of the Federal Reserve and its Chairman, Jerome Powell (who Trump appointed during his first administration). Then, Brad is joined by Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch, an Immigration Attorney and Advocate. The two discuss the Trump administration's family separation policies and the militarization of ICE. Kate also tells the powerful story that led her to want to help vulnerable immigrants and their families. The website for CQ Roll Call is www.RollCall.com and John's handle on X is @BennettJohnT.  Kate is also the Owner and CEO of Lincoln-Goldfinch Law and their website is www.LincolnGoldfinch.com. Kate's handle is @AttorneyKLG on X, @attorneykatelg on Instagram, and @abogadakate on TikTok. Brad writes a political column every Sunday for 'The Hill.' He's on the National Journal's panel of political insiders and is a national political analyst for WGN TV and Radio in Chicago and KNX Radio in Los Angeles. You can read Brad's columns at www.MuckRack.com/Brad-Bannon. His handle on BlueSky is @bradbannon.bsky.social.   

The second part of our ATS Breathe Easy series on the SOAR Act, in collaboration with the Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA). This episode was first posted on PHA's PH Insights podcast.Host Jaeger Spratt, MSW, highlights the voices of long-time pulmonary hypertension patient advocates Amy Burant and Colleen Connor, who share their experiences with oxygen access and how those challenges have shaped their journeys with this illness and using supplemental oxygen. They also discuss their advocacy work and call on all members of lung disease communities, especially health care professionals, to advocate for the SOAR Act and help lung disease patients breathe easier.

Healthcare's broken system hurts patients and physicians, but collective action can heal it. In this episode of Heartline: Changemaking in Healthcare, I sit down with Kim Downey, a physical therapist, three-time cancer survivor, and Community Ambassador for Medicine Forward and the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation. Kim shares her transformative journey—facing thyroid and breast cancer, multiple surgeries, and the loss of her radiation oncologist to suicide—which sparked her mission to found Stand Up for Doctors. She discusses how gratitude, like thank-you notes, fosters connection, and how patients can advocate for physicians to improve care. Kim highlights the need for a culture shift in medicine, starting in med school, and emphasizes leadership and self-leadership to navigate toxic environments. Her upcoming 2026 retreat in New York promises community and resilience-building.You'll hear how to:· Use gratitude to bridge patient-physician divides.· Challenge limiting beliefs to find fulfilling work environments.· Build a culture of kindness and collective advocacy in healthcare.If you're seeking hope amidst healthcare's challenges, this episode offers actionable inspiration.About the Guest“If your goal is to change the world in one fell swoop, you will fail. But if you brighten the corner where you are, you will succeed.” – Kim DowneyKim Downey is a physical therapist, three-time cancer survivor, and passionate advocate for physician well-being. As Community Ambassador for Medicine Forward and the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation, and founder of Stand Up for Doctors, she amplifies physicians' voices through her YouTube channel, Substack, and book White Coats, Courageous Hearts. Her journey through thyroid and breast cancer, and the loss of her radiologist to suicide, fuels her mission to foster gratitude and systemic change in healthcare.

USDOT is accepting public comments about what it should propose for the next surface transportation reauthorization bill — and one advocate is hoping that legislation will finally give victims a voice at USDOT. Today on the Brake, we're talking to Marianne Karth of AnnaLeah and Mary for Truck Safety, who's pushing for the creation of a new, non-partisan "National Roadway Safety Advocate" position, which will give victims, survivors, and advocates against traffic violence a champion at the nation's highest transportaiton advocacy. Already the subject of bicameral legislation, Karth calls the job the "missing piece" in our roadway safety puzzle, and a key guide to help the public understand what it takes to enact laws that save lives — and help DOT officials understand what victims need from them, too.  Listen in to learn more about what a National Roadway Safety Advocate would do, and check out Karth's step-by-step directions to leave a comment in support of this idea here.   

July marks Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990 and reflect on the ongoing journey toward accessibility, dignity, and equity for people with disabilities. In recognition of the month, The Spark spoke with two Pennsylvania advocates whose personal stories highlight both the challenges and triumphs within the disability community — and who remind us why awareness and advocacy still matter every day.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anti-gunners are hard at work trying to scare folks about suppressors and providing misleading and downright inaccurate information about the effects of the language in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that zeroes out the $200 transfer tax on most NFA items.

Felicia Djamirze sits down with Abbie to discuss her incredible story, which she has detailed in her memoir Accessory. On paper, Felicia had the odds stacked against her. Growing up in a housing commission in Western Sydney, she did what she could to escape the cycle of poverty and violence at home. Felicia became a three-time Miss Australia pageant winner, but also became involved with the wrong side of the law. After a raid on her home left her with not only severe injuries, but also a drug supply sentence, Felicia was forced to re-think everything – eventually becoming a counsellor and advocate for women's justice. LINKS Buy Felicia's book Accessory https://feliciadjamirze.com/#buy Follow Felicia Djamirze on IG @feliciadjamirze Check out @itsalotpod on IG at https://bit.ly/itsalot-instagram . Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/ial-review Follow LiSTNR Entertainment on IG @listnrentertainment Follow LiSTNR Entertainment on TikTok @listnrentertainment Get instructions on how to access transcripts on Apple podcasts https://bit.ly/3VQbKXY CREDITS Host: Abbie Chatfield @abbiechatfield Guest: Felicia Djamirze @feliciadjamirze Executive Producer and Editor: Amy Kimball @amy.kimballDigital and Social and Video Producer: Oscar Gordon @oscargordon Social and Video Producer: Justin Hill @jus_hillIt's A Lot Social Media Manager: Julia ToomeyManaging Producer: Sam Cavanagh Find more great podcasts like this at www.listnr.com/ This episode contains discussions of domestic violence and addiction. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, is available 24 hours/7 days via Lifeline on 13 11 14 or at www.lifeline.org.au and via 1800Respect by calling 1800 737 732 or at www.1800respect.org.au. For addiction support, help is available via the National Alcohol and other Drug Hotline by calling 1800 250 185.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textToday we talk with Lucas Wilson who is the author of the book Shame Sex Attraction: Survivor's Stories of Conversion Therapy. This is a book of curated stories from folks who (exactly as the title states) have survived conversion therapy. We start the conversation by hearing what exactly is conversion therapy and learning about “conversion ideology” which is the underlying belief system behind conversion therapies. Then we get into the history of conversion therapy and how efforts to erase queer folks, is by definition, genocidal. Lucas explains how shame is core to these practices and tells his own story of conversion therapy and we hear about certain stories that stood out from the collection. Resources: Lucas's Full Bio:Lucas is a SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellow at University of Toronto Mississauga and was formerly the Justice, Equity, and Transformation Postdoctoral Fellow at University of Calgary. He is the editor of Shame-Sex Attraction: Survivors' Stories of Conversion Therapy, and he is the author of At Home with the Holocaust: Postmemory, Domestic Space, and Second-Generation Holocaust Literature, which received the Jordan Schnitzer First Book Publication Award. His public-facing writing has appeared in The Advocate, Queerty, LGBTQ Nation, and Religion Dispatches, among other venues. He is currently working on two interrelated monograph projects that examine evangelical homophobia and transphobia in the U.S.Lucas's Social Media:Instagram: @lukeslamdunkwilsonThreads: @lukeslamdunkwilsonBluesky: @lukeslamdunkwilson.bsky.socialTwitter/X: @wilson_fwLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucas-wilson-2a0753b1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luke.wilson.96Lucas's Book: Shame-Sex Attraction: https://us.jkp.com/products/shamesex-attractionLucSupport the showFollow us for more ✨bad✨ content: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calledtobebad_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calledtobebad Website: https://calledtobebad.buzzsprout.com/ Want to become part of the ✨baddie✨ community? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/calledtobebad or Buy me a Coffee: https://coff.ee/calledtobebadpodcast Have a ✨bad✨ topic you want to talk about on the show? Get in touch with host, Mariah Martin at: calledtobebad@gmail.com #ctbb #podcast #podcastersoffacebook ...

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In an interview with the New York Times, tech titan billionaire Peter Thiel had this to say about Antichrist and Armageddon: “Antichrist or Armageddon? You have the one-world state of the Antichrist, or we're sleepwalking toward Armageddon. “One world or none,” “Antichrist or Armageddon,” on one level, are the same question. Now, I have a lot of thoughts on this topic, but one question is, how does the Antichrist take over the world? He gives these demonic, hypnotic speeches and people just fall for it. This is I Thessalonians 5:3 the slogan of the Antichrist is “peace and safety.” Has Peter Theil become the Devil's Advocate? Sure looks that way.“Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself that he is God.” 2 Thessalonians 2:4 (KJB)On this episode of the Prophecy News Podcast, we have long told you about the ‘messianic complex' that nearly all the tech titans developed when their wealth went into the billions and they became able to do nearly anything and everything they set theirs minds to do. They all want to control how we live, how we think, and how we relate to each other through the dystopian products they release on us. Smart phone, apps, algorithms, AI, you name it, the Mark of the Beast System, and it's all designed to control us according to their will. They see themselves as gods over us, and to a large degree it's true. But Peter Thiel, founder of Palantir, has been separating himself from the tech titan pack, and getting right to the heart of the matter. He knows that Antichrist is right around the corner, and is doing everything he can to ‘set the table' for his soon-coming, short-lived, 7-year kingdom on this Earth. Today we lift the lid on the tech titans to show you just what they're really up to.

In today’s deep dive, State Farm's recent 27% rate hike for Illinois homeowners has prompted calls for regulations in the state. A consumer advocate is supporting state oversight over excessive insurance prices.

This Day in Legal History: Fourteenth Amendment RatifiedOn July 28, 1868, the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was officially adopted, reshaping the legal and constitutional landscape of the nation. Ratified in the wake of the Civil War, it was one of the Reconstruction Amendments designed to integrate formerly enslaved people into American civic life. Section 1 of the amendment granted citizenship to "all persons born or naturalized in the United States," effectively nullifying the Supreme Court's decision in Dred Scott v. Sandford (1857), which had held that Black people could not be citizens.The amendment also introduced two foundational legal principles: the Due Process Clause and the Equal Protection Clause. These clauses placed new limitations on state governments, barring them from infringing on individual rights and mandating that laws be applied equally to all people. The Due Process Clause would later become a cornerstone in expanding civil liberties, providing the basis for numerous Supreme Court decisions involving privacy, marriage, and bodily autonomy. The Equal Protection Clause became instrumental in the fight against racial segregation and discrimination, notably underpinning Brown v. Board of Education (1954), which dismantled “separate but equal” doctrine in public education.Initially resisted by many Southern states, the amendment's ratification was made a condition for reentry into the Union. Over time, its scope grew far beyond the post-Civil War context, influencing legal battles on gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and immigration. It also played a critical role in the doctrine of incorporation, through which many protections in the Bill of Rights became applicable to state governments. The Fourteenth Amendment remains one of the most litigated and interpreted sections of the Constitution, central to the American concept of civil rights and liberties.A&O Shearman has postponed the start date for some of its incoming associates until January, according to a source familiar with the matter. The firm typically offers new associates a choice between two start dates and provides a salary advance to those opting for the later one. The decision comes amid broader industry trends of delaying associate onboarding as a cost-management strategy in response to uneven client demand, despite overall revenue growth among top firms.Formed through the May 2024 merger of Shearman & Sterling and Allen & Overy, A&O Shearman is now the fourth-largest law firm by revenue. While the firm's revenue has benefited from broader sector gains, it faces challenges tied to economic uncertainty and trade tensions. Internally, a cohort of associates had reportedly resisted leadership shortly before the firm joined other legal powerhouses in agreements involving legal services to President Trump—moves seen as efforts to fend off sanctions and settle federal investigations into workplace diversity practices. The firm also experienced a recent exodus in its London office, with nine lawyers, including eight associates, departing in June.A&O Shearman Pushes Start Date to January for Some AssociatesA New York state appeals court has ruled that social media companies cannot be held legally responsible for the 2022 mass shooting in Buffalo that left 10 people dead. The court reversed a lower court's decision, finding that platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Reddit are shielded by Section 230 of the federal Communications Decency Act, which grants online platforms immunity from liability for user-generated content. The lawsuit alleged that these platforms were designed to addict and radicalize users, including the shooter, Payton Gendron.Justice Stephen Lindley, writing for the 3-2 majority, argued that holding platforms liable would threaten the open nature of the internet and contradict Congress's intent to foster innovation and limit government interference. He acknowledged the horrific nature of the shooting and the hateful content that influenced it but warned that allowing liability would cause the internet to collapse into tightly restricted message boards.Dissenting justices contended that the platforms actively pushed extremist content through targeted algorithms, suggesting that this behavior went beyond neutral hosting. Other platforms used by Gendron, including Amazon, Discord, 4chan, Snap, and Twitch, were also named in the lawsuit. Gendron is currently serving a life sentence without parole after pleading guilty to state charges, and he still faces federal charges that may lead to the death penalty.Social media companies not liable for 2022 Buffalo mass shooting, New York court rules | ReutersA federal judge in Massachusetts has reaffirmed a nationwide injunction blocking President Donald Trump's executive order that sought to limit birthright citizenship. Judge Leo Sorokin ruled that only a nationwide halt could fully protect the coalition of 22 Democratic-led states challenging the policy, rejecting arguments from the Trump administration that a narrower ruling would suffice following a recent Supreme Court decision. The executive order, signed on Trump's first day back in office in January, directed federal agencies to deny citizenship to U.S.-born children unless at least one parent was a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.Judge Sorokin found that allowing the policy to take effect even in some states would harm immigrant families and disrupt federal benefits programs like Medicaid. Plaintiffs argued it would create a confusing and unfair patchwork of citizenship rules and overwhelm states not enforcing the order. The Trump administration maintained that the Constitution was being misinterpreted, and signaled plans to appeal.Although the Supreme Court recently limited the use of nationwide injunctions, it allowed exceptions under certain conditions—exceptions Sorokin found applicable here. Meanwhile, a separate federal appeals court in California also ruled that Trump's executive order violated the 14th Amendment's Citizenship Clause and blocked it nationwide.US judge reaffirms nationwide injunction blocking Trump executive order on birthright citizenship | ReutersCalifornia has dropped plans to require Internet service providers (ISPs) to offer $15-per-month broadband plans to low-income residents, following pressure from both the Trump administration and major telecom companies. Assemblymember Tasha Boerner, who led the effort, said her office was warned that enforcing such a law could jeopardize California's access to $1.86 billion in federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) funding. The administration's revised BEAD rules prohibit states from setting explicit or implicit broadband pricing requirements.Despite earlier court wins by New York upholding a similar law, Boerner chose to pull the bill after the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) confirmed that even applying for BEAD funds could exempt ISPs from state pricing rules. Advocates and lawmakers criticized the move as a giveaway to large corporations, arguing it undermines efforts to ensure affordable internet access. Boerner had already watered down the bill in negotiations with ISPs, reducing required speeds and allowing ISPs to handle eligibility verification—both points that drew backlash from digital equity groups.Advocates argued the BEAD funding was intended for new broadband infrastructure, while the California bill focused on existing networks, meaning the NTIA's restrictions shouldn't apply. Critics also pointed out that the proposed speed standards were below the federal definition of broadband, and that delegating verification to ISPs risked privacy and access issues. While Boerner acknowledged the need for affordable broadband, she said the risk of losing billions in federal funds wasn't worth pushing the mandate. A separate Senate bill aims to encourage, but not require, ISPs to offer low-cost plans by linking them to subsidies.California backs down to Trump admin, won't force ISPs to offer $15 broadband - Ars Technica This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Andrew Gurza (@andrewgurza) joins Brian this week on the podcast to talk about sex, disability, and his new book, “Notes […] The post The Journey of a Queer Disabled Advocate with Andrew Gurza appeared first on Queer Theology.

Jeff Lax, CUNY professor and pro-Israel voice, calls into the show to discuss Columbia's lead anti-Semite Mahmoud Khalil appearing on CNN and refusing to condemn the terrorist organization that is Hamas. Lax then expresses support for Curtis Sliwa but acknowledges political realities and challenges in the election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will it be the rooftop or the basement floor? Figure out whether or not you should invest in these polarizing fantasy football players for the 2025 NFL season when you join Ryan Wormeli, Derek Brown and Andrew Erickson! Can Carolina Panthers WR Tetairoa McMillan be a league-winner? Will Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff's efficiency fall off a cliff? Plus, does New England Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson return value at cost? The Pros pick their poison wisely! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00FantasyPros ECR Rankings - 0:01:46Rashee Rice (WR - KC) - 0:02:38TreVeyon Henderson (RB - NE) - 0:06:03Tyrone Tracy Jr. (RB - NYG) - 0:12:24DraftKings Best Ball - 0:18:43Tetairoa McMillan (WR - CAR) - 0:20:06Travis Hunter (WR/CB - JAX) - 0:27:27Jauan Jennings (WR - SF) - 0:35:48FantasyPros Draft Assistant - 0:39:54Justin Fields (QB - NYJ) - 0:40:26Jared Goff (QB - DET) - 0:45:09James Cook Autographed Buffalo Bills Jersey Giveaway - 0:49:45Evan Engram (TE - DEN) - 0:50:05Devil’s Advocate - 0:53:51Mailbag Questions - 0:58:14Keep Lamar Jackson (QB - BAL) or Josh Jacobs (RB - GB)? - 0:59:04Are We Sleeping on Mason Taylor (TE- NYJ)? - 0:59:04Sell Burcky Irving (RB - TB) in Dynasty? - 1:00:56Median Scoring - 1:02:11This Year’s Puka Nacua (WR - LAR) - 1:02:43Dont'e Thornton Jr. (WR - LV) - 1:03:57Malik Nabers (WR - NYG) vs. Brian Thomas Jr. (WR - JAX) - 1:03:55Draft Strategy From the 12 Slot - 1:04:19Outro - 1:08:02 Helpful Links: