Podcast appearances and mentions of Alex Adams

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

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss who will be the Ottawa Senators' X-Factor this season, if people are sleeping on the Sens and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Adams joins the program to discuss the Ottawa Senators. Jesse and Victor ask about pros Tim Stutzle, Drake Batherson, William Eklund, Dylan Cozens, Shane Pinto, Claude Giroux, Ridly Greig, Fabian Zetterlund, Andre Burakovsky, Michael Amadio, Jake Sanderson, Thomas Chabot, Carter Yakemchuk, Jordan Spence, Linus Ullmark, Samuel Ersson, and Leevi Merilainen. In Cat's instincts, Cat Silverman of InGoal magazine joins to discuss prospect goalies Leevi Merilainen and Lucas Beckman. In the dynasty dig, we break down Carter Yakemchuk, Logan Hensler, and Dmitri Isayev with the help of reports from FHL scout Patrick Ploch and polls from NHL Rank King Mason Black.Have a listen! Our show is part of the Dobber Podcast Network and sponsored by Fantrax.com. Email fantasyhockeylife@gmail.com and ask to join our free discord. Join our Patreon at Patreon.com/fantasyhockeylife for rankings, bonus podcasts, in-depth prospect reports with video, show notes and more. Check our Facebook and Instagram pages.  Win a copy of the Dobber Draft Guide (listen to the episode for how). View our YouTube for more prospect videos at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQPYVXp3foOcvh7344fjKmA. Listen and subscribe wherever podcasts are posted - and give us 5 stars! We want to be your best place to talk about the game of dynasty fantasy hockey

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators' ongoing contract negotiations with Drake Batherson, what ultimately makes the most amount of sense for both parties, the ideal center for William Eklund, the importance of training camp this season, how this team can use Brady's departure as a source of motivation, Claude Giroux's role and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Graeme Nichols joins Alex Adams to discuss the latest developments in the Drake Batherson contract negotiation saga, how close the Sens are on an Artem Zub contract extension, the Ottawa Senators' depth at offense, unpredictable roles for Dylan Cozens and Shane Pinto, the ideal wingers to play alongside Tim Stutzle, where William Eklund fits in the top 6 and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Julien Paquette joins Alex Adams to discuss the next captain of the Ottawa Senators, the LeBreton Flats development still in limbo, just how strong the Atlantic division will be this season, if Jake Sanderson has a shot at winning the Norris trophy, how much money the Sens should be comfortable giving Drake Batherson and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Brent Wallace joins Alex Adams to discuss their impressions on the work that Michael Andlauer and Steve Staios have done since the start of their respective tenures, how the Ottawa Senators organization handled Brady Tkachuk's departure, how the team will respond to the loss this upcoming season, question marks regarding the goaltending, Drake Batherson and Artem Zub's contract extensions and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the current state of the Ottawa Senators' defense corps, potential deficiencies, which teams around the league have a better blue line than the Sens, the Drake Batherson contract extension and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Nicolas St-Pierre joins Alex Adams to discuss Brady Tkachuk's departure from the Senators, what moves still need to be made to make the team better, the goalie situation and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss whether the Ottawa Senators will make the playoffs next season, if the Ottawa Senators will give Drake Batherson an extension and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Ottawa Senators forward Stephen Halliday joins Alex Adams to discuss summer training, goals for next season, welcome to the NHL moment, Brady Tkachuk's departure, relationship with Jake Sanderson and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams answers your Ottawa Senators mailbag questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss what led to Brady Tkachuk's departure from the Ottawa Senators, how the team should go about selecting their next captain, which players present the best cases to wear the “C”, Drake Batherson and Artyom Zub's contract extensions, the Sens starting the season with 3 goaltenders and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, president of hockey operations and general manager for the Ottawa Senators Steve Staois joins Alex Adams to discuss Brady Tkachuk leaving, who will be the next captain, Drake Batherson's next contract, Daniel Alfredsson leaving, Claude Giroux returning, when the Senators want to compete for a Cup, why the Sens got William Eklund and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss where the Ottawa Senators' goals will come from, playoff expectations, Drake Batherson's next contract, William Eklund's potential, lineup options, & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Shayna Goldman joins Alex Adams to discuss Brady Tkachuk's exit from the Ottawa Senators, player empowerment, the William Eklund trade, Drake Batherson's next contract, Ottawa's offseason strategy, Steve Staios' tenure & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Dwork of The Hockey News and The Hockey Show and Alex Adams from Sportsnet stop by for the season finale. Brady Tkachuk is on the move; Leo Carlsson signed a massive offer sheet; it's been a week. Let's send the season off right. Tune in now!

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss Drake Batherson's next contract, Ottawa Senators salary cap strategy, organizational development, Belleville's importance, Atlantic Division competition, NHL contract trends & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Julien Paquette joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators' offseason, Daniel Alfredsson's departure, Brady Tkachuk's podcast fallout, Drake Batherson's future, Carter Yakimchuk's upside, Linus Ullmark's outlook, playoff expectations & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Nicolas St-Pierre joins Alex Adams to discuss which player would be best suited to become the next captain of the Ottawa Senators, the major distraction that was Brady Tkachuk, the return of Claude Giroux, the comfort level with the current goaltending, what the lineup would resemble if the next season started today and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the shocking departure of Ottawa Senators legend Daniel Alfredsson, what ultimately made him side with the Toronto Maple Leafs, the defeats piling on in Ottawa this offseason, Claude Giroux's diminished yet critical role with the Sens next season and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses Claude Giroux returning to the Ottawa Senators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses the Toronto Maple Leafs hiring Daniel Alfredsson as their associate head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Jason Bukala joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators' draft strategy, the upside of 1st round picks Jonas Lagerberg Hoen and Jaxon Cover, a potential later round steal, how the Sens handled Brady Tkachuk's departure, William Eklund's ultimate ceiling, Carter Yakemchuk facing more pressure this season and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams recaps the Free Agency much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators' offseason thus far, how William Eklund fits in Ottawa, the puzzling moves to bring in Andre Burakovsky and Samuel Ersson, just how much Brady's departure hurts the Sens, Drake Batherson's contract extension, the possibility of offer sheets, the Atlantic division getting much stronger and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses the Ottawa Senators drafting Jonas Lagerberg Hoen with the 25th overall pick and Jaxon Cover with the 32nd overall pick in the 2026 NHL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams reacts to the signing of defenceman Jordan Spence to a 4-year, $5 million AAV contract extension with the Ottawa Senators! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Julian McKenzie of The Athletic joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators' future after trading Brady Tkachuk, William Eklund's fit, offseason roster moves, Carter Yakemchuk's development, backup goaltending options, captaincy candidates & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this one, Harper is joined by Alex Adams to talk about the Brady Tkachuk trade! Alex writes about the Sens for Sportsnet, and is the host of the Behind the Play Podcast. Check him out here: linktr.ee/behindtheplayYour next chapter starts today. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy: https://betterhelp.com/boysinthebooth. (In paid partnership with BetterHelp)Download your new favourite sports book using our link: https://signupexpert.com/boysintheboothUse code BOYSINTHEBOOTH for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchaseALL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/boysinthebooth

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses the Ottawa Senators' acquisition of forwards William Eklund, Kasper Halttunen and Brandon Svoboda from the San Jose Sharks for a 1st-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators trading Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers, what led to the blockbuster deal, Steve Staios' handling of the situation, Jake Sanderson's emergence as the team's leader, Ottawa's next moves with the 9th overall pick, roster-building priorities moving forward & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses the Ottawa Senators trading Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers, Steve Staois' press conference following the trade and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In hour two, Mike & Jason discuss the Sens trading Brady Tkachuk to Florida with Sportsnet Ottawa's Alex Adams (1:29), plus the boys talk the latest Canucks news with NHL.com & In Goal Magazine's Kevin Woodley (26:41). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

In Hour 3 we were joined by David Dwork from The Hockey News covering the Florida Panthers and Sportsnet's Alex Adams covering the Ottawa Senators. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During Hour 3 Sportsnet's Alex Adams joined the show breaking down the Brady Tkachuk trade from an Ottawa Senators perspective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Graham Creech, host of Senators Pre and Post Game Show on TSN 1200, joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators offseason priorities, potential scoring upgrades, Jordan Spence's future, Carter Yakemchuk's development, Brady Tkachuk trade speculation, Drake Batherson extension talks, Artem Zub's fit, Ottawa Senators goaltending options, Dylan Cozens' role & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses the Ottawa Senators trading Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Luke Gazdic joins Alex Adams to discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup win, Ottawa Senators playoff lessons, Tim Stützle's growth, Ottawa Senators roster needs, Carter Yakemchuk's development, Jordan Spence's future, Drake Batherson's next contract, Brady Tkachuk's long-term outlook & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup victory, lessons for the Ottawa Senators, Jordan Spence trade speculation, the Ottawa Senators roster construction & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Jason Bukala joins Alex Adams to discuss the 2026 NHL Draft, Ottawa Senators prospect targets at No. 32, Logan Hensler's development, Carter Yakemchuk's NHL future, goaltending prospects, Stephen Halliday's rise, offseason priorities for the Ottawa Senators, potential roster upgrades & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss Dylan Larkin's trade rumors, the Detroit Red Wings' uncertainty, Mike Babcock's NHL future, Connor McDavid's influence on management decisions, the Ottawa Senators ownership commitment, downtown arena challenges, Drake Batherson extension talks, the Ottawa Senators offseason priorities, NHL trade market expectations & more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Left is going all in on Texas Senate candidate James Talarico, attempting to portray him as a moderate Texan. But Glenn takes a deep dive into Talarico's past, and previous statements are anything but moderate. Glenn exposes Talarico for being the radical leftist that he is desperately trying to claim he isn't. Glenn passionately explains why America should not be defined by its worst moments, but rather by how America responded to those failures. Health and Human Services Assistant Secretary Alex Adams joins to discuss how the Trump administration is ensuring no child gets left behind.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Left is going all in on Texas Senate candidate James Talarico, attempting to portray him as a moderate Texan. But Glenn takes a deep dive into Talarico's past, and previous statements are anything but moderate. Glenn exposes Talarico for being the radical leftist that he is desperately trying to claim he isn't. Glenn also exposes the pro-LGBTQ+ beliefs that his church preaches. Glenn recaps how he grew up to love America and patriotism and reveals a deeply personal story about his family. Glenn passionately explains why America should not be defined by its worst moments, but rather by how America responded to those failures. Health and Human Services Assistant Secretary Alex Adams joins to discuss how the Trump administration is ensuring no child gets left behind. What is happening with Bill Gates? Glenn breaks down how Gates is using his wealth and PR to reinvent his image as a benevolent hero. Glenn brings in Jason to discuss where America stands in the ongoing conflict in Iran. Will we ever see this conflict end? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sloany talks with CM Mark Jeffreys about the new teen takeover law, Alex Adams joins to discuss government spending cuts, Samjay Shewakramani joins for his weekly health and fitness segment. OH Sen. Bill Blessing joins to discuss a potential new law requiring drink testing strips in bars and Michelle Sloan joins to discuss the latest in real estate.

Sloany talks with CM Mark Jeffreys about the new teen takeover law, Alex Adams joins to discuss government spending cuts, Samjay Shewakramani joins for his weekly health and fitness segment. OH Sen. Bill Blessing joins to discuss a potential new law requiring drink testing strips in bars and Michelle Sloan joins to discuss the latest in real estate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports (3:00), plus they chat with Sportsnet Ottawa Senators reporter Alex Adams (28:33) about the possibility of team captain Brady Tkachuk being traded this offseason. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Alex Adams, assistant secretary in charge of the Administration for Children and Families, joined the podcast last year to discuss his background and the child welfare goals for President Trump's second term. This week he returned to discuss his first six months on the job. We discussed the early going of the A Home for Every Child initiative, his decision to rescind the “designated placement” rule for LGBTQ foster youth, the future of the Chafee program for transition-age foster youth, and more. Alex Adams is the assistant secretary in charge of the Administration for Children and Families. Before joining the administration he led the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare.Reading RoomTrump's Top Child Welfare Official: An Interview with Alex Adamshttps://imprintnews.org/podcast/trump-top-child-welfare-official-interview-alex-adamsThe Latest on A Home for Every Childhttps://imprintnews.org/subscriber-content/latest-a-home-for-every-child/271534Feds Warn States: Family Gender Disputes Should Not Lead to Child Welfare Caseshttps://imprintnews.org/subscriber-content/feds-warn-states-family-gender-disputes-should-not-lead-to-child-welfare-cases/271600What Program Improvement Can Look Likehttps://imprintnews.org/opinion/what-program-improvement-can-look-like/273564ACF is Rescinding Biden-Era Rule on LGBTQ Foster Care Placementshttps://imprintnews.org/subscriber-content/acf-rescinding-biden-era-rule-lgbtq-foster-care/271775Homes Waiting for Children, Not Children Waiting for Homeshttps://www.city-journal.org/article/child-welfare-executive-order-foster-care-licensing-placement

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: INTERVIEW: Cam Edwards: Editor-in-Chief of Bearing Arms on what’s going to Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger’s desk regarding gun bills. INTERVIEW: Alex Adams: HHS Assistant Secretary for the Administration for Children and Families on Trump’s Foster Home initiative. Katy Perry & Justin Trudeau: Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is being labeled a hypocrite for partying with red solo cups at Coachella alongside girlfriend Katy Perry after he led a nationwide effort to ban single-use plastics in Canada while he was in office. (FOX News) Swalwell Booted from House: Lefty billionaire Stephen Cloobeck dramatically cut ties with Eric Swalwell and revealed he has kicked him out of his mansion — hours before the congressman dropped his run for California governor. (New York Post) Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.