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Why is collaborating with local and state governments important for businesses in rural areas? Chuck Ruggiero, a seasoned professional in the outsourcing industry with a background in programming, has been a pivotal figure in bringing jobs back to the United States through rural outsourcing. He believes in harnessing the potential of local talent while maintaining high global standards, a vision he continues to pursue as CEO of Optomi Professional Services. Ruggiero advocates for the value of rural outsourcing in the US, emphasizing its role in cultivating an efficient IT workforce by training local communities, veterans, and professionals to fill the talent gaps often overlooked. His approach, which includes strategic partnerships with local governments and a focus on nearshore services, demonstrates a sustainable model that enhances operational efficiency, reduces costs, and revitalizes rural areas by providing comprehensive consulting solutions. Key Takeaways: Outsourcing involves finding talent that may not be available in-house or seeking lower-cost talent Investing in rural talent by training them to progress from tier 1 to tier 4 support roles has been a successful strategy. Recruiting veterans from nearby military bases to transition into technical support roles is a key strategy Understanding key performance indicators (KPIs) is crucial for providing tailored solutions to clients The company offers various services including staff augmentation, professional services, and managed services Starting a class A business in rural America can be challenging but offers job opportunities Collaboration with local and state governments is crucial for the success and growth of businesses in rural America More from Chuck Ruggiero Chuck Ruggiero is the CEO of Optomi Professional Services, a purpose-driven technology talent provider composed of Optomi and Provalus. With over two decades of executive leadership, Chuck is known for transforming operations and scaling companies into industry leaders. His tenure includes launching Provalus, guiding Optomi's explosive growth, and driving U.S.-based outsourcing initiatives that rival offshore alternatives. A seasoned strategist and operator, Chuck has led exponential growth across four major firms—one of which went public—and brings blue-chip experience to every initiative he touches. He's a master of business transformation, operational excellence, and market expansion, with deep expertise in M&A, succession planning, and executive coaching. Chuck's leadership philosophy blends entrepreneurial spirit with operational rigor. From overseeing global delivery teams to advising C-suites and boards, he has consistently delivered measurable, sustainable results. With a sharp focus on financials and a passion for building world-class cultures, Chuck is as committed to the bottom line as he is to purpose-driven innovation. Outside the boardroom, he's a DIY enthusiast and self-described “closet coder.” A board member of The TGB Foundation and a longtime supporter of initiatives that uplift underserved communities, Chuck channels his success toward creating meaningful, lasting impact across America. Website: https://www.optomi.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesruggiero/   If you are an experienced CEO looking to grow your company, visit https://www.TheCEOProject.com   You can also reach Jim by email: Jim@TheCEOProject.com   LinkedIn: @theceoproject Instagram: @the_ceoproject Twitter/X: @the_CEO_Project Facebook:  @IncCEOproject

Nel tourbillon del risiko bancario erano rimaste solo le due ex popolari, dopo che Intesa Sanpaolo martedì si è chiamata fuori da qualsiasi operazione di sistema. Dopo lunghe speculazioni che si sono rincorse per mesi, alla fine è successo: Bper Banca ha lanciato un Operazione pubblica di scambio sulla Popolare di Sondrio. Entrambe le banche sono partecipate da Unipol, la prima al 19,9% (ma ha costruito una quota potenziale che potrebbe portarla al 24,6%) e la seconda Pop Sondrio al 19,7%. Con questa mossa sono arrivate a cinque le offerte a Piazza Affari di titoli bancari: Banco Bpm su Anima, Unicredit sullo stesso Banco, Mps-Mediobanca, Banca Ifis-Illimity, oltre a Unicredit che a Francoforte ha aperto il fronte Commerzbank. Ora è arrivata anche l iniziativa di Bper sulla Popolare Sondrio. L'offerta di scambio totalitaria lanciata prevede che vengano assegnate 1,45 azioni di nuova emissione dell'istituto modenese per ogni titolo di quello valtellinese. La valorizzazione delle azioni di Bper, si legge in una nota, ammonta a 9,527 euro (rispetto ai 9,27 euro di ieri). In caso di adesione integrale, il controvalore complessivo dell'offerta è di 4,32 miliardi di euro. Il premio riconosciuto agli azionisti della Sondrio è pari al 6,6% sulla chiusura di Borsa. Il commento è di Luca Davi Il Sole 24 Ore.Da America first ad America more Lo scorso 4 febbraio la presidente della Commissione Ue Ursula von der Leyen parlando alla Conferenza degli Ambasciatori europei ha dichiarato: "La visione di un mondo che tende a una sempre maggiore cooperazione e iperglobalizzazione è ormai superata. O almeno questa è la sensazione che i cittadini - e certamente molti elettori - di tutto il mondo hanno espresso chiaramente. Ma non si tratta solo di una sensazione astratta. Sono tornate le grandi paure". In questo contesto, dall'altra parte dell'Oceano sembra evidente un cambio di rotta da 'America First' ad 'America More', dall'isolazionismo a un nuovo imperialismo: è l'apparente parabola del Trump II, dopo l'annuncio di un piano per il controllo Usa di Gaza. La mossa sembra in linea con le ambizioni espansionistiche della nuova amministrazione Trump, che sostiene, almeno a parole, di volersi riprendere il Canale di Panama, impossessarsi della Groenlandia e annettersi il Canada come 51/mo stato Usa. Ma contraddice tutta la sua campagna elettorale, dove aveva promesso di tenere il Paese fuori da coinvolgimenti stranieri e dalle "guerre senza fine", evitando 'boots on the ground', le truppe sul terreno che ora non esclude neppure per Gaza (anche se la Casa Bianca ha frenato, indicandola come possibile leva negoziale). Resta da capire se la sue mosse apparentemente improvvisate, come con i dazi, non rientri in una strategia di negoziazione per alzare la posta in gioco e trattare da una posizione di forza, con la pistola sul tavolo. Ne parliamo insieme a Giulio Sapelli, Università Statale Milano.

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Former President Trump voiced outrage after President Biden called his supporters “garbage” — which Biden clarified later as criticism of divisive remarks made at Trump's New York rally. Record heat expected for Halloween. Eye on America - More than half of Americans age 85 and older still drive. When to hang up their car keys for good is often a difficult decision for older drivers that involves challenging conversations with their families and grappling with the loss of independence.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Spike's 40th high school reunion is this weekend//The growing emphasis on work/life balance in corporate America//More thoughts on the passing of time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EP 42 w/ James Thigpen Jr. James Thigpen Jr. is a design expert. His background includes many of the brands we love. He joined us on TopShelf to give his perspective! Also Covers: - JT (City Girls) Wardrobe malfunction - Walmart gentrifying Juneteenth - Dave Chapelle's attacker - Gun Access in America +More @topshelfthepodcast www.beatsxbeers.com/topshelf

A Classic message by David Wilkerson, circa late 1987: Warning of Judgment to America -- More pertinent today

“The Short Life and Curious Death of Free Speech in America” Ellis Cose.......Our guest on the next two episodes is: Ellis Cose. He is a Chicago native, who holds a master's degree in science, technology and public policy from George Washington University. Among his list of outstanding accolades he has been a contributor and press critic for Time magazine, Chief Executive Officer of the Institute for Journalism Education, chief writer on management and workplace issues for USA Today and a member of the editorial board of the Detroit Free Press. He has been recognized for writing ground-breaking books on subjects as diverse as “Rage among the Black middle-class”, the evolution of post-conflict societies, and, now, the role of free speech in a democratic society. As well as being a highly esteemed journalist he is the writer of the book named as one of Newsweek’s "25 Must-Read Fall Fiction and Nonfiction Books to Escape the Chaos of 2020" Entitled: “The Short Life and Curious Death of Free Speech in America” More on Ellis Cose. http://EllisCose.com...... Because Unified meaning is the one single monolithic difference between mediocrity and greatness for all individuals and companies, today more than ever, it is time to upgrade your leadership. Find out how you can hire Dov Baron, "The Dragonist", as a speaker or strategist for yourself or your organization: DovBaron.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“The Short Life and Curious Death of Free Speech in America” Ellis Cose.......Our guest on the next two episodes is: Ellis Cose. He is a Chicago native, who holds a master's degree in science, technology and public policy from George Washington University. Among his list of outstanding accolades he has been a contributor and press critic for Time magazine, Chief Executive Officer of the Institute for Journalism Education, chief writer on management and workplace issues for USA Today and a member of the editorial board of the Detroit Free Press. He has been recognized for writing ground-breaking books on subjects as diverse as “Rage among the Black middle-class”, the evolution of post-conflict societies, and, now, the role of free speech in a democratic society. As well as being a highly esteemed journalist he is the writer of the book named as one of Newsweek’s "25 Must-Read Fall Fiction and Nonfiction Books to Escape the Chaos of 2020" Entitled: “The Short Life and Curious Death of Free Speech in America” More on Ellis Cose. http://EllisCose.com......Because Unified meaning is the one single monolithic difference between mediocrity and greatness for all individuals and companies, today more than ever, it is time to upgrade your leadership. Find out how you can hire Dov Baron, "The Dragonist", as a speaker or strategist for yourself or your organization: DovBaron.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ron Toellner, Alaina Gump and Adam Wolfe are partners at Wilson-Toellner CPA, which has been meeting the needs of business and individual clients in Central Missouri for 32 years. Together, its team of over 40 individuals provide traditional CPA firm services, as well as business advisory and support services to help clients solve problems and achieve their goals. Ron Toellner is co-founder and managing partner of Wilson Toellner, working with the leadership team to guide the firm’s operations and strategies for achieving its vision. He specializes in income tax planning, business acquisition and sales, and succession and estate planning and holds a degree in accounting from the University of Missouri. He is actively involved in his community and serves in several organizations including. When he is not focused on finding optimal solutions for clients, Ron enjoys traveling with his wife Judy, spending time with their children and grandchildren and is a St. Louis Cardinals fan. Also joining the group is Alaina Gump, partner at Wilson Toellner. Through her professional expertise and attention to detail, Alaina serves clients through tax-planning and forward-thinking business strategies. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a major in Accounting and a Masters of Arts in Accountancy with a specialization in tax from the University of Central Missouri. She continues to grow as a professional through her involvement in peer and industry organizations. When she is not focused on providing innovative and timely accounting services, Alaina enjoys spending time with her husband and children, watching sports and reading. Joining Ron and Alaina is Adan Wolfe, partner at Wilson-Toellner. Adam specializes in business development and consulting and income tax planning and preparation. He provides value to clients by gaining a deep understanding of what is important to them and building successful relationships through communication. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Missouri State University, with majors in accounting and finance and is involved in several industry organizations. In his free time, he can be found at home with his wife and son on his family farm near Climax Springs, leading an active lifestyle and being involved in his church. Hear the group’s thoughts on the business industry in rural America, planning for business success, integrating new technologies for growth and the core values that drive their personal and professional lives. They discuss capitalizing on a business niche, developing a strong team and adaptable work environment and the importance of having fun along the way. Tune in to this episode of OUTdrive now! What you'll learn: Core values that power small businesses in rural America More about the freedom and opportunity present in rural America today Understanding employee needs to foster an effective work environment Integrating new technologies to serve customers and grow your business Utilizing artificial intelligence to be more time-efficient and make more of an impact with clients’ investments Serving clients through an individualized approach and understanding their unique needs Understanding the rural American lifestyle and the unique benefits it provides to small businesses Insight into the financial impact of COVID-19 on small businesses Adding talented individuals to build an effective and efficient business Capitalizing on a niche by doing what you love and knowing your audience

Lori Wightman leads a successful career in healthcare leadership, currently serving as CEO of Bothwell Regional Health Center. With over 18 years of experience as a hospital President and CEO, Lori understands the importance of hiring great people to build a strong team and the importance of strategic planning to achieve sustainable growth. A passionate leader, Lori began her career working as a registered nurse before receiving her master’s degree in health administration. She later served as Deputy Director of the Department of Human Services for the state of North Dakota before reentering healthcare leadership and stepping into her current position. When she is not at Bothwell, Lori can be found at many events throughout the Sedalia and Pettis County community or home with her husband and two dogs. Hear Lori’s and Cliff’s thoughts on building a strong team and strategic decision making for sustainable growth. They visit about the importance of hiring good people, strategic planning through scenario planning and some great life-guiding principles that can be applied in any business. Listen to this episode of OUTdrive now! What you'll learn:  The unique dynamic of healthcare in rural America More about the technology and innovation available in rural American healthcare and what’s coming next How community hospitals differ from urban hospitals and how characteristics of the rural American audience contribute to providing exceptional care The value of hiring stars and getting out of the way How to be a steady hand on the wheel during uncertain times Scenario planning to create a strategic plan for your organization Learning from your company’s history and those who came before you Why what you do is just as important or more important than what you say The importance of remaining vigilant and continuously adapting to changes Inspiring life-guiding principles that can be applied in any business

On March 13th, 2020, Tony was interviewed on 'Stand Up For the Truth,' (standupforthetruth.com) a radio program / ministry based in Wisconsin. Summary: Topics we cover on this podcast: How should Christians respond to the coronavirus?: Prayer, perspective and real stats, Democrat media using the “crisis” to hurt Trump, What really happened to Phil Haney and why?, The Deception of ‘Interfaith Dialogues,’ Islam a growing threat to America & More!

Flyover Politik Podcast 1-16-20-B Today’s show is in 2 parts part “A” is politics part “B” is News and Social Media Nuggets If you missed it download 1-16-20-A and listen to Politics 1- College Crazy 2- Gay Shit- Ru Paul sexualizes kids in new show and its horrible/Man uses MAP as defense of child porn 3- Everything is Racist- 2 NYT articles pushing the agenda and #oscarssowhite is back again 4- Liberal Shit Christianity attacks- Reagan and atheist ad on CNN during dem debate/College rips up bible and displays as art/Hummus banning/Jeopardy slammed for saying Jesus born in Israel/Women’s march irrelevant WAPO won’t say anti-Semitism to blame Abortion is Normal art exhibit lauded by media Climate- CNN skeptics to blamed for fires WTF?/ more award show veganism/Talib proud her kid thinks planet gonna die Greta Thunberg- Facebook glitch shows what we knew... father and climate extremist behind her posts and everything she says 5- Lighter fare- Liberal road rage/Packers/Ferris Bueller is not real! 6- This is America- More media bowing to Iran/Impeachment moves forward it is all a sham Next show 1-22-20

In this episode Princess G and King William discuss the case of 19-year-old Chrystul Kizer. Chrystul is another victim of child sex trafficking who killed her perpetrator and is now facing life in prison. What do these types of cases say about America? More importantly, what do these cases say to the Black community? Let us know your thoughts.

Serious Topic: May is National Mental Health Awareness month, and I have been excited to talk about the topic of mental health on this podcast. I will discuss my own battles with depression, stress, binge drinking, and other issues that stemmed from my time at Bank of America (More of the serious stories will appear in my book) I will tell you how banks make employees feel like you are obliged to accept their abuse of power and incessant nitpicking. Plus I will also discuss the impact on customers, where working in the branch became a petri dish of crazy human emotion that was spurred by the policies and decisions that banks made to their clients. You will also hear me discuss how I witnessed threats of domestic violence while sitting in my office helping that was brought on by the unhelpful attitudes of Bank of America, and most certainly copied every other bank. (Some Adult Language in that discussion) Really Hard Podcast to do, but it needs to be done. Plus I announce how I am going to give back to charity for every part of my project. Plus one fun, if not sad, topic. Bank of America used to have a bunch of locations on the way to Vegas in Arizona. Learn about two more closures happening soon that impact how people just outside of Phoenix and Vegas will bank. It's snake eyes for BofA in Bullhead City, AZ. Click Here for Article ONE PENNY IS DONATED TO CHARITY FOR EVERY PODCAST PLAY!!! CLICK AWAY!!! Our website www.whyyourbanksucks.com for more info on our podcast, store, sponsorship info and much more! Visit our Twitter Page @bankscrewedus - Running commentary with BofA clients @banksuckspod - our podcast twitter account, & Host James B on Twitter @jamesbisright. View my other projects: The Bank Screwed US www.TheBankScrewed.us The Banker Dude Podcast coming soon! http://www.thebankerdude.com @BankerDudePod on Twitter Real Financial Advice for Real People Books Coming Soon: "The Banker Dude Presents: Beer Money: Banking and Financial Tips for Today's Modern Man" "Bank of America Nearly Made Me Homeless (And I Worked There)" Status plus my Complaints book, "The Bank Screwed US" ALL PROJECTS WILL HAVE A PORTION OF PROCEEDS DONATED TO CHARITY. VISIT http://www.whyyourbanksucks.com for more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What is the current cultural norm for Drug Addiction and Recovery in America? More and more the results of long term addiction are being discussed on media platforms, and the resounding consensus is that things must change, but what exactly needs to change? Mike and Joe dive into the current standard for treatment and information sharing in the field and discuss ways to change the standard. Mike and Joe discuss these thoughts and more on today's episode of the All In Recovery Podcast.

This week at In The Past Lane, the American History podcast, we take a close look at America’s early colonial origins. Most Americans tend to think of their nation as beginning in Massachusetts with the 1620 establishment of a colony at Plymouth by the Pilgrims. But this view overlooks Jamestown, Virginia which had been established 13 years earlier in 1607. Why? Because, apart from periodic wars with local Native Americans, Massachusetts thrived, while further south in Virginia the Jamestown colony suffered through several periods of starvation and near extinction. And then in 1619 – 400 years ago this year – Jamestown was the site of the arrival of the first shipload of enslaved Africans. Plymouth, MA came to be seen as the New World utopia in contrast to the Jamestown dystopia. But there’s a lot more to the Jamestown story that’s really important to know about when considering the origins of the United States and American democracy. To explain this overlooked chapter of US history, I speak with Joseph Kelly, the author of a new book,  Marooned: Jamestown, Shipwreck, and a New History of America’s Origin. Recommended reading:  Joseph Kelly, Marooned: Jamestown, Shipwreck, and a New History of America’s Origin (Bloomsbury, 2018) James Horn, 1619: Jamestown and the Forging of American Democracy  James Horn, A Land As God Made It: Jamestown and the Birth of America William M. Kelso, Jamestown, the Buried Truth Benjamin Woolley, Savage Kingdom: The True Story of Jamestown, 1607, and the Settlement of America More info about Joseph Kelly - his website  Follow In The Past Lane on Twitter  @InThePastLane Instagram  @InThePastLane Facebook: InThePastLanePodcast YouTube: InThePastLane   Music for This Episode Jay Graham, ITPL Intro (JayGMusic.com) Kevin McCleod, “Impact Moderato” (Free Music Archive) Andy Cohen, “Trophy Endorphins” (Free Music Archive) Blue Dot Sessions, “Sage the Hunter” (Free Music Archive) Jon Luc Hefferman, “Winter Trek” (Free Music Archive) The Bell, “I Am History” (Free Music Archive) Production Credits Executive Producer: Lulu Spencer Technical Advisors: Holly Hunt and Jesse Anderson Podcasting Consultant: Dave Jackson of the School of Podcasting Podcast Editing: Wildstyle Media Photographer: John Buckingham Graphic Designer: Maggie Cellucci Website by: ERI Design Legal services: Tippecanoe and Tyler Too Social Media management: The Pony Express Risk Assessment: Little Big Horn Associates Growth strategies: 54 40 or Fight © In The Past Lane, 2019 Recommended History Podcasts Ben Franklin’s World with Liz Covart @LizCovart The Age of Jackson Podcast @AgeofJacksonPod Backstory podcast – the history behind today’s headlines @BackstoryRadio Past Present podcast with Nicole Hemmer, Neil J. Young, and Natalia Petrzela @PastPresentPod 99 Percent Invisible with Roman Mars @99piorg Slow Burn podcast about Watergate with @leoncrawl The Memory Palace – with Nate DiMeo, story teller extraordinaire @thememorypalace The Conspirators – creepy true crime stories from the American past @Conspiratorcast The History Chicks podcast @Thehistorychix My History Can Beat Up Your Politics @myhist Professor Buzzkill podcast – Prof B takes on myths about the past @buzzkillprof Footnoting History podcast @HistoryFootnote The History Author Show podcast @HistoryDean More Perfect podcast - the history of key US Supreme Court cases @Radiolab Revisionist History with Malcolm Gladwell @Gladwell Radio Diaries with Joe Richman @RadioDiaries DIG history podcast @dig_history The Story Behind – the hidden histories of everyday things @StoryBehindPod Studio 360 with Kurt Andersen – specifically its American Icons series @Studio360show Uncivil podcast – fascinating takes on the legacy of the Civil War in contemporary US @uncivilshow Stuff You Missed in History Class @MissedinHistory The Whiskey Rebellion – two historians discuss topics from today’s news @WhiskeyRebelPod American History Tellers ‏@ahtellers The Way of Improvement Leads Home with historian John Fea @JohnFea1 The Bowery Boys podcast – all things NYC history @BoweryBoys Ridiculous History @RidiculousHSW The Rogue Historian podcast with historian @MKeithHarris The Road To Now podcast @Road_To_Now Retropod with @mikerosenwald

We take a look back at the great war, a time tainted with harsh economic times, Nazi's and dudes getting doped up on experimental drugs. I mean, I guess times have changed. This week, the boys discuss Captain America the First Avenger and debate how well it holds up after all these years!What will you do for America? More like what will you do for After Credits? I can tell you what you CAN do, and that's to vote for our next movie series we watch and discuss after we finish the Countdown to Infinity! Vote at this link here today! https://goo.gl/forms/jiAYsvAL26GOGhbq1 Please like, share, comment, and subscribe! Please support us on Patreon! Every little bit helps keeps the lights on and allows us more time to dedicate to making our shows better and making more of them. https://www.patreon.com/evacstation Please follow us on social media!***Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/E-Vac-Station-502248993120726/ ***Twitter - https://twitter.com/E_VacStation ***Tumblr - http://e-vacstation.tumblr.com/ ***Steam - http://steamcommunity.com/groups/e_vac_station Please let us know what your favorite Marvel Movie is! When we get to that episode, we'll read your comments on the air! Also look out for our Listener Questions of the Week! Each week we'll be asking you for input and we'll read your comments on the air! And if you have suggestions for trivia to try and stump us (or just make us look even stupider than we normally do) send them in and, if we have time, we'll try our hand at them and see if we can figure them out! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do you ever get the impression people are laughing at you, America? More so recently? It could just be your imaginations. But in the view of our experts, Ambassador Nick Burns, Rosa Brooks and Kori Schake, the reason is all the actual laughter you are hearing from everywhere in the world. The world’s view of America, as recent polls have shown, is at a low point. The question is whether this is something new, a turning point, or we were always this funny (or flawed). Tune in to this episode of Deep State Radio for answers.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/deepstateradio. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do you ever get the impression people are laughing at you, America? More so recently? It could just be your imaginations. But in the view of our experts, Ambassador Nick Burns, Rosa Brooks and Kori Schake, the reason is all the actual laughter you are hearing from everywhere in the world. The world’s view of America, as recent polls have shown, is at a low point. The question is whether this is something new, a turning point, or we were always this funny (or flawed). Tune in to this episode of Deep State Radio for answers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Podcast lover? So am I, stay tuned for a new podcast! • Hot Leaf Juice, the podcast of the day • Hot Leaf Juice - Taylor Drye talks cycles • Hot Leaf Juice - The tea renaissance in America • More clips on the way! • Hot Leaf Juice - Making good tea • Interview up next! • Barry of Hot Leaf Juice! • Experiences with tea • When did you decide to kick off the show? • The tea community • How tea influences the world • What's your favorite tea? • Check out Hot Leaf Juice! https://hotleafjuice.simpleca

How the Great Recession Has Changed Life in America More than half (55%) of all adults in the labor force say that since the Great Recession began 30 months ago, they have suffered a spell of unemployment, a cut in pay, a reduction in hours or have become involuntary part-time workers, according to a new survey by the Pew Research Center‘s Social & Demographic Trends Project. The survey also finds that the recession has led to a new frugality in Americans‘ spending and borrowing habits; a diminished set of expectations about their retirements and their children‘s future; and a concern that it will take several years, at a minimum, for their family finances and house values to recover. Not all survey findings are bleak. More than six-in-ten (62%) Americans believe that their personal finances will improve in the coming year, and a small but growing minority (15%) now says the national economy is in good shape. These green shoots of public optimism are not evenly distributed—nor do they always sprout from the most likely sources. Several groups that have been hardest hit by this recession (including blacks, young adults and Democrats) are significantly more upbeat than their more sheltered counterparts (including whites, older adults and Republicans) about a recovery both for themselves and for the national economy. This report analyzes economic outcomes, behavioral changes and attitudinal trends related to the recession among the full adult population and among different subgroups. It is based on a Pew Research Center survey of 2,967 adults conducted from May 11 to May 31, 2010, on cellular and landline telephones and also on a Pew Research analysis of government economic and demographic data. We will discuss Key findings and we will remember Steve Jobs in our last segment..  

Your Dog Prefers The New HDTV. When you purchased that new high-def TV, you were probably thinking how crisp the picture appears to you. Did you know that your dog couldn't see what we saw with your old TV? It just looked like the horizontal hold needed to be adjusted because all your dog saw were lines going up and down. Today's new Digital Television delivers the signal differently, and yes your dog can see the same picture you see, but probably not the same colors. Red is still white to the canine eye. That Slobbery Kiss Doesn't Necessarily Mean Fido Loves You Perhaps because human beings form such strong bonds with dogs, we tend to assign human-biased traits to their behavior. The technical word is Anthropomorphism. We project our own feelings onto our furry-family members. And more often than not, we're wrong. That slobbery kiss beckons back to early wolf behavior and the regurgitation of food. While it is a positive behavior, it has nothing to do with kissing. Christo's Son Following in Father's Footsteps Environmental Artist Christo's son, Cyril, has created a stunning photo book of elephants. His message is poignant. Elephant populations are declining because of illegal poaching and the destruction of our environment. Cyril and his wife Marie describe their journey and mission. Cyril guests this week on Animal Radio® Do Dogs Feel Guilt? We may think those puppy eyes are expressing remorse or even guilt for something your dog did wrong. Truth is that canines don't feel guilt, and this look was developed to appease you according to Alexandria Horowitz. The psychology professor tops the best-selling book list with Inside Of A Dog, and she's Animal Radio's special guest this week. What's Bloat? Why is it so common? Many breeds are predisposed to stomach bloat. This can actually be fatal if the stomach flips upside down. A surgical procedure can almost alleviate bloat. A blind listener is selecting a service dog and needs help deciding if bloat will be an issue. H1N1 Sicken Cat and Ferrets The Swine Flu Virus has touched our four-legged family members. Reports of cats and ferrets contracting the H1N1 virus have put us on full-alert. Dr. Julie Levy has the truths and myths about how the virus can affect our animals. Levy says if we get the flu, we shouldn't spend time close to our pets. While dogs don't seem to fall victim to this brand of flu (they have their own dog flu), felines and other domestic pets are at risk! Animal Radio® has complete coverage of this important news event. Dogs Allowed - No Kids A German eatery has opened touting the dog-friendly policy. May not seem different, but the owner has decided not to allow kids or children. He says they're noisier and dirtier than the four-legged clientele. So far, not too many complaints about the policy. Is this something we should try in America? More