Podcasts about AMR

Anyone looking to shake things up should start by listening to this episode, in which Coach Liz Waterstraat details to host Sarah Bowen Shea how small changes can make a big difference. (Call it the Lilliputian Effect!) Detailing two books—Tiny Experimentsand Tiny Habits—Coach Liz details how to make your own pocket-sized experiment, as well as highlighting the power of the pivot. She also talks up small-scale, low-effort initiatives and other ways to make lasting habit change. The hosts think, after listening, you'll agree: Tiny is transformative! Find retreat details here.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Feel the Currex difference: Get 15% off with code AMR15 at Currex.com Run Portland! Use code AMR20 for $20 off registration at portlandmarathon.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sadly, this is a must-listen episode for every runner and triathlete: Coach Liz Waterstraat shares the sweaty details of her recent 70.3 triathlon, during which temps climbed into the high 90s! Then, in conversation with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz shares so much great heat-mitigating advice, including: -why it's crucial to be as fit as possible on race day; -smart steps to take in the week pre-race; -why 70 degrees is the magic turning point;  -how and why to recalibrate your race expectations; and,-how to reframe the heat as a challenge versus a threat. Before Coach Liz switches from co-host to guest, Sarah shares details of her sporty weekend, including meeting a new pal at the pond.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Good day sunshine: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses with code AMR2025 at TifosiOptics.com Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for your next purchase at Selkirk.com Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If your race-engine is still revving yet you crave more recovery time, like Tammy, you'll welcome the details of a 10-day training program Coach Dimity outlines in this episode. Keeping with the-less-is-more theme, Dimity details the bare minimum training required for a half-Ironman triathlon, like Amy is contemplating. Then the host-duo shares suggestions about integrating a second sporting passion (like pickleball!) into a training cycle, in response to Kate's question.    Before the Q+As start, the hosts talk about the state of women's pro sports, prompted by Sarah's recent visit to The Sports Bra. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Find hiking programs here.      When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Al-Mugheera Ibn Shu'ba رضي الله عنه Session 43 The Siege of Nihaawand 21 AH The Battle of Nihaawand, fought over a period of 2 weeks. This splended opening was called The Openings Of All Openings or The Victory Of Victories - for after it the Persians had no more authority and the Muslims took control over their lands (Tabaree). After Nihaawand, with regards to Hadrat al-Mugheerah (ra) himself Haafiz Dhahabi (rah) had related, "He (ra) led the Conquests of Azerbaijan and Hamadhaan (Haafiz Dhahabi). Amr ibn MA'A'Dikarib (rah) is maryted at Nihaawand. Hadrat Maalik ibn Abdullah Khath'ami had related re Amr (raa)... I have not seen anyone step forward (ie to challenge an opponent) in The Battle of Yarmook who was better than a certain Muslim. When a powerfully built unbeliever came to meet his challenge, he effectively killed him (in no time). When another came forward, he killed him (in no time) as well (Hayatus Sahaba).

Any women runners looking to feel liberated will enjoy this episode. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Molly Williams get personal with four gals, talking about what it's like to run in simply a sports bra—no tank or tee over it. The conversation takes some unexpected turns. A few revealing confessions are: -one runner visualizes herself as Kara Goucher to summon speed + courage; -the vanity + bitterness fueling one grandmother runner to bare her bod;  -the runner's high one pregnant runner feels when a breeze hits her midsection; and, -the self-imposed intimidation one breast cancer survivor feels on bra-squad runs.    In the intro chitchat, the BRFs lament the Portland weather-inferno. The first guest joins at 11:38.   This episode originally debuted on July 2, 2021.     When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! It's 'GO time: Get 15% off any new ElliptiGObike with code AMR15 at ElliptiGO.com Run 'round Portland! Use code AMR20 for $20 off registration at portlandmarathon.com Sleep soundly: Save 25% off at CBDistillery.com with code AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025 At The Half – A Mid-Year Market Check-In As we hit the halfway mark of 2025, Chris Boyd and Russ Ball of the AMR team at Wealth Enhancement take a thoughtful look at the year's financial journey so far. From market volatility and tariff tensions to geopolitical shifts and AI-driven optimism, this episode dives into the key forces shaping the investment landscape.  Get insights on: Market performance across major indices and asset classes The impact of global trade negotiations and political uncertainty Sector trends, valuation concerns, and portfolio positioning Why now might be the right time to reassess your risk tolerance Whether you're a seasoned investor or just trying to make sense of the headlines, this episode offers clarity, perspective, and practical advice to help you navigate the rest of the year with confidence. Tune in and keep striving for something more.

Readers looking to get their pulses racing will enjoy this thriller-focused episode. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, Ellison Weist details these four novels:The Doorman: Chris PavoneThe Savage, Noble Death of Babs Dionne: Ron CurrieSo Far Gone: Jess WalterProof: Jon Cowan Ellison also enjoyed these two mysteries: A Murder for Miss Hortense: Mel PennantGreat Black Hope: Rob Franklin Interested in cycling with Dimity in 2026? Click here. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Sun's out: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses with code AMR2025 at TifosiOptics.com Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for your next purchase at Selkirk.com Sleep soundly: Save 25% off at CBDistillery.com with code AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textIt's a common scenario for a cancer patient. They're undergoing treatment and get what's known as a peripherally inserted central catheter or PICC (pronounced “pick”) line to make it more convenient to administer drugs. They are in and out of the hospital or just the clinic frequently to see various providers. The treatment they receive may run down their immune system a little bit. Just having cancer may have damaged their immune system.So then they get an infection.Perhaps it's no big deal. A round of antibiotics may take care of it. However, increasingly, these infections are resistant to antibiotics – something known as antimicrobial resistance or AMR.Then, the patient must wait weeks or even months to resume cancer treatment while the infection is treated. And, all too often, the infection itself may kill the patient. In fact, infections are the second-leading cause of death for cancer patients.Dr. Yehoda M. Martei, Assistant Professor of Medicine (Hematology-Oncology) at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and colleagues have been working to find out just how common these infections are. Among patients hospitalized for treatment, cancer patients were up to twice as likely to get a drug-resistant infection, she and colleagues found. Among outpatients – people getting treatment at clinics or offices but not staying in the hospital – cancer patients had three times the risk of drug-resistant infections.Listen as Dr. Martei tells One World, One Health host Maggie Fox about her findings, what they mean, and what must be done to protect cancer patients and ensure infections don't stop them from getting the treatment they need.

Calling all runners, walkers, and hikers: This episode is a must-listen for anyone who spends time on their feet! Recorded in front of a live audience in the guest's just-opened PT studio, hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Britany Williams talk with Amy Benton, PT, DPT, a Portland-based physical therapist about feet and much more. In answering questions from attendees, Amy discusses:  -several ways to massage + manipulate your feet;  -why you should “close the gap of asymmetry” to avoid injury; -how to choose a running shoe;  -a new way to approach IT band issues; and, -the surprising connection of your big toe to another body part!     When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!   Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for your next purchase at Selkirk.com   Sleep well: Use code AMR to get 40% off sitewide at bearmattress.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matters Microbial #97: Microbes in the Air (Way) June 27, 2025 Today, Dr. Ari Kozik, Assistant Professor at the University of MIchigan joins the #QualityQuorum to discuss the work she and her research group do to investigate microbes living within the lung and their relationship to health as well as microbiology outreach and representation. Host: Mark O. Martin Guest: Ari Kozik Subscribe: Apple Podcasts, Spotify Become a patron of Matters Microbial! Links for this episode A wonderful discussion of airway microbes. A thought provoking article about microbes in our breath! Geography of mouth to lung and relevance to health. Relevance and definition of the term “microaspiration.” Some general characteristics of anaerobic bacteria A commercial video explaining the basics of anaerobic chambers An article about the airway microbiome A video overview about biofilms Kombucha sculpture as discussed briefly. A relevant article from Dr. Kozik's and coworkers. A video from This Week in Virology including Dr. Kozik about representation in the microbial sciences (very important to watch). Dr. Kozik's important efforts in science outreach. Dr. Kozik's faculty website. Dr. Kozik's research group website. Intro music is by Reber Clark Send your questions and comments to mattersmicrobial@gmail.com

Al-Mugheera Ibn Shu'ba رضي الله عنه Session 38 Nahawand - Battle Begins I (ra) shall (now) reinforce you with (another) 2000 men. They are Amr ibn Ma'a' dikarib (rah) and Tulayha (rah), as per Umar (ra). The Companions faced 'A mountain of Iron- Persians' (Tabaree).

If your running shoes are leaving you feel flat, like Elizabeth, you'll appreciate the footwear-savvy advice in this episode. Or maybe you're like Amy, who wants to turn back time in regards to her half-marathon pace. Finally, the hosts offer advice for Kara who is curious about training for a downhill race in her hilly neighborhood.    Before the hosts serve up answers around 7:06, the two talk about bike riding (or, in Sarah's case, riding her ElliptiGO). Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Tap into your creativity with Dimity.       When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Currex insoles for every activity: Get 15% off with code AMR15 at Currex.com   Sleep well: Use code AMR to get 40% off sitewide at bearmattress.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AGNTCY - Unlock agents at scale with an open Internet of Agents. Visit https://agntcy.org/ and add your support.     What's stopping large language models from being truly enterprise-ready?   In this episode, Vectara CEO and co-founder Amr Awadallah breaks down how his team is solving one of AI's biggest problems: hallucinations.   From his early work at Yahoo and Cloudera to building Vectara, Amr shares his mission to make AI accurate, secure, and explainable. He dives deep into why RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) is essential, how Vectara detects hallucinations in real-time, and why trust and transparency are non-negotiable for AI in business.   Whether you're a developer, founder, or enterprise leader, this conversation sheds light on the future of safe, reliable, and production-ready AI.   Don't miss this if you want to understand how AI will really be used at scale.     Stay Updated: Craig Smith on X: https://x.com/craigss Eye on A.I. on X: https://x.com/EyeOn_AI

Daydreaming of registering for a marathon or in the thick of training? Wherever you fall on the marathon-spectrum (including “no way, no how!”), you'll enjoy this episode. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat talk to four “regular” runners about their debut marathon pursuits. They cover topics such as: -their marathon motivations; -the satisfaction of setting and striving toward a goal; -how the run/walk method makes 26.2 attainable; -the “delicious pain” that comes with covering the miles; and, -the mountain of laundry generated during training! Before the first marathoner joins around 10:38, the hosts share about their first marathons—and Chicagoland's “garbage hills!” Register for our Lake Placid retreat.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! GU for it: Get 20% off with code AMR2520 at GUenergy.com thru 6/30/25  Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for your next purchase at Selkirk.com  Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode we are joined by Sara Zufan to discuss her PhD journey and recent projects. The episode covers various research experiences and challenges in the field, including the rapid detection of AMR using nanopore sequencing, COVID-19 projects, hepatitis A outbreak investigations, and Lassa virus surveillance in Liberia. The guests share insights into their professional journeys, their experiences working across different continents, and the future of microbial bioinformatics research.

Anyone who enjoys self-discovery or introspection will really appreciate by this episode, in which Coach Liz Waterstraat and host Sarah Bowen Shea discuss two books about questions: How to Fall in Love with Questions and A More Beautiful Question. Coach Liz discusses the rewards of embracing uncertainty, committing to curiosity, and having a personal, powerful question. Along the way the duo talks about pen pals (trust us—it's relevant!). As always, Coach Liz relates many lessons gleaned from the books to athletic pursuits.    When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Run the Rose City! Use code AMR20 for $20 off registration at portlandmarathon.com The future's bright: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses with code AMR2025 at TifosiOptics.com Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amr Hallaba immigrated from Egypt in 1998 when he was just 16 years old joining his mother and sister who arrived before him. He stepped into his life in Georgia leaving behind all of his friends, his father, stepmother and stepsister. A new chapter was about to launch… with his high school diploma earned in Egypt it was now time to begin working while attending community college in the evening. His first job taught him hard work and resilience along with challenging, but impactful, techniques to manage conflict in the workplace. Moving into a new position in retail sales, he speaks fondly of his first mentor who worked closely with him in training and development, and how he worked his way to the #1 sales spot in the southern region. But, as a highly motivated and goal oriented professional, he wasn't totally satisfied with how long it was taking him to reach his goals so he decided to change his pathway into the car business. This pivotal career move would influence the trajectory of his professional path where he would meet an impactful auto dealer owner/operator who would mentor him and invest in his future changing his life on numerous levels. At just 29 years old Amr became a General Manager and attended the NADA Dealer Academy. Today he is the COO of a large dealer group expanding across the Northeast and the South, and still loves speaking to customers when he walks through the showroom. Whether it's navigating a customer issue or just a quick hello, he knows that a positive company culture is critical to success. With deep gratitude for his ample opportunities, he expresses an authentic statement to all immigrants…do not get discouraged, focus on your goal, and remember you can learn a lot from failures.

If you have a body that you enjoy moving, download and listen to this episode, a think-piece about all the mysterious ways our muscles function. Guest Bonnie Tsui, author of the fascinating new book On Muscle, talks with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and fitness professional Britany Williams about: -lifting weights being important to your cognitive health;  -not being afraid of age-related changes to your body;  -how running and swimming are “essential” movements;  -how movements hold memories; and, -the muscle-related tours she led at a modern art museum!    Before the guest joins around 5:12, Sarah excitedly tells her co-host (+ former personal trainer!) about her new weight-training tools. Register for our Lake Placid retreat.      When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Feel the Currex difference: Get 15% off with code AMR15 at Currex.com   Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for your next purchase at Selkirk.com   The future's bright: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses with code AMR2025 at TifosiOptics.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clark County Fire District 3 has officially recognized AMR crews for their swift and heroic response to a June 10 fire in Battle Ground. Crews rescued two occupants and revived two dogs thanks to seamless coordination between fire and EMS teams during a complex emergency scene. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-fire-district-3-recognizes-amr-crews-for-actions-during-june-10-fire-incident/ #BattleGround #FireDistrict3 #AMR #FireRescue #EmergencyResponse #ClarkCountyToday #PublicSafety #DogRescue #EMS #ChrisDrone

In dieser Sonderfolge von AMR Recap spricht Thilo Mischke mit dem Sicherheitsexperten Martin Lautwein und der Israel-Korrespondentin der ZEIT, Steffi Hentschke, über die eskalierende Lage im Nahen Osten. Anlass ist der massive israelische Angriff auf iranische Atomanlagen – ein militärischer Schlag, der weitreichende geopolitische Folgen haben könnte. Die Folge erscheint ausnahmsweise öffentlich, da die Ereignisse über das tagespolitische Maß hinausgehen und globale Bedeutung haben. Im Gespräch mit Martin Lautwein wird deutlich, wie gezielt und vorbereitet dieser Angriff war – mit über 200 Kampfflugzeugen, möglichen Sabotageakten auf iranischem Boden und der Tötung führender Akteure der Revolutionsgarden. Es geht um die Motive Israels, um das atomare Wettrüsten, die internationalen Reaktionen und die Risiken einer weiteren Eskalation. Lautwein ordnet ein, wie verletzlich die Region ist – und welche Rolle Sabotage, wirtschaftliche Abhängigkeiten und militärische Symbolik in diesem komplexen Konflikt spielen. Im zweiten Teil schildert Steffi Hentschke aus Tel Aviv, wie die Bevölkerung in Israel mit der neuen Bedrohungslage umgeht. Zwischen nächtlichen Sirenen, Kriegserklärungen und der Routine des Ausnahmezustands herrscht eine Mischung aus Erschöpfung, Pragmatismus und einer tief verwurzelten Mentalität, auf Angriffe mit Entschlossenheit zu reagieren. Hentschke berichtet, wie sich militärisches Kalkül, politische Ziele und emotionale Abstumpfung überlagern – und wie schwer es geworden ist, noch klar zwischen Verteidigung, Eskalation und politischem Machtspiel zu unterscheiden.

In this episode of Tank Talks, Matt Cohen chats with Ryan Gariepy, CTO and Co-Founder of Clearpath Robotics, on how a garage project from four Waterloo grads turned into one of Canada's biggest deep tech exits. Ryan takes us behind the scenes of Clearpath's $600M acquisition by Rockwell Automation and the company's journey from building robots for researchers to dominating the autonomous mobile robot (AMR) space.The conversation covers building during a hardware-unfriendly time, the harsh realities of supply chains, the open-source bet that changed robotics, and what it really feels like to pitch in a room of 50+ Rockwell execs. Ryan also breaks down why humanoid robots are still far off, the evolution of talent in robotics, and how Canada can stay in the game. A must-listen for anyone building in frontier tech, hard tech, or just trying to scale something real.Garage to Global Robotics Platform (00:00:49)* Building Clearpath as a first job out of university* From LEGO and sci-fi to industrial-grade robots* “We didn't incorporate until we sold our first piece of vaporware.”* Early clients and funding in a post-2008 downturnFinding Product-Market Fit in Robotics (00:07:22)* Observing where researchers were getting bored and the industry was getting excited* Why they skipped the self-driving car race and focused on logistics* Clearpath's strategic bets: industrial automation, mining, and inventory trackingThe Role of Strategic Investors (00:10:00)* Caterpillar, GE, and Hyundai backed Clearpath with market-aligned capital* “They were bought into the vision before the checks were written.”The Rockwell Deal: Behind the $600M Exit (00:10:48)* Term sheet to close in five months: “It felt like an eternity.”* Surviving a 50-person technical due diligence call* Lessons from being tested by Fortune 500 execs: “I'm proud I made it through.”* On integration: "Separate your identity from your company early, it helps."Post-Acquisition Life and Scaling with Rockwell (00:16:16)* Transitioning from founder to employee* How joining Rockwell offered the scale Clearpath couldn't build alone* The upside of collaborating with seasoned technical leadersROS, Open Source, and the OSRA Launch (00:17:11)* Founding the Open Source Robotics Alliance* Making open-source robotics enterprise-ready* “We want people to build on reliable tools, not reinvent the wheel.”AI, Hype vs. Reality in Robotics (00:20:03)* Why LLMs aren't yet revolutionizing robot performance* Cautioning against overhyping early AI integrations* “Writing the algorithm is the easy part, everything around it is the hard part.”The Evolution of Robotic Talent (00:23:07)* From grad-school coders to cross-industry engineering pros* Production-grade code becoming the standard* The underrated value of hiring low-ego, heads-down engineers earlyLessons from Scaling Hardware Through Crisis (00:27:23)* Navigating power cable shortages during COVID* Being vertically integrated saved them barely* “Our margins took a hit, but our suppliers knew we were long-term partners.”Why Autonomy in Plants Will Win (00:34:07)* Factory robots vs. public-road self-driving cars* Simpler operational environments = faster ROI* “We already have the existence proof for factory autonomy.”The Future of Robotics (00:36:59)* Hoping for better sensors, especially depth cameras* Small, on-device AI models for better HRI (Human-Robot Interaction)* “The tech isn't quite conscious, but we're close to robots that can explain themselves.”About Ryan GariepyRyan Gariepy is the CTO and Co-Founder of Clearpath Robotics, a Waterloo-born robotics company that pioneered open-source development in autonomous mobile robots. In 2023, Clearpath was acquired for $600M USD by Rockwell Automation. Ryan is a board member of the Open Source Robotics Foundation, co-chair of the Canadian Robotics Council, and a vocal advocate for AI and robotics leadership in Canada.Connect with Ryan Gariepy on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/rgariepyVisit Clearpath Robotics Website: https://clearpathrobotics.com/Connect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

Anyone missing out on some race training, like Pam, because of vacation, work, or illness, you'll be very grateful for Coach Dimity's stress-free, consistency-not-perfection wisdom. And once you're running the race, if you get momentarily sidelined, like Penny did due to dry heaves, you can tap into the grace and wisdom offered by the host duo. Finally, the gals give advice to anyone (including Annie), looking for the next competitive challenge.    Before the hosts offer up answers (+ anecdotes!) around 07:34, Coach Dimity gives strength-training guidance to Sarah. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Tap into your creativity with Dimity.       When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Sun's out: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses with code AMR2025 at TifosiOptics.com   2-in-1 relief: For $25 off your first order, go to GOsleeves.com/amr   Save 15% on any full-price purchase w/ code AMRsummer2025 at topoathletic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we given an academic, historical overview of the concept of Jihad in Islam, dispelling some misconceptions and nuancing an otherwise thorny topic.Sources/Recomended Reading:Al-Dawoody, Ahmed Mohsen (2009). "War in Islamic Law: Justifications and Regulations". PhD Thesis. University of Birmingham.Bashir, Khaled Ramadan (2018). "Islamic International Law: Historical Foundations and Al-Shaybani's Siyar". Edward Elgar Publishing Limited.Bonner, Michael (2008). “Jihad in Islamic History: Doctrines and Practice”. Princeton University Press.Brown, Jonathan A.C. (2019). "Slavery and Islam". Oneworld.Ghazi, Mahmood Ahmad (translated by) (1998). "Kitab al-Siyar al-Saghir" by Muhammad al-Shaybani. Islamic Research Institute.Hallaq, Wael (2004). "The Origins and Evolution of Islamic Law". Cambridge University Press. Hallaq, Wael (2009). "Sharia: Theory, Practice, Transformations". Cambridge University Press. Judd, Steven C. (2009). "al-Awza'i and Sufyan al-Thawri: The Umayyad Madhhab". In Bearman, Peri; Rudolph Peters & Frank E. Vogel (ed.), "The Islamic School of Law: Evolution, Devolution & Progress". Brill.Judd, Steven C. (2019). "'Abd al-Rahman b. Amr al-Awza'i". In the "Makers of the Muslim World" Series. Oneworld.Khan Nyazee, Imran Ahsan (translated by) (2000). "The Distinguished Jurist's Primer: Bidayat Al-Mujtahid Wa Nihayat Al-Muqtasid." Vol. 1-2. Garnet Publishing.Kimball, Michelle R. (2018). "Shaykh Ahmadou Bamba: A Peacemaker for Our Time". The Other Press Sdn. Bhd.Kiser, John W (2015). "Commander of the Faithful: The Life and Times of Emir Abd El-Kader". Monkfish Book Publishing Company.Urban, Elizabeth (2020). "Conquered Populations in Early Islam: Non-Arabs, Slaves and the Sons of Slave Mothers". Edinburgh University Press.Zawati, Hilmi M. (2015). "Theory of War in Islamic and Public International Law". In "Is Jihad Just War? War, Peace and Human Rights under Islamic and Public International Law", (Lewiston, NY: Edwin Mellen Press, 2001) 9-47, reprinted in Niaz A. Shah, ed., Islam and the Law of Armed Conflict (Cheltenham, UK: Edward Elgar,2015) 249-287.Zemmali, Ameur (1990). "Imam al-Awza'i and his humanitarian ideas". In International Review of the Red Cross (1961 - 1997) , Volume 30 , Issue 275 , April 1990 , pp. 115 - 123. International Committee of the Red Cross. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Road to Hajj.This isn't a comprehensive Hajj guide — just a simple, day-by-day overview of what the hujjaj do, with some reflections on its deeper meaning.Today is the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah — Yawm an-Nahr — the Day of Sacrifice. This is the peak of the Hajj journey.To understand this day, we look at the story of Prophet Ibrahim عليه السلام, starting from the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah, Yawm at-Tarwiyah — the day of pondering. That's when he began to reflect deeply on a troubling dream: that he was slaughtering his son.By the 9th, Yawm ‘Arafah, the meaning became clear to him. He shared the dream with his son, Prophet Ismail عليه السلام, asking what he thought.And Ismail replied:يَا أَبَتِ افْعَلْ مَا تُؤْمَرُ ۖ سَتَجِدُنِي إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُ مِنَ الصَّابِرِينَ“O my dear father, do as you're commanded. You'll find me, inshaAllah, from among the patient.” [Surah as-Saffat, 37:102]So now we arrive at the 10th — the day they went out to fulfil the dream. But Prophet Ismail asked: let's do this further away from home, in Mina. He didn't want his mother, Hajar, to hear any cries or pain.So they walked together — about five kilometres — from Makkah to Mina.And when the moment came… when Ibrahim was ready to place his son's head on the rock, when both father and son surrendered completely to Allah — Allah called out:قَدْ صَدَّقْتَ الرُّؤْيَا“You have fulfilled the vision.” [Surah as-Saffat, 37:105]Allah stopped the sacrifice. He didn't require it. He never did.Because Islam isn't a religion that demands suffering to please God.Prophet Ibrahim lived in a time when it was common across cultures and religions to sacrifice lives to appease the gods. Blood offerings were the norm. But this — this was something different.Allah was teaching a lesson — not just to Ibrahim, but to all of humanity.He doesn't want your pain. He wants your heart.Even though Ibrahim was willing to go through with it — and Ismail was ready to be sacrificed — Allah intervened. He replaced the son with a ram.And Allah says in the Qur'an:لَن يَنَالَ ٱللَّهَ لُحُومُهَا وَلَا دِمَاؤُهَا وَلَٰكِن يَنَالُهُ ٱلتَّقْوَىٰ مِنكُمْ“It is neither their meat nor their blood that reaches Allah, but what reaches Him is your taqwa.” [Surah al-Hajj, 22:37]That's what Allah wants — your sincerity, your consciousness of Him. Not the meat. Not the blood. Not the spectacle.So what does this teach us?Islam isn't about suffering. It's not a religion that glorifies pain. It doesn't ask you to harm yourself to prove your devotion. It's not a masochistic faith.Yes, life includes hardship. Yes, we're tested — sometimes with ease, sometimes with pain. But it's not the pain that earns us reward. It's how we respond.Are we grateful in times of ease? Are we patient in times of trial?And more importantly — do we strive to improve our condition?Islam doesn't teach us to glorify suffering. It teaches us to alleviate it — in ourselves, and in others.If you're tested with wealth, you're expected to use it to help those in need.If you're tested with poverty, you're encouraged to work, strive, and lift yourself and your community.And that's why many acts of worship in Islam are built around economic responsibility.Take zakat — you can only give it if you've saved and earned beyond a certain threshold.Or Hajj — it's only fard on those who are financially and physically able, and who can leave enough behind for their families.Islam encourages productivity. It sees wealth as a tool for good — not something to be ashamed of.As the Prophet ﷺ said to ‘Amr ibn al-‘Ās:نِعْمَ الْمَالُ الصَّالِحُ لِلرَّجُلِ الصَّالِحِ“How excellent is good wealth in the hands of a righteous man.” [Musnad Ahmad]So today, as we remember the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim and Ismail, we reflect not just on obedience — but on the mercy of Allah.Even when both father and son were ready for the ultimate sacrifice, Allah said: That's enough. I wanted your heart, not your hurt.Imagine that moment. For a father, it's easier to suffer himself than to see his child in pain. For a child, especially one so young, nothing matters more than his own life — yet Ismail was willing to give it up for Allah.That's the essence of devotion.But Allah said no. He honoured them, preserved their story, and replaced the act with one that the ummah continues today — the udḥiyah.So when we celebrate Eid al-Adha, we're not just barbecuing meat. We're remembering a powerful lesson: that true devotion lies in taqwa, not torment.That is Yawm an-Nahr — the Day of Sacrifice.May Allah accept our qurban, our efforts, and our devotion.Wassalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bequranic.substack.com/subscribe

This episode is an ode to female friendships and the bonds forged through being active together. The original hosts of the show—Sarah Bowen Shea and Dimity McDowell—chat with three duos of gals who met through AMR programs and events. It's a feel-good, make-you-laugh episode, perfect for keeping you company on an hour+ workout. (Here's the throwback video Dimity mentions— have Kleenex handy!)   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!   GU for it: Get 20% off with code AMR2520at GUenergy.com thru 6/30/25   Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for your next purchase at Selkirk.com   Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Readers (and runners) looking for engaging novels: This is the episode for you. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, Ellison Weist delves into these four books: Marble Hall Murders: Anthony HorowitzZeal: Morgan JerkinsWild Dark Shore: Charlotte McConaghyRun for the Hills: Kevin Wilson Other books Ellison couldn't resist recommending:The Ladies Road Guide to Utter Ruin: Alison GoodmanHeart, Be at Peace: Donal RyanThe Names: Florence Knapp   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Get rolling: Get 15% off any new ElliptiGObike with code AMR15 at ElliptiGO.com Run the Rose City! Use code AMR20 for $20 off registration at portlandmarathon.com Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calling all women runners, especially ones going through perimenopause and menopause: Listen to this smart, insightful episode! The guest is Brooke Bussard, M.D., a certified personal trainer, health coach, and author of Outsmarting Menopause. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, post-menopausal Dr. Brooke details: -her personal strength routine (hint: 5x5);  -how to start lifting heavy—and to progress;  -how—and why— to stimulate your central nervous system while lifting;   -the importance of doing jumping exercises; -the drill that makes her “feel wild” as she's doing it.   Before the guest joins around 04:57, both hosts share why they've been doing two-a-day workouts lately. (Spoiler: Cuz they can!)    When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!   Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for your next purchase at Selkirk.com   Stay-put performance underwear: For 20% off, use code AMR20 at ParadisSport.com   A dream mattress: Use code AMR to get 40% off sitewide at bearmattress.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dev Mittar, Ph.D., Scientific Director of the ASM Health Scientific Unit discusses the use of metagenomic next generation sequencing to develop agnostic diagnostic technology, giving scientists and clinicians alike, a tool to diagnose any infectious disease with one single test. He also discusses how the ASM Health Unit is empowering scientists and leveraging microbial science innovations to address critical global health challenges and improve lives worldwide. Ashley's Biggest Takeaways The Division of Research, Innovation and Ventures is a small entrepreneurial arm of BARDA that takes on early-stage projects with high potential of turning into medical countermeasures. Prior to his role as Scientific Director for ASM Health, Mittar worked as a health scientist and program officer at DRIVe, where he focused on advancing high-impact science. He is particularly passionate about his work to develop agnostic diagnostics—a single test that uses metagenomic next generation sequencing to identify any pathogen from 1 clinical sample. Mittar discusses applications for this technology in surveillance (pandemic preparedness), variant detection, AMR and clinical settings (diagnosing complicated infections where etiology is not clearly defined). He also shares how a recent bout with illness emphasized the value and potential of this technology to save money, time, pain and suffering of the patient. Agnostic diagnostics can also help prevent the overuse/misuse of antibiotics, which are key factors in the spread of antimicrobial resistance. Furthermore, when this technology is coupled with the use of metatranscriptomics, it can provide information about the patient's immune profile that can be helpful in developing personalized treatment strategies, as opposed to a one-size-fits-all approach. ASM is organizing around 3 scientific units, ASM Health, ASM Mechanism Discovery and ASM Applied and Environmental Microbiology. These units will empower researchers and scientists to use science make a difference in the world and provide a forum for them to come together to shape the future of the field. Links for This Episode Learn More About ASM's Scientific Units. Join the Conversation on ASM Connect, our online community platform. Browse Volunteer Opportunities. Become an ASM Member. Register for ASM Microbe 2025.

Matters Microbial #93: Preventing Antibiotic Resistance May 29, 2025 Today's episode was an in-person podcast at the University of Texas Austin!  Dr. Despoina Mavridou, Assistant Professor of Molecular Biosciences, joins the #QualityQuorum to discuss how her research group improves antibiotic effectiveness by impeding protein folding, and why this matters in the fight against antimicrobial resistance. Host: Mark O. Martin Guest: Despoina Mavridou Subscribe: Apple Podcasts, Spotify Become a patron of Matters Microbial! Links for this episode Here is a link to a wonderful video of the #LuxArt by UT-Austin students during my visit. Please give it watch and enjoy the creativity and positive #MicrobialPR. An effective TED talk by science journalist Maryn McKenna describing the threat of AMR in an accessible fashion. A CDC report on the growing threat of AMR. A review article about antibiotics. An overview of how bacteria become resistant to antibiotics.  A very recent review of the cell wall of bacteria—often the target of antibiotics. A video overview of beta-lactam antibiotics and resistance mechanisms. An overview of how protein folding is related to activity of proteins…including AMR gene products. A wonderful article by Dr. Mavridou and coworkers, describing how altering protein folding in bacteria can make them more vulnerable to antibiotics. A less technical version of the above article; well worth your reading. Dr. Mavridou's faculty website. Dr. Mavridou's research group website, which is most interesting. Intro music is by Reber Clark Send your questions and comments to mattersmicrobial@gmail.com

Anyone in search of “a perfect week of running,” like Christina, will appreciate the guidance Coach Dimity gives, recommending a balance of running, cardio, and flexibility. A two-parter from Emily has the host-duo offering up advice on how to get in the right headspace to train for a big goal, then sharing their favorite motivational, sports-related books.    Before the Q+As start around 8:02, Dimity shares details about the strength class she teaches at a local Y. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Be part of our 15-year anniversary celebration!      When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Sun's out: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses with code AMR2025 at TifosiOptics.com   Sleep well: Use code AMR to get 40% off sitewide at bearmattress.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Getting to Know OH: The podcast series where public health's questions meet One Health answers for the fight against AMR.   Dr. Jan Sargeant helps build our One Health understanding of AMR in this episode focused on antimicrobial resistance and antimicrobial use in Canadian food-producing animals. The episode highlights how veterinarians and producers are working to use antibiotics responsibly, gains made, challenges that remain, and key interventions that could do more to preserve the effectiveness of antimicrobials for people and animals alike.

Getting to Know OH: The podcast series where public health's questions meet One Health answers for the fight against AMR.   Dr. Jane Parmley joins NCCID for our opening episode of the Getting to Know OH mini-series to help introduce the fundamentals of the One Health concept and its relevance for public health decision-making. Dr. Parmely shares her views on the timeliness and value of a One Health approach to current challenges addressing the complex problem of AMR, as well as inspiring examples of where it is being applied.   

This episode will be enlightening—and comforting—to anyone who has marathon aspirations. The guest is Adam Boardman, a Los Angeles-based therapist and the director of the LA Marathon Medical Psych Program. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, Adam details: -the genesis of this genius program;  -the range of psychological issues addressed in medical tents;  -how providers help athletes mid- and post-race;  -the newfound sympathy for athletes' mental health; and, -the top trick for easing panic in any situation.   The guests share a few quick laughs before the guest joins around 3:11.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!   Currex insoles for all your shoes + sports: Get 15% off with code AMR15 at Currex.com   Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Health care public relations leader Melanie Doupé Gaiser discusses her article, "Antimicrobial resistance needs a publicist." She highlights antimicrobial resistance (AMR) as an urgent and deadly public health crisis that is not receiving the attention it warrants, particularly in the U.S. Melanie shares her personal stake in the issue, living with a critical antibiotic allergy, and underscores the looming threat of a post-antibiotic era where common infections could become fatal. The conversation covers the staggering potential human and economic costs of AMR, the reasons behind its low public profile despite these risks, and legislative efforts. Melanie issues a compelling call to action for everyone—researchers, health care professionals, patients, and the general public—to become "AMR publicists" by sharing stories, engaging with media, and advocating for policy changes. The key takeaway is: Collective public and professional advocacy is crucial to elevate AMR on the national agenda, drive innovation in antibiotic development, and implement policies to combat this growing global threat. Our presenting sponsor is Microsoft Dragon Copilot. Microsoft Dragon Copilot, your AI assistant for clinical workflow, is transforming how clinicians work. Now you can streamline and customize documentation, surface information right at the point of care, and automate tasks with just a click. Part of Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare, Dragon Copilot offers an extensible AI workspace and a single, integrated platform to help unlock new levels of efficiency. Plus, it's backed by a proven track record and decades of clinical expertise—and it's built on a foundation of trust. It's time to ease your administrative burdens and stay focused on what matters most with Dragon Copilot, your AI assistant for clinical workflow. VISIT SPONSOR → https://aka.ms/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

Strivers and social helpers: This is the episode for you! With host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz Waterstraat discusses Wild Courage by Jenny Wood and Big Potential by Shawn Achor. The conversation covers how to put a positive, results-producing spin on “negative” traits, as well as how helping others can actual make ourself stronger. As always, Coach Liz shares athletic wisdom she culled from the books.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.
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Session 11 ‘The Research Agenda for AMR and Sepsis' from the 5th World Sepsis Congress. Featuring Benedikt Huttner, Kristoffer Stralin, Mo Yin, Louise Hill, Elvis Temfack, Karine Bourgeois, and Louise Norton-Smith as your moderator.

This the ideal episode for any active people looking for more reasons to get outside and get moving! The guest, Julia Hotz, is a journalist, marathon runner, and the author of The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, she details: -the mood-boosting effects of being active in nature;  -the health benefits of hobbies;  -the importance of doing what matters to you;  -an argument for not multi-tasking; and,  -an Rx for a best running friend.    Before the guest joins around 10:54, the hosts swap stories about their recent open-water swimming exploits, including Amanda's in a 57-degree (13 Celsius) pond in London!   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!   A bright idea: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses with code AMR2025 at TifosiOptics.com   Portland's the place! Use code AMR20 for $20 off registration at portlandmarathon.com   Sleep soundly: Save 25% off at CBDistillery.com with code AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Runners looking for company on their next workout will enjoy this special episode that puts host Sarah Bowen Shea in the guest-seat: It's part of the Behind the Mic series from the I'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein! podcast. Both Sarah and Lindsey being mother runners, yet the topic quickly shifts from running to pickleball. About how they picked up the sport and how they mix it with their running. Lindsey talks about how her oldest (of 4!) sons plays all day (Sarah's dream!), while Sarah shares about her love of the social aspect of the sport. It's a fun, casual conversation.    When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Currex insoles for all your shoes + sports: Get 15% off with code AMR15 at Currex.com   Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for your next purchase at Selkirk.com   Sleep soundly: Save 25% off at CBDistillery.com with code AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Any runners looking to mix things up will enjoy this enlightening, entertaining episode featuring three women (including this coach) who swear by riding an ElliptiGO bike. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, the active trio details: -what exactly is the strange-looking contraption;  -fitness benefits they've experienced (e.g. a 13.1 PR at 51!);  -using an ElliptiGO as a great rehab tool post-injury;  -challenging workouts they've done on the ElliptiGO; and,  -how they all feel bigger + safer on it than on a bike.     Before the first guest joins around 8:24, Coach Liz tells of a recent easy run she “let” her husband go on with her, and Sarah shares a story about the workout she and Molly did that morning.      When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Save 15% on any full-price purchase w/ code AMRwinter2025 at topoathletic.com   Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for your next purchase at Selkirk.com   Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBar products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode Summary Afreenish Amir, Ph.D., Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Project Director at the National Institute of Health in Pakistan, highlights significant increases in extensively drug-resistant typhoid and cholera cases in Pakistan and discusses local factors driving AMR in Asia. She describes the development and implementation of a National Action Plan to combat AMR in a developing country, emphasizing the importance of rational antimicrobial use, surveillance and infection control practice. Ashley's Biggest Takeaways AMR is a global and One Health issue. Pakistan has a huge disease burden of AMR. Contributing factors include, but are not limited to, overcrowding, lack of infection control practices, poor waste management practices and over-the-counter prescription practices. Promoting the rational use of antimicrobials is imperative at all levels—from tertiary care to primary care practitioners. Typhoid and cholera are high-burden infections in Pakistan, with typhoid being a year-round issue and cholera being seasonal. A holistic approach, involving various sectors and disciplines, is necessary in order to address the global AMR threat. Amir highlights the need for better communication and collaboration to bridge gaps and build trust between different organizations. Featured Quotes: I've been working at the National Institutes of Health for the last 7 years now. So, I've been engaged in the development and the implementation of the national action plan on AMR, and that gave me the opportunity to explore the work in the field of antimicrobial resistance. Reality of AMR in Pakistan [Pakistan] is an LMIC, and we have a huge disease burden of antimicrobial resistance in the country right now. A few years back, there was a situational analysis conducted, and that has shown that there is presence of a large number of resistant pathogens within the country. And National Institutes of Health, they have started a very standardized surveillance program based upon the global antimicrobial use and surveillance system back in 2017. And [those datasets have] generated good evidence about the basic statistics of AMR within the country. So, for example, if I talk about the extensively drug-resistant typhoid, typhoid is very much prevalent in the country. Our data shows that in 2017 there were 18% MDR typhoid cases through the surveillance data. And in 2021 it was like 60%. So that has shown that how the resistance has increased a lot. A number of challenges are associated with this kind of a thing, overcrowded hospitals, poor infection prevention and control (IPC) measures. So, there is AMR within the country—there's a huge burden—and we are trying to look for the better solutions.  Local Factors Driving AMR Bacteria, they do not know the borders. We have a close connection with the other Asian countries, and we have a long border connected with the 2 big countries, which are Afghanistan and India and Bangladesh and China. So, we see that it's not limited to 1 area. It's not regional. It's also a history of travel. When the people travel from one area to the other, they carry the pathogen as a colonizer or as a carrier, and they can infect [other] people. So, it's really connected, and it's really alarming as well. You never know how the disease is transmitted, and we have the biggest example of COVID—how things have spread from 1 country to the other, and how it has resulted in a massive pandemic. AMR is similar. We have seen that it's not limited to 1 region. We are part of this global community, and we are contributing somehow to the problem. First, I'll talk about the health care infrastructure. We do have the capacities in the hospitals, but still, there's a huge population. Pakistan is a thickly populated country. It's a population of around 241 million. And with the increasing population, we see that the infrastructure has not developed this much. So now the existing hospitals are overcrowded, and this has led to poor infection control practices within the hospitals. The staff is not there. In fact, ID consultants are not available in all the hospitals. Infection control nurses are not available in all the hospitals. So, this is one of the main areas that we see, that there is a big challenge. The other thing that can contribute is the poor waste management practices. Some of the hospitals—private and public sectors—they are following the waste management guidelines—even the laboratories. But many of the hospitals are not following the guidelines. And you know that AMR is under one health. So, whatever waste comes from the hospital eventually goes to the environment, and then from there to the animal sector and to the human sector. [Another big] problem that we are seeing is the over-the-counter prescription of antimicrobials. There is no regulation available in the country right now to control the over-the-counter prescription of antibiotics. They are easily available. People are taking the antibiotics without a prescription from the doctors, and the pharmacist is giving the patients any kind of medicine. And either it is effective/not effective, it's a falsified, low-quality antibiotic for how long in duration antibiotic should be taken. So, there are multiple of things or reasons that we see behind this issue of AMR. Rational Use of Antimicrobials It is a complex process how we manage this thing, but what we are closely looking at in the country right now is that we promote the rational use of antimicrobials at all levels—not only at the tertiary care levels, but also at the general practitioner level. They are the first point of contact for the patients, with the doctors, with the clinicians. So, at this point, I think the empirical treatment needs to be defined, and they need to understand the importance of this, their local antibiograms, what are the local trends? What are the patterns? And they need to prescribe according to those patterns. And very recently, the AWaRE classification of WHO, that is a big, big support in identifying the rational use of antimicrobials—Access, Watch and Reserve list—that should be propagated and that should be understood by all the general practitioners. And again, I must say that it's all connected with the regulations. There should be close monitoring of all the antibiotic prescriptions, and that can help to control the issue of AMR. National Action Plan on AMR So, when I joined NIH, the National Election plan had already been developed. It was back in 2017, and we have a good senior hierarchy who has been working on it very closely for a long period of time. So, the Global Action Plan on AMR, that has been our guiding document for the development of the national action plan on AMR, and we are following the 5 strategic objectives proposed in the global action plan. The five areas included: The promotion of advocacy and awareness in the community and health care professionals. To generate evidence through the data, through the surveillance systems. Generation of support toward infection prevention and control services IPC. Promoting the use of antimicrobials both in the human sector and the animal sector, but under the concept of stewardship, antimicrobial consumption and utilization. Invest in the research and vaccine and development. So, these are some of the guiding principles for us to develop the National Action Plan, and it has already been developed. And it's a very comprehensive approach, I must say. And our institute has started working on it, basically towards recreating awareness and advocacy. And we have been successful in creating advocacy and awareness at a mass level. Surveillance We have a network of Sentinel surveillance laboratories engaged with us, and they are sharing the data with NIH on a regular basis, and this is helping NIH to understand the basic trends on AMR and what is happening. And eventually we plan to go towards this case-based surveillance as well, but this is definitely going to take some time because to make people understand the importance of surveillance, this is the first thing. And very recently, the Institute and country has started working towards the hospital acquired infection surveillance as well. So, this is a much-needed approach, because the lab and the hospital go hand in hand, like whatever is happening in the lab, they eventually reach the patients who are in the hospitals. Wastewater surveillance is the key. You are very right. Our institute has done some of the work toward typhoid and cholera wastewater surveillance, and we were trying to identify the sources where we are getting these kinds of pathogens. These are all enteric pathogens. They are the key source for the infection. And for the wastewater surveillance mechanism, we can say that we have to engage multiple stakeholders in this development process. It's not only the laboratory people at NIH, but we need to have a good epidemiologist. We need to have all the water agencies, like the public health engineering departments, the PCRWR, the environmental protection agencies who are working with all these wastewater sites. So, we need to connect with them to make a good platform and to make this program in a more robust fashion. Pathogens and Disease Burdon For cholera and typhoid within Pakistan, I must say these are the high burden infections or diseases that we are seeing. For typhoid, the burden is quite high. We have seen a transition from the multidrug-resistant pathogens to the extensively drug-resistant pathogens, which now we are left with only azithromycin and the carbapenems. So, the burden is high. And when we talk about cholera, it is present in the country, but many of the times it is seasonal. It comes in during the time of the small zone rains and during the time of floods. So, every year, during this time, there are certain outbreaks that we have seen in different areas of the country. So, both diseases are there, but typhoid is like all year long—we see number of cases coming up—and for cholera, it's mainly seasonal. Capacity Building and ASM's Global Public Health Programs Capacity building is a key to everything, I must say, [whether] you talk about the training or development of materials. I've been engaged with ASM for quite some time. I worked to develop a [One Health] poster in the local language to create awareness about zoonotic diseases. So, we have targeted the 6 zoonotic diseases, including the anthrax, including the Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever and influenza. And we have generated a very user-friendly kind of layout in the local language, trying to teach people about the source of transmission. What are the routes of transmission, if we talk about the CCHF? And then how this can be prevented. So, this was one approach. And then I was engaged with the development of the Learnamr.com. This is online platform with 15 different e-modules within it, and we have covered different aspects—talking about the basic bacteriology toward the advanced, standardized methods, and we have talked about the national and global strategies [to combat] AMR, One Health aspects of AMR, vaccines. So, it's a huge platform, and I'm really thankful to ASM for supporting the program for development. And it's an online module. I have seen that there are around more than 500 subscribers to this program right now, and people are learning, and they are giving good feedback to the program as well. We keep on improving ourselves, but the good thing is that people are learning, and they are able to understand the basic concepts on AMR. Links for This Episode: Experts Discuss One Health in Pakistan: Biosafety Education Inside and Outside the Lab.  Explore ASM's Global Public Health Programs.  Download poster about zoonotic disease in English or Urdu.  Progress on the national action plan of Pakistan on antimicrobial resistance (AMR): A narrative review and the implications.  Global diversity and antimicrobial resistance of typhoid fever pathogens: insights from 13,000 Salmonella Typhi genomes.  Wastewater based environmental surveillance of toxigenic Vibrio cholerae in Pakistan.  Point Prevalence Survey of Antimicrobial Use in Selected Tertiary Care Hospitals of Pakistan Using WHO Methodology: Results and Inferences.  Overcoming the challenges of antimicrobial resistance in developing countries.  Take the MTM listener survey! 

Fiction lovers will delight in this first novel-filled episode of our new biweekly podcast. In a lively conversation, Ellison Weist talks up these four books with host Sarah Bowen Shea: The Fisherman's Gift: Julia R. KellyTilt: Emma PatteeMurder at Gulls Nest: Jess KiddI See You've Called in Dead: John Kenney Other books Ellison is looking forward to reading:33 Place Brugmann: Alice AustenA Gentleman's Gentleman: T J Alexander    When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Run the Rose City! Use code AMR20 for $20 off registration at portlandmarathon.com Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calling all runners: This is a must-listen episode if you want to avoid getting sidelined by an injury! With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, the guest, Chris Johnson, PT, a physical therapist and coach, details:  -what “movement snacks” are + why they help your workouts;  -the value of walking (or marching!) breaks in your runs;  -a practical approach to strength training when prepping for a race;  -the critical value of rest + sleep; and,   -how to (re)discover the love of running.    Sarah shares a few stories from a recent trip to the desert before she and Tish welcome the physical therapist to the show around 11:02.      When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Run the Rose City! Use code AMR20 for $20 off registration at portlandmarathon.com   Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone curious about running by heart rate—and wondering what the numbers really mean—need to listen to this episode. The host duo answers Jennifer's HR question, plus her query about why the first mile of a run is often the toughest. Then they turn to Sandy's query about weighted vests, with Dimity summing it up best: “If you want to turn a walk into more of a workout, wear a weighted vest.”   Before the first Q+A around 5:30, Sarah shares the workout she's loving these days. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Love our heart rate training programs!     When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Feel the Currex difference: Get 15% off with code AMR15 at Currex.com   Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for your next purchase at Selkirk.com     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone interested in training their brain as well as their body needs to listen to this insightful episode. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, guest Carrie Jackson, a certified mental performance consultant and author of On Top of Your Game: Mental Skills to Maximize Your Athletic Performance, details: -how to create your own race reports to learn from them;  -ways to stay grounded in the joy of sport;  -how to sidestep self-sabotage;  -why resilience is more important than confidence; and, -non-vomit-inducing ways to bolster gratitude!   Before the guest joins around BARRY INSERT TIME HERE, Sarah dives into revealing her and Molly's planned weekend-workout.      When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Save 15% on any full-price purchase  w/ code AMRwinter2025 at topoathletic.com   Seeing is believing: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses  with code AMR2025 at TifosiOptics.com   Get rolling: Get 15% off any new ElliptiGO bike with code AMR15 at ElliptiGO.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This debut episode is ideal listening for all athletes, especially ones in a pursuit of increased athletic enjoyment and success. Along with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz Waterstraat does a deep dive into the new book Me, But Better: The Science and Promise of Personality Change by Olga Khazan. Among other things, Coach Liz discusses the importance of openness during a race; how conscientiousness can help runners succeed in training; and why being more outgoing might deepen your connection to running. (As promised, here's Coach Liz on Goodreads.)   Other books Coach Liz recommends:  How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be: Katy Milkman Four Thousand Weeks: Oliver Burkeman Unwinding Anxiety: Judson Brewer   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Check out the full Currex lineup +  get 15% off with code AMR15 at Currex.com   Sleep well: Use code AMR to get 40% off  sitewide at bearmattress.com Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is ideal for any athlete who wants savvy, practical advice distilled into actionable nuggets—it's loaded with 'em! In anticipation to the debut of Miles of Books as a standalone podcast next Tuesday, April 22 (!), this ep encapsulates many of Coach Liz's best previous suggestions. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz covers ways to win the mental game; the importance of (occasionally) embracing discomfort; how to handle fear and anxiety; and quitting.   Books Coach Liz discusses: Winning the Mental Game: Dr. Amber Selking On Top of Your Game: Carrie Cheadle The Comfort Crisis: Michael Easter Scarcity Brain: Michael Easter Fear Less: Pippa Grange Quitting: Julia Keller The Dip: Seth Godin   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Try before you buy: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses  with code AMR2025 at TifosiOptics.com   Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for  your next purchase at Selkirk.com   Sleep well: Use code AMR to get 40% off  sitewide at bearmattress.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Any runners looking for a flat marathon, like Stacie, should listen to this episode (and take a look at this write-up). Gals returning to running, including Becca, will appreciate the run-walk interval insight Dimity shares. And blister-prone runners and hikers, like Donna, will welcome the preventative tips the hosts offer.    Dimity reveals how her book-writing is going before the gals jump into the first question around BARRY INSERT TIME. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Learn more about, and register for, Better Together. And tune in next Tuesday, April 22, for the debut of our Miles of Books podcast!      When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Get rolling: Get 15% off any new ElliptiGO bike with code AMR15 at ElliptiGO.com   2-in-1 relief: For $25 off your first order,  go to GOsleeves.com/amr   Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the episode for anyone who sometimes exercises as much for social reasons as health ones—and those gals who are looking for in-person support. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin talk with a runner and a triathlete who thrive on the camaraderie and encouragement of athletic groups. Plus, SBS sits in the guest seat to talk about her pickleball leagues. The active gals cover:  -the origin story of Your Motha's Run Club;  -advice on approaching not-yet-friends to run with you;  -how athletic groups are about so much more than sports;  -laughter being more important than a win for SBS; and,  -find out what a “goggle-fit” party is!    The hosts jump right into the topic as Amanda talks about her cherished running club and her eight-years-and-going-strong 6:00 a.m. strength class. The first guest joins around 10:03. Hydration + fuel: Save 20% with code AMR2520 at GUenergy.com through 5/2/25   Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for  your next purchase at Selkirk.com   Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you ever wondered what drives someone to run 100 miles, swim across the English Channel, or dive into near-freezing water—all in the name of pushing limits—this episode is for you. We're joined by Shannon Hogan, author of The Unforgiving Hours, a new book celebrating the grit and grace of "ordinary" endurance athletes. In the episode, Shannon shares... Her own “unforgiving” athletic feats; How the subjects in her book prove that mental toughness can often trump physical ability; Lessons from endurance sports that apply to everyday life…and more.  Note: This is our final Miles of Books segment on Another Mother Runner. Starting Tuesday, April 22, Miles of Books launches as its own podcast! Episodes will air every other Tuesday, alternating between nonfiction (hosted by Coach Liz + Sarah) and fiction (hosted by Sarah + Ellison Weist). We're excited to share more stories—and grow our community of book-loving runners! Join us for your own adventure this fall at the Grand Traverse.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Try before you buy: Get 20% off all Tifosi sunglasses  with code AMR2025 at TifosiOptics.com Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBar products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This enlightening episode is a must-listen for all runners: Stephanie Mundt, PT, DPT, a physical therapist and running coach based in Phoenix, talks about the range of bone stress injuries. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, the guest details:  -the spectrum of bone stress injuries; -how the medical understanding of such injuries has evolved; -the astonishing recurrence rate of these sidelining injuries; -how (and why) to “feed” your bones; and, -her conservative training approach—and her amazing 26.2 achievements!    When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Run the Rose City! Use code AMR20 for $20 off  registration at portlandmarathon.com   Use code INF-AMR to get a gift card good for  your next purchase at Selkirk.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices