Podcasts about Annexation

In this episode of the Land to Lots™ Podcast, Carter Froelich continues his discussion with James Hamill, Managing Director of the California Statewide Communities Development Authority, and Bob Williams, Managing Director at RBC Capital Markets, on the practical mechanics of using California's Statewide Community Infrastructure Program.  This episode takes a deeper look at how SCIP proceeds are incorporated into a project pro forma, the difference between financing fees and financing infrastructure, and the timing considerations developers and builders should understand before entering the program.    James and Bob also discuss how agencies participate in SCIP, when taxable bonds may be used, and why the program can be a competitive advantage for both developers and municipalities looking to support growth.   In Part 2 of this conversation, you'll learn:  How developers should think about timing bond proceeds in the project pro forma.  The difference between using SCIP to finance impact fees versus public infrastructure.  Why infrastructure reimbursement typically requires completed improvements, agency inspection, and approved requisitions.  Why using SCIP proceeds as construction financing is difficult under California public works requirements.  How fee credits and reimbursements work when financing development impact fees.  When taxable SCIP bonds may be used and how they differ from tax-exempt bonds.  What steps are required for cities, counties, school districts, and special districts to participate in CSCDA and SCIP.  Why SCIP can be a deciding factor in whether a project pencils for developers and builders.  How municipalities can use SCIP as a tool to attract development without taking on the administrative burden of forming and managing districts themselves.  The value of SCIP's flexibility for small, medium, and large projects across California.   Show Notes James Hamill Contact Information W – https://cscda.org/contact/ O – (925) 476-5644 E – jhamill@cscda.org    Bob Williams Contact Information W – https://www.rbccm.com/ O – (415) 445-8674 E – bob.williams@rbccm.com      Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project:    Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TX, UT, WA contact  Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial complimentary high-level bond analysis for your project. Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Contact Carter Froelich for more information.    Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Contact Carter Froelich for more information. Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Contact Curry Froelich for more information.    Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ Listeners Complimentary Land to Lots book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer  Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160  

Hey Cinderella! Are you looking for your forever Castle in the mountains? Listen to Real Estate Realities with Justin Hermes as Justin explains the Red Flags with NEW BUILDS. There are many reasons why creating and buying a new build is not for the faint of heart or the pocket book. Listen as Justin, one of the best of the best in Colorado Springs spells it out so you don't end up UPSIDE DOWN in the end!

Hey Cinderella! Are you looking for your forever Castle in the mountains? Listen to Real Estate Realities with Justin Hermes as Justin explains the Red Flags with NEW BUILDS. There are many reasons why creating and buying a new build is not for the faint of heart or the pocket book. Listen as Justin, one of the best of the best in Colorado Springs spells it out so you don't end up UPSIDE DOWN in the end!

The Israeli Knesset is currently advancing a bill that looks to the world a lot like annexation of the West Bank, but what in reality, is simply a desperate attempt to save thousands of historical and archaeological heritage sites in Judea and Samaria, or what could also be known as - the Bible Belt of the Middle East.  For years, the Palestinian Authority has been covertly working to destroy heritage sites in this region, and since the world's attention has been centered around the implementation of the two-state solution, and Israel has been largely occupied with defending themselves and stopping terrorism, these all too important sites have been largely overlooked and forgotten.  As an American Christian Zionist living in the heart of Judea and Samaria, I have not only had an up close view of this secret war, but our team has even been involved in helping to preserve some of these locations. We even went so far as to fly our drone to one of the most significant sites in Samaria every single day, just to make sure it was not being bulldozed by the Palestinian Authority. More on that later on. Luke Hilton breaks it down for you.  Sign up for The Israel Guys Show Notes: https://theisraelguys.com/subscribe/ Follow The Israel Guys on X: https://x.com/theisraelguys Join our Telegram channel: https://t.me/theisraelguys Source Links: https://www.jpost.com/magazine/knowing-your-abc-448963 https://www.gov.il/en/departments/units/archeology_unit https://israel365news.com/418395/annexation-or-salvation-the-bill-that-would-put-israel-in-charge-of-its-own-biblical-heritage/ https://davidmweinberg.com/2024/07/12/protecting-the-eternal/ #Israelnews #JudeaandSamaria #Westbank #Trump  #archeology #Annexation  

In this episode of the Land to Lots™ Podcast, Carter Froelich speaks with James Hamill, Managing Director of the California Statewide Communities Development Authority, and Bob Williams, Managing Director at RBC Capital Markets, to discuss one of California's most powerful infrastructure financing tools: the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program, commonly known as SCIP.  James and Bob share the history of the program, how SCIP has evolved from assessment district financing into a more flexible platform that includes CFDs, and why it has become such a valuable tool for developers, builders, cities, counties, and special districts across California.   In Part 1 of this conversation, you'll learn:  How SCIP was created and why it became a practical tool for financing impact fees and public infrastructure.  The difference between assessment districts and CFDs within the SCIP program.  Why CFDs are becoming more common due to their flexibility around product type, tax rates, and eligible facilities.  How SCIP helps make public financing available to smaller projects that may not otherwise be able to access the bond market.  Why cities, counties, and districts often prefer to use CSCDA rather than managing district formation and bond issuance themselves.  How tax rate sensitivity varies across different California markets.  When developers and builders should begin engaging with CSCDA and RBC during the development process.  How SCIP can be used for early-stage infrastructure needs, including critical offsite improvements.   Show Notes James Hamill Contact Information W – https://cscda.org/contact/ O – (925) 476-5644 E – jhamill@cscda.org  Bob Williams Contact Information W – https://www.rbccm.com/ O – (415) 445-8674 E – bob.williams@rbccm.com  Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: (NOTE – PICK 4)  Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TX, UT, WA contact Carter Froelich and have Launch prepare an initial complimentary high-level bond analysis for your project.  Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Contact Carter Froelich for more information. Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Contact Carter Froelich for more information. Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Contact Curry Froelich for more information.   Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ Listeners Complimentary Land to Lots™ book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer  Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160    

In episode 98 of the News Man Weekly, the crew riffs on graduation season, the Cavs’ Game 7 victory and the Sonic Temple music festival. We break down the latest developments surrounding the proposed Buc-ee's project, discuss the $1 million state grant awarded to demolish the West Park Shopping Center and recap the Ohio State Highway Patrol's latest OVI checkpoint. Carl also revisits the comedy classic Animal House in this week’s edition of “What’s Carl Watching?” complete with his top five favorite lines from the movie. Later, we welcome Richland County Commissioner Tony Vero for a wide-ranging conversation about the proposed Franklin Township data center, the Buc-ee’s development, wind and solar restrictions, the future of the Westinghouse site and Richland County's direction over the next five years. The interview also explores the balancing act between economic growth and quality of life as local leaders navigate some of the biggest development conversations the county has seen in years. This episode is powered by the great folks at Relax, It's Just Coffee. Related links: Find our Sonic Temple coverage here Wrecking ball is next: State awards $1 million grant to demolish former West Park Shopping Center One motorist cited for OVI during checkpoint on U.S. 42 on Thursday St. Peter’s High School graduates 19 students during 2026 commencement Annexation vote for Buc-ee’s planned for Mansfield City Council on Tuesday Richland County commissioners oppose data center plan, but cannot ban them Be a Source Member for unlimited access to local, independent journalism.Support the show: https://richlandsource.com/membersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1867, the United States purchased Alaska from Russia in a deal that reshaped the map of North America... but what did that moment mean for the people already living there? In this episode, we explore Alaska before European contact, the rise of Russian colonial settlement, and eventually the American takeover.Our guest today is Professor Thomas Swensen at the University of Utah. He's the author of Where Next, Columbus?: A Native Punk Mixtape and his new book, The Great Land: An Indigenous History of Alaska, will be published in October of 2026.Edited by Tim Arstall. Produced by Tomos Delargy. Senior Producer was Freddy Chick.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.  All music from Epidemic Sounds.American History Hit is a History Hit podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 101 of the Land to Lots™ podcast, Carter wraps up his conversation with Robert Davis, focusing on how Seaside, FL was built and what developers can take from Robert's experiences.  On this episode, Robert walks through how the project progressed one street at a time, why they were intentional about not getting ahead of the market, and how they managed construction quality as the community grew. He also explains how builders were selected and overseen, and how the architectural review process helped maintain consistency without limiting creativity.  The conversation also shifts to some broader takeaways. Robert shares his perspective on how developers think about time, why most capital structures push the wrong decisions, and how Seaside was approached as a long-term investment rather than something to turn quickly.  In this episode you'll learn:  How Seaside, FL was built one phase at a time without getting ahead of the market.  The role of construction oversight and contractor selection in maintaining quality.  How the architectural review process allowed for variety while preserving a cohesive vision.  Why most developers misunderstand time and how that impacts decision making.  How capital structure influences outcomes and why long-term thinking matters.    Show Notes  Robert Davis Contact Information –   E – info@seasidefl.com   W – https://seasidefl.com/     Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: (NOTE – PICK 4)  Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TX, UT, WA contact Carter Froelich and have Launch prepare an initial complimentary high-level bond analysis for your project.  Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Contact Carter Froelich for more information. Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Contact Carter Froelich for more information. Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Contact Curry Froelich for more information.   Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ Listeners Complimentary Land to Lots™ book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer  Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160      

Anthony quotes a movie to Pete in discussing how he'd like to see JJ Redick throw the kitchen sink at OKC. The guys wrap with questions from the live audience, who are now just about ready to move on to summer discussions. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As international attention remains fixed on the fallout from the Iran war, conditions in the West Bank continue to deteriorate. Hosts Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj speak with MEI Senior Fellow Lucy Kurtzer-Ellenbogen about the sharp rise in settler violence, expanding settlement activity, and growing Palestinian displacement across the territory. They examine how recent Israeli legal and administrative measures are reshaping realities on the ground, the implications for Israeli-Palestinian relations, and what the United States should do to play a constructive mediator role.   Recorded on April 28, 2026.

In Episode 100 of the Land to Lots™ podcast, Carter talks with Robert Davis, the developer behind Seaside,FL one of the most influential master-planned communities in the United States.   Robert shares the early story behind Seaside,FL, from his grandfather's initial land purchase to the experiences that shaped his approach to development. He walks through how time spent studying iconic places and observing how people live informed the vision for Seaside,FL.   Additionally, Robert explains how the master plan and urban code came together, why development started with a single street, and how limiting lot supply and staying disciplined early on helped build momentum over time.  In this episode you'll learn: How Robert's early experiences shaped the vision for Seaside, FL Why studying traditional towns influenced the planning and design approach How Seaside,FL's master plan and urban code were developed and refined Why building one street at a time helped create demand How limiting supply early on contributed to long term value Show Notes  Robert Davis Contact Information – E – info@seasidefl.com  W – https://seasidefl.com/   Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: (NOTE – PICK 4) Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TX, UT, WA contact Carter Froelich and have Launch prepare an initial complimentary high-level bond analysis for your project. Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Contact Carter Froelich for more information. Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Contact Carter Froelich for more information. Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Contact Curry Froelich for more information. Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ ListenersComplimentary Land to Lots book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Kingman will hold a public hearing to consider two city-initiated annexation proposals that support long-term growth, economic development, and strategic land use planning within the community. The public hearing will take place on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 310 N. 4th Street, Kingman, Arizona. Community members are encouraged to attend and provide input on the proposed annexations. The annexation proposals include two distinct project areas: Annexation Case AN25-0001 – East Hualapai Foothills Area This proposal includes approximately 4,238 acres located generally south of Southern Avenue, north of Hualapai Mountain Road,...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/kingman-public-hearing-on-annexation-proposals/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 28, discussing town news and events. He recapped the most recent meeting of the town board of commissioners, which included a lengthy update of the town's Unified Development Ordinance. One provision in that rewrite would allow for more small scale corner stores in residential neighborhoods. He also talked about an annexation request, a Zwanze Day recap, and more. The post Hillsborough: UDO Rewrite, Corner Stores, Annexation Request appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

In today's episode of The Peak Daily, we unpack a viral (and likely AI-generated) YouTube network pushing the idea of Alberta becoming the 51st U.S. state — and why foreign influence campaigns can shape real political momentum. Then, we look at how Silicon Valley is building a new, tech-friendly media ecosystem, from VC-backed livestream news to founder-safe podcasts, and what it means for who controls the narrative. Plus: Canada's new Canada–U.S. trade advisory committee, proposed rules for domestic rocket launches, and CATL's lightning-fast EV battery recharge breakthrough.The Peak Daily is produced in partnership with reframevid.com

Subscribe now to skip the ads and get all of our episodes. Danny and Derek welcome to the show Oren Ziv to talk about Israeli settlement expansion and political changes in the West Bank. They discuss the legal and political structure of Areas A, B, and C; the proliferation of settler outposts; displacement of Palestinian communities; state support for settlers; Bezalel Smotrich's sovereignty plan; new settlement approvals; the weakening of the Palestinian Authority; and potential future scenarios for the territory. Read Oren's article in The Nation, “Erasing the Lines.” Don't forget to subscribe to our Marx Prestige miniseries. New episodes on Tuesdays! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danny and Derek welcome to the show Oren Ziv to talk about Israeli settlement expansion and political changes in the West Bank. They discuss the legal and political structure of Areas A, B, and C; the proliferation of settler outposts; displacement of Palestinian communities; state support for settlers; Bezalel Smotrich's sovereignty plan; new settlement approvals; the weakening of the Palestinian Authority; and potential future scenarios for the territory.Read Oren's article in The Nation, “Erasing the Lines.”Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on Hashtag History, we will be discussing the annexation of Hawaii…otherwise known as the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Because, when Hawaii was annexed to the United States, becoming the fiftieth state to join the union, it was done so via a coup de tat that overthrew the sovereignty of the Hawaiian people, something the vast majority of them were largely against. The US's motivations were obvious: they had major economic interests in Hawaii from the goods available there (like sugar and pineapple) but also the access to a naval base in the Pacific at Pearl Harbor. Tourism wasn't much of a thing at the time when this happened in the 1890s, but we know in the long run that the annexation of Hawaii, though not motivated by tourism back in the 1890s, certainly has played a large role in the US's continued interest in it. Nearly 10 million people visit Hawaii every year, with 7 to 7.5 million of those tourists being from the Mainland.The US's annexation of Hawaii was so bad that Congress formally apologized for it in 1993 (the 100th anniversary of the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy), acknowledging that what they had done was morally unethical and that the Hawaiian people had never formally relinquished their lands and sovereignty to the US.Follow Hashtag History on Instagram @hashtaghistory_podcast for all of the pictures mentioned in this episode.Citations for all sources can be located on our website at www.HashtagHistory-Pod.com. You can also check out our website for super cute merch!You can now sponsor a cocktail and get a shout-out on air! Just head to www.buymeacoffee.com/hashtaghistory or head to the Support tab on our website!You can locate us on www.Patreon.com/hashtaghistory where you can donate $1 a month to our Books and Booze Supply. All of your support goes a long ways and we are endlessly grateful! To show our gratitude, all Patreon Supporters receive an automatic 15% OFF all merchandise in our merchandise store, a shoutout on social media, and stickers!THANKS FOR LISTENING!- Rachel and LeahEditor: Alex PerezCopyright: The Hashtag History Podcast

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In Episode 99 of the Land to Lots™ podcast, Carter Froelich sits down with Ian Kinne, Vice President of Logistics Innovation and Investments at Hillwood, the developer behind Alliance Texas, one of the largest master-planned communities in the country, located in Fort Worth. During the interview, Ian discusses how Alliance Texas has evolved from a traditional industrial project into a large-scale logistics environment that supports freight movement, emerging mobility concepts, and next-generation infrastructure. The conversation focuses on how Hillwood plans land, infrastructure, and entitlements to support innovation while still managing risk, phasing development, and protecting long-term project value. In this episode you'll learn: Ian's background and how his role at Hillwood focuses on logistics innovation and investment. How Alliance Texas was conceived and how its land use strategy supports large scale logistics. How Hillwood plans for emerging technology without overbuilding ahead of demand. What a Mobility Innovation Zone is and why Hillwood created one. How infrastructure, connectivity, and data are becoming core land improvements. Lessons learned from innovation pilots and partnerships that influenced future development decisions. What landowners and developers should consider when planning logistics focused innovation districts. Show Notes Ian Kinne Contact Information – O -- 817 224 6351 C -- 682 224 9882 E -- ian.kinne@hillwood.com W -- www.alliancetexas.com W -- www.alliancemiv.com Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TX, UT, WA contact  Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial bond analysis for your project. Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ Listeners Complimentary Land to Lots book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160

For decades, most discussions of Israel and Palestine were framed around the eventual creation of a two-state solution. That effort has been dead for years. What has emerged in its place is what the political scientists Marc Lynch and Shibley Telhami call the “one-state reality.” Their book on this — edited with Michael Barnett and Nathan Brown — came out before Oct. 7, 2023. Since Oct. 7, that reality has become further entrenched: There's been a record pace of settlement construction in the West Bank. Israel now occupies more than half the territory of Gaza. And Israel's push into Lebanon has displaced more than a million people. So what does it mean to reckon with Israel's one-state reality — to see the facts on the ground rather than the frames of the past? Shibley Telhami is the Anwar Sadat professor for peace and development at the University of Maryland, College Park. Marc Lynch is the director of the Project on Middle East Political Science at George Washington University. Lynch is the author, most recently, of “America's Middle East: The Ruination of a Region.” Mentioned: “Israel's One-State Reality” by Michael Barnett, Nathan Brown, Marc Lynch, and Shibley Telhami The One State Reality by Michael Barnett, Nathan J. Brown, Marc Lynch and Shibley Telhami Israel's Religiously Divided Society, Pew Research Center Summary of a Year of Terror, Expulsion, and Annexation — 2025 in the Settlements, Peace Now Book Recommendations: Justice for Some by Noura Erakat Wars of Ambition by Afshon Ostovar The Second Emancipation by Howard W. French Mayors in the Middle by Diana B. Greenwald Israel by Omer Bartov Tomorrow Is Yesterday by Hussein Agha and Robert Malley Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com. You can find transcripts (posted midday) and more episodes of “The Ezra Klein Show” at nytimes.com/ezra-klein-podcast, and you can find Ezra on Twitter @ezraklein. Book recommendations from all our guests are listed at https://www.nytimes.com/article/ezra-klein-show-book-recs. This episode of “The Ezra Klein Show” was produced by Jack McCordick. Fact-checking by Michelle Harris with Kate Sinclair and Mary Marge Locker. Our senior engineer is Jeff Geld, with additional mixing by Aman Sahota. Our recording engineer is Aman Sahota. Our executive producer is Claire Gordon. The show's production team also includes Marie Cascione, Annie Galvin, Rollin Hu, Kristin Lin, Emma Kehlbeck, Marina King and Jan Kobal. Original music by Pat McCusker. Audience strategy by Kristina Samulewski and Shannon Busta. The director of New York Times Opinion Audio is Annie-Rose Strasser. And special thanks to Mark Mazzetti. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

5. Plokhy compares the 2014 annexation of Crimea to the 1930s policy of appeasement, criticizing the West's inadequate response. He discusses the Minsk agreements as a Russiantool to destabilize Ukraine and explains how NATO's fear of escalation allowed Putin to solidify control over Crimea and Eastern Ukraine. (5)1855 COLONEL DALRYMPLE SCOTS FUSILIERS GUARDS

Subscribe now for early access, ad-free listening, and bonus content! With the Greater Middle East on fire from Gaza to Iran, bureaucratic and administrative changes taking place inside Israel may be easy to overlook. The right-wing coalition of Benjamin Netanyahu and the country's security establishment are annexing the West Bank. Even before the Six-Day War in 1967, the West Bank, often called Judea and Samaria, had been eyed by Jewish settlers, some of whom believe their holy books sanction the taking of Palestinian territory. In this episode, Dahlia Scheindlin and Yael Berda delve into the historical origins of today's crisis and explain how annexation has been realized. Dahlia Scheindlin is a public opinion researcher and a political advisor who has worked on nine national campaigns in Israel and in 15 other countries. She is the author of The Crooked Timber of Democracy in Israel: Promise Unfulfilled. Yael Berda is an Associate Professor of Sociology & Anthropology at Hebrew University. Her research focuses on the way bureaucracy shapes politics, and how mundane and routine practices of the state determine citizenship, sovereignty, and social power. Recommended reading: 'Tectonic': Israeli Annexation of the West Bank Is Now a Legal Reality by Dahlia Scheindlin (Haaretz) The Theory of Annexation by Ronit Levine-Schnur, Tamar Megiddo, and Yael Berda (Oxford Journal of Legal Studies)

In Episode 98 of the Land to Lots™ podcast, Carter Froelich sits down with John Hutchinson, Co-Chief Executive and Global Head of Origination at Trez Capital, a private real estate investment firm providing debt and equity solutions across the United States and Canada. John shares perspective on how private capital is underwriting land development today, what lenders are focused on in the current market, and how sponsors can better position their projects for successful execution. Carter and John discuss entitlement risk, absorption assumptions, loan structure, recourse, and how infrastructure financing tools factor into lending decisions. In this episode you'll learn: John's background and path into land development finance. How Trez Capital approaches land and horizontal development lending today. What lenders consider "down the middle of the fairway" underwriting in the current market. How entitlement risk, absorption, and takedown assumptions are evaluated. Typical loan structures, leverage ranges, and covenant considerations. How draw schedules, inspections, and funding mechanics work in practice. How special districts and bond reimbursements are viewed from a lender perspective. What John is watching in land development finance over the next 12 to 24 months. Trends John is watching in land and development lending over the next 12 to 24 months. John's biggest professional learning experience and what currently keeps him up at night. Show Notes John Hutchinson, Contact Information O: 214 545 0952 E: johnh@trezcapital.com W: www.trezcapital.com Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TX, UT, WA contact  Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial bond analysis for your project. Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ Listeners Complimentary Land to Lots book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160    

Brian, Mark and Nolan do a deep dive into recent political developments, including Donald Trump's actions in Iran, the state of U.S. foreign policy, and legal battles involving the government and media.  Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JATQPodcast Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jatqpodcast.bsky.social Intragram: https://www.instagram.com/jatqpodcast Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET7k2_Y9P9Fz0MZRARGqVw This Show is Available Ad-Free And Early For Patreon supporters here: https://www.patreon.com/justaskthequestionpodcast Purchase Brian's book "Free The Press"    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Krystal and Saagar discuss Israel pushes for Lebanon annexation, airport chaos, AI bubble collapse. Jeremy Scahill: https://x.com/jeremyscahill?s=20 Brandon J. Weichert: https://x.com/WeTheBrandon?s=20 Brendan Steinhauser: https://x.com/bstein80 To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: www.breakingpoints.comMerch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 97 of the Land to Lots™ Podcast, Carter Froelich finishes his conversation with Scott Cox, Principal of SLC Advisors and a frequent contributor to The Builder's Daily, for a candid discussion on what is really driving builder stress right now. While margins may still look acceptable on paper, many private builders feel pressure building beneath the surface. The issue is not just today's closings, but higher-basis land in the pipeline, slower absorption, and the simple reality that time is expensive. Carter and Scott explore the difference between managing to a pro forma and managing to the market. They discuss why sales velocity often matters more than protecting the last point of margin, how to calculate the true monthly carrying cost of a community, and why that number alone can reshape pricing decisions. Scott also shares practical ways to protect backlog without losing momentum, how trapped cash impacts capital structure, and when it may be time to revisit product instead of relying only on incentives. In this episode, you'll learn: 1.      Why margin concerns today are often rooted in tomorrow's land pipeline. 2.      The dashboard metrics builders should be watching when absorption slows. 3.      How to calculate the real monthly cost of being in a project. 4.      How trapped cash impacts capital structure and future deal flow. 5.      When protecting backlog makes sense and when it becomes counterproductive. 6.      Why velocity protects more than revenue. 7.      How to evaluate product utility against competitors in a practical way. 8.      When it is time to revisit product instead of simply cutting price. Show Notes: Scott Cox 01scottcox10@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-cox-25874154/ Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA contact  Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial bond analysis for your project. Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ ListenersComplimentary Land to Lots book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160 Carter Froelich hosts the Land to Lots™ podcast powered by Launch Development Finance Advisors. Carter shares how he and his team help their clients finance infrastructure, reduce costs, and mitigate risks all with the goal of enhancing project profitability Land to Lots™ is a registered trademark of Launch Development Finance Advisors

Ghost walks through the 2014 annexation of Crimea by breaking down the sequence of events, the historical context, and the competing narratives from Russia and the West. The episode centers on Vladimir Putin's detailed justification for Crimea's reunification with Russia, including arguments around historical ties, ethnic demographics, and the referendum results. Ghost contrasts this with the Western response, highlighting sanctions, international law claims, and NATO's broader geopolitical role. Through archived speeches and commentary, the discussion explores themes of sovereignty, nationalism, global power dynamics, and the precedent of Kosovo as a justification for Crimea's move. The episode ultimately frames Crimea as a pivotal turning point that connects the Maidan coup to the broader conflict that follows in eastern Ukraine.

The Laurel City Council will consider whether to pause the annexation of property into the city later this month. The proposal comes as residents and council members accuse the state of not being transparent about its plans to build a mental health facility.

In Episode 96 of the Land to Lots™ Podcast, Carter Froelich continues his conversation with Scott Cox, Principal of SLC Advisors and a frequent contributor to The Builder's Daily, for a candid discussion on what is really driving builder stress right now. While margins may still look acceptable on paper, many private builders feel pressure building beneath the surface. The issue is not just today's closings, but higher-basis land in the pipeline, slower absorption, and the simple reality that time is expensive. Carter and Scott explore the difference between managing to a pro forma and managing to the market. They discuss why sales velocity often matters more than protecting the last point of margin, how to calculate the true monthly carrying cost of a community, and why that number alone can reshape pricing decisions. Scott also shares practical ways to protect backlog without losing momentum, how trapped cash impacts capital structure, and when it may be time to revisit product instead of relying only on incentives. In this episode, you'll learn: 1.      Why margin concerns today are often rooted in tomorrow's land pipeline. 2.      The dashboard metrics builders should be watching when absorption slows. 3.      How to calculate the real monthly cost of being in a project. 4.      How trapped cash impacts capital structure and future deal flow. 5.      When protecting backlog makes sense and when it becomes counterproductive. 6.      Why velocity protects more than revenue. 7.      How to evaluate product utility against competitors in a practical way. 8.      When it is time to revisit product instead of simply cutting price. Show Notes: Scott Cox 01scottcox10@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-cox-25874154/ Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA contact  Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial bond analysis for your project. Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ ListenersComplimentary Land to Lots book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160 Carter Froelich hosts the Land to Lots™ podcast powered by Launch Development Finance Advisors. Carter shares how he and his team help their clients finance infrastructure, reduce costs, and mitigate risks all with the goal of enhancing project profitability Land to Lots™ is a registered trademark of Launch Development Finance Advisors

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In Episode 95 of the Land to Lots™ Podcast, Carter Froelich sits down with Scott Cox, Principal of SLC Advisors and a frequent contributor to The Builder's Daily, for a candid discussion on what is really driving builder stress right now. While margins may still look acceptable on paper, many private builders feel pressure building beneath the surface. The issue is not just today's closings, but higher-basis land in the pipeline, slower absorption, and the simple reality that time is expensive. Carter and Scott explore the difference between managing to a pro forma and managing to the market. They discuss why sales velocity often matters more than protecting the last point of margin, how to calculate the true monthly carrying cost of a community, and why that number alone can reshape pricing decisions. Scott also shares practical ways to protect backlog without losing momentum, how trapped cash impacts capital structure, and when it may be time to revisit product instead of relying only on incentives. In this episode, you'll learn: 1.      Why margin concerns today are often rooted in tomorrow's land pipeline. 2.      The dashboard metrics builders should be watching when absorption slows. 3.      How to calculate the real monthly cost of being in a project. 4.      How trapped cash impacts capital structure and future deal flow. 5.      When protecting backlog makes sense and when it becomes counterproductive. 6.      Why velocity protects more than revenue. 7.      How to evaluate product utility against competitors in a practical way. 8.      When it is time to revisit product instead of simply cutting price. Show Notes: Scott Cox 01scottcox10@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-cox-25874154/ Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA contact  Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial bond analysis for your project. Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ ListenersComplimentary Land to Lots book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160 Carter Froelich hosts the Land to Lots™ podcast powered by Launch Development Finance Advisors. Carter shares how he and his team help their clients finance infrastructure, reduce costs, and mitigate risks all with the goal of enhancing project profitability Land to Lots™ is a registered trademark of Launch Development Finance Advisors

Krystal and Emily discuss Randy Fine islamophobia, Israel annexation in West Bank, Lindsey Graham quiet part out loud, James Talarico Colbert interview blocked by CBS. Will Creeley: https://www.thefire.org/about-us/our-team/will-creeley Jasper Nathaniel: https://www.infinitejaz.com/ To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: www.breakingpoints.comMerch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Palestine takes one step forward and two steps back on statehood. Then: what is the future of Gulf Co-operation Council and EU relations? Plus: Brazil’s first Olympic gold and ‘Monocle in Milan’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel's recent change of land-buying policies in the occupied West Bank has been condemned by the international community and the UN. The measures have been designed to make it easier for settlers to acquire Palestinian land in areas that until now had been under the Palestinian Authority's administration. Critics have described the move as de facto annexation of the territory that would crush any prospect of Palestinian statehood. In a joint statement, Arab and Islamic countries condemned the measures, calling them illegal actions. But this is not the first time. Last July, the same countries rebuked an annexation motion by the Knesset. An Israeli takeover of the occupied West Bank has long been considered a red line in the region and beyond, as it would deal a final blow to the two-state solution. And yet, since the war in Gaza, Israel has accelerated its land-grab practices there, pushing forward with settlement expansion. In this episode of Beyond the Headlines, host Nada AlTaher looks at the chain of events that brought the West Bank to this tipping point and asks: is there enough international will and pressure to push back against Israel's latest decision? 

It's Hump Day on the Majority Report   On today's program:   Attorney General Pam Bondi testifies before the House Judiciary Committee this morning and loses her composure.   Jasper Nathaniel of Infinite Jaz joins the show to provide updates on the new series of cabinet decisions made in the Knesset regarding the total annexation of the West Bank in Palestine.   In the Fun Half:   AOC is asked about the horrors the sanctions on Cuba have created for innocent civilians and says that there used to be protections for innocent civilians and now after the genocide in Gaza, it's almost acceptable for the Western world to turn a blind eye to people starving   The US Curling team makes it clear that what is happening with ICE is wrong. This upsets JD Vance.   If you are in the LA area you can see Emma join Francesca Fiorentini for a Bitchuation Room live at Dynasty Typewriter on March 22.   all that and more To connect and organize with your local ICE rapid response team visit ICERRT.com The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: IQ BAR: Text MAJORITY to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. SUNSET LAKE: Use coupon code "Left Is Best" (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order at SunsetLakeCBD.com  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

In Episode 94 of the Land to Lots™ podcast, part 2 of the two-part Qtative series, Carter Froelich sits down with Tim Kihm and Brian Rupp, principals of Qtative Development Solutions, a California-focused entitlement and land use ystrategy firm part of the Land Advisors Organization family of companies. Qtative assists landowners, homebuilders, and investors secure entitlement approvals faster by navigating the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), packaging entitlements, coordinating with agencies, and managing community engagement to reduce risk and accelerating schedules. With California's historically complex and slow entitlement environment, Tim and Brian discuss how recent legislation including AB 130, SB 131, and the permanent extension of SB 330 is reshaping the entitlement landscape and creating new opportunities for housing developers. They explain where the real advantages exist, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how builders can use these tools to gain schedule certainty, reduce soft costs, and improve project returns. In this episode you'll learn: How Tim and Brian built their careers and why they launched Qtative. The top entitlement items that "keep them up at night" and how they maintain project momentum. Where Qtative is currently helping investors, builders, and developers succeed in today's environment. What past legislative efforts achieved—and where they fell short. What AB 130 and SB 131 are intended to address in the CEQA process. How these streamlining tools shorten timelines, reduce litigation exposure, and support stronger project economics. The types of sites that now qualify as "no-brainers" under AB 130 and SB 131. Qtative's 90-Day Playbook for a 19-acre infill site, including early screening, packaging, and agency engagement. Show NotesTim Kihm E – Tkihm@qtative.com Brian Rupp C – (949) 302-4668 E – Brupp@qtative.com Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA contact  Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial bond analysis for your project. Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ ListenersComplimentary Land to Lots book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160 Carter Froelich hosts the Land to Lots™ podcast powered by Launch Development Finance Advisors. Carter shares how he and his team help their clients finance infrastructure, reduce costs, and mitigate risks all with the goal of enhancing project profitability Land to Lots™ is a registered trademark of Launch Development Finance Advisors

Victoria Coates and Gordon Chang identify the Baltic states as most vulnerable to Russian annexation, warning that Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania face persistent threats from Putin's expansionist ambitions.1950

How did Hawaiʻi - once an independent, internationally recognised kingdom - become America's 50th state? It's a tale of economic pressure, political manoeuvring, and ruthless military might. We'll explore how a sovereign nation was overthrown, how annexation followed without consent, and why this history still matters today.Our guest today is Noah Dolim, Assistant Professor at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa. Noah primarily focuses on the history of nineteenth-century Hawai'i.Edited by Aidan Lonergan. Produced by Tom Delargy. Senior Producer is Freddy Chick.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.  All music from Epidemic Sounds.American History Hit is a History Hit podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 93 of the Land to Lots™ podcast, part 1 of the two-part Qtative series, Carter Froelich sits down with Tim Kihm and Brian Rupp, principals of Qtative Development Solutions, a California-focused entitlement and land use ystrategy firm part of the Land Advisors Organization family of companies. Qtative assists landowners, homebuilders, and investors secure entitlement approvals faster by navigating the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), packaging entitlements, coordinating with agencies, and managing community engagement to reduce risk and accelerating schedules. With California's historically complex and slow entitlement environment, Tim and Brian discuss how recent legislation including AB 130, SB 131, and the permanent extension of SB 330 is reshaping the entitlement landscape and creating new opportunities for housing developers. They explain where the real advantages exist, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how builders can use these tools to gain schedule certainty, reduce soft costs, and improve project returns. In this episode you'll learn: How Tim and Brian built their careers and why they launched Qtative. The top entitlement items that "keep them up at night" and how they maintain project momentum. Where Qtative is currently helping investors, builders, and developers succeed in today's environment. What past legislative efforts achieved—and where they fell short. What AB 130 and SB 131 are intended to address in the CEQA process. How these streamlining tools shorten timelines, reduce litigation exposure, and support stronger project economics. The types of sites that now qualify as "no-brainers" under AB 130 and SB 131. Qtative's 90-Day Playbook for a 19-acre infill site, including early screening, packaging, and agency engagement. Show NotesTim Kihm E – Tkihm@qtative.com Brian Rupp C – (949) 302-4668 E – Brupp@qtative.com Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA contact  Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial bond analysis for your project. Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ ListenersComplimentary Land to Lots book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160 Carter Froelich hosts the Land to Lots™ podcast powered by Launch Development Finance Advisors. Carter shares how he and his team help their clients finance infrastructure, reduce costs, and mitigate risks all with the goal of enhancing project profitability Land to Lots™ is a registered trademark of Launch Development Finance Advisors

For weeks, U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to annex Greenland, an autonomous region of Denmark. That led to a meeting on Wednesday between a delegation of Danish and Greenland foreign ministers and U.S. Vice-President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The two sides did not seem to come to any kind of conclusion.The Globe's Europe correspondent, Paul Waldie, is in Greenland to get a sense of how people are feeling on the ground. He was in Denmark earlier this week. He joins the show to tell us what he's learned, what the potential implications are for NATO, and what concerns this raises for Canada.Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tony talks about the definition of a woman and a uterus. Tony later gets into 3 more things: the Greenland Annexation Statehood Act, the climate agenda falls from grace, and Ford pulling the plug on the all-electric F-150 Lightning pickup truck. Tony also talks about Candace Owens saying he had a dream about being at Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife’s funeral, and Charlie Kirk visited her and told her who his assassin was. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're eleven days into 2026, and America is speedrunning authoritarianism.On January 8th, ICE agent Jonathan Ross executed Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis. She was unarmed and trying to drive away when he shot her three times at point blank range, called her a "fucking bitch" as she died, then walked away while his colleagues prevented a doctor from rendering aid. Within minutes, before anyone knew her name, the President and DHS Secretary labeled her a "domestic terrorist" and declared the shooting justified. No investigation. No accountability. Just character assassination and claims of "absolute immunity."This isn't isolated. Over 2,000 masked federal agents with no badges or identification have descended on Minneapolis, racially profiling and detaining U.S. citizens. The same day Renee was killed, ICE arrested two teenage American citizens for working at Target while Latino. This is fascism in practice.But the chaos doesn't stop at our borders. Trump is threatening to annex Greenland by force, potentially ending the NATO alliance. The administration is simultaneously threatening Venezuela, cutting deals with Cuba, and rattling sabers at Iran as nationwide protests threaten the regime.Are we heading into World War III? Maybe. The tinderbox is built.In this episode, we break down the execution of Renee Nicole Good, expert analysis from a veteran defense attorney who says this shooting was unjustified, Trump's imperial ambitions in Greenland, Iran's revolution, Cuba's crisis, Venezuela's chaos, the criminal investigation into Jerome Powell, and the U Haul attack on Iranian protesters in Los Angeles.This isn't hyperbole. This is happening right now, eleven days into the second Trump administration.Renee Nicole Good's life mattered. Her death wasn't a tragedy. It was a murder.SUPPORT THE SHOW: We Saw the Devil is an independent political commentary podcast committed to speaking truth to power. Rate, review, and share this episode. REMEMBER HER NAME: Renee Nicole Good January 8, 2026Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/we-saw-the-devil-crime-political-analysis--4433638/support.Website: http://www.wesawthedevil.comPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/wesawthedevilDiscord: https://discord.gg/X2qYXdB4Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/WeSawtheDevilInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/wesawthedevilpodcast.

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Guest: Gregory Copley. Discussing Niall Ferguson's comparison of the current geopolitical climate to the imperialism of 1906, Copley argues that while territorial annexation is less common, a new form of technological and economic imperialism has emerged where the U.S. maintains spheres of influence through dominance in global defense sales. Copley notes that while Turkey attempts to reassert Ottoman-style control through "gunpowder diplomacy" despite being bankrupt, and the U.S. acts as a self-proclaimed global guardian, the primary rival, China, is currently failing due to internal collapse rather than expanding like the powers of the early 20th century.1905 TR BROKERS PEACE.

The annexation of Texas was a preview of future foreign policy.Original article: https://mises.org/power-market/questioning-annexation-texas-us-state

The annexation of Texas was a preview of future foreign policy.Original article: https://mises.org/power-market/questioning-annexation-texas-us-state

Ukraine Envoy Keith Kellogg Quits After Plan for US Peace Leaked. Anatol Lieven discusses a leaked Ukraine peace plan involving potential US legal recognition of Russian annexation of Donbass and Crimea, which would pave the way for lifting US sanctions. The plan requires Ukraine to yield the remaining Donbass slice and accept limits on its army size, although Ukraine is not required to formally agree. Guest: Anatol Lieven. 1824

5. Putin's 2021 Essay and the Road to Annexation: Myths Versus Reality Isolated during the COVID-19 pandemic, Vladimir Putin read history and published an essay in 2021 that was revelatory of his expansionist, revisionist thinking. This document, based on historical myths, asserts that Ukrainians are essentially Russians, that Ukraine has always been Russia, and that its future must be fully subordinated to Moscow. Experts often misjudged Putin, seeing him as utterly cynical and rational, failing to recognize his ideological commitment to turning these myths into reality. The annexation of Crimea in 2014 was a reaction to the Euromaidan uprising, which deposed the pro-Russian president Yanukovych. Putin saw Ukraine's pivot to the West as an immediate threat, necessitating the seizure of Crimea and the Donbas industrial areas before it was "too late." In Donbas, initial local protests were quickly bolstered by Russian infiltrators, mercenaries, and funding, escalating the situation into a mix of local dissent and invasion.