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On this episode of FOX Across America, Jimmy Failla tells us why left-wing pundits like Rached Maddow and Symone Sanders are already starting to have fantasies about prosecuting Trump administration officials if Democrats take back the House and Senate in November. Founder and Executive Director of Power The Future Daniel Turner talks about how fears about AI has essentially replaced climate change doomsday predictions as liberals' go-to scare tactic for voters. PLUS, comedian Danny Polishchuk stops by to give his take on whether the ongoing war with Iran is going to cost President Trump and the GOP in November. [00:00:00] Rachel Maddow & Symone Sanders imply Trump admin committed crimes [00:37:35] Kimmel welcomes on Oliver & Meyers to whine about Trump [00:56:04] Daniel Turner [01:14:35] Danny Polishcuk [01:33:10] Danny part two Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York set some of the country's most ambitious climate goals, from slashing emissions to bracing for rising seas. But living in the city is freaking expensive. So what does it take for NYC to be affordable and climate-conscious?  In collaboration with Grist, we put that question to the city's chief climate officer, a Grist reporter, and a grassroots leader during New York Climate Week. Listen as we discuss the places where climate, decarbonization, and affordability collide – and the ways people are working to make life better for New Yorkers while keeping both costs and carbon down. Guests:  Daphany Rose Sanchez, Executive Director, Kinetic Communities Consulting Jake Bittle, Staff Writer, Grist Louise Yeung, NYC Chief Climate Officer  Jonathan Gilmour, Co-Executive Director, The Impact Project Highlights: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:02:10 Jake Bittle on New York delaying climate goals 00:03:53 Daphany Rose Sanchez on the impact of delaying climate goals 00:05:31 Daphany Rose Sanchez on what's missing in the affordability conversation 00:08:12 Jake Bittle on the affordability and climate connection  00:11:13 Daphany Rose Sanchez on the projects she's excited about 00:14:37 Louise Yeung on the ability to address climate and affordability 00:18:25 Louise Yeung on the role of a public utility advocate 00:21:57 Louise Yeung on the battery powered food card pilot program 00:29:50 Louise Yeung on the challenge of implementing policy citywide  00:34:32 Louise Yeung on the headwinds facing climate work  00:37:23 Jonathan Gilmour on what motivated him to host community climate gatherings 00:40:34 Jonathan Gilmour on what people talked about at the community gatherings 00:43:21 Jonathan Gilmour on preserving climate data 00:48:38 Jonathan Gilmour improving the climate data that was preserved  For show notes, transcripts, and related links, visit ⁠ClimateOne.org. *** Join us, on October 14 at 6 p.m. for a conversation with PG&E CEO Patti Poppe on energy affordability, outages, and public outrage. Tickets available at climateone.org/events  On October 20 at 6 p.m. join us, in partnership with The Redford Center, for a screening of the short film In Earth We Trust, followed by a conversation with the filmmaker, the film's central figure, and other faith leaders. Tickets available at climateone.org/events  Support Climate One by going ad-free! By subscribing to Climate One on Patreon, you'll receive exclusive access to all future episodes free of ads, opportunities to connect with fellow Climate One listeners, and access to the Climate One Discord. Sign up today. Ad sales by Multitude. Contact them for ad inquiries at multitude.productions/ads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this inspiring conversation, Lori Mayberry, Executive Director of Get Out the Vote PAC, shares her unexpected journey from working behind the scenes as an operations manager to becoming the public face of a growing political organization. Lori explains how the passing of her business partner and the organization's founder, Steve, pushed her into a leadership role that required her to learn fundraising, politics, communication, and organizational leadership along the way. She also discusses how her own experience as someone who once had many questions about politics shaped the way she communicates with voters. From voter outreach and education to fundraising and building recurring donor support, Lori explains how her organization uses targeted communication, texting, phone calls, and digital advertising to help people understand elections and participate in the voting process. Lori also reflects on the organization's grassroots beginnings, its growth, and the impact of strategic voter outreach and donor support. She shares lessons from her experience supporting races in Virginia, the importance of building relationships and coalitions, and the many ways people can contribute beyond making a financial donation. At the heart of the conversation is the idea of an empowered woman as someone who is willing to learn, grow, step outside what she already knows, and take on challenges even when they feel unfamiliar. Lori's story is a powerful reminder that leadership and empowerment can come from being willing to dig in, learn something new, and grow into the role that life places in front of you. Connect with Lori:Website: www.gotv.vote LinkedIn: Lori Mayberry   Let's keep the conversation going!Website: www.martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Want to be my next guest on The Empowered Woman Podcast?Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest  Watch my TEDx talk: www.martaspirk.com/Speaking   

Pat Quinn is the Executive Director of Center for Metal Arts in Johnstown PA, the premier institution for Forging education. I was very excited to talk about the amazing new large scale forged sculpture built during the Collaborative Sculpture Workshop, especially as its construction depended on the restoration of the 2000 lb. Chambersburg self contained hammer. After an amazing fundraiser and restoration of the hammer Pat realized something was terrifyingly wrong. The story of this restoration turned into an odyssey and adds another layer to the history of Center for Metal Arts. 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There was an attempted plane hijacking in the Middle East this week! Thankfully it was stopped thanks to some brave heroes stepping up and doing the right thing! Our calm and collected host, Mike Slater, will tell you all about it in our show's opening segment.Following that, Wade Miller, Executive Director of the Center For Renewing America, gabs with Slater about "Sharia Law" and how it's worming its way into North America! How can REAL PATRIOTS stop this nonsense? Tune in and find out!MAGA! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Imara sits down with two trans women running for their respective State Houses of Representatives. And, in an interesting coincidence, both these women are spiritual leaders as well as political hopefuls.Joanna Whaley is running to represent Michigan's 2nd District on a platform of economic fairness. She is a former pastor, a survivor of conversion therapy, and currently works full-time as a hospital chaplain.Jaelynn Scott is the Democratic nominee for Washington State's District 37. She is a Democratic Socialist and the Executive Director of the Lavender Rights Project, a Black trans feminist organization.This week's Trans Joy features Ashley Shade, the President of the City Council of North Adams, Massachusetts.Send your Trans Joy recommendations to translash_podcast @ translash [dot] org Follow TransLash Media @translashmedia on TikTok, Instagram, Threads, Bluesky, and Facebook.Follow Imara Jones on Instagram (@Imara_jones_), Threads (@imara_jones_), Bluesky (@imarajones.bsky.social), X (@ImaraJones)Follow Jaelynn Scott on Instagram and Facebook (@votejaelynn) Follow Joanna Whaley on social media (@joannawhaleyofficial) and Bluesky (@joannawhaley4mi)Follow Ashley Shade on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok (@ashade4office) and subscribe to her substack (ashleyshade.substack.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New York state prosecutors say they will reopen a criminal inquiry into the alleged rape of a woman at Cornell University in 2024. The woman, referred to in court documents as Jane Doe, alleges in her lawsuit that seven men from Cornell's Chi Phi fraternity chapter assaulted her in an incident involving alcohol and the drug ketamine. The case was investigated by university police but will now go before a grand jury. The case has been discussed widely online, with many including actress Florence Pugh reacting with fury over the reported disciplinary actions taken by the university. Nada Tawfik, BBC North American correspondent, and Tracey Vitchers, Executive Director of It's On Us, a non-profit programme dedicated to college sexual assault prevention, join Anita Rani to discuss.The broadcaster, campaigner and charity founder Dame Esther Rantzen has died at the age of 86. She will be best remembered for presenting the BBC TV Programme That's Life. She also set up Childline – the telephone helpline for children suffering abuse or neglect – and spent a lot of time campaigning for older people and for assisted dying. Guardian journalist Zoe Williams remembers her and her impact on women's lives. Australia has launched its Endometriosis Management Plan, which gives GPs and patients a much greater role in the management of their endo. Professor Danielle Mazza from Monash University in Melbourne has been instrumental in designing and delivering the plan. She discusses how the UK might benefit from something like this with Dr Sylvia Kama-Kieghe, a GP in Sheffield, and Vice President of Membership and Workforce at the College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare.A social media-driven resurgence in the popularity of sunbeds is said to be fuelling a rise in cases of skin cancer, particularly among young people, according to some experts. Melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, is now one of the most common cancers in people aged 15 to 34, according to Cancer Research UK. Meanwhile research by the Teenage Cancer Trust found around 48% of 18 to 34-year-olds in the UK use sunbeds – the highest proportion of any age group. Observer journalist Marine Saint has been looking into this, along with Rosie Vare from the Teenage Cancer Trust.Producer: Melanie Abbott Presenter: Anita Rani

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Welcome to Episode 327 of Autism Parenting Secrets.This week, I'm joined by Elizabeth Horn, Executive Director of 2M Foundation and a longtime advocate, innovator, and mother to her daughter Sophia, who was diagnosed with autism in 1997.For nearly three decades, Elizabeth has been asking some of the biggest questions in autism: What is actually happening with our kids? And how can we know if what we're doing is actually helping?Now, advances in artificial intelligence may make it possible to explore those questions in entirely new ways.Elizabeth is helping develop Count.AI, a platform designed to bring together years of information about an individual child, including labs, health records, wearable data, parent observations, and more.The goal is to make information that has historically been scattered or invisible easier to see, track, and learn from over time.We discuss why every child is an N-of-1, how AI may help identify patterns that humans simply cannot see, and why parents taking greater ownership of their child's health information could represent a major shift in how families navigate this journey.Elizabeth also shares what she believes could become possible over the next five years as AI, longitudinal data, and the collective experiences of families begin to converge. The secret this week is… There's POWER in Your Child's Health Data You'll Discover:Why AI Could Help Parents Connect Previously Invisible Dots (9:56)Why What Works Best Is What Works For Your Individual Child (14:39)How Count.AI Brings Years Of Health Information Together (19:32)Why Owning Your Child's Health Is A Critical Paradigm Shift (26:36)What Could Be Possible Within Five Years (40:09) About Our Guest:Elizabeth Horn is Executive Director of 2M Foundation and a longtime health journey advocate, entrepreneur, innovator, and Silicon Valley marketer. She is Co-Founder and LP of Autism Impact Fund, Co-Founder of ChARM Health, Co-Founder of Brain Foundation, and Producer/Director of IN OUR OWN HANDS: How Patients Are Reinventing Medicine. Her daughter Sophia was diagnosed with autism in 1997, beginning a nearly three-decade journey of searching for better ways to understand each child's individual biology, health data, and needs.https://2mfoundation.org/about-us/ References in this Episode:The COUNT.ai Project - Join the Beta2M Foundation Additional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

After leaving a blooming career in the world of credit unions, Kayeloni Scott is deeply involved in the work to free the dammed waters of her home river, The Snake River. Kayeloni was raised in Idaho and comes from river people and she says in this episode that a river for her is "home". Kayeloni today is the Executive Director of the Columbia Snake River Campaign and has developed the RUN Conference, Rise Up Northwest in Unity, which will have its 4th annual event this October. And Kayeloni, along with other indigenous women, is presenting in Se' Si' Le, The Return of the Matriarchy, on a tour this fall. Kayeloni talks through catching her first fish with her Dad, her valuable relationship with her Grandma, floating down the Klamath River to the ocean with her Mom and Paddle Tribal Waters, and how matriarchy weaves through all things. Columbia Snake River Campaign Instagram @columbiasnakeriverFacebook "Ever Flowing" - a short film by Columbia Snake River CampaignNez Perce TribeSe' Si' Le, Seven Sisters, Return of the MatriarchyArticle at Idaho Rivers UnitedSPONSORSVALLEY AUTO GROUPLanding page at River RadiusLanding page at Valley Auto GroupAuto purchase includes $500 donation to river groupVehicle can be shipped to you in 48 statesOUTDOOR ALLIANCE & GRASSTOPS COLLECTIVEGrasstops CollectiveInstagramFacebookBlueskyX THE RIVER RADIUSWebsiteRunoff signup (episode newsletter)InstagramFacebookApple PodcastSpotifyLink Tree

After twenty years in corporate leadership, Gabby Albert took a 65 percent pay cut to become executive director of 4Kira4Moms, and calls herself the happiest she's ever been. In this episode, she and Laura talk about the power of the village: in maternal health, where too many Black women suffer in silence, and in our careers and communities, where we've absorbed a go-it-alone mindset that was never how we were built. Gabby breaks down why asking for help is a strength, how to actually activate the people already in your corner, and why everyone plays a role on the roster so no single relationship gets overused. Grounded in her advocacy work and her own leadership journey, it's a warm, practical call to stop doing everything alone. In this episode: Why we suffer in silence, and how to activate a village instead of over-relying on one person "Everybody plays a role on the roster": spreading the ask so relationships don't burn out What her corporate-to-nonprofit pivot taught her about transferable skills, authentic leadership, and self-advocacy   About Gabby Gabrielle Albert is a strategic leader with over 20 years of executive experience at companies including Procter & Gamble, Kellogg, Bacardi, Hilton, and Kimberly-Clark. Her corporate background spans global roles in strategic sourcing, marketing, sales, and R&D across industries such as CPG, hospitality, and healthcare. In 2024, Gabby transitioned from corporate leadership to full-time maternal health advocacy, joining 4Kira4Moms as Executive Director after serving on the board. Since then, she has implemented the organization's first strategic plan, launched the 4Kira4Dads Paternal Centers of Excellence, and grown annual revenue 6X.  A proud graduate of Florida A&M University's School of Business and Industry, Gabby is a passionate advocate for maternal health as a human rights issue. She currently lives in Atlanta, GA and enjoys traveling, mentoring, and spending time with loved ones. She is affiliated with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., the FAMU National Alumni Association, and the Smithsonian 2015 Society   Connect with Gabby Website: http://www.4kira4moms.com Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gabriellegabbyalbert Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gmalbert   BWL Resources: Join us at the 2027 Black Woman Leading LIVE! Conference & Retreat.  June 1-4, 2027, Clearwater Beach, FL.  Save your seat at www.BWLretreat.com Join Black Woman Leading, The Collective - a membership community.  Learn more at https://blackwomanleading.com/the-collective/ Full podcast episodes are now on Youtube.  Subscribe to the BWL channel today! Check out the BWL theme song here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l68EqEJjXq0  Check out the BWL line dance tutorial here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eui89AmJwUg  Take the free Future-Ready Leader Assessment - https://futureready.blackwomanleading.com/   Credits: Learn about all Black Woman Leading® programs, resources, and events at www.blackwomanleading.com Learn more about our consulting work with organizations at https://knightsconsultinggroup.com/ Email Laura: info@knightsconsultinggroup.com  Connect with Laura on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraeknights/  Follow BWL on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/blackwomanleading  Instagram: @blackwomanleading Facebook: @blackwomanleading Youtube: @blackwomanleading  Podcast Music & Production: Marshall Knights - https://marshallknights.com/  Graphics: Dara Adams Listen and follow the podcast on all major platforms: Apple Podcasts  Spotify Stitcher iHeartRadio Audible Podbay  

Your body has a check engine light. The question is: are you paying attention before it becomes a bigger problem?A headache. Poor sleep. Gut issues. Anxiety. Skin problems. Fatigue. Changes in mood or behavior.What if some of the symptoms we're trying to silence are actually the body trying to communicate?In this episode of the Crackin' Backs Podcast, Dr. Terry Weyman and Dr. Spencer Baron sit down with Beth Lambert, author, educator, former healthcare consultant, and Founder and Executive Director of Documenting Hope, to explore a provocative question:Why can two people experience similar environments and stressors—yet one thrives while the other becomes chronically ill?Beth introduces the concept of “Total Load”: the cumulative impact of nutrition, stress, environmental exposures, medications, the microbiome, nervous-system regulation, lifestyle and other factors that may influence an individual's resilience. In the conversation, she describes symptoms as a body's “check engine warning light”—a signal worth understanding rather than automatically ignoring. Pasted textIn this episode, we explore:• Why seemingly unrelated symptoms may deserve a closer look• The connection between the gut microbiome, immune system and resilience• Antibiotics and their potential long-term impact on the microbiome• Environmental toxins, plastics, pesticides and chemical exposures• Stress, nervous-system dysregulation and modern life• The emerging science of the exposome and cumulative environmental exposure• Light, technology, EMFs and the modern home• Why Beth believes health needs to be viewed through a more individualized lens• Her practical 80/20 approach to reducing overwhelm• Three things families can start doing now: reduce unnecessary stress, prioritize whole foods and simplify the home environment Pasted textThis isn't about becoming afraid of everything around you.It's about becoming more aware of what your body may already be telling you.Beth's work focuses particularly on children with chronic health and developmental challenges. Through Documenting Hope, her team studies the cumulative effects of environmental and lifestyle stressors and personalized, systems-based approaches to health. Beth is also the author of A Compromised Generation and co-author of Brain Under Attack. Beth LambertBeth and Documenting Hope are bringing together physicians, researchers, practitioners, innovators and families for the Health & Healing Expo by Documenting Hope, November 21–22, 2026, in Orlando, Florida, with a virtual attendance option.The two-day event explores the connections among the microbiome, nervous system, mitochondria, metabolism, fascia, nutrition, light, neuroscience, regenerative medicine and whole-person health. The Health and Healing Expo

Leaders from all six New England states gathered in Lowell today to talk about whether nuclear power could help meet the region’s growing demand for electricity. The one-day summit focused on newer, advanced nuclear technology, with discussions about safety, waste, and how these smaller reactors could fit into the region’s energy future. The meeting comes as Gov. Maura Healey pushes to repeal a Massachusetts law requiring a statewide vote before a new nuclear plant can be built. Dan is joined by Deb Katz, Executive Director of the Citizens Awareness Network, to discuss the group’s position on nuclear power.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brianna Lambert is an author, speaker, and a staff writer for Gospel-Centered Discipleship, with her work featured in Christianity Today and The Gospel Coalition. Her new book, Created to Play, is a beautiful, soul-stirring guide that invites us to view our hobbies not as guilty pleasures, but as a vital form of worship.Welcome to the Pinkleton Pull-Aside Podcast. On this podcast, let's step aside from our busy lives to have fun, fascinating life-giving conversation with inspiring authors, pastors, sports personalities and other influencers, leaders and followers. Sit back, grab some coffee, or head down the road and let's get the good and the gold from today's guest. Our host is Jeff Pinkleton, Executive Director of the Gathering of the Miami Valley, where their mission is to connect men to men, and men to God. You can reach Jeff at GatheringMV.org or find him on Facebook at The Gathering of the Miami Valley.

Chew on this: Property managers estimated 36% of their clients would switch to self-management if AI made it easier. Owners said 79% would ditch their PM if AI made it easier.Tracy Streich previewed those stats as part of the new AppFolio/NARPM research. Tracy owns Renters Place in Tulsa, serves as NARPM's treasurer, and is president-elect for 2027, so we spent most of the hour on what's changing inside NARPM.01:09 - Welcoming Tracy back to the show02:37 - The state of NARPM07:18 - NARPM National's venue next year08:02 - Working with MCI10:43 - NARPM's financial status14:04 - Is NARPM a non-profit?14:49 - Season 7 Presenting Partner - AppFolio16:00 - What should NARPM do with all this cash?20:50 - Overturning laws and case laws29:07 - Tracy on his management company35:26 - Sponsor - Haven AI36:54 - AI40:26 - Tracy's plans as the incoming NARPM President45:26 - What should NARPM do to grow?53:31 - NARPM's Political Advocacy Work01:01:35 - Closing thoughtsWe get into the move from OMG to MCI after roughly 20 years, the Executive Director search (I'm on the task force), a Home Depot program that paid NARPM just under $300K last quarter, and what NARPM's lobbying actually costs.Then I get on my soapbox. NARPM has millions in the bank, and I think some of it should fund legal fights against unconstitutional local landlord laws. Tracy's reply: send the board a proposal.Connect with TracyRenters PlaceNARPM____Resources for Property Managers & Real Estate Entrepreneurs:- Crane – Private PM Owner Community → Join a private network of property management owners and operators: https://joincrane.co/- Free Weekly Newsletter → Property management insights, strategies, and industry updates direct to your inbox: https://peter.beehiiv.com/subscribe- RL Property Management → Learn more about Peter's company and services in Columbus, Ohio: https://rlpmg.com/__Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. I may have consulting agreements with, or financial interests in, companies mentioned in this podcast (more info here: https://www.peterlohmann.com/financial-interest-disclosure). Additionally, some of the links included may be affiliate links, meaning I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links. Always perform your own due diligence before making any financial or business decisions.

What if there's more to psychedelics than the experience itself? What if they can offer a different lens on consciousness, healing, mental health, and the way we understand ourselves?In this thought-provoking episode #108 of the Self-Care Goddess Podcast, we go Beyond the Taboo with bestselling author, speaker, and psychedelic education advocate Matt Zemon for an honest conversation about what psychedelics can and cannot teach us about the mind, healing, spirituality, and ourselves.Matt Zemon is a scholar-practitioner, author, and educator working at the intersection of psychedelics, mental health, spirituality, and modern consciousness research. He holds a Doctor of Ministry from Pacific School of Religion and an MSc in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health from King's College London.As Executive Director of the Council on Spiritual Practices and the author of six books on psychedelics, religion, and healing, Matt brings together scientific research, ancient wisdom, and lived experience. His work focuses on helping people approach profound spiritual and psychedelic experiences with intention, appropriate risk reduction, and meaningful integration emphasizing that the goal is not simply a peak experience, but how those insights translate into everyday life.In this episode, we explore:✅ How Matt's first psilocybin experience helped him reconnect with his late mother and examine beliefs around safety, love and mortality✅ The emerging research around psychedelics and mental health conditions including PTSD, depression, anxiety and substance-use challenges✅ What psychedelic integration can look like through therapy, coaching, breathwork, meditation, yoga, nutrition, sleep and behavioural change✅ The concept of “big T” trauma versus the everyday experiences, losses, relationships and attachments that can also shape us✅ How psychedelic experiences can challenge our relationship with control, vulnerability, self-love and self-awareness✅ Matt's perspective on reclaiming personal agency and making informed choicesNOTE: This episode #108 is being re-released as part of the Best of Self-Care Goddess Podcasts, a collection of some of the most insightful and impactful conversations from the podcast archive.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: SPEAKER'S STUMP SPEECH is brought to you by https://www.hansenstree.com/ “Billionaires Make Things Better For All of Us!” 15:53 SEGMENT 2: Mark Merritt, Executive Director of the Insurance Watchdog Coalition || TOPIC: The Insurance Watchdog Coalition’s mission is to educate about the harmful impacts of vertically integrated insurance monopolies. More competition in the marketplace means lower healthcare costs || Study Reveals UnitedHealth Group’s Actual Profit Margin Is More Than Four Times Higher than it Claims https://x.com/IWCoalition insurancewatchdogcoalition.com 32:13 SEGMENT 3: Puff Daddy has it pretty good in prison || Are Americans starting to trust the media? https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: SPEAKER'S STUMP SPEECH is brought to you by https://www.hansenstree.com/ “Billionaires Make Things Better For All of Us!” 15:53 SEGMENT 2: Mark Merritt, Executive Director of the Insurance Watchdog Coalition || TOPIC: The Insurance Watchdog Coalition’s mission is to educate about the harmful impacts of vertically integrated insurance monopolies. More competition in the marketplace means lower healthcare costs || Study Reveals UnitedHealth Group’s Actual Profit Margin Is More Than Four Times Higher than it Claims https://x.com/IWCoalition insurancewatchdogcoalition.com 32:13 SEGMENT 3: Puff Daddy has it pretty good in prison || Are Americans starting to trust the media? https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Ann Bernstein, Executive Director of the Centre for Development and Enterprise, about the challenges facing City Power, including ageing infrastructure, financial pressures, electricity losses and a major maintenance backlog, and what needs to change to put the utility on a more sustainable footing. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennifer Burton is the Executive Director of the Northwest ISD Education Foundation, championing teacher support, classroom resources, and community investment to close funding gaps and enrich student learning experiences across the district. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Supporting teachers strengthens students, schools, and entire communities. 2. Community support fills funding gaps and creates better classroom opportunities. 3. Empowering teachers with grants and resources drives innovation and improves student outcomes. Visit the Foundation's website to learn more, get involved, and support programs that directly impact educators and students - Northwest ISD Education Foundation Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Hotworx - The number 1 boutique fitness franchise with 850 plus locations. With recurring membership revenue, a low-labor, high-tech model, and a proven franchise system, entrepreneurs gain a scalable business built for growth. Visit Hotworx.net/franchising to learn more. Waldo - Put idle cash to work through a high-yield treasury account. Visit Waldo.ai and start putting your cash to work like big companies do. Use code EOFire when you sign up and receive a 1 percent deposit match, up to 1,000 dollars. See full terms and conditions at Waldo.ai.

Although they receive less than 1% of climate funding, women-led climate justice grassroots projects are generating cascading benefits, from greater gender and economic equity and less gender violence to improved biodiversity and ecosystems' health. Simultaneously, the centrality to many Indigenous peoples' cultures of traditional relationships to place and to honoring all of life as sacred are a tremendous resource in strengthening efforts to protect and renew biodiversity and water resources.  We invite you to listen to this excerpt of a panel conversation from the Bioneers 2026 Conference, which explores what these two vastly under-resourced constituencies have to offer in the quest to co-create regenerative landscapes and futures. With Dilafruz Khonikboyeva, Executive Director of Home Planet Fund; Osprey Orielle Lake, founder and Executive Director of Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN); and Zainab Salbi, co-founder of Daughters for Earth.

J.R. McGrath, Executive Director of Masters Admissions at the Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business, is back for a special edition of the Clear Admit MBA Admissions Podcast. Tune in for his take on MBA admissions, what he hears from successful alumni, the student experience and more.

In Episode 6, co-host Dr. Lyla June Johnston (Diné/Tsétsêhéstâhese) speakswith Margo Robbins (Yurok), Co-founder and Executive Director of the CulturalFire Management Council, Co-lead of the Indigenous People's Burn Network, andmember of the International Indigenous-led Fire Network. Margo is a mom and agrandma, and lives on the Yurok Reservation in far Northern California, UnitedStates.Margo shares how carefully working with fire can help water return to theland, create healthier habitats for plants and animals, and support the renewalof important species. Together, Lyla and Margo explore cultural burning as arelationship with the land based in care, responsibility, and knowledge passeddown through generations.Don't miss this conversation! Listen to “Reclaiming Fire: Cultural Burningwith Margo Robbins.”

Matt Lee-Ashley has a fascinating background in politics and public land policy. He served as the chief of staff and director of policy and programs for the White House council on environmental quality under the Biden administration, and served as a deputy chief of staff for the Department of the Interior.Ground Shift is a new project - Matt took on the Executive Director role in February of this year - but they are asking some big, fundamental questions about the structure of our public lands system here in the US. I've been fascinated by public land management for many years now. I serve on the board of directors for a non-profit called the Birds of Prey NCA Partnership, which is a friends group associated with the Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area. This National Conservation Area is just south of Boise, ID, where I live, and my involvement with this protected area shapes my perspective on public land management.I've seen the effects first hand of the current administration's efforts to dismantle the Bureau of Land Management, the agency responsible for managing my local National Conservation Area. I've interviewed a number of folks over the past few years about efforts to fight back against this dismantling, and I'm always disappointed by the limitations that these positive initiatives face.This is why I was so excited to speak with Matt. Ground Shift isn't shying away from big ideas. They are leaning into the chaos, and treating it like an opportunity. Their ideas cross partisan lines, and benefit from the growing public understanding that our systems and institutions tasked with managing public lands are fundamentally broken.I encourage folks to check out the Ground Shift website, where you'll find a series of essays written by a diverse array of prominent thinkers focused on public lands. Get full access to Earth to Humans Podcast's Substack at earthtohumanspodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Send us Fan MailDr. Michael Lickers is a well-known Kanien'keha:ka, educator from Six Nations of the Grand River in Canada.  Michael is an Adjunct Professor at Royal Road University in the School of Leadership and serves as the Indigenous Scholar in Residence. Michael is also an Associate faculty in the College of Interdisciplinary Studies and School of Environment and Sustainability. Michael has recently retired after years of service from his role as Specialist in Indigenous and Community Relations. A Founder and past Executive Director of the Ghost River Rediscovery program, Michael has over 30 years of experience in leadership, cultural outdoor education, community development and youth leadership development. Michael holds a Master of Arts in Leadership and Training (MALT) and a Doctor of Social Sciences (DSocSci) from Royal Roads University with a focus on Indigenous Youth Leadership Development. Michael is author of “Urban Aboriginal Leadership: The Delicate Dance Between Two Worlds,” and has published several articles on Indigenous epistemology, Indigenous youth leadership, international youth programs, non-profit management, community development and Indigenous methodology. Michael brings a unique combination of rigorous professionalism, wide program development, including international teaching and work, outdoor education, cultural education and leadership experience, grounded in traditional cultural teachings. Dr. Toby Newstead is a respected leadership scholar and practitioner at the University of Tasmania, located in lutruwita on the lands of the palawa and pakana people. With a background in corporate change, leadership development, and professional communications, she brings practical expertise to her academic, coaching, and consulting work.An internationally recognized researcher, Dr. Newstead specializes in virtues-based leadership development, leadership ethics, and leadership in the volunteer sector. Her research appears in top journals. In 2023, she published a book titled Leadership and Virtues: Understanding and Practicing Good Leadership.Dr. Newstead is an established executive leadership coach and deeply engaged with industry and community. She regularly delivers impactful workshops, keynotes, and facilitation sessions. Dr Newstead's research, teaching, coaching and facilitation has local and international impact, shaping the leaders of today and tomorrow.A Few Quotes From This Episode"I don't know much about your culture and traditions. I don't want to say anything or do anything that offends you. Maybe you can walk with me on this journey.""The clan mothers would have watched you as you grew up... and then they would select you. As they're selecting you, they're also mentoring you, and there's a rite of passage along the way.""If you were selected to be one of those chiefs, you could never abuse that authority... because the clan mothers would remove you from that position as quickly as they put you into it."ResourcesWebsite: Mike Lickers at Royal RhoadesAbout The International Leadership Association (ILA)The ILA was created in 1999 to bring together professionals interested in studying, practicing, and teaching leadership. Attend The Global Conference in Toronto, October 28-31.About  Scott J. AllenWebsiteWeekly Newsletter: Practical Wisdom for LeadersMy Approach to HostingThe views of my guests do not constitute "truth." Nor do they reflect my personal views in some instances. However, they are views to consider, and I hope they help you clarify your perspective. Nothing can replace your reflection, research, and exploration of the topic.♻️ Please share with others and follow/subscribe to the podcast!⭐️ Please leave a review on Apple, Spotify, or your platform of choice.➡️ Follow me on LinkedIn for more on leadership, communication, and tech.

Tonight on America At Night with McGraw Milhaven, security researcher Nikita Mazurov discusses the growing network of Flock surveillance cameras across the United States and efforts to map the locations of these devices, raising questions about privacy, transparency and the scope of automated surveillance. Douglas Fierberg, founder of The Fierberg National Law Group, examines the legal issues surrounding a Wisconsin fraternity hazing case in which fraternity leaders were arrested after pledges were reportedly found injured in a basement. Then, Brian Hinrichs, Executive Director of Friends of Katahdin Woods and Waters, takes us into Maine's Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument for this week's National Park segment, exploring the landscape, history and experiences awaiting visitors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ask a room of dental hygienists how they found the profession, and many give the same answer: their own hygienist brought it up. Live from ADHA26 in Fort Worth, Hygienist Inspired ambassadors Lali Williams and Pamela Graboso-Saul share their paths into dental hygiene and how they spread the word to patients, parents and high school students. Holli Seabury, Delta Dental Foundation Executive Director, explains how the chairside recruitment program has grown to 12 states and why anyone can take the ally pledge. Then ADHA Standout Seven honoree Sarah Jackson of Curaprox closes out the exhibit floor with iTOP (individually trained oral prophylaxis), a hands-on approach that trades the unopened goodie bag for touch-to-teach instruction right in the patient's mouth. Healthier patients start with better teaching.Guests: Lali Williams, RDH, FADHA, Hygienist Inspired Ambassador; Pamela Graboso-Saul, MPH(c), MSDH, BSDH, RDH, FADHA, Hygienist Inspired Ambassador and President, New Jersey Dental Hygienists' Association; Holli Seabury, EdD, Executive Director, Delta Dental Foundation; Sarah Jackson, RDH, MSDH, FADHA, Head of Education and Professional Relations, CuraproxHost: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA

Send a Text to the Moms - please include your contact info if you want a response. thanks!This episode focuses on the Fairweather Lodge model as implemented by Tasks Unlimited in Minnesota, highlighting its success in providing long-term housing, community, and employment for people with serious mental illness. Trevor Johnson, the executive director, and Jim, a resident, explain how the model fosters independence, peer support, and stability, with residents managing their own households and medications. They discuss the program's history, funding, eligibility, and the strong sense of family and community among lodge members. The episode also covers the affordability and cost-effectiveness of the program compared to other options, with impressive statistics on retention and reduced hospitalizations. Resources for learning more about the model and starting similar programs are  provided.Guests:Trevor Johnson, MSW, LICSW, is the Executive Director of Tasks Unlimited and a social service leader with more than 25 years of experience advancing innovative approaches to mental health, substance use, housing, employment, and community-based services. Jim, a long-time resident of a Lodge.Links:https://tasksunlimited.org/https://theccl.org/Lodge Magic Book:https://www.amazon.com/dp/0615114350?lv=shuf&language=he&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallbackThanks for liking, supporting and sharing the podcast! Mindy and her book: https://mindygreiling.com/Randye and her book: https://randyekaye.com/Miriam and her book: https://www.miriam-feldman.com/Support the showPlease share and support the podcast so we can reach more people who need the info and support.Want to know more?Join our facebook page  Our websites:Randye KayeMindy Greiling Miriam (Mimi) Feldman

Driving Michigan's Growth: Innovation, Advocacy and Leadership with Hundreds of Professional Economic DevelopersWhen it comes to building vibrant, resilient, and equitable local economies across the Great Lakes State, the Michigan Economic Developers Association (MEDA) is at the forefront. Through essential advocacy, continuous education, and unparalleled statewide networking, MEDA empowers professionals to navigate complex community developments and turn vision into sustainable local growth. At the helm of this momentum is Executive Director, Meghan Swain. With 25 years of exceptional non-profit and public policy management experience, Meghan's strategic vision and collaborative leadership ensure that Michigan's economic development ecosystem remains a national model for job creation and community investment.

In this bonus episode of Farm+Food+Facts, Dawn Caldwell, Executive Director of Renewable Fuels Nebraska, explains why she's keeping a close eye on the cattle industry — and it comes down to one key byproduct: distillers grains. Caldwell breaks down the strong, symbiotic partnership between ethanol production and cattle feeding, and what shifts in the cattle industry could mean for ethanol's future. Listen now. To stay connected with USFRA, join our newsletter and become involved in our efforts, here. 

Shawn Needham, R.Ph., talks with Andrew Langer about free market healthcare. Andrew Langer is a veteran public policy advocate, regulatory commentator, and media host. He serves as Executive Director of the Coalition Against Socialized Medicine, and is the host of The Lunch Hour Podcast on The Federal Newswire, co-hosts the podcast Andrew and Jerry Save The World, and frequently serves as a talk radio host. Andrew Langer X | https://x.com/Andrew_Langer LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-langer-2265b81/ Moses Lake Professional Pharmacy Website | http://mlrx.com.com/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/MosesLakeProfessionalPharmacy/ Shawn Needham X| https://x.com/ShawnNeedham2 Shawn's Book | http://mybook.to/Sickened_The_Book Additional Links https://linktr.ee/mlrx

Are married couples allowed to serve on a board together? Join us this week as Stacey and Andy dissect this one! Also this week, we talk about how to deal with an employee who needs extra supervision, whether or not salary information is really confidential in a nonprofit, and what to do about an Executive Director who refuses to follow policies clearly written in the employee manual! It's a jam-packed episode thanks to your questions -- you know, the ones you send to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com? Yeah, those! (btw, we found more stickers, so include a mailing address!)

Building a stronger Defense Industrial Base is about more than adopting new technologies or changing acquisition policy. The processes organizations use to measure performance, manage risk, and continually improve their capabilities can play an important role in building a more productive, resilient, and innovative Defense Industrial Base.In this episode of Emerging Tech Horizons, host Dr. Arun Seraphin, Executive Director of NDIA's Emerging Technologies Institute, speaks with Ron Lear, Vice President of CMMI Global Strategies at the CMMI Institute, about how CMMI (Capability Maturity Model Integration) can help organizations improve performance across software, hardware, workforce development, supply chain management, security, safety, data management, and more.They discuss:What CMMI is and how it has evolved beyond its origins in softwareHow CMMI differs from and complements CMMCUsing performance-based approaches to improve organizational capabilityHow CMMI can help companies entering or expanding within the defense industrial baseThe role of maturity levels, organizational processes, and continuous improvementHow CMMI can work alongside Agile, Lean Six Sigma, and other methodologiesHow government organizations and defense organizations can use CMMI to improve their own processesApplying CMMI across the defense industrial base and throughout the governmentHow organizations can reduce the burden of managing multiple audits, standards, and compliance requirementsThe growing impact of AI on organizational processes and performanceCMMI's AI maturity initiative and the importance of intentional AI adoption and governanceHow AI can amplify both organizational strengths and existing dysfunctionsWhat CMMI could contribute to building a more productive defense industrial baseLearn more about the CMMI Institute, including resources, case studies, and its AI maturity initiative: https://cmmiinstitute.comFor organizations interested in learning more about CMMI and how to get started, the CMMI Institute also works with a global network of partners providing training, consulting, and appraisal services.Learn more about the Emerging Technologies Institute:https://www.ndiaeti.orgFollow ETI:LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4htROo8Twitter: https://bit.ly/48LHAx3Facebook: https://bit.ly/47vlht8#CMMI #DefenseIndustrialBase #EmergingTech #EmergingTechnology

Genein grew up with the adversity of a stutter, but the challenge to solidify her voice pushed her to find other mediums to express herself. She found music and the arts. She found resilience and the beauty of building brain skills. She didn't know it at the time, but all of these experiences would fuel her future work.Genein went on to get her Masters in Education. Today, she is an author, global speaker, Executive Director at the Arizona Brain Capital Alliance, and podcast host of the Create and Grow Your Brain Capital Podcast. She's on a mission to promote the message of brain health and brain capitol development for the entire lifespan. (She was a speaker at the 2026 Weave & Cleave conference, too!) Genein is a wealth of knowledge, and this episode is filled with information to help you protect your greatest resource: your mind. This episode covers intriguing topics such as social justice and brain health, creativity's role in breath health, and ways to build brain skills from infancy well into maturity. You don't want to miss this one!To learn more about Genein's nonprofit: https://www.brainolicious.org/Resources To Grow Your Intercultural Creativity: https://caffestrategies.com/store/To connect with Genein: https://caffestrategies.com/speakers/

Throughout our final two hours, we were joined in studio by Mark Uyl, who is the Executive Director of the Michigan High School Athletic Association. During that time, Mark and Huge talked about how NIL is going in Michigan High Schools, talked about Fall sports, talked about some trending stories surrounding Michigan High Schools, talked about the Detroit Tigers, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Throughout our final two hours, we were joined in studio by Mark Uyl, who is the Executive Director of the Michigan High School Athletic Association. During that time, Mark and Huge talked about how NIL is going in Michigan High Schools, talked about Fall sports, talked about some trending stories surrounding Michigan High Schools, talked about the Detroit Tigers, and much more. In our second hour, we were also joined by former Major Leaguer John Vander Wal. He and Huge talked about the end of the season for the Tigers, gave their thoughts on Scott Harris's press conference yesterday, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Throughout our first hour, we were joined in studio by David Gregory, who is a Lawyer and NFLPA Certified Sports Agent for Bullrush Sports. During that time, he and Huge talked about the Senate passing the "Protect College Sports Act" yesterday, told us what it means for College Athletics, talked about what happens next in the process, and much more. Throughout our final two hours, we were joined in studio by Mark Uyl, who is the Executive Director of the Michigan High School Athletic Association. During that time, Mark and Huge talked about how NIL is going in Michigan High Schools, talked about Fall sports, talked about some trending stories surrounding Michigan High Schools, talked about the Detroit Tigers, and much more. In our second hour, we were also joined by former Major Leaguer John Vander Wal. He and Huge talked about the end of the season for the Tigers, gave their thoughts on Scott Harris's press conference yesterday, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For Ivory Mathews, affordable housing has always been personal. Growing up housing insecure in rural South Carolina shaped not only her career, but the kind of leader she chose to become. In this episode, Beth Baar talks with Ivory about lessons collected through more than three decades in affordable housing and leading housing authorities across the country: choosing courage over comfort, listening deeply before acting, telling the truth to build trust, turning losses into learning opportunities and remembering that leadership is never about being the smartest person in the room. Ivory also shares why the little girl she once was still walks into every boardroom with her, and why women should stop waiting until they feel perfectly ready to take their seat at the table. Since this conversation was recorded, it was announced that Ivory has been named the next Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh, beginning October 1. Congratulations to Ivory on this exciting next chapter!

Kevin Stoller sits down with Dr. George Hummer, Superintendent of Frederick County Public Schools, to explore his journey from special education aide to school district leader, and the district's ongoing effort to build its fourth high school. Dr. Hummer shares how his mother's career as a special education teacher and his own experience working with students with disabilities shaped his empathy-driven leadership style. The conversation dives deep into the mechanics of planning new school construction — including the critical difference between "design capacity" and "program capacity," how Frederick County builds community trust through transparent data, and why involving every stakeholder voice (parents, teachers, students, county officials) is essential to a successful bond and building process. Dr. Hummer also reflects on team-building, situational leadership drawn from his coaching background, and why investing in students must remain the non-negotiable priority behind every facilities decision. Takeaways: Program capacity vs. design capacity — A room's legal occupancy limit isn't the same as how many students it can actually serve well; specialized programs (special ed, ELL, CTE, kindergarten) mean real capacity is often much lower than code allows. Run schools at 85–90% capacity, not 100% — Like redlining a car engine, operating school buildings at full capacity year-round accelerates wear and leaves no room for enrollment shifts or new programs. There's no such thing as too many voices — Successful school construction requires input from county officials, principals, teachers, parents, and even students — genuine inclusion builds long-term community trust. Seek out your critics, not just your supporters — Dr. Hummer's willingness to sit down with a skeptical taxpayer and address misinformation directly turned an opponent into an advocate for the new high school. Situational leadership matters — Knowing when to encourage versus when to push for improvement (borrowed from his coaching background) is key to building strong, resilient teams.   About Dr. George Hummer: Dr. George C. Hummer began serving as Frederick County's Superintendent of Schools on January 30, 2023. He is a native of New Jersey who moved to Virginia in 1994. He graduated from Chancellor High School in Fredericksburg and received a bachelor of arts degree from Radford University in 2005. Dr. Hummer also holds a master's degree in educational leadership and special education from the University of Mary Washington as well as a doctorate in educational leadership from Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Hummer credits his mother, who was a lifelong special education teacher, with inspiring him to pursue a career in education. He began his career as a special education teacher, athletic director, and football and basketball coach at Battlefield Middle School in Fredericksburg. After serving in those roles from 2005 to 2012, Dr. Hummer was named assistant principal at Rodney Thompson Middle School in Stafford and served in that capacity for three years. In 2015, Dr. Hummer was named the Supervisor of Student Services and Special Education for Stafford County Public Schools. Four years later, he became Stafford County Public Schools' Executive Director of Student Services and Special Education. In 2022, he was named that school division's Chief Student Support Services Officer. As a teacher, Dr. Hummer was recognized with a Teacher of the Year Award and for improving the performance of his students. As a central office administrator, Dr. Hummer has spent countless hours supporting students, families and staff while working to develop better procedures to help bridge the achievement gap for all students. In 2021, the Virginia Council of Administrators of Special Education recognized Dr. Hummer with the Mary Lou Wall Award for Early Special Education Leadership. The award recognizes individuals who are in their first three years of leading a school division's special education services and exemplify five values: (1) Heart- the passion to serve, nurture and care; (2) Leadership by example; (3) Honesty; (4) Creative thinking; and (5) Collaboration. From 2018 to 2023, Dr. Hummer served as an adjunct professor of educational leadership and education at the University of Mary Washington. He has also been a featured speaker at several state meetings for the Virginia Department of Education. Dr. Hummer is proud to remain actively engaged in the Frederick County and Northern Shenandoah Valley communities. He currently serves on the boards of the Valley Health Foundation, United Way of Northern Shenandoah Valley, Grafton School Foundation, and Frederick County Education Foundation. He is also an active member of the Rotary Club of Frederick County. Through these meaningful partnerships, Dr. Hummer enthusiastically supportsefforts that strengthen our students, education, health, opportunity, and overall community well-being throughout the region. Dr. Hummer, his wife, Charnell, and his step-daughter, Madison, live in Frederick County.   Episode 354 of the Better Learning Podcast For more information on our partners: Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) - https://www.a4le.org/ Education Leaders' Organization - https://www.ed-leaders.org/ Second Class Foundation - https://secondclassfoundation.org/ EDmarket - https://www.edmarket.org/ Catapult @ Penn GSE - https://catapult.gse.upenn.edu/ Want to be a Guest Speaker? Request on our website

We speak with Michael Gamon, composer of The Velveteen Rabbit and Creative & Fine Arts Chair at Harrisburg Academy; Ava Rooney, Harrisburg Academy student and performer in the title role; and Tami Swartz, Artistic & Executive Director of Harrisburg Opera Association and production manager for the opera. Together, they discuss the creative journey of adapting a cherished story for the stage, the importance of children's opera, and the unique educational opportunities created through Harrisburg Opera Association's collaboration with Harrisburg Academy and Silver Academy. Hear how young performers work alongside professional artists, develop valuable skills, and help bring this heartwarming new work to life ahead of its world premiere performances on October 23 and 25, 2026.We also re-air a conversation with Food writer, librarian and research historian Becky Libourel Diamond joins The Spark to discuss her new book, City Tavern: The Founding Table—Colonial Dining, Revolutionary History, and the Restaurant at the Center of It All. The book explores Philadelphia's iconic City Tavern and its role as a gathering place during the American Revolution, where Continental Congress delegates and other influential figures met, shared ideas and conducted business over food and drink.

Ric Devine, Executive Director of The Rock at Noonday, and Larissa Lusko, Director of Community Engagement, join us on ABQ Connect to share how this Albuquerque ministry is bringing hope to individuals and families facing difficult circumstances. From serving daily meals to connecting people with resources that promote stability and restoration, The Rock’s impact reaches far beyond food assistance. They’ll also discuss current needs, opportunities for community involvement, and an exciting vision for a new mobile resource van that will expand outreach to those who need help most. Learn how you, your church, business, or community group can make a difference at TheRockABQ.com. The post Ric Devine and Larissa Lusko appeared first on ABQ Connect.

This event was part of the IfG's programme of events at the Labour Party Conference 2026. Speakers: Paul Waugh MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Early Education) Lynn Perry MBE, Chief Executive Officer at Barnardo's Sarah Ronan, Executive Director at the Early Education and Childcare Coalition Matt Towner, Director of Programmes at Impact on Urban Health Alistair Strathern MP, Co-Founder and Co-Chair of the Labour Group for Men and Boys This event was chaired by Nehal Davison, former Programme Director at the Institute for Government. This event was in partnership with Barnardo's and Impact on Urban Health.

9.29.26 - Jason Stahl - Founder and Executive Director of the College Football Players Association – Senate passes the “Protect College Sports Act” – What's in it, and will it become law? by

What if employee disengagement, turnover and resistance to change aren't primarily people problems, but predictable responses to the systems employees work within?In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, Bill Banham is joined by Dustin Snyder, creator of the Strategic Workforce Insight Mapping methodology (SWIM), Executive Director at The SWIM Institute, Principal at Wayforward, and author of the 2026 book Sink or SWIM: The Human Systems Theory Approach to Business Performance.Dustin challenges a familiar response to workforce problems: run another engagement survey, introduce more training, launch a culture programme or rewrite a policy. While these interventions can have value, Dustin argues that organisations frequently focus on visible symptoms without identifying the conditions producing them.The conversation explores a simple but potentially uncomfortable idea for business and HR leaders: when the same behaviours appear across teams or an organisation, the problem may not be individual attitudes or character. Employees may be responding rationally to the environment, incentives, structures and experiences surrounding them.Bill and Dustin discuss how human systems theory can help leaders think differently about employee engagement, retention, organisational culture and business performance. Dustin explains where employee engagement surveys can help, where they can fall short, and why workforce data doesn't always reveal the root causes behind the behaviours leaders are trying to change.They also explore the challenge of accessing genuine frontline insight. As organisations grow, hierarchy, job titles and fear can filter information before it reaches senior decision-makers. Understanding what employees actually experience can therefore be very different from relying solely on the information that eventually reaches the executive team.A central theme of the conversation is Dustin's call to "stop managing behavior and start designing systems that drive it." Rather than continually asking employees and managers to behave differently, leaders can examine the organisational conditions that encourage, discourage or reinforce particular behaviours.Dustin also shares why he wrote Sink or SWIM, his work through The SWIM Institute to equip the HR community with system-level approaches to workforce challenges, and his involvement as Headline Partner for DisruptHR Buffalo on October 7.Topics covered include:• Why employee behaviour can be a predictable response to organisational conditions• Human systems theory and its application to workplace performance• Employee engagement surveys and the difference between symptoms and root causes• Strategic Workforce Insight Mapping (SWIM) and identifying upstream workforce conditions• Employee engagement, retention and organisational culture• Why hierarchy can prevent senior leaders from hearing frontline realities• Leadership blind spots and filtered employee feedback• Moving from managing individual behaviour to designing better organisational systems• The responsibilities senior leaders have for the conditions influencing workforce behaviour• Dustin's book, Sink or SWIM: The Human Systems Theory Approach to Business Performance• The SWIM Institute and its work with the HR community• Dustin Snyder and The SWIM Institute's involvement with DisruptHR BuffaloIf you're an HR leader, People professional or business leader looking for different ways to approach employee engagement, retention, culture, change management and workforce performance, this conversation offers a system-level perspective on some of HR's most persistent challenges.Connect with Dustin: linkedin.com/in/snyderdustinSupport the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.Follow us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletterCheck out our in-person events

The first of two episodes recorded live at Ecommerce Expo in partnership with Exactly.com, who provide payment solutions for businesses with big plans. We bring together a number of the speakers and attendees from the event to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of e-commerce. Russell Goldsmith speaks with: 1/ Michael Doherty, Payment Expert, Exactly.com 2/ Viva Avasthi, Managing Director and Executive Director, Homescapes 3/ Kevin Adam, Head of Growth, Drool 4/ Chloe Thomas, Podcast host, E-Commerce MasterPlan 5/ Caleb Slater, Managing Director, Cards2Cash Together they look at the rapid rise of AI, changing payment preferences, customer experience, international growth, and the importance of maintaining a human connection in an increasingly automated world. From open banking and buy now, pay later regulation to paid media strategy, emerging technologies and entrepreneurial lessons, this episode offers practical insights for business leaders navigating today's fast-evolving digital landscape. Topics covered include: How AI is transforming e-commerce and payments Why the human touch still matters Growth strategies for scaling online businesses Cross-border expansion opportunities Open banking, digital wallets and payment innovation Building brand value without relying on discounts Lessons from founders, marketers and industry leaders

Dr. Jonathan Schanzer, Executive Director of Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, joined us on the Guy Benson Show today for a discussion on the Iranian regime. Schanzer and Benson went over a big headline in the Wall Street Journal, and reports online detailing Iran as being in a weakened position. Later, they explore the possibility of an uprising in Iran, discuss the successful U.S. Navy blockade of the country, the Israeli Palestinian conflict, and more. Listen to the full interview with Dr. Schanzer and Benson below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Leah Plunkett is a lawyer – author of SHARENTHOOD and faculty at Harvard Law School functioning as the Associate Dean of Learning Experience and Innovation and Executive Director of Harvard Law School Online Episode Guide Rejecting mediocrity and chasing holiness (0:51) The digital dossier adults create for children & why parents aren’t posting their kids on social media & t (21:36) Let them play: Why kids need freedom from constant surveillance and why play is important (42:39) Resources mentioned: John Paul II’s speech in 1999 https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/messages/pont_messages/1999/documents/hf_jp-ii_mes_19990807_youth-compostela.html Leah Plunkett https://www.leahplunkett.com/ Book: Sharenthood https://www.sharenting.com/sharenthood

Viriginia plays a critical role for abortion access in the South. In fact, Virginia is the only southern state that did not enact a post-Dobbs abortion ban, leaving it the only southern state without a full abortion ban or extremely restrictive ban on the books. April Greene, Executive Director at the Blue Ridge Abortion Fund, talks to us about Virginia's important role in continuing to provide care for the southern region and help ensure reproductive freedom nationwide. In 2024, more than any other state, Virginia saw the largest increase in out-of-state abortion seekers. Patients are coming from all over, but the largest number of abortion seekers come from Georgia, North Carolina, and Florida. As patients are traveling to access care, they encounter practical barriers, including transportation, lodging, childcare, food, and time away from work. These barriers can impact if and when someone accesses an abortion. The post-Dobbs landscape makes access more complicated for patients and abortion funds who support them. Before Dobbs, Blue Ridge Abortion Fund's funding budget ranged from $9,000 - $14,000 a week. After Dobbs, the budget increased to $20,000 a week to account for new needs.Virginia voters have the opportunity in November to vote on a ballot initiative that would enshrine reproductive freedom in the state's constitution, protecting abortion and other reproductive healthcare into the Virginia constitution. Links:Blue Ridge Abortion FundSupport the Blue Ridge Abortion Fund Blue Ridge Abortion Fund on Instagram Blue Ridge Abortion Fund on Facebook The Right to Reproductive Freedom Amendment For more information, check out Relationscapes: https://www.relationscapes.org/Support the showFollow Us on Social: Twitter: @rePROsFightBack Instagram: @reprosfbFacebook: rePROs Fight Back Bluesky: @reprosfightback.bsky.socialBuy rePROs Merch: Bonfire store Email us: jennie@reprosfightback.comRate and Review on Apple PodcastThanks for listening & keep fighting back!

Episode Summary In this episode of the Solar Maverick Podcast, Benoy Thanjan speaks with Sachu Constantine, Executive Director of Vote Solar, about why state-level policy is becoming increasingly important to the future of solar. They discuss major industry challenges including interconnection delays, permitting, policy uncertainty, and rising electricity demand from AI, data centers, EVs, and electrification. Sachu also explains how solar plus storage can improve grid reliability and how emerging solutions such as plug-in or balcony solar could expand access to renters and apartment residents. Despite political and regulatory headwinds, Sachu remains optimistic about solar's future because of falling costs, improving technology, growing consumer demand, and the need for faster deployment of new electricity generation. Biographies Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy, a solar development and consulting firm, and the host of the Solar Maverick Podcast. He also serves as a strategic advisor to multiple cleantech startups. Over his career, Benoy has developed more than 100 MWs of solar projects across the United States, advised on more than 1 GW of energy projects worldwide, helped launch some of the first residential solar tax equity funds at Tesla, and brokered approximately $50 million in renewable energy credit transactions. Before founding Reneu Energy, Benoy worked in Tesla's Project Finance Group as an environmental commodities trader, where he managed one of the company's largest environmental commodities portfolios. He originated renewable energy credit transactions and worked with senior leadership to develop monetization and hedging strategies supporting the company's expansion into East Coast markets. Benoy also served as Vice President at Vanguard Energy Partners, a solar and energy storage construction company, where he developed project finance solutions for commercial-scale solar portfolios. At Ridgewood Renewable Power, a private equity fund with approximately 125 MW of U.S. renewable energy assets, he evaluated investment opportunities, supported portfolio strategy, and played a key role in the sale of the firm's renewable energy portfolio. Earlier in his career, Benoy worked in Energy Structured Finance at Deloitte & Touche and in Financial Advisory Services at Ernst & Young. He also completed an internship on the trading floor at D. E. Shaw & Co., a global investment and technology development firm. Benoy holds an MBA in Finance from Rutgers University and a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics from the NYU Stern School of Business, where he was an Alumni Scholar. Sachu Constantine Sachu Constantine is the Executive Director of Vote Solar, where he leads the organization's strategy and advocacy to expand access to affordable, equitable clean energy. He previously served as Vote Solar's Regulatory Managing Director from 2017 to 2022 and as Interim Executive Director in 2021. Before joining Vote Solar, Sachu spent five years as Director of Policy at the Center for Sustainable Energy, overseeing its policy, regulatory, and legislative work. His career also includes senior roles at SunPower Corporation, the California Public Utilities Commission, and the Alliance to Save Energy. Sachu's experience spans domestic and international energy and environmental work, including service as a Peace Corps volunteer in Ghana. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs from the University of Colorado Boulder and a Master's Degree in Public Policy from the University of California, Berkeley. Stay Connected: Benoy Thanjan Email: info@reneuenergy.com LinkedIn: Benoy Thanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com Website: https://www.solarmaverickpodcast.com/ Sachu Constantine Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sachu-constantine-05a4176/ Biography: https://votesolar.org/team/sachu-constantine/ Vote Solar: https://votesolar.org/ Subscribe to Vote Solar's newsletter through its website for policy updates, resources, and stories from communities advancing clean energy. Sponsor: DCE Solar This episode of the Solar Maverick Podcast is brought to you by DCE Solar. Since 2009, DCE has built a unique model in the solar industry by bringing design, racking, and construction together under one roof. DCE Design provides full-scope electrical design across multiple project types. DCE Solar manufactures fixed-tilt, tracker, carport, and rooftop racking systems for commercial and utility-scale projects. DCE Services handles installation. DCE Services was named the number-one commercial ground-mount installer by Solar Power World in 2025 and the number-one commercial rooftop installer in 2026. This gives customers one company and one point of accountability, from utility-scale projects with IPPs and developers to turnkey commercial and industrial projects. Learn more about DCE and its company story in SMP 288: Why Solar Racking Can Make or Break a Project, featuring DCE Founder and CEO Bill Taylor: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/smp-288-why-solar-racking-can-make-or-break-a-project/id1441876259?i=1000774004477 You can also meet the DCE team at RE+ Las Vegas or visit: https://dcesolar.com/ Thank you to DCE for supporting the Solar Maverick Podcast. Reneu Energy Reneu Energy provides expert consulting across solar and storage project development, financing, energy strategy, and environmental commodities. The team helps clients originate, structure, and execute opportunities across community solar, commercial and industrial, utility-scale, and Renewable Energy Credit markets. To learn more, visit: https://www.reneuenergy.com/ You can also email the team at info@reneuenergy.com. Listen and Subscribe Subscribe to the Solar Maverick Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast platform. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and review. It helps more people discover conversations with the leaders shaping the future of solar, storage, and the energy transition.  

Are screen bans solving the right problem, or just creating new ones? Host Mike Palmer welcomes Dr. Janice Jackson, Executive Director of the Education & Society Program at the Aspen Institute and former CEO of Chicago Public Schools, for a conversation that trades hyperbole for nuance. Janice traces her path from CPS history teacher and debate coach to superintendent, then to founder of Hope Chicago, and now to Aspen. There she helps lead the new Rising Generations Strategy Group, a cross-sector, cross-partisan, intergenerational effort that puts young people at the center of the conversation, not just on the input list. Janice draws a clear line between phones in classrooms (ban them) and technology that augments learning (hold it accountable). She makes the equity case against blanket bans, calls for digital literacy over prohibition, and pushes the edtech industry to prove efficacy. The two dig into several threads: > Aspen's first convening, where students opened with four provocations. > An "AI Futures" exercise weighing risk and opportunity. > Declining trust in institutions. > The role of state policy, like Illinois' new AI legislation. > A powerful lesson from Hope Chicago: getting help isn't cheating, it's what advantaged students have always done. If technology can level that playing field, we should embrace it.