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Women proving rape is questionable in court today but what of a 13year old in Vicenza Italy back in 1757.  Christine Balint hasanother wonderful historical fiction written from a well researched fact in a ‘A Single Witness'.  Once again we journey to the highlands of Scotland where an unidentified murder victim and a ten-year old missing persons case converge against a backdrop of ancient myth and folklore in Laura McCluskey's, ‘The Cursed Road'. 

In this unique “history from below,” Destination Elsewhere: Displaced Persons and Their Quest to Leave Postwar Europe (Cornell University Press, 2021) chronicles encounters between displaced persons in Europe and the Allied agencies who were tasked with caring for them after the Second World War. The struggle to define who was a displaced person and who was not was a subject of intense debate and deliberation among humanitarians, international law experts, immigration planners, and governments. What has not adequately been recognized is that displaced persons also actively participated in this emerging refugee conversation. Displaced persons endured war, displacement, and resettlement, but these experiences were not defined by passivity and speechlessness. Instead, they spoke back, creating a dialogue that in turn helped shape the modern idea of the refugee. As Ruth Balint shows, what made a good or convincing story at the time tells us much about the circulation of ideas about the war, the Holocaust, and the Jews. Those stories depict the emerging moral and legal distinction between economic migrants and political refugees. They tell us about the experiences of women and children in the face of new psychological and political interventions into the family. Stories from displaced persons also tell us something about the enduring myth of the new world for people who longed to leave the old. Balint focuses on those persons whose storytelling skills became a major strategy for survival and escape out of the displaced persons' camps and out of the Europe. Their stories are brought to life in Destination Elsewhere, alongside a new history of immigration, statelessness, and the institution of the postwar family. Ruth Balint is Professor of History at the University of New South Wales. She is the author of When Migrants Fail to Stay (Bloomsbury, 2023), Smuggled: An Illegal History of Migration (NewSouth, 2021), and Troubled Waters: Borders, Boundaries and Possession in the Timor Sea (Allen & Unwin, 2008). Geraldine Gudefin is a modern Jewish historian researching Jewish migrations, family life, and legal pluralism. She is currently a Visiting Scholar at the Centre for Asian Legal Studies at the National University of Singapore, and is completing a book titled An Impossible Divorce? East European Jews and the Limits of Legal Pluralism in France, 1900-1939. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this unique “history from below,” Destination Elsewhere: Displaced Persons and Their Quest to Leave Postwar Europe (Cornell University Press, 2021) chronicles encounters between displaced persons in Europe and the Allied agencies who were tasked with caring for them after the Second World War. The struggle to define who was a displaced person and who was not was a subject of intense debate and deliberation among humanitarians, international law experts, immigration planners, and governments. What has not adequately been recognized is that displaced persons also actively participated in this emerging refugee conversation. Displaced persons endured war, displacement, and resettlement, but these experiences were not defined by passivity and speechlessness. Instead, they spoke back, creating a dialogue that in turn helped shape the modern idea of the refugee. As Ruth Balint shows, what made a good or convincing story at the time tells us much about the circulation of ideas about the war, the Holocaust, and the Jews. Those stories depict the emerging moral and legal distinction between economic migrants and political refugees. They tell us about the experiences of women and children in the face of new psychological and political interventions into the family. Stories from displaced persons also tell us something about the enduring myth of the new world for people who longed to leave the old. Balint focuses on those persons whose storytelling skills became a major strategy for survival and escape out of the displaced persons' camps and out of the Europe. Their stories are brought to life in Destination Elsewhere, alongside a new history of immigration, statelessness, and the institution of the postwar family. Ruth Balint is Professor of History at the University of New South Wales. She is the author of When Migrants Fail to Stay (Bloomsbury, 2023), Smuggled: An Illegal History of Migration (NewSouth, 2021), and Troubled Waters: Borders, Boundaries and Possession in the Timor Sea (Allen & Unwin, 2008). Geraldine Gudefin is a modern Jewish historian researching Jewish migrations, family life, and legal pluralism. She is currently a Visiting Scholar at the Centre for Asian Legal Studies at the National University of Singapore, and is completing a book titled An Impossible Divorce? East European Jews and the Limits of Legal Pluralism in France, 1900-1939. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

In this unique “history from below,” Destination Elsewhere: Displaced Persons and Their Quest to Leave Postwar Europe (Cornell University Press, 2021) chronicles encounters between displaced persons in Europe and the Allied agencies who were tasked with caring for them after the Second World War. The struggle to define who was a displaced person and who was not was a subject of intense debate and deliberation among humanitarians, international law experts, immigration planners, and governments. What has not adequately been recognized is that displaced persons also actively participated in this emerging refugee conversation. Displaced persons endured war, displacement, and resettlement, but these experiences were not defined by passivity and speechlessness. Instead, they spoke back, creating a dialogue that in turn helped shape the modern idea of the refugee. As Ruth Balint shows, what made a good or convincing story at the time tells us much about the circulation of ideas about the war, the Holocaust, and the Jews. Those stories depict the emerging moral and legal distinction between economic migrants and political refugees. They tell us about the experiences of women and children in the face of new psychological and political interventions into the family. Stories from displaced persons also tell us something about the enduring myth of the new world for people who longed to leave the old. Balint focuses on those persons whose storytelling skills became a major strategy for survival and escape out of the displaced persons' camps and out of the Europe. Their stories are brought to life in Destination Elsewhere, alongside a new history of immigration, statelessness, and the institution of the postwar family. Ruth Balint is Professor of History at the University of New South Wales. She is the author of When Migrants Fail to Stay (Bloomsbury, 2023), Smuggled: An Illegal History of Migration (NewSouth, 2021), and Troubled Waters: Borders, Boundaries and Possession in the Timor Sea (Allen & Unwin, 2008). Geraldine Gudefin is a modern Jewish historian researching Jewish migrations, family life, and legal pluralism. She is currently a Visiting Scholar at the Centre for Asian Legal Studies at the National University of Singapore, and is completing a book titled An Impossible Divorce? East European Jews and the Limits of Legal Pluralism in France, 1900-1939. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/military-history

In this unique “history from below,” Destination Elsewhere: Displaced Persons and Their Quest to Leave Postwar Europe (Cornell University Press, 2021) chronicles encounters between displaced persons in Europe and the Allied agencies who were tasked with caring for them after the Second World War. The struggle to define who was a displaced person and who was not was a subject of intense debate and deliberation among humanitarians, international law experts, immigration planners, and governments. What has not adequately been recognized is that displaced persons also actively participated in this emerging refugee conversation. Displaced persons endured war, displacement, and resettlement, but these experiences were not defined by passivity and speechlessness. Instead, they spoke back, creating a dialogue that in turn helped shape the modern idea of the refugee. As Ruth Balint shows, what made a good or convincing story at the time tells us much about the circulation of ideas about the war, the Holocaust, and the Jews. Those stories depict the emerging moral and legal distinction between economic migrants and political refugees. They tell us about the experiences of women and children in the face of new psychological and political interventions into the family. Stories from displaced persons also tell us something about the enduring myth of the new world for people who longed to leave the old. Balint focuses on those persons whose storytelling skills became a major strategy for survival and escape out of the displaced persons' camps and out of the Europe. Their stories are brought to life in Destination Elsewhere, alongside a new history of immigration, statelessness, and the institution of the postwar family. Ruth Balint is Professor of History at the University of New South Wales. She is the author of When Migrants Fail to Stay (Bloomsbury, 2023), Smuggled: An Illegal History of Migration (NewSouth, 2021), and Troubled Waters: Borders, Boundaries and Possession in the Timor Sea (Allen & Unwin, 2008). Geraldine Gudefin is a modern Jewish historian researching Jewish migrations, family life, and legal pluralism. She is currently a Visiting Scholar at the Centre for Asian Legal Studies at the National University of Singapore, and is completing a book titled An Impossible Divorce? East European Jews and the Limits of Legal Pluralism in France, 1900-1939. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies

In this unique “history from below,” Destination Elsewhere: Displaced Persons and Their Quest to Leave Postwar Europe (Cornell University Press, 2021) chronicles encounters between displaced persons in Europe and the Allied agencies who were tasked with caring for them after the Second World War. The struggle to define who was a displaced person and who was not was a subject of intense debate and deliberation among humanitarians, international law experts, immigration planners, and governments. What has not adequately been recognized is that displaced persons also actively participated in this emerging refugee conversation. Displaced persons endured war, displacement, and resettlement, but these experiences were not defined by passivity and speechlessness. Instead, they spoke back, creating a dialogue that in turn helped shape the modern idea of the refugee. As Ruth Balint shows, what made a good or convincing story at the time tells us much about the circulation of ideas about the war, the Holocaust, and the Jews. Those stories depict the emerging moral and legal distinction between economic migrants and political refugees. They tell us about the experiences of women and children in the face of new psychological and political interventions into the family. Stories from displaced persons also tell us something about the enduring myth of the new world for people who longed to leave the old. Balint focuses on those persons whose storytelling skills became a major strategy for survival and escape out of the displaced persons' camps and out of the Europe. Their stories are brought to life in Destination Elsewhere, alongside a new history of immigration, statelessness, and the institution of the postwar family. Ruth Balint is Professor of History at the University of New South Wales. She is the author of When Migrants Fail to Stay (Bloomsbury, 2023), Smuggled: An Illegal History of Migration (NewSouth, 2021), and Troubled Waters: Borders, Boundaries and Possession in the Timor Sea (Allen & Unwin, 2008). Geraldine Gudefin is a modern Jewish historian researching Jewish migrations, family life, and legal pluralism. She is currently a Visiting Scholar at the Centre for Asian Legal Studies at the National University of Singapore, and is completing a book titled An Impossible Divorce? East European Jews and the Limits of Legal Pluralism in France, 1900-1939. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/european-studies

In this unique “history from below,” Destination Elsewhere: Displaced Persons and Their Quest to Leave Postwar Europe (Cornell University Press, 2021) chronicles encounters between displaced persons in Europe and the Allied agencies who were tasked with caring for them after the Second World War. The struggle to define who was a displaced person and who was not was a subject of intense debate and deliberation among humanitarians, international law experts, immigration planners, and governments. What has not adequately been recognized is that displaced persons also actively participated in this emerging refugee conversation. Displaced persons endured war, displacement, and resettlement, but these experiences were not defined by passivity and speechlessness. Instead, they spoke back, creating a dialogue that in turn helped shape the modern idea of the refugee. As Ruth Balint shows, what made a good or convincing story at the time tells us much about the circulation of ideas about the war, the Holocaust, and the Jews. Those stories depict the emerging moral and legal distinction between economic migrants and political refugees. They tell us about the experiences of women and children in the face of new psychological and political interventions into the family. Stories from displaced persons also tell us something about the enduring myth of the new world for people who longed to leave the old. Balint focuses on those persons whose storytelling skills became a major strategy for survival and escape out of the displaced persons' camps and out of the Europe. Their stories are brought to life in Destination Elsewhere, alongside a new history of immigration, statelessness, and the institution of the postwar family. Ruth Balint is Professor of History at the University of New South Wales. She is the author of When Migrants Fail to Stay (Bloomsbury, 2023), Smuggled: An Illegal History of Migration (NewSouth, 2021), and Troubled Waters: Borders, Boundaries and Possession in the Timor Sea (Allen & Unwin, 2008). Geraldine Gudefin is a modern Jewish historian researching Jewish migrations, family life, and legal pluralism. She is currently a Visiting Scholar at the Centre for Asian Legal Studies at the National University of Singapore, and is completing a book titled An Impossible Divorce? East European Jews and the Limits of Legal Pluralism in France, 1900-1939. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/eastern-european-studies

In this unique “history from below," Destination Elsewhere: Displaced Persons and Their Quest to Leave Postwar Europe (Cornell University Press, 2021) chronicles encounters between displaced persons in Europe and the Allied agencies who were tasked with caring for them after the Second World War. The struggle to define who was a displaced person and who was not was a subject of intense debate and deliberation among humanitarians, international law experts, immigration planners, and governments. What has not adequately been recognized is that displaced persons also actively participated in this emerging refugee conversation. Displaced persons endured war, displacement, and resettlement, but these experiences were not defined by passivity and speechlessness. Instead, they spoke back, creating a dialogue that in turn helped shape the modern idea of the refugee.  As Ruth Balint shows, what made a good or convincing story at the time tells us much about the circulation of ideas about the war, the Holocaust, and the Jews. Those stories depict the emerging moral and legal distinction between economic migrants and political refugees. They tell us about the experiences of women and children in the face of new psychological and political interventions into the family. Stories from displaced persons also tell us something about the enduring myth of the new world for people who longed to leave the old.  Balint focuses on those persons whose storytelling skills became a major strategy for survival and escape out of the displaced persons' camps and out of the Europe. Their stories are brought to life in Destination Elsewhere, alongside a new history of immigration, statelessness, and the institution of the postwar family.  Ruth Balint is Associate Professor of History at University of New South Wales. She is the author of Troubled Waters and coauthor of Smuggled. Geraldine Gudefin is a modern Jewish historian researching Jewish migrations, family life, and legal pluralism. She is currently a Visiting Scholar at the Centre for Asian Legal Studies at the National University of Singapore, and is completing a book titled An Impossible Divorce? East European Jews and the Limits of Legal Pluralism in France, 1900-1939. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zoltán Kiszelly is a Hungarian political scientist and one of the country's leading conservative analysts. He serves as Director of the Center for Political Analysis at the Századvég Foundation, a prominent Budapest-based think tank closely aligned with Viktor Orbán's long-governing Fidesz party. Bálint Somkuti is a Hungarian military historian, author and security policy expert with a PhD in military sciences from the National University of Public Service. A former lecturer at NKE and research professor at the Mathias Corvinus Collegium's Geopolitical Workshop. Watch the Cornerstone Forum 26'https://shaunnewmanpodcast.substack.com/Silver Gold Bull Links:Website: https://silvergoldbull.ca/Email: SNP@silvergoldbull.comText Grahame: (587) 441-9100Bow Valley Credit UnionBitcoin: www.bowvalleycu.com/en/personal/investing-wealth/bitcoin-gatewayEmail: welcome@BowValleycu.com Get your voice heard: Text Shaun 587-217-8500

Rep. Becca Balint pushes for an Iran war powers vote in the House

What does it truly take to rebuild your life - and yourself - in a new country? In this deeply personal and practical episode, host Jo Stewart sits down with Hannah Balint, a UK-born yoga teacher and relocation coach, to explore what repeated international moves have taught her about identity, connection, and the courage it takes to start over. Hannah shares her remarkable journey across the UK, Vietnam, Australia, and the United States, tracing how a transformative first yoga class in Hanoi surrounded by the sounds of roosters and motorbikes sparked a career and a philosophy built around movement. From her bicultural English-Swiss upbringing to navigating visa complications in Melbourne and profound loneliness in the US, Hannah brings hard-won wisdom to every stage of the conversation. Key topics include: the surprising emotional weight of even chosen relocations and the grief that comes with leaving an identity behind; why making friends becomes significantly harder in your 30s and beyond; practical strategies for building community in a new place (including why your dog and your local barista may be your most valuable social assets); how to distinguish between moving toward something versus away from something before you go; and the role of technology in keeping long-distance friendships alive across time zones. Hannah also offers insight into her coaching work, where she helps clients — particularly accompanying partners who move for a spouse's career — navigate the internal experience of relocation, not just the logistics. Her approach centres on helping people recognise their own agency: "I have never felt more lonely than when I first moved to the US... and yet I still had agency over my choices." It is this shift in perspective, she argues, that transforms relocation from something that happens to you into something you can actively shape. Whether you are planning an international move, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about what movement — physical and geographical — can reveal about who we are, this episode offers both the practical tools and the emotional permission to navigate change with more grace and self-compassion. Links Hannah's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6MKy7T7vvRlP1y15Yhvi70?si=a79bc5e9591b4c46 Hannah's website: https://www.hannahbalintcoaching.com/ Hannah's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahbalint/ AppSumo: https://appsumo.8odi.net/R0Gmx9. Use the code SOUNDMADESEEN for a 10% discount off any product!

Representative Becca Balint. She'll discuss her role at the hearing, including a face off with Bondi over antisemitism. We'll also talk about the possibility of ICE increasing its presence in Vermont.Then: Green Mountain Transit faces serious budgetary issues. General Manager Clayton Clark says more service cuts could be on their way. He's asking the state for more funding. We talk about the high demand for rides from older people and those with disabilities.Broadcast live on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2025, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

It's a Mattjority Report Thursday on the Majority Report   On today's program:   Tom Homan announces that the ICE Operation Surge in Minnesota have concluded. We'll see that really means.   David Bier from the Cato Institute testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Somali Fraud where he details that massive fraud that is being committed by DHS.   Noah Kulwin and Brendan James from the Blowback Podcast join Matt to discuss the U.S. oil blockade on Cuba that is starving the country.   In the Fun Half:   Brandon Sutton and Matt Binder join the show.   AOC says that Pam Bondi's erratic performance at the House Judiciary Committee hearing was a result of her knowledge that she is implicated in a massive cover-up on behalf of the Epstein class.   Pam Bondi insinuates that Rep. Becca Balint is antisemitic. Balint, who lost her grandfather in the holocaust goes ballistic over Bondi's heinous accusation.   Rep. Deborah Ross (D-NC) asks Pam Bondi if she believes that Ghislaine Maxwell should have been transferred to a minimum-security prison and Bondi erupts.   Rep. Thomas Massie tells CNN that he has seen in the unredacted files that Howard Lutnick gave Epstein his number some 7 years after he claims to have been repulsed by Epstein.   Bill Maher and Adam Carolla talk about how they think they are not conservatives but rather that the left has recently lost their mind.   In the 90s Bill Maher was talking about how Vietnam was a just war and needed to happen. This muddies his theory that he wasn't always a conservative.   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: SELECT QUOTE: Get the right life insurance for you and save more than fifty percent on term life insurance at SelectQuote.com/MAJORITY ROCKET MONEY: Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster: RocketMoney.com/MAJORITY 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

When Rep. Becca Balint, D-Vt., traveled to Minneapolis on a Congressional oversight mission several weeks ago, she saw a city under siege. Some 3,000 masked federal agents dispatched by President Donald Trump were roaming the city, snatching people from their homes and streets, often without warrants or explanation. Balint fears Vermont could be next. “This is not a law enforcement effort, this is about power and control and submission,” Balint said of what she observed in Minneapolis. She said that the killing of American citizens Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis “just absolutely shook me to my core, not just because of the violence and the loss of life, but also immediately the lying about these two people” by the Trump Administration. “This is about the president punishing states and municipalities that he does not feel like give him enough fealty,” Balint said. “Any state that did not vote for Donald Trump in the 2020 election, they're in the crosshairs. And we must assume that at some point this President will try to make an example of us, and we can't be caught flat footed.”Last week, Balint said she and Senators Peter Welch, D-Vt., and Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., met with Gov. Phil Scott to prepare for that potential day.Though in another sense, that day has already arrived. Just this week, FEMA denied disaster aid to Vermont for 2025 flooding in the Northeast Kingdom. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem “also oversees FEMA," Balint said. "And the President is using FEMA right now to pick winners and losers. And the winners are Republican states, and the losers are so-called democratic states,"

Today we are talking about Development Workflows, Agentic Agents, and how they work together with guests Andy Giles & Matt Glaman. We'll also cover Drupal Canvas CLI as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/538 Topics Understanding Agentic Development Workflows Understanding UID Generation in AI Agents Exploring Generative AI and Traditional Programming Building Canvas Pages with AI Agents Using Writing Tools and APIs for Automation Introduction to MCP Server and Its Tools Agent to Agent Orchestration and External Tools Command Line Tools for Agent Coding Security and Privacy Concerns with AI Tools The Future of AI Tools and Their Sustainability Benefits of AI for Site Builders Resources Decoupled frontend with Drupal Canvas AI workflows will reshape development organizations – mglaman.dev Agents.md AI is here to stay Autocomplete training 38:09 Code completion MCP Open Code Geerlingguy ai voice Guests Matt Glaman - mglaman.dev mglaman Hosts Nic Laflin - nLighteneddevelopment.com nicxvan John Picozzi - epam.com johnpicozzi Andy Giles - dripyard.com andyg5000 MOTW Correspondent Martin Anderson-Clutz - mandclu.com mandclu Brief description: Have you ever wanted to sync components from a site using Drupal Canvas out to another project like a headless front end, or conversely, from an outside repo into Drupal Canvas? There's an NPM library for that Module name/project name: Drupal Canvas CLI Brief history How old: created in July 2025 (as xb-cli originally) by Bálint Kléri (balintbrews) of Acquia Versions available: 0.6.2, and really only useful with Drupal Canvas, which works with Drupal core 11.2 Maintainership Actively maintained Number of open issues: 8 open issues, 2 of which are bugs, but one of which was marked fixed in the past week Usage stats: 128 weekly downloads according to npmjs.com Module features and usage With the Drupal Canvas CLI installed, you'll have a command line tool that allows you to download (export) components from Canvas into your local filesystem. There are options to download just the components, just the global css, or everything, and more. If no flags are provided, the tool will interactively prompt you for which options you want to use. There is also an upload command with a similar set of options. It's worth noting that the upload will also automatically run the build and validate commands, ensuring that the uploaded components will work smoothly with Drupal Canvas I thought this would be relevant to our topic today because with this tool you can create a React component with the aid of the AI integration available for Canvas and then sync that, either to a headless front end built in something like Next.js or Astro or a tool like Storybook; or you could use an AI-enhanced tool like Cursor IDE to build a component locally and then sync that into a Drupal site using Canvas There is a blog post Balint published that includes a demo, if you want to see this tool in action

Following the US attack on Venezuela and the capture of it's president and first lady, we're joined by Rep. Becca Balint to get her thoughts on what's transpired and what's ahead. We are also joined by Vermont State Rep. Troy Headrick, an Independent, who has introduced legislation related to the state's involvement in Federal deployment of the Vermont Air National Guard. We'll also hear from a political science professor of international law and counterterrorism, Stephon Boatwright of St. Michael's University, to get his take on the Trump administration's legal argument for the attack. And, Global News Canada Reporter Dan Spector tells us the reactions he's witnessed from the Venezuelan community in Montreal. 

What if your business didn't have to be built on burnout?In this heart-centered episode, I sit down with Molly Balint—business mentor, speaker, Instagram nerd, and founder of the SOFT Business Movement—to explore what it means to lead and grow from a place of gentleness, sustainability, and soul.Molly's journey into entrepreneurship began nearly 20 years ago as a blogger and photographer documenting life on a fixer-upper farmhouse with four young daughters. Since then, she's worked as a social media strategist for a major global parenting brand, been featured in national magazines, and most importantly—built a mentorship practice helping women uncover their meaningful work without hardening themselves to do it.If you're a sensitive soul longing to turn your passion into a business—or scale the one you already have—this episode will remind you that soft is the new strong.✨ In this episode, we explore:What a “SOFT business” really is—and how it supports your nervous systemWhy ambition doesn't have to mean overexertionThe most common struggles Molly sees in her clients—and how she helps them move throughHow Molly's own business has evolved through the seasons of motherhood, creativity, and leadershipEncouragement for sensitive creatives who feel called to something more but don't know where to startThis conversation is a balm if you're tired of being told to hustle harder. Molly brings a gentle, grounded presence—and shows us that impact doesn't have to come at the cost of integrity or wellbeing. 

Bálint Somkuti is a Hungarian military historian, author and security policy expert with a PhD in military sciences from the National University of Public Service. A former lecturer at NKE and research professor at the Mathias Corvinus Collegium's Geopolitical Workshop. Tickets to Cornerstone Forum 26': https://www.showpass.com/cornerstone26/Tickets to the Mashspiel:https://www.showpass.com/mashspiel/Silver Gold Bull Links:Website: https://silvergoldbull.ca/Email: SNP@silvergoldbull.comText Grahame: (587) 441-9100Bow Valley Credit UnionBitcoin: www.bowvalleycu.com/en/personal/investing-wealth/bitcoin-gatewayEmail: welcome@BowValleycu.com Use the code “SNP” on all ordersProphet River Links:Website: store.prophetriver.com/Email: SNP@prophetriver.comGet your voice heard: Text Shaun 587-217-8500

We're one month into a government shutdown and the ramifications are being felt throughout the state. We're joined by joined by Congresswoman Becca Balint to talk about the shutdown and why she says Democrats should hold the line to extend ACA subsidies. Then, we continue our discussion and take listener questions on changes to health insurance with Mike Fisher and Marjorie Stinchcomb from Vermont Legal Aid.Broadcast live on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

Vermont Congressperson Becca Balint speaks with Andrew Waite in the Congressional Corner.

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: How Levente's Halloween Pastries Cast a Magical Office Spell Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-10-30-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: Az irodai lámpák halvány fényt árasztottak abban a hideg őszi reggelen.En: The office lights cast a dim glow that chilly autumn morning.Hu: A levegőben fahéj és sütőtök illata terjengett, mert az irodai büfé ilyenkor mindig különleges őszi italokkal várta a dolgozókat.En: The scent of cinnamon and pumpkin filled the air because the office café always welcomed the employees with special autumn drinks at this time of year.Hu: A Halloween hangulata már mindenhol jelen volt: a falakon pókhálók, a sarkokban faragott tökök mosolyogtak.En: The Halloween spirit was present everywhere: cobwebs on the walls, carved pumpkins grinning from the corners.Hu: Levente kicsit izgatottan lépett be a díszített terembe.En: Levente entered the decorated room with a bit of excitement.Hu: Levente csendes, precíz dolgozó volt.En: Levente was a quiet, precise worker.Hu: Gyakran úgy érezte, hogy átnéznek rajta a kollégák.En: He often felt that his colleagues overlooked him.Hu: Halloween volt az egyetlen alkalom, amikor igazán meg tudta mutatni kreatív oldalát.En: Halloween was the only time he could truly show his creative side.Hu: Idén úgy döntött, hogy különleges ajándékkal készül az irodai ajándékcserére.En: This year, he decided to prepare something special for the office gift exchange.Hu: Az ajándékcsere időpontja közeledett.En: The time for the gift exchange was approaching.Hu: A munkatársak izgatottan beszélgettek, és Levente érezte, hogy a szíve gyorsabban kezd verni.En: The employees were chatting excitedly, and Levente felt his heart start to beat faster.Hu: Jelmezben volt: varázslóruhát viselt, hosszú fekete köpennyel és magas kalappal.En: He was in costume: wearing a wizard outfit with a long black cloak and a tall hat.Hu: Remélte, hogy kitűnik majd a tömegből.En: He hoped he would stand out from the crowd.Hu: Az ajándéka is különleges volt - saját kezűleg készített tök formájú süteményeket hozott, amik mindegyikébe kis üzeneteket rejtett.En: His gift was special too—he had brought pumpkin-shaped pastries he made himself, each hiding a little message.Hu: Katalin, az iroda egyik népszerű tagja, éppen a saját ajándékát csomagolta ki.En: Katalin, one of the popular members of the office, was just unwrapping her gift.Hu: Levente figyelte a reakcióját.En: Levente watched her reaction.Hu: Amikor Katalin kinyitotta a dobozt, vidáman felnevetett, majd hangosan megszólalt: "Ez fantasztikus!En: When Katalin opened the box, she laughed joyfully and then exclaimed loudly, "This is fantastic!Hu: Igazi mestermű!En: A true masterpiece!"Hu: " A többi kolléga odapillantott, és egyikük sem tudta leplezni csodálatát.En: The other colleagues glanced over, and none of them could hide their admiration.Hu: Levente arcán lassan mosoly terült el.En: A slow smile spread across Levente's face.Hu: A többiek tapsolni kezdtek, és Levente érezte, hogy végre elérte célját: felfigyeltek rá.En: The others began to clap, and Levente felt he had finally achieved his goal: he was noticed.Hu: Katalin odalépett hozzá, gratulált, és dicsérte a munkáját.En: Katalin came over to him, congratulated him, and praised his work.Hu: Még Balint is, aki addig mindig csendben dolgozott mellette, odament hozzá, és azt mondta: "Mindig is csodáltam, mennyire alapos vagy.En: Even Balint, who had always worked quietly beside him, went up to him and said, "I've always admired how meticulous you are."Hu: "Ez a nap megváltoztatta Levente nézőpontját.En: This day changed Levente's perspective.Hu: Rájött, hogy a saját értékei megmutatása vezet az elfogadáshoz és barátságokhoz.En: He realized that showing his own values leads to acceptance and friendships.Hu: Az iroda már nem tűnt olyan hideg helynek.En: The office no longer felt like a cold place.Hu: Levente boldog volt, hogy végre hozzátartozónak érezhette magát.En: Levente was happy that he could finally feel like he belonged.Hu: Halloween után másnap reggel ismét mosolyogva sétált be, és tudta, hogy ezentúl minden közösen átélt pillanat egy újabb emlék lesz, ami közelebb hozza az embereket egymáshoz.En: The day after Halloween, he walked in again with a smile, knowing that from now on every shared moment would be another memory that brings people closer together. Vocabulary Words:dim: halványchilly: hidegautumn: ősziscent: illatcinnamon: fahéjgrinning: mosolyogtakexcitement: izgatottanoverlooked: átnéznekmasterpiece: mesterműadmiration: csodálatmeticulous: alaposperspective: nézőpontacceptance: elfogadásbelonged: hozzátartozónakcarved: faragottapproaching: közeledettunwrapping: csomagolta kireaction: reakciójátexclaimed: megszólaltcollaborative: közösen átéltprecise: precízwizard: varázslócloak: köpenyhide: rejtettadmired: csodáltamspread: terült elglance: odapillantottintentional: szándékosacknowledged: felfigyeltekreveal: megmutatása

They are being described as possibly “the biggest ever mass demonstrations in American history.” More than 7 million people participated in No Kings protests on Saturday, October 18 across more than 2,700 events in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and in cities around the world.In Vermont, organizers estimate that some 43,000 people participated in more than 40 events around the state. People came out to protest the Trump administration's targeting of immigrants, LGBTQ+ rights, public education, the government shutdown and more.At the Vermont State House, where some 6,500 people gathered in cool fall weather, U.S. Rep. Becca Balint, D-Vt., fired up the crowd with a call to fight back against Trump's authoritarianism. Then she talked about the hero's journey, an archetype in mythology and narrative storytelling (think Star Wars and the Hunger Games) that involves an ordinary person who faces a challenge, embarks on a journey, triumphs over adversity and returns transformed.“I know that many of you feel anxious, you feel scared, you feel overwhelmed,” Balint told the crowd. “We have to see this as part of a hero's journey that we are all on together. We must shift our thinking into believing that we, each of us, embody that hero is going to lead us to a better day. And what I know is the first step on the hero's journey is answering the call. And that is what you have done today. You are answering the call.”Asked about the deepening impact of the federal shutdown, Balint told the Vermont Conversation, “Millions of people are at risk of losing their health care, and we know that health care right now is one of the things that is making it incredibly emotionally, psychologically, economically devastating for families. We have to fight for health care, and we also have to say to this President, No, you will not bully us into submission. We're not going to sell out our people back home because we're afraid of your wrath.”Millions of Americans are receiving notices of soaring health care premiums as Congress remains deadlocked over extending Covid-era subsidies, as demanded by Democrats. Premiums will rise by 18 percent on average, according to the nonpartisan health policy group KFF.Sen. Peter Welch advised Vermonters to hang in there. “We don't know how this is going to end, but we know that the only real chance it has to end well is if we show that we are committed to democracy and we're willing to act together.”Welch said that Trump sending troops to cities led by Democrats is “just a lawless exercise. It's a prelude to him potentially sending troops in if he doesn't like the vote outcome in the next election.”I asked Paul Burns, an attorney and the longtime executive director of the Vermont Public Interest Research Group, whether he believed the legal system was up to the task of defending democratic institutions.“We're seeing a Supreme Court where decisions appear no longer based on legal principles or court precedents," he said. "The court has no compunction about turning its back on long standing principles on any sense of consistency under the law. Absent that, we have to wonder whether the law can be there for us in any way that it has been in the past. And so I am deeply concerned.”Burns said that what gives him hope is “looking over at my 14 year old son and he and other young people who bring to this an earnestness and an openness and interest in just living their lives in a free way, a belief still that we can and must have a democracy here. They are not tainted or jaded or cynical." He vowed to do "everything that I can to try to make this better.”Clara White, a 14-year old eighth grade student from Montpelier, had a distinctive voice and message among the lineup of politicians and activists. She said that “people my age, we are not just sitting around waiting. We are more connected than generations before us. We care about each other. We know how to share information, organize online and learn from people all over the world. We are creative problem solvers because we have had to be.”She cited examples of of how young people in her community “started a Green Up Day program, came together to feed families in need, and volunteered at a summer camp to help other girls feel empowered.”"I choose hope because I've seen what happens when people come together. I choose hope because giving up is not an option. I choose hope because I believe in us."

Just five months after being sworn in as president, Donald Trump has embroiled the U.S. in a shooting war in the Middle East, a trade war with our allies and neighbors, and a culture war with those who oppose his policies. Trump has deployed the National Guard and the U.S. Marines into the streets of a major American city over the objections of a mayor and a governor, and unleashed masked agents to snatch unsuspecting immigrants off the streets and ship them off to foreign prisons. This seemed like a good moment to check in with Rep. Becca Balint. Balint, D-Vt., was elected to Congress from Vermont in 2022 and is a member of the House Judiciary Committee and the Budget Committee. She serves on the Congressional Progressive Caucus as Vice Chair for New Members and as a Co-Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus. She spoke to me on Tuesday, June 24, from her congressional office in Washington D.C. 

Casey Johnston joins the show this week to talk about how women are truly and actually stronger than men (all of which she details in her new book!). Plus, Laura talks about promiscuous fruit flies, and Rachel talks about capuchin monkey's version of a Labubu. Get Casey's book here! https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/casey-johnston/a-physical-education/9781538773253/ The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week is a podcast by Popular Science. Share your weirdest facts and stories with us in our ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook group⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠tweet at us⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to learn more about all of our stories! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Links to Rachel's TikTok, Newsletter, Merch Store and More: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/RachelFeltman⁠⁠⁠⁠  Rachel now has a Patreon, too! Follow her for exclusive bonus content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/RachelFeltman⁠⁠⁠⁠ Link to Jess' Twitch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitch.tv/jesscapricorn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Link to Balint's Twitch: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitch.tv/sciants_streams ⁠⁠⁠ -- Follow our team on Twitter Rachel Feltman: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.twitter.com/RachelFeltman⁠⁠⁠⁠ Produced by Jess Boddy: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.twitter.com/JessicaBoddy⁠⁠⁠⁠ Popular Science: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.twitter.com/PopSci⁠⁠⁠⁠ Theme music by Billy Cadden: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/6LqT4DCuAXlBzX8XlNy4Wq?si=5VF2r2XiQoGepRsMTBsDAQ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Go to https://LIQUIDIV.COM and get 20% off your first order with code WEIRDEST at checkout. Go to https://Quince.com/weirdest for free shipping on your order and365 -day returns.  Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to https://Zocdoc.com/WEIRDEST to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian joins the show to talk about horny eels. Plus, Sara Kiley explains the tree that loves getting struck by lightning, and Rachel goes into detail about kids passing notes in ancient times. The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week is a podcast by Popular Science. Share your weirdest facts and stories with us in our ⁠⁠⁠Facebook group⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠tweet at us⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠Click here to learn more about all of our stories! ⁠⁠⁠ Links to Rachel's TikTok, Newsletter, Merch Store and More: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/RachelFeltman⁠⁠⁠  Rachel now has a Patreon, too! Follow her for exclusive bonus content: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/RachelFeltman⁠⁠⁠ Link to Jess' Twitch: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitch.tv/jesscapricorn⁠⁠⁠ Link to Balint's Twitch: ⁠⁠https://www.twitch.tv/sciants_streams ⁠⁠ -- Follow our team on Twitter Rachel Feltman: ⁠⁠⁠www.twitter.com/RachelFeltman⁠⁠⁠ Produced by Jess Boddy: ⁠⁠⁠www.twitter.com/JessicaBoddy⁠⁠⁠ Popular Science: ⁠⁠⁠www.twitter.com/PopSci⁠⁠⁠ Theme music by Billy Cadden: ⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/6LqT4DCuAXlBzX8XlNy4Wq?si=5VF2r2XiQoGepRsMTBsDAQ⁠⁠⁠ Thanks to our Sponsors! Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince! Go to ⁠⁠https://Quince.com/weirdest⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to ⁠⁠https://www.Zocdoc.com/WEIRDEST⁠⁠ to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vermont Rep. Becca Balint speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus on the "Congressional Corner" June 4, 2025.

Margo is joined by Molly Balint, creative entrepreneur, mentor, and founder of the SOFT Business movement. Molly helps women break away from hustle culture to build businesses that are as nourishing as they are profitable—centered around heart, balance, and alignment. With a background in storytelling, community-building, and soulful mentorship, Molly brings a grounded, compassionate lens to what it means to show up authentically in business today. In this heartfelt conversation, Margo and Molly explore what it really takes to create a business rooted in your values, especially in a digital world that often prizes noise over nuance. Molly opens up about the inner work required to break free from old patterns, the difference between performative vulnerability and authentic presence, and how redefining success through softness can be a powerful act of creative leadership. Margo and Molly discuss: Molly's personal evolution from hustle-fueled creative to SOFT Business mentor. The deeper inner work needed before brand strategy can be effective. Why “just be yourself” advice often misses the mark—and how to do it in a way that feels safe and true. What the SOFT Business model looks like in practice (and how it doesn't mean being less ambitious). Letting go of productivity pressure and embracing cycles, seasons, and boundaries. Instagram storytelling as a tool for connection, not performance. Navigating vulnerability, visibility, and personal boundaries online. How motherhood, farm life, and creative business coexist on Molly's 300-acre Maryland farm. Why softness isn't weakness—it's a radical, sustainable strength. Connect with Molly: www.mollybalint.com https://www.instagram.com/molly.balint https://softbusinessclub.co/   Connect with Margo: www.windowsillchats.comwww.instagram.com/windowsillchats https://www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill https://www.yourtantaustudio.com/thefoundry  

First up, we're joined by Josh Wronski, the outgoing Executive Director of the Vermont Progressive Party to talk about his tenure there, what he learned in his nine years leading Vermont's third party, and how they should move forward.Then, Rep. Becca Balint joins us to talk about the Big Beautiful Bill, Medicaid cuts, the war in Gaza, impeachment, and U.S.-Canada relations.Lastly, it's our monthly local food segment with Seven Days food writer Melissa Pasanen.Broadcast live on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

Divya Anantharaman aka Gotham Taxidermy joins the show to talk about a bird with a very big personality. Plus, Rachel talks about a whale conveyor belt, and Lauren dishes dirt on the ISS (literally). The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week is a podcast by Popular Science. Share your weirdest facts and stories with us in our ⁠⁠Facebook group⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠tweet at us⁠⁠! ⁠⁠Click here to learn more about all of our stories! ⁠⁠ Links to Rachel's TikTok, Newsletter, Merch Store and More: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/RachelFeltman⁠⁠  Rachel now has a Patreon, too! Follow her for exclusive bonus content: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/RachelFeltman⁠⁠ Link to Jess' Twitch: ⁠⁠https://www.twitch.tv/jesscapricorn⁠⁠ Link to Balint's Twitch: ⁠https://www.twitch.tv/sciants_streams ⁠ -- Follow our team on Twitter Rachel Feltman: ⁠⁠www.twitter.com/RachelFeltman⁠⁠ Produced by Jess Boddy: ⁠⁠www.twitter.com/JessicaBoddy⁠⁠ Popular Science: ⁠⁠www.twitter.com/PopSci⁠⁠ Theme music by Billy Cadden: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/6LqT4DCuAXlBzX8XlNy4Wq?si=5VF2r2XiQoGepRsMTBsDAQ⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Balint Kacsoh of SciAnts_Streams joins the show today to talk about how flies have their own sort of culture. Plus, Jess hops behind the mic to discuss mimes mocking traffic offenders, and Rachel divulges the story of London's legendary timekeepers. The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week is a podcast by Popular Science. Share your weirdest facts and stories with us in our ⁠Facebook group⁠ or ⁠tweet at us⁠! ⁠Click here to learn more about all of our stories! ⁠ Links to Rachel's TikTok, Newsletter, Merch Store and More: ⁠https://linktr.ee/RachelFeltman⁠  Rachel now has a Patreon, too! Follow her for exclusive bonus content: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/RachelFeltman⁠ Link to Jess' Twitch: ⁠https://www.twitch.tv/jesscapricorn⁠ Link to Balint's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/sciants_streams -- Follow our team on Twitter Rachel Feltman: ⁠www.twitter.com/RachelFeltman⁠ Produced by Jess Boddy: ⁠www.twitter.com/JessicaBoddy⁠ Popular Science: ⁠www.twitter.com/PopSci⁠ Theme music by Billy Cadden: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/6LqT4DCuAXlBzX8XlNy4Wq?si=5VF2r2XiQoGepRsMTBsDAQ⁠ Thanks to our Sponsors! Open your account in 2 minutes at https://chime.com/WEIRDEST. Chime. Feels like progress. Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince! Go to ⁠https://Quince.com/weirdest⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  No matter how you say it, don't overpay for it. Shop data plans at https://MINTMOBILE.com/weirdest Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to ⁠https://www.liquid-iv.com/⁠ and use code WEIRDEST at checkout. Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to ⁠https://www.Zocdoc.com/WEIRDEST⁠ to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of The Intercept Briefing, we examine the case of Mohsen Mahdawi, a Palestinian student whose decadelong journey toward American citizenship ended not with the oath of allegiance, but in handcuffs.On Monday, the Columbia student arrived at his long-awaited citizenship interview in Vermont. Instead, immigration agents arrested him, and he now faces deportation to the occupied West Bank.Rep. Becca Balint, D-Vt., who represents his district, is outraged and told The Intercept Briefing, “If you'll deny due process from somebody who was in this country with a green card for 10 years, who is somebody who talked about peace and connection between Palestinians and Israelis who was looking to build bridges — if this man is somehow a threat to our society, then we are down a sick path.”Mahdawi spoke to The Intercept the night before his fateful appointment and said he understood the risk he might be facing. He is now the ninth Columbia student targeted for deportation. The Trump administration has revoked or changed over a 1,000 student visas, according to Inside Higher Ed. Mahdawi's case exemplifies how immigration enforcement is being weaponized, says Balint. “ If they're so proud of what they're doing, then show your damn face, then show your ID. Then talk about what grounds you are holding this person. But it's being done in secret, and it is meant to shock and awe and to get the rest of us to remain silent. They have no evidence, they have no details, which is what we're demanding of both Secretary [Marco] Rubio and Secretary [Kristi] Noem."Immigration lawyer Matt Cameron spoke to The Intercept about the broader implications of the administration's agenda and said that this is much bigger than just students and immigrants. “ It's a message to student protesters obviously to start with, but it's a message to all of us that our free speech is a liability,” he warned.Cameron pointed to the case of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident who was illegally deported to El Salvador and is now imprisoned despite no criminal record. The U.S. Supreme Court has ordered the government to facilitate his return, but so far, the administration has resisted. "This is going to be one of the most important cases of our lifetimes,” said Cameron. “ Even for people who don't think they're interested in following immigration issues: This is for all of us. And you know, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia will be all of us pretty soon here if we don't stay on our rights.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Headlines for April 16, 2025; Mohsen Mahdawi’s Abduction “Should Terrify” Us, Says VT Rep. Balint, Whose Grandfather Was Killed in Holocaust; Facebook Whistleblower Frances Haugen: Breaking Up Meta’s Monopoly Would Improve Service, Safety; “Unquestionably Unconstitutional”: Harvard Law Prof Slams Cuts as School Rejects Trump Demands

Headlines for April 16, 2025; Mohsen Mahdawi’s Abduction “Should Terrify” Us, Says VT Rep. Balint, Whose Grandfather Was Killed in Holocaust; Facebook Whistleblower Frances Haugen: Breaking Up Meta’s Monopoly Would Improve Service, Safety; “Unquestionably Unconstitutional”: Harvard Law Prof Slams Cuts as School Rejects Trump Demands

On today's show: Mohsen Mahdawi's Abduction “Should Terrify” Us, Says VT Rep. Balint, Whose Grandfather Was Killed in Holocaust Facebook Whistleblower Frances Haugen: Breaking Up Meta's Monopoly Would Improve Service, Safety “Unquestionably Unconstitutional”: Harvard Law Prof Slams Cuts as School Rejects Trump Demands Democracy Now! is a daily independent award-winning news program hosted by journalists Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzalez. The post Democracy Now 6am – April 16, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Doctors Lisa and Sara are joined by GP and Medical Educator Dr Alan Ng, working in Canada. We discuss what Balint groups are, starting from who Balint was. We go through the structure of a Balint session and why they exist in the form they do. We discuss the advantages to both Doctors and their patients of discussing cases within a Balint group and being part of a group. Discussions can help us gain a deeper understanding of the doctor-patient relationship and discover more about the dynamics and causes of our stresses in particular cases.    You can use these podcasts as part of your CPD - we don't do certificates but they still count :)   Useful resources:  UK Balint Society: https://balintsociety.org.uk/ American Balint Society: www.americanbalintsociety.org International Balint Federation: www.balintinternational.com Balint, Michael. The Doctor, His Patient and the Illness. Churchill Livingstone  1957, 1963, 2000: https://www.worldofbooks.com/en-gb/products/doctor-his-patient-and-the-illness-book-michael-balint-9780272792063 Salinsky, John and Sackin, Paul.  What Are You Feeling Doctor? Radcliffe 2000: https://www.worldofbooks.com/en-gb/products/what-are-you-feeling-doctor-book-john-salinsky-9781857754070 Joanne Reeve and the idea of ‘Knowledge Work': https://bjgplife.com/reclaiming-general-practice-tackling-our-workforce-crisis-with-wisegp/ Stojanovic-Tasic M, Latas M, Milosevic N, Aritonovic Pribakovic J, Ljusic D, Sapic R, Vucurevic M, Trajkovic G, Grgurevic A. Is Balint training associated with the reduced burnout among primary health care doctors? Libyan J Med. 2018 Dec;13(1):1440123: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29493438/ Van Roy K, Vanheule S, Inslegers R. Research on Balint groups: A literature review. Patient Educ Couns. 2015 Jun;98(6):685-94: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25681874/ Player M, Freedy JR, Diaz V, Brock C, Chessman A, Thiedke C, Johnson A. The role of Balint group training in the professional and personal development of family medicine residents. Int J Psychiatry Med. 2018 Jan-Mar;53(1-2):24-38. doi: 10.1177/0091217417745289. Epub 2017 Dec 13: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29235909/ Kjeldmand D, Holmström I. Balint groups as a means to increase job satisfaction and prevent burnout among general practitioners. Ann Fam Med. 2008 Mar-Apr;6(2):138-45. doi: 10.1370/afm.813: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18332406/ Mathers and Rowland (1997). General practice-a post-modern speciality? British Journal of General Practice, 47, 177-179: https://bjgp.org/content/47/416/177 ___ We really want to make these episodes relevant and helpful: if you have any questions or want any particular areas covered then contact us on Twitter @PCKBpodcast, or leave a comment on our quick anonymous survey here: https://pckb.org/feedback Email us at: primarycarepodcasts@gmail.com ___ This podcast has been made with the support of GP Excellence and Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. Given that it is recorded with Greater Manchester clinicians, the information discussed may not be applicable elsewhere and it is important to consult local guidelines before making any treatment decisions.  The information presented is the personal opinion of the healthcare professional interviewed and might not be representative to all clinicians. It is based on their interpretation of current best practice and guidelines when the episode was recorded. Guidelines can change; To the best of our knowledge the information in this episode is up to date as of it's release but it is the listeners responsibility to review the information and make sure it is still up to date when they listen. Dr Lisa Adams, Dr Sara MacDermott and their interviewees are not liable for any advice, investigations, course of treatment, diagnosis or any other information, services or products listeners might pursue as a result of listening to this podcast - it is the clinicians responsibility to appraise the information given and review local and national guidelines before making treatment decisions. Reliance on information provided in this podcast is solely at the listeners risk. The podcast is designed to be used by trained healthcare professionals for education only. We do not recommend these for patients or the general public and they are not to be used as a method of diagnosis, opinion, treatment or medical advice for the general public. Do not delay seeking medical advice based on the information contained in this podcast. If you have questions regarding your health or feel you may have a medical condition then promptly seek the opinion of a trained healthcare professional.

Vermont poultry farmers take steps to guard their animals against bird flu, which has been spreading around the country. Plus, rank-and-file lawmakers are pushing Democratic leadership to exempt military pensions for state income tax, U.S. Rep. Balint denounces a budget plan that passed the House this week, several towns will mull whether to allow ATVs on town roads, and the Stowe Foliage Arts Festival won't return this fall.

WAMC's Ian Pickus speaks with Vermont Congresswoman-at-large Becca Balint.

Charlie Sykes examines the continued erosion of law and order in America. Congresswoman Becca Balint details the Republicans' attempts to rewrite American culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The New Abnormal, Vermont Rep. Becca Balint hammers Georgia Rep. Marjorie Talor Greene over her “sickening” use of DEI to attack L.A. wildfire victims. “It's become crystal clear that the phrase DEI is used in place of much more offensive terms,” said Balint. Plus! Journalist Lois Parshley discusses her latest article, “Trump's Tech Donors Have Big Plans For Greenland.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Donald J. Trump was sworn into office Monday in Washington. Vermont's sole U.S. House representative, Rep. Becca Balint (D-Vt) attended the inauguration. She shares why she attended, her reaction to President Trump's first executive orders, and her own priorities for the new Congress.President Trump has promised to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian goods, starting Feb. 1. In response, the Canadian government has vowed to impose tariffs on U.S. goods. Ottawa-based journalist David Akin, the chief political correspondent for Global News, gives us an inside look into the current state of Canadian-American relations.Broadcast live on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments, or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

Ready to diversify outside the stock market? EquityMultiple brings you streamlined real estate investing. Access vetted, cash-flowing opportunities from anywhere. Start today, with just $5K, at equitymultiple.com____________We're excited to bring you a 2024 favorite for this holiday season! For this holiday season, we're thrilled to present a 2024 favorite! In this special rerun of episode 319, Dr. Megan Melo, a family medicine and obesity medicine specialist, sits down with Dr. Bradley Block to share her insights on overcoming physician overwhelm.  Interviewed by Dr. Bradley Block, Dr. Melo opens up about her journey in medicine, the transformative role of life coaching, and her strategies for addressing perfectionism and people-pleasing tendencies that often affect healthcare professionals. She highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing the root causes of stress and overwhelm to maintain both personal wellness and professional effectiveness.More on Dr. Megan Melo:Dr. Megan Melo is a board-certified physician in family medicine and obesity medicine, practicing at Finney Primary Care and Wellness in Seattle. Alongside her medical career, she is a certified life coach and a certified Daring Way facilitator, with a focus on the work of Brené Brown. She is also a Balint instructor, based on the teachings of psychoanalyst Michael Balint. Dr. Melo is passionate about helping fellow physicians navigate the complexities of their profession without succumbing to overwhelm and burnout. She is the host of the "Ending Physician Overwhelm" podcast, where she shares her expertise in managing perfectionism, people-pleasing, and setting healthy boundaries.Website:Welcome Dr. Megan Melo MD – Phinney Primary Care & WellnessMegan Melo, MD Family and Obesity Medicine - YouTube Did you know?You can also be a guest on our show? Please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more about the show!Socials:@physiciansguidetodoctoring on FB @physicianguidetodoctoring on YouTube@physiciansguide on Instagram and Twitter Visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect, dive deeper, and keep the conversation going. Let's grow! Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, financial, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional for personalized guidance.

Abby and Patrick welcome writer and scholar Jordan Stein to tackle a fundamental psychoanalytic concept that's also a fundamentally slippery one: fantasy. What, exactly, are these things we call “fantasies,” which arise in a liminal zone between what we consciously, intentionally imagine and what seems to come to us, unbidden, from the unconscious? How do fantasies straddle the gaps between the real world as we understand it, scenarios we know to be impossible, and things we try, nonetheless, to envision otherwise? How is fantasy different from desire? And above all, how what does fantasy reflect our understandings of other people, living or dead, whom we may “know” only via the popular imagination, as cultural figures, and yet who come to play crucial roles in our own self-fashioning and navigation of life events? Jordan's wonderful new book, Fantasies of Nina Simone, offers a perfect springboard for pursuing these questions, while also casting new light on the biography, oeuvre, and legacy of an artist whose ability to give literal voice to so many different characters and fantasies has few other parallels in twentieth century music. Abby, Patrick, and Jordan's conversation ranges widely through Simone's work, from her classic songbook standards to her transformational covers of singers as from Bob Dylan to Sinatra to the Bee Gees, and explores what we know, and what we can only fantasize about, her personal transformations, political engagements, and singular expressions of joy, loneliness, yearning, and so much more.Books by Jordan Alexander Stein: Fantasies of Nina Simone, Avidly Reads Theory, When Novels Were Books.A Spotify playlist for Fantasies of Nina Simone is available at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6QUnsR5Pl8qbQ1jzqYLb0a Have you noticed that Freud is back? Got questions about psychoanalysis? Or maybe you've traversed the fantasy and lived to tell the tale? Leave us a voicemail! (646) 450-0847A podcast about psychoanalysis, politics, pop culture, and the ways we suffer now. New episodes on Saturdays. Follow us on social media: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ordinaryunhappiness Twitter: @UnhappinessPod Instagram: @ordinaryunhappiness Patreon: patreon.com/OrdinaryUnhappiness

The Nation's Jeet Heer talks to us about the Democratic Party's rebuilding efforts. Congresswoman Becca Balint examines how to push back against Trump's agenda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What will American tax policy look like in 2025?In today's Congressional Corner, Vermont Congresswoman Becca Balint, a Democrat at-large, wraps up her conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded November 15th.

Democrats aren't holding a lot of cards heading into 2025.In today's Congressional Corner, Vermont Congresswoman Becca Balint, a Democrat at-large, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded November 15th.

Election post-mortems continue.In today's Congressional Corner, Vermont Congresswoman Becca Balint, a Democrat at-large, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded November 15th.

Are you feeling the pressure of hustle culture? Do you dream of running a successful business without sacrificing your personal life and well-being? It's time for you to build a SOFT business. In today's episode, I'm chatting with Molly Balint, the creator of the SOFT. Business Movement. If you've ever struggled with burnout, or felt like the […] The post 174: Building a SOFT Business with Molly Balint appeared first on Laylee Emadi | Coach for Creative Educators.

MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell examines how Trump expressing his hatred of Taylor Swift could help him lose his presidential aspirations. The Groundwork Collective's Lindsay Owens educates us on price gouging, including VP Harris's plans to fight it. Democracy Forward's Skye Perryman details how her organization is pushing back against Republicans' constant overreach of power. As a bonus, we have a portion of a conversation from Democracy Forward's event at the DNC with Congresswoman Becca Balint, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, and Congressman Maxwell Frost.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to our voter education series for queer women: Made It Out (to the polls), in collaboration with LPAC. This limited series will air on Thursdays for 6 weeks, but we wanted to share one episode on our regular Tuesday slot to show you what it's about. This episode, Vermont State Representative Becca Balint discusses Project 2025 - she explains what it is, how real of a threat it is to the LGBTQ community and what we can do to stop it. We want Made It Out (to the polls) to be a safe, collaborative and engaged space where we can all discuss so we invite conversation in the comments but, as always, we ask that you do so with care. Please follow our guest @beccabalintvt and follow LPAC @teamLPAC  For all other inquiries, please email madeitout@mgmt-entertainment.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices