Podcasts about Bridgman

LIFE's new lead pastor, Daniel Bridgman kicks off his inaugural Sunday by preaching from Luke 9:57-62 with a refocus on LIFE's mission "to purse at all costs a passionate, God-centered life."

Notes: Dr. Bridgman discusses his path from Winnipeg to McGill and how he became involved with the Media Ecosystem Observatory while still a PhD student. The conversation turns to the origins of the Media Ecosystem Observatory during the 2019 Canadian federal election and how its work continued through the pandemic, the Hogue Commission and the growing focus on information ecosystem health in Canada. Dr. Bridgman explains why COVID-19 and AI have been two major disruptions in the information environment and why AI agents may become one of the main ways people encounter public information. The episode looks at the shift from traditional search, where users clicked through to sources, to AI summaries that may give users enough information without sending them to the people or organizations that produced it. Dr. Bridgman discusses the problem of value transfer, explaining how aggregators have captured value from original information production and how AI agents may become even more powerful aggregators. The conversation considers how common AI news use already is, including the difficulty of measuring it because many people may not recognize that ordinary search now includes AI-generated answers. Dr. Bridgman explains what he means by an AI agent: a general intelligence connected to tools that allow it to search, read, summarize and act in digital environments. The discussion uses the idea of AI as a “brilliant intern” to explain why these systems can be useful, capable and eager to please, while still lacking judgment about the broader consequences of how they complete a task. The episode closes by looking at the harms that may follow if original information production is not sustained, including poorer information, weaker attribution and new challenges for democratic accountability. About our guest: Dr. Aengus Bridgman https://meo.ca/people/aengus-bridgman https://abridgman.ca/ Papers or resources mentioned in this episode: Owen, T., & Bridgman, A. (2026). AI News Audit: How AI Models Use and Distribute Canadian Journalism. Media Ecosystem Observatory. https://meo.ca/work/how-ai-models-use-and-distribute-canadian-journalism Owen, T., & Bridgman, A. (2026). AI News Audit: AI, Canadian Journalism, and Paths for Policy Action. Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy. https://www.mediatechdemocracy.com/all-work/ai-canadian-journalism-and-paths-for-policy-action Other: Media Ecosystem Observatory https://meo.ca/ Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy https://www.mediatechdemocracy.com/

Zack is filling in for Ken and invites Sarah Spoonholtz of the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber fill us in on happenings around Niles, Buchanan, Bridgman, Stevensville, St. Joe and Benton Harbor. Get more from the Chamber at SMRChamber.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with comedian Andrew Lumsden, aka Te Radar, about his Ruth Spencer's new book 'Kiwi Country; Rural NZ in 100 Objects', his family's farming background and the upcoming FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final in New Plymouth (July 2-4)... And he talks with Sam Bridgman, Pāmu Head of Sustainability, about its progress in reducing GHG emissions in the last few years, how they've achieved it and how it links to profitability. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Sam Bridgman, Pāmu Head of Sustainability, about its progress in reducing GHG emissions in the last few years, how they've achieved it and how it links to profitability. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

In this RaboTalk Growing our Future episode, host Katie Rodwell speaks with Sam Bridgman, Head of Sustainability at Pāmu, about how New Zealand's largest farming corporate is making sustainability practical and profitable across 112 farms.Sam outlines the five key drivers shaping Pāmu's approach and shares how strategy is being turned into on-farm action through tailored farm environment plans and regional sustainability support. In this episode, you'll hear real examples of building income resilience through diversification and how Pāmu is mapping climate risks for every property out to 2050 and sharing these learnings with the wider sector.Like what you've heard? Follow our podcast for more great content.Show Notes: The Pāmu Mandate and PurposeAs a state owned enterprise, Pāmu must be a successful business that is profitable, efficient, and socially responsible. Sam explains their purpose: leading the delivery of sustainable agricultural solutions for future generations across a diverse portfolio including sheep, beef, dairy, deer, forestry, and horticulture.Five Drivers of SustainabilitySam identifies the key buckets driving their work:Market Requirements: Meeting low emission and nature-based standards for international customers.Compliance: Meeting domestic policy and local regulatory requirements.Risk and Opportunity: Accessing cheaper capital and managing long-term climate risks.Environmental Stewardship: Prioritising pest control and biodiversity protection.Brand and Reputation: Maintaining social license within rural communities.Turning Strategy into Operational ActionPāmu uses a regional model where sustainability advisors work alongside farm teams to implement national goals locally. Every farm operates under a tailored farm environment plan, providing a consistent baseline for regulatory and market assurance.Diversification and Income ResilienceStrategic land use changes, such as transitioning a Northland property from dairy to avocados and berries, help stabilise income. These decisions are based on long-term climate scenarios and the opportunity to participate in high-value, diversified markets.Climate Adaptation and Future MappingPāmu has developed climate outlooks for every property through to 2050. These reports identify vulnerabilities like drought or extreme rainfall. This data is being shared with the wider sector via MPI to help all New Zealand farmers prepare for increasing volatility.Collaboration and Research TrialsThrough the St Kilda Feed Efficiency site and partnerships with AgriZero, Pāmu tests methane genetics and new emission-reduction tools. This acts as a bridge between lab research and commercial reality, getting practical solutions into farmers' hands sooner.Future Trends: Nature as the Value AddClimate resilience is becoming essential for accessing capital and insurance. Sam believes that while carbon is now the baseline, nature-positive credentials offer the next big opportunity for New Zealand to differentiate its products globally.Final Advice: The Nature OpportunitySam's message is one of practical optimism: sustainability and efficiency go hand in hand. By focusing on climate resilience and nature-based data, farmers can turn environmental challenges into a competitive advantage. Carbon is the minimum standard, but proving our nature-positive impact is where the future value lies.

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Tune in to the final episode of the introduction series of our new lead pastor, Daniel Bridgman!

Join us for part two of learning more about LIFE's new lead pastor, Daniel Bridgman.

We are so excited to welcome our new lead pastor, Daniel Bridgman, and host him on LIFETalks so we can dive deep into learning who he is! 

US Men's and Women's Hockey teams win Gold in OT over Canada; Cincy, Duke, AZ, BYU and UCLA win in men's CBB and Bridgman wins at Riv

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Melodie Bridgeman from the Carver County Community Development Agency pulls back the curtain on programs most residents don't know exist. We dig into the CDA's down payment assistance offering up to $50,000 in forgivable loans for first-time buyers, break down how Community Land Trusts let families purchase $400,000 homes at $250,000 price points, and Melodie tells the full story behind Chaska Yards—a decade-long project involving a yellow brick house moved at half a mile per hour, an accidental fire caused by a gecko heat lamp, and archaeologists excavating 1,900 artifacts from a historic outhouse pit.We also cover Section 8 and rental assistance (and clear up some misconceptions), resources for homeowners facing financial hardship, and Next Stage—the free entrepreneurial support program that helped 50 Carver County businesses secure nearly $3 million in financing last year.Whether you're a first-time buyer wondering how to afford Carver County, a landlord curious about voucher programs, or someone with a business idea you've been sitting on, this episode has something for you.CarverCDA.org | NextStageMN.org

Sarah and Zack cover the latest happenings around Southwest Michigan's business community from Niles to Bridgman and Benton Harbor. Head to SMRChamber.com for more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Zack cover the latest happenings around Southwest Michigan's business community from Niles to Bridgman and Benton Harbor. Head to SMRChamber.com for more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This week we finally got the gang together for our Episode 250 spectacular. We join forces with Matt, Travis, and Paris of Cinephile's Digest and Brad of Cinema Speak to draft the top 25 films from the Letterboxd top 250 list. We do so while drinking Junie - Sa' Mo' A' (2024). An imperial stout by Transient Artisan Ales out of Bridgman, Michigan. There's beer, arguments, agreements, and a lot of vetos, so buckle in for a long one.

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Frank Miller is regarded as one of the most influential and awarded creators. He began his career in comics in the late 1970s, first gaining notoriety as the artist, and later writer, of Daredevil for Marvel Comics. Next, came the science-fiction samurai drama Ronin, followed by the groundbreaking Batman: The Dark Knight Returns and Batman: Year One with artist David Mazzuchelli. Following these seminal works, Miller fulfilled a lifelong dream by doing an all-out crime series, Sin City, which spawned two blockbuster films that he co-directed with Robert Rodriguez. Miller's multi-award-winning graphic novel 300 was also adapted into a highly successful film by Zack Snyder. His upcoming memoir, Push the Wall: My Life, Writing, Drawing, and the Art of Storytelling, is now available for pre-order.This episode is brought to you by: Eight Sleep Pod Cover 5 sleeping solution for dynamic cooling and heating: EightSleep.com/Tim (use code TIM to get $350 off your very own Pod 5 Ultra.)Shopify global commerce platform, providing tools to start, grow, market, and manage a retail business: https://shopify.com/tim (one-dollar-per-month trial period)AG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement: DrinkAG1.com/Tim (1-year supply of Vitamin D (and 5 free AG1 travel packs) with your first subscription purchase.)Timestamps:[00:00:00] Start.[00:02:14] Aristotle's definition of happiness: Devotion to excellence.[00:03:02] Tools of the trade: Blackwing pencils, India ink, liquid frisket.[00:04:45] Sin City‘s physical creation at “twice up” size.[00:08:06] The toothbrush spatter technique.[00:09:24] Channeling impatience, anger, and violence into dramatic creative work.[00:10:33] What Jack Kirby knew about making comics competitive with cinema's spectacle.[00:11:56] Will Eisner and The Spirit‘s influence on the US market where writer-artist duality is rare.[00:13:33] How Jack Kirby blasted apart the panel grid (and a young Frank's mind).[00:15:49] Push the wall and defy the code.[00:19:54] The ruthless mentorship of Neal Adams.[00:24:57] The genesis of the Elektra amd Daredevil “soap opera.”[00:27:56] Story structure: Start late, end early.[00:29:10] Trusting the muse over rigid methodology.[00:31:15] European invasion: Moebius and Forbidden Planet.[00:32:52] Japanese influence: Lone Wolf and Cub‘s impact.[00:34:30] Cultural differences in depicting violence and motion.[00:36:38] Ronin: Shameless imitation and rebirth.[00:37:28] How does Frank know if something is working (or not working)?[00:39:27] The critical reception of Ronin as a “broken nose.”[00:42:37] The ruthless structure of The Dark Knight Returns.[00:43:40] Mutual elevation with “smartest fan” Alan Moore.[00:48:26] Robert Rodriguez: Angel of goodwill and generosity.[00:49:28] Sin City film: Co-directing and the Director's Guild sacrifice.[00:50:31] Working as a “two-headed beast” with Rodriguez.[00:55:27] Favorite films.[00:58:19] Books and ancient history inspiring 300.[00:59:00] Hollywood lessons: The importance of working with the right people.[01:01:13] The partnership and guidance of Silenn Thomas.[01:02:01] The clarity and creative rejuvenation of getting sober from alcohol.[01:04:48] Advice for aspiring comic artists: Story, story, story.[01:06:20] Learning to draw: Bridgman and Loomis books.[01:08:07] Perspective as a mathematical trick and lie.[01:11:00] Dick Giordano's advice: Lay in blacks first.[01:13:52] Sin City workflow innovation: Batch processing stages.[01:15:48] Dark Horse Comics and creative freedom.[01:17:29] Economy of line work and elegant minimalism.[01:20:46] On collaborating with Bill Sienkiewicz on Elektra.[01:25:20] Billboard wisdom: “Ask every question,” and “Why?”[01:27:08] Challenging pathological conformity.[01:27:39] Parting thoughts and where to find Frank's work.*For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's news: Governor Gretchen Whitmer is pushing for free school meals to remain in the final state budget. A new program is turning Benton Harbor residents into community leaders so they can help make their neighborhoods healthier. More than 1,200 extra workers are now on site at the Cook nuclear power plant in Bridgman for Unit 2's 28th refueling outage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Governor Gretchen Whitmer is pushing for free school meals to remain in the final state budget. A new program is turning Benton Harbor residents into community leaders so they can help make their neighborhoods healthier. More than 1,200 extra workers are now on site at the Cook nuclear power plant in Bridgman for Unit 2's 28th refueling outage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we get caught stealing time, because it has been a while! But we are back with a review of Caught Stealing. We also discuss Unknown Number: The Highschool Catfish, Aftersun, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, and The Phoenician Scheme. All while drinking Crack of Noon. An oatmeal stout by Transient Artisan Ales, out of Bridgman, Michigan.

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Will Doctor gives you the sharpest card for the action at TPC Southwind. Description: -Discussing top 5 on odds board -Matchup, t10 -1 outright -Sleeper, FRP, 2 lineups -Scoring, best bet

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In today's news: The Berrien County Sheriff's Department is planning to have at least two deputies on patrol at Silver Beach each day this summer to help ensure peace is maintained. Following fights that shut down Silver Beach County Park on Tuesday night, Sheriff Chuck Heit tells us the department is committed to keeping the attraction a safe place for families. Van Buren County Sheriff Dan Abbott has been named the 2025 Sheriff of the Year by the Michigan Sheriffs Association. Staff at the Cook nuclear power plant in Bridgman are gearing up for a major emergency drill later this month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Catholics all over the world are mourning Pope Francis following his death at the age of 88 on Easter Sunday. As the city of St. Joseph prepares to implement its downtown paid parking program this summer, social media has blown up with negative remarks. However, some business voices downtown are urging people to give the parking plan a chance. The city of Bridgman is hoping to help revitalize a vacant building downtown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Presenting Machines Like Us, a Globe and Mail podcast on technology and people.We're a few weeks into a federal election that is currently too close to call. And while most Canadians are wondering who our next Prime Minister will be, host Taylor Owen and his guests today are preoccupied with a different question: will this election be free and fair?In her recent report on foreign interference, Justice Marie-Josée Hogue wrote that “information manipulation poses the single biggest risk to our democracy”. Meanwhile, senior Canadian intelligence officials are predicting that India, China, Pakistan and Russia will all attempt to influence the outcome of this election. To try and get a sense of what we're up against, Owen wanted to get two different perspectives on this. Aengus Bridgman is the Director of the Media Ecosystem Observatory, a project that they run together at McGill University, and Nina Jankocwicz is the co-founder and CEO of the American Sunlight Project. Bridgman and Jankocwicz are two of the leading authorities on the problem of information manipulation.This episode was originally published on April 8, 2025.

In today's news: Benton Harbor's schools superintendent calls it quits One year after surplus and tax refund, Bridgman schools cutting teachers Several area traffic crashes result in fatalities and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This week, we talk Bridgman, Berrien Springs, Coloma, and Benton Harbor Boys Basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Berrien County Board of Commissioners has voted to seek refinancing for a south county drain project after complaints its current interest rate is too high. The Michigan House has approved a $3.1 billion road funding plan drafted by Republicans and supported by a handful of Democrats. Among the Democrats to vote for the package Wednesday was state Representative Joey Andrews, who tells us it may have come from the opposing party, but he sees value in it. Unit 1 of the Cook nuclear power plant in Bridgman will be taken offline at 3 a.m. this Saturday to begin its 32nd refueling outage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A suspect has been taken to the Berrien County Jail and is facing multiple charges after a crash at the Cook nuclear power plant in Bridgman this week. Berrien County's broadband committee, BC Bit, is now seeing the end of its mission approaching. Representatives of more than 30 non-profit organizations gathered at Corewell Health Lakeland Medical Center on Thursday to talk about how they can best respond to potential federal funding cuts after a surprise announcement of a freeze in January.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: With talk of a federal grant and loan freeze, plus major government spending cuts on the horizon, Caring Connection in Benton Harbor is calling on everyone to understand how non-profits could be affected. State Senator Aric Nesbitt says the states are in a better position to make policy on education than the federal government. That's as the Trump administration moves to shut down the U.S. Department of Education. The city of Bridgman has launched a survey to find out what residents want out of its parks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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