Podcasts about Bureaucracy

A reckoning is taking place in many aspects. Jesse Kelly dives in on this edition of I'm Right.Best Of I'm Right with Jesse Kelly on The First TV | 8-29-25 Choq: Visit https://choq.com/jessetv for a 17.76% discount on your CHOQ subscription for life Beam: Visit https://shopbeam.com/JESSEKELLY and use code JESSEKELLY to get our exclusive discount of up to 40% off. Pure Talk: Go to https://www.puretalk.com/JESSETV to make the switchFollow The Jesse Kelly Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJesseKellyShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry opens the show by commenting on Quebec's tabled legislation to ban prayer in public places. Then, Brian Lilley joins the show to talk about how the asylum system is being abused and needs to change. A new report highlights the cost of ballooning bureaucracy. Samantha Dagres from MEI weighs in on this report.

This week, the guys are joined by Ryan McMillan, CEO & founder of Grayboe — an American-made, high-quality firearms company. Coming from a well-known firearms family and having served as a Navy SEAL, Ryan brings a deep passion for craftsmanship, with a special focus on fiberglass stocks. Follow Grayboe: https://www.instagram.com/grayboe/ Follow Outsider: https://www.instagram.com/outsiderig/ Shop Outsider: https://www.outsider.com/   Follow Jay: https://www.instagram.com/ifjayhadinstagram/ Follow Sam: https://www.instagram.com/sammackey615/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WeAreOutsider/podcasts Episode sponsored by: Montana Dog Food Company: https://montanadogfoodco.com/ Alpen Optics: https://alpenoptics.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keywordscybersecurity, product management, career development, market strategy, customer insights, hacking, music, team building, startup life, risk management  SummaryIn this episode of No Password Required, host Jack Clabby and co-host Kayleigh Melton engage in a lively conversation with John Shipp, a product strategist at Rapid7. They explore John's unique journey from a metalhead to a cybersecurity expert, discussing the importance of passion in career development, the intricacies of product management, and the significance of customer insights in shaping cybersecurity solutions. John shares his early experiences in hacking, the influence of music on his life, and the value of building strong teams and company culture. The episode concludes with a fun segment called the Lifestyle Polygraph, where John answers quirky questions about his ideal cyber team and his dream day with Ric Flair.  TakeawaysBeing a metalhead prepares you for the boardroom.You can follow your passion and thrive in your career.Product management involves understanding customer needs and market dynamics.Curiosity is a key driver in the tech field.Great teams are built on strong leadership and culture.Startup life requires a willingness to take risks.Networking and building relationships are crucial in cybersecurity.Understanding your risk appetite is important when considering career moves.Music can be a significant influence on personal and professional life.Mentorship and sharing knowledge are vital for growth in the industry. TitlesFrom Metal to Management: A Cybersecurity JourneyPassion and Profession: Finding Your Path in Cybersecurity Sound bites"You can follow your passion and thrive.""I learned security at scale.""Curiosity drives my passion for tech." Chapters00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and Personal Journeys02:49 The Role of Passion in Career Development05:21 Navigating Product Management and Market Strategy08:23 The Evolution of Cybersecurity Skills11:37 The Importance of Customer Insights in Product Development14:35 Early Experiences in Hacking and Cybersecurity17:24 The Influence of Music on Personal and Professional Life20:19 Building Teams and Company Culture23:10 Startup Life and Risk Management26:08 Lifestyle Polygraph: Fun Questions and Insights29:13 Final Thoughts and Connections 

Most people try to avoid the long lines and frustrations that come with vehicle registration and emissions testing. But Rafael Arroyo saw an opportunity to turn that frustration into a service—and a business. In Las Vegas, he combined emissions testing with vehicle registration services, saving people time and hassle. But the state's motor vehicle agency didn't like the competition. They shut him down and made it nearly impossible to continue. On this episode of American Potential, host David From talks with Rafael about how he fought back. With his business on the line, Rafael didn't quit—he built relationships with local legislators, rallied other entrepreneurs, and worked through the political process to pass legislation that protected not only his business but an entire industry. His story is a powerful example of how one person can push back against government overreach—and win. If you've ever felt powerless against red tape or regulations, this conversation will inspire you to take action. Rafael reminds us that freedom and opportunity aren't just ideals—they're something we must defend, one step at a time.

Send us a textWelcome to the Ones Ready 500th episode—proof that sheer stubbornness beats strategy every time. Aaron, Trent, and Peaches hit the milestone the only way they know how: zero prep, maximum chaos. From reminiscing on legends and favorite guests to dunking on officers, bad takes, and the Air Force's love for pointless bureaucracy, nothing is safe. They roast past guests, drag public affairs, tell war stories that shouldn't be real, and still manage to get mad at dudes failing a run test we've been screaming about for years. It's five years, 650 episodes, countless hours of content, and not a single filter in sight.If you came for polished professionalism, wrong show. If you came for blunt honesty, inappropriate jokes, and insider dirt on the world of Air Force Special Warfare—welcome to 500.⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – 500 episodes, zero show prep (standard operating procedure) 04:15 – Dolphins, octopi, and derailed conversations 07:20 – Favorite guests, repeat offenders, and tourniquet drama 12:00 – Joanne Bass had more guts than half of DoD 14:20 – Legendary guests dropping mind-blowing stories 17:30 – Bureaucracy, buzzwords, and why groups are useless 20:59 – Trent vs. the officer who called him “Trinton” 23:47 – Curiosity over prep: why Ones Ready never scripts 27:29 – The gag orders that made us more popular 31:57 – Cannon AFB: where careers go to die 35:51 – Dad mode: why we're invested in you 40:16 – Fighting coneheads in comment sections (and losing sanity) 42:46 – From sweaty garages to actual studios 46:28 – Deployment training schedules from hell 50:02 – Deployment mustaches and Ranger “oops, I shot you” stories 54:29 – Why this podcast still exists: we refused to quit 59:24 – Pentagon purges, bad leaders, and calling names 01:02:25 – Official unofficial podcast of the Air Force 01:04:24 – Officer impersonations and comment section hate 01:05:43 – 500 episodes later: thanks for riding with us

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In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop speaks with Juan Verhook, founder of Tender Market, about how AI reshapes creativity, work, and society. They explore the risks of AI-generated slop versus authentic expression, the tension between probability and uniqueness, and why the complexity dilemma makes human-in-the-loop design essential. Juan connects bureaucracy to proto-AI, questions the incentives driving black-box models, and considers how scaling laws shape emergent intelligence. The conversation balances skepticism with curiosity, reflecting on authenticity, creativity, and the economic realities of building in an AI-driven world. You can learn more about Juan Verhook's work or connect with him directly through his LinkedIn or via his website at tendermarket.eu.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:00 – Stewart and Juan open by contrasting AI slop with authentic creative work. 05:00 – Discussion of probability versus uniqueness and what makes output meaningful. 10:00 – The complexity dilemma emerges, as systems grow opaque and fragile. 15:00 – Why human-in-the-loop remains central to trustworthy AI. 20:00 – Juan draws parallels between bureaucracy and proto-AI structures. 25:00 – Exploration of black-box models and the limits of explainability. 30:00 – The role of economic incentives in shaping AI development. 35:00 – Reflections on nature versus nurture in intelligence, human and machine. 40:00 – How scaling laws drive emergent behavior, but not always understanding. 45:00 – Weighing authenticity and creativity against automation's pull. 50:00 – Closing thoughts on optimism versus pessimism in the future of work.Key InsightsAI slop versus authenticity – Juan emphasizes that much of today's AI output tends toward “slop,” a kind of lowest-common-denominator content driven by probability. The challenge, he argues, is not just generating more information but protecting uniqueness and cultivating authenticity in an age where machines are optimized for averages.The complexity dilemma – As AI systems grow in scale, they become harder to understand, explain, and control. Juan frames this as a “complexity dilemma”: every increase in capability carries a parallel increase in opacity, leaving us to navigate trade-offs between power and transparency.Human-in-the-loop as necessity – Instead of replacing people, AI works best when embedded in systems where humans provide judgment, context, and ethical grounding. Juan sees human-in-the-loop design not as a stopgap, but as the foundation for trustworthy AI use.Bureaucracy as proto-AI – Juan provocatively links bureaucracy to early forms of artificial intelligence. Both are systems that process information, enforce rules, and reduce individuality into standardized outputs. This analogy helps highlight the social risks of AI if left unexamined: efficiency at the cost of humanity.Economic incentives drive design – The trajectory of AI is not determined by technical possibility alone but by the economic structures funding it. Black-box models dominate because they are profitable, not because they are inherently better for society. Incentives, not ideals, shape which technologies win.Nature, nurture, and machine intelligence – Juan extends the age-old debate about human intelligence into the AI domain, asking whether machine learning is more shaped by architecture (nature) or training data (nurture). This reflection surfaces the uncertainty of what “intelligence” even means when applied to artificial systems.Optimism and pessimism in balance – While AI carries risks of homogenization and loss of meaning, Juan maintains a cautiously optimistic view. By prioritizing creativity, human agency, and economic models aligned with authenticity, he sees pathways where AI amplifies rather than diminishes human potential.

Join us for an explosive episode of Joe Untamed as we dive into the heart of America's urban crisis and the change in federal law enforcement. Exactly one week after President Trump's bold declaration of "Liberation Day" in Washington, D.C., we unpack the dramatic takeover of the city's policing with retired Air Force Colonel Berney Flowers. As a former congressional candidate, author, and podcast host, Berney brings his unique perspective from nearly 21 years of military service, including deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and Ukraine, to dissect the failures of state leadership in Maryland and the potential blueprint Trump's DC crackdown offers for other high-crime areas. We'll explore whether this is a temporary fix or a model for the future, and how his experiences in conflict zones shape his views on domestic safety. But that's not all—our second guest, Kyle Seraphin, a suspended FBI whistleblower turned relentless reformer, will expose the rot within the bureau under the new leadership of Kash Patel and Dan Bongino. With Kyle's firsthand account of the FBI's mishandling of cases like January 6 and the Epstein client list, we'll uncover the corruption that has plagued the organization and question whether Patel and Bongino can truly turn the tide. From Kyle's daily show on Rumble to his sharp critiques on X, this episode promises to ignite your passion for truth and justice. Don't miss this unfiltered, hard-hitting conversation that could redefine your understanding of crime, corruption, and the fight for bringing America back.  

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Bureaucracy – everybody's favourite colleague. A structure that ensures governance, compliance, and stability, however, at the cost of efficiency and agility.  Is bureaucracy a necessary evil? No need to wonder anymore, in this episode of the Podcast with Margus Sarapuu, Senior Expert at e-Governance Academy.Seasoned in public sector innovation, he comes from the recent experience with Estonia's Zero Bureacracy initiative, within a wider framework of real-time economy plans taking place across the EU. We shed light on how digital transformation can help governments cut red tape, enhance efficiency, and drive economic growth by addressing the details that matter. However, this also highlights the differences across the globe in how this is done. Tune in! 

From Car Factory Apprentice to Cabinet Minister - Gillian Keegan's Inspiring Journey Join us on this episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future, where we chat with Gillian Keegan, who has had an extraordinary career that spans from working as an apprentice in a car factory to becoming a prominent political figure and Education Secretary. In this engaging conversation, Gillian shares her thoughts on key societal issues, her journey through various industries, the importance of degree apprenticeships, and her experiences in politics. Tune in to hear about her insights on leadership, social care, AI, and her exciting future plans. 00:00 The Fragility of Society 00:18 Gillian Keegan's Political Journey 00:33 Rising to the Cabinet 00:59 Navigating Political Challenges 02:38 Losing a Seat and Moving Forward 04:11 From Business to Politics 04:46 The Importance of Apprenticeships 09:52 Leadership and Strategy 13:13 The Brutality of Politics 14:01 Women in Politics 25:33 Degree Apprenticeships 30:32 Ministerial Roles and Challenges 37:27 Curiosity and Lifelong Learning 38:45 Returning to Education 39:57 Introduction of Key Figures 40:09 Unexpected Cabinet Appointment 41:21 Challenges in Political Leadership 43:37 Teacher Retention Issues 47:06 Impact of Bureaucracy on Professions 01:00:10 AI and the Future of Work 01:02:28 Personal Reflections and Future Plans 01:14:17 Final Thoughts and Farewell ********** Follow us on socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmysjobs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmysjobsofthefuture Twitter / X: https://www.twitter.com/JimmyM Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-mcloughlin-obe/ Want to come on the show? hello@jobsofthefuture.co Sponsor the show or Partner with us: sunny@jobsofthefuture.co Credits: Host / Exec Producer: Jimmy McLoughlin OBE Producer: Sunny Winter https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunnywinter/ Junior Producer: Thuy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Crazy Wisdom, host Stewart Alsop speaks with Michael Jagdeo, a headhunter and founder working with Exponent Labs and The Syndicate, about the cycles of money, power, and technology that shape our world. Their conversation touches on financial history through The Ascent of Money by Niall Ferguson and William Bagehot's The Money Market, the rise and fall of financial centers from London to New York and the new Texas Stock Exchange, the consolidation of industries and the theory of oligarchical collectivism, the role of AI as both tool and chaos agent, Bitcoin and “quantitative re-centralization,” the dynamics of exponential organizations, and the balance between collectivism and individualism. Jagdeo also shares recruiting philosophies rooted in stories like “stone soup,” frameworks like Yu-Kai Chou's Octalysis and the User Type Hexad, and book recommendations including Salim Ismail's Exponential Organizations and Arthur Koestler's The Act of Creation. Along the way they explore servant leadership, Price's Law, Linux and open source futures, religion as an operating system, and the cyclical nature of civilizations. You can learn more about Michael Jagdeo or reach out to him directly through Twitter or LinkedIn.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:05 Stewart Alsop introduces Michael Jagdeo, who shares his path from headhunting actuaries and IT talent into launching startups with Exponent Labs and The Syndicate.00:10 They connect recruiting to financial history, discussing actuaries, The Ascent of Money, and William Bagehot's The Money Market on the London money market and railways.00:15 The Rothschilds, institutional knowledge, and Corn Laws lead into questions about New York as a financial center and the quiet launch of the Texas Stock Exchange by Citadel and BlackRock.00:20 Capital power, George Soros vs. the Bank of England, chaos, paper clips, and Orwell's oligarchical collectivism frame industry consolidation, syndicates, and stone soup.00:25 They debate imperial conquest, bourgeoisie leisure, the decline of the middle class, AI as chaos agent, digital twins, Sarah Connor, Godzilla, and nuclear metaphors.00:30 Conversation turns to Bitcoin, “quantitative re-centralization,” Jack Bogle, index funds, Robinhood micro bailouts, and AI as both entropy and negative entropy.00:35 Jagdeo discusses Jim Keller, Tenstorrent, RISC-V, Nvidia CUDA, exponential organizations, Price's Law, bureaucracy, and servant leadership with the parable of stone soup.00:40 Recruiting as symbiosis, biophilia, trust, Judas, Wilhelm Reich, AI tools, Octalysis gamification, Jordan vs. triangle offense, and the role of laughter in persuasion emerge.00:45 They explore religion as operating systems, Greek gods, Comte's stages, Nietzsche, Jung, nostalgia, scientism, and Jordan Peterson's revival of tradition.00:50 The episode closes with Linux debates, Ubuntu, Framer laptops, PewDiePie, and Jagdeo's nod to Liminal Snake on epistemic centers and turning curses into blessings.Key InsightsOne of the central insights of the conversation is how financial history repeats through cycles of consolidation and power shifts. Michael Jagdeo draws on William Bagehot's The Money Market to explain how London became the hub of European finance, much like New York later did, and how the Texas Stock Exchange signals a possible southern resurgence of financial influence in America. The pattern of wealth moving with institutional shifts underscores how markets, capital, and politics remain intertwined.Jagdeo and Alsop emphasize that industries naturally oligarchize. Borrowing from Orwell's “oligarchical collectivism,” Jagdeo notes that whether in diamonds, food, or finance, consolidation emerges as economies of scale take over. This breeds syndicates and monopolies, often interpreted as conspiracies but really the predictable outcome of industrial maturation.Another powerful theme is the stone soup model of collaboration. Jagdeo applies this parable to recruiting, showing that no single individual can achieve large goals alone. By framing opportunities as shared ventures where each person adds their own ingredient, leaders can attract top talent while fostering genuine symbiosis.Technology, and particularly AI, is cast as both chaos agent and amplifier of human potential. The conversation likens AI to nuclear power—capable of great destruction or progress. From digital twins to Sarah Connor metaphors, they argue AI represents not just artificial intelligence but artificial knowledge and action, pushing humans to adapt quickly to its disruptive presence.The discussion of Bitcoin and digital currencies reframes decentralization as potentially another trap. Jagdeo provocatively calls Bitcoin “quantitative re-centralization,” suggesting that far from liberating individuals, digital currencies may accelerate neo-feudalism by creating new oligarchies and consolidating financial control in unexpected ways.Exponential organizations and the leverage of small teams emerge as another key point. Citing Price's Law, Jagdeo explains how fewer than a dozen highly capable individuals can now achieve billion-dollar valuations thanks to open source hardware, AI, and network effects. This trend redefines scale, making nimble collectives more powerful than bureaucratic giants.Finally, the episode highlights the cyclical nature of civilizations and belief systems. From Rome vs. Carthage to Greek gods shifting with societal needs, to Nietzsche's “God is dead” and Jung's view of recurring deaths of divinity, Jagdeo argues that religion, ideology, and operating systems reflect underlying incentives. Western nostalgia for past structures, whether political or religious, risks idolatry, while the real path forward may lie in new blends of individualism, collectivism, and adaptive tools like Linux and AI.

Grant Robertson takes a seat with Jake Tame on Q+A as his memoir drops and the Royal Commission into C19 ramps up again.The decisions of Luxon's govt are not favoured by the business community with a scathing article released in the Sunday Star TimesMajor building consent changes and Seymour goes after helmets, all in the name of cutting red tape.=================================Come support the work we're doing by becoming a Patron of ⁠⁠#BHN⁠⁠ www.patreon.com/BigHairyNews⁠=================================Merch available at www.BHNShop.nz Like us on Facebookwww.facebook.com/BigHairyNews Follow us on Twitter.@patbrittenden @Chewie_NZFollow us on BlueskyPat @patbrittenden.bsky.socialChewie @chewienz.bsky.socialEmily @iamprettyawesome.bsky.socialMagenta @xkaosmagex.bsky.social

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Bureaucracies grow larger while failing at their core duties. From the Postal Service losing billions in a single quarter to the Department of Transportation mishandling aviation oversight, citizens watch waste and abuse thrive. When leaders push agencies to ignore law and Constitution, the people must recognize violations of their rights and learn how to defend them...

Guests: Joseph Postell, Todd Starnes, & Korey D. Maas Host Scot Bertram talks with Joseph Postell, associate professor of politics at Hillsdale College, about the conservative counter-revolution against the bureaucratic state as detailed in his book Bureaucracy in America: The Administrative State’s Challenge to Constitutional Government. Todd Starnes, commentator, author, and radio host, discusses his new book Star-Spangled Blessings: Devotions for Patriots. And Korey D. Maas, chairman and associate professor of history at Hillsdale College, gives a survey of the life and work of English reformer and martyr Robert Barnes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As President Trump pushes to unwind one proxy war—with Russia in Ukraine—he's ramping up another in this hemisphere: ordering the Pentagon to ready battle plans against Latin American drug cartels. On our panel, Cato scholars weigh the odds of a Putin deal and the risk of replaying past drug war disasters.Featuring Ryan Bourne, Ian Vásquez, Gene Healy, and Justin LoganLinks for Show NotesJustin Logan, “Trump Shouldn't Settle for European Spending Pledges,” Foreign Policy, July 25, 2025Brandan P. Buck, “Invading Mexico Will Not Solve the Cartel Problem,” The American Conservative, December 17, 2024Ian Vasquez, “Deregulation in Argentina: Milei Takes “Deep Chainsaw” to Bureaucracy and Red Tape,” Free Society (Spring 2025) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It took little more than a single generation for the centuries-old Roman Empire to fall. In those critical decades, while Christians and pagans, legions and barbarians, generals and politicians squabbled over dwindling scraps of power, two men – former comrades on the battlefield – rose to prominence on opposite sides of the great game of empire. Roman general Flavius Stilicho, the man behind the Roman throne, dedicated himself to restoring imperial glory, only to find himself struggling for his life against political foes. Alaric, King of the Goths, desired to be a friend of Rome, was betrayed by it, and given no choice but to become its enemy. Battling each other to a standstill, these two warriors ultimately overcame their differences in order to save the empire from enemies on all sides. And when Stilicho fell, Alaric took vengeance on Rome, sacking it in 410, triggering the ultimate downfall of the Western Empire. To discuss this critical decade in Western history is Don Hollway, author of “At the Gates of Rome: The Fall of the Eternal City, AD 410.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hopes to fix the Santee Sioux Nation's lack of clean drinking water faded as federal funding for a pipeline project is increasingly tangled in government turmoil. Tribal citizens are forced to drink bottled water to avoid the high levels of manganese in well water. On the Navajo Nation, dozens of people's water wells are contaminated with chemicals, like benzene, associated with the oil and gas drilling industry. There are many mysterious, uncapped wells that could be contributing to the problem. They are just two of the problems tribal citizens are having when it comes to accessing the most basic resource. GUESTS Heather Tanana (Diné), initiative lead of the Universal Access to Clean Water for Tribal Communities and law professor at the University of Denver Nicole Horseherder (Navajo), executive director of Tó Nizhóní Ání Kameron Runnels (Santee Sioux), vice chairman of the Santee Sioux Nation Jerry Redfern, staff reporter for Capital & Main

[Join our community at my Substack where we continue these conversations with deeper dives into the biggest lessons from each episode, plus my regular essays and behind-the-scenes thoughts: https://bogumilbaranowski.substack.com/] James Emanuel is a London-based contrarian investor and founder of Rock and Turner who discovers fundamentally misunderstood companies trading at massive discounts while building his reputation through popular Substack newsletter research and his book "Fabric of Success."3:00 - Emanuel's intellectual curiosity shaped his contrarian approach: "I take nothing at face value. I question absolutely everything" - discusses how questioning religious beliefs as a child developed critical thinking essential for investing6:00 - The Rolex story reveals value perception: bought same expensive watch as colleague but paid significantly less, demonstrating "price is what you pay, but value is what you get" - watch now worth 3x original price9:00 - Law background creates analytical advantage: legal training teaches structured thinking and considering counterarguments, invaluable for examining investment downside risks12:00 - Convergence theory and "golden threads": successful businesses across different eras/industries evolve similar approaches - like sharks and dolphins reaching similar design through different evolutionary paths15:00 - People matter most: "The jockey is more important than the horse" - Apple's near-bankruptcy under Scully vs. massive success under Jobs proves same company with different leader becomes entirely different investment18:00 - Succession planning as golden thread: best companies promote from within (Novo Nordisk had only 5 CEOs in 103 years, Costco leaders worked up from entry-level)21:00 - Bureaucracy as "corporate virus": processes become more important than results, stifling innovation and driving away top talent24:00 - Stock screeners are garbage: statutory accounts weren't designed for investors, focus on qualitative analysis over quantitative metrics27:00 - John Malone created EBITDA metric because Wall Street couldn't understand his tax-minimizing strategy - TCI became 900-bagger despite appearing expensive on earnings multiplesPodcast Program – Disclosure StatementBlue Infinitas Capital, LLC is a registered investment adviser and the opinions expressed by the Firm's employees and podcast guests on this show are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Blue Infinitas Capital, LLC. All statements and opinions expressed are based upon information considered reliable although it should not be relied upon as such. Any statements or opinions are subject to change without notice.Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed.Information expressed does not take into account your specific situation or objectives, and is not intended as recommendations appropriate for any individual. Listeners are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

A pipeline from Texas to Arizona is under construction. Broomhead talks about APS shifting its emissions plan and goal of being carbon neutral by 2050.

with @nayafia and @smc90 Ideas, memes, and vibes are some of the most important drivers of modern technology adoption, marketing, and much more -- and have been much-covered by everyone from Darwin to Dawkins to Girard to many others. Yet the topic of antimemetics -- self-censoring (vs. self-propagating) ideas -- whether something fringe, forgotten, or forbidden -- haven't been studied as much, especially in the context of modern networks. So in this special book-launch episode, we cover the important concept of antimemetics (and memetics) -- focusing on: where and how ideas take off in groups, whether in online chats or other high-shared context communities; how ideas not just spread but are contained, or mutate in strange ways; why packaging ideas matters; and what we can all do to move ideas to action. Where do bureacracy, institutions, and protocols come in? What about tacit knowledge that lies in these communities, how (or do) we make it explicit? What roles -- from truth tellers to champions to individual nodes in networks -- can and do people play in making something go from mere commentary to reality? After all, ideas -- or ideas as viruses -- are how movements happen, how innovation happens, how things change... or don't ever change despite being discussed all the time.  Our expert guest in this special book episode (following in our long tradition of sharing what we're reading) is Nadia Asparouhova, the author of the new book, Antimemetics: Why Some Ideas Resist Spreading; she is also the author of the book Working in Public: The Making and Maintenance of Open Source Software. a16z crypto's Sonal Chokshi -- who previously hosted Nadia's book-launch episode for the a16z Podcast and almost a decade before that on the changing culture of open source -- interviews Nadia on these themes, how they connect, and why they matter for the crypto industry and beyond. We also dig into some critiques -- and opportunities for builders -- too, including what happens to the public commons; network propagation including across networks; reality distortion fields; hidden knowledge; and cultural stagnation vs. cultural abundance. All this and more in this episode of web3 with a16z! 

In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nicholas Giordano sits down with George Hill, retired FBI Supervisory Intelligence Analyst, to expose the pervasive corruption festering within America's bureaucracy. They examine the disturbing revelations from declassified documents, the culture of disengagement which has eroded civic responsibility, and the weaponization of intelligence agencies against the American people. They break down how unchecked bureaucratic power threatens the very foundation of the Republic, why whistleblowers face retaliation instead of protection, and the urgent need for Congressional action to restore accountability and transparency. Episode Highlights Declassified documents confirm long-standing corruption inside intelligence agencies and the FBI. Whistleblowers face systemic retaliation, revealing Congress's failure to protect them. Oikophobia fuels cultural disengagement, self-hatred, and the rise of an unaccountable, unchecked bureaucracy that threatens the Republic.

In this episode, Mark Ledlow and Benjamin Whitfield, a seasoned security professional with a military and agency background and a former CIA, delve into the journeys of various figures transitioning from government roles to entrepreneurship, particularly focusing on Mike and Chris's post-CIA careers in the security industry and bourbon production. The conversation touches on the unique skill sets developed within the CIA, the importance of trust and networking among former agents, and the experiences that shaped their professional lives. Benjamin also shares personal anecdotes from his time with the CIA, including his harrowing experience during the terrorist attack on the American Consulate in Jetta, Saudi Arabia. The discussion provides insights into the evolving business and cultural landscape in the Middle East and how these changes impact personal and professional security.Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.KEY TAKEAWAYSReinvention is possible at any stage—skills from one career can fuel success in another. Trust and relationships are central in security and intelligence work. Bureaucratic responses can drive talented people to seek impact elsewhere. Cultural adaptation and respect are vital for success in international business. Generational shifts are changing norms in places like Saudi Arabia.QUOTES“Trust is super important in that space.” “I really have found this home in the private sector for 20 plus years now, where I can protect our people, our facilities, our operations in that appropriate way.” “It's all heavily relationship based.” “Reinvention is a skillset that both he and Chris and others have developed over a long career.”Get to know more about Benjamin Whitfield through the links below.https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminwhitfield/To hear more episodes of The Fearless Mindset podcast, you can go to https://the-fearless-mindset.simplecast.com/ or listen to major podcasting platforms such as Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, etc. You can also subscribe to the Fearless Mindset YouTube Channel to watch episodes on video.

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.  

In this After Dark episode, I sit down with my friend and retired law enforcement officer John “Chappie” Chapman. After decades of service, John's taken his experience and passion and poured it into Task Force 70, a nonprofit laser-focused on rebuilding public trust through constitutionally grounded training for America's law enforcement.We break down how the system really works—from institutionalized training gaps to the funding issues that keep over 70% of small, rural agencies from getting the support they actually need. John brings clarity to a complicated conversation and outlines what TF70 is doing differently, including two standout courses that are already making an impact.This episode isn't just for cops. It's for citizens who care about the quality of training their officers receive and how we can raise the bar without political noiseEjoy today's show!Timestamps:00:00 Intro04:42 Background In Law Enforcement06:31 Transition To Training & Instruction09:01 Challenges In Police Training14:52 Bureaucracy & Equipment Issues36:11 Foundational Skills In Modern Policing45:05 Federal Funding & Local Challenges48:56 Training Foundations & Sociological Shifts54:36 Practical Training & Foundation's Mission01:04:55 Specialized Courses & Support01:17:41 Donors, Funding & Transparency01:26:48 Measuring Training Impact01:49:06 Final Thoughts & EncouragementRed Dot Fitness Training Programs:rdfprograms.comOnline Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Connect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/

In this thought-provoking episode of Truth Works, organizational visionary Michele Zanini joins Jessica Neal and Bob Sutton to unpack the tyranny of bureaucracy and the bold promise of humanocracy. Co-author of the updated book Humanocracy, Michele explains why traditional management systems fail to inspire innovation, agility, or meaning—and how companies like Netflix, Roche, and even the U.S. Army are rewriting the rules.Together, they explore:Why companies become bureaucratic over timeThe flipside: unleashing resourceful people instead of controlling themRadical models of leadership, autonomy, and peer accountabilityHow culture is built through operating systems—not slogansIf you're a founder, HR leader, or executive trying to unshackle your team from inertia and unleash real human potential, this one is for you.

In this explosive episode of The P.A.S. Report, Professor Nick Giordano exposes how declassified documents confirm the intelligence community manipulated assessments to launch the Russia collusion hoax and sabotage President Trump. From Brennan and Clapper to Comey and Obama, top officials weaponized intelligence and misled the public. Professor Giordano plays a clip from his very first episode in 2019, The Russia Impact, where he accurately warned this was happening in real-time. Now, with the truth laid bare, the media and Democrats scramble to cover their tracks. This episode is a must-listen for anyone serious about accountability, transparency, and the survival of our constitutional republic. Episode Highlights: Declassified documents confirm Obama-era officials manipulated intel to justify the Russia hoax Throwback to the P.A.S. Report's 2019 debut episode predicting intelligence weaponization Media & Democrat gaslighting exposed as they attack DNI Tulsi Gabbard for releasing the truth

Today on Consuming the Craft, I had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. John Gossett, president of Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College, to mark his five-year anniversary leading the institution. Together, we took a candid look at how education, especially at the community college level, has evolved in response to hurricanes, pandemics, technological disruptions, and shifting attitudes about the value of a college credential. Our conversation ranged from the challenges of outdated bureaucracy and the importance of hands-on education to the ever-growing need to align what we teach with what employers and students actually want, including industry certifications, apprenticeships, and practical experience. We also dug into the boom in the craft beverage industry—including non-alcoholic and specialty drinks—and what the changing tastes and job market mean for our students and programs. And, as always, there was time for a thoughtful toast, a few laughs, and some great Scotch.Dr. John Gossett has dedicated nearly forty years to advancing education, with a career that began in the classroom and led him through the ranks to his current role as president of AB Tech. He is recognized for championing hands-on learning, building resilient and student-focused pathways, and forging deep connections with local employers to ensure education is relevant and impactful. His vision centers on community colleges as engines for transformation—not just academic but personal and regional—and he remains committed to making education more accessible, modern, and in tune with our rapidly changing world."You're not gonna find AI coming in and fixing your plumbing, rewiring your house."Today on Consuming the Craft: ·     The future of community colleges depends on adaptability, aligning programs with the actual needs of industries and students, and being open to new models of credentialing, such as the certificates offered by technology companies. ·     Hands-on, skilled trades remain stable and lucrative career paths, with the added benefit of being relatively resilient to automation and artificial intelligence. ·     AB Tech continues to break down the outdated stigma around community colleges, showing that its graduates go on to meaningful, high-paying local jobs and leadership roles. ·     Bureaucracy and red tape—from excessive paperwork to inflexible credential rules—are real barriers that educators must address to better serve tomorrow's students. ·     Apprenticeships and partnerships with industry are crucial, as they provide students with practical experience, foster employee loyalty, and strengthen the regional workforce. ·     The craft beverage field is evolving rapidly, with a growing interest in non-alcoholic products, seltzers, CBD/THC-infused drinks, and specialty teas, expanding the range of skills the college must teach. ·     Data-driven, personalized student pathways—using insights similar to online retailers—could revolutionize how students find, select, and complete their educational journeys. ·     Education must emphasize both practical, work-ready skills and the soft skills of communication, critical thinking, and adapting to change, especially in a post-pandemic world.·      Contact for Dr. John Gossett: Email: johngossett@abtech.edu Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College: abtech.eduResources Mentioned: Craft Beverage Institute of the Southeast at AB Tech McConnell Farms UC Davis (brewing and beverage science) Siebel Institute Western Governors University This episode is brought to you by… McConnell Farms - Taste the Way You Remember. Enjoy homemade ciders and ice cream made from only the best produce on the market. Visit the McConnell Farms website to learn more about our seasonal inventory and the delicious creations you can make with our homegrown produce. Consuming the Craft Thanks for tuning into this week's Consuming the Craft Podcast episode, brought to you by AB Tech's Craft Beverage Institute of the Southeast. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts | GooglePlay  Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media to help us reach more craft beverage enthusiasts. To learn more about AB Tech and the Craft Beer Institute of the Southeast, visit our website.

When Masculinity Encounters the Machinery of Oppression: A Christian Reflection on One Flew Over the Cuckoo's NestWhat happens when the God-given strength of masculinity is distorted or suppressed by the world's systems? In this illuminating conversation with literature professor James St. Simon, and Cloud of Witnesses host, Jeremy Jeremiah, we journey through the themes of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest—a film whose prophetic imagery speaks to the Christian soul struggling amid a culture that often denies the nobility of manhood.Through the cold, clinical corridors of Kesey's mental institution, we glimpse a microcosm of modernity's spiritual sickness. Bureaucracy replaces communion. Control supplants freedom. And like so many today, the men within its walls have forgotten their true personhood—imago Dei veiled under layers of compliance and fear. As Professor James notes, “They're losing their dignity, their soul, themselves.” This echoes the patristic warning against passions and structures that deaden the nous—the spiritual eye of the heart.Enter McMurphy—a rough, unruly figure, but one who bears an almost prophetic defiance. Though flawed, his unfiltered vitality ignites a spark in others long dormant. He calls the men to remembrance—an anámnēsis—of their dignity, their freedom, their calling as persons, not patients. His presence challenges the false peace of institutional order, much like the prophets of old who unsettled the kings of Israel.Most striking is the arc of Chief Bromden. Silent and hidden, like the hesychast in his cell, he awakens through sacrificial love. His final act—breaking free and fleeing into the dawn—is a paschal image: a resurrection from the tomb of spiritual paralysis. In this, we see not just personal liberation, but the restoration of the masculine soul through kenosis, strength expressed in silence, in sacrifice, in love. It is Christ's path, echoed in Chief's wordless ascent into freedom.We also reflect on C.S. Lewis's warning in The Abolition of Man: the tragedy of “Men Without Chests”—a condition not merely psychological, but spiritual. Without the chest—the seat of rightly ordered desire—man becomes a ghost, unable to act with either courage or compassion. This, too, afflicts both McMurphy and the society that seeks to neutralize him.Even in a work of secular art, we recognize the divine imprint—the logoi of God present in all true beauty and truth. This story, though tragic, points to higher realities: the sacrificial love that restores, the healing silence of remembrance, and the call to awaken from spiritual slumber. As Orthodox Christians, we are reminded that true masculinity is not domination, but self-emptying strength—strength crucified and risen.For those wrestling with their place in a disordered world, seeking to reclaim their God-given identity amid soulless systems, this conversation is a call to rise—to stand, like Chief, in the light of morning, and walk forward in freedom.How might Christ be calling you to remember who you are? To tear away the fog of forgetfulness and rediscover the image within? Visit Cloud of Witnesses Radio: https://cloudofwitnessesradio.com/ Questions about Orthodoxy? Please check out our friends at Ghost of Byzantium Discord server: https://discord.gg/JDJDQw6tdhPlease prayerfully consider supporting Cloud of Witnesses Radio: https://www.patreon.com/c/CloudofWitnessesRadioFind Cloud of Witnesses Radio on Instagram, X.com, Facebook, and TikTok. Thank you for journeying w/ the Saints with us!

A push to stop helicopters from landing or taking off in Auckland suburbs has become ensnared in a web of bureaucracy. Felix Walton reports.

On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Beth Akers, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the U.S. Supreme Court's decision weighing in on the Trump administration's plans to gut the Department of Education. Akers and Kittle also analyze what it would take to fully dismantle or at least check the taxpayer-funded education arm of the federal bureaucracy. If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.

In this episode, we conclude the comprehensive series on Gary Hamel and 'Humanocracy,' diving deep into the principles and practices that can transform entrenched bureaucracies into more dynamic and innovative organizations. Host Aidan interviews Gary Hamel to discuss the persistent issue of bureaucracy stifling economic growth and the groundbreaking transformation at Roche as a case study. The conversation covers the increasing bureaucracy in global companies, the decline in productivity, and innovative methods like outcome-based planning and cross-functional squads to elevate organizational efficiency. The episode also emphasizes personal accountability and offers actionable steps for leaders aiming to foster a more adaptive and resilient work environment. This informative discussion is a must-watch for CEOs and business leaders looking to revolutionize their companies.   00:00 Introduction and Giveaway Announcement 00:52 The Problem with Bureaucracy in Organizations 06:16 Case Study: Roche's Transformation 11:16 Leadership Reboot and Principles at Roche 20:31 Implementing Change: Design Teams and I Squads 26:34 Outcome-Based Planning and Resource Allocation 29:53 Resource Allocation and Organizational Ethos 31:16 Resilience in the Face of Challenges 32:59 Leadership and Change Management 37:47 Cross-Functional Squads and Collaboration 42:43 Patient-Centric Approach 46:31 Personal Accountability and Bureaucracy 50:30 Experimentation and Innovation 56:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   Find Gary 

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In this episode of The P.A.S. Report, Professor Nick Giordano sits down with Mark Meckler, President of the Convention of States, to explore the growing disconnect between the American people and their government. He explains why Americans no longer trust government and how to fix it. As public trust continues to erode, Meckler breaks down how entrenched bureaucracy, unpunished corruption, and an unaccountable political class have warped the system beyond recognition. They also discuss the potential of third-party movements like Elon Musk's and why the Convention of States may be the only real solution to restore constitutional principles, enforce term limits, and rein in runaway spending. Episode Highlights: The Convention of States offers a constitutional path to implement term limits, enforce fiscal restraints, and shrink the federal bureaucracy. Elon Musk's rumored third-party movement could fracture the GOP and reshape political coalitions. America's unelected bureaucratic class now functions as an unaccountable fourth branch of government.

01:05:15 – 01:17:40ICE Imprisons Irish Man After Medical Visa OverstayAn Irish tourist overstays his visa by 3 days due to injury and ends up in ICE detention for over 100 days, enduring inhumane conditions, language barriers, and confusion. Bureaucracy, cruelty, and lack of due process are exposed, with DHS and private prison contractors refusing to comment. 01:25:20 – 01:33:18“Alligator Alcatraz”: Florida's High-Tech Migrant Detention FacilityA massive, remote ICE detention center opens in the Everglades. Officials boast of natural barriers (like pythons and alligators), but critics cite rising costs, humanitarian risks, and logistical failures—warning it mirrors the original Alcatraz's downfall. 02:02:05 – 02:04:05Debate Over State vs. Federal Immigration AuthorityCommenters argue whether states should independently control immigration. Some fear liberal states abusing that power, while others say the federal government's track record proves it's unfit to manage it at all. 02:05:00 – 02:06:05ICE's Expansion Will Eventually Target AmericansEven if ICE succeeds in its immigration goals, the host warns its surveillance apparatus and militarized control will be redirected toward domestic populations. 02:06:20 – 02:06:42Evangelical Leader John MacArthur Dies at 86MacArthur's death is noted, marking the end of a major chapter in American conservative Christianity. 02:20:35 – 02:29:57Newborn Dumped in Dumpster: Heartbreaking Rescue and Abortion ParallelsA Nevada mother is arrested after abandoning her newborn in a dumpster. The host expresses moral outrage and argues that had the act occurred hours earlier in a Planned Parenthood, it would be considered legal. He condemns the double standard and calls it a demonic disregard for life. 02:30:01 – 02:31:45New Superman Film Surprises with Traditional ThemesA new Superman movie is praised for avoiding woke messaging and affirming adoption and real fatherhood. Despite the director's earlier comments about immigration metaphors, the final product appears refreshingly apolitical. 03:05:28 – 03:06:00Trump DOJ and EPA Appeal Fluoride RulingDespite a federal judge's decision that water fluoridation poses health risks, the Trump DOJ and EPA announce an appeal. Critics argue the government is protecting industry profits over children's health. 03:06:30 – 03:08:54Corporate Lobbyists Back EPA's Fluoride PushBig Chemical interests and dental associations join the EPA in fighting the ruling. The host mocks the idea of forced fluoridation, calling it unnecessary and coercive, especially given product warnings on fluoride-containing items. 03:33:55 – 03:37:25U.S.-Funded Israeli Strike Kills Children at Gaza ClinicA U.S.-backed Israeli airstrike near a medical clinic kills 16 Palestinians, including 10 children. The host condemns the attack as an atrocity and accuses the U.S. of funding the slaughter. The IDF provides no evidence that those targeted were militants. 03:39:51 – 03:42:10Palestinian Civilian Death Toll Mounts Amid IDF AssaultsReports indicate over 100 Palestinians were killed in a 24-hour period. Airstrikes hit tents, refugee camps, and aid seekers, with the host emphasizing the deliberate nature of these attacks and criticizing America's role in enabling them. 03:44:09 – 03:45:21Aid Zones Targeted by Israeli Forces with Lethal IntentHundreds of Palestinians seeking aid have been killed. Reports suggest IDF soldiers are told to shoot anyone entering "undefined" zones. The host likens this to an intentional trap, not collateral damage. 03:45:24 – 03:46:08Gaza Genocide Forgotten as U.S. and Israel Escalate Into IranCoverage fades on Gaza as U.S. and Israeli aggression moves to Iran. The host reads from a personal op-ed decrying the silence around Gaza and warning of new Middle East destabilization efforts led by Netanyahu and Trump. 03:46:09 – 03:48:24Israel Starves Gaza, Then Shoots at Starving CiviliansIsrael's military blockade leads to famine. When desperate civilians gather for food, many are killed. The host describes this as a pattern—not accidents—and notes the media silence on this escalating war crime. Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHTFind out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

01:05:15 – 01:17:40ICE Imprisons Irish Man After Medical Visa OverstayAn Irish tourist overstays his visa by 3 days due to injury and ends up in ICE detention for over 100 days, enduring inhumane conditions, language barriers, and confusion. Bureaucracy, cruelty, and lack of due process are exposed, with DHS and private prison contractors refusing to comment. 01:25:20 – 01:33:18“Alligator Alcatraz”: Florida's High-Tech Migrant Detention FacilityA massive, remote ICE detention center opens in the Everglades. Officials boast of natural barriers (like pythons and alligators), but critics cite rising costs, humanitarian risks, and logistical failures—warning it mirrors the original Alcatraz's downfall. 02:02:05 – 02:04:05Debate Over State vs. Federal Immigration AuthorityCommenters argue whether states should independently control immigration. Some fear liberal states abusing that power, while others say the federal government's track record proves it's unfit to manage it at all. 02:05:00 – 02:06:05ICE's Expansion Will Eventually Target AmericansEven if ICE succeeds in its immigration goals, the host warns its surveillance apparatus and militarized control will be redirected toward domestic populations. 02:06:20 – 02:06:42Evangelical Leader John MacArthur Dies at 86MacArthur's death is noted, marking the end of a major chapter in American conservative Christianity. 02:20:35 – 02:29:57Newborn Dumped in Dumpster: Heartbreaking Rescue and Abortion ParallelsA Nevada mother is arrested after abandoning her newborn in a dumpster. The host expresses moral outrage and argues that had the act occurred hours earlier in a Planned Parenthood, it would be considered legal. He condemns the double standard and calls it a demonic disregard for life. 02:30:01 – 02:31:45New Superman Film Surprises with Traditional ThemesA new Superman movie is praised for avoiding woke messaging and affirming adoption and real fatherhood. Despite the director's earlier comments about immigration metaphors, the final product appears refreshingly apolitical. 03:05:28 – 03:06:00Trump DOJ and EPA Appeal Fluoride RulingDespite a federal judge's decision that water fluoridation poses health risks, the Trump DOJ and EPA announce an appeal. Critics argue the government is protecting industry profits over children's health. 03:06:30 – 03:08:54Corporate Lobbyists Back EPA's Fluoride PushBig Chemical interests and dental associations join the EPA in fighting the ruling. The host mocks the idea of forced fluoridation, calling it unnecessary and coercive, especially given product warnings on fluoride-containing items. 03:33:55 – 03:37:25U.S.-Funded Israeli Strike Kills Children at Gaza ClinicA U.S.-backed Israeli airstrike near a medical clinic kills 16 Palestinians, including 10 children. The host condemns the attack as an atrocity and accuses the U.S. of funding the slaughter. The IDF provides no evidence that those targeted were militants. 03:39:51 – 03:42:10Palestinian Civilian Death Toll Mounts Amid IDF AssaultsReports indicate over 100 Palestinians were killed in a 24-hour period. Airstrikes hit tents, refugee camps, and aid seekers, with the host emphasizing the deliberate nature of these attacks and criticizing America's role in enabling them. 03:44:09 – 03:45:21Aid Zones Targeted by Israeli Forces with Lethal IntentHundreds of Palestinians seeking aid have been killed. Reports suggest IDF soldiers are told to shoot anyone entering "undefined" zones. The host likens this to an intentional trap, not collateral damage. 03:45:24 – 03:46:08Gaza Genocide Forgotten as U.S. and Israel Escalate Into IranCoverage fades on Gaza as U.S. and Israeli aggression moves to Iran. The host reads from a personal op-ed decrying the silence around Gaza and warning of new Middle East destabilization efforts led by Netanyahu and Trump. 03:46:09 – 03:48:24Israel Starves Gaza, Then Shoots at Starving CiviliansIsrael's military blockade leads to famine. When desperate civilians gather for food, many are killed. The host describes this as a pattern—not accidents—and notes the media silence on this escalating war crime. Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHTFind out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

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In this wide-ranging and sharp-tongued segment, hosts break down the latest inflation numbers—clocking in at 2.7%—and expose the media's manipulative framing while questioning Jerome Powell's motives for keeping interest rates high. The conversation then pivots to Trump's push to dismantle the Department of Education, highlighting a historic legal battle over federal spending and constitutional authority. Finally, the show takes an unexpected turn into America's food supply, celebrating a win for public health as ice cream companies begin removing toxic artificial dyes—chemicals still banned in Europe but widely used in the U.S. A fiery, funny, and illuminating take on policy, politics, and petrochemical popsicles.

Send us a textA collaboration between Strange New Worlds and Spaced Out Tales and The NoReturniverse.Be sure to check out The Strange New Worlds and Spaced Out Tales Podcast Feed!Alien Robot Space Jesus From The Future is a surreal and irreverent sci-fi comedy about a well-meaning but bewildered time-travelling saviour who arrives on Earth hoping to fix humanity, only to be met with indifference, bureaucracy, and a media circus. As he stumbles through job centres, detention cells, and diplomatic summits, his mission to stop the world from destroying itself becomes increasingly farcical. Skewering political theatre, messiah complexes, and the absurdity of modern life, this radio play blends dry satire with a healthy dose of cosmic futility.Voices From the Vortex of Bureaucracy and BeyondThe Jaw-Dropping John Kennard as the indomitable Alien Robot Space Jesus From The FutureThe Astounding Abbie Jordan-Tickle brought practiced dispassion to the Job Centre ClerkThe Kinda-Knavish Kier Zhou tried his best as the Angry Job SeekerThe Jubilant Jim Cogan lent machine-like charisma to the Job Centre TerminalThe Kinetic Kat McQueen served up sass as Job Centre Agent 1The Commanding Cameron Gergett countered with indifference as Job Centre Agent 2The Mighty Matt Evans brought polite peace making to the Police OfficerThe Luminous Lauren Deakin investigated truth as the JournalistThe Gravitas-Gilded Girunduu governed gloriously as the Prime MinisterThe Blazing Brandon Gamblin oozed menace as Agent OrangeThe Charismatic Chris Bauso made mayhem as President Biggle GuffThe Justifiably Jaded Joe Killcar almost kept secrets safe as the Secret Service AgentThe Dynamic Danielle Thuen reported on reports as the ReporterThe Stoic Stephen Newhand offered the voice of the everyman as Man on the StreetThe Kinda-Kooky Kier Zhou multitasked heroically as both Woman on the Street and Ambiguously Gendered PedestrianThe Divine Dylan Smith pontificated perfectly as The PopeThe Kinda-Confused Kier Zhou also moonlighted as Supreme Leader Bum Suk's InterpreterThe Legendary Loretta Chang diplomatically decoded for the (totally fictional) President Wei Ni XiongThe Magnificent Michael Secha translated tyranny for President TupinThe Electrifying Emily Morse-Lee transcended reality as the Alien Robot Space GodScript Sacrificed by the Chronically-Chaotic Kier ZhouSound Sculpted by the Begrudgingly-Busy Kier Zhou, with Consultant Conjurer Jim CoganProduced with Unearned Confidence by Kier Zhou & Jim CoganLyrics for The Apocalypse Hymn written by Kier Zhou & reverently reworked by Jim CoganMusic composed, performed, and sanctified by Jim CoganThe Apocalypse Hymn was gloriously butchered by “The Cast”Support the show

Myth and Identity in the Martial Arts: Creating the Dragon (Lexington Books, 2025) is a study of the role of myth and ideology in the formation of social identity, focusing on a variety of communities of practice involving the martial arts in East Asian and Western history. Alexus McLeod argues that myths of the martial arts should not be understood as “falsehoods” created as means of legitimizing modern practices, but should instead be understood as narratives that enable individuals and communities to formulate social identities and to accord meaning to their practices. This book covers six influential sources of myth and identity formation in the history of martial arts: early Chinese and Indian philosophy, the formation bushido thought in the Edo period of Japan, Republican-era Chinese conceptions of nationhood and physical culture, Western contributions and the innovations of Bruce Lee, African American conceptions of martial arts as a response to oppression in the twentieth century, and the contemporary ideologies of mixed martial arts. On doing philosophy with non-textual sources, see Alexus McLeod, An Introduction to Mesoamerican Philosophy.  On violence as the preferred weapon of the stupid (so they can avoid doing any interpretative labour), see David Graeber, The Utopia of Rules: On Technology, Stupidity, and the Secret Joys of Bureaucracy. 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

Myth and Identity in the Martial Arts: Creating the Dragon (Lexington Books, 2025) is a study of the role of myth and ideology in the formation of social identity, focusing on a variety of communities of practice involving the martial arts in East Asian and Western history. Alexus McLeod argues that myths of the martial arts should not be understood as “falsehoods” created as means of legitimizing modern practices, but should instead be understood as narratives that enable individuals and communities to formulate social identities and to accord meaning to their practices. This book covers six influential sources of myth and identity formation in the history of martial arts: early Chinese and Indian philosophy, the formation bushido thought in the Edo period of Japan, Republican-era Chinese conceptions of nationhood and physical culture, Western contributions and the innovations of Bruce Lee, African American conceptions of martial arts as a response to oppression in the twentieth century, and the contemporary ideologies of mixed martial arts. On doing philosophy with non-textual sources, see Alexus McLeod, An Introduction to Mesoamerican Philosophy.  On violence as the preferred weapon of the stupid (so they can avoid doing any interpretative labour), see David Graeber, The Utopia of Rules: On Technology, Stupidity, and the Secret Joys of Bureaucracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Myth and Identity in the Martial Arts: Creating the Dragon (Lexington Books, 2025) is a study of the role of myth and ideology in the formation of social identity, focusing on a variety of communities of practice involving the martial arts in East Asian and Western history. Alexus McLeod argues that myths of the martial arts should not be understood as “falsehoods” created as means of legitimizing modern practices, but should instead be understood as narratives that enable individuals and communities to formulate social identities and to accord meaning to their practices. This book covers six influential sources of myth and identity formation in the history of martial arts: early Chinese and Indian philosophy, the formation bushido thought in the Edo period of Japan, Republican-era Chinese conceptions of nationhood and physical culture, Western contributions and the innovations of Bruce Lee, African American conceptions of martial arts as a response to oppression in the twentieth century, and the contemporary ideologies of mixed martial arts. On doing philosophy with non-textual sources, see Alexus McLeod, An Introduction to Mesoamerican Philosophy.  On violence as the preferred weapon of the stupid (so they can avoid doing any interpretative labour), see David Graeber, The Utopia of Rules: On Technology, Stupidity, and the Secret Joys of Bureaucracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies

Myth and Identity in the Martial Arts: Creating the Dragon (Lexington Books, 2025) is a study of the role of myth and ideology in the formation of social identity, focusing on a variety of communities of practice involving the martial arts in East Asian and Western history. Alexus McLeod argues that myths of the martial arts should not be understood as “falsehoods” created as means of legitimizing modern practices, but should instead be understood as narratives that enable individuals and communities to formulate social identities and to accord meaning to their practices. This book covers six influential sources of myth and identity formation in the history of martial arts: early Chinese and Indian philosophy, the formation bushido thought in the Edo period of Japan, Republican-era Chinese conceptions of nationhood and physical culture, Western contributions and the innovations of Bruce Lee, African American conceptions of martial arts as a response to oppression in the twentieth century, and the contemporary ideologies of mixed martial arts. On doing philosophy with non-textual sources, see Alexus McLeod, An Introduction to Mesoamerican Philosophy.  On violence as the preferred weapon of the stupid (so they can avoid doing any interpretative labour), see David Graeber, The Utopia of Rules: On Technology, Stupidity, and the Secret Joys of Bureaucracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/asian-american-studies

We're constantly told to “do more with less” — but what if that's the wrong goal altogether?In this episode, Eric and Jonathan challenge the traditional definition of efficiency and unpack why it can be a trap for social impact organizations. From donor pressure to staff burnout, they explore how the pursuit of efficiency often undermines effectiveness — and what to prioritize instead if you're serious about sustainable, meaningful impact.➔ Why efficiency and innovation often live at opposite ends of the spectrum. ➔ How serving the process can slowly kill your mission. ➔ What to say when funders fixate on overhead (and how to shift the conversation to impact). ➔ A smarter definition of efficiency: spending time on the right work, not just more work. ➔ What systemic inefficiency looks like — and how to fix it without burning everything down.If you're feeling the pressure to cut corners, over-optimize, or stretch your team thin in the name of “efficiency,” this episode will help you step back, reframe the problem, and refocus on what actually moves the needle.Don't chase efficiency. Build for effectiveness.Episode Highlights:[00:00] Redefining efficiency: Doing the right thing at the right time[01:49] Innovation vs. optimization[03:30] The cultural obsession with optimization—and its dangers[05:35] Real-world ad example: Efficiency as a byproduct of innovation[06:32] Smart systems vs. busywork: What efficiency should actually look like[08:07] The trap of measurable efficiency—and the loss of trust[09:08] “Serving the process”: The red flag that your culture may be off track[11:44] Bureaucracy, balance, and unintended harm[14:33] The overhead myth and how to push back effectively[18:16] When “efficiency” undermines your people[21:45] Sector-wide inefficiency[24:57] Effectiveness as the healthier north star[26:25] Diminishing returns: Knowing when to stop optimizingResources:In Defense of MoonshotsBreaking the Starvation Cycle Marketing Isn't OverheadAre You Using Your Power?MacKenzie Scott Proved Unrestricted Funding WorksSupercharge Your MissionListeners, now you can text us your comments or questions by clicking this link.*** If you liked this episode, please help spread the word. Share with your friends or co-workers, post it to social media, “follow” or “subscribe” in your podcast app, or write a review on Apple Podcasts. We could not do this without you! We love hearing feedback from our community, so please email us with your questions or comments — including topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes — at podcast@designbycosmic.com Thank you for all that you do for your cause and for being part of the movement to move humanity and the planet forward.

In this episode of American Potential, guest Austen Bannon, employment policy fellow at Americans for Prosperity, breaks down two urgent issues costing Americans time, opportunity, and tax dollars: outdated rules that make it nearly impossible to fire underperforming federal workers, and laws that prevent gig workers from getting the portable benefits they need. Austen explains how commonsense reforms—like simplifying the process for removing federal employees who aren't doing their jobs—could save taxpayers millions and restore accountability in government. He also shares how states like Utah, Tennessee, and Alabama are pioneering voluntary portable benefits programs that allow independent contractors to pool resources for health care and retirement, giving them greater freedom and security in the modern economy. Learn how modernizing these rules can empower workers, foster innovation, and ensure our government works better for everyone. Join us for a practical conversation on cutting red tape, expanding opportunity, and unleashing the potential of America's dynamic workforce.

As the fourth anniversary of the Biden administration's National Strategy for Countering Domestic Terrorism passes, one thing is clear: President Trump must immediately rescind this unconstitutional framework. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report, Professor Nick Giordano how the National Strategy was never about protecting Americans. It created a dangerous system used to silence dissent, target political opponents, and empower unelected bureaucrats. Parents, Catholics, and critics of government overreach were all caught in its crosshairs. With newly declassified documents and Trump back in office, now is the time to dismantle the surveillance state and restore constitutional accountability. This episode breaks it all down and explains why every American, regardless of party, should be alarmed. Episode Highlights How Biden's domestic terror strategy criminalized dissent and violated civil liberties Why President Trump must revoke the Strategy and how he can dismantle the surveillance state The legal gray zone federal agencies exploited to target Americans without oversight  

The writing is on the wall: government spending isn't going down, and inflation isn't going away. In this episode, we dive deep into the harsh reality that even Elon Musk's DOGE couldn't meaningfully cut federal spending - and what that means for your financial future. If the richest man in the world with unlimited resources can't trim the budget, no one can.This isn't political pessimism; it's economic realism that demands a strategic response. We break down why traditional approaches to inflation protection aren't enough anymore and share how to position for a world where asset prices must rise faster than the cost of living.We explore the psychology of market volatility, the power of disciplined diversification, and why trying to time sectors based on geopolitical events often backfires. From AI-powered trading platforms to the delegation versus DIY decision, this conversation covers the practical strategies needed to build wealth in an inflationary world.The DOGE Reality Check: Why the failure of the Department of Government Efficiency to meaningfully cut spending signals that federal expenditures will only continue growing. With both parties resistant to real cuts, the math is simple: continued money creation equals sustained inflation, making traditional savings strategies inadequate.The Inflation Tax Nobody Talks About: Every dollar the government spends is either collected through direct taxes or the hidden tax of inflation. With tax cuts in the pipeline and spending increases continuing, inflation becomes the primary funding mechanism - meaning your purchasing power is the government's revenue source.Building Anti-Inflation Portfolios: The approach to constructing portfolios that don't just keep up with inflation but meaningfully outpace it. This emphasizes owning assets that benefit from rising prices rather than being victims of them, and why diversification beats sector speculation every time.Why Market Timing Fails: From tariff announcements to Middle East conflicts, we explain why trying to trade around news events typically destroys wealth rather than creating it. Real examples show how disciplined rebalancing during volatility serves investors better than reactive trading.The AI Trading Revolution: Discussion of experiments with AI-powered forex trading platforms generating 1% weekly returns, plus perspective on how AI will likely impact both retail investing and professional wealth management. The conversation covers both opportunities and realistic limitations.The Delegation Decision: When does it make sense to manage your own investments versus working with a professional? The philosophy on building competence while recognizing when expertise and time management favor delegation.➡️ Chapters:00:00 - The Inflation Reality 01:00 - Welcome Back & Personal Updates 05:00 - From Tariffs to Hot Wars: Market Whiplash 06:00 - The DOGE Failure: Why Spending Never Decreases 08:00 - Bureaucracy vs. Efficiency: The Musk Experience 11:00 - Inflation as the Hidden Tax 16:00 - Building Portfolios That Outpace Inflation19:00 - Real Estate Reality Check21:00 - The Danger of Emotional Sector Investing 24:00 - Disciplined Rebalancing vs. Tweet Trading 27:00 - The 30-Year Vision Approach32:00 - AI in Trading and Wealth Management38:00 - Market Efficiency and AI Limitations 41:00 - The Delegation vs. DIY Decision 47:00   Final Thoughts: Plan, Process, ImplementVisit Patriot Wealth Planners to learn how to protect your wealth while maximizing its growth potential.Got Questions? Reach out to us at info@remnantfinance.com or book a call here!⁠Visit https://remnantfinance.com for more informationFOLLOW REMNANT FINANCEYoutube: @RemnantFinance (https://www.youtube.com/@RemnantFinance)Facebook: @remnantfinance (https://www.facebook.com/profile?id=61560694316588)Twitter: @remnantfinance (https://x.com/remnantfinance)TikTok: @RemnantFinance Don't forget to hit LIKE and SUBSCRIBE