Podcasts about Bureaucracy

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.

Why? Bureaucracy and equity, that's whySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from the weekend on Newstalk ZB) We All Lose, Apparently/Cone-ageddon Continues/Start With Nurses, Work Your Way Down/Keeping Our Heads Down/Not That Honest, Or That GoodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I find it ironic that the government and the electorate are once a gain keen on getting rid of some of the layers of our council bureaucracy. First NZ First's Shane Jones publicly questioned the role of regional councils, pondering whether “there's going to be a compelling case for regional government to continue to exist”. Then Prime Minister Christopher Luxon told Mike Hosking that the Government was looking at local government reform. On Friday Matthew Hooten wrote a piece about Regional Councils reiterating Chris Bishop's question that he's been asking many local councillors. Is there any point in having regional councils. So it's on the table. Of course the battle against bureaucracy is alive and well around the world. Duplication of services and excessive layers of governance means that savings could be made easily and safely and it's something we've always discussed. Last term the government reformed District Health Board from 20 boards into a single entity Health New Zealand or just that reason but the new government has taken against that and they've announced a return to locally delivered healthcare because they believe that in regional decision making is the best way to go. We're still waiting to see what that will look like. Meanwhile reform of regional councils looks awfully like the formation of Auckland's Super City. A reform that has a heap of enemies because of it's devolution of power away from communities. As Hooten says the reason we hate the Super City are the Council Controlled Organisations a move that was supposed to replicate State Owned Enterprises. But the problem there is that we can't but shares in CCOs so they become the worst of things. A mongrel hybrid of Council bureaucracies and Private Monopolies. So we seem to like amalgamating public bodies but then when it happens we moan that our voices are no longer heard and that bureaucracies have become too huge and out of control. So, what is it people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlos here—The Running Jackal—doing something a little different today. I'm not on foot. I'm on my little bike. After just missing the light at Mackenzie Avenue, I paused my recording. Then off I went—rolling past the noisy bustle, aiming toward Hamilton Hops & Grapes to pick up some brewing supplies. You see, Save-On-Foods was out of DME (that's Dry Malt Extract for the uninitiated). And yes, I'm still brewing—weekly batches now—finely tuned to the right bottle count and desired strength. As I rolled down Quadra Street, “Nothing But the Blues” played from my phone tucked in my pocket, while my trusty Sony voice recorder nestled deep in the pouch. I hoped the wind wouldn't muffle too much. The pouch's opening is quite large, but the recorder's weight helps—it settles deep. Hopefully no wind tunnel effects today. I cruised over the Swan Lake Trestle Bridge, past the spot where the Lochside and Galloping Goose trails converge. This stretch is familiar—I often see my birding friend here in the mornings. They say this spot is known as the Saanich Spur, where old rail lines once split toward Sydney and Courtenay. Now, it's a trail for thinkers, runners, and riders like me. As I zipped past cyclists (117 and counting), I chuckled to myself. Some say you can ride 30km/h. Me? I'm happy with 15. It's not just about the bike—though mine is humble—it's also about youth, strength, and that extra bit of juice I don't always have these days. Still, I got up a good head of speed—probably hit 35km/h—coming down the hill near Douglas Street on the Switch Bridge. Back in the day, that was a railway crossing. Now, it's a pedestrian bridge that gives you a nice acoustic thrill when you shoot through the tunnel. I may have done it twice... just for the sound. At home, life at the lair ticks along. I've made a deal with my neighbor, John, for some firewood. His dead Garry Oak needs to come down, but there's a delay—we're waiting on the city permit. Funny that you don't need a permit to prune a tree, but you do to take it down, even if it's clearly dead. Bureaucracy at its finest. John's letting me take the larger prunings—the stuff too big for the shredder. Once the permit's in, and the tree crew returns, I'll roll over my wheelbarrow and haul those logs home. Two trips, maybe. Enough for the winter, I reckon. They won't split the rounds, but I've asked for a burnable length. We'll see. Anyway, I arrived at Hamilton's a little early. No lights on yet. It's 9:22 and they don't open till 10. Sometimes the woman who helps with the business gets in early and opens the doors once the alarm is off and the lights are on. Fingers crossed. I brought my lock just in case. So, I did what I always seem to do lately—wait for the shop to open. Eight kilometers from my fridge, parked out back, I went for a little scenic walk. And just like that, my day came full circle—camera in hand, trail beneath my feet, back where I started this story: waiting, walking, and wondering. No Sunday show this week, but expect a fresh running podcast on Wednesday. Until then, this has been The Running Jackal, spinning down the trails and through life—on bike, on foot, and always on the move. Bye-bye everyone.

「「官僚主義」に創造性を。新しい公共を描く、ドイツのCreative Bureaucracy Festivalとは？」　「官僚主義に創造性を」。そんな一見矛盾するようなコンセプトを掲げ、世界中の公共セクター関係者を惹きつけるフェスティバルが、Creative Bureaucracy Festivalです。制度を「なくす」のではなく「より良くする」ために、私たちは何を想像し、どう問い直せるのか？ 現地取材を通して見えた、「新しい公共」のかたちとは。The post 「官僚主義」に創造性を。新しい公共を描く、ドイツのCreative Bureaucracy Festivalとは？ first appeared on IDEAS FOR GOOD.

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

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/buddhist-studies

Chris Watson, Vice President of Premise Data, joins Mike Shanley to discuss how AI innovation and federal procurement intersect, and what changes could facilitate greater innovation. RESOURCES: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ Premise Data: https://premise.com/ Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherwilliamwatson/ BIOGRAPHY: Chris Watson is an evangelist for digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and increased use of commercial products in the global development industry. He currently leads Premise Data's international development division, with a focus on scaling the use of Premise by country governments, development donors, and their implementing partners. Growing up in West Virginia, Chris became interested in issues of poverty, grassroots development, and the world outside his hometown. He began his international development career in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, where he distributed $38 million in emergency seed and fertilizer to farmers returning to areas recently liberated from Taliban control. Not knowing whether this work had a real impact ignited his obsession with using real-time data collection and analytics to improve the efficacy of development programming. Over the last eight years, Chris has helped define and grow the use of Premise by stakeholders in global health, humanitarian assistance, and democracy and governance. He led go-to-market for the international development portfolio, securing support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to prove the value of Premise's technology and subsequently scaling its use to 70+ development donors, implementing partners and governments. Chris and Premise deeply believe that local citizens should have an increased say in defining the challenges and improving development in their local communities. Shifting the task of collecting data and monitoring service delivery to thousands of local residents as gig work democratizes involvement in such issues while providing a supplementary source of income. LEARN MORE: Thank you for tuning into this episode of the GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike Shanley. You can learn more about working with the U.S. Government by visiting our homepage: Konektid International and GovDiscovery AI. To connect with our team directly, message the host Mike Shanley on LinkedIn. https://www.govdiscoveryai.com/ https://www.konektid.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gov-market-growth/ 

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/religion

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.

Act's David Seymour says a unit for verifying the costs of pre-election political policy promises - would add more bureaucracy. Act and New Zealand First torpedoed a proposal by Finance Minister Nicola Willis to publicly fund such a service. National declined Labour's offer of support. Seymour claims his Party managed to release a fully costed alternative Budget without it. He says he doesn't like the idea that people need bureaucracy to tell them what is good or accurate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode Highlights:Why the Fourth of July hits different for healthcare professionalsGrowing up in a military family and how it shaped Matt's valuesFireworks, peaches, and facility BBQs—holiday traditions in senior careReflections on government involvement in healthcare—what's working, what's notThe impact of Medicaid changes and how value-based care fits inWhy Disneyland ruined fireworks (and how to reframe your expectations)Key Takeaways:Celebrate your country and challenge the systems that need reformHealthcare professionals must have a seat at the policy-making tableValue-based care isn't perfect—but it's a step in the right directionReferenced:CMS Innovation CenterGilbert Peach FestivalFort Jackson fireworksKaty Perry's “Firework” (unfortunately, also now Matt's personal performance piece)

There have been rolling blackouts in Louisiana and people are scratching their heads, especially when they started hearing about an RTO called MISO. Who is MISO? When you find out who they are it will lead you to a trail of bureaucracy you were not aware of. This episode explains it all.   Get HUGE Savings  with this Promo code "WWFA" at www.MyPillow.COM/wwfa   2. Switch to Patriot Mobile And get Free Activation, better coverage, and competitive rates on your  Cell phone service with an America First Company at… www.patriotmobile.com/wwfa SUPPORT MY SHOW WITH THE PURCHASE OF FREEDOM MERCHANDISE  AT  www.williamwallis.net   FIND MY OTHER SHOWS ON ALL PODCAST APPS, RUMBLE, FACEBOOK,   INSTAGRAM, AND CLOUTHUB AT ... “WILLIAM WALLIS FOR AMERICA” Follow me  ON X @WALLIS4AMERICA 

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.

Eichmann in Jerusalem: A Report on the Banality of Evil by Hannah Arendt ---00:00 Welcome and Introduction - Eichmann in Jerusalem: A Report on the Banality of Evil by Hannah Arendt 01:00 Revisiting Nuremberg and Moral Accountability06:07 Revisiting Historical Narratives and Bias08:07 Highlighting Hannah Arendt: Political Philosopher13:24 Hannah Arendt: Controversies and Legacy15:02 Eichmann's Autobiographical Reflections18:52 Eichmann's Fabricated Past Exposed22:17 Eichmann's 1932 Turning Point25:43 Reportage in 20th Century Journalism32:29 Eichmann's Lack of Imagination35:22 Eichmann: Bureaucracy and Individual Guilt36:51 "Bureaucracy and Dehumanization"40:08 Eichmann Trial's Complex Controversy44:41 "Conformity, Thoughtlessness, and Evil"46:38 Leadership Lessons from Eichmann in Jerusalem52:32 "Secular Justice and Rising Antisemitism"54:23 Immaturity Endangers Political Responsibility---Opening and closing themes composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the 2022 Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out HSCT Publishing at: https://www.hsctpublishing.com/.Check out LeadingKeys at: https://www.leadingkeys.com/Check out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/Contact HSCT for more information at 1-833-216-8296 to schedule a full DEMO of LeadingKeys with one of our team members.---Leadership ToolBox website: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Leadership ToolBox LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ldrshptlbx/.Leadership ToolBox YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leadershiptoolbox/videosLeadership ToolBox Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldrshptlbx.Leadership ToolBox IG: https://www.instagram.com/leadershiptoolboxus/.Leadership ToolBox FB: https://www.facebook.com/LdrshpTl

In this episode, you'll hear from Senator Joni Ernst & our special panel made up of Karen Harned, Former Labor Secretary Alex Acosta, EJ Antoni, Rep. Mike Collins, and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin. The panel discussion focuses on the significant impact of federal regulations on small businesses and the economy. It highlights the burden of overregulation, the legislative efforts to reform these regulations, and the importance of deregulation for economic growth. Learn more at JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find Raquel's 'Start a Business in Portugal' step-by-step course at www.theportugalclub.comFind Nuno and Winsurance here - https://expatsportugal.com/business-directory/winsuranceOriginal articles:https://www.portugalresident.com/believe-me-portugal-will-break-ai/ https://www.portugalresident.com/pm-vows-to-cut-excessive-red-tape-holding-portugal-back/ Enjoy content from Good Morning Portugal! published every day only on YouTube, please comment, like & subscribe.For 'resources for the rest of your life in Portugal', join the Portugal Club at www.theportugalclub.com for upbeat daily news, Portuguese language and culture, classroom, courses, calendar and community.Want friendly and positive support with your Portugal dream and plans? Try Carl's new consultancy service - by phone, on the web, over lunch, or enjoying a walk with him in his beloved Sao Martinho Bay.Review, evaluate and refine your Portugal Plan with Carl - for your best possible life here. Find out more at - https://ko-fi.com/gmp/commissionsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.

3677 – July 1, 2025 – Bureaucracy is NOT a Beautiful Thing – Someone on Facebook left me a message/question yesterday as to why I didn't like Elizabeth MacDonough. She is the Parliamentarian for the Senate … micro-managing the Big Beautiful Bill. I don't know Elizabeth, therefore I cannot say and I didn't say I don't like her. But I ... The post Bureaucracy is NOT a Beautiful Thing appeared first on CSC Talk Radio.

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  

3676 – June 30, 2025 – Unelected Bureaucracy = Authoritarian Oligarchy – To be Ruled by a bureaucracy of the unelected, is an authoritarian oligarchy – when this happens there is NO LIBERTY for We The People! When we think about the bureaucrats, such as the Parliamentarian of the Senate making decisions and micromanaging the elected Senators (I guess somebody ... The post Unelected Bureaucracy = Authoritarian Oligarchy appeared first on CSC Talk Radio.

In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, host Dane Carlson sits down with Kevin Crowder, author of "Red Tape Empire" and publisher of Street Economics Daily, to explore the intersection of fiction and reality in economic development. Crowder shares the inspiration behind his novel, which tells the story of a woman returning to revitalize her family business while battling bureaucratic obstacles, a narrative rooted in his real experiences working in Miami Beach development. The conversation delves into pivotal moments like the 1986 Calvin Klein campaign that transformed South Beach from European catalog shoots to a celebrity fashion destination, illustrating how strategic exposure can unlock a city's hidden potential. Crowder emphasizes the ongoing challenges economic developers face, from navigating red tape to managing the tension between preserving the status quo and embracing transformative change. Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! Ten Actionable Takeaways for Economic Developers Identify your community's hidden assets that could attract new audiences if properly exposed Use storytelling and fiction to process and share complex development experiences in relatable ways Look for strategic partnerships with creative industries (fashion, film, media) to showcase your location Document and learn from pivotal moments that transformed other communities for replication strategies Develop the political will and stakeholder buy-in necessary to move beyond status quo thinking Anticipate and plan for resistance from established interests when proposing transformative changes Focus on "exposure" opportunities that can shift perceptions and attract new investment Build relationships with entrepreneurs who can see potential where others see problems Create accessible content (newsletters, social media) to share development insights with broader audiences Recognize that successful economic development requires both strategic vision and the force of will to execute despite obstacles Special Guest: Kevin Crowder.

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

Vlad and Ortsol investigate leads discovered in their battle against the vampire spawn to find the vile monster's master, and must face their greatest foe yet... local government.

Connect to John Gilroy on LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-gilroy/ Want to listen to other episodes? www.Federaltechpodcast.com Many of today's archaic federal systems have been built over decades. As a result, they are perfected but also fragile. One obvious source of vulnerability is the workforce that created it. It is hard to believe that COBOL was released in 1960 and is still active in some federal systems. The individuals who developed the code for these systems are now long past retirement age. Some code was accurately documented, and some were not. As a result, the process of transferring to a newer environment is fraught with concern. Until AI, the only way to understand the underlying code was for a human being to review it line by line. Everyone realized that this process was so tedious and time-consuming that an informal policy emerged, essentially patching the system. They kicked the can down the road for the next generation. Well, AI is her. It has the unique ability to review code, identify problems, and provide solutions quickly. This will drastically reduce the risk of moving antiquated systems from aging code systems. Today, we sat down with Kartik Mecheri from Karsun Solutions and Alan Thomas, former Commissioner of GSA FAS. During the interview, they offered suggestions on how best to accomplish the challenging task of digital modernization. Kartik emphasizes the value of a platform like ReDuX. Utilizing Amazon's Bedrock, ReDuX allows system developers to create a blueprint for the existing system. When combined with humans, this platform will save money on maintaining older systems and bring much-needed flexibility to new applications. Listen to learn how Karsun Solutions can reduce costs, increase flexibility, and improve efficiency in the process of digital modernization. The conversation also touched on the challenges of mission-critical systems, the role of AI in reducing risk, and the evolving job market, suggesting a shift towards strategic and innovative roles.

Dr Abhinav Pandya, a Cornell University graduate in public affairs and a bachelor's from St. Stephen's College, Delhi, is a founder and CEO of Usanas Foundation, an India-based foreign policy and security think tank. He has authored books named 'Radicalization in India: An Exploration (2019)' and 'Terror Financing in Kashmir (2023)'.He had previously advised the former governor of Jammu and Kashmir on security issues during the critical times when Kashmir's special status, Article 370, was revoked.He has written extensively for several national and international newspapers, and worked with the International Labour Organization, the United Nations.His latest book is "Inside the terrifying world of Jaish-e-Mohammad'. Order your copy here: https://www.amazon.in/Inside-Terrifying-World-Jaish-Mohammed/dp/9365694809

Guest genius, Dom Genova, returns to explain how a creative entrepreneur survived a stifling culture to launch a successful car dealership that won awards for ethics.  Dom's success as a car dealer boiled down to ensuring his customers didn't get taken advantage of by the car biz. Now he has a book to help others.  Also check out Dom's podcast and radio show, the No-Nonsense Roundtable. His guests range from YouTube's best rock music interviewer, Rick Beato, to a member of the Rascals, to Garrison Keillor himself, to the man who bought a laptop for Ringo.  Interested in coaching or training on these topics for you or your team? We'd love to hear from you! Email Mike and Mark. 

In this jam-packed episode of The Daily Herold, Jon Herold sits down with Congressman Kevin Kiley for a wide-ranging interview covering California's defiance of federal immigration policy, the legal battles surrounding sanctuary status, and the path forward for Trump's SAVE Act. Kiley offers sharp insight into election integrity challenges in California, the risks of dual citizenship in Congress, and how Trump is methodically deconstructing the DC swamp from within. After the interview, Herold pivots to major global and domestic headlines: Israel's escalating conflict with Iran and its potential ripple effects, Trump's peace-through-strength strategy, and regime narratives collapsing under the weight of coordinated lawfare and media failures. He also revisits the latest developments from the Lindell v. Coomer trial, featuring key updates reported by Ashe in America, and exposes potential deep-state false flag setups designed to manipulate public opinion. With sharp analysis, insider perspective, and no-nonsense breakdowns, this episode captures the battle for power and truth unfolding across every front.

Mike Munger is a professor of political science at Duke University. Much of his teaching and his great podcast, The Answer is Transaction Costs, involves political economy (the intersection of politics and economics) rather than just politics. We'll discuss the nature of bureaucracy.

We may be looking as Israel finally bringing Iran into irrelevance. And, how absurd can our government's bureaucracies be? I have a story that will show you.   There will be some follow up videos on Rumble. Take a look.  https://rumble.com/user/DumbassesTalkingPolitics Visit my website for links, show notes, and videos: https://www.dumbassestalkingpolitics.com  

In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano is joined by Miranda Devine, New York Post columnist and author of Laptop From Hell and The Big Guy, to expose the deliberate conspiracy to conceal President Biden's cognitive decline. They dissect the media's complicity, the Biden Auto Pen scandal, and the growing constitutional crisis caused by an unelected bureaucracy running the show. They also sound the alarm on the National Strategy for Countering Domestic Terrorism, the FBI's politicized focus, and the shocking lack of transparency surrounding recent assassination attempts on President Trump. This episode delivers must-hear insight into the erosion of trust in government and why urgent reforms are critical to restoring the Republic. Episode Highlights: Miranda Devine breaks down how the media and insiders coordinated to cover up Biden's decline and prop up a failing presidency A disturbing look at how the FBI and federal agencies target political opponents under the guise of “domestic terrorism” and the punitive actions they took against whistleblowers Why the attempted assassinations of Donald Trump remain shrouded in secrecy, and what the silence says about our institutions  

Send us a textTransaction costs are the friction in the gears of society, but the worst transaction costs are the ones that reflect government failure. You can see it in ever cliche about government, from the dreaded DMV lines to the passport control bottleneck. Drawing on Milton Friedman's "Barking Cats" essay from 1973, I explore why bureaucracy remains fundamentally immune to reform efforts, regardless of which political party holds power.The frustrating reality is that bureaucracies operate with completely different incentives than private businesses. While companies balance money costs against convenience to attract customers, government agencies focus solely on their budgets while taxing citizens with enormous "trouble costs." North Carolina's DMV perfectly illustrates this dysfunction—appointments require six-month waits while the state proudly touts its budget savings. Most maddening is that these aren't even genuine services, but rather artificial permission requirements the government imposes before allowing us to live our lives.This represents a textbook government failure—what economists call a Pareto inferior outcome. Most citizens would gladly pay slightly more in fees or taxes to avoid wasting hours (or months) of their lives in bureaucratic purgatory. That additional revenue could easily fund more staff and faster service. Yet the system has no mechanism to capture these preferences or respond to them.The problem isn't partisan, and it can't be fixed by shuffling leadership or staff. As Chris Rock might say about bureaucracy—"that tiger ain't go crazy, that tiger went tiger." Bureaucracy simply acts according to its nature. Reformers who believe they can fundamentally change how these institutions function are like people who want cats that bark—they fundamentally misunderstand the beast they're dealing with.Listen in for insights on why bureaucratic inefficiency persists despite our best efforts, complete with revealing (but not really funny) quotes from political thinkers ranging from Schumpeter to Trotsky. Have your own bureaucratic horror story to share? Let me know in the comments or on social media.Links:Friedman article 1973Keech and Munger article 2015Chris Rock, "Tiger!"Parkinson's LawMichael Munger: The "Trouble Tax"If you have questions or comments, or want to suggest a future topic, email the show at taitc.email@gmail.com ! You can follow Mike Munger on Twitter at @mungowitz

Are you confused by all the “crash” headlines about the housing market?Do you wonder why what you're hearing doesn't match what you're seeing locally?If so, you need to hear this.In this episode of Moving Sucks, Seth and Jenn break down one of the biggest mistakes people make when trying to understand the real estate market—and how it could be costing you big time. From Texas to Philly, they dive into the real story behind the stats, with personal stories, laughs, and no BS.

The US leads the world in biomedical innovation, with about 40% of patents being filed by US scientists and companies. The FDA plays a critical role in supporting and enabling this innovation pipeline and our guest Dr. Robert Califf was commissioner of the agency not once, but twice under Presidents Obama and Biden. He joins us to talk about what Americans should know about FDA's critical role and the threats to its functioning from the dramatic cuts the Trump administration has made over the last three months.We discuss:The broad sweep of FDA's purview from drugs and medical devices to cosmetics, food, tobacco and dog foodConcern that the FDA is now “decapitated and eviscerated” from the massive and multiple rounds of dismissalsWhile most industries want less regulation, the pharma industry wants more information and guidance from the FDACaliff has been affiliated with Duke for 50 of its 100 years, but a part of his heart is still with ClemsonWhat would Califf's “Make America Healthy Again” agenda be?“We need to develop reliable, repetitive sources of information that help people do things that are healthy and beneficial. That part of MAHA I like a lot…The second thing is… I'm developing connections with people who are thinking differently about primary care because I think everybody agrees there's no way you can take the current workforce and deliver what's needed. So it's got to be linked up with AI and digital technologies, but also with a very different looking workforce that gets paid differently, has more respect.”Relevant LinksRead Califf's WSJ opinion letter: “Work with the Bureaucracy, Not Against It”Peter Marks' resignation letter NYT article on the impact of FDA layoffsCaliff's “Public Health on Call” podcast episode on the state of the FDA Opinion article from 7 previous FDA commissioners on how recent changes are undermining credibility of the FDAAbout Our GuestRobert M. Califf, MD served as FDA Commmissioner under Presidents Biden and Obama. Califf is a nationally recognized expert in cardiovascular medicine, health outcomes research, health care quality, and clinical research, and a leader in the growing field of translational research. Prior to rejoining the FDA in 2022, Califf was head of medical strategy and senior advisor at Alphabet, contributing to strategy and policy for its health subsidiaries Verily Life Sciences and Google Health. Prior to Alphabet, he was professor of medicine and vice chancellor for clinical and translational research at Duke University, director of the Duke Translational Medicine Institute, and founding director of the Duke Clinical Research Institute. Dr. Califf is a graduate of Duke University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of California, San Francisco and a fellowship in cardiology at Duke.Connect With UsFor more information on...

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featuredChris Markowski takes a blowtorch to the bloated, broken U.S. higher education system—calling out hedge fund universities, ideological echo chambers, and useless degrees with $90k price tags. From the Ivy League hypocrisy and foreign student cash grabs to the rise of trade school demand and the need for skilled labor in energy and AI, it's time to tear it all down and start over. Want a college system that actually works? That leads to jobs, not debt? Then it's time to defund the administrative bloat and rethink the entire model. Welcome to the higher ed reckoning. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

America is sitting on a $2 trillion opportunity and no one's talking about it. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report, Professor Nick Giordano breaks down the recent U.S. discoveries of massive lithium and rare earth deposits that could reshape the global economy, restore American manufacturing, and end our reliance on foreign adversaries like China. Now that President Trump is back in office, his administration is taking aggressive steps to fast-track development and unleash America's mineral dominance. But will the bureaucrats, eco-activists, and foreign interests succeed in derailing this opportunity? This episode reveals the stakes and the path forward. Episode Highlights: Uncovered: Trillions of dollars in mineral deposits and the U.S. states poised to become richer than Dubai Why these mineral discoveries could spark a new era of American economic dominance How the Trump administration is cutting red tape and blocking China from controlling America's critical resources  

SPONSORS HERE: 1) American Financing: Go to https://www.AmericanFinancing.net/Dorey or call 888-991-9788 today! PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/JulianDorey (***TIMESTAMPS in Description Below) ~ Erik Dean Prince is an American businessman, investor, author, and former U.S. Navy SEAL officer, and the founder of the private military company Blackwater. ERIK'S LINKS: X: https://x.com/realErikDPrince BUY HIS BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Civilian-Warriors-Inside-Blackwater-Unsung/dp/1591847214 BUY HIS UNPLUGGED PHONE: https://unplugged.com/ FOLLOW JULIAN DOREY INSTAGRAM (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/juliandoreypodcast/ INSTAGRAM (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/julianddorey/ X: https://twitter.com/julianddorey JULIAN YT CHANNELS - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Clips YT: https://www.youtube.com/@juliandoreyclips - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Daily YT: https://www.youtube.com/@JulianDoreyDaily - SUBSCRIBE to Best of JDP: https://www.youtube.com/@bestofJDP ****TIMESTAMPS**** 00:00 – Upbringing, Russia Trip, Nicaragua Mass Graves, Socialist Churches 14:51 – Bipartisan System Failure, Founding Fathers, Normandy Visit 24:39 – Navy Story, Hillsdale, Firefighter, Blackwater CEO Moment 32:31 – Bureaucracy vs Private, Hell Week, Leaving Navy (Family) 40:21 – Haiti, Sniper School, Blackwater Start, Leadership Mistakes 54:38 – USS Cole, 9/11, Blackwater Scaling, Cost Efficiency 01:05:31 – Chain of Command, Mental Health, Afghanistan Fallout 01:18:03 – Afghanistan Collapse, Trump's NatSec Team, USAID & Pentagon 01:26:07 – Afghan/Iraq Invasions, Blocked Plans, Al-Zarqawi Blowback 01:39:05 – CIA NOC Leak 01:47:23 – Nisour Square, CIA NOC Ends, Isolation 02:01:19 – Sentencing, Pardon, Blackwater Fallout, Somali Piracy Pivot 02:09:19 – UAE Life, China Bike Trip, China's Rise 02:19:49 – Cartels = Terror Orgs 02:25:26 – NOC Leak Explainer, Afghanistan Prediction 02:33:27 – Israel–Hamas, Tunnel Driller, IDF Self-Casualties 02:46:40 - Unplugged Phone CREDITS: - Host, Editor & Producer: Julian Dorey - In-Studio Producer: Alessi Allaman - https://www.youtube.com/@UCyLKzv5fKxGmVQg3cMJJzyQ Julian Dorey Podcast Episode 305 - Erik Prince Music by Artlist.io Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cutting Through the Chaos with Wallace Garneau – I explore how an unelected bureaucracy within America's intelligence and administrative state has assumed control, sidelining voters. It examines coordinated media narratives, selective enforcement, and covert tactics—from “sue and settle” to kompromat—to neutralize dissent and manipulate elections, revealing a managed democracy where institutional allegiance outweighs citizen power.

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