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Before enjoying Ruth Lake this summer, be sure to clean, drain and dry all gear, boats and trailers to prevent the spread of the invasive golden mussel. The golden mussel, native to East and Southeast Asia, was first documented in California in 2024. Like quagga and zebra mussels, the golden mussel is capable of rapidly spreading, wreaking ecological health and threatening water infrastructure and water quality. Thomas Jabusch of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and Michiko Mares of the Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District join the program to golden mussels, their threat, and what you can do to stop the spread of this invasive species.Support the show

California Department of Fish and Wildlife Director Charlton H. Bonham says the program will foster cooperation between the state and impacted ranchers to effectively and safely manage California's growing gray wolf population.

Picture this: You're a medical professional on a routine work trip when suddenly you're playing a real-life game of survival that makes Bear Grylls look like a weekend camper. Meet Tiffany Slaton, the dialysis tech from Georgia who accidentally became the Sierra Nevada's most badass temporary resident. What started as just another day at the office turned into a 24-day masterclass in "how to not die in the mountains." Tiffany didn't just survive—she MacGyvered her way through multiple blizzards, turned her medical training into wilderness wizardry, and basically gave Mother Nature a run for her money while rescue teams played the world's most stressful game of hide-and-seek. This isn't your typical "lost hiker gets found" story. This is about a woman who stared down hypothermia, outsmarted starvation, and somehow kept her sanity while trapped in America's most unforgiving mountain range. Spoiler alert: the mountains blinked first. Episode Timeline 00:00 - Sponsor: Case Knives 00:30 - Welcome and podcast introduction 00:54 - The Sierra Nevada: America's deadliest mountain range 03:33 - Meet Tiffany Slaton: from Georgia to the mountains 06:48 - The catastrophic fall that changed everything 10:44 - Survival tactics: how medical training saved her life 14:03 - When the mind becomes your greatest enemy 19:48 - Sponsor: Rough Greens pet nutrition 20:56 - Understanding the Sierra Nevada's deadly reputation 22:01 - Weathering nature's worst: surviving multiple blizzards 23:03 - Permaculture knowledge becomes survival gold 23:52 - The breaking point: physical and mental limits tested 28:19 - The final storm and miraculous rescue 32:06 - Recovery, reflection, and lessons learned Email us! thecruxsurvival@gmail.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecruxpodcast/ Get schooled by Julie in outdoor wilderness medicine! https://www.headwatersfieldmedicine.com/ References and Sources Primary News Sources: ABC News. "Woman found alive after being missing 3 weeks in California mountains speaks out." May 16, 2025. https://abcnews.go.com/US/woman-found-alive-after-missing-3-weeks-california/story?id=121888546 Forrester, Megan. "Woman found alive after being missing 3 weeks in California mountains speaks out." ABC News, May 16, 2025. Sundel, Jenna. "Who Is Tiffany Slaton? Woman Vanished Two Weeks Ago on 'Bucket List' Trip." Newsweek, May 8, 2025. https://www.newsweek.com/who-tiffany-slaton-woman-vanished-two-weeks-ago-bucket-list-trip-2069686 "Missing woman was 'miraculously' found in California's mountains. Then came the chorus of skeptics." MSN/Los Angeles Times, 2025. https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/missing-woman-was-miraculously-found-in-californias-mountains-then-came-the-chorus-of-skeptics/ar-AA1FhYVx?ocid=BingNewsSerp Gariano, Francesca. "How a missing hiker survived for 3 weeks in the California wilderness." Today.com, May 2025. https://www.today.com/news/news/missing-hiker-california-tiffany-slaton-found-alive-rcna207456 Lavietes, Matt. "'Dad, I'm alive': Missing camper found after surviving weeks in the California mountains." NBC News, May 15, 2025. Cull, Ian. "Missing hiker survived for weeks in California wilderness by foraging and drinking melted snow." NBC Bay Area, May 16, 2025. Bridge, Liv. "Woman, 27, found alive after 3 weeks missing in mountains details how she survived." UNILAD, May 20, 2025. Kaonga, Gerrard. "70-year-old hiker found alive after 5 days lost in the wilderness details how he survived." UNILAD, July 26, 2024. Sierra Nevada Geographic and Geological Sources: "Sierra Nevada." Wikipedia. Accessed 2025. Heap, Cole. "Natural Hazards of the Sierra Nevada." LibreTexts Geology of California, 2025. "Dangers on the Trail." Backpack the Sierra (High Sierra Topix), 2023. Search and Rescue Statistics: "Gone Missing In The National Parks." National Parks Traveler, November 2018. "Missing Persons Statistics." California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General, January 29, 2025. "How many people have disappeared in America's National Parks." StrangeOutdoors.com, November 23, 2024.

In Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons, Dr. Brittany Friedman delves into how the California Department of Corrections deployed various official, clandestine, and at times extralegal control techniques—including officer alliances with imprisoned white supremacists—to suppress Black political movements, revealing the broader themes of deception, empire, corruption, and white supremacy in American mass incarceration. Drawing from original interviews with founders of Black political movements such as the Black Guerilla Family, white supremacists, and a swath of little-known archival data, Dr. Friedman uncovers how the US domestic war against imprisoned Black people models and perpetuates genocide, imprisonment, and torture abroad. This episode considers: what the official records omit, how the questions we ask guide the answers we find, pattern mapping, racial categorization systems, surveillance mechanisms, the importance of outsider archives, protecting your sources, and why we need to awaken. Our guest is: Dr. Brittany Friedman, who is assistant professor of sociology at the University of Southern California. Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who works as a developmental editor for scholars, and is the producer of the Academic Life podcast. Listeners may enjoy this playlist: The Social Constructions of Race Hands Up, Don't Shoot The Names of All the Flowers Freemans Challenge Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Journal of Higher Education in Prison Education Behind The Wall Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! You can help to support the show by posting about, downloading, assigning or sharing episodes. Join us to learn from experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 250+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this episode of The Eric Ries Show, I'm joined by Bob Sutton, organizational psychologist and New York Times bestselling author of several influential books on leadership, behavior, and workplace culture, including his latest: The Friction Project.We explore insights from across his body of work, including real-world examples of large organizations that have figured out how to operate more effectively and ethically—despite the inherent messiness of human systems.We discuss:• Ideas from The Knowing-Doing Gap, including the importance of psychological safety and a breakdown of “the smart talk trap”• Why even the best-run companies are still flawed• The surprising number of companies owned by private foundations, including Hershey Chocolate and Ikea• How well-run organizations resist management fads while staying open to real innovation• A story from Tim Cook about critical thinking in HR—and the cost of over-hiring• “Addition sickness”: what happens when too many people work on a problem• Strategies for removing friction• The “No Asshole Rule”: why toxic leaders damage performance and morale• The best founders strike the right balance between confidence and humility •  And much more!—Brought to you by:• Ahrefs – Get instant website traffic insights, without the noise. Learn more. —Where to find Bob Sutton: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobsutton1/• Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bobsutton.net• Website: https://bobsutton.net/—Where to find Eric:• Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ericries.carrd.co/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • Podcast:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ericriesshow.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@theericriesshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ —In This Episode We Cover:(00:00) Intro(01:45) Insights from The Knowing Doing Gap(09:29) How Becky Margiotta rewarded the doers of her 100,000 homes project (12:24) An explanation of why every organization is flawed (21:32) A case for still trying to improve the way companies are run (26:03) How larger organizations always do things worse—some worse than others(27:58) A case of organizational improvement: The California Department of Motor Vehicles (29:58) Companies owned by private foundations and other unique models(33:52) Lessons from Tim Cook around thinking critically about hiring(36:26) Addition sickness(39:58) Strategies for removing friction and adding good friction (46:42) Simple practices that work(49:50) The ‘no asshole' rule(52:32) The pitfalls of holacracy and an explanation of ‘stagegate'(57:18) Why founders sometimes need to step back after scaling(1:01:09) Advice for founders who want to stay CEOs and operate in founder mode(1:04:40) The importance of ‘torchbearers' and resisting pressures for short-term gains(1:08:30) A case for doing things the right way, even if you don't have to (1:11:05) How corruption eventually degrades an organization (1:18:03) Lightning round—You can find episode references at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ericriesshow.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠—Production and marketing by Pen Name.Eric may be an investor in the companies discussed.

In Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons, Dr. Brittany Friedman delves into how the California Department of Corrections deployed various official, clandestine, and at times extralegal control techniques—including officer alliances with imprisoned white supremacists—to suppress Black political movements, revealing the broader themes of deception, empire, corruption, and white supremacy in American mass incarceration. Drawing from original interviews with founders of Black political movements such as the Black Guerilla Family, white supremacists, and a swath of little-known archival data, Dr. Friedman uncovers how the US domestic war against imprisoned Black people models and perpetuates genocide, imprisonment, and torture abroad. This episode considers: what the official records omit, how the questions we ask guide the answers we find, pattern mapping, racial categorization systems, surveillance mechanisms, the importance of outsider archives, protecting your sources, and why we need to awaken. Our guest is: Dr. Brittany Friedman, who is assistant professor of sociology at the University of Southern California. Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who works as a developmental editor for scholars, and is the producer of the Academic Life podcast. Listeners may enjoy this playlist: The Social Constructions of Race Hands Up, Don't Shoot The Names of All the Flowers Freemans Challenge Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Journal of Higher Education in Prison Education Behind The Wall Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! You can help to support the show by posting about, downloading, assigning or sharing episodes. Join us to learn from experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 250+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

In Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons, Dr. Brittany Friedman delves into how the California Department of Corrections deployed various official, clandestine, and at times extralegal control techniques—including officer alliances with imprisoned white supremacists—to suppress Black political movements, revealing the broader themes of deception, empire, corruption, and white supremacy in American mass incarceration. Drawing from original interviews with founders of Black political movements such as the Black Guerilla Family, white supremacists, and a swath of little-known archival data, Dr. Friedman uncovers how the US domestic war against imprisoned Black people models and perpetuates genocide, imprisonment, and torture abroad. This episode considers: what the official records omit, how the questions we ask guide the answers we find, pattern mapping, racial categorization systems, surveillance mechanisms, the importance of outsider archives, protecting your sources, and why we need to awaken. Our guest is: Dr. Brittany Friedman, who is assistant professor of sociology at the University of Southern California. Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who works as a developmental editor for scholars, and is the producer of the Academic Life podcast. Listeners may enjoy this playlist: The Social Constructions of Race Hands Up, Don't Shoot The Names of All the Flowers Freemans Challenge Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Journal of Higher Education in Prison Education Behind The Wall Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! You can help to support the show by posting about, downloading, assigning or sharing episodes. Join us to learn from experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 250+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

In Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons, Dr. Brittany Friedman delves into how the California Department of Corrections deployed various official, clandestine, and at times extralegal control techniques—including officer alliances with imprisoned white supremacists—to suppress Black political movements, revealing the broader themes of deception, empire, corruption, and white supremacy in American mass incarceration. Drawing from original interviews with founders of Black political movements such as the Black Guerilla Family, white supremacists, and a swath of little-known archival data, Dr. Friedman uncovers how the US domestic war against imprisoned Black people models and perpetuates genocide, imprisonment, and torture abroad. This episode considers: what the official records omit, how the questions we ask guide the answers we find, pattern mapping, racial categorization systems, surveillance mechanisms, the importance of outsider archives, protecting your sources, and why we need to awaken. Our guest is: Dr. Brittany Friedman, who is assistant professor of sociology at the University of Southern California. Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who works as a developmental editor for scholars, and is the producer of the Academic Life podcast. Listeners may enjoy this playlist: The Social Constructions of Race Hands Up, Don't Shoot The Names of All the Flowers Freemans Challenge Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Journal of Higher Education in Prison Education Behind The Wall Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! You can help to support the show by posting about, downloading, assigning or sharing episodes. Join us to learn from experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 250+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/academic-life

In Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons, Dr. Brittany Friedman delves into how the California Department of Corrections deployed various official, clandestine, and at times extralegal control techniques—including officer alliances with imprisoned white supremacists—to suppress Black political movements, revealing the broader themes of deception, empire, corruption, and white supremacy in American mass incarceration. Drawing from original interviews with founders of Black political movements such as the Black Guerilla Family, white supremacists, and a swath of little-known archival data, Dr. Friedman uncovers how the US domestic war against imprisoned Black people models and perpetuates genocide, imprisonment, and torture abroad. This episode considers: what the official records omit, how the questions we ask guide the answers we find, pattern mapping, racial categorization systems, surveillance mechanisms, the importance of outsider archives, protecting your sources, and why we need to awaken. Our guest is: Dr. Brittany Friedman, who is assistant professor of sociology at the University of Southern California. Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who works as a developmental editor for scholars, and is the producer of the Academic Life podcast. Listeners may enjoy this playlist: The Social Constructions of Race Hands Up, Don't Shoot The Names of All the Flowers Freemans Challenge Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Journal of Higher Education in Prison Education Behind The Wall Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! You can help to support the show by posting about, downloading, assigning or sharing episodes. Join us to learn from experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 250+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons, Dr. Brittany Friedman delves into how the California Department of Corrections deployed various official, clandestine, and at times extralegal control techniques—including officer alliances with imprisoned white supremacists—to suppress Black political movements, revealing the broader themes of deception, empire, corruption, and white supremacy in American mass incarceration. Drawing from original interviews with founders of Black political movements such as the Black Guerilla Family, white supremacists, and a swath of little-known archival data, Dr. Friedman uncovers how the US domestic war against imprisoned Black people models and perpetuates genocide, imprisonment, and torture abroad. This episode considers: what the official records omit, how the questions we ask guide the answers we find, pattern mapping, racial categorization systems, surveillance mechanisms, the importance of outsider archives, protecting your sources, and why we need to awaken. Our guest is: Dr. Brittany Friedman, who is assistant professor of sociology at the University of Southern California. Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who works as a developmental editor for scholars, and is the producer of the Academic Life podcast. Listeners may enjoy this playlist: The Social Constructions of Race Hands Up, Don't Shoot The Names of All the Flowers Freemans Challenge Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Journal of Higher Education in Prison Education Behind The Wall Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! You can help to support the show by posting about, downloading, assigning or sharing episodes. Join us to learn from experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 250+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening!

California legislature members discussed the closure of two refineries next year, which has caused some concerns that it could increase the cost for gas or increase amount of fuel imported at ports in Los Angeles in Long Beach. Assemblymember Mike Gipson speaks with NBC4's Conan Nolan. A recent AP-NORC poll found that about 7 in 10 U.S. adults think transgender female athletes should not be allowed to participate in girls and women's sports at the high school, college or professional level. That view was shared by about 9 in 10 Republicans and roughly half of Democrats. The Law Makers, Law Breakers and times that there oughta be a law. Former Charles Manson follower and California's longest-serving female inmate Patricia Krenwinkel was recommended for parole after serving more than five decades for multiple killings in 1969, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation said.

In February, California Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Vera Zakem as California's State Chief Technology Innovation Officer at the California Department of Technology. Zakem brings deep experience from national security, democracy and human rights, and technology policy. Most recently, under former President Joe Biden, she served as the Chief Digital Democracy and Rights Officer at USAID, where she led global efforts to align emerging technologies with democratic values. Zakem assumes the role as California, like many governments, is accelerating its embrace of artificial intelligence. Justin Hendrix spoke with Zakem about the promise of state-led innovation and how to avoid its perils, what responsible AI governance might mean in practice, and how California might chart a course that's both ambitious and accountable to its citizens.

Paul L. Singer, Abigail Stempson, Beth Bolen Chun, Andrea deLorimier Last week, Washington Attorney General Nick Brown, a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general from ten other states, and the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation wrote the Consumer Protection Financial Bureau's Acting Director, Russell Vought, pressing the CFPB to issue ​“long-delayed restitution” to consumers allegedly harmed by a business offering online training for tech positions.

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On this episode of Valley Views, Executive Director Blake Zante engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Levi Sumagaysay of CalMatters, Ryan Jacobsen of the Fresno County Farm Bureau, and Karen Ross, Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture. Together, they examine the impact of tariffs in California—especially on agriculture and the broader economy. The discussion delves into how global trade policy affects local producers, consumers, and workers, while shedding light on the state's response to shifting international markets.This conversation offers expert insights into the intersection of trade, policy, and agriculture in California—and the importance of strategic decision-making to protect and promote the state's economic resilience.For more resources, ⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay connected with The Maddy Institute.

In this powerful and raw episode, Brad sits down with special guest Paul Casey, whose story of redemption will leave you inspired and fired up to take full ownership of your life. Paul spent 10 consecutive years in some of the toughest prisons in the California Department of Corrections. But instead of letting that time break him, Paul used it as fuel for transformation. Toward the tail end of his sentence, he got sober, dove into fitness and nutrition, and began helping others with their macros and training—all from behind bars. Upon release, Paul wasted no time jumping headfirst into the fitness industry—training clients at Orangetheory and leading group fitness classes. Today, he's the proud owner of The Better You, a thriving personal training business in the Bay Area offering private and group coaching. We talk about: What prison really taught him about discipline and character How fitness and sobriety became his anchor The mindset it takes to turn rock bottom into a launching pad His transition from incarceration to entrepreneurship Why daily habits and structure are non-negotiable in building a better life Paul's story is proof that your past does not define you—and that with purpose, discipline, and a vision, you can rewrite yours.   Follow Paul on Instagram - @the_coach_paul   Interested in working with a coach? Get a free nutrition consultation - Schedule Here   Join Us On Patreon - Join Here   Submit your questions to be featured on our Q&A episodes.   Order from Cured Supplement Order from Legion Supplements and get 20% off your first order by using discount code: keynutrition   Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Guest Paul Casey - @the_coach_paul Next Level Nutrition – @mynextlevelnutrition   Episode Timestamps 00:00 "From Victim to Predator" 08:05 Assault and Terrorist Threat Conviction 14:11 Numbness and Hustle After Loss 17:01 Drug Dealing Descent Into Addiction 22:36 Transformation Through Inmate Mentorship 29:50 Discovering Passion Through Helping Others 35:19 "Sobriety Journey: In and Out" 40:08 Sacrifices for Fitness Success 46:47 Self-Neglect Due to Overcommitment 50:03 Hormonal Differences: Impact on Fitness 54:21 Ego-Free Transformation Journey 59:18 Identity Transformation Steps 01:05:54 Overcoming Negative Self-Image 01:09:47 Sharing Stories Boosts Business 01:14:06 Embracing My Past as an Asset 01:20:28 "Comparison as Joy's Thief"

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Fred E. Jandt reflects on his work with the California Department of Transportation. It's where he led a transformative initiative to promote negotiation mastery and conflict resolution amid rising demands for accountability. By training managers in structured conflict analysis, he shifted leadership from reactive habits to strategic engagement.  Fred emphasizes emotional regulation—especially anger—as essential to negotiation mastery and explores how virtual platforms and AI have redefined mediation. Addressing power imbalances and ethical challenges, he highlights preparation and empathy as core to effective leadership.  He concludes with actionable strategies for influencing upward, aligning proposals with authority figures' priorities through clarity, persuasion, and emotional intelligence.  

In this episode of Gov Tech Today, we welcome Liana Bailey-Crimmins, California's Chief Information Officer and Director of the California Department of Technology. Jennifer and Liana discuss the intersections of government and technology, focusing on lessons learned from a 30-year career, the challenges of bridging the digital divide, and how California is leading the way in AI adoption and cybersecurity. Key insights include the importance of partnerships in vendor relationships, the role of generative AI in modernizing public services, and the significance of putting people first in technological advancements. 00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement00:45 Liana Bailey-Crimmins' Career Journey01:03 Lessons Learned in Government IT02:07 Broadband and Security Initiatives03:15 Vendor Relationships and Partnerships10:19 Innovation and Change Management12:05 California's Federated IT Model14:27 Local Government Outreach15:11 Navigating California's Complex Policies15:48 Service Provider Collaboration16:54 State-Level Support and Community Impact18:32 Challenges and Opportunities in Public Service19:20 Innovative Procurement Strategies23:17 AI and Cybersecurity Initiatives24:38 Generative AI in Government Operations32:39 Future Vision and Legacy

Prisons are a microcosm of how carceral apartheid operates as a larger governing strategy to decimate political targets and foster deceit, disinformation, and division in society. White supremacy within the institutional conditions in US prisons produces a power dynamic of racist intent in the prison system that culminates in what Professor Brittany Friedman terms carceral apartheid. Host Sahar Aziz discusses the many shocking discoveries that Friedman finds from the research for her book Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prison published in 2025. Beginning in the 1950s, California prison officials declared war on imprisoned Black people and sought to identify Black militants as a key problem, creating a strategy for the management, segregation, and elimination of these individuals from the prison population that continues into the present day. In Carceral Apartheid, Professor Friedman delves into how the California Department of Corrections deployed various official, clandestine, and at times extralegal control techniques—including officer alliances with imprisoned white supremacists—to suppress Black political movements, revealing the broader themes of deception, empire, corruption, and white supremacy in American mass incarceration. Professor Friedman uncovers how the US domestic war against imprisoned Black people models and perpetuates genocide, imprisonment, and torture abroad.#MassIncarceration #Apartheid #WhiteSupremacy #Prison #BLM #RacismSupport the showSupport the Center for Security, Race and Rights by following us and making a donation: Donate: https://give.rutgersfoundation.org/csrr-support/20046.html Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rucsrr Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rutgerscsrr Follow us on Threads: https://threads.com/rutgerscsrr Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/rucsrr Follow us on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/rucsrr Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://csrr.rutgers.edu/newsroom/sign-up-for-newsletter/

Lisa Skinner is a behavioral expert in the field of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. In her 20-year career as a community counselor and regional director of senior care facilities, she has helped thousands of families find the best care options for their loved ones. She holds an Administrator's License through the California Department of Social Services. As a trainer, adviser and public speaker, Skinner has dedicated her career to teaching people the skills to effectively manage brain disease. Her book,  Truth, Lies & Alzheimer's: Its Secret Faces  is a vital guide for families navigating the complexities of Alzheimer's and dementia and provides an unconventional path to peace of mind for caregivers and loved ones facing this devastating diagnosis.    Book: Truth, Lies & Alzheimer's: Its Secret Faces https://www.amazon.com/Truth-Lies-Alzheimers-Secret-Faces/dp/1957344148/   PH  707-815-2534 lpaglia1@yahoo.com

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger Picture Bernie Sanders show the world what a hypocrite he really is in regards to his climate agenda. Gas prices will most likely shoot up in California, rest of the country will see cheaper fuel prices. Fed right on schedule, rate will not move. Trump sets the path forward, deal made with the UK, its happening. The patriots are now making the [DS] feel pain, the D's in DC are panicking, they don't know how to stop it. Kash confirms that the FBI has the Esptein information and they will produce it when the time is right, timing is everything. The [DS] is starting to realize what Trump is actually doing, they hoped he would just reverse Biden's policies withe EOs but he is doing something they never expected and they are realizing he is actually dismantling their system.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy https://twitter.com/gatewaypundit/status/1920460778617876678 California Gas Prices Could Rise 75% By End Of 2026: USC Analysis California gas prices could skyrocket by as much as 75 percent by the end of 2026 with the expected shutdown of oil refineries in the state, according to an analysis released May 5 by a researcher at the University of Southern California (USC). Regular gasoline prices could rise from an average of $4.82 in April 2025 to as high as $8.44 a gallon by the end of next year, said the report, authored by Professor Michael Mische at the Marshall School of Business. Two Phillips 66 refineries in Los Angeles—about 8 percent of the state's oil refining capacity—are slated to close by the end of this year. Valero Energy Corp. also announced last month it will shut down or restructure its Benicia refinery in the San Francisco Bay area—which accounts for about 9 percent of refining capacity—by April 2026, increasing concerns over gas prices and supply. The USC analysis states that based on current demand, consumption, state regulations, and other factors, the refinery closures could result in a potential 21 percent drop in refining capacity from 2023 to April 2026. The state of California is currently suing major oil companies over alleged deception regarding the risks of climate change and fossil fuel combustion. New permits have plummeted 97 percent over the last five years, according to data from the California Department of Conservation. New drilling permits in the state dropped from 2,676 in 2019 to 86 in 2024.   Source: zerohedge.com VIDEO: Trump Previews China Negotiations in Switzerland, Says He Will Not Pull Back Tariffs and Signals Major Leverage Ahead of Tariff Talks   Reporter: What do you hope to come out of the talks with China in Switzerland? Trump: We'll see. We were losing a trillion dollars a year, now we're not losing anything. That's the way I look at it. We were losing with China on trade a trillion dollars a year– more actually. But let's say a trillion. You know what we're losing now? Nothing. That's not bad. When asked if he was willing to cease his tariffs against China for the purposes of negotiating, Trump gave a blunt one word answer. NO Per Fox:   Source: thegatewaypundit.com      Political/Rights https://twitter.com/Breaking911/status/1920181998833856970?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1920181998833856970%7Ctwgr%5Efc8bc4152a975d818d6cb1ef937de786822c4a05%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fredstate.com%2Fnick-arama%2F2025%2F05%2F08%2Foh-my-if-cbs-had-any-credibility-left-they-just-killed-it-with-jaw-dropping-remark-about-conclave-n2188814

In this episode, Payton unpacks the chilling case of Charles Wilding, a reclusive man ensnared by a deadly con. Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderwithmyhusband NEW MERCH LINK: https://mwmhshop.com Twitch: twitch.tv/throatypie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intothedarkpod/ Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUbh-B5Or9CT8Hutw1wfYqQ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/into-the-dark/id1662304327 Listen on spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36SDVKB2MEWpFGVs9kRgQ7 Case Sources: People – https://people.com/woman-sentenced-scam-dead-mans-home-8611468 LA Times - https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-03-18/fake-will-ghost-guns-a-missing-body-what-happened-to-charles-wilding https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-03-18/she-sold-his-encino-home-out-from-under-him-for-1-5-million-then-he-killed-himself https://www.newspapers.com/image/1131309087/?match=1&terms=%22Caroline%20Herrling%22 New York Post - https://nypost.com/2024/03/25/us-news/squatter-left-dead-mans-body-in-luxury-la-home-in-elaborate-scheme-to-take-over-property/ ABC 7 - https://abc7.com/caroline-joanne-herrling-carrie-phenix-fake-wills-real-estate-scam/14542948/ LA Magazine - https://lamag.com/crimeinla/squatters-organized-crime-la-grifters-thieves-murderers-take-over-homes Daily News - https://www.dailynews.com/2023/02/17/west-hills-woman-allegedly-scammed-millions-in-real-estate-assets-from-dead-men/ Law and Crime - https://lawandcrime.com/crime/like-a-cash-register-fraudster-took-over-home-of-man-who-later-mysteriously-died-dismembered-body-and-dumped-parts-in-san-francisco-bay/ State of California Department of Justice - https://oag.ca.gov/missing/person/charles-wilding United States Attorney's Office - https://www.justice.gov/usao-cdca/pr/west-hills-woman-who-disposed-one-victims-body-sentenced-20-years-federal-prison Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Much how wine, cheese, and other agricultural products are authenticated as coming from their traditional geographic zone of origin, a new program about to launch is California will help old school growers in traditional cultivation communities protect their regional legacies in the world of weed. To explain this exciting new development, we shared a sesh with Genine Coleman, founder and Executive Director of Origins Council, a California nonprofit advocacy, education and research organization dedicated to sustainable economic development for rural cannabis producing regions. Genine has been working directly with the California Department of Food and Agriculture and researchers at Cal Poly Humboldt University to develop and implement a statewide appellation system where local communities can create their own standards and have them recognized nationally and even internationally as legal cannabis sales evolve around the world.  PATREON Please ⁠support Great Moments in Weed HIstory on Patreon⁠. Supporters get exclusive access to video versions of this podcast and private seshes, plus cool rewards like a signed book. And it truly helps us make the best show possible. EPISODE ARCHIVE Visit our podcast feed for 150+ episodes of Great Moments in Weed History, and subscribe now to get a new weekly podcast every Weednesday.

What can we learn from artists who survived the chaos of 1980s prisons—and how can their lessons help us resist authoritarianism today?From the Center for the Study of Art & Community, this is Change the Story / Change the World: A chronicle of art and social change, where artivists share and learn the skills and strategies they need to thrive as creative community leaders. My name is Bill Cleveland. As censorship and threats escalate for activist artists and community leaders, navigating today's polarized world demands more than passion. This episode draws powerful insights from prison arts programs to help creatives and organizers thrive amid rising societal conflict and control.Discover 11 practical rules for building credibility, resilience, and respect in high-stakes, divided environments.Learn why sustained relationships and long-term commitment are the foundation for real, transformative change.Gain essential strategies for navigating us-versus-them traps, telling bold yet responsible stories, and protecting mental health in toxic climates.Listen now to unlock time-tested survival strategies that can empower your activism, deepen your community work, and sustain your creative mission.Notable Mentions1. PeopleBill Cleveland: Host of Change the Story, Change the World. Director of the Center for the Study of Art and Community, he draws on decades of experience working with artists in prisons and conflict zones.Jim Reeves: Author featured in previous episodes, discussed teaching and writing inside prisons.Noel Raymond: Theater director and cultural leader, spoke about operating arts organizations under political duress.Vern McKee: Incarcerated artist, president of Vacaville Prison's Art and Musicians Guilds, who developed the core “Verne's Rules” that guide arts engagement in high-stakes environments .2. EventsCalifornia's Arts-in-Corrections Program (1980-90's): A transformative initiative bringing arts education into state prisons during the 1980s, led by Bill Cleveland. A current program under the same name is being operated by the California Arts Council and the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is carrying on the program The Troubles (Northern Ireland): A period of political and sectarian conflict (late 1960s–1998) cited for comparison with the U.S. authoritarian climate.Khmer Rouge Regime (Cambodia): Post-genocide rebuilding efforts included cultural recovery, referenced here as a parallel to U.S. challenges.Serbia under Slobodan Milošević: Cited as a reference...

In today's Ag Net News Hour, Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” and Lorrie Boyer started off talking about how the Bureau of Reclamation has increased water allocations for Central Valley Project contractors, with South of Delta irrigation, water service, and repayment contractors receiving an increase from 40% to 50%. However, concerns remain that this isn't sufficient to support farming needs, with frustration over water policy and environmental restrictions preventing farmers from receiving more. They also updated listeners on the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) working to control Mediterranean fruit fly populations using the sterile insect technique, which involves releasing sterilized male flies to disrupt reproduction. This method has been used before, including in Los Angeles County in 2023. The presence of Mediterranean fruit flies in Alameda and Santa Clara counties poses a significant threat to specialty crop growers, with potential economic losses of up to $1.8 billion per year. CDFA has established quarantines and monitoring programs to address the issue. Another topic on the show today was the Port of Los Angeles is facing a significant drop in shipping volume due to tariffs on Chinese goods. Shipments from China, which account for 45% of the port's business, are expected to decrease by 35% starting next week. Major American retailers have halted shipments from China, and transport companies are exploring alternatives in Southeast Asia to fill ships. This situation is part of a broader trade strategy aimed at addressing imbalances with China. In today's Almond Board of California Almond Update segment, the almond industry is focusing on sustainability, stewardship, and nutrition to highlight its role in addressing climate goals and supporting local communities. Efforts include improving water efficiency, carbon capture, and promoting almonds as a nutritious protein alternative. Communication with legislators is key, as many are unfamiliar with farming challenges. Advocacy efforts, such as lobby days, aim to educate policymakers on the industry's contributions and regulatory impacts. Uncertainty around the 2025 almond crop due to weather and bloom challenges is being closely monitored, with potential impacts on supply and pricing. The almond industry continues to emphasize its importance in agriculture and the economy. Additionally, specialty crop growers are receiving support through the USDA's Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops program, addressing challenges like rising costs, labor shortages, and trade disruptions. An alliance of agricultural organizations is pushing for a bipartisan farm bill to enhance competitiveness.

Dr. Frederick G. Elias is committed to improving organizational leadership styles through the use of communication and motivation. Dr. Elias has attained national recognition as an educator and consultant in organizational development, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, and human resource management. He is a dynamic speaker and author in the areas of motivation, communication mastery, team building, self esteem enhancement, personal goal setting, and empowerment. Values, Beliefs & Clients  Leadership training Dr. Frederick G. Elias designs, implements and conducts leadership training, staff development, productivity improvement, team building, and peak performance programs for the private and public sectors. He works with individuals to create resources that will transform their lives both personally and professionally.  Top Clients Clients include Xerox, Sun Microsystems, General Motors, Cox Cable, Automated Test Engineering, Inc., the State of California Department of Personnel Administration, Los Angeles Community Colleges, Santa Barbara County, and the San Diego Community College District.  Reputation & Resume Dr. Frederick G. Elias is author of the acclaimed I CAN I WILL, Dynamics for Personal Success (ODC Publishing, 1992) and Maximum Impact: Strategies for Life Fitness, in which he encourages readers and listeners to increase self-confidence, manage emotions, and overcome barriers to success. He brings these concepts to the corporate environment through hands-on workshops that provide participants with the necessary tools to make personal changes for lifelong success. The results are vast improvements in the Quality of Work Life (QWL) and enhanced cooperation and compatibility in working relationships.

Did you know over 60% of California families speak multiple languages at home? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Anya Hurwitz, Executive Director of SEAL, to unravel the complexities and triumphs of educational equity for multilingual learners. We explore Dr. Hurwitz's passionate dedication to redesigning education, balancing emotional support with systemic change, and empowering teachers to unlock the full potential of every child. Discover the power of language, the importance of cultural inclusion, and how to transform challenges into opportunities for collective impact. This week's episode 165 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about educational equity for multilingual learners! In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Anya Hurwitz is sharing the importance of unlocking all of a child's potential and actionable steps you can take right now to build a team of mentors and supporters in our lives. Dr. Anya Hurwitz is the President and Executive Director of Sobrato Early Academic Language, a nonprofit in California that works with school districts, county offices of education, schools, preschool LEAs, teachers, families, California Department of Education, and many other education champions to advance educational outcomes of English Learners and Dual Language Learners. Dr. Anya has a longstanding commitment to creating the conditions for public schools to meet the diverse needs of their students' academic and socio-emotional development. She has worked as a teacher, school leader, district administrator, and within the educational nonprofit sector.Some of the talking points Julie and Anya go over in this episode include:SEAL's mission to help multilingual learners in California and beyond learn, thrive, and lead.Several barriers to multilingual education, including the historical context of language policies and the lack of bilingual teachers.The balance between fear and courage in leadership roles.The power of relationships across different ages and the importance of learning from younger people.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about How Women Inspire at https://www.howwomenlead.com/podcast CONNECT WITH ANYA HURWITZ:LinkedInX (formerly Twitter)SEAL websiteCONNECT WITH JULIE CASTRO ABRAMS:LinkedIn - JulieHow Women LeadHow Women InvestHow Women GiveInstagram - HWLLinkedIn - HWLFacebook - HWL

The Ag Net News Hour's Lorre Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The AgMeter” started out the show by discussing the latest in agriculture news, focusing on sun safety and the importance of vitamin D. They highlight a recent trip by Georgia citrus growers to California to learn about citrus farming. Lindy Savelle, executive director of the Georgia Citrus Association, shared insights on growing varieties like Clementines, Page Mandarins, and Tangos, and the challenges of pest control and weather conditions. They emphasized the need and talked about effective marketing strategies, including social media, to boost citrus sales. The conversation also touched on the significant differences in rainfall between Georgia and California. The discussion on Ag Net News Hour in this segment focused on marketing and advertising, particularly social media usage. Lorrie shared insights on balancing personal and professional social media presence. Nick highlighted an interview with the"lipstick farmer" who got a ticket during their conversation. They also discussed the impact of Australia's wettest year on California's 2026 weather predictions, suggesting potential benefits for farming. The conversation shifted to personal experiences and stories with natural disasters, including earthquakes, tornadoes, and hurricanes, and the challenges of live radio broadcasting. Nick and Lorrie then discussed the impact of expanding wolf populations on cattle ranchers, citing a UC Davis study. The study used motion-activated cameras, GPS collars, and wolf scat analysis, finding that one wolf can cause serious financial direct and indirect losses. The research revealed that 72% of wolf scat contained cattle DNA, and elevated cortisol levels in cattle hair indicated stress. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has compensated ranchers $3.1 million and is considering non-lethal deterrents. The discussion also touched on the broader implications for other livestock and the financial burden on ranchers. The segment ended with a fun egg fact. Did you know that the average American consumes 270 eggs per year? Well now you do! Visit us at agnetwest.com for more agriculture news and information.

  In this episode, Ben Jackon and Brian Tate, the IPA's CEO, give a preview of the Innovative Payments Conference happening in Washington DC from April 29 through May 1.   They discuss the speakers – including Acting Comptroller of the Currency Rodney Hood and Avy Mallick, the General Counsel of the California Department of Financial Protection & Innovation – and the themes for this year's show and the knowledge that attendees will gain to help them do their jobs better.   Podcast listeners can get 10% off the price of registration when they use the code “BensFriends10” when they register here: Innovative Payments Conference  This podcast was recorded on April 17, 2025. Things may have changed by the time you hear it.     

Every day is Earth Day on ranches. Through grazing, stewardship, and conservation, the work happening on these landscapes quietly supports healthier ecosystems, thriving wildlife, and even a more stable climate.That's why, in honor of Earth Day, we're excited to welcome a guest who shares that same passion for the planet—and for truth in science. Dr. Frank Mitloehner, commonly known as the "Greenhouse Gas Guru," is a professor and air quality specialist at UC Davis and leads the CLEAR Center, where research meets real-world application.In this episode, our host and CEO, Michael Delbar, sits down with Dr. Mitloehner to explore his groundbreaking research and how it's helping ranchers, policymakers, and the public rethink the role of livestock in the climate conversation. With the right management, livestock don't just feed the world—they can help heal the land.The California Department of Food and Agriculture and the UC Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences invite you to participate in a two-day conference: State of the Science Summit: Reducing Methane from Animal Agriculture. The Summit will be held May 19-21, 2025 at the ARC Ballroom at UC Davis. Register for the Summit here: https://caes.ucdavis.edu/news/events/FeedSummit Want to learn more? Chat with us!Learn more about the work the Rangeland Trust does by following us on social media @rangelandtrust!

The U.S. Senate approved the nomination of Danté Quintin Allen to lead the U.S. Department of Education's Rehabilitative Services Administration (RSA). Until his confirmation, Allen had been serving as executive director for CalABLE, California's ABLE Act savings and investment program for people with disabilities. Under his five-year leadership, CalABLE was the fastest growing ABLE Act program in the country. Prior to leading CalABLE, Allen was a communications leader for organizations including Kaiser Permanente and the California Department of Public Health's Office of Health Equity. A fulltime wheelchair user, Allen is a well-known advocate for disability rights and equity. Upon his confirmation, Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona remarked, “I look forward to working together with Mr. Allen to provide individuals with disabilities and all students with equitable access to the education and training they need to find good-paying jobs; achieve economic security; and lead healthy, independent lives.”©2025 Building Abundant Success!!©2025 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASJoin me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

It might sound farfetched, but the California Department of Motor Vehicles has a track-record of renewing the licenses of drivers whose dangerous maneuvers behind the wheel have caused deaths on the road. In Southern California, the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) has decided to move forward with plans to stabilize the coastal highway corridor that links Los Angeles, Orang and San Diego counties. However, the plan is not being met with much fanfare by local environmentalists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 17 years of delays, the DMV has deemed May 7 as the official deadline for people to get their REAL ID. This deadline was set years ago after the Department of Homeland Security pushed back the prior deadline of May 3, 2023. REAL ID is expected to be important for a lot of residents— other than serving most of the purposes of today’s acceptable forms of identification– these news IDs will also be important for domestic travel. Today on AirTalk, we tell you what you need to know about REAL ID with Leslie Josephs, airline reporter for CNBC, and Steve Gordon, director of the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Join the conversation: give us your question by calling 866-893-5722 or email atcomments@laist.com.

On December 13th, 2008, Tony Hoffman was paroled by the California Department of Correction after serving a two-year sentence for a drug-related robbery. While incarcerated, Tony set four goals: Race BMX professionally, go to the Olympics, start a non-profit called the Freewheel Project, and become a professional mental health and substance abuse speaker.Today, he's done it all… and so much more.Tony's youth was riddled with the dichotomy of athletic success mixed with substance abuse. During his senior year at Clovis High School he was featured on the cover of BMXer Magazine, and was sponsored by Fox Racing, Spy Sunglasses and Airwalk Shoes.But eventually, Tony's mental health eventually deteriorated to a point where he could no longer thrive in sports and he took to life on the streets. He battled addiction, violence, and homelessness, and at one point, was even the victim of a robbery and stabbing.His life of crime eventually led him to prison… and that's where everything changed. A chance encounter with an unexpected mentor would change his understanding of spirituality forever, and flip the switch on his outlook on life.Since parolling from prison, Tony has tirelessly worked towards achieving his goals and the dreams he'd set out for while incarcerated. He raced BMX professionally for several years and continued on to coach Brooke Crain to a 4th place finish at the Rio Olympic Games, accomplishing his dream of going to the Olympics. The Freewheel Project was very successful for many years helping thousands of youth through action sports before moving on to pursuing a very demanding national speaking career. Today Tony is an author, an owner of pH Wellness drug and alcohol treatment facility, and one of the world's most requested mental health and substance use speakers.************Show Notes:A big thank you to Tony for joining the podcast and sharing your inspiring story. Follow Tony on Instagram @tonymhoffman or at his website TonyHoffmanSpeaking.com.************Make sure to follow Jamie @jamiehess on Instagram for news & updates, and visit our companion Instagram account @gratitudeology for a sneak peek into the personal moments discussed on the show.************The Gratitudeology Podcast theme music is by HYLLS, performed by Nadia Ali @thenadiaaliAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Lead Exposure and Its Effects on Child Development Although lead exposure in childhood is less common now than in the past, 3% of children in the US have elevated lead levels. And many parents may remember the numerous children exposed to lead relatively recently in Flint Michigan. Exposure to lead during childhood increases the risk for diminished intellectual and academic abilities, higher rates of neurobehavioral disorders and attention deficits, and lower birth weight in children. In this episode we discuss possible sources for lead exposure in childhood, routine screening for elevated lead levels, preventing lead exposure, and treatment of elevated lead levels. This episode written by Drs. van der List and Blumberg Additional resources: California Department of Public Health Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch Healthy Children Lead Exposure: Steps to Protect Your Family Mona Hanna-Attisha What the Eyes Don't See: A Story of Crisis, Resistance, and Hope in an American City American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Prevention of Childhood Lead Toxicity Photo courtesy of the Oklahoma State Department of Health Lead Exposure and Its Effects on Child Development Although lead exposure in childhood is less common now than in the past, 3% of children in the US have elevated lead levels. And many parents may remember the numerous children exposed to lead relatively recently in Flint Michigan. Exposure to lead during childhood increases the risk for diminished intellectual and academic abilities, higher rates of neurobehavioral disorders and attention deficits, and lower birth weight in children. In this episode we discuss possible sources for lead exposure in childhood, routine screening for elevated lead levels, preventing lead exposure, and treatment of elevated lead levels. This episode written by Drs. van der List and Blumberg Additional resources: California Department of Public Health Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch Healthy Children Lead Exposure: Steps to Protect Your Family Mona Hanna-Attisha What the Eyes Don't See: A Story of Crisis, Resistance, and Hope in an American City American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Prevention of Childhood Lead Toxicity Photo courtesy of the

  In this episode, Ben Jackon and Brian Tate, the IPA's CEO, discuss the patterns beginning to emerge in the new administration's approach to financial regulation.   They talk about how Congress is offering its suggestions on regulations to the agencies, the possibilities for future legislation, and why now might be the perfect time to open up some old rules for revision.   This podcast was recorded on April 10, 2025. Things may have changed by the time you hear it.  If you want to keep up with the rapidly changing payments environment, make sure that you register for the Innovative Payments Conference in Washington DC from April 29 through May 1.   We will look at the future of regulation from both the federal and state perspectives as we hear from Acting Comptroller of the Currency Rodney Hood and Avy Mallick, the General Counsel of the California Department of Financial Protection & Innovation. We will also have sessions on fraud prevention, bank fintech relationships, and a special session on leadership in chaotic times with Pulitzer Prize winning author Jonathan Eig, author of King: A Life, and Ali: A Life, among others.   Podcast listeners can get $25 off the price of registration when they use the code “Podcast” when they register here: Innovative Payments Conference.     

Former Calif. Dept. of Public Health insider Ronald Owens spills what he saw really going on inside the California Dept. of Public Health as the Covid treatment and vaccine disaster became clear.  He's traveling the state on his own dime, presenting facts to California boards in order to spread the word. He's also author of "Muzzled Truth: How the California Department of Public Health Rejected COVID-19 Treatment and Vaccine Health Risks Warnings."Subscribe to my two podcasts: “The Sharyl Attkisson Podcast” and “Full Measure After Hours.” Leave a review, subscribe and share with your friends! Support independent journalism by visiting the new ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sharyl Attkisson store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Order “Slanted: How the News Media Taught Us to Love Censorship and Hate Journalism” by Sharyl Attkisson at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Harper Collins⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Barnes & Noble⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Books a Million⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IndieBound⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bookshop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JustTheNews.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SharylAttkisson.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.FullMeasure.news⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for original reporting.Do your own research. Make up your own mind. Think for yourself.

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The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, or CalFire, recently finished releasing new fire hazard maps for the state. What do these maps mean for wildfire prevention, homeowners, and the housing crisis? KCSB's Joyce Chi talked to CalMatters' Ben Christopher to find out. Photo credit: Courtesy of CalFire

In February, the California Department of Food and Agriculture announced up to $2 million in funding for new farm to community food hub programs. The announcement caught the eye of local entrepreneur Paul Katzeff. About fifty years ago, Katzeff tried to start a community cannery in Mendocino County. He failed to get funding, but he didn't give up on the idea. 

Transcript: rmad.ac/AIAe071Thomas is the executive director of the California Achieving a Better Life Experience Program, or CalABLE. Through his work with CalABLE, Thomas helps people with disabilities save and invest while protecting their access to benefits. Prior to joining CalABLE, he served in the California Department of Veterans Affairs and the office of the governor. Thomas is autistic and he is the proud father of two sons with autism and other developmental disabilitiesLearn more about CalABLE:ABLE todayHome - CalABLECalABLEColorado ABLE | Giving Those With Disabilities the Ability to SaveCalABLE (@wearecalable) • Instagram photos and videosConnect with the Rocky Mountain ADA Center at RockyMountainADA.org or find us on social media. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Today's location-specific episode features California.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called California Tenant Protection Act.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the California Tenant Protection Act, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental inCalifornia, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in California.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today's episode will get you started!

Send us a textWe like to have fun with our episode titles when we can, hence "Alphabet Soup." Still, despite the fun name, this is an informative episode, particularly for those newer to the workers' compensation industry. Our guest is Jennifer Wolf, president and CEO of MWCIA in Minneapolis, MN. Jennifer expertly navigates through many of the common terms and acronyms we use. This is certainly not meant to be an exhaustive list of terms, so we have included several links for a more complete list for the nerdy folks like us: California Department of Industrial Relations GlossaryTennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development Glossary of AcronymsFlorida Senate 440 Statutes Workers' Compensation DefinitionsPie Insurance Workers' Comp 101 GlossaryTexas Department of Insurance Workers' Comp Insurance GlossaryWe hope you enjoy it. If we missed a term or acronym you think should have been included, let us know! We may need to do a "Part 2" on terms and vocabulary! ¡Muchas Gracias! Thank you for listening. We would appreciate you sharing our podcast with your friends on social media. Find Yvonne and Rafael on Linked In or follow us on Twitter @deconstructcomp

As the earth continues to heat up unsustainably due to society's love of fossil fuels, scientists say natural disasters are only going to become more frequent and more destructive. That's something California knows all too well. Wildfires burned more than 58,000 acres this year and destroyed more than 16,000 structures, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.For many towns, a disaster like a wildfire or hurricane can completely destroy the town and its history, leaving its residents wondering if it can ever be what it once was. The Altadena community is seeing that process play out. The Eaton fire killed 19 people and destroyed more than 9,000 homes when it burned through the neighborhood outside of Los Angeles earlier this year. We discuss what choices families are left to face in the aftermath of a disaster that destroys their home, and what the process looks like if you do try to rebuild.Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Connect with us. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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