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Jonathan Berkshire Miller, senior fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute, sits down with James M. Lindsay to discuss Canada's effort to diminish its vulnerability to U.S. economic threats and just how much middle powers like Canada can successfully hedge in a world of great power competition.   Mentioned on the Episode:   “Live From Davos: Exclusive Interview With Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent,” Human Events Daily with Jack Posobiec   Mark Carney, “Principled and Pragmatic: Canada's Path,” Office of the Prime Minister of Canada   “Canada's Arctic Foreign Policy,” Government of Canada. Updated March 25, 2025   For an episode transcript and show notes, visit The President's Inbox at: https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/presidents-inbox/canada-hedges-against-the-united-states   Opinions expressed on The President's Inbox are solely those of the host or our guests, not of CFR, which takes no institutional positions on matters of policy.

In this episode, we're answering questions from organizations about voter registration, which is, of course, timely given the upcoming midterm election season. Since these activities occur within an electoral framework, it's crucial to keep various legal aspects in mind while crafting and executing your voter registration campaigns. We'll discuss the key considerations related to nonprofit tax law, federal election law, and state law.  Attorneys for this episode Sarah Efthymiou  Susan Finkle Sourlis   Monika Graham   Voter Registration   501(c)(3) nonprofits are effective voter registration advocates because they are trusted, nonpartisan organizations with deep ties to their communities, especially populations that are often underrepresented in the electoral process. By conducting voter registration drives, they remove practical barriers to voting, help people navigate confusing rules and deadlines, and expand equitable access to civic participation. This work strengthens democracy without endorsing candidates or parties and aligns with nonprofit missions by empowering communities to have a voice in the policies that affect their lives.  Why are c3s effective voter registration advocates?   Deep trust and credibility.   Direct access to underrepresented voters.   Nonpartisan by law.   Education + assistance.   Long-term relationship building.   Why host voter registration programs?   Registration is the biggest barrier to voting.   They increase participation and equity.   They normalize civic engagement.   They strengthen democracy (without being partisan).   They align with many nonprofit missions.   Federal Tax Law:   Federal tax law allows 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to engage in voter registration and education activities, as long as those efforts are conducted in a strictly nonpartisan manner. Understanding these rules is essential to ensure compliance while encouraging civic participation and protecting the organization's tax-exempt status.  I'm a 501(c)(3) public charity. How can I engage in VR without jeopardizing my status?  501(c)(3) public charities must conduct all voter registration activities in a strictly nonpartisan manner.   Voter registration activities should be designed to encourage participation by all eligible individuals.   Any targeting of voter registration efforts must be based on neutral, nonpartisan criteria.   Organizations should exercise caution when connecting issue advocacy with voter registration activities.     I've heard that there are bad actors out there trying to "catch" c3's doing something wrong. What can we do to protect ourselves?  Prepare for challenging questions by having a trusted partner ("buddy system") during voter engagement.   Consider having a point person designated to handle tricky situations and/or suspicious questions.   Invest in thorough training for all staff and volunteers involved in voter registration efforts.   Federal Election Law  Under federal election law and the rules governing 501(c)(3) organizations, charities and other tax-exempt nonprofits may engage in voter registration and other civic engagement activities as long as they remain strictly nonpartisan and do not support or oppose any candidate or political party. This limitation stems from the Johnson Amendment and IRS regulations, which prohibit political campaign intervention but explicitly allow educational and voter registration efforts that help people participate in the electoral process withneutrality.   What are some FEC rules we should be aware of to stay in compliance?   Federal Election Commission (FEC) regulations strictly prohibit coordination of voter registration activities with candidates, political parties, or campaigns.   Since the Citizens United decision, independent expenditures related to voter registration and partisan targeting are allowed for 501(c)(4) organizations but remain prohibited for 501(c)(3)s.   Under no circumstances can 501(c)(3) organizations offer payments or anything of value—including food, gifts, or incentives like pizza—in exchange for voter registration.   State Regulations  State laws play an important role in shaping how 501(c)(3) organizations conduct voter registration activities. While federal law allows nonprofits to engage in nonpartisan voter registration, each state sets its own rules around registration procedures, deadlines, training requirements, and handling of voter information. Understanding and complying withapplicable state laws is essential for 501(c)(3)s to conduct voter registration safely, legally, and effectively.  Do we need to watch out for anything on the state level?  Yes, potentially. Voter registration rules and requirements can vary widely by state, so it's essential to consult your state elections office for the most accurate and up-to-date guidance.   States often have specific legal requirements for organizations conducting voter registration drives.   Proper submission of completed voter registration forms is critical for validating registrations and maintaining compliance.   Are there any state developments to be aware of?  There is a growing divide among states between those actively expanding voter access and those implementing increasingly restrictive voting laws.   Several states are pursuing more restrictive policies that risk disenfranchising eligible voters by imposing stricter identification requirements or limiting mail-in voting access.   Funding Sources  Funding sources can affect how 501(c)(3) organizations conduct voter registration activities. While nonprofits may use private or foundation funds for nonpartisan voter registration, certain funding sources—such as government grants or restricted donations—may impose additional conditions or limitations. Understanding these funding rules helps ensure voter registration efforts remain compliant, nonpartisan, and consistent with both legal requirements and funder expectations.    What funds can 501(c)(3) organizations use to fund VR efforts?   Both public and private foundations can provide vital funding to 501(c)(3) organizations conducting voter registration drives, supporting nonpartisan civic engagement and expanding democratic participation.   Under IRS rules, private foundations cannot earmark grants exclusively for voter registration drives unless they comply with the detailed requirements of 26 CFR 4945(f):  The organization sponsoring or conducting the voter registration drive (the sponsoring organization) must be a 501(c)(3) organization  The registration activities of the sponsoring organization must be nonpartisan, conducted in five or more states, and occur over more than one election cycle  A contribution for such activities may not be subject to conditions requiring use in a specific state (or political subdivision) or in a specific election cycle  At least 85 percent of the sponsoring organization's income must be directly spent on activities relating to the purpose for which it was organized and operated, and  At least 85 percent of the sponsoring organization's support, other than gross investment income, must be contributed by exempt organizations, the general public, or government units; no more than 25 percent of its support may come from any one exempt organization; and no more than 50 percent of its support may come from gross investment income (interest, dividends, or other investment-related income)    Resources  Want to Conduct or Fund a Voter Registration Drive?  The Rules of the Game: A Guide to Election-Related Activities for 501(c)(3) Organizations  Voter Registration Rules for Private Foundations  Practical Guidance: Nonprofit Voter Assistance Series  Nonprofits, Elections, & the Fine Art of Remaining Nonpartisan  United States Election Assistance Commission  Vote 411   

This week the guys and gals of CFR got together to discuss several topics. With the recent ICAST in Orlando, a number of the crew made their way to Orlando and got up close and personal with all the new products that will be introduced in the near future. We are going to hear about some of the best products and all the fun that surrounds this annual event. We also are going to discuss a recent experience that some of the MIFC crew had a direct hand in helping to difuse and possibly saving a young mans life. We do not kid around about suicide and the reality is, that many people have things they are dealing with that they hide from friends and family. In this case a young man had taken a very strong edible drug that had a very diverse effect on him and his mind. We are happy that all were safe and we cannot thank the USCG and the Murrells Inlet Fire and Resue enough for all of their efforts to make sure this incident ended without any injuries. We hope you are enjoying hearing our chaos as much as we are enjoyinmg recording and we hope that you will come join us for a future episode on Tuesdays at 5:30 at MIFC. Tight Lines!!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trilogy-outdoors--5441492/support.

Heather Conley, nonresident senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, and Rebecca Pincus, senior fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute, sit down with James M. Lindsay to discuss how President Trump's desire to acquire Greenland has thrown the transatlantic relationship into its latest crisis.    For an episode transcript and show notes, visit The President's Inbox at: https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/presidents-inbox/trumps-greenland-ambitions   Opinions expressed on The President's Inbox are solely those of the host or our guests, not of CFR, which takes no institutional positions on matters of policy.

For decades, medical device manufacturers in the US relied on 21 CFR 820 (QSR) — a system known for being procedural and checklist-oriented.But starting February 2nd, 2026, FDA will implement QMSR, changing not only the regulation structure but also the inspection philosophy.QMSR does not eliminate Part 820. Instead, FDA is amending it to incorporate ISO 13485:2016 by reference, bringing the US closer to the global quality language used across Europe, Canada, Japan, and beyond.Why FDA is doing thisFDA's move is driven by three key goals:Harmonization (reduce duplicated systems and audits)Modern quality thinking (move from “procedures” to “system effectiveness and risk”)Inspection efficiency (more end-to-end audits)What inspections may look like under QMSRInstead of jumping between SOPs, inspections may follow real flows like:Complaint → Risk Management → CAPA → Design Change → Supplier ImpactThe focus becomes traceability, consistency, and risk-based justification.What companies should do nowTo be QMSR-ready, companies should:Build an ISO 13485-style process mapMake risk visible everywhere, not only in product developmentImprove CAPA triage and effectiveness checksStrengthen design controls (especially software development & V&V)Train teams on the new “why/how” inspection styleWho is Monir El Azzouzi? Monir El Azzouzi is the founder and CEO of Easy Medical Device a Consulting firm that is supporting Medical Device manufacturers for any Quality and Regulatory affairs activities all over the world. Monir can help you to create your Quality Management System, Technical Documentation or he can also take care of your Clinical Evaluation, Clinical Investigation through his team or partners. Easy Medical Device can also become your Authorized Representative and Independent Importer Service provider for EU, UK and Switzerland. Monir has around 16 years of experience within the Medical Device industry working for small businesses and also big corporate companies. He has now supported around 100 clients to remain compliant on the market. His passion to the Medical Device filed pushed him to create educative contents like, blog, podcast, YouTube videos, LinkedIn Lives where he invites guests who are sharing educative information to his audience. Visit easymedicaldevice.com to know more. 

Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.

https://media.blubrry.com/my_future_business/mfbpodcast.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/MFB+SHOW+538+ROBERT+WILSON.mp3Subscribe: Email | TuneIn | RSSInterview With Robert WilsonBreaking Free from Self-Help Programming with Robert Wilson#SovereignLiberation #BeyondSelfHelp #RobertWilsonHi, and welcome to the show!On today's show I have the pleasure of welcoming book author Robert Wilson to talk about sovereign liberation and breaking free from the limiting beliefs that self-help culture often creates. During the call, Robert will share practical strategies for discovering your authentic self and how to cultivate true personal empowerment through self-awareness and genuine communication.In a world saturated with self-help programs promising transformation, Robert Wilson stands apart with a provocative message: much of what we call "self-help" is actually holding us back. As a renowned speaker and coach, Wilson helps individuals break free from the very systems designed to help them grow.Robert's approach centers on "Sovereign Liberation"—communicating away self-help programming to reveal our authentic selves. Unlike traditional methodologies that replace one set of limiting beliefs with another, his philosophy emphasizes true empowerment through self-awareness and genuine communication.At the heart of Robert's teaching is a fundamental question: Are we growing into who we truly are, or simply adopting new programming that looks like growth? He's discovered that many people become trapped in cycles of self-improvement that distance them from their authentic identity. The solution isn't more programming—it's liberation from programming altogether.Robert teaches that the way we speak to ourselves and others can either perpetuate limiting beliefs or liberate us from them. By becoming conscious of these patterns, individuals can express themselves authentically and create lives aligned with their true nature rather than borrowed ideals.Through his work at My Cowboy Wisdom, Robert has inspired countless individuals to reclaim authority over their own lives. His message is clear: true personal empowerment comes not from following the right program, but from having the courage to be sovereign in your own life.To learn more about the topics discussed, or to contact Robert directly, click the link below.Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a sponsored post. My Future Business is disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

CFR's World Economic Update highlights the quarter's most important and emerging trends. This episode covers changes in the global marketplace, with a special emphasis on current economic events and their implications for U.S. policy. Host: Sebastian Mallaby, Paul A. Volcker Senior Fellow for International Economics, CFR   Guests: Jan Hatzius, Chief Economist and Head of Global Investment Research, The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.   Karen Karniol-Tambour, Co-Chief Investment Officer, Bridgewater Associates, LP   Natasha Sarin, Professor of Law, Yale Law School   Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events sent straight to your inbox? Subscribe to CFR's Daily News Brief newsletter.   To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, please visit it on our YouTube channel: 2026 World Economic Update

In this episode, experts discuss the United States' renewed interest in Greenland—which the Trump administration argues is vital to U.S. national security—and what it means for Arctic security, the NATO alliance, and great power competition.   Background Reading: This article unpacks Trump's increasingly assertive push to bring Greenland under U.S. control and what that means for the NATO alliance and the Arctic.    Host: David E. Sanger, White House and National Security Correspondent, New York Times; CFR Member   Guests: Heather A. Conley, Nonresident Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute, Foreign and Defense Policy; Former President of the German Marshall Fund of the United States; CFR Member   Rebecca Pincus, Senior Fellow, Foreign Policy Research Institute; Senior Fellow, Transatlantic Security, German Marshall Fund of the United States; Former Director, Polar Institute, Wilson Center   Geoffrey Pyatt, Senior Managing Director, McLarty Associates; Former Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources and U.S. Ambassador to Greece and Ukraine   Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events sent straight to your inbox? Subscribe to CFR's Daily News Brief newsletter. To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, please visit it on our YouTube channel: Greenland in the Geopolitical Spotlig

Mary Dudziak, Asa Griggs Candler Professor of Law at Emory University, and Christopher Nichols, Wayne Woodrow Hayes Chair in National Security Studies and Professor of History at the Ohio State University, sit down with James M. Lindsay to unpack a new CFR survey of historians on the best and worst foreign policy decisions in U.S. history.   Mentioned on the Episode:   Christopher McKnight Nichols, Promise and Peril: America at the Dawn of a Global Age   Joshua Kurlantzick, A Great Place to Have a War   CFR.org, The Ten Best and Ten Worst U.S. Foreign Policy Decisions   Opinions expressed on The President's Inbox are solely those of the host or our guests, not of CFR, which takes no institutional positions on matters of policy.

We had a great time this week and were honored to have Sen. Stephen Goldfinch to join us on Jason's big wooden deck. We had the pleasure of wishing the co-host of Trilogy Outdoors safe travels and well wishes on his depoloyment with the US Army. Stephen has spent a lot of time on the water from scuba diving and fishing all across the world. He also spent alot of his time working on charter boats growing up along the Grand Strand. We coould not have been happier that Capt. Jack Orr of The Fishfinder Fleet joins us as well. Capt. Jack is truly one of the old salts in the coastal region of South Carolina and has been at the helm of some of the most well known head boats to ever call Murrells Inlet home. Along with Capt Jay Baisch of "All Washed Up Driftwood Art" the trip combined for more years on the water than all of our previous guests combined The stories were numerous and Capt. Q sits in and shares some more of his hilarious tales from the life of a charter captain. Be sure to download and subscribe to CFR and share with all your friends. See yall next Tuesday at MIFC for another entertaining episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trilogy-outdoors--5441492/support.

OA1227 - Come play the worst ever round of the Connections game and figure out what on earth Tuskegee Alabama, the CDC, Southern Denmark University, and the West African country of Guinea-Bissau all have in common, as RFK Jr. continues his campaign of “just asking questions” that we already have the answer to. Black men untreated in Tuskegee syphilis study. Heller, J. (July 25, 1972; republished May 10, 2017). Associated Press. The untreated syphilis study at Tuskegee timeline. Centers for Disease Control. (September 4, 2024). 45 CFR 46 Protection of Human Subjects. (Department of Health and Human Services regulations to implement the National Research Act and create Institutional Review Board policies). Hepatitis B. World Health Organization (July 23, 2025). Should the U.S. model its vaccine policy on Denmark's? Experts say we're nothing alike. Godoy, M. (December 26, 2025). NPR. RFK Jr. overhauls childhood vaccine schedule to resemble Denmark's in unprecedented move. Lovelace Jr., B., Edwards, E., Fattah, M., & Bendix, A. (January 5, 2026). NBC News. What is actually the emerging evidence about non-specific vaccine effects in randomized trials from the Bandim Health Project? Støvring, H., Ekstrøm, C.T., Schneider, J.W., & Strøm, C. (2025). Vaccine, 68, 1-4. Notice of award of a single source unsolicited grant to fund University of Southern Denmark (SDU). Department of Health and Human Services. (December 15, 2025). U.S. plan for $1.6m hepatitis B vaccine study in Africa called ‘highly unethical'. Schreiber, M. & Lay, K. (December 19, 2025). The Guardian. CDC awards $1.6 million for hepatitis B vaccine study by controversial Danish researchers. Szabo, L. (December 18, 2025). Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy. CDC funds controversial hepatitis B vaccine trial in African newborns. Offord, C. (December 18, 2025). Science Insider. Research ethics and compliance support. Southern Denmark University. Further reading: Qiao, H. (2018). A brief introduction to institutional review boards in the United States. Pediatric Investigation, 2, 46-51. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. International compilation of human research standards. https://www.hhs.gov/ohrp/international/compilation-human-research-standards/index.html University of North Carolina. Nuremberg Code. https://research.unc.edu/human-research-ethics/resources/ccm3_019064/ Torrance, R.J., Mormina, M., Sayeed, S., Kessel, A., Yoon, C.H., & Cislaghi, B. (2024). Is the U.N. receiving ethical approval for its research with human participants? Journal of Medical Ethics, 51, 1-4. Barchi, F. & Little, M.T. (2016). National ethics guidance in Sub-Saharan Africa on the collection and use of human biological specimens: A systematic review. BMC Medical Ethics, 17, 1-25. Salhia, B. & Olaiya, V. (2020). Historical perspectives on ethical and regulatory aspects of human participants research: Implications for oncology clinical trials in Africa. JCO Global Oncology, 6, 959-965. Check out the OA Linktree for all the places to go and things to do!

The military action in Venezuela sent shockwaves around the world, but that is not the only hotspot with potential for war. Paul Stares is General John W. Vessey Senior Fellow for Conflict Prevention and director of the Center for Preventive Action, Council on Foreign Relations (CFR). He joins host Krys Boyd to discuss CFR's annual conflict risk assessment survey, which looks at U.S. national security threats and potential areas for international instability in 2026. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The "Black Box" of freight brokerage is under fire. On this episode of #TheFreightCoach, we break down the explosive petition calling for the FMCSA to suspend TQL's authority over broker transparency waivers. Is the era of contracting out of 49 CFR § 371.3 finally coming to an end? We're diving deep into the 2026 Regulatory Purge: FMCSA vs. TQL: Why carrier advocacy groups are pushing for a total suspension of authority and what it means for your right to see the records. The ELD Blacklist: The FMCSA isn't slowing down. We discuss the latest hardware revocations and the March 15th deadline you can't afford to miss. State-Level Teeth: Why Wyoming, Oklahoma, and Missouri are bypassing federal norms to implement $3,000 fines and jail time for English Language Proficiency (ELP) violations. Carrier Liability: The "12-Hour Rule" that could see your cargo forcibly transferred if your driver fails a roadside language test. Stop operating in the dark. Whether it's transparency, tech, or new state laws, we're giving you the data you need to protect your authority.  

For two-and-a-half centuries, the United States has faced a challenging world. Some of its responses have made Americans proud. Others have not. CFR asked members of the Society for Historians of American Foreign Relations what they considered the best and worst U.S. foreign policy decisions. In this episode, panelists discuss the results of the project and the evolution of America's role in the world.   Host: David M. Rubenstein, Cofounder and Cochairman, The Carlyle Group; Chairman, Board of Directors, CFR   Guests: Mary L. Dudziak, Asa Griggs Candler Professor of Law, Emory University School of Law; CFR Member   James M. Lindsay, Mary and David Boies Distinguished Senior Fellow in U.S. Foreign Policy, CFR   Christopher M. Nichols, Wayne Woodrow Hayes Chair in National Security Studies and Professor of History, The Ohio State University   Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events sent straight to your inbox? Subscribe to CFR's Daily News Brief newsletter.   To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, please visit it on our YouTube channel: America at 250 Series: The Best and Worst Decisions in U.S. Foreign Policy

Matthew Kroenig, Vice President and Senior Director of the Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security at the Atlantic Council, sits down with James M. Lindsay to discuss how President Trump has approached foreign policy since returning to the Oval Office last January.   Mentioned on the Episode:   Matthew Kroenig, “To Get to Peace in Ukraine, Trump Should Play the Nuclear Card,” Foreign Policy   Matthew Kroenig, “Trump Has a Strategy for Venezuela,” Foreign Policy   Matthew Kroenig, “Trump Should Oust Maduro,” Foreign Policy   Matthew Kroenig, “Trump Was Right to Oust Maduro,” New York Times   Matthew Kroenig, “Two Cheers for the National Security Strategy,” Foreign Policy   For an episode transcript and show notes, visit The President's Inbox at: https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/presidents-inbox/trump-foreign-policy-at-one-year-with-matthew-kroenig   Opinions expressed on The President's Inbox are solely those of the host or our guests, not of CFR, which takes no institutional positions on matters of policy.

In this episode, panelists discuss the latest unrest in Iran, the economic pressures that have sparked nationwide protests, and the implications for U.S. policy amid ongoing regional tensions.   Background Reading: This article discusses how the Iranian regime is facing one of its largest protest movements in years, leading Tehran to shut down internet and telephone communications.   Host: Missy Ryan, Staff Writer, The Atlantic   Guests: Vali R. Nasr, Majid Khadduri Professor of International Affairs and Middle East Studies, Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies   Ray Takeyh, Hasib J. Sabbagh Senior Fellow for Middle East Studies, CFR   Sanam Vakil, Director, Middle East and North Africa Programme, Chatham House   Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events sent straight to your inbox? Subscribe to CFR's Daily News Brief newsletter.   To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, please visit it on our YouTube channel: The Protests in Iran

Immigrants significantly benefit the U.S. economy by growing the labor force, filling essential jobs in sectors like services, construction, and tech. In this episode, panelists discuss the effects of recent refugee and immigration policy developments on the U.S. economy.   Background Reading: This article outlines the critical role immigrants have long played in boosting the U.S. economy and GDP. This article highlights how the second Trump administration has ramped up immigration enforcement, putting pressure on federal, state, and local agencies to meet the president's deportation goals.   Host: Nelson W. Cunningham, Former President, McLarty Associates; Former Senior Advisor for Economic Affairs, U.S. Department of State; Former Special Advisor on Western Hemisphere Affairs; CFR Member   Guests: Steven A. Camarota, Director of Research, Center for Immigration Studies   Andrea R. Flores, Founder, America's Promise   Pia Orrenius, Vice President and Senior Economist, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas   Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events sent straight to your inbox? Subscribe to CFR's Daily News Brief newsletter. To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, please visit it on our YouTube channel: Immigration Policy and the U.S. Economy

Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.

Will Freeman, fellow for Latin America studies at the Council, sits down with James M. Lindsay to discuss the consequences of the U.S. seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.   Mentioned on the Episode:   Antonio Maria Delgado, ”The U.S. Gamble on Chavismo: How a Once-Unthinkable Pact Could Stabilize Venezuela,” Miami Herald   Will Freeman, “The Shock Waves of Venezuela: How Maduro's Capture Could Transform Latin America,” Foreign Affairs   Jason Lange, ”A Third of Americans Support U.S. Strike on Venezuela, Reuters/Ipsos Poll Finds,” Reuters   For an episode transcript and show notes, visit The President's Inbox at: https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/tpi/washingtons-venezuela-strategy-after-maduro-will-freeman Opinions expressed on The President's Inbox are solely those of the host or our guests, not of CFR, which takes no institutional positions on matters of policy.

Hour 1 for 1/7/255 Drew and Peter Johnson from Archway Defense discuss the deadly shooting in Minneapolis (3:31). Then, Fr. John Anthony Boughton, CFR joins Drew to discuss his life and ministry (13:39). Topics: migration (16:18), Nicaragua and coffee (19:22), Fr. John Anthony's conversion (28:54), and prayer and the Rosary (44:28). Link: https://archwaydefense.com/ Relevantradio.com/store Relevantradio.com/Poland https://www.franciscanfriars.com/

1/5/26 - Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR, reflects on the Catholic understanding of healing as a journey that engages the whole person—heart, mind, body, and soul. He explores how wounds formed by sin, suffering, trauma, and regret can leave lasting effects, and how Christ patiently draws the wounded into truth, mercy, and restoration. Drawing from Scripture, the sacramental life of the Church, and pastoral experience, Fr. Francis Mary explains why healing often unfolds gradually and how surrender, honesty, and trust in God open the way to lasting peace. This episode offers encouragement to anyone seeking renewal, hope, and deeper freedom in Christ.

In this episode, David Miliband, president and chief executive officer of the International Rescue Committee, discusses the new IRC Emergency Watchlist report. The report highlights the countries at highest risk of humanitarian crisis in 2026, and evaluates the international community's progress and shortcomings.   Background Reading: This article discusses Venezuela's dire humanitarian landscape, as the White House reviews potential military operations in the region. This article examines Sudan's humanitarian crisis, and a stubborn lack of international attention to its plight. Host: Andrea Mitchell, Chief Washington Correspondent and Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent, NBC News   Guest: David Miliband, President and Chief Executive Officer, International Rescue Committee; Former Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, United Kingdom   Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events sent straight to your inbox? Subscribe to CFR's Daily News Brief newsletter.   To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, please visit it on our YouTube channel: Forecasting Humanitarian Risk in 2026: A Conversation with David Miliband.   

« Mon vœu pour 2026, c'est qu'il y ait un dialogue au Mali entre le régime de Bamako et le nouveau mouvement d'opposition de l'imam Dicko », déclare le sociologue malien Mohamed Amara en ce début d'année. Il y a un mois, le chef religieux malien Mahmoud Dicko, qui vit en exil à Alger, a créé un nouveau parti, la CFR, la Coalition des Forces pour la République. Son slogan ? « Tout le monde souffre, on ne peut pas vivre dans un pays où plus personne ne peut parler ! ». Mais comment l'imam Dicko va-t-il pouvoir mobiliser à partir de l'étranger ? Le sociologue Mohamed Amara répond aux questions de Christophe Boisbouvier. RFI :  Voilà que se crée un nouveau mouvement politique, la CFR, Coalition des forces pour la République, dirigée depuis Alger par l'imam Dicko. Est-ce que c'est une menace sérieuse ou non, pour le régime de Bamako ? Mohamed Amara : C'est une menace très sérieuse quand on connaît l'ancienneté, l'histoire-même de l'imam Dicko, ancien président du Haut Conseil islamique, ancienne figure de proue du M5-RFP qui a participé à la chute de l'ancien président Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta en 2020. Et un religieux aussi, qui a du pouvoir politique, qui a du poids religieux, ne l'oublions pas, c'est ça aussi la force de cette coalition. C'est un mélange de résistance politique, intellectuelle, religieuse, voire même numérique. C'est-à-dire qu'il y a à la fois de la clandestinité et aussi la mobilisation des réseaux sociaux pour faire mal au régime de Bamako alors que les leaders de ce mouvement sont à l'extérieur. Et donc, tout ça, mis bout à bout, amène à penser que cette nouvelle coalition, cette nouvelle forme de résistance, fragilise, vulnérabilise Bamako. Et je pense qu'une des solutions, ce serait bien de discuter avec cette coalition, en tout cas de trouver les voies et moyens pour sortir de cette situation de non-retour qui nous rappelle ce qui s'est passé en 2020. Mais comment ces opposants de la CFR peuvent mobiliser à partir de l'étranger ? La mobilisation aujourd'hui, elle a pris de nouvelles formes, de nouveaux visages, notamment par Internet. Et c'est ça l'imam Mahmoud Dicko. Je pense que sa capacité à mobiliser va beaucoup s'appuyer sur ces liens religieux, sur ces liens politiques. Il y a énormément de relais à Bamako. Bamako, c'est une capitale, il y a tout et son contraire. C'est-à-dire que la situation politico-militaire à Bamako aboutit souvent à des frustrations. Donc, il y a énormément de frustrés qui deviennent des relais pour l'imam Dicko et qui, à tout moment, pourraient changer la donne. Ça me rappelle ce qu'il s'est passé en Tunisie, ce qu'on a appelé le printemps arabe. En 2011… C'est ça. C'était le printemps arabe en 2011 où personne ne s'attendait à ce qu'il s'est passé. Je pense que la situation actuelle au Mali, c'est la situation de toutes les sociétés qui sont fragilisées par l'insécurité, par l'instabilité politique. Et à tout moment, cela peut exploser. Pour ses partisans, notamment pour l'ancien ministre Amion Guindo, l'imam Dicko pourrait être une troisième voie entre les militaires et les jihadistes. Est-ce que c'est crédible ? C'est une piste à explorer. Il me semble que l'imam Dicko pourrait être une troisième voie, c'est-à-dire cette voie qui permettrait de sortir de la situation de crise permanente dans laquelle se trouve le Mali aujourd'hui. Mais certains dénoncent les accointances entre l'imam Dicko et les jihadistes d'Iyad Ag Ghali... Tout ça reste bien sûr à prouver. S'il y a des accointances, pour moi, ça serait plutôt du côté de la CMA, devenue aujourd'hui le FLA, le Front de libération de l'Azawad, qui est un mouvement effectivement politique et qui essaie de trouver des alliances pour changer la donne. Et donc vous pensez que l'imam Dicko est plus proche du FLA de Bilal Ag Acherif que du Jnim de Iyad Ag Ghali ? Bien sûr, il y a une dénomination commune entre eux, c'est avoir une place au Mali, c'est exister. En tout cas, c'est lutter contre le pouvoir en place. Et cela m'amène à dire qu'il y a des possibles liens entre l'imam Mahmoud Dicko et le FLA. Et n'oublions pas aussi qu'il y a l'Algérie qui est une donnée importante. Aujourd'hui, l'imam Mahmoud Dicko est à Alger et aussi une bonne partie du FLA est en Algérie. Dans son message vidéo du mois dernier, l'imam Dicko a cette phrase : « On ne peut plus vivre dans un pays où plus personne ne peut parler. » Est-ce que c'est un point de vue partagé par beaucoup de Maliens ? Oui, c'est un point de vue majoritairement partagé par les Maliens. D'où pour moi l'importance pour la transition actuelle de changer de clapet, c'est-à-dire d'arriver à établir le contact entre la CFR et eux, pour sortir de cette situation de non-retour. Et donc vous espérez qu'un dialogue va s'instaurer entre les militaires au pouvoir et la Coalition des forces pour la République, la CFR ? C'est le vœu que moi je peux faire pour 2026. C'est-à-dire qu'il faut qu'il y ait un dialogue.

Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.

Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.

In this episode, panelists discuss examples of U.S. presidents leveraging executive power to confront political violence, human rights abuses, and other global challenges, highlighting the ways in which presidential leadership has shaped the United States' legacy of responsibility.   Host: Jacob M. Weisberg, Executive Chair, Pushkin Industries; Chair, Committee to Protect Journalists   Guests: Meena Bose, Executive Dean, Public Policy and Public Service Programs and Director, Peter S. Kalikow Center for the Study of the American Presidency, Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, Hofstra University; CFR Member   David J. Scheffer, Senior Fellow, CFR   Ruti G. Teitel, Ernst C. Stiefel Professor of Comparative Law and Codirector, Center for International Law, New York Law School   Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events straight to your inbox? Subscribe to CFR's Daily News Brief newsletter. To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, please visit it on our YouTube channel: Reckoning with History: Presidential Leadership and Moral Responsibility.

Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.

Christmas homily by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.

Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.

In today's interview, Matt sits down with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR for his third appearance on Pints with Aquinas. The conversation focuses on prayer (particularly the Rosary), finding refuge in Jesus in the midst of a chaotic world, the division we experience today on social media, God's mercy, what religious life and the priesthood are like, plus answers to questions from Locals supporters.

Eric welcomes Council on Foreign Relations President Mike Froman to discuss CFR's latest task force report on U.S. economic security. They explore the importance of AI, quantum computing and biotechnology as foundational technologies in today's strategic competition, the effort that China is investing in these technologies, and the market failures that have led the U.S. to underinvest in quantum and biotech. The conversation also covers supply chain vulnerabilities, human capital shortfalls in key areas of technology, and the tension in the Trump administration's effort to address China's growing technological dominance while simultaneously cutting funding for basic research at the NSF, NIH, and other institutions. U.S. Economic Security: Winning the Race for Tomorrow's Technologies: https://www.cfr.org/task-force-report/us-economic-security Mike Froman on Substack: https://mikefroman.substack.com/ Shield of the Republic is a Bulwark podcast co-sponsored by the Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia.

Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.

Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR. All of Father Luke's homilies are available at Our Lady's Blue Army on Youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts...

Tonight we cover the first chapters of Burton Hersh's famous CFR text on the history of the OSS and CIA through the elite families and Ivy League circles of the Eastern Seaboard establishment that produced its luminaries. Send Superchats at any time here: https://streamlabs.com/jaydyer/tip Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnt7Iy8GlmdPwy_Tzyx93bA/join Order New Book Available here: https://jaysanalysis.com/product/esoteric-hollywood-3-sex-cults-apocalypse-in-films/ Get started with Bitcoin here: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/jaydyer/ The New Philosophy Course is here: https://marketplace.autonomyagora.com/philosophy101 Set up recurring Choq subscription with the discount code JAY60LIFE for 60% off now https://choq.com Subscribe to my site here: https://jaysanalysis.com/membership-account/membership-levels/ Follow me on R0kfin here: https://rokfin.com/jaydyer Music by Dr Evo the Producer, Jay Dyer and Amid the Ruins 1453 https://www.youtube.com/@amidtheruinsOVERHAUL Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnt7Iy8GlmdPwy_Tzyx93bA/join #entertainment #podcast #comedyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-sanalysis--1423846/support.

2025 felt like a year when everything became more and harder. More crises. More fear. More civic strain. More communities under pressure. And yet – more leadership, too. In this episode, Glennda connects with Darlene Nipper, President of the Rockwood Leadership Institute, for a grounded look at what leadership truly looked like in 2025. Darlene shares what she and her team witnessed across the country: communities organizing, mutual-aid volunteers pivoting to meet urgent needs, families creating rapid-response communication networks, and leaders of small organizations adapting and strategizing for the future. This wasn't leadership from the podium. It was leadership from the sidewalk, school hallway, boardroom, and living room. Together, Glennda and Darlene talk about what broke, what held, and what grew stronger this year:  How democracy became a shared responsibility, not just a political concept What “leading from the inside out” looks like in high-pressure environments Why the long view and the short view have to coexist What nonprofit leaders need to prioritize amid uncertainty And through it all, one truth kept surfacing: leadership is no longer reserved for the chosen few. It is happening everywhere, often in people who never expected to step into the role. Whether you lead a nonprofit, neighborhood group, faith community, or simply your own family, this episode offers clarity on what your leadership means right now, and what it needs next. TUNE IN TO LEARN: How 2025 redefined who counts as a leader: This year showed us that leadership doesn't just come from titles or org charts – neighbors, parents, volunteers, and everyday people stepped in where systems fell short. Why democracy became a litmus test for leadership this year: In 2025, leaders weren't just asked to run programs. They were asked to choose whether to protect democratic values or remain silent as they eroded. How easy on-ramps – rather than professional gatekeeping – brought more people into meaningful action: Grassroots movements gained momentum because people could simply show up, proving accessibility is what fuels community power. What nonprofit leaders need to prioritize amid uncertainty: From pivoting quickly to listening deeply, this episode breaks down the practices that helped organizations stay grounded and effective. How leaders are thinking ahead while addressing immediate crises: Even while navigating fires, funding losses, and political turmoil, visionary leaders shifted into long-view strategy – imagining a future they may never personally see. KEY QUOTES: “I think this notion of leadership is this far-off behavior or category of people that's not us, totally is a thing, you know, and it's like – no, actually it is all of us.” - Darlene Nipper “I do think this moment is calling a lot of people into leadership in ways that are really motivating.” - Glennda Testone “So money should not be a problem. You know? That should not even be an issue. If we believe in the work, we need to give it away is such a level that people are just not even leaders are not even thinking about where the money is going to come from.” - Darlene Nipper “Listen to your constituents, your community, your people, and come out with what you know, because your role, your place, your space is very unique to you and the work that you're doing.” - Darlene Nipper ABOUT GUEST: With over 25 years of leadership and advocacy experience, Darlene Nipper joined Rockwood as a trainer in 2012 and now serves as CEO. Darlene's knowledge of the challenges facing leaders and the practices required for effective leadership is informed by her own background at a range of organizations. She has held key leadership roles in nonprofit and social justice organizations, as well as city government and foundations.  Darlene previously served as the executive director of the BET Foundation, and as the chief operating officer at National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), during which time she founded NAMI's Multicultural and International Policy Center. She is the former director of LGBT Affairs in the Executive Office of the Mayor of D.C., and the 2024-25 Visiting Senior Fellow for Movement Infrastructure and Explorations at the Freedom Together Foundation. A native Washingtonian, Darlene is an ordained interfaith minister, and practices mindfulness meditation, deep presence, and living joy. RESOURCES: Darlene Nipper LinkedIn Rockwood Leadership Institute Glennda Testone LinkedIn Nonprofit Leadership Lab DRG Talent Consulting Experts Joan Garry's Guide to Nonprofit Leadership – 2nd Edition by Joan Garry FREE WORKSHOP: Let's Build the Nonprofit Board of Your Dreams! FREE WORKSHOP: The 5 Practices of Outstanding Nonprofit Leaders Music by Jukebox the Ghost Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Sponsored By DonorPerfect DonorPerfect provides nonprofits with powerful fundraising tools to drive success. 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In this episode, former U.S. President Bill Clinton looks back on critical issues in U.S. foreign policy during his presidency, and shares lessons for sustaining American diplomatic engagement abroad.   His remarks were delivered as part of the inaugural Martin S. Indyk Memorial Lecture, held in collaboration with the Clinton Global Initiative.   Host: Richard Haass, President Emeritus, Council on Foreign Relations; Senior Counselor, Centerview Partners   Guest: Bill Clinton, Founder and Board Chair, Clinton Foundation; 42nd President of the United States   Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events sent straight to your inbox? Subscribe to CFR's Daily News Brief newsletter. To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, please visit it on our YouTube channel: A Conversation With President Bill Clinton.

Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.

CFR's Paul Stares unpacks the latest annual survey of foreign policy experts bracing for what might lie ahead.  Guest: Paul Stares, General John W. Vessey senior fellow for conflict prevention and director of the Center for Preventive Action at the Council on Foreign Relations. Read the 2026 Preventive Priorities Survey results published this week at CFR here.

00:02:03 — Trump's War on the 10th AmendmentKnight exposes Trump's executive order outlawing state AI regulation, calling it a direct assault on federalism and one of the clearest moves toward centralized technocratic control. 00:07:14 — The Rise of the Technocratic Surveillance StateHe warns that Trump's “AI supremacy” rhetoric conceals a merger of government and Silicon Valley designed to concentrate power among global elites. 00:12:08 — Trump's Order Bans States From Blocking AI Data CentersKnight reveals the executive order prevents localities from opposing AI infrastructure, giving Big Tech unchecked access to energy and land while stripping communities of control. 00:16:40 — AI Bubble: The Coming “Dot-Com 2.0” CrashHe predicts a major economic collapse driven by AI speculation—comparing it to the dot-com bust but with far deeper social and political consequences. 01:09:50 — Trump's Hypocrisy on CensorshipKnight notes that while Trump denounces leftist censorship, he promotes laws punishing critics of Israel, proving both parties exploit speech control to protect power. 01:20:23 — Trump as the “Manchurian Candidate” of Global TechnocracyKnight says Trump's policies mirror China's fusion of nationalism and surveillance, portraying him as the West's controlled vehicle for authoritarian global integration. 01:23:21 — The Right's Cult of CaesarismHe warns that conservatives increasingly call for dictatorship under the guise of “strong leadership,” showing how moral collapse makes tyranny fashionable. 01:38:38 — Trump's Israeli-Born “Anti-Semitism Czar” and the Coming Censorship RegimeKnight exposes Trump's new envoy partnering with Big Tech to suppress criticism of Israel, marking a new phase of internationalized speech policing. 02:00:28 — Fabian Socialism: The Hidden Blueprint for Global GovernmentWayne Morrow explains how Fabian socialists infiltrated Western policy and academia to create gradual, bureaucratic world governance under socialist ideals. 02:09:21 — The Alliance Between Fabians and the Council on Foreign RelationsMorrow details how British Fabian networks merged with America's CFR, forming an unelected managerial class that shapes national and foreign policy alike. 02:18:15 — Orwell's 1984 Was a Warning About the FabiansHe reveals that Orwell's dystopia was inspired by his disillusionment with Fabian elites, exposing their real-world plans for engineered obedience. 02:20:59 — Technocracy as the New Mechanism of ControlKnight and Morrow connect the AI revolution, UN bureaucracy, and global surveillance grid as the modern evolution of Fabian socialism—digital tyranny disguised as progress. Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If 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.

00:02:03 — Trump's War on the 10th AmendmentKnight exposes Trump's executive order outlawing state AI regulation, calling it a direct assault on federalism and one of the clearest moves toward centralized technocratic control. 00:07:14 — The Rise of the Technocratic Surveillance StateHe warns that Trump's “AI supremacy” rhetoric conceals a merger of government and Silicon Valley designed to concentrate power among global elites. 00:12:08 — Trump's Order Bans States From Blocking AI Data CentersKnight reveals the executive order prevents localities from opposing AI infrastructure, giving Big Tech unchecked access to energy and land while stripping communities of control. 00:16:40 — AI Bubble: The Coming “Dot-Com 2.0” CrashHe predicts a major economic collapse driven by AI speculation—comparing it to the dot-com bust but with far deeper social and political consequences. 01:09:50 — Trump's Hypocrisy on CensorshipKnight notes that while Trump denounces leftist censorship, he promotes laws punishing critics of Israel, proving both parties exploit speech control to protect power. 01:20:23 — Trump as the “Manchurian Candidate” of Global TechnocracyKnight says Trump's policies mirror China's fusion of nationalism and surveillance, portraying him as the West's controlled vehicle for authoritarian global integration. 01:23:21 — The Right's Cult of CaesarismHe warns that conservatives increasingly call for dictatorship under the guise of “strong leadership,” showing how moral collapse makes tyranny fashionable. 01:38:38 — Trump's Israeli-Born “Anti-Semitism Czar” and the Coming Censorship RegimeKnight exposes Trump's new envoy partnering with Big Tech to suppress criticism of Israel, marking a new phase of internationalized speech policing. 02:00:28 — Fabian Socialism: The Hidden Blueprint for Global GovernmentWayne Morrow explains how Fabian socialists infiltrated Western policy and academia to create gradual, bureaucratic world governance under socialist ideals. 02:09:21 — The Alliance Between Fabians and the Council on Foreign RelationsMorrow details how British Fabian networks merged with America's CFR, forming an unelected managerial class that shapes national and foreign policy alike. 02:18:15 — Orwell's 1984 Was a Warning About the FabiansHe reveals that Orwell's dystopia was inspired by his disillusionment with Fabian elites, exposing their real-world plans for engineered obedience. 02:20:59 — Technocracy as the New Mechanism of ControlKnight and Morrow connect the AI revolution, UN bureaucracy, and global surveillance grid as the modern evolution of Fabian socialism—digital tyranny disguised as progress. Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If 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.

Before the citations. Before the regulations. Before the arguments—there's people. In the first-ever Safe Word segment of Mining Minds, Grover sits down with longtime mentor, former MSHA inspector, and no-nonsense safety professional Jim Hoover to have the conversations most safety meetings never do. This episode strips away the myths, the fear, and the finger-pointing around mining safety and replaces them with something better: honesty, experience, and critical thinking. They break down what MSHA actually does (and doesn't do), why citations aren't cash grabs, and how perception, personality, and human judgment shape every inspection. From the difference between being compliant and being truly safe, to why asking why matters more than memorizing the 30 CFR, this episode is about understanding safety—not weaponizing it. You'll hear real stories from the pit and the inspector's side, hard lessons learned early in a career, and why building relationships—rather than hiding when inspectors show up—can make operations safer for everyone. Brass in—join the conversation and be a part of The Safe Word.   Chapters: 01:50 Why This Safety Conversation Started 02:41 Opinion, Experience, and Inviting Disagreement 07:52 Mining Safety Myths: Do Inspectors Get Paid for Citations? 10:55 The Human Element of Inspections 13:26 Understanding the 30 CFR and Asking "Why" 17:48 Real-World Example 22:34 Regional Differences and Interpretation of Standards 29:05 Inspectors as a Resource, Not the Enemy 35:32 Recognizing Good Work and Building Safety Culture

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news, review common infection control and sanitary environment issues in ASCs and in our focus segment, discuss Navigating the Complexities of ASC Billing and Coding with Bob Lathrop from SIS.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems,    Notes and Resources from this Episode: Cost pressures that battered ASCs in 2025: https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-transactions-and-valuation-issues/the-cost-pressures-that-battered-ascs-in-2025/?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=5567B4088734C3Z Focus on Sanitary Environment and Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) in ASC Surveys Sanitary environment and IPC issues consistently rank among the top deficiencies in ambulatory surgery center (ASC) accreditation and certification surveys, making this a critical "hot issue" for 2025 and beyond. These citations directly impact patient safety by increasing risks of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), and they appear frequently across major accreditors like CMS, AAAHC, and ACHC. For context: In AAAHC's 2025 Quality Roadmap (released September 2025), IPC remains a persistent top challenge, with deficiencies cited in nearly 90% of surveys for ASCs and office-based surgery settings. ACHC's November 2025 survey data highlights sanitary environment lapses (e.g., sanitation issues, incomplete policies) as a leading deficiency, often tied to inconsistent implementation of hand hygiene, glove techniques, and environmental cleaning. Historical CMS data shows patterns holding into recent years, with "Sanitary Environment" and "Infection Control Program" among the most cited, stemming from failures in basic practices like cleaning, sterilization, and safe injection protocols. These issues often arise from documentation gaps, staff inconsistencies, or overlooked details during busy operations, even in high-performing centers. Key Regulatory Requirements The foundation for sanitary environment and IPC in ASCs is CMS Conditions for Coverage (CfC) at 42 CFR § 416.51, which applies to Medicare-certified ASCs and influences other accreditors (deemed status via AAAHC, ACHC, etc.). Standard: Sanitary Environment (§ 416.51(a)): The ASC must provide a functional and sanitary environment for surgical services, avoiding sources and transmission of infections by adhering to professionally accepted standards (e.g., CDC, AORN, APIC guidelines). Standard: Infection Control Program (§ 416.51(b)): Maintain an ongoing, coordinated program to prevent, control, and investigate infections/communicable diseases. This includes: Designation of a qualified professional (e.g., infection preventionist) to oversee the program. Annual risk assessment to identify infection risks. Integration of nationally recognized guidelines (CDC core practices are mandatory if no other evidence-based standards apply). Policies for hand hygiene, environmental cleaning, sterilization/high-level disinfection (HLD), safe injection practices, and point-of-care devices. INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! https://conferences.asc-central.com/ Join one of our Membership Programs! 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Important Resources for ASCs: Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control) https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM) https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som Policy & Memos to States and Regions CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices. https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Books by John Goehle Get a copy of John's most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

Mike Froman is president of the Council on Foreign Relations and former U.S. Trade Representative. He joins ChinaTalk for the first time to discuss: Why his 1992 dissertation on détente is suddenly relevant again – and why “positive linkage” fails to change adversary behavior, How mutual assured destruction has shifted from nuclear weapons to rare earths, supply chains, and technology, and why the U.S. and China are stuck in a costly, uncomfortable stalemate, Trump's unorthodox use of economic leverage and America's resilience problem, CFR's new cross-fellow initiatives on China, economics, and open-source analysis, Plus: an inside look at how think tanks work — salaries, funding, and what to expect from Mike Froman's tenure leading the CFR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Froman is president of the Council on Foreign Relations and former U.S. Trade Representative. He joins ChinaTalk for the first time to discuss: Why his 1992 dissertation on détente is suddenly relevant again – and why “positive linkage” fails to change adversary behavior, How mutual assured destruction has shifted from nuclear weapons to rare earths, supply chains, and technology, and why the U.S. and China are stuck in a costly, uncomfortable stalemate, Trump's unorthodox use of economic leverage and America's resilience problem, CFR's new cross-fellow initiatives on China, economics, and open-source analysis, Plus: an inside look at how think tanks work — salaries, funding, and what to expect from Mike Froman's tenure leading the CFR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

00:00:00 – Tech gremlins, show finally goes live, and Mike defends OBDM's mix of silliness and niche stories against "cover important news" commenters. 00:04:09 – Alex Jones Clips of the Week: AI-mangled transcripts, goofy soundboard noises, French hit-squad rumors around Candace Owens, and dreams of a 24/7 Jones megamix stream. 00:13:50 – Deep dive into Tim Pool "crashing out" on-air over security, alleged drive-by shots at his house, his feud with Candace Owens, and whether the meltdown is genuine or radio-war kayfabe. 00:18:14 – Article walk-through on leaked China–Taiwan war games: hypersonic missiles, US carriers and F-35s getting wiped, Pentagon overspending on complex gear, and CFR scenarios where America basically backs away from Taiwan. 00:28:02 – Gaming out a Taiwan invasion: chip-fab self-destruct plans, Taiwan striking Chinese dams and industry, how fast things could go nuclear, and a long "china china china" Trump soundboard riff. 00:37:48 – Russia and China run joint bomber patrols near Japan; hosts frame it as ominous saber-rattling that conveniently justifies even more Western military spending. 00:42:49 – Reason/Atlantic story on elite university students claiming disabilities: explosion of ADHD/anxiety accommodations, TikTok-diagnosed "neurodivergence," and how grifted extra time hurts students with real needs. 00:52:13 – Rapid-fire: Trump UFO/Roswell betting-market hype, speculation he's been "talked to" about disclosure, Ohio Republicans endlessly re-tweaking the voter-approved weed law, and a tease for an AI-generated police suspect image. 00:57:09 – AI-generated mugshot of a Phoenix shooting suspect that looks eerily like Tim Pool; worries about lazy prompt-based "sketches," misidentification, and cops arresting whoever matches the AI face. 01:06:10 – COVID, vaccines, and excess-death anger: UK data allegedly withheld, false-positive PCR testing, "turbo cancer" anecdotes, and a long rant (plus influencer clip) about total lack of accountability for mandates and pharma. 01:10:57 – Marco Rubio orders State to ditch Calibri; typography nerd-out on why serif fonts suit long documents, plus a heartfelt status update on Joe's recovery, bike-accident aftereffects, and the door being open for his return. 01:15:54 – Spanish delivery worker fired for repeatedly clocking in too early; court calls it "serious misconduct," prompting horror stories about hyper-strict time clocks and quitting over minute-by-minute overtime policing. 01:24:45 – Trump "no tax on tips" meets OnlyFans: IRS agents theoretically forced to watch spicy content to classify incomes, porn vs lifestyle creators, and jokes about this mess landing in the Supreme Court's lap. 01:34:30 – Red "jellyfish" sprite lightning above storms: NASA's high-altitude discharge explanation versus the show's playful theories about alien biology, portals, or off-gassing mystery tech. 01:39:34 – Trump bumping an Air Force One bathroom door mid-press gaggle, imagined awkwardness for whoever's inside, then a UK saga where a council paints a disabled bay around a parked car and slaps it with tickets. 01:47:48 – Florida man claims he teleported into a stolen BMW before a 140-mph crash; hosts compare it to real teleport/time-slip lore, pitch better "I'm from the year 5000" alibis, and suggest cops should ticket illegal teleporting. 01:55:58 – In-N-Out bans order number 67 (after 69) to stop meme-yelling kids, audio-leveller gremlins creep into the show, and they close with Patreon/Discord plugs, schedule notes, Joe shout-outs, and one last "watch the sky for sprite lightning" sign-off.   Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: http://obdmpod.com ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/obdmpod ► Full Videos at Odysee: https://odysee.com/@obdm:0 ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/obdmpod ► Instagram: obdmpod ► Email: ourbigdumbmouth at gmail ► RSS: http://ourbigdumbmouth.libsyn.com/rss ► iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-big-dumb-mouth/id261189509?mt=2    

Rebecca Lissner, senior fellow for U.S. foreign policy at the Council, sits down with James M. Lindsay to discuss the Trump administration's new National Security Strategy and its consequences for U.S. foreign and defense policy.   This is the eighth episode in a special series from The President's Inbox, bringing you conversations with Washington insiders to assess whether the United States is ready for a new, more dangerous world.   Mentioned on the Episode:   "2025 National Security Strategy of the United States of America," The White House   Rebecca Lissner, Will Freeman, Liana Fix, Steven Cook, Michelle Gavin and Paul Stares, “Unpacking a Trump Twist of the National Security Strategy,” CFR.org   For an episode transcript and show notes, visit The President's Inbox at: https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/tpi/are-we-ready-trumps-national-security-strategy-rebecca-lissner

https://media.blubrry.com/my_future_business/mfbpodcast.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/MFB+SHOW+537+ANDREW+JOHN+ROBINSON.mp3Subscribe: Email | TuneIn | RSSInterview With Andrew John RobinsonAndrew Robinson: A Genre-Hopping Storyteller With International Reach#TimeTravelFantasy #IndependentAuthor #ScreenwritersLifeHi, and welcome to the show!On today's show I have the pleasure of welcoming author, Andrew Robinson, to talk about his time travel fantasy adventure series, his unique approach to teen vampire fiction, and his diverse career writing everything from children's books to international screenplays. Some writers find their niche and stay there. Andrew Robinson is not one of those writers. The transplanted New Englander has built a remarkably diverse career spanning children's books, time travel fantasy, screenplays, and television—with projects produced everywhere from Central Florida to Poland to Turkey.Andrew is currently focused on his time travel fantasy series that began with Worst Date, Greatest Adventure, published by Champagne Book Group. Similar to the popular Outlander series, the book and its sequel Worst Date, Greatest Challenge blend romance, history, and fantasy. He's now working on the third installment.Andrew's also making waves in the vampire genre with Vampire Academia—and he's quick to clarify it's nothing like Twilight. The book resonated enough that Champagne Book Group requested a sequel, proving there's appetite for fresh takes on supernatural themes.Beyond novels, Robinson's screenwriting credits span continents. His work has been produced by companies in the U.S., Poland, Iran, and Turkey. His rom-com A Vagabond's Chaotic Life and Cannabis Queen: The Elvy Musikka Story were both presented by All the Line Studio in Orlando.Andrew's dedication extends beyond his own writing. He now leads the Orlando/Maitland Chapter of the Florida Writers' Association, supporting other writers in their journeys. His focus on strong female protagonists comes from a personal place—his daughter inspires many of his determined heroines.To learn more about the topics discussed, or to contact Andrew directly, click the link below.Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a sponsored post. My Future Business is disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.