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Are office temperatures set too low in the summer for women to be comfortable? This idea has featured in news headlines and comedy videos which describe the summer as a “women's winter”. But is there evidence behind the claims of a gender bias in air conditioning? To find out, we speak to Gail Brager, Director of the Center for Environmental Design Research at UC Berkeley, and Boris Kingma, a senior researcher at CNO, the Netherlands Applied Research Institute.Presenter: Lizzy McNeill Producer: Nicholas Barrett Series producer: Tom Colls Production co-ordinator: Rosie Strawbridge Sound mix: James Beard Editor: Richard Vadon

Show LinksNavy's Plan for Unmanned SystemsDepartment of Crazy Ideas: How about a cheap inshore fleet? Mark Tempest, 2009.Buy Fords, Not Ferraris, Jerry Hendrix, 2008Droning on About Drones, CDR Salamander, 2013Building the Navy's Hybrid Fleet, Lieutenant Commander Jack Rowley, Proceedings, July 2025.The Moon is a Harsh Mistress, Robert A. HeinleinThe Mote in God's Eye, Larry Niven and Jerry PournelleBenjamin Kohlmann, Nominated for Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Manpower and Reserve AffairsJohn Lewis-class replenishment oilerCleo Paskal on XA Death in the Pacific, CDR Salamander, July 2025Rods From GodAustria Ponders NATOSummaryIn this episode of Midrats, the hosts discuss the current state of the U.S. Navy, starting with the new Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) and the challenges he faces in balancing operational needs with budget constraints. They explore the importance of shipbuilding and naval readiness, innovations in technology such as modular attack surface craft, and the role of autonomous systems in enhancing operational capabilities. The conversation also touches on economic considerations in naval strategy, the potential for space-based systems, and the significance of recruitment and training for future naval forces. Additionally, the hosts discuss the role of the Naval Reserve, political dynamics in naval appointments, logistical challenges, and geopolitical considerations in the Pacific, concluding with thoughts on NATO's future and the potential inclusion of Austria.Chapters00:00: Introduction02:05: New CNO and Navy Leadership Challenges04:57: Shipbuilding and Naval Readiness09:43: Modular Attack Surface Craft, Drones, and Innovation16:15: Autonomous Systems and Experimentation19:23: Risk Management via Distributed Risk21:32: Economic Considerations in Naval Strategy22:55: Rods from God: Now More Than Ever30:18: The Role of the Naval Reserve33:50: Political Appointments and Their Impact36:22: More Oilers, Faster47:28: Saipan, and Geopolitical Considerations in the Pacific52:52: Austria's future of NATO?01:01:46: Conclusion and Recommendations

Send us a textAngel Bozard, CNO with VirtuALLY, joins the Teledigm Pulse to discuss virtual nursing and their partnership with Teledigm Health.

On this episode of Engage, hosts Capt. Laura Woods and F/O Ryan Argenta speak with Captains Ian Turner and Josh Cantrell of the Scheduling Committee, discussing some of the hot topics, frustrations, and issues keeping the Scheduling Committee up at night. Reserve short calls have become a particular problem for pilots, and Ian and Josh explain what's going on and how pilots can avoid issues with short calls. The crew also discusses Crew Notification issues through the CNO and MiCrew app and how pilots can avoid potential pitfalls.

Boomers are turning 65 in big numbers, and starting to think seriously about their financial future. Many of those in the middle-income bracket turn to CNO Financial Group. The demographics are in its favor, but how has CNO turned its business around in a notoriously tough market space? CEO Gary Bhojwani reveals its recipe for success at RBC's Global Financial Institutions conference.Watch here: Securing the future of an underserved group: Middle-income America | RBCCM

Welcome to the CavasShips Podcast with Christopher P. Cavas and Chris Servello…a weekly podcast looking at naval and maritime events and issues of the day – in the US, across the seas and around the world. This week…we cover the latest maritime headlines and topics of interest with Hudson's Bryan Clark. From Golden Dome, to shipbuilding, to uncrewed ships to priorities for the next CNO, Bryan shares what he's hearing and what the audience should be tracking.  Please send us feedback by DM'ing @CavasShips or @CSSProvision or you can email chriscavas@gmail.com or cservello@defaeroreport.com.

Admiral Vernon Eugene Clark is a retired four-star admiral who served as Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) for the United States Navy. He retired on July 22, 2005, after five years in the role—making him the second-longest serving CNO in history, after Arleigh Burke. During his distinguished military career, Admiral Clark received numerous awards, including four Defense Distinguished Service Medals, three Navy Distinguished Service Medals, and three Legions of Merit. Following his retirement, he was further recognized with the Eisenhower Award from the Business Executives of North America, the Distinguished Sea Service Award from the Naval Order of the United States, and the Distinguished Service Medal from the Military Order of the World Wars. He holds an undergraduate degree from Evangel College in Springfield, Missouri, and an MBA from the University of Arkansas. He has also received honorary doctorates from the University of Toledo, Old Dominion University, Northwest University, and Palm Beach Atlantic University. Today, Admiral Clark continues to share the leadership insights gained throughout his Navy career. He reflects on major challenges—such as the Navy's high attrition rates when he became Chief—and the steps he took to address them. He unpacks what “alignment” means in a leadership context and why it became one of his top priorities. He also discusses the importance of vision in leadership, and how that principle shaped his actions in the aftermath of 9/11. “It's been said before that I bring a little bit of passion to the game.” - Admiral Vern Clark “Alignment is really about communication.” - Admiral Vern Clark “More is caught than taught.” -  Admiral Vern Clark This Week on The Wow Factor: The five principles on which Admiral Vern founded his leadership The importance of culture in a large organization The importance of getting buy-in from the sailors and how Admiral Vern brought his Master Chiefs on board with his plans Admiral Vern's goals of equipping and empowering the whole team How Admiral Vern and his team solved the problem of attrition Where Admiral Vern was when the tragic events of 9/11 occurred and his immediate response to deploy loaded aircraft carriers and destroyers to strategic positions  When Admiral Vern first met President Bush at his inauguration and the promise he made him The story of Admiral Vern's relationship with Donald Rumsfeld, Secretary of Defense The importance of listening as a leader Why Admiral Vern feels that the Lord was watching over him throughout his career Admiral Vern Clark's Word of Wisdom: Having a strategic communications plan that moves you forward as a team or organization is vital. Connect with Admiral Vern Clark:  Any questions for Admiral Clark can be sent to Brad Connect with The Wow Factor:  WOW Factor Website  Brad Formsma on LinkedIn   Brad Formsma on Instagram   Brad Formsma on Facebook   X (formerly Twitter)  

Host Sarah Burke and journalist Karen S. Pugliese sit down in Chicago's Midway airport to test out some new mini mics and discuss the state of media, journalism & podcasting after attending the Podcast Movement Evolutions conference and speaking on a panel about opportunities in Canadian podcasting. Karyn shares her journey in journalism, highlighting her experiences in both broadcasting and podcasting. She speaks about her early work on the podcast, The Disappearance of Natasha Lynn Star, which garnered significant attention. They also discuss the challenges faced by women in media, including the impact of Rachel Gilmore's experience having an election fact-checking segment dropped due to "bandwidth." Karen emphasizes the need for media to support journalists and hold mainstream media accountable. More about Karyn S. Pugliese: Karyn Pugliese, also known as Pabàmàdiz— has worked as an investigative journalist, media executive, and press freedom advocate. Her 20-year career includes roles at Canada's National Observer (CNO), managing editor of CBC's Investigative Unit, and five years as a visiting professor at Toronto Metropolitan University. But she's probably best known for her time on Parliament Hill and her seven-year tenure as Executive Director of News and Current Affairs at APTN, where she oversaw the network's news division. She launched her first series of podcasts at APTN, and oversaw production of the award-winning podcast The Salmon People at CNO. Her own series, canadaLANDBACK, was nominated twice for Digital publishing awards, and she contributed to the award-winning series The Pretendians in her recent role as the editor-in-chief at a Canadian podcasting network. She is currently a co-host of the Podcast Auntie Up! Karyn's work has been celebrated with honours like the Hyman Solomon Award for Public Policy Journalism, the Canadian Screen Awards, and the Canadian Association of Journalism Awards. She's also a Martin Wise Goodman Canadian Nieman Fellow from Harvard University. Listen: https://www.aptnnews.ca/the-disappearance-of-natasha-lynn-starr/ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/auntie-up/id1592723511 https://www.nationalobserver.com/podcast/salmon-people Follow Karyn on Substack: https://karynpugliese.substack.com/p/we-need-to-talk-about-rachel Women in Media Listeners get 41% off at Cozy Earth! https://cozyearth.com/discount/WOMENINMEDIA Women in Media Listeners Get 15% off at Stand! https://www.standshoes.com/discount/WOMENINMEDIA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  Admiral Vernon Eugene Clark is a retired four-star admiral who served as the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) of the United States Navy. He retired on July 22, 2005, making his tenure of five years the second-longest serving CNO behind Arleigh Burke. Admiral Clark has received numerous military decorations for his service, including four awards of the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, three Navy Distinguished Medals, and three awards of the Legion of Merit. Since his retirement, he has been honored with the Eisenhower Award from the Business Executives of North America, the Distinguished Sea Service Award from the Naval Order of the United States, and the Distinguished Service Medal of the Military Order of the World Wars.  Admiral Vern Clark earned his undergraduate degree from Evangel College in Springfield, Missouri, and later completed an MBA at the University of Arkansas. He has also been awarded honorary doctorates from the University of Toledo, Old Dominion University, Northwest University, and Palm Beach Atlantic University.  This week on The Wow Factor podcast, Admiral Vern Clark shares key lessons from his distinguished career in the U.S. Navy. He discusses his commitment to covenant leadership—what it means and how he aimed to live it out in practice. Admiral Clark also breaks down the five priorities he focused on as Chief of Naval Operations: manpower, current readiness, future readiness, quality of service, and alignment—and explains how those priorities shaped his decisions and leadership approach.  “I was raised in a home where we constantly heard about God's plan for our life - and that really framed my background in a very important way..” - Admiral Vern Clark  “Our actions are screaming so loud, they can't hear a word we say, so if we're not living it and walking it, it doesn't matter what all the words are.” -  Admiral Vern Clark  Leadership is a position of servanthood. First, we say—or do we say this last—we can go through anything because Jesus goes before us. - Admiral Vern Clark  This Week on The Wow Factor:  Admiral Vern's experience of growing up the son of a Pastor in the central section of the USA   His early experiences of leadership, including on a kids baseball team  The experience of gaining an MBA at the University of Arkansas against the backdrop of the Vietnam war  How he came to find his life's path as a Commissioned Officer in the US Navy and why he was convinced he would be staying in for only three years only  What convinced Admiral Vern to rejoin the Navy and the career that followed  Why he believes that leadership is a two-way relationship  Resources that Admiral Vern has used in his commitment to being a lifelong learner  The questions that the term ‘heart of covenant' bring up   How Admiral Vern's strong faith has helped him in his role as a leader  Admiral Vern Clark's Word of Wisdom:  Having a strategic communications plan that moves you forward as a team or organization is vital.  Connect with Admiral Vern Clark:   Any questions for Admiral Clark can be sent to Brad  Connect with The Wow Factor:   WOW Factor Website   Brad Formsma on LinkedIn    Brad Formsma on Instagram    Brad Formsma on Facebook    X (formerly Twitter)     

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Does One Life Left have an SSG this week? A) Yes - it's Chris Read from Fantata, here to talk about Quizzle/Fast Five, amongst other things. B) Yes - it's Clippy, the famous MS Office Assistant, here to discuss his triumphant return as the face of AI. He butt-dialled Simon to ask to be on. C) No. D) Victoria Pendleton. Which of these is covered in the news section by Charlesbot? A) The cost of the Switch 2 plus an "exclusive reveal" of the release date. B) More Xbox handheld possibilities. C) Pocketpair moving into publishing. D) Victoria Pendleton. Is there a BRAND NEW FEATURE this episode? A) What?! Nah! Don't be silly... B) Abso-bloomin-lutely there is! It's called The Art of Video Game Design and long may it continue! C) Fee-chure? What's one of them?! D) Victoria Pendleton. Is there any mention of Maraoke this episode? A) Absolutely! We report on Maraoke from 14th March plus announce the next one will be on Friday 2nd May. B) Nope. No. Not a single mention of Maraoke. C) I'm starting to wish I'd not done the notes in this format. D) Victoria Pendleton. Do we have any letters this week? A) Yes - and it's a quality bit of correspondence yet again from Chris Conroy. B) No. C) Something, something, something... I'm rushing a bit, here, to be honest. I should've devoted more time to this. Sorry. D) Victoria Pendleton. Are you allowed to write to us even if your name isn't Chris? A) Absolutely! Yes please! Send us all of your letters. Every letter you may have in you! Zap them to us at team@onelifeleft.com or join our Discord and leave a letter on there. Link below! B) No. C) You wouldn't get this with AI. D) Victoria Pendleton. TTFN, Team OLL x Links: The OLL Everything Link! http://hello.onelifeleft.com/ The Maraoke Everything Link! https://hello.maraoke.com Block Words Link! https://blockwords.app/ The Shure link! https://tag.gs/OneLifeLeft_Shure Reviews: Lego 2K Drive Football Manager 2022 Expelled! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this episode of The Kevin Roberts Show, Heritage Foundation Senior Fellow Brent Sadler joins Dr. Roberts to discuss the urgent need to overhaul America's maritime strategy. With China asserting control over global trade routes, our nation finds itself in a dangerously vulnerable position. Sadler makes the case for bold action—through innovation, investments in human capital, and a revitalized maritime industrial base—to secure America's future.From modernizing shipping infrastructure to strengthening our military and maritime capabilities, Sadler outlines a clear path for America to reclaim its rightful place as a global leader. He also emphasizes the crucial role of the SHIPS Act, Jones Act, port infrastructure, workforce development, and groundbreaking technologies—such as small modular nuclear reactors—to propel American ships forward.About Brent Sadler: Bent Sadler joined Heritage Foundation after a 26 year Navy career with numerous operational tours on nuclear powered submarines, personal staffs of senior Defense Department leaders, and as a military diplomat in Asia. As a Senior Research Fellow, Brent's focus is on maritime security and the technologies shaping our future maritime forces, especially the Navy.Brent is a 1994 graduate with honors of the United States Naval Academy with a degree in Systems Engineering (robotics) and a minor in Japanese. As a 2004 Olmsted Scholar in Tokyo, Japan, he studied at Keio University, Jochi University and the United Nations University. He has a master of arts from Jochi University and master of science from National War College, where he graduated with distinction in 2011 and received several writing and research awards.In 2011, he established the Navy Asia Pacific Advisory Group (NAPAG), providing regionally informed advice directly to Chief of Naval Operations' (CNO). He again served on the CNO's personal staff in 2015-2016, playing a key role in developing the Defense Department's Third Offset. At Pacific Command from 2012-2015, he held numerous key positions. As lead for Maritime Strategy and Policy, he incorporated all 10 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) into the first regional maritime domain awareness forum and was instrumental in the eventual passage of the $500 million-dollar Maritime Security Initiative. As Special Advisor on Japan, and a Council of Foreign Relations International Affairs Fellow in Tokyo, he played a key role in revising the U.S. and Japan Defense Guidelines. As Deputy Director Strategic Synchronization Group, he oversaw a think-tank like body of over 30 advisors and analysts. Brent led the Commander's Rebalance Task Force coordinating execution of the President's Defense Strategic Guidance—Rebalance to the Asia-Pacific resulting in over $12 billion USD of additional monies budgeted in fiscal years 2013 through 2015 during a time of fiscal austerity.Following his final tour on CNO's staff, Brent returned to Asia as Senior Defense Official, Defense and Naval Attaché in Malaysia. During his tenure he played a key role in coordinating responses to the USS McCain collision in August 2017, opened several politically sensitive ports and airfields to U.S. forces, oversaw unprecedented expansion of U.S. military relations, and steadied relations during the historic May 2018 national elections ushering in an opposition party for the first time since independence.His final Navy assignment was China Branch of Navy Staff at the Pentagon.

Damon's back. Colby pops in. We start with the firing of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. We also discuss the DoD letting go of 5,400 probationary employees and share thoughts on the story of a veteran with four tours who got laid off—real situations with real impact. Plus, we're breaking down the Deferred Resignation Program and what that means for those still serving. We switch gears to discuss the EMPLOY Program for Sailors who can't deploy but still have value to bring and the latest on expanded VA GI Bill benefits—great info for anyone thinking about their next steps. Damon also opens up about what it was like stepping in as acting CMC—sharing honest lessons on consistency, staying motivated, and how to truly connect with your team, no matter where they come from. Damon was surprised about the Eagles' Super Bowl run, and the guys discussed Kendrick Lamar's halftime performance. We dive into the concept of  “playing the game” in the Navy, whether Sailors should prep their own packages, and how often folks might choose money over personal values—tough but necessary talks. In our “Do Better” segment, we're setting the record straight on what Ombudsmen are (and aren't) supposed to do and calling out some corrosion maintenance issues that definitely need some attention. We wrap things up with a quick review of our Book of the Week, “The Cure for Burnout” by Emily Ballesteros, dropping some key tips on avoiding burnout when the pressure is on. These topics and more are covered in this episode of ‘Permission to Speak Freely.'   Check out the links for all the stories we talked about: CNO and Chairman of Joint Chiefs Fired DoD to Fire 5,400 Probationary Employees Veteran with Four Tours Laid Off Deferred Resignation Program Details EMPLOY Program Overview VA Benefits Expansion       To have your “Do Better” reviewed on a future episode, please get in touch with us at ptsfpodcast@gmail.com       Keep up with the ‘Permission to Speak Freely' podcast on our social media and YouTube - https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast       Book of the Week: The Cure For Burnout (Emily Ballesteros) - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/721779/the-cure-for-burnout-by-emily-ballesteros/       Additional Credits: PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0

Josh is joined on this episode with two guests each giving their hot takes and personal opinions on what the firings of the JCS and CNO mean for the military and Navy specifically. The conversation touches on SECDEF promise of transparency, the O3 and senior ranks bloat, is there more to come? What about the not being talked about, JAG for each respective branch also being fired as a footnote?

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There is almost a cottage industry in appreciating the decades-long shortfall in America's maritime industrial base for shipbuilding and repair.After more than a decade of self-delusion in labeling the People's Republic of China (PRC) as merely a ‘Pacing Challenge', people are increasingly waking up to the fact that the PRC has overtaken the USA in the maritime arena—a domain in which we were globally unchallenged since the end of WWII.When considering both its vast commercial capacity and its development of the world's largest navy, it is a fair argument to make that the maritime challenge posed by the PRC now eclipses the threat posed by the Soviet Union at its peak.With time being short, are there solutions? There are, as outlined by our guests for today's Midrats, Michael Roberts & Bryan Clark and their report Shoring Up the Foundation: Affordable Approaches to Improve US and Allied Shipbuilding and Ship Repair from The Hudson Institute.Mike Roberts joined the Hudson Institute beginning in 2022. Before then Mike was the general counsel and a senior leader with Crowley Maritime, a top American shipping company, and president of the American Maritime Partnership. His focus is on commercial shipping and shipbuilding industries, and specifically, how fundamental changes in US maritime policies are needed to compete with China.Bryan Clark is a senior fellow and director of the Center for Defense Concepts and Technology at Hudson Institute. He studies naval operations, cyber and electromagnetic warfare, autonomous systems, military competitions, and wargaming. He is a retired enlisted and officer submariner and his last job in the Navy was as Commander's Action Group Director for the CNO.SummaryThis conversation delves into the pressing challenges facing the U.S. maritime industry, particularly the shipbuilding sector, in light of China's overwhelming shipbuilding capacity. The discussion highlights the need for affordable solutions, legislative support, and workforce development to revitalize the U.S. maritime industrial base. The guests, Mike Roberts and Bryan Clark, present their report from the Hudson Institute, which outlines actionable policies to enhance U.S. and allied shipping and ship repair capabilities. They emphasize the importance of a consistent demand signal from the government to stabilize the industry and attract skilled workers. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by the US Navy in maintaining maritime readiness and resilience in the face of potential conflicts, particularly with China. It discusses the need for a robust US-flagged shipping fleet, the implications of supply chain vulnerabilities, and the importance of leveraging allied shipbuilding capacities. The speakers emphasize the necessity of innovative shipbuilding strategies, improved maintenance practices, and a shift in mindset to prepare for future military operations effectively.TakeawaysThe U.S. maritime industrial base faces significant challenges.China's shipbuilding capacity far exceeds that of the U.S.Affordable solutions are necessary for immediate impact.Legislative support is crucial for revitalizing shipbuilding.Workforce development is essential for the shipbuilding industry.The Ships for America Act aims to increase U.S. flag fleet.Educational benefits can attract skilled workers to shipyards.A consistent demand signal is vital for industry stability.Shipbuilding is a low-margin business requiring government support.Investment in workforce training is critical for future success. The US needs a sufficient number of ships to support major combat operations overseas.China's control over global shipping assets poses a significant risk to US supply chains.The US Navy's reliance on foreign-flagged ships may not be viable in wartime.Innovative shipbuilding practices, including AI, can enhance Navy capabilities.Improving ship repair readiness is crucial for fleet capacity by 2027.The Navy must adapt its technical standards to facilitate faster shipbuilding.Allied shipbuilding capacities can be leveraged to enhance US naval strength.A consistent demand signal is necessary for ship repair yards to thrive.The Navy's public shipyards require significant infrastructure upgrades.A cultural shift within the Navy is essential to address current challenges.Sound Bites"China has 230 times the amount of shipbuilding capacity.""The Navy is far from its readiness goals.""We need to build capacity not just for peace but for war.""We can build uncrewed vessels in many different places.""We have to change the mindset we've been living with."Chapters00:00: Introduction to Maritime Challenges03:11: The Shipbuilding Capacity Gap06:04: Affordable Solutions for Shipbuilding15:05: Legislative Support: Ships for America Act17:29: Workforce Development in Shipbuilding29:24: Long-term Stability in Shipbuilding Industry34:10: Navigating Maritime Challenges and Supply Chain Resilience41:07: Innovations in Shipbuilding and Maintenance Strategies50:31: Leveraging Allied Shipbuilding and Repair Capacities57:59: Preparing for Future Conflicts and Fleet Readiness

Alan Edgin interviews Scott Goldberg, President of Consumer Division at CNO Join Alan Edgin and Scott Goldberg, President of the Consumer Division at CNO Financial Group discussing innovation and distribution - and brand-specific approaches for CNO brands like ColonialPenn and Bankers Life.  Based on his extensive insurance background with roles in strategy, marketing, and sales, Scott shares insights on innovation in the industry. Scott emphasizes the importance of collaboration, flexibility, and data analytics - and in particular how he uses distribution partner collaboration in the innovation process. He digs into the challenges involved in rolling out new products, as well as the importance of using data to improve customer service and manage risk. If you're looking for ways to stay ahead of the competition, this podcast is a must-listen.   e123 - DMS Solutions for Life & Health Insurance Carriers & Marketers (e123insurtech.com)

Alan Edgin interviews Scott Goldberg, President of Consumer Division at CNO Join Alan Edgin and Scott Goldberg, President of the Consumer Division at CNO Financial Group discussing innovation and distribution - and brand-specific approaches for CNO brands like ColonialPenn and Bankers Life.  Based on his extensive insurance background with roles in strategy, marketing, and sales, Scott shares insights on innovation in the industry. Scott emphasizes the importance of collaboration, flexibility, and data analytics - and in particular how he uses distribution partner collaboration in the innovation process. He digs into the challenges involved in rolling out new products, as well as the importance of using data to improve customer service and manage risk. If you're looking for ways to stay ahead of the competition, this podcast is a must-listen.   e123 - DMS Solutions for Life & Health Insurance Carriers & Marketers (e123insurtech.com)

Peggy Norton-Rosko, system chief nurse executive at the University of Maryland Medical System, chats with CNO editor G Hatfield about nursing challenges in 2024 and what the industry will look like in 2025.

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we explore further the impact of Medicare Advantage patients and hospitals in rural communities. Chris Wright, CEO and CNO of Purcell Municipal Hospital, and Dr. Matthew Jared, hospitalist with SSM Health, join us for part 2 to discuss the challenges they've faced with Medicare Advantage. www.MedicareDisadvantaged.org

[Recorded on 29 October 2024] It's our anniversary, y'all! Thanks to the best listeners in the world for helping us make it to 4 years! The guys start the episode by defining and discussing the phrase “waiting it out” in the Navy. Damo recalls his experience “meeting” the CNO. Since checking into the carrier, Damon notices some changes that he's compelled to discuss. Damo discusses a recent Disciplinary Review Board (DRB). Does DRB still work? Would you hold it down for the homie and take an NJP award? After standing CMC for a 96, Damon has a newfound respect for Command Master Chiefs. The guys discuss why it's so hard to correct small things like uniform infractions nowadays. Tisha pops in, and the trio discusses some TV shows. The guys break into sports to discuss Navy Football and the WNBA Rookie of the Year. With Donald Trump and Kamala Harris both appearing in podcasts recently, Damo wonders why more Navy leadership are not doing long-form content with independent media platforms. The Navy has began tests on a device called the TRAM and it's a game changer. A 55-year father reenlisted into the Navy after being inspired by his son who recently joined. What's going on a the Newport News Shipyard with these faulty welds? The GAO released an eye-opening report about Sailor-led maintenance. Can we find out more about the EMPLOY program? Can one toxic Chief impact a command's #1 EP First Class Petty Officer? A #DoBetter from a listener about leader development training is read. What happens when you get screened in the marketplace but placed on OPHOLD prior to your planned promotion date? These and more topics are covered in this episode. Remember to follow the ‘Permission to Speak Freely' podcast on TikTok, Facebook, Discord, Instagram, and Twitter, and subscribe on YouTube.   To have your “Do Better” reviewed on a future episode please contact us at ptsfpodcast@gmail.com   Keep up with the ‘Permission to Speak Freely' podcast on our social media and YouTube - https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast   Links and more from the episode:   Navy testing a device called the TRAM - Tranferrable Reload-at-sea-Method Device - https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-navy/2024/10/16/game-changing-navy-reloads-cruisers-missiles-at-sea-for-first-time/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fb_nt&fbclid=IwY2xjawF9svtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHQAG9qGgp-JzXWafNj-n-wqdWuJZz5mLdbnRzynAq5pyXmuUMrkgeafcRw_aem_EAOZohx3CkrFqZ4SYO4s1Q   USS New Jersey (First Sub designed for Women crew members - https://www.stripes.com/branches/navy/2024-09-15/navy-submarine-commission-new-jersey-15181263.html?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2hkLG6iTNqBEyd1aQkfDjapBQbsXv0OKwZU_nY1uqp6aj-9ddOpYDZfEI_aem_4ToSNp6TsmzEQIgmzL_YYw   Do we need to carry Rifles during Boot Camp like the Air Force? https://taskandpurpose.com/news/air-force-recruits-rifles/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1e3hDItnEnLBQlY2bVIoFOnQQNJjSlIhioVo5iw2CvKfwACEpEtKQW0RM_aem_EObYUHOFzq-5fckM6DC97Q   Father reenlisted in Navy inspired by his son https://taskandpurpose.com/news/navy-father-son/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR222IIj5eYuXjo326W4rAESN0R-lix-G9sRShcGHjjCuIxibuaLgh8Ppko_aem_5Akeb63810DYYm0mMAhAqg   Intentional Faulty Welds (Newport News Shipbuilding) https://www.foxnews.com/us/newport-news-shipbuilding-suspects-intentionally-faulty-welds-multimillion-dollar-naval-vessels   Sailor Led Maintenance Report (Governement Accountability Office) https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-24-106525#summary_recommend       Book of the Week:   Armed with Good Intentions (Wallo267) https:/www.wallo267.comarmedwithgoodintentions         This episode contains a snippet of: Song: Welcome Back Artist: Mase Producer: The Movement Label: Bad Boy   Additional Credits: PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we explore the impact of Medicare Advantage on rural hospitals and their communities. Chris Wright, CEO and CNO of Purcell Municipal Hospital, and Dr. Matthew Jared, hospitalist with SSM Health, join us to discuss the challenges they've faced with Medicare Advantage. www.MedicareDisadvantaged.org

Our guest: Suzanne ""Suzi"" M. Waddill-Goad, DNP, MBA, RN, CEN, CHC President, Suzanne M. Waddill-Goad & Company, Inc. Welcome to our podcast, where we explore critical issues in healthcare leadership and patient safety. Today, we're honored to have Dr. Suzanne Waddill-Goad, a licensed nurse with extensive experience in healthcare leadership, including serving as a Chief Nursing Officer. In this episode, Dr. Waddill-Goad shares her invaluable insights on the evolving landscape of nursing and healthcare over the past few decades. Drawing from her wealth of experience, she delves into the challenging topic of drug diversion in healthcare settings, recounting personal experiences that underscore the gravity of this issue – including two heartbreaking incidents where diversion led to loss of life. We'll also discuss essential strategies for new Chief Nursing Officers, gleaning from Dr. Waddill-Goad's expertise on what every CNO should prioritize when stepping into this crucial role. Additionally, we'll explore her groundbreaking research on leadership fatigue, which formed the basis of her dissertation. This work has since blossomed into three co-authored books, which we'll be highlighting with links for our listeners. Join us for this enlightening conversation that bridges the gap between nursing leadership, patient safety, and the personal toll of healthcare management. Dr. Waddill-Goad's unique perspective promises to offer both practical insights and compelling narratives that will resonate with healthcare professionals at all levels. Stay tuned for an episode that tackles some of the most pressing issues in modern healthcare leadership. Book links: Sigma Marketplace | Beyond Burnout, Second Edition, Sigma Marketplace | Workbook for Beyond Burnout, Second Edition, Sigma Marketplace | Business Basics for Nurses

James Holmes, former U.S. Navy surface warfare officer and J. C. Wylie Chair of Maritime Strategy at the Naval War College, talks with Bill Hamblet about the CNO's newly released NavPlan.

In this week's podcast episode, join me for an interview with Dr. Lendra James. Dr. James is the founder of Premier Infusions & Wellness, LJ Consulting and she hosts the Nurses With Voices podcast where she empowers healthcare professionals to build sustainable careers and generational wealth. She is the author of Confessions of a Nurse Executive: Conscious and Unconscious Bias in Healthcare and a sought-after speaker on leadership, wellness, and healthcare transformation. Don't miss as we discuss.. Why Dr. James decided being CNO didn't work for her The one thing most Nurses don't consider when they get into business How Dr James makes "time collapse" and why it matters for Nurse entrepreneurs Contact Information: Email: Info@nurseswithvoicespodcast.com Website: https://www.dljamesconsulting.com/ GET HER FREEBIE GUIDE: From Burnout to Breakthrough Are you a NP who wants to make more money in private practice? Then you're going to want to watch the FREE training, "How to Make More Money in Your NP Private Practice." Just click here to get the FREE training now.

Is your healthcare organization caught in the endless cycle of temp staffing? Are you tired of putting out fires in your ER, Periop, and CSP departments? In this explosive episode of 'Bred to Lead,' Dr. Jake Tayler Jacobs, renowned corporate fixer and COO of SIPS Healthcare Solutions, rips apart the band-aid approach to staffing and exposes the hidden costs eating away at your bottom line. You'll discover: Why your 'quick fix' might be slowly killing your organization The shocking truth about outsourced integrated management that no one's talking about A revolutionary framework for decision-making that could save your hospital millions Plus, Dr. Jacobs shares a real-world case study that transformed a struggling hospital system - and it's not what you think. Whether you're a CEO, CNO, or department leader, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about healthcare staffing. Warning: This content may cause severe rethinking of your current strategies. Don't miss this game-changing episode. Your staff, your patients, and your bottom line can't afford for you to skip this one. Tune in now and start breeding your organization to lead!

Today we're talking about the epidemic of medical and moral waivers in recruiting, a high ranking Army Sustainment Whistleblower, Navy Chiefs selling out their integrity for some internet, and the state of health in the military after the CNO just recently announced her breast cancer diagnosis.

Dr. Kathy Boyle, CNO at Denver Health, and Dr. Natalie Nicholson, associate CNO at Denver Health, chat with nursing editor G Hatfield about how Denver Health is tackling disruptors in the nursing industry.

Embark on this journey as Sarah Choujounian, founder of the Canadian Front Line Nurses shares how the entire movement began, her journey to health, healing, and awakening, where the organization is now, and what she's offering to help all of us rise together! http://www.LightingUpDarkCorners.com Instagram: @Sarah_Choujounian Next court dates:  July 22nd, August 2nd, 7th & 16th To follow my court case as a public member, you may email the CNO at HearingsAdministrationGroup@cnomail.org .Reference case: Sarah Anahid Choujounian Abulu and ask them for the links You can donate at GiveSendGo.com/sos_for_sarah or send an etransfer to sarahsCNOcase@hotmail.com . You can also help by connecting Sarah with people who can interview her or host a fundraiser at which she may be able to attend

On this week's episode of Rural Health Leadership Radio, we talk to a physician who came out of retirement to rekindle his passion for rural healthcare at a critical access hospital in Kemmerer, Wyoming. Dr. David Alcindor shares his incredible journey, from his childhood in France to his volunteer work in rural nations across the world, as well as the U.S. as a traveling ED physician. David is Chief of Staff at South Lincoln Hospital District and practices in Emergency Medicine and Med-Surg. “It's a small system, you could to the CEO, CFO, COO, CNO in the same hallway – or you could visit them in their homes…everything is approachable, everything is scalable.” – Dr. David Alcindor David grew up in Paris, France, and moved to the U.S. to start studies focused on helping disadvantaged persons, first by obtaining a degree in architecture and pursing research in housing for the poor. Construction research in a developing Caribbean nation led David to cross paths with rural medical volunteers. In joining them, he discovered that medicine had far greater impact in addressing not just poor living standards but impacting the health of each individual. After completing medical school, David volunteered in the US Air Force as a medical officer, served on the war front and returned to civilian life to focus exclusively on the health of land laborers (miners, farmers and ranchers) in remote, rural America. After nearly 20 years of being a traveling rural ED physician across the U.S., David and his wife decided to settle in Kemmerer, Wyoming. David first traveled to work in Kemmerer at SLHD emergency department in February 2022. He has since joined the hospital's executive leadership team on a full-time basis with a plan to gradually assume various departmental directorships.

Braden Herrington and Davie Portman review WWE NXT from July 7th, 2024 featuring the fallout from NXT Heatwave! Braden and Davie review the whole show, which includes: Ethan Page & Shawn Spears vs Trick Williams & Joe HendryThe Rascalz reunite with Wes LeeTony D'Angelo vs Lexis King (Rounds Match for the NXT Heritage Cup)Karmen Petrovic vs Arianna GraceSol Ruca vs Fallon HenleyThe OC vs OTMGallus vs Tyriek Igwe & Tyson DupontThea Hail vs Izzy DaneBrooks Jensen sits down with Ava to talk about his recent actionsNo Quarter Catch Crew “off” Damon Kemp Join our live NXT POST Shows every Tuesday night at YouTube.com/POSTWrestlingFollow more of Davie and Braden's work at Poisonrana.ca, with a weekly show covering everything in the world of wrestling, Shot in the Dark, and more!Check out POISONRANA on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/poisonrana/id1361208631Or on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jTsPUNnwHzQHNGj7GIS04This week on the Poisonrana Patreon: WCW The Last Nitro, plus we're celebrating Shark Week with a review of Sharktopus (2010)!Last week's shows included NXT Heatwave Review, Behind the BDE with Cno, Behind the BDE with Benno, plus wasNXT and more!Only $5 for “Friend” tier to access all these shows and everything in the back catalog! Movie reviews, PPV reviews and so much more!!! Patreon.com/PoisonranaCheck out all of Poisonrana's new merchandise over at www.chopped-tees.comPhoto Courtesy: WWEupNXT Theme by: Warren-D, PXCH and Shaheen AbdiSubscribe: https://www.postwrestling.com/subscribeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/702343790308154Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/PoisonranaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PoisonranaPodDiscuss: https://forum.postwrestling.com#wwe #wwenxt #nxt #NXTHeatwave #TNA #MITB #Heatwave #nxttuesday #postwrestling Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join us this week as Meena Mallipeddi welcome's guests Dr. Gretchen Nickell, CMO at East Liverpool City Hospital & Lorie Herrman, CNO at St Joseph Medical Center.What you'll get from this episode:Dr. Gretchen Nickell and Lorie Herrman discuss their career paths and roles in healthcare leadership.The importance of virtual care in rural and urban hospital settings.Challenges and solutions in providing specialty care in underserved areas.Future outlook on healthcare staffing and new models of care.Learn More About Our Guests:East Liverpool City Hospital Website https://elch.org/St Joseph Medical Center's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/saintjosephmedicalcenter/ Guest Lorie Herrman's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorie-herrman-msn-rn-nea-bc-8524606b/“AmplifyMD immediately connects medical facilities to a large network of physicians in all of the most essential specialties, including Neurology, Cardiology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology and Heme/Onc.” Their mission is access, by becoming the definitive specialty care platform that connects every medical facility to the specialty care they need to improve patient outcomes. - https://amplifymd.com/Follow The Seamless Connection: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-seamless-connection

*This episode contains a conversation regarding domestic violence/ intimate partner abuse. If you are currently experiencing abuse and would like to report it, please contact your local / command / FFSC Family Advocacy Program representative or law enforcement. In addition, please contact the Veteran Crisis Line (all links below).*   Damon is not around. He left Tisha and Damo on their own to hold down the fort. Damo details what he's been up to for the last few weeks. Tisha has deleted her social media and explains why. Rest well to Senior Airman Roger Fortson who was killed in his apartment by a Florida sheriff's deputy earlier this month. A bunch of news on advancement and selection board results were released. Let's talk about the Senior Enlisted Marketplace: One Year (or two) later. Tish and Damo discuss potential ideas for the CPO season as it will be affected by the Senior Enlisted Marketplace. Damo's shocked that people are still not getting “accepted” during CPO initiations. The CNO's CCS was secretly recording crashing out about diversity. Do Better: Dear Navy, Leave Southwest Airlines alone (Damo). The classmate who wants to be the instructor (Damo). People who put too much energy into getting their supervisors fired (Tisha).  What's the difference between a close proximity move and receiving BAH based on your dependents' location and how do they intersect? ELD numbers are low, we need to do something. The duo answers questions from listeners. Newsflash: Military servicemembers dance. Junior Sailors are in for a nice pay bump! A young Sailor asks for some advice after being caught stealing from a self-checkout machine. The USS Carney made her triumph return from an honorable deployment. Coming off of the video CNN released showing Sean “Diddy” Combs violently attacking Cassie, we want to plug the Family Advocacy Program and discuss domestic violence. Remember to follow the ‘Permission to Speak Freely' podcast on TikTok, Facebook, Discord, Instagram, and Twitter, and subscribe on YouTube.     Keep up with the ‘Permission to Speak Freely' podcast on our social media and YouTube - https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast     Links and more from this episode:   Rest Well Roger Fortson - https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/roger-fortson-air-force-honors-funeral-florida   Officer Promotions - https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/NAVADMIN/NAV2024/NAV24102.txt?ver=bOFySCLeIDSG4vgHhZfNAw%3d%3d   FY-25 SEM Results - https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/NAVADMIN/NAV2024/NAV24101.txt?ver=XIFBEv1D4i48SSKoEkYUvg%3d%3d   Welcome Home to the USS Carney - https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-navy/2024/05/13/the-uss-carney-salty-and-battle-tested-is-back-in-the-united-states/   Family Advocacy Program (MyNavyHR) - https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Support-Services/Culture-Resilience/Family-Advocacy/   Veteran Crisis Line - https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help-now/military-crisis-line/       Damo's Book of the Week: The Gatekeepers: How the White House Chiefs of Staff Define Every Presidency - https://www.chriswhipple.net/the_gatekeepers/       Additional Credits: PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0

Tune in to the latest episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, recorded live at our 14th Annual Meeting, where we delve into insightful discussions with industry experts. Join Robin Tice, CNO at Eastland Memorial Hospital, as they share invaluable insights on leadership, growth strategies, and navigating workforce challenges in healthcare. Gain actionable advice and best practices to elevate your organization's performance in today's dynamic landscape.

In this episode of the Art of Emergency Nursing Podcast, Kevin sits down with the incredible AnneMarie Papa, RN, DNP, CEN, NE-BC, FAEN, FAAN, a nurse leader who has made significant impacts both within and beyond the emergency department. AnneMarie shares her journey, starting from her early days as a nurse to becoming a Chief Nursing Officer and a pivotal figure in the Emergency Nurses Association. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in nursing leadership or aspiring to be a leader, as it offers lessons on navigating challenges, fostering trust, and supporting staff. AnneMarie's stories and advice are both inspirational and practical. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Art-of-Emergency-Nursing-276898616569046/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJTnz4phtCTjojTIDJo2afA?view_as=subscriber Twitter: @AoenPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofemergencynursing/ To support the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews greatly contribute to the success of the podcast, and I appreciate each and every one of them. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your preferred podcast platform to never miss an episode. Thank you for being a part of our AOEN community!

In this episode, Jen Jackson, VP of Operations & CNO at UC Health – West Chester shares key insights into her background & UC Health, the greatest improvements she is seeing as a nurse leader since the peak of the pandemic, her organization's unique solutions for rebuilding the nurse pipeline, and more.

Join us on the latest episode, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Dr. Michelle Stephens, Co-Founder & CNO at Oath Care.What you'll get out of this episode:Dr. Michelle Stevens shared her personal and professional journey, from early inspirations to co-founding Oath Care, a digital health app.Oath Care aimed to revolutionize pediatric care with a community-driven approach but faced challenges scaling its innovative service model.Key factors in the company's closure included difficulties in scaling and securing a solid customer base amidst a crowded digital health market.Dr. Stevens highlighted the importance of learning from failure, emphasizing the need for resilience and adaptability in startups.To learn more about Oath Care:Website: https://www.oathcare.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oathcare/Guest's Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-stephens-oath-care/Our sponsors for this episode are:Sage Growth Partners https://www.sage-growth.com/Quantum Health https://www.quantum-health.com/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of HealthcareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sliceofhealthcare/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/WHAT IS SLICE OF HEALTHCARE?The go-to site for digital health executive/provider interviews, technology updates, and industry news. Listed to in 65+ countries.

Dr. Joni Watson speaks with Sonna Harding, Chief Nursing Officer for HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital. With nearly 25 years of nursing leadership, Dr. Harding shares her journey from an ambitious high school student to a distinguished CNO, emphasizing the power of vulnerability, empathy, and storytelling in shaping patient experiences and healthcare culture. Through her personal stories, including a life-changing event involving her husband, Dr. Harding illustrates how narrative can bridge the gap between healthcare professionals and the communities they serve, ultimately fostering a culture of connection, understanding, and compassionate care. This episode is a testament to the transformative potential of leadership that combines strength with softness, and action with listening, offering invaluable lessons for healthcare professionals at all levels. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

This episode on physician errors is part of a series of conversations about physician wellness with Azara Singh, pediatric neurologist and Chair of Physician Wellness at the Charleston Area Medical Center in West Virginia. 

This episode on boundaries is part of a series of conversations with Azara Singh, pediatric neurologist and Chair of Physician Wellness at the Charleston Area Medical Center in West Virginia. 

In this episode of NPD Forecast, Launette Woolforde, EdD, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, FAAN, shares her leadership expertise and advice gained through her decades-long journey working as a nurse leader and educator. Listeners will learn about: Dr. Woolforde's early passion for new nurse orientees and preceptors and how this led to her becoming a nursing professional development practitioner; Her long involvement in ANPD, from being an affiliate president, serving in the Scope & Standards work group, helping with the Journal for Nursing Professional Development, and serving on the board; How she navigates her days, working collaboratively with executive leaders— to support 19,000 nurses; How NPDs can learn “CNO-ese” and “CFO-ease” for improved communication and demonstrating value; The trends Dr. Woolforde is seeing in the field, and how NPDs can support: from workforce development to preparing for a nursing shortage to recruitment/retention to virtual care nursing; Advice for scaling the executive ladder And so much more. Tune in to this episode — hosted by Stephanie Zidek, PhD, MSN, RN, ACGNS-BC, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, ANPD board member, and Naomi Fox, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CCRN, ANPD director of education — via the player on this page or wherever you get your podcasts.

In this week's episode, I am sharing a conversation I had with Dr. Farah Laurent, DNP, RN, CEO of International Nurse Coach LLC and author of the book, Nurses Making Money Moves. With a background as a former emergency nurse, educator, and professional development expert, Farah is a trailblazer in the nursing industry. As the proud founder of “Farah Laurent International Nurse Coach LLC,” she provides unparalleled career guidance that forces nurses to level up, transform their confidence and land their dream role. Farah is not just changing the nursing game – she's transforming the entire industry. Tune in to hear.. Why becoming a CNO wasn't for her What she did when she was told she didn't have the soft skills to be a Nurse Executive Why Nurses don't go after their dreams For more information about Dr. Laurent: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nursefarah/ Her Book: Nurses Making Money Moves Her website: https://www.nursefarah.com/ Interested in Koach Training? Sign up for the next cohort here. More information on our programs and courses at www.nurseslivingthegoodlife.com

No guests in this episode, so let the shenanigans ensue. Damo led his first FLDC and had an eye-opening experience. Damon is supporting local businesses. Tisha is telling men if they are men or not. Should Damo get OC sprayed for the culture? Damon reminisces all his OC horror stories. The trio revisits the idea of a 4-Day work week as the Bernie Sanders-led bill moves to Congress. Another topic is revisited as the TikTok ban is gaining steam. The CNO just unveiled ‘Culture of Excellence 2.0,' what's it all about? Sailors will soon have 24/7 access to Navy fitness centers throughout the world. As good as this is, let's be responsible. Damon pulled up with facts about the Navy's retention numbers. A ‘Women's Initiative Team' has been introduced. A Master Chief onboard the USS George Washington gets exposed with multiple accusations. What American Institutions do Americans trust? Damo has a message for people who defend sexual assault. Do you think the MCPON has hands? Tish compares TikTok sensation Reesa Teesa to military members who rush to get married for BAH. Should people get the day off before the advancement exam? Do Better: Damo - Laundry room etiquette in the barracks. Damon - GMTs, period. Damon asks a question about women in special operations. Damon returns to the ‘Book of the Week' segment and reviews a familiar book. These and more topics are covered in this episode of the ‘Permission to Speak Freely' podcast. Remember to follow the ‘Permission to Speak Freely' podcast on TikTok, Facebook, Discord, Instagram, and Twitter, and subscribe on YouTube.     Keep up with the ‘Permission to Speak Freely' podcast on our social media and YouTube - https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast     Links and more from this episode:   Update on 4-Day Work Week: https://abcnews.go.com/amp/Business/bernie-sanders-proposed-32-hour-workweek-pass-congress/story?id=108152411   Update on Tik Tok Ban: https://www.npr.org/2024/03/14/1238435508/tiktok-ban-bill-congress-china   Culture of Excellence 2.0: https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/NAVADMIN/NAV2024/NAV24051.txt?ver=aYWH8mhDa9OIM-O_NY5Y1A%3d%3d   COE 2.0 Fact Sheet: https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/NAVADMIN/FACT_SHEETS/Fact_Sheet_NAV_051_24.pdf?ver=EF_FmmJRGcnQHRvDlJgu7A%3d%3d   COE 2.0 Playbook: https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Support/Culture%20Resilience/COE/Culture_of_Excellence2_playbook.pdf?ver=s0FpL66RJpXUjjS20flM1w%3d%3d   Navy to keep base gyms open 24/7: https://www.navy.mil/Press-Office/Press-Releases/display-pressreleases/Article/3702096/navy-base-mwr-fitness-facilities-to-offer-24-7-access/   Navy hit retention goals: https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-navy/2023/02/03/navy-surpasses-fy22-retention-goals-amid-recruitment-challenges/   Women's Initiative Team: https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/NAVADMIN/NAV2024/NAV24037.txt?ver=Ebh0yPTRIJ9cn2EnuHb7vw%3d%3d   MMCM Don Paredes Accusations: https://www.instagram.com/janae_perfectlyflawed/reel/C4TiRjrR59J/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/navy/comments/1bapvdh/really_love_the_navy/   Gallup Confidence List: https://news.gallup.com/poll/1597/confidence-institutions.aspx     Books of the Week:   Front Burner (Kirk Lippold) - https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/kirk-lippold/front-burner/9781610391252/?lens=publicaffairs   The Energy Bus (Jon Gordon) - https://www.theenergybus.com/   The Coffee Bean (Jon Gordon) - https://jongordon.com/book/the-coffee-bean/     Additional Credits: PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Co-Owner and CNO of Camp Negotiation Systems, Todd Camp.Todd Camp has revolutionized the approach to this crucial aspect of business. His system assists negotiators, from startup co-founders to CEOs, in preparing, executing, and debriefing negotiations and business relationships. According to Todd, negotiation is not just about making deals; it's about making decisions.When asked whether negotiation is more of an art or a science, Todd leans towards science, citing the role of emotion in decision-making as proven by neuroscience. However, he acknowledges that the way individuals communicate—their mannerisms, speech pace, body language, and choice of words—is where the artistry comes into play.Todd challenges the notion that negotiations with entities like the government are devoid of emotion. He argues that even in such scenarios, individuals are driven by emotional factors, such as how they are rewarded or graded for their performance.For service providers, Todd emphasizes the importance of understanding that decisions are made in the client's world, not ours. He advises spending time early in relationships to truly understand the client's challenges and how you can provide solutions that benefit them.Todd recommends asking open-ended questions that start with "what" and "how" to encourage clients to articulate their needs and vision. This approach helps uncover the true value you can provide, rather than pitching features and benefits prematurely.Key Points from the Episode:Overview of the work done by Camp Negotiation SystemsThe role of emotion in decision-making and negotiationThe importance of understanding the other party's perspectiveThe art and science of negotiationNegotiation in government contracts and procurementThe mindset and approach in sales conversationsThe value of asking good, open-ended questionsOvercoming discomfort in asking probing questionsThe work and approach of Camp Negotiation Systems todayAbout Todd Camp:Todd Camp is the influential owner and chief negotiation officer of Camp Systems, a Silicon Valley-based company widely recognized by major media outlets such as CNN, CNBC, The Wall Street Journal, Fortune, Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Inc. In addition to his role at Camp Systems, Todd is the co-founder and partner of The Pareto Group, a renowned negotiation coaching firm catering to co-founders and executives in Silicon Valley and NYC-based venture-backed startups. Co-author of the book "No, The Only System of Negotiation You Need For Work and Home," Todd has conducted live coaching sessions across the United States, Canada, South America, Europe, and Asia. Notably, he recently contributed as a speaker and sponsor at the Negotiation Leadership Conference at Harvard University, organized by the Harvard Alumni Association.About Camp Negotiation Systems:Camp Negotiation Systems distinguishes itself by eliminating unnecessary compromise, aiming for more profitable agreements that bolster the bottom line and foster enduring business relationships. The system is designed to work confidentially with clients and their teams on real business deals. This strategic process enhances effectiveness in preparing for, executing, and managing critical conversations from inception to conclusion. By prioritizing tangible results and long-term partnerships, the Camp System of Negotiation stands out in its commitment to delivering financial gains and cultivating...

In this episode, Jamey interviews Dr. Janice Walker, the CNO at Baylor Scott and White Health, where they delve into the transformative power of compassionate connection and innovation in healthcare settings. They explore how the industry is being reimagined and transformed by leadership approaches, technology advancements, and human experiences. They uncover strategies to prevent and mitigate workplace violence to enforce a culture of respect and ensure the well-being and security of individuals everywhere.For more engaging episodes and insightful discussions visit: https://www.amnhealthcare.com/amn-insights/elevate-care-podcast/------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS(00:17) Introduction(05:17) Prioritizing a Candidate Centric Experience(14:09) Workplace Violence in Healthcare Settings(19:47) Beneficial Support Structures(25:00) Improving Healthcare Environments(27:40) Leveraging Technology to Predict and Prevent Threats(34:00) Compassionate Connection(35:24) Janice's Challenge------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT THE GUESTJanice Walker is chief nursing officer (CNO) at Baylor Scott & White Health, the largest not-for-profit health system in Texas. The system's integrated delivery network includes Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance and its leading digital health platform, MyBSWHealth. Through 51 hospitals and more than 1,200 access points, including flagship academic medical centers in Dallas, Fort Worth and Temple, the system offers the full continuum of care, from primary to award-winning specialty care, as well as an array of virtual and in-home services.As CNO, Walker focuses on pursuing excellence in every aspect of patient care through the advancement and integration of professional nursing practices.Prior to her current role, Walker served in System nursing leadership at the hospital and division level and as chief operating officer at Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth. Previously, she was vice president/CNO at Texas Health Presbyterian - Wilson N. Jones (Sherman, Texas) and Freeman Neosho Hospital (Neosho, Missouri).A Johnson & Johnson Wharton Fellow, Walker received her bachelor's degree in nursing from Henderson State University, and both a master's of business administration degree in healthcare management and a doctorate in healthcare administration from the University of Phoenix. FIND US ONWebsite – https://www.amnhealthcare.com/amn-insights/elevate-care-podcast/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@ElevateCarePodcastSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5R2oWLZXYfjtPGW7o5KpuoApple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elevate-care/id1710406359Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/amnhealthcare/LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/amn-healthcare/X – https://twitter.com/amnhealthcare/Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/amnhealthcare/ Powered by AMN Healthcare

In this podcast episode, we unpack the dynamic world of leadership and the importance of cultivating self-awareness and more with our special guest, Diane Hanson. Diane Hanson is the CNO for the EBSCO Clinical Decisions, Editor-in-Chief of EBSCO Nursing and Health Professions Products, and she has served as president of the ANIA Great Lakes Chapter for Nursing Informatics. We're fortunate to be able to leverage on her 35 years of rich experience in the healthcare industry in executive leadership roles at various companies. From her lessons gained from her own experiences to her intentional strategies to develop strong leaders on teams and impact health professions, this episode is filled with valuable insights for both seasoned and emerging leaders. Join us as we discuss with Diane the essence of leadership and how it can leave a lasting impact on future generations. Stay tuned and listen to our inaugural TRU Leader Podcast! For full show notes and links, visit:  https://www.missinglogic.com/new-podcast If you found value in this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/missinglogic-llc  https://www.facebook.com/missinglogicLLC  https://twitter.com/MissingLogicLLC https://www.instagram.com/missinglogic_llc/

Patty Donley, President at WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital joins the podcast to discuss her background & life-long history with Good Samaritan, her transition from CNO to president, the challenges that define 2023, and more.

Braden Herrington is joined by John Siino to review WWE NXT No Mercy 2023 from Bakersfield, California! Braden and Cno review the whole show, which included:Becky Lynch vs Tiffany Stratton (Extreme Rules match for the NXT Women's championship)Carmelo Hayes vs Ilja Dragunov (NXT World Championship)Dominik Mysterio vs Trick Williams w/ Dragon Lee as special ref (NXT NA title)Butch vs Noam Dar (British Rounds for Heritage Cup)Bron Breakker vs Baron Corbin Tony D'Angelo & Stacks vs Creed Brothers vs OTM vs Carrillo & Garza (NXT Tag Titles)Join our live NXT POST Shows every Tuesday night at YouTube.com/POSTWrestlingFollow more of Davie and Braden's work at Poisonrana.ca, with a weekly show covering everything in the world of wrestling, Shot in the Dark, and more!Tuesdays: upNXT - WWE NXT POST ShowsLast Thursday: Best Match Ever - Bray Wyatt (LIVE at 2PM ET on YouTube.com/@PoisonranaPod and the Poisonrana Podcast Feed)Thursdays: Shot in the Dark w/ John Siino (Poisonrana Podcast Feed)Last Friday: Wattup Doe? w/ B Detroit & John Siino (Poisonrana Podcast Feed)Last Friday: Reviews From The 6ix - No Mercy 1999 (Poisonrana Patreon)Sunday: POISONRANA LIVE - Weekly Review Show (Poisonrana Podcast Feed)Last week's shows included Escape From New York (1981), Best Match Ever - Terry Funk…and more!Only $5 for “Friend” tier to access all these shows and everything in the back catalogue! Movie reviews, PPV reviews and so much more!!! Patreon.com/PoisonranaPhoto Courtesy: WWEupNXT Theme by: Warren-D, PXCH and Shaheen AbdiSubscribe: https://www.postwrestling.com/subscribeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/702343790308154Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/PoisonranaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PoisonranaPodT-Shirts: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/upnxtDiscuss: https://forum.postwrestling.comOur Sponsors:* Check out TickPick: https://www.tickpick.com/* Check out eBay: https://www.ebay.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Taiwan's status in the world has never been clear and neither has the United States' position on the issue. In this Congressional Dish, via footage from the C-SPAN archive dating back into the 1960s, we examine the history of Taiwan since World War II in order to see the dramatic shift in Taiwan policy that is happening in Congress - and in law - right now. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via PayPal Support Congressional Dish via Patreon (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or Donation@congressionaldish.com Use your bank's online bill pay function to mail contributions to: 5753 Hwy 85 North, Number 4576, Crestview, FL 32536. Please make checks payable to Congressional Dish Thank you for supporting truly independent media! View the show notes on our website at https://congressionaldish.com/cd272-what-is-taiwan Background Sources Recommended Congressional Dish Episodes CD259: CHIPS: A State Subsidization of Industry CD187: Combating China Taiwan History and Background “In Focus: Taiwan: Political and Security Issues” [IF10275]. Susan V. Lawrence and Caitlin Campbell. Updated Mar 31, 2023. Congressional Research Service. “Taiwan taps on United Nations' door, 50 years after departure.” Erin Hale. Oct 25, 2021. Aljazeera. “China must 'face reality' of Taiwan's independence: Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen.” Stacy Chen. Jan 16, 2020. ABC News. “Taiwan weighs options after diplomatic allies switch allegiance.” Randy Mulyanto. Sep 26, 2019. Aljazeera. U.S.-Taiwan Relationship Past “The Taiwan Relations Act” [Pub. L. 96–8, § 2, Apr. 10, 1979, 93 Stat. 14.] “22 U.S. Code § 3301 - Congressional findings and declaration of policy.” Cornell Law School Legal Information Institute. Current “China moves warships after US hosts Taiwan's Tsai.” Rupert Wingfield-Hayes. Apr 6, 2023. BBC News. “Speaker Pelosi's Taiwan Visit: Implications for the Indo-Pacific.” Jude Blanchette et al. Aug 15, 2022. Center for Strategic and International Studies. "Pelosi in Taiwan: Signal or historic mistake?” Aug 4, 2022. DW News. “China threatens 'targeted military operations' as Pelosi arrives in Taiwan.” News Wires. Feb 8, 2022. France 24. “Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan would be 'ill-conceived' and 'reckless.'” Dheepthika Laurent. Feb 8, 2022. France 24. Presidential Drawdown Authority “Use of Presidential Drawdown Authority for Military Assistance for Ukraine.” Apr 19, 2023. U.S. Department of State Bureau of Political-Military Affairs. U.S. China Relationship “America, China and a Crisis of Trust.” Thomas L. Friedman. Apr 14, 2023. The New York Times. Laws H.R.7776: James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 Full Text Outline of Taiwan Provisions TITLE X - GENERAL PROVISIONS Subtitle G - Other Matters Sec. 1088: National Tabletop Exercise By the end of 2023, the Secretary of Defense is to assess the viability of our domestic critical infrastructure to identify chokepoints and the ability of our armed forces to respond to a contingency involving Taiwan, including our armed forces' ability to respond to attacks on our infrastructure. TITLE XII - MATTERS RELATING TO FOREIGN NATIONS Subtitle E - Matters Relating to the Indo-Pacific Region Sec. 1263: Statement of Policy on Taiwan “It shall be the policy of the United States to maintain the capacity of the United States to resist a fait accompli that would jeopardize the security of thepeople of Taiwan.” Fait accompli is defined as, “the resort to force by the People's Republic of China to invade and seize control of Taiwan before the United States can respond effectively.” Sec. 1264: Sense of Congress on Joint Exercises with Taiwan Congress wants the Commander of the United States Indo-Pacific Command to carry out joint military exercises with Taiwan in “multiple warfare domains” and practice using “secure communications between the forces of the United States, Taiwan, and other foreign partners” Taiwan should be invited to participate in the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise in 2024. RIMPAC is a multinational maritime exercise, now the world's largest, that has happened 28 times since 1971. The last one took place in and around Hawaii and Southern California in the summer of 2022. 26 countries, including the US, participated. TITLE LV - FOREIGN AFFAIRS MATTERS Subtitle A - Taiwan Enhanced Resilience Act PART 1 - IMPLEMENTATION OF AN ENHANCED DEFENSE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES AND TAIWAN Sec. 5502: Modernizing Taiwan's Security Capabilities to Deter and, if necessary, Defeat Aggression by the People's Republic of China Grants: Expands the purpose of the State Department's Foreign Military Financing Program to “provide assistance including equipment, training, and other support, to build the civilian and defensive military capabilities of Taiwan” Authorizes the State Department to spend up to $100 million per year for 10 years to maintain a stockpile of munitions and other weapons (authorized by Sec. 5503). Any amounts that are not obligated and used in one year can be carried over into the next year (which essentially makes this a $1 billion authorization that expires in 2032). The stockpile money is only authorized if the State Department certifies every year that Taiwan has increased its defense spending (requirement is easily waived by the Secretary of State). Authorizes $2 billion per year for the Foreign Military Financing grants each year for the next 5 years (total $10 billion in grants). The money is expressly allowed to be used to purchase weapons and “defense services” that are “not sold by the United States Government” (= sold by the private sector). No more than 15% of the weapons for Taiwan purchased via the Foreign Military Financing Program can be purchased from within Taiwan Loans: Also authorizes the Secretary of State to directly loan Taiwan up to $2 billion. The loans must be paid back within 12 years and must include interest. The Secretary of State is also authorized to guarantee commercial loans up to$2 billion each (which can not be used to pay off other debts). Loans guaranteed by the US must be paid back in 12 years. Sec. 5504: International Military Education and Training Cooperation with Taiwan Requires the Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense to create a military training program with Taiwan by authorizing the Secretary of State to train Taiwan through the International Military Education and Training Program. The purposes of the training include enhancements of interoperability between the US and Taiwan and the training of “future leaders of Taiwan”. The training itself can include “full scale military exercises” and “an enduring rotational United States military presence” Sec. 5505: Additional Authorities to Support Taiwan Authorizes the President to drawdown weapons from the stocks of the Defense Department, use Defense Department services, and provide military education and training to Taiwan, the value of which will be capped at $1 billion per year The President is also given the “emergency authority” to transfer weapons and services in “immediate assistance” to Taiwan specifically valued at up to $25 million per fiscal year. Sec. 5512: Sense of Congress on Taiwan Defense Relations “The Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances provided by the United States to Taiwan in July 1982 are the foundation for United States-Taiwan relations.” “The increasingly coercive and aggressive behavior of the People's Republic of China toward Taiwan is contrary to the expectation of the peaceful resolution of the future of Taiwan” “As set forth in the Taiwan Relations Act, the capacity to resist any resort to force or other forms of coercion that would jeopardize the security, or the social or economic system, of the people on Taiwan should be maintained.” The US should continue to support Taiwanese defense forces by “supporting acquisition by Taiwan of defense articles and services through foreign military sales, direct commercial sales, and industrial cooperation, with an emphasis on capabilities that support an asymmetric strategy.” Support should also include “Exchanges between defense officials and officers of the US and Taiwan at the strategic, policy, and functional levels, consistent with the Taiwan Travel Act.” PART 3 - INCLUSION OF TAIWAN IN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Sec. 5516: Findings “Since 2016, the Gambia, Sao Tome and Principe, Panama, the Dominican Republic, Burkina Faso, El Salvador, the Solomon Islands, and Kiribati, have severed diplomatic relations with Taiwan in favor of diplomatic relations with China” “Taiwan was invited to participate in the World Health Assembly, the decision making body of the World Health Organization, as an observer annually between 2009 and 2016. Since the 2016 election of President Tsai, the PRC has increasingly resisted Taiwan's participation in the WHA. Taiwan was not invited to attend the WHA in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, or 2021.” “United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 does not address the issue of representation of Taiwan and its people at the United Nations, nor does it give the PRC the right to represent the people of Taiwan.” Sec. 5518: Strategy to Support Taiwan's Meaningful Participation in International Organizations By the end of Summer 2023, the Secretary of State must create a classified strategy for getting Taiwan included in 20 international organizations. The strategy will be a response to “growing pressure from the PRC on foreign governments, international organizations, commercial actors, and civil society organizations to comply with its ‘One-China Principle' with respect to Taiwan.” PART 4 - MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS Sec. 5525: Sense of Congress on Expanding United States Economic Relations with Taiwan “Taiwan is now the United States 10th largest goods trading partner, 13th largest export market, 13th largest source of imports, and a key destination for United States agricultural exports.” Audio Sources Evaluating U.S.-China Policy in the Era of Strategic Competition February 9, 2023 Senate Foreign Relations Committee Witnesses: Wendy Sherman, Deputy Secretary of State, U.S. Department of State Ely Ratner, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs, U.S. Department of Defense Clips 17:40 Wendy Sherman: We remain committed to our long standing One China Policy and oppose any unilateral changes to the cross-strait status quo. Our policy has not changed. What has changed is Beijing's growing coercion. So we will keep assisting Taiwan in maintaining a sufficient self-defense capability. 41:30 Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL): I want to get a little broader because I think it's important to understand sort of the strategic vision behind our tactics on everything that we do. So if we go back to the late 80s, early 90s, end of the Cold War, and the gamble at the time was, if we created this international economic order, led by the US and the West, built on this global commitment to free trade, that this notion of that this trade and commerce would bind nations together via trade, via commerce and international interest and economic interest, that it would lead to more wealth and prosperity, that it would lead to democracy and freedom, basically domestic changes in many countries, and that it would ultimately ensure peace. The famous saying now seems silly, that no two countries with McDonald's have ever gone to war. That's obviously no longer the case. But the point being is that was the notion behind it. It was what the then Director General of the WTO called a "world without walls," rules-based international order. Others call it globalization. And basically, our foreign policy has been built around that, even though it's an economic theory it basically, is what we have built our foreign policy on. I think it's now fair to say that we admitted China to the World Trade Organization, Russia as well, I think it's now fair to say that while wealth certainly increased, particularly in China through its export driven economy, massive, historic, unprecedented amount of economic growth in that regard, I don't think we can say either China or Russia are more democratic. In fact, they're more autocratic. I don't think we can say that they're more peaceful. Russia has invaded Ukraine now twice, and the Chinese are conducting live fire drills off the coast of Taiwan. So I think it's fair to say that gamble failed. And we have now to enter -- and I think the President actually hinted at some of that in his speech the other night -- we're now entering a new era. What is that new era? What is our vision now for that world, in which not just the global international order and World Without Walls did not pacify or buy nations, but in fact, have now placed us into situations where autocracies, through a joint communique, are openly signaling that we need to reject Western visions of democracy and the like. So, before we can talk about what we're going to do, we have to understand what our strategic vision is. What is the strategic vision of this administration on what the new order of the world is? The Future of War: Is the Pentagon Prepared to Deter and Defeat America's Adversaries? February 7, 2023 House Armed Services Committee, Subcommittee on Cyber, Information Technologies, and Innovation Watch on YouTube Witnesses: Chris Brose, Author Rear Admiral Upper Half Mark Montgomery (Ret.), Senior Director, Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation, Foundation for Defense of Democracies Peter Singer, Strategist at New America and Managing Partner of Useful Fiction LLC Clips 1:16:30 Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery: We don't have weapons stowed in Taiwan. In the last National Defense Authorization Act you authorized up to $300 million a year to be appropriated for Taiwan-specific munitions. The appropriators, which happened about seven days later, appropriated $0. In fact, almost all of the Taiwan Enhanced Resilience Act, which you all pushed through the NDAA, ended up not being appropriated in the Consolidated Appropriations Act that passed eight days later. 30:10 Chris Brose: Nothing you do in this Congress will make larger numbers of traditional ships, aircraft and other platforms materialized over the next several years. It is possible, however, to generate an arsenal of alternative military capabilities that could be delivered to U.S. forces in large enough quantities within the next few years to make a decisive difference. Those decisions could all be taken by this Congress. The goal would be to rapidly field what I have referred to as a "moneyball military," one that is achievable, affordable and capable of winning. Such a military would be composed not of small quantities of large, exquisite, expensive things, but rather by large quantities of smaller, lower cost, more autonomous consumable things, and most importantly, the digital means of integrating them. These kinds of alternative capabilities exist now, or could be rapidly matured and fielded in massive quantities within the window of maximum danger. You could set this in motion in the next two years. The goal would be more about defense than offense, more about countering power projection than projecting power ourselves. It would be to demonstrate that the United States, together with our allies and partners, could do to a Chinese invasion or a Chinese offensive what the Ukrainians, with our support, have thus far been able to do to their Russian invaders: degrade and deny the ability of a great power to accomplish its objectives through violence, and in so doing to prevent that future war from ever happening. After all, this is all about deterrence. All of this is possible. We have sufficient money, technology, authorities, and we still have enough time. If we are serious, if we make better decisions now, we can push this looming period of vulnerability further into the future. The Pressing Threat of the Chinese Communist Party to U.S. National Defense February 7, 2023 House Armed Services Committee Watch on YouTube Witnesses: Admiral Harry B. Harris Jr., USN (Ret.), Former Commander, U.S. Pacific Command Dr. Melanie W. Sisson, Foreign Policy Fellow, Strobe Talbott Center for Security, Strategy, and Technology Clips 28:15 Rep. Mike Rogers (R-AL): China is the most challenging national security threat America has faced in 30 years. If we fail to acknowledge that and take immediate action to deter it, the next 30 years could be devastating for our nation. Under President Xi, the Chinese Communist Party has nearly tripled its defense spending in the last decade alone. The PLA has gone from an obsolete force barely capable of defending its borders to a modern fighting force capable of winning regional conflicts. The CCP now controls the largest army and navy in the world, with a goal of having them fully integrated and modernized by 2027. The CCP is rapidly expanding its nuclear capability; they have doubled their number of warheads in two years. We estimated it would take them a decade to do that. We also were just informed by the DOD [that] the CCP now has more ICBM launchers than the United States. The CCP is starting to outpace us on new battlefields as well. They have leapfrogged us on hypersonic technology, they are fielding what we are still developing. They are making advances in AI and quantum computing that we struggle to keep pace with. Finally, their rapid advances in space were one of the primary motivations for us establishing a Space Force. The CCP is not building these new and advanced military capabilities for self defense. In recent years, the CCP has used its military to push out its borders, to threaten our allies in the region, and to gain footholds on new continents. In violation of international law, the CCP has built new and commandeered existing islands in the South China Sea, where it has deployed stealth fighters, bombers and missiles. It continues to intimidate and coerce Taiwan, most recently by surrounding the island with naval forces and launching endless fighter sorties across its centerline. In recent years, the CCP has also established a space tracking facility in South America to monitor U.S, satellites, as well as an overseas naval base miles from our own on the strategically vital Horn of Africa. These are just a few destabilizing actions taken by the CCP. They speak nothing of the CCPs Belt and Road debt trap diplomacy, it's illegal harvesting of personal data and intellectual property, it's ongoing human rights abuses, and its advanced espionage efforts, the latter of which came into full focus for all Americans last week when the Biden administration allowed a CCP spy balloon to traverse some of our nation's most sensitive military sites. Make no mistake, that balloon was intentionally lost as a calculated show of force. 44:15 Dr. Melanie W. Sisson: Since 1979, the United States has adopted a constellation of official positions, together known as the One China policy, that allow us to acknowledge but not to accept China's perspective that there is one China and that Taiwan is part of China. Under the One China policy, the United States has developed robust unofficial relations with the government and people of Taiwan consistent with our interest in preserving peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. US policy is guided by an interest in ensuring cross-strait disputes are resolved peacefully and in a manner that reflects the will of Taiwan's people. This has required the United States to deter Taiwan from declaring independence, and also to deter the CCP from attempting unification by force. The 40 year success of the strategy of dual deterrence rests upon the unwillingness of the United States to provide either an unconditional commitment to Taipei that it will come to its defense militarily, or an unconditional commitment to Beijing that we will not. The U.S. national security interest in the status of Taiwan remains that the CCP and the people of Taiwan resolve the island's political status peacefully. Dual deterrence therefore remains U.S. strategy, reinforced by U.S. declaratory policy which is to oppose unilateral changes to the status quo by either side. 45:28 Dr. Melanie W. Sisson: The modernization of the PLA has changed the regional military balance and significantly enough that the United States no longer can be confident that we would decisively defeat every type of PLA use of force in the Taiwan Strait. This fact, however, does not necessitate that the US abandon the strategy of dual deterrence and it doesn't mean that the United States should seek to reconstitute its prior degree of dominance. Posturing the U.S. military to convince the CCP that the PLA could not succeed in any and every contingency over Taiwan is infeasible in the near term and likely beyond. The PLA is advances are considerable and ongoing, geography works in its favor, and history demonstrates that it's far easier to arrive at an overconfident assessment of relative capability than it is to arrive at an accurate one. Attempting to demonstrate superiority for all contingencies would require a commitment of forces that would inhibit the United States from behaving like the global power that it is with global interests to which its military must also attend. This posture, moreover, is not necessary for dual deterrence to extend its 40 year record of success. We can instead encourage the government of Taiwan to adopt a defense concept that forces the PLA into sub-optimal strategies and increases the battle damage Beijing would have to anticipate and accept. 46:45 Dr. Melanie W. Sisson: U.S. military superiority in the Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean allows us to threaten the maritime shipping upon which China depends for access to energy, global markets, and supply chains. The inevitable damage a use of force would cause to the global economy and the imposition of sanctions and restricted access to critical inputs needed to sustain China's economic development and the quality of life of its people, moreover, would certainly compound China's losses. 1:04:50 Adm. Harry B. Harris: We're going to share the crown jewel of America's military technology, the nuclear submarine and the nuclear reactors, with another country and that's Australia. We have not done that with any other country, except for the UK, back in the late 50s, and into the 60s. So here we have the two countries with with that capability, the United States and the UK, and we're going to share that with Australia. It's significant. But it's only going to going to be significant over the long term if we follow through. So it's a decade long process. You know, some people the CNO, Chief of Naval Operations, has said it could be 30 years before we see an Australian nuclear submarine underway in the Indian Ocean. I said that if we put our hearts and minds to it, and our resources to it, and by ours, I mean the United States', the UK's and Australia's, we can do this faster than that. I mean we put a man on the moon and eight years, and we developed a COVID vaccine in one year. We can do this, but we're going to have to put our shoulders to the task for Australia, which has a tremendous military. For them to have the long reach of a nuclear submarine force would be dramatic. It would help us dramatically. It would change the balance of power in the Indian Ocean, and it will make Australia a Bluewater navy. They are our key ally in that part of the world and I'm all for it. 1:32:05 Adm. Harry B. Harris: I think this issue of strategic clarity versus strategic ambiguity is critical, and we have been well served, I'll be the first to say that, by the policy of strategic ambiguity with Taiwan over the past 44 years, but I think the time for ambiguity is over. I think we have to be as clear about our intent with regard to what would happen if the PRC invades Taiwan as the PRC is clear in its intent that it's ultimately going to seize Taiwan if need. 1:41:25 Adm. Harry B. Harris: I used to talk about during the Cold War with the Soviet Union, almost every branch of the U.S. government understood that the Soviet Union was the threat. You know, I used to joke even a park ranger, Smokey Bear, would tell you that the Soviets were the bad guys. We didn't have that comprehensive unified view of the PRC. You know, State Department looked at as in negotiation, DOD look at it as a military operation, Commerce looked at it as a trading partner, and Treasury looked at it as a lender. So we didn't have this unified view across the government. But I think now we are getting to that unified view and I think the Congress has done a lot to get us in that position. 1:49:45 Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL): We have the capability to block the transmission of information from the balloon back to China, don't we? Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr.: We do. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL): And in this type of an environment do you think it's probably likely that we did that? Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr.: I would only guess, but I think General van Herk said that -- Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL): Well you can't see any reason why we wouldn't do that, right? U.S.-Taiwan Relations March 14, 2014 House Foreign Affairs Committee Witnesses: Kin Moy, [Former] Deputy Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, U.S. Department of State Clips 7:20 [Former] Rep. Eliot Engel (D-NY): Taiwan is a flourishing multiparty democracy of over 20 million people with a vibrant free market economy. It is a leading trade partner of the United States alongside much bigger countries like Brazil and India. Over the past 60 years, the U.S.-Taiwan relationship has undergone dramatic changes, but Taiwan's development into a robust and lively democracy underpins the strong U.S.-Taiwan friendship we enjoy today. 14:00 Rep. Brad Sherman (D-CA): I think that it's important that we provide Taiwan the tools to defend itself, but Taiwan needs to act as well. Taiwan spends less than $11 billion on its defense, less than 1/5 per capita what we in America do, and God blessed us with the Pacific Ocean separating us from China. Taiwan has only the Taiwan Strait. On a percentage of GDP basis, Taiwan spends roughly half what we do. So we should be willing to sell them the tools and they should be willing to spend the money to buy those tools. 1:11:50 Rep. Randy Weber (R-TX): I think Chris Smith raised the issue of a One China policy. Does it not bother you that that exists, that there are statements that people have made, high level officials, that said they they agreed on one China policy? Does the administration not view that as a problem? Kin Moy: Our one China policy is one that has existed for several decades now. Rep. Randy Weber (R-TX): Okay. Well, I take that as a no, but let me follow up with what Jerry Connolly said. So you haven't sold submarines yet, you don't take Beijing into account. People around the world watch us. Words and actions have consequences. Would you agree that y'all would be okay with a one Russia policy when it comes to Crimea and the Ukraine? Is that akin to the same kind of ideology? Kin Moy: Well, I can't speak to those issues. But again, we are obligated to provide those defense materials and services to Taiwan and we have been through several administrations, I think very vigilant in terms of providing that. U.S.-China Relations May 15, 2008 Senate Foreign Relations Committee Witnesses: Richard N. Haass, President, Council on Foreign Relations Harry Harding, Professor of International Affairs, George Washington University, 1995-2009 Clips 1:46:42 Richard N. Haass: The bottom line is China is not yet a military competitor, much less a military peer. Interestingly, I think Chinese leaders understand this. And they understand just how much their country requires decades of external stability so that they can continue to focus their energies and their attention on economic growth and political evolution. China is an emerging country, but in no way is it a revolutionary threat to world order as we know it. 1:47:20 Richard N. Haass: We alone cannot bring about a successful us Chinese relationship. What the Chinese do and say will count just as much. They will need to begin to exercise restraint and patience on Taiwan. There can be no shortcuts, no use of force. We, at the same time, must meet our obligations to assist Taiwan with its defense. We can also help by discouraging statements and actions by Taiwan's leaders that would be viewed as provocative or worse. 2:03:47 Harry Harding: Now with the support and encouragement of the United States, China has now become a member of virtually all the international regimes for which it is qualified. And therefore the process of integration is basically over, not entirely, but it's largely completed. And so the issue, as Bob Zoellick rightly suggested, is no longer securing China's membership, but encouraging it to be something more, what he called a "responsible stakeholder." So this means not only honoring the rules and norms of the system, but also enforcing them when others violate them, and assisting those who wish to join the system but who lack the capacity to do so. It means, in other words, not simply passive membership, but active participation. It means accepting the burdens and responsibilities of being a major power with a stake in international peace and stability, rather than simply being a free rider on the efforts of others. Now, China's reacted to the concept of responsible stakeholding with some ambivalence. On the one hand, it appreciates that the United States is thereby seeking a positive relationship with China. It suggests that we can accept and even welcome the rise of Chinese power and Beijing's growing role in the world. It certainly is seen by the Chinese as preferable to the Bush administration's earlier idea that China would be a strategic competitor of the United States, as was expressed during the campaign of 2000 and in the early months of 2001. However, Beijing also perceives, largely correctly, that America's more accommodative posture as expressed in this concept is conditional. China will be expected to honor international norms and respect international organizations that it did not create and it may sometimes question. And even more worrying from Beijing's perspective is the prospect that it's the United States that is reserving the right to be the judge as to whether Chinese behavior on particular issues is sufficiently responsible or not. Taiwanese Security August 4, 1999 Senate Foreign Relations Committee Witnesses: David “Mike” M. Lampton, Founding Director, Chinese Studies Program, Nixon Center Stanley Roth, Assistant Secretary, East Asian and Pacific Affairs, U.S. Department of State Caspar W. Weinberger, Former Secretary, Department of Defense James Woolsey, Former Director, CIA Clips 9:00 Sen. Joe Biden (D-DE): Taiwan security, in my view, flows from its democratic form of government's growing economic, cultural and political contacts with the mainland and, ultimately, the United States' abiding commitment to a peaceful resolution of the Taiwan question. In my opinion, we should concentrate on strengthening those areas rather than spend time pre-authorizing the sales of weapon systems, some of which don't even exist yet. 20:10 Stanley Roth: There are three pillars of the [Clinton] administration's policy. First, the administration's commitment to a One China policy is unchanged. Regardless of the position of the parties, we have not changed our policy. The President has said that both publicly and privately. Second, we believe that the best means to resolve these issues is by direct dialogue between the parties themselves. We have taken every opportunity, including on my own trip to Beijing last week with Ken Lieberthal from the NSC, to urge the PRC to continue this dialogue. It strikes us that it's precisely when times are difficult that you need to dialogue, and to cancel it because of disagreements would be a mistake. China has not yet indicated whether or not these talks will continue in the Fall, as had been previously anticipated, but they put out a lot of hints suggesting that it wouldn't take place, and we are urging them to continue with this dialogue. Third point that is integral to our position. We have stressed again, at every opportunity, the importance of a peaceful resolution of this issue and the President has made that absolutely clear, as did Secretary Albright in her meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Tong in Singapore last week, as did Ken Leiberthal and I in our meetings in Beijing. But China can have no doubts about what the United States' position is, with respect to peaceful resolution of this issue. 1:29:15 Caspar Weinberger: So I don't think that we should be hampered by or felt that we are in any way bound by what is said by the communique, nor should we accept the argument that the communique sets the policy of the United States. 1:32:50 Caspar Weinberger: There are two separate states now, with a state-to-state relationship, and that the unification which was before emphasized, they repeated again in the statement of Mr. Koo, the head of their Trans- Strait Negotiating Committee, that the unification might come when China itself, the mainland, changes, but that that has not been the case and it is not now the case. 1:41:15 David “Mike” Lampton: Once both the mainland and Taiwan are in the WTO, each will have obligations to conduct its economic relations with the other according to international norms and in more efficient ways than now possible. 1:45:20 James Woolsey: The disestablishment of large, state-owned enterprises in China over the long run will bring some economic freedoms, I believe, that will quite possibly help change China and Chinese society and make it more conducive over time to political freedoms as well. But in the short run, the unemployment from the disestablishment of those enterprises can lead to substantial instability. U.S.-Taiwan Relations February 7, 1996 Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Subcommittee on East Asian and Pacific Affairs Witness: Winston Lord, Assistant Secretary of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, U.S. Department of State Clips 16:45 Winston Lord: The Taiwan Relations Act of 1979 forms the basis of US policy regarding the security of Taiwan. Its premise is that an adequate defense in Taiwan is conducive to maintaining peace and security while differences remain between Taiwan and the PRC. I'm going to quote a few sections here because this is a very important statement of our policy. Section two B states, "It is the policy of the United States to consider any effort to determine the future of Taiwan by other than peaceful means, including by boycotts or embargoes, a threat to the peace and security of the Western Pacific area, and of grave concern to the United States. To provide Taiwan with arms of a defensive character, and to maintain the capacity of the United States to resist any resort to force or other forms of coercion that would jeopardize the security or the socioeconomic system of the people on Taiwan." Section three of the TRA also provides that the "United States will make available to Taiwan such defense articles and defense services in such quantity as may be necessary to enable Taiwan to maintain a sufficient self defense capability." 18:00 Winston Lord: The key elements of the US policy toward the Taiwan question are expressed in the three joint communiques with the PRC as follows. The United States recognizes the government of the PRC as the sole legal government of China. The US acknowledges the Chinese position that there is but one China and Taiwan as part of China. In 1982, the US assured the PRC that it has no intention of pursuing a policy of two Chinas, or one China, one Taiwan. Within this context, the people the US will maintain cultural, commercial and other unofficial relations with the people of Taiwan. The US has consistently held that the resolution of the Taiwan issue is a matter to be worked out peacefully by the Chinese themselves. A sole and abiding concern is that any resolution be peaceful. 19:30 Winston Lord: The U.S. government made reciprocal statements concerning our intentions with respect to arms sales to Taiwan, that we did not intend to increase the quantity or quality of arms supplied, and in fact intended gradually to reduce the sales. At the time the joint communique was signed, we made it clear to all parties concerned that our tensions were premised on the PRC's continued adherence to a policy of striving for peaceful reunification with Taiwan. 21:30 Winston Lord: The basic inventory of equipment which Taiwan has or will have in its possession will, in our view, be sufficient to deter any major military action against Taiwan. While arms sales policy aims to enhance the self defense capability of Taiwan, it also seeks to reinforce stability in the region. We will not provide Taiwan with capabilities that might provoke an arms race with the PRC or other countries in the region. 21:55 Winston Lord: Decisions on the release of arms made without proper consideration of the long term impact. both on the situation in the Taiwan Strait and on the region as a whole, would be dangerous and irresponsible. If armed conflict were actually breakout in the Taiwan Strait, the impact on Taiwan, the PRC, and indeed the region, would be extremely serious. The peaceful, stable environment that has prevailed in the Taiwan Strait since the establishment of our current policy in 1979 has promoted progress and prosperity on both sides of the Taiwan Strait. The benefits to Taiwan and the PRC have been obvious and I outline these in my statement. All of these achievements would be immediately put at risk in the event of conflict in the Strait. Conflict would also be costly to the United States and to our friends and allies in the region. Any confrontation between the PRC and Taiwan, however limited in scale or scope, would destabilize the military balance in East Asia and constrict the commerce and shipping, which is the economic lifeblood of the region. It would force other countries in the region to reevaluate their own defense policies, possibly fueling an arms race with unforeseeable consequences. It would seriously affect the tens of thousands of Americans who live and work in Taiwan and the PRC. Relations between the US and the PRC would suffer damage regardless of the specific action chosen by the President, in consultation with Congress. For all these reasons, we are firmly determined to maintain a balanced policy, which is best designed to avoid conflict in the area. Music Presented in This Episode Intro & Exit: Tired of Being Lied To by David Ippolito (found on Music Alley by mevio)