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As electrical grid operators move to fast-track gas projects, consumer and environmental advocates raise red flags. --- The U.S. electricity grid is undergoing a dramatic transformation. As coal plants retire, wind, solar, and battery storage now dominate the pipeline of new power projects. Yet in recent months, some policymakers and grid operators have called for a new wave of natural gas plants to meet rising electricity demand from AI data centers and industrial growth. Supporters argue that gas offers a fast, reliable solution. Critics see a costly, backward-looking move that undermines long-term climate and affordability goals. Too often missing from this debate is the voice of the consumer—the people ultimately footing the bill. This episode explores the consumer perspective on our rapidly evolving grid with two guests with deep experience at the intersection of grid policy and public interest. Patrick Cicero is the former consumer advocate for Pennsylvania. John Quigley is a senior fellow at the Kleinman Center and former secretary of Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection. Together, they discuss what the energy transition means for ratepayers—and the policies needed to ensure a clean, reliable, and equitable grid. Patrick Cicero is chief counsel at the Pennsylvania Utility Law Project and former consumer advocate for the state of Pennsylvania. John Quigley is a senior fellow at the Kleinman Center and a former secretary of Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection. Related Content Has Europe’s Emissions Trading Scheme Taken Away a Country’s Ability to Reduce Emissions? https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/has-europes-emissions-trading-scheme-taken-away-a-countrys-ability-to-reduce-emissions/ Fossil Foolishness https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/commentary/blog/fossil-foolishness/ Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A long-time advocate for scam victims isn't convinced bank changes will protect victims

In this mini edition of Waterfall, Mike and Karen are chatting to Evan Joanette, Water Market Specialist and Consumer Advocate at MOSL.

Democratic leaders in Pennsylvania say they’re open to passing voter ID bills that don’t disenfranchise any voters. Attorney General Dave Sunday has nominated a new state Consumer Advocate. Governor Josh Shapiro is calling for universal screenings of new mothers for postpartum depression. Some state and county officials are concerned that recent state court decisions could jeopardize the secrecy of mail ballots. Dover Area school officials adopted new restrictions on which bathrooms and pronouns LGBTQ+ students can use. Lewisburg Borough Council authorized up to $5,000 in legal expenses to prepare an anti-discrimination ordinance. The future of water pollution regulation in Pennsylvania is a little murky after a U.S. Supreme Court ruling earlier this month.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's going on with February's sky-high electricity bills from NL Power? We put that to the province's consumer advocate. (Krissy Holmes with Dennis Browne)

The man who helped break up the mobile network duopoly in New Zealand says the supermarket sector won't become competitive without the forceful breaking up of the current industry leaders. Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis has again said she would welcome another player in the supermarket sector. Earlier she said she was open to forcing supermarkets to sell off land they may be saving for future supermarkets - provided a new operator is willing to buy it. Monopoloy Watch's Tex Edwards spoke with Corin Dann.

A former Gettysburg College student says the extradition of the man she accused of sexually assaulting her more than a decade ago gives her a “renewed faith” in the justice system. Ice build-up can cause a river to jam, which leads to flooding. At this point, there isn't a threat yet for a significant ice jam along the Susquehanna River -- despite one of the coldest Januarys in some time. Pennsylvania’s Consumer Advocate has resigned, effective at the end of this month. A panel is charged with recommending a funding method for state-related universities Penn State, Pitt and Temple based on how they’re performing. The Penn State board of trustees’ executive committee has received on update on how the Performance Based Funding Council will work. Two of the nine buildings owned by the now-closed University of the Arts in Philadelphia have been sold in bankruptcy court. When Democrat John Fetterman was elected to the U.S. Senate from Pennsylvania, many backers had hoped he’d challenge the status quo. He has — just not in the way many had expected. A proposal to restore passenger rail service between Scranton and New York has received a major boost.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zain Johnson is joined by Annaline Van Der Poel, Consumer Advocate and Chief Legal Officer at Debt Rescue SA. Annaline shares insights into the rising reliance on credit, the financial risks ahead, and what consumers can do to manage their debt in these challenging times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annaline van der Poel, Consumer Advocate and COO of Debt Rescue South Africa joins Ray White speaks to Ray White about the expense of the holiday season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michèle Pelletier is New Brunswick's Consumer Advocate for Insurance.

Michele Pelletier is New Brunswick's Consumer Advocate for Insurance.

New Brunswick's Consumer Advocate for Insurance is recommending New Brunswick drivers watch for price increases when their current auto insurance comes up for renewal and to shop for better rates if their premiums seem unreasonable.

Joining us to unpack the consumer implications of the budget is Annaline van der Poel, Consumer Advocate and COO of Debt Rescue South Africa. Annaline brings invaluable insights into how this budget impacts the average South African. She understands first-hand the financial pressures people face and can illuminate both the missed opportunities and potential relief measures. Annaline, thank you for being with us to help listeners understand what, if any, changes they might see in their personal financial struggles as a result of this budgetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TUNE INTO THE TOWN:  IS LIBERTY VILLAGE FINALLY GETTING CONGESTION RELIEF? Libby Znaimer is joined by Alex Blumenstein, Co-Founder of The Peak, Karen Stintz, a Conservative Party of Canada Candidate for Eglinton-Lawrence, a former Toronto City Councillor and the CEO of Variety Village, and Toronto City Councillor Paula Fletcher of Ward 14 Toronto-Danforth. Our panel weighs in on the latest strategy by the TTC to crack down on fare evasion, whether Liberty Village is finally getting congestion relief and other headlines making news this week in the city.  TIPPING CULTURE: ARE WE TAKING IT TOO FAR?  Libby Znaimer is now joined by Ellen Roseman, Consumer Advocate and journalist, and Tony Elenis, President and CEO of The Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association (ORHMA). Tipping...it's everywhere. And, we're being asked to partake in the practice even if we don't dine in and get service. You can face a request for a tip when purchasing a loaf of bread, and there are even places that don't sell food that will ask you to tip. Have we gone too far? WHAT AIR TRAVELLERS MIGHT CONSIDER AHEAD OF A POTENTIAL AIR CANADA PILOTS STRIKE Libby Znaimer is now joined by Martin Firestone, President of Travel Secure Inc. Air travellers have a lot to consider as Air Canada faces a potential pilots strike later this month. Marty weighs in on what you might consider especially if you are concerned about flight cancellations and other kinds of disruptions. 

Brian Ronholm, M.A., is the Director of Food Policy for Consumer Reports, where he leads advocacy efforts to advance a safe and healthy food system. He was in public service prior to joining Consumer Reports, having served as Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and before that, as a congressional staff person for Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro of Connecticut.  In this episode of Food Safety Matters, we speak with Brian [28:55] about: How his prior experience in regulatory policy informs his current consumer advocacy work The FDA Foods Coalition, of which Consumer Reports is a part, and how the Coalition will work with Jim Jones, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods, to bring about change The need for stricter limits, testing, and disclosure of toxic heavy metals in baby foods, and FDA's handling of this issue through its Closer to Zero Initiative How FDA's “historic inactivity” regarding food additives may be prompting state-level legislation, such as the California Food Safety Act, and what actions could be taken at the federal level to reign in control over food additives regulation USDA's proposed regulatory framework to reduce cases of salmonellosis attributable to poultry, and the importance of pathogen testing and enforceable standards Takeaways from the Netflix documentary Poisoned, and the need for constant vigilance and innovation in food safety.   News and Resources WGS Helps Solve a Decade-Long Listeria Outbreak Linked to Queso Fresco, Cotija Cheese [6:00] Recent Outbreaks of Listeriosis Linked to Fresh Soft Queso Fresco Type Cheeses in the U.S. NACMCF Reports on Reducing Salmonella in Poultry, Advises FSIS on Proposed Regulatory Framework [12:43] In a 2023 Recap, USDA-FSIS Says it Aims to Publish Formal Regulatory Proposal for Salmonella in Poultry by Early 2024  Study Highlights Importance of Addressing Biofilm-Forming Pathogens to Control Listeria in Food Processing Facilities [20:03] Identification of Biofilm-forming Foodborne Pathogens and Development of Prevention Strategies  FDA Publishes Guidance to Support Seafood Industry in Trying to Get Products Removed From DWPE [23:44] Nationwide Produce Outbreak: A Moment You Never Forget Ep. 15. Will Daniels: "It was a game changer for the industry" Get free access to Consumer Reports for 1 month Register for the 2024 Food Safety Summit!Taking place May 6–9, 2024 in Rosemont, Illinois. Register before March 31 for a 10% early bird discount rate, plus use promo code “FSMatters15” for an extra 15% off registration. Yes, that's a total discount of 25%! Sponsored by: IFCClick here to schedule your free assessment. We Want to Hear from You! Please send us your questions and suggestions to podcast@food-safety.com

RECOVERING POLITICIANS PANEL: ARE BONNIE AND MARIT'S PRIORITIES TOO SIMILAR? Jane Brown is filling in for Libby Znaimer today. She is joined by Lisa Raitt, former deputy leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, George Smitherman, former Ontario Liberal MPP for Toronto Centre who also served as a health minister and deputy Premier and Cheri DiNovo, a former Ontario NDP MPP. Today: the legislature resumes at Queens Park. Are the priorities of both Bonnie Crombie and Marit Stiles too similar to each other? TORONTO CONSIDERS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ADDRESSING DANGEROUS DOGS Jane Brown is now joined by Kristina Rapson, dog trainer and behaviouralist for Hairy Tales Training and Beverley McKee, Senior Manager Public Support Services at Toronto Humane Society. Toronto City Council is reviewing a report of recommendations for dealing with dangerous dogs. Here's what you need to know about it.    LOBLAW TO INVEST $2 BILLION TO EXPAND IN CANADA Jane Brown is now joined by Ellen Roseman, Consumer Advocate and journalist. Loblaw is planning to invest $2 billion in Canada and create as many as 7,500 jobs. What can shoppers expect from all of this?

THE ZOOMER SQUAD: CARP'S ADVOCACY FOR LOBLAW DISCOUNT & BABY BOOMERS WITHOUT GRANDKIDS Libby Znaimer is joined by Rudy Buttignol, President of CARP, Anthony Quinn, Chief Community Officer of CARP and Peter Muggeridge, Senior Editor of Zoomer Magazine. Canadian consumers received some good news late Friday afternoon when Loblaw announced that they would be reinstating the 50 percent discount on food items that are about to hit their best before date. This time last week, CARP members and other older Canadians were fuming about the decision to reduce the discount to 30 percent. And it seems Loblaw heard the discontent and reversed the policy. RISING AUTO INSURANCE PREMIUMS Jane Brown is now joined by Ellen Roseman, Consumer Advocate and journalist, Nainesh Kotak, Founder of Kotak Personal Injury Law, and Tom Rakocevic,  Ontario NDP Auto Insurance critic and the MPP for Humber River-Black Creek. Is your auto insurance getting more expensive? And by how much? You may be aware that Ontario drivers may now opt out of direct compensation property damage coverage as a way to make insurance more affordable, but the reality is that such a decision could cost you far more should you ever get into any kind of collision. Our guests weigh in.

Our podcast guest this month, Christina Clift, graduated from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor's degree in Communications and attended the University of Memphis for graduate school. Christina has worked at the Memphis Center for Independent Living as the Consumer Advocate since 2003. She has served as chair of the State Rehabilitation Council of Tennessee, and the Memphis Advisory Council for Citizens with Disabilities. Christina is also a founding board member of the TriState Adaptive Sports Association, and is a proud member of the National Federation of the Blind. Christina is a fierce advocate for those living with blindness and knows firsthand that access to assistive technology and other supports opens doors, eliminates barriers, and gives independence to those with disabilities. Listen this month as we discuss what independent living really means.

Tuesday January 2, 2024 Consumer advocate Sidney Wolfe Dies at 84

RECOVERING POLITICIANS PANEL: BONNIE CROMBIE IS THE NEW LEADER OF THE ONTARIO LIBERALS Libby Znaimer is joined by Janet Ecker Former Ontario PC minister of finance, George Smitherman, former Liberal MPP for Toronto Centre, minister of health and Deputy Premier and Cheri Di Novo, a former NDP MPP and a recipient of the Order of Canada. We kick things off with a discussion about Bonnie Crombie's victory as the new leader of the Ontario Liberals. Could she pave the way to a revival of the party? And, the next election is years away but what does she have to do in order to pose a serious threat to the Ford government? Also this week: a large gathering of members of Canada's Jewish community and their allies rallied at Parliament Hill in Ottawa in a show of strength against antisemitism. RETAIL CHAINS ABANDONING SELF CHECKOUTS DUE TO RISE IN THEFT Libby Znaimer is now joined by Ellen Roseman, Consumer Advocate and journalist and Bruce Winder, a Retail Analyst & Author. They've been around for about 30 years but self-checkout at the grocery store has become more ubiquitous than ever since the pandemic. Well now the backlash has begun with some chains removing them altogether or at least reducing their numbers. Not only are customers complaining that they are being taken advantage of by doing the work of paid cashiers but the retailers are finding that about a quarter of their shoplifting losses come from self checkouts. Loblaw got even more pushback when it started posting security guards to check receipts at self checkout.

Join Ray Shefska as he delves deep into the world of automotive finance with Kimberly Kline, a seasoned expert with over 15 years of experience across multi-brand dealerships. Kimberly's journey is a captivating tale of resilience, adaptability, and a burning desire to make a difference. From braving hurricane-force winds in a glass showroom to mastering the art of quick meals to serve customers better, her anecdotes from the dealership floor are both enlightening and entertaining. But it's not just about the past. Kimberly's transition from the finance office to consumer advocacy is a testament to her commitment to transparency and fairness in the auto industry. She shares insider insights on reading contracts, understanding back-end financing, and some of the less-than-honest practices she's witnessed. Through her platform, Auto Finance Sense, she aims to shed light on the often-overlooked second part of the deal - the dealership finance office. Her mission? To ensure car buyers navigate this crucial stage with confidence, knowledge, and eyes wide open. Many buyers, under Kimberly's guidance, have left with not just a car but a better understanding of their credit, insights on improving it, and the tools to navigate their auto loan journey. Her innate desire to help has always been evident, and now she gets to channel this passion full-time. Beyond her professional achievements, get a glimpse into Kimberly's personal world. From her love for watercolor illustrations aimed at boosting confidence to her innate ability to tap into the world beyond the veil, her multifaceted personality shines through. Not to forget her role as a proud mom, her love for nature, and her penchant for a good cup of coffee. Tune in for a riveting conversation that blends industry insights with personal stories, painting a holistic picture of a woman on a mission to bring about positive change in the automotive world.

Today, Rich shows you how to become a consumer advocate in your marketplace

Hello there and welcome!P.O. Box 6120 San Diego CA 92166 (619)-223-3040 Jc@contractorsfromhell.comI'm Jody Costello, founder of this website – ContractorsFromHell.com – and creator of the “Home Remodeling Bootcamp For Women”. I launched this site as a result of a horrible remodeling disaster I experienced back in 2000, where I was in the fight of my life to seek justice. Realizing the lack of consumer education and protection, I wanted to create a site that addressed these issues and provided guidelines and warning signs for homeowners to consider when planning their renovations.As a survivor and now thriver of a remodeling nightmare, I can tell you that I was one of the lucky ones who won through the legal system. I actually received the justice I was looking for, but there was a big price to pay in terms of stress, reconstruction, legal costs, living in a half finished house for nearly three years that leaked, a contractor who constantly denied any responsibility, and construction defects that went on and on. Oh, and attorneys, attorneys, attorneys. Ugh! Enough to destroy anyone's hope of seeing the finish line much less finding the strength to do so."But persistence and an unwillingness to accept the status quo was, and has been, a driving force that shapes me. And when you're dealing with government agencies and the legal system, you better be head-strong if you want to achieve any level of success. I mean, I was not going to let anything get in my way and I was determined to be heard. And yeah, I got a little crazy, but the good news is I WON."You see, the whole reason for renovating the home was to bring my mother home to live with us the remaining years of her life, which wasn't going to be a long one. She passed several weeks before our trial was to begin, and it was the hardest, most guilt-ridden period I went through. Because of the choices we made, the opportunity to have her come home were dashed. But, I have to believe God had a plan and it is the journey I've been on with launching my website, helping others working with the Contractors Board as a Consumer Advocate, and all that has come of it. Crazy and not what I would have chosen. Yep, I'm a woman of faith, but it's often hard to understand the ”why” when adversities or unfair circumstances are surrounding and pummeling you with no let up in sight. It was brutal!But I'm a fighter and seeker of justice – at least that's what I learned about myself through this horrible experience.And then some.I learned more than I actually wanted to, but with all that I have learned, I now put to use and share on my website and my online course, The Home Remodeling Bootcamp For Women.Why women, you ask? Well, because I have found that it's the women who tend to rise to the occasion when they find themselves having serious problems with their contractor. They are PISSED – I so get it – and they have no problem confronting the contractor who dares to defy them. And they're also more willing to reach out and ask for help; they're the “mama bears” who come out fighting to protect their families and homes, and have that “don't you even think you're going to get away with this” attitude. Yes, men have contacted me too, and have rallied as well, but being a woman, I understand the fury that follows when a woman has been scorned by a contractor."And I strongly believe that because construction is typically not a “women friendly topic”, it's all the more reason to understand the basics if you're going to renovate and hire contractors. Because what you don't know gets you into trouble!" I didn't know anything about construction and left that part to my husband. He knows the trades well, but not the legal aspects – the contractor laws and legalities – that get consumers into trouble. Women are more than capable to learn and apply it, as are men (and yes, men have taken the course)."Learning the basics of renovating right, is not rocket science, and it's also not the fun, sexy part like designing and creating flattering living spaces. But, oh how important it is to educate yourself, for without it you will likely find yourself starring in your own remodeling nightmare."Through it all, I have become a fierce advocate for stronger consumer education and protection. I've attended Contractors Board meetings where I voiced my opinions as well as those of other consumers whose voices were not being heard. (To be honest, I pretty much stalked those meetings the first few years and was fairly aggressive in my stance, but it was totally needed; the CSLB was a mess internally at the time). Since then, I have had the opportunity as a consumer advocate, to work with the Enforcement Chief on various issues around consumer protection and education. I also testified before the State Senate in support of legislation protecting consumers.I still occasionally attend meetings today, but my focus has shifted more to advocating for consumer education and protection over general consumer complaints. Education and better protection can reduce those complaints but never eliminate them. Unfortunately, not all consumers will make the effort to educate themselves, but I do want to give it my best shot at reaching those who will become unsuspecting victims of remodeling disasters."Homeowners need to be informed and educated about renovating, hiring and working with contractors and understanding the construction process. It's the best line of defense we have to ensure a successful renovation."Moving Forward My goal is to raise awareness about the realities and risks in renovating, hiring and working with contractors. People just don't know what they don't know and that's what gets them into trouble. It got me into trouble 18 years ago but remodeling disasters can be avoided. I've learned the hard way and I want to help others avoid problems and share with them simple solutions to having greater control over their money, their project and their contractor.And not the other way around, where homeowners loose control over their project and money, ending up at the mercy of an unethical contractor.Over the years I've received probably thousands of emails from homeowners desperate for help when finding themselves in trouble with their project and contractor. And each and every time, I cringe, knowing what they are facing and that it's now about damage control: throwing good money after bad, fighting with the contractor, living in a home in shambles and facing legal battles. Very stressful, very expensive, not to mention relationships that fall apart.So if you're someone who is looking to remodel or build your home, do yourself a huge favor and get informed and educated about what you need to know to avoid the common pitfalls of renovating and working with contractors.Join me in my Home Remodeling Bootcamp For Women and PLEASE share it with your spouse as well. Men have participated and benefited too and it's something that will bolster your confidence in hiring contractors and managing your remodel with greater peace of mind.Remember, renovating has many challenges and not everything will go smoothly, but in the end you want to have complete control and success in completing your project on time and within your budget.I look forward to helping you achieve a successful outcome!Jody Costello Home Renovation Planning & Contractor Fraud Expert

Francis Jackson is an attorney who specializes in disability law for those seeking veteran's disability benefits and social security disability benefits. A founding partner of Jackson & MacNichol, he most recently appeared as a guest of Ben Glass on the “Consumer Advocate” show discussing benefits for veterans and social security disability benefits and how his practice allows him to make a difference in the lives of people facing disabilities. Francis has been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX network affiliates around the country. He has also been quoted in USA Today and is listed in Cambridge Who's Who. Francis was honored by the National Academy of Best Selling Authors with a "Quilly" award in September 2012, for his contribution as a joint author to the best-selling book, "Protect and Defend" where he wrote about protecting one's rights to veterans disability compensation. In 2017 Mr. Jackson was inducted into America's Most Trusted Lawyers for his outstanding work in disability law.  For more information visit VeteransBenefits.com How to Determine Eligibility for VA Benefits ➡️ Connect with Bert:  YouTube |  Twitter  |  Instagram ➡️ Get a Free Copy of Dominating Your Mind: https://amzn.to/2XuM9Xr - While supplies last, limited time.  

Francis Jackson is an attorney who specializes in disability law for those seeking veteran's disability benefits and social security disability benefits. A founding partner of Jackson & MacNichol, he most recently appeared as a guest of Ben Glass on the “Consumer Advocate” show discussing benefits for veterans and social security disability benefits and how his practice allows him to make a difference in the lives of people facing disabilities. Francis has been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX network affiliates around the country. He has also been quoted in USA Today and is listed in Cambridge Who's Who. Francis was honored by the National Academy of Best Selling Authors with a "Quilly" award in September 2012, for his contribution as a joint author to the best-selling book, "Protect and Defend" where he wrote about protecting one's rights to veterans' disability compensation. In 2017 Mr. Jackson was inducted into America's Most Trusted Lawyers for his outstanding work in disability law.  For more information visit VeteransBenefits.com ➡️ Connect with Bert:  YouTube |  Twitter  |  Instagram ➡️ Get a Free Copy of Dominating Your Mind: https://amzn.to/2XuM9Xr While supplies last, limited time.  ➡️Want Free Publicity? Visit FreePublicityExpert.com now!

All over real estate, people are panicking because they don't have deals. This market is not an easy one to navigate, and on the mortgage side of the industry, lenders are in trouble.   Why are lenders pivoting and cutting back? What are some of the things that we don't know about mortgage? What are some proven successful mortgage strategies that we can use?   In this episode, VA Loan Specialist, Derrick Evens joins us to talk about how to make it rain in a challenging market.    You'll also learn; Why we should spend more time and energy on our sphere Adding more value to high value partners Social media reels and short form videos Marketing: Stop throwing money away on it   Guest Bio   Derrick Evens is here to serve ALL, but his professional focus is on those who have worn the cloth. Too often, veterans are targeted by money-hungry mobsters just looking for a trusting "client" to take the bait. He has spent his career as a Consumer Advocate and now as a Veteran Advocate, specifically working in the VA Mortgage industry to help veterans buy and refinance their homes in an easy, efficient and inexpensive way.    Derrick's goal is to serve YOU, the Veteran or Active Duty Service Member to the absolute best of his ability.    Find Derrick on LinkedIn @Derrick Evens Subscribe to his YouTube Channel @SmarterSanDiego     Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, and don't forget to leave a review if you like what you heard. Your review feeds the algorithm so our show reaches more people. Thank you!   

Bank Of Ireland has issued an apology following a bizarre event last night which allowed some customers to withdraw up to €1,000 in surplus of their balance. What caused this glitch? Andy O'Donoghue, Tech Journalist, and Brendan Burgess, Consumer Advocate and founder of askaboutmoney.com joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

In this episode, Dr. Mansharamani speaks with Donald Kreis, the Consumer Advocate for the State of New Hampshire, about his path from journalism through the legal profession to his current role. Don shares how persistence and grit, in the face of setbacks, can often open the door to new opportunities. He also explains the role of the Consumer Advocate and uses his (actual) crystal ball to look into the future of energy production and the outlook for electricity prices.

Francis Jackson is an attorney who specializes in disability law for those seeking veteran disability benefits and social security disability benefits. A founding partner of Jackson & MacNichol, he most recently appeared as a guest on the “Consumer Advocate” show discussing benefits for veterans and social security disability benefits and how his practice allows him to make a difference in the lives of people facing disabilities. Francis has been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC, and FOX network affiliates around the country. He has also been quoted in USA Today and is listed in Cambridge Who's Who. Francis was honored by the National Academy of Best Selling Authors with a "Quilly" award for his contribution as a joint author to the best-selling book, "Protect and Defend" where he wrote about protecting one's rights to veterans' disability compensation. Mr. Jackson was also inducted into America's Most Trusted Lawyers for his outstanding work in disability law.  For more information visit VeteransBenefits.com ➡️ Connect with Bert:  YouTube |  Twitter  |  Instagram ➡️ Get a Free Copy of Dominating Your Mind: https://amzn.to/2XuM9Xr While supplies last, limited time.  ➡️Want Free Publicity? Visit FreePublicityExpert.com now!

Harold Cameron, The People's Advocate, Consumer Advocate and Government Liaison for HaroldSays, llc provides professional and positive advocacy services for consumers who have legitimate and justified complaints against, or issues with, corporations worldwide. A few of the companies he has successfully advocated with on behalf of consumers includes Wells Fargo Bank, Comcast, United Health, American Airlines, and others. And issues he has helped consumers resolve includes recovery of money from financial scams, product/service complaints and billing complaints.Also, he provides advocacy services for citizens who have grievances against, or questions for government agencies, or need assistance from them. A few he has successfully assisted citizens with includes The SSA, HUD, DOJ, DOE as well as some state agencies across the country. Reach out to Harold at haroldcameron65@gmail.com.

Harold Cameron, The People's Advocate, Consumer Advocate and Government Liaison for HaroldSays, llc provides professional and positive advocacy services for consumers who have legitimate and justified complaints against, or issues with, corporations worldwide. A few of the companies he has successfully advocated with on behalf of consumers includes Wells Fargo Bank, Comcast, United Health, American Airlines, and others. And issues he has helped consumers resolve includes recovery of money from financial scams, product/service complaints and billing complaints.Also, he provides advocacy services for citizens who have grievances against, or questions for government agencies, or need assistance from them. A few he has successfully assisted citizens with includes The SSA, HUD, DOJ, DOE as well as some state agencies across the country. Reach out to Harold at haroldcameron65@gmail.com.

This week we're replaying a classic episode where your hosts Steve and Yvonne interview Bibi Fell of Fell Law, PC (https://www.fellfirm.com/).   Remember to rate and review GTP in iTunes: Click Here to Rate and Review   View/Download Trial Documents   Case Details: California trial lawyer Bibi Fell, a founding partner at Fell Law, PC and a partner at Athea Trial Lawyers, shares how she successfully represented a breast cancer patient who fell victim to the beliefs and unconventional cancer treatment of a New York Times bestselling author masquerading as a licensed doctor. Plaintiff Dawn Kali was diagnosed with treatable Stage 1 breast cancer and rejected traditional treatment options in favor of the "Father of the Alkaline Diet" Robert O. Young's "pH Miracle" approach, which focused on making the body less acidic and more alkaline. This process involved costly extended stays at Young's Rancho del Sol in Valley Center, California and expensive intravenous treatments that consisted of little more than baking soda. Unable to pay, Dawn worked for Young in exchange for treatments that were ultimately ineffective. After much time had passed, Dawn went to an oncologist and was diagnosed with terminal Stage 4 cancer that had spread to her spine and femur. At trial, Bibi Fell demonstrated that Young's "pH Miracle" treatment was neither scientifically nor medically sound. In spite of the defense's claims that Dawn was aware that Young was not a licensed medical doctor and that she was not prevented from seeking conventional medical treatment, a San Diego jury found in favor of Dawn for her claims against Young of intentional misrepresentation, negligent misrepresentation, false promise and negligence. In October 2018, the jury awarded Dawn a $105,356,000 verdict, including $15 million in punitive damages. Guest Bio: Bibi Fell Bibi represents plaintiffs who suffered catastrophic injuries or the death of a loved one. She is the Founding Partner of Fell Law, PC, in San Diego, California and is a Partner at Athea Trial Lawyers, a nationwide plaintiff's firm comprised of six prominent female trial lawyers. Bibi is one of the few women attorneys to have received a verdict over $100,000,000.00 as lead trial counsel. Bibi is a National Board Member for the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Membership is extended by invitation only to lawyers who have demonstrated extensive trial experience, civility and professionalism. In 2018, Bibi was one of three finalists for Consumer Attorneys of California's “Consumer Advocate of the Year,” Consumer Attorneys of San Diego's “Trial Lawyer of the Year” award and received the “Outstanding Trial Lawyer” award and “Outstanding Advocate” award from Consumer Attorneys of San Diego. In 2020, she received the “Trial Lawyer of the Year” award from Pepperdine Law School. Bibi has also been selected to be a member of Lawdragon 500, The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers, the Daily Journal's Top 100 Women Lawyers, and has been selected as a Top 50 San Diego Superlawyer and Top 25 Women Superlawyer. Bibi gives back by teaching Advanced Trial Advocacy at the USD Law, serving as the program director for the National Institute for Trial Advocacy's Pacific Deposition Skills program, and teaching trial skills through NITA around the country and internationally. Bibi devotes her time to serve as a “Parent Partner” to parents of children newly diagnosed with Hepatoblastoma, a malignant liver tumor found in young children. Read Full Bio   Show Sponsors: Legal Technology Services - LegalTechService.com Digital Law Marketing - DigitalLawMarketing.com Harris Lowry Manton LLP - hlmlawfirm.com   Free Resources: Stages Of A Jury Trial - Part 1 Stages Of A Jury Trial - Part 2

On this West Virginia Morning, energy and environment reporter Curtis Tate speaks with Sierra Club Senior Campaign Representative Karan May about the West Virginia Public Service Commission's recent agreement to allow a plan to keep the Pleasants Power Station from shutting down at the end of May. Consumer and environmental groups, large industrial users and even the PSC's Consumer Advocate testified against it. The post A Discussion About The Pleasants Power Station This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

The only businesses Republicans support are gun sellers, megachurches, corrupt defense contractors & giant monopolies - and none of those are good for average Americans or the US economy. Interview: Consumer advocate, lawyer, author, former presidential candidate, and radio host Ralph Nader introduces his new newspaper The Capitol Hill Citizen, and book, The Incommunicados. Also how republicans are silencing their constituents and why GOP "snowflakes" can't handle unique artwork - so it's being destroyed - WHAT!?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Francis Jackson is an attorney who specializes in disability law for those seeking veteran's disability benefits and social security disability benefits. A founding partner of Jackson & MacNichol, he most recently appeared as a guest of Ben Glass on the “Consumer Advocate” show discussing benefits for veterans and social security disability benefits and how his practice allows him to make a difference in the lives of people facing disabilities. Francis has been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX network affiliates around the country. He has also been quoted in USA Today and is listed in Cambridge Who's Who. Francis was honored by the National Academy of Best Selling Authors with a "Quilly" award in September 2012, for his contribution as a joint author to the best-selling book, "Protect and Defend" where he wrote about protecting one's rights to veterans' disability compensation. In 2017 Mr. Jackson was inducted into America's Most Trusted Lawyers for his outstanding work in disability law.  For more information visit VeteransBenefits.com ➡️ Connect with Bert:  YouTube |  Twitter  |  Instagram ➡️ Get a Free Copy of Dominating Your Mind: https://amzn.to/2XuM9Xr While supplies last, limited time.  ➡️Want Free Publicity? Visit FreePublicityExpert.com now!

Francis Jackson is an attorney who specializes in disability law for those seeking veteran's disability benefits and social security disability benefits. A founding partner of Jackson & MacNichol, he most recently appeared as a guest of Ben Glass on the “Consumer Advocate” show discussing benefits for veterans and social security disability benefits and how his practice allows him to make a difference in the lives of people facing disabilities. Francis has been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX network affiliates around the country. He has also been quoted in USA Today and is listed in Cambridge Who's Who. Francis was honored by the National Academy of Best Selling Authors with a "Quilly" award in September 2012, for his contribution as a joint author to the best-selling book, "Protect and Defend" where he wrote about protecting one's rights to veterans' disability compensation. In 2017 Mr. Jackson was inducted into America's Most Trusted Lawyers for his outstanding work in disability law.  For more information visit VeteransBenefits.com ➡️ Connect with Bert:  YouTube |  Twitter  |  Instagram ➡️ Get a Free Copy of Dominating Your Mind: https://amzn.to/2XuM9Xr While supplies last, limited time.  ➡️Want Free Publicity? Visit FreePublicityExpert.com now!

Frank Morano interviews Ralph Nader, veteran consumer advocate, best-selling author and a three-time independent candidate for President about Jimmy Carter's legacy, the war in Ukraine, and the future of print newspapers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb, consumer advocate Gerard Brody and G+T partner Elizabeth Avery discuss the role of fairness in competition and consumer law and the proposed prohibition on unfair trading practices . With a special introduction from Assistant Minister for Competition Dr Andrew Leigh. Plus a course change for privacy protections with the Attorney-General's Report, cartels and creature comforts in the Pilbara, ambition and distraction at the Federal Trade Commission, and word-checking the Treasurer's essay on markets Links: Highlights and hot takes on the Privacy Act Review from G+T's Technology + Digital team ACCC on alleged bid-rigging in mining camp IT and entertainment services Laurel Henning's interview with ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb in Mlex FTC policy statement on expansion of unfair methods of competition and Commissioner Wilson's dissent "Hold On" (1990) by Wilson Phillips Background and summary of the recent unfairness panel at G+T Capitalism After the Crisis by The Hon Dr Jim Chalmers MP, Treasurer Senate Economics Committee discusses the Treasurer's essay (skip to 16:14:30) GCR's Q&A with Chair Olha Pishchanska of Ukraine's Anti-Monopoly Committee Meet the Gilbert + Tobin Competition + Regulation team Email us at edge@gtlaw.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Meat and Three, we're breaking out our magnifying glass to explore the smallest corners of the food world. We start with the microbial and scale our way up from there, but only by a bit. From the tiniest of farmers to deceptive industrial practices, we set out to prove that the most interesting of stories can come in the smallest packages. If you're fascinated by the prospect of cultivating microbes at home, we have just the event for you. On Wednesday, March 8th, Harry and HRN will be hosting “Fermentation Never Sleeps” at Farm to People in Bushwick, Brooklyn. It's a panel discussion and tasting, and it's all about inviting microbes into your personal culinary canon by approaching fermentation in a way that works for you. Click here to learn more and reserve your tickets. Further Reading:Subscribe to Fields now to be the first to know when they launch their new season this Spring. (Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | RSS). Marti Buckley is a writer based in San Sebastián, Spain. Marti writes extensively about Basque cuisine and culture.  Check out her book on Basque cuisine, La Cocina Vasca here. You can learn more about her upcoming projects here.  Ted Schultz is an entomologist at the Smithsonian Musuem of Natural History. Here you can learn more about his research on fungus farming ants. You can visit Edgar Dworsky's website here.Keep Meat and Three on the air: become an HRN Member today! Go to heritageradionetwork.org/donate. Meat and Three is powered by Simplecast

Guest host Ian Hoch speaks with, Doc Compton, Consumer Advocate, joins guest host Ian Hoch to share how people can make money from harassing robocalls. 

Francis Jackson is an attorney who specializes in disability law for those seeking veteran's disability benefits and social security disability benefits. A founding partner of Jackson & MacNichol, he most recently appeared as a guest of Ben Glass on the “Consumer Advocate” show discussing benefits for veterans and social security disability benefits and how his practice allows him to make a difference in the lives of people facing disabilities. Francis has been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX network affiliates around the country. He has also been quoted in USA Today and is listed in Cambridge Who's Who. Francis was honored by the National Academy of Best Selling Authors with a "Quilly" award in September 2012, for his contribution as a joint author to the best-selling book, "Protect and Defend" where he wrote about protecting one's rights to veterans' disability compensation. In 2017 Mr. Jackson was inducted into America's Most Trusted Lawyers for his outstanding work in disability law.  For more information visit VeteransBenefits.com ➡️ Connect with Bert:  YouTube |  Twitter  |  Instagram ➡️ Get a Free Copy of Dominating Your Mind: https://amzn.to/2XuM9Xr While supplies last, limited time. ➡️Want Free Publicity? Visit FreePublicityExpert.com now!

Francis Jackson is an attorney who specializes in disability law for those seeking veteran's disability benefits and social security disability benefits. A founding partner of Jackson & MacNichol, he most recently appeared as a guest of Ben Glass on the “Consumer Advocate” show discussing benefits for veterans and social security disability benefits and how his practice allows him to make a difference in the lives of people facing disabilities. Francis has been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX network affiliates around the country. He has also been quoted in USA Today and is listed in Cambridge Who's Who. Francis was honored by the National Academy of Best Selling Authors with a "Quilly" award in September 2012, for his contribution as a joint author to the best-selling book, "Protect and Defend" where he wrote about protecting one's rights to veterans' disability compensation. In 2017 Mr. Jackson was inducted into America's Most Trusted Lawyers for his outstanding work in disability law.  For more information visit VeteransBenefits.com ➡️ Connect with Bert:  YouTube |  Twitter  |  Instagram ➡️ Get a Free Copy of Dominating Your Mind: https://amzn.to/2XuM9Xr While supplies last, limited time. ➡️Want Free Publicity? Visit FreePublicityExpert.com now!

Francis Jackson is an attorney who specializes in disability law for those seeking veteran's disability benefits and social security disability benefits. A founding partner of Jackson & MacNichol, he most recently appeared as a guest of Ben Glass on the “Consumer Advocate” show discussing benefits for veterans and social security disability benefits and how his practice allows him to make a difference in the lives of people facing disabilities. Francis has been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX network affiliates around the country. He has also been quoted in USA Today and is listed in Cambridge Who's Who. Francis was honored by the National Academy of Best Selling Authors with a "Quilly" award in September 2012, for his contribution as a joint author to the best-selling book, "Protect and Defend" where he wrote about protecting one's rights to veterans disability compensation. In 2017 Mr. Jackson was inducted into America's Most Trusted Lawyers for his outstanding work in disability law.  For more information visit VeteransBenefits.com ➡️ Connect with Bert:  YouTube |  Twitter  |  Instagram ➡️ Get a Free Copy of Dominating Your Mind: https://amzn.to/2XuM9Xr While supplies last, limited time. ➡️Want Free Publicity? Visit FreePublicityExpert.com now!

This week we welcome Jonathan Oceguera to the podcast for a special pre-election-day episode to discuss the tight Senate and Gubernatorial races in Nevada as well as his unique entry-point into politics as a retired firefighter. John runs Strategies 360's Nevada operations, overseeing a diverse mix of clients from corporations and nonprofits to campaigns and candidates. John formerly served as Speaker of the Nevada Assembly and was an elected representative in the Nevada Legislature for 12 years. He held a variety of leadership positions and chaired numerous committees, including Commerce and Labor, and Transportation. As Speaker of the Assembly in 2011, John worked with his colleagues in both houses and parties to ensure the state budget was balanced, while providing additional funding for education and other essential state services. In addition to his legislative service, John had a 20-year career with the North Las Vegas Fire Department, working as firefighter, paramedic, engineer, captain, battalion chief and retiring as an assistant chief in 2011. As assistant chief, he developed, implemented a comprehensive emergency operations program, and managed 220 personnel and a multi-million-dollar budget. John has also served on numerous boards and in many different leadership positions. He was named “Elected Official of the Year” by the American Heart Association and the National Association of Social Workers, Nevada Chapter. John received a “Top 40 Under 40” award from In Business Las Vegas and was named “Consumer Advocate of the Year” by the Nevada Trial Lawyers. John's most cherished honor was having his name placed on the Distinguished Service Wall at the Nevada Firefighters Memorial, joining only 17 other firefighters who have been so honored. Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show. Don't forget to subscribe! Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at Jim@ThePoliticalLife.net  Follow The Political Life on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter for weekly updates.

Don Kreis, New Hampshire's Consumer Advocate to the Public Utilities Commission, has in the past, shied away from wading into the briar patch of debate over Net Metering. In this episode Dr. Don shares a whimsical story about how net metering began as well as a brief primer on the technology and why it is so important now that consumers consider the advantages of adding solar to their homes and businesses in light of skyrocketing electric rates.

This week on Mailin' It, we are joined by the Postal Service's VP of Customer Experience, Marc McCrery, and the Director of Consumer Advocate, Nathan King, to learn how we manage customer care here at the Postal Service. Join us as we'll dive into the different aspects of customer experience and the work that goes into serving the Postal Service's extensive customer base. We'll also talk about addressing customer concerns, methods to track consumer satisfaction, ways you can reach the Postal Service, and more!  

Frank Morano interviews Ralph Nader, veteran consumer advocate, best-selling author and a three-time independent candidate for President about his website, www.nader.org and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special guest Judah Friedlander from NBC's The Office and Netflix's "America Is the Greatest Country in the United States." Topics: Ivana Trump dies; GOP has no problem with Neo-Nazis in the military; Inflation; Ukraine not going well Guests With Time Stamps: (01:25) David Does the News (1:28:21) "USA Of Distraction" written and performed by Professor Mike Steinel (1:34:02)  Comedian Judah Friedlander (2:01:55)  The Herschenfelds: Dr. Philip Herschenfeld (Freudian psychoanalyst), and Ethan Herschenfeld (his new comedy special "Thug, Thug Jew" is streaming on YouTube) (2:35:49) "Traveling Light" written and performed by Professor Mike Steinel (2:39:44)  Emil Guillermo (host of the PETA Podcast, and columnist for The Asian American Legal Defense And Education Fund) (3:07:46)  The Rev. Barry W. Lynn (Americans United for Separation of Church and State) w/ Lawrence Walters (First Amendment Attorney) Edward Hasbrouck (Journalist, Consumer Advocate, Draft registration resister)

Erin Brockovich is an environmental activist, consumer advocate, renowned crusader, and champion fighter whose courageous case against Pacific Gas and Electric was dramatized in an Oscar-winning film that earned Julia Roberts an Oscar in 2001.  Julia's Brockovich may be frozen in time in the late 20th century, but Erin's Brockovich is fixated on the issues of today. She is older and wiser, yet wickedly funny and refreshing. Nonetheless, like her cinematic Ghost of Brockovich Past, she is still a force of nature and FOR nature. Erin is the president of Brockovich Research & Consulting and the founder of the Erin Brockovich Foundation, a nonprofit organization created to educate and empower communities in their fight for clean water.  In Erin's latest book —"Superman's Not Coming: Our National Water Crisis and What We the People Can Do about it" — she makes clear why we are in trouble and warns us that if we're waiting for someone to save us, Superman isn't coming. Nor is the government or the environmental agencies. No one is going to solve this for us. It is up to us, we the people, and Erin shows us how. ABC's “Rebel,” inspired by Erin's life today and starring Katey Sagal, aired in 2021 and is available on streaming platforms. This is Erin's fourth appearance on JONES.SHOW!  JONES.SHOW is a weekly podcast featuring host Randall Kenneth Jones (author, speaker & creative communications consultant) and Susan C. Bennett (the original voice of Siri). JONES.SHOW is produced and edited by Kevin Randall Jones. ERIN BROCKOVICH Online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/ErinBrockovich Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_real_erin_brockovich/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinBrockovichOfficial/ Web: www.Brockovich.com JONES.SHOW Online:    Join us in the Jones.Show Lounge on Facebook. Twitter (Randy): https://twitter.com/randallkjones  Instagram (Randy): https://www.instagram.com/randallkennethjones/ Facebook (Randy): https://www.facebook.com/mindzoo/ Web:  RandallKennethJones.com Follow Randy on Clubhouse Twitter (Susan): https://twitter.com/SiriouslySusan Instagram (Susan): https://www.instagram.com/siriouslysusan/ Facebook (Susan): https://www.facebook.com/siriouslysusan/ Web: SusanCBennett.com Follow Susan on Clubhouse LinkedIn (Kevin): https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-randall-jones/ Web: KevinRandallJones.com  www.Jones.Show