Podcast appearances and mentions of David MacDonald

A healthy and robust news environment is central to any country's democratic health. However the last sixteen years have not been kind to local news outlets in Canada. Many residents of communities, both big and small, now find themselves living in “news deserts” or “areas of news poverty.” A new report aims to better understand the decline in local news outlets across Canada and to examine what role public-service media could take to tackle local news deprivation. We speak with David Macdonald, one of the authors, and senior economist with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives.

David Macdonald - March 30th, 2025 - Studies in Genesis Part 14: Abram, Sarai, Hagar & Ishmael Abram's Background Descended from Shem (Noah's son) Lived in Ur in Mesopotamia Called by God to leave Ur & family to go to… Destination unknown Brings father & nephew (Lot) Stayed in Haran until his father died Famine in the land – heads to Egypt in search of prosperity Returns to Bethel God repeats His promise – multiplied seed, great nation Genesis 13:14-17 Genesis 13:14-17 Genesis 15:1-7 Genesis 16:1-4 Genesis 16:5-6 Proverbs 3:5-7 Genesis 16:7-16 Genesis 17 – Blessing repeated 1. 13 years later A. Sarai 90, Abram 99 B. Still no child of both C. God declares a new name (to man) – revealing another attribute D. El Shaddai - Almighty God, God the most sufficient - first mention E. Walk before me and be blameless - 2 Chronicles 16:9 For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to give strong support to those whose heart is blameless toward him… F. Abram's history: 1.He walked before his family and went to Haran for 15 years 2.He walked before his servants and went into Egypt 3.He walked before his wife and went into Hagar 4.Now he has a new walk with God (@ 99!) G. Abram humbled himself before the Lord – vs. 3 Vs. 4 - "Behold, my covenant is with you, and you shall be the father of a multitude of nations.” Abram ➔ Abraham A. Exalted father to Father of Many Nations Gen 17:6 - 9 Genesis 17 – Covenant Established A. Land 1.The borders of the land given equaled 780,000 square KM 2.At their peak they inhabited 78,000 KM under Solomon – 10% of promise 3.God promised every place your foot walks, they didn't take all of it. 4.Israel will possess all of the land during the millennium. B. Posterity 1.Nations - plural 2.~16 million Jews in the world today 3.22 Arab nations (475 million people) 4.6% of the Earth's population today traces heritage back to Abraham. C. Circumcision 1.Sign of the covenant 2.Outward sign of covenant a. Noah and the rainbow b. Moses and the Sabbath c. Abraham and circumcision Genesis 17:18-22

David Macdonald - December 23rd 2025 -Studies in Genesis Part 13: Promises, Promises! Genesis 14 - 15 - Genesis 1 – 11 : Events – 2000+ years of History I. Formation of Universe, life, mankind & Marriage – male & female (Ch. 1-2) II. Fall of mankind into sin & first promise of Deliverer (Ch. 3) III. Flood – judgment of sin –– entire Earth flooded (Ch. 7-8) IV. Further rebellion – tower of Babel (Ch. 11) V. Formation of languages& cultures (Ch. 11) Genesis 1 – 11 : Events – 2000+ years of History Genesis 12 – 50 : People – 350 years of History Formation of a nation – Israel Begins with Abram (Abraham) Name = אברם = exalted father Father of those who believe Revered by 3 major religions He is held forth as example in NT of justification by faith (Romans 4, Galatians 3, Hebrews 11) Called Friend of God (2 Chronicles 20, Isaiah 41, James 2) Abram's Background Descended from Shem (Noah's son) Lived in Ur in Mesopotamia Called by God to leave Ur & family to go to… Destination unknown Brings father & nephew (Lot) – disobedience #1 Stayed in Haran – disobedience #2 Father dies – journey begins again Famine in the land – heads to Egypt in search of prosperity – disobedience #3 Disobedience has roots in doubt – opposite of faith Obeys God's call – returns to Bethel Dispute with Lot – herdsmen in conflict Gives Lot choice of land Lot moves to Sodom Genesis 13:13 NLT But the people of this area were extremely wicked and constantly sinned against the LORD Abram called to go to Canaan Promise of a great nation and many offspring – Genesis 13:14-17 Genesis 14 and 15 Genesis 14 – Meeting Melchizedek 1 King of Salem and a priest 2. Melchizedek gives Abram bread and wine 3.Introduces - El Elyon means “Highest God,” 4.We have no idea where Melchizedekcame from 1. How did he come to be in Canaan? 2.How he came a worshipper and priest of the true God 3.How Abram came to know about him. 5.Psalms & Hebrews – a picture of Jesus Christ. 6.Type of Christ or theophany? 7.He blesses Abram 8.Abram pays him a tithe Genesis 15 – Fear Not – How?? The Word of God – ➢ I am your shield; your reward shall be very great – Genesis 15:1 ➢ Psalms 46:2 - Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, ➢ Psalms 118:6 The LORD is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me? ➢ Isaiah 41:13 For I, the LORD your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, "Fear not, I am the one who helps you.“ ➢ Luke 2:10 And the angel said to them, "Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of a great joy that will be for all the people. Luke 12:7 John 14:27 John 14:1-3 Genesis 15:6 Romans 4:3-5 Romans 4:18-25

What Is Faith? (Not!) Faith is not a head-in-the-sand and denying the obvious Faith is not anti-intellectual. Faith is not a stained-glass, dreamy escapism. Faith is not some motivational seminar with self-relaxation and self-confidence… Faith is not a power of positive mental attitude thing. The Prominence of Faith – Hebrews 11 Vs. 8 – By faith Abraham… went out not knowing where he was going… Vs. 11 – By faith even Sarah herself received the ability to conceive Vs. 17 – By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac Vs. 21 ­­– By faith Jacob, as he was dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph Vs. 24 – By faith Moses, … refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter Vs. 30 – By faith the walls of Jericho fell down Vs. 31 – By faith Rahab the harlot did not perish Vs. 32 - Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, of David and Samuel and the prophets And what more shall I say? For time will fail me if I tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, of David and Samuel and the prophets, (33) who by faith conquered kingdoms, performed acts of righteousness, obtained promises, shut the mouths of lions, (34) quenched the power of fire, escaped the edge of the sword, from weakness were made strong, became mighty in war, put foreign armies to flight. Heb 11:32-34 NASB Matt 6 - 15 How to Grow Your Faith in 2025 Cultivate Your Faith – the scriptures say: Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God (Christ) – Rom 10:17. Confess Your Faith – Romans 10:9 – If you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord… Congregate with friends of faith – find friends who speak the Word of God into your life and get you excited spiritually. Friends of faith are critical. Do one thing – Pick something and get involved Opportunities – prayer meeting, Ladies Study, Men's Study, Rejoice…. Become a “specialist” Luke 10:38-42 Now as they went on their way, Jesus entered a village. And a woman named Martha welcomed him into her house. (39) And she had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet and listened to his teaching. (40) But Martha was distracted with much serving. And she went up to him and said, "Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her then to help me." (41) But the Lord answered her, "Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, (42) but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her."

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David Macdonald - October 27th 2024 -Studies in Genesis Part 13: You Choose! Genesis 13 Genesis 1 – 11 : Events – 2000+ years of History Formation of Universe, Life & mankind – male & female (Ch. 1-2) Fall of mankind into sin & first promise of Deliverer (Ch. 3) Flood – judgment of sin –– entire Earth flooded (Ch. 7-8) Further rebellion – tower of Babel (Ch. 11) Formation of languages& cultures (Ch. 11) Genesis 12 – 50 : People – 300 years of History Formation of a nation – Israel Begins with Abram (Abraham) Name = אברם = exalted father Father of those who believe Revered by 3 major religions He is held as example in NT of justification by faith (Romans 4, Galatians 3, Hebrews 11) Called Friend of God (2 Chronicles 20, Isaiah 41, James 2) Abram's Background: Descended from Shem (Noah's son) Lived in Ur in Mesopotamia Called by God to leave Ur & family to go to… Destination unknown Brings father & nephew (Lot) – disobedience #1 Stayed in Haran – disobedience #2 Father dies – journey begins again Famine in the land – heads to Egypt in search of prosperity – disobedience #3 Disobedience has roots in doubt – opposite of faith Genesis 13:2, Your Choices: Be careful with your vision – where you set your eyes Be careful with your values – where you set your heart Be careful with your choices – where you put your faith John 3:16-18 "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. (17) For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through Him. (18) Whoever believes in Him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only Son of God.

David Macdonald - September 15th 2024 - Studies in Genesis Part 11: The Call of Abram Genesis 12 Genesis 1 – 11 : Events – 2000+ years of History Formation of Universe & Life (Ch. 1-2) Formation of mankind – male & female (Ch. 1-2) Fall of mankind into sin & first promise of Deliverer (Ch. 3) First children & first murder (Ch.4) Ferocious reign of Sin/death (“and he died” “every imagination of the heart of man only evil continually”) Ch. 5-6 Flood – judgment of sin –– first mention of grace (Ch. 7-8) Fresh start – covenant with Noah (Ch. 9) Further rebellion – tower of Babel (Ch. 11) Formation of languages (Ch. 11) Genesis 12 – 50 : People – 300 years of History Formation of a nation Begins with Abram (Abraham) Name = אברם = exalted father Father of those who believe Revered by 3 major religions He is held as example in NT of justification by faith (Romans 4, Galatians 3, Hebrews 11) Called Friend of God (2 Chronicles 20, Isaiah 41, James 2) Genesis 11: 26 to 12: 9 Abram's Testimony Descended from Shem (Noah's son) Father was Terah – lived in Ur in Mesopotamia Idolators Ur center of idolatry (moon god) Terah may have been seller of idols Brother dies in Ur – Abe becomes guardian of Lot Joshua 24:1-3 Married Sarai (11:30) Name means “princess” Sarai is barren ~ 75yrs old Began journey in partial obedience Delayed Took family with him (father, Lot) (N)KJV – the Lord had said to Abram Acts 7:2-4 God's Promises -Genesis 12:1-3 Promised a land, a nation and a blessing Had to leave his past behind Had to go to where God was sending him Israel is in the future Had to leave his past behind Had to go to where God was sending him Israel has been greatly blessed All promises pointing to the greatest blessing The Messiah would come from this nation All the families of the earth would be blessed What do you do with the promises of God? Abram's Testing – and Failure -Genesis 12:10 - 20 Famine in the land that was to be his – a test! Chose to go to Egypt instead Not directed by God Schemes with Sarai Lies to Pharoah Plagues upon others “Sin will take you farther than you want to go, keep you longer than you want to stay, and cost you more than you want to pay.” What can we learn? Meditate on the Word of God Mortify Sin Move in Step with God Serve Him and Him only

David Macdonald - August 18th 2024 -Studies in Genesis Part 10: The Beginning of Nations & Language The Table of Nations Book of Beginnings Sons of Japheth Sons of Ham Sons of Shem Tower of Babel What about Races? Genesis 10:1-32 The Tower of Babel Genesis 11:1-4 Now the whole earth had one language and the same words. (2) And as people migrated from the east, they found a plain in the land of Shinar and settled there. (3) And they said to one another, "Come, let us make bricks, and burn them thoroughly." And they had brick for stone, and bitumen for mortar. (4) Then they said, "Come, let us build ourselves a city and a tower with its top in the heavens, and let us make a name for ourselves, lest we be dispersed over the face of the whole earth.“ ~2250 BC – about 100years after the Flood About 1000 to 10,000 people at this point One language. Plan against God.  God sent them out – but they gathered together to build a city, Shinar (Iraq) Build a tower going up to heaven. They build a city by man, for man and without God. Vs. 4 – note – let us make a name for ourselves – pride Genesis 11:5-9 (5) And the LORD came down to see the city and the tower, which the children of man had built. (6) And the LORD said, "Behold, they are one people, and they have all one language, and this is only the beginning of what they will do. And nothing that they propose to do will now be impossible for them. (7) Come, let us go down and there confuse their language, so that they may not understand one another's speech." (8) So the LORD dispersed them from there over the face of all the earth, and they left off building the city. (9) Therefore, its name was called Babel, because there the LORD confused the language of all the earth. And from there the LORD dispersed them over the face of all the earth. Language - one Let us go down – vs. 7 Confusion & dispersion Results of Babel Approx. 70 people groups dispersed Groups formed their own cultures Moved further from other cultures with little contact Gene pool – split up over time – distinct features & characteristics develop Correct understanding of human history – understanding of racism Early evolutionists – influenced idea of race Sin cause of racism Race – What does the Bible Say?? Always a great question Bible teaches – one race – human race (mankind) 1 Samuel 16:7 But the LORD said to Samuel, "Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the LORD sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the LORD looks on the heart." Acts 17:24-26 NKJV “God, who made the world and everything in it, since He is Lord of heaven and earth, does not dwell in temples made with hands. (25) "Nor is He worshiped with men's hands, as though He needed anything, since He gives to all life, breath, and all things. (26) "And He has made from one blood every nation of men to dwell on all the face of the earth, and has determined their pre-appointed times and the boundaries of their dwellings, Great commission – Go therefore and make disciples of all nations (Matt 28:19) Acts 10:28 NLT Peter told them, "You know it is against the Jewish laws for me to come into a Gentile home like this. But God has shown me that I should never think of anyone as impure. Acts 17:30 The times of ignorance God overlooked, but now he commands all people everywhere to repent.

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David Macdonald - July 21st 2024 -Studies in Genesis Part 9: The New World Genesis 9 The Great Flood Ends – Life Begins Again The Invitation – LTO The Deluge But God – Remembered Noah Climate Change 101 Ark Rested Leaving the Ark Sending of Noah - Genesis 9:1-4 Life is to be Perpetuated – fill the Earth – 1804 – 1Billion  1975 – 4 Billion  2024 – 8.1 Billion Life is to be Prolonged – dominion over animals (management)/animals + plants for food Do not eat Blood (Mark 7:15, Acts 10:9-16, Acts 15) Blood is the life sources of the animal (Lev17:11-12; Heb 9:22) Not a health concern only, but a spiritual concern – life/price of atonement (Leviticus) Life is sacred. Genesis 9:5-6 Life is to be Protected – death penalty & government established If you murder you will be killed This command is the basis for human government NT supports (Paul before Agrippa Acts 26) Romans 12:17-18, 2 Cor 13:1 Romans 13:1-7 Life is to be a Partnership with God – Covenant established Conditional covenant – e.g. – employee Unconditional Covenant – e.g. – marriage New covenant – Jeremiah 31 Jeremiah 31:31-34 Rainbow Sign of the covenant Preflood no rainbows, no rain We see it – a reminder of past judgment, salvation, and security Also associated with the throne of God. (Rev. 4:3) Covenant not to destroy the earth with a flood Unconditional Speaks to worldwide nature of the flood – many local floods since Genesis 9:20-23 Not many details given – he got drunk – drunkenness is a sin (Proverbs, Eph. 5:18) Drunkenness caused gross sin in 2 men in Genesis – Noah & Lot. Believers are not to be in an altered state of mind from alcohol or other drugs (Eph. 5:18) Proverbs 20:1 NLT Wine produces mockers; alcohol leads to brawls. Those led astray by drink cannot be wise. Proverbs 23:29-30 NLT Who has anguish? Who has sorrow? Who is always fighting? Who is always complaining? Who has unnecessary bruises? Who has bloodshot eyes? (30) It is the one who spends long hours in the taverns, trying out new drinks. The thing to bless became a curse Psalms 104:15 ESV …and wine to gladden the heart of man, oil to make his face shine and bread to strengthen man's heart. Genesis 9:28-29 After the flood Noah lived 350 years. (29) All the days of Noah were 950 years, and he died. Luke 3:23-38 Similarities Noah & Adam Adam was the head of the human race. Noah was the head of the human race after the Flood. Both are ancestors of all the people in the present world. Both were told to be fruitful and multiply and have dominion over the animals. Adam sinned by eating the forbidden fruit. Noah sinned (drunkenness) by drinking wine made from a fruit. Adam saw his nakedness after sinning. Noah's sin resulted in nakedness. God gave a covering for Adam's sin (coats of skins). Noah was provided with a covering for his nakedness by his two sons. God judged Adam's actions with a curse and promised a Saviour. Noah's actions resulted in a curse and also promise of a spiritual blessing through Shem.

Statistics show that Canadians are falling deeper into debt. With high inflation and interest rates, most of us are under a lot of financial pressure as we combat the rising cost of living. Carrying debt can put a strain on our financial health and emotional well-being but It can be hard to find the right debt relief solution.Licensed Insolvency Trustee, David Macdonald tackles this problem. Having a plan to cut your debt is the first step to becoming debt free. In this podcast David discusses:The negative connotations toward the word ‘budgeting'Accurately identifying your expenses and income Free resources to improve your financial literacyBudgeting apps that can make your life easierThe most important things NOT to do to try to lessen your debtWhen it's time to talk to a professionalLicensed Insolvency Trustees can help you get your finances back on track. They are considered some of the best debt professionals in the country and the only ones licensed by the federal government of Canada. About David MacdonaldDavid Macdonald has been helping people and small business owners resolve their financial problems since 2003 in British Columbia, Alberta and the Maritime provinces. He has been retained as a trusted advisor and service provider by many of Canada's banks, private lenders, First Nations and the CRA. David brings a practical, down-to-earth approach to his work, without judgement. In his spare time he volunteers his time to a number of charitable and non profit organizations. Additional ResourcesAllan Marshall & Associates Licensed Insolvency TrusteeCan A Debt Management Plan Get You Back On Track?Debt Relief Options To Help You Get Out Of Debt Today

David Macdonald talks about the effects of truth-in-sentencing policies. “Truth in Sentencing, Incentives and Recidivism” by David Macdonald. OTHER RESEARCH WE DISCUSS IN THIS EPISODE: “Police, prosecutors, criminals, and determinate sentencing: The truth about truth-in-sentencing laws” by Joanna M. Shepherd. “Responses to more severe punishment in the courtroom: Evidence from truth-in-sentencing laws" by Libor Dusek and Fusako Tsuchimoto. "Truthiness in punishment: The far reach of truth-in-sentencing laws in state courts" by Emily G. Owens. "How should inmates be released from prison? An assessment of parole versus fixed-sentence regimes" by Ilyana Kuziemko. "Can Parole Reduce Both Time Served and Crime?" by William Arbour & Steeve Marchand. “Parole Supervision on the Margins” by Michael LaForest-Tucker. “The effect of parole supervision on recidivism” by Evarn J. Ooi and Joanna Wang. "Prison Rehabilitation Programs and Recidivism: Evidence from Variations in Availability" by William Arbour, Guy Lacroix and Steeve Marchand "Can Recidivism Be Prevented From Behind Bars? Evidence From a Behavioral Program" by William Arbour. Probable Causation Episode 102: William Arbour

Finding yourself with unmanageable debt doesn't usually happen overnight. It is often a slow unnoticeable process that might start with being a few hundred dollars short every month. But the sooner you take action, the more options will be available. You'll have the ability to make decisions before your creditors do. If you think you are alone in this scenario, you would be mistaken. Licensed Insolvency Trustee, David Macdonald talks about taking a good look at your finances. How do you know how much debt is too much debt? David also covers:Debt statistics - what happened after the pandemicThe role banks are playing in the debt crisis Warning signs that let you know it's time to seek professional helpUsing credit for day to day expensesIs overdraft protection really protecting you?Options that can help break the debt cycleResources that can help with financial literacyFederally regulated, Licensed Insolvency Trustees are knowledgeable in all aspects of debt management. You can be assured you are receiving the best unbiased advice from these knowledgeable debt professionals.About David MacdonaldDavid Macdonald has been helping people and small business owners resolve their financial problems since 2003 in British Columbia, Alberta and the Maritime provinces. He has been retained as a trusted advisor and service provider by many of Canada's banks, private lenders, First Nations and the CRA. David brings a practical, down-to-earth approach to his work, without judgement. In his spare time he volunteers his time to a number of charitable and non profit organizations. Additional ResourcesAllan Marshall & Associates Licensed Insolvency TrusteeFinancial Management: Warning Signs Of Financial ProblemsSolutions to Financial Problems – Free Consultation & Debt Services

Eddie and Rocky talk Bengals with James Rapien, UFO's with David MacDonald, chat with John Matarese, and more on 700 WLW!

Eddie and Rocky talk Bengals with James Rapien, UFO's with David MacDonald, chat with John Matarese, and more on 700 WLW!

This is the fourth episode of our new series Japan Scalers. In this series, we will only interview guests who have surpassed 100 million yen in revenue annually. We have many interesting guests lined up for the upcoming episodes so make sure to follow us on social media and stay up to date with the podcast.  In this fourth episode, we are delighted to welcome David Macdonald, founder and CEO of DJMAC. His company specializes in corporate consulting and advisory, particularly in global and intercultural business challenges, drawing upon his extensive experience at Docomo, Disney, and YouTube, as well as his role as an outside director at KADOKAWA Corporation. Join us as David shares his journey as one of YouTube's early executives in Japan and Asia, and how he led the team that expanded the creator economy in the region. Starting with just 5 team members, David grew it to over 50 in 5 years, benefiting tens of thousands of YouTubers and businesses. Show notes: 00:00 Introduction 1:26 What is the “Creator Economy”? 2:38 Competitive Advantage 3:17 Stage 1 and the History of Youtube in Japan 7:25 Localization of the Market 10:12 Talent Scouting Youtubers and Partners 16:05 Tips on Getting Partners on Board 19:07 The Turning Point of Youtube 28:35 Importance of Localized Content 34:40 Who are the Right People to Hire? 37:22 What Defines Stage 2? 41:46 Challenges of Youtube 47:55 Takeaways from the Interview 49:08 What's Next? --- Links from Guest Appearance : Linkedin | DJMAC --- Exciting News for Getting More Sales in Japan !! We are thrilled to launch our live cohort course: "Mastering Sales Decks for the Japanese Market" hosted by Tyson Batino. This online program is for CEOs and sales professionals eager to enhance their sales pitches and improve their chances of securing meetings with Japanese corporate decision-makers. ⁠⁠⁠https://scalingyourcompany.com/salespamphlet/⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scalingjapanpodcast/message⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scalingjapanpodcast/message

Join guest host Malene Barnett as she talks with Lydia Thompson, Ashlynn Pope, and David Macdonald about the rich tapestry of ceramics across the Black Diaspora. From the ancestral lands of Africa, to the vibrant Caribbean and the diverse cultures of African Americans, join the panel as they explore the artistic expressions and design aesthetics that are rooted in clay. This conversation was recorded in front of a live studio audience at this year's NCECA conference in Richmond, VA.   Today's episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: The Rosenfield Collection of Functional Ceramic Art www.Rosenfieldcollection.com Bray Clay www.archiebrayclay.com

This week on rabble radio, we feature a segment from our most recent Off the Hill political panel. This month, our theme was ‘Off the Hill: Dissecting the 2024 federal budget.'  Our panel featured economist at the Centre for Future Work Jim Stanford, senior economist at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives David Macdonald, and writer and policy researcher Chuka Ejeckam. Co-hosted by Robin Browne and Libby Davies.  About our guests Jim Stanford is an economist and the director of the Centre for Future Work, a labour economics research institute with operations in Canada and Australia. David Macdonald is the senior economist at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA). He has been a commentator on national policy issues, appearing often in the Globe and Mail, Toronto Star and Canadian Press.  Chuka Ejeckam is a writer and policy researcher. His work focuses on inequity and inequality, drug policy, structural racism, and labour. He is also a columnist for rabble.ca. Check out the entire panel on rabbleTV or rabble's YouTube channel!  If you like the show please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find your podcasts. And please, rate, review, share rabble radio with your friends — it takes two seconds to support independent media like rabble. Follow us on social media across channels @rabbleca. 

The federal government plans to increase the capital gains tax for people, but only on those whose capital gains exceed $250,000. For their thoughts, Ontario Today invites Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives senior economist David Macdonald and Sahir Khan, executive vice president of the Institute of Fiscal Studies and Democracy.

Content Warning: In this episode of the podcast David Macdonald and I have a frank discussion of mental illness, depression, suicidal ideation and suicidal thoughts.If you are in Japan and want to talk to someone about these issues please consider contacting the Tokyo English lifeline at https://telljp.com/.Today on the podcast we have a very important conversation with David Macdonald about mental health challenges. Originally from Canada, David is CEO of an independent advisory and consulting firm, focused on supporting Japanese companies go global, and global companies come to Japan, especially in media and tech. Whilst in the corporate world David experienced some mental health challenges that led to a diagnosis of depression and then later bipolar disorder. In this episode David and I discuss what ikigai means to someone for whom simply getting out of bed in the morning is their reason to get out of bed.If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. In this episode you'll hear:What brought David to Japan in the 90sWhat it was like for David to be succeeding in his corporate career while simultaneously experiencing depression and being diagnosed as bipolarThe importance of being honest at work and at home about the internal challenges you are facingAbout the work of a Japanese firm, Tech Doctors, using data from wearable devices to improve diagnoses and therapies for various illnessesWhat you can do if you think someone you know is experiencing a mental health challenge like depressionAbout David:David is CEO of an independent advisory and consulting firm, focused on supporting Japanese companies go global, and global companies come to Japan, especially in media and tech. David brings decades of international experience, including strategic leadership, general management, culture development and talent strategy, and a rich multicultural background.A Canadian native with formative years in Germany and the UK, David came to Japan in 1995. Armed with a BA (Honors) in History and Politics (International Relations) and an MSc in East Asian Business, he also holds several qualifications in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Governance, and Cross-cultural Leadership and Management, and is a strong advocate of mental health awareness in the workforce, and is very open with his own struggles with bipolar disorder.He helped pioneer NTT DoCoMo's non-Japanese team in 1999, with the i-mode mobile internet service. His trajectory included key roles at major media and tech brands like Disney, Google (YouTube), and Discovery as GM and President for Japan. Much of his work at Discovery focused on transformation, and post-merger with Warner Media, he steered the Discovery business and served as VP for Networks. He also serves as an Independent Director for Tokyo Prime traded KADOKAWA CORPORATION, as a member of the remuneration committee, and stewards diverse non-profits as a member of their boards.Things mentioned in the episode:David's TedXtalk: https://www.ted.com/talks/david_macdonald_let_s_talk_about_mental_healthConnect with David:Website: http://djmac.jpLinkedIn:

Heading out on a routine patrol in Afghanistan was the last thing David Macdonald remembered prior to waking up in a hospital, three weeks later and half a world away.  His first question, "do I still have my legs”?       In this deeply moving episode of the Silvercore Podcast, David shares his harrowing experience that landed him in the hospital and his subsequent remarkable journey towards physical and mental healing.  As a passionate advocate for soldiers facing similar struggles, David sheds light on the importance of mental health support within the military community. David is an avid sports shooter and hunter and he delves into his work with Stoeger Canada and Beretta Defense Technologies, bringing next-generation weapons and technology to our soldiers.      Don't miss this powerful episode of the Silvercore Podcast that showcases the indomitable spirit of a true hero.   https://www.stoegercanada.ca/   https://www.berettadefensetechnologies.com/   https://www.instagram.com/berettadefensetechnologies/   https://www.instagram.com/bdtcanada/ ______ Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 Online Training - https://bit.ly/3nJKx7U Other Training & Services - https://bit.ly/3vw6kSU Merchandise - https://bit.ly/3ecyvk9 Blog Page - https://bit.ly/3nEHs8W Host Instagram - @Bader.Trav https://www.instagram.com/bader.trav Silvercore Instagram - @SilvercoreOutdoors https://www.instagram.com/silvercoreoutdoors ____

Harbinger Showcase is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from Canada's #1 coast-to-coast community of politically and socially progressive podcasts. On this week's episode we:look at labour actions, picket lines, labour boards and the role employer's dirty tricks play on THE ALBERTA ADVANTAGEtalk with the Canadian Center for Policy Alternatives' David Macdonald about the CCPA's annual alternative budget on REDEYEsit down with Dimitri Lascaris for a conversation upacking why are there so many super old Nazis in Canada on GREEN PLANET MONITOR explore how the Israeli arms industry uses the occupied Palestinian territories as a testing ground for weaponry and surveillance technology on Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East's CJPME DEBRIEFThe Harbinger Media Network includes more than 60 podcasts focusing on social, economic and environmental justice and featuring journalists, academics and activists on shows like Alberta Advantage, The Breach Show, Tech Won't Save Us, Press Progress Sources & more.Harbinger Showcase is syndicated for community and campus radio at CIUT 89.5FM in Toronto, CKUT 90.3FM in Montreal, CKUW 95.9FM in Winnipeg and at Vancouver Co-op Radio.Financial support on this episode is courtesy of The Alberta Advantage podcast, Sierra Club Canada and Fernwood Publishing. Find out more at albertaadvantagepod.com, get involved to limit oil and gas sector emmisions at sierraclub.ca/cap and find Kimia Elagh's 'Enough' at fernwoodpublishing.caFind Lesley Choyce 's new release 'The Untimely Resurrection of John Alexander MacNeilby' at fernwood publishing.ca Find out more about the network, subscribe to the weekly newsletter and support our work at harbingermedianetwork.comSubscribe to the shows featured on this episode wherever you get your podcasts.

The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives has just released its 24th alternative federal budget. The CCPA describe their budget as an exercise in expanding our collective imagination of what is possible, to instill hope in hard times, and to make crystal clear alternatives to the status quo. We talk with David Macdonald, senior economist for the CCPA.

Hun er fra Mars, og hun er på Netflix. For Netflix har heldigvis plads til klassikere, der måske var glemt - men som vi fandt. Benjamin og jeg har set denne utrolige film om en invasion fra Mars, hvor der åbenbart er mangel på mænd. Hør mere om Mars-boernes mission og den engelske film, når vi fortæller om vores oplevelser i denne nye Stegelcast-episode med video. DEVIL GIRL FROM MARS blev indspillet i England i 1954, med de amerikanske Danziger-brødre som producenter og skotten David MacDonald som instruktør. I hovedrollerne ses den mystiske Patricia Laffan som Mars-kvinden og Hugh McDermott som den mandlige helt fra jorden. Lyt med her og se de utrolige klip fra filmen, som altså kan streames på Netflix.

The push for assisted suicide in Canada in the name of compassion has made significant gains in recent years, but the witness of pro-life Catholic Kirsten MacDonald, who was diagnosed with debilitating Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (or ALS, also known as Lou Gherigs disease), demonstrates that every life is worth living, Despite coping with the lack of motor skills caused by ALS, Kirsten McDonald lives a life of vibrant faith and joy, offering her personal sufferings to Christ as a means of sanctification for herself and the world. Join John-Henry Westen in this special episode of the John-Henry Westen Show as he visits Kirsten and her husband David MacDonald in their Canadian home and shows why assisted suicide is no answer at all when it comes to dealing with suffering and hardship.To help Kirsten and her husband David MacDonald manage their health care costs in a nation that promotes assisted suicide, visit: https://www.lifefunder.com/kirstenLOVE LIFESITE? LOVE BEING PRO-LIFE? GET THE FIRST AND ONLY LIMITED EDITION PRO-LIFE SILVER ROUND FROM LIFESITENEWS: https://www.stjosephpartners.com/lifesite-silver-roundSHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ HELP US FIGHT THE CENSORSHIP OF BIG TECH: https://give.lifesitenews.com/Connect with us on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenewsJohn-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Kuhn and David MacDonald return to discuss Logic and Final Cut for iPad, the Ableton Push 3, Apple's World Wide Developer Conference, and the Apple Vision Pro. Robby struggles with his internet connection. In the Patreon feed: Zelda Talk. Subscribe to the Blog… RSS | Email Newsletter Subscribe to the Podcast in… Apple Podcasts | Overcast | Castro | Spotify | RSS Support Music Ed Tech Talk Become a Patron! Buy me a coffee Thanks to my sponsors this month, Scale Exercise Play-Along Tracks. Show Notes: Berklee Connect 2023 MOLA Berlin 2023 Push 3 Half Notes: A comparison of tablet music reader technology experiences - Scoring Notes The best iPad score reader for most people 2023 update - Scoring Notes Final Cut for iPad Logic Pro for iPad Dorico 5 WWDC 2023 iOS 17 Preview iPadOS 17 Preview macOS Sonoma Preview watchOS 10 Preview Apple Vision Pro Wine Whisky John Gruber the Talk Show: Live from WWDC 2023 App of the Week: Robby - Sequel Will - Whiskey David - Newzik Album of the Week: Robby - KNOWER FOREVER Will - [1000 Gecs](https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kmoCFzuKniN8yTiL701Ardjwq7oMkvnz8 David - WDR Big Band on YouTube Where to Find Us: Robby - Blog | Book Will  David  Art by Ryan Bailey. Please don't forget to rate the show and share it with others!

Jaye returns to the show to talk about AI, robots, mechanical keyboards, analog habits, Bluey, and focus modes.   Subscribe to the Blog… RSS | Email Newsletter Subscribe to the Podcast in… Apple Podcasts | Overcast | Castro | Spotify | RSS Support Music Ed Tech Talk Become a Patron! Buy me a coffee Thanks to my sponsors this month, Scale Exercise Play-Along Tracks. Show Notes: WHERE TO FIND JAYE ChatGPT, Mastodon, and New iPad Apps — Robby BurnsAI Connected S-GPT Robot or Not Electronic Music School - Paperback - Will Kuhn; Ethan Hein - Oxford University Press Keychron | Wireless Mechanical Keyboards for Mac, Windows and Phones Drop + biip MT3 Extended 2048 Custom Keycap Set | Dye-subbed PBT Keycaps | Custom Keycaps My new ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/robert-oster-black-violet-50ml-bottled-ink?gclid=Cj0KCQjwqNqkBhDlARIsAFaxvwxl8Mk_ACMGMKDYjduT2kf0aVbVOIgUU-nbMsmY4OXVQ7DW0j5m4u8aApb3EALw_wcB Holiday Gift Guide 2022, with David MacDonald and Craig McClellan — Robby Burns “Sidekick Notepad” graphic notepad by Cortex Podcast. | Cotton Bureau Cortex Pocast CPG Grey Bluey Using Focus Modes Laid back Camp Restaurant to Another World Cowboy Bebop Attack on Titan ClickUp Show edited by Jaye Mateyko. Artwork by Ryan Bailey. Please don't forget to rate the show and share it with others!

David returns to discuss Apple Music Classical, new updates to Farrago and forScore, and other music tech news. Subscribe to the Blog… RSS | Email Newsletter Subscribe to the Podcast in… Apple Podcasts | Overcast | Castro | Spotify | RSS Support Music Ed Tech Talk Become a Patron! Buy me a coffee Thanks to my sponsors this month, Scale Exercise Play-Along Tracks. Show Notes: Raycast S-GPT Pizza Calculator Soulver Farrago forScore 14 freesound.org Rehearal Automation Blog Post Anytune Apple Music Classical Stream Deck app IDAGIO App of the Week: Robby - DayOne David - Airalo Album of the Week: Robby - Makaya McCraven - In These Times David - Caroline Shaw and Sō Percussion - Let the Soil Play Tech Tip of the Week: Robby - Streamdeck StageManager iOS App Workflow with Frarago during class David - Shazam in Control Center Where to Find Us: Robby - Blog | Book David - Website Please don't forget to rate the show and share it with others!

With the introduction of $10-a-day child-care programs across Canada, more parents have better access to daycare for their children, though the obvious hurdle is the available space for this recent influx. A Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) study published this past week found almost half of younger Cdn children live in a “child-care desert”. That means a postal code that has more than three children for every single licensed space. David Macdonald, co-author of the study and senior economist at CCPA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josephoine Botting of the British Film Institute joins Ian to talk writer and director Muriel Box. Box is the most prolific female film director in British film history and also the first woman to win an Oscar for original screenplay. Jo talks about her major retrospective of Box's work showing at the BFI this month and we take a look at three of her standout films. Good Time Girl (1948). Directed by David MacDonald. Written by Muriel and Sydney Box. Starring Jean Kent, Dennis Price and Diana DorsStreet Corner (1953). Directed by Muriel Box. Written by Muriel and Sydney Box. Starring Anne Crawford, Peggy Cummins and Rosalind Johns. The Passionate Stranger (1957). Directed by Muriel Box. Written by Muriel and Sydney Box. Starring Margaret Leighton, Ralph Richardson, Patricia Dainton and Carlo Giustini.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5639429/advertisement

April 27, 2023 - Canada conducted its first two evacuation flights out of Sudan on Thursday as nations around the world scramble to evacuate their citizens. And as negotiations reach an impasse and pickets broaden across the country, economists David MacDonald and Pedro Antunes break down the potential economic effects of the federal public service strike.

We are no strangers to inflation, with the cost of living soaring to new records. But what's really causing inflation? Where are our dollars going and what's the impact on the economy? On today's podcast, David Macdonald, a senior economist at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, returns to discuss his research on why we see inflation and who benefits. David also shares his thoughts on employment, where wages are headed, and whether credit card debt will continue to trend upwards. Tune in for a very informative discussion! Related Links: Podcast 319: CERB Transition to EI https://youtu.be/piEhsYgWU8I Podcast 114: Basic Income, Is it a Silver Bullet for Poverty? https://youtu.be/mi3tWjg1bC4 Where Are Your Inflation Dollars Going Report: https://policyalternatives.ca/publications/reports/where-are-your-inflation-dollars-going David Macdonald on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DavidMacCdn Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives: https://policyalternatives.ca/ Episode 435 December 31, 2022, Year-End Predictions show, https://youtu.be/3i22JpmcozY Statistics Canada Consumer Price Index Portal: https://www.statcan.gc.ca/en/subjects-start/prices_and_price_indexes/consumer_price_indexes Statistics Canada. Table 18-10-0004-01  Consumer Price Index, monthly, not seasonally adjusted https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/t1/tbl1/en/tv.action?pid=1810000401   Time Stamps: 1:34 What is Inflation and Where Is It Going 5:10 Who Benefits From Inflation? 12:42 Wages vs. Inflation 16:27 Is Unemployment Actually Low? 18:48 Why We Didn't Have the Great Resignation in Canada 24:30 Is Now the Best Time To Change Jobs? 27:10 Will Credit Card Debt Keep Going Up?

Div MacDonald from PieAndBovril.com joins Greg and Selectabet for their weekly look ahead to the best bets in Scotland this weekend.

Dr. David MacDonald started out as a conventional veterinarian but eventually discovered new ways of treating patients in an integrative perspective. Listen to his journey here in this interview with Dr. Karen Becker.

David MacDonald joins the show to discuss ChatGPT, Mastodon, new creative iPad apps, and more. Subscribe to the Blog… RSS | Email Newsletter Subscribe to the Podcast in… Apple Podcasts | Overcast | Castro | Spotify | RSS Support Music Ed Tech Talk Become a Patron! Buy me a coffee Thanks to my sponsors this month, Scale Exercise Play-Along Tracks. Show Notes: Music Ed and Tech News Top 10 Apps for Music Teachers in 2023 Freeform Jamboard in the Music Classroom Freeform OmniGraffle Obsidian Canvas Feature Markdown MuseScore 4 Review on Scoring Notes Deckset Soulver DaVinci Resolve for iPad Affinity Apps Photo Design Publisher App of the Week: Robby - Ivory David MacDonald - The Eurorack Simulator Music of the Week: Robby - Fame - Cipher David MacDonald - The Books - Lost and Safe Where to Find Us: Robby - Mastodon | Blog | Book David MacDonald - Mastodon | Website Please don't forget to rate the show and share it with others!

Today on the Tales of a Red Clay Rambler Podcast I have an interview with Osa Atoe. She transitioned to clay a decade ago after spending years as a musician playing in bands and documenting the punk scene. Her functional forms are decorated with geometric patterns that break under flowing matte glazes in reference to the ever-changing shoreline of the Gulf Coast of Florida, where she lives. In our interview we talk about her path to clay, founding the Kaabo Clay Collective—a mutual aid organization for Black potters, and the documentary Vessels for the Human Spirit, which she is making about David MacDonald. For more information visit www.potterybyosa.com and www.kaaboclaycollective.com.   Today's episode is brought to you by the following sponsors:   For the past 100 years, AMACO Brent has been creating ceramic supplies for our community ranging from underglazes to electric kilns, and they have no plans of slowing down. www.amaco.com

By 9:43am on January 3, many of the 100 highest-paid CEOs in Canada had made as much money as the average Canadian worker makes in a year, close to $59,000. New data from 2021 shows that top CEOs broke every compensation record on the books that year. We speak with David Macdonald, author of Breakfast of Champions, a new report on CEO pay.

Philip Rothman and David MacDonald review significant themes and product releases, reflect on our favorite podcast episodes, recall fun times, spread holiday cheer, and refresh ourselves for the year ahead in the world of music notation software and related technology. More from Scoring Notes: Scoring Notes product guide Podcast highlights from 2022: From “zero to slice”: Soundslice takes on optical music recognition with AI Melissa Smey's commission mission Setting the scene with Joshua Luty Tim Davies takes the macro view MOLA 2022: Advancements in music notation software Cleo Huggins, the designer of the first music font The rights stuff

Show regulars Craig McClellan and Dr. David MacDonald join the show to talk about stuff we like. Subscribe to the Blog… RSS | Email Newsletter Subscribe to the Podcast in… Apple Podcasts | Overcast | Castro | Spotify | RSS Support Music Ed Tech Talk Become a Patron! Buy me a coffee Thanks to my sponsors this month, Scale Exercise Play-Along Tracks. Show Notes: Music Ed and Tech News Music Ed Tech Talk Episode 62 Free Form Ableton Note Ableton Link in Logic Books Two from Dan Charnas: Dilla Time Clean Work Liz Lerman and John Borstel: Critique is Creative New Standards: 101 Lead Sheets By Women Composers Software 1Password Gift Cards Farrago Affinity Apps - Designer / Photo / Publisher Drafts AirBuddy Fantastical Services Trade Coffee YESPLZ Coffee Apple Fitness+ Peloton Educator Pricing Headspace for Educators Duolingo Family Hardware and Gadgets Apple MagSafe Battery Pack AirPods Kindle Paperwhite Stream Deck Notation Express Stream Deck Profile for Dorico - Notation Central Anker 733 Power Bank Anker 733 Power Bank (GaNPrime PowerCore 65W), 2-in-1 Hybrid Charger, 10,000mAh 30W USB-C Portable Charger with 65W Wall Charger, Works for iPhone 13, Samsung, Pixel, MacBook, Dell, and More Insta360 Link Webcam Bags, Pens, and other Misc stuff The Pen Addict Podcast Pilot Metropolitan JetPens.com - Pilot Iroshizuku Shin-kai Ink (Deep Sea) - 6 Cartridges Rhodia Notepad Plotter Tom Bihn Bags Paragon Medium Cafe Freudian Slip Peak Design Everyday Backpack BAGSMART Electronic Organizer Small Travel Cable Organizer Bag for Hard Drives, Cables, USB, SD Card Grey BAGSMART Electronic Organizer Small Travel Cable Organizer Bag for Hard Drives, Cables, USB, SD Card Grey App of the Week: Robby - Spring for Twitter David MacDonald - Cleanshot X / Spaceteam (Board game version) Craig McClellan - Timery Music of the Week: Robby - Carly Rae Jepsen: The Loneliest Time David MacDonald - Béla Fleck, Mike Marshall and Edgar Meyer: Uncommon Ritual Craig McClellan - Bonny Light Horseman: Rolling Golden Holy Tech Tip of the Week: Robby - Curating your social media experience David MacDonald - Firefox add-on: Display Anchors https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/display-_anchors/ Craig McClellan - Focus Mode Updates Where to Find Us: Robby - Twitter | Blog | Book David MacDonald - Twitter | Website Craig McClellan - Twitter | Website Please don't forget to rate the show and share it with others!

It's here! Black Friday, the time when retailers and consumers meet in the happy place of sales and specials. This time can be about more just getting a few dollars off, though — it can be an opportunity to acquire new skills using products and services that will benefit you all year round. To that end, Philip Rothman and David MacDonald run through all the deals we know about for music notation software, and recap some of the latest new features that could entice you to open your wallet. We break down the ways to save while spending, including stacking discounts and taking advantage of competitive crossgrade offers, which can yield significant reductions on the overall cost of acquiring many of the products we cover on a regular basis. We also talk about the offers for some related technology, like web apps, sound libraries, graphic design software, and more, making this episode holiday music to anyone's ears.

We've spoken about opera occasionally on a few Scoring Notes episodes — like in the 2-parter we did on lyrics, for instance. But a genre as big and complex as opera deserves our uninterrupted focus. Around for centuries as an art form, opera continues its appeal through the present day, with many contemporary composers working in this area, including a few that have made it their specialty. Due to its length, large forces and form, multiple movements, revisions, vocal elements, piano reductions, and more, if you're working with opera, you stand to benefit from a strong knowledge of different areas of music notation software. Joshua Luty joins Philip Rothman and David MacDonald to talk all about the intersection of the timeless art form of opera and the use of technology to help prepare it. Joshua is the music librarian for the Houston Grand Opera and serves with Philip on the MOLA Technology Committee. You won't have to search too hard to find his expert advice on the some of the Dorico and engraving forums on the socials. In addition to those credentials, Joshua's the editor and rental librarian for the composer Joel Thompson, and the Former Lead Editorial Assistant for the George and Ira Gershwin Critical Edition at the University of Michigan's Gershwin Initiative, and has had other notable positions in the music field. Joshua takes us behind the curtain and into the dungeon of the opera music library, preparing a new opera from conception to workshop to revisions and finally performance. We discuss the mix of old-fashioned and new technology that Joshua and his colleagues use to make it all happen, and learn some surprising facts about the process. We also get essential advice about the importance of vocal scores, preparing parts, how to label inserts, cueing, and printing. Whether or not you work on opera, this podcast episode “sets the scene” with practical advice that you can “act” on when using music notation software and related technology to produce your next creation. More from Scoring Notes: Lyrics and vocal music, part 1 Lyrics and vocal music, part 2 Working with page numbers in Sibelius

Guests: Kelly Matheson, a recently retired teacher, and David Macdonald, senior economist at Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. During the pandemic, Americans quit their jobs in such high numbers that the trend was dubbed The Great Resignation. Economists watched for signs of it in Canada, but it just did not happen here. It seems instead more people are retiring, and many at a younger age. The Great Retirement could have serious ramifications as it affects industries like health care and education, and leaves the question if it could become more widespread. This episode was produced by Alexis Green, Matthew Hearn and Raju Mudhar.

If you're not up to date, then you're missing out on the latest features. That's always been true, but perhaps never more so than now, with regular updates being the norm for music notation software. Philip Rothman and David MacDonald review the latest updates to Dorico, Sibelius, Finale, and MuseScore, and highlight the most useful new features — and what's in those updates that may portend well for the future.

It's been said time and again, the National Park Service is not adequately funded. There's just not enough money in the agency's annual budgets to address all the needs across the National Park System. And those needs are many, from maintaining facilities, keeping wastewater treatment plans operating smoothly, managing wildlife, and tending to ever growing throngs of visitors. That's where friends groups and cooperating associations come into play. They provide much-needed financial support through philanthropic donations that might pay for wildlife research, trail maintenance, or campground upkeep. Friends of Acadia is one such group, and its workload has grown through the years. While friends groups once were seen as raising charitable dollars to fund the “margin of excellence” in the parks, today the Park Service is relying more and more on these nonprofit organizations to fund projects addressing the “muscle and bones” of park operations. Today we're going to discuss this evolution with Eric Stiles, who recently took the helm at Friends of Acadia following David MacDonald's departure.

Tim Davies calls himself “really an arranger that fell into orchestrating,” but that barely begins to describe the active and successful musical life that he leads. Born and educated in Australia, now based in Los Angeles, the Grammy-nominated and Annie-winning musician splits his time between orchestrating for features, television, and video games; composing his own scores; and conducting and arranging for orchestras all around the globe. Tim's film and TV credits as lead orchestrator and/or conductor include Frozen and Frozen 2, both Ant-Man movies, The Lego Movie 2, La La Land, Trolls, and The Peanuts Movie. He's prolific in the world of video games, including God of War, Infamous, Sims, the Resistance and Batman franchises, Spider-man, and Halo: Infinite. He's a busy conductor in concert halls and other live venues specializing in live to picture scores, and we haven't even mentioned all the special projects he's arranged for productions like the BBC Proms and Academy Awards. And if that wasn't enough, that pair of Grammy nominations were for his own big band recordings, where he not only composed the music, but played the drums, as well. Despite his busy schedule, Tim not only finds time to write extensively about his experience and approaches on his web site, timusic.net, but counts it as one of the most important things that he does. The series of articles about the craft of orchestration — complete with illustrated examples — numbers well into the dozens, and explores related subjects like conducting, jazz voicing, and — our favorite — music notation software. Philip Rothman and David MacDonald have a wide-ranging conversation with Tim in which all of those topics are explored. We start with Tim's early days as a student, where he made his own opportunities, and how his initiative and innate musicality combined with a relentless pursuit of practicality — along with a healthy dose of keyboard macros — has served him well as he worked his way to being one of the most sought-after professionals in the business. More on Scoring Notes: Dave Metzger, part 1: Arranging and orchestrating Dave Metzger, part 2: Workflow and tech

We continue to share some interviews that we did with members of MOLA, An Association of Performance Librarians, at their annual conference in June. We're calling these brief conversations "Scoring Half Notes". In this segment, we talk with Mark Fabulich, an assistant librarian at the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Mark is the chair of MOLA's Technology Committee. In that role, he guides its members as they stay on top of the latest digital developments and disseminate that information to the general MOLA membership. At the MOLA conference, Mark co-delivered a presentation entitled “(Y)Our Future with Digital Sheet Music” with Georgina Govier, head of music library at the Welsh National Opera, as well as with none other than Scoring Notes podcast co-host David MacDonald. We talk about the content of that presentation, as well as other technologies like Photoshop, spreadsheets, and, of course, music notation software — all of which today's performance librarian needs to have at their disposal in their modern digital toolbox. More from Scoring Notes: MOLA 2022: Advancements in music notation software MOLA 2022 conference wrap-up Half Notes: Jane Cross, keeping music files safe

At the 2022 MOLA conference, Philip Rothman and David MacDonald jointly presented a session called “Advancements in Music Notation Software”. It's a summary of the developments from the past year or so in the world of music notation software and related technology, and we thought it made for a great podcast episode if you're looking to get caught up on what's new or just refresh your memory. We took some questions from the audience, too, and put it all together for you here on Scoring Notes. Later this month, we'll release some brief bonus segments featuring conversations we had with our librarian colleagues, so look for those in your Scoring Notes podcast feed. More from Scoring Notes: MOLA 2022 conference wrap-up Measure items in PDFs using Acrobat Reader and Preview A review of optical music recognition software Scoring Notes Product Guide

What happens when you combine custom fonts, fine-tuned engraving settings, and decades of collective music preparation expertise? The Scoring Express templates for Sibelius, Dorico, and Finale. Philip Rothman and David MacDonald talk with Joseph Trefler and Leo Nicholson about the creation of new template suites for Finale and Dorico, along with an update to the Sibelius version. We discuss the catalysts for creating professional, easy-to-use solutions for each application, and explore the high-level concepts of using Scoring Express along with the nerdy minutiae. More on Scoring Notes: Scoring Express for Dorico and Finale released; Sibelius templates updated

Allison Loggins-Hull and Nathalie Joachim are distinguished flutists and composers, and Flutronix, the name of their duo, says it all. Known for their unique blend of classical, hip hop, electronic programming and soulful vocals, music and technology intersect constantly in their work and music. They're active in all of those genres and more, and yet somehow they found time to talk to Philip Rothman and David MacDonald about all of it. We first learn about how Allison and Nathalie met and began their collaboration, and the process of creating brand new repertoire for their unique combination of two flutes and electronica. They tell us about their influences and process of composition, and how, despite various labels being applied to their music, they aim to defy genre classification and instead simply create music that they want to play and hear. We then get into the tech, starting with, what else: music notation software. Allison and Nathalie use Sibelius and they talk about how it helps them visualize their music, both at a macro level as well as with respect to the finer details of harmony and chord structure. Their use of digital audio workstations as well as hardware and software synths play a crucial role in creating and developing their sounds, and we find our what they're currently using and how they use it with music notation software. Finally, we discuss the importance of music preparation and how essential well-prepared scores and parts are in rehearsal, especially when other elements like electronics are literally in the mix. Heard on this episode: Life Lines, by Nathalie Joachim Wander, by Nathalie Joachim Suite pou Dantan: III. Resevwa li, by Nathalie Joachim Homeland, by Allison Loggins-Hull Brown Squares, by Flutronix

When using music notation software and other technology, it can be worthwhile to have a consistent workspace for a long period of time. Sometimes, though, the opportunity presents itself to start anew. On this podcast episode, Philip Rothman and David MacDonald talk about making those upgrades — from the desk itself, to what's on and around it. For a the full list of everything we discussed on this episode, and more, with links to products we describe, see David MacDonald's companion Scoring Notes post: Upgrade your desk.