Podcasts about delawareans

As state officials and lawmakers look for ways to help Delawareans facing rising utility prices, one long-term answer could be solar – specifically something known as net-metering for homes and businesses that install solar panels.A recent report produced for the Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility, also known as Energize Delaware, suggests investment in net-metering produces significant benefits.This week, contributor Jon Hurdle takes a closer look at the report and what it could mean for the First State.

This week, The Green brings you the second episode of the new Delaware Humanities' podcast People and Planet. The podcast explores how Delawareans connect to the environments and cultures around them, and the cultural practices and creative works that bring us closer to the planet we call home.In this episode, entomologist, author, and professor at the University of Delaware's Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology, Doug Tallamy, examines the pressures facing the delicate relationship between the native plants and insects that help build healthy ecosystems.

Recycling feels like second nature for many at this point – toss your plastic cup in the blue bin, and the rest takes care of itself.But how much of what you put in that bin actually gets recycled? And do Delawareans really know the dos and don'ts when it comes to recycling the right way?University of Delaware senior and Delaware Public Media intern Jack Silverberg examines the First State's recycling and sustainability efforts, and outreach aimed at educating young people and the broader community.

This week, The Green brings you the first episode of the new Delaware Humanities' podcast People and Planet. The podcast explores how Delawareans connect to the environments and cultures around them, and the cultural practices and creative works that bring us closer to the planet we call home.In this episode, former Delaware Dept. of Agriculture Secretary Ed Kee discusses the history and significance of agriculture in the state and its place in today's world.

Delaware has a new leader tasked with addressing one of the state's most pressing challenges – housing, specifically affordable housing.Matthew Heckles now leads the Delaware State Housing Authority, and he's no stranger to the agency. He previously served as a legislative and policy advisor for DSHA and more recently as the Mid-Atlantic Regional Administrator for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.This week, Delaware Public Media's Abigail Lee sat down with Heckles to discuss his plans to tackle the state's housing crisis and make housing more accessible for Delawareans.

Delaware issued its last round of recreational marijuana business licenses to hopeful applicants in December, but those license holders haven't begun dispensing recreational cannabis just yet.April 1st – a month later than the initial target – has been circulated as the new date to have the First State's recreational marijuana market up and running, but delays in federal background checks have put that timeline into question. As license holders anxiously wait for the go-ahead to bring safe and legal cannabis to Delawareans – and as the state looks for a new marijuana commissioner – uncertainty looms over the recreational market.In episode two of Delaware's High Hopes, Delaware Public Media's Sarah Petrowich checked back in with license holders and discussed concerns over these delays with an industry advocate and the legislator behind the legalization of recreational marijuana.

During the recent winter months, many Delawareans have seen a sharp increase in their energy bills – increases large enough to prompt Gov. Matt Meyer and lawmakers to seek ways to help ease the burden those bills are creating.But more sticker shock could be on the way, this time from your water bill as water utilities seek to recover some of the cost of upgrades needed to filter the so-called ‘forever chemicals' known as PFAS out of drinking water.This week, contributor Jon Hurdle reports on what these water rates could look like and if some efforts to rein in energy costs could also help with water bills.

Delaware recently signed an agreement to lease land at 3Rs Beach in Delaware Seashore State Park to US Wind to serve as the power access point for its planned Maryland offshore wind project. While that project has received all necessary federal and Delaware permits, Sussex County denied a conditional use permit for the substation and the project faces a pair of lawsuits targeting the permitting process and the environmental impacts.These flashpoints and the larger discussion of the potential benefits and drawbacks of offshore wind raise questions: how well do Delawareans understand offshore wind and how can that understanding be improved?This week, Delaware Public Media's Tom Byrne sat down with Kathryn Lienhard – an Offshore Wind Energy Research Associate for Delaware Sea Grant's Marine Advisory Service – to discuss offshore wind literacy and the debate over offshore wind in the First State.

[This blog will always be free to read, but it's also how I pay my bills. If you have suggestions or feedback on how I can earn your paid subscription, shoot me an email: cmclymer@gmail.com.]Yesterday, GOP Congresswoman Nancy Mace introduced a resolution to the House rules package that would require all people to use only restrooms corresponding with their sex assigned at birth, essentially intended as a ban on trans women from using women's restrooms in the U.S. Capitol. This is being done as Sarah McBride of Delaware is set to become the first openly-trans Member of Congress. It remains very unclear how this rule would be enforced, and when Rep. Mace was asked that exact question last night, she refused to offer anything in the way of a direct answer. What I find most interesting about all this is that trans women have been using women's restrooms in the Capitol and the House and Senate office buildings and the White House and the Pentagon for many years now, including during all four years of the Trump Administration. Under Donald Trump's leadership, trans women were permitted to use women's restrooms in federal buildings in D.C. and there was never any issue. I have attended hundreds of political events in D.C. over the years and used the restroom at many of them, including in all the buildings listed above.I have washed my hands countless times at the sink next to conservative and Republican women and even had pleasant and brief conversations with many of them.There's never been an issue. Because the whole point of going to the restroom is to do your business in a private stall and then wash your hands and maybe touch up your make-up and, on occasion, with friends, there might be conversations at the sink.That's it. I'm sorry there's no mystery here. It's pretty straightforward and banal.In fact, the only time I need to worry about using a public restroom is when I travel outside of D.C., always double-checking to see if there are non-discrimination protections in airports during a layover. If there aren't, I need to locate a single-occupancy restroom and/or carefully plan what I eat and drink during that leg of the trip.In the four years that Rep. Nancy Mace has been in Congress, she's known that trans women use women's restrooms in federal buildings in D.C. and it's never been an issue for her. Not once. In all this time. Until the first trans woman was elected to Congress. Then it suddenly became an issue. Doesn't it seem like this is an incredibly cynical and cruel attempt on the part of Congresswoman Mace to manufacture outrage and divide people over something that hasn't been a problem?Congresswoman-elect Sarah McBride offered an astute and admirable response:Every day Americans go to work with people who have life journeys different than their own and engage with them respectfully, I hope members of Congress can muster that same kindness.This is a blatant attempt from far right-wing extremists to distract from the fact that they have no real solutions to what Americans are facing. We should be focused on bringing down the cost of housing, health care, and child care, not manufacturing culture wars. Delawareans sent me here to make the American dream more affordable and accessible and that's what I'm focused on.I'm glad at least one elected official in this story has the character and discipline to keep focused on the needs of her constituents. She sees petty and cruel distractions for what they are: small and sad. But I do feel bad for Congresswoman Mace, who is so desperate for attention that she resorts to policing how others pee and being obsessed with their genitals.I shall genuinely pray for her growth.Charlotte's Web Thoughts is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Charlotte's Web Thoughts at charlotteclymer.substack.com/subscribe

As next month's Delaware primary election approaches, Delaware Public Media is ramping up its coverage of the races and issues important to Delawareans.One area we are examining is issues surrounding the First State's environment. Offshore wind, electric vehicles, ‘forever chemicals,' and sea-level rise are just some of the topics that candidates are being asked to address to gauge their ability to lead on environmental issues.This week, Delaware Public Media contributor Jon Hurdle reports on his conversations with candidates up and down the ballot on where they stand on key environmental challenges the state faces.

Imagine transforming recycled tires into a thriving footwear business, then pivoting to reduce homelessness and run for governor. Sounds impossible, right? Not for Matt Meyer, this week's Outside Insights guest. I had the privilege of speaking with Meyer to explore his approach to leadership, the impactful initiatives he's been part of, and his vision for Delaware's future.Matt's desire to make a positive impact was strong even before his teaching and political career, starting with a move to Kenya. After serving as a diplomat in Iraq, where he was embedded with the army, Matt returned to the U.S. and—you wouldn't have guessed it—began teaching sixth and seventh-grade math. During his time as a teacher, he became dissatisfied with the state's education system. Driven by a desire to create meaningful change, Meyer decided to run for office. Despite initial skepticism from his family and the challenge of facing a well-established incumbent, his grassroots campaign led to an unexpected victory. This experience underscored his belief in community-driven initiatives and the power of perseverance—both popular topics here at Outside Insights.Matt's desire to make a positive impact was strong even before his teaching and political career and started with a move to Kenya. There, he co-founded a footwear company that created sandals from recycled tires.  This venture provided employment and economic opportunities in one of Nairobi's poorest neighborhoods and the challenges and successes of this endeavor gave him a unique perspective on economic development.Today, as the chief executive of New Castle County, Delaware's largest county, Matt Meyer oversees essential services such as law enforcement, emergency response, libraries, parks, and affordable housing. His leadership focuses on practical solutions that directly impact people's lives over political rhetoric. “We don't make promises, we make plans, and then our job is to turn those plans into real progress.” – Matt Meyer Meyer's vision for Delaware as governor is focused on three key areas: improving education, healthcare, and housing. Drawing on his background as a teacher, he aims to elevate Delaware's education system. In healthcare, he seeks to make services more accessible and effective, inspired by his wife's experience as an emergency room physician. Additionally, he plans to tackle the state's affordable housing shortage to ensure more Delawareans have stable homes. To learn more about Matt's journey and vision for Delaware, listen to the full podcast episode here. For more inspiring stories and actionable insights, tune into the Outside Insights podcast. You never know who our next guest will be! Until next time friends,Chris

Delaware has one of the oldest populations in the country, with nearly a quarter of Delawareans now at least 65-years-old, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.Although people are aware of the physical challenges of aging, what about our mental health?Delaware Public Media's Kyle McKinnon sits down this week with Geriatric Psychiatrist Dr. James Ellison – President of the Psychiatric Society of Delaware and consultant to Beebe Healthcare – to learn more about the unique mental health issues that older adults grapple with.

Outside of Legislative Hall, Delaware Democrats in Health Care Professions are warning that forcing hospitals' budgets to be controlled by political appointees is dangerous for Delawareans. State House Democrats pushed it through, anyway! House Minority Leader Mike Ramone tells the story to Rick Jensen.

This Monday, April 8th, millions will gather across the U.S. to witness the first total solar eclipse in seven years.Although the First State isn't in the coveted path of totality, Delawareans will still experience a partial eclipse, if the weather holds up.Delaware Public Media's Kyle McKinnon checks in with University of Delaware assistant professor of physics and astronomy Sally Dodson-Robinson to learn about the total solar eclipse and where to view the rare cosmic event.

A swarm of environmental threats are driving down bee populations worldwide. In response, honeybees and their keepers in North America became the face of “Save the Bees.”But apiarists in Delaware are sounding the alarm on the ongoing threat to native bee populations.Delaware Public Media's Rachel Sawicki explores the buzz about bees this week with First State experts and advocates, and what Delawareans can do to help certain bee species take flight.

Next week, there's an extra day tacked onto the end of February known as Leap Day; a necessary calendar quirk that pops up every four years.But just like every other day of the year, thousands of babies are born on Leap Day, which puts them in the unusual position of only having a birthday every four years.In this week's edition of Enlighten Me, Delaware Public Media's Rachel Sawicki talks with some Delawareans about life as a Leap Day baby.

This week, The Green brings you a portion of the latest episode of the Delaware Humanities' podcast 2023/1973 In Conversation. The podcast celebrates Delaware Humanities' 50th anniversary by focusing on the conversations it's engaged in with Delawareans for more than 50 years and continues to encourage today.In this episode, Ed Ratledge – Director of the University of Delaware's Center for Applied Demography and Survey Research – examines the First State's demographic shifts and the issues communities face as those demographics change.

In Delaware, the phrase "Build Absolutely Nothing Anywhere Near Anything" has become all too familiar in the housing industry. Fluctuating interest rates, material costs, and inventory have made housing a hot topic of discussion in the First State. The demand for various types of housing—affordable, workforce, senior, and seasonal—is great to support the needs of Delawareans. Sitting down at the table are Preston Schell of Ocean Atlantic Companies and Logan Herring of the WRK Group, who will explore the triumphs and shortcomings of housing in Delaware, and what's next on the horizon.

Jeff Ronald, MS Co-Founder & Chairman of the Board and Judson Malone, Co-Founder and Volunteer Executive Director of The Springboard Collaborative, Inc. discussed the statewide Delaware nonprofit dedicated to building dignified dwellings and real communities for the homeless.  Inspired by Denmark and Finland's housing solutions and the Stanford's Collective Impact, they provide simple, pod housing that offers privacy, security, and that important physical mailing address. Working with area social service providers, TSC provides disadvantaged Delawareans low or no cost interim shelter in a small community that offers ‘wrap around' services that focus on food security, education and employment opportunities, substance abuse and mental health treatment and primary and specialized healthcare. They help our marginalized neighbors stabilize, achieve self-reliance and pursue their full potential, all aimed at achieving financial wellness toward getting and keeping permanent housing.   TSC goal by 2029 is ultimately achieving ‘Functional Zero' homelessness in Delaware.  “We can transform Delaware into a state with near-real-time, sustainable zero homelessness… Join us in making Vision2029 a reality…homelessness is solvable.” The-Springboard.org

Dr. Kara Odom Walker, Executive Vice President, Chief Population Health Officer, Nemours Children's Health, discussed the health system's commitment to community health, the social determinants of health as well as food insecurity in the region.  She spoke on the surprising three areas most Delawareans reported as impacting their health and security most – stable housing, food and internet access.  Not only do these issues affect health, they impact education, employment and mental health.  She discussed their unique National Office, their voice in DC, the only children's hospital to maintain an office to inform and lobby on behalf of health. Nemours is working to establish youth behavioral health care in emergency rooms, offer primary preventative care, create school-based Wellness Centers that address social services and health, and support the SNAP program for continuing food access for families.  For more information go to Nemours.org

State Rep. Brian Pettyjohn confirms State Senator Stephanie Hansen said she will not allow his bill to stop DENREC from mandating that the only new cars to be sold in Delaware must be electric vehicles will never leave her committee for a vote, even though a majority of Delawareans do not want to be forced to buy one.

Governor Carney's Electric Vehicle Mandate is a Tax on All Delawareans - Jim Ursomarso, Past President and current board member of the Delaware Auto and Truck Dealers Association, Explains with Rick Jensen

On this episode of Whip Count, Rep. Paul Baumbach discusses measures that would put money in the pockets of working Delawareans by increasing the standard deduction and refundable Earned Income Tax Credit.

Allison Taylor Levine, president and founder of the Local Journalism Initiative of Delaware and vice president for marketing and communications at the Delaware Community Foundation, speaks with Troy Mix, associate director at the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration, about the importance of local news and information for our communities and efforts Allison is orchestrating to reinvigorate local journalism in Delaware. This interview covers the state of local journalism in Delaware, the types of local news and information that Delawareans need, and current programs and plans for the Local Journalism Initiative of Delaware. Allison is passionate about democracy, journalism, and community – especially in Delaware. After starting her career as a reporter at several newspapers, including The News Journal, Allison has spent the past 20 years in various communications and community leadership roles in Delaware. In 2021, Allison founded the Local Journalism Initiative of Delaware (https://ljidelaware.org/). LJI currently operates an internship program to deepen the pipeline of local reporters from historically underrepresented communities; leads the Delaware Journalism Collaborative; and is working to launch Spotlight Delaware, a new collaborative nonprofit newsroom to empower Delawareans with information about the impact of public policy issues and strengthen our overall news and information ecosystem. This episode was recorded on March 20, 2023, for First State Insights, a podcast presented by the Institute for Public Administration (IPA). For more First State Insights episodes, visit https://soundcloud.com/first-state-insights or search for "First State Insights" wherever you listen to podcasts. IPA is a research and public service center within the University of Delaware's Biden School of Public Policy & Administration. For more on IPA, visit https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa. Opening and closing music: "I Dunno" by Grapes, used under Creative Commons 3.0 License.

The push to legalize recreational marijuana in Delaware has been going on for almost a decade, and despite previous vetoes by Governor Carney, it has passed within the legislature again. But what would the impact of legal, recreational marijuana be for Delawareans? At the table we have Peter S. Murphy from Saul Ewing, LLP—a lawyer who advises cannabis industry clients on licensing applications and compliance,—and John Gooden, president and COO of M. Davis & Sons. This episode explores what the new Delaware “green rush” might mean, both for employers who may have hesitations and for those who are ready to join the industry. NOTE: This episode was filmed prior to the passage of House Bill 1 & 2. As of April 1, 2023, both bills are waiting for action by Governor John Carney. To learn more and stay up-to-date on recreational marijuana in Delaware, visit www.DSCC.com/LegislativeJournal or contact our policy director, Tyler Micik at tmicik@dscc.com. 

Recovery housing is an integral part of the recovery journey, providing transitional homes in a substance-free, supportive environment. However, here in Delaware, the lack of standards and regulations for these homes has created difficult and sometimes dangerous situations for individuals recovering from addiction and their families. On this episode of Whip Count, we talked to Rep. Kerri Evelyn Harris about her new bill, the  Matthew D. Klosowski Act, which would create standards for recovery homes to become certified. Matthew's mother, Marybeth Cichocki also joined us to discuss her firsthand and tragic experience with an unregulated recovery home and how that experience led her to advocate for change.

Sgt. Mark Miller of Middletown has grade 3 astrocytoma, a very rare form of brain cancer. His prognosis is not good. Friends are asking generous Delawareans to join them in fundraising for one last memorable family trip for Mark, his wife and children. Donations can be made at http://www.operationchristmaswish.org/

Fentanyl poses a great threat as it is used to "enhance" other drugs, causing deaths. Rick Jensen talks about this with Dr. Chris Casscells, MD, Policy Director, Center for Health Policy, Caesar Rodney Institute. Dr. Casscells was one of Delaware's leading Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Delaware Court Strikes Down New No-Excuse Vote by Mail LawToday's LinksArticles:Towns Square Live - Delaware Judge Halts Mail-In VotingDemocracy Docket - Delaware Judge Strikes Down No-Excuse Mail-in Voting, Upholds Same-Day RegistrationAssociated Press -  Judge says Delaware vote-by-mail law is unconstitutionalGroups Taking Action:   Delaware Voting Rights Coalition, League of Women Voters DelawareYou're listening to the American Democracy Minute, keeping YOUR government by and for the people.We reported earlier this summer on the passage of a no-excuse mail-in voting law in Delaware.  September 14th, a Delaware state court judge struck down the law as contrary to the state constitution.Delaware had passed SB 320 in June, which would allow voters to vote by mail without having to give an excuse.   But the Delaware constitution currently allows for the use of an absentee only when the voter is outside the state, in the armed forces, unable to vote due to job requirements, sick or disabled, on vacation, unable for religious reasons ,or in government service outside the country.Town Square Live and Democracy Docket report that Republican members of the legislature sued, and Chancery Court Vice Chancellor Nathan Cook ruled that despite Delaware's tradition of a robust voter participation, the state constitution left him no choice but to issue an injunction on the law.  Vice Chancellor Cook also noted in his ruling that “it bears repeating that the express purpose of election laws in this state is to provide for ‘free and equal' elections where Delawareans have an ‘unfettered' right to vote—one of ‘the most fundamental of our rights.'”   He went on to suggest that the Delaware Supreme Court may want to reconsider past decisions on mail-in voting.Past attempts at bills changing the state constitution to allow no-excuse mail-in voting have failed.   To read more about the decision and groups taking action, see links at AmericanDemocracy Minute.org.   Granny D said, “Democracy is not something we HAVE, it's something we DO!”  For the American Democracy Minute, I'm Brian Beihl

Delaware & Recreational Cannabis: The Ross & Rachel "Will They/Won't They?" Of The Expanding East Coast Market. The First State's cannabis community was dealt a blow this past week as Governor John Carney vetoed a bill which would legalize recreational cannabis in Delaware. The decision drew the ire of many passionate Delawareans who have worked hard for years changing hearts & minds, including our team at the Infused Show. We're getting ready to hit the road and do the show from 2 states where the governors listened to their constituents when it comes to cannabis, but we wanted to get together a record our reaction to this week's news. Thanks, as always, for listening to Infused. About Us: https://www.thesalesjoint.com/about Host - Nick Vavala Co Hosts - Mike Patterson & Francesca Vavala Producer - Frank Raggo Instagram: @theinfusedshow Facebook: @ Infused:ACannabizTalkShow Twitter: @showinfused

This Episode I chat with Heather Cox. Heather Cox, owner of Heather Cox Codes, is a Wordpress Website Designer, Social Media Manager & Strategist and also a Search Engine Optimization expert. Heather is certified in Advanced Social Media for Business from the University of Delaware Program of Continuing Studies and has been working in the web & social media industry for 15 years. Heather works with high-end, well-established corporate businesses and brands that are within the real estate and hospitality industries to reach their target audience through organic social media and optimized Wordpress website design. Heather was named Top Women in Business 2020 by Delaware Today Magazine, one of the most influential Delawareans 2020 by The News Journal & Delaware Online and is a two time TedX Speaker. Heather is also a mom, bonus mom, fur mom, sister, daughter and wife. You can find Heather across all social media platforms by searching #heathercoxcodes https://www.instagram.com/heathercoxcodes/?hl=en https://heathercoxcodes.com/look-around/

Professors Allison Karpyn and Elizabeth Orsega-Smith speak with Julia O'Hanlon, Policy Scientist at the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration, about the interdisciplinary partnerships supporting older Delawareans. This April 29, 2022 interview addresses the role of intergenerational programming and the need for interdisciplinary expertise in designing and evaluating programs focused on aging adults. Dr. Karpyn (https://www.cehd.udel.edu/faculty-bio/allison-karpyn/) is Co-Director of the University of Delaware at the Center for Research in Education and Social Policy (CRESP) and Associate Professor in the Department of the Human Development and Family Sciences at the University of Delaware. She has published widely on program evaluation methods; topics related to hunger, obesity, school food, supermarket access, food insecurity, healthy corner stores; and, strategies to develop and maintain farmer's markets in low-income areas. Dr. Karpyn also has hands-on experience working with community-based agencies and institutions, including non-profit organizations and retailers, to implement and study-specific approaches to increase access to high-quality food in low-income communities. Dr. Orsega-Smith (https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/chs/departments/bhan/faculty/elizabeth-orsega-smith/) is an associate professor in the Department of Behavioral Health & Nutrition at the University of Delaware. Her research program focuses on the psychosocial determinants of health, with a specific interest in physical activity in older adults. Additionally, her service has involved intergenerational programming to connect grandchildren with their grandparents to improve both fitness and health and the relationship between the two generations. As a Policy Scientist at the Institute for Public Administration (IPA), Julia O'Hanlon leads research and public service programs focused on health policy, including an ongoing focus on senior center programming and aging in place (https://www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/serving-delaware/health). For more information about the Institute for Public Administration, visit ipa.udel.edu. Opening and closing music: "I Dunno" by Grapes, used under Creative Commons 3.0 License.

This week on Whip Count: The 2022 Delaware Relief Rebate explained, economic policies to help Delawareans become more resilient to inflation, and maintaining a strong and fair economy in the First State House Majority leader Valerie Longhurst provides listeners with an in-depth explanation of the 2022 Delaware Relief Rebate and gives us a look into the bipartisan brainstorming sessions that lead to HB 360, historic legislation that would enable one-time direct payments of $300 to Delaware resident taxpayers. Rep. Paul Baumbach and Rep. Ed Osienski also joined us this week to discuss policies they've championed over the years that aim to economically empower the most vulnerable in our society and ensure every Delawarean has a fair shot at earning a decent living.

In today's episode of HPS Insights, Bryan DeAngelis interviews his good friend and Director of Engagement & Special Projects for Delaware Governor John Carney, Emily David Hershman. Bryan and Emily dive deep into how states like Delaware have managed the pandemic over the past two years, coordinated with other states and the federal government, and worked to develop lasting trust in statewide institutions. Follow Emily on Twitter (@emdave3)and check out more details in the show notes below!Show Notes:VisitDelaware.comDelaware COVID-19 DashboardFirst COVID-19 case in Delaware on March 11, 2020Only 50% of Delawareans ages 18-35 were vaccinated by June 2021Delaware engaged in door-knocking to spread COVID vaccine informationCalifornia SMARTER coronavirus planJohn Gallagher Jr. COVID-19 VideoElena Delle Donne COVID-19 Video

Ted Kittila is running for the 4th District Representative Seat in a special election on Saturday, March 5th. Rick Jensen reached out to both candidates to share with voters why they deserve their votes and Kittila responded.

Delaware's State Auditor, Kathy McGuiness joined #FedHeads to tout the state's new spending transparency initiative, Gray Fox, which allows Delawareans to see and compare how their counties, municipalities and school districts are spending the millions in tax dollars received from the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan. Check out Gray Fox here: https://auditor.delaware.gov/project-gray-fox/.

Tierra Fair, Senior Director of Community Engagement at United Way of Delaware, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about the ongoing need to advance racial justice and opportunities for progress in Delaware. In her role at United Way of Delaware, Tierra has statewide responsibility for advocating on behalf of underserved Delawareans and collaborating with key community stakeholders to create opportunities for positive change. For more on the work of United Way of Delaware, including the Delaware Racial Justice Collaborative, visit https://uwde.org/. IPA presents this November 18, 2021 interview as part of its First State Insights podcast and the Visions of Recovery series. This series seeks to shed light on opportunities for community, economic, and social recovery from the pandemic by engaging experts and advocates in conversations on five important questions: 1) What's one thing you think will be changed for good after the pandemic? 2) What's one thing you hope will change? 3) What needs to happen for this change to occur? 4) What are you doing to make it happen? 5) How can folks get involved? For the latest in the Visions of Recovery series, consult IPA's news feed (www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa/about/news) or visit the series playlist on SoundCloud (soundcloud.com/first-state-insights/sets/visions-of-recovery). To learn more about the Institute for Public Administration, visit ipa.udel.edu. Opening and closing music: "I Dunno" by Grapes, used under Creative Commons 3.0 License

Delaware Unemployment Insurance Office Director Darryl Scott talks with Rick Jensen about fraud, claims numbers, and expectations for Delawareans who file claims now.

Welcome back to another episode of The Defiant Business Podcast! Today I'm talking with https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathercoxcodes/ (Heather Cox), owner of Heather Cox Codes. Heather has been a web & social media designer, manager, and consultant for going on 15 years in January. She was named one of the Top Women in Business 2020 by Delaware Today Magazine, one of the most influential Delawareans 2020 by The News Journal, and completed her TedX Talk in September 2021 on the subject of women in business and equity!  In this episode, we're going to be talking about the #girlboss, #bossbabe, and all of these terms and take a look at whether you should be using these labels in your business or not. If you're interested in learning more about these phrases and what Heather and I believe about using them in business, then this episode is for you. Follow along on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/defythestatusquobiz/ (@defythestatusquobiz) To connect with other Defiant Businesses, join the https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedefiantbusinessgroup (Facebook Group ) Connect with Heather: https://heathercoxcodes.com/ (https://heathercoxcodes.com)

Welcome back to another episode of The Defiant Business Podcast! Today I'm talking with https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathercoxcodes/ (Heather Cox), owner of Heather Cox Codes. Heather has been a web & social media designer, manager, and consultant for going on 15 years in January. She was named one of the Top Women in Business 2020 by Delaware Today Magazine, one of the most influential Delawareans 2020 by The News Journal, and completed her TedX Talk in September 2021 on the subject of women in business and equity!  In this episode, we're going to be talking about her journey in being in business for over 15 years, social media strategies and so much more. If you're interested in learning more about Heather's entrepreneur journey as a social media specialist, then this episode is for you. Follow along on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/defythestatusquobiz/ (@defythestatusquobiz) To connect with other Defiant Businesses, join the https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedefiantbusinessgroup (Facebook Group ) Connect with Heather: https://heathercoxcodes.com (https://heathercoxcodes.com)

Even thought the Federal added unemployment benefits are over, there are still thousands of Delawareans without those and standard benefits still due to them. Director Darryl Scott and his team are working to get your benefits to you. Original Broadcast Date: Sep. 7, 2021

Reopening Delaware segments from The Rick Jensen Show - All of the special Covid unemployment benefit programs are ending. What happens to your benefits that are as yet unpaid? Unemployment Insurance Office Director Darryl Scott has the updates and assists Delawareans still stuck in the bureaucracy.

On Thursday, June 17, lawmakers and advocates came together for a Pride Month rally to announce an historic constitutional amendment that would protect the rights of members of the LGBTQ+ and disability communities. HB 199 from House Majority Leader Valerie Longhurst and Sen. Sarah McBride would make it clear that all Delawareans are equal regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or disabilities.  The rally was the perfect place of support where people shared powerful stories that you can hear exclusively on this week's episode of Whip Count. Take a listen.

In our Friday update, Delaware's capacity restrictions and mask mandate have finally been eased, summer fun is returning to Bethany, and a new effort to make sure Delawareans get the food they need.

Join Delaware Lt. Governor Dr. Bethany Hall-Long in conversation with Director of the Delaware Division of public Health, Dr. Karyl Rattay, MD, MS, as these two respected healthcare leaders discuss Delaware's public health, the importance of mental health and wellness in individual communities, the effects of the pandemic on Delawareans and more. Support the show (https://ltgovernorschallenge.org/)

Welcome back to The State of Health in Delaware! Join Lt. Governor Dr. Bethany Hall-Long and Denise Taylor, 2020 Wellness Leadership Award Recipient as they discuss ChristianaCare's Project Connect, a very successful smoking cessation program that has changed the lives of countless now-former smokers in the State of Delaware.Be sure to visit LtGovernorsChallenge.org to learn more about the 2021 Wellness Leadership Awards, see all of the amazing 2021 Wellness Leadership Award Recipients and find inspiration for your own 2021 Lt. Governor's Challenge application. Be sure to subscribe to The State of Health in Delaware on your favorite podcast service for more insightful conversations with Lt. Governor Dr. Bethany Hall-Long and Delawareans all over the state who are making an impact on the health of the community at large.Support the show (https://ltgovernorschallenge.org/)

Rep. David Bentz joins leaders from Christiana Care Health System to discuss expanding telehealth services for Delawareans through House Bill 160. According to those who support the proposed piece of legislation, all Delawareans deserve high-quality, affordable health care. Find out if health care professionals will still be able to meet the needs of patients who don't have access to internet, and how the demand for telehealth services exploded during the pandemic. 

Reopening Delaware segments from The Rick Jensen Show - Reopening Delaware segments from The Rick Jensen Show - This was unique: some compliments to Darryl and Rick for their yearlong efforts to help Delawareans stuck in bureaucracy to get their much-needed unemployment insurance benefits. Air Date: March 30, 2021

Hummers Parade Lifetime Grand Marshall Jack Schreppler gives you the exclusive news on the outrageously entertaining Hummers Parade, which fills the streets of Middletown every New Year's Day. What about this year? Also hear the warm, fuzzy and goofy history of the parade plus the silly "outrage" of last year involving people who were ignorant of the meaning of one float.

Reopening Delaware segments from The Rick Jensen Show - Carrie Kemether, clinical supervisor for Recovery Centers of America, shares insights, guidance and hope for the thousands of Delawareans suffering from addiction and their families.

Julianne Murray says she's the choice for Delawareans wanting to get back to work, have an improved economy overall and restore justice and law and order.

Reopening Delaware segments from The Rick Jensen Show - Darryl Scott, Director of the Delaware Unemployment Insurance Office, shares the latest news and upgrades in getting benefits to Delawareans.

When bureacracies fail the public, it takes a public servant to stand and say, "Yes, the system screwed up and we are working nonstop to fix it. I'm sorry." Darryl Scott did this and he and his team are working to get everyone their PUA money... while Delawareans struggle under a bureacracy that was not prepared for so many tens of thousands of us to be forbidden from working by the government.

Reopening Delaware segments from The Rick Jensen Show- Darryl Scott, Director of Delaware's Unemployment Insurance office, announces the PUA softwaer is up and running. Plus, more employees are now available to help Delawareans with unemployment insurance problems.

Susan Getman, Executive Director, Mid-County Senior Center, talks with Julia O'Hanlon, Policy Scientist at the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration, about the importance of social connections for older Delawareans, particularly during COVID-19. The episode was recorded on May 1, 2020. For more information about the Institute for Public administration visit www.bidenschool.udel.edu/ipa.

Delaware's Director of the Unemployment Insurance Office has updates on PUA applications and staffing to help you get the checks you deserve.

Listen to this podcast if you or anyone you know is having trouble with unemployment insurance. By email and on the phone, Delawareans get live advice with the Delaware Director of the Office of Unemployment Insurance. Listen to Rick Jensen, 10am - 2pm, to hear when Darryl Scoot will be on again.

March 24, 2020. Delaware Governor John Carney talks with Rick Jensen about the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic and answers questions about use of the National Guard, police and how the state's efforts are designed to reduce the number of Delawareans affected.

Small Businesses and individual Delawareans are facing a lot of challenges due to the coronavirus pandemic and Anthony Delcollo gives you an update on what he and others in Delaware Government are doing to help you through it.

Join Lt. Governor Dr. Bethany Hall-Long and her Chief of Staff Keith Warren for conversations with your friends, colleagues and coworkers about health and wellness across the First State.State of Health In Delaware: a Movement to Improve Health and Wellness features a variety of guests including Governor John Carney, health initiative leaders, previous Lt. Governor's Challenge winners, and everyday Delawareans discussing health programs and what health means to them. Previous Lt. Governor's Challenge winners will discuss the policy, systems, and environment programs they enacted to make Delaware a healthier state. Have you, an organization, or someone you know made Delaware a healthier place? Nominate them at https://ltgovernorschallenge.org/ for a chance to receive the Wellness Leadership Award from Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long.Support the show (https://ltgovernorschallenge.org/)

Dover Attorney Ron Poliquin is one of just a handful of Delaware lawyers helping medical marijuana card holders who've been illegally fired or denied jobs due to their prescription. Ron tells the story of what's happening and why.

The Total Tutor Neil Haley and Coach Karen Hall will interview Olympian Candy Young. Young, a former U.S. Olympic athlete, began her duties as Delaware State University's Director of Athletics on August 13, 2012. She is the first female to hold the position at DSU. Working closely with the university administration, Young  immediately began to spell out a clear vision for Hornet athletics, including academic and support services for all student-athletes, fund raising, team and staff goals, facility improvements; and student, alumni, community and corporate support. Young has been involved in intercollegiate athletics for more than 30 years, including six as head track and field/cross country coach, Senior Woman Administrator (SWA), Assistant Athletics Director and Associate AD at Delaware State University.  As SWA, she spearheaded several programs to help promote the advancement of women in athletics.  In 2010, Young helped to create the annual “Delaware Diamond Extravaganza," which recognizes the contributions of Delawareans and those with ties to Delaware on behalf  women's sports.  She also served as a delegate in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, where she represented DSU in the decision making processes.  She was named chairperson of the MEAC "Women of the Year" Committee selection process in 2010. Delaware State University's Kalyn Washburn (2010) and Jazmyne Hefflefinger (2012) were selected as the MEAC's Woman-of-the-Year during Young's tenure at DSU. In 2011, Young was submitted as a candidate from the MEAC delegation to represent the conference at the national level, and received an appointment to the Amateurism Cabinet of the National Collegiate Athletic Association.  

Joyce's honored guest is Rita M. Landgraf, secretary of health and social services for the state of Delaware. Since taking office in January 2009, Secretary Landgraf has been a leader on some of Governor Markell's top priorities to form partnerships across the government to improve the lives of Delawareans, including those with disabilities. During the show, Secretary Landgraf will highlight her accomplishments and those of the Markell Administration.

Joyce's honored guest is Rita M. Landgraf, secretary of health and social services for the state of Delaware. Since taking office in January 2009, Secretary Landgraf has been a leader on some of Governor Markell's top priorities to form partnerships across the government to improve the lives of Delawareans, including those with disabilities. During the show, Secretary Landgraf will highlight her accomplishments and those of the Markell Administration.