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Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim are co-founders of WeNatal, a premium men's and women's pre-natal company. Their mission is to ignite evidence-based conversation and solutions around the fertility crisis. Visit WeNatal and subscribe for a free fish oil (no affiliation)! 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes! - http://littleemptyboxes.com This episode is proudly sponsored by: BetterHelp is the world's largest therapy platform, making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient. Get 10% off of your first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/MAX. HOPWTR is a delicious, non-alcoholic sparkling water crafted with bold hops and mood-boosting ingredients. Tasty af, with zero calories, zero sweeteners, and zero gluten. Hit up http://hopwtr.com/max for 20% off sitewide. LifeForce is a powerful, at-home biomarker testing solution (they test important biomarkers like ApoB, LDL, A1C, hormones, and more!). Head to MyLifeForce.com and use code GENIUS for 15% off. 

Ronit Menash and Vida Delrahim, the founders of WeNatal, join Julia on a poignant episode of the podcast to share their journeys to expand their respective families and create WeNatal. As close friends who endured miscarriages within days of each other, their bond grew even stronger. Together, they uncovered a vital revelation: the quality of sperm can significantly affect fertility, contributing up to half of the reason for miscarriage. In response, they developed specialized supplements for both men and women to boost fertility before trying to conceive. They delve into the potential impact of these supplements, particularly for couples undergoing costly IVF treatments. This episode has valuable insights for couples who have had a miscarriage or are trying to conceive.    IN THIS EPISODE:  [2:32] Ronit and Vida introduce themselves and explain how WeNatal was conceived and that they had miscarriages one week apart  [7:27] The quality of a man's sperm can be the reason for a miscarriage, and how WeNatal can transform the quality of sperm  [17:49] Encouragement for the woman/family going through a miscarriage  [21:30] The vital role gratitude plays in healing after a miscarriage and preparing for pregnancy   [27:30] Ronit and Vita describe how two friends started WeNatal, the formulation of the product and the third-party testing  [38:25] Discussion of taking vitamins through prenatal and postnatal and postpartum depression and being your own health advocate  [41:50] What is normal and what is optimal, friends who work together, and what does family mean to Ronit and Vita  [48:35] WeNatal is offering a special discount to listeners of Stork'd. Go to WeNatal.com/Storkd    KEY TAKEAWAYS:  It is a little-known fact that when a woman experiences a miscarriage, a man's sperm quality can be 50% of the issue.   Creating WeNatal was a thoughtful process, including the design and usage of the packaging, not just the content of the prenatal supplements.  Women need to be their own health advocates. When you don't feel right, express that to a doctor and get the required tests. The preconception timeframe is critical to a healthy pregnancy.     RESOURCE LINKS:  Stork'd - Facebook  Stork'd - Instagram   Stork'd - YouTube   WeNatal - Website  WeNatal - Instagram  WeNatal is offering a special discount to listeners of Stork'd. Go to WeNatal.com/Storkd    WeNatal's Story   We've been there. I'll never forget the spot on the wall  I was staring at in the doctor's office when they told me there was no heartbeat…I felt my whole world caving in. I was miscarrying.  What was even more confusing was the lack of answers I received as to WHY. I was healthy, I took a standard prenatal. Yet I still miscarried. I picked up the phone to tell my best friend, Vida, that I had lost the baby, and through her tears on the other line, I couldn't believe what I heard: she had miscarried a week before. I hung up the phone, devastated for both of us. Later that evening, in our grief, we both realized something similar about our experiences: we were given no direction on what to do differently.  Our doctors told us it was random or could be our age, but then it dawned on us that all the conversations were only focused on what could have happened to our egg, with half of the equation being left out: the sperm.   Our partner's health was never mentioned as part of the reason two healthy women were struggling to get pregnant. So we got to work and started searching for answers. We had no idea that what we were about to discover would change the fertility journey for everyone after us, and we wouldn't have it any other way.    xo, Vida & Ronit 

This week, Rye & Jess welcome Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim, the founders of WeNatal, a prenatal supplement company intentionally designed for women and men. WeNatal aims to change the narrative surrounding fertility and pregnancy, shifting the focus from "me" to "we." Supported by a team of industry-leading doctors and nutrition experts like Dr. Mark Hyman and Kelly LeVeque, WeNatal is committed to delivering an innovative prenatal option to the market, enabling couples and babies to thrive during the crucial growth stage of life. As with all their products, Wenatal undergoes third-party testing and is non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free. WeNatal's goal is to help people navigate the increasingly complex and stressful world of preconception by providing a clean and trusted product! IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: Ronnie & Vida's experiences with pregnancy loss Facts around declining male fertility The impact on endocrine disrupting chemicals fertility & tips for switching to safer products Lifestyle/diet approaches to optimizing fertility for men & women  Star ingredients in the Wenatal for men & women Multivitamin vs. prenatal  Should you take a green powder on top of a multi/prenatal? Testing for fertility/hormones RESOURCES: Dr shana swan on endocrine disruptors: https://www.mountsinai.org/about/newsroom/podcasts/road-resilience/archive/toxic-apocalypse Take $50 off YHB's hormone testing & rebalancing package: https://www.yourhormonebalance.com/rebalance-rescue-guide CONNECT W/ WENATAL: Get a free bottle of WeNatal Omega DHA + with purchase of a WeNatal Subscription: ⁠https://wenatal.com/pages/partner?sscid=21k8_hy99u&⁠ Follow Wenatal on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/we_natal/ CONNECT W/ RYE & JESS: Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@solo2.0podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Jess ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bodyblissbyjess⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Rye ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ryeburch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow ⁠⁠@yourhormonebalance

This episode is brought to you by LMNT, Momentous, and Pique Life. Infertility rates and population decline are skyrocketing, and it's not just about couples choosing not to have kids. The real story is that our current lifestyles are wielding a mighty influence in this alarming decline, and the same factors that influence overall health impact fertility. Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim, co-founders of WeNatal, to unveil the staggering crisis of plummeting populations and fertility rates. Ronit and Vida share the critical role of environmental toxins and metabolic dysfunction in causing low fertility. They also break down the research on infertility and population decline and dish out the keys to unlocking fertility including quality sleep, diet, movement, and stress reduction. Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim are the co-founders of WeNatal, a prenatal supplement company intentionally designed for women and men. Ronit and Vida are also advocates for couples and individuals who aren't aware of how the modern world and the toxic environment that we all live in could be impacting our fertility journeys.In this episode, Dhru, Ronit, and Vida dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):The shocking rates of population decline and low fertility rates (2:56 / 2:56)Lower sperm levels in men (12:51 / 8:54)The role of environmental toxins on fertility (17:30 / 13:48)Infertility in women and increased rates of miscarriages (19:08 / 15:30)The one percent effect (24:50 / 21:13) Reproductive health as a sign of overall health (29:07 / 25:48)Ronit and Vida's personal story (37:47 / 32:44)The role of IVF (42:42 / 37:14)The three main root causes of infertility (56:12 / 51:12) Concluding thoughts on fertility and why WeNatal (1:13:47 / 1:08:41)Ronit and Vida's mission (1:20:21 / 1:15:27)Also mentioned in this episode:WeNatalWeNatal SlidesThe 17-year time lag in researchOf Boys and Men bookRight now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. Head over to DrinkLMNT.com/dhru today.Optimize your Omega-3 levels by choosing a quality fish oil made by and used by the best. Go to livemomentous.com and enter promo code DHRU to get 20% off any order. For a limited time, Pique is offering my community up to 20% off of their Fasting Bundles PLUS an exclusive gift. Go to Piquelife.com/Dhru to redeem this exclusive offer today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Primal Kitchen Podcast with host Morgan, featuring WeNatal co-founders Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim WeNatal is revolutionizing prenatal care by focusing equally on men and women's health for fertility and pregnancy. Drawing from their personal struggles and insights in fertility, Ronit and Vida discuss the importance of a holistic approach to preconception health. They delve into the significance of proper nutrition and lifestyle changes for both partners, aiming to shift the narrative from individual to collective responsibility in fertility journeys. Join us to learn about WeNatal's unique approach and their journey in creating a comprehensive prenatal supplement. This innovative company produces third-party-tested prenatal supplements for men and women made with purposefully selected ingredients and no gluten, soy, or dairy. Ronit and Vida discuss how their separate battles with pregnancy loss led to researching egg quality and sperm health as part of the prenatal experience, while Morgan shares her own fertility journey. Hear why WeNatal is bringing men into the prenatal conversation and learn more about the impact that sperm health has on pregnancy and fertility. Relevant Points: 0:00 We Natal - Exploring the Journey of Pregnancy 1:35 What I Need To Know About Exclusivity - Insights into Exclusive Information 2:07 A Men's Prenatal - Understanding Prenatal Care for Men 8:00 Impact on Health 8:50 Tips and Advice for Conceiving Again 13:06 Exploring the Connection Between Sperm Quality and Baby's Health 17:15 Unveiling the Qualities of a High-Quality Prenatal Product 20:14 Understanding How We Natal Supports Men in the Prenatal Journey 22:36 The Role of Fitbit and Aura Rings in Health Monitoring 25:19 The Increasing Popularity of Functional Medicine 27:00 Who's Inspiring You Today? - Discovering Sources of Inspiration 28:37 Reflecting on Challenging Experiences 31:20 Insights into Common Human Behaviors   Follow Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim  Follow we_natal     Find us on social media  

In episode 61 I sit down with Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim, the founders of ⁠WeNatal,⁠ a prenatal supplement company intentionally designed for women and men. WeNatal aims to change the narrative surrounding fertility and pregnancy, shifting the focus from "me" to "we."  We discuss leveling up your conception game, understanding egg & sperm quality, fertility red flags, prenatal support for men & women and so much more! Watch the full YouTube video here! Follow them on IG ⁠here⁠. ___ Be sure to follow my Instagram ⁠@briannadiorio⁠ for all the Brianna Approved educational content! You can visit my website www.briannadiorio.com to learn more. Production Manager and Graphics ⁠@kylediorio

In episode #275 of The Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Podcast, our guest Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim, talks about The science behind male fertility, and the impact of all-time low fertility rates (sperm counts down 60%, could be zero by 2045). More about Ronit and Vida: Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim are the Co-Founders of WeNatal. WeNatal is the first prenatal supplement intentionally optimized for her and him launching in early 2022. We're on a mission to reimagine the gender paradigms around fertility and pregnancy to make a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of couples and their future children. WeNatal is here to shift prenatal care from woman-centered to couples-centered—from Me to We. WeNatal is entirely female-founded and led. WeNatal is backed by industry leading experts, including Dr. Mark Hyman, Chris Kresser, and Kelly LeVeque. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew's Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea/ Follow Ronit and Vida on Instagram: @‌we_natal Subscribe to WeNatal WeNatal.com/DrKela and receive a FREE 30-day supply of WeNatal's Omega DHA+ fish oil ($34.95 value) Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌kela_healthcoach Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/ FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show.You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show. For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com

Welcome to another transformative episode of Superhumanize, the podcast where we delve into the cutting edge of biohacking, wellness, and human optimization. I am Ariane Sommer, and if you're on a quest to elevate your life, both physically and spiritually, you're in the right place.Today, we have a conversation that's going to shift paradigms and perhaps change how you view one of life's most profound experiences—pregnancy and parenthood. I'm thrilled to be joined by the female powerhouse duo, Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim, the co-founders of WeNatal. Their groundbreaking work is not only shifting the dialogue surrounding women's health but also challenging society's long-held assumptions about gender roles in healthcare and fertility.One of the things that sets WeNatal apart is their holistic approach to prenatal care, offering supplements for BOTH women and men. Yes, you heard that right. They believe that the journey towards parenthood is a partnership, from preconception to post-delivery, and their products reflect this shared responsibility.Today, we are going to explore the science of prenatal optimization, dig into the often-neglected role of men in this journey, and challenge societal norms that limit both genders. And if you are someone who loves to hear about audacious entrepreneurship and female leadership, stick around.Ronit and Vida are here to inspire you to manifest your vision into the world.In this episode with Vida and Ronit, you'll discover:-Devastating loss leads to exposing massive holes in pre-natal wellness care...03:00-Discovering keys to prenatal care, including the vital need for the man's health in the role of conceiving children...07:30-Demystifying societal perceptions of women regarding bearing children...11:30-Challenges faced as female entrepreneurs founding WeNatal...17:15-Stunning discoveries in a close examination of existing pre-natal supplements and products...-How "trimester zero" sets up a newborn baby for success...22:25-Exciting news about the new Omega 3 supplement WeNatal has just launched...29:10-How the idea of a prenatal supplement for men was initially received :) ...31:00-Major differences in the formulation between the male and female versions of the supplement...35:15-A personal practice Vida and Ronit do that contributes to their success...41:30-And much more!Resources mentioned:We Natal websiteNine Tips for Couples to Increase their FertilityGuest's social handles:FacebookInstagramP.S. If you enjoy this episode and feel it helps to elevate your life, please give us a rating or review. And if you feel others may benefit from this podcast as well, spread the word, share and help grow our tribe of Superhumans. When we help heal One, we help heal All. Much gratitude and love.Yours,Ariane

Episode made possible by: Immune Intel AHCC | biOptimizers | Organifi | WeNatal | BIRTHFITRonit Menashe and Vida Delrahim, the founders of WeNatal, are seasoned leaders in the wellness industry. WeNatal makes my new favorite prenatal and fertility vitamins for both men and women. Their mission is driven by their own experiences with recurrent pregnancy loss, and, apart from formulating the best prenatal on the market, Ronit and Vida have become agents of change, promoting the well-being of both parents.Visit the show notes for more.Connect with WeNatal:WebsiteInstagramTikTokGet A Free Omega DHA +For a limited time, Dr. Riley's podcast subscribers get a FREE 30-day supply of WeNatal's NEW premium fish oil by purchasing any prenatal product.Connect with Nathan:Instagram | Twitter | YoutubeNeed a consultation?My favorite brands at a discountMy courses:Born Free Method: Get my support in pregnancy and postpartumClear + Free: Your Solution to Persistent HPV (joint waitlist and score a free e-book!)This episode was made possible by:AHCC - code BELOVED for 10% off on Immune Intel⁠⁠BIRTHFIT⁠ - code BELOVED to get one month FREE in their B! Community!⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!WeNatal - Free bottle of fish oil with purchase of Him + Her prenatals: Medical Disclaimer: The Holistic OBGYN Podcast is an educational program. No information conveyed through this podcast should be construed as medical advice. These conversations are available to the public for educational and entertainment purposes only.Music provided by EdvardGaresPremium / Pond5Send me a voice message.

The conversation around fertility, conception, and the prenatal process has shifted in recent years, acknowledging men's crucial role. It's a topic gaining traction, especially with the rise of companies like WeNatal, which focuses on prenatal vitamin supplements for men. This shift in focus is not just about equality in the fertility journey but also about improving the chances of conception and the health of future children. Research shows that 40-50% of infertility issues are related to sperm quality, highlighting the importance of men's health in conception.So, how can men take an active role in the prenatal process and improve their chances of successful conception? As part of National Men's Health Month, David Kemp spotlighted this issue on a special Father's Day edition of Highway to Health. Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim, co-founders of WeNatal, joined the podcast to discuss the science behind men's prenatal health, the importance of nutrients for men during the prenatal process, and how WeNatal is empowering men to take control of their fertility journey. For Menashe and Delrahim, this issue is a personal one.“In early 2020, my best friend and I experienced pregnancy loss, and it happened a week apart, which was shocking,” Menashe said. “When we dove into the research on how to optimize for a healthier pregnancy next time around, we learned about men's health and the importance of optimizing sperm before conception. We were shocked when we learned this information because nobody was talking about it. No one was talking about how important it was for men to take three months to take care of their own health, their own fertility before trying to conceive because what we learned was 50% of miscarriages and 50% of infertility happened because of sperm quality.”This episode covers the following:• The importance of men's health in the conception process and the role of sperm quality in successful pregnancies• The journey of WeNatal's co-founders and their personal experiences with fertility challenges• The experiences of a WeNatal customer, Cassi Deighan, and her husband, and how the company's products have impacted their fertility journeyRonit Menashe and Vida Delrahim are the co-founders of WeNatal. They both have personal experiences with fertility challenges and pregnancy loss, which led them to extensive research on men's health and fertility. Their findings led to WeNatal; a company dedicated to empowering men during prenatal care with scientifically backed solutions.

Ali is talking to best friends this week! Today, her guests are Ronit and Vida, who met while working together at Nike in Los Angeles, who both come from health and fitness backgrounds, and who both found themselves going through infertility at the same time.  Today, they both share their infertility journeys, including how they each had a miscarriage one week apart, how they supported each other as best friends, how the losses affected their relationships with their husbands, and how they blamed themselves. They're also going to discuss how after delving into some deep research and trying to figure out the root cause of their fertility issues, they decided to found a company called We Natal. WeNatal is the first prenatal supplement intentionally optimized for her and for him. Reimagining the gender paradigms around fertility and pregnancy, WeNatal is shifting prenatal care from women-centered to couples-centered—from Me to We. For more, check out https://wenatal.com/ TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE: Miscarriage; infertility; sperm health; male factor infertility; pregnancy after miscarriage; prenatal supplements; genetic abnormalies; "It Starts With the Egg" book.  EPISODE SPONSORS: FERTILITY RALLY @fertilityrally www.fertilityrally.com No one should go through infertility alone. Join the Worst Club with the Best Members at fertilityrally.com. We offer 4 support groups per week, 3 private Facebook groups, tons of curated events, and an entire community of more than 400 women available to support you, no matter where you are in your journey. Doors open the 1st of every month! Join at link in bio on IG @fertilityrally or at fertilityrally.com RECEPTIVA DX The ReceptivaDX test can help couples struggling with unexplained infertility. It can help identify endometriosis before an embryo transfer, and has the potential to save women the stress, anxiety, and cost of multiple failed IVF attempts. Learn more at receptivadx.com or download the ReceptivaDX app. Use code INFERTILEAF for $75 off. PROOV Today's episode is sponsored by Proov, a women's health company dedicated to providing information and solutions on key fertility hormones so they can reach their goals faster. The best part is that they're giving Infertile AF listeners a special discount code. Go to proovtest.com, enter the code ALI25, and you'll get 25% off your first Proov order of $25 or more. Support this podcast at: https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim are the founders of WeNatal, a new, functional prenatal supplement. WeNatal is on a mission to help create healthy babies and reimagine the gender paradigms around reproductive health. They are a direct-to-consumer prenatal subscription company intentionally designed for her and him. With a team of industry-leading doctors and nutrition experts, they are committed to bringing an innovative prenatal option to market, so couples and babies can thrive in the growth stage of life. WeNatal was born out of the belief that everyone needs access to a premium prenatal. Currently WeNatal offers a prenatal for him, for her, and a guided journal to support couples during this crucial time. They are passionate about educating consumers about the importance of preconception care. In this episode, we cover: - the origin story behind the brand - why it's so important to consider men's fertility when trying to conceive - the best timeframes to begin taking a prenatal for him and her - how to optimize your own health for a healthy pregnancy - why WeNatal for Her and for Him is different from other prenatals on the market ... and more! You can connect with them over on Instagram @we_natal Learn more about the brand and get your hands on the supplements by checking out their website: wenatal.com! You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

Visa's plans to acquire Plaid, a US-based financial technology startup, have fallen through after the Department of Justice (DoJ) objected to the deal. In January 2020, Visa publicized its Plaid acquisition deal, which was worth $5.3 billion. When the deal was announced, Visa said that it would greatly influence its own business direction for the next 10 years. However, the US DoJ interfered and filed an antitrust claim that led to the deal's cancellation. The department stated that if Visa had successfully acquired Plaid, its control over the online payment industry would further expand. The DoJ filed the claim on November 5, 2020. The claim stated that Visa is monopolizing the online payment industry and is charging billions of dollars in fees annually to process online payment transactions. Makan Delrahim, Assistant Attorney General in the DoJ's Antitrust Division, called the successful court action a victory for American consumers and small businesses. He said that the deal's termination gives Plaid and other companies the freedom to develop alternative online payment services. Delrahim added that this is beneficial to consumers because when there are more alternatives in the market, companies can be expected to offer better services and lower prices. After the deal's cancellation, Visa CEO Al Kelly said through a press release that the company believes the acquisition of Plaid would have resulted in significant benefits for both consumers and financial institutions. He added that despite retracting the acquisition deal, Visa still greatly respects Plaid and will continue to partner with the startup to provide a better experience for their users.

Tick Boot Camp’s guests today are the creative founders of the Body Lyme Spirit movement: Shannon Delrahim and Ashley Keller. Ms. Delrahim is a 30-year-old woman from Los Angeles, California and Ms. Keller is a 31-year-old woman from Pensacola, Florida. Ms. Delrahim’s and Ms. Keller’s parallel Lyme journeys intersected at a doctor’s office when Ms. Keller moved to the west coast in pursuit of an acting career. Unfortunately, they each went undiagnosed for almost a decade. Today Ms. Delrahim describes herself as “totally better” after moving to New York for 6 months to work with a health professional utilizing Quantum Reflex Analysis (QRA). Ms. Keller’s Lyme battle is ongoing, but she is now on the trail blazed by her friend and Body Lyme Spirit partner: she is treating with the “same angel of a woman who led Shannon to symptom freedom." If you would like to learn more about the parallel physical, emotional and spiritual journeys that resulted in the creation of the Body Lyme Spirit movement, then tune in now!

Bio Monica Anderson (@MonicaRAnders) is a senior researcher at Pew Research Center primarily studying internet and technology issues. Much of her recent work has focused on the impact of the digital divide, the role of technology in the lives of teenagers, and activism in the age of social media. She has a master’s degree in media studies from Georgetown University, where her work focused on the intersection of race, politics and media. Resources Pew Research Center Teens’ Social Media Habits and Experiences by Monica R. Anderson (Pew Research Center, 2018) News Roundup Elizabeth Warren demands Assistant AG recuses himself from tech antitrust investigation U.S. Presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren is demanding that Assistant Attorney General Makan Delrahim recuse himself from the DOJ’s antitrust investigation of Google and Apple. In the past, Delrahim lobbied on behalf of both companies. Senator Warren wrote directly to the Assistant Attorney General saying that not recusing himself would create the appearance of a conflict of interest. CBP announces data breach U.S. Customs and Border Protection reported a data breach last week. The agency says thieves obtained traveler photos and license plate numbers via a malicious cyberattack to a subcontractor’s network. The hackers did not directly access CBP’s database. Zuckerberg may have been aware of shady privacy practices The Wall Street Journal reports that internal documents may show that Facebook knew about shady data practices happening at the company. Sources say internal emails in which executives are seen grappling with how to comply with the requirements of an FTC consent decree included silence by Zuckerberg as to the implications of an app that had the ability to reveal Facebook user data on its own site, irrespective of the users’ privacy settings on Facebook. OTI, Free Press, and Georgetown Law Center file FCC complaint against wireless carriers for selling location data New America’s Open Technology Institute, Free Press and Georgetown Law Center’s Center on Privacy and Technology lodged a complaint at the FCC Friday, claiming that AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint & Verizon have threatened public safety by enabling stalkers, people posing as police officers, debt collectors, and others by disclosing subscribers’ location data to bounty hunters. Facebook’s cryptocurrency gains major backers The Wall Street Journal reports that Visa, Mastercard, Uber and Paypal will each be investing around $10 million in Facebook’s new cryptocurrency called Libra, which Facebook’s planning to announce this week. Facebook’s been largely quiet about the currency but the Wall Street Journal reports that it would be a currency that’s pegged to government-backed cryptocurrencies and allow users to use the digital coin to make purchases across the internet. Some experts are worried about money laundering. Sweetgreen acquires delivery startup DC-founded Sweetgreen—the salad giant—is stepping up its delivery game. Even though Sweetgreen is now headquarted in LA, it announced its acquisition of Galley Foods last week, also a DC-based company, to handle delivery logistics. This is Sweetgreen’s first acquisition. Events Tues., 6/18 Senate Finance Committee The President’s 2019 Trade Policy Agenda and the U.S.-Canada-Mexico Agreement 10:15AM 215 Dirksen Wed., 6/19 House Ways & Means Committee The 2019 Trade Policy Agenda: Negotiations with China, Japan, the EU, and UK; New NAFTA/USMCA; U.S. Participation in the WTO; and Other Matters 9:30AM 1100 Longworth National Telecommunications and Information Administration Building Smart Cities and Communities at the Regional Level 2PM-3PM Department of Commerce Demos at Dusk 5:30-8PM General Assembly 509 7th St., NW Thurs., 6/20 House Small Business Committee The Importance of Accurate Census Data to Small Business Formation and Growth 10AM Rayburn 236- House Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress Cultivating Diversity and Improving Retention Among Congressional Staff 2PM Rayburn, 2253 Kora Research Center Broccoli Talk: Bridging the Gap Between Artists & Tech 5-8PM Broccoli City Bar 1817 7th St., NW Sat., 6/22 Black Girls Code DC Chapter  A Virtual Reality Experience 10AM-4PM Howard University School of Business 2600 6th St., NW Mon., 6/24 Federal Communications Commission Advisory Committee on Diversity & Digital Empowerment 10AM FCC

Joseph Kane: The Impact of Automated Vehicles on Your White Collar Job (Ep. 165) Brookings' Joseph Kane joined Joe Miller to talk about how automated vehicles could impact your white collar job--not just those of drivers. Bio Joseph Kane (@jwkane) is a senior research associate and associate fellow at the Brookings Institution’s Metropolitan Policy Program. Kane’s work focuses on a wide array of built environment issues, including transportation and water infrastructure. Within these areas of research, he has explored infrastructure’s central economic role across different regions as well as its relationship to opportunity and resilience. Across several projects, he has concentrated on the use of innovative datasets, combining them with other qualitative measures to better assess current and future infrastructure needs. From the exploration of metropolitan freight trends to the first-ever analysis of infrastructure jobs at a metropolitan level, he has coordinated the production of new metrics and developed other interactive content to better inform decisions by policymakers and practitioners across the country. Prior to Brookings, Kane was an Economist at the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. He holds a master’s degree in urban and environmental planning from the University of Virginia and a bachelor’s degree in economics and history from the College of William and Mary. Resources Metropolitan Policy Program @ Brookings How big could the AV industry be? 9.5 million workers and counting by Joseph Kane and Adie Tomer Why the Garden Club Couldn't Save Youngstown by Sean Stafford News Roundup Consequences Facebook’s poor engagement with people of color taking root The consequences of Facebook’s poor engagement over the years with people of color began to take hold last week. On Tuesday, USA Today’s Jessica Guynn reported on a former black Facebook employee – Mark Luckie – who says the company has a deep seated race problem both internally and on the platform. Luckie wrote an internal blog post on Facebook earlier this month—to management and employees—that later went public—saying the platform itself actively works against black people. He says that Facebook works against attempts by black users to create safe spaces on Facebook, amplifies some users over others using class-based criteria, which effectively dilutes black voices, and fails to hire a workforce that reflects the demographics of its user base. Color of Change CEO Rashad Robinson met with Sheryl Sandberg on Thursday. Politico reported that it was a victory, but then went on to talk about all of the ways in which it really wasn’t. For example, Facebook hasn’t committed to release records on its work with Definers Public Affairs to engage in promoting far right, anti-Semitic attacks against George Soros. It was a campaign that also targeted Color of Change. Robinson also told Politico that Sandberg defended Joel Kaplan. Apparently Sandberg, according to Politico’s account of the meeting, offered a sincere apology and Mark Zuckerberg popped his head in. But really, who cares. Sandberg did agree to a civil rights audit that Color of Change would conduct and agreed to have a public debate on the results of the audit. But that’s really non-negotiable since they have to do something to prevent a boycott. Also, a New York Times report out the same day Robinson met with Sandberg suggested that Sandberg directed the communications team in their research of George Soros’s financial interests and actually sent an email asking if Soros had  shorted Facebook’s stock. A lot of people are just sort of wondering why Sheryl Sandberg, Mark Zuckerberg and Joel Kaplan should keep their jobs. But would that solve Facebook’s race issues? Mattis says Russia interfered in midterms Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said over the weekend during an interview at the Ronald Reagan Public library that Russian operatives attempted to interfere with the U.S. election. He said the Trump administration’s relationship with Russia has deteriorated. Mattis’ remarks came a couple of days after Trump canceled his scheduled meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the G-20 summit amidst Michael Cohen’s guilty plea for making misstatements to Congress in the investigation into the Trump administration’s business dealings with Russia during the 2016 presidential election. Marriott hack affects 500 million guests Marriott reported a hack that apparently affected some 500 million of its Starwood guests, exposing personal information including home addresses, passport numbers, drivers’ license numbers, names, and other personal details. New York State Attorney General Barbara Underwood is investigating the breach. The company has known about the breach since early September. Nexstar to acquire Tribune Nextstar has announced plans to acquire Tribune Media for $4.1 billion, making it the largest tv station owner in the U.S. The merger would add 42 stations to Nexstar’s portfolio bringing its total number of stations to 216 in 118 markets, just under the FCC’s 39% ownership threshold. The deal comes after Sinclair failed in its bid for Tribune earlier this year. Delrahim for AG? CNN reports that President Trump may be considering Makan Delrahim to replace Jeff Sessions as US Attorney General.  Currently, Delrahim is the Assistant Attorney General who sued AT&T to stop its acquisition of Time Warner—he lost. That deal went through. Some are still debating whether the president directed Delrahim to stop the merger. Delrahim denies this. But if he did act at Trump’s behest, the Attorney General job would be a big reward—ya think? FBI Charges 8 in Ad-fraud scheme The FBI charged eight individuals last week in an ad fraud scheme. The men face 13 charges for allegedly scheming to infect 1.7 million computers and drive traffic to counterfeit websites serving up ads. Craig Silverman has a detailed report in BuzzFeed News. DOJ Indicts 2 Iranians for Ransomware Attacks The Department of justice indicted 2 men in connection with an alleged Iranian ransomware plot since 2015 that has caused some $30 million in financial damage to city universities, governments and hospitals, including the City of Atlanta. Officials say the scheme, known as SamSam, affected more than 200 victims and led to some $6 million in ransom payments. Brian Fung has the story in the Washington Post. Google employees pledge $200k to help striking employees Some Google employees have banded together to create a $200k fund to help striking engineers who are opposing Google’s work on a censored search engine in China. The project is known as Project Dragonfly and hundreds of engineers oppose the effort and signed a letter to that effect last week.  

Makan Delrahim, the United States Assistant Attorney General for the Antitrust Division, talks with Recode's Kara Swisher about the government's attempt to stop the merger of AT&T and Time Warner and how he evaluates tech giants like Google and Facebook. In this episode:01:52 - Delrahim’s background in biotech and law06:28 - The importance of tech transfer09:17 - How he got into tech and antitrust law11:48 - The power of early tech titans14:35 - United States v. Microsoft Corp.19:08 - How Delrahim evaluates Silicon Valley’s power today23:43 - Robert Jackson and the history of antitrust25:57 - The AT&T-Time Warner case36:00 - What happens next with the government’s appeal37:39 - The optics of President Trump’s CNN hatred42:29 - Big telcos and net neutrality46:54 - Could Google have bought YouTube today?49:37 - Future tech M&A53:06 - International regulators and “antitrust laws as a weapon”57:30 - What could tech do that would get them in trouble? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Iris Recognition Technology and the U.S. Border Patrol One of Donald Trump's main campaign promises was to build a border wall on the U.S./Mexican border. But can iris recognition technology be used instead? Bio George Joseph (@GeorgeJoseph94) is a reporting fellow at Demos focusing on surveillance, immigration, law enforcement, and the entry of big data in criminal justice systems. His work has appeared in outlets such as The Guardian, NPR, The Atlantic, The Nation, The Verge, Slate, and CityLab. Resources Demos Migra!: A History of the U.S. Border Patrol by Kelly Lytle Hernandez   News Roundup Trump attacks Zuckerberg, Zuckerberg fires back President Trump attacked Mark Zuckerberg last week. The president complained on Twitter that “Facebook was always anti-Trump ... The Networks were always anti-Trump." He continued, " hence,Fake News, @nytimes(apologized) & @WaPo were anti-Trump. Collusion?” So Zuckerberg fired back "Both sides are upset about ideas and content they don't like. That's what running a platform for all ideas looks like.” Further, UNC Associate Professor Zeynep Tufekci wrote an op-ed for the New York Times. In it, she denounced Zuckerberg's rebuttal as more "both sides" false equivalency, pointing out Facebook's record ad revenues last year. Senate digs into social media's ties to Russia The Senate has called Twitter and Facebook to testify regarding Russian election interference. Facebook reports that 10 million users saw Russia-linked ads around the time of last year's election. One of the ads reportedly showed an image of a black woman shooting a rifle. In the meantime, Russia is threatening to ban Facebook unless the company stores Russian users' data on servers within Russia. Additionally, a new Oxford study has found that Twitter users shared more fake news, than real news, during the 2016 election. Senate confirms FCC's Pai to 5-year term On Monday, the Senate confirmed Republican Ajit Pai to a five-year term as FCC Chairman. The vote was 52-41 along party lines. Conservatives are railing against YouTube Conservatives are railing against YouTube for taking down ads appearing on content YouTube deemed to violate its terms of service. YouTube says the move was part of an effort to remove hate speech. But those on the right say YouTube is just discriminating against them. Ali Breland reports in the Hill. Senate unveiled driverless car bill The Senate unveiled a driverless car bill. However, it doesn't address driverless trucks. The bill places safety oversight with the federal government instead of the current patchwork of state laws. Moreover, the bill includes language on cybersecurity standards. Harper Neidig reports in theHill. Trump and tech sector team up on $500 million education plan Vindu Goel of the New York Times reports that a third of IBM's workforce is now based in India--more than any other country. Ivanka Trump last week announced a $200 million in Education Department grants to boost science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Further, Amazon, Facebook, Google, Microsoft and Salesforce are kicking in about $300 million. Cecilia Kang reports for the New York Times. U.S. intrudes into social media accounts Ron Nixon of the New York Times reports that he U.S. government will require all immigrants to turn over their social media data. Their social media data will become part of their immigration file. The order is set to take effect on October 18th. However, U.S. citizens are not immune from government scrutiny of their social media data. Zoe Tillman reports in Buzzfeed that the Department of Justice is seeking identifying information and data from three Facebook users. The users are now challenging the warrants. The Trump administration seeks to identify Facebook users who helped organize inauguration day protests. Apple reports spike in secret national security orders Apple reported an uptick in secret National Security orders in the first half of this year. Zack Whittaker at ZDNet reports that there was a threefold increase in secret orders issued against Apple users compared to the same period last year. TechNet backs Trump tax plan TechNet president Linda Moore wrote an op-ed piece for the San Francisco Chronicle in support of the the Trump administrations tax plan. Moore wrote that the current tax code is outdated and that the Trump proposal would clear the way for jobs and investment. Securities and Exchange Commission charges two crytocurrency scammers The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is charging two scammers in connection with their sale of cryptocurrencies. ReCoin Group Foundation and DRC world allegedly told investors they could expect huge returns for their investments in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. The problem is that the companies weren't actually in operation.  Ali Breland reports in the Hill. FCC's has lackluster response to Puerto Rico Puerto Rican victims of Hurricane Maria are stranded on the island without water, food, electricity or access to the Internet. What is Ajit Pai's only proposed solution? Telling Apple to open up iPhones to receive FM signals. FCC Democratic Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel called out the FCC on its non-response in Puerto Rico. She tweeted that during hurricanes Katrina and Sandy, the FCC held network recovery hearings. But the FCC hasn't held network recovery hearings in response to hurricanse Irma, Harvey, or Maria. Ali Breland reports for the Hill. Senate confirms Makan Delrahim to DOJ Antitrust division The Senate has confirmed Makan Delrahim to lead the DOJ's antirust division. Previously, Delrahim worked in the White House counsel's office. Harper Neidig reports for the Hill that Delrahim will head up the review of the $85.4 billion AT&T/Time Warner Merger. EU threatens social media companies with fines for hate speech Ivana Kottasová at CNN reports that the European Union has issued a final warning against Facebook and Twitter regarding hate speech. Mariya Gabriel, the EU's top digital economy and society official, says flagged hate speech needs to come down quickly. Gabriel says that in almost a third of cases, it's taking more than a week.   Some European countries are cracking down on hate speech with or without the EU. Germany, for example, is instituting $59 million fines for failing to remove hate speech within 24 hours.  Dems propose $40 billion for rural broadband Democrats are proposing $40 billion to boost rural broadband. Democrats released the recommendation as part of their "Better Deal" agenda released in July. Harper Neidig reports in The Hill. Google separates shopping from search Google acted last week to separate its online shopping unit from its traditional search. Some experts see the move as a concession to European officials who fined Google $2.7 billion over the summer. The European Commission had found that Google had prioritized its shopping results over rivals. The new structure will allow officials to directly regulate Google shopping. James Kanter has the story in The New York Times. Equifax adds 2.5 million to data breach count Ali Breland reports in the Hill that Equifax as raised its estimate of the number of people affected by its massive data breach by 2.5 million. Equifax has now brought the total estimate of affected customers up to 145.5 million.