Podcast appearances and mentions of Derek Mitchell

    The Ruckus Report   Quick take: When traditional approaches to school improvement aren't working, the answer may not be more control - but rather more connection. Dr. Mitchell reveals how transformative leadership starts with listening and building authentic relationships.   Meet Your Fellow Ruckus Maker Dr. Derek Mitchell serves as the CEO of Partners in School Innovation, working with schools that face long histories of chronic underperformance and serve predominantly high-poverty communities. His organization partners with schools to create lasting, meaningful change through innovative leadership approaches.   Breaking Down the Old Rules

Sound Heap Inc. CEO & Fun Captain John-Luke Roberts presents clips from all the best podcasts on the Sound Heap Inc. podcast network, which this week include:Mennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn.,  the masculine podcast which is now spelt with seventeen ns.Look Who's Tiktokking NowA Cowboy To Comfort The GrievingOff With Their Heads, the show where celebrity guests plan their dream executionQuikflmrevws...and extended listens to We Want To Meet The Moon, in which two people flatter the moon in the hope that it will come on the show as a guest.Sound Heap was created and hosted by John-Luke Roberts, and featured Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Derek Mitchell, Shea Wojtus, and Bilal Zafar. The original music is by Paddy Gervers and Rob Sell at Torch & Compass, and the show was mixed by Rich Evans at Syncbox Post. It was produced and edited by Ed Morrish for Lead Mojo productions. Sound Heap is a proud member of the Maximum Fun network. MaxFunDrive ends on March 28, 2025! Support our show now and get access to bonus content by becoming a member at maximumfun.org/join.

Sound Heap Inc. CEO & Fun Captain John-Luke Roberts presents clips from all the best podcasts on the Sound Heap Inc. podcast network, which this week include:The Terrible Old Crone's Terrible Old PodcastThinkles, the philosophy podcastFights, DescribedLet Me Love A Love Like That, with Leigh DelamereSpritz, the quick quick perfume review podcastRememberama...and an extended listen to The Apocalypse, By Bernard Tits, in which Bernard Tits imagines different ways the world might end.Sound Heap was created and hosted by John-Luke Roberts, and featured Andy Barr, Saima Ferdows, Derek Mitchell, Sarah Morgan, Joz Norris and Bilal Zafar. The original music is by Paddy Gervers and Rob Sell at Torch & Compass, and the show was mixed by Rich Evans at Syncbox Post. It was produced and edited by Ed Morrish for Lead Mojo productions. Sound Heap is a proud member of the Maximum Fun network. MaxFunDrive ends on March 28, 2025! Support our show now and get access to bonus content by becoming a member at maximumfun.org/join.

Episode #317: Derek Mitchell's engagement with Myanmar began unexpectedly in the 1990s when he attended a human rights event featuring Aung San Suu Kyi. Years later, he became the first U.S. Special Representative and later Ambassador to Myanmar, playing a crucial role in shaping U.S. policy toward the country.Under the Obama administration, the U.S. reassessed its approach, transitioning from sanctions to diplomatic engagement. Mitchell was tasked with determining whether Myanmar's new government, led by Thein Sein, was genuinely committed to reform. While political prisoners were released and civil society restrictions eased, skepticism remained, especially as the military, under Commander-in-Chief Min Aung Hlaing, retained significant power.Mitchell championed an action-for-action approach, incrementally easing sanctions in response to reforms. While some criticized this as premature, he defended engagement, arguing, “We have to recognize that Myanmar is a country, not a cause.” He believed isolating Myanmar would only deepen military control while economic and political incentives could encourage democratic progress.The 2015 elections marked a milestone as Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NLD) won by a landslide. However, ethnic minorities remained wary, and military control persisted under the 2008 Constitution. Then the Rohingya crisis of 2017 shattered hopes of democratic transition, exposing the military's unchecked power. “I realized that was a ticking time bomb, and that it could go off at any time,” Mitchell recalls.The 2021 coup confirmed his fears, revealing how fragile Myanmar's democratic reforms had been. Post-coup, Myanmar entered a period of profound instability, with mass resistance challenging military rule. Mitchell stresses that external pressure remains crucial, stating, “There should be absolute, airtight pressure, not just from the United States, but from the frontline states to this regime, to say, ‘this is unacceptable.'”

Sound Heap is back, again! As ever, CEO and Fun Captain John-Luke Roberts presents highlights from all the best podcasts across the Sound Heap Inc. podcast network. This week's featured podcast is Mennnnnnnn., a podcast for men, about men, with eight Ns and a full stop. You'll also hear clips fromSomething You Can Do With An EggOff With Their Heads, where guests plan out their dream executionQuick Reviews Of Spooky BooksThings Described To An Idiot (this week: football!)Then, Then, Then, Then, Then, Then, Then, and NowRememberama...and more!Sound Heap was created and hosted by John-Luke Roberts, and featured Andy Barr, Athena Kugblenu, Derek Mitchell, Eleanor Morton, Joz Norris and Bilal Zafar. The original music is by Paddy Gervers and Rob Sell at Torch & Compass, and the show was mixed by Rich Evans at Syncbox Post. It was produced and edited by Ed Morrish for Lead Mojo productions.Sound Heap is a proud member of the Maximum Fun network.

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Special guests Rev. Jeff Sexton and Rev. Derek Mitchell joined Host Ber Bolton and Pastor Tonya Marks for this episode to talk about District stuff like Assembly, Ordination, and more! The older episode we referenced was S2E17, if you want to check that one out, too!

Comedian and social media sensation Derek Mitchell is the Celebrity Guestimator this week, tackling our quiz Months, Middle Fingers and Melted Cheese. The three rounds he'll be battling Bush on are the British public's favourite way to cook cheese; what they think is the most and least useful hand gesture; and where they'd put a 13th month in the calendar. For all things Derek and his alter ego Double Dutch, visit linktr.ee/derekscottmitchell   For Guestimators merch, head to guestimators.store Email us on hello@guestimators.com Send voicenotes to 07457404279   And follow our socials: Twitter/X Instagram  YouTube TikTok Bluesky   Production Company - Lock It In Studio Hosts - Andy Bush & Matt Cutler Producer - Will Nichols Music - Adam Harrison Design - Charlie Thomas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What are the UK's five favourite cheeses? It's actually not a question on Guestimators this week - but Statman Matt thought he'd have a bit of fun seeing if Bush and Producer Will fancied an impromptu Bonus Round quiz. They also preview this week's quiz, Months, Middle Fingers and Melted Cheese, and Thursday's guest Derek Mitchell. To play Guestimators every week, go to guestimators.com. And if you're enjoying the show, give us a rating and review, we can't promise it will help you score more points on the quiz, but it will make you feel fuzzy inside. For our merch - go to guestimators.store Email us on hello@guestimators.com Voicenotes to 07457404279 And follow our socials: Twitter/X Instagram  YouTube TikTok Hosts - Andy Bush & Matt Cutler Producer - Will Nichols Music - Adam Harrison Design - Charlie Thomas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Series! From Training To Transformation: Redefining L&D's Role.  We're so excited to announce our new multi-episode podcast series on L&D transformation. Our first episode kicks off with Derek Mitchell, Analytics Partner at Novo Nordisk.  In this episode Derek discusses the critical role of data in L&D. He emphasises using data to proactively identify training needs, personalise communications, and measure the impact of learning initiatives. He also highlights the importance of moving beyond traditional metrics like course completions to focus on performance, skills growth, and behaviour change.  It's a fantastic episode, and definitely sets the scene for this crucial series!  Links:  Derek's LinkedIn Ashley's LinkedIn  Strategic Marketing for L&D Course     

For the final show of 2024, Sound Heap CEO and Fun Captain John-Luke Roberts presents a seasonal special of highlights from across the Sound Heap Inc. podcast network. You'll hear clips from episodes of:Elty Jomb's Lobbly SondsBeautisome Home with Merilyn MorgarnA Poem For You, featuring medieval poet Geoffrey ChaucerUnsettling Opinions But You Can't Quite Put Your Finger On WhyThe Year In Potatoes...and many more!Sound Heap will return for a new season in 2025, and until then, thanks to our sponsor Elty Jomb for his continued support, and NO THANKS. AT ALL to French President Emmanuel Macron. He knows why.Sound Heap was created and hosted by John-Luke Roberts, and featured Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Mary Flanigan, Paul Foxcroft, Athena Kugblenu, Derek Mitchell, Joel Morris, Eleanor Morton, Joz Norris, Ada Player and Bilal Zafar. The original music is by Paddy Gervers and Rob Sell at Torch & Compass, and the show was mixed by Rich Evans at Syncbox Post. It was produced and edited by Ed Morrish for Lead Mojo productions.Sound Heap is a proud member of the Maximum Fun network.

DuimpjeSintelen, or something like it? We are going English this Sinterklaas period, with an American born actor-comedian who's ready to stick our national favourite romcom Alles is Liefde in a burlap sack, to send it off to Spain. It is the Dutch knock-off version of Love Actually, but in stead of dressing it up with Christmas the crew drowned in a Dutch holiday tradition. Derek Mitchell has lived in the Netherlands for over ten years and he has already got his Dutch passport. That must have been a doozy for him, with his language and observational skills. You would probably know him from Let's Double Dutch, his online channel on which he lovingly pokes fun at Dutchies. His sketches have been watched over 25 million times. And right now, he is touring his live show, with stand up and sketches. Amongst other things we discuss watching Alles is Liefde as a rite of passage to connect with Dutch culture, the Revenge of the Nerds and blackface scenes in the movie and some famous Dutch folk who've passed from view. Hey, you want to support this podcast? Visit our Patreon page! Links: Derek's tour dates: https://patronstage.com/events/category/double-dutch/ Let's Double Dutch on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/letsdoubledutch/  And on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdoubledutch?lang=en-EN  And YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@letsdoubledutch  Derek interviewed in NPO Radio 1 (in Dutch): https://www.nporadio1.nl/fragmenten/de-nacht-is-zwart/9d2d8576-4802-4fd4-886c-8e5e41e1e5b6/2024-10-06-nou-ja-zo-zijn-ehm-nederlanders  Derek Mitchell interviewed on Winq.nl (also in Dutch): https://www.winq.nl/ik-stond-hier-achter-de-bar-nu-mag-ik-er-optreden/280622  Derek Mitchell Creative: https://www.derekmitchellcreative.com/  When Derek did the InScience Film Festival: https://www.insciencefestival.nl/nl/vertoning/double-dutch-inscience-special/  Extra links: Roger Glover - Love is All: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BR6pYICqZT0  Clip: Carice van Houten chats with Paul de Leeuw about having a crush on him on Dutch tv: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlOfKR5UbeU  Valerio Zeno guests on the Moodfellas podcast: https://www.moodfellas.nl/news/11-te-gast-valerio-zeno-over-tv-carriere-jungle-avonturen-babylon/

As you probably know, earlier this year Sound Heap Inc. lost a lot of money by signing a 'golden handcuffs' deal with French President Emmanuel Macron.  This left the once-thriving Sound Heap Podcast Network with just one show: Rememberama, the podcast where people remember things. And now Sound Heap CEO and Fun Captain John-Luke Roberts has tried four other ways of dealing with this - denying it had happened, being angry at everyone, trying to cut a deal and just being sad, he's decided to accept what's going on. So please enjoy these clips from the show which would be Sound Heap's best podcast even if it wasn't Sound Heap's only podcast: Rememberama. This week you'll hear people remembering:Louis Theroux revealing that pokémon weren't realThe episode of Rainbow that made it clear that Zippy had an anusBanksy's latte artLondon 2012's controversial Olympic mascotThe McDonald's advert that... the advert which... ...What?Sound Heap was created and hosted by John-Luke Roberts, and featured Andy Barr, Margaret Cabourn Smith,  Saima Ferdows, Alice Fraser, Josh Gondelman, Derek Mitchell, Joz Norris, Ada Player, Marjolein Robertson, Piotr Sikora, Lorna Rose Treen and Bilal Zafar. The original music is by Paddy Gervers and Rob Sell at Torch & Compass, and the show was mixed by Rich Evans at Syncbox Post. It was produced and edited by Ed Morrish for Lead Mojo productions.

This week, it's back to service as usual - or, should we say, Sound Heap as usual! After being reduced to just one podcast, Rememberama (the podcast for people who like to remember things), because we lost a lot of money to Emmanuel Macron over the summer, Sound Heap CEO & Fun Captain John-Luke Roberts can now proudly present selections from our  back-to-normal-sized slate of podcasts!In this week's Sound Heap Taste Pod you'll be hearing clips from:Nostalgiarama: the podcast for people who like to be nostalgic about thingsPastarama: the podcast that isn't about pasta!and, for old time's sake,  a long clip from this week's episode of Rememberama!Sound Heap was created and hosted by John-Luke Roberts, and featured Andy Barr, Ruby Carr,  Margaret Cabourn Smith,  Saima Ferdows, Alice Fraser, Josh Gondelman, Gareth Gwynn,  Derek Mitchell, Joz Norris, Jonathan Oldfield, Marjolein Robertson, Esyllt Sears, Piotr Sikora, Lorna Rose Treen and Bilal Zafar. The original music is by Paddy Gervers and Rob Sell at Torch & Compass, and the show was mixed by Rich Evans at Syncbox Post. It was produced and edited by Ed Morrish for Lead Mojo productions.Sound Heap is a proud member of the Maximum Fun network.

With extra finance apparently not forthcoming, despite multiple calls to venture capital funds, Sound Heap CEO and Fun Captain John-Luke Roberts brings you yet more highlights from Sound Heap's best and, still, only podcast: Rememberama, the podcast for people who like to remember things. This week you'll hear people remembering:When police sirens were replaced by pop songsThe world's most famous virginWhen children had to carve their own shoes out of leatherThe research that proved that slinkies could  feel painThangs that were cool in the '90sPogsAnd much, much more.  If you enjoy the show and are a benevolent billionaire who wants to fund more like it, please get in touch. Or even a malevolent billionaire - we're not fussy.Sound Heap was created and hosted by John-Luke Roberts, and featured Andy Barr, Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Saima Ferdows, Alice Fraser, Gareth Gwynn, Derek Mitchell, Joz Norris, Marjolein Robertson, Esyllt Sears and Bilal Zafar. The original music is by Paddy Gervers and Rob Sell at Torch & Compass, and the show was mixed by Rich Evans at Syncbox Post. It was produced and edited by Ed Morrish for Lead Mojo productions.Sound Heap is a proud member of the Maximum Fun network.

I cannot wait for you to meet Derek Mitchell. His origin story will have you remembering your own childhood, and the teachers and parents in your life that changed your world. Derek is the CEO of Partners in School Innovation. Partners in School Innovation has been on a mission to transform teaching and learning in the most challenged U.S. public schools so that every student thrives. Their vision: A thriving system of public schools that have an unwavering focus on results and are vibrant places to teach, learn, and grow. To achieve our mission and vision, Partners works alongside schools and districts collaboratively, with an assets-based mindset, with a systems perspective, and in ways that allow us to constantly learn and improve. Derek is a true Change Agent leading an army of other Change Agents focused on changing the world...for the better. Enjoy the listen.

Comedian Derek Mitchell, who has appeared on Apple TV's Ted Lasso and whose online sketches have generated over 250 million views, speaks Double Dutch. This is his origin story. And he chats about his 2024 Edinburgh debut show called, 'Derek Mitchell: Double Dutch'. Presented by Martin Walker. Derek's Profile and Social Media HERE www.onthemic.co.uk    

Episode Notes The Nature article about the dinosaur Masiakasaurus Knopfleri Smithsonian article about Majungasaurus To find out about Derek's history with cockroaches listen to this episode  The UK's National Education Nature Park project Dacher Keltner, the researcher studying awe, on the On Being podcast Reimagining San Francisco Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer

In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 4, 2024, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu welcome back Derek Mitchell from the University of Leeds Institute of Thermofluids to talk about his research article, “Honeybee cluster—not insulation but stressful heat sink.” This episode concludes with a Q&A segment. Check out our website: ufhoneybee.com, for additional resources from today's episode. 

In this podcast we learn that through math(s) we can prove that some of our long held beliefs about honeybees are wrong. Derek Mitchell researches into the heat transfer of man-made and natural honeybee nests at the School of Mechanical Engineering of the University of Leeds where he has recently completed his Phd with a thesis entitled “The Thermofluid engineering of the honeybee nest (Apis Mellifera) . He has had articles published in Beecraft, Bee Culture, American Bee Journal and Natural Honey bee husbandry in addition to his published academic work in the Royal Society Journal and International Journal of Biometeorology. Recent papers include: Publications: Mitchell D (2023) Honeybees cluster together when it's cold – but we've been completely wrong about why The Conversation November 24, 2023 https://theconversation.com/honeybees-cluster-together-when-its-cold-but-weve-been-completely-wrong-about-why-218066Mitchell, D.M. (2023_ Honey Bee Cluster – not insulation but stressful heat sink Journal of the Royal Society Interface. Mitchell, D.M. (2023). Are Man-Made Hives valid thermal surrogates for natural Honey Bee nests [in review] Journal of Thermal Biology. Mitchell, D.(2022) Honey bee ( Apis mellifera ) size determines colony heat transfer when brood covering or distributed,” Int. J. Biometeorol., vol. Accepted for publication.

Episode Notes The book that Stacey and Derek talk about is Change Agents, by Justin Cohen Listen to a conversation between the author, Justin Cohen, and Derek Mitchell here! Check out our full library of podcast episodes, articles, and videos about Continuous Improvement here!

In anticipation of Biden's expected 2024 announcement, we're bringing you this episode from our archive. Enjoy! There is no question that the Trump Administration has been a dramatic departure from past US Administrations on issues like democracy promotion, human rights and protecting press freedoms. Autocrats have been embraced. Press freedoms and free speech have been under siege here in the U.S. What would change if Joe Biden took office next January? In the second of our Agenda 2021 series, Amb. Derek Mitchell, President of the National Democratic Institute, Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America and author of the forthcoming Dare to Speak: Defending Free Speech for All (HarperCollins, July 2020) and Kenneth Roth, Executive Director of Human Rights Watch discuss global trends, and policy shifts they expect and that they would like to see. Don't miss this important discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In anticipation of Biden's expected 2024 announcement, we're bringing you this episode from our archive. Enjoy! There is no question that the Trump Administration has been a dramatic departure from past US Administrations on issues like democracy promotion, human rights and protecting press freedoms. Autocrats have been embraced. Press freedoms and free speech have been under siege here in the U.S. What would change if Joe Biden took office next January? In the second of our Agenda 2021 series, Amb. Derek Mitchell, President of the National Democratic Institute, Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America and author of the forthcoming Dare to Speak: Defending Free Speech for All (HarperCollins, July 2020) and Kenneth Roth, Executive Director of Human Rights Watch discuss global trends, and policy shifts they expect and that they would like to see. Don't miss this important discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Derek MitchellHosted by: Courtney Ortiz & Lesley MealorDerek Mitchell has been a staple in the NYC dance scene for decades, teaching and inspiring dancers of all ages.  His experience ranges from choreographing for SYTYCD Ukraine and the Knicks City Dancers to serving as Resident Choreographer of the 1st national tour of Hamilton. Nowadays you can find him traveling the country teaching on the convention circuit as well as in New York, where it all began!Follow Derek Mitchell on social media @Derekmitchellg and be sure to check out their upcoming projects.Help support our podcast. Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members-onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Season 4. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearYour support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!This episode is sponsored by:Apolla Performance The benefit of a shoe + the comfort of a sock. Try Apolla Shocks and use code IMPACT10 for 10% off at checkout!Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor  - @miss.lesley.danceDerek Mitchell - @DerekmitchellgJoin our NEW Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow us on social media at @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of IDA Affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show

Originally Aired: June 3, 2020 There is no question that the Trump Administration has been a dramatic departure from past US Administrations on issues like democracy promotion, human rights and protecting press freedoms. Autocrats have been embraced. Press freedoms and free speech have been under siege here in the U.S. What would change if Joe Biden took office next January? In the second of our Agenda 2021 series, Amb. Derek Mitchell, President of the National Democratic Institute, Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America and author of the forthcoming Dare to Speak: Defending Free Speech for All (HarperCollins, July 2020) and Kenneth Roth, Executive Director of Human Rights Watch discuss global trends, and policy shifts they expect and that they would like to see. Don't miss this important discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally Aired: June 3, 2020 There is no question that the Trump Administration has been a dramatic departure from past US Administrations on issues like democracy promotion, human rights and protecting press freedoms. Autocrats have been embraced. Press freedoms and free speech have been under siege here in the U.S. What would change if Joe Biden took office next January? In the second of our Agenda 2021 series, Amb. Derek Mitchell, President of the National Democratic Institute, Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America and author of the forthcoming Dare to Speak: Defending Free Speech for All (HarperCollins, July 2020) and Kenneth Roth, Executive Director of Human Rights Watch discuss global trends, and policy shifts they expect and that they would like to see. Don't miss this important discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Vice President, Derek Mitchell serves as the principal lead on a variety of company initiatives such as Tax-Exempt Municipal Lease Financing, Energy Performance Contract Management, Government Fleet Analytics and Financing, in addition to various growth and implementation strategies. In his current role, Derek has financed over $300 million in transactions within the public sector as well as managing multiple project management engagements. He also made history when he led the financing team which funded the largest Energy Performance Contract ever implemented by a Public Housing Authority. Derek has presented and engaged in panel discussions on the topic of tax-exempt financing at various organizations including the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities (“CLPHA”), the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (“ACEEE”), and the Birmingham Business Alliance.  Prior to his work at Grant Capital Management, Derek successfully launched products in the Antihypertensive, Psychiatry, and Urology markets within the pharmaceutical industry. He is knowledgeable in developing and executing sound business strategies that increase sales numbers.Derek has over fourteen years of experience in building strong customer relationships, training of newly hired employees and organizational strategy within multiple business segments.Derek holds a B.S. in Marketing from Hampton University and a MBA-finance from Loyola University.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates 

Episode Notes Justin Cohen's book, Change Agents, is available here This episode is part of a three-part series from the Gates Foundation Fall 2022 Community of Practice Convening in San Diego, California. You can find all three episodes here. You can find the other den talks from this event in this youtube playlist. You can find lots more podcast episodes, articles, and videos about continuous improvement here!

In this episode, Rhodri talks to Sara Slaughter, Executive Director of the W. Clement and Jessie V. Stone Foundation, and Derek Mitchell, CEO of Partners in Schools Innovation about their relationship as funder and grantee, and how they have worked together to move towards to a new focus on equity and justice. Including:How and why has Stone Foundation changed the way it does grantee convenings? What do they get out of it as a funder, and what do grantees get out of it?How difficult is it as a funder to convene without being directive?Do we need to shed some of the technocratic language that tends to dominate philanthropic funding?What is “radical humility” and why should funders embrace it?Do we need to redefine what counts as success and failure in grantmaking?Is racial injustice such a big/cross-cutting issue that it should not be seen as a cause area, but rather as something that is the responsibility of ALL philanthropic funders and nonprofits? What does this mean in practice?In trying to convince philanthropic funders of the need to shift power is it better to make a moral case (i.e., that they should do it because it is “the right thing to do”) or a practical one (i.e., that it will make them more effective as grantmakers)?Are there challenges for traditional grantmakers when it comes to bringing communities and people with lived experience into decision making processes?How do you balance the value of experience and the value of expertise?Is the process of giving power away uncomfortable by necessity?Is there a danger that even well-intentioned funders inadvertently distort the work of their grantees by virtue of the choices they make about what to fund and how to fund it? How can funders check their own power and thus avoid this risk?Is it always best to shift power? Or are there situations where funders should “lean into their power”, because they are better placed to undertake advocacy or influencing?How important is physical proximity in making trust-based relationships work? How can funders and grantees manage the tension between urgency and patience?Is philanthropy a reflection of those “circumstances of economic injustice” that Dr Martin Luther King identified, and therefore too often part of the problem? How can we make it be part of the solution?Related ContentSara and Derek's comment piece for Philanthropy News Digest, “Building trust with grantees with ‘radical humility'”Grantmakers for Education's case study on W. Clement and Jessie V. Stone's grantee convenings, “Equity as a Verb” W. Clement and Jessie V. Stone Foundation websitePartners in Schools Innovation websitePhilanthropisms podcast with Sadaf ShallwaniPhilanthropism Podcast with Derek BardowellWhy Philanthropy Matters guides on core-cost funding, measuring impact, and short vs long-term

Chai with Rai (Ep.26). In conversation with Brinda Guha where we sat and discussed the lineage and history of Classical Indian Dance, from her journey of Kathak to Manipuri to Flamenco. We discussed Brinda's work, the codifying of Classical Dance, Culture Appropriation and her thoughts on Activism.  We had to rush this episode and fit a lot of topics in but I am grateful to have Brinda on here to share her perspective and educate on so many things. I hope you enjoy this Cuppa Filled episode.  A bit about Brinda: Brinda is a Dancer, Actress, model, Choreographer, Curator (WiseFruit) and Artistic Director ( Kalamandir School of Dance) based in America. Her Background in Dance began from the North Indian Classical Dance style Kathak under the tutelage of her mother Smt. Malabika Guha. Alongside that Learning Flamenco from Dionisia Garcia of Flamenco NYC. She also studied other forms of Classical Indian dance, including Manipuri East Indian Classical dance from Smt. Kalavati Devi and her daughter, Bimbavati Devi. Brinda currently dances with Soles of Duende, a multicultural percussive trio rooted in the rhythms of Tap (Amanda Castro), Flamenco (Arielle Rosales), and Kathak (Guha). She is also the artistic director of Kalamandir Dance Company, main faculty of Kalamandir School of Dance Inc., curator at Wise Fruit NYC,  which has had over 10 showcases and raised money for Plant Parenthood and Action fund. And is also an administrator at Dance/NYC.  Her choreographic works have been showcased at Brooklyn Dance Festival, NYCDA Dance Festival, Young Choreographer's Festival, Broadway Dance Center Professional Semester Showcase, Gowanus Arts Center, Secret Theater, Dixon Place, Grounds for Sculpture, George St. Playhouse, NJ State Theater, Funktion Dance Complex, The Knockdown Center, Hammerstein Ballroom, Madison Square Garden, and much more. he has set work with Andy Blankenbuehler, Justin Conte, Phil Orsano, Derek Mitchell, Neil Schwartz, Ashle Dawson, Kumari Suraj, Lauren Cox, Carlos Neto, Omari Mizrahi, Myriam Gadri, Ginger Cox & Subhasis Das.  Brinda's acting credits include “Pagla Ghora”, directed by celebrated Bollywood filmmaker, Amol Palekar. She later debuted a lead role at the South Asian Theater Festival's staging of “Red Oleanders” and “The Little Clay Cart” (2009, 2010). Brinda has performed in small theater productions since, including the lead in Gargi Mukherjee's "Our Voices", as well as in a segment directed by Subhasis Das for 2015's South Asian Theater Festival's Theater In Break installment of "Ami Chitragada", which ultimately traveled to five venues over the course of 2017.  To watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/d-xuQGS6_6E  Social: Myself: https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithrai_/  Guest: https://www.instagram.com/brindaguha/ & https://www.instagram.com/kalamandirdanceco/ & https://www.instagram.com/wisefruitnyc/  Links: Myself: https://linktr.ee/raimuitfum  Guest: https://www.brindaguha.com/ Hope you all enjoyed it and Thank you for tuning in. To Subscribe, share, follow my work and everything else is listed above.  

Misha is joined by Amb. Derek Mitchell, of the National Democratic Institute, and Dr. Dan Twining, of the International Republican Institute, to talk about democracy in Asia, the China challenge, and predictions for 2022.

Misha is joined by Amb. Derek Mitchell, of the National Democratic Institute, and Dr. Dan Twining, of the International Republican Institute, to talk about democracy in Asia, the China challenge, and predictions for 2022.

Episode Notes We make this podcast with the support of Patreon backers like Jens Brouwer, NarizRoja, Jon Kohlingen, Stephanie, Derek Mitchell, TheFlyingMinotaur, Luna, Ryan Goldstein, Lari Assmuth, Ryan Astheimer, J.R. Brabson, Luke, Bren, Devin Preston, Meghan Cross, Anthony Thiebaut, Oli Jeffery, Aaron Acevedo, Kettle and Clock, Matthew Molineaux, Marty Chodorek, Daniel Hiatt, Devin White, Jack Blair, Rogue Shindler, Lou Tenant, Hemraa, Nick & Cameron Robertson, Chris Wittich, Brett Volz, MagpieMirrorTest, spellboundmage, Rich Howard, Justen Hunter, August, polyamorous_q, Greg Walters If you'd like to help support this show and future shows check us out at Patreon.com/stophackandroll Find us both on twitter as @stophackandroll Find all our episodes and links to some of the games we've been working on at StopHackandRoll.com Email us at James or Brandon @ Stophackandroll.com Please Rate and review our podcast on iTunes to help others find our show. If you can't support us financially, support our community by being part of it. Join our discord at tinyurl.com/shrdiscord or discord.stophackandroll.com >Music for the show is 'There It Is' by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) >Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

Episode Notes We make this podcast with the support of Patreon backers like Jens Brouwer, NarizRoja, Spiral Dice - Jon, Stephanie Burt, Derek Mitchell, TheFlyingMinotaur, Luna, Ryan Goldstein, Lari Assmuth, Ryan Astheimer, J.R. Brabson, Luke, T.P. Huth, Bren, Devin Preston, Meghan Cross, Anthony Thiebaut, Oli Jeffery, Aaron Acevedo, Kettle and Clock, Matthew Molineaux, Marty Chodorek, Daniel Hiatt, Devin White, Jack Blair, Rogue Shindler, Lou Tenant, Hemraa, Nick & Cameron Robertson, Chris Wittich, Brett Volz, MagpieMirrorTest, spellboundmage, Rich Howard, Justen Hunter, August, polyamorous_q If you'd like to help support this show and future shows check us out at Patreon.com/stophackandroll Find us both on twitter as @stophackandroll Find all our episodes and links to some of the games we've been working on at StopHackandRoll.com Email us at James or Brandon @ Stophackandroll.com Please Rate and review our podcast on iTunes to help others find our show. If you can't support us financially, support our community by being part of it. Join our discord at tinyurl.com/shrdiscord or discord.stophackandroll.com >Music for the show is 'There It Is' by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) >Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

Episode Notes We make this podcast with the support of Patreon backers like Jens Brouwer, NarizRoja, Spiral Dice - Jon, Stephanie Burt, Derek Mitchell, TheFlyingMinotaur, Luna, Ryan Goldstein, Lari Assmuth, Ryan Astheimer, J.R. Brabson, Luke, T.P. Huth, Bren, Devin Preston, Meghan Cross, Anthony Thiebaut, Oli Jeffery, Aaron Acevedo, Kettle and Clock, Matthew Molineaux, Marty Chodorek, Daniel Hiatt, Devin White, Jack Blair, Rogue Shindler, Lou Tenant, Hemraa, Nick & Cameron Robertson, Chris Wittich, Brett Volz, MagpieMirrorTest, spellboundmage, Rich Howard, Justen Hunter, August, polyamorous_q If you'd like to help support this show and future shows check us out at Patreon.com/stophackandroll Find us both on twitter as @stophackandroll Find all our episodes and links to some of the games we've been working on at StopHackandRoll.com Email us at James or Brandon @ Stophackandroll.com Please Rate and review our podcast on iTunes to help others find our show. If you can't support us financially, support our community by being part of it. Join our discord at tinyurl.com/shrdiscord or discord.stophackandroll.com >Music for the show is 'There It Is' by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) >Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

For this bonus episode, we got a chance to sit down with Derek Michio a blind Internet radio station owner he talks about his career and his goals and dreams for the future and what operating a station like this is like we hope you enjoy :-)

Episode Notes We make this podcast with the support of Patreon backers like Stephanie Burt, Derek Mitchell, TheFlyingMinotaur, Luna, Ryan Goldstein, Lari Assmuth, Ryan Astheimer, J.R. Brabson, Luke, T.P. Huth, Bren, Devin Preston, Meghan Cross, Anthony Thiebaut, Oli Jeffery, Kylie, Aaron Acevedo, Kettle and Clock, Matthew Molineaux, Marty Chodorek, Daniel Hiatt, Devin White, Jack Blair, Rogue Shindler, Matt Hayles, Lou Tenant, Hemraa, Nick & Cameron Robertson, Chris Wittich, Brett Volz, MagpieMirrorTest, spellboundmage, Rich Howard, Justen Hunter, August, polyamorous_q, and Greg Walters If you'd like to help support this show and future shows check us out at Patreon.com/stophackandroll Find us both on twitter as @stophackandroll Find all our episodes and links to some of the games we've been working on at StopHackandRoll.com Email us at James or Brandon @ Stophackandroll.com Please Rate and review our podcast on iTunes to help others find our show. If you can't support us financially, support our community by being part of it. Join our discord at tinyurl.com/shrdiscord or discord.stophackandroll.com >Music for the show is 'There It Is' by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) >Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 21st, 2021, we are joined by Derek Mitchell from the Institute of Thermal Fluids in the School of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Leeds, U.K., to discuss why you should insulate your hives in the summer. In the 5 Minute Management segment, Jamie and Amy discuss sting management and body responses to stings. This episode is ended with a Q&A segment.

This week Coach April talks with Derek Mitchell to address Misleading Advertising in the insurance industry and how it can impact the interactions between consumers and customer service representatives. More about Derek: I have been in the insurance industry for over 8 years with 6 years of experience as an agent. I have worked for multiple different insurance carriers and am currently representing Liberty Mutual. I love helping clients protect their assets. We all work so hard to build up what we have and I take pride in making sure that you have peace of mind that those assets are protected. Before working in the insurance industry I was in IT. After figuring out that IT was not for me I have truly enjoyed meeting people from all aspects of life and helping them secure the insurance products they need for great value. Addressing the ELEPHANT in the Room® is a ONE LIGHT AHEAD production made in association with Eric Ballestero. © Copyright ONE LIGHT AHEAD® & April Ballestero & Eric Ballestero 2021. All Rights Reserved. Host: Coach April Ballestero Guest: Derek Mitchell Produced by: Eric Ballestero Derek Mitchell • Insurance Consultant • Derek.Mitchell@libertymutual.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

For the past several years, Burma had been transitioning toward a democratically elected, civilian-run government.  That progress came to a sudden halt in February when the military enacted a coup.  Derek Mitchell, President of the National Democratic Institute and former Ambassador to Burma, joins us to talk about this inflection point in Burma's history.RelatedNational Democratic InstituteBush Institute Liberty and Leadership programAmbassador Derek Mitchell on Twitter

Ambassador Derek Mitchell, former U.S. ambassador to Myanmar and current President of the National Democratic Institute, sits down with the Council to tackle recent events in Myanmar, including the military coup d'état that ousted the nation's democratically elected leaders and subsequent nationwide protests. But what led up to this point and what happens next? Is this coup a sign that democracy is in retreat around the world?

The events of January 6th changed the way we look at our democracy. Democracy work is more important than ever and our new series titled, The Future of Democracy, takes a deep dive into the ways we approach our work. Our host Ken Jaques and co-host Andrew Wilson, CIPE’s Executive Director, kick off the series with Derek Mitchell, National Democratic Institute’s (NDI) president. Listen to this episode to gain insight on the future of democracy and democracy support.

In this episode of the ChinaPower Podcast, Ambassador Derek Mitchell joins us to discuss the implications of the 2021 Myanmar coup for China-Myanmar relations. Ambassador Mitchell analyzes the current state of China-Myanmar relations, describes its historical development, and outlines China’s interests within the region after the coup. Ambassador Mitchell also examines which areas the United States and China can cooperate in Myanmar and which areas they likely cannot. He argues that while China faces widespread public antagonism amongst the population in Myanmar, it still commands significant influence due to the investments that it has made in Myanmar as part of the Belt and Road Initiative, as well as its continued association with communist groups in northeastern Myanmar. Nonetheless, Ambassador Mitchell contends that Myanmar is not without leverage when it comes to interacting with China, as it can make use of its relations with Japan, Europe, the United States, and even Russia to prevent China from developing a monopolizing influence. Ambassador Derek Mitchell is currently the president of the National Democratic Institute. He has previously served as the United States Ambassador to Myanmar, the first U.S. Special Representative and Policy Coordinator for Burma, and the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Asian and Pacific Security Affairs. Ambassador Mitchell was previously a senior fellow, director for Asia, and director of the Southeast Asia Initiative at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.

The February 1st coup launched by Myanmar's military effectively put an end to the country's tentative transition to democracy as civilian political leaders were imprisoned and the results of the 2020 elections annulled. On Friday, February 19th, the Ash Center hosted a discussion titled Myanmar After the Coup. Joining the Center to discuss these recent events in Myanmar and what they portend for the country's future were Pwint Htun, Non-Residential Myanmar Program Fellow at the Ash Center and Derek Mitchell, president of the National Democratic Institute and former U.S. ambassador to Myanmar. The conversation was moderated by Tarek Masoud, Professor of Public Policy and Sultan Qaboos bin Said of Oman Professor of International Relations at HKS.The transcript for this episode is online here. About the Ash Center The Ash Center is a research center and think tank at Harvard Kennedy School focused on democracy, government innovation, and Asia public policy. AshCast, the Center's podcast series, is a collection of conversations, including events and Q&As with experts, from around the Center on pressing issues, forward-looking solutions, and more. Visit the Ash Center online, follow us on Twitter, and like us on Facebook. For updates on the latest research, events, and activities, please signup for our newsletter.

As mass protests continue in Myanmar, former US Ambassador to Myanmar Derek Mitchell joins Christiane Amanpour to discuss the situation on the ground and his worries for the safety of demonstrators. Turning to U.S. politics and the second impeachment of Donald Trump, constitutional law scholar and Harvard Law professor Noah Feldman says republicans are clinging to the constitutionality argument to avoid convicting Trump. He says this is a bad argument. With a new album, four Grammy nominations and a breakthrough performance on SNL, Singer Songwriter Phoebe Bridgers is having a smashing success. She talks about her rock and roll moment on SNL, the meaning behind her lyrics and why the music industry needs more women backstage. Then our Michel Martin speaks to Ronan Farrow, contributing writer at The New Yorker, about the actual faces people behind the Capitol riot – who they are and what their motivations were.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

The United States is levying new sanctions on Myanmar's military following its takeover of the country's government on February 1, placing Aung San Suu Kyi under house arrest and ending a nearly 10-year experiment in democracy. Plugged In with Greta Van Susteren examines the situation with Derek Mitchell, former U.S. ambassador to Myanmar. Airdate: February 10, 2021.

The Biden administration has threatened to reimpose sanctions on Myanmar after the military there staged a coup over the weekend. Derek Mitchell, the former U.S. ambassador to Myanmar during the Obama administration who is now the president of the National Democratic Institute for International Affairs, joins Nick Schifrin to discuss. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The Biden administration has threatened to reimpose sanctions on Myanmar after the military there staged a coup over the weekend. Derek Mitchell, the former U.S. ambassador to Myanmar during the Obama administration who is now the president of the National Democratic Institute for International Affairs, joins Nick Schifrin to discuss. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Description: The pleasures of cheesecake and skydiving. What it takes to experience real breakthroughs. Derek invites us into his personal journey - including speech therapy, counseling, support groups and Toastmasters. His process shows us the remarkable courage and outcomes of facing fears, getting help, transforming from "running away" to actually feeling free. BIO: Derek Mitchell is an IT Analyst for the Atlanta County Public schools and a person who stutters. He is a local chapter leader for the NSA (National Stuttering Association) and is involved with Toastmasters, an online club for public speaking. TOPICS INCLUDE - Early years and growing-up  - Obstacles and breakthroughs - Career as author, marketing strategist, speaker - Wisdom to share - Vision for the future RESOURCES AND LINKS We Stutter Page The Gift of a Stutter AIS Interview Facebook Upcoming events   Uri Schneider, M.A. CCC -SLP passionately explores and develops practical ways for us to create our own success story. Delivering personalized experiences of communication care informed by leading professionals and influencers, Uri is re-imagining the next-level of speech-language therapy for people to benefit in real life. Uri Schneider, M.A. CCC -SLP is co-founder and leader at Schneider Speech Pathology and faculty at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine.

Derek Mitchell, MBA is an IT professional in Atlanta, Georgia. He is a local chapter leader for the NSA and active in Toastmasters. After watching My Octopus Teacher on Netflix, Derek goes deep into the ocean of stuttering. He has replaced shame and avoidance with courage and advocacy for pws.

On this episode of the DefAero Report Daily Podcast, sponsored by Bell,  Amb. Derek Mitchell, the president of the National Democratic Institute, Dr. Patrick Cronin of the Hudson Institute, and Dr. Harlan Ullman, the chairman of the Killowen Group consultancy, discuss the China strategy a Biden administration should adopt, balancing competition with cooperation, how the US return to global leadership by spearheading the international response to the covid pandemic, and Beijing’s challenges with Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian.

The last sip of that juicy tea from the Whispering and Huntys X Bacon and Leggs collab a couple of weeks ago did our bodies and souls so good that we had to go back for more! This week, we are joined again by the fabulous Noah Millman, Clownfish Drag Diety The Kameleon, as well as fellow Bacon and Leggs hottie Derek Mitchell for a deep dive into Drag Race Holland! About our guests: Derek is an actor, writer, and accomplished vers-bottom who splits his time between Amsterdam and London, especially when there is a pandemic. He and his writing partner in London produce absurd narrative character sketches and their show Bareback will next be performed in London at the Cavendish Arms on November 22nd, 2020. Check him out soon in his and Noah’s forthcoming podcast Unprofessional Help, the podcast where they tackle their mental health wrong so you can get yours right)! The Kameleon - recently featured on Holland’s Got Talent - is the first and only drag clown in Amsterdam and the scene has been shook ever since. Known for her fierce lipsyncs and often crazy looks, she will serve you all the fish you need. Clownfish, to be exact! Noah is a Vancouver-born, Amsterdam-based events coordinator and drag producer. His first production experience was in Vancouver’s rave scene of the late 90s. After relocating to Amsterdam for a master’s degree in 2007, he became involved in production and promotion at Boom Chicago, the Amsterdam outpost of the American improv comedy world. Since 2017 Noah’s been involved in the production of drag shows and events in Amsterdam and in the UK. In 2019-2020, he launched Amsterdam’s first drag brunch, called Bacon & Leggs. Questions and Issues Addressed: National Coming Out Day! COVID-19 in Amsterdam :( Wave-gate! Craft Services! Donald Duck is a Them in Holland?! Amber Vineyard’s Them status. Is Diva Mayday the Dutch Rupaul? What happened in that vogue challenge? Claws on the runway. The triple lip sync. Why? FOLLOW DEREK https://instagram.com/miracle.babyy https://twitter.com/miracle_babyyyy FOLLOW THE KAMELEON https://instagram.com/the.kameleon FOLLOW NOAH https://instagram.com/nmillman https://instagram.com/uphpod FOLLOW MIJON https://www.instagram.com/majorzu/ FOLLOW NICK https://www.instagram.com/neprobst/ https://www.instagram.com/grow_withnick/ https://twitter.com/NEProbst FOLLOW THE HUNTYS https://www.twitter.com/HuntyWhispering https://www.instagram.com/whisperinghuntys/ https://whisperinghuntys.transistor.fm/ Whispering Huntys is an Apocalypse Podcast Network Podcast.

Zara Desai is a dynamic 13-year old singer and dancer hailing from North Carolina, USA whoserecording career started when she co-wrote and recorded an original song at age 5 with her Dad,Kenz Desai who is a music producer.She travels throughout the U.S. performing at dance competitions and conventions such asNYCDA, Radix, REVEL, Hollywood Vibe, ASH etc. and has worked with cutting-edgechoreographers such as Derek Mitchell, Grace Buckley, Kent Boyd, Cassidy Noblett and well-known personalities. She's been taking singing and dancing training since she was 3 years oldand there's nothing stopping a bright future for this young performer and recording artiste. Shewas given the Youth Icon award by the Mystic India group (which is India's equivalent to the U.S.Broadway circuit.) Her Youtube channel Zara Desai contains several videos that went viralproviding her with valuable feedback on her ability.Zara's 2-track debut album entitled On-Point explores diverse styles of music such as VocalHouse and Hip-Hop appealing to all audiences. The vocals are powerful, catchy, relevant andpositive with a refreshing absence of explicit lyrics over a bed of Kenz Desai's synth wizardy.Zara's focus is often on motivating and empowering young girls and in particular those youngdancers that work so hard training at their craft week after week, year after year. So, take off yourshoes, clear that floor and blast On-Point the debut album from this energetic young powerhousenamed Zara Desai. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on Movement Guidance we have Jen Apter! Originally from Buffalo, New York she double majored in Dance and Mathematics from The University of Buffalo.  After first moving to LA she did the Millennium Dance Complex Certificate Program to help build connections and train in commercial styles.  She was the assistant choreographer under the direction of Galen Hooks for Mya’s “Damage” music video as well as assisting her in China and Mexico.  She has also worked with Andrew Winghart, Derek Mitchell, and Sir Charles.   Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram at @movementguidance

NDI President Derek Mitchell and NDI Board Chairman Secretary Madeleine Albright talk about her new book Hell and Other Destinations, and her experiences as Secretary of State. She reflects on U.S. foreign policy, democratic trends, and her hopes for the future. This podcast was recorded May 27, 2020, prior to demonstrations in support of racial equality across the United States.

There is no question that the Trump Administration has been a dramatic departure from past US Administrations on issues like democracy promotion, human rights and protecting press freedoms. Autocrats have been embraced. Press freedoms and free speech have been under siege here in the U.S. What would change if Joe Biden took office next January? In the second of our Agenda 2021 series, Amb. Derek Mitchell, President of the National Democratic Institute, Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America and author of the forthcoming Dare to Speak: Defending Free Speech for All (HarperCollins, July 2020) and Kenneth Roth, Executive Director of Human Rights Watch discuss global trends, and policy shifts they expect and that they would like to see. Don't miss this important discussion.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/deepstateradio. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Evenson was joined by Derek Mitchell on episode 10 of the Unobstructed podcast. Derek has spent nearly 15 years working in the higher education industry, a career that began as a student worker at the University of Maine and continues in his current role as the Product Manager for AudienceView’s Campus and Grad solutions. Derek talked about the current challenges being faced by the higher education community, specifically related to the management of campus facilities like dining halls, libraries, labs, student unions and recreation centers. These spaces, which have traditionally been first-come, first-serve, will now require technology to help assist with capacity management, student flow, contactless access and other newly adopted safety protocols. They also discussed the recent launch of the AudienceView Campus Flow solution, a new packaged offering designed to help higher education institutions manage capacity in spaces where students congregate, enhancing safety and supporting physical distancing measures. They highlighted the critical role that technology will play in helping bring students back to campuses across the country in the safest way possible.

There is no question that the Trump Administration has been a dramatic departure from past US Administrations on issues like democracy promotion, human rights and protecting press freedoms. Autocrats have been embraced. Press freedoms and free speech have been under siege here in the U.S. What would change if Joe Biden took office next January? In the second of our Agenda 2021 series, Amb. Derek Mitchell, President of the National Democratic Institute, Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America and author of the forthcoming Dare to Speak: Defending Free Speech for All (HarperCollins, July 2020) and Kenneth Roth, Executive Director of Human Rights Watch discuss global trends, and policy shifts they expect and that they would like to see. Don't miss this important discussion. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on Gateways, Ben and Tracy look at how Gateway Cities are responding to the spread of coronavirus. As Ben says, “One of the special things about Gateway Cities is they have, in their DNA, resiliency.” They discuss examples of how cities like Worcester and Fall River are shifting their attention to actions to help the homeless and frontline healthcare and service workers in these unprecedented time. We then hear how Lawrence has risen to the occasion as Ben speaks with Derek Mitchell, founding executive director of the Lawrence Partnership. They discuss how the "Immigrant City" banded together to tackle the 2018 Columbia Gas explosions in Merrimack Valley, when homes and businesses were destroyed. The economic effects of that disaster linger today as coronavirus shutdowns descend on the city. Mitchell emphasizes the power that comes from trusting working relationships between businesses, public officials, and individuals, which helped his community in 2018 and will certainly be of aide as the spread of COVID-19 takes its toll.

As strategic competition between the U.S. and China heats up, old Cold War-era questions on the importance of values are being asked anew: to what extent does ideology, democracy in particular, factor into U.S. foreign policy in Asia? Mike is joined by Ambassador Derek Mitchell of the National Democratic Institute and Dr. Dan Twining of the International Republican Institute to dive into the past, present, and future roles of democracy support in U.S. Asia policy. The three begin by discussing the cliched idea that the U.S. must always choose between promotion of its values and defense of its hard interests. Mike, Derek, and Dan then turn to how the U.S. should approach Asian allies whose democratic institutions are under attack domestically and from abroad. The trio conclude the discussion by examining how the U.S. might encourage its democratic allies in Asia to see how support for democratic governance benefits their own security concerns.

Guests - Casie Goshow, Derek Mitchell, Jim Nowakowski, DJ Smart Host - Courtney Ortiz In Episode 3 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, Courtney is joined by four sought-after convention faculty members to share their advice for a successful convention season! Topics include: Convention training and etiquette Tips from your Faculty  Prepping for the dance competition season The blog that inspired this episode was released in October of 2017, and is titled “Convention Etiquette - Advice From the Faculty”. Find it here. Follow your Host & Guests! Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortiz Casie - @bgirltynee Derek - @derekmitchellg Jim - @jimnowakowski DJ - @DJsmartJR To send in your questions to be answered on a future Q&A podcast with Courtney, owner of IDA, visit www.impactdanceadjudicators.com/podcast to record a question! You can request to stay anonymous or have Courtney give you a shout out! Check out our IDA Affiliated Competition and Sponsor - Axis Dance Competition. www.axisdancecompetition.com Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators on Instagram, and for a list of affiliated dance competitions, visit our website www.impactdanceadjudicators.com

Derek Mitchell, NDI President, talks to the incomparable Madeleine K. Albright about her role as a risk-taking woman leader, the state of democracy and her role as Chairman of NDI from its founding in 1983.

Two weeks ago we spoke about how all of our training efforts have the potential to create data. This week, we're discussing what that looks like in practice. Sky's Derek Mitchell joins Owen and Ross G to discuss how we can collect and visualise data so that it can help us shape our learning engagements. If you'd like to share your thoughts on this episode, you can find us on Twitter @RossGarnerGP and @OwenFerguson. Derek is on LinkedIn. To find out more about GoodPractice, visit goodpractice.com or tweet us @GoodPractice or @GoodPracticeAus. You can see Derek's data dashboard by following this link: https://s3.amazonaws.com/goodpractice-podcast/sky-dashboard.pptx  If you were intrigued by the use of the term 'Luddite', the BBC has an excellent article explaining the origin of the term. It explains that the Luddites were not anti-technology, but were anti-wage-cuts, which could be a useful lesson for those of us embracing automation at work. The article is available here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-17770171  The book that Owen recommended was Creative Selection: Inside Apple's Design Process by Ken Kocienda, available at: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Creative-Selection-Inside-Apples-Process-ebook/dp/B07F18HYX3  Ross recommended Adam Kay's This Is Going to Hurt: Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor, available at: https://www.amazon.co.uk/This-Going-Hurt-Secret-Diaries-ebook/dp/B06XWDJRGS  With thanks to Mike Koenig for his 'Happy Halloween' sound effect, downloaded from http://soundbible.com/2080-Halloween-Vocals.html / CC BY 3.0.

Please join us for this season's first installment of the Schieffer Series, "Democracy Promotion and America’s Global Leadership." Daniel Twining, President of the International Republican Institute, and Derek Mitchell, President of the National Democratic Institute join Bob Schieffer for a discussion about their organizations’ respective visions of democracy promotion and American leadership in the world. Event - 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.Pre-Event Reception - 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. Hosted by CBS News legend and CSIS Trustee Bob Schieffer, the Schieffer Series features thoughtful panel discussions with senior officials, lawmakers, journalists, and policy experts to discuss global challenges and critical issues of national security and foreign policy. Now in its 10th consecutive year, the Schieffer Series is produced by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in partnership with the Bob Schieffer College of Communication at Texas Christian University (TCU) in Fort Worth, Texas. This series is made possible with the generous support of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation. For information or inquiries contact externalrelations@csis.org.

On today's episode of “To The Pointe with Kristyn Burtt”, we're talking to Derek Mitchell. Popcorn Talk Network, the online broadcast network that features pop culture discussion, news, interviews and commentary and Dance Network, the digital network dedicated to showcasing all styles and genres of dance, proudly present “To The Pointe with Kristyn Burtt”, a show that goes behind the scenes in the commercial dance industry. Kristyn chats with the hottest dancers and choreographers in the TV and film. From hip-hop to ballroom, To The Pointe delivers all of the inside scoop you've been looking for. Kherington Payne made her mark on Season 4 of 'So You Think You Can Dance.' She dropped off the radar for a few years, but now she’s telling her powerful story. For more dance news, visit DanceNetwork.tv Does Social Media Help Or Hurt ‘Dancing With The Stars’?: http://bit.ly/2FlwWLU Where Is All Of The Hype For Season 2 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Former ambassador to Burma Derek Mitchell examines the complex situation there, including the roots of the ongoing Rohingya crisis and China's influence there. Aung San Suu Kyi is not providing the necessary leadership, he says--despite her constraints she should be speaking out about the Rohingya and about free speech, for example. Nevertheless, she has been given too much flak, and this has become counterproductive.

Former ambassador to Burma Derek Mitchell examines the complex situation there, including the roots of the ongoing Rohingya crisis and China's influence there. Aung San Suu Kyi is not providing the necessary leadership, he says--despite her constraints she should be speaking out about the Rohingya and about free speech, for example. Nevertheless, she has been given too much flak, and this has become counterproductive.

Derek Mitchell talks to us about the current humanitarian crisis in Myanmar, and addresses the international and domestic constituencies that Aung San Suu Kyi must navigate as the crisis continues.

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Is it a bee? Is it a robot bee? Or could it be a flying car?  Yes, it's Friday 17th February and here's this week's edition of the Sustainable Futures Report with me, Anthony Day,  with bees and robot bees, with flying cars and robots to help you park. Was Einstein right? There's more about diesel and  emissions tests and the implications of self driving cars for manufacturers. On the energy front Flamanville is in flames and Toshiba is in the news. The BBC is to measure the carbon footprint of every programme. Who said they were denialists?  (Apologies to Derek Mitchell, mentioned in the item about bees. I've called him David by mistake.)  

It was just over six years ago when Derek Mitchell fell unconscious at work after ignoring persistent signs and symptoms that his health was compromised. He was quickly diagnosed with a benign tumor on his pituitary gland that was blocking his body’s ability to produce testosterone, a symptom that goes hand in hand with obesity and the inability to maintain a healthy weight. Relying on pharmaceuticals to do their job, Derek used his diagnosis as a crutch, an excuse not to take charge of his health. Instead, he waited for the drugs to kick in and his hormones to return to normal levels before attempting to lose weight. That all changed in November of 2014 when he stepped on the scale during a routine doctor’s visit and saw that a truth that equaled 625 pounds. In an instant, he woke up and decided that it was time to set the excuses aside and make a change in his life. Like millions of people, he started on January 1st. His New Year’s resolutions were to cut out soda, eat healthier meals and reduce his portion sizes. And unlike millions of people, he remained true to his resolve to change. It was difficult, his cravings for soda were intense and in a time of challenge, his sister suggested that he step up his game. A marathon runner herself, she recognized Derek’s strong will to change but saw a missing piece. He was not exercising. She encouraged him to start moving and on January 15, 2015, Derek went for a walk. He made it one block. Derek’s sister then recommended that he sign up for a 5K in reason that it would keep him motivated to stay active. He signed up for a local race that was set to take place in March. It was this race that began his 3.1-mile journey, a quest that has since gained national media attention. He has defied the odds, he has pushed through the pain and failed. He has picked himself up and, as Derek would say, “dusted himself off” to take another step. He has been the biggest person out there and the last person to finish. He has every reason to quit and every reason to keep going. This is a conversation about resolve and the will to stay true to our choices. It’s a message of consistency and fearlessness to wake up every day and move, no matter what. It is a reminder to rely on our supporters and community for strength. And that finishing last is better than never starting at all. We talk about the ineffectiveness of diets and Derek shares tips on how he is shifting his relationship to food. He wipes away the excuse plate and is candid with us about his journey. It has not been perfect. Derek accepts that he will fail and sees failure as a necessity to true success. This is such an honest conversation about moments in life that wake us up and the realization that no one gets us anywhere except for ourselves. Derek is a beautiful soul who is no doubt serving his purpose by showing people every day that we can do anything we put our minds to.

After we hear about the most epic surprise birthday party in the history of ever pulled off by LeeAnne Sexton, Mike's wife, the guys spend a little time talking about lactate threshold with Randy after he rocks the podium at a local race. The highlight of this episode was the discussion around Randy's meetup with James Lawrence, the Iron Cowboy, that we discussed in Episode 23. Randy also went out to the Dallas Athletes Racing Wounded Warrior Event to meet up with Derek Mitchell who Dave had a chance to sit and talk with in Episode 15. Don't forget that Dave and Mike are racing FOR CHARITY on September 20th. Winner's charity gets 75% of the pool of funds and the loser's charity gets 25%. Dave is Team Junk (Prostate Cancer Foundation) and Mike is Team Boobies (Komen Breast Cancer Foundation). Donate by clicking HERE or on the picture to the right.Got questions of your own that we can answer for you? Hit us up on twitter or on facebook at facebook.com/OctaneAthletics. Don't be shy!PLEASE RATE THE PODCAST HERELike the Octane Athletics facebook page at facebook.com/OctaneAthleticsFollow Octane on twitter at twitter.com/octaneUSAFollow Dave on twitter at twitter.com/bigdave4Follow Randy on twitter at twitter.com/randymessmanFollow Mike on twitter at twitter.com/tridailycoachSupport the Podcast by doing your shopping on Amazon.com. It's that simple.No hidden or additional fees. We just get a few cents every time you head over to Amazon using this link.Get your Gatorade Endurance from your local running or triathlon specialty store or at Amazon.com. If your local store doesn't have it, ask them why. Train with what is on course at over 350 running events around the country and at Ironman Triathlons, Gatorade Endurance.Be sure to check out octane-athletics.com. 

If you have a facebook account and you haven't seen the runner's world article about Derek Mitchell, give it a read then listen to this episode. It's one of the more interesting and inspirational stories I have seen in a while. Derek has a benign tumor on his pituitary gland that gives him some significant health problems including a lack of testosterone production contributing to weight gain. He's now taking medication to shrink that tumor, helping him manage his condition more effectively. He's also started testosterone replacement therapy. At age 34, with the support of his mother, sister and the rest of his family and close friends, Derek set out to get himself healthy. To do so, he committed to completing a 5K race every month of 2015 starting in March. He just completed one in his home town of Kansas City, MO less than a month ago.Derek's social media reach has grown exponentially. He is highly motivated to succeed and has a great support system around him. He is eager to influence others to start their own journeys to health. He's clearly a gentle man with a kind heart, as you'll hear in this podcast. We hope you enjoy it.To follow Derek on his journey, check out his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/derekmitchellstory?fref=ts&ref=br_tfTo lend a hand to Derek financially, please check out his gofundme page and donate whatever you can. Even a dollar will help him with his journey and his medical costs. That page can be found here: http://www.gofundme.com/penupk

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Begins with a homily by Derek Mitchell, Director of the Unitarian Universalist Holdeen India Program.