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Many Canadian dairy farmers want to measure their carbon footprints to learn how they can take practical, individual action towards making their farms more sustainable businesses. To this end, DFC and the provincial dairy associations are guiding the implementation of a pilot project to test an on-farm GHG emissions calculator, called the Cool Farm Tool. It is designed to help measure a farm's carbon footprint, provide farmers with data, and help them customize environmental plans and increase efficiencies. The goal is to provide accurate measurements within the Canadian dairy landscape and to paint an accurate picture of the dairy sector's sustainability, and assess its ease of use.

Send us a textCaiden is back with another MMA fuelled episode, ranging from talking about the UFC to the ins and outs of whats happening in the South Australian scene.Caiden is booked to fight at DFC so make sure you head on over to his Instagram to keep updated on his movements! =============================COP MY MERCH AT | www.theseshwithsav.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/theseshwithsavSpotify for Podcast Audio -https://open.spotify.com/show/0hDu3Q4rIgRivTl2OJDmfA?si=8e550b4042924567Direct Message via Instagram for all guest enquiries.#podcast #mma #combatsports #ufc #southaustralia #comedy #fighttalk #fighting #muaythai #muaythaitraining #boxing #mixedmartialarts #mmapodcast 

Defending the Faith/Applied Biblical Studies ConferencesYoung Adult (18-35) get $90 off ABS registration and $65 off DFC registration!Follow on IG: @ go2steubenvilleDFC Link: ⁠⁠stpaulcenter.co/DFC⁠⁠ABS Link: ⁠⁠stpaulcenter.co/ABS⁠⁠Find exclusive content as a Locals member!https://seekingexcellence.locals.com/Article Discussed in Episodehttps://theologyofhome.com/blogs/in-place-in-person/how-to-keep-the-wokeness-out-of-your-homeNoelle's books:https://tanbooks.com/authors/noelle-mering?srsltid=AfmBOorA9JKRSNcz9w-jRJGOScBZCyCp_D81EqAYdDvsrdImTotRcELJSummaryIn this episode of Seeking Excellence, Nathan Crankfield welcomes Noelle Mering, an author and mother, to discuss the importance of family life, parenting, and navigating today's cultural challenges. They explore topics such as keeping wokeness out of the home, the impact of technology on children, fostering open dialogue, and the significance of beauty in family life. Noelle shares insights on education choices and instilling a sense of mission in children, emphasizing the need for parents to lead by example in their prayer lives.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Noelle Mering Background08:08 Defending the Faith Conference16:37 The No Contact Movement and Its Implications19:36 Culture and Strategies to Keep Wokeness Out of the Home29:43 Building Trust Through Affection32:32 Encouraging Technology and Dialogue in Family Life40:59 Introducing Beauty in Everyday Life44:06 The Importance of Education Choices48:35 Instilling a Sense of Mission in Children52:18 Leading by Example in Prayer Life

As always, you are invited to join us on Locals!https://seekingexcellence.locals.com/Article Discussed in Episodehttps://theologyofhome.com/blogs/in-place-in-person/how-to-keep-the-wokeness-out-of-your-homeNoelle's books:https://tanbooks.com/authors/noelle-mering?srsltid=AfmBOorA9JKRSNcz9w-jRJGOScBZCyCp_D81EqAYdDvsrdImTotRcELJDefending the Faith/Applied Biblical Studies ConferencesYoung Adult (18-35) get $90 off ABS registration and $65 off DFC registration!Follow on IG: @ go2steubenvilleDFC Link: stpaulcenter.co/DFCABS Link: stpaulcenter.co/ABSSummaryIn this episode of Seeking Excellence, Nathan Crankfield welcomes Noelle Mering, an author and mother, to discuss the importance of family life, parenting, and navigating today's cultural challenges. They explore topics such as keeping wokeness out of the home, the impact of technology on children, fostering open dialogue, and the significance of beauty in family life. Noelle shares insights on education choices and instilling a sense of mission in children, emphasizing the need for parents to lead by example in their prayer lives.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Noelle Mering Background08:08 Defending the Faith Conference16:37 The No Contact Movement and Its Implications19:36 Culture and Strategies to Keep Wokeness Out of the Home29:43 Building Trust Through Affection32:32 Encouraging Technology and Dialogue in Family Life40:59 Introducing Beauty in Everyday Life44:06 The Importance of Education Choices48:35 Instilling a Sense of Mission in Children52:18 Leading by Example in Prayer Life

This Day in Legal History:  Same-Sex Marriage Legalized in IrelandOn May 23, 2015, Ireland became the first country in the world to legalize same-sex marriage through a popular vote, marking a historic shift in both national and global legal landscapes. The referendum asked voters whether the Constitution should be amended to allow marriage regardless of sex, and the result was a resounding “Yes,” with 62% in favor and 38% opposed. The voter turnout was unusually high at over 60%, signaling widespread public engagement with the issue. This legal development followed years of advocacy and social change in Ireland, a country long associated with conservative Catholic values.The result amended Ireland's Constitution to state that “marriage may be contracted in accordance with law by two persons without distinction as to their sex.” This provision was later codified in the Marriage Act 2015, which came into effect in November of that year. The outcome of the vote represented not only a victory for LGBTQ+ rights but also a transformation in how Irish law and society conceptualize equality and family. It also had ripple effects internationally, inspiring similar movements in countries where same-sex marriage remained a contentious issue.Ireland's use of a constitutional referendum to secure marriage equality was unique and drew attention to the power of democratic processes to drive progressive legal change. It stood in contrast to other jurisdictions where marriage equality had been achieved through legislative action or court rulings. The campaign leading up to the vote featured stories of Irish citizens returning home from abroad just to cast their ballots, illustrating the emotional and civic weight of the moment. Major political parties and civic institutions publicly supported the amendment, a notable shift from past positions. Religious groups, while not uniformly opposed, largely cautioned against the change, yet the vote revealed a generational and cultural divide within Irish society.Ireland's decision on May 23, 2015, not only redefined marriage in its legal code but also signaled to the world a powerful statement about inclusivity, human rights, and democratic voice.The U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling in a case involving President Trump's firing of two federal labor board members, offering reassurance that the decision does not extend to the Federal Reserve's leadership. The Court allowed Trump to keep the dismissed board members—Gwynne Wilcox of the National Labor Relations Board and Cathy Harris of the Merit Systems Protection Board—off the job while they challenge their terminations. However, the justices emphasized that the Federal Reserve is a "uniquely structured" entity, distinct from other federal agencies, and rooted in a special historical context.This distinction has calmed concerns that Trump might use these cases to justify firing Fed Chair Jerome Powell, whom he has criticized for not cutting interest rates. Powell, appointed by Trump and later renominated by President Joe Biden, is legally protected from dismissal except for cause, as stated in the Federal Reserve Act of 1913. Analysts welcomed the Court's reassurance, interpreting it as a safeguard for the Fed's independence.Nevertheless, some experts cautioned that the ruling isn't a definitive protection for the Fed but does limit broader implications from the labor board cases. Powell's term expires in May 2026, and Trump is expected to name a successor.US Supreme Court says Fed is unique, easing worries over Trump's ability to fire Powell | ReutersU.S. District Judge Susan Illston extended a block on mass layoffs planned by the Trump administration, ruling that significant restructuring of federal agencies requires congressional approval. This decision hampers President Trump's efforts to downsize or eliminate parts of the federal workforce, a central component of his broader government overhaul strategy.The ruling continues a temporary restraining order from earlier this month, which prevented around 20 agencies from carrying out large-scale layoffs and required reinstatement of those already dismissed. Illston's updated order refines the earlier ruling but maintains its core restrictions. The Trump administration had sought Supreme Court intervention, arguing the judge overstepped constitutional boundaries related to executive authority, but that effort may now be moot.Government attorney Andrew Bernie contended that Trump's executive order only asked agencies to explore potential cuts, without mandating immediate layoffs. However, plaintiffs argued that the administration's directives clearly pressured agencies to prepare for deep personnel cuts. These include proposed reductions of 80,000 jobs at Veterans Affairs and 10,000 at Health and Human Services.More than 260,000 federal employees are expected to leave their roles by September, many through buyouts. Lawsuits challenging these cuts are pending, making this ruling the most comprehensive legal obstacle so far to Trump's plans.US judge blocks Trump's mass layoffs in blow to government overhaul | ReutersEarlier this month, Ukraine's parliament ratified a landmark agreement with the United States: a legal, financial, and strategic framework that gives America preferential access to Ukraine's critical minerals and hydrocarbons — all while laying the foundation for a Reconstruction Investment Fund designed to rebuild Ukraine's decimated infrastructure. Sounds noble, sure, but let's not mistake realism for altruism.This deal is as much about strategic leverage as it is about digging rocks out of the ground.The agreement covers 55 minerals — everything from lithium and cobalt to uranium, titanium, and rare earths — plus oil and gas. The U.S. gains front-of-the-line privileges via a new limited partnership co-managed by the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and Ukraine's PPP Agency.Ukraine contributes its share in the form of rights to 50% of future revenues from new or dormant (but not-yet-exploited) resource licenses. Meanwhile, the U.S. counts military aid as its capital input.But it's not just about extraction. This partnership comes with first rights to co-invest, first rights to offtake agreements, and most-favored-nation status for investment terms — all locked into Ukrainian law.And if those terms change, the agreement explicitly overrides Ukrainian legislation. That's not just economic partnership; that's policy primacy.If you're an American investor, welcome to your new favorite offshore zone. The fund's income is entirely exempt from Ukrainian taxation: no duties, no levies, no withholdings. The U.S., in return, “expects” not to slap tariffs under Section 232 or IEEPA. Taken as a whole, it's a foreign investment platform with the tax treatment of a charity and the legal immunities of a diplomatic mission.The deal even covers currency risk. Ukraine must guarantee free convertibility of hryvnia into dollars and indemnify U.S. partners if transfers are delayed or blocked. Even during martial law, capital flows to the fund are protected by contract.Any new licensee in Ukraine's resource sector is required — not asked — to make investment information available to the fund when raising capital. The fund then gets the right to participate on equal or better terms. On top of that, Ukraine is barred from offering more favorable terms to anyone else. And yes, this includes offtake agreements — the U.S. or its designees get the first crack.In short, Ukraine can't sign a better minerals deal with the EU, China, or any other party unless the U.S. gets offered those same terms. Call it diplomacy with a non-compete clause.The framework focuses on new or idle licenses — but existing ones remain a grey zone. Ukraine would need new legislation to bring those under the fund's umbrella, and many current PSA holders have legislative stability guarantees that would make retroactive changes nearly impossible. Unless these assets are re-tendered or voluntarily integrated, they risk becoming an unaligned economic orbit, limiting the fund's reach.Here's the mineral-sized asterisk: this won't generate revenue tomorrow. Rare earth mines can take 10 to 20 years and $2 billion each to become operational. Many Ukrainian deposits remain unmapped, some are under occupation, and wartime damage to infrastructure makes transport and processing a logistical fantasy.While the agreement doesn't spell out a formal role for U.S. companies, it's not hard to guess the playbook: preferential licensing, co-investment with the fund, and possibly DFC-backed bonds aimed at U.S. institutional investors. Ukraine has openly stated its expectation that the fund will “look for investors” — and you can bet the Pentagon-adjacent venture funds are already circling like vultures.The Reconstruction Investment Fund is less about rebuilding Ukraine and more about anchoring it economically to the West. It creates a structured, American-led investment regime that rewards alignment, punishes deviation, and ensures U.S. interests are literally embedded in Ukraine's subsoil.Is this a win-win? Potentially. Ukraine gets capital, infrastructure, and a postwar economic vision. The U.S. gets mineral security, geopolitical leverage, and a new model for development diplomacy in conflict zones.But don't mistake this for benevolence. This is not a Marshall Plan — it's a minerals plan with a spreadsheet and a strategy memo. And the terms are clear: the rocks are Ukrainian, but the steering wheel? American.Breaking ground: U.S.-Ukraine mineral deal ratified in Ukraine, paving the way for reconstruction | ReutersGustav Holst, born in 1874 in England, was a composer whose music bridged the Romantic and modern eras with a uniquely English voice. Best known for his orchestral suite The Planets, Holst also made lasting contributions to wind band literature, a genre he approached with both seriousness and innovation. Among his most celebrated works in this realm is the Second Suite in F for Military Band, Op. 28, No. 2, composed in 1911. Unlike many composers of the time who treated band music as secondary, Holst infused his suite with depth, structure, and folkloric authenticity.The first movement of the suite, March: Allegro, opens with a vibrant and engaging theme based on the Somerset folk tune “Morris Dance.” Holst immediately establishes a sense of forward momentum and bright sonority that captures the distinct color of a military band. This is soon followed by a more lyrical trio section, featuring the melody “Swansea Town,” which provides a warm contrast before the return of the energetic march. The entire movement showcases Holst's gift for counterpoint, clever orchestration, and thematic development, all while remaining accessible and rhythmically compelling.As this week's closing theme, Holst's March: Allegro from the Second Suite offers a rousing, optimistic send-off. It's a reminder of the power of wind ensembles to convey both complexity and joy—and of Holst's enduring legacy in shaping modern band repertoire. The movement reflects not only his compositional brilliance but also his respect for English folk traditions, seamlessly translated into a format meant for public performance and communal appreciation.Without further ado, Gustav Holst's Second Suite in F for Military Band, Op. 28, No.2 – enjoy! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Een echt Dordts pronkstuk is terug in de stad. Het kunstwerk Football van Willy Sluiter, dat oorspronkelijk toebehoorde aan voetbalclub DFC, wordt nu tentoongesteld in het Dordrechts Museum."WE ZIJN ALS MUSEUM HEEL TROTS DAT WE DIT AAN ONZE COLLECTIE HEBBEN KUNNEN TOEVOEGEN," VERTELT PIM ARTS, CONSERVATOR VAN HET DORDRECHTS MUSEUM, ENTHOUSIAST.Een feestelijke onthullingDe hernieuwde presentatie van Football ging gepaard met een feestelijke onthulling. "Dat was ontzettend leuk. Er waren mensen van DFC en van de KNVB bij aanwezig, echt een mooie gebeurtenis," aldus Pim.De reacties op de terugkeer van het kunstwerk waren hartverwarmend. "Veel mensen vinden het geweldig, vooral degenen die hebben meegewerkt aan de terugkeer." Ook DFC was uitermate te spreken over de terugkeer van het werk. "We hebben er nog over getwijfeld of het niet bij DFC moest hangen, maar het is uiteindelijk naar het museum gekomen, en daar zijn we heel blij mee." Een kopie hangt nog wel bij de club zelf en ook bij de KNVB in Zeist.Beweging vastleggen in verfVolgens Pim is Football bijzonder omdat het een dynamisch moment vastlegt. "Het is vooral een heel mooi kunstwerk omdat het lastig is om beweging in een schilderij te verwerken," legt hij uit. "Het is officieel geen schilderij, maar meer een tekening, gemaakt met acrylverf."Een bijzondere reis door NederlandHet werk van Willy Sluiter heeft inmiddels een indrukwekkende reis afgelegd. "Hij maakte het meer dan honderd jaar geleden voor de Olympische Spelen in Parijs," vertelt Pim. Destijds was kunst namelijk een officiële discipline op de Spelen. Sluiter was als kunstenaar verbonden aan het Nederlands olympisch comité en zond Football in. "Zijn werk werd uiteindelijk niet gekozen en bleef een tijd in zijn persoonlijke atelier liggen."Later kwam het in handen van de voorzitter van DFC, die het meenam naar de voetbalclub. "Toen de KNVB een kantoor opende in Dordrecht, bood DFC aan om het werk daar op te hangen. Zo verdween het tijdelijk uit zicht," vertelt Pim. Oud-voorzitter en huidig archivaris van DFC, Arie Heijstek, herkende het kunstwerk op een oude foto en zette zich in voor de terugkeer naar Dordrecht. "Het is bijzonder dat het werk, hoewel het geen directe link met DFC of Dordrecht had, toch zo'n belangrijke plek in onze stad heeft gekregen."Toch is er wél een band met Dordrecht. "Willy Sluiter leefde in Dordrecht en was lid van kunstenaarsvereniging Pictura."Kunst voor jong en oudHet schilderij is momenteel te bewonderen in het Dordrechts Museum. "We proberen afwisseling te bieden in onze tentoonstellingen, zodat we niet alleen kunst uit de 17e, 18e of 19e eeuw tonen, maar ook moderne en hedendaagse werken," aldus Pim."IN EEN KUNSTSTAD ALS DORDRECHT IS DAT SOMS EEN UITDAGING, MET GROTE NAMEN ALS AELBERT CUYP, FERDINAND BOL EN NATUURLIJK WILLY SLUITER ZELF."Het museum zet ook sterk in op het betrekken van jong publiek. "We hebben een grote jongerenafdeling die erop toeziet dat de werken aantrekkelijk blijven voor alle leeftijden. Zo zorgen we dat jongeren niet buitengesloten worden," besluit Pim.

In 2025, the Canadian dairy market faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities. This episode explores current trends, from fluctuating milk prices to evolving consumer expectations.With Julia Trottier, Analyst, Policy & Trade at Dairy Farmers of Canada, and Maxime Collette, Senior Analyst, Market Intelligence at DFC, we review the issues shaping the future of the dairy sector. Through in-depth and accessible analysis, we address the various aspects, trends and challenges ahead.Tune in to stay informed on the state of the Canadian dairy market in 2025 and beyond.

The arrival of Donald Trump at the White House and the announced departure of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are shaking things up. Public opinion is changing as we navigate in an atmosphere of uncertainty and anticipation. Compounded with the the threats of tariffs, there has been a noticeable change in how people feel about the current environment.The shifting mood is likely to influence upcoming elections and could have a lasting impact on the country's political trajectory. Our guest Nik Nanos leads Nanos Research, pollster for CTV News, the Globe & Mail and Bloomberg News in Canada and will explain the current trends.This episode was recorded during DFC's Annual Policy Conference, which took place in Ottawa on Feb 4-6, 2025.

A Pioneer in midwest hip-hop, MC Breed and The DFC released their debut self titled album in 1991. With the song Aint No Future In Yo Frontin putting Breed and hometown Flint, Michigan on the map, it led to a rather successful career for him but it all started with this solid debut. https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=ZT-8tOQNPSJHCs&_r=1 https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.facebook.com/share/1ACZP6hgvZ/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Rondvilan på sociala medier: Rondvilan YouTube Rondvilan Instagram Rondvilan TikTok 2024 är nu ett minne blott och Rondvilan drar igång 2025 med ett extra flummigt avsnitt med en busig Ali Faraj samt en extremt jetlaggad Sebastian Vendel-Martinez som pratar om slutet på förra året vad gäller svensk kampsport, UFC Fight Night: Dern vs Ribas, vad som väntar oss under det kommaned kvartalet i svensk kampsport och mycket mer!    (0:00) intro (0:30) Sebbe försvarar mord  (2:00) Juste, detta handlar om MMA  (2:20) 2025 är igång, vad har hänt?  (3:58) Vi pausar MMA - Aliens och pyramider tho  (4:30) Person utveckling med Rondvilan  (9:22) Dags att börja prata om svensk kampsport i december 2024 men egentligen inte  (13:25) Sebbe förstår inte skillnaden mellan "denna helg" och "nästa helg"  (14:00) Är Ali en retroaktiv golare?  (16:00) Battle of Botnia 12 intro samt Erik wahrolen  (17:50) Ali spottar matchmaking-eld (18:05) Ice Cage Fighting 3 med Fernando Flores  (21:20) Finsk promotor vs Tobias Harila  (21:30) Wolf Fight Promotion 12 (26:30) Ali blir TKO'ad av sin McGregor-imitation  (26:56) osman Vacoev vs Sukhurob Tokhirov  (27.30) BoB 12 på riktigt  (31:15) Jonathan Larsson går titelmatch på MTFL 11  (32:05) Muay Thai for Life 10  (36:20) Unite Championship i Danmark  (37:00) DFC 2 är igång  (38:30) Vad mer händer första kvartalet i svensk kampsport?  (39:30) UFC Fight Night: Dern vs Ribas 2  (43:00) Andreas Gustafsson går (nästan) match i UFC (47:50) Thiago Moises catching strays  (48:00) Resten av UFC-kortet  (49:20) Bahrains MMA-politik  (51:40) Felipe Lima och Josefine Knutsson i UFC  (51:08) Sebbe och Ali bränner Coly värre än Joaquin Buckley  (59:50) Jävlar vilket 2025 som väntar

Few days ago, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) issued an indictment against executives of the Adani Group for orchestrating a massive bribery scheme to secure solar energy contracts worth billions of dollars in India. The indictment specifically states that, between July 2021 and February 2022, the Adanis and their associates promised bribes to Indian government officials to secure agreements with state-run electricity distribution companies, which in turn entered into power supply agreements with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). The contracts were expected to generate profits of approximately US$2 billion over the next two decades, according to the petition. However, a year ago in November 2023, Adani (like Milele Energy in Sierra Leone) received US$553 million debt financing from the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to fund the Colombo Port Terminal in Sri Lanka, a project in which the Adani Group held 51% ownership. In Sierra Leone, Milele Energy similarly received over US$400 million in DFC debt financing for a corruptly awarded energy project in Freetown. The contract relating to the Western Area Power Generation Project was never advertised or put on a public tender, and was secretly awarded to Milele Energy executives by Julius Maada Bio following deal arrangements and negotiations brokered in Lebanon, Nairobi, Dubai, and Freetown between 2021 and 2023. In this episode, we ask what are the implications of the Adani Group indictment for Milele Energy's corrupt acquisition of Sierra Leone's Western Area Power Generation Project? Also, what is the relationship between the Adani Group corruption case and our ongoing efforts to scrutinize corrupt acquisition of critical infrastructure and service related contracts by US financed corporations in Sierra Leone, including Milele Energy and the Summa Group? Thus, we point out the need to investigate DFC's operation in Sierra Leone from 2021 to present. This episode is part of the Voice from Exile series of the Africanist Press.

New episode! This week I'm joined by Raven Hunter, Brad Sadler & Gozza to discuss one of the pioneers of Midwest Hip-Hop. One of the first to come out of the Midwest nationally, he gave us a classic debut album with an even more classic song. And through the 90's a new album almost every year. From his early work with DFC, to his work with 2Pac, The D.O.C., Too Short and more, MC Breed is a true Hip-Hop icon. Did your favorite Breed song make the cut? As always the audio version can be found on all major podcast platforms (Spotify, Google, Apple, Deezer, etc.) and the video version on YouTube. Follow the podcast on Instagram & X: @b_boypodcastFind us online: www.riplak.comFollow Raven Hunter on Instagram & X: @ravenhunteryps

This week we welcome Graham Waterton, author of 'The RAF's Youngest Bomber Pilot of World War II'. The conversation delves into the life of Flight Lieutenant Brian Slade DFC, Graham's uncle, who served as a Wellington and Lancaster pilot (and Pathfinder) . Brian Slade lied about his age to enlist (abetted by his father) and joined Bomber Command at 16, completing a full tour of 34 operations before his 18th birthday. He then went on to do a second tour, serving with the elite Pathfinder group. He was killed on operations over Berlin in August 1943, aged just 19.Graham shares his journey of discovering Brian's story, and the discussion  touches on the emotional impact of war on families, and the legacy of those who served.Link to Graham's book (available on Kindle and in print). Send us a textSupport the showPlease subscribe to Never Mind The Dambusters wherever you get your podcasts. You can support the show, and help us produce great content, by becoming a paid subscriber from just $3 a month here https://www.buzzsprout.com/2327200/support . Supporters get early access to episodes and invitations to livestreams. Thank you for listening! You can reach out to us on social media at @RAF_BomberPod (X) or @NeverMindTheDambusters (Instagram)You can find out about James' research, articles, lectures and podcasts here .You can read more about Jane's work on her website at https://www.justcuriousjane.com/, and listen to podcasts/media stuff here

Subscriber-only episode**Subscriber only episode - on general release Wednesday 9th October 2024.This week we welcome Graham Waterton, author of 'The RAF's Youngest Bomber Pilot of World War II'. The conversation delves into the life of Flight Lieutenant Brian Slade DFC, Graham's uncle, who served as a Wellington and Lancaster pilot (and Pathfinder) . Brian Slade lied about his age to enlist (abetted by his father) and joined Bomber Command at 16, completing a full tour of 34 operations before his 18th birthday. He then went on to do a second tour, serving with the elite Pathfinder group. He was killed on operations over Berlin in August 1943, aged just 19.Graham shares his journey of discovering Brian's story, and the discussion  touches on the emotional impact of war on families, and the legacy of those who served.Link to Graham's book (available on Kindle and in print). Send us a textPlease subscribe to Never Mind The Dambusters wherever you get your podcasts. You can support the show, and help us produce great content, by becoming a paid subscriber from just $3 a month here https://www.buzzsprout.com/2327200/support . Supporters get early access to episodes and invitations to livestreams. Thank you for listening! You can reach out to us on social media at @RAF_BomberPod (X) or @NeverMindTheDambusters (Instagram)You can find out about James' research, articles, lectures and podcasts here .You can read more about Jane's work on her website at https://www.justcuriousjane.com/, and listen to podcasts/media stuff here

DFC Diesel tells us how castings can cause old - or even new - engines to fail. And it's not necessarily from big power power levels. We go into detail about engine blocks, head castings, and new parts causing big issues. How does DFC avoid those issues when building an engine? Give a listen and find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Distinguished Flying Cross is our nation's the fourth highest award for heroism and the highest award for extraordinary aerial achievement. The fact that Robert Lifsey was awarded four DFC medals is impressive.  Even more amazing is that the awards were presented over the course of only twelve months in Vietnam, along with a Bronze Star, a Republic of Vietnam Silver Star and four Airmen's Medals with Valor. After receiving a draft notice, Bob enlisted in the Army. He chose to go to an airborne unit and completed training with the 7th Special Forces (Green Berets). However, orders for flight school came right as he completed Special Forces training so he “Never tucked my trousers in my boots again.” Bob was assigned to the 191st Helicopter Assault Company in January of 1969. His unit flew UH-1 “Huey” C model gunships. He describes the UH-1's weapons systems and shares his great respect for the bravery of crew chiefs and door gunners who hung out the side doors attached to the helicopter with only a waist strap. The 191st Assault Helicopters nickname was “The Boomerangs”, a reference to the fact that they would always come back for their own.  A common theme in Bob's award citations was his unwillingness to leave any troops behind even though he was taking significant enemy fire. Bob walks us through one particular dangerous mission that still gives him nightmares. His helicopters were called to neutralize enemy bunkers that could not be attacked with artillery because they were too close to a village. Fire from the bunkers was causing significant casualties to Navy units on the river. Bob climbed to altitude and dove directly at the bunker to fire his rockets. Secondary explosions from the bunker knocked out the copter's nose bubble turning the aircraft into a wind tunnel.  Flying concrete and other bunker fragments killed both his crew chief and door gunner.  “I've asked the lord many times. I don't know if I had target fixation or not but if it hadn't been for those secondary explosions, I may have flown right into that target.” Bob's brother was a Naval Academy graduate who flew A-4's in Vietnam at the same time Bob did. The mission of the Distinguished Flying Cross Society is to honor, preserve and teach the legacy of heroism and extraordinary achievement in aerial flight for which the DFC is awarded.

Former USAID Administrator and President & CEO of the Wilson Center, Mark Green joins Mike Shanley to discuss various topics around USAID. Mark explains his role as the USAID Administrator and the importance of USAID. He talks about humanitarian funding and how it affects long term development funding. Mark describes the war in Ukraine, and what it has been like to be the feet on the ground when tragedy strikes and how USAID is needed. Mark shares his advice for the next administration, explaining where more support is needed. Lastly, Mark talks about initiatives and programs that don't have broad political support, and why that support is needed. Tune in to learn more about USAID and how their work impacts all areas of the world.    IN THIS EPISODE: [1:33] What does Mark say to those who question the role or need for USAID or Foreign AID? [4:24] What are the priorities in the role for USAID, MCC and other foreign aid?  [8:03] Mark discusses how the initiatives that he started have evolved or developed with the current administration.  [12:50] How does Mark see humanitarian funding affecting long term development funding? [18:45] How did they frame the alternative development models offered by China as developing priorities and going through the procurement process?  [23:18] What is the current state of the war in Ukraine? [30:47] What did a typical day look like for Mark as the USAID Administrator?  [32:56] What did Mark look for to help him make the right decisions in his leadership role? [39:26] What would Mark's advice be for the next administration?  [41:05] What are some of the initiatives, activities or programs that don't have broad, political support in the U.S.?   KEY TAKEAWAYS:  USAID helps to grow partners, foster relationships, and build the capacity of other nations to join with USAID and take on their country's challenges.  The American dream isn't just the American dream. It's the universal dream, and we have to make sure that we invest in that, and that's where development assistance comes in.  USAID largely goes unnoticed, but they are essential to the work the U.S. does in other countries. They are the feet on the ground and they make huge impacts with their partnerships in other countries.    QUOTES: [1:48] “When I first began, I was asked by outsiders why USAID matters. I said, look, if we do this right, foreign assistance and development assistance can help us address just about every one of our foreign policy challenges.” - Ambassador Mark Green [13:01] “There is a real danger that humanitarian assistance will begin to cannibalize development assistance, and some of it is completely understandable. Humanitarian assistance responds to emergency needs, and there are emergencies right now, perhaps greater than we've ever seen, so it's natural.” - Ambassador Mark Green [39:27] “I think the administrator has to sharpen the tools in the toolbox, and then it is the White House, it's the President and the Secretary of State that will help to guide where those tools are deployed and for what end. I believe that development tools can be used to help address just about every challenge that we see in the world today. They aren't by themselves necessarily the answer, but they're part of the answer. And I think that's key.” - Ambassador Mark Green   RESOURCES: Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars Ambassador Mark Green - LinkedIn Aid Market Podcast Aid Market Podcast YouTube   BIOGRAPHY: Ambassador Mark Green (ret.) serves as the President and CEO of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, an institution chartered by Congress to “strengthen the fruitful learning between the world of learning and the world of public affairs.” He has served as the Administrator of the US Agency for International Development where he used America's development and humanitarian tools to help countries on their “journey to self-reliance.” He also served as Executive Director of the McCain Institute and President/CEO of the International Republican Institute. Green served as the U.S. Ambassador to Tanzania (mid-2007 to early 2009), and before that, he served four terms in the U.S. House of Representatives representing Wisconsin's 8th District. He has been honored for his work by the Republics of Tanzania and Colombia, and institutions including the Scowcroft Institute at Texas A&M and Georgetown University.  

Marty is an independent Irish poet, born in Tyrone, now living and writing in Belfast. Marty works for the Belfast Trust and has poems published widely in both online and print journals. He won the Matrix Poetry prize in 2017. He has published three chapbooks 'silent stigma, loud leaf' October 2021 (Button Press), 'gently, but a dream' October 2022 (Button Press) and 'sleeve notes' February 2024 (Button Press).    He is currently submitting work for publication which will inform his first full collection. Awarded grants from DfC, UoA and Arts Council in December 2021 and December 2022, he has appeared three times as a guest on Eat the Storms podcast. Marty is a neurodivergent poet.

Send us a Text Message.I'm joined by Steve Orkin, founder of Drum Fantasy Camp now in its 16th year, along with some of this year's Drum Fantasy Camp Councilors, Mike Mangini, Bruce Becker and Vinny Valentino. Legendary drummer and one of the original DFC councilors Steve Smith, joined to talk about how DFC began. Other councilors for this year's DFC include Simon Phillips, Chris Coleman, Chrissi Poland, Hagar Ben Ari and Stu Mindeman. There's still space available for this year's Drum Fantasy Camp! Go here for more information or to register! https://www.drumfantasycamp.com/   Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! is a series of conversations with legendary drummers and Music Industry icons, hosted by drummer and music industry veteran, John DeChristopher, drawing from his five decades in the Music Industry. Created in 2020, and ranked BEST Drum Podcast, "Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher!" gives the audience an insider's view that only John can offer. And no drummers are harmed on any shows! Please subscribe!Exciting news! 100% of the proceeds from Live From My Drum Room T-shirts goes toward a newly created Live From My Drum Room Scholarship with the Percussive Arts Society! https://pas.org/pasic/scholarships/ Live From My Drum Room T-shirts are made of soft 60%cotton/40% polyester. Available in XS-2XL. $25 includes shipping in the contiguous US. Payment with Venmo: @John-DeChristopher-2. Be sure to include your size and shipping address. Email: livefrommydrumroom@gmail.com. Thank you to everyone who's bought a shirt - you've helped support this endeavor!https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

Serving as America's development finance institution, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) was established in 2019 to ramp up financing, equity investment, and partnerships to support U.S. foreign policy and development-aligned transactions in emerging markets. DFC bolsters U.S. national and economic security, enabling the United States to work with key partners and allies to define a new vision of public-private development financing, centered around transparency, financial sustainability, and economic resilience, while reinforcing high standards for protecting human rights and the environment.FDD's Center on Economic and Financial Power (CEFP) hosts Nisha Biswal, Deputy CEO of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, for a wide ranging conversation with Senior Director and Head of CEFP Elaine Dezenski. They will discuss critical areas for future DFC investment; evolving economic conditions across the global south; how the United States thinks about countering investments by adversarial regimes, including the Chinese Communist Party; and opportunities for greater collaboration with allies and partners. Ambassador John A. Simon, former ambassador to the African Union, and founder and Managing Partner of Total Impact Capital, will provide introductory remarks for the conversation. For more, check out: fdd.org/events/2024/07/11/supercharging-the-development-finance-corporation-opportunities-and-pathways-for-development-infrastructure-and-investment/

About a month ago, the United States International Development Finance Corporation's (DFC) Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Nisha Biswal, attended a ceremony in Freetown to launch the “construction of an electricity infrastructure” in Freetown's Kissy Dockyard, 4km east of the city center.  US Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Bryan David Hunt and DFC executives described the launching ceremony as “a seminal development for Sierra Leone and an unprecedented one for the US government.” They stated that the proposed energy power plant is going to be the “largest increase in energy capacity in a single country of any prior DFC project.”  DFC is a US-government run “development finance institution,” established in 2019 as part of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act (BUILD) 2018, which combined the Development Credit Authority Agency with the Overseas Private Investment Corporation, both formerly part of the US State Department Agency for International Development (USAID). DFC reports directly to the US Congress.  Several months ahead of Freetown launching ceremony, DFC executives and US Embassy staff in Sierra Leone have been repeating that up to $412 million in loans and risk insurance have been approved by the US government to provide finance and risk insurance for the project. Two foreign companies, Milele Energy and TCQ Power Limited are listed as co-sponsors and joint recipients of the $412 million loan (including $120m in risk insurance) for the construction of the said electricity infrastructure project. TCQ Power's controversial presence and involvement in Sierra Leone's energy sector dates to the early 2010s, but Milele Energy is a newcomer, arriving in Sierra Leone after the election of Julius Maada Bio in 2018.  In public communication documents, the DFC and the US Embassy in Sierra Leone present Milele Energy as an independent Kenyan-based power generation company, failing to reveal complete details of the company's profile and real ownership; details that are required to enable public scrutiny of Milele Energy's track record and whether it has a proven capacity to deliver on its contractual responsibilities. Corporate records reviewed by Africanist Press shows that Milele Energy's corporate shareholders include Gemcorp Fund (GP) Limited, a company registered in George Town, Cayman Islands, holding the majority 80% shares in Milele Energy; Verkanda LLC registered in Delaware, US, also holding 10% shares in Milele Energy; JWI III LLC also registered in Delaware, US, holding 5% shares in Milele Energy; and Empower Africa Consulting Limited registered in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, holding 5% shares in Milele Energy. There is no record of any competitive bidding and public tender process that Milele Energy and DFC went through to take over the Western Area Power Generation Project. Worse, Sierra Leoneans are also unaware of the loan conditions, including the interest rates attached to DFC's development finance loans. DFC is yet to disclose the process used to issue the $412 million debt to the US owned company Milele Energy for the alleged purpose of building an electricity infrastructure in Sierra Leone.  In this episode, we examine Milele Energy's corporate ownership and the DFC's takeover of the Western Area Power Generation Project.  We ask whether the DFC's operations in Sierra Leone complies with the provisions of the US BUILD Act of 2018? We also highlighted the need for oversight agencies of the US government (Congress and Senate Foreign Affairs Committee) to institute an independent investigation to help determine how Milele Energy and DFC took over the Western Area Power Generation Project, and the role played by the United States Embassy in Freetown in these corporate developments in Sierra Leone. This episode is part of the VOICE FROM EXILE commentary series of the Africanist Press.

In this episode, we discuss the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)'s acquisition of the Western Area Power Generation Project and the role of the US-financed company, Milele Energy in Sierra Leone's corrupt energy sector. We ask, in particular, how Milele Energy Limited, and the United States Development Finance Corporation (DFC) took over the Western Area Power Generation Project and what are the legal and financial basis for the US$412 million debt financing they are imposing on Sierra Leone in the name of an electricity project whose viability remains highly questionable? In addition to the above, we also ask whether the DFC's takeover of the Western Area Power Generation Project in compliance with the provisions of the US Build Act of 2018? What do the registration details, corporate records, and shareholders arrangements of TCQ Power Limited, Milele Energy Limited, and Milele Topco Limited tell us about the company's profile and transnational operations in Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas? What roles have the United States Embassy and British High Commission in Freetown played in these corporate developments in Sierra Leone in the last 15 years? Most importantly, what is the relationship between Milele Energy's corporate network and Julius Maada Bio and other Sierra Leone Peoples Party politicians? And did Sierra Leone's Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) play a role in these dubious corporate arrangements, and what benefits did the ACC derive from the DFC and Milele's corporate operations in Sierra Leone? This episode is part of the VOICE FROM EXILE commentary series of the Africanist Press.

After Week 5, the south is repping the power rankings well in the WPSLThe Southeast has a team that hasn't given up a goal yet- and they're not even top ten...Plus, a big win for Georgia Impact on the roadWe hear from DFC head coach Campbell Chapman, Impact Head Coach Rob Roddie, and Impact GK Charlee Bernal about the week in your review/preview of the conference 

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With the recent release of her book 'Every Child Can: Riverside School's Design-Led Approach to Empower Children', the wonderful Kiran Bir Sethi is joining us again on the podcast this week. Kiran Bir Sethi⁠ is a designer who became a teacher, a principal who grew into an education reformer and subsequently morphed into a social entrepreneur. A trained graphic designer from the National Institute of Design, she comfortably uses the language of design – iteration, prototype, design specs – to develop not only curriculum innovation, but also community-based social programmes. Kiran founded the award winning ⁠Riverside School⁠ in Ahmedabad, India, in 2001. Riverside, is viewed as a laboratory to prototype design processes that uses a systems approach to build a culture of empowerment, graduating young citizen leaders with an ‘I CAN Mindset' – using their agency for the greater good. Riverside won the T4 Education 'World's Best School Prize' for innovation in 2023: https://t4.education/worlds-best-school-prizes/the-five-prizes/innovation/. In 2009, Kiran launched ⁠Design for Change⁠ which uses a simple 4 step design framework – FIDS (Feel, Imagine, Do, Share) to cultivate the I CAN mind-set in all children. Today, DFC is the world's largest movement of change - of and by children, and is in 60+ countries—impacting over 2.2 million children and 65,000 Teachers. Kiran is a judge for the prestigious YIDAN Prize and a Visiting Global Fellow at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. In 2019, she was awarded the Earth Prize in Luino, Italy, the Lexus Design Award for 2019, in Pune, India, and DFC has been recognised man times as one of the 100 most innovative educational programmes in the world by HundrED.org. Social Links Instagram: @kiranbirsethi - https://www.instagram.com/kiranbirsethi/ Twitter: ⁠@kiranbirsethi⁠ - https://twitter.com/kiranbirsethi LinkedIn: ⁠@kiranbirsethi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiranbirsethi/

Bientôt 25 années d'existence pour l'Agoa, le programme d'aide américain sur la croissance et les possibilités en Afrique. Et son futur reste encore flou. Il peut être reconduit ou prendre fin dans un peu plus d'un an après la présidentielle américaine. Le texte facilite le commerce entre le continent et les États-Unis, mais il est aussi décrié. Les interrogations autour du renouvellement de l'Agoa étaient très présentes lors du sommet économique annuel États-Unis-Afrique début mai à Dallas. C'était l'abcès qu'il fallait crever dès le début de la rencontre des dirigeants africains, des conseillers de la Maison Blanche, des officiels du gouvernement et des investisseurs : quel avenir pour l'Agoa ?C'était, même, le sujet de la première réunion plénière du sommet économique États-Unis-Afrique. « J'encourage nos partenaires du secteur privé et de la société civile à continuer de demander un vote, parce qu'ils sont la pierre angulaire du commerce entre les États-Unis et l'Afrique, explique Joy Basu, la numéro deux du bureau des affaires africaines au secrétariat d'État américain, même s'il y a un soutien du bipartisan du Congrès, vous voyez bien ce qui se passe là-bas, on ne peut être sûr de rien tant que ce n'est pas voté. »Reconduction probable...Mais l'administration Biden a bon espoir que le texte soit reconduit, pour au moins 10 ans, car le soutien vient des deux chambres et des deux partis américains. « Même si le programme n'est pas re-voté cette année, ce que nous espérons néanmoins, il est important que le Congrès continue de signaler qu'il ne compte pas abandonner le partenariat, poursuit Joy Basu, la plupart des industries ici sont à forte teneur en capital et elles ont besoin d'un environnement d'investissement prévisible. On le dit à nos partenaires africains, et les entreprises nous le disent aussi, on espère qu'on peut faciliter le renouvellement de l'Agoa. Cela dit, on voit ce moment de reconduction du programme comme une opportunité pour moderniser la législation. Que ce soit avec de la digitalisation, ou avec plus de facilités de commercer. Je pense que c'est une formidable opportunité. »À lire aussiExportations africaines aux États-Unis: «Aucun pays n'a été exclu à la légère» du programme américain AgoaLors d'une conférence de presse en présence de seize agences gouvernementale américaines, le message a été répété : c'est le secteur privé qui est le pilier des investissements et des relations commerciales, quel que soit l'avenir du programme de partenariat actuel.... même si Donald Trump est élu« Toutes les transactions que nous opérons, peu importe l'endroit ou le moment où elles sont faites, sont sécurisées par le fond de crédit des États-Unis. Et c'est de là que vient la stabilité. Et toutes les entreprises du secteur privé qui sont engagées avec nous, d'où qu'elles viennent, le comprennent bien, témoigne Reta Jo Lewis, présidente de Exim, la banque américaine d'import-export. On entend des deux côtés du Congrès que la sécurité économique repose sur la sécurité nationale et, inversement, que la sécurité nationale repose sur la sécurité économique. Nous avons été réautorisés en 2019, comme d'autres agences ici, avec un soutien des élus des deux partis. »Cette même année 2019, la DFC, l'agence de financement du développement, était formée. Le président des États-Unis était alors… Donald Trump. Preuve, selon les agences américaines, que même un changement de direction à la Maison Blanche ne changera pas le cap des relations avec l'Afrique.Depuis quelques années, il est aussi question de restreindre l'accès à l'Agoa à certains pays, dont l'Afrique du Sud, qui en est l'un des principaux bénéficiaires. Du point de vue des investisseurs publics ou privés, qu'elle que soit la décision, ce n'est pas le gouvernement qui est financé, mais les entreprises et les populations, donc la relation commerciale perdurera.À lire aussiAu sommet États-Unis-Afrique de Dallas, le défi de l'accès à l'énergie [1/3]À lire aussiSommet États-Unis-Afrique: investir dans le numérique comme levier de développement [2/3]

In this episode, we examine the role of the United States Development Finance Corporation (DFC) in Sierra Leone's electricity corruption, showing how the DFC inherited a corrupt electricity contract from British financed corporations, and how US international investment is now financing corruption and deepening underdevelopment in Sierra Leone.    This episode is part of the VOICE FROM EXILE commentary series of the Africanist Press.  

Dans cet épisode je discute avec David CHASSAGNE de la manière de gérer la violence et l'agressivité dans les établissements de santé.David CHASSAGNE est ancien militaire, ancien infirmier et cadre de santé. Il a fondé l'organisme de formation DFC Formation pour transmettre son expérience en particulier auprès des soignants pour gérer les situations de violences que les équipes peuvent rencontrer au quotidien.Le covid a exacerbé les situations de violence. Par exemple : le réflexe "je paie donc j'ai droit" ! Détériore la relation résident soignant.L'enjeu n'est surtout pas d'avoir une réponse physique de la part des soignants. La gestion de l'agressivité est relationnelle, il faut négocier d'abord en écoutant ! Avec l'écoute active et l'empathie. Il faut montrer que l'on a compris le problème de la personne. Cela permet d'éviter le conflit et l'agressivité.Il faut comprendre les émotions pour réajuster la relation et éviter l'explosion. Cela passe par la déculpabilisation des proches pour ensuite pouvoir travailler une relation de confiance. La période d'admission est cruciale pour réassurer les résidents et leurs proches. Les proches ne connaissent pas notre manière de fonctionner.Pour les personnes atteintes de troubles cognitives, il faut trouver les causes.Nous parlons de l'agressivité réactive : Je réagis négativement à une situation qui me gêne.Et l'agressivité proactive : J'interagis avec violence pour obtenir quelque chose.Nous discutons aussi de la manière de gérer l'agressivité entre collègue. Il s'agit très souvent d'un problème de management.Comment revenir aux bases ? Se focaliser sur les besoins et le bien-être des résidents. Le manager doit faire le lien entre chaque professionnel pour que tous les métiers soient en phase.À tout cela s'ajoutent aujourd'hui les aspirations des différentes générations.Et nous concluons par la manière de gérer un manager ou un supérieur hiérarchique dont l'attitude est agressive.Vous trouverez plus d'informations sur le site DFC formation et vous pouvez contacter directement David CHASSAGNE sur Linkedin.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Host Robert Pilot and producer Haley Cherry welcome Dougherty Family College Dean Dr. Buffy Smith with 2022 DFC graduate Cheyene Bialke (White Earth Nation)!

Randy Tift, Former USAID Chief A&A Policy Officer, joins Mike Shanley as co-host, along with guest Michael Metzler, Executive Director of USAID's Private Sector Engagement (PSE) Hub. As the first formalized private sector engagement office, USAID is the longest running donor in the space. USAID's influence continues to evolve, especially as more U.S. foreign assistance professionals are shifting their focus towards the local development of communities and engaging in the private sector space. With this shift comes the need for new policies and strategies necessary to streamline future projects and to support complex relationships between USAID and private sectors. This impactful discussion focuses on USAID's Private Sector Engagement's (PSE) priorities and progress, learning from PSE USAID projects, PSE and localization, and USAID and impact investing.  IN THIS EPISODE: [3:53] Michael Metzler gives a rundown of the history of USAID's Private Sector Engagement. [7:00] What inspired USAID to shift their focus to the commercial interests of their private sector partners and how has this shift benefited USAID and their private partners?  [12:44] Michael touches on why USAID is such a great resource for private sectors and local partners trying to establish themselves to tap into.  [15:00] Randy introduces PSE Modernize, the overarching term for several initiatives that USAID has launched to track the agency's private sector partnerships, and to bring data to bear for USAID planners, both in the missions and in DC. This has brought more order to managing PSE partners, resulting in a real system for customer relationship management and knowledge management. Michael shares his thoughts on the launch. [23:00] Michael discusses Compass, the Salesforce-based enterprise customer relationship management system that USAID is preparing to launch. He also touches on the staff that will be running and implementing Compass.  [28:25] Randy asks Michael how USAID will engage with companies that work through supply chains, that cross borders, or work across sectors and industries? How will USAID incentivize the support for those complex relationships with their workforce? [34:00] Discussion of the A&A Strategy and the Private Sector Engagement Policy, both launched in December of 2018. What has been accomplished and learned throughout the years since these launches? [42:00] Michael touches on the Unlock Aid Organization.  [45:43] How has USAID developed and updated their systems to better assist local partners and private sectors?  [52:38] Randy inquires about the continuing role of nongovernmental organizations and nonprofits in private sector engagement and relationships with the Development Finance Corporation. [58:30] Michael touches on the Edge Fund and why it was created. KEY TAKEAWAYS:  Many U.S. foreign assistance professionals disagreed on the importance of  engaging with multinational corporations, and even local firms, whose primary motive is mere profit. But there's really been a major shift in terms of the development community and engaging the private sector.  USAID founded the first formalized private sector engagement office in 2000 with the intention to formalize an approach and its thinking around engaging with the private sector. The Private Sector Engagement Policy and the A&A Strategy, both firsts of their kind, were both released in December of 2018. Michael reflects on that time period and what the resulting awards have accomplished. When the Development Finance Corporation (DFC) was created, there was a significant hole in the agency in terms of its ability to transact. Thus, the Mission Transaction Unit was created to allow for the transaction that USAID brings into the DFC. QUOTES: “Focusing on the actual commercial interests of our private sector partners is not only a good thing to do, it's an absolutely necessary thing to do. In fact, we went further than that and said, it's actually a history of how we are going to do development into the future. So out of that recognition came the first ever PSE policy for the agency, and, if you read the policy, you will see that it presents a very bold vision.” - Michael Metzler “USAID has one of the best networks in the business community, as well as a wide team of experts in all technical areas. These are areas that private sectors would like to tap into. USAID has some of the best reputations and the best connections with government officials that can be leveraged. For a company that's coming from the outside that is trying to establish themselves, that is gold.” - Michael Metzler “It's remarkable for partners to know that for any private sector engagement concern, they can find out who those people are. For various reasons, including security, most technical leads for health or food security are not listed, you have to do research to find out who they are. But with PSE, you know who they are, it's public.” - Randy Tift “Localization, I also read as not just localized within the countries themselves, but actually engaging these smaller businesses that do struggle to break into larger contracts.” - Michael Metzler RESOURCES: Aid Market Podcast  Mike Shanley - LinkedIn Randy Tift - LinkedIn BIOGRAPHIES: Michael Metzler, Executive Director, USAID Private Sector Engagement Hub: Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator Michael Metzler oversees IPI's Private Sector Engagement Hub, the Center for Economics and Market Development, and manages the Agency's relationship with the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation. Mr. Metzler was previously the Executive Director of IPI's Private Sector Engagement (PSE) Hub.  Previously, Mr. Metzler was the Director of USAID's Development Credit Authority (DCA)  in which he successfully led efforts that mobilized over $6 billion of new financing for development projects in over 80 countries. He was also a leading Agency voice on the development of the BUILD Act, which created the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and managed the successful merger of the DCA office and program into the DFC. Prior to his DCA work, Mr. Metzler served as the Director of USAID's Economic Growth Office in Serbia, where he managed a diverse portfolio of projects focused on regulatory reform, local economic development, agriculture, enterprise competitiveness and economic security. Mr. Metzler has also served as a special assistant and adviser to several USAID administrators on issues related to financial markets, macroeconomic policy and regulatory reform. Before joining USAID, he was the director of a national house-building program for Habitat for Humanity International and served in the U.S. Peace Corps in Nepal. Mr. Metzler is a graduate of the Johns Hopkins School for Advanced International Studies, where he studied development finance and economics.   Randy Tift, Former USAID Chief A&A Policy Officer: J. Randall (Randy) Tift is an advisor / consultant to international development organizations. He led a USAID reform initiative in 2017-21. Previously, he served on US Congressional staff, in field-based operations in global development, and as a policy manager in international affairs focused on relief and development, democracy, human rights, and national security. At USAID Randy served as Chief Acquisition and Assistance Policy Officer and as Senior Leader Champion for USAID's Effective Partnering and Procurement Reform (EPPR). EPPR established reforms in program cycle, partnering approaches and delivery mechanisms for more than $20 billion in annual USAID funding. Through EPPR and the New Partnerships Initiative, USAID continues to advance locally-led development, adaptive and collaborative programming, and diversification of the USAID partner base. From 2006-2017, Randy was Senior Adviser and Senior Director for Policy at World Vision. In this role, Randy managed WV policy engagement with US executive branch agencies in crisis response, operational risk, program effectiveness in fragile states, civil society strengthening, human rights, counter-terrorism, and other issues affecting WV brand, mission, and message. He coordinated US donor support for field programs promoting local advocacy and policy change as a critical driver of development outcomes in over 40 countries. From 1995-2006, Randy managed international development programs in the Balkans. As Chief of Party in Serbia, he managed the $50 million USAID Community Revitalization through Democratic Action (CRDA) program, supporting post-conflict civic participation, economic growth and income generation, stabilization and reconstruction assistance to Serbia. Randy also served as USAID Senior Adviser for Democracy and Governance in Romania, managing a portfolio of a dozen US and local implementing partners building coalitions for reform, promoting programs to remove barriers to free enterprise and economic growth, supporting independent media, and strengthening Romanian democratic institutions. Earlier, Randy served as coordinator of the US Congressional assistance program in the Romanian Parliament.

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In this episode, we discuss how hidden competition between British financed corporations and United States-backed companies for control of non-transparent service-related contracts and corruptly awarded critical infrastructure projects in Sierra Leone have worsened the country's foreign debt crisis. We examine the risks such developments pose to democracy and real economic propserity in the small west African nation. We highlight how Ernest Bai Koroma and Julius Maada Bio enabled these corrupt corporate agreements in the last 15 years, and how the All Peoples Congress (APC) and Sierra Leone Peoples Party (SLPP) function as political proxies of British financed companies and United States-backed corporations exploiting the country. One such example includes the unscrupulous struggle between the Commonwealth Development Corporation (CDC) and United States Development Finance Corporation (DFC) over the multi-million dollars non-transparent Western Area Power Generation Project loan agreements involving Blue Flare (BVI), TCQ Power Ltd, CEC Africa Investments Ltd (CECA), Milele Energy, the Bank World Group, and other financial institutions. The same example applies to the Lungi airport loan arrangement with Summa Group, and the DFC's investment loan pumped into Africell. We point out that the current political and economic crisis in Sierra Leone, including the rigged June 2023 elections and skyrocketing taxes, are directly linked to the unscrupulous competition between British companies and American financed corporations operating in the country. Thus, the United States and Britain, as leading partners of the SLPP and APC political leaders, must ensure that their current political and economic engagements in Sierra Leone include the protection of the lives and freedoms of all Sierra Leoneans. This episode is part of the VOICE FROM EXILE commentary series of the Africanist Press. 

1 Active force - its my chopper (kore) 2 Elevator - shinny (react) 3 The rhythmic state - power people (steppin out) 4 Illuminatae - tremora del terra (XVX) 5 Interactive - amok (truelove comms) 6 Misjah + Tim - access (x trax) Julie McKnight - home (acapella) 7 Bass reaction - reaction (shoop) 8 Ramirez - terapia (DFC) 9 Obsessive - tune in turn out (mid town) 10 Charlie lownoise + mental Theo - live at London (mid town) 11 Ni-cad - brainwash (sound asylum) 12 Force mass motion - chemical warfare (rabbit city) 13 sulfurex - point break (pure dance) 14 Lord of hardcore - go bezerk (bass generator) 15 The reanimator - bigger + bolder (knor records) 16 Dyewitness + nightraver - the future (mid town)

In this week's episode of Heat Press for Profit LIVE, Kelly is joined by Caitlin Andrew, Special Project Supervisor for STAHLS' DFC. If you haven't heard, NOBULL chose STAHLS' UltraColor MAX direct to film transfers for all of the athlete and staff apparel for the 2024 NFL Combine. Tune in to hear why UltraColor MAX is the choice of the Pros!GUEST: Caitlin Andrew, DFCSTREAMYARD LINK:https://streamyard.com/hidhe94smn

When China's Belt and Road Initiative was formally launched in 2013, it was touted as a world-spanning push to replicate the economic and political impact of the Silk Road. As it made investments across the world - including in the port of Piraeus during the depths of the financial crisis - Western capitals sought to counter Beijing's growing influence. While it appears that the BRI is in retreat today, there are still risks. Josh Birenbaum, the deputy director of the Center on Economic and Financial Power at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joins Thanos Davelis to look at the BRI today, why Europe and Washington should still be concerned about China, and what tools are available to counter Beijing - from the DFC to the proposed IMEC corridor. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:China's Belt and Road Initiative is bringing new risks to EuropeTightening the Belt or End of the Road? China's BRI at 10Albania: Ethnic Greek mayor sentenced to two years for vote buyingBeleri: ‘It was a sham trial'Rama burns bridges with Beleri convictionVon der Leyen expected in Cyprus to discuss sea corridorUrsula von der Leyen in Cyprus for humanitarian corridor talks

“She doesn't know what's coming, but we do” -- It's just after midnight on July 9th, 2011 when a CCTV camera of the Leili home captures Niqué, completely unaware that this would become her last known footage before her disappearance. Niqué's 19-year-old daughter Alex is quickly suspicious of her step-dad Matthew, but her younger half-sisters, Amanda and Rebecca, firmly believe their dad is doing everything he can to help find their mom and reunite their family. Alex knows that the only way to save her family is to find out the truth about what happened to her mother that fateful night. External Footage from: "NBC", "Showbiz", "Dateline", "The House On Sydney's Cove", ID", "Discovery", "Til Death Do Us Part", "Control Kill Delete", " Arrow Media", "Hear No Evil", "Dead And Deleted", "ABC", "ACB News", "20/20", "What The Camera Didn't See", "DFC", "Digital Forensic CORP", "Video And Audio Forensics", "HLN", "HLN NEWS", "Exclusive Issues", "Interview With Amy Elk", "Epidemic Sound", "Getty Images", "Motion Array", "Audio Network".

The Aid Market Podcast, hosted by Mike Shanley, explores USAID growth strategies, including bootstrapping, external investment, and mergers & acquisitions (M&A). Guests Keith Ives, CEO of Causal Design, and Santiago Sedaca, President of Empower International Development, share their experiences and insights. Edward Williams,  partner at Williams LLP, joins the conversation to discuss legal considerations in M&A. The discussion concludes with Christy Hollywood, COO of Konektid, who provides a summary of the key takeaways. Throughout the episode, guests share their experiences and insights on regulatory compliance, due diligence, and the importance of relationships in government contracting. The conversation also emphasizes the value of M&A for career opportunities and impactful development work, highlighting the legal and financial considerations involved. Clear communication, cultural fit, and market understanding are highlighted as crucial factors in ensuring successful acquisitions. IN THIS EPISODE: [01:44] Keith Ives reflects on his educational and business background, culminating in his being a founding partner in Causal Design. [06:24] Keith discusses the importance of relationships and attendance at industry events. He also comments on the importance of independent CPA-reviewed financials.  [15:36] When should a firm start sponsoring events?  [18:23] Santiago Sedaca discusses mergers and acquisitions in the USAID market, and he reflects on the acquisition of his company by Palladium.  [25:20] Santiago describes the process of a merger or acquisition and how to prepare for them.  [36:17] Mike asks if localization plays into acquisitions, and Santiago comments on private equity firms buying up small businesses.  [41:46] Keith comments on not being a small business if acquired and doing a test run with contracts. Santiago points out that culture is a factor.  [46:52] Edward Williams describes what happens when a client wants to merge with or acquire another firm and whether there are additional complications if a non-US firm intends to acquire a US firm.   [55:54] Christy Hollywood shares her takeaways from today's conversation.    KEY TAKEAWAYS:  Building strong relationships with prime contractors and key players in the industry is crucial for success in the USAID market. Attending industry events and networking can open doors and create opportunities for collaboration. In USAID contracting and international development, successful mergers hinge on factors like net income, reputation, and strong market relationships. Cultural fit is vital, and post-acquisition success requires careful integration planning. The sector's low net income margins and minimal involvement of investments or private equity present unique challenges in M&A activities. The importance of understanding the "why" behind mergers and acquisitions, as it can be a mission-driven decision, not just a financial one. This understanding can provide opportunities for career advancement and better development work.   RESOURCES: Aid Market Podcast Mike Shanley - LinkedIn Causal Design - Website Keith Ives - LinkedIn Santiago Sedaca - LinkedIn Williams LLP - Website Edward Williams - LinkedIn Konektid - Website Christy Hollywood - LinkedIn   BIOGRAPHIES Santiago Sedaca Executive experience in thriving organizations (CARANA, Palladium, DT Global, Wise Responder) leading strategy, developing top performing teams, and managing large technical, business development and operations teams (1000+ people), producing market-leading financial results and social impact (managed $100 million+ P&L). Expert innovator in international development and commercial strategies in emerging markets, working across a range of disciplines with a strong track record in public-private partnerships, sustainability, innovative finance, private sector development, improved governance and natural resource management. Business Development track record, selling more than $700 million in new projects in the last ten years, with networks within USAID, FCDO, DFAT, MCC, DFC, multilateral agencies, and corporations, having worked in more than forty countries. Edward Williams is a powerful and efficient advocate for his clients. Since 2015, Super Lawyer has rated him a Rising Star in the area of commercial litigation.An experienced attorney with a long history of success in trial practice and transactional matters, T. Edward Williams is a skilled business attorney who have litigated cases involving in variety of business litigation cases, including partnership and shareholder disputes, employment law, uniform commercial code law, oil and gas law, and securities law. Edward is also skilled in bankruptcy and international arbitration matters.Edward has represented American and foreign companies in matters involving the Defend Trade Secrets Act, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, among others. Keith Ives is a project and policy leader passionate about evidence-based decision-making in development economics and humanitarian response. Before bringing the Causal Design team together, he consulted for The World Bank and worked for Georgetown University's Initiative on Innovation, Development, and Evaluation (gui2de) designing mobile phone-based surveys and managing randomized trials in Kenya and Nigeria. Keith has designed evaluations for the Liberian and Rwandan Ministries of Agriculture, executed a growth diagnostic for the Kurdistan Regional Government, coordinated humanitarian responses in Haiti, Nigeria, and the United States, managed economic development projects in Kenya and Burkina Faso, and led Marines during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Christy Hollywood supports Konektid clients and consultants with skills honed during 20+ years of leadership in international development, professional services, and consulting organizations. She led a successful consulting firm of her own for 11 years. Earlier, she served as Vice President for BD of Cardno (a large USAID and MCC contractor, since acquired) and held pivotal business development roles at KPMG's Emerging Markets Group, RTI International, PATH, as well as Fidelity Investments and Noblis. A recognized expert in business development consulting, she's authored several articles and is five-time invited presenter at international conferences on proposal management, competitive intelligence, and business development.  

It's huge prize purses, stacked athlete fields and one of a kind Event venues and environment from running the Burj Khalifa to the swimming in the ocean next to the worlds only 6 star hotel. Outside of money, athletes and venues the Programming has been a major in the character in the story that is the DFC. The big programming question with Dubai is along with all of this extravagance, there is a power struggle between what they COULD do versus what the SHOULD do. Bill and Chase sit down and analyze the programming of the 2023 Dubai Fitness Championship.

Brian and PC welcome their first international athlete to this episode of "Friendly Conversations." Who is better than three-time CrossFit Games podium finisher Lena Richter? From 2021 to 2023, the Norwegian was a staple on the podium in Madison, WI, with the CrossFit Oslo powerhouse. She joins us to discuss what transpired this past weekend in Oslo at the iF3 World Championships, where she spent time behind the microphone as a broadcast team member. She talks about the importance of the iF3 to the growth of CrossFit and how it has helped the sport grow in Norway. We also discuss what it takes to make a successful team and her plans for the upcoming season.Brandon Luckett joins us as well to talk about Dubai Fitness Championship programming. The DFC team tasked him and his EMOM Co. to test the events. We get his thoughts and also ask him what he has going on for the future as a competitive athlete.Visit us on our website at bfriendlyfitness.comConnect with us on Instagram BFriendly on Instagram Brian on Instagram PC on Instagram Chad on Instagram Subscribe to the weekly B.Friendly Fitness DigestDelivered to your inbox every Friday Morning!https://bfriendlyfitness.ck.page/ Support us on PatreonSupport us on Patreon so we can continue to bring you amazing analysis and coverage unlike any other!https://patreon.com/user?u=92646813

Today, Les, Jess, Jamil, Morgan, and special guest John Lipsey all sit down together - in person! - to discuss America's stolen pandas and the U.S. Development Finance Corporation's (DFC) recent loan of $550 million to Sri Lanka to support the construction of a deep-water shipping terminal. This loan is a recent example of DFC's efforts to support the building of global infrastructure, while also supporting U.S. foreign policy. What's the difference between China's Belt and Road Initiative and America's DFC lending? Can the US DFC compete with China's BRI globally? Should we have let China take back our pandas?Want to learn more about this topic? Check out these articles that our experts used to frame our discussion: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/news/giant-pandas-depart-smithsonians-national-zoo-and-conservation-biology-institute-for-chinahttps://www.dfc.gov/media/press-releases/dfc-makes-more-91-billion-financial-commitments-fiscal-year-2023https://www.csis.org/analysis/mission-creep-development-finance-corporationhttps://fortune.com/2023/11/08/us-dfc-china-belt-and-road-553m-investment-sri-lanka-colombo-port/Follow our experts on Twitter: @notTVJessJones@jamil_n_jaffer @lestermunson@morganlroach@JohnCLipseyLike what we're doing here? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe. And don't forget to follow @masonnatsec on Twitter! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Monday Scott Nathan, the CEO of the US International Development Finance Corporation, or the DFC,  signed a financing agreement for a $125 million loan to ONEX Elefsis Shipyards and Industries to rehabilitate and modernize the Elefsina shipyard near Athens. The investment will develop the Elefsina shipyard, which is strategically located near several key gas trade routes, into a maritime and energy supply hub, creating jobs while helping Greece and the region become less reliant on Russian energy. Since its founding in 2019, the DFC has been at the forefront of Washington's efforts to invest in its partners and allies and ensure that key strategic assets stay out of the hands of malign actors. Naz El-Khatib, the DFC's Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy, joins Thanos Davelis to look into this key investment in Greece and highlight the DFC's work in the region.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:DFC Commits $125 Million to Modernize Elefsina Shipyard in Greece, Establish Critical Energy Supply Hub in the MediterraneanChina Buys Friends With Ports and Roads. Now the U.S. Is Trying to Compete.Blinken leaves Middle East with no progress on hostages or humanitarian pausePresident charts humanitarian path for Gaza with US Secretary of StatePro-Palestinian crowds try to storm air base housing U.S. troops in TurkeyTurkey recalls ambassador to Israel ahead of Blinken's visit

  Vehicle brake systems are intricate and integral to road safety. Understanding these lesser-known aspects of brake systems can help drivers make informed choices and maintain their brakes for optimal performance and safety on the road. On this special edition of WrenchNation, we're going to hit the brakes on common misconceptions and explore some vital tips about your vehicle's braking system that you may not be aware of with the "Godfather " of brakes, long-time automotive industry veteran,& co-founder of Dynamic Friction Company (DFC),  Dino Crescentini & VP of Sales , industry talent Dan Biezonsky. Catch both Dino & Dan along with the DFC team next to the beer garden at their booth at 2023 AAPEX for more details and all things BRAKES BOOTH A2709 Recalls Mentioned : 238,000 Ford Explorers Recalled for Defect That Could Cause Rollaway Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 AMG SL55 and AMG SL63 vehicles.

In episode 81  @AfterburnPodcast  Colonel Samuel G. McIntyre, a U-28A Air Force Special Operations Pilot, who distinguished himself during the tumultuous events unfolding at Hamid Karzai International Airport, Kabul, Afghanistan. Amidst the initial Taliban invasion and the emergency United States embassy evacuation, Colonel McIntyre's exceptional flying skill, courage, and precision defensive maneuvers were pivotal in safeguarding the lives of his crew, Afghan civilians, and U.S. embassy and military personnel. For his actions, he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor. Read the DFC citation here: https://bit.ly/McIntyre_DFC_Citation Join our free weekly newsletter for insights into aviation, defense, and geo-politics - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter Colonel McIntyre's valor is encapsulated in his receipt of the Distinguished Flying Cross, awarded for his extraordinary achievement during Operation Freedom's Sentinel. Facing a runway obstructed by a stampede of civilians and enemies, emergency fuel conditions, and violent urban warfare, Colonel McIntyre executed unprecedented feats of airmanship, landing amidst chaos and ensuring the safe recovery of his crew. This episode delves into the intricate dynamics of U-28A tactical capabilities, offering a glimpse into the life of a pilot marked by complexity, challenge, and courage. It's a narrative that transcends the ordinary, unveiling the profound impact of precision, skill, and dedication in the theatre of war.

您聽過DFC學習法嗎？這個來自印度的學習方法，源自於設計思考，它想要解決的根本問題，是協助全台灣近7成在傳統學科成績定義下，承受著巨大學習壓力的孩童。DFC（Design For Change）挑戰，就是讓孩子捲起袖子，思考如何解決身邊的問題，並且採取行動。本集特別連線臺灣童心創意行動協會創辦人暨執行長許芯瑋，暢談如何啟發孩子多元的潛能，獲得成就感。同時，也藉由「解決問題」的思考，讓學校教育與SDGs聯合國永續發展目標結合。108課綱希望孩子主動學習、培養解決問題的能力，顯然要改變行之有年的教學方式，對於老師們是極大的衝擊，此時老師們赫然發現，「主動學習、問題解決」正是過去多年來DFC在推動的理念！推動DFC Taiwan的臺灣童心創意行動協會，是從何開始的？遇到哪些挑戰？以哪些方案與學校和教師一同轉化？又為台灣永續教育帶來什麼樣的影響？歡迎收聽！

您聽過DFC學習法嗎？激發孩子思考，解決身邊的問題，會如何影響永續教育？

80% of 2,843-km DFC was operational by August 2023. Built at a cost of Rs 1.24 lakh crore, the corridor — made up of eastern and western arms — spans 9 states & 77 districts.

1. Aparna's childhood in the wilderness of Oregon, her interest in working on cars, and some of the philosophies that guide her work 2. A dive into Aparna's time abroad - Why recognizing privilege, power and bias is important 3. Aparna's journey to working as Deputy Chief Climate Officer for the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation 4. An exploration of the DFC as a whole and its unique values  

In this episode, Ori Mankali, senior VP of engineering at cloud security startup Akeyless, speaks with SE Radio's Nikhil Krishna about secrets management and the innovative use of distributed fragment cryptography (DFC). In the context of enterprise IT, 'secrets' are crucial for authentication in providing access to internal applications and services. Ori describes the unique challenges of managing these sensitive data, particularly given the complexities of doing so on a large scale in substantial organizations. They discuss the necessity for a secure system for managing secrets, highlighting key features such as access policies, audit capabilities, and visualization tools. Ori introduces the concept of distributed fragment cryptography, which boosts security by ensuring that the entire secret is never known to any single entity. The episode explores encryption and decryption and the importance of key rotation, as they consider the challenges and potential solutions in secrets management.

Episode Summary: In Episode 142 of the Aerospace Advantage, A Conversation with Air Marshal Harvey Smyth: Allied Perspective, John “Slick” Baum, Lt Gen Dave Deptula, USAF (Ret), and Gen Kevin Chilton, USAF (Ret) chat with Air Marshal Harvey Smyth, the Royal Air Force's Air and Space Commander. It's hard to think about a single time in history when our nation fought alone. It's no secret why: allies and partners are the key to success as America seeks to engage around the world. It takes a team to win—especially in the modern security environment. Working together with other service branches and international operational commanders, Air Marshal Smyth oversees the generation and employment of airpower for the United Kingdom. During this episode, the Mitchell team explores with Air Marshal Smyth how he sees the global security environment and where the RAF stands from a capabilities perspective. They also discuss future operating concepts and RAF spacepower objectives. Join us for this incredibly insightful dialogue. Credits: Host: John "Slick" Baum, Senior Fellow, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies Producer: Shane Thin Executive Producer: Douglas Birkey Guest: Lt Gen David Deptula, USAF (Ret.), Dean, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies  Guest: Gen Kevin Chilton, USAF (Ret.), Explorer Chair, The Mitchell Institute Spacepower Advantage Center of Excellence (MI-SPACE) Guest: Air Mshl Harvey Smyth, CB, OBE, DFC, Air & Space Commander, Royal Air Force Links: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: https://bit.ly/3GbA5Of Website: https://mitchellaerospacepower.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MitchellStudies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mitchell.Institute.Aerospace LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3nzBisb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchellstudies/ #MitchellStudies #AerospaceAdvantage #allies #uk #raf Thank you for your continued support!