Podcasts about Economic development

Recorded live from the 2026 SEDC Annual Conference in Bonita Springs, Florida, host Ray Methvin wraps up Tuesday afternoon with two influential leaders navigating project strategy and regional advocacy across the American South. First, Ford Graham, Senior Vice President at McGuireWoods Consulting and Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, shares essential perspectives on the changing dynamics of project recruitment. Ford breaks down the rise of local pushback around large capital investments, emphasizing why economic developers must proactively educate their communities, maintain flexibility in incentive structures, and stay prepared to capture domestic and foreign direct investment as global market conditions stabilize.Next, Ray sits down with Joe Hines, Director of Economic Development and Site Selection at Timmons Group, to celebrate his new role as the incoming Chair of SEDC. Joe discusses the critical junction facing the profession, outlining plans to establish a federal public policy platform that champions interstate priorities like energy infrastructure, supply chain corridors, and workforce development. Together, these conversations highlight the necessity of preparation, regional collaboration, and unified leadership to keep the South competitive on the national and global stage.The SEDC Podcast is sponsored by Insyteful.

Recorded live from the 2026 SEDC Annual Conference in Bonita Springs, Florida, host Ray Methvin sits down with economic development leaders and data strategists driving regional growth across the Southeast. First, Jim DeCesare, Executive Director of the Franklin-Simpson Industrial Authority and Founder of The DeCesare Group, recaps a historic run of capital investment and job creation in Simpson County, Kentucky. Jim shares frontline perspectives on project wins like the Kroger Distribution Center and Shinwon, navigating public perception around major data center developments, and his upcoming transition to launch a new economic development authority in Grayson County.Next, Dalal Alkhaldi and Stocker Lloyd from Lightcast examine the critical need for defensible, transparent workforce data in local economic development. Stalker breaks down why shift-share analysis often offers a more dynamic window into emerging growth than traditional location quotients, while Dalal highlights ongoing client training, AI workforce studies, and the dangers of unvetted data hallucinations in board presentations. Closing out the episode, Ryan Nance, Director of Economic Development for North Carolina's Electric Cooperatives, discusses the grassroots role of electric co-ops in building resilient communities, balancing technical skills with courageous local communication, and preparing for the operational shift toward agentic AI workflows.The SEDC Podcast is sponsored by Insyteful.

Live from the 2026 Southern Economic Development Council Annual Conference in Bonita Springs, Florida, host Ray Methvin speaks with two economic development leaders, addressing regional growth, site preparation, and the shifting competitive landscape.First, Ray is joined by Pam Armstrong, Director of Economic Development for the Bedford County, Virginia Office of Economic Development. Located between Roanoke and Lynchburg, Bedford County leverages a regional labor shed of over 500,000 workers. Pam discusses the community's leadership as America's conveyor manufacturing hub, major wins including a 100% American-made solar manufacturer, the development of shovel-ready Tier 4 and Tier 5 industrial sites, and targeted workforce programs designed to credential students for high-demand technical careers.Next, Ray sits down with Ted Abernathy, Managing Partner at Economic Leadership LLC. Drawing on four decades in economic policy, Ted previews his conference keynote focusing on why the historic advantages that fueled Southern growth over the past 50 years- lower costs and rapid processes- are no longer enough on their own. Ted breaks down how emerging technology, research commercialization, national defense assets, and policy changes across competitor states require economic developers to lead with proactive foresight, not complacency.The SEDC Podcast is sponsored by Insyteful.

In November, the Ontario Liberals will elect a new leader — the party's third in six years.Five candidates are on the ballot to replace Bonnie Crombie: Navdeep Bains, Stephanie Bowman, Lee Fairclough, Eric Lombardi and Dylan Marando.At this point, Bains is widely considered the frontrunner. The former federal Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is a recognized name in and out of the party, and he currently leads all candidates in fundraising.Bains is our guest on this week's episode of Village Media's Closer Look podcast.Reach out to Frisco and Scott

September 4, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson introduce us to Detroit's new Chief of Economic Development and Workforce, Olga Stella, what's on her agenda first? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 4, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson start your day off with the stories you should know about. They find out the latest on the Lindsay Clancy Trial; introduce us to Detroit's new Chief of Economic Development and Workforce; hear from a Democrat who's decided to vote Republican this time and preview this season's college football from both the Spartans and the Wolverines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lisa Boothe is joined by Will Hild, executive director of Consumers’ Research, for a deep dive into the growing backlash against data centers and the massive infrastructure buildout powering America’s digital economy and artificial intelligence boom. Hild argues that Big Tech helped create its own political problem by failing to explain how essential data centers are to everyday life—and by ignoring legitimate concerns from the communities where these facilities are being built. He breaks down questions surrounding electricity prices, water consumption, noise, development and the impact on local communities, while explaining why he believes many fears surrounding modern data centers are overstated. Lisa and Will also examine allegations of Chinese influence operations targeting the American debate over AI and energy policy, as well as Hild’s argument that elements of the ESG movement have shifted their focus toward opposing data-center development. They discuss how distrust of Big Tech following years of censorship, deplatforming and corporate political activism has helped fuel resistance to the industry’s latest expansion. Plus, Hild explains the potential upside for communities that welcome data centers, including a larger tax base, infrastructure investment and potentially lower property taxes. He makes the case that America can expand the digital infrastructure needed to compete in the AI era—but that companies must once again recognize that the consumer comes first.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What role does marketing play in shaping a region's economic future? In this episode of Develop This!, Dennis Fraise speaks with Jennifer Wakefield about her unique path into economic development and how her background in communications and marketing has influenced her approach to regional growth and leadership. Jennifer shares how authentic branding, strategic messaging, and stakeholder engagement have become essential tools for attracting investment and strengthening regional identity. She explains why communities that clearly communicate who they are—and what makes them unique—are better positioned to compete in today's economy. A major focus of the conversation is the evolving role of economic development organizations and the importance of aligning long-term strategy with day-to-day execution. Jennifer discusses organizational transformation, leadership, and the challenge of balancing immediate opportunities with future goals. The discussion also explores how emerging trends such as AI, digital transformation, and data center investment are reshaping regional economies and creating new opportunities for growth. Throughout the episode, Jennifer highlights the importance of adaptability, collaboration, and authenticity in both leadership and community branding. Key Takeaways Authentic branding strengthens regional competitiveness Marketing is a core function of modern economic development Strong stakeholder engagement supports long-term success Leaders must balance strategic priorities with daily execution AI and data centers are influencing regional growth strategies Adaptability and communication are essential leadership skills Clear regional identity helps communities stand out in a crowded market Key Topics Covered Jennifer Wakefield's journey into economic development Communications and marketing as economic development tools Regional branding and stakeholder engagement Organizational transformation and leadership AI, data centers, and digital growth trends Balancing short-term opportunities with long-term strategy Sound Bites "Land in economic development like a Monopoly game." "Two days are always different in economic development." "Authenticity is critically important in branding."

Knowledge of good health practices often does not change health behaviors. This session will share proven ways to motivate people to change their health behaviors using non-financial incentives as demonstrated in a community health program that has changed the health of 1.2 million people. These techniques are applicable in both the USA and abroad.

In this talk, I will provide an overview of our NSF-sponsored award, TianoShield, focused on enhancing the security posture and the software maintenance process of the open-source core of the UEFI Firmware, called EDK II, and maintained by the TianoCore community. The talk will highlight our ongoing collaborations with our industrial partners, including Intel Corporation, Arm, AMI, Insyde Software, GitHub, Phoenix Technologies, Binarly, etc. First, we will discuss our methods and techniques for rapid triaging of existing bug reports that have remained open for a long time due to a lack of resources in the community. Second, we will introduce our security analysis tools and their enhancements for static and dynamic analysis of the UEFI firmware, thus discovering many new vulnerabilities. Finally, we will present our suggestions and improvements for software maintenance, specifically bug handling, and DevOps/DevSecOps practices in TianoCore. A key pillar of TianoShield is leveraging the state of the art in Artificial Intelligence (AI), including Large Language Models (LLMs) for software security and software maintenance. As part of the dissemination practices in TianoShield, we have organized/will organize a full-day workshop, called FirmVuln26, at VulnCon26 in Scottsdale, AZ, in April 2026, and another full-day workshop, called FTA 2026, at ISSTA 2026 in Oakland, CA, in October 2026. The TianoShield project started in October 2025 and is expected to run until September 2027. About the speaker: Dr. Armin Moin is a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor and Director of the Purdue Quantum-Classical AI and Software Engineering (QCASE) Lab at the School of Applied and Creative Computing (ACC) in the Polytechnic Institute at Purdue University in West Lafayette and Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He previously (2023-2026) held a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in the Computer Science (CS) department of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS). Before starting his faculty position, he worked as a Postdoctoral Scholar-Employee in the CS Department of the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) in the U.S. and as a Postdoctoral Scholar in the CS Department of the University of Antwerp and FlandersMake in Belgium. Dr. Moin obtained his Ph.D. in CS from the Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany, one of the world's top universities, in 2022. He also has a Master's in CS and an Executive MBA in Innovation and Business Creation. His research focuses on the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Software Engineering (SE), particularly AI4SE and SE4AI, with an emphasis on hybrid quantum-classical computing and software security. Grants from various sources, including the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), have funded his lab. Besides conducting research and teaching at Purdue University, Dr. Moin reviews top academic conferences and journals. He is passionate about encouraging and empowering students to start their ventures based on what they learn at the university. Please refer to his academic homepage at https://web.ics.purdue.edu/~moin/index.html or his professional profile at https://polytechnic.purdue.edu/profile/moin for more information. 

Cornerstone Chemical wants to build a $450 million fertilizer plant in Jefferson Parish and add 60 new permanent jobs. We get the details on that and the other good news around the parish with Jerry Bologna, Executive Director of JEDCO (Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission).

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Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, August 27. She discussed some recent economic development awards won by the town. She also talked about the first week of school playing out in our community, previewed some upcoming events, and more. The post Chapel Hill: Economic Development Awards, G20 Meeting, Back to School appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

Good afternoon, I'm _ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 57-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 45,890 on turnover of 8.4-billion N-T. However, the main board surged nearly 400 points within ten minutes of the opening bell to bounce back over the 46,000 mark, as investors were boosted by Nvidia's latest quarterly results - which beat expectations. AI-related and heavyweight electronics stocks are in focus this morning. Lawmakers to vote on drone procurement bills today Lawmakers are voting today on competing (競爭的) drone procurement (採購) bills. The vote had originally been scheduled for tomorrow. However, Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu proposed bringing it forward during cross-party caucus talks. The legislative caucuses agreed to move up the vote to allow lawmakers to return to their districts to inspect damage caused by the recent heavy rains and flooding in southern Taiwan. However, the D-P-P, K-M-T and Taiwan People's Party caucuses failed to agree on key aspects of the bills, including which ministry will oversee the drone procurement program, the budget for drone procurement and whether annual spending caps will be imposed. ASF found in** pig carcass in Kinmen and pork shipments suspended** The Kinmen County Government has suspended shipments of pork and processed pork products to Taiwan proper and other outlying islands after a African swine fever was detected in the carcass of a pig that had washed ashore. The suspension (暫停) of shipments of processed pork products runs until next Monday. Live pigs from Kinmen are already banned from being shipped to Taiwan proper and other outlying islands under existing regulations. According to Kinmen County Department of Economic Development, the pig carcass was found on the shoreline at Wu-sha-jiao in Jin-ning Township on Saturday by Coast Guard personnel. County animal health officials disinfected the site as well as the surrounding area. USArmy to spend $2B to build nuclear microreactors at 5 bases as US seeks to ramp up nuclear power The US Army is set to spend $2-billion dollars to build nuclear microreactors (微型核反應爐) at 5 bases as the country seeks to ramp up nuclear power. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports Canada PM to Address EU Parliament Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will address the European Parliament next month in a high-profile visit that underscores Canada's push to deepen ties with Europe. The announcement Wednesday comes after a sharp break with the United States under President Donald Trump as the trade war escalates. The prime minister will also attend the European Union's annual State of the Union address. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is scheduled to deliver her annual address Sept. 16. Carney is expected to speak the following day. The visit comes days after U.S.-Canada trade talks collapsed and Trump imposed new 50% tariffs on about $20 billion worth of Canadian goods, prompting (推動，使) Ottawa to announce retaliatory tariffs. Carney has set a goal of doubling Canada's non-U.S. exports over the next decade as he seeks to reduce the country's economic dependence on the United States. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _. －－－－以下為 SoundOn 動態廣告－－－－ 準備賣房嗎？ 即日起至12月31日， 把房屋專任委託給台南住商不動產，即可參加「好友五吉」抽獎活動，賣房抽五機~有機會抽中最新 iPhone 18！ 錦上添花, 好運大獎拿不完! 詳情請洽台南住商任一加盟店。 https://sofm.pse.is/9kbkd3 -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

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Between state ferries, Pike Place Market, and the Space Needle, there are a lot of reasons Hollywood directors love to cast Seattle. But today, most feature films set in the city aren't actually shot here. That's pushed Seattle to find other ways of capitalizing on its unique on-screen charms. Instead of feature films, the city is betting big on commercials. On today's episode: How did Seattle’s feature film industry end up on the cutting room floor? And what would it take to bring back its golden era? GUEST: Chris Swenson, Film Program Manager, Seattle Office of Economic Development. Do you have a story idea for us? Give us a call at (206) 221-7158 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at booming@kuow.org. Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/boomingnotes.Booming is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Carol Smith. Our producers are Lucy Soucek and Alec Cowan. Our hosts are Joshua McNichols and Monica Nickelsburg.Support the show: https://kuow.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when an unconventional career path leads to economic development? In this episode of Develop This!, Dennis Fraise speaks with Brian Fleming about his journey from code enforcement and cybersecurity into the world of economic development—and the unique perspective that transition has given him. Brian shares how collaboration, continuous learning, and a willingness to embrace new challenges helped shape his career. Along the way, he offers practical insights on building confidence, overcoming imposter syndrome, and developing strong professional networks. A major focus of the conversation is neurodiversity in the workplace. Brian discusses how understanding individual strengths, creating effective workarounds, and fostering inclusive environments can help organizations unlock talent and improve performance. The discussion also explores the growing role of AI and technology in economic development. From improving communication to streamlining workflows, Brian highlights how professionals can use emerging tools while continuing to rely on critical thinking and human judgment. A key takeaway? Success in economic development is built on curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Key Takeaways Diverse career experiences can create valuable perspectives in economic development Collaboration and mentorship are essential for professional growth Neurodiversity brings unique strengths and opportunities to the workplace AI can improve efficiency and communication when used strategically Continuous learning helps professionals adapt to change Building confidence often comes from taking on new challenges Key Topics Covered Brian's journey into economic development Collaboration and professional networking Neurodiversity in the workplace AI and emerging technology trends Lifelong learning and personal growth Building confidence and overcoming challenges Sound Bites "I once planned to be a professional mime." "Fear is self-imposed; I chose this career." "Use AI to check for grammatical errors."

CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King is joined on Weekend Breakfast by Alderman James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth at the City of Cape Town. Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala King is the weekend breakfast show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour morning programme is the perfect (and perky!) way to kickstart your weekend. Author and journalist Sara-Jayne Makwala-King spends 3 hours interviewing a variety of guests about all things cultural and entertaining. The team keeps an eye on weekend news stories, but the focus remains on relaxation and restoration. Favourites include the weekly wellness check-in on Saturdays at 7:35am and heartfelt chats during the Sunday 9am profile interview. Listen live on Primedia+ Saturdays and Sundays between 07:00 and 10:00am (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala-King broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/AgPbZi9 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/j1EhEkZ Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we explore the journey of Super Dave Quinn, founder of Day One Experts, as he shares insights on economic development, building trust, and scaling a business in the Texas market. Discover practical strategies for networking, marketing, and leadership that can help entrepreneurs grow and succeed.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

What does it take to manage rapid growth while preserving the character of a community? In this episode of Develop This!, Dennis Fraise speaks with Bill Cronin about his unique career journey from international shipping to economic development and the strategies driving growth in Pasco County, Florida. Bill reflects on how economic development has evolved over the years, shifting from traditional business attraction efforts to a more comprehensive focus on workforce development, community engagement, quality of life, and long-term sustainability. A major focus of the conversation is Pasco County's rapid growth and how local leaders are working to balance new opportunities with the needs of long-time residents. Bill emphasizes the importance of smart growth, regional collaboration, and thoughtful planning to ensure communities remain attractive places to live and work. The discussion also explores the county's efforts to diversify its economy through industries such as food processing, life sciences, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing, while preparing for emerging opportunities tied to AI and data centers. Throughout the episode, Bill shares leadership lessons learned from decades of experience, highlighting the importance of civic engagement, community service, and maintaining a clear vision for the future. A key takeaway? Successful economic development requires balancing growth with community values while preparing for the industries and technologies that will shape tomorrow's economy. Key Takeaways Economic development has evolved beyond traditional business attraction Smart growth requires balancing new development with community needs Industry diversification strengthens long-term economic resilience Regional collaboration creates greater opportunities for growth AI and data centers are reshaping future development strategies Community engagement remains essential for sustainable success Strong leadership is rooted in service, vision, and adaptability Key Topics Covered Bill Cronin's career journey into economic development The evolution of economic development strategies Pasco County's rapid growth and regional collaboration Industry diversification and targeted sectors AI, data centers, and emerging opportunities Community engagement and leadership development Future skills for economic development professionals Sound Bites "Very few of us actually did this on purpose." "Balance legacy residents with smart growth." "AI can do in seconds what used to take years."

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Today on the show we talk economic development in rural Newfoundland and Labrador. What makes it different that in urban areas, what success looks like and what people mean when they talk about innovation.

Aug. 18, 2026- Assemblymember Pat Burke, a Buffalo-area Democrat, makes the case for giving municipalities a check on state economic development officials looking to give away local tax breaks. We also consider shifting the incentives for local economic development agencies.

Al Gentry is an Entrepreneur, and a Catholic. He graduated from Bishop David HS and UofL, with a BS in Engineering. He also Attended UK Grad School. Al Gentry is a member of the North American One Armed Golfer Assn, founder & Bd member. He belongs to the Pleasure Valley Lions Club, and the US Adaptive Golf Alliance. . Alan Gentry is a Democrat and a member of the Kentucky House of Representatives, representing District 46. He assumed office in 2017. His current term ends on January 1, 2027. Al Gentry is running for re-election to the Kentucky House of Representatives to represent District 46. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Al Gentry is a member of the House Appropriations and Revenue Committee, House Committee On Committees, Economic Development & Workforce Investment Committee, the Licensing, Occupations, the Administrative Regulations Committee and the House Rules Committee

In 1985, a 13-year-old boy watched his father sell the family house, move them into a caravan, and start training to cycle around the world — at a time when South Africa was closed off from most of the planet. The trip never happened. But something about that audacity never left him.That boy is Rashid Toefy.By the time he sat down with Angela for this episode of Change Wired, he'd already lived what feels like several lifetimes: gap years in London and Washington, DC (where he watched Nelson Mandela walk free and his own country begin to transform), a career built almost by accident in the youth travel industry, a "six-month" move to Amsterdam with his new wife that turned into three years traveling to a different country every month across 30+ countries, seven years as CEO of the Cape Town International Convention Centre starting at just 37, a bruising stretch as an entrepreneur opening the African division of a Geneva-based global company, a pivot into government where his job today is creating jobs across an entire regional economy — and, at 50 years old, a PhD completed in three years on how leaders make decisions inside a crisis.Rashid and Angela cover all of it — the exhilarating parts and the hard ones.Rashid opens up about growing up under apartheid, having to split from friends onto separate train carriages because of the color of their skin, and meeting Nelson Mandela as a student leader. He talks about 9/11 hitting while he had a hundred South African students on exchange visas stranded in the US. And he's disarmingly honest that he sees a therapist and works through personal challenges "day by day" — because, as he puts it, trauma either shrinks you or grows you, and which one happens is partly a choice you make.What you'll learn in this episode:Why Rashid believes you can't plan a career from day one — you can only make sense of opportunities as they come, and trust your gut once the fundamentals are in placeWhat "sense-making" means, and how it differs from both blind risk-taking and overthinking every decisionThe one question his first-ever coach, Karina Anderson, taught him to ask after any setback — and how it reframes adversity into fuelHow 3 philosophies from 3 different cultures — Japan's Kaizen (continuous improvement), China's guanxi (relationships before business), and South Africa's own Ubuntu ("I am because we are") — combine in his approach to leadershipWhy Rashid believes refusing to settle for mediocrity isn't about ego — it's about what we owe to the world we're passing on... and so much more!Wow, in such a short episode it feels like we've covered a whole era!Connect with Rashid:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashid-toefy-phd-5b09689/ — he's genuinely open to people reaching out about his leadership philosophy, his journey, or his PhD thesis on crisis leadership.About Rashid Toefy:Rashid Toefy is the Deputy Director-General in the Department of Economic Development and Tourism, with the mandate of creating jobs in the Western Cape economy. Rashid has served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) and has worked extensively in the travel and tourism industry, both in South Africa and abroad. He spent three years based in Amsterdam, developing business and marketing strategies for businesses in over 30 countries, working extensively in Central Europe and Latin America. He has a degree in Economics and Environmental Science, as well as an MBA, and has recently completed his PhD, focusing on "How leaders make strategic decisions in crisis conditions." Rashid hates settling for mediocrity and wants to do profound things that impact positively on all those around him.Text Me Your Thoughts and IdeasSupport the showBrought to you by Angela Shurina  Certified Health, Sleep, Performance & Executive Coach 360 with 18 years of experience helping people change to feel, be and do their best.

Debbie Monterrey chats with Bakari Olatunji learns about the new Uhuru Bakery Cafe set to open on Saturday. The cafe is located at the corner of John and West Florissant.

How does a city balance preserving its rich history while attracting new businesses, high-tech manufacturing, and vibrant retail space? It all comes down to strategic Economic Development!

Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) Director James Tokioka discusses the state’s economic landscape, addressing the softening tourism industry, updates on the Hawaiʻi Convention Center repairs, and the latest on the Aloha Stadium redevelopment — including potential delays caused by a Kakaʻako power station. Tokioka also details the state's exploratory efforts in sports tourism, film industry tax credits, and a forthcoming legalized gambling feasibility report. Then Hawaii News Now political analyst Colin Moore joins the show to break down the primary election results, analyzing the ongoing high-stakes recounts in two Republican primary contests, the power of union spending, key progressive defeats, and the general election outlook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is local leadership declining, even in America's fastest-growing cities? Aaron Renn sits down with Mark Barbash, a longtime economic development professional in Columbus, Ohio, to examine the quiet crisis of civic and corporate leadership.  They discuss how generational change, corporate consolidation, shifting philanthropy, and a K-shaped economy are weakening the institutions that once held cities together—while headline growth continues. Using Columbus, Ohio as a case study, they explore what it will take to rebuild commitment to the common good.  Topics include the decline of place-based corporate leaders, the rise of donor-advised funds, workforce and housing constraints, the limits of economic development incentives, and whether there's still a “burning platform” for meaningful change.  CHAPTERS:(00:00 Introduction: The Leadership Crisis in American Cities)(02:05 How Civic and Corporate Leadership Has Changed Over the Decades)(08:15 Generational Shifts and the Decline of Place-Based Leadership)(15:00 Economic Development in a Globalized, Industry-Focused World)(17:00 The K-Shaped Economy, Workforce Shortages & Housing Stress)(24:00 The Transformation of Local Philanthropy and Community Foundations)(31:40 Is There a Burning Platform for Change in Booming Cities?)(37:00 What Should We Do? Rebuilding Consensus and Engagement) ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

Episode 77: Featuring Julie Gondzar, Director of Development, Greater Portland Landmarks On this episode of The Boulos Beat, Greg Boulos sits down with Julie Gondzar, Director of Development at Greater Portland Landmarks, to discuss her passion for historic preservation, and the importance of protecting Portland's architectural legacy while embracing thoughtful growth. Greg and Julie discuss the balance between preserving Portland's historic character and meeting the demands of modern development, the importance of educating the public about preservation, and Greater Portland Landmarks' initiatives to engage the next generation of advocates. Julie concludes by sharing the organization's vision for the future, including a fresh approach to its longstanding "Places in Peril" program.

In this episode of the Econ Dev Show Dane Carlson talks with Mike Swesey, president and CEO of the St. Petersburg Area Economic Development Corporation, about how St. Pete has worked to become known as a business destination as well as a place with beaches, culture, and quality of life. Mike shares lessons from recruiting companies from markets like New York and Europe, explains why responsiveness can determine whether a community even stays on a site selector's list, and makes the case for targeting companies that genuinely fit your workforce and community. He also discusses using existing companies as your best salespeople, taking every project lead seriously, resisting the pressure to chase bad-fit wins, knowing your market deeply, and communicating constantly with your board so they understand the work happening before the announcements arrive. Like this show? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps! 10 Actionable Takeaways for Economic Developers Make responsiveness part of your competitive strategy. Mike argues that companies are making decisions faster and communities may be shortlisted before they even know a project exists. Have your data, website, property information, and team ready so you can respond accurately within hours or days rather than scrambling after the request arrives. Treat every legitimate-looking lead seriously until you know otherwise. Mike tells the story of nearly dismissing what sounded like a questionable data-center inquiry that turned out to be Google. Unknown company names, informal inquiries, or unusual approaches should be investigated rather than automatically discarded. Target companies that fit the workforce you actually have. St. Pete focuses on industries and companies that align with its existing workforce rather than simply pursuing any company willing to listen. Build recruitment targets around the skills, occupations, graduates, and industry experience already present in your market. Use existing companies as third-party validators. Successful companies can become some of your strongest recruiters. Mike describes connecting prospects with executives who have already relocated or expanded in St. Pete and letting those executives talk candidly about their experience without the EDC in the room. Look beyond complete headquarters relocations. A company does not have to abandon its existing headquarters for your community to win. Expansion operations, new growth, regional offices, and future hiring can produce substantial economic impact even when the original location remains open. Know your product well enough to answer hard questions without bluffing. Companies and consultants often already know the answer when they ask about your workforce, education system, demographics, or costs. Know the numbers well enough to respond confidently and accurately instead of trying to “fake it till you make it.” Don't oversell your community just to get an announcement. A recruitment win becomes a problem if the company arrives and discovers that the promised workforce, costs, or operating conditions do not exist. Focus on creating successful long-term customers rather than maximizing short-term announcements. Understand who is actually moving into your community. Population growth alone is not enough. Mike recommends knowing the ages, skills, education levels, graduation pipeline, and workforce characteristics of the people entering your market so you understand whether your growth supports your business recruitment strategy. Communicate activity to your board before they have to ask about results. Economic development is a long game, and announcements do not happen on a predictable schedule. Keep board members informed about marketing campaigns, prospect activity, outreach, and other leading indicators so they understand the work underway even during quiet periods. Build trust through authenticity and consistency. Mike emphasizes being real, professional, transparent, and trustworthy. Economic developers are asking executives and site-selection professionals to make decisions with long-term consequences, so credibility matters as much as salesmanship.

Various rankings compare how states are doing in economic development and quality of life. Dr. Robert Dauffenbach analyzes the ratings and where Oklahoma stands.

The Colorado Sun's rural reporter Tracy Ross is talking to Ame Warner, Executive Director of Saguache County Sustainable Environment & Economic Development in the San Luis Valley about the joys and perils of living in a remote area where resources can be scarce but the community more than makes up for it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailExplaining the New Housing Act with Mike Wallace and Jason JordanIn this episode, Lauren Lowery, Director, Housing and Community Development, National League of Cities, is in conversation with Mike Wallace, Legislative Director, Housing, Community and Economic Development, National League of Cities, and Jason Jordan, Public Affairs Director, American Planning Association, on the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. The first comprehensive housing package to pass Congress in decades passed with overwhelming bipartisan support in both the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act aims to boost housing supply by improving existing programs, unlocking private capital, and reducing federal regulatory barriers.For more information, visit us at nlc.org.

A western Ohio glass plant that was slated to close by the end of this year will not only remain open, but also expand its production and add jobs, company and economic development officials said last week.Vitro, a producer of glass for automotive, architectural and consumer goods companies, announced in the fall of 2024 that it would close its facility in Crestline, Ohio, which makes glass for automotive OEMs. State officials said that the decision came amid “sharp headwinds” in the industry and was part of a broader plan to reshuffle Vitro's manufacturing footprint, but over the following months, improving macroeconomic conditions and “new business opportunities” prompted Vitro to weigh other options to meet demand — including, potentially, modernizing, rather than shuttering, the Crestline plant.State economic development agency JobsOhio, also with other state officials and local economic development groups, said that it lobbied company executives to invest in Crestline instead of its other U.S. facilities, and officials announced last Monday that Vitro would move forward with a project to improve efficiency and bolster production capacity at the Ohio location. The move would retain its current workforce of 265, as well as add another 53 new jobs.Carlos Bernal, the president of Vitro Automotive Glass, called the announcement “an important step” in strengthening the company's competitiveness, and that it remains “committed to continuously evaluating opportunities to improve our manufacturing network.”The Ohio Tax Credit Authority approved an eight-year tax incentive package to support the project, which includes a 1.302% tax credit over that span.

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8/3/26: Co-Host Megan Zinn. Meg Ryan, Public Health Nurse with FRCOG, on you v. mosquitos and tics; what you don't know can hurt you. Whatcha readin'? Sister talk with Megan Zinn and Joanna Ryan. Sen Jo Comerford on the Freedom to Read bill, the Protect Act, long-term care legislation, data privacy, workplace violence, energy affordability, economic development, funding for higher ed, and more. SportsMan Scott Coen on the Red Sox rebound and what they'll do today-- the trade deadline. Joanna Rubiner, Voiceover Artist: the real and the reel.

The U.S. Forest Service says wildfires have burned nearly 73,000 acres in the U.S. and Canada. The agency says about 1,000 personnel are working on the fires, which are about 60 percent contained. Officials say crews are monitoring the Chub Fire southwest of Crane Lake and the Camp Fire northeast of Ely. They're also watching for new fires that may have started from recent lightning strikes.Minnesota economic development officials say the tax that funds the state's paid family and medical leave program will stay flat for 2027. The Department of Employment and Economic Development says the existing 0.88 percent payroll tax should be enough to cover claims next year. The tax is split between workers and employers. The department says 75,000 people have used the program so far this year, with benefits costing about $600 million.The Minnesota Department of Health says a large multistate outbreak of gastrointestinal illness caused by the cyclospora parasite has not been linked to Minnesota. Health officials say Minnesota has reported 98 cases of cyclosporiasis since early May, which is in line with what the state typically sees during the summer. The department says it is not observing any concerning trends. There is currently no indication that contaminated items tied to the outbreak were distributed in Minnesota.A St. Paul iron foundry is shutting down after years of pressure from community members and regulators. Northern Iron, in the Payne-Phalen neighborhood, has faced fines from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency over excessive air pollution. Regulators took the foundry to court to try to revoke its permit. Northern Iron says uncertainty over whether it would be allowed to keep operating forced it to close, and foundry leaders say they plan to fully close the facility by the end of the year.

Hello and welcome to That's So Auburn! I'm Nancy Backus, Mayor of the City of Auburn. One of the things I love most about local government is just how many different ways there are to serve a community. You can help support local businesses, connect residents with important services, design parks, maintain streets, plan for Auburn's future and that barely scratches the surface. This summer, like the ones before it, more than a dozen interns have been discovering that firsthand through Next Step Auburn. Our interns are working in departments across the City, learning from our employees and contributing to real projects that matter to our community. They've brought energy and some great new perspectives to City Hall and beyond, and we are very happy to have them here. I recently had the chance to spend some time with the group and answer their questions about my own path into public service, what it's like to serve as mayor and some of the experiences this work has given me over the years. But today, I get to turn the questions around and hear more about their experiences, with two interns – and their manager – in particular. Joining me are Jillian Orm, who is working with our Economic Development team, and Narina Pogosian, who is working with Human Services. We are also joined by Human Resources Manager Melissa Medisch, who has helped guide Next Step Auburn and support our interns and departments throughout the summer. The program will continue through late August, so this is a perfect time to talk about what Jillian and Narina have worked on, what they've learned and what they hope to accomplish before the summer wraps up!

More and more state officials and politicians have signed NDAs amid economic development talks…but some are backing out now. Is it a good practice to land business, or does it just make government less accountable and transparent? Steven Procopio, President of the Public Affairs Research Council (PAR), joins us.

Sean Reel, Executive Director of Ignite Bermuda, joins host KJ to break down why traditional startup accelerators have a fundamentally broken model and what it actually takes to help businesses survive. Over seven years, Sean has built an ecosystem that flips the standard 80% failure rate into an 80% success rate by focusing on mindset over money and skills. He shares how startup principles including MVPs, enablement coaching, and AI-powered language models are now directly relevant to mid and large-size companies forced to innovate faster than ever. The conversation spans AI panel testing, social entrepreneurship, and what it means to build great people, not just great businesses. Key Takeaways: 7:50 — What is actually killing startups that have money and skills? 8:39 — How does the enablement model differ from traditional coaching? 13:05 – When does AI-powered product testing become a viable alternative to expensive focus groups? 27:18 — Who is the real output of a high-performing accelerator? Quote of the Show (31:01):"The three things we're missing or short of is time, money, and health. Don't trade them in the wrong order." – Sean Reel Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome. Want PR that actually matters? Get 30 minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval Ways to connect with Sean Reel:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanreelukCompany Website: http://www.ignitebermuda.com How to get more Disruption/Interruption: Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlD YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=disruption+%2F+interuuptionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Layoffs have become a recurring headline this year, with companies in technology, finance, manufacturing and other industries announcing job cuts.But at the same time, unemployment remains relatively low, applications for unemployment benefits are near historic lows and Minnesota recently added jobs, according to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development. So what's really happening in the job market? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about what's driving recent layoffs, where job opportunities might be, and what it all says about the economy.Guests:Chris Farrell is a senior economics contributor for MPR News and Marketplace. Angelina Nguyen is the director of the Labor Market Information Office at the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.Kyle O'Keefe is a district president at Robert Half, a recruiting and business consulting firm. Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.    

New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin, a Manhattan Democrat, joined the show to discuss economic development, the city's handling of a Legionnaires' disease outbreak, a pay boost for school aides, a potential ban on horse carriages in the city, and more. (Ep 606)

About 100 different industry, government and academic organizations are part of the consortium that will spend 160 million over the next 10 years to increase research on and production of semiconductors. These components are vital to virtually every electronic device you are likely to use, from mobile phones to home appliances. Industry and government leaders say it’s vital that the U.S. keep up with demand and support its semiconductor research, development and production.    That’s the intention behind the Frontiers of Advanced Semiconductor Technology, or FAST, grant. Oregon State University  is coordinating the consortium’s efforts. Rob Stone is a Professor of Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering at OSU, and the interim CEO and principal investigator of FAST. He joins us to share more about how the money will be used and its effect on Oregon’s economy.     

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Temperatures are going to be climbing across Minnesota through the weekend -- as another heat wave takes aim at the region.The Superior National Forest has closed access to a large section of the Boundary Waters because of several active wildfires and dangerously hot and dry conditions.The Department of Employment and Economic Development awarded 11 programs across the state grants to make child care more affordable.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

On this week's episode of Economic Update, Professor devotes the entire program to the why and how of China's passage from abject poverty and colonial humiliation to become, in unprecedented, record historical time, a superpower economy challenging the US today.

Eight decades after independence, India still isn't free. Rahul Ahluwalia joins Amit Varma in episode 447 of The Seen and the Unseen to explain why economic growth has such a positive humanitarian impact -- and freedom lies at its heart. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Rahul Ahluwalia on Twitter, LinkedIn and FED. 2. Foundation for Economic Development. 3. Growth is Good -- Rahul Ahluwalia's podcast at FED. 4. Deepak VS and the Man Behind His Face — Episode 373 of The Seen and the Unseen. 5. Swaminathan Aiyar's columns at ToI and his own website. 6. Gurcharan Das's columns at ToI and his own website. 7. India Unbound — Gurcharan Das. 8. The Life and Times of Gurcharan Das — Episode 425 of The Seen and the Unseen. 9. The Importance of the 1991 Reforms — Episode 237 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Shruti Rajagopalan and Ajay Shah). 10. The Life and Times of Montek Singh Ahluwalia — Episode 285 of The Seen and the Unseen. 11. The Forgotten Greatness of PV Narasimha Rao — Episode 283 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Vinay Sitapati). 12. Naushad Forbes Wants to Fix India — Episode 282 of The Seen and the Unseen. 13. The Life and Times of KP Krishnan — Episode 355 of The Seen and the Unseen. 14. Lant Pritchett Is on Team Prosperity — Episode 379 of The Seen and the Unseen. 15. The Life and Times of the Indian Economy -- Episode 387 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Rajeswari Sengupta). 16. Why Freedom Matters — Episode 10 of Everything is Everything. 17. The Reformers — Episode 28 of Everything is Everything. 18. India's Massive Pensions Crisis — Episode 347 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Ajay Shah & Renuka Sane). 19. The Tragedy of Our Farm Bills — Episode 211 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Ajay Shah). 20. The 1991 Project. 21. Stay Away From Luxury Beliefs -- Episode 46 of Everything is Everything. 22. Gig Work is AWESOME! -- Episode 124 of Everything is Everything. 23. Reading Lolita in Tehran -- Azar Nafisi. 24. India's Problem is Poverty, Not Inequality -- Amit Varma. 25. A Venture Capitalist Looks at the World — Episode 213 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Sajith Pai). 26. Public Choice Theory Explains SO MUCH -- Episode 33 of Everything is Everything. 27. Population Is Not a Problem, but Our Greatest Strength -- Amit Varma. 28. The short history of global living conditions and why it matters that we know it -- Max Roser. 29. The Florentines -- Paul Strathern. 30. National output without government? State capacity and welfare measurement -- Vincent Geloso and Chandler Reilly. 31. Atlas Shrugged -- Ayn Rand. 32. The Wealth of Nations -- Adam Smith. 33. Understanding the State -- Episode 25 of Everything is Everything. 34. Every Act of Government Is an Act of Violence -- Amit Varma. 35. Economic growth is enough and only economic growth is enough — Lant Pritchett with Addison Lewis. 36. Where Has All the Education Gone? — Lant Pritchett. 37. Looking like a state: The seduction of isomorphic mimicry -- Matt Andrews, Lant Pritchett and Michael Woolcock. 38. Sixteen Stormy Days — Tripurdaman Singh. 39. The First Assault on Our Constitution — Episode 194 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Tripurdaman Singh). 40. Nehru: The Debates that Defined India — Tripurdaman Singh and Adeel Hussain. 41. Nehru's Debates — Episode 262 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Tripurdaman Singh and Adeel Hussain). 42. The Right to Property — Episode 26 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Shruti Rajagopalan). 43. Caged Tiger: How Too Much Government Is Holding Indians Back — Subhashish Bhadra. 44. Subhashish Bhadra on Our Dysfunctional State — Episode 333 of The Seen and the Unseen. 45. Colours of the Cage: A Prison Memoir — Arun Ferreira. 46. Shikha Dalmia Is the Unpopulist -- Episode 403 of The Seen and the Unseen. 47. DeMon, Morality and the Predatory Indian State — Episode 85 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Shruti Rajagopalan). 48. Narendra Modi Takes a Great Leap Backwards — Amit Varma. 49. Horseshoe Theory and the Median Voter Theorem. 50. Government's End: Why Washington Stopped Working — Jonathan Rauch. 51. Denial: My 25 Years Without a Soul -- Jonathan Rauch. 52. The Logic of Collective Action -- Mancur Olson. 53. Anarchy, State and Utopia — Robert Nozick. 54. A Theory of Justice — John Rawls. 55. India After Gandhi — Ramachandra Guha. 56. Arguments for Liberty -- Edited by Aaron Ross Powell and Grant Babcock. 57. Johan Norberg on Amazon and YouTube. 58. State Building -- Francis Fukuyama. 59. India Needs Decentralization -- Episode 47 of Everything is Everything. 60. Fixing Indian Education — Episode 185 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Karthik Muralidharan). 61. Education in India — Episode 77 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Amit Chandra). 62. The Profit Motive in Education — Episode 9 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Parth Shah). 63. Our Unlucky Children (2008) -- Amit Varma. 64. Fund Schooling, Not Schools (2007) -- Amit Varma. 65. Profit = Philanthropy -- Amit Varma. 66. Praise for intelligence can undermine children's motivation and performance — Claudia Mueller and Carol Dweck. 67. Controlling Your Dopamine For Motivation, Focus & Satisfaction -- Huberman Lab. 68. Master Your Sleep & Be More Alert When Awake -- Huberman Lab. 69. Why We Sleep — Matthew Walker. 70. Matthew Walker on the Huberman Lab podcast. 71. The Frido 3D eye mask Amit uses. 72. John Collison's tweet on the world being a museum of passion projects. 73. The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Dean Martin, Metallica, Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden on Spotify. 74. Love Me Tender and Can't Help Falling in Love -- Elvis Presley. 75. Aaj -- Bloodywood. 76. Bekhauf -- Bloodywood (featuring BABYMETAL) 77. Coke Studio Bharat Season 2 and Season 3. 78. Dr Dre, Snoop Dogg and Eminem on Spotify. 79. The Next Episode -- Dr Dre featuring Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, Nate Dogg. 80. Ravi Shankar at Monterey Pop. 81. Ain't No Man Alive Can Handle Me -- Dumpster Grooves. 82. Alistair MacLean and PG Wodehouse on Amazon. 83. The Ultimate Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy -- Douglas Adams. 84. Animal Farm -- George Orwell. 85. Building State Capability: Evidence, Analysis, Action -- Matt Andrews, Lant Pritchett and Michael Woolcock. 86. The Rebirth of Education: Schooling Ain't Learning -- Lant Pritchett. 87. Lant Pritchett On Growth, Development & Income Inequality -- FED Dialogues. 88. In Service of the Republic — Vijay Kelkar & Ajay Shah. 89. Random Critical Analysis. 90. Chupke Chupke -- Hrishikesh Mukherjee. Amit Varma runs a course called Life Lessons, which aims to be a launchpad towards learning essential life skills all of you need. For more details, and to sign up, click here. And have you read Amit's newsletter? It's madly active right now! Subscribe right away to The India Uncut Newsletter! It's free! Also check out Amit's online course, The Art of Clear Writing. Episode art: 'Marketplace of Ideas' by Simahina.