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This interview is with Jordan Hostetter of Open Soul Wines. In this interview, Jordan speaks about discovering a love of hospitality at a young age and spending a career trying to curate good experiences for guests and customers.After moving to the east coast pursuing a music career, Jordan found himself working on the White House advance team, supporting events for a variety of politicians beginning with First Lady Laura Bush. He describes the adrenaline rush and excitement of working on events like these and shares stories from this part of his life.Seeking a change in career, he talks about enrolling at Walla Walla Community College and studying enology, followed by working at a variety of wineries in the Walla Walla area. Finally, he talks about the idea of starting Open Soul - the ethos, logistics, and planning of a new wine brand, as well as how it has gone so far.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Boundary Social Club in Portland on April 23, 2025.
Jenna and Barbara sit down with their mom, former First Lady Laura Bush, for a conversation about parenting, childhood memories, and their new children's book I Loved You First. Also, Elizabeth Olsen joins to discuss the new thriller she's starring in, ‘The Assessment,' about a futuristic society where couples need to get permission to have a baby. Plus, beauty entrepreneur and author Trinny Woodall shares a few must-know spring beauty trends. And, Jenna and Barabara put their twin telepathy to the test in a fun game called “Get A Clue.”
Jenna Bush Hager sits down with her twin sister, Barbara, and their mother, former first lady Laura Bush, for a conversation about parenting, childhood memories, and Jenna and Barbara's new children's book I Loved You First. Also, NBC's Joe Fryer catches up with the author of the book Wicked as he prepares to release a new book, Elphie, about the childhood years of Elphaba before she sets off to college and beyond. Plus, lifestyle expert Makho Ndlovu shares some of the biggest sales and best deals from Amazon's Big Spring Sale kickoff.
In celebration of Women's History Month, we have a special message from our very own Dr. P! Dr. Pernessa C. Seele, Founder and CEO of The Balm In Gilead, Inc., a not-for-profit organization, is a phenomenal trailblazer. Dr. Seele is celebrating over 37 years of providing vision and leadership in areas of technical support to strengthen the capacity of faith institutions in the United States and Africa to eradicate health disparities by promoting health education and services within their local communities.Born in the heart of the south, this Lincolnville native always share a special love for South Carolina. Dr. Seele received her Bachelor of Science degree and Master of Science from Clark Atlanta University in 1976 & 1979, respectively, later receiving her Doctor of Humane Letters from the College of New Rochelle, NY, in 2007.As a pioneer and community activist, Dr. Seele is known for her work in forging public health & faith-based partnerships for engaging individuals in health promotion and disease prevention interventions. Time Magazine 100, who named Dr.Seele One of the Most Influential Persons in the World in 2006; Essence Magazine, in its 35 Anniversary issue, named Dr. P one of the 35 Most Beautiful and Remarkable Women In The World. Clark Atlanta University honored Dr. Seele with the 2008 Pathway of Excellence Award, citing her as one of its most outstanding graduates of all time. In May 2010, Dr. Seele was selected as 21 Leaders of the 21st Century of Women E-News in New York City.Dr. Seele is well-known for her extraordinary vision and ability to create national and global partnerships among leaders of various cultures and religious doctrines in the areas of health. As a pioneer and community activist, Dr. Seele is known for her work in forging public health & faith-based partnerships for engaging individuals in health promotion and disease prevention interventions.Dr. Seele is the recipient of numerous citations and honors, including being featured on the cover of Time Magazine 100, who named Dr.Seele One of the Most Influential Persons in the World in 2006; Essence Magazine, in its 35 Anniversary issue, named Dr. P one of the 35 Most Beautiful and Remarkable Women In The World. Clark Atlanta University honored Dr. Seele with the 2008 Pathway of Excellence Award, citing her as one of its most outstanding graduates of all time. In May 2010, Dr. Seele was selected as 21 Leaders of the 21st Century of Women E-News in New York City.She has worked with three US presidential administrations on issues of health in the United States and abroad. Dr. Seele was an invited guest of former President and First Lady Laura Bush for the State of the Union Address representing a symbol of President Bush's commitment to fighting HIV/AIDS in the world. In 2010, Dr. Seele was invited to participate in the Fortune TIME CNN Global Forum in Cape Town, South Africa, along with President William “Bill” Clinton and a host of international leaders and Fortune 100 chief executive officers to focus on challenges and solutions in the developing world.October 2017, His Eminence, Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York, bestowed the Pierre Toussaint Medallion upon Dr. Seele.Publishing her first book Stand Up to Stigma! How to Reject Fear & Shame in 2017. Dr. Seele is an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
In this special episode of Consider the Constitution, Dr. Katie Crawford-Lackey explores the evolving role of America's First Ladies with Anita McBride, former Assistant to President George W. Bush and Chief of Staff to First Lady Laura Bush, and co-author of "Remember the First Ladies: The Legacies of America's History-Making Women." Though the Constitution never defines this role, First Ladies, from Martha Washington to today, have wielded significant influence in shaping policy, diplomacy, and national identity. McBride shares fascinating insights about how these women served as essential partners to presidents while carving out their own legacies - from Dolley Madison saving White House treasures during war to Lady Bird Johnson advocating for civil rights in the hostile South. Drawing from her extensive research for her book, McBride reveals how these remarkable women used their "automatic powerful platform" to advance the nation, even when they themselves lacked constitutional rights.
Foundations for FaithSeries: Foundations for Faith - Pentateuch Speaker: Laura BushChristian EducationDate: 9th March 2025
Foundation for Faith - PentateuchSeries: Foundations for Faith - Pentateuch Speaker: Laura BushChristian EducationDate: 2nd March 2025
Doro and Tricia welcome Anita McBride, Director of the First Ladies Initiative at American University, to discuss her book 'Remember the First Ladies,' which underscores the importance of recognizing the contributions of First Ladies throughout history. Anita, who has served as chief of staff to First Lady Laura Bush, shares her personal experiences in the White House, and how that, combined with ample research, helped her write her book. Their conversation explores the significant and varied legacies of these remarkable women, as well as the challenges faced by modern First Ladies during presidential terms and post-presidency. Through these intriguing stories, Anita McBride offers listeners an intimate view of this aspect of women's history.
Foundations for Faith - PentateuchSeries: Foundations for Faith - Pentateuch Speaker: Laura BushChristian EducationDate: 23rd February 2025
Check out a very special message from our very own Dr. P! Dr. Pernessa C. Seele, Founder and CEO of The Balm In Gilead, Inc., a not-for-profit organization, is a phenomenal trailblazer. Dr. Seele is celebrating over 37 years of providing vision and leadership in areas of technical support to strengthen the capacity of faith institutions in the United States and Africa to eradicate health disparities by promoting health education and services within their local communities.Born in the heart of the south, this Lincolnville native always share a special love for South Carolina. Dr. Seele received her Bachelor of Science degree and Master of Science from Clark Atlanta University in 1976 & 1979, respectively, later receiving her Doctor of Humane Letters from the College of New Rochelle, NY, in 2007.As a pioneer and community activist, Dr. Seele is known for her work in forging public health & faith-based partnerships for engaging individuals in health promotion and disease prevention interventions. Time Magazine 100, who named Dr.Seele One of the Most Influential Persons in the World in 2006; Essence Magazine, in its 35 Anniversary issue, named Dr. P one of the 35 Most Beautiful and Remarkable Women In The World. Clark Atlanta University honored Dr. Seele with the 2008 Pathway of Excellence Award, citing her as one of its most outstanding graduates of all time. In May 2010, Dr. Seele was selected as 21 Leaders of the 21st Century of Women E-News in New York City.Dr. Seele is well-known for her extraordinary vision and ability to create national and global partnerships among leaders of various cultures and religious doctrines in the areas of health. As a pioneer and community activist, Dr. Seele is known for her work in forging public health & faith-based partnerships for engaging individuals in health promotion and disease prevention interventions.Dr. Seele is the recipient of numerous citations and honors, including being featured on the cover of Time Magazine 100, who named Dr.Seele One of the Most Influential Persons in the World in 2006; Essence Magazine, in its 35 Anniversary issue, named Dr. P one of the 35 Most Beautiful and Remarkable Women In The World. Clark Atlanta University honored Dr. Seele with the 2008 Pathway of Excellence Award, citing her as one of its most outstanding graduates of all time. In May 2010, Dr. Seele was selected as 21 Leaders of the 21st Century of Women E-News in New York City.She has worked with three US presidential administrations on issues of health in the United States and abroad. Dr. Seele was an invited guest of former President and First Lady Laura Bush for the State of the Union Address representing a symbol of President Bush's commitment to fighting HIV/AIDS in the world. In 2010, Dr. Seele was invited to participate in the Fortune TIME CNN Global Forum in Cape Town, South Africa, along with President William “Bill” Clinton and a host of international leaders and Fortune 100 chief executive officers to focus on challenges and solutions in the developing world.October 2017, His Eminence, Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York, bestowed the Pierre Toussaint Medallion upon Dr. Seele.Publishing her first book Stand Up to Stigma! How to Reject Fear & Shame in 2017. Dr. Seele is an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Dr. Pernessa C. Seele, Founder and CEO of The Balm In Gilead, Inc., a not-for-profit organization, is a phenomenal trailblazer. Dr. Seele is celebrating over 37 years of providing vision and leadership in areas of technical support to strengthen the capacity of faith institutions in the United States and Africa to eradicate health disparities by promoting health education and services within their local communities.Born in the heart of the south, this Lincolnville native always share a special love for South Carolina. Dr. Seele received her Bachelor of Science degree and Master of Science from Clark Atlanta University in 1976 & 1979, respectively, later receiving her Doctor of Humane Letters from the College of New Rochelle, NY, in 2007.As a pioneer and community activist, Dr. Seele is known for her work in forging public health & faith-based partnerships for engaging individuals in health promotion and disease prevention interventions. Time Magazine 100, who named Dr.Seele One of the Most Influential Persons in the World in 2006; Essence Magazine, in its 35 Anniversary issue, named Dr. P one of the 35 Most Beautiful and Remarkable Women In The World. Clark Atlanta University honored Dr. Seele with the 2008 Pathway of Excellence Award, citing her as one of its most outstanding graduates of all time. In May 2010, Dr. Seele was selected as 21 Leaders of the 21st Century of Women E-News in New York City.Dr. Seele is well-known for her extraordinary vision and ability to create national and global partnerships among leaders of various cultures and religious doctrines in the areas of health. As a pioneer and community activist, Dr. Seele is known for her work in forging public health & faith-based partnerships for engaging individuals in health promotion and disease prevention interventions.Dr. Seele is the recipient of numerous citations and honors, including being featured on the cover of Time Magazine 100, who named Dr.Seele One of the Most Influential Persons in the World in 2006; Essence Magazine, in its 35 Anniversary issue, named Dr. P one of the 35 Most Beautiful and Remarkable Women In The World. Clark Atlanta University honored Dr. Seele with the 2008 Pathway of Excellence Award, citing her as one of its most outstanding graduates of all time. In May 2010, Dr. Seele was selected as 21 Leaders of the 21st Century of Women E-News in New York City.She has worked with three US presidential administrations on issues of health in the United States and abroad. Dr. Seele was an invited guest of former President and First Lady Laura Bush for the State of the Union Address representing a symbol of President Bush's commitment to fighting HIV/AIDS in the world. In 2010, Dr. Seele was invited to participate in the Fortune TIME CNN Global Forum in Cape Town, South Africa, along with President William “Bill” Clinton and a host of international leaders and Fortune 100 chief executive officers to focus on challenges and solutions in the developing world.October 2017, His Eminence, Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York, bestowed the Pierre Toussaint Medallion upon Dr. Seele.Publishing her first book Stand Up to Stigma! How to Reject Fear & Shame in 2017. Dr. Seele is an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
In this episode of Hollywood Live with Tanya Hart, Tanya discusses former First Lady Michelle Obama's notable absence from President-Elect Donald Trump's inauguration. Despite the presence of former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton—along with Laura Bush and Hillary Clinton—Michelle's decision to skip the event comes as no surprise, given her longstanding opposition to Trump's presidency and policies. Tanya reflects on Michelle's powerful stance and support for the causes she believes in, echoing sentiments from her 2018 memoir and campaign efforts against Trump. Tune in for more updates on this and other major headlines from Hollywood and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As Washington, D.C., gears up for a busy inaugural weekend, I'm thrilled to share my conversation with Anita McBride of American University. Throughout her remarkable career, Anita has served three U.S. Presidents in key personnel and management roles, including as Chief of Staff to First Lady Laura Bush.In our discussion, she shares her journey from campaign work to senior leadership, reflecting on the evolving role of the First Lady. Anita has co-authored a collegiate text and written the novel Remember the First Ladies, inspired by Dolley Madison's iconic words. As a highly sought-after thought leader in this fascinating area of history, her insights are both engaging and enlightening.Join me for a conversation with someone whose career I deeply admire, on a subject that is uniquely and quintessentially American. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thefridayreporter.substack.com
Dr. Pernessa C. Seele, Founder and CEO of The Balm In Gilead, Inc., a not-for-profit organization, is a phenomenal trailblazer. Dr. Seele is celebrating over 37 years of providing vision and leadership in areas of technical support to strengthen the capacity of faith institutions in the United States and Africa to eradicate health disparities by promoting health education and services within their local communities.Dr. Seele is the recipient of numerous citations and honors, including being featured on the cover of Time Magazine 100, who named Dr.Seele One of the Most Influential Persons in the World in 2006; Essence Magazine, in its 35 Anniversary issue, named Dr. P one of the 35 Most Beautiful and Remarkable Women In The World. Clark Atlanta University honored Dr. Seele with the 2008 Pathway of Excellence Award, citing her as one of its most outstanding graduates of all time. In May 2010, Dr. Seele was selected as 21 Leaders of the 21st Century of Women E-News in New York City.She has worked with three US presidential administrations on issues of health in the United States and abroad. Dr. Seele was an invited guest of former President and First Lady Laura Bush for the State of the Union Address representing a symbol of President Bush's commitment to fighting HIV/AIDS in the world. In 2010, Dr. Seele was invited to participate in the Fortune TIME CNN Global Forum in Cape Town, South Africa, along with President William “Bill” Clinton and a host of international leaders and Fortune 100 chief executive officers to focus on challenges and solutions in the developing world.
The White House showcases the very best of American culinary arts, whether it's providing the president some much needed nourishment after a long day or using a meal as a diplomatic tool between two nations. White House Executive Chef Cristeta Comerford spent almost 30 years working in the White House kitchens before retiring in July 2024. Stewart McLaurin, President of the White House Historical Association, spoke with Chef Comerford about growing up in the Philippines, falling in love with cooking, and becoming a U.S. citizen who never dreamed one day she would cook at the most famous address in America. Chef Comerford started as an assistant chef in 1995 during the Clinton presidency, and just 10 years later was named Executive Chef by First Lady Laura Bush. Chef Comerford was the first woman and first person of color named to the top position in the White House kitchen. She cooked for five presidents and their families, dozens of dignitaries, and literally thousands of guests from all around the world - overseeing more than 50 state dinners along the way. The key to cooking at the White House? Chef Comerford says it's being able to listen and read the room properly because at the end of the day “...this is not your restaurant. This is not about you, it's about the president or the family who are living in that White House at the moment.” Hear about what it takes to put on a state dinner, which president has his own chili recipe, and much more about cooking at the White House.
CPF Director Bob Shrum and Marylouise Oates, former activist and LA Times journalist, join former First Lady staffers Anita McBride, Noelia Rodriguez, and Tina Tchen for a discussion on the influence of presidential First Ladies on politics, policy, and American society. Featuring: Anita McBride: Former Chief of Staff to First Lady Laura Bush Noelia Rodriguez: Former Press Secretary and Director of Communications for First Lady Laura Bush; Former CPF Fellow Tina Tchen: Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy and Impact Officer for the Obama Foundation; Former Chief of Staff to First Lady Michelle Obama Marylouise Oates: Former Activist and LA Times Journalist who covered First Ladies Bob Shrum: Director, Center for the Political Future; Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics, USC Dornsife
Colm Flynn reports, he speaks to Anita McBride, who was Chief of Staff to First Lady Laura Bush.
Shealah Craighead is an American government photographer who served as the Chief Official White House Photographer for President Donald Trump. She was the second female chief photographer in White House history, after Sharon Farmer in 1998. Craighead was official photographer to former First Lady Laura Bush in the administration of George W. Bush. Shealah grew up in Connecticut where she worked in her parents photo lab. Craighead attended Belmont University and earned a BFA from Lesley University in 2002. After college, she worked as a freelance photographer for the Boston Globe, Associated Press, and Getty Images. In 2005, she worked for David Bohrer, the official photographer for Vice President Dick Cheney. In 2017, Craighead was named the official White House photographer for Donald Trump.The Trump administration employed a total of four photographers with different specialties including fashion, military, and administration. Craighead photographed Nancy Pelosi standing to address a seated Trump in an October 2019 meeting at the White House, which attracted media attention. She later remarked that Trump liked to "control the lighting, the production, and the show basically", and that he preferred posed over candid photographs. After he left office, Trump used many photographs taken by Craighead to produce a book, but did not credit her work or that of other photographers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-brown57/support
Shealah Craighead is an American government photographer who served as the Chief Official White House Photographer for President Donald Trump. She was the second female chief photographer in White House history, after Sharon Farmer in 1998. Craighead was official photographer to former First Lady Laura Bush in the administration of George W. Bush. Shealah grew up in Connecticut where she worked in her parents photo lab. Craighead attended Belmont University and earned a BFA from Lesley University in 2002. After college, she worked as a freelance photographer for the Boston Globe, Associated Press, and Getty Images. In 2005, she worked for David Bohrer, the official photographer for Vice President Dick Cheney. In 2017, Craighead was named the official White House photographer for Donald Trump.The Trump administration employed a total of four photographers with different specialties including fashion, military, and administration. Craighead photographed Nancy Pelosi standing to address a seated Trump in an October 2019 meeting at the White House, which attracted media attention. She later remarked that Trump liked to "control the lighting, the production, and the show basically", and that he preferred posed over candid photographs. After he left office, Trump used many photographs taken by Craighead to produce a book, but did not credit her work or that of other photographers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-brown57/support
The penultimate episode in our Great Political Fictions re-release is about Curtis Sittenfeld's American Wife (2008), which re-imagines the life of First Lady Laura Bush.One of the great novels about the intimacy of power and the accidents of politics, it sticks to the historical record while radically retelling it. What does the standard version leave out about the Bush presidency? How does an ordinary life become an extraordinary one? And where is the line between fact and fiction?Tomorrow: Lin-Manuel Miranda's HamiltonFind out more about Past Present Future on our new website www.ppfideas.com where you can also join PPF+ to get bonus episodes and ad-free listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During election season, voters hope to glimpse the true selves of presidential candidates. And sometimes, revealing details hide in plain sight. On this week's On the Media, one reporter sifts through political memoirs for truths about politicians and the people they lead. Plus, in vivid detail, a novelist imagines the private lives of former presidents.[01:00] Host Brooke Gladstone speaks with Carlos Lozada, New York Times Opinion columnist and a co-host of the weekly “Matter of Opinion” podcast. Lozada explains how he mines political memoirs for deeper understanding of our political figures by examining what they include and what they omit.[16:43] Brooke speaks with Vinson Cunningham, author of the novel Great Expectations. Cunningham, who is now a theater critic at The New Yorker, worked on the 2008 Obama campaign and later in the White House. Great Expectations is inspired by that time in his life and the difficult-to-read candidate for the presidency.[35:05] Brooke interviews novelist Curtis Sittenfeld about her exploration of the minds of political figures through fiction, first in American Wife (inspired by Laura Bush) and next in Rodham, which considers what Hilary Clinton's life would have looked like if she had never married Bill. They discuss the questions that led Sittenfeld to write those novels and why fiction based on real people makes readers so uncomfortable — especially the sex scenes.This show originally aired on our May 3, 2024 program, How to Read a President, with Carlos Lozada, Vinson Cunningham, and Curtis Sittenfeld.Further reading:The Washington Book by Carlos LozadaGreat Expectations by Vinson CunninghamAmerican Wife and Rodham by Curtis SittenfeldCurtis Sittenfeld: ‘People misunderstood the sex scenes in Rodham' On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org.
In this episode, we delve into the evolving role of Physician Assistants in dermatology with Laura Bush, the current President of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA). Laura shares her insights on how PAs are improving access to care, enhancing patient outcomes, and shaping the future of dermatology. With over 32 years of experience as a PA, Laura has been a pivotal figure in advancing the profession and advocating for patient-centered care.
The penultimate episode in our fictions series is about Curtis Sittenfeld's American Wife (2008), which re-imagines the life of First Lady Laura Bush. One of the great novels about the intimacy of power and the accidents of politics, it sticks to the historical record while radically retelling it. What does the standard version leave out about the Bush presidency? How does an ordinary life become an extraordinary one? And where is the line between fact and fiction?Sign up now to PPF+ to get all our bonus episodes along with ad-free listening: coming soon for PPF+ subscribers Robert Saunders on his favourite political novel plus a special episode on Evita: www.ppfideas.comNext time: Lin-Manuel Miranda's Hamilton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our political fictions series returns with Alan Hollinghurst's The Line of Beauty (2004), which is set between Thatcher's two dominant general election victories of 1983 and 1987. A novel about the intersection between gay life and Tory life, high politics and low conduct, beauty and betrayal, it explores the price of power and the risks of liberation. It also contains perhaps the greatest of all fictional portrayals of a real-life prime minster: Thatcher dancing the night away.Sign up now to PPF+ to get all our bonus episodes along with ad-free listening: coming soon for PPF+ subscribers Robert Saunders on his favourite political novel plus a special episode on Evita: www.ppfideas.comNext time: Curtis Sittenfeld re-imagines Laura Bush in American Wife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Anita McBride, who served as chief of staff to Mrs. Laura Bush during her time as first lady, and Gail Hodges Burt, who served as social secretary for President and Mrs. Reagan, recently visited Dallas for an Engage at the Bush Center event presented by Nexpoint.They joined host Andrew Kaufmann beforehand to discuss the responsibilities of their roles, their memories working in the Reagan and Bush administrations, and the significance and importance of White House events.Hear more from Anita and Gail on this episode of The Strategerist, presented by the George W. Bush Presidential Center.Related content: A Conversation with White House Social SecretariesRemember the First Ladies: The Legacies of America's History-Making Women
In this week's “A Reagan Forum” we present three co-authors – Anita McBride, Diana Carlin, and Nancy Kegan Smith – who joined us at the Reagan Library on May 8, 2024, to discuss their new book, Remember the First Ladies: The Legacies of America's History-Making Women. The discussion surrounded their groundbreaking book, showcasing the evolutionary role of the First Lady and its historical importance in the American presidency. They shine a light on the influential women who broke barriers and made a mark on our country and, at times, our world, during their tenures in the White House. Anita McBride's White House service spans two decades and three presidential administrations. She served as director of White House Personnel under Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H. W. Bush and as director of the U.S. Speaker's Bureau at the United States Information Agency. She then served as assistant to President George W. Bush and chief of staff to First Lady Laura Bush. Diana Carlin co-founded the First Ladies Association for Research and Education. Nancy Kegan Smith is the retired Director of the Presidential Materials Division at the National Archives and Records Administration. She is vice president of the First Ladies Association for Research and Education. During their visit, the three co-authors sat down with the Reagan Foundation and Institute President and CEO Dave Trulio to discuss their book.
Recently, the Bush Center hosted author Heather Morris for the Laura Bush Book Club as part of Engage at the Bush Center series presented by NexPoint, with support from H-E-B. In her conversation with Bush Institute's Anne Wicks, Morris discussed her No. 1 international bestselling novel and new original series, The Tattooist of Auschwitz – a story about hope and love, based on interviews conducted with Holocaust survivor and Auschwitz-Birkenau tattooist Ludwig (Lale) Sokolov. Related: Laura Bush Book Club with “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” Author Heather MorrisMrs. Laura Bush's 2024 Summer Reading List
We're celebrating our 250th podcast episode and Park Cities dad and 11-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, Steve Noviello is taking over The Bubble Lounge! We're celebrating the child-centric spirit that defines our local community, highlighting the impact of school events, the dedication of Park Cities parents, and the wisdom gleaned from contentious school board elections. The Bubble Lounge has become known as a place that sheds light on the family-oriented vibrancy of our community and the shared commitment to nurturing a prosperous future for our children.Finally, we looked back on some of our most memorable moments and dreamed up future ones, including hopes of interviewing Dallas' own George and Laura Bush. Join us to discover the quirks of our neighborhood, the warmth of its residents, and the rapid-fire relevance of our content that keeps you connected to the pulse of this unique place we all call home.Be sure to follow Steve Noviello on Instagram as he's always working on something new and exciting! https://www.instagram.com/stevenoviello/?hl=enThis episode sponsored by Tequila Komos, Kathy L Wall State Farm Agency, and SA Oral Surgeons. To learn more about our sponsors visit Tequila Komos, Kathy L Wall State Farm Agency and SA Oral Surgeons
When politicians publish their autobiographies, often they reveal more than intended. On this week's On the Media, find out how one reporter sifts through political memoirs for truths about politicians and the people they lead. Plus, in vivid detail, a novelist imagines the private lives of former presidents.[01:00] Host Brooke Gladstone speaks with Carlos Lozada, New York Times Opinion columnist and a co-host of the weekly “Matter of Opinion” podcast. Lozada explains how he mines political memoirs for deeper understanding of our political figures by examining what they include and what they omit.[16:59] Brooke speaks with Vinson Cunningham, author of the new novel Great Expectations. Cunningham, who is now a theater critic at The New Yorker, worked on the 2008 Obama campaign and later in the White House. Great Expectations is inspired by that time in his life, and the difficult-to-read candidate for the presidency.[35:19] Brooke interviews novelist Curtis Sittenfeld about her exploration of the minds of political figures through fiction, first in American Wife (inspired by Laura Bush) and next in Rodham, which considers what Hilary Clinton's life would have looked like if she had never married Bill. They discuss the questions that led Sittenfeld to write those novels and why fiction based on real people makes readers so uncomfortable — especially the sex scenes.Further reading:The Washington Book by Carlos LozadaGreat Expectations by Vinson CunninghamAmerican Wife and Rodham by Curtis Sittenfeld On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org.
We speak with New York Times Reporter Katie Rogers about her new book "American Woman." The book takes an in-depth look at the history of the role from Hillary Clinton, to Laura Bush, Michelle Obama, Melania Trump, and finally, Jill Biden.
So much news coverage is devoted to the president, but it turns out that first ladies have had an incredibly influential and undercovered role in many White Houses. At the same time, it is an often thankless job that receives a lot of scrutiny. Mosheh sits down with New York Times White House correspondent and author, Katie Rogers, exploring her new book, ‘American Woman: The Transformation of the Modern First Lady.' In our conversation, we dive straight into Jill Biden's role in the White House, especially when it comes to managing crises, from international wars to the struggles of Hunter Biden–including what it means that she is the family “grudge holder.” This edition also delves into how several other recent first ladies—Melania Trump, Michelle Obama, Laura Bush, and Hillary Clinton–how each viewed their roles over the last 30 years, and some surprising revelations about their time in the White House. Follow Mo News on all platforms: Website: www.mo.news Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosheh/ Daily Newsletter: https://www.mo.news/newsletter Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@monews Twitter: https://twitter.com/mosheh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mosheh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshehNews Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/pO9xpLY9
What role does politics play in the mission of God? How do we navigate the political field without stepping on a cultural landmine? What should our political engagement look like? And what do we do with things like Christian nationalism? Today's guest is Cherie Harder, President of the Trinity Forum. Cherie Harder serves as President of the Trinity Forum. Before joining the Trinity Forum in 2008, Ms. Harder served in the White House as Special Assistant to the President and Director of Policy and Projects for First Lady Laura Bush.Earlier in her career she served as Policy Advisor to Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, advising the Leader on domestic social issues and serving as liaison and outreach director to outside groups. From 2001 to 2005, she was Senior Counselor to the Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), where she helped the Chairman design and launch the We the People initiative to enhance the teaching, study, and understanding of American history. Before that, Ms. Harder was the Policy Director for Senator Sam Brownback and also served as Deputy Policy Director at Empower America.She holds an Honors B.A. (magna cum laude) in government from Harvard University and a post-graduate diploma in literature from the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia, where she was a Rotary Scholar. She is also a Senior Fellow at Cardus, an Editorial Board member of Comment magazine, a past board member of Gordon College and the C.S. Lewis Institute, a current board member of the Convergence Center for Policy Resolution and Faith and Law, and an advisory board member of the National Museum of American Religion.Check out The Trinity Forum Sign up for the Apollos Watered newsletter.Help water-thirsty souls by partnering with Apollos Watered!
As part the Engage at the Bush Center series presented by Nexpoint, a panel of former White House Social Secretaries shared insights and behind-the-scenes stories about entertaining at the White House. Moderated by Anita McBride, the panel featured Jeremy Bernard, former White House Social Secretary to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama; Gahl Hodges Burt, former White House Social Secretary to President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan; and Amy Zantzinger, former White House Social Secretary to President Bush and Mrs. Laura Bush. Related: A Conversation with White House Social Secretaries
First ladies are among the most powerful advisers in any White House and Jill Biden is no exception. On this episode of Deep Dive, host and Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza is joined by NYT White House correspondent Katie Rogers, who recently published “American Woman: The Transformation of the Modern First Lady, from Hillary Clinton to Jill Biden,” an authoritative account of how this century's first ladies have influenced the nation. Ryan and Katie discuss Jill Biden and Melania Trump's roles in staffing, campaigning, and policy decisions; sensitive items from their times in the White House, such as Melania and Donald's prenup; and whether or not Jill Biden has ever forgiven Kamala Harris for what she said about Joe in 2020. Additionally, Katie opened up about the time her editors at the New York Times sent her to Arkansas and forced her to report a story about the Bidens that she didn't want to cover — and how it ended up forcing Jill and Joe to confront an uncomfortable truth about their family. Ryan Lizza is a Playbook co-author for POLITICO. Katie Rogers is a White House correspondent for The New York Times. Kara Tabor is a producer for POLITICO audio. Alex Keeney is a senior producer for POLITICO audio.
Kent Hance served 6 years in the House from West Texas, was Chair of the Texas Railroad Commission, and had an 8-year tenure as Chancellor of the Texas Tech University System - but his most famous political accomplishment is as the only person to ever defeat George W. Bush in a political campaign. He also hosts his own podcast, The Best Storyteller in Texas, where he mines his favorite political stories and weighs in on the news of the day. In this conversation, Chancellor Kent Hance talks about his famous 1978 win over George W. Bush in an open-seat congressional...his preceding time in the Texas State Senate, his time in the House carrying landmark legislation for President Reagan, running statewide, helming a major public university system, memories of iconic political figures, and some of his best stories from 6+ decades in politics.IN THIS EPISODE...Growing up in rural West Texas...How the books his mother chose to read to him as a child led to a lifelong interest politics...A Kent Hance best-practice for avoiding troublemakers at town hall meetings...How he took on a West Texas political machine to beat a sitting State Senator in 1974...Chancellor Hance shares his memories of iconic Texas political figures John Connally, Lloyd Bentsen, and Ann Richards...Going in-depth about his good friend and former colleague, Congresswoman Charlie Wilson...How Kent Hance beat George W. Bush for Congress in an open seat race in 1978...The 1978 Hance campaign tactic that stuck with George W. Bush for 30+ years...Memories of sponsoring President Reagan's historic, controversial tax cut in the early 1980s.Highlighting a major difference in the leadership style of Presidents Reagan and Trump...Coming up short running for Senate in 1984...Demystifying what it's like serving on the Texas Railroad Commission...What led to becoming Chancellor of the Texas Tech University System...The curveball of the Texas Tech football coach he helped hire becoming now-US Senator Tommy Tuberville...AND $1.2 Billion, AT&T, Jodey Arrington, Coalter Baker, Jim Baker, bank charters, Choc Blanchard, Doc Blanchard, Laura Bush, The Committee for the Survival of a Free Congress, Barber Conable, dealmakers, Bob Dole, Ken Duberstein, Phil Gramm, hardcore Navy guys, Tommy Joe Harrison, hating Communists, Chic Hecht, Vic Henry, Bill Hobby, Lee Iacocca, Jack Kemp, LBJ, Little Britches, George Mahon, mail carriers, Wilbur Mills, Walter Mondale, the New England Journal of Medicine, Don Pease, Sam Rayburn, Walter Rogers, Dan Rostenkowski, Preston Smith, talking heads, trial lawyers, Donald Trump, Paul Weyrich, whipping the Russians, Clayton Williams, windfall profits tax...& more!
Susan Whitson, the founder of Susan Whitson Travel and a Conde Nast Top Travel specialist since 2020, joins this episode to discuss the importance of setting boundaries, charging fees for services, and knowing your worth as a travel advisor. She emphasizes the concept of minimum trip investments and how to communicate realistic pricing to clients, allowing for flexibility while still ensuring that clients have an understanding of the costs involved. If you're ready to level up your travel business and work with clients that truly value your expertise, this is the episode for you! About Susan Whitson: Susan has been designing and creating unique travel experiences since 2014, earning her the honor of being named a Conde Nast Top Travel specialist since 2020. Prior to joining the travel industry, Susan worked in government public relations and communications, including White House press secretary to Mrs. Laura Bush, with whom Susan traveled the globe and experienced some of the world's most beautiful and culturally rich places, and made deeply meaningful personal connections. Having traveled to 70+ countries on six continents and 49 US states (Nebraska still eludes her), Susan's expertise is planning trips to emerging destinations and creating unique, off-the-beaten path travel experiences specifically tailored for each client. She is most passionate about and has deep expertise planning travel in Africa, the Middle East, Asia, French Polynesia, Spain, Scotland, and South America. Honeymoons, multi-generational family trips, and adventure travel are also areas of Susan's expertise. When not exploring the world, Susan lives in the Virginia countryside with her family. Whitsontravel.com instagram.com/whitsontravel Today we will cover: (03:30) Susan's journey from the White House to the travel industry (05:10) Evolution of Susan's clientele and her focus on quality (08:00) Dealing with disruptors and setting boundaries (14:10) Assessing the need for change and finding fulfillment (17:35) Building relationships with clients who bring you joy (22:45) Cultivating confidence through mentorship (33:35) The concept of a minimum investment and realistic pricing for full-service itineraries (39:55) Personal trips as a way to experience and speak to clients (43:30) Embodying the level of travel you want to sell (50:15) Calculating fees based on desired income and working hours SEVEN FIGURE SALES tiquehq.com/seven-figure-sales CLIENT COMMUNICATION TEMPLATES tiquehq.com/client-communication-templates _____ JOIN OUR NICHE COMMUNITY: tiquehq.com/join-niche FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tiquehq CHECK OUT OUR SERVICES & PROGRAMS: tiquehq.com
The role of first lady or, increasingly, first gentleman, can be one of the most potent ambassadorial positions in any nation's diplomatic ranks. What is it really like to be the spouse of a world leader? Andrew Mueller speaks to Clarke Gayford, broadcaster and husband of Jacinda Ardern; Charity Wallace, former chief of staff to Laura Bush; and Elizabeth Natalle, co-founder of the First Ladies Association for Research and Education. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to the latest episode of Lunch with Shelley recorded for the first time from one of our new favorite lunch spots Claudio's Table. Our special guest is my friend and colleague Anita McBride. Anita is the Executive in Residence at the Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies in the school of Public Affairs at American University. She is also one of the longest tenured women that has served in the White House, having served three Presidents in personnel and management capacities, as well as serving First Lady Laura Bush as her chief of staff. She is a frequent speaker, print source, contributor and commentator, and she is the co-author of the nation's first textbook on the transformational legacies of the wives of America's Presidents called U.S. First Ladies: Making History and Leaving Legacies.Join us as we learn truly fascinating details about many of America's First Ladies, discuss Anita's Italian heritage (we even hear her speak Italian!), hear fun anecdotes about her consulting work for the HBO show Veep, and her take on the current state of kids, colleges, and education. Join us for lunch at www.lunchwithshelley.com or wherever you get your favorite podcasts, and in the meantime Peace, Love and Lunch!!
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for Nov 30th Publish Date: Nov 29th Commercial: Henssler :15 From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Thursday, November 30th and Happy heavenly Birthday to singer June Pointer. ***11.30.23 – BIRTHDAY – JUNE POINTER*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Cobb Police Investigating Homicide at Cumberland Hotel Rosalynn Carter memorial service draws all five living first ladies Consultant Examining Number of Cobb Contracts for Women, Minorities Plus, Bruce Jenkins sits down with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss dividing calories. All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! BREAK: CU of GA STORY 1: Cobb Police Investigating Homicide at Cumberland Hotel The Cobb County Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting at a Cumberland hotel. On Tuesday, police taped off the entrance to the Budgetel Inns & Suites — Atlanta Galleria Stadium, located off Circle 75 Parkway just south of its intersection with Windy Hill Road. Cobb police spokesperson Eric Smith confirmed that there was a shooting in the Circle 75 Parkway area which was being investigated as a homicide. No other details were provided by press time. STORY 2: Rosalynn Carter memorial service draws all five living first ladies A memorial service was held at Emory University for former first lady Rosalynn Carter, who passed away on Nov. 19 at the age of 96. President Joe Biden, former President Bill Clinton, First Lady Jill Biden, former First Lady Hillary Clinton, Laura Bush, Michelle Obama, and Melania Trump attended the service. Despite being in hospice care since last February, former President Jimmy Carter, 99, attended the service. Friends and family praised Rosalynn Carter's commitment to various causes, including mental health, caregiving, and disease eradication. She was credited with revolutionizing the role of first ladies in American government and politics. Rosalynn Carter will be laid to rest in Plains, Georgia. STORY 3: Consultant Examining Number of Cobb Contracts for Women, Minorities Cobb County is investing $342,000 in a disparity study conducted by Atlanta-based law and consulting firm Griffin & Strong. The study aims to examine the contracts awarded by the county to minority-owned, women-owned, and disabled veteran-owned businesses over the past five years in construction, goods, and services. The goal is to identify any disparities and set goals for increased inclusion. The study involves a legal analysis, purchasing policies and procedures review, data collection, market analysis, utilization analysis, availability analysis, disparity analysis, regression analysis, anecdotal evidence collection, and a final report with recommendations. Public participation is encouraged through interviews, surveys, focus groups, and public information sessions. The study is expected to be completed next summer. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info. We'll be right back Break: ESOG – ELON – CHRISTMAS PIEDMONT STORY 4: Cobb Commission Delays Establishing Opioid Crisis Advisory Board The Cobb Board of Commissioners has delayed the establishment of the Cobb County Opioid Abatement Advisory Council. The decision was made to allow more time to clarify qualifications for council members. The council is part of the settlement between Georgia and major pharmaceutical distributors for their roles in the opioid crisis. The council will consist of three to seven members, including representatives from the Cobb Board of Health, Cobb County Sheriff's Office, and Highland Rivers Behavioral Health. The other members will be designees from Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services, Cobb County Police Department, Cobb District Attorney's Office, and Cobb County Superior Court. Commissioners raised questions about the selection process and potential residency requirements for members. STORY 5: New Georgia House map fits spirit but not letter of court order Georgia House Republicans released a proposed redistricting map that appears to fall short of creating the five additional Black-majority districts ordered by a federal judge. The proposed map includes three new Black-majority districts in the southern end of metro Atlanta. The map also creates nearly two dozen House districts with white minorities, providing an opportunity for people of color, including Hispanic and Asian voters, to elect candidates of their choice. The proposed map modifies the boundaries of 56 of the 180 House districts, stretching from Cobb and Gwinnett counties south through the metro region to Houston and Peach counties south of Macon. We'll be back in a moment Break: DAYCO - DRAKE – INGLES 4 STORY 6: LEAH MCGRATH And now here is Bruce Jenkins' conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss dividing calories. STORY 7: LEAH INTERVIEW Break: Henssler :60 Signoff- Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Marietta Daily Journal podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Gwinnett Daily Post, the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties, or the Paulding County News Podcast. 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November 29th Podcast Welcome to your Paulding County News Podcast. I'm Melissa Carter, along with Doug Harding. Tense moments unfold on a flight bound for Atlanta, details on a disturbing incident. And a Dallas man, wanted for homicide, is caught in another state. But first… PC News Former President Jimmy Carter honored his late wife, Rosalynn Carter, at a national tribute service in Atlanta yesterday. Mrs. Carter, the lifelong companion of the 39th President, passed away at 96 on Nov. 19 after 77 years of marriage. The invite-only event at Glenn Memorial Church boasted a high-profile guest list, including President Joe Biden, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff. Dignitaries like Former President Bill Clinton, Melania Trump, Michelle Obama, Laura Bush, and local figures Governor Brian Kemp and Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens paid their respects. Her funeral will take place in Plains today. This from 11 Alive. PC News Authorities in Tennessee successfully apprehended a suspect from Dallas. Loudon County Sheriff's Office employed a combination of phone ping and FLOC camera techniques to track down Brandon Howard to the 300 block of Get Good Hollow Road in Loudon. Swift action by SWAT and Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers resulted in Howard's capture after a brief chase. The 37-year-old suspect, wanted in Dallas for homicide, is now held at the Loudon County Detention Center awaiting extradition. This from the Loudon County Sheriff's Office. PC News In a move to tackle the potential winter surge, the U.S. government is making it easier for Americans to access COVID-19 tests from the comfort of their homes. Those who missed the September distribution can order up to eight free at-home virus tests at COVIDtests.gov. The U.S. Postal Service will deliver them at no cost. The distribution coincides with the onset of flu season and reports of increased RSV cases in various regions. Though COVID-19 hospitalizations saw a recent rise, overall numbers have stabilized, thanks to vaccinations and previous infections. The release also precedes the first winter without mandatory insurance coverage for at-home tests, which now average $11. This from 11 Alive. Coming up: A Georgia woman's search for her missing vacuum goes viral, and later, why law enforcement is sounding the alarm for iPhone users - regarding a hidden feature stealing your information. But now let's check the weather for Paulding County… Weather Warmer temperatures the remainder of the week, with High's reaching around 60 and the Low tonight in the 30's, 40's Thursday and 50's on Friday. Rain expected this weekend. Arrest Report In a bizarre turn of events, a passenger jumped out of the emergency exit on a Southwest Airlines flight, headed to Atlanta from Louisiana. The incident occurred during boarding, with the plane still on the ground. The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office apprehended the incoherent passenger on the tarmac, attributing the act to a potential mental health emergency. No criminal charges have been filed, and federal authorities are investigating. Southwest Airlines apologized for the inconvenience, and the canceled flight has left passengers reeling. Monique Pellant said: Hopefully they end up on a permanent no fly list ... there is no hope for stupidity. Cathy Anderson commented: Scary behavior, glad the plane wasn't in the air. Tarmon Selling offered: I believe I can fly. Lin Bayer said: WTF … the zoo that flies on SW. Social Media From WSB's Facebook Page: In a recent update, Apple's iOS 17.1 introduces the 'NameDrop' feature, enabling iPhone users to quickly share contacts with nearby devices. However, Georgia authorities issue a warning, cautioning users about inadvertent information sharing with strangers. Police emphasize that this feature activates automatically upon updating. To disable NameDrop, users are advised to navigate to Settings, General, AirDrop, and toggle 'Bringing Devices Together' to off. Keeshia Smith says: This is nothing new. There's been an app for this for over a decade. They've got yaw scared to breathe. Krystal Antkowiak offered: Both people have to accept to share when both phones are held super close like they are about to kiss. Billy Coulter responded: You can set it to contacts only also. Jay Black said: See, this is the reason I will be Android for life. Weird Story A woman in Cobb County has gone viral , after she captured her Roomba's daring escape on camera. Shelley Betz's robot vacuum, missing for two days, was caught rolling away from her home on doorbell footage. Betz explained on TikTok that the front door was open while they decorated for Christmas, prompting the Roomba's breakout. The video, featuring the 'Little Roomba That Could,' has amassed over 28 million views on TikTok, set to George Michael's 'Freedom! '90.' Unfortunately, the escape left the Roomba without padding and brushes This from WSB. Events Today from 11a until 2p - Weekly Computer and Internet Essentials Class for Seniors at the Dallas Public Library on Recreation Drive. Tonight from 6p until 10p - Oliva Cigars Poker Event at D&D Company Inc/ Smokes Lounge on Beatty Street in Hiram. December 1st, from 6p until 10p - City of Hiram Christmas Tree Lighting on Main Street. December 2nd, 11a until 2p - Santa at McKenna Farms on Due West Road in Dallas. (Interview) Taylor Duncan, Alternative Baseball - Grand Marshall for the Paulding County Christmas Parade State News If I asked you where the deadliest road in the United States was, would you have answered Georgia? It's true. Interstate 16 - between Macon and Savannah - has been deemed the deadliest road in the country, with a fatality rate of 23.2 per 100 miles. Spanning 166 miles, factors contributing to I-16's alarming rate include design challenges, driver behaviors like speeding and impairment, and adverse environmental conditions. So if you have to travel this stretch of road during the holidays, make sure you take special care. This from the Newton County News. PC News Georgia roadways are becoming a battleground: holiday deliveries vs. law enforcement vigilance. Officers from the Georgia Department of Public Safety's Motor Carrier Compliance Division are on the lookout for overloaded trucks. One officer recently flagged a truck carrying heavy stone, exceeding the legal limit by more than 8,000 pounds. This year, citations have been issued for trucks up to 12,000 pounds overweight, with one incident damaging the Mt. Vernon Highway bridge. However, challenges persist as officers are stretched thin. Advocates argue heavier trucks streamline logistics, but opponents stress road damage and safety concerns. This from 11 Alive. Sports From the Paulding Sports Chronicle: In Round 3 - of high school football tournament action over the weekend - winners in the region include: Douglas Co Cartersville Coffee Co Starrs' Mill Bowdon Rome Walton Rockmart In basketball, North Paulding Girls lost to Buford, while Hiram Girls defeated Drew Charter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, the nation paused to remember Rosalynn Carter, an influential former First Lady with a memorial service in Atlanta. Her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, and numerous national figures were in attendance at Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church. The service brought together First Lady Jill Biden and former First Ladies Hillary Clinton, Laura Bush, Michelle Obama, and Melania Trump in a rare show of solidarity. The gathering also included President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris in a testament to Rosalynn Carter's lasting impact. Carter passed away at the age of 96 and was a dedicated advocate for mental health and humanitarian rights. Her journey ended peacefully at her Georgia home, leaving behind a legacy of service and advocacy. A private funeral at Moran the Baptist Church in Plains, a place dear to the Carters, will follow. The nation watches as we bid farewell to a figure who shaped public policy in profound ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's podcast: 1) Israel and Hamas extended their truce late Monday after agreeing to release more hostages and prisoners and Washington said it was dispatching its top diplomat to the region for more talks over the conflict in Gaza. 2) Elon Musk was in Israel being welcomed by the nation's political elite — including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu — to visit the region where the Islamic militant group Hamas murdered 1,200 people on Oct. 7. 3) European stocks fell for a second day and US futures pointed to a weaker open on Wall Street amid signs the November rally in equities is overstretched. Full Transcript: Good morning. I'm Nathan Hager and I'm Karen Moscow. Here are the stories we're following today. First, you want to get to the latest developments in the Middle East. Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend their truth. They will pause fighting until early Thursday. That brings the halt to six days, and we get the latest from Bloomberg's Rosalind Matheson. What we know is that this extension, which was somewhat expected, is likely to be under the same terms as we've seen so far, which is roughly, for every one hostage released by Harmas one Israeli hostage, that there's at least three Palestinian hostages released in turn by the Israelis. That's about a one for three exchange. What we do know is that those exchanges have happened so far every day in the truth, even if they've happened sometimes quite late in the day because there has been continued arguing through the day about some of the terms and conditions. Bloomberg's Roz Mathison says the truce comes as Secretary of Saint Anthony Blinken heads to Israel for the third time since the Hamas attack. Well, Nathan Elon Musk says he liked to help rebuild Gaza after the war with Hamas. The billionaire was in Israel yesterday and made the comments in a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Nettan Yahoo. Those who are intended motor must be neutralized. Then the propaganda must stop. That is training people to be murtorers in the future, and then and then making Gaza prosperous. And if that happens, I think will be good future. Well, I hope you will be involved in it, and I'd love to help and muss Israel Visit appears to be an effort to diffuse a growing backlash over his endorsement of an anti Semitic tweet. Last week. Corporations including Apple and Walt Disney stopped advertising on Eggs over concerns of increasing anti Semitism and hate speech on the site since he purchased it well Karen. The first of three US military relief flights carrying aid for the Gaza Strip is set to arrive in Egypt later today. Senior US official say the flights will carry winter clothing, food, medical items, and supplies specifically for children. This comes as the Biden administration seeks to escalate assistance to Palestinian civilians amid pressure from fellow Democrats. Well, Nathan ad to Israel is one of the issues of waiting lawmakers on Capitol Hill. The House is back in session today after the holiday break. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says he wants to vote as soon as next week on one hundred and six billion dollars in aid to Israel, Ukraine, and border security, but former Republican Congressman mcmulvaney says it'll be tough to pass it all before the end of the year because Congress is not facing a government shut down deadline by then. Typically big deals would get done at Christmas and again right before the August recess because that's when Congress wants to go home. Well, they don't have the sort of the sword of Damicles to hold over the members right now because the funding deals go beyond Christmas, and former Congressman mcmulvaney says Israel aid could pass alone before Christmas because it has bipartisan support. And he was guest on Bloomberg's sound On. Get the full interview on the sound On podcast. Well, meanwhile, Karen President Biden is cautioning corporations against taking advantage of inflation relief. We get that story from Bloomberg's Ed Baxter. President Biden has taken credit for easing supply chain pressures and lowering inflation, but says more needs to be done. Let me be clear, to any corporation that's not brought their prices back down, even as inflation has come down, even supply chains have been rebuilt, it's time to stop the price gouging. You've given the American consumer a break. Biden also says he set up a council review supply chain actions, calling it an early warning system. Head Baxter Bloomberg Radio, All right, Ed, thank you well. We turn to the markets now, and it's shaping up to be a November two remember. We get the latest from Bloomberg's John Tucker. John and Karen stocks have rallied more than eight percent, marking one of their strongest gains for the month since records began. Signs of slowing inflation and measured jobs growth have also unleashed a treasury rally, with scent yields tumbling for their highest and more than a decade, and those lower yields mean the dollar is headed for its steepest monthly drop in a year. There's a consensus that not only has the Fed stop raising interest rates, but investors are pricing in around ninety five basis points of rate cuts into the end of next year. Well, not everybody's on board with a bowl case. Strategists that city groups say underlying bullish signs from futures flows are starting to fade. I'm John Tucker, Bloomberg Radio. Okay, John, thanks, you got some news on the IPO market this morning. Sources tell Bloomberg Reddit is again holding talks with potential investors for an initial public offering for the social media company, and we get that story from Bloomberg's Charlie Pellett. Hope Folds aren't preparing for a long awaited reopening of the market for new listings, sources say. The San Francisco based firm, whose users help fuel the meme stock frenzy that made twenty twenty one a ban a year for equities, is weighing an IPO as soon as the first quarter. Bloomberg news last year that Reddit was working with Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs on the listing and was considering a valuation of as much as fifteen billion dollars in New York. Charlie Pellett, Bloomberg Radio, all right, Charlie, thank you well, fast fashion retailer. She and has filed confidential confidentially with US regulators for an IPO that could take place next year. Bloomberg News has learned the online retailer, which was founded in China's working with Goldman Sachs, JP, Morgan Chase and Morgan Stanley on the listing. She has come under fire for poor labor conditions and factories in partners with overproduction of poor quality garments and the use of cotton from a Chinese region accused of using forced labor. Futures this morning, little change nasday futures lower though down a tenth of a percent on about twenty two points ten year treasury down two thirty seconds you four point three nine percent, and a yield on the two years at four point nine zero percent. Straight ahead, we have more local headlines, plus check of sports, and this is Bloomberg and it is time now for a look at some of the other stories making news around the world. For that, we're joined by Bloomberg's Amy Morris Any Good morning, Good morning, Karen. Scandal plagued New York Republican Representative George Santos has acknowledged he expects to be expelled from the House as soon as this week. House Speaker Mike Johnson was asked if there would be a vote on the fate of mister Santos as soon as this week. We've spoken to Coxsman Santos at some length over the holiday and talked to him about his options, but we'll have to see. It's not yet determined. The latest blow came in the form of a fifty six page report from the Health Ethics Committee released earlier this month, outlining substantial evidence that mister Santos violated federal law. The Justice Department has charged Santo's with conspiracy, wire fraud, fallse statements, falsification of records, aggravated identity theft, and credit card fraud. Border security is a key part of a broader legislative deal that lawmakers want to complete before the end of this year, but lawmakers are not likely to include a pathway to citizenship for young immigrants protected by the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program in the border deal wrapped in that conversation a national security funding request from the White House, including eight for Ukraine. Senate Majority leader Chuck Schumer. The biggest hold up to the national security supplement is an insistence by some Republicans, just some on partisan border policy as a condition for Ukraine aid. Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut, a top Democratic negotiator in those talks, says wild Daka is a priority that Democrats would want to see included in the deal, it does not align with what Republicans want the final bill to look like. A Moscow court has extended the detention of US reporter Avan Gershkovich. Gershkovich was arrested in Russia earlier this year. He's accused of spying. Today's hearing was held behind closed doors, no press allowed inside. His detention will be extended through January thirtieth. Memorial service is being held in Atlanta for former First Lady Rosalind Carter, President Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and other former First Ladies. Malania Trump, Hillary Clinton, and Laura Bush are all expected to attend services this afternoon on the campus of Emory University. Jimmy Carter is also planning to be there. Rosalind Carter rather Rosalind Carter Pardon me died on November nineteenth at the age of ninety six. Global news twenty four hours a day and whenever you want it with Bloomberg News Now. I'm Maybe Morris and this is Bloomberg Karen. All right, Amy, thank you what we do bring you news throughout the day right here on Bloomberg Radio. But now, as Amy said, you can get the latest news on demand whenever you want it. Just subscribe to Bloomberg News Now to get the latest headlines at a click of a button. Get informed on your schedule. You can listen and subscribe to Bloomberg News Now on the Bloomberg Business app, Bloomberg dot Com plus Apples, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts. And it's time now for the Bloomberg Sports Update, and here's John stash Hour, John Karen Mother Night. Football in Minnesota, the Vikings lost their quarterback Kirk Cousins for the season, and their star windout Justin Jefferson, missed another game that's the seventh in a row, and their offense struggled. Their new quarterback, Joshua Dobbs, who had been playing well through four interceptions. He did throw a touchdown pass to TJ. Hockinson with under six minutes to go, the only TV of the night for either team. It put Minnesota ahead, but Cairo Santos with his fourth field goal of the game of thirty yard or ten seconds left, the Bears upset the Vikings twelve to ten, Chicago four and eight, Minnesota six and Sixes two and four at home NBA in Philadelphia, Joe Lmb thirty points a triple double, and the Sixers crossed the Lakers one thirty eight to ninety four. Lebron James has been playing for twenty one seasons. This is the most lopsided loss of his career. Rare win for the Wizards. They won one twenty six to one oh seven. At Detroit, battled the NBA's two worst team. The Wizards are three and fourteen and the Pistons are two and fifteen. Bruins lost at Columbus five to two. The Minnesota Wild fired their coach Dean Everson. Wild with only five wins in their first nineteen games. They're replacing him with John Hines. The former Nashville coach. Sonny Gray signed a deal with the Saint Louis Cardinals three years, seventy five million. He was the cy young runner uper in the American League with Minnesota. He's also pitched for Oakland, the Yankees, and Cincinnati. Outfielder Jason Hayward staying with the Dodgers a one year deal for nine million. John Stashie were with Bloomberg Sports. Karn all right, John, thank you, well, we want to get the latest out of the Middle East. We're going to be speaking with the Bloomberg's Simon Marx straight ahead. He is going to join us from Tel Aviv. And ahead of that conversation, futures again, our little change this morning. Nasdaq futures though lower, down to tenth of up percent, the Dacks in Germany also down to tenth of up percent this morning, and a ten year Treasury down two thirty seconds see of four point three nine percent. The yield on the two year four point nine zero percent. This is Bloomberg from coast to coast, from New York to San Francisco, Boston to Washington, DC, nationwide on Syrias Exam, the Bloomberg Business app, and Bloomberg dot Com. This is Bloomberg Daybreak. Good morning, I'm Nathan Hager. We continue to watch for further developments in the Middle East now at the ceasefire between Israel and hamas into overtime, and the expectation more hostages will be freed from Gaza in exchange for Palestinian prisoners joining us once again from Tel Aviv is Bloomberg, Simon Marx, Simon good morning. What is the expectation is it's still going to be one hostage for every three Palestinian prisoners, and that's how this is going to continue to go. Yes, that does seem exactly how it's supposed to go ahead. The Katari government has built out a statement very recently saying that the terms and conditions of this truce will be identical to what we've seen the previous four days. So that is going to take us through to Thursday morning here, so an extra two days, and we're going to see in the coming sort of forty eight hours whether that can be extended once again for another two days. Beyond that, there is some speculation that there could be another bit of wiggle room there. Do we know at this point or have we gotten any clue as to how many hostages could be released today? And whether there'll be any Americans on the list. Yes, so you know we're looking yes, the same as yesterday essentially, which was eleven off the hostages in return for thirty three or so Palestinian prisoners. That is the expectation there. Obviously weren't any Americans involved the last time round, but there is a lot of backchanneling going on to try and make sure that the US hostages do get out, although some sort of feel that, you know this, this will wait till the very last moment, obviously due to the relationship between Hamas and the US, and along with back channeling, it looks like there could be some more front channeling as well, with Secretary of State Antity blink and expected to arrive your way any moment. Now, what's the expectation for what the Secretary of State plans to do on this third visit to the region since the October seventh attack. Yes, indeed, so the Secretary of State has obviously been here multiple times. This time he's coming in towards the end of the week, we believe, and is going to focus on talks aimed at a more lasting, peaceful solution for the Palestinian territories. Of the Palestinian State. He will bring this up, whether or not he's going to get any traction. There is another question with Israel obviously planning to recommence their offensive in the Gaza Strip, and another focus of his will be to make sure more aid, more humanitarian cover is brought into the Gaza Strip. The UN have been very vocal, and you know right up into recent hours that more is needed, especially in the north of the strip where you have thousands of isolated people who haven't received much aid at all. It's interesting to hear a lot more talk now about what comes after, not just the ceasefire, but after the war itself. You mentioned Secretary of State Blincoln talking about a lasting solution to the crisis. We even heard from Elon Musko all people yesterday in Israel talking about wanting to rebuild in Gaza after the war is over. How much pressure is there on Israel right now to try to come to some kind of resolution of this crisis. There is a growing pressure, and I think there's a growing demand from partners from the Gulf, including the US, to understand what Israel's plan actually is. They haven't really expressed it. There is this notion obviously that the Netzenyahu government want to keep the West Bankcupied territories separated from the Gaza Strip. That obviously flies in the face of what the international community want in terms of a two state solution which would unify these two Palestinian territories. So there's so much to be ironed out, and I think that's probably some of the questions that Anthony Blincoln is going to want answers to when he arrives. Are we seeing that pressure Simon coming just from partners from the international community, or is Prime Minister Nettagna, who coming under some domestic pressure as well, got about a minute left. Well, yeah, obviously within Israel there is a quite a right wing government here at the moment. There are senior members of Nettaya who's Netanya whose cabinet, who are far on the right and very much against this idea of a two state solution and want to see a continued Israeli security presence inside the Gaza Strip. They have very little faith in any to come out of the Gaza Strip. So clearly Netanyahu's going to have to thread the needle here between what the international community wants and the pressures he's facing internally to be much more hardlined. Okay, Simon, thanks for this. We'll be checking back with you in the days and weeks to come. Simon Marks of Bloomberg News joining us this morning from Tel Aviv on day five now of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with the expectation that more hostages will be released today in exchange for Palestinian prisoners out of Israel. This is Bloomberg Daybreak Today, your morning brief on the story's making news from Wall Street to Washington and beyond. 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Since the founding of America, spouses and relatives have served as White House hostess, public servant, and unofficial presidential adviser. Their role has come to be known as first lady but the accomplishments of many have gone unrecognized - until now. Anita McBride was an assistant to President George W. Bush and Chief of Staff to First Lady Laura Bush, and is the current director of American University's First Ladies Initiative. She is also a founding member of the First Ladies Association for Research and Education (FLARE) alongside Diana Carlin and Nancy Kegan Smith. These three have co-authored a new college textbook called “U.S. First Ladies: Making History and Leaving Legacies.” The textbook is the first of its kind, and includes a foreword by First Lady Dr. Jill Biden. There will also be a trade book released called "Remember the First Ladies: The Legacies of America's History-Making Women." Association president and host Stewart McLaurin sat down with Anita at the Dolley Madison House in Washington, DC for an insightful interview that reveals a fascinating history of how first ladies have influenced American society, public policy, diplomacy, and life in the White House.
In part one of our special ‘In the Room' series, we look back on the chilling moments that followed the September 11 terror attacks, meeting top aides who were rushed onto Air Force One with US president George W Bush, a Secret Service agent tasked with protecting first lady Laura Bush and a staffer who was evacuated from the White House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For this week's Overlap Podcast, we ask a simple question: what do actor LeVar Burton, former First Ladies Barbara and Laura Bush, and Drag Queen Supreme RuPaul Andre Charles all have in common? Answer: they all know that “Reading is Fundamental.” This week, our boys Sid and Keith discuss why everyone must make reading an intentional and regular practice if they want to be successful in business and in life. (And we learn that Keith can, in fact, read, which is the shocker of the year thus far as we had $20 on him being a functioning adult illiterate … and that, children, is “shade,” not “reading,” since “Shade is, I don't have to tell you you're ugly because you already know you're ugly,” per the infamous Dorian Corey of “Paris is Burning” fame.) So, peruse some pages as you enjoy this week's episode because the library is open, children.
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Cherie Harder discusses the state of political discourse in the United States and the task of helping leaders to more effectively cultivate ideas and Christian thought amidst today's wider conversations. Cherie Harder is president of the Trinity Forum and formerly served in the White House as special assistant to the president and director of policy and projects for First Lady Laura Bush.
Today we at StraightioLab Inc. are thrilled to celebrate Pride by presenting a special, potentially once-in-a-lifetime episode of our sister podcast GaytioLab, the podcast that unpacks gay culture. That's right! Up is down, down is up, and gay guys are basically girls this week as we turn the spotlight on ourselves and our community with icon Macy Rodman. After deliberating over many topics, we decide to talk about women. Is stanning toxic? Is Laura Bush putting the "Questioning" back in LGBTQ? And is the word "complex" the new c-word? Yes, yes, and needless to say yes! We can never be wrong so let's cheers to that, mawmas! Get tickets to our tour here: www.linktree.com/straightiolabSubscribe to our Patreon at patreon.com/straightiolab for bonus episodes twice a month and don't forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, CPF hosts an all-star panel discussion with Fall 2022 CPF Fellow Noelia Rodriguez, Hector Hernandez, and Maria Romero-Morales as they discuss their experiences working in the White House and their careers, including the challenges and discrimination they faced, as trailblazing Mexican Americans. Featuring: Hector Hernandez: Former Special Agent, U.S. Secret Service Noelia Rodriguez: Former Press Secretary and Communications Director to Laura Bush; Chief of Staff, Metrolink; Fall 2022 Fellow, USC Center for the Political Future Maria Romero-Morales: Assistant Chief Diversity Officer for Communication, Community and Student Engagement, USC