Podcasts about frontline

Today's episode of Out of Patients welcomes Dr Pamela Buchanan, an emergency room physician with over 20 years inside American medicine who refuses to sugarcoat what the job demands and what it destroys. She worked straight through COVID as protocols changed by the day and deaths arrived faster than anyone could process. She logged 80 to 100 hour weeks. She isolated from her family to avoid bringing the virus home. Over time, survival began to feel negotiable.Dr Buchanan speaks openly about burnout as emotional flatline and about physician suicide as a predictable outcome that leadership prefers to ignore. She describes the ER as the catch all for a broken system and explains why chronic care collapses there by design. She shares the reality of trying to access mental health care while still practicing medicine, calling dozens of therapists, getting nowhere, and spending $10,000 to $15,000 out of pocket just to stay alive and functional.Listeners will hear how neurodivergence shaped her career in emergency medicine, how race and trust intersect inside hospital walls, and why doctors are leaving in waves. This conversation carries clarity, anger, humor, and hard earned truth from someone who stayed long enough to name the damage.RELATED LINKSDr Pamela BuchananStrong MedicineDr Pamela Buchanan on LinkedInDr Pamela Buchanan on InstagramEmotional Flatline articleKevinMD essay by Dr Pamela BuchananFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nobel laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk and Deputy Minister Alona Shkrum join Lisa Burke to discuss the Advocacy Coalition and the cost of silence for Europe My Guests: - Her Excellency Ambassador Barbara Karpetová, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg - Inna Yaramenko, the Representative of the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, and Vice President at LUkraine - Oleksandra Matviichuk, Chairwoman of the Center for Civil Liberties, which was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2022. - Alona Shkrum, First Deputy Minister for Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine. - Kristina Mikulova, Head of Regional Hub for Eastern Europe for the European Investment Bank In this powerful episode, the conversation shifts from the abstract concept of 'aid' to the urgent reality of strategic investment in European security. As Ukraine enters its fourth year of full-scale invasion, a new initiative has been developed by Ambassador Karpetová with the help of Inna Yaramenko. 'The Advocacy Coalition - Defending Our Future Now' has launched in Luxembourg to remind the continent that defending Ukraine is synonymous with defending the future of democracy itself. This year-long set of events will pass the baton between the founding embassies: Belgium, the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, and the United Kingdom, to stand united in the conviction that defending Ukraine means defending Europe's future. Beyond Charity: A Strategic Investment Supporting Ukraine in 2026 is now viewed as a strategic investment in the infrastructure of European security. Alona Shkrum, Ukraine's First Deputy Minister for Reconstruction, explained that waiting for hostilities to cease before rebuilding is not an option. "If we do not reconstruct water, utilities, energy supply, schools, and hospitals, then people will leave," she noted, emphasising that keeping the economy functioning allows Ukraine to fund its own defence and protect the eastern borders of the European Union. The scale of destruction is staggering: the road damage alone is equivalent to the distance from Luxembourg to Iran, and the amount of housing destroyed, over 3 million units, exceeds the total housing stock of Denmark. Humanising the Numbers Whilst the statistics are overwhelming, Nobel Peace Prize laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk focuses on "humanising the numbers". She shared the harrowing story of 10-year-old Ilya from Mariupol, whose mother died in his arms in a frozen apartment after they were caught in Russian shelling. Matviichuk also recounted the experience of Professor Irak Kyvslovski, a philosopher who spent 700 days in captivity and gave lectures on philosophy to rats in his solitary cell just to hear a human voice. "Dignity is action," Matviichuk told the audience, asserting that the "accountability gap" in international law must be closed by establishing a Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression. A Year of Intensive Advocacy The Advocacy Coalition, a partnership between LUkraine, the European Commission, and nine resident embassies in Luxembourg (but they're open for more partners), will host monthly events throughout 2026. These events will tackle critical themes such as countering disinformation, reconstruction, and the role of the Ukrainian diaspora. The first event will take place at the European Parliament in Luxembourg on March 23, featuring a keynote address by Matviichuk, focussing on the abducted children. Unity as the Strongest Weapon The message from my guests underlines that unity is the strongest weapon against authoritarianism. As Ambassador Barbara Karpetová noted, even a small nation like Luxembourg can provide "shared inspiration" by standing together, mirroring the visionary leadership of historical figures like Pierre Werner, former Prime Minister of Luxembourg, whose home she now resides in. The Power of Ordinary People Matviichuk emphasises that "ordinary people can do extraordinary things". Inna cites the 700 Luxembourgish families who offered to host refugees within just three days after the invasion began. Digital Engagement: The Coalition is launching an Advocacy Platform, a digital ecosystem featuring authentic testimonies from diplomats, volunteers, and citizens to humanise the impact of solidarity.

Did the NFL cover up what they knew? Is football causing early dementia? Mark Fainaru-Wada is an award-winning investigative reporter & journalist with ESPN. He's also the co- author of League of Denial, the book co-written with his brother, that inspired the Frontline documentary by the same name.In this episode, you'll hear how the discovery of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy – CTE – sparked investigations & research & denial. Mark unpacks our culture comfort with violence, the danger of blaming everything on CTE & what it took get the NFL to address concussion injury concerns. If you like this episode, you'll also like episode 204: ARE LOW FAT DIETS HEALTHY? HEART HEALTH & HECKLERS [REMASTERED]   Guest:https://a.co/d/0iybv8zhhttps://youtu.be/SedClkAnclk?si=uAp4KvLWOCSKqGe3 Host:  https://www.meredithforreal.com/  https://www.instagram.com/meredithforreal/ meredith@meredithforreal.comhttps://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal  https://www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovert  Sponsors: https://www.jordanharbinger.com/starterpacks/ https://www.historicpensacola.org/about-us/  01:22 — Has interest in CTE faded since the documentary?01:38 — The story that launched the investigation02:37 — Minimization or an actual cover-up?04:32 — What CTE actually looks like in real life05:00 — The hidden danger: repetitive hits07:50 — Why football is harder to confront than smoking08:43 — Our cultural comfort with violence11:23 — The difference between TV and the sideline12:30 — Frequency vs intensity of brain trauma13:28 — The high percentage of CTE in former players14:05 — Could anything else cause CTE?15:02 — When the NFL finally acknowledged the link16:05 — The lawsuits and congressional pressure16:33 — Why ESPN supported the investigation19:12 — “There is no Santa”: confronting fan identity19:49 — How fans rationalize uncomfortable facts21:12 — Why some people still call CTE bad science22:21 — Financial incentives behind the doubt22:53 — The religious undertones of football culture23:23 — The gladiator appeal of football players24:34 — Why football feels mythic in America25:41 — Why youth football is a separate debate26:11 — The question every parent asks27:05 — Why more kids are switching to flag football27:38 — The NFL's marketing push toward moms29:52 — When is tackle football “safe”?31:26 — New rules to limit head impacts33:11 — When marketing meets safety messaging33:44 — Why football can't admit its core problem33:50 — Can better helmets solve brain trauma?35:00 — Why helmets were never the real solution36:05 — The danger of blaming everything on CTE36:42 — Why the brain is always complicated38:36 — Why nuance keeps getting lost40:21 — The race and class dynamics of youth football42:09 — The future of CTE research43:41 — Final reflections on football's uncertain futureRequest to join my private Facebook Group, MFR Curious Insiders https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BAt3bpwJC/

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In this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, LawPod host Justine Van Essen speaks with Sonya McMullan, who has worked with Women's Aid for almost 30 years, combining frontline expertise with sustained policy advocacy to influence major legislative change in Northern Ireland.The episode explores how lived experience, frontline services, and strategic lobbying intersect to shape laws that protect victims and survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. Sonya charts the evolution of Women's Aid's work: from the development of the first 24/7 domestic abuse helpline in the mid‑1990s, to the introduction of landmark legislation such as the Domestic Abuse and Civil Proceedings Act (NI), the Justice (Sexual Offences and Trafficking) Act, and the non-fatal strangulation offence.She also sheds light on persistent challenges: under-resourcing, gaps in police training, complex legislative delays, barriers to legal aid, and the urgent need for better protection orders. But the conversation also showcases promising developments including the Domestic Abuse Court pilot, new prevention programmes in schools, and initiatives supporting medical, nursing, social work, and law students to recognise and respond to domestic abuse.https://www.womensaidni.org/

来月で東日本大震災から15年。 復興の歩みは、いまどこまで進んでいるのか。 そして、私たちは次の災害にどう備えるのか。 『あの日から15年　それぞれの復興』と題して 一か月にわたり、防災 FRONT LINEでお伝えします。 震災のボランティアをきっかけに移住した根岸えまさんが手掛けている、若手漁師の担い手育成事業。 その事業がきっかけで気仙沼に移り住んだ、牡蠣の養殖をしている若手漁師。 そんな若い世代に、被災地の人達の姿はどう見えているのか、お伝えします。

Rob Robinson discusses the evolution of his podcast, "Philosophy From the Front Line," focusing on the intersection of philosophy, entrepreneurship, and veteran transition. He highlights his busy schedule in the technology field, particularly during trade show season, and his involvement with As for Football, where he hosts the college football roundtable and the Army football show. Robinson introduces new team members, Omar and Lynn Fern, and plans to release monthly shows in 2026. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's role, whether in the military or commercial world, and shares insights on leadership, team building, and the challenges veterans face in transitioning to civilian life.As mentionedAs For Football - https://www.asforfootball.com/https://www.patreon.com/cw/AsForFootball@asforfootball on X Lynn Fern Photography - https://www.lynnfern.com/ @lynnfernphotog on X@lynnfernphotography) - Instagram  @OmarRashonBorja- The Burger Pauper  on X as For Football's Resident Historian The Beaten Zone – John Mark Wilson's Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@TheBeatenZone https://operationfreedompaws.org/God's of War – The Legend of Blackhawk Company 1-23 Infantry By Joe Troutman https://a.co/d/0gUUgBNtJoe, I, and 1SG Swift will be on the Beaten Zone in the next few weeks. Look for that episode too. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/philosophy-from-the-front-line--4319845/support.Disclaimer: The content of the "Philosophy From the Front Line" podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations or sponsors. This podcast does not offer legal, financial, or professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult appropriate professionals before making decisions based on the content presented. "Philosophy From the Front Line" assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content or for actions taken based on the information provided during the podcast episodes. Fair Use Statement: This podcast may contain copyrighted material not specifically authorized by the copyright owner. "Philosophy From the Front Line" is making such material available to educate, inform, and provide commentary under the "Fair Use" provisions of U.S. copyright law (Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act). We believe this constitutes a fair use of any such copyrighted material as it is:Used for non-commercial, educational, or research purposes.Critically analyzed, reviewed, or discussed.Used in a transformative way that adds new meaning or message to the original work.If you own any content used and believe it infringes on your copyright, please contact us directly, and we will address the matter promptly. 

Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! In this episode, Vickie Lanthier — author of High Agency Human: Navigate Adversity and Live Big and former military leader with four deployments — shares practical strategies for building personal agency in high-pressure environments like manufacturing. Drawing from her 14-year military career and entrepreneurial experience, she connects resilience and intentional decision-making directly to the realities of operations management, production management, and modern plant leadership. You'll learn why running at constant surge capacity undermines production efficiency and long-term manufacturing productivity, and how building operational "buffers" strengthens performance management, process optimization, and sustainable KPI management. This conversation is especially relevant for frontline supervisors and shift supervisors navigating daily disruptions while trying to maintain results without burning out their teams. Vickie breaks down how proactive leadership development, intentional management training, and practical coaching skills improve workforce development, talent retention, and employee satisfaction — particularly as the millennial workforce and Gen Z manufacturing professionals step into larger roles. She also highlights the connection between personal wellbeing, safety leadership, and a strong safety culture, reinforcing that operational excellence starts with healthy, prepared leaders. This discussion bridges the gap between human performance and operational excellence, showing manufacturing leaders how to move from reactive firefighting to intentional change management, stronger problem solving, and more resilient plant leadership. 2:00 – In operations management and production management, adversity is daily, making strong plant leadership essential to move from reactive firefighting to intentional execution. 04:30 – High agency thinking equips shift supervisors and frontline supervisors to lead proactive change management instead of blaming systems or circumstances. 06:12 – Building buffers during stable periods strengthens operations management, improves production efficiency, and supports long-term manufacturing productivity. 07:19 – Financial discipline at work reinforces responsible production management, smarter resource allocation, and stronger KPI management across departments. 09:44 – When leaders model financial clarity and career pathways, they support workforce development, talent retention, and engagement across the millennial workforce and Gen Z manufacturing employees. 14:00 – Promoting for readiness rather than desperation strengthens leadership development, improves performance management, and builds a sustainable bench for plant leadership. 16:27 – Prioritizing health, boundaries, and burnout prevention improves employee satisfaction, supports work-life balance, and protects overall manufacturing productivity. 18:33 – Investing in mental health awareness and proactive check-ins strengthens safety leadership, reinforces a positive safety culture, and improves team-level conflict resolution. 22:30 – Pulling the "emergency brake" during overload enables smarter change management, clearer problem solving, and better long-term process optimization. 25:09 – Running at 110% capacity without systems thinking undermines production efficiency, weakens quality management, and signals gaps in sustainable operations management. 27:00 – Clear contingency planning enhances production management, stabilizes KPI management, and improves responsiveness in high-pressure environments. 30:30 – Practicing skills during calm periods strengthens management training, sharpens coaching skills, and drives measurable gains in manufacturing productivity. 33:49 – Distributing responsibility beyond supervisors accelerates leadership development, strengthens communication skills, and supports long-term workforce development. 35:00 – Empowering junior team members to lead drills reinforces safety leadership, improves problem solving, and embeds resilience into everyday plant leadership. 36:30 – Sustainable high performance comes from disciplined operations management, intentional performance management, and continuous process optimization, not relentless pressure. 38:00 – Leaders who model high agency behaviors improve employee satisfaction, strengthen talent retention, and elevate overall production efficiency and manufacturing productivity. Connect with Vickie Lanthier: Find her online at https://www.vickiemlanthier.com/ and https://www.vickiemlanthier.com/high-agency-human Connect on LinkedIn Find her on Instagram: @highagencyhuman

Register for ATD Intensive: https://atdintensive.td.org/ Frontline employees represent 70–80% of the global workforce, yet they're often the least supported. In this episode of ATD's Accidental Trainer, JD Dillon, author of The Frontline Enablement Playbook, and Shannon Davis, Talent Development Manager at MAREK, unpack what organizations consistently misunderstand about frontline work and what it really takes to enable performance across industries. From retail and healthcare to construction and hospitality, the conversation explores commonalities across frontline workforces, creating learning programs for deskless workers, and how AI fits into the picture. JD shares insights from his work across movie theaters, Walt Disney theme parks, higher education, and global logistics, while Shannon brings a frontline-first mindset from her work in construction and talent development leadership. Resources: JD's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jddillon/  JD's website: https://jddillon.com/  Shannon's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-davis1938/  Intensive Website: https://atdintensive.td.org/

Back in the early 90s, while attending college in London, Ontario, Canada, my buddy Aaron and I'd made the drive back and forth to Toronto on a regular basis, and it was on these numerous rides that we'd stack the pockets with our cassettes - road trip soundtracks, and one of our favourites was Two Seven's Clash by Culture. Fire up the engine, insert the tape and kick off with See Them A Come, one of my all-time favourite cuts, and we'd be jacked up and ready to roll. During college, Aaron, I, and another buddy, Marcus, journeyed to Toronto to catch Culture at The Great Hall - to say this was a magical musical night would be doing it a disservice. We had balcony seats right above the stage, so we could catch everything up close. Seeing Hill with the backup singers, lock-step groove, sweet harmonies - it was an out-of-body experience, that could have been down to the little spliff that we'd partaken in beforehand, but whatever the reason, this concert, the countless hours of being on the road have left music of Culture indelibly marked in my musical consciousness. So today I shine the musical spotlight back to the early years of Culture in the mix Culture: Roots Reggae's Most Righteous Voice Jamaica in the mid-70s was a pressure cooker. Political violence, poverty, and a deep spiritual hunger for something beyond the immediate reality of Kingston's yards and tenements all found a voice in roots reggae, and few groups channelled that voice more purely than Culture. The group came together in 1976, initially calling themselves the African Disciples: Joseph Hill on lead vocals, his cousin Albert “Ralph” Walker, and Roy “Kenneth” Dayes on harmonies. Hill had already put in his time as a percussionist with the Soul Defenders, the house band at the legendary Studio One, and had been working the sound system circuit for years before stepping out front. He knew the machinery of Jamaican music from the inside. They rebranded as Culture, found their producers in Joe Gibbs and engineer Errol Thompson, and cut a run of singles that crackled with urgency, among them “Two Sevens Clash.” The song predicted apocalyptic consequences for 7 July 1977. When that date arrived, large numbers of Jamaicans reportedly stayed home. Shops closed. People waited. The record had crossed the line from music into prophecy. Those singles became the backbone of their 1977 debut album, also titled Two Sevens Clash — dense with Rastafarian theology, political fury, and some of the tightest three-part harmonies in reggae. Rolling Stone would later name it one of the 50 all-time coolest records ever made, the only reggae album to make that list. Not a bad debut. After the Gibbs sessions, Culture moved to producer Sonia Pottinger's High Note label, one of the very few labels run by women in Jamaican music at the time. She brought in the best session players available: Robbie Shakespeare and Sly Dunbar in the rhythm section, Ansel Collins on keys, Cedric Brooks on horns, and percussionist Sticky. The result was a run of records that still holds up: Harder Than the Rest (1978), Cumbolo (1979), and International Herb (1979). Three albums in roughly two years, each one focused and fully realised. The UK connection proved crucial. Two Sevens Clash had been finding its way into the hands of British punk fans as much as reggae fans, largely through John Peel's BBC Radio 1 show, and it charted at number 60 on the UK Albums Chart in April 1978. Virgin Records signed the group to its Front Line imprint, giving Culture international distribution just as their output was peaking. At the time of the first Rolling Stone Record Guide, Culture was the only act in any genre whose entire catalogue received five-star reviews across the board. The original lineup dissolved in 1981, but reunited in 1986 and returned with two strong albums rather than coasting on reputation. The 1990s brought further records on Shanachie and Ras Records, often with Sly and Robbie back in the rhythm section. Joseph Hill died in August 2006 while on tour in Europe, collapsing mid-performance. What happened next became part of the Culture story in its own right. His son Kenyatta stepped up and completed the remaining nineteen shows of the tour. Critics and fans were stunned. The voices were eerily similar, the conviction just as real. The phrase that circulated afterwards said it plainly: magic, not tragic. Kenyatta has led the group ever since, alongside original founding member Albert Walker. Fifty years on, Two Sevens Clash still sounds like a warning. PLAYLIST Culture - Iron Sharpening Iron - 2000 Digital Remaster Culture - See Them A Come Culture - The International Herb Culture - Behold I Come Culture - Two Sevens Clash Culture - Them A Payaka Culture - Stop The Fussing And Fighting - 2000 Digital Remaster Culture - I'm Not Ashamed Culture - Natty Never Get Weary - Remastered 2000 Culture - Addis Ababa Culture - Baldhead Bridge Culture - Zion Gate Culture - Tell Me Where You Get It - 2000 Digital Remaster Culture - Down In Jamaica - 2000 Digital Remaster Culture - Love Shine Bright - 2000 Digital Remaster Culture - The Shepherd - 2001 Digital Remaster

How the Customer Journey Evolves with AI Integration    Shep interviews Megan Glasow, Vice President of Salesforce at Perficient. She talks about how companies can use AI to enhance the customer experience by blending technology with human touch, updating outdated processes, and measuring value.    This episode of Amazing Business Radio with Shep Hyken answers the following questions and more:    What role does AI play in transforming modern customer service processes?  How can companies effectively balance automation and human interaction?  What are the risks of automating outdated or inefficient business processes?  Why is a proactive approach important in delivering excellent customer experiences?  How can organizations measure the value of new customer experience technologies?  Top Takeaways:    Don't automate what Glasow calls “crap processes.” Before layering in AI and other digital tools, organizations must simplify and improve their existing processes. If a workflow is confusing or inefficient to handle manually, automating it will only spread the frustration to employees and customers more quickly.  Transformation is not just about buying new technology. It means sitting down with your customers to understand where they are and where they want to be. It is partnering with your customers to create the vision, the process, and the outcomes together.  Frontline employees are frequently blamed for poor service. But the real issue is often the outdated infrastructure and processes behind them.  In adopting an AI-first strategy, look across the organization and identify where intelligence, automation, and augmentation can improve efficiency, and customer interactions. Successful companies are not replacing people with AI. They are combining smart, AI-powered systems with capable, empathetic employees.   Customers will choose the simplest path every time, whether that's self-service or talking with a real person. If you make it easy for your customers, they will keep coming back.  Use AI as a tool to become more proactive, not just more efficient. Use it to anticipate what customers might need next, so you're ready with solutions before they even ask. This allows human agents to focus on moments that require empathy, creativity, and understanding.   Align your team, from the leadership to the frontlines, around a clear vision for the customer experience you want to deliver. Decide on the experiences you want to create, then mobilize your people and AI to make that a reality.  Plus, Shep and Megan discuss why organizations need to be "customer zero" for new platforms they want to implement for their customers. Tune in!  Quotes:   "When designing your customer journey, consider what should be handled by AI, what should be handled by humans, and how they should work together to enable your employees to provide a more empathetic customer experience."     About:    Megan Glasow is the Vice President of Salesforce at Perficient. With deep experience in the Salesforce ecosystem, she helps organizations drive AI-first transformation initiatives.    Shep Hyken is a customer service and experience expert, New York Times bestselling author, award-winning keynote speaker, and host of Amazing Business Radio.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People have been declaring “the store is dead” for years. They were wrong. What's actually dying is lazy retail. Stop leading from the top down. In this episode of Rethink Retail, experts Linda Johansen, David Polinchock, and Paula Angelucci reveal why a successful frontline retail strategy starts on the shop floor. Key Takeaways: - Respect the Peak: Move corporate planning to Mondays to protect high traffic weekends for the customer. - Authentic Connections: Why "Welcome in" fails and how to build genuine trust with savvy shoppers. - The AI Unlock: Using generative tools to provide real time expertise to store associates. Incentivized Loyalty: Closing the gap between in store service and online conversions.

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Walker sits down with infection control specialist Muhammad Halwani to explore what it really takes to prevent and manage infectious disease threats in extreme environments.From the early days of MERS in 2012 to the global arrival of COVID 19, Muhammad walks through the realities of outbreak response in Saudi Arabia, the challenges of training frontline teams, the role of rapid diagnostics, antibiotic resistance, and how public health systems adapt under pressure.Together they discuss:• The lessons learned from managing MERS and how they shaped COVID 19 preparedness• Diagnostic challenges and the evolution of infection control protocols• Training healthcare providers to work safely in high risk environments• Public health communication, leadership, and societal compliance• How antibiotic resistance shapes care in the field• Why extreme environments require unique infection control approachesThey also explore the growing appetite for extreme medicine training in Saudi Arabia, and the need for specialised courses, fellowships, and international collaboration.

Monica Robinson is a seasoned leader in workforce advancement, with a rich background as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and various leadership roles within the field. She currently serves as the Vice President of Workforce Advancement at the New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation, where she advocates for the workforce's voices and perspectives to be at the forefront. Monica's career trajectory reflects her dedication to valuing people's strengths and contributions.Episode Summary:In this engaging episode of DSP Talk, host Asheley Blaise dives into the vital topic of transitioning from a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to a Frontline Supervisor. Joined by Monica Robinson, they unravel the mindset shifts and responsibilities that characterize this essential career move. Monica draws on her substantial experience to illuminate the discussion, highlighting the transition's demands and the personal growth it necessitates.The episode provides deep insights into the core shifts required when stepping into a supervisory role. Listeners will learn about the importance of supporting the workforce rather than just focusing on the people receiving services, and how empowering staff through mentorship and guidance fosters a robust team environment. Asheley and Monica discuss the pitfalls of micromanagement and the power dynamics that emerge when colleagues become supervisors. With real-life examples and heartfelt advice, this episode is rich in practical strategies and emotional wisdom essential for anyone moving up in the Human Services field.Key Takeaways:Transitioning from DSP to a Frontline Supervisor entails shifting focus from direct service to team development and support.Maintaining a balance between support and accountability strengthens team dynamics and service delivery.Emotional intelligence and self-awareness are pivotal skills for managing the responsibilities and challenges faced as a supervisor.Leaders should strive to foster an environment of trust and empowerment, reducing reliance on crisis-driven oversight.Notable Quotes:"The biggest mind shift is understanding that I was no longer supporting the people receiving services. My role changed, and I was supporting the team." - Monica Robinson"A frontline supervisor's job is to be there, to mentor, to coach, to guide, to support that team." - Monica Robinson"Avoiding accountability doesn't protect staff. It weakens the team and affects the people receiving services." - Asheley Blaise"Empower your team, and the phone calls will drastically reduce." - Monica RobinsonResources:New York Alliance for Inclusion and InnovationTune into the full episode to gain a deeper understanding of these insights and stay updated with more profound discussions on advancing in the field of support and supervision from DSP Talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Understanding the Frontline Workforce. As our research point out, more than 70% of all US workers (80% Worldwide) work in a frontline (customer facing or operational facing) role. We all have teams in these positions so it's important for business and HR leaders to understand this space. This is the first podcast in a series with Josh Secrest, the head of marketing at Paradox, an innovative AI company that pioneered conversational recruiting from end to end. Not only does Josh S. know a lot about the frontline, he has leadership roles at the National Restaurant Association and National Retail Federation, and also has experience leading talent management at McDonald's and leading culture at Abercrombie. Josh and I will be sharing a series of conversations to help you understand best-practices in high-volume recruiting, frontline workforce management, and the economics and financial business case for automation in this space. This episode features a deep discussion on the critical role of frontline workers in the workforce, exploring how technology, management, and strategic support can transform frontline work environments. It highlights innovative practices and future trends in supporting frontline employees across retail, hospitality, and healthcare sectors. Keywords frontline workers, workforce strategy, HR technology, AI in HR, employee retention, frontline management, retail, hospitality, workforce support, digital transformation Key topics Importance of frontline workers Impact of technology and AI on frontline support Role of frontline managers in business success Additional Information Powering the Frontline Workforce: How Frontline-First Companies Thrive (research) Josh Bersin Company Highlights Cost of Neglecting Frontline Workers (research) An Exploration into the Frontline Workforce with Josh Bersin (video) Tailor your HR and Management Programs for Frontline Work with Galileo, the Expert AI Agent for HR Chapters (00:00:03) - Josh Seacrest(00:01:16) - Workers on the Frontline(00:02:26) - The Power of a Front-Line Manager(00:03:39) - The Impact of Frontline on Business(00:05:37) - The Role of Frontline Workers(00:11:59) - McDonald's On AI & The Future of Workforce(00:14:46) - Backline Manager: The Future of Data-driven Business(00:16:52) - Employee Care in the Future(00:19:38) - Give Your Employees More Money(00:21:23) - Fast Food On The Podcast(00:22:30) - The New Talent: 711 and More(00:25:48) - Josh on the Business of Segmentation

ゲスト：永井玲衣さん（哲学者） 2026年3月3日（火）「FrontLine Session」より。 発信型ニュース・プロジェクト「荻上チキ・Session」 ★月～金曜日　17:00～20:00　TBSラジオで生放送 パーソナリティ：荻上チキ、西川あやの（代演） 番組HP：⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠荻上チキ・Session⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 番組メールアドレス：⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ss954@tbs.co.jp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 番組Xアカウント：⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Session_1530⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ハッシュタグは ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#ss954 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the AviationPros podcast, Ground Support Worldwide Editor Jenny Lescohier talks with Maria Fernandez de Cordoba, CEO of Grupo EULEN USA, about the competitive realities of the U.S. ground handling sector. She explains how the company is investing in advanced workforce planning and software to better manage irregular operations and support airline on-time performance. Fernandez de Cordoba highlights the importance of frontline leadership in improving workforce recruitment and retention, emphasizing leadership development, cross-training and educational partnerships as core strategies. 

Today on The Editors, Rich, Charlie, Jim, and MBD discuss the operation in Iran and nothing else. Editors' Picks: Rich: Andrew Roberts's piece “Churchill Is Still on the Front Line of the Culture War” Charlie: NR's Editorial “The Epstein Panic” Jim: Noah's piece “Iran's Last-Stand Strategy” MBD: Ross's magazine piece “Wuthering Heights Is Gothic Barbie Smut" Light Items: Rich: Napoleon Dynamite Charlie: Fire table Jim: Twin Peaks MBD: Spring weather Sponsors:Made InDonorsTrustVaer This podcast was edited and produced by Sarah Colleen Schutte. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

出演：安田菜津紀さん（認定NPO法人「Dialogue for People」副代表、フォトジャーナリスト） 2026年3月2日（月）「FrontLine Session」より 発信型ニュース・プロジェクト「荻上チキ・Session」 ★月～金曜日　17:00～20:00　TBSラジオで生放送 パーソナリティ：荻上チキ、片桐千晶（代演） 番組HP：⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠荻上チキ・Session⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 番組メールアドレス：⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ss954@tbs.co.jp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 番組Xアカウント：⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Session_1530⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ハッシュタグは ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#ss954 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Speaker: Donal Cogdell   Scripture: Luke 4:1-14

Send a textThis episode of Sirens, Slammers and Service brings the heat with Jayne Hutchison, who walks us through her career transition into her current role as a Marshal with the Saskatchewan Marshals Service—one of the newest and fastest-evolving law enforcement agencies in Canada. Jayne reflects on her path through the Saskatchewan Highway Patrol and Alberta Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, and what it really takes to step into a brand-new policing mandate. We dig into the realities of the demanding POPAT physical test, the importance of adaptability, and why chasing your goals—especially when they feel uncomfortable—matters. She also breaks down the collaborative mandate of the Saskatchewan Marshal Service, their current focus on warrant apprehension, and how they're supporting agencies across the province as the organization rapidly grows. If you've ever been curious about a career with the Saskatchewan Marshals Service, this episode is a must-listen—and yes, Jayne makes it clear: reach out and ask questions. Opportunity favours the bold.

In the final part of this three-part episode of the Mike Drop Podcast, host Mike Ritland wraps up the conversation with former British Army sniper Ted Shirley. Ted shares his path to recovery from severe PTSD through civilian therapy, grounding techniques, EMDR, mindfulness, plant medicines, and years of hard work. He describes backpacking the world, rediscovering music, writing his book Afghanistan Sniper: Trauma on the Frontline and Beyond, giving mental health talks to veterans and military leaders, and reaching full remission—no longer carrying the diagnosis. A moving close full of hope, purpose, and the clear message that complete healing from combat trauma is possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recorded live at the NRF Big Show in New York, this episode of The Voice of Retail features Matthew Guiste, Global Retail Technology Strategist at Zebra Technologies, for a strategic discussion on how AI, RFID, and frontline enablement are redefining modern retail. Zebra Technologies, a $5+ billion global enterprise and pioneer in barcode scanning, now powers retail operations through mobile computing, RFID, computer vision, and AI-driven solutions. Guiste explains how Zebra's evolution is centered on enabling frontline associates with embedded intelligence — delivering AI capabilities directly into handheld devices and wearable tools used in-store. A core theme of the conversation is what Guiste calls increasing “technology density” — ensuring more associates have access to connected devices, task engines, communication platforms, and real-time data capture tools. Retailers that invest in frontline enablement see measurable productivity gains and improved employee retention. According to Zebra's 18th Annual Global Shopper Study, nine out of ten associates feel more positive about employers who provide modern digital tools. The discussion explores major operational friction points, starting with inventory accuracy — one of retail's most persistent blind spots. With industry-wide accuracy rates often hovering between 60–70%, omnichannel promises like buy online, pick up in store (BOPIS) become vulnerable. RFID adoption, fueled by lower tag costs and retailer mandates, is emerging as a transformative lever, enabling real-time inventory visibility and smarter checkout experiences. Self-checkout also comes under scrutiny. While consumer acceptance has grown significantly since 2019, execution gaps remain. Guiste outlines how the next phase will combine RFID and computer vision to reduce scanning errors, shrink loss, and move toward seamless self-checkout experiences. Returns management is another strategic priority. With return fraud estimated in the tens of billions annually, AI-powered computer vision tools can now assist associates in disposition decisions — determining whether items return to shelf, warehouse, or liquidation — all in real time. Looking ahead a decade, Guiste predicts fewer paper-based processes, disappearing physical receipts and credit cards, and wearable AI tools guiding associates dynamically through tasks — shifting retail from humans using machines to intelligent systems supporting human expertise. For retailers navigating AI adoption, omnichannel complexity, and workforce productivity challenges, this episode delivers clear, operationally grounded insight from one of retail technology's leading strategists. Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fifth year in a row, the National Retail Federation has designated Michael as on their Top Retail Voices for 2025, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

In this intense episode of the Mike Drop Podcast, host Mike Ritland speaks with former British Army sniper Ted Shirley about his 2009–2010 Afghanistan tour. Ted recounts mile-long confirmed kills, massive air assaults, close calls with enemy snipers, the combat high—and the brutal aftermath: severe PTSD, nightmares, aggression, addiction-like urges around killing, suicide attempts, and medical discharge. A raw, honest look at the psychological cost of being a sniper and the struggle to come home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ゲスト：能條桃子さん（「NO YOUTH NO JAPAN」代表理事、「FIFTYS PROJECT」代表） 2026年2月26日（木）「FrontLine Session」より ========================================= 発信型ニュース・プロジェクト「荻上チキ・Session」 ★月～金曜日　17:00～20:00　TBSラジオで生放送 パーソナリティ：荻上チキ、片桐千晶（南部広美さんはお休み） 番組HP：⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠荻上チキ・Session⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 番組メールアドレス：⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ss954@tbs.co.jp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 番組Xアカウント：⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Session_1530⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ハッシュタグは ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#ss954 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachel Amery sits down with Kate Forbes, the Deputy First Minister, who is standing down in May. Plus, The Scotsman's politics team reflect on Scottish Labour's chances as the party gathers for its conference in Paisley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Summary   In this episode of the Frontline Innovators Podcast, host Justin Lake welcomes Kelly Kluge, an expert in technology adoption and transformation. They discuss the critical role of frontline workers as problem solvers and thought leaders, emphasizing the need for organizations to embrace their insights and experiences. Kelly highlights the operational consequences of poor technology adoption, arguing that neglecting the input of frontline workers can lead to missed opportunities and hinder overall business performance. She advocates for a shift in mindset among leadership to recognize the value of these workers and invest in their development, rather than adhering to outdated practices that may no longer serve the organization effectively. The conversation delves into the challenges of technology adoption, particularly for frontline workers who cannot afford to take time away from their duties for training. Kelly stresses the importance of rewarding frontline workers differently and adapting training methods to better suit their needs. They also explore the intersection of people and technology, with Kelly introducing her concept of "Mind and Machine," which focuses on how technology can enhance human capabilities rather than replace them. The episode concludes with Kelly's advice to stay curious and engaged with frontline workers to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.   Key takeaways Frontline workers are problem solvers and thought leaders. Poor technology adoption can lead to significant operational consequences. Investing in frontline workers is crucial for business success. Leadership must shift their mindset to value frontline insights. Stay curious and engaged with frontline workers to improve technology adoption. Chapters   00:00 Introduction to Frontline Innovators Podcast 01:42 The Role of Frontline Workers in Technology Adoption 04:42 Kelly's Background and Experience in Transformation 06:54 Challenges of Technology Adoption for Frontline Workers 10:07 Shifting Mindsets in Leadership 15:01 The Importance of Empathy in Business 19:54 Courageous Leadership and Innovation 26:40 Mind and Machine: The Future of Work 32:50 Preparing for the Future: Embracing Change 40:44 Final Thoughts and Advice for Leaders   Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/PR6i_wsxzUI   Read our blog recap: https://www.skyllful.com/en/blog/mind-machine-transforming-frontline-workforces   Learn more about Skyllful: https://www.skyllful.com/

欢迎收听雪球出品的财经有深度,雪球,国内领先的集投资交流交易一体的综合财富管理平台,聪明的投资者都在这里。今天分享的内容叫油运进入“unknown”时刻，来自赛艇队长。近期，长锦商船在VLCC市场上大手笔收购二手船的同时高溢价租入巨量船只，综合运力已经成为第一大船东，这个逻辑之前没讲过，今天就来聊聊。长锦商船以7000多万美金的价格买入15岁以上的VLCC，同时又以日租金7万左右的价格租入大量二手老船，占全市场10%-13%运力，合规市场15%-20%的运力，正常逻辑肯定是为了实现价格垄断，从而在油运市场供需不平衡时大幅捞钱。想要赚钱，必定是要在“一定时间段内”实现垄断，我们就垄断的条件分批来看，想要实现垄断必须满足四个因素：分别是需求刚性、供给端绝对可控、竞争格局长期固化、拥有雄厚资本。高市场份额并不代表垄断，起码要满足上述四项基本因素才能实现“短期”价格垄断。一、需求刚性首先对于原油的需求是很刚性的，虽然碳中和碳达峰每天都在说，但是国际能源署基本每年都在上调需求预期。除了2020年特殊因素外，其他年份基本上需求都是增长的，2026年预测是1.05亿桶每天。中国在过去10年间贡献了全球40%的需求增量，而非OECD新兴经济体贡献了100%的增量。所以石油的需求是刚性的，那么自然运输需求也是相对刚性。VLCC核心货主是沙特阿美、BP、壳牌、埃克森美孚等全球石油巨头，以及托克、维多、嘉能可等大宗商品贸易商，他们对于运价的接受程度较高。因为一艘VLCC能装30万吨原油，大概200万桶，按照一桶70美金来算，一船的货值是1.4亿美金。我们按照TD3C航线（中东到中国）来算，单程约30天，就算10万美元一天，一共也就300万美金，占货值的2%左右，所以这些石油巨头对于运价的接受程度很高。接受程度高，不代表他们就希望长期运价高，这就需要结合下面其他的逻辑，否则22-24年运价就不会那么低了。二、供给端可控现在VLCC市场短期是没有新船可以快速下水的，目前全球大概是920艘，其中不合规的影子船队170艘上下，占比18%左右，合规船队750艘。20年以上船龄的老船占180艘，15年以上的占370艘，合计占比超过40%。在新船方面，全球已生效的VLCC订单在150艘左右，占比16%，集中在27-29年下水，基本满足20年以上的老船替代问题，我相信未来一定还有大量订单出来。但是这四年时间足够长锦商船吃得盆满钵满，这背后还是要感谢集运市场的疯狂，从20-22年的超级大周期，让大型集装箱船订单塞满了船坞，还有LNG船型的繁荣也是催化，要知道不是所有船台都能造VLCC的，只有几个大型船台才可以。所以在3-4年内，整体供给端是可控的，没办法凭空变新船出来，我相信长锦商船也是看到这点才敢下手一搏。三、竞争格局长期固化一艘VLCC的造价要1个多亿美金，资本投入很高，而投资回报长期又很低，甚至出现亏本运货的情况，所以长期也没有什么资本愿意入局，整体的竞争格局已经多年稳定了。在2020年之前主要增量在中国，因为10-20年的这十年间中国对于石油的需求增量是最大的，这个过程中孕育出了招商轮船和中远海能两家企业。再之后就没有什么特别大的行业变化了，也就是说这个行业已经安稳且艰辛的度过了10年，大家都没怎么赚到钱。另外一方面，沙特阿美、BP、埃克森美孚等石油巨头手里都有自己的船队，而且都是长期包运合同，基本自己的油大部分自己运，剩下一些走现货市场，而油运长期也不赚钱，远远不如卖油赚钱，所以这些巨头也不愿意干这个苦差事，大幅扩张运力的需求不大。综合就导致了这个行业的长期格局比较固化，这次长锦商船的杀入变成了搅混池塘的鲇鱼，一口气成为了控制运力第一大的船东，导致运价实现了几十年来最高的日均运价。四、拥有雄厚资本长锦商船是韩国第二大的综合性航运集团，在1989年于首尔成立，在航运界是一个新兵蛋子，所以比较有冲劲，不像很多百年航运企业非常重视风险。即便如此，它也没有实力短期鲸吞百艘VLCC，后面发现金主是MSC，部分VLCC的最终买方是MSC创始人Aponte家族旗下的关联实体。地中海航运就绝对有这个实力了，他是几大集运巨头中唯一没有上市的企业，也就不用披露财报也不用给股东大额分红，作为手握1000艘集装箱船的集运老大，在上一轮大周期中保守估计赚了800亿美金，扣除大量造船以及收购港口后，手里现金储备超过了200亿美金，完全有能力收购这些VLCC。所以这里要第二次感谢集运，没有上一轮大周期的支持，现在也不会出现MSC这样的绝对巨头。那么MSC这几年在集运领域做了什么事呢？大量收购二手集装箱船，大量订购新船，导致运力飙升，连续四年成为集运榜首，合计运力720万标准箱，比老二马士基+老三达飞的总和还多。手持订单交付后，控制运力直接逼近1000万标准箱，市场份额将来到25%。另外一方面，旗下控股70%的码头运营公司收购了和记港口全球的43个码头，跃升为全球最大的集装箱码头运营商。现在长锦商船这套打法就是MSC在集运上的翻版，处处都透着一股熟悉的感觉。集运最厉害的一点就是它敢停航保价。总结一下：综合来看，目前长锦商船在不知不觉中已经完成了对于VLCC行业的布局，成为油运市场最大的变量以及最性感的叙事逻辑，短期内供给端没有增量，而需求稳定，货主对于运价的接受程度非常高，是可以形成3-4年短期垄断的，给运价持续高位来带可能性。我们继续推演，长锦商船报出来后，无论是现在的油运玩家还是石油巨头都会想对策，进一步通过购买和租赁VLCC进行扩张的难度很大，而石油巨头的资本实力也非常雄厚，完全有能力自己造船以后完全自己运自己的，那么后面VLCC订单应该会井喷。这是集运和油运最大的区别，一个货主是没有能力造船的中小外贸企业，一个货主是手握巨量资金的石油巨头。但，这又如何呢？当运价维持15万一天的时候，长锦商船一年多的时间就能赚出一条老二手船的钱，3-4年或者更久的时间足够爆赚一笔了，剩下的事就交给市场了。最后如果觉得自己参与不了这个行业投资也可以不参与，市场的机会多的是，但是建议大家加点油运群之类的，多抢红包，这件事是稳赚不赔的，既能学知识又能增厚自己的钱包，起码在这种史无前例的事件下，不会空手而归。后记：当我看到长锦商船这个事件的时候，第一反应是质疑。1966年日本的出光号下水成为世界第一艘VLCC，至今已经有60年的历史了，这个过程中难道没有人干现在长锦商船的事吗？谁不想垄断赚大钱？之后我就去翻看了一下VLCC的发展史，发现确实没有。1973年石油危机后，几大国际石油巨头为了稳定供应链，下过很多VLCC的订单，当时船队总量在400艘左右，单一巨头控制40艘，大概也就是10%的运力，这是长锦商船出现之前的最高纪录。后面香港船王包玉刚出手大量买入VLCC，颠峰的时候控制了大约50艘船，而且他是先和石油巨头签订5-10年的长租合同再买的船，赚完这一笔后，包玉刚在1978年把船都卖了，精准逃顶，拿着钱开始布局地产、仓储等行业。再之后就是Frontline的传奇船王约翰・弗雷德里克森，在1990年末和2002年几个周期低点大量买入二手的VLCC，实现了穿越多轮牛熊周期，稳居油运的TOP 5。剩下的像长航油运、希腊的dryships、美国的osg、韩国的韩进都是反面教材，颠峰扩张，低谷倒闭。整体看下来，没有一个可以作为长锦商船的参考，形势完全不同。所以我说现在的油运市场，真正的进入到了“unknown”时刻。长锦商船最终会成为包玉刚、还是约翰・弗雷德里克森，亦或是MSC，一切无人知晓。你我皆是历史的见证人。

Ted Shirley, a former British Army sniper with the Royal Welsh Fusiliers and author of Afghanistan Sniper: Trauma on the Frontline and Beyond, recounts his two brutal tours in Afghanistan's Helmand Province, where he became one of the UK's deadliest snipers. He opens up about the psychological toll of combat, including PTSD, addiction to the kill, substance abuse, and suicide attempts, and shares his perspective on the assassination of Charlie Kirk through the lens of his experience with political violence. Shirley ultimately reflects on his journey toward healing through therapy, plant medicine, and deep self-reflection, offering a raw but hopeful message about recovery after war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we visit with frequent Frontline guest and education guru, Dr. Christina Shenvi, as we talk about "mastering the negotiation" with tips, pitfalls, and skills to ensure your next contract is fair and the best possible for you and your career in EM.

This week, we're taking a look back at the people who put their lives on the line each day to keep us safe. Bruce ‘Hoppo’ Hawkins is known around the world thanks to the hit TV series Bondi Rescue, but what has kept him on the beach for more than 30 years? Plus fifth generation serviceman Heston Russell opens up about the military operation that has left a permanent mental scar. And former cop Danni Brooke on what it takes to go undercover and take down dangerous criminals. LINKS Listen to the full interview with Heston Russell here Listen to the full interview with Dannii Brooke here Listen to the full interview with Hoppo here Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITS Host: Ant MiddletonEditor: Adrian WaltonExecutive Producer: Damien Haffenden Managing Producer: Ricardo Bardon Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

出演：大西連さん（認定NPO法人自立生活サポートセンター・もやい理事長） 2026年2月24日（火）「FrontLine Session」より。 発信型ニュース・プロジェクト「荻上チキ・Session」 ★月～金曜日　17:00～20:00　TBSラジオで生放送 パーソナリティ：荻上チキ、片桐千晶（代演） 番組HP：⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠荻上チキ・Session⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 番組メールアドレス：⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ss954@tbs.co.jp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 番組Xアカウント：⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Session_1530⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ハッシュタグは ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#ss954 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many companies try to solve low morale with simple perks like wellness apps, but workers often care more about real pay and career growth. The big challenge today is keeping frontline employees happy while the world worries about AI impact and high turnover. What could be the most substantial, meaningful investments leaders can make that truly build real loyalty? In this episode, Paul Marchand, EVP and CHRO of Charter Communications, more popularly known as Spectrum, discusses how to invest in people to create a better customer experience. He explains the strategy behind helping a 95,000-person workforce through absorbing rising benefit costs and programs like frictionless, prepaid tuition reimbursement and a unique employee stock purchase plan designed to build an owner mindset. Paul shares how "open mic" sessions at Charter improve their employee retention, and the way Spectrum GPT is being used to make HR more efficient. We also explore the 'high school pathways' initiative, upcoming M&A integration with Cox Communications, and how HR role evolution is turning leaders into Chief Future of Work Officers, going far beyond traditional employee management. This episode shows CHROs how to use a people-first strategy to build a resilient and competitive workforce.

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In this episode, Rob speaks with Ren Lu You, CEO of Frontline Data Solutions, about the importance of effective EHS software in managing safety processes. They discuss Ren's journey to Frontline, Frontline's suite of tools, and how organizations can benefit from integrated safety management systems. Tune in to learn more all about how Frontline works, and if it could be an option for your plant!

Episode #489: Neo grew up in Yangon, living a simple life—running a small convenience store, taking remote jobs, and spending his nights with friends, music, and beer. “I work and I play and I drink. Life was good, but things change,” he says. On the night of January 31, 2021, as he finished a hip hop track mocking junta supporters, the internet went dark. “They cut off every connection,” he recalls. “Telephone lines, internet, everything; yet my Wi-Fi didn't get cut. Maybe they forgot that service.” Through that one fragile signal, Neo confirmed the truth: “They really did a coup.” His father gave him a choice—leave the country or fight. “I immediately answered, ‘I'm going to fight back.'” Soon after, Neo left Yangon for Myawaddy and joined the resistance. At the jungle camp, life was stripped bare: “We were not well prepared, except our mental. We only had our spirit.” Between training drills, he wrote lyrics. “Some days I got four or eight bars; somedays I got the whole verse.” His songs—Pinkies vs. Guns and Nonprofit Soldier—became battle anthems of defiance. Frontline life hardened him. “If we had something to eat in the kitchen, we didn't have to go hunt,” he says. “That's the killing part.” Yet amidst the brutality, he found unity. “If you'reBuddhist, Christian, Muslim—that doesn't matter. Everyone's the same.” Neo insists their fight isn't about revenge. “It's not about how many you kill, it's about how many you save.” War changed him. “I can't say I'm a good man, but I can say I am trying not to be bad.” His name—taken from the protagonist of The Matrix—became both a shield and a vow: no going back. “I think I've already chosen the pill,” he says quietly. “So there's no going back.”

We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us!How does the retail frontline succeed, despite leadership dysfunction? The disconnect between corporate decision-making and the frontline reality has reached a breaking point. Store managers are caught holding the bag for supply chain disasters, tariffs, empty shelves, and operational chaos they never created. Join Shelley and Rachel Williamson, founder and CEO of Running Great Stores, as they unpack how frontline operational excellence is compromised when managers are denied the tools, training and authority they need to succeed. Rachel says that great leadership requires continuous investment in self-improvement, honest conversations with supervisors, and a willingness to address both wins and failures. She has spent decades turning around underperforming stores and she's witnessed firsthand what happens when flawed corporate leadership disables store teams. She is candid about the uncomfortable truth that retail has become a revolving door job instead of a career destination. The weakest link? Frontline leaders who lack the mentorship and training they need to develop the capacity for emotional intelligence. Frontline leaders who succeed have learned to take ownership of their own career development instead of depending on corporate training programs. Listen and learn why the retail profession is at risk of a leadership vacuum.Special Guest: Rachel Williamson Founder and CEO, Running Great StoresFor more strategic insights and compelling content, visit TheRobinReport.com, where you can read, watch, and listen to content from Robin Lewis and other retail industry experts, and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

In this investigative solo deep dive, Darin exposes the ongoing PFAS contamination crisis, the "forever chemicals" found in drinking water, clothing, carpets, cookware, cosmetics, food packaging, and even firefighting foam. Sparked by a Frontline investigation into the carpet industry in Dalton, Georgia, this episode expands far beyond one region and reveals a global supply chain problem affecting nearly every American. This episode is urgent. With 99% of people showing measurable PFAS levels in their blood, this is not about fear. It's about sovereignty. It's about awareness. It's about eliminating silent accumulation and reclaiming control over your environment. This is not luxury health. This is foundational freedom.     In This Episode What PFAS are and why they're called "forever chemicals" The Dalton, Georgia carpet industry case and wastewater contamination Internal corporate knowledge from 3M and DuPont decades ago Why PFAS contamination is global, not regional Everyday exposure: waterproof clothing, yoga pants, school uniforms, outdoor gear Nonstick cookware and safer alternatives Microwave popcorn bags and grease-resistant packaging Cosmetics, mascara, and fluorinated compounds Firefighting foam contamination at airports and military bases Health impacts: immune suppression, thyroid disruption, cancer risk Why water filtration is your first line of defense Emerging detox strategies: fiber, blood donation, microbiome support The role of regulation rollbacks and corporate accountability Algae-based PFAS alternatives already entering the market     Chapters 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife: sovereignty, health, and responsibility 00:00:33 – Sponsor: Truniagen NAD supplement 00:02:17 – Why this PFAS episode is urgent and investigative 00:03:07 – The Frontline documentary: Dalton, Georgia & carpet contamination 00:04:31 – What PFAS / PFOA actually do and why they were adopted 00:05:45 – "Miracle chemistry" without proper safety testing 00:06:07 – Persistence: PFAS do not break down in the environment 00:06:38 – Wastewater discharge & farmland contamination 00:07:50 – Dead livestock, contaminated groundwater & generational impact 00:08:23 – 3M, DuPont, internal documents & decades of corporate knowledge 00:08:52 – Long-chain vs short-chain PFAS replacements 00:09:20 – Clothing exposure: waterproof jackets, yoga pants, uniforms 00:10:24 – Cookware exposure & safer alternatives 00:10:57 – Cosmetics & Environmental Working Group resources 00:11:17 – Sponsor: Shakeology & seven layers of quality testing 00:13:03 – Lack of labeling transparency 00:13:20 – Firefighting foam & military base contamination 00:14:05 – Health risks: immune suppression, thyroid, cholesterol, cancer 00:14:35 – 99% of Americans have PFAS in their blood 00:15:01 – Erin Brockovich & environmental legal activism 00:15:33 – Personal action step #1: Reverse osmosis water filtration 00:16:04 – Testing well water & municipal pressure 00:16:28 – Personal action step #2: Eliminating household exposures 00:17:25 – Emerging research: oat beta glucan fiber 00:18:03 – Firefighter study: blood donation lowering PFAS levels 00:18:32 – Microbiome & mycelium detox research 00:18:56 – Moving beyond fear into empowered action 00:19:23 – Phasing out toxic clothing & upgrading environment gradually 00:20:15 – Stockholm Convention & global treaties 00:20:52 – EPA regulations & rollback frustrations 00:21:19 – Innovation outrunning safety 00:21:50 – Share this episode & create consumer pressure 00:22:28 – Clean water, clean soil, clean products as human rights 00:22:54 – Terem Labs & algae-based PFAS alternatives 00:23:27 – Building a safe home environment as first step 00:24:15 – Final call to action: demand transparency & push reform     Thank You to Our Sponsors Shakeology: Get 15% off with code DARINO1BODI at Shakeology.com. Truniagen: Go to www.truniagen.com and use code DARIN20 at checkout for 20% off     Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns, beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences     Key Takeaway PFAS shows us what happens when innovation outruns safety. This is not about panic. It's about power. Clean water, clean soil, clean products; these are not luxuries. They are the foundation of sovereignty, freedom, and long-term health. Awareness is rising. Alternatives are emerging. Industry shifts when consumers shift. Make one change today. Then another. That's how we win.     Bibliography/Sources Australian Red Cross Lifeblood / University of New England. (2022). Effect of Plasma and Blood Donations on Levels of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances in Firefighters in Australia: A Randomized Clinical Trial. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2791196 Boston University / University of Massachusetts Lowell. (2024). An oat fiber intervention for reducing PFAS body burden: A pilot study. (Published in Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.taap.2024.117163 National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (2022). Guidance on PFAS Exposure, Testing, and Clinical Follow-Up. https://nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/26156/guidance-on-pfas-exposure-testing-and-clinical-follow-up Environmental Health Perspectives. (2021). Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substance Toxicity and Human Health Review: Current State of Knowledge and Strategies for Informing Future Research. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7906952/ New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) / IARC. (2024). Carcinogenicity of Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) and Perfluorooctanesulfonic Acid (PFOS). https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMc2401611 FRONTLINE. (2024). Contaminated: The Carpet Industry's Toxic Legacy. (Investigative Documentary). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_j66vAunXk United States Environmental Protection Agency. (2024). Final PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation. https://www.epa.gov/sdwa/and-polyfluoroalkyl-substances-pfas

In this episode of the Oncology Brothers podcast we navigated the rapidly evolving treatment landscape of Metastatic Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer. We were joined by Dr. Kevin Kalinsky, Director of the Breast Cancer Program at the Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, to discuss the implications of new targeted therapies, optimal sequencing strategies, and practical toxicity management. Listen us on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31BXhY9FM4gPWG10WgE11o Follow us on social media: •⁠  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@oncologybrothers •⁠  ⁠X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/oncbrothers •⁠  ⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oncbrothers •⁠  Website: https://oncbrothers.com/ The discussion covered: • The critical role of NGS testing (tissue vs. liquid biopsy) in identifying PIK3CA, ESR1, AKT1 and PTEN alterations. • Frontline management of high-risk, endocrine-resistant disease with the inavolisib triplet (INAVO120) and its overall survival benefit. • Choosing between CDK4/6 inhibitors (abemaciclib vs. ribociclib) in de novo metastatic disease. • Post-CDK4/6 inhibitors on progression we covered, the use of oral SERDs (imlunestrant) and AKT inhibitors (capivasertib). • The "ADC explosion", sequencing T-DXd (DESTINY-Breast06), sacituzumab govitecan (TROPiCS-02), and datopotamab deruxtecan (TROPION-Breast01). • Clinical pearls for managing toxicities: stomatitis, hyperglycemia, rash, neutropenia, and ILD. Join us as we break down the latest data and provide actionable insights for the practicing oncologist. Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes in our breast cancer algorithm series! #MetastaticBreastCancer, #HRPositive, #ADCsequencing, #PIK3CA-AKT, #OncologyPodcast, #OncologyBrothers

How did PFAS chemicals, once used in popular stain-resistant carpets, end up in the water and environment in parts of Georgia, Alabama and South Carolina? FRONTLINE, The Associated Press, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, The Post and Courier and AL.com investigate what happened with these forever chemicals and the ongoing health impacts.

In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, host Jim Mayer speaks with Chuck Coxhead about the importance of evolving manufacturing practices and company culture. They discuss the need for leaders to abandon outdated thinking, the significance of differentiation in a commoditized market, and the transformative changes in business practices post-2020. Chuck shares his journey in the RF cable assembly industry, emphasizing the importance of customer experience and the buyer's journey. The conversation also touches on empowering frontline workers, achieving alignment across departments, and the future of differentiation in the industry.TakeawaysManufacturing leaders must abandon pre-2000 thinking.Culture is about how employees feel in the workplace.Differentiation is key in a commoditized market.Customer experience can set a company apart.The buyer's journey has changed significantly.Companies must adapt to new market realities post-2020.E-commerce can revolutionize the buying process.Frontline workers play a crucial role in company success.Alignment across departments is essential for growth.Trust and accountability are vital in leadership.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Manufacturing Culture Podcast01:52 Understanding Culture in the Workplace07:53 Chuck's Origin Story and Career Path11:08 The Shift from Pre-2000 Thinking16:45 Transformative Changes in Business Post-202022:39 Revolutionizing the Buyer's Journey25:24 Applying the Framework to Job Shops30:07 Empowering Frontline Workers34:11 Achieving Alignment Across Departments36:30 Creating Systems for Bold Growth41:34 The RF Frontiers Podcast43:52 Future of Differentiation in Industry46:35 Final Thoughts and Advice

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) it's the return of Lou Beckett. Lou's brilliant new book: 'Lessons from a Default Parent: Surviving the Front Line of Family Life (Without Losing Your Sh*t)' is available to buy now. Parenting Hell is available to watch on Spotify every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xxx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk Follow us on instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@parentinghell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  (Copyright 2026) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How did PFAS chemicals once used in popular stain-resistant carpets end up in the water and environment in parts of Georgia, Alabama and South Carolina? A collaborative investigation among FRONTLINE, The Associated Press, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, The Post and Courier and AL.com investigates what happened with these forever chemicals and the ongoing health impacts.

Seth and Sean react to some crazy CJ Stroud takes from Chris Simms and Ryan Fitzpatrick, assess how they think the Texans should add a front line Running Back to the roster this offseason, and assess who's a lock to still be with the Texans when the new HQ opens sometime in 2029.

Seth and Sean react to some spice CJ Stroud takes from Ryan Fitzpatrick and Chris Simms, and discuss their preferences for how to add a new front line Running Back to the roster this offseason.

Is your brand's biggest vulnerability a traditional competitor, or your organization's inability to execute your strategy consistently across every single customer touchpoint? Agility requires more than just a fast-moving central team. It requires creating a resilient system that empowers distributed teams to execute flawlessly while adapting to local needs. Today, we're going to talk about that critical, and often broken, link between marketing strategy and frontline execution. It's the ‘last mile' problem where brilliant campaigns can fall apart in the hands of local dealers, franchisees, or regional managers, leading to inconsistent customer experiences and wasted resources. We'll explore how to bridge this gap, moving from one-off campaigns to a cohesive marketing system. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Andy Baker, CEO & Founder at Sesimi. About Andy Baker Andrew Baker is the Founder and CEO of Sesimi, a global brand management and creative automation platform designed to help distributed organisations deliver consistent, compliant and high-impact marketing at scale. Since founding Sesimi in 2010, Andrew has shaped the company's vision, product and global footprint, building both a world-class team and an international partner network to support enterprise customers around the world. Under Andrew's leadership, Sesimi has delivered large-scale SaaS solutions across four continents for some of the world's leading automotive brands and other complex, multi-location organisations. His deep expertise in aligning marketing strategy with real-world execution has been instrumental in Sesimi's international growth and the platform's ability to solve persistent challenges around brand governance, localisation and creative production. Before founding Sesimi, Andrew built a strong foundation in finance and commercial strategy, beginning his career at KPMG, GE Finance and Sallie Mae. He later transitioned into advertising, leading a boutique agency responsible for Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles in Australia — work that involved developing and delivering Tier I, II and III retail campaigns across all media channels. It was through this experience, addressing the operational complexity of brand and campaign execution across dealer networks, that the idea for Sesimi was born. Andrew holds a Master of Finance and a Bachelor of Business from RMIT University, and brings more than two decades of experience building and leading high-performing teams — both locally and remotely — to support enterprise-grade customers in rapidly evolving markets. Andy Baker on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-baker-87775038/ Resources Sesimi: www.sesimi.com Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code AGILE at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/agile  The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Drive your customers to new horizons at the premier retail event of the year for Retail and Brand marketers. Learn more at CRMC 2026, June 1-3. https://www.thecrmc.com/ Enjoyed the show? Tell us more at and give us a rating so others can find the show at: https://advertalize.com/r/faaed112fc9887f3 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

American-led diplomacy restarts as the war in Ukraine rages on and unprecedented attacks plunge Kyiv into cold and darkness. How long can Ukraine hold out? How long can Russia wage war? And why has Trump failed to find a path to peace? Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses that with Michael Kofman, Justin Logan, Angela Stent and Bill Taylor. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

This week on the Primo show, Jesse and Katie discuss Will Stancil's latest arc as a civil rights hero and anarchist antagonist. Plus, the latest Epstein drop and the latest AI evolution. ‘We're here to demoralize': The Minneapolis residents tracking Trump ICE agents' every move | The IndependentOn the Front Line of Minnesota's Fight With ICE - The New Y… To hear more, visit www.blockedandreported.org

Our correspondent Orla Guerin travels alongside Colombia's Jungle Commandos - an elite police force - as they seek to eradicate cocaine production in the Colombian Amazon and Andes. The defence minister told the BBC that they destroy cocaine factories "every forty minutes". Meanwhile in Washington, following months of tension, Colombia's President Gustavo Petro met President Trump for the first time to discuss efforts to combat drug trafficking and increase trade.Also: Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of the late Libyan leader Colonel Gaddafi, is shot dead. Could Russia be readmitted to international football tournaments by Fifa? As Spain plans to legalise half a million undocumented migrants, we hear from a charity helping them. Why the people of Florida have been collecting frozen iguanas and British comedian John Bishop's real life story which inspired a Hollywood film - Is This Thing On? The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight.Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment.Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk