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The Moneywise Radio Show and Podcast Tuesday, May 27th BE MONEYWISE. Moneywise Wealth Management I "The Moneywise Guys" podcast call: 661-847-1000 text in anytime: 661-396-1000 website: www.MoneywiseGuys.com facebook: Moneywise_Wealth_Manageme instagram: MoneywiseWealthManagement Guest: Zane Smith, Executive Director at the Boys + Girls Club of Kern County website: www.bgckc.org/  

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content at LVwithLOVE.com George, Crystal, and Dahlia from Lehigh Valley with Love spent the day at Lake Nockamixon State Park with the team from L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs to try out just a few of the activities they offer throughout the summer. From archery to kayaking to full moon paddles, these programs are built to help anyone, regardless of experience, get outside and try something new. They spent time with Lindsey Johnson, Program Coordinator and ACA Level 1 Kayak Instructor, who shared how these programs are designed for all ages, skill levels, and abilities. They also met with instructors Ruth, Craig, Dylana, and Sarah, who bring passion, experience, and approachability to everything from kayaking to archery, helping make the outdoors accessible and fun for everyone. L.L. Bean's Outdoor Discovery Programs are based at Lake Nockamixon and the Promenade Shops in Center Valley, offering kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, archery, fly casting, guided hikes, and more. With options for beginners, group outings, and even night paddles under the full moon, there's something for everyone looking to get outside. Learn more → https://www.llbeanoutdoors.com/quakertown-pennsylvaniaVisit their store → The Promenade Shops, Center Valley, PA: https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/1000001713?page=store-center-valley Watch Episode: https://youtu.be/ByiRCy4oizo Thank you to our Partners! L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company A Day Outside with L.L. Bean — And Why More People Need to Do This You don't usually associate archery safety talks with jokes about Sasquatches or see your kid aim an arrow at a tennis ball in the rain and absolutely light up. But that's exactly what happened when we spent a day with the L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs at Lake Nockamixon. This wasn't just a video shoot or podcast episode. It was the kind of day that sticks with you. Not because it was perfect (it rained), but because it was real. And more people need this kind of real right now. Listen to the Episodewww.lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/podcast/llbeanoutdoordiscovery Explore the Programshttps://www.llbeanoutdoors.com/quakertown-pennsylvania “We want to give you the best first experience you could have.” That's what Lindsey Johnson, Program Coordinator and ACA Level 1 Kayak Instructor, told us early on. And it's not something you'd expect to take seriously — until you spend time with the instructors she works with. People like Ruth, who's been doing this for 15 years and still lights up when she talks about getting people on the water.Or Craig, who took a kayak class in college and came back to it in retirement, just because it made him feel something.Or Dylana and Sarah, who took our family (and a camera crew) through the archery basics without a hint of condescension, even when we had absolutely no idea what we were doing. This is what makes this program work: not the gear or the branding — but the people. These instructors aren't reciting from a script. They believe in this stuff. And they're patient enough to help you believe in it too. The Outdoors Is Not a Vibe. It's a Reset Button. We talk a lot about “disconnecting” these days. But for most people, that still means standing around staring at your phone with a different background. This wasn't that. Out at Lake Nockamixon, even with raindrops on the camera lens and a soggy hoodie, things felt clearer. Dahlia learned how to shoot a bow. Crystal got advice on safety lines and string tension from someone who could probably teach blindfolded. We paddled. We laughed. We dried off. We reset. You don't have to be “outdoorsy” to do this. That's the point. These programs are built for beginners. You don't need to own anything. You don't need to know what you’re doing. You just need to show up. “Even if you’ve never been to a lake before,” Lindsey told us, “we want you to feel like this is a place for you.” It is. Why This Stuff Matters We asked about accessibility. They talked about the ADA-accessible boat launch and helping kids from the Boys & Girls Club feel safe getting in the water for the first time. We asked about skill levels. They said they welcome people who've never touched a paddle and also offer sea kayaking, rescue courses, and night paddles under the full moon. We asked about groups. They've worked with Girl Scouts, bachelor parties, corporate team-building retreats, and even entire families who want to do something different for their reunion. So yeah, this is recreation. But it's also something bigger. This is how you build confidence in kids. This is how you reconnect with your spouse. This is how you remember what it feels like to be out of your head for a while. And if all you take home is a few mosquito bites and a blurry photo of your first bullseye, honestly? That's still a win. Plan Your Visithttps://www.llbeanoutdoors.com/quakertown-pennsylvania The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley Listen to the Episode → www.lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/podcast/llbeanoutdoordiscovery

On this week's episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani recap a 4-point road trip that took the Rave Green to Houston, LAFC and Portland. They discuss the busy home schedule ahead, starting with Saturday afternoon's matchup against FC Dallas, then San Diego FC on the 28th and Minnesota to open up June. Brad and Zak go through lineup options, breakdown the team's set piece success this season, and discuss how MLS has transformed into a more attacking-focused league. Then, Steve is joined by Change Champion Christy Garner of the Boys and Girls Club, Puget Sound, to learn more about the organization and how they serve local youth through mentorship programs. The pod wraps up with a quick game of Over / Under and a broadcast look ahead for the next week and a half. 

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for May 21st Publish Date:  May 21st    Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Wednesday, May 21st and Happy Birthday to ***05.21.24 - BIRTHDAY – MR T*** I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal Kennesaw Man Charged with Having Modified Weapons at Kennesaw Publix New Playground at Tim Lee Boys & Girls Club KSU Recognized for Environmental Stewardship 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: TIDWELL TREES_FINAL STORY 1: Kennesaw Man Charged with Having Modified Weapons at Kennesaw Publix Tyler Gus Haynes, 31, of Marietta, was arrested on May 2 at a Publix in Kennesaw after being found with modified weapons, including three rifles, a Glock 19 pistol, switches to convert pistols to fully automatic, and armor-piercing ammunition. Authorities were alerted after Haynes reportedly expressed suicidal intentions and plans to rob a business. He faces charges of unlawful possession of firearms and remains in custody without bond at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center. STORY 2: New Playground at Tim Lee Boys & Girls Club On May 19, the Atlanta Braves, Gas South, and The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier unveiled a new playground at the Tim Lee Boys & Girls Club. Funded by the Braves Foundation and Gas South, the playground offers a safe, modern space for kids to develop physically, socially, and cognitively. The ribbon-cutting ceremony featured community members, kids, and Braves mascot BLOOPER, followed by celebrations with food, giveaways, and playtime. This initiative reflects the Braves Foundation's mission to support communities through sports, health, and education programs. STORY 3: KSU Recognized for Environmental Stewardship Kennesaw State University received the Overall Community Improvement Award from Keep Cobb Beautiful at the Cobb County Sustainability Forum and Expo on April 30. The award highlights KSU's commitment to environmental stewardship through initiatives like its inaugural Sustainability Master Plan, which focuses on energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction. María del Mar Ceballos and William Hargrove accepted the honor, emphasizing KSU's dedication to sustainability and institutional excellence. The event, held at Jim Miller Park, featured educational sessions and exhibits promoting green initiatives. 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: INGLES 7 STORY 4: Man Charged with Attempting to Run Over Person at Acworth RaceTrac Ogochukwu Basil Ibenyenwa of Dallas is accused of attempting to run over a man with his Toyota Corolla on May 2 at a RaceTrac gas station in Acworth. After an argument where he allegedly struck the victim, Ibenyenwa was seen on surveillance making multiple U-turns and speeding toward the victim, narrowly missing him twice. He faces charges including battery, aggravated assault, reckless driving, and driving with a suspended license. Jail records do not show him in custody. STORY 5: Advocates for Children Open New Marietta Location Advocates for Children, a nonprofit focused on preventing child abuse and neglect, has opened a new location in Marietta to support families and at-risk youth. Programs include a Family Resource Center offering essentials like clothing, food, and housing referrals, in-home parenting education to build skills and relationships, and the Safe Place program, providing immediate help for youth in crisis. The organization has expanded Safe Place sites in Cobb County, including mobile options like Cobb Linc buses, ensuring accessible support. Advocates aim to stabilize families and empower youth through resources, education, and community collaboration. Break: TIDWELL TREES_FINAL STORY 6: Gov. Kemp Signs Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Specialty License Plate Bill into Law Gov. Brian Kemp signed House Bill 208, creating specialty license plates, including one honoring Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. The plate recognizes the sorority's contributions to education, health, and social justice in Georgia while supporting community programs and scholarships. Representatives Sheila Jones, Terry Cummings, and Mekyah McQueen praised the sorority's dedication to sisterhood, service, and advocacy for vulnerable populations. Proceeds from the plate will fund Delta Life Development Center initiatives and other impactful programs statewide. STORY 7: Zoo Atlanta Teams up with Atlanta Braves on Animal All-Star Baseball Cards In celebration of the Atlanta Braves hosting the 2025 MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park on July 15, Zoo Atlanta is partnering with the Braves to release exclusive Animal All-Star baseball cards. Starting May 24, the zoo will unveil a new card weekly, featuring eight animals, including Hondo the African lion, in honor of its new lion complex. Cards can be collected at the zoo on weekends following each announcement with admission or membership. Announcements will be made on Zoo Atlanta’s social media, and cards are available while supplies last. We’ll have closing comments after this. 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  In this episode, Natalie Belanger of the CT Museum of Culture and History tells the story of the Good Will Club, the forerunner of the youth club movement that got its start in Hartford. But the story of the club can't be separated from that of its founder, a woman who's an inductee of the CT Women's Hall of Fame for her barrier-breaking work in the legal field.   There are lots of ways to learn more about the history of the Good Will Club and about Mary Hall. Here's a partial list of sources consulted for this episode:   Elizabeth Warren, “Mary Hall: Breaking the Legal Barrier,” CT Explored, Spring 2010   Kevin Flood, “The Boys and Girls Clubs of America Started Here,” CT Explored, Fall 2019   Mary Hall's Entry in the CT Women's Hall of Fame   Judge A. Susan Peck, “Upcoming Survey on the Status of Connecticut Women in the Legal Profession,” CT Lawyer, September/October 2024   Some other  sources you might like to check out: You can look at digitized issues of the Good Will Star, the newspaper published by the boys of the Good Will Club, held at the Connecticut State Library; see a timeline of the history of the Boys and Girls Club of Hartford;  and visit the Connecticut Museum's Waterman Research Center to see published histories of the Good Will/Boys and Girls Club as well as Mary Hall's scrapbook.   This episode received support from the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History, Hartford, Connecticut.   image: Mary Hall and Good Will Club Boys, Mary Hall Scrapbook, MS 78249 CMCH Collection.   -------------------------------------------------- Like Grating the Nutmeg? Want to support it? Make a donation! 100% of the funds from your donation go directly to the production and promotion of the show. Go to ctexplored.org to send your donation now. Get your copy of Connecticut Explored magazine, in print and digital editions now so you don't miss the Summer issue! Each issue offers a photo essay, feature-length stories you can sink your teeth into, and shorter stories you can breeze through—plus lots of beautiful, large historic images. We include oral histories, stunning museum objects, must-see destinations, and more. From Colonial history to pop-culture, you'll find it all in this magazine. Subscribe to get your copy today in your mailbox or your inbox at ctexplored.org This episode of Grating the Nutmeg was produced by Natalie Belanger, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History,  and engineered by Patrick O'Sullivan at www.highwattagemedia.com/   Follow GTN on our socials - Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and BlueSky.   Follow executive producer Mary Donohue on Facebook and Instagram at WeHa Sidewalk Historian. Join us in two weeks for our next episode of Grating the Nutmeg, the podcast of Connecticut history. Thank you for listening!      

On this episode of The Founder's Sandbox, Brenda speaks with Alexa Steinberg – a corporate and transactional attorney for middle-market companies and entrepreneurs. Acting as outside general counsel, Alexa represents privately held companies in a wide range of general corporate and transactional matters, including entity formation, structuring, and commercial transactions. With a focus on mergers and acquisitions, she offers clients guidance on structuring deals and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Brenda and Alexa discuss her journey from working at a small, all-female law firm to joining a full-service firm to better support her clients. Alexa shares how her parents—both deeply involved in business and community service—shaped her values around financial literacy, record-keeping, and the importance of building generational wealth. They speak about family-owned businesses and best practices in family governance, such as setting clear roles, regular meetings, and involving independent board members. Alexa also emphasizes the importance of building trust with clients and maintaining a purpose-driven, relational legal practice. Brenda and Alexa explore what "purpose-driven," "resilience," and "scalable" mean within the context of business and legal practice. You can find out more about Alexa at: https://www.greenbergglusker.com/alexa-steinberg/         episode transcript: 00:04 Hi, I'm pleased to announce something very special to me, a new subscription-based service through Next Act Advisors that allows members exclusive access to personal industry insights and bespoke 00:32 corporate governance knowledge. This comes in the form of blogs, personal book recommendations, and early access to the founder's sandbox podcast episodes before they released to the public. If you want more white glove information on building your startup with information like what was in today's episode, sign up with the link in the show notes to enjoy being a special member of Next Act Advisors. 01:01 As a thank you to Founders Sandbox listeners, you can use code SANDBOX25 at checkout to enjoy 25 % off your membership costs. Thank you. 01:18 Welcome back to the Founders Sandbox. I am Brenda McCabe, your host of this monthly podcast where I have guests that are either founders, professional service providers, corporate  board directors  that actually share a mission with me, which is bringing change to the world through great corporate governance, but building resilient, scalable and purpose-driven companies.  On a monthly basis,  my guests are going to tell their origin stories and kind of how I've met them. 01:48 through the work they do.  And I've recreated a fun sandbox environment in which we do storytelling. And ultimately we will touch upon resilience, purpose-driven  and  scalable or sustainable growth in the  businesses that they are  working in or owners of.  02:17 l I'm absolutely delighted to have as my guest today, Alexa Steinberg, Alexa is counsel  at Greenberg, Glasgow.  And before that, she was actually practicing in a smaller law firm and where her story today is going to kind of have some some 02:47 lessons learned on  why she chose to leave the firm and move into Greenberg, the Greenberg Lasker. But more importantly, you and I go back a couple years. are part of an informal group of women. We call ourselves Women and Wealth.  We meet periodically to really refer business to each other for those women business owners that 03:16 are seeking perhaps an exit in the next three to five years.  And through our skillset, some of us are CPAs, strategy advisors, yourself as counsel. A lot of these businesses are family owned. And so you and I and another, know, seven other ladies  get to meet each other over lunch and discuss these opportunities. And we're all very passionate about helping women business owners. Aren't we, 03:44 We are Brenda, thank you so much for having me on the Founder's Sandbox.  I am an avid listener, so I'm very excited that I get to be a guest. Thank you, thank you.  you know,  we've had many, conversations, obviously,  but I wanted for my listeners  to really dive into  what you do today, right? Which is really  purpose. 04:12 driven and it's preserving family wealth, right?  And I know that you actually come from a background where your father owned his business. So tell us  a bit, us down memory lane and that first story that you told me.  Well, you know, growing up, I watched both of my parents. My mother was a career woman.  My father, a financial planner. 04:38 running his  own book.  My mother,  a buyer and then in fashion and then into real estate.  I watched they were both very involved in the community. My mother sat on  the Studio City Council,  the Neighborhood Council. She was on many boards involved with the temple. My father as well  sat on many boards involved with the 05:07 Boys and Girls Club,  and  involved with the Jewish Federation. So I watched as my parents  really instilled the importance of being involved in  community, being involved in family, being involved  in the greater good and in purposeful and meaningful  organizations.  And I... 05:35 sort of learned a lot about that watching them both in their respective arenas being involved. And you know, they've, they've truly inspired me,  not only in my career path, but in  how I treat my clients  in the arenas that I've become involved in.  There's a specific story that I think I've shared with you, Brenda, about my father and how he sort of taught me 06:05 the value of wealth, the value of money, because as his career, that was what he did. He focused mainly on planning for retirement and financially setting yourself up and your family up to have generational wealth and what that looked like and how you could prepare for it when you were 10, 15, 20, 25 years old, preparing for family, preparing for children. 06:35 So when I turned 16, my father went into our QuickBooks. We had a family QuickBooks.  Oh, wow. That was before it was actually.  It was probably  a hard disk, right? Not even on the internet. Oh, yeah. It was like a hard disk. had a full set up, massive computers, the whole thing,  in our family office.  And he went into his QuickBooks. And he took. 07:03 what he spent on me in a year.  And he divided it by 12. And this  included insurance. Mind you, I just turned 16. So my car insurance, my car lease,  medical, entertainment,  my tennis lessons, all of these things that  were spent on me, what it cost  for me to function.  Children are expensive, you know. 07:32 I was very expensive because I will tell you that check was large  that he cut me every month.  And he laid out, these are the things that are monthly expenses for you that you need to pay with this money. And the rest you can use on entertainment,  gifts,  shopping, which I loved.  But I had to learn to balance my checkbook and balance 08:01 this amount of money, because I wasn't able to get any more until the next month.  And  that really taught me how that  money  was never something that was readily expendable to me. even if I went to Starbucks and I bought a drink with my father's credit card, he'd ask me for the receipt. He'd want to know where the receipt was, always. 08:28 I was very meticulous in his record keeping which I am now very much meticulous in my record keeping  and  I enforce with my clients and  make sure that record keeping is so important in your business as well.  You know and so when I when I graduated high school my father said to me okay the checks are done.  And you need to go get a job in college. 08:56 And what I will do is I will subsidize the paycheck that you bring home. So if you bring home $600, I will pay you 50 cents on the dollar for what you bring home, but only up to $300. So I could get a max of $300 every paycheck that he would subsidize. And then that was  how  I had money to live and to function. my parents,  I was lucky enough that my parents would pay for my college. 09:24 in my housing, in my dorms,  but  it was still really teaching me the value  of money.  And my father required that a certain portion of those funds get put away in savings and invested. And he would tell me how to do that.  And he would guide me.  because my father was a financial planner,  he would call me like a client and say, listen, 09:53 You're 70 % stocks, 30 % cash. I think you need to swap it. Let's talk about what that means. And of course, I'm like, you're my dad. Just do it. Why are we having this conversation? But it was so valuable because he wanted me to understand what he was doing and why he was doing it and how it really functioned. that I've also taken into how I guide and advise my clients. 10:22 I don't just do for them. understand, I want them to understand  how we're doing it, why we're doing it, what the alternatives  are and what it means if we do it this way or that way.  You know, a lot of my discussions with my clients are about strategy and about structure and  so they can make an informed decision.  You know, I think that that's extremely important, especially in a family business.  Working with your family is tough. So, 10:52 The way that you can make it that much easier is communication and understanding and knowledge. And I try to arm my clients with that. And that's something that my father really taught me.  my mother as well,  because my father managed our money and my mother  would bring it home and hand my father a check and be like, here, I don't know what you do with it, but do something with it. 11:21 She also  would, he would say, hold on a second. Like, I know you just sold a house and here's your commission check, but let me show you what we do with this and how we create generational wealth and how we invest it and what the best benefit for these funds are and how to use debt to our advantage.  Um, you know, and that's all of these things were such a value add that  I 11:51 I obtained understanding about and that I've now turned this value add to my clients  and how they run their business.  I'm not a financial advisor, I'm not a tax attorney. These are just really sort of  general  understandings and general guidance points for my clients to go out and  have knowledgeable conversations with the appropriate 12:21 guidance, appropriate people,  and the appropriate service providers that are going to help them accomplish those things. really,  this is very loaded, but I really like  the methods your father used. very, well, first of all, intentional  and bespoke. And that's really, and he did communicate to your mother, right? To instill also in her an understanding 12:52 of although she's bringing the check home because many, many women business owners today oftentimes do not own a majority of their companies. Right. And that is a shocking  statistic that I run into time and time again that women actually don't know how much  equity they have in their own business. Right. So just the informing and,  and you've translated that bespoke, you know, communicating 13:22 helping your clients understand,  pardon me, and  providing options as well as access to other professional service providers as  your own bespoke  offering to your clients. But it wasn't always like, yeah, go. That's sort of the benefit of the group that you and I met in and all of the networking opportunities that I've been involved in.  Of course,  networking is about building 13:51 um, your brand and your book and,  um, but a majority of it and the real value there  is  meeting and learning and understanding, um, and really coming to know people that can help your clients  where you can't,  um, and having  trustworthy referral sources to do that, because I'm not just going to tell my client, Oh, 14:18 this individual can help you with wealth management, call them without knowing how this person functions, without knowing  how they run their clientele,  how they do business. Those are really important things and to have trustworthy referral sources  is really important. And that's sort of what our group is  all about. That's right.  And it wasn't always like this. 14:46 Right, you graduated from law school  and started with a small, it was a, I think  a female-led law firm.  all female attorneys. Yeah, so what was your, this is right out of college, what were you doing  and what then informed your decision at a very tender age to leave?  So  right out of law school, 15:17 had worked my way through law school. I worked in family law for about five or six years. during the day, I was at a law firm. And in the evening, I took classes from 5 to 10 PM, four days a week for four years. took me four years to get through law school. And when I graduated, unfortunately, I wasn't afforded 15:47 All of the opportunities in law school  that most law students take advantage of, externships,  fellowships, things like that, because I was working my way through. I  had already been financially independent and I  wanted to stay that way. So I didn't want to quit my job  to go to school. I  wanted to be able to do it all. 16:15 So as a result, I really didn't have  the summer clerkships  that turn into job offers.  And I was a little lost because I had taken the bar exam and I was like, OK,  I'm not an attorney yet. But in three months, if I pass the bar exam, I could be.  Am I applying for law clerk positions? Am I applying for associate positions? Like, know, I was so lost.  And I went on Craigslist.  Oh my goodness. 16:44 And I found law firms that were hiring because I figured those people, you know, they're they're looking to hire somebody now, which is what I'm looking for. and hopefully those people, you know, will transition me into an associate role. If I pass the bar exam in a few months. And that was that was like my first sort of in. And I joined a very boutique law firm in West Hollywood. It was 17:13 By the time I left, we were three female attorneys. were  all female  for my entire tenure there. I was there for six and a half years.  And it was  in  late 2019,  early 2020 that I really decided I wanted more for my career and for my book of business. And I wanted to be able to  provide my clients  with a well-rounded 17:43 advice and guidance. I can't do it all, nor should I. I'm pretty sure my malpractice of insurance wouldn't like that. Not at all. But more and more, had clients that were asking me to help with litigation matters or employment matters. And those are arenas that I know just enough about to be dangerous. But I'm not going to run a full litigation. 18:13 I can't willfully and knowledgeably advise on employment matters.  You know, especially to  do justice by my client, do well by them.  I'd like to be able to  have somebody for them that they can speak to and trust and get the advice and counsel that they need.  And that really stemmed  my yearning to  branch out. 18:42 and go to a firm where I had all of those resources at my fingertips. I wanted more for my career, but my biggest drive was I wanted more for my clients.  I wanted really to be able to provide them with well-rounded, multidisciplinary  counsel.  And so I sought out  full-service law firms. 19:11 I found my home at Greenberg Gloucester, which  is a fantastic place to be.  I'm very happy there and everybody is so fantastic and  everybody is so good at what they do.  We've got employment and tax and  IP and litigation,  environmental, entertainment,  you name it.  And it's been such a benefit not only to my career, 19:41 to my clients, but I've learned  so much.  And is it true?  How would you characterize the typical clients without revealing, you know, confidential matters? Is it  also a firm that's  very oriented towards family owned businesses? Would you say that? Yeah, I would. You know, I'm  a counsel in the corporate and tax department. 20:08 And you we don't have a ton of institutional clients.  A lot of our clients are family owned businesses, mostly held entities,  you know, which I love on a daily basis. I am working with  two sisters that own a business together or a multi-generational company where, you know, senior is working with G2 and  G3  or 20:37 were actually this morning I was working on  assigning interests and reorganizing and restructuring a bunch of entities that own a bunch of real estate for clients.  And that's also  the kind of benefit that I get that I get to be pulled into  real estate matters with my corporate expertise to help a family office restructure their ownership. 21:04 You know, and I  love that stuff. We're extremely,  the way that Greenberg  provides advice and counsel  is on a very personal level. The way that  the firm  and myself, especially, we're a lifestyle firm.  You know, we understand that attorneys are people outside of 21:33 the walls of the office and that we all have lives.  And we, you know, I translate that to my clients. My clients have lives. My clients have other things going on than their business.  And especially when you deal with family offices and family businesses, there's a whole different dynamic  of  family interaction. Yes. You know, and, and I have now experienced that  not only with my clients  and sometimes I become 22:03 therapist in that regard, although I'm a very expensive therapist. I'm sure there people that are less per hour.  But  I'm experiencing it firsthand because my husband  has his own business with his brother  and I have  become  advice and counsel for them  as well. And so I'm  seeing it sort of from a different angle too, but I think that my clients truly appreciate 22:32 that when I talk to them, I talk to them as a person. It's not just as a business owner. It's not just as  I'm guiding you with this  legal advice.  It has to make sense.  And it has to  be actually applicable.  And sometimes what my advice and guidance would be  in sort of this like legal  box  is not the best. 23:00 for my client and how their business is operating.  And you've got to be  sort of fluid with that. And bespoke.  Yeah, so it's really beyond, it's not a transactional relationship. It is a trustworthy relationship based on the values of the family businesses that and their goals in preserving wealth  or continuing to generate family wealth. Yeah, absolutely. This is a great segue because you know, I also 23:29 passionate and have often guests that are sitting on corporate boards.  As counsel, have you observed any best practices and family governance structure? You talk about G1,  G2, G3, Have you observed any  best practices? We don't have to talk about bad practices, right? But any best practices that you would like to share here?  Yeah, you know,  I think that  I've observed that 23:59 Some of the most effective family governance structures prioritize clear communication,  well-defined roles,  professionalized decision-making.  I use this in a very loose  sense of the word, but you could establish a family constitution. Creating a board of advisors is always really important. 24:28 having independent members  in your board of advisors  is so incredibly valuable to have a knowledgeable, independent  person that can help through disputes. business disputes are one thing, but when you include a family dynamic in these disputes,  emotions can get high and heated. And so having  an independent third board 24:57 Third party board is extremely valuable. Somebody that can guide you, something that your family trusts. Those are some big things that I've seen as best practices. And I think that lastly, holding dedicated, regular meetings. 25:23 You'll talk about business, you know, at the dinner table or, you know, out and about you're at a kid, one of your niece's birthday parties and everyone's there and you're like, Hey, did you see that email from XYZ? We got to figure out how to handle that.  But  those are not the time and place and you're not going to have a productive conversation. And so you need to set aside and create boundaries between your family life and your business life  and set aside regular times. 25:53 weekly, bi-weekly, to have an hour conversation about what's going on, any disputes that need to be discussed, any decisions that need to be made.  And that's your time to solely be in your business mode.  Because having these conversation piece meals,  dinner on a Saturday night,  or  a family's birthday party, or  a holiday party, 26:22 It's not effective  for your business. And one of the biggest,  best practices  and the most, one of the most important goals  is to preserve your family relationships. Beautiful. You heard it here on the founder's sandbox to preserve family.  Absolutely.  Cause if you don't have family, do you have? That's right. 26:52 Family first. really important.  It's really important. And sometimes business can get in the middle of family relationships.  And it hurts to see that. It hurts to see  business  tear between  brothers,  tear between  father and son.  And I've seen those things in it.  There needs to be just a second to breathe. Yes. 27:21 and realize that there are bigger things than business  and that they need to be resolved, but they can only be resolved if you have a good relationship with your business partner slash your family.  They're your biggest support. 27:37 This has been immensely  actionable  in terms of  governance, the best practice you've seen in family offices. So thank you. Thank you for that. It's not often that I do have  a  lawyer  that works in this  arena.  Although family businesses just in the LA  ecosystem is 28:05 It's very predominant. very, very, you know, third, actually third and fourth generation now. So very relevant to your business and mine. Let's switch gears. You are, I believe, sitting on the board of directors or one of the committees of the Association of Corporate Growth. Yes. And tell us a bit what why what is the Association of Corporate Growth and what committees do you serve on? 28:35 And how do you further your business there? Thank you. The Association of Corporate Growth or ACG is a national organization  for professionals in the M &A sphere. So  you've got members that are  VCs, investment bankers,  M &A attorneys, wealth managers,  insurance specialists.  You sort of name it. Anybody that's 29:03 has some sort of involvement  in the purchase or sale of a business  or just surround sort of just general business governance that either prepare for an exit. You know,  those are the kind of people that are members of ACG.  And I got involved a few years ago.  And I think three years now, I've been sitting  on the Women's Committee,  which is a 29:31 Fantastic. We schedule and create women-focused programming within the confines of the ACG organization and really promote networking amongst women. More and more, I have had clients that have requested that they only work with women. 29:58 You know, and this sort of goes back to what I was talking about earlier about being able to provide  trustworthy referrals.  And I've met some incredible, incredible women in connection with ACJ. In fact, our group kind of came out of ACJ. This is how I met you, Brenda. And so  it's been a fantastic, fantastic  network to be a part of.  You know, I love planning the programming, our programming. 30:28 ranges everywhere from  talking about the state of the market  to  balancing family and career and what that looks like and  mental health. I think  I hate calling out a distinction that we are women in business  because I think a 30:57 A business person is a business person. I don't think it needs to be defined as such, but there is something to be said about the fact that  women have a different set of challenges in the workplace  than men do.  And a lot of those stem from  family life.  And that needs to be  balanced. And so there's a lot of programming  that the women's committee puts on that sort of 31:26 talks about that and  gears us in that direction  and gives us tools to be successful and to strive  in the face  of everything else that women just have to  deal with and take care of. That's for another episode here. Yes, very much so. Very much so, yes, as we all have balanced our careers and family priorities, right? 31:56 Let's switch gears. How do my  listeners contact you? How's the best way?  Well,  so I'm at again, I'm at Greenberg Gloucester. We're in Century City.  They can email me. It's  a Steinberg at gg firm.com.  And on our Greenberg Gloucester website, if you search people, I've got my whole bio and all of my contact information as well. Excellent. 32:25 Well, that will appear in the show notes. All right. So we're coming into the final  part of this podcast in which I actually  enjoy asking my guests  what the meaning is of certain terms that I actually practice with my clients. I'm working with purpose-driven companies, resilience. We work on resilience tactics  and  scalable business is sustainable. So I  always love the opportunity to hear 32:55 firsthand from my guess. What does purpose-driven mean to you, Purpose-driven means  a mission that goes beyond profit.  It taps into creating meaningful value for your customers,  for your employees,  for the community that  you operate in.  It's sort of about  building a company that 33:25 that stands for something.  And I'm very pleased to say that we have seen so many more companies  start out of a purpose-driven  goal.  There's a bunch of old companies and new companies. There's  a lot of companies that have this sort of one-for-one model. You buy one, we donate one. 33:52 There are socks companies, there are eyeglass companies, there are shoe companies, there are cleaning product companies  that sort of have  this  as their motto. And  then you see  additionally,  know, products and companies that are committed to the environment or sustainability and cleanup efforts. You know, that's really what  purpose-driven 34:21 means to me is that  these companies have a goal.  They want to accomplish something more than what they can show on their balance sheet. consumers of that product are helping them achieve that.  Excellent. Excellent. You've touched on even other aspects like  sustainable growth, right? Yeah. Right. What is resilience? You've been particularly resilient. 34:49 You having a father like your father,  building life skills early. would resilience,  what's the meaning to you? 35:00 Resilience is about  navigating challenges  with adaptability and with determination. It's about learning from your setbacks  instead of being defined by them, having them be a fire to your growth and having them  be the galvanization of your progress forward. 35:30 You know, and in business, it also can be about the ability to  pivot while staying aligned with your long-term goals, about the ability to,  you know, okay, there's a new regulatory,  new regulation that's gonna affect the way we operate. Okay, how are we gonna pivot to continue doing what we do,  but still can  stay in compliance?  You know,  that's really, 35:59 what it's all beyond your toes.  Excellent. And you're scalable. I'd like you to kind of share the meaning within the context of scaling the legal practice. What have you found to be  particularly  challenging or easy to do? Right. And scaling, right. Because it's a very bespoke practice. Is there any important, right? Scaling is absolutely important. Okay. 36:28 In my practice and in my business,  number one  goal  and  the biggest  galvanization point of scaling my practice  are my clients, my current clients. If you do a good job for them, they'll continue to come back. 36:59 and they'll continue to give you more business.  Creating a network. I watched my parents in their, both of their practices. All of our family friends  at this point have at one point or another been a client of my mother's or of my father's.  They've swapped clients,  referred to each other. And these individuals either started as friends and became clients. 37:29 or  became friends because they were clients.  And  that is the way that both of my parents have built their practice and their brands.  And that's how I want to do it too. It's a value add when,  attorneys are scary to begin with.  Nobody wants to talk to an attorney. It's expensive. Half the time you have no idea what they're talking about. It's language. 37:57 You know, but if you create this relationship of trust and of loyalty and friendship  and when you feel like your attorney  sees beyond just you as a dollar figure or you as a business,  it goes such a long way. And that's my main value add to my clients.  And in turn, they help me scale. 38:22 my business, clients continue to come back to me  and I'm able to continue to grow that because I can satisfy all of their needs with the network that I'm creating through places like ACG. You know, so that's, that's what I see is as scalable in my industry. It's extremely important.  And it goes to the heart of how I practice law and how, how I guide and advise my clients. Beautiful. 38:52 Thank you. heard it here on the Founder's Sandbox. Last question, Alexa.  Did you have fun in the sandbox today?  Oh, it was so fun.  Brenda, thank you so much for having me. This was fantastic. Thank you. So to my listeners, if you've enjoyed this monthly episode with Alexa Steinberg, counsel at Greenberg, Greenberg Gloucester, right? Greenberg Gloucester. Yep.  I encourage you to 39:22 sign up, subscribe either on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. I'm on all main podcasts streaming services where my guests talk about how they felt resilient, scalable and purpose driven  practices informed by their origin stories. You can find it here on the founder sandbox. Thank you and signing off for this month.  Thank you, Alexa.  Thank you. This was fantastic.  

Randy Crabtree goes in-house with Tri-Merit's Barry Devine, a veteran in the specialty tax incentive space, on Episode 211 of The Unique CPA. Renewable energy tax credits have come to the forefront as a way for nonprofits to fund community-strengthening projects, and Barry pulls from his extensive experience in leveraging these credits and incentives to illustrate the incredible opportunities that are out there right now. Highlighting the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on making these credits accessible to nonprofits, they discuss real-world examples Barry was a part of, including projects for the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County and a Minnesota hospital, while delving into the legislative landscape and future prospects for renewable energy incentives. Barry's strong advice to CPAs on how to support their nonprofit clients in taking advantage of these lucrative credits is a must-listen. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com

Haverhill Public Schools would receive an additional $6 million in state aid if a House of Representative proposal to increase state support for schools makes it into the final state budget.State Rep. Andy X. Vargas, whose district encompasses a portion of Haverhill, was a recent guest on WHAV's “Win for Breakfast.” He made note of the additional school spending proposal.“So, it's about a $6 million increase for Haverhill Public Schools in Chapter 70 funding. Now there is always more needed but a $6 million increase in this environment is certainly notable,” he said.The proposed funding is part of an initiative to raise the state's per pupil spending from $30 to $150.Vargas said the city would receive about $12.5 million in unrestricted funds in the House's fiscal plan. He said the House proposal also includes a $75,000 allocation for the Pinnacle co-working space, formerly the UMass Lowell Innovation Hub, at Harbor Place on Merrimack St.; $25,000 to the Greater Haverhill Foundation for help; to manage the co-working space and $15,000 for the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Haverhill's new building.The budgeting process now moves to the Senate for debate. Then, the House and Senate will need to reconcile their fiscal plans before a final budget proposal is sent to the governor.The new state budget would go into effect July 1.Support the show

Pennsylvania's funding for after-school care ends when children turn 13, and many parents are concerned about where their teens can go after school and in the summer. Caring People Alliance⁠ runs a teen program and opened a new center last year at their South Philadelphia Boys & Girls Club where teens can go to get a meal, play basketball, make music and art, and have a safe space to talk and learn. We speak with Branon Gilmore, VP of CPA's Boys & Girls Club Movement, Jewel Felder-James, Director of Teen Programming, and Alphonso Cobbs, a participant in the teen program. And on Shara in the City, Shara Dae Howard re-discovers the joy of play at the historic ⁠Smith Memorial Playground⁠. This episode was originally released on June 29, 2024. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Holman welcomes Mark McDaniel, President & CEO, Cinnaire, headquartered in Lansing, MI, serving 9 states. He is joined on this interview by,... Jennifer Calery, Strategic Communications Specialist, Cinnaire, Alpena, MI, assisting her local Boys and Girls Club. Mike Daust, Mark's brother-in-law, Plant Manager, Albie's Food Products, LLC, Gaylord, MI. Welcome back Mark share the scope of the issues folks have endured "up north"? You have a couple of folks with you can you please introduce them? Jennifer I understand you're assisting shelters? You met with Governor Whitmer last week, tell us more? Electricity is coming back on but share about the Alpena storm damage? Mike, share about the storm's impact on Gaylord, and your workforce? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

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Shoot us a Text.Episode #1032: Today we break down Trump's new tariff offsets for U.S. automakers, GM's massive recall of its flagship V-8, and a heartwarming $50K donation from West Herr's CEO to support local youth.Show Notes with links:President Trump is throwing automakers a bit of a lifeline on tariffs—but it's not a free ride. His new executive orders are easing some of the pressure, but only if manufacturers meet some very specific conditions.Automakers who build vehicles in the U.S. can apply for a special reimbursement starting April 3, 2025.That reimbursement is worth 3.75% of the MSRP for the first year, dropping to 2.5% in year two.To qualify for the full break, at least 85% of the vehicle's parts have to be made in the U.S. or in a country covered by the USMCA.If a vehicle hits 50% U.S. content, the company will only pay tariffs on the remaining 35% instead of the full 50%.Parts themselves are also capped—companies can get reimbursed for components making up to 15% of a vehicle's value in year one, and 10% in year two.Vehicles and parts must be assembled in the U.S. to qualify, and a new system for applying is expected within 30 days.At a Detroit rally yesterday, President Trump said, “They took in parts from all over the world. I don't want that. I want them to make their parts here. We gave them a little bit of time before we slaughter them if they don't do this.”In news that hits close to home, General Motors has issued a voluntary recall of 721,000 6.2-liter V-8 engines due to potential engine seizure, affecting pickups and large SUVs built from March 2021 through May 2024.The issue stems from rod bearing damage caused by sediment and crankshafts with improper dimensions and surface finish.Faulty components were supplied by American Axle & Manufacturing and Questum Macimex.Dealers face backlog challenges as each engine swap takes over 22 hours and requires full replacement engines.GM says inspections will begin first; engines that pass will receive 0W-40 oil, a new filter, cap, and owner's manual update.“The safety and satisfaction of our customers are the highest priorities for the entire GM team,” said spokesman Bill Grotz.We'll end the show with a bright spot: During the Depew-Lancaster Boys & Girls Club's Spring Fundraiser, West Herr President/CEO Scott Bieler made a surprise $50,000 donation through his family foundation.The gift honored Bethanne Hollis, West Herr's VP of Variable Ops and a club board member.The donation helps offset major funding losses for the club this year.Funds will directly support local youth programs and services.“We are so lucky to have both of these amazing individuals leading the way,” West Herr statJoin Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

On this episode of F1RST2KNOW, Elicia Morigeau and Jessica Molyneux discuss Prescott Valley Days, the On Target fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club of Central Arizona, and the next Signature Series! F1RST2KNOW is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with ALL the shows at: https://CAST11.com

Thomas met Toby Tanser while on his recent trip to Kenya and immediately knew he had to have him on the podcast. Shoe4Africa originated 30 years ago from Toby's vision of harnessing the power of sports to create positive change for African children. Initially focused on collecting and distributing athletic shoes to aspiring young runners in Kenya their efforts expanded to address broader issues, including healthcare and education. Currently operating with only one paid staff member, Shoe4Africa has built East and Central Africa's first public children's hospital, which has treated over 1.2 million children. Beyond healthcare, they've established six free-to-attend schools, a Boys and Girls Club, and generated hundreds of jobs, all while distributing over 6 million meals to those in need.Learn more about Shoe4Africa: https://shoe4africa.org/Follow Shoe4Africa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shoe4africa/

Miss Shannan fills in for Bradley today! Shannan had a great weekend working charity events for The Boys and Girls Club and Habitat for Humanity; Dirt alert with Stormer: The untimely death of Virginia Roberts Guiffre at age 41, accuser of Jeffrey Epstein and Prince Andrew; Blinded by the Item: Travis Kelce unfollows Ryan Reynolds, and this former child star has broken up with their significant other after appearing on a reality show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Miss Shannan fills in for Bradley today! Shannan had a great weekend working charity events for The Boys and Girls Club and Habitat for Humanity; Dirt alert with Stormer: The untimely death of Virginia Roberts Guiffre at age 41, accuser of Jeffrey Epstein and Prince Andrew; Blinded by the Item: Travis Kelce unfollows Ryan Reynolds, and this former child star has broken up with their significant other after appearing on a reality show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark and Jim Bunnell, CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield, discuss the vital role that Boys and Girls Clubs play in providing safe spaces for youth, the impact of social media on children's social skills, and the importance of community support in fostering youth development. Jim emphasizes the need for engaging programs that help children develop character, build relationships, and learn to give back to their communities. Jim shares insights on the challenges faced by today's youth and the innovative approaches being taken to address these issues. Learn more and volunteer through their website or call 781-834-2582! Takeaways The Boys and Girls Club serves as a vital third place for youth. Social media can be a significant distraction for kids. Eliminating cell phone use has led to better engagement among children. Community support is crucial for the club's operations. Financial assistance is available for families in need. The club provides a safe environment during critical after-school hours. Mentorship programs help older kids give back to the community. Long-term relationships formed at the club can have lasting impacts. The club is continuously evolving to meet the needs of the community. Chapters 00:00 The Role of Boys and Girls Clubs in Youth Development 10:14 Navigating Social Media and Its Impact on Youth 20:07 Creating Safe Spaces for Kids 30:06 Community Engagement and Support 39:47 The Future of Youth Programs and Initiatives Affiliate Links: Unleashing the Power of Respect: The I-M Approach by Joseph Shrand, MD This episode is brought to you in part by SecuriTitle, a fractional paralegal service assisting with all things real estate in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

Send us a text and chime in!In this episode, Guy Roginson interviews Alex and Savannah from the Boys and Girls Club of Central Arizona to talk about the exciting initiatives they have lined up to support youth in the community through adventure, creativity, and a whole lot of fun.From innovative fundraising to impactful after-school programs, the Club brings fresh energy to Prescott and the surrounding areas.Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Rich Del Grande is a full time teacher and part time performer and professional goofball. He got his start in performing competing in the Red Bull Flugtag followed by almost a decade at the Olney Boys and Girls Club's Field of Screams. He previously appeared on and did social media for the “Now Available on Video Cassette” podcast and was a frequent guest on MET Comedy Nights “The Last Hurrah” improvised talk show. He currently co-hosts the annual Baltimore Krampuslauf in Hampden/Peabody Heights.  He has also appeared in music videos for Frederick area bands “Seaknuckle”, “Double Motorcycle”, and “Sunniva”.https://www.instagram.com/nowavailableovc/https://seaknuckle.bandcamp.com/album/nailed-ithttps://doublemotorcycle.bandcamp.com/album/iiihttps://sunnivamusic.bandcamp.com/Check out Rich on Instagram@richdelgrande@baltimorekrampuslauf--Become a supporter on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therobinsmithshowGet in touch: robinsmithshow@gmail.comGot a question? We'd love to hear from you!Got a question? We'd love to hear from you!

CCE-850ALast week I asked listeners of the podcast to let me know if they were tuning in, and sure enough, several of you did reach out! So, perhaps this Friday edition of the newsletter going out as a podcast will continue. Today's edition doesn't have any new information but instead is an audio summary of some of what has been going on with voices from some of the decision-makers.I'm Sean Tubbs, and this one's a bit of a puzzle to put together. In the print edition below you'll see new versions of a couple of the stories as I had to develop a new script. I have not included the images, but these podcasts will now have normal shout-outs. No more house ads!Two stories in this edition, both about Charlottesville's budget for FY2026:* City Council makes last minute decisions at final work session before tonight's vote on $265M budget* Council adopts $265.2 million budget after another conversation about transit fundingFirst shout-out: Plant Virginia NativesSpring is here and there's still time to plan for upgrades to your outdoors. You can take some time to get ready for spring! Check out Plant Virginia Natives!Plant Virginia Natives is part of a partnership with ten regional campaigns for ten different ecosystems across Virginia, from the Northern Piedmont to the Eastern Shore. Take a look at the full map below for the campaign for native species where you are in the Commonwealth. For the Charlottesville area, download a free copy of the handbook: Piedmont Native Plants: A Guide for Landscapes and Gardens.Plant Northern Piedmont Natives is for anyone who works with native plants, whether you are a property owner, private consultant, landscape designer, nursery operator, conservation group, or local government.(image)A summary of the April 10, 2025 Charlottesville City Council budget work sessionOne of the challenges of doing a podcast version at the end of a week is that I may have to rearrange two previous stories in order for the audio edition to make sense. That's the case this week with Charlottesville City Council's adoption of a $265.2 million budget for fiscal year 2026. That happened on April 14 at a special meeting.But before we get to that, we have to go back to the work session held on April 10.In Charlottesville, the budget process never really stops. In fact, it keeps on going up to the last minute of adoption. New items were added at the work session that had not previously come up.At the beginning of the April 10 work session, they learned about additional spending that can happen because new funding has been found since the beginning of the budget process in March.“We do have supplemental revenue over and above the proposed budget of $774,263,” said Krisy Hammill, the city's budget director.The driver of that change was an additional $700,000 increase in Business and Professional Licenses that had not been factored in.There were many numbers thrown around during the final work session. Before Council signed off on how to spend that money, City Manager Sam Sanders went through how $915,620 in “Council Discretionary Funds” would be spent to leave a balance of $440,406 to spend.“Kind of thinking that with all the volatility that we have in DC, there could very easily be a series of moments that come up and that this would give you the flexibility to make some decisions and how we could support gaps in what could happen based on decisions and how it actually lands in the community,” Sanders said.Staff codified a list of what Council had already decided to spend over the course of four budget work sessions.* $250,000 to the Blue Ridge Coalition for the Homeless to cover the costs of a federal grant not obtained because there was an error related to a recent leadership transition.* $162,000 to the Piedmont Housing Alliance to pay for the cost of staff who work on eviction prevention.* $50,000 in cash to the Piedmont Housing Alliance related to eviction prevention.* An additional $43,150 to the Boys and Girls Club for a total of $116,000 in the FY26 budget.* An additional $28,800 to Lighthouse Studios to fund two programs for a total funding of $40,000 in the FY26 budget.* An additional $6,000 to Loaves and Fishes to bring their total funding to $50,000 for FY26.* An additional $1,200 to Piedmont CASA for a total of $10,000.* An additional $6,600 to Live Arts for a total of $16,000.* An additional $7,100 to Legal Aid Justice Center for a total of $40,000* An additional $1,500 to SARA for a total of $25,000.* A total of $104,261 in capital improvement program funds will be redirected to the Dogwood Vietnam Memorial. Read this story for more information.At the meeting, Hammill handed out a spreadsheet that provided more details about other programs that were added to the list such as an annual payment to the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center. This was initially left out of the budget because the organization did not fill out an application through a portal called Zoom Grants.The payment to the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center was $228,993 in FY2024 and $246,993 in FY2025. The organization is considered fundamental which means it no longer has to compete for funding through the Vibrant Community Fund process . The payment for FY2026 will be $228,200.“By not submitting through Zoom Grants, they didn't appear on the list, but they didn't know that they had to still submit through Zoom Grants,” Sanders said. “So we have some course corrections that we need to do there and making sure that everyone understands what they have to do still, even though they're in a non competitive round.”Sanders said there was a similar error with the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority. That government body is considered “fundamental” but also sought additional funding.“We have to have a conversation with them about their pursuits of funding going forward to your point they could be here and in the competitive rounds,” Sanders said. “I don't particularly care for that. I think that makes it double dipping.”Sanders said Deputy City Manager James Freas and the Office of Community Solutions are currently performing an audit of CRHA as a way of building a better working relationship.City Councilor Michael Payne, a member of the CRHA Board, called for a joint work session to plan for the likelihood of reduced federal funding for public housing units.At one point in the conversation, Council initially signaled a willingness to add an additional $16,000 to the United Way for their Prosper program. Deputy City Manager Ashley Marshall made a pitch for the program at the April 10 meeting. The program had previously been called the Financial Resiliency Task Force.Another last minute item is $30,000 for the Tonsler League headed by former City Councilor and current CRHA Chair Wes Bellamy. The organization had expected that the City of Charlottesville would have received an additional $250,000 from the state government for operations, but Governor Glenn Youngkin recently vetoed that from the budget.“He received a $250,000 grant for this current year that ends in June,” Sanders said. “I am planning to check with him to see if. If he will expend all of that and avoid the risk of having to send anything back.”Council supported giving the Tonsler League $30,000.At half an hour into the final budget work session held three days after the final public hearing, Sanders asked Council if there was any other item they might want to fund and gave them the current balance.“The question that we are really posing at this point is, is there anything else that you all have been pondering?” Sanders asked. “Because we try to remind you that this is the end of the road and we are truly down to $394,000 that today, right now at this moment, is your Council Strategic Initiatives Fund.”That prompted Councilor Lloyd Snook to express a concern.“So we haven't even gotten to the fiscal year and we've already cut it down?” Snook asked.“That's correct,” Sanders said.Snook said he felt the process was not appropriate.“I find myself trying to figure out what possible process we're advancing here,” Snook said. “And the answer is it's still back to whatever anybody throws up against the wall at Council at the last minute. I just think that's a terrible way to do business.”Sanders said he understood Snook's concern.“I understand and appreciate the last minute nature of it and I'm not a fan of always doing that and I think in these, this, these two moments specifically, we can identify a way to bring you critical information so that you can have that presented to you and then you can make that determination on if you believe the item is ready to go forward,” Sanders said, adding that both Marshall and Bellamy could appear before Council to formally make a pitch.There were at least three Councilors who supported funding for Tonsler, but not yet for the Prosper Program.There was also a long discussion about increasing the number of transit drivers to 82 in order to restore service to pre-pandemic levels. This comment from Sanders finishes off that discussion and sets up a conversation for the future.“I think what I heard was that you are not going to attempt to unpack the budget at this late stage and find a way to make 82 drivers a reality,” Sanders said. “But what you are indicating is that you support the desire for added drivers and that you're looking to have us revisit that with you at some point in the future later in 2025 for the possible consideration of the use of one time funds for the bridge that would be required to get us to the next budget where we will realize the true cost.”Sanders also said he still wants to hold on to the $22.4 million surplus from FY2024 in case federal programs are cut.“The conversations that are being had in regards to SNAP and Medicaid are real in that they're big,” Sanders said. “And if those cuts were to occur, we will see a number of our constituency impacted directly by that.”Sanders said that while the city is blessed to have a large surplus, it will go very quickly if the local government picks up what had been a federal program.Tonight's meeting to adopt is not the end of the process. Because of a second advertising error, Council still has to hold a public hearing on the tax rates and that will take place at the next regular meeting on April 21. By law, Council cannot adopt those tax rates at that meeting and must wait at least three days. A second special meeting will be held on April 24.I had hoped to tell you more about the next three items by going back to the audio, but I've got to get to the next set of stories:* Sanders had an update on a potential low-barrier shelter. The General Assembly's version of the budget had $1.5 million going to the City of Charlottesville for this purpose, and Youngkin cut this in half. The budget has not yet been finalized and Sanders said Senator Creigh Deeds is still trying to make the case to restore the funding.* Sanders said he believes the city would need to provide operating funds to any grocery that sets up at 501 Cherry Avenue.* There is still a possibility that the city might provide funding for UVA's affordable housing project at 10th and Wertland. They will be asked to submit a request as part of the next funding cycle this fall.Second shout-out: Piedmont Master Gardeners seek items for Green Elephant SaleIf you are cleaning out your garage or basement this winter and have garden implements or yard ornaments you no longer need, the Piedmont Master Gardeners will take them off your handsThe Piedmont Master Gardeners are seeking donations of new and used garden tools, hoses, decorative items, outdoor furniture, and virtually anything else that can be used to maintain or enjoy a home landscape. From February 1 through April 30, these "Green Elephant" donations may be dropped off at 402 Albemarle Square between 10 a.m. and noon on Wednesdays or Saturdays. The Master Gardeners are not able to accept plastic pots or opened chemicals.The Green Elephants will be offered for sale to the public during PMG's Spring Plant Sale, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Albemarle Square Shopping Center. Proceeds will support the many free and low-cost horticulture education programs the Piedmont Master Gardeners offer to the community.To arrange a pickup of large items or for more information, contact the Piedmont Master Gardeners at greenelephant@piedmontmastergardeners.org.(image)Council adopts $265.2 million budget after another conversation about transit fundingCharlottesville City Council adopted a $265.2 million budget for the fiscal year that begins on July 1 at a special meeting on April 14 but not before another review and summary from City Manager Sam Sanders. He had introduced a $264,474,183 budget on March 4.“Things have changed a little bit, as it always does, from the proposed date to your adoption date,” Sander saidThere have been five budget work sessions and two public hearings on the document itself, but yet to come is a public hearing on the tax rates for 2025.“What I'll point out to you just in basic highlights, is that the revenue expenditure at this time has now risen to $265,248,446,” Sanders said.The tax rates have not changed for 2025, but another year of growth in assessments has resulted in more revenue. The assessor's office reported an average of a 7.74 percent increase in late January.One spending change in the budget is an additional $600,000 for Charlottesville Area Transit which partially came out of a push for local advocates.“We added a transit mechanic to help with operations,” Sanders said. “We are also maintaining fare free service across the system and absorbing the absence of the flexible federal funds because those funds are now not available to us as they have been.”Other highlights:* There's $5.4 million over the next five years for sidewalk repair and construction* There's $12.7 million in spending on affordable housing initiatives in FY26* The FY26 budget is the first to apply to a fourth collective bargaining unitCity Councilor Michael Payne asked about the status of a $22.4 million surplus from FY2024. Sanders made the decision to keep the amount in reserve and Council has so far agreed. The idea is to keep the money available while a new era for the federal government continues to settle in. He also said he has been meeting with nonprofit groups who have been making presentations on funding they have lost from the federal government.“So they are first trying to recoup what they've spent and hope that they might actually get some continuation,” Sanders said. “So that is beginning to build. We're beginning to see that finally the city organization itself has not incurred a loss. But we still continue to monitor just believing that it's just a matter of time. It's not a matter of if, it is actually a matter of when.”A generally-held practice in municipal budgeting is to not use one-time money such as surpluses to hire staffing.“Something like staffing is not ideal because we can't guarantee that funding to occur year to year,” said City Councilor Natalie Oschrin.The conversation went back to transit. The City of Charlottesville owns Charlottesville Area Transit and has full control of its operations. Albemarle County and Charlottesville have entered into an entity called the Charlottesville Albemarle Regional Transit Authority but so far that is entirely about planning for transit operations.Albemarle Supervisors vote to join Regional Transit Authority, December 15, 2024Charlottesville joins regional transit authority; Council holds first reading on federal transit allocations, December 28, 2024Charlottesville Area Transit has no independent board of directors which makes Council the sole authority over its operations. There had once been an advisory body made up of citizens but that was eliminated sometime during the pandemic.An advocacy group called IMPACT made up of various churches has been pressuring Albemarle and Charlottesville to increase the amount they spent on transit to hire additional drivers. Their specific number has been 82, a number believed to enable Charlottesville Area Transit to increase service.“The solution to long wait times is very straightforward: we need more bus drivers,” reads their website. “Right now, Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) has budgeted 67 drivers. Getting to wait times of half an hour will require at least 80.”In Virginia, cities and counties are completely independent of each other. There are regional services such as that provided by the Rivanna Water and Service Authority, but localities have to adopt budgets independently.IMPACT's public event was held on April 8, over a month into the budget process for Charlottesville and about six weeks after Albemarle County Executive Jeffrey Richardson introduced that locality's budget.At their work session on April 10, City Council indicated they wanted to support IMPACT's request but the timing is not right for the existing budget. They agreed to hold conversations about how to get there shortly after the budget is adopted.Vice Mayor Brian Pinkston and Charlottesville City Council were the two members of Council who went to hear from IMPACT at what they call the Nehemiah Action.“The commitment that the two of us made was to try to get something for this coming the fiscal year that we're working on now, which means some sort of amendment or whatever,” said City Councilor Brian Pinkston.Several members of the group were in attendance at the meeting and Pinkston addressed them directly from the dais and encouraged them to get involved earlier in the budget process.“I want people to know that this is not the end,” Pinkston said. “We heard you last week, we're working on it. And what you're hearing now is the sort of public outworking of the conversations that need to happen.”For over four years of reporting on transit issues, take a look at this tab on Information Charlottesville.Council adopted the budget after a final explanation of last minute changes such as $30,000 for the Tonsler League to help keep it going after Governor Youngkin vetoed an anticipated $250,000 from Virginia's budget.Council will hold a public hearing on the tax rate for 2025 on April 21 and then will hold a special meeting on April 24.Postscript for #850AToday's edition was intended to have additional audio but I ran out of time. Also the podcast edition can be less than half an hour long. The version that airs on WTJU has to be at least 29 minutes long. There was no radio version last week so I'm going to put another story or two in that version from #846-A. Behind the scenes I have quite a bit of organization that allows me to seemingly produce more content than entities with budgets that are much larger than mine. One day there will be more of everything. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

We're halfway through the show now and the fun continues! Bob from the Boy and Girls Club of Dorchester joins the show, we have a controversial weird story, and Katherine Loftus breaks down the Karen read trial! Listen to Billy & Lisa weekdays from 6-10AM on Kiss 108!

Jay Maia is the CEO of the Bristol Boys and Girls Club. He discusses the latest projects they are doing.

On Friday, February 21st, 2025, the Boys & Girls Club of the Capital area held its annual "Local Heroes Gala" at the Albany Clubhouse to celebrate Black History Month. The event featured performances and honored local community leaders. One of the honorees was Troy resident Kevin Pryor, Community Organizer and Director of Diversity, Opportunity, and Outreach for the City of Troy. In this labor segment, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry recorded excerpts from the ceremony of Kevin Pryor accepting his award and a brief interview with Rap artist Tejoh, who wrote and performed a rap song "Black and Proud" at the gala.

Today on the show Colin takes a look back at an age old outdoor industry problem. The 'outdoor boys club' and a continued lack of gender representation is something that has persisted in the outdoor industry since there has been an outdoor industry. Today on the show Colin is joined by Cassie Abel, the founder and CEO of Wild Rye, who provides a unique perspective on the challenges and progress regarding women's inclusion in outdoor spaces. Throughout their conversation, Cassie & Colin take a look at the historical patterns of inequality, significant steps taken been taken, and the ongoing obstacles that hinder true equity. Cassie also articulates the necessity for women in leadership positions to in order to create meaningful change and highlights the importance of collaboration over competition among outdoor brands. Basically as Cassie puts it, "it's time to prop up the girls club."Check out hundreds of wildly cool products by visiting and shopping at Garage Grown Gear!Register For Obōz Trails For Tree Challenge at trailsfortrees.com. Thanks for listening! The Rock Fight is a production of Rock Fight, LLC. Sign up for NEWS FROM THE FRONT, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter by heading to www.rockfight.co and clicking Join The Mailing List.Please follow and subscribe to The Rock Fight and give us a 5 star rating and a written review wherever you get your podcasts.Want to pick a fight with The Rock Fight? Send your feedback, questions, and comments to myrockfight@gmail.com.

For 50 years, the Kips Bay Decorator Show House has been at the heart of the design world, showcasing the work of visionary designers while raising millions for the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club. Now, with the release of Iconic Rooms: Kips Bay New York Decorator Show House at 50, the Show House's legacy is being celebrated in a whole new way.In this episode, I sit down with Nazira Handal, Director of Special Events & Corporate Partnerships for Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club, to explore the making of this milestone book, a behind-the-scenes look at how these show houses come together, and the legacy Kips Bay is leaving on the world of interior design—and on the lives of thousands of children. RESOURCES:Support and learn more about the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club here.Take a peek at the infamous Show Houses.Preorder Iconic Rooms: Kips Bay New York Decorator Show House at 50.Follow along on Instagram and Facebook.

Learn More about the North MS Boys and Girls Clubs Welcome to HEARD IT ON THE SHARK with your show host Melinda Marsalis and show sponsor, Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area. HEARD IT ON THE SHARK is a weekly interview show that airs every Tuesday at 11 am on the shark 102.3 FM radio station based in Ripley, MS and then is released as a podcast on all the major podcast platforms. You'll hear interviews with the movers and shakers in north Mississippi who are making things happen. Melinda talks with entrepreneurs, leaders of business, medicine, education, and the people behind all the amazing things happening in north Mississippi. When people ask you how did you know about that, you'll say, “I HEARD IT ON THE SHARK!” HEARD IT ON THE SHARK is brought to you by the Mississippi Hills National Heritage area. We want you to get out and discover the historic, cultural, natural, scenic and recreational treasures of the Mississippi Hills right in your backyard. And of course we want you to take the shark 102.3 FM along for the ride. Bounded by I-55 to the west and Highway 14 to the south, the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area, created by the United States Congress in 2009 represents a distinctive cultural landscape shaped by the dynamic intersection of Appalachian and Delta cultures, an intersection which has produced a powerful concentration of national cultural icons from the King of Rock'n'Roll Elvis Presley, First Lady of Country Music Tammy Wynette, blues legend Howlin' Wolf, Civil Rights icons Ida B. Wells-Barnett and James Meredith, America's favorite playwright Tennessee Williams, and Nobel-Laureate William Faulkner. The stories of the Mississippi Hills are many and powerful, from music and literature, to Native American and African American heritage, to the Civil War. The Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area supports the local institutions that preserve and share North Mississippi's rich history. Begin your discovery of the historic, cultural, natural, scenic, and recreational treasures of the Mississippi Hills by visiting the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area online at mississippihills.org. Musical Credit to: Garry Burnside - Guitar; Buddy Grisham - Guitar; Mike King - Drums/Percussion All content is copyright 2021 Sun Bear Studio Ripley MS LLC all rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be rebroadcast or used for any other purpose without express written consent of Sun Bear Studio Ripley MS LLC

The Boys and Girls Club of Manhattan prepares for its 26th annual Casino Night fundraiser on April 4th at the K-State Alumni Center, featuring a prom theme and introducing their first-ever dance floor to the event.• Now operating in 13 locations across Ogden, Manhattan, and Wamego• Early Learning Center serves over 80 infants and toddlers with room to grow• New dedicated Teen Center fulfills 30-year dream, serving over 30 teens daily• Casino Night fundraiser proceeds ensure program access for all families regardless of ability to pay• Live auction includes game day package with Gene Taylor, Cancun vacation, and private game show experience• Silent auction features Bobby Witt Jr. signed jersey, Chef fast pass, and various sports memorabilia• Steel and Pipe Supply returns as presenting sponsor alongside Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation• Tickets available at bgclubmanhattan.com with discounts for full table purchasesJoin us on Friday, April 4th at the K-State Alumni Center for a night of gaming, auctions, and dancing while supporting life-changing programs for local youth. Get your tickets now before they sell out!GMCFCFAs

An Interview with new Boys & Girls Club CEO Pete Settlemayer 

We're doing something a little special for Episode 159...In continued celebration of Women's History Month, we're revisiting Episode 90, when Tressa sat down to talk about the Girls Supporting Girls Club with Carlynton School District's School Psychologist, Dr. Tricia Serdy, Carlynton 2nd Grade Teacher/Co-Founder of Freestore 15106 & Free Fridge 15106, Don Alexander, and Carlynton High School students and Club members, Alexis & Talia. Then in its first year, this Club was already changing students' lives by connecting them with each other, providing counseling and guidance, and encouraging them to mentor and support each other. This multi-generational conversation is a must-listen :)www.yinzaregood.comHave a story of gratitude or kindness to share? Want to request a Kindness Crate drop off at your business or school? Know someone who would make a great guest?Email us: yinzaregood@gmail.comInstagram: @yinzaregoodFacebook: @YinzAreGoodOriginal Air Date: June 3rd, 2023

Jeff was joined by Anchorage resident Brandon Kennedy. They discuss a medical event his son Marcus had at the Mountain View Boys and Girls Club during a basketball game last August, his son's time at Alaska Regional Hospital, the start of the problems he had with Aetna when his son needed to go to a brain injury facility outside of Alaska, how his son eventually ended up at Shirley Ryan in Chicago, the insurance nightmare he has had to deal with since his son went to Chicago, and some of the help he and his family have gotten along the way. You can view the GoFundMe and more information here. 

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Teresa Edwards. She is a powerhouse in the entertainment industry, known for her dynamic presence as a speaker and host. She has moderated and led hundreds, captivating audiences, and bringing unmatched energy to every stage. With a proven track record of hosting and moderating many events and panels, she has made a lasting impact with industry giants such as Warner Bros. Discovery, AT&T, Technology Association of Georgia, Boys and Girls Club of Metro Atlanta, and Year Up.Teresa has been prominently featured in notable publications like CanvasRebel and VoyageATL, underscoring her influence in the entertainment world. A true visionary, she wears many hats: author, playwright, producer, director, actor, consultant, mentor, coach, and beyond—earning her the well-deserved title of “MiZZ Entertainment.” Teresa’s dedication to her craft is unparalleled, and those fortunate enough to work with her don't just become clients—they become family. At Terror Dome Entertainment, we believe everyone has a story worth telling. We take the fear out of dreaming and transform your vision into an extraordinary reality. Whether you're an independent creator or a major organization, our video production, audio engineering, and music production services are tailored to bring your concepts to life with precision and creativity. With a dedicated, passionate team, we ensure high-quality results at competitive rates, guiding you from concept to completion. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Teresa Edwards. She is a powerhouse in the entertainment industry, known for her dynamic presence as a speaker and host. She has moderated and led hundreds, captivating audiences, and bringing unmatched energy to every stage. With a proven track record of hosting and moderating many events and panels, she has made a lasting impact with industry giants such as Warner Bros. Discovery, AT&T, Technology Association of Georgia, Boys and Girls Club of Metro Atlanta, and Year Up.Teresa has been prominently featured in notable publications like CanvasRebel and VoyageATL, underscoring her influence in the entertainment world. A true visionary, she wears many hats: author, playwright, producer, director, actor, consultant, mentor, coach, and beyond—earning her the well-deserved title of “MiZZ Entertainment.” Teresa’s dedication to her craft is unparalleled, and those fortunate enough to work with her don't just become clients—they become family. At Terror Dome Entertainment, we believe everyone has a story worth telling. We take the fear out of dreaming and transform your vision into an extraordinary reality. Whether you're an independent creator or a major organization, our video production, audio engineering, and music production services are tailored to bring your concepts to life with precision and creativity. With a dedicated, passionate team, we ensure high-quality results at competitive rates, guiding you from concept to completion. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Teresa Edwards. She is a powerhouse in the entertainment industry, known for her dynamic presence as a speaker and host. She has moderated and led hundreds, captivating audiences, and bringing unmatched energy to every stage. With a proven track record of hosting and moderating many events and panels, she has made a lasting impact with industry giants such as Warner Bros. Discovery, AT&T, Technology Association of Georgia, Boys and Girls Club of Metro Atlanta, and Year Up.Teresa has been prominently featured in notable publications like CanvasRebel and VoyageATL, underscoring her influence in the entertainment world. A true visionary, she wears many hats: author, playwright, producer, director, actor, consultant, mentor, coach, and beyond—earning her the well-deserved title of “MiZZ Entertainment.” Teresa’s dedication to her craft is unparalleled, and those fortunate enough to work with her don't just become clients—they become family. At Terror Dome Entertainment, we believe everyone has a story worth telling. We take the fear out of dreaming and transform your vision into an extraordinary reality. Whether you're an independent creator or a major organization, our video production, audio engineering, and music production services are tailored to bring your concepts to life with precision and creativity. With a dedicated, passionate team, we ensure high-quality results at competitive rates, guiding you from concept to completion. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nach dem Girls Club in der letzten Woche, gibt es in Folge 369 den Boys Club zu hören. André und Chris beschäftigen sich erneut mit ihren aktuellen Lieblingsthema, dem apokalyptischen Thriller der späten 90er und frühen 2000er. Dieses Mal geht es um den dezent vergessenen Serienkiller-Krimi Resurrection aus dem Jahr 1999, in dem Highlander Christopher Lambert es mit einem Mörder aufnehmen muss, der Jesus Christus höchstpersönlich zum Leben erwecken will. Außerdem erzählen euch die beiden Herren von ihren sehr unterschiedlich verbrachten Urlaubsreisen auf der AIDA und in Japan. Viel Spaß!

In this engaging podcast episode, Scott Catron and Trey Valentine explore various themes including perception, parenting, family dynamics, and teaching experiences. They discuss how perspective can change the way we view life events, the independence of children today compared to previous generations, and share personal anecdotes about family and teaching. The conversation also delves into legal insights regarding firearm regulations, emphasizing the importance of accurate information in education. In this conversation, Trey and Scott discuss various topics ranging from their experiences in a sketchy ER to their support for the Boys and Girls Club. They share humorous anecdotes about fundraising events, culinary preferences, and the challenges of social media, particularly with OnlyFans. The discussion also delves into the implications of daylight saving time and the new challenge rule in baseball, showcasing their light-hearted banter and camaraderie. In this conversation, Scott Catron and Trey discuss various aspects of baseball, including the evolution of umpiring, the impact of rule changes on the game, and the importance of maintaining the human element in sports. They also delve into broader themes such as accountability in government employment and the role of teachers, emphasizing the need for responsibility in both education and public service. The discussion concludes with an exploration of the fiat economy and its implications for government spending.

Episode 203 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast is packed with exciting updates throughout the three Boys & Girls Club of Boone County units. We check in with the B-G-C C-E-O Eric Richards, to get programming, staffing, and longterm updates. Find out what's in the works as area groups collaborate to help meet the needs of area teens. Episode 203 of the #Lovinlebanon podcast starts now! Get more details on this year's DUNK fundraiser: https://www.bgcboone.org/events-news/dunk/ BGC website: https://www.bgcboone.org/  

In this episode, Dave sits down with multi-platinum producer and CEO of Platinum Boy Records, Antwan "Amadeus" Thompson. Amadeus has worked with icons like Chris Brown, JLo, 50 Cent, and Lil Wayne, and has spent 17 years as Music Director and Tour Drummer for Trey Songz. He's been inducted into The Bronx Walk of Fame, honored at the Madison Square Boys & Girls Club, and received a Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. Tune in to hear his inspiring journey and wisdom on music, faith, entrepreneurship, and success!

"Malikshabazz Owens, founder of the 501 c 3 nonprofit organization Welcoming Interim Shared Housing (WISH) aka Welcoming Initiatives for Social Health WISH has dedicated his life to helping the homeless, low-income population, and supporting communities in Los Angeles. Born in Harvey, IL, Malik experienced homelessness and financial instability firsthand for more than 50% of his life, moving frequently between 3 states, and experiencing mutual eviction with his family as a child due to his mother's mental health struggles. Despite these challenges, he persevered, attending Green Mountain College in Vermont, and later working in private security for the Japanese Ambassador while living in New York City, as well as mental health services , and other various professions. In 2014, he moved to LA and began working with homeless service providers, eventually starting WISH in 2020 to fill gaps in existing services. Through WISH, Malik provides tailored, compassionate support to empower individuals in need, including social initiatives like Project Vendigo, a project addressing food insecurity and essential needs for communities by way of 100% free vending machines. Driven by his personal experiences and passion to make a difference, Malik has committed himself fully to WISH, resigning from his full-time job to focus on his nonprofit and create lasting change in the lives of those struggling" Welcomewish.org ProjectVendigo.com Instagram: WelcomingWish We would like to thank Vessi shoes , Columbia Sportwear, Adidas, DSW, and Soles4souls for collaborating with WISH to ensure that we can continue to support all Los Angeles county fire victims . We are having a community give away event on March 1st 11am-2pm at the Pasadena Boys and Girls Club of Pasadena to provide brand new shoes and clothing and other essential items for the community. Soles4Souls has been a prominent non profit organization to make the corporate connections. WISH and the CEO Malikshabazz Owens will continue to support all communities to ensure the support is available regardless of government red tape. We continue to embark on social initiatives for all communities. Please be sure to follow us on instagram at WelcomingWish and feel free to donate at ProjectVendigo.Com as we work to restore our main website Welcomewish.org which has been compromised by the tech hackers . We do still have a landing page at Welcomewish.Org but most of our donation links are on the project Vendigo website. We have been able to provide more that 80000 essential items and new merchandise to communities in need over the past 2 months. Also feel free to to check out our podcast on Spotify: Wish With Us and How I Got Here. Malikshabazz Owens was brought up in poverty and multiple episodes of homelessness while being raised by a single mother . He effectively made a life for himself and decided to give his heart to the the most vulnerable populations out nation dispute the beuqacratic barriers and hindrance. This is what makes America great

On this episode of In The Know, we welcome special guests LaDon Moore and Michelle King, Co-Presidents & Board Members of HBCU College Club, along with Jason Jordan, Representative of the Boys and Girls Club & Board Member. They'll be sharing the history of the HBCU College Club, details about the upcoming College Fair, and exciting HBCU tours—both past and future. Learn how these experiences are shaping young minds and discover how you can get involved in connecting students with the legacy and opportunities of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Don't miss this insightful conversation on education, empowerment, and community engagement!

Today's podcast features, leaderning & develpment consultant, trainer and coach, Kelsey Ley. We discuss how important it is for manager's to understand themselves so that they can lead with intention. This is not only important to enhance business, but managers have a huge impact on their direct repoorts' well-being. Kelsey shares a powerful framework that helps managers understand what type of manager they tend to opperate from and how understanding this is key. Kelsey also shares insights in how managers can manage conflict, enhance accoutability and offer feedback with more assertiveness and ease. Take a listen to the whole episode and join us on LinkedIn to continue the conversation Wade Brill and Kelsey Ley.     Want more support regulating your mindset, nervous system and emotions as a leader? Reach out to discover what working together can look like. Schedule a Connection Call here.    ___ KELSEY LEY  Website  Learning & Development Consultant, Trainer, and Coach With a formal education background and current focus on manager development, Kelsey brings over 14 years of teaching, coaching, and community development to her work. She has partnered with companies such as Principal, Meta, Bender Management, Verano, the Boys and Girls Club, and many others. Fun facts: Former girl scout, new resident of Tucson, AZ, and mom to a 3 year old with another on the way!

Mark Husen from Bellin Sports Medicine calls in to talk with the guys about their clinics and the wonderful etiquette they have. "We do listen to customers and we understand because I've been a customer". Then Beckett K is in the house!!! Dressed to the nines in Eagles gear. Bex doesn't think the Chiefs are unbeatable he thinks the refs are. He talks about raising $482,660 and 1/4 of a penny last night with Bill Jartz from the 36th Annual Wine & Cheese event for the Boys and Girls Club. An incredible night Bex predicts that the Chiefs will win despite not wanting them to. A congratulations goes to Beckket for being chosen the club to go to San Diego as well as the multiple upcoming events and interviews he'll be apart of. Beckett was 1 in 20 kids picked from all over the world to be involved in this program. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guest: Beckett K.

Hi everyone, In this episode, I reflect briefly on my experience as a caregiver to my mom. This episode explores themes of mental health like but not limited to - depression, bipolar, schizophrenia , and anxiety. This episode is deeply personal to me and I ask that you listen to this episode with an open mind and heart. And, a special shoutout to all of my caregiver out there, I see you and I love. you! With Understanding, Patience and Warmth, -Onika!

Heather Monahan was at the top of her career when she was blindsided and fired after 14 years as Chief Revenue Officer. Instead of letting it define her, she walked away with her head held high and rebuilt her life on her own terms. Heather turned her setback into a springboard for success, becoming a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and confidence expert. In this episode, Heather shares her three-step BAK process for overcoming villains, strategies for navigating toxic environments, and the power of living “lanelessly.” In this episode, Hala and Heather will discuss:  (00:00) Introduction   (03:09) Heather's Impact on Hala's Career (04:13) Personal and Professional Challenges (09:59) Living Lanelessly (13:25) Facing Villains and Building Confidence (21:00) The BAK Process for Overcoming Challenges (23:58) The Sandwich Technique for Constructive Feedback (26:31) Overcoming Negative Self-Talk (34:16) Manifestation and Visualization (37:31) The 30-Day Grid for Goal Tracking (39:45) The Power of Music in Achieving Goals (41:30) Grief to Gross Ratio (45:13) The Art of Pitching Yourself (48:41) The Importance of Knowledge and Skills   Heather Monahan is a 2x bestselling author, Top 50 Keynote Speaker in the World (2022), entrepreneur, founder of Boss In Heels, and host of the Creating Confidence podcast. Before becoming a top author and speaker, Heather successfully climbed the corporate ladder for nearly 20 years, becoming one of the few women to break the glass ceiling and claim a spot in the C-suite. In 2017, she was named one of the Most Influential Women in Radio. In 2018, Thrive Global named her a Limit Breaking Female Founder, and in 2021, Girls Club honored her as the Thought Leader of the Year. Forbes recognized Heather's first book, Confidence Creator, as one of the five must-have books for women in business in 2021. Her latest book, Overcome Your Villains, was released in November 2021. Connect with Heather: Website: heathermonahan.com Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/theheathermonahan  Twitter: twitter.com/_heathermonahan  Instagram: instagram.com/heathermonahan  Facebook: facebook.com/heathermonahanofficial    Sponsored by: OpenPhone - Get 20% off 6 months at openphone.com/PROFITING    Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopify  Airbnb - Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at airbnb.com/host  Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to rocketmoney.com/profiting  Indeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting      Resources Mentioned: Heather's Books:  Confidence Creator: amzn.to/4htDiLK  Overcome Your Villains: amzn.to/40KXGTa  Heather's TedxTalk: youngandprofiting.co/3Wxxrx7  Heather's Podcast, Creating Confidence: apple.co/3ESsHYL  More About Young and Profiting Download Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Get Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals Leave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yap Watch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting   Follow Hala Taha LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala Twitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala   Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.com 

Josh Kraft, the son of New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, plans to run for Mayor of Boston, running against incumbent Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, sources close to him confirm. Kraft has spent a majority of his career focusing on philanthropic work. For over a decade he served as CEO of the Boston chapter of the Boys & Girls Club and is the current president of the New England Patriots Foundation. Do you think Kraft has what it takes to be an effective Boston Mayor?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Christina Dukes Brown. The Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic, Chief Executive Officer. As a leader with a vision for prioritizing collaboration and inclusivity in all her endeavors, Dr. Brown has dedicated her career to nurturing growth and fostering community well-being. Her extensive experience in educational leadership spans over two decades, marked by ascending roles and broadening responsibilities across several prestigious institutions. Under her outcome-focused and thoughtful direction, organizations have flourished, consistently achieving enhanced educational outcomes and broader community impact. Her accomplished background fully prepares her to lead the Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic into its next chapter and to advance its mission of inspiring and enabling all young people to reach their full potential. Company Description *The Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic currently serves more than 1,400 children and teens per day in both Paterson and Passaic through academic, athletic, and artistic programming both after school and during summer camp. The Club is grounded in our students' academic and interpersonal success, ages 5-18. Every day, at two Clubhouses and eleven satellite locations, every child completes their homework before accessing enrichment programs that range from STEM to Nutrition to Aquatics, creating a broad spectrum of learning opportunities. In addition, each day, a nutritious snack and meal are served to our Club Kids to ensure that they receive the “fuel” to keep them striving and thriving. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Christina Dukes Brown. The Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic, Chief Executive Officer. As a leader with a vision for prioritizing collaboration and inclusivity in all her endeavors, Dr. Brown has dedicated her career to nurturing growth and fostering community well-being. Her extensive experience in educational leadership spans over two decades, marked by ascending roles and broadening responsibilities across several prestigious institutions. Under her outcome-focused and thoughtful direction, organizations have flourished, consistently achieving enhanced educational outcomes and broader community impact. Her accomplished background fully prepares her to lead the Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic into its next chapter and to advance its mission of inspiring and enabling all young people to reach their full potential. Company Description *The Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic currently serves more than 1,400 children and teens per day in both Paterson and Passaic through academic, athletic, and artistic programming both after school and during summer camp. The Club is grounded in our students' academic and interpersonal success, ages 5-18. Every day, at two Clubhouses and eleven satellite locations, every child completes their homework before accessing enrichment programs that range from STEM to Nutrition to Aquatics, creating a broad spectrum of learning opportunities. In addition, each day, a nutritious snack and meal are served to our Club Kids to ensure that they receive the “fuel” to keep them striving and thriving. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Christina Dukes Brown. The Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic, Chief Executive Officer. As a leader with a vision for prioritizing collaboration and inclusivity in all her endeavors, Dr. Brown has dedicated her career to nurturing growth and fostering community well-being. Her extensive experience in educational leadership spans over two decades, marked by ascending roles and broadening responsibilities across several prestigious institutions. Under her outcome-focused and thoughtful direction, organizations have flourished, consistently achieving enhanced educational outcomes and broader community impact. Her accomplished background fully prepares her to lead the Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic into its next chapter and to advance its mission of inspiring and enabling all young people to reach their full potential. Company Description *The Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic currently serves more than 1,400 children and teens per day in both Paterson and Passaic through academic, athletic, and artistic programming both after school and during summer camp. The Club is grounded in our students' academic and interpersonal success, ages 5-18. Every day, at two Clubhouses and eleven satellite locations, every child completes their homework before accessing enrichment programs that range from STEM to Nutrition to Aquatics, creating a broad spectrum of learning opportunities. In addition, each day, a nutritious snack and meal are served to our Club Kids to ensure that they receive the “fuel” to keep them striving and thriving. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deonna Wylie is a proud Gamecock, and proud to hold a Bachelors of Arts in Economics along with an Associate's degree in Performing Arts Dance. After graduating, she worked for seven years in the financial investment industry, and a few years as an analyst in data warehousing. Deonna is a Circle of Excellence Realtor in the Midlands where she continues her mission to make a positive impact in the community. She is the Founder of the Cola Rosé Shower, an annual event that celebrates women and promotes awareness for women's health issues that plague women in the Greater Columbia community. She is the Past Chair of United Way of Midlands' Young Leaders Society (YLS), past Member of the Board of Directors for United Way of the Midlands, and current Member of the Board of Directors for Prisma Health Foundation Cancer Institute. She is the recipient of United Way of the Midlands 2023 Judith M Davis Volunteer of the Year, and is credited with being the first and only to turn Williams-Brice Stadium lights pink. Her philanthropic efforts have also supported other great non-profits such as MIRCI, Boys and Girls Club, Palmetto Place, Sistercare and the Period Project. She is a participant of Harvard Business School Division of Continuing Education- Professional Development Programs - Advanced Business Strategy: Gaining a Competitive Edge, July 2023. Thank you so much for listening! If you would like to see more from Cola Rosé Shower, you can find them here: https://colaroseshower.com/ This episode is sponsored by Columbia Family Chiropractor: https://www.cfcforhealth.com https://www.instagram.com/columbiafamilychiropractic If you would like to follow us, we are on everything at Here For The Health Of It Podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/hereforthehealthofitpodcasthttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hereforthehealthofit

In this episode of 365 Amplified, the Madison365 reporting team dives into key local and community-driven topics, from upcoming events to deeper systemic conversations: Community Highlights (0:55): Celebrate MLK Day with various events around Madison, including a day of service and an awards ceremony. Discover Centro Hispano's new space through their vibrant Tres Reyes Celebration on January 18th. Learn about "Comedy for a Cause," a fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County on January 30th. Mark your calendars for Centro Hispano's culinary fundraiser featuring chefs from Casa Ora, a renowned Venezuelan restaurant, on January 22nd and 23rd. A Proposed Charter School (7:20): The team explores the proposed McKenzie Forward Career and College Academy, a public charter school focused on equipping students with technical and workforce skills. Hear insights on its potential impact, community concerns, and the debate surrounding charter schools' roles in education reform. A Taste of Venezuela in Madison (24:36): Special guest Ivo Diaz, co-owner and mixologist of Casa Ora in New York City, shares his inspiring journey in hospitality. Ivo and his mother will bring a six-course Venezuelan tasting menu to Madison for Centro Hispano's fundraiser. Don't miss this chance to support a local organization while enjoying fine dining. Links: Your Guide to MLK Day in Madison Centro Hispano to host its first Tres Reyes celebration at its brand-new home Comedy for a Cause to benefit Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County  

Jessica and Jenn send all their love and prayers out to everyone Los Angeles affected by the fires this week. Resources to help out those impacted are listed below. This week we welcome back the wonderful, Joe Towne! Joe is a Los Angeles based performer, award-winning writer, director, and teacher. As the CEO and Co-Founder of The Performer's Mindset, Joe works with performers to elevate their craft, with corporate professionals to bring Mindset practices into the workplace, and with creatives of all types, preparing them show up at their best in life's big moments. As the creator and host of The Better Podcast, Joe explores the nuances of creative practice and leads conversations that help us individually - and collectively - develop healthier relationships with our mind, our craft, and the world. In this episode, Jess, Jenn start off by updating everyone on the resources we know of and can reiterate to our listeners affected by the fires. Then we dive in with Joe on how we want to reflect over the last year and the best ways of moving forwarding the New Year after a difficult year for a lot of us. Great ways to close out 2024 with a fresh mindset for 2025 Regulate, Recover, Review , Renew How to sustain motivation and stay consistent all throughout the year Victimhood and how we approach it and overcome Looking for the positive and retraining our brains to be optimistic even if our tendencies are pessimistic. Being grateful for even the smallest things Episode Resources: A Cause for Entertainment Donation Page California Fire Foundation Pasadena Humane Society California Community Foundation Los Angeles Regional Foodbank The Center for Disaster Philanthropy American Red Cross Los Angeles Region World Central Kitchen Global Empowerment Mission AirBnb Boys & Girls Club of Malibu Direct Relief Ventura County Community Foundation ⁠Joe's IMDB⁠ ⁠ ⁠Joe's Instagram⁠ ⁠The Performer's Mindset Website⁠ ⁠The Performer's Mindset Instagram⁠ ──────────────────────────── ⁠Stay Tuned with ⁠Tipsy Casting on IG⁠⁠ Watch the ⁠Tipsy Casting YouTube Channel⁠ ⁠Follow ⁠Jessica⁠ ⁠ & ⁠Follow ⁠Jenn⁠ ⁠ Learn More About ⁠⁠Jess⁠ ⁠& ⁠⁠Jenn⁠'s⁠ Casting Journeys ⁠Get ⁠Casting Life Away Merch⁠ here!⁠ ⁠⁠Visit the official ⁠Tipsy Casting Website⁠