Podcasts about Grassroots

WarRoom Battleground EP 962: Holding Polis Accountable For Tina Peters; Victory For The Grassroots

Send a textSkiing is fun. Apparently. (And so is pretending we didn't ghost you for six months.)Episode 128 is a pure catch-up chaos special: Jesse, Jen, and Evan reconvene to explain where the heck they've been, why the show went dark, and what it might look like to keep this thing alive from afar.We dig into:The “we've been busy” recap (translation: life exploded) Evan being “back”… but also not back… but also kind of back The plan: try this again for ~6 months, likely one episode a month, while figuring out remote recording logistics Grassroots updates: new building, Craig as part-time pastor, plus others speaking A quick Lone Canary plug: new album Dime Store Horses, vinyl, and a potential CO/NM/(maybe) Dakotas tour routeEvan's update: now lead pastor at Morning Star Friends Church (Quaker), adapting “missional community” thinking in a more conservative, wealthy suburban context And the big teaser: Evan is writing a book tentatively titled Igniting Suburbia about missional life in the suburbs Then, because it's us, we debate whether “AF” is still cool and brainstorm renaming the show into something extremely unserious. So crack open an NA beer, throw a ketchup pun at your friends, and tell us what topics you actually want—because if y'all don't interact, Jen threatened to quit again. 

The MAGA movement is stronger than ever — and Tuesday night in Texas proved it. Grassroots conservatives delivered a political shockwave as Steve Toth defeated incumbent Dan Crenshaw, sending a clear message that the America First base is firmly in control. At the same time, Ken Paxton forced longtime Senator John Cornyn into a runoff, another sign that voters want fighters in Washington — not establishment politicians. Meanwhile on Capitol Hill, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem showed exactly why she’s become one of the strongest voices in the administration. Facing tough questioning from senators, Noem stood her ground and forcefully defended the administration’s America First approach to security and immigration. Tonight on Stinchfield, we break down the Texas political earthquake and the powerful message the grassroots just sent to Washington.

For episode 241, we welcome Will Ruddick, Founder of Grassroots Economics and architect behind Sarafu Network and the Cosmo-Local Credit DAO. We are also joined by a special Co-Host, Coleen Chase, who brings great perspective from her work with community saving circles with The Solar Foundation.You'll learn:

Today, I'm joined by the innovative Dr. Cynthia Keller, a pediatrician whose passion for integrative and functional medicine has reshaped how we understand post-COVID health challenges. Dr. Keller opens up about her journey from conventional medicine to designing unique solutions for children and families, revealing how her care, presence, and determination to "solve the unsolvable" led to breakthroughs in treating mood changes, weight gain, and energy loss after COVID. Special Offer: If you go to  alchemicmedicinals.com and use code NatRocks at checkout, you'll get a whopping 50% off of the Tryptophan Re-Genesis™ Powder while supplies last! (Capsules not included). Episode Timestamps: Introduction and host's mission ... 00:00:00 From standard care to integrative pediatrics ... 00:05:05 Patterns in pediatric development and disease ... 00:09:19 Gut health, emotional factors, and parenting ... 00:10:44 Clinic model and multidisciplinary care ... 00:15:04 Post-COVID nutrient depletion: clinical discoveries ... 00:18:03 Key depleted cofactors and rapid recovery ... 00:19:31 COVID's ongoing impact on gut and microbiome ... 00:24:39 Grassroots collaboration and evolving strategies ... 00:26:28 Clinical patterns: mood, weight, thirst ... 00:36:02 Family-wide interventions and quick results ... 00:46:24 Symptoms-based approach, minimal testing ... 00:52:07 Supplementation protocol and cautions ... 00:57:14 Product development and access ... 01:08:22 Infant microbiome and generational shifts ... 01:10:28 Pediatricians: importance of listening and presence ... 01:20:09 Love and connection in clinical care ... 01:21:01 Modern dysregulation: loss of boredom ... 01:22:28   Our Amazing Sponsors: Ozlo - use smart sound engineering and sleep detection to help you stay in deeper, more stable sleep all night. Create your ideal sleep environment anywhere: go to ozlosleep.com/nat and use code NAT to get $75 off.   Youth Daily by Young Goose — An all-in-one moisturizer powered by NAD+ nano precursors to boost elasticity, smooth wrinkles, and keep your skin looking fresh, dewy, and full of life; grab yours at younggoose.com and use code Nat10 for first orders or this link and code 5NAT for returning customers.   Mitopure Longevity Gummies by Timeline — Clinically backed Urolithin A supports mitochondrial health to boost energy, recovery, and healthy aging, all in an easy daily gummy instead of another pill; go to timeline.com/nat20 for 20% off Mitopure Gummies.   Nat's Links:  YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Dr. Bill Lawrence Episode

Recorded at the LSU State Livestock Show, Karl Wiggers sits down with Madison DeKeyzer and Macy Rushing to talk cattle-show life, Farm Bureau connections, and what's ahead on the Louisiana Farm Bureau Livestock Advisory Committee Beef Tour (March 22–27).  Madison shares what makes the tour special—top-notch ranch visits, educational stops, and the real value: the relationships you build along the way.  Macy brings the “new producer” perspective, talking about jumping into cattle as a first-generation operation and why she's excited to learn from others on the trip.Sign up here: https://lafarmbureau.org/calendar/2026/3/22/2026-louisiana-farm-bureau-beef-tourGuests- Madison DeKeyzer – Louisiana Farm Bureau Commodity & Public Policy Specialist- Macy Rushing – Lucky 5 Land & Livestock Key topics- What the Beef Tour is (ranches + educational stops + networking)- Why the best learning happens between stops (bus conversations) - Macy's operation: backgrounding / stocker calves - Farm Bureau connections that turn into real-world help Beef Tour dates- Deadline to register: March 11th- March 22–27, 2026Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers hereFind a Louisiana Farm Bureau office in your parish here.Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

We have a brief look at the new proposed laws from IFAB and talk about how refereeing needs confidence and experience. We look at the big decisions from the weekend and Luke has a massive rant about something or other. Come and join us on this week's cracker of an episode.

In the 1960s and 70s, a group of black filmmakers at UCLA produced a diverse collection of films to challenge Hollywood’s depiction of black communities. The LA Rebellion presented films with uniquely black stories. What was this movement and what did it accomplish? [ dur: 30mins. ] Allyson Nadia Field is Associate Professor of Cinema and Media Studies at the University of Chicago. She is the author of Acts of Love: Black Performance and the Kiss that Changed Film History and co-editor of L.A. Rebellion: Creating a New Black Cinema. Bernard Nicolas holds a Master of Fine Arts in Film Production from UCLA during L.A. Rebellion era. He is a writer, producer, director, actor. Films he directed include Daydream Therapy and Gidget Meets Hondo. UCLA archive of L.A. Rebellion for Black Cinema can be found here. Some films from this collective : Killer of Sheep ( Charles Burnett ) Daughters of the Dust ( Julie Dash ) Bush Mama ( Haile Gerima ) Diary of an African Nun ( Julie Dash ) Grey Area ( Monona Wali ) A Day in the life of Wille Faust or Death on Installment Plan ( Jamma Fanaka ) California’s historic segregation of Mexican-Americans contrasted with the South’s version of segregation. In California, who did this segregation serve? Our guest confirms it was the interests of “citrus capitalism” in Orange County. The famous Supreme Court Case Broad v Board of Education challenged segregation in public schools. But there was another precedent, the Mendes et al case, that challenged segregation and education in California against Mexican-Americans. [ dur: 28mins. ] David-James Gonzales is Assistant Professor of Histroy at Brigham Young University. He is the author of the book of discussion – Breaking Down the Walls of Segregation: Mexican American Grassroots Politics and Civil Rights in Orange County, CA. This program is produced by Doug Becker, Ankine Aghassian, Maria Armoudian, Anna Lapin and Sudd Dongre. Arts and Humanities, Family / Education, Politics and Activism, Society and Culture, Film, Civil Liberties, Racism, Schools

The Missouri Grassroots Fellowship features young soybean farmers from across the state learning about the soybean industry and improving leadership skills. Luke Hopper, participant and former Missouri Soybeans intern, shares his experience.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Honolulu police are investigating a serious pedestrian crash on South King Street near Kahuna Lane.Grassroots organizers rallied yesterday, calling for unity amid deepening political divisions. A mainland Little League team got a taste of Hawaii, more on how baseball and aloha turned their tournament connection into something more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are just two episodes away from the big 100! Before we get to the celebration, we take a deep dive into two very different types of numbers in this gripping and eye-opening episode.First, the host kicks things off with his precise, "numbers-driven" method for brewing the perfect espresso to create a perfect cortado. Our guest, Jamie Miller, also shares her unique relationship with numbers—hating math, but loving measurement—tracing how this appreciation evolved through cosmetology school and into her current professional life.Then, the tone shifts as Jamie Miller, of The Demand Project, shares her incredible personal journey and her mission to fight child trafficking. Jamie reveals her background, the chilling moment she first discovered child trafficking, how she overcame a spiritual encounter that tried to stop her exploration, and how a remarkably successful fundraiser in July 2020 led her to The Demand Project just weeks before they opened the nation's largest safe house for child trafficking survivors.We discuss the pillars of The Demand Project—Prevention, Education, and Restoration—and the staggering financial reality of caring for these survivors. Finally, this episode confront shocking statistics surrounding trafficking, the age of pornography exposure, the alarming intersection between traffickers and the DHS foster care system, and the devastating lack of resources for survivors nationwide.This is a must-listen episode about business mindset, the power of grassroots funding, and the urgent reality of child trafficking in America.KEY TAKEAWAYS Knowing measurements provides satisfaction and a way to make adjustments.The Demand Project safe house is the largest in the nation with 25 beds. Most only have eightThere are only 661 beds total in the entire country for child trafficking survivors. 26 states have zero beds.70% of trafficked children are in the DHS foster care system.The annual cost to care for one child at the safe house is $75,000.One child can generate $375,000 per year for a trafficker.The average age for a female trafficking victim is 12 years old.The average age of pornography exposure has dropped two years in the last five years, sitting at seven years old in 2025.76% of professing Christian men view pornography at least once a week.Some resources you might get interested:The Demand Project: https://thedemandproject.org/ThE Bark Phone for Kids: https://www.bark.us/learn/the-bark-phone-for-kids-ps/?utm_source=aw&utm_medium=paid-search&utm_campaign=kids-phone-branded-google&utm_content=147666934708&utm_term=kwd-918710695802&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17664435801&gclid=Cj0KCQiAy6vMBhDCARIsAK8rOgnsy8ptNIheyjEIm5iR5SVa4Y4UA6Gte_OOn5AVi4w1RIJqxESOjCEaAoUeEALw_wcBEnjoyed this episode? Leave us a rating and review!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/brews-business--5630487/support.

Who is Dylan Mingo? To better answer that question, the Coast to Coast show welcomes someone who knows him well: Terrence "Munch" Williams, the executive director of Mingo's travel program, ProScholars Athletics. Sherrell McMillan and Joey Powell talk with Williams to discuss his new book, "Here Are the Answers: A Roadmap for Navigating Success in the Business of Youth Basketball," and break down the business, mentorship, and infrastructure behind elite grassroots basketball.  Through that lens, they examine how those principles shaped Dylan Mingo and what UNC fans should understand about the ecosystem that prepared him for Chapel Hill. This conversation goes beyond rankings and highlights to explore the structure, decision-making, and character development that often dovetail with long-term success at Carolina.  The Coast to Coast is delivered by Salvio's Pizzeria. http://salviospizza.com **Call to Action:**   **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode   **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans!   **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Here's something we don't get to say very often: “Way to go Mississippi!”This state has long been ranked dead last in important measurements like healthcare, workers' wages, and rural opportunities. In recent years, though, Mississippi has steadily been advancing to the top in one vital category: Best places for a poor child to get a good education. What a miracle!No. It's the product of ordinary citizens who got fed up with plutocratic state rule that lavishes taxpayer funds on corporate elites, while shortchanging the basic needs of workaday people. In the past decade, savvy grassroots coalitions like Mississppi United have arisen and spread, gaining local political punch in county after county that could not be ignored by legislators.Early on they achieved major state investments in pre-K education, producing remarkable advances, especially by low-income children in many of the state's poverty-stricken, rural counties.This year, building on that success, the movement scored two huge educational victories. First, they produced a unanimous senate vote to defeat a school privatization scheme pushed by the right-wing governor, the corporate establishment, out-of-state school profiteers… and Donald Trump! Then, to emphasize and expand on the state's commitment to quality public education, the legislature passed a $5,000 teacher pay raise.As a legislative leader from Starkville said after the senate vote: “Our public schools are the cornerstone of every community in this state, and this unanimous rejection sends a clear message: Mississippi will not abandon the students and families who depend on quality public education – no matter how much out-of-state money tries to buy our legislators.”To learn more about the uplifting “Mississippi Miracle” go to ACLU-MS.org.Jim Hightower's Lowdown is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jimhightower.substack.com/subscribe

Trey Lyle talks to NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver Brendan 'Butterbean' Queen on this week's 'Bringing the Heat'.

In this episode of The Beacon Way Podcast, Adrienne Wilkerson sits down with Jen Slusser-MacTernan, Director of Outreach and Talent Development at Horizon Treatment Services, to explore what outreach, storytelling, and community engagement really look like in behavioral health.Jen shares her journey from graphic design and jail-based addiction education to leading outreach, media production, events, and learning initiatives across Horizon's multi-location organization. The conversation dives into how Horizon approaches marketing not as promotion, but as community outreach, and how that mindset shapes everything they do.They discuss:• Horizon's nearly 50-year history serving Alameda County and beyond• Rebuilding and strengthening post-COVID• Their full continuum of care (youth prevention, sobering centers, detox, residential, outpatient)• How connecting sobering centers directly to detox reduces treatment drop-off• Using anonymous feedback kiosks and “heard you did this” boards to improve client and staff experience• Grassroots outreach strategies (schools, health fairs, law enforcement partnerships, internships)• The power of storytelling through Horizon's podcast and upcoming story-driven seriesHorizon currently operates sobering centers in Santa Clara, Alameda County, Chico, and Albuquerque — expanding access to care while reducing strain on jails and emergency rooms.If you're a behavioral health leader, outreach professional, or someone passionate about addiction recovery and community impact, this episode offers practical insight and real-world perspective.Links mentioned in today's episode: 

Andrea Miller, Center for Common Ground, joins Deepak Puri, CEO of The Democracy Labs, to highlight the strategy behind the effort to get out the vote in the Virginia special election, where voters will decide on a proposal to redraw the state's congressional district maps.  Deepak and Andrea talk about: Potential impact of the proposed Virginia congressional map Tactics to reach the 675,000 Black voters in Virginia  Importance of postcards to effectively reach older, poorer, and rural voters who may not have reliable access to the internet Building trust and demonstrating that civic engagement can lead to tangible changes @CTR4CMNGround #VASpecialElection #GOTV @TheDemLabs #Redistricting CenterforCommonGround.org TheDemLabs.org

Sometimes the hardest part of parenting in sport is accepting where your child is right now.In this short solo episode, we talk about why parents often feel pressure to push children into higher groups, A teams, or “elite” squads and why development doesn't always work that way.We explore:Why comparison creates pressureWhat “development isn't linear” actually meansWhen challenge helps and when it becomes too muchWhy playing with better players doesn't automatically lead to improvementWhat a good coach is really thinking when they suggest a different groupThis episode isn't about holding children back.It's about giving them the right environment to build confidence, keep enjoying football and develop at their own pace.If you're a parent feeling unsure, pressured or worried your child is “behind”, this one is for you.If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review and subscribe.Join our football sessions in Leeds: https://foot-techacademy.co.uk/Grassroots coaching drills & ebooks: https://onlinefootballcourses.com/

What is a master planned community, and how do zoning and entitlements create real estate value?In this special 200th episode of the Alternative Investing Advantage Podcast, Alex Perny sits down with Ari Rastegar of Rastegar Capital to break down how developers turn raw land into high-value communities through zoning, entitlements, and master planning.Ari shares how his team assembled and rezoned a large land site near Austin, Texas, and why entitlement risk can create extraordinary value before construction ever starts. They discuss why major institutions often cannot buy land until it is entitled, how community support influences approvals, and why timing can make or break a project. Ari also explains the real downside of development: years of permitting, shifting decision-makers, rising carry costs, and the sheer amount of effort required to get a project over the finish line.If you want to understand how developers create alpha in real estate—beyond buying and renovating existing properties—this episode lays out the process, the risks, and the payoff.00:00 Episode #200 intro + Ari Rastegar joins01:53 Ari's background and how he got into entitlements04:30 Why fast-growing cities need master planning07:40 How rezoning creates value before construction09:12 Why zoning is “alpha,” not “beta”11:40 Due diligence, community support, and entitlement risk17:08 Real estate is about people, not just buildings20:50 Grassroots outreach and winning local buy-in24:33 Timing risk: being too early vs too late28:10 The real pain: time, permits, and uncertainty31:34 When decision-makers change mid-process34:43 Carry costs, debt, and moving parts37:12 Why the work can be deeply fulfilling38:25 Horizontal development vs going vertical42:07 Building vertically integrated real estate businesses45:16 Housing demand and why supply can't keep up49:52 Innovation in building: prefab, robotics, and 3D printing50:40 Where to find Ari Rastegar + closingSubscribe to our YouTube channel and join our growing community for new videos every week.If you are interested in being a podcast guest speaker or have questions, contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast@AdvantaIRA.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Learn more about our guest, Ari Rastegar:https://rastegarcapital.com/articles/meet-ari-rastegar/Learn more about Advanta IRA: https://www.AdvantaIRA.com/ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/advanta-irahttps://www.linkedin.com/company/Advanta-IRA/https://twitter.com/AdvantaIRA https://www.facebook.com/AdvantaIRA/ https://www.instagram.com/AdvantaIRA/#RealEstateDevelopment #Zoning #Entitlements #MasterPlannedCommunities #LandDevelopment #CommercialRealEstate #Multifamily #BuildForRent #HousingShortage #AlternativeInvesting

On this episode of the Climate Talk Podcast, Host ⁠Seyifunmi Adebote⁠ sits down with ⁠⁠⁠Oloruntobi Adejare, a young broadcaster and advocate for climate change initiatives in Nigeria. Together, they discuss the disconnect between the concept of climate change and the Nigerian community, poor waste culture, and explore possible approaches to adopt to change the reception levels in the near future + MORE!Listen, enjoy, and share via: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Us:Subscribe: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.climatetalkpodcast.com/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach Out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@climatetalkpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠seyi@climatetalkpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mentions:Guest's Campaign Platform: International Climate Change Development Initiative⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest's Social Media (Instagram): @hasshabieoflagos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest's Social Media (LinkedIn): Oloruntobi Adejare⁠⁠Episode Credits:Episode Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Seyifunmi Adebote⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Episode Producers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nkem Creatives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to share the podcast with your network and engage online using #ClimateTalkPodcast.

Grassroots voter action surges in Houston and Harris County as a Republican governor admits economic peril and Trump faces criticism for protecting credit card companies.Subscribe to our Newsletter:https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletterPurchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn.to/3VKVFnG It's Worth It: https://amzn.to/3VFByXP Lose Weight And BeFit Now: https://amzn.to/3xiQK3K Tribulations of anAfro-Latino Caribbean man: https://amzn.to/4c09rbE

Wales produced their most encouraging performance of the Six Nations but still fell to a narrow, heartbreaking defeat — raising fresh questions about progress, game management and how long rebuilds can last without results. In this episode of Attacking Scrum, we break down the performance positives, the key moment that swung the match, and whether Steve Tandy's message of pride over despair is the right approach. Away from the pitch, the crisis in Welsh rugby intensified as community clubs formally triggered an Emergency General Meeting of the Welsh Rugby Union, where a vote of no confidence in chair Richard Collier‑Keywood could reshape the future of the professional game. Grassroots pressure is growing amid anger over plans to reduce the number of regions, meaning the EGM could have major consequences for Welsh rugby's direction. We also review England's heavy defeat, France's march toward the title, and what the wider Six Nations landscape tells us about where Wales really stand. An honest discussion about progress, pressure and the politics shaping Welsh rugby's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Holman welcomes back Sean Cervantes – Business Development & Growth Officer at LAFCU, Lansing, MI. You have an event coming up, tell us about that? What prompted LAFCU and Grassroots Giving Lansing to focus this mixer specifically on lending essentials for entrepreneurs? For early-stage business owners, what are the most common challenges you see when they first try to access capital? How can understanding SBA lending and credit readiness help entrepreneurs position their businesses for long-term growth? What should attendees expect to walk away with from this session that they can apply right away in their business? Why are events like this important for building a stronger, more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Lansing area? How can folks sign up to attend? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ LAFCU and Grassroots Giving Lansing to host entrepreneurship mixer focused on lending essentials LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU and Grassroots Giving Lansing will host the second session of their Entrepreneurship Mixer Series, The Lending Essentials, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at LAFCU headquarters, 106 N. Marketplace Blvd. in Lansing. The event is free and open to aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs. The Entrepreneurship Mixer Series is a quarterly networking and education initiative designed to support local entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey by providing practical education, access to local experts and meaningful networking opportunities. The first event, held last November, drew more than 35 attendees, highlighting strong interest from the Lansing-area entrepreneurial community. Attendees will enjoy lunch, authentic conversation and networking with local business leaders. Participants will also have a chance to win a laptop and a free year of QuickBooks to support their business success. Registration is required. To RSVP or learn more, visit https://www.lafcu.com/grassrootsgiving. Official rules for giveaway will be available at the event. No purchase is necessary. About Grassroots Giving Lansing Founded in 2023 by Ali Bennett, Grassroots Giving Lansing is dedicated to supporting Black business professionals and fostering meaningful connections between Black-owned businesses and the surrounding community. The organization is committed to nurturing inclusivity within the Greater Lansing area by empowering entrepreneurs through strategic partnerships, community engagement and resource-driven networking. Grassroots Giving Lansing works to create an inclusive ecosystem that promotes economic growth, celebrates diversity and champions the resilience of Black business professionals across the region. About LAFCU Founded in 1936, LAFCU (pronounced laugh-cue) is a not-for-profit, member-owned credit union open to all who live, work, worship or attend school in Michigan, and to Michigan businesses. LAFCU serves more than 74,000 members and holds over $1 billion in assets. With a particular focus on serving people of modest means, LAFCU is committed to enhancing its members' financial well-being and creating long-lasting positive change across generations. Awarded the prestigious Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award, LAFCU is known for its people-helping-people mission, which has led to award-winning financial literacy programs for all ages. A three-time honoree as a national ‘Best Credit Union to Work For,' named a Best Place to Work for Women, and recognized globally for its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, LAFCU stands out for its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace. Learn more at www.lafcu.com. # # #

The Prism of America's Education with Host Karen Schoen – Now ask yourself, who is controlling all of this information? No matter where you go, no matter what you listen to, whether it's an education, or in the mind of a transgender, Marxist, or Communist, all the messages are always the same. Trump, MAGA, Grassroots, you are at fault. You are a racist, Trump is a pedophile, and Trump is a racist...

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine Grassroots Carbon—a San Antonio-based company working at the intersection of ranching, environmental stewardship, and carbon markets. Founded in 2021 by Lew Moorman and Ed Byrne, Grassroots Carbon partners with ranchers across Texas and beyond to implement regenerative grazing practices that enhance soil health and facilitate carbon capture.Bob Rivard sits down with Brad Tipper, CEO of Grassroots Carbon, to discuss the science behind soil carbon sequestration and how it's increasingly recognized as a tool for corporate carbon offsetting. Together, they explore the business model that pays ranchers for measurable stewardship and examine the legislative, economic, and cultural challenges facing regenerative agriculture in Texas.They discuss:• How Grassroots Carbon incentivizes ranchers to adopt regenerative grazing practices• The voluntary and federally recognized standards shaping the U.S. carbon market• The economic realities confronting Texas ranchers and the new revenue stream created by carbon credits• The company's commitment to preserving ranch heritage while driving environmental progress• Technical approaches for measuring soil carbon and why trust and education are central to building partnershipsTune in for a clear-eyed look at the evolving carbon capture industry, the role San Antonio plays in this national movement, and what it means for landowners, corporations, and the broader Texas ranching tradition.RECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶️ #141. Why San Antonio Isn't Running Out of Water — A Conversation with SAWS CEO Robert Puente – Sustainability remains a central theme on bigcitysmalltown, and this episode dives into another pillar: water security. Host Cory Ames sits down with Robert Puente to uncover how strategic planning and conservation have made San Antonio a national leader in managing its water supply, while facing new challenges in rate hikes and infrastructure.-- -- CONNECT

Grassroots organizers have increasingly used the messaging app Signal to coordinate responses to MAGA authoritarianism. It remains the best messaging app available, but the “ICE Out” protests in Minneapolis demonstrated how regime propagandists and corrupt law enforcement can attack and exploit it. Influencers entered public-facing Signal chats and ferried the information there to Kash Patel's FBI. In this PTI Bulletin, Bill Budington of the Electronic Frontier Foundation joins Jared and Mike to explain how Signal's originated, how the app works, and how to use it effectively on America's increasingly volatile streets.>> Learn more about the Electronic Frontier Foundation>> Learn more about Signal

With Laura on a deserved break, NICK DELEHANTY is joined this week by Independent Councillor Michael Fleming. They discuss housing, why small business gets a raw deal, the challenges for independent candidates, and why the Irish right struggles to unite: 

Revitalizing Private Practice: Strategic Medical Marketing with Laura WoodardIn this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge speaks with Laura Woodard, the Founder of Grass Roots Medical Marketing, about the intensifying pressures facing independent physicians today. With corporate consolidation and administrative burdens causing an exodus of private practitioners, Laura shares her thirty years of expertise to help doctors reclaim their local authority and compete effectively with hospital-owned entities. This conversation provides a high-level roadmap for healthcare providers to bridge the gap between their clinical excellence and their digital presence, ensuring they can reach the patients who need their specialized care most.The Foundational Pillars of Patient Acquisition and RetentionSuccess in the modern medical landscape requires moving beyond traditional word-of-mouth and establishing a digital infrastructure that functions as a 24/7 patient advocate. Laura explains that a private practice's digital "front door" consists of three non-negotiable elements: a high-performing, mobile-optimized website, fully claimed and consistent online profiles, and a proactive strategy for review management. Because a staggering percentage of patients consult reviews and search results before booking, an outdated website or an incomplete Google Business Profile isn't just a minor oversight—it is a direct barrier to growth. By optimizing these touchpoints, doctors can signal credibility and accessibility, turning passive searchers into loyal patients before they even step into the office.Beyond the digital interface, the "second front door" of any practice is the front desk staff, whose interactions often dictate the tone of the entire patient experience. Laura emphasizes that marketing doesn't end when a lead is generated; it continues through every phone call and check-in procedure. High-performing practices invest in customer service training for their administrative teams, ensuring that empathy and efficiency are prioritized as much as clinical outcomes. This holistic approach ensures that the promises made by the practice's marketing are consistently fulfilled by the staff, protecting the provider's reputation and fostering a culture that naturally generates positive online feedback.For busy practitioners who are already balancing patient care with administrative duties, the transition to strategic marketing can feel overwhelming without a systematic framework. Laura introduces the "GRASS Formula"—Gauge, Recognize, Accelerate, Support, and Success—as a data-driven method to diagnose marketing weaknesses and implement sustainable improvements. By auditing website speed, heat-mapping user behavior, and automating review requests, doctors can move from a reactive "do-it-yourself" struggle to a proactive, "done-for-you" growth model. This shift allows physicians to focus on their primary mission of healing while a team of specialists manages the complexities of SEO, social media, and reputation management.About Laura Woodard:Laura Woodard is the Founder of Grass Roots Medical Marketing and a seasoned marketing strategist with over three decades of experience. Driven by her personal journey as a caregiver and her deep respect for the physician-patient relationship, she specializes in helping private practice doctors survive and thrive in an increasingly corporate healthcare environment.About Grass Roots Medical Marketing: Grass Roots Medical Marketing is a full-service marketing agency dedicated exclusively to supporting private practice physicians and small medical groups. The agency provides comprehensive, hands-on services—including SEO, web development, and reputation management—designed to increase patient volume

On Monday’s edition of “Closer Look,” Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts talked with host Rose Scott about the timeline of events around the FBI raid and seizure of the county’s election records. He also shared his thoughts about the unsealed warrant affidavit used by the FBI, which supports already disproven claims of election fraud in Fulton County. We also learn about how the newly formed Georgia chapter of a faith-led group is pushing back against Christian nationalism. Christians Against Christian Nationalism are among those evangelicals who are becoming more outspoken and denouncing the beliefs, which often includes underlying racism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest Elizabeth Patton, Regional Director for Americans for Prosperity, joins to discus grassroots campaign plans for upcoming midterm elections. Discussion of voter activism, policy battles, political complacency, and more.  The Senate battles their way to voting on the SAVE Act. Are all the Republicans on board? Discussion of future Democrat leadership, AOC bombing on the global stage, and Fetterman working with Republicans. 

This week's show features tuneage from Peter Gabriel, Roxy  Music, The Guess Who, America, Talking Heads, Love, Badfinger, Oasis, Paul Simon, The Hollies, Grass Roots, Sweet, Rickie Lee Jones, Simple Minds, The Buckinghams, Moody Blues, Spanky & Our Gang, Tears For Fears, Sergio Mendes & Brasil 66 and a Flashback to Beatlemania 1964.Whole ‘Nuther Thing is now available for Listening On Demand or Downloading to a PC, Mac or Mobile Device. Click on Link to Listen or Download. Please feel free to share with all that love "Music Without Boundaries". It's “Radio The Way It Ought To Be”!

A new season. A new host. A fresh start. Cameron Beer steps in to lead the 2026 Grassroots Show, bringing his experience as a British eventing coach and self-confessed grassroots enthusiast to a series built around practical tools for real riders.  In the first episode of the year, Cameron is joined by fellow coach and five-star rider Jo Rimmer to tackle one of the most important parts of eventing that often gets overlooked - planning. From setting honest long-term goals to working backwards from key events, they discuss how to structure a season, how to cope when plans change, and why developing your own "system" is the foundation of consistent performance. And this season, you are part of it. At the end of every episode, Cameron will set a weekly training task for listeners to try at home. This week's jumping exercise focuses on rhythm and control through a simple three-cavaletti line. Try it, post it, and tag your efforts using #GrassrootsChallenge so the team can follow along. Highlights How to plan a season by working backwards from your goal Tactical vs technical skills and how to identify your weaknesses What "sticking to your system" really means in competition Managing nerves and building mental resilience This week's jumping training challenge Guests Cameron Beer – British event rider and coach focused on developing riders through the grassroots levels Jo Rimmer – Five-star event rider and one of British Eventing's lead regional coaches Presented by Foran Equine, part of the Connolly's RED MILLS family. Listen to our last Grassroots Show with Lucy Robinson and Jesse Maye here. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Follow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2025 season on Instagram and Facebook. Don't miss The Red Mills Rider Bursary 2026 — a chance for two amateur riders to receive a year of performance support from the Red Mills team. Head to redmillshorse.com/become-the-2026-red-mills-rider/ for details and to apply.

Episode #286!The Business of Life Master Class Podcasthttps://www.facebook.com/TheBusinessOfLifeMasterClassInstagram: @thebusinessoflifemasterclassTwitter/X: @ClassTBOLLaura WoodardFacebook - LinkedIn - Grass Roots Medical Marketing - X/Twittermedmktgquiz.scoreapp.comHosts: Debbie Lundberg & Barbara Zantwww.debbielundberg.com - Presenting Powerfully - 813-494-4438Facebook/Twitter/X/Instagram: @debbielundbergTikTok: @DebbieLundbergCoachInstagram for Barb Zant: @thestayatworkmomDigital Engineer: Brianna ConnollyMusic: www.bensound.comMusic by AlexiAction from Pixabay - License code: CBKCX3HKZL8FJ2CMSend a textSupport the showThe Business of Life Master Class Podcast. Listen. Choose. Do!

Episode 5142: Embracing The Grassroots To Change The Course Of The Country; Civil War In The Texas GOP

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – Student protests across the country are portrayed as spontaneous youth activism, but evidence suggests a coordinated effort led by powerful unions and activist groups. Ties between the National Education Association and organized movements raise serious questions about political indoctrination in schools, parental consent, and whether classrooms are being used to advance radical...

Digital health is no longer in its honeymoon phase. The funding boom is over. AI hype is everywhere. Health systems are overwhelmed. And startups can no longer survive on compelling pitch decks alone. In this episode of Faces of Digital Health, Tjaša Zajc speaks with Ruchi Dass, a former dental surgeon turned public health leader, policy contributor, investor, and advisor to startups scaling across the US, UK, India, Africa, and the Middle East. Ruchi describes a fundamental change in go-to-market (GTM) strategy: Workflow integration is non-negotiable (standalone apps struggle). Reimbursement clarity is critical. Regulatory strategy is part of GTM, not an afterthought. Time stamps: 00:06 – Introduction: startups, global markets, and unconventional careers 01:18 – From dental surgery to global public health and digital health 03:05 – The GTM shift: from promise to proof 04:49 – Staying investable: the four pillars 08:22 – AI ROI: clinical vs operational value 12:17 – Enterprise scaling and “sell to the mindset” 15:05 – Responsible AI: transparency, bias, and lifecycle regulation 19:56 – Predictability vs black-box AI in medicine 22:44 – Global innovation differences: Europe, India, Middle East, Africa 26:21 – Pilotitis: why pilots fail to scale 28:40 – Designing pilots for commercialization 30:26 – Capital flows, geopolitics, and reverse innovation 34:25 – The $1 teleconsultation model in India 37:56 – Digital health and equity: design vs digitization 42:43 – How regulators can keep up with AI 46:03 – Advice for Gen Z and Gen Alpha in digital health 48:50 – Grassroots realities shaping policy Watch the full discussion: https://youtu.be/bmvPzz3Ffp4 www.facesofdigitalhealth.com Newsletter: https://fodh.substack.com/

The Noledge Group, the Irish cloud ERP solution specialist driven by simplifying businesses, has announced its sponsorship of Seapoint Rugby Club in Co. Dublin. The community-focused club provides coaching and playing facilities for over 1,000 members at all levels – from seniors to juniors. The partnership will fund new equipment for Seapoint Rugby Club, support pitch and facility maintenance, and contribute to operational costs at the club. It will also enable the purchase and maintenance of video equipment used to record, review, and improve team performances. The Noledge Group branding will appear on Seapoint's distinctive striped team jerseys. It's already been an exciting start to the year for the club, as Seapoint were last month crowned All-Ireland Junior Cup Champions. With almost two decades of experience in helping companies to grow, Noledge brings the same commitment to performance improvement as it does to its community partnerships. Just as the company helps businesses to achieve the best outcomes, so Noledge is supporting Seapoint to build sustainable foundations for long-term success both on and off the pitch. Sean Burke, President, Seapoint Rugby Club, said: "This new partnership puts us on the front foot and ensures that we can continue to provide top-class facilities for our members. The sponsorship will help to prepare the club and our teams for another busy year of fixtures and events ahead." International coach Felix Jones, who began his rugby career at Seapoint Rugby Club, said: "Grassroots rugby and clubs like Seapoint are at the heart of the community. They give young players a place to belong, somewhere they feel supported and valued, and they teach lessons that go far beyond the game." Ray Ryan, CEO, The Noledge Group, said: "At Noledge, we believe in getting things right first-time – whether that's implementing business solutions or supporting community initiatives. We are committed to supporting initiatives that create a positive impact for people and their local areas. Sponsoring Seapoint's teams enables us to contribute meaningfully to player development, wellbeing, and inclusion at a grassroots level. We are looking forward to deepening our relationship with the club as it continues to make an invaluable contribution to the community." See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Tara breaks down the escalating battle over the SAVE Act and why the Senate filibuster may decide its fate. The episode dives into internal Republican tensions, voter turnout risks, and the political consequences heading into the midterms. With growing frustration from the conservative base, the conversation explores whether Senate leadership is genuinely backing election integrity reforms — or simply providing political cover. The show examines arguments surrounding voter roll transparency, federal oversight, and controversial claims about election security. Tara also unpacks the strategic importance of turnout in midterm elections, the role of party unity, and how social media pressure is reshaping political accountability. From polling data and legislative strategy to the broader stakes for Trump's agenda, this episode is a deep dive into the political chess match unfolding in Washington — and why the next few votes could shape the future of Congress. ⚡ PRIMARY TALKING POINTS SAVE Act controversy and Senate filibuster debate Concerns about political “cover votes” vs. real legislative action Republican leadership divisions and base voter frustration Midterm election turnout dynamics and party morale Claims and debates surrounding voter rolls and election security Polling data and public support for election reform policies Strategy behind forcing controversial votes to define party lines Legislative gridlock and the future of Trump's agenda Social media activism and grassroots political pressure

In this episode, I break down my exact journey to my first $1,000 in book sales - from publishing to pricing, audience building, and grassroots promotion that still works today.I share the story behind my first book release while I was still a middle school teacher, the mistakes I made, and the strategies I used to sell books long before AI, before social media selling was common, and before I knew what online business really looked like.In this episode, I cover:→ How pricing your book too cheaply can hurt your revenue→ Why pre‑sales and audience momentum matter→ Grassroots, organic strategies that worked→ How a launch party became a sales strategy→ Why promotion continues after warm market exhaustion→ How selling books leads to expanded offers, talks, and digital products→ The mindset shift from creation to intentional monetization→ Why your authentic voice will outlast AI duplication (for now)Whether you're a coach, author, consultant, or business owner, this episode shows you that books are business tools - not just accomplishments.Takeaways:- Price your book based on value, not comparison- Pre‑sell and build momentum before launch- Consistent promotion builds long‑term sales- Warm markets are good - but new audiences grow revenue- Your story plus strategy = influence + profit- Monetization requires intention and consistency- Authentic voice connects deeper than AI aloneSound Bites:“Books don't sell by themselves - you do.”“Your warm market only takes you so far.”“Price it for profit, not permission.”“Promotion begins before launch and continues after.”“Your book should open doors - not just sit on shelves.”Links: Join the Monetize Your Book Challenge: A 5-Day (virtual) sales accelerator workshop for experts using your future or current thought leadership book to grow your coaching, speaking or consulting business! - https://www.jasminewomack.com/monetizeBOOK: Purchase a copy of Published and Paid®: Write, Self Publish, and Launch Your Nonfiction Book in 90 Days or Less - https://a.co/d/95ckzMx COMMUNITY: Published and Paid®: The Community - Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/publishedandpaidfree Socials:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejasminewomack IG: instagram.com/thejasminewomack FB: facebook.com/authorjasminewomack Youtube: youtube.com/thejasminewomack

Guest, Hugo Chavez Ray PROMO: We told you it was a conflict of interest! The Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Regulation has opened a rare ethics investigation into CO GOP Chair Horn's attorney Steve Klenda…. Who continues to rack up hundreds of thousands of dollars in legal fees even though Party Leadership fired him. Grassroots warrior and State Central Committee member Hugo Ray Chavez filed the complaint and joins the show.

Thousands of Minnesotans have plugged into opportunities to help their community with food, legal help, rent help, and more as the immigration operation in the state continues. One group, Haven Watch, has been running for just a few weeks, supporting people released from detention at the Henry Whipple Federal Building. Natalie Ehret is the founder of Haven Watch. She joined MPR News host Nina Moini to talk about the outpouring of support for the organization and to share what she's seen on the ground outside of the Henry Whipple Federal Building.

Jesse Ortiz is a med student and activist. He is the founder of the Instagram account, Italians for Zohran, an account in support of the election of Zohran Mamdani. It remains active post-Mamdani's victory, as an outlet for leftist and progressive Italian-Americans (and everybody else, too) to gather and exchange ideas, and pushback against the commonly held generalization that Italian heritage in the US automatically means right-wing conservative.

In this episode of Stacking Pennies, Corey LaJoie and Ryan “Skip” Flores dive into Daytona Speedweeks and the Daytona 500, breaking down what it takes to make the field and survive “The Great American Race.” From qualifying and the Duels to running up front at Daytona, they share garage-level insight on strategy, pressure, and the unpredictability of superspeedway racing, while also touching on Team USA, national pride, and what it means to represent something bigger when the spotlight is brightest.TopicsDaytona Speedweeks and the path to making the Daytona 500Qualifying pressure, Duel races, and race-day strategySuperspeedway racing: risk, chaos, and survivalThe Super Bowl as a cultural parallel to the Daytona 500Team USA and national pride through the lens of Olympic competitionTony Stewart's return to Truck Series racing and what it means for the sportBehind-the-scenes moments from NASCAR's biggest race weekendFollow, rate, and drop questions for next week.#StackingPennies #NASCAR #Daytona500See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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A new law that took effect Feb. 1st requires a camera to be in place in special education classrooms in all Louisiana public schools.  It expands on an existing law that required cameras in special education classrooms, but only if parents requested them. The new law followed an audit that found most special ed classes did not have cameras installed.Safura Syed, a reporter for Verite News, has been covering this story. She joins us today with more.Louisianans are no strangers to poor air quality, particularly for those who live in the state's industrial corridor. Over the last few years, some residents began taking air quality into their own hands, tracking pollution with commercial air sensors. But now, these grassroots air monitoring efforts are under threat. Illan Ireland is a reporter for the Mississippi Free Press who's been covering this story. He joins us with the details. Since 1981, the Spanish Town Mardi Gras parade has rolled through the streets of Baton Rouge. As the largest parade in the city, it's known for its pink flamingo mascot and the saying “poor taste is better than no taste at all.” It rolls this year on Valentine's Day, Feb 14.Robert King, president of the Mystic Krewe for the Preservation of Lagniappe (SPLL), joins us for more on the history of the parade and what to expect this year. —Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Karen Henderson. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We receive production and technical support from Garrett Pittman, Adam Vos and our assistant producer, Aubry Procell. You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

On the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on August 28th 1963, at the March on Washington, Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered one of the most famous speeches of all time. But it nearly didn't happen. On this special edition of Making Contact, Gary Younge, author of The Speech: The Story Behind Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Dream, talks about Martin Luther King Junior's "Dream" and the story behind it. Special thanks to the New School for the recording. Featuring: Gary Younge, author and journalist Making Contact Team: Episode Host: George Lavender Executive Director: Jina Chung Engineer: Jeff Emtman Digital Media Marketing: Lissa Deonorain Making Contact is an award-winning, nationally syndicated radio show and podcast featuring narrative storytelling and thought-provoking interviews. We cover the most urgent issues of our time and the people on the ground building a more just world.

A massive political fracture is unfolding—and it's not between parties, but inside the Republican Party itself.

A political brawl erupts—not between Democrats and Republicans—but inside the GOP itself.

Nicolle Wallace covers the power of the people in Minneapolis who are hitting the streets every day in frigid weather to fight for the rights of their neighbors who are being targeted by ICE.Later, Nicolle covers the story of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos, who was detained and taken to a Texas detention center after being used as bait by ICE agents so that his family could be lured out and also detained. Liam and his father returned home to Minneapolis over the weekend.For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewhTo listen to this show and other MS NOW podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. For more from Nicolle, follow and download her podcast, “The Best People with Nicolle Wallace,” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of American Potential, host David From speaks with John Spottiswood about a local ballot measure in Pelham, New Hampshire that unexpectedly banned livestock on properties under three acres. Because the town's definition of livestock included animals like rabbits, goats, bees, horses, and alpacas, the ordinance affected families, pets, therapy animals, and small livelihoods—prompting fear, confusion, and frustration across the community. John walks through how a small group of residents organized to push back, gathered personal stories, kept the issue in the public eye for a full year, and ultimately overturned the ban by a decisive margin in the next election. The conversation highlights the power of grassroots action, local organizing, and persistence in defending property rights and personal freedom at the community level.