Podcasts about hazards

Aotearoa lacks a coherant complete approach to reducing the risk of natural hazards, according to a new report commissioned by on the country's largest insurers. AIG estimates that over the past 15 years the direct cost of natural hazards has been $4.2 billion a year. With 95 percent of that going directly to response and recovery, and just 5 percent to reducing future risk. Tasman mayor Tim King spoke to Lisa Owen.

Fay Calderone is joined by Jessica Luker and Nicholas Beech to discuss the growing focus on psychosocial hazards in the workplace and what it means for employers. They explore what psychosocial risks are, how regulators are enforcingcompliance and what organisations should be thinking about when identifying, assessing and managing these risks.

Todd Von Joel and Joel Bardall talk about the common and hidden hazards faced by decorators. They talk about breathing in bad stuff, working in grotty houses, working from height and other hazards faced and how to navigate them.

Canyoning combines hiking, climbing, rappelling, swimming, and navigating through narrow canyons carved by water, creating one of the most exciting adventure sports in the outdoors. However, the same features that make canyoning thrilling also create significant risks. Participants may face foot entrapment in fast-moving water, where a trapped foot can lead to drowning. Rope-related incidents, including improper rigging, equipment failure, and rappelling errors, can result in serious injury or death. Powerful waterfalls and recirculating pools, often called “hydraulics” or “keepers,” can trap swimmers underwater. Cold water exposure and prolonged immersion can lead to hypothermia, even in warm weather. Wet suits are essential, but have hidden dangers.  Flash floods, falling rocks, slippery surfaces, exhaustion, and limited access to emergency rescue further increase the danger. In this fascinating episode, Dr. Benny Chen explores the unique hazards of canyoning and the essential skills, preparation, and decision-making required to safely enjoy this challenging sport.

A Nebraska dog shot a woman, cosplayers sold fruit juice that had soaked their feet in, and a veteran died after being sucker-punched by a DoorDash driver. We discuss the Freedom 250 concert and the UFC fight on the White House lawn, Ron takes the NY Times news quiz, and we also talk about his recent trip to Vegas! We have two JPMorgan stories this week, an Oklahoma homeowner shot and killed a squatter, and a man killed another man arguing over cars.

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At first glance, hydroponic farming seems like the future made real. Rows of leafy greens grow indoors, roots suspended in carefully balanced nutrient solutions, untouched by soil and shielded from many of the uncertainties of outdoor agriculture. This method promises efficiency, precision, and sustainability. It uses far less water than traditional farming and produces food in tightly controlled environments. Yet beneath this clean and modern image lies a quieter story about risk, one that flows through the very water that sustains these crops.

While increasingly hostile weather has played a role in growing annual catastrophe losses that now average $132 billion globally, it's actually non-hazard factors such as oil prices, construction materials, and labor costs that account for 80-90% of the cost.  That's the surprising research finding from global reinsurance broker Gallagher Re.  The lines between “primary” and “secondary” perils also need rethinking.Former Florida Deputy Insurance Commissioner Lisa Miller sits down with the chief researcher, and with the chief risk officer of one of Florida's largest property insurance companies to discuss the importance of considering these non-hazard factors in rate calculations, and the need for better building codes, resilience efforts, and potential legislative incentives to mitigate risks and reduce costs. Show Notes Joining Host Miller are Steve Bowen, Gallagher Re's Chief Science Officer and researcher behind the Q1 2026 Gallagher Re Natural Catastrophe and Climate Report, and Ryan Hodges, Senior Vice President of Risk Management for American Integrity Insurance Company, headquartered in Tampa, Florida.  The focus was on the practical implications the research findings have for insurance companies, reinsurers, policymakers, builders, and consumers alike.  Miller opened the discussion by noting that global insured catastrophe losses now average approximately $132 billion annually and that severe convective storms − including thunderstorms, hail, tornadoes, and straight-line winds − have become major contributors to those losses.   The Rise of “Non-Hazard” Cost DriversWhile climate and weather patterns certainly matter, the Gallagher Re report concludes they account for only about 10% to 20% of the increase in insured losses over the past two decades.  “When you're looking at the overall frequency of events, there's not really any data that suggests that we're seeing an overall increase in the number of the events themselves,” said Bowen, who is also a meteorologist.  “We're starting to see some emerging signs that events are behaving a bit more radically, there's more volatility than what we've seen before in the past, but it wasn't enough of an obvious signal for us to feel like this is really what's driving why losses continue to go up.” The report found that 2008 marked a major shift in replacement and exposure costs, and identifies several major non-hazard contributors to the remaining 80% to 90% of rising loss severity, including: Oil price increases affecting asphalt roofing materials  Rising labor and construction costs  Supply chain disruptions  Inflation and consumer price index increases  Claims litigation and social inflation  Urbanization and population growth in exposed regions  All of the above have led to the majority of higher replacement costs following catastrophes.Urbanization and the Expansion of RiskOne of the non-hazard factors noted is the increasing concentration of... (For full Show Notes, visit https://lisamillerassociates.com/episode-64-hidden-cost-drivers-of-severe-storms/) 

On this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy covered the following topics:Opening:• Misinformation, Deepfakes, and AI's Unwelcome Companions. This blog is part of Gate 15's blog series “Riding the Tiger: AI Threats and Opportunities”, highlighting the essential considerations for organizational leaders and security professionals. • Researchers warn of coordinated influence accounts amplifying synthetic AI-generated geopolitical narratives across social platforms • Bluesky Says Kremlin Is Hacking Its Platform to Spread Propaganda • Trump's AI executive order postponed. Here's why. & Trump's AI order sacks tech experts and sidelines safety testing • Pope Leo warns AI boom can give Big Tech and the people who run it too much power• Health-ISAC: Healthcare is scaling AI without the infrastructure to manage it • AT&T joins Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute's C2-ISAC initiative - AT&T, and see Who's whispering in Trump's ear on Iran for more on C2-ISAC (“New ISAC in Town”) and lots of other articles sharing this announcement. • GAO: Critical Infrastructure Protection: EPA Needs to Ensure Water Systems Address Risks from Cybersecurity Threats • Ranking Member Lofgren's Opening Statement at Water Cybersecurity Hearing & Ranking Member Amos' Opening Statement at Water Cybersecurity Hearing • Tip of the Week – May 21, 2026 - WaterISAC Main Topics:2026 Data Breach Investigations Report - Verizon - 19 May 2026 • 2026 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report finds third-party risk and credential abuse accelerating • Verizon DBIR: Vulnerability Exploits Overtake Credentials as Top Access Vector • What the 2026 Verizon DBIR Signals About Internet Intelligence and External Visibility • Verizon 2026 DBIR: 10 Takeaways You Should Know • Verizon DBIR finds vulnerability exploitation overtakes stolen credentials as top breach entry point for critical infrastructure • Patches take weeks. Exploits take hours. The 2026 DBIR makes the math brutal. San Diego Mosque Shooting and Extremism• San Diego Shooter So Alarmed Police in 2025, They Seized Father's Guns • CSIS: The San Diego Mosque Shooting Marks a Deadly First in the United States • ‘It's the Jews': San Diego mosque shooters decried ‘the universal enemy' in hate-filled manifesto • San Diego mosque shooter Caleb Vazquez's family breaks silence on terror attack, say autistic son was brainwashed online • Several people watched San Diego attack live on video calls, recordings show • Violent Neo-Nazi Ideology at the Heart of San Diego Attack • San Diego Mosque Shooting Another Symptom Of The “Great Replacement” Conspiracy Theory• San Diego Mosque Shooters' Apparent Manifestos Reveal Anti-Muslim Extremism • San Diego shooting suspects had manifesto, weapons cache: FBI • Father-of-eight killed in San Diego mosque shooting hailed as a hero • Imam blames anti-Muslim rhetoric for San Diego attack: ‘This is what we get' Quick Hits:• NOAA predicts below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season – NOAA• Nine Practical Ideas to Strengthen Preparedness This Hurricane Season • Ebola: Worldwide Caution - U.S. Department of State • World Cup's Ebola factor • There is no Ebola vaccine for this outbreak. There won't be one soon. Here's why. • WHO chief says Ebola outbreak in Congo is ‘spreading rapidly' and upgrades risk assessment • Threat Actors Impersonate IC3 Employees to Defraud Victims - FBI IC3 • “First VPN Service” Used by Ransomware Actors to Compromise Systems - FBI IC3

We talk about four winter hazards for Shadowdark: ice crevasses, reindeer stampede, freezing fog, and hypothermia.

Car ads keep glorifying speed while broadcast rules obsess over seat belts and ignore speeding, and horsepower hype is called mostly useless for real driving. In Europe, some brands accept lower Euro NCAP scores—often split by trim and optional safety packs—while U.S. ratings feel like everyone gets five stars as testing lags and funding stays thin. A federal bill would tack on an annual EV fee to help pay for roads. Waymo's earn side-eye for flooding blunders, blocking fire stations, and questionable “evidence” from a doctor-backed pro-AV letter, while bold promises claim humans will barely drive in 10 years. NYC may force repeat speed-camera offenders to install GPS-based speed limiters with a daily fee. Recalls include Jeep Cherokee rollaway risk, Tesla and Mercedes display/camera glitches, plus Waymo flood-response issues, and an AV Ride probe for crashes and red-light behavior.Support the show!https://www.iihs.org/news/detail/more-car-ads-promote-vehicle-performance-despite-dangers-of-speedhttps://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/buying/why-some-carmakers-are-intentionally-settling-for-lower-safety-scores/ar-AA23uFoKhttps://arstechnica.com/cars/2026/05/bipartisan-bill-in-congress-includes-130-annual-ev-registration-fee/https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/30/nyregion/nyc-speed-limiters-cars-frequent-speeders.htmlhttps://futurism.com/advanced-transport/waymo-recall-floodwaterhttps://opmed.doximity.com/articles/an-open-letter-from-the-medical-community-on-america-s-road-deathshttps://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/2026/05/18/elon-musk-sees-broad-use-of-self-driving-cars-without-human-monitors/90144524007/https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2026/RCLRPT-26V290-1107.pdfhttps://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2026/RCLRPT-26V283-7135.pdfhttps://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2026/RCLRPT-26V281-7837.pdfhttps://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2026/RCLRPT-26E026-6527.pdf

Only 1.4 million of the 25million disposable vapes sold in Ireland last year were disposed of correctly. For more on this Leo O'Donovan CEO of WEEE Ireland.

We recap a massive weekend starting with Eurovision 2026 in Vienna! Delta Goodrem delivered a powerhouse performance of "Eclipse," finishing an impressive 4th. On a somber note, we reflect on the tragic shark attack at Rottnest Island over the weekend that claimed the life of a beloved local spearfisherman. Plus, Nat recounts her fashion nightmare at the Oasis Ball where her sequin dress acted like Velcro!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Todd Conklin questions whether risk can ever truly be removed or if it simply moves around. He distinguishes between hazards and risk, discusses how organizations shift risk through contracting and worker practices, and argues that while hazards can be managed, risk remains dynamic and persistent. Todd also highlights the role of controls, barriers, and margin in starting work safely, and teases upcoming conversations on psychological safety, AI and safety, and leadership.

In this classic rerun of Ben's solo RPG series we see the haards of love. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.Support the show here

Happy Friday! The studio is buzzing after Delta Goodrem absolutely crushed her Eurovision semi-final in Vienna. Performing "Eclipse" atop a gold piano covered in 7,000 Swarovski crystals! Shaun is on a warpath against Coles, accusing them of "Down Down" deception after falling for a protein yoghurt "discount". We also dive into the chaos of Australian Fashion Week, where attendees ignored an emergency alarm because they thought it was "performance art"!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, produced in partnership with LegalVision, we explore how law departments can better support their workplaces in the face of increasing regulatory scrutiny of psychosocial hazards, especially in the age of AI. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with LegalVision head of enterprise James True about the work of his team and the broader firm, why no law department can ignore the risks inherent with psychosocial hazards, how and why there is a nexus between safety risks from AI and psychosocial hazards, the state of affairs for legislative change nationwide, and how well law departments are doing when it comes to managing psychosocial hazards. True also delves into what increased regulatory scrutiny and a changing legislative environment mean for business operations, the questions that law departments must be asking in order to best serve their workplaces, how in-house teams can navigate the onboarding and utilisation of AI while upholding duties to avoid psychosocial hazards, and practical steps to be taken. Learn more about how the firm helps in-house teams with LegalVision's Desk Extension service. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, X and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au

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In this new episode, Dr. T dives into making the holidays joyful for both you and your pets! Learn how to reduce stress and avoid holiday hazards to keep your celebrations safe and relaxing. Discover thoughtful gift ideas to spoil your furry friends this season and explore the countless ways pets enrich our lives with love, companionship, and joy. In Producers Pet project, Kadie DiGiuseppe goes over affordable gifts and DIY gifts for your pet. This is an encore episode of a previous episode.

With the 2026 Everest season now firmly underway and the icefall finally open, Sam and Adrian are back for their second installment of armchair mountaineering coverage. Sam opens with a somber news section, paying tribute to two losses that hit close to home in the outdoor community: Bernie Rosow of Mammoth and Will Stanhope of BC, killed in separate incidents within days of each other. Adrian knew both casually, and reflects on what made each of them so magnetic — Bernie grinding away as a snow cat driver while somehow getting out more than anyone on the east side of the Sierra, and Will quietly pushing the cutting edge of hard trad lines in Squamish and around the world for decades. Adrian also brings a lighter story out of the Himalaya: a Russian and Ukrainian climber who headed to Manaslu in the spring off-season, found the mountain entirely to themselves, and hung it way out there in proper old-school style — a good reminder that the vast majority of the world's mountains can still deliver wild experiences. From there, Sam and Adrian dig into the following topics from the 2026 Everest season:- The Icefall Opens: The threatening serac that delayed the season has partially fallen, a route has been threaded, and teams are moving — but the season is now running in the most compressed window of the modern era, with record permit numbers and a shortened timeline creating real human factors pressure.- Drones on Everest: Last season's successful drone trials have hit a regulatory pause, and Adrian unpacks why that's both completely predictable and genuinely frustrating — and why getting drones properly established on the mountain may be the single most important step toward making the south side safe enough for Alpenglow to return.- Topo's First Impressions and Season Conditions: Alpenglow guide Topo Mena has made his first carry to Camp Two on the south side with early reports positive. Adrian also notes the mountain is running unusually dry this season, which exposes hard ice on the Lhotse Face and adds challenge for everyone — including speed climbers Tyler Andrews and Karl Egloff, who are on the mountain chasing records.- Listener Question — Does the Round Trip Count?: A listener asks the guys to weigh in on whether a summit counts if you don't make it back under your own power. Sam and Adrian don't hold back.Follow our podcast on Instagram @duffelshufflepodcast where you can learn more about us and our guests. Visit our website at www.duffelshufflepodcast.com and join our mailing list. The Duffel Shuffle Podcast is supported by Alpenglow Expeditions, an internationally renowned mountain guide service based in Lake Tahoe, California. Visit www.alpenglowexpeditions.com or follow @alpenglowexpeditions on Instagram to learn more.

After a late night church service Dawnia Dacosta began the familiar half and hour ride home. She had done the drive so many times she could have done it with her eyes closed. But as she cruised down I95 she felt her car sputter then slow. She had run out of gas. As she eased onto the shoulder, she may have thought of her mother and the lessons drilled in long before moments like this ever came. Be prepared. Stay alert. Know what to do. So Dawnia followed those rules. Windows up. Doors locked. Hazards flashing. From where she stood, she could see the glow of a Texaco sign just off the exit ramp, not far at all. As she clutched an empty gas can, she stepped into the night, convinced it would be a quick walk… she'd make it. Sources:https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/fl-supreme-court/1720973.htmlhttps://flcourts-media.flcourts.gov/content/download/347254/file/02-1590_AmdInit.pdfhttps://library.law.fsu.edu/Digital-Collections/flsupct/dockets/sc02-1590/02-1590amdinit.pdfhttps://www.iexitapp.com/exits/Florida/I-95/North/686https://www.newspapers.com/image/229834760/?terms=dawnia%20dacosta&match=1https://abc3340.com/news/nation-world/lucious-boyd-cold-case-jane-doe-eileen-truppner-dawnia-dacosta-murder-rape-resolved-indictment-convicted-murderer-rapist-death-row-broward-county-sheriff-detectives-florida-december-5-2023https://www.sun-sentinel.com/1998/12/13/hundreds-celebrate-life-of-slain-nursing-student/https://www.newspapers.com/image/638261922/?match=1&terms=Roderick%20Bullardhttps://www.cnn.com/2023/12/05/us/florida-murder-rape-cold-case-dna/index.htmlhttps://web.archive.org/web/20090830185850/http://www.fadp.org/news/Sun-Sentinel-20040115.htmhttps://cbs12.com/news/local/lucious-boyd-cold-case-jane-doe-eileen-truppner-dawnia-dacosta-murder-rape-resolved-indictment-convicted-murderer-rapist-death-row-broward-county-sheriff-detectives-florida-december-5-2023https://www.newspapers.com/image/238640528/?match=1&terms=melissa%20floydhttps://pubapps.fdc.myflorida.com/OffenderSearch/detail.aspx?Page=Detail&DCNumber=699893&TypeSearch=AInewspapers.com/article/the-palm-beach-post-gina-marie-moore/9867526/

What if your home, the place meant to feel safest, was quietly triggering your migraines?In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme uncovers how everyday elements in your environment may be overstimulating your nervous system without you realizing it. From subtle sensory stressors to hidden toxins, your home might be shaping your migraine pattern more than you think.You'll discover:

If you know someone who falls in love at first sight over and over again, there's a word for that: emophilia. Daniel N. Jones is professor of management in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno and core faculty within the Interdisciplinary Social Psychology Program. He joins host Krys Boyd to discuss the red flags for people in love with falling in love, why they might be missing huge pitfalls of potential partners and ways to build healthy partnerships beyond the initial butterflies. His book is “Falling Fast: The Perils and Possibilities of Emophilia.” Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

In this episode of the Peskies Pest Control Podcast, Michael Wienecke and Travis McGowin dive into the seasonal “explosion” of squirrel activity and the havoc these bold climbers wreak on local homes. From chewing through electrical wiring—which can lead to dangerous structure fires—to tearing into gable vents and rooflines, the team discusses the serious risks and requirements involved in a professional eviction. You will learn how simple landscaping mistakes like untrimmed crepe myrtles provide a “bridge” for rodents and the tactical logistics required to successfully trap and seal out these persistent unwanted guests. Podcast Transcript:Squirrels in the AtticMichael Wienecke: All right, so who wants something crawling around in their attic?Travis McGowin: I know personally I hate crawling around in my attic, so I don’t know why anything would want to live up there in the first place. But far be it from me to tell wildlife that they can’t go in my attic, right?Michael Wienecke: So we have seen just an influx of, uh, things in attics here recently and they’ve just been squirrels and I, uh, I mean it’s, it’s just been an explosion.Travis McGowin: Yeah, ’tis the season. Um, and, and I feel like it’s like this every single spring realistically right there into that transition from winter to spring, it’s like they’re just on the prowl looking for someone’s house to get into.Michael Wienecke: Or houses.Travis McGowin: Or houses, that’s right. That’s right.Michael Wienecke: Well, and what are they doing up there? Why are they tearing into gable vents and roofs and, and all, all kinds of places on people’s homes right now?Travis McGowin: I mean, they’re looking for a place to start a family.Michael Wienecke: They’re looking to move in rent free, huh?Travis McGowin: Absolutely. Absolutely. They’re looking for a place to go and, uh, and nest and, and reproduce and, you know, take over the world one, one litter of squirrels at a time.Michael Wienecke: I’ll tell you one thing that is crazy to me about squirrels all the squirrel jobs that we do, they are very bold. They’re just, they’ll just hang out with you in the attic while you’re looking for ’em or watching ’em. I mean we’ve got plenty of videos on that, but they just kind of hang out and some of ’em will run away but a lot of ’em are just bold and they’ll just watch you.Travis McGowin: I think sometimes they think that they can’t be seen. Like they’re camouflaged.Michael Wienecke: I always thought because they thought they owned the home. They’re like hey this is I’ve been here six months this is I’ve, you know, um, what do they call it squatter’s rights.Travis McGowin: So, in order for us to effectively remove squirrels from someone’s attic do we need to go get an eviction notice from from some, you know, county entity?Michael Wienecke: We do actually Travis it is, uh, it is the state license, the, the trapping license that we, that we have to get, uh, for the state. So yes, we do have to, we do have to do that.Travis McGowin: Right.Damage and Issues Caused by SquirrelsMichael Wienecke: Well, let’s talk about some of the damage that they do though. I mean, we have seen, I mean, we just did a really good video on one chewing right in the front of someone’s house and, and getting through the wood. Uh, I’ve seen a lot of chimney damage in the past, um, just a lot, a lot of damage on wires. I mean, it’s, it’s just something that you just don’t have to deal with. And it’s always where you can’t reach it and it’s always next to the power lines.Travis McGowin: Um, you know, I think the perfect, more appropriate place to start in terms of damage and issues that the squirrels cause is really to kind of go and lead off with access. So, uh, first of all squirrels are really good climbers.Michael Wienecke: Really, really good climbers.Travis McGowin: Absolutely. They can climb textured surfaces like Spiderman. I mean realistically if your house has any kind of veneer made out of brick on it, um, even some types of siding, especially, you know, wood siding, rough cut wood, stuff like that, I mean they can climb like no body’s business. They have no trouble, um, going back and forth. And if you, you know, are fortunate enough to have some sort of surface on the outside of your house that is not textured that they can’t climb, then, you know, the next thing is they’ll climb a tree that is close to the eaves or close to the roof of the structure and they’ll just jump back and forth if they need to or if, you know, if that’s touching the roof or the eaves then they’ll just climb right, you know, back and forth and then, you know, of course we also see ’em running up and down power lines, uh, cable lines, um, more specifically cable lines to a house and I mean so there’s just so so many routes that they can get and take for their house, you or for to get into your house I should say.Michael Wienecke: Oh definitely. I mean, I think a lot of people just deal with squirrels year to year like oh well they’re back or oh they’re, you know, stirring around again this time of year or before just because they think that there’s no way to get rid of them.Travis McGowin: Oh, but there is. You know, there certainly is. Um, but you know the problem too is not only is it the access but if a squirrel doesn’t have, you know, the ideal entry point figured out, they’ll just make one.Michael Wienecke: 100%. Well, I mean that goes, you know, to maintenance on the home making sure that, you know, I think we’ve talked about what is it a pound of, uh, a pound of cure gives an inch of pressure, pa-, prevention?Travis McGowin: Oh no. It’s an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Oh gosh. I’m going to get on a shirt so I can remember.Building Construction and DeteriorationTravis McGowin: But, you know, if they climb up the, the house or come across on a line or or, you know, enter the space of the house with a tree and you know there’s a small gap, I mean rodents constantly gnaw, they constantly chew on things. So if the, if the hole itself is not quite big enough, um, they’ll just make it larger. You know, they have no problem doing that. So whether it’s the hole near an eave or, you know, a vent, um, they’ll just, you know, make their own access sometimes if the access isn’t already there.Michael Wienecke: Well let’s talk about building construction too. I mean, you know, you’ve got unfortunately skip corners, um, I don’t know when code was to put drip edge. I, I thought it was around 2000 but, uh, I, I see a lot of 2000 homes that do not have drip edge. So I mean you just see a lot of things that were missed. I mean we, we did some homes over here in Chelsea, uh, over here off Inverness and Hoover and Birmingham, you know, it’s just missing flashing and they’re just slipping right on those cracks and crevices, uh, during the, uh, you know, uh, between the roofline to the flashing.Travis McGowin: Uh, well, and you know those houses too, some of them may not have necessarily started out with an issue in the area where the drip line, or excuse me, the drip edge was supposed to be installed. But what we see a lot of times is that over the course of the life of the house, you have the decking underneath the shingles starts to, whether it’s absorbing moisture, whether it’s, uh, you know, reacting to just constant heat from the sunlight, whatever it is it may be a little mixture of both. But it’ll start to bow up and what was a tiny gap that maybe wasn’t a rodent entry point, all of a sudden down the road becomes a rodent entry point because that wood starts to warp and, you know, and change its shape.Michael Wienecke: Well it happens all the time. I mean like we talk about with wildlife squirrel work, raccoon work, bat work, whatever it can be it’s it’s creating that puzzle piece that that’s no longer there.Hazards of Squirrels in AtticsTravis McGowin: Right. And so once they damage the exterior of your home to get in and they get into the attic, now what? What becomes the problem then? So now we’ve we’ve not only got a rodent that’s made entry into the home but what can they do in the attic that’s so detrimental to a house?Michael Wienecke: Uh, well a couple things. I mean they’re going to urinate in that house, they’re going to pee in the house, um, they’re going to gather insulation. We’ve seen it to where they’ve, you know, been scratching so hard that they’ve gone through the ceiling. Um, seen a few inside of a home, that’s pretty rare, so, uh, take that, take that for what it, what it’s worth. Um, but I have seen it. Uh, and then they’re going to start chewing on wires, you know, all the stuff that can cause house fires and then they’re going to cause the, the contamination that you’re having to breathe.Travis McGowin: Right. And you know fun fact for for individuals that may, that may not know this, but years ago and I hope this is not still a practice now, but years ago the sheathing inside of electrical wiring that would, when they were creating the Romex or creating the wiring for the houses, that sheathing lubricant to get the sheathing to go over the wires was essentially vegetable oil based or similar to vegetable oil based. So not only, you know, does does the wiring pose an ideal thing for the rodents to chew on to the wildlife to chew on, but now it tastes good. So now it’s like oh well let’s give ’em something to eat in the attic that’s going to, you know, potentially cause a structure fire.Case Study and Preventive MaintenanceMichael Wienecke: Well let’s talk about some do’s and don’ts. Yes, I would agree on that structure fire because we have seen some major, uh, chewing on the wires. I mean, I, I had a home out in Southlake and they were going to town right there. It’s always where the wires like bending at a little 90 degree right there in that bend. They just start chewing the mess out of it. So we actually had to get I believe an electrician up there to we got rid of the squirrels for ’em and, uh, first terra cotta roof I had ever done which was intimidating. Um, got the squirrel out anyway, um, they had a electrician come out and get all the wiring done but it it could have been a a big deal had he left it exposed.Travis McGowin: Right. I mean it’s, it’s just like you said from a waste standpoint from an animal waste standpoint to just, um, you know, a hazardous standpoint from the damage that they cause which can lead to structure fires or other issues like that. It’s just something that you don’t want in your attic. And and obviously one’s bad enough, but I mean as you’ve seen over the last week or two, I mean there’s cases where there can be a lot more than one in an in an attic.Michael Wienecke: I would rather have rats.Travis McGowin: Than squirrels?Michael Wienecke: I’d rather have rats. Definitely. I mean not not inside my like for me to have to do it inside my home or have to deal with I would rather deal with rats ’cause squirrels always go up high it’s just they’re just an inconvenience. Anyway let’s talk about some things that homeowners need to know like do’s and don’ts, um, you know size of the trap. Pretty important thing to talk about because I have I have gone on some pretty, uh, larger infestations and pretty hard to control problems where the customer’s just using way too small of a trap.Travis McGowin: Well you know we see that a lot in in any of our wildlife or rodent work that we do. Take take mice and rats for an example. If you’re trying to trap a rat with a mouse trap the rat’s not going to get caught they’re going to take the bait and they may, you know, set the trap off and there’s you’re never going to catch anything. And the story’s the same with with using a rat trap to try to catch a mouse. Um, you you have too large of a trap, there again, they’ll set it off, they won’t get caught, they’ll take your bait. And and I think that that holds true to a lot of different wildlife. An improper sized trap causes a problem, um, you there’s just too much room for error there. And then not only an improper sized trap but even maybe say a live trap that’s not stabilized. What what issue does that have?Proper Trapping and Tree MaintenanceMichael Wienecke: Right. And we talked about that in that video. You know squirrels aren’t just going to jump on something or any any animal really is not going to jump on something that’s kind of shaky, um, it’s going to feel it out and and squirrels are very cautious. They’re kind of like deer stop, look, stop, look, stop, look. I mean I couldn’t imagine the stress that is under one of those little guys just walking around in the in the daytime.Travis McGowin: Just existing.Michael Wienecke: Yes. Just existing. So they are, you know, that enjoy it but again they just they just wreak havoc in in homes and, uh, cause a lot issues. So let’s talk about some other things, um, you know, cutting the branches away from the home to where those guys have not not stopping them completely from getting on the roof but, uh, kind of giving them a little bit to think about. You know a a four foot jump to a ten foot jump is is a little bit more to think about, you know, in in size or in size.Travis McGowin: Yeah and I mean they’ll they will jump a long ways to get where it is they want to go. I don’t know if you’ve ever sat in the woods and just, you know, watched squirrels jump from tree limb to tree limb, but there’s some very gutsy moves going on there sometimes, um, you know you’re really intrigued by the fact that they were able to launch themselves through the tree to grab another limb in a different tree through the air and, um, but that rings true for your house if if your limbs are overhanging or if they’re touching, uh, the roof of the house the squirrels have no problem, no fear in using that as a bridge or a crosswalk to get to your home. They’re they’re going to do it. They’re going to use it and they’re not going to be fearful of it at all.Home Maintenance and Tree PlacementMichael Wienecke: Well and not to say that, you know, you need to go out and cut all these tree branches away I mean it’s definitely a good rule of thumb but again like that video we showed with the the chimney going up, I mean they’re still getting on the roof so the best course of action is going to be to seal up that home. Um, Travis has got the pound of, you know, pound of proof for for a lot of action. So I mean just getting making sure that you’ve got those entry points, you know, in that wintertime or even before summer looking around your house, you know, we’re all doing, uh, yard work looking around your house hey do I have rotten spots here, do I have this here. A lot of preventative maintenance, uh, goes a long way.Travis McGowin: Well one I see very frequently, uh, is crepe myrtles. Man, oh yes. People love ’em, they plant ’em right next to the house and then they do not manicure them properly and these things end up growing way up past the roofline and then a lot of times, um, they’ll be touching the eave and man we had someone with a significant significant rat infestation. It was a duplex and they literally had rats climbing up the trees that had just grown up against the side of the house and into the eaves and tore a hole in the eaves and man rats were going in and out between the two units at the duplex we caught over 50 rats. So squirrels are no different. They’re going to be opportunists. They’re going to climb those trees and if you’ve got a tree that has done some, you know, some damage by growing into the side of a structure, uh, they’re going to I mean they just made it easy for ’em, you know, you gave ’em access, uh, a way to climb up and you gave ’em access into into the roof immediately.Michael Wienecke: What do you think the price of a crepe myrtle to buy and and plant is?Travis McGowin: I have never priced one. The only thing that I have ever done is destroy one. Um, when we moved into the house we are in now there was one in the front yard, um, near the house and we cut it down. Um, so I have no earthly idea so enlighten me.Michael Wienecke: Well I just say that ’cause I had a customer one time she said that those crepe mort- crepe myrtles probably cost her more in the squirrel damage and squirrel activity shed than ever putting them in next right, you know, planting them next to her house.Travis McGowin: Oh absolutely. So I’m assuming what your customer was really kind of hinting at is that they weren’t worth owning were they?Michael Wienecke: I personally I mean they’re beautiful trees don’t get me wrong and my wife loves ’em but just don’t put ’em next to your house. Like we had one way in my old house we have one way in the backyard. It was beautiful it bloomed like purple or red I think something like that and she loved it but nothing nothing touching the house. 37 feet away.Travis McGowin: Uh, well that would be ideal but, you know, unfortunately most of the time that’s not possible. But realistically we like to say, you know, trim those branches back trim those trees back at least six or more feet away. That six foot mark is going to start to become a stretch for a squirrel. I’m not going to say that they wouldn’t try it, um, but no overhanging limbs over the roof of the house and, uh, try to get those things trimmed back away from eaves and the roofline at least six preferably preferably more. I would say eight to 10 feet would be even more ideal.Michael Wienecke: Look 10 feet, a 10 foot fall I think that squirrel would hit the roof and probably forget what he was trying trying to do after that, you know, it’s it’s a bit of a drop.Travis McGowin: I would. I would. But then again, you know, if you ever watch a squirrel try to cross the road and they, you know, they get out in the middle and then they hit panic mode they can’t decide if they want to go forwards or backwards, you know, I would question a 10 foot drop or a 10 foot jump but I don’t think they would. I don’t know it just, you know, it just depends on the level of craziness I guess from the squirrel.Michael Wienecke: Well it’s kind of like jumping off that rock at the lake, right? It’s like once you you’ve committed so you you have no other choice but go you know they just spread their arms and their they fly.Travis McGowin: Gravity takes its course.Lessons Learned in Squirrel RemovalMichael Wienecke: Exactly. Exactly. Um, let’s see what’s another what’s another thing that customers need to, you know, if they’re going to try to tackle this themselves what’s some other failures, um, over the years that we’ve kind of figured out. Wrong bait, um, bait is an important one, um, the style of bait, you know, if it if something’s not working you want to try something else. Don’t just stick to the same thing.Travis McGowin: Right, um, you know wrong trap size or style, wrong wrong bait, um, you know and don’t underestimate the intelligence of some of these animals. They didn’t survive and grow into vast numbers of populations like they have become, you know, by being stupid. So, um, so you know don’t don’t discount their intelligence in terms of, you know, you think oh I’m just going to go set this trap right here and they’re just going to wander into it. No, um, ideally ideally you want to put those traps in a known runway, um, where where the rodent is known to go where the wildlife’s known to go. Obviously, you know, if you had a Connibear trap or something like that you you could have multiple accesses into your house. I mean if you put it over an access or a hole where the rodent is not using that access well you’re not going to catch nothing. So, you know, you’ve got to put it where they’re going to be where they’re going to run, um, and don’t underestimate the fact that they may avoid it for a while. Case in point I had a live trap in an attic back in Montgomery a while back, this been a couple years ago and it took multiple days to catch the little guy. And eventually I did but it took multiple days and multiple adjustments before we were successful in in catching that gray squirrel.Michael Wienecke: Yeah it can take a lot of time. Um, another thing too I’ll say is that not like you said I’m glad you said that about the traps. So not just putting one trap up there sometimes you may need two traps sometimes you may need three traps. Um, another thing is that for the people that do not want to do it themselves how many traps do we have that for squirrels? How many different? How many diff- different traps?Travis McGowin: I I don’t I don’t even know.Michael Wienecke: We have one-way door traps, we have one door traps, we have two-door traps.Travis McGowin: I even have some that have openings on both sides.Michael Wienecke: Yeah, I was going to say then we have the runway door traps so we’re very ill- we’re very well equipped to deal with different situations inside the home or outside the home.Travis McGowin: Right, right, yeah there’s there’s all kinds, pick your poison I guess but, uh, there again sometimes you have to back up and punt, sometimes you have to try things, if something doesn’t work and you have to, you know, try a different style, try a different placement. Um, you know even sometimes you if you were to even put a game camera up there and watch what’s going on even sometimes you may come extremely close to catching one and there again we talked about trap stability and they get halfway into the trap and something’s not stable and then they just back out and leave and then they don’t want to touch it again and that’s, you know, it’s frustrating and it comes along with it so trial and error sometimes and learning to pivot and swap into something different is is kind of the norm with some of these, you know, wildlife jobs that we go on. The post Eviction Notice: The Logistics of Squirrel Trapping appeared first on Peskies Pest Control.

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https://jo.my/2xfmzrManaging Mobile Device Hazards and DistractionsOver the last several decades, I've seen many things change in this industry. Some things get easier with new tech. Others get a lot more dangerous. One of the top priorities of a solid Safety Culture is making certain that every person who walks into the facility walks out the same way. We don't just follow rules for the sake of a clipboard. We do it because a forklift doesn't have a "delete" button. When you're looking at a screen, you aren't looking at the three-ton machine headed your way.Distraction is a silent killer in our facilities. It only takes a second. One text. One song change. Suddenly, a routine walk across the floor becomes a tragedy. We have to treat our focus like PPE. If your mind isn't on the job, you aren't protected.Here are a few tips to assist you with mobile device and tech hazards: Keep headphones and earbuds out of your ears completely while on the floor. You need your hearing to detect backup alarms and approaching traffic. Put your phone away before you step into a work zone. Texting while walking is just as dangerous as texting while driving. Only check your devices in designated "Safe Zones." These are the only areas where you can take your eyes off the environment. Stop walking if you must take a call. Stand in a protected area with your back to a wall or rack. Remember that electronic distractions slow your reaction time by half. Every millisecond counts when a heavy load is moving nearby. As always, these are potential tips. Please be sure to follow the rules and regulations of your specific facility.Focus isn't something you can flip on and off like a light switch. It's a habit. When you choose to put the phone away, you're looking out for yourself and the person working next to you. That's what a real pro does. We watch each other's backs so everyone makes it home for dinner.Keep your eyes up and your ears open. The floor is a live environment. It moves fast. You need to be faster. Respect the equipment and respect the "Safe Zones." That's how we keep this facility running right.Thank you for being part of another episode of Warehouse Safety Tips. Until we meet next time - have a great week, and STAY SAFE!#Safety #SafetyCulture #StaySafe #SafetyFirst #SafetyTips #StayAlert #SafetyAwareness #PedestrianSafety #DistractionFree

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It may seem counterintuitive, but hospital ERs can be risky for elderly patients, as the chaotic environment can quickly lead to delirium and decline. An innovative geriatric multidisciplinary ER team at St. Mary's Hospital in Montreal is getting elderly patients discharged safely and quickly, preventing harm and reducing hospital admissions.

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news, review top technology hazards, review AORN guidance on double gloving, discuss the new RQI program from the American Heart Association, provide an update on survey finding trends, and in our focus segment, continue our Accreditation Organization Series with an interview with Michelle Coalson from DNV.    This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.     Notes and Resources from this Episode: Job Growth in Healthcare from Health Leaders Media: https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/ceo/healthcare-drives-72-job-growth-november Beckers ASC Review from Dec 29th https://www.beckersasc.com/leadership/inside-leapfrog-recognized-asc-where-staff-arent-scared-of-surveyors/?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E ECRI Top 10 health Tech Hazards for 2026 (Periop Leader Network) https://www.periopleader.com/briefs/ecri-lists-its-top-10-health-technology-hazards-for-2026/?utm_source=omeda&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ormam+eletter&oly_enc_id=3914G8504789C8H AORN Position on Double Gloving https://aornjournal.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/aorn.14447?mkt_tok=NTQ1LUtDUC0xNjMAAAGex4IC1AFZFI75mpy1pATj6O8lReaLjRiNTr26ffM3gP_eNuVwBDOetc0X-kMkCajRSKRJS7dkozVbeXovvdDBC25EHihs7fHhT6DzC66kRXzb DNV Website: NIAHO® accreditation for ambulatory surgical centers Announcing our upcoming Bootcamps! Director of Nursing Bootcamp April 7-10  Administrator's bootcamp - May 26-29 For More Information, go to: https://conferences.asc-central.com/bootcamps/ INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! https://conferences.asc-central.com/ Join one of our Membership Programs! Our Patron Program: Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.  More information and Become Member The ASC-Central Premium Access Program A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today! Important Resources for ASCs: Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control) https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM) https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som Policy & Memos to States and Regions CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices. https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Books by John Goehle Get a copy of John's most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

What's up, JFW family? This episode of the Channel 23 podcast covers a mix of lighthearted moments—like a Chuck Norris tribute and riddles—and serious safety topics for JFW drivers. Hosts discuss recent stats, new hires, shout-outs, and leadership recognition before diving into practical guidance on tailgate latches, tow hooks, axle gauge calibration, EDVIR workflows, and cab cleanliness. The crew reviews ideas to avoid dumping in the wrong piles, plus reminders about Highway 85 driving risks, rider and PPE policies, and staying hydrated. The show closes with tips & tricks, positive-energy coaching, and a community-focused call to action for safer, more professional driving across the fleet.

Today on “Spotlight Now,” we’re looking at how Oahu is recovering after back-to-back Kona low storms caused severe flooding — from a North Shore boil water notice tied to a power shutoff, to debris removal and volunteer efforts across the island. Hear from Board of Water Supply chief engineer Ernie Lau, state Sen. Brenton Awa, and city deputy communications director Ian Scheuring. Learn more >>See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joined on this episode by the one and only Jake Ryks, and here is a taste of the talking points we we're planning to cover: the importance of training, inspiring the next generation to care, taking pride in the job, recruitment and retention, when it's time to promote, what it means to truly be a “master firefighter,” department morale, leading by example, and what it means to be “the senior man.”We'll also talk about firehouse culture (hazing vs. just having fun), the importance of caring about the little things, not rushing your career goals, Jake's mental health journey and his experience at the IAFF Center of Excellence, the fire story behind the awards he received in 2024, why the fire service matters so much to him, who should—and shouldn't—be a firefighter, and how to walk the line between safe and “too safe,” and risky vs. “too risky.”Enjoy!!!

A clean pool should never cost a pair of lungs or a blown-up skimmer. We take you straight into the chemistry that turns everyday products into hazards—how waterlogged trichlor creates choking fumes, why a puck in the skimmer sends an acid slug through your heater, and the exact mixes that can explode with shocking force. With clear examples from the field and a sobering real-world fatality, we unpack what causes these reactions and show you how small changes in habit prevent big emergencies.We break down the most dangerous pairings—trichlor with cal hypo, trichlor with liquid chlorine—and explain safer dosing strategies that rely on circulation and dilution in the full pool, not the skimmer or a five-gallon bucket. You'll learn why calcium chloride must stand alone or it will cloud and crust your surfaces, plus how clarifiers and metal sequestering agents clash to make water milkier, not clearer. We also cover phosphate removers, overdosing pitfalls that flatten chlorine levels, and the foaming mess that follows heavy-handed enzyme or certain algaecide use—along with fast fixes and better habits.Safety extends beyond the waterline. We outline storage and transport rules that keep acid and liquid chlorine apart in your truck and shed, reduce spill risk, and meet local compliance requirements. From opening unknown trichlor buckets without taking a lungful, to spacing chemical additions and ventilating work zones, these are practical steps any homeowner or pool pro can follow to avoid injuries, fines, and costly repairs.• trichlor fume risks in wet buckets, feeders, and floaters• why tablets in the skimmer damage heaters and stain surfaces• explosive reactions between trichlor and cal hypo or liquid chlorine• safe handling of calcium chloride as a standalone addition• clarifier and metal sequestering agent conflicts that cause cloudiness• phosphate remover timing and avoiding overdosing• enzyme and some algaecide foaming and how to fix it• storage and transport protocols to separate acid and chlorine• cSend a textSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y

Greg Nichols is operations manager in the ORAU health studies program, but he wears a lot of hats. He has become an expert in artificial intelligence and received an ORAU Thought Leadership Research Award to write a chapter on the convergence of AI and biotechnology. Nichols's chapter, “Assessing Governance and Regulatory Frameworks for Converging Technologies: The Case of Artificial Intelligence in Biological Engineering and Design Technologies,” appears in Biotechnology and AI: Technological Convergence and Information Hazards. He says that While biotechnologies are somewhat better regulated and monitored compared to other technologies, artificial intelligence is not, and the combination of these two is certainly not explicitly or fully covered by most existing regulations or risk governance framework. This was an insightful and thought-provoking conversation. To learn more about the chapter Nichols wrote, visit https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-032-05246-9_8 Find the book at https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-032-05246-9

Sponsor Links:This episode of Space Nuts is brought to with the support of NordVPN. When you need to make your online life secure, get the one we use, NordVPN. To take advantage of our special offer, visit www.nordvpn/spacenutsMars Meteor Showers, Gas Giants, and the Search for Alien CivilizationsIn this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson respond to intriguing questions from listeners about our universe. From the risks of meteor showers on Mars to the gravitational effects of Jupiter on its moons, this episode is filled with cosmic curiosities and insightful discussions.Episode Highlights:- Meteor Showers on Mars: David from the UK wonders about the potential hazards of meteor showers on Mars, given its thin atmosphere. Andrew and Fred discuss how the reduced atmospheric pressure could allow smaller meteorites to reach the Martian surface and the implications for future human habitation.- Exploring Gas Giants: Penny asks whether there are plans to fly spacecraft through the atmospheres of Saturn and Jupiter. The hosts explain the challenges of such missions and highlight ongoing projects focused on the fascinating moons of these gas giants instead.- The Gravitational Dance of Europa: Andy from London seeks clarity on how Jupiter's gravity affects its moon, Europa, without pulling it closer. Andrew and Fred elaborate on the tidal forces at play and how they create the intriguing geological activity observed on Europa.- The Search for Alien Civilizations: Duncan raises the thought-provoking question of whether we are truly alone in the universe. The hosts discuss the vast distances involved in the Milky Way and the implications for potential communication with extraterrestrial life.For more Space Nuts, including our continuously updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website. Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on Facebook, Instagram, and more. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favorite platform.If you'd like to help support Space Nuts and join our growing family of insiders for commercial-free episodes and more, visit spacenutspodcast.com/about.Stay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support.

→ What does recess look like if it is as safe as necessary but not as safe as possible?→ What are the links between the decline of independent, risky play and the rise in student anxiety?→ How do we distinguish between healthy 'rough-and-tumble' play and actual aggression?Today's Teachers on Fire are Dr. Mariana Brussoni and Dr. Megan Zeni, the authors of the recently published Embracing Risky Play at School: Getting Kids Outdoors to Explore, Learn, and Grow. Dr. Mariana Brussoni is a Professor within the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Medicine and a scientist with British Columbia Children's Hospital Research Institute, where she leads the Outside Play Lab. Her research reimagines how outdoor and risky play can be integrated into everyday life to help children thrive.Dr. Megan Zeni is a teacher consultant and researcher in the province of British Columbia. She has 3 decades of professional K-7 teaching experience in classrooms, outdoor classrooms, and school gardens. Megan supports just about anyone interested in building capacity for effective and sustainable implementation of risky play, school gardens, and outdoor classrooms in elementary schools. Learn more and follow her work at meganzeni.com.Timestamps from This Episode0:00:00 - Welcoming Dr. Mariana Brussoni and Dr. Megan Zeni 2:00 - Distinguishing between RISKS and HAZARDS in the school environment5:24 - As safe as necessary but not as safe as possible7:14 - Surplus safety as a barrier to development10:06 - The 17-second pause before intervening12:42 - Links between the decline of risky play and the rise in student anxiety18:35 - Creating 'Yes spaces' in our schools27:02 - Healthy rough-and-tumble play vs actual aggression30:19 - Items to add to a playground35:22 - Going outdoors consistently beats occasional trips38:16 - How and where to connect with the authors onlineVisit the home of Teachers on Fire at https://teachersonfire.net/.Song Track Credit: Tropic Fuse by French Fuse - retrieved from the YouTube Audio Library at https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/.

Next month, the Supreme Court will be reviewing a case on birthright citizenship. Two Catholic organizations submitted an amicus brief explaining why those who are born in the US should be allowed to become citizens both from a constitutional framework and based on Catholic social teaching. Anna Gallagher, executive director for the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, joins to discuss the brief. The US-Israeli attack on Iran continued this week with six Americans killed in Kuwait and the Trump administration indicating the war might take longer than Americans expect. Russell Moore and Clarissa Moll talk about the moral hazards of this war. Lastly, professor Alan Noble stops by to discuss the crisis of reading and claims that young men can be saved by good literature. REFERENCED IN THE EPISODE: Can Reading Fix Young Men's Modern Malaise? - Luke Simon To Live Well: Practical Wisdom for Moving Through Chaotic Times - Alan Noble ABOUT THE GUESTS: Anna Gallagher is the executive director of the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, where she leads nationwide efforts to provide expert legal training and advocacy support to migrants and refugees. Alan Noble is Associate Professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University and author of numerous books and articles. Alan's writing appears in Modern Reformation, Christianity Today, Vox, Buzzfeed, and The Atlantic. GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN: Join the conversation at our Substack. Find us on YouTube. Rate and review the show in your podcast app of choice. ABOUT THE BULLETIN: The Bulletin is a twice-weekly politics and current events show from Christianity Today moderated by Clarissa Moll, with senior commentary from Russell Moore (Christianity Today's editor-at-large and columnist) and Mike Cosper (senior contributor). Each week, the show explores current events and breaking news and shares a Christian perspective on issues that are shaping our world. We also offer special one-on-one conversations with writers, artists, and thought leaders whose impact on the world brings important significance to a Christian worldview, like Bono, Sharon McMahon, Harrison Scott Key, Frank Bruni, and more. The Bulletin listeners get 25% off CT. Go to https://orderct.com/THEBULLETIN to learn more. “The Bulletin” is a production of Christianity Today Producer: Clarissa Moll Associate Producer: Alexa Burke Editing and Mix: Kevin Morris Graphic Design: Rick Szuecs Music: Dan Phelps Executive Producer: Erik Petrik Senior Producer: Matt Stevens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Across hundreds of military communities, the housing system is finally confronting aging infrastructure and the reliability gaps that affect daily life for families. The work happening now is a real‑world test of how policy decisions and oversight translate into improvements at scale. We get an inside look at how those choices are made and measured from Brian Stann, CEO of Hunt Military Communities.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

      What if the very thing holding you back isn't your body… but your fear? In this week's episode of Be a Warrior Podcast, I'm coming to you in real time  in the middle of something new, uncomfortable, and humbling. If you've been following along, you know last week I talked about life lessons from the ski slopes and how we have to stop looking down at our feet and start looking ahead at what's coming. That lesson didn't end on the mountain. It followed me straight into this week. As an above-knee amputee, I've learned that one of our earliest survival habits is looking down. When you first get your prosthesis, you watch it constantly. You can't feel your foot, so you visually confirm it's there. Every step is deliberate. Every movement is monitored. Adaptive skiing taught me the same lesson when I ski with one leg, my instinct is to look down at my ski to make sure it's under me. But when you look down, you miss what's coming at you. Hazards. Forks in the road. The bigger picture. And that's not just skiing. That's life. This week, I'm leaning into something I do every year  choosing a word that will guide me. My word for 2026 is trust. And wouldn't you know it? I was immediately handed an opportunity to live it. A prosthetics company from France, Hopper, reached out and asked me to try their running blade. Now, if you know me, you know I've used a running blade before. I even completed a 10K during my first year as an amputee adding socks mid-race as my limb volume shrank, hoping my leg would stay on. That race required grit. It required strength. But above all, it required trust. This new blade, however, is different. It required a different knee a microprocessor knee I've never used before. For six years I trusted my Ottobock C-Leg. Last September, I transitioned to the Össur Navi knee because it's waterproof  I can snorkel with it, travel with it, take it into the ocean. I love how it responds. I trust it. And now? I'm back at square one. New knee. New blade. New mechanics. New fear. New Blade- Trust the Process   Hopper Running Blade Standing between parallel bars in an office, with people watching and cameras recording, I felt that old instinct creep back in. Tight muscles. Hesitation. Looking down. Wanting to be good immediately. Wanting to “perform.” Wanting to prove. But trust doesn't grow in 30 minutes under fluorescent lights. So I brought the blade home. And here I am walking in it around my house. Stepping outside. Trying to “run,” which currently looks more like a gallop from a newborn deer. It's awkward. It's humbling. It's vulnerable. And it's exactly where growth happens. Here's what I've realized: when we don't trust, fear takes over. And fear tightens us up. We don't relax into movement. We don't open up. We don't visualize success we visualize what could go wrong. What if I fall? What if I break my wrist? What if I embarrass myself in public? I've fallen before. On sidewalks. In front of cars that didn't even stop to check on me. I've tripped on hikes. I've fallen skiing. And every single time, I learned something. Failure is feedback. On my last ski trip, I intentionally chose the harder side of the slope. Why? Because I realized if I wasn't falling, I probably wasn't pushing. I did fall exhausted from aggressive turns my muscles weren't prepared for. And that fall told me exactly what I needed to strengthen. If we never risk failure, we never gather information. And that applies far beyond prosthetics or skiing. It applies to relationships. To careers. To faith. To stepping into something new. Trust requires us to first identify what we're afraid of. For me, I had to name it: I'm afraid of falling. I'm afraid of being embarrassed. I'm afraid of injury that could set me back. Once I name the fear, I can address it. Once I address it, I can begin building trust.     That's my call to action for you this week. First: choose a word. A guiding word for your year. Maybe it's trust. Maybe it's courage. Maybe it's surrender. Maybe it's strength. But choose something intentional. Second: identify where fear is showing up in your life. Where are you tightening up? Where are you looking down instead of forward? If you're a new amputee and you're exhausted from thinking through every step — I see you. I remember the mental drain of early prosthetic use. I remember wondering if I'd ever be able to carry laundry without watching my foot. And now? I do it without thinking. But it took time. It took repetition. It took falling. It took lifting my chin. If you're not wearing your prosthesis because you don't trust it, the only way through is through. Wear it. Practice in your home. Slow your gait. Gradually lift your eyes forward. You will build that trust, one step at a time. And if your struggle isn't physical — if it's relational, emotional, spiritual — the principle is the same. Face the fear. Name it. Then take one small step toward trust. This week, I'm in the middle of it with you. Learning a new knee. Learning a new blade. Learning to open up again after five years of not truly running. I don't know yet how it will end. But I know this: I won't build trust by standing still. There is a warrior within you. And warriors don't avoid fear they walk straight into it with their chin lifted and their eyes forward. So let's do this together. Choose your word. Face your fear. Trust the process. And until next time, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,    

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The real ROI of Expo West starts long before the show floor opens. In this episode, the team breaks down best practices for exhibitors looking to maximize your time and resources at one of the most competitive trade shows in the world. From building buzz before the event to making your product instantly understandable on the show floor, they outline practical tactics that separate the booths people remember from the ones they walk past. Show notes: 0:23: Back To The Future. Expo Excellence. Protein Pretzels. Accelerate CPG. Shirleys, Hippies & Hops. — The hosts preemptively thank attendees and partners who supported Taste Radio's Miami meetup. The conversation then turns to Natural Products Expo West 2026, with a focus on how emerging brands can stand out at such a large-scale trade show. They share strategies for building awareness ahead of the event and maintaining momentum through effective post-show follow-up. The episode also highlights several new product launches, including SuperPretzel's protein offering, a new "Shirley Cola" from Ben Stiller-backed Sippin' Shirley soda, Lance Collins' revived Accelerator energy drink, Hoplark's yerba mate-based release, Hazards hop water, and Hippie Energy. Brands in this episode: Dirty Saint, True Dates, Super Pretzel, Accelerator, Hoplark, Hazards, Hippie Energy, Hippie Water, LifeAid, Core Water, BodyArmor, Fuze, C4, Ghost, Dr. Brown's, Stiller's Soda, Slice, Auntie Anne's

Sal and Jeff better straighten up and not do anything dangerous today! Jerry Boger joins hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett in the podcast room for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. As you may remember from previous episodes, Jerry is the Environmental Safety Director for Premier Companies.In addition to discussing the projects they've procrastinated, Jerry, Sal, and Jeff will discuss Premier's commitment to safety and give us an idea of some of the safety initiatives Premier has in place. You'll learn what makes anhydrous ammonia so dangerous, and Jerry will discuss the yearly safety training that is required for employees and available to emergency responders to help keep the public safe. We'll also hear about the data plates that will be installed on anhydrous ammonia tanks and the information the data plate will share with the State Chemist for recertification. Anhydrous Ammonia can be very dangerous, but “if you handle it correctly, it's a really safe product.”

“I think this is one that everybody needs to listen to…”  Special guests, Tony Wesner and Stephanie Flinn join hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  As you may remember from previous episodes, Tony is the CEO of Rose Acre Farms and Stephanie Flinn is the Founder of The Maverick Minute and Executive Director of the Schneck Foundation.  Tony and Stephanie join us today to highlight the importance of farming safety.  Stephanie shares the tragedy that took place that resulted in the death of two of her family members and ultimately led to "The Maverick Minute” which encourages those in the farm world and beyond to pause what they're doing, inspect their equipment and surroundings, and protect life.  Stephanie and Tony will share how they're working to get the word out to make The Maverick Minute as recognizable as the pink ribbon for breast cancer.  “You could have all the training in the world, but if you don't take The Maverick Minute, it can all be for naught.”

Lawyers love legal reasoning. It promises a clean, clear path through sticky, tricky territory. But legal reasoning can enable grotesque real-world outcomes, like torture, or arresting journalists, or masked government agents detaining and disappearing people. On this week's Amicus, Dahlia Lithwick is in conversation with Joseph Margulies, Professor of Practice of Government at Cornell University. Margulies litigated some of the biggest cases of egregious human rights violations of the post-9/11 “War on Terror”, an experience that informed his recent piece in the Boston Review: The Moral Stupefaction of America. Margulies explains how, when we allow obscure legal language to overshadow moral imperatives, we can end up in very dark places. The line from waterboarding at black sites to executing American citizens in the streets is a straight one. And there will be a lawyer willing to write a memo for all of it. Want more Amicus? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes with exclusive legal analysis. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Amicus show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/amicusplus to get access wherever you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lawyers love legal reasoning. It promises a clean, clear path through sticky, tricky territory. But legal reasoning can enable grotesque real-world outcomes, like torture, or arresting journalists, or masked government agents detaining and disappearing people. On this week's Amicus, Dahlia Lithwick is in conversation with Joseph Margulies, Professor of Practice of Government at Cornell University. Margulies litigated some of the biggest cases of egregious human rights violations of the post-9/11 “War on Terror”, an experience that informed his recent piece in the Boston Review: The Moral Stupefaction of America. Margulies explains how, when we allow obscure legal language to overshadow moral imperatives, we can end up in very dark places. The line from waterboarding at black sites to executing American citizens in the streets is a straight one. And there will be a lawyer willing to write a memo for all of it. Want more Amicus? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes with exclusive legal analysis. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Amicus show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/amicusplus to get access wherever you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lawyers love legal reasoning. It promises a clean, clear path through sticky, tricky territory. But legal reasoning can enable grotesque real-world outcomes, like torture, or arresting journalists, or masked government agents detaining and disappearing people. On this week's Amicus, Dahlia Lithwick is in conversation with Joseph Margulies, Professor of Practice of Government at Cornell University. Margulies litigated some of the biggest cases of egregious human rights violations of the post-9/11 “War on Terror”, an experience that informed his recent piece in the Boston Review: The Moral Stupefaction of America. Margulies explains how, when we allow obscure legal language to overshadow moral imperatives, we can end up in very dark places. The line from waterboarding at black sites to executing American citizens in the streets is a straight one. And there will be a lawyer willing to write a memo for all of it. Want more Amicus? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes with exclusive legal analysis. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Amicus show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/amicusplus to get access wherever you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Trump administration's immigration crackdown is not just roiling politics but also directly affecting the provision of health care, medical groups say. Meanwhile, in Washington, federal spending bills on their way to passage have been stalled by the fight over immigration enforcement funding after the shooting death of a second person in Minneapolis this month. Maya Goldman of Axios, Alice Miranda Ollstein of Politico, and Rachel Roubein of The Washington Post join KFF Health News' Julie Rovner to discuss those stories and more. Plus, for “extra credit” the panelists suggest health policy stories they read this week that they think you should read, too: Julie Rovner: Science's “U.S. Government Has Lost More Than 10,000 STEM Ph.D.s Since Trump Took Office,” by Monica Hersher and Jeffrey Mervis.  Maya Goldman: NBC News' “Many Obamacare Enrollees Have Switched to Cheaper Bronze Plans. Here's Why That Could Be Risky,” by Berkeley Lovelace Jr.  Alice Miranda Ollstein: The New York Times' “After Donations, Trump Administration Revoked Rule Requiring More Nursing Home Staff,” by Kenneth P. Vogel and Christina Jewett.  Rachel Roubein: Stat's “HHS Appoints 21 New Members to Federal Autism Advisory Committee,” by O. Rose Broderick.  

Josh Brake shares metaphors and other ethical considerations regarding AI on Episode 607 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode “When you’re moving fast, it’s really easy to do things unreflectively and to make a poor decision without even realizing it.” -Josh Brake “The special thing about bicycles, at least in their non-electronic versions, is that they’re totally human-powered. So it’s all based on the energy that you put in, and it’s just transforming that energy, to make you more efficient and be able to move faster.” -Josh Brake “When you have something like an E bike, that augmentation can be used in a variety of different ways, so it can be used to actually extend your capacity.” -Josh Brake “It’s really this question about what’s the intention that you’re bringing to the technology when you come to the tool, what are the questions that you’re asking? And fundamentally, it’s a question of purpose and intention. Why are you using this?” -Josh Brake Resources An E-Bike for the Mind: E-Bikes and What They Can Teach Us About AI, by Josh Brake I Grew Up Oblivious About Grades. It Ruined Me. Now I'm on a Mission to Ruin You too, by Josh Brake The Moral Hazards of AI Are Closer Than You Realize, by Josh Brake We Are Teaching Humans: A 50,000-Foot View As We Enter a New Academic Year, by Josh Brake On Bandwidth and Bottlenecks: AI Tools Help Us Go Faster, But Speed is Not All You Need, by Josh Brake Technique's Deception: How Jacques Ellul Helps Us Understand the Difference Between Education and Schooling, by Josh Brake Clip – Final Advice from Suborno Isaac Bari The Real World of Technology, by Ursula Franklin Player Piano, by Kurt Vonnegut College Matters Podcast