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Send us a textWhat happens when you take an Italian out of Europe and drop him into the heart of Japan? In this episode, we sit down with a guest who shares his unique journey from Italy to Japan — the culture shocks, the language hurdles, the food revelations, and what it really means to adapt to life on the other side of the world. From espresso to sushi, Fiat to Nissan, it's a story of transformation, perspective, and plenty of laughs. Tune in for a firsthand look at how two very different cultures can collide — and coexist — in one unforgettable life story.Find us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Send us a textWelcome back to the RHDGUYS Podcast, your go-to show for all things right-hand-drive, JDM imports, and the project car life. In this episode, we share updates on our latest RHD builds, discuss what's progressing in the garage, and what's still waiting on parts (or motivation). We also dive into a hot topic in the car community — garage queens. Are they lovingly preserved classics or missed opportunities for seat time?Whether you're into JDM legends, wrenching on your own projects, or just love shop talk, this episode has something for you. Tune in and stay in the loop with the RHDGUYS!Find us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.comTailwind TalksTailwind Talks is a podcast for high-performing professionals who want to build...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Christiane Amanpour is chief international anchor of CNN's flagship global affairs program “Amanpour,” which airs weekdays on CNN International and nightly on PBS in the United States. She is also host of “The Amanpour Hour,” and is based in the network's London bureau. Beginning in 1983 as an entry-level assistant on the international assignment desk at CNN's headquarters in Atlanta, Amanpour rose through the organization becoming a reporter at the New York bureau, and later, the network's leading international correspondent. On the ground during the siege of Sarajevo, Amanpour exposed the brutality of the Bosnian War, reporting on the daily tragedy of life for civilians in the city. She was outspoken, calling out the human rights abuses, massacres and genocide committed against the Bosnian Moslems, later saying “There are some situations one simply cannot be neutral about, because when you are neutral you are an accomplice.” Throughout her time at CNN, Amanpour has secured exclusive interviews with global power players. In the wake of the September 11 attacks she was the first international correspondent to interview British Prime Minister Tony Blair, Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf and Afghan President Hamid Karzai. During the height of the Arab Spring she conducted an Emmy-winning interview with Libya's former leader ‘Colonel' Moammar Gadhafi, and she was also the last journalist to interview Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak just before he was deposed. In January 2014, Amanpour also exclusively broke the news of a dossier of testimony and photographs which alleged to show systematic torture of prisoners by government forces in Syria, evidence she used to confront Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev about his government's support for the Assad regime. In addition to her work as an anchor and reporter, Amanpour is an active rights campaigner. A board member of the Committee to Protect Journalists, the Centre for Public Integrity and the International Women's Media Foundation, she has used her profile to raise awareness of key global issues and journalists' rights. She has interviewed educational rights activist Malala Yousafzai for CNN on several occasions – bringing focus to her courage and international advocacy work. Amanpour has earned 16 News and Documentary Emmy Awards, four Peabody Awards, two George Polk Awards, three duPont-Columbia Awards and the IWMF's Courage in Journalism Award. She has received nine honorary degrees, is an honorary citizen of Sarajevo, and a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Freedom of the Press and the Safety of Journalists. Amanpour holds a BA in Journalism from the University of Rhode Island.Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina.Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King and Delane Meadows. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill. 

In this exclusive episode, recorded live at the African American Mayors Association 11th Annual Conference, host Stephen Goldsmith sits down with Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb to explore how cities can address environmental justice and improve community health outcomes. Mayor Bibb shares his unexpected journey into climate leadership, connecting the dots between air quality, equity, and opportunity for children in Cleveland's most vulnerable neighborhoods. Through data-driven action and a focus on lived experience, Mayor Bibb offers a roadmap for mayors everywhere on making local government a catalyst for cleaner, healthier, and more equitable cities.Music credit: Summer-Man by KetsaAbout Data-Smart City SolutionsData-Smart City Solutions, housed at the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University, is working to catalyze the adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials. Our research focus is the intersection of government and data, ranging from open data and predictive analytics to civic engagement technology. We seek to promote the combination of integrated, cross-agency data with community data to better discover and preemptively address civic problems. To learn more visit us online and join us on Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, or LinkedIn.

Send us a textAI is amazing and scary. We wanted to know what it thought about JDM cars and how to tune them. The results were actually pretty epic! Chat GPT has great taste in cars and we love it.  Listen along to find out what the answers were and maybe youll start using it for your trouble shooting as well. Find us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Send us a textWhat cars are available in London right now? How about Ireland? We do our listener favorite, Facebook Marketplace sweep for the month of May. We comb through the trash and bring you our favorites!Find us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Today we are replaying an episode with Yiselle Santos Rivera. Yiselle is Director of Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion at HKS and is also a former AIA|DC Chapter President, co-founder of LA IDEA, and WIELD event founder. She is a natural community builder and has been heavily involved with JEDI initiatives both on a local and national scale for which she has been recognized with numerous awards.We talk about: - Crafting her career path in terms of employers and project types to better align with her interest to design spaces that heal- How Yiselle created communities around her interests and identities and how her leadership elevated others but also opened doors for her- The specifics of her role as JEDI director: how she splits time, her current initiatives, JEDI focused client work, bridging difficult conversations with clients and colleagues, and her tips for those interested in starting a JEDI movement at their own companies- The circular benefits of mentorship and Yiselle's Hogwarts house!More Episodes you Might Enjoy:038: Olivia Asuncion: Architect, Ramp Enthusiast, and Accessibility Advocate022: Gabriella Bermea: Advocate and Arquitecta018: Alexandra Chaves: Women in Architecture and Storytelling with 'Profiles'(Bonus 002) Set Design with Dominique Dawson008: Evelyn Lee: Tech, Transformation, and Disruption within Architecture(Bonus 006): Q&A with Architecture Graduates - Sofia Daly029: Patricia Ramallo: Behind the Scenes at NCARB

Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Peter from HDWERKS, a standout name in Florida's custom automotive scene. Known for their meticulous craftsmanship and bold designs, HDWERKS has built a reputation for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in vehicle modification. Peter shares the story behind the brand, the challenges of running a high-end custom shop in a competitive market, and what inspires their most iconic builds. Whether you're a car enthusiast, a fellow builder, or just curious about the artistry behind custom vehicles, this conversation offers a rare peek into the mindset of a true creator in the automotive world.Learn more about Peters custom builds at HDWERKS: https://hdwerks.netFind us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYS -  @HDWERKSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Send us a textThe Supra Registry is the world's largest database dedicated to the legendary Toyota Supra — and in this episode, we sit down with its founder, Anthony. He shares the story behind the creation of the registry, the passion that drives it, and what's next for the platform. From every MKIV USDM Supra to a massive collection of JDM entries, Anthony has compiled a mind-blowing amount of detail and history. Tune in to hear how he built this unparalleled resource for Supra enthusiasts worldwide.Find us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYS Merch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

John Holdren is the Teresa and John Heinz Research Professor for Science and International Affairs at Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government and co-director of the Science, Technology, and Public Policy Program at the School's Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs. He is a former Professor of Environmental Science and Policy in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, and Affiliated Professor in the John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Science. He is also President Emeritus and Senior Advisor to the President at the Woodwell Climate Research Center, a pre-eminent, independent, environmental-research organization. From 2009 to 2017, Holdren was President Obama's Science Advisor and Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, becoming the longest-serving Science Advisor to the President in the history of the position. Before joining Harvard, was a professor of energy resources at the University of California, Berkeley, where he founded and led the interdisciplinary graduate-degree program in energy and resources. Prior to that he was a theoretical physicist in the Theory Group of the Magnetic Fusion Energy Division at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and a Senior Research Fellow at Caltech. He has been a member of the Board of Trustees of the MacArthur Foundation and Chairman of the Committee on International Security and Arms Control at the National Academy of Sciences. During the Clinton Administration, he served for both terms on the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, leading multiple studies on energy-technology innovation and nuclear arms control. He is a member of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, the U.S. National Academy of Engineering, the American Philosophical Society, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the American Academy of Political and Social Science, and the Council on Foreign Relations. He is also a foreign member of the Royal Society of London and the Indian National Academy of Engineering and a former President of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. His many honors include one of the first MacArthur Prize Fellowships (1981) and the Moynihan Prize of the American Academy of Political and Social Sciences. In 1995, he gave the acceptance speech for the Nobel Peace Prize on behalf of the Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs, an international organization of scientists and public figures. He holds SB and SM degrees from MIT in aeronautics and astronautics and a Ph.D. from Stanford in aeronautics and astronautics and theoretical plasma physics.Jennifer Spence is the Director of the Arctic Initiative at Harvard Kennedy School's Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, with expertise related to sustainable development, international governance, institutional effectiveness, and public policy. Spence currently co-chairs the Arctic Research Cooperation and Diplomacy Research Priority Team for the Fourth International Conference on Arctic Research Planning (ICARP IV), participates as a member of the Climate Expert Group for the Arctic Council's Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme, and sits as a member of the Yukon Arctic Security Advisory Council. Spence was the Executive Secretary of the Arctic Council's Sustainable Development Working Group from 2019-2023. Previously, she taught and conducted research at Carleton University and worked for a 2-year term at the United Nations Development Programme. She also worked for 18 years with the Government of Canada in senior positions related to resource management, conflict and change management, strategic planning, and leadership development. Spence holds a Ph.D. in public policy from Carleton University, a MA from Royal Roads University in conflict management and analysis, and a BA in political science from the University of British Columbia.Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina.Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King and the OCPA Design Team. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill. 

In this episode, host Stephen Goldsmith talks with Oliver Wise, Acting Under Secretary for Economic Affairs and Chief Data Officer at the US Department of Commerce. Drawing on his time in New Orleans City Hall and with the federal government, Wise shares practical insights on using data to drive results — and how cities can harness the power of generative AI without waiting for perfection. From "use case truffle pigs" to building AI-ready data systems, this episode explores how public leaders can unlock smarter governance through better data practices.Music credit: Summer-Man by KetsaAbout Data-Smart City SolutionsData-Smart City Solutions, housed at the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University, is working to catalyze the adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials. Our research focus is the intersection of government and data, ranging from open data and predictive analytics to civic engagement technology. We seek to promote the combination of integrated, cross-agency data with community data to better discover and preemptively address civic problems. To learn more visit us online and join us on Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, or LinkedIn.

Send us a textEver wonder what its really like at TommyFYeah's Garage S Zero? We got to spend about 8 hours there and were able to see every nook & cranny of the Skyline shop. We had a blast, ate lobster, did a podcast and even banged gears on mountain roads. Showroom, machine shop, dyno, Garage S Zero has it all! Listen along and find out what else we did. Find us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYS @Garageszer0 Merch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Iris Bohnet is the Albert Pratt Professor of Business and Government and the co-director of the Women and Public Policy Program at Harvard Kennedy School. She is a behavioral economist, combining insights from economics and psychology to improve decision-making in organizations and society, often with a gender or cross-cultural perspective. Her most recent research examines behavioral design to embed equity at work. She is the author of the award-winning book “What Works: Gender Equality by Design” and co-author of the book “Make Work Fair.” Professor Bohnet advises governments and companies around the world, including serving as Special Advisor on the Gender Equality Acceleration Plan to the UN Secretary-General/Deputy Secretary-General and as a member of the Gender Equality Advisory Council of the G7. She was named one of the Most Influential Academics in Government and one of the most Influential People in Gender Policy by apolitical. She served as academic dean of Harvard Kennedy School for six years and as the faculty chair of the executive program “Global Leadership and Public Policy for the 21st Century” for the World Economic Forum's Young Global Leaders for more than ten years. She presently serves as the faculty director of the social sciences at Harvard Radcliffe Institute and on a number of boards and advisory boards. Siri Chilazi is a senior researcher at the Women and Public Policy Program at Harvard Kennedy School whose life's work is to advance gender equality in the workplace through research and research translation. She operates at the intersection of academia and practice, both conducting research on how organizations can become more inclusive and bringing those research insights to practitioners through speaking, training, and workshops. As an academic researcher, Siri specializes in identifying practical approaches to close gender gaps at work by de-biasing structures and designing fairer processes. As an advisor and speaker, Siri frequently collaborates with organizations ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies and leading professional service firms in order to close gender gaps. Shei is the coauthor, with Iris Bohnet, of “Make Work Fair: Data-Driven Design for Real Results.” She has earned an MBA from Harvard Business School, a Master's in Public Policy from Harvard Kennedy School, and a BA in Chemistry and Physics from Harvard College. Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina. Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King and the OCPA Design Team. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill.

Stephanie Wolfson, Design Manager at HAT Collective, didn't set out to become a designer—she followed her curiosity, and it led her somewhere unexpected. With a background in theater and marketing, she found her way into the world of commercial interiors and discovered a love for the “3D puzzles” of furniture design.In this episode, Stephanie shares how curiosity helped her carve out new roles, take a bold career pause, and navigate the tough conversations that come with growth. It's a candid, inspiring look at what's possible when you stop chasing the perfect plan—and start following what lights you up.Learn more about POP into Excellence 2025; a professional development event for dealer designers & design leadersLast chance for "All Access:" https://www.thedesignpop.com/offers/dmdNUU2R/checkout The Design Pop is an Imagine a Place Production (presented by OFS)Connect with Alexandra on LinkedInFollow The Design Pop on LinkedIn 

Send us a textYou either hate him, or love him. TommyFYeah is well known for his honesty surrounding car builds. He will tell you if your car sucks. But he will also build you something better. From his early days, to what he is up to next. We talk about the lawsuit he has been battling, misconceptions about his actions, and more! Jack Cecile from HP Logic also joins the conversation! Listen along and hear the truth about Tommy Farrell and GarageSZero!Find us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYS @TommyFYeah @GarageSZeroMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Send us a textWhat cars are available in Florida right now? How about Minnesota? We do our listener favorite, Facebook Marketplace sweep for the month of March. We comb through the trash and bring you our favorites!Find us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Send us a textWe often interview "known" people. We wanted to interview the unknown. We called on our friend Matt Willoughby who lives in Murfreesboro TN. He is a guy just like us, who fell in love with these cars early and never lost the passion. We chat about the forum days, the car scene in Nashville, Import Alliance and more! Listen along to get the perspective of someone just like you!Socials - @RHDGUYS Merch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

At a recent event held at Harvard University current Mayor of Tulsa Monroe Nichols and former Mayor of Oakland Libby Schaaf spoke to chiefs of staff and deputy mayors of 35 large US cities, and we're releasing a bonus question and answer session hosted by Data-Smart City Pod producer Betsy Gardner. Listen to hear how mayors can actually influence educational policy, how to future-proof initiatives, and why longitudinal data is so important in this work. Music credit: Summer-Man by KetsaAbout Data-Smart City SolutionsData-Smart City Solutions, housed at the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University, is working to catalyze the adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials. Our research focus is the intersection of government and data, ranging from open data and predictive analytics to civic engagement technology. We seek to promote the combination of integrated, cross-agency data with community data to better discover and preemptively address civic problems. To learn more visit us online and join us on Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, or LinkedIn.

On today's episode of Architectette we chat with Erin Peavey. Erin is an architect, researcher, and the Health & Well-being Design Leader at HKS. She bridges the gap between research and practice with a focus on design for health, happiness, and social connection.We talk about: - Erin's career journey: her early exposure to environmental psychology, how she navigated uncertainties in her career, and how she came to lead healthcare and community-focused architecture projects.- We talk about the importance of research and data and how this information can guide architectural decisions that promote health and wellbeing. - We also talk about loneliness and the importance of social connection. We focus on strategies to design spaces that foster belonging, community, and connection, with an emphasis on the impacts of the pandemic and how mindful engagement can reduce loneliness and lack of connection____Thank you to our sponsors:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Arcol⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a collaborative building design tool built for modern teams. Arcol streamlines your design process by keeping your model, data and presentations in sync enabling your team to work together seamlessly.- Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Arcol.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/arcol-tech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Twitter/ X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://x.com/ArcolTech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Layer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the workflow platform for buildings, empowering teams to capture field data & photos, connect it to their drawings & models, and create beautiful deliverables & reports.Use Layer to build your own workflow to generate Room Data Sheets from Revit, manage your CA processes such as RFIs or Punch lists, conduct field surveys and much more. The best thing is, it's all connected directly to Revit so you'll never have to copy and paste data between windows again.- Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://layer.team/architectette⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠____Links:Website: www.erinpeavey.comErin's Writing: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/erin-peaveyConnect with Erin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinpeavey/ and https://www.instagram.com/erin.peavey/Peace by Design Book: https://www.erinpeavey.com/news/peace-by-designErin's Recommended Resources: Dr. Mardelle Shepley, Dr. Kirk Hamilton, HERD Journal, Psychology Today, EndNote, Mendeley, JSTOR, Google Scholar (use "peer review"!), Research Gate, Visual Refence for Evidence Based Design, and senior living topical books by Margaret Calkins.____Connect with Architectette:- Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.architectette.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Learn more)- Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @architectette⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (See more)- Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.architectette.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Behind the Scenes Content)- LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Architectette Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Page and/or⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Caitlin Brady⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Architectette:- Leave us a rating and review!-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ AlexGrohl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Send us a textEver wonder how all those RHD cars in Florida got titled? Heard all the tariff hype and want to know what people are actually paying?Anthony Chaudruc from Car Shop Midori in Florida/Japan talks about what its like being an importer, current tariffs, Registration in Florida and more.Check out Car Shop Midori on FacebookJoin the Facebook group -  Search "RHDGUYS - JDM BOYS" Socials - @RHDGUYS Merch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Timothy Massad is currently a Senior Fellow at the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government at Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, an Adjunct Professor of Law at Georgetown Law School and a consultant on financial regulatory and fintech issues. Massad served as Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission from 2014-2017. Under his leadership, the agency implemented the Dodd Frank reforms of the over-the-counter swaps market and harmonized many aspects of cross-border regulation, including reaching a landmark agreement with the European Union on clearinghouse oversight. The agency also declared virtual currencies to be commodities, introduced reforms to address automated trading and strengthened cybersecurity protections. Previously, Mr. Massad served as the Assistant Secretary for Financial Stability of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. In that capacity, he oversaw the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP), the principal U.S. governmental response to the 2008 financial crisis. Massad was a partner in the law firm of Cravath, Swaine & Moore, LLP. His practice included corporate finance, derivatives and advising boards of directors. Massad was also one of a small group of lawyers who drafted the original ISDA standard agreements for swaps.Howell Jackson is the James S. Reid, Jr., Professor of Law at Harvard Law School. His research interests include financial regulation, consumer financial protection, securities regulation, and federal budget policy. He has served as a consultant to the United States Treasury Department, the United Nations Development Program, the World Bank, and the International Monetary Fund. He frequently consults with government agencies and congressional committees on issues related to financial regulation. From 2023 to 2024, he was a Senior Adviser to the National Economic Council.   Since 2005, Professor Jackson has been a trustee of College Retirement Equities Fund (CREF).  He has also served as a director of Commonwealth, a non-profit dedicated to strengthening financial opportunities for low and moderate-income consumers. At Harvard University, Professor Jackson has served as Senior Adviser to the President and Acting Dean of Harvard Law School. Before joining the Harvard Law School faculty in 1989, Professor Jackson was a law clerk for Associate Justice Thurgood Marshall and practiced law in Washington, D.C. Professor Jackson received his J.D. and M.B.A. degrees from Harvard University in 1982 and a B.A. from Brown University in 1976.Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina.Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill .  

In this episode, we sit down with Kate Bradley and Pam Smith—two former dealer designers who made the jump to the A&D world and now work at HKS. They open up about what that transition was really like, from unexpected stress relief to letting go of manufacturer sales goals and adapting to new tech.We dive into the sometimes tricky dynamic between dealerships and A&D firms, and what it takes to collaborate well. Kate and Pam share what they wish they had known earlier, bust a few myths (like whether fancy renderings actually help win projects), and offer real, practical advice for building better partnerships.Register for FREE to attend the webinar Bridging the Gap: Strengthening Collaboration Between Dealer Designers and A+DSubmit a question for the panelists link: https://www.thedesignpop.com/pie-2025-questionsLearn more about POP into Excellence 2025; a professional development event for dealer designers & design leadersThe Design Pop is an Imagine a Place Production (presented by OFS)Connect with Alexandra on LinkedInFollow The Design Pop on LinkedIn

Send us a textTalk about being screwed by a shady importer! Kalvin thought he was buying his dream R32 GTR only to show up to port and find a rust bucket. At this point most people would have accepted their losses and flipped the car. Not Kalvin, he turned it into an opportunity to propel himself into the restoration game. He removed all the rust from his car, and completely restored it to like new condition, and is now doing it for customers! Listen along and hear how Kalvin overcame this setback. Join the Facebook group -  search "RHDGUYS - JDM BOYS" Socials - @RHDGUYS - @MalliMotorWorksMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Joseph S. Nye Jr. is a Harvard University Distinguished Service Professor, Emeritus, and former Dean of Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. He has served as assistant secretary of defense for international security affairs, as chairman of the National Intelligence Council, and as deputy undersecretary of state for security assistance, science and technology. In a recent survey of international relations scholars, he was ranked as the most influential scholar on American foreign policy, and in 2011, Foreign Policy named him one of the top 100 Global Thinkers. His most recent book, published in 2024, is “A Life in the American Century.” His other books include “The Power to Lead,” “The Future of Power,” “Presidential Leadership and the Creation of the American Era,” and "Is the American Century Over?” He is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the British Academy, and the American Academy of Diplomacy. He received his bachelor's degree summa cum laude from Princeton University, won a Rhodes Scholarship to Oxford University, and earned a PhD in political science from Harvard. Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina. Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill. 

Send us a textKolapo thought he had purchased his dream car, until that dream quickly turned into a nightmare. The Mspec Nur was purchased in Japan and supposed to be sent over, but a dispute over a shop charge ended in the car disappearing, only to show up at a dealership a few weeks ago in the USA. Listen along and hear this story! Join the Facebook group -  search "RHDGUYS - JDM BOYS" Socials - @RHDGUYSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Ambassador Wendy Sherman, the 21st U.S. Deputy Secretary of State and the first woman in that position, has been a diplomat, businesswoman, professor, political strategist, author, and social worker. She served under three presidents and five secretaries of state, becoming known as a diplomat for hard conversations in hard places. As Deputy Secretary, she was the point person on China. While serving as Undersecretary for Political Affairs, Sherman led the U.S. negotiating team that reached an agreement on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action between the P5+1, the European Union and Iran.  And, as Counselor at the State Department, she led on North Korea and was engaged on Middle East negotiations. For her diplomatic accomplishments she was awarded the National Security Medal by President Barack Obama. At Harvard Kennedy School, she was a professor of the practice of public leadership, director of the Center for Public Leadership at the Harvard Kennedy School (where she is now a Hauser Leadership Fellow), and a current and former Senior Fellow at the School's Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs. In 2002, along with former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, Sherman built a global consulting business, The Albright Group. Sherman previously served on the President's Intelligence Advisory Board, chaired Oxfam America's Board of Directors, served on the U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Policy Board, and was Director of Child Welfare for the State of Maryland. She is the author of the book: “Not for the Faint of Heart: Lessons in Courage, Power and Persistence.” Sherman attended Smith College and received a B.A. cum laude from Boston University and a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Maryland. Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina. Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King and the OCPA Design Team. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner of the OCPA Digital Team. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill of the OCPA Editorial Team. 

In this episode, host Stephen Goldsmith is joined by Harvard Business School professor and former mayoral Chief of Staff Mitch Weiss, who talks with him and Boston CIO Santi Garces about the transformative power of artificial intelligence and GenAI. Using Weiss's framing of possibility government, they discuss current and future uses of AI in city government and why cities should focus on transformative problems. Music credit: Summer-Man by KetsaAbout Data-Smart City SolutionsData-Smart City Solutions, housed at the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University, is working to catalyze the adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials. Our research focus is the intersection of government and data, ranging from open data and predictive analytics to civic engagement technology. We seek to promote the combination of integrated, cross-agency data with community data to better discover and preemptively address civic problems. To learn more visit us online and join us on Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, or LinkedIn.

Send us a textThe Spoon NSX, Mines R34 and Trial Supra. These demo cars are iconic and shaped the way enthusiasts modified their cars. We dive into our favorite demo cars, and do the spring 2025 version of Hot or Not. Listen along and let us know what your favorites are!Join the Facebook group -  search "RHDGUYS - JDM BOYS" Socials - @RHDGUYSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Send us a textNissan got a new CEO? How much will the Tariffs be on JDM junk? Nissan Motor Transport stops accepting used cars. How will this change shipping prices on RHD cars? We talk about these and more on episode 126. Socials - @RHDGUYSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

With a Republican Congress apparently unwilling to check Trump's power, many Americans fear a looming constitutional crisis and are looking to the federal courts to ride to the rescue. But political scientist and Harvard Kennedy School Professor Maya Sen, who studies the federal judiciary, says the cavalry probably isn't coming. The Trump administration has seemingly defied judicial orders on deportations, withholding congressionally appropriated funds for federal programs, eliminating birthright citizenship, and other issues. Meanwhile, surrogates like Vice President J.D. Vance and billionaire Elon Musk have stated in social media posts that Trump is simply not bound by judicial decisions and can do pretty much whatever he pleases. Trump has even joined with some of his political supporters calling for impeachment of judges who rule against him, prompting Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts to respond and call Trump's statement “inappropriate.” With the legislative branch of government sitting on the sidelines and without a credible threat of impeachment, Sen says the judiciary is no match for an authoritarian executive in terms of speed of action and political muscle—and was never intended to be. And even if it had been, structural issues with the way decisions are made and how judges are chosen give conservatives an advantage, and have resulted in a Supreme Court that is largely out of step with public opinion. Sen talks with PolicyCast host Ralph Ranalli about what can be done to restore both the separation of powers and the balance of power in the U.S. government during this unprecedented pivotal moment in American history.Maya Sen's Policy Recommendations:Pass a constitutional amendment to end lifetime appointments and limit terms for federal judges, including Supreme Court justices, to 18 years to help depoliticize the process of judicial selection.Exert public and electoral pressure on Congress and political leaders to defend the legislative branch's constitutional prerogatives and to stop ceding power to the executive branch.Episode Notes:Maya Sen is a political scientist whose interests include law, political economy, race and ethnic politics, and statistical methods. She has testified before Congress and presidential commissions on issues pertaining to the federal courts, and her research has been published in numerous academic journals including the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the American Political Science Review, the American Journal of Political Science, and The Journal of Politics. . Her writings also include the books “The Judicial Tug of War: How Lawyers, Politicians, and Ideological Incentives Shape the American Judiciary,” and “Deep Roots: How Slavery Still Shapes Southern Politics,” which won the 2019 William H. Riker Book Award for best book published in political economy. She is currently working on a book on the relationship between the Supreme Court and public opinion. Professor Sen earned a PhD from the Department of Government at Harvard University in 2012 and holds an AM in Statistics and an AB in Economics, both from Harvard University, as well as a JD from Stanford Law School.Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina. Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King and the OCPA Design Team. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner of the OCPA Digital Team. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill of the OCPA Editorial Team. 

Send us a textWhat cars are available in Florida right now? How about Minnesota? We do our listener favorite, Facebook Marketplace sweep for the month of March. We comb through the trash and bring you our favorites!Socials - @RHDGUYSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Send us a textHealthcare isn't just something that happens in hospitals—it's happening in our homes, whether we realize it or not. But what if home wasn't just a backdrop for health, but an active partner in healing?In this episode, Dr. Andrew Boozary—Founding Executive Director of University Health Network's Gattuso Centre for Social Medicine—discusses the Dunn House project, a first-of-its-kind initiative where a hospital campus is prescribing permanent housing as part of patient care. Because without a stable home, how can someone truly get better? Meanwhile, Dr. Upali Nanda, EVP and Global Sector Director of Innovation at HKS, shares how her team is using VR to immerse designers in the lived experiences of real patients, revealing the unseen barriers to health inside the home.Together, we'll explore how housing, healthcare, and design are colliding in ways that could reshape the built environment—and why it's time for designers across all disciplines to start thinking about home in a whole new way.HKS Home as Health Hub Idea LabDunn House Social Medicine Project  

Send us a textWhats it like being a tuner in Southern California dealing with CARB and the other restrictions? Whats the difference between Haltech and the other ECUs? What separates Animal Auto from the rest of the tuners? We find this out, and more from Andrew Molina, owner of Animal Auto in SoCal.  Andrew is also a lead advisor at Haltech ECU company. Socials - @RHDGUYS - @ANIMALAUTOAnimal Autohttps://animal-auto.com/Merch - HTTP://RHDGUYS.COMWant Cheap Nissan Parts? Use Code RHDGUYShttps://nizmopartsplug.com/Want A Cheap Haltech? Use Code RHDGUYShttps://dynosty.com/

Danielle Allen and Mark Fagan say that when tested, thoughtfully deployed, and regulated AI actually can help governments serve citizens better. Sure, there is no shortage of horror stories these days about the intersection of AI and government—from a municipal chatbot that told restaurant owners it was OK to serve food that had been gnawed by rodents to artificial intelligence police tools that misidentify suspects through faulty facial recognition. And now the Trump administration and Elon Musk's so-called Department of Government Efficiency or DOGE say they are fast-tracking the use of AI to root out government waste and fraud, while making public virtually no details about what tools they are using or how they'll be deployed. But Allen and Fagan, say that while careless deployment creates risks like opening security holes, exacerbating inefficiencies, and automating flawed decision-making, AI done the right way can help administrators and policymakers make better and smarter decisions, and can make governments more accessible and responsive to the citizens they serve. They also say we need to reorient our thinking from AI being a replacement for human judgement to a partnership model, where each brings its strengths to the table. Danielle Allen is an HKS professor and the founder of the Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation. Mark Fagan is a lecturer in public policy and faculty chair of the Delivering Public Services section of the Executive Education Program at HKS. They join PolicyCast host Ralph Ranalli to explain the guidelines, guardrails, and principles that can help government get AI right. Policy Recommendations:Danielle Allen's Policy Recommendations:* Support the "people's bid" for TikTok and generally promote an alternative, pro-social model for social media platforms.* Establish AI offices in state governments: Create offices that use AI to enhance openness, accountability, and transparency in government.Mark Fagan's Policy Recommendations:* Implement "sandbox" spaces for regulatory experimentation that allow organizations to test different policy ideas in a controlled environment to see what works.* Adopt a risk-based regulatory approach similar to the EU that categorize AI regulations based on risk levels, with clear guidelines on high-risk activities where AI use is prohibited versus those where experimentation is allowed. Danielle Allen is the James Bryant Conant University Professor at Harvard University. She is a professor of political philosophy, ethics, and public policy and director of the Democratic Knowledge Project and of the Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation. She is also a seasoned nonprofit leader, democracy advocate, national voice on AI and tech ethics, and author. A past chair of the Mellon Foundation and Pulitzer Prize Board, and former dean of humanities at the University of Chicago, she is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and American Philosophical Society. Her many books include the widely acclaimed Talking to Strangers: Anxieties of Citizenship Since Brown v Board of Education;  Our Declaration: a reading of the Declaration of Independence in defense of equality; Cuz: The Life and Times of Michael A.; Democracy in the Time of Coronavirus; and Justice by Means of Democracy. She writes a column on constitutional democracy for the Washington Post. Outside the University, she is a co-chair for the Our Common Purpose Commission and Founder and President for Partners in Democracy, where she advocates for democracy reform to create greater voice and access in our democracy, and to drive progress towards a new social contract that serves and includes us all. She holds Ph.Ds from Harvard University in government and from King's College, University of Cambridge, in classics; master's degrees from Harvard University in government and King's College, University of Cambridge in classics; and an AB from Princeton in classics.Mark Fagan is a lecturer in public policy and former senior fellow at the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government at Harvard Kennedy School. He teaches Operations Management, Service Delivery via Systems Thinking and Supply Chain Management, and Policy Design and Delivery in the degree program. In executive education, he is the faculty chair for Delivering Public Services: Efficiency, Equity and Quality. In another program, he teaches strategy and cross boundary collaboration. The focus of his research is on the role of regulation in competitive markets. He is presently spearheading an initiative at the Taubman Center for State and Local Government that examines the policy and associated regulatory impacts of autonomous vehicles. He leads efforts to catalyze policy making through Autonomous Vehicle Policy Scrums, cross sector policy design sessions hosted by governments from Boston to Buenos Aries to Toronto. Fagan earned a Masters Degree in City and Regional Planning at Harvard University and a BA at Bucknell University.Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina. Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King and the OCPA Design Team. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner of the OCPA Digital Team. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill of the OCPA Editorial Team.

In this episode, host Stephen Goldsmith is joined by communications expert and strategist Cameron Trimble, founder and CEO of Hip-Politics, to discuss the evolving role of local digital influencers in city government communications. Trimble explains exactly how local governments can leverage digital creators to spread important messages in an authentic and engaging way and highlights the importance of multimedia strategies as a crucial tool in reaching today's audiences in a fractured media landscape.Music credit: Summer-Man by KetsaAbout Data-Smart City SolutionsData-Smart City Solutions, housed at the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University, is working to catalyze the adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials. Our research focus is the intersection of government and data, ranging from open data and predictive analytics to civic engagement technology. We seek to promote the combination of integrated, cross-agency data with community data to better discover and preemptively address civic problems. To learn more visit us online and join us on Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, or LinkedIn.

Send us a textFemales are not just " For Looks" in the industry. They are becoming more and more of an asset in terms of their builds and input on the community. Gone are the days of all pink stereotypical cars. We interview Lebbet Cueto, owner of REWRK Collective. She also rebuilds turbos daily at her family business MIC Turbo. Lebbet elaborates on what its like being a knowledgeable female in an industry full of dudes. Listen along and gain a new perspective on females in the JDM culture. Socials - @RHDGUYS - @REWRKCOLLECTIVEMerch http://RHDGUYS.COM - http://REWRKCOLLECTIVE.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts? Use code RHDGUYShttps://nizmopartsplug.com/

Dr. Upali Nanda is Partner and Executive Vice President at HKS. As the firm's Global Sector Director, Innovation, she oversees HKS's Research, Advisory, Sustainable Design and Cities & Communities services. Based in Ann Arbor, Upali has extensive experience leading research projects in design practice with a focus on the impact of design on human health and perception. Upali believes that the big problems will be solved by getting many disciplines together in conversation. One example, the FDA Home as a Health Hub Idea Lab, brought together housing designers, developers, technology developers, investors, healthcare providers, and others. All such work is rooted in Upali's deep commitment to the integration of research into practice. That commitment has prompted to her to ask deep questions about people and place. “How can we design for humans without knowing how humans are designed?” she asks. “That question got me interested in how humans perceive and behave, and then over time, that evolved into this interest in human health itself.” 

For market purists, any mention of the term industrial policy used to evoke visions of heavy-handed Soviet-style central planning, or the stifling state-centric protectionism employed by Latin American countries in the late 20th century. But that conversation turned dramatically over the last several years, as President Joe Biden's signature legislative achievements like the CHIPS and Science Act and the Inflation Reduction Act showcased policies designed to influence and shape industries ranging from tech to pharma to green energy. My guest today, Harvard Kennedy School Professor Ricardo Hausmann, is the founder and director of the Growth Lab, which studies ways to unlock economic growth and collaborates with policymakers to promote inclusive prosperity around the world. Hausmann says he believes markets are useful, but have shown themselves inadequate to create public benefits at a time when public objectives like the clean energy transition and shared prosperity have become increasingly essential to human society. In a wide-ranging conversation, we'll discuss why industrial policy is making a comeback, tools that the Growth Lab has developed to help poorer countries and regions develop and prosper, and the uncertainty being caused by President Trump's pledge to raise tariffs and protectionist barriers.Ricardo Hausmann's policy recommendations:Encourage governments to track industries that are not yet developed but have the potential for growth and monitor technological advancements to identify how new technologies can impact existing industries or create new opportunities.Develop state organizations with a deep understanding of societal trends and industrial potential, similar to Israel's office of the Chief Scientist or the U.S. Presidential Commission on Science and Technology.Encourage governments to develop a pre-approved set of tools—including training, educational programs, research programs, and infrastructure—that can be quickly mobilized for specific economic opportunities.Teach policy design in a way that mirrors medical education (e.g., learning by doing as in a teaching hospital), because successful policy design requires real-world experience, not just theoretical knowledge. Ricardo Hausmann is the founder and director of Harvard's Growth Lab and the Rafik Hariri Professor of the Practice of International Political Economy at Harvard Kennedy School. Under his leadership, the Growth Lab has grown into one of the most well regarded and influential hubs for research on economic growth and development around the world. His scholarly contributions include the development of the Growth Diagnostics and Economic Complexity methodologies, as well as several widely used economic concepts. Since launching the Growth Lab in 2006, Hausmann has served as principal investigator for more than 50 research initiatives in nearly 30 countries, including the US, informing development policy, growth strategies and diversification agendas at the national, regional, and city levels. Before joining Harvard University, he served as the first chief economist of the Inter-American Development Bank (1994-2000), where he created the Research Department. He has served as minister of planning of Venezuela (1992-1993) and as a member of the Board of the Central Bank of Venezuela. He also served as chair of the IMF-World Bank Development Committee. He holds a Ph.D. in economics from Cornell University.Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lillian Wainaina. Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King of the OCPA Design Team. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner of the OCPA Digital Team. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill of the OCPA Editorial Team. 

Our online tools facilitate learning new practices and exchanging information at the same time they interrupt our focus and fracture our attention.   Finding that balance is a motivation for Laura Pike Seeley, knowledge program leader at global architecture firm HKS, Inc. She joins Get Reworked to discuss how the firm strikes that balance through a blend of knowledge sharing practices and approaches. "Digital workplace design is critical here, right? Most of us spend an enormous part of our day working within the digital workplace and the tools that it connects us to. So this environment can be full of flashing lights and distractions, or it can be an environment that guides you through the noise to find the connections and the ideas that matter most to you," said Laura. Highlights of the conversation include: How HKS Inc balances live knowledge sharing lessons and static knowledge hubs to account for employee needs. The differences between knowledge management practices in a consumer packaged goods firm vs. an architecture firm. How she finds the balance between information overload and open exploration and knowledge sharing.

Send us a textEver wonder what the perfect setup is for a skyline? What about who can do it for you? This week we flew to Tacoma Washington to find out what the hype was all about for U.P Garage. They did not disappoint! This place reminded me of the small tuning shops in Japan I love so much. Doug and Eric have done an amazing job at staying true to their roots while pushing the envelope for how street skylines perform. We had a blast and learned so much. How does this 2 man crew do it?Listen along and learn! Socials - @RHDGUYS - @U.P.GARAGEUSAMerch -  http://RHDGUYS.COMU.P Garage - https://upgarageusa.com/Want a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS"https://nizmopartsplug.com/

Send us a textWhy is it that Americans look down on wagons? Is it the dad vibes? Is it the perceived lack of performance? We do a deep dive into the most desirable JDM wagons to see what the hype, or lack there of, is all about. We speak on cars like the WRX wagon, Nissan Stagea, Mitsubishi Evo Wagon among others. What do you think? Listen along and give us your feedback!Socials - @RHDGUYSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Send us a textWill we have a project car? Why is the import car scene getting popular again? Will Aaron ever get that SR20 in his Skyline?We answer all these questions, and more. We also update you on our current projects we have going on, and future projects. Listen along and leave your own feedback, and ask questions for the next episode.Socials @RHDGUYSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant discount Nissan parts?USE CODE "RHDGUYS"https://nizmopartsplug.com

Ten years ago, political scientists Martin Gilens of Princeton and Benjamin Page of Northwestern took an extraordinary data set compiled by Gilens and a small army of researchers and set out to determine whether America could still credibly call itself a democracy. They used case studies 1,800 policy proposals over 30 years, tracking how they made their way through the political system and whose interests were served by outcomes. For small D democrats, the results were devastating. Political outcomes overwhelmingly favored very wealthy people, corporations, and business groups. The influence of ordinary citizens, meanwhile, was at a “non-significant, near-zero level.” America, they concluded, was not a democracy at all, but a functional oligarchy.  Fast forward to 2024 and a presidential campaign that saw record support by billionaires for both candidates, but most conspicuously for Republican candidate Donald Trump from Tesla and Starlink owner Elon Musk, the world's richest man. That prompted outgoing President Joe Biden, in his farewell address, to warn Americans about impending oligarchy—something Gilens and Page said was already a fait accompli ten years before. And as if on cue, the new president put billionaire tech bro supporters like Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg front and center at his inauguration and has given Musk previously unimaginable power to dismantle and reshape the federal government through the so-called Department of Government Efficiency. So what does it mean that American oligarchy is now so brazenly out in the open?  Joining host Ralph Ranalli are Harvard Kennedy School Professor Archon Fung and Harvard Law School Professor Larry Lessig, who say it could an inflection point that will force Americans to finally confront the country's trend toward rule by the wealthy, but that it's by no means certain that that direction can be changed anytime soon. Archon Fung is a democratic theorist and faculty director of the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at HKS. Larry Lessig is the Roy L. Furman Professor of Law and Leadership at Harvard Law School and a 2016 presidential candidate whose central campaign theme was ridding politics of the corrupting influence of money. Archon Fung's Policy Recommendations:Involve the U.S. Office of Government Ethics in monitoring executive orders and changes to the federal government being made by President Trump, Elon Musk, and other Trump proxies.Demand transparency from Musk and the so-called Department of Government Efficiency about their actions in federal agencies, what changes and modifications they are making to systems, and an accounting of what information they have access to.Lawrence Lessig's Policy Recommendations:Build support for a test court case to overturn the legality of Super PACs, which are allowed to raise unlimited amounts of money from corporations, unions, associations and individuals, then spend unlimited sums to overtly advocate for or against political candidates.Experiment with alternative campaign funding mechanisms, such as a voucher program that would give individuals public money that they could pledge to political candidates.Urge Democratic Party leaders to lead by example and outlaw Super PAC participation in Democratic primaries.Episode Notes:Archon Fung is the Winthrop Laflin McCormack Professor of Citizenship and Self-Government and director of the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at the Kennedy School. at the Harvard Kennedy School. His research explores policies, practices, and institutional designs that deepen the quality of democratic governance. He focuses upon public participation, deliberation, and transparency. His books include “Full Disclosure: The Perils and Promise of Transparency” (Cambridge University Press, with Mary Graham and David Weil) and “Empowered Participation: Reinventing Urban Democracy” (Princeton University Press). He has authored five books, four edited collections, and over fifty articles appearing in professional journals. He holds two S.B.s — in philosophy and physics — and a Ph.D. in political science from MIT.Lawrence Lessig is the Roy L. Furman Professor of Law and Leadership at Harvard Law School. Prior to returning to Harvard, he taught at Stanford Law School, where he founded the Center for Internet and Society, and at the University of Chicago. He clerked for Judge Richard Posner on the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals and Justice Antonin Scalia on the United States Supreme Court. Lessig is the founder of Equal Citizens and a founding board member of Creative Commons, and serves on the Scientific Board of AXA Research Fund. A member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the American Philosophical Society, he was once cited by The New Yorker as “the most important thinker on intellectual property in the Internet era,” Lessig has turned his focus from law and technology to institutional corruption and the corrupting influence of money on democracy, which led to his entering the 2016 Democratic primary for president. He has written 11 books, including “They Don't Represent Us: Reclaiming Our Democracy” in 2019. He holds a BA in economics and a BS in management from the University of Pennsylvania, an MA in philosophy from Cambridge University, and a JD from Yale.Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lillian Wainaina.Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King and the OCPA Design Team. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner of the OCPA Digital Team. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill of the OCPA Editorial Team.  

Blow off valves and wastegates are fairly simple in their operation, but correctly sizing and fitting them requires a lot of careful consideration if you want to get the most out of your turbocharged engine.This week, Gregg Jones of TiAL Sport — someone who's been in the turbocharging game since the mid-eighties — is here to get us up to speed on these simple yet crucial components.Use TIAL50 to get $50 off HPA's EFI Fundamentals course: https://hpcdmy.co/efifundbGregg started his career in performance cars in the dark ages of turbo technology. It was the mid-eighties, and there weren't a whole lot of good options around for the aftermarket boost industry — but working with rudimentary laggy turbos and cast-iron wastegates got Gregg thinking that he could create something much better — so he did. TiAL Sport was formed in 1993 and the company quickly blossomed as turbocharged European and Japanese imports began to filter into the mainstream. In this conversation, Gregg talks us through those early days, touching on how much room for improvement he saw and how his company was able to step up the game year after year. Gregg discusses how his products are designed, tested, and made — as well as where he sees the industry going in the future.We then move into the tech-focused section of the episode, where Gregg drops knowledge on all things turbocharging — especially when it comes to speccing, fitting, and getting the most out of blow off valves and external wastegates. There are some real nuggets of gold to be found in this conversation, and anyone who wants to better understand boosted engine applications is going to be better off for listening to it. Follow Gregg here:IG: @tialsport, @xonarotorFB: TiAL SportWWW: tialsport.com, xonarotor.comDon't forget, you can use TIAL50 to get $50 off HPA's EFI Fundamentals course: https://hpcdmy.co/efifundbTimestamps:0:00 UNTAPPED Potential? BOVs and Wastegates Decoded3:14 How did you form an interest in the automotive industry?8:10 Move to Florida and exposure to turbocharged vehicles10:24 Early cast iron HKS wastegate15:34 Why did it take so long for V bands to become the standard?17:23 What materials did you move to instead of cast iron?19:12 How have we overcome turbine back pressure?21:39 What was the design process for these wastegates?29:21 What are the challenges in designing a wastegate?34:13 What is the actual benefit to a blow off valve?40:52 Where's the best place to put your blowoff valve?48:13 How do blow off valves work with MAF sensors?52:32 Do we need to tune the blow off valve for the application?54:30 Do you have a size guide for blow off valves?56:17 How do we choose the right wastegate?1:01:46 What's the best way to mount a wastegate?1:04:36 Wastegate springs explained1:11:56 Is there still room to improve wastegates and blow off valves?1:16:05 How did you start working with Robert Young and Xona Rota?1:21:59 What's next for turbo technology?

Send us a textExporting Cars, Exploring Abandoned Japan, and Donki Boys? All this sounds really awesome right? This week we have Australian Nick Tosaki on the show to give you tips on finding cars in Japan, as well as what its like to be a foreigner working in Japan. What is a Yankee in JP terms? What about a donki boy? We learned a lot on this episode and we hope you will too!Socials - @RHDGUYS - @Nippon.nickMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant Cheap Nissan Parts?Use code: RHDGUYShttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Send us a textEver seen those SUPER rare parts on EBay? Always wondered why they would be shipping from Amsterdam? Meet Stefan Jerin, the OG parts guy who has stashed away more ultra rare parts than you can imagine. From JGTC R33 GTR Race car mirrors, to TOM's track jackets. Nissan, Mazda, Subaru, Toyota he has it all. Listen along and find out how Jerin acquired these parts, and what he plans next! Socials @RHDGUYS - @S_JERINMerch http://RHDGUYS.COMJerins Website http://SJERIN.COMLooking for Nissan parts? Use code RHDGUYS at https://nizmopartsplug.com/

Send us a textR32 EV, HKS ZERO-R, CHRNCLS x Exceed, Niseko, Okinawa, This trip was amazing! We discuss Tokyo Auto Salon and what was different this year compared to last, Seeing the Tokyo Drift Veilside fortune NSX, Visiting Okinawa and Hokkiado. We ate local cuisine, spent time with TommyFyeah, put 2,000KM on our R34 GTR and more!Listen along to get inspiration for your own Japan trip!Got questions?RHDGUYS@GMAIL.COMSocials - @RHDGUYS - @BLUNTGARAGEMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COM

Send us a textAre the S-Chassis still drift kings? Did Nissan make a convertible? Was the SR20 always the same HP?Aaron loves S-Chassis. They helped elevate his love of Japanese cars so long ago. Listen along and find out the history, and potential future of these cars. S13, S14, S15 are some of the most iconic drift cars. How did they even become that way? What the hell is a sileighty? Socials @RHDGUYSMerch + Old episdodes - http://RHDGUYS.COM

Send us a textEver heard of Ken Hayashi? How about JDM Masters youtube channel? Or @CaptBradford on IG? This week Ken enlightens us on his past, the difference between Japanese and American car enthusiasts, and his insight on the Nissan/Honda merger and what they need to do to beat out Toyota? Listen along and learn from the wealth of knowledge that is Ken Hayashi!Socials - @RHDGUYS - @CAPTBRADFORDMerch & Old Episodes - http://RHDGUYS.COMDavid C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMBI discuss buying, selling, financing and managing small and medium sized businesses...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Jeremy Weinstein became the newest dean in the 88-year history of the Harvard Kennedy School this past June, arriving from Stanford University, where he was an award-winning scholar and the founding faculty director of the Stanford Impact Labs. The pursuit of deep scholarly curiosity and roll-up-your-sleeves impact has been a theme in his life and career, as well as an approach he intends to accelerate schoolwide at HKS under his leadership. Growing up, Weinstein experienced a family run-in with government policy gone horribly wrong—one that could have inspired a deep cynicism about the role of government in people's lives. He found inspiration instead and embarked on a career that has encompassed field research on the ground in post-conflict countries including Uganda, Mozambique, and Peru; wide-ranging scholarship in areas including political violence, the political economy of development, migration, and technology's proper role in society; government service at the National Security Council and as Deputy Ambassador to the United Nations during the Obama administration. He has also been an academic leader who has led major initiatives including the Stanford Impact Labs and the Immigration Policy Lab. His new job marks a return to HKS, where he earned both his master's and PhD in political economy and government. He joins PolicyCast host Ralph Ranalli to talk about his life experiences, how they shaped him as a scholar and leader, and what he believes the role of the Kennedy School should be in challenging times for academia, the United States, and the world.Policy Recommendations:Jeremy Weinstein's recommendations for restoring trust in public institutions, expertise, and scholarship:Reclaim the civic purpose of higher education and prioritize its role in serving democratic institutions and solving societal problems.Reconnect to the real-world problems people are experiencing and ensure that the questions being asked and answered by scholars and researchers are ones that can help public institutions make progress.Leverage expertise and use science and innovation to tackle pressing challenges including economic insecurity, housing insecurity, food access, access to health care, and geographic disparities in economic development.Realign incentives and allocate resources to position higher education institutions as active problem-solving partners, particularly at the state and local level where governors, mayors, and county leaders design policies that directly impact people's daily lives.Demonstrate the value of science, expertise, and policy innovation by producing results people can see and benefit from, and emphasize their value in ensuring that government dollars at all levels are spent efficiently.Episode Notes:Jeremy Weinstein is Dean and Don K. Price Professor of Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School. He is an award-winning researcher and teacher with expertise on civil wars and political violence; ethnic politics; the political economy of development; democracy and accountability; and migration. Before coming to Harvard, he was the Kleinheinz Professor of International Studies at Stanford University, where he led major initiatives, including Stanford Impact Labs and the Immigration Policy Lab, which catalyzed partnerships between researchers and practitioners with the goal of generating innovative policies, programs, and interventions to meaningfully address important social problems.Weinstein has also held senior roles in the U.S. government at the White House and State Department, most recently as Deputy to the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations during President Obama's second term. As Deputy, Weinstein was a standing member of the National Security Council Deputies' Committee—the subcabinet policy committee with primary responsibility for advising the National Security Council, the Cabinet, and the President on foreign policy issues. Before becoming Deputy, he served as Chief of Staff at the U.S. Mission to the United Nations. During President Obama's first term, he served as Director for Development and Democracy on the National Security Council staff at the White House. Weinstein is the author of “Inside Rebellion: The Politics of Insurgent Violence,” co-author of “Coethnicity: Diversity and the Dilemmas of Collective Action,” and co-editor of “Crime, Insecurity, and Community Policing.” For his research, Weinstein received the International Studies Association's Karl Deutsch Award, given annually to the scholar under 40 who has made the most significant contribution to the study of international relations. In recent years, he has also written on issues at the intersection of technology and democracy, including in a co-authored book “System Error: Where Big Tech Went Wrong and How We Can Reboot.”He earned a BA from Swarthmore College and an MA and PhD in political economy and government from Harvard University.Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host and producer of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds a BA in Political Science from UCLA and an MS in Journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina. Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King and the OCPA Design Team. Social media promotion and support is provided by Natalie Montaner and the OCPA Digital Team. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney, Robert O'Neill, and the OCPA Editorial Team.