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The Kansas Department of Transportation created the Cost Share Program in 2019 to help fund transportation projects in local communities. In Fall 2019, KDOT awarded $1.19 million in Cost Share Project funds to the City of Great Bend to reconstruct the historic dragstrip and shutdown area (this includes both the track and the portion of the racetrack after the finish line where cars slow down). The dragstrip project was completed in May 2021, but within a couple months, stakeholders raised concerns with the quality of the track such as "high spots" and later reported chipping and flaking of the track's surface. As a result of the dragstrip's quality issues, the track was closed for the 2023 racing season and it has not been reopened since. Under the Cost Share program contract, the city had the responsibility of overseeing the dragstrip project. KDOT was authorized to enforce penalties if the city didn't use the project as it was intended by contract. KDOT was authorized to recapture up to 90% of the Cost Share project funds based on the track closure in 2023, but they did not enforce this penalty. KDOT officials told us this was because they wanted the city to get the dragstrip back into racing condition, and they were satisfied with the city's efforts to do so. KDOT officials told us that moving forward, they would consider enforcing the claw-back penalty if Great Bend didn't get the dragstrip reconstructed in a reasonable time, but KDOT didn't set a specific timeframe for this possibility. 

On this episode I'm joined by Taylor Renee Aldridge. Taylor Renee Aldridge is a writer and curator based in Detroit, Michigan. In 2014, with writer Jessica Lynne, she co-founded ARTS.BLACK, an online journal of art criticism from Black perspectives. In Fall 2024, she assumed the role of Executive Director at the Modern Ancient Brown Foundation. In the episode we discuss her return to her native Detroit, the importance of ancestral practice, why there's a lack of art criticism today, and what she's excited about for the future. Taylor has edited and contributed to numerous exhibition catalogs, including Enunciated Life (CAAM, 2021) and Mario Moore | Enshrined: Presence + Preservation (Charles H. Wright Museum, 2021).  Her writing has appeared in Artforum, The Art Newspaper, Art21, ARTNews, CanadianArt, Contemporary&, Detroit Metro Times and SFMOMA's Open Space. She has organized exhibitions with the California African American Museum (CAAM), Detroit Institute of Arts, and Cranbrook Art Museum, including the critically acclaimed Simone Leigh (2024, CAAM & LACMA). Taylor is the recipient of the 2016 Creative Capital | Andy Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant for Short Form Writing and the 2019 Rabkin Foundation Award for Art Journalism. She holds an MLA from Harvard University with a concentration in Museum Studies and a BA from Howard University with a concentration in Art History.

Daniel Power of PowerHouse Books and Yolanda Cuomo of Yolanda Cuomo Design join me for my 200th episode to talk about their famed collaborations including their latest, Larry Fink: Hands On / A Passionate Life of Looking (PowerHouse). This was a really fun and enlightening episode. It is filled with great history and great humor from two incredibly influential figures in photography who also happen to be two great friends. Daniel and Yo talk about their own histories and achievements as well as the love and dedication that went into this last book they worked on with Larry Fink before he passed. https://powerhousebooks.com ||| https://yocuomo.com This podcast is sponsored by the Charcoal Book Club Begin Building your dream photobook library today at https://charcoalbookclub.com Founder and Publisher Daniel Power started powerHouse Books in 1995, and was joined by Craig Cohen in 1996. The early years had Power and Cohen tag-teaming on a few books at a time, raising the bar each season when, in 1998, powerHouse Books had its first best-seller, Women Before 10 A.M. by Véronique Vial. Power and Cohen followed up that success in 1999 with the critically-acclaimed cult monographs X-Ray, by François Nars, and Life is Paradise, by Francesco Clemente and Vincent Katz. In Fall 2006, powerHouse Books launched The POWERHOUSE Arena, a laboratory for creative thought: exhibitions, installations, presentations, displays, viewings, performances, readings, and retail therapy—all drawing upon photography and popular culture as sources of inspiration. Located at 28 Adams Street in the DUMBO section of Brooklyn, the 10,200–square foot marquis showroom and retail space is unlike any other in New York City, featuring a soaring 24-foot ceiling on the 5,000–square foot ground floor, and an equally impressive 5,000–square foot mezzanine, with over 175 feet of glass frontage, designed by esteemed architect David Howell Design. Attached by a central staircase is the Arena Skylounge, a 560 square-foot, mezzanine-level, multifunctional gallery, VIP lounge, and green room. These stunning spaces have hosted a series of landmark exhibitions and events, and are now available for private hire. Yolanda Cuomo is an experienced art director and avid educator. As Principal of Yolanda Cuomo Design, she provides the creative vision, direction, and passion behind all of the Studio's work. Cuomo and her team work collaboratively with their clients, which include leading publishers, museums, authors, editors, artists, and photographers, to develop memorable and meaningful cultural and commercial projects. Cuomo's recent projects include the design of two books with photographer Pete Souza OBAMA, An Intimate Portrait and SHADE, A Tale of Two Presidents, a seven hundred page book entitled An Anthology about Paolo Pellegrin curated by Germano Celant that accompanied an exhibition at the Maxxi Museum in Rome, Italy, a book about Bob Dylan called DYLAN BY SCHATZBERG and the book A Life In Pictures: Steve McCurry. Throughout 2013, Cuomo edited and designed a two-volume nine-hundred-page limited-edition box set, The Library of Julio Santo Domingo, which also included a special-edition iPad and private app celebrating this collection. In fall 2012, Cuomo co-authored with Norma Stevens the book New York at Night, a collection of photographs published by PowerHouse Books. In 2011, Cuomo's studio designed the enormously successful Diane Arbus retrospective which was organized by the Jeu de Paume in Paris, and traveled internationally.

In Fall 215 des Shūmon Kattōshū ist Chōsha in den Anblick des Mondes vertieft, der im Zen als Metapher für den erwachten Geist verwendet wird. Obwohl jeder ohne Ausnahme die Buddha-Natur besitzt, sind wir unfähig diese zu gebrauchen, sagt Kyōzan im Koan dazu. Meist hoffen wir dabei auf die Unterstützung unserer Lehrer oder suchen nach Hinweisen in Büchern. Denn zunächst meinen wir, es gebe da irgendetwas zu erlangen. In der Regel bedarf einer langen und intensiven Zeit der Übung, bis wir erkennen, dass Nicht-Erreichen das eigentliche Erreichen ist. Erst, wenn uns das bewusst ist, hören wir auf, mit unserem Kopf nach unserem Kopf zu suchen. Alles ist da und trotzdem sind wir unterwegs. Unser Körper und Geist unterscheiden sich nicht von dem des Buddha. Was wir ein Selbst nennen, hat seinem Wesen nach kein Selbst in dem Sinne, in dem gewöhnliche Menschen denken, dass es ein Selbst gebe, heißt es im Diamant-Sutra. Niemand ist ein gewöhnlicher Mensch. Und darum können wir jeden einen gewöhnlichen Menschen nennen. Wir alle bestehen aus den Elementen, die uns umgeben. Das Reine besteht aus dem Unreinen. Der Buddha aus Nicht-Buddha. Thích Nhất Hạnh nennt das organische Liebe und fordert uns auf, darauf basierend die Probleme der Welt zu betrachten und Frieden zu schließen. Um für junge Erwachsene den Aufenthalt im ToGenJi zu ermöglichen, bitten wir um eine Spende: Sie finden die Kontodaten/Paypal auf unserer Website https://choka-sangha.de/spenden/ Herzlichen Dank

This episode explores the significance of intergenerational learning and social/racial justice within the sexual health field. We had the joy of interviewing Mariotta Gary-Smith about her experiences of mentorship from Black women/femme elders that also inspired the trajectory of her career as a social justice actionable agitator. Mariotta Gary-Smith (she/her/Queen [reserved]) is a 3rd generation social justice agitator & Oregonian. Her family history of civil rights seeded her interest in social justice - she found human sexuality on her own. After high school, Mariotta earned degrees from Agnes Scott College and the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University. In Fall 2008, she was one of five nationally selected Fellowship Scholars for the Inaugural Class at the Center of Excellence for Sexual Health (CESH) housed at the Morehouse School of Medicine. In 2009, Mariotta co-founded the Women of Color Sexual Health Network (WoCSHN; pronounced ‘wok-shyn') – an online-based, collective organization for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) women/femme-identifying/gender-expansive sexuality professionals. In 2012, Mariotta joined with 6 other Oregon-based BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color/of the Global Majority) women and femmes that formed the Founding Advisory Committee of the We Are BRAVE! Project, a cohort policy project housed at Western States Center (Portland, OR.) This collective was a foundational part of the local political movement that resulted in Oregon passing the Reproductive Health Equity Act (RHEA) in 2017 – the singular most progressive reproductive health law in the United States to date. With a well-respected reputation for thoughtful, challenging and honest learning experiences centering racial justice, equity, sexuality and social critique, Mariotta continues to offer strategic thought partnership & collaborative consultation with various organizations about racial justice in sexuality education and the Sexuality profession. With over 20 years of experience, Mariotta remains committed to holding space that supports clear & accountable learning on the intersections of social justice, sexual health, equity and “actionable agitation.” She's fully invested in her ‘passion work' – focusing on Black folks and Black sexuality and moving their experience from the margins to the center. You can read Mariotta's contribution about cultivating a liberatory care practice to the Sexuality Social Justice open access resource here. If you want to catch up on other shows, just visit our website and please subscribe! We love our listeners and welcome your feedback, so if you love Our Better Half, please give us a 5-star rating and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. It really helps support our show! As always, thanks for listening!

Looking for unique travel ideas in France? In Fall in France Beyond Paris, host Annie Sargent chats with guest Steve Weaver about an unforgettable trip to the Aveyron region. Steve, a traveler from California, shares his experiences exploring this stunning and less-touristy area of France. If you've already visited Paris or want to venture off the beaten path, this episode is for you. Get the podcast ad-free Steve describes staying at a beautifully restored 16th-century Château in Balsac, complete with breathtaking countryside views, friendly goats, and even a hot tub for stargazing. He raves about the peaceful walks through the Aveyron landscape, where ancient stone buildings and vibrant vineyards create postcard-perfect scenes. Wine lovers will enjoy hearing about his impromptu wine tastings in Clairvaux, where he met winemakers eager to share their craft. The conversation also highlights iconic spots like the Millau Viaduct, the world's tallest bridge, and La Couvertoirade, a medieval Templar village that feels frozen in time. Steve's journey includes dining at the Michelin-starred Émilie et Thomas near Conques, exploring Rodez's modern stained-glass cathedral, and rediscovering the charm of Paris without the pressure to check off famous landmarks. Join Annie and Steve for practical tips, engaging stories, and plenty of inspiration for your next French adventure. Whether you're dreaming of sipping wine in a quiet village, marveling at modern engineering, or strolling through quaint towns, this episode will spark your wanderlust. Listen now and discover why fall in France is a season like no other. Table of Contents for this Episode Introduction and Overview Today on the podcast Podcast supporters No Magazine Segment Exploring the Aveyron Countryside Refurbishing a Chateaux Wine Tasting Adventures in Clairvaux Dining and Stargazing in Rural France  Driving over the Millau Viaduc  Dinner at Émilie et Thomas Exploring the Quaint Village of Conques A Memorable Lunch in Toulouse Discovering Paris with VoiceMap Tours Elyse's Tour – The Glory of Occitania, Toulouse Paris Without the Famous Sights Toulouse Staying in Toulouse and Paris Travel Tips and Reflections Anything Not Enjoyed? Copyright More episodes about going off the beaten track in France  

In this episode of Higher Ed Now, the second of two conversations devoted to core texts, ACTA's Academic Affairs Fellow Veronica Bryant speaks in Spanish with Clemente Cox, classics and philosophy scholar and the Academic Director of the Center of General Studies at the Universidad de los Andes. Their conversation includes the differences between Anglo-Saxon and Hispanic higher education, core curricula, the “barbarism of specialism,” what we mean when we talk about Great Books, the humanities' special relevance today, and the Hispanic Canon study abroad program that Clemente Cox will co-lead with Maria Jose Gomez in summer 2025. Clemente Cox holds a MA in Philosophy, with a concentration in Classical Languages, from the Universidad de los Andes, Chile. He received both his BA in Philosophy and his BA in Literature from the same university. He currently serves as academic director of the Center for General Studies at the Universidad de los Andes, Chile. In addition to coordinating the general education program, he teaches courses in anthropology, ethics and core texts in literature. His research focuses on the intersections between ancient literature and the practical philosophy of figures such as Aristotle, Plato and Xenophon. He is also interested in the tradition of rhetorical education and its potential uses in contemporary educational contexts. In Fall 2024, he will start studying for a Ph.D. in Philosophy at the University of Dallas. 

In this episode: Listen to conversation between your host Vivienne Aerts and Australian drummer Jodie Michael, as they talk about the Berklee Global Jazz Institue, Arabic music, gender equality and community About Jodie Michael Jodie Michael started her music career in high school, she attended the Wollongong Conservatorium Of Music (WCOM) until 2007, where she was able to gain valuable experience playing in different ensembles including a big band. Jodie Michael is an accomplished drummer and student of music. She has had the privilege of playing with the following world-class Australian musicians: James Muller, James Morrison, Dale Barlow, Bobby Gebert, Katie Noonan, Carl Dewhurst, Craig Scott, Sandy Evans, Matt McMahon, Mimi Jones (USA), Camille Thurman (USA), Ingrid Jensen, Will Vinson (USA) and more. Jodie has obtained a Bachelor of Music (Jazz Perf.) from the Sydney Conservatorium Of Music. In 2011, she traveled to New York, to study with world-class international drummers, including Michael Carvin. Jodie was the recipient of the 2013 Jann Rutherford Memorial Award. The Award is named in honour of the late jazz pianist Jann Rutherford.Jodie continues to further her career in Australia and overseas, predominantly in New York, where she has stayed for stints of varying lengths, in 2013, 2014 and 2017 to accumulate performance experience and continue her study and with Carvin, as well as, Greg Hutchinson, Billy Hart and Bernard Purdie. In Fall 2018, Jodie was accepted into Berklee College of Music's Global Jazz Masters program, class of 2019, mentored by Danilo Pérez and Marco Pignataro. In October 2018, with Perez and a group selected from the Global Jazz Institute, she was invited to partake in a tour of New Orleans, and later on, during stints at the 2019 Panama Jazz Festival and as part of the inaugural collaborative GAIA ensemble in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, March 2019. Jodie moved to New York City from Boston in September 2019, continuing to work as an active improvising musician, bandleader and educator before returning to Sydney, Australia in March 2020 (where she currently resides). ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ About ViviTalks - Interviews with the Women Behind Typuhthâng. Introducing ViviTalks, a podcast hosted by Dutch New York-based musician Vivienne Aerts. Join us as we celebrate 100 talented female musicians from Vivienne's latest album "Typuhthâng," with a mission to empower female cacao farmers in the Virunga State Park of Congo and contribute to rainforest restoration. We delve into the musical journeys, creative processes, and unique perspectives of these talented women, seeking to bring greater balance to the music industry. It's a safe space for honest and authentic conversations with artists and trailblazers. Let's amplify the voices of remarkable women in music and stay tuned for inspiring stories and meaningful dialogues on ViviTalks. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Stream⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ the Album or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy it on Bandcamp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get the chocolate! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More about Vivienne here.

Starting her role at the food bank just days before the onset of the pandemic, Stacey leveraged her 12-year career at Nordstrom Inc. as a buyer and financial manager to lead with agility and expertise. She is a dynamic leader passionate about customer experience, health equity, and community vitality. By integrating technology and human-centered innovation, Stacey, alongside her exceptional board of directors, spearheaded a project called The Market, which reimagines food security. This initiative offers the dignity of choice through curated locally grown foods and fresh ingredients. In Fall 2022, her organization introduced a revolutionary refrigerated smart locker distribution model, creating a network of support hubs for food and resources throughout Pierce County. Stacey's ultimate vision is to ensure the organization's sustainability by fostering local food production and supporting local food producers. Join us as we discuss: Key to innovating solutions to old problems Value of a human centered approach Rebranding- when, why and how?Learn more by visiting Goodroots.org

You can now text us anonymously to leave feedback, suggest future content or simply hurl abuse at us. We'll read out any texts we receive on the show. Click here to try it out!Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're scaling cinematic heights as we countdown the Top 5 Tall Things in movies. Whether these towering elements serve as stunning backdrops or pivotal plot points, they definitely leave a lasting impression. Later, we'll take a closer look at the thriller Fall, and the whimsical Dizzy Heights Hotel.Top 5 Tall Things in Movies:The Burj Khalifa in "Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol" (2011) - Tom Cruise's daring stunt on the world's tallest building not only serves as a thrilling sequence but also highlights the iconic structure's staggering height and architectural marvel.The Empire State Building in "King Kong" (1933 and 2005 versions) - This iconic skyscraper plays a crucial role in the climax of both films, as it becomes the final stand for the giant ape, symbolizing the intersection of man-made wonders and natural forces.The Wall in "Game of Thrones" (TV Series) - Stretching over 700 feet tall and made of ice, the Wall is one of the most formidable barriers in cinematic and television history, representing both a physical and psychological divide.The Dark Tower in "The Dark Tower" (2017) - As the nexus of the universe, the Tower's immense height and significance in the plot symbolize the monumental stakes involved in protecting or destroying it.The Titanic's Stern in "Titanic" (1997) - The dramatic scene of the Titanic's stern rising high into the air before sinking emphasizes the massive scale of the disaster, making it one of the most memorable tall elements in film history. In Fall, the height isn't just a background element; it's central to the film's tension and terror. The movie revolves around two friends trapped at the top of a 2,000 feet tall radio tower, making for a gripping survival story that uses the extreme height to amplify the psychological and physical stakes.Switching to a lighter note, Dizzy Heights Hotel takes us into a fantastical high-rise hotel where each floor hosts whimsical adventures and quirky characters. This animated treat not only entertains but also creatively uses its vertical setting to weave together various storylines and humorous escapades.Whether you have a head for heights or prefer to admire them from the safety of your seat, today's episode promises a thrilling exploration of some of cinema's tallest and most memorable elements. Join us as we climb to dizzying heights in film, discussing everything from architectural marvels to towering natural barriers.

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Herwitz, the visionary director of Broadway's JOB. Join us as we delve into Michael's fascinating journey from child actor to director, uncover the creative process behind the success of JOB, and explore the themes that resonate with audiences across generations. Michael shares insights on the role of lighting and staging, the challenges of directing a two-person scene, and the open-ended interpretation of the play's conclusion. Discover how JOB bridges generational divides and engages audiences in meaningful conversations.  Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on JOB on our podcast cover post on Instagram. MICHAEL HERWITZ is a director, producer, and dramaturg in New York City. He is often found huddled around a new script in development or dreaming up a revival of a favorite musical. His directing work collides fantasy with the mundane, and is often representative of queer and/or Jewish communities. He creates where generosity of spirt and pursuit of excellence go hand-in-hand. Michael is a ferocious advocate for the fourth wall and believes every second act deserves a dream ballet. In Fall 2023, Michael made his directorial Off-Broadway debut with JOB by Max Wolf Friedlich. The twice-extended, sold-out run was a New York Times Critics Pick and hallmarked as "Highbrow and Brilliant" in New York Magazine's Approval Matrix. The commerical transfer at the Connelly Theater in 2024 recouped its investment in five weeks.   Born and raised outside New York City, Michael began his career as a child actor on Broadway. While stage managing his middle school musicals, he developed a deep passion for being behind the scenes. Michael has developed and staged new plays and musicals at HERE, Ensemble Studio Theater, JACK, SoHo Playhouse, Williamstown Theater Festival, IRT Theater, Lifeworld, Martha's Vineyard Playhouse, and the Pasadena Playhouse. As an Assistant, Michael has supported the work of Terry Kinney, Moritz von Stuelpnagel, Leigh Silverman, Jessie Nelson, and Joe Brancato.  In addition to his directing work, Michael has worked as a General Manager and Company Manager Off-Broadway and on tour. He is the Co-Founder of G45 Productions, an artistic collective dedicated to new plays. His education spans Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Art and Performing Arts to Northwestern University to the Williamstown Theatre Festival to watching countless movie musicals as a kid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Fall 55 des Hekiganroku weigert sich Dôgo wieder und wieder seinem Schüler Zengen, die Frage nach Leben und Tod zu beantworten. Erst als Dôgo bereits gestorben ist, erlangt sein Schüler Verwirklichung bei Sekisôs gleich lautender Antwort: »Ich würde es dir nicht sagen.«. Früher oder später geht es uns allen wie Zengen und wir fragen uns, was geschieht, wenn wir sterben. Die einen glauben an ein ewiges Leben, die anderen an Wiedergeburt und wieder andere an Garnichts. Doch kein Konzept und keine Theorie nimmt es uns ab, unsere ureigene Antwort auf diese existenzielle Frage zu finden. Wir müssen das selbst rauskriegen. Im Zen wird vom Sterben auf dem Kissen gesprochen. Gemeint ist damit der psychologische Tod unserer Konzepte und Vorstellungen, indem wir im Laufe der Übung lernen, zunehmend im Hier und Jetzt zu bleiben. Dabei verliert die Frage nach Leben und Tod an Bedeutung, bis sie schließlich irgendwann verblasst. Dann geht das große Leben über Leben und Sterben hinaus. Aber auch diese beglückende Erfahrung lässt sich nicht verschenken, so sehr wir das auch möchten. Um für junge Erwachsene den Aufenthalt im ToGenJi zu ermöglichen, bitten wir um eine Spende: Sie finden die Kontodaten/Paypal auf unserer Website https://choka-sangha.de/spenden/ Herzlichen Dank

In Fall 82 der Koansammlung Shūmon Kattōshū antwortet Fenzhou Wuye, wenn immer ihm eine Frage gestellt wird: »Lass täuschende Gedanken fallen.« Dabei handelt es sich sozusagen um das Ein-Finger-Zen dieses Meisters, der kurz bevor er starb, zu seinen Mönchen sagte: »Eure Natur, die ihr seht, die sieht, hört, wahrnimmt und erkennt, hat das gleiche Alter wie der leere Raum und wird weder geboren noch ausgelöscht. Alle Zustände sind ursprünglich leer und es gibt nichts zu erreichen. Wenn ihr euch immer bewusst seid, dass alle Dinge leer sind, dann gibt es nichts, worin man sich reinhängen könnte. Auf diese Weise nutzen die Buddhas ihren Geist. Bemüht euch immer, dies zu praktizieren.« Ōi Saidan Roshi, der am 26. April 1915 geboren wurde und Christoph Rei Ho Hatlapas Lehrer war, beschrieb den Kernpunkt des Buddhismus und Zen mit den Worten: »Entwickle das Heilsame und läutere deinen Geist.« Wenn wir Zazen konsequent praktizieren, lassen wir täuschende Gedanken fallen und verbinden uns mit der Grenzenlosigkeit. Dadurch lernen wir, angenehme wie unangenehme Erscheinungen unserer Lebenswirklichkeit willkommen zu heißen. Dann nehmen wir den Glanz des Buddha, der still das ganze Universum erleuchtet, wieder wahr und in diesem Augenblick ist das Universum in den zehn Richtungen die eine leuchtende Perle. Um für junge Erwachsene den Aufenthalt im ToGenJi zu ermöglichen, bitten wir um eine Spende: Sie finden die Kontodaten/Paypal auf unserer Website https://choka-sangha.de/spenden/ Herzlichen Dank

About: Academy Award nominated, Emmy nominated, and Golden Globe-winning actor, filmmaker, and activist Taraji P. Henson quickly rose to fame after her breakout performance in the critically acclaimed film HUSTLE & FLOW. In 2020, Henson wrapped her iconic run as “Cookie Lyon” in Fox's hit musical drama EMPIRE, which has earned her three Emmy nominations, a Golden Globe Award, a Critics Choice Award, and three BET Awards. Henson can recently be seen on the big screen starring in Blitz Bazawule's THE COLOR PURPLE as Shug Avery. The Warner Bros. film is an adaptation of the Tony-winning Broadway musical, which is itself an adaptation of Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. In Fall 2018, she launched the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation in honor of her late father. The organization provides scholarships to African-American students majoring in mental health, offers mental health services to youth in urban schools, and works to lower the recidivism rates of African-American men and women.

In Fall 2003, 19-year-old Lisa Gurrieri and 20-year-old Brandon Rumbaugh went on an overnight camping trip. The two college students had been dating for a year, and this quick trip was to mark their one-year anniversary. They never returned home and were later found murdered. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murders of Lisa Gurrieri and Brandon Rumbaugh. A broken disposable camera was found near the truck they had driven to Bumble Bee Road. Although damaged, technicians were able to recover some photographs. Instead of shedding light on what happened, the photos made the case more mysterious. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Fall 2023, philosopher and author Nina Power and cultural critic and polymath Carl Benjamin joined Peter for a Spectrum Street Epistemology exercise in Hampstead Heath, London. They explored controversial claims about a variety of socio-political and cultural topics. Nina and Carl have been on Peter's channel before, but this is their first Spectrum Street Epistemology episode. Peter's interview with Nina Power / Carl Benjamin Nina received a Ph.D. in philosophy from Middlesex University and an MA and BA in philosophy from the University of Warwick. She was a senior lecturer in philosophy at Roehampton University and has taught at various British universities. She is a fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and a member of the British Philosophical Association. She co-hosts the podcast The Lack with Helen Rollins and Benjamin Studebaker. Carl Benjamin, AKA "Sargon of Akkad," is best described as a free-speech activist, staunch critic of identity politics, and champion of English Liberalism. When YouTube and Google shadowbanned his channel in 2019 for wrongthink, Carl continued creating content on Akkad Daily. In November 2020, he launched a new media venture: Lotuseaters.com.Watch this episode on YouTube.

In Fall 2022 the Montgomery County Board of Education (MCBOE) revised its literature/ language arts curriculum for Pre-K to eighth grade to include new books centered around LGBTQIA+ issues, including pride parades, gender transitioning, same-sex marriage, and pronoun preferences. Although this concerned some parents, initially parents were notified when the books were being read and could opt their children out of those lessons. However, in March 2023 the MCBOE issued a statement alerting parents that they would no longer be notified when these books were being taught and requests to opt-out would not be honored. In light of this new statement, a coalition of parents of elementary school children in Montgomery County from a variety of faiths, including Islam, Catholicism, and Orthodox Christianity, brought suit in the U.S. District Court for Maryland. They argued that the MCBOE's refusal to alert parents when potentially objectional books on sex education & related topics were being taught and to deny them the option to opt their children out of such education was violative of their free-speech, free-exercise, and substantive-due-process rights under the U.S. Constitution and under Maryland law. The parents sought a preliminary injunction against the MCBOE. The U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland heard oral argument on August 9, 2023. Soon after it ruled against the parents, who appealed to the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. Oral argument at the 4th Circuit is set to occur on December 5. Please join us for a Litigation Update on Mahmoud v. McKnight with Eric Baxter, who is VP & Senior Counsel at Becket and is representing the plaintiffs in this case, as he gives a breakdown of this important case concerning religious liberty, free speech, education policy, and parental rights.Featuring: Eric Baxter, Vice President & Senior Counsel, The Becket Fund For Religious Liberty(Moderator) Emilie Kao, Senior Counsel, Vice President of Advocacy Strategy, Alliance Defending Freedom

This September 11, 2023, I had the honor of holding space for an intimate conversation with civil rights leader, lawyer, award-winning filmmaker, educator, and best-selling author of the book SEE NO STRANGER, Valarie Kaur. The fact that we were recording on September 11th was meaningful, because the tragic event that had taken place 22 years ago shaped Valarie in profound ways and set her on a path that she never expected. Valarie became an activist after a man of the same Sikh faith, a father and family friend she called uncle, Balbir Singh Sodhi, was the first person murdered in hate violence in the aftermath of 9/11. For two decades in his memory, Valarie led visionary campaigns to tell untold stories and change policy on issues ranging from hate crimes to solitary confinement to digital freedom. Along the way, she earned degrees at Stanford University, Harvard Divinity School, and Yale Law School. Today, Valarie is the mother of two children and as you'll hear her share, the experience of becoming a mother inspired her to birth the Revolutionary Love Project, which supports communities with practical tools to transform the nation from inside out. Revolutionary love, Valarie says, “is the choice to labor for others, for opponents, and for ourselves. Love is sweet labor — fierce, bloody, imperfect, life-giving, a choice we make. And it begins with wonder. You can look at anyone and say: You are a part of me I don't yet know. From there, we begin to transform the world around us, and inside us.” There is a lightness and hopefulness in the tone of our conversation that we wouldn't have in the same way if we recorded the conversation today. I'm grateful for it. Valarie thanked me at the end for giving her the deepest breath she had in a long time. During a time in our country and world, where so many seem to be disconnected from a sense of our common humanity and divisions between us are widening, I hope this conversation is a deep breath for you. Because as Valarie says as she evokes the metaphor of a midwife in her famous Watch Night speech, linked in the show notes, we must first breathe and then we push. The mother asks "what if this darkness we face is not the darkness of the tomb, but the darkness of the womb?" Today we breathe and tomorrow we will labor in revolutionary love.    About Valarie Kaur: VALARIE KAUR is a renowned civil rights leader, lawyer, award-winning filmmaker, educator, innovator, author of the #1 LA Times Bestseller SEE NO STRANGER, and founder of the Revolutionary Love Project. Valarie burst into global consciousness when her 2016 Watch Night Service address went viral with 40 million views worldwide. Her question “Is this the darkness of the tomb – or the darkness of the womb?” reframes the historical moment and is now a mantra for people fighting for change. Valarie became an activist when a Sikh father and family friend Balbir Singh Sodhi was the first person murdered in hate violence in the aftermath of 9/11. For two decades, in his memory, Valarie led visionary campaigns to tell untold stories and change policy on issues ranging from hate crimes to digital freedom. Her work ignited a national movement to reclaim love as a force for justice. In 2021, she led the People's Inauguration, inspiring millions of Americans to renew their role in building a healthy, multiracial democracy. Today, the Revolutionary Love Project is seeding networked communities of practice across the country, equipping people with the practical tools to build beloved community and transform the nation from inside out. In the last two decades, Valarie has won policy change on multiple fronts – hate crimes, racial profiling, immigration detention, solitary confinement, Internet freedom, and more. She founded Groundswell Movement, Faithful Internet, and the Yale Visual Law Project to equip advocates at the intersection of spirituality, storytelling, and justice. Valarie has been a regular TV commentator on MSNBC and contributor to CNN, NPR, PBS, the Hill, Huffington Post, and the Washington Post. She is a celebrated prophetic voice and has spoken widely, including at President Biden's Inaugural Prayer Service. Valarie earned degrees at Stanford University, Harvard Divinity School, and Yale Law School, and holds several honorary doctorates. In Fall 2022, President Biden honored Valarie at the White House in the first-ever Uniters Ceremony, naming her as one of 16 leaders whose work is healing America. A daughter of Punjabi farmers, Valarie grew up on the farmlands of California, where her family has lived for more than a century. Her grandfather gave her Sikh wisdom through stories and songs that showed the way of the sant-sipahi, sage-warrior. The sage loves; the warrior fights — it is a path of revolutionary love.   Connect with Valarie: Website | valariekaur.com Facebook | www.facebook.com/valarie.kaur.page Instagram | @valariekaur Resources from Valarie: Revolutionary Love Project Website  See No Stranger: A Memoir and Manifesto of Revolutionary Love Valarie's TED Talk: 3 Lessons of Revolutionary Love in a Time of Rage Valarie's Famous Watch Night Speech: Breathe and Push  The Revolutionary Love Training Course  9/11 20th Anniversary Learning Hub Wise Woman Guided Inquiry    Topics Discussed in this Episode: Valarie's story about the birth of her son, with her mother by her side, and the lessons she learned about motherhood from that experience. Mothering as a verb and how mothering often feels like walking through a ring of fire.  The experiences that set Valarie on a path of activism after 9/11 and the surprising spark moment she learned from her grieving aunt.  How becoming a mother changed Valarie's orientation from activism fighting against hate to activism fighting for revolutionary love. Valarie's experience moving to the Rainforest to reflect on all she learned and write her book See No Stranger.   Revolutionary love as the call of our times. Valarie's epic snapshot moment nursing her daughter while she was at the White House being honored. The quote from Audrey Lorde that reminds Valarie to care for and invest in herself - “We can learn to mother ourselves.”  The Wise Woman ritual Valarie experienced with two of her Sikh friends and the meditation she offers to help you tap into your inner Wise Woman.  The lullaby Valarie wrote and sang for her daughter that will become a children's book, “World of Wonder.”    This Episode's Challenge:  Valarie says that the root of love is wonder and sings us a lullaby she wrote for her daughter about wonder. She encourages us to wonder about our partners, our children, our friendships, and beyond. Wondering about each other is a revolutionary process in a society that wants to shut down our ability to look at one another's faces and say “You are a part of me I don't yet now.” It's so simple but it can change everything and help us birth a better world.    Other Episodes Mentioned in this Conversation:  Good Life Project Podcast Interview of Valarie Kaur  Planting Seeds for Mother's Quest Episode 00     About This Episode's Dedication By Shelly Tygielski: This is the 100th episode of the Mother's Quest Podcast. It feels fitting to mark this occasion with a powerful conversation about Revolutionary Love with renowned civil rights leader Valarie Kaur. Valarie talks about Revolutionary Love as sweet labor and this podcast, since I launched it 7 years ago in 2016, has always been a labor of love. So too has been my form of mission-aligned sponsorship, where rather than seeking corporate sponsors, I invite one mother to dedicate each episode and to make a contribution to support Mother's Quest. In honor of this milestone, I invited Shelly Tygielski, founder of Pandemic of Love, and an Advisory Board Member of Global Empowerment Mission to dedicate. Instead of contributing to Mother's Quest, I made a contribution to the Global Empowerment Mission. I hope you'll join me in celebrating this 100th episode milestone by sharing this important conversation you're about to hear and by making a donation to the Global Empowerment Mission.   Shelly's Dedication: I would like to dedicate this episode of the Mother's Quest podcast to all the mothers of young, innocent children who are caught in the crossfire of war. May these children grow up in a world that is free from hate and injustice. May they be free from suffering. May they have access to opportunities and never be devoid of hopes and dreams. As the founder of Pandemic of Love and an advisory board member of Global Empowerment Mission, we are currently providing aid to Israelis and to Palestinians. When people ask us to choose a side, we say we have. We are on the side of love. Or as Valerie Kaur says it is the best, revolutionary love. So to learn more about how you can support our efforts, please visit globalempowermentmission.org.    Donate here:  https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/israel-hamas-war/ Connect with Shelly Tygielski: Website | shellytygielski.com ; pandemicoflove.com ; partnersinkindproductions.com Instagram | @mindfulskatergirl Mother's Quest is a podcast for moms who are ready to live a truly E.P.I.C. life. Join in for intimate conversations with a diverse group of inspiring mothers as they share how they are living an E.P.I.C. life, Engaging mindfully with their children (E), Passionately and Purposefully making a difference beyond their family (P), Investing in themselves (I), and Connecting to a strong support network (C). As Mother's Quest approaches 100 episodes, we invite you to help us spread the word by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. Help us reach 100 reviews to honor 100 episodes this Season Eight of the Mother's Quest Podcast! You can also support the podcast by making a contribution or joining one of our memberships at our Patron Page on Ko-Fi.com.    Join our community of mothers to light the way and sustain you on your quest at www.facebook.com/groups/mothersquest

Liz Benditt is a 5-time cancer survivor turned “cancer-prenuer”. After muddling through four different cancers (Breast #2/2022, Breast #1/2017, Basel Cell/2015, Thyroid/2010, and Melanoma/2009) she knows a thing or two about what it is like to be a working mom and patient, undergo painful surgeries and treatments, and receive so many well-meaning but useless gifts. (e.g. Kicking Cancer Tote Bags, Breast Warrior t-shirts, worry stones, over-cooked lasagnas…) In Fall of 2020, Liz transitioned from corporate marketing executive to mission-driven entrepreneur by channeling my personal experience into launching TheBalmBox.com. We interviewed over 500 patients and caregivers to curate functional care packages for cancer patients. Liz was featured on NBC, USA Today, Medium, and Yahoo News. She was named a #WomanOfAction by the Susan G. Komen Foundation of KSWMO and was their keynote speaker at their Pink Power Luncheon as well as an award-winning finalist from the Amber Grant Foundation. She's been a featured guest on a long list of podcasts including, Pieces of a Woman, In The Rising, and Love Shack Live (podcast and live radio broadcast). Liz Benditt Vroom Vroom Veer Stories Born in California, moved briefly to the Chicago area went to High School in Pennsylvania; she was already into sports including gymnastics so she joined the varsity cheerleader squad Studied mass communication at Boston College for her undergrad; learned how to communicate be articulate and tell a story Realized she enjoyed the business side of marketing more than the creative side; got her MBA and really focused on using data to drive business and creative decision through testing and surveys Did her Honeymoon in Costa Rica and a very remote resort; after she flew into the country got on a single engine aircraft to fly to the resort Visited Paris twice and stood in line to see the Mona Lisa both times; on the first trip with 6 other 20 something girlfriends one friend said "Let's go see the HO and then get a cocktail" Employee #3 at Bluetooth! Helped to make sure as many companies as possible would support Bluetooth; got to travel all over the world Fall of 2020, transitioned from corporate marketing to mission-driven entrepreneur by channeling my personal experience into TheBalmBox.com. We interviewed over 500 patients and caregivers to curate functional care packages for cancer patients Connections Website

-In Fall camp, Matt Rhule said that the reason Anthony Grant wasn't the starting RB was partly due to the fact that he had fumble problems. Then he fumbled in the first game, and also again vs. Illinois-We know that Jeff Sims has turnover issues, and those don't seem fixable (maybe they are). What about a RB who has fumble problems?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear from Sherri Young, the interim secretary of the West Virginia Department of Human Resources, and incoming secretary for the Department of Health, about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The post COVID-19 In Fall 2023 And Ohio Commission Approves Four Gas Drilling Proposals, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

This series began with a conversation with my client, Jennifer Bartkowski, and we're concluding the same way.Jennifer is the ‘very proud' CEO of Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas. In Fall of 2022 we launched a multi-month, cohort- and practice-based leadership program: Reimagine Girl Scouts Leadership Academy. We've tracked the journey and interviewed subject matter experts in key content areas that we covered.Today we talk about the final results of the program and a few lessons learned. Here are a few highlights:The general structure of the program, including primary topic areasWe share actual survey results in key areas as well as observations and impact they have seen on the team and organization as a whole. There were plenty of unplanned and unexpected positive results for the organization and individual participants during the program, and after.Jennifer provides her insights on how she's seen her staff transform and what's been happening on the inside since the program's inception.We name some key structures we had in place that contributed to the smooth running of the programThe importance of a mutually respectful relationship between client and consultantThe impetus of the program was to develop the skills and attributes needed to accomplish the GSNETX mission and that seems to be happening!We're launching another program with a few adjustments based on what we learnedIf you'd like to get the details discussed in this episode, including what worked and what we learned, and to see key survey results, visit: https://bit.ly/45R34UkTo discuss executive coaching, leadership development program design, and workshop facilitation, please visit: https://rise-leaders.com/contact-info/To subscribe to Rise Words newsletter, visit: https://mailchi.mp/426e78bc9538/subscribeLearn more about Rise Leaders at www.rise-leaders.comConnect with LeeAnn Mallory on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leeannmallory/Follow Rise Leaders on our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/47Wk8doConnect with Jennifer Bartkowsk on Linked Ini: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferbartkowski/Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas: https://www.gsnetx.org/Also mentioned in this episode:Rhonda Williams, Phd: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhondawilliams14/Moira Variames: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moira-variames-14228877/George Floyd: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_FloydDeloitte: https://www2.deloitte.com/CoSpera: https://cosperoconsulting.com/Yield Giving:

For episode 218 of the Metta Hour Podcast, we are continuing the Real Life Series celebrating Sharon's new book by the same name, “Real Life.” This interview features a conversation between Sharon and Valarie Kaur, recorded for the Living An Authentic Life Summit.Valarie Kaur is a renowned civil rights leader, lawyer, award-winning filmmaker, educator, innovator, and best-selling author of “See No Stranger.” In Fall 2022, President Biden honored Valarie at the White House in the first-ever Uniters Ceremony, naming her as one of 16 leaders whose work is healing America. Her work has ignited a national movement to reclaim love as a force for justice.Today, she leads the Revolutionary Love Project to inspire and equip people across America to build community.To learn more about Valarie's work, visit her website at valariekaur.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Two brothers. One Good. One Evil. In exchange for power and immortality, they watch over the Endless Woods and rule the School for Good and Evil. Yet all School Masters must face a test. Theirs is loyalty. But what happens when loyalty is corrupted? When the bonds of blood are broken?Who will survive? Who will die? And what will become of the school and its students?The journey that started a hundred years ago throttles toward its end. This final chapter in the duology that began with the Rise of the School for Good and Evilbrings the tale of the twin School Masters to the brink of war and a shocking conclusion that will change the course of the school forever.- HIGH-STAKES CONCLUSION TO AN EPIC DUOLOGY: Rise of the School for Good and Evil introduced us to School Masters Rhian and Rafal as their rule over the School for Good and Evil was tested, and left readers on a shocking cliff-hanger. In Fall of the School for Good and Evil, we come to the Great War, when brother battles brother, students' loyalties and courage are tested, and the school is changed forever, just in time for the arrival of two best friends named Sophie and Agatha and the new future they bring.- PERFECT BRIDGE FROM NETFLIX MOVIE TO BELOVED SERIES: Rise of the School for Good and Evil and Fall of the School for Good and Evil cast a wide net to draw in movie fans as well as devotees of the series and bring a new generation of readers to the world of the School for Good and Evil. Speak with Soman about his experience having his book made into a movie starring Charlize Theron and Kerry Washington.- SUMMER READING: Every year, Soman visits schools around the world to speak to kids and share his secret: that reading is the path to a better life. Soman can give summer reading tips and recommendations to kids and parents!Soman Chainani's debut series, THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL, has sold more than 3.5 million copies, been translated into 32 languages across six continents, and has been adapted into a major motion picture from Netflix that debuted at #1 in over 80 countries. His book of retold fairytales, BEASTS & BEAUTY, also debuted on the New York Times Bestseller List, his seventh book in a row to do so, and is slated to be a limited television series from Sony 3000, with Soman writing and executive producing. Together, his books have been on the New York Times Bestseller List for 44 weeks.

Nicolas is Associate Professor of Philosophy and Environmental Studies at the New College of Florida. In Fall 2023, he will join the College of Charleston as Assistant Professor of Philosophy. In Sentientist Conversations we talk about the two most important questions: “what's real?” & “who matters?” Sentientism is "evidence, reason & compassion for all sentient beings." The video of our conversation is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We discuss: 00:00 Welcome 01:55 Nico's Intro - Philosophy PhD in France (the moral status of animals - a #relational theory) - PostDoc @nyuanimalstudies2689 - Chicago Uni Law School w/ #MarthaNussbaum - Asst. Prof @NewCollegeofFL - #Vegan, dad, runner 03:17 What's Real? - "I'm a pretty strong naturalist" - A non-religious family - #protestant parents "a minority in France & in Belgium" - Religion classes in Belgium: Segregated into #Catholic, Protestant & "the others" - Father's ethos: "Self discipline, a sense of integrity... and he hated the Pope... but he didn't really believe in god... some higher order of things that he was not sure about... an #agnostic more than a #theist " - No particular revelation, but didn't believe in god after 12-13 yrs old - "A strong distrust of religious authorities" - Studying philosophy, drawn to #spinoza and #nietzsche - "#nietzsche has really stuck with me" - As a pre-teen "I remember thinking... nasty things about god then feeling very guilty..." - "The world just made more sense for me without a supernatural entity that would be its creator & legislator" - There's so much we don't understand... because of a strong commitment to epistemic humility... I'm not in the habit of ruling out a priori the existence of things that we think don't fit the current worldview. That being said... I don't believe in a god... supernatural entities... ghosts." - #Meditation & #psychedelics "I think there is such a thing as mystical experiences but... don't reveal really anything that is possibly hidden from a broadly naturalistic understanding of the world" - "The naturalistic framework makes you enquire about the world... in constant revision" 11:15 What Matters? - "Anti-realist on many issues... I'm not a moral realist" - "I don't think there are real mind-independent facts about morality" - "A Protestant integrity" - "I grew up with #punkrock... gave rise to some of my commitments with respect to #animalrights " - Talking about #anarchism with dad: "I disagree with them politically... but some of the most moral people I've ever met are anarchists" - "Whether or not you believe in god... you can still have a commitment to right & wrong" - "What I think I took from punk rock & in part from Nietzsche... is that people come up with their own values... and have to get along somehow." - "There's room for moral talk - I wouldn't be an ethicist otherwise" - If anything is going to be right or wrong... it's going to be... the result of some form of constructive/deliberative/expressive process" - "Of course I was tempted by #nihilism" & #relativism - Having a "robust commitment to justice" while rejecting hierarchy/authority is arguably more moral? (why dad respected anarchists) - "Nihilism was the big worry for Nietzsche at the end of the 19th Century" - "Some values are worth promoting but we have to think about which values... but they don't have a bedrock that's independent" - Even without moral realism we have "tools to criticise other communities' moralities" - Descriptive vs. normative assessments 29:53 Who Matters? 1:15:11 Making a Better World? ...and much more. Full show notes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sentientism.info⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Sentientism is “Evidence, reason & compassion for all sentient beings.” More at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sentientism.info⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"I'm a Sentientist" wall⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠this simple form⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Everyone, Sentientist or not, is welcome in our groups. The biggest so far is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here on FaceBook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Come join us there!

Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Principles for AI Welfare Research, published by jeffsebo on June 19, 2023 on The Effective Altruism Forum. Tl;dr: This post, which is part of the EA Strategy Fortnight series, summarizes some of my current views about the importance of AI welfare, priorities for AI welfare research, and principles for AI welfare research. 1. Introduction As humans start to take seriously the prospect of AI consciousness, sentience, and sapience, we also need to take seriously the prospect of AI welfare. That is, we need to take seriously the prospect that AI systems can have positive or negative states like pleasure, pain, happiness, and suffering, and that if they do, then these states can be good or bad for them. A world that includes the prospect of AI welfare is a world that requires the development of AI welfare research. Researchers need to examine whether and to what extent AI systems might have the capacity for welfare. And to the extent that they might, researchers need to examine what might be good or bad for AI systems and what follows for our actions and policies. The bad news is that AI welfare research will be difficult. Many researchers are likely to be skeptical of this topic at first. And even insofar as we take the topic seriously, it will be difficult for us to know what, if anything, it might be like to be an AI system. After all, the only mind that we can directly access is our own, and so our ability to study other minds is limited at best. The good news is that we have a head start. Researchers have spent the past half century making steady progress in animal welfare research. And while there are many potentially relevant differences between animals and AI systems, there are also many potentially relevant similarities – enough for it to be useful for us to look to animal welfare research for guidance. In Fall 2022, we launched the NYU Mind, Ethics, and Policy Program, which examines the nature and intrinsic value of nonhuman minds, with special focus on invertebrates and AI systems. In this post, I summarize some of my current views about the importance of AI welfare, priorities for AI welfare research, and principles for AI welfare research. I want to emphasize that this post discusses these issues in a selective and general way. A comprehensive treatment of these issues would need to address many more topics in much more detail. But I hope that this discussion can be a useful starting point for researchers who want to think more deeply about what might be good or bad for AI systems in the future. I also want to emphasize that this post expresses my current, tentative views about this topic. It might not reflect the views of other people at the NYU Mind, Ethics, and Policy Program or of other experts in effective altruism, global priorities research, and other relevant research, advocacy, or policy communities. It might not even reflect my own views a year from now. Finally, I want to emphasize that AI welfare is only one of many topics that merit more attention right now. Many other topics merit more attention too, and this post makes no specific claims about relative priorities. I simply wish to claim that AI welfare research should be among our priorities, and to suggest how we can study and promote AI welfare in a productive way. 2. Why AI welfare matters We can use the standard EA scale-neglectedness-tractability framework to see why AI welfare matters. The general idea is that there could be many more digital minds than biological minds in the future, humanity is currently considering digital minds much less than biological minds, and humanity might be able to take steps to treat both kinds of minds well. First, AI welfare is potentially an extremely large-scale issue. In the same way that the invertebrate population is much larger than the vertebrate p...

Tl;dr: This post, which is part of the EA Strategy Fortnight series, summarizes some of my current views about the importance of AI welfare, research priorities for AI welfare research, and principles for AI welfare research.1. IntroductionAs humans start to take seriously the prospect of AI consciousness, sentience, and sapience, we also need to take seriously the prospect of AI welfare. That is, we need to take seriously the prospect that AI systems can have positive or negative states like pleasure, pain, happiness, and suffering, and that if they do, then these states can be good or bad for them.A world that includes the prospect of AI welfare is a world that requires the development of AI welfare research. Researchers need to examine whether and to what extent AI systems might have the capacity for welfare. And to the extent that they might, researchers need to examine what might be good or bad for AI systems and what follows for our actions and policies.The bad news is that AI welfare research will be difficult. Many researchers are likely to be skeptical of this topic at first. And even insofar as we take the topic seriously, it will be difficult for us to know what, if anything, it might be like to be an AI system. After all, the only mind that we can directly access is our own, and so our ability to study other minds is limited at best.The good news is that we have a head start. Researchers have spent the past half century making steady progress in animal welfare research. And while there are many potentially relevant differences between animals and AI systems, there are also many potentially relevant similarities – enough for it to be useful for us to look to animal welfare research for guidance.In Fall 2022, we launched the NYU Mind, Ethics, and Policy Program, which examines the nature and intrinsic value of nonhuman minds, with special focus on invertebrates and AI systems. In this post, I summarize some of my current views about the importance of AI welfare, priorities for AI welfare research, and principles for AI welfare research.I want to emphasize that this post discusses these issues in a selective and general way. A comprehensive treatment of these issues would need to address many more topics in much more detail. But I hope that this discussion can be a useful starting point for researchers who want to think more deeply about what might be good or bad for AI systems in the future.I also want to emphasize that this post expresses my current, tentative views about this topic. It might not reflect the views of other people at the NYU Mind, Ethics, and Policy Program or of other experts in effective altruism, global priorities research, and other relevant research, advocacy, or policy communities. It might not even reflect my own views a year from now.Finally, I want to emphasize that AI welfare is only one of many topics that merit more attention right now. Many other topics merit [...]--- First published: June 19th, 2023 Source: https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/SZJBE3fuk2majqwJQ/principles-for-ai-welfare-research --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO. Share feedback on this narration.

As a freshman, Kisa Modewala started her journey at Florida Atlantic University High School in August 2013. She graduated from FAUHS and FAU in May 2017. Then in May 2020, she was recognized as the youngest George Washington University Law School graduate at 20. She is currently a licensed attorney in New York. In Fall 2020, she was accepted into the White House Internship Program and worked in the Office of White House Counsel. She was also selected to be part of the Securities and Exchange Commission Student Honors Program in the Spring of 2019 and a law clerk for the Department of Justice in Fall of 2018.

http://thesparc.co/https://psychedelicsocietyavl.com/https://www.pearlpsychedelicinstitute.org/Since experiencing a life-defining psychedelic rebirth in 2008, Ehren has pursued the mindful study & use of sacramental entheogenic compounds as a cornerstone of self-actualization, spiritual growth, peak performance & servant leadership. Over the past 14 years, this path of inner discovery has evolved through a life devoted to ceremonial practice, high performance training, transformational event curation, and psychedelic facilitation. To date, Ehren has facilitated over 125 high dose 1 on 1 ceremonial journeys and served as lead facilitator in 10 psychedelic retreats throughout the world. He specializes in facilitating holotropic experiences for treatment resistant mental health challenges & spiritual rites of passage.After a decade as an award winning producer & high performance team builder, netting over $100M in gross regional income through festivals & events, in early 2021 Ehren founded The SpArc: A groundbreaking coaching approach that utilizes rites of passage immersive experiences to dramatically elevate awareness, embodiment and impact.The SpArc currently serves as the SouthEast regional service provider for the Nation's first harm reduction psychedelic facilitation service Psychedelic Passage. In late 2022, the SpArc achieved the immense fortune of welcomed two new highly experienced facilitators Salix Lavine and Nathan Taylor with plans for continual expansion. In Fall of 2023, the SpArc will be launching the "Communitas Sanctuary" retreat center. Located just 20 min north of Asheville, NC on 11 acres of beautiful mountain forest, the Communitas Sanctuary will form an epicenter for Rites of Passage ceremonial work offering boutique lodging for 15 guests with sacred sound & movement facilities, botanical orchards & gardens, ceremonial immersive temple spaces and an expansive offering of holistic wellness offerings & services.Ehren Cruz is an Anthropologist, CTA & ICFProfessional Certified Coach (PCC), Third Wave Psychedelic Certified Coach (CCP1),Master Ceremonialist, certified Harm Reductionist, Loving Husband & Proud Father of 3 Little Ladies. He is devoted to the healing & self-actualization of self & others in all facets off his life.

In Fall of 2021, Miles Farms installed drainage tile on 35 acres as a trial with ADS. Drainage tile isn't used in the Arkansas Delta where Matt and Layne Miles farm. However, they didn't stick plastic pipe in the ground just to be different. Their objectives: Faster farming by being able to get on the field earlier. Changing their practices to allow no-till planting on 15” rows versus raised beds. Better irrigation by reversing the flow of water when the Delta heats up (and it always does!). Matt and Layne explain the early results of their drainage and irrigation install. Presented by ADS with support from Loveland Products.

 Gain insights on how engineers and technical buyers find and consume content to make purchase decisions. Christian Haight (a.k.a. CJ), Content Marketing Manager at GlobalSpec, joins me on this episode to walk through key findings from the 6th annual research study conducted by TREW Marketing and GlobalSpec. The 2023 State of Marketing to Engineers Report includes a set of consistent questions we ask to monitor trends, such as preferred information sources and content types. We also take a deep dive into search behaviors, influencers, podcasts, and in-person events.In this episode we walk through key findings, industry feedback and our own opinions in areas such as:Search behaviorsChannel preferencesIndustry influencersSocial media preferencesValued contentSales interactionsFor more in-depth research information, check out the resources link below. Also be on the lookout for event MORE research to be released this year. In June 2023 GlobalSpec has a report coming out on engineers' work challenges and where they seek training and education. In Fall 2023 TREW Marketing and Elektor will release a European-focused report with many overlapping areas of focus as the State of Marketing to Engineers research.Resources2023 State of Marketing to Engineers Research Guide, including previous research reports2023 State of Marketing to Engineers on-demand Webinar and Webinar FAQ blog postGlobalSpecCJ on LinkedInConnect with TREW Marketing Learn About TREW Marketing Order the book! Content Marketing, EngineeredConnect with WendyTREW Marketing is a strategy-first content marketing agency serving industrial companies that target highly technical buyers. With deep experience in electronics, test and automation, software, and engineering services, TREW Marketing helps clients build trust and generate demand.

In Fall 2022, at ACTA's ATHENA Roundtable in Washington DC, a remarkable morning panel was hosted by Doug Sprei, Higher Ed Now producer and ACTA's Vice President of Campus Partnerships and Multimedia. The session, titled "How Civil Discourse Can Change Campus Culture," was graced by a cohort of panelists who are truly leading lights in the national movement to bring respectful discourse to college campuses and classrooms. All are cherished colleagues and allies of ACTA, and they included April Lawson, Managing Director of Debates and Public Discourse at Braver Angels, who co-founded and co-directs the national College Debates and Discourse Program; Manu Meel, CEO of BridgeUSA; as well as Deondra Rose, the Kevin D. Gorter Associate Professor of Public Policy, at Duke University's Sanford School of Public Policy; and Karrin Taylor Robson, who served on the Arizona Board of Regents from 2017–2021, and who also founded the Regents' Cup, a remarkable student debate competition in her home state.  The session was designed to take on some of the format and tone of an actual Braver Angels debate, and invited lively audience participation.

In this episode Jessica and I talk about the importance of shifting our perspective beyond our limited environments. We discuss our relationship to the cosmos and the importance of communing with the natural world. We ask the question about how our relationship to both natural and urban spaces influence us in our lives. Jessica and I also discuss her imagery and painting process, along with the impact that meditative concentration has on both the artist and the artwork itself. ---------------------- Website: www.jescannon.com IG: @jes_cannon "Eternal Geometries" opening 4/11/23 at https://polinaberlingallery.com/ Jessica Cannon was born in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn in 1979. She has exhibited her work at Winston's (Los Angeles), The Manes Center for Contemporary Art (Roslyn, NY), Honey Ramka (Brooklyn, NY), Crush Curatorial (Amagansett, NY), Big Medium (Austin, TX), The Brooklyn Academy of Music, The Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art, and elsewhere. She is a past recipient of The Brooklyn Arts Council's Community Arts Fund Grant and been awarded residencies at the Jentel Foundation in Banner, WY, RAiR Foundation's Historic Studios in Roswell, NM, Vermont Studio Center, and Lower Manhattan Cultural Council's SwingSpace Program on Governor's Island. Select press and publications include: The New York Times, Flaunt Magazine, phaidon.com, Maake Magazine, New American Paintings, Dovetail, and Hyperallergic. In Fall 2017 Jessica founded Far By Wide, an ongoing series of exhibitions online and in pop-up spaces to support social and environmental justice organizations. She received a BA from Tufts University and an MFA from Parsons School of Design. She currently teaches at Parsons School of Design and CUNY Queens College. See More from Martin Benson *To stay up on releases and content surrounding the show check out my instagram *To contribute to the creation of this show, along with access to other exclusive content, consider joining my Patreon! Credits: Big Thanks to Matthew Blankenship of The Sometimes Island for the podcast theme music! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/martin-l-benson/support

#pruebeidler #kimfoxx #lakeforestillinois #lakeforestpodcast #Lakecountygazette In backing Foxx, Lightfoot, Lake Forest Mayoral hopeful Beidler was also boosting daughter-in-law's career By LGIS News Service Mar 4, 2023 Lake Forest Mayoral candidate Prudence Beidler made campaign donations to Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx and Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot as her daughter-in-law worked in high level positions for both offices. That's according to an analysis of public employment and Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE) records. Deborah E. Witzburg-Beidler, 39, worked as an Assistant State's Attorney for Cook County from 2008 to 2016 before leaving to join the Chicago Mayor Inspector General's office. In Fall 2015, Beidler made a maximum, $5,400 donation to Foxx's first campaign for Cook County State's Attorney 2015, while her daughter-in-law worked for the office, ISBE records show. Her husband, Frank, also donated $1,000 to Foxx that fall. A former assistant state's attorney herself who rose to the role of supervisor, Foxx and Witzburg-Beidler worked together for five years, from 2008 - 2013, county records show. ISBE records show Beidler has been a longtime backer of Foxx-sponsor, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, donating to her campaign 14 times for a total of $9,500. Preckwinkle hired Foxx as her “Chief of Staff” before positioning her to challenge then-incumbent Anita Alvarez for Cook County State's Attorney in 2016. Six promotions Witzburg-Beidler joined then-Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel in May 2016 as an assistant inspector general and stayed on when Lightfoot won election three years later. Her mother-in-law has been a campaign supporter of both Chicago mayors. Beidler made campaign donations to Emanuel in 2011 and 2013, totaling $2,500. She backed Lightfoot in Feb. 2019 with $1,000, and then, after she assumed office, gave her $1,000 again in June 2019. According to her LinkedIn page, two months later, Lightfoot promoted Witzburg-Beidler to “acting deputy general counsel for public safety.” Lightfoot promoted her three more times, naming her as the city's Inspector General in March 2022. Last month in an email to supporters, Beidler explained that she made donations to Foxx and Lightfoot because she thought they could "reduce the rate of crime in Chicago." She didn't mention her daughter-in-law's work with either office. "My son, his wife, and their two daughters are Chicago residents. In recent years, my husband and I have become increasingly concerned about their safety and I had hoped that candidates I supported might be able to help reduce the rate of crime in Chicago," Beidler wrote. Beidler is the only Lake Forest resident who has donated for Foxx; she is one of 12 who have backed Lightfoot. Deborah and Jay married in Boston in 2007. They met while attending Brown University in Providence, R.I. Witzburg-Beidler attended Northwestern University Law School in Chicago. Beidler, 77, is challenging Lake Forest Caucus-endorsed Dr. Stanford R. "Randy Tack," 64, in the race for mayor. Election Day is Tues. April 4. Full Article here: https://lakecountygazette.com/stories/640007726-in-backing-foxx-lightfoot-lake-forest-mayoral-hopeful-beidler-was-also-boosting-daughter-in-law-s-career --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lakeforestpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lakeforestpodcast/support

Today's piece is guest-produced by students at Minerva University - a four-year, US accredited college where the students are on semester-abroads all the time. In Fall 2022, more than a hundred Minerva students spent time in Taiwan. Nate was a mentor to four students who wanted to make a podcast on sustainability. And here's the result!A VEGAN STORY - TAIWANDespite the recent rise of popularity in veganism, it is true that veganism is associated often with a restrictive, judgemental connotation. However, veganism in Taiwan is proof that veganism does not have to be all or nothing Today, 1 in 7 people in Taiwan live with a vegan or vegetarian diet, with a diverse array of vegan alternatives to choose from. However, despite the abundance of alternatives, not many Taiwanese do not actively identify themselves as vegan or vegetarian. Why may this be the case?For many, it may seem like the increasing global attention towards sustainability has shifted the options available for keeping a vegan diet, extending the abstinence from all forms of animal products into more and more people's everyday lives. But veganism is not just a story about sustainability. In Taiwan, veganism is an embedded practice within everyday life that is a combination of politics, religion, sustainability, and more. In this article, we will cover Taiwan's unique vegan story, created through its unique cultural background. We will delve into the past, present, and future of Taiwan's veganism, exploring the multifaceted story that has allowed Taiwan to become so vegan.This episode is written and produced by Stephanie Froebel, Jana Majnova, Seo Kim, and Narandelger Erdenebileg.Enjoy!This is Waste Not Why Not, a climate podcast from Ghost Island Media. Debuted on Earth Day in 2019, it's hosted by Nature N8 (Nate Maynard), a sustainability consultant working on energy, ocean, and waste.Support us on Patreon: http://patreon.com/wastenotwhynotFollow us on Twitter @wastenotpodSupport the show: https://patreon.com/wastenotwhynotSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Fall 2012, one of the worst cases of hoarding ever recorded was uncovered in one of Las Vegas' nicest neighborhoods.  How could someone live in a house packed to the rafters with trash?   Jane Ann Morrison's original article about the case:  https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/news-columns/jane-ann-morrison/help-comes-for-hoarder-neighbors-in-las-vegas/ Dr. Todd Grande's episode about alleged killer Rob Telles:  https://youtu.be/NKLfaJbmWNM  

In Fall of 2021, Kelly stated his over-arching objective for Garrett Land & Cattle's 2022 cropping season was stress mitigation. Turns out it was the perfect year to focus effort on reducing crop stress as the year was hot and dry. Kelly explains the practices and products he utilized and also the results. Presented by Advanced Drainage Systems.

In Fall 2023 Seattle Opera will present Handel's ALCINA, a magical opera seria about the vagaries of love, attraction, and gender. Seattle Opera Dramaturg Jonathan Dean introduces Handel operas and ALCINA, with musical examples from recital albums by Andreas Scholl and Sarah Connolly as well as recordings of ALCINA dating from 1959 (conducted by Ferdinand Leitner and starring Joan Sutherland); from 1962 (conducted by Richard Bonynge and starring Sutherland, Teresa Berganza, Monica Sinclair, and Luigi Alva); and 1999 (conducted by William Christie and starring Renee Fleming, Susan Graham, Kathleen Kuhlmann, Timothy Robinson, and Natalie Dessay).

On today's episode I talk about my new project and the road that led me there (in lots of detail!) In Fall of 2022 I decided to start my own production company (a long time coming) and create a recurring standup comedy show/energy circle event (also a long time coming) that combines self-care with laughter as a form of healing. Join me as I talk to the 3 comedians who will perform at our first show on January 7, 2023! We talk about how comedy heals, why they do what they do, and how it feels to kill! Madelein Smith (@madeleinsmith) is a touring comedian based in NYC. She has traveled internationally performing at colleges, clubs, and cruise ships. She is also a regular at many NYC clubs. Her debut album, Belle of the Ball, rose to #1 on the ITunes Comedy Charts. She has been featured on Amazon Prime and Comedy Central, and currently has a network pilot in development. She co-hosts the podcast Cheers for Queers with Sarah Garner, where they interview amazing queer performers and talk about being little weirdos. Kate Nichols (@HeyKateNichols) is a stand up comedian, improviser, writer and storyteller who's bounced around New York City, Long Island, and New Jersey all her life. She performs at venues all over the tri-state and the US and has performed internationally at clubs in Canada, Switzerland, and the Edinburgh International Fringe Festival 3 years in a row. Kate also appeared on A&E's series “Bae or Bail”. She's half of comedy duo “Belleville Broads” with improv partner Angelique Londino. The pair perform as animal-print loving, exaggerated versions of everyone's favorite over-the-top Aunts from New Jersey and Long Island and they've hosted shows for notable comics such as America's Got Talent finalist Gina Brillon. Kate has also appeared on numerous podcasts including Period Piece, Nice Guys and Hello Thoughts. You can also find her @cyclebreakerstherapy Kendra Dawsey (@bossy_dawsey) is a stand-up comedian and writer based in NYC. Their razor-sharp wit and engaging delivery has earned spots opening for Eddie Pepitone, Jenny Yang and Michelle Buteau, and they've featured as the Comic-in-Residence at the renowned Comedy Studio. They've been on Kevin Hart's “Lyft Comics” on the LOL Network and had their work featured in Revolutionary Spaces' online talk show, “Tea Party Tonight!” They've also got a weekly Twitch show, “Left Night with Kendra Dawsey.” Dawsey's comedy combines abrasive criticism, raunchy set-ups and whimsical punchlines – something for everybody in the audience. Get your tickets now! https://sacredcomedy.eventbrite.com/ Follow at IG @sacredcomedy https://www.instagram.com/sacredcomedy/ Hathor Communications: https://www.hathorcommunications.co/ This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LFpMWfV3EDk Please help a sister out and review, rate and subscribe! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-self-consciousness-podcast/id1584654195 Yes! I'm still doing sessions: https://www.jenniferwai.com/ Music: Phiescope by Muziq Next to Normal by Lucius --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/selfconsciousnesspodcast/message

In Fall of 2009, tonight's guests, Jami and Jenny, went on an afternoon hike, in the Shenango Forest, in Western PA, with their dog Harley. They went on the hike because they wanted to get back to nature and did they ever, that day. Not long after they started their hike, they noticed that Harley was acting like something wasn't right. At first, they thought she might have stepped on something that had injured her paw or injured herself, in some other way. It wasn't long before it became quite clear why she was acting the way she was, though. Sasquatch don't live in Pennsylvania, however. They only live in the Pacific Northwest. At least, that's what Jami and Jenny thought, up until that Sasquatch cleared up their misconception for them.If you've had a Bigfoot sighting and would like to be a guest, on the show, please go to https://MyBigfootSighting.com and let us know. We'd love to hear from you.Premium memberships are now available! If you'd like to be able to listen to the show without ads and have full access to premium content, please go to https://MyBigfootSighting.com to find out how to become a premium member.If you'd like to help support the show, by buying your own My Bigfoot Sighting t-shirt, sweatshirt, or tank top, please visit the My Bigfoot Sighting Show Store Page, by going to...https://dogman-encounters.myshopify.com/collections/mens-my-bigfoot-sighting-collectionShow's theme song, "Banjo Music," courtesy Nathan BrumleyI produce 3 other podcasts that are available for listening on your favorite podcast app. If you haven't checked them out, already, here are links to them…Bigfoot Eyewitness Radio https://www.spreaker.com/show/bigfoot-eyewitness-radio_1Dogman Encounters https://www.spreaker.com/show/dogman-encounters-radio_2My Paranormal Experience https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyxVu8_b4yxLHcZ1fNPmRkA/videosThanks for listening!

In Fall 2021, it was revealed that Bishop Michael Nazir-Ali, among the most senior and high profile leaders within the Anglican Church, had converted to Catholicism.In this episode, we sit down with (now) Monsignor Nazir-Ali as he reflects on his first year of membership in the Catholic Church. We explore moments from his life which served as major waypoints in his journey of faith, including his embrace of Christianity during his youth in Pakistan, his hasty departure from his homeland after crossing swords with militant Islamist authorities, and his ultimate conclusion that both the deposit of faith and its authentic ministry dwell most fully within Catholicism.We also discuss pivotal issues in the contemporary life of the Church, including the need for sacred tradition and magisterial authority to guide the transmission of the faith, especially in any exercise such as the Synod on Synodality.  To top it all off, we touch on St. John Henry Newman, the death of Queen Elizabeth II, and the legacy of the early Church as a persecuted minority which ended up changing the course of human history.Monsignor Nazir-Ali is a priest within the Personal Ordinariate of Our Lady of Walsingham, and serves as the Director of the Oxford Centre for Training, Research, Advocacy and Dialogue.ReferencesDr. Michael Nazir-Ali official website@michaelnaziraliDr. Michael Nazir-Ali, “There can be no moral renewal of public life without respect for God and Man”, The Catholic Herald (July 29, 2022)“Ex Anglican Bishop Michael Nazir Ali converts to Catholicism”, The Spectator (October 14, 2021)Support the showwww.crownandcrozier.comtwitter.com/crownandcrozierfacebook.com/crownandcrozierhttps://www.instagram.com/crownandcrozier/Please note that this podcast has been edited for length and clarity.

 What are the stories you want to share and why are your and stories and experences important?  These are questions that Comedian/Actor/Author Ali Hassan has had to answer when he created his memoir, Is There Bacon In heaven? In this week's episode, he will take us on a journey of how following his curiosity and thirst to know more about his own identity has led  him to some of the most full-filling artistic experiences. How honouring  and sharing his life's experiences has been key to creating.  Most recently, his  successful show "Muslim Interrupted" which eventually lead to the birth of his memoir.  Don't allow life's setbacks to stop you from pursuing your passion; use it to make meaningful art! In this episode: Learning to promote yourself and your work in a way that feels authentic and in alignment with who you are. How to navigate transitions in your career both artistically and financially. The importance of staying open to the evolution of your art and allowing growth and change into different forms. The power of curiosity in relation to creativity and how being curious in your life can help guide and help you discover more about what you have to share as an artist. Ali Hassan is a Stand-up Comic, Actor and CBC Personality. Ali is the host of the CBC Radio hit stand-up comedy show Laugh Out Loud – which also airs across North America on SiriusXM. Ali is also heard on CBC Radio, NPR and PRX as a frequent guest-host of the arts and culture show ‘q', and As It Happens. For the past six consecutive years, Ali has hosted Canada Reads - the annual battle of the books on CBC Radio, Television and on-line, celebrating the best of Canadian literature. Ali has appeared on the big screen in award-winning films – Breakaway, French Immersion, and the hockey hit Goon. In 2020, Ali appeared in the films MySpy, Mafia Inc, and Tammy's Always Dying (which had its world premiere at TIFF 2019). Some of his recent television roles include Designated Survivor (ABC, Netflix), Cardinal (CTV), Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (Paramount+), Odd Squad (PBS Kids, CBBC), Man Seeking Woman (FXX), Sort Of (CBC, HBO Max) and in 2021 on the brand-new seasons of Workin' Moms (CBC) and Murdoch Mysteries (CBC). Since January of 2022, Ali has been a recurring guest star on the new sitcom Run The Burbs. In Fall 2019, Ali toured across Canada as one of the stars of Just For Laughs Comedy Night In Canada tour, hosted By Rick Mercer. And in 2022, Ali's sets from Just for Laughs and the Winnipeg Comedy Festival will air on television. He is the co-host of 2 podcasts – Doctor vs. Comedian, and This Podcast Is Delicious. His new book ‘Is There Bacon in Heaven?' comes out in 2022 with Simon & Schuster. Follow Ali! Instagram: @standupali Twitter: @standupali Facebook: @standupali  Link to his book: Is There Bacon in Heaven?   Connect with Cue To Cue  I: @thisischelseajohnson F: @thisischelseajohnson T: @thisischelseaj

Diana West discusses "Secrets of the Archives: Reconsidering Research of Bukovsky & Romerstein." This event is a Herb Romerstein Memorial Lecture on Propaganda and Deception in collaboration with the Intermarium Lecture Series. About the Speaker: Diana West is an award-winning journalist and the author of The Red Thread: A Search for Ideological Drivers Inside the Anti-Trump Conspiracy (Center for Security Policy Press, 2019), American Betrayal: The Secret Assault on Our Nation's Character (St. Martin's Press 2013) and The Death of the Grown-Up: How America's Arrested Development Is Bringing Down Western Civilization (St. Martin's Press 2007). In Fall of 2013, West brought out a companion volume to American Betrayal titled: The Rebuttal: Defending American Betrayal from the Book-Burners, which includes essays by Vladimir Bukovsky and M. Stanton Evans, among others. Honors include one of Newsmax's 50 Best Conservative Blogs; the Hero of Conscience Award from the American Freedom Alliance; and the Center for Security Policy's Mightier Pen Award. Both American Betrayal and The Red Thread have been showcased at The Pumpkin Papers Irregulars Dinner, a club of intelligence experts and writers that meets every Halloween in Washington, D.C. A journalist since graduating from Yale, West began writing a weekly newspaper column at the Washington Times, where she also wrote editorials under Editorial Page Editors Helle Dale and the late Tony Blankley. The column would be nationally syndicated for 15 years. A collection of West's columns came out under the title, No Fear: Selected Columns from America's Most Politically Incorrect Columnist (Bravura Books). West is also one of 19 co-authors of Shariah: The Threat to America, a publication of the Center for Security Policy, West's work has appeared in many publications and news sites including The American Spectator, Breitbart News, The Daily Caller, Dispatch International, The Epoch Times, Family Security Matters, Gates of Vienna, Manhattan, Inc., M, Inc., National Wildlife Magazine, The New Criterion, The Public Interest, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Times, The Washington Post Magazine, The Weekly Standard, and her fiction has appeared in the Atlantic Monthly. She has made numerous television, documentary and radio appearances, and addressed audiences including at the American Legion, the Danish Parliament, the Heritage Foundation, the Hudson Foundation, ICON, Institute for the Study of Strategy and Politics, Judicial Watch, the National Vietnam Veteran and Gulf War Coalition, the Naval War College, the Union League Club, and Yale. She blogs at dianawest.net, and is now making videos at https://www.patreon.com/DianaWest. Having earned her permanent Twitter suspension, Diana now thinks aloud and uncensored at Gab @realDianaWest. Learn more about IWP graduate programs: https://www.iwp.edu/academic-programs/ Make a gift to IWP: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E231090&id=18

Today’s episode is with the prolific Gary Malkin, an Emmy award-winning composer, performer, & public speaker whose work redefines the role of music as a transformational resource to catalyze greater awareness, compassion & empathy. Gary’s passion is to create transformative ways to musically enhance spoken messages from the visionaries of our time to help us embrace life’s transitions with greater gratitude and Grace. The globally acclaimed listening resource, Graceful Passages, co-produced with healers Michael and Doris Stillwater, is considered the most effective work of its kind and includes beautiful stories with Desmond Tutu and Thich Nat Han. We talk about the following and so much more: ✅ How does music have the power to heal? ✅ How we can harness the power of music to alleviate grief and or support the end of life process for loved ones finding it difficult to accept, show up, and allow the process to organically unfold? ✅Some of the ways he is using music to help with other things like childbirth, bonding, and other major life events? ✅ Working with Desmond Tutu and Thich Nat Han and the alchemical wisdom from the work created ✅ How we can learn to integrate the power of the heart in all the things we do and say In Fall 2022, he’ll be launching the second season of his popular Gaia TV contemplative film series, “Islands of Inner Peace”, streaming to 130 countries. A contributing author for the best-selling book, “Womb to Thrive”, revealing conscious birthing innovations, Gary and his collaborator, Lisa Rafel, are currently finishing an original musical theatre project entitled “Can You Hear Me Baby?” about the power of birth, bonding, and the miracle of life. WisdomoftheWorld.com I want to thank our sponsors Athletic Greens, who have created AG1, one of the most innovative packets of supplements, including 75 high-quality vitamins, minerals, whole-food sourced superfoods, probiotics, and adaptogens to help you start your day right. If you purchase today, you’ll get a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/yasmeen. Please tag us and tell us what you loved! You can follow @Gateways_To_Awakening on Instagram or Facebook if you’d like to stay connected.

Today’s episode is with the prolific Gary Malkin, an Emmy award-winning composer, performer, & public speaker whose work redefines the role of music as a transformational resource to catalyze greater awareness, compassion & empathy. Gary’s passion is to create transformative ways to musically enhance spoken messages from the visionaries of our time to help us embrace life’s transitions with greater gratitude and Grace. The globally acclaimed listening resource, Graceful Passages, co-produced with healers Michael and Doris Stillwater, is considered the most effective work of its kind and includes beautiful stories with Desmond Tutu and Thich Nat Han. We talk about the following and so much more: ✅ How does music have the power to heal? ✅ How we can harness the power of music to alleviate grief and or support the end of life process for loved ones finding it difficult to accept, show up, and allow the process to organically unfold? ✅Some of the ways he is using music to help with other things like childbirth, bonding, and other major life events? ✅ Working with Desmond Tutu and Thich Nat Han and the alchemical wisdom from the work created ✅ How we can learn to integrate the power of the heart in all the things we do and say In Fall 2022, he’ll be launching the second season of his popular Gaia TV contemplative film series, “Islands of Inner Peace”, streaming to 130 countries. A contributing author for the best-selling book, “Womb to Thrive”, revealing conscious birthing innovations, Gary and his collaborator, Lisa Rafel, are currently finishing an original musical theatre project entitled “Can You Hear Me Baby?” about the power of birth, bonding, and the miracle of life. WisdomoftheWorld.com I want to thank our sponsors Athletic Greens, who have created AG1, one of the most innovative packets of supplements, including 75 high-quality vitamins, minerals, whole-food sourced superfoods, probiotics, and adaptogens to help you start your day right. If you purchase today, you’ll get a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/yasmeen. Please tag us and tell us what you loved! You can follow @Gateways_To_Awakening on Instagram or Facebook if you’d like to stay connected.

(00:00-10:00): According to new data from the American Bible Society, Gen Z adults, those 25 and under, match elders in a desire to share their faith, and lead all ages in their openness to spiritual conversations (10:00-17:06): Is it better to have an easy life or one filled with burdens? Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts. (17:06-25:24): Bible Verse Or Ed Sheeran Lyric? (25:24-34:31): Can progressive Christians be pro-life? History would suggest they can. (34:31-43:18): Is there a problem with generosity in the church? Christians are giving at a 2.5% per capita or tithe. During the Great Depression, they gave at a 3.3% rate. Today, 33-50% of church members, those who claim they have bought in at a deep level to your ministry, give nothing. (43:18-52:41): Top Five List: Top Things We're Looking Forward to In Fall (52:41-1:01:30): Tips from 25 years in ministry to Eastern EuropeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In partnership with the National Building Museum, AIP Podcast hosts a series of deep dive conversations from the Intersections series. This is a re-broadcast of a conversation with Demar Matthews. Founder of OffTop Design, Matthews will open the season with a presentation that addresses how architecture amplifies or silences perspectives and narratives and question if and how buildings, streets and landscapes serve to affirm identity and define community. Matthews' practice investigates the power of architecture as a cultural signifier and vehicle of traditions, values and identity. In this episode, we explore the question,“What if Black neighborhoods were defined by the beauty of the architecture that represents Black culture?” In Fall 2022, the National Building Museum is bringing together leading Black voices in design, art, and architecture for INTERSECTIONS, a series of dynamic discussions about culture, equity and representation through the lens of design. Launching September 16th and running through December 14th, Intersections engages nationally recognized Black architects, designers and artists in conversations focused on social justice in the built environment. Through interactive lectures and hands-on workshops, this series is designed to provoke new thinking, spark conversation, enlighten and empower. Born in Moreno Valley, California, Demar received his Bachelor's from HBCU Lincoln University of Pennsylvania, and completed his Master of Architecture at Woodbury University where he was awarded the Graduate Thesis Prize for his project Black Architecture: Unearth-ing the Black Aesthetic. His introduction to the field was through his article ‘A Black Architecture Education Experience'. Demar believes architecture and good design should not only be for the privileged. Every community deserves to be proud of the built environment around them, and the built environment around them should be based on the cultures of the people who live there; regardless of income, race, and gender.

Michael Jerome Sturdivant is the President and CEO of Closed Gap Solutions LLC where he is literally closing the gap between requirements and solutions for clients. As a third-generation veteran, he knew two things from an early age; he wanted to serve his community and nation after graduating from George Washington Carver High School for Engineering and Science (Philadelphia, PA).In Fall 1993, he enrolled at Howard University. He joined the Reserve Officer Training Corps, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant as a Field Artillery Officer in 1998. Those first 23 years of discovery prepared him for the next two decades of service to his nation and community.Every duty station marked a time for him to commit to serving in the community in many capacities; Parent-Teacher Association positions, coaching youth sports, Cub Scouts Den Leader, High School Mentorship program advisor, motivational speaker, and being elected vice president of non-profits. Michael is also the president of small business ventures focused on community planning, diversity, equity and inclusion, and team building. He genuinely finds joy in impacting communities with resources, programs, and opportunities. Without the loving support of his best friend, confidant, and loving wife YaVonne and their four children: Brandon, Grant, Lauren, and Blake, Michael wouldn't have been able to do anything he has done. They are committed as a family to the vision to contribute to the community, fulfilling the gaps to provide much-needed support.Connect with Michael Sturdivant: www.closedgapsolutionsllc.comDr. Virginia LeBlanc “DocV”, The Pivot MaestroDr. Virginia LeBlanc (DocV) is a highly sought multi‐disciplinary expert and global thought leader delivering value across industries world‐wide sharing key ingredients to successfully pivot through transition gaps, earning her the nickname “THE Pivot Maestro.” Her work leading major change initiative with Joint Forces commands at the Pentagon, Department of the Navy, Booz Allen Hamilton, Indiana University, and the National Pan‐Hellenic Council birthed her passion in personal wellness and transformation through transition founding Defining Paths (DP)—not only a company but a heart‐centered, socially conscious movement and network for thought leaders, change makers, legacy builders, and purposed entrepreneurs—healing, rebuilding, and transforming lives and businesses from the inside out.A Holistic Coach, particularly serving retiring military and women leaders in career‐life transition, DocV specializes in putting YOU back in business guiding clients through next steps facing fears, connecting the dots, and thinking without a box while to live inspired with a “be your own boss” mind‐set.Dr. LeBlanc is the international bestselling author of Love the Skin YOU'RE In: How to Conquer Life Through Divergent Thinking, her autobiographical love‐letter to “Society” on socio‐cultural conditioning and how she overcame to define her path.Learn more at https://linktr.ee/definingpaths.Define Your Pathhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/define-your-path/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/ep-17-michael-sturdivant-define-your-path-with-dr-virginia-leblanc-docv-the-pivot-maestro

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Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/325 Presented By: Togens Fly Shop, Zoe Angling Group, Angler's Coffee, Reyr Gear Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Guy Jeans, owner of the Kern River Fly Shop, host of the Kern River Fly Shop Podcast, and vocalist of the band Stoneflys; is here to take us on a wild ride up and down the Kern River. We talk about the 10 native species in California including the golden trout. We find out what fishing is like in different parts of the Kern River, the seasons and hatches, gear, techniques, and flies they use. We also dig into Guy's newfound passion in podcasting - talk about some of the remarkable guests he's had on the podcast. Plus, we hear some of his band's original songs and I got to tell you.. they're pretty awesome! Kern River Show Notes with Guy Jeans 05:15 - There's a great fly fishing club in Ventura called, Sespe Fly Fishers - they helped Guy get started in tying flies, building rods, casting, etc. 05:45 - We talk about Ska music 06:45 - The Kern River is in the Sierra mountain range, Southern Sierra - 3 hours North of Los Angeles. The river is about 170 miles long. 07:30 - The most popular fish that people come to fish for is the native California Golden trout, the Kern river rainbow, and the little Kern Golden trout 09:30 - Guy went permit fishing in Xcalak Mexico 11:00 - They also have the tailwater called the lower current, below a giant lake where they fish smallmouth and largemouth bass - they fish here in June 12:00 - They also fly fish for carp in Lake Isabela - they held carp fly fishing tournament in May 15:00 - They do 4x4 trip where they have full outfitter camps with a chef and tents 16:00 - Their hot season is in July, August, and part of September. March and April is a prime time to fish in their section on the Kern river - salmon fly hatch and mayfly hatch 17:00 - People took some of the Golden trout and put them in places like Wyoming and Montana 17:55 - The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has a program called, Heritage Trout Program - a mini-contest within California that challenge people to catch the 10 native trout species in California. If you catch 6 of the 10 natives, you get a certificate that has prints of the species you caught drawn by Joseph Tomerelli 19:00 - Guy mentions the 10 Native Trout in California 20:20 - There are 2 forks - North Fork Kern River (flows into Kernville and comes down from Mt Whitney) and South Fork Kern River (doesn't get blown out, you can fish it anytime) 23:10 - It's mostly dry fly fishing for the wild golden trout - from downstream to upstream. Presentation is the key. 24:30 - The typical flies they use are stimulators, smaller stimulators, parachute adams, royal wulf, and ants 25:15 - The gear recommended are super light - 2 wt or 3 wt 25:30 - The biggest golden trout you can probably catch is 15 inches - typical is 6 to 12 inches 28:10 - Tim Landwehr was on the podcast at WFS 273 where we talked about smallmouth and largemouth bass 28:30 - Guy is holding casting clinics in California 29:00 - They use pontoon boats because of the river structure 30:00 - They have an Instagram called Kooks of the Kern where people post funny photos of what they do on the Kern river 33:00 - There's a wild trout section in the wilderness area part of the North Kern and they fish stonefly patterns. Nymphing works good there too. They also have chinook and kokanee salmon in lake Isabela. 36:20 - In Fall, they have caddis, mayflies, and some tricos later in the season 37:30 - Their website is the best resource they recommend to people who want to learn more about Kern river fishing. You can listen to their podcast there too. 39:10 - Guy had a guest on his podcast who's a fishing game warden - he told a story of when he confronted some gang members that were fishing 39:40 - I read a book years ago called, Wildlife Wars: The Life and Times of a Fish and Game Warden 41:00 - Guy tells us about their location which is close to the ocean and they would fish the surf in Ventura - they fish corbina, surfperch, and leopard sharks 41:40 - We had an episode about corbina and surf fishing with Al Quattrocchi at WFS 219 42:55 - People sometimes come to Guy's studio to record the podcast 43:44 -  Kern River Podcast is on Waypoint TV and Anchor. I use Libsyn for the WFS podcast and Buzzsprout for another podcast we do 47:40 - Guy tells us about his music journey in the 80s and 90s - Ska music 51:00 - Merle Haggard has a song called, I'll Never Swim Kern River Again - scroll below to listen 56:15 - Eeland Stribling was on the podcast at WFS 309 - Eeland is a standup comedian 57:30 - Guy was on the Heidi and Frank show called Stay or Go - apparently, people like their songs 59:10 - Guy tells the story of when they played at a huge venue in Mexico and their amps blew up because of electric surges 1:00:50 - For sidelines, Guy did some commercials in Hollywood as the fly fishing guy in the background. He also worked with actors like Christian Bale in the movie, Vice - he taught Christian how to cast 1:05:00 - Guy shares some tips - Fish from downstream to upstream, stay hidden - be stealthy, good presentation, good cast 1:03:00 - May and June are the best times to fish for the golden trout - the Fall is good for the kern river rainbows. Summertime is good for the carp and smallmouth bass 1:12:30 - They have a brewery in Kern called, The Kern River Brewery - they won many years in a row at the Great American Beer Fest. One of their best beer is the Citra IPA Kern River Conclusion with Guy Jeans So there you go. Another great interview with a fellow podcaster. I always get excited whenever I talk to people who share the same interest. Hopefully, we could put together an episode with me as a guest on his show too. But we'll see.. I'm not sure if I make a good guest. What do you think? I'm really amazed at all Guy has going - the fly shop, the classes, the podcast, the band. He surely is living the life he loves and like he said, none of it feels like work.  Oh and Guy's band, Stonefly.. man they create good music! Their songs are definitely going on my playlist. If you haven't heard them yet, you're missing out on some good stuff! But then back to the Kern River.. if you want to catch some of those beautiful golds, you know where to find them. Try and catch all 10 California native trout species. Let us know how about your experience. Send me a message at dave@wetflyswing.com or DM me on Instagram @wetflyswing Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/325