Podcasts about in focus

Each summer we have the privilege of hosting special guests pastors and leaders from our Every Nation Churches Family. This is an incredible time of getting to hear from and receive from other parts of the Body of Christ that God has sovereignly connected us to within our broader spiritual family. We believe there are specific words of encouragement and challenge that will be delivered each Sunday throughout the month of July. At In Focus Church, love God, love people and reach the world with God's love is more than a mission statement, it is how we want to live. We want to boldly share the love of Jesus with others. We hope you will want to be apart of what God is doing in and through IFC as we continue to be, and become even more the House of Miracles we are destined to be. Your story could be the next miracle! Along with a powerful time in the Word of God, we will also be able to worship God wholeheartedly as He deserves. Whether you join us in person or online, we look forward to worshiping with you! And if you are coming on Sunday, bring someone with you! God is about to do some more miracles! Connect with Pastor Brent on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brentgarrard/ Connect with Pastor Brent on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorbrentgarrard Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infocuschurch/ Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/infocuschurch Learn more about In Focus and what we have going on by visiting our website at https://infocus.church

ในขณะที่คนที่เรารักจากโลกนี้ไปเพียงครั้งเดียว การได้ใช้ช่วงเวลาสุดท้ายร่วมกันอาจเป็นของขวัญล้ำค่าที่สุดในชีวิตสำหรับผู้ที่กำลังจะจากไปและผู้ที่ยังอยู่ต่อ แต่ในปัจจุบันคนจำนวนไม่น้อยในสังคมไทยกลับไม่มีโอกาสแม้แต่จะอยู่เคียงข้างคนรักในวาระสุดท้าย เพราะประเทศไทยยังไม่มีสิทธิ ‘ลาไปดูแล' หรือ ‘ลาไปบอกลา' อย่างเป็นทางการ หลายคนจึงต้องเลือกระหว่างหน้าที่การงานกับช่วงเวลาสุดท้ายที่ไม่มีวันหวนคืน . แม้สิทธิเหล่านี้อาจดูเป็นเรื่องเล็กน้อยในระบบแรงงาน แต่ในมุมของความเป็นมนุษย์ มันคือโอกาสในการเยียวยาความสัมพันธ์ และเติมเต็มคุณภาพชีวิตในช่วงท้ายให้สมบูรณ์ที่สุด ถึงเวลาแล้วหรือไม่ที่สังคมไทยจะเริ่มต้นพูดคุยเรื่องนี้อย่างจริงจัง เพราะสิทธิดังกล่าวไม่ควรเป็นเพียงแค่ ‘ความโชคดี' หรือ ‘ความเมตตา' ของบริษัทใดบริษัทหนึ่งเท่านั้น . 101 In Focus ตอนนี้ ชวนสำรวจความหมายของสิทธิ ‘ลาไปดูแล' หรือ ‘ลาไปบอกลา' ต่อมนุษย์ ระบบแรงงาน และระบบสาธารณสุขไทย พร้อมมองไปข้างหน้าถึงก้าวต่อไปที่สังคมไทยควรร่วมกันผลักดัน .

South Alabama's Big Mama Thornton sang "Hound Dog" before Elvis Presley kickstarted his career with his own version. In Focus visits with filmmaker Robert Clem who shares Big Mama Thornton's backstory.

On Today's In Focus, we meet the hosts of NPR's new Sea Camp series, in the Short Wave podcast. They tell us how shifting ocean currents are a factor in the storms and devastating floods affecting the U.S.

The Cloverdale Playhouse offers a cool space that's fully engaged with the river region community. Artistic director Sam Wooten tells In Focus what's happening at the Montgomery theater.

In Focus: 07/20/25 - Andrea Wilson - Executive Director or PATH (People Attempting to Help)

Each summer we have the privilege of hosting special guests pastors and leaders from our Every Nation Churches Family. This is an incredible time of getting to hear from and receive from other parts of the Body of Christ that God has sovereignly connected us to within our broader spiritual family. We believe there are specific words of encouragement and challenge that will be delivered each Sunday throughout the month of July. At In Focus Church, love God, love people and reach the world with God's love is more than a mission statement, it is how we want to live. We want to boldly share the love of Jesus with others. We hope you will want to be apart of what God is doing in and through IFC as we continue to be, and become even more the House of Miracles we are destined to be. Your story could be the next miracle! Along with a powerful time in the Word of God, we will also be able to worship God wholeheartedly as He deserves. Whether you join us in person or online, we look forward to worshiping with you! And if you are coming on Sunday, bring someone with you! God is about to do some more miracles! Connect with Pastor Brent on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brentgarrard/ Connect with Pastor Brent on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorbrentgarrard Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infocuschurch/ Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/infocuschurch Learn more about In Focus and what we have going on by visiting our website at https://infocus.church

ACT launched its annual rally with a nod to coalition unity - but its leader David Seymour quickly stirred discord with a fiery letter to the United Nations. In Focus on Politics this week, RNZ acting political editor Craig McCulloch examines the three-way coalition dynamic. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

7 กรกฎาคมที่ผ่านมา ประธานาธิบดีสหรัฐฯ โดนัลด์ ทรัมป์ ร่อนจดหมายถึงรัฐบาลไทย ระบุตัวเลขภาษีสินค้านำเข้าเรียกเก็บจากไทยสูงถึง 36% กลายเป็นโจทย์ยากที่รัฐบาลไทยต้องเร่งเจรจาต่อรองกับสหรัฐฯ เพื่อลดตัวเลขให้ได้ ก่อนที่เส้นตายใหม่ใกล้จะมาถึงในวันที่ 1 สิงหาคมนี้ . ระหว่างที่เรากำลังรอลุ้นว่ารัฐบาลไทยจะเจรจาสำเร็จหรือไม่ และตัวเลขสุดท้ายจะจบที่เท่าไหร่ 101 In Focus ตอนนี้ชวนมาวิเคราะห์เบื้องลึกการเล่นเกมภาษีของทรัมป์ พร้อมชวนมองแนวโน้มของไทยว่าผลกระทบจากภาษีที่จะเกิดกับเราคืออะไรบ้าง และในเวลาอีกราวสองสัปดาห์ที่เหลืออยู่ก่อนเส้นตายใหม่นี้ ไทยจะมีหนทางเจรจาอย่างไรได้บ้าง .

There are over seven hundred farms in Alabama that have operated for a century or more. In Focus talks with the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries today about those farms.

If you're a fan of true crime stories, Troy Public Radio introduces a new podcast with host Ann Kenda - "Inside Job: Understanding Vicky White." Ann visits In Focus today with a preview. You can listen to Inside Job on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

Complex lending challenges make it more important than ever for lenders to truly understand brokers' needs and to build solutions that fit every scenario. In this episode of In Focus, we sit down with Damien Simonfi, founder and CEO of Capital Bridging Finance, to explore his 20-year journey in bridging finance and how he continues to help brokers find solutions to even the most complex lending challenges. How brokers' needs have evolved over the past two decades. Why listening and understanding are at the heart of effective lending. How Capital Bridging Finance's broker-first approach has shaped its success ahead of its 10-year anniversary. And much more!

In Focus: 07/13/25- Congressman Nathaniel Moran - The Big Beautiful Bill

Each summer we have the privilege of hosting special guests pastors and leaders from our Every Nation Churches Family. This is an incredible time of getting to hear from and receive from other parts of the Body of Christ that God has sovereignly connected us to within our broader spiritual family. We believe there are specific words of encouragement and challenge that will be delivered each Sunday throughout the month of July. At In Focus Church, love God, love people and reach the world with God's love is more than a mission statement, it is how we want to live. We want to boldly share the love of Jesus with others. We hope you will want to be apart of what God is doing in and through IFC as we continue to be, and become even more the House of Miracles we are destined to be. Your story could be the next miracle! Along with a powerful time in the Word of God, we will also be able to worship God wholeheartedly as He deserves. Whether you join us in person or online, we look forward to worshiping with you! And if you are coming on Sunday, bring someone with you! God is about to do some more miracles! Connect with Pastor Brent on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brentgarrard/ Connect with Pastor Brent on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorbrentgarrard Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infocuschurch/ Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/infocuschurch Learn more about In Focus and what we have going on by visiting our website at https://infocus.church

เมื่อวันที่ 13 มิถุนายนที่ผ่านมา อิสราเอลดำเนินปฏิบัติการ ‘สิงห์ผงาด' (Operation Rising Lion) โจมตีโรงงานนิวเคลียร์ของอิหร่าน ยังผลให้ความสัมพันธ์ระหว่างสองประเทศที่ตึงเครียดอยู่แล้วมาถึงจุดแตกหักทันที เพราะอิหร่านก็ตอบโต้ยิงโดรนสวนกลับจนกลายเป็นสมรภูมิเดือด . สหรัฐอเมริกากระโจนเข้ามาซ้ำสถานการณ์ เมื่อวันที่ 22 มิถุนายน สหรัฐอเมริกาใต้การนำของ โดนัลด์ ทรัมป์ (Donald Trump) ก็โจมตีฐานนิวเคลียร์ของอิหร่านสามแห่ง กลายเป็นศึกสงครามแห่งภาคพื้นตะวันออกกลางที่ประชาคมโลกร่วมกันจับตาอย่างหวาดหวั่น . 101 In Focus สัปดาห์นี้ ชวนสำรวจข้อพิพาทในตะวันออกกลางกับชาติตะวันตก และหนทางที่เป็นไปได้ของความขัดแย้งเหล่านี้ในอนาคต .

Small businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy, and In Focus shares news from the Small Business Administration about the Made in America Manufacturing Initiative.

A groundswell of brokers has been folding asset finance into their business models to provide more solutions to clients while diversifying their revenue streams. But how exactly is it done? In this episode of In Focus, we sit down with Tom Caesar, the group executive of asset finance at LMG, to discuss the evolving trends in the industry, how brokers can harness asset finance to scale their businesses, and why offering asset finance doesn't necessarily mean brokers have to write it themselves. Tune in to find out: How the top asset finance brokers are winning. The power of referral networks. The big disruptions and opportunities in the asset finance space. And much more!

The Wizard of Oz is coming to the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, and In Focus brings you a preview with Greta Lambert, a fan favorite who plays the Wicked Witch of the West.

Christiane Trapp blickt als Kriminologin tief in die Abgründe unserer Gesellschaft – und «growlt» mit noch tieferer Stimme als Metal-Musikerin auf der Bühne. Sie ist Spezialistin für ungeklärte Mordfälle, Forscherin, Mutter. Warum glaubt sie an das Gute im Menschen? Christiane Trapp ist eine der wenigen Frauen, die diesen Job in der Schweiz machen: Sie leitet die Cold-Case-Taskforce der Polizei Basel-Landschaft und arbeitet an Fällen, die oft jahrzehntelang unbeachtet blieben. In «Focus» spricht die Solothurnerin über die unbedingte Gerechtigkeit für Opfer oder über die zunehmende häusliche Gewalt: «Du brauchst dich nicht vor Fremden zu fürchten. Angst haben musst du vor Menschen, die du kennst». Mit Kathrin Hönegger spricht sie darüber, was sie antreibt – und wie sie in der Kunst ein Ventil für den Horror der Welt gefunden hat.

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In Focus on Politics this week, RNZ's Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira goes to Opaea Marae, just north of Taihape, as Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp is laid to rest. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

ไดโนเสาร์เป็นสิ่งมีชีวิตจากอดีตกาลอันไกลโพ้น ที่แม้จะสูญพันธุ์ไปแล้วหลายล้านปี แต่ก็ยังมีชีวิตอยู่ในความสนใจของมนุษย์เสมอ ไม่ว่าจะผ่านจอภาพยนตร์ สื่อ หรือการศึกษาวิจัยทางวิทยาศาสตร์ที่พยายามไขความลับของโลกในยุคนั้นจากร่องรอยที่ยังหลงเหลืออยู่ . ไทยถือเป็นหนึ่งในประเทศที่น่าจับตาในแวดวงการขุดค้นและศึกษาฟอสซิลไดโนเสาร์ ปัจจุบันเราพบไดโนเสาร์ในไทยถึง 13 สายพันธุ์ และมีถึง 5 สายพันธุ์ใหม่ของโลกที่เจอใน ‘หุบเขาภูเวียง' จังหวัดขอนแก่น . 101 In Focus สัปดาห์นี้ พาท่องไปใน ‘ภูเวียง' หุบเขาโบราณที่เก็บซากดึกดำบรรพ์ของสัตว์ในยุคก่อนมนุษย์ถือกำเนิด ไปจนถึงหน้าผาและชั้นหินตะกอนที่เป็นเหมือนไทม์แมชชีนทางธรณีวิทยา พาเราย้อนไปไกลกว่า 130 ล้านปีก่อน และยังเชื่อมต่อถึงอารยธรรมมนุษย์ยุคปัจจุบัน .

Send us a textGet ready for a mind-blowing deep dive into the science of spontaneous combustion! Scott and Chastity catch up on their busy schedules, with Scott fresh from teaching at the Fire Investigator Academy in Fresno where students bond over four intensive weeks of training. The hosts discuss recent marine fire investigation training and upcoming wildland classes before diving into the main event.The Doug Byron Interview: Spontaneous Combustion MasterclassThe real star of this episode is Dr. Doug Byron from Fast Labs, a renowned expert in spontaneous combustion who's been practicing forensic scientific testing for 30 years. His journey into fire forensics began unexpectedly after a car accident derailed his military aviation plans, leading him to answer phones at his father's ATF laboratory - and the rest is history.Doug definitively settles the mulch pile debate that plagues investigators: small playground mulch piles CANNOT spontaneously combust. The mass simply isn't there for heat retention. But here's the kicker - castor oil in hair products can absolutely cause spontaneous ignition in laundry baskets, something most investigators have never encountered.The episode reveals why Friday and Saturday night commercial fires often involve spontaneous combustion - workers rushing to leave for the weekend skip proper rag disposal protocols. Doug explains the fascinating science behind cooking oil fires in restaurants, particularly Mediterranean and Mexican establishments where heavy oils create perfect storm conditions.Pro Tips That Will Blow Your Mind:Your HVAC filter can be tested for byproducts of spontaneous combustion reactions - a forensic goldmine most investigators never considerDryer cool-down cycles exist for a reason - removing clothes early creates dangerous conditionsCotton rags can retain oils through multiple wash cycles, remaining reactive for weeksMicrofiber rags actually prevent spontaneous combustion because they melt before reaching critical temperaturesThe Flowchart RevolutionPerhaps the most exciting development discussed is the creation of a spontaneous combustion investigation flowchart, inspired by student Sawyer's brilliant suggestion. This practical tool will help investigators systematically evaluate scenes and communicate effectively with laboratories.Doug shares incredible case studies including hay bales (biological degradation), recycling super bags, and even latex gloves in warehouses. The science behind "clinkers" - those concrete-like masses found in burned materials - gets thoroughly explained, debunking old myths about their diagnostic value.The conversation explores the differences between chemical reactions (cooking oils, wood stains) and biological processes (hay, organic materials). Doug explains why spray paints can self-heat but rarely ignite, and shares a jaw-dropping case involving aluminum signs with linseed oil ink that reached over 1,500 degrees Fahrenheit before open flame.The episode concludes with information about upcoming training opportunities, including marine fire investigation in Boise and the Illinois Chapter seminar where Scott and Chastity will teach AI applications and defensive report writing strategies.This episode is essential listening for any fire investigator serious about understanding spontaneous combustion. Doug Byron's expertise, combined with practical case studies and actiThank you for listening! If you enjoyed the episode, give us 5 stars, hit the follow button, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you are listening in from. Follow us on social media!Instagram: @infocus_podcastLinkedIn: INFOCUS podcastFacebook: INFOCUS podcastTikTok: @infocus_podcast

In Focus recently went on the road to Opelika, where aquatic ecologist Bill Deutsch met us for a hike in the Wood Duck Heritage Preserve and Nature Park.

In Focus brings you one of the most unusual survival stories we've ever heard, and it's about the Mayflower. Lynn Schlick joins us today from the Alabama Genealogical Society.

The mortgage landscape is undergoing a period of rapid transformation at the moment, with technology rapidly accelerating the “time to yes” and enhancing the broker and customer experience. In this episode of In Focus, host Annie Kane sits down with Natalie Sheehan, head of broker distribution at Bendigo Bank, to delve into the bank's new lending platform and how it is transforming the broker and client journey. Tune in to find out: Why Bendigo Bank embarked on a major digital transformation focusing on the broker channel. How the new lending platform is significantly reducing “"time to yes”". Bendigo Bank's strategy for supporting new brokers entering the industry. Key trends and forecasts for the Australian mortgage market in the upcoming financial year. And much more!

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การใช้สปายแวร์สอดแนมกลายเป็นเทรนด์ของรัฐบาลทั่วโลก รวมถึงรัฐบาลไทย ทั้งการสอดแนมคนในประเทศที่วิพากษ์วิจารณ์รัฐบาล อย่างนักการเมืองฝ่ายค้าน นักกิจกรรม นักข่าว เอ็นจีโอ จนถึงตามไปสอดแนมผู้ลี้ภัยในต่างประเทศ . ปัญหาสำคัญคือการดำเนินคดีเอาผิดตามกระบวนการยุติธรรมกลายเป็นเรื่องยากในหลายประเทศ . 101 In Focus สัปดาห์นี้จึงชวนสำรวจประสบการณ์ของเหล่านักกฎหมายจากหลายพื้นที่ในโลกที่เคยมีประสบการณ์ต่อสู้คดีเพกาซัสและพบปัญหามหาศาลที่ทำให้ไม่ได้รับความยุติธรรม . ร่วมกันหาคำตอบว่า บริษัทสปายแวร์เอาตัวรอดในศาลอย่างไร เหตุผลอะไรบ้างที่ศาลจะไม่รับคดีไว้พิจารณา รัฐบาลใช้ข้ออ้างอะไรในการสอดแนม และทางออกของเรื่องนี้คืออะไร .

There's nothing like the NBA and NHL Finals… unless you count professional pillow fighting.  In this episode, Father Dave and Deacon Bob celebrate the end of the sports season with a rundown of the Stanley Cup, the NBA Finals, and the rise of summer's strangest athletic events, including the Pillow Fighting Championship (yes, it's real).  But the heart of the episode is hope—the kind that doesn't come from scores or summer plans, but from Christ. They reflect on the Eucharist, the Sacred and Immaculate Hearts, and the graces poured out at recent conferences at Franciscan and Notre Dame. From youth ministry to marriage milestones, they explore what it means to trust God with both our spiritual and everyday needs.  Naturally, they go off on tangents, from hotel bathrobes and awkward airline announcements to anniversary shoutouts and the idea of launching a Franciscan pillow-fighting team (tentative name: the Franciscan Feathers).    Highlighted Sections  (00:00) Bathrobes, Notre Dame, and the $175 Upcharge  Deacon Bob checks in from the Morris Inn at the University of Notre Dame, complimentary robe included. He's there for Notre Dame Vision, a youth program inviting high schoolers into deeper faith. (03:30) Sports Wrap and the Rise of Pillow Fighting  From there, they pivot to sports: the Florida Panthers clinch the Stanley Cup, Oklahoma City Thunder top the Pacers in Game 7, and Canada's Stanley Cup drought continues. And just when you think sports can't get weirder—enter the Pillow Fighting Championship, now with corporate sponsorships and, apparently, rules.  (10:31) Augustine and Airport Public Shaming  Fr. Dave highlights a recent In Focus episode featuring Dr. Shane Owens, where they unpack the enduring relevance of St. Augustine's Confessions in a world increasingly shaped by AI and secular culture. The conversation quickly pivots, though, as Deacon Bob shares a less lofty moment: a painfully awkward moment from his flight to South Bend, where a bathroom break turned into a public shaming over the intercom.  (19:29) Hope as Grace: Conferences and Franciscan Honeymoon  Father Dave shares stories from the Power and Purpose Conference, themed around hope. He reflects on hope as a grace—not just good vibes or optimism—and mentions a couple who spent their 50th wedding anniversary and a couple on their honeymoon at the same event.  (23:01) Corpus Christi and the God Who Satisfies  Jesus didn't just meet spiritual needs. He fed the crowds too. Father Dave and Deacon Bob explore how our trust in God is often strong in the abstract, but wavers in daily stresses. They tie it back to Corpus Christi, Romans 5, and the gift of the Holy Spirit.  (28:34) Sacred Hearts, Summer Kickoffs, and Marriage Milestones  Deacon Bob celebrates 28 years of marriage on the same day as the Feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. He also gives a shoutout to the kickoff of Franciscan's high school youth conferences and the ongoing Priests, Deacons, and Seminarians Retreat.  (31:10) Praying for Peace in a Complicated World  The hosts close with a prayer for peace amid global tensions, especially in the Middle East and Ukraine. They close with a reflection on Pope Leo's Angelus invitation to prayer and remind listeners that lasting peace only comes from the Heart of Christ.    Resources & Mentions  ·                     Power and Purpose Conference – A weekend of renewal, prayer, and worship through Steubenville Conferences.   ·                     Notre Dame Vision – A summer youth program helping teens hear God's call.  ·                     Romans 15:13 and Romans 5:5 – Scriptures that anchor this episode's theme of hope  ·                     Pope Leo XIV: Son of St. Augustine– Watch the latest In Focus episode with guest Dr. Shane Owens on Faith & Reason.   ·                     Pillow Fighting Championship– Yes, it's real. Yes, it has rules. Yes, you're going to Google it. 

In Focus brings you part two of George Wallace, Jr.'s interview about his late father and the 1972 assassination attempt on his life.

One of the twentieth century's larger than life political figures was Alabama Governor George Wallace. His son visits In Focus for The Storyline book series, with a two-part interview about his father's journey from segregation to racial reconciliation.

In observance of the legacy of Juneteenth, In Focus brings you a conversation with Willie Mae Brown, whose life was changed when she heard Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., speak in Selma.

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Send us a textIn this compelling episode, host Chasity Owens delivers a solo intro while Scott Kuhlman attends Marine Fire Investigation training through IAAI. This special episode features inspiring stories from Guatemala and engaging conversations with dedicated podcast listeners, showcasing the global reach and impact of fire investigation.Key HighlightsBreaking Ground in Guatemala: Gretel's remarkable story of becoming Guatemala's first and only certified fire investigator after starting as a technology coach for struggling firefighters in 2014. Despite having no prior fire investigation knowledge, her engineering background and passion for learning led her to pursue training across multiple countries, paying out of pocket to build the expertise her country desperately needed.Building a Fire Investigation Program: Learn how Gretel established her own fire investigation company, handling approximately 100 cases annually across Guatemala and Central America while training new investigators and maintaining her volunteer firefighter duties. Her work fills a critical gap where no public fire investigation services existed.The Construction Connection: Both Braden and Dale emphasize the crucial importance of understanding building construction in fire investigation. Their backgrounds in code enforcement and construction provide invaluable insights into how buildings are designed, and built, and how fire travels through different structural systems.International Training Efforts: The episode explores ongoing efforts to bring fire investigation training to underserved regions, including recent IAAI fundamentals training in Guatemala and upcoming programs in Colombia, Paraguay, and Chile.Training AnnouncementsArizona Annual Training Conference: July 23-25 in Prescott, ArizonaGeorgia ATC: July 28-31 in Savannah, Georgia (featuring EV fires, solar panel investigations, and serial arsonist profiling)California Conference of Arson Investigators: October 6-9 (includes live burn day)Sponsor SpotlightThe episode features Clean Space respiratory protection systems, highlighting improved visibility, comfort, and safety for fire scene investigations. Contact Tim Costa at 401-573-5341 or tim.costa@itl.us for more information.Episode TakeawaysThis episode powerfully demonstrates the universal need for fire investigation expertise and the dedication required to build these capabilities from scratch. Gretel's story serves as an inspiration for investigators worldwide, while the listener segment reinforces the importance of networking and continuous learning within the fire investigation community. The diverse backgrounds of all guests underscore how different professional experiences enhance fire investigation capabilities.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual hosts and guests and do not necessarily represent official positions of affiliated organizations.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the episode, give us 5 stars, hit the follow button, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you are listening in from. Follow us on social media!Instagram: @infocus_podcastLinkedIn: INFOCUS podcastFacebook: INFOCUS podcastTikTok: @infocus_podcast

During the summer travel season, In Focus brings you an opportunity to travel through history by retracing Lafayette's 1825 victory tour in Alabama and Georgia, fifty years after the American Revolution.

Today on In Focus, as weather forecaster predict an above normal hurricane season, NPR investigative journalist Laura Sullivan recounts her experience covering Hurricane Helene last September.

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Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, joins In Focus for the weekly Newswrap.

“อยู่กับป่าให้รักษาป่า อยู่กับน้ำให้รักษาน้ำ” นี่คือคำสอนที่ถูกส่งต่อจากรุ่นสู่รุ่น ภายในกลุ่มชาติพันธุ์ปกาเกอะญอที่อาศัยอยู่บริเวณดอยช้างป่าแป๋ จ.ลำพูน . “ไม่มีใครยกแผ่นดินไปได้” ส่วนนี่คือเสียงจากสตรีกะเหรี่ยงโผล่วที่อาศัยอยู่ลุ่มน้ำลำตะเพิน จ.สุพรรณบุรี สะท้อนถึงหัวใจสำคัญของการต่อสู้เพื่อสิทธิที่ดินทำกิน . กลุ่มชาติพันธุ์มักมีวิถีชีวิตและจิตวิญญาณที่เชื่อมโยงอยู่กับป่า ทว่าพวกเขาจำนวนมากมักเผชิญกับข้อกล่าวหาว่าเป็นกลุ่มที่ทำลายป่าและทำลายธรรมชาติ ทั้งยังต้องเผชิญอคติทางชาติพันธุ์สารพัดเพียงเพราะวิถีชีวิตที่แตกต่าง . ซ้ำร้ายคือต้องเผชิญความยากลำบากจากนโยบายของรัฐ -นโยบายที่ส่งผลกระทบต่อที่ดินทำกิน- ซึ่งมักจะสัมพันธ์เชื่อมโยงกับข้อครหาเรื่องการบุกรุกทำลายป่า แม้พวกเขาจะมีนวัตกรรมและภูมิปัญญาเพื่อรักษาป่าก็ตาม . 101 In Focus สัปดาห์นี้ ชวนทุกคนออกเดินทางไปดอยช้างป่าแป๋ ก่อนจะลัดเลาะลงมาที่ลุ่มน้ำลำตะเพิน เพื่อสัมผัสและทำความเข้าใจวิถีชีวิตกลุ่มชาติพันธุ์ ตลอดจนการต่อสู้และเรียกร้องสิทธิขั้นพื้นฐาน (ที่ไม่ใช่อภิสิทธิ์) และชวนทำความเข้าใจว่าคนกับป่าสามารถอยู่ร่วมกันได้อย่างไร .

In honor of Flag Day June 14th, In Focus brings you an interview from the summer of 2024 with two Lieutenant Colonel instructor pilots at Maxwell Air Force Base. They discussed the new Grey Wolf helicopter and its mission to protect the U.S. Northern Tier missile sites.

On August 24, 2021, Meredith Eberhart, whose trail name is Nimblewill Nomad, became the oldest person at age 83 to hike the Appalachian Trail, which stretches from Maine to Georgia. In Focus brings you his interview atop Flagg Mountain, as the crowd welcomed him home.

As part of our In Focus series, we examine the impact of U.S. global aid cuts on women and girls around the world.

Der Pianist, der die Musik verliert – und wiederfindet: Stefan Rusconis Welt verstummt, als sein Bandkollege stirbt. Der Zürcher Jazzmusiker hört auf zu spielen, zieht sich zurück. In der Stille begegnet er Neuem: der Faszination von Pilzen und dem Bogenschiessen – und sich selbst. Stets gefeiert als einer der aufregendsten Jazzpianisten der Schweiz, kehrte Stefan Rusconi der Bühne den Rücken. Dem Tod des Freundes folgte eine tiefe Depression – er konnte keine Musik mehr hören oder spielen. In einer Lebensphase, in der er als Musiker und junger Vater eigentlich hätte aufblühen sollen, nahm er Abschied von Zielen, Tourneen und Applaus: «Nichts ging mehr. Meine Tochter hatte einen Pianisten zum Vater, den sie noch nie spielen gesehen hatte», sagt Rusconi rückblickend. Sieben Jahre lang bleibt seine Welt still – bis ihn ein Filmprojekt unerwartet zurück an das Piano führt – und er zurück zur Musik findet. «Ich habe wieder eine Zukunft – es fühlt sich so gut an.» In «Focus» spricht Stefan Rusconi mit Kathrin Hönegger über die Kunst, neu zu beginnen und den Mut, nicht aufzugeben. Triggerwarnung: Wir sprechen in dieser Folge über Depression, Tod und Folgen von sexualisier Gewalt.

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Send us a textIn this episode, hosts Scott Kuhlman and Chasity Owens deliver another compelling installment from the International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI) training conference. Recording remotely while Scott teaches at the Fire Investigator Academy in Fresno, the duo presents an illuminating conversation with Rick and Cassandra Jones, two passionate advocates for fire investigation certification and training excellence.Rick Jones shares his journey from law enforcement canine handler to IAAI board member and eventual president during the challenging COVID-19 period, where he helped pivot the organization to remote training delivery. His wife Cassandra, with her educational background in English, brings her expertise in report writing and program development to their shared mission of elevating industry standards. Together, they've built a successful fire investigation company while dedicating countless volunteer hours to improving certification programs and training quality across the field.The conversation centers on the critical importance of obtaining professional certifications, particularly the Evidence Collection Technician (ECT) program. The Joneses announce significant updates to certification requirements, including the elimination of mandatory evidence collection numbers in favor of training-based qualifications and the addition of five new evidence categories specifically designed for private-side investigators. These changes address long-standing concerns from investigators who participate in evidence collection but may not physically handle items themselves, making certifications more accessible while maintaining rigorous standards.Rick and Cassandra emphasize that certifications serve as third-party validation of an investigator's competency, going beyond the minimum requirements of NFPA 1033 to include practical demonstrations and courtroom testimony experience. They detail the upcoming alignment of all IAAI certifications to five-year renewal cycles, streamlining the process for investigators while ensuring continued professional development. The couple's commitment extends to personally answering questions from members, with Rick providing his direct phone number and encouraging investigators at all levels to reach out for guidance.The episode also highlights the Joneses' innovative internship program, where university students pursuing fire investigation degrees spend 5-7 weeks living and working with their company, gaining invaluable real-world experience. These stories, including humorous accounts of interns learning the realities of hands-and-knees scene processing, demonstrate their dedication to nurturing the next generation of fire investigators.Scott and Chasity wrap up with their popular segments, including "We Train Frequently" spotlighting upcoming conferences in Arizona and Georgia, and "Can You Use It In A Sentence" continuing their educational series on fire investigation terminology. The hosts also address listener questions about accessing Science Advisory Work Group meetings, explaining the confidential nature of these peer review sessions while encouraging participation in local chapters.This episode reinforces the podcast's mission of connecting the fire investigation community through shared knowledge and professional development opportunities, showcasing how industry leaders like Rick and Cassandra Jones are working tirelessly to advance the field through improved training and certificaThank you for listening! If you enjoyed the episode, give us 5 stars, hit the follow button, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you are listening in from. Follow us on social media!Instagram: @infocus_podcastLinkedIn: INFOCUS podcastFacebook: INFOCUS podcastTikTok: @infocus_podcast

In our In Focus series, we investigate the use of mass sexual violence as a weapon of war in Sudan. Executive Producer: Francesca Gilardi Quadrio Curzio Sound Design: Andrija Klaric

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In Focus on Politics, RNZ deputy political editor Craig McCulloch sits down with the incoming and outgoing deputy prime ministers to mark the historic handover. David Seymour is vowing to keep speaking freely, while an unshackled Winston Peters shifts into campaign mode. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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