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With political polls predicting a knife-edge election, what is the opposition promising, how could all three parties work together, and who's really in charge on that side of the house? In Focus on Politics, political reporter Anneke Smith takes a look at the state of the opposition one year out from the 2026 Election. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Focus on Politics, the government's long-expected rework of NCEA morphed into a full replacement - at least, that's how the prime minister sold it. Teachers and students alike are uncertain about the details and worried about the short timeframes, and some think 'scrap' may just mean 'rework'. RNZ Education Correspondent John Gerritsen examines the changes. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

หลายครัวเรือนบริเวณชายแดน ไทย-กัมพูชา มีเด็กอาศัยอยู่ . นักเรียนอย่างน้อยห้าคนเสียชีวิตจากการโจมตีระหว่างไทยและกัมพูชา และนอกจากการสูญเสียชีวิตและทรัพย์สินแล้ว สิ่งที่น่าเป็นห่วงมากสำหรับเด็กและเยาวชนคือปัญหาสุขภาพจิตและพัฒนาการต่างๆ เนื่องจากโรงเรียนจำนวนมากปิดการเรียนการสอนในช่วงของความขัดแย้ง และเด็กจำนวนมากต้องอพยพโยกย้ายไปอาศัยนอกพื้นที่ . หากสังคมไทยไม่ช่วยกันดูแลและโอบอุ้มเด็กในภาวะเช่นนี้ให้ดี เด็กรุ่นนี้อาจกลายเป็น lost generation ที่ได้รับผลกระทบด้านพัฒนาการและมีปัญหาด้านสุขภาพจิตได้ และที่น่ากลัวคืออาจไม่ใช่เด็กชายแดนไทยเท่านั้นที่ได้รับผลกระทบนี้ . แม้แต่เด็กกรุงเทพฯ หรือจังหวัดอื่นก็อาจได้รับผลกระทบเช่นกัน 101 In Focus สัปดาห์นี้ ชวนคุยเรื่องผลกระทบจากสงครามต่อเด็กและเยาวชนในหลายแง่มุม เริ่มจากประสบการณ์เรื่องเล่าจากครูชายแดน ถึงวินาทีที่เกิดการโจมตีระหว่างสองประเทศจนอพยพกันแทบไม่ทัน ไปจนถึงมุมมองจากสองแพทย์เด็กถึงผลกระทบและวิธีการรับมือ .

Today on In Focus, The Loose Records Project of the Alabama Genealogical Society can uncover new information about an ancestor.

After Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announced its decision to lay off 12,000 employees, Nasscom (National Association of Software and Service Companies) said that the tech industry is at an “infliction point” due to the increasing integration of AI and automation into core business operations. Meanwhile, the All India Professionals' Congress (AIPC), in conjunction with IT employee unions and forums, is pursuing strategies to address the issue of layoffs in the IT sector. It plans to raise this matter in Parliament, advocating for a policy that would cap the pay disparity between top leadership and average employees. Should there be a ceiling on salaries of top management? In this In Focus-Parley episode, we discuss the question. Guests: Praveen Chakravarty, chairperson, All India Professionals' Congress; Sridhar Kundu, consultant economist, World Bank Host: A.M. Jigeesh Edited by: Sharmada Venkatasubramanian You can now find The Hindu's podcasts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Stitcher. Search for In Focus by The Hindu. Write to us with comments and feedback at socmed4@thehindu.co.in Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Pat speaks with Jane Ridder, Financial Adviser and Mortgage Broker at Infocus. They discuss how her advice business leverages AI, automation, and an integrated tech stack to deliver highly personalised and efficient client experiences. Jane Ridder LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janeridder/ Infocus Website: https://www.infocus.com.au/office/?location=infocus-sydney-st-leonards A world of community awaits you at Netwealth: https://ensombl.com/go/20250808 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

It's not just about bricks- it's about valuesIn this episode of the Honest Property Podcast, Becky and Ruth are joined by wealth strategist Vicky Wusche for a thought-provoking conversation on what wealth really means. Together, they explore how financial freedom, property investment, and sustainability can work hand-in-hand — and how questioning traditional systems (from education to social media) can lead to a more aligned, fulfilling life.What we cover:Why aligning wealth with your values changes everythingHow property can serve people, not just portfoliosRethinking education and future-proofing our kidsThe role of sustainability in modern investingFinancial resilience and questioning mainstream adviceTakeaways:Wealth isn't just about money — it's about choiceSustainability and community impact matterMicro shifts create long-term changeQuestion everything — especially the systems you were raised inFocus on building a life that's true to youChapters02:01 The Importance of Aligned Wealth05:25 Rethinking Property Ownership07:52 Education and Its Evolution12:07 Challenging Traditional Education14:46 The Role of AI in Education17:45 Societal Shifts and Property Investment20:12 Questioning Everything22:58 Personal Experiences and Life Lessons24:36 The Importance of Local and Sustainable Choices26:15 Wealth, Health, and Community Impact27:34 Questioning Success and Personal Values31:20 Aligning Goals with Personal Values35:25 Navigating Market Changes and Sustainability38:02 Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Living41:32 Final Thoughts on Values and Adaptabilityconnect with Vicki on socials: @VickiWusche except instagram @Vicki_WuscheVicki offers a free YT course for women on money and investing. The wealthy life Community a store of resources, mentorship and bespoke source and property business development service

In Focus: 08/03/25 - Alana Husband - Director of Tyler Deaf and Hearing Center

วงการสงฆ์ไทยกำลังเผชิญวิกฤตศรัทธาจากกรณีอดีตเจ้าอาวาสวัดไร่ขิงยักยอกเงินวัด 300 ล้านบาท และกรณี ‘สีกากอล์ฟ' ที่ถูกแจ้งข้อหาสนับสนุนเจ้าพนักงานปฏิบัติหน้าที่โดยมิชอบ รับของโจร และฟอกเงิน โดยมีเงินหมุนเวียนในบัญชีถึง 385 ล้านบาท ทั้งยังมีพระชั้นผู้ใหญ่หลายรูปที่ประกาศลาสิกขา เนื่องจากถูกกล่าวหาว่าพัวพันกับสีกาคนดังกล่าว . ปรากฏการณ์ที่ตามมาคือ หลายฝ่ายมีข้อเสนอให้สร้างความโปร่งใสในการจัดการเงินวัด และเรียกร้องให้รัฐใช้อำนาจสังคายนาจัดการพระที่ทำผิดวินัยร้ายแรง จนล่าสุดพรรคเพื่อไทยก็มีท่าทีตอบสนอง พร้อมประกาศเตรียมยกร่าง พ.ร.บ.คุ้มครองพุทธศาสนาฯ . 101 In Focus สัปดาห์นี้ ชวนคุยเรื่องวงการสงฆ์ หาคำตอบว่าเราควรมีแนวทางจัดการเงินวัดอย่างไร อะไรคืออุปสรรคที่ทำให้ไปไม่ถึงความโปร่งใส ตลอดจนชวนมองภาพใหญ่ถึงประเด็นการออกกฎหมายคุ้มครองพุทธศาสนา และตั้งคำถามสำคัญว่าความสัมพันธ์ระหว่าง ‘รัฐ' กับ ‘ศาสนา' ควรเป็นอย่างไรในสังคมปัจจุบัน .

Today's In Focus brings news of an artistic collaboration between poet Jeanie Thompson and composer Larry Mitchell with their debut album about Helen Keller.

Today's In Focus features a conversation with poet Jeanie Thompson, discussing her new digital album with Larry Mitchell about the life of Helen Keller.

What does it take to make the broking industry more diverse? We sit down with Finsure's Fatima Dib to discover how gender diversity is transforming Australia''s broking industry, offering flexibility and unlimited potential for women. In this episode of In Focus, host Annie Kane catches up with Fatima Dib, the head of business innovation and co-chair of Women in Finsure, to discuss why the broking industry is an appealing career choice for women and how we can be encouraging more women into the industry. Tune in to find out: Why diversity benefits the industry and clients. How the industry can better empower women in broking. Why Finsure is providing scholarships to help more women thrive in broking. And much more!

Today, Martin McCaffery, director of Montgomery's Capri Theatre, shares an update on the historic theatre and street on 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.

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!

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

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