Podcasts about initiatives

Louis Ngarambe was just eight years old when the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi began in Rwanda. In this episode of Memory, Evidence, Change, Louis shares his memories of growing up in a society increasingly divided along ethnic lines, the violence that transformed his childhood, and his family's struggle to survive. He reflects on hiding from place to place, losing his father and other family members, and the moment when, after weeks without hope, liberation finally came. Louis also discusses what came after the genocide: returning home, rebuilding a family and a life, and eventually turning his experiences toward peacebuilding and helping others. Through his work with Initiatives of Change Rwanda and other organizations, he discovered that helping others confront trauma also helped him rebuild himself. Today, Louis brings his story into classrooms across New Hampshire, helping young people understand genocide, mass violence, and the importance of confronting misinformation and denial. His story is one of devastating loss, survival, education, and the gradual return of hope. #MemoryEvidenceChange #GenocideEducation #Rwanda #GenocideAgainstTheTutsi #SurvivorStories #Peacebuilding #HolocaustAndGenocideEducation

Galway LGFA, together with their players and management, are asking for your support as we mark one of the proudest moments in our county's sporting history. After 22 long years, the Brendan martin Cup finally returned to Galway following a dramatic 2-7 to 0-12 win over Kerry. This was more than just a victory on the field. It was the result of years of dedication, player development, sacrifice, resilience and belief. The players and management gave everything in pursuit of this dream — countless hours of training, missed family time, personal sacrifices and an unwavering commitment to the Galway jersey. The team are fundraising at the moment for a well deserved team holiday and John Devlin, Damien Cosgrove and Danny McGovern joined John Mulligan to talk about the past year and upcoming initiatives as they look to 2027.  Further details on the Limited edition signed jerseys can by found by emailing treasurer.galway@lgfa.ie or chairperson.galway@lgfa.ie You can donate to the Galway Ladies Fundraiser HERE. Or you can scan the QR Code Below

Abie Isaacs, MPSDF Chair spoke to Clarence Ford on their community safety and youth development initiatives being rolled out across Mitchell’s Plain. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour-long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30 am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk56See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Thursday, and that means it's time to hear the latest on politics with The Times-Picayune/The Advocate's editorial director and columnist, Stephanie Grace. Today we discuss the New Orleans budget and the plan to dig the city out of its major deficit. Federal funds that helped unhoused people get off the streets could be taken away by the state, forcing them to move into a temporary shelter in Baton Rouge. Verite reporter Katie Jane Fernelius joins us with more. Nearly half of Louisiana residents have reported symptoms of anxiety or depression. The National Alliance on Mental Illness Southeast Louisiana, or NAMI-SELA, has been working to help Louisianans know they don't have to navigate their mental health journey alone.This Saturday (Sept. 26), NAMI will hold its annual walk for mental health to raise funds for mental health services in New Orleans. Joining us to talk about it, as well as a new effort to construct supportive housing for those struggling with severe and persistent mental illness, is Nick Richard, NAMI SELA Executive Director, who tells us about the walk and the organization's upcoming plan to construct supportive housing for those struggling with severe and persistent mental illness.—Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Bob Pavlovich. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production and technical support from Garrett Pittman, Adam Vos and our assistant producer, Aubry Procell. Our intern is Ryann Goldberg.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

In this episode of CIBC Mellon Industry Perspectives, hosted by CIBC Mellon's Cynthia Oakden, we feature three industry trailblazers who spoke at our 2026 International Women's Day event. The event panel includes Jillian Kennedy from CAAT Pension Plan, Patricia Milloy-Alfred from IGM Financial and Abrar Nantel from iA Clarington, in conversation with CIBC Mellon's Cynthia Shaw-Pereira. The candid discussion, aligned to the theme of “Give to Gain”, delves into leadership in the financial services industry, the group's professional experiences, and practical advice on empowering women to lead with purpose.This presentation contains the presenter'spersonal views and not those of CIBC Mellon or any other person. It may beconsidered advertising, and provides general information only and neither thepresenter nor CIBC Mellon nor any other person are, by means of thispresentation, rendering accounting, business, financial, investment, legal,tax, or other professional advice or services.  This presentation isintended for general informational purposes only. It may not be regarded ascomprehensive nor as a substitute for professional advice.  Before takingany particular course of action, contact your professional advisor to discussthese matters in the context of your particular circumstances.  Neitherthe presenter nor CIBC Mellon accept responsibility for any loss or damageoccasioned by your reliance on information contained in this presentation. ©2026 CIBC Mellon. CIBC Mellon is alicensed user of the CIBC trade-mark and certain BNY trade-marks, and is thecorporate brand of CIBC Mellon Trust Company. None of CIBC Mellon TrustCompany, CIBC, The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation and their affiliatesmake any representations or warranties as to its accuracy, currency orcompleteness, makes any commitment to update any information.  No part ofthe presentation is an offer or solicitation in respect of any particularstrategy and may not be construed as such.  Services referred to may notbe offered in all jurisdictions nor by all companies.CIBC Mellon does not provide investment orasset management services. This presentation, either in whole or in part, mustnot be reproduced nor referred to without the express written permission ofCIBC Mellon. Trademarks, service marks and logos belong to their respectiveowners.

Send us a text and chime in!The Town of Queen Creek is continuing its focus on transportation by identifying 20 smaller, high-impact projects designed to improve traffic flow, address delays, and make targeted improvements throughout the community. Over the past 10 years, Queen Creek has invested more than 0 million to expand, maintain, and operate a transportation network that includes more than 900 lane miles and 90 traffic signals. This fiscal year, more than million is included in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget for transportation projects, primarily larger improvements identified through the Transportation Master Plan. New this fiscal year is million dedicated specifically...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/queen-creek-transportation-initiatives/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Mark is joined by Congressman Jason Smith, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 8th Congressional District and Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, to discuss the ongoing legal confusion over Missouri's congressional district map following state Supreme Court rulings. Congressman Smith also shares insights from the recent Republican midterm convention in Dallas, offers his perspective on inflation, energy prices, and interest rate hikes, and outlines legislative efforts to uncover and prevent government fraud and waste.

It's our fall fund drive; we hope you'll take a second to donate to show how much you love Sound Politics.This week, we answered your questions -- in front of you! -- at our first live taping of Sound Politics, hosted in partnership with Seattle CityClub.Initiatives, state Supreme Court races, AI -- you brought some really great questions. We quizzed you about Washington state political history. And we got a little spicy talking about the Stranger and its sway over Seattle voters.Also: a quick update on that natural gas initiative (it's dead) from two years ago and the Bite of Seattle press conference delay story that won't go away. Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible. If you want to help out, go to https://www.kuow.org/donate/politics Sound Politics is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Catharine Smith. Our producer is Alec Cowan. Our hosts are Catharine Smith and Scott Greenstone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking living in rural areas often face barriers to support, including limited access to services, transportation and safe places to stay.This week, the commissioners spoke with Jessica Koch and Lisa Tipps from the Missoula County Community Justice Department about how Missoula County is working to combat domestic and sexual violence in our communities. Initiatives include collaborating with law enforcement, teaching healthy relationship programs in schools and supporting survivors through the court process.This episode deals with difficult topics like relationship and domestic violence. The Crime Victim Advocate Division of Missoula County is here to help you. Please call 406-258-3830 or visit their office at 317 Woody Street. YWCA Missoula is another resource and their 24-hour crisis line is 1-800-483-7858.Links mentioned in this episodeRural ProgramJust ResponseMissoula County Family Justice CenterDomestic Violence Court The Rural Program is supported by Grant No. 15JOVW-24-GG-01024-RURA awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of Justice.Text us your thoughts and comments on this episode! Thank you to Missoula's Community Media Resource for podcast recording support!

When we think about culture, compensation is rarely at the heart of the conversation. But how organizations approach pay, structure, transparency, and performance ties speaks volumes about their values and priorities. We sit down with Colleen McCreary, former Chief People Officer at Credit Karma, to explore the intricacies of compensation as a strategic organizational system. Colleen shares how a convoluted pay structure led to a complete overhaul at Credit Karma, resulting in a transparent, role-based compensation system focused on fairness and impact. We discuss pay transparency, the difference between impact and performance, eliminating performance ratings, and introducing a living wage initiative that aligned pay practices with organizational values.You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...[01:25] Transparent processes for compensation decisions [06:01] Alignment of compensation practices with company mission of financial wellness [10:41] Discussing compensation systems[20:11] Designing the employee compensation structure[30:46] Restructuring team roles and pay[33:19] Addressing pay equity issues[53:10] Developing a promotion budget model[56:14] Managing underperformers and their compensationBuilding the RelationshipPay is central to the employment relationship, the systems around it are often opaque, and inconsistent—and that breeds confusion and erodes trust. Many leaders default to inherited systems or fail to connect the dots between compensation and the broader organizational culture. This neglect carries hidden costs of noisy complaints, employee disengagement, unhealthy attrition, and management headaches. Redefining Pay TransparencyTraditionally, pay transparency means posting salary ranges or employee pay for all to see. Credit Karma's approach went much further. In their context, transparency meant everyone understood how compensation worked: how often it was evaluated, by what benchmark, and through what decision-making process. It wasn't about broadcasting individual pay; it was about demystifying systems, leveling the informational playing field, and removing the perception of favoritism or randomness.When Credit Karma rolled out its new compensation structure, employee perceptions of fairness soared. Surveys found over 90% of respondents felt their pay was fair, even if it wasn't always exactly what they wanted, compared to a baseline closer to 50%.Leveling the Playing FieldCredit Karma moved to a role-based pay system: everyone in the same role, at the same location, received the same compensation—no negotiations or special deals. Annual and merit bonuses were rolled into base salaries, and instead of annual performance increases, pay adjustments were driven by market comparisons at regular intervals.This meant that newly hired employees could no longer leapfrog existing ones in pay, removing a frequent source of managerial angst and employee resentment. Managers were freed from salary negotiations and instead spent energy on developing talent, while systemic reviews twice a year ensured pay stayed competitive without employees having to ask.Decoupling Compensation from Performance RatingsAn innovative move was uncoupling compensation from traditional performance ratings. By eliminating ratings, Credit Karma relied on promotions and defined job architecture to help employees progress, using clear criteria for advancement. To recognize outstanding contributions, they created an Exceptional Impact Program (EIP), using stock grants to reward employee impact rather than routine high performance.Acceptance rates in recruiting increased, and attrition rates fell during tumultuous periods in both the company and the wider world. The new system also built organizational trust, employees no longer questioned whether newcomers or others were being paid unfairly; they could focus on their roles and development, knowing the system was both transparent and fair. Resources & People MentionedCredit KarmaConfluentIntuitCulture AmpRadford McLagan Compensation Database SalesforceLiving Wage Calculator Colleen Wheeler McCreary on Medium Connect with Colleen McCrearyColleen McCreary on LinkedIn Connect With RedThread ResearchWebsite: RedThread ResearchOn LinkedInSubscribe to WORKPLACE STORIES

This ad posted to Youtube was part of an unprecedented 200-million-dollar initiative in California by Lyft, Uber and other firms to convince voters that workers who use their apps to find work should be classified as independent contractors, overturning 2019 state legislation that defined them as employees.发布到油管上的这则广告是来福车、优步等公司在加利福尼亚州发起的一项史无前例的2亿美元倡议活动的一部分，旨在说服选民，让他们认为使用其应用程序找工作的劳动者应被归类为独立承包商，从而推翻2019年该州将他们定义为雇员的立法。It's a big win for the companies who are no longer required to cover all their drivers for health care and paid time off.这对公司来说是个巨大的胜利，因为它们不再需要为所有司机提供医疗保险和带薪休假。The companies see their victory as a vote of confidence in their model of a third way of defining work, app-based gigs, and may inspire similar pushes elsewhere.这些公司将自己的胜利视为对其定义工作的第三种模式——基于应用程序的零工模式的信任投票，这或许会激励其他地方采取类似的举措。It's gonna be something that we're going to see affecting more than just California now at this point because other states are looking at a challenge.现在这将会影响到的不只是加州，因为其他州也正面临挑战。And that's including Massachusetts, New York and even New Jersey.包括马萨诸塞州，纽约州甚至新泽西州。Gerace supported the initiative because he said as an independent contractor, the promise of flexibility works for him.Gerace支持这项倡议，因为他表示，作为一名独立承包商，灵活性的承诺对他而言是可行的。I'm not full time, I'm part time, so I go on and off when I choose. It's much more convenient for me that way.我不是全职工作，我是兼职，所以我可以根据自己的选择随时上班或休息。那样对我来说方便多了。But opponents say the company's victory comes at the expense of workers' rights.但反对者说，该公司的胜利是以牺牲工人权利为代价的。This kind of app-based piece work may seem to offer flexibility, but it comes with serious downsides, they say.他们表示，这种基于应用程序的零工工作看似提供了灵活性，但也存在严重的弊端。The gig worker stuff in general, I think, is a problem for labor everywhere because it's making people independent contractors.总的来说，我认为零工经济的问题对各地的劳动力都构成挑战，因为它正在让人们成为独立承包商。You take away right unemployment, you take away workers comp. Anything that you kind of offer protections under the law you're losing those.你取消了正当的失业救济，你取消了工伤赔偿。任何在法律层面提供保障的内容，你都在失去它们。The victory by the app companies like Uber and Lyft may embolden other industries to pursue the third way model for their employees, some labor experts say.一些劳工专家表示，优步和来福车等应用程序公司的胜利可能会鼓励其他行业为其员工推行第三种模式。I think that maybe scarier prospect is just this sort of offers an avenue for lots of other types of companies to follow in step.我认为，或许更令人担忧的前景是，这恰恰为许多其他类型的公司提供了效仿的途径。And I wonder slash worry about instances where like a Walmart decides to say, "Hey, actually our workers are also independent contractors."我不禁会想，也会担心出现这样的情况，比如沃尔玛会宣称：“实际上我们的员工也是独立承包商。”As Uber, Lyft and other app companies look beyond California, the future of work, what it means to have a job may be a concept that is changing. 随着优步、来福车及其他应用程序公司放眼加州以外的地区，工作的未来，以及拥有一份工作意味着什么，可能是一个正在变化的概念。

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus declared on September 16, 2026, that containment initiatives targeting the Ebola crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are demonstrating promising momentum, with transmission rates declining across sections of Ituri province—yet authorities emphasize the outbreak remains substantially uncontrolled.“We are starting to see encouraging signs that we're gaining ground,” Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told a news conference in Geneva.The DRC has documented over 7,000 confirmed Ebola cases spanning seven provinces throughout this ongoing epidemic.The outbreak stems from the uncommon Bundibugyo virus, which presents distinctive intervention obstacles.While transmission is decelerating in the outbreak's core region within Ituri province and South Kivu has experienced zero new cases since May, health organizations remain apprehensive regarding extensive population movement and intensifying complications in adjacent regions such as North Kivu.Beyond 3,000 healthcare and frontline personnel have been administered Merck's Ervebo vaccine through deployment frameworks coordinated by the World Health Organization.Observational investigations and intermediate-to-advanced clinical trials conducted by the National Institute of Biomedical Research are assessing vaccine effectiveness against the Bundibugyo strain, encompassing formulations from Moderna and the University of Oxford.The World Health Organization initially recognized Ebola in 1976, emerging during two concurrent outbreaks: one in Nzara, Sudan (presently South Sudan), and another in Yambuku, Zaire (presently the Democratic Republic of the Congo, or DRC).The illness derives its designation from the Ebola River, situated near the Yambuku settlement in the DRC.Though uncommon, Ebola outbreaks have collectively impacted approximately 35,000 to 40,000+ verified instances worldwide since 1976, predominantly concentrated throughout sub-Saharan Africa.

New @greenpillnet pod out today! In this episode of the Green Pill Podcast, Griff Green returns to discuss Round 2 of the DAO Security Fund a new approach to funding and coordinating security initiatives across the Ethereum ecosystem. Griff explains what the first round revealed about the Ethereum security landscape, why Round 2 is designed to go deeper rather than wider, and how the DAO Security Fund aims to become a Schelling point for security funding coordination. The conversation covers quadratic funding, security initiatives, RFPs, grants, milestone-based funding, market adoption, formal verification, operational security, bug bounties, and the role AI could play in making Ethereum more secure. Griff also shares his vision for the DAO Security Fund: making Ethereum safer than banks by building shared infrastructure and moving the ecosystem from a reactive security posture to a proactive one. In this episode: - The results of DAO Security Fund Round 1 - What changes in Round 2 - How the new funding mechanism works - Grants vs. RFPs - Why market participation matters - Funding Ethereum's shared security infrastructure - Formal verification and compiler security - The economics of collective security - Why Ethereum needs to stop funding hackers - Moving from reactive to proactive security - AI and the future of Ethereum security - The role of DAOs and collective action - How you can propose a security initiative If you're an Ethereum security researcher, builder, company, or community member, Griff's message is simple: bring forward the security problems you want to see solved, and help the ecosystem fund them together. Some of the materials we mention in the episode: https://x.com/Giveth/status/2036815581685350671?s=20  https://x.com/griffgreen  https://x.com/Giveth  https://x.com/thedaofund  https://thedao.fund  https://gitcoin.co Timestamps 00:00 — Introduction & Griff Green's Ethereum journey 01:36 — TheDAO Security Fund Round 1: What worked and what they learned 03:49 — From broad funding to deeper security initiatives 04:58 — How Round 2 works: Initiatives, multisigs & ecosystem funding 07:20 — Security Badge holders, rankings & the funding process 09:47 — Grants vs. RFPs and milestone-based funding 20:01 — Why security needs better market coordination 22:24 — Formal verification and the case for funding shared infrastructure 24:22 — The apartment-building analogy: Why collective security makes sense 25:45 — Why Ethereum needs to stop funding hackers 27:31 — Griff's goal: Making Ethereum safer than banks 29:13 — Moving Ethereum security from reactive to proactive 30:38 — Why coordinated security spending can save everyone money 30:44 — Lightning Round: Incentives & public goods 31:28 — Quadratic funding & participatory budgeting 32:02 — Are DAOs making a comeback? 32:37 — AI, robotics & the future of DAOs 34:11 — The most overrated crypto trend: TradFi in crypto 36:01 — How to get involved with TheDAO Security Fund 38:17 — Wrap-up & where to learn more Subscribe to the podcast here  https://pod.link/1609313639  https://greenpill.network/

The Rebbe addresses the recipient's choice between teaching in Be'er Sheva or continuing work with youth, supporting his decision to focus on youth while encouraging some involvement in Be'er Sheva. He also discusses the value of Torah and Mishnah quizzes and emphasizes ongoing spiritual growth. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/018/002/6539

What is one misconception people may have about coalition or community collaboration work? A Conversation with Jill Unzicker Lewis - Community Collaboration Coordinator with Family & Youth Initiatives!

Chinese President Xi Jinping has proposed five initiatives to promote "Greater BRICS" cooperation in AI, trade and investment facilitation, the digital industry, smart manufacturing, and talent development.

Want to learn more about the 14(!) different statewide ballot initiatives on the ballot this November? John goes through every one, giving his thoughts and recommendations. In short: California needs less spending, not more taxes; bond measures are loans to the state that we have to pay back with interest, and are clunky, inefficient ways to fund government programs; and we can only make housing more affordable by increasing supply, not by constantly subsidizing the demand. Check it out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Psychological Safety at Work Matters—and Why Culture Initiatives FailMost organizations say they want employees to speak up, contribute ideas and challenge assumptions.But do employees actually feel safe doing it?When people believe speaking up could hurt their careers, they begin to self-silence. They stop questioning decisions. They hold back ideas. They see potential problems but don't mention them.And the consequences can extend far beyond employee engagement. Organizations can lose innovation, talent, productivity—and sometimes the ability to identify serious risks before they become crises.In this episode of A Seat at the Table, host Jane Singer speaks with Christina Scott, founder of Catalyzing Change, a leadership coaching and organizational development firm.Christina explains why psychological safety isn't simply about making employees feel comfortable. It's an operational strategy that can directly affect organizational performance.Why Do Workplace Culture Initiatives Fail?One of the biggest mistakes organizations make is treating culture change as a campaign.Leadership holds a town hall. Emails go out. Meetings are scheduled. Everyone talks about the new initiative.Then it gradually disappears.Christina argues that real culture change needs to become part of the organization's systems, processes and decision-making.There is also a difference between organizational change and transition. Change is what happens—a new leader, strategy, system or organizational structure. Transition is how people psychologically and emotionally respond to it.Organizations that implement change without helping employees navigate the transition risk resistance and failure.What Makes an Organization Thrive?Christina developed the THRIVE framework, six conditions she believes help create healthy organizations, teams and individuals:Trust: Can people trust each other, speak truthfully and trust their own judgment?High Standards: Does everyone understand what's expected, and are standards high enough to produce excellent work?Resources: Do employees have the staff, budget, materials and support needed to meet those standards?Impact: Is the organization achieving the impact it says it wants to create?Voice: Can employees speak up safely—and does speaking up actually make a difference?Evolution: Can the organization adapt as its environment changes?Together, these conditions provide leaders with a practical way to think about organizational culture beyond vague goals such as creating a "great place to work."What Is Self-Silencing at Work?Self-silencing happens when employees decide that the safest option is to keep quiet.They may have ideas, spot problems or disagree with a decision, but instead decide to "mind their business," do their job and go home.From the employee's perspective, silence can feel like survival.For the organization, however, the cost can be enormous.It loses ideas and innovation from people it is already paying to contribute. Eventually, talented employees may disengage completely or leave.Christina's Unmute Yourself framework addresses both sides of the problem. Organizations need to create environments where people feel safe speaking up, while individuals also need to develop the confidence and skills to express ideas, challenge assumptions and have difficult conversations.Why Is Psychological Safety a Business Issue?Psychological safety is sometimes dismissed as a "soft" workplace benefit.Christina argues that it is foundational to organizational excellence.An organization can have an impressive strategic plan, ambitious KPIs and sophisticated technology. But those systems become less effective when employees are afraid to point out problems.The consequences can become particularly serious in environments where mistakes affect physical safety.If employees see something wrong but don't feel safe enough to report it, what looks like a technical failure can actually have a people and culture problem underneath it.Leaders therefore need to model the behavior they want to see: asking questions, admitting mistakes, encouraging disagreement and creating opportunities for employees to practice speaking up.Can Workplace Culture Be Measured?Culture may seem intangible, but Christina argues that it can be measured.Instead of simply asking, "Do we have a good culture?", organizations can examine specific factors:Do employees trust leadership?Do they have the resources needed to perform?Can they contribute their ideas?Do they feel safe speaking up?Are standards clear?Do employees believe their work has an impact?Surveys, one-on-one conversations and focus groups can reveal patterns that broad questions about "culture" often miss.Why Do Good Employees Leave?Compensation isn't always the reason.Christina identifies two major factors: bad managers and unhealthy organizational cultures.Employees want to feel safe, contribute their abilities and know that their ideas have value. When they're continually told—explicitly or implicitly—to "stay in their lane," talented people can become frustrated and leave.Toxic cultures can also spread. People working around destructive behaviors may gradually begin adopting those same behaviors themselves.That's why organizations can't focus exclusively on financial and productivity targets while ignoring how people work together.Building Culture That LastsThere is no single culture solution that works for every organization.Christina favors a diagnostic approach: ask questions first, identify where the real problems exist and then develop an intervention appropriate for that organization.That could involve leadership coaching, team development, strategic planning or organization-wide support during a major change.The objective isn't to create a temporary initiative.It's to build systems and behaviors that continue working after the consultant, coach—or latest culture campaign—is gone.Episode Timestamps00:00 – Why psychological safety matters at work02:03 – Why culture initiatives fail04:50 – The six elements of the THRIVE framework08:44 – What causes employees to self-silence?11:40 – Psychological safety is a two-way street12:32 – Teaching employees how to speak up13:47 – When silence becomes an organizational risk14:56 – Psychological safety and organizational excellence16:41 – How to measure workplace culture21:07 – Why employees leave managers and toxic cultures23:48 – How toxic workplace culture spreads26:56 – Why leaders need support too28:32 – Creating sustainable organizational change29:34 – Why culture change isn't one-size-fits-all31:22 – Why early intervention mattersAbout Christina ScottChristina Scott is the founder of Catalyzing Change, a leadership coaching and organizational development firm. She has partnered with federal agencies, government, higher education institutions and mission-driven organizations to help leaders close the gap between their stated values and the everyday reality employees experience.Her work focuses on leadership development, organizational culture, psychological safety and creating sustainable change that helps people and organizations thrive.Website:  www.catalyzingchange.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-l-scott/SEND US A MESSAGEStop starting over again each month. We'll work one-on-one build a tailor-made system you can repeat each quarter.  Marketing gets done - on easy mode.  Learn more about the Consistent Marketing System.Visit A Seat at The Table's website at https://seat.fm

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, host John Solomon dives into a compelling discussion with Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks, who is leading a bipartisan initiative to cap insulin prices at $35. As the healthcare debate heats up ahead of the fall elections, Solomon and Miller-Meeks explore the implications of this landmark legislation and the broader Republican strategy to tackle rising healthcare costs.Miller-Meeks, a physician herself, shares her insights on the impact of the Affordable Care Act on prescription drug prices and the urgent need for reform. The conversation highlights the importance of affordable insulin for millions of Americans living with diabetes and the steps being taken to ensure that no loopholes undermine the proposed cap.The episode also touches on the cultural significance of familial relationships and the potential impact of new initiatives aimed at supporting nuclear families. As the discussion unfolds, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between healthcare policy and family dynamics, and how these issues are shaping the political landscape as we approach the elections.Later in the episode, Brent Hamachek joins Solomon to discuss his new book, which provides a unique perspective on Charlie Kirk's evolution and the broader cultural shifts in America. Hamechek reflects on the importance of persuasive communication in political discourse, drawing on his experiences with Kirk.Finally, Dr. Chad Walding from NativePath provides valuable insights into the importance of hydration for muscle health, especially as we age. He emphasizes the role of hydration in maintaining independence and functional strength, offering practical advice for listeners to incorporate into their daily routines.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Government of Saint Lucia is strengthening the country's digital capabilities by integrating digital skills throughout society. Initiatives including the distribution of laptops to students and the development of an innovation hub at Sir Arthur Lewis Community College are helping to prepare citizens for the evolving digital economy.

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*This is a Rebroadcast of Episode 421. The War on Black Women Under Trump* Original Description: In this episode, Tim Whitaker engages in a profound conversation with ⁠Lisa Sharon Harper⁠ discusses the urgent need for embodied, community-driven action to combat systemic injustice, particularly the economic targeting of Black women. She shares stories of resilience and emphasizes the importance of faith, local activism, and understanding historical narratives to drive real change. Harper highlights initiatives like "The Clearing" project, which supports Black women, and offers practical steps for moving from digital activism to tangible on-the-ground efforts. Chapters 01:21 The Impact of Policies on Black Women 06:48 Faith and Social Justice  10:34 Community Engagement and Trust Building  21:26 Supporting Black Women and Initiatives  27:22 Embodied Action vs. Online Activism  33:05 Resilience and Economic Empowerment  45:37 Call to Action and Closing Thoughts ____________________________________________________ TNE Podcast hosts thought-provoking conversations at the intersection of faith, politics, and justice. We're part of the New Evangelical's 501c3 nonprofit that rejects Christian Nationalism and builds a better path forward, rooted in Jesus and centered on justice.  If ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you'd like to support our work or get involved, visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thenewevangelicals.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals  Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals This show is produced by Josh Gilbert Media | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Joshgilbertmedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Defense Department's third message to industry since early May is prompting many contractors to strongly doubt whether Secretary Pete Hegseth's goal of revitalizing the defense industrial base still is a priority. Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg's August 18 memo on cost and pricing is the latest example in the last three months of the Pentagon adding more compliance and complexity to contractors working for the DoD.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Et si les plus grandes transformations commençaient par de petits pas… et de belles rencontres ?Pour sa deuxième édition, le Village des Initiatives Durables de l'IFTM 2026 rassemble celles et ceux qui font évoluer le tourisme par des initiatives concrètes, le partage d'expériences et la coopération.Avec Murielle Nouchy, je vous emmène dans les coulisses de ce village pas tout à fait comme les autres : sa place, son arbre des engagements, sa ruche, ses parcours, ses ateliers… et surtout les femmes et les hommes qui le font vivre.Un épisode pour découvrir, s'inspirer et, pourquoi pas, repartir avec l'envie de faire un pas de plus à son tour.

In today's Cloud Wars Minute, I explain why Workday believes AI security is becoming an ecosystem problem that no single vendor can solve independently. Highlights 00:06 — Workday has become the latest organization to join the Open Secure AI Alliance. It's a well-supported initiative that aims to improve the security of AI systems through open-source tools, research, and knowledge sharing. Workday's joining this alliance, and it's in very good company alongside companies like NVIDIA, Cloudflare, Microsoft, and IBM. 00:31 — I want to read a short passage from Workday's joining announcement to give you a sense of why the company chose to join the alliance. So, from Workday: “Delivering safe, trusted enterprise AI requires multiple layers of protection across the entire application stack, from identity management and access permissions to continuous guardrails, monitoring, and governance.” 00:53 — “Our commitment to continuously build our internal security engineering programs to meet these high standards is why Workday is joining the Open Secure AI Alliance.” Enterprise AI is shifting quickly towards more open stacks and more ambitious agents. Initiatives like the Open Secure AI Alliance are incredibly important. 01:22 — Workday and the other members of the alliance recognize that AI security is quickly becoming an ecosystem problem, not just something that one vendor can solve independently. And that's why, for example, Workday specifically said that it has historically worked on security internally for its own platform, but now is sharing what it's learned with the wider community. 01:50 — As AI becomes more open, distributed, and agentic, securing models isn't going to be enough. The challenge now, and that's one that Workday and the other members of the alliance are trying to address, is securing everything around these models. Visit Cloud Wars for more.

Arturo Préstamo Elizondo, Executive Chairman and CEO of Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. (TSX.V: SCZ) (NASDAQ: SCZM) (FSE: 1SZ), joins us for a review of the strong Q2 2026 financial and operational results across their portfolio of 4 producing silver-zinc mines and ore feed sourcing business in Bolivia and Mexico. We also review a few of the key growth initiatives that the company has slated for 2026 across multiple projects.   Q2 2026 Highlights   Revenues of $113.5 million, a 55% increase year-over-year. Gross profit of $51.1 million, a 102% increase year-over-year. Adjusted EBITDA of $46.7 million, a 74% increase year-over-year. Cash and highly-liquid marketable securities of $72.8 million, an 82% increase year-over-year. Working capital of $86.1 million, a 43% increase year-over-year. Net income of $2.0 million, a 90% decrease year-over-year, reflecting the impact of the non-recurring tax event and non-cash CVR revaluation discussed below. Average realized price per silver ounce sold of $72.17, a 118% increase year-over-year. AISC per silver ounce sold of $21.87, a 25% increase year-over-year. Realized mining margin per silver ounce sold of $50.30, a 222% increase year-over-year. Average realized price per zinc tonne sold of $3,302, a 12% increase year-over year. AISC per zinc tonne sold of $2,219, a 46% increase year-over-year. Realized mining margin per zinc tonne sold of $1,083, a 24% decrease year-over-year.   We had Arturo unpack for listeners how the net income for the quarter was significantly impacted by two non-recurring tax events associated with changes in Bolivia's exchange rate and inflation assumptions, as well as a non-cash fair value adjustment related to the Glencore contingent value rights (CVRs). He points out that these items obscure the underlying strength of their operating performance this quarter.   The largest impact on net income was an unusually high $36.1 million income tax expense caused by two non-recurring events. One event was the result of the revaluation of the Boliviano following the change in the official exchange rate from 6.96 to 9.77 Bolivianos per U.S. dollar, a 40% decrease. The income tax expense was also impacted by a non-recurring taxable gain related to a reduction in their decommissioning and restoration provision, which was driven by forecasted lower inflation over the lives of our mining operations in Bolivia. Additionally, their net income was further affected by a $15.8 million non-cash fair value adjustment to the consideration payable balance arising from the CVRs granted to Glencore. The value of the CVR liability is merely a valuation of the payouts that could occur up to the end of 2032. The payments are only triggered when the month's average LME zinc price exceeds $3,850 per tonne, a threshold that has not been exceeded since the inception of the agreement in 2024. Its important to consider that any payments triggered by higher zinc prices would be accompanied by increased sales revenues from the higher price. Excluding the loss from the change in fair value of the CVR, net income for the quarter would have been $17.8 million.”   At Bolivar silver production increased 32% quarter-over-quarter to 343,522 ounces, driven by ongoing recovery efforts in the areas affected by the localized flooding event that occurred in May 2025. San Lucas processed 22% more ore than in the prior quarter. Consolidated zinc production increased 7% to 23,240 tonnes, driven principally by higher throughput, which more than offset lower zinc grades at Bolivar and Porco. Porco delivered higher silver and zinc production, driven by stronger silver grades and improved metal recoveries, while Caballo Blanco continued to make steady, meaningful contributions.   At Zimapan, operations rebounded from the temporary constraints experienced during the first quarter, including limited ventilation in the higher-grade zones at Level 960 due to a contractor delay in completing the ventilation Robbins incline shaft, as well as repeated power interruptions caused by the local service provider's maintenance of the power grid. As a result, metal recoveries improved across all four payable metals. There will be the first NI-43-101 compliant maiden resource estimate released in the next month at Zimapan, with the goal to demonstrate the mineral inventory has replenished the ore that has been mined and milled over the last few years, and even grown the resources.   Next we transitioned to future growth, where the operations team is advancing their silver-dominant Soracaya mine towards development and near-term production. There is already a decline ramp into this project with initial stope access in 2 areas, and the team has been working on an optimization plan.  Once the permit is received in September, the plan is to get the mine into initial ramp-up production by Q4 of 2026.   Wrapping up, we discussed the potential for future accretive acquisitions in the Americas, and various other growth drivers on tap that could create the catalysts for a rerating higher, that would be more in alignment with other mid-tier silver producer peers.     If you have any follow up questions for Arturo regarding Santacruz Silver, then please email those to us at Fleck@kereport.com or Shad@kereport.com.   In full disclosure, Shad is a shareholder of Santacruz Silver at the time of this recording, and may choose to buy or sell shares at any time.     Click here to follow the latest news from Santacruz Silver     For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:   The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/     Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. 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Joe Piscopo's guest host this morning is Col. Kurt Schlichter, Attorney, Retired Army Infantry Colonel with a Master's in Strategic Studies from the United States Army War College, Senior Columnist at Town Hall, and the author of "American War Lord" Salena Zito, reporter for the Washington Examiner and the Washington Post, and the author of "Butler"Topic: "How a PA Loss Became Dems' Blueprint in Trump Country" Joe Piscopo Interviews Frank Preston, President of ACI Medical and Dental SchoolTopic: Monmouth/Ocean County Spotlight Ron Coleman, Commercial litigator and commentatorTopic: President's legal initiatives; Legal news of the day Liz Sheld, Editor of American GreatnessTopic: Lindsay Clancy murder trial John Ashbrook, Host of the "Ruthless" podcastTopic: Midterm election predictions Kerry Picket, White House Correspondent for the Washington TimesTopic: Latest from the Trump White House Will Chamberlain, Senior Counsel at the Anticle III ProjectTopic: Legal battle over the Trump ballroom; Lindsay Clancy; Other legal news o the daySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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She was rated 1400 for years.In a family of champions.Her father, a chess champion. Her brother, 2200 and climbing. And Jennifer,stuck — while people talked behind her back about why the kid in the family ofgeniuses couldn't play.Then, at 14, it clicked.1400 to 2200 inside two years. One of the youngest female masters in thecountry. Two US championships.And in the middle of that run, she won a beautiful game against a much strongerplayer — and found a note waiting on her board the next round."Jennifer, it is not nice to cheat with help from friends."She won that one anyway. She was on a roll.In this episode of The Table 1 Podcast, Jennifer Shahade joins Art Parmann andJustin Young for the whole ride:♠️ The mother who was the first female full professor of chemistry at Drexel —and ran a sports book on the side♥️ The overnight Greyhound she took alone at 16 to win a title, and the trophyshe left in the luggage compartment♦️ Why chess players go broke at poker, and what money means in a game thatdoesn't have any♣️ Blowing up her own career to name a grandmaster — and coming out the otherside as an ambassador for US ChessWe also get into:- Teaching her son chess, and the day he told her to stop letting him win- Winning a national championship and oversleeping the live TV interview- Push/shove ranges at the WSOP before anyone played that way ("they just hated me")- Chess boxing, and why the Team USA tryouts were three days ago in Vegas- Her NAPT third-place run, and why being friendly at the table makes youmonstrously strong- Writing Thinking Sideways — and catching herself feeling the exact cognitivebias she wrote aboutThis isn't a strategy episode.It's about what it costs to be the first one to say something — and what ittakes to keep playing after.

Let's Go Washington has launched campaigns for three November ballot initiatives: I-645 to repeal a 9.9% income tax on earnings above $1 million, I-001 to reinstate parental rights in public schools, and I-638 to require students to compete in sports based on biological sex. Supporters and opponents made their cases at an Aug. 8 Olympia rally. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/campaigns-begin-for-girls-sports-parental-rights-income-tax-initiatives/ #WashingtonState #Initiative645 #Initiative638 #Initiative001 #GirlsSports #ParentalRights #IncomeTax #LetsGoWashington #BallotMeasures #ClarkCounty

The segment features a preview and commentary on veteran advocacy organization The Freedom 13, founded by Gold Star father Mark Schmitz in honor of his son, Marine LCpl Jared Schmitz. Schmitz details the organization's mission to construct recreational healing camps across 50 states—including its inaugural 171-acre facility in Bourbon, Missouri—providing housing and peer support for military veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families. Additionally, the broadcast includes commentary from former Missouri State Senator John Lamping evaluating political strategy following the defeat of Amendments 4 and 5. Lamping reviews legislative approaches to state income tax reduction, local tax policy, and grassroots mobilization efforts for Amendment 3 on the November 2026 general election ballot. Hashtags: #MarkSchmitz #TheFreedom13 #VeteranSupport #JohnLamping #MissouriPolitics #Amendment3 #AbbeyGate

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Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   In this episode, Justin interviews RIMS SERMC Member Eric Lobser about his career path at Spire Inc. They discuss his start in Budget Analysis at Laclede Gas, which eventually became Spire Inc. He moved into Operations, Treasury, and then Strategic Planning, including Acquisitions. He continued his career as VP of Enterprise Risk Management. Eric shares how he grew into that position, using knowledge he had gained from all the departments he had worked with. He tells about his early presentations to the Board. Eric explains what ERM means to him, and how ERM helps companies manage risks, including reputation, engage in opportunities, and make the resource allocation decisions that lead to success and mitigate failures.   Listen for Eric's idea to improve the ERM acronym.   Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS and RIMScast. [:16] About this episode of RIMScast. Our guest is Eric Lobser. He was a practitioner in the natural gas sector for 35 years. We're going to get his ERM philosophies today. But first… [:42] RIMS-CRMP Workshop. We are delighted to announce that on August 27th and 28th, RIMS President Manny Padilla will be leading the two-day in-person workshop at St. John's University at 101 Astor Place in New York City. A link to the registration is in this episode's show notes. [1:02] RIMS-CRMP Virtual Workshops. RIMS will partner with PARIMA for the RIMS-CRMP Exam Prep on September 1st and 2nd. Registration links are in this episode's show notes. [1:13] Also on the webinars page, you will see a two-part series hosted by the RIMS Membership Department. The "Classroom to Career" webinar series highlights how RIMS equips students with the knowledge, skills, and connections needed to thrive in risk management careers. [1:28] Participants will gain insights into industry trends, career pathways, and practical tools that help them confidently step into the evolving world of risk management after graduation. These sessions will be hosted on September 1st and 9th. [1:41] These sessions are member exclusives and are complimentary for RIMS members, of course. So, if you are interested in becoming a member, this would be the time. Visit RIMS.org/membership. [1:51] RIMS is back on YouTube. Our handle is @RIMSOfficialChannel. We've got plenty of videos there, including RIMScast, RIMScast Canada video podcasts, and other informative and entertaining content from RIMS. Subscribe to the channel today! [2:10] On with the Show! We will take a deep dive into Enterprise Risk Management with Eric Lobser. Eric recently retired from a 35-year career in the natural gas sector. He remained with one company that eventually became Spire Energy. [2:26] Eric is also a member of the RIMS Strategic and Enterprise Risk Management Council. [2:32] We will discuss his career journey, how one role led to the next before settling on Enterprise Risk Management, and his philosophies on what makes ERM truly valuable and why the acronym could use an upgrade. Let's get to it! [2:52] Interview! Eric Lobser, Welcome to RIMScast! [3:17] Justin and Eric met last year during a webinar. Eric has a fascinating career. His entire career was at Spire. Originally, it was Laclede Gas Company. Then it became The Laclede Group, and then Spire. Eric's career was 35 years and some months long. [3:53] Justin says that shows our audience that you can have a risk career at one company. You don't need to jump around. If you're doing well, if you're comfortable, if the company's treating you right, and you're doing a good job. [4:10] Eric says the risk career came later in his life. It was the culmination of a lot of other things he did. He had a varied set of positions at Spire. Over time, it was multiple types of companies. As you go through CEOs, things change. [4:31] Eric says he was there for about five CEOs and got to see many different sides of how business operates. [4:49] Eric says he graduated from Boston College in 1990. It was a tough job market. He wanted a job on the East Coast, but it was an expensive place not to have a job. He went back home. [5:08] His stepfather had a contact at the Laclede Gas Company. He interviewed, and they offered him a position, which he took. Within two weeks, he thought he would be crazy to stay at that company more than a couple of years. He thought it was odd they had a few computers. [5:29] Eric came from a school with a library full of computers. You had to sign up to use them. It taught him to use his mind, and it instilled patience. Those elements have been valuable to Eric's career. [6:06] Eric started as a budget analyst and did that for about a year and a half, in the corporate office in downtown St. Louis. [6:33] Then he was fortunate to move to Operations to do the same sort of work with all the department heads to help them with their budgeting, to translate things from Operations into financial terms and get better relationships with the people who ran the business. [6:53] Eric says he got to understand the business better from the view of the boots on the street. [7:04] Justin asks if risk management and ERM came onto Eric's radar in August 2001, when he became the Managing Director for Strategic Planning and Corporate Development. [7:18] Eric says that he had also worked with property insurance in Treasury. There's a big commodity risk at a natural gas company. There are also market risks and credit risks. [7:33] Eric says Strategic Planning was new to The Laclede Group, taking the budget period and extending it out three years, rolling in strategy and planning. [7:49] Eric helped them to develop software for business planning, custom-made from Access, to help support the Balance Scorecard they rolled out. It included something for Initiatives for making improvements, which were tied to Metrics.  [8:11] There were Action Items. There was a section where you laid out your different risks and what you were doing to mitigate them. The Action Items often required support from other areas. The software would put that into their business plan so they could see it and collaborate. [8:33] Eric says risk management and collaboration are hand-in-hand. [9:09] Eric speaks of a change in leadership, where they went from mostly looking at operational excellence and continual improvement to a more external look at other businesses, at ways to diversify within the gas industry: storage, pipeline, E&P, and more. [9:40] That was the beginning of the thought processes Eric would go through, looking at different businesses; what can go right with them, and what can go wrong. [9:57] Part of modeling acquisitions is taking a look at those scenarios and looking for the probability of a downside, what that downside looks like, and what will drive it. What has to go right to have the best case? What does the base case look like? What are those probabilities? [10:20] Eric says that was the beginning of understanding how risk and business go hand-in-hand. They can't have opportunity without risk. There's no reward without risk. Understanding that was an element of that job. [10:39] Eric was fortunate to have a tremendous boss during that time who helped him gain critical thinking about how things operate. [10:58] Eric says when they were looking at how other companies operate, they were companies within the gas industry, to stay within their knowledge base, and simplify their business, within the natural gas value chain, from wellhead to burner tip. [11:30] They were looking at exploration & production, gathering & processing, pipelines, underground storage, down to uses for it, including compressed natural gas for vehicles and local distribution utilities.  [11:58] Justin suggests that the 13-year period when Eric was in Strategic Planning and Corporate Development, holding several positions, was a key time in his career. Eric says yes, and it was his favorite period. He had gone to school for investment banking and acquisitions. [12:42] Eric says, at the same time, it was a tremendous amount of work. He thought maybe it wasn't the best place to spend his lifetime because of the level of work and stress involved. [13:04] Eric was married and raising a family, and that had to come into play, as well. He says while his wife was extremely patient with him during all those times, sometimes working around the clock, he felt it wasn't the right long-term opportunity for him. [13:20] Eric says one of the things he learned when he was doing acquisitions was developing models for how utilities make money. Eric worked with people who did rate cases at the company, to understand what drove cash flow. [13:47] In doing that, Eric learned how regulations work and how tariffs work. That led to asking himself, if this isn't the right career for me, taking a look at something next to it, which was regulatory and government affairs. [14:27] Eric had already started to learn about it. Once he was in charge, he based it on Missouri regulations. The first acquisition was a company in Kansas City, Missouri. [15:05] The second acquisition was Alagasco in Alabama, and that was a completely different type of ratemaking approach that was annual. They had a formal department. Eric was asked to develop something more formal for the entire company. [15:21] Eric says then they acquired Energy South, which brought them into Mobile and also Mississippi, a third rate jurisdiction. There was a mountain of information to climb. His drive and thirst for knowledge helped him up the curve pretty quickly. [15:53] Eric says relationships and the stuff between the lines are just as important as what you can read about and study. [16:12] Eric says, pulling from his enterprise risk career, one of the impacts is not just financial, but reputation. Reputation is a huge element of rate setting. Your reputation precedes you to the commission that oversees rate case litigation and the parties to the case. [16:47] The parties that are involved include industrials, AARP, low-income groups, an energy efficiency group, and other parties. [17:01] Understanding where they're coming from, and what they're trying to achieve, and working towards something that gives all parties some of what they want, is a key element. [17:18] If you were a bad operator; if you had a significant incident that showed you weren't a safe operator, or you weren't treating your customers well, then going into the rate case, people had their minds set that they wanted to give you not a rate increase but a rate reduction. [17:40] The value of the relationships and the reputation, the stuff that is gray and in between the lines, is not just about what the numbers are but who you are as a business. [17:56] A Quick Break! Many fantastic RIMS events are coming up in 2026. The 11th Annual Chicagoland Risk Forum will return to the Old Post Office on Thursday, September 24th, 2026. Visit ChicagolandRiskForum.org for more information. [18:12] The RIMS Western Regional Conference will be held from October 4th through the 7th in Seattle, Washington. The agenda is live, and registration is open. Visit RIMSWesternRegional.com and the link in this episode's show notes for more information. [18:29] Save the dates: October 18th through the 21st. We will be in Quebec City to celebrate the 50th Live RIMS Canada Conference. Booth sales are open, and sponsorship opportunities are still available. Advance registration is open now. [18:45] Visit RIMSCanadaConference.ca for more information. Also, remember to check out RIMS.org/Canada for our spinoff show, RIMScast Canada, hosted by National Conference Committee Chair, Aaron Lukoni. [19:00] The RIMS ERM Conference 2026 will be held on November 19th and 20th in Columbus, Ohio. Registration is now open. [19:10] Through August 21st, you can nominate a program for the RIMS ERM Global Award of Distinction. If you know of an ERM Program that is award-worthy, we want to hear about it. A link to the nomination form is in this episode's show notes. Visit RIMS.org/ERM2026. [19:29] We're already looking to RISKWORLD 2027, which will be held over four days in New Orleans, Louisiana, from April 18th through the 21st! The call for session proposals is now live and will stay active through August 21st. [19:44] RIMS members can exclusively register by September 4th for the best rate. And get first access to the hotel block. Hotel reservations open on October 28th, ahead of public registration. Sitting this out is the real risk! The link to registration is in this episode's show notes. [20:04] Let's Return to Our Interview with Eric Lobser! [20:31] Justin asks about compliance at a natural gas company. Eric says his career at a critical infrastructure utility delivering a relatively volatile product to people's homes was very safety-oriented with a lot of rules, regulations, and areas of compliance. [21:04] The whole industry faced a need to replace some of its aging infrastructure. That started when Eric was in Treasury and trying to think about how they would afford all the replacements they were going through. [21:22] It came again when Eric was in Regulatory, trying to understand the balance between safety and rates and what's best for the business and what's best for the customer. [21:53] Compliance is not something you can decide to do a little bit or a lot. You have to meet at least the minimum standards. Spire was always at that point but also found the benefit of going beyond that, to deal with it a little bit more strategically. [22:14] Spire was generally a group that looked at opportunities to do replacement in a way that overall was more cost-effective, exceeding requirements on their compliance. Compliance was an enterprise risk. [22:34] Eric says it was not just making sure they were in compliance, but also what the cost of compliance is and what if people change their minds and all of a sudden want us to do this or that? [22:53] Being a regulated utility, your rates are dependent on somebody deciding you deserve to have this. [23:02] Compliance was more often not physical replacement but putting in another pipe beside the old pipe and terminating the old cast iron pipe that had degraded and become a safety issue. [23:26] Spire always paid attention to where they were getting leaks or water potentially getting into the system and areas of geography that had similar types of risk. [23:39] Spire took a strategic approach to look at the information they were getting and figure out where to go and do wholesale changes rather than responding to risks as they popped up. [23:54] Eric says that was the approach where they took compliance and said if we do more, it probably can be better for us and better for the customer to take a better strategic approach. [24:19] Eric says it's inconvenient and sometimes problematic for people when there are workers in the street. Part of Eric's career was dealing with claims and issues that can happen with construction. The construction was necessary to make sure the system was safe. [24:53] Eric says the most prevalent claims were when they were doing excavation and hit something unmapped, like an underground dog fence or sprinkler system. To be cost-effective, they used reliable outside partners to replace these. [26:44] Eric says that every year, when he was in Strategic Planning, he would help put on a two-day conference for the Board to review company strategy and present new ideas. [27:01] Any time they found an acquisition opportunity that met the muster of the executives, they presented that to the Board. [27:!3] Eric says the Board is extremely interested in rate cases, which are the heart and soul of a utility's business. [27:28] Something Eric found helpful later in his career, doing regulatory work, was to pull together parties without overlapping interests, such as the Board and the Public Service Commission, to help them find agreement on why something was beneficial for the customers. [28:58] Eric says, for the first time or two, presenting to the Board was frightening. He was fortunate enough not to be leading the presentations. He reported to officers who helped develop the business planning and strategy. They helped Eric work his way into bigger roles. [29:32] Eric says when he became more involved in doing the modeling, one time he was called by the CEO to speak to the Board while he was on a family vacation. His wife reminds him of this. The Board was very interested in the upside case and downside case of a model scenario. [30:31] Eric says in that phone call he had to give the Board a rigorous view of why they should spend $1.1 billion on this acquisition. While exciting, Eric says presenting to the Board was a very stressful part of the job. They're relying on things that he's saying to them. [31:12] Eric says acquisitions have their own timeline and they develop however they want to. It's not like going to the grocery store to pick up something. When something pops, it pops, and it's all hands on deck. You don't stop until the job is done. [31:35] One more Quick Break! RIMS, The Foundation for Risk ManagementTM, is dedicated to shaping the future of the profession. By making a contribution, you are strengthening the global risk management community and investing in the future of the industry. [31:55] The Foundation also supports the Spencer Educational Foundation but has a different mission. The Foundation focuses on providing opportunities for those professionals who have already decided to enter risk management and are just getting started. [32:09] You can learn more about the Foundation by visiting www.RIMS.org/FRM.  While you're there, be sure to check out information about the Susan Meltzer Scholarship Fund, which was established to honor Ms. Meltzer, who was RIMS President in 1999 and 2000. [32:28] Susan Meltzer was a cherished RIMS President and contributed so much to RIMS and the greater risk community. Learn more at RIMS.org/FRM.  [32:36] Let's Return to Our Interview with Eric Lobser! [32:52] Eric says that it seems to him that if people viewed Enterprise Risk Management more as Enterprise Value Management, they would better understand that it's more about what you need to do to improve the value of your company. [33:19] In Eric's Strategic Planning days in Corporate Acquisitions, he learned that Expected Value is about changing probabilities, not just the impact of those probabilities. [33:32] Eric says Enterprise Risk Management does a great job of addressing both the likelihood and the impact of things going wrong and things going right. What you're building with ERM is value. You're adding to the value of the company. [33:46] Eric thinks more people would engage. It would resonate with a lot of the corporate cultures to look at ERM as a way to build value for the company. [34:08] Justin says that for almost eight years, Eric was the Spire VP of ERM. Justin asks if Eric was able to hit the ground running, going from Regulatory and Government Affairs into ERM. [34:32] Eric says the position started with Insurance, and then Commodity Risk Management, other elements of the business that helped him up the learning curve. From Acquisitions, Regulatory, Operations, and Customer Service, Eric understood a lot about the business. [34:55] Eric says having a couple of years when he was in charge of Spire's Insurance program, including Captive Management, where you retain risk instead of transferring it, was a great transition to eventually getting Enterprise Risk. [35:31] Eric says he read every book he could get his hands on in the time he had. He noticed some of the things they were doing were based on ISO 31000. Eric read through ISO and COSO. COSO felt very intricate and detailed. [36:10] Eric asked himself what the potential was that we were going to adopt something. The culture of the business manages the risk. ERM oversees how the business manages risk. Eric wanted to pick a framework that fit more with Spire's corporate culture. [36:39] Eric says ISO 31000 is adjustable. He felt like it was a good fit. It was more about strategy and enterprise than Spire's focus had been. It was not just about what could go wrong and what they should be concerned about happening, but what must go right. [37:22] Eric says that looped in what he learned in Strategy, what they have to do to be successful, and what could derail them from that. Spire transitioned a little bit less away from risks and more to strategic imperatives and what they had to do to achieve their strategic vision. [38:02] Justin asks about ERM conferences and what makes a great ERM session. Eric says it's a practitioner who has lived through it with real-world experience on what works, what doesn't work, and why it didn't work. [38:18] Eric says everything's specific to the company, so what works for one may not work for another. An experienced practitioner brings a level of credibility that is important. Eric wants a presenter who focuses on what helps a company be more successful in executing its strategy. [38:41] Eric says a lot of presentations go into risk registers and software, but in the end, risk management is change management, with very complex systems. The presenter should speak to engaging the business, getting different areas to collaborate, and making better decisions. [39:31] Eric says those decisions are about how you allocate resources. Resources are limited. You can't do everything, so you prioritize. [39:41] ERM helps you to prioritize better, using a process of identification and assessment, to help you understand how important a risk is in relation to other risks, how soon it needs to be dealt with, and what level of mitigation and controls you already have in place. [40:13] Eric says, ERM helps you determine if this risk is extremely well-managed and there are resources you can take away from it to put toward a risk that's less well-mitigated. [40:22] Eric says a good ERM session presenter talks about how ERM helps a corporation make better decisions and effectuate those resource allocations that then help that company to be more successful. That's what ERM is about, and when somebody talks about that, it resonates. [41:02] Eric says when he hears a concept that really resonates with him, he tries to pull those concepts together. He has used principles from the Enterprise Risk Oversight Committee. [41:44] Justin says the Global ERM Award of Distinction call for submissions is open. You can send in those nominations now. RIMS Global ERM Award of Distinction nominations are open through Aug. 21! [41:57] Justin asks Eric what makes an Enterprise Risk Management program award-worthy. Eric says some of it is going to be based on the eye of the beholder. Enterprise Risk should be customized to the culture. People are going to view what makes a great program differently. [42:28] Eric says that the SERMC is looking for, with the diverse perspectives of the members, a program that is well-integrated into Strategic Planning, helps the business make decisions, and most importantly, helps it be more successful, with fewer downturns, than their competitors. [43:09] Eric says the business manages risk. ERM can help oversee what they're looking at and turn its attention to important things, and help determine the best ways to mitigate or treat risk, or support what they are doing, so the strategy prevents threats from derailing the company. [43:33] Eric says, in the end, a company that is consistently successful is probably the mark of a good Enterprise Risk Management program. [43:51] Justin says, we're going to see you again on November 19th and 20th in Columbus, Ohio at the RIMS ERM Conference. You can get your nominations in now for the RIMS Global ERM Award of Distinction. We'll have a special awards ceremony, like we do every year. [44:07] Eric, it has been such a pleasure to have you on RIMScast! I look forward to seeing you in Columbus. [44:19] Special thanks again to Eric Lobser for joining us here on RIMScast. We appreciate him and all the great work he does for the RIMS SERMC. The call for nominations for the RIMS Global ERM Award of Distinction is open; a link is in this episode's show notes. [44:36] There are specific attributes that will make a nomination truly award-worthy. Submit your nominations today! [44:42] Plug Time! Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [45:00] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. [45:16] For the best reporting on the profession of risk management, read Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com. It is written and published by the best minds in risk management. [45:29] Justin Smulison is the Business Content Manager at RIMS. Please remember to subscribe to RIMScast on your favorite podcasting app. You can email us at Content@RIMS.org. [45:41] Practice good risk management, stay safe, and thank you again for your continued support!   Links: RIMS ERM Conference 2026 | November 19‒20 in Columbus, Ohio | Registration Now Open! | www.rims.org/ERM2026 | RIMS ERM Global Award of Distinction nominations open through Aug. 21! RIMS Certification Week: Sept. 21‒24 | Complimentary For All Spencer Educational Foundation's 2026 Funding Their Future Gala | Sept. 17, 2026 RISKWORLD 2027 Registration | RIMS members can lock in 2026 rates now through Sept. 4 | Education Content Submission Through Aug. 21. 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In Episode 568 of District of Conservation, Gabriella interviews Stephen Vaughan and Dylan Coates from Eyeking, which represents Hobie Eyewear. Learn about Hobie Eyewear, their ICAST 2026 experience, conservation initiatives, and products. Tune in to learn more!SHOW NOTESHobie EyewearFloating CollectionUpcycled CollectionDUO SeriesHobie Eyewear 2026 Jordan Lake Cleanup2026 Fear My Heart Worldwide Lake Cleanup

Arturo Préstamo Elizondo, Executive Chairman and CEO of Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. (TSX.V: SCZ) (NASDAQ: SCZM) (FSE: 1SZ), joins us for a review of the Q2 2026 production and operational results across their portfolio of 4 producing silver-zinc mines and ore feed sourcing business in Bolivia and Mexico. We also review a few of the key growth initiatives that the company has slated for 2026 across multiple projects.   Q2 2026 Production Highlights   Primary Production Metrics:   Silver: 1,573,100 ounces Zinc: 23,240 tonnes Lead: 3,165 tonnes Copper: 337 tonnes   Supplemental Production Metrics:   Silver Equivalent Production: 2,814,489 silver equivalent ounces Zinc Equivalent Production: 59,680 zinc equivalent tonnes   Consolidated silver production increased 17% to 1,573,100 ounces in Q2 2026 from 1,341,499 ounces in Q1 2026, with quarter-over-quarter increases at all five operations. Lead production increased 18% to 3,165 tonnes and copper production increased 9% to 337 tonnes. Compared with Q2 2025, consolidated silver production increased 11%, and zinc production increased 10%, on 9% higher consolidated tonnes milled.   The improvement was driven primarily by higher processed volumes, with consolidated tonnes milled increasing 7% to 521,956 tonnes, together with higher silver head grades at Bolivar and Porco and a marked improvement in silver recovery at Zimapan.   At Bolivar silver production increased 32% quarter-over-quarter to 343,522 ounces, driven by ongoing recovery efforts in the areas affected by the localized flooding event that occurred in May 2025. San Lucas processed 22% more ore than in the prior quarter. Consolidated zinc production increased 7% to 23,240 tonnes, driven principally by higher throughput, which more than offset lower zinc grades at Bolivar and Porco. Porco delivered higher silver and zinc production, driven by stronger silver grades and improved metal recoveries, while Caballo Blanco continued to make steady, meaningful contributions.   At Zimapan, operations rebounded from the temporary constraints experienced during the first quarter, including limited ventilation in the higher-grade zones at Level 960 due to a contractor delay in completing the ventilation Robbins incline shaft, as well as repeated power interruptions caused by the local service provider's maintenance of the power grid. As a result, metal recoveries improved across all four payable metals.   Next we transitioned to future growth, where the operations team is advancing their silver-dominant Soracaya mine towards development and near-term production. There is already a decline ramp into this project with initial stope access in 2 areas, and the plan once the permit is received in Q3 is to get this mine into initial ramp-up production by Q4 of 2026.   Wrapping up, we discussed the potential for future accretive acquisitions in the Americas.  The board and management team are open to a currently producing mine or development-stage underground mining assets, but only if the acquisition would be accretive for shareholders and if their team can unlock value in these acquired assets.     If you have any follow up questions for Arturo regarding Santacruz Silver, then please email those to us at Fleck@kereport.com or Shad@kereport.com.   In full disclosure, Shad is a shareholder of Santacruz Silver at the time of this recording, and may choose to buy or sell shares at any time.   Click here to follow the latest news from Santacruz Silver   For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:   The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/     Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.    

Keystone Trails Association is bringing its annual Keystone Hiking & Outdoor Weekend to the Susquehanna Riverlands Conservation Landscape in Lancaster and York counties this fall, set against the backdrop of peak autumn foliage. Based near Columbia, PA, the four-day event (Thursday–Sunday, October 22–25) offers something for every kind of adventurer, including:  - Guided hikes for all skill levels - Road and gravel biking - River paddling - Overnight backpacking and bikepacking - Birding walks and a mushroom ID hike - Nature journaling and yoga - Stewardship projects - Tours highlighting the region's Underground Railroad history Move Past Plastic will be recognizing local South Central PA Community Activists: Scott Bucher, who took the lead on reuse initiatives, spoke with educators,     local leaders, businesses, organizations, and educational outreach     creations and events.  Danel Berman, for her artistic and creative talents and spur-of-the-moment     availability to assist in every facet of educational outreach, digital and     physical creations, and advocacy work. Her ability and willingness not     only to learn about an issue on the spot but also to be brave enough to     share it publicly, even in front of the press. Julia Schulz, who led efforts to implement concrete actions to reduce     single-use plastic in her church, workplace, and community, also helped     with educational outreach.  She created an inspirational garment that     represents the issues with fast fashion.

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For this episode of the Highway To Hope, Julie Dillon is our special guest. As you will hear, Jule shares her inspiring return to the Saint Christopher Trucker's Relief Fund after a personal family journey. In her second tour of duty as SCF's Health & Wellness Manager, Julie talks about her history with SCF and she discusses her passion for driver health and well-being. We look at addressing the challenges that professional drivers can encounter with their health and how the SCF has developed programs that can help. Julie looks back at the success of the “Rigs Without CIGs” program over the past nine years as well as the work being done through SCF's Healthy Habits For The Long Haul. As mentioned in the episode, the next session for Healthy Habits For The Long Haul is set to begin in mid-August. If you would like to learn more about Healthy Habits For The Long Haul, including how to sign up for the next session, please click here. The post Returning To A Calling: Julie Dillon's Journey Back To SCF To Lead Health Initiatives appeared first on PodWheels.

Raymond "Ray" Sheen is an engineer, author, and founder of PPI Consulting, helping organizations rescue failing digital transformation initiatives through structured diagnostics, systems thinking, and practical leadership execution. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Digital transformation fails not because of technology, but because organizations underestimate the difficulty of cultural and system-wide change. 2. Successful transformation requires alignment across people, processes, and technology; neglecting any one leads to breakdown. 3. True success in digital transformation is continuous evolution; if you're not consistently changing, you're falling behind. Check out the website to explore articles by Raymond Sheen - Institute For Digital Transformation Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more.

Most leaders think they know why people resist change—but they are usually wrong.In this episode of Lead the Team, Ben Fanning sits down with Andrea Sorrenti, Deputy CEO of MSX International, to expose the hidden truth about corporate transformation: it's not resistance holding your team back, it's fear.After nearly three decades leading global teams through major automotive industry shifts, Andrea shares the raw leadership lessons that only come from painful, real-world mistakes.In this episode, you'll discover:The Discipline of Staying: Why spending 30 years at one company taught him what job-hopping never could.The "Fear" Factor: How to communicate "what's in it for them" to help your team embrace massive technological disruptions like AI.The Supplier of the Year Trap: Why winning is the exact moment you need to double down, not sit on your laurels."Pick Up the Damn Phone": Why human connection and face-to-face interaction are becoming an executive's ultimate competitive edge in an AI-driven world.Whether you're a CEO, executive, founder, or an ambitious professional navigating leadership under pressure, this conversation will challenge you to build a culture that welcomes big ambitions.Timestamps:00:00 – The real reason teams resist change (It's fear, not resistance)02:03 – What 30 years at one company teaches you about execution discipline04:02 – How to break out of being "pigeonholed" in your career05:11 – The crucial skill of articulating your ambition to leadership08:36 – How to reinvent yourself without losing your core identity09:38 – Getting thrown into the deep end: Andrea's hardest career shift12:31 – Overcoming executive fear in the age of AI disruption15:11 – How MSX scales capabilities with AI while protecting human connection17:42 – "Pick Up the Damn Phone": The battle against corporate email culture19:44 – The costly mistake made after becoming Supplier of the Year22:27 – Reading your audience: A universal principle for leading across cultures24:40 – Roger Federer's 54% rule: Processing executive failure28:04 – How radical transparency with a customer saved a failing market

Americans pay roughly three times as much for prescription meds as people in other wealthy nations. But why? Tahir Amin argues it's largely to do with how our patent systems work. He's been on both sides of the issue: He spent a decade as an intellectual property lawyer, helping corporations use patents to protect their bottom lines. Then he moved to India and saw firsthand how the global patent system hampered access to HIV drugs. That led him to shift gears and create an advocacy organization aimed at changing the patent system to make access to medicines more equitable. He chats with Flora about how it all works, and his new book, “Pharma Monopoly.” Read an excerpt from “Pharma Monopoly: The Battle for the Future of Medicines.” Guest: Tahir Amin is a co-author of “Pharma Monopoly: The Battle for the Future of Medicines” and a founder and CEO of Initiatives for Medicine Access and Knowledge (I-MAK).  Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Follow our show on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Bluesky @scifri and sign up for our newsletters. Got a science question that's keeping you up at night? Call us: 877-472-4374 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're back with another episode of Schauer Thoughts and this week we're taking a brief trip through the Carter Administration to explore it's ties to the agricultural industry and how that could've impacted women's health research for years to come. For legal purposes, this is all a hunch, a guess, and of course, *alleged* and I strongly recommend checking out the resources when this wraps. I hope you find this episode illuminating. Download Hily Dating App from the App Store or Google Play, or visit ⁠https://hily.go.link/jRMKW To all those dealing with chronic conditions, diseases, disabilities - I want you to know that I do care about your pain, I do care about what you have to say and your experiences. I will keep reading and keep sharing because your words and life absolutely do matter. I take you all incredibly seriously and I am so sorry for the horrific treatment you have received by the healthcare system and society at large. I am sending you absolutely nothing but the best. I will be continuing coverage of the MAHA strategy and report next week - the Trump administration's attack on the disabled community is unacceptable and we must continue to talk about it. Thank you all for listening, it means the world. Books: Sweet and Deadly: How Coca-Cola Spreads Disinformation and Makes Us Sick - Murray Carpenter Unwell Women: Misdiagnosis and Myth in a Man-Made World - Elinor Cleghorn Bleed: Destroying Myths and Misogyny in Endometriosis Care - Tracey Lindeman Expecting Inequity: How the Maternal Health Crisis Affects Even the Wealthiest Black Americans - Khiara M. Bridges Undoing Drugs: How Harm Reduction is Changing the Future of Drugs and Addiction - Maia Szalavitz All Tangled Up in Autism and Chronic Illness: A Guide to Navigating Multiple Conditions - Charli Clement Living Well With Orthostatic Intolerance: A Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment - Peter C. Rowe A Philosophy of Shame - Frederic Gros Hate: The Uses of a Powerful Emotion - Seyda Kurt Gaza: An Inquest Into Its Martyrdom - Norman G. Finkelstein  Jimmy Carter Reflecting on Jimmy Carter and his Food and Agriculture Policy Legacy https://www.constitutionpartners.com/capitol-insights/cdqbs8akjnr5i0sdpdu9u0cti5haj5 Carter's Business a Potent Factor in Rise https://www.nytimes.com/1976/05/26/archives/carters-business-a-potent-factor-in-rise.html?eafs_enabled=false Bitter Sugar for the Coca-Cola Connection? https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/1977/07/28/bitter-sugar-for-the-coca-cola-connection/c8597736-7344-4e08-bbe8-7c914f06da3b/ Cold War, Ruthless Power, and Toxic Agriculture https://www.huffpost.com/entry/cold-war-ruthless-power-a_b_5548481 Task Force on Systemic Pesticides - https://www.tfsp.info/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/WIA-PR-REL.pdf Influence of Cold War Saccharin Study and Labeling Act of 1977 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saccharin_Study_and_Labeling_Act_of_1977 Well you've just banned all women from clinical trials Literally 8 years earlier they banned another type of sugar for causing bladder tumors - https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/politics-and-government/artificial-sweetener-cyclamate-banned-us-consumer-markets  Banned saccharin and cyclamate because it caused bladder cancer  Cyclamate Banned Us Consumer Markets https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/politics-and-government/artificial-sweetener-cyclamate-banned-us-consumer-markets Carcinogenicity of saccharin (1987) https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1637197/ Battle over &7.25 billion Roundup settlement takes a new turn as Supreme Court Decision looms https://www.thenewlede.org/2026/06/battle-over-7-25-bln-roundup-settlement-takes-a-new-turn-as-supreme-court-decision-looms/  Sugar industry withheld possible evidence of cancer link 50 years ago, researchers say https://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/sugar-industry-withheld-possible-evidence-of-cancer-link-50-years-ago-researchers-say  Donald Kennedy - Head of FDA in 1977 https://www.fda.gov/about-fda/fda-leadership-1907-today/donald-kennedy Stanford Biology Professor Is Named to Head FDA https://www.nytimes.com/1977/03/04/archives/stanford-biology-professor-is-named-to-head-fda.html?eafs_enabled=false Health Archives 1980 Hysterectomy Pamphlet https://bcrw.barnard.edu/archive/sexualhealth/Hysterectomy-Guide2.pdf  This is the pamphlet I was reading towards the end! Please check it out when you have the time. Initiatives & Resources: Women's Health: A Guide to Legal Resources https://onlinelaw.wcl.american.edu/blog/legal-health-resources-for-women/ Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network  https://www.rarediseasesnetwork.org/ Patient Advocate Foundation --> Launching TotalAssist (July 1,2026) https://uniting.patientadvocate.org/totalassist/ (Merger) Patient Advocate Foundation and the PAN Foundation  Patient Advocate Foundation: Co-Pay Relief - Patient Partners for Equity Program https://copays.org/patient-partners-for-equity/ If you want more information, scroll down on this page and you'll get a list of organizations for different conditions and concerns Ex: Immune Deficiency Foundation and ADAP (AIDS Drug Assistance Program) The Surprising Health Benefits Included with Your Costco membership https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/wellness/a70156237/costco-healthcare-benefits/ Learn more about your ad choices. 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Most AI initiatives fail. Not because of the model. Because organizations skip the boring, essential engineering work that makes software survive contact with reality. Jake Dubin has spent 25 years building production systems, starting with neural networks that solved CAPTCHA back in 1999. He is the founder of Transcendent Software and is building CoffeeBreak, an AI platform focused on reliable human-centered workflows. In this episode, Jake breaks down why human in the loop almost never means what people think it means, what vibe coding is, and why it is quietly creating massive technical debt, and why the same fundamentals that built dependable software for decades still apply, no matter how powerful the model gets. If your AI investment is not delivering what you promised the board, this episode tells you exactly why.