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Vi vet hvordan aldring ser ut. Vi ser på oss selv, på egne foreldre, på besteforeldre, på barn som vokser opp. Kanskje kjenner vi selv på at deler av kroppen ikke virker like bra som den pleide. Og når vi blir eldre, vil også noen av oss merke at hjernen, og hukommelsen, ikke helt spiller på lag. Men hva er egentlig aldring? Hvordan påvirker det hjernen? Og hvilken del av aldring er det vi bør jobbe mot?Biotekpodden har besøk av Charlampous "Haris" Tzoulis, professor i nevrologi og nevrogenetikk, overlege ved Haukeland universitetssykehus og leder for Mohn senter for nevroproteksjon, The Innovation Center for Neuroresilience (ICoN), Neuro-SysMed , KG Jebsen senteret for Parkinsons Sjukdom og DECODE-PD Research Group og Svein Isungsæt Støve, seniorrådgiver i Bioteknologirådets sekretariat. Tzoulis og Støve snakker om aldring, hvordan aldring påvirker hjernen, om Parkinsons sykdom, biohacking og forebygging.Programleder: Mette Risa, kommunikasjonssjef i Bioteknologirådet**Er du interessert i å være med på et av Haris' forskningsprosjekter? Da kan du ta kontakt på e-post: parkinson-forskning@helse-bergen.no og neurosysmedstudier@helse-bergen.no ** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Beth Miller and Gerard Puccio Ph.D., two pioneers driving the global movement for creativity education. Beth serves as Executive Director of the Creative Education Foundation, expanding creative problem-solving in communities worldwide. Gerard is a distinguished professor at SUNY Buffalo State University and Chair of the Center for Applied Imagination, where he shapes the future of creative leadership.In this special edition, Gerard and Beth highlight the dynamic collaboration between their organizations, working together to preserve creativity's powerful legacy while advancing new frontiers in research and practice. Tune in for an inside look at the major event happening on June 15 at the Creative Problem Solving Institute (CPSI) 2026, a milestone gathering featuring an academic panel, a keynote on AI and metacognition, and the dedication of the Dr. Sidney and Beatrice Parnes creativity collection at Buffalo State University's Innovation Center. Dive into the episode to hear how this partnership is helping build a global network of creative practice and discover why this event marks a pivotal moment for the creative community.In this episode, you will discover the rich evolution of creativity education and how it applies to our modern world. Beth and Gerard explain why creative thinking remains a critical skill for navigating complex issues, especially as artificial intelligence reshapes how we work. You will learn how deliberate creativity offers a powerful framework to build human connection, foster mental resilience, and address pressing global challenges with confidence.Episode 58 featuring Beth Miller and Gerard Puccio gives you an inside look at the institutions championing the science of applied imagination. If you care about education, innovation, and how human ingenuity can thrive alongside new technology, you need to hear this inspiring conversation. Listen now to uncover how you can adopt a more creative mindset and apply these proven problem-solving methods to your own life and work.

Episode 100 isn't about looking back—it's about understanding what it takes to build something that lasts. Chancellor Baker joins Innovation Unplugged to break down the problem the Innovation Center was designed to solve, the impact it's already making across colleges and industries, and the shifts happening at a system level. This episode pulls back the curtain on how alignment, speed, and industry partnership are changing the game—and what leaders should be preparing for next.

Greg Bordonaro from the Hartford Business Journal discussed Hartford Healthcare's $950 million expansion, including a 14-story patient tower to alleviate emergency department overcrowding and enhance cancer care. The project also includes renovations and a new parking garage. Trinity College is building a 4,900 sq. ft. Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, funded by Elizabeth Elting, to boost entrepreneurship. Electric Boat is expanding with a 480,000 sq. ft. warehouse in North Stonington to address supply chain issues for submarine projects. Despite these developments, Connecticut faces stagnant job growth and a shrinking labor force, exacerbating workforce challenges.

In this episode, host Stephanie Ruff talks with Nicole Rambo, PhD, head of the Tribute Equine Research and Innovation Center. They discuss the most common feeding mistakes people make along with some easy improvements horse owners can start with right away.Then Dr. Rambo expands on whether or not corn causes horses to colic in the segment Viral Ideas, Real Horses.This episode is sponsored by Tribute Equine Nutrition. Feeding your horse can feel overwhelming. There are so many options, so many opinions—and at the end of the day, you just want to do what's best for your horse. That's where Tribute Equine Nutrition comes in. They're here to take that stress off your plate.Tribute combines safe, company-owned manufacturing with fixed formulas and the highest-quality ingredients—so you can trust that what you're feeding is consistent and reliable. And they stand behind it with a 100% money-back guarantee.But what really makes a difference is their team. They'll create a free, personalized feeding plan for your horse—based on their age, workload, and any challenges—so you're not left guessing anymore.They're also investing in the future of horse health through their own research farm, Tribute Equine Research & Innovation Center, so you know the recommendations you're getting are backed by real research.No matter what kind of horse you have, Tribute has a product—and a team—to support you. And if you've been thinking about making a change, now's a great time—because your first bag is free. Just head to tributeequinenutrition.com and for referrer, select "other" and mention the Feeding Horse podcast sent you!Watch Feeding Horses on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us below...Feeding Horses - Season 1, Episode 2 Guests and Links:Guest: Dr. Nicole Rambo, PhD, head of the Tribute Equine Research and Innovation CenterConnect with Host: Stephanie Ruff of TheHorse.com | Email the Show at editorial@thehorse.com |Watch Feeding Horses on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us here:Facebook – @TheHorseInstagram – @TheHorseMagYouTube – @TheHorseTikTok - @thehorsemagX – @TheHorsePintrest – @TheHorseMagWebsite – TheHorse.comEmail – editorial@thehorse.comDisclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The hosts and guests may discuss general nutrition concepts, research, and personal experiences, but these discussions should not be interpreted as specific recommendations for individual horses.The creators of this podcast make no guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of the information discussed and assume no responsibility for actions taken based on the content of this podcast. Listeners are encouraged to seek professional guidance before making changes to their horse's diet, supplements, or healthcare program.

Gościem tego wydania jest Juan José Güemes, Wiceprezes IE University oraz Przewodniczący IE Entrepreneurship & Innovation Center, który prosto po warszawskim finale IE Venture Day Poland ocenia potencjał rodzimego rynku innowacji. W rozmowie poruszono kluczowe wyzwania stojące przed europejskimi przedsiębiorcami oraz strategie budowania firm, które potrafią skutecznie skalować się na cały świat. O tym, jak skutecznie czyć edukację biznesową z globalnym rynkiem inwestorów, z zagranicznym ekspertem rozmawiał Kamil Kuć.

Estamos mesmo preparados para a revolução que a inteligência artificial e a automação estão acelerando no mercado de trabalho? Neste episódio, a gente discute como o futuro do trabalho não é só sobre tecnologia, mas sobre o resgate das habilidades mais humanas — percepção, criatividade, sensibilidade e relacionamento.Pedro Waengertner conversa com Jorge Pacheco, CEO do STATE Innovation Center, e Raphael Tiseo, cofounder e CBO da Company Hero, sobre as mudanças práticas nas carreiras, a importância da flexibilidade e do aprendizado contínuo, e o papel fundamental da rede de conexões nesse novo cenário. Eles também falam dos impactos sociais e dos desafios para quem ainda está entrando no mercado.No papo, você vai ouvir sobre:Como as hard skills estão sendo substituídas e os soft skills ganhando espaço — e por que essa mudança ainda não está no radar das escolasO surgimento do profissional independente bilionário, que controla seu know-how e sua carreiraO paradoxo entre a automação e a busca por experiências e conexões humanas no trabalhoA tensão entre a desigualdade crescente e as novas oportunidades que a tecnologia pode gerarSe você é founder, inovador ou empreendedor e quer entender como navegar neste momento de ruptura, esse episódio traz dilemas e insights que fazem toda a diferença para imaginar seu próximo passo.Dá o play e vem com a gente!

This episode of the PBL Simplified Podcast for Administrators features Dr. Jeremy Qualls, Director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center in Williamson County, Tennessee. Jeremy shares how his district is redefining Career and Technical Education (CTE) by blending workforce readiness, entrepreneurship, and real-world problem solving into a dynamic, student-centered model. Moving beyond outdated perceptions of “vo-tech,” Jeremy highlights how modern CTE programs can prepare students for both high-paying careers and elite college admissions through authentic learning experiences. A central theme is the power of community partnerships. From collaborating with Caterpillar to co-develop workforce pipelines, to working with the Tennessee Titans on real marketing challenges, students are solving real problems with real stakes. Jeremy emphasizes that nothing in their program is hypothetical—students build businesses, pitch ideas, and learn through failure. He also underscores the importance of culture, relationships, and flexibility in leadership. By prioritizing student voice, authentic work, and adaptive teaching practices, his team has created a high-demand program with waitlists and measurable success. Ultimately, this episode challenges school leaders to rethink traditional education models and embrace innovative, partnership-driven approaches that truly prepare students for the future. Community & Calls to Action Follow Dr. Jeremy Qualls and the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Center on LinkedIn Visit the campus or attend the ribbon cutting (August 7) Connect with local industry partners to bring real-world problems into classrooms Reflect on your district's CTE vision—are students doing real or hypothetical work? Share this episode with fellow administrators and leave a review to support the show

In this episode, Cory Criss joins Duane Mancini to share his path from pediatric surgeon to building innovation infrastructure at Nationwide Children's and helping launch the Midwest Pediatric Device Consortium (MPDC), an FDA-funded Pediatric Device Consortium created to accelerate pediatric device development. The conversation breaks down why pediatrics is uniquely hard—small, fragmented markets and the need for multi-institutional clinical evidence—alongside the stark funding gap, with less than 1% of VC dollars going to pediatric-only companies despite children representing 25% of the population. Corey explains how Nationwide's Innovation Center de-risks and educates through an innovation fellowship, and how MPDC unites Nationwide, Cincinnati Children's, Ohio State, Cleveland Clinic Children's, and others to support pediatric startups nationwide with expert evaluation, hospital access, and non-dilutive funding. They also discuss lessons learned managing multi-institution partnerships, sustainability beyond grant funding, and why clinician and hospital buy-in is critical for international startups entering the U.S. market.Cory Criss LinkedInNationwide Children's Hospital WebsiteMPDC WebsiteMPDC YouTube ChannelPediatric Device Consortium: Cardiovascular Focus Event Registration Duane Mancini LinkedInProject Medtech WebsiteProject Medtech LinkedInThank you to our sponsors: Ward Law and JumpStart Inc.

In the first episode of Season 5, we speak with Dr. Rita Poteyeva, Director of the Innovation Center for Youth Justice (ICYJ) at James Madison University (JMU). In this discussion, we explore the creation and evolution of the ICYJ, including its core pillars of activity—such as the Youth Justice minor, research, symposia, and internship opportunities—and how these efforts are helping shape the future of the field. The NRC is proud to collaborate with JMU through the ICYJ to advance innovation in youth justice systems and help prepare the next generation of leaders.To learn more about the National Resource Center for the Transformation of Youth Justice (formerly the RFK National Resource Center for Juvenile Justice) and how we may be able to serve your community, please visit our website, contact our team, or follow us on LinkedIn: Website: www.nrctyj.org Contact Us: www.nrctyj.org/contact-us Social: LinkedIn

U.S. gas prices have passed $4 a gallon first the first time since 2022, largely due to the war in Iran.California has the highest average in the country, at nearly $5.89 for a gallon of gas.On Wednesday's Midday Edition, we talk about the high price of gas and other economic trends, from housing to population size in San Diego.Guest:Daniel Enemark, chief economist, Policy & Innovation Center

In this episode I'm joined by Bill Fienup. He's the co-founder of mHUB, one of the world's leading hardtech innovation centers, located in Chicago, IL.We explore how he went from building Nerf gun prototypes at MIT to creating a space where thousands of hardware founders can prototype, test, and scale physical products. What started out as a meetup group and a spreadsheet, grew into a full ecosystem with millions of dollars in equipment and billions of dollars in economic impact.Bill shares how to test hardware ideas without burning capital, why most teams over-focus on feasibility instead of desirability, and how to validate what people will actually pay for before you build.If you're working on physical products, or funding them, this episode is a masterclass in how to test before you invest.Enjoy my conversation with Bill Fienup.TakeawaysStart with the problem, not the solution. The biggest risk isn't building something, it's solving a problem that customers don't care enough about to act on.Desirability and willingness to pay matter more than feasibility early. Teams often over-focus on building, but the real uncertainty is whether customers value the solution enough to pay.Test demand before investing in development. Simple experiments like landing pages or fake purchase flows can validate real interest before committing resources.Iterate in spirals, not stages. Move across desirability, feasibility, and viability repeatedly, increasing investment only as uncertainty is reduced.Avoid building the wrong thing the right way. Strong execution can't fix a fundamentally misaligned product, validation must come before scale.Use competition as validation. Existing solutions signal real demand and confirm the problem is worth solving.Focus on the majority, not edge cases. Designing for the loud minority can increase cost and complexity without improving overall product-market fit.Community can be a powerful starting point. MHub began as a meetup and shared spreadsheet, showing how real user pain can evolve into a scalable ecosystem.Guest LinksmHub's Website: https://www.mhubchicago.com/LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fienup/ If your leadership team is about to make a big strategic bet, the real risk usually isn't the idea, it's the assumptions behind it that haven't been surfaced yet. A Decision Sprint is a focused 6–12 week engagement where we extract, map, and test those risks so leaders can make a clear Commit, Correct, or Cut decision before major capital moves. Learn more or apply at precoil.com.

In this episode of Around Town, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann sits down with Sam Herskovitz, Executive Director of the Boyd Innovation Center, to talk about how Columbia is supporting founders building scalable, tech-driven companies.The Boyd exists to help ideas turn into real businesses, and the impact is already showing. More than 200 entrepreneurs have been served, over 40 tech companies launched or supported, and more than $1.7 million in investment capital raised.They break down the gap that exists for high-growth startups, why many founders leave to find resources elsewhere, and how Columbia is creating a stronger foundation through community, programming, and early-stage support.If you are building in tech or thinking about it, this episode offers a clear look at what's possible and what's already happening here in Columbia.Visit the Boyd here: https://www.boydinnovation.org/

“83% of the top 100 most prescribed generic medicines in the US have no domestic manufacturing source for their API.” — Charles Lyon, VP Manufacturing, Procurement & Logistics, API Innovation CenterAnd yet the capacity to produce these APIs already exists — sitting idle across US facilities operating at 50% or below.Charles Lyon, VP of Manufacturing and Procurement at the API Innovation Center (APIIC), brings decades of experience in fine and specialty chemicals to one of the most pressing challenges in US healthcare: rebuilding domestic pharmaceutical manufacturing from the ground up. Before joining APIIC, Charlie held engineering and business leadership roles across chemical intermediates, specialty chemicals, and API production — giving him a front-row view of how the US gradually ceded control of its medicine supply to overseas producers.In the latest PharmaSource podcast episode, Charlie explains how APIIC is taking a fundamentally different approach to reshoring — one that works with existing US capacity, leverages advanced manufacturing technology, and de-risks participation for CDMOs and API manufacturers through a public-private funding model.Full article

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San Diego economist Daniel Enemark joins Midday Edition to talk about the state of the economy, as new data highlights the difficulties many San Diegans face in getting by.One major concern for Enemark is the disconnect between median income and housing costs."The real challenge is will incomes rise faster than housing prices?" he said. "If that's the case, then we could see some relief, albeit slowly over many years."Guest:Daniel Enemark, chief economist, Policy & Innovation Center

The holiday season often means extra spending on gifts and travel. But amid rising costs, inflation and a weakening labor market, the financial stress can be a lot.Wednesday on Midday Edition, we zoom out and check in on the state of San Diego's economy. We discuss affordability, consumer spending during the holidays, health care costs and more.Guest:Daniel Enemark, chief economist, San Diego Regional Policy & Innovation Center

In Episode 82, host Houston Blackwood and Matt Heaton share how the ACCS Innovation Center's Career Readiness division is transforming career education across Alabama.What began as a small pilot has grown to reach 124 of Alabama's 143 school systems, where students can now use Skills for Success courses for career exploration and as a way to earn their Career Readiness Indicators (CRIs).This episode highlights how the Innovation Center's Career Readiness division continues to expand opportunities for students across the state, preparing the next generation for success in both college and the workforce.

The Army needs innovative and efficient solutions to problems. At the Association of the United States Army's Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C., Innovation Officer at the Army's 3rd Infantry Division's Marne Innovation Center (MIC) Capt. Brendan Shutt explained how the Army's grassroots innovation model is transforming problem-solving. The center embeds innovation directly into training environments, sourcing problems from soldiers in real time and involves warfighters firsthand in innovation. He said its soldier-driven, agile approach offers a compelling blueprint for future battlefield innovation and efficiency. Shutt described challenges with scaling solutions across the Army, but said partnerships with academia provide fresh perspectives, technical bandwidth and can support more complex projects involving AI and autonomous systems.

As digital transformation accelerates globally, Vietnam is emerging as a regional hub for technology and creative talent. A young and skilled workforce, combined with a rapidly expanding startup ecosystem, has positioned Vietnam as an attractive destination for investment in data, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence. These drivers are fueling widespread digitalization across industries, particularly in the financial and banking sectors.The presence of global financial and technology corporations in Vietnam plays a crucial role in connecting local talent with international standards. Establishing innovation and technology centers by multinational banks not only generates large-scale employment opportunities but also transfers knowledge, modern processes, and operational culture — enhancing Vietnam's competitiveness on the global technology map.In this week's episode of Vietnam Innovators (English), host Hao Tran speaks with Patrick Wright, Group Executive for Technology & Enterprise Operations at National Australia Bank (NAB). Patrick shares the story behind building NAB's Innovation Center in Vietnam, his perspective on Vietnam's strategic role in the bank's global technology ecosystem, and his reflections on leadership, innovation velocity, and the future of banking in the age of AI.Listen to this episode on YouTubeAnd explore many amazing articles about the pioneers at: https://vietcetera.com/vn/bo-suu-tap/vietnam-innovatorFeel free to leave any questions or invitations for business cooperation at hello@vni-digest.com

Started by retired Ford engineer Dave Glickman, John and Mike take you on a tour of this summer's Ford employee Research and Innovation Center car show at the Ford World Headquarters campus in Dearborn.

This week on Hustleshare, host Ron Baetiong sits down with Cristina “Indo” Ibanez, president of Scale NCR and head of Miriam College's Innovation Center. From growing up in a family of entrepreneurs to championing collaboration among university-based incubators, Indo shares how she's turning classrooms into launchpads for the next wave of Filipino founders.Resources:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcibanez/ Facebook (Scale NCR): https://www.facebook.com/SCALENCR/ Website (Philippine Startup Week 2025): https://www.phstartupweek.com/Links/Sponsors:OneCFO: https://www.onecfoph.co/Hustleshare is powered by Podmachine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this podcast episode ... It's not your Grandfather's Chamber of Commerce. We check in with the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut's Innovation Center, two years on. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.

First, two San Diego congressmen were denied entry into a federal building downtown. We tell you why. Then, if approved, a new ordinance would restrict Immigration and Customs Enforcement from accessing city facilities. That's followed by part two of our interview with the chief economist at the San Diego Regional Policy & Innovation Center. Finally, we discover a nonprofit organization that supports people experiencing homelessness through music.

If you've ever wondered why so many high school graduates seem ill-prepared for life in the real world, you aren't alone. On this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, we have a powerful conversation with education innovator Ted Dintersmith where the broken state of America's education system is laid bare, and a refreshingly practical vision for the future is explored. The discussion, centered on Ted's new documentary “Multiple Choice,” makes a compelling case for reimagining high schools as launchpads for life, not just college admissions. As Ted puts it, “Imagine if the purpose of school were to prepare kids for life instead of standardized tests.” It's a simple idea with revolutionary implications. You're listening to Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different. We are the real dialogue podcast for people with a different mind. So get your mind in a different place, and hey ho, let's go.   Ted Dintersmith on the Cost of Standardization In today's high-pressure academic environment, schools have become laser-focused on standardized testing and college prep at the expense of real-world readiness. Ted Dintersmith is unflinching in his critique: “You hold people accountable to test scores. What are they going to do? They're going to do test prep. And I think it's damaging the futures of millions and millions of kids.” The impact is startling. Curiosity, creativity, and a sense of purpose are “crushed”, replaced by a relentless treadmill of test drills and application padding. What's more, society has paradoxically managed to “make people less capable at older and older ages.” Where previous generations might have been working, serving in the military, or starting their own ventures in their teens, many of today's young adults struggle to launch. The root, according to Ted , is a model of schooling stuck in the late 19th century, one designed for a world of rote tasks, not the dynamic, creative economy of today. “We've gone from 99% of the jobs being ‘here's your assignment, do it' jobs to basically close to 0%. Now we need people to create and invent their path forward,” Ted explains. But our schools, he laments, “put that into a meat grinder” that discourages independent thought and problem-solving.   Winchester's Innovation Center: Real-World Learning for Every Student Perhaps the most hopeful moment in the conversation is Ted Dintersmith's description of the Innovation Center in Winchester, Virginia: a school that's rewriting the rules. There, every student, regardless of their academic track, participates in hands-on, career-oriented learning. From carpentry and welding to health care and artificial intelligence, the center offers a real taste of practical skills and modern technologies. What sets Winchester apart is that this isn't a program for a select few. “Every kid is spending healthy amounts of their high school time in there, in the Innovation Center,” Ted shares, highlighting how this all-in approach bridges the gap between vocational and academic pathways. Importantly, college-bound students benefit, developing resilient, adaptable skills alongside their career-focused peers. “If a kid was at a school and they optionally took welding instead of AP chemistry, an elite college would turn them down… But here, because that's what all the kids do, they say, ‘Oh, well, they kind of had to do it. I can't really ding them for that,'” - Ted Dintersmith The results are telling. Students who might have once been written off as “suboptimal” are thriving. College applicants stand out with compelling stories of real achievement. And, perhaps most importantly, the community is united in supporting all students, regardless of their background or political leanings. “The school sends a message to the community that we respect all paths, and the community comes together irrespective of where they are in a very broken country, politically. Those political views don't matter. It's like,

Ever been curious about the NCPA Innovation Center/CPESN® Community Pharmacy Fellowship? Now's your chance to hear from Drew Register, director of the fellowship program, as he sits down with host John Beckner. Get answers to your questions and insights into how this program is shaping the future of independent pharmacy.  Learn more: https://ncpa.org/fellowship 

The site of the old Kenosha Chrysler plant is home to a new innovation center. Meanwhile, the city of Ashland is studying what to do with the site of the shuttered Northland College. And ,Wisconsin Life visits Nelson Dewey State Park to look at thousands of bats.

Listen in as your host Just Nate and Greg talk with Dr. Matt Hortt about the amazing Library located in Greeley, CO. The Evolution of Libraries and the Link Facility: Dr. Hortt discusses the massive evolution of libraries over the past 25 years, moving away from things like stamped due date cards and VHS/DVDs towards online streaming services and specialized community resources. The new facility, located in Greeley, is called Link (Library and Innovation Center) and encompasses a massive 63,000 square feet. The design for Link was driven by community input that highlighted the need for skills-based development. Key Offerings and Resources: The Link facility combines many resources often found separately in other libraries into one space, including a recording studio, interactive children's areas, and a wood shop. Key features and services mentioned include:Meeting Spaces: The library offers various meeting spaces, including a boardroom (set up for streaming and public use), smaller 2-3 person spaces, and a flexible events center that can hold approximately 300 people.• Cost: All meeting spaces and core library services are free to the public, treated as prepaid services via tax dollars.• Media and Digital Access: The library still carries books (fiction, children's, graphic novels) but relies heavily on digital resources via apps like Hoopla, Libby, and Overdrive for streaming music, movies, audiobooks, and ebooks. Anyone living in the state of Colorado can obtain a library card.• Specialty Checkouts: Patrons can check out specialty items such as laptops, wireless hotspots, and state park passes (allowing free entry into state parks).• Maker Space: The maker space is industrial-grade, featuring equipment like laser cutters, 3D printers, UV printers (capable of printing on items like golf balls), and a sublimation machine. Staff with industry experience are available to teach classes and assist the public with projects.• Certifications: The library is launching a partnership with Snap-on tools (through NC3) to provide hands-on certifications to patrons related to tools and industrial skills.Operational Context and Challenges: The High Plains Library District is a government entity (a special taxing district) funded by property taxes (mill levy), supported by a strong tax base from gas and oil production in Weld County. Although they are exploring using an unstaffed model to become 24/7, they are not currently open around the clock. Dr. Hortt noted that the biggest current challenge is determining the library's next focus based on competing community ideas, securing continued government funding, and overcoming the lack of public awareness regarding the modern capabilities the library offers.To go to the Library, you can drive to 501 8th Ave, Greeley, COTo find out more about the Smalls or become a member, please check us out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thesmalls.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To contact Just Nate:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠justnate@thesmalls.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠—  Send in a voice message: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/thesmalls/message⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support this podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/thesmalls/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/thesmalls⁠⁠⁠⁠

What will AI really do to your job—replace it, reshape it, or leave it untouched?In this episode of AI Experience, Julien Redelsperger speaks with Karen Boyd, Director of Research at the Policy & Innovation Center, about what it means to be “AI-ready” in the workplace. You'll hear how AI is already changing both white-collar and blue-collar jobs, why some roles are more exposed than others, and what skills will matter most in the years ahead. Karen also shares why reflexivity—the ability to notice your own assumptions—may be the human edge that helps you thrive alongside algorithms. If you're wondering how to adapt your career, or how to prepare your teams for the age of AI, this conversation is for you.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

San Diego's unemployment rate decreased slightly to 5% in August, yet still hovers near a four-year high.Tuesday on Midday Edition, we check in with a local economist on the latest unemployment numbers. We also dig into why the Federal Reserve decided to lower interest rates, and how ongoing uncertainty around economic policy continues.Guest:Daniel Enemark, chief economist, San Diego Regional Policy & Innovation Center

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Jeremy Qualls, Executive Director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center at Williamson County Schools, who discusses the center's growth and success. Established seven years ago, the center initially had 72 students but now has 270 with a long waitlist. The program offers a unique, non-traditional education experience, exposing students to real-world entrepreneurship, including interactions with venture capitalists, mentors, and angel investors. Students spend one period a day at the center, learning through hands-on experiences and collaborations. Mentors include leaders from business, tech, medical and other industries in the community and specialists like a patent attorney.Jeremy Qualls next highlights their pitch process where the student entrepreneurs compete for a grant, which is 100% funded by private donations. He mentions that the winner gets an opportunity to submit to Chicago and that they have had several students make the top 20 in the past. He shares the success story of Anthony Beckett, who created an educational technology product called Markify, which won the IncubatorEdu National Pitch Competition last July and already has gained 12,000 users worldwide. Jeremy mentions that Markify is now looking for angel investment to hire someone to market and sell the product.Jeremy Qualls then discusses the success of a current student, Abby Goddard, who created Spikey, a spiked drink detection keychain. Abby was selected as the winner of their local Shark Tank this year. She recently fulfilled an order for 800 units.Jeremy then introduces The Innovation Hub, a project funded by a grant from the State of Tennessee for vocational education. The Innovation Hub, which will be a 25,000 square foot facility, aims to shift the traditional educational model and create innovative partnerships. He discusses the new vocational pathways being introduced at the central facility. The aviation program, in partnership with Franklin Special School District and Hawkins Flight Academy, allows students to obtain a private pilot license at 16. The program also includes a partnership with MTSU, providing up to 12 hours of college credit. The entrepreneurial program, in partnership with Thompson Caterpillar, offers two post-secondary programs: heavy machine technology and electrical power generation. These programs are designed to provide direct-to-work opportunities and matriculate into post-secondary institutions. The Innovation Hub also will focus on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and hospitality, with a culinary arts program being the largest requested CTE program. The Innovation Hub will include a mock hotel lobby, a work-based learning site with Honest Coffee, and more. The project is expected to be completed by August 2026 for the start of the 2026-2027 school year.Jeremy Qualls wraps up discussing the importance of partnerships in workforce development, particularly in the Middle Tennessee region. He emphasizes the need for business partners with a desire for a return on investment in the form of a future workforce. He also mentions the need for more partners offering apprenticeships or internships, and the possibility of in-kind donations. Jeremy encourages potential partners to reach out directly to him at jeremy.qualls@wcs.edu for more information.Visit https://www.wcs.edu/secondary/entrepreneurship-innovation-center-eic to learn more about the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center at Williamson County Schools.

Analysts Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, and Daryl Schoolar discuss the recent event at the T-Mobile Executive Briefing Center and Innovation Center in Bellevue, WA, highlighting the company's evolving business strategies and innovative technology applications.00:00 Episode intro 00:29 EBC first impressions and company strategy 03:10 Effectiveness of the EBC 04:03 Catering to the relationship aspect of sales 05:33 T-Mobile's technology advantages 08:42 T-Mobile events are well-rounded 11:00 Slicing and private networks 14:20 Episode wrap-upTags: telecom, telecommunications, wireless, prepaid, postpaid, cellular phone, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, Daryl Schoolar, T-Mobile, L4S, 5G Advanced, slicing, 5G Standalone, Verizon, AT&T, satellite, T-Priority, gaming, private networks

About this episode: The reconciliation bill passed by Congress in July is set to unravel key aspects of the Affordable Care Act that have expanded health coverage to millions of Americans. In this episode: One of the architects of the ACA, Liz Fowler, outlines how work requirements, truncated enrollment periods, and higher premiums will change health care for Americans on Medicaid and Medicare and for those buying coverage through their state's marketplace. Guest: Elizabeth Fowler, PhD, JD, is a distinguished scholar in Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and previously served as the director of the Innovation Center at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Host: Lindsay Smith Rogers, MA, is the producer of the Public Health On Call podcast, an editor for Expert Insights, and the director of content strategy for the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Show links and related content: How New Federal Legislation Will Affect Health Care Costs and Access for Americans—Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health When Do the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's Health Care Provisions Go Into Effect?—Center for American Progress Health Provisions in the 2025 Federal Budget Reconciliation Law—KFF Transcript information: Looking for episode transcripts? Open our podcast on the Apple Podcasts app (desktop or mobile) or the Spotify mobile app to access an auto-generated transcript of any episode. Closed captioning is also available for every episode on our YouTube channel. Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @‌PublicHealthPod on Bluesky @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Instagram @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @‌PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed Note: These podcasts are a conversation between the participants, and do not represent the position of Johns Hopkins University.

Rogel Mari Sese is Director at ADDVentures Innovation Center. ADDVentures Innovation Center is the technology business incubator and innovation hub of Ateneo de Davao University in Davao City. ADDVentures Innovation Center incubates startups in the aerospace and robotics technologies, helping them turn ideas into market-ready products. Watch the episode to learn more about the services that ADDVentures Innovation Center provides for startups! This episode is recorded live at ADDVentures Innovation Center, technology business incubator and innovation hub of Ateneo de Davao University in Davao City.In this episode | 01:37 Ano ang ADDVentures Innovation Center? | 06:31 What services are provided by the incubator? | 17:13 What type of startups are supported? | 24:46 How can interested startups join? | 30:07 What is the story behind the incubator? | 37:57 How is the startup ecosystem in Davao? | 46:55 What are future plans for the incubator? | 52:41 How can listeners find more information?ADDVENTURES INNOVATION CENTERFacebook: https://facebook.com/ADDUVenturesTHIS EPISODE IS CO-PRODUCED BY:SPROUT SOLUTIONS: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sprout.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/SproutPayrollStarter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠APEIRON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apeirongrp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TWALA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twala.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SYMPH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://symph.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SECUNA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secuna.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RED CIRCLE GLOBAL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://redcircleglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MAROON STUDIOS: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maroonstudios.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AIMHI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aimhi.ai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS:Ask Lex PH Academy: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://asklexph.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (5% discount on e-learning courses! Code: ALPHAXSUP)PIXEL by Eplayment: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://pixel.eplayment.co/auth/sign-up?r=PIXELXSUP1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Sign up using Code: PIXELXSUP1)School of Profits: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://schoolofprofits.academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Founders Launchpad: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://founderslaunchpad.vc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hier Business Solutions: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hierpayroll.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Agile Data Solutions (Hustle PH): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://agiledatasolutions.tech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Smile Checks: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://getsmilechecks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CloudCFO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cloudcfo.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Free financial assessment, process onboarding, and 6-month QuickBooks subscription! Mention: Start Up Podcast PH)Cloverly: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cloverly.tech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BuddyBetes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buddybetes.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HKB Digital Services: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://contakt-ph.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on RFID Business Cards! Code: CONTAKTXSUP)Hyperstacks: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hyperstacksinc.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OneCFO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onecfoph.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (10% discount on CFO services! Code: ONECFOXSUP)UNAWA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unawa.asia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SkoolTek: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://skooltek.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Support: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettersupport.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Referral fee for anyone who can bring in new BPO clients!)Britana: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://britanaerp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wunderbrand: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wunderbrand.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EastPoint Business Outsourcing Services: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/eastpointoutsourcing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Doon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://doon.ph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DVCode Technologies Inc: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dvcode.tech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LookingFour Buy & Sell Online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lookingfour.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NutriCoach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nutricoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Uplift Code Camp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://upliftcodecamp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (5% discount on bootcamps and courses! Code: UPLIFTSTARTUPPH)START UP PODCAST PHYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/startuppodcastph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/6BObuPvMfoZzdlJeb1XXVa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-up-podcast/id1576462394⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/startuppodcastph⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/StartUpPodcastPH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PIXEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://pixel.eplayment.co/dl/startuppodcastph⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://phstartup.online⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This episode is edited by the team at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tasharivera.com

San Diego County's unemployment rate hit a four-year high, according to state labor data released last week, all while the region has the highest inflation rate in the United States.On Midday Edition Tuesday, we hear from a local economist on what that means for the regional economy heading into the fall months.Guests:Daniel Enemark, chief economist, Policy & Innovation Center

Robert Gould. Youngest developer in the U.S. to lead a $300 million community development project in partnership with the City of Savannah.

Robert Gould. Youngest developer in the U.S. to lead a $300 million community development project in partnership with the City of Savannah.

Robert Gould. Youngest developer in the U.S. to lead a $300 million community development project in partnership with the City of Savannah.

In Part 3 of this Pulse Check series, Dave Hunt sits down with Maya Georgieva, Founding Senior Director of the Innovation Center and the XR, AI, and Quantum Labs at Parsons School of Design at The New School. Maya unpacks what it means to be a “narrative futurist” and explores how creative professionals can meaningfully engage with frontier technologies like spatial computing, generative AI, and quantum systems. The conversation dives deep into authorship, ethics, immersive storytelling, and how to maintain the human voice in an increasingly automated world.Guest Name: Maya Georgieva, Senior Director, Innovation Center - AI, XR (VR, AR, Spatial Computing) and Quantum Labs, The New SchoolGuest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayaig/Guest Bio: Maya Georgieva is a futurist, immersive storyteller, and global thought leader shaping the future of learning, creativity, and innovation. She is Senior Director of the Innovation Center and the XR, AI, and Quantum Labs at The New School, where she leads strategic work at the intersection of storytelling, emerging technologies, and design. At Parsons School of Design, Maya teaches the largest Immersive Storytelling course in the U.S., guiding students in building speculative worlds using VR, AR, and generative AI. A sought-after speaker and writer, Maya's work has been featured in the EDUCAUSE Review, The Economist, The Atlantic, and she has presented at the United Nations, UNESCO, SXSW, and more. Most recently, she co-authored several landmark reports on AI ethics, XR in education, and immersive learning. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Abe Sutton, director of the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI), sits down with Aledade CEO Farzad Mostashari, M.D., and Sean Cavanaugh to unpack the new strategic framework for CMMI models. Sutton explores CMMI's focus on three pillars: promoting evidence-based prevention, improving patient access to their health data and driving choice and competition in health care markets. He discusses the recently announced WISeR (Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction) Model, which aims to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) in reviewing prior-authorization requests to prevent harmful or unnecessary services. He also talks about the Ambulatory Specialty Model (ASM), which would reward specialists for improving health outcomes in Medicare patients with lower back pain or heart failure and CMS efforts to improve risk adjustment through permanent programs and testing new ideas on a smaller scale through the Innovation Center. Connect with us at acoshow@aledade.com or visit the Aledade Newsroom

On the eve of San Diego Comic-Con, we take a closer look at the local economy — and how the convention impacts it.A local economist shares insights on what a jump in unemployment means for the region, and how tourism remains a bright spot.Guest:Daniel Enemark, chief economist, San Diego Regional Policy & Innovation Center

In Episode 64, hosts Kailah Dozier and Houston Blackwood sit down with the ACCS Innovation Center's Workforce Coordinators, Fodina Henderson, Darlisha Davis, and Latrenda Nicholson for a candid conversation about the heart behind their work. From delivering equipment to helping students access training, the coordinators share what it means to build trust, stay adaptable, and support their community colleges and Alabama's future workforce through Skills for Success.They discuss how they tailor their communication styles, tackle challenges on the fly, and stay rooted in service. The episode also looks ahead to their goals for expanding community outreach, learning new tools, and continuing to support their regions and the Innovation Center's mission.

Join Shoshanna Shumka, Executive Director of the Independent School Experiential Education Network (ISEEN), as she discusses experiential education, the Kolb learning cycle, and the importance of human connection in learning. Discover how ISEEN supports educators and fosters impactful, real-world experiences for students.Independent Schools Experiential Education Network (ISEEN)ISEEN ProgramsWhat is Experiential Education?ISEEN Catalyst InstituteKolb's experiential learning cycleInside Dawson's Innovation Center, four-minute video introducing the Alexander Dawson School's experiential learning buildingContact Shoshanna on LinkedIn

What does the future of logistics really look like? In this episode, host Blythe Milligan shares details on her recent behind-the-scenes tour of DHL's Export Facility and Innovation Center in Chicago. From sorting 10,000 packages an hour with only a dozen employees to integrating robotics and generative AI, the tour demonstrates how tech and transparency are reshaping the supply chain. This episode truly highlights how one of the world's largest logistics companies is using automation to drive efficiency and scale. Key takeaways: DHL's export facility in Chicago can process up to 10,000 packages per hour with just 12 employees on the floor. Robotics like Robust AI and Boston Dynamics' Spot are already being tested in real-world warehouse environments. The company is rolling out a global generative AI hub with over 75,000 users across 140 countries. AI tools now handle customs processing at massive scale, including 35 million customs entries. New delivery methods like e-bikes from Rytle aim to tackle the challenges of last-mile logistics in dense urban areas.LINKS:DHL's WebsiteDHL's Logistics Trend RadarWATCH THE FULL EPISODE HEREFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know. -----------------------------------------THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interview series powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the leap and found a home with SPI freight agent program. CargoRex – Your Logistics Hub. Explore, discover, and evolve with the all-in-one platform connecting you to the top logistics tools, services, and industry voices. Whether you're a leader, researcher, or creator, CargoRex helps you stay ahead. Explore Now Digital Dispatch maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers. Check out our website services here.

At the beginning of May, the National Institutes of Health, part of the Department of Health and Human Services, announced a plan to develop a universal vaccine platform. Think: a single shot for flu or COVID-19 that would last years, maybe a lifetime. The plan—called Generation Gold Standard—has a reported budget of $500 million, and a tight deadline. But will it work? And where does the science on this actually stand? In this live broadcast, Hosts Flora Lichtman and Ira Flatow talk with epidemiologist Michael Osterholm and vaccine researcher Ted Ross.Guests: Michael Osterholm is Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, Minnesota.Dr. Ted Ross is the global director of vaccine research at the Cleveland Clinic's Florida Research and Innovation Center in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Transcript will be available after the show airs on sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

On this episode of Translating Proteomics, host Parag Mallick discusses spatial proteomics with special guest Fiona Ginty Ph.D. Fiona is a Senior Principal Scientist in Precision Diagnostics at the GE Healthcare Technology & Innovation Center. She is a leader in the development of spatial proteomics technologies and their application in precision diagnostics and medicine.Their discussion covers:· How Fiona began working in spatial proteomics· Why spatial biology is important· What the future holds for spatial biologyChapters:00:00 – Introduction01:54 – Fiona's journey to biology05:26 – Fiona's transition to tool development07:20 – Working at GE Research11:26 – Identifying the importance of spatial biology14:43 – How Cell DIVETM works18:25 – The importance of single cell23:01 - When Fiona realized the technology worked28:04 – Spatial biology projects Fiona is excited about30:08 – Fiona's role in HuBMAP36:50 – Learnings from HuBMAP so far38:35 – The future of spatial proteomics in the clinic46:56 – Current limits on spatial proteomics49:56 – Current and future uses of AI in spatial proteomics53:30 – The most exciting thing Fiona learned in her spatial proteomics journey56:08 – OutroResources:Method of the Year 2024: Spatial ProteomicsPaper covering the spatial proteomics technology Fiona worked on at GE HealthcareHighly multiplexed single-cell analysis of formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded cancer tissueHubMAP – Human BioMolecular Atlas ProgramHuman Tumor Atlas NetworkCell DIVE Multiplex Imaging SolutionPapers discussing what makes colorectal cancer cells undergo apoptosis in response to chemotherapyAn atlas of inter- and intra-tumor heterogeneity of apoptosis competency in colorectal cancer tissue at single-cell resolutionIntegrated multiplex analysis of cell death regulators in stage II colorectal cancer suggests patients with ‘persister' cell profiles fail to benefit from adjuvant chemotherapyPaper discussing how the distance between tumor cells and cytotoxic t-cells correlates to caspase levelSpatial effects of infiltrating T cells on neighbouring cancer cells and prognosis in stage III CRC patients - Azimi - 2024 - The Journal of Pathology - Wiley Online LibraryPaper showing it takes 3 hits from cytotoxic...

Send us a textWe all have an inherent capacity for creativity, but queerness and creativity have a special connection. This week In the Den, Sara sits down with creativity coach Liz Heichelbech to discuss how to explore, claim, and live our own authentic lives.  Navigating true self-expression in the often challenging waters of cultural and societal norms and expectations can be a powerful catalyst for creativity. Sara and Liz dive into how creativity shapes our stories, what power art holds in the coming out process, and why queerness and imagination are so deeply connected.Special Guest: Liz HeichelbechLiz Heichelbech is a creativity coach, educator, author, and artist. Originally a professional contemporary and classical dancer, she earned her BFA in Fine Arts Studies from the University of Arizona, and a Masters in Education from Lesley University. She holds Massachusetts state teaching certifications in Dance, Theatre, and English, and taught in the Weston Public School district for over 20 years. She was a creative collaborator in her role as Instructional Coach for five years at Weston Middle School, and was the facilitator for Weston Secondary New Teacher Mentor Program for ten years. Liz was the former artistic director of Women's Improv Group Boston. She has taught creative workshops at Tucson Medical Center, Rainbow Lifelong Learning, Weston Arts and Innovation Center, Waldron Center for the Performing Arts, Bloomington Council on Aging, and with Joy Point Solutions. She is a recent graduate of the Martha Beck Wayfinder Life Coaching Program, and is a member of the Creativity Coaching Association. Liz' first novel, Chopin in Kentucky, was published by Bluemoose Books in 2023, and she is currently at work on the sequel, Lost and Found at the Canary Cafe. Her first adult coloring and creativity workbook, Start Where You Art, was published by Literary Kitchen in 2024. Liz believes in the restorative power of creative play in writing and the fine and performing arts. She knows well how to help others access, respond, and transform their ideas, feelings, desires, and dreams. Using a blend of life coaching techniques, personal inquiry, and guided, process-oriented creative structures, Liz is on a mission to inspire others and help them align with their most essential selves.Links from the Show:Liz's website: https://www.creativeincites.com/  Join Mama Dragons here: www.mamadragons.org In the Den is made possible by generous donors like you. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today at www.mamadragons.org. Support the showConnect with Mama Dragons:WebsiteInstagramFacebookDonate to this podcast

On this week's episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, I sat down with Dr. Shuting Hu, an award-winning cosmetic scientist and the Founder of Acaderma, a skincare brand rooted in cutting-edge research and innovation. As one of the youngest scientists to receive the prestigious IFSCC Henry Maso Award, Dr. Hu has dedicated her career to developing novel natural ingredients, pioneering sustainable beauty solutions, and bridging the gap between science and skincare.Dr. Hu turned down a faculty position to launch her own Research & Innovation Center and was later selected as the first entrepreneur from Asia to join the Sephora Accelerate Program, where she developed Acaderma into a game-changing science-backed skincare brand.Join us as we discuss: