Podcast appearances and mentions of James Hood

THESE HOT SUMMER DAYS inspire a more energetic music, born out of ancient rituals, festivals, and religious ceremonies, and featuring primitive instruments whose descendants are still with us—flutes, rattles, drums, and other members of the global percussion family. Whether played for practical communication on hunts, for social and military occasions, or to accompany artistic performances, percussion music served many functions in cultures all over the ancient world. According to Grateful Dead drummer MICKEY HART in his essential book PLANET DRUM: “World Music—and the percussive impulse that drives it—reaches past the needs of the marketplace, into emotional and spiritual dialogue with older oral traditions. Underneath the world's extraordinary musical diversity is another, deeper realm, in which there is no better or worse, no modern or primitive, no art music or folk music—no distinctions at all—but rather an organic compulsion to translate the emotional fact of being alive into sound, into rhythm, into something you can dance to.” On this transmission of HEARTS of SPACE—an ambient/trance/world percussion journey—on a program called PLANETARY RHYTHMS. Music is by JAMES HOOD, SPACE DRUM MEDITATION, DON PEYOTE, JAMES ASHER, MICHAEL SHRIEVE, HANG MASSIVE, SHAMANIC DRUMS, BYRON METCALF, and MICKEY HART. [ view playlist ] [ view Flickr image gallery ] [ play 30 second MP3 promo ]

This Day in Legal History: University of Alabama DesegregatedOn June 11, 1963, a pivotal moment in the American Civil Rights Movement unfolded at the University of Alabama. Governor George Wallace famously stood in the doorway of Foster Auditorium to block the enrollment of two African-American students, Vivian Malone and James Hood, symbolizing his commitment to segregation. This act of defiance came to an end when President John F. Kennedy federalized the Alabama National Guard, compelling Wallace to step aside under military pressure. The successful enrollment of Malone and Hood marked a significant step towards educational desegregation in the South. On the same day, President Kennedy delivered a landmark Civil Rights speech, addressing the nation and emphasizing the moral and legal necessity of ending racial discrimination. Kennedy's speech highlighted the importance of civil rights as a fundamental issue of morality, equality, and justice, urging Congress to pass comprehensive civil rights legislation. This address and the events at the University of Alabama signaled a turning point, showcasing the federal government's commitment to enforcing desegregation and protecting civil rights. The confrontation in Tuscaloosa and Kennedy's impassioned plea laid the groundwork for the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which aimed to eradicate racial discrimination across various facets of American life.United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain is currently under investigation by the union's federal corruption monitor, Neil Barofsky, for allegations of retaliating against another union officer. This investigation poses a significant threat to Fain, who has built a reputation as a reformist leader closely allied with the Biden administration. The court-appointed monitor's 36-page report details claims of increased resistance from the union, including delays in providing documents mandated by a consent decree established in 2020 to avoid a federal takeover.Fain, who narrowly won the presidency last year by pledging transparency and reform, now faces accusations that challenge his public image. The same day the report was filed, the UAW achieved a landmark contract with Ultium Cells LLC, which significantly raised wages for workers. This victory followed Fain's success in unionizing a Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, though efforts to unionize a Mercedes plant in Alabama failed.The monitor's report highlights at least two officials who allege retaliation for refusing to approve certain expenditures. One incident involves Fain reassigning duties from Vice President Rich Boyer, purportedly for “dereliction of duty,” though Boyer claims it was due to his refusal to engage in financial misconduct.Fain has denied these allegations, attributing them to his disruptive efforts to reform the union. He maintains that the UAW leadership is committed to democratic principles and serving its members, and welcomes the investigation to clear any doubts. The report also suggests that the UAW's cooperation with investigations has declined since February, complicating the monitor's efforts to address corruption.This investigation into Fain is connected to another probe involving Secretary-Treasurer Margaret Mock, who alleges that her power was curtailed in retaliation for not approving expenditures beneficial to Fain's office. The U.S. Department of Justice supports the monitor's claims, noting that the union's actions are impeding efforts to eliminate corruption within the UAW.UAW President Under Investigation by Federal Court Monitor (2)A secret recording of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito, made public by liberal activist Lauren Windsor, reveals him supporting the idea of returning the country "to a place of godliness." The authenticity of the recording, shared on social media and with Rolling Stone, has not been independently verified by Reuters. Alito is heard agreeing with Windsor's statement about the necessity for believers in God to fight for the country's return to godliness.When questioned about political polarization, the voice identified as Alito's suggests that deep ideological differences make compromise difficult and predicts that one side will ultimately prevail. Windsor argues this reveals a bias, undermining judicial impartiality. James Duff, executive director of the Supreme Court Historical Society, condemned the secret recording as inconsistent with the event's spirit.Alito is also under scrutiny for flags linked to former President Trump's election fraud claims flying outside his homes. Despite Democratic calls for his recusal from related cases, Alito denied familiarity with the flags' symbolism and stated that his wife was responsible for the flag-flying.Supreme Court's Alito appears to back US return to 'godliness' in secret recording | ReutersThe 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans has decided against adopting a pioneering rule that would regulate the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) by lawyers in its proceedings. Initially proposed in November, the rule would have required lawyers to verify the accuracy of citations and legal analysis generated by AI tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT. Misrepresentation could have led to sanctions or filings being dismissed.The court's decision was influenced by public comments from the legal community, which largely opposed the rule, arguing that existing regulations already ensure the accuracy of court filings. Some other federal appeals courts have also considered similar regulations due to incidents where AI-generated briefs included fictitious citations. Despite scrapping the proposed rule, the 5th Circuit emphasized that parties and counsel are still responsible for ensuring their filings are truthful and accurate. The court made it clear that using AI will not excuse any violations of existing rules.5th Circuit scraps plans to adopt AI rule after lawyers object | ReutersIn November, Arizona voters will decide on a proposal that would grant homeowners greater property tax refunds. This proposal allows taxpayers to seek refunds for expenses incurred due to the state's inability to mitigate what is deemed a "public nuisance" caused by unhoused populations. I argue that a more compassionate approach would incentivize contributions to initiatives that assist the unhoused rather than compensating homeowners for their presence.This proposal risks fostering negative perceptions of unhoused individuals by framing homelessness as a detriment to homeowners. Traditionally, property taxes have funded public services that benefit communities, including support for vulnerable populations. State governments often use tax revenues to combat housing shortages and provide relief to economically disadvantaged groups. The proposed policy in Arizona, however, shifts this focus, potentially causing long-term harm by categorizing homelessness as a homeowner inconvenience.Arizona faces an affordable housing crisis, with a statewide shortage of 270,000 homes and a 72% rise in homelessness in Phoenix over the past six years. The proposal could drain state resources and set a precedent for taxpayers to claim refunds whenever state policies are perceived to cost them money. This shift undermines broader efforts to fund social services and could lead to selective taxpayer funding of services.A humane alternative would involve increasing property taxes in areas with high unhoused populations to fund comprehensive social services. This could include affordable housing, shelters, mental health services, and job training programs. Taxpayers could receive incentives for donations to approved nonprofits assisting the unhoused, creating a virtuous cycle where increased funding reduces homelessness and, consequently, lowers property tax bills.As Arizona voters consider this proposal, they will influence how the state addresses homelessness and the role of property taxes in supporting community welfare. They can proceed forward with either compassionate approaches that can mitigate homelessness or reinforce social divisions by using tax policy to marginalize the unhoused.Arizona Property Tax Bill Would Harm Unhoused to Help Homeowners This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Welcome to Horror bring you another filmmaker interview! Lee sits down with James Hood, writer and director of “Caretaker”, the haunting and enigmatic film that won Best Short Film at this year's Romford Horror Film Festival. Massive thanks to James for his time, and for giving us the opportunity to view “caretaker”, the episode also comes with a brief spoiler free review from the team as well, and we urge you to seek this film out now! Find James at Instagram: james_w_hood Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/ffeD

Fusebox 219 “The How To Of The What For” 26:14 – PRE ROLL: Iko And Milo In The Lab, Banana Powered Radio, James Hood's' “Beautifica”, Fusebox Liner ID, The Hotwire Of Science: (1.) Animal Dung Has New Life? (2.) Reflecting The Dark Backwards, (3.) Fungal Computing, The Wood Wide Web? Fungal Computer Eats Cleveland, Show […]

Death of Defendant Limits Recovery of Damages to Insurance Unless Timely Claim to Estate of Decedent In Maryland, to facilitate the prompt settlement of decedents' estates, a person must "present" a claim against an estate within six months after the decedent's death or two months after the personal representative mails or delivers proper notice of the need to file a claim within two months, whichever comes first. Maryland Code § 8-103(a) of the Estates and Trusts Article ("ET"). In general, if a claimant fails to meet those statutory deadlines, the claim is "forever barred." In Nicholas Shanefelter v. James Edward Hood, Jr., No. 1913-2021, Court of Special Appeals of Maryland (January 4, 2023) the Court of Appeals resolved the dispute by recognizing that if the decedent had insurance coverage for the claim, the claimant need not present a timely claim against the estate, as long as the claimant files suit against the estate before the applicable statute of limitations has run. In that event, a judgment against the estate is not limited to the amount of insurance coverage, but the amount of the judgment that is recoverable from the estate is limited to the amount of the policy. In essence, the case becomes an action against the insurance policy. In this case, the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County employed ET § 8-104(e)(2) to limit the amount recoverable from an estate to the limits of the decedent's automobile insurance policy. FACTUAL BACKGROUND On December 1, 2018, appellant Nicholas Shanefelter was involved in an automobile accident with the late James Hood, Jr. At the time of the accident, State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. insured the car that Hood was driving. Hood died on August 4, 2019, of causes unrelated to the accident. On September 30, 2019, Hood's wife opened an estate on his behalf with the Register of Wills for Anne Arundel County. On February 20, 2020, Shanefelter filed suit against Hood in the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County. On March 6, 2020, seven months after Hood's death, Shanefelter filed a claim against Hood's estate with the Register of Wills for Anne Arundel County. The claim was untimely. TRIAL COURT VERDICT After a two-day trial in October 2021, a jury returned a verdict in favor of Shanefelter and against the estate in the amount of $285,977.69. One week after the verdict, the estate filed a motion and asked the court to limit the amount of the judgment that was recoverable from the estate to the policy limits of $100,000.00. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/barry-zalma/support

    The Handpan, or Hang, is a percussion instrument related to the Caribbean steelpan instrument. It is like a convex version of a steel drum with the two halves attached together. The instrument has been used in a lot of new age music and faux new-age eastern mysticism. Like a lot of new age music instrumentation there is a fine line between enjoyable, relaxing ambient and new age schlock. Unfortunately, many time use of the handpan falls into the latter category. That being said, I do occasionally like the sound of the handpan and I don't care about healing energy and mystical power crapola. I just like the sound. While relaxing outside on my deck I came across Musical Incense vol. 1 by Laura Inserra. It became my go to music for zoning out in a chaise lounge while doom-scrolling Twitter, a habit I really need to break. I decided to make an all handpan mix. The vibe is slow and relaxing. Sometimes handpan players can show off with their hands racing around the instrument to create intricate patterns. That style has its place but not in this mix. I tried to keep the pace slow and the vibe relaxing.  I can imagine some folks complaining that it all sounds the same. But that's what I like about this mix - it feels like one long handpan track. I can really zone out to it. Here are links to all the albums used in this mix in the order in which they appear: https://laurainserra.bandcamp.com/album/musical-incense-vol-1 https://www.amazon.com/Rhythms-Sleep-Music-Deep-Rest/dp/1622034368 https://www.amazon.com/Pure-Ceremony-James-Hood/dp/B01AXMDN5I https://whaleloryb.bandcamp.com/track/awaken-earth-handpan-journey https://laurainserra.bandcamp.com/album/musical-incense-vol-1 https://www.amazon.com/Reiki-Healing-Music-Christopher-Wolves/dp/B004H1Z31Y https://www.amazon.com/Pure-Ceremony-James-Hood/dp/B01AXMDN5I https://ravidgoldschmidt.com/product/calm-upon-you/   Kick back and come along on this relaxing handpan journey.   Cheers!     T R A C K L I S T : 00:00    Laura Inserra - Passage I (Musical Incense vol. 1) 05:40    Christopher Of The Wolves - Dream Sequence (Rhythms Of Sleep) 13:52    James Hood - Stereoscopic Mindgasm (Pure Ceremony) 18:10    Calm Whale - Awaken Earth - Handpan Journey 30:45    Laura Inserra - Passage III (Musical Incense vol. 1) 40:15    Christopher Of The Wolves - Surrender (Reiki - Healing Music) 51:12    James Hood - 12 Uses of Time (Pure Ceremony) 59:00    Ravid Goldschmidt - Calm Upon You(hang solo) (Calm Upon You) 63:45    end

The subtle, melodic rhythms of the PANArt "hang" — arguably the first new musical instrument of the 21st century. It's a descendant of the steel pan drum, the product of Swiss craftsmanship and perfectionism. And in the hands of a musician with the right sensibility, it's a vehicle for innerspace travel. On this transmission of Hearts of Space, summer spacemusic for the hang and some of its siblings in the resonant percussion family, on a program called "CEREMONY." Music is by JAMES HOOD, LAURA INSERRA & DARREN GIBBS, CHRISTOPHER OF THE WOLVES, TRYSHE DHEVNEY, and RAVID GOLDSCHMIDT. [ view playlist ] [ view Flickr image gallery ] [ play 30 second MP3 promo ]

Vivan Malone came from hard working people who just wanted the best for their children. That motivation encouraged Vivan to get her education even if it meant defying segregation laws of Alabama during the early 1960s. Amid incredible distractions, and at times incredible danger, she completed her education and became one of many brave women of color in our history. James Hood had the same goal as Vivan. Together they opened a pathway toward education easier for people of color. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/terri-lyons/support

Oilseed rape has had more than its fair share of problems over recent years  - with many growers abandoning the crop  due to cabbage stem flea beetle.But some farmers believe it is worth sticking with rape – and record-breaking prices mean it could make a wider return to  arable rotations.In this special episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast, we visit north-east Norfolk grower Kit Papworth who talks about his strategy for the crop.We also talk to NIAB specialist Colin Peters, who explains a cross-industry partnership working with growers to combat cabbage stem flea beetle.And we speak to James Hood, of United Oilseeds, who looks at the market prospects for the crop which has risen in value to record levels this spring.This special episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is presented by Farmers Weekly arable writer Louise Impey and sponsored by Corteva.

From mask mandates to vaccines, opinions differ on how best to stay safe. As ballparks and theaters reopen, etiquette adviser and Beverly Hills Manners founder Lisa Gache offers guidance on how to steer clear of unsavory confrontations. Data mining and identity theft were rampant even BEFORE the pandemic further digitized our daily lives. Consumer Education Council chairman James Hood explains how California is now one of multiple states prioritizing online privacy rights. Plus, a “Wright Brothers moment” this week as NASA’s Ingenuity helicopter became the first aircraft to take flight on another planet!

There is a dangerous political tool used by Politicians that attack individuals based on the word racism. It is very easy for people to call you a racist where racism isn't even a part of the discussion. But people know that calling people a racist is a political tool that everyone now uses. We have lost the true discussion on racism because it has become political and not meaningful. I grew up as a kid during the time of real racism and the discussion of how to resolve it. I grew during the time of an evil Governor of Alabama who had in his inaugural promise of "segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever". I can still see in my mind the TV news of Wallace standing in front of a school to block the entry of two African American students. Remember their names, Vivian Malone and James Hood. We had a racial problem in the United States, but there were Americans who wanted to solve the problem and worked together to make it a recially better country where everyone was included in our country. But today politicians throw out the word racist only to enhance their political agenda and to not solve problems. So the word racist has been formed into a hate filled political tool to try and divide. Political racism is not a wholesome discussion or work process on actual racism when it happens. We as Americans need to stop this political racism and focus on the real act of racism. We can only do that by working together without the interference of a political agenda driven politician.If you would like to support my podcast, go to www.buymeacoffee.com If you have a question or comment, send a text to 818.252.5682

On today's Today With DW, DW is joined by good friend and one of the main people to inspire him to start podcasting, good friend Ken Lytle and fellow podcaster and good friend James Hood. It's a RadioUgly mini-reunion! Liar Liar Pants On Fire in Strange Tales, Junk Drawer and more! Brought to you by BODYARMOR, The Shirt Factory and Chase Sports Complex. Streamed with Streamyard www.streamyard.com

James Hood joins the show to talk about the St. George Am and the start of the Southern Swing.

Davis County golf professionals Dustin Volk, Zach Johnson and Pete Stone discuss leadership changes for Davis Park and Valley View golf courses. The Utah Section PGA's Annie Fisher and John Winchester recall the impactful life of their father Dale Winchester. St. George Golf Club pro James Hood on the start of the Southern Swing. We meet Twitter's Tony Tracker! UGA's Cap'n Jake on recent funky rulings. 

On today's Today With DW, DW is joined by good friend James Hood. They do some catching up, The More You Know, Fedex driver leaves a SPECIAL package at a customers house, Buddy The Elf meets his dad, Hollywood Happenings and more. Brought to you by BODYARMOR and The Shirt Factory. Streamed with Streamyard.

'Start Where You Are. Use What You Have. Do What You Can.' A great quote from Arthur Ashe which our latest podcast guest James Hood dropped towards the end of the interview. We hit on many points in this episode to help men do life better, including: Having the right mindset Starting an online business Men taking care of their skin James is the co-founder of James and Jake, a brilliant London-based, family owned skincare brand that aims to help men feel good about themselves in everything we do. We only align ourselves with products we trust here at the Whole Man Academy and James and Jake products are cruelty-free and made in England using gentle, natural, nutrient-rich ingredients to help you achieve optimal skin health. Plenty to enjoy on the latest WMA podcast. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast look out for episode 50 with a special guest which is launched on 19th November. If you want to hear more about the Whole Man Academy: Anthony would love to hear from you, email: anthony@wholemanacademy.com You can also access our 'How To Do Life Better' exercise - A FREE 30-minute exercise that will save you years of wasted life and future regrets so that you never feel life has passed you by. www.wholemanacademy.com/movement Also - Subscribe to our e-letter for news about the Whole Man Academy Mastermind programme, launching soon. The next online event is later this month. Follow us - We’re on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. And if you know other men who want to do life better, tell them about the Whole Man Academy! The world needs strong men.

The internet is the 21st Century's greatest invention. However, it does not come without its faults: data hoarding, memes and countless ads. The internet is a mix deal to say the least. Tell us what you think of the internet? Written, edited, and hosted by Crystal Jehly and James Hood. Facebook: https://facebook.com/ExplainMeThis Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3dsyKKt... Our website: https://ExplainMeThisPodcast.com Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKhhkNVDeG4pBb7HhmqMIpg

In this episode of Explain Me This, Crystal and James explain what's wrong with identity politics. That's right, sometimes we get serious! We also cover Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Bernie Sanders and MORE! Check us on YouTube! Link Below! Written, edited, and hosted by Crystal Jehly and James Hood. To see our less serious episodes (or a few other serious ones), check out our channel or visit: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQlmtpimX-U&t=60s Facebook: https://facebook.com/ExplainMeThis Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3dsyKKt... "Explain Me This" on the Apple Podcasts app Our website: https://ExplainMeThisPodcast.com    

Crystal and James argue for which music genre is better: rock or rap? In Crystal's corner are rock legends like AC/DC, Led Zeppelin, Def Leppard, Nirvana, Guns n Roses, and Aerosmith. In James's corner are rap greats like Drake, Jay Z, Eminem, 2Pac, Kid Cudi, and Kendrick Lamar. But what makes a genre "good" besides a star lineup? Is one really better than the other? Let us know which genre you think is better, and which artists you love! Edited, produced, and hosted by Crystal Jehly and James Hood. Find more scintillating content at: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKhhkNVDeG4pBb7HhmqMIpg/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/ExplainMeThisPodcast Our Website: https://ExplainMeThisPodcast.com  

James argues that Aliens are already living among us. Crystal becomes skeptical of where James says that Aliens are hiding on Earth! What do you think?   Edited, produced, and hosted by Crystal Jehly and James Hood.   Check out our podcast episodes on our channel, or anywhere below: Facebook: https://facebook.com/ExplainMeThis Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3dsyKKt... "Explain Me This" on the Apple Podcasts app      

Alien abduction, strange weather, or supernatural forces? What happened to the people who disappeared in the Bermuda Triangle? Edited, produced, and hosted by Crystal Jehly and James Hood. Check out our other shenanigans at: Facebook: https://facebook.com/ExplainMeThis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKhhkNVDeG4pBb7HhmqMIpg/ Our website: https://ExplainMeThisPodcast.com

This week we interview James Hood from Model Projects and hear how he runs his business with specialised teams to focus on each aspect of a project.

#Kanye2020 could become a reality. What do you think? Should Kanye West be president of the United States? Should we even take him seriously? Edited, produced, and hosted by Crystal Jehly and James Hood.

Join DW each week as he hits the streets to hit the hard hitting questions that others are afraid to ask. This episode DW meets up with friend and podcaster James Hood. Intro Announcer: Dan Miner This episode is brought to you by Soundcloud.

The seductive sound of the Hang, ladies and gentlemen, a 21st century Swiss offspring of the steel pan drum. Gentle and tuneful, the handpans, as the new percussion family are called, are the perfect thing for delighting the ear and bringing joy to the heart during this disrupted and constrained summer of 2020. After months of enforced confinement and social distance, the warm weather brings thoughts of summers past, filled with sun, sport, and vacation pleasures, while the steel drum's Caribbean origins in Trinidad and Tobago suggest images of island adventures, white sands, and emerald waters. It's a vision that's irresistible in normal times, let alone now. On this transmission of Hearts of Space, a virtual vacation in the seductive soundworlds of the Hang, on a program called SUMMER DRUMMER 2. Music is by JAMES HOOD, LAURA INSERRA, HANG MASSIVE, HANG DRUM PLAYER, and THE MANY RIVERS ENSEMBLE (featuring HANG MASSIVE). [ view playlist ] [ view Flickr image gallery ] [ play 30 second MP3 promo ]

In this episode of Explain Me This, James explains why a bear would beat any other animal in a fight. Crystal has her money on an elephant. What animal do you think could beat a bear? Edited and produced by Crystal Jehly and James Hood.   (If you like the podcast check us out on YouTube! Leave us a Like and Subscribe)---https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKhhkNVDeG4pBb7HhmqMIpg

What do a chicken and a crocodile have in common? No, this isn't a riddle. In this episode of Explain Me This, Crystal dives into some bizarre facts and trivia about evolution! Produced, edited, and recorded by Crystal Jehly and James Hood.

Are aliens real? What evidence is there to prove it? Crystal explores yet another mind-bending topic for her episode of Explain Me This! What do you think about extraterrestrial life? Edited, produced, and starring Crystal Jehly and James Hood.

Crystal and James tackle a very serious and pervasive issue in the US that has millions fooled: the round Earth conspiracy. Is your third eye open?You can also submit your ideas for future topics straight to us at jamesehood97@outlook.com Edited, produced, and starring Crystal Jehly and James Hood. Find our other episodes at: Facebook: https://facebook.com/ExplainMeThis https://ExplainMeThisPodcast.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvR_wN78tM0 Our website: https://ExplainMeThisPodcast.com

On today's Today with DW, DW is joined by good friend and fellow podcaster, James Hood. They chat about how podcasting has helped them get thru the pandemic, Hollywood Happenings, The More You Know, Ugly News and more! Streaming with www.streamyard.com This episode is brought to you by Soundcloud.

In this episode, James uses some real facts to explain why Aaron Rogers is better than Tom Brady. Crystal displays her logic skills and her lack of football knowledge, all in one breath. Written, edited, and produced by Crystal Jehly and James Hood. Find us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKhhkNVDeG4pBb7HhmqMIpg or on our website at https://ExplainMeThisPodcast.com

What happened to Shannan Gilbert? In this episode, Crystal explains the true and unsolved case of the Long Island Serial Killer. Written, edited, and produced by Crystal Jehly and James Hood.   A very special announcement: we're on YouTube now! We discuss all the same, fun topics but with slightly different edited content. Follow the link below to check out our channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKhhkNVDeG4pBb7HhmqMIpg   We're also on the web at these locations: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExplainMeThis/ Our official website: https://ExplainMeThisPodcast.com

James lists reasons on why dogs are better than other pets.   Written, edited, and produced by Crystal Jehly and James Hood.

Are awards shows like the Oscars really necessary and meaningful or are they just star studded fluff? Also, James, Sean and DW talk about Valentines Day and Hot Dogs. ---------------------------------------------------------- Life’s Great Questions is the hilariously raunchy – yet occasionally thought-provoking – spawn of James Hood and Sean Cohan. For over 20 years, these two friends have spent hours downing numerous pints of Guinness at local pubs and conversing about whatever random thoughts tickle their funny bones. Adult language and adult beverages go hand in hand. As the Irish say, it’s all “for the craic” – to have a laugh. Earplug Podcast Studio founder Herb Cloutier - DW acts as producer and guide for these first time podcasters. Clutch your pearls and let the fun begin! This episode is brought to you by Soundcloud.

Are we becoming desensitized by internet porn? James, Sean and DW talk about the pervasiveness of porn on the internet. The large volume, easy access and many unique categories begs the question: are we becoming desensitized by porn? ---------------------------------------------------------- Life’s Great Questions is the hilariously raunchy – yet occasionally thought-provoking – spawn of James Hood and Sean Cohan. For over 20 years, these two friends have spent hours downing numerous pints of Guinness at local pubs and conversing about whatever random thoughts tickle their funny bones. Adult language and adult beverages go hand in hand. As the Irish say, it’s all “for the craic” – to have a laugh. Earplug Podcast Studio founder Herb Cloutier - DW acts as producer and guide for these first time podcasters. Clutch your pearls and let the fun begin! This episode is brought to you by Soundcloud.

Life’s Great Questions is the hilariously raunchy - yet occasionally thought-provoking - spawn of James Hood and Sean Cohan. For over 20 years, these two friends have spent hours downing numerous pints of Guinness at local pubs and conversing about whatever random thoughts tickle their funny bones. Adult language and adult beverages go hand in hand. As the Irish say, it’s all “for the craic” - to have a laugh. Earplug Podcast founder Herb Cloutier acts as producer and guide for these first time podcasters. Clutch your pearls and let the fun begin! Life's Great Question.... Was the Super Bowl halftime show inappropriate/demeaning to women? Also, James leads Sean and DW through a very personal Question and Answer session. This episode is brought to you by Soundcloud.

Story time! Crystal explains the occurence of the first ever serial killer in the world. She was awesome. Written, Edited and Produced by James Hood and Crystal Jehly

Join me on this journey as we talk cannabis! Today, we're chatting with @ausprimaryhemp founder and COO James Hood to discuss all things hemp farming and how YOU can be involved too. Australian Primary hemp was built on friendship, passion and hard work. Founders Charlie Mann and James Hood's agricultural focus since conception in 2016 has always been about supporting the local Australian community, which is seen throughout everything they do, having all products made from Australian Seed only. Only 3 short years later and Australian Primary hemp is at the forefront of the developing hemp industry in Australia, across areas such as health food products, hemp processing and an alternative, viable, sustainable farming solution. From paddock to plate. GET HEMP HERE: *use code BANANA* for bananas discount! https://www.ausprimaryhemp.com.au/ To keep up with James follow https://www.instagram.com/ausprimaryhemp/ I https://www.linkedin.com/company/australian-primary-hemp/ I https://www.facebook.com/ausprimaryhemp I ASX: https://www.asx.com.au/asx/share-price-research/company/APH Wanna chat? Email: carla@carlabanana.com.au I www.carlabanana.com.au I www.facebook.com/carlabananaofficial I https://www.instagram.com/carlabanana.au/ - Love a chat... XOXO BANANA

Crystal explains why rugby is better than American football. Written, edited, and produced by Crystal Jehly and James Hood.

For episode 1 of Explain Me This, James explains why he loves professional wrestling (though he won't admit it). Written, edited, and produced by James Hood and Crystal Jehly.

Ed Lantz, Mark Laisure, and Kate McCallum from the team at Vortex Immersion Media join Cirina Catania, OWC RADiO host, and share their experiences about working with Dr. Jancy McPhee, and Larry O'Connor of OWC, to help bring the Humans in Space Art Competition to the world. We also go under the hood with Vortex Immersion Media as Ed, Mark and Kate explain how they have created next-generation immersive entertainment journeys with a focus on a deeper, more meaningful experiences and positive social impact. Their every-popular "Mesmerica" immersive visual musical journey features the music of James Hood and has been playing to sold-out audiences since its inception. Ed Lantz is the Founder, President and CTO, Vortex Immersion Media, an entertainment technology engineer and immersive experience designer. He designs 360 digital dome venues and produces and directs those experiences. According to Ed, "It is a visual musical journey with poetic narrative." It most certainly leaves audiences happier when they leave than when they arrived. Joining him is Mark Laisure, the CEO of Vortex Immersion Media. He is one of the world’s leading designers of transformative 360 immersive entertainment and an inspirational speaker, producer and C0-Host of The Life Changes Radio Show and Live Event Series. Mark focuses on sharing and embracing "change" in order to "do life better." Kate McCallum is a Producer, Content Strategist, Writer, supporting Vortex Immersion Media with business and creative development. James Hood's Mesmerica 360 experience has been playing to sold-out audiences since its inception. This unique event enables guests to share an immersive experience that is truly out of this world. If you want to know more about the challenge or Mesmerica, please check out the following links: http://vorteximmersion.com https://humansinspaceart.org/ https://www.jameshood.com/mesmerica-360 For more information on OWC, see below and visit MacSales.com to find your perfect workflow solution! For more about our host, Cirina Catania, visit cirinacatania.com. If you enjoy our podcast, please subscribe and tell all your friends about us! We love our listeners. And, if you have ideas for segments, write to OWCRadio@catania.us. Cirina is always up for new ideas! ABOUT OWC: If you work in tech and haven’t heard about MacSales.com, you’ve might have had your head in the sand.! Other World Computing, under the leadership of Larry O’Connor, has expanded to all corners of the world and works every day to create hardware that makes the lives of creatives and business-oriented companies faster, more efficient and more stable.  Go to OWCDigital.com for more information. Here’s the company’s official mission statement: At OWC, we're committed to constant innovation, exemplary customer service, and American design.  For more than 25 Years, OWC has had a simple goal. To create innovative DIY solutions to give you the most from your technology.   Beginning with 100% compatible memory upgrades, reliably exceeding Apple’s maximum RAM specs, OWC’s product offering has grown to encompass the entire spectrum of upgrade and expansion possibilities, all with a focus on easy, DIY setup and installation.  Our dedication to excellence and sustainable innovation extends beyond our day-to-day business and into the community. We strive for zero waste, both environmentally and strategically. Our outlook is to the long term, and in everything we do, we look for simplicity in action and sustainability in practice. For us, it’s as much about building exceptional relationships, as it is about building exceptional products. Hope you enjoy the interview with Vortex team, come back next week for more!

Ed Lantz, Mark Laisure, and Kate McCallum from the team at Vortex Immersion Media join Cirina Catania, OWC RADiO host, and share their experiences about working with Dr. Jancy McPhee, and Larry O'Connor of OWC, to help bring the Humans in Space Art Competition to the world. We also go under the hood with Vortex Immersion Media as Ed, Mark and Kate explain how they have created next-generation immersive entertainment journeys with a focus on a deeper, more meaningful experiences and positive social impact. Their every-popular "Mesmerica" immersive visual musical journey features the music of James Hood and has been playing to sold-out audiences since its inception. Ed Lantz is the Founder, President and CTO, Vortex Immersion Media, an entertainment technology engineer and immersive experience designer. He designs 360 digital dome venues and produces and directs those experiences. According to Ed, "It is a visual musical journey with poetic narrative." It most certainly leaves audiences happier when they leave than when they arrived. Joining him is Mark Laisure, the CEO of Vortex Immersion Media. He is one of the world’s leading designers of transformative 360 immersive entertainment and an inspirational speaker, producer and C0-Host of The Life Changes Radio Show and Live Event Series. Mark focuses on sharing and embracing "change" in order to "do life better." Kate McCallum is a Producer, Content Strategist, Writer, supporting Vortex Immersion Media with business and creative development. James Hood's Mesmerica 360 experience has been playing to sold-out audiences since its inception. This unique event enables guests to share an immersive experience that is truly out of this world. If you want to know more about the challenge or Mesmerica, please check out the following links: http://vorteximmersion.com https://humansinspaceart.org/ https://www.jameshood.com/mesmerica-360 For more information on OWC, see below and visit MacSales.com to find your perfect workflow solution! For more about our host, Cirina Catania, visit cirinacatania.com. If you enjoy our podcast, please subscribe and tell all your friends about us! We love our listeners. And, if you have ideas for segments, write to OWCRadio@catania.us. Cirina is always up for new ideas! ABOUT OWC: If you work in tech and haven’t heard about MacSales.com, you’ve might have had your head in the sand.! Other World Computing, under the leadership of Larry O’Connor, has expanded to all corners of the world and works every day to create hardware that makes the lives of creatives and business-oriented companies faster, more efficient and more stable.  Go to OWCDigital.com for more information. Here’s the company’s official mission statement: At OWC, we're committed to constant innovation, exemplary customer service, and American design.  For more than 25 Years, OWC has had a simple goal. To create innovative DIY solutions to give you the most from your technology.   Beginning with 100% compatible memory upgrades, reliably exceeding Apple’s maximum RAM specs, OWC’s product offering has grown to encompass the entire spectrum of upgrade and expansion possibilities, all with a focus on easy, DIY setup and installation.  Our dedication to excellence and sustainable innovation extends beyond our day-to-day business and into the community. We strive for zero waste, both environmentally and strategically. Our outlook is to the long term, and in everything we do, we look for simplicity in action and sustainability in practice. For us, it’s as much about building exceptional relationships, as it is about building exceptional products. Hope you enjoy the interview with Vortex team, come back next week for more!

Ed Lantz and Mark Laisure, from the team at Vortex Immersion Media, join OWC RADiO host Cirina Catania. They share their experience working with Dr. Jancy McPhee, and Larry O'Connor of OWC, to help bring the Humans in Space Art Competition to the world. Go under the hood with Vortex Immersion Media as Ed and Mark explain how they have created next-generation immersive entertainment journeys with a focus on more profound and meaningful experiences with positive social impact. Their ever-popular "Mesmerica" immersive visual and musical journey features the music of James Hood and has been playing to sold-out audiences since its inception. Ed Lantz Ed Lantz is the Founder, President and CTO, Vortex Immersion Media, an entertainment technology engineer and immersive experience designer. He designs 360 digital dome venues and produces and directs those experiences. Mark Laisure Joining him is Mark Laisure, the CEO of Vortex Immersion Media. He is one of the world's leading designers of transformative 360 immersive entertainment and an inspirational speaker, producer, and C0-Host of The Life Changes Radio Show and Live Event Series. Mark focuses on sharing and embracing "change" to "do life better." In this interview, you will learn how Vortex collaborated with Jancy and Larry O'Connor to create the Humans in Space Arts awards ceremony. This unique event enabled guests to share an immersive experience that was indeed out of this world. MORE INFO: If you want to know more about the challenge or Mesmerica, please check out the following links: http://vorteximmersion.com https://humansinspaceart.org/ https://www.jameshood.com/mesmerica-360 For more information on OWC, see below and visit MacSales.com to find your perfect workflow solution! For more about our host, Cirina Catania, visit cirinacatania.com. If you enjoy our podcast, please subscribe and tell all your friends about us! We love our listeners. And, if you have ideas for segments, write to OWCRadio@catania.us. Cirina is always up for new ideas! ABOUT OWC: If you work in tech and haven’t heard about MacSales.com, you’ve might have had your head in the sand.! Other World Computing, under the leadership of Larry O’Connor, has expanded to all corners of the world and works every day to create hardware that makes the lives of creatives and business-oriented companies faster, more efficient and more stable.  Go to OWCDigital.com for more information. Here’s the company’s official mission statement: At OWC, we're committed to constant innovation, exemplary customer service, and American design.  For more than 25 Years, OWC has had a simple goal. To create innovative DIY solutions to give you the most from your technology.   Beginning with 100% compatible memory upgrades, reliably exceeding Apple’s maximum RAM specs, OWC’s product offering has grown to encompass the entire spectrum of upgrade and expansion possibilities, all with a focus on easy, DIY setup and installation.  Our dedication to excellence and sustainable innovation extends beyond our day-to-day business and into the community. We strive for zero waste, both environmentally and strategically. Our outlook is to the long term, and in everything we do, we look for simplicity in action and sustainability in practice. For us, it’s as much about building exceptional relationships, as it is about building exceptional products. Hope you enjoy the interview with Vortex team, come back next week for more!

Ed Lantz and Mark Laisure, from the team at Vortex Immersion Media, join OWC RADiO host Cirina Catania. They share their experience working with Dr. Jancy McPhee, and Larry O'Connor of OWC, to help bring the Humans in Space Art Competition to the world. Go under the hood with Vortex Immersion Media as Ed and Mark explain how they have created next-generation immersive entertainment journeys with a focus on more profound and meaningful experiences with positive social impact. Their ever-popular "Mesmerica" immersive visual and musical journey features the music of James Hood and has been playing to sold-out audiences since its inception. Ed Lantz Ed Lantz is the Founder, President and CTO, Vortex Immersion Media, an entertainment technology engineer and immersive experience designer. He designs 360 digital dome venues and produces and directs those experiences. Mark Laisure Joining him is Mark Laisure, the CEO of Vortex Immersion Media. He is one of the world's leading designers of transformative 360 immersive entertainment and an inspirational speaker, producer, and C0-Host of The Life Changes Radio Show and Live Event Series. Mark focuses on sharing and embracing "change" to "do life better." In this interview, you will learn how Vortex collaborated with Jancy and Larry O'Connor to create the Humans in Space Arts awards ceremony. This unique event enabled guests to share an immersive experience that was indeed out of this world. MORE INFO: If you want to know more about the challenge or Mesmerica, please check out the following links: http://vorteximmersion.com https://humansinspaceart.org/ https://www.jameshood.com/mesmerica-360 For more information on OWC, see below and visit MacSales.com to find your perfect workflow solution! For more about our host, Cirina Catania, visit cirinacatania.com. If you enjoy our podcast, please subscribe and tell all your friends about us! We love our listeners. And, if you have ideas for segments, write to OWCRadio@catania.us. Cirina is always up for new ideas! ABOUT OWC: If you work in tech and haven’t heard about MacSales.com, you’ve might have had your head in the sand.! Other World Computing, under the leadership of Larry O’Connor, has expanded to all corners of the world and works every day to create hardware that makes the lives of creatives and business-oriented companies faster, more efficient and more stable.  Go to OWCDigital.com for more information. Here’s the company’s official mission statement: At OWC, we're committed to constant innovation, exemplary customer service, and American design.  For more than 25 Years, OWC has had a simple goal. To create innovative DIY solutions to give you the most from your technology.   Beginning with 100% compatible memory upgrades, reliably exceeding Apple’s maximum RAM specs, OWC’s product offering has grown to encompass the entire spectrum of upgrade and expansion possibilities, all with a focus on easy, DIY setup and installation.  Our dedication to excellence and sustainable innovation extends beyond our day-to-day business and into the community. We strive for zero waste, both environmentally and strategically. Our outlook is to the long term, and in everything we do, we look for simplicity in action and sustainability in practice. For us, it’s as much about building exceptional relationships, as it is about building exceptional products. Hope you enjoy the interview with Vortex team, come back next week for more!

Esports, the buzzword in sports marketing at the moment in time. What is it and should you be getting involved? Hosts Michael Bochel and Chris Samson do something slightly different this show with three separate interviews with some interesting people involved in the industry; Trevor Keane (Sportsego), James Hood (esports Scotland) and Adam Ryan (FIFA Player).

After another defeat casts Southend further into trouble, special guest James Hood talks us through what it means to be a lifelong Blue. We chat woollen kits, bleak moments of reflection on the famous pier, and a sad end for a club legend.

Wallace is remembered for his Southern dixiecrat and pro-segregation "Jim Crow" positions during the mid-20th century period of the Civil Rights Movement, declaring in his 1963 Inaugural Address that he stood for "segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever", and standing in front of the entrance of the University of Alabama in an attempt to stop the enrollment of black students. He eventually renounced segregation. Wallace survived an assassination attempt in Laurel, Maryland in 1972, perpetrated by Arthur Bremer, but remained wheelchair-bound until his death in 1998. Information Sourced from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Wallace The Stand in the Schoolhouse Door took place at Foster Auditorium at the University of Alabama on June 11, 1963. George Wallace, the Democratic Governor of Alabama, in a symbolic attempt to keep his inaugural promise of "segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever" and stop the desegregation of schools, stood at the door of the auditorium to try to block the entry of two African American students, Vivian Malone and James Hood. In response, President John F. Kennedy issued Executive Order 11111, which federalized the Alabama National Guard, and Guard General Henry Graham then commanded Wallace to step aside, saying, "Sir, it is my sad duty to ask you to step aside under the orders of the President of the United States." Wallace then spoke further, but eventually moved, and Malone and Hood completed their registration. The incident brought Wallace into the national spotlight Information Sourced From https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stand_in_the_Schoolhouse_Door The 16th Street Baptist Church bombing was an act of white supremacist terrorism which occurred at the African-American 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, on Sunday, September 15, 1963, when four members of the Ku Klux Klan planted at least 15 sticks of dynamite attached to a timing device beneath the steps located on the east side of the church. The 16th Street Baptist Church bombing marked a turning point in the United States during the Civil Rights Movement and contributed to support for passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Information Sourced From https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/16th_Street_Baptist_Church_bombing Body Sourced From; https://youtu.be/wLkCY0f73iE Public Access America 
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Dom James delivers a homily to the parishioners of Downside Abbey; he is preceded by Dom Anselm reading from the Holy Gospel. For more visit downside.co.uk

James Hood, A Senior Software Developer at Amazon.com discusses the importance of setting a well defined technical direction for your team.

America's History of Recalcitrance De jure discrimination Racism online is evolving in a way that is consistent with the way racism has always evolved--from explicit to subtle. Plaintiff-side civil rights lawyers have found it easiest to win -- if civil rights cases can ever said to be "easy"--  in cases in which they can convincingly demonstrate defendants' explicit discriminatory policies. The Civil Rights Act of 1964, the United States Supreme Court's 1954 decision in Brown v. Board of Education, and their subsequent cases and amendments comprise the bulk of American civil rights law.  The Civil Rights Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Brown held segregation in public schools to be unconstitutional. In interpreting a statute, judges will consider Congressional intent, which includes the circumstances under which Congress enacted the law. Congress enacted the Civil Rights Act  in an era of widespread de jure segregation in the South. Every 6th grader knows that, prior to Brown, state and local authorities in the South required "colored" and "white" students to attend segregated schools. Black students usually attended inferior schools with old books and in dilapidated buildings.  Southern authorities also required colored and white citizens to use separate facilities such as water fountains, restrooms, waiting rooms, and buses. They also enabled most private establishments, such as restaurants and hotels, to segregate as they pleased. Following  Brown, Southern racists remained undeterred. For example, on June 11, 1963, fully 9 years after Brown, Alabama Governor George Wallace famously "stood in the schoolhouse door" to prevent Vivian Malone and James Hood from entering and registering for classes at the University of Alabama. President Kennedy deployed the National Guard to remove Wallace, which they did. Virginia's response to Brown is also illustrative of the Southern response to it. Virginia Senator Harry F. Byrd, Sr. and his brother-in-law, Virginia General Assembly leader James M. Thomson, together pursued a  "Massive Resistance" strategy to oppose desegregation. Under Massive Resistance, the Virginia Assembly passed laws to prevent and punish local school districts for integrating in accordance with Brown. Further, Virginia authorities continued to enforce Massive Resistance initiatives well into the 1960s, even after federal and state courts ordered them to end their recalcitrance. The Civil Rights Act finally codified the nation's civil rights policy. Given the context in which the Civil Rights Act was enacted, courts are most likely to strike down laws and policies that contain explicit "suspect" classifications; namely, those that refer to race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Indeed, courts subject such de jure discrimination statutes and policies to the Constitutional "strict scrutiny" standard--the highest standard of judicial review. Paradoxically, laws designed to help traditionally marginalized groups, and which mention those groups explicitly, are also subject to strict scrutiny and thus likely to be struck down. (The intricacies of the strict scrutiny standard go well beyond the scope of this post. However, if you are interested in learning more about strict scrutiny and the other levels of scrutiny courts are likely to apply in interpreting the Constitution's Equal Protection Clause, click here.) De facto discrimination After many years of resisting civil rights laws, racists in the North and South had an a-ha moment. If they could figure out a way to maintain their supremacy using things that looked like something else, but achieved the same ends, they were golden! And so de facto discrimination--laws and policies that are not discriminatory on their face, i.e. they are facially neutral, but have discriminatory effects, have been the order of the day ever since. Stop-and-frisk? Check. Insanely long prison sentences for minor offenses? Check. School segregation based on merit? Check. Proposed cuts to Medicaid? Check.  Voter re-districting? You get the point. Welcome to the age of stealth racism. "I thought this post was about racism online." It is. The same racist ideologies that prevailed in 1964 prevail today. Since 1964, opponents of the Civil Rights Movement, many of whom are still alive today, and their descendants and allies, have persisted in their efforts to preserve their supremacy. They have taken racism online. This is the story of some of the measures the tech sector has taken, such as Google's Conversation AI, to curtail racism online and how defiant hate speakers have evaded those measures by creating their own code language. Hate speech is indeed protected speech and that's the problem. Researchers at the Rochester Institute of Technology peeled back the top layer of the internet and found hate speech teeming underneath. My guest today is Rijul Magu (@RijulMagu). Rijul co-authored, along with Shitij Joshi and Jiebo Luo at the Rochester Institute of Technology, a report entitled "Detecting the Hate Code on Social Media". He's the lead author. Rijul is currently a Masters Student at RIT and he earned his undergraduate degree at Jaypee Institute of Information Technology in Noida, India.   Resources University of Rochester School of Engineering and Applied Sciences Department of Computer Science (homepage of Graduate Studies Faculty Advisor Jiebo Luo) Detecting the Hate Code on Social Media by Rijul Magu, Kshitij Joshi, and Jiebo Luo Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future by Peter Thiel News Roundup The New York State Commission on Forensic Science has adopted a new controversial policy regarding the use of suspects' DNA evidence.  The Commission voted 9-2 to allow police to collect not just suspects' own DNA evidence, but also the DNA evidence of close relatives. While the measure has the support of prosecutors, opponents of the bill pointed out procedural flaws with some describing the new policy as a kind of genetic stop and frisk. Nathan Dempsey has the story at Gothamist. A Department of Homeland Security official --Jeanette Manfra, acting deputy undersecretary of cybersecurity and communications for the agency's National Protection and Programs Directorate --  told members of the Senate Intelligence Committee last week that Russia targeted election systems in 21 states during last year's presidential election. Ranking Member Mark Warner wrote Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly to make public the names of the states that were targeted. However, Secretary Kelly has thus far not released that information claiming that to do so would harm national security. Edward Graham covers this in Morning Consult. Uber CEO Travis Kalanick has resigned following the fallout from former Attorney General Eric Holder's report on the company's frat boy culture. However, several employees have attempted to have Kalanick reinstated. Rebecca Savransky has the story in the Hill. The Congressional Black Caucus wrote a letter Monday to Uber leadership urging them to improve racial and ethnic diversity in hiring and promotions at the company. A new Politico and Morning Consult report shows 60% of Americans either strongly or somewhat support the FCC's current net neutrality rules the new Trump-era FCC under Ajit Pai appears to be in the process of overturning. Two-thousand and fifty one registered voters were surveyed. The FCC has recommended a $122 million fine on a suspected robocaller--the highest-ever FCC fine. Officials suspect the alleged robocaller, Adrian Abromovich, a Florida man, made some 100 million robocalls over three months. Harper Neidig has the story in The Hill. The FCC also unanimously passed a rule change last week that will allow law enforcement to bypass blocker called IDs belonging to callers making imminent threats. Harper Neidig has this one in The Hill as well. We may soon be able to access Internet via an internet connection made from space. Doing so would significantly speed up upload and download speeds. The FCC approved a plan of Greg Wyler who plans to link up 720 satellites to deliver high speed broadband from space as soon as 2019. Brian Fung has the full story in the Washington Post. President Trump met with tech executives, including drone developers last week. The president said he'd work to give tech companies the "competitive advantage they need" and "create lots of jobs". David Shepardson covers the story in Reuters. In a unanimous 8-0 decision, the Supreme Court ruled last week that a North Carolina law that prevents registered sex offenders from going on Facebook is unconstitutional under the First Amendment. Lydia Wheeler covers this in the Hill. FCC Chaiman Ajit Pai testified at a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing last week about the agency's budget. Pai recommended a budget cut of over 5.2% since last year, or $322 million, which Chairman Pai conceded would come from the elimination of over 100 Commission jobs.

Dom James Hood delivers a homily to the parishioners of Downside Abbey; he is preceded by Dom Anselm reading from the Holy Gospel. For more please visit www.downside.co.uk

Dom James Hood delivers a Homily to the parishioners and School at Downside Abbey, Dom Boniface Hill precedes him with a reading from the Gospel. For more information please visit www.downside.co.uk

Dom James delivers a Homily to the parishioners and school of Downside Abbey. The Homily is preceded by a reading from the Gospel by Dom Anselm. For more visit www.downside.co.uk

Fr James delivers a Homily, as said at Mass on Sunday 27th September 2015 for the parishioners and community of Downside Abbey.

Dom James Hood reads a Homily - preceded by a reading from the Gospel - to the Parishioners of Downside Abbey. For more visit www.downside.co.uk

Fr James Hood reads a Homily to the parishioners of Downside Abbey preceded by a reading from the Gospel.

Dom James Hood of Downside Abbey talks to parishioners, Sunday 19th July 2015.

Worshiping a lavender god under a Nepalese sun; music from Ishq, Steve Roach, James Hood, Lorenzo Montana and Mick Chillage.

Worshiping a lavender god under a Nepalese sun; music from Ishq, Steve Roach, James Hood, Lorenzo Montana and Mick Chillage.