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Bret Weinstein speaks with John McPherson on the subject of forensic accounting and whistleblowing. McPherson highlighting his concerns about the current financial landscape and the potential for another financial crisis.*****Sponsors:MUDWTR: Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with DARKHORSE at  http://mudwtr.com/DARKHORSE #mudwtrpodDose: Save 30% on your first month of subscription by going to http://dosedaily.co/DARKHORSE or entering DARKHORSE at checkout.*****Join DarkHorse on Locals! Get access to our Discord server, exclusive live streams, live chats for all streams, and early access to many podcasts: https://darkhorse.locals.com/Check out the DHP store! Epic tabby, digital book burning, saddle up the dire wolves, and more: https://www.darkhorsestore.orgTheme Music: Thank you to Martin Molin of Wintergatan for providing us the rights to use their excellent music.*****Mentioned in this episode:Monthly Patreon Discussion: https://www.patreon.com/bretweinsteinThe Big Short: https://amzn.to/3WzusnX (commission earned)The Life Partners Case: https://www.wsj.com/articles/life-partners-trustee-files-recovery-lawsuits-1458316739Whistle Blower Award Process: https://www.sec.gov/enforcement-litigation/whistleblower-programBorrower Defense: https://studentaid.gov/borrower-defense Enron fake trading floor: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2002/feb/21/corporatefraud.enron1Fair Rate Act: https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/senate-bill/186/textSupport the show

In this episode, outgoing 2024 NC REALTORS® President Tony Harrington reflects on a challenging year marked by national lawsuits, market shifts, and a hurricane, while incoming 2025 President John McPherson shares his vision for the future, emphasizing community engagement and reclaiming the narrative around the real estate industry.

John McPherson is one of the best cartoonists working today and has been for the past three decades. His comic panel, "Close to Home," is syndicated by Universal Press Syndicate. With over 800 hand-picked comics, "The Close to Home 30th Anniversary Treasury," celebrates his amazing output as a cartoonist.

"In honor and memory of my dad. I knew this day would come. I told him I needed to help test out equipment and we just chatted. Tell your friends and family you love them." - John McPherson. This episode was recorded March 4, 2021. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camelcitychat/support

 Kevin and Karina speak with regular transport commentator John McPherson about all things transport, in particular a recent report on NO2 pollution in southern cross station - 1,200 parts per billion averaged for 24 hours over the last 12 years - 3.5 times worse than 'extremely poor air quality' levels. To access all previous podcasts and any extra links in our podcast descriptions, visit 3cr.org.au/citylimits

 Kevin and Karina start the year with a recap on the good and the bad events of the past months, and later talk to regular transport commentator John McPherson about admissions of the city's bus networks, disputes over the long held-up rail links, the state government's financial pressures, and much more. To access all previous podcasts and any extra links in our podcast descriptions, visit 3cr.org.au/citylimits

Sermon by Special Guest Speaker Ken Becker with Scripture Reading by John McPherson; December 31, 2023, First Methodist Church - Sweetwater, TX; ‘New Year, New You!'; Text: Ephesians 4:22-24; You are always invited and welcome to join us for Worship Services at 309 Cedar Street in Sweetwater, Texas.  Also find us online at:Email - info@fumcsweetwater.orgWebsite - http://fumcsweetwater.org YouTube - http://bit.ly/fumclivestreamFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/fumcsw Twitter - https://twitter.com/fumcsweetwater( Music provided by spinningmerkaba, Sun Says Yes, under Creative Commons license - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode )

This Day in Legal History: Louis XVI Put on TrialOn December 26, 1792, a significant event in legal history unfolded as Romain de Sèze, a dedicated defense attorney, stood before a French Revolutionary court to defend the deposed King Louis XVI. This trial was a pivotal moment during the tumultuous times of the French Revolution. Louis XVI, once a symbol of monarchical power, faced thirty-three serious charges, primarily centered around treason and crimes against the state. These accusations reflected the intense political and social upheaval of the era.De Sèze's defense was a remarkable effort under the circumstances, given the prevailing revolutionary fervor and the public's animosity towards the monarchy. His arguments focused on disputing the legitimacy of the charges and the authority of the court itself to try a king. Despite his efforts, the trial led to a conviction for Louis XVI. On January 15, 1793, the former king was found guilty.This trial and the subsequent events were a testament to the drastic changes in French society and governance. The execution of Louis XVI by guillotine on January 21, 1793, just days after his conviction, marked a profound shift in the balance of power. It signaled the end of absolute monarchy in France and the rise of revolutionary ideals.The trial of Louis XVI remains a critical study in legal history, illustrating the complexities of law and justice during times of political upheaval. It serves as a reminder of how legal processes can be deeply intertwined with the socio-political context of their times.In fiscal year 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) witnessed a significant decline in the number of whistleblowers receiving awards, despite an unprecedented surge in tips. The SEC received over 18,000 tips, marking a 50% increase from the previous year. However, only 68 informants were compensated, a stark contrast to the more than 100 in each of the preceding two years. This decline occurred in a period marked by a record payout to a single whistleblower, who received $279 million for exposing a $1 billion fraud at Swedish telecom LM Ericsson.The program, established under the 2010 Dodd-Frank financial reform law following Bernie Madoff's Ponzi scheme, is designed to encourage reporting of financial misconduct. Since its inception, it has recovered over $6 billion and paid out nearly $2 billion to informants. In the last year alone, nearly $600 million was awarded, with significant sums going to a few individuals, including a group of seven whistleblowers who shared $104 million.However, the program faces challenges. Attorneys and participants note it is struggling under its own success, hampered by insufficient resources and staffing despite the increasing number of tips. This has led to delays in payouts and difficulties in appeal processes for whistleblowers. Additionally, there is a lack of transparency and communication from the SEC, as evidenced by the limited information shared in its annual reports and decisions to seal critical rulings or deny Freedom of Information Act requests.A 2022 Bloomberg Law investigation revealed that the SEC often exceeded its mandate for secrecy and inconsistently applied its own rules in decision-making. The whistleblower process, involving an initial vetting by the enforcement division followed by payment determination by the Office of the Whistleblower, can be lengthy, with payouts varying between 10% and 30% of recovered funds.Calls for reform have been made, urging Congress to allocate more resources to expedite the process and address issues like non-payment in cases of corporate bankruptcy. The case of whistleblowers John McPherson and John Barr, who uncovered a $1 billion fraud but were denied awards due to the bankruptcy of the involved company, highlights this issue.The purpose of the SEC whistleblower program extends beyond protecting informants; it aims to uphold the stability of U.S. financial markets. Experts suggest improvements like providing more updates to whistleblowers during lengthy investigations and ensuring adequate resources for the program to continue its critical role in enforcing U.S. securities laws.SEC Payouts to Whistleblowers Plummet Amid Record Surge in TipsIn 2024, legislative and ballot initiatives across various U.S. states will focus on raising minimum wages, influenced by past successes in this arena. States that haven't yet reached a $15 minimum wage, like Ohio and Oklahoma, are considering ballot proposals, while Michigan faces legal battles over past and future initiatives. In contrast, states with an existing $15 minimum wage, such as California and Hawaii, are pushing for even higher rates, with California proposing an $18 minimum by 2026 and Hawaii enacting a gradual increase to the same amount by 2028.A notable development in California includes industry-specific minimum wages, with $20 for fast-food workers and $25 for health-care facility workers, a strategy that labor groups may replicate in other labor-friendly states. This trend reflects a shift in labor strategies, focusing on sector-specific wage increases. However, these rising wages present challenges for employers, especially small businesses, grappling with staffing shortages and inflation.The federal minimum wage has remained at $7.25 since 2009, leading state and local governments to take the lead in wage policy. In 2024, over 20 states and around 40 cities and counties will implement increased minimum wages. Despite these efforts, some, like Sen. Bernie Sanders, advocate for a higher nationwide minimum wage, facing resistance even within the Democratic Party.Progressive groups argue that recent wage increases are insufficient for workers, particularly in high-cost areas like New York. They urge further legislative review and adjustment, citing inflation as a factor in reassessing wage goals. The "Fight for $15" movement, once a benchmark, now seems outdated as advocates push for higher minimums in several states.Several states are set to reach or exceed $15 minimum wages in 2024, with local governments in some areas already mandating over $17 per hour. In Republican-majority states, where legislatures oppose wage hikes, voter-approved ballot measures have successfully raised minimum wages, as seen in Florida and Nebraska. Upcoming ballot measures in Ohio and Oklahoma are thus a focus for groups like the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), which sees these initiatives as critical battlegrounds. Meanwhile, Virginia Democrats are attempting to raise the state's minimum wage to $15 by 2026, facing potential gubernatorial opposition.Minimum Wage Hikes Primed for Ballot, Statehouse Battles in 2024On December 26, Apple Inc. appealed a U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) decision to ban imports of its Apple Watches that infringe on patents held by medical monitoring technology company Masimo. The ban, which took effect the same day, specifically targets Apple Watches using a pulse oximeter feature for reading blood-oxygen levels, a technology incorporated since the Series 6 model in 2020. The U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai, after careful consultation, chose not to reverse the ban.Apple, disagreeing with the ITC's decision, stated it is taking measures to resume sales of its Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 in the U.S. The company has already paused sales of these models in the U.S., but they remain available through other retailers. The ban does not affect the Apple Watch SE model or previously sold watches.Masimo has accused Apple of stealing its pulse oximetry technology and incorporating it into the Apple Watch. A previous jury trial on Masimo's allegations ended in a mistrial, and Apple has countersued Masimo for patent infringement in a separate case.This ban comes amid a broader context where the Biden administration has not vetoed ITC rulings, continuing a trend since the Obama administration. The ban is significant given that Apple's wearables, including the Apple Watch, are a substantial revenue generator for the company.Apple Watch import ban takes effect after Biden administration passes on veto | ReutersTwitter, now known as X Corp, was found to have breached contracts by not paying millions of dollars in promised bonuses to its employees, as ruled by a U.S. federal judge. Mark Schobinger, the former senior director of compensation at Twitter, filed a lawsuit against the company in June, alleging breach of contract. He claimed that Twitter, both before and after its acquisition by Elon Musk, had committed to paying employees 50% of their 2022 target bonuses, which were never disbursed.U.S. District Judge Vince Chhabria denied Twitter's motion to dismiss the case, stating that Schobinger's claim plausibly constituted a breach of contract under California law. The judge affirmed that a binding contract was formed when Twitter offered the bonus in exchange for Schobinger's work. Twitter's argument, asserting that only an oral promise was made and that Texas law should apply, was rejected by the judge, who ruled that California law was applicable and dismissed Twitter's counterarguments.Since Musk's takeover, X Corp has faced numerous lawsuits from former employees and executives. These lawsuits include allegations of discrimination against various groups, including older employees, women, and workers with disabilities, as well as accusations of failing to provide advance notice for mass layoffs. The company has denied any wrongdoing in these cases. The ruling on the breach of contract regarding unpaid bonuses adds to the legal challenges faced by the company under its new management.Twitter violated contract by failing to pay millions in bonuses, US judge rules | ReutersIn my column this week, I discuss the proposed bills in the New York State Assembly and Senate aimed at repealing property tax exemptions for private universities. These bills primarily target large institutions such as New York University and Columbia University, which benefit significantly from these exemptions. However, I argue that without broader reforms, such repercussions would only lead to increased tuition fees, burdening students.I propose a progressive solution: linking university endowment taxes to tuition rates. This approach would compel universities to absorb the costs of property tax reforms while restraining tuition hikes. I emphasize the economic principle of incidence, highlighting how universities, like landlords, pass costs onto students, similar to tenants facing rent increases. This phenomenon has implications beyond fiscal aspects, potentially reshaping the socioeconomic landscape of campuses and threatening diversity.Considering the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision on affirmative action, universities are seeking alternative ways to maintain diversity. Increased tuition could disproportionately affect lower-income students, impacting the demographic composition of these institutions. In response, I suggest a two-pronged policy reform. Firstly, introducing a state-level tax on university endowments, akin to the federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which taxes certain large endowments. Secondly, implementing a simple endowment tax that rises with tuition increases.This approach would pressure universities to find alternative funding sources instead of raising tuition. It aims to make a dollar taken from students less valuable than one sourced elsewhere. Additionally, universities should be prevented from cutting scholarships and grants as a means to counterbalance property tax expenses.Proper implementation of these reforms would require careful consideration of tuition thresholds and tax rates to discourage universities from raising tuition. The revenue generated should ideally support public university systems without disadvantaging private university students. This balanced approach seeks to ensure that tax policies do not adversely affect students' educational opportunities and financial burdens.New York College Tax Exemption Bills Need Progressive Solution Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

 This Transport Week we speak with regular transport commentator John McPherson, and also with Friends of the Earth's Sustainable Cities Campaign Coordinator Elyse Cunningham about their Better Buses Campaign in the wake of 2023 Transport Equity Week, and why a comprehensive overhaul of our bus networks is necessary for sustainability and reliable accessibility to all services and spaces for those living in our city's most ill-resourced local government areas. To access all previous podcasts and any extra links in our podcast descriptions, visit 3cr.org.au/citylimits 

AOC//  Headlines//  Annie McLoughlinof 3CR's Solidarity Breakfast speaks with Sanne de Swart, FOE Anti-Nuclear Collective co-ordinator, discussing teachers' fears of the normalization of nuclear & militarization in schools through STEM competitions financed by weapons companies supported by the Ministry of Defence. (This was originally broadcast on 9 September 2023)   Patrick speaks with Senior Lecturer in Climate Science at the University of Melbourne, Andrew King, discussing the major impacts of flooding in parts of Greece and Libya. In Australia, the fire season has already started with a major bushfire heading towards the community of Tennant Creek in the Northern Territory and El Niño looking likely by the models.  We revisit a conversation with Pilar Aguilera, our 3CR Chairperson and long-time Chilean activist, commemorating 50 years since the coup in Chile in 1973, and what this anniversary means to the Chilean Community. This whole week is to commemorate the Chilean community, and 50 years of solidarity, resistance and struggle. Tomorrow, 3CR is holding a special 6-hour broadcast from 6pm to 12am, with interviews from Chile, testimonies in English, Spanish, Spanglish and much more. Chile EventSaturday (September 16th), there will be a cultural open stage and candlelight event with collective healing discussions, music and poetry.Time: 4pm Venue: Catalyst Social Centre, 146 Sydney Rd. Coburg  We revisit a conversation by Kevin Healy from City Limits, also the head of 3CR's Urban Planning and Social Justice Program, speaking with John McPherson, long time transport commentator and analyst, discussing buses, accessibility and the impact of transport policy. (This was originally broadcast on 3 May 2023)   Kelly Whitworth and Joe Toscano spoke to Arthur Bolkas, about his 8-year stint in the netherworld of Pentridge Prison and other goals for armed robbery when he was a young, confused man. Arthur has dedicated much of his life to helping prisoners transition from gaol into the community and serves as a mentor to many. Arthur's story is a tale of redemption. You can listen back to the full 2-hour interview about Arthur's story on Radical Australia.  Songs: 1. I'm a Believer by Neil Diamond 2. Bagi-la-Bargan by Birdz 3. Seed Allara by Brent Walkins    

Special Guest Speaker Cindy Stroman with Scripture Reading by John McPherson; July 9, 2023, First Methodist Church - Sweetwater, TX; ‘Show Us the Father'; Text: Psalm 89: 23-28; John 14: 2-11; You are always invited and welcome to join us for Worship Services at 309 Cedar Street in Sweetwater, Texas.  Also find us online at:Email - info@fumcsweetwater.orgWebsite - http://fumcsweetwater.org YouTube - http://bit.ly/fumclivestreamFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/fumcsw Twitter - https://twitter.com/fumcsweetwater( Music provided by spinningmerkaba, Sun Says Yes, under Creative Commons license - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode )

 This episode of City Limits features audio from the Accessible Transport for ALL Rally that took place in Brunswick on 17th July 2023. We listen to speeches from Bram Heinrich-McPartlan (Chair of the Merri-bek Disability Reference Group), Councillor Monica Harte (Merri-bek, North-West Ward), and Elyse Cunningham (Sustainable Cities Campaigner at FOE Melbourne), music from the Riff Raff Radical Marching Band, and some words from Councillor Sue Bolton (Merri-bek, North-East Ward). Approximately 300 people attended the rally, stopping traffic and trams at the corner of Brunswick Town Hall. Later, we speak with regular transport commentator John McPherson, about public transport accessibility, Transurban, Labor's developments in the western suburbs of Melbourne, rail-freight, and more.  You can follow the the Sydney Road Accessible Transport Campaign on Facebook, join your organisation by emailing SATSnow0@gmail.com, and sign the Legislative E-petition until 10th November 2023. To access all previous podcasts and any extra links in our podcast descriptions, visit 3cr.org.au/citylimits

 Stay Tuned & Stay Radical this year for Kevin's favourite program of the year, the City Limits Radiothon special!  This Wednesday 14th June, Kevin and Karina share a cuppa and some banter over the latest news items, interspersed with a special message from co-host Zeb Peake, and later, interviews with John McPherson about the North East Rail Link and Helen van den Berg about the newly formed Maribyrnong River and Waterways Association and the fight against ever more environmental destruction out west.  If you would like to donate or make a pledge, head to www.3cr.org.au, or give the station a call during office hours on (03) 9419 8377 - every penny counts! A big Thank-You to all the ongoing supporters and special guests who contribute to our unique community media space! 

Featuring a focus on the impacts of the State Government's project to remove level crossings in Brunswick on the Upfield Line and the impacts on accessibility.  Christian Astourian from the Disability Access Resource Unit speaks about the campaign to make all tram stops on Sydney Road accessible before the works commence.  There will be an Accessible Stops rally on Saturday 17th June at 11am at the Brunswick Town Hall.  To connect with the campaign email: satsnow0@gmail.com.Kevin also speaks with regular guest John McPherson about some of the public transport related issues currently facing Melbourne.

On top of our regular transport week with John McPherson, we get Greens MP for Richmond Gabrielle de Vietri to talk about renting and the housing crisis.News Items:In Western Australia, mining/aluminium producer Alcoa failed to rehabilitate any forest during its 60 years time of mining in the state, clearing 68 000 hA and falsely claiming it rehabilitated more than 75% of the area. Find out more here.Ex head of Tesla Australia found guilty of insider trading, making a profit of over $28 000. He was sentence to 2 years 6 months good behaviour, a contrast to the fate of others in the legal system. State of incarceration report:https://www.justicereforminitiative.org.au/resourcesHistory of French nuclear testing in the pacific: https://www.greenpeace.org/aotearoa/about/our-history/bombing-of-the-rainbow-warrior/

 First Transport Week of autumn, where Kevin and Zeb are joined by regular commentator John McPherson about all things transport: Continued penny-pinching for PT as our city continues to expand, So-called modern planning examples of public transport scarcity and unusable roads in Melbourne's outer suburbs Updates on tracking on the Hurstbridge train line and lack of priority for buses,  Politically motivated decisions around level crossings,Accessibility, and Transparency with air quality info for the public since the finding that road-based pollution is more lethal than accidents

Adam Friedlander is a Policy Analyst in FDA's Coordinated Outbreak Response and Evaluation (CORE) Network, where he helps lead the agency's efforts to advance strategic, tech-enabled traceability initiatives under the New Era of Smarter Food Safety. Through collaboration and by leveraging the power of data, he hopes to help transform the food system to become more digital, transparent, and safe for consumers around the world. Adam graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. degree in Food Science and Operations Management and a minor in Music. He received his M.S. degree in Regulatory Affairs of Food and Food Industries from Northeastern University. Joseph (Joe) Lasprogata is a longtime seafood veteran with over 30 years in the industry. His love and passion started with his degree in Marine Biology, which took him to several corners of the world to source the best and most unique seafood available, assisting top chefs with menu development, and helping introduce, develop, and distribute over 30 million pounds of seafood annually. As Vice President of New Product Development at Samuels Seafood, he works directly with producers, aquaculture, and multiple non-governmental organizations to introduce new products and develop successful brands. Joe has a true appreciation and unique insight to the seafood industry and its potential upcoming challenges. Most recently, he developed a digital traceability system to comply with both FDA shellfish regulations and the newly instituted Food Traceability Final Rule, FSMA Section 204. In this episode of Food Safety Matters, we speak with Adam and Joe [17:49] about: How the Food Traceability Final Rule will work, and why FDA estimates that it will speed up foodborne illness outbreak investigations by 80 percent Certain questions and concerns that industry may have for FDA regarding the execution of the Food Traceability Final Rule The digital traceability system that Samuels Seafood developed to comply with both the FDA National Shellfish Sanitation Program and the Food Traceability Final Rule FDA's emphasis that the Traceability Rule defines for industry what records to keep, rather than how industry should keep those records FDA's plan to create a product tracing system to allow information to be provided to FDA in a secure way Perceived gaps in awareness about the Food Traceability Final Rule within the seafood industry Benefits to traceability that could encourage industry to voluntarily adopt the standards set by the Final Food Traceability Rule, even for companies that produce foods not included on the Food Traceability List (FTL) The nuances and possible challenges of the Food Traceability Final Rule that industry may wish to see addressed by FDA, and specific challenges that the rule may present for the seafood industry FDA's vision for traceability efforts to be widely adopted and harmonized The resources offered by FDA's Technical Assistance Network, which exists to provide answers to industry on FSMA inquiries. This episode of Food Safety Matters also features an interview [40:18] with Rob Clark and John McPherson of rfxcel to discuss FSMA 204 and where to get guidance on how it may affect your operations and how to get started. Powered by rfxcel technology, Antares Vision Group provides a unified end-to-end supply chain platform, facilitating digitalization of supply chains. Resources FDA Issues FSMA Food Traceability Final Rule, Holds Briefing FDA's FSMA Technical Assistance Network Presenting Sponsor: Antares Vision Group, powered by rfxcel technology We Want to Hear from You! Please send us your questions and suggestions to podcast@food-safety.com

Residency is over! On this episode of the podcast, I sit with my Internal Medicine Program Director, Dr. John McPherson to discuss my progress over the past 3 years.  In all honesty, with fellowship starting in a few days, it might take a while to release new podcast episodes. But, as soon as I am well adjusted and able to, episodes will be released! 

It's transport week on City Limits!Zeb interviews Anja Homburg from the Disability Resources Centre [8:10-32:23] on the Transport for All campaign and their recent series of actions across Victoria. Their media release states:"The deadline for accessible public transport in Victoria under the current Standards for Accessible Transport is just 282 days away, but given the glacial rate of progress by the state government this cannot be achieved. The new State Disability Plan 2022-2026 has just been released and there is still no new commitment to expediting the work needed. Current projections anticipate that everyone in the State will finally be able to use public transport in 2066." The interview also covers the need for staff training on disability and access, and systemic problems with the complaints procedure.Listeners can get involved by visiting the DRC website and emailing their MP to show our politicians that access is not a niche issue! Follow the Disability Resources Centre on Facebook and talk with your friends about this campaign.John McPherson joins Zeb and Kevin after the interview to comment further on disability and Public Transport access. 

It's another transport week on City Limits!This week, Zeb, Kevin and Karina kick off the show by listening back to an interview from Solidarity Breakfast, where Annie McLoughlin gets a run-down on the #FakeStrike of NSW rail workers from Stewart Prins, Executive Director of the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU). Karina reads RTBU National Secretary Mark Diamond's open letter to Scott Morrison (issued 23 Feb 2022) seeking a retraction and apology for his false statements about workers at Sydney Trains, after a week of backlash and abuse from disinformed members of the public. Later, we talk to regular transport commentator John McPherson, hearing his perspective on the influence of the right-wing media on public perceptions, the Port of Melbourne failing to meet efficiency standards only five years into their 50-year private lease, regional and freight trains having to squeeze onto the same tracks as suburban Melbourne trains, the Victorian Government's level crossing elimination projects being geared specifically toward improving conditions for motorcar drivers, and more.

It's our first show back for the year, and today Zeb and Kevin have a chat with our regular transport commentator John McPherson about topics including:Melbourne's traffic dipping to less than 66% of the pre-COVID baseline,How Melbourne's motorists are paying more on average on cars than those from any other city in Australia,Questions about the proposed $18 surcharge to catch the Melbourne Airport Rail Link,Melbourne Airport's expansion project and increases in air-based tourism to the detriment of many,The ins-and-outs of Victoria's freight hubs, both proposed and currently in development. The free online public forum Housing Justice After Lockdown will be hosted by RAHU and 3CR, in conjunction with the Support Network for International Students (SNIS) and Homes Not Prisons,It will be an open discussion on organising beyond the pandemic for community solidarity and housing justice, discussing the failures that COVID-19 exposed in Victoria's renting laws and policy, how organisations like RAHU created both structural and individual pressure on policy to get better outcomes, and where to go from here, followed by a Q&A by RAHU's Renters Rights support team. To join this forum, hosted from 5:30-7:00pm on Wednesday February 9, 2022, register here. 

John McPherson - Getting Started - Join Hands

John McPherson - Getting Started - Pick An Attitude

John McPherson - Getting Started - Plant Your Heart

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This week, Kevin and Zeb get an update from regular transport commentator John McPherson, but first we take a quick detour to celebrate a good news story!  Debbie Carruthers from Mine-Free Glenaladale comes on the program to discuss the third rejected environmental effects statement in the past 20 years, but the second of 2022.  Kalbar Operations' proposed mineral sands mine at Glenaladale has been knocked back! Had the project gone ahead, it would have significantly affected wildlife, vegetation, air quality, agriculture, horticulture and downstream water systems. With community opposition to the project being cited as “Unusual and a testament to the depth of feelings in the community against the project” in the report on its rejection, we thank and congratulate Debbie and everyone else in involved in this campaign and EES process for this great success.  

John McPherson - Forward

In this weeks installment of the chat, John McPherson sits down with the Emmy-award winning WXII-12 news anchor and author: Cameron Kent! Please watch and enjoy! Special thanks to our sponsor of this week's episode of the chat: Smitty's Notes! Stay in the loop with everything Winston-Salem by subscribing to Jeff's monthly newsletter at www.smittysnotes.com​ This episode of Camel City Chat was fully produced and edited by ZZO Films. E-mail stabler@mktreg.com or DM @zzofilms on Instagram with any questions, comments, or concerns.

John McPherson - The Cross - The Other Two

John McPherson - The Cross - Our World With Out It

John McPherson - The Cross - The Cure's Cure

This week on City Limits, Kevin and Zeb catch up with our transport regular John McPherson to discuss a range of issues, including more on government secrecy and FOI loopholes, industrial disputes going on in the trucking industry, and short-sightedness with respect to transport planning and future climate impacts.

John McPherson - The Cross - You Too

John McPherson - Making A Life - The Praise of Men

This week, Kevin and Zeb speak with regular transport commentator John McPherson about Victoria's proposed orbital rail line's criticism in the papers, how to encourage motorists on to trains without speedy services, the importance of fixing and updating the state's existing public transport services and more.

John McPherson - Making A Life - Accept His Discipline

John McPherson - Make A Life - Rely On His Blessing

This Transport Week, Zeb and Kevin chat with regular John McPherson about Victorian Public Transport, including accessibility, technical faults, the effects of short-term contracts on the basic functioning on a privatised PT system, questions about the proposed rail-link to the airport, the importance of getting our existing metro train lines up to scratch (with double-lines and reliable signalling) before planning an new orbital system.

John McPherson - Making A Life - Focus on Today

Two movies this week, both objectively two of the worst films released in 1987. We're talking about Superman IV: The Quest for Peace, released July 24th back in '87, and because we're gluttons for punishment, we're also reviewing Jaws: The Revenge, which was an alternate option on last week's episode. Joining us is horror streamer Skorn! 0:05:32 - Superman IV review 0:30:42 - Jaws: The Revenge review 0:46:46 - Bonus Battle segment 1:02:31 - Raving Reviews segment Join the Bad Porridge Club on Patreon for TWO bonus episodes each month! https://www.patreon.com/oldiebutagoodiepod Follow Skorn! Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/skorngaming/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYfesFDSMmrIy0OWB4_U3MQ/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skorngaming/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/skorngaming/  Follow the show! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldiebutagoodiepod/  Facebook: https://fb.me/oldiebutagoodiepod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfdXHxK_rIUsOEoFSx-hGA  Podcast Platforms: https://linktr.ee/oldiebutagoodiepod  Got feedback? Send us an email at oldiebutagoodiepod@gmail.com Follow the hosts! Sandro Falce - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandrofalce/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/sandrofalce - Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/SandroFalce/ - Nerd-Out Podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerd-out-podcast  Zach Adams - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zach4dams/ Donations: https://paypal.me/oldiebutagoodiepod Please do not feel like you have to contribute anything but any donations are greatly appreciated! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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John McPherson - Making A Life - Making a Nation

This week on City Limits, Zeb and Kevin invite regular commentator John McPherson on the show to talk all things transport!

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John McPherson, MD is a Professor of Medicine and the Vice-Chair for Education at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. A California native, Dr. McPherson received his medical degree from UCLA following undergraduate studies at Princeton. He then completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Johns Hopkins and fellowships in cardiovascular medicine and interventional cardiology at the University of Virginia. As a clinical cardiologist, Dr. McPherson's academic interests have focused on critical care cardiology and emerging interventional therapies. He is an author on more than 60 peer-reviewed publications. He also has a strong interest in medical education and is the Director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Vanderbilt. At a national level, he is a former member of the Educational Oversight Committee for the American College of Cardiology and the Education Committee of the Alliance for Academic Internal Medicine.  Throughout our journey, we are bound to find ourselves in many uncomfortable situations. The key here, is to face it head on. Lean into the discomfort. Today, Dr. John McPherson explains why leaning into discomfort is the one sure way to help us grow. He encourages us to remain true and honest with ourselves—especially around others—but to also be flexible and open to new perspectives. He urges us to seek out diverse mentors, and to welcome different perspectives in our lives. When we remain open-minded, when we lean into discomfort—we will be amazed at what we're capable of. Pearls of Wisdom: 1. When faced with life-decisions, we should ask ourselves some central questions: Is this in line with my passion? What do I really want to achieve? 2. Lean in to the discomfort and we will be amazed at what we are capable of. 3. The advice that your mentor gave you - "Don't worry alone" - simple but practical way to get rid of the worry altogether.

Join cardiology fellow Dr. Katye Gayle and faculty discussant Dr. John McPherson as they review the approach to acute coronary syndrome! 

Author and birdlover Michael Morpurgo introduces more stories of birds and birdwatching. John McPherson talks about the hooded crows and herring gulls, Joe Harkness discusses the nightingale, teenager Mya Rose Craig's bird is the sea eagle and schoolboy Josh Myers talks about the short-eared owl.

Wildlife photographer John McPherson recalls, for Tweet of the Day, watching hooded crows working intelligently to obtain food caught by an otter on the Isle of Mull. Producer Maggie Ayre.

Ideally suited to its mountain habitat the ptarmigan enthralled photographer John McPherson as he climbed in the Cairngorms one winter's day. At one point a wheeling lone bird crash landed beside him, looking almost embarrassed to take a tumble. Tweet of the Day has captivated the Radio 4 audience with its daily 90 seconds of birdsong. But what of the listener to this avian chorus? In this new series of Tweet of the Day, we bring to the airwaves the conversational voices of those who listen to and are inspired by birds. Building on the previous series, a more informal approach to learning alongside a renewed emphasis on encounter with nature and reflection in our relationship with the natural world. Producer Maggie Ayre.